The Public Safety and Security (PS&S) Committee’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of airports by providing recommendations to industry and government for aviation safety and security policies, identifying and promoting best practices in aviation safety and security, and identifying and/or developing educational and technological resources that help accomplish airport safety and security objectives.

Leadership

Chair
Bob Boblitz
Director, Airport Security
BWI Marshall Airport

Committee Secretaries
Christopher Bidwell
(202) 861-8081

Chris Phelan
(613) 560-9302

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Airports Council and AUVSI Welcome New FAA Final Rulemaking Report on UAS Detection and Mitigation Systems

Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) and the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today welcomed this week’s release of the final report issued by the Federal Aviation […]

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport’s Kevin Dolliole Becomes Chair of Airports Council

WASHINGTON – Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Director of Aviation Kevin Dolliole became Chair of Airports Council International – North America (ACI-NA) on January 1, 2024. Dolliole was elected […]

Airports Council Congratulates Whitaker on Confirmation as FAA Administrator

“As we face these headwinds, the need for permanent leadership at FAA is essential, and ACI-NA is confident that Michael Whitaker is up for the challenge.”

Events

ACI-NA Commentary on Public Safety & Security

‘Reclaiming the Sky’ Resiliency Project Winners Announced on Sept. 11 Anniversary

Even 22 years later, the stories of esteemed aviation leaders and their response to the September 11, 2001, terror attacks continue to provide learning opportunities for the benefit of future […]

Innovating with QR Codes

By Neil Chatwood, Transportation Lead, Omnivex Corporation QR codes are not a new concept. They have been around for close to 30 years. However, the Covid-19 pandemic caused a resurgence […]

’60 Minutes’ Correspondent Scott Pelley: Aviation is a Miracle

During the 2022 ACI-NA Annual Conference in Minneapolis, Alessio Olivetti caught up with Scott Pelley, the 60 Minutes correspondent and 2022 annual conference keynote, who shared his experience as tireless […]

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