Is airport security only in the US?

Answer 1

Oh, no. Most airports are more secure. I have been through German airports, Russian, English, Italian, and American. The foreign airports were much more secure and serious. I think Russia was the most focus on security. When you come off a Russian plane you are filtered to a person In a plexiglass cage with a computer. They look at you, look at the computer, and stamp your passport. The Germans have 2 secure parts to their airport. There is the first part where they ask for papers, and check bags and the holding area. When you are ready to board they put you on a tram with security and to a second holding area. At this point you are at the gate and can board. The German security people are very stern and official. No joking with them. The English ask questions about why you are there and how long you will stay. Security is very tight.

Answer 2

No, almost all developed countries have developed and now practice ongoing security measures at airports. Each country differs in strictness and thoroughness. Some underdeveloped countries do not have the manpower to conduct stringent screening.

Answer 3

Airport security exists everywhere. Some countries have had very serious airport security for many years when it was still rudimentary in the US. - When I first went through Schipol (Amsterdam) in 1983, security was even tougher than it now is in US. Dutch policemen and soldiers with automatic weapons were on watch everywhere.

Answer 4

NO its used across the word in what know as a common accord (agreement)