COMPONENT SYSTEM 05 / 5 PRACTICAL CHECKLISTS

Structures & airframesBegin with the interfaces.

A frame component needs a defined load case and interface drawing. Share the intended aircraft geometry, component masses and inspection approach before comparing options.

A purchasing guide, not live inventory. Use these checklists to describe your requirements. We review candidate parts, supplier information and commercial terms for your project; your technical team confirms the final fit.

01 / STRUCTURES & AIRFRAMES

Frames & center plates

Provide the central structure and mounting reference for a vehicle.

Request part options : Frames & center plates

01 Parameters to provide

  • Vehicle layout, motor count and wheelbase / envelope
  • Payload, component masses and load assumptions
  • Material, laminate / thickness and mass target
  • Arm, battery, controller and payload mounting patterns
  • Access, routing, assembly and dimensional tolerances

02 Still to confirm

  • Structural evidence for the actual load cases
  • Material traceability, joint design and as-built dimensions

Review these points with the supplier against the exact proposed part.

02 / STRUCTURES & AIRFRAMES

Arms & booms

Position propulsion units or connect structural modules.

Request part options : Arms & booms

01 Parameters to provide

  • Length, outer / inner dimensions and wall thickness
  • Material, layup / finish and mass requirement
  • Motor mount and center-frame joint details
  • Folding, locking and cable-routing requirements
  • Bending / torsion loads and critical tolerances

02 Still to confirm

  • Joint stiffness and fatigue evidence
  • Repeatable alignment, locking retention and replacement fit

Review these points with the supplier against the exact proposed part.

03 / STRUCTURES & AIRFRAMES

Shells & covers

Protect or enclose electronics while preserving service and cooling access.

Request part options : Shells & covers

01 Parameters to provide

  • Envelope, attachment points and mating geometry
  • Material, thickness and manufacturing method
  • Ventilation, cooling and cable entry requirements
  • Surface finish, colour and marking requirements
  • Environmental exposure and service-access needs

02 Still to confirm

  • Actual ingress performance and thermal effects
  • RF interaction, sealing details and dimensional fit

Review these points with the supplier against the exact proposed part.

04 / STRUCTURES & AIRFRAMES

Landing gear

Support the aircraft on the ground and provide payload clearance.

Request part options : Landing gear

01 Parameters to provide

  • Vehicle mass and landing-load assumptions
  • Ground clearance, footprint and attachment pattern
  • Fixed / retractable layout and stowed envelope
  • Material, mass limit and ground-surface conditions
  • Actuation interface and power needs if retractable

02 Still to confirm

  • Load and cycle evidence for the intended configuration
  • Clearance under deflection and locking behaviour

Review these points with the supplier against the exact proposed part.

05 / STRUCTURES & AIRFRAMES

Fasteners & vibration mounts

Secure assemblies and define the isolation of sensitive equipment.

Request part options : Fasteners & vibration mounts

01 Parameters to provide

  • Thread, length, head style or mounting geometry
  • Material, strength / hardness and surface finish
  • Joint loads, torque and retention requirements
  • For isolators: supported mass and vibration range
  • Quantity, drawing references and inspection criteria

02 Still to confirm

  • Correct torque / retention procedure for the mating materials
  • Isolator behaviour and hardware traceability

Review these points with the supplier against the exact proposed part.

MAKE THE ENQUIRY ACTIONABLE

What to send with your brief.

An incomplete brief is fine. Mark unknowns clearly so they can be resolved before a purchase decision.

  1. Project contextCivilian application, destination, operating conditions and your integration role.
  2. Part definitionManufacturer and model / revision, or a non-confidential custom-part summary. Note acceptable alternatives; agree sharing arrangements before sending detailed drawings.
  3. Procurement needsQuantities, required date, sample or production intent, and documentation / inspection expectations.
  4. Interfaces & evidenceConnected hardware and software, existing drawings, and the test or acceptance evidence your team needs.

FROM YOUR REQUIREMENT TO A SUPPLY PROPOSAL

Send the requirement.
We’ll coordinate the options.

Share the part reference, quantity and destination. We’ll review sourcing feasibility, request the missing details and work towards a quotation with clear inclusions, lead time and supply responsibilities.