Bob Clark flies nearly 200 times a year, so you might expect that he has airport security figured out. But even he sometimes gets frustrated when facing ever-more-stringent checkpoint requirements. ...more

July 8, 2008

Although airport terminals have had security for decades, since Sept. 11 restrictions have tightened in response to each successive terrorist threat, from the Shoe Bomber to the liquid explosives plot of two years ago. Entrepreneurs have responded to each change by offering products tailored to new specifications. ...more

July 7, 2008

Outraged By Article Regarding "Rebelling Against Airport Tyranny" (Other Views, June 23): ...more

June 28, 2008

It's been at least five years since I've flown commercial, and for good reason: I don't wish to be arrested for questioning actions by often arrogant, rude Transportation Security Administration (TSA) workers. ...more

June 23, 2008

TAMPA - When Laverne Deffenbaugh tried to get on her Continental Airlines flight to Tulsa, Okla., this morning, she didn't get far. Transportation Security Administration screeners noticed something strange in her purse, according to Tampa International Airport police. Two sets of brass knuckles. ...more

June 4, 2008

A 21-year-old Clearwater man was arrested at Tampa International Airport last weekend after security personnel found a box cutter in a hollowed-out book, authorities said. ...more

February 21, 2008

TAMPA -- A 21-year-old Clearwater man was arrested at Tampa International Airport this weekend after security personnel found a box cutter in a hollowed-out book, authorities said. ...more

February 20, 2008

A local tile setter was detained by Tampa International Airport police and federal investigators Friday morning after he was overheard in an airport bathroom talking about mixing chemicals. ...more

February 2, 2008

TAMPA - A local tile setter was detained by Tampa International Airport police and federal investigators this morning after he was overheard in an airport bathroom talking about mixing chemicals. ...more

February 1, 2008

An undercover officer successfully carried a simulated bomb past a federal security screener at Tampa International Airport on Friday, officials said - although the failure has led to "remedial training" instead of any major change in airport security. ...more

January 29, 2008