If security was so good, why are there people being detected with Drugs after a long haul flight, and they are the ones who get caught after the flight, how many get through
Security is not looking for drugs! And they are not going to be detected going through a metal detector or with a wand unless concealed in foil. Customs screen for drugs on arrival
Security is a tough job, especially when you have to pretend that you are doing a good job. It is a bit of a joke, but atleast it stops the grannies from taking on knitting needles, cause you never know when a grannie is going to turn on you.
For those who think security is
just for show perhaps you should contact your local Security provider and ask to view the assortment of knives, weapons, dangerous goods and other items taken from pax (including grannies!). It is generally not the job of the Security Officer to make a decision on intent. And remember, at some point "grannie" is going to go to the loo and unless she takes her needles with her, the baddie sitting next to her now has them!
Security Officers don't make the rules and don't always agree with them, but it is their job to abide by them. No-one wants their face plastered all over CNN as being the person who let the bomb/knife etc through. Some of the "morons" & "jackasses" at my local airport are ex-forces, teachers, nurses, cabin crew and even pilots.
Oh, and of course a few of them are morons & jackasses!