Updated 14 August 2008                     Durham Tees Valley Airport Security Information                      back to home page

In April 2007 it was publicised on TV & in local newspapers that the airport was recruiting local enthusiasts to help "keep an eye" on the airport, a meeting was called between special branch, airport security and the local spotting/photography community, the response from the enthusiasts was overwhelming. The local spotters were more than happy to report any suspicious goings on in return all that was wanted was some form of ID accepted by airport security that allowed viewing and photography from the public side of the airport. To date, following the meeting nothing has ever come back from the airport management and security at times can be as hostile as ever. Airport security are not keen on anyone going between H1 & H2 even though since as far back as I can remember it's always been overlooked for anyone nipping down for a photo. Our advice if you have to go between the hangars make it quick and if told to leave do so. Enthusiasts will keep their end of the deal and report suspicious activity shame the airport can't make an effort to do something in return.

For now please carry on as normal, if you are challenged by the authorities be polite and courteous, accept what they say and spot/photograph from where you are allowed.

The leaflet below gives you an idea of what you need to look out for and telephone numbers to report any suspicious activities on.