It looks like you're using an Ad Blocker.
Please white-list or disable AboveTopSecret.com in your ad-blocking tool.
Thank you.
Some features of ATS will be disabled while you continue to use an ad-blocker.
US To Review 'Sharp Object Ban' Aboard Planes (moved from ATSNN)
page: 10
share:
Following the 9/11 attacks, passengers aboard US flights were banned from carrying sharp objects including scissors, nail files etc... But the ban is
to be reviewed and the changes will be announced publicly on Friday. "We'll be announcing a number of new initiatives that will have both a positive
security and customer service impact," said TSA spokeswoman Yolanda Clark.
news.bbc.co.uk
Objects such as scissors and razors were placed on a list which meant they could not be carried as hand luggage into the cabin of a plane, and had to be stored in luggage in the hold.
Some flight staff say that while these items could not be used in a hijack attempt, they could injure people.
But now the Transportation Security Administration, or TSA, says it is preparing changes, to make the best use of limited resources.
"We'll be announcing a number of new initiatives that will have both a positive security and customer service impact," said TSA spokeswoman Yolanda Clark.
Mr Hawley is understood to have privately briefed aviation leaders about the details of the plans, ahead of the public announcement on Friday.
But many flight attendants believe that while such objects could not be used to carry out a 9/11 style hijacking, the items could still be used as weapons to injure other passengers or crew members.
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
I was for the banning of sharp objects being carried in a passengers hand luggage whilst aboard an aircraft.
Imagine if a potential hi-jacker could not get access to the cockpit so decided to make a bloodbath of the cabin.
I do not believe the laws should be relaxed in the slightest!!!
news.bbc.co.uk
Objects such as scissors and razors were placed on a list which meant they could not be carried as hand luggage into the cabin of a plane, and had to be stored in luggage in the hold.
Some flight staff say that while these items could not be used in a hijack attempt, they could injure people.
But now the Transportation Security Administration, or TSA, says it is preparing changes, to make the best use of limited resources.
"We'll be announcing a number of new initiatives that will have both a positive security and customer service impact," said TSA spokeswoman Yolanda Clark.
Mr Hawley is understood to have privately briefed aviation leaders about the details of the plans, ahead of the public announcement on Friday.
But many flight attendants believe that while such objects could not be used to carry out a 9/11 style hijacking, the items could still be used as weapons to injure other passengers or crew members.
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
I was for the banning of sharp objects being carried in a passengers hand luggage whilst aboard an aircraft.
Imagine if a potential hi-jacker could not get access to the cockpit so decided to make a bloodbath of the cabin.
I do not believe the laws should be relaxed in the slightest!!!
To be honest, nobody would be able to make a bloodbath with a 'sharp object' on a plane. It is far too cramped a space, at best they'd be able to
harm one or two people.
Although I'd agree that there needs to be a ban of such things.
Although I'd agree that there needs to be a ban of such things.
A contributor voting NO on your submission: (submission) (news) US To Review 'Sharp Object Ban' Aboard Planes has indicated they did so because they feel your topic really isn't appropriate for ATSNN. Keep in mind that ATSNN is the news portal service of a conspiracy and alternative topic community.
ROFLMFAO.....
Mic
yeah mickey, alot of that going around.....anyway.....
i dont really think the ban against sharp objects is realistic. if a terrorist really wants to get contraband material on an aircraft, i'm sure he'll find a way. all the ban does is inconvenience normal passengers. for crying out loud, you can have matches but not a zippo lighter. makes alot of sense, huh?
incidentally, a little education in defensive measures would be in order as well. for instance:
small personal flashlights are allowed on aircraft (ie small maglights or the newer LEDs), and used properly make an excellent defensive weapon. use the blount end to jab at the throat. additionally, you can use those seats you sit on for either flotation devices or a battle shield. they have two hoops in the bottom that you can use to hold the cusion just like a medieval shield, which will effectively block a swipe from sharp objects.
just my two cents worth :-)
i dont really think the ban against sharp objects is realistic. if a terrorist really wants to get contraband material on an aircraft, i'm sure he'll find a way. all the ban does is inconvenience normal passengers. for crying out loud, you can have matches but not a zippo lighter. makes alot of sense, huh?
incidentally, a little education in defensive measures would be in order as well. for instance:
small personal flashlights are allowed on aircraft (ie small maglights or the newer LEDs), and used properly make an excellent defensive weapon. use the blount end to jab at the throat. additionally, you can use those seats you sit on for either flotation devices or a battle shield. they have two hoops in the bottom that you can use to hold the cusion just like a medieval shield, which will effectively block a swipe from sharp objects.
just my two cents worth :-)
Here's an interesting quote:
Charles Slepian, an aviation security consultant based in New York, said the TSA's proposed changes fail to take into account the safety of passengers and cabin crew. "Whenever you are serving alcohol, you have a double duty to those who are present to protect them from someone who goes off the deep end," Slepian said. "If we allow people to carry things that are really deadly weapons on board airplanes, we're inviting trouble."
www.washingtonpost.com...
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
Maybe it would be better to stop serving alcohol on flights.
By the way, Mickey, the last line of your introduction is a direct quote from this Washington Post article. That's plagerism, something you seem to do quite a lot.
"We'll be announcing a number of new initiatives that will have both a positive security and customer service impact," said TSA spokeswoman Yolanda Clark....
www.washingtonpost.com...
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
Charles Slepian, an aviation security consultant based in New York, said the TSA's proposed changes fail to take into account the safety of passengers and cabin crew. "Whenever you are serving alcohol, you have a double duty to those who are present to protect them from someone who goes off the deep end," Slepian said. "If we allow people to carry things that are really deadly weapons on board airplanes, we're inviting trouble."
www.washingtonpost.com...
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
Maybe it would be better to stop serving alcohol on flights.
By the way, Mickey, the last line of your introduction is a direct quote from this Washington Post article. That's plagerism, something you seem to do quite a lot.
"We'll be announcing a number of new initiatives that will have both a positive security and customer service impact," said TSA spokeswoman Yolanda Clark....
www.washingtonpost.com...
Please visit the link provided for the complete story.
new topics
-
12 jurors selected in Trump criminal trial
US Political Madness: 33 minutes ago -
Iran launches Retalliation Strike 4.18.24
World War Three: 47 minutes ago -
Israeli Missile Strikes in Iran, Explosions in Syria + Iraq
World War Three: 1 hours ago -
George Knapp AMA on DI
Area 51 and other Facilities: 6 hours ago -
Not Aliens but a Nazi Occult Inspired and then Science Rendered Design.
Aliens and UFOs: 7 hours ago -
Louisiana Lawmakers Seek to Limit Public Access to Government Records
Political Issues: 9 hours ago -
The Tories may be wiped out after the Election - Serves them Right
Regional Politics: 10 hours ago
top topics
-
BREAKING: O’Keefe Media Uncovers who is really running the White House
US Political Madness: 13 hours ago, 25 flags -
George Knapp AMA on DI
Area 51 and other Facilities: 6 hours ago, 20 flags -
Biden--My Uncle Was Eaten By Cannibals
US Political Madness: 14 hours ago, 18 flags -
Israeli Missile Strikes in Iran, Explosions in Syria + Iraq
World War Three: 1 hours ago, 8 flags -
"We're All Hamas" Heard at Columbia University Protests
Social Issues and Civil Unrest: 14 hours ago, 7 flags -
Louisiana Lawmakers Seek to Limit Public Access to Government Records
Political Issues: 9 hours ago, 7 flags -
So I saw about 30 UFOs in formation last night.
Aliens and UFOs: 12 hours ago, 5 flags -
Not Aliens but a Nazi Occult Inspired and then Science Rendered Design.
Aliens and UFOs: 7 hours ago, 3 flags -
Do we live in a simulation similar to The Matrix 1999?
ATS Skunk Works: 13 hours ago, 3 flags -
The Tories may be wiped out after the Election - Serves them Right
Regional Politics: 10 hours ago, 3 flags
0