Is it so new to the travelling and aviation community that certain states impose security measures, which are nearly totally useless?
How many people where interviewed over the years (BEFORE 9/11!) prior to check-in? Has this measure ever turned out something useful? How many people admitted that they were terrorists and intend to kill someone or hijack the a/c?
I would support any measure which elevates safety and/or security, no question. But right now we see a show which looks pretty good on national TV, but will not increase anything beside costs and fuel consumption.
The intention is to calm the people and not to heighten the security level.
Sad, but true...
Regards, Bernhard