ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC)
The ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices that every Contracting State implements through its national civil aviation security programme and cascades to airports, airlines, air navigation service providers and the cargo supply chain: organization and oversight, training and background checks, access control, screening of passengers, staff, baggage, cargo and supplies, aircraft protection, landside and cyber measures, and the response to acts of unlawful interference. Twelfth Edition with Amendment 18, 95 Standards and 21 Recommended Practices, built from the complete text.
ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) is a compliance framework from International (ICAO Contracting States, implemented through national civil aviation security programmes) with 4 domains and 116 controls that map to 262 other frameworks. The largest domains are Chapter 4: Preventive security measures – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) (53 controls), Chapter 3: Organization – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) (28 controls), Chapter 2: General principles – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) (19 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.
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Framework Domains (4)
Chapter 2: General principles – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.1.1 | 2.1.1 Primary objective: safety of people |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.1.2 | 2.1.2 Organization, regulations, practices and procedures |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.1.3 | 2.1.3 Protective and rapidly adaptable arrangements |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.1.4 | 2.1.4 Protection of sensitive aviation security information |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.2 | 2.2 Applicability to domestic operations |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.3 | 2.3 Security and facilitation |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.1 | 2.4.1 Requesting additional measures for specific flights |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.2 | 2.4.2 Meeting other States' requests for additional measures |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.3 | 2.4.3 Cooperation on programmes |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.4 | 2.4.4 Timely sharing of threat information |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.5 | 2.4.5 Protecting security information shared by other States |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.6 | 2.4.6 Sharing ICAO audit results on request |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.7 | 2.4.7 Aviation security clause in air services agreements |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.8 | 2.4.8 Written NCASP extracts to other States |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.4.9 | 2.4.9 Collaborative arrangements and one-stop security |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.5.1 | 2.5.1 Research and development |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.5.2 | 2.5.2 Human Factors in new equipment |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.5.3 | 2.5.3 Differentiated screening |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::2.5.4 | 2.5.4 Advanced security equipment |
Chapter 3: Organization – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.1 | 3.1.1 Written national civil aviation security programme |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.2 | 3.1.2 Appropriate authority |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.3 | 3.1.3 Constant threat review and risk-based adjustment |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.4 | 3.1.4 Vulnerability assessments at international airports |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.5 | 3.1.5 Sharing information for operators' risk assessments |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.6 | 3.1.6 Allocation and coordination of tasks |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.7 | 3.1.7 National aviation security committee |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.8 | 3.1.8 Resources and facilities at airports |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.1.9 | 3.1.9 Making NCASP requirements available to operators |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.2.1 | 3.2.1 Airport security programme |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.2.2 | 3.2.2 Airport authority coordinating security controls |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.2.3 | 3.2.3 Airport security committee |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.2.4 | 3.2.4 Security in airport design |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.3.1 | 3.3.1 Aircraft operator security programme |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.3.2 | 3.3.2 Supplementary station procedures for foreign operators |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.3.3 | 3.3.3 Security programmes for larger general aviation |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.3.4 | 3.3.4 Security programmes for aerial work |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.1 | 3.4.1 National training policy |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.2 | 3.4.2 Competency assessment in training programmes |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.3 | 3.4.3 Instructor certification |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.4 | 3.4.4 Screener certification |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.5 | 3.4.5 Training of audit, test and inspection personnel |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.6 | 3.4.6 Security awareness training |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.4.7 | 3.4.7 Security culture |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.5.1 | 3.5.1 National quality control programme |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.5.2 | 3.5.2 Background checks |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.5.3 | 3.5.3 Oversight of outsourced security providers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::3.6 | 3.6 Air traffic service providers |
Chapter 4: Preventive security measures – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.1.1 | 4.1.1 Preventing prohibited items reaching aircraft |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.1.2 | 4.1.2 Randomness and unpredictability |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.1.3 | 4.1.3 Unidentified baggage and suspicious objects |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.1.4 | 4.1.4 Behaviour detection |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.1 | 4.2.1 Controlled airside access |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.2 | 4.2.2 Security restricted areas |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.3 | 4.2.3 Identification systems and access verification |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.4 | 4.2.4 Supervising movement to and from aircraft |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.5 | 4.2.5 Screening persons other than passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.6 | 4.2.6 Explosives detection for non-passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.2.7 | 4.2.7 Vehicle screening |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.3.1 | 4.3.1 Aircraft security checks and searches |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.3.2 | 4.3.2 Items left by transit passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.3.3 | 4.3.3 Flight crew compartment protection |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.3.4 | 4.3.4 Protecting checked aircraft until departure |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.3.5 | 4.3.5 Aircraft outside security restricted areas |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.3.6 | 4.3.6 MANPADS and similar threats |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.4.1 | 4.4.1 Screening originating passengers and cabin baggage |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.4.2 | 4.4.2 Explosives detection for passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.4.3 | 4.4.3 Transfer passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.4.4 | 4.4.4 Protecting screened passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.4.5 | 4.4.5 Transit operations |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.4.6 | 4.4.6 Suspicious activity identification |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.5.1 | 4.5.1 Screening originating hold baggage |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.5.2 | 4.5.2 Explosives detection methods for hold baggage |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.5.3 | 4.5.3 Protecting hold baggage |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.5.4 | 4.5.4 No baggage of persons not on board |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.5.5 | 4.5.5 Transfer hold baggage |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.5.6 | 4.5.6 Carrying only identified, screened, accepted baggage |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.1 | 4.6.1 Security controls on cargo and mail |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.10 | 4.6.10 Appropriate cargo screening methods |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.11 | 4.6.11 Confirming controls on incoming transfer cargo |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.2 | 4.6.2 Supply chain security process |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.3 | 4.6.3 Protecting secured cargo and mail |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.4 | 4.6.4 High-risk cargo and mail |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.5 | 4.6.5 Acceptance only when controls are confirmed |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.6 | 4.6.6 Catering, stores and supplies |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.7 | 4.6.7 Merchandise and supplies into restricted areas |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.8 | 4.6.8 Security status accompanying cargo and mail |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.6.9 | 4.6.9 Transfer cargo and mail |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.1 | 4.7.1 Requirements for carrying passengers under proceedings |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.2 | 4.7.2 Operator measures for such passengers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.3 | 4.7.3 Informing operator and pilot-in-command |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.4 | 4.7.4 Weapons carried by law enforcement |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.5 | 4.7.5 Requests for armed personnel including IFSOs |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.6 | 4.7.6 Other carriage of weapons |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.7 | 4.7.7 In-flight security officers |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.7.8 | 4.7.8 Notifying the pilot-in-command of armed persons |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.8.1 | 4.8.1 Identifying landside areas |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.8.2 | 4.8.2 Landside security measures |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.8.3 | 4.8.3 Coordinating landside security |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.9.1 | 4.9.1 Protecting critical ICT systems and data |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::4.9.2 | 4.9.2 Confidentiality, integrity and availability of critical systems |
Chapter 5: Management of response to acts of unlawful interference – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.1.1 | 5.1.1 Safeguarding a threatened aircraft |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.1.2 | 5.1.2 Searching a threatened aircraft |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.1.3 | 5.1.3 Dealing with suspected dangerous devices |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.1.4 | 5.1.4 Contingency plans and resources |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.1.5 | 5.1.5 Trained personnel for response |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.1.6 | 5.1.6 Reporting of incidents and preparatory acts |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.1 | 5.2.1 Safety of passengers and crew on the ground |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.2 | 5.2.2 Collecting and transmitting flight information |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.3 | 5.2.3 Assistance to a seized aircraft |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.4 | 5.2.4 Detaining a seized aircraft on the ground |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.5 | 5.2.5 Notifications after landing |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.6 | 5.2.6 Local distribution of flight information |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.2.7 | 5.2.7 Joint response with other States |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.3.1 | 5.3.1 Reporting to ICAO |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.3.2 | 5.3.2 Re-evaluating controls after an act |
| icao-annex-17-aviation-security-avsec::5.3.3 | 5.3.3 Exchange of information on response |
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ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) is a compliance framework from International (ICAO Contracting States, implemented through national civil aviation security programmes) with 4 domains and 116 controls. The ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices that every Contracting State implements through its national civil aviation security programme and cascades to airports, airlines, air navigation service providers and the cargo supply chain: organization and oversight, training and background checks, access control, screening of passengers, staff, baggage, cargo and supplies, aircraft protection, landside and cyber measures, and the response to acts of unlawful interference. Twelfth Edition with Amendment 18, 95 Standards and 21 Recommended Practices, built from the complete text. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
What does ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) actually require?
ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) has 116 controls organised across 4 domains. The largest domains are Chapter 4: Preventive security measures – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) (53 controls), Chapter 3: Organization – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) (28 controls), Chapter 2: General principles – ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) (19 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
If I already comply with another framework, how much of ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) do I already cover?
ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC) maps to 262 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) Standards Manual (6% coverage), IEC 62351 - Power Systems Communication Security (4% coverage), ISO/IEC 27011:2024 (4% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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