EASA Part-IS

ISMS scoping under Part IS is about protecting aviation safety, not everything at once. Discover how to define a clear, defensible ISMS scope by focusing on aviation safety elements exposed to information security risks, and why getting this step right makes Part IS compliance far easier.

Part IS compliance depends on people, not technology alone. This article explains which roles matter, why clear accountability is essential, and how the right people make your ISMS effective and compliant.

As aviation becomes increasingly digital, protecting information has become inseparable from protecting safety. EASA Part-IS introduces a framework that strengthens existing safety and compliance systems through the integration of information security. This article breaks down what a safety-focused ISMS looks like in practice - from leadership and scope to incident response and continuous improvement - and explores the mindset shift needed to make Part-IS work.

As aviation becomes increasingly digital and connected, protecting data and systems is now as vital as flight safety itself. The industry’s growing reliance on technology brings new risks that can impact operations and trust. EASA’s Part-IS regulation marks a major step forward, requiring aviation organisations to manage information security just as they do safety. This shift highlights a simple truth: cybersecurity is now an essential part of keeping aviation safe.