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Advanced aerospace inspection solutions for aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, and composite structures — backed by more than 40 years of real-world aerospace experience and proven non-destructive testing expertise.
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Aerospace NDT Inspection Services
Aerospace NDT Inspection Services Backed by Decades of Real-World Experience
In the aerospace industry, there is no margin for error.
Aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, and critical aerospace components must meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and safety. Even the smallest defect can have significant consequences for performance, compliance, and operational success.
A-Scan Nondestructive Testing, Inc. provides specialized aerospace inspection services designed to help manufacturers, suppliers, maintenance organizations, and government contractors verify the integrity of critical components and structures without causing damage to the materials being inspected.
With more than four decades of aerospace inspection experience, we bring practical knowledge gained through direct involvement with some of the industry’s most significant aerospace programs.
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A-Scan Nondestructive Testing offers a full range of inspection services designed to support aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and composite applications.
Supporting the Aerospace Industry
A-Scan Nondestructive Testing provides inspection services throughout the aerospace product lifecycle, from prototype development and production to maintenance and repair operations.
We support organizations involved in:
- Commercial aviation
- Military aviation
- Spacecraft development
- Satellite manufacturing
- Launch vehicle programs
- MRO operations
- Defense contracting
- Aerospace component manufacturing
Our goal is to help clients maintain the highest levels of quality while meeting demanding production schedules and regulatory requirements.
Experience with Major Aerospace Programs
Founder and President Michael R. Collingwood has spent more than 42 years supporting aerospace programs and advanced aerospace structures.
His experience includes work involving:
This experience provides a unique understanding of the inspection challenges associated with modern aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, and quality assurance.
Aerospace Inspection Capabilities
From aircraft components and composite assemblies to weldments, castings, and manufactured parts — A-Scan delivers the right method for the application.
Eddy Current Inspection
- Ideal for surface & subsurface defect detection
- Crack, corrosion, and conductivity testing for aerospace & manufacturing
- Advanced Eddy Current C-Scan for complex materials
Ultrasonic
Testing (UT)
- Contact, immersion, and through-transmission inspections
- Detection of delaminations, voids, and subsurface defects
- C-Scan & F-Scan technology for detailed analysis
Radiographic Testing (RT) – Film & Digital
- Digital Detector Arrays (DDA) & Computed Radiography (CR)
- High-energy X-ray imaging for aerospace & composite materials
- Real-time & film radiography for welds, castings, and critical components
Magnetic Particle
Testing (MT)
- Detection of surface & near-surface defects in ferromagnetic materials
- Wet & dry fluorescent and visible magnetic particle testing
- Aerospace-certified NAS-410 & ASTM-compliant testing
Liquid Penetrant
Testing (PT)
- Fluorescent & visible dye penetrant testing
- Highly sensitive defect detection for aerospace & critical components
- Conforms to AMS, ASTM, and aerospace inspection standards
Laser Shearography – Advanced Composite Inspection
- Non-contact shearography imaging for bonded structures
- Vacuum & thermal excitation methods for composite defects
- Ideal for aerospace, spacecraft, and satellite components
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Eddy Current Inspection
Eddy current inspection plays a critical role in aerospace maintenance and manufacturing.
Applications include:
- Surface crack detection
- Fastener hole inspections
- Corrosion assessment
- Conductivity measurement
- Structural integrity evaluations
Ultrasonic Inspection
Ultrasonic testing provides highly accurate evaluation of internal defects and material conditions.
Applications include:
- Composite structures
- Bonded assemblies
- Aircraft components
- Aerospace laminates
- Thickness measurements
- Structural integrity verification
Radiographic Inspection
Radiographic testing allows for detailed evaluation of internal structures and manufacturing quality.
Applications include:
- Castings
- Weldments
- Aerospace assemblies
- Composite components
- Structural evaluations
Liquid Penetrant Inspection
Liquid penetrant testing helps identify surface-breaking discontinuities in critical aerospace components.
Common applications include:
- Machined parts
- Structural components
- Welded assemblies
- Production inspections
Magnetic Particle Inspection
Magnetic particle testing is used to detect surface and near-surface discontinuities in ferromagnetic materials.
Applications include:
- Aircraft hardware
- Structural components
- Manufacturing inspections
- Maintenance inspections
Laser Shearography
Laser shearography provides advanced inspection capabilities for composite and bonded aerospace structures.
This technology can detect:
- Delaminations
- Disbonds
- Core damage
- Impact damage
- Structural anomalies
Aerospace Composite Inspection Specialists
Modern aerospace systems rely heavily on composite materials to reduce weight while maintaining structural performance. These materials require specialized inspection methods that go beyond traditional NDT approaches.
A-Scan Nondestructive Testing specializes in the inspection of:
- Honeycomb panels
- Bonded assemblies
- Satellite structures
- Composite aircraft structures
- Composite control surfaces
- Spacecraft composite components
Using advanced ultrasonic inspection and laser shearography, we help identify defects that could impact performance, safety, or certification.
First Article Inspection Support
First article inspections are often critical to aerospace manufacturing programs. A-Scan provides independent inspection support to verify that components meet design requirements, customer specifications, and quality standards before production continues.
Benefits include:
- Reduced risk
- Improved quality assurance
- Early identification of manufacturing issues
- Greater customer confidence
Production and Overflow Inspection Support
When production schedules increase or internal inspection resources become stretched, A-Scan provides additional NDT support to help keep programs on track.
We assist clients with:
- Production inspections
- Overflow inspection work
- Specialized NDT applications
- Project-based inspection support
- Critical deadline requirements
Our flexible approach allows organizations to scale inspection resources without compromising quality.
Why Aerospace Companies Choose A-Scan
Precision Geomatics delivers innovative solutions for Aerospace, Space, and Defense, ensuring global compliance and engineering excellence.
Decades of Aerospace Experience
More than 42 years supporting aircraft, defense, launch vehicle, and aerospace manufacturing programs.
Specialized Composite Expertise
Advanced inspection capabilities for composite and bonded structures.
Proven NDT Technologies
Utilizing ultrasonic inspection, radiography, eddy current testing, liquid penetrant testing, magnetic particle inspection, and laser shearography.
Responsive Support
Flexible inspection services designed to meet demanding production schedules and project requirements.
Commitment to Quality
Helping aerospace organizations maintain compliance, reliability, and confidence in their products.
Need a trusted aerospace inspection partner?
Whether you’re manufacturing critical aerospace components, evaluating composite structures, supporting a launch vehicle program, or facing a demanding production schedule, A-Scan Nondestructive Testing is ready to help.