From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast

From The Runway Up: An Airport and Aviation Podcast


Ensuring Public Safety, One Passenger at a Time

January 09, 2020

Whether it's assisting travelers in medical emergencies, training for an aircraft rescue and firefighting simulation, or assisting in Presidential visits, the Department of Public Safety at McGhee Tyson Airport is critical to passenger safety and the continuous operations of the airport. In this episode, hear from Chief Tom Aiken as he shares the training and experience it takes to be a police, fire, and medically-trained airport officer.