UTAC EXPANDS GLOBAL AERONAUTICS SPECIALISM
UTAC, a global leader in automotive testing, certification and proving grounds, announces the expansion of its aeronautics testing capabilities, as part of its wider 2026 growth strategy.
The move marks a further step in UTAC’s evolution from a traditional automotive testing organisation into a multi-sector mobility and technology validation partner, supporting clients across automotive, aerospace, defence and emerging space applications.
UTAC, a global leader in automotive testing, certification and proving grounds, announces the expansion of its aeronautics testing capabilities, as part of its wider 2026 growth strategy.
The move marks a further step in UTAC’s evolution from a traditional automotive testing organisation into a multi-sector mobility and technology validation partner, supporting clients across automotive, aerospace, defence and emerging space applications.
UTAC is accelerating investment in its specialist aeronautics division, with a focus on both commercial aviation and defence applications, supported by capability expansion across its global network.
The group has designated Linas-Montlhéry and Millbrook Proving Ground as its lead aeronautics testing hubs, combining decades of engineering expertise with newly enhanced infrastructure.
These facilities offer world-class static and dynamic testing environments, enabling UTAC to support complex aerospace systems in the evolving regulatory and technological landscape.
UTAC’s aeronautics capabilities are centred around core technical pillars of mechanical testing, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and environmental testing
For mechanical testing, UTAC has a strong expertise and ability to customize its offer thanks to our experience in automotive industry and its various specification sheets with best in class equipement (Sled, certified dummies).
UTAC operates one of the largest EMC test chambers in Europe, enabling comprehensive validation of aircraft systems against electromagnetic interference. Testing ensures that critical avionics and electronic systems can operate safely in highly complex electromagnetic environments.
- UTAC provides advanced environmental testing services (vibration & temperature) to ensure compliance with stringent aviation safety requirements, covering materials and components used throughout aircraft interiors and systems.
Mechanical testing follows the certification rules of AS 8049 regulations. EMC and environmental testing are both conducted in line with RTCA DO-160 standards.
Capabilities extend from aircraft interior systems, such as seats, food and beverage service equipment, through to high-value electrical and electronic systems, reflecting the breadth of modern aerospace engineering.
Aircraft represent some of the most complex and valuable engineering environments in the transport sector, with component density and system integration. UTAC brings its know-how from the automotive world which is an asset to help customers in the aeronautics industry. Both industries face indeed the same enemies: weight & costs.
UTAC’s services also extend beyond aviation into adjacent sectors, including satellite systems and communications as well as advanced connectivity and network resilience testing.
Conor McCormack, CEO of UTAC, said: “Mobility is undergoing a fundamental transformation, driven by electrification, connectivity and software. As these technologies converge across automotive, aerospace and beyond, the need for advanced, independent testing has never been greater. Our expansion into aeronautics reflects UTAC’s ambition to be at the forefront of this shift—supporting clients not just on the road, but across the entire mobility ecosystem, from land to air.”