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Both AS9100 and AS9003 reference the FAI Standard AS9102 as a Note and they state to utilize it for guidance. Which is it, a guide or a requirement?

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Both AS9100 and AS9003 reference the FAI Standard AS9102 as a Note and they state to utilize it for guidance. Which is it, a guide or a requirement?

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A guide. When compliance to AS9102 is mandatory, it will be referenced as such in the Purchase Order/Contract. In the absence of any contractual requirement, compliance is not mandatory. However, the supplier must have an FAI process and should utilize AS9102 for guidance.