call100 said...
Common sense says it is a deterrent not a barrier, Had they entered from the controlled area and attempted access to the restricted area the chance of them being seen would be increased greatly. Not something they wanted to risk obviously.
At the end of the day no one can eliminate the risk only mitigate it. Get over it and stop letting every tin pot lunatic in the guise of a terrorist win
Ok lets look at this statement of wonderous and wise words....
Had they entered the restricted area... So say they did and as they crossed the main on a motorbike with no lights you are relying on the tower to see them? Ok going with you..say the tower did how long will it take for them to be stopped ...considering they covered the distance to the police chopper and back in a very very short time? Not long enough sadly as they could have taken out any of the airliners parked at the main terminal. Remember Call100 we are living in a real threat world and failure to see what could have happened and what may well happen (now they can see how easilly its done) is a dangerous thing.
But what security improvements have been made at BHX since?? none I guess... But your right Call100 we should get over it and not worry , lets all find a nice sand bank to pop our heads in...
This is a massive wake up call for Birmingham Airport, the Police and the privately owned security company...