Which of the following is NOT a primary relationship for an ACS?

• A. Local Fire Department Chief
• B. Airport Director
• C. FBI Airport Liaison Agent
• D. Air Carrier Managers

Answer: (A)

Ongoing security coordination at an airport’s ACS relies on partners who regularly participate in information sharing and decision-making. The airport operator, represented by the Airport Director, must be involved to align security measures with day-to-day operations. The FBI Airport Liaison Agent provides essential federal threat information and helps coordinate investigations affecting aviation security. Air Carrier Managers from the airlines are key because they implement and enforce security procedures across carrier facilities and flights, and they share relevant security requirements and intel. Local Fire Department Chief, while vital for emergency response, is not a standing member of the ACS coordination group. Fire services are activated through local emergency management and the Incident Command System and are brought in as needed during incidents, not as a primary partner in day-to-day ACS operations.