From 3D bird radars and non-invasive (safe for the human body) detectors to a three-level comprehensive biometric security system, companies from both India and overseas have exhibited a range of safety equipment at the India Aviation 2014 show, and are optimistic of finding takers. "The upgrade of security is a con
From 3D bird radars and non-invasive (safe for the human body) detectors to a three-level comprehensive biometric security system, companies from both India and overseas have exhibited a range of safety equipment at the India Aviation 2014 show, and are optimistic of finding takers.
"The upgrade of security is a continuous process which cannot be ignored," said Bimal Sareen, Director of the New Delhi-based OIS group.
Apart from displaying its 3D bird radar, OIS group also promoted products such as unattended ground sensors and concealed object detection system. The Daman airport authorities and Tripura officials (for border security), among others, have expressed interests.
US-based Arinc is in talks with authorities for implementing a three-level security system across airports in the country. "The pilot project at Delhi's T3 terminal in 2012 was well received. Currently we are waiting for approval by the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security of India," said an official.
"The three-level system puts boarding pass through a biometric scanner thrice: at the entrance, after security check, and while boarding. It can effectively detect unscrupulous travelers," the official added. Citing the ill-fated Malaysian Airlines plane incident where 2 passengers boarded with stolen passports, he said it could have been avoided with this system.
The civil aviation industry lags behind in security, but "there's no choice but to meet global standards in security. Aviation industry has realized that and has begun spending in this area," said Pravin Surana, Region Business Head, Sagem Morpho Security. The company has installed advanced scanners at the Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore airports.