Securing IT in the sky

Along with IT systems and communication links comes IT security as a new factor when evaluating and monitoring the operational risk that needs to be managed during the operation of the aircraft.

Technological developments in the areas of communication infrastructures and information technologies, as well as the highly competitive and efficiency driven air travel market, have resulted in the emergence of IT systems inside and outside the aircraft.

These IT systems ensure safety and operational reliability of the aircraft while delivering services to crew and passengers. As such, engineers from Airbus and other companies have also introduced IT security when evaluating and monitoring the operational risk that needs to be managed from development through production to operation of the aircraft.