And I agree with you- see my previoius post on this topic.
In fact, the categories of people I am suggesting could almost IMMEDIATELY be armed and "on duty" when they fly includes active and former RANGERS (as well as SEALS, S.F. types with appropriate experience, and military and civilian police.) I carry a gun at all times- but I can't bring it on an airliner. If I have been judged "safe" to be legally armed at the Tastee-Freez, why the restriction?
And the old chestnut about a bullet hole in the fuselage "bringing down the plane" is just nonsense. I have flown in aircraft with lots of holes- if they get too annoying, duct tape works well to make a temporary patch. The only real risk is hitiing flight crew, or critical hydraulic lines or electrical circuits. GLASER SAFETY SLUGS were developed to prevent this sort of over-penetration problem- I will be glad to donate some! SUA SPONTE! 2nd Bn 75th Infantry (RANGER)
My husband has told me about the duct tape bit for holes on aircraft...I about fell on the floor...I didn't think he was serious, but he was.
Wife of 3/75 Ranger alumnus, the palace guards! LOL!