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In reply to the discussion: TSA has pulled the plug on the "naked body" scanners. [View all]arikara
(5,562 posts)14. Don't celebrate yet
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The TSA will replace the Rapiscan machines with versions made by L-3 Communications Holdings Inc.
I knew it was too good to be true. They get too many kicks from irradiating and harassing people at the airports and borders. This kind of treatment is why I no longer enter the US of A. My stepmother is still traumatized from crossing the border over 2 years ago, they ripped her vehicle apart and wouldn't even allow them to use the washroom for the time it took to do it, this was a couple of grey haired 75 year old women one with a bladder problem for petes sake.
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good. i can start flying again. my inlaws will be so pleased.... shit, there goes one excuse. nt
seabeyond
Jan 2013
#6
I always go for the pat down. Not because I get off on it or anything. DAMN! BNow I've said too much
Guy Whitey Corngood
Jan 2013
#12
You know that a TSA dude here at O'Hare asked why I chose the pat down instead of the scanner.
Guy Whitey Corngood
Jan 2013
#24
Ha! Good one. I'll remember that if it happens again. I'm selected for the RapeyScan about 98% of
Guy Whitey Corngood
Jan 2013
#30
does that mean I dont have stand in that machine with my hands on my head anymore?
srican69
Jan 2013
#13