29th-30th JUNE 2027 – LONDON, UK

Alex Milns

Alex Milns

  • Technical Programme Manager
  • EUROCAE, France

Alex Milns has been Technical Programme Manager for the EUROCAE Environmental Testing Working Group 14, and other working groups, since moving to Europe in 2022. Alex’s background is as an Air Traffic Controller in Australia for 30 years, in roles including systems management with a focus on Surveillance and Air Traffic Management systems, and ATC operational supervision in the Brisbane enroute and approach centre. Alex has also been active in ICAO Groups in the Asia Pacific region.

Sessions

  • Panel Discussion: Meeting Certification Standards – Barrier to Entry?

    While certification standards safeguard safety and reliability, their rigidity and escalating costs may deter innovation and small-market participation. Inconsistencies across commercial, military, VTOL, and UAV certification frameworks further complicate compliance. Limited data sharing also hinders assurance for advanced cockpit systems, as more tech is introduced to support the pilot. In the wake of the 737 MAX crisis, stricter oversight—such as CS-25 Amendment 28 and EASA’s conservative stance—has intensified regulatory caution. This panel discussion explores whether adopting DER-like delegated authority frameworks or reverting to simpler, lower-complexity technologies could streamline certification, reduce cost and time, and help sustain innovation without compromising safety, or whether regulators are hindering the industry by over protection.