Drop test fixture

A test fixture for dropping an article from a height to a floor, said article oriented in relation to said floor at a select angle, said fixture comprising:

• a column frame for supporting first and second guide arms on opposing sides;
• an overhead beam having a distance span substantially parallel to the floor;
• a carriage substantially parallel to the floor, said carriage having first and second opposing guides separated by said span;
• first and second guy wires attaching to said beam separated by said distance span and passing through said guide arms;
• first and second spools for receiving corresponding said guy wires;
• and
• first and second chains for suspending the article from said carriage above the floor, wherein
• upon release of said guy wires, said carriage falls until contact with said guide arms while the article contacts the floor.