The Aviation Security (AVSEC) Basic in Brussels is a professional training course designed to provide participants with a solid foundation in aviation safety and regulatory compliance.
From:
27-04-2026
Course Overview
Aviation security is the first line of defense in protecting passengers, crew, and infrastructure from unlawful interference. This Aviation Security (AVSEC) Basic Training Course introduces participants to the international framework for aviation security, including ICAO Annex 17 requirements, national regulations, and airport security procedures.
The course covers threat identification, screening methods, passenger and baggage security, and response protocols. It emphasizes the importance of compliance, vigilance, and coordination between stakeholders to ensure effective aviation security.
Through lectures, case studies, and practical discussions, participants will gain a clear understanding of their responsibilities in maintaining aviation security standards.
Course Benefits
Gain an understanding of ICAO Annex 17 and national security programs.
Learn the basics of threat identification and prevention.
Understand screening methods for passengers, baggage, and cargo.
Strengthen compliance with security regulations.
Develop awareness of the importance of AVSEC roles.
Course Objectives
Review ICAO Annex 17 requirements and AVSEC frameworks.
Apply basic threat recognition and prevention methods.
Understand access control and airport security procedures.
Learn the principles of passenger and baggage screening.
Identify roles and responsibilities of aviation security staff.
Recognize the importance of reporting and vigilance.
Build awareness of global AVSEC challenges.
Training Methodology
The course uses classroom lectures, regulatory document reviews, group discussions, and role-playing exercises to reinforce learning.
Target Audience
New aviation security personnel.
Airport ground and operations staff.
Airline and airport support staff.
Anyone requiring AVSEC basic certification.
Target Competencies
Basic aviation security awareness.
Threat identification and prevention.
Compliance with AVSEC standards.
Security responsibilities and vigilance.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Aviation Security
ICAO Annex 17 and international requirements.
National Civil Aviation Security Programs.
Threats to civil aviation.
Roles and responsibilities in AVSEC.
Unit 2: Security Procedures and Access Control
Airport access control systems.
Identity checks and staff screening.
Protection of restricted areas.
Case studies of security breaches.
Unit 3: Passenger and Baggage Screening
Screening methods and technologies.
X-ray, explosive detection, and manual search.
Handling prohibited and restricted items.
Passenger behavior awareness.
Unit 4: Cargo and Mail Security Basics
Cargo security requirements.
Known consignor and regulated agent concepts.
Screening procedures for cargo and mail.
Preventing unlawful interference via cargo.
Unit 5: Response and Reporting Procedures
Recognizing suspicious activity.
Reporting protocols and chain of command.
Emergency and incident response basics.
Importance of vigilance in daily duties.
Ready to start your journey in aviation security?
Join the Aviation Security (AVSEC) Basic Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain the essential knowledge to protect aviation operations.
The Aviation Security (AVSEC) Basic Training Courses in Brussels provide professionals with a foundational understanding of the principles, procedures, and regulatory frameworks that underpin modern aviation security operations. Designed for aviation personnel, airport staff, airline employees, ground handlers, and security officers, these programs equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to safeguard passengers, cargo, and airport infrastructure from security threats.
Participants explore the core components of aviation security (AVSEC), including threat identification, passenger and baggage screening procedures, access control measures, aircraft protection protocols, and response actions during security incidents. The courses emphasize the importance of maintaining situational awareness, following standardized procedures, and adhering to international aviation security requirements. Through practical demonstrations, case studies, and interactive exercises, attendees learn to recognize suspicious behavior, apply security screening methods, and support effective coordination within the airport security ecosystem.
These aviation security training programs in Brussels also address the broader regulatory and organizational context of AVSEC operations. Participants examine the role of compliance monitoring, security culture development, and communication practices in maintaining a secure and efficient aviation environment. The curriculum integrates theoretical concepts with applied skills, enabling professionals to contribute to risk prevention, threat mitigation, and continuous improvement in security performance.
Attending these training courses in Brussels offers participants an engaging learning environment supported by experienced instructors and enriched by the city’s proximity to key European aviation institutions and regulatory bodies. Brussels provides an ideal setting for exploring global security trends, emerging threats, and best practices within the international aviation community. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to perform essential AVSEC duties confidently, enhance operational safety, and support robust security standards within the aviation sector.