Passengers on so-called hop-on charters will have to go through TSA-type security screening under new rules being proposed by the TSA. The carriers operate aircraft weighing more than 12,500 pounds under Part 380 allowing by-the-seat booking of charter aircraft. The will be able to continue flying from FBOs and private hangars but they will have to install equipment necessary to screen passengers and in-cabin luggage and personal items to airline standards according to viewfromthewing.com. The publication said the TSA issued a statement confirming the impending changes, which may occur in six months.
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://www.avweb.com/aviation-news/tsa-imposing-tighter-security-on-part-380-charters