AC7114/1S REV.

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Issue Date 2006-11
AUDIT CRITERIA
161 Thorn Hill Road Revision Date 24-May-2023
Warrendale, PA 15086-7527
Editorial Change 18-OCT-2023

Superseding AC7114/1S Rev. O

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SUPPLEMENTAL AUDIT CRITERIA FOR NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING FACILITY
PENETRANT SURVEY
*TO BE USED ON AUDITS STARTING ON OR AFTER 27-AUG-2023*

U1. HONEYWELL SECTION NA

U1.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U1.3.4 Equipment Arrangement

U1.3.4.1 Are all water pressure, water temperature, air pressure and dryer YES NO
temperature gauges installed in such a manner to allow observation of
the gauges by inspection personnel during penetrant processing of
parts? (See HGS1010)

U1.4 PROCEDURES

U1.4.1 NDT Facility Written Procedures

U1.4.1.1.2 Does the procedure indicate approval by a Honeywell approved Level 3 YES NO NA
(SCA)? (See SI-165-01)

U1.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U1.4.2.1.3 If working in accordance with EMS52309, did the Auditee select the YES NO NA
correct penetrant system for inspection of Honeywell product from
Table 2 of EMS52309, in accordance with AMS 2644 only and was it
addressed in either a general or specific procedure? (See EMS52309)

U1.4.2.1.5 If working in accordance with EMS52309, does the procedure address YES NO NA
"Excluded Features"? (See EMS52309)

U1.7 COMPLIANCE

U1.7.4 Inspection Process

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U1.7.4.1.4 Was the sequence of operations approved by the Honeywell-approved YES NO NA

Level 3 (SCA)? (SI-165-01)

U1.7.5 Pre-Cleaning

U1.7.5.1 When working in accordance with EMS52309 is one of the following YES NO NA
cleaning specifications utilized as applicable: C5010 - Vapor
Degreasing; C5049 - Cleaning of Titanium and Titanium Alloys C5098 -
Etching Prior to Penetrant Inspection; C5102 - Cleaning, Degreasing,
Solvent, Semi Aqueous and Aqueous, or as otherwise specified by the
governing Honeywell specification? (See EMS52309).

When working in accordance with Torrance specific drawings requiring

ASTM E1417, Mil-I-6866 and Mil-Std-6866, is EMS92358 used for
processing and C129 specification (Cleaning and Etching Prior to
Penetrant Inspection) used for pre-penetrant etching, unless otherwise
specified by the drawing note or by the governing Honeywell
specification? (See EMS92358)

U1.7.7 Pre-Penetrant Etch

U1.7.7.2 If the Auditee is utilizing an outside source to perform pre-penetrant YES NO NA

etch on Honeywell parts, is there evidence that the source has been
approved by Honeywell? (See SPOC 165.1)

U1.7.7.2 When working in accordance with Torrance specific drawings requiring YES NO NA
ASTM E1417, Mil-I-6866 and Mil-Std-6866, is EMS92358 used for
processing and C129 specification (Cleaning and Etching Prior to
Penetrant Inspection) used for pre-penetrant etching, unless otherwise
specified by the drawing note or by the governing Honeywell
specification? (See EMS92358)

U1.7.7.2 When working in accordance with EMS52309, and abrasive blasting YES NO NA
was used as a cleaning method of aluminum & magnesium castings,
was an etching operation performed prior to penetrant inspection? (See
EMS52309)

When working in accordance with EMS52309, and blending was

performed on rotating components, was a localized or immersion etch
performed of the blend area in accordance with C5098 prior to
reinspection? (See EMS52309)

When working in accordance with EMS52309, if the Auditee is

performing pre-penetrant etch on Honeywell parts, do they have
evidence that they are approved to do so? (See EMS52309)
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When working in accordance with Torrance specific drawings requiring

ASTM E1417, Mil-I-6866 and Mil-Std-6866, is EMS92358 used for
processing and C129 specification (Cleaning and Etching Prior to
Penetrant Inspection) used for pre-penetrant etching, unless otherwise
specified by the drawing note or by the governing Honeywell
specification? (See EMS92358)

When working in accordance with HGS1010, and non-conforming

penetrant indications (such as clustered porosity/micro shrinkage,
cracks, hot tears, cold shuts, and other linear indications) were
removed by blending or grinding, were parts etched prior to re-
inspection? Was the process used for re-inspection at least as sensitive
as the original inspection process? (See HGS1010)

U1.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U1.7.10.1 Were hydro-air nozzles not used for penetrant removal on machined YES NO NA
surfaces or wrought materials? (See HGS1010)

Were hydro-air nozzles not used after immersion wash? (See

HGS1010)

U1.7.15 Inspection Area

U1.7.15.1 If working in accordance with 91547-P6808, and utilizing a UV light YES NO NA

borescope, did the light source provide a minimum illumination of 1,200
µW/cm2 at the inspection surface? (See 91547-P6808)

U1.7.15.2 Are calibrated flat-wire gauges or pin-gauges used for sizing and YES NO NA
evaluating indications? (See HGS1010)

U1.7.16 Evaluation

U1.7.16.4 Did the technician have adequate visual access to see penetrant YES NO NA
indications which may be obscured by geometry constraints or other
physical limitations?

Guidance: A 90-degree line-of-sight to the surface being inspected is

optimal. Viewing angles greater than 45 degrees may result in lowered
inspection reliability and shall be avoided where possible. (See
HGS1010)
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U1.7.16.5 Were rateable/relevant indications/discontinuities evaluated after the YES NO NA

initial developer dwell time as follows?

a. Indications/discontinuities that do not require wiping:

1.Obvious rejectable discontinuities do not need to be wiped and can

be rejected at this point.

2.Excessive background. Clean and reprocess the part(s).

3.Discontinuities determined to be non-rateable/non-relevant in

accordance with the applicable acceptance requirements.

b. For rateable/relevant indications/discontinuities that need to be

wiped:

4.Lightly wipe the rateable/relevant indication/discontinuity in one

direction only with a soft artist-type brush or cotton tipped applicator
dampened with solvent (Acetone or a 50/50 mixture of Acetone and
Alcohol is recommended). See 1.

5.Do not permit solvent to flood the surface. If this occurs then the part
shall be cleaned and re- processed.

6.After the solvent evaporates from the surface evaluate immediately. If

the discontinuity reappears and is of a rejectable size it shall be
rejected without further processing. If the discontinuity is individual and
isolated and is rounded or is an inclusion (rounded or linear), it may be
evaluated against the applicable acceptance criteria without re-
development. See 2. Discontinuity size shall be determined by selecting
the smallest pin or flat-wire gauge that covers the largest dimension of
the discontinuity.

7.For all other discontinuities and for indications/discontinuities that do

not immediately reappear, evaluation shall be made following developer
application and full re-development time. Wait a minimum of ten
minutes for Form [a] developer and three minutes for Form [d]. See 2.

8.Penetrant indications/discontinuities in turbine blades shall be wiped

and re-developed not more than one time each. Unless otherwise
specified, indications in other part types shall not be wiped and re-
developed more than two times each. See 2.

c.Reflective light from secondary sources in the inspection booth (i.e.,

light colored paper, gloves, etc.) shall not interfere with the evaluation
of penetrant indications and during process control checks (see 5.14).

d.During inspection the UV light and white light shall be directed such
that the reflection into the inspector ’s eyes is minimized.

e.Sizing of indications/discontinuities shall be made under UV light only.

Guidance:
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1. Machined surfaces on Aluminum and Magnesium sand and

permanent mold castings may be wiped with a solvent dampened lint
free cloth.

2. Magnification up to 10X may be used for identifying discontinuity type

using either white light or UV light.

(see HGS1010)

U1.7.19 Inspection Status

U1.7.19.1 When working to EMS52309 do the symbols and/or marking methods YES NO NA
conform to MC9014, “Marking of Manufactured Items for Identification
and Information”? (See EMS52309)

U2. PRATT & WHITNEY SECTION NA

U2.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U2.3.2 Material Certification

U2.3.2.1 Test Reports shall include actual values obtained for each test required YES NO
in the applicable PMC/LPMC. See FPM Master Appendix A Para 1.1

U2.4 PROCEDURES

U2.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U2.4.2.1.3 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level, of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO
Developer Form in accordance with FPM Master Supplement only?

U2.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U2.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers Method B (Reused)

U2.5.4.1 If method B is used at this facility, is it prohibited for this Subscriber? YES NO NA

U2.7 COMPLIANCE

U2.7.5 Pre-Cleaning

U2.7.5.1 Aqueous cleaners shall be controlled in accordance with FPM Master, YES NO NA
PWA 36603, and PWA 36604. In addition, for P&WC, cleaning products
shall meet the requirements of CPW 435 when invoked by the part
drawing. Aqueous cleaners other than those listed in PWA 36603 shall
be approved by P&WA and meet the requirements of PWA 36604.
Test data shall be submitted to P&WA for approval prior to use.
Paragraph reference FPM Master para 8.4.1

U2.7.12 Dry Developer Form a

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U2.7.12.1 Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO NA
exceeding 160°F (71°C)? Guidance: Drying time shall be kept to a
minimum and parts not be placed into dryer with pools of water. (FPM
Master paragraph 8.23 and 8.24)

U2.7.14 Non-Aqueous Developer Form d

U2.7.14.1 Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO NA
exceeding 160°F (71°C)?

Guidance: Drying time shall be kept to a minimum and parts not be

placed into dryer with pools of water. (FPM Master paragraph 8.23 and
8.24)

U2.7.16 Evaluation

U2.7.16.5 Parts which have local areas of interfering fluorescent background or YES NO NA
questionable indications shall be evaluated as follows: Dampen a soft
brush or cotton swab with chromate free solvent (e.g. Acetone (PMC
9008), isopropyl alcohol (PMC 9094), MEK (PMC 9076). Remove any
excessive solvent from the brush or cotton swab applicator. Lightly
wipe the area with the dampened brush or cotton swab. Do not permit
solvent to flood or run over surface.

Guidance: Care should be taken as to not wipe the indication too many
times as to lose the indication. If a doubt exists as to the presence and
relevance of the indication the part shall be cleaned and reprocessed.
Allow solvent to evaporate from the surface of the part. If an indication
reappears, evaluate and size the indication. If an indication does not
reappear immediately, evaluate it after 10 minutes development after
applying dry developer or after 3 minutes after applying nonaqueous
developer. Nonaqueous developer, if used, shall be applied in an even
coat, thick enough to be visible but not as to obscure part color.
Paragraph reference FPM Master 9.11, 9.12, 9.13

U3. ROLLS-ROYCE SECTION NA

U3.4 PROCEDURES

U3.4.1 NDT Facility Written Procedures

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U3.4.1.1.6 Do records show that, if used, the penetrant automatic process is YES NO NA
subject to checks at:

a) At the initial set-up of the system.

b) After maintenance of the system.

c) When the system performance has changed or thought to have

changed.

d) When the validation of a new part configuration is done.

Do these checks ensure that:

a) Each process operation agrees with the requirements of the selected

programme.

b) Each process operation is as specified in this specification.

c) The time to do each process operation is ±10% of that specified in

the selected programme.

d) Penetrant is applied over the full area of inspection

(RRP 58003 5.5.14.1, 5.5.14.2 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-920-210-

001 Section 18 E)

U3.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U3.4.2.1.2 When a penetrant classification is specified in an NDT technique YES NO NA

instruction, the instructions for the FPI process can be specified in a
process control chart. When a process control chart is specified it shall:

a) Include all the applicable process information.

b) Be kept up to date and controlled as an extension to the NDT

Technique Instruction.

NA is applicable where no process control charts are used.

Guidance: NDT Techniques Instruction and their related process

control charts do not have to be kept as one document.

(RRP58003 3.3.3, OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-054 Section 4

B)

If a hot dip is used to aid drying, has the Auditee got a specific approval
letter from Rolls-Royce?

If used, is the water temperature 85±10°C (185±18°F) with a maximum

of 20 seconds immersion time? (RRP58003 4.9.1 & OP210 SUBTASK
70-00-00-230-210-077 Section 8 4 A)
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U3.4.2.1.9 Is the pre-cleaning process limited to the use of vapour degreasing, YES NO
aqueous cleaning (including high velocity steam cleaning), etching,
alkaline cleaning or localized spot solvent cleaning? (RRP58003 4.2.5
& OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-110-210-073 Section 7)

Guidance: If localized spot solvent cleaning is used the Auditee shall

have evidence on file that this process has been approved by the Rolls-
Royce Technical Authority. (Not applicable to MRO Auditees.)

Following any aqueous, alkaline cleaning or etching were parts subject

to an oven dry for a minimum of 20 minutes at a minimum of 60ºC
(140ºF) in a hot circulating oven?

(RRP58003 4.3.4 & OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-077 Section 8

A3)

For ovens which use hot air circulation and decreased pressure, is the
set pressure and temperature sufficient to fully dry the part?

Do they operate at a minimum of 40ºC (104ºF) for a minimum of 10

minutes?

Do they operate at a pressure no more than 10mbar?

Is the pressure and temperature controlled for the full drying operation
with calibrated gauges?

(RRP58003 4.3.5 & OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-077 Section 8

A4)

U3.5 Penetrant Process Controls

U3.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers Method B (Reused)

U3.5.4.1 If method B is used at this facility, is it prohibited for this Subscriber? YES NO NA
(RRP58003 1.2.3 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-048 Section
5 G)

U3.5.5 Concentration of Hydrophilic Emulsifiers Method D

U3.5.5.1.3 Is the maximum concentration permitted 20%? (RRP58003 4.7.5 & YES NO NA
OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-076 Section B 4)
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U3.5.5.1.5 Has a new correction graph been created when one or more of the YES NO NA
following parameters have changed?

a) A different refractometer is used

b) The emulsifier manufacturer is changed

c) The type of emulsifier is changed (same manufacturer, different

emulsifier)

(RRP58003 5.4.1.3 & OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-920-210-001 Section

C 2)

U3.5.5.1.9 If spray applications are used at this facility, are they prohibited for this YES NO NA
Subscriber?

Guidance: FPI process areas approved for the use of foam emulsifier
before Revision E of RRP 58003 (21/10/2014) remain valid.

(RRP58003 4.7.1 & OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-170-210-076 Section

B 1)

U3.5.9 Penetrant System Performance

U3.5.9.1.1 Is the penetrant process monitored daily using either a Sherwin PSM5 YES NO
or a Magnaflux 198055 panel or a Five Star Mk II panel (when identified
with PRXX or GRXX) or Hoffmann, or Sherwin KDS panels"?

Guidance: Sherwin KDS panels provided the panel(s) either A or B

meets the initial calibration requirements and have a baseline
photograph.

(RRP58003 Appendix D & OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-920-210-001

Section 18 B.)

U3.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U3.5.10.1.1 Are panels stored immersed in solvent? (See RRP58003 5.5.1.5 & YES NO
OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-920-210-001 Section 18 B)

U3.5.12 Ultra-Violet (UV) Inspection Lamps

U3.5.12.1.2 Is the maximum UV intensity limited to 5000 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (380 YES NO
mm)? (RRP58003 3.5.2.3)

U3.5.13 UV-A LED Inspection Lamps

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U3.5.13.1.6 If LED sources are being used, does the Auditee have a validation YES NO NA
report for each source which indicates that the source complies with
RRES90061? (RRES90061 6.2.1 & OP238 SUBTASK 70-00-00-350-
238-006)

If LED sources are being used, has the Auditee documented when UV
intensity is measured i.e. after switch on before stability or when the
source has reached stability as defined in RRES90061? If the source is
checked before stability do records show that a minimum of 1500
µW/cm2 at 15 inches (38cm) has been achieved? If the source is
checked after stability do records show that a minimum of 1200
µW/cm2 at 15 inches (38cm) has been achieved? (RRP58003 5.5.6.2
& OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-920-210-001 Section 18 B 3)

If LED sources with multiple diodes are being used, is a daily Beam
check performed and documented in accordance with RRP58003 i.e.
demonstration that the beam pattern remains uniform by irradiating a
sufficiently large piece of white paper at the inspection surface.
Variations in intensity shall be gradual and there shall be no discernible
patterning, voids, or bright areas? (RRP58003 5.5.6.3 OP238
SUBTASK 70-00-00-350-238-011 Section 8 E)

If the beam check is performed immediately prior to inspection did the

operators wait a minimum of 1 minute to allow their eyes to adjust?
(RRP58003 5.5.6.4 OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-004 Section
14 E)

U3.6 CALIBRATION

U3.6.5 Air Pressure Indicator

U3.6.5.1.1 Are airlines that are used for initial air dry, and developer removal YES NO NA
operations checked for cleanliness? Is this check done with either a
sheet of white filter paper or a mirror which is put in the flow of the air
for 10 to 20 seconds at a approximate distance of 75mm (3in) from the
nozzle?

(RRP58003 5.5.8.1 OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-920-210-001 Section

C)

U3.7 COMPLIANCE

U3.7.4 Inspection Process

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U3.7.4.1.4 Unless otherwise instructed by the component definition, is final YES NO NA

penetrant inspection performed on the finished component after
completion of machining, heat treatment, and surface processes, etc.,
unless the final shape of the component or a particular process renders
the test impractical. In such cases, is a penetrant inspection carried out
prior to application of the process concerned?

Guidance: Only applicable to new manufacture. A part is in its finished

condition when operations such as machining, heat treatment and
surface finishing / treatment are complete.

(RRP58003 3.4.1 & 3.4.2)

U3.7.5 Pre-Cleaning

U3.7.5.1 Where the FPI process is not continuous from when the parts are YES NO NA
cleaned or etched to when penetrant is applied, are the parts kept in a
satisfactory condition for the FPI?

Guidance: if the parts are not in a satisfactory condition the parts shall
be cleaned and the FPI process started again.

(RRP58003 4.2.7 OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-110-210-073 Section 7)

U3.7.5.2 For manual cleaning systems is the effectiveness of process confirmed YES NO NA
by performing water break tests on the component surface?

(RRP51000 3.4.2.3 & OP102 SUBTASK 70-00-00-110-102-006 Section

8)

If the method of pre-cleaning is using aqueous, alkaline or steam

cleaning is there evidence of substantiation per the requirements of
RRP 58003 Appendix E?

Guidance: The substantiation process consists of the following steps:

a)Setting a Baseline

b)Checking for residual contamination caused by the cleaning process.

c)Checking for removal of contamination caused during the

manufacturing process.

Has a report detailing the substantiation been generated and approved

by a Rolls-Royce Level 3 or Auditee level 3 in accordance with
RRP58000?

(RRP 58003 4.2.3 & Appendix E)

U3.7.8 Penetrant Application

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U3.7.8.4 Is the layer of penetrant on the surface even and free from separation YES NO
or breaks? (RRP58003 4.5.5 OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-075
Section 10)

When penetrant is applied using an automatic spray operation, are the

process control checks in RRP58003 section 5.5.14 performed?

U3.7.8.7 Is the penetrant dwell time including drain time in the range of 10 YES NO
minutes to 4 hours?

Guidance: After 2 hours the penetrant shall be applied again, but after 4
hours the FPI process shall be started again with the pre-cleaning
operation.

(RRP58003 4.5.6 OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-075 Section 10)

U3.7.9 Use of Emulsifier

U3.7.9.4 Is air agitation prohibited? YES NO NA

(RRP58003 4.7.4 & OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-170-210-076 Section

B 3)

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U3.7.10.1 Is penetrant removal performed using one of the following methods: YES NO NA

a) Air / water spray

b) Water spray

c) Immersion water wash followed by and air / water spray.

If using immersion water wash, is satisfactory circulation maintained

and does the tank contain a system to remove contamination?

(RRP58003 4.8.4 & 4.8.5 OP210 SUBTASK 70-00-00-170-210-076

Section A 2)

If a manual water wash is done, is the part illuminated with UV light in

an inspection area with decreased white light to make sure that
fluorescent penetrant that remains can be easily seen?

(RRP 58003 4.8.2)

For manual penetrant lines are the UV light intensity at the wash
surface and ambient white light levels checked weekly or prior to use
and after equipment maintenance?

Guidance: With 20 lux (2 fc) or less white light, have a minimum of 50

μW/cm2 UV light. When more than 20 lux (2 fc) up to a maximum 100
lux (10 fc), have a minimum of 100 μW/cm2 UV light. (RRP 58003
5.5.3)

Is water used for cleaning less than 250 ppm chlorine/chloride? Is a

review of water supply data carried out at least annually? (RRP 58003
3.6.6)

U3.7.11 Developer Application

U3.7.11.5 Is the dwell time (developer contact time) required for form “a” YES NO NA
developer a maximum of 180 minutes? (RRP58003 4.12.1.4. & OP210
SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-070 Section A 4)

U3.7.12 Dry Developer Form a

U3.7.12.1 Is the excess water removed from the part either with, or a combination YES NO NA
of clean dry air, part rotation or by suction?

Where excess water is blown off the part using a dry air blast, was this
done at a maximum pressure of 0.17MPa (25psi) and at a minimum
distance of 300mm (12in)?

(RRP58003 4.10.1 & 4.10.2 SUBTASK 70-00-00-230-210-003 Section

A)

U3.7.16 Evaluation
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U3.7.16.5 If relevant indications are seen, were the indications viewed under YES NO NA
white light with the aid of magnification if required? (RRP58003 4.13.2)

The use of the “wipe off technique” is not mandatory however when it is
used was the following evaluation procedures employed?

Dampen a soft artist type brush or cotton tipped applicator with acetone
or other solvent as agreed directly by Rolls-Royce.

Remove any excessive solvent from the soft artist type brush or cotton
tipped applicator.

Lightly wipe the area with the dampened soft artist type brush or cotton
tipped applicator. Do not permit solvent to flood or run over the surface.
If the indication reappears, evaluate and size the indication. If the
indication does not reappear immediately, apply dry or non-aqueous
developer to the area being evaluated. Following developer application
if the discontinuity reappears is this dis-positioned against the quality
standard and reject if unacceptable?

If no discontinuity reappears then a developer dwell time of 10 minutes

for dry developer or 5 minutes for NAWD should be allowed however at
any time following developer application if an indication becomes
unacceptable then it may be rejected. If the developer contact time
exceeds 60 minutes then the part or area shall be fully reprocessed. If
there is no repeat indication does the inspector remove powder and
examine the area under white light using viewing aids to determine
cause of original indication. If cause cannot be determined then is the
part re-processed? (RRP58003 Appendix C & OP210 SUB TASK 70-
00-00-230-210-078)

U4. LOCKHEED MARTIN SECTION NA

U4.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U4.3.2 Material Certification

U4.3.2.1 Does the manufacturer’s certification conform to the applicable AMS YES NO NA
standard?

U4.4 PROCEDURES

U4.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U4.4.2.1.3 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level, of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO NA
Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644 only? (See ASTM-E-
1417, para. 6.7.2 and 7.8.1)

U4.7 COMPLIANCE

U4.7.3 Customer Specifications

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U4.7.3.3 Does the written procedure prevent examination on a sampling basis YES NO
unless specifically permitted by the contract? (See ASTM-E-1417, para.
6.2)

U4.7.9 Use of Emulsifier

U4.7.9.1 If hydrophilic emulsifier was used, was the dwell time limited to 2 YES NO NA
minutes maximum, and 3 minutes maximum for Lipophilic emulsifiers,
unless otherwise approved by the cognizant engineering organization?
For spray applications, is the concentration kept at or below 5%. (See
ASTM-E-1417, para. 7.3.2.1, 7.3.4.2 and 7.8.2.6)

U4.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U4.7.10.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or YES NO
prior to use? (See ASTM-E-1417, Table 1)

U4.7.12 Dry Developer Form a

U4.7.12.1 Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO NA
exceeding 160°F (71°C)? (See ASTM-E-1417, para. 6.6.2)

U4.7.14 Non-Aqueous Developer Form d

U4.7.14.1 Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO NA
exceeding 160°F (70°C)? (See ASTM-E-1417, para. 6.6.2)

U5. AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SECTION NA

U5.4 PROCEDURES

U5.4.1 NDT Facility Written Procedures

U5.4.1.1.2 For critical parts - Does the procedure indicate validation by Airbus YES NO NA
Helicopters Level 3 or designated Person?

Guidance: (Designated Person officially nominated by Airbus

Helicopters Responsible Level 3)

U54.1.1.2.1 For Blanks in the scope of Build to Print - Safety class critical or YES NO NA
important - Does the procedure indicate validation by Airbus
Helicopters Level 3 or designated Person?

Guidance: (Designated Person officially nominated by Airbus

Helicopters Responsible Level 3)

U5.7 COMPLIANCE

U5.7.5 Pre-Cleaning

U5.7.5.1 Do the cleaning materials, sequence, times, concentrations, and YES NO

temperatures, meet Airbus Helicopters requirements in accordance with
EI 070-09-039 or EI 078-10-009?
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U5.7.15 Inspection Area

U5.7.15.1 Is the magnification/viewing in accordance with EI 070-09-023 or EI YES NO NA

078-10-009?

U5.7.16 Evaluation

U5.7.16.3 For Type I inspection, was the light intensity at the inspection surface at YES NO
the time of this survey at least 1500 μW/cm2?

U6. ROLLS-ROYCE CORPORATION (REFER TO U3 SUPPLEMENTAL

SECTION NA
QUESTIONS)

U7. MTU AERO ENGINES SECTION NA

U7.4 PROCEDURES

U7.4.1 Pre-Cleaning

U7.4.1.1 Are parts being cleaned in accordance with applicable work instructions YES NO NA
/ procedure? (MTV1030-5, Clause 4.1.7.3)

Guidance: If parts are cleaned by raw material manufacturers of

castings or forgings without any machining, the technical requirements
as per clause 4.1 are required only. If cleaning is replaced by heat
treatment etching or abrasive Blasting (MTV1030-1 Para. 9), which has
to be approved by MTU, the requirements of MTV1030-5 are not
applicable.

U7.4.1.1.1 Are the used aqueous cleaners / alkaline degreaser approved as per YES NO NA
ARP1755 category 10 or 11 and ASTM F945 (ASTM F945 is only
necessary if the cleaning agents are used to clean titanium materials)?
(MTV1030-5, Clause 4.1.1 & 4.1.2)

U7.4.1.1.2 Unless otherwise agreed by MTU Technical authority, if a manual YES NO NA

cleaning system is used is the effectiveness of the process confirmed
by performing a water break test on the component surface?
(MTV1030-5, Clause 4.1.4.1)

U7.4.1.1.3 Are temperature indicators, temperature and time controls for process YES NO NA
bathes, dryings ovens and timers calibrated? (MTV1030-5, Clause
4.1.7.1)

U7.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U7.4.2.1.2 Is the dwell time a minimum of 15 minutes for Aluminum and YES NO
Magnesium, and 30 minutes for all other materials?

U7.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U7.5.6 Dry Developer Characteristics Form a

U7.5.6.1.6 Has the electrostatic efficiency been checked daily with an aluminium YES NO NA
tube? (See MTV1030-1 Para 12.5)
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U7.5.7 Known Defect Standard

U7.5.7.1 Are TAM Panels 146040 used for the process control in accordance to YES NO NA
MTV1030-1 Para. 12.3?

U7.5.7.2 Are TAM Panels 146040 initially calibrated in accordance to MTV1030- YES NO NA
1 Para. 12.4.2?

U7.5.8 Ultra-Violet (UV) Inspection Lamps

U7.5.8.1 Is the maximum UV intensity limited to 5000 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (380 YES NO NA
mm)? (MTV1030-1 Para. 12.2.1)

U7.7 COMPLIANCE

U7.7.8 Penetrant Application

U7.7.8.3 For critical parts inspected with the post emulsified penetrant system YES NO NA
Level 4 (ultrahigh), was the pre-cleaning of parts prior to FPI followed
by an oven drying with 266°F (130°C) +/- 9°F (+/- 5°C) for 30 minutes?
( MTV1030-1 Para. 11.1.3)

U7.7.9 Use of Emulsifier

U7.7.9.1 Is the minimum required dwell time adequate for surface penetrant YES NO NA
removal and not exceeding 90 seconds? For spray applications, is the
concentration kept at or below 5%? (MTV1030-1 Para. 11.2.4.2.2.1 and
MTV1030-3 Para. 3.2.6)

U7.8.1 Inspection Area

U7.8.1.1 Are gauges used to determine the defect size in accordance to YES NO NA
MTV1030-1 Para. 16.1?

Guidance: Transparent comparators may only be used if they can be

laid directly on the surface. If it is not possible to lay transparent
comparators on the surface due to the part geometry, feeler gages shall
be used.

U7.7.12 Dry Developer Form a

U7.7.12.2 For finished surfaces of critical class 1A parts, the developer shall be YES NO NA
applied with an electrostatic system? (See MTV1030-1 Para 11.2.7.1)

U8. AIRBUS COMMERCIAL AIRCRAFT SECTION NA

U8.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U8.3.2 Material and Equipment

U8.3.2.1 Are the NDT chemicals approved to AMS 2644 and supplied from one YES NO
manufacturer only? (AITM 6-1001 para 7.2)

U8.5 Penetrant Process Controls

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U8.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers Method B (Reused)

U8.5.4.1 If method B is used at this facility, is it prohibited for this Subscriber? YES NO NA
(AITM 6-1001 Annex C.1.2)

U8.5.13 UV-A LED Inspection Lamps

U8.5.13.1.6 1. Are LED Inspection lamps operating at a minimum of 1200µW/cm2@ YES NO NA

38cm? (AITM 6-1001 para 7.1.3.1.1)

2. Is the LED lamp stability time controlled (The time from initial switch
on to the point of output stability as detailed by the lamp manufacture)?
(AITM 6-1001 para 7.1.3.1.1)

3. Is there a manufactures certificate available for each LED Lamp

demonstrating compliance to AITM 6-1001 para 7.1.3.1.10?

U8.7 COMPLIANCE

U8.7.7 Pre-Penetrant Etch

U8.7.7.1 Are all parts etched prior to test? (AITM 6-1001 paragraph 9 and Annex YES NO NA
E. ABP 6-5230 paragraph 9.2 and Appendix A)

U8.7.8 Penetrant Application

U8.7.8.3 Following any aqueous pre-cleaning, etching etc., are all parts dried in YES NO NA
an air circulating oven as follows: 140°F (50°C) to 174°F (79°C) for a
minimum of 45 minutes or 176°F (80°C) to 194°F(90°C) for a minimum
of 30 minutes? (AITM 6-1001, Table 1)

U8.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U8.7.10.5 Is it ensured that the ambient white light in the wash off area does not YES NO
exceed 150 Lux and the UV-A light has a minimum value of UV-A 300
microwatts/cm2? (AITM 6-1001 para 11.3)

U8.7.10.7 Are the air and water pressure on the hydro air nozzle controlled to 25 YES NO NA
psi (170 kPa) maximum? (AITM 6-1001, Para 7.1.2)

U8.7.12 Dry Developer Form a

U8.7.12.1 Are parts dried in accordance with AITM 6-1001, para 7.1.4.2? YES NO NA

U8.7.14 Non-Aqueous Developer Form d

U8.7.14.1 Are parts dried in accordance with AITM 6-1001, table 2? YES NO NA

U8.7.16 Evaluation

U8.7.16.1 When working under UV-A light, does the operator allow at least one YES NO
minute eye adaption time when returning to darkened UV-A conditions?
(AITM 6-1001 para 11.6.1)
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U9. TEXTRON AVIATION SECTION NA

U9.4 PROCEDURES

U9.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U9.4.2.1.3 Unless otherwise specified on the applicable drawing, is Type 1, YES NO NA

Sensitivity Level 2 or higher penetrant used on castings in the “As
Cast” condition and Type 1, Sensitivity Level 3 used on all other detail
parts? (BS25691, para. 3.5.26)
Is Table 10 of BS25691 applied when there is no acceptance criteria
U9.4.2.1.6 specified on the Engineering drawing? (BS25691 para. 3.5.26) YES NO NA

U9.4.2.1.11 Does the etch process remove a minimum of .0002” from surfaces to YES NO NA
be inspected? (BS25691 para. 3.5.7)

U9.7 COMPLIANCE

U9.7.3 Customer Specifications

U9.7.3.1 Where a specification (e.g. MIL-STD-1907) is referenced on the YES NO NA

Engineering drawing and no specific criteria or requirements are called
out, does the Auditee ensure the requirements of BS25691 take
precedence over the reference document? (BS25691 para. 1.2)

U9.7.12 Dry Developer Form a

U9.7.12.1 Are parts dried, with a temperature not exceeding 160°F (71°C)? YES NO
(CSTI002 para. 7.3.1)

U10. GE AVIATION SECTION NA

U10.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U10.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U10.5.10.1.2 Is a degradation check performed for the known defect standard at YES NO
least monthly?

U10.7 COMPLIANCE

U10.7.4 Inspection Process

U10.7.4.1.4 Is final penetrant inspection performed before surface coatings such as YES NO NA
paint, primer, anodize, plating, and thermal barrier are applied?

Guidance: Final penetrant inspection may be performed after

conversion coatings are applied provided that preparation for the
coating included an etch. Chrome plated surfaces shall be inspected
after final grinding only when specifically required by the drawing. (See
P3TF2 rev S-29 para 3.11.2)
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U10.7.7 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U10.7.7.2 Are any etching sources utilized, internal or external, approved by GE YES NO NA
Aviation?

U10.7.8 Penetrant Application

U10.7.8.5 Was the use of solvents (Method C) limited to localized inspection of YES NO NA
the following operations? (See P3TF2 rev S-29 para 4.4.3.1)

(a) Welds which are hard to reach after the component is completely
assembled.

(b) Welds of tubing and small hardware completed after heat treatment
of the major component.

(c) Areas of re-inspection.

(d) Areas of assemblies or other miscellaneous applications after prior

approval by the Purchaser.

U10.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U10.7.10.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or YES NO
prior to use?

U10.7.15 Inspection Area

U10.7.15.2 Is the size of indications determined through the use of calibrated feeler YES NO
gauges or calibrated pin gauges with an accuracy of +/- 0.002 inches?

Guidance: Gauges shall be placed directly over the indication to assess

size. The smallest feeler gauge/ pin gauge that completely covers the
indication shall be used to determine size. Gauge sizes must be within
+/- 0.0025 inches of acceptance criteria. Other measurement devices
may be used with prior Purchaser approval. (See P3TF2 rev S-29 para
4.7.3.3)

U10.7.16 Evaluation

U10.7.16.3 If a UV light borescope is used for final inspection of hardware, is a YES NO NA

minimum intensity of 1200 micro watts/cm2 obtained when measured at
a distance no closer than that used for inspection?

U10.7.16.4 If inspection is done to P3TF47, is all equipment utilized required to YES NO NA

give at least a 45 degree line of sight to the viewing area?

U10.7.16.6 Were all linear indications redeveloped with a dwell time at least 10 YES NO NA
minutes? (See P3TF2 rev s-29 para 4.7.3.2)
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U10.7.16.10 For all parts made from aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys; for YES NO NA
all P8TF3 Cl-A and Cl-B tube welds; and for all parts inspected to a
level 3 or level 4 sensitivity, were all areas blended or machined to
remove indications etched per P4TF8 (or P3TF25 for Titanium) prior to
re-inspection? (See P3TF2 rev s-29 para 4.7.5.2)

U11. THE BOEING COMPANY SECTION NA

U11.4 PROCEDURES

U11.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U11.4.2.1.11 Are the processes used for cleaning and etching either: Boeing process YES NO
specifications - when specifically required by the referencing
specification to be; or processes that have been checked to not cause
end grain pitting (EGP) in excess of 0.001 inch and intergranular attack
(IGA) in excess of 0.0002 inch when tested according to BSS 7219?
(See BSS 7039 Section 7.1.3 and specifications that require BSS 7039
for this: example BAC 5423)

U11.7 COMPLIANCE

U11.7.3 Customer Specifications

U11.7.3.4 Does the Auditee submit and use Boeing approved procedures / YES NO NA
techniques when inspecting per PS 21202 or to DPS 4.707 when used
on C17 parts? (Submittal requirement for PS 21202 is defined in and
flowed contractually by Boeing St. Louis via SQ Memo 9800-1 NDT.
Submittal requirement for DPS 4.707 used on C-17 parts is by drawing
callout for DPS4.747.)

If a Boeing job was processed has the Boeing D1-4426 website been
checked to verify approval for the compliance job presented?

Guidance: It does not have to cover all Boeing approvals – only for the
compliance job(s) presented.

U11.7.7 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U11.7.7.1 If smeared metal exists, are parts etched 0.0002-inch minimum per YES NO NA
surface?

Guidance: certain processes such as abrasive blasting, glass bead

cleaning, or heavy sanding (sanding belt) require etching of 0.0004 inch
minimum for hard metals such as steel and 0.0015 to 0.002 inch for all
other non-ferrous metals. Unless otherwise allowed by drawing or
specification. (See BSS 7039 Section 7.1.3 and specifications that
require BSS 7039 for this. Example: BAC 5423.)

U11.7.8 Penetrant Application

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U11.7.8.1 Is the Auditee able to explain or demonstrate how they monitor YES NO
temperature? (Reference: BSS 7039 and specifications requiring BSS
7039. Example: BAC 5423)

Guidance: the method or methodology for assuring this is left up to the

Auditee - dependent on the facility, conditions and/or methods being
used. Records are not required.

U11.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U11.7.10.5 Is the UV light intensity at the wash surface at least 100 microwatts / YES NO
cm2 with white light at 10 foot-candles or less or at least 50 microwatts /
cm2 with white light at 2 foot-candles or less? (See BSS 7039 Sections
7.2.4 and specifications that require BSS 7039 for this. Example: BAC
5423)

U11.7.12.1 Are parts dried so that the part temperature does not exceed 160°F YES NO
(71°C)? (See BSS 7039 Section 7.2.5 and specifications that require
use of BSS 7039 for this)

U11.7.13 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

U11.7.13.3 Are parts dried so that the part temperature does not exceed 160°F YES NO NA
(71°C)? (See BSS 7039 Section 7.2.5 and specifications that require
use if BSS 7039)

U11.7.14 Non-Aqueous Developer (Form d)

U11.4.14.1 Are parts dried so that the part temperature does not exceed 160°F YES NO NA
(71°C)? (See BSS 7039 Section 7.2.5 and specifications that require
use if BSS 7039)

U12. LEONARDO S.P.A. DIVISIONE VELIVOLI SECTION NA

U13. BOMBARDIER, INC. SECTION NA

U13.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U13.3.4 Equipment Arrangement

U13.3.4.1 Is the rinsing station built in a manner to allow and achieve the required YES NO
distance for adequate rinsing?

Are all tanks and chambers properly identified as to their purpose or

contents? (BAPS176-002 Paragraph 4)

U13.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U13.4.2.1.3 If working in accordance with BAPS176-002, did the Auditee select the YES NO NA
correct penetrant system for inspection of Bombardier product from
Table 3 of BAPS176-002 Paragraph 9.3, in accordance with AMS 2644
only and was it addressed in either a general or specific procedure?

U14. SAFRAN SECTION NA

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U14.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U14.3.2 Material Certification

U14.3.2.1 Are the consumable products (type and concentration) used in YES NO
conformance with SAFRAN Pr5000; or other applicable SAFRAN
related company specification?

U14.7 COMPLIANCE

U14.7.16 Evaluation

U14.7.16.3 For Type I inspection, was the light intensity at the inspection surface at YES NO NA
the time of this survey at least 1500 μW/cm2?

U14.7.16.5 Were relevant indications properly evaluated in accordance with YES NO NA

Pr5000, DMC0010 or other applicable SAFRAN related company
specification?

U15. BAE SYSTEMS - AIR SECTION NA

U16. BELL HELICOPTER SECTION NA

U16.7 COMPLIANCE

U16.7.5 Pre-Cleaning

U16.7.5.2 The use of halogenated solvent remover or Halogenated non-aqueous YES NO NA

developer is prohibited on titanium or nickel-based alloys. (See
BPS4089 para 4.2.5.2.1)

U16.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U16.7.10.6 When water washable penetrant is used, is the total rinse time kept to YES NO NA
10 minutes or less? (Guidance: The total rinse time is defined as the
beginning of the rinse operation until the parts enter the drying oven)
(See BPS4089 para 4.2.11.1)

U16.7.11 Developer Application

U16.7.11.1 The use of halogenated solvent remover or Halogenated non-aqueous YES NO NA

developer is prohibited on titanium or nickel-based alloys. (See
BPS4089 para 4.1.2)

U16.7.12 Dry Developer (Form a)

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U16.7.12.1 Is drying controlled per the following? YES NO NA

a) Is the drying oven temperature at least 120F and not in excess of

160F for Method A penetrants, and between 100F and 160F for
Methods B and D? (See BPS4089 para 6.1.11)

b) Is the drying oven equipped with a safety shut-off, visible alarm, or

audible alarm which operates should the oven temperature exceed 160
degree F? (See BPS4089 para 2.1.4.1)

c) Are parts oven dried and not air dried unless due to equipment
failure and only if parts were processed using method B or method D
penetrant? (See BPS4089 para 2.1.4.1)

U17. SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT SECTION NA

U17.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U17.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers Method B (Reused)

U17.5.4.1 Is the use of Method B authorized? Was the Method B system reviewed YES NO NA
and approved by Sikorsky Aircraft Product Integrity Level III?

(See SS8806, Rev16, Table 1, NOTE 2)

U17.5.9 Penetrant System Performance

U17.5.9.1.7 Is the penetrant system performance checked at least before each shift YES NO NA
or prior to use and do the crack specimens used to monitor system
performance contain a minimum of five cracks varying in size to provide
a good baseline for comparison and is there a separate crack specimen
for each penetrant system in use? (SS8806,Rev 16, Para 4.5)

U17.5.12 Ultra-Violet (UV) Inspection Lamps

U17.5.12.1.3 If an ultra-violet light borescope is used for final inspection of hardware, YES NO NA
is a minimum intensity of 1200 micro watts/cm2 obtained when
measured at the inspection surface and at a distance of 1.5”? (See
SS8806, Rev 16, Para 3.3.2.4, 4.2.4.2)

U17.6 CALIBRATION

U17.6.2 Ultra-Violet (UV) Light meters

U17.6.2.1.4 Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually? (See YES NO
SS8806, Rev 16, Table V)

U17.6.3 White Light Meters

U17.6.3.1.4 Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually? (See YES NO
SS8806, Rev 16, Table V)

U17.7 COMPLIANCE
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U17.7.3 Customer Specifications

U17.7.3.4 Are techniques for Flight Safety Parts and SS8813 Class 1A or 1B YES NO NA
parts approved by Sikorsky Product Integrity Level 3 on form SA6137?
(See SS8806, Rev 16, Para 3.1.2.1)

U17.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U17.7.10.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least at the start of YES NO NA
each shift, or prior to use? (See SS8806, Rev 16, Para 4.2.2 & Table V)

U17.7.12 Dry Developer (Form a)

U17.7.12.1 Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO NA
exceeding 160°F (70°C)? (See SS8806, Rev 16, Para 3.3.2.3)

Guidance: Drying time shall be only long enough to adequately dry the
part but shall not exceed 30 minutes. (See SS8806 Rev. 16 Para
3.6.4.10c)

U17.7.13 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

U17.7.13.3 Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO NA
exceeding 160°F (70°C)? Guidance: Drying time shall be only long
enough to adequately dry the part but shall not exceed 30 minutes.
(See SS8806, Rev 16,Para 3.6.4.10c)

U17.7.16 Evaluation

U17.7.16.3 If working with a UV light borescope, did the light source provide a YES NO NA
minimum illumination of 1,200 μW/cm2 at the inspection surface? (See
SS8806, Rev 16, Para 3.3.2.4)

U17.7.16.5 Were the following evaluation procedures followed? YES NO NA

Guidance This procedure may be performed twice for any given

indication. Dampen a soft brush or cotton swab with a chromate free
solvent. Remove any excessive solvent from the bristles or cotton swab
applicator. Lightly wipe the area with the dampened brush or cotton
swab. Do not permit solvent to flood or run over the surface. Allow
solvent to evaporate from the surface of the part. If the indication
reappears, evaluate and size the indication. If the indication does not
reappear immediately, apply dry or non-aqueous developer to the area
being evaluated. Allow up to 10 minutes for the indication to develop. 3-
10X magnification shall be used to determine the type of discontinuity
(See SS8806 Rev 16, Para 3.6.6)

U18. COLLINS AEROSPACE (HAMILTON SUNDSTRAND) SECTION NA

U19. (NO LONGER A SUBSCRIBER) SECTION NA

U20. GKN AEROSPACE SWEDEN SECTION NA

U21. EATON AEROSPACE GROUP SECTION NA

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U21.4 PROCEDURES

U21.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U21.4.2.1.11 When required by the engineering drawing, is etching performed in YES NO NA

accordance with a procedure approved by Eaton Aerospace prior to
fluorescent penetrant inspection when cleaning, machining, grinding,
mechanical surface treatment or service usage could produce a
condition that degrades the effectiveness of the penetrant inspection.
(See ACES2600, 8.2.1.5)

U21.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U21.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U21.5.10.1.2 Is a degradation check performed for the known defect standard at YES NO
least monthly? (See ACES2600, Paragraph 7.11)

U21.7 COMPLIANCE

U21.7.4 Inspection Process

U21.7.4.1.4 Is final penetrant inspection performed prior to the application of YES NO

surface coatings such as paint, primer, anodize, plating, and thermal
barriers, and subsequent to operations that could cause or expose
surface indications, i.e., heat treat, grinding, welding, straightening, and
machining? Chrome plated surfaces shall be inspected after final
grinding only when specifically required by the drawing. (See
ACES2600, 8.1)

U21.7.7 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U21.7.7.1 When penetrant defects are removed by benching/grinding, is a local YES NO NA

etch in accordance with an approved procedure conducted to remove
any smeared metal. (See ACES2600, 8.2.1.5)

U21.7.8 Penetrant Application

U21.7.8.5 Was a Type I, Method A, Level 3 penetrant used? (See ACES2600, YES NO
Paragraph 5.2)

U21.7.8.8 If it is observed that penetrant on test part surfaces has been allowed to YES NO NA
dry, were all traces of dried penetrant removed using an appropriate
cleaning method and were parts reprocessed? (See ACES2600,
Paragraph 8.4.5)

U21.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U21.7.10.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or YES NO NA
prior to use? (See ACES2600, Paragraph 7.6)
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U21.7.10.5 When measured ambient white light is ≤ 2 fc (20 lux), is there a YES NO NA
minimum of 50 µw/cm² of UV light available at the part surface, or when
measured ambient light is > 2 and ≤ 10 fc (20 and 100 lux), is there a
minimum of 100 µw/cm² of UV light available at the part surface? (See
ACES2600, Paragraph 7.7.2 and 7.7.4)

U21.7.10.7 Is the use of a hydro-air nozzle prohibited from use on Eaton YES NO NA
Aerospace parts? (See ACES2600, 8.5)

U21.7.11 Developer Application

U21.7.11.5 Is the dwell time required for Form a developer a maximum of 2 hours? YES NO NA
(See ACES2600, Table II)

U21.7.12 Dry Developer (Form a)

U21.7.12.1 Are parts dried in a forced air recirculating drying oven, maintained at YES NO NA
+160°F maximum? (See ACES2600, 6.2, b & 8.6)

U21.7.15 Inspection Area

U21.7.15.2 Are calibrated pin gauges, overlay templates and/or comparators with YES NO
dimensioned linear and/or rounded, black or fluorescent features
available and used to aide in evaluating discontinuity size? (See
ACES2600, 8.8.6)

U21.7.18 Inspector Qualification

U21.7.18.1 Were all personnel making product acceptance decisions certified to at YES NO
least Level 2 in the Liquid Penetrant Method of NDT in accordance with
NAS410? (See ACES2600, 8.8.1)

U22. LEONARDO HELICOPTERS SECTION NA

U22.4 PROCEDURES

U22.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U22.4.2.1.2 Are processing parameters compliant to AWPS006X Table1 or YES NO

AWPS006X Appendix A Tables 1 and 2 as applicable?

U22.4.2.1.2.1 Are components, penetrant and ambient temperatures maintained YES NO

within the range of 10°C to 45°C?

(AWPS006X paragraph 4.2)

U22.4.2.1.3 Was the penetrant system selected in accordance with AWPS006X YES NO
Table1 or / AWPS006X Appendix A Tables 1 and 2 as applicable?

U22.4.2.1.9 Is pre and post-examination cleaning performed in accordance with YES NO

STA100-81-38 or WHPS256?

(AWPS006X paragraphs 4.1.1 and 4.8)

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U22.4.2.1.11 In case of pre-penetrant etching, are the parts processed in YES NO NA

accordance with WHPS256 para.16 or AWSP006X Appendix B as
applicable?

If etching process is performed on critical parts (see AWPS006X

paragraph 3.5 for classification of critical parts), was it approved by
Leonardo Helicopters Engineering?

(AWPS006X paragraphs 4.1.4)

U22.5 PROCEDURE – PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROL

U22.5.9 Penetrant System Performance

U22.5.9.1.7 Is the penetrant system performance checked at least on every shift? YES NO

(AWPS006X Table 7)

U22.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U22.5.10.1.1 Are Panels stored immersed as per AWPS006X paragraph 6.3.1? YES NO

U22.5.12 Ultra-Violet (UV) Inspection Lamps

U22.5.12.1.3 If a UV light borescope is used for the final inspection of hardware, is a YES NO NA
minimum intensity of 1200μW/cm² obtained at the working surface?

(AWPS006X paragraph 3.4.4)

U22.5.13 UV-A LED Inspection Lamps

U22 5.13.1.2 When UV-A LED lamp is used, is there evidence that it ensures: YES NO

•a minimum irradiance of 1500 μW/cm² at a distance of 38 cm at lamp

switch-on (before stabilisation),

•a maximum irradiance of 5000 μW/cm² at 38 cm,

•on the manufacturer certificate, a maximum irradiance drop of 20%

after stabilisation in the full operating temperature range?

(AWPS006X paragraphs 6.3.13 and 3.4.4)

U22.6 CALIBRATION
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U22.6.2 Ultra-Violet (UV) Light Meters

U22.6.2.1.4 Is the calibration of the meter carried out at least semi-annually in YES NO
accordance with AWIS072A?

(AWPS006X Table 7 and paragraph 6.2.1)

U22.6.3 White Light meters

U22.6.3.1.4 Is the calibration of the meter carried out at least semi-annually in YES NO
accordance with AWIS072A?

(AWPS006X Table 7 and paragraph 6.2.1)

U22.6.4 Water Pressure Indicator

U22.6.4.1.1 Are water pressure indicators calibrated to a tolerance of ±10% of the YES NO
standard reading?

(AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1)

U22.6.5 Air Pressure Indicator

U22.6.5.1.1 Are air pressure indicators calibrated to a tolerance of ±10% of the YES NO
standard reading?

(AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1)

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U22.6.6 Water Temperature Indicators

U22.6.6.1.1 Are water temperature indicators calibrated to a tolerance of ±2°C of YES NO NA

the standard reading?

(AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1)

U22.6.7 Timing Devices

U22.6.7.1.1 Are timing devices accurate to within ±10% of the standard reading? YES NO NA

(AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1)

U22.7 COMPLIANCE

U22.7.3 Customer Specifications

U22.7.3.4 Are the Work Instructions for critical parts (see AWPS006X paragraph YES NO
3.5 for classification of parts) also approved by the Level 3 of the
relevant Leonardo Helicopters Centre of Excellence prior to processing
of production parts?

(AWPS006X paragraph 3.5)

U22.7.8 Penetrant Application

U22.7.8.1 Are components, penetrant, and ambient temperatures maintained YES NO

within the range of 10°C to 45°C?

(AWPS006X paragraph 4.2)

U22.7.10 Penetrant Removal

U22.7.10.5 Is the UV-A light intensity a minimum of 100µW/cm² on the working YES NO
surface and the ambient white light intensity a maximum of 100 Lux?

(AWPS006X paragraph 3.4.2)

U22.7.12 Dry Developer (Form a)

U22.7.12.1 Are parts dried in an air-circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO
exceeding 70°C (excess water may be removed prior to parts being
inserted in the oven, using compressed filtered air with pressure not
exceeding 25psi)?

(AWPS006X paragraphs 3.4.2, 3.4.3 and 4.4)

U22.7.13 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

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U22.7.13.3 Are parts dried in an air-circulating oven, with a temperature not YES NO
exceeding 70°C (excess water/developer may be removed prior to
parts being inserted in the oven, using compressed filtered air with
pressure not exceeding 25psi)?

(AWPS006X paragraphs 3.4.2, 3.4.3 and 4.4)

U22.7.16 Evaluation

U22.7.16.2 When using form a developer in lieu of forms b & c for the inspection of YES NO
Leonardo Helicopters parts with smooth highly finished and reflecting
surfaces, does the inspector wear UV filtering eye glasses for viewing
the processed parts?

(AWPS006X Table 1 Note 3)

U22.7.16.3 For UV-A LED lamps connected to the mains, was the irradiance YES NO NA
checked at least 1500 μW/cm2 at switch-on?

For UV-A-LED lamps not connected to the mains (battery powered),

was the irradiance checked at lamp switch on (at least 1500 µW/cm²)
and before switch-off (at least 1200 µW/cm²)?

(AWPS006X paragraph 6.3.13)

U23. RAYTHEON COMPANY SECTION NA

U24. COMAC SECTION NA

U25. LIEBHERR-AEROSPACE SECTION NA

U25.4.2. Is there evidence that defect description e.g. LAT7-4910P11, LAT7-

YES NO NA
4910P2, is flown down to shop papers? (please state which)

U25.4.2.1.9 Do the Auditee specifications require a water break free test in

YES NO NA
accordance with LAT4-0020?

U25.7.16.5 Is the wipe off technique performed acc. to LAT7-4910P0,P2 or P11? YES NO NA

U26. COLLINS AEROSPACE (GOODRICH) SECTION NA

U27. COLLINS AEROSPACE (ROCKWELL COLLINS) SECTION NA

U28. AIRBUS CANADA SECTION NA

U28.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U28.3.3 Material Identification

U28.3.3.1 Are all tanks and chambers properly identified as to their purpose or YES NO
contents?

Ref: A2PS176-002 Paragraph 4

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U28.3.4 Equipment Arrangement

U28.3.4.1 Is the rinsing station built in a manner to allow and achieve the required YES NO
distance of 12 inches / 30cm for adequate rinsing?

Ref: A2PS176-002 Paragraph 4 and table 1 sequence G

U28.4 PROCEDURES

U28.4.2 Technique, Data Card, or Instruction

U28.4.2.1.3 If working in accordance with Airbus A220 standard, did the Auditee YES NO
select the correct penetrant system for the inspection of Airbus A220
product in accordance with AMS 2644?

Ref: A2PS176-002 paragraph 6.1.1, 9.3 and Table 3

U28.4.2.1.11 If working in accordance with Airbus A220 standard, does the Auditee YES NO
have a documented procedure relating to the requirements for close
tolerances surfaces or drilled holes?

Ref: A2PS176-002 paragraph 9.4.2

29. SCOPE

These Audit Criteria shall be used as a Nadcap Subscriber supplement

to PRI AC7114/1 for Auditees with Nondestructive Testing Facilities
that are seeking Penetrant accreditation. Only the questions that
pertain to Subscriber supplemental criteria shall be found within this
Audit Criteria. Only those Auditees, who are approved by or have
specific written authorization from, a particular Subscriber, shall be
permitted to be audited to that Subscriber’s supplemental criteria.

30. GENERAL INFORMATION

In completing this assessment, Auditors are instructed to respond with

a "Yes” or “No" to address compliance with each statement of
requirement. (For any negative responses, the Auditor must clearly
indicate in the NCR if the “No" reflects noncompliance with respect to
existence, adequacy, and/or compliance. Existence relates to evidence
of a documented procedure or policy, adequacy relates to the
completeness of the procedure or policy, and compliance relates to
evidence of effective implementation). The Auditor shall only apply the
questions in this Audit Criteria to the Auditees who specify the
Subscriber / End Users identified herein.

U1 - Honeywell U15 – BAE Systems - Air

U2 – Pratt & Whitney U16 - Bell Helicopter

U3 - Rolls Royce U17 - Sikorsky Aircraft

U4 - Lockheed Martin U18 – Collins Aerospace

(Hamilton Sundstrand)
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U5 - Airbus Helicopters U19 – (no longer a subscriber)

U6 - Rolls Royce Corporation U20– GKN Aerospace Sweden

(refer to U3 Supplemental
questions)

U7 – MTU Aero Engines U21 – Eaton Aerospace Group

U8 - Airbus Commercial Aircraft U22 - Leonardo Helicopters

U9 - Textron Aviation U23 – Raytheon Company

U10 - GE Aviation U24 - COMAC

U11 - The Boeing Company U25 – Liebherr Aerospace

U12 – Leonardo S.P.A. Divisione U26 – Collins Aerospace

Velivoli (Goodrich)

U13 – Bombardier, Inc. U27 - Collins Aerospace

(Rockwell Collins)

U14 - SAFRAN U28 – Airbus Canada

Each question in this Audit Criteria must be addressed only in so far as

it pertains to each applicable Subscriber Member who is represented at
that question, shall be answered once. All negative responses require a
Nonconformance Report (NCR) with the Auditor indicating the specific
Subscriber requirement that was violated. Not Applicable (NA)
responses do not require an explanation as they indicate that no
Subscriber Member requirement is addressed at that question or that
the process identified is not utilized.