AS9100D · Aerospace Quality Management

AS 9100D Certification Aerospace Quality Management

AS9100 is the quality management system standard for the aerospace industry, published by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) and built on ISO 9001. Its goal is safe, reliable, compliant aerospace products — with strict requirements for product realization and configuration management.

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Standard: AS9100D
Typical timeline: 30–90 days
Outcome: Accredited certificate
Delivery: Remote & on-site, worldwide

In general

Designed for a safety-critical industry

Aviation, space and defense organizations pursue AS9100 to demonstrate commitment to excellence in a highly regulated field. Compliance improves product quality, reduces defects and rework, raises customer satisfaction and increases competitiveness.

Most major OEMs require AS9100 across their supply chain — certification is often the ticket to bid.

Beyond ISO 9001

Key aerospace requirements

Product safety and configuration management
Counterfeit parts prevention
On-time delivery and product conformity metrics
Human factors and awareness
Risk management across operations

How it works

Your path to AS 9100D certification

01Service agreementThe engagement begins with a signed agreement and a dedicated project team.
02Gap analysisWe assess your current practices against AS9100D and prepare a detailed action plan.
03Documentation and implementationWe develop procedures and records, train your team and embed the system into daily operations.
04Internal auditA comprehensive internal audit confirms readiness and resolves any nonconformities.
05Certification auditAn accredited certification body audits and issues your verifiable certificate.

How we can help

AS 9100D service packages

A01DocumentationAS9100D documentation — ready-made templates or fully customized to how your organization actually works.
B02Implementation & consultationHands-on AS9100D implementation, training and expert consultation until the system runs on its own.
C03Internal auditInternal audit based on AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 with a full gap report.
D04Certification auditWe arrange an independent audit through a reputable, accredited certification body and support you through Stage 1 and Stage 2.
E05Full packageEverything above end-to-end — documents, implementation plan, training, internal audit and your final AS9100D certificate.

FAQ

AS 9100D frequently asked questions

01How long does AS9100 certification take?

Most organizations complete AS9100D certification in 30–90 days with Lisora's fast-track approach. The exact timeline depends on your size, number of sites, process complexity and how much of the system already exists.

02How long is an AS9100 certificate valid?

An accredited AS9100 certificate is valid for three years, with annual surveillance audits to confirm the management system is maintained and improving. A recertification audit is carried out before the third anniversary.

03Where does my AS9100 certificate appear?

Certified organizations are listed in the IAQG OASIS database, which aerospace primes use to verify suppliers.

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