Corporate Aircraft Security Workshop
By Jerry Heying, CPP, PPS President and CEO International Protection Group LLC Corporate Aircraft Security Workshop
Intro to EPI and History Intro to Dr. Richard W. Kobetz Intro to Instructors, Students Workshop: Introduction, Overview, and Refresher Corporate Aircraft Security Workshop
Intro to EPI and History Intro to Dr. Richard W. Kobetz Intro to Instructors, Students Workshop: Introduction, Overview, and Refresher Introduction to Executive Protection Institute
Established 1978 (current owner 2009) Oldest and Most recognized EP School PEP 7 Day Program, 100+ Hours Theory, Tabletop exercises, Practical 15-20 SME Instructors per class Nine Lives Associates-Annual Conf Jerry Heying, CPP, PPS, CST EPI Executive Director
• Started Security Career 1977 Security Management • Executive Protection Private Family • Started IPG/IPSA 1989 • Have worked in 50 states and 60+ countries-World Tours • Specialize in Special Event Security and Executive Protection • Attended EPI ‘96. Became Instructor ‘97. Bought ‘09 • CPP 1989, ASIS EP Council Vice Chair, Past F&LS Chair • Firearms, Protection Driving, and EP Instructor IPSA-IPG-EPI Introduction
• Overview for Personal Protection Specialist • Based on practical experience and domestic and international tours • If a Principal uses or owns a corporate aircraft, it is essential to understand all there is to know about the Corporate Aircraft world. Introduction
• Types of Corporate Aircraft Jet, Helicopter, Prop • Security Systems Electronic, Cameras, Locks, seals • Luggage Handling, Weight, Size, Contents • Flight Crew Introduction
• Fixed Base Operations-FBO • Ground Transportation on Tarmac • International Flights • IRS Regulations • FAA-Armed Security Officer Program • Corporate Aircraft Security Program • Pilots Perspective Types of Corporate Aircraft
Small to Large Types of Corporate Aircraft Headroom Very light jets
• The smallest category, a very light jet offers agility to access small airports with shorter runways. • In the U.S. alone, that opens up over 5,000 airports for business travel. • What’s more, they won’t overburden your OpEx, yet they still deliver speed and travel flexibility. Very light jets
• Who: Capacity of 4-6 passengers • What: Limited in-cabin amenities, but lavatories are possible • Where: Range of 1,000 miles • Why: Small airport accessible; shorter runway landings make this category very agile • How: Speeds up to 480 mph Very light jets
Honda HA-420 HondaJet
Honda HA-420 HondaJet Light business jets
• This category also benefits from being able to land at smaller airports while also delivering intra-continental capabilities.
• Light jets have been a popular option since the launch of the business jet market about 50 years ago.
• Examples include Bombardier Learjet 40 XR, 45XR and 70/75 models; Hawker Beechcraft 400; Embraer Phenom 300; Dassault Falcon 10; and Cessna Citation CJ1-CJ4, Bravo, and Encore models. Light business jets
• Who: 5-6 passengers is typical for comfortable seating
• What: More in-cabin comforts (e.g., reclining seats, air conditioning, some electronics) are typically included.
• Where: Medium ranges (up to about 1,500 miles non-stop), which is about 2 ½-3 ½ hours
• Why: They can land on shorter runways, giving you access to smaller, less busy airports
• How: Cruising speed typically is 400-450 miles per hour Light business jets
Hawker Beechcraft 400 Midsize business jet
• This category emerged to accommodate transcontinental flight for larger groups of passengers.
• A business staple, the flexible midsize jet enables comfortable, in-cabin productivity during long flights.
• Examples include Cessna Citation XLS, Columbus, and Sovereign; Embraer Legacy 450 and 500; Bombardier Learjet 60 XR or 85; Dassault Falcon 20; Hawker Beechcraft 750, 850XP, and 900XP; and Gulfstream 150 and 250. Midsize business jet • Who: 5-10 passengers • What: A pressurized cabin makes at-altitude travel comfortable; two pilots are necessary; all models have a lavatory; in-flight work is possible • Where: Range generally is 2,000-3,000 miles non-stop (about 5 hours flying time) • Why: They can land on smaller runways, but these aircraft are suitable for longer-range travel such as transcontinental flights and for travel with larger passenger capacity requirements • How: Cruising speed typically is 430-480 miles per hour Midsize business jet Super midsize business jets
• The super midsize category with a wide body combines speed, productivity, luxury, and ultra-range capabilities.
• They can climb high quickly yet comfortably, making this category a good choice for longer flights.
• Examples include Dassault Falcon 2000S and 900DX, Cessna Citation X, Embraer Legacy 600, Gulfstream G250, Bombardier Challenger 300, and Hawker Beechcraft 4000. Super midsize business jets
• Who: 8-10 passengers
• What: These are luxurious aircraft with elite amenities; they can accommodate passengers and baggage comfortably
• Where: Range generally is 3,400-3,600 miles non-stop
• Why: These jets are fast and fuel efficient, and they can support intra-continental travel needs
• How: Cruising speed typically is 490-590 miles per hour Large business jets
• Large business jets are purposely designed for business travel.
• The robust cabin of these jets can be customized for luxurious and productive flight in dedicated work spaces, conference rooms/offices, and full-service galleys.
• Intercontinental travel is the goal. Large cabin jets include Bombardier Global and Challenger models; Dassault Falcon 7x; and Gulfstream G500, G550, and G650. Large business jets and heavy jets
• Who: 10-18 passengers
• What: Any amenity you can image, including state-of-the-art electronics, is possible on these super-luxurious, highly customizable jets; they enable business as usual during flight
• Where: Range is 6,000+ miles (about 5-8 hours)
• Why: These can operate in most weather conditions by being able to cruise at higher altitudes
• How: Cruising speed typically is 480-560 miles per hour Large business jets and heavy jets
Global Express Heavy jets
• Heavy jets (also known as “bizliners”) typically are converted commercial airline aircraft. • The robust cabin of these jets can be customized for luxurious and productive flight in dedicated work spaces, conference rooms/offices, and full-service galleys. • Examples of heavy jets include Boeing Business Jets and Airbus models. Large business jets and heavy jets
Boeing Business Jets Twin Engine Planes
DeHavilland DHC-6 Twin Otter Beechcraft King Air Helicopters
Bell 206 Jet Ranger
Bell 430 Aircraft Security Systems
• Electronic Security Systems • Camera Systems • Locks • Portable Systems • Ground Security • Hanger security • Use of Security Guards Aircraft Security Systems
• Securaplane
• PreFlite security system detects and logs any intrusion into your aircraft to help you protect your onboard assets including intellectual property, luggage, equipment and aircraft components. Aircraft Security Systems
• Securaplane
• It allows owner-operators to monitor the status of their aircraft via smart phone in real-time, wherever they are in the world. Aircraft Security Systems
• Securaplane • The system includes the following features: • New, radar-based wheel well sensors- no calibration required and more reliable than infrared-based sensors. Aircraft Security Systems • Securaplane • Real time alerts by text and phone to three users simultaneously. • Calls anywhere in the world using the international GSM network. • video record of intrusion. • Auxiliary battery packs to increase the system run-time – recommended for systems with video camera installations. Aircraft Security Systems
• Cabin surveillance cameras • Our advanced cockpit door surveillance system (CDSS) enables crew to clearly identify possible entrants, regardless of cabin conditions, and to observe whether individuals seeking entry into the cockpit are under duress. Securaplane pioneered the use of cockpit surveillance systems with Delta Airlines. Aircraft Security Systems • Cabin surveillance cameras • The CDSS consists of three cameras feeding a central processing unit that, in turn, feeds video to cockpit displays or monitors. Depending on the camera field of view and mounting location, additional cameras may be installed to provide sufficient situational awareness for pilots. Aircraft Security Systems • One controller can process up to six different cameras. • The latest Securaplane camera technology includes the following features: operates 0.1 Lux up to 150Lux, integral infra-red (IR) illumination for low light performance, auto-iris to compensate over the full light-intensity range, in-built image processing to further enhance low-light performance, and analog & digital video outputs. Aircraft Security Systems
• Portable systems: Vigiplane Aircraft Security Systems • Portable systems Aircraft Lock Systems • Medeco • Other Aircraft Security Seals
• Medeco • Security • Seals Other Aircraft Concerns
• Plane Damage
• Triple Redundancy • Systems
• Maintenance Luggage Space and Concerns
• Number of Bags • Weight • Size of Bags • Duration of Trip • Weapons • Contraband Luggage Space and Concerns
• Inspections • Customs • Drugs • Advance luggage early Luggage Space and Concerns
• Vehicle positioning for luggage • Number of Bags • Size of Bags • Duration of Trip • Weapons • Drugs Luggage Space and Concerns
• Vehicle positioning for luggage • Number of Bags • Size of Bags • Duration of Trip • Weapons • Drugs Flight Crew
Pilots and Flight attendants Flight Crew
• Understanding their world and limitations • Duty time for Pilots: 14 hours 2 Hours Prep, 11 Hours Flight, 1 hour shutdown • 8-10 Hours Rest between flights • Make sure they are safe and secure Flight Crew
• Important to develop rapport and easy communications • Crew Accommodations • Crew Transportation • Crew Security • Pilot Errors and Mistakes General Aviation Security
• 1994 light plane crashed into WH • 9/11 Hijackers trained in GA aircraft • Post 9/11 concerns • GA aircraft often used in smuggling • Plane repo show • GA aircraft is 77% of all flights in US • Security Guidelines for GA available FBO: Fixed Base Operations • Service Orientated-Cater to prominent and wealthy • Important to understand their world and limitations • General Aviation Service Center FBO: Fixed Base Operations
• Tail Numbers: http://registry.faa.gov/aircraftinquiry/ • Masking Tail Numbers: Block Aircraft Registration Request or BARR FBO: Fixed Base Operations
• Ramp access controlled • Non-passengers access to lounge only • FAA Controlled-Strict compliance • Restrictions on time-penalties • Flight plans • Security for plane options • Hanger • Approved Security FBO: Fixed Base Operations
• Parking spots • Vehicle access to plane • Variables • No access • Must be escorted • Staged inside/outside • Access allowed freely • Ramp courtesies- right of way • Do’s and Don’ts on Ramp FBO: Fixed Base Operations Fans, Paparazzi, Media at Arrival/departure FBO: Fixed Base Operations
• Jetiquette • Lead Passenger duties • Manifest FBO: Fixed Base Operations
• FBO Mix ups • Foreign FBO’s- Variables • Handlers • Ground Transportation FBO: Ground Transportation
Arrival to FBO Approval for Planeside Pickup Methods of getting vehicles to plane Staging on Tarmac-Advance when parked Escort-Follow me vehicle Transfer to Van/Bus Park next to terminal-walk through FBO: Ground Transportation Tarmac protocols
• Moving planes have right away • Don’t approach plane until stopped and chocked • Drive slowly on tarmac • Keep distance from plane • Follow all given procedures FBO: Ground Transportation
Staging Vehicles for planeside pickup FBO: Ground Transportation
Staging Vehicles at planeside for pickup FBO: Fixed Base Operations
Immigration-Customs Temporary Flight Restrictions Language issues Tragedies and Incidents Payne Stewart
1999 South Dakota Learjet crash On October 25, 1999, a chartered Learjet 35 was scheduled to fly from Orlando, Florida, to Dallas, Texas. Payne Stewart
Early in the flight, the aircraft, which was climbing to its assigned altitude on autopilot, quickly lost cabin pressure and all on board were incapacitated due to hypoxia – a lack of oxygen. The aircraft continued climbing past its assigned altitude, then failed to make the westward turn toward Dallas over north Florida and continued on its northwestern course, flying over the southern and midwestern United States for almost four hours and 1,500 miles (2,400 km). The probable cause of this accident was incapacitation of the flight crew members as a result of their failure to receive supplemental oxygen following a loss of cabin pressurization, for undetermined reasons. AALIYAH
On August 25, 2001, Aaliyah and the members of the record company boarded a twin-engine Cessna 402B at the Marsh Harbour Airportin Abaco Islands, the Bahamas, to travel to Florida, after they completed filming a music video. AALIYAH They had a flight scheduled the following day, but with filming finishing early, Aaliyah and her entourage were eager to return to the U.S. and made the decision to leave immediately. The designated airplane was smaller than the Cessna 404 on which they had originally arrived, but the whole party and all of the equipment were accommodated on board. The plane crashed shortly after takeoff, about 200 feet (60 m) from the end of the runway and exploded AALIYAH As the subsequent investigation determined, when the aircraft attempted to depart, it was over its maximum take-off weight by 700 pounds (320 kg) and was carrying one excess passenger. An informational report issued by the National Transportation Safety Board stated, "The airplane was seen lifting off the runway, and then nose down, impacting in a marsh on the south side of the departure end of runway. It indicated that the pilot was not approved to fly the plane. Morales falsely obtained his FAA license by showing hundreds of hours never flown, and he may also have falsified how many hours he had flown in order to get a job with his employer. Additionally, toxicology tests performed on Morales revealed traces of cocaine and alcohol in his system. Justin Bieber - Pot Incident • According to multiple law enforcement sources, the leased, luxurious Gulfstream IV on which the 19-year-old Canadian pop star, his father and an entourage of 10 friends traveled was so full of marijuana smoke that the pilots were forced to wear oxygen masks. Justin Bieber • “The captain of the flight stated that he warned the passengers, including Bieber, on several occasions to stop smoking marijuana”. “The captain also stated he needed to request that the passengers stop their harassing behavior toward the flight • attendant and after • several warnings • asked the flight • attendant to stay • with him near the • cockpit to avoid any • further abuse.” Travel Security Advisory Services Travel Security Advisory Services Travel Security Advisory Services Travel Insurance Services Corporate Aircraft Security Program
Corporate Aircraft Security Committee • Director of Security • Pilot rep • Flight Attendant rep • Mechanic • Flight planning Personnel • EP Team Lead • Member of Management as needed Corporate Aircraft Security Program
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Home Airport Security Assessment TSA Security Guidelines for GA 2004 Assess perimeter, fences, lighting, gates Locked and secure gates? Positive Access Control? Employees,pilots, passengers, service personnel Security of facility and area Pen Test IRS Fringe Benefits
If a “bona fide business-oriented security concern” exists with respect to a particular employee for which an employer requires that the employee travel on employer provided aircraft for personal trips, then the employer may exclude from the employee’s gross income, as a working condition fringe, the excess value of the aircraft trip over the “safe harbor airfare”. THREATS AGAINST the PLANE
Consider all of the possible threats against the security of your business aircraft when it is away from its home base. The following are listed from ‘most likely’- to ‘least likely’ (but conceivable). 1. Accidental Damage (towing- other aircraft- vehicles- etc.); 2. Weather Damage (thunderstorms and tornados) 3. Vandals; 4. Drug Addicts (looking for drugs in medical kits) THREATS AGAINST the PLANE Consider all of the possible threats against the security of your business aircraft when it is away from its home base. The following are listed from ‘most likely’- to ‘least likely’ (but conceivable). 5. Thieves; 6. The Curious; 7. Joy Riders; 8. Saboteurs; have not’s vs wealthy, vs Americans 9. Terrorists/Skyjackers 10. Drug traffickers: hiding their drugs on your plane Crisis Management
• Advance planning what to do “IF” • Contact numbers all major personnel • KRE • Medivac Resources Resources Jerry Heying, CPP, PPS President and CEO, International Protection Group LLC Executive Director, Executive Protection Institute [email protected]