"Terrorism Tradecraft is republished with permission of Stratfor." This item from the on-line strategic subscription-based intelligence group Stratfor is a digest of information that I used to teach in several courses on Homeland Security and Terrorism. In the Aviation Security or AVSEC realm, some of this theory, case studies and history are also treated in the excellent Aviation Security Courses that I am privileged to facilitate and instruct through the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Training and Development Institute.
According to International Civil Aviation Law, threat assessments and risk analysis and aviation security measures in general are outlined in Annex 17 of the UN Agency International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). National governments of signatory nations are required to provide security standards and governments share implementation of these standards through various authorities and organizations with airports and airlines - ultimately, however the airline is responsible for the safety and security of its passengers. This fact on ultimate responsibility is the main reason on board jokes about security, hijacking or verbal disputes on rules with cabin crew are likely to have adverse consequences for unwary, ignorant or arrogant passengers.
Knowledge of Terrorism Tradecraft is also essential for those charged with protecting railroad systems - booth passenger and freight, cruise ships, public mass transit, ports, and increasingly hotels and resorts. Part of my consulting is based on collaborating those so charged so that our means of travel will be safe,secure, and yes - comfortable. Of course, you are part of that equation - you need to be aware of your surroundings and where you are going.
I will be going over some of these issues in this blog, and of course, as a former travel agent, air charter employee, and government aviation, maritime and rail analyst will be offering my opinions on how to travel and fly right and how airlines especially can improve their customer service and their bottom line. Stay tuned.
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