WHO KNEW?
TSA’s ‘Quiet Skies’ Program Tracks, Observes Travelers In The Air – NPR
From Boston Globe:
1. Subject was abnormally aware of surroundings
(If observed, check any that apply below) | Y N Unknown
- Reversing or changing directions and/or stopping while in transit through the airport
- Attempting to change appearance by changing clothes, shaving etc. while in the airport or on the plane
- Using the reflection in storefront windows to identify surveillance
- Observing the boarding gate area from afar
- Boarded last
- Observing other people who appear to be observing FAM team and/or subject
2. Subject exhibited Behavioral Indicators
(If observed, check any that apply below) | Y N Unknown
- Excessive fidgeting
- Excessive perspiration
- Facial flushing
- Rapid eye blinking
- “Adam’s apple jump”
- Rubbing/wringing of hands
- Strong body odor
- Sweaty palms
- Trembling
- Cold penetrating stare
- Exaggerated emotions
- Gripping/“White knuckling” bags
- Wide open, staring eyes
- Face touching
- Other
3. Subject’s appearance was different from information provided
(If yes, check any that apply below) | Y N Unknown
- Lost weight
- Gained weight
- Balding
- Graying
- Hair length/style change
- Goatee
- Visible Tattoos (Describe)
- Visible Piercings (Describe)
- Beard
- Mustache
- Apparent Altered Experience (Explain)
- Clean shaven
- Other
4. Subject slept during the flight
(If observed, check any that apply below) | Y N Unknown
- Subject slept during most of the flight
- Subject slept briefly
5. General Observations
(Provide detailed descriptions of any electronic devices in subject’s possession in AAR) | Y N Unknown
- Checked baggage?
- In possession of cell/smartphone?
- In possession of multiple phones?
- Used phone to talk?
- Used phone to text?
- In possession of computer?
- Seated in first/business class?
- Used lavatory?
- In possession of any unusual items?
- Traveled with others?
- Met with others in the airport?
- Engaged in conversation with others?
- Subject initiated conversation with FAM?
- Carryon baggage?
- Other notable activity?
- Subject engaged in “more than casual contact” with airport or airline employee?
6. For Domestic Arrivals Only
(If possible, provide identifiers (license plate, vehicle description) of pick up vehicle in AAR) | Y N Unknown
- Picked up at curbside shuttle, taxi, bus or public transit?
- Picked up at curbside by private vehicle?
- Obtained rental car for transportation
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