Aero-News: Quote of the Day

ANN's Quote of the Day usually derives from current news, though we reserve the right to pick quotes out of history that have a bearing on the day's events and issues.

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Aero-News Quote of the Day

"I know the government is trying to protect because of the terrorist attacks, but common sense should play a role in it."

Source: Sijollie Allen, who encountered some difficulties with Continental Airlines ticket agents after it was discovered her four-year-son, Edward, is listed on the TSA's 'No-Fly' list. While Edward was eventually let onboard the pre-Christmas flight from Houston to New York, poor Edward ran into the same problem on the return trip -- which is odd, as the TSA instructs airlines to disregard name-matches on the No-Fly or Selectee lists, if the passenger is a child under 12 years old.

FMI: www.tsa.gov, www.continental.com