TITLE: Supplier Requirements for First Article Inspection Reports
NUMBER: B25279
DATE: April 27, 2017
FUNCTION: SQA
Supplier Requirements
for
First Article Inspection Reports
April 27, 2017
Prepared By
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Document Change History
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Description
Original Release per DCR DRB18283
Revised per DCR DRB20820
Revised Form 1 instructions for Block 10, 15 and 18.
Revised Form 2 instructions for Block 5 and 6.
Add Definitions in Appendix D for COTS and Standard Part.
Italicized all (CR) references within document.
Modified format to keep page count the same.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SCOPE ...................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1
Partial or Re-accomplishment of FAIR (Including By Similarity) Form 1 Block 14.......................... 3
1.2
Evaluation Activities ......................................................................................................................... 4
2. DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED FOR THE FAIR ................................................................................... 4
2.1
Forms ............................................................................................................................................... 4
3. FORM 1 – PART NUMBER ACCOUNTABILITY .................................................................................... 5
4. FORM 2 – MATERIALS, PROCESSES AND FUNCTIONAL TESTING ................................................ 7
5. FORM 3 – CHARACTERISTIC ACCOUNTABILITY, VERIFICATION AND EVALUATION. ................. 8
APPENDIX A - FORM 1, 2, 3 CHECKLIST ................................................................................................11
APPENDIX B – EXAMPLES - COMPLETED FORM 1, 2, 3 AND BALLOONED DRAWING ...................13
APPENDIX C - SPECIAL AND CHEMICAL PROCESSING ......................................................................17
APPENDIX D - TERMS AND DEFINITIONS ..............................................................................................18
APPENDIX E - NONCONFORMANCE HANDLING ...................................................................................19
APPENDIX F - SUPPLIER BASIC PARTS LIST REPORT (EXAMPLE) ..................................................20
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1. Scope
This document outlines the completion of AS9102 Forms 1, 2 and 3 used for First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR)
submitted by suppliers to BAE SYSTEMS Systems. It provides consistency in approach resulting in compliant FAIR
documentation.
1.1
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FAIR is required if the BAE Systems Purchase Order has a Quality Code of 114, 214, x14, etc.
Or as specified in the BAE Systems Purchase Order, Subcontract or Statement of Work.
Supplier shall flow down this requirement to all sub-tiers.
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Supplier shall submit a FAIR traceable back to the part number and revision levels listed in the BAE Systems
purchase order. Sub-assembly FAIRs shall be included. If applicable, COTS CofCs are included with
revision. CofCs will show traceability to BAE Systems Parts List and to Original Component Manufacturer, as
applicable per Purchase Order requirements. A ballooned drawing is required with Form 3.
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Raw Material and Special Process Certifications must match requirements on the BAE SYSTEMS drawing,
and be included in the FAIR package. Accredited processes shall be used for special processes (NADCAP or
BAE SYSTEMS approved). Special processes are identified on BAE Systems PO as Quality Codes 102 and
185. See Appendix C.
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Part Dimensions shall be verified to meet those on the BAE SYSTEMS drawing, including all Notes.
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This document applies to assemblies, sub-assemblies, detail parts including castings or forgings, BAE
Systems designed tooling, and modifications to standard catalogue or Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS)
items. Does not apply to development, prototype parts and unique single run production orders not intended
for ongoing production. COTS items do not require an FAIR, but a list of COTS parts and revision level is
included with FAIR Form 1 or provided as an attachment.
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Initial FAIRs shall be completed on new product using a representative item from the first production run.
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The terms and definitions in this document are the same as those in AS9102 Aerospace First Article
Inspection Requirement, current revision. Appendix D lists Terms and Definitions used in this document.
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BAE Systems documents are available at www.BAESystems.com/suppliercenter.
Partial or Re-accomplishment of FAIR (Including By Similarity) Form 1 Block 14
The FAIR requirement is in effect for the duration of the BAE Systems Purchase Order. A Partial or ReAccomplishment FAIR addresses changes from a baseline part, including changes to product and processes at the
assembly and sub-assembly level. This is applicable to any change invalidating original results of an approved FAIR.
A full FAIR or a partial FAIR is submitted for affected characteristics, when any of the following occurs:
1. A change in the design characteristics affecting form, fit or function of the part (revision level change). If no
change to form, fit, or function, only Form 1 is required.
2. A change in manufacturing source(s), process(es), inspection method(s), location of manufacture, tooling, or
materials that can potentially affect fit, form, or function.
3. A change in numerical control program or translation to another media that can potentially affect form, fit or
function. Including changes to ATP, ATE, and associated Software programs affecting product.
4. A natural or man-made event, which may adversely affect the manufacturing process.
5. A lapse in production of two years requires a full FAIR submission, or as defined by Purchase Order
requirement.
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By Similarity FAIR
FAIR requirements may be satisfied by a previously approved, full FAI performed on identical characteristics of similar
parts produced by identical means. Identify the “Baseline Part Number” and Revision Level and associated FAIR
number. Enter Reason “By Similarity”. Record differences on the FAIR Forms 1, 2 and 3, as appropriate.
Existing Supplier FAIRs: When the drawing is not under BAE Systems control, then FAI may be performed to the
contracted part drawing and Form 1 will reflect the part number on BAE Systems P.O., providing traceability.
1.2
Evaluation Activities
The supplier shall conduct the following activities to ensure part conformance for the FAIR.
1. Supplier ensures the current hardware/part number revision and drawing revision levels on file matches the
BAE Systems Purchase Order Revision levels.
2. Review supporting documentation for completeness (e.g., inspection data, test data, Acceptance Test
Procedures, special process approvals and certifications).
3. Verify that the raw material, special process certifications, and material used in the FAI part such as
solder, flux, Loctite, etc., call out the correct specification, material types, conditions, and approvals.
Validation documentation shall be referenced on Form 2, and a copy is included as an attachment.
4. Verify part dimensions reported meet drawing requirements, including Notes Section. This includes any BAE
Systems drawing embedded in those notes.
5. If applicable, verify the BAE Systems Parts List/Revision levels are included in the FAIR.
6. Confirm that part markings are legible, correct in content and size, and properly located per drawing/specification.
7. All sub-assembly FAIRs shall be included. A FAIR is not required for COTS items unless specified on the
Purchase Order.
2. Documentation Required for a FAIR
2.1
Forms
1. Appendix B contains completed examples of AS9102 Forms 1, 2, 3 and balloon drawings.
Each block in the forms is designated with a unique reference number and is identified as:
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(R) - Required: This is mandatory information.
(CR) - Conditionally Required: This block is completed, when information is available.
(O) - Optional: This block is provided for convenience; the block may be left blank.
2. Use the format of AS9102 Forms 1, 2, and 3, latest revision. In accordance with this document’s sections 3, 4,
and 5 block identifiers (R/CR/O).
3. All forms shall be completed either electronically or in permanent ink.
4. All forms shall be completed in English.
5. Continuation sheets, attachments and insertion of additional rows are acceptable.
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3. Form 1 – Part Number Accountability
Block 1-15 Instructions. Note: See Appendix A
BAE Systems Purchase Order Information is used for Block 1,5,7,10 and 12 of Form 1
1 thru 4 Blocks are repeated on all forms for convenience and traceability.
Changes to 1 thru 4 Block information, shall be made on each Form 1, 2, and 3.
1. (R) Part Number: Record the part number from the Item Number Block of BAE Systems purchase order.
Note: Supplier’s part number may be listed underneath the BAE Systems part number.
2. (R) Part Name: Record the Part Name found in the Title Block of the BAE Systems drawing.
3. (CR) Serial Number: When applicable, record the Serial number of the part measured for FAIR.
Otherwise leave block blank or enter N/A.
4. (R) FAIR Number: Record Supplier’s assigned unique FAIR identifier for traceability purposes.
5. (R) Part Revision Level: Record BAE Systems hardware revision from the BAE Systems purchase order.
PO format is Hardware Revision level / Drawing Revision Level. Record left side Revision for Part Number.
Ensure the PO Hardware and drawing part revision match.
NOTE: Supplier’s part revision level may be listed underneath the BAE Systems part revision level.
6. (R) Drawing Number: Record Number found in the Title Block of the BAE Systems drawing.
Typically, a part number without any suffix.
7. (R) Drawing Revision Level: Record the drawing revision from the BAE Systems Purchase Order. PO format is
Hardware Revision level / Drawing Revision Level. Record right side Revision for the Drawing. Ensure the PO and
actual drawing revision match.
NOTE: Supplier’s drawing print revision level may be listed underneath the BAE Systems drawing print revision level.
8. (CR) Additional Changes: When applicable, record reference numbers of changes incorporated in the product,
but not reflected in drawing/part revision level. Ex) Nonconformance Number or accepted supplier variation request
(SVR). Otherwise leave block blank or enter N/A.
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9. (R) Manufacturing Process Reference: Record the reference number of the manufacturing document providing
traceability to the first production lot of the part (e.g., router number, manufacturing plan number). Lot number, batch
number, date code, may also be included.
10. (R) Organization Name: Record the name of the supplier or manufacturer who produced the FAI Part (Form 1,
Block 1) and performed the FAI. Example: Name of supplier from the PO.
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When an outside company performs the FAI for the supplier or manufacturer, record that company’s name
underneath name of the supplier or manufacturer supplying BAE Systems FAI Part and final FAIR.
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For Distributors: FAIRs provided from their suppliers shall comply with this document and can be submitted to
BAE Systems for review. Block 10 shall name the distributor and supplier who performed FAI. The BAE
Systems and Distributor’s PO shall be listed in Block 12.
11. (O) Supplier Code: Record BAE Systems assigned supplier ID number or supplier CAGE code.
12. (R) P.O. Number: Record BAE Systems Purchase Order number.
13. (R) Detail Part / Assembly FAI: Check, as appropriate as defined.
Detail FAI:
Does not contain a parts list (i.e. a single item).
Assembly FAI: Contains parts lists of manufactured or procured sub-assemblies, etc., or hardware as called
out on the BAE Systems drawing.
14. (R) Full FAI / Partial FAI: Check, as appropriate.
If a Partial FAIR is submitted, provide 1) the previous baseline part number (including revision level), 2) the previous
FAIR number and 3) the reason for the change. (e.g., ECO# changes in design, process change, modified COTS, By
Similarity, etc.).
15. (CR) Part Number: Verify the use and record part numbers of components and/or sub-assemblies present in the
FAI Part. These items shall be traceable to the BAE Systems parts list.
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Include all purchased and made part numbers from the associated BAE Systems parts list.
o For “non-modified” Standard Catalogue or COTS items, you can list each item separately or record
“See attached COTS list.” and attach the list. Also see Form 1, Block 18 note.
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Include lower level sub-assembly’s part number with the top level BAE Systems FAIR. See block 18.
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For “Modified” Standard Catalogue or COTS items, list each item number and refer to block 18 instructions.
16. (CR) Part Name: Record the name of the component and/or sub-assemblies associated with Block15. Otherwise
leave block blank or enter N/A.
17. (CR) Part Serial Number: Record if serial numbers are assigned to the part.
Otherwise leave block blank or enter N/A.
18. (CR) FAIR Number (Cert No.): When Block 15 contains a part number that is a lower level detail, sub-assembly,
and “Modified” Standard or COTS; the supplier shall verify the FAIR is valid and record that FAIR number.
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For Standard Catalogue and COTS items, record Cert No. Ensure these items correlate to BAE Systems
Parts List and include Packing slip for traceability. Where applicable, include component CofC number for
traceability to OCM.
Note: Form 2 may also be used to record Standard Catalogue and COTS items and their Cert No. Form 1 must still
contain a record of Standard Catalogue and COTS items used in the FAI Part.
19. (R) Signature: Print name and signature of the person approving the FAIR. Electronic identification or signature
are both acceptable. Include a unique identifier, if applicable (i.e. Stamp number, Employee ID#, etc.).
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Check “FAI Complete”, if all characteristics are conforming.
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Check “FAI Not Complete”, if any characteristics are nonconforming, notify BAE Systems program and submit
a BAE Systems Supplier Variance Request (SVR) form for approval (form located on BAE Systems Supplier
Center website referenced on Purchase Order). Once approved, record the SVR # in Form 1 Block 8. See
Appendix D.
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20. (R) Date: Date when block 19 was signed. Recommend Month/Day/Year (mm/dd/yyyy) format.
21. (O) Reviewed By: Print name and signature of the person from the organization who approved the FAIR
(recommend a different person from Block 19). Electronic identification or signature are both acceptable.
Include a unique identifier, if applicable (i.e. Stamp number, Employee ID#, etc.).
22. (O) Date: Date when block 21 was signed.
Recommend Month/Day/Year (mm/dd/yyyy) format.
23. (O) Customer Approval:
Leave Blank for BAE Systems use.
24. (O) Date: Date when block 23 was signed.
Leave Blank for BAE Systems use.
4. Form 2 – Materials, Processes and Functional Testing
Block 1-15 Instruction
Note: See Appendix A for Example
Record materials, special processes, or functional testing required by the drawing or specification.
1 thru 4 Blocks are repeated on all forms for convenience and traceability.
Any changes to 1 thru 4 Block information, shall be made on each Form 1, 2 and 3.
5. (CR) Material or Process Name: Record the Name of applicable raw materials or special processes per drawing
requirement. Otherwise leave block blank or enter N/A.
Note: For “modified” and “non-modified” Standard Catalogue or COTS items refer to Form 1, Block 15 and 18
Example: Raw materials: aluminum, stainless steel, resin, glass, adhesive, solder, marking ink, chemicals.
BAE Systems Quality Codes: 102 and 185.
BAE Systems designated Special Processes: All Methods, Types, Grades and Classes of brazing, heat treating,
painting/coatings, plating (electro & electroless), non-destructive testing (NDT), welding, coatings on composites and
various chemical processes. See Appendix C for BAE Systems recognized Chemical Process list.
6. (CR) Specification Number: Specifications must match the BAE Systems drawing, exactly.
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Record Material specifications (ASTM, MIL STD) and material form (e.g., sheet, bar, roll, rod);
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Record Special process specifications as indicated on the drawing.
 For “modified” and “non-modified” Standard Catalogue or COTS items refer to Form 1, Block 15 and 18.
If Specifications do not match the BAE Systems drawing, submit an approved SVR with the FAIR.
If a BAE Systems drawing has a Cancelled, Superseded or Obsolete Specifications, refer to BAE Systems document
A86397 located at www.baesystems.com/suppliercenter for approved replacement specifications. Record the
actual Specification used in Block 6. Record obsolete specification below the actual specification used. If the
replacement process is listed in A86397 and QA Code 190 applies, then no SVR required. If the process used is not
listed in A86397, then an approved SVR is required prior to submitting the FAIR and the approved SVR # is listed in
Form 1 Block 8.
7. (O) Code: Not required by BAE Systems.
8. (CR) Supplier: Record the name of supplier that performed special processes or supplied material.
9. (CR) Customer Approval Verification:
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Enter “Yes” if required by drawing or if QA Code 102 or 185 is listed in the BAE SYSTEMS Purchase Order.
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Enter “No” if approval is required, but process source is not approved; Requires an SVR with FAIR.
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Enter “NA” if customer approval is not required
For Quality Code 102, Suppliers performing special processes need to have current NADCAP accreditation or BAE
Systems special process approval. For Quality Code 185, Suppliers require NADCAP accredited special processes.
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10. (CR) Certificate of Conformance Number (CofC): The CofC shall match the BAE SYSTEMS drawing
requirement.
Enter the applicable unique identifier from the document (i.e. cert #, lot #, PO #). Include CofC in the FAIR.
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For raw materials listed on the BAE Systems drawing, include validation documentation from the original
raw material supplier. Include original supplier, lot number, material specification or tests conducted and any
other relevant information needed to identify the raw material to drawing specification. Acceptable examples
include foundry report, mill report, dimension/ description, temper/hardness, alloy and condition.
For any special process used on the FAI part to achieve a design feature and/or drawing characteristic include
validated objective evidence for each.
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Refer to Appendix A Form 2 and Appendix B.
Ex) Paint Specification 8426799 Rev D requires certification on 4 independent criteria:
Primer .0010-.0024 inches, Paint .0018-.0040 inches, Tape Test (pass) and Gloss Readings.
11. (CR) Functional Test Procedure Number: Record the Functional Test Procedure number and revision used to
validate drawing requirements. The results of the test procedure are recorded in a BAE Systems approved
Acceptance Report. Record related qualification report #, software procedure #, and Test Equipment Set Up
Reference numbers, if applicable. All revision levels to be specified
12. (CR) Acceptance Report Number: Required to be completed when functional testing is conducted. The report is
traceable back to the required test results from the BAE SYSTEMS drawing.
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Record the report number.
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Record overall PASS/FAIL status of test results, in addition to the report number.
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Include the actual test report with the FAIR.
13. (O) Comments: As needed.
14. (R) Signature: Print name and signature of the person from the organization who completed and approves Form
2. Electronic identification or signature are both acceptable. Include a unique identifier, if applicable (i.e. Stamp
number, Employee ID#, etc.).
Signature indicates that all applicable materials, special processes, and functional testing are accounted for, meet
requirements, validation documents are present and are properly documented.
15. (R) Date: Date when block 14 was signed. Recommend Month/Day/Year (mm/dd/yyyy) format.
5. FORM 3 – Characteristic Accountability, Verification and Evaluation.
This form is used to record inspection results for the design characteristics and document any applicable
nonconformances (see appendix A).
1. Characteristic Accountability - Form 3
1) The supplier shall verify every design characteristic and record the associated results in an FAIR. Every design
characteristic shall have its own unique characteristic number.
2) Basic and Reference characteristics may be omitted from the FAI.
3) More than one line on Form 3 may be used for any characteristic, as needed.
4) Characteristics not measurable in the final product, also known as hidden characteristics, shall be verified during
the manufacturing process, and documented in the FAIR.
5) Verify part marking is legible, correct in content and size, and properly located.
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6) Characteristics verified at a detail level (lower level) or sub-assembly level may be referenced in the assemblylevel FAIR. This is accomplished by entering the lower level part number, revision, FAI Report number and
Char. No. from lower level FAIR into Form 3, block 9.
2. Record Results- Form 3
1) Record the requirements and results in the units specified on the drawing.
2) Attribute data (e.g., pass/fail) may be used in lieu of variable data when:
a) No inspection technique resulting in variable data is feasible; or
b) Designed tooling or Qualified tooling is consistently used as a check feature and a go/no-go feature has been
established for the specific characteristic.
3) When design requirements are in a Digital Product Definition (DPD) format and traditional 2D drawing information
is not available for all applicable design requirements, DPD design characteristics required for product
realization shall be extracted, verified, and included in the FAIR.
FORM 3 Completion
1 thru 4 Blocks are repeated on all forms for convenience and traceability.
Any changes to 1 thru 4 Block information, shall be made on each Form 1, 2 and 3.
5. (R) Char. No.: The drawing(s) and specifications shall contain unique assigned identifier for each design
characteristic. The supplier shall include a Ballooned/Bubble product drawing(s) indicating the Characteristic number
listed in Block 5. See Appendix A.
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Multiple characteristics (e.g. 2X, 4X etc.) may be recorded in Block 9 as a Min/Max range of the actual
measurements. (May also be listed separately by reference location on drawing.)
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Automated inspection methods/tooling measurement report/results, shall all be clearly linked to the Char. No.
in Form 3, Block 5, ballooned/bubbled drawing and measurement report/results.
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Basic and Reference dimensions on the drawing are optional and may be documented on Form 3, but are not
required to be identified. If included these are subject for review and disposition.
6. (CR) Reference Location: When available, record the two dimensional designation of the general location of the
characteristic. Older drawings may not contain border locations and this block is left blank.
7. (O) Characteristic Designator: When applicable, record information that adds clarity to the report.
Otherwise leave blank or enter N/A.
8. (R) Requirement: Record dimensional characteristics with associated nominal dimension and tolerances, drawing
notes, specification requirements listed in the BAE Systems Part Drawing.
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Requirements shall be recorded in the units specified on the drawing or specification.
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Drawing notes shall be recorded as the note number or the full text.
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Nominal dimensions shall be recorded to the number of decimal places, as shown on the drawing.
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Nominal dimensions and tolerances examples:
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o
Example 1: 2.000” +/- 0.010” or 1.990” – 2.010”
o
Example 2: Weight 4 oz.
4mm +/- .5mm or 3.5mm – 4.5mm
Basic and reference dimensions identified on the drawing do not require measurement results recorded in
Form 3, Block 9.
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9. (R) Results: Record measurement(s) using the units specified on the drawing or specification.
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For a single design callout that applies to multiple characteristics (e.g. 2X, 4X etc.), list each characteristic as
individual values or list once with the minimum and maximum of measured values attained.
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Numerical and dimensional results shall be recorded identically to the decimal place, as the drawing states.
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When qualified tooling (e.g., radius gauges) is used as a go/no-go gauge, record the results as an attribute
(e.g., pass / fail)
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For automated inspection tooling measurement results, identify as pass/fail. CMM or any automated
inspection report shall be attached with the FAIR.
o
All characteristic numbers shall be linked in the attached report.
o
The results in the attached reports shall be traceable to the characteristic numbers.
o
The results are directly equivalent to the design characteristic.
NOTE: Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) data alone would not be acceptable for a positional
tolerance; the results shall show the actual positional value.
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For characteristics with visual verification requirements rated against standard photographs, list the
specification and photo/figure number of the closest comparison and record “conforms”.
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If verification testing is required, record the actual results. If a laboratory report or certificate of test is included
in the FAIR, record the results as pass, accept or complies, and the test report number.
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For processes that require verification listed in the drawing. Record “Accept” and a CofC number.
Record verified attribute characteristics as accept, pass, complies etc.
10. (CR) Designed / Qualified Tooling: See Appendix D for Terms & Definitions
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Record the tool identification number used to measure and verify attribute or variable data acceptance.
o This is for designed or qualified tooling only. Standard measurement equipment does not have to be
recorded.
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When Qualified Tooling is used for attribute acceptance record the gauge value or range (e.g.,
minimum/maximum value), as applicable.
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When Automated Inspection Software is used as attribute acceptance record the SW program’s name or
identification number and revision status.
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Standard Measuring Equipment (SME) used for variable measurement results (ie. Plug gages, Deltronics,
Thread gages, Height gages, Bore Micrometers, Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, Super Micrometers)
identification numbers are not required to be listed in Form 3, Block 10.
11. (CR) Nonconformance Number: If the characteristic is found to be nonconforming, record a nonconformance
document reference number.
12. (R) Signature: Print name and signature of the person from the organization who completed and approves Form
2. Electronic identification or signature are both acceptable. Include a unique identifier, if applicable (i.e. Stamp
number, Employee ID#, etc.).
Signature indicates that all applicable design characteristics are accounted for and meet requirements.
13. (R) Date: Date when block 12 was signed. Recommend Month/Day/Year (mm/dd/yyyy) format.
14. (O) Additional Data / Comments: This area is reserved for optional blocks; add additional columns, as required, by
the organization or customer.
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Appendix A - Form 1, 2, 3 Checklist
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Appendix B – Examples - Completed Form 1, 2, 3 and Ballooned Drawing
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Ballooned or Bubbled Drawing Example
Ballooned Bubbled Drawing: A ballooned/bubbled drawing is a required element of a FAIR package to support Form 3, Block 5. The
following is shall be identified:
a) Identify 100% of characteristics
b) All notes and dimensions,
c) All surface finish callouts including exclusion and inclusion area callouts,
d) All material and hardness callouts,
e) Requirements identified in the title boxes at the bottom of the drawings.
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Appendix C - Special and Chemical Processing
BAE Systems considers the following as “Special Processes”:
All Methods, Types, Grades and Classes of brazing, heat treating, painting/coatings, plating (electro & electroless),
non-destructive testing (NDT), welding, coatings on composites and various chemical processes.
Chemical Processing includes, but is not limited to, processes listed in the following table:
Electroplating
Electroless
Plating
Hard Sulfuric
Alu Sulfuric
Anodizing
Anodizing
Mg Conversion Phosphate
Coating
Conversion
Alu Brush
Brush
Anodizing
Plating
Paint system on Metal
Chemical
Milling
Ti Sulfuric
Anodizing
Passivation
Chemical Etching
Mg Anodizing
Electrolytic Polishing
Brush
Primer on Composite
Anodizing
Paint system on Composite
Alu chromic
anodizing
Alu Conversion
Coating
Cadmium Brush
Plating
Primer on Metal
Dry Film Coatings
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Appendix D - Terms and Definitions
BAE SYSTEMS Specific Documentation & Terms
BAE SYSTEMS Document A86397: Cancelled, Superseded and Obsolete Specifications reference found on
www.BAESystems.com/suppliercenter.
Assembly FAIR: Contains a list of manufactured or procured parts, components or sub-assemblies used in the BAE
Systems part. When applicable, the list includes items called out in the BAE Systems part drawing, BAE SYSTEMS
parts list, etc.
Ballooned or Bubbled Drawing: See Appendix B. A drawing with each dimension and notes marked with a unique
identifier. Corresponds to Form 3 Blocks 5-11 and 14 as required. Including surface finish, material, hardness, etc.
callouts.
Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS): Commercially available items intended by design to be procured and utilized
without modification.
Designed Tooling: Product specific tooling [e.g., check fixtures, Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) program]
specifically made to validate the design characteristics of a product. Reference Form 3, Block 10 for designed tooling
entry.
Detail Part: Does not contain a parts list, i.e. A single material used to make a FAI part.
Digital Product Definition: Requirements of any digital data files that disclose the physical or functional requirements,
including design or acceptance criteria (ie. 3D model solid, etc).
First Article Inspection (FAI): also referred to as Production Process Verification (PPV). A planned, complete,
independent, and documented inspection and verification process to ensure that prescribed production processes have
produced an item conforming to engineering drawings, Digital Product Definition (DPD), planning, purchase order,
engineering specifications, and/or other applicable design documents.
First Article Inspection Report (FAIR): The forms and package of documentation for a part number, sub-assembly,
or assembly, including associated FAI results, as defined by this document.
Location of Manufacture Change: For purposes of this document and to re-accomplish an FAI; Location of
Manufacture Change is a physical move of the collective manufacturing process that involves critical manufacturing
elements of People, Machine, Method, Material and/or Inspection methods. The continuation of the FAI process shall
be repeated when Location of Manufacture changes occur. Reference Section 1.1 of this document.
Multiple Characteristics: Identical characteristics that occur at more than one location (e.g., “4 places”), but are
established by a single set of drawing requirements (e.g., rivet hole size, dovetail slots, corner radii, chemical milling
pocket thickness).
Primary Reference Document: For the purposes of this BAE SYSTEMS document, the terms and definitions are the
same as those in AS9102 Aerospace First Article Inspection Requirement, current revision.
Product: Wherever the term “product” occurs, it can also mean “service”.
Qualified Tooling: Universal (not part specific) calibrated measuring equipment (e.g., go/no go gauges, thread gauges,
radius gauges) used to validate product design characteristics, that are uniquely identified and traceable to their
calibration records. Reference Form 3, Block 10 for measurement equipment entry.
Standard Part: parts for which the design, manufacturing, inspection data, and marking requirements of the part are in
the public domain and published or established as part of officially recognized standards.
Supplier Variation Request: Nonconformances are submitted for approval to BAE Systems using a Supplier Variation
Request (SVR) found on www.BAESystems.com/suppliercenter.
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Appendix E - Nonconformance Handling
a) Any FAI with design characteristic nonconformance(s) is considered “Not Complete”. Form 1, block 19 shall be
signed and be noted as “FAI NOT Complete”.
1. Nonconformances found against the Product affecting form, fit, function shall be recorded on Form 3, Block
11. Nonconformances shall be dispositioned, approved, closed prior to the product final acceptance.
2.
Nonconformances found against the Product violating a design (drawing) characteristic and has been
reviewed to have no potential to effect form, fit, function and shall be recorded on Form 3, Block 11.
b) FAIRs marked “Not Complete”, as a result of product nonconformance affecting form, fit, function or violating a
design (drawing) characteristic are suitable for delivery when the SVR is approved. Note SVR # in Form 1
Block 8.
1. When processing a FAIR with documented nonconformances and/or open actions:
a) Check the box “FAI Not Complete” on Form 1 (see block 19).
NOTE: This document does not control disposition of SVRs or nonconformances.
b) Sign Form 1 block 19 per supporting form instructions.
c) Record the nonconforming design characteristics on Form 3.
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Include approved SVRs with a disposition of “Use As Is” or “Repair”, by BAE SYSTEMS
Systems.
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Record the nonconformance document reference number on Form 3 (see block 11).
i. Enter the Supplier’s NC number and BAE Systems SVR number.
c) The supplier shall implement corrective action(s) and perform a Partial FAI for all characteristics affected
through the implementation of corrective actions associated with SVRs and open actions. The Partial FAI is
accomplished on the next production run. If the partial FAI does not clear all identified nonconformances, the
FAI is still considered “Not Complete” and the requirement to complete the FAI still remains in effect.
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A full FAI may be done in lieu of a partial FAI.
NOTE: BAE Systems approval of an incomplete FAI does not eliminate the requirement for Partial FAI.
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Appendix F - Supplier Basic Parts List Report (Example)
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