Posts Tagged ‘airport security’
Open Letter to Surly Airline Employees
We have all run into an unpleasant airline employee at some point. I want to let it be known that I have met several pleasant ones as well. I also have a pretty good idea of why these employees are so crabby, this letter is just a fun way to let them know that I’m on their side.
TSA Body Scanners: What’s the Real Deal?
The new TSA body scanners are causing a lot of confusion and discussion. Here’s the low down on this new technology. There are two types of scanners, a millimeter wave unit and a backscatter unit.
Body Scan or Grope Session?
The TSA recently rolled out new full body scanners at airports across the US, and not surprisingly the scanners are causing some controversy. The controversy stems from the graphic detail produced by the scanners, with some claiming that the images produced
Have Rabbit, Will Travel
If the airline loses your suitcase you can always buy some new clothes, but try finding a replacement box so you can saw a lady in half in Missouri at 3 a.m. I’ve given up some of my favorite routines that required me to travel with things that might cause me to spend time in custody.
Streamline your Trip through Airport Security
There is nothing you can do about the lines, but there are things that you can do to streamline your trip through the security screening area. Your reward for being prepared? A few extra minutes browsing the airside shops and eateries or reading the paper at your gate.
The Future of Airport Security
The recent attempted attack on an airplane has once again stirred the pot of airport security, and this time there are some funky ideas floating around. As the discussion of how to best secure our airports heats up, there are plenty of people throwing out ideas for how to keep travelers safe. Some of the [...]
What Happens to Confiscated Items at Airports?
When you are going through the security checkpoint at the airport and they take your favorite pocket knife and your excess shampoo and toothpaste, do you know where your items are going? Well, it depends on the item. As for your shampoo and toothpaste (in quantities greater than 3 ounces), they are immediately disposed of. [...]
