The Importance of Flight Test: Collision Avoidance Testing

This video helps introduce the on-demand course "Flight Test Foundations" presented by Daedalus Aerospace. Learn more and register here:
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The Critical Role of Flight Test in Enhancing Aviation Safety - Insights from Jessica "STING" Peterson, Instructor Flight Test Engineer
Jessica "STING" Peterson discusses the pivotal role of flight testing in identifying and rectifying system deficiencies before they become operational. She shares a real-world example of testing the F-16 Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (Auto GCAS) and its life-saving impact. The video covers flight testing of Auto GCAS, now fielded to avert ground collisions; and the not-yet-fielded Auto Air Collision Avoidance System (Auto ACAS) to prevent midair mishaps. We highlight the rigorous testing and safety measures involved, underlining the importance of finding issues before operational deployment to ensure pilot safety.

00:00 Introduction to Flight Test Foundations
00:36 Real-World Scenario: Testing the F-16 Auto GCAS
01:29 Overview of the F-16 and ACAT Program
04:41 Design Philosophy and Testing of Auto GCAS
09:19 Detailed Testing Procedures for Auto GCAS
20:58 Communication and Safety Protocols
23:44 Real-World Save: Auto GCAS in Action
26:20 Introduction to Auto ACAS
28:07 Testing Challenges and Techniques for Auto ACAS
33:30 Conclusion and Future of Auto ACAS