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Cyber-Resilient Cloud Architecture for Digital Air Traffic Management Services

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Imagine if air traffic control worked like a smartphone app store instead of one giant, rigid machine. Instead of buying a whole new system, airports can now pick and choose specific digital tools for landing or takeoff from different specialized providers. To keep this open system safe, it adds a digital security shield that spots and blocks hackers in real-time.

By the numbers
11
partners
7
countries
64%
industry ratio
The business problem

What needed solving

Air Traffic Management relies on rigid, hardware-heavy infrastructure that is difficult to update and vulnerable to increasing cyber-attacks.

The solution

What was built

Validation prototypes for a Triangle Architecture and cyber-resilience tools, including a cybersecurity supervision console and mediation modules.

Audience

Who needs this

Air Navigation Service ProvidersATM Data Service ProvidersAviation Cybersecurity FirmsAirport Infrastructure Operators
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Aviation Infrastructure
enterprise
Target: Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs)

If you are an ANSP dealing with rigid, expensive hardware updates — this project developed a Triangle Architecture that allows you to use specialized virtual services for arrival and departure management without investing in additional hardware.

Cybersecurity
mid-size
Target: Aviation Security Software Vendor

If you are a security vendor dealing with the rise of digital attacks on critical infrastructure — this project developed cyber-resilience tools and a supervision console that monitor attacks and display alerts in a virtual center environment.

Cloud Computing
any
Target: ATM Data Service Provider (ADSP)

If you are an ADSP dealing with monolithic service delivery — this project developed a method to disaggregate services into specific functions like Time Based Separation and Conflict Detection, allowing for more flexible service agreements.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or pricing model for implementing this architecture?

Based on available project data, there is no information regarding the cost or pricing of the developed services.

Can this be scaled to an industrial level across Europe?

Yes, the project is designed to support the Digital European Sky and the European ATM Master Plan, focusing on standardized service interfaces for multiple providers.

Who owns the IP or how is the licensing handled?

Based on available project data, specific IP and licensing terms are not disclosed.

How does this integrate with existing air traffic systems?

It uses a Triangle Architecture to break down services into smaller, specialized ADSPs that connect via standardized service interfaces defined in Service Level Agreements.

What is the timeline for the final rollout?

The project period runs from 2023-06-01 to 2026-05-31.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is heavily industry-driven with a 64% industry ratio, comprising 7 industrial partners and 2 research entities across 7 countries. This strong industrial presence, led by INDRA SISTEMAS SA, suggests a high focus on practical application and commercial viability rather than purely academic research.

How to reach the team

Contact INDRA SISTEMAS SA in Spain

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore licensing opportunities for the Triangle Architecture prototypes.

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