AIREND INSPECTION, DISASSEMBLY & PRECISION MEASUREMENT ENGINEERING
Inspection depth must match available manufacturer tolerances and specialist tooling. It requires external evidence first—operating trends, vibration/noise, oil analysis where available, leakage, shaft condition and coupling/alignment; controlled disassembly, cleaning, marking, measurement and contamination control under documented work instruction; dimensional/condition evidence for bearings, seals, housings, rotor surfaces, shafts and relevant clearances against approved limits where available; and a disposition report stating reusable, replace, machine/rework if approved, or reject, with evidence and assumptions.
Its authoritative body remains separately preserved.
Provisional new-series slug: /compressed-air-engineering/airend-inspection-disassembly-precision-measurement/ | CTA: Request a Controlled Airend Inspection
Disassembly is not the start of diagnosis. it is an irreversible change to the evidence, so the external condition must be captured before the first fastener is removed
Its purpose is not merely to dismantle an airend; it is to preserve component identity, orientation, wear patterns, deposits, debris and dimensional evidence so every disposition can be traced to an observation, measurement and approved reference.
The page deliberately does not publish universal airend clearances, bearing fits, shaft runout, rotor geometry or machining limits. Where those limits or suitable specialist tooling are unavailable, the correct outcome may be 'measurement obtained—acceptance not established' rather than an invented pass/fail.
1 — Compressor Identity
Inspection Governance: govern compressor identity as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
2 — Airend Identity
Inspection Governance: govern airend identity as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
3 — Inspection Work Order
Inspection Governance: govern inspection work order as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
4 — Inspection Objective
Inspection Governance: govern inspection objective as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
5 — Failure Hypothesis
Inspection Governance: govern failure hypothesis as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
6 — Scope Boundary
Inspection Governance: govern scope boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
7 — Technical Reviewer
Inspection Governance: govern technical reviewer as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
8 — Qa Reviewer
Inspection Governance: govern QA reviewer as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
9 — Work Instruction
Inspection Governance: govern work instruction as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
10 — Approved Tolerance Source
Inspection Governance: govern approved tolerance source as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
11 — Tooling Plan
Inspection Governance: govern tooling plan as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
12 — Metrology Plan
Inspection Governance: govern metrology plan as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
13 — Cleanliness Plan
Inspection Governance: govern cleanliness plan as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
14 — Evidence Plan
Inspection Governance: govern evidence plan as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
15 — Revision Control
Inspection Governance: govern revision control as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
16 — Operating Trends
External Evidence Before Opening: govern operating trends as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
17 — Vibration
External Evidence Before Opening: govern vibration as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
18 — Noise
External Evidence Before Opening: govern noise as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
19 — Temperature
External Evidence Before Opening: govern temperature as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
20 — Oil Analysis
External Evidence Before Opening: govern oil analysis as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
21 — Leakage
External Evidence Before Opening: govern leakage as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
22 — Shaft Condition
External Evidence Before Opening: govern shaft condition as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
23 — Coupling Condition
External Evidence Before Opening: govern coupling condition as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
24 — Alignment Evidence
External Evidence Before Opening: govern alignment evidence as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
25 — Fault History
External Evidence Before Opening: govern fault history as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
26 — Hours
External Evidence Before Opening: govern hours as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
27 — Lubricant History
External Evidence Before Opening: govern lubricant history as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
28 — Photos/Video
External Evidence Before Opening: govern photos/video as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
29 — External Damage
External Evidence Before Opening: govern external damage as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
30 — Baseline Confidence
External Evidence Before Opening: govern baseline confidence as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
31 — Isolation
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern isolation as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
32 — Depressurisation
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern depressurisation as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
33 — Fluid Drainage
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern fluid drainage as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
34 — Stored Energy Boundary
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern stored energy boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
35 — Lifting/Support Boundary
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern lifting/support boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
36 — Workbench Readiness
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern workbench readiness as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
37 — Clean Zone
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern clean zone as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
38 — Parts Trays
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern parts trays as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
39 — Evidence Labels
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern evidence labels as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
40 — Sample Containers
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern sample containers as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
41 — Photo Plan
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern photo plan as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
42 — Orientation Marks
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern orientation marks as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
43 — Tamper/Evidence Control Boundary
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern tamper/evidence control boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
44 — Open-Port Protection
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern open-port protection as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
45 — Pre-Open Signoff
Pre-Disassembly Safety & Preservation: govern pre-open signoff as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
46 — Sequence
Controlled Disassembly: govern sequence as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
47 — Documented Work Instruction
Controlled Disassembly: govern documented work instruction as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
48 — Fastener Map
Controlled Disassembly: govern fastener map as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
49 — Cover/Housing Removal
Controlled Disassembly: govern cover/housing removal as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
50 — Seal Removal
Controlled Disassembly: govern seal removal as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
51 — Bearing Removal Boundary
Controlled Disassembly: govern bearing removal boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
52 — Rotor Removal Boundary
Controlled Disassembly: govern rotor removal boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
53 — Shaft Orientation
Controlled Disassembly: govern shaft orientation as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
54 — Shim/Spacer Control
Controlled Disassembly: govern shim/spacer control as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
55 — Timing Component Boundary
Controlled Disassembly: govern timing component boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
56 — Special Tool
Controlled Disassembly: govern special tool as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
57 — Press/Puller Boundary
Controlled Disassembly: govern press/puller boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
58 — Heat Application Boundary
Controlled Disassembly: govern heat application boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
59 — Damage Prevention
Controlled Disassembly: govern damage prevention as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
60 — Disassembly Record
Controlled Disassembly: govern disassembly record as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
61 — Component Id
Marking & Traceability: govern component ID as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
62 — Left/Right Boundary
Marking & Traceability: govern left/right boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
63 — Drive/Non-Drive End
Marking & Traceability: govern drive/non-drive end as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
64 — Male/Female Rotor Boundary
Marking & Traceability: govern male/female rotor boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
65 — Bearing Position
Marking & Traceability: govern bearing position as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
66 — Seal Position
Marking & Traceability: govern seal position as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
67 — Shim Identity
Marking & Traceability: govern shim identity as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
68 — Spacer Identity
Marking & Traceability: govern spacer identity as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
69 — Fastener Group
Marking & Traceability: govern fastener group as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
70 — Orientation Mark
Marking & Traceability: govern orientation mark as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
71 — Photo Id
Marking & Traceability: govern photo ID as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
72 — Sample Id
Marking & Traceability: govern sample ID as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
73 — Measurement Id
Marking & Traceability: govern measurement ID as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
74 — Disposition Id
Marking & Traceability: govern disposition ID as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
75 — Chain Of Traceability
Marking & Traceability: govern chain of traceability as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
76 — Pre-Clean Photos
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern pre-clean photos as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
77 — Debris Collection
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern debris collection as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
78 — Oil Residue Sample
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern oil residue sample as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
79 — Deposit Sample Boundary
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern deposit sample boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
80 — Cleaning Method
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern cleaning method as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
81 — Solvent Compatibility Boundary
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern solvent compatibility boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
82 — Abrasive Cleaning Boundary
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern abrasive cleaning boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
83 — Surface Protection
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern surface protection as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
84 — Corrosion Preservation Boundary
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern corrosion preservation boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
85 — Foreign-Material Exclusion
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern foreign-material exclusion as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
86 — Cleaning Sequence
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern cleaning sequence as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
87 — Cleanliness Verification
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern cleanliness verification as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
88 — Post-Clean Photo
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern post-clean photo as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
89 — Evidence Retained
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern evidence retained as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
90 — Cleaning Record
Cleaning & Evidence Preservation: govern cleaning record as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
91 — Bearing Surface
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern bearing surface as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
92 — Seal Surface
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern seal surface as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
93 — Shaft Journal
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern shaft journal as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
94 — Housing Bore
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern housing bore as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
95 — Rotor Surface
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern rotor surface as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
96 — Rotor Edge Boundary
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern rotor edge boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
97 — Contact Mark
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern contact mark as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
98 — Scoring
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern scoring as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
99 — Pitting
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern pitting as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
100 — Corrosion
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern corrosion as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
101 — Heat Discolouration
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern heat discolouration as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
102 — Coating Boundary
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern coating boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
103 — Crack Indication Boundary
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern crack indication boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
104 — Foreign-Object Mark
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern foreign-object mark as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
105 — Visual Disposition
Visual & Surface Inspection: govern visual disposition as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
106 — Instrument Identity
Precision Metrology: govern instrument identity as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
107 — Instrument Status
Precision Metrology: govern instrument status as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
108 — Measurement Method
Precision Metrology: govern measurement method as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
109 — Measurement Location
Precision Metrology: govern measurement location as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
110 — Temperature Context
Precision Metrology: govern temperature context as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
111 — Repeat Reading
Precision Metrology: govern repeat reading as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
112 — Shaft Runout Boundary
Precision Metrology: govern shaft runout boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
113 — Endplay
Precision Metrology: govern endplay as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
114 — Radial Play Boundary
Precision Metrology: govern radial play boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
115 — Housing Bore Boundary
Precision Metrology: govern housing bore boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
116 — Shaft Journal Boundary
Precision Metrology: govern shaft journal boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
117 — Clearance Measurement
Precision Metrology: govern clearance measurement as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
118 — Surface Measurement Boundary
Precision Metrology: govern surface measurement boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
119 — Measurement Uncertainty
Precision Metrology: govern measurement uncertainty as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
120 — Metrology Record
Precision Metrology: govern metrology record as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
121 — Manufacturer Limit
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern manufacturer limit as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
122 — Specialist Approved Limit
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern specialist approved limit as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
123 — Drawing/Revision
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern drawing/revision as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
124 — Service Bulletin Boundary
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern service bulletin boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
125 — Measurement Basis
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern measurement basis as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
126 — New-Part Dimension Boundary
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern new-part dimension boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
127 — Service Limit
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern service limit as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
128 — Reuse Limit Boundary
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern reuse limit boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
129 — Repair Limit Boundary
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern repair limit boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
130 — Reject Limit Boundary
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern reject limit boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
131 — No-Limit-Available Status
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern no-limit-available status as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
132 — Assumption
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern assumption as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
133 — Deviation
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern deviation as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
134 — Review Approval
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern review approval as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
135 — Comparison Record
Approved Limits & Comparison: govern comparison record as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
136 — Reusable
Disposition Engineering: govern reusable as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
137 — Replace
Disposition Engineering: govern replace as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
138 — Machine/Rework If Approved
Disposition Engineering: govern machine/rework if approved as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
139 — Reject
Disposition Engineering: govern reject as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
140 — Further Inspection
Disposition Engineering: govern further inspection as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
141 — Specialist Escalation
Disposition Engineering: govern specialist escalation as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
142 — Bearing/Seal Pathway
Disposition Engineering: govern bearing/seal pathway as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
143 — Rotor/Clearance Pathway
Disposition Engineering: govern rotor/clearance pathway as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
144 — Housing Pathway
Disposition Engineering: govern housing pathway as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
145 — Shaft Pathway
Disposition Engineering: govern shaft pathway as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
146 — Parts Availability
Disposition Engineering: govern parts availability as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
147 — Repairability Boundary
Disposition Engineering: govern repairability boundary as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
148 — Risk/Uncertainty
Disposition Engineering: govern risk/uncertainty as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
149 — Disposition Rationale
Disposition Engineering: govern disposition rationale as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
150 — Report Approval
Disposition Engineering: govern report approval as a traceable inspection control. Record component identity/orientation, as-found condition, measurement method, instrument, exact location, applicable approved limit/source, result, uncertainty and disposition. Do not state 'within tolerance' merely because a dimension appears reasonable or resembles another airend. If the approved limit for the actual unit is unavailable, record the measurement without inventing acceptance.
151 — Premium Airend Inspection & Measurement Register
Field | Controlled record | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
Airend | Make/model/serial | Identity |
Work instruction | ID/revision | Process |
Failure hypothesis | Context | |
External baseline | Trends/photos/condition | Evidence |
Component | ID/orientation/location | Traceability |
As-found condition | Wear/deposit/damage | Observation |
Measurement | Parameter/value/unit | Evidence |
Method | Instrument/location/technique | Traceability |
Instrument status | ID/calibration/verification boundary | Confidence |
Approved limit | Source/revision/value where available | Acceptance |
Uncertainty | Method/data limitation | Integrity |
Disposition | Reuse/replace/rework/reject | Decision |
Evidence | Photo/sample/reference | Audit |
Reviewer | Specialist/QA/date | Governance |
Revision | Version/history | Zero loss |
152 — Inspection Disposition Matrix
Evidence condition | What can be stated | Controlled disposition |
|---|---|---|
Measurement + approved actual-airend limit | Pass/fail comparison supported | Disposition against cited limit |
Measurement but no approved limit | Dimension observed | No 'within tolerance' claim |
Visual wear only | Condition observed | Further measurement/inspection |
Part damaged during disassembly | Process-induced damage recorded | Do not attribute to original failure |
Deposit removed before photo/sample | Evidence partly lost | Record limitation; reduce confidence |
Component identity uncertain | Applicability unresolved | Hold disposition |
Machining considered | Is approved rework limit/process available? | Specialist review; no machining claim |
Crack suspected | Is approved NDT/specialist process required? | Escalate; do not infer from visual alone |
Rotor contact evident | What geometry/bearing cause exists? | |
Bearing/seal damage evident | What specification and failure mechanism apply? |
155 — Cleaning Can Destroy Evidence
Photograph and preserve debris, deposits, lubricant and wear patterns before cleaning changes the condition.
156 — Measurement Without a Limit Is Not Acceptance
A valid measurement can exist without an approved service limit. Report the value and uncertainty; do not manufacture a tolerance.
158 — Technical / Inspection Verification Gate
Verify external baseline, controlled disassembly, component traceability, measurement method, approved limit source and disposition. No 'within tolerance' statement without both method and actual-airend limit.
160 — AEO / Engineering FAQ Layer
Answer what should be checked before opening an airend, how disassembly evidence is preserved, what measurements need approved limits, how components are dispositioned and why generic tolerances are unsafe.