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guide to Nadcap

Nadcap is a body of major aerospace companies (prime subscribers) that work together managing a cost effective special process accreditation programme. A Nadcap accreditation is recognised and accepted by all member companies - so one audit is good for all.

Nadcap is a brand name for a global programme that is focused upon compliance to standards and continual improvement of special processes.

The benefits of holding Nadcap Accreditation (169.3 KB)

List of current Nadcap programmes is detailed below:

Special Processes

  • Nondestructive Testing (NDT)
  • Materials Testing (MTL)
  • Heat Treating (HT)
  • Coatings (CT)
  • Chemical Processing (CP)
  • Welding (WLD)
  • Nonconventional Machining & Surface Enhancement (NMSE)

Systems & Products

  • Sealants (SLT)
  • Distributors (DIST)
  • Aerospace Quality Systems (AQS) - AC7004
  • Fluid Distribution Standards (FLU)
  • Elastomer Seals (SEALS)
  • Composites (COMP)
  • Electronics (ETG)

Under Development

  • Fasteners (FAST)

Nadcap process flow

 

Performance Review Institute (PRI) contacts list

A list of contacts can be found on the PRI website. Click here

Nadcap Customer Support Initiative (NCSI)

NCSI is a free, web-based training program designed to walk suppliers through the Nadcap process. The training discusses everything from audit preparation to non-conformance responses, as well as the additional training tools provided by PRI. To be taken to the website click here.