Flight Operations Safety Bulletin

October 25, 2001

During a recent Safety Directors conference call several security issues were discussed. These issues are as follows.

When passing through the security screening point, comply with the security screener’s request. If you don’t believe that the screener is acting correctly or their request is not reasonable, you may discuss the request with the Ground Security Coordinator (GSC) at the checkpoint. DO NOT become belligerent or refuse to comply with the screener’s or GSC’s request. One major carrier has had two flight crewmembers, in uniform, arrested in the last three weeks. These individuals were led away from the checkpoint in handcuffs and charged with disorderly conduct. Please let your Manager or the Safety Department know about any unreasonable requests.

Flight Attendants at a code sharing partner airline report that they are being asked by passengers if their particular flight has Sky Marshals on board. If you are questioned about Sky Marshals, please tell the passenger that you do not have that information. Please don’t say "No.", "The airplane is to small." or "They only tell the Captain not us."

 

If you have any questions about security issues please contact your Manager or the Safety Department.