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Kahn · 03-28-2008, 01:49 PM

There is more to this story than we know as of yet.

First, it should be noted that according to TSA regulations, body jewelry is indeed acceptable and does not have to be removed, as long as it is physically (pat down) and or visibly determined to be as such. To my knowledge, there is no documentation stating that body jewelry, of any form, is actually considered a threat to the safety of the flight.

Most likely, this is a situation of the TSA agents overstepping their authority in this situation. Further, I believe it may be possible that emotions on both sides of this situation got out of hand and escalated the situation to its dismal end. Whether the woman brought this on herself with her attitude or actions is irrelevant at best. The TSA agents are supposed to conduct safety checks in a professional manner for the sake of the safety of the general public and this situation does not demonstrate a professional atmosphere in a public environment.

03-28-2008, 01:49 PM	#25 (permalink)
Kahn Psycho Location: Physically in Houston, TX - Mentally Lost in Time	There is more to this story than we know as of yet. First, it should be noted that according to TSA regulations, body jewelry is indeed acceptable and does not have to be removed, as long as it is physically (pat down) and or visibly determined to be as such. To my knowledge, there is no documentation stating that body jewelry, of any form, is actually considered a threat to the safety of the flight. Most likely, this is a situation of the TSA agents overstepping their authority in this situation. Further, I believe it may be possible that emotions on both sides of this situation got out of hand and escalated the situation to its dismal end. Whether the woman brought this on herself with her attitude or actions is irrelevant at best. The TSA agents are supposed to conduct safety checks in a professional manner for the sake of the safety of the general public and this situation does not demonstrate a professional atmosphere in a public environment. __________________ Attention everyone: We have another potential asshole in the area ! You don't have bad luck, the reason bad things happen to you is because you're a dumbass !! Dinner $50 Drinks $30 Motel $40 Finding out she swallows - PRICELESS!!!