Drug Detection Capabilities Evolve To Counter Smugglers’ Shifting Tactics
Thailand Steps up Screening of Passengers Inbound from West Bengal, India
Disease control has been stepped up at Suvarnabhumi, Don Mueang and Phuket airports, recently. The Thai airports are screening travelers from West Bengal in India where there is a confirmed outbreak of the deadly disease related to the Nipah virus. Thai officials say the three major airports had begun enhanced screening for inbound passengers, particularly…
Plan in Place to Evacuate Thousands out of Israel if Iran and Israel Conflict Escalates
Tourism Ministry of Israel has finalized an emergency evacuation plan for approximately 42,000 tourists if a conflict between Iran and Israel necessitates that airspace be closed. The plan would allow officials to immediately contact visitors and organize secure transport to land border crossings. The plan was developed after a June 2025 incident when tens of…
“Suspicious Item” Left at Terminal Prompts Evacuations at Miami Intl. Airport
Miami International Airport was evacuated after a “suspicious item” was left at the terminal on Sunday evening, according to reports. Around 5 p.m., the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MSDO) said they responded to the airport after receiving a report of unattended luggage at Door 21 of the South Terminal on the Departures level of the airport….
Thunder Bay International Airport Announces Security Screening Expansion
The Thunder Bay International Airports Authority (TBIAA) announced a significantexpansion of its passenger security screening facilities, delivered in collaboration with theCanadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA). The airport hopes the investment will significantly enhance the passenger experience while supporting the airport’s long-term continued growth andoperational resilience. The project will modernize and expand the existing pre-board…
Azerbaijan Airlines Accelerates Retail Modernization with Accelya FLX Select
Accelya, a global leader in airline technology solutions has signed a multi-year agreement with Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL), the country’s principal airline, to introduce NDC (New Distribution Capability) through FLX Select. The agreement positions AZAL as one of the airlines helping set the direction for modern airline retailing in its region, taking a deliberate step to modernize how offers are…
Smiths Detection Delivers Fully Automated International Remote Baggage Screening System Between South Korea and the United States
Smiths Detection has enabled the launch of an automated International Remote Baggage Screening System (IRBS), setting a new global standard for cross-border aviation security and passenger processing between South Korea and the United States. Driving Global Innovation This achievement is led by Incheon International Airport Corporation (IIAC), which continues to set the global benchmark for…
Delta Passenger Restrained on Minneapolis to Tokyo Flight, Flight Diverts
A passenger became violent mid-flight on a Delta Air Lines flight from Minneapolis to Tokyo. The flight diverted to Anchorage after the crew was forced to restrain him using beverage carts.The flight, DL121, an A350, took off on January 18 and was heading to Tokyo when cabin crew reported repeated non-compliance from a 64-year-old male…
Green Oceans Raises Alarm Over National Security and Aviation Safety Risks from Offshore Wind Projects
In federal court on January 15, 2026, Judge Carl Nichols granted Empire Wind’s request to resume offshore construction (Case no. 1:26-cv-00004-CJN). Green Oceans, a nonprofit national environmental and public-interest organization, expressed concern that the ruling allows construction to proceed despite unresolved national-security and aviation safety risks associated with large offshore wind installations. Empire Wind, owned…
India to Equip Customs Officers at Airports With Body Cameras
Customs officers manning Red Channel areas at India’s international airports will now be required to wear body-worn cameras to boost transparency and improve traveler experience, The Economic Times reported. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) issued the directive in December 2025 through an internal instruction to field formations. The Red Channel handles…
NOTAM to Suspend all Commercial Flights Issued by Tehran
Tehran has issued a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) suspending all commercial flights, allowing only select international operations with prior clearance. When a nation takes radical measures such as grounding its skies, it can signal either anticipation of incoming threats or an effort to prevent departures. The NOTAM was issued January 14, 2026, and suspends most…
Garrett Metal Detectors Achieves Industry-Leading ISO Certification
GARLAND, Texas, Jan. 8, 2026 – Texas-based Garrett Metal Detectors announced today that it had been officially certified as ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 compliant, in addition to its existing ISO 9001 compliance. Together, these certifications represent a profound commitment to quality, environmental, and safety management systems that will set the company apart in the…
Motorola Solutions Expands AI-Powered Security Platform to Solve Complex Safety and Operational Challenges
Motorola Solution will showcase how its latest advancements in AI are helping critical enterprises and security providers maintain safety and awareness across vast operations, moving from reactive incident detection to proactive response, at Intersec, taking place from January 12 to 14. Avigilon Visual Alerts uses intuitive conversational interfaces to significantly expand the catalogue of visual events…