The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) Engineering Data Interoperability Group (EDIG) recommends that AIA member companies and suppliers transition to a standards-based interoperability solution utilizing PLCS (ISO 10303-239) and its associated DEXs.

Across the aerospace industry, the need for efficient data exchange has never been greater. Aerospace companies have increasingly focused on the role of systems integrator, relying on partners and suppliers to provide significant portions of their aircraft designs. Meeting the requirement for integration and collaboration, however, has been costly and time-consuming given the disparate set of applications and methods typically employed presents. This White Paper summarizes the AIA Engineering Data Interoperability Group's activities, their related findings, and their recommendations.

Please download the AIA Position Paper.