AIM Aviation, Inc. is a FAA / PMA manufacturer of aircraft interior products. At present, AIM holds design approvals pertinent to over seventy-five (75) Supplemental Type Certificates (STC's).

Manufacturing Capabilities

Our facilities are equipped with efficient production plant and machinery covering over 132,000 square feet. Composite sheet and molded component manufacturing facilities include a an automated controlled 1000 ton 5'x10' press for manufacturing contoured panels as well as crushed core composites. A five platten multiple opening press to manufacture five 4'x8' panels simultaneously.
	Also onsite are two 10' convection ovens and a series of component manufacturing equipment including CNC high-speed routers, both 3 axis and 5 axis tied into an AutoCAD design system, plus lathes, milling machines, brake presses and guillotines. Full thermoform as well as thermoset manufacturing equipment is also in operation.
Finishing and trim shops are fully equipped with infra-red micro processor controlled vacuum decor application equipment plus detail paint spray facilities. Electrical installations and cabin services equipment (PSU and cabin attendant) use some of the latest state-of-the-art technology components and are manufactured in well equipped specialized facilities.

Proven Processes

- Kit Cutting - Laminating - Match Metal Die Process - Bonded Assemblies - CNC - Decorative/Paint Application - Electrical/Final Assembly - Functional Testing

Quality Assurance Laboratory Capabilities

AIM Aviation operates, within the Quality Assurance Department, a full service test laboratory which is capable of performing program certification testing while also supporting the in process and receiving inspection test requirements of a composite manufacturing facility. Test capabilities include the full range of material properties testing as well as shear, tensile and peel. Structural substantiation is verified by means of static testing of assemblies and bonded structures. Up-to-date and calibrated equipment is maintained to assure aerospace accuracy. All of these services are available for contract.

AIM also performs flammability testing, both FAA witnessed and process control, for exterior customers and is fully approved by the FAA and Boeing. Boeing approvals include:

- BSS 7322 Ohio State University (OSU) Calorimeter Heat Release
- BSS 7238 Test Method / Smoke Generation by Materials on Combustion

FAA Designated Engineering Representatives (DER's) and a FAA Designated Manufacturing Inspection Representative (DMIR) are on staff.

Engineering Services

AIM Aviation employs a full time direct engineering staff that is complimented by contract personnel when required. Full turnkey engineering services are available including:

- Interior Engineering and Design
- CATIA
- Solid Works
- AutoCad
- Structural Design and Substantiation
- Environmental Control Systems
- Water, Waste and Drain Systems
- Tool and Fixture Design, CNC Programming
- Technical Publications and Manuals
- Document and Data Control Services

FAA Certification

As a holder of numerous Supplemental Type Certificates (STC's), Certification staff at AIM Aviation are highly experienced in initiating, managing and successfully completing FAA projects on time and within budget. From the certification plan to the issue of the STC, AIM personnel are actively involved in all project requirements including:

- Static Loads and Flammability Testing and Approvals
- Design Data Reviews and Approvals
- Designated Engineering Representatives (DER's) all Disciplines
- Co-ordination of all Data Submittals and Conformity Inspections
- Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA) Supplement Submittal

Repair Station Capabilities

AIM Aviation, Inc. has operated a FAA approved Repair Station since 1995, prior to which a Manufacturing Maintenance Facility was utilized to service and return AIM product to service. The repair station has a limited rating that covers Saab 340 and all models of Boeing aircraft including DC-9, MD-80 and MD-11's. Certificate number X5MR067N.

AIM's FAA approved Alcohol and Drug Policy is linked to Repair Station operations.