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EU Fact Sheets – Air transport: Civil aviation security – 20-05-2026

EU Fact Sheets – Air transport: Civil aviation security – 20-05-2026

Source: European Parliament

This fact sheet explains how the EU protects civil aviation from terrorism and unlawful interference. It describes the common security standards that apply to all EU airports, airlines and operators – including rules on passenger and cargo screening, cybersecurity and data protection.

These rules are regularly updated to reflect evolving risks, and Member States, the Commission and Parliament all play a role in shaping, enforcing and scrutinising them. Member States retain the right to apply more stringent measures. •