AIRCRAFT SECURITY RULES, 2022

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• The Union Ministry of Civil Aviation has notified the draft Aircraft Security Rules, 2022 which empower the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) to impose penalties of up to ₹1 crore on airports and airlines for violation of security measures.
  • The draft rules were notified on 10th November, and the Ministry has invited stakeholder comments for 30 days.

Key Provisions of the Draft

• The BCAS can impose a fine of ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore (depending on the size of the company) on airports and airlines if they fail to prepare and implement a security programme, or if they initiate functions without seeking a security clearance.
  • Large airports can also face a penalty of ₹1 crore if they fail to plan the design and layout of the airport following the National Civil Aviation Security Programme.
• Individuals will also face penalties ranging from ₹1 lakh to ₹25 lakh depending on the nature of the offence.
• The BCAS will also be able to suspend or cancel an entity’s airport security clearance and security programme.
• To deal with cyber security threats, each entity needs to protect its information and communication technology systems against unauthorised use and prohibit disclosure of sensitive aviation security information.
• It authorizes airports to engage private security agents instead of CISF personnel at “non-core areas”.
• It will ensure an effective aviation security system in the country.

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