RTCA DO-160

Section 10.0 Waterproofness

RTCA DO-160G, Section 10.0

What It Evaluates

Install equipment in its representative aircraft configuration with normal connectors, fittings, and ventilation engaged. Permanently airtight, hermetically sealed equipment does not require these tests.

When It Applies

Applicability depends on the airborne equipment installation, declared category, aircraft environment, and program requirements.

Likely Procedures

Typical Ranges / Conditioning

This tool provides preliminary planning information only. Final MIL-STD-810H, MIL-STD-461, and RTCA DO-160 requirements must be reviewed and tailored by qualified engineers based on the product, lifecycle, platform, environment, and contract requirements.