AIPS04-04-001 – Airbus Specification for Heat Treatment of Nickel Alloys
AIPS04-04-001 is an Airbus standard, an official Airbus rulebook for nickel-based alloys. The nickel-based alloys refer to materials like 625, 718, etc., which are special compounds made from nickel. The rules outlined are the processes for heating these materials so that they achieve optimal mechanical strength while resisting corrosion and remaining stable at high temperatures for aviation purposes. The standard also describes the processes for annealing, solution treatments, and coolings applied to the materials for consistency and tracing in aircraft manufacturing as well as maintenance.
Nickel alloys treated according to AIPS04-04-001 are used in:
- Aerospace engine components (turbine blades, combustion liners, ducting)
- Airframe high-temperature assemblies
- Chemical and industrial equipment requiring heat-treated nickel alloys
- Ensures high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance.
- Standardizes heat treatment for Nickel 625, 718, and similar alloys.
- Guarantees repeatable mechanical properties and long-term durability.
Why AIPS04-04-001 Matters
It Ensures that aerospace components meet Airbus’s tough safety, reliability, and performance criteria, as established in AIPS04-04-001. From a heat treating perspective, this specification is particularly important for components needing to withstand extreme temperatures, high stress, and corrosive conditions.
Specifications
SHEET & PLATE
States the specifications of Nickel 625 sheets and plates at various thicknesses. Also, describes the requirements for corrosion resistance, heat resistance, mechanical properties, and formability for components used in the aerospace industry, flares, exhaust systems, and chemical equipment. ..
BARS & FORGINGS
Includes Nickel 625 in bar, forgings, and rings, where its chemical composition, mechanical properties, and heat treating requirements are discussed with regard to its applicability in industries such as aerospace and chemical processing where superior strengths are required.
BOEING SPECIFICATIONS
Boeing specifications regarding Nickel 625 provide an overview of the application of this material in aircraft engine construction, exhaust systems, as well as other elements used in the structure, which are utilized at high temperatures. The specifications guarantee a perfect fit with Boeing’s aerospace products.
GULSTREAM SPECIFICATIONS
Outlines the specifications of the Nickel 625 material used in the Gulfstream aircraft parts, including the required material properties in areas of the engine where high temperatures exist.
HONEYWELL SPECIFICATIONS
Covers Nickel 625 used in Honeywell aerospace and industrial applications. Focuses on heat and corrosion resistance, durability, and long-term stability in extreme environments.
SAFRAN SPECIFICATIONS
Defines Safran’s standards for Nickel 625 used in aircraft engines and high-temperature structural parts, ensuring oxidation and corrosion resistance under sustained thermal loads.
AIRBUS SPECIFICATIONS
Outlines Airbus standards for Nickel 625 in aerospace manufacturing, emphasizing mechanical strength, heat tolerance, and resistance to chemical attack in critical engine and structural components.
TUBING SPECIFICATIONS
Specifies Nickel 625 tubing for use in industrial, chemical, and aerospace environments. It details specifications related to the size, mechanical, and corrosion properties, as well as fabrication of tubes, used in heat exchangers, propulsion systems, or exhaust ducts.
Certified Material for Critical Service
All Nickel 625 supplied by Fighter Jet Metals comes with full test reports, heat numbers, and traceability in compliance with AMS standards.
We can coordinate dual certification with related standards ensuring compatibility with aerospace and high-temperature industrial applications.
Our materials can also be integrated into multi-alloy packages, providing a complete solution for high-performance manufacturing environments.