Digital Data Model for the AS9100D Aerospace Standard

This digital data model for the AS9100D aerospace quality management standard provides a structured, machine‑readable representation of the requirements, definitions, and industry‑specific enhancements that distinguish AS9100D from its ISO 9001:2015 foundation. Designed to support interoperability across aviation, space, and defense organizations, the model encapsulates the standard’s clause hierarchy, terminology, and compliance attributes in a format optimized for automated processing, validation, and lifecycle management.

The model incorporates the revised clause structure introduced with ISO 9001:2015 and extends it with aerospace‑specific obligations, risk‑based considerations, and supply‑chain expectations defined by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG). It captures the relationships between core quality management system elements—such as leadership, planning, operational control, and performance evaluation—while embedding additional AS9100D requirements related to product safety, counterfeit part prevention, configuration management, and external provider oversight.

To support diverse operational contexts, the data model includes metadata describing intended application domains, such as design and development, production, post‑delivery support, and maintenance activities. It also provides linkages to related IAQG standards (e.g., 9110, 9115, 9120) to enable organizations to align their digital compliance frameworks with sector‑specific guidance. By formalizing AS9100D in a structured digital format, the model enables consistent interpretation, facilitates integration with enterprise quality systems, and enhances the ability of organizations to automate compliance workflows, improve audit readiness, and maintain alignment with evolving regulatory and customer expectations.