Guidelines for Implementation of Structural Health Monitoring on Fixed Wing Aircraft ARP6461A

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4271/ARP6461A

Issuing Committee: Aerospace Industry Steering Committee on Structural Health

Publisher: SAE International

Pages: 80

Rationale: The development of structural health monitoring (SHM) technologies to achieve vehicle health management objectives in aerospace applications is an activity that spans multiple engineering disciplines. It is also recognized that many stakeholders—i.e., regulatory agencies, airlines, original equipment manufacturers (OEM), academia and equipment suppliers—are crucial to the process of certifying viable SHM solutions. Thus, a common language (definitions), framework of SHM solution approaches, and recommended practices for reaching those solutions are needed to promote fruitful and efficient technology development. Revision A of this document provides updated guidance based on a Five-Year Review.