Anybody think that airport security is a sham?

Question

I recently flew from London Gatwick to spain and on leavin I was told that the Parker Pen I was carrying was not permitted as hand luggage Odd because it has been with me loads of times. I was also forced to take off my shoes and the soles of my feet inspected???? did they think i was going to gas the pilot with my socks? We were asked loads of times if we had any sharp objects and when they eventually let us thru (Minus my pen) We went to Garfunkles restaurant where we were given STEAK KNIVES!!!!! .........the airport security in the UK is a joke.

Answer 1

Yes it's all contrived to instill a sense of fear, so you will obay orders like sheep, I'm glad to see people are starting at last to see through this fabric of lies and deceit of our so called government.  Suspect everything they do, as they are working against the people of this country.

Answer 2

It's a knee jerk reaction from politicians who haven't got a clue.

Answer 3

Airport security every where is a joke.  No wonder the terrorists haven't been active lately; they're all too busy laughing

Answer 4

"Security" everywhere is a joke, not just the UK. I've taken banned items onboard (accidentally) and, during the height of the security tightenings, had tiny nail clippers removed which barely cut the baby's toenails, let alone do any damage.

Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, the US - all have laughable security that I've experienced recently.

Answer 5

Your 1st question is missing the letter "e"...

...airport security is a shame?

One time I was at the airport in Philadelphia, Pa (U.S.A.), I wanted to pass some time, so I just started walking around here and there.  Found some steps, so I went down just to see what-ever.  Next thing I know, I'm out on the flight deck about 40 feet from this aircraft.  It was all hooked up (lights on but engine off).  The steps were down, so I thought I would go up and just kind of pop my head inside the main cabin for a quick look around.  Well , I ended up sitting in the Captain's chair in the cockpit.  The guard came walking along down below on his rounds and saw me sitting in the cockpit and shined his flashlight on my face.  I waved at him and smiled.  He waved back, smiled and kept on walking his post.  

(You had to be there to appreciate the moment !!!)

Answer 6

I imagine the kitchen at garfunkels has some fairly sharp items too!!