First Article Inspection (FAI) Checklist - AS9102
This First Article Inspection checklist ensures compliance with AS9102 aerospace quality standard requirements for validating production processes before full production begins.
- Industry: Manufacturing - Aerospace
- Frequency: Per New Part/Process
- Estimated Time: 60-90 minutes
- Role: Quality Engineer / Quality Inspector / Manufacturing Engineer
- Total Items: 35
- Compliance: AS9102 Rev C, AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, NADCAP
Form 1 - Part Number Accountability
Part identification and accountability
- Part number verified against drawing
- Revision level verified
- Part name/description verified
- Serial/Lot number documented
- FAI reason documented
- Organization name documented
Form 2 - Product Accountability - Materials
Material and special process traceability
- Raw material certifications available
- Material meets specification requirements
- Material traceability documented
- Special processes identified
- Special process certifications available
- NADCAP accreditation verified (if required)
Form 3 - Characteristic Accountability
Dimensional and characteristic verification
- All design characteristics identified
- Ballooned drawing available
- Key characteristics (KC) identified
- Measurement methods documented
- Calibrated equipment used for measurements
- All dimensions inspected and recorded
- All characteristics within tolerance
- Any deviations documented with disposition
Design Documentation Review
Engineering documentation verification
- Current drawing revision available
- All referenced specifications available
- Engineering notes/flags addressed
- Customer-specific requirements addressed
- Purchase order requirements reviewed
Functional Testing (If Required)
Functional and performance verification
- Functional testing required
- Test procedure available
- Functional test completed
- Functional test passed
- Test data documented
FAI Approval
Final approval and sign-off
- FAI documentation complete
- FAI approved for production
- Partial FAI reason (if applicable)
- Quality Inspector Signature
- Quality Engineer Signature
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Why Use This First Article Inspection (FAI) Checklist - AS9102?
This first article inspection (fai) checklist - as9102 helps manufacturing - aerospace teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality engineer / quality inspector / manufacturing engineer professionals, this checklist covers 35 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: per new part/process.
Ensures compliance with AS9102 Rev C, AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, NADCAP. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the First Article Inspection (FAI) Checklist - AS9102 cover?
This checklist covers 35 inspection items across 6 sections: Form 1 - Part Number Accountability, Form 2 - Product Accountability - Materials, Form 3 - Characteristic Accountability, Design Documentation Review, Functional Testing (If Required), FAI Approval. It is designed for manufacturing - aerospace operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed per new part/process. Each completion takes approximately 60-90 minutes.
Who should use this First Article Inspection (FAI) Checklist - AS9102?
This checklist is designed for Quality Engineer / Quality Inspector / Manufacturing Engineer professionals in the manufacturing - aerospace industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.