A Field Study On Developing A Smart Security Communication Model At Zayed International Airport In Accordance With ICAO Standards

Dr. Mohammed Khamis Alshamsi; Khalid Abdulqader Aljaberi; Mansoor Naser Alwahedi; Butti Ahmed Alhanaee; Mohammed Shafi Alhajeri; Yousif Hasan Albreiki

doi:10.29284/v34jkf02

Authors

Dr. Mohammed Khamis Alshamsi Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, College of Identity Management and Security Sciences.
Khalid Abdulqader Aljaberi Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, College of Identity Management and Security Sciences.
Mansoor Naser Alwahedi Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, College of Identity Management and Security Sciences.
Butti Ahmed Alhanaee Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, College of Identity Management and Security Sciences.
Mohammed Shafi Alhajeri Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, College of Identity Management and Security Sciences.
Yousif Hasan Albreiki Emirates Academy for Identity and Citizenship, College of Identity Management and Security Sciences.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29284/v34jkf02

Keywords:

Aviation security, communication systems, ICAO Annex 17, Zayed International Airport, smart technology, operational efficiency.

Abstract

This paper focuses on the communication problems of security personnel at Zayed International Airport (ZIA) and application of a Smart Integrated Communication System (SICS) as per the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 17. The research uses a descriptive and analytical method through field studies and interviews with airport security officers and administrators.

The findings indicate that security officers rely on voice conversations and handheld radios but these cause noise, reduce confidentiality and slow down security response. The efficiency of operations is hindered and ICAO’s security requirements are not fully met.

A SICS model comprising of smart wireless headsets, body camera and a closed digital networking service has been proposed that ensures secure, silent, live communication. It will enhance coordination, confidentiality and performance under the UAE’s strategy related to smart and innovative airport development.

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