April 17, 2023
With just a few keystrokes, hackers may be able to collect personal data from aircraft passengers or flight operations employees, gain control of finances and even damage a company’s IT infrastructure. Guarding against cyberattacks requires participation and vigilance by everyone in your aviation operation, as well as cooperation from vendors and support providers. “Designate a security champion,” recommends Satcom Direct’s Josh Wheeler. “Let someone be a conduit that can raise the [cybersecurity] bar for the entire group. They can help define SOPs.”
In this episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
- Patrick Morrissey, technical fellow in product cybersecurity for Collins Aerospace
- Josh Wheeler, senior director of entry into service and cybersecurity at Satcom Direct
The NBAA Flight Plan podcast, which ran from 2009 to 2025, provided an overview of important developments affecting NBAA members, and the association’s work to advocate for their interest. The archive of past episodes will remain available for your enjoyment. Please note that no new episodes will be released.
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