Security in Avionics Systems

The growing threat of cybersecurity attacks in communication systems is an increasing problem in society. The avionics industry cannot ignore the fact that the threats are real and they must protect systems from these attacks. One of the driving concerns is the implementation of the FAA’s NextGen or EASA’s SESAR technologies which will require avionics vendors to replace their proprietary, relatively isolated embedded computer systems with information systems that interoperate and share data throughout FAA’s/EASA’s operations.

Another concern is the emerging urban air mobility (UAM) market that needs to communicate with ground systems. To make the National Airspace (NAS) operate in the most efficient way, all aircraft and ground systems will need to share information in securely. This talk will discuss how to protect avionics system from cybersecurity attacks.

Topics covered include:
•    Overview of security specifications
•    Review of security threat categories (threats/problems)
•    Security system components
•    Data security

Speaker

Philippe Weber

DDC-I

Philippe is an international business leader and aerospace expert with decades of experience driving growth, partnerships, and technical strategy across the MILAERO industry. He leads international business for DDCI, working closely with OEMs, avionics teams, and certification stakeholders to advance safetycritical software solutions. His background spans embedded systems, rugged servers, RTOS platforms, and complex certification environments.

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Philippe is known for his clear, audienceaware communication style, his ability to bridge technical and executive domains, and his longstanding commitment to building partnerships, serving and connecting the global MIL-AERO industries.