Selected aspects of research regarding safety of hazardous materials air transportation

Scientific research is fundamental for progress made not only in the field of technology, but also in perceiving the reality that surrounds us, or even increasing the security of our existence. Following article aims to underline the need for research in the area of safety of hazardous materials (Hazmat) air transportation. Its creation does not result from an attempt to confirm something that is commonly known, namely the necessity to conduct research in all areas of science. The authors want to draw attention to narrow but forgotten area of security, associated with rapidly growing branch of air transportation including hazardous materials and various threats related with these. As a result of undertaken analysis of existing risks, the directions in which research should be developed were indicated. Further exploration of those areas of security should lead to identification of additional risks as well as the most effective methods of counteracting them.