ANSWERS
Aircraft – ANSWERS-fixed wind aircraft of helicopter.
Air Operations Area (AOA) - ANSWERS-This area includes aircraft movement areas, aircraft
parking areas, aircraft loading ramps, and aircraft safety areas, and any adjacent areas (such as
general aviation areas).
Airport Police - ANSWERS-Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) officers working at the
Airport.
Airport Security Manager - ANSWERS-the Airport's primary contact for security-related
activities, communications, training and compliance with TSA regulations.
Airport Security Program (ASP) - ANSWERS-an airport operator's security program required and
approved by the TSA. Airports must follow approved programs and ensure those security
measures outlined in the program are complied with by all tenants and users of the Airports.
Airfield - ANSWERS-A part of the AOA, that support aircraft operations, such as runways and
taxiways.
Challenge - ANSWERS-a demand to produce and display an Airport Security ID Card in
accordance with TSA regulations. Personnel with an Airport Security ID Card are required to
challenge anyone not appropriately displaying an Airport Security ID Card in the restricted areas
of the airport.