...hijacked four passenger jets. The members of this group were able to pass through airport security with box cutters and “explosives” (this has never been proven to date), to board the passenger jets that would be used in the attack that day. Once the terrorists had taken over the jets in mid-flight, they re-routed the jets to their intended targets. Two of the jets crashed into the World Trade Center in New York. One of the jets was able to hit the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. and the last jet never made it to its intended target because of the brave passengers on board that day. The passengers were able to take back control of the jet from the hi-jackers and the jet was crashed into a field near Shanksville, Pennsylvania (9/11: timeline of events, 2013). Immediately following these attacks, a nationwide shut down of all aircraft was issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) (Hoffman, 2011, Roberts, 2011, and Hoyer, 2011). This nationwide shut down began to slowly lift on September 12, 2001; this was when the planes that were re-routed the day before were allowed to travel to their intended destinations. By September 15, 2001 most airports were allowed to re-open with new safety rules and regulations. When George W. Bush signed into law the Aviation and Transportation Security Act (ATSA) in November of 2001, this helped to establish the agency of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA),...
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...Airport Security Abstract Through the history of aviation the significance of airport security has progressively increased. Since the catastrophic terrorist attack of September 11, 2001, many changes have taken place at airports to prevent such an attack from occurring again. The purpose of this paper is to: outline airport security procedures, discuss the different technologies involved with airport security, as well as examine the components of airport security. In addition I will also discuss the Transportation Security Administration’s role in our nation’s airport security. Airport Security Airport Security is an essential of life both in America and throughout the world. Without airport security our airports would not be able to function and terrorist attacks like those of September 11th, 2001, would be more common. Passengers would be afraid to fly in fear of such a terrorist attack happening again. The airline industry would lose more revenue from lost ticket sales. Then the airports themselves would lose money from the lack of passengers boarding through their gates. Finally this lack of security would trickle down to the entire economy not only in the communities surrounding the airport and aviation industry, but to the nation’s economy as well. To keep this economic failure associated with another terrorist attack from happening, our nation must take the appropriate measures to prevent it. “Airport security procedures are designed to deter...
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...only in few decades ago that it has been getting stronger and to influence our daily lives with any costs. In our report, we will explain more details about the relationship of terrorism and transportation. Transportation has always been a target or method for terrorism to transfer their message to the public. While transportation keeps economic moving, nationally and globally, business relies on transport and transport systems at every level no matter transferring goods, transporting customers or staff commuting. From jet airliners to mass transit buses and rail terminals, vehicles and transport facilities are all-too familiar targets of terrorist attacks in all country and abroad. The impact of large-scale disruption of transport infrastructures can be critical for national and global business because transport systems have long been viewed as targets for terrorists groups worldwide. Also we will elaborate more on how terrorism can be spread or being use through the four methods of transportation like rail, road, aviation and maritime. For the incident strikes on the World Trade Center (WTC) in New York on September 11, 2001, this has exposed critical security flaws within the United States transportation system which required urgent attention. The first attack on public transportation involving weapons of mass destruction occurred in 1995 when the Japanese doomsday cult Aum Shinrikyo released sarin gas into the Tokyo subway system. Then we will explain about what are the...
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...Private Contractor versus Government-Operated System on Aviation Security Travis Park Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University ASCI 202: Intro to Aeronautical science I. Summary: Throughout the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, the government developed its security system by introducing inspection devices, canine teams, and etc. However, on September 11, 2001, the most terrible tragedy has changed the United States. It was the most shocking moment in the history, and it changed the whole security system in aviation industry. The Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2011 (ATSA) was passed, and the federal government created Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and gave direct responsibility of aviation and airport security to TSA. Although the government has done its best for aviation security, the government-owned system has its pros and cons. This research paper would discuss the pros and cons of security system between private contractor and government-owned system. II. Problem: The United States called for more effective security system on the aviation industry, which ensures the safety and protect the country. However, the government agencies do not always succeed its efficiency and created many loss compare to private sector. The ATSA required TSA to run a two-year long pilot program, culminating the Screening Partnership Program (SPP), which allowed airports have private contractors for its security personnel and maintain issue that operate under the TSA requirements...
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...Aviation Law Section 8.) Administrative Agencies Assignment: Administrative Agencies Introduction As the aviation industry and environment has evolved over the years, the importance of administrative agencies has increased. Some of the driving forces behind this change in importance include the rapid development of new technologies, the desire to increase safety, and environmental concerns such as increased efficiency. Instructions For this assignment, complete the following: Research the roles of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and Department of Transportation (DOT). Answer the following questions: 1. Explain the role of the FAA and why you think it is or isn't necessary. 2. Explain the role of the NTSB in aviation and why you think it is or isn't necessary. 3. Explain the role of the DOT in aviation and why you think it is or isn't necessary. 1. Explain the role of the FAA and why you think it is or isn’t necessary. Answer: The FAA was not always known as the FAA. It sprung up as a result from the Civil Aeronautics Act by relieving its responsibilities from the Commerce Department and formed its own Civil Aeronautics Authority. Roosevelt later divided the agencies into the Civil Aeronautics Administration and Civil Aeronautics Board in 40’s. As a result of jet travel and accidents the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 brought forth the FAA. The main roles of the FAA is to regulate air transportation...
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...new legislation to increase air passenger safety. In 2001, President Bush signed into law the Aviation and Transportation Security Act (ATSA). This act established a new Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which consolidated security efforts inside the Department of Transportation . In addition, the ATSA mandated several important changes in civil aviation security procedures. The two primary changes in airport security visible to passengers were the federalization of passenger security screening at all U.S. commercial airports, and the requirement to begin screening all checked baggage. The ATSA charged the TSA with overseeing security operations...
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...Introduction. In the following discussion I will be detailing the various changes that have taken place regarding aircraft and airport security and regulation as a result of the horrific terrorist attacks on 11 September, 2001. This day was perhaps the single most influencial day in aviation since the advent of flight at Kitty Hawk in 1903. September 11th brought to light many vulnerabilities present in the modern air travel system. The attacks also changed the way the world approaches air travel and the safety issues present when traveling by aircraft. The September 11th attacks showed that crime targeting mass casualties had become an epidemic that had spread to our vital transportation system (1). Air travel plays an important role in the...
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...Changes in Aviation Since 9/11 Attacks Kristopher Preston Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Changes in Aviation Since 9/11 Attacks Introduction The September 11th terror attacks were a sequence of four attacks by al-Qaeda terrorists on the United States. They were carried out by al-Qaeda, an Islamic terrorist group. The terrorist attacks were launched in New York City and in the metropolitan area in Washington D.C on Tuesday, 11 September 2001. 19 al-Qaeda terrorists commandeered four planes and flew them into buildings in suicide attacks. Among the planes that were hijacked, were United Airlines Flight 175 and American Airlines Flight 11. These planes were crashed into the South and North towers of the World Trade center, respectively. American Airlines Flight 77 was crashed into the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense, widely known as The Pentagon. The fourth plane was United Airlines Flight 93. Despite being targeted at Washington, D.C, its passengers tried to overcome the hijackers and ended up being crashed into an open field in Pennsylvania. The attacks killed approximately 3000 people. Among them included all 19 hijackers and the 227 passengers who were aboard the four planes. The 9/11 terrorist attacks are considered the most fatal case for firefighters in United States history. The bipartisan Commission was given the mandate of researching and presenting its conclusions, findings and recommendations that would ensure that a similar scenario...
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...Invasive Security: Does it Work Bruno Gerardo Introduction to Canadian Aviation (MOS 1022F) Dr. Suzanne Kearns 23 November, 2011 Abstract On September 11, 2001, the world watched in terror as America was under attack. As a result of these events, the aviation industry was restructured to improve reliability and security of commercial air travel. Although the new security changes have improved the overall safety of air travel, concerns have been raised that the changes introduced are invasive to privacy, and are an infringement of individual rights. Biometric and advanced imaging technology have been criticized for this reason, however, they have been effective at preventing further terrorist attacks. The purpose of this paper is to analyze the security measures that have been introduced as a result of September 11th 2001, and evaluate the effectiveness of the changes and how they impact both safety and privacy. Keywords: Biometrics, Advanced imaging technology, September 11 Invasive Security: Does it Work On September 11, 2001, the world watched in terror as America was under attack. Early that morning, four commercial airliners departed from Newark and Boston with arrivals at San Francisco and Los Angeles were taken over by nineteen hijackers (National Commission, 2004). Two of these aircrafts collided with the Twin Towers in New York City resulting in the destruction of both buildings. An additional aircraft flew into the Pentagon in Washington D.C, and...
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...Journal of Air Transportation Vol. 10, No. 3 -2005 STUDY RESULTS ON KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY-LEVEL AIRPORT OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT PERSONNEL Stephen M. Quilty Bowling Green State University Bowling Green, Ohio ABSTRACT This paper identifies important topical knowledge areas required of individuals employed in airport operations and management positions. A total of 116 airport managers and airfield operations personnel responded to a survey that sought to identify the importance of various subject matter for entry level airport operations personnel. The results from this study add to the body of research on aviation management curriculum development and can be used to better develop university curriculum and supplemental training focused on airport management and operations. Recommendations are made for specialized airport courses within aviation management programs. Further, this study identifies for job seekers or individuals employed in entry level positions those knowledge requirements deemed important by airport managers and operations personnel at different sized airports. INTRODUCTION In a speech given at the fifth annual General Aviation Forecast Conference, then University Aviation Association (UAA) President James E. Crehan called upon the aviation industry to define future personnel needs in terms of entry level qualifications and experiences so that UAA member institutions could respond to those needs. Previously, Lehrer (1992) had brought to the...
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...Eleven days after the 9/11 terrorist attack, Homeland Security was developed. Many people were frightened that another similar attack would happen soon, and they wanted a change in security around all areas. The White House knew they needed a new system and then appointed Tom Ridge to be the director of Homeland Security. Homeland Security was just beginning to rise and so were the security policies. President George W. Bush stated in a speech, "It's a memory of tragedy and shock, of loss and mourning. But not only of loss and mourning; it's also a memory of bravery and self-sacrifice and the love that lays down its life for a friend, even a friend whose name it never knew." (George W. Bush) His speech was directed towards the friends and families...
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...Dr. Timothy Smith PAD 540 International Public Administration Shana Chew February 16, 2015 Policy analysis is the process of researching or analyzing programs to give policy makers specific information about the range of available policy options and their advantages and disadvantages (Denhardt & Denhardt, 2009). The sources of this difficulty can be and are communication between the external and internal departments. Two ways an organization may attempt to overcome are: developing alternatives and updating existing policies. News media influences behavior around the world. Just go back to the last 40-50 years to see the how the activity in the United States has dropped as the media has infrastrated our society. News media in public policy plays the role of watchdogs (Birkland, 2011). Their actions consist of persuading and influencing another to some course of action or the acceptance of something. The primary function of news media is agenda setting. Equally important, news media intertwines with institutional attention. Even though, unofficial actors such as interest groups and news media are not required to participate in public policy there are equally important. “The way people, groups, and the press participate in public life has evolved and grown with the nation” (Birkland, 2011, p.108). Interest groups strive to change public opinion and politician views on certain topics. Information is the most important resource that...
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...Airport Security Cade Andrew Howe Embry riddle University Airport Security Aviation security is the techniques and methods used to provide safety to passengers at airports across the globe. Millions of people pass through various airports every day. This can lead to imminent terrorist strikes that can kill hundreds of people. The ability to use a hijacked plane as a weapon is something terrorists aim to achieve. This act of terrorism was accomplished on September 11, 2001 when several terrorists successfully hijacked three commercial planes in America. Since this day, the Transportation Security Administration implemented different layers of security throughout the country to ensure this act of terrorism never happens again. The main goal of the TSA is to reassure the traveling public that they are safe and to protect airports. Airports have changed mainly to government run enterprises. Therefore roads, bridges and other transportation related projects being funded by the government have done the public good. However, privatizing an airport through security and management has its benefits as well such as lowering the government’s budget and improving efficiency and competition. Private management can reorganize the airports costs and revenues thus funding more for security, increasing revenue and cutting costs. With government owned aviation security privately owned airports has been found to be a better solution to government controlled. After TSA’s takeover in 2001...
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...2001 the nations’ security has been a hot topic, not only in politics but in the everyday life of Americans. Airports are an obvious location for the substantial discussion over the effectiveness of security measures in the nation. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created to address the concerns created by the terrorist’s attacks in New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia. Congress passed and signed into law the Aviation and Transportation Security Act on November 19, 2001 which is the legislation creating the TSA. The stated mission of the TSA is “protect the nation’s transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce”. However, with any focus on the news or current events would be able to identify that the TSA has failed to fulfill their objectives....
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...Running Head: AIR CARGO SECURITY ISSUES Air Cargo Security Issues Following the 9/11 Act Abstract In August 2007, the Implementing the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007 was signed into law requiring the Department of Homeland Security to establish more stringent procedures for the security screening of air cargo. The law required that by February 2009, 50 percent of all air cargo on passenger aircraft would be security screened, and by August 2010, all air cargo traveling on passenger aircraft must be 100 percent screened individually. The requirement presents numerous logistical, financial, and technological challenges to airlines and all entities involved in air cargo shipping. The Transportation Security Administration has lessened some of the burden by creating the Certified Cargo Screening Program, enabling the screening of cargo by certified shippers prior to aircraft delivery. On August 3, 2007, President Bush signed the Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007, commonly known as the 9/11 Act, into law. The Act required the Transportation Security Administration to establish a system for the 100 percent security screening of all cargo transported on passenger aircraft within three years. Additionally, the 9/11 Act required that 50 percent of air cargo would be screened on passenger aircraft by February, 2009. Air cargo handlers in all aspects of the logistical arena have responded well to the 50% mandate, but the 100% requirement...
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