TETRAS II Advanced Program Support
Supporting Advanced Aerospace Development Through Integrated Test Capabilities
Calspan supports advanced aerospace and weapons development efforts under the Test and Evaluation Technologies for Ranges, Armaments, and Spectrum II (TETRAS II) contract vehicle. Through this program, Calspan provides integrated wind tunnel and airborne flight test capabilities that help customers accelerate development timelines, reduce technical risk, and validate next-generation systems.
From early aerodynamic evaluation in the wind tunnel to real-world airborne demonstrations, Calspan supports multiple phases of the development cycle within a single organization. These capabilities enable government and industry customers to generate high-quality test data supporting aerodynamic performance assessment, system integration, mission effectiveness, and overall program maturation.
Integrated Development Support
Calspan supports multiple stages of aerospace development through coordinated wind tunnel, simulation, and airborne flight testing capabilities.
High-Fidelity Test Environments
From transonic aerodynamic testing to in-flight system evaluation, Calspan delivers accurate data to support design validation and risk reduction.
Accelerated Program Execution
Our vertically integrated test infrastructure helps customers move efficiently from concept development to operational demonstration.
Supporting TETRAS II Programs
The TETRAS II contract vehicle supports the rapid development, evaluation, and fielding of advanced aerospace, weapons, and mission system technologies. Through this effort, Calspan provides specialized aerodynamic and flight test services that support government and industry customers developing next-generation capabilities. Calspan’s experience across both ground-based and airborne testing environments enables efficient transition between development phases while maintaining continuity in data collection, analysis, and program execution.
Wind Tunnel Testing Capabilities
Calspan’s transonic wind tunnel capabilities support aerodynamic performance evaluation, weapons integration studies, inlet optimization, pressure and loads analysis, and captive trajectory system (CTS) testing. These high-fidelity test environments provide critical data used to validate computational models, refine system designs, and reduce integration risk before flight. Advanced instrumentation, rapid configuration changes, and flexible test infrastructure allow Calspan to support complex aerospace programs requiring precise aerodynamic characterization.
Airborne Flight Test Support
In addition to wind tunnel testing, Calspan provides airborne flight test services supporting mission system evaluation, in-flight simulation, store release demonstrations, and advanced aerospace experimentation. Our flight test platforms and experienced engineering teams enable customers to evaluate technologies in operationally relevant environments while gathering real-world performance data. By combining airborne and wind tunnel testing within a single organization, Calspan helps streamline program execution and accelerate technology maturation.
Testing the Future
Calspan’s involvement in programs such as TETRAS II reflects our broader commitment to supporting the future of aerospace innovation. Our vertically integrated capabilities—from aerodynamic modeling and wind tunnel testing to airborne evaluation and system integration—allow customers to address complex technical challenges through a unified test approach. Whether supporting advanced weapons, next-generation aircraft, autonomy initiatives, or emerging aerospace technologies, Calspan provides the infrastructure, expertise, and test environments needed to move concepts toward operational capability.
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