Electronic Distribution of Software (EDS) Working Group

Last Update: September 27, 2010

Chairman: Rod Gates - American Airlines
APIM: Electronic Distribution of Software (pdf, 32K)

This project will rework ARINC Report 666: Electronic Distribution of Software for electronic distribution of airplane loadable software parts. The effort will:

• Correct problems within original specifications
• Resolve conflicts with emerging, preferred media-less operations
• Incorporate Standards for Digital Signatures and Web Services
• Set the stage for enhanced airplane software delivery, load and management

Suggested updates to ARINC 666, although driven by interests and designs of newer airplane programs, will accommodate both new current airplane programs. The initial report served well to build interest and justification for media-less distribution of airplane software. However, current specifications do not align with contemporary and future industry needs. Industry level attention to refine ARINC 666 is intended to bring EDS into reality.

Current Drafts:

Next Meeting Announcement:

Last Meeting Report:

Electronic Distribution of Software (EDS) Working Group
February 9-11, 2010; in Renton, Washington