It Depends Aero

In aerospace, reliability and safety assessments are often mistakenly seen as interchangeable. While both are critical, they serve different purposes and require unique approaches. Reliability Assessments analyze whether a system will function as expected under specific conditions over time. The goal is to minimize failures, keeping operations consistent and dependable. Safety Assessments, on the other hand, examine whether a system remains safe even when failures do occur. The focus is on identifying and mitigating hazards that could impact the safety of passengers, crew, and aircraft. Why the confusion? Reliability and safety both aim to protect lives and maintain flight standards, but they address risk differently. A reliable product is not necessarily a safe one. In the fast-paced, high-stakes world of aerospace, these differences can become unclear, especially as reliability issues can sometimes trigger safety concerns...

In today’s aerospace industry, cybersecurity is no longer optional; it's essential. As systems become increasingly interconnected, from onboard avionics to ground control networks, the risks associated with cyber threats continue to grow. A successful cyberattack can compromise flight safety, data integrity, and operational continuity - making robust cybersecurity measures a priority. Why is cybersecurity critical in aerospace?...

We are thrilled to announce the launch of It Depends Aero, a new venture dedicated to providing hands-on assessments and innovative solutions for the aerospace industry. Our dedicated team is ready to tackle the complexities of aerospace projects, ensuring compliance, safety, and operational excellence - because it depends… on your needs! We pride ourselves on not just advising but actively conducting thorough assessments that drive results. As we embark on this journey, we look forward to partnering with industry leaders and organizations eager to elevate their operations and achieve their goals. Let’s work together to shape the future of aerospace!

We have some exciting news to share! There is a new kid on the block coming very soon! November 2024 marks an important date for us, since “It Depends Aero” will be legally founded and fully operational January 2025. However, we are ready to answer your requests. Our mission is to provide outstanding aerospace consulting services with a focus on safety critical applications. Through our expert knowledge and commitment to excellence, we aim to guide our clients through the intricacies of the aerospace standards, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance in all their aviation endeavours.

Our commitment to excellence for our provided services to our customers, requires us to always stay on top of the regulatory changes. That is why we actively participate, contribute and try to pave the industry standards for our areas of expertise. Most probably you will see us in the following WGs: EUROCAE WG-63 Complex Aircraft Systems, EUROCAE WG-72 Aeronautical Systems Security, EUROCAE WG-112 Vertical Take off and Landing (VTOL), EUROCAE WG-113 Hybrid Electric Propulsion and EUROCAE WG-127 Lower Risk Aviation Applications.

EASA is soon to release (currently in the last steps of consultation) a new Certification memorandum (ref. CM-DASA-002 Issue 01) calling for Development Assurance (DA) for most products; not only newly developed systems but also modification of already certified ones. The main reason mandating the DA is the trend for ever increasing complexity and integration of systems which is not limited to new products or types. Some products certified more than 20 years ago have undergone extensive changes, including the introduction of complex systems that were absent in their initial design. On top of that, other considerations in the development of this CM include: the current lack of guidance on the applicability of Development Assurance for some categories of products, the emergence of products with new technologies, architecture and/or operational use, ensuring the approach is proportionate and consistent with the expected level of safety across the different products, and credit given to ETSO authorisation when installed on a product. Whether you are developing from scratch a new system or just performing a modification, we can support you with your DA levels so that you meet your certification and your development cost.