Legacy flight test instrumentation has changed little in decades. A small group of suppliers still dominates the market, with high costs, long lead times, and rigid architectures. As test programs accelerate and new platforms emerge, this model is increasingly misaligned with today’s requirements.

This webinar explores how miniature onboard data acquisition is disrupting traditional flight test instrumentation. Designed for flight test engineers seeking practical alternatives, the session outlines a smarter path forward for mission-critical testing. DTS will share proven strategies for accelerating program execution, reducing integration effort, and capturing accurate, reliable data in harsh environments.

Drawing on more than 35 years of experience in dynamic and destructive testing, DTS presents a modern approach built on miniaturization, advanced power management, and COTS efficiency. Attendees will learn how rugged, miniature DAQ solutions and strategic partnerships are enabling faster, more flexible onboard and telemetry architectures for next-generation platforms.

Applications discussed include:
Flight testing, rotors, eVTOL, air drop, munitions, UAS and counter-UAS, launch vehicles, hypersonics, and sounding rockets.

Attendees will learn
1. Why SWaP optimization is essential for modern flight test instrumentation
2. How a lower-cost, modern DAQ and telemetry approach supports emerging programs such as eVTOL, low-cost weapon systems, and counter-UAS
3. How COTS-based DAQ architectures reduce cost and integration time while enabling faster development cycles and rapid test deployment
4. Real-world case studies showing how DTS solutions have transformed flight testing
5. How customer feedback drives DTS product development and innovation.