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ICAO Chief Calls ID Theft a Serious Security Challenge
September 19, 2011
When Raymond Benjamin, the secretary general of the UN's International Civil Aviation Organization, addressed a recent four-day security summit in Montreal, he noted that while much has been done to harden aviation from security vulnerabilities since the terror attacks of 9/11, one key yet frequently overlooked concern is the threat of identity theft. "We first need to sharpen our focus on preventing identity fraud as we maintain our traditional emphasis on document security," Benjamin told conferees. This edition of the NBAA Flight Plan podcast has experts' tips for preventing identity theft during travel. Learn more.
As 9/11 Nears, Government and Industry Emphasize Security Vigilance
September 5, 2011
As the tenth anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks approaches, government security officials are highlighting the need for continued vigilance. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently issued guidance and resources for reporting suspicious activity. NBAA representatives, who agree with the need for heightened awareness, are also pointing out the GA community's record on security measures. "Government officials have not cited a specific general aviation concern," said Doug Carr, NBAA Vice President for Safety, Security & Regulation. "The TSA's document simply reminds industry to redouble the focus on many precautions we're taking." Following the issuance of the advisory, NBAA has once again been highlighting GA security measures for news outlets. Learn more.
State Department Report Reminds Aviation Community of MANPADS Danger
August 15, 2011
While the U.S. government, in cooperation with numerous other nations, has destroyed more than 32,500 Man Portable Air Defense Systems (MANPADS) in more than 30 countries since 2003, these highly mobile, shoulder-mounted, surface-to-air weapons remain a threat worldwide to aviation interests, according to a new report issued in July by the U.S. State Department entitled, "MANPADS: Combating the Threat to Global Aviation from Man-Portable Air Defense Systems." Learn more.
Mitigating Security Threats for Women at Home, Overseas
June 27, 2011
Have you ever found yourself surrounded by strangers in a strange place, unable to understand the language or the customs? Were you worried about your safety in those surroundings? That is often the case for the increasing number of women on either side of the cockpit door in business aviation. Jo Damato, NBAA's Director of Operations and Educational Development, is out to change that with a webinar scheduled for June 28 entitled "Women's Safety and Security: Threat Mitigation for the Traveling Female." Learn more, or listen to an episode of the NBAA Flight Plan podcast focusing on the issue.