The Future of Certification by Analysis

Webinar Series

Accelerating Airworthiness Through Simulation

As aerospace systems grow in complexity, traditional physical testing alone can no longer meet the demands of modern certification. Regulators and industry leaders alike are advancing Certification by Analysis (CbA), a data-driven approach that leverages high-fidelity simulation and model-based evidence to complement, and in some cases replace, physical testing.

This webinar series brings together experts from industry, government, and academia to explore how CbA builds trust in analysis, accelerates qualification timelines, and supports regulatory harmonization across global airworthiness frameworks.

About the Series

Running from February through May 2026, this six-part series will examine how modeling and simulation are enabling safer, faster, and more efficient certification processes across the aerospace lifecycle. Each session pairs Ansys technical experts with external thought leaders to discuss both the technical foundations and practical applications of CbA — from establishing model credibility to reducing reliance on costly physical tests.

Upcoming Webinars

February 26, 2026 11am EST

Foundations of Certification by Analysis: Building Trust in Model-Based Evidence

As certification increasingly relies on modeling and simulation, trust in model-based evidence hinges on rigor, transparency, and demonstrable credibility across the VVUQ lifecycle.

March 12, 2026 11am EDT

Foundations of Certification by Analysis: Airframe Structures & Impact / Crashworthiness

Explore how Certification by Analysis is applied to airframe structures and impact cases, including bird strike, crashworthiness, composites, seats-by-analysis, and structural life assessment.

Electromagnetic, Electrical & Fuel Hazards: Managing Risk in the Electrified Aircraft Era

As electrification drives higher power levels, new hazards emerge - from arcing and EMC challenges to lightning and fuel ignition risks. This session examines how multiphysics simulation ensures compliance with DO-160 and futureproofs electrified aircraft design.

[To Be Announced - Late March]

Propulsion & Thermal Systems: Accelerating Engine and Nacelle Qualification by Analysis

Engine and nacelle tests are among the most expensive and time-consuming certification hurdles. Learn how simulation-driven analysis improves containment, life assessment, and thermal integration with an aim to reduce re-tests while enhancing safety and regulatory confidence.

[To Be Announced - April]

Icing Protection: Enhancing Safety Through Aero-Thermal Modeling and Analysis

Icing remains one of the most persistent and costly certification challenges. This session shows how aero-thermal modeling of de-icing and anti-icing systems advances safety assurance and reduces dependence on tunnel and flight testing.

[To Be Announced - April]

Flight Systems, Avionics & Software: Certifying the Next Generation of Digital and Autonomous Systems

Software now defines airworthiness. Explore how CbA principles apply to flight-critical systems, from DO-178C and DO-254 compliance to emerging AI-enabled autonomy, cybersecurity, and the integration of digital engineering throughout certification workflows.

[To Be Announced - May]