FAA-IR-01-02, TECHNICAL REPORT: AVIATION FASTENER AUDIT - FINAL REPORT (13-JUN-2001)

FAA-IR-01-02, TECHNICAL REPORT: AVIATION FASTENER AUDIT - FINAL REPORT (13-JUN-2001)., This technical report presents the results of an audit conducted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Aircraft Certification Service. The purpose of the audit was to investigate the cause of variation in measurement (including the effect of different types of measuring equipment), ascertain the airworthiness of fasteners used in the production of civil aircraft, and assess the threaded fastener industry’s compliance with FAA approved design data and applicable industry specifications. NOTE: This audit was not designed to replicate the requirements of the FAA Aircraft Certification System Evaluation Program (ACSEP). This audit did not evaluate or assess compliance to the facility's quality manual. Although deficiencies identified in this audit may be similar to those identified through ACSEP, they may not be substantiated as regulatory noncompliances. This audit was conducted with the cooperation of aircraft/aircraft engine/propeller manufacturers, fastener manufacturers, gage manufacturers, Department of Defense laboratories, and industry associations.