AS/EN 9100: End-to-End Quality Management in the Aerospace, Space, and Defense Industries

Aerospace, space, and defense industries are among the sectors with the highest security and quality standards globally. Every organization operating in these sectors must not only enhance the quality of its products and services but also elevate its operational processes to an excellent level. In this regard, the AS/EN 9100 Aerospace Quality Management System offers an integrated quality management solution tailored to the sector's requirements. AS/EN 9100 aims to guarantee quality not only in the production phase, but also at all stages from the design of the product/service to customer delivery and even post-service traceability.

AS/EN 9100 Standard: A Key Tool for Enhancing Quality and Safety

AS/EN 9100 series standards, developed by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), is a quality management standard specifically designed for the aerospace, space, and defense industries. It is an extension of the ISO 9001 standard, modified to meet the specific requirements of the aerospace sector. This standard is essential for organizations engaged in commercial aviation, military product maintenance, repair, and other services, as well as equipment manufacturers.

The AS/EN 9100 standard addresses the specific needs of the sector under the following key areas:

• Configuration Management: Ensuring control over the configuration of products and systems.
• Design and Development: Detailed management of the product design, development, and approval processes.
• Purchasing and Supply Chain Management: Ensuring the security of processes from supplier selection to the final product or service delivery.
• Product/Service Monitoring and Measurement: Continuous monitoring and evaluation of product and service quality.
• Safety Definition: Safely defining and managing products and processes.
• Risk Analysis and Assessment: Identifying, analyzing, and minimizing potential risks.

AS/EN 9100 is not only a tool for ensuring safety but also for improving operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and gaining a competitive advantage. Applying these standards, especially in flight safety and defense sectors, enables organizations to stand out in the industry.

Türk Loydu’s Contribution and Services in AS/EN 9100

Türk Loydu began offering AS/EN 9100 certification services in 2022 and became the first national organizations authorized in this field. It played an important role in the localization of certification in the aviation and defense industries. In line with Turkey's localization objectives, Türk Loydu offers comprehensive services to help organizations reach this important standard.

The AS/EN 9100 certification services provided by Türk Loydu include:

• Certification and Accreditation: We guide you through the necessary steps to achieve AS/EN 9100 certification and manage internationally recognized certification processes. Türk Loydu is a certification body registered in the IAQG OASIS database and the AS 9100 documents it issues are recognized internationally.
• Training and Awareness Programs: Detailed training sessions to help you understand the AS/EN 9100 standard and effectively implement it. These trainings will enhance your internal processes and ensure your personnel have a high level of quality awareness.

Implementing AS/EN 9100 provides several key advantages for organizations in the sector:

1. Enhanced Safety and Security: Ensuring safety at every stage of the product and process lifecycle, minimizing risks.
2. Increased Competitive Strength: Being recognized as a reliable and certified supplier in the global market.
3. Continuous Improvement: Continuously improving quality management processes to create a more efficient organization.
4. Customer Satisfaction: Responding more quickly and accurately to customer demands and building long-term partnerships.
5. Contribution to Local Production Goals: Supporting Turkey's localization objectives and increasing national production capacity.

Türk Loydu is here to work alongside you during this transformation process and help you establish a world-class quality management system in the aerospace, space, and defense sectors.

In conclusion, AS/EN 9100 plays a critical role in ensuring quality, safety, and operational excellence in the aerospace industry. Türk Loydu offers comprehensive certification, training, and consultancy services to help you achieve this standard. To strengthen your position in the sector with high-quality solutions, contact us today.