Boeing provides statement on proposed tariffs and the importance of aerospace to economic prosperity
Boeing is confident that dialogue continues. While both governments have outlined positions that could do harm to the global aerospace industry, neither has yet imposed these drastic measures. We will continue in our own efforts to proactively engage both governments and build on the recent assurances by U.S. and Chinese leaders that productive talks are […]
A4A Urges Lawmakers to Reject Unnecessary Tax Hikes on Airline Customers
-Airlines for America (A4A), the industry trade organization for the leading U.S. airlines, today urged Congress to reject increases to Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) security fees just as the administration rejected an unwarranted increase in the passenger facility charge (PFC), a move A4A strongly applauds. That said, Congress should […]
Complete biometric solutions key to streamlining airport check-in and security
How can airports streamline traveller check-in to manage the growing number of travellers, while maintaining a high level of security? Nicole Palumbo, Sales Operations Manager, FST Biometrics explains where the bottlenecks are and how they can be avoided. When a traveler reaches the airport today, he is immediately confronted by swarms of airport staff, other […]
Biometric technology program gaining momentum
This year will see significant steps taken in implementing One ID technology, IATA has said. IATA"™s latest Global Passenger Survey revealed that 64% of passengers would like to use a single biometric travel token for all travel transactions. "One ID will make this a reality," says Nick Careen, Senior Vice President, Airport, Passenger, Cargo and […]
Global security plan must be implemented quickly
IATA has urged the swift implementation by states of the first Global Aviation Security Plan (GASeP). GASeP was established by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and IATA says it has the potential to strengthen security by providing governments with a global plan to which they can align their national efforts. The […]
IATA Urges Swift GASeP Implementation
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged the swift implementation by states of the first Global Aviation Security Plan (GASeP) which was established this week by the Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). «Flying is secure, but it is also clear that aviation faces security challenges. GASeP has the potential to strengthen security […]
New passenger security checks on US-bound flights
New security measures come into force today on all US-bound flights, including stricter passenger screening before takeoff. However, passengers travelling to the United States from Dublin and Shannon may not notice any difference. The enhanced measures are being introduced to comply with US government requirements designed to avoid an in-cabin ban on laptops. Airlines say […]
Airlines around the world get ready for new US security rules from Thursday
New security measures including stricter passenger screening take effect on Thursday on all US-bound flights to comply with government requirements designed to avoid an in-cabin ban on laptops, airlines said. Airlines contacted by Reuters said the new measures, which could include short security interviews with passengers, would be in place by Thursday. They will affect […]
Australia to tighten airport security
SYDNEY Australia will introduce random searches of workers entering and inside its airports as it increases security after a recent foiled terrorism plot, officials said. «These measures strengthen existing controls to ensure airport workers are authorised, properly identified and appropriately trained before entering secure airside areas,» Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Darren Chester said in […]
American Airports Are Rapidly Improving, Report Says
The annual report ranking airport satisfaction from J.D. Power was published last week. Overall, it shows that passengers are increasingly satisfied with the American airport experience with the exception of one notable region: New York City. J.D. Power’s North America Airport Satisfaction Study annually ranks airport based on six factors including: terminal facilities; airport accessibility; […]
