The Aerospace Forensics Lab is used in undergraduate, graduate and professional courses.
Aviation Safety students gain practice in the science of aircraft accident investigation by examining fixed-wing and rotary aircraft wreckage. Visual and tactile inspections provide valuable experience that transfers directly to real-world aviation accident investigations. The lab is often featured in various news media interviews.
Equipment
- Fixed-wing aircraft involved in accidents
- Rotary aircraft involved in accidents
- FARO Laser Scanner
- Biohazard suits and safety equipment
- GPS documentation equipment
- Digital photography and site documentation equipment
Research Capacity
This resource offers the potential to test new equipment within the discipline of accident investigation.
Lab Information
Location: MicaPlex
Lab Director: Professor Anthony Brickhouse
Contact Us: To speak to someone about this lab or any of our facilities, call us at 386-226-6100 or 800-862-2416, or email Daytona Aviation Labs at dbdeanga@erau.edu.