Terror attacks on flights remain ‘distinct possibility’

Successful terrorist attacks on-board flights remain a “distinct possibility,” with organisations such as Daesh and Al Qaida presenting an enduring threat to the aviation industry, experts warned Sunday. “Despite our best efforts, successful attacks remain a distinct possibility. Aviation is an iconic and impactful target, which provides the sort of platform terrorists seek … This is a fight we can only win together,” said Martin Callanan, the UK’s minister for Aviation. Speaking at the Aviation Security Global conference, Callanan added that there is a need to invest in research and new technologies in order to stay a step ahead of any threats. He pointed that “threats of this magnitude” also require a strong security culture at every stage of a passenger’s journey and at every airport. <br/>