Would you undertake a lie detector test at an airport?

[happytraveller]

I read on the Economist magazine about a possible new security check at airports. This one is based on a lie detector type test.

http://www.economist.com/science-technolog...ory_id=15762419

The question is, would you be prepared to go through a lie detector test at an airport before you flew????? Surely the airport security checks have already gone too far, and this would be yet another step in the wrong direction. Interested to hear what others think about this.

Smooth landings.

[gojozoom]

Hi guys,

It's hard to answer the question with a simple yes or no. I think most of us have nothing to fear about it. However with all these security checkpoints it seems to come to a point, where everyone becomes a bit stressed after entering an international airport. Once you're there, questions are rushing through your heads: Which gate should I go? Do I have any items not allowed on the aircraft (eg.: accidentally left some stuff in my pocket)? What will customs look for? Where can I pick up my luggage? etc, etc. Add all the security checks and transit visa processes (where needed), and it becomes a quite painful, and sometimes shocking experience (especially if you fly with your family). I'm a pretty relaxed guy, but last time I flew back to Hungary I had some moments where I was damn close to freak out (missing luggage, false-positive drug test on my wife's bag, etc).
As a conclusion, I can say, yes, I would undertake a lie detector if necessary, but it won't help me having a smooth trip....

[Ian Warren]

Q: Are you a terrorist ( speaking in a pommy Indian dialect )

A: Yes

Security , bag him boys

Q: I thought you said tourist!

A; Oh jolly blimey ..... seems to be a major dialama !