Aerospace & Defense Standards
Quality management standards for aviation, space, and defense industries with enhanced safety and risk management requirements.
AS9000 - Aerospace Basic Quality System Standard sae.org
The foundational quality management standard specifically developed for the aerospace industry in 1997. AS9000 established systematic quality practices for aviation, space, and defense manufacturing, addressing unique aerospace challenges like configuration management, design control, and complete product traceability. SUPERSEDED by AS9100 - No longer available for new certification. While historically significant as the first standardized quality system designed specifically for aerospace manufacturing, organizations should pursue AS9100D certification for current industry requirements.
Status: Superseded by AS9100 - No new certifications available
AS9100 - Aerospace Quality Management Systems sae.org
The current aerospace quality management standard for aviation, space, and defense organizations worldwide. The current version is AS9100D (2016) which incorporates ISO 9001:2015 requirements with additional aerospace-specific requirements including risk management, configuration control, project management, and product safety. Essential for any organization serving aerospace customers, demonstrating capability to deliver products that meet the highest safety and reliability standards.
AS9100:2004 - AS9100 Standard (2004 Revision) sae.org
The enhanced 2004 revision of the AS9100 aerospace quality standard that strengthened risk management and customer satisfaction requirements. This version expanded configuration management controls, improved supplier oversight processes, and enhanced documentation requirements for critical aerospace applications. SUPERSEDED by AS9100D - No longer available for new certification. Organizations should transition to AS9100D for current industry compliance.
Status: Superseded by AS9100D - No new certifications available
AS9100B - AS9100 Revision B sae.org
The "Revision B" update to AS9100 that enhanced supplier management and configuration control requirements for aerospace organizations. AS9100B strengthened the standard's focus on supply chain management, introducing more rigorous supplier evaluation and monitoring processes. SUPERSEDED by AS9100D - No longer available for new certification. The current industry standard is AS9100D which provides enhanced risk management and updated requirements.
Status: Superseded by AS9100D - No new certifications available
AS9110 sae.org
Aerospace quality management standard specifically for maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) organizations. AS9110 builds upon AS9100D requirements with additional specifications for aerospace maintenance operations, repair stations, and service providers. This standard addresses the unique challenges of maintaining commercial, private, and military aircraft throughout their operational lifecycles.
AS9120 sae.org
Aerospace quality management standard for stockist distributors and suppliers of aerospace parts and materials. AS9120 addresses the specific requirements for organizations that procure, store, and distribute aerospace products without performing manufacturing operations. This standard emphasizes supply chain management, product authenticity verification, and traceability throughout distribution networks.
