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Aviation Security
For more information on travel security issues, please visit our resources for Travelers.
- Air Cargo Security Programs (TSA)
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is responsible for ensuring the security of all modes of transportation, including cargo placed aboard airplanes and particularly focuses on passenger-carrying planes. - Airline Security Screening (TSA)
Highly trained Security Officers operate at over 700 security checkpoints and nearly 7,000 baggage screening areas each day. They use the latest technology and equipment combined with continually improving screening techniques. - Aviation Security Policy, National Security Presidential Directive 47 / Homeland Security Presidential Directive 16
NSPD 47/HSPD 16 details a strategic vision for aviation security while recognizing ongoing efforts, and directs the production of a National Strategy for Aviation Security and supporting plans. - Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA)
Internet-based Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) to screen Visa Waiver Program (VWP) applicants prior to traveling to the United States. - Federal Air Marshals (TSA)
Federal Air Marshals work across several law enforcement organizations, and in the air, they blend in with airline passengers and rely on their extensive training to protect the flying public. - Federal Flight Deck Officers (TSA)
Under this program, the Federal Air Marshal Service trains eligible airline flight crew members in the use of firearms to defend against hijacking attempts and other acts of criminal violence. - General Aviation
The Department of Homeland Security is working to strengthen General Aviation security to further minimize the vulnerability of GA aircraft flights being used to deliver illicit materials, transport dangerous individuals or employ aircraft as a weapon. - Redress Control Numbers
How to fill out airline paperwork requesting a Redress Number. - Secure Flight Program
Secure Flight is a behind the scenes program that streamlines the watch list matching process.
