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FPGA DO-254 Certification: Getting Programmable Logic Flight-ready

When I think of an FPGA, I like to think of a mechanical watch—any brand, model, and style you prefer—that you can rewire on the fly (as usual, [...]

2025-11-13T08:32:01-08:00November 10, 2025|DO-254, FPGA, Functional Hazard Assessment|

Why the eVTOL certification rush matters now (the robots are coming)

Why does eVTOL certification matter now? The robots are booming. I'd even say they're really taking off. Intended puns aside, even in late 2025, we still talk about “robots” [...]

2025-10-30T08:25:48-07:00October 30, 2025|Avionics Training Courses|

DO-254 Process Setup Training: How You Build Airworthy Hardware

Imagine a shipyard preparing to build a cutting-edge vessel (an autonomous boat that cleans the ocean, for example). Before a single plate is welded, the keel must be [...]

2025-09-22T12:23:14-07:00September 22, 2025|Aerospace Engineering, DO-254, Process Setup|

Certification Unpacked: A Practical Guide to DO-178C Certification Explained

When you hear Avionics software has been “DO-178C certified,” that often carries a near-magical affirmation. It's the formal stamp of approval, the badge of completion, the final checkbox. [...]

2025-09-04T12:07:46-07:00September 4, 2025|Avionics Projects Planning, DO-178C, Quality Assurance|

Mastering DO-178C Through a Quality Assurance Workshop

Let's say you're attending a world-class symphony performance. Every musician is perfectly synchronized, every note masterfully intonated, and the conductor expertly guiding the orchestra to a harmonious crescendo. [...]

Setting the Stage for Safety: The Power of DO-178C Process Setup Training

Imagine building a house without a blueprint—materials piled randomly, workers uncertain of their roles, and no clear vision guiding the effort. The result? Inefficiencies, costly mistakes, and ultimately, [...]

DO-254 Tool Qualification for Airborne Electronic Hardware: The Hardware Frontier

If you're anything like (most of) the ConsuNova team, starting your day with a perfectly brewed cup of coffee from your favorite machine is a must. And when [...]

2025-04-09T12:47:47-07:00April 7, 2025|Aerospace Engineering, DO-254, Tool Qualification|

The (essential) role of DO 178C Tool Qualification for Software in Modern Avionics & Aerospace

Imagine setting out on a road trip without ever knowing your car’s brakes or navigation system actually work. It’d be a recipe for disaster. Yet, in our everyday [...]

UPDATED: Autopilot Engaged? Automated vs. Manual DO-178C Verification in a New Era

In recent years, revolutionary advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have captivated our imagination and transformed various industries. The aerospace sector, with its constant pursuit of innovation, has also [...]

2025-02-17T15:27:05-08:00February 17, 2025|Avionics Projects Planning, DO-178C|
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