Portable aerospace test equipment · High-precision data acquisition · Avionics testing capability · Software-driven diagnostics · Rugged aerospace hardware · Laboratory & field deployment ready
The Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester is designed to support aircraft ground testing, avionics diagnostics, and flight control system validation. The system enables monitoring and validation of aircraft control systems, avionics systems, and aircraft electronics in both laboratory and field environments.
Built on a COTS-based hardware architecture, the solution helps reduce dependence on proprietary OEM tools while providing a reliable aerospace testing platform.
Compact and rugged design suitable for aircraft ground testing and field deployment.
High-precision measurement platform built using NI CompactDAQ technology.
Supports diagnostics and validation of avionics systems and aircraft electronics.
Intelligent software for aircraft monitoring, diagnostics, and validation.
Reliable operation in aerospace and defence maintenance environments.
Built using commercial off-the-shelf hardware architecture to support flexible aircraft testing and validation.
Hardware Capabilities | Software Capabilities |
NI CompactDAQ-based data acquisition — the core measurement platform behind every unit | Aircraft monitoring — continuous tracking of aircraft sensor and system data |
Aerospace instrumentation integration — built specifically for flight-system measurement | Aircraft diagnostics — identifying faults in avionics and flight control systems |
Aircraft sensor monitoring — real-time signal capture across aircraft sensors | Aerospace validation — confirming system behavior against flight-readiness criteria |
Flight control signal monitoring — tracking flight control system response during ground testing | Software-driven testing — intelligent, repeatable test sequencing instead of manual checks |
Aircraft electronics diagnostics — fault detection across onboard electronics | Automated diagnostics — reducing manual test time through automated sequences |
Rugged aerospace hardware platform — built to perform in demanding maintenance environments |
Modern aerospace and defence systems require reliable testing solutions for maintaining mission-critical aircraft and avionics systems. TMCS developed the Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester to provide a portable aerospace testing platform that combines data acquisition, aerospace instrumentation, and software-driven diagnostics for aircraft testing and validation.
We developed the Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester as a portable aerospace testing platform that brings data acquisition, aerospace instrumentation, and software-driven diagnostics together in one COTS-based system — reducing dependence on proprietary OEM technology and the obsolescence risk that comes with it.
Ground validation and testing of aircraft systems.
Monitoring and validation of aircraft flight control systems.
Testing and diagnostics of avionics systems and aircraft electronics.
Monitoring aircraft sensors and flight control signals.
Validation of aerospace systems in laboratory and field environments.
Supporting maintenance teams with testing and diagnostics capabilities.
High-precision measurement built on a proven data acquisition platform.
Purpose-built for diagnostics and validation across avionics systems and flight control signals.
Commercial off-the-shelf hardware design, avoiding lock-in to a single proprietary vendor.
Intelligent, automated test sequencing reduces manual diagnostic time.
Compact, rugged design suitable for both laboratory use and field deployment.
A COTS-based approach means components stay serviceable without depending on a single OEM’s proprietary support lifecycle.
The Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester is a fully indigenized, portable O-Level testing solution designed to support defence aviation and aerospace maintenance teams.
The Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester is a portable, indigenized O-Level solution for defence aviation and aerospace teams. TMCS replaces expensive, proprietary legacy systems with a rugged, COTS-based CompactDAQ platform. It delivers real-time functional testing of actuators, control surfaces, and electronics with high accuracy, repeatability, and ease of use, improving mission readiness while lowering lifecycle costs.
The Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester is a portable, indigenized O-Level solution for defence aviation and aerospace teams. TMCS replaces expensive, proprietary legacy systems with a rugged, COTS-based CompactDAQ platform. It delivers real-time functional testing of actuators, control surfaces, and electronics with high accuracy, repeatability, and ease of use, improving mission readiness while lowering lifecycle costs.
Maintenance teams often face significant hurdles when using legacy Fly-by-Wire (FBW) testing systems. These systems are expensive to acquire and rely heavily on imported, proprietary hardware, creating dependency on international OEMs. Support from these OEMs is limited, leading to delayed repairs and operational downtime. Frequent hardware failures, non-replaceable proprietary cards, and component obsolescence further complicate maintenance, increase repair costs, and reduce system availability, making it difficult for aerospace and defence teams to ensure mission readiness and reliable testing at hangar or fleet-level operations.
TMCS offers a modular, field-ready alternative to legacy FBW test systems. Our solution is an indigenized COTS-based platform, built with commercially available, serviceable components that reduce dependency on imported hardware. The software-controlled system, powered by LabVIEW interfaces, streamlines diagnostics and test execution for maintenance teams. Ruggedized and portable, the O-Level tester is designed for deployment across airfields, hangars, and labs, ensuring reliable, repeatable, and maintainable functional testing while lowering lifecycle costs and enhancing mission readiness.
The TMCS FBW Ground Tester combines rugged, portable, and field-ready design with a USB plug-and-play interface for quick setup and deployment. It supports real-time monitoring of FBW signals, actuator and control loop simulation, and fully software-driven test sequences using LabVIEW. Built-in self-diagnostics and calibration checks ensure reliability, while multi-channel signal support handles complex systems. Modules are field-replaceable, and the tester is optimized for both O-Level and I-Level maintenance, delivering efficient, accurate, and maintainable testing in hangars, labs, and airfields.
The TMCS FBW Ground Tester is ideal for a wide range of aerospace and defence applications. It enables precise control surface testing, aircraft actuator loop validation, and signal simulation for avionics subsystems. Maintenance teams can perform fault diagnosis of control electronics, hangar-level inspections, and O-Level testing efficiently. The tester also supports pre-flight functional verification, ensuring that flight control systems operate reliably, safely, and in compliance with operational standards, while reducing downtime and dependency on legacy or imported test equipment.
Maintenance teams often struggle with legacy FBW testing systems due to:
TMCS provides a modular and field-ready alternative:
High-speed data acquisition
Accurate signal measurement and simulation
Seamless integration with LabVIEW software
Long-term availability and easy component replacement
Learn how the TMCS Fly-by-Wire Ground Tester supports aircraft testing, avionics validation, and aerospace diagnostics requirements.
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