Abstract
The aviation industry is at risk of attacks from the terrorist and extremists. In the article, issues affecting aviation safety and security have been highlighted.
Introduction
Currently, the civil aviation industry acknowledges that security issues pose a serious risk to the sector. Use of ranged weapons, vandalism of aviation infrastructures, hijacking are the major threats to the industry.
Rationale and significance
Advancements in technology have made it easy for terrorist or other radical groups to target the aviation industry. Based on this, it is apparent that more study should be conducted on the topic. Through this project, up to date mitigation measures will be identified. In this regard, the project’s information would be of benefit to all the stakeholders in the aviation industry.
Literature review
The literature review will rely on five articles related to the aviation industry. The literature recognizes that the aviation industry is facing several challenges concerning its safety and security. The recent loss of a Malaysian airline is a wake-up calls to the industry players to step-up their security systems. The literature focus on modern cases where the aviation industry has been attacked. After that, the literature highlight measures to be adopted to ensure that the safety and security in the industry are enhanced.
Methodology
The methodology is an important aspect of every research. For this study, the researchers will collect their data from aviation stakeholders, employees, and clients using interviews, survey, and questionnaires.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the research paper would summarize its findings and recommendations. As such, several security measures to be adopted to enhance aviation safety and security will be highlighted.
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Hillstrom, Kevin. The September 11 terrorist attacks. Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics, 2012.
Price, Jeffrey C.. Practical aviation security predicting and preventing future threats, second edition. 2nd ed. Waltham, Mass.: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2013.