Kilt wearer in Scotland, and airport security

[WillowEstate]

I am a US Customs and Border Protection Officer, not a TSA Officer, but same training, even more training than TSA. In my 40 plus years in this business I have seen it all, and witness changes and more changes.

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FYI, I am not on the front lines anymore as I am getting ready to retire soon, please be kind. CHEERS.

Collin, well said sir! When I was travelling regularly between the UK and USA (more than a million miles over the years), I always found it interesting that many security people would apologise for the delay their routine questions may cause. Regardless of which branch of security they belonged to, my response was always the same "If your questions make my flight safer, ask as long as you like." I'm happy to say that all my flights were without incident and I thank you and your colleagues for that.

I wish you a long and happy retirement.