Re: do you think people have a right to complain about the new regulations in airports after the recent terrorist attempt?

I think it is getting to the point where the airlines are going to have to finally get the luggage thing right and people are just not going to be able to carry anything on- except ABSOLUTE essentials (medicine, baby food, etc)- other than that- it has to be checked- and that is that- that way- no more risk and no more BS lines.

Re: do you think people have a right to complain about the new regulations in airports after the recent terrorist attempt?

ppl will always complain..its what creates balance in the world. if ppl were always happy Earth would be a bore!

Re: do you think people have a right to complain about the new regulations in airports after the recent terrorist attempt?

They are saying no lap tops now too? I'm glad I flew last week and not this week.

I think it's annoying, and if I had to fly this week I would surely B*tch about it... but in the end I'm glad they're doing things to protect us in the air. Even if it seems like complete overkill, it's better safe than sorry

Re: do you think people have a right to complain about the new regulations in airports after the recent terrorist attempt?

This is from the FAA's website

Press Releases


Fact Sheet: Guidance For Airline Passengers

Raised Threat Levels:


The U.S. threat level is raised to Severe, or Red, for all commercial flights flying from the United Kingdom to the United States.
The U.S. threat level is raised to High, or Orange, for all commercial aviation operating in the United States, including international flights. Flights from the United States to the United Kingdom are also Orange.


Increased Aviation Screening Procedures:

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is implementing a series of security measures, some visible and some not visible, to ensure the security of the traveling public and the nation's transportation system.

TSA is immediately implementing the following changes to airport screening procedures:


No liquids or gels of any kind will be permitted in carry on baggage. such items must be in checked baggage. This includes all beverages, shampoo, sun tan lotion, creams, tooth paste, hair gel, and other items of similar consistency.

Exceptions: Baby formula and medicines, which must be presented for inspection at the checkpoint.



Beverages purchased in the boarding area, beyond the checkpoint, must be consumed before boarding because they will not be permitted onboard the aircraft.



Passengers traveling from the United Kingdom to the United States will be subject to a more extensive screening process.


These measures will be constantly evaluated and updated as circumstances warrant.

How every passenger can assist in security:


Pack lightly, without clutter to facilitate easier screening
Arrive earlier than usual at the airport
Cooperate with TSA personnel at checkpoints and with airline personnel at all gates
Be attentive and vigilant to any suspicious activity and report it to authorities


Increased Border Protection Procedures:


U.S. Customs and Border Protection will increase enforcement efforts in international arrival areas including the use of advanced targeting tools, special response teams including baggage and aircraft search teams, baggage x-ray equipment, specially-trained canine units, and explosive detection technology.



DHS has also mandated that all flights from the United Kingdom transmit passenger manifest information for intensive screening prior to departure from the gate. In addition, passengers on these flights and all other international flights will be subject to heightened inspection upon arrival in the United States