Practical Action Plan for Cybersecurity Implementation

Abstract: This report presents a practical action plan for cybersecurity (PAC) in civil aviation, emphasizing coordinated efforts between states, industry, stakeholders, and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The plan builds upon the resolutions adopted during the 39th and 40th ICAO Assemblies (A39-19 and A40-10), which highlight the urgent need to protect critical aviation infrastructure from cyberattacks and to establish a sustainable framework for cybersecurity governance. The PAC provides a structured approach for identifying, preventing, detecting, responding to, and recovering from cyber threats, while fostering collaborative mechanisms among relevant parties. It outlines a set of principles, measures, and actions aligned with the seven fundamental elements of ICAO’s cybersecurity strategy, aiming to strengthen resilience, enhance operational safety, and ensure the integrity of civil aviation information systems.