Data protection in payment platforms and their industry-required standards

In both commercial and private aviation, payment platforms handle large volumes of sensitive data: financial information, card details, transaction records, customer contact data, and more.

Any breach within this system can compromise an airline’s operational integrity, cause multimillion-dollar losses, and damage customer trust.

That’s why platforms specializing in aeronautical payments must comply with the highest data protection standards required by the industry.

What Types of Data Are Protected in a Payment Platform?

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  Credit and debit card data

• Banking information (ACH, transfers, accounts)

• User and operator identification and credentials

• Payment and consumption history by flight or airport

• Access levels and hierarchical authorizations

• Billing data and contracts with service providers

Each of these elements requires encryption, traceability, and access control to prevent fraud, data leaks, or unauthorized use.

Security Standards Every Platform Must Meet

1. PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)

This is the most important international standard for platforms that process card payments. It requires:

• Data encryption in transit and at rest

• Access controls and secure passwords

• Continuous monitoring and audit logs

• Vulnerability testing and frequent updates

2. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

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This ensures system access is validated through dual verification (e.g., password + temporary code), preventing unauthorized access caused by stolen credentials.

3. Role-Based and Hierarchical Permission Control

Not all users should have access to all information. The platform must allow specific permissions based on user roles such as finance, operations, or auditing.

4. Action Traceability (Audit Logs)

Every action within the platform must be recorded: who did what, when, and from which device. This enables the detection of errors, fraud, or misuse.

5. Compliance with Local and International Regulations

Beyond PCI DSS, platforms must comply with regulations such as the GDPR in Europe, Personal Data Protection laws in Latin America, and other local requirements.

How to Protect Your Operational Data

Your platform should be designed with security as a core principle, offering:

• Secure cloud infrastructure with certified data centers

• Advanced end-to-end encryption

• Multi-factor authentication for all access points

• Configurable roles and permissions by user or group

• Full auditing of financial and administrative activity

• Technical support with incident response protocols

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Security is not improvised

Do you want to ensure your airline meets the highest data protection standards?

Jet Man Pay provides a secure, robust, and scalable platform—without compromising the confidentiality or integrity of your information.

Visit our website to learn more.