Cabin Baggage National X-Ray Competency Test (NXCT) – Version 3.1 – (Build 3) – Release 5 Dated December 2019
Anyone carrying out the screening of cabin baggage using x-ray or Explosive Detection Systems (EDS) equipment must be in possession of a valid Cabin Baggage NXCT certificate. It is a mandatory requirement that the NXCT is re-passed at least every 13 months.
Approved Cabin Baggage NXCT Test Managers
Hold Baggage National X-Ray Competency Test (NXCT) – Version 3.1 – (Build 3) – Release 5 Dated December 2019 (updated)
Anyone carrying out the screening hold baggage by x-ray or EDS equipment must be in possession of a valid HBS NXCT certificate. It is a mandatory requirement that the NXCT is re-passed at least every 13 months.
Approved Hold Baggage NXCT Test Managers
Cargo and Mail National X-Ray Competency Test (NXCT) – Version 3.1 – (Build 3) – Release 6 Dated December 2019
Anyone carrying out the screening of air cargo and mail using x-ray or EDS equipment must be in possession of a valid cargo NXCT certificate.. It is a mandatory requirement that the NXCT is re-passed at least every 13 months.
Approved Cargo NXCT Test Managers
Approval Process
The test manager must have successfully completed at least one of the following certified training courses:
- Aviation Security Managers
- Ground Instructor
- Cargo Managers (Cargo Test Managers only)
If you are interested in becoming approved to deliver the Cabin Baggage, Hold Baggage or Cargo and Mail NXCT, you will need to meet the NXCT approval criteria. Please complete the NXCT application form and send requests for approval and enquiries to: avsec.training@avsec.caa.co.uk.
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