AIRCRAFT DESIGN AND CERTIFICATION
The type certification of aircraft is a complex undertaking, whether it is a new aircraft or a modification requiring supplemental type certificate.
Rob Clare, Senior Consultant
Rob Clare, Senior Consultant at User Centric Design:
“ Many aircraft manufacturers do not realise the benefit of involving Human Factors expertise at an early stage, where the decision support through user-centred techniques will contribute to an easier route to certification. With the latest developments in eVTOLs and the desire to incorporate more automation, the role of HF is essential from the early concept phase of an aircraft programme.”
User Centric Design offers expertise in flight deck design and certification experience with exploring designs compliant to CS/FAR Part 25, demonstrating and reporting to JCAB, EASA and FAA.
Our Services Include:
Developing HF management plans for aircraft development programmes
Developing flight deck design philosophies suited to crew operational concepts, allocation of function, and crew capabilities and limitations
Flight deck development activities, including:
Design eye position and field of view definition
Rig testing to develop flight deck layout options
Selection of avionic suites and systems suited to intended operations and end users
Early assessment of HMIs
Certification planning including:
Writing HF certification plans, defining means of compliance, extra scrutiny items
Creation of test campaigns for rig, simulator and flight tests
Scenario-based testing to demonstrate failure management and compliance to 14 CFR Part 25.1302
Support to development and submission of HF certification documents:
Certification Review Items
Certification Plans
Test plans and reports
Aircrew Manuals and Quick Reference Handbooks
Maintenance recommendations
