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Guidelines for Repair Process Evaluation of Aluminum Bonded Structure

2020-10-15
WIP
AIR6291A
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) is intended to be used as a process verification guide for evaluating implementation of key factors in repair of metal bond parts or assemblies in a repair shop environment. This guide is to be used in conjunction with a regulatory approved and substantiated repair, and is intended to promote consistency and reliability.
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Guidelines for Repair Process Evaluation of Aluminum Bonded Structure

2014-07-07
CURRENT
AIR6291
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) is intended to be used as a process verification guide for evaluating implementation of key factors in repair of metal bond parts or assemblies in a repair shop environment. This guide is to be used in conjunction with a regulatory approved and substantiated repair, and is intended to promote consistency and reliability.
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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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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 125 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 2 - Qualification Program for Fiber, Fabric, Resin and Film Adhesive

1999-12-01
HISTORICAL
AMS3970/2
AMS 3970/2 gives specific information about the qualification program for carbon fiber reinforced epoxy structural repair prepreg systems, applicable for 125 °C (250 °F) vacuum curing. 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.
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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 125 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 1 - General Requirements

1999-12-01
HISTORICAL
AMS3970/1
AMS 3970/1 gives information about the technical requirements and qualification procedure for carbon fiber fabric epoxy 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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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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Carbon Fiber Fabric Repair Prepreg, 120 °C (250 °F) Vacuum Curing Part 2 - Qualification Program for Fiber, Fabric, Carbon Prepreg, Film Adhesive and Non-Structural Glass Prepreg

2016-12-06
CURRENT
AMS3970/2A
AMS3970/2 gives specific information about the qualification program for carbon fiber reinforced epoxy structural repair prepreg systems, applicable for 120 °C (250 °F) vacuum curing. 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.
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Impregnation of Dry Fabric and Ply Lay-Up

2023-08-14
CURRENT
ARP5319
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes and gives general guidelines on use and applicability of standard methods for impregnating dry fabric and lay-up of the impregnated plies. The methods of impregnating dry fabric and ply lay-up described in this document have specific application and are not interchangeable. The methods should 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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Vacuum Bagging of Thermosetting Composite and Metalbond Repairs

2023-08-14
CURRENT
ARP5143A
This Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes methods of vacuum bagging, a process used to apply pressure in adhesive bonding and heat curing of thermosetting composite materials and metalbond for commercial aircraft parts. If this document is used for the vacuum bagging of other than thermosetting composite materials and metalbond, 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).
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Composite and Bonded Structure Engineers: Training Document

2016-10-13
CURRENT
AIR5278
This document provides recommendations concerning the minimum knowledge and analytical skill guidelines for a composite and metal bond repair design engineer. Teaching levels have been assigned to this curriculum to define the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to design appropriate 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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Composite and Bonded Structure Inspector: Training Document

2016-10-13
HISTORICAL
AIR5279
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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Machining of Composite Materials, Components and Structures

2015-04-15
CURRENT
AIR5367
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) provides information related to machining of composite materials, components and structures. This document is intended to supplement the machining processes and guidelines provided in OEM repair manuals and structural repair manuals. It is not intended to supersede the approved data provided in OEM repair documents.
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Repair Tooling

2011-11-16
CURRENT
AIR5431
This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) offers information about the use of support tooling for composite repair processes, as well as descriptions of some of the different tooling materials used and their applications. If the repair document requires the use of tooling, refer to this AIR for additional information.
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DRYING OF THERMOSETTING COMPOSITE MATERIALS

2021-05-14
CURRENT
ARP4977
This SAE Aerospace Recommended Practice (ARP) describes standard methods for drying commercial aircraft composite structures prior to repair and gives general guidelines on use and applicability. It addresses the removal of liquids that have collected inside the structures through open damage, microcracks, or porosity and the removal of absorbed moisture from the composite material. 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. If this document is used for the drying of materials other than thermosetting composite materials, the fitness for this purpose must be determined by the user.
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