What is an Aviation Security Officer?
The aviation security officer has a central role in every company that participates in the so-called ‘secure supply chain’: From the manufacturer as a known consignor, through freight forwarders or warehouse keepers as regulated agents, to the air carrier and the airports and their known and regulated suppliers.
The aviation security officer is responsible within the company for the implementation of and compliance with aviation security regulations. What sounds simple in theory is actually quite complex in practice. Aviation security officers must be trained in accordance with the EU regulation and national requirements and undergo further training at regular intervals. When appointing and providing these persons, a background check (ZÜP) must also be carried out in accordance with Section 7 LuftSiG.
