The Airport Security Unit (ASU) is the airport police of the Hong Kong Police Force and is tasked with the security of Hong Kong International Airport. The unit was formed in 1977 as the Special Action Squad on standby for security at Kai Tak Airport and was renamed the Airport Security Unit in 1978 after a review. It moved to the new airport at Chek Lap Kok in 1998. Its duties centre on terrorist situations such as aircraft hijacking and sabotage, supporting the capture of criminals trying to leave through the airport, and protecting visiting dignitaries. Recruits pass a two phase selection course and a ten week training course, and the unit trains on a purpose built range that simulates a terminal and an aircraft interior.
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In 1998, the ASU moved to the Chek Lap Kok Airport.
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The ASU was originally formed in 1977
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is the airport police of the Hong Kong Police Force
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In 1998, the ASU moved to the Chek Lap Kok Airport.
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is the airport police of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF)
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is the airport police of the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF)
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