"This approval is the first to allow specially trained personnel on-board the aircraft to have access to TASER technology on commercial flights in the United States. This opens an exciting new market segment for TASER devices for specially trained personnel to defend passengers and aircraft against potential terrorist activities or passengers that present an imminent danger to the safety of the aircraft in flight," stated Tom Smith, president of TASER International.
"According to airline statistics there are approximately 17,700 passenger aircraft in the world that could use this non-lethal technology to provide an additional layer of security for passengers, airline employees, as well as the general public," continued Smith.
"Further, we have developed the TASER conducted energy weapon training program in consultation with major domestic and international airlines that we will provide to all interested parties that may implement this innovative and cost-effective aviation security technology," commented Mr. Smith.