Originally Posted by
Curious Pax
Perhaps someone could be a bit more specific about these Manchester only security rules? I’m intrigued as to what causes the issues.
During 'the winter months' shoes are to be removed if the walk through device goes off with a random alert. The reason? Because the de-icing grit that is spread outside the door will set off the 'sniffer' explosive detector that is used to swab your hands and shoes normally.
When a bus full of air crew is being 'processed' through security, woe betide anyone who isn't air crew if they try and mingle amongst them and slip through while they check their hold bags through the x-ray machine. An A380 has a large compliment of crew, waiting 20 minutes or more while they clear security is not unheard of.
An allen (hex) key is considered an offensive weapon and may not be taken airside unless you possess the necessary ToT pass.
i could go on...