AIAA R 092 1 : 2003

Introduction
History and Background
Managing Today's Wind Tunnel Test Programs
Planning Issues in Wind Tunnel Test Programs
Test Requirements
Integrated Test Programs
Test Article Size and Fidelity
Data and Instrumentation Requirements
Facility Selection
Planning and Scheduling
Special Issues
Security
Contracting and Procurement
Advanced Tools and Technologies
Keys to Managing a Successful Test Program
Program Test Plan
Key #1: Establish Goals, Quality, and Success Criteria
Key #2: Understand Program Considerations
Key #3: Involve Test Community Early
Detailed Test Planning and Execution
Key #4: Establish Test Teams
Key #5: Develop and Execute Detailed Test Plans
Post-Test Activities
Key #6: Project Reviews/Lessons Learned/Feedback
Key #7: Documentation
Summary

Provides managers with a set of tools (key activities) to help navigate and develop a balanced, successful test program. Describes the broader aspects of test program development, implementation, and management.