Anyone who ever traveled by air has experienced, at one point or another, an inspection at the x ray baggage scanners. However, very few of us have had the privilege (and responsibility) of sitting behind the monitor and discerning potential threats and banned items from the remaining baggage content.

It turns out, it is not as easy as it seems.

Now, before you freak out, keep in mind that there are softwares that were developed to assist the personnel operating the x ray baggage scanners, and some of the most advanced machines barely require any effort. Yet, for the most basic ones, the operator should be incredibly attentive (and experienced).

Ready to test your skills? Scroll down!

Let’s begin.


1 – What does this traveler carry in his baggage that is potentially dangerous?

x ray baggage scanners


Did you guess it?
 

He has a pocket knife.


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


2 – This one is a lot trickier.
 

It is not quite what you would think about when it comes to contraband.


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


This is a container with cream that exceeds the allowed 100ml limit, as per airport regulations.


x ray baggage scanners


3 – This backpack seems to belong to someone with an agenda.


 

x ray baggage scanners


Yes, this is pretty much what you think it is, a gun handle.


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


4 – What about this one?
 


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


Pliers over 17cm in length are not permitted on board.


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


5 – What about this bag?


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


There is an aerosol can in this luggage, probably hairspray.
 


x ray baggage scanners


6 – Look closely.


Xray image luggage scanned cbt simulate


There is quite a big knife in this bag.


x ray baggage scanners


7 – Can you tell what is being smuggled here?
 


x ray baggage scanners


Yes, a knife again.


x ray baggage scanners


8 – This is not a subtle attempt.
 


x ray baggage scanners


There is a firearm that pretty much fills the entire bag.


x ray baggage scanners


How well did you perform? Keep in mind that in those cases, you were informed in advance that there is some sort of contraband that you have to find in each picture. Would you have performed as well if you were not given this hint?

Food for thought.

Source: Simulscan | DailyMail

Categories: counter terrorism

0 Comments

Leave a Reply