Purpose:

This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) establishes minimum requirements for eddy current inspection of circular holes in nonferrous, metallic, aircraft engine hardware with fasteners removed. The inspection is intended to be performed at maintenance and overhaul facilities on engine run hardware.

Application:

This standard has been typically used to inspect for service-induced surface and near surface cracks, but usage is not limited to such applications.

Definitions:

PURCHASER: The organization that issued the procurement document invoking this specification.

SUPPLIER: Source, other than the purchaser, who provides inspection services.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE: Document written by the purchaser detailing inspection requirements.

QUALITY ASSURANCE PLAN: Document written by the supplier outlining specific requirements unique to his/her facility in accordance with inspection procedure.