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Flight Training Security Program (FTSP) Information
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Claudia Culmone : May 4, 2024 3:18:38 PM
On Oct.18, 2005, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) officially reopened to general aviation traffic. Flights are permitted to/from DCA for Part 91 and Part 135 operators via the DCA Access Standard Security Program (DASSP). DASSP was developed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to ensure all DCA operators have been properly vetted and adhere to a higher level of security standards.
DASSP Application Checklist for Operators
To apply for the DASSP program as an aircraft operator and/or Fixed Base Operator (FBO), please contact the DASSP Program Office by email at DASSP@tsa.dhs.gov
DASSP Regulatory Compliance
Once your company has been confirmed for a DASSP program through TSA, you will need to complete the following steps:
1. Register your company with us, if it has not been done so already.
2. Enroll individuals that must comply with the DASSP fingerprint-based, Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) requirements.
3. Request Airman File Check by completing the authorization form and submitting it to our team. The Airman File Check is separate from the CHRC and can be ordered at any time.
4. The name-based, Security Threat Assessment shall be completed as part of the DASSP application process.
TSA Fingerprint Guidance for DASSP
The CHRC can be ordered once TSA has confirmed your enrollment into DASSP with us. The below link is a TSA guide on how to complete the fingerprinting process for the CHRC with NATACS.
DASSP Rules
Read the TSA Interim Final Rule that describes the DASSP rules.
DASSP Gateway Locations
Contacts
TSA provides contact information specific to the various DASSP requirements:
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