Thanks, but remember most of us hate TSA more than the passengers do. We have different reasons, working there is no picnic. Sequester is taking a major toll, so get there early. TSA is on a mission to fire anyone with a disability. We've lost 2 people with MS, one they hired knowing he had MS. They fired a girl who couldn't lift 70 lbs by herself, even though we aren't allowed to lift more than 40 by ourselves. I know of 8 in our airport, 9 soon.

If that isn't bad enough, they're also firing a bunch of part-timers that are coming close to the end of their 2 year probation period. They're averaging 7 a week. Two girls were fired 2 days before their 2 year anniversary. Before 2 yrs, they can be fired for any reason. After, it gets really hard. They also get a raise after 2 years. So the lines are longer now. I heard on the news a few nights ago over 100 people missed their flights waiting in line. 2 hours early for a domestic flight is safe. 3 hours for international.

I don't even remember what the bomb guys are called now. The last one I remember is BAO, Bomb Appraisal Officer. They get paid.

Drathaar wrote:

I thought we had it bad here in BOS; where are you? Our FSD staff seems to be on the hunt for anything and everything. Wrong color undershirt, LOR. Punch out 30 seconds early, 1 day suspension. I've personally been AWOL'd for jury duty, military leave and workers comp related doctors appointments that were pre-approved.....

The BAO's are now TSS-E's.

JB113 wrote:

I was in GA with a couple sups from SEA.

I don't see how legal can allow them to terminate for medical. Have you talked to you union yet?? Pm me you dhs email, I'll hook you up with our local pres, he may be able to help you.

JB113 wrote:

What da? Firing you cause you're a disabled Vet? Expletive Expletive that is Expletive Bull Chit!

But we can give tuition and health care to 11 million "visitors" or whatever horsechit we're supposed to call illegal alien criminals.

Bur wrote:

Update - Tried new tactic with lighters on four trips last couple weeks; plastic torches. Two thumbs up. One Vertigo Impact and one 'Carbon Fiber' - both from here at $3. One each in different carry on bags - laptop bag and backpack. Sailed right through every time. I suspect the plastic is less defined on the scanner than a Ronson.

dstieger wrote:

I had a 9 hour delay in Orlando earlier this year because of DFW weather.... There and Chicago have to the worst... 😟

DrafterX wrote: