Ever heard of an ASO (Armed Security Officer)? I guess it's an armed LEO that does not work for an agency while on the aircraft, however, is paid by the airline. Here is a link to the TSA page that talks about it. There is a lot of stuff to sift through but it sounds like it might be a newer thing. IDK. Anybody know what it's all about?
http://www.tsa.gov/lawenforcement/programs/aso_faq.shtm
Quote from the above link,
http://www.tsa.gov/lawenforcement/programs/aso_faq.shtm
Quote from the above link,
2. What are the eligibility requirements for participating in the Armed Security Officer Program (ASOP)?
To be eligible to participate in the ASOP, a person must meet, at a minimum, the following criteria:
* Be at least 21 years of age;
* Be free from any physical condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the requirements of the position;
* Be free from any emotional or mental condition, including any personality disorder or job-relevant psychopathology which might adversely affect the exercise of the requirements of the position;
* Obtain and hold an FAA class II medical certificate.
* Be a U.S. citizen;
* Be an active Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) in good standing; a qualified retired LEO; or a qualified former LE
* in good standing with a minimum of four years law enforcement experience as defined by TSA;
* Have successfully completed a certificated program of basic law enforcement training conducted by an entity authorized to train persons to perform as a law enforcement officer;
* Not have been convicted of any domestic violence offence; and
* Not have had an authorization, deputation, or commission revoked by TSA
To be selected for ASO training, an applicant must:
* Provide and certify the truthfulness of all information, documents, and records required by TSA;
* Consent to and successfully complete any background check, investigation, or assessment required by TSA;
* Successfully complete the on-line application and selection process required by TSA, including the physical, cognitive, medical and firearms assessments; and
* Sign and comply with any nondisclosure agreement required by TSA.
* Arrange scheduled time off to attend training, arrive for training on time, and complete any prerequisite training before class begins.
To be eligible to participate in the ASOP, a person must meet, at a minimum, the following criteria:
* Be at least 21 years of age;
* Be free from any physical condition which might adversely affect the exercise of the requirements of the position;
* Be free from any emotional or mental condition, including any personality disorder or job-relevant psychopathology which might adversely affect the exercise of the requirements of the position;
* Obtain and hold an FAA class II medical certificate.
* Be a U.S. citizen;
* Be an active Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) in good standing; a qualified retired LEO; or a qualified former LE
* in good standing with a minimum of four years law enforcement experience as defined by TSA;
* Have successfully completed a certificated program of basic law enforcement training conducted by an entity authorized to train persons to perform as a law enforcement officer;
* Not have been convicted of any domestic violence offence; and
* Not have had an authorization, deputation, or commission revoked by TSA
To be selected for ASO training, an applicant must:
* Provide and certify the truthfulness of all information, documents, and records required by TSA;
* Consent to and successfully complete any background check, investigation, or assessment required by TSA;
* Successfully complete the on-line application and selection process required by TSA, including the physical, cognitive, medical and firearms assessments; and
* Sign and comply with any nondisclosure agreement required by TSA.
* Arrange scheduled time off to attend training, arrive for training on time, and complete any prerequisite training before class begins.
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