AS 9100 AEROSPACE QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

AS 9100 effective implementation plays a key role in helping to reduce risks and improve quality standards in aerospace industry. QMS have been implemented in the aerospace industry since long. Members of the aerospace industry initiated development for a single common Quality Management System which resulted in AS 9100, 9110, 9120.

AS 9100 – Quality Management System Requirements for Design and/or Manufacture of Aerospace Products
AS 9110 – Quality Management System Requirements for Maintenance Organizations
AS 9120 – Quality Management System Requirements for Stockist Distributors

The AS 9100 Standards are a series of specific standards based on ISO 9001 and developed by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) to meet the specific regulatory, safety and reliability requirements demanded by the aerospace sector.

KEY BENEFITS OF ACHIEVING IATF 16949 CERTIFICATION TO YOUR ORGANIZATION

AS 9100 implementation improves / leads to

Policies & objectives set by 'top management'
Conformance to Legal and Regulatory Requirements
Controlled consistency of manufactured products
Managed productivity and efficiency, controlling costs
Competitive advantage and increased marketing and sales opportunities.
Improved customer perception of the organization’s image, culture and performance.
Improved internal and external Communications
Greater understanding of the organization's processes
Clear responsibilities and authorities agreed for all staff

Improved use of time and resources
Reduced wastage
Greater consistency and traceability of products and services
Customer Confidence, Satisfaction and Trust
Level of Assurance in Organizational Quality
Organizational Profitability
Ability to Differentiate Organization for Competitive Advantage
Organizational Credibility & Reputation

Achievement of certification to AS 9100, 9110 or 9120 demonstrates a consistent approach to the aerospace industry accepted standards.

IATF 16949 REQUIREMENTS

AS 9100 REQUIREMENTS

The organization shall

Identify the processes of the organization & interaction of these processes,
Determine operational controls to ensure processes are effective,
Ensure the availability of adequate resources and information,
Monitor, measure and analyse processes, and
Implement necessary actions to achieve planned objectives and targets.

AS 9100 DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS

The quality management system documentation shall include

Quality policy and quality objectives,
Quality manual,
Documented procedures and work instructions,
Documents and records needed for effective implementation of processes,
Quality requirements by the applicable regulatory authorities.

The extent of AS 9100 documentation may vary from one organization to another due to the:

Size of organization and type of activities
Complexity of processes and their interaction
Competence of personnel

AS 9100 IS APPLICABLE TO WHICH INDUSTRIES?

AS9100 certification can be used throughout the entire aerospace supply chain including the design and manufacture of airport and airline operations, replacement parts, supply and maintenance, cargo handling, overhaul and repair depots and flight operations, provided the organisation undergoes the right AS 9100 training.

WHAT IS PURPOSE OF THE AS 9001 STANDARD?

The AS 9100 standard on quality management system requirements is intended to be used at all levels of the supply chain. Its use can result in improved quality, schedule and cost performance. This standard is primarily developed for the aviation, space and defense industry, but can also be used in other industries.

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