Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Certified Inspection Services Embedded in Full-Program Execution

Non-Destructive Testing

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PAD’s NDT operations are FAA-certified and fully integrated within our internal quality and program management systems. As part of our vertically integrated offering, NDT is not an outsourced activity but a core in-house capability that supports manufacturing, MRO, and field service operations. Our experienced inspectors and Level III personnel provide both in-process and final inspections for critical aerospace and defense components.

Modalities Supported

Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT)

Water-washable and post-emulsifiable processes for both ferrous and non-ferrous alloys

Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)

Wet and dry method inspections using portable and stationary equipment for surface and near-surface discontinuities

Ultrasonic Testing (UT)

Thickness measurement, flaw detection, and weld inspection using conventional and phased-array techniques

Eddy Current Testing (ET)

Surface crack detection and conductivity testing for heat treat and material sorting

Visual & Borescope Inspections (VT)

Detailed inspections of internal features, surface finish, and assembly verification

Radiographic Testing (RT)

Through NADCAP-approved partnerships and managed under our internal quality procedures

 Use Cases

  • In-process inspection of machined aerospace components
  • Final acceptance testing of flight-critical hardware
  • Recertification of engine and structural components during depot-level overhaul
  • Weld integrity verification for GSE and structural fabrication
  • Inspection reports in support of airworthiness documentation and release

Facility & Certification

  • FAA Part 145 Repair Station (airframe and powerplant)
  • AS9100D certified quality system with NADCAP-aligned procedures
  • NDT Level II and III personnel per NAS-410
  • Digital archiving of inspection results and traceability records
  • Direct interface with customer DQRs and OEM quality teams

Integration Within PAD
NDT is coordinated directly with PAD’s machining, engineering, and assembly operations. This reduces turnaround time, improves defect detection during early-stage processing, and ensures compliance without the delays and risks associated with third-party inspection shops. All NDT findings are documented, reviewed by our Quality department, and integrated into the customer’s reporting protocols.

Client Value
PAD provides a unique value proposition in NDT: embedded capability within a full-scope aerospace contractor. Clients receive certified inspection services as part of a seamless project execution workflow—reducing logistics, increasing throughput, and ensuring that compliance is never an afterthought.

Programs Supported

PAD’s Non-Destructive Testing Group is a trusted partner for a diverse range of programs, including but not limited to the F-16, F-18, F-22, F-35, P-8, KC-46, AWACS, Boeing 777, 747, Boeing’s Seat Manufacturers, Gulfstream series, and various space programs such as SpaceX and Blue Origin.

Non-Destructive Testing

NDT Expertise

PAD’s Non-Destructive Testing Group excels in advanced non-destructive testing (NDT), ensuring the integrity and reliability of aerospace components. Our commitment to excellence resonates across industries and airframes, setting new benchmarks in aerospace technology. As a unified force, PAD serves as your catalyst for achieving unparalleled excellence in the aerospace domain.

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