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Celebrating World Space Week: Advancing Aerospace Standards for a Better Future

08 October 2024
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Celebrate World Space Week (Oct 4-10), highlighting advancements in aerospace standards that drive innovation and improve global safety and efficiency in space exploration.

By fostering international collaboration, these standards contribute to a sustainable future for aerospace technology and beyond.


World Space Week, held annually from October 4th to 10th, is the largest space event on Earth. With more than 16,000 events across 83 countries, it celebrates the remarkable achievements of science and technology in space and how they improve life on our planet. This global celebration commemorates historic milestones, like the launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957 and the signing of the Outer Space Treaty in 1967. It also support the growth and innovation for a sustainable future through international collaboration and education.

At NQA, we recognise the pivotal role that aerospace standards play in this ever-evolving field. Standards like AS9100D, AS9110C, AS9120B, and AS6081 ensure that organisations maintain the highest levels of safety, quality, and efficiency in aerospace manufacturing and operations. These standards go beyond simple guidelines - they’re crucial for achieving high performance in a field that must meet rigorous demands, ensure public safety, and promote technological advancement.

Aerospace Standards: Driving Innovation and Trust

As World Space Week celebrates the wonders of space exploration, the aerospace industry continues to develop and manufacture the systems that make such exploration possible. Key aerospace standards play a crucial role in ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency, including:

  • AS9100D: for aerospace design and manufacturing
  • AS9110C: for aerospace maintenance
  • AS9120B: for aerospace distribution
  • AS6081:   for mitigating counterfeit electronic parts

Compliance with these standards allows aerospace manufacturers, suppliers, and maintenance organisations to operate safely and effectively, while building trust with stakeholders.

NQA provides a range of resources to help organisations meet and maintain key aerospace standards. These include webinars, on-site and virtual training, as well as access to news, legal updates, case studies, and blogs.

We also offer step-by-step implementation guides, management tools, and a gap analysis tool, which help identify areas for improvement and streamline the certification process. These resources ensure compliance while enhancing overall quality and innovation in aerospace operations.


NQA offers the tools and expertise you need to meet aerospace standards and drive innovation - explore all certification resources today.

Training to Elevate Aerospace Excellence

In the context of space exploration and aerospace innovation, NQA offers tailored training programs to help organisations achieve and maintain certification to these critical standards. Our NQA AS9100 and AS9120 Internal Auditor Training course is designed to equip aerospace professionals with the skills to audit and improve internal processes in line with AS9100 and AS9120 standards. By improving internal auditing capabilities, organisations can strengthen their compliance and improve overall performance, contributing to a safer and more reliable aerospace industry.

Moreover, our First Article Inspection (FAI) Training and Statistical Process Control Training provide essential knowledge to streamline production processes, identify potential issues before they escalate, and ensure product quality. These skills are indispensable in aerospace manufacturing, where precision and consistency are crucial.

As space exploration and aerospace technology continue to advance, the aerospace sector plays a critical role in driving innovation and progress. NQA is committed to supporting organisations in this industry through certification and training, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to uphold the highest standards of quality and performance. 

During World Space Week, we reaffirm our dedication to advancing aerospace standards, ensuring that organisations are prepared to meet the challenges of the industry. Together, we can push the boundaries of what’s possible, contributing not only to space exploration but also to global progress and sustainability.


Take your first step towards improved efficiency and quality contact one of our team today.