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IATA’s strategy 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, including ICAO.

Innovation & Technology

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

This includes Secure Freight, a project built on baseline cargo security requirements aiming to set up a supply chain, end-to-end security solution for air cargo.

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.