[AndyJackson]

There have been instances of terrorists using unsuspecting passengers to smuggle items onto an aircraft.

A butter knife? Man get f'n real.

[DugwayDuke]

"A butter knife? Man get f'n real."

This 'butter knife' was five and one half inches long with a serrated edge. Could it have been used as a weapon? Certainly.

The woman was well aware that it was a prohibited item but was to lackadaisical to make sure her luggage was free of such items. One can only wonder just how careful she was to ensure other items were not packed in her bag as well.