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Did you scan the boarding area from afar?Have a cold, penetrating stare?Sleep on the plane?Use the bathroom?Talk to others?This is just some of the information that federal air marshals collect on thousands of regular US citizens under a secret, domestic surveillance program.Welcome to the Quiet SkiesBy Jana WinterJuly 28, 2018Federal air marshals have begun following ordinary US citizens not suspected of a crime or on any terrorist watch list and collecting extensive information about their movements and behavior under a new domestic surveillance program that is drawing criticism from within the agency.The previously undisclosed program, called “Quiet Skies,” specifically targets travelers who “are not under investigation by any agency and are not in the Terrorist Screening Data Base,” according to a Transportation Security Administration bulletin in March.. . .QuoteExplore the behavior checklist1. 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 subject2. 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 Other3. 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 Other4. Subject slept during the flight(If observed, check any that apply below) | Y N Unknown Subject slept during most of the flight Subject slept briefly5. 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
Explore the behavior checklist1. 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 subject2. 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 Other3. 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 Other4. Subject slept during the flight(If observed, check any that apply below) | Y N Unknown Subject slept during most of the flight Subject slept briefly5. 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
