What is AS9102B?
What is AS9102B?
FAI (AS9102B) is a unique standard updated by SAE to emphasize the value of the FAI process. Although AS9100 Rev D requires the production process verification required under Clause 8.5. 1.3, AS9102 itself is not a formal requirement – it is a guidance document, not something requiring certification.
What is AS9102 certification?
An AS9102 FAIR, or First Article Inspection Report, certifies that each sample was produced and inspected according to the customer’s specifications. AS9102 First Articles used by the aerospace and defense industries include 3 forms: Part Number Accountability, Product Accountability, and Characteristic Accountability.
What is the difference between AS9100 and AS9102?
AS9102 is part of the widely adopted AS9100 quality management system for the aerospace industry. AS9102 is the standard that details a first article inspection. In the Aerospace and Defense industry when a new or revised part is produced for the first time, it must be verified to ensure all requirements have been met.
When should a first article inspection be done?
First Article Inspection is conducted during the first production run. If you find something, not 100% compliant to requirement, you need to take the corrective action.
Does ISO 9001 require first article inspection?
Does ISO 9001 require first article inspection? ISO 9001 does require that you have your operational processes defined and controlled; however, the very specific requirement to perform and record the inspection of an article from the first production run is not included as a required verification process.
How do I get my first article inspection?
Here’s how you can create a First Article Inspection Report in five steps.
- Step 1: Pre-plan your FAI. Before beginning, gather the documentation needed for your First Article Inspection:
- Step 2: Create an inspection plan.
- Step 3: Manufacture the part.
- Step 4: Collect data.
- Step 5: Create report.
What is meant by First Article Inspection?
A First Article Inspection (FAI) assesses the quality of one to five items that are selected from the first mass production run for testing. The items are chosen at random and act as a sample for the rest of the production run.
When is an AS9102 FAI required?
AS9102 becomes enforceable only when invoked by Customer. If a Customer has not established any specific FAI requirements, then per AS9100, AS9102 is to be used as a “guideline” to perform FAI. However, if a Customer requires FAI to be performed per AS9102, then AS9102 is treated as a “Standard” and not a guideline.
What is AS9102 fair?
An AS9102 FAIR, or First Article Inspection Report, certifies that each sample was produced and inspected according to the customer’s specifications. AS9102 First Articles used by the aerospace and defense industries includes 3 forms: part number accountability, product accountability, and characteristic accountability.
What is AS9102 FAI?
AS9102 is a standard which highlights documentation requirements for First Article Inspection (FAI) reports intended for the Aerospace industry.