Dear Capsicum Admirers, I haven't flown in the US for more than 8 years and I am sure the new security measures are inconvenient, but not nearly as inconvenient as becoming a statistic. It could be that the security staffs at American airports have insufficient training. Passengers can be screened very well without any rude behavior on the part of those doing the job. Last March I flew to Hanover Germany for the CEBIT show by way of Zurich and returned to Israel from Hanover by way of Zurich. I found the Swiss pre-flight security both more friendly and thorough that what I found in Hanover. If you want to enjoy your endorphin rush, it is helpful to be alive. Warmest Regards Akiva Kotler Ashdod Israel