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In reply to the discussion: The TSA pat downs as described that start tomorrow equate to molestation [View all]NotThisTime
(3,657 posts)7. I'm simply going to wear a strapless bikini top and thong bottoms under a jacket and sarong
I'll change into more appropriate clothing for my long haul flights when I get through security. I don't give a shit. If I can wear it on the beach I can wear it in the airport.
They've updated the website already
https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening#quickset-security_screening_quicktabs_2
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The TSA pat downs as described that start tomorrow equate to molestation [View all]
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
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I'm simply going to wear a strapless bikini top and thong bottoms under a jacket and sarong
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#7
Before they had 5 options, now they have 1 and they have to use "sufficient force" meaning more than
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#30
Is this part of the Republican, "We're the government and we're here to help" routine?
jalan48
Mar 2017
#2
Well a bikini top under my jacket and bikini thong under my wrap around skirt or sarong won't be far
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#15
Yeh, that was like 2 pat downs ago, I was PISSED. I think I made a couple of not so well received
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#22
Don't forget to fill out the head removal waiver application form (about 2/3 through):
DFW
Mar 2017
#23
Maybe I should make time for it, it's free for me, I just haven't had the time...
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#31
That would be a problem then, the only thing that seemingly helps is first class, you get your own
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#39
They don't even scan the damn cargo... If you wanted to blow a plane up, that's the way to do it
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#32
Shit, the bikini is in order, thanks for the update. I agree, whatever makes them uncomfortable, I
NotThisTime
Mar 2017
#40