Aviation
At SEER Integrity & Compliance, we provide comprehensive support to aviation industry participants, including airports, airlines, and air cargo agents, to meet obligations under the International Civil Aviation Organisation (“ICAO”) Annex 17, and within Australia under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004.
Our aviation transport security compliance services include:
- All-Hazards security assessments as required under the recent amendments to the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004.
- Preparation, review, and revision of Transport Security Programs (“TSPs”).
- Conducting internal and external audits of security programs against the requirements of the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004, the TSP of the industry participant, Aviation Screening Notices and other policy requirements.
- Design and facilitation of training, drills, and exercises.
- Preparation, review, revision and auditing of Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) issuing programs.
- Advisory services for new facilities, expansion and site developments.
- Annual compliance reviews to support Statement of Compliance submission to CISC.
Are you ready for the changes to the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004?
Australia’s aviation security laws have been significantly updated, bringing new obligations for airports, airlines, and service providers. The reforms to the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 align aviation operations with critical infrastructure standards and place stronger emphasis on cyber resilience, operational integrity, and governance.
Updates include:
- Cyber Incident Reporting – Strict obligations to report significant cyber incidents within 12 hours and relevant incidents within 72 hours.
- Expanded Security Scope – New requirements to address both unlawful and operational interference, taking an “all hazards” approach.
- Mandatory Security Assessments – Comprehensive, risk-based security assessments are becoming compulsory for all Transport Security Programs.
- Annual Compliance Statements – Board-approved declarations confirming security programs remain up to date and effective.
- Greater Inspector Powers – Inspectors can now actively test both physical and cyber systems to expose vulnerabilities.
- Flexible Security Directions – The Secretary can mandate additional security measures in response to evolving threat environments.
Overdue for an audit under your TSP?
Under the requirements of your Transport Security Program, you are required to undertake a program of internal and external (independent) audits.
Our team of independent, qualified auditors have a comprehensive knowledge of the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 and airport operations.
Contact us today for an obligation free quote.