Whew, I feel safer
Next on no-fly list: Lighters, matches
By Thomas Frank, USA TODAY
Airline passengers will no longer be allowed to bring lighters or matches on planes under a new U.S. security policy expected to go into effect within two months.
The ban will require federal screeners to confiscate lighters and matches from passengers trying to take them through security. The policy could force airports to halt smoking in restaurants and lounges located beyond checkpoints. </i>
Raise your hand if this is the stupidest thing you’ve heard in a while. I know, it’s a hard call…
