I've recently found out that as of now, OAK has 4 scanners in operation at Terminal 2 (where we would be leaving from), there is also a metal detector in use and you pick the line where you are screened. If true, we may be able to avoid the xray and patdown there. I've also heard that BOI has 2 xrays in use.

I find it interesting that the scanners used at both airports, as well as at SFO, are for Southwest Airlines. Sounds silly but I wonder if the TSA deems the higher risk travelers as discount tix purchasers. I'd be interested in learning about which airlines these scanners are servicing at other airports.