Composites-By-Design LLC (CBD) is an aerospace materials & process consulting firm established in 2000. We are available globally for assignments to assist clients with new processor qualifications and work packages in the composite aerospace markets. Composite Supplier Qualifications to Boeing, Bell & Bombardier We provide supplier support for Boeing, Bell and Bombardier composite part qualifications including processor, equipment, preproduction verification (PPV) and first part qualification (FPQ). We have successfully walked several clients through the entire process from pre-audit to the completion of the FPQ. Our team remains on-site as needed during the initial phases and audit, and on call to assist in closing out action items to get your organization into production. CBD has developed client templates for Facilities Operating Requirements, Equipment Qualifications, Thermal Profiles, PPV and FPQ Plans & Reports to meet the requirements of Boeing's BAC 5578 and 5317. CFR Part 23 Aircraft Composites Materials Qualifications We develop qualification test plans and M&P specifications for prepregs and structural adhesives used in general aviation aircraft primary structure. Working with the National Center for Advanced Materials Performance (NCAMP) and using materials from the AGATE database, material qualification costs and schedules are reduced significantly. Process Specifications Development For Boeing Helicopter, we developed the principle process specification for the CH-47F Chinook Block II Rotor Blade Program, a newly designed S2/CFRP blade offering 15% improved lift over legacy rotor blades. We completed major revisions to Gulfstream’s composite process specifications, meeting the objective to improve yields, reduce defects and simplify fabrication & inspection requirements. Contact Us Should your organization need cost-effective assistance in qualifying your facility to any prime airframe integrator, please contact us at 301.994.2044.