Aviation cybersecurity is emerging as a critical concern since modern aircraft increasingly depend on advanced digital systems for navigation, communication, and engine performance. Previously isolated, these systems are now interconnected, exposing them to cyber threats like GPS spoofing and ransomware attacks on airline infrastructure. With the growing sophistication of nation-state actors and criminal groups, the aviation sector confronts an expanding attack surface, presenting potential life-or-death outcomes. Addressing these risks is crucial not only for passenger safety but also for the resilience of global transportation networks.
Serge Christiaans, a former pilot in the Dutch Air Force with expertise in electronic and hybrid warfare, transitioned to commercial flying with Singapore Airlines and currently serves as the Lead Instructor and Program Director at the Aviation Cyber Academy. He converses with Gregor Vand on a podcast about the intersection of aviation and cybersecurity, the concept of the aircraft as a digital attack surface, hybrid warfare, the pressing need for aviation cyber resilience, among other topics.
Gregor Vand, a security-oriented technologist and former CTO in cybersecurity, cyber insurance, and software engineering companies, is based in Singapore. He is reachable via his website or LinkedIn profile.