Logan Expert Lane

Logan Airport, in Boston, is trying out new security screening techniques in Terminal B (Delta). Specifically, they offer an “Expert” lane, a “Casual Traveler” lane, and a “Special Assistance” lane. It seems like a great idea, and the it also seems to be working.

The shoe of choice for an expert traveler is a loafer, so I always look for lines which are loafer-heavy and without children. Also, I look for lines without couples and without carry-ons, since there is always a forgetful person who packed their liquids. Lastly, I look for lines without college students. For some reason they take an inordinate amount of time to get through security.

My security screening was the best I’ve ever had. I breezed through security. I asked the security guard if this was the norm, and he said that he still hasn’t seen an expert traveler. I think he was just bitter because he was working on a Sunday night.

A semi-related side note – I can’t wait to go see Harold and Kumar: Escape from Guantanamo Bay. The subject matter is something that every Asian-American has probably riffed about with their friends. Also, the chatter after the premiere at SXSW is pretty positive.