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Advances in Global Aviation Security

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The North American and global aviation community are beginning to prepare for sweeping changes as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is implementing enhanced security measures for all commercial flights to the United States. The DHS has established new guidelines for increased security measures to advance global aviation security. Many airport procurement departments are still trying to determine what these new security measures mean.

The enhanced security measures include but are not limited to:

1. Enhancing overall passenger screening

2. Conducting improved screening of personal electronic devices

3. Increasing security protocols around aircraft and in passenger areas; and

4. Deploying advanced technology, expanding canine screening, and establishing additional preclearance locations1.

ɕ IRD and Global Aviation Security

IRD manufactures, supplies, and integrates the most reliable and advanced technologies for airport physical and perimeter security to help airports comply with the DHS’s enhanced security measures. With thousands of passengers potentially at risk, airports need systems designed to keep traffic moving while protecting passengers from terrorist incidents. IRD works with local partners and integrators in over 60 different countries to provide airports with fully integrated physical access control systems. In an effort to streamline technology and ensure ease of use, additional protection, and enhanced communications, IRD’s team of security engineers have created the Intelligent Physical Access Control System (also known as I-PACS™).

ɕ Access Control Solutions for Inside Airports

The Intelligent Physical Access Control System can consist of the following security and defense based solutions:

• Metal Detectors: In airports, metal detectors are a critical tool for screening passengers and personnel. Advanced walk-through and hand-held metal detectors accurately locate ferrous and non-ferrous items on individuals such as weapons, contraband or prohibited items. Designed for use in high flow-rate and high-sensitivity applications and in environments affected by mechanical and electrical interferences.

• X-Ray Scanning: Dual-view X-ray scanning systems maximize throughput and enhance detection and screening at major pedestrian and vehicle entrances. The systems also help provide improved screening of personal electronic devices at airport security checkpoints. Systems are available for scanning baggage and parcels and vehicles.

• Biometrics: Biometrics systems provide airports with an extra layer of security by authenticating passengers or personnel by scanning an individual’s retina, face, handprint or fingerprint. Additionally, biometrics systems are used to calculate the amount of time it takes passengers to move from point A to their final destination. This can help with identifying opportunities for improvements to both security and efficiency.

• Turnstiles: Turnstiles prevent unauthorized access to facilities and easily integrate with biometrics and RFID systems to allow authorized personnel and visitors to enter restricted areas while keeping unauthorized individuals out.

ADVANCES IN GLOBAL AVIATION SECURITY

1 Department of Homeland Security. https://www.dhs.gov/news/2017/06/28/fact-sheet-aviation-enhanced-security-measures-all-commercial-flights-united-states

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• People Counters: People counters are used to count each entry and exit for all visitors and personnel to help monitor levels of activity of the facility. They are particularly helpful in forecasting security personnel staffing needed for any given date and time. People counters easily integrate with turnstiles to count an individual each time they proceed through a turnstile.

ɕ Access Control Solutions for Outside Airports

The following are components of IRD’s Intelligent Physical Access Control System that are used to comply with security protocols around aircraft on the airfield and in parking lots to enhance aviation security:

• Under Vehicle Inspection System: IRD’s Under Vehicle Surveillance System (UVSS) can display and record live video of the undercarriage of vehicles. For an extra layer of security, newly developed under-vehicle area scanning technology may be used with IRD’s Under Vehicle Area Scanner (UVAS). This system scans and identifies foreign objects underneath vehicles. Both systems easily integrate with biometrics, boom barriers, crash-rated barricades, and automatic vehicle identification (AVI) RFID readers.

• Gates and Barricades: Boom barriers help control the flow of traffic on the airfield and in parking lots as vehicles and personnel are screened. A crash-rated road blocker or bollard can also be controlled by security personnel to stop any hostile vehicles attempting to circumvent screening. Fixed bollards can be installed to protect pedestrian areas. These systems can be integrated with Under Vehicle Inspection Systems, Biometrics, and RFID readers to restrict entry to authenticated personnel.

• Fleet Management: An Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) solution allows airport officials and airlines to track their vehicles in real time from point A to point B and monitor fleet vehicles for safety and security. ‘Geo-fencing’ creates virtual spatial boundaries that generate alerts if fleet vehicles enter a restricted geographic area or try to leave the airport. Additionally, fleet management systems can be integrated with tamper-proof RFID tags that install on the back of parcel trucks and containers to prevent unauthorized access to parcels before loading the aircraft.

• Dynamic Messaging Signs: Optional message boards display messages above roads and entrances to provide direction to vehicle operators as they enter the airport or drive around the airfield. They can be used in connection with RFID tag readers that monitor the direction and duration of vehicles at the airport.

• Weigh-in-Motion: Weigh-in-Motion scales or sensors automatically weigh vehicles in motion as they enter the airfield or a restricted access zone. When integrated with an automated vehicle identification system and software, the empty and loaded vehicle weights can be stored for auditing purposes. If a vehicle is overweight or if a commercial truck’s weight does not match the manifest, it can be pulled over for further inspection before proceeding to its final destination.

• Automatic Vehicle Identification: Radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology is used to track vehicles equipped with active or passive transponders entering and leaving the airfield or premises. Machine vision technology such as Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) or Automatic Container Number Recognition (ACNR) is also used to identify vehicles.

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ɕ IRD Solutions

As a company with over 35 years of history in the Intelligent Transportation Systems industry, International Road Dynamics has the expertise to integrate the advanced technology used in automated access control. IRD will work with you and your team to provide you with a safe and secure turnkey solution. The benefits of selecting IRD to supply, integrate, and maintain your system include:

• Cross functional command and control (C2) of security and assets on site

• Best practices, tools, and resources that meet global aviation security standards

• A predetermined scope and schedule to minimize risks and costs associated with system integration and installation

• Access control and auditing software that seamlessly integrates with a full range of security technologies

IRD’s solutions address many of the critical security requirements in today’s global aviation community. We can help you deploy a fully integrated access control system to meet the increasing challenges in physical and perimeter security for your airport.