Airport security has always been extremely important, but even more so after the attacks of September 11, 2001. When you fly from O'Hare International Airport you are subjected to numerous security checks. At the Guangzhou Municipal Airport there is no security other than a four-foot high fence. Security is the degree of resistance or protection from harm (Wikipedia, Security). It applies to any vulnerable and valuable asset, such as a person, a home, a community, a nation or an organization (Wikipedia, Security). It is necessary to have security at small airports; Are there gaps in the current security system and what problems could arise for small airports? Seven hundred and thirty million people travel on passenger planes each year, while more than 700 million bags are checked for explosives and other dangerous items (H, n.d.). The first line of defense in airport security is the most obvious: Fences, Barriers and Walls (Works, n.d.). In contrast, Guangzhou Airport is equipped with a fence, but lacks metal detectors, X-ray machines and security personnel. One of the most important measures at an airport is the confirmation of an identity document such as a driver's license or passport (Works, n.d.). Pilots at Guangzhou Airport have a key card that allows them access to the fenced area. They do not have to provide photo ID. Going through security at larger airports can be time-consuming and frustrating. If smaller airports had security it wouldn't be so frustrating. Many Americans feel that from the moment they enter the airport to the moment they leave they are treated very rudely and like criminals (News). A poll said 61% of Americans disagreed with new airport security measures (News). Innocent American......the middle of the card......is broken - and how to fix it." WSJ. Wall Street Journal. Web. December 4, 2013. "Former TSA Head Slams Agency: 'No More Banned Items Read more: http://www.businessinsider.com/former-tsa-head-slams-agency--2012-4"Domestic Airport". wikipedia.org. Wikipedia. Network. 4 December 2013. "Security". Wikipedia. Wikipedia. Network. December 4, 2013. .Lisa, Stark. “The 'Shoe Bomber' case illustrates ongoing problems in airport security.” abcnews.go.com. ABC News, 4 12 2013. Web. 4 December 2013. "'Underwear Bomber' worked for the CIA." beforeitsnews.com. Before his news. Network. 4 December 2013. .