Introduction to Aviation Security – ACI online

Summary

The Introduction to Aviation Security course explores the history of aviation security and how major incidents have impacted and shaped airport security practices. 

It outlines the organizations involved in aviation security around the world and explores how international standards are met by countries, and national obligations are met by aviation industry participants, especially airports. 

The course also addresses the differences and similarities between safety and security practices and the roles and responsibilities of security related personnel at airports.

This course can be taken as part of the Certificate in Airport Security for those wishing to deepen their understanding of the key concepts and best practices associated with airport security and gain the knowledge required to address modern airport security challenges.

Target Audience

• Airport security personnel, supervisors, and managers
• Airport Security Committee members
• Airport personnel interested in better understanding aviation security
• Anyone interested in a career in airport security
• Suppliers and service providers with security responsibilities at an airport (e.g. airport security providers, ground handlers, etc.)

Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Explain how aviation security has evolved in response to past incidents
• Recognise current and emerging threats to civil aviation
• Explain unlawful interference and the main aviation security requirements
• Understand the role of international and national aviation security frameworks
• Identify key airport security organisations, roles and responsibilities
• Explain the principles of a layered airport security system
• Recognise the main security measures applied at airports

Additional information

These training modules are delivered through the strengthened collaboration between AHLEX and OLC.aero, combining both organisations’ expertise to provide a high-quality e-learning experience.