I agree that an express security line would make sense. Elites already have elite check-in lines that have been virtually empty in my seven flights since 9/11. Non-elite and coach passengers, however, get stuck in hour-long check-in lines only to then have to wait in very long security lines. While generally elites may spend more per ticket to fly, the bulk of the passengers on which airlines depend to fill seats are non-elites. Airlines must do something to keep them in the air. Express lines at security could certainly help. They could be limited to folks with just wallets and purses or those without laptops.