**This was terrorism, and the terrorists might have the plane, and possibly more than 200 hostages.***
Agree. We have become lazy - by thinking that ‘terrorism’ means suicidal bombers, big explosions, multiple deaths of innocents and an element of surprise.
While we follow our ‘routine screening’ practices; enemies are becoming innovative - maybe even changing tactics and strategies.
Taking and hiding this plane for ransom etc., would have involved a lot more sophisticated planning, insiders and will result in a larger shock value during the final act.
Yes, they have been changing their MOs over the years.