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Operational test and evaluation (OT&E) involves assessment of an air vehicle's performance under representative operational conditions. This often includes operation on different runways under different conditions (e.g., rain, sleet, snow, etc.) or at high‐density altitude (high elevation, hot day). Operational testing also involves determination of crosswind limits on landing and taxiing operations. Aircraft manufacturers will also assess aircraft system robustness and reliability under a wide range of extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, and icing.

Figure 1.13 Maj Rachael Winiecki, a developmental test pilot with the 461st Flight Test Squadron at Edwards Air Force Base, and the first F‐35 female test pilot. Also shown is Airman 1st Class Heather Rice, a crew chief with the 412th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron.

Source: U.S. Air Force.