Seen that? - Italian airport security snapping up digital cameras

Filed in archive Best of on February 15, 2010

Italian airport security snapping up digital cameras Wandalust

Apparently someone at Italy's Pescara airport is taking new talian Aviation Authority [ENAC] security measures deeming London as a "high risk" destination very seriously indeed. The local head of the airport police has implemented new security measures that require all passengers on London flights place all electronic objects in their checked luggage. Ryanair staff is failing to inform check in passengers of this regulation; the result is that airport security staff [...] Read More


Tighter Security in Britain's Airports Wandalust

photo New blast carriers, strict limits on access of public vehicles, and new baggage checks, are Prime Minister Gordon Brown's plan to build up Britain's defenses against car bombs at airports and train stations. A review by the terrorism minister recommended extra protection against car bombs. Nine hundred public spaces were reviewed after a failed bomb attack in the West End this year. As well as a result of the review of [...] Read More


Gatwick Airport Parking and the Joys of Returning to Your Own Car Wandalust

There's something special about getting back to your own personal space after a few days of travel. You've been living in borrowed or rented seats and beds - on the plane, in Airport hotels, and in restaurants you're not very familiar with. After three or four days of business meetings, your plane's wheels hit the tarmac ad you're well and truly ready for the feel of something familiar. [...] Read More


Information security: why you need to be careful in the airport Tech Without Wires

Ever felt strange that someone might be looking over your shoulder at the airport while you are busy doing emails or something else on your computer? Yes, your security issues are not solved by having a firewall; that is just one level of information security. People simply looking over your shoulder could be far more serious a leak of business secrets and business confidentiality. Gonzo's Garage has written an extensive [...] Read More


Family Friendly Security Checkpoints Hidden Travel Gems

Is it about to get easier to go through security? If you have children, the answer could be yes! Airports in Denver and Salt Lake City are experimenting with security lanes specifically for families. For travelers who've had to pry off their kid's shoes and convince them to walk through the intimidating metal detector alone while a hundred impatient road warriors breathe down their necks, this might be just what [...] Read More