Originally Posted by omascreener
Just a small point. We use non-latex gloves............
Don't take away their ammo!
Originally Posted by Superguy
Screening != searching. (does not equal for you non-computer types).
How about screening the cargo that goes under the planes?
If someone really wanted to blow up a plane, they wouldn't pack it in checked luggage or a carry-on. They'd go to the air cargo division of airlines or thru the US Mail system as they contract with airlines for space.
Sad thing is that they'd probably succeed too because there's virtually no screeing of those items.
But all the shoes will be safe.
Better talk to Richard Reid as I think he
really did want to blow up that plane... and he went the shoe (read: non-cargo) route.
And for easy reference...
Originally Posted by tismfu
I'll be the first to admit that we have a lot to do to further our national security. But simply because we don't have it done perfectly doesn't mean we should stop it all. If we followed that policy for all things imagine what would get accomplished. I'd guess nothing.
Originally Posted by Superguy
I had to go thru Zurich on my last trip. Had a connection and had to go thru security again.
Didn't have to take off my shoes.
Didn't have to remove my laptop.
Removed my jacket.
Asked me for my passport.
Asked me to remove my ball cap. Removed it to show him there was nothing in it.
On my way in 15 seconds.
Thanks for proving my point! Different people have
different experiences. Just because I had to take off my shoes at ZRH and found it just as intrusive as U.S. security does not mean that everyone does. Therefore, of course, you have your impression of ZRH security and I have mine. And they're
different! Just like how my impression of U.S. security is different from yours. And you know what? That's okay. No amount of whining and complaining on FT is going to change my opinion of TSA front-line employees. Until I experience something which I find objectionable, the employees of the TSA will receive the same respect which they have given to me.
And so it doesn't get lost in all the complaints on this thread:
Thanks again to all the employees of the TSA with whom I have had contact, as you have all been professional, courteous and friendly!