It was supposed to be a regular trip to the airport for Marion Howell, 62, who was travelling home to Ajax, Ont., from northern New Brunswick last week.
When Howell arrived at Bathurst Airport, she felt prepared. She got there early and made sure all of her liquids were in a clear, plastic bag — just like airport security recommends.
But Howell has a heart murmur, and five years ago got a pacemaker to help regulate her heart rate. She said her doctor advised her to avoid security scanners, which could disrupt the medical device and potentially cause problems.
“I said to the guy, ‘I
