Title: Sustainable flight test project tools

Authors: Darli Vieira; Paulo Quattrocchi

Addresses: University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières, 3351 Boulevard des Forges, Trois-Rivières, QC G9A 5H7, Canada ' University of Quebec at Trois-Rivières, 3351 Boulevard des Forges, Trois-Rivières, QC G9A 5H7, Canada

Abstract: One of the most important aspects of the development of a new aviation product is the testing and verification phase. This paper identifies procedures to optimise certification flight test campaigns as one troublesome and unpredictable aspect of aircraft development. Considering a large market historical sample from key aircraft manufacturers for the certification of their products, we conclude that a sustainable approach with flight hour reduction, selected engineering tools and management tools will result in a considerable reduction in fossil fuel expenses and overall product certification time and cost.

Keywords: management tools; flight tests; engineering tools; cost reduction; sustainability.

DOI: 10.1504/IJSA.2018.098424

International Journal of Sustainable Aviation, 2018 Vol.4 No.3/4, pp.178 - 192

Received: 22 Aug 2018
Accepted: 14 Nov 2018
Published online: 22 Mar 2019 *

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