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Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Homeland Security. Subcommittee on Transportation Security and Infrastructure Protection
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Published: 2008
Total Pages: 96
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: National Research Council
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 1999-11-23
Total Pages: 89
ISBN-13: 0309172438
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This report assesses the operational performance of explosives-detection equipment and hardened unit-loading devices (HULDs) in airports and compares their operational performance to their laboratory performance, with a focus on improving aviation security.
Author: Cathleen A. Berrick
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2006-03
Total Pages: 98
ISBN-13: 9781422304426
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →In 2004, an estimated 23 billion pounds of air cargo (AC) was transported within the U.S., about a quarter of which was transported on passenger aircraft. Within the Dept. of Homeland Security, the Transportation Security Admin. (TSA) is responsible for ensuring the security of commercial aviation, incl. AC. To evaluate the status of TSA's efforts to secure domestic AC, this report examined: (1) the extent to which TSA used a risk management approach to guide decisions on securing AC; (2) the actions TSA has taken to ensure the security of AC & the factors that may limit their effectiveness; & (3) TSA's plans for enhancing AC security & the challenges that TSA & industry stakeholders face in implementing these plans. Illustrations.
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Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 94
ISBN-13: 1428932232
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Cathleen A. Berrick
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1428939083
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Cathleen A. Berrick
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
Published: 2009-03
Total Pages: 17
ISBN-13: 1437908551
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Since its inception in Nov. 2001, the Transportation Security Admin. (TSA) has focused much of its efforts on aviation security, and has developed and implemented a variety of programs and procedures to secure the commercial aviation system. TSA funding for aviation security has totaled about $26 billion since FY 2004. This Congressional testimony focuses on TSA¿s efforts to secure the commercial aviation system through passenger screening, strengthening air cargo security, and watch-list matching programs, as well as challenges that remain. It also addresses crosscutting issues that have impeded TSA¿s efforts in strengthening security. Includes recommendations. Illustrations.
Author: United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
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Published: 2004
Total Pages: 24
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DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Author: Jennifer Zellan
Publisher: Nova Publishers
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 156
ISBN-13: 9781590338704
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Following the terrorist attacks of September 11th 2001, there has been a plethora of legislation and acts resulting in security screening of airline passengers and their baggage to the deployment of newer and more updated security technologies, aimed at closing this alarming gap in security. This new book examines additional proposals and actions not only from Congress, but the FAA as well. Contents: Preface; Aviation Security Technologies and Procedures: Screening Passengers and Baggage; Selected Aviation Security Legislation in the Aftermath of the September 11 Attack; Vulnerabilities in, and Alternatives for, Pre-board Screening Security Operations; Terrorist Acts Demonstrate Urgent need to Improve Security at the Nations' Airports Operations; Weaknesses in Airport Security and Options for Assigning Screening Responsibilities; Vulnerabilities and Potential Improvements for the Air Cargo System; Transportation Security Administration Faces Immediate and Long-Term Challenges; Registered Traveller Program Policy and Implementation Issues; Index.
Author: Jeffrey Price
Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
Published: 2012-12-31
Total Pages: 503
ISBN-13: 012391485X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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. 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
