The Airforwarders Association is against the TSA's plans for privatization.

The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has expressed concerns over proposals to privatize parts of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), arguing that reduced federal oversight could compromise aviation security established post-September 11, 2001. Executive Director Brandon Fried emphasized that weakening federal control could reintroduce vulnerabilities. While the air cargo sector has successfully implemented public-private security frameworks, the AfA insists this model should not extend to passenger screening without robust TSA oversight, urging policymakers to uphold and enhance TSA authority for consistent aviation security.