Originally Posted by
janey
You're right. That could be the reason, although I had smoked my last cigarette outside two hours earlier and had washed my hands afterwards, but the smell could have lingered on my clothes.
I guess I was just shocked that that was the first question. Evil, dangerous lighter was her first focus.
I have no idea why it was a question at all. Lighters have been allowed for some time. I would guess another example of TSA's highly trained workforce not knowing what they are doing.
I hate to tell you this but cigarette smoke clings to your clothing and person. It is a distinctive odor that is hard to mask.