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TSA Security Training - Which Employees Are Required to Participate?

Posted by Brandon Bernard on Sun, Oct 31, 2021

Tags: TFSSP, Training, Fixed Base Operator, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, PCSSP, Blog, DASSP

When most of us think of TSA security training, we tend to think of all the headaches it causes. Knowing who needs to take it, what the requirements are and keeping on top of all the changes, record keeping and management of the program can be a pain for even the most experienced individuals. Over the next few months, in this blog, we will talk about ways to make this a bit easier and more manageable. We’ll start by helping you with who exactly needs training and who else should take security training courses.

Understanding the Twelve-Five Standard Security Program (TFSSP)

Posted by Brenda Stoltz on Sun, Oct 31, 2021

Tags: Fingerprinting, TFSSP, Training, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Education, Blog

With all the regulations out there in the aviation industry, it can be hard to understand the fine print. You know you need to comply with the Twelve-Five Standard Security Program (TFSSP), but you might not understand exactly what it is. So, let’s break it down.

Ways to Make Your Aviation Security Training Program More Efficient

Posted by Brandon Bernard on Wed, Oct 27, 2021

Tags: TFSSP, Training, Fixed Base Operator, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Blog, DASSP

In the last couple months we have spent some time talking about aviation security training. We have talked about who needs to take training and who is commonly forgotten. This month we focus on more of the economic consequences of training and what can be done to minimize those.

Aviation: A Transportation Method for Human Trafficking

Posted by Joe Dalton on Fri, Apr 30, 2021

Tags: Training, Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Crewmember, Private Pilot, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Operation, Education, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Individuals, Maintenance Operator, Flight Training Provider

Written by: Claudia Culmone

Human trafficking is a modern term applied to an age-old system that exploits people of all ages and backgrounds for profit or personal gratification.

The trafficking of humans can be traced back thousands of years to civilizations that include the Romans, Egyptians, Mayans, Aztecs and Chinese. During these periods, transportation of victims was primarily achieved by marching them over land on foot. In the 17^th century, traffickers used ships, transforming the institution into a global business. The dawn of aviation provided a new transportation option for traffickers – one that is still heavily used today.

General Aviation Security Guidelines for Airport Operators and Users

Posted by Joe Dalton on Tue, Jul 02, 2019

Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Crewmember, Private Pilot, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Operation, Blog, Aircraft Repair, Individuals, Maintenance Operator, Flight Training Provider

Do you know in 2004 the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) published Security Guidelines for General Aviation Airport Operators and Users? The guidelines provided general aviation (GA) operators a quick resource on topics that had only been communicated to commercial operators. In 2017, the security guidelines document was updated by the TSA’s Aviation Security Advisory Committee (ASAC) to reflect current practices.

Drones: The New Generation of Aviation

Posted by Claudia Culmone on Fri, Jan 11, 2019

Tags: Cargo Operator, Blog, Individuals

Know someone who had a drone on their holiday wish list? Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or unmanned aerial systems (UAS), attract individuals young and old: weekend hobbyists, professionals, and those seeking a new career opportunity. As industries and individuals find new ways to use them, their popularity continues to grow.

Are Retired Veterans the Answer to General/Business Aviation's Personnel Shortage?

Posted by Claudia Culmone on Mon, Nov 05, 2018

Tags: Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Blog

Military veterans, especially pilots, have long chosen to pursue a second career in civil aviation. The Washington Post, this year, reports a little more than 80 percent of U.S. civil pilots served in the military during the 1960s. Many saw the military as a gateway to an aviation career; the military provided superior training and the opportunity to fly aircraft that was second to none. Having a military background gave pilots a clear advantage over other applicants within the general aviation industry.

Today, military veterans continue to be valuable to commercial airlines and aviation operators, but the number of veterans transitioning from the military to general aviation has decreased significantly. As a result, only “a third of private-sector U.S. pilots have military backgrounds.” Why the change?

Awareness Training Saves Lives

Posted by Whitney Sigafoose on Tue, Oct 30, 2018

Tags: Training, Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Crewmember, Private Pilot, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Operation, Blog, Individuals, Maintenance Operator, Flight Training Provider

Human trafficking is a worldwide epidemic. According to the International Labour Organization, an estimated 40.3 million people are victims of modern-day slavery. Of those 40.3 million people, 24.9 million people are in forced labor and 15.4 million are in forced marriage. Contrary to popular belief, this is not just an issue overseas, it is happening right in our own backyard. The image below from the Polaris Project shows the largest hot spots for human trafficking here in the United States.

Safety vs. Security: Is there a difference?

Posted by Claudia Culmone on Wed, Jul 25, 2018

Tags: Airport, Fixed Base Operator, Crewmember, Private Pilot, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Corporate Flight Department, Operation, Blog, Individuals, Maintenance Operator, Flight Training Provider

Safety…security: they sound like they are the same thing, right? After all, they both work with the purpose of protecting someone or something from harm. So why are safety and security separated with respect to government authority and oversight?

Why and When to Adopt a Twelve-Five Standard Security Program

Posted by Bailey Wong on Thu, Apr 05, 2018

Tags: Fingerprinting, TFSSP, Cargo Operator, Aircraft Operator, Education, Blog

In the fall of 2001, four commercial airliners were turned into weapons of mass destruction, the first time in history. This event, known as 9/11, left the nation shaken to its core and generated significant changes in national security protocols and policy. One of these changes was the creation of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

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TSA Security Training - Which Employees Are Required to Participate?

Understanding the Twelve-Five Standard Security Program (TFSSP)

Ways to Make Your Aviation Security Training Program More Efficient

Aviation: A Transportation Method for Human Trafficking

General Aviation Security Guidelines for Airport Operators and Users

Drones: The New Generation of Aviation

Are Retired Veterans the Answer to General/Business Aviation's Personnel Shortage?

Awareness Training Saves Lives

Safety vs. Security: Is there a difference?

Why and When to Adopt a Twelve-Five Standard Security Program

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