Titanium is widely recognized in aerospace manufacturing for its ability to retain strength, corrosion resistance, and structural stability under the various stresses commonly encountered during flight and ground operations. In the early stages of aerospace production, titanium alloy bars are typically supplied as semi-finished stock that is subsequently forged or machined into finished or near-net-shape components. For buyers evaluating titanium alloy bar metals, this blog will examine aerospace components that are commonly forged from these bars, discuss trade-offs that can limit their use, and explain how material conformance can be verified prior to production.