This is not a scenario which USAir nor its pilots' union can easily keep low key. In fact this incident will likely trigger a bottoms up training review of the FFDO program, if not its termination altogether. Most pilots and most passengers are not happy with guns in the cockpit; and the media buzz about this incident will drive this message home to congress and more importantly to the mental midgets at the TSA who authorized this program.
You are no doubt correct that the incident will cause a review.
You are more than likely incorrect that it will cause the program to fold. HOWEVER having said that I have to remember it IS an election year in the states and that means the circus is coming to town. Clowns of all stripes with a pet gripe will be headed to DC.
And please cite your sources for
Most pilots and most passengers are not happy with guns in the cockpit;
I could be wrong but I doubt the validity of your assertion and assume it is mere conjecture based on your views.
Balls in your court...