| System Details |
System requirements: Adobe Acrobat Reader. |
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Mode of access: Internet from GAO web site. |
| Note |
Title from title page (viewed on Jan. 16, 2003). |
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"December 2002." |
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Paper version available from: General Accounting Office, 441 G St., NW, Rm. LM, Washington, D.C. 20548. |
| Summary |
Finds that there are vulnerabilities in the security procedures of some air carriers and freight forwarders, and in possible tampering with freight between the time cargo leaves a shipper to the point when it is loaded onto an aircraft. Points out that weaknesses in the air cargo system can create security risks. Recommends that the Transportation Security Administration develop a comprehensive plan for air cargo security that incorporates a risk management approach, deadlines, and performance targets. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Note |
"GAO-03-344." |
| Subject |
Aeronautics, Commercial -- Freight -- Security measures -- United States.
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Aeronautics, Commercial -- Security measures -- United States.
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| Added Title |
Vulnerabilities and potential improvements for the air cargo system |
| Running Title |
Air cargo vulnerabilities and potential improvements |
| Other Form: |
Senate. Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Aviation Subcommitte. Aviation security : vulnerabilities and potential improvements for the air cargo system 31 p. (OCoLC)51829365 |
| Gpo Item No. |
0546-D (online) |
| Sudoc No. |
GA 1.13:GAO-03-344 |
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