NASA says pat ##s , full - body scans are necessary to prevent weapons from getting on board . `` The evolution of the security will be done with the input of those who go through the security , '' White House press secretary Robert Gibbs said . TSA trying to balance safety concerns and passengers ' right to privacy . They say extra scrutiny raises concerns for cancer patients , elderly , children . The FAA is evolving , and regulations are being taken into account , White House says .
NASA says pat ##s , full - body scans are necessary to prevent weapons from getting on board . TSA trying to balance safety concerns and passengers ' right to privacy . They say extra scrutiny raises concerns for cancer patients , elderly , children . The FAA is evolving , and regulations are being taken into account , White House says .