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Air Cargo Security

Airlines, freight forwarders, ground handlers and logistics operators implement air cargo security to prevent unauthorized access, damage, theft and sabotage.

Last updated: 8 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

Source: https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo-security/

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Airlines, freight forwarders, ground handlers and logistics operators implement air cargo security to prevent unauthorized access, damage, theft and sabotage. It encompasses restricted-area access controls, staff vetting, cargo screening and documented chain-of-custody procedures throughout transport. Regulatory requirements stem from IATA standards, national aviation authorities (EASA, FAA, CASA) and international conventions such as the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts against the Safety of Civil Aviation. In practice, this means sealed containers, secure storage facilities, continuous monitoring and enhanced procedures for sensitive or hazardous shipments.

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