Originally Posted by
VladQ
I think allowing parents with infants to pre-board is the right thing to do. Instead of eliminating this step, they should enforce the age restriction. As far as I know parents have to carry a birth certificate for their children anyway while traveling so checking the date should not be too difficult in cases of suspected abuse.
I've never been asked for a birth certificate.
I do agree that the problem (like many) would be solved by stricter enforcement.