Originally Posted by
Globaliser
Getting back to the particular client concerned, two thirds of its workforce was killed that day. That was a pretty severe blow.
And do you really believe that even 10% of that company's employees who are on the list of the deceased were Concorde regulars?
Even 65 or 66 people, that would be.
Originally Posted by
bealine
For the "Doubting Thomases" among our membership, prior to 09/11, it was said that 80% of our revenue was provided by less than 20% of our customers which is the reason why the loss of so many high-rollers from just one company had a huge impact on us.
... the repeated use of the 80-20 "rule", regardless of the lack of particular examination of the numbers involved.
Originally Posted by
Jimmie76
I think you also have to look at this from the point of view of the security people, who are working in a very stressful environment. If the DFT inspectors do an undercover test and something slips past security then those people (I understand) lose their jobs. Therefore if you make comments about having something dangerous in your luggage, you are probably just adding to the stress levels. If I was security and a passenger who went on to cause harm to or onboard a flight went through my section and I didn't spot the equipment he was taking I don't think I'd be able to live with myself.
If they are that stressed out about non-fighting words, then perhaps shouldn't they surrender their post or get some help with stress management? Instead of worrying about non-fighting words, the airport security staff should stick to focusing on searches for weapons, bombs, incendiaries and components to such.