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)

• The AET exam has 90 questions and the passing score is 73%.
• Note: A study guide is also available for the AET. Visit AET Study Guide to download.
• ASTM F3245, Standard Guide for Aircraft Electronics Technician Certification, is typically purchased for those creating curriculum for a program.

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%

Other ASTM NCATT Certifications 

Aerospace/Aircraft Assembly (AAA)

• AAA has 100 questions, and the passing score is 70%

Business Aviation Cabin Crew (BACC)

• BACC has 170 questions, and the passing score is 78%

Foreign Object Elimination (FOE)

• FOE has 80 questions, and the passing score is 83%
• ASTM F3617, Standard Guide for Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) Elements of Basic Awareness and Personnel Certification, is typically purchased for those creating curriculum for a program.

Unmanned Aircraft System Maintenance (UAS)

• UAS has 180 questions, and the passing score is 77%

ASTM Nanotechnology Certifications

• ASTM International Workforce Certificate for Health and Safety in Nanotechnology
• ASTM International Workforce Certificate for Nanotechnology Workforce Characterization
• ASTM International Workforce Certificate for Nanotechnology Workforce Fabrication and Related Infrastructure

While not an NCATT certification, those in the industry who wish to obtain a certification on information technology for the configuration and troubleshooting of networks and SATCOM systems onboard aircraft can access the program through Satcom Direct, Inc.  

Exam Fees

For information on ASTM exam fees, view view Certification Pricing.

Recertification

As of January 1, 2022, all ASTM NCATT certifications have a five-year renewal. View renewal policy.

Testing Options

• An individual can take an exam in person, depending on their location. To find an in-person testing location, contact Carolyn Parise, tel +1.321.567.5193.
• To use remote proctoring, you need a computer with a webcam and microphone. The fee for this service is between $10 and $14. To learn more about this option, Contact Carolyn Parise to learn more about this option, contact Carolyn Parise, tel +1.321.567.5193.

Testing Centers

To become a SpaceTEC Partners Inc. Testing Center, contact Carolyn Parise, tel +1.321.567.5193. Once approved as a SPI Testing Center, you can administer ASTM NCATT exams at your school or facility.

Training Providers

ASTM NCATT Approved Training Providers are school houses/training centers or online training programs that demonstrate a commitment to quality by undergoing an in-depth curriculum, site, and faculty evaluation. Through this process, they were found to meet and/or exceed ASTM NCATT standards and were therefore awarded Approved Training Provider status. There is a $750 application fee to become an ASTM NCATT Approved Training Provider. The distinction is valid for two years and, upon a follow-up review, is extended to five-year intervals. This approval can also be rescinded if conditions change or the program no longer complies with ASTM standards.

Please visit the websites of our approved training providers to learn more about their respective programs. If you are interested in becoming an ASTM NCATT Approved Training Provider, please contact Carolyn Parise, tel +1.321.567.5193.

Please visit any one of our Approved Training Providers websites to find out more information on their respective programs. If you're interested in becoming an NCATT Approved Training Provider, contact Carolyn Parise.

Airline Ground Schools - Flamingo Air - Cincinnati Lunken Airport

AL Aviation College - Coastal AL Community College

AL Aviation College - Enterprise State Community College

AL Aviation College - Snead State Community College

Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Georgia

Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Philadelphia

Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Norfolk, Virginia

Aviation Institute of Maintenance - Manassas, Virginia

Avionics Aviation - Alabama

AvSea Corp - Florida

Caribbean Aviation Training Institute

Cincinnati State Technical and Community College - Ohio

Eau Gallie High School, Melbourne, Florida

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University - Florida

FlightSafety Intl. Savannah, Georgia

FlightSafety Intl. Tucson, Arizona

FlightSafety Intl. Wichita, Kansas

FlightSafety Intl. Dallas, Texas

George T. Baker Aviation – Florida

Greenville Technical College, South Carolina

Guilford Technical Community College, North Carolina

Kansas State University – Salina - Kansas

Kent Career Technical Center

Learn Avionics, LLC - Georgia

National Aviation Academy - Florida

Northland Community & Technical College Aerospace - Minnesota

Pennsylvania College of Technology - Pennsylvania

Pima Community College – Arizona

Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics- Pennsylvania

South Avionics Training Center, Florida

Sprott Learning LLC

Technical College of the Lowcountry, South Carolina

Texas State Technical College, Waco, TX

Tulsa Technology Center - Oklahoma

SpaceTEC and CertTEC Certifications Information

These other divisions of SpaceTEC Partners Inc., offer job-oriented knowledge and practical skill certifications. For more information about SpaceTEC, click here.  For CertTEC information, click here.