Course Description
This two-week course is especially suited to aircrew, engineers and analysts who require an introduction and hands-on experience in Avionics Systems Flight Test. This course is designed for newcomers to the field, experienced personnel who are returning to the field and Flight Test Managers and support personnel newly assigned to a systems flight test program. In addition to systems theory and operating practice, the principles and techniques of avionics flight testing are emphasized to provide students with a firm understanding and background necessary to participate immediately in any flight test program upon return to their respective organizations. Practical flight exercises are structured to build on material covered in the classroom lectures and to reinforce the students’ knowledge through practical application of theory.
Subjects Covered
Introduction
Navigational Aids
Electro Optics
Avionics Systems Flight Test
Data Acquisition
Oral & Written Reports
Basic Navigation
GPS
TRB/SRB
System Architecture
Communications
Human Factors
Instrumentation
RADAR
INS
TSPI
RADAR Test
Controls & Displays
CEP And Statistic
S/W Development
HUD
Pre-requisites
There are no formal prerequisites for attendance at this course. Familiarity with calculus, mechanics, technical reporting and PC operation (MS Office) are helpful.