title = "First Article Inspection (FAI) Procedures"

content = """
First Article Inspection (FAI) is a comprehensive dimensional and documentation verification of the first part or assembly produced from a new or revised production process. The purpose is to confirm that the process, tooling, materials, and documentation are capable of consistently producing product that meets all drawing and specification requirements. At Ridgecrest Metalworks, FAI is required for all new part numbers, after significant engineering changes, and after production interruptions exceeding 12 months.

FAI scope (based on AS9102 for aerospace, or customer-specified requirements):

1. Design documentation review: Confirm the current drawing revision, specification revisions, and any associated standards are on file and that production is working to the correct revision. Drawing interpretation notes and special requirements (material, heat treatment, surface finish, NDT) are verified.

2. Full dimensional inspection: Every dimension on the drawing (not just the critical characteristics selected for ongoing inspection) is measured and recorded on a balloon-numbered drawing or dimension-by-dimension report. The measurement instrument used for each dimension is recorded with its calibration reference. Results are compared to nominal values and tolerances, and pass/fail status is shown for every dimension.

3. Material verification: Material certificates are reviewed to confirm the correct alloy, temper, and specification are used. Where specified, material is independently tested (hardness, chemical analysis by XRF or wet analysis).

4. Process verification: Heat treatment records, welding procedure qualifications, and surface treatment certifications are reviewed and attached to the FAI package.

5. Functional testing: If applicable, functional or proof testing (pressure test, load test, torque test) is performed and results recorded.

6. Cosmetic inspection: Surface finish, identification marking, and appearance are inspected against the drawing requirements.

The FAI record is assembled as a package including the ballooned drawing, dimensional report, material certs, process records, and inspection summary. The package is signed off by the quality engineer and submitted to the customer (for customer-required FAIs) or retained in the job file.

FAI is re-required (partial or full, depending on the scope of change) after engineering changes to drawings, changes to manufacturing process, tooling changes, or changes to subcontractors providing critical operations.
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