Amper:

I know that the answer to in-air terrorism is mandatory possesion of at least a 4" fixed blade knife (Preferably handed out by the air line at the boarding ramp to every passenger) by everyone on board and a "You're ### is ours!" attitude by every passenger on board toward any idiot who would try to take over the airplane.

Armed pilots with large caliber weapons shooting fragible ammunition and a "Hostages are an obstacle to shoot around if possible, shoot through if necessary", mindset with legal protection for all who attempt to thwart the hijacking.

Masses will overcome individuals or small groups no matter how the small groups are armed.

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