BS EN 2868:2019
Comprehensive British Standard for aircraft and space vehicle engineering. Ensure compliance with EN 2868:2019 for design, manufacturing, and maintenance. Download PDF or order hardcopy.
Comprehensive Aircraft and Space Engineering Standard
BS EN 2868:2019 is the essential British Standard for the design, manufacturing, and maintenance of aircraft and space vehicles. Developed by industry experts, this standard provides comprehensive technical specifications and guidelines to ensure the highest levels of safety, reliability, and performance in aerospace engineering.
Key Features and Benefits
- Covers a wide range of aircraft and space vehicle components and systems
- Ensures compliance with the latest European and international regulations
- Provides detailed requirements for materials, processes, and testing
- Supports the development of innovative aerospace technologies
- Helps manufacturers and maintenance providers deliver superior quality
- Promotes standardization and interoperability across the industry
Technical Specifications
BS EN 2868:2019 is structured into the following main sections:
1. General Requirements
- Definitions and terminology
- Units of measurement and conversion factors
- General design and manufacturing principles
- Quality assurance and traceability
2. Materials and Processes
- Approved materials and their properties
- Manufacturing processes and techniques
- Heat treatment and surface finishing requirements
- Non-destructive testing and inspection methods
3. Structural and Mechanical Systems
- Design loads and stress analysis
- Fasteners, joints, and connections
- Mechanical components and assemblies
- Vibration, fatigue, and impact testing
4. Electrical and Electronic Systems
- Wiring, cabling, and connectors
- Electrical power generation and distribution
- Avionics and flight control systems
- Electromagnetic compatibility requirements
5. Maintenance and Repair
- Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance procedures
- Repair methods and techniques
- Inspection, testing, and acceptance criteria
- Airworthiness and certification requirements
By adhering to the comprehensive technical specifications outlined in BS EN 2868:2019, aerospace manufacturers, operators, and maintenance providers can ensure the highest levels of safety, reliability, and performance for their aircraft and space vehicles. This standard is an essential reference for the entire aerospace industry.
Technical Information
Specification Details
- Aerospace series
- Nuts, hexagonal, slotted/castellated, normal height, normal across flats, in heat resisting steel, silver plated
- Classification: 1 100 MPa (at ambient temperature)/650 °C