Originally Posted by
essxjay
It isn't. But it is a needless hassle that some here find particularly annoying.
Since ID isn't required to fly, what possible purpose is served by badgering people to present it out of the holder?
You're certainly entitled to your opinion.
Im a bit suspicious of TSA checking ID esp those with US addresses in the same state. For example, Joe flies frequently out of LAX. He lives within driving distance of the airport. every time he goes to the airport, he complies by showing his driving licence and BP. A few times, he shows his passport. The TSA staff do not have change much. The same TSA agent looks very intensely at Joe's driving licence and figures out the address. Joe's house got robbed one time while he was on a plane to ORD.
Who do you think is the culprit?