Aviation Security An

Overview

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Introduction

Protection and safety of Passenger, Crew,

Ground personnel, general public, aircraft and
facilities of airport
Aviation industry is the most threatened
Soft Target for terrorist attack

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What is Threat

The probability of an attack being attempted

against a target within a specified time frame

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What is Terrorism

It is an act of placing someone is extreme

fear.
It is the unlawful use of violence against the
public to intimidate a Government

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Nature of threat against Civil Aviation

Conventional Threat include :

Unlawful seizure of aircraft (Hijack)

Sabotage of aircraft
Sabotage of airports
Off airport attacks
Terrorist attacks
Criminal acts or damage
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Baggage handling and screening

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Baggage handling and screening

Cabin baggage
Check in baggage
X-ray Screening and observation
Items that may be difficult to screen or
physically sear
Wrapped presents and gift
Children toys
Crutches and walking sticks
Human remains Urns
Religious objects, valuable jewelry and
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Baggage handling and screening

Suspected bags with suspected objects that
should be separated categorized as below:
Dark object noticed on monitor
Item that cannot be identified
Wires
Pale stick
Liquid and bottles

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Major factors influencing screeners

Poor or no training
Selection of security staff
Lack of supervision
Poor signs
Any display of aggressive attitude
Congested screening area
Confused screening point layout
Passenger pressure

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Major factors influencing screeners

Air carrier pressure

Pressure from seniors
Protocol requirement
Over expectation
Language difficulties
Temporary separation from earlier jobs
Time deadline for aircraft departure
Cancellation / delay of flights
Lack of facilities
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Thank You

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