TSA: Flying while armed Flashcards
What agency issues the NLETS identifier?
TSA
Which of the following persons would be authorized to fly armed?
a. A non-federal LEO on official travel to attend training.
b. A LEO in control of a prisoner.
c. A LEO conducting a hazardous surveillance operation.
d. A LEO on official travel with a requirement to arrive prepared for duty.
e. all the above
e.
When must the aircraft operator be notified that you will be traveling armed?
At least 1 hours prior to departure
Who should be contacted in advance for traveling Armed on an International flight?
- Embassy/consulate of the destination country
- Department of State
What LEOs are exempt from signing the LEO logbook at the screening checkpoint?
Federal Air Marshals
T or F? The PIC can refuse to allow an armed LEO to board the aircraft for safety reasons.
True
T or F? The PIC cannot retain a LEO’s weapon during the flight.
True
T or F? You are required to know the identity and seat location of all other armed personnel on board.
True
T or F? You must exercise sound judgment prior to taking any action.
True
T or F? If a FAM Team responds to an incident, you should immediately lend assistance.
False
T or F? You should allow the cabin crew to handle most non-life threatening incidents.
True
Which individuals do not require armed escort under Title 49 CFR part 1544.221?
Individuals traveling with a prisoner, who is under armed escort.
Non-violent Detainees.
Prisoners under Voluntary Protective Escort.
When escorting a prisoner on an aircraft, what is the correct procedure?
Board before other passengers and seat the prisoner in the rear of the aircraft.
What is the maximum amount of tear gas, OC spray, or similar chemicals that can be placed in checked baggage?
4 fluid ounces
