When you are being searched by an aviation security officer, they can use aids and devices to help with the search. The rules about using these aids and devices are the same as those in Section 12(6) and (7) of the Aviation Crimes Act 1972. This applies when the search is carried out under section 141.

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Transport and travel > Air travel

156: Right of access for aviation security officers, or

"Aviation security officers can enter certain areas to keep people safe"

158: Use of dogs, or

"Aviation security officers can use special dogs to help with their work"

Part 5Aviation security
Aviation security services and aviation security powers: Other rights and powers of aviation security officers

157Use of aids and devices for searching

Section 12(6) and (7) of the Aviation Crimes Act 1972 applies to searching carried out under section 141.