AC7114/1S REV.

L Δ3
Issued 2006-11
AUDIT CRITERIA
Revision Date 21-SEP-2017
161Thorn Hill Road
Warrendale, PA 15086-7527 Editorial ‘Δ’ Change 05-MAR-2018

Superseding AC7114/1S Rev. K

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AUDIT CRITERIA FOR
SUPPLEMENTAL AUDIT CRITERIA FOR NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING FACILITY
PENETRANT SURVEY

*TO BE USED ON AUDITS STARTING ON OR AFTER 31-DEC-2017*

U1. HONEYWELL SECTION NA

U1.4 PROCEDURES

U1.4.2 Approval

U1.4.2.1 Does the procedure(s) indicate approval by the applicable Level 3? YES NO NA

Does the procedure indicate approval by a Honeywell approved Level 3

(SCA)? (See SPOC 165.7, Section 4.1)

U1.4.3 Procedure / Technique

U1.4.3.6 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO NA
Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644?

If working in accordance with EMS52309, did the supplier select the

correct penetrant system for inspection of Honeywell product from
Table II of EMS52309, in accordance with AMS 2644 only and was it
addressed in either a general or specific procedure? (See EMS52309,
Para. 3.3.3 & ASTM E1417, Para. 6.5.1)

U1.4.3.8 Identification of the components or areas within a component to be YES NO NA

inspected?

If working in accordance with EMS52309, does the procedure address

"Excluded Features"? (See EMS52309, Par. 3.4.2.1)

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U1.6 COMPLIANCE

U1.6.4 Inspection Process

U1.6.4.1 Do applicable Work Orders/Shop Travelers and Technique Cards

contain or provide traceability to the following as a minimum?

U1.6.4.1.4 Correct sequence of operations? YES NO NA

Was the sequence of operations approved by the Honeywell-approved

Level 3 (SCA)? (SPOC 165.7 section 4.1)

U1.6.5 Pre-Cleaning

U1.6.5.1 Are parts being cleaned in accordance with applicable work YES NO NA
instructions/procedure?

When working in accordance with EMS52309 is one of the following

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, para. 3.4.5.1).
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, para. 3.4.3)

U1.6.6 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U1.6.6.1 Is there a procedure that addresses etching materials, sequence, YES NO NA

times, concentrations and temperatures in accordance with customer
requirements?

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, para. 3.4.3)
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U1.6.6.2 If required, were all parts etched? YES NO NA

When working in accordance with EMS52309, and abrasive blasting

was used as a cleaning method of aluminum & magnesium castings,
was an etching operation performed prior to penetrant inspection?
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? If the supplier is performing pre-penetrant etch on
Honeywell parts, do they have evidence that they are approved to do
so? (See EMS52309, Para. 3.4.5.1, 3.4.5.1.1 & 3.4.5.1.2). 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, para. 3.4.3).

U1.6.6.4 If required, was the source performing etch (internal or external) YES NO NA
approved by the customer?

If the supplier is utilizing an outside source to perform pre-penetrant

etch on Honeywell parts, is there evidence that the source has been
approved by Honeywell? (See SPOC 165.2)

U1.6.14 Inspection Area

U1.6.14.1 Are magnification/viewing aids available for evaluating indications? YES NO NA

If working in accordance with 91547-P6808, and utilizing a black light

borescope, did the light source provide a minimum illumination of 1,200
µW/cm2 at the inspection surface? (See 91547-P6808, Para. 3.4.9.1)

U1.6.14.2 Are calibrated/verified measuring devices in accordance with customer YES NO NA

requirements utilized?
Are calibrated flat-wire gages or pin-gages used for sizing and
evaluating indications? (See HGS 1010, Para. 5.10.1)

U1.6.15 Evaluation

U1.6.15.4 If required, did the inspector properly evaluate every indication and YES NO NA
reject parts containing relevant indications that exceeded the
acceptance limits?
Did the technician have adequate visual access to see penetrant
indications which may be obscured by geometry constraints or other
physical limitations? Note: A 90-degree line-of-site to the surface being
inspected is optimal. Viewing angles greater than 45 degrees may
result is lowered inspection reliability and shall be avoided where
possible. (See HGS 1010, Para. 5.2.4.c & Figure 1)
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U1.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?
When working in accordance with EMS52309 or HGS 1010, were
indications evaluated to the following? a) Penetrant indications caused
by gouges, scratches, cast parting lines, or any indications otherwise
not due to an engineering design feature that exhibit bleedout shall be
evaluated to the acceptance criteria. Penetrant inspection is not a
substitute for visual inspection, though it is useful in rejecting some
positives/excess material such as cast parting lines that retain
penetrant. b) Penetrant indications in turbine blades shall be wiped
and redeveloped not more than one time each. Unless otherwise
specified, indications in other part types shall not be wiped and
redeveloped more than two times each. c) Lightly wipe the indication
once in one direction only with a soft artist-type brush or cotton tipped
applicator dampened with solvent. Do not permit solvent to flood the
surface. d) If an indication reappears after the solvent evaporates from
the surface, it may be evaluated immediately. Indications which, when
sized, exceed the applicable acceptance criteria may be rejected
without re-development. Indications which do not immediately
reappear or do not exceed the applicable acceptance criteria shall be
evaluated for final acceptance following developer application and the
applicable re-development time; i.e., 10 minutes using Form a or 3
minutes using Form d developer. Sizing of indication bleedout shall be
determined using measurement devices outlined in 3.4.12.1 under
black light illumination. (See HGS 1010, Para. 5.10)

U1.6.18 Inspection Status

U1.6.18.1 Are symbols and/or marking methods used to denote penetrant YES NO NA
inspection status?
When working to EMS52309 do the symbols and/or marking methods
conform to MC9014, “Marking of Manufactured Items for Identification
and Information”? (See EMS52309 section 3.5)

U2. PRATT & WHITNEY SECTION NA

U2.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U2.3.2 Material Certification

U2.3.2.1 Is the manufacturer’s certification available for each batch of YES NO NA

penetrant, emulsifier and developer in use, and is there evidence that
they conform to the applicable AMS?
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Test Reports shall include actual values obtained for each test
required in the applicable PMC/LPMC. See FPM Master Appendix A
Para 1.1

U2.4 PROCEDURES

U2.4.3.6 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO NA
Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644?

Method, Type and Sensitivity Level, of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and

Developer Form in accordance with FPM Master Supplement only?

U2.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U2.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers (reused)

U2.5.4.1 Is the water content of in-use lipophilic (Method B) emulsifier being YES NO NA
tested at least monthly?

If method B is used at this facility, is it prohibited for this Subscriber?

U2.6 COMPLIANCE

U2.6.5 Pre-Cleaning

U2.6.5.1 Are parts being cleaned in accordance with applicable work YES NO NA
instructions/procedure?

Aqueous cleaners shall be controlled in accordance with FPM Master,

PWA 36603, and 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.

U2.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U2.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (70°C)? Note: Drying time shall be kept to a
minimum and parts not be placed into dryer with pools of water.

U2.6.13 Non-Aqueous Developer (Form d)

U2.6.13.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (70°C)? Note: Drying time shall be kept to a
minimum and parts not be placed into dryer with pools of water.
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U2.6.15 Evaluation

U2.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?

Parts which have local areas of interfering fluorescent background or

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.
Note: 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. FPM
Master 9.11.5

U3. ROLLS-ROYCE SECTION NA

U3.4 PROCEDURES

U3.4.3 Procedure / Technique

U3.4.3.5 Complete processing parameters for the penetrant inspection YES NO NA

materials including dwell times, application methods, drying times,
concentration of emulsifiers, temperatures and controls to prevent
excessive drying or overheating, as appropriate?

Does the NDT technique instruction include part preparation including

pre-cleaning, penetrant classification, specific areas to be inspected (if
applicable), post-cleaning, corrosion protection requirements and any
other applicable information?

When a process control chart is used as an extension to the NDT

technique instruction:
1. Does this chart state the actual parameters used during the
process used? and
2. Is it controlled and is kept up to date?

(RRP58003 3.3.2 & 3.3.3, OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-054

Section 4 B)

U3.4.3.11 Complete pre-cleaning and post-cleaning instructions, including YES NO NA

cleaning materials, sequencing, times, concentrations and
temperatures in accordance with customer requirements or reference
to procedures containing such instructions?
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Does the penetrant pre cleaning process use vapour degreasing

and/or aqueous cleaning (including high velocity steam cleaning),
etching or alkaline cleaning? (RRP58003 4.2.4 & OP210 SUB TASK
70-00-00-110-210-073 Section 7)

U3.4.3.13 Method for control of software or programming used for automated YES NO NA
processing equipment as applicable?

Is the penetrant automatic process subject to a check to ensure:

1. Each process operation agrees with the requirements of the selected

programme?

2. The time to do each process operation is +/- 10% of that specified

in the programme?

Do records show that this check is performed annually where

RRP58003 applies and quarterly where OP210 applies? (RRP58003
5.5.13.1 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-001 Section 18 E)

U3.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U3.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers (reused)

U3.5.4.1 Is the water content of in-use lipophilic (Method B) emulsifier being YES NO NA
tested at least monthly?

If method B is used at this facility, is it prohibited for this Subscriber?

(RRP58003 1.2.3 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-048 Section
5 G)

U3.5.5 Concentration of Hydrophilic Emulsifiers

U3.5.5.1 Concentration of in-use (Method D) hydrophilic emulsifiers (used from

containers / tanks)

U3.5.5.1.2 Does this maximum concentration percentage comply with QPL-AMS- YES NO NA
2644?

Is the maximum concentration permitted 20% (RRP58003 3.2.6.4 &

OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-210-076 Section B 4)

U3.5.5.2 Concentration of spray (Method D) hydrophilic emulsifiers

U3.5.5.2.1 Are concentrations for spray applications kept at or below 5%? YES NO NA

If spray applications are used at this facility, are they prohibited for this
Subscriber? (RRP58003 4.7.1 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-860-
210-076 Section B 1)

U3.5.9 Penetrant System Performance

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U3.5.9.1 Has the supplier performed an initial check to establish a baseline for YES NO NA
each known defect standard and material in use?

For suppliers working in accordance with RRP58003, is the process

monitored daily using either a Sherwin PSM5 or a Magnaflux p/n
198055 panel or a Five Star Mk II panel (serialisation PRXX or GRXX)
or Sherwin KDS panels provided the panel(s) (either “A” or “B”) meets
the initial calibration requirements and a baseline photograph?

For suppliers working in accordance with OP210 is Plant performance

checked and recorded daily using a Sherwin PSM5 or Magnaflux p/n
198055 panel?

RRP58003 5.4.2, Appendix D & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-920-210-

002 Section 1.

U3.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U3.5.10.1 Are there maintenance procedures in place that assure that cleaning YES NO NA
of the known defect standards, between usage, is adequate and that
physical changes in the standard that make it unsuitable for use, can
be detected?

Are panels stored immersed in solvent? (See RRP58003 para 5.5.1.5

& TSD594-J OP210 para 17.B.1)

U3.5.12 Dryer Controls

U3.5.12.1 Is the dryer oven controlled to a tolerance of +/-15º F (8.3ºC) or better? YES NO NA

If a hot dip is used to aid drying, has the supplier 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
SUB TASK 70-00-00-170-210-076 Sec 4 C)

U3.5.13 Black Light Meters and Measurements

U3.5.13.2 Is calibration of the meter being performed at least semi-annually or, YES NO NA
with adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?

Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually

(RRP58003 Table 2 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-920-210-001
Section A 12)
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U3.5.13.8 Is the minimum acceptable limit 1200 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (38cm)? YES NO NA

If LED sources are being used, does the supplier have a validation
report for each source which indicates that the source complies with
RRES90061? (RRES90061 6.2.1)

If LED sources are being used, has the supplier 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?. (RRES90061
9.2.2)

If LED sources with multiple diodes are being used, is a daily Beam
Uniformity Verification performed and documented in accordance with
RRES90061 i.e demonstration that the beam pattern remains uniform
by irradiating a sufficiently large piece of white paper and viewing the
beam pattern from the opposite side of the paper. Variations in
intensity shall be gradual and there shall be no discernible patterning,
voids or bright areas. The peripheral area shall also be assessed up to
2X the beam width to ensure that there is a gradual reduction in the
surrounding area and that there are no anomalous areas of high levels
of UV irradiation. (RRES90061 10.1)

U3.5.14 White Light Meters and Measurements

U3.5.14.1 Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually or, with YES NO NA
adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?

Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually

(RRP58003 Table 2 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-920-210-001
Section A 12)

U3.6 COMPLIANCE

U3.6.4 Inspection Process

U3.6.4.1 Do applicable Work Orders/Shop Travelers and Technique Cards

contain or provide traceability to the following as a minimum?

U3.6.4.1.4 Correct sequence of operations? YES NO NA

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Unless otherwise instructed by the component definition, is final

penetrant inspection performed on the finished component after
completion of machining, heat treatment, and surface processes, etc.,
unless a particular process renders the test impractical. In such cases,
a penetrant inspection shall be carried out prior to application of the
process concerned. Only applicable to New manufacture (RRP58003
3.4.2)

U3.6.5 Pre-Cleaning

U3.6.5.1 Are parts being cleaned in accordance with applicable work YES NO NA
instructions/procedure?

Unless otherwise agreed by Rolls-Royce Technical authority, If

component preparation is by aqueous cleaning (including high velocity
steam cleaning), etching or alkaline cleaning are components oven
dried a minimum of 140 °F (60ºC) for a minimum of 20 minutes?

For manual cleaning systems is the effectiveness of process confirmed

by performing water break tests on the component surface?

If vacuum drying is used are oven pressure, temperature and time

consistent with RRP58003 and OP210

(RRP58003 4.3.4,4.3.5 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-00-00-230-210-077

Section 8)

U3.6.7 Penetrant Application

U3.6.7.4 Are penetrant application operations controlled to ensure complete YES NO NA

coverage of areas to be inspected?

Is the layer of penetrant on the surface even and free from separation
or breaks? (RRP58003 4.5.6)

U3.6.8 Use of Emulsifier

U3.6.8.2 Are methods of application and removal of emulsifiers properly YES NO NA

controlled?

Is air agitation prohibited? (RRP58003 4.7.4 & OP210 SUB TASK 70-
00-00-860-210-076 Section B 3)

U3.6.10 Developer Application

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U3.6.10.5 Are dwell times (in minutes) used by the supplier within the ranges YES NO NA
noted below? Please identify all used. An explanation is not required
for not used.

Form: a Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 240

Form: b Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 120

Form: c Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 120

Form: d Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 60

Is the dwell time (developer contact time) required for form a developer
a maximum of 180 minutes? (RRP58003 4.12.1.4. & OP210 SUB
TASK 70-00-00-230-210-070 Section A 4)

U3.6.15 Evaluation

U3.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?

Were the following evaluation procedures followed? Dampen a soft

artist type brush or cotton tipped applicator dampened 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.
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. 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

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U4.3.2.1 Is the manufacturer’s certification available for each batch of YES NO NA

penetrant, emulsifier and developer in use, and is there evidence that
they conform to the applicable AMS?

Does the manufacturer’s certification conform to the applicable AMS

standard?

U4.4 PROCEDURES

U4.4.3 Procedure / Technique

U4.4.3.6 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO NA
Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644?

Method, Type and Sensitivity Level, of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and

Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644 only? (See ASTM-E-
1417, para. 6.7.2 and 7.8.1)

U4.6. COMPLIANCE

U4.6.3 Customer Specifications

U4.6.3.3 Were the applicable requirements, procedures and acceptance criteria YES NO NA
made available to the penetrant inspectors?

Does the written procedure prevent examination on a sampling basis

unless specifically permitted by the contract? (See ASTM-E-1417,
para. 6.2)

U4.6.8 Use of Emulsifier

U4.6.8.1 Is a calibrated timing device used to monitor emulsification time? YES NO NA

If hydrophilic emulsifier was used, was the dwell time limited to 2

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)

U4.6.9 Penetrant Removal

U4.6.9.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least daily or prior YES NO NA
to use?

Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or

prior to use? (See ASTM-E-1417, Table 1)

U4.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

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U4.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (71°C)? (See ASTM-E-1417, para. 6.6.2)

U4.6.13 Non-Aqueous Developer (Form d)

U4.6.13.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (70°C)? (See ASTM-E-1417, para. 6.6.2)

U5. AIRBUS HELICOPTERS SECTION NA

U5.4 PROCEDURES

U5.4.2 Approval

U5.4.2.1 Does the procedure(s) indicate approval by the applicable Level 3? YES NO NA

Does the procedure indicate validation by Airbus Helicopters Quality

Department for critical parts? (Airbus Helicopters Level 3 validation is
not mandatory)

U5.6 COMPLIANCE

U5.6.5 Pre-Cleaning

U5.6.5.1 Are parts being cleaned in accordance with applicable work YES NO NA
instructions/procedure?

Do the cleaning materials, sequence, times, concentrations and

temperatures, meet Airbus Helicopters requirements in accordance
with EI 070-09-039 or EI 078-10-009?

U5.6.14 Inspection Area

U5.6.14.1 Are magnification/viewing aids available for evaluating indications? YES NO NA

Is the magnification/viewing in accordance with EI 070-09-023 or EI

078-10-009?

U5.6.15 Evaluation

U5.6.15.3 For Type I inspection, was the light intensity at the inspection surface at YES NO NA
the time of this survey at least 1200 μW/cm2?

For Type I inspection, was the light intensity at the inspection surface at
the time of this survey at least 1500 μW/cm2?

U6. ROLLS ROYCE CORPORATION SECTION NA

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U7. MTU SECTION NA

U7.4 PROCEDURES

U7.4.3 Procedure / Technique

U7.4.3.5 Complete processing parameters for the penetrant inspection materials YES NO NA
including dwell times, application methods, drying times, concentration
of emulsifiers, temperatures and controls to prevent excessive drying or
overheating, as appropriate?

Is the dwell time a minimum of 15 minutes for Aluminum and

Magnesium, and 30 minutes for all other materials?

U7.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U7.5.6 Dry Developer Characteristics (Form a)

U7.5.6.5 Did the facility properly demonstrate this check? YES NO NA

Has the electrostatic efficiency been checked daily with an aluminium

tube? (See MTV1030-1 Para 12.5)

U7.6 COMPLIANCE

U7.6.7 Penetrant Application

U7.6.7.3 Are parts dry prior to penetrant application? YES NO NA

For critical (class A) parts inspected with the post emulsified penetrant
system 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?

U7.6.8 Use of Emulsifier

U7.6.8.1 Is a calibrated timing device used to monitor emulsification time? YES NO NA

Is the dwell time the minimum required for adequate surface penetrant
removal and not exceeding 90 seconds? For spray applications, is the
concentration kept at or below 5%.

U7.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U7.6.11.2 Are methods for applying developer and removing excess developer YES NO NA
properly controlled?

For finished surfaces of critical class 1A parts, the developer shall be

applied with an electrostatic system. (See MTV1030-1 Para 11.2.7.1)
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U8. AIRBUS SECTION NA

U8.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U8.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers (reused)

U8.5.4.1 Is the water content of in-use lipophilic (Method B) emulsifier being YES NO NA
tested at least monthly?

If method B is used at this facility, is it prohibited for this Subscriber?

(See ABP 6-5230, app A 1 and AITM 6-1001 Annex C.1.2)

U8.5.13 Black Light Meters and Measurements

U8.5.13.8 Is the minimum acceptable limit 1200 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (38cm)? YES NO NA
1. Are LED Inspection lamps operating at a minimum of
1500µW/cm2@ 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

U8.6. COMPLIANCE

U8.6.7 Penetrant Application

U8.6.7.1 Are components, penetrant, and ambient temperatures maintained YES NO NA

within the range of 50°F (10°C) to 125°F (52°C)?

Are parts allowed to cool down to 50°F (10°C) to 104°F (40°C) prior to
application of penetrant? (See ABP 6-5230, para 5.5.2), 50°F (10°C) to
126°F (52°C) (See AITM 6.1001 para 11.1.)

U8.6.7.3 Are parts dry prior to penetrant application? YES NO NA

Following any aqueous pre-cleaning, etching etc., are all parts dried in
an air circulating oven as follows: 140°F (60°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? (See ABP 6-5230, para 5.4.2 & AITM 6-1001,Table 1)

U8.6.9 Penetrant Removal

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U8.6.9.5 Is penetrant removal, for manual stations, verified under appropriate YES NO NA
lighting?

When working to ABP 6-5230, ensure that the ambient white light in the
wash off area does not exceed 100 Lux (ABP 6-5230 para 5.6.2e).
When working to AITM 6-1001,ensure that the ambient white light in
the wash off area does not exceed 150 Lux and the UV/A light has a
minimum value of UV-A 300 microwatts/cm2 (AITM 6-1001 para 11.3)

U8.6.9.7 If used, is the air pressure on the hydro-air nozzle controlled to 25 psi YES NO NA
(170 kPa) maximum monitored at least daily or prior to use?

Are the air and water pressure on the hydro-air nozzle controlled to 25
psi (170 kPa) maximum? (See ABP 6-5230, para 5.6.2.C and AITM 6-
1001, Para 7.1.2)

U8.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U8.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in accordance with ABP 6-5230 para 5.7.1 or AITM 6-
1001,para 7.1.4.2?

U8.6.13 Non-Aqueous Developer (Form d)

U8.6.13.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in accordance with ABP 6-5230 para 5.7.1 or AITM 6-
1001, table 2?

U8.6.15 Evaluation

U8.6.15.1 For Type I inspection, did inspectors allow at least 1 minute to condition YES NO NA
their eyes to the darkness before conducting the inspection?

Where parts are re inspected under UV/A light following a visual

inspection under white light do the operators allow at least one minute
eye adaption time when returning to darkened UV/A conditions?
Reference: ABP 6-5230 para 5.9.2, AITM 6-1001 para 11.6.1

U9. TEXTRON AVIATION SECTION NA

U9.4 PROCEDURES

U9.4.3.6 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO NA
Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644?

Unless otherwise specified on the applicable drawing, is Type 1,

Sensitivity Level 2 penetrant used on castings and Type 1, Sensitivity
Level 3 used on all other detail parts? (BS25691, para. 3.5.26)
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U9.4.3.9 Address or provide traceability to customer acceptance criteria? YES NO NA

Is Table 21 of BS25691 applied when there is no acceptance criteria

specified on the Engineering drawing? (BS25691 para. 3.5.26)

U9.6. COMPLIANCE

U9.6.3 Customer Specifications

U9.6.3.1 Is the facility using the appropriate specifications and revisions as YES NO NA
required by the contract document?

Where a specification (e.g. MIL-STD-1907) is referenced on the

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

U9.6.6 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U9.6.6.1 Is there a procedure that addresses etching materials, sequence, YES NO NA

times, concentrations and temperatures in accordance with customer
requirements?

Does the etch process remove a minimum of .0002” from surfaces to

be inspected? (BS25691 para. 3.5.7)

U9.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U9.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (71°C)?

U10. GE AVIATION SECTION NA

U10.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U10.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U10.5.10.2 Is a degradation check performed for the known defect standard at YES NO NA
least annually?

Is a degradation check performed for the known defect standard at

least monthly?
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U10.6 COMPLIANCE

U10.6.4 Inspection Process

U10.6.4.1 Do applicable Work Orders/Shop Travelers and Technique Cards

contain or provide traceability to the following as a minimum?

U10.6.4.1.4 Correct sequence of operations? YES NO NA

Is final penetrant inspection performed before surface coatings such as

paint, primer, anodize, plating, and thermal barrier are applied? Note:
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)

U10.6.6 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U10.6.6.2 If required, were all parts etched? YES NO NA

Are any etching sources utilized, internal or external, approved by GE

Aviation?

U10.6.7 Penetrant Application

U10.6.7.5 Was the correct method, type, and level of penetrant used? YES NO NA

Was the use of solvents (Method C) limited to localized inspection of

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.

U10.6.9 Penetrant Removal

U10.6.9.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least daily or prior YES NO NA
to use?

Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or

prior to use?

U10.6.14 Inspection Area

U10.6.14.1 Are magnification/viewing aids available for evaluating indications? YES NO NA

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If a black light borescope is used for final inspection of hardware, is a

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

U10.6.14.2 Are calibrated/verified measuring devices in accordance with customer YES NO NA

requirements utilized?

Are the size of indications determined through the use of calibrated

feeler gages or calibrated pin gages with an accuracy of +/- 0.002
inches? Note: Gages will be placed directly over the indication to
assess size. The smallest feeler gage/ pin gage that completely covers
the indication will be used to determine size. Gage 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)

U10.6.15 Evaluation

U10.6.15.4 If required, did the inspector properly evaluate every indication and YES NO NA
reject parts containing relevant indications that exceeded the
acceptance limits?

If inspection is done to P3TF47, is all equipment utilized required to

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

U10.6.15.6 If redeveloped, was the redevelopment time, for acceptance, adequate YES NO NA
to meet customer requirements?

Were all linear indications redeveloped with a dwell time at least 10

minutes? (See P3TF2 rev s-29 para 4.7.3.2)

U10.6.15.10 Did the accept/reject criteria properly reflect the customer criteria? YES NO NA

For all parts made from aluminum, magnesium, and copper alloys; for
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

U11.6 COMPLIANCE

U11.6.3 Customer Specifications

U11.6.3.4 If written procedures, and or techniques, require review and/or YES NO NA

approval by the Cognizant Engineering Organization, is that approval
evident?
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Does the Supplier submit and use Boeing approved procedures /

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.)

U11.6.6 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U11.6.6.1 Is there a procedure that addresses etching materials, sequence, YES NO NA

times, concentrations and temperatures in accordance with customer
requirements?

Are the processes used for cleaning and etching either: Boeing
process 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)

U11.6.6.2 If required, were all parts etched? YES NO NA

If smeared metal exists, are parts etched 0.0002-inch minimum per

surface? Note: 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.)

U11.6.7 Penetrant Application

U11.6.7.1 Are components, penetrant, and ambient temperatures maintained YES NO NA

within the range of 50°F (10°C) to 125°F (52°C)?

Is the supplier able to explain or demonstrate how they monitor

temperature? (Reference: BSS 7039 and specifications requiring BSS
7039. Example: BAC 5423) Note: the method or methodology for
assuring this is left up to the supplier - dependent on the facility,
conditions and/or methods being used. Records are not required.

U11.6.9 Penetrant Removal

U11.6.9.5 Is penetrant removal, for manual stations, verified under appropriate YES NO NA
lighting?

Is the black light intensity at the wash surface at least 100 microwatts /
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)
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U11.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U11.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried so that the part temperature does not exceed 160°F
(71°C)? (See BSS 7039 Section 7.2.5 and specifications that require
use of BSS 7039 for this)

U11.6.12 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

U11.6.12.3

Are parts dried so that the part temperature does not exceed 160°F
(71°C)? (See BSS 7039 Section 7.2.5 and specifications that require
use if BSS 7039)

U11.6.13 Non-Aqueous Developer (Form d)

U11.6.13.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried so that the part temperature does not exceed 160°F
(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

U14. SAFRAN SECTION NA

U14.3 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

U14.3.2 Material Certification

U14.3.2.1 Is the manufacturer’s certification available for each batch of penetrant, YES NO NA
emulsifier and developer in use, and is there evidence that they
conform to the applicable AMS?
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Are the consumable products (type and concentration) used in

conformance with SAFRAN Pr5000; In5000 or other applicable
SAFRAN related company specification?

NOTE: Sensitivity level and concentrations might be different than the

ones defined in AMS 2644.

U14.6.15 Evaluation

U14.6.15.3 For Type I inspection, was the light intensity at the inspection surface at YES NO NA
the time of this survey at least 1200 μW/cm2?

For Type I inspection, was the light intensity at the inspection surface at
the time of this survey at least 1500 μW/cm2?

U14.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?

Were relevant indications properly evaluated in accordance with

Pr5000, DMC0010 or other applicable SAFRAN related company
specification?

U15. BAE SYSTEMS MILITARY AIR & INFORMATION (MAI) SECTION NA

U16. BELL HELICOPTER SECTION NA

U16.6 COMPLIANCE

U16.6.5 Pre-Cleaning

U16.6.5.2 Were all parts clean? YES NO NA

The use of halogenated solvent remover or Halogenated non-aqueous

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

U16.6.9 Penetrant Removal

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U16.6.9.6 Is over and under washing/removal controlled? YES NO NA

When water washable penetrant is used, is the total rinse time kept to
10 minutes or less? (Note: 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)

U16.6.10 Developer Application

U16.6.10.1 Was the developer utilized in accordance with the applicable customer YES NO NA
requirements?

The use of halogenated solvent remover or Halogenated non-aqueous

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

U16.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U16.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Is drying controlled per the following? a) Is the drying oven temperature

at least 120°F and not in excess of 160°F? 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? 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)

U16.6.12 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

U16.6.12.3 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Is drying controlled per the following? a) Is the drying oven temperature

at least 120°F and not in excess of 160°F? 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? 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? d)
When using water washable penetrant, does the processing time for
applying aqueous developer not exceed the total rinse time
requirement of 10 minutes unless part specific authorization is provided
by the BHTI NDE Laboratory? (See BPS4089 para 2.1.4.1 & para.
4.2.11.1)

U16.6.13 Non-Aqueous Developer (Form d)

U16.6.13.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA
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Is drying controlled per the following? a) Is the drying oven temperature

at least 120°F and not in excess of 160°F? 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? 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)

U16.6.15 Evaluation

U16.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?

The use of halogenated solvent remover or Halogenated non-aqueous

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

U17. SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT SECTION NA

U17.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U17.5.4 Water Content of Lipophilic Emulsifiers (reused)

U17.5.4.1 Is the water content of in-use lipophilic (Method B) emulsifier being YES NO NA
tested at least monthly?

Are Method B materials prohibited for use on Flight Safety parts? (See
SS8806, Rev 9, Table 1, NOTE 2)

U17.5.9 Penetrant System Performance

U17.5.9.2 Is the penetrant system performance checked at least daily or prior to YES NO NA
use?

Is the penetrant system performance checked at least before each shift

or prior to use and do the crack specimens used to monitor system
performance meet the requirements of SAE AMS 2644?

U17.5.13 Black Light Meters and Measurements

U17.5.13.2 Is calibration of the meter being performed at least semi-annually or, YES NO NA
with adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?
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Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually? (See

SS8806, Rev 9, Table V)

U17.5.13.8 Is the minimum acceptable limit 1200 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (38cm)? YES NO NA

If a black light borescope is used for final inspection of hardware, is a

minimum intensity of 1200 micro watts/cm2 obtained when measured at
a distance of 1.5 inches? (See SS8806, Rev 9, 4.2.4.2)

U17.5.14 White Light Meters and Measurements

U17.5.14.1 Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually or, with YES NO NA
adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?

Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually? (See

SS8806, Rev 9, Table V)

U17.6 COMPLIANCE

U17.6.3 Customer Specifications

U17.6.3.4 If written procedures, and or techniques, require review and/or approval YES NO NA
by the Cognizant Engineering Organization, is that approval evident?

Does the supplier understand the requirement to submit techniques for

Critical or Flight Safety components in accordance with SS9211, or
parts classified as 1, 1A, or 1B per SS8813?

U17.6.9 Penetrant Removal

U17.6.9.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least daily or prior YES NO NA
to use?

Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or

prior to use? (See SS8806, Rev 9 Para 4.2.2 & Table V)

U17.6.9.7 If used, is the air pressure on the hydro-air nozzle controlled to 25 psi YES NO NA
(170 kPa) maximum monitored at least daily or prior to use?

Are hydro-air nozzles prohibited from being used use on Sikorsky

parts? (See SS8806 Rev 9 Amd 9-01 Para. 3.3.2.1)
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U17.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U17.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (70°C)? Note: Drying time shall be only long enough
to adequately dry the part but shall not exceed 30 minutes. (See
SS8806 Rev 9 Para 3.6.4.10)

U17.6.12 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

U17.6.12.3 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 160°F (70°C)? Note: Drying time shall be only long enough
to adequately dry the part but shall not exceed 30 minutes. (See
SS8806 Rev 9 Para 3.6.4.11.2 (c))

U17.6.14 Inspection Area

U17.6.14.1 Are magnification/viewing aids available for evaluating indications? YES NO NA

If working with a black light borescope, did the light source provide a
minimum illumination of 1,200 μW/cm2 at the inspection surface? (See
SS8806, Rev 9, 3.3.2.4.2)

U17.6.15 Evaluation

U17.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?

Were the following evaluation procedures followed? Note 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. (See SS8806 Rev 9
Para 3.6.6)

U18. HAMILTON SUNDSTRAND SECTION NA

U19. TRIUMPH / VOUGHT SECTION NA

U19.4 PROCEDURES

U19.4.2 Approval

U19.4.2.1 Does the procedure(s) indicate approval by the applicable Level 3? YES NO NA
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Does the procedure indicate approval by a Triumph/Vought Level 3

Reference 208-14-13 paragraph 3.5?

U20. GKN AEROSPACE SWEDEN SECTION NA

U21. EATON SECTION NA

U21.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U21.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U21.5.10.2 Is a degradation check performed for the known defect standard at YES NO NA
least annually?

Is a degradation check performed for the known defect standard at

least monthly? (See ACES2600, Paragraph 7.11)

U21.6 COMPLIANCE

U21.6.4 Inspection Process

U21.6.4.1 Do applicable Work Orders/Shop Travelers and Technique Cards

contain or provide traceability to the following as a minimum?

U21.6.4.1.4 Correct sequence of operations? YES NO NA

Is final penetrant inspection performed prior to the application of

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)

U21.6.6 Pre-Penetrant Etching

U21.6.6.1 Is there a procedure that addresses etching materials, sequence, YES NO NA

times, concentrations and temperatures in accordance with customer
requirements?

When required by the engineering drawing, is etching performed in

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)
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U21.6.6.2 If required, were all parts etched? YES NO NA

When penetrant defects are removed by benching/grinding, is a local

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

U21.6.7.5 Was the correct method, type, and level of penetrant used? YES NO NA

Was a Type I, Method A, Level 3 penetrant used? (See ACES2600,

Paragraph 5.2)

U21.6.7.8 If parts exceeded the maximum dwell time, was penetrant reapplied? YES NO NA

If it is observed that penetrant on test part surfaces has been allowed

to dry, were all traces of dried penetrant removed using an appropriate
cleaning method and were parts reprocessed? (See ACES2600,
Paragraph 8.4.5)

U21.6.9 Penetrant Removal

U21.6.9.4 Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least daily or prior YES NO NA
to use?

Is the water pressure and temperature monitored at least per shift or

prior to use? (See ACES2600, Paragraph 7.6)

U21.6.9.5 Is penetrant removal, for manual stations, verified under appropriate YES NO NA
lighting?

Is the black light intensity at the wash surface at least 100 μW/cm2 with
white light at 10 foot-candles or less? (See ACES2600, Paragraph
7.7.2 and 7.7.4)

U21.6.9.7 If used, is the air pressure on the hydro-air nozzle controlled to 25 psi YES NO NA
(170 kPa) maximum monitored at least daily or prior to use?

Is the use of a hydro-air nozzle prohibited from use on Eaton

Aerospace parts? (See ACES2600, 8.5)

U21.6.10 Developer Application

U21.6.10.5 Are dwell times (in minutes) used by the supplier within the ranges YES NO NA
noted below? Please identify all used. An explanation is not required
for not used.

Form: a Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 240

Form: b Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 120

Form: c Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 120

Form: d Minimum Dwell Time: 10 Maximum Dwell Time: 60

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Is the dwell time required for Form a developer a maximum of 120

minutes? (See ACES2600, Table III)

U21.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U21.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in a forced air recirculating drying oven, maintained at

+160°F maximum? (See ACES2600, 6.2, b & 8.6)

U21.6.14 Inspection Area

U21.6.14.2 Are calibrated/verified measuring devices in accordance with customer YES NO NA

requirements utilized?
Are calibrated pin gages, overlay templates and/or comparators with
dimensioned linear and/or rounded, black or fluorescent features
available and used to aide in evaluating discontinuity size? (See
ACES2600, 8.8.6)

U21.6.17 Inspector Qualification

U21.6.17.1 Were the inspection personnel certified to the correct levels for the YES NO NA
work they were performing?

Were all personnel making product acceptance decisions certified to at

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

U22.4.3.6 Method, Type and Sensitivity Level of Penetrant, Emulsifier, and YES NO NA
Developer Form in accordance with AMS 2644?

When working in accordance with AWPS006X, did the supplier select

the correct penetrant system for the inspection of Leonardo Helicopters
parts from Table 1 of AWPS006X, unless otherwise authorized by
Leonardo Helicopters Engineering?
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U22.5 PENETRANT PROCESS CONTROLS

U22.5.10 Known Defect Standard Maintenance / Degradation

U22.5.10.1 Are there maintenance procedures in place that assure that cleaning of YES NO NA
the known defect standards, between usage, is adequate and that
physical changes in the standard that make it unsuitable for use, can
be detected?

Are Panels stored immersed in solvent? (AWPS006X paragraph 6.3.1)

U22.5.13 Black Light Meters and Measurements

U22.5.13.2 Is calibration of the meter being performed at least semi-annually or, YES NO NA
with adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?

Is the calibration of the meter carried out at least semi-annually?

(AWPS006X Table 7)

U22.5.13.8 Is the minimum acceptable limit 1200 µW/cm2 at 15 inches (38cm)? YES NO NA

If a black light borescope is used for the final inspection of hardware, is

a minimum intensity of 1200µW/cm² obtained at the working surface?
(AWPS006X paragraph 6.3.13)

U22.5.14 White Light Meters and Measurements

U22.5.14.1 Is the calibration of the meter performed at least semi-annually or, with YES NO NA
adequate documentation, extended as allowed by the governing
standard but not to exceed 12 months when 4 consecutive acceptable
calibrations and adequate documentation is available to support the
decreased frequency?

Is the calibration of the meter carried out at least semi-annually?

(AWPS006X Table 7)

U22.5.15 Timing Devices

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U22.5.15.1 Are timing devices that are used to monitor penetrant, emulsifier and YES NO NA
developer dwell times calibrated at a minimum of one point at least
annually using a calibration traceable to NIST or other National
Standard?

Are timing devices accurate to within ±10% of the standard reading?

(AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1).

U22.5.16 Water Temperature Monitor

U22.5.16.1 Are water temperature indicators calibrated at a minimum of one point YES NO NA
in the range of use at least semi-annually using a calibration traceable
to NIST or other National Standard? NA if only Method C is utilized.

Are water temperature indicators accurate to within ±5% of the

standard reading? (AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1).

U22.5.17 Pressure Monitors

U22.5.17.1 Are water pressure indicators calibrated at a minimum of one point in YES NO NA
the range of use at least semi-annually using a calibration traceable to
NIST or other National Standard? NA if only Method C is utilized.

Are water pressure indicators accurate to within ±10% of the standard

reading? (AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1).

U22.5.17.2 Are air pressure indicators calibrated at a minimum of one point in the YES NO NA
range of use at least semi-annually using a calibration traceable to
NIST or other National Standard?

Are air pressure indicators accurate to within ±10% of the standard

reading? (AWPS006X paragraph 6.2.1).

U22.6 COMPLIANCE

U22.6.3 Customer Specifications

U22.6.3.4 If written procedures, and or techniques, require review and/or approval YES NO NA
by the Cognizant Engineering Organization, is that approval evident?

Are the Work Instructions for critical parts (all parts classified as
"Critical Parts" in accordance with procedure 100-50-148, Class A and
B in accordance with NTA0001-44, Class CR in accordance with
NTA856A, Class IA in accordance with QDN000N804E01, Grade A,
Category VITAL (AV) in accordance with ER026, when designated as
VITAL on Westland Helicopter Limited legacy drawings, when
classified as a critical part per applicable procedure for AW609 Bell
legacy 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).

U22.6.6 Pre-Penetrant Etching

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U22.6.6.1 Is there a procedure that addresses etching materials, sequence, YES NO NA

times, concentrations and temperatures in accordance with customer
requirements?

When the component is designated on the Engineering Drawing as

critical component (ref. 6.3.4 U22 for classification of parts) and
requires pre-penetrant etching, has prior approval been sought from
Leonardo Helicopters Engineering? (AWPS006X paragraph 3.5).

U22.6.7 Penetrant Application

U22.6.7.1 Are components, penetrant, and ambient temperatures maintained YES NO NA

within the range of 50°F (10°C) to 125°F (52°C)?

Are component temperatures maintained within the range of 10°C to

45°C? (AWPS006X paragraph 4.2)

U22.6.9 Penetrant Removal

U22.6.9.5 Is penetrant removal, for manual stations, verified under appropriate YES NO NA
lighting?

Is the Black light intensity a minimum of 100µW/cm² and the ambient

white light intensity a maximum of 100 Lux at the wash surface? (
AWPS006X paragraph 3.4.2)

U22.6.11 Dry Developer (Form a)

U22.6.11.1 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA

Are parts dried in an air-circulating oven, with a temperature not

exceeding 70°C? (Excess water may be removed prior to parts being
inserted in the oven, using an airline not exceeding 25psi) (AWPS006X
paragraph 4.4)

U22.6.12 Aqueous Developer (Form b & c)

U22.6.12.3 Are all parts dried in accordance with customer requirements? YES NO NA
Are parts dried in an air-circulating oven, with a temperature not
exceeding 70°C? (Excess water may be removed prior to parts being
inserted in the oven, using an air pressure not exceeding 25psi).
(AWPS006X paragraph 3.4.3).

U22.6.14 Inspection Area

U22.6.14.3 Is the Inspection area free of fluorescent material or other YES NO NA

contamination that may interfere with the inspection process?

Is sunlight or black light contamination prevented during cooling or

developing time? (AWPS006X paragraph 4.5).

U22.6.15 Evaluation
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U22.6.15.2 Did the inspector adhere to the requirement of not wearing permanently YES NO NA
darkened or photo-chromatic eye glasses?

When using form a developer in lieu of forms c & d, for the inspection
of Leonardo Helicopters parts with smooth surfaces, does the inspector
wear UV filtering eye glasses for viewing the processed parts?
(AWPS006X Table 1 Note 1).

U22.6.15.5 Were the indications wiped with a solvent dampened swab or brush in YES NO NA
accordance with customer requirements?

Is Wipe-off achieved by a single wipe on machined surfaces and up to 3

wipes in the same application, on irregular surfaces? Irregular surfaces
include as cast, as forged and unmachined bar and raw sheet material
surfaces (AWPS006X paragraph 4.7).

U22.6.16 Post Cleaning

U22.6.16.1 If required was an adequate post process cleaning operation YES NO NA

performed?

Is post process cleaning performed in accordance with STA100-81-38

and WHPS256? (AWPS006X paragraph 4.8).

23. SCOPE

These audit criteria are to be used as a Nadcap Subscriber supplement

to PRI AC7114/1 for suppliers with Nondestructive Testing Facilities
that are seeking Penetrant accreditation. Only the questions that
pertain to Subscriber supplemental criteria will be found within this
checklist. Only those suppliers, 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.

24. 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).
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The auditor shall only apply the questions in this checklist to the
suppliers who specify the Subscriber / End Users identified herein.
U1 - Honeywell U10 - GE Aviation
U2 - P&W U11 - The Boeing Company
U3 - Rolls Royce Plc U14 - SAFRAN
U4 - Lockheed Martin U16 - Bell Helicopter
U5 - Airbus Helicopters U17 - Sikorsky Aircraft
U6 - Rolls Royce Corporation U18 - Hamilton Sundstrand
(refer to U3 Supplemental
questions)
U7 - MTU U19 - Triumph/Vought
U8 - Airbus U20– GKN Aerospace Sweden
U9 - Textron Aviation U21 - Eaton
U22 - Leonardo Helicopters

Each question in this checklist must be addressed only in so far as it

pertains to each applicable Subscriber Member who is represented at
that question, and only needs to 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.