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Usa: new procedures for cargo aircraft

Washington, Usa - Surprise inspections for cargo airlines

The U.S. Transport Security Authority (TSA) announced the implementation of a new security procedure which sets surprise inspections for cargo aircraft. The U.S. Minister of Defence, Tom Ridge, stated that the new measures "Are an important step to ensure the best protection possible for cargo aircraft" and asks to foreign cargo airlines to follow the same safety procedures. The inspections will be...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 55282
Rome, Italy, 11/18/2003 14:29
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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