FAA Adds Cyber Rules for Luxury Jet Networks
Published Date: 6/18/2026
Rule
Summary
The FAA is setting new safety rules for the Dassault Falcon 900EX airplane, upgraded by Honeywell Aerospace, to protect its electronic systems from unauthorized internal access. These rules make sure the plane’s digital networks stay safe and secure, matching modern tech needs. The new standards take effect immediately, and folks can send their thoughts by August 3, 2026.
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Must Secure Falcon 900EX Internal Networks
The FAA requires Honeywell’s modification of the Dassault Falcon 900EX to provide isolation or electronic-system security protection from unauthorized sources inside the airplane. The rule is effective June 18, 2026, and it explicitly requires the design to prevent inadvertent or malicious changes to equipment, systems, networks, and other assets needed for safe flight.
Operators Must Follow Continued-Airworthiness Procedures
Honeywell must establish procedures so airplane operators can maintain continued airworthiness and keep the approved electronic-system security safeguards in place, including for post-type-certification modifications. The special conditions take effect June 18, 2026, and comments are due by August 3, 2026.
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