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Prior to the Act, security screening was largely the responsibility of each airport. Counter agents asked three questions of passengers checking luggage:
  • Did you pack your bags yourself?

  • Have your bags been in your possession since you packed them?

  • Have any unknown persons asked you to carry anything on board?

  • Visitors had to pass through metal detectors and have their carry-on luggage X-rayed before entering the concourses, but X-raying of personal items was not required. A boarding pass did not have to be presented at the checkpoint, as non-travellers were allowed to enter the concourses.