COVER STORY Airport Business Security Report Highlights of some of the biggest security challenges North American airports are currently dealing with and how they're solving problems. Airport security has evolved tremendously since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Perimeters have been hardened, security checkpoints are more technologically advanced and employee training has built a culture focused on keeping airport facilities safe inside and outside the terminal. As cyberattacks on airports increase, insider threats remain a challenge and global concerns build new security needs in aviation, it's more important than ever airports think about their needs when it comes to keeping travelers and employees safe. Airport Business in this issue is highlighting innovations in airport security to share best practices and thought leadership on aviation security and information your facility can use to strengthen its defenses. What perimeter technology are airports investing in during the next five years 59% Cameras 48% Fencing 45% Enhanced gate/access control systems 22% Infrared sensors 14% Drone detection systems Measures airports are taking to protect themselves from cyberattacks 41% Developed an IT organizational plan 29% Added IT staff 26% Moved to cloud computing system 26% Not taken major steps to protect themselves from cyberattacks 35% of airports plan to implement biometric technology in the next five years 27% of FBOs plan to invest in security upgrades in the next five years 16 \ AIRPORT BUSINESS / SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2022 1220971882 | DOBLE-D | GETTY IMAGES