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FAI Trends, Week of May 26, 2026
What FAI Questions Are People Asking?
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What FAI questions are aerospace teams asking right now?
Top trending First Article Inspection questions, answered by Link
Updated May 26
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TopicForm 3 · asked 2×
Reference Locations in Form 3
"are reference locations required in form 3"
Link's highlights
- Reference locations in Form 3, Field 6 are Conditionally Required (CR).
- Provide specific locations like drawing zones (e.g., Sheet 2, Zone B4) or DPD/Model locations.
- Including location information ensures traceability and improves FAIR usability for reviewers.
Reference: AS9102 Form 3
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TopicForm 1 · asked 2×
AS9102 Form 1 Signatures
"how many signatures are required on form 1"
Link's highlights
- Two signatures are typically required from the FAI performing organization.
- A third customer approval signature is conditionally required.
- Signatures ensure independence and accuracy in the FAI process.
Reference: AS9102 Form 1
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TopicBalloon / Bubble Drawing · asked 1×
Ballooning Basic Dimensions
"Do i have to balloon basic dimensions?"
Link's highlights
- Basic dimensions are typically reference characteristics, optional for FAI per AS9102C §4.7.2.
- Ballooning basic dimensions for GD&T on Form 3 ensures the framework is accounted for.
- List ballooned basic dimensions in Form 3, Field 8; Field 9 links to related geometric tolerance.
Reference: AS9102 Form 3
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Published May 26, 2026