Wed, Jul 18, 2007
Officers Aim For Program Similar To AOPA's Airport Watch
Police in the UK want to enlist the help of civilians to keep
up with the goings-on at Durham Tees Valley Airport near
Darlington.
Officers want to create a program using civilian 'spotters' that
would be, essentially, extra eyes and ears for police and airport
security officers, according to the BBC News.
Much like the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association's Airport
Watch program, the spotters would be invaluable in helping reduce
the risk of criminal or terrorist activity. Airport officials like
the idea and feel such a program would enhance overall passenger
safety.
"Durham Tees Valley Airport is welcoming an airport watch scheme
to enhance the safety of the public, which is obviously a primary
concern for all of us. Such a scheme will allow the police and
other agencies to share information more easily and effectively,"
said Airport Services Manager Nicola Baines.
Detective Superintendent Neil Malkin added, "We have thought for
some time the plane spotters who visit Durham Tees Valley may be a
very useful source of information. They are at the site on a
regular basis and could potentially be the first to spot any
suspicious activity.
"This idea has worked in other areas and if there are sufficient
numbers interested, it could be just as effective up here."
Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland MP, Ashok Kumar,
suggested Earlier this month the airport might be an appealing
target for terrorists as soldiers from nearby Catterick garrison
regularly use the facility.
The police department will conduct a program development meeting
later this month with those interested in participating.
More News
Airport Marking Aids Markings used on runway and taxiway surfaces to identify a specific runway, a runway threshold, a centerline, a hold line, etc. A runway should be marked in ac>[...]
"It is extremely difficult, if not impossible, for manned aircraft to see a drone while conducting crop-enhancing and other aerial applications at low altitudes and high speeds. We>[...]
Aero Linx: The Skyhawk Association The Skyhawk Association is a non-profit organization founded by former Skyhawk Pilots which is open to anyone with an affinity for the A-4 Skyhaw>[...]
“The T-54A benefits from an active Beechcraft King Air assembly line in Wichita, Kansas, where all required METS avionics and interior modifications are installed on the line>[...]
Aero Linx: Aerostar Owners Association The Association offers the Aerostar Owner a unique opportunity to tap an invaluable source of information concerning the care and feeding of >[...]