Actually, I can't recall the last time a 40-year-old white woman hijacked an aircraft. Also, at the current time, I don't know of any organizations of 40-year-old white women that have issued threats against the United States or its allies.

Not that I favor anything other than consistent, documented, and fair security procedures for all passengers, regardless of sex or race. I'm just pointing out the facts.

By the way, cthvglm, welcome to FT! You will find quite a few security-related threads (including a lot of rants) in Travelbuzz. I sympathize with your concerns!