Airport officer suspended for failing to detect passenger's knife

The administration of Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City has suspended a security screening officer for failing to detect a passenger bringing a knife in her carry-on luggage onto a plane. The passenger used the 20cm knife to peel fruit while aboard a plane, violating flight safety and security regulations. The incident took place on flight VN208 from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi on July 18. The Southern Airport Authority said during the screening process, the officer failed to detect the knife which was put in a hard-to-see position in her hand luggage. The camera system showed that the officer had followed regulations when conducting the screening. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is currently experiencing a surge of passengers, accommodating an estimated 100,000 visitors each day, causing great pressure on screening tasks. However, the aviation authorities said ensuring security was the top priority.<br/>