FAA Deploys 'Comprehensive Approach' as U.S. Braces for Potential Russian Hacking

The agency says it is collaborating closely on cybersecurity with the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Defense, airports, and airlines.

Kimberly Johnson

Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at 04:49 PM ET

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Aspiring controllers undergo training at the FAA’s Oklahoma City training center. [Courtesy: FAA]

Key Takeaways:

The FAA is deploying a "comprehensive approach" to secure U.S. air traffic facilities and aircraft systems against potential cyberattacks, specifically amid warnings of possible Russian cyber warfare.
This strategy involves requiring manufacturers to build in cyber defenses during aircraft certification, continuously monitoring systems for threats, and collaborating with other government agencies, airports, and airlines through initiatives like the Aviation Cyber Initiative.
The article also highlights the broader context of U.S. warnings regarding potential Russian cyberattacks, counter-accusations from Russia, and expert analysis on the aviation industry's complex vulnerabilities to ransomware and other cyber threats affecting flight operations.

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The FAA says it is deploying a “comprehensive approach” to securing air traffic facilities amid heightened warnings of possible Russian cyberattacks on U.S. businesses and infrastructure.

“The Federal Aviation Administration is responsible for securing systems and services at its air traffic facilities and has a comprehensive approach to protect them from cybersecurity threats,” a spokesperson from the FAA told FLYING.