[Eagle of Liberty]

Yep, if air traffic should drop significantly, there would be significant changes for sure

Significant changes? You mean in terms of a bailout being called for by the recently unionized TSA? This has all been orchestrated nicely.

Obama's thought process: Pat-down or body scan. Oh, you want neither and will now drive your car instead? Cool. I CALL FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION TO SAVE OUR AIRLINE INDUSTRY! The Government MUST bail them out!

[snoringbear]

“Oh, you want neither and will now drive your car instead? Cool. I CALL FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION TO SAVE OUR AIRLINE INDUSTRY! The Government MUST bail them out!”

Actually, I have been choosing the driving option over flying short distances for some time. Example; I live in the DFW metroplex and have to travel to Austin every now and then. From my house to my destination is about 235 miles. I can usually make the drive in a little less than 4 hours. Total elapsed time to fly is about the same. Frankly, it’s much less hassle to just get in my truck and drive than deal with the airport hassle, rent car, etc.