I dont see how these two things relate.. so instead of using analogy why dont you just say what exactly are you concerned about that you think might happen ?
I guess I'm wondering who is actually "running the yard" at Seattle's (or other) airports, and are they doing a good enough job.
We've had several mishaps lately such as a baggage handler putting a nick in an airplane (Alaska Air) that blew out and forced to make an emergency landing. Had a roll-over with a baggage cart and some other things. I seem to recall that those folks are under contract to the individual airlines.
Granted, accidents happen, but it seemed to have a lot to do with new people (non-union I believe?) doing the work.
And now this report of dangerous gang tagging inside the holds.
My concern is not just how well are these new people trained, but what type of security checks do they go through, etc. And it makes me wonder when the people running the place dismiss the cop's concern with an arrogant "they don't know how airports work".
I have no idea what "exactly" I'm concerned about. But I guess it would be along the lines of terrorists offering gangs lots of money, drugs, and weapons if they help get something (bombs, guns, boxcutters etc.) on the airline.
You sound like you know the ins and outs of cargo handling, so perhaps some gang member tagging the hold is of no concern due to all the security checks, etc. Still don't like the idea of it.