Watch this breathtaking video of flight test lessons. Third year Aeronautical Engineering students fly a Eurostar aeroplane and perform manoeuvres to investigate its stability, control and performance. They get to experience what a flight test pilot actually does and put into practice what they've learnt in the degree. For more information visit: http://www.southwales.ac.uk/aero | University of South Wales

Welcome to the first episode of our #TechTuesday series, a guide to show you some of the key moments of a #FlightTest campaign. Why are flight tests necessary? Flight testing is performed to ensure the aircraft complies with certification and safety requirements, and meets operational needs. During the flight test campaign we perform specific certification demonstrations, assess general handling qualities, engines and operational performances, in many specific conditions (cold weather, high alti

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