Originally Posted by
daz211
if we don’t stop complaining about delays at security, measures will be taken to speed things up and that’s when mistakes will be made, can we all just realise the world has changed as far as security is concerned and the amount of people flying has never been higher, put the two together
I accept that but I think you’re missing the point. It’s not about how thorough searches are, but the time taken to reach that point. I use STN a lot as I’m local, I’m not some fanboy of a rival airport having a pop. Whatever time of day there are always a number of x-rays out of use. That is what causes frustration. Other airports with the throughout of STN manage a lot better.
For the 6-8am departure peak SEN has two lanes open for around 1100 seats. Using the same measure STN would need 18-19 lanes open. Are there that many ever in operation?