Originally Posted by
Often1
1. Air traffic in and from the US is way up and it looks as though this will be a banner summer season. So, the answer is a resounding no.
2. With pre-check being deployed more and more, even those who may have found the checkpoint a hassle have little about which to complain.
Bottom line is that you should enjoy your vacation. So, if there's some vague issue, you should stay home. But, it's clearly not a trend or mainstream view.
As soon as they get rid of the Peek-a-Boo booths (body-scanners), pat-downs for those who opt out of them, shoe removal requirements, ban on liquids (over 100ml outside of a 1 qt baggie), and "sharp" objects like fingernail clippers, I will start flying again. Until then -- no dice, as I am old enough to remember the saner days of security before 9/11, Mr. Shoe Bomber, and Mr. Underoos Bomber.
