Explore a 21-minute conference talk from RSA Conference that challenges misconceptions about hackers and their potential role in enhancing aviation cybersecurity. Delve into the speaker's background as a fighter pilot and current CISO, examining the complex aviation ecosystem and its cybersecurity challenges. Discover how dispelling hacker myths can foster trust and collaboration between government, industry, and the hacking community. Learn about initiatives like Aviation Village, Hacking on the Hill, and vulnerability disclosure programs that demonstrate the positive impact of ethical hacking. Gain insights into the National Strategy for Aviation Security and international efforts to bolster safe air travel through improved cybersecurity measures.