AeroSECURE - The World’s First Aerospace Cybersecurity Consortium

Safeguarding the Future of Aerospace Cybersecurity

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Join the world’s first aerospace cybersecurity research consortium — advancing the protection of aviation, space, and drone systems through collaboration.

AeroSECURE (Aerospace Strategic Exploration of Cybersecurity via University Research & Education) is an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) initiative that unites industry, government, and academia to strengthen the resilience of aerospace systems through research, workforce development, and shared infrastructure.

Join or Inquire about AeroSECURE

Phone: 386-226-7303
Email: corporate.engagement@erau.edu

Upcoming Events

  • Biannual Industry Advisory Board Meetings
  • Aerospace Cybersecurity Symposium (ERAU Campus)
  • Workforce Training Series (online and in-person)

About AeroSECURE

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Leadership

  • Dan Diessner: Executive Director, Center for Aerospace Resilient Systems (CARS)
  • Core Research Faculty: Dr. Akbas, Dr. Razdan, Dr. Pekoz, Dr. Cheatham, Dr. Adkins, Dr. Kandel, Dr. Gupta, Dr. Moni, Dr. Crouse
  • Collaborating Colleges: Engineering, Business, and Worldwide Campus

Embry-Riddle's Unique Assets

  • Integrated Airport: live testing for aviation cybersecurity and GPS resilience
  • Drone Cage: Safe jamming/spoofing environments for advanced UAV testing
  • Wind Tunnels & Simulation Labs: Real-world validation for research models
  • Virtual Tower & Digital Twin: Next-generation simulation of aviation networks
CARS Lab

Mission

To advance aerospace cybersecurity through collaborative research, education, and workforce development, bridging operational and informational technologies.

Vision

A global aerospace ecosystem that is secure, resilient, and prepared for the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

Strategic Goals

  • Develop and test innovative cybersecurity technologies
  • Foster industry-academic collaboration via the NSF IUCRC model
  • Deliver evidence-based research and training
  • Build a trusted aerospace data-sharing ecosystem

Levels

  • Premium Members – $100,000: Two full IAB votes; full research access; ERAU facilities; IP rights; collaboration on research.
  • Investing Member – $50,000: One full IAB vote; full research access; ERAU facilities; IP rights; collaboration on research.
  • Participating Member – $20,000: 0.5 IAB vote; access to research, data, and educational programs.

All Members Receive:

  • Access to anonymized research data and findings
  • Invitations to biannual Industry Advisory Board (IAB) meetings
  • Opportunities to propose research topics
  • Access to specialized training and certificate programs

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Recent Announcements

  • 2025: AeroSECURE launches Phase II under NSF-inspired model
  • ERAU expands interdisciplinary aerospace cybersecurity research team

Press Releases

  • Embry-Riddle Launches World’s First Aerospace Cybersecurity Research Consortium
  • Five Major Aerospace Partners Signal Interest: Boeing, Airbus, GE Aero, Collins, United

Cybersecurity Insights

  • The $10.5 Trillion Threat: Cybersecurity’s Impact on Aerospace
  • Digital Twins and Drones: The New Cyber Frontiers in Aviation

Featured Projects

  • Product Assurance in the Age of AI — SAE Edge Publication initiative
  • AI-Augmented Air Traffic Management — leveraging LLMs for situational awareness
  • GPS Spoofing and EMI Resilience — testing in live airport environments
  • Cybersecurity for Drones & VTOLs — ensuring secure autonomous operations

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