Chapter 16: Security - Law and Customs Enforcement in the Airline Industry
While most of our security information is considered "sensitive," most of our resources can be built upon from the websites listed below.
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Charged with protecting the United States from foreign security threats while also facilitating lawful trade.
The USDA is charged with ensuring that foreign bacteria/species do not enter the country.
The DHS is the main organization that secures the United States from all threats.
The TSA is the main government body that is charged with the security of the air transportation system in the United States.
KCM is the program by which crewmembers are allowed an alternative path through security.
The FFDO program is a means by which flight deck crewmembers can become certified to carry firearms while on duty to protect the aircraft.
Check this website as well as the US State Department website for travel advisories in the EU.
