Can a man rightly walk around in a bathing suit and flip-flops at an airport?

What kind of bathing suit? If it was a speedo, then maybe he could be arrested for public indecency, but I don’t think there are dress-codes for airports.

In Hawaii yes, in Alaska no.

Yes, I don’t think there is a dress code for airports unless one is really being publically indecent.

Proper trunks are indistinguishable from shorts, so I’m going to think that it’s probably the Speedo (which is criminal in any case). Perhaps arresting him might be a bit much – give him a chance to put on something more appropriate.
There is a saying: never attribute to malice what can be attributed to stupidity.

Was he French?

@wundayatta or perhaps Italian?

I don’t think it would be illegal, but in the case of a Speedo, it should be.

The thing is that someone from a different culture may not get how inhibited Americans are compared to them.

I am having fun imagining this taking place in an Alaskan airport!

Why on earth would it be illegal to wear speedos in public?

@meiosis It’s hyperbole. A lot of people who wear speedos really, really shouldn’t. Some of us value our mental health.

I think the man should be applauded for showing us all the way of the speedo

Legality does not define if it’s a good or bad idea. I think it’s a bad idea. And I hope he is not sitting next to me on a plane.

I don’t see why it matters…...they basicly strip search you anyway wile checking in…So speedo people just make the line move faster….

:) first of all great post made me laugh.
I couldn’t see a problem with doing that although i think you would get a lot of looks :)
I know i wouln’t do it but im sure it is fine to do so.

Think how quickly this guy would get through security. My guess is that it would catch on…

I know a woman can.

Not sure about the airport, but he could be denied boarding on the aircraft. A Southwest passenger was asked to cover up.

Well… I guess if it is for this reason it’s a great idea!

It’s rare here. People wear clothes on the plane.

Only if you were in coach, probably. Business, no way. If you arrived for a first class flight in that attire, they would probably throw you off of the plane.

This brings up a question I asked on Fluther about 6 months ago.

What is the difference in a man or woman wearing just their underwear in public? The commericals on television are on public television, so what is the difference?

Arrest for indecent exposure in public, or not?

The NYC subway system seems to survive Improv Everywhere’s the No Pants Subway Ride every January… This video is one that was faked for April Fool’s as “no underwear” as well.

I think the speedos in airports is a response to the enhanced pat downs and the new body scanners.

@jellyfish3232 Actually, I think the first class passenger has a better chance pulling it off. She or he would be the one with enough money to hire an attorney to fight any arrest.

I personally think it is a bad idea to fly in a speedo, I have heard the emergency slides can cause some serious road rash.

I live right across the road from a private property with campground and the owners host a big gay, speedo wearing, Vespa club party every year. Lots of speedos around the campfire. I’ll ask this April if anyone has ever worn a Speedo in an airport.

It’s a great time, the Vespa racers in speedos. haha

That would be in very poor taste at the very least. I would hope that he would be required to get dressed, only because I don’t want to see his junk. Well, wait a minute – how tall is he and how much does he weigh? Is he tan and muscular or pasty-white with fat rolls? Is he young or old, smooth or hairy? These answers would greatly determine whether I am offended or not.

Are you sure that wasn’t the new TSA ruling?

“Men must board planes in Speedos and flip-flops to ensure the safety of other passengers. No carry-on luggage is allowed. Women must board planes wearing only Spanx and a bra from Wal-Mart with Dr Scholl’s sandals to ensure the safety of other passengers. They are allowed to carry one personal hygiene product, but it must be carried in a see-through plastic bag measuring 4“x4” but only on international flights or flights that will last more than six hours. This will guarantee that no one is carrying any concealed weapons. Pat-downs will not be discontinued however they will be made more enjoyable for the inspectors. Thank you for your kind consideration and thank you for flying our Oh-Too-Friendly Skies!”

@DarlingRhadamanthus you’re good.

I second that.
Sure would make a more pleasant 13 hour flight.
Hell, they oughta give discounts to those male passengers that want to do a little Chippendale dancer gig and entertain the rest of us. :-)

<holds up a wad of dollar bills>

@wilma…..Thank you! :) It used to be an adventure to fly….but now….it’s a ^&%%(&&** adventure.

@Coloma It would be awesome if you would ask them.