Securing cargo through express delivery services like Quikjet requires a different approach than passenger screening. Ensuring the safety of air cargo involves a multi-layered strategy that safeguards the smooth flow of goods across the skies. This comprehensive process includes rigorous screening, detailed risk assessments, fortified supply chains, and the integration of advanced technology.
In today’s fast-paced air freight industry, aviation security is more critical than ever. Quikjet’s Chief Security Officer, Jijesh K. D, based in Bangalore, oversees a broad spectrum of responsibilities—ranging from security audits, inspections, and training to ramp safety, fraud detection, security equipment management, and handling dangerous goods.
A dedicated team of over 30 security personnel operates across Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Mumbai airports. The team is operational 24X7 however, their administrative affairs begin at 9:00 a.m. with the CSO reviewing emails and directives from regulatory authorities and station security chiefs. He then holds virtual briefings with station security leaders to discuss operational status and concerns. This communication ensures seamless information flow, enabling the team to identify and mitigate risks proactively. The day concludes with an in-depth operations meeting to address ongoing issues.
Security teams at the airports are prepared for any situation from the moment they begin their day. Amit Kumar Tripathi in Mumbai, Ankam Vinay Kumar in Hyderabad, Anand Prasad in Delhi, and T. Charan Chandra Reddy in Bangalore start their mornings with a briefing for the CSO. When a Quikjet aircraft arrives, security staff conduct thorough checks for any leftover cargo or suspicious objects. Cargo acceptance involves strict adherence to Dangerous Goods Regulations, with personnel certified by DGCA-recognized institutions. Security functions extend to surveillance, cargo escorting, access control, and safeguarding valuable shipments during loading.
Overall, Quikjet’s security framework exemplifies a rigorous, coordinated effort to uphold safety standards, protect cargo, and adapt to the dynamic landscape of air freight security.
