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Masking and Cleaning of Epoxy and Polyester Matrix Thermosetting Composite Materials

2020-02-28
WIP
ARP4916A
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of masking and cleaning commercial aircraft, epoxy and polyester matrix, composite parts prior to their entry into the composites shop, masking and cleaning of on-wing repair areas in preparation for carrying out repairs and wipe cleaning during repair and prior to bonding. It this document is used for the masking or cleaning of materials other than epoxy and polyester matrix thermosetting composite materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user.

The methods of masking and cleaning described in this document have specific limited application and are not interchangeable. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair procedure or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.

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MASKING AND CLEANING OF EPOXY AND POLYESTER MATRIX THERMOSETTING COMPOSITE MATERIALS

2011-11-16
CURRENT
ARP4916
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of masking and cleaning commercial aircraft, epoxy and polyester matrix, composite parts prior to their entry into the composites shop, masking and cleaning of on-wing repair areas in preparation for carrying out repairs and wipe cleaning during repair and prior to bonding. If this document is used for the masking or cleaning of materials other than epoxy and polyester matrix thermosetting composite materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user. The methods of masking and cleaning described in this document have specific limited application and are not interchangeable. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair procedure or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.
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Basic Composite Repair Technician Certification Standard

2014-02-13
HISTORICAL
ARP6262
It is recognized that the structural integrity of repaired composite structures depends upon the capabilities of the individuals who are responsible for performing the repairs. This document is intended to address repairs of composite structure regardless of the type of structure such as marine, wind turbine, automotive, aircraft, or other applications. This certification standard establishes the minimum requirements for training, examining, and certifying composite structure repair personnel. It establishes criteria for the certification of personnel requiring appropriate knowledge of the technical principles underlying the composite structural repairs they perform. Persons certified under this document may be eligible for licensing or certification/ qualification by an appropriate authority, in addition to this industry accepted basic composite repair technician certification.
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Basic Composite Repair Technician Certification Standard

2019-09-10
CURRENT
ARP6262A
It is recognized that the structural integrity of repaired composite structures depends upon the capabilities of the individuals who are responsible for performing the repairs. This document is intended to address repairs of composite structure regardless of the type of structure such as marine, wind turbine, automotive, aircraft, or other applications. This certification standard establishes the minimum requirements for training, examining, and certifying composite structure repair personnel. It establishes criteria for the certification of personnel requiring appropriate knowledge of the technical principles underlying the composite structural repairs they perform. Persons certified under this document may be eligible for licensing or certification/ qualification by an appropriate authority, in addition to this industry accepted basic composite repair technician certification.
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Identification and Assessment of Damage to Composite Aircraft Structures Training Document

2020-08-03
CURRENT
AIR6825
Individuals who complete the applicable modules aligned with this training document will be able to define the type of damage, define the extent of damage, determine if further inspection is required, evaluate the damage against published allowable damage limits, and provide accurate documentation of the damage. The intended outcome of the training is increased safety such that no aircraft is released with unknown damage and that the aircraft meets continued airworthiness requirements. The goal is to change the culture from damage discovery to damage reporting while also reducing or eliminating flight delays due to incorrect or insufficient information. Teaching levels have been assigned to the curriculum to define the knowledge, skills, and abilities graduates will need. Minimum hours of instruction have been provided to ensure adequate coverage of all subject matter including lecture and practical exercise.
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Vacuum Bagging of Thermosetting Composite Repairs

2011-11-16
HISTORICAL
ARP5143
This Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of vacuum bagging, a process used to apply pressure in adhesive bonding and heat curing of thermosetting epoxy and polyester matrix fabrications for commercial aircraft composite parts. If this document is used for the vacuum bagging of other than thermosetting epoxy and polyester materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user. The methods shall only be used when specified in an approved repair document or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.
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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 1 - General Requirements

2016-12-06
CURRENT
AMS3970/1A
AMS3970/1 gives information about the technical requirements and qualification procedure for carbon fiber fabric epoxy prepreg and a companion non-structural glass prepreg used for repair of carbon fiber reinforced epoxy structures. The prepreg system may include a film adhesive to be applied in a co-curing process with the prepreg for joint and sandwich bonding. The need for a film adhesive shall be established during screening tests.
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Composite and Bonded Structure Inspector: Training Document

2023-10-06
CURRENT
AIR5279A
This document provides recommendations concerning the minimum knowledge and skill guidelines for a composite and metal bond repair inspector. Teaching levels have been assigned to this curriculum to define the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to inspect repairs. Minimum hours of instruction have been provided to ensure adequate lecture and laboratory coverage of all subject matter. These minimums may be exceeded, and may include an increase in the total number of training hours and/or increases in the teaching levels.
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Mixing Resins, Adhesives and Potting Compounds

2022-02-02
CURRENT
ARP5256A
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes and gives general guidelines on use and applicability of the standard method for mixing resins, adhesives, and potting compounds.
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MIXING RESINS, ADHESIVES AND POTTING COMPOUNDS

2014-11-11
HISTORICAL
ARP5256
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes and gives general guidelines on use and applicability of the standard method for mixing resins, adhesives, and potting compounds.
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Heat Application for Thermosetting Resin Curing

2011-11-16
HISTORICAL
ARP5144
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes standard methods of heat application to cure thermosetting resins for commercial aircraft composite repairs. The methods described in this document shall only be used when specified in an approved repair document or with the agreement of the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) or regulatory authority.
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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 6 - Material Specification: Carbon Fiber Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Prepreg for Repair, Plain Weave Fabric, 193 g/m2, Adhesive Film for Repair and Non-Structural Glass Fiber Fabric Reinforced Epoxy Prepreg, 105 g/m2

2016-12-05
CURRENT
AMS3970/6
This Material Specification defines the requirements of carbon fiber reinforced epoxy prepreg for repair, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum curing, Plain Weave Fabric, 193 g/m2 and a companion non-structural glass fiber fabric reinforced epoxy prepreg, 105 g/m2, qualified according to AMS3970/1 and AMS3970/2 for aerospace application. The prepreg system may include an epoxy film adhesive to be applied in a co-curing process with the prepreg for joint and sandwich bonding. The need for a film adhesive shall be established during screening tests. If included, the requirements to be met by the adhesive are also defined in this document.
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