I would love to see one of the majors run a story on this... unfortunately I'm sure they will be overrun with Letters to the Editor from Mr. Middle American Infrequent Flyer and Ms. Doesn't Ever Fly But Has An Opinion About It Anyhow who disagree with our dilemna.

I agree that flying has become an occassionally humiliating experience and that the new measures do little or nothing.

I am one of those who had the bad experience of having my dirty lingerie pulled out and fondled in the middle of a small town airport. I have also had a security screener pull condoms out of my toiletry case and feel them. I've had one pull out my personal art journal and flip through the pages of it.

Does this make me feel safe? Not particularly. Have I seen inconsistency in the airports during the 60+ flights I've taken since 9/11? You betcha.

The only thing we can count on with security since 9/11 is that it will be frustrating and completely inconsistent.