One lesson we can learn from the case of Farouk Abdulmutallab is:
A) Aviation security must be focused on past actions, as they are the most likely predictor of future actions, which is what led to Farouk Abdulmutallab's capture in Iraq
B) Aviation security must continually attempt to anticipate new threats and means of attack from terrorism
C) Aviation security threats can happen in the landside of airport operations just as easily as in the airside
D) Pilots need to ensure they are not fatigued before taking on a flight
E) Farouk's role in the Air India bombing showed aviation why baggage should be tracked alongside passengers

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The case of Farouk Abdulmutallab highlights the need for aviation security to continually anticipate new threats and means of attack from terrorism. Farouk was able to evade detection because he used a new type of explosive and a new method of concealment. Aviation security must be able to adapt to changing threats and stay ahead of the curve.

One Lesson We Can Learn from the Case of Farouk