networking, and a high tech in-flight entertainment system (IFE). During the certification process the FAA

is full of technology including a composite material skin, a fiber optic data bus for networking, and a high tech in-flight entertainment system (IFE). During the certification process the FAA issued a special condition that required Boeing to prove the aircraft’s common network was secure against hacker intrusion. Some industry analysts have pointed out that the only reason for this special condition is because the technology used on the aircraft are beyond definitions and concepts contained within current certification rules. Useful sources (feel free to research others): Bellamy III, W. (2015, June 25). Network security program proposed to improve aircraft cyber security. Government Accountability Office. (2015, April). FAA needs a more comprehensive approach to address cybersecurity as agency transitions to NextGen. Retrieved from McHale, J. (2005). AFDX technology to improve communications on Boeing 787. . Retrieved from Schneier, B. (2015, April). Could you plane be hacked? . Retrieved from or TTTech. (n.d.). Advanced control systems for Boeing 787 Dreamliner: Hamilton Sundstrand’s TTP-based communication platform. Retrieved from Zetter, K. (2015). Hackers could commandeer new placed through passenger Wi-Fi. . Retrieved from Questions the presentation must address: