Unlocking Career Success in Airport Management: Insights on the AAAE Certified Member (C.M.) Program
As a Professor at the Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Department of Aviation and Aerospace Science and owner of Leading Edge Strategies, I have had the privilege of helping many students and professionals prepare for the Certified Member (C.M.) exam...
The Unseen Shield: What We Lose If We Dismantle the TSA
The bill has finally been introduced to abolish the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). On the surface, it’s an appealing soundbite—more efficiency, less government oversight, and the promise of returning to a “simpler time” in aviation. But from where I...
Dangerous Liaisons: Why Abolishing the TSA Would Take Us Backwards in Aviation Security
Recently, two U.S. Senators proposed a sweeping—and deeply misguided—plan to abolish the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), replacing it with privatized screening managed by airports. While the proposal may sound efficient on paper, as someone who has...
Evolving Airport Security Measures: What Passengers Can Expect
As an aviation security specialist with over three decades of experience, I’ve observed firsthand the dynamic nature of airport security protocols. Since the events of 9/11, travelers have adapted to various procedures—removing shoes, limiting liquids, and...
