[1]Secret Quiet Skies surveillance program tracks citizens not
suspected of wrongdoing:
Federal air marshals (FAMs) told the Globe that the program is a
waste of taxpayer dollars and actually makes the U.S. less safe as
they are not working on "legitimate, potential threats." Many are
not even sure if it is legal, but the TSA told the Globe it is part
of its "mission to ensure the safety and security of passengers,
crewmembers, and aircraft throughout the aviation sector. As its
assessment capabilities continue to enhance, FAMS leverages multiple
internal and external intelligence sources in its deployment
strategy."
But John Casaretti, president of the Air Marshal Association, said,
"Currently the Quiet Skies program does not meet the criteria we
find acceptable." He added, "The American public would be better
served if these [air marshals] were instead assigned to airport
screening and check in areas so that active shooter events can be
swiftly ended, and violations of federal crimes can be properly and
consistently addressed."
(Via [2]CSO Online)
I almost understand the false sense of security current airport
practices provide the average Jane and John Doe.
But super secret security theater busywork?
Also on:
[3]Twitter
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tracks citizens not suspected of wrongdoing ←. It posted Mon, 30 Jul
2018 12:16:51 +0000.
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References
1.
https://www.csoonline.com/article/3293406/security/secret-quiet-skies-surveillance-program-tracks-citizens-not-suspected-of-wrongdoing.html#tk.rss_all
2.
http://www.csoonline.com/index.rss
3.
https://twitter.com/TokyoGringo/status/1023906232145506305
4.
https://www.prjorgensen.com/?p=1356
