KARACHI: Transport Canada Aviation Security inspectors commended PCAA airport’s security protocols, terming them in line with international standards and best practices.

Four-day aviation security assessment of Jinnah International Airport Karachi, conducted by Transport Canada Assessment team, was completed today on July 18, 2024.

Transportation Security Inspectors Barbara Durette and Abdel Tahir led assessment, hosted by PCAA and overseen by Director Avsec Air Commodore (retd) Shahid Qadir.

Various security measures were evaluated, including passenger and baggage screening, perimeter protection, cargo and catering security, as well as security protocols for direct flights to Canada.

Assessment team monitored security measures for PIA flights to Toronto, assessing access control, aircraft protection, security searches and related procedures.

Debriefing session was held at HQ CAA, where team received crests and gifts from Nadir Shafi Dar Deputy Director General on behalf of Secretary Aviation, Capt (retd) Saif Anjum.

Team expressed gratitude to PCAA for hosting them and commended airport’s security protocols for aligning with international standards and best practices.

AVSEC assessment of JIAP Karachi was deemed successful, following ICAO USAP Audit and GCAA-UAE assessment.

Published in The Daily National Courier, July, 19 2024

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