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Call for Papers

Human Factors in Aviation

Human factors play a crucial role in the aviation and aerospace industries, impacting safety, efficiency, and the effectiveness of operations. This special issue invites high quality, original research articles, reviews, case studies, and perspectives that contribute to understanding and improving human interactions with aviation systems, procedures, and environments. We welcome interdisciplinary studies that incorporate insights from psychology, engineering, computer science, and education, as well as research on emerging topics in aviation human factors. 

Topics of Interest 

Potential topics for this special issue include, but are not limited to: 

• Human-Technology Interaction: Automation, augmented reality, and adaptive systems in aviation. 

• Human Error and Safety: Cognitive and physical factors in aviation safety and error mitigation. 

• Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Distributed Work in the Aviation System: Team dynamics, communication, coordination and collaboration, and decision-making. 

• Training and Education: Innovations in training methodologies. 

• Fatigue and Stress Management: Impacts of workload, fatigue, and stress on aviation professionals. 

• Human Factors in Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS): Challenges and opportunities in UAS and remote operations. 

• Ergonomics and Design: Optimizing cockpit, control rooms, and airport interfaces. 

• Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics in Aviation Human Factors: Using data analytics to identify trends, optimize performance, and improve decision-making in aviation. 

Guest Editorial Board 

We are honored to have the following experts as Guest Editors: 

Dr. Kathy Abbott 

Chief Scientific and Technical Advisor, Flight Deck Human Factors 
Federal Aviation Administration 

Dr. Barbara Holder 

Presidential Research Fellow and Associate Professor
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 

Dr. Joseph Keebler 

Professor of Human Factors and Behavioral Neurobiology
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 

Dr. Philip Smith 

Professor of Integrated Systems Engineering
The Ohio State University 

We look forward to receiving your submissions and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in aviation human factors. Join us in shaping the future of aviation through impactful research! 

Important Dates 

• Manuscript Submission Deadline: May 31^st 2025 

• Notification of Acceptance: October 31^st 2025 

• Publication Date: December 2025 

Submission Guidelines

Please see the journal’s Submission Guide and Policies for instructions and select Human Factors as the Document Type when submitting your article.

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Cybersecurity for Aviation & Integrated Multi-Modal Transportation

The rapid digitalization of aviation and multi-modal transportation systems (e.g., air-rail-sea-road integration) has revolutionized operational efficiency and passenger experience. However, this interconnectivity also exposes critical infrastructure to escalating cyber threats, such as ransomware attacks on air traffic control systems, data breaches in smart logistics networks, and AI-driven adversarial manipulations. These vulnerabilities threaten not only economic stability but also public safety and global supply chain resilience.

This special issue seeks to bridge the gap between theoretical research, policy frameworks, and practical implementations in cybersecurity for aviation and multi-modal systems. We invite submissions that address emerging challenges, innovative solutions, and educational strategies to secure next-generation transportation ecosystems.

Topics of Interest

Submissions may include, but are not limited to, the following themes and topics:

• Technological Innovations: AI/ML-driven threat detection and anomaly prediction in aviation systems; Blockchain for secure data sharing across multi-modal networks; Post-quantum cryptography in air traffic management; Securing IoT-enabled smart airports and autonomous vehicles.
  
  
• Human-Centric Challenges: Cybersecurity training for aviation professionals and multi-modal operators; Behavioral analysis of insider threats in critical infrastructure; Human-AI collaboration for real-time incident response.
  
  
• Policy and Governance: Global standards for cross-border cyber risk management (e.g., ICAO, IMO); Legal implications of cyber-physical attacks on integrated transport systems; Privacy-preserving frameworks for passenger data in smart mobility.
  
  
• Case Studies and Lessons Learned: Resilience analysis of recent cyber incidents (e.g., ransomware on maritime ports); Red team/blue team exercises in airport cybersecurity simulations; Best practices for cyber-physical system recovery in hybrid transportation networks.
  
  
• Educational Initiatives: Curriculum development for aviation cybersecurity degrees; Gamification of cybersecurity training in transportation education; Public awareness campaigns on cyber-safe travel behaviors

Guest Editorial Board

We are pleased to welcome these experts as Guest Editors:

Dr. Yongxin Liu

Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Dr. Hongyun Chen

Associate Professor of Civil Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Dr. Lu Gao

Associate Professor of Construction Management
University of Houston

Dr. Yunpeng Zhang

Associate Professor of Computer Information Systems and Information Systems Security
University of Houston

Important Dates

• Manuscript Submission Deadline: December 15^th 2025

• Notification of Acceptance: March 15^th 2026

• Publication Date: June 2026

Submission Guidelines

Please see the journal’s Submission Guide and Policies for instructions and select Cybersecurity as the Document Type when submitting your article.

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