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TSA Releases New Security Guidelines for General Aviation Airports

Agency Outlines Targeted Security Enhancements for Wide Range of GA Airports

Rear Adm. David M. Stone, Acting Administrator for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), announced Monday the release of the TSA's "Security Guidelines for General Aviation Airports." The guidelines are intended to provide US general aviation (GA) airport owners, operators and users with a set of federally endorsed security enhancements and methods for implementation.

TSA GA Security: Reaction

Some Like It, Some Say It Could Have Been Worse

How does the aviation industry react to the TSA's recommendations on GA airport security?

California Airport Managers And Airport Users Join Forces

In an aviation historical first, California's airport managers and airport users have joined forces to preserve and promote California's 250 public airports. The airport managers, represented by the Association of California Airports, and the airport users represented by the California Pilots Association, have formed a joint political action committee.

Sometimes They Do Get It Right

AOPA Praises Texas Newspaper For Spelling Out GA Advantage

While some TV stations were beating up general aviation last week, other media were telling a pretty great story. Consider this: "Being an airline passenger means costly tickets, long lines, longer delays and a bag of nuts not including the ones seated ahead of, beside and behind you. Being a pilot means go-when-you-want, surprisingly affordable travel to your favorite outdoor destinations."