Overview
Quality Control provides inspection workflows for incoming articles, certificate verification, and quarantine management to maintain airworthiness compliance.Key Features
Incoming Inspection
Systematic review of all incoming articles for quality and compliance
Certificate Verification
Validate FAA 8130, manufacturer certificates, and vendor documentation
Quarantine Management
Segregate non-conforming or suspect articles pending resolution
Inspection Records
Document inspector findings and approval decisions
Incoming Inspection Workflow
QC Review
Quality inspector reviews:
- Physical condition
- Certificates (8130, vendor, manufacturer)
- Part number verification
- Serial number verification
- Packaging and labeling
Decision
Inspector decides:
- APPROVE: Article passes, moves to WAITING_TO_LOCATE
- QUARANTINE: Issues found, article held
- REJECT: Non-conforming, return to vendor
Article Statuses in QC
Quality Control manages articles through these statuses:| Status | Description | QC Action |
|---|---|---|
| INCOMING | Just arrived, awaiting QC | Inspect and review certificates |
| WAITING_FOR_FORMAT | Approved, needs reception format | Generate format document |
| WAITING_TO_LOCATE | QC complete, ready for warehouse | Transfer to warehouse |
| QUARANTINE | Quality issue, under investigation | Review and disposition |
Incoming Inspection Interface
The inspection screen provides:Article Information Display
- Part number and description
- Serial number (if serialized)
- Batch and category
- Condition code
- Quantity received
- Zone assignment (if known)
- Purchase order reference
- Vendor information
Certificate Review
Inspectors verify required documentation:- Aeronautical articles: Typically require FAA 8130
- New parts: Manufacturer certificate
- Overhauled parts: Overhaul facility 8130 or certificate
- General articles: Vendor packing slip or certificate
Inspector Fields
QC populates:- Inspector name
- Inspection date
- Inspection findings
- Disposition decision
- Rejection reason (if rejected)
Reception Format Generation
Approved articles need a reception format (receiving document):Reception Format Process
Reception Format Process
- Select Articles: Inspector selects articles that passed QC
- Generate Format: System creates standardized receiving document with:
- Article details
- Inspection date and inspector
- Certificate verification status
- QC approval signature
- Print/Save: Format printed or saved as PDF
- Status Update: Articles move to WAITING_TO_LOCATE
- Warehouse Handoff: Format accompanies articles to warehouse
Quarantine Management
Quarantine Process
When quality issues are identified:-
Quarantine Creation:
- Article placed in quarantine status
- Physical segregation in quarantine area
- Quarantine tag applied
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Documentation:
- Issue description
- Photos of discrepancy
- Certificate deficiencies noted
-
Investigation:
- Contact vendor for resolution
- Request corrected certificates
- Determine if part is serviceable
-
Disposition:
- Release: Issue resolved, approve to warehouse
- Return to Vendor: Non-conforming, initiate RMA
- Scrap: Beyond repair, dispose properly
Quarantine Reasons
Common quarantine triggers:- Missing or invalid certificates
- Part number mismatch
- Serial number discrepancy
- Physical damage
- Suspect unapproved parts
- Expired shelf-life items
- Incorrect packaging
Quality Control Data Table
Inspectors work from a data table showing:- All articles in INCOMING status
- All articles in WAITING_TO_LOCATE status
- All articles in WAITING_FOR_FORMAT status
- Quarantined articles
- Filter by status
- Search by part number or serial
- Sort by arrival date
- Batch selection for format generation
- Quick access to article details
Inspection Checklist
Standard Inspection Points
Standard Inspection Points
Visual Inspection:
- ✓ Part number matches PO
- ✓ Serial number recorded (if applicable)
- ✓ No visible damage
- ✓ Proper packaging
- ✓ Labels legible and correct
- ✓ FAA 8130 present and valid
- ✓ Certificate part number matches article
- ✓ Certificate serial number matches (if serialized)
- ✓ Certificate not expired
- ✓ Vendor certificate matches PO
- ✓ Quantity received matches PO
- ✓ Unit of measure correct
- ✓ No shortages or overages
- ✓ Condition code appropriate (SV, OH, etc.)
- ✓ Shelf-life items within date (if applicable)
- ✓ No signs of counterfeit
Certificate Management
QC maintains digital copies of certificates:- Upload: Scan certificates and attach to article record
- Storage: Certificates stored with article in system
- Retrieval: Accessible for audits and traceability
- Retention: Maintained per regulatory requirements
Integration with Warehouse
Seamless handoff to warehouse:Status Flow:INCOMING (QC) → WAITING_FOR_FORMAT (QC) → WAITING_TO_LOCATE (Warehouse) → LOCATED (Warehouse) → AVAILABLE (Inventory)Only QC-approved articles reach warehouse for location.
Inspection Metrics
QC tracks performance:- Articles inspected per day
- Inspection cycle time
- Quarantine rate
- Rejection rate
- Inspector productivity
- Certificate compliance rate
Regulatory Compliance
Aviation Quality Standards
Aviation Quality Standards
Quality Control ensures compliance with:
- FAA Regulations: Part 145, Part 43 requirements
- EASA Standards: Part 145 maintenance organization approvals
- Manufacturer Requirements: OEM quality standards
- AS9120 Quality: Aviation supplier quality management
User Workflows
For Quality Inspectors
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Daily Inspection:
- Review INCOMING queue
- Inspect physical articles
- Verify certificates
- Make disposition decisions
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Format Generation:
- Select approved articles
- Generate reception formats
- Print and attach to articles
- Transfer to warehouse
-
Quarantine Management:
- Investigate quarantined items
- Contact vendors for resolutions
- Disposition quarantine items
For QC Manager
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Oversight:
- Review inspection decisions
- Monitor quarantine status
- Audit certificate compliance
- Track inspector performance
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Vendor Quality:
- Analyze vendor quality trends
- Address recurring issues
- Update approved vendor lists
Best Practices
QC Best Practices:
- Inspect articles promptly upon receipt
- Never approve articles without proper certificates
- Photograph any discrepancies
- Maintain quarantine area security
- Document all inspection decisions
- Escalate suspect unapproved parts immediately
- Retain certificates with article records
- Conduct periodic self-audits
Reporting
Quality Control provides:- Incoming inspection backlog
- Quarantine status report
- Certificate compliance rate
- Vendor quality scorecard
- Inspection cycle time
- Rejection analysis