New Airport Watch signs pop up across country
AOPA is kicking off the new year with a push to remind pilots to "lock up and look out" by following Airport Watch tips every time they go to the airport - whether they are flying or shooting the breeze.
The association is mailing new Airport Watch signs to nearly 5,300 public-use airports across the country for display at prominent entry points to the facilities. The signs encourage pilots to report suspicious activity through 866/GA-SECUR[E], a toll-free hotline answered by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
"Now more than ever, it is important for GA pilots to incorporate the commonsense security tips of Airport Watch into their flying routine," said Rob Hackman, AOPA director of security and regulatory policy. "Every time we finish flying, we must make sure we lock our aircraft and hangar, and look out for anything or anyone that seems out of place."
See AOPA's Airport Watch Web page to watch a security DVD or order Airport Watch brochures or decals. To order an Airport Watch sign, visit Sporty's Web site.
January 4, 2007
