Aeronautical Information Manual

AIM 5-6-10

TSA Aviation Security Programs

This reproduces published FAA reference text for study. It does not replace the current official FAA publication or regulation.

Applicants for U.S. air operator certificates will be provided contact information for TSA aviation security programs by the U.S. Department of Transportation during the certification process.

For information about applicable TSA security programs: U.S. air carriers and commercial operators must contact their TSA Principal Security Specialist (PSS); and

Foreign air carriers must contact their International Industry Representative (IIR).

Retrieved from ecfr.gov on July 20, 2026.