What's the point of DHS warning passengers about Manila airport?
I've seen the following warning printed next to all TSA checkpoints in a US airport:
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced the determination that aviation security at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL), which serves as a last-point-of-departure airport for flights to the United States, does not maintain and carry out effective security consistent with the security standards established by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
What is the point of this warning? Are they warning passengers that direct flights to Manila will be cancelled soon? Or is it just a generic warning designed to force Manila airport to improve their security?
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Although it's certainly correct to say "the signs are there because the law requires them to be", and other answers point to the possible effects if the situation continues, the underlying point of the warning is to let people know that the US Government considers security at Manila Airport to be inadequate.
Inadequate security means they believe there is a higher chance of flights out of Manila being attacked, hijacked or blown up than other flights.
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Is the Department of Homeland security in charge of airports?
It is responsible for screening passengers and baggage at more than 450 U.S. airports, employing screening officers in airports, armed Federal Air Marshals on planes, mobile teams of dog handlers, and explosives specialists. Previously part of the Department of Transportation, the TSA became part of DHS in March 2003.What happens going through security at airport?
Unless you have TSA PreCheck, you will have to remove various items, such as liquids and electronics, from your luggage and place them in separate bins before going through security. You will also have to remove your shoes, items from pockets, jewelry, and large jackets.Who are responsible for airport safety?
The Aviation and Transportation Security Act generally required that by November 19, 2002, all passenger screening must be conducted by federal employees. As a result, passenger and baggage screening is now provided by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.What is the function of Manila International Airport Authority?
Created by Executive Order 778, the MIAA provides safe, efficient, and reliable airport facilities for international and domestic travel at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA). It is also tasked with promoting NAIA as a center for international trade and tourism.WAIT WHAT (Minecraft) #51
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