RESEARCH DIRECTIONS ON CYBERSECURITY IN CIVIL AVIATION – LITERATURE REVIEW
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The article aims to identify and characterize the main directions of research on cybersecurity in civil aviation from 2015 to 2025 (as of July 2025). The research was based on publications available in the Scopus database. Bibliometric analysis enabled the identification of research clusters, which were then characterized based on the literature. The results define key research areas such as system standardization, risk management, threat detection, anomaly detection, and emerging technologies (e.g., Internet of Things, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain). A less frequently discussed issue is, for example, the impact of the human factor on cybersecurity in civil aviation. A limited number of review publications systematizing existing knowledge were also identified. The article emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to cybersecurity in the aviation sector. Further research should focus on the integration of emerging technologies, including interoperability, standardization, and regulatory compliance. Issues related to the human factor, risk analysis, and resilience to cyber threats are also of key importance.
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