In-Service Fiber Optic Inspection, Evaluation and Cleaning, Best Practices, Physical Contact Termini
ARP6283
This document provides recommended best practice methods and processes for the in-service inspection, evaluation and cleaning of all physical contact (PC) fiber optic interconnect components (termini, alignment sleeves and connectors), test equipment and test leads for maintainers qualified to the approved aerospace fiber optic training courses developed in accordance with ARP5602 or ARINC807. This document also provides a decision-making disposition flowchart to determine whether the fiber optic components are acceptable for operation. For definitions of individual component parts refer to ARP5061.
Rationale:
The Aerospace industry has always required the highest standards of workmanship to be maintained. To ensure that the Aerospace fiber optics industry adopts these same high standards, it is essential that best practice methods and processes are followed for the in-service inspection, evaluation and cleaning of physical contact (PC) fiber optic interconnect components (termini, alignment sleeves and connectors), test equipment and test leads.
