Security Gone Too Far?

**Arlen** · 5th May 08, 03:41 PM

I've never had a problem with my kilt pins in Glasgow airport but I always have to put my belt and sporran through the metal detector regardless.
Considering that I've had nail-clippers confiscated, I've never tried even a Sgian Don't.

**Ryan Ross** · 5th May 08, 04:19 PM

Originally Posted by cessna152towser

I am always required to remove my sporran and belt and put them through the x-ray machine at security but then after I have been through the metal detector and been frisked I always get them returned before flying.

Ditto. The funny part about this happening in the states, is the way the male security person looks at you, before he goes to it with the metal detector wand... I don't think they train the male guards to sweep "unbifurcated" garments, as he went over and had a talk with one of his female coworkers, before proceeding.

...but seriously, it wasn't funny.

**Kiltman** · 5th May 08, 05:35 PM

Originally Posted by Ryan Ross

Ditto. The funny part about this happening in the states, is the way the male security person looks at you, before he goes to it with the metal detector wand... I don't think they train the male guards to sweep "unbifurcated" garments, as he went over and had a talk with one of his female coworkers, before proceeding.

...but seriously, it wasn't funny.

Love it! TSA just isn't ready for us.

**McClef** · 6th May 08, 02:27 AM

Consistency in security does not exist and Glasgow might be more sensitive than it was 12 months ago because of the failed attack.

I always err on the side of caution and do not wear kilt pin or sgian when flying - they can't confiscate what you are not wearing in the first place.

My next flight is booked - Barcelona from Cardiff at the beginning of June.