Transport Security - 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 the 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.

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:
10 February 2010

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 December 2009