Transportation Security Administration

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In the midst of catastrophic disasters in the United States within the past decade such as 9/11, American airport bombing attempts, and the birth of various terrorist groups across the country, the implementation of the Transportation Security Administration continues to remain its high priority. Although welcomed with optimism, the new millennium of America unfortunately witnessed the heavy hitting effects of Terrorism, and its strikes against America’s national security. This abrupt cause for concern devastated the country and left the nation vulnerable to such detrimental outside forces as the Al-Qaeda. Only one collective motive of America, safety, was to the forefront of the U.S. government’s train of thought. The situation had to be handled …show more content…

Moreover, the organization implements safety precautions for civilians using morality such as integrity, innovation, and team spirit. When push comes to shove, this cult of over 60,000 employees successfully adhere to the needs of the traveling public. TSA: The new millennial America’s creation that protects national security in all modes of transportation. Keeping America safe one flight at a time.
Contrary to popular belief, the American people heavily pushed the TSA into administration. American reunification was ignited, and the whole country came together to reach the common goal of helping the USA. Thousands of advocates across the nation joined the TSA movement and committed themselves to creating a stronger transportation system that ensures freedom of movement for people and commerce. The goal of creating a nationwide system that catered to almost 500 commercial airports would take the declaration of the US government and the input of US inhabitants. In the November of 2001, President officially passes the Aviation and Transportation Security Act that officially sets TSA in stone. The law currently requires thorough screenings …show more content…

Not only has the United States aviation system successfully avoided tragedies, such as the events of 9/11, but also remains as one of the leaders in aviation safety. Under the current leadership of administrator Peter Neffenger, with the help from his authorized council, TSA continues to deliver prestige security, while upholding their terminal mission statement and core values. Deputy Administrator, Huban Gowadia, Chief of Staff, Alan Metzler, Chief Risk Officer, Ken Fletcher, and Chief of Operations, Gary Rasicot, all oversee subdivisions of the vast administration and adhere to certain regulations involving their department. TSA’s core values: integrity, innovation, and team spirit; furthermore, TSA’s workforce expectations: hard work, professionalism, and integrity, all compile to maintain the strong federal administration year after year. Neffenger invests and builds up the workforce with maximum efforts to eliminate missteps in procedures. Investments would range from public service announcements to official TSA training academies. Employees consciously commit to the dream of the administrator and take an oath of office before beginning their protocols. Despite the doubt of various sources, which claim the Transportation Security Administration to be a deficient program, TSA staff remains adamant on the