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REFERENCE DATA 51−01−00


General 1

BASIC DIMENSIONS 51−01−01


General 1

STATIONS − DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 51−01−02


General 1
Description
General
Abbreviations and Definitions

ZONES 51−01−03
General 1

ACCESS PROVISIONS 51−01−04


General 1
Identification Method
Aircraft Access Areas
Fuselage
Doors 2
Empennage 3
Nacelles and Pylons
Wing

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General 1
Approvals
Certification of NDT Personnel
External Agents Who Do NDT Inspection 2
Selection of NDT Method

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X−RAY 51−20−02
General 1
Source of X−Ray
Basic set−up of Radiography
Imaging by Film
Material Density 2
Exposure Control
Equipment and Accessories Required
Radiographic Procedure 3
Calibration Standard
Safety Requirements for Radiation Protection
Limitation of X−ray Method
Construction of Radiographic Films 8
Relationship between Tube Distance and Specimen 10
Penetrameters or Image Quality Indicators 13

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General 1
Principle of Operation
General
Generation of Ultrasonic Waves
Ultrasonic Waves Behavior 2
Ultrasonic Equipment 3
Ultrasonic Transducers 4
Calibration Reference Standard Blocks 5
Inspection Procedure 9
Acceptance or Rejection Criteria 10

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General 1
Operation Principles
Job Set−Up Information 2
General
Tools and Equipment

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Reference Information 3
Standard Practices Information
Procedure

MAGNETIC PARTICLE 51−20−07


General 1
Principles of Operation
General
Equipment and Test Materials
Magnetizing and Demagnetizing Equipment
Test Materials 2
Equipment/Material Calibration and Verification
Preparation of inspection Surfaces
Magnetization of the Inspection Surface 3
Types of Magnetic Fields used in MPI
Magnetizing Current and Field Strength Verification
Magnetizing Current for Coils 4
Indicator Media (Magnetic Particles) 5
Dry Method Powder
Wet Method (Suspensions)
Application of Magnetic Particles
Wet continuous method, portable equipment
Wet continuous method, bench−type equipment
Dry continuous method, portable equipment
Inspection 6
Viewing Area
Lighting
Inspection Coverage
Inspection Start Amperage
Circular and Longitudinal Magnetization
After Magnetizination
Distinct Relevant Indications

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Evaluation of Indications
Causes of Nonrelevant Indications
False Indications Causes 7
Relevant Indications Causes
Demagnetization
Post Cleaning
Cleaning of Accepted Parts after MPI
System Performance Checks 8
Equipment Tests
Material Test 9
System Performance Verification 10

LIQUID PENETRANT−INSPECTION
PROCEDURES 51−20−08
General 1
Principles of Penetrant Inspection
Materials
Penetrants
Penetrant Methods
Penetrant Sensitivity Levels 2
Developers
Solvent Remover
Qualified Materials
Penetrant Selection
Miscellaneous 3
Facilities
Facilities Requirements
Equipment
Equipment Requirements
Equipment Material and Facilities Calibration and
Verification 4
Surface Preparation
Penetrant Application 6

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Penetrant Removal 7
Method A
Method C
Method D
Drying Parameters 8
Developer Application
Dry Developer (Form a)
Nonaqueous Developers (Form d and e) 9
Aqueous Developers (Form b and c)
Component Examination
General
Type I Process
Type II Process 10
Discontinuity Interpretation
Post Cleaning of Components
Quality Control Provisions 11

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General 1
General Visual Inspection
Detailed Inspection
Visual Inspection Equipment
Magnifiers
Rigid Borescopes
Flexible Borescopes 3
Other Inspection Aids
Preparation of Inspection Surfaces
Inspection Procedure 5
Confirmation and Indications

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REFERENCE DATA

1. General
A. This part contains data on basic dimensions, stations, zones, and access provisions. The
nondestructive testing procedures refer to data which help to locate and gain access to
the test areas.

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BASIC DIMENSIONS

1. General
Refer to Figure 1.
A. The dimensions of the aircraft are measured in planes parallel or perpendicular to the
fuselage reference plane. Chord lines are measured as projections on the wing reference
plane. The wing reference plane passes through WL 53.25 at the center line of the aircraft
and has a dihedral angle of +2.33 degrees with respect to the fuselage reference plane.

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4 ft. 8.00 in.


12 ft. 2.00 in. (1.42 m) 1
1 7 ft. 6.00 in.
(3.71 m)
19 ft. 2.00 in. (2.28 m)
1
(5.84 m)
9 ft. 6.00 in.
1
(2.89 m)

70 ft. 4.00 in.


5 ft. 6.00 in. (21.44 m)
1
(1.68 m) NOTES
Maximum ramp weight
1
47700 lb (21636.36 kg).
21 ft. (6.40 m) with the
2
elevator up.
30 ft. 9.00 in. Ground clearance is 4.00 in.
3
(9.37 m) (0.10 m) with the
passenger door down .

8 ft. 10.00 in. 20 ft. 4.00 in.


(2.69 m) (6.20 m)

PASSENGER COMPARTMENT 13 ft. 11.00 in.


INTERNAL DIMENSIONS (4.24 m)

Length 43 ft. 3.00 in. (13.86 m)


Width (max dia) 8 ft. 2.00 in. (2.49 m)
Headroom (max) 6 ft. 1.00 in. (1.85 m)
Floor width 7 ft. 2.00 in. (2.18 m) 4 ft. 2.00 in.
Floor area 354.79 ft.2 (32.96 m 2 ) (1.27 m)

12 ft. 7.00 in.


3 ft. 2.00 in. (3.84 m)
(0.97 m)
20 ft. 8.00 in. 1
(6.30 m) 2
ram0610000_001(2).dg, gl/gw, 08/08/01

5 ft. 3.50 in. 5 ft. 8.00 in. 4 ft. 2.00 in. 1


1 3 1
(1.61 m) (1.73 m) (1.27 m)

80 ft. 0.00 in. (24.38 m)


88 ft. 5.00 in. (26.95 m)
Aircraft Basic Dimensions
Figure 1

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1.45 m

1.57 m
21.23 m

9.30 m

2.69 m 4.27 m 6.20 m

SCALE

0 2 4 6 8 10 m

1.37 m

0.91 m 3.83 m

rpm0200000_003.dg, kms, 28/03/96

11.4 m
24.38 m

26.77 m

Aircraft Basic Dimensions (Metric)


Figure 2

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STATIONS − DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

1. General
Refer to Figure 1 through Figure 8.
A. This section gives data on the aircraft stations for the areas that follow:
− Aircraft
− Fuselage
− Wing
− Horizontal stabilizer and elevator
− Vertical stabilizer and rudder
− Nacelle and pylon.

2. Description

A. General
(1) This section gives data about references planes and lines that are found throughout
this Chapter. References planes divide the aircraft into stations. Reference lines
divide the aircraft into waterlines and buttock lines. All reference planes and
reference lines are measured in inches.

B. Abbreviations and Definitions


(1) Fuselage Stations (FS)
(a) The fuselage stations are measured perpendicular to the fuselage center line.
FS0.00 is 144.00 inches (365.76 cm) forward of the nose of the aircraft.
(2) Wing Stations (WS)
(a) The wing stations are measured perpendicular to the wing reference plane and
parallel to the center line of the fuselage.
(3) Horizontal Stabilizer (HS) and Elevator Stations (ES)
(a) The horizontal stabilizer stations are measured perpendicular to the center line
of the horizontal stabilizer rear spar.
(b) The elevator stations are measured perpendicular to the elevator hinge center
line.
(4) Vertical Stabilizer (VS) and Rudder Stations (RS)
(a) The vertical stabilizer stations are measured perpendicular to the center line of
the vertical stabilizer rear−spar.
(b) The rudder stations are measured perpendicular to the rudder center line.
(5) Nacelle (XN) and Pylon Stations (FS)
(a) The nacelle stations are measured perpendicular to the nacelle center line. XN
0.00 is 100.72 inches (255.82 cm) forward of the nacelle nose cowl.
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(b) The pylon stations are measured perpendicular to the fuselage center line.
(6) Waterline (WL)
(a) The waterlines are horizontal lines perpendicular to the buttock line (BL) and
parallel to the fuselage center line.
(7) Buttock Line (BL)
(a) The buttock lines are vertical lines perpendicular to the waterline (WL) and the
fuselage center line. The buttock lines are parallel to the fuselage vertical
center−line.
(8) Maximum Half Breadth (MHB)
(a) The maximum half−breadth line is the geometric center of the fuselage from
the forward to aft ends of the aircraft. The line joins the points of maximum
half−width and half−height of the fuselage at specified fuselage stations.

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FWD AFT
EXTENSION EXTENSION
FWD FWD/MID MID AFT EMPENNAGE
FUSELAGE FUSELAGE FUSELAGE FUSELAGE

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FS755.00

FS409.00

FS280.00

FS144.00
FS559.00
FS559 + 112

FS409 + 128
WL242.00
WL235.00
WL222.50
1o 30’

NACELLE C
L WL123.483

Aircraft Stations
Figure 1 (Sheet 1)
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FS549.79
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WS0.00
BL0.00

15 o

WGLTS48.89

WGLTS0.00

WS45.00
WS389.00
WS407.08

WS22.50
WS65.75
WS80.50
WS148.018
WS127.25
WS178.00
A FS409+98

WS220.00
VIEW LOOKING AFT
WS264.00
WS407.082

WS353.00
BL86.179

CL FUSELAGE
A
NACELLE CL

WS163.00
WS330.25
WS343.50

FS585.00
WS389.00

2o

XN100.72 B

XN135.845
XN151.14 FS625.30
XN155.315 FS843.80
XN177.00 FS652.264 FS863.00
XN185.00 FS886.00
rnd5101020_003.dg, pm/cc, 23/11/05

XN200.00 FS674.737 FS903.00


XN218.00 FS943.00
XN230.131
BL122.00

BL104.10
BL111.00

BL88.10
BL72.50
BL56.90
BL41.30
BL25.70
BL16.50

Aircraft Stations
Figure 1 (Sheet 2)

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Figure 2
Fuselage Stations
FS144.00
FS169.00
FS202.75 * FS193.00
FS220.00 FS210.00
FWD

FS235.00
FUSELAGE

FS250.00
FS265.00
WL79.50

FS280.00
rnd5101020_002.dg, kms/cc, 23/11/05

FS295.00
FS310.00
FS319.70
FS333.00
FS349.00
FS364.00
FWD/MID
FUSELAGE

FS379.00
FS394.00
FS409.00
FS409.00 + 16
FS409.00 + 32
FS409.00 + 48
FS409.00 + 64
FWD

FS409.00 + 80
WL73.50

FS409.00 + 96
EXTENSION

FS409.00 + 112
FS409.00 + 128
FS424.00
FS439.00
FS449.85
FS461.00
FS473.15
MID

FS484.00
FS499.00
FS513.00
FUSELAGE

FS529.00
FS544.00
FS559.00
FS559.00 + 16
FS559.00 + 32
FS559.00 + 48
AFT

FS559.00 + 64
FS559.00 + 80
EXTENSION

FS559.00 + 96
FS559.00 + 112
FS574.00
FS589.00
FS605.00
FS625.30 FS621.00 *
FS640.00
AFT

FS654.50
FS672.20
FUSELAGE

FS682.00

WL97.50
FS700.00
FS718.00
FS736.00
FS755.00

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WGLTS
WGLTS33.00 49.89 WGLTS
WGLTS26.00
WGLTS19.00 0.00
WGLTS12.50
WGLTS3.25 WGLTS6.36
WGLTS0.00
WS407.08 WS407.08

LEGEND WS389.00
WS377.40 15
BL. Buttock line. TRUE
WS366.00 FS. Fuselage station.
WGLTS. Winglet station. WS
WS353.00
WL. Water line. 353.00
WS341.89 WS343.50
WS330.25 WRP. Wing reference plane.
WS321.32 WS. Wing station.
WS317.85 WS314.50 WRP

WS292.00 WS294.50
WS282.00
WS277.10 WS274.00
WS264.00
WS255.36 WS260.00
WS252.8
WS246.93 WS247.90
WS242.00 WL
53.25
WS226.51
WS220.00
WS213.08
WS199.00
WS191.44
WS183.00 WS178.00
WS162.49 WS163.00
WS149.58 WS148.019 WS
WS139.924 WS143.189 WS139.54 148.019
WS137.00
WS127.25
WS120.382
WS104.099 WS106.40
WS97.70 WS96.13 WS
WS93.00 WS85.50
96.13
WS80.50
WS75.27 WS66.20
WS65.75
WS58.50 2 20
WS50.54
WS56.30 WS 47.61
BL45.00
WS29.42
rnd5101020_004.dg, gg/cc, 23/11/05

BL0.00 WS0.00
WING
AIRCRAFT ORIGIN
CENTERLINE FS511.00 FS411.00
(REF) (REF) (REF)

Wing Stations
Figure 3

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BL122.00

+
HORIZONTAL STABILIZER
FRONT SPAR STATIONS BL102.25
BL95.49
NO.3 HINGE BL96.26

BL88.10 FS937.13
BL55.88 BL72.51 WL242.28
NO.2 HINGE
BL15.25 BL56.91
NO.1 HINGE

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BL16.55
BL41.32

WL243.50 BL25.72
BL112.00
FS903.76
118.63
BL7.37 110.63

Figure 4
102.06
93.49
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FS886.00 84.93
(STAB PIVOT)

Horizontal Stabilizer Stations


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50.65
42.08
FS863.00
31.99
BL0.00 WL242.00
21.91

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BL6.00
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RIB NO.13 ES103.419

RIB NO.12 ES94.52


ES103.41
WL242.28
RIB NO.11 ES86.26
BL95.49 HINGE NO.3

FS897.42
RIB NO.10 ES77.68

RIB NO.9 ES69.10 FS937.13

RIB NO.8A ES62.02


ES60.52 ES60.52
RIB NO.8 ES59.02
WL242.88
RIB NO.7 ES52.42
BL55.88 HINGE NO.2
RIB NO.6 ES44.72

RIB NO.5 ES36.82

RIB NO.4
ES28.92
RIB NO.3
ES16.52
RIB NO.2 ES21.02 WL243.50
RIB NO.1 ES16.52 HINGE
BL15.25
ES12.02 FS903.76 NO.1
BL6.00
AIRCRAFT
REAR SPAR CENTERLINE
rnd5101002_003.dg, rm, 23/11/05

(95%) ES0.00

FRONT SPAR
(73%) HINGE
CENTERLINE
70%

Elevator Stations
Figure 5

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+ VERTICAL STABILIZER
FRONT SPAR STATIONS
++ VERTICAL STABILIZER
REAR SPAR STATIONS

175.20

160.06
155.06
145.35 158.71
136.80
+
128.25
119.70 139.20
111.16
128.25
102.61
94.06 117.75
86.52
78.98 103.11
71.94
+
64.90 +
86.11
56.06

69.11

52.11

23.11 37.11 rnd510102_001.dg,kms,21/06/01

Vertical Stabilizer Stations


Figure 6

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RS162.96
RUDDER SPAR
CENTERLINE

RS151.50
RS148.85

RS144.86
RS142.63
2.25(REF)
RS136.90
RS133.33
RS131.17

RS125.44

RS121.80
RS119.71

RS113.98
RS110.27
RS108.25

RS102.52
RS98.75
RS95.57
RS92.94
RS90.32
RS87.69
RS85.07

RS81.50
RS78.81

RS72.78
RS71.58
RS66.75

RS61.66 RS60.72

RS54.69
RS52.48
RS51.75
rsr5500000_003.dc, sw ,19/09/90

RS47.75

RS40.45
HINGE
CENTERLINE
(72.5%)
Rudder Stations
Figure 7

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XN100.72
XN105.00

FS589.00
XN121.60
FS59600

FS605.00
XN135.845
FS614.00
FS621.00
XN151.40 FS625.30
XN156.62

XN164.73 FS640.00

XN170.00

FS654.50
XN185.00
ZN112.780 AT FS663.40
XN190.59 YN97.750
XN196.18 FBL72.606 AT FS672.20
XN200.00 FWL120.632
XN205.70
XN208.39 FS682.00

XN214.00

XN221.96
FS700.00
XN227.80
XN232.87
XN237.93 FS711.40
XN243.00 FS718.00
XN247.90
rsr0635000_002.dc,kms,21/06/01
FB123.483
ZN100.00

FS736.00
PBL0.00

Nacelle and Pylon Stations


Figure 8

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ZONES

1. General
A. Zones are identified for maintenance functions. This data makes it easier to find the
location of work areas and components.
B. The aircraft is divided into eight major zones which have numbers from 100 to 800 in
increments of 100. Each major zone is divided into major subzones and unit zones. For
example, the main landing gear (MLG) is located in Major Zone 700 and the left MLG is
located in Major Subzone 730 and identified as Unit Zone 732.
C. Details related to the zone identification numbers are given in the figures that follow:

(1) Major Zones


Refer to Figure 1.
(a) The aircraft is divided into eight major zones. Each major zone is identified by
the first digit (of the three−digit number) followed by two zeroes.

(2) Major Subzones


(a) Major subzones are subdivisions of the major zones. Each major subzone is
identified by the second digit (of the three−digit number) followed by one zero.
1 Fuselage, Empennage, Landing Gear, and Doors
Refer to Figure 2.
2 Wing, Nacelles and Pylons
Refer to Figure 3.

(3) Unit Zones


(a) Unit zones are subdivisions of the major subzones. EAch unit zone is identified
by the third digit of the three−digit number. If the last digit is an odd number,
then the unit zone describes the left side. If the last digit is an even number,
then the unit zone describes the right side.
1 Fuselage and Empennage
Refer to Figure 4.
2 Nacelles and Pylons
Refer to Figure 5.
3 Wing
Refer to Figure 6.
4 Landing Gear and Doors
Refer to Figure 7.
5 Doors
Refer to Figure 8.

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800 800 800 800

200 300

100
700 800 700

400 400
600 500

700 700 700


rip5101030_002.dg, kms/cc, 24/11/05

Major Zones
Figure 1

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ZONE DESCRIPTION
100 Lower half of the fuselage to rear pressure bulkhead
200 Upper half of the fuselage to rear pressure bulkhead
300 Empennage
400 Power plants (nacelle and pylon)
500 Left wing
600 Right wing
700 Landing gear and landing gear doors
800 Doors − load carrying, pressure barrier, and latchable
Major Zones
Key to Figure 1

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830
830 230 830 840 840 160 830
210
320
110
240 250 260 270 280 350
220 310 360
130 140 150 190 740 170
120 710 810 730 190

340

330
ram0620000_002(2).dc, kms/pm, 22/06/98

Major Subzones − Fuselage, Empennage, Landing Gear, and Doors


Figure 2

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SUBZONES DESCRIPTION
110 Radome
120 Lower nose compartment, from FS169.00 to FS202.75, below WL79.50
130 Lower forward fuselage, from FS202.75 to FS280.00, and below WL79.50
140 Main avionics compartment, from FS280.00 to FS409.00+80, below
WL73.50
150 Forward environmental control system (ECS) compartment, from
FS409.00+80 to FS409.00+128, below WL73.50
160 Lower midfuselage, from FS409.00+128 to FS559.00, below WL73.50
170 Aft ECS compartment, from FS559.00 to FS621.00, below WL73.50
190 Wing to fuselage fairing
210 Forward equipment compartment, from FS169.00 to FS202.75, above
WL79.50
220 Flight compartment, from FS202.75 to FS280.00, above WL79.50
230 Passenger compartment, from FS280.00 to FS349.00, above WL73.50
240 Passenger compartment, from FS349.00 to FS409.00, above WL73.50
250 Passenger compartment, from FS409.00 to FS409.00+128, above
WL73.50
260 Passenger compartment, from FS409.00+128 to FS559.00, above
WL73.50
270 Passenger compartment, from FS559.00 to aft cabin bulkhead, above
WL73.50
280 Cargo compartment, from aft cabin bulkhead to FS621.00, above
WL73.50
310 Aft equipment compartment, from FS621.00 to FS755.00
320 Vertical stabilizer and rudder
330 Horizontal stabilizer, left side
340 Horizontal stabilizer, right side
350 Fuselage/stabilizer section, from FS755.00 to VS67.5% rear spar
360 Tail cone, from VS67.5% rear spar to FS864.00
710 Nose landing gear (NLG) and doors
730 Left MLG and door
740 Right MLG and door
810 Main avionics compartment door
830 Left side upper fuselage pressurized doors
840 Right side upper fuselage pressurized doors
Major Subzones − Fuselage, Empennage, Landing Gear, and Doors
Key to Figure 2

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670

660

630
690
650

680 440 420

620

640

610

510

540

520

580 430 410

550
590
530

560
ram0620000_003.dc, gl, 19/08/92

570

Major Subzones − Wing and Power Plant


Figure 3

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SUBZONES
DESCRIPTION
LEFT/RIGHT
410/420 Pylon
430/440 Nacelle
510/610 Center wing box
520/620 Inboard leading edge
530/630 Outboard leading edge
540/640 Inboard wing box, from BL 45.00 to WS148.019, front spar to auxiliary
spar
550/650 Outboard wing box, from WS148.019 to WS353.00, front spar to rear spar
560/660 Wing plug, from WS353.00 to WS389.00
570/670 Wingtip
580/680 Inboard trailing edge, aft of the auxiliary spar to the trailing edge, from
fuselage to WS148.019
590/690 Outboard trailing edge, aft of the rear spar to the trailing edge, from
WS148.019 to WS353.00
Major Subzones − Wing and Power Plant
Key to Figure 3

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211 221 243 253 263 273


111 212 222 244 254 264 274 323 324 326

325

231 241 251 261 271 281 311


232 242 252 262 272 282 312 327

131 141 191 151 165 161 193 163 195 171 351 361
FS235.00 132 142 192 152 162 164 196 172 352 362

FLIGHT CONTROLS FORWARD AVIONICS


COMPARTMENT COMPARTMENT

344
344

341 342

122 132 326

111
123
121 131
331 332
334
ram0620000_004(2).dc, kms/pm, 22/06/98

333
FS202.75 FS235.00
B
PLAN VIEW
A

Unit Zones − Fuselage and Empennage


Figure 4

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UNIT ZONES
DESCRIPTION
LEFT/RIGHT
111 Radome, from FS144.00 to FS169.00
121/122 Nose hydraulics /air driven generator (ADG) compartment, from
FS169.00 to FS202.75, below WL79.50, outboard of the NLG wheel well
123 NLG wheel well, from FS169.00 to FS235.00, below WL79.50
131/132 Forward avionics and flight controls compartment, from FS202.75 to
FS280.00, below WL79.50, outboard of the NLG wheel well
141/142 Main avionics compartment, from FS280.00 to FS409.00+80, below
WL73.50
151/152 Forward ECS compartment, from FS409.00+80 to FS409.00+128, below
WL73.50
161/162 Lower midfuselage, from FS409.00+128 to FS511.00, below WL69.00
(pressure floor), excluding center wing
163/164 MLG wheel well, FS511.00 to FS559.00, below WL69.00 (pressure floor)
165 Mid lower fuselage, between pressure floor and cabin floor, from
FS409.00+128 to FS559.00
171/172 Aft ECS compartment, from FS559;00 to FS621.00, below WL73.50
191/192 Wing−to−fuselage fairing, forward
193 Forward MLG fairing, forward of FS511.00
195/196 Wing−to−fuselage fairing, at FS559.00
211/212 Forward equipment compartment, from FS169.00 to FS202.75, above
WL79.50
221/222 Flight compartment, from FS202.75 to FS280.00, above WL79.50
231/232 Passenger compartment, from FS280.00 to FS349.00, above WL73.50
241/242 Passenger compartment, from FS349.00 to FS409.00, above WL73.50
and below WL128.90
243/244 Passenger compartment overhead bins ceiling, from FS349.00 to
FS409.00, above WL128.90 (overhead bins)
251/252 Passenger compartment, from FS409.00 to FS409.00+128, above
WL73.50 and below WL128.90
253/254 Passenger compartment ceiling, from FS409.00 to FS409.00+128,
above WL128.90
261/262 Passenger compartment, from FS409.00+128 to FS559.00, above
WL73.50 and below WL128.90
263/264 Passenger compartment ceiling, from FS409.00+128 to FS559.00,
above WL128.90
271/272 Passenger compartment, from FS559.00 to aft cabin bulkhead, above
WL73.50 and below WL128.90
Unit Zones − Fuselage and Empennage
Key to Figure 4

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UNIT ZONES
DESCRIPTION
LEFT/RIGHT
273/274 Passenger compartment, from FS559.00 to aft cabin bulkhead, above
WL128.90
281/282 Cargo compartment, from aft cabin bulkhead to FS621.00
311/312 Aft equipment compartment, from FS621.00 to FS755.00
323 Ram air intake and dorsal fairing
324 Leading edge of the vertical stabilizer
325 Vertical stabilizer, from VS 20.0% front spar to VS 67.5% rear spar
326 Vertical stabilizer tip
327 Rudder
331/341 Leading edge of the horizontal stabilizer
332/342 Horizontal stabilizer, from front spar to rear spar
333/343 Horizontal stabilizer tip
334/344 Elevator
351/352 Fuselage/stabilizer section
361/362 Tail cone
Unit Zones − Fuselage and Empennage
Key to Figure 4 (Continued)

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441 442 443 444 445 446

421 422 423

411 412 413

ram0620000_007.dc, GL, 03/10/90.

431 432 433 434 435 436

Unit Zones − Nacelles and Pylons


Figure 5

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UNIT ZONES
AIRCRAFT LOCATION
LEFT/RIGHT
411/421 Pylon leading edge
412/422 Pylon midsection
413/423 Pylon trailing edge
431/441 Nose cowl
432/442 Nose access cowl
433/443 Thrust reverser torque box
434/444 Translating cowl
435/445 Cowl core
436/446 Tail pipe
Unit Zones − Nacelles and Pylons
Key to Figure 5

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572
672
560 571
660 671

599 552
699 652
LEFT WING SHOWN
−500 LEFT
598 −600 RIGHT
698
597 551
697 651

596
696

595
695 530
630
594
694

593
693

592 542
692 642
591
541
691
641
586
686
585
520
685
620
584
684
ram0620000_008(1).dc lc, 26/04/93

583
683
582
682 510
610
581
681
CL
Unit Zones − Left and Right Wings
Figure 6

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UNIT ZONES
AIRCRAFT LOCATION
LEFT/RIGHT
541/641 Inboard wing box, BL45.00 to WS148.019, front spar to rear spar
542/642 Inboard wing between rear spar and auxiliary spar
551/651 Outboard wing, WS148.019 to canted WS314.50, front spar to rear spar
552/652 Dry bay, canted WS314.50 to WS353.00, front spar to rear spar
571/671 Wingtip extension, WS389.00 to WS407.08
572/672 Winglet
581/681 Trailing edge of the inboard wing, aft of the auxiliary spar, fuselage to
WS148.019
582/682 Inboard ground spoiler
583/683 Inboard flap inboard hinge fairing, at WS80.50
584/684 Inboard flap and vane
585/685 Outboard ground spoiler
586/686 Inboard flap outboard hinge fairing, at WS127.25
591/691 Trailing edge of the outboard wing, aft of the rear spar, WS148.019 to
WS282.00
592/692 Outboard flap inboard hinge fairing, at WS178.00
593/693 Flight spoiler
594/694 Outboard flap and vane
595/695 Outboard flap center hinge fairing, at WS220.00
596/696 Spoileron
597/697 Outboard flap outboard hinge fairing, at WS264.00
598/698 Aileron shroud, WS282.00 to WS353.00
599/699 Aileron
Unit Zones − Wing
Key to Figure 6

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710

740 730

712

713

714

711

732
742

ram0620000_006 GL, 23/08/90.

731
741

Unit Zones − Landing Gear and Landing Gear Doors


Figure 7

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ZONE(L/R) AIRCRAFT LOCATION


711/712 Forward nose landing gear door
713 Aft nose landing gear door
714 Nose landing gear
731/741 MLG
732/742 MLG door
Unit Zones − Landing Gear and Landing Gear Doors
Key to Figure 7

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831 832 833

811 834

DOORS − LEFT SIDE

843 841

ram0620000_005.dg, kms/pm, 22/06/98

DOORS − RIGHT SIDE

Unit Zones − Doors


Figure 8

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ZONE(L/R) AIRCRAFT LOCATION


811 Main avionics compartment door
831 Crew escape hatch
832 Passenger door
833/843 Overwing emergency exits, left side/right side
834 Cargo door
841 Service door
Unit Zones − Doors
Key to Figure 8

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ACCESS PROVISIONS

1. General
A. This section uses an alphanumeric code to identify the access doors, panels, and fairings
on the aircraft.
B. To make it easier to find the different access doors, panels, and fairings, the aircraft is
divided into the areas that follow:
− Fuselage
− Doors
− Empennage
− Nacelles and Pylons
− Wing.

2. Identification Method
A. Each access door, panel, and fairing has a two−group identification code that indicates
its position on the aircraft as follows:
(1) A three−digit numeric group identifies the zone where the access doors, panels, and
fairings are located (Refer to Part 1, 51−01−03).
(2) A two−or three−letter group gives the correct position of the access door, panel,
and fairing as follows:
(a) The first letter identifies the general position of the access door, panel, and
fairing on the aircraft. It starts with the letter A" and goes from front to rear and
inboard to outboard.
NOTE: The letters I" and O" are not used.
(b) The second letter identifies the location of the access door, panel, and fairing in
relation to the aircraft as follows:
− T = Top
− B = Bottom
− L = Left side
− R = Right side
− Z = Internal.
(c) An optional third letter is used to further identify floor, wall, or ceiling panels as
follows:
− F = Floor panels
− W = Wall panels
− C = Ceiling panels.

3. Aircraft Access Areas

A. Fuselage

(1) Access Panels, Fairings, and Doors − Fuselage External Areas


Refer to Figure 1.
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(2) Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment/Main Avionics Floors


(a) On aircraft pre−Service Bulletin 601R−53−023, refer to Figure 2 (Configuration
No. 1).
(b) On aircraft post−Service Bulletin 601R−53−023, refer to Figure 3
(Configuration No. 2).

(3) Access Panels − Underfloor Structures


Refer to Figure 4

(4) Flight Compartment


(a) Flight Compartment
Refer to Figure 5.
(b) Flight Compartment, Overhead Area
Refer to Figure 6.
(c) Glareshield
Refer to Figure 7.
(d) Flight Compartment, FS280.0
Refer to Figure 8.

(5) Passenger Compartment


(a) Access Panels − Service Door Areas
Refer to Figure 9.

(6) Access Panels − Nosewheel Well


Refer to Figure 10.

B. Doors

(1) Access Panels − Passenger Door


(a) On Aircraft Pre−Modsum 601R13193, refer to Figure 11 (Configuration No. 1).
(b) On Aircraft Post−Modsum 601R13193, refer to Figure 12 (Configuration No. 2).

(2) Lining Panels − Service Door


(a) On Aircraft Pre−Modsum 601R11126, refer to Figure 13 (Configuration No. 1).
(b) On Aircraft Post−Modsum 601R11126, refer to Figure 14 (Configuration No. 2).

(3) Access Panels − Service Door


Refer to Figure 15.

(4) Access and Lining Panels − Overwing Emergency−Exit Doors


Refer to Figure 16.
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(5) Lining Panels − Crew Escape Hatch


Refer to Figure 17.

C. Empennage

(1) Access Panels − Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizers


Refer to Figure 18.

(2) Removable Fairings − Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizers


Refer to Figure 19.

(3) Access Panels and Doors − Internal and External Empennage


Refer to Figure 20.

D. Nacelles and Pylons

(1) Access Panels and Removable Fairings − Nacelles and Pylons


Refer to Figure 21.

E. Wing

(1) Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface
(a) On aircraft pre−service bulletin 601R−57−014, refer to Figure 22
(Configuration No. 1).
(b) On aircraft post−service bulletin 601R−57−014, refer to Figure 23
(Configuration No. 2).

(2) Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Lower−Surface
Refer to Figure 24.

(3) Access panel − Left and Right Wing Leading−Edge


Refer to Figure 25.

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162 212 212
AB CL AL

172 172 196 196 162 193 162 162 162 192 142 132 212 122 122
CR BR AR BL FL AB EL DL CL BR BR AL BR CR AR
142
NOTE AR
Foreward lavatory
211 211 installation only.
AL CL

212 211
111 ALW
ALW
BL

111 121 131 141 141 191 161 161 161 193 161 195
AL AL AL AL BL BB CL DL EL AB FL BL

FS 169.00 FS 202.75
LOOKING AFT LOOKING AFT

121 131 191 191 193 163 195


AL AL BB AB AB AB AL
ram0641000_001.dg, jc, 11/10/01

122 122 122 132 142 192 192 195 196 195
AR CR BR AL BR BB BR AB AL BB

Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Fuselage External Areas


Figure 1

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT/AREA ACCESS
NUMBER ACCESS
111AL Radome Weather radar
111BL Access panel Air driven generator (ADG) oil sight gauge
Hydraulic brake controls, nose landing gear (NLG)
121AL Access panel hydraulic retraction/extension controls, NLG
hydraulic steering controls
122AR ADG
122BR Door AC ground power receptacle
122CR External service panel
131AL/132AL Access panel Flight controls
141AL Passenger door hinge (forward)
Fairing
141BL Passenger door hinge (aft)
142AR Forward lavatory servicing point (if installed)
Door
142BR Potable water servicing point
161CL/162CL Access panel Wing to fuselage frame attachment (forward)
161DL/162DL Overwing to fuselage (forward)
161EL/162EL Fairing Overwing to fuselage (center)
161FL/162FL Overwing to fuselage (aft)
162AB Door Refuel/defuel control panel
163AB Main Landing Gear (MLG) wheel well bin
172BR Fairing Ground air conditioning connection
172CR Wash water servicing point
191AB Access panel Wing attachments forward keel beam
191BB/192BB Fairing Wing to fuselage (forward)
192BR Door Pressure refueling adaptor
193AB Center wing lower extension
195AB Rear wing to fuselage (center)
Fairing
195AL/196AL Rear wing to fuselage (left/right)
195BB Rear wing to fuselage (rear)
195BL/196BL No. 3A standby hydraulic pump
196AR Door Lavatory servicing point
211AL/212AL Forward equipment compartment
211CL/212CL Access panel Windshield wiper
Composite
211ALW/212ALW Forward pressure bulkhead
bulkhead
212BR Door Oxygen refill
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Fuselage External Areas
Key to Figure 1

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282KRF
282JRF 282GRF
282FRF 281DLF
282HRF
281JLF
282ERF
272FRF 281LLF
272DRF
H
272ERF BL9.0
272CRF G BL27.0

262DRF F
262CRF E 281CLF

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D 281HLF
252CRF 281BLF
281GLF
252BRF
281FLF
242CRF 281KLF
C 281ELF
242BRF
271BLF 281ALF
232CRF 271FLF

Figure 2
271ALF
271DLF
232BRF 271CLF
271ELF
B
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261DLF
A 261CLF
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261ALF
222BRF
251CLF
251BLF FUSELAGE STATION
251ALF NUMBERS
CRJ200

241CLF A : FS349.00
B : FS409.00
C : FS424.00
D

51−01−04
Part 1
241BLF : FS559.00

Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment Floor (Configuration No. 1)


231CLF E : FS559+48
231BLF F : FS559+80
231ALF G : FS559+112
141ALF H : FS589.00
221ALF

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT


141ALF
141BLF
221ALF
222BRF Floor panel − crawlway
231ALF
231BLF
231CLF
232BRF
Galley potable water tank
235BRF
232CRF
241BLF
241CLF
242BRF
242CRF
251ALF
251BLF
251CLF
252BRF
252CRF
261ALF
261CLF Floor panel
261DLF
262CRF
262DRF
271ALF
271BLF
271CLF
271DLF
271ELF
271FLF
272CRF
272DRF
Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment Floor (Configuration No.1)
Key to Figure 2 (Continued on next page)

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT


272ERF
272FRF
281ALF
281BLF
281CLF
281DLF
281ELF
281FLF
281GLF Floor panel
281HLF
281JLF
281KLF
281LLF
282ERF
282FRF
282GRF
282HRF
282JRF
Components of the lavatory potable water
285JRF
282KRF Floor panel
Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment Floor (Configuration No.1)
Key to Figure 2

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285JRF
282FRF 282MRF
282JRF 282KRF
282GRF
282LRF 281DLF
282HRF 281JLF
281LLF
282ERF H
272FRF BL9.0
G BL27.0
272ERF 272DRF
F
262DRF
E 281CLF
272CRF
262CRF 281HLF

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2


D
252CRF 281BLF
281GLF
252BRF
281FLF
242CRF 281KLF
C 281ELF
242BRF
271BLF 281ALF
235BRF 271FLF

Figure 3
271ALF
271DLF
232CRF 271CLF
271ELF
Part 1 − General Information

B
232BRF 261DLF
A 261CLF
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261ALF
222BRF
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251CLF
251BLF FUSELAGE STATION
251ALF NUMBERS
241CLF A : FS349.00
B : FS409.00
C : FS424.00
241BLF D : FS559.00

51−01−04
Part 1
Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment Floor (Configuration No. 2)
231CLF E : FS559+48
231BLF F : FS559+80
231ALF G : FS559+112
141ALF H : FS589.00
221ALF

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT


141ALF
141BLF
221ALF
222BRF Floor panel − crawlway
231ALF
231BLF
231CLF
232BRF
Galley potable water tank
235BRF
232CRF
241BLF
241CLF
242BRF
242CRF
251ALF
251BLF
251CLF
252BRF
Floor panel
252CRF
261ALF
261CLF
261DLF
262CRF
262DRF
271ALF
271BLF
271CLF
Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment Floor (Configuration No. 2)
Key to Figure 3 (Continued on next page)

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 10


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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT


271DLF
271ELF
271FLF
272CRF
272DRF
272ERF
272FRF
281ALF
281BLF
Floor panel
281CLF
281DLF
281ELF
281FLF
281GLF
281HLF
281JLF
281KLF
281LLF
282ERF
282LRF
Components of the lavatory potable water
282FRF
282MRF
282GRF
Floor panel
282HRF
282JRF
Components of the lavatory potable water
285JRF
282KRF Floor panel
Access Panels − Passenger/Cargo Compartment Floor (Configuration No. 2)
Key to Figure 3

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 11


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165DZ

165BZ

165CZ
165AZ

164AZ
164CZ

163CZ 163AZ

164BZ
ram0641000_003.dg, jc, 24/09/01

163BZ
Access Panels − Underfloor Structures
Figure 4

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 12


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
165AZ
165CZ Underfloor
Structure inspection
inspection, above pressure floor
165BZ access panel
165DZ
163AZ MLG wheel
Main wheel well components
163BZ bin
Underfloor
163CZ Hydraulic beam components
access panel
164AZ MLG wheel
Main wheel well components
164BZ bin
Underfloor
164CZ Hydraulic beam components
access panel
Access Panels − Underfloor Structures
Key to Figure 4

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 13


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221LZ 221KZ
(222LZ) (222KZ)

222JZ
221EZ (221JZ)
(222EZ)

222GZ
222QZ (221GZ)
(221QZ)
222RZ
(221RZ)

221DZ
(222DZ)

221CZ
(222CZ) 222SZ
(221SZ)
222PZ
222AZ
222NZ (221PZ)
(221AZ)
222BZ (221NZ) 222HZ
(221BZ) (221HZ)
222MZ
(221MZ)
rnd5101040_001.dg, lr, 08/06/04

Access Panels, Doors, and Covers − Flight Compartment


Figure 5

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 14


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Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
221AZ/222AZ Structure, electrical wires
Door Structure, electrical wires, Environmental Control
221BZ/222BZ
System (ECS) duct
Lamp dimmer, temperature controller, fan/sensor
unit, ADSHC, dimmer, ECS duct, insulation,
221CZ/222CZ
structure, electrical wires, power supply, oxygen
Access panel lines
JB7, oxygen lines, ECS duct, insulation, structure,
221DZ/222DZ
electrical wires, JB6, control unit
221EZ/222EZ Insulation, structure
Cover
221GZ/222GZ Rudder pedal attachment
221HZ/222HZ Access panel Rudder pedal attachment
221JZ/222JZ Handwheel attaching parts
221KZ/222KZ Flight control cables pulley
221LZ/222LZ Handwheel attaching parts
Cover
221MZ/222MZ Flight control cables pulley
221NZ/222NZ Flight control cables, control column attachment
221PZ/222PZ Control column attachment
Insulation, structure, power supply, and lamp
221QZ/222QZ
dimmer
Access panel
221RZ/222RZ Front pressure bulkhead, pitot−static lines
221SZ/222SZ Insulation, structure
Access Panels, Doors, and Covers − Flight Compartment
Key to Figure 5

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 15


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221BLC

222CLC
(221CLC)

FS276.00

222DLC
(221DLC)

221ALC
SIDE
WINDOW
221TZ

222VZ
(221VZ)
WINDSHIELD
222UZ 222ELW
(221UZ) (221ELW)
rnd5101040_002.dg, lr, 22/06/04

222WZ
(221WZ) 222FLW
(221FLW)
FS276.00
A RIGHT SIDE SHOWN
Panels, Covers, and Cap − Flight Compartment Overhead Area
Figure 6

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 16


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Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
221TZ
Cover
221UZ/222UZ
Structure
221VZ/222VZ Cap
221WZ/222WZ Trim panel
Ceiling trim
221ALC Electrical wires, ECS duct, insulation, structure
panel
Door trim
221BLC Structure
panel
Head lining Electrical wires, ECS duct, insulation, structure, and
221CLC/222CLC
panel escape rope
Upper sill trim
221DLC/222DLC
panel
Structure
Lower sill trim
221ELW/222ELW
panel
221FLW/222FLW Wall panel Electrical wires, structure
Panels, Covers, and Cap − Flight Compartment Overhead Area
Key to Figure 6

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 17


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221CB

221BB

221AB
222CB
rnd5101040_003.dg, ds, 26/10/04

222BB
A

Access Panels − Flight Compartment − Glareshield


Figure 7

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 18


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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
221AB
221BB/222BB Access panel Glareshield
221CB/222CB
Access Panels − Flight Compartment − Glareshield
Key to Figure 7

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 19


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221GLW

222GRW

222HRW 221HLW

RIGHT LEFT
SIDE SIDE

222KRW 221KLW

222JRW 221JLW

222LRW 221LLW
rnd5101040_004.dg, jp/lr, 17/06/04

221XZ

VIEW LOOKING AFT

Panels and Door − Flight Compartment, FS280.0


Figure 8

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 20


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
221GLW
221HLW
221JLW
221KLW
221LLW Bulkhead
Electrical wires
wires, structure
222GRW panel
222HRW
222JRW
222KRW
222LRW
Flight
221XZ compartment Flight compartment
door
Panels and Door − Flight Compartment, FS280.0
Key to Figure 8

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 21


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232CZ

232DZ

232EZ
232BZ

ram0641000_016.dg, gg/jc, 04/10/01

B
VIEW LOOKING OUTBOARD

Access Doors − Service Door Areas


Figure 9

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 22


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Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
Forward door
232BZ
trim
Forward upper
232CZ
door trim Insulation, structure
Upper door
232DZ
trim
232EZ Aft door trim
Access Doors − Service Door Areas
Key to Figure 9

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 23


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123AZ

ram0641000_005.dg, jc, 24/09/01

Access Panel − Nosewheel Well


Figure 10

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 24


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Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
123AZ Access panel ADG mechanism
Access Panels − Nosewheel Well
Key to Figure 10

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 25


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832FR
832ER
832DR
832ET 832CT

832CR

832BR
832GL
832AR
832KL
832JL A
832FL
832BT
832EL
832AT
832HL
832FT
ram0646000_001.dg, rm/jc, 25/09/01

832DL
832CL

832BL
832AL
A
Access Panels − Passenger Door (Configuration No. 1)
Figure 11

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 26


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Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
832AL/832AR Access panel Structure and latches
832AT Step panel Stair structure and latch mechanism
832BL/832BR Access panel Structure and latches
832BT Step panel Stair structure and latch mechanism
832CL/832CR Access panel Structure and latches
832CT Step panel Stair structure and latch mechanism
832DL/832DR
Access panel Structure and latches
832EL/832ER
Lower door frame, door hinge, and lower door
832ET Step panel
proximity switch
832FL/832FR Access panel Structure and latches
832FT Step panel Door mechanism and upper door lock mechanism
832GL Access panel Structure and latches
Inner vent
832HL Stair structure and power assist motor
panel
832JL
Access panel Stair structure and handle system
832KL
Access Panels − Passenger Door (Configuration No. 1)
Key to Figure 11

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 27


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Part 1 − General Information

832HR
A

832GR

832FR

832ER

832CR
832ET

832DR
832BR

832AR

832DT
A
832JL
832CT

832HL

832GL
832FL 832BT

832EL 832AT
ram0646000_009.dg, rm/jc, 24/09/01

832CL

832DL 832FT

832BL
A
832AL
Access Panels − Passenger Door (Configuration No. 2)
Figure 12

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 28


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
832AL/832AR Access panel Structure and latches
832AT Step panel Stair structure and door mechanism
832BL/832BR Access panel Structure and latches
832BT Step panel Stair structure and door mechanism
832CL/832CR Access panel Structure and latches
832CT Step panel Stair structure and door mechanism
832DL/832DR Access panel Structure and latches
832DT Step panel Stair structure and door mechanism
832EL/832ER Access panel Structure and latches
Lower door frame, door hinge, and lower door
832ET Step panel
proximity switch
832GL/832GR
Structure and latches
832HL
Access panel
832HR Stair structure, lock mechanism, and power
p assist
832JL motor
Inner vent
832FL/832FR Stair structure and power assist motor
panel
832FT Step panel Door mechanism and upper door lock mechanism
Access Panels − Passenger Door (Configuration No. 2)
Key to Figure 12

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 29


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Part 1 − General Information

841 AZ

841 BZ

841 DZ

841 CZ

841 EZ
ram0646000_004.dg, gd/jc, 24/09/01

VIEW LOOKING OUTBOARD


Lining Panels − Service Door (Configuration No. 1)
Figure 13

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 30


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
Upper lining
841AZ
panel
Center lining
841BZ Door structure
panel
Lower lining
841CZ
panel
841DZ
Cover Door mechanism and upper door lock mechanism
841EZ
Lining Panels − Service Door (Configuration No. 1)
Key to Figure 13

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 31


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Part 1 − General Information

841 AZ

841 GZ

841 BZ

841 CZ
841 FZ

841 DZ

841 EZ
ram0646000_010.dg, jp/jc, 21/09/01

VIEW LOOKING OUTBOARD


Lining Panels − Service Door (Configuration No. 2)
Figure 14

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 32


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
Upper lining
841AZ
panel
841BZ Center lining
g
Door structure
841CZ panel
Lower lining
841DZ
panel
841EZ Cover
Door mechanism
841FZ Cover
841GZ Cover Stabilizing bar
Lining Panels − Service Door (Configuration No. 2)
Key to Figure 14

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 33


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Part 1 − General Information

841CR

841BR

SERVICE DOOR
HANDLE
(REF)

841DR
841AR
ram0646000_011.dg, rm/jp, 21/09/01

VIEW LOOKING OUTBOARD


Access Panels − Service Door
Figure 15

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 34


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
Upper right
841AR
access panel
Upper left
841BR
access panel
Handle Door structure
841CR support
access panel
Lower access
841DR
panel
Access Panels − Service Door
Key to Figure 15

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 35


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Part 1 − General Information

833 BZ
843 BZ

833 AZ
843 AZ
ram0646000_005 .dg, kms/jc, 21/09/01

Access and Lining Panels − Overwing Emergency−Exit Doors


Figure 16

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 36


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
833AZ/843AZ Lining panel Door structure
833BZ/843BZ Access panel Door handle mechanism
Access and Lining Panels − Overwing Emergency−Exit Doors
Key to Figure 16

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 37


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Part 1 − General Information

831 BZ

831 AZ

ram0646000_007.dg, kms/jc, 27/09/01

VIEW LOOKING UP

Lining Panels − Crew Escape Hatch


Figure 17

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 38


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
831AZ Outer lining
Escape hatch mechanism and structure
831BZ Inner lining
Lining Panels − Crew Escape Hatch
Key to Figure 17

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 39


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Part 1 − General Information

334CB
332BB

334BB
332AB 334DB
334AB

344AB
344DB
342AB
344BB
325DL
342BB
325CL 344CB
327CL
325BL
325EL
325AL
327BL

327AL VIEW LOOKING UP

VIEW LOOKING INBOARD


ON LEFT SIDE

325ER

325CR

325BR
325FR
325AR
ram0642000_001 .dg, gg/jc, 04/10/01

325DR

327BR

VIEW LOOKING INBOARD


ON RIGHT SIDE

Access Panels − Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizers


Figure 18

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 40


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
325AL Access panel Electrical wires
325AR Access panel Trim actuator
325BL Access panel Autopilot sero drive unit
325BR Access panel Yaw damper
325CL Access panel Autopilot input cable turnbuckle
325CR Access panel Autopilot servo drive unit
Autopilot input quadrant and elevator control rear
325DL Access panel
quadrant
325DR Access panel Rudder power control unit
325EL Access panel Elevator control gain change mechanism
325ER Access panel Elevator control rear quadrant
325FR Access panel Elevator control bellcrank
326EL Access panel Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (left lower)
326ER Access panel Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (right lower)
327AL Access panel Rudder hinge (bottom left)
327BL Access panel Rudder hinge (center left)
327BR Access panel Rudder hinge (center right)
327CL Access panel Rudder hinge (top left)
332AB Access panel Elevator power control unit
332BB Access panel Flutter dampers
Elevator hinge No. 1 and No. 2 and power control
334AB Access panel
unit attachments
334BB Access panel Elevator hinge No. 3 and flutter damper attachments
334CB Access panel Elevator hinge No. 4
334DB Access panel Elevator position transmitter
342AB Access panel Elevator power control unit
342BB Access panel Flutter dampers
Elevator hinge No. 1 and No. 2 and power control
344AB Access panel
unit attachments
344BB Access panel Elevator hinge No. 3 and flutter damper attachments
344CB Access panel Elevator hinge No. 4
344DB Access panel Elevator position transmitter
Access Panels − Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizers
Key to Figure 18

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 41


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Part 1 − General Information

326AL
333AL

326DL

326EL

331AL

326BL
326CL

326AR

326CT
326BT

343AR

326DR

326AT

326ER
341AR
326BR
324AT
326CR
323AT
ram0642000_003.dg, gg/jc, 24/09/01

Removeable Fairings − Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizers


Figure 19

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 42


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
323AT Fairing Ram air inlet duct
324AT Leading edge Leading edge
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (left upper
326AL
visor)
Upper visor
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (right upper
326AR
visor)
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (upper
326AT Fairing
forward)
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (left lower
326BL
visor)
Lower visor
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (right lower
326BR
visor)
326BT Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (upper center)
326CL Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (left lower)
326CR Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (right lower)
326CT Fairing
g Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (aft)
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (left leading
326DL
edge visor)
Vertical/horizontal stabilizer interface (right leading
326DR
edge visor)
331AL Horizontal stabilizer leading edge structure (left)
Leading edge
341AR Horizontal stabilizer leading edge structure (right)
333AL Horizontal stabilizer tip, balance mass (left)
Fairing
343AR Horizontal stabilizer tip, balance mass (right)
Removeable Fairings − Horizontal and Vertical Stabilizers
Key to Figure 19

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 43


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Part 1 − General Information

311AT

361AB
311AL
311BB
361AL 312AR

311BZ

311AZ 311CZ

ram0642000_004 .dg, gg/jc, 26/09/01

311BB

Access Panels and Doors − Internal and External Empennage


Figure 20 (Sheet 1)

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 44


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Part 1 − General Information

ACCESS
DOOR
312DZ

ACCESS
DOOR
311DZ

rnd5101040_005.dg, lr, 03/06/04

Access Panels and Doors − Internal and External Empennage


Figure 20 (Sheet 2)

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 45


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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
311AL Ground air supply connection
Door
311AT Auxiliary power unit (APU) inlet door
311AZ Access panel APU oil filler
311BB Door Aft equipment compartment
311BZ APU
Access panel
311CZ Door mechanism
311DZ Engine support beam (left side)
312AR Door External DC ground power
312DZ Engine support beam (right side)
361AB Access panel Tail cone, ELT transmitter
361AL Tail cone VS 67.5% frame structure
Access Panels and Doors − Internal and External Empennage
Key to Figure 20

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 46


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432AT 434AT 435AT 436BR 436AL 446AL 446BR 445AT 444AT 442AT

432AB 434AB 435AB 445AB 444AB 442AB


VIEW LOOKING INBOARD VIEW LOOKING INBOARD

411AL 412AT 433AT 434BT 412BT 412CT 422CT 422BT 444BT 443AT 422AT 421AL

413AL 423AL

436BR 436BL 446BL 446BR


VIEW LOOKING DOWN VIEW LOOKING DOWN

432AC 434BB 412FB 412EB 436BB 446BB 422EB 422FB 444BB 442AC

ram0643000_001.dg, gg/jc, 21/09/01

412AB 412DB 412CB 413CB 423CB 422CB 422DB 422AB


433AB 412BB 413BB 423BB 422BB 443AB

VIEW LOOKING UP LEFT SIDE VIEW LOOKING UP RIGHT SIDE

Access Panels and Removeable Fairings − Nacelles and Pylons


Figure 21

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 47


51−01−04 Oct 10/20
CRJ200
NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
411AL/421AL Leading edge Structural inspection
412AB/422AB Power plant forward mount nacelle pylon services
412AT/422AT Power plant forward mount
412BT/422BT Power plant lines disconnect
412CT/422CT Power plant rear mount
412BB/422BB Access panel Power plant lines disconnect
412CB/422CB Nacelle/pylon services
412DB/422DB Power plant lines disconnect
412EB/422EB Nacelle/pylon services
412FB/422FB Power plant rear mount
412AL/423AL Trailing edge Trailing edge structural inspection
413BB/423BB Nacelle/pylon services
Access panel
413CB/423CB Pylon structural inspection
432AB/442AB Lower access nose cowl
432AC/442AC Door PDU access door
432AT/442AT Upper access nose cowl
433AB/443AB
Access panel Thrust reverser tracks
433AT/443AT
434AB/444AB Lower translating cowl
Door
434AT/444AT Upper translating cowl
434BB/444BB Lower thrust/reverser pylon tracks
Fairing
434BT/444BT Upper thrust/reverser pylon tracks
435AB/445AB Lower main core cowl
Door
435AT/445AT Upper main core cowl
436AL/446AL Fairing Exhaust nozzle
436BB/446BB
436BL/446BL Access panel Tailpipe fairing attachment bolt
436BR/446BR
Access Panels and Removeable Fairings − Nacelles and Pylons
Key to Figure 21

EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 48


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571KL 572AL 572JL


671KL 672AL 672JL
572KL 571AL NOTE
672KL 671AL
Left wing is shown.
571BB 571JT Right wing is similar.
671BB 671JT
571LL 550CT
671LL LEFT
WING
560JL ONLY
660JL
530KL
598MT 630KL
698MT
550BT
598LT 650BT
698LT
530BL
598KT 630BL
698KT

598JT 530JL
698JT 630JL
594BT
694BT 550AT
594AT 650AT
694AT 530AL
591AT 630AL
691AT
520DL
584CT
620DL
684CT
584FT 520BL
684FT 620BL
540CT
640CT 520JL
620JL
584ET
684ET
520AT
584BT
620AT
684BT
ram0644000_005.dg, kms/jc, 25/09/01

540BT
640BT
540AT
640AT 640DT
584AT RIGHT
684AT WING
584DT
VIEW LOOKING DOWN ONLY
684DT CL
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface
(Configuration No. 1)
Figure 22
EFFECTIVITY: SEE PARAGRAPH 2 Part 1 Page 49
51−01−04 Oct 10/20
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NONDESTRUCTIVE TESTING MANUAL
Part 1 − General Information

IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
520AT/620AT
Access panel Anti−ice and leading edge disconnect
520BL/620BL
520DL/620DL Anti−ice and leading edge disconnect
Leading edge Structures and components forward of the front
520JL/620JL
spar
530AL/630AL
Access panel Anti−ice and leading edge disconnect
530BL/630BL
530JL/630JL Structures and components
p forward of the front
Leading edge
530KL/630KL spar
540AT/640AT
540BT/640BT Access panel Structural and system inspection
540CT/640CT
640DT Access door Gravity fuel filler cap, center tank (right wing only)
550AT/650AT Gravity fuel filler cap, wing tank
550BT/650BT Access panel Magnetic flux valve
550CT Aileron power control unit
560JL/660JL Fairing Wing extension trailing edge
571AL/671AL Window Navigation lights
571JT/671JT
Fairing Wingtip extension
extension, front spar navigation lights
571KL/671KL
571LL/671LL Trailing edge Wingtip extension rear spar
572AL/672AL Access panel Winglet structural inspection
572JL/672JL Leading edge Winglet structure
572KL/672KL Trailing edge Winglet structure
584AT/684AT
584BT/684BT
584CT/684CT
Flap vane actuating mechanism
584DT/684DT Access panel
584ET/684ET
584FT/684FT
591AT/691AT Main fuel tank vent
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface
(Configuration No. 1)
Key to Figure 22 (Continued on next page)

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
594AT/694AT
Access panel Flap vane actuating mechanism
594BT/694BT
598JT/698JT
598KT/698KT
Aileron shroud Aileron controls mechanism
598LT/698LT
598MT/698MT
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface
(Configuration No. 1)
Key to Figure 22

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571KL 572AL 572JL


671KL 672AL 672JL
572KL 571AL NOTE
672KL 671AL
Left wing is shown.
571BB 571JT Right wing is similar.
671BB 671JT
571LL 550CT
671LL LEFT
WING
560JL ONLY
660JL
530KL
598MT 630KL
698MT
550BT
598LT 650BT
698LT

598KT 530BL
698KT 630BL

598JT 530JL
698JT 630JL
594BT
694BT 550AT
594AT 650AT
694AT
591AT
691AT
520ML
584CT 620ML
684CT
540CT
640CT 520JL
584DT 620JL
684DT
520AT
584BT
620AT
684BT
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540BT 640DT
640BT RIGHT
540AT WING
640AT ONLY

584AT
684AT VIEW LOOKING DOWN
CL
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface (Configuration No. 2)
Figure 23

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
520AT/620AT Access panel Anti−ice and leading edge disconnect
520ML/620ML Anti−ice and leading edge disconnect
Leading edge Structures and components forward of the front
520JL/620JL
spar
530BL/630BL Access panel Anti−ice and leading edge disconnect
530JL/630JL Structures and components
p forward of the front
Leading edge
530KL/630KL spar
540AT/640AT
540BT/640BT Access panel Structural and system inspection
540CT/640CT
640DT Access door Gravity fuel filler cap, center tank (right wing only)
550AT/650AT Gravity fuel filler cap, wing tank
550BT/650BT Access panel Magnetic flux valve
550CT Aileron power control unit
560JL/660JL Fairing Wing extension trailing edge
571AL/671AL Window Navigation lights
571JT/671JT
Fairing Wingtip extension
extension, front spar navigation lights
571KL/671KL
571LL/671LL Trailing edge Wingtip extension rear spar
572AL/672AL Access panel Winglet structural inspection
572JL/672JL Leading edge
Winglet structure
572KL/672KL Trailing edge
584AT/684AT
584BT/684BT
584CT/684CT
Flap vane actuating mechanism
584DT/684DT
584ET/684ET Access panel
584FT/684FT
591AT/691AT Main fuel tank vent
594AT/694AT
Flap vane actuating mechanism
594BT/694BT
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface
(Configuration No. 2)
Key to Figure 23 (Continued on next page)

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
598JT/698JT
598KT/698KT
Aileron shroud Aileron controls mechanism
598LT/698LT
598MT/698MT
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Upper−Surface
(Configuration No. 2)
Key to Figure 23

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571AB 571BB
671AB 671BB
NOTE 599CB
Left wing is shown. 699CB
Right wing is similar. 550LB
599BB
650LB
699BB
550KB 598BB
650KB 698BB
550JB 599DB
650JB 699DB
550HB 599AB
650HB 550GB 699AB 598AB
650GB 594TB 698AB
550FB
650FB 597AB 694TB
697AB 594SB
550EB 694SB
650EB 550DB 597BB
650DB 697BB 594RB
595AB
695AB 594PB 694RB
550CB 694PB
650CB 594QB
550BB
650BB 694QB
592AB 595BB
692AB 594UB 695BB
550AB
694UB
650AB 594NB
540FB 594MB
640FB 694NB
586AB 694MB
594LB
686AB 540EB 592BB 694LB
540DB 640EB 692BB 594KB
640DB 583AB 694KB
594JB
683AB 694JB 584MB
540CB 684MB
584CB
640CB
684CB 586BB
540BB
640BB 584LB 686BB
520AB 684LB 584BB
620AB 584KB 684BB
684KB 583BB
ram0644000_004.dg, kms/jc, 25/09/01

540AB 584AB 683BB


640AB 684AB
CL
584JB
VIEW LOOKING UP 684JB
510AB 510BB 510CB
610AB 610BB 610CB
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Lower−Surface
Figure 24

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
510AB/610AB
Center fuel tank
510BB/610BB
510CB/610CB Fuel booster pump
520AB/620AB Landing and taxi lights
540AB/640AB
540BB/640BB
540CB/640CB
540DB/640DB
540EB/640EB
540FB/640FB
550AB/650AB
Access panel Main fuel tank
550BB/650BB
550CB/650CB
550DB/650DB
550EB/650EB
550FB/650FB
550GB/650GB
550HB/650HB
550JB/650JB Flight controls and structural inspection
550KB/650KB Aileron power control units
550LB/650LB Flight controls and structural inspection
571AB/671AB Structural inspection
571BB/671BB Wing to winglet upper fillet
583AB/683AB Fairing Flap hinge (forward), inboard flap
583BB/683BB Flap hinge (aft), inboard flap
584AB/684AB
584BB/684BB Access panel Inboard flap vane mechanism
584CB/684CB
584JB/684JB
584KB/684KB
Leading edge Inboard flap front spar
584LB/684LB
584MB/684MB
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Lower−Surface
Key to Figure 24 (Continued on next page)

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
586AB/686AB Flap hinge (forward)
586BB/686BB Flap hinge (aft)
Fairing
592AB/692AB Flap hinge (forward)
592BB/692BB Flap hinge (aft)
594JB/694JB BUTE door Outboard flap actuation
594KB/694KB Leading edge Outboard flap front spar
594LB/694LB BUTE door Outboard flap actuation
594MB/694MB
Leading edge Outboard flap front spar
594NB/694NB
594PB/694PB BUTE door Outboard flap actuation
594QB/694QB
Leading edge Outboard flap front spar
594RB/694RB
594SB/694SB BUTE door Outboard flap actuation
594TB/694TB Leading edge Outboard flap front spar
594UB/694UB Access panel Outboard flap actuation
595AB/695AB Flap hinge (forward), outboard flap
595BB/695BB Flap hinge (aft), outboard flap
Fairing
597AB/697AB Flap hinge (forward), outboard flap
597BB/697BB Flap hinge (aft), outboard flap
598AB/698AB
Shroud Flight controls
598BB/698BB
599AB/699AB
599BB/699BB Leading edge Aileron control mechanisms
599CB/699CB
599DB/699DB Access panel Aileron grease nipples
Access Panels, Fairings and Doors − Left and Right Wing Lower−Surface
Key to Figure 24

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530MZ
630MZ
530KZ
630KZ 530HZ
530LZ 630HZ
530FZ
630LZ 630FZ 530DZ
530JZ
630JZ 530GZ 630DZ 530BZ
630GZ 630BZ
530EZ 520DZ
630EZ 530CZ 620DZ 520BZ
630CZ 530AZ 620BZ
630AZ
520CZ
620CZ 520AZ
620AZ

ram0644000_006.dg, pb/jc, 25/09/01

Access Panels − Left and Right Wing Leading−Edge


Figure 25

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IDENTIFICATION TYPE OF
ACCESS TO EQUIPMENT/COMPONENT
NUMBER ACCESS
520AZ/620AZ
520BZ/620BZ
520CZ/620CZ
520DZ/620DZ
530AZ/630AZ
530BZ/630BZ
530CZ/630CZ
530DZ/630DZ
Access panel Wing anti−ice system
530EZ/630EZ
530FZ/630FZ
530GZ/630GZ
530HZ/630HZ
530JZ/630JZ
530KZ/630KZ
530LZ/630LZ
530MZ/630MZ
Access Panels − Left and Right Wing Leading−Edge
Key to Figure 25

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GENERAL INSPECTION DATA

1. General
A. This section contains data about certification of Nondestructive Testing (NDT) personnel,
and the external agents (persons, equipment, and records) who do NDT. Data that relates
to the type of inspection and steps necessary to prepare for the inspection are also
included.
B. The specific inspection procedures for the various NDT methods provide detailed
information and instructions, as shown in Chapter 51 through 57, Part 2 through Part 9, of
this manual.
C. Six main NDT methods are used in this manual:
− Radiography (RT) Part 2
− Ultrasonics (UT) Part 4
− Eddy Current (ET) Part 6
− Magnetic Particle (MPI) Part 7
− Liquid Penetrant (LPI) Part 8
− Visual (VT) Part 9.
NOTE: Other approved NDT methods such as infrared thermography testing (IRT)
and shearography testing (ST) may be considered based on the defect
type, location, size and inspection purpose.
D. For additional data that is necessary to do the NDT inspection, refer to the following
manuals:
− Nondestructive Testing Manual (NDTM), Part 1 General Information
− Structural Repair Manual (SRM)
− Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM).

2. Approvals

A. Certification of NDT Personnel


(1) Each person who makes an inspection on an aircraft or its components must be
certified to a NDT Standard approved by the National Airworthiness Authority (NAA).
The following are examples of Certification and Qualification of NDT Personnel
Standards, that may be acceptable to the NAA:
− NAS 410 (NAS) National Aerospace Standard
− SNT−TC−1A (see NOTE) (ASNT) American Society for Nondestructive Testing
− CAN/CGSB 48.9712 (CGSB) Canadian General Standards Board
− ISO 9712 (ISO) International Organization for Standardization
− EN 473 (EN) European NDT Standard
− EN 4179 (EN) European NDT Standard
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− ATA Spec 105 (A4A) Airlines for America


NOTE: Recommended practice from ASNT.
(2) Individuals certified to Level II or III in the method that is to be done can perform and
approve the inspection. Level I inspectors certified in the method can perform the
inspection under direct supervision of a certified Level II or Level III in the method
being done. The certified Level II or III supervisor for the Level I must take full
responsibility for the interpretation and evaluation of the inspection results, and for
the approval of the task documentation.

B. External Agents Who Do NDT Inspection


External agents who supply NDT work must have the correct approvals. As a minimum,
the following conditions must be met:
− Applicable equipment, calibration standards and approved procedures
− Acceptable test records of equipment calibration and part inspection
− Certified NDT personnel
− A Quality Control program to monitor system performance.

3. Selection of NDT Method


A. To determine the most suitable NDT method to use for inspection, the following conditions
must be considered but not limited by:
− Material (composition and heat treat condition)
− Part Access
− Location and type of defect
− Surface finish condition
− Geometric form
− Cost and time.

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X−RAY

1. General
A. X−ray is a nondestructive testing method that is used to examine metallic and nonmetallic
components and assemblies. X−ray nondestructive testing procedures are used to
locate internal discontinuities in aircraft structures such as a wing box, fuselage
empennage weldments, castings and bonded panels.
NOTE: If there is a conflict between this Part 1 − General Information and the specific
procedure in Part 2 of this Manual (NDTM), the specific procedure takes
precedence.

2. Source of X−ray
Refer to Figure 1.
A. X−rays is electromagnetic−radiation. An X−ray unit includes a power supply, a control
panel and vacuum X−ray tube in which electrons are accelerated toward a tungsten
target. When the electrons strike the tungsten target X−rays are produced.

3. Basic set−up of Radiography


Refer to Figure 2.
A. Place the part or area that is to be inspected between the X−ray tube and the
radiographic film in a light proof cassette. The radiation is allowed to penetrate the whole
part or section in straight lines for a predetermined period in order, to produce an
adequate density and image on the film.

4. Imaging by Film
Refer to Figure 3.
A. X−ray film is the prime detector medium for industrial radiography. The film is a thin
transparent, tough polyester. The radiographic film is usually double coated with a layer
of X−ray emulsion on either side of the film. Radiation penetrates through both layers,
which gives rise to a composite radiographic image.
B. Incident radiation effects radiographic film by being selectively absorbed depending on
the geometric shape and specific thickness of the object. Radiation emerging from the
specimen contains a shadow image of the specimen which on penetrating the film
sensitizes the emulsion layers and produces a latent image. When the film is developed
this latent image becomes a visible radiograph which on chemical fixing becomes a
permanent record. Refer to radiographic film section Table 1 and Table 2.
C. Radiographs are viewed on bright screen viewers. Refer to ASTM 1742 for film viewer
requirements.
NOTE: The type of film selected must obtain the optimum sensitivity. To obtain
optimum results the film must meet the two percent minimum sensitivity
requirements.

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5. Material Density
A. The subject contrast is affected by the density (mass per unit volume) of the material
being examined and the density of the discontinuities in the material. This in turn affects
the radiographic contrast. For example, a more dense inclusion such as a piece of
tungsten in a weld has a greater contrast with its background than if the inclusion was
copper or steel. A gas void or sand inclusion of the same size and shape will have
different degrees of contrast with the background density.

6. Exposure Control
A. The exposure time depends on the following factors:
− Tube current intensity in milliamper
− Penetrating power in kilovoltage
− Time the tube is energized
− Thickness and density of the part
− Tube film distance is governed by distance between tube and part (Refer to Figure 4)
− Film type.

7. Equipment and Accessories Required


A. Equipment and accessories that are required are as follows:
− X−ray unit MG 160 Philips portable or equivalent
− Kodak radiograph film, single M film, or double film technique with other film either, T or
AA or equivalent
− Appropriate penetrameters
− X−ray densitometer
− Survey meter
− Lead screens, (if required)
− Magnifiers must be available to provide magnification between 3X and 10X to aid in
interpretation and determine indication size as applicable
− Dark room facilities, including equipment and materials, must be capable of producing
uniform radiographs free of blemishes or artifacts, which may interfere with
interpretation in the area of interest.
NOTE: A test exposure must be performed before commencing to verify if the film
meets density and sensitivity requirements, Refer to ASTM E 1724.

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8. Radiographic procedure
A. The procedure must contain the following basic information:
NOTE: Refer to the specific procedure in Part 2 of this manual.
(1) Set−up sketch showing film placement and tube angle.
(2) The technique sheet which is part of the procedure containing the following
information:
− Pentameter (if any), Refer to Figure 5
− Film types
− Time, mill amperage, kilovoltage and tube, film. focal distance etc.
− Identification on the radiograph may be traced to the component being inspected.

B. Preparation
(1) In order to position the X−ray for correct shooting alignment, or to place film in the
area to be inspected, panels or components may have to be removed.
(2) When an X−ray tube is positioned on an upper wing, a protection mat must be
placed on the wing to protect the wing from damage.

9. Calibration Standard
A. The surveymeter and densitometer must be calibrated annually by MHIRJ using
documented procedures.

10. Safety Requirements for Radiation Protection


Refer to safety code 27, (Health and Welfare Canada).
NOTE: When working in other countries state and federal requirements must be met.
A. Safety requirements for radiation protection must meet Code 27
− Requirements for industrial X−ray equipment usage and installation
− Code 27 is used as a guide to prevent over exposure of the general public and
radiation workers to radiation.

11. Limitation of X−ray Method


A. Since the defects are contained in the hard−to−reach structural members or
components, it may be very difficult to place the penetrameter at the appropriate location,
making the best radiographic sensitivity hard to achieve. Often the best available guide to
sensitivity is the structure itself. If, for example, it is possible to differentiate between
components of different thickness, this may be used effectively as a measure of sensitivity.
It is important to remember that radiographs of airframes, which normally possess high
contrast are, for this reason, very deceptive when evaluating the sensitivity obtained. It is
easy to be optimistic in considering what can be successfully accomplished with
radiography. Fatigue cracks in large fittings, for example, should never be investigated by
means of radiography. They are normally too small to be located by this method.
B. When determining a radiographic technique for the inspection of a definite
aircraft−structure−failure area a surface indication such as a crack, when confirmed
visually, becomes the most efficient penetrameter. Knowledge gained may be used as
future reference for similar work.
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C. Knowledge of the factors that determine the quality of radiograph enables us to predict
fairly accurately where radiography is useful and where it cannot be used to any great
advantage.
(1) The first obvious limitation is the thickness of the part being radiographed.
(2) The second limitation is the configuration of the part, which may not permit close
positioning of the film to the part. A complex shape may produce an excessive
amount of scattered radiation.
D. Radiography cannot normally detect crack−like discontinuities unless the plane of the
crack parallels the radiation beam as shown in Figure 6. Crack (a) will show on the film,
crack (b) will not show on the film because the beam traverses only its thickness that is
less than the limit of sensitivity normally attained by radiography. i.e., approximately one
percent. Crack (c) will show as a broad, slightly darker image on the film and may be very
difficult to detect.
E. When in−service aircraft are examined for cracks, only the area of the film, or part that
falls within a 10 degree cone of radiation can be considered valid for interpretation, Refer
to ASTM E 1742.

Table 1 Film Characteristics


Film Characteristics Speed Grain Contrast
Type I
For critical inspection, higher voltages and radiography of light very slow extra fine high
metals and their alloys.
Type II
For radiography of light metals at lower kilovoltages and heavier slow fine high
steel parts at 1000 to 2000 kV.
Type III
Highest available speed when gammarays or high voltage medium medium medium
X−rays are used directly or with lead−foil screens.
Type IV
Highest available speed and high contrast when used with
fast medium medium
fluorescent screens. Lower contrast when used direct, or with
lead−foil screens.

NOTE: Kodak film Type II single film technique is the most frequent film used at MHI RJ
group. Type IV Kodak AA is used only in a double film technique, or when X−raying
dense, thick material. Equivalent films can be used. Fluorescent screens cannot be
used at MHI RJ group.

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Table 2 − Relative Film Speed Comparisons


Relative Speed (2.0)
Film Type 100 KeV 200 KeV 300 KeV Iridium−192 lead MD+ Cobalt 60
lead lead lead lead
EK AA 288 219 228 210 247 233
EK T 160 127 126 93 102 100
EK M 100 80 75 47 70 58
EK R 38 42 35 25 24 25
GEV D7 263 186 228 235 173 203
GEV D5 175 135 167 149 152 150
GEV D4 110 85 95 89 91 84
GEV D2 33 30 25 18 22 20

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TARGET ELECTRONS FOCUSING CUP

ANODE ( + ) FILAMENT CATHODE ( − )

X−RAYS
rnd5120002_001.dg, rm, 24/10/00

Schematic Diagram of an X−Ray Tube


Figure 1

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X−RAY BEAM
(SOURCE RADIATION)

TEST OBJECT

CASSETTE

rnd5120002_002.dg, rm, 24/10/00

FILM
RADIOGRAPHIC NDT

Exposure Arrangement for Test Object, Source and Radiographic Film


Figure 2

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12. Construction of Radiographic Films


Refer to Figure 3.
A. Radiographic films consist of a transparent, flexible base of clear cellulose derivative or
similar material. Both sides of the base are coated with a light sensitive emulsion of silver
halide suspended in gelatin. The silver halide is distributed throughout the emulsion as
minute crystals, and when exposed to radiation such as X−rays, gamma rays or visible
light, the physical structure is changed. Due to its nature this change cannot be detected
by ordinary physical methods. It is referred to as the hidden or latent image." When the
exposed film is treated with a developer solution a reaction takes place which causes the
formation of very fine ribbons or black metallic silver. This silver, suspended in the
hardened gelatin on both sides of the base, that constitutes the radiographic image.

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EMULSION
SUPERCOAT (RADIATION
(PROTECTIVE) SENSITIVE LAYER)
0.01 mm 0.01 mm

0.025 mm

SUBBING
LAYER

FILM BASE 0.20 mm

rnd5120002_003.dg, rm, 25/10/00

Double Coated Radiographic Film


Figure 3

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13. Relationship between Tube Distance and Specimen


Refer to Figure 4.
A. Inverse square law states that, when the X−ray tube output is held constant the radiation
intensity reaching the specimen is governed by the distance between the tube and the
specimen varying inversely with the square of the distance.
l1 D 22
Formula: +
l2 D 12
Example: The exposure time for A to C1 is 15 seconds, if the distance is double for A to
C2, then the exposure will be 60 seconds. Four times the original exposure.

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D1

D2

rnd5120002_004.dg, rm, 19/01/01

Exposure Time
Figure 4

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NOTES
Minimum penetrameter dimensions required:
Minimum penetrameter thickness (T)= 0.12 mm.
Minimum diameter for 1T hole = 0.25 mm.
Minimum diameter for 2T hole = 0.50 mm.
Minimum diameter for 4T hole = 1.00 mm.

T DIAMETER
PLACE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER HERE 4T DIAMETER 2T DIAMETER

12 mm

38 mm T

TYPICAL ASTM PENETRAMETER


(REFERENCE ASTM E 142− METHOD FOR CONTROLLING QUALITY OF RADIOGRAPHIC TESTING)

50 mm (25 mm with 10/16 range)

55 mm
rnd5120002_005.dg, rm, 25/10/00

98 MM (72 MM WITH 10/16 RANGE)

Wire Type Penetrameter


Figure 5

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14. Penetrameters or Image Quality Indicators


Refer to Figure 5.
A. I.Q.I. is intended to provide the overall quality of radiograph and also the radiographic
technique used in order to produce it, Refer to ASTM E 1742.
NOTE: Image Quality Indicators (I.Q.I.) image should not be used to judge the size of
the defect.
B. The most common types of ASTM penetrameters used are as follows:
− Flat type, (used almost exclusively in North America)
− Wire type (used almost exclusively in Europe).

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A B C

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Inspection of the Horizontal−Stabilizer Rear−Spar Hinge−Fittings


Figure 6

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ULTRASONIC

1. General
Ultrasonic inspection method is capable of detecting or measuring the following types of
condition in most materials:
− Surface and subsurface cracks
− Damage caused by corrosion, such as measure thickness
− Welding type defects
− Thickness of different plies of bonded parts including ply thickness of laminated parts
− Presence of delamination in a bonded structure.
NOTE: If there is a conflict between this Part 1 − General Information and the specific
procedure in Part 4 of this Manual (NDTM), the specific procedure takes precedence.

2. Principle of Operation

A. General
(1) Ultrasonic waves are mechanical vibrations that propagate into an elastic substance.
The ultrasonic method uses propagation of sound waves at high frequency that are
generated from a transducer which transmits the ultrasonic waves into a medium.
The sound energy is received either by the same transducer (pulse−echo method)
or by a second transducer (through−transmission method). At high frequencies, the
sound waves cannot propagate through gases, such as the ambient air, but they can
propagate through liquids and solids. Reflection of the ultrasonic waves occurs at
defects and part interfaces. Discontinuities in the path of a sound beam or surface
boundaries cause the sound to be reflected. This change of sound pattern is
monitored and recorded on a digital display, a chart recorder, or more commonly, on
a cathode ray tube (CRT) display. Usually, the transducers utilize the piezoelectric
effect. Some transducers may instead utilize the magnetostriction effect at lower
frequencies. The range of frequencies used are from 500 kHz to 25 Mhz, but
common usage is from one MHz to 10 MHz.
NOTE: One MHz = 106 cycles per second.

B. Generation of Ultrasonic Waves


(1) An ultrasonic test instrument (generator) supplies high frequency alternating current
to a transducer through a coaxial cable. The piezoelectric transducer changes the
alternating current into mechanical vibrations (ultrasonic waves) of the same
frequency via the piezoelectric effect. The same transducer has the capability to
convert sound waves back into alternating current.
(2) The ultrasonic test instrument amplifies the signal and displays it on a CRT display in
a form of a vertical deflection signal above a horizontal baseline.
(3) A couplant medium is required for transmission of ultrasound into the test object.
Common couplants in use include grease, gel, oil, glycerin or water.
(4) When the through−transmission method is utilized, two transducers are used, one
transducer transmits the sound and the other transducer receives the sound energy
and will convert it into pulses of alternating current.
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C. Ultrasonic Waves Behavior


(1) The speed of propagation of the sound, or sound velocity, varies from material to
material. The velocity of the sound is a characteristic property of each material and it
is constant at any given frequency (except for the Lamb waves). The velocity of the
sound waves in any medium is equal to the product of its wavelength and frequency.
There are four main modes of propagation: longitudinal, transverse, surface and
Lamb. Longitudinal and transverse waves are the most commonly utilized.
(2) The longitudinal waves have the highest velocity and they can propagate into any
medium (solids, liquids and gases). They are the most utilized for straight beam
testing.
(3) The transverse waves cannot travel through liquids or gasses and their velocities are
approximately half of the longitudinal velocity in the same solid medium. They are
mainly used to test welds, tubes, pipes and for any angle beam testing.
(4) Surface waves can follow the surface contour of a part and their velocities are close
to 90% of the transverse velocities in the same medium.
(5) Lamb waves travel through the whole thickness of a thin plate and they fill the entire
thickness of the part. Lamb waves can turn into symmetrical or asymmetrical waves.
(6) When ultrasonic waves meet an interface between two different media, part of the
incident acoustic energy is sent back in the first medium and the rest is transmitted
to the second. The acoustic impedance of the two media determines the degrees of
reflection and transmission. The larger the difference, the lower is the transmission.
The acoustic impedance of a medium equals to the product of its density and the
sound velocity in the medium.
(7) An ultrasonic beam travelling from one medium to another at an angle, other than
perpendicular to the interface, will be refracted, that is to say the direction of
propagation will be changed. The mathematical expression, Snell’s law, defining
that change is: sin θ1 / sin θ2 = V1 / V2, where θ1 is the angle of incidence, θ2 is the
angle of refraction, V1 is the velocity of sound into the first medium and V2 is the
velocity of sound into the second medium. Both θ1 and sin θ2 are measured from
the normal to the interface. Furthermore, in the first medium, the angle of reflection
equals the angle of incidence.
(8) The first critical angle is the angle of incidence that produces a longitudinal refracted
angle of 90% where only the transverse wave is present. The second critical angle is
the angle of incidence that produce a transverse refracted angle of 90% where
neither longitudinal nor transverse wave is present and only a surface wave is
generated. In order to perform an adequate angle beam testing inspection using
only one mode of vibration, the angle of incidence must be between the first and the
second critical angle.

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(9) The intensity of a sound beam decreases with the increase of the distance to the
transmitter transducer. The decrease is caused by the acoustic impedance, the
absorption (conversion of mechanical energy into thermal energy), the scattering
(lack of homogeneity of matter presenting a boundary between two materials of
different impedance), and the effect of the near field and far field. The near field is
the area located in front of the transducer, just after the dead zone. The near field is
made of fluctuating and complex waves, therefore, the sound beam is not regular in
this area and the sensitivity is not reliable. For this reason, the inspection should not
be done in the near field of a transducer, rather it should be done in the far field. The
distance of the near field is given by the equation: N = (D2 − λ2) / 4λ, where N is the
near field distance, D is the crystal diameter and λ the wavelength.
(10) On the other hand, the sound energy in the far field is more consistent and
decreases exponentially with the distance to the transducer. However, the sound is
also attenuated by the divergence which starts at the beginning of the far field. The
angle of divergence of a given circular transducer is given by the equation:
sin (Φ / 2) = 1.22 x (λ / D), where Φ is the total angle of divergence, λ the wavelength
and D is the crystal diameter.

D. Ultrasonic Equipment
(1) The ultrasonic inspection procedures contained in this manual contain the following
items:
− One or two piezoelectric transducers
− Accessories such as plastic shoe to change the sound beam angle where
required
− Coaxial cable to connect the transducer to the instrument, usually male BNC to
microdot
− Couplant
− Calibration reference standards for instrument calibration
− Ultrasonic instrument.
(2) At MHIRJ the three main categories of ultrasonic instruments are: instruments having
a A−scan to detect and evaluate presence of discontinuities; bondtesters to verify
bonding condition and detect presence of disbounds and ultrasonic thickness to
measure thickness of materials.
(3) For A−scan presentation, the following instruments are used:
− SONATEST, model UFDS
− SONATEST, model SITESCAN
− PANAMETRICS EPOCH III, model 2300
− KRAUTKRAMER−BRANSON, model USIP−12
− KRAUTKRAMER−BRANSON, model USL−42.
(4) For bondtesters, the following instruments are used:
− FOKKER, model 67
− FOKKER, model 70
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− FOKKER, model 80
− BONDASCOPE, model 2100.
(5) For Ultrasonic Thickness Gauges, the following instruments are used:
− NOVA, model 810+
− PANAMETRICS, model 25DL
− KRAUTKRAMER−BRANSON, model CL204
− KRAUTKRAMER−BRANSON, model CL304.
(6) In an A−scan presentation, the test instrument displays the transmitted and received
ultrasonic waves on a CRT display as vertical signals along the horizontal baseline.
The amplitude of the vertical signals indicates the amount of sound wave energy
reflected back from defects or geometric boundaries. The position of the signal on
the horizontal baseline indicates the time or the distance the sound waves travel.
The data on the CRT display is used to verify the condition of the part being
inspected.

E. Ultrasonic Transducers
(1) Transducers are the links between the instrument and test objects. They usually
operate by the piezoelectric effect: when alternating electrical energy is applied to a
transducer, it makes mechanical waves. The opposite effect also occurs: when a
transducer is stressed mechanically, it produces electrical energy. Usually, the basic
construction of a transducer consists of the following:
− A piezoelectric crystal element, its thickness determining the frequency of
vibration
− Electrodes which establish electrical contact with the crystal element
− Damping block which absorbs rear sound waves and controls crystal ringing
− Frontal member which protects the crystal element.
(2) For contact transducers, the frontal member is a wear plate which protects the
contact surface of the part and of the crystal. For immersion transducers, the frontal
member is a waterproof front surface. The complete transducer assembly is also
called a probe or a search unit. Some transducers incorporate lenses which
converge the sound beam into a point called focus, while other contain plastic shoes
which change the mode and the direction of sound propagation. The main types of
transducers are:
− Straight beam transducers: introduce sound perpendicular to the surface
− Pitch and catch transducers: for testing thin sheets
− Delay−line transducer: designed to have a high near resolution
− Paintbrush: made from a mosaic of crystals for rapid scanning of large surfaces
− Angle beam transducers: introduce sound at angle to test surface
− Immersion transducers: for use in a liquid environment.
(3) For contact testing, the diameter of the transducer shall be the maximum distance of
the scan index.
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(4) Transducers must be identified with the manufacturer’s name, operating frequency of
frequency range, part number, serial number and focal distance, if applicable.
(5) For angle beam testing, the angle of refraction for a given material must be specified.

F. Calibration Reference Standard Blocks


(1) Prior to any ultrasonic test, the instrument and transducer combination must be
calibrated to establish equipment sensitivity and distance calibration standards
containing the appropriate type of artificial flaw.
(2) Calibration reference standards to be used for inspection are found in the specific
procedure in Part 4 and must meet the requirements of the Calibration Standard
Drawing (MHIRJ, Engineering Department).
(3) Examples of typical calibration reference standards used for the detection of
discontinuities are shown in Figure 7 and Figure 8. Figure 7 shows a IIW calibration
reference standard block to calibrate an instrument during an A−scan presentation
for the detection of subsurface discontinuities using transverse waves with an angle
beam transducer. Figure 8 shows a typical calibration reference standard containing
various steps to calibrate an ultrasonic thickness gauge.
(4) Special calibration reference standards used to calibrate equipment for subsurface
flaws are found in the specific procedure in Part 4.
(5) The material used for the calibration reference standard blocks must have the same
sound velocity as the part to be tested. Usually, the calibration reference standard
blocks are made from aluminum, steel or titanium alloys.
(6) Electrical discharge machined (EDM) notches are used to simulate cracks and
machined or chemical milled steps for corrosion or loss of material.
(7) The notches and steps are the approximate size of discontinuities that can occur in
the inspection area and are used to determine the rejection threshold as well as a
reference for sizing and evaluation of indications.
(8) In most cases, it is necessary to know the velocity of the material to be tested,
especially for thickness testing. Refer to Table 1 for velocities and acoustic
impedance at ambient room temperature (20 °C (68 °F) approximately) of common
materials used in the aerospace industry.

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0.060 in. 0.35 in.


(1.50 mm) (9.00 mm)
DIAMETER 3.00 um 0.079 in. 0.60 in.
0.60 in.
(2.00 mm) 3.00 um (15.00 mm)
(15.00 mm)

o
40 50
o
60o
0.98 in.
2.16 in. (25.00 mm)
0.12 in. 3.58 in.
(55.00 mm) RADIUS
(3.00mm) (91.00 mm)

N8
n7

1.97 in.
1.182 in. (50.00 mm)
3.00 um
(30.00 mm) DIAMETER
1.38 in.
(35.00 mm)
3.94 in. 6.50 in.
(100.00 mm) (165.00 mm)
TYPE 1
NOTE
Other IIW approved calibration reference standard blocks
with slightly different dimensions or distance calibration
slot features are permissible.
0.24 in. TYPE2
0.91 in.
(6.00 um)
(23.00 mm)

0.079 in. 0.12 in.


(2.00 mm) (3.00 um)
11.82 in.
0.98 in. (300.00 mm)
(25.00 mm)

3.94 in.
(100.00 mm)
RADIUS
rnd5120040_001.dg, rm, 27/09/00

o
5 10 80 15 20

7.88 in. 3.94 in.


(200.00 mm) (100.00 mm)
IIW Calibration Reference Standard Block
Figure 7

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12.50 in.
(317.50 mm)
1.25 in.
(31.75 mm) 1 1
TYPICAL 0.039 in. 0.024 in.
0.056 in. (0.99 mm) (0.61 mm)
(1.42 mm) 1

1 1 1 1 1 1 1
0.059 in. 0.052 in. 0.048 in. 0.044 in. 0.035 in. 0.031 in. 0.028 in.
(1.50 mm) (1.32 mm) (1.22 mm) (1.12 mm) (0.89 mm) (0.78 mm) (0.71 mm)
2.00 in
(50.80 mm)

NOTES
1 Measurement refers to CHEM MILL step thickness.
1. Material: 2024−T3, QQ−A−250/5.
2. Chromic anodize per Bombardier Aerospace/Canadair MPS 160−10
and apply 1 coat of CMS 565−01 primer per
MPS 138−43 on CHEM MILL side only.
rnd5120040_002.dg, rm, 27/09/00

3. CHEM MILL per MPS 188 Type 1,


from stock thickness 0.063 in.(1.60 mm).
4. Tolerances X.XXX + 0.002 in. (0.051 mm), X.XX + 0.010 in. (0.25 mm).

Calibration Reference Standard for Thickness Measurements


Figure 8

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Table 1 − Materials Velocities

Longitudinal Velocity Transverse Velocity Acoustic


MATERIALS Impedance
inch/μsec Km/sec inch/μsec km/sec kg/(m2 x μsec)
Air 0.013 0.33 − − 0.0004
Acrylic resin 0.107 2.73 0.056 1.430 3.22
Aluminum 0.249 6.32 0.123 3.13 17.06
Al. Oxide 0.39 9.90 0.23 5.80 32.0
Beryllium 0.508 12.90 0.35 8.88 23.50
Boron Carbide 0.43 11.00 − − 26.40
Brass 0.174 4.43 0.083 2.12 37.30
Cadmium 0.109 2.78 0.059 1.50 24.02
Clumbium 0.194 4.92 0.083 2.10 42.16
Cooper 0.183 4.66 0.089 2.26 41.61
Glass (crown) 0.21 5.30 0.12 3.00 18.90
Glycerin 0.076 1.92 − − 2.42
Gold 0.128 3.24 0.047 1.20 62.60
Ice (at 0oC) 0.16 4.00 0.08 2.00 3.50
Inconel 0.229 5.82 0.119 3.02 49.47
Iron 0.232 5.90 0.127 3.23 45.43
Iron (Cast) 0.18 4.60 0.10 2.60 33.20
Lead 0.085 2.16 0.028 0.70 24.49
Lucide 0.106 2.68 0.05 1.26 3.16
Magnesium 0.23 5.80 0.12 3.00 10.00
Mercury 0.057 1.45 − − 19.66
Molybdenum 0.246 6.25 0.132 3.35 63.75
Monel 0.21 5.40 0.11 2.70 47.60
Neoprene 0.063 1.60 − − 2.10
Nickel 0.222 5.63 0.117 2.96 49.99
Nylon, 6−6 0.102 2.60 0.043 1.10 2.90
Oil (SAE 20 or 30) 0.069 1.74 − − 1.51
Platinum 0.156 3.96 0.066 1.67 84.74
Polyamide (slow) 0.087 2.20 0.043 1.10 2.40
Plexiglass 0.11 2.70 0.043 1.10 3.10
Polyethylene 0.07 1.90 0.02 0.50 1.70
Polystyrene 0.092 2.34 − − 2.47
Polyurethane 0.07 1.90 − − 1.90

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Table 1 − Materials Velocities (Continued)


Acoustic
Longitudinal Velocity Transverse Velocity
MATERIALS Impedance
inch/μsec Km/sec inch/μsec km/sec kg/(m2 x μsec)
Polyvinylchloride−PVC 0.094 2.395 0.042 1.06 3.35
Quartz 0.23 5.80 0.087 2.20 15.20
Rubber, Butyl 0.07 1.80 − − 2.00
Silver 0.142 3.60 0.063 1.59 37.76
Steel, mild 0.23 5.85 0.128 3.24 45.63
Steel, stainless 0.23 5.80 0.12 3.10 45.40
Teflon 0.06 1.40 − − 3.00
Tin 0.131 3.320 0.066 1.67 24.20
Titanium 0.24 6.10 0.123 3.12 27.69
Tungsten 0.204 5.18 0.113 2.87 99.72
Uranium 0.133 3.37 0.078 1.98 63.02
Water 0.0584 1.48 − − 1.48
Zinc 0.164 4.17 0.095 2.41 29.61
Zirconium 0.183 4.65 0.089 2.25 30.13

3. Inspection Procedure
A. Before carrying out an ultrasonic inspection, an approved procedure for the specified
inspection must be available. The specific procedures in Part 4 will describe in detail the
preparation, inspection coverage scanning technique, and acceptance/rejection criteria.
The inspection must be performed by certified ultrasonic personnel. Refer to 51−20−01
for general inspection requirements. It is important that the equipment manufacturer’s
instructions are followed for the correct use of the test instrument.
B. Other nondestructive testing methods are as follows:
− X−Ray inspection (Refer to Part 1, 51−20−02)
− Eddy current inspection (Refer to Part 1, 51−20−06)
− Magnetic particle inspection (Refer to Part 1, 51−20−07)
− Liquid penetrant inspection (Refer to Part 1, 51−20−08)
− Visual inspection (Refer to Part 1, 51−20−09).

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4. Acceptance or Rejection Criteria


A. All rejectable indications must be validated by,preferably, a Level 2 or Level 3 Ultrasonic
individual certified to an NDT Standard approved by the National Airworthiness Authority.
B. Report all rejectable indications to:
MHI RJ Aviation ULC
MHIRJ Customer Support
12655 Boul. Henri−Fabre,
Mirabel, QC, J7N 1E1, Canada.
Phone: (514) 855−8500

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EDDY CURRENT − INSPECTION PROCEDURES

1. General
A. Eddy current inspection method detects and measures the types of conditions in
electrically conductive materials. The conditions can be as follows:
− Surface and subsurface cracks
− Damage caused by corrosion (measure change in thickness)
− Thickness of non conductive coatings on non ferromagnetic conductive base materials
− Material electrical conductivity.
B. If part 1 general and part 6 eddy current tasks do not agree, use the part 6 eddy current
task (NDT Part 6 53−00−096).

2. Operation Principles
Refer to Figure 1.
A. When the alternating current passes through a coil (probe), it creates an alternating
magnetic field. It induces alternating currents (eddy currents) in a conductive test article.
B. The induced currents move in circular closed path around and normal to the coil’s
magnetic field. They also move parallel to the coil’s winding and to the part surface.
C. The magnetic field of the induced currents (eddy currents) are in a direction opposite to
the coil’s magnetic field resulting in a drop in flux.
D. During eddy current inspection, the presence of flaws and changes in material properties
in the test article causes the value of eddy current to change.
E. It also causes the value of the coil’s magnetic field to change and hence the current
through the coil.
F. Any change in the coil’s current will cause a dot on the display screen to deviate from the
balanced position.
G. The eddy currents depth of penetration is affected by several factors:
− Test frequency
− Material conductivity
− Permeability.
H. As the test frequency increases, depth of penetration decreases and the eddy currents
tend to concentrate near the surface of the part. This phenomenon is known as skin
effect".
I. As the frequency is lowered, the depth of penetration increases. However, the eddy
current strength is reduced and the sensitivity to detect flaws also decreases.
J. However, the actual frequency used in any specific eddy current inspection will depend on
the material thickness, the desired depth of penetration, and the sensitivity or resolution
required.
K. The electrical conductivity (% IACS, International Annealed Copper Standard) of a material
is affected by the factors that follow:
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− Chemical composition
− Heat treatment condition
− Temperature
− Age hardening
− Cold working.

3. Job Set−Up Information


A. General
(1) If equivalent equipment is used, it must satisfy the requirement of the task and
resolve the electrical discharge machined (EDM) notches of the calibration reference
standard (CRS) at the required level of resolution and sensitivity.
(2) The range of inspection frequencies used is from about 200 Hz to 6 MHz.
(3) In general, high frequencies eddy current (HFEC) above 100 kHz are used to
examine for surface discontinuities which can be as follows:.
− Surface cracks on a flat or slightly curved surface
− Surface cracks in a radius
− Surface cracks from an edge or cutout
− Surface cracks from a fastener hole.
(4) Low frequencies eddy current (LFEC) below 10 kHz are used to inspect for
subsurface discontinuities.
(5) Make sure you follow the manufacturers instructions when you operate the test
equipment.
B. Tools and Equipment
Refer to Figure 2, and Figure 3.
(1) Eddy Current Test Equipment
(a) The list that follows shows eddy current test equipments that MHI RJ Aviation
ULC uses:
− Hocking Phasec 2200
− Nortec 500D.
(b) For eddy current inspection of bolt holes with the fasteners removed, a viewing
screen with a YT display is used. One axis (vertical) of the eddy current signal is
displayed as a function of time.
(c) The eddy current test equipments used at MHI RJ Aviation ULC are of
"impedance plane" type.
(d) Both the inductive reactance (Y) and the resistance (X) components of the
complex impedance of the eddy current probe are displayed.
(e) The display shows both the amplitude and phase of the eddy current signal (XY
display).
(f) The values shown on the screen display figures can vary between test
equipments.
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Refer to Figure 4.
(2) Probes
(a) Probes must be identified with the manufacturer’s name, frequency or
frequency range, part number and serial number.
(b) Probe adapters and connectors can be required to connect probes from
different manufacturers to match the test equipment being used.
(c) Absolute, differential, and send−received (reflection) coil configurations, with or
without magnetic shielding, must be used as specified in the inspection
procedure.
(d) The configurations of these probes varies in shape and size and can be:
− Bolt hole
− Cranked
− Pencil
− Sliding
− Spot
− 90° tip.
Refer to Figure 5.
(3) Calibration Reference Standards
(a) The CRS must meet its drawing material specifications and EDM notch
requirements.
(b) EDM notches are used to simulate cracks in the CRS.
(c) Machined or chemical milled steps are used to simulate corrosion in the CRS.
(d) The standards will give a repeatable source of eddy current indication during
test equipment calibration.
(e) The EDM notches and steps are the approximate size of discontinuities that
can be found in the inspection area. They are used to determine the rejection
threshold as well as being a reference for sizing and evaluation of indications.
C. Reference Information

MANUAL NO REFERENCE DESIGNATION


CSP A−010 51−00−001 (Part 6) Lift−Off Compensation Cal-
ibration
D. Standard Practices Information

MANUAL NO REFERENCE DESIGNATION


CSP A−008 51−13−01 Defect and Damage Repair
Requests−Report Proce-
dure

4. Procedure
Refer to Figure 6.
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A. Calibrate and examine the parts as follows:


(1) Monitor the screen display carefully at all times and note all distinct relevant
indications. Include the screen display height of each signal and its location on the
part.
(2) Make sure the operating point is on the screen display at all times.
(3) If the operating point has moved to the left of the CRS balance point, do the lift−off
compensation calibration (TASK 51−00−06 (Part 6)).
(4) If the operating point has moved below the CRS balance point, do as follows:
(a) Rebalance the test equipment on an adjacent inspection area.
(b) Scan the CRS balance point.
(c) Repeat until the operating point is at the same location of the CRS balance
point on the screen display.
(5) Make sure the inspection surface is well illuminated.
(6) Use a non conductive straight edge as a probe guide. This will prevent edge signals
and maximize the surface crack sensitivity.
(7) Use a non conductive circle template as a probe guide. Use a hole size which gives
a clearance equivalent to the probe diameter between the edge of the fastener hole
and the template.
(8) Use the fastener head or tail as a probe guide for circular scans.
(9) Make sure that the probe (coil) tip stays perpendicular to the inspection surface at all
times during the scan.
(10) Make sure you keep a minimum distance between the probe (coil) tip and the part
edge to prevent the screen display to show an edge signal.
(11) Use a probe index of one probe diameter or less between the scans.
(12) Do each scan of the inspection area at the same probe speed and contact pressure
as used during the calibration step.
(13) The outside diameter of fixed bolt−hole probes must not be more than 0.006 in.
(0.15 mm) less than the hole inside diameter.
(14) Variable or adjustable bolt−hole probes must be set so that a slight interference
exists between the hole and probe.
(15) Make sure that the sliding probe (coil) is put flat on the surface to be scanned.
(16) The sliding probe is most sensitive when its centerline is aligned on the crack length.
NOTE: The probe sensitivity is decreased when the probe centerline is more than
plus or minus 30 degrees from the crack length.
(17) Calibrate the test equipment for the conditions that follow and if necessary, repeat
the inspection steps from the last correct calibration:
− Every 15 minutes of continuous operation
− When there is a change of the set up parameter
− When there is a change of the test equipment (i.e. probe, Teflon tape on probe
(coil))
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− When the amplitude of the calibration signal has decreased by 25% or more
− If the operation point goes off the screen display
− When the inspection is completed.
B. Do the indications evaluation as follow:
(1) If a subsurface indication is detected in the vicinity of fasteners, remove the fasteners
as necessary. Do an eddy current bolt hole inspection to confirm indication.
(2) Approval and authorization from engineering must be obtained, before the fasteners
are removed or the holes are enlarged.
(3) To detect discontinuities below or near the surface, use the X−ray radiography
inspection (RT) in Part 2, or the ultrasonic inspection (UT) in Part 4.
(4) Magnetic particle inspection (MPI) in Part 7 can also be used for ferromagnetic
materials.
(5) To detect discontinuities that are open to the surface of a bare metal, use the liquid
penetrant inspection (LPI) in Part 8.
C. Do the acceptance and rejection criteria as follows:
(1) Crack indications must be validated by a Level II or Level III eddy current individual
certified to a NDT Standard approved by the National Airworthiness Authority.
(2) If necessary, send a defect and damage report to MHI RJ Group (SRM 51−13−01).

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COIL’S MAGNETIC
FIELD

ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE
MATERIAL
AC
SOURCE

EDDY EDDY CURRENT MAGNETIC FIELD


CURRENTS OPPOSITE DIRECTION TO COIL’S
MAGNETIC FIELD
rnd5120060_001.dg, kms, 05/07/00

Generation of Eddy Currents


Figure 1

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EDGE SIGNAL CRACK SIGNAL

rnd5120060_002.dg, mgr, 05/31/11


LIFT−OFF BALANCE POINT

Typical XY Impedance−Plane Screen Display


Figure 2

CRACK SIGNAL

rnd5120060_003.dg, jp, 06/07/00

Typical YT Impedance−Plane Screen Display


Figure 3

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STRAIGHT PENCILE PROBE RIGHT−ANGLE (90 ) PROBE

CRANK PROBE

DUAL− ELEMENT SLIDING PROBE

FIXED (SINGLE) DIAMETER


BOLT−HOLE PROBE

rnd5120060_004.dg, mgr, 05/31/121

VARIABLE DIAMETER BOLT−HOLE


PROBE
SPOT FACE PROBES

Eddy Current Probes


Figure 4

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3.75 in.
(95.25 mm)
PART NUMBER
I.D. 1.25 in. 1.75 in. 0.25 in.
(31.75 mm) 2 (44.45 mm) (6.35 mm)

1.50 in.
(38.10 mm)

0.50 in. 0.75 in.


(12.70 mm) (19.00 mm)

2 2 4

0.040 in. +
− 0.001 in. 0.020 in. +
− 0.001 in. 0.008 in. +
− 0.001 in.
(1.00 mm + − 0.03 mm) (0.51 mm + − 0.03 mm) (0.20 mm + − 0.030 mm)

LEGEND
1. The material of the calibration reference standard must be similar to the test article in terms of
electrical conductivity and magnetic permeability.
2 All electrical discharge machined−notches are
0.005 in. + 0.000/−0.002 in. (0.13 mm + 0.00/−0.05 mm) wide.
rnd5120060_005.dg, jp/r, 25/08/00

3. The surface finish shall be 63 RHR or better.


4 Part number material and notch identifications will be impression stamped at the locations
with 0.080 in. (2.00 mm) letter size.
5. It is permissible to subsitute with other aluminum alloy provided the conductivity is within the
same range as the material specification callout.
Typical CRS for Surface Cracks
Figure 5 (Sheet 1 of 2)

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0.625 in.
0.75 in. 0.25 in.
(15.88 mm)
(19.00 mm) (6.35 mm)

1.00 in.
(25.40 mm)
0.18 in. (4.57 mm) 0.005 in. (0.13 mm)
0.60 in. 4 5
RADIUS MAXIMUM WIDTH
(15.24 mm)
(TYPICAL) FOR ALL EDM
0.60 in. 6 7 NOTCHES
(15.24 mm) (TYPICAL)
0.550 in. 8 9
(13.98 mm)
6.00 in.
0.65 in. 10 11
(152.40 mm)
(16.51 mm)
5 (TYPICAL)
0.75 in. 12 13
(19.00 mm)
A
0.85 in. 14 15 B
(21.60 mm)

B 16 17 18

A − A
0.75 in.
3.75 in. (19.00 mm)
+ 0.001 in.
0.04 in. −
(95.25 mm) (1.00 mm + − 0.025 mm)
A DEEP THRU
C

C
B − B
EDM NOTCH LOCATIONS FOR ALL HOLES
LEGEND (TYPICAL)
1. The material of the calibration reference standard must be similar to the test article in terms
of electrical conductivity and magnetic permeability.
2. All electrical discharge machined−notches are 0.005 in. + 0.000/−0.002 in.
rnd5120060_006.dg, jp/kms, 20/11/01

(0.13 mm + 0.00/−0.05 mm) wide.


3. Ream and deburr all holes.
4. Hole tolerances +0.005 in./−0.000 in. (0.13 mm/−0.00 mm).
5 The number of the hole shown below each hole is in increments of 0.03125 in. (0.79375 mm).
Multiply the number of the hole by 0.03125 in. (0.79375 mm) to get the hole diameter.
6. Identification stamp hole sizes as shown with 0.08 in. (2.00 mm) letter size.
7. The hole diameters shown on this calibration reference standard are common sizes used
on the aircraft. The diameter of the hole must be the same as the hole to be inspected.
Typical CRS for Bolt Hole Inspection
Figure 5 (Sheet 2 of 2)

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NOTE
1 Examine the shaded area. PROBE

DRAFTSMAN’S CIRCLE
TEMPLATE

PROBE

PLASTIC OR WOOD
STRAIGHT EDGE

1
rnd5120060_007.dg, jp, 05/07/00

Use of Guides and Templates for Eddy Current Inspections


Figure 6

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MAGNETIC PARTICLE

1. General
A. Magnetic particle inspection (MPI) is used to detect surface or near surface discontinuities
in ferromagnetic or magnetizable materials such as cobalt, nickel, iron and alloy steels.
MPI can not be used on nonferromagnetic metals and alloys such as austenitic stainless
steels.
B. This part contains information pertinent to the performance and application of the MPI
method.
NOTE: If there is a conflict between this Part 1 − General Information and the specific
procedure in Part 7 of this Manual (NDTM), the specific procedure takes
precedence.

2. Principles of Operation

A. General
(1) The MPI method is based on the principal that when a test article is magnetized, the
magnetic flux is locally distorted by the presence of a discontinuity. The
discontinuity will force some of the magnetic field to leave and reenter the object
producing what is known as magnetic leakage field. The leakage field is capable of
attracting or collecting finely divided ferromagnetic particles to form an outline or
indication of the discontinuity.
(2) Discontinuities that are between 45 and 90 degrees to the magnetic field will cause a
leakage field. It is important that the magnetic field is as close as possible to 90
degrees or perpendicular to the discontinuity to obtain the strongest indication. The
test article must be magnetized in two or more directions approximately 90 degrees
apart if the major dimension or orientation of the discontinuity is unknown.
(3) The MPI method consists of the following six basic steps:
− Preparation of inspection surfaces
− Magnetization of the inspection surface
− Application of magnetic particles
− Inspection and evaluation
− Demagnetization
− Post cleaning.

3. Equipment and Test Materials

A. Magnetizing and Demagnetizing Equipment


(1) Magnetization can be achieved by passing electric current directly through the test
object or indirectly by placing the test object within the magnetic flux of an external
source such as a coil. The MPI procedures can involve the use of yokes, portable or
mobile units and stationary units.
(2) The types of current used for magnetization include full−wave rectified alternating
current single or three phase (FWDC), half−wave rectified alternating current single
phase (HWDC) and alternating current (AC).
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CAUTION: ALTERNATING CURRENT (AC) SHOULD ONLY USED FOR DETECTION OF


SURFACE TYPE DISCONTINUITIES.
B. Test Materials
(1) Dry particles must meet the requirements of AMS 3040.
(2) Visible wet particles must meet the requirements of AMS 3041, AMS 3042 and AMS
3043. Fluorescent wet particles must meet the requirements of AMS 3044, AMS
3045 and AMS 3046.
(3) Oil liquid vehicle for the wet method must conform to AMS 2641 or DOD−F−87935.
C. Equipment/Material Calibration and Verification
The equipment and materials used in MPI must be checked for performance and
accuracy, Refer to Table 1.
Table 1 − Required Test and Verification Intervals
TEST MAXIMUM TIME BETWEEN VERIFICATION
1. Equipment
A. Black light intensity
1. Fixed Daily
2. Portable Prior to use
B. White light intensity
1. Fixed inspection/ambient Daily
2. Portable inspection/ambient Prior to use
C. Ammeter 6 months
D. Timer control 6 months
E. Internal short 6 months
F. Quick break 6 months
G. Dead weight 6 months
H. Gauss meters 6 months
I. Light meters 6 months
2. Materials
A. Wet suspensions
1. Concentration Each shift
2. Contamination Weekly
3. Water break Prior to use
3. System Performance
A. Using ring specimen Daily

4. Preparation of Inspection Surfaces


NOTE: Where necessary, tasks such as access panel and component removal are done
before the inspection. These tasks are included in the specific procedures in Part 7
of this manual.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS A GOOD FLOW OF CLEAN AIR AND SUFFICIENT FIRE
PROTECTION. USE APPROVED BODY PROTECTION WHEN YOU USE SOLVENTS.
ALL SOLVENTS ARE POISONOUS AND SOME ARE FLAMMABLE.
A. The inspection surface must be free of grease, oil, rust, paint and other contaminants that
may interfere with the inspection sensitivity level. The inspection surface must be cleaned
and dried prior to inspection. Refer to the SRM, Chapter 51.
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B. The test article must be demagnetized before inspection if the residual magnetic field will
interfere with the test.
C. Use hard grease or wood plugs to seal off areas of the parts or assemblies that follow:
− Areas that can be damaged by the inspection materials
− Areas where the inspection materials can be entrapped.
D. MPI should not be performed on parts with coatings such as chrome plating greater than
0.003 in. (0.076 mm) in thickness, or ferromagnetic coatings such as nickel plating greater
than 0.001 in. (0.025 mm). These coatings could prevent detection of surface
discontinuities in the base material.

5. Magnetization of the Inspection Surface


NOTE: The information that follows is limited to methods which are permitted to for use for
inspection of aircraft parts only.
CAUTION: USE COPPER BRAIDED PADS BETWEEN THE ELECTRODES AND PARTS TO
PREVENT BURNING OF THE PART. ENSURE THAT THERE IS SUFFICIENT
PRESSURE BETWEEN THE ELECTRODES AND PART, AND THE CONTACT POINTS
ARE CLEAN.

A. Types of Magnetic Fields Used in MPI


NOTE: There are two basic types of magnetic fields used in MPI, circular and
longitudinal.
(1) Circular magnetization can be achieved by clamping the part between contacts on a
stationary bench−type equipment or by passing a conductor through a hollow
section of the part. The magnetic field forms complete loops within the object, i.e. it
travels in a circular direction.
(2) Longitudinal magnetization can be induced into the part by using a fixed coil, cable
wraps or an electromagnetic yoke. The magnetic field direction is essentially parallel
to its longitudinal axis and characterized by poles close to each end of the object.

B. Magnetizing Current and Field Strength Verification


(1) Use of a Gaussmeter and/or an artificial flaw indicator such as a flaw shim (refer to
Figure 2) is required to verify the field strength and direction on all parts. When
using a Guassmeter, field strength readings in the range of 30 to 60 gauss (2.4 to 4.8
kA/m) measured on the part surface are considered adequate.
(2) For direct and central conductor circular magnetization 300 to 500 amperes per in.
[A/in] (12 to 20) amperes per millimeter [A/mm] of diameter. Higher amperages, up
to 1000 A/in. (40 A/mm) may be used for detection of subsurface discontinuities.
(3) The following conditions apply to fixed coils and cable wrap magnetization
(a) The minimum length to diameter (L/D) ratio is 2:1. If the L/D ratio is less than
two, do the steps that follow:
1 Circularly magnetize the part in two or more directions approximately 90
degrees apart.
2 Increase the L/D ratio to two or more by placing two or more parts of
similar external dimensions end to end, or by using ferromagnetic pole
pieces of approximately the same outside diameter.
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(b) Use of electromagnetic yokes.


(c) The part must be positioned with the long axis parallel to the axis of the coil.
(d) Cable wraps consisting of three to five turns.
(e) The maximum length of inspection by each shot must not exceed 18 in., 9 in.
on either side of the coil. For parts greater than 18 in., multiple shots are
required with a minimum magnetic field overlap of 10 percent.
C. Magnetizing Current for Coils
(1) The following formulae should be used as a guide to establish and are applicable
only if the L/D ratio is 2 to 15. If L/D is greater than 15, use 15 in the calculations.
(a) For low−fill factor coils, when the cross−sectional area of the coil is 10 or more
times the cross−sectional area of the part being inspected, the amperage must
be calculated using the equations that follow:
For parts positioned to the side of the coil, NI + K (" 10%)
LńD
K 1R
For parts positioned in the center of the coil, NI + (" 10%)
[6(LńD) * 5]
where:
N=Number of turns in the coil
I=Current, Amperes
K=45,000, Ampere turns
K1=43,000, Ampere turns
R=Radius of the coil, inches
L=Length of the part, and
D=Diameter of the part, same units as the length.
(2) For high−fill factor coils or cable wraps, when the cross−sectional area of the coil is
less than twice the cross−sectional area (including the hollow portions) of the part
being inspected, the amperage must be calculated using the equation that follows:
NI + K (" 10%)
[(LńD) ) 2]
where:
N=Number of turns in the coil
I=Current, Amperes
K=35,000, Ampere turns
L=Length of the part, and
D=Diameter of the part, same units as the length.
(3) For hollow or cylindrical parts, D must be replaced with Deff (effective diameter) as
follows:
For hollow cylinders: D eff + [(OD) 2 * (ID) 2] 1ń2

For parts with hollow portions other than hollow cylinders in shape:
D eff + 2[(A t * A h)ńp] 1ń2
where:
OD=Outside diameter of the cylinder
ID=Inside diameter of the cylinder
At=Total cross sectional area of the part
Ah=Cross sectional area of hollow portions of the part.
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(4) For electromagnetic yokes:


Yokes must be dead weight tested. AC yokes must have a minimum lifting force of
10 Ibs. (45 N) with a 2− to 4−inch (50− to 100−mm) spacing between legs. DC
yokes must have a minimum lifting force of 30 Ibs. (135 N) with a 2− to 4−inch (50−
to 100−mm) spacing between legs, or 50 Ibs. (225 N), with a 4− to 6−inch (100− to
150−mm) spacing between legs.

6. Indicator Media (Magnetic Particles)

A. Dry Method Powder


(1) Dry powders can be fluorescent and must be viewed in a dark area using a black
light (ultraviolet).
(2) Dry powders can also be nonfluorescent (visible) usually black, red or yellow and
must be viewed under natural or artificial light conditions.
(3) Dry powders are typically applied from portable squeeze bottle applicators or low
velocity, pneumatic operated guns.

B. Wet Method (Suspensions)


(1) Wet suspensions can be fluorescent or nonfluorescent (visible).
(2) Wet suspensions are typically applied from well−agitated portable sprays (aerosol)
for on−site inspection. or for bench type equipment low pressure spraying or flowing
the suspension onto the part surfaces.

7. Application of Magnetic Particles

A. Wet Continuous Method, Portable Equipment


(1) Apply the magnetizing current.
(2) Apply the particle suspension on the inspection surface while the magnetizing
current is on. Allow suspension to drain before the magnetizing current is turned off.

B. Wet continuous method, bench−type equipment


(1) Apply the particle suspension on the inspection surface by spray. Apply the
magnetizing current at the instant the particle suspension is diverted.
(2) Apply a minimum of two shots of magnetizing current of one half second each.

C. Dry Continuous Method, Portable Equipment


(1) Apply the magnetizing current.
(2) Apply the dry particles in a light cloud onto the inspection surface with the
magnetizing current on.
(3) With the magnetizing current on, remove excess particles by gently blowing with a
stream of dry air of sufficient force to remove the excess particles, but not strong
enough to remove indications.
(4) Turn off the magnetizing current.
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8. Inspection

A. Viewing Area
(1) For the fluorescent particle process, the inspection area, i.e. booths, must be kept
clean to prevent contamination and adequately shielded to provide an ambient
visible light level not exceeding 2 footcandles (fc) or 20 lux (lx) measured at the part
surface including those emitted by black lights.
(2) Inspectors must allow a minimum of one minute dark adaptation after each time the
black light booth or inspection area is entered from visible light prior to fluorescent
MPI.

B. Lighting
(1) The black light source used for fluorescent magnetic particle inspection may be fixed
or hand held. The high pressure mercury vapor lamp bulb must be at least 100 watt
type containing an external filter or a filter integrated into the bulb to transmit
wavelengths between 320 to 400 nanometers (nm), with 365 nm wavelength
predominating.
(2) When using nonfluorescent (visible) particles, the inspection area must provide a
white light source capable of producing a minimum of 100 fc or 1000 lx at the
inspection surface.
(3) Special portable black light equipment may be used to supplement regular lights for
inspecting inner surfaces of holes, tubing, recesses and other inaccessible areas.

C. Inspection Coverage
The inspection coverage required must be specified in the specific procedure in Part 7,
Service Bulletin (SB) or Airworthiness Directive (AD).

D. Inspection Start Amperage


The inspection must start at the lowest amperage, based on the smallest cross section
and with increasing steps to cover each increase in section.

E. Circular and Longitudinal Magnetization


When circular and longitudinal magnetization are used to inspect the part, the circular
magnetization must precede the longitudinal magnetization.

F. After Magnetization
After each magnetization, examine the part thoroughly for particle indications.

G. Distinct Relevant Indications


Make a note of all distinct relevant indications and its relative location on the part.

9. Evaluation of Indications

A. Causes of Nonrelevant Indications


(1) Nonrelevant indications are caused by magnetic leakage fields but they do not
represent discontinuities.
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(2) Design factors such as keyways, drilled holes and abrupt changes in section,
metallurgical changes and permeability variations, shrink fits or dissimilar materials
may produce nonrelevant indications.

B. False Indications Causes


(1) False indications are not caused by leakage field, they are caused mechanically.
These indications do not reappear after the parts are cleaned and reprocessed.
Examples of false indications include, magnetic writing, this indication appears as a
characteristic scrawl created by one part rubbing against another, also scale and
surface scratches.

C. Relevant Indications Causes


(1) Relevant indications are caused by magnetic leakage fields and represents the
presence of discontinuity and will reappear after the parts are cleaned and
reprocessed.
(2) Surface indications are sharp and distinct.
(3) Subsurface indications are broad and fuzzy.

10. Demagnetization
A. Inspected parts must be demagnetized between magnetizing operations, wherever the
residual magnetism interferes with the interpretation of indication, and after completion of
magnetic particle inspection.
B. If possible, magnetize parts in the longitudinal direction prior to demagnetization.
C. When using AC demagnetization, the part must be subjected to a field with a peak value
greater than, and in nearly the same direction as the field used during inspection. This AC
field is then decreased gradually to zero.
D. Hold the part approximately one foot (30 cm) in front of the AC demagnetizing coil and
move it slowly through the coil and at least three feet (91 cm) beyond the end of the coil.
Rotate and tumble parts of complex shape while passing them through the coil.
E. When using DC demagnetization, the initial field must be greater than and nearly in the
same direction as the field reached in the part during inspection. The field must then be
reversed, and decreased in magnitude. The process must be repeated until an
acceptable value of residual field is reached.
F. After demagnetization, place a magnetic field indicator on several areas of the part. The
residual fields in all areas must not exceed three Gauss (240 A/m) unless specified
otherwise.

11. Post Cleaning

A. Cleaning of Accepted Parts After MPI


(1) Clean the parts with P−D−680 solvent after inspection and removal of residual
magnetic field (Refer to SRM, Chapter 51).
(2) Where applicable, remove any hard grease or wood plugs and clean the areas with
P−D−680 solvent (Refer to SRM, Chapter 51).
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(3) Apply the specified finish (Refer to SRM, Chapter 51).


(4) If the part or inspection surfaces have defects that can be repaired, inspect the areas
again after the repair. Make sure that all the defects are removed before the
specified finish is applied.

12. System Performance Checks


NOTE: All verification test results must be recorded in a logbook, maintained and signed by
a quality control representative.

A. Equipment Tests

(1) Ammeter Accuracy


(a) Connect a certified ammeter in series with the output circuit.
(b) Take comparative readings at a minimum of three output levels covering the
useable range of the equipment.
(c) An equipment ammeter reading that deviates by more than ± 10 percent of full
scale from the current value reading of the calibrated ammeter is unacceptable.

(2) Timer Control Check


(a) If equipment is using a timer to control the applied current duration, the timer
must be checked for accuracy with a certified electronic timer.
(b) The minimum accuracy is ± 0.1 second.

(3) Magnetic Field Quick Break Check


(a) Perform this test with a suitable oscilloscope or other applicable method as
specified by the equipment manufacturer for proper function of the quick break
circuitry.

(4) Dead Weight Checks


(a) The lifting force requirement for AC electromagnetic is a minimum of 10 lb (4.6
kg) with a 2− to 4−inch (50− to 100−mm) spacing between the legs.
(b) The lifting force requirement for DC electromagnetic is a minimum of 30 lb (13.8
kg) with a 2− to 4−inch (50− to 100−mm) spacing between the legs.
(c) The lifting force requirement for DC electromagnetic is a minimum of 50 lb (22.5
kg) with a 4− to 6−inch (100− to 150−mm) spacing between the legs.

(5) Light Meters


NOTE: The meters used for measurement of light intensity, black light and white
light must be certified at the required intervals, Refer to Table 1.

(6) Black Light Intensity Checks


(a) Turn lamp on and allow warm−up time, as per manufacturer’s
recommendations.
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(b) Place a certified black light meter (that reads in mW/cm2) on the work surface in
the center of the black light beam. Adjust the height of the lamp to establish a
15−inch (38−cm) distance from the filter of the black light lamp to the photo
cell of the black light meter.
(c) Move the black light meter horizontally along the work surface until the highest
reading is obtained.
(d) Minimum black light intensity at a distance of 15 in. (38 cm) is 1000 mW/cm2.

(7) Ambient White Light Intensity Checks


(a) Using a certified white light meter, measure the white light intensity at the
inspection surface in fc or lx.
(b) Minimum white light intensity at the inspection surface is 100 fc or 1000 lx.

(8) Gauss Meters


NOTE: Gauss meters used for field strength determination must be certified to
NBS traceable standards as per ISO 10012−1.
(a) The minimum accuracy is ± 5 percent of the full scale.

B. Material Test

(1) Wet, Oil Vehicle Suspension Tests

(a) Particle Concentration Test


1 Allow the bath to agitate for a minimum of 30 minutes.
2 Fill a clean, graduated, pear shaped centrifuge tube (ASTM D1966) to the
100 ml level with agitated suspension.
3 Demagnetize the sample. Allow the tube to stand in a vibration free area
and allow a setting time of 60 minutes.
4 Read the level of the settled particles in the tube under black light for
fluorescent particles.
5 Fluorescent particle concentrations must be in the range of 0.1 ml to 0.40
ml.
6 Nonfluorescent particle concentrations must be in the range of 1.2 ml to
2.4 ml.

(b) Wet Particle Contamination


1 Perform the tests specified in paragraph 12.B.(a). Examine the liquid
above the precipitate with the black light. The liquid must be comparable
to the fluorescence of the original solution.
2 Examine the graduated portion of the tube, under both black light and
visible light, for striations or bands, different color or appearance. Bands
or striations may indicate contamination.
3 If the total volume of the contaminants, including bands or striations
exceed 30 percent of the magnetic particles, or if the liquid is noticeably
fluorescent, the bath must be replaced.
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C. System Performance Verification


NOTE: Using test ring specimen and artificial flaws described in Figure 1 and Figure 2
(similar to ASMT E14444).
(1) Place a central conductor with a 1− to 1.25−inch (25− to 31−mm) diameter and a
length longer than 16 in. (40 cm) through the center of the ring specimen.
(2) Center the ring specimen in the middle of the central conductor and clamp between
the heads so that the number one hole in the ring is at the 12 o’clock position and
number 2 through number 12 holes are facing the inspector.
(3) Attach an artificial flaw shim, similar to those shown in Figure 2 to the ring specimen
approximately 0.50 in. (12.7 mm) from the number one hole, away from the
inspector. The shim may be placed on the outer radius or the side of the ring.
(4) Magnetize the ring circularly by passing the current specified in Table 2. Apply the
suspension to the ring using the continuous method, Refer to Paragraph 6.
(5) Examine the ring within one minute after current application. The number of visible
hole indications must meet or exceed those specified in Table 2, in addition to the
artificial flaw indication.

Table 2 − Ring Specimen Indications


Minimum Number of Holes
Particle Type FWDC Amperage
Indicated
Wet suspension fluorescent 1400 3
2500 4
3400 5
Wet suspension 1400 3
nonfluorescent 2500 4
3400 5
Dry powder 1400 4
2500 6
3400 7

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0.75 +
− 0.03 in.
(TYPICAL)

1
2
3

1.25 +
− 0.03 in. 5.00 +
− 0.03 in.
6
0.070 +
− 0.005 in.
DIA. THRU
7 HOLES
12 (TYPICAL)
D 8
11
10 9

.875 in.

HOLE
NUMBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

DIMENSION
0.07 0.14 0.21 0.28 0.35 0.42 0.49 0.56 0.63 0.70 0.77 0.84
”D”

NOTES
1. All dimensions are in inches.
2. Tolerance on dimension ”D” is + −0.005 in.
3. Hole numbers 10 thru 12 are optional.
4. All machined surfaces 25 RMS or better.
5. Material: ANSI 01 tool steel from annealed round stock, with
a Rockwell B hardness between 90 and 95. Protect with corrosion
rnd5120007_001.dg

protective finish.

Ring Specimen with Artificial Subsurface Continuities Used for System Verification
Figure 1

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DEFECT 0.002 in.


(0.05 mm)
(TYPICAL)
DEFECT

0.25 in. 0.75 in. (20 mm) 0.005 in.


0.5 in.
(12.5 mm) (6 mm) (TYPICAL) (0.125 mm)
(TYPICAL) (TYPICAL)

0.25 in. (6 mm)


(TYPICAL)

TYPE A TYPE B

0.5 in. 0.25 in. 0.375 in.


(12.7 mm) (6 mm) (9.5 mm)

DEFECT

TYPE C

2.0 in. (50 mm)

0.4 in.
(10 mm)

DIVISIONAL LINE
(TYPICAL)
DEFECT
rnd5120007_002.dg

TYPE R

Examples of Artificial Flaw Shims (Per AS 5371) Used for System or field Strength Verification
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LIQUID PENETRANT−INSPECTION PROCEDURES

1. General
A. This section establishes the minimum requirements for conducting liquid penetrant
examinations of non−porous materials.
B. The penetrant examination process described in this section is applicable to in−process,
final, and maintenance (in−service) inspections. These processes are applicable for the
detection of discontinuities such as lack of fusion, corrosion (pitting), cracks, laps, cold
shuts, porosity, etc. that are open or connected to the surface of the component under
examination.
NOTE: If there is a conflict between this Part 1 − General Information and the specific
procedure in Part 8 of this Manual (NDTM), the specific procedure takes
precedence.

2. Principles of Penetrant Inspection


A. After thorough preparation of the inspection area, a liquid of high mobility and penetrating
power (the penetrant) is applied to the surface of the part. The penetrant is allowed to
dwell on the surface for a specified time so that it can, by capillary action, enter open to
the surface discontinuities.
B. Following the specified penetrant dwell time, the excess penetrant is removed from the
surface. An approved remover (or cleaning system) is used to ensure a clean surface,
leaving only that penetrant which has entered any discontinuity.
C. Next, a fine powder developer is applied to the surface and the blotting action of the
powder draws the penetrant from the discontinuity. The penetrant seeps from the
discontinuity and is absorbed by the powder particles so that an indication of the
discontinuity develops to a size which can be seen against the background of the powder,
or seen when illuminated under a black light, if fluorescent penetrant is used.
D. Relevant indications are recorded before the surface is thoroughly cleaned, and
depending upon the acceptance criteria, further action may be taken.
E. All the materials intended for a specific penetrant inspection, penetrant, remover, and
developer must belong to the same penetrant family or system, and must be supplied by
the same manufacturer.
NOTE: Refer to Figure 1 for a general flow chart for a penetrant procedure for Method C
in service examination. Refer to Figure 1 (Sheet 2) for a visual representation for
Method C.

3. Materials
A. Penetrants
Penetrant Types: Penetrants are classified into the two following types:
− Type I−Fluorescent Dye
− Type II−Visible Dye.

B. Penetrant Methods
Penetrants are also sub−classified by the method of removal as follows:
− Method A−Water washable
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− Method C−Solvent removable


− Method D−Post Emulsifiable Hydrophilic.

C. Penetrant Sensitivity Levels


Type I penetrants are sub−classified into sensitivity levels as follows:
− Sensitivity Level 1/2−Low
− Sensitivity Level 1−Low
− Sensitivity Level 2−Medium
− Sensitivity Level 3−High
− Sensitivity Level 4−Ultra high.
NOTE: Type II penetrants are classified in a single sensitivity level not represented by
any of the above.

D. Developers
Developer types are classified as follows:
− Form a−Dry Powder
− Form b−Water Soluble
− Form c−Water Suspendable
− Form d−Nonaqueous for Type I fluorescent penetrants
− Form e−Nonaqueous for Type II visible penetrants
− Form f−Specific application.

E. Solvent Remover
In the applicable cases, solvent removers are classified relating to their chemical features
as follows:
− Class (1)−Halogenated
− Class (2)−Nonhalogenated
− Class (3)−Specific application.

F. Qualified Materials
Materials only listed on QPL−AMS−2644 must be utilized for penetrant examination.

G. Penetrant Selection.
The penetrant selected must be adequate for each specific inspection. For general use
on aircraft in−service inspections, Type I, Method C, Level 3 or 4 (Fluorescent solvent
removable). penetrants are to be used.

CAUTION: FLUORESCENT PENETRANT MUST NOT BE PERFORMED ON A COMPONENT


WHICH HAS BEEN PREVIOUSLY INSPECTED USING A VISIBLE DYE
PENETRANT.
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H. Miscellaneous
− Masking materials must be impervious and non−reactive to chemical products used in
the process
− System test panels.

4. Facilities

A. Facilities Requirements
(1) The facilities must meet or exceed the requirements specified in ASTM E1417.
(2) The facilities must contain the equipment set up in a suitable manner to allow
effective controlled flow of production parts through all process steps required.
(3) The equipment must be built and arranged in a way to prevent water, dust or foreign
material contamination of inspection materials and to permit uniform, controlled
operation. All tanks and chambers must be identified as to their purpose or content.
(4) Viewing areas must be adequately shielded to provide a white light background not
exceeding 2 footcandles (fc) (20 lux (lx)) for the fluorescent stationary and portable
examination area.
(5) A minimum black light intensity of 1000 microwatts per cm2 at part surface is
necessary for adequate examination of parts for Type I Penetrant.
(6) A minimum white light intensity (high intensity light) of 100 fc (1000 lx) at the part
surface is necessary for adequate examination of parts for Type II Penetrant.
(7) Special black light equipment may be used to supplement regular black light for
examination inside surfaces of holes, tubing and otherwise inaccessible areas.
Special black light equipment may be used for portable on site examinations, when
necessary, providing conditions noted in paragraph 5.A.(2) are met. Compensate for
drop−off in light intensity by positioning the black light source closer to the
examination area.
(8) The black light intensity for the rinsing station must be a minimum of 100 microwatts
per cm2 at the part surface, with 10 fc (100 lx) maximum ambient white light.

5. Equipment

A. Equipment Requirements
(1) Black light lamp source for examination must be properly filtered to transmit
wavelengths of between 300 to 400 nm (nanometers), with those wavelengths near
365 nm predominating. Defective bulbs and damaged filters must be replaced before
further use. The black light must warm up in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations prior to measuring the black light
(2) Light meters must be capable of measuring black light intensity in microwatts per
cm2 within the spectral range of 320 to 400 nm, accurate to ±10% of the reading,
and the minimum intensity of the black light must be at least 1000 microwatts per
cm2 when measured at 15 in. (38 cm) from the bulb.
(3) The visible light meter for measuring white light intensity must be capable of
measuring minimum light level of 1 fc (10 lx).
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(4) Dryers circulating convection type oven with working temperatures of between 130
and 160 °F (54 to 71 °C) with a limit cut off at 160 °F (71 °C).

6. Equipment Material and Facilities Calibration and Verification


A. For calibration and verification checks, refer to Table 1.
Table 1 − Tests and Test Frequency
Test Frequency
System performance Daily
Developer contamination (Aqueous, Soluble and Suspendable) Daily
Developer concentration (Aqueous, Soluble and Suspendable) Weekly
Developer condition (Dry) Daily
Water wash pressure Daily
Water wash temperature Daily
Black light intensity Daily
Area cleanness inspection Daily
Non−water based penetrant (Method A) water content Monthly
Emulsifier concentration (Hydrophlic) Weekly
Penetrant sensitivity Monthly
Fluorescent brightness Monthly
Penetrant removability Monthly
Emulsifier removability Weekly
Drying oven calibration Semi−annually
Light meter calibration Semi−annually
Thermometer calibration Annually
Pressure gauge calibration Annually
Ambient white light Weekly
White light intensity Daily
NOTE: The maximum time between verification may be reduced or extended when substantiated
by actual technical reliability.

7. Surface Preparation
A. When necessary, tasks such as removal of access panels and components are always
done prior to the examination and are included in the specific procedures as noted in Part
8 of this manual.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS A GOOD FLOW OF CLEAN AIR AND SUFFICIENT
FIRE PROTECTION. USE APPROVED BODY PROTECTION WHEN YOU USE
SOLVENTS. ALL SOLVENTS ARE POISONOUS AND SOME ARE FLAMMABLE.
B. All surfaces to be examined must be clean, dry, and free of soils, oil, grease, paint and
other coatings, plating, corrosion products, scale, smeared metal, welding flux, chemical
residues, or any other material that could prevent the penetrant from entering
discontinuities, or suppress dye performance, or produce a unacceptable background.
Cleaning methods, including etching, selected for a particular component, must be
consistent with the contaminants to be removed and must not be detrimental to the
components or its intended function.
C. Solvent cleaning that includes vapor degreasing, solvent soak, ultrasonic cleaning, or
aqueous−based cleaning solutions must be used for the removal of oils, greases, waxes
and, as a final cleaning step prior to penetrant application unless etching is required.
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D. Chemical cleaning must be used for the removal of paints, varnishes, scale, carbon, or
other contaminants that are not removable by solvent cleaning methods.
E. Mechanical cleaning must be used for the removal of soils and other contaminants that
are not removable by solvent or chemical methods.
F. Unless otherwise specified, etching must be performed when evidence exists that
previous surface cleaning treatments, or service usage has produced a smeared surface
condition or possible closing of surface flaws. The etching process must be developed
and controlled to prevent damage to the component under test. Etching is not required
for those features such as close tolerance surfaces, faying surfaces, etc., where the
function of the component or assembly would be degraded.
G. Etching for in−service penetrant examination of aluminum parts is mandatory. The
etchant material is made up of sodium hydroxide solution, 15% thickened with
approximately 50 grams per liter of corn starch. The neutralizing solution is 2 normal nitric
acid. Apply by brush or wiper (in a masked area) a thin layer of thickened 15% sodium
hydroxide solution and leave in place for 5 to 10 minutes. Apply fresh solution several
times during this period to keep the surface wet. For inclined, vertical or overhead
surfaces, the solution must be contained to the inspection area and not allowed to run or
move to locations outside the inspection area under examination. Wash the area by
wiping in succession with cloths dampened with water, then apply the neutralizing solution
2 normal nitric acid, and do a final rinse with water. Wipe dry with clean dry cloths.
NOTE: Ensure that the inspection area that has just been etched and cleaned, remains
dry and free from any moisture before the application of penetrant.
NOTE: Parts suspected of smearing (operations that leave unremovable residues within
defects) must have a minimum of 0.0002 in. or 5 micrometers per surface
removed by etching prior to fluorescent inspection.

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8. Penetrant Application
A. For the recommended selection of penetrant sensitivity level and method, Refer to
Table 2.

Table 2 − Selection of Penetrant Sensitivity Level and Method


Sensitivity Level [1] Use For Method
Sand castings Water washable Method A
1 and Greater Raw materials Other Methods are not
recommended
Investment castings
Machined castings
2 and Greater Method A or D
Rough machined parts
Formed sheet and plate
Wrought products
Finished machined parts
3 and Greater Method A, C or D
Forgings
In−service parts examinations
NOTE [1]: For cases not shown in Table 2, level 3 sensitivity materials will be used.

(1) Penetrant is applied by spraying, dipping, flowing or brushing to provide good even
coverage of the part or area under examination.
(2) During and after penetrant application, the parts are positioned so as to permit
adequate drainage and prevent accumulation of pools of penetrant.
(3) The component, penetrant, and ambient temperatures must all be in the range of 40
to 120 °F (4 to 49 °C).
(4) The penetrant applied to parts under examination must not be allowed to dry on the
surfaces. Replenish surfaces with fresh penetrant before drying occurs.
(5) For components that are immersed in penetrant, the immersion time must not
exceed half the total dwell time. Refer to Table 3 for dwell times.

Table 3 − Penetrant Dwell Times


Penetrant Method of Application Dwell Time [1]
Type 1, Method A (Water−Washable) Minimum of 10 minutes
Type 1, Method C (Solvent−Removable) Minimum of 30 to 35 minutes
Type 1, Method D (Post emulsified, Hydrophilic Minimum of 10 minutes
NOTE [1]: Dwell times listed in Table 3 are a general guide, some materials may require a longer
dwell time.

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9. Penetrant Removal
A. Method A: Water−Washable Penetrant Removal Process
(1) The Method A process is as follows:
WARNING: OVER−REMOVAL OR OVER−WASH OF THE SURFACE PENETRANT
REQUIRES THAT THE COMPONENT BE CLEANED AND REPROCESSED.
AN INDICATION OF OVER−WASH OR OVER−REMOVAL OF THE
SURFACE PENETRANT IS INDICATED BY THE TOTAL LACK OF RESIDUE
THAT MAY OCCUR ON ALL, OR A SPECIFIC AREA OF THE PART, WHEN
INSPECTED UNDER BLACK LIGHT DURING THE REMOVAL CYCLE, AND,
OR IN THE INSPECTION STATION AFTER DRYING.
(a) Method A process (Water−washable) penetrants must be removed with a
manual or automatic water spray.
(b) Manual spray water pressure adequate to remove the penetrant must be used.
The water pressure must not exceed 40 psi (275 kPa), and water temperature
must be 50 to 100 °F (10 to 38 °C). When hydro−air nozzles are used, the air
pressure (filtered) must not exceed 25 psi (172 kPa). A coarse spray must be
used with a minimum distance of 12 in. (30 cm) between the spray nozzle and
the part. Washing must be conducted under appropriate illumination. After
rinsing, drain the water from the component to prevent pooling in cavities,
recesses and pockets. This is done by repositioning the components or by
suction, blotting with clean absorbant materials, or filtered shop air not
exceeding 25 psi (172 kPa).
(c) Automated spray systems wash parameters must be such that the
requirements of this procedure are met. Water temperature must be
maintained between 50 to 100 °F (10 to 38 °C).
B. Method C: Solvent Removal Process (Preferred In−service Method) are performed as
follows:
(1) The Method C Process (preferred In−service method) is performed as follows:
(a) Solvent removable penetrants are removed by first wiping the excess penetrant
with a clean, lint free, dry cloth or absorbent towel. The remainder of the
surface penetrant is then removed with a solvent (non−halogenated) damped,
lint free cloth or towel. The surface of the component must not be flushed with
solvent, and the cloth or towel must not be saturated with solvent. If this
occurs, the component must be cleaned and reprocessed. Additional etching
is not required.
C. Method D (Penetrant Removal Process).
WARNING: OVER−REMOVAL OR OVER−WASH OF THE SURFACE PENETRANT
REQUIRES THAT THE COMPONENT BE CLEANED AND REPROCESSED. AN
INDICATION OF OVER−WASH OR OVER−REMOVAL OF THE SURFACE
PENETRANT IS INDICATED BY THE TOTAL LACK OF RESIDUE THAT MAY
OCCUR ON ALL, OR A SPECIFIC AREA OF THE PART, WHEN INSPECTED
UNDER BLACK LIGHT DURING THE REMOVAL CYCLE, AND, OR IN THE
INSPECTION STATION AFTER DRYING.
(1) Hydrophilic post emulsifier penetrant must be first removed with a water pre−rinse
followed by an application of the hydrophilic emulsifier and then by a post−rinse.
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(2) The water pre−rinse must be applied for the minimum amount of time required to
achieve removal of bulk surface penetrant. Rinse parameters must be applied, refer
to Paragraph 9.A.(1)(b) and 9.A.(1)(c).
(3) Hydrophilic emulsifier can be applied by immersion, flowing, or spraying. For
immersion application the concentration, percent volume, must not be higher than
specified by the penetrant system supplier. The concentration must not exceed the
the level the system was qualified at. For immersion applications, the emulsifier or
part must be mildly agitated. Dwell time must be the minimum required for adequate
surface penetrant removal, but must not exceed two minutes. For spray applications
the concentration must not exceed five percent.
(4) Post−rinse after the application and dwell of the hydrophilic emulsifier the
component being examined must be rinsed with water, refer to Paragraph 9.A.(1)(b)
and 9.A.(1)(c).
NOTE: If the emulsifier dwell time exceeds two two minutes, the component must
be cleaned, dried and reprocessed.

10. Drying Parameters


A. The components may be dried prior to the application of a dry developer, or nonaqueous
developer. The components must be drained of excess water, but not dried before the
application of the aqueous developers, followed by a drying process.
B. Rinsed components must be partially dried by blowing with filtered compressed air at a
pressure of 25 psi (172 kPa). Vacuum may also be used to partially dry components to
the extent that the parts are free from droplets and puddles of moisture. Components
must be completely dried, using a hot air or a circulating convection type oven.
C. Oven temperatures or hot air must not exceed 160 °F (71 °C). Drying time must not
exceed the time that is necessary to adequately dry the components.
NOTE: High temperatures and excessive drying times will adversely affect penetrant
sensitivity.
D. In−service components cleaned with non−halogenated solvent must be dried using dry,
clean, lint free cloths or towels, or by evaporation.
E. Drying oven calibration temperature uniformity surveys, must consist of a nine point
survey of all corners, as well as the middle region of the dryer. A calibration must be
performed semi−annually, and all points must be within a range of 25 °F (4 °C).
Accuracy of the thermocouples must be carried out monthly.

11. Developer Application

A. Dry Developer (Form a)


(1) Components must be dry before the developer is applied. Dry developer must be
applied in a such a manner that the developer contacts all surfaces that are to be
inspected. Excess dry developer may be removed after the development dwell time
by light tapping, or with light (filtered) air pressure not exceeding five psi (35 kPa).
The minimum developer dwell time must be 10 minutes and the maximum developer
dwell time must be one hour.
NOTE: Dry Developers must not be used with Type ll penetrants.
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B. Nonaqueous Developers (Form d and e)


(1) Components, or areas requiring examination must be dry before application of the
developer. Non−aqueous developer must be applied by spray. For Type l
penetrants, the developer (form d) must be applied as a uniform thin coating over
the entire surface. For Type ll penetrants, the developer (form e) must be applied
over the entire surface to form a uniform, white coating to provide suitable colour
contrast for the penetrant indications. The uniformity and thickness of the developer
coating is important for Type l and Type ll penetrant systems. If the developer
coating thickness is too heavy for Type l systems, such that the metallic surface is
completely masked, the component must be cleaned and reprocessed. Unless
otherwise specified, the minimum developer dwell time must be 10 minutes and the
maximum developer dwell time must be 1 hour. For non−aqueous suspendable
developer, the developer container must be frequently agitated during application.
NOTE: For in−service examination, Type l penetrants with form d developer must
be employed.
NOTE: Two or three coats of developer are preferred to a single heavy coat of
developer.

C. Aqueous Developers (Form b and c).


(1) Aqueous soluble developers must not be used with Type ll penetrants, or Type l,
Method A penetrants. Aqueous suspendable developers can be used with Type l
and Type ll penetrants. Aqueous developers may be applied by spray, flowing, or
immersion. The applied developer must not be allowed to puddle, and must
completely cover all surfaces to be inspected. Components must be oven dried.
After the component is dried, the minimum development time must be 10 minutes
and the maximum development time must be 1 hour.
NOTE: Aqueous suspendable developers must be constantly agitated to keep the
particles from settling out of suspension.

12. Component Examination

A. General
(1) Examine the component once the minimum development time has elapsed to avoid
loss of resolution. Also examine the surface periodically during the development
time.
NOTE: Components not inspected before the maximum development time must
be cleaned and reprocessed.

B. Type l Process
(1) Inspectors vision must be adapted to the dark for a minimum of one minute prior to
examining components. Longer times may be required to allow inspectors vision to
adapt to the dark. Inspectors must not wear photochromic or permanently darkened
lenses while processing or reviewing parts under black light. Black lights must meet
the defined requirements, Refer to Paragraphs 4.A.(4) and 4.A.(5). All fluorescence
indications must be interpreted. Components with no indications, or only
nonrelevant indications must be accepted. Components with relevant indications,
must be evaluated with respect to the applicable acceptance criteria. Components
with excessive background fluorescence must be cleaned and reprocessed.
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C. Type ll Processes
(1) A minimum intensity of 100 fc (1000 lx) of white light is required to examine the
components. All indications must be interpreted. Components with no indications,
or only nonrelevant indications must be accepted. Components with relevant
indications must be evaluated with respect to the applicable acceptance criteria.
Components with excessive background must be cleaned and reprocessed.

13. Discontinuity Interpretation


A. The type and the approximate size of discontinuities that can be detected by penetrant
inspection can be determined by assessing the size and shape of the indication as
follows:
− Cracks, seams, laps, and lack of fusion show a linear indications.
− Surface breaking or pitting corrosion shows as a round spot.
− A large concentrated area of penetrant could indicate an area of porosity, a surface
crack or a deep crack.
B. The size of the discontinuity is relative to the size of the penetrant indication. The larger
the indication the greater the discontinuity. This is due to the volume of entrapped
penetrant.

14. Post Cleaning of Components


A. All components must be cleaned within four hours after developer application. Remove
the developer residues as follows:
(1) Remove dry powder developer with filtered compressed air.
(2) Remove aqueous and non−aqueous wet developers with water spray or hose rinse.
In areas where in−service inspection is performed and water spray or hose rinse
proves not to be practical, use a clean, lint free cloth dampened with a appropriate
cleaner/remover, solvent or water.
NOTE: Vapour degreasing is not recommended. The residue may become baked
on the surface of the component.
(3) After removal of the penetrant, examine the component surface under a black light to
ensure no traces of penetrant remain. If residues remain, re−clean the components
or area until all traces are removed.
(4) Apply the specified finish (Refer to Structural Repair Manual (SRM), Chapter 51).
(5) When allowed by the proper authority, discontinuities may be removed by an
approved written procedure. The process used for reexamination must be at least
as sensitive as the original process.
(6) Normal dry powder and penetrant residues are not detrimental and may not require
removal when the next manufacturing operation is one of the following:
(a) Shot peening, machining, or grinding
(b) Any coating or plating operation that requires alkaline cleaning and deoxidizing,
and a caustic etch as part of the process.

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15. Quality Control Provisions


A. This section provides the controls that are necessary to ensure that the penetrant system,
materials and equipment provide an acceptable level of performance. The frequency of
the required checks, as shown in Table 1 is based on a facility operating multi−shift
operations daily. For facilities that operate less frequently, the frequency of daily and
weekly checks may be reduced, but must be performed prior to examinations. Other
checks should be performed prior to examination, at the same frequency as for full−time
operations. The NDT facility may perform these process control operations or contract
with an independent laboratory to perform them. The laboratory and NDT facility must be
approved to perform the tests.
B. Prior to use, materials must conform to the requirements of AMS 2644. The conformance
of materials must be verified. This verification is normally a certified report from the
supplier.
C. Material checks (in use) are as follows:
− Water contamination (Type l, Method A only) in excess of 5% by volume is
unsatisfactory
− Brightness of penetrant values less than 90% of the unused penetrant is unsatisfactory.
− Penetrant removability (Type l, Method A only), must be at least equal to the reference
penetrant
− Emulsifier removability (Hydrophilic), must be at least equal to the reference emulsifier
− Hydrophilic emulsifier, immersion solution, variations of more than three percent from
the initial unused concentration is unsatisfactory. Spray concentration must not
exceed the concentration specified by the manufacture for the system
− Emulsifier colour must be between 0% and 10% on the control test coupons or the
emulsifier is contaminated
− When penetrant sensitivity of the in use penetrant is noticeably less than the reference
(penetrant) the in use penetrant is unsatisfactory
− Dry developer must be fluffy and not caked or lumpy. For developer that is recycled 10
or more fluorescent specks observed in any 10 in2 (25.4 cm2) of the surface, of the test
specimen when viewed under black light must be rejected
− To check aqueous developer. a clean aluminum panel of 3 in. by 10 in. (76 mm by 254
mm) must be immersed, dried and viewed under black light. Failure to uniformly wet
the panel, or the presence of fluorescence is unsatisfactory
− Developer concentration (Aqueous, Form b), must be checked with a hydrometer. The
concentration must be in accordance with the recommendation of the developer
manufacturer
− Concentration of emulsifier (hydrophilic) solutions must be checked with a
refractometer. The concentration must not be higher than specified by the
manufacturer
− System performance testing of the fluorescent penetrant system must be checked
using a sensitivity test panel. PSM−5 or equivalent. The penetrant test must reveal all
five cracks of the PSM 5 panel. When the performance of the in use materials fall
below the performance of the unused materials, the in use materials are unacceptable
and must be discarded.
NOTE: The sensitivity panel must be free of all residues prior to being used for testing.
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D. Equipment checks are to be performed as follows:


− All black light bulbs and fluorescent tubes in use must be checked with the black light
intensity meter. Intensity of the black light must not be less than 1000 microwatts per
0.15 in2 (per 3.81 cm2), at 15 in. (38 cm) to the inspection table or part surface.
Rinsing station black light intensity must not be less than 100 microwatts per 0.15 in2
(per 3.81 cm2)
− The intensity of white light must be checked using a light meter and must be a
minimum of 100 fc (1000 lx) at the part surface. Ambient white light in the fluorescent
inspection station must not exceed 2 fc (20 lx). Ambient white light in the wash station
must not exceed 10 fc (100 lx)
− The inspection area for stationary systems must be clean and free from excessive
fluorescent contamination, and residual visible light background
− Water wash operating pressures and temperature indicators and controls, must be
adjusted to comply to the proper settings before commencing with penetrant
operations
− The meters for measurement of light intensity must be calibrated using traceable
standards as per Intentional Standards Organization (lSO) 10012−1
− The gauges measuring both pressure and temperature must be calibrated using
traceable standards as per lSO 10012−1.

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PENETRANT METHOD C FLOW CHART

MASK

Remove all Finishes, Corrosion Protection


Compounds, and Chemical Residues

Clean Surface

Etch when required

Apply Penetrant
Method C

Dwell Time

Removal of Excess Penetrant

Apply Non−Aqueous Developer, Form d

Developer Dwell Time

Reprocess Surface
Inspect Surface if excessive background
fluorescence present
rnd512008_001.dg, ik, 25/09/00

Record Results

Clean Surface

Liquid Penetrant Inspection


Figure 1 Sheet 1

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PARTICLES OF CLEANING
INSPECTION SURFACE AGENT
CONTAMIANTION

DISCONTINUITY DISCONTINUITY
1. Surface and discontinuity 2. Apply cleaning agent.
contaminated.

DISCONTINUITY PENETRANT ENTERS


DISCONTINUITY
3. Inspection area is dry and 4. Apply penetrant.
clean (degreased).

CLOTH MOISTENED WITH


CLEANING AGENT DEVELOPER DRAWS PENETRANT
FROM DISCONTINUITY DEVELOPER
EXCESS
PENETRANT rnd512008_002.dg, ik, 25/09/00

PENETRANT REMAINS IN PENETRANT SEEPS OUT


DISCONTINUITY OF DISCONTINUITY
5. Remove excess penetrant 6. Apply developer.
with moist cloth.
Liquid Penetrant Inspection
Figure 1 Sheet 2

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VISUAL−INSPECTION PROCEDURES

1. General
Visual inspection is a nondestructive testing method used to detect various types of surface
flaws such as cracks, corrosion, contamination, damaged fasteners, etc.
There are two levels of visual inspections:
− General visual inspection
− Detailed inspection.

A. General Visual Inspection


(1) A general visual inspection is a visual examination of an interior or exterior area,
installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This level
of inspection is made within one arm length unless otherwise specified. A mirror
may be necessary to enhance visual access to all the exposed surfaces in the
inspection area. The inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions
such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or droplight. The inspection may require
the removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms
may be required to gain proximity to the area to be checked.

B. Detailed Inspection
(1) A detailed inspection is an intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or
assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally
supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an intensity deemed
appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirrors, magnifying lenses, and borescopes,
may be necessary. Surface cleaning and elaborate access procedures may be
required.
NOTE: If there is a conflict between the Part 1 − General Information and the specific
procedure in Part 9 of this manual (NDTM), the specific procedure takes
precedence.

2. Visual Inspection Equipment

A. Magnifiers
Power (1.5X to 10X) hand−held magnifiers may be used for more detailed visual
inspections and also increase the rate of inspection.

B. Rigid Borescopes
Refer to Figure 1.
Rigid borescopes are limited to applications with a straight−line path between the
observer and the inspection surface. A basic rigid borescope has the following features:
− Optical lens(es) incorporated in a fixed rigid tube; the tube can have a variety of
lengths (0.50 to 100 ft (0.15 to 30.5 m)) and diameters (0.16 to 2.75 in (4.06 to
69.85mm)).
− Magnification is usually 3X to 4X. Higher power, up to 50X, is available.
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55

DIRECT
55 10

55

RIGHT ANGLE
CIRCUMFERENTIAL

55
55

FORWARD OBLIQUE RETROSPECTIVE

ORBITAL SCAN FOCUS


FIELD OF
CONTROL CONTROL
VIEW
SHAFT ROTATION
FOR ORBITAL SCAN

WORKING
LENGTH
rnd5120090_001.dg, jp, 15/08/00

LIGHT GUIDE CONNECTOR TO LIGHT


(INSIDE HANDLE) SOURCE

LIGHT GUIDE
(INTEGRAL OR SEPARATE)

Typical Rigid Borescope with Light Source


Figure 1

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− Built−in illumination system or light source. The illumination system can either be a
distal lamp or a light guide bundle, and the various features may include orbital scan,
various viewing heads, and adjustable focussing of the objective lens.
Rigid borescopes generally have a field of view of approximately 55 degrees. Different
field of views can be obtained by simply changing the rigid tube. There are five typical
directions and field of view with rigid borescope, 1) direct, 2) right angle, 3) forward
oblique, 4) retrospective and 5) circumferential.

C. Flexible Borescopes
Refer to Figure 2.
Flexible borescopes are primarily used to inspect surfaces that do not have a straight
passageway to the point of observation.
A typical flexible borescope consists of the following:
− A light guide bundle
− An objective lens
− An image guide bundle used to carry the image formed by the objective lens back to
the eyepiece for viewing
− Interchangeable viewing heads
− Remote controls for articulation of the distal tip (interchangeable).
These borescopes have a range of diameters from 0.055 inches to 0.50 inches and
lengths up to 40.00 ft (12.20 m). The field of view is controlled by articulating the distal tip
and is typically 40 degrees to 60 degrees.
NOTE: In cases of difficulty to access areas, it may be necessary to use a specially
shaped rigid tube to guide the flexible borescope to the inspection area. If
required, the specific procedure in PART 9 − VISUAL of this manual will provide
the details.

D. Other Inspection Aids


− Adjustable viewing mirror
− Flashlight.

3. Preparation of Inspection Surfaces


A. Where necessary, tasks such as removal of access panels and/or components are done
before the inspection are included in the specific procedures in PART 9 VISUAL of this
manual.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS A GOOD FLOW OF CLEAN AIR AND USE
APPROVED BODY PROTECTION WHEN YOU USE SOLVENTS AND
INSPECTION FLUIDS. MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE SUFFICIENT FIRE
PROTECTION. ALL THESE MATERIALS ARE POISONOUS AND SOME ARE
FLAMMABLE.
It is essential that the inspection surfaces be as clean as possible.
The inspection surface must be free of grease, oil, dirt, scale or other contaminants that
may prevent the surface flaws to be seen. Refer to the Structural Repair Manual (SRM),
Chapter 51.
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EYEPIECE
LENS
LIGHT GUIDE
FOCUSING CONTROL HANDLES FOR EXIT
RING FOUR−WAY RIP ARTICULATION

IMAGE OBJECTIVE
GUIDE LENS

PROTECTIVE
LIGHT GUIDE SHEATH
LIGHT SOURCE
DIOPLER
RING

PROJECTION INTERCHANGEABLE
LAMP TIP
(RIGHT ANGLE
SHOWN)
rnd5120090_002.dg, jp/rm, 19/01/01

Typical Flexible Borescope with Light Source


Figure 2

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4. Inspection Procedure
A. Ensure the inspection area is well illuminated.
B. Visually inspect the area to be examined for signs of a crack, corrosion, or other types of
surface defects as specified in the applicable documentation.
(1) Cracks usually appear as a fine dark line on a painted surface and it may be straight,
jagged, singly, multiple, or branching.
NOTE: Ensure that a fine line is not due to an entrapped hair or thread−like fiber.
(2) Discoloration, bulging, or a white powder (corrosion product) on the paint surface,
may be signs of corrosion.
C. Record and report results in accordance with company guidelines and policies.
D. For indications that exceed the allowable limits, it is recommended that you contact
MHIRJ Customer Support (refer to SRM 51−13−01).

5. Confirmation and Indications


A. For aluminum alloy parts, refer to 51−20−08 for liquid penetrant inspection (LPI) or
51−20−06 for eddy current inspection (ET) information.
B. For ferromagnetic parts, refer to Part 1, 51−20−07 for magnetic particle inspection (MPI)
information.

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