This SAE Aerospace Standard (AS) establishes the requirements for beaded fluid connection fittings (see Section 6) for use in all types of fluid systems. Classification: Fittings shall be furnished in the types and styles designated by the applicable AN or other engineering standard drawings. This specification is the same as MIL-F-5509 as applicable to beaded fittings except for updated materials and process specifications and industry coordinated general improvements. It is intended to serve as a procurement specification for the fittings described herein and in Section 6.