What Happened
Major Commercial Aviation Incidents Reshape Security Protocols
A series of major commercial aviation incidents since 9/11 has led to significant changes in aviation safety rules and security protocols. The 9/11 attacks resulted in the implementation of reinforced cockpit doors and increased airport security, while the Germanwings crash prompted changes in pilot mental health assessments. A recent incident on a flydubai flight, in which a co-pilot stabbed the captain with an emergency axe, has raised concerns about on-board security and pilot screening. These incidents have reshaped the aviation industry’s approach to safety and security, with regulatory bodies such as the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) playing a key role in implementing new standards. This story was originally published by Reuters.