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We are very pleased to announce that the 4th INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
ON AVIATION EMERGENCIES will take place March 29 - April 1, 2004, at the
Sheraton Suites on the Hudson in Weehawken, New Jersey (just across the
Hudson River, less than 1 mile from Manhattan's Times Square).
The 4-day event will focus on
- Aviation
Terrorism and Security (Day 1, Monday);
- Preparedness
and Response to Airplane Accidents and Airport Emergencies (Day
2, Tuesday);
- Emergency
Medical and Public Health Issues -- from SARS to Smallpox (Day
3, Wednesday);
- Crisis
and Consequence Management in the Aviation Industry, including
Planning, Communication, Cooperation, Competence Training, and
Business Continuity (Day 4, Thursday).
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As we have in years past, we will deliver top-notch presentations and training,
outstanding networking opportunities, and the overall value that our attendees
have experienced and come to expect.
The theme "Managing Credible Threats" emphasizes the importance
of identifying hazards and assessing risks by using factual data and plausible
methods. The aviation industry faces a myriad of new challenges and threats
-- some needing more attention than others.
For instance, the
probability, dynamics, and consequences of plane accidents has certainly
changed over times, making some of the existing regulations and requirements
look outdated and questionable.
On the other hand, the exposure of thousands of people packed inside large
terminal buildings may be a growing concern. Recent events (i.e., Duesseldorf,
Germany or LAX) demonstrate that those vulnerabilities must be addressed
by airlines and airports, and should be recognized by regulatory entities.
To improve preparedness and response to aviation emergencies, the Symposium
will once again offer an excellent environment for participants from all
over the world to exchange experiences and knowledge on mitigation strategies,
policies, resources, and equipment.
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