While improving Terminal security is all fine and well, the perimeter security at many airfields is poor in my point of view. I was driving past one UK airfield last week and all that separated landside from airside was a wooden fence, like you would see on a farm. The fence was right beside a busy road, therefore in clear public view. In reality such a fence is supposed to separate the villain from millions of pounds worth of aircraft and buildings. Suffice to say it will not take much effort to drive though it in a car or any able-bodied person could climb over it with not much effort. Airport operators have to practice what they preach and airfield security must come equal with terminal security. There is no point trying to find razor blades in hand baggage if a terrorist can gain access to the airfield with not too much trouble. Just as much damage, if not more can be caused when an aircraft is on stand and it seems that airlines and airport authorities are only focusing on what will happen in the terminal or in the air! At my local airport I can think of many ways in which any terrorist could gain airside access and cause damage. Needless to say a genius is not required!