TSA inspects security and readiness of Soekarno-Hatta Airport

Tangerang, Banten (ANTARA) – The United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) inspected several airline operators at Soekarno-Hatta Airport (Soetta), Tangerang, Banten, to ensure flight safety.

The inspection was carried out from December 9 to 13, 2024. It also included a review of the airport’s readiness ahead of the Christmas and New Year holidays.

“We welcome the TSA inspection as a strategic step to maintain the implementation of civil aviation security standards,” the deputy assistant for communications and legal affairs at the international airport said Friday Soekarno-Hatta, Mr. Holik Muardi.

“Our availability guarantees safe and smooth flights for passengers, especially during the end-of-year holidays,” he added.

The TSA is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the security of the transportation system, including airports and international flights, which are directly connected to the United States.

“This inspection was part of TSA’s assessment of the implementation of appropriate Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs),” Muardi informed.

According to the official, the activity was carried out to ensure that airport operations and international flights continue to comply with established safety standards.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, as Indonesia’s main gateway, has expressed its willingness to welcome the Christmas and New Year holidays with optimal safety standards, he said.

He informed that TSA inspected several facilities and services including aircraft operators and aircraft repair (maintenance, repair and overhaul/MRO) facilities.

The process included verification of procedural documents, mock security operations and field inspections to ensure security standards comply with international regulations.

Muardi informed that several air operators at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport are also required to comply with aviation security regulations established by the TSA.

These civil aviation security standards and recommended practices refer to the provisions set out in Annex 17, Amendment 18 (Security) and Annex 14 (Aerodrome) of the Convention on International Civil Aviation.

“With the results of this inspection, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport reaffirms its commitment to comply with international standards to support global aviation safety,” he said.