January 7, 2026
The Evolution of Aviation Security: Managing Risk at a Global Scale with Rich Davis
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In this episode
In this episode, Fred Burton sits down with Rich Davis, former Chief Security Officer of United Airlines, to explore the evolution of aviation security and what it takes to manage risk at a truly global scale. Drawing on decades of leadership experience, Rich shares how collaboration, intelligence sharing, and a strong duty of care mindset have reshaped airline security—and why relationships across the private sector and government remain critical to preventing the next crisis.
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What you’ll learn
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How aviation security has evolved in response to global threats and regulatory change
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Why collaboration and trusted relationships are foundational to effective risk management
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What “duty of care” looks like in practice for organizations with globally mobile workforces
More about our guest
Rich Davis is a trusted leader in security and aviation with over 40 years of experience, including two decades as Chief Security Officer at United Airlines. He has held top leadership roles with global organizations like the International Air Transport Association and served on influential advisory councils such as OSAC and DSAC. Rich continues to shape the future of security through board leadership with ISMA, DSP, and the International Security Foundation, along with advisory roles for ASIS, International SOS, and Ontic.
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