Practical Aviation Security
Predicting and Preventing Future Threats
- 2nd Edition - December 31, 2012
- Author: Jeffrey C. Price
- Language: English
The second edition of Practical Aviation Security is a complete guide to the aviation security system, from crucial historical events to the policies, policymakers, and major ter… Read more
Description
Description
The second edition of Practical Aviation Security is a complete guide to the aviation security system, from crucial historical events to the policies, policymakers, and major terrorist and criminal acts that have shaped the procedures in use today. The tip-of-the-spear technologies that are shaping the future are also addressed.
This text equips readers in airport security or other aviation management roles with the knowledge to implement the effective security programs, to meet international guidelines, and to responsibly protect facilities or organizations of any size. Using case studies and practical security measures now in use at airports worldwide, readers learn the effective methods and the fundamental principles involved in designing and implementing a security system.
The aviation security system is comprehensive and requires continual focus and attention to stay a step ahead of the next attack. Practical Aviation Security, Second Edition helps prepare practitioners to enter the industry, and helps seasoned professionals prepare for new threats and prevent new tragedies.
Key features
Key features
- Covers commercial airport security, general aviation and cargo operations, threats, and threat detection and response systems, as well as international security issues
- Lays out the security fundamentals that can ensure the future of global travel and commerce
- Applies real-world aviation experience to the task of anticipating and deflecting threats
Readership
Readership
Table of contents
Table of contents
Dedication
Foreword from the First Edition
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgments
Companion Website
1. Overview of the Aviation Industry and Security in the Post-9/11 World
Objectives
Introduction
Aviation Industry: An Overview
Aviation Security and Responding to Threats
Aviation Economics
Aviation Security Funding
Aircraft Operations: An Overview
Airline Management
Airline Economics
Airports: An Overview
Airport Ownership and Operation
Agencies and Organizations
Conclusion
References
2. Crime and Terrorism in Aviation: A Retrospective
Objectives
Introduction
Historical Context on Acts of Air Terror
1990–2001: A False Sense of Security
September 11, 2001
Post-9/11 Attacks
Conclusion
References
3. Policies and Procedures: The Development of Aviation Security Practices
Objectives
Introduction
International Civil Aviation Organization
U.S. Aviation Policies
Federal Government Takeover of the Screening Process
International Aviation Policies
Conclusion
References
4. The Role of Government in Aviation Security
Objectives
Introduction
Transportation Security Regulations
How Regulations are Changed
Intelligence and Intervention
Domestic and Regional Aviation Security
Conclusion
References
5. Commercial Aviation Airport Security
Objectives
Introduction
Challenge of Commercial Airport Security in the United States
Airport Security Coordinator
Airport Security Program
Access Control Systems
Incident Management
Security Tools and Considerations
Conclusion
References
6. Introduction to Screening
Objectives
Introduction
Evolution of Screening in the United States
Screening under the Transportation Security Administration
Screening Checkpoint Operations and Design
Screening: Terminal Operations and Profiling
Conclusion
References
7. Passenger and Baggage Screening
Objectives
Screening Passenger and Carry-On Baggage
Screening Checked Baggage
Special Issues in Screening
Conclusion
References
8. Commercial Aviation Aircraft Operator Security
Objectives
Introduction
Airline Security: Historical Context
Aircraft Operator Standard Security Program
Law Enforcement Operations Related to Airline Security
Aircraft Security Requirements
Airline Employee Safety
Foreign Aircraft Operations
Conclusion
References
9. General Aviation Security
Objectives
Introduction
Securing General Aviation
How 9/11 Changed General Aviation
GA Airport Security Best Practices
State of GA Security
Attempts to Secure General Aviation
Helicopter Security
Training for GA Airport Security and Law Enforcement Personnel
Alien Flight Student Program
Flight School Security Awareness Training
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Aircraft Security under General Operating and Flight Rules
Agricultural Aircraft Security
Corporate Aviation Security
DCA Access Standard Security Program
Conclusion
References
10. Air Cargo Security
Objectives
Introduction
Terrorism and Crime in Air Cargo
The Nature of Air Cargo
Known Shipper Program
Government Accountability Office on Air Cargo
Aviation Security Advisory Committee: Air Cargo
Summary of TSA Rulemaking
Unknown Shippers and U.S. Mail
Certified Cargo Screening Program
Current Air Cargo Security Measures and Issues
Conclusion
References
11. The Threat Matrix
Objectives
Introduction
Threat Matrix
Existing Threats: Aircraft Bombings, Aircraft Hijackings, and Airport Attacks
Emerging Conventional Threats
Emerging Asymmetrical Threats
Counterterrorism: Terrorism Defense Planning
Conclusion
References
12. Security Operations
Objectives
Introduction
Aviation Policing Strategies
Security Management Systems
Airport Crimes
Airport Policing Strategies
Policing General Aviation
Professional Security Officers
Red Teaming
Conclusion
References
Index
Review quotes
Review quotes
"...the depth of research and application delivered by the authors is evident...This book should be required reading for all those involved in the protection of airports, airlines, aircraft, and—above all—passengers." —Security Management, Nov 2014
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 2
- Published: January 22, 2013
- Language: English
About the author
About the author
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Jeffrey C. Price
Jeffrey C. Price is a Professor in the Aviation and Aerospace Science Department at Metropolitan State College of Denver. He is co-author of Practical Aviation Security: Predicting and Preventing Future Threats and has worked in the field for over 30 years. His company, Leading Edge Strategies, conducts the Airport Security Coordinator Training School for the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). Jeff is the original author of the Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Security program and the lead author of the Certified Member (CM) Body of Knowledge for AAAE. Jeff developed the initial airfield manager training programs for DIA, then was part of the airport’s opening in 1995. He served as the Assistant Security Director until 1998, then moved to Jefferson County Airport as the Director of Public Relations, Marketing and Property Management. He was Airport Manager at Jefferson County Airport from 1999-2002. He also served on the Colorado Aeronautics Board.