Aviation
The Transport Security and Contingencies team (TRANSEC) has a responsibility to ensure the security of passengers, workers and cargo in airports and during transit. This section provides details about the work undertaken in this area, together with a list of aviation related agencies that are regulated by the Department for Transport.
With effect from 7 January 2008, the one item restriction will no longer apply at certain airports.
Airport security
This section contains information on the security of airports in tne United Kingdom.
Air cargo security
Information on the security of air cargo at airports and in transit.
Aviation domestic
Information on security at domestic airports, including prohibited articles and FAQs.
Alexander Litvinenko: Aircraft tests
The investigation into the death of Alexander Litvinenko has been extended to include a number of aircraft.
- Published:
- 30 November 2006
Listed aviation security service providers
Information about the listing of aviation security providers including an application form, frequently asked questions and the list of DfT approved aviation security providers.
List of DfT regulated agents
This is a list of aviation related agencies that are regulated by the Department for Transport.
- Published:
- 30 January 2006
- Last update:
- 17 July 2008
Aviation Security Training
The aim of the course is to provide aircrew aviation security instructors with the necessary information to enable them to train flight and cabin crews on aviation security.
- Published:
- 24 October 2004
- Last update:
- 07 July 2008
For related documents, pages and internet links, see the column on the right.
