It appears that terrorists have been staging "dry runs" on various flights in the United States.  Unfortunately, our focus on political correctness is going to get us in trouble again.  Here's an article from a journalist who experienced what must have been the longest flight of her life. 
 


The photograph referenced in the second article.
The writer follows up with another article that discusses the communications she has had with the airline industry and TSA.
 
A unnerving quote is provided by Gary Boettcher, Member, Board of Directors, Allied Pilots Association.  "Folks, I am a Captain with a major airline. I was very involved with the Arming Pilots effort. Your reprint of this airborne event is not a singular nor isolated experience. The terrorists are probing us all the time."
 
Sobering.