{"id":505,"date":"2026-05-17T05:11:06","date_gmt":"2026-05-17T05:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.precisionam.com\/uncategorized\/5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\/"},"modified":"2026-10-22T06:02:13","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T06:02:13","slug":"5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/precision-machining\/5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\/","title":{"rendered":"5-Axis CNC Machining for Aerospace Parts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>Last updated: October 21, 2026<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"key-takeaways\">Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>5-axis CNC aerospace programs require proven capability that extends beyond equipment ownership and basic AS9100 certification claims.<\/li>\n<li>Buyers must distinguish between simultaneous 5-axis and 3+2 positioning to align accuracy, rigidity and cost with part geometry.<\/li>\n<li>Material-specific expertise in titanium, Inconel and aluminum is essential because each alloy demands unique tooling and process controls.<\/li>\n<li>Qualification depends on verifiable certification scope, first-article documentation, ITAR registration and material traceability, detailed in the checklist below.<\/li>\n<li>Precision Advanced Manufacturing delivers certified 5-axis aerospace machining with AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR-registered systems from prototype through full-rate production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/request-a-quote\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" class=\"solid-button\" target=\"_blank\">Start a 5-axis aerospace quote<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What 5-Axis CNC Machining Is and Why Aerospace Programs Specify It<\/h2>\n<p>5-axis CNC machining moves a cutting tool or workpiece across three linear axes (X, Y, Z) and two rotational axes (A, B or C). In true simultaneous operation, all five move together through the cut and continuously reorient the cutter to maintain contact across a contoured surface.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1785163943949-293d9b0cce58.webp\" alt=\"A five-axis CNC head machining a round metal workpiece.\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Five-axis machining reaches complex geometries in a single setup \u2014 fewer fixtures, tighter true position, and the repeatability aerospace and defense programs demand.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Aerospace programs specify 5-axis machining for a defined set of reasons.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complex contoured airframe and engine geometries that fixed orientations cannot reach<\/li>\n<li>Single-setup accuracy that eliminates tolerance stack-up from re-fixturing<\/li>\n<li>Superalloys such as titanium and Inconel, where material cost and surface integrity requirements make single-setup machining economically essential<\/li>\n<li>Cycle time reduction on multi-face parts that would otherwise require three to five setups on a 3-axis machine<\/li>\n<li>CMM-verified dimensional results tied to a consistent datum reference frame<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This article is a qualification and decision framework. The section below covers the benefits buyers need to evaluate supplier claims. For a detailed treatment of 5-axis advantages, see <a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/advantages-5-axis-cnc-aerospace\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" target=\"_blank\">The Advantages of 5-Axis CNC Machining in Aerospace<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>What 5-Axis CNC Machining Actually Delivers for Aerospace Parts<\/h2>\n<p>The practical value of 5-axis machining for aerospace parts comes from setup reduction and datum consistency. Each time a part is unclamped and re-fixtured, the datum reference can shift. Each eliminated setup removes a relocation tolerance stack that can consume a significant portion of a tight GD&amp;T tolerance band.<\/p>\n<p>For flight-critical parts with position, runout and surface finish requirements, that stack-up reduction is the engineering justification for specifying 5-axis work. Consider a wing rib with tapered pockets and stiffeners on both sides. It may require at least two setups on a 3-axis machine, and the re-datum error between setups can consume half a tight position tolerance.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1785163886671-8f5217244f88.webp\" alt=\"A machined metal part fixtured inside a CNC machining center.\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Mission-critical components leave no room for deviation. Multi-axis CNC machining holds tight tolerances part after part, with full material traceability behind every feature.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In simultaneous 5-axis operation, the cutter continuously reorients to maintain tool-tip contact across a contoured surface. The tool vector changes throughout the cut rather than indexing to a fixed angle. That motion produces smooth surface continuity on impellers, turbine blades and organic airframe contours, where a fixed-orientation approach leaves step-over marks at index boundaries.<\/p>\n<p>Precision Advanced Manufacturing runs advanced multi-axis milling and turning, including Swiss-type machining and machining of titanium and Inconel, for aerospace, space, satellite and UAV components. In-house engineering and CNC programming are applied at the quoting stage to strengthen manufacturability before production begins.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1785164232174-7d0cbe7ee84c.webp\" alt=\"A satellite orbiting above the Earth.\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Space-grade components tolerate no rework in orbit. Precision machining and controlled processes deliver the reliability satellite and launch programs build on.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2>Simultaneous 5-Axis vs. 3+2 Positioning for Cost and Accuracy<\/h2>\n<p>The distinction between simultaneous 5-axis and 3+2 positional machining shapes cost, accuracy and rigidity for aerospace parts. Many programs treat both modes as equivalent, yet they behave differently on the machine.<\/p>\n<p>In 3+2 machining, the rotary axes index the part to a fixed orientation, lock and the machine cuts with three linear axes in that tilted frame. The rotary brakes carry the cutting load, so rigidity stays close to that of a 3-axis machine. Programming stays close to ordinary 3-axis work. This mode handles most multi-face prismatic parts such as angled bores, ported manifolds and five-sided housings where each face can be fully machined at a locked tilt angle.<\/p>\n<p>In simultaneous 5-axis machining, all five axes interpolate together with rotary brakes released. Simultaneous motion carves continuously curved surfaces such as turbine blades and impellers. It carries higher programming complexity, collision simulation requirements and machine-specific post-processor demands.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1785163924321-73fb4d714caf.webp\" alt=\"Coolant spraying over a rotating cutter during CNC milling.\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Flood-cooled multi-axis milling clears chips fast and protects the cutting edge, keeping surface finish and dimensional accuracy consistent across long production runs.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Practical machinist contributors who run mixed 5-axis fleets consistently report that roughly 80 percent of daily work is 3+2 positional machining. Simultaneous motion is reserved for geometry that demands continuous tool-tip path control. Specifying full simultaneous 5-axis for prismatic multi-face parts adds programming cost and reduces rigidity with no functional benefit.<\/p>\n<p>Buyers can verify which mode a shop actually runs in three ways. Request sample programs or toolpath simulations. Ask for parts with contoured features and their inspection results. Confirm controller support for RTCP\/TCPC. RTCP\/TCPC is implemented as FANUC G43.4, Heidenhain M128 or Siemens TRAORI depending on the controller builder. A machine with five physical axes but no RTCP effectively operates as a 3+2 machine because it cannot maintain a continuous tool-tip path while all five axes move.<\/p>\n<p>Buyers should also ask how the shop validates its machine-specific post-processor. Small kinematics errors, unit mismatches or incorrect tool length values can produce gouges and crashes that simulation will not catch unless the simulation model exactly matches the machine.<\/p>\n<p>Precision Advanced Manufacturing applies in-house programming and tooling expertise to advanced multi-axis CNC machining. Engineering support at the outset helps determine the appropriate machining mode for each part geometry. For a deeper treatment of both modes, see <a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/multi-axis-machining-aerospace\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" target=\"_blank\">Multi-Axis Aerospace Machining: 5-Axis and 3+2<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/request-a-quote\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" class=\"solid-button\" target=\"_blank\">Discuss 5-axis aerospace part requirements<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Material Reality for Titanium, Inconel and Aluminum<\/h2>\n<p>Material selection drives fixture design, toolpath strategy, inspection frequency and process control in 5-axis aerospace work. Three alloys dominate flight-critical programs, and each presents distinct machining challenges.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ti-6Al-4V<\/strong> has low thermal conductivity, so cutting heat concentrates at the tool edge rather than dissipating into the chip. That behavior promotes rapid insert wear and work hardening when toolpaths lack proper control. Ti-6Al-4V is limited to about 350\u00b0C continuous service temperature, which makes it standard for structural parts such as brackets, fittings and pylons. Rigidly controlled cutting conditions and high-pressure coolant help manage heat and prevent alpha-case formation on the surface.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Inconel 718<\/strong> work-hardens aggressively during machining. Each cutting pass leaves a hardened surface layer that blunts the next tool and forces conservative feeds and speeds. PVD- or CVD-coated carbide inserts and high-pressure coolant are standard practice. Inconel 718 retains useful strength to about 700\u00b0C, which makes it standard for hot-section hardware including turbine disks, combustor liners and exhaust cases. A shop quoting a short cycle time for Inconel 718 may be running parameters that cause unacceptable surface damage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>7075 aluminum<\/strong> machines at high cutting speeds but carries residual stress from rolling and heat treatment. Asymmetric pocket machining redistributes that stress, and skipping stress relief produces parts that appear perfect but warp during shipping or assembly. Staged machining with roughing, stress relief, semi-finishing, inspection and finishing provides the correct sequence for complex aerospace aluminum structures.<\/p>\n<p>Titanium experience does not transfer automatically to Inconel 718 because parameter libraries, tooling inventory and operator experience are alloy-specific. Precision Advanced Manufacturing applies expertise in titanium and Inconel under certified quality systems with full process control and traceability. For aluminum-specific considerations, see <a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/precision-cnc-machining-aluminum\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" target=\"_blank\">Precision CNC Machining Aluminum: An Aerospace Framework<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>How To Qualify a 5-Axis Aerospace Supplier<\/h2>\n<p>The following checklist converts supplier claims into verifiable requirements. Work through it in order. The first four items establish certification and inspection capability, and the last three test whether that capability holds through production.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>AS9100D certificate scope:<\/strong> Request the certificate number and certification body name, then verify the certificate through the <a href=\"https:\/\/iaqg.org\/oasis\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\">IAQG OASIS database<\/a>. Confirm the scope statement explicitly covers the processes being sourced: CNC milling, turning, finishing and any special processes. A broad statement like &#8220;general machining of metals&#8221; does not establish aerospace coverage. Confirm the certificate applies to the facility that will produce the parts, not only a parent company headquarters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>AS9102 first-article inspection package:<\/strong> Require all three forms: <a href=\"https:\/\/fedlaws.org\/as9102-fair-requirements-forms-ballooning-and-rev-c-changes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\">Form 1 (part number accountability), Form 2 (product accountability for materials and special processes) and Form 3 (characteristic accountability with actual measured values for every drawing requirement)<\/a>. Require a ballooned drawing in which every applicable requirement carries a unique identifier linked to the corresponding Form 3 entry. Suppliers that submit only Form 3 face automatic AS9102 rejection at the customer site.<\/li>\n<li><strong>GD&amp;T verification and CMM reporting:<\/strong> Confirm that CMM operators are trained to measure and report the specific GD&amp;T callouts on the drawings. CMM equipment must be calibrated with traceability to NIST or an equivalent national metrology institute. Request actual measured values, not generic pass or fail statements, with inspection method and equipment identification recorded.<\/li>\n<li><strong>ITAR registration:<\/strong> Verify current DDTC registration for any program involving defense-related technical data or drawings. Request the current DDTC registration letter with a valid M-code and unexpired registration date. Also examine employee and contractor access controls, subcontractor approval and documented data-handling procedures. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pmddtc.state.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noindex nofollow\">U.S. State Department Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC)<\/a> administers ITAR registration under 22 CFR Parts 120\u2013130.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Material certifications and traceability:<\/strong> Require mill test reports tied to heat lot and serial number for every material. Mandatory documentation per aerospace part shipment includes an MTR, an AS9102 FAIR with all three forms, a CMM dimensional report, a material or heat-lot certificate and a signed certificate of conformance referencing the purchase order.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In-process and final inspection documentation:<\/strong> Request a sample closed corrective action record from the past six months showing nonconformance identification, containment, root cause, corrective action and objective evidence of effectiveness. Repeated recurrence of the same finding category indicates a quality system that does not function as documented.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prototype-to-rate scalability:<\/strong> Confirm the supplier can support both prototype and full-rate production programs without a supplier change. Ask for evidence of multi-shift capacity and a defined process for transitioning from first article through sustained production.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Precision Advanced Manufacturing holds AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 registrations and is ITAR registered. Every program includes full documentation and traceability, inspection reporting, material certifications and a certificate of conformance. The company supports both prototype and full-rate production programs and offers quote-based project evaluation before production. For additional qualification guidance, see <a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/5-axis-precision-cnc-machining\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" target=\"_blank\">5-Axis Precision CNC Machining: Qualify a U.S. Partner<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.aigrowthmarketer.co\/1785164194032-a09872ce26c4.webp\" alt=\"A CMM touch probe measuring a machined aluminum bracket.\" style=\"max-height: 500px\" loading=\"lazy\"><figcaption><em>Every critical dimension is verified \u2014 CMM inspection and controlled quality workflows produce first-article and in-process data you can trace to each part.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/request-a-quote\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" class=\"solid-button\" target=\"_blank\">Request a quote and documentation review<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>5-Axis Limitations and Programming Requirements<\/h2>\n<p>5-axis CNC machining introduces real complexity that buyers should understand before awarding a program. Programming, simulation and post-processing determine whether a machine\u2019s hardware capability translates into reliable production.<\/p>\n<p>Programming generates tool paths that coordinate motion across five axes simultaneously or in indexed sequence. CAM software with machine-specific post-processors, collision simulation and rotary-axis validation supports that work. Post-processing often becomes the most underestimated step. The same cutter location file requires a new post-processor when moved to a machine of different structure, and a mismatched rotary axis direction or pivot length can cause overcutting or a spindle crash.<\/p>\n<p>5-axis machining also carries disadvantages. Programming and setup complexity increase, and skilled programmers plus full machine simulation are required to avoid collisions. Machine and fixturing cost rises, and simple prismatic parts at low quantities often run more economically on 3-axis equipment using multiple setups. Rotary axes have lower stiffness than linear axes when brakes are released, which can constrain feed rates on simultaneous work.<\/p>\n<p>The skill set for 5-axis CNC machining differs from 3-axis work. Experienced programmers and setters form the scarce resource in 5-axis machining, while the machine itself rarely forms the constraint. Supplier qualification should verify named personnel, relevant part experience and continuity of support, along with equipment ownership.<\/p>\n<p>Good programming practice includes CAM simulation, collision checking against the full machine model and post-processor validation at every rotary extreme. Precision Advanced Manufacturing applies in-house engineering, CNC programming and tooling development to those steps from the quoting stage.<\/p>\n<h2>Prototype-To-Rate Transition and Supplier Change Management<\/h2>\n<p>Moving a 5-axis aerospace part from prototype through first article to full-rate production requires a defined process at each stage. The AS9102 first-article inspection must be completed and approved before series production begins. A rejected FAI stops production until issues are corrected, new parts are manufactured if necessary and the package is resubmitted and approved.<\/p>\n<p>A new or updated FAI is required after any significant design or process change, equipment or supplier change, material-source change or a production lapse of more than two years. Buyers should confirm the supplier\u2019s AS9100D-compliant process includes a defined trigger list for re-FAI events.<\/p>\n<p>For mid-program supplier transitions, risk concentrates in documentation continuity and datum consistency. Buyers should request pilot builds or validation runs, complete documentation and material traceability packages and engineering support during integration. For ITAR-controlled programs, a controlled-data transition should include verification of the new supplier\u2019s DDTC registration status, personnel access restrictions and approved sub-suppliers before any controlled technical data transfers.<\/p>\n<p>Precision Advanced Manufacturing supports scalable production from prototype through sustained multi-shift manufacturing with certified quality systems and program support at every stage. The team can begin with pilot builds or validation runs to minimize transition risk. For program-specific considerations in Texas operations, see <a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/5-axis-machining-texas\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" target=\"_blank\">5 Axis Machining Texas: Reducing Risk For Aerospace Programs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/request-a-quote\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" class=\"solid-button\" target=\"_blank\">Plan a 5-axis aerospace program transition<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p>The questions below highlight common qualification topics and point back to the sections that cover each area in depth.<\/p>\n<h3>What Is 5-Axis CNC Machining and Why Does Aerospace Use It?<\/h3>\n<p>5-axis CNC machining moves a cutting tool or workpiece across three linear axes and two rotational axes. In simultaneous operation, all five move together through the cut. Aerospace programs specify it for contoured geometry, single-setup accuracy and superalloy capability, covered in the first section above.<\/p>\n<h3>What Is the Difference Between Simultaneous 5-Axis and 3+2 Positioning?<\/h3>\n<p>In 3+2 machining, the rotary axes index to a fixed orientation and lock while the machine cuts with three linear axes. In simultaneous 5-axis machining, all five axes interpolate together throughout the cut. Simultaneous motion is required for sculpted surfaces such as turbine blades and impellers. Most multi-face prismatic aerospace parts can be machined in 3+2, which offers higher rigidity and simpler programming. The part geometry determines the right mode, as detailed in the positioning section.<\/p>\n<h3>Which Materials Are Common in Aerospace 5-Axis Work?<\/h3>\n<p>Ti-6Al-4V is standard for structural parts including brackets, fittings and pylons. Inconel 718 is standard for hot-section hardware including turbine disks and exhaust cases. 7075 aluminum is common for airframe structures where strength-to-weight ratio drives selection. Each material requires alloy-specific tooling, cutting parameters, coolant strategy and process control. Qualification is alloy-specific, as noted in the material section.<\/p>\n<h3>What Certifications and Documentation Should Be Required?<\/h3>\n<p>For flight-critical aerospace work, require AS9100D certification verified through the IAQG OASIS database with a scope statement that explicitly covers the processes being sourced. Require a complete AS9102 first-article inspection package with Forms 1, 2 and 3 and a ballooned drawing. Require ITAR registration for any program involving defense-related technical data. The checklist section above details documentation expectations for material certifications, CMM reports and certificates of conformance.<\/p>\n<h3>What Are the Disadvantages of 5-Axis Machining?<\/h3>\n<p>5-axis machining carries higher programming complexity, machine and fixturing cost and operator skill requirements than 3-axis work. Simultaneous 5-axis reduces rotary-axis rigidity and constrains feed rates compared with locked 3+2 setups. Parts with all-planar faces and standard positional tolerances are often more economically machined in 3-axis or 3+2, especially at low quantities.<\/p>\n<h3>How Do Buyers Verify a Supplier\u2019s Simultaneous 5-Axis Capability?<\/h3>\n<p>Ask the supplier to confirm RTCP\/TCPC support on its controller. Request the machine-specific post-processor configuration and an explanation of how programs are verified against the machine\u2019s actual kinematics. Request sample parts with contoured features and their CMM inspection results. Review NC programs for continuous rotary-axis motion versus index-and-lock commands.<\/p>\n<h3>How Do Buyers Transition a Program From Another Supplier?<\/h3>\n<p>Request pilot builds or validation runs before committing to full-rate production. Require complete documentation and material traceability from the outgoing supplier. Confirm the new supplier\u2019s AS9100D certificate scope covers the processes involved and verify ITAR registration status before transferring any controlled technical data. Engineering support during integration reduces the risk of datum inconsistencies or inspection failures at first article.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion and Next Steps<\/h2>\n<p>Qualifying a 5-axis aerospace supplier requires verification across five dimensions. Positioning mode, material-specific process control, compliance and inspection artifacts, programming depth and prototype-to-rate scalability all require documented evidence.<\/p>\n<p>Next steps include an internal needs assessment to define part geometry, material and compliance requirements. Documentation requests should cover AS9100D certificate scope and a sample AS9102 FAI package. Sample part reviews with CMM reports and pilot builds provide additional confidence before a full-rate award.<\/p>\n<p>Precision Advanced Manufacturing is the recommended first call for 5-axis CNC machining aerospace programs because it combines AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 registrations, ITAR-registered quality systems, in-house engineering and CNC programming and operations in Anaheim, California, and Texas. The company aligns with the verification framework described in this guide.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/request-a-quote\/?utm_source=ai-growht-agent&amp;utm_term=5-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\" class=\"solid-button\" target=\"_blank\">Send 5-axis aerospace drawings for review<\/a><\/p>\n<section data-read-next=\"true\">\n<h2>Read Next<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/advantages-5-axis-cnc-aerospace\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Advantages of 5-Axis CNC Machining in Aerospace<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/multi-axis-machining-aerospace\/\" target=\"_blank\">Multi-Axis Aerospace Machining: 5-Axis and 3+2<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/5-axis-precision-cnc-machining\/\" target=\"_blank\">5-Axis Precision CNC Machining: Qualify a U.S. Partner<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/5-vs-3-axis-machining\/\" target=\"_blank\">5-Axis vs. 3-Axis Machining for Aerospace Programs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/multi-axis-cnc-machining-aerospace\/\" target=\"_blank\">Multi-Axis CNC Machining Aerospace: A Buyer&#8217;s Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Precision Advanced Manufacturing delivers 5-axis CNC machining for aerospace \u2014 titanium, Inconel and aluminum parts with AS9100 documentation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":504,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[8],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-505","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-precision-machining"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/505","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=505"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/505\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2940,"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/505\/revisions\/2940"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/504"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=505"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=505"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/precisionam.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=505"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}