We are pleased to announce that the official report of the SFTE European Chapter participation in The Aerospace Test & Development Show 2025, held in Toulouse, is now available.

Our Chapter was represented by Dr. Mike Bromfield, who delivered the presentation:

“An Electric Aircraft Accident: A Case Study”, providing an in-depth analysis of an electric aircraft accident and discussing its implications for safety, flight test practices, and the future development of electric aviation technologies.

SFTE EC’s presence at the event offered a valuable opportunity to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and strengthen collaborations with professionals, researchers, and industry stakeholders in the field of flight test and aerospace development.

The published report summarizes the activities, key insights, and future perspectives discussed during the event.

➡️ Read the full report:

Read the whole report of the event!

During the recent SFTE International Symposium held in Savannah at the end of October, the Society acknowledged several members for their significant contributions to the flight test profession and to the SFTE community.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of the SFTE Fellows for 2025. This year, both selected Fellows are members of the European community, highlighting the ongoing international engagement and technical leadership within the Society.

In addition, the Director’s Award was presented to recognize exemplary service and commitment to the goals and values of SFTE. The event also celebrated the winner of the Member Referral Competition, acknowledging the continued effort in expanding and strengthening our global membership.

SFTE congratulates all awardees and extends appreciation to the participants, volunteers, and hosts who contributed to a successful and productive symposium.

For further details and the list of award recipients, please visit the dedicated page.

The Society of Flight Test Engineers – European Chapter (SFTE-EC), in cooperation with Grob Aircraft SE, is pleased to announce a free company visit and tour at Grob’s facilities in Tussenhausen-Mattsies, Germany, on Friday, October 24th, 2025.

This free event offers SFTE members, Flight Test Engineers, and aerospace professionals the opportunity to discover Grob’s long-standing expertise in composite aircraft — from pioneering gliders to record-breaking high-altitude reconnaissance platforms — and to explore the company’s latest developments as part of the Helsing group.

📍 Location: Grob Aircraft SE, Lettenbachstrasse 9, 86874 Tussenhausen-Mattsies

🕘 Date: Friday, October 24th, 2025 – 09:00 Local

💬 Registration: Please contact Mr. Christian Heinrich, SFTE-EC Director at Large, at cg.heinrich@t-online.de

We look forward to welcoming members and colleagues to this special visit and technical exchange opportunity.