Well, I flew into Denver this afternoon from Phoenix, witnessing firsthand the impact of the new airport security measures brought into force following the London bombing plot was unearthed - I have to say I’m shocked.The staff at Sky Harbour did a fantastic job ensuring that I had no liquids and/or snakes in my hand luggage… one small problem - at no point was I asked to present any form of identification to verify my identity. At check-in I used the United self service booth and checked my suitcase - no one asked for my passport, and I happily departed with boarding card in hand.Through security, show them my boarding card, off I go - they didn’t even ask me to remove my hat (note to terrorists: look cool and smuggle liquids at the same time, buy Nike!). Before I know it, I’m on the plane and feeling slightly uneasy!You would have thought that being a Brit, the Hollywood bad guy stereotype might have encouraged them to take extra precautions!Well, I flew into Denver this afternoon from Phoenix, witnessing firsthand the impact of the new airport security measures brought into force following the London bombing plot was unearthed - I have to say I’m shocked.The staff at Sky Harbour did a fantastic job ensuring that I had no liquids and/or snakes in my hand luggage… one small problem - at no point was I asked to present any form of identification to verify my identity. At check-in I used the United self service booth and checked my suitcase - no one asked for my passport, and I happily departed with boarding card in hand.Through security, show them my boarding card, off I go - they didn’t even ask me to remove my hat (note to terrorists: look cool and smuggle liquids at the same time, buy Nike!). Before I know it, I’m on the plane and feeling slightly uneasy!You would have thought that being a Brit, the Hollywood bad guy stereotype might have encouraged them to take extra precautions!

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