Airport (in)Security

SecEDU Poster

Sunday, Nov 3, 2024

Poster presented at SecEDU 2024. Officially award-winning research!

Pepsi

1 minute read

STAR System

Friday, Nov 1, 2024

How the STAR system works.

Pepsi

2 minute read

Israel

Tuesday, Oct 15, 2024

Israel’s airport security system is widely regarded as one of the most robust and effective in the world, with a strong emphasis on preventing terrorism and ensuring safe and secure air travel. The system, shaped by the country’s unique geopolitical challenges, integrates multiple layers of security, blending technology and human expertise to create a system that is not only highly reliable but has also proven highly effective in preventing security breaches.

Pepsi

4 minute read

Taiwan

Monday, Oct 14, 2024

Taiwan’s geopolitical situation means that its airport security system is relatively advanced, yet constrained by its own unique set of challenges.

Pepsi

6 minute read

Known Crewmembers (US)

Wednesday, Oct 9, 2024

The Known Crewmember (KCM) system is a security screening program implemented in the United States to streamline the process of passing airline crew members through airport security. Launched in 2011, this initiative was developed as a partnership between the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), with support from Airlines for America (A4A). The system allows eligible flight crew members, such as pilots and flight attendants, to pass through expedited security checkpoints, separate from the general public, following identity verification.

Pepsi

5 minute read

Airport Identity Cards (NZ)

Tuesday, Oct 8, 2024

New Zealand runs 2 primary identification systems for their airports: Airport Identity Cards and Security Controlled Area Identity Cards.

Pepsi

5 minute read

Aviation Security Identification Cards (AU)

Saturday, Oct 5, 2024

Australian Aviation Security Identification Cards (ASICs) are a vital part of the nation’s airport security infrastructure. They are primarily used to ensure that individuals with access to restricted areas of Australian airports have been properly vetted. ASICs were introduced to provide an additional layer of security following international recommendations, ensuring that those with access to secure aviation environments do not pose security risks.

Pepsi

9 minute read

Restricted Area Identity Cards (CA)

Friday, Oct 4, 2024

A Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) is the first line of defence used by Canadian aerodromes for security and authentication. It is used for identifying and managing access to secure and airside areas at Canadian airports. The system is a sophisticated security measure mandated by Transport Canada to ensure that only authorized personnel have access to secure zones of airports. The RAIC card is not merely a physical identification card, but is embedded with advanced biometric technologies to ensure stringent access control.

Pepsi

6 minute read

ICAO Annex 17

Wednesday, Oct 2, 2024

Airport security is a critical component in ensuring safe air travel, protecting passengers, crew, and aircraft from unlawful interference. Over the years, both international and national bodies have developed robust frameworks to address evolving security threats. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) plays a central role in formulating global standards, while individual countries, such as Australia, enforce these through national regulations.

Pepsi

8 minute read

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