Mon, Apr 07, 2014
Launch Of 40th Site, 15 Million Crewmember Screenings
The Known Crewmember (KCM) program has established its 40th location; General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) in Milwaukee. As a result of successful partnerships among A4A, ALPA and the TSA, KCM has evolved into a robust nationwide program with 15 million crewmember screenings since the inception of the program. In celebration of the 40th site an infographic was released that highlights the success of the KCM program as well as the benefits for both crewmembers and the traveling public.
“Identity-based programs such as Known Crewmember enhance the screening process, strengthen our partnerships with aviation stakeholders and allow our officers to focus on those who present a greater risk to aviation security,” said TSA Administrator John. S. Pistole (pictured).
“A4A and its U.S. airline members are pleased to continue our partnership with ALPA and TSA to further advance the KCM program that improves security and reduces passenger-screening congestion,” said A4A President and CEO Nicholas E. Calio. “The expansion of risk-based programs like KCM is making travel easier for our passengers and employees and, we look forward to a continued rollout at airports nationwide.”
ALPA President Capt. Lee Moak said, “KCM has allowed TSA to refocus security resources, increase efficiency in security screenings and significantly reduce wait times in security lines for both pilots and the traveling public. As this program continues to expand, we look forward to even more time and cost savings as the industry moves toward risk-based security.”
The testing of risk-based screening for flight crews began in 2011 and was approved by the TSA for expansion in 2012.
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