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The AS / EN 9100: Certification for the
aerospace industry
Overview
Safety, quality and reliability are very important in the
aerospace industry. Even a small error in a product or service
can severely damage a company's reputation.
The AS/EN 9100 certification was introduced in 1997 by the
International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) to encourage
international quality, safety and technology standards in
air transport. The AS/EN 9100 standard meets the complex and
unique demands of the aerospace industry, from commercial
aviation to defence. The certification can be applied to all
areas in aviation like the design and manufacture of equipment,
airport and airline operations, aircraft accessory supply,
spares supply and maintenance.
AS/EN 9100 certification
The introduction of the exclusive AS/EN 9100 certification
for the aerospace industry is a symbol of the emphasis being
placed on quality norms. The certification is regarded as
a prerequisite to qualify for registration as a supplier in
the international OASIS online database of qualified suppliers
and players for the International Aerospace Quality Group
(IAQG).
AS/EN 9100 emphasises on areas that have the greatest impact
on safety like management, verification and validation, process
control, purchasing, inspection and testing, and control of
non-conformances. The AS/EN 9100 certification enables an organisation
to demonstrate its commitment to quality, safety and reliability.
Benefits of adoption
The AS/EN 9100 certification can benefit an organisation in
numerous ways.
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Reduces commercial risk |
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Reduced costs, improved
efficiency and increased profitability |
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Eliminates multiple assessments |
Certification process
The certification process is a multiple-step process. The certification
cycle is described briefly:
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Application for certification from client |
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Offer from TUV India |
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Offer acceptance from client and order
confirmation by TUV India |
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Preaudit (optional) |
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Certification audit |
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Issue of certificate on successful completion
of certification audit |
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Surveillance audits at defined interval |
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Recertification audit |
TUV's services
Experts at TUV India assist in research, development, aircraft
tests. Systems and components are independently assessed in
an order-related capacity. Our aviation specialists provide
competent advice and create solutions for aviation manufacturers,
suppliers, airlines, airport operators, institutes, and government
offices. TUV India effectively partners with TUV Nord to bring
you this certification for your products and services.
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