Design services encompassing the engineering and configuration of aerospace structures, systems, and interiors, including rotorcraft-specific consultancy, human factors engineering aligned with DO-178C and ARP4754A frameworks, ergonomic crew station layout, and cabin interior integration — supported by research consultancy addressing airworthiness compliance, design-for-manufacture principles, and flexible manufacturing system architecture across both fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms.
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Sectors purchasing from Design companies:
Airframer •
Airframe Assemblies •
Turbine Engines •
Engine Rotating & Gas-Path Parts •
Structural Components •
Landing Assemblies •
Rotors & Propellers •
Composite Materials •
Actuation •
Flight & Data Management •
Fluid Power •
Cabin Systems & IFE •
Environmental Systems •
Fuel Systems •
Furnishing & Trim