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Aviation Security Functions

Categories: (Aviation | Safety and Security)

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is responsible for security for all modes of transportation. Please visit the TSA's web site for security-related information: http://www.tsa.gov

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for civil aviation safety, including developing safety regulations, and certifying pilots and aircraft. See the FAA web site for this information: http://www.faa.gov

For further assistance, please contact the FAA and/or the TSA directly with your question.

Questions, comments, or complaints about transportation security may be sent by e-mail to:
TSA-ContactCenter@dhs.gov

The toll free line for questions from the public is (866) 289-9673.

For additional TSA contact information see:
http://contact.tsa.dhs.gov/default.aspx

The TSA Headquarters mailing address can be found at:
http://contact.tsa.dhs.gov/default.aspx

To contact the FAA office, please see: http://www.faa.gov/contact



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