Originally Posted by LessO2

Once airlines get the avalanche of complaints from customers, their lobbyists and executives will be making phone calls to key people.

My guess is that Canada will be one of the first places where things will be re-examined. Quickly. Air Canada and U.S-flagged carriers will realize their influx of extra checked bags, fewer staff to move those bags, more missed connections and irate employees and passengers.

It WILL impact the bottom line of all airlines. Capitalism always trumps security. We know as well as anyone that UA, and all other carries are looking to cut costs. Adding to costs won't fly with the airlines.

Give it a few days, I'm guessing within five to seven days things will change.