Security

News and information about crew, passenger, aircraft and airport security issues.

Security

IBAC Adjusts To Effects of Covid-19

The International Business Aviation Council has turned to virtual audits for IS-BAO and IS-BAH certifications.
Safety

APG Acquisition Opens Doors for Future Growth

AFV Partners' purchase of Aircraft Performance Group will open opportunities for technological developments in flight planning and operations.
Security

Business Aircraft Operators Need to Pay Attention to Covid-19 Security and Medical Concerns

Business Aircraft Operators Need to Pay Attention to Covid-19 Security and Medical Concerns
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Charter & Fractional

Travel Restrictions Require Extra Diligence by Trip Planners

Passengers on a charter flight from the UK to France were denied entry at Marseille Airport, highlighting the complexity of current travel restrictions.
Regulations and Government

European Union Closes Borders As Flight Restrictions Tighten

The European Union's external border will be closed to most non-citizens for at least 30 days, but flight crew will still be allowed entry.
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Rotorcraft

Chilean Terrorists Allegedly Torch Air Crane

An arson attack destroyed the cockpit of an Erickson Air Crane on station in Chile.
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Security

NATA Integrates Safety 1st Training with CrewID

Participants in NATA's Safety 1st training are now eligible for a free CrewID badge that can verify their credentials and certifications.
Security

JetSolution Looks for Opportunities Amid Outbreak

The virus will likely affect the Chinese economy and others, but how much remains to be seen.
Avionics

Pilots Ill-equipped for Cockpit Cyberattacks, Says Oxford Team

Many flight deck cyberattack scenarios involve the use of only basic radio equipment.
Safety

NBAA Offers COVID-19 Flight-planning Guidance

The guidance offers considerations for operators during flight planning as well as resources for them to tap before, during and after a mission.
Charter & Fractional

COVID-19 Brings More Challenges Than Opportunities for Bizav

The COVID-19 epidemic has spurred some increased demand for private charter flights, but it has been hard for the industry to meet this demand.
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Security

Israel's Controp Seeks Fresh Markets

Coastal surveillance systems provide 'virtual fence' over the water
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Security

GAMI to Spur Tenfold Increase in Localization of Saudi Defense Spending

Goal is dramatic expansion from current manufacturing in ammunition, light weapons and armored vehicles
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Aircraft

Airbus Suspends A320 Assembly in China Due to Coronavirus

Along with Boeing and Safran, Airbus has acknowledged that measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus in China have disrupted work.
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Security

FSF Urges Nations To Follow Intl Guidance for Conflicts

FSF issued the call for adherence to ICAO guidelines In the wake of the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 in Iranian airspace.
Airlines

Suleimani Killing Raises Security Fears Over Iraq Flights

Three airlines have already suspended flights into Iraq after U.S. forces killed Iranian general Qassem Suleimani at Baghdad Airport.
Aircraft

Turkish Police Confirm Arrests in Ghosn Escape Case

Turkish police have arrested a fifth MNG Jet employee over the escape of fugitive Carlos Ghosn using two aircraft operated by the company.
Accidents

17-Year-Old Girl Crashes King Air After Joyride

A King Air 200 was substantially damaged after an unlicensed minor tried to take it for a spin and ended up crashing it into a Fresno Airport builiding.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Cybersecurity a Growing Challenge for Aviation

The aviation industry must face the growing risk of cyber attacks on its technology infrastructure, according to an Atlantic Council report.
Charter & Fractional

NetJets Launches Security Services Subsidiary

NetJets has added global security to its portfolio, initially offering security packages for Paris Le Bourget and Mexico, with plans to expand globally.
Regulations and Government

"Edge" Consolidates 25 UAE Defense Companies

New combined defense and security entity to be led by one of the UAE's leading technology entrepreneurs.
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Airports

House GOP Leaders Oppose DHS-operated C-UAS at Airports

U.S. Reps. Graves and Rogers say DHS's ability to operate C-UAS is "sorely lacking."
Security

FAA Releases Privacy Plan for ADS-B

Operators will be able to "opt-out" of flight-tracking information sharing via a web portal that is to be in place by the end of the year.
Security

How Business Aircraft Crew and Passengers Can Stay Safe on the Road

How Business Aircraft Crew and Passengers Can Stay Safe on the Road
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Safety

MedAire Previews Travel Risk Management Solution

MedAire is debuting an integrated travel risk management solution, including mitigation, tools, medical equipment, and training.
Aircraft

ACJ, Sabena Team on VIP Aircraft Self-defense

ACJ and Sabena signed at NBAA 2019 an agreement to offer infra-red countermeasure (DIRCM) self-protection systems for VIP airliners.
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Safety

FlightSafety Introduces Kidnapping Prevention Course

Atlanta-based Skydas Group leading two-day anti-kidnap course for VIPs and aircrews through FlightSafety.
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Security

Echodyne To Power C-UAS Systems at Airports

Echodyne's EchoGuard compact 3D radar sensor now integrated into SRI's airfield radar system
FBOs

Latvian FBO Adds Explosive-detection Equipment

FBO Riga has brought the passenger baggage screening process in house with the addition of specialized detection tools.
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Security

New FlightSafety Course Focuses on Thwarting Kidnapping

The two-day course comprises 15 modules to prevent successful attacks.