Indeed.
I think "we" collectively get the security we create. If we are all pleasant and calm and compliant, then the security people will generally be also - certainly in my experience. I think if they have a stream of people who are difficult, awkward and a bit mouthy; then security will get frustrated and uptight.
Anything security ask me; my reply is , "yep, whatever you need me to do", or " ..do you want me to open that....?". I also smile and say hello as I arrive - especially when in uniform - and crucially; I thank them at each stage as I am allowed through.
I've only ever had two minor problems - both travelling as a pax: One was forgetting that my liquids were still in my carry on bag instead of my hold bag- completely my fault.
The second was not removing a handkerchief from my pocket, (but I had removed everything else). The pat-down guy gave me a bollocking but I apologised and said truthfully that I had not understood what he had said prior to the pat-down, (he had a very strong accent). He must have had problems with his accent before because he just let me go.
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Last edited by Uplinker; 11th December 2025 at 10:36.