--- type: "WebPage" title: "Qualification granted by Airbus Defence and Space to the FILAB laboratory" description: "Are you looking for an Airbus Defence and Space qualified laboratory? What is Airbus Defence and Space qualification? The Airbus Defence and Space qualification is a certification granted by Airbus Defence and Space to suppliers and service providers who meet..." resource: "https://filab.fr/en/accreditations-en/qualification-granted-by-airbus-defence-and-space-to-the-filab-laboratory/" tags: ["EN", "pll_6a0b06886097c"] timestamp: "2026-06-10T13:45:58Z" published: "2026-06-10T13:45:58Z" language: "en" author: "Laure Durieux" --- # Qualification granted by Airbus Defence and Space to the FILAB laboratory ## Are you looking for an Airbus Defence and Space qualified laboratory? ### What is Airbus Defence and Space qualification? The **Airbus Defence and Space** qualification is a certification granted by Airbus Defence and Space to suppliers and service providers who **meet its strict requirements in terms of quality, traceability, high reliability, and compliance with aeronautics, space, and defense standards**. This qualification is a strong benchmark and also serves as a basis for many companies in the sector. Following rigorous inter-laboratory comparison tests (PTP), **Airbus Defence and Space** selects the service providers that meet the group’s exacting requirements and grants them approval for one or more defined analysis methods. ### Why choose an expert laboratory that has received Airbus Defence and Space qualification?   Using a qualified expert laboratory **approved by Airbus Defence and Space** is a sine qua non condition for ensuring the compliance of critical components. This **qualification** confirms that the provider masters the rigorous protocols of the [aerospace](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analysis-aeronautics-aerospace.md), [space](https://filab.fr/secteur-activite/analysis-essais-laboratoire-aerospatial-spatial/) and [defence](https://filab.fr/en/sectors-of-activity/laboratory-analyses-tests-defense-security-sector.md) industries. By choosing an **approved** partner, you secure your supply chain with recognized test reports, thereby minimizing the risk of non-compliance during quality audits. ## FILAB: Airbus Defence and Space qualified laboratory Since May 2026, FILAB has been officially recognized as an Airbus Defence and Space analysis laboratory. Our qualification guarantees aerospace manufacturers a **reliable partner** for materials analysis, compliance testing, and the resolution of specific technical issues ([corrosion](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-expertise-services/laboratory-analysis-deposit-contamination/laboratory-expertise-and-analysis-of-corrosion.md), [contamination](https://filab.fr/nos-prestations/expertise/laboratoire-analysis-particules-contamination/), [material aging](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/laboratory-material-testing/filab-accelerated-ageing-test-laboratory.md)…). ### Our Airbus Defence and Space characterization services Thanks to our internal procedures and our [state-of-the-art equipment](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/chons-laboratory-analysis.md), we are qualified to carry out chemical analyses on various material bases (Fe, Ni, Ti, Al): - **[C Analysis](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-determine-carbon.md)\[S](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/halogen-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-sulfur-determination.md)** (Iron [and](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/iron-alloys-analysis-at-filab-laboratory.md) Nickel [)](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-nickel-alloys.md)O Analysis  - [**(Nickel and**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-oxygen-determination.md) Titanium [)](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-titanium-alloys.md)N Analysis  - [**(Iron, Nickel and Titanium bases)**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/determination-nitrogen-content.md) H Analysis  - [**(Iron and Titanium bases)**](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/chemical-analysis-laboratory/hydrogen-h-determination-in-titanium-according-to-astm-e1447.md) Analysis  - **ICP-AES [(Iron,](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-icp-icp-ms-icp-aes/icp-aes-analysis-laboratory.md)** Aluminum [, Nickel and Titanium bases)](https://filab.fr/en/our-services/our-analysis-services/metallurgical-analysis-laboratory/laboratory-analysis-aluminum-alloys.md)Spark optical emission spectroscopy  - **[spark](https://filab.fr/en/our-technical-resources/laboratory-analysis-oes-alloys.md) (Iron and Aluminum bases) –** (Bases Fer et Aluminium) –  [If you would like to receive our qualification, you can contact us!](mailto:contact@filab.fr) ### Trusted accreditations to secure your projects The maintenance and long-term validity of this qualification are based on high-end international quality standards, validated within Airbus's sustainability system: - **[Nadcap Accreditation](https://filab.fr/accreditations/analysis-accreditation-nadcap/) (Materials Testing Laboratories)** – Certificate No. 5302228150 (including general requirements AC7101/1, chemical analysis AC7101/2, and proficiency testing / Round Robin AC7101/14). - **ILAC / COFRAC Accreditation** – Certificate No. 1-1793. By choosing FILAB, an Airbus Defence and Space approved partner, you secure your supply chain with officially recognized test reports, thereby minimizing the risk of non-compliance during your quality audits. ### FILAB: AIRBUS DEFENCE AND SPACE qualified laboratory The **FILAB** laboratory has obtained official approval from **Airbus Defence and Space** (Approval reference: **AM-LAB-001-26**). This qualification confirms FILAB’s compliance and recognition as an **independent laboratory** capable of meeting the requirements of specification **CASA-1400-55-FT**. Our qualification guarantees aerospace, space, and defense manufacturers a top-tier partner for chemical analysis of materials and compliance testing of critical components. ## Our FAQ Who is Airbus Defence and Space **Airbus Defence and Space** is a division of the Airbus Group, a global and European leader in military aeronautics, space, and connected security systems. A strategic player in industrial sovereignty and defense, the company designs and deploys cutting-edge technologies (military transport aircraft, satellites, integrated space systems) where regulatory compliance and zero risk are absolute imperatives. What types of materials is FILAB qualified for by Airbus DS? FILAB is approved to carry out chemical analysis on material grades that are highly critical for the defense and space sectors, notably the following metal bases:   - **Iron bases (Fe)** - **Nickel bases (Ni)** - **Titanium bases (Ti)** - **Aluminum bases (Al)** What are the benefits of using an Airbus Defence and Space approved laboratory? Using an Airbus Defence and Space expert laboratory ensures that your analysis are carried out according to protocols validated by the aircraft manufacturer. This guarantees the compliance of your critical parts, facilitates your quality audits, and secures the integration of your components into the aerospace supply chain. How can I get a quote with FILAB? To get a quote, you can contact our teams via our contact form, by phone, or by email. All you need to do is send us your requirements (material type, requested analysis, any applicable standard, urgency, number of samples, etc.). We will then send you a personalized technical and pricing proposal within 24-48 hours. What is the typical turnaround time for analysis? Lead times vary depending on the nature of the analysis and the complexity of the expert assessment project. However, FILAB is committed to providing fast turnaround times tailored to your constraints and industrial urgencies.