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Practical Aviation Security 2e : Predicting and Preventing Future Threats - Jeffrey Price

Practical Aviation Security 2e

Predicting and Preventing Future Threats

By: Jeffrey Price

Hardcover | 22 January 2013 | Edition Number 2

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The second edition of Practical Aviation Security is a complete guide to the aviation security system, from crucial historical events to the policies, policymakers, and major terrorist and criminal acts that have shaped the procedures in use today. The tip-of-the-spear technologies that are shaping the future are also addressed.

This text equips readers in airport security or other aviation management roles with the knowledge to implement the effective security programs, to meet international guidelines, and to responsibly protect facilities or organizations of any size. Using case studies and practical security measures now in use at airports worldwide, readers learn the effective methods and the fundamental principles involved in designing and implementing a security system.

The aviation security system is comprehensive and requires continual focus and attention to stay a step ahead of the next attack. Practical Aviation Security, Second Edition helps prepare practitioners to enter the industry, and helps seasoned professionals prepare for new threats and prevent new tragedies.

  • Covers commercial airport security, general aviation and cargo operations, threats, and threat detection and response systems, as well as international security issues
  • Lays out the security fundamentals that can ensure the future of global travel and commerce
  • Applies real-world aviation experience to the task of anticipating and deflecting threats
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"Have you ever wondered how we came to be where we are now in aviation security? Have you wondered where aviation security is going? If so, then you will likely find your answers in the textbook by Professor Price and Dr. Forrest, Practical Aviation Security: Predicting and Preventing Future Threats.The text provides readers with a thoughtful analysis of aviation and the security function."--General Aviation Security Magazine, page 11

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