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Darren Schaefer | DB Cooper, The Cooper Vortex, & The CIA
Impact on Aviation Security and the Cooper Vane
The DB Cooper hijacking served as a primary catalyst for the militarization of airport security, leading to the implementation of metal detectors and bag searches. Following the event, the FAA mandated the installation of the "Cooper vane" on all Boeing 727s to prevent the rear airstairs from being opened during flight. Critics argue these changes were part of a broader trend toward increasing state surveillance and checkpoints.