European Organisation for Civil Aviation Equipment

EUROCAE

Section 01: Organizations & Authorities

Definition

A European non-profit organisation that develops technical standards and guidance documents for aviation electronics and systems, primarily through its Working Groups (WGs). EUROCAE produces ED- documents that are recognized by EASA and other European authorities as acceptable means of compliance. EUROCAE works jointly with RTCA on many documents to ensure transatlantic harmonization of avionics standards.

Where This Shows Up

Key EUROCAE documents include ED-12C (software, equivalent to RTCA DO-178C), ED-14G (environmental testing, equivalent to RTCA DO-160G), ED-80 (airborne electronic hardware, equivalent to RTCA DO-254), and ED-202A (airborne security, equivalent to RTCA DO-326A).

Primary Sources

EUROCAE — About EUROCAE

Overview of EUROCAE's role in developing aviation equipment standards.

Artifacts Produced

ED-12C — Software Considerations in Airborne Systems and Equipment Certification

The EUROCAE equivalent of RTCA DO-178C for airborne software development assurance.

ED-14G — Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment

The EUROCAE equivalent of RTCA DO-160G for environmental qualification testing of avionics.

ED-80 — Design Assurance Guidance for Airborne Electronic Hardware

The EUROCAE equivalent of RTCA DO-254 for airborne electronic hardware development assurance.

Related Terms

RTCA, Inc. (RTCA)European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

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