AA.VIII.B.R4FAA-S-ACS-11A · Nov 2023Risk management
Airport/seaplane base security procedures.
Airport/seaplane base security procedures.
Bottom line
Movement through or into a SIDA is prohibited without authorization and proper identification being displayed. Pilots or passengers without proper identification that are observed entering a SIDA may be reported to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) or airport security and may be subject to civil and criminal fines and prosecution. Report suspicious activity to the TSA by calling AOPA’s Airport Watch Program, 866-427-3287.
FAA references
- AIM 2-3-15 (Security Identification Display Area (SIDA)) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
- AIM 7-6-9 (Seaplane Safety) — AIM Basic 2/20/25 w/ Change 1 (8/7/25) & Change 2 (1/22/26)
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