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Aerospace Standards

Aerospace Standards

Ensuring Safety and Reliability through Aerospace Standards 

Aerospace Standards are critical to maintaining the safety, reliability, and efficiency of all aspects of aviation. From the initial stages of aircraft design to the intricate systems of flight controls, aerospace Standards govern every component and process, ensuring that they meet the highest safety and performance requirements.

Popular Standards publishers in the Aerospace industry include SAE, ISO, ASTM and NASA. These Standards extend to areas such as aviation fuel, where consistency in quality directly impacts aircraft performance, and communication systems, which play a vital role in the seamless coordination between air traffic control, pilots, and ground crews.

One of the most significant frameworks in this field is SAE AS 9100D : 2016, the global quality management Standard for the aerospace industry. Adopted and supported by the world's leading aerospace companies, AS9100D integrates stringent requirements into both manufacturing and operational processes to ensure products and services meet the exacting demands of aviation. This Standard is not only implemented within aerospace organisations but is also required throughout their entire supply chains, creating a unified approach to quality that spans from suppliers of raw materials to manufacturers of advanced aircraft systems.

By adhering to these rigorous Standards, the aerospace industry can mitigate risks, enhance safety protocols, and consistently meet regulatory compliance. This structured and Standardised approach allows for continuous improvement, ensuring that innovation in aerospace technology is both safe and sustainable. 

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS - REQUIREMENTS FOR AVIATION, SPACE AND DEFENSE ORGANIZATIONS
Published: 20-Sept-2016
Additive manufacturing - System performance and reliability - Acceptance tests for laser metal powder-bed fusion machines for metallic materials for aerospace application
Published: 19-May-2023
Aerospace series — Fluid systems — Hydraulic system tubing
Published: 22-Mar-2024
Aerospace Drives, internal, TORX PARALOBE drive Geometrical definition, gaging and technical requirements
Published: 05-Nov-2021
Welding for aerospace applications — Qualification test for welders and welding operators — Fusion welding of metallic components
Published: 14-Sept-2023
Aerospace Drives, internal, TORX PARALOBE driver bit Geometrical definition, gaging and technical requirements
Published: 05-Nov-2021
Brazing for aerospace applications — Qualification test for brazers and brazing operators — Brazing of metallic components
Published: 18-Nov-2022
Space systems — Safety and compatibility of materials — Part 1: Determination of upward flammability of materials
Published: 10-Oct-2023
Aerospace Series. Commercial aircraft passenger seats. Reliability testing
Published: 05-Sept-2024
Specification and Inspection of Glass for Integrally Lighted Aerospace Instruments
Published: 09-Aug-2024
QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS - REQUIREMENTS FOR AVIATION, SPACE, AND DEFENSE ORGANIZATIONS - DELIVERABLE SOFTWARE (SUPPLEMENT TO 9100:2016)
Published: 01-Feb-2017
Aerospace Series - First Article Inspection Requirements
Published: 28-Jun-2023
Data Matrix Quality Requirements for Parts Marking
Published: 02-May-2022
Aerospace series. Identification marking methods for engine items. Engineering requirements
Published: 30-Apr-2009
Aerospace — Accessory drives and mounting flanges (Metric series) — Part 2: Dimensions
Published: 03-Dec-1998
Aerospace series. Identification marking of engine items. Design standard
Published: 30-May-2008
Aircraft — Pressure refuelling connections
Published: 06-Dec-1990
Space systems — Safety and compatibility of materials — Part 2: Determination of flammability of electrical-wire insulation and accessory materials
Published: 10-Oct-2023
Aerospace Series. Commercial aircraft passenger seats. Reliability testing
Published: 05-Sept-2024
Aerospace series. Metallic materials. General organization of standardization. Link between types of European Standards and their use
Published: 27-Aug-2024
Aerospace series. Clamps worm drive. Technical specification
Published: 16-May-2022
Aerospace — High-power solid-state power controller — General performance requirements
Published: 02-Oct-2023
Aircraft — Auto-transformer rectifier units (ATRUs) — General requirements
Published: 02-Aug-2022
Aerospace series - Connectors, electrical, circular, coupled by threaded ring, fire-resistant or non fire-resistant, operating temperatures - 65 °C to 175 °C continuous, 200 °C continuous, 260 °C peak - Part 004: Jam-nut mounted receptacle - Product standard
Published: 26-Feb-2024

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Intertek Inform makes it easy for businesses to access Aerospace Standards from our website. Whether you need a single Standard or a tailored subscription, we provide flexible option to suit your needs.

You can purchase individual Standards in digital PDF or printed (hardcopy) formats through our user-friendly website. For more extensive needs, consider subscribing to i2i, our secure, cloud-based, configurable platform that allows for efficient management of Standards throughout your organisation.

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challenges in aerospace engineering

Overcoming Challenges in Aerospace Engineering with Standards

Importance of Standards in the aerospace engineering industry

Working in aerospace engineering means an ongoing responsibility to remain compliant and prioritise safety of all involved. Standards are in place to constantly monitor every detail of production, and often the very diverse supply chain.

AS9100D Standard

What is the AS9100D Standard?

Quality management in the aerospace industry

The AS9100D standard is a critical framework for quality management in the aerospace industry, tailored specifically to meet the stringent demands of aviation, space, and defence organisations.

Aircraft and space vehicle engineering

Aircraft and Space Vehicle Engineering

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The aerospace and space industries are not only heavily regulated, but incredibly complex. Standards are vital for compliance, drive innovation, and encourage global cooperation, essential for advancing and ensuring safety in aerospace engineering.