IATA’s vision for aviation security is based on five pillars and operates within a coherent and simplified regulatory framework, in balance with facilitation.

Threat-based, risk-managed approach

Governments tend to impose unilateral security measures which respond to the latest threat. This inefficient methodology is costing the industry billions of dollars each year. IATA’s Security Management Systems (SeMS) is a more holistic approach to aviation security, with its core elements mandatory as part of IOSA registration. IATA is also convincing states to integrate SeMS into their national regulations.

Shaping the regulatory framework

Instead of working in isolation, states must pro-actively cooperate with each other and recognize each other’s measures. IATA is pushing states to adopt one-stop security - a process avoiding a second security screening for the 325 million passengers who transfer every year.

Relationship management

Building relationships is key in reducing the cost related to unnecessary security and facilitation regulations, and improving outreach of key decision-makers. GASAG and ACSIF are industry coalitions that need to be leveraged.

Innovation & Technology

In order to save the industry nearly $100 million each year, IATA will lead harmonization of technology standards.

• Innovation is needed in the field of Passenger Data requirements, like API and PNR. IATA envisages the creation of a hub system that will act as an interface between airlines and governments. This would avoid duplicating transmissions and save the airlines over $60 million per year.
• Secure Freight is built on baseline cargo security requirements and aims to set up a supply chain, end-to-end security solution for air cargo.
• Simplifying Passenger Travel gathers airlines, airports, government agencies and service providers to create a seamless travel for our the travelling public.

Cost & Efficiency

In keeping with its mission to represent the interest of its members, IATA fights to ensure that charges and initiatives imposed on the air transport industry and its passengers are fair and contribute to security as well as simplification. In addition, IATA continues to respond to the most critical needs of the air transport industry, through its network of experts from across the globe.