Industry
Aerospace and defence supply chains
Precision, traceability and configuration control are non-negotiable. We support buyers sourcing aerospace and defence parts from Turkish suppliers.
01Discipline in every record
Turkey's aerospace and defence industry has developed a large network of machining, sheet metal, composites and special process suppliers, particularly around Ankara, Eskişehir and İstanbul. Requirements include AS9100, AS9102 first article inspection, special process approvals and strict configuration management.
QUALITAS TR audits suppliers, performs FAI and source inspection, and verifies traceability and configuration.
02Typical quality risks we see
- FAI not covering all characteristics
- Special processes without approval
- Configuration and revision errors
- Counterfeit or unapproved material
- Foreign object damage control
03How QUALITAS TR supports aerospace and defence buyers
| Service | What we do in this sector |
|---|---|
| First Article Inspection | AS9102 style FAI. |
| Quality Management System Audits | AS9100 based supplier audits. |
| Engineering Change and Technical Query Management | Configuration and change control. |
| Material Verification and Certificate Review | Material and traceability verification. |
04Key inspection points
- FAI accountability
- Special process approvals
- Configuration status
- Material certificates
- FOD control
- Key characteristic capability
05Standards and requirements
Aerospace FAI follows SAE AS9102. Special processes may require customer or Nadcap approval. Export control obligations apply to defence items and are the parties' responsibility.
06The sector in Turkey
Ankara, Eskişehir and İstanbul host most aerospace and defence manufacturing and their supplier networks.