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Boggie Dog Dec 18, 2010 8:53 pm


Originally Posted by WhyNotKnow (Post 15478651)
You are taking what a reporter wrote as gospel (haven't you learned already?). They don't explain what they meant either. As I stated it is possible another machine was deployed which the reporter interpreted as a reintroduction.

Maybe you should take your own advice and email the reporter and ask them to explain what they meant.

I went through the C30 checkpoint at DFW recently, the Strip Search Machine was roped off.

I went through the D gates checkpoint at LAS recently, the Strip Search Machines were turned off.

Are you suggesting that the reporter filed a false story?

Loren Pechtel Dec 18, 2010 10:48 pm


Originally Posted by StanSimmons (Post 15477844)
The Dallas/Ft Worth metromess is routinely shortened to D/FW by the local newspapers. The guy writing the article apparently doesn't fly... and doesn't know the airport code is DFW instead of D/FW.

Or he uses the form the average reader will understand even if he knows the correct code.

gsoltso Dec 19, 2010 2:54 am


Originally Posted by WChou (Post 15477505)
Since NOOD, I haven't had the chance to opt out. In a half dozen trips through security, the WBIs have always been off. Otherwise business as usual including a new made up rule. Laptops must be in their own bin with no other items. No clothing on top nor can kippie bags share the same bin. Got the standard, "It's always been the rule." :rolleyes:

To be truthful, that has been the rule since I have been with TSA... I know it is not equally followed around the country, but since Feb of 2005, it has been the rule here at GSO.

erictank Dec 19, 2010 10:08 am


Originally Posted by Munch (Post 15474623)
TSA has always groped Eastasia's junk.

Pure. Freaking. WIN!

Wish I could legitimately put a smiley-face at the end there - but it's really not funny, is it? :mad:

WhyNotKnow Dec 19, 2010 10:49 am


Originally Posted by Boggie Dog (Post 15478702)
I went through the C30 checkpoint at DFW recently, the Strip Search Machine was roped off.

I went through the D gates checkpoint at LAS recently, the Strip Search Machines were turned off.

Are you suggesting that the reporter filed a false story?

No, I'm suggesting you read what I posted. I know that won't happen bacause you are only looking at what you want to see.

exbayern Dec 19, 2010 11:20 am


Originally Posted by gsoltso (Post 15479802)
To be truthful, that has been the rule since I have been with TSA... I know it is not equally followed around the country, but since Feb of 2005, it has been the rule here at GSO.

If the rule is 'laptops alone in bins' I have travelled through almost every state in the US since TSA's inception, and haven't followed that rule. It hasn't been an issue anywhere. And yes, I did actually fly out of GSO at least twice during that time, and in fact after February 2005.

gsoltso Dec 19, 2010 11:38 am


Originally Posted by exbayern (Post 15481797)
If the rule is 'laptops alone in bins' I have travelled through almost every state in the US since TSA's inception, and haven't followed that rule. It hasn't been an issue anywhere. And yes, I did actually fly out of GSO at least twice during that time, and in fact after February 2005.

I have always been instructed since almost the beginning (I think that changed around April of 2005) to have nothing under or on top of the laptops. Some of the smaller laptops will be able to fit small items in beside it, but nothing on top or under the laptops.

Side note - When you coming back to see us? If you do, send me a PM and let me know, we will talk over a cup of coffee!

exbayern Dec 19, 2010 11:50 am


Originally Posted by gsoltso (Post 15481902)
Side note - When you coming back to see us? If you do, send me a PM and let me know, we will talk over a cup of coffee!

Thanks for the invite - I always enjoy reasoned discussion. I won't say 'never' but if I do find myself with my (non-bulky) skirts and my multiple laptops near GSO I will let you know! :)

Boggie Dog Dec 19, 2010 11:56 am


Originally Posted by WhyNotKnow (Post 15481663)
No, I'm suggesting you read what I posted. I know that won't happen bacause you are only looking at what you want to see.

I read and understand both what you and the reporter wrote. I added my own observations.

You on the other hand add nothing that refutes the reporters story.

N830MH Dec 19, 2010 6:04 pm


Originally Posted by erictank (Post 15481442)
Pure. Freaking. WIN!

Wish I could legitimately put a smiley-face at the end there - but it's really not funny, is it? :mad:

No, its not funny for you. You can't be complaints about TSA. You won't necessary to go through backscatter machines anymore. Its time to TSA will eliminated all MMW/Backscatters out of checkpoint immediately. There will be no more installed backscatter machines at airports anymore.

gobluetwo Dec 19, 2010 9:49 pm

My recent experience:

12/2, 12/10, and 12/15 @ ORD T1: BSX cordoned off, everyone through WTMD
12/3, 12/10 @ BDL: BSX cordoned off, everyone through WTMD
12/17 @ CMH: BSX cordoned off, everyone through WTMD

Don't know if they've backed off, but my recent experience has been NOS-free. I have upcoming flights on 12/21, 12/22, 12/31, and 1/3, so we'll see what's up then.


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