Increasing prevalence of K-band antenna installations, coupled with more rigorous application of FAA standards can cause problems for your STCs. \u00a0As explained on APEX Editor’s blog (goo.gl\/eH7lIU<\/a>), the FAA is mandating bird strike test for any STC that includes broadband connectivity. \u00a0Innoviator has delegation to show compliance for your STC to 14 CFR 25.571(e). \u00a0Early involvement in your project can mitigate technical, cost, and schedule risks through the following means:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 1. \u00a0 Design for success: \u00a0we have a proven track record of successful design to 25.571(e) requirements, as well as data-driven design loads.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 2. \u00a0Streamlining the test article construction<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 3. \u00a0Managing\/selecting the right test facility for your project<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 4. \u00a0Test plan construction and approval, test witnessing, and results documentation in FAA standard formats<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n Give us a call today to plan succesful compliance with 14 CFR 25.571(e) into your STC plan<\/p>\n