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Understanding TSA/CCSF Regulations: Best Practices for Secure Air Cargo

August 29, 2025
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When it comes to secure air cargo, compliance isn’t optional—it’s the ticket to keeping freight moving. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Certified Cargo Screening Facility (CCSF) program set the standards for how shipments must be screened before boarding passenger aircraft.

At Global CFS, we live and breathe this process, ensuring freight is screened efficiently, compliantly, and without disrupting tight airfreight schedules. Whether you’re a forwarder, shipper, or carrier, understanding TSA/CCSF regulations is key to protecting cargo and keeping it on schedule.

TSA & CCSF in Plain Terms

  • TSA Oversight – Sets national security standards for air cargo.
  • CCSF Program – Allows approved facilities to screen cargo before it reaches the airport.
  • Why It Matters – Screening delays at the airport can mean missed flights, extra costs, and unhappy customers.

Best Practices for TSA/CCSF Compliance

  • Pre-Plan Shipments – Ensure screening requirements are known before cargo arrives.
  • Use Certified Facilities – Work with CCSFs that meet TSA’s strict standards for screening technology, trained personnel, and secure handling.
  • Document Everything – Maintain clear records for screening results, chain of custody, and regulatory compliance.
  • Stay Current – TSA regulations can change; regular training and communication with partners keep you compliant.
  • Integrate Screening into the Supply Chain – Make it part of the standard workflow, not a last-minute task.

Global CFS: Your CCSF Advantage

From our strategically located facilities to our trained screening teams, we help clients meet TSA requirements without slowing down their supply chain. Our process is built on speed, accuracy, and security—so your freight moves confidently and compliantly.

“In secure air cargo, compliance isn’t a checkpoint—it’s the runway. The sooner you build it into your process, the faster your freight takes off.” — Steve Panzarella, President, Global CFS

In the world of secure air cargo, there’s no room for guesswork. Partner with a CCSF provider who knows the rules inside and out—and can keep your cargo compliant, secure, and on schedule.

Contact Global CFS today to learn how our TSA-compliant screening can strengthen your airfreight operations.