How Safe Are Our Skies

Author : Rodney Wallis
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2003-02-28
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780313015601

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How Safe Are Our Skies? by Rodney Wallis Pdf

The September 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon raised numerous questions about American and international aviation security. Former Director of Security of the International Air Transport Association Rodney Wallis suggests that the failure to maximize U.S. domestic air security, which left air travelers vulnerable to attack, lay largely with the carriers themselves. He contends that future policies should parallel the standards of the International Civil Aviation Organization. Wallis considers the Aviation and Transportation Security Act adopted by the U.S. Congress in the wake of September 11 and offers a modus operandi to the FAA that would enable them to maximize the benefits this legislation provides to air travelers. This important work reviews past government reactions to the threat posed by air terrorism and questions whether these were effective responses or merely window dressing. It also includes practical advice for air travelers on how to maximize their own security when flying on international routes by monitoring airport and airline security for themselves.

Author : Yee-Kuang Heng,Ken McDonagh
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009-03-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134028955

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Risk, Global Governance and Security by Yee-Kuang Heng,Ken McDonagh Pdf

This book steers discussion of the 'war on terror' away from the militaristic tinge it has acquired, back to the idea that increased global cooperation and a cosmopolitan agenda would be the best solution to managing globalised risks like terrorism.

Author : John Harrison
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 222 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9781134012367

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International Aviation and Terrorism by John Harrison Pdf

This book examines terrorism's impact on the international aviation security regime, with a focus on the role of the United States. Tracing the historical development of the international civil aviation system, the volume examines how it has dealt with the evolving security environment caused by international terrorism. It begins by exploring the practical implications of the debates over the meaning of 'terrorism' and how the international civil aviation community developed practical solutions to avoid the debilitating debates over the concept while crafting important, if weak, international conventions. As a major civil aviation power, the United States was a predominant influence in security developments in the 1960s and 1970s, yet US civil aviation policy failed to keep pace with the changing nature of the terrorist threat. The commanding position that the United States maintains in international civil aviation provides a microcosm of the promise and perils faced by the world's sole superpower. The author examines US efforts to upgrade civil aviation security in the wake of 9/11 and the impacts of these developments on the international civil aviation system. The detailed discussion of terrorism past and present places the threat in its proper context for both the international civil aviation community and its largest individual actor, the United States. This book will be of much interest to students of terrorism, aviation security, international security and IR in general. John Harrison is an Assistant Professor at the S.Rajaratnam School of International Studies and Head of Terrorism Research at the International Center for Political Violence and Terrorism Research.

Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Aviation
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Political Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105021057802

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International Aviation Policy by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Subcommittee on Aviation Pdf

Author : James J. F. Forest
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 1528 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2006-06-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9780313054143

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Homeland Security by James J. F. Forest Pdf

America is a target; the homeland is under threat. While Americans have been targets of terrorist attacks for quite some time, September 11, 2001, awoke the nation to the reality that we are vulnerable in our homes, our places of work and worship, and our means of public transportation. And yet, we must continue to function as best we can as the world's most vibrant economic and political community. The current threat environment requires greater engagement with the public, as the necessary eyes and ears of the nation's homeland security infrastructure. However, to be effective, the public must be equipped with the knowledge of where and why specific locations and activities may be a terrorist target, what is being done to protect those targets, and how they can help. This three-volume set answers that need. The chapters of each volume of Homeland Security revolve around a core of central questions. Are we safer today than we were pre-9/11? What steps have been taken in all these areas to protect ourselves? What are the threats we face, and what new threats have developed since 9/11? Are we staying one step ahead of those who wish to do us harm? In 2002, more than 400 million people, 122 million cars, 11 million trucks, 2.4 million freight cars, and 8 million containers entered the United States. Nearly 60,000 vessels entered the United States at its 301 ports of entry. Clearly the amount of activity this represents will require a long-term commitment to innovation, organizational learning, and public vigilance to complement an already overstretched network of government agencies and security professionals.

Author : John T. Bowen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-05
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781135156572

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The Economic Geography of Air Transportation by John T. Bowen Pdf

Drawing upon hundreds of mainly secondary sources, this book answers three questions: how did air transportation develop in the century after the Wright Brothers, what does it mean to live in an airborne world, and what is the future of aviation in this century?

Author : Paul Seidenstat,Francis X. Splane
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2009-08-10
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780313354540

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Protecting Airline Passengers in the Age of Terrorism by Paul Seidenstat,Francis X. Splane Pdf

When it comes to airline security, there is nothing more important than getting people to their destinations safely. Transportation security is also a key component in the overall mission of protecting the nation against terrorist attacks. But airline security is a tricky goal—how do you achieve acceptable levels of security at a reasonable cost and without unduly inconveniencing passengers or invading their privacy? That's exactly what this book is about. Experts examine the latest thinking and analyze the latest research on air passenger security, discuss current practices, and show how technology can solve myriad problems. The book will, in short, help keep us all safer when flying.

Author : Mark Garrett
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 2000 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2014-08-13
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781483346519

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Encyclopedia of Transportation by Mark Garrett Pdf

Viewing transportation through the lens of current social, economic, and policy aspects, this four-volume reference work explores the topic of transportation across multiple disciplines within the social sciences and related areas, including geography, public policy, business, and economics. The book’s articles, all written by experts in the field, seek to answer such questions as: What has been the legacy, not just economically but politically and socially as well, of President Eisenhower’s modern interstate highway system in America? With that system and the infrastructure that supports it now in a state of decline and decay, what’s the best path for the future at a time of enormous fiscal constraints? Should California politicians plunge ahead with plans for a high-speed rail that every expert says—despite the allure—will go largely unused and will never pay back the massive investment while at this very moment potholes go unfilled all across the state? What path is best for emerging countries to keep pace with dramatic economic growth for their part? What are the social and financial costs of gridlock in our cities? Features: Approximately 675 signed articles authored by prominent scholars are arranged in A-to-Z fashion and conclude with Further Readings and cross references. A Chronology helps readers put individual events into historical context; a Reader’s Guide organizes entries by broad topical or thematic areas; a detailed index helps users quickly locate entries of most immediate interest; and a Resource Guide provides a list of journals, books, and associations and their websites. While articles were written to avoid jargon as much as possible, a Glossary provides quick definitions of technical terms. To ensure full, well-rounded coverage of the field, the General Editor with expertise in urban planning, public policy, and the environment worked alongside a Consulting Editor with a background in Civil Engineering. The index, Reader’s Guide, and cross references combine for thorough search-and-browse capabilities in the electronic edition. Available in both print and electronic formats, Encyclopedia of Transportation is an ideal reference for libraries and those who want to explore the issues that surround transportation in the United States and around the world.

Author : Lim Khoy Hing
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish International Asia Pte Ltd
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-15
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9789814484879

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Life In The Skies: Everything you want to know about flying by Lim Khoy Hing Pdf

Life in the Skies is a unique compendium of tips, advice, anecdotes and tales from the storied career of life-long pilot, Captain Lim Khoy Hing. Captain Lim provides insights into every aspect of air travel – informing passengers of all the hidden mysteries of airplane safety and regulations, enlightening those who wonder how someone trains and becomes an international airline pilot, and entertaining readers throughout with anecdotes, tales and jokes from his own personal experiences in the air. Complemented with more than 40 full-colour personal illustrations of the Captain, Life in the Skies will be a valuable and useful guide for air travellers and budding-pilots alike!

Author : Jeffrey Price,Jeffrey Forrest
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 598 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-07-20
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780128043592

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Practical Aviation Security by Jeffrey Price,Jeffrey Forrest Pdf

Practical Aviation Security: Predicting and Preventing Future Threats, Third Edition is a complete guide to the aviation security system, from crucial historical events to the policies, policymakers, and major terrorist and criminal acts that have shaped the procedures in use today, as well as the cutting edge technologies that are shaping the future. This text equips readers working in airport security or other aviation management roles with the knowledge to implement effective security programs, meet international guidelines, and responsibly protect facilities or organizations of any size. Using case studies and practical security measures now in use at airports worldwide, readers learn the effective methods and the fundamental principles involved in designing and implementing a security system. The aviation security system is comprehensive and requires continual focus and attention to stay a step ahead of the next attack. Practical Aviation Security, Third Edition, helps prepare practitioners to enter the industry and helps seasoned professionals prepare for new threats and prevent new tragedies. Covers commercial airport security, general aviation and cargo operations, threats, threat detection and response systems, as well as international security issues Lays out the security fundamentals that can ensure the future of global travel and commerce Applies real-world aviation experience to the task of anticipating and deflecting threats Includes updated coverage of security related to spaceport and unmanned aerial systems, focusing on IACO (International Civil Aviation Organization) security regulations and guidance Features additional and updated case studies and much more

Author : Yee-Kuang Heng
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 131 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781317101642

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Managing Global Risks in the Urban Age by Yee-Kuang Heng Pdf

The first full-length exposition of what it terms a global city-global risks nexus, this volume crosses disciplinary boundaries to draw upon research from Security Studies; Geography; Sociology; and Urban Studies. Innovative in its approach integrating theories about Global Cities with those positing a Global Risk Society, Yee-Kuang Heng positions this research in the midst of two concurrent global trends that will gain more significance in coming years. The world is experiencing the consequences of not only rapid globalisation, but also urbanization. In 2008, the UN declared that more than half the world’s population was now urban. At the same time, highly connected global cities like New York, London, Tokyo and Singapore also face rapidly spreading global risks such as pandemics and financial crises. Unique in developing a typology of global risks that threaten a global city like Singapore, beyond its Asian focus, the book also draws out thematic and policy lessons pertinent to other global cities. ’Global cities’ do not simply materialize. They are dependent on a range of stakeholders at various levels that produce and re-produce its command and control capabilities, in the face of global risks. Singapore’s experiences managing global risks in the financial; aviation; and maritime domains are common concerns shared by many countries and cities that have, or aspire to develop, similar critical infrastructure.

Author : J. R. Bryson,P. W. Daniels
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1847205267

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The Handbook of Service Industries by J. R. Bryson,P. W. Daniels Pdf

'It contains an impressive array of important and useful material that should be familiar to anyone interested in economic growth and change. . . the potential value to be gained from these collected works is great.' – James E. Pratt, Growth and Change Service activities are now acknowledged as key players in economic development, societal change and public policy worldwide. This exciting Handbook not only contributes to ongoing conceptual debates about the nature of service-led economies and societies; it also pushes back the frontiers of current critical thinking about the role of service activities in urban and regional development and the important research agendas that remain to be addressed. Drawing on both theory and case studies, the contributors are international experts who have written original and stimulating chapters from a number of different disciplinary perspectives. Each chapter seeks to raise awareness of, and to provoke debates about, the opportunities and challenges presented by the shift to service employment. Providing a truly interdisciplinary analysis, The Handbook of Service Industries will be invaluable to scholars specializing in services research, as well as students and researchers in the areas of economics, geography, business and management, sociology, public policy and planning. The policy-making community will also find the Handbook a relevant and useful resource.

Author : Aviva Guttmann
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-20
Category : History
ISBN : 9789004356696

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The Origins of International Counterterrorism by Aviva Guttmann Pdf

In The Origins of International Counterterrorism, Aviva Guttmann analyses how Switzerland and other governments reacted to specific attacks, their efforts to institutionalize international collaboration in the area of internal security, and the establishment of a Western counterterrorism intelligence-sharing framework (1969-1977).

Author : Gus Martin
Publisher : SAGE
Page : 721 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2011-06-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781412980166

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The SAGE Encyclopedia of Terrorism, Second Edition by Gus Martin Pdf

This thoroughly updated edition with expanded coverage explores the impact of terrorism on economics, public health, religion and pop culture, and also includes details of ethical issues and debates relating to terrorism.

Author : Ali Darwish
Publisher : Writescope Publishers
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Direct broadcast satellite television
ISBN : 9780975741986

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Social Semiotics of Arabic Satellite Television by Ali Darwish Pdf

Arabic satellite television is a phenomenon that has swept the Arab world in less than two decades and is said to have dramatically changed the Arab region. It has created a world of contrasts and contradictions between tradition and liberalism and a polarization of views and opinions, all vying for dominance and control. This book examines the social semiotics of Arabic satellite television and studies the multimodal representations of Arab social and cultural values and their implied meanings in a communication medium that heavily relies on imported western models.