Security

Dassault Falcon Jet has isolated systems to protect them in the wake of the cyberattack that occurred a few weeks after Embraer suffered a cyberattack.

Universal Trip Support will waive its fees on various services for operators attempting humanitarian flights involving Covid-19 delivery.

Three cybersecurity offerings from CCX monitor and defend a business aircraft’s onboard network.

Embraer IT specialists have isolated certain systems to protect the overall computer network after a cyberattack.

Astronautics Corporation has received additional FAA funding to continue with phase two of its Aircraft Systems Information Security/Protection study.

NATA has already trained 5,000 crew members on human trafficking awareness and mitigation, but believes much more needs to be done.

Satcom Direct has added a network operations center to aggregate, collate, and analyze data generated by business aircraft activity.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection pre-clearance for general aviation flights to the U.S. will resume this Sunday at Ireland’s Shannon Airport.

The FAA will evaluate at least 10 drone mitigation technologies/systems at its William J. Hughes Technical Center in New Jersey.

An amendment to ban U.S. government use of Chinese drones appears almost certain to become law within weeks.

Better theater situational awareness, expanded missile defenses, armed UAVs and a light aircraft carrier are on Seoul’s shopping list.

A reported ransomware attack that shut down several data services at Garmin over the past day includes those in its aviation portfolio.

A California man who lasered a sheriff’s helicopter in 2017 has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison.

The Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) is planning to proceed with its 2020 show in Dubai in December.

Northern Jet Management looks to a leaner and more efficient operation with the addition of Web Manuals services.

The planned launch of a SpaceX rocket with a crewed Dragon capsule has prompted a pair of TFRs that will close off sections of Central Florida’s airspace.

As business aviation operators look to function in the Covid-19 era, they will have to adapt to many changes from the environment they once knew.

The former LightSquared telecom network is accused of GPS interference again, but this time under a new company name, Ligado Networks.

The company is offering the disinfectant service at its Hong Kong and Macau facilities with plans to expand it to off-site customers.

For those still flying, or about to restart, the world has changed from pre-Covid-19 days.

The International Business Aviation Council has turned to virtual audits for IS-BAO and IS-BAH certifications.

AFV Partners' purchase of Aircraft Performance Group will open opportunities for technological developments in flight planning and operations.

Business Aircraft Operators Need to Pay Attention to Covid-19 Security and Medical Concerns

Passengers on a charter flight from the UK to France were denied entry at Marseille Airport, highlighting the complexity of current travel restrictions.

An arson attack destroyed the cockpit of an Erickson Air Crane on station in Chile.

The European Union's external border will be closed to most non-citizens for at least 30 days, but flight crew will still be allowed entry.

Participants in NATA's Safety 1st training are now eligible for a free CrewID badge that can verify their credentials and certifications.

The virus will likely affect the Chinese economy and others, but how much remains to be seen.

Many flight deck cyberattack scenarios involve the use of only basic radio equipment.

The guidance offers considerations for operators during flight planning as well as resources for them to tap before, during and after a mission.