AS9100 Aerospace Quality

AS9100 is built on ISO 9001 but adds approximately 100+ aerospace-specific requirements including: product safety management, configuration management, First Article Inspection (FAI), prevention of counterfeit parts, and special process control. AS9100 certification automatically includes ISO 9001 compliance.

AS9100 certification typically takes 6-12 months, longer than ISO 9001 due to additional aerospace requirements. Organizations with existing ISO 9001 certification may achieve AS9100 in 4-6 months. The timeline depends on your current processes and complexity of aerospace operations.

Yes, most aerospace OEMs including Boeing, Airbus, Lockheed Martin, and their Tier 1 suppliers require AS9100 certification from their supply chain partners. Without AS9100, you generally cannot bid on aerospace contracts or be approved as a supplier.

OASIS (Online Aerospace Supplier Information System) is the global database where all AS9100-certified organizations are listed. After successful certification, your company appears in OASIS, making you discoverable by aerospace primes and suppliers searching for qualified vendors.

AS9100 certification typically costs $25,000 to $75,000 including consulting, implementation, and registrar fees. The investment is higher than ISO 9001 due to additional aerospace requirements, but the ROI is substantial given access to the aerospace supply chain.