Body scanners only part of the solution for airports
ADS, the UK's AeroSpace, Defence and Security trade organisation commented Tuesday on recent issues around aviation security following the failed attack on an aircraft over Detroit on Christmas Day
Ian Godden, Chairman of ADS, said: "The UK is a world-leader in the high-tech security field given past experience in combating terrorism plus the innovative excellence of the industry in meeting these challenges. It is a trusted supplier globally, protecting citizens around the world and with the right Government advocacy and support this expertise can be exported to also boost the UK economy. Furthermore, provided with the right levels of investment, new technology will be more effective while becoming less intrusive.
"It must be remembered that full body scanners are only part of the solution. Other solutions, such as the detection of suicide bombers from distance using technology, blast mitigation engineering and behavioural science are also important elements of airport security. Intelligence will still be crucial, as will the right systems that can be provided by industry to process the information gathered quickly and accurately.
"We also fully recognise that privacy issues must be addressed and it is right that new security solutions that protect peoples' lives should be developed with these in mind."
