Richard Reid (aka the 'Shoe Bomber') was
also searched/screened prior to boarding
but there was still a big problem. - He had twice the explosives located on his person than were on PA 103. I'd wager the pax on that AA flight were glad the crew stopped him before he detonated his device. I believe he was stopped in his seat. The bad guys know there is increased vigilance so keeping a good eye on what's being brought into the loo is a good thing.
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Divergent Phugoid said
"What on earth does it have to do with the crew on the A/C what clothing passengers take in to the toilet??
I take it the aircraft was in flight,and the pax had been searched prior to boarding, so whats the problem??"