Aerospace

RTCA DO-160, Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment

We can perform every test listed below, here at the same location.

If this is an FAA required program click here for guidance.

In many cases, we can run tests simultaneously throughout our lab to make the most of your visit here should you wish to witness or support your product’s operation during the test program. We can also assist or completely prepare your test plan if you desire.

Environ Laboratories is a member of RTCA and participates in the development and ongoing revision of RTCA/DO-160 through Special Committee SC-135. Erik Borgstrom, our EMC Department Manager, is active on the committee handling all EMC/EMI issues and is the change coordinator for section 25. Alan Thompson, our President, is the Change Coordinator for Section 24 and 26 and handles all issues with regard to environmental testing. Together, we keep abreast of all changes and keep you updated with the most recent developments to this standard.

This standard defines a series of minimum standard environmental test conditions and applicable test procedures for airborne equipment. The purpose of these tests is to determine the performance characteristics of airborne equipment in environmental conditions representative of those that may be encountered in airborne operation of the equipment.

RTCA/DO160E is published by RTCA, Inc., a global organization comprised of industry and government representatives, which develops standards to assure the safety and reliability of all Airborne Electronics (Avionics). Manufacturers of aircraft electronic equipment selling their products in the United States, Europe, and around the globe must meet RTCA requirements, including RTCA/DO-160E/F. The European Organization for Civil Aviation Electronics (EUROCAE) works jointly with RTCA in the development of standards, and publishes an identical document, EUROCAE/ED-14D.