RTCA DO-160 Testing Services
Dynamics, Environmental and Electrical Comprehensive Avionics Testing for Airborne Equipment
E-Labs offers RTCA/DO-160 Dynamic and Vibration Testing to ensure to ensure avionics and airborne electronics can withstand the demanding conditions of flight from catapult takeoffs to flight buffeting and g-forces to carrier landings. The RTCA (Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics) sets the DO-160 standard that defines environmental test criteria for aircraft of every type — from helicopters and general aviation to commercial airliners, jumbo jets, and even supersonic transport.
Why RTCA/DO-160 Testing Matters
Aircraft electronics are constantly exposed to vibration, shock, and dynamic forces. Without proper qualification, these stresses can lead to premature wear or catastrophic failure. By testing to RTCA/DO-160 Section 7 (Vibration) and related dynamic requirements, manufacturers can:
- Validate product durability and long-term reliability
- Meet FAA, EASA, OEM, and military certification requirements
- Reduce the risk of costly in-service failures
- Demonstrate compliance with aerospace industry standards
E-Labs Dynamic & Vibration Testing Capabilities
Our state-of-the-art laboratories reproduce real-world flight conditions with precision. We provide:
- Sine and random vibration testing across a wide frequency spectrum
- Shock and resonance testing to identify weaknesses
- Multi-axis vibration simulations for turbulence, engine harmonics, and rotor/propeller effects
- Custom programs tailored to specific aircraft platforms and components
Applications We Support
E-Labs partners with aerospace and defense manufacturers to qualify avionics and airborne systems, including:
- Flight control systems
- In-cabin and cockpit electronics
- Navigation and communication electronics
- Power distribution units
- Sensors and instrumentation
Additional RTCA DO-160 Testing Services
In addition to dynamic and vibration testing, we perform a wide range of DO-160 environmental tests, including:
- Audio Frequency Susceptibility
- Electrostatic Discharge
- Explosion Proofness
- Flammability (select methods)
- Fluids Susceptibility
- Fungus Resistance
- Humidity & Icing
- Induced Signal Susceptibility
- Lightning Effects (Direct & Induced)
- Magnetic Effect
- Power Input & Voltage Spike
- RF Emission & Susceptibility
- Salt Spray, Sand & Dust
- Temperature, Altitude & Variation
- Waterproofness
Partner with E-Labs for DO-160 Compliance
With decades of experience, our team delivers accurate results, fast turnaround, and reliable documentation for certification and compliance. Whether your program involves commercial, military, or experimental aircraft, E-Labs ensures your products meet the rigorous demands of
RTCA/DO-160 Dynamic and Vibration Testing.
Ensure your products meet the demands of the real world.
Contact E-Labs today to discuss your DO-160 testing needs and ensure your equipment is flight-ready.
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