by Jeff Price | Sep 15, 2009 | Aviation Security, Crime and Terrorism
Whenever there is a security incident, it compels us to evaluate our existing tactics and strategies. Recently, the hijacking in Mexico, which turned out to be one man bluffing about a bomb and claiming that he and the Holy Trinity were hijacking the plane to warn of...
by Jeff Price | Sep 9, 2009 | Aviation Security, Crime and Terrorism
The recent hijacking in Mexico let’s us know that it is still possible to hijack an aircraft. In fact, there have been a few attempted hijackings each year since 9/11, but we rarely hear about them. Plus, no attempts in the U.S. since 9/11 that were valid. But,...
by Jeff Price | Jun 23, 2009 | Aviation Security, Introduction to Screening
Clear, the company that developed the Registered Traveler program in the U.S. announced today that it is ceasing operations. All Clear lanes are shutting down effective immediately. Here was the message sent to Clear users: “At 11:00 pm PST today, Clear will...
by Jeff Price | Jun 19, 2009 | Aviation Security, General Aviation Aircraft Operator Security, General Aviation Airport Security
The Office of the Inspector General released it’s report on TSA’s Role in General Aviation Security (click here for copy). In it, the Inspector General noted that the terrorism threat posed by general aviation aircraft is “limited and mostly...
by Jeff Price | May 28, 2009 | Aviation Security, Uncategorized
You will want to keep track of this one! The House is set to review H.R. 2200, TSA’s authorization bill. Part of the bill requires airport operators notify the Federal Security Director whenever local police are called to an aircraft or onto the airfield. Okay,...
by Jeff Price | May 22, 2009 | Aviation Security, Passenger and Baggage Screening
TSA made the decision to pull the puffers from screening checkpoints. Click here for the story. The question was posed to me by a local radio station as to whether the puffers, formerly known as Portal Trace Detectors, were a waste of money. My answer was: not really....
by Jeff Price | May 14, 2009 | Aviation Security, Existing and Emerging Threats, Overview of Aviation Security
Okay, the PANIC-demic is over it seems. Although the actual human impact turned out to be relatively minor in nature, the Swine Flu did serve a purpose. It likely was a precursor to much more serious issues that may be coming our way. Hopefully, it provided your...
by Jeff Price | Apr 30, 2009 | Aviation Security, Overview of Aviation Security
Authorities have confirmed that the swine flu has been diagnosed in a Colorado man who works as a baggage handler at Denver International Airport. Click here for the story. Also, the FAA has issued a Safety Alert for Operators. There is a checklist of actions you can...
by Jeff Price | Apr 29, 2009 | Aviation Security, Overview of Aviation Security
It’s here folks – the swine flu. The Centers for Disease Control have issued a level 4 pandemic alert (the World Health Organization has it at 5), which means that there is an increased risk of swine flu but does NOT mean it will necessarily get to the...
by Jeff Price | Apr 21, 2009 | Aviation Security, Uncategorized
On the 10th anniversary of Columbine, I’ve been reading Dave Cullen’s excellent book on the subject and having some insights as related to airport security. First, my personal connection to Columbine was as a Jefferson County public information officer for...
