Persons With Clearances Seen As Favored Travelers
July 26, 2006: If policy analysts at a Washington, DC, think-tank have their way, persons holding a federal security clearance will be considered “low-risk passengers” eligible for expedited screening at airports. In a new policy paper, the analysts also argue that little progress has been made toward enhancing aviation security since September 11, 2001.
A similar initiative for the general public has been underway in Orlando since last year.
Do you favor expedited airport screening for holders of government security clearances? How about for others who are pre-screened after having submitted to extensive background investigations?