Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recently announced that it earned a $190,000 Cyber Scholarship Program Award from the Department of Defense (DoD) that will help fund the university’s research arm in Prescott, Arizona, as it develops artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to stamp out—or at least help mitigate—cyber threats being posed against aircraft, drones and air traffic control.
ERAU Research Will Help Thwart Aviation Cyber Threats
Key Takeaways:
- Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University received a $190,000 Cyber Scholarship Program Award from the Department of Defense (DoD).
- The funding will support AI research at its Prescott campus to develop technologies for mitigating cyber threats against aircraft, drones, and air traffic control.
- The multi-disciplinary project will utilize an AI server and deep learning techniques to detect and forecast aviation cyber attacks, such as drone position spoofing or compromised drones.
- This initiative also aims to prepare students for careers in AI, autonomy, and cybersecurity across aviation and other emerging industries.
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