NCJ Number
85405
Journal
Security Management Volume: 26 Issue: 8 Dated: (August 1982) Pages: 103-108
Date Published
1982
Length
6 pages
Annotation
An analysis of the nature and extent of security threats to corporate aircraft is followed by recommendations on measures to be included in an aviation security program.
Abstract
General aviation aircraft were involved in 40 hijacking incidents between May 1961 and January 1, 1982. Corporate aircraft are also vulnerable to extortionists, kidnappers, terrorists, and other criminals. The criminal use of explosives is potentially even more dangerous and difficult to prevent than hijackings. Sabotage, vandalism, and aircraft or avionics thefts are also concerns. Corporate security managers, corporate aviation departments, pilots, and crew members should all be involved in improving aviation security. When the plane is on the ground, crew members should challenge anyone who approaches the aircraft, monitor any servicing of the plane, park the plane in a designated secure area at the airport, and establish a communications system to be used between the crew at the airport and any passengers if the crew receives a threat. The use of alarm systems using electromagnetic switches is also recommended. The development of a corporate aviation security program should begin with an assessment of the threat to the individual corporate aviation activities. Other steps should include an indepth security survey, preparation of a comprehensive program to correct deficiencies, provision of financial and organizational support for the program, and implementation of the program. Photographs and a table are included.