What AS9100 Certification Means for Our Aerospace Customers...
- ABACORP CNC Machined Parts kim@abacorpcnc.com

- Aug 7
- 2 min read

Learn what AS9100 certification means for aerospace customers and how ABACORP's AS9100 certified quality management system delivers precision, traceability, consistency, and confidence for aerospace CNC machining projects. When you choose a CNC machining partner, you're choosing more than a supplier, you're choosing a company you trust to manufacture critical components with precision, consistency, and quality. For aerospace manufacturers, those expectations are even higher. That's where AS9100 certification makes all the difference.
At ABACORP CNC Machined Parts, we are proud to be AS9100 certified, demonstrating our commitment to meeting the rigorous quality standards required by the aerospace industry.
What Is AS9100?
AS9100 is the internationally recognized quality management standard specifically developed for the aerospace, aviation, and defense industries. It builds upon ISO 9001 while adding additional requirements focused on:
Product safety
Risk management
Configuration management
Counterfeit part prevention
Traceability
Continuous improvement
Supplier quality management
For aerospace manufacturers, AS9100 certification provides confidence that every process is documented, controlled, and continuously monitored to deliver reliable, repeatable results.
Why It Matters to Aerospace Customers
Consistent Precision
Aircraft and aerospace systems demand extremely tight tolerances. Every part must perform exactly as designed.
Our AS9100-certified quality system helps ensure consistent machining processes, thorough inspections, and repeatable production from first article through full production runs.
Complete Traceability
Knowing exactly where materials originated and how parts were manufactured is essential in aerospace manufacturing.
Our documented processes help maintain traceability throughout production, providing customers with the documentation needed to support quality requirements.
Risk Reduction
AS9100 emphasizes identifying and mitigating risks before they become problems.
This proactive approach helps reduce production issues, minimize delays, and improve overall product reliability—benefiting both our customers and their end users.
Continuous Improvement
Certification isn't something earned once and forgotten.
AS9100 requires ongoing audits, process reviews, employee training, and continual improvement initiatives that help us become more efficient while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Dependable Supply Chain Partner
Many aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers require their machining partners to be AS9100 certified.
Working with an AS9100-certified manufacturer simplifies supplier qualification and provides confidence that your parts are being produced within a robust quality management system.
Quality Is Built Into Every Part
At ABACORP, quality begins long before a machine starts cutting material.
Our team follows documented procedures throughout every stage of production from contract review and material verification to in-process inspections and final quality checks. Combined with advanced CNC machining technology and experienced machinists, these systems help ensure every component meets customer specifications.
Supporting the Aerospace Industry
For more than 30 years, ABACORP has manufactured precision CNC machined components for customers who depend on accuracy, reliability, and on-time delivery. Whether supporting commercial aviation, defense programs, or next-generation aerospace technologies, our AS9100-certified quality management system helps provide the confidence our customers expect from a trusted manufacturing partner.
Partner with an AS9100-Certified CNC Machine Shop
When quality, consistency, and precision matter, choosing an AS9100-certified manufacturer is an investment in your project's success. If you're looking for a reliable CNC machining partner for aerospace components, we'd welcome the opportunity to discuss your next project.
Contact ABACORP CNC Machined Parts today to learn how our AS9100-certified quality system can support your precision machining needs.





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