Unifly completes UTM cybersecurity model project
Unifly, a Terra Drone Corporation group company and a leading provider of Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems, has announced the successful completion of its Unified UTM Cybersecurity Model project, granted…
Unifly, a Terra Drone Corporation group company and a leading provider of Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems, has announced the successful completion of its Unified UTM Cybersecurity Model project, granted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
In partnership with the Rhea Group and NY UAS Test Site (NYUASTS), Unifly said the objective and purpose of the project was to refine a UTM cybersecurity model, including the requirements and certification scheme, and to validate the model in an operational environment.
Andres Van Swalm, CEO at Unifly, said: “We are thrilled to have successfully led this research and development project in collaboration with FAA, Rhea, and FAA-designated UAS Test Site.
“As drone use continues to rise, it’s vital to develop specific cybersecurity measures for UTM to ensure airspace safety and security. We take pride in our key role in this initiative.”
With the rapid growth of the drone industry, ensuring the safety and security of our airspace is more important than ever.
UTM systems have a big responsibility in this regard. The key characteristics of UTM systems – software-based, highly automated, and relatively recent – make them an attractive target for cyberattacks that exploit vulnerabilities, threatening aviation safety, the privacy of airspace users, and business operations.
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