The Layers of Security

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    With the increase in preventive measures, the world must address the issues of threats outside of materials and more into the realm of human choice. The threats of terrorism have been real ever since the September 11th hijacks and subsequent attacks, and aviation security has been cracking down on potential threats. Layers upon layers of security have been added throughout the years to prevent future attacks and allow passengers to remain safe and have a comfortable ride. For the purposes of this blog, we will be focusing on generalized Level 3 threats as outlined by the FAA, since they are the most recognized. These include things such as

  • Weapon displayed/used
  • Terrorist threats
  • bomb threats; use of bombs
  • hijacking
  • or anything that is life-threatening in nature.


    Now, as outlined by the TSA, they have 20 layers of security; as outlined as

  1. Intelligence
  2. Customs and Border Protection
  3. Joint Terrorism Task Force
  4. No-Fly List and Passenger Pre-Screening
  5. Crew Vetting
  6. VIPR
  7. Canine
  8. Behavior Detection
  9. Travel Document Checker
  10. Checkpoint/Transportation Security Officers
  11. Checked Baggage
  12. Transportation Security Inspectors
  13. Random Employee Screening
  14. Transportation Security Specialists-Explosives
  15. Federal Air Marshal Service
  16. Federal Flight Deck Officers
  17. Trained Flight Crew
  18. Law Enforcement Officers
  19. Hardened Cockpit Door
  20. Passengers
By using these, any threats can be prevented mainly from Canine, No-Fly, screening, and Law Enforcement. These three will all prevent most attempts, with the rest providing added security in the event something gets passed. These all are designed for any threats as it allows for all things, including persons, to be checked to the utmost scrutiny and to prevent the potential threat from getting into the cockpit or escaping during a landing.


Source:

https://www.tsa.gov/blog/2017/08/01/inside-look-tsa-layers-security

https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/AC90-103.pdf

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