About the Program
Advance your career and expand your aerospace industry knowledge by earning certification from ASTM's National Center for Aerospace & Transportation Technologies (NCATT).
NCATT certifications demonstrate the knowledge base of the advanced aerospace technician and promote integrity, safety, and professionalism in the aerospace workforce. Our certificates are an industry defined mechanism to identify professionals who demonstrate their knowledge through testing and commit themselves to the aerospace industry. Associations and professionals across every industry use these certifications to recognize qualified and competent individuals.
SpaceTEC Partners Inc (SPI) is the administrator for all ASTM NCATT written exams, through Credential Testing Services (CTS), in addition to its other job-oriented knowledge and practical skill certification examinations. SPI also processes applications from schools and industry training providers for ASTM NCATT Training Provider approval.
ASTM Committee F46 on Aerospace Personnel currently supports the technical standards development that updates and maintains the NCATT certification program. Learn more about F46's standards work, meetings, contact information, and how to get involved.
ASTM NCATT Certifications and Endorsements
Aircraft Electronics Technician Certification (AET)
AET Endorsements
Note: Candidate must successfully pass the AET before being eligible to take endorsements.
Aircraft Electronics Installation (AEIT)
- AEIT has 106 questions on the exam, and the passing score is 70%
- To purchase the AEIT Standard, please go to this link
- The Standard is typically purchased for those creating a curriculum for a program
Autonomous Navigation Systems (ANS)
- ANS has 50 questions on the exam, and the passing score is 70%
Dependent Navigation Systems (DNS)
- DNS has 50 questions on the exam, and the passing score is 70%
Onboard Communications and Safety Systems (OCS)
- OCS has 50 questions on the exam, and the passing score is 70%
Radio Communication Systems (RCS)
- RCS has 50 questions on the exam, and the passing score is 70%
