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Classification of Hazardous Materials, Parts 1, 2 and 3

Darrel Begnaud, technical educator in aircraft and chemical hazards, and Captain Arthur Roberts of the HazMat team for San Mateo County, Calif., review the different classifications of hazardous materials, using real-life accounts to explain the importance of knowing hazardous materials inside and out.

ATSI Category: A

Available on: Feb. 2 (Part 1); Feb. 3 (Part 2); Feb. 4 (Part 3)

Code No. 558-982

The Will and the Way: Explosives Detection Systems at Airports

On October 30, 1996, the Security Equipment Integrated Product Team (SEIPT) was established to plan, purchase and deploy the advanced technology recommended by the Gore Commission and authorized by Congress. The SEIPT produced this video program as an introduction for the deployment initiative of explosives detection systems and devices currently underway at U.S. airports. It provides an overview of the technology being utilized to mitigate the terrorist threat and increase aviation security. It also provides some insight into the strategy that is being applied to the deployment effort in order to strike a balance between protection and non-disruption of airport operations.

ATSI Category: S

Available on: Feb. 5

Code No. 559-982

Aviation News Today

Our weekly news show covering aviation events and the people making the news. It’s a great way to keep up with the latest in aviation policy developments.

ATSI Category: G

Available: Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27

Code No. ANT-982 (Include segment date when ordering)

Environmental Regulations Update, Parts 1 & 2

Environmental regulation, especially internationally, has again moved to the forefront of major issues that must be addressed by both airports and communities. The International Civil Aviation Organization continues to provide a forum for debating both technological and policy issues relating to aircraft noise and emissions. Meanwhile, members of the European Community have focused on a new method of environmental regulation—a system of environmental “taxes” intended to curb noise and emissions. The next year promises to bring these issues to a head. In this program, the environmental panel reviews the current status of this issue and the prospects for future restrictions.

ATSI Category: E

Available on: Feb. 9 (Part 1); Feb. 10 (Part 2)

Code No. 560-982

McCarran International Airport Presents: Plane Talk, Part 20 (Leaving Las Vegas, Parts 1 & 2)

Do you need some fresh ideas about how your airport can reach out to its surrounding community? Check out this show, produced by McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas. The airport airs this series on local television, providing the community with current information about the airport’s many services and events. Part 20 provides the traveling public with useful tips on how to get to the airport to boarding the plane.

ATSI Category: D

Available on: Feb. 11 (Part 1); Feb. 12 (Part 2)

Code No. 166S-982

Overview of San Francisco Water Rescue Exercise, Parts 1 & 2

This program covers the evaluation process of San Francisco International Airport’s 1997 water Crash Exercise (see last month’s program schedule). See the results of the airport’s efforts to train its personnel by immersing them in a true-to-life scenario.

ATSI Category: A, O, S

Available on: Feb. 17 (Part 1); Feb. 18 (Part 2)

Code No. 561-982

Airports A to Z

This program is another segment in the popular series pertaining to specific tasks that airports must deal with daily. Each show is shot on location at airports around the country and is guided by highly trained personnel. The viewer will be given detailed, step-by-step instructions on a variety of topics.

ATSI Category: O

Available on: Feb. 19

Code No. 171BM-982

1998 AIP Reauthorization Debate, Parts 1 & 2

Yes, that’s right. It’s time once again for Congress to reauthorize the programs of the FAA, including the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). Don’t miss this preview of the debate on Capitol Hill as airports and airlines debate the merits of AIP and passenger facility charges (PFCs). How will the National Civil Aviation Review Commission recommendations influence the debate? Will the AIP allocation formulas be modified? What about the Letter of Intent (LOI) program? This session is guaranteed to be lively!

ATSI Category: G

Available on: Feb. 23 (Part 1); Feb. 24 (Part 2)

Code No. 562-982

Aviation Security and Safety Regulations: What’s on the Horizon? Parts 1 & 2

Aviation safety and security continue to be major news stories throughout 1997. The Gore Commission and the National Civil Aviation Review Commission have forced a review of how aviation safety and security challenges are handled in Washington and the aviation industry. What will be the future roles of the federal government, airports and airlines for aviation security? Is more technology or people or a combination of both the answer? This program addresses the myriad of questions surrounding aviation safety and security regulations from public policy and economic viewpoints.

ATSI Category: S

Available on: Feb. 25 (Part 1); Feb. 26 (Part 2)

Code No. 563-982

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