Airframers undertake the top-level design, structural assembly, and systems integration of complete fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft, encompassing fuselage and wing mating, the installation of flight-control, avionics, and propulsion systems, and final configuration to type certificate, drawing on processes such as automated drilling and fastening, shimming, and functional ground testing.
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Sectors serving Airframer companies:
Structural Components •
Airframe Assemblies •
Composite Materials •
Turbine Engines •
Metals •
Actuation •
Engine Rotating & Gas-Path Parts •
Flight & Data Management •
Fluid Power •
Fasteners •
Landing Assemblies •
Engine Structure & Casings •
Composite Processes & Manufacturing •
Air Data & Flight Instruments •
Power Transmission •
Sensors, Transducers & Detectors •
Tubing, Hoses & Conduits •
Manufacturing Services •
Environmental Systems •
Active Electronic Components •
Mechanical Hardware •
Fuel Systems •
Electrical Power Systems •
Terminals, Relays & Switching •
Safety & Emergency Systems •
Cockpit Displays •
Seals & Sealing •
Engine Controls & Monitoring •
Switches •
Valves •
Auxiliary Power •
Avionic Hardware •
Warning Systems •
Communications (Airborne) •
Navigation Aids •
Electrical/Electronic Connectors •
Crew Seating •
Bearings •
Windows & Glass •
Oxygen Systems & Equipment •
Design Software •
Test Services •
Adhesives •
Mechanical Connectors •
Rotors & Propellers •
Furnishing & Trim •
Cabin Systems & IFE •
Galley & Catering •
Inertial & Gyro Sensors •
Engine & Systems Indicators •
Circuit Protection •
Shielding •
Fittings & Couplings •
Engine Accessories & Oil •
Paints & Primers •
Imaging and Visual Systems •
Landing Guidance Systems •
Passive Electronic Components •
Batteries & Accessories •
Plastics •
Lighting •
Fibre Optics •
Cargo Systems •
Computer Integrated Manufacturing •
Technical Consultants •
Inspection & Non-Destructive Testing •
Aircraft Operations •
Professional Services •
Non-metal Materials •
Design •
Coatings •
Chemicals •
Personnel & Training •
Lubricants
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