The Electronic Flight Bag is an indispensable digital tool for pilots that provides operationally relevant information and functions. Structured test procedures are essential in order to integrate new features without disrupting existing processes. In particular, security, performance and user-friendliness should be maximized.
New functions are first tested in a simulated environment before they are validated under real conditions in the cockpit. This includes
System tests to ensure technical integrity.
Acceptance tests to validate user requirements.
Regression tests to identify unintended side effects.
Safety assessments to ensure operational safety.
The combination of laboratory and live tests enables early identification of potential problems and their elimination before a new version goes into productive use.
The use of automation tools significantly increases the efficiency of the tests. Recurring test cases can be checked automatically, which speeds up the identification of errors, reduces the time required for testing and improves the quality of the test results:
Speeds up error identification,
Test coverage is increased,
Test execution is standardized and simplified.
Automated tests are particularly advantageous for continuous releases and agile development processes, as they enable new features to be validated quickly.
Reliable quality assurance ensures stable, trouble-free operation of the EFB. Pilots benefit from an error-free, intuitive application that optimally supports their workflows. Results from tests and user feedback are integrated into release planning in order to develop future improvements on a solid basis.
Each test phase provides valuable insights that are recorded in structured documentation. This includes:
Analyzing test results and bug reports,
The evaluation of user feedback,
The identification of critical weaknesses and their elimination.
The data obtained forms a sound basis for decision-making processes and serves as a reference for future developments.
The structured test procedure contributes significantly to reliability, efficiency and operational safety. The introduction of new functions can be supported by sound test results, minimizing potential risks. The company benefits from a reliable, future-proof platform that is kept up to date through continuous testing and improvements.
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