1、Designation: F2563 06 (Reapproved 2010)F2563 16Standard Practice forKit Assembly Instructions of Aircraft Intended Primarily forRecreation1This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2563; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year oforiginal adoption or, in the cas
2、e of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. Asuperscript epsilon () indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.1. Scope1.1 This practice covers the instructions a kit producer must provide to a consumer in order to
3、 assemble and safely flight-testa recreational aircraft to ensure compliance with applicable ASTM standards.1.2 The instructions prescribe the necessary mechanical skills or training, or both, required for successful completion of the kit,as well as necessary tooling, fixtures, inspections, measurem
4、ents, and other pertinent items required for successful completion ofthe kit. Proof of compliance with these instructions may be vital for obtaining flight authorizations from the applicable CAA.1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use
5、. It is the responsibilityof the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatorylimitations prior to use.2. Referenced Documents2.1 ASTM Standards:2F2242 Specification for Production Acceptance Testing System for Powered Parach
6、ute AircraftF2356 Specification for Production Acceptance Testing System for Lighter-Than-Air Light Sport AircraftF2447 Practice for Production Acceptance Test Procedures for Weight-Shift-Control AircraftF3035 Practice for Production Acceptance in the Manufacture of a Fixed Wing Light Sport Aircraft
7、3. Terminology3.1 Definitions:3.1.1 consumerany person who follows the instructions covered by this practice to assemble the kit.3.1.2 operationprocess or action that is part of a series in the assembly of a kit. It is identified by the kit producer as a meansto partition the aircraft assembly task
8、into subgroups of tasks or processes that allow the consumer to track progress or completionof portions of the kit in an orderly manner.3.1.3 producerany person or company who fabricates the kit and authors the instructions covered by this practice.3.2 Acronyms:3.2.1 CAACivil Aviation Authority3.2.2
9、 CAGEcommercial and government entity3.2.3 KAIkit assembly instructions4. Required Sections4.1 The KAI shall include at least the following information (preferably in the same sequence as numbered in 3.1.14.1.1):4.1.1 (1) Revisions; Revisions, or instructions for accessing them, for example on a web
10、site; (2) Introduction and instructionsfor using the KAI; (3) Table of Contents; (4) Safety Summary; (5) Applicable standards and specifications; (6) Terminology; (7)Required consumer abilities and responsibilities; (8) Required equipment and environmental conditions; (9) Parts list; (10)Assembly op
11、erations; (11) Final assembly Inspections; (12) Flight-test procedures; and (13) Additional requirements.1 This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F37 on Light Sport Aircraft and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F37.70 on Cross Cutting.Current edition approved Dec. 1, 2
12、010Oct. 1, 2016. Published March 2011October 2016. Originally approved in 2006. Last previous edition approved in 20062010 asF2563 06.F2563 06 (2010). DOI: 10.1520/F2563-06R10.10.1520/F2563-16.2 For referencedASTM standards, visit theASTM website, www.astm.org, or contactASTM Customer Service at ser
13、viceastm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standardsvolume information, refer to the standards Document Summary page on the ASTM website.This document is not an ASTM standard and is intended only to provide the user of an ASTM standard an indication of what changes have been made to the previous version.
14、 Becauseit may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current versionof the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.Copyright ASTM International,
15、100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States1NOTE 1The required information may be provided in separate books or volumes.4.1.2 The required information may be provided in separate books or volumes.4.1.3 The production acceptance inspection and testing procedure
16、s as specified in Practices F2242, F2356, F2447, or F3035 maybe provided to satisfy the requirements of Sections 12 and 13 below.4.2 If the KAI references material or instructions generated by a third party (for example, a component manufacturer), thatmaterial must also meet the requirements of this
17、 practice. If it does not, the kit manufacturer must create its own material on thetopic that complies with this practice.5. Revisions5.1 The kit provider shall update the KAI when changes of form, fit, or function are identified as needed in the aircraft or itssub-components via a revision to the K
18、AI.5.2 KAI revisions shall be uniquely identified by date, purpose, and applicable KAI section.5.3 The KAI shall include a form to be used to provide feedback on the document to the kit producer on errors, anomalies,suggestions, or queries. The form shall identify the source document, user, date, su
19、bject, discussion, and returnable acknowledge-ment sections for each communication as a minimum.6. Safety Summary6.1 The KAI shall provide a list of potential hazards associated with kit assembly. It is important to note that no list of potentialhazards could ever include every possible hazard. This
20、 section is intended to serve as an advisory to all parties to enhance safety.6.1.1 ChemicalsIf hazardous chemicals are used in the assembly of the kit, it is advised that information such as MaterialSafety Data Sheets (MSDS) or equivalent be provided in the KAI.7. Applicable Standards7.1 The KAI sh
21、all list the title, source, and significance of the aircraft standards applicable to the aircraft.8. Required Consumer Abilities and Responsibilities8.1 Consumer Skills and Training:8.1.1 The KAI shall prescribe any specific skills or training necessary to complete each operation.8.1.2 The KAI shall
22、 prescribe any specific responsibilities the producer expects the consumer to assume for completion of thekit.8.1.3 The KAI shall prescribe the responsibilities of the customer for obtaining a flight authorization from the applicable CAA.Deviation from the instructions or unauthorized modifications
23、may prohibit the assembled aircraft from obtaining a flightauthorization. Such information shall be provided in the KAI.9. Required Equipment and Environmental Conditions9.1 Required Equipment and Parts:9.1.1 The KAI shall prescribe any specific equipment necessary for completion of each operation s
24、uch as, but not limited to,tooling, jigs, parts, and fixtures.This list should include specific manufacturers (CAGE codes if applicable), part numbers, quantity,and description if possible.9.1.2 The KAI may prescribe any specific equipment recommended for completion of each operation.9.2 Required En
25、vironmental ConditionsThe KAI shall prescribe any specific environmental conditions necessary forcompletion of each operation such as, but not limited to, temperature range, humidity, wind, dust, and lighting.10. Parts List10.1 The KAI shall contain a parts list of all the kit parts (or subassemblie
26、s) listing a part number or identifier, description, andquantity.10.2 A unique part number or identifier shall be assigned to each unique assembly, subassembly, detail part, or consumablematerial provided in the kit.10.2.1 A description that includes the material of each component shall be provided
27、with each identifier for each unique part.NOTE 1The material may be omitted from the parts list descriptions if it is clearly discernible from the instructions themselves.11. Assembly Operations11.1 This section shall specify the order in which assembly operations should be completed. If operations
28、can be done in randomorder, this shall also be specified.11.1.1 Each KAI assembly operation section shall include a space for the builder to log completion date and participation. Itis recommended that there be a place for the builder to document time spent performing each operation as well.F2563 16
29、211.2 Pre-Assembly Operations and ChecklistsThe KAI shall prescribe any specific pre-assembly operations and checklistsnecessary for the completion of each operation. At a minimum, it is recommended that the instructions for each operation providea checklist for the skills, tools, parts, and conditi
30、ons required to complete that operation.11.3 Assembly OperationsEach assembly operation section shall include information such as text, photos, templates, electricalschematic drawings, or technical drawings sufficient to explain how to perform that operation and ensure compliance with thedesign crit
31、eria.11.4 Post-Assembly Inspections and MeasurementsEach assembly operation section shall prescribe any specific inspections,measurements, or criteria necessary for verifying successful completion of that operation.12. Final Assembly Inspections12.1 Systems InspectionsThe KAI shall prescribe specifi
32、c system inspections necessary for verifying successful operation ofeach system.12.2 Engine Start-Up and Break-InThe KAI shall prescribe any specific procedures necessary for initial engine start-up andbreak-in.12.3 Pre-Flight Tests and VerificationsThe KAI shall prescribe any specific tests and ver
33、ifications required prior to initial testflights.12.3.1 The KAI shall include the Production Acceptance and Quality Assurance procedures that relate to the final assemblychecks required to show compliance with the applicable ASTM standards.12.4 Additional InformationAdditional information on inspect
34、ions can be found in Practices F2242, F2356, F2447, or F3035.12.5 CAA Documentation and AuthorizationsThe KAI shall provide the manufacturers documentation necessary for obtainingall required registration, inspections, and authorizations from the applicable CAA. Check Appendix X2 for information reg
35、ardingvarious countries requirements.13. Flight-Test Procedures13.1 Flight-Test ObjectivesThe KAI shall prescribe any specific flight-test objectives necessary for verification of successfuloperation.13.2 Flight-Test Environmental ConditionsThe KAI shall prescribe the environmental conditions for co
36、nducting initialflight-tests.13.3 Flight-Test Procedures and ManeuversThe KAI shall prescribe any specific flight-test procedures and maneuversnecessary for verification that the controls and systems operate within the limits established in the manufacturers published aircraftoperating instructions.
37、13.3.1 The KAI shall include the Production Acceptance procedures that relate to the flight test procedures required to showcompliance with applicable ASTM standards.13.4 Post Flight-Test Documentation and NotificationsThe KAI shall prescribe any specific flight-test documentation ornotifications re
38、quired for verification of successful operation.13.5 Additional InformationAdditional information on flight testing can be found in Practices F2242, F2356, F2447, orF3035.14. Keywords14.1 assembly; authorization; flight test; instructions; modifications; operation; parts list; registration; verifica
39、tionAPPENDIXES(Nonmandatory Information)X1. METHODS OF COMMUNICATIONX1.1 Formats:X1.1.1 Electronic documents are acceptable so long as they are viewable on freely distributed software, such as Acrobat a PDFviewer, or other no-cost format, such as HTML, or be viewed without purchasing additional soft
40、ware. If electronic data is providedin a proprietary format, the kit producer shall provide the appropriate viewing software.F2563 163X1.2 Illustrations:X1.2.1 Illustrations provided in the KAI should be sufficiently large and clear enough so that they accurately depict the operationto a person with
41、 reasonable vision. Black and white photocopies of photographs seldom contain sufficient clarity and definitionto be useful. If such reproduction methods are to be used, it is highly suggested that technical line drawings be used. Such drawingsshould be large enough in size so that they are useful a
42、nd clear. Photographs are useful if the printing quality is high enough topreserve the clarity of the image.X1.3 It is recommended that kit providers and builders share information between and among themselves using E-mail and Websites. The intent is to enhance the building experience and improve di
43、ssemination of best practices and safety information withinthe community.X1.4 It is recommended that documentation provided to the consumer in English be written as ASD SIMPLIFIED TECHNICALENGLISH. Information on this is available at this Web site: http:/www.simplifiedenglish-aecma.org/. Doing so wi
44、ll enhance theclarity of the documents. It will also create documents that may be easily translated into other languages.X2. REQUIREMENTS FOR OBTAINING A FLIGHT AUTHORIZATION IN VARIOUS COUNTRIESX2.1 Australia:X2.1.1 Manufacturers Required Documents:X2.1.1.1 A statement of compliance by the manufact
45、urer that indicates:(1) The aircrafts make, model, serial number, and date of manufacture;(2) The design of the aircraft complies with the LSA standards;(3) The manufacturers quality assurance system complies with the LSA standards and based on that system, the aircraftconforms to the manufacturers
46、design data;(4) The manufacturer will make available to any interested person the aircrafts operating instructions, the aircraftsmaintenance and inspection procedures, and the aircrafts flight training supplement that complies with the LSA standards; and(5) The manufacturer will monitor the continui
47、ng airworthiness of the aircraft and will issue directions or requirements thatcomply with the LSA standards to correct any unsafe condition.X2.1.1.2 A copy of the manufacturers assembly instructions.X2.1.1.3 Copies of the aircraft operating instructions, the aircraft maintenance and inspection proc
48、edures, and the aircraftflight-training supplement.X2.1.2 Consumer Information for Application of an Experimental Certificate for a Kit Built Light Sports Aircraft:X2.1.2.1 When applying for an experimental certificate for a kit built LSA, the applicant should provide the following:(1) Manufacturers
49、 statement of compliance (see above);(2) Written information that a production aircraft of the same make and model has been issued a special certificate ofairworthiness for LSA or a similar document from a contracting state;(3) The aircraft operating instructions, the aircraft maintenance and inspection procedures, and the aircraft flight-trainingsupplement;(4) Evidence that repairs and modifications are either manufacturer approved or fit the LSA definition;(5) For imported aircraft, evidence that the aircraft was manufactured in a contracting
