Aviation Security Training
Aviation Security (AVSEC) Training in India
In short
Aviation security (AVSEC) training teaches you to protect flights from unlawful interference — screening, prohibited and dangerous goods, airport access control and threat reporting. In India it follows BCAS and ICAO Annex 17 standards, and it's one of the most accessible routes into an airport career, often open from 12th pass.
What is AVSEC?
The measures that protect civil aviation from deliberate attack — hijacking, bombing, sabotage.
Who regulates it?
BCAS regulates security; the CISF screens and guards; the DGCA handles safety.
Awareness vs screener
Awareness training is the foundation; screener certification is a further, employer-linked step.
Who must be trained?
Everyone working airside, plus anyone seeking an aviation-security career.
What the training covers
- Aviation Security (AVSEC) in India
- Threats in Aviation
- Airport Security Screening
- Airport Entry Pass (AEP)
- AVSEC Careers in India
- Dangerous Goods in Aviation
- Dangerous Goods Labels & Placards
- Aviation Emergency Reporting
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Common questions
What is aviation security training?
Aviation security (AVSEC) training teaches airport and airline staff to protect flights from unlawful interference — screening, prohibited and dangerous goods, access control and threat reporting. In India it follows BCAS and ICAO Annex 17 standards.
Who needs AVSEC training in India?
Anyone working at or near an airport — screeners, ground staff, crew, cargo handlers — and anyone seeking an aviation-security career after 12th.
Is AVSEC awareness training different from screener certification?
Yes. Awareness training builds the foundation; the official BCAS screener certification is a separate step, usually completed once an employer hires you.
Can I do aviation security training online?
Yes. The Wings Institute course is self-paced and online, with interactive lessons, quizzes and a Certificate of Completion.