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Security
The aviation industry is committed to providing the highest level of security for passengers. Most security measures also aim to protect passengers, crew, and aircraft and of course people on the ground.
SAGAS
Overview
The EU’s Stakeholder Advisory Group for Aviation Security (SAGAS) is a formally constituted consultation body that meets approximately 8 times a year. Membership consists of the European Commission (DG-MOVE), Member state security representatives and Industry representatives.
Background Information Following the attacks of 911, the EU started to produce legislation to harmonise security procedures for all member states and those that have signed bi-lateral agreements to implement the same ‘base line’ standards (Norway, Switzerland and Iceland).
ECAC
Overview
The European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) (acting as the representative for the International Civil Aviation Organisation ICAO) has a standing Security Group that meets two times a year.
It is Chaired by a member ECAC state and is composed of state security representatives from all ECAC states and European trade associations concerned with aviation security. The USA and Israel are also invited to participate.
SAGAS
Overview
The EU’s Stakeholder Advisory Group for Aviation Security (SAGAS) is a formally constituted consultation body that meets approximately 8 times a year. Membership consists of the European Commission (DG-MOVE), Member state security representatives and Industry representatives.
Background Information Following the attacks of 911, the EU started to produce legislation to harmonise security procedures for all member states and those that have signed bi-lateral agreements to implement the same ‘base line’ standards (Norway, Switzerland and Iceland).