Section 49

The Minister shall establish and maintain a National

Civil Aviation Security Programme for Brunei Darussalam, designed to enhance the safety and security of civil aviation in Brunei Darussalam.

The Minister shall specify which areas of the aerodrome are restricted areas, into which persons who enter without the requisite permission shall be guilty of an offence.

Personnel charged with maintaining the security of an aerodrome in Brunei Darussalam are authorised to complete all necessary security measures for the protection of civil aviation, including the pre-boarding screening of passengers and baggage.

Notwithstanding the provisions of any other written law, the

Commissioner of Police shall be responsible for protecting the security of aerodromes and has the power to detain as he sees fit any person who has been required to disembark for safety or security reasons.