S-1000 (S-SPEC-1) - Master - March2021

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Sourcing Quality Specification
GE AVIATION QUALITY SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLIERS

Specification Number: S-SPEC-1
aeDMS #: S-1000
Issue Date: Mar 30, 2021 -
This specification is in addition to and in no way limiting, superseding, or abrogating any

contractual obligation as required by the applicable procurement document.
Table of Content
Core Document – Part A

Paragraph Title
A Introduction
B Design Documents
C Manufacturing, Raw Material & Special Processes
D Quality Assurance Planning
E Traceability
F Records & Retention
G Nonconforming Material
H Preparation for Shipment
I Software
J Conformance Audits
K Priority Parts Review
L Supplier Orientation Classes
M Controls for Fastener Suppliers, Distributors and Warehouses
N Class Y Hardware
O PMA Parts
P Partial and Full Release
Q Prime Supplier Responsibility
R Unusual Visual Appearance
S Assembly and Test
T Pressure Equipment Directive Requirement
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U Supplier Designed Hardware

V Compliance Policy
W Definitions
Appendix Title
A Source Problem Report Process
B Material and Special Process Test Reports – Recommended Content
C Records
D Supplier Nonconforming Material: Review and Disposition
E Preparation and Identification of Supplies for Shipment
F Requirements for Software Quality Assurance Programs
G Contractual Requirements for Basic Quality System Accreditation
H Recommended Best Practices for Suppliers
J Requirements for GEA In-House Sub-Tier Processing
A. INTRODUCTION
1. This document establishes the minimum quality system requirements necessary for
suppliers, (including supplier participants, revenue share participants, sourcing entities,
material suppliers, ground support equipment and customer tooling suppliers, GE
Aviation Affiliates and distributors and warehouses) who provide material or services to
GE Aviation (herein after referred to as GE-A) and applies to all Prime Suppliers when
referenced in the GE-A procurement document. The requirements of this Core Document
– Part A must be met until the requirements of Core Document – Part B are fully
implemented no later than December 31, 2022.
Prime Suppliers (excluding material suppliers, processors, ground support equipment
suppliers, distributors and warehouses) shall meet the applicable requirements of
AS/EN/JIS Q 9100 - "Aerospace Basic Quality System Standard" as well as the
requirements specified in this document. In case of requirement conflicts, this document
shall take precedence. Revenue Sharing Participants (RSP) with Design Responsibility
shall meet additional applicable requirements as specified in S-477. Prime suppliers must
use GE approved sub-tier suppliers for all Special Process applications requiring
Significant Process Substantiation (SPS).
Sourcing Entities, as identified by GE-A, shall be categorized as either internal or external
entities.
GE-A Source Profile shall identify a Sourcing Entity as Internal or External.
Internal Sourcing Entities shall flow GE-A requirements to GE-A suppliers with whom they
contract. Internal Sourcing Entities operate within the applicable portions of AS/EN/JISQ
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9100- “Quality Management Systems - Requirements for Aviation, Space and Defense
Organizations” as well as the requirements specified in this document.
External Sourcing Entities shall ensure that GE-A approved suppliers are used for
purchase of product and flow at a minimum, GE-A requirements to suppliers with whom
they contract. External Sourcing Entities shall meet the applicable requirements of
AS/EN/JISQ 9120 – “Quality Management Systems – Requirements for Aviation, Space
and Defense Distributors” as well as the requirements specified in this document.
Material suppliers, as identified by GE-A, that provide raw material or applied material
shall meet the applicable requirements of ISO9001 - "Model for Quality Assurance in
Design, Development, Production, Installation, and Servicing" as well as the
requirements specified in this document. In case of requirement conflicts, this document
shall take precedence
Processors, as identified by GE-Aviation, shall meet requirements of AS/EN/JISQ 9100 or
AC7004 – “Nadcap Audit Criteria for Inspection and Test Quality System” as well as the
requirements specified in this document. Those processors performing only NDE and/or
lab analysis processes may meet this requirement with ISO/IEC 17025 certification. In
case of requirement conflicts, this document shall take precedence.
Ground support equipment and customer tooling suppliers who provide material or
services to GE Aviation, S-523 applies.
Providers of supplier designed hardware shall meet requirements of S-277.
Distributors and warehouses (Non-GE-A facilities that acquire material from other
suppliers for delivery to GE Aviation) shall meet the applicable requirements of
AS/EN/JISQ 9120 – “Quality Management Systems – Requirements for Aviation, Space
and Defense Distributors” as well as the requirements specified in this document. In case
of requirement conflicts, this document shall take precedence.
Contractual requirements for the completion of this approval process are listed in
Appendix G of this document.
2. The Supplier shall manufacture parts to the drawing revision in effect on the date of the
Request for Quotation (RFQ). When the Supplier incorporates any additional Changes in
Design (CID), they shall manufacture parts to the drawing revision in place at the date of
the Request for Quotation plus those CIDs that have been incorporated.
3. In the event of conflict in GE-A quality system requirements, order of precedence shall
be:
1st Applicable Purchaser’s drawing (including specifications referenced on drawing)
2nd Procurement Document (excluding this document)
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4th All specifications referenced in this document

NOTE: This order of precedence applies to the Prime Purchase Order (PO) holder to ensure the
PO does not take exception to a drawing requirement for a finished part. It is recognized
that when a Prime Supplier or a GE Shop contracts with a farmout source for a specific
process or operation, the PO to the source may take exception to a drawing requirement
since the Prime Supplier/GE Shop is responsible to ensure the end product conforms to all
drawing requirements.
4. When a GE-A, or GE-A Affiliate manufacturing site is used to provide product or
processing to fulfill contracts when this document applies, a Certificate of Conformance
shall be issued by the GE-A site which attests that work was performed in accordance to
GE-A approved Quality Systems procedures and processes. This certificate shall meet all
requirements of S-1000.
5. Affiliates that are considered prime suppliers shall follow additional requirements as
outlined in associated S-Specification documents. In order to flow down the applicable
requirements of S-1000, suppliers who are GE Aviation Joint Affiliates may flow down S-
1005.
6. Escape Notification
A. GE-A Design
1. When it is determined non-conforming product has been inadvertently
released, the supplier shall notify GE-A utilizing eNMS, followed by email or
phone communication with assigned PQE. (Ref. Appendix D.XII)
B. Source Design
1. When the Design Authority determines product with a non-conformance to supplier
design has been inadvertently released beyond the supplier’s control and was not
properly processed by the supplier’s Material Review Board, regardless of affect to
the purchaser's requirements, the supplier shall promptly notify GE-A PQE. per
appendix D.XIII.6.c. Additionally, any non-conformance which exceed GE-A
acceptance limits shall require notification to GE-A utilizing eNMS, followed by email
or phone communication with assigned PQE. (Ref. Appendix D.XIII.A)
2. Any Design Authorities non-conforming product, regardless of suppliers Material
Review Board disposition that impact customer interface characteristic, shall notify
GE-A utilizing eNMS, followed by email or phone communication with assigned PQE.
7. The following documents form a part of this document to the extent specified herein.
SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS AEROSPACE STANDARDS
AS/EN/JISQ 9100/9120 Aerospace Basic Quality System Standard
AC7004 Quality Management System Requirements for Nadcap Accreditation


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AS13000 Problem Solving Requirements for Suppliers

AS13004 Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) and Control Plans
GE Aviation SPECIFICATIONS
P1TF17 Source Substantiation Administrative Requirements
S-240 Generic Control Plan for GE Aviation Threaded Fasteners
S-250 Procedure for Handling of Blue Etch Anodize Indications Requiring
Preliminary Review
S-277 Concurrent Engineering Process for Supplier Designed Hardware
S-301 Minimum Requirements for Sand and Investment Casting Suppliers
S-363 Reporting of Non-Complying In-Process Characteristics for GE
Aviation Designed Structural and Airfoil Castings
S-399 Supplier Discrepancy Report (SDR)
S-400 Certified Materials Test Laboratories (CMTL): Metallic Materials
S-405 Furnace Brazing and Evaluation of Furnace Braze Joints
S-411 Procurement and Control of Source Control Hardware from a
Designated Distributor
S-422 Quality & Technical Requirements for Electro Discharge Machining

and Laser Drilling, Cutting, and Marking for Suppliers
S-450 Certified Materials Test Laboratories (CMTL): Non-Metallic
Materials
S-477 Quality Requirements for Revenue Sharing Participants (RSP) With
Design Responsibility
S-503 GE AVIATION QUALITY SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLIERS
S-507 Preparation and Approval of Process Control Documentation for
Composite Raw Material Suppliers
S-509 Expired Material Re-Certification
S-520 Engine Acceptance Testing
S-523 Ground Support and Special Tooling
S-525 Assembly and Test Procedure for Engines, Modules, and/or
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S-526 Pressure Equipment Directive Requirements

S-528 Quality Requirements for Forgings
S-530 Process and Procedure Requirements to Meet Cleanliness
Standards for Hardware Supplier to GE
S-558 Visual Weld Inspection Program Requirements for Suppliers
S-1001 Supplier Source Substantiation
S-1002 GE - Aviation Suppliers Requirements for Characteristic
Accountability, Verification and Quality Planning
AT S-3879 GE Affiliate Requirements for Key Characteristics
GT Form-154 Characteristic Upload Process
GT Form-212 Statistical Analysis Worksheet
GT Form-214 Key Characteristic (KC) Tool
GT Form-241 Source Problem Report (SPR) Template - External
S-SPEC-419 Control of Additive Manufacturing Powders
S-SPEC-1049 Tailored Requirements for Hand Soldering Processes for GE
Aviation Controls and Accessory Hardware
S-SPEC-1075 Welding and Inspection Requirement for Fuel and Oil Tube
Assemblies
S-SPEC-1087 Quality Requirements for Laser Powder Bed Additive
Manufacturing
S-SPEC-1163 Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) Results Monitoring
S-SPEC-1182 Delegated Supplier Release Process
FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Section 21.137 (c)
B. DESIGN DOCUMENTS
1. Configuration Control
A. Drawings, specifications and related documents, including referenced specifications
and instructions, contained in the Request for Quote or revisions mutually agreed


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upon by both parties, shall be applicable to the Purchase Order, Electronic Data
Interchange or other legal contractual conveyance document.
B. Class I changes shall be introduced in accordance with the introduction instructions
listed in the design change.
C. Class II changes that contain a directed incorporation date shall be introduced as
specified in the document. Where an introduction point or date is not specified, the
design change is to be incorporated within 18 months of the issue date of the
document. When required due to change incorporation lead time or hardware
availability, phased incorporation of Class II design changes is acceptable provided full
incorporation is completed within 18 months of the issue date of the CID.
1. Class II incorporation effectivity is the date when the part passes through the
affected manufacturing process.
2. For federal, military, or industry specification changes (Class II) utilized in the
design, the change incorporation shall be within 18 months of the issue date
of the specification change.
D. Defining a planned introduction date: Suppliers shall utilize IncCID in the Digital
Workbench, to enter a planned introduction date within 30 days of CID issue date.
(60 days for international suppliers).
E. Extending the introduction point: If incorporation within 18 months is not possible,
the incorporation plan shall be submitted to the GE-A Configuration Control Board
Chairperson through the GEQR (GE Quality Representative) and recorded on the
design change for approval.
F. In the event that a design change affects a significant process, instructions contained
in S-1001 and P1TF17 shall be utilized to assure proper approval, prior to
implementation of such change.
G. Assure manufacturing and quality plan revisions are accomplished in accordance with
the issued CID.
H. Enter the actual CID incorporation date into the IncCID system.
I. See Appendix A for handling requests for interpretation of drawings/specifications
and approval of drawing/specification options.
J. The Purchaser's requirements shall be recognized as such only when specified by the
Purchaser's purchase order or when stipulated in a special contractual agreement
between the supplier and the purchaser.
K. Supplier designed Components
1. The supplier shall have a system where:


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A. All Class I and Class II design changes are submitted to GE-A for change in
design issuance (if Class I) or for classification approval (if Class II)
B. Design changes rejected are not incorporated into the supplier’s drawing and
into hardware shipped to GE-A.
2. All Requested Design Change shall be kept on file (Accepted and rejected) per
administrative record retention requirements
C. MANUFACTURING, RAW MATERIAL AND SPECIAL PROCESSES
1. For all processing (work) performed by Sub tier Suppliers:
A. The manufacturer is responsible to assure that all GE-A requirements applicable to
the processes, characteristics or material contracted to the Sub tier Supplier are
specified in the purchasing document.
B. The manufacturer is responsible to flow-down any changes in GE-A requirements that
affect the processing performed by a Sub tier Supplier. This includes ensuring that
Sub tier suppliers have the latest revision of the necessary Drawings and
Specifications including S-1000.
C. The purchasing document must define GE-A as the end user for all GE design part
numbers.
D. When GE-A drawings identifies Source Control or Vendor Item control in the title
block of the GE-A drawing, requirement is to use only source(s) and cage code(s)
identified, when supplying hardware intended for GE-A end use.
1. Both type drawings contain a table of sources:
a. Approved Sources of Supply (Source Control)
b. Suggested Sources of Supply (Vendor Item Control)
2. Purchased Raw Material and Special Processes:
A. The supplier’s material and special process control system shall assure that:
1. Material certifications and Special Process Certificate of Conformance
documents must be available and maintained on file by the Prime Supplier.
Additional documentation such as special process test reports may be
required depending on the testing and processes involved (reference
paragraph C.2.B for sub-tier flow-down requirements). Testing shall be
performed by a certified testing lab for parts requiring Source Substantiation
(Ref: S-1001 and P1TF17).
2. Material and Special Process Test results reflect all requirements of the
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limits. Documented evidence of this conformity shall include a listing of each

material element or test result in the applicable test report. The applicable
test report, which shall be signed by a cognizant test laboratory person, shall
clearly describe whichever of the following is correct:
a. All tests and inspections have been performed and results meet the
drawing and/or specification requirements, or
b. All tests and inspections have been performed and the results meet all the
drawing and/or specification requirements, except _____________, which
does not meet requirements, or
c. All tests and inspections have been performed and the results meet all
drawing and/or specification requirements, except test(s)
_______________, which was not performed per the drawing and/or
specification requirements.
3. Material received is the material represented by the Material or Special
Process Test Report, and properly identified per drawing and/or specification.
4. Material shall remain identified until its identity is necessarily obliterated by
processing.
5. Excess processing material shall not be returned to storage until its proper
identification has been re-established and restored.
6. Material shipped as the final product meets all purchase order, drawing and/or
specification requirements as determined by evaluation of test reports and
subsequent processing (when applicable).
7. Personnel responsible for the review of material and special process test
reports shall be trained to read, interpret and evaluate test results for the
purpose of assuring that all drawing and/or specification requirements of the
final product are met.
8. The method employed to evaluate material and special process test report
results shall be documented and shall provide for the review of each test as
required per the applicable drawing and/or specification. The methodology to
be employed shall be subject to Purchaser disapproval.
9. For wrought products/forgings (closed die, seamless rings, welded rings, open
die, etc.), S-specification S-528 applies.
10. For fusion welding, S-558 applies.
11. For welding of fuel and oil tube assemblies in accordance with P8TF3, S-SPEC-
1075 applies. Fuel and oil tubes are identified by a marking note on the
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12. For non-conventional machining applications including rough machining for

Source Substantiated parts, S-422 applies.
13. For furnace brazed hardware and furnace brazed joint evaluation, S-405
applies.
14. For additive manufacturing powders used for Electron Beam–Melt (EB-M) and
Direct Metal Laser Melting (DMLM), S-SPEC-419 applies.
15. For all laser powder bed additively manufactured parts and periodic cut-up
plan requirements for additively manufactured structures, S-SPEC-1087
applies.
16. For suppliers or sand and investment castings, requirements of S-301 apply.
17. For suppliers who perform Nondestructive Inspection (NDI), S-SPEC-1163
applies. Effective June 30, 2021, suppliers shall begin recording the process
data necessary to monitor results. Effective December 31, 2021, suppliers
shall have data results available for GE review upon request.
B. When material or special process services are subcontracted, the supplier shall
provide the sub-contractor with a procurement document that reflects the
applicable drawing and/or specification number and revision, test requirements to be
performed, and a request for a certified report of all tests performed. See Appendix B
for recommended procurement flow down requirements.
Click here for a process map of Material Certification Requirements.
C. When the material test report received from the material source has been generated
by a certified S-400 (metallic material testing laboratory), or a S-450 (non-metallic
material testing laboratory), no initial or subsequent audit testing of purchaser
ordered product shall be required.
D. Suppliers shall institute an audit testing plan for material not tested by an S-400, or S-
450 certified material testing laboratory to assure data received is representative of
the raw material and the material is in conformance with requirements. The plan is
subject to Purchaser disapproval and shall include the following minimum
requirements:
1. Provisions shall be established for:
a. Initial testing requirements to qualify for auditing (qualification shall be by
material specification and material source).
b. Subsequent auditing requirements.
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d. Incorporation of specific acceptance testing requirements when defined

through the procurement document.
2. Audit testing shall be performed by a testing laboratory other than the one
used by the material source. Any testing laboratory may be used for non-
source substantiated parts.
a. When audit tests are performed, for the alloy types listed below, full
testing to the specification is not necessarily required. The following
guidelines may be used:
1. Nickel & Cobalt-Elevated and/or room temperature tensile, chemistry
and microstructure.
2. Titanium, Iron & Aluminum-Room temperature tensile, chemistry and
microstructure.
b. All other raw materials (not listed above) shall be tested to the extent
required to verify full compliance with the material specification.
3. When a material test report received from the material source has not been
generated by a S-400/S-450 certified material testing laboratory (for parts
which require source substantiation), testing shall be performed on each raw
material lot as defined by the applicable specification, by a S-400/S-450
certified materials testing laboratory.
4. When raw material is procured from a source other than the raw material
manufacturer (i.e., from a distributor, etc.) identification testing is required on
each lot of raw material if it is not subject to more complete testing.
a. Such material, which still has the original raw material marking (roll stamp,
punch stamp, etc.) and is directly traceable to the certified testing
laboratory material certificates does not require the identification testing.
b. If material identification is lost, the material cannot be used on items that
have a traceability requirement (i.e., serial number or lot number) without
Purchaser's prior approval. This material may be used on items without
traceability requirement if subjected to full specification testing.
c. When specifically indicated by the procurement document or when the
note "Class B Material Release" is on the drawing, the certificate of test
received from the material supplier may, providing all test requirements
are met, be the basis for release of raw material in lieu of material audit
testing.
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a. When material is supplied directly from GE-A, the supplier shall verify
that the material arrived in good condition. No over inspection or
certificates are required; however, evidence is required that the material
was shipped from a GE-A facility, i.e., Shipping Document.
b. If material is purchased by GE-A and drop-shipped directly from a
manufacturer, the supplier is responsible to verify that the shipment has
evidence of Full Release.
c. If GE supplied material is drop-shipped directly from a manufacturer
and the status is Partial Release, the supplier receiving the material shall
contact their responsible GEQR for direction and to coordinate
subsequent release activities.
6. When a GE - Aviation prime supplier utilizes a GE - Aviation process drawing for
any part of production, the prime supplier is responsible to assure that all
engineering drawing requirements are satisfied.
E. Parts that do not have the VSE requirement on the drawing, approved special
process suppliers are not required to be used. GE-A recommends that suppliers
working on non-VSE parts use certified S-400/S-450 laboratory.
1. Exceptions for testing of some material is listed in S-1001, paragraph IV.B.5.2
D. QUALITY ASSURANCE PLANNING
1. Sampling of nondestructive testing (NDT) is not permitted when the NDT is performed to
fulfill a drawing or specification requirement. This does not apply to in-process NDT used
to increase yield.
2. All characteristics on all parts must be accounted for and verified on products and
services provided to GE-A. Requirements for characteristic accountability, verification
and product acceptance are defined in GE-A Quality Specification S-1002, titled "GE -
Aviation Requirements for Supplier Characteristic Accountability & Verification”.
3. When requested by GE-A, suppliers shall complete GE-A Process Failure Mode and
Effects Analysis (PFMEA) training and submit PFMEA documentation on requested parts;
reference AS13004 for requirements.
4. Reference S-530 and S-525 for requirements on foreign object damage (FOD) prevention
and control.
5. In addition to S1000 requirements, NC program changes, including administrative changes,
shall be verified on the processes prior and after the program changes.
6. Incorporate safeguards that shall stop errors in manual off sets; i.e. creating a window or
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7. When requested by GE-A, suppliers shall collect and submit Statistical Process Control
(SPC) or Cpk data.
8. When required by GE-A engineering specification, the supplier shall generate a Process
Control Document (PCD) to the requirements of S-507.
9. When allowed by GE-A engineering specification, supplier requests for expired material
re-certifications shall be processed in accordance with S-509.
10. When key characteristics are marked on a drawing using the following symbol ,
the supplier shall have variable data sent to GE-A in accordance with the established
process; the process and template can be obtained using the following attachment link:
Characteristic Upload Process. Data shall be sent within one week of part shipment. Any
exceptions to this upload process must be approved by the responsible GEQR. GE
Affiliates may have data mirrored into the data lake according to instructions in AT S-
3879.
NOTE: Key characteristics may be also identified as a Critical or Major characteristic.
11. Suppliers shall participate in reporting serialized part data into the Supplier Part Data
Repository (SPDR) when requested by GE. This requirement applies to assemblies with
critical parts that require tracking throughout the part’s life cycle. The appropriate GE
Customer Program Quality Leader (CPQL) shall notify GE Sourcing when this requirement
applies.
12. For suppliers performing work as part of a GE farmout process, S-503 applies.
E. TRACEABILITY
1. Traceability Identification
A. The purpose of requiring serial number or lot number control of items is to assure
traceability of certain parts or assemblies to associated records that are generated during
processing of raw material, manufacture, assembly, test and ultimate use of these items.
This traceability is necessary for the investigation of problems related to the
performance or life of an item. Serial number and lot number control is described as
follows:
1. Acceptance records shall be traceable to each other. If serialized or lot numbered
parts are manufactured from serialized or lot numbered material, then
traceability shall be maintained to those details and their product acceptance
records.
2. Serialized or Lot Numbered Assemblies (Purchaser or Supplier designed) Each
serialized assembly shall be traceable to the product acceptance records that are
associated with the overall assembly. The assembly shall also be traceable to each
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records. If serialized or lot numbered sub-assemblies contain serialized or lot

numbered parts, then traceability shall by maintained to those details and their
product acceptance records.
3. Lot numbered items: The lot product acceptance records shall be traceable to the
parts/assemblies in the lot.
2. Cross Referencing
A. Traceability is accomplished by cross-referencing records to individual parts for serial
numbered parts or lots (batches) for lot-controlled parts. When serial number or lot
control is required, the following cross-reference information shall be included in the
records.
1. Part Identification Number.
2. Serial Number, if required by drawing, specification or purchase order.
3. Part Name.
4. Material Specifications and Revision Designation.
5. Order Number.
6. Heat Number or Batch Number.
7. Heat Treat Number.
8. Heat Treat Designation.
9. Casting or forging supplier and serial number when marked on the part.
10. Raw Material supplier when required by drawing, specification or purchase
order.
11. Manufacturer’s identification on finished parts.
3. Serial Numbers
A. Requirements
1. Each GE-A drawing that specifies the marking of serial number requires that the
item be marked in accordance with the marking specification identified in the
drawing, with a unique serial number, applied at the drawing level only and be
assigned from the supplier block of serial numbers.
NOTE – GE-A serial numbers that were required by a lower level drawing shall not
be removed or remarked unless so required by the drawing.
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1. When producing items that require the marking of serial number, the supplier shall
request, through the Purchaser, an assignment of a three-digit serial number prefix.
This code shall be used to prefix all assigned serial number(s).
A. All serial numbers shall contain eight (8) alphanumeric characters.
1. The first three characters of the serial number shall always contain the
unique supplier identification code.
2. The supplier is then responsible for the assignment of the remaining five
characters of the eight-character serial number.
3. The last 5 digits may be alphanumeric except that the eight letters B, I, O,
Q, S, V, X and Z shall not be used.
B. Serial numbers shall not be duplicated for any reason; regardless of the part
or assembly identification number, design, function or usage (i.e., engine or
other product application) of the item being manufactured.
C. GE-A assigned serial number shall be used only for items that are to be
supplied to GE-A or their agent, either directly or through another
manufacturer who supplies them directly to GE-A. If product is provided to a
customer other than GE-A or their agent, or other source manufacturer, (e.g.,
after-market sales, DOD) GE-A assigned serial numbers shall not be used.
D. Serial numbers shall be assigned, using a logical method that is documented in
an issued procedure. This procedure is subject to review and approval by the
Purchaser. Serial numbers may be subdivided to be used at different facilities
or to different product lines.
E. Once a serial number has been used to identify an item, (i.e., either a unique
piece of hardware or an associated paperwork), it shall only be changed under
controlled conditions and when there is a clear documented process that
maintains the proper traceability including original serial number, newly
assigned serial number and reason for change.
F. Upon notification by GE-A, supplier shall digitally transmit Data for serialized
part numbers specified by GE-A. Shipping data shall consist of part number,
serial number, and date of shipment to GE-A. Data transmittal shall be
accomplished by a GE-A approved method and occur on the date of shipment.
C. Lot Numbers Requirements
1. When a GE drawing, or a GE specification referenced on a drawing, requires the
application of a lot number, that lot shall be as defined herein.
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1. Lots shall be formed by grouping items which have the same part
number, and which are manufactured under essentially the same
conditions, and at essentially the same time. Typical lots would be
formed from a single heat, or a single melt or single heat-treat batch.
2. Once a specific lot number has been assigned to a lot, that lot number
shall not be re-assigned. Applies even if the parts involved are
dissimilar in identification, design or function.
3. Once a lot number has been used to identify manufacturing or
inspection records, it shall only be changed under controlled
conditions and when there is a clear documented process that
maintains the proper traceability including original lot number, newly
assigned lot number, and reason for change.
4. Lot numbers shall be limited to a maximum of eight (8) alphanumeric
characters. When lot numbers are included as part marking, the eight
letters, B, I, O, Q, S, V, X and Z shall not be used.
D. Date Code
1. If the applicable GE drawing or GE specification requires the marking of a date code,
the code for year and month shall be selected from the table below. When it is required
to be more precise than month and year; a third and fourth numeric character
representing the day of the month can be added. Thus, the date code, “NE18”,
designates January 18, 1990. See Table 1 for Date Codes.
F. RECORDS AND RETENTION - Records shall be maintained in accordance with Appendix C.
G. NONCONFORMING MATERIAL
1. Nonconformances shall be documented in accordance with Appendix D. In those
instances where it is indicated that nonconforming material may have been shipped, the
system shall provide for prompt purchaser notification.
2. Suppliers shall use the AS13000 Problem Solving Requirements for Suppliers process when
responding to a GE-A request for corrective and preventive action.
H. PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT
1. The system shall ensure the material is packaged in accordance with the applicable
requirements and is accompanied by the required shipping and technical documents. See
Appendix E.
I. SOFTWARE - Software shall be controlled in accordance with Appendix F
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1. In accordance with AS/EN/JISQ 9100, the supplier must have documented procedures for
planning and implementing their internal Quality Audit Program. (See ISO 19011, "Guidelines
on quality and/or environmental management systems auditing") Internal, registrar, or
customer (other than GE-A) quality system conformance audit findings that have a potential
or direct impact on product being produced for delivery to GE-A shall be promptly reported
to the purchaser.
2. Workstation audits shall be planned and performed at regular intervals to ensure
compliance to overall quality system related activities. Workstations include, but are not
limited to, machining, assembly, processing, testing and inspection workstations. All
workstations within the supplier’s facility shall be audited at least every three years except in
those instances where characteristics generated at that workstation cannot be verified at
final inspection. Any workstation where the characteristic(s) generated at that workstation
cannot be verified at final inspection shall be audited at least annually. Examples of such
workstations include, but are not limited to, airflow and pressure testing workstations. At a
minimum, the following elements shall be included in the workstation audit:
a. Routing/Traveler Control
b. Process/Planning Control
c. Work Instruction Compliance
d. Measurement and test Equipment Control
e. Material Identification and Handling
f. Housekeeping and Safety
g. Nonconforming Material Control
K. PRIORITY PARTS REVIEW - Suppliers shall participate in and fully support Priority Parts
Reviews (PPR) on a perpetual rhythm as requested by GE-A engineering at the prime
manufacturing source, and possibly including sub-tier and farm-out sources. The Suppliers
shall collaborate with GE-A on scheduling, preparing and conducting the PPRs, arranging
process walks, documenting findings, identifying root causes and corrective actions, and
driving to closure in a timely manner. Scheduling an audit is a collaborative effort involving
both the supplier and GE-A engineering and shall consider availability of pertinent personnel
for onsite participation, as well as availability to observe hardware process steps through the
entire manufacturing cycle. An initial response to any formal corrective actions taken shall be
documented in the current active audit management tool within the prescribed time limit.
L. SUPPLIER ORIENTATION
1. The Quality Manager at a new GE-A supplier or a new Quality Manager at an approved
GE-A Supplier, shall attend a Supplier Orientation Class except as noted below in table
“Supplier Quality Orientation Class”.
2. The class should be completed within 6 months of Supplier approval, or in the case of a
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3. Attendance at GE-A sponsored Supplier Quality Engineering training is an acceptable

alternative to Supplier Quality Orientation Class with concurrence from assigned General
Electric Quality Representative (GEQR).
Supplier Quality Orientation Class
Supplier Class requirements

Suppliers with Supplier Codes starting with J At GEQR request
Suppliers that produce tooling or At GEQR request
engineering services only, no aircraft engine
hardware produced
Suppliers with Supplier Codes starting with T At GEQR request
All other suppliers Required to attend unless otherwise
exempted by Value Stream Quality
Leader
M. CONTROLS FOR SUPPLIERS, DISTRIBUTORS AND WAREHOUSES OF CATALOG PARTS,
INCLUDING FASTENERS
1. Suppliers, Distributors and Warehouses shall assure traceability and flow down of
requirements on all purchased products to the source of manufacture and their related
acceptance documents. The actual source of all material shall be identified. Material
from different manufacturing sources shall be stored in a manner that the material does
not become intermixed and that the manufacturing source identity and material identity
is maintained.
2. Suppliers, Distributors and Warehouses shall not modify, rework, or repair material in-
house or by subcontracting unless approval is obtained from the Purchaser or the work is
performed by the actual manufacturing source of the material.
3. Suppliers, Distributors and Warehouses may employ Sampling plans provided their use
assures fulfillment of Purchaser's requirements. Acceptance sampling must be preceded
by measurement system analysis and capability analysis in accordance with AS13003 and
AS13006, respectively to ensure the process to be sampled is statistically stable and
predictable and thus acceptance sampling is predictive of the lot quality.
4. Acceptance sampling of critical characteristics is not acceptable under any circumstances;
however, demonstration of process control through the use of SPC and an assurance of a
capability index (Cpk) greater or equal to 1.33 is an acceptable means of verifying
conformance of critical characteristics.
A. All attribute lot-by-lot sampling plans must conform to zero acceptance number (C=0
- the number of rejects allowed in an acceptable lot). The recommended sampling
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Squeglia or ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 with c=0. Any other plans proposed must provide
statistical justification and approval obtained before sampling is started.
B. All variable lot-by-lot sampling plans must conform to the requirements. The
recommended variable sampling plan is ANSI/ASQ Z1.9. Any other plans proposed
must provide statistical justification and approval obtained before sampling is
started.
C. When non-conforming characteristics are found in the lot sample, the sampled lot
shall require 100 percent inspection of the nonconforming characteristic(s) in the lot.
Results of the 100 percent inspection shall require the nonconformance to be
submitted through the eNMS System or the return of the hardware to the
manufacturer.
D. The following shall be used in selecting the correct acceptance plan to be used to
assure the acceptance of product that meets the established Acceptable Quality
Level:
Classification of Accept
Characteristics Drawing Symbol Quality Levels
Critical  0%
Major  .65 %
Minor No Symbol 4%
Unclassified No Symbol 4%
NOTE: The classification of the characteristics is a means of communication by Design

Engineering of the relative functional importance on product performance (i.e.,
usability, durability, reliability, life) if the characteristic is beyond drawing limits.
5. S-411 shall apply when a designated distributor procures hardware that is source
controlled.
6. Fastener suppliers (including distributors that repackage fasteners) shall utilize optical
inspection systems on 100% of all fasteners shipped, directly or indirectly, to GE. All
plans for visual inspection of fasteners shall be submitted by part type to GEQR for
approval. Evidence of GEQR approval can be an email or GEQR signature on a plan.
Excluded items require GEQR approval.
A. Inspection Plan for nuts (internally threaded) shall include the following: external
features, crimp and thread detection, and part marking detection/verification as
applicable. Nuts used in assemblies (i.e. nut plates, gang channels) can be inspected
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B. Inspection Plan for bolts (externally threaded) shall include the following: external
features, thread detection, and part marking detection/verification as applicable.
C. Inserts shall be inspected prior to key installation per the above requirements for
both internally and externally threaded items.
7. S-240 applies to all fasteners for GE-A end use.
N. Class Y Hardware
1. New Class Y hardware is the full equivalent of production hardware and may be used as
such in all applications.
NOTE: It is generally understood that parts marked as class Y shall have a PO remark G75.
Under certain circumstances, parts marked as class Y can be shipped to satisfy POs that do
not include Remark G75.
O. PMA (Parts Manufacturer Approval) Parts
1. Parts ordered under a GE Purchase Order for delivery to a GE production facility shall not
be marked “FAA-PMA”.
P. Partial and Full Release
1. When product release DSQR authorization has been delegated, suppliers shall follow the
requirements of S-SPEC-1182 Delegated Supplier Release Process.
2. A Partial Release shall be used whenever all the requirements have not been met (i.e.
First Article not approved, SPS not fully approved or S/N approved Advanced Change in
Design (ACID), Nonconformance Document not closed). Reference Appendix D
paragraph IX, Request for Shipment With Open Nonconformance.
a. For shipments from Prime Suppliers, a written Partial Release authorization is
required by the Prime Supplier’s assigned Product Quality Engineer (PQE), an
authorized designee or alternate PQE prior to release of hardware. The Partial
Release Workflow form is the preferred written authorization format. Contact your
GEQR or Sourcing contact to initiate the workflow request.
I. Shipment documentation (bar code labels, Certificate of Conformance and/or
other documents) must clearly state Partial Release and the reason(s) for
Partial Release.
b. For shipments from supplier to supplier, there must be an effective risk release
process in place at both suppliers and clear visibility of the reason(s) for the Partial
Release to preclude further shipment prior to closure of all Partial Release related
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I. Shipment documentation (bar code labels, Certificate of Conformance and/or

Partial Release.
Q. Prime Supplier Responsibility
1. In addition to complying with all requirements listed in this document, prime suppliers
are required to flow down applicable portions of this document that are imposed by GE-
A purchase order to sub-tier sources.
2. Upon a move to a new facility or equipment move, contact the GEQR to determine if
there is a need for re-audit, re-qualification of equipment, etc.
3. Functional gages (go/no-go gages, thread, etc.) shall be utilized in all areas where possible
(i.e. hole diameters), in addition to standard hand tools and CMMs.
4. Bracket suppliers shall utilize pattern gages or optical inspection systems (i.e. blue light)
to verify part orientation, assembly, and location of features.
5. Suppliers shall have a process to verify the correct metallic raw material is used when
issued for production or concurrent with the start of the first operational process step.
A. The intent of the requirement is not to measure or control the manufacture of raw
material but to ensure the material input at the part manufacturer is correct.
1. Serialized forgings and castings are excluded from this requirement.
2. This requirement does not apply to hardware (fasteners, bolts, nuts) or
standard components at the point of assembly.
B. Handheld spectrometry devices, or equivalent, shall be utilized to verify 100% of
material. Industry sampling plans or equivalent zero-based acceptance sampling plans
may only be used for high volume purchases of material.
6. CMM programs shall be verified with an independent inspection method (i.e. flat plate)
for all program changes unless otherwise approved by GEQR
7. Raw material and in-process material shall be physically isolated and controlled at all
times so that the risk of intermixing is minimized.
R. Unusual Visual Appearance (formerly known as Unusual Visual Condition)
A. An unusual visual appearance can exist when a GE-A product contains a technically
acceptable visual condition, which could result in unfavorable reaction or questions
when seen by a customer.
B. Examples include, but are not limited to the following:
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C. evidence of rework/repair
D. result of process change which alters the appearance of the part from parts
shipped prior to the process change
C. If the visual appearance violates an engineering requirement or is a result of a repair,
see Appendix D for documentation instructions.
D. If the visual appearance does not violate engineering requirements, but is considered
“Unusual Visual Appearance”, the manufacturing source must contact the
responsible GEQR listed in the Source Profile, who shall work with the Customer
Program Quality Leader for concurrence prior to the part being shipped.
A. For commercial engine hardware – manufacture can select UVC-Unusual
Visual Condition from the SCORE system under the header
Quality/Nonconformance/UVC and submit their UVC directly to the CPQL.
Link can be located by clicking on the following: UVA Request Form
B. For military engine hardware – A UVA template located on the UVA Support
Central site is to be used when submitting military UVA requests to the
responsible Customer Program Quality Leader (CPQL).
S. Assembly and Test
1. S-525 applies when a supplier is doing assembly on modules, components or engine
assemblies. Purchase orders shall include a SIN (Significant Item Number) vs. part
number. SINs are identified as being five (5) characters in length and are the first five
(5) characters of the part position number (PPN).
2. S-520 applies when a supplier is providing engine testing for Marine & Industrial and
Military engines only.
T. Pressure Equipment Directive Requirement
1. When European Union ‘Pressure Equipment Directive’ (PED) is required on the
drawing, Sourcing Specification S-526, ‘Pressure Equipment Directive Requirements’,
is invoked. The following aspects may differ from requirements normally used on GE-
A hardware:
A PED Qualified raw material sources and testing labs
B Certified Welder training and documentation
C Record retention schedules
D Part Marking
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1. S-277 applies when a new or modified supplier designed component or hardware

that is purchased. The full extent of S-277 is required unless omitted portions are
agreed to during the sourcing negotiation process. The supplier should contact
the GEQR with any S-277 questions.
2. For supplier designed hardware that consists of any hand soldering process at any
level, the requirement of S-Spec-1049 applies. Prime Suppliers are responsible for
ensuring that the intent of this document is met at any sub-tier suppliers who
perform hand soldering.
V. Compliance Policy
1. Effective January 2, 2018, Seller shall implement and enforce a compliance policy that
includes tracking and collecting objective evidence of Seller’s adherence to all quality
system requirements that are applicable to Seller, including Quality Specification S-
1000 and relevant purchase order remarks.
W. DEFINITIONS:
ACCEPT - A disposition provided by the purchaser when it is determined that the
nonconforming product meets the definition of a minor nonconformance in its existing
condition without any special handling, tooling, or procedures.
ATTRIBUTE – Measurement of a characteristic or property to determine whether it conforms
to a given requirement (PASS or FAIL, GO, NO/GO, ACCEPT/REJECT - etc.)
CERTIFIED - The initial and periodic qualifications of suppliers who have been subjected to an
on-site evaluation of special process facilities, procedures, personnel and controls and have
satisfactorily demonstrated their ability to meet the applicable specification requirements.
CERTIFIED/APPROVED - GE - Aviation has certified to perform a particular Special Processes
and is listed in the ‘Yellow Pages’ on the Aviation Supply Chain Web Center.
CHARACTERISTIC- Dimensional, visual, functional, electrical, chemical, mechanical and
material features or properties which describe and constitute the design of the item and can
be measured, observed and identified to determine conformance to the requirements.
COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE SOFTWARE - Deliverable or non-deliverable software that has
been developed for general use and is supplied in an "off the shelf" manner.
CORRECTIVE ACTION – The action taken to eliminate the cause of a noncompliance or
nonconformance in order to prevent recurrence. The corrective action may be:
1. Containment – Short term actions taken to:
a. Prevent escapes of nonconforming hardware (for example: through nonconformance
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b. Address the immediate cause of the nonconformance or noncompliance (For example:

replace the bad tools/gage, correct documentation, etc.)
2. Fix – long term action taken to prevent or reduce the likelihood of recurrence by
addressing the root cause of nonconformance or noncompliance (for example: through
process and/or procedural change, error-proofing)
CRITICAL CHARACTERISTIC – A characteristic of an item which, if nonconforming, may result
in a hazardous or unsafe condition for personnel using, maintaining or depending on the
unit-of- product; or which may prevent or seriously affect the satisfactory operation or
functioning of the unit-of-product.
DEVIATION - A specific written authorization, granted prior to the manufacture of an item, to
temporarily depart from a particular performance or design requirement of a specification,
drawing or other document for a specific number of units or a specific period of time. A
deviation differs from an engineering change in that an approved engineering change
requires corresponding revision of the documentation defining the item, whereas a
deviation does not normally contemplate revision of the applicable specification or drawing.
Note: Prior to the manufacture of an item means prior to the implementation of all planned
process related elements necessary to produce the item. These elements may include but
are not limited to material, tools, dies, molds, processes and procedures, etc.
DISTRIBUTOR - A supplier that acquires material and parts from other suppliers for delivery
to GE-A or other customers.
ELECTRONIC DATA INTERCHANGE (EDI) - The electronic transfer of Purchase Order or
certification data between GE-A and their suppliers.
EMCP/LCP Parts – Parts with either a “Life Controlled Part” or an “Enhanced Manufacturing
Control Part CL-A (or CL-B)” note on the drawing.
EXTERNAL SOURCING ENTITY - Receives input from GE-A in the form of a purchase order,
purchase agreement or other contractual document for entry into their procurement system
when ordering product from a GE-A approved supplier in support of GE-A products.
FASTENER - a hardware device that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects
together. For this requirement, a fastener is typically be six inches or less in length or
diameter and it may or may not be self-locking. Examples of fasteners are nuts, bolts,
inserts, etc.
GE QUALITY REPRESENTATIVE (GEQR) - A GE employee or authorized representative with the
authority to represent GE Sourcing Quality or Charter Source Quality (Farmout).
GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT SUPPLIER - A supplier that only supplies tooling, test
equipment, process equipment, and repair tools required for the development, production
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HARD PARTICLE - Abrasive materials such as aluminum oxide, silicon carbide and other
oxides, carbides and nitrides. Hard particles are pushed down into the filter membrane or
be expelled out from under a pointed steel probe tip when pressure is applied, and normally
remain intact in either case. Most hard particles are translucent or transparent.
IDENTIFICATION TESTING - Those raw material acceptance tests necessary to qualitatively
assure correct material and correct condition.
IN-PROCESS CHARACTERISTIC - An intermediate characteristic that does meet or shall meet
the engineering requirement prior to final delivery or use. Examples are machining stock,
intermediate welds, engineering characteristics held to reduced tolerances and
characteristics that shall meet engineering requirements as a result of further processing.
INTERNAL SOURCING ENTITY - Operates within GE-A procurement system and places
purchase requirements to GE-A approved suppliers only.
LIBRARY CONTROL - The collection and control of software and related documentation
designed to aid in software development, use or maintenance.
Life of Die - Time period during which a die/tool/mold or combination thereof, that are used
to produce a component, remains unchanged. A change is defined as modification of an
existing die/tool/mold, procurement of a new die/tool/mold (even if it is the same nominal
design), or use of a combination of dies/tools/molds that has not previously been used
Life of Die (LoD) Waiver - A written authorization to accept material or items which are
found to depart from specified requirements, but nevertheless are considered suitable for
use "as is". This specific authorization applies to items that are generated from a specific
die/tool/mold or combination thereof and that cannot be changed without modification to
the die/tool/mold or combination.
Note: Life of Die Waivers can only be used on commercial hardware.
LONG TERM AGREEMENT (LTA) – A generic term used to describe a contract between GE
Aviation and a supplier for an ordering period stating an estimated quantity for the period
LOT NUMBER - A unique identifier used to control and identify a definite number of items
that have been produced by the same manufacturing cycle and usually submitted for
acceptance at one time or place (i.e. acceptance lot). Typically, lot numbers are heat lot
number, heat treat lot number, and melt lot number, which are usually associated with raw
material, castings, or forgings
MAJOR CHARACTERISTIC - A drawing or specification feature, which if nonconforming, may
result in operational or functional failure of the item, or may materially reduce the usability,
physical or functional interchangeability or durability of the GE-A end product for its
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MANUFACTURER - A supplier that makes parts complete, or assembles parts into a sub-
assembly (including suppliers of castings and forgings).
MATERIAL - Raw material, parts, or assemblies.
MATERIALS SUPPLIER - A supplier that only supplies materials used in the manufacture of
components (This includes suppliers of weld wire, braze and thermal powders, chemicals,
dry film lube, paint, plating materials, bar stock, sheet metal, non-metallic/composite
material, melters and converters, and the like.)
MINOR CHARACTERISTIC (No Symbol) - A drawing or specification feature, which if non-
conforming, does not materially reduce the usability, physical or functional
interchangeability or durability of the product, or are departures from established standards
having no significant bearing on the effective use or 0peration of the product.
MINOR NONCONFORMANCE - A nonconformance that shall not affect the usability of a GE
Aviation product or material for its intended purpose. Minor nonconformances do not
adversely affect health or safety; performance; interchangeability, reliability or
maintainability; effective use or operation; weight or appearance (when a factor).
MRB - Material Review Board. A board consisting of a chairperson and an Engineering
representative responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and determining or recommending
disposition of nonconforming GE Aviation product referred to it.
NONCONFORMANCE - A failure of a characteristic to conform to the requirements specified
in the contract, drawings, specifications, or other approved GE-A product description. The
failure to perform all material tests and inspections required by the approved GE-A product
description and/or the failure to perform tests and inspections required in the approved
product description.
NONCONFORMANCE DOCUMENTATION – A record of a nonconformance either documented
on a form or entered into a computerized system, which is capable of containing all
pertinent information associated with the nonconformance.
NONCONFORMANCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (eNMS) - The electronic system for online
disposition of supplier nonconformances. This system includes electronic review,
disposition, trending measurement, corrective action when requested, traceability and
record retention.
NONCONFORMING MATERIAL - Any GE Aviation product containing one or more
nonconformances
NONCONFORMANCE DOCUMENT LOT IDENTIFICATION CARD (NDLIC) - A document used by
the purchaser to record the reason for the open nonconformance document and to
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NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST (NDT) – The process of inspecting, testing, or revaluating materials,

components, or assemblies for discontinuities, or differences in characteristics without
destroying the serviceability of the part or system.
OPEN NONCONFORMANCE DOCUMENT - A nonconformance document is considered
"Open" when material and/or additional documentation is required to be sent to the
purchaser for review prior to final disposition.
PRELIMINARY REVIEW (PR) - An initial evaluation of a nonconformance (or a departure to an
in-process characteristic) to determine the appropriate disposition.
PRIME SUPPLIER – Prime Supplier is a supplier with a 5-digit supplier code that does NOT
begin with ‘T’ and is on a Purchase Order or in lieu of a Purchase Order, on a Purchase
Agreement.
PRIORITY PARTS - A priority part can be:
• Life-limited parts or LLPs such as high energy rotating parts that a failure of the
component can result in a non-containment problem;
i. Typical LLPs are, but not limited to, engine rotors, disks, blisks, impellers, spools, disk-
like seals, main rotor shafts, cooling plates, spacers, thermal shields, etc.
• Non-life-limited or non-LLP structure components such as high-pressure casings, or
single-element mount structures that a failure of the component can result in a non-
containment, engine structural problem, or mount integrity problem;
ii. Typical non-LLP structure components are, but not limited to, pressurized casings (i.e.,
casings subject to combustor pressure or high delta-p), and engine mount system
hardware that contains single-element structural members (i.e., non-redundant
structural mount systems).
• Assemblies that have prime reliable shafts being assembled within, such that there
would be high risks of damaging prime reliable surfaces during the assembly processes;
• Sensitive Parts and Non-life-limited parts that a failure can adversely impact above
critical LLPs or non-LLPs, Customers or Company.
PRIORITY PARTS REVIEWS (PPR) - An in-depth, on-site review of an engine part or an engine
assembly installing a prime reliable shaft by a cross-functional team (that include at least the
Supplier and the Design Engineer) to ensure mutual understanding of the design intent and
requirements, identify problems and/or concerns, and initiate corrective action(s) as
required. PPRs are reviews committed by GE-A to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA),
but are also extended to non-commercial flight programs such as military and marine and
industrial hardware. A PPR is typically conducted at the primary source or a farmed-out
source applying majority of the processes on the part. A PPR can also include reviews at sub-
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PROCESS FAILURE MODE AND EFFECTS ANALYSIS (PFMEA): A process for analysis of potential
failure modes within a system for classification by severity or determination of the effect of
failures on the system and associated risk abatement actions.
PROCESSOR - A supplier that performs operations, or processes, on hardware owned by
other companies (including special processes and machining), but does not make any parts
complete for GE-A.
PURCHASER - The procuring activity of GE Aircraft Engines that issued the procurement
document invoking this document. When this document is invoked by a U.S. Government
purchasing activity (or such activity's designee), the purchaser shall mean such activity or
designee as the case may be.
PURCHASE AGREEMENT (PA) – A requirements type agreement which provides for filling
purchase requirements during the period of performance specified.
PURCHASE ORDER - (PO) - The formal legal contract between GE-A and a supplier covering
the purchase of materials and services. PO's are typically hard copies with approval
signatures, but some PO's are transmitted electronically (EDI) or may take the form of a legal
contractual conveyance document.
RAW MATERIAL - Metallic or non - metallic material in its basic form (i.e., sheet, bar, wire,
powder, etc.), including castings and forgings used to fabricate GE-A products, and which
remains present in whole, or in part, in the finished product.
REPAIR - A procedure which may be applied to GE Aviation product with one or more
nonconformances when it has been determined that the product does not meet the
definition of a minor nonconformance in its existing condition without any special handling,
tooling or procedures. The purpose of the repair is to bring nonconforming product into an
acceptable condition.
Note: Repair is distinguished from rework in that the item after repair does not completely
conform to the applicable engineering requirements.
REVENUE SHARE PARTICIPANT - GE-A selected sources that have an agreement with GE-A for
the purpose of sharing both the development costs of the new engines and the revenue
derived from the sale of those engines. GE-A maintains overall design responsibility for
customer end use product, but may delegate detail part design to the RSP.
REWORK - A procedure applied to a nonconformance that shall completely eliminate it and
result in a characteristic that conforms completely to engineering requirements (i.e.,
drawings, specifications, etc.).
SCORE - Supply Chain Online Resource Environment. Online portal used by GE suppliers and
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SCRAP - Nonconforming material that is not usable for its intended purpose and cannot be
economically reworked or repaired.
SERVICES - Processing operations performed on material (i.e., inspection, heat treat, joining,
plating, forming, machining, etc.).
SIGNIFICANT PROCESS - A process or process sequence that if changed could affect design
intent; might affect material structure, mechanical, chemical or electrical properties; and
cannot normally be evaluated without destructive testing. Applies to parts/assemblies that
require source substantiation only.
SOFTWARE - Computer programs, associated internal data, and related documentation.
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION MANAGEMENT - The process of identifying and defining the
functional and physical characteristics of software items, controlling the release and change
of these items throughout the life cycle, recording and reporting the status of these items
and change re quests, and verifying the completeness and correctness of the items.
SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE - A planned and systematic pattern of all actions necessary
to provide adequate confidence that software conforms to established requirements and
standards, and that it achieves satisfactory performance over the entire life cycle.
SOURCE SUBSTANTIATION (SS) - The verification and approval of a source and/or alternate
source/process to manufacture parts and assemblies equivalent to parts originally qualified
(as defined by the source substantiation requirements, engineering drawings and applicable
specifications).
SPECIAL PROCESSES - Those processes which modify or change the inherent physical,
chemical, electrical or metallurgical properties of an item, or non-conventional methods
which remove or deposit material on an item during or after fabrication which cannot be
fully evaluated by nondestructive means, or those used to maintain process control such as
nondestructive testing. These processes may require a demonstration of operator or
equipment capability or proficiency and require special controls for monitoring per
specification. Means for compliance are contained in individual specifications. Typical
processes are listed in GE-A approved "Yellow Pages".
STANDARD REPAIR PROCEDURE - A repair demonstrated to be technically adequate and cost
effective which may be applied to a nonconforming GE-A product under defined conditions.
Defined conditions shall include an expiration date or a finite limit on the number of
application, or both.
SUB-TIER SUPPLIER – Any supplier performing operations, processes or providing raw
material for a manufacturer.
SUPPLIER - Sources (including distributors, warehouses, revenue share participants and
supplier participants) other than GE-A, who supply material, parts, processes, or services for
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S-SPECIFICATION - A documented procedure, issued by Sourcing Quality to a supplier (via a

purchase order or other contractual binding document), to provide clarification, or
edification of quality controls that are needed to satisfy existing GE-A Engineering
requirements. Identification of the specification shall be prefixed by an S-, which shall be
followed by alphanumeric characters.
UNCLASSIFIED CHARACTERISTIC – Feature of a part that has not been considered for
classification as critical, major, minor. Examples of unclassified characteristics/features are:
Drawing note referencing a specification
Identification marking
Manufacturing processes (results may be classified)
NDE inspection processes or their output
Physical properties (e.g., round, hexagon)
Foreign material
Missing parts or visual (e.g., corrosion, damage)
Note: Since neither minor nor unclassified characteristics are identified with a symbol, it is
impossible to distinguish between them by looking at a drawing.
WAIVER - A written authorization to accept a configuration item or other designated items,
which during production or after having been submitted for inspection, are found to depart
from specified requirements, but nevertheless is considered suitable for use "as is" or after
repair by an approved method.
APPENDIX A
SOURCE PROBLEM REPORT PROCESS
A. 1. Scope
This appendix describes the method of applying for the following types of Source Problem
Reports (SPR).
a. Request for Interpretation of a Drawing
b. Request for Interpretation of a Specification
c. Approval of Specification Options
d. Producibility requests
e. GE Drawing errors
A. 2. Requirements
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a. Disagreement exists or clarification is needed for a GE drawing or GE/Industry specification

requirement
b. Purchaser approval is required for an option provided for in a GE or Industry specification
c. A GE drawing or GE specification change is needed to improve the manufacturability of a
product
d. A correction to a GE drawing or GE specification delineation is required
A. 3. Procedure
a. The source shall first notify their assigned PQE by email of their intent to file a SPR. The
templates provided by GE shall be used to ensure all information is provided.
b. The source shall complete the Problem Definition section of the SPR and submit the
electronic record.
c. Assigned PQE will discuss outcome with source to ensure problem was adequately addressed
with expert solution.
d. The source may resume hardware shipments only after product conforms to current
drawing, spec, and all other quality requirements are met OR alternately under current MRB
approval
e. A completed response will become part of the source quality records and retained per
required retention schedule.
Note: The SPR process is not a substitute for drawing, specification, or significant operation
changes controlled by other requirements.
APPENDIX B
MATERIAL AND SPECIAL PROCESS TEST REPORTS – RECOMMENDED FLOWDOWN REQUIREMENTS

B. 1. Scope


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This appendix provides a listing of recommended procurement flow down requirements to be

used by a supplier when purchasing raw material(s) or special process(s) from a sub-tier. The
following are designed to assure that adequate information is contained in test reports for raw
material or special process shipments that are received from sub-tiers for end product that is to
be shipped to GE-A:
B. 2. General Information
• Purchase order number
• Job number
• Quantity of parts
• GE-A specification number and issue number and/or drawing number, revision letter and
drawing note number.
• Heat lot number
• Part number
• Serial numbers (applicable to serialized parts only)
• Billet locations for each forging
• Forging lot number (applicable to forged parts only)
• Heat treat lot number
• Specific heat treat cycle used
• As shipped condition of material (e.g., solution treated; solution and aged)
• Test specimen machining source (GE-A code, name and address for source substantiated
material)
• Test specimen testing source (GE-A code, name and address for source substantiated
material)
• Inspection source (GE-A code, name and address for source substantiated material) - Pages
shall be identified “Page __ of __”
B. 3. Data/Test Results Information
• Clear identification that each test result conforms to specification or drawing requirements
• Clear identification of any test or inspection required by specification or drawing but not
performed
• Numerical results for all chemical tests (including tramp/trace elements) required by
specification or drawing
• Numerical results for all mechanical tests required by specification or drawing
• Results of other tests required by specification or drawing (e.g., beta transus, grain flow
direction)
• All results shall be stated in the required units of measure (e.g., English vs. Metric, Rockwell
vs. Brinell)
• All results shall use the same terminology as in the specification or drawing (e.g., Ni3cb vs.
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• Conversions shall be noted (e.g., hardness conversions)

• Test conditions shall be noted (e.g., temperature, stress rupture load, method of determining
beta transus)
• When numerical tests are not applicable, a certificate of conformance shall be provided
• For drawing and/or specification requirements (test or inspections), which are “capability
tests”, a statement of capability shall be included.


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APPENDIX C
RECORDS
C. 1. Scope
This appendix establishes requirements for identifying and maintaining quality related records.
C. 2. Requirements
A. General
1. These requirements apply to records of the types listed below which are generated in the
manufacture of the item. These requirements also apply to all other records that are
generated in compliance with the purchase order, the drawing and related documents.
2. All records are required to be documented in the English language and recorded in U.S.
Customary Units (US Units) unless the drawing or P.O. specifies International System of
Metric Units (SI Units) as prime. Exception to this English language and U.S. Customary
Units requirement is permitted for non-US suppliers for shop floor media (e.g., routers,
work instructions). This exception is acceptable with the clear understanding that an
interpreter is available when needed.
B. Records are to be documented in a manner or medium that if altered it would be obvious
that changes were made. Permanent ink shall be used, preferably blue or black. Changes to
records shall be made by lining out the old data, entering the correct data, then initialed (or
signed) and dated by authorized personnel. No erasures or “white-out” allowed.
C. The following is required for documents sent to GE-A.
1. Document Completion – Unless specifically directed otherwise by the
documentation requiring the completion of a form or log, all blocks, lines, spaces
identifying information to be entered require completion (i.e. entry of some
form).
2. Manual forms - Acceptable entries include
a. Specific data/information as specifically required
b. N/A (indicating not applicable)
c. N/R (indicating not required)
Note: If specific restrictions exist relative to acceptable entries, they shall be
clearly defined in the documentation requiring form completion.
3. Manual logs – Unless specified on the log (i.e. instructions for completion) all
lines require individual entries. The use of “ditto” marks, lines drawn through
specific entry fields, etc. are not recognized as acceptable logging of information.
Unless otherwise prohibited, entries as identified as acceptable in Manual forms
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4. Electronic/on-line form completion – The requirement for entry into any

particular field shall be identified and controlled by the specific electronic
application.
a. If a specific entry format is required, the application shall assure proper
entry.
b. If the entry format is not specified, entries as identified as acceptable in
Manual forms, specific data/information apply.
D. Product Acceptance Records that provide the objective evidence of hardware acceptance are
as follows:
a. Certificates of test and other laboratory results that are required to establish product
acceptance.
b. Inspection and test results
c. Manufacturing, assembly and inspection operation sheets.
d. Records of the completion of manufacturing, assembly and inspection operations.
e. Inspection and statistical acceptance procedures.
f. Nondestructive Testing (NDT) records that provide values or results for product
acceptance.
g. Material Review Board (MRB) disposition documents and repair procedures.
h. Requests for Interpretation of Drawing/Specification option, See Appendix A.
i. Source Substantiation records which reflect GE-A approval status of the part number
and any subsequent significant operation changes that have been incorporated into
the part processing parameters.
2. Serial and Lot Number Assignment
Records of the assignment of individual serial numbers and lot numbers, identification
number of the part or assembly, and the date of assignment. These records are only
required when serial numbers and/or lot numbers are a drawing requirement.
3. Administrative Records associated with the administrative control of the quality system,
are as follows:
a. System, process and hardware audit results (including audit laboratory tests and
metallographic mounts)
b. Corrective action
c. Certification and processes and personnel
d. Tool, gage and instrument control records
e. NDT maintenance records
f. MRB administration
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h. RDC – Request for Design Change

E. Availability
1. General
a. Records shall be readily available for on-site Purchaser, GE-A customer and/or
Regulatory Agency review within one working day of notification for the following
part categories: Prime Reliable, Life Limited or Sensitive Parts. Records for all other
part categories shall be made available for review within three working days of
notification.
b. Maintenance and storage of records shall be such that when requested for review,
they are legible, and interpretable. If records are documented on a medium that can
deteriorate over time or can become irretrievable due to obsolescence of an
electronic systems (i.e. faxed copies, strip charts on thermal paper, electronic
records, etc.), it shall be the responsibility of the supplier to assure that there is
technology available to recreate the records so that they are maintained in an
environment that shall eliminate deterioration and/or provide for timely
retrievability.
2. Retention Period
a. The requirements of para. C.2.E.1 above shall continue in effect for the time periods
specified below from the date that the document was generated unless otherwise
stated in the table below.
i. Engine Assembly Operations Sheets, Operation Sheet revisions, History Logs and
Quality Plans for production engines. – Ten (10) years with the exception of
records which are supporting U.S. Government contracts. If a contract is open, all
records must be retained. If the contract is closed, then it is a candidate for
disposition in accordance with retention schedule requirements. If there are
questions related to this requirement, contact your assigned GEQR.
ii. Manufacturing Operation Sheets for Component – Manufactured Items – To be
retained per the requirements specified in the table below with the exception of
records which are supporting U.S. Government contracts. If a contract is open, all
records must be retained. If the contract is closed, then it is a candidate for
disposition in accordance with retention schedule requirements. If there are
questions related to this requirement, contact your assigned GEQR.
iii. When retention period is stated as Life of Program, the intention is that a specific
part for specific engine application(s) is no longer in production and there are no
long-term production orders in place. There should be a joint effort between the
supplier and GE Sourcing or GE Sourcing Quality personnel to make this
determination.
b. Data stored in GE Aviation electronic systems is considered compliant to retention
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Function Sub Function Sub-sub Function Record Type Description Official Record Holder Aviation Retention Period
Quality Component Components Parts: Inspections, Evaluations, Examples are, but not limited to: Inspection Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years, except
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, Verification Records Stamp Records, Incoming Material created the record main engine bearings are
Compressor, & Certifications, Non-destructive testing (x-ray 25 years
Turbine Blades, film/digital record, NDT logs, Maintenance
Pumps Gearboxes, Records), Special Process Logs, Process and
Valves, Configuration Inspection Stamp Records, Tape Approvals,
Hardware, Engine Furnace strip charts (paper) or
Bearings electronic/digital, Manufacturing Process
Data, Scrap Tickets and Records, Debris
Samples, Software Action Request Forms,
software quality assurance (SQA) documents.
Quality Component Components Parts: Mfg. Planning & Production Examples are, but not limited to: Routers, Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years, except
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, Records Manufacturing / Inspection Planning, work created the record main engine bearings are
Compressor, & instructions, including temporary planning, 25 years
Turbine Blades, Dispatch Order Cards (DO) Cards, Farm Out
Pumps Gearboxes, Instructions
Valves, Configuration
Hardware, Engine
Bearings
Quality Component Components Parts: Substantiation Examples of this record type are, but not Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years after part
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, limited to, Characteristic Verification Process created the record is out of production
Compressor, & (CVP), First Article Data (FAI), Source
Turbine Blades, Substantiation. Retention periods listed are
Pumps Gearboxes, for the time lapse after a part number has
Valves, Configuration been out of production. Out of production is
Hardware, Engine defined as no current or long term production
Bearings orders.
Quality Component Components Parts: Quality System Records Examples are, but not limited to: Material Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years, except
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, Review Board Documents, Non-conformance created the record main engine bearings are
Compressor, & documentation and records (Back of 25 years
Turbine Blades, Router/ODO GT6337 and Continuation
Pumps Gearboxes, Sheets), QPRs/MDRs/QEM/CQE
Valves, Configuration documentation, Corrective/Preventive
Hardware, Engine Actions, Product Audit Data, Audit logs, audit
Bearings records, audit results, Self Audits, Special
process assessment records
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Inspections, Evaluations, Examples are, but not limited to: Inspection Manufacturing facility that Life of Program
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive Verification Records Stamp Records, Incoming Material created the record
Parts Certifications, Non-destructive testing (x-ray
film/digital record, NDT logs, Maintenance
Records), Special Process Logs, Process and
Inspection Stamp Records, Tape Approvals,
Furnace strip charts (paper) or
electronic/digital, Manufacturing Process
Samples. Software Action Request Forms,
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Mfg. Planning & Production Examples are, but not limited to: Routers, Manufacturing facility that Life of Program
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive Records Manufacturing / Inspection Planning, work created the record
Parts as defined in instructions, including temporary planning,
Engineering Dispatch Order Cards (DO) Cards, Farm Out
Handbook Chapter Instructions
1.1.17 GE Parts
Category and
specified in the
Technical Data
Package
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Substantiation Examples of this record type are, but not Manufacturing facility that Permanent
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive limited to, Characteristic Verification Process created the record
Parts (CVP) First Article Data (FAI), Source
Substantiation. Retention periods listed are
for the time lapse after a part number has
been out of production. Out of production is
defined as no current or long term production
orders.
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Quality System Records Examples are, but not limited to: Material Manufacturing facility that Life of Program
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive Review Board Documents, Non-conformance created the record
Parts documentation and records (Back of
Router/ODO GT6337 and Continuation
Sheets), QPRs/MDRs/QEM/CQE
documentation, Corrective/Preventive
Actions, Product Audit Data, Audit logs, audit
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3. Delivery of Data
The delivery of data to the Purchaser does not release the supplier from any
requirements herein with respect to that data except as agreed to in writing by the
Purchaser.
4. Termination
a. A supplier who ceases operations (i.e., goes out of business) shall contact the
Purchaser to make arrangements for the transfer of all quality records to the
Evendale/Lynn Records Center for storage.
b. A supplier who discontinues acceptance of GE-A purchase orders, but whose
business remains intact, shall be responsible for the archival of all quality-related
records for the time periods specified in the record retention table above.
5. Records
a. Serial Number Assignment – The system for assigning serial numbers shall provide
the following information:
i. Purchaser’s part or assembly identification numbers
ii. Date of assignment
iii. Explanation for deviations from expected sequence or practice
iv. Record of serial numbers assigned to rejected items
F. Microfilming
1. Microfilming of records shall comply with the following controls:
a. All microfiche/microfilm shall be stored in a fireproof container, or equivalent
method, such as redundant storage at an independent storehouse facility, etc.
b. A system shall guarantee the film accurately reproduces the original document and
assures legible retrievability throughout the duration of the retention period.
c. A referencing system shall indicate what documents are stored
d. A system shall provide for retrieval and reproduction of the data and control of log
in/log out of the film.
G. Computer Generated Records (Including Laser Storage)
1. Information Resources Physical Security Requirements: Computer centers that retain
Quality related records must establish the responsibilities and requirements for the
physical security necessary to provide adequate protection for information resource.
2. Control of computer Systems Access and Data Access Requirements: Computer centers
that retain Quality related records must establish the responsibilities and requirements
for computer system access and computer data access.
3. Disaster Recovery Planning Requirements: Computer centers that retain Quality related
records must establish a Disaster Recovery Planning Program or a similar sub-tier
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Table 1 – Date Code

PRIOR
YEAR YEARS JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
2007 1965 1923 AA BA CA DA EA FA GA HA JA KA LA MA
2008 1966 1924 AB BB CB DB EB FB GB HB JB KB LB MB
2009 1967 1925 AC BC CC DC EC FC GC HC JC KC LC MC
2010 1968 1926 AD BD CD DD ED FD GD HD JD KD LD MD
2011 1969 1927 AE BE CE DE EE FE GE HE JE KE LE ME
2012 1970 1928 AF BF CF DF EF FF GF HF JF KF LF MF
2013 1971 1929 AG BG CG DG EG FG GG HG JG KG LG MG
2014 1972 1930 AH BH CH DH EH FH GH HH JH KH LH MH
2015 1973 1931 AJ BJ CJ DJ EJ FJ GJ HJ JJ KJ LJ MJ
2016 1974 1932 AK BK CK DK EK FK GK HK JK KK LK MK
2017 1975 1933 AL BL CL DL EL FL GL HL JL KL LL ML
2018 1976 1934 AM BM CM DM EM FM GM HM JM KM LM MM
2019 1977 1935 AN BN CN DN EN FN GN HN JN KN LN MN
2020 1978 1936 AP BP CP DP EP FP GP HP JP KP LP MP
2021 1979 1937 AR BR CR DR ER FR GR HR JR KR LR MR
2022 1980 1938 AS BS CS DS ES FS GS HS JS KS LS MS
2023 1981 1939 AT BT CT DT ET FT GT HT JT KT LT MT
2024 1982 1940 AU BU CU DU EU FU GU HU JU KU LU MU
2025 1983 1941 AW BW CW DW EW FW GW HW JW KW LW MW
2026 1984 1942 AX BX CX DX EX FX GX HX JX KX LX MX
2027 1985 1943 AY BY CY DY EY FY GY HY JY KY LY MY
2028 1986 1944 NA OA PA RA SA TA UA VA WA XA YA ZA
2029 1987 1945 NB OB PB RB SB TB UB VB WB XB YB ZB
2030 1988 1946 NC OC PC RC SC TC UC VC WC XC YC ZC
2031 1989 1947 ND OD PD RD SD TD UD VD WD XD YD ZD
2032 1990 1948 NE OE PE RE SE TE UE VE WE XE YE ZE
2033 1991 1949 NF OF PF RF SF TF UF VF WF XF YF ZF
2034 1992 1950 NG OG PG RG SG TG UG VG WG XG YG ZG
2035 1993 1951 NH OH PH RH SH TH UH VH WH XH YH ZH
2036 1994 1952 NJ OJ PJ RJ SJ TJ UJ VJ WJ XJ YJ ZJ
2037 1995 1953 NK OK PK RK SK TK UK VK WK XK YK ZK
2038 1996 1954 NL OL PL RL SL TL UL VL WL XL YL ZL
2039 1997 1955 NM OM PM RM SM TM UM VM WM XM YM ZM
2040 1998 1956 NN ON PN RN SN TN UN VN WN XN YN ZN
2041 1999 1957 NP OP PP RP SP TP UP VP WP XP YP ZP
2042 2000 1958 NR OR PR RR SR TR UR VR WR XR YR ZR
2043 2001 1959 NS OS PS RS SS TS US VS WS XS YS ZS
2044 2002 1960 NT OT PT RT ST TT UT VT WT XT YT ZT
2045 2003 1961 NV OV PV RV SV TV UV VV WV XV YV ZV
2046 2004 1962 NW OW PW RW SW TW UW VW WW XW YW ZW
2047 2005 1963 NX OX PX RX SX TX UX VX WX XX YX ZX
2048 2006 1964 NY OY PY RY SY TY UY VY WY XY YY ZY


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APPENDIX D
SUPPLIER NONCONFORMING MATERIAL: REVIEW AND DISPOSITION
D. I. SCOPE
A. This appendix establishes requirements for identification, documentation, evaluation of
corrective action, control, disposition and repair of nonconforming material.
D. II. NONCONFORMANCE DOCUMENTATION

A. Initial Documentation - When any departure to requirements (i.e., nonconformance or
departure to an in-process characteristic) is initially identified, it must be documented.
Documentation may be via an electronic system or may be included as part of a shop router,
traveler or Dispatch Order, a receiving report, a build-up record, a test fault sheet or similar
documentation. Nonconformance records are an element of the historical records traceable
to the product.
B. Transferring to Other Documentation - When necessary, a nonconformance (or departure to
an in-process characteristic) may be transferred from one document to another by entering
all pertinent information from the original document to the new document. The original
document must be traceable to the new document, and vice versa.
C. Waiver Request (MRB) - The Nonconformance Management System (eNMS) shall be used to
document and request a waiver. If the supplier does not have access to this system, they
shall request access through the GE Buyer. The "Material N/C Review Nonconformance
Document" (Form GT82-3) may be used to document a waiver request when access to
system is not available; contact your GE Quality Representative for a copy of the form. Once
eNMS is available, all information from the GT82-3 must be transferred to eNMS.
Note: eNMS contains an on-line help, which may be used as an aid for information.
D. General Requirements for Documentation Nonconformance documentation, initial and
otherwise, shall be prepared in accordance with this document.
1. Documentation may be either typed, handwritten in permanent ink, or an electronic
entry.
2. Documentation must be complete, legible, and understandable by an independent third
party.
3. The supplier is responsible for maintaining traceability of all nonconforming records.
Nonconformance records shall be retained in accordance with Appendix C.
E. Minimum Requirements for Documentation
1. Initiator of the document
2. Date of initiation
3. Identification of the document for traceability purposes (For example: nonconformance
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4. Serial number traceability per S-1000 Section E - Traceability

5. Total quantity of nonconformed items
6. A detailed description of the nonconformance
a. A departure from a dimensional characteristic shall include the characteristic and
must specify the extent of the departure (For example: .990" - 1.000" dimension
actually checks 1.005"). A visual write-up shall be described by flaw type (For
example: nick, scratch, dent), size (length, width and (or) depth) and where physically
located on the part (or material).
7. Identification of the affected specification, drawing, or other document if different than
the part number.
8. A detailed disposition
9. Identification of the personnel making such disposition
F. eNMS Documentation
1. The supplier shall assure that all information entered into eNMS is accurate and
complete.
2. Only violations to engineering drawing/specification requirements shall be submitted
into eNMS.
3. Departures from in-process characteristics on process drawings shall be submitted for
purchaser review and disposition on a Supplier Discrepancy Report (SDR) (Ref S-399).
Note: When the engineering drawing is unknown to the supplier, the supplier shall
contact the GE Quality Representative and obtain the proper drawing number and other
pertinent information for eNMS submittal.
4. After the nonconformance document is entered into eNMS, route the document to
appropriate GE mailbox.
5. The nonconformance document consists of the five-digit supplier code, followed by the
two-digit current year, followed by a unique four to seven-digit alpha or numeric
sequence code that ends in a number, which is used to prevent duplication.
6. Changes to Nonconformance Documents – When a change needs to be made to a
nonconformance document that does not contain any signatures on the document, the
change can be made if the document is in the user’s mailbox. If there are signatures on
the nonconformance document, the change must be coordinated through Central MRB
(central.mrb@ge.com).
7. Attachments - Photographs, sketches or other information may be attached to the
nonconformance document to clarify the description of the nonconformance(s).
8. Nonconformance Document Quantity - The “NC QTY addressed on the document” refers
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at and beyond the supplier that have not been previously addressed by MRB. “Qty at
Mfg. Source” indicates the total number of parts still within the supplier control.
9. Quantity Shipped by source without approval is automatically calculated by subtracting
NC Qty addressed and Qty at Mfg. Source.
10. The Material Review Board shall not be utilized to accept a part that is inadvertently
installed into an assembly (inseparable or otherwise) or accept a part that is not installed
into an assembly (inseparable or otherwise).
i. A design change rather than a waiver shall always be used to introduce a new part
number to a product model, unless the item (part number) is required to complete
an approved MRB Repair Procedure (for example: using an insert, or a larger insert
than is called for on the parts list, to repair a hole that has been drilled oversize,
while still using the correct bolt that is called out in the parts list.)
11. Nonconforming hardware shipped prior to issuance of CID shall be documented in the
eNMS system. If all affected hardware has been shipped the “Qty at Mfg. Source” shall
be zero.
12. In cases where a sub-tier supplier has a nonconformance on an export-controlled feature
that a prime supplier does not have an export license to view, the sub-tier shall inform
the prime supplier that they have a nonconformance on an export-controlled feature and
submit the nonconformance directly to GE. In all other cases the sub-tier shall submit
the nonconformance to the prime supplier for submittal to GE for review.
D. III. PHYSICAL CONTROL OF NONCONFORMING MATERIAL

A. Identification - Nonconforming material must be conspicuously marked, tagged or referenced
on the product’s paperwork.
B. Material Control - Nonconforming material pending PR/MRB disposition shall be controlled
to preclude its unauthorized processing or use.
C. Scrap Material
1. Product dispositioned for scrap shall be conspicuously and permanently marked, or
positively controlled, until physically rendered unusable.
2. Mutilation may be performed internally or by an external source.
3. Scrap may be shipped to other internal locations for accumulation prior to mutilation.
4. When mutilation is to be performed externally, the supplier shall have a documented
process for mutilation and ensure that scrap requiring mutilation is not sold for any other
purpose.
D. IV. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

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1. Nonconforming Hardware - To preclude unfavorable GE Aviation customer reaction, the

Unusual Visual Condition box shall be checked on the eNMS nonconformance document
and concurrence shall be obtained through the MRB and the Customer Program Quality
Leader.
2. Conforming Hardware - If the part is conforming to a GE blueprint or specification
requirement but is considered "Unusual Visual Appearance", the manufacturing source
must contact the responsible Quality representative listed in the Source Profile, who shall
work with the Customer Program Quality Leader for concurrence prior to the part being
shipped. Or the manufacturer can select UVC-Unusual Visual Condition from the SCORE
system under the header Quality/Nonconformance/UVC and submit their UVC directly to
the CPQL or click link for UVA Request Form.
B. Parts with Special Cleaning Requirements - Special consideration needs to be given to rework
and repair activities carried out on “oil-wetted” and “sump pressurization circuit” parts. It is
very important to keep these parts free of hard particles that may eventually reach a bearing
causing damage. For parts with cleaning requirements noted on the drawing the
rework/repair procedure shall adhere to those requirements. Cleaning steps must be
documented on the repair procedure.
C. EMCP/LCP parts - Rework for parts initially found with a nonconforming condition that is not
dimensionally described and may degrade the material properties are only allowed within
the parameters of P1TF111, P1TF101 and P1TF9.
D. Life of Die Waiver – If waiver is for Life of Die/Mold/Tool the nonconformance record must
identify it as a life of Die/Mold/Tool document.
1. Life of Die Waiver is only applicable to hardware that is NOT tagged as ‘DoD participation’
in eNMS and the following applies:
a. The quantity block shall be left blank and the “Life of Tool” block shall be checked to
identify the document as a Life of Die/Mold/Tool Waiver
b. The waiver is not required to be limited by quantity or specified time period but
applies directly to the life of the identified die/tool/mold or combination.
c. The specific die/tool/mold identification number(s) must be documented in the

nonconformance description.
d. Any change to the die/tool/mold or combination shall require re-evaluation of

characteristics affected. Any new nonconformances identified as a result of the
change shall require a new waiver.
e. All parts produced and/or shipped under a LoD waiver must be traceable to the
specific die/tool/mold or combination listed on the waiver.
2. Hardware tagged as ‘DoD Participation’ in eNMS with Life of Tool Nonconformances shall
be processed per standard nonconforming hardware requirements with the following
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a. “Life of Die/Tool/Mold” option in eNMS shall not be selected when initiating the
nonconforming material document.
b. The specific die/tool/mold identification number(s) must be documented in the

Remarks field.
c. The quantity block shall include a quantity which reflects all known nonconformances
and an estimated future quantity to be produced in a reasonable timeframe based
on demand and volume.
i. Supplier shall state anticipated reasonable time frame based on demand, volume
and processing considerations such as:
a. Production volume on current P.O. and schedules
b. Time for acquisition of statistical data for CID Consideration (i.e. typically up
to 30 pieces)
c. 4 months for CID processing time
d. Production windows for reworking tooling
ii. Typical timeframes for completion of process up through issuing CID:
a. 6 months for high volume hardware such Airfoils
b. 12-18 months for low volume hardware such as Structures Frames & Cases
d. The waiver shall be limited by quantity, but not limited by time.
e. Quantity usage is not required to be entered in eNMS and suppliers are responsible
to track usage, retain documentation, and ensure approved quantity is not exceeded.
f. All parts produced and/or shipped must be traceable to the specific die/tool/mold or
combination listed on the waiver.
g. Any change to the die/tool/mold or combination shall require re-evaluation of

E. Incorrect Parts
installed into an assembly (inseparable or otherwise) or end item configuration which is
different from the bill of material or parts list. The Material Review Board shall not be
utilized to accept an end item configuration or assembly that is missing a part or
component from the bill of material or parts list. A design change rather than a waiver
shall always be used to introduce a new part number to a product model once the
baseline configuration has been established. The Material Review Board shall not be
utilized to disposition shipped product. A waiver may be used when the item (part
number) is required to complete an approved MRB Repair Procedure. (For example:
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has been drilled oversize, while still using the correct bolt that is called out on the parts
list.)
D. V. APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY REVIEW (PR) PERSONNEL

A. Requirements – Prior to performing the PR function, supplier personnel shall have at least six
months working experience in either quality or manufacturing, shall be knowledgeable of the
manufacturing processes and attend a training session.
B. PR Training – The supplier is responsible for preparing the PR training package, including
training and administration of the PR process. The training package shall include, as a
minimum:
1. Documentation and control of nonconforming material.
2. PR review, evaluation and disposition.
3. GE Aviation contractual requirements (i.e., S-specifications, nonstandard remarks,
remarks or special instructions) that are part of the purchase order.
4. PR issues affecting raw material and special processes.
C. Maintaining PR Approval - PR personnel shall complete periodic refresher training to
maintain PR authorization. Training shall be completed every two years minimum.
D. PR Membership – The supplier is responsible for authorization of PR personnel at their
facility and shall maintain documentation of those authorized to perform PR including their
status (i.e., active, inactive) per the retention requirements.
D. VI. PRELIMINARY REVIEW RESPONSIBILITY

A. Special Processes and Significant Processes when affected must be considered prior to
providing the appropriate disposition. The appropriate Certifying Agent, for special
processes or cognizant Design Engineer/Source Substantiation Engineer, for significant
processes, must be contacted by the PR person for guidance.
B. Authorized Personnel - The disposition must be documented and signed/stamped by an
approved PR person before the action is taken.
C. Authorized Dispositions - The following are dispositions that a PR person is authorized to
make on nonconformances:
1. Rework – This disposition shall be utilized when it is economically feasible to perform the
rework. The rework disposition must:
a. Specify processing instructions.

b. Include method to verify acceptability of part after its completion.
c. Be approved by the appropriate Certifying Agent, if rework instructions include
special processes different than required for normal processing. (For example: not a
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d. Be evaluated and approved per the requirements of S-1001 Supplier Source

Substantiation prior to performing the rework; if rework involves significant
processes or approved sequencing of significant processes.
Note 1: The use of rework notes included on older drawings requires PR disposition.
Note 2: The use of repair notes included on older drawings or specifications requires
MRB disposition or as directed via a standard repair procedure.
Note 3: Rework performed in conjunction with a repair procedure does not require re-
submission to MRB.
2. Scrap – This disposition shall be utilized when nonconforming product is not usable for its
intended purpose and cannot be economically reworked or cannot be repaired in a
manner acceptable to MRB. Material, when given a “scrap” disposition, shall be
processed in accordance with paragraph D.III.C.
3. Return – This disposition shall be utilized when it is more practical to return the product
to the Sub-tier supplier from which it came.
4. Submit Nonconformance Document to Purchaser/MRB – When none of the
aforementioned dispositions are appropriate, the nonconformance shall be documented
in eNMS and submitted to the purchaser for review and disposition (reference paragraph
D.II.C).
5. Not Nonconforming. When a departure to requirements (i.e.,
nonconformance/noncompliance or departure to an in-process characteristic) is initially
identified, documented and reviewed by PR and PR has determined that the documented
departure/characteristic conforms to the requirements (specified in the contract,
drawings, specifications, or other approved GE - Aviation product description), the PR
shall document how the departure meets the requirement and that the departure is not
nonconforming. Example drawing requirements is 1.0 - 2.0 and part checks 1.5.
D. MRB Directed Disposition - The PR person, when directed by MRB, shall document MRB
dispositions in accordance with paragraph D.VII.D.1.
1. If PR personnel utilize the MRB directed disposition it must be controlled to meet the
documented limits of the directed disposition.
2. The use of the MRB directed disposition shall be logged each time in eNMS when the
MRB directed disposition is applied.
E. Continue to Process - At times, it can be more practical to continue processing a part with a
documented nonconformance (or departure from an in-process characteristic) to a later
point in the manufacturing process prior to effecting the appropriate action. The "continue
to process" determination can only be applied by approved PR personnel and so long as the
nonconformance (or departure from an in-process characteristic) shall not be altered or
covered up to preclude its proper review and/or action. The PR person must document how
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1. This provision does not allow the initiation of a repair of a nonconformance prior to MRB
authorization.
2. Product history should be considered to assure manufacturing risk to process further is
low or nonexistent.
3. As an alternative to submitting the nonconformance to MRB for disposition, the PR
person may use CTP when a Change in Design, CID, is processed. An issued CID, which
causes the part to fully conform to the new limits, shall be used to determine the
previously identified nonconformance is no longer nonconforming and referenced on the
nonconformance record.
4. Nonconforming product shipped to GE Aviation prior to issuance of CID shall be
documented and processed as a nonconformance. This documents the existence of the
condition and indicates engineering acceptance of the condition of parts shipped to GE
Aviation.
5. The issuance of a CID after the completion date of manufacture does not retroactively
make previously manufactured nonconforming material conforming.
6. This provision does not allow deviation from GE Aviation design requirements unless a
deviation has been authorized by the purchaser.
F. Corrective Action - Consideration shall be given during the PR process relative to appropriate
corrective action associated with the nonconformance(s) (reference paragraph D.XI).
D. VII. PURCHASER REVIEW/MRB DISPOSITIONS

A. Dispositions - The following are the types of dispositions utilized by the MRB. If sufficient
information is not available on the documentation provided, additional information,
inspections, etc., as necessary, shall be requested. Assure that any additional information is
added to the nonconformance document to allow for future review. The disposition must be
documented and signed by the all required review board members before action is taken.
Note: Alternate disposition/status terms may be used when it is clear the intent is within the
scope of this instruction. (For example: Multi [when more than one disposition applies to
sub-groups of parts], Void, etc.)
1. Accept - Use as is
2. Repair (See paragraph D.VIII)
3. Reject - The purchaser shall reject the nonconformance when an accept or repair
disposition cannot be made. Once the nonconformance has been rejected, other actions
may be considered, by the supplier, such as:
a. Returning the nonconformance record to preliminary review for disposition;

b. Developing a repair method and re-submitting the nonconformance to the
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B. Missed Inspections. Suppliers must have a statistician review missed inspections and
calculate appropriate Worst-Case Analysis. For GE assistance, contact your GEQR.
C. Accept Disposition Based on Sample Inspection Data - In certain cases (e.g., processes are in-
control, large quantities are produced, it is permissible for MRB to accept material based on
inspection of a sample, which represents those parts. A statistically valid sample size shall be
selected without bias from the available parts. The following procedure shall be used in such
circumstances.
1. Statistical Analysis - Based on a sample greater than 30 parts, selected without bias from
the available and inspectable parts and representative of the process that produced the
nonconformance, a statistical analysis may be completed to generate +/- 3 sigma
tolerance intervals and account for the appropriate statistical distribution. For instances
where 30 or less parts are available, a statistical analysis may be performed which
produces tolerance intervals with 95% confidence that at least 99% of all values are
included. Use of GT Form-212 worksheet is the preferred method for analysis; however,
equivalent analysis tools (e.g., Minitab) may be used. Samples of greater than 100 parts
must utilize alternative methods. The acceptable analysis shall indicate when the data is
distributed normally. If the data is not distributed normally, then a statistician shall be
consulted for alternative analysis. The spreadsheet link provided reverts to an xbar +/- 3
sigma standard deviation estimate once the sample size is greater than 30. This insures
that the historical standard of +/- 3 sigma shall be met or exceeded for all sample sizes.
The statistical analysis must include the number of parts used for the analysis and how
those parts were selected. The eNMS document shall clearly indicate when statistical
analysis has been used to determine nonconformance condition. If the worksheet in
eNMS was not used, then the statistical analysis shall be attached to or referenced within
the nonconformance document and retained as a permanent part of the record.
2. Nonconformance Quantity - When a statistical analysis has been properly completed, the
assumed nonconforming population quantity shall be calculated based on a 95% upper
confidence limit on the percentage of the suspect population that was calculated to be
defective, call this value p(d)*. The predicted nonconformance quantity that shall be
submitted to MRB is p(d) times the total quantity of suspect parts still within GE
Aviation/Supplier control. Use the statistical analysis (analysis.xls) worksheet or
equivalent tool to calculate the predicted nonconformance quantity. When it is clear that
all parts are nonconforming, the total suspect quantity shall be submitted to MRB. The
analysis worksheet or equivalent shall be included with the MRB by attachment, linkage
or remark and include the total suspect population count, the predicted nonconforming
quantity and evidence of the formula used for calculation.
a. If n = sample size and d = number nonconforming in sample, then:

p(d) = d/n + (1.645)((d/n(1-d/n))/n)1/2
D. Purchaser Directed Acceptance/ Directed Disposition - Purchaser may document dispositions
for implementation by supplier PR personnel when the disposition is always the same for a
certain nonconformance. The following details the types of MRB directed dispositions
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Consideration for Use - When nonconforming product is submitted for disposition and meets
the criteria as a minor nonconformance, MRB may consider acceptance of additional
nonconforming product that is expected to be nonconforming as a result of a pre-existing
condition caused by an error during manufacture: For example: the existing tooling or
process is found to be incapable of producing material to the specified requirements, the
existing process planning is found to depart from the specified requirements.
1. Direct Acceptance
a. Authorization. All directed acceptance approvals shall be clearly documented in

eNMS. Such approval shall authorize PR personnel to accept future
nonconformances, subject to the documented limits of the approval. The directed
acceptance recorded shall clearly state:
i. That it is an MRB directed disposition
ii. The extent of the allowance
a. Nonconformance limits
b. Time period or quantity
c. Any special requirements associated with the nonconformance
iii. The Directed Acceptance request shall require a corrective action plan with an
expected completion date.
b. Approvals shall not exceed a six-month period or the equivalent production quantity.
All reasonable efforts should be made to reduce or eliminate the occurrence of such
nonconformances.
i. If additional time or quantity is required, any subsequent directed acceptance
shall require the documented approvals:
a. Of the responsible COE Quality Leader, prior to approval. The MRB Chair
shall ensure that reference to this approval is noted in the MRB record by
remark, linkage, or attachment.
b. Of the Chief Engineer Office, prior to approval. The MRB ENG shall ensure
that reference to this approval is noted in the MRB record by remark,
linkage, or attachment.
c. Implementation - The PR person shall implement the MRB directed acceptance,

referencing the approved nonconformance record in eNMS, which established the
MRB directed acceptance on the initial nonconformance record (For example:
router, D.O. card, etc.).
i. The supplier shall implement this allowance by applying the quantity of parts to
the active directed disposition/acceptance for the nonconforming characteristics
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ii. The supplier is responsible to document each use of the directed disposition
prior to shipping the hardware, assure compliance to quantity and time limits,
and assure that no unapproved nonconformances are shipped.
Nonconformances not approved by authorized directed dispositions shall be
submitted to GE Aviation MRB for review.
2. Directed Disposition Standard Repair
a. Authorization - All standard repair approvals shall be clearly documented in eNMS.

Such approvals shall authorize PR personnel to repair future nonconformances,
subject to the documented limits of the approval.
b. The Standard repair acceptance record shall clearly state:

i. That it is an MRB standard repair disposition
ii. The extent of the approval
a. Nonconformance limits (part number and characteristic limits)
b. Any special limitations associated with the nonconformance
c. Approvals shall not exceed a twelve (12) month period or the equivalent production
quantity. If additional time or quantity is required, a new standard repair
authorization by MRB shall be required. Any subsequent directed disposition
Standard Repair shall require the documented approval of the responsible GE
Aviation CoE Quality Leader or Sourcing Quality Commodity Leader, prior to
approval. The MRB Chair shall ensure that reference to this approval is noted in the
MRB record by remark, linkage, or attachment.
d. Implementation. Once the standard repair has been approved for use, PR personnel
shall authorize (For example: "Repair per standard repair procedure FAB0001") its
use, for nonconformances within the scope of the approved standard repair
procedure, on the initial nonconformance record (For example: router, D.O. card,
etc.).
e. The Supplier shall assure each use of the standard repair is added to existing MRB
data in eNMS.
the active directed disposition/standard repair for the nonconforming
characteristics within the eNMS system.
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A. Repair Forms. The electronic repair form in eNMS shall be used to document repairs. Repair
procedure documentation must provide for all appropriate approvals (For example:
Certifying Agent).
1. Repair Approvals - Nonconforming items on GE Aviation designed material shall not be
repaired by any method without approval by GE Material Review Board. Authorization to
begin the repair shall consist of the repair status of “RELEASED” and shall consist of an
approved repair sign off in the nonconformance document, for a specific number of
parts, defining a repair method in eNMS. Repair status of released shall not be granted
until the following approvals have been obtained:
a. Approvals:
i. MRB Engineering representative
ii. MRB Chairperson
iii. DoD representative, when applicable
iv. FAA representative, when applicable
v. Certifying Agent for repair procedures that include special processes different
than required for normal processing (For example: not a planned operation on
the approved sequence list). Certifying Agent signatures on repairs are only valid
for one (1) year.
a. All repair procedures (submitted by a supplier participant) that effect part

chemistry, physical properties, or include processing through special
process(s) shall be directed through the cognizant GE Aviation Laboratory.
The supplier participant quality MRB representative is responsible to assure
compliance to this requirement.
b. Repairs containing special process - Assure the facility performing this

process is a certified/approved source for VSE hardware. This is the
supplier’s responsibility to assure the facility is approved.
NOTE: Listing the source on the repair procedure does not automatically make
them a certified/approved source. Reference S-1001 Certification of Special
Processes and S-1000 Section C Manufacturing, Raw Material & Special
Processes.
NOTE: For non-VSE hardware although not required, using a certified/approved
source is recommended. Reference S-1000 Section C Manufacturing, Raw
Material & Special Processes for requirements if you do not use a
certified/approved source.
2. Annual review of repair forms - Repairs forms which contain dated approval signatures
and are over one year old are reviewed and re-approved by all required approvers,
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3. Repair procedure content - The repair procedure shall document, in detail, the exact
method to be followed during the repair process i.e., restrictions or limitations on use of
the repair, related characteristics that may be affected during the repair process, tooling,
special processes, inspection or test requirements, and any other special requirements or
considerations.
B. Nonconformance in conjunction with repairs - When another nonconforming characteristic
shall require MRB disposition in conjunction with a repair, it may be added to the affected
nonconformance record (or cross referenced) for traceability. Nonconformances caused by
the repair process shall be submitted to MRB for disposition unless authorized by the repair
procedure.
C. Repair Completion
1. After approval of the repair procedure, the repair shall be completed as soon as possible.
2. If more than six (6) months shall be required to complete the repair, a note shall be
added on the nonconformance document, with the reason why it shall take more than
six (6) months. The purchaser reserves the right to reject parts not repaired within six
months.
3. The purchaser reserves the right to request evidence of repair completion.
a. Review prior to acceptance or after repair. The GEQR shall assure preparation of Form
“Nonconformance Document Lot Identification Card” (NDLIC) in eNMS to authorize
supplier release of product pending MRB disposition when a supplier’s part(s) requires
physical review prior to final disposition.
D. Repair procedures on drawing – GE Aviation have discontinued the practice of specifying
repair procedures on the drawing; however, there are still drawings in the system with repair
procedures. In these instances, a nonconformance document shall be prepared along with a
proposed repair procedure or standard repair procedure, after which it shall be handled in
the same manner as all other repair procedures.
E. If eNMS is unavailable for an extended period, a repair procedure may be processed using
MR Repair Procedure form GT82-1 and GT82-2. Once eNMS is available the form shall be
attached to an eNMS document.
D. IX. REQUEST FOR SHIPMENT WITH OPEN NONCONFORMANCE

A. When the purchaser request shipment of material with open nonconformance through a
NDLIC in the eNMS system. The supplier shall:
1. Assure material and/or the requested documentation is forwarded to the purchaser on
or before the date identified on the Nonconformance Document Lot Identification Card.
2. Assure a partial release stamp is used on the shipping document/bar code label per S-
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4. Notify the purchaser when material on an open nonconformance document is being

scrapped or no longer requires purchaser disposition/review.
D. X. DEVIATION
A. Documentation - A request for minor deviation shall be submitted using eNMS.
B. The following eNMS entries support the minor deviation process.
1. N/C Qty addressed on this document / Qty at Mfg. Source= 1
2. Characteristics = characteristic being deviated
3. Nonconformance Text = List the requested departure from the characteristic
requirement
4. Process Code = Select most appropriate process code
5. Cause Code = Use cause code Z8 for deviation
6. Directed Accepted Section – Request Engineering Limits = Summarize nonconformance
text (field is character limited)
7. Remarks Section – Add a general remark to explain this is a deviation
8. Remarks Section – Add a Cause and Corrective Action remark if appropriate
9. Remarks Section – Add a general remark to explain the need for a deviation
C. Purchaser Approval - Upon receipt of purchaser approval, the supplier may begin to
manufacture. Minor deviation is to be applied when the part passes through the affected
manufacturing process. The affected material or items meeting the deviation acceptance
limits shall be handled as conforming material and not require further purchaser disposition.
the active deviation (directed disposition) for the nonconforming characteristics
within the eNMS system at the time of PR disposition.
ii. The supplier is responsible to document each use of the deviation (directed
disposition), assure compliance to quantity and time limits, and assure that no
unapproved nonconformances are shipped. Nonconformances not approved by
authorized deviation (directed disposition) shall be submitted to GE Aviation
MRB for review.
D. Deviation Limits - Characteristic accountability requirements (e.g. inspection, sampling) must
be adequate, documented, and monitored in order to assure that product covered by
deviations and waivers are within the specified acceptance limits. Manufacture beyond the
scope (quantity or time period) of deviation shall be requested via another eNMS submission.
(Note: If material or item manufactured utilizing the approved deviation does not fully
comply with the limits as documented, the material or item is nonconforming and shall be
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E. Deviation Versus Waiver - This paragraph details conditions under which either a minor
deviation or a minor waiver (not both) is required to authorize acceptance of items which are
nonconforming or shall be nonconforming after manufacture. This paragraph also defines the
point at which manufacture of an item begins; a key concept in making the deviation/waiver
decision.
1. Deviation Situations - A deviation shall not be used during manufacture to address a
known error in the process, procedure, or tooling. A deviation shall be used in the
following situations:
a. A temporary departure from specified requirements is necessary to allow data

gathering to verify the need for a permanent change in requirements to improve the
design or producibility of an item.
b. Temporary use of an alternate material.

c. Temporary use of alternate tooling.
d. Temporary use of an alternate process.
A design change shall be processed in the unforeseen situation in which a temporary
departure is to become permanent.
2. Waiver Situations - A waiver shall be used in the following situations:
a. Acceptance of a characteristic that has been generated and is determined to be

nonconforming.
b. Acceptance of a characteristic that is expected to be made nonconforming as a result

of a pre-existing condition caused by an error during manufacture; e.g., the existing
tooling or process is found to be incapable of producing material to the specified
requirements, the existing process planning is found to depart from the specified
requirements.
D. XI. EVALUATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION

A. Responsibility - The supplier has the responsibility to develop, document and maintain a
corrective action system to reduce the amount of nonconforming product. Suppliers shall use
the AS13000 Problem Solving Requirements for Suppliers process when responding to a GE-A
request for corrective and preventive action.
B. Consideration - Every nonconformance requires consideration for corrective action. The final
decision as to the appropriateness of the supplier corrective action decision and plan, relative
to nonconformances submitted to the purchaser for review and disposition, shall rest with
the purchaser.
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D. Purchaser Authority - When the suppliers corrective action program is ineffective in reducing
or eliminating the correctable root causes of nonconformance, the purchaser may elect to
reject items or lots containing non-conforming material.
E. Nonconformance Trending - Supplier nonconformance trends shall be monitored by the
purchaser via NMS. If an adverse trend is detected, the data shall be evaluated and if
deemed appropriate the purchaser shall issue a request for corrective action.
1. Supplier Participants and those Revenue Share Participants with access to GE Aviation
field MRB disposition shall be responsible for maintaining their own trending analysis.
This trending responsibility shall apply only to part numbers of those specific engine
programs for which the supplier has been qualified as a participant. Adverse trends shall
require internal investigation and issuance of corrective actions.
D. XII. DISPOSITIONING AND NOTIFICATION OF NONCONFORMING PRODUCT THAT HAS BEEN

INADVERTENTLY SHIPPED
A. The following provides a vehicle for providing purchaser disposition of nonconforming
material shipped without having been dispositioned by the purchaser.
1. Documentation - The eNMS document shall be prepared as normal per paragraph D.II.F.
2. Nonconformance - When documenting the nonconformance, it may be necessary to
determine the nonconformance magnitude by either:
a. Sample inspection data to establish the specific nonconformance magnitude.

b. Determining the nonconformance magnitude by an alternate method such as
analysis of historical data that is capable of representing the nonconformance
magnitude.
c. Conducting a controlled experiment that is capable of simulating the

nonconformance magnitude.
D. XIII. SUPPLIER DESIGN

A. Any characteristic found nonconforming that is documented on the purchaser's drawing,
Master Envelope Drawing (MED), Design Procurement Drawing (DPD) and referenced
specifications is required to go through the purchaser's MRB system. Any other product
nonconformances shall be subject to the Supplier's internal nonconforming material control
system. The supplier’s nonconforming material control system shall be the same as outlined
in this appendix except as follows:
1. GE Aviation reserves the right to disapprove the supplier's internal MRB system with
respect to the allowances listed herein. Additionally, an 'accept' or 'repair' disposition of
any nonconforming characteristic on a detail part, sub-assembly, or assembly defined by
a supplier drawing that could affect form, fit, function, life, reliability, or maintainability
of such part, sub-assembly or assembly, must also include concurrence of GE Aviation
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of such GE Aviation involvement is incorporated into their non-conforming material

control system.
2. NACELLES - For supplier designed Nacelle hardware where the supplier drawings and
specifications reflect the Purchaser’s requirements flowed down via Specification,
Statement of Work or other contractual vehicle, the supplier's drawings and
specifications may reside in Digital Workbench. The supplier shall utilize their own
internal non-conforming material control system except where Purchaser directs
otherwise.
3. Corrective Action Board (CAB) - The Supplier's CAB shall assure that corrective action
needs and implementation are reviewed and effective for supplier and purchaser design
characteristics.
4. Material Review Board (MRB) Responsibility - The Supplier is responsible for
dispositioning nonconformances of their own designs. The MRB shall be chaired by a
Quality representative of their organization and shall include, as required, personnel
representing other organizations within their facility, as necessary, to determine
appropriate disposition on nonconforming material. As a minimum, the MRB shall
consist of a Quality chairperson and one representative of the Engineering function that
is responsible for product design.
a. Approval of MRB Personnel

i. Minimum Qualifications:
a. The MRB quality representative must have at least three months working
experience in either a quality or manufacturing function associated with the
type(s) of GE Aviation hardware that shall be evaluated in their MRB role.
b. The MRB engineering representative must have a four-year

engineering/technical degree in a relevant design discipline or be a technical
representative having credentials considered equivalent to the above criteria
by his/her manager, have at least two years of design experience on the
applicable type(s) of GE Aviation hardware, and an understanding of GE
Aviation design requirements.
b. Training - All MRB representatives must complete supplier provided training that is
directed towards MRB requirements and details of the nonconforming material
control processes. This training shall include, as a minimum, the following items:
i. Documentation and control of nonconforming material.
ii. MRB review, evaluation and disposition of nonconforming material.
iii. GE Aviation contractual requirements.
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c. Re-training - Every two (2) years, all Quality and Engineering MRB personnel must
attend a refresher training session, which shall include all items described in the
preceding paragraph.
5. Government Involvement - Since GE Aviation is a contractor with the Department of
Defense (DoD); the suppliers’ applicable DoD agency shall exercise the right to
participate in activity related to nonconforming material control. The degree of
government participation shall be as determined by the applicable DoD agency. The
supplier's organization shall assure that the extent of DoD involvement is incorporated
into the non-conforming material control system.
6. Nonconformance Documentation
a. The nonconformance record used shall be capable of being utilized for internal MRB
disposition. The nonconformance record may be designed to accommodate both PR
and MRB dispositioning. The nonconformance record may be computerized.
b. Repair Forms - Repair procedures shall either be documented on the

nonconformance document, or for more complex repairs, documented on a form
suitable for the complexity of the repair.
i. Repair Procedure Content - The repair procedure shall document, in detail, the
exact method to be followed during the repair process, (i.e. restrictions or
limitations for use of the repair, related characteristics to be re-inspected after
completion of the repair, tooling, special process inspection or test requirements
and any other special requirements or considerations).
NOTE: Special consideration and instructions must be given to assure that
foreign object damage or contaminants are not introduced into the component
during the repair process.
c. Repair Approvals - Nonconforming items on GE Aviation designed material shall not

be repaired by any method without approval by GE Material Review Board.
Authorization to begin the repair shall consist of the repair status of “RELEASED”
and shall consist of an approved repair sign off in the nonconformance document,
for a specific number of parts, defining a repair method in eNMS. Repair status of
released shall not be granted until the following approvals have been obtained:
i. Approvals for Repair:

a. MRB Engineering Representative
b. MRB Chairperson
c. DoD Representative, when required
d. Supplier technical resource with responsibility for special process(s) that are
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d. Revisions to Repair Procedures - A revision to a repair procedure after being

approved by MRB and the DoD representative, as applicable, require re-approval by all
signers and/or the certifying agent where applicable. Strictly administrative changes
need not go through the review process but must be signed for by the MRB chairperson.
e. Repair Procedure Limitation - Authorization to perform a repair is limited to the

provisions contained within the repair procedure. Items within the repair procedure are
not to be performed more than once, unless specifically provided for within the repair
procedure document. For example, re-welding a nonconformance more than once,
unless specifically allowed, shall require MRB authorization.
f. When it is determined that product was inadvertently overlooked and was shipped
to the purchaser with nonconformances that were not dispositioned, but which do
not affect the purchaser's requirements, the supplier shall:
i. Promptly notify the purchaser of the escape; notification must include the
following information and actions:
a. Part number, engine program, quantity, and nomenclature
b. Description of nonconformance
c. Statement of material acceptability for use based on engineering evaluation
or current status of engineering evaluation
d. Serial numbers and ship dates of material
e. Proposed required action by the purchaser
ii. Provide a copy of the internal documentation that dispositions the
nonconforming product to the cognizant GE Aviation Quality Representative.
7. Records shall be maintained of nonconforming material, dispositions, assignable causes,
corrective actions, and effectiveness of corrective action per Appendix C.
D. XIV. GOVERNMENT CONTRACT QUALITY ASSURANCE (GCQA)
A. If Government Contract Quality Assurance applies (as required by the purchase
agreement/order), the supplier shall submit a copy of the approved nonconformance
document to the DoD representative at the time of shipment (for information purposes
only).
Note: This provision does not eliminate DoD approval of the nonconformance document, as
required.
D. XV. REVENUE SHARING PARTICIPANTS WITH DESIGN RESPONSIBILITY

A. See S-specification S-477 for nonconformance requirements.


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APPENDIX E
PREPARATION AND IDENTIFICATION OF SUPPLIES FOR SHIPMENT
E. 1. Scope
This appendix provides direction for preparation and identification of supplies for shipment.
E. 2. Requirements
A. Suppliers shall review Purchaser's requirements and their own internal procedures to
ensure that required documentation is included with shipments and that parts/material
are properly marked, identified and packaged. Shipments cannot be made until a Purchase
Order is received from the Purchaser.
1. Examine carefully the Purchase Order/Contract requirements for the parts/material
to be shipped. If authorization for shipment is required to be performed by the
GEQR, and/or the government representative, make sure that all necessary
inspections have been performed and signatures obtained before the parts/material
are presented for review. Determine if the parts/material are on Partial Release for
any reason. If they are, ensure that applicable "Partial Release" status and not "Full
Release" status is reflected on the applicable packing slip, or shipping bar code
label(s). A frequent cause for this situation is open nonconformance document
and/or open Source Substantiation.
(a) Release codes available for use:
(i) Y = Full Release
(ii) P = Partial Release
(iii) G = Government Stamp Only
(iv) F = Full Release with Government Stamp
(v) H = Partial Release with Government Stamp
(vi) N = No Stamp Required
2. When shipments require radiographic film and/or certifications to be included,
ensure that they are with the parts/material to be shipped and that they are packed
properly. Such material shall be packed with the Packing Slip, or with the removable
bar code label when a transparent envelope is used. If necessary, these items may be
placed inside the first box/container. When placed inside, mark the top of the box to
indicate what is packed inside.
E. 3. Packaging Recommendation/Guidelines
A. Package Quantities – Package quantity requirements can be found on the SCORE system at
“Packshop Packdesign” listed under “Delivery & Logistics”.
B. Questions regarding packaging requirements can be directed to “Planning and Logistics
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APPENDIX F
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLIER SOFTWARE QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAMS

F. 1. Scope
The purpose of this appendix is to set forth the minimum requirements for a Software Quality
Assurance (SQA) Program for which a supplier must implement for GE-A product software or
software developed or used in the design, manufacture, inspection, or test of GE-A products.
F. 2. Applicability and Scope
A. This appendix applies to software that is generated and/or used in fulfillment of Purchase
Order requirements.
B. This appendix covers the following CLASSES of source software: Class I: Software which
comprises all or part of a product which shall be delivered to GE-A or a GE-A Customer.
Class II software used to create/control/inspect/test characteristics on GE – Aviation
product, that are validated by virtue of the software being under an approval and change
control system. For both Class I and Class II software, the supplier is responsible for
notifying GE-A of proprietary right claims, in writing, prior to execution of the Purchase
Order.
F. 3. Requirements
A. These requirements are in addition to other Purchase Order requirements.
F. 4. General Requirements
A. The objective of the software quality program shall be to ensure the quality of:
1. Software and its documentation.
2. The process used to produce software.
B. Supplier personnel responsible for ensuring compliance with the software quality program
requirements shall have the resources, responsibility, authority, and organizational
freedom to permit objective evaluations and to initiate and verify corrective actions. The
persons conducting software quality evaluations of a product or activity shall not be the
persons who developed the product, performed the activity, or are responsible for the
product or activity, (this does not preclude members of the development team from
participating in these evaluations). The supplier shall assign responsibility for the fulfillment
of, and for ensuring compliance with, the software quality program requirements.
C. The software quality program, including procedures, processes, and products, shall be
documented. The software quality program is subject to review by GE-A, and may be
disapproved by GE-A whenever the program does not meet the requirements of the
Purchase Order.
D. A complete review of the Purchase Order to identify and make timely provision for
acquiring or developing the resources and skills required for implementing the software
quality program shall be conducted. The product/process source shall prepare plans for
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shall be documented in a GE-A format, when so specified in the Purchase Order.

Authorized personnel shall issue plans with a revision history maintained.
E. The software quality program shall be implemented in accordance with the documented
software quality plans and shall adhere to the program for the duration of the Purchase
Order. The software quality program shall be fully integrated with the activities required by
the Purchase Order.
F. The supplier shall conduct on-going evaluations of the processes used in software
development and the resulting software and associated documentation to ensure that all
supplier requirements have been met and that internal coordination has been conducted
in accordance with the software plans.
G. The supplier shall prepare and maintain records of software quality program activities
required by the purchase order.
1. A software quality evaluation record shall be prepared for each evaluation required by
the Purchase Order. These records shall be in the product/process source's format
and shall contain the following items as a minimum:
a. Evaluation date
b. Evaluation participants
c. Evaluation criteria
d. Evaluation results, including detected problems, with reference to the
appropriate software problem reports, as applicable.
e. Recommended corrective action. (Generally, this type of record is maintained
for Class I software).
2. All other software quality records shall be prepared in the suppliers’ format. (Generally,
this type of record is maintained for Class II software).
H. When a software-related problem or non-conformance has been detected, it shall be
documented and shall serve as input for software corrective action. The supplier shall:
1. Ensure that action is initiated to correct the defect and the cause of the defect, and
that adverse trends are identified and reversed.
2. Monitor and track the software corrective actions to ensure timely and positive
corrective action.
3. Management shall review the software quality program at intervals as specified in the
software quality program.
4. Ensure that applicable subcontracted software meets the requirement of this
specification, as well as additional Purchase Order requirements.
5. Prior to the introduction of new or revised support software (e.g., compilers, operating
systems) which is used for the computation, interpretation, assembly, linkage, or
working environment of Class I or Class II software, a documented evaluation to
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6. Software and software quality records shall be maintained in accordance with S-1000,
Appendix C.
F. 5. Class I Software Requirements
A. A Software Quality Assurance program for all Class I software covered by the Purchase
Order shall be documented and maintained in the form of a Software Quality Assurance
Program Plan. This plan may be in supplier format unless otherwise specified in the
Purchase Order.
B. The software quality assurance program shall provide for the performance of the following
activities by personnel as defined in paragraph F.4.B of this appendix:
1. The performance of both scheduled and non-scheduled evaluations of the software
development, library control, corrective action, testing and software configuration
management activities to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements, plans,
procedures, and programming standards and conventions.
2. The independent review, prior to release to GE-A, of all contractually or regulatory
required software plans, procedures, code, and documentation for:
a. Completeness
b. Compliance with applicable standards and conventions
c. Assurance that all approved and only approved changes are implemented
d. Traceability of requirements from one document to another
e. All necessary approvals
f. Compliance to additional purchase order requirements
g. Action items shall be documented, and the disposition verified for all identified
discrepancies
3. The participation in any scheduled software design reviews. All identified problems
from these reviews shall be documented and have corrective action disposition, prior
to the approval of the design.
4. The assurance that an analysis of software requirements for testability has been
performed.
5. The review of test plans, specifications, and procedures for compliance with design
requirements, and to ensure that all approved, and only approved changes are
incorporated.
6. The monitoring or participation in the testing activities to ensure adherence to
approved plans and procedures, to ensure that the identification of the software
version has been documented, and to ensure the test results are accurately
documented. The test results shall be reviewed for compliance to the test criteria.
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8. The assurance that all software and software documentation released to GE-A
conforms to all software related Purchase Order requirements.
9. The participation in any scheduled software configuration audits. All identified
problems from these audits shall be documented and have corrective action
disposition before production release of the software to GE-A.
10. The assurance that the software's integrity during handling, storage, preservation,
packaging, marking, and shipping.
F. 6. Class II Software Requirements
A. A Software Quality Assurance program for all CLASS II software shall be documented and
maintained. This program shall include:
1. Software Requirements Definition: Prior to designing and coding, the quality assurance
program shall ensure that an approved requirements definition document exists, (i.e.,
drawings/specifications).
2. Design Code Instructions/Documentation: The Software Quality Assurance program
shall ensure properly structured, and adequately documented software. This may be
done through documented software development standards.
3. Test Program Validation: The quality assurance program shall ensure that the
software performs as intended. Objective evidence of the validation process shall be
maintained for new and revised software. For revised software, re-validation must be
performed to the portion of the code that has been modified. Records shall be
maintained of the test program validation activity including approval to release for
use.
4. Software Identification/Change Control: The quality assurance program shall ensure
that the software is uniquely identified. All software changes must be appropriately
reviewed. The change control procedure for the software shall be documented, and a
revision history maintained.
5. Identification of Software at Operations: The quality assurance program shall ensure
that the software is uniquely identified in the appropriate work instructions.
6. Software Media Control: The quality assurance program must protect the software
media from unauthorized changes. Protection methods could include, but are not
limited to, password protection, write protect labels, checksums, quality audits, object-
only code releases, or floppy disk without a read/write notch. Access to obsolete
software for design, manufacture, inspection, or test of GE-A products shall be
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APPENDIX G
CONTRACTUAL REQUIREMENTS FOR BASIC QUALITY SYSTEM ACCREDITATION
G. 1. 9100, 9120 or ISO9001 Accreditation (as applicable)

A. Contact Certification Body (CB) sources who are approved/listed in the OASIS database. This
can be accessed through the IAQG website. A free registration is required.
B. Schedule the assessment to allow adequate time to address findings: investigate root cause,
develop corrective action plan, implement corrective action, and have findings closed by CB.
This must be completed prior to the due date of the systems approval in the GE-A audit
schedule.
C. Ensure that the CB meets the requirements as listed below in completion of the 9100, 9120
or ISO9001 assessment.
D. Send copies of all relevant data to GE-A upon receiving certification as objective evidence of
compliance to GE-A’s requirements.
1. Certificate of certification to 9100, 9120 or ISO9001
2. All findings from the assessment including corrective action as approved by the CB
3. CB audit report
4. Any other referenced documentation
5. This documentation must be provided for initial approval and when requested by GE-A
for periodic re-approval of the quality system. Alternatively, the supplier may provide
access to the appropriate data in OASIS.
This data must be submitted via email:
AVIATION.AS9100DATA@ge.com
G. 2. Nadcap Accreditation
A. The Nadcap program is administered by the Performance Review Institute (PRI), a division of
SAE. PRI may be contacted at through internet search options.
B. Scheduling of the audit should follow the same timing consideration as the 9100, 9120 or
ISO9001 9100 audits.
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APPENDIX H
Recommended Best Practices for Suppliers
H. GE has identified solutions for these common issues that have caused escapes in the past. As
a result, GE is setting the bar that world class suppliers should implement the practices listed
below. GE shall take into consideration supplier utilization of these best practices when
assessing the subjective PQE portion of the supplier rating. Role model supplier shall exhibit
a high number of these best practices. Note that these best practices do not replace or void
any existing requirements of the PO, drawing, or specifications.
A. Part marking is checked by optical scanning systems and compared to verify that
it matches the shipping label and PO.
B. Suppliers of heat-treated parts or material may perform a Purchaser-authorized
means of testing to validate the proper heat treat condition prior to shipment.
C. Edge break, steps, radii and similar features are checked with a method of
inspection capable of providing a variable result as required by S-1002 for FAI
data collection. Technical based verification methods (i.e. Laser measurement
device or “gap gun”) are best practice recommendations. FAI results stating
Conforms, Accept, etc. are not acceptable.
D. In addition to established control plan, utilize inspection technology (i.e. Blue
light) on parts after the FAI to compare to the master model (i.e. part 20 is
inspected).
E. Final characteristics are generated using automated control systems. Use of
manual machines for generating final characteristics is discouraged. Manual
machines are defined as operator direct control of feed rates such as lathes and
mills.
F. Use scanning CMM probes and techniques (i.e. Revo head) to measure surface
profile across entire feature called out on the drawing. The expectation and need
is to identify/detect all variation in the manufacturing process. For example, for
complex contours, use the Revo head to drag across the entire surface to ensure
any undulations and changes in surface contour are identified.
G. After Initial FAI approval, an additional physical inspection (i.e. overlay) is
performed in accordance with the approved quality plan on all areas that have
been shot peened or coated. This inspection must verify that the process is
confined to the allowed areas.
H. Material Handling and part protection:
1. Hardware, gages, and fixtures handled during transit, storage,
processing, assembly, inspection, testing, and packaging in manner that
shall prevent damage and contamination.
2. Ports and lines to be capped or otherwise closed to protect against the
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3. No metal-to-metal contact of finished surfaces during transit and storage

except when:
a. The weight of the components is minimal enough so that
damage shall not occur to finished surfaces
b. A manufacturing or assembly process cannot be performed
properly if the parts are separated.
NOTE: APPENDIX I – Intentionally Left Blank
Appendix J
REQUIREMENTS FOR GEA IN-HOUSE SUB-TIER PROCESSING
J.1 Scope
The purpose of this appendix is to set forth the minimum requirements of accepting a GEA issued PO to
manufacture a part when the PO includes a requirement for an operation / process to be done be GEA.
J.2 Applicability and Scope

This appendix applies to GEA issued Purchase Orders which authorizes the supplier to ship parts to a GEA
PC-108 shop to have that shop perform a process / operation
J.3 Requirements
These requirements are in addition to other Purchase Order requirements.
J.4 General Requirements

The supplier is responsible for communicating to the GEA facility when shipments are going to made.
When the supplier ships an in-complete part to the GEA shop, for in house processing, the supplier’s
documentation shall include the following:
A. Phone number and email for the Supplier focal
B. GEA Part Number
C. Part Serial Number(s) and Lot Number (s)
D. Description of the work to be done
E. Copy of the supplier’s current process (if applicable)
F. Date when the part needs to be returned to the supplier
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Table of Contents
Core Document – Part B

1 SCOPE
2 APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
3 DEFINITIONS
Chapter A – GE SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
4 CONTEXT OF THE ORGANIZATION
5 LEADERSHIP
6 PLANNING
7 SUPPORT
8 OPERATION
9 PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
10 IMPROVEMENT
Chapter B APQP and PPAP – GE SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Chapter C CORE DEFECT PREVENTION QUALITY TOOLS TO SUPPORT APQP AND PPAP – GE
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Appendix A
1. Scope
The requirements of this Core Document – Part B must be implemented no later than
December 31, 2022. Suppliers shall follow the requirements established in AS13100 AESQ
Quality Management System Requirements for Aero Engine Design and Production
Organizations unless a supplementary requirement/exception is stated in this document.
Suppliers are encouraged to develop an implementation plan for a phased approach to
ensure all elements of AS13100 and the GE specific requirements identified in this Core
Document – Part B by the stated effectivity date.
Items highlighted in bold text indicate a new requirement from the Core Document – Part
A requirements.
2. Applicable Documents
2.1 Society of Automotive Engineers Publications
AS13100 AESQ Quality Management System Requirements for Aero Engine
Design and Production Organizations
SCMH IAQG Supply Chain Management Handbook
2.2 GE Aviation Specifications


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P1TF17 Source Substantiation Administrative Requirements

S-240 Generic Control Plan for GE Aviation Threaded Fasteners
S-250 Procedure for Handling of Blue Etch Anodize Indications Requiring
Preliminary Review
S-277 Concurrent Engineering Process for Supplier Designed Hardware
S-301 Minimum Requirements for Sand and Investment Casting Suppliers
S-399 Supplier Discrepancy Report (SDR)
S-400 Certified Materials Test Laboratories (CMTL): Metallic Materials
S-405 Furnace Brazing and Evaluation of Furnace Braze Joints
S-411 Procurement and Control of Source Control Hardware from a
Designated Distributor
S-422 Quality & Technical Requirements for Electro Discharge Machining
and Laser Drilling, Cutting, and Marking for Suppliers
S-450 Certified Materials Test Laboratories (CMTL): Non-Metallic
Materials
S-477 Quality Requirements for Revenue Sharing Participants (RSP) With
Design Responsibility
S-503 GE AVIATION QUALITY SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLIERS
S-507 Preparation and Approval of Process Control Documentation for
Composite Raw Material Suppliers
S-509 Expired Material Re-Certification
S-520 Engine Acceptance Testing
S-523 Ground Support and Special Tooling
S-526 Pressure Equipment Directive Requirements
S-528 Quality Requirements for Forgings
S-558 Visual Weld Inspection Program Requirements for Suppliers
S-1001 Supplier Source Substantiation
S-1002 GE - Aviation Suppliers Requirements for Characteristic
Accountability, Verification and Quality Planning
AT S-3879 GE Affiliate Requirements for Key Characteristics


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GT Form-154 Characteristic Upload Process

GT Form-212 Statistical Analysis Worksheet
GT Form-214 Key Characteristic (KC) Tool
GT Form-241 Source Problem Report (SPR) Template - External
GT Form-246 PPAP Deliverables Based on Complexity
S-SPEC-419 Control of Additive Manufacturing Powders
S-SPEC-1049 Tailored Requirements for Hand Soldering Processes for GE
Aviation Controls and Accessory Hardware
S-SPEC-1075 Welding and Inspection Requirement for Fuel and Oil Tube
Assemblies
S-SPEC-1087 Quality Requirements for Laser Powder Bed Additive
Manufacturing
S-SPEC-1163 Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) Results Monitoring
S-SPEC-1182 Delegated Supplier Release Process
2.3 FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION
Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Section 21.137 (c)
3. Definitions
Deviation - A specific written authorization, granted prior to the manufacture of an item, to
temporarily depart from a particular performance or design requirement of a specification,
drawing or other document for a specific number of units or a specific period of time. A
deviation differs from an engineering change in that an approved engineering change
requires corresponding revision of the documentation defining the item, whereas a
deviation does not normally contemplate revision of the applicable specification or drawing.
Note: Prior to the manufacture of an item means prior to the implementation of all planned
process related elements necessary to produce the item. These elements may include but
are not limited to material, tools, dies, molds, processes and procedures, etc.
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) - The electronic transfer of Purchase Order or certification
data between GE-A and their suppliers.
EMCP/LCP Parts – Parts with either a “Life Controlled Part” or an “Enhanced Manufacturing
Control Part CL-A (or CL-B)” note on the drawing.
Fastener - a hardware device that mechanically joins or affixes two or more objects together.
For this requirement, a fastener will typically be six inches or less in length or diameter and it
may or may not be self-locking. Examples of fasteners are nuts, bolts, inserts, etc.


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GE Quality Representative (GEQR) - A GE employee or authorized representative with the

authority to represent GE Sourcing Quality or Charter Source Quality (Farmout).
Ground Support Equipment Supplier - A supplier that only supplies tooling, test equipment,
process equipment, and repair tools required for the development, production and
maintenance of GE aircraft engines.
In-Process Characteristic - An intermediate characteristic that does meet or will meet the
engineering requirement prior to final delivery or use. Examples are machining stock,
intermediate welds, engineering characteristics held to reduced tolerances and
characteristics that will meet engineering requirements as a result of further processing.
Life of Die - Time period during which a die/tool/mold or combination thereof, that are used
to produce a component, remains unchanged. A change is defined as modification of an
existing die/tool/mold, procurement of a new die/tool/mold (even if it is the same nominal
design), or use of a combination of dies/tools/molds that has not previously been used
Life of Die (LoD) Waiver - A written authorization to accept material or items which are
found to depart from specified requirements, but nevertheless are considered suitable for
use "as is". This specific authorization applies to items that are generated from a specific
die/tool/mold or combination thereof and that cannot be changed without modification to
the die/tool/mold or combination.
Note: Life of Die Waivers can only be used on commercial hardware.
Lot Number - A unique identifier used to control and identify a definite number of items that
have been produced by the same manufacturing cycle and usually submitted for acceptance
at one time or place (i.e. acceptance lot). Typically lot numbers are heat lot number, heat
treat lot number, and melt lot number, which are usually associated with raw material,
castings, or forgings
Major Characteristic - A drawing or specification feature, which if nonconforming, may result
in operational or functional failure of the item, or may materially reduce the usability,
physical or functional interchangeability or durability of the GE-A end product for its
intended purpose.
Minor Nonconformance - A nonconformance that does not affect the usability of a GE
Aviation product or material for its intended purpose. Minor nonconformances do not
adversely affect health or safety; performance; interchangeability, reliability or
maintainability; effective use or operation; weight or appearance (when a factor).
MRB - Material Review Board. A board consisting of a chairperson and an Engineering
representative responsible for reviewing, evaluating, and determining or recommending
disposition of nonconforming GE Aviation product referred to it.
Nonconformance - A failure of a characteristic to conform to the requirements specified in
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failure to perform all material tests and inspections required by the approved GE-A product
description and/or the failure to perform tests and inspections required in the approved
product description.
Nonconformance Documentation – A record of a nonconformance either documented on a
form or entered into a computerized system, which is capable of containing all pertinent
information associated with the nonconformance.
Nonconformance Management System (eNMS) - The electronic system for online disposition
of supplier nonconformances. This system includes electronic review, disposition, trending
measurement, corrective action request, traceability and record retention.
Nonconformance Document Lot Identification Card (NDLIC) - A document used by the
purchaser to record the reason for the open nonconformance document and to authorize
shipment to purchaser prior to final disposition
Open Nonconformance Document - A nonconformance document is considered "Open"
when material and/or additional documentation is required to be sent to the purchaser for
review prior to final disposition.
Preliminary Review (PR) - An initial evaluation of a nonconformance (or a departure to an in-
process characteristic) to determine the appropriate disposition.
Prime Supplier – Prime Supplier is a supplier with a 5-digit supplier code that does NOT begin
with ‘T’ and is on a Purchase Order or in lieu of a Purchase Order, on a Purchase Agreement.
Purchaser - The procuring activity of GE Aircraft Engines that issued the procurement
document invoking this document. When this document is invoked by a U.S. Government
purchasing activity (or such activity's designee), the purchaser shall mean such activity or
designee as the case may be.
Purchase Agreement (PA) – A requirements type agreement which provides for filling
purchase requirements during the period of performance specified.
Purchase Order - (PO) - The formal legal contract between GE-A and a supplier covering the
purchase of materials and services. PO's are typically hard copies with approval signatures,
but some PO's are transmitted electronically (EDI) or may take the form of a legal contractual
conveyance document.
Repair - A procedure which may be applied to GE Aviation product with one or more
nonconformances when it has been determined that the product does not meet the
definition of a minor nonconformance in its existing condition without any special handling,
tooling or procedures. The purpose of the repair is to bring nonconforming product into an
acceptable condition.
Note: Repair is distinguished from rework in that the item after repair does not completely
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Rework - A procedure applied to a nonconformance that will completely eliminate it and

result in a characteristic that conforms completely to engineering requirements (i.e.,
drawings, specifications, etc.).
SCORE - Supply Chain Online Resource Environment. Online portal used by GE suppliers and
employees.
Significant Process - A process or process sequence that if changed could affect design
intent; might affect material structure, mechanical, chemical or electrical properties; and
cannot normally be evaluated without destructive testing. Applies to parts/assemblies that
require source substantiation only.
Source Substantiation (SS) - The verification and approval of a source and/or alternate
source/process to manufacture parts and assemblies equivalent to parts originally qualified
(as defined by the source substantiation requirements, engineering drawings and applicable
specifications).
Special Processes - Those processes which modify or change the inherent physical, chemical,
electrical or metallurgical properties of an item, or non-conventional methods which remove
or deposit material on an item during or after fabrication which cannot be fully evaluated by
nondestructive means, or those used to maintain process control such as nondestructive
testing. These processes may require a demonstration of operator or equipment capability
or proficiency and require special controls for monitoring per specification. Means for
compliance are contained in individual specifications. Typical processes are listed in GE-A
approved "Yellow Pages".
Standard Repair Procedure - A repair demonstrated to be technically adequate and cost
effective which may be applied to a nonconforming GE-A product under defined conditions.
Defined conditions shall include an expiration date or a finite limit on the number of
applications, or both.
Sub-Tier Supplier – Any supplier performing operations, processes or providing raw material
for a manufacturer.
Supplier - Sources (including distributors, warehouses, revenue share participants and
supplier participants) other than GE-A, who supply material, parts, processes, or services for
incorporation into GE-A products.
S-Specification - A documented procedure, issued by Sourcing Quality to a supplier (via a
purchase order or other contractual binding document), to provide clarification, or
edification of quality controls that will be needed to satisfy existing GE-A Engineering
requirements. Identification of the specification will be prefixed by an S-, which will be
followed by alphanumeric characters.
Unclassified Characteristic – Feature of a part that has not been considered for classification
as critical, major, minor. Examples of unclassified characteristics/features are:


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Drawing note referencing a specification

Identification marking
Manufacturing processes (results may be classified)
NDE inspection processes or their output
Physical properties (e.g., round, hexagon)
Foreign material
Missing parts or visual (e.g., corrosion, damage)
Note: Since neither minor nor unclassified characteristic(s) are identified with a symbol, it is
impossible to distinguish between them by looking at a drawing.
Waiver - A written authorization to accept a configuration item or other designated items,
which during production or after having been submitted for inspection, are found to depart
from specified requirements, but nevertheless is considered suitable for use "as is" or after
repair by an approved method.
Chapter A – GE Supplemental Requirements
Section 4
4.1 For ground support equipment and customer tooling suppliers who provide material or
services to GE Aviation, S-523 applies.
4.2 Priority Parts Review - Suppliers shall participate in and fully support Priority Parts Reviews
(PPR) on a perpetual rhythm as requested by GE-A engineering at the prime manufacturing
source, and possibly including sub-tier and farm-out sources. The Suppliers shall collaborate
with GE-A on scheduling, preparing and conducting the PPRs, arranging process walks,
documenting findings, identifying root causes and corrective actions, and driving to closure
in a timely manner. Scheduling an audit is a collaborative effort involving both the supplier
and GE-A engineering and shall consider availability of pertinent personnel for onsite
participation, as well as availability to observe hardware process steps through the entire
manufacturing cycle. An initial response to any formal corrective actions taken shall be
documented in the current active audit management tool within the prescribed time limit.
4.3 S-520 applies when a supplier is providing engine testing for Marine & Industrial and Military
engines only.
4.4 Pressure Equipment Directive Requirement
When European Union ‘Pressure Equipment Directive’ (PED) is required on the drawing,
Sourcing Specification S-526, ‘Pressure Equipment Directive Requirements’, is invoked. The
following aspects may differ from requirements normally used on GE-A hardware:
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B. Certified Welder training and documentation

C. Record retention schedules
D. Part Marking
4.5 When a GE-A, or GE-A Affiliate manufacturing site is used to provide product or processing to
fulfill contracts when this document applies, a Certificate of Conformance shall be issued by the
GE-A site which attests that work was performed in accordance to GE-A approved Quality
Systems procedures and processes. This certificate shall meet all requirements of S-1000.
4.6 Affiliates that are considered prime suppliers shall follow additional requirements as
outlined in associated S-Specification documents. In order to flow down the applicable
requirements of S-1000, suppliers who are GE Aviation Joint Affiliates may flow down S-1005.
Section 5 – There are no GE specific requirements beyond AS13100 requirements.
Section 7
7.5 RECORDS AND RETENTION - Records shall be maintained as shown below.


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Function Sub Function Sub-sub Function Record Type Description Official Record Holder Aviation Retention Period
Quality Component Components Parts: Inspections, Evaluations, Examples are, but not limited to: Inspection Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years, except
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, Verification Records Stamp Records, Incoming Material created the record main engine bearings are
Compressor, & Certifications, Non-destructive testing (x-ray 25 years
Turbine Blades, film/digital record, NDT logs, Maintenance
Pumps Gearboxes, Records), Special Process Logs, Process and
Valves, Configuration Inspection Stamp Records, Tape Approvals,
Hardware, Engine Furnace strip charts (paper) or
Bearings electronic/digital, Manufacturing Process
Samples, Software Action Request Forms,
Quality Component Components Parts: Mfg. Planning & Production Examples are, but not limited to: Routers, Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years, except
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, Records Manufacturing / Inspection Planning, work created the record main engine bearings are
Compressor, & instructions, including temporary planning, 25 years
Turbine Blades, Dispatch Order Cards (DO) Cards, Farm Out
Pumps Gearboxes, Instructions
Valves, Configuration
Hardware, Engine
Bearings
Quality Component Components Parts: Substantiation Examples of this record type are, but not Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years after part
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, limited to, Characteristic Verification Process created the record is out of production
Compressor, & (CVP), First Article Data (FAI), Source
Turbine Blades, Substantiation. Retention periods listed are
Pumps Gearboxes, for the time lapse after a part number has
Valves, Configuration been out of production. Out of production is
Hardware, Engine defined as no current or long term production
Bearings orders.
Quality Component Components Parts: Quality System Records Examples are, but not limited to: Material Manufacturing facility that Retain 10 years, except
Manufacturing i.e. Vanes, Fan, Review Board Documents, Non-conformance created the record main engine bearings are
Compressor, & documentation and records (Back of 25 years
Turbine Blades, Router/ODO GT6337 and Continuation
Pumps Gearboxes, Sheets), QPRs/MDRs/QEM/CQE
Valves, Configuration documentation, Corrective/Preventive
Hardware, Engine Actions, Product Audit Data, Audit logs, audit
Bearings records, audit results, Self Audits, Special
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Inspections, Evaluations, Examples are, but not limited to: Inspection Manufacturing facility that Life of Program
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive Verification Records Stamp Records, Incoming Material created the record
Parts Certifications, Non-destructive testing (x-ray
film/digital record, NDT logs, Maintenance
Records), Special Process Logs, Process and
Inspection Stamp Records, Tape Approvals,
Furnace strip charts (paper) or
electronic/digital, Manufacturing Process
Samples. Software Action Request Forms,
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Mfg. Planning & Production Examples are, but not limited to: Routers, Manufacturing facility that Life of Program
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive Records Manufacturing / Inspection Planning, work created the record
Parts as defined in instructions, including temporary planning,
Engineering Dispatch Order Cards (DO) Cards, Farm Out
Handbook Chapter Instructions
1.1.17 GE Parts
Category and
specified in the
Technical Data
Package
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Substantiation Examples of this record type are, but not Manufacturing facility that Permanent
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive limited to, Characteristic Verification Process created the record
Parts (CVP) First Article Data (FAI), Source
Substantiation. Retention periods listed are
for the time lapse after a part number has
been out of production. Out of production is
defined as no current or long term production
orders.
Quality Component Prime Reliable, Life Quality System Records Examples are, but not limited to: Material Manufacturing facility that Life of Program
Manufacturing Limited or Sensitive Review Board Documents, Non-conformance created the record
Parts documentation and records (Back of
Router/ODO GT6337 and Continuation
Sheets), QPRs/MDRs/QEM/CQE
documentation, Corrective/Preventive
Actions, Product Audit Data, Audit logs, audit
records, audit results, Self Audits, Special


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7.5.1 Documented Information Retrieval Timescales

The organization shall ensure that documented information (data) required for review is
available for the customer, the customer’s customer, and/or Regulatory Agency within 1
working day of notification for the following part categories: Prime Reliable, Life Limited or
Sensitive Parts.
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8.2 Requirements for Products and Services
8.2.1 When required by GE-A engineering specification, the supplier shall generate a Process
Control Document (PCD) to the requirements of S-507.
8.2.2 When allowed by GE-A engineering specification, supplier requests for expired material re-
certifications shall be processed in accordance with S-509.
8.2.3 When key characteristics are marked on a drawing using the following symbol ,
the supplier shall have variable data sent to GE-A in accordance with the established process;
the process and template can be obtained using the following attachment link: Characteristic
Upload Process. Data shall be sent within one week of part shipment. Any exceptions to this
upload process must be approved by the responsible GEQR. GE Affiliates may have data
mirrored into the data lake according to instructions in AT S-3879.
NOTE: Key characteristics may be also identified as a Critical or Major characteristic.
8.2.4 Suppliers shall participate in reporting serialized part data into the Supplier Part Data
Repository (SPDR) when requested by GE. This requirement applies to assemblies with critical
parts that require tracking throughout the part’s life cycle. The appropriate GE Customer
Program Quality Leader (CPQL) shall notify GE Sourcing when this requirement applies.
8.2.5 For suppliers performing work as part of a GE farmout process, S-503 applies.
8.2.6 The Supplier shall manufacture parts to the drawing revision in effect on the date of the
Request for Quotation (RFQ). When the Supplier incorporates any additional Changes in Design
(CID), they shall manufacture parts to the drawing revision in place at the date of the Request
for Quotation plus those CIDs that have been incorporated.
In the event of conflict in GE-A quality system requirements, order of precedence shall be:
1st Applicable Purchaser’s drawing (including specifications referenced on drawing)
2nd Procurement Document (excluding this document)
3rd This document
4th All specifications referenced in this document
NOTE: This order of precedence applies to the Prime Purchase Order (PO) holder to ensure the
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when a Prime Supplier or a GE Shop contracts with a farmout source for a specific process or
operation, the PO to the source may take exception to a drawing requirement since the Prime
Supplier/GE Shop is responsible to ensure the end product conforms to all drawing
requirements.
8.2.7 Parts ordered under a GE Purchase Order for delivery to a GE production facility shall not
be marked “FAA-PMA”.
8.2.8 Configuration Control

A. Drawings, specifications and related documents, including referenced specifications
and instructions, contained in the Request for Quote or revisions mutually agreed
upon by both parties, shall be applicable to the Purchase Order, EMCP Interchange or
other legal contractual conveyance document.
B. Class I changes shall be introduced in accordance with the introduction instructions
listed in the design change.
C. Class II changes that contain a directed incorporation date shall be introduced as
specified in the document. Where an introduction point or date is not specified, the
design change is to be incorporated within 18 months of the issue date of the
document. When required due to change incorporation lead time or hardware
availability, phased incorporation of Class II design changes is acceptable provided full
incorporation is completed within 18 months of the issue date of the CID.
1. Class II incorporation effectivity is the date when the part passes through the
affected manufacturing process.
2. For federal, military, or industry specification changes (Class II) utilized in the
design, the change incorporation shall be within 18 months of the issue date
of the specification change.
D. Defining a planned introduction date: Suppliers shall utilize Inc.CID in the Digital
Workbench, to enter a planned introduction date within 30 days of CID issue date.
(60 days for international suppliers).
E. Extending the introduction point: If incorporation within 18 months is not possible,
the incorporation plan shall be submitted to the GE-A Configuration Control Board
Chairperson through the GEQR (GE Quality Representative) and recorded on the
design change for approval.
F. In the event that a design change affects a significant process, instructions contained
in S-1001 and P1TF17 shall be utilized to assure proper approval, prior to
implementation of such change.
G. Assure manufacturing and quality plan revisions are accomplished in accordance with
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H. Enter the actual CID incorporation date into the IncCID system.
I. See section 8.2.9 for processing requests for interpretation of drawings/specifications
and approval of drawing/specification options.
J. The Purchaser's requirements shall be recognized as such only when specified by the
Purchaser's purchase order or when stipulated in a special contractual agreement
between the supplier and the purchaser.
8.2.9 SOURCE PROBLEM REPORT PROCESS
8.2.9.1 Scope
This describes the method of applying for the following types of Source Problem Reports (SPR).
a. Request for Interpretation of a Drawing
b. Request for Interpretation of a Specification
c. Approval of Specification Options
d. Producibility requests
e. GE Drawing errors
8.2.9.2 Requirements
The electronic SPR application on the SCORE system shall be used when:
a. Disagreement exists or clarification is needed for a GE drawing or GE/Industry specification
requirement
b. Purchaser approval is required for an option provided for in a GE or Industry specification
c. A GE drawing or GE specification change is needed to improve the manufacturability of a
product
d. A correction to a GE drawing or GE specification delineation is required
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a. The source shall first notify their assigned PQE by email of their intent to file a SPR. The
templates provided by GE shall be used to ensure all information is provided.
b. The source shall complete the Problem Definition section of the SPR and submit the
electronic record.
c. Assigned PQE shall discuss outcome with source to ensure problem was adequately
addressed with expert solution.
d. The source may resume hardware shipments only after product conforms to current
drawing, spec, and all other quality requirements are met OR alternately under current
MRB approval
e. A completed response shall become part of the source quality records and retained per
required retention schedule.
Note: The SPR process is not a substitute for drawing, specification, or significant operation
changes controlled by other requirements.
8.2.10 When GE-A drawings identifies Source Control or Vendor Item control in the title block of
the GE-A drawing, requirement is to use only source(s) and cage code(s) identified, when
supplying hardware intended for GE-A end use.
A. Both type drawings contain a table of sources:
1. Approved Sources of Supply (Source Control)
2. Suggested Sources of Supply (Vendor Item Control)
8.2.11 For wrought products/forgings (closed die, seamless rings, welded rings, open die, etc.),
S- specification S-528 applies.
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8.2.13 For welding of fuel and oil tube assemblies in accordance with P8TF3, S-SPEC-1075
applies. Fuel and oil tubes are identified by a marking note on the engineering drawing.
8.2.14 For non-conventional machining applications including rough machining for Source
Substantiated parts, S-422 applies.
8.2.15 For furnace brazed hardware and furnace brazed joint evaluation, S-405 applies.
8.2.16 For additive manufacturing powders used for Electron Beam–Melt (EB-M) and Direct
Metal Laser Melting (DMLM), S-SPEC-419 applies.
8.2.17 For all laser powder bed additively manufactured parts and periodic cut-up plan
requirements for additively manufactured structures, S-SPEC-1087 applies.
8.2.18 For suppliers or sand and investment castings, requirements of S-301 apply.
8.2.19 For suppliers who perform Nondestructive Inspection (NDI), S-SPEC-1163 applies.
Effective June 30, 2021, suppliers shall begin recording the process data necessary to monitor
results. Effective December 31,2021 suppliers shall have data results available for GE review
upon request.
8.2.20 For suppliers with Blue Etch anodize indications requiring preliminary review, the
procedure is defined in S-250.
8.3 Design and Development of Products and Services
8.3.1 Revenue Sharing Participants (RSP) with Design Responsibility shall meet additional
applicable requirements as specified in S-477.
8.3.2 Providers of supplier designed hardware shall meet requirements of S-277. S-277
applies when a new or modified supplier designed component or hardware that is purchased.
The full extent of S-277 is required unless omitted portions are agreed to during the sourcing
negotiation process. The supplier should contact the GEQR with any S-277 questions.
8.3.3 For supplier designed hardware that consists of any hand soldering process at any level, the
requirement of S-Spec-1049 applies. Prime Suppliers are responsible for ensuring that the intent
of this document is met at any sub-tier suppliers who perform hand soldering.
8.4 Control of Externally Provided Products and Services

8.4.1 Purchased Raw Material and Special Processes:
A. The supplier’s material and special process control system shall assure that:
1. Material certifications and Special Process Certificate of Conformance documents
must be available and maintained on file by the Prime Supplier. Additional
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the testing and processes involved (reference paragraph C.2.B for sub-tier flow-
down requirements). Testing shall be performed by a certified testing lab for parts
requiring Source Substantiation (Ref: S-1001 and P1TF17).
B. When the material test report received from the material source has been generated
by a certified S-400 (metallic material testing laboratory), or a S-450 (non-metallic
material testing laboratory), no initial or subsequent audit testing of purchaser
ordered product shall be required.
C. Suppliers shall institute an audit testing plan for material not tested by an S-400, or S-
450 certified material testing laboratory to assure data received is representative of
the raw material and the material is in conformance with requirements. The plan is
subject to Purchaser disapproval and shall include the following minimum
requirements:
1. Provisions shall be established for:
a. Initial testing requirements to qualify for auditing (qualification shall be by
material specification and material source).
b. Subsequent auditing requirements.
c. Criteria for disqualification to audit and for re-qualification.
d. Incorporation of specific acceptance testing requirements when defined
through the procurement document.
2. Audit testing shall be performed by a testing laboratory other than the one
used by the material source. Any testing laboratory may be used for non-
source substantiated parts.
a. When audit tests are performed, for the alloy types listed below, full
testing to the specification is not necessarily required. The following
guidelines may be used:
1. Nickel & Cobalt-Elevated and/or room temperature tensile, chemistry
and microstructure.
2. Titanium, Iron & Aluminum-Room temperature tensile, chemistry and
microstructure.
b. All other raw materials (not listed above) shall be tested to the extent
required to verify full compliance with the material specification.
3. When a material test report received from the material source has not been
generated by a S-400/S-450 certified material testing laboratory (for parts
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material lot as defined by the applicable specification, by a S-400/S-450

certified materials testing laboratory.
4. When raw material is procured from a source other than the raw material
manufacturer (i.e., from a distributor, etc.) identification testing is required on
each lot of raw material if it is not subject to more complete testing.
a. Such material, which still has the original raw material marking (roll stamp,
punch stamp, etc.) and is directly traceable to the certified testing
laboratory material certificates does not require the identification testing.
d. If material identification is lost, the material cannot be used on items that
have a traceability requirement (i.e., serial number or lot number) without
Purchaser's prior approval. This material may be used on items without
traceability requirement if subjected to full specification testing.
e. When specifically indicated by the procurement document or when the
note "Class B Material Release" is on the drawing, the certificate of test
received from the material supplier may, providing all test requirements
are met, be the basis for release of raw material in lieu of material audit
testing.
8.4.2 REQUIREMENTS FOR GEA IN-HOUSE SUB-TIER PROCESSING

8.4.2.1 Scope
The purpose is to set forth the minimum requirements of accepting a GEA issued PO to manufacture a part
when the PO includes a requirement for an operation / process to be done be GEA.
8.4.2.2 Applicability and Scope

This applies to GEA issued Purchase Orders which authorizes the supplier to ship parts to a GEA PC-108
shop to have that shop perform a process / operation
8.4.2.3 Requirements
These requirements are in addition to other Purchase Order requirements.
8.4.2.4 General Requirements
The supplier is responsible for communicating to the GEA facility when shipments are going to made.
When the supplier ships an in-complete part to the GEA shop, for in house processing, the supplier’s
documentation shall include the following:
A. Phone number and email for the Supplier focal
B. GEA Part Number
C. Part Serial Number(s) and Lot Number (s)
D. Description of the work to be done
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F. Date when the part needs to be returned to the supplier

G. Supplier’s shipping instruction for returning the part
8.4.3 S-411 shall apply when a designated distributor procures hardware that is source
controlled.
8.4.4 Fastener suppliers (including distributors that repackage fasteners) shall utilize optical
inspection systems on 100% of all fasteners shipped, directly or indirectly, to GE. All plans for
visual inspection of fasteners shall be submitted by part type to GEQR for approval. Evidence of
GEQR approval can be an email or GEQR signature on a plan. Excluded items require GEQR
approval.
A. Inspection Plan for nuts (internally threaded) shall include the following: external
features, crimp and thread detection, and part marking detection/verification as
applicable. Nuts used in assemblies (i.e. nut plates, gang channels) can be inspected
prior to assembly.
B. Inspection Plan for bolts (externally threaded) shall include the following: external
features, thread detection, and part marking detection/verification as applicable.
C. Inserts shall be inspected prior to key installation per the above requirements for
both internally and externally threaded items.
8.4.5 S-240 applies to all fasteners for GE-A end use.
8.5 Production and Service Provision
8.5.1. All characteristics on all parts must be accounted for and verified on products and services
provided to GE-A. Requirements for characteristic accountability, verification and product
acceptance are defined in GE-A Quality Specification S-1002, titled "GE - Aviation Requirements
for Supplier Characteristic Accountability & Verification”.
8.5.2 Product Process Verification – These requirements shall be met through compliance to
AS9145 APQP and PPAP – See Chapter B (both AS13100 and S-1000 documents).
A. When GE releases new product or relocates manufacturing of product from Source A
to Source B (source change), the complexity risk will dictate the PPAP elements
required to be submitted and approved by GE. GE will coordinate a kick-off meeting
with suppliers to communicate the complexity risk and details regarding PPAP
elements to be retained and/or submitted. (reference GT Form-246)
B. PPAP elements that are not required to be submitted shall be retained by the
supplier and be available for review upon request.
8.5.2.1 Control of Changes – the organization shall ensure that changes are managed through
AS9145, configured to the type of change. Refer to SCMH applicability matrix for required
APQP and PPAP elements. PPAP deliverables shall be documented in the eCAV application
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8.5.3 Serial Numbers

A. Requirements
1. Each GE-A drawing that specifies the marking of serial number requires that the
item be marked in accordance with the marking specification identified in the
drawing, with a unique serial number, applied at the drawing level only and be
assigned from the supplier block of serial numbers.
NOTE – GE-A serial numbers that were required by a lower level drawing shall not
be removed or remarked unless so required by the drawing.
B. GE-A Serial Numbers
1. When producing items that require the marking of serial number, the supplier shall
request, through the Purchaser, an assignment of a three-digit serial number prefix.
This code shall be used to prefix all assigned serial number(s).
A. All serial numbers shall contain eight (8) alphanumeric characters.
1. The first three characters of the serial number shall always contain the
unique supplier identification code.
2. The supplier is then responsible for the assignment of the remaining five
characters of the eight-character serial number.
3. The last 5 digits may be alphanumeric except that the eight letters B, I, O,
Q, S, V, X and Z shall not be used.
B. Serial numbers shall not be duplicated for any reason; regardless of the part
or assembly identification number, design, function or usage (i.e., engine or
other product application) of the item being manufactured.
C. GE-A assigned serial number shall be used only for items that are to be
supplied to GE-A or their agent, either directly or through another
manufacturer who supplies them directly to GE-A. If product is provided to a
customer other than GE-A or their agent, or other source manufacturer, (e.g.,
after-market sales, DOD) GE-A assigned serial numbers shall not be used.
D. Serial numbers shall be assigned, using a logical method that is documented in
an issued procedure. This procedure is subject to review and approval by the
Purchaser. Serial numbers may be subdivided to be used at different facilities
or to different product lines.
E. Once a serial number has been used to identify an item, (i.e., either a unique
piece of hardware or an associated paperwork), it shall only be changed under
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maintains the proper traceability including original serial number, newly

assigned serial number and reason for change.
F. Upon notification by GE-A, supplier shall digitally transmit Data for serialized
part numbers specified by GE-A. Shipping data shall consist of part number,
serial number, and date of shipment to GE-A. Data transmittal shall be
accomplished by a GE-A approved method and occur on the date of shipment.
C. Lot Numbers Requirements
1. When a GE drawing, or a GE specification referenced on a drawing, requires the
application of a lot number, that lot shall be as defined herein.
A. Lot Information
5. Lots shall be formed by grouping items which have the same part
number, and which are manufactured under essentially the same
conditions, and at essentially the same time. Typical lots would be
formed from a single heat, or a single melt or single heat-treat batch.
6. Once a specific lot number has been assigned to a lot, that lot number
shall not be re-assigned. Applies even if the parts involved are
dissimilar in identification, design or function.
7. Once a lot number has been used to identify manufacturing or
inspection records, it shall only be changed under controlled
conditions and when there is a clear documented process that
maintains the proper traceability including original lot number, newly
assigned lot number, and reason for change.
8. Lot numbers shall be limited to a maximum of eight (8) alphanumeric
characters. When lot numbers are included as part marking, the eight
letters, B, I, O, Q, S, V, X and Z shall not be used.
D. Date Code
1. If the applicable GE drawing or GE specification requires the marking of a date
code, the code for year and month shall be selected from the table below. When it is
required to be more precise than month and year; a third and fourth numeric
character representing the day of the month can be added. Thus, the date code,
“NE18”, designates January 18, 1990. See Table 1 for Date Codes.


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Table 1 – Date Code

PRIOR
YEAR YEARS JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
2007 1965 1923 AA BA CA DA EA FA GA HA JA KA LA MA
2008 1966 1924 AB BB CB DB EB FB GB HB JB KB LB MB
2009 1967 1925 AC BC CC DC EC FC GC HC JC KC LC MC
2010 1968 1926 AD BD CD DD ED FD GD HD JD KD LD MD
2011 1969 1927 AE BE CE DE EE FE GE HE JE KE LE ME
2012 1970 1928 AF BF CF DF EF FF GF HF JF KF LF MF
2013 1971 1929 AG BG CG DG EG FG GG HG JG KG LG MG
2014 1972 1930 AH BH CH DH EH FH GH HH JH KH LH MH
2015 1973 1931 AJ BJ CJ DJ EJ FJ GJ HJ JJ KJ LJ MJ
2016 1974 1932 AK BK CK DK EK FK GK HK JK KK LK MK
2017 1975 1933 AL BL CL DL EL FL GL HL JL KL LL ML
2018 1976 1934 AM BM CM DM EM FM GM HM JM KM LM MM
2019 1977 1935 AN BN CN DN EN FN GN HN JN KN LN MN
2020 1978 1936 AP BP CP DP EP FP GP HP JP KP LP MP
2021 1979 1937 AR BR CR DR ER FR GR HR JR KR LR MR
2022 1980 1938 AS BS CS DS ES FS GS HS JS KS LS MS
2023 1981 1939 AT BT CT DT ET FT GT HT JT KT LT MT
2024 1982 1940 AU BU CU DU EU FU GU HU JU KU LU MU
2025 1983 1941 AW BW CW DW EW FW GW HW JW KW LW MW
2026 1984 1942 AX BX CX DX EX FX GX HX JX KX LX MX
2027 1985 1943 AY BY CY DY EY FY GY HY JY KY LY MY
2028 1986 1944 NA OA PA RA SA TA UA VA WA XA YA ZA
2029 1987 1945 NB OB PB RB SB TB UB VB WB XB YB ZB
2030 1988 1946 NC OC PC RC SC TC UC VC WC XC YC ZC
2031 1989 1947 ND OD PD RD SD TD UD VD WD XD YD ZD
2032 1990 1948 NE OE PE RE SE TE UE VE WE XE YE ZE
2033 1991 1949 NF OF PF RF SF TF UF VF WF XF YF ZF
2034 1992 1950 NG OG PG RG SG TG UG VG WG XG YG ZG
2035 1993 1951 NH OH PH RH SH TH UH VH WH XH YH ZH
2036 1994 1952 NJ OJ PJ RJ SJ TJ UJ VJ WJ XJ YJ ZJ
2037 1995 1953 NK OK PK RK SK TK UK VK WK XK YK ZK
2038 1996 1954 NL OL PL RL SL TL UL VL WL XL YL ZL
2039 1997 1955 NM OM PM RM SM TM UM VM WM XM YM ZM
2040 1998 1956 NN ON PN RN SN TN UN VN WN XN YN ZN
2041 1999 1957 NP OP PP RP SP TP UP VP WP XP YP ZP
2042 2000 1958 NR OR PR RR SR TR UR VR WR XR YR ZR
2043 2001 1959 NS OS PS RS SS TS US VS WS XS YS ZS
2044 2002 1960 NT OT PT RT ST TT UT VT WT XT YT ZT
2045 2003 1961 NV OV PV RV SV TV UV VV WV XV YV ZV
2046 2004 1962 NW OW PW RW SW TW UW VW WW XW YW ZW
2047 2005 1963 NX OX PX RX SX TX UX VX WX XX YX ZX
2048 2006 1964 NY OY PY RY SY TY UY VY WY XY YY ZY


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8.5.4 GE-A Supplied Material

If material is purchased by GE-A and drop-shipped directly from a manufacturer, the supplier is
responsible to verify that the shipment has evidence of Full Release.
If GE supplied material is drop-shipped directly from a manufacturer and the status is Partial
Release, the supplier receiving the material shall contact their responsible GEQR for direction
and to coordinate subsequent release activities.
8.5.5 When requested by GE-A, suppliers shall collect and submit Statistical Process Control
(SPC) or Cpk data.
8.6 Release of Products and Services
8.6.1 When product release DSQR authorization has been delegated, suppliers shall follow the
requirements of S-SPEC-1182 Delegated Supplier Release Process.
8.6.2. The system shall ensure the material is packaged in accordance with the applicable
requirements and is accompanied by the required shipping and technical documents.
8.6.3 Partial and Full Release
A. A Partial Release shall be used whenever all the requirements have not been met (i.e.
First Article not approved, SPS not fully approved or S/N approved Advanced Change in
Design (ACID), Nonconformance Document not closed). Reference Appendix A paragraph
XIII, Request for Shipment With Open Nonconformance.
1. For shipments from Prime Suppliers, a written Partial Release authorization is
required by the Prime Supplier’s assigned Product Quality Engineer (PQE), an
authorized designee or alternate PQE prior to release of hardware. The Partial
Release Workflow form is the preferred written authorization format. Contact your
GEQR or Sourcing contact to initiate the workflow request.
a. Shipment documentation (bar code labels, Certificate of Conformance and/or
Partial Release.
2. For shipments from supplier to supplier, there must be an effective risk release
process in place at both suppliers and clear visibility of the reason(s) for the Partial
Release to preclude further shipment prior to closure of all Partial Release related
items.
a. Shipment documentation (bar code labels, Certificate of Conformance and/or
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8.6.3 PREPARATION FOR SHIPMENT

A. Suppliers shall review Purchaser's requirements and their own internal procedures to ensure that
required documentation is included with shipments and that parts/material are properly marked,
identified and packaged. Shipments cannot be made until a Purchase Order is received from the
Purchaser.
1. Examine carefully the Purchase Order/Contract requirements for the parts/material
to be shipped. If authorization for shipment is required to be performed by the
GEQR, and/or the government representative, make sure that all necessary
inspections have been performed and signatures obtained before the parts/material
are presented for review. Determine if the parts/material are on Partial Release for
any reason. If they are, ensure that applicable "Partial Release" status and not "Full
Release" status is reflected on the applicable packing slip, or shipping bar code
label(s). A frequent cause for this situation is open nonconformance document
and/or open Source Substantiation.
(a) Release codes available for use:
(i) Y = Full Release
(ii) P = Partial Release
(iii) G = Government Stamp Only
(iv) F = Full Release with Government Stamp
(v) H = Partial Release with Government Stamp
(vi) N = No Stamp Required
8.7 Control of Nonconforming Outputs
8.7.1 Nonconformances shall be documented in accordance with Appendix A. In those instances
where it is indicated that nonconforming material may have been shipped, the system shall
provide for prompt purchaser notification.
A. GE-A Design
1. When it is determined non-conforming product has been inadvertently
released, the supplier shall notify GE-A utilizing eNMS, followed by email or
phone communication with assigned PQE. (Ref. Appendix A.X)
B. Source Design
1. When the Design Authority determines product with a non-conformance to supplier
design has been inadvertently released beyond the suppliers control and was not
properly processed by the supplier’s Material Review Board, regardless of affect to
the purchaser's requirements, the supplier shall promptly notify GE-A PQE. per
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limits shall require notification to GE-A utilizing eNMS, followed by email or phone
communication with assigned PQE. (Ref. Appendix A.XI)
2. Any Design Authorities non-conforming product, regardless of suppliers Material
Review Board disposition that impact customer interface characteristic, shall notify
GE-A utilizing eNMS, followed by email or phone communication with assigned PQE.
8.7.2 Unusual Visual Appearance (formerly known as Unusual Visual Condition)
A. An unusual visual appearance can exist when a GE-A product contains a technically
acceptable visual condition, which could result in unfavorable reaction or questions
when seen by a customer.
B. Examples include, but are not limited to the following:
1. discoloration
2. uneven surface condition
3. evidence of rework/repair
4. result of process change which alters the appearance of the part from parts
shipped prior to the process change
C. If the visual appearance violates an engineering requirement or is a result of a repair,
see Appendix A for documentation instructions.
D. If the visual appearance does not violate engineering requirements, but is considered
“Unusual Visual Appearance”, the manufacturing source must contact the
responsible GEQR listed in the Source Profile, who shall work with the Customer
Program Quality Leader for concurrence prior to the part being shipped.
1. For commercial engine hardware – manufacture can select UVC-Unusual
Visual Condition from the SCORE system under the header
Quality/Nonconformance/UVC and submit their UVC directly to the CPQL.
Link can be located by clicking on the following: UVA Request Form
2. For military engine hardware – A UVA template located on the UVA Support
Central site is to be used when submitting military UVA requests to the
responsible Customer Program Quality Leader (CPQL).
Section 9 Performance Evaluation
9.1 Alternate Inspection Frequency Plan
9.1.1 The eCAV application shall be used to request approval for alternate inspection.
9.2 Internal Audit
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Chapter B – APQP and PPAP – GE Supplementary Requirements
Section 16 - APQP Requirements
16.1 Phase 4 – Product and Process Validation – Supplemental Requirements
The organization shall:
• Conduct FAI in accordance with S-1002 requirements
• Complete PPAP elements in accordance with AS13100 Table 13
Section 17 – Production Part Approval Process Requirements

17.1 PPAP submittals shall be accomplished using eCAV. As such, the recognized authorized
representative for PPAP submittals are personnel who have been granted access to the eCAV
system.
17.2 Develop PPAP file and PPAP submission IAW 8.5.2 for GE initiated source changes and
8.5.2.1 for other changes
Chapter C – Core Defect Prevention Quality Tools to Support APQP and PPAP – GE Supplemental
Requirements
Section 20 – Overview
20.1 The Quality Planning Tools shall be reviewed and updated when there are changes to the
product, manufacturing, and inspection process or the source of manufacture. Updates shall be
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Appendix A
I. SCOPE
B. This appendix establishes requirements for identification, documentation, evaluation of
corrective action, control, disposition and repair of nonconforming material.
II. NONCONFORMANCE DOCUMENTATION
A. Waiver Request (MRB) - The Nonconformance Management System (eNMS) shall be used to
document and request a waiver. If the supplier does not have access to this system, they shall
request access through the GE Buyer. The "Material N/C Review Nonconformance Document"
(Form GT82-3) may be used to document a waiver request when access to system is not
available; contact your GE Quality Representative for a copy of the form. Once eNMS is available,
all information from the GT82-3 must be transferred to eNMS.
Note: eNMS contains an on-line help, which may be used as an aid for information.
C. eNMS Documentation
1. The supplier shall assure that all information entered into eNMS is accurate and
complete.
2. Only violations to engineering drawing/specification requirements shall be submitted
into eNMS.
3. Departures from in-process characteristics on process drawings shall be submitted for
purchaser review and disposition on a Supplier Discrepancy Report (SDR) (Ref S-399).
Note: When the engineering drawing is unknown to the supplier, the supplier shall
contact the GE Quality Representative and obtain the proper drawing number and other
pertinent information for eNMS submittal.
4. The nonconformance document consists of the five-digit supplier code, followed by the
two digit current year, followed by a unique four to seven digit alpha or numeric
sequence code that ends in a number, which is used to prevent duplication.
5. Changes to Nonconformance Documents – When a change needs to be made to a
nonconformance document that does not contain any signatures on the document, the
change can be made if the document is in the user’s mailbox. If there are signatures on
the nonconformance document, the change must be coordinated through Central MRB
(central.mrb@ge.com).
6. Attachments - Photographs, sketches or other information may be attached to the
nonconformance document to clarify the description of the nonconformance(s).
7. Nonconformance Document Quantity - The “NC QTY addressed on the document” refers
to the total population of parts to be reviewed by MRB. This number shall include parts
at and beyond the supplier that have not been previously addressed by MRB. “Qty at
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8. Quantity Shipped by source without approval is automatically calculated by subtracting

NC Qty addressed and Qty at Mfg. Source.
installed into an assembly (inseparable or otherwise) or accept a part that is not installed
into an assembly (inseparable or otherwise).
i. A design change rather than a waiver shall always be used to introduce a new part
number to a product model, unless the item (part number) is required to complete
an approved MRB Repair Procedure (for example: using an insert, or a larger insert
than is called for on the parts list, to repair a hole that has been drilled oversize,
while still using the correct bolt that is called out in the parts list.)
10. Nonconforming hardware shipped prior to issuance of CID shall be documented in the
eNMS system. If all affected hardware has been shipped the “Qty at Mfg. Source” shall
be zero.
11. In cases where a sub-tier supplier has a nonconformance on an export controlled feature
that a prime supplier does not have an export license to view, the sub-tier shall inform
the prime supplier that they have a nonconformance on an export controlled feature and
submit the nonconformance directly to GE. In all other cases the sub-tier shall submit
the nonconformance to the prime supplier for submittal to GE for review.
III. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
A. Unusual Visual Appearance (formerly known as Unusual Visual Condition)
12. Nonconforming Hardware - To preclude unfavorable GE Aviation customer reaction, the
Unusual Visual Condition box shall be checked on the eNMS nonconformance document
and concurrence shall be obtained through the MRB and the Customer Program Quality
Leader.
13. Conforming Hardware - If the part is conforming to a GE blueprint or specification
requirement but is considered "Unusual Visual Appearance", the manufacturing source
must contact the responsible Quality representative listed in the Source Profile, who shall
work with the Customer Program Quality Leader for concurrence prior to the part being
shipped. Or the manufacturer can select UVC-Unusual Visual Condition from the SCORE
system under the header Quality/Nonconformance/UVC and submit their UVC directly to
the CPQL or click link for UVA Request Form.
B. EMCP/LCP parts - Rework for parts initially found with a nonconforming condition that is not
dimensionally described and may degrade the material properties are only allowed within the
parameters of P1TF111, P1TF101 and P1TF9.
D. Life of Die Waiver – If waiver is for Life of Die/Mold/Tool the nonconformance record must
identify it as a life of Die/Mold/Tool document.
1. Life of Die Waiver is only applicable to hardware that is NOT tagged as ‘DoD participation’
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a. The quantity block shall be left blank and the “Life of Tool” block shall be checked to
identify the document as a Life of Die/Mold/Tool Waiver
b. The waiver is not required to be limited by quantity or specified time period but
applies directly to the life of the identified die/tool/mold or combination.
c. The specific die/tool/mold identification number(s) must be documented in the

nonconformance description.
d. Any change to the die/tool/mold or combination shall require re-evaluation of

e. All parts produced and/or shipped under a LoD waiver must be traceable to the
specific die/tool/mold or combination listed on the waiver.
2. Hardware tagged as ‘DoD Participation’ in eNMS with Life of Tool Nonconformances shall
be processed per standard nonconforming hardware requirements with the following
exceptions:
a. “Life of Die/Tool/Mold” option in eNMS shall not be selected when initiating the
nonconforming material document.
b. The specific die/tool/mold identification number(s) must be documented in the

Remarks field.
c. The quantity block shall include a quantity which reflects all known nonconformances
and an estimated future quantity to be produced in a reasonable timeframe based
on demand and volume.
i. Supplier shall state anticipated reasonable time frame based on demand, volume
and processing considerations such as:
a. Production volume on current P.O. and schedules
b. Time for acquisition of statistical data for CID Consideration (i.e. typically up
to 30 pieces)
c. 4 months for CID processing time
d. Production windows for reworking tooling
ii. Typical timeframes for completion of process up through issuing CID:
a. 6 months for high volume hardware such Airfoils
b. 12-18 months for low volume hardware such as Structures Frames & Cases
d. The waiver shall be limited by quantity, but not limited by time.
e. Quantity usage is not required to be entered in eNMS and suppliers are responsible
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f. All parts produced and/or shipped must be traceable to the specific die/tool/mold or
combination listed on the waiver.
g. Any change to the die/tool/mold or combination shall require re-evaluation of

E. Incorrect Parts
installed into an assembly (inseparable or otherwise) or end item configuration which is
different from the bill of material or parts list. The Material Review Board shall not be
utilized to accept an end item configuration or assembly that is missing a part or
component from the bill of material or parts list. A design change rather than a waiver
shall always be used to introduce a new part number to a product model once the
baseline configuration has been established. The Material Review Board shall not be
utilized to disposition shipped product. A waiver may be used when the item (part
number) is required to complete an approved MRB Repair Procedure. (For example:
Using an insert, or a larger insert than is called for on the parts list, to repair a hole that
has been drilled oversize, while still using the correct bolt that is called out on the parts
list.)
IV. APPROVAL OF PRELIMINARY REVIEW (PR) PERSONNEL
A. Requirements – Prior to performing the PR function, supplier personnel shall have at least six
months working experience in either quality or manufacturing, shall be knowledgeable of the
manufacturing processes and attend a training session.
B. PR Training – The supplier is responsible for preparing the PR training package, including
training and administration of the PR process. The training package shall include, as a
minimum:
1. Documentation and control of nonconforming material.
2. PR review, evaluation and disposition.
3. GE Aviation contractual requirements (i.e., S-specifications, nonstandard remarks,
remarks or special instructions) that are part of the purchase order.
4. PR issues affecting raw material and special processes.
C. Maintaining PR Approval - PR personnel shall complete periodic refresher training to
maintain PR authorization. Training shall be completed every two years minimum.
D. PR Membership – The supplier is responsible for authorization of PR personnel at their
facility and shall maintain documentation of those authorized to perform PR including their
status (i.e., active, inactive) per the retention requirements.
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A. Special Processes and Significant Processes when affected must be considered prior to
providing the appropriate disposition. The appropriate Certifying Agent, for special
processes or cognizant Design Engineer/Source Substantiation Engineer, for significant
processes, must be contacted by the PR person for guidance.
B. Authorized Personnel - The disposition must be documented and signed/stamped by an
approved PR person before the action is taken.
C. Authorized Dispositions - The following are dispositions that a PR person is authorized to
make on nonconformances:
1. Rework – This disposition shall be utilized when it is economically feasible to perform the
rework. The rework disposition must:
a. Specify processing instructions.

b. Include method to verify acceptability of part after its completion.
c. Be approved by the appropriate Certifying Agent, if rework instructions include
special processes different than required for normal processing. (For example: not a
planned operation on the approved sequence list)
d. Be evaluated and approved per the requirements of S-1001 Supplier Source

Substantiation prior to performing the rework; if rework involves significant
processes or approved sequencing of significant processes.
Note 1: The use of rework notes included on older drawings requires PR disposition.
Note 2: The use of repair notes included on older drawings or specifications requires
MRB disposition or as directed via a standard repair procedure.
Note 3: Rework performed in conjunction with a repair procedure does not require re-
submission to MRB.
2. Scrap – This disposition shall be utilized when nonconforming product is not usable for its
intended purpose and cannot be economically reworked or cannot be repaired in a
manner acceptable to MRB. Material, when given a “scrap” disposition, shall be
processed in accordance with paragraph D.III.C.
3. Return – This disposition shall be utilized when it is more practical to return the product
to the Sub-tier supplier from which it came.
4. Submit Nonconformance Document to Purchaser/MRB – When none of the
aforementioned dispositions are appropriate, the nonconformance shall be documented
in eNMS and submitted to the purchaser for review and disposition (reference paragraph
D.II.C).
5. Not Nonconforming. When a departure to requirements (i.e.,
nonconformance/noncompliance or departure to an in-process characteristic) is initially
identified, documented and reviewed by PR and PR has determined that the documented
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drawings, specifications, or other approved GE - Aviation product description), the PR

shall document how the departure meets the requirement and that the departure is not
nonconforming. Example drawing requirements is 1.0 - 2.0 and part checks 1.5.
D. MRB Directed Disposition - The PR person, when directed by MRB, shall document MRB
dispositions in accordance with paragraph VI.D.
1. If PR personnel utilize the MRB directed disposition it must be controlled to meet the
documented limits of the directed disposition.
2. The use of the MRB directed disposition shall be logged each time in eNMS when the
MRB directed disposition is applied.
E. Continue to Process - At times, it can be more practical to continue processing a part with a
documented nonconformance (or departure from an in-process characteristic) to a later
point in the manufacturing process prior to effecting the appropriate action. The "continue
to process" determination can only be applied by approved PR personnel and so long as the
nonconformance (or departure from an in-process characteristic) shall not be altered or
covered up to preclude its proper review and/or action. The PR person must document how
far to continue and the appropriate action.
1. This provision does not allow the initiation of a repair of a nonconformance prior to MRB
authorization.
2. Product history should be considered to assure manufacturing risk to process further is
low or nonexistent.
3. As an alternative to submitting the nonconformance to MRB for disposition, the PR
person may use CTP when a Change in Design, CID, is processed. An issued CID, which
causes the part to fully conform to the new limits, shall be used to determine the
previously identified nonconformance is no longer nonconforming and referenced on the
nonconformance record.
4. Nonconforming product shipped to GE Aviation prior to issuance of CID shall be
documented and processed as a nonconformance. This documents the existence of the
condition and indicates engineering acceptance of the condition of parts shipped to GE
Aviation.
5. The issuance of a CID after the completion date of manufacture does not retroactively
make previously manufactured nonconforming material conforming.
6. This provision does not allow deviation from GE Aviation design requirements unless a
deviation has been authorized by the purchaser.
VI. PURCHASER REVIEW/MRB DISPOSITIONS
A. Dispositions - The following are the types of dispositions utilized by the MRB. If sufficient
information is not available on the documentation provided, additional information,
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added to the nonconformance document to allow for future review. The disposition must be
documented and signed by the all required review board members before action is taken.
Note: Alternate disposition/status terms may be used when it is clear the intent is within the
scope of this instruction. (For example: Multi [when more than one disposition applies to
sub-groups of parts], Void, etc.)
1. Accept - Use as is
2. Repair (See paragraph D.VIII)
3. Reject - The purchaser shall reject the nonconformance when an accept or repair
disposition cannot be made. Once the nonconformance has been rejected, other actions
may be considered, by the supplier, such as:
a. Returning the nonconformance record to preliminary review for disposition;

b. Developing a repair method and re-submitting the nonconformance to the
purchaser.
B. Missed Inspections. Suppliers must have a statistician review missed inspections and
calculate appropriate Worst-Case Analysis. For GE assistance, contact your GEQR.
C. Accept Disposition Based on Sample Inspection Data - In certain cases (e.g., processes are in-
control, large quantities are produced, it is permissible for MRB to accept material based on
inspection of a sample, which represents those parts. A statistically valid sample size shall be
selected without bias from the available parts. The following procedure shall be used in such
circumstances.
1. Statistical Analysis - Based on a sample greater than 30 parts, selected without bias from
the available and inspectable parts and representative of the process that produced the
nonconformance, a statistical analysis may be completed to generate +/- 3 sigma
tolerance intervals and account for the appropriate statistical distribution. For instances
where 30 or less parts are available, a statistical analysis may be performed which
produces tolerance intervals with 95% confidence that at least 99% of all values are
included. Use of GT Form-212 worksheet is the preferred method for analysis; however,
equivalent analysis tools (e.g., Minitab) may be used. Samples of greater than 100 parts
must utilize alternative methods. The acceptable analysis shall indicate when the data is
distributed normally. If the data is not distributed normally, then a statistician shall be
consulted for alternative analysis. The spreadsheet link provided reverts to an xbar +/- 3
sigma standard deviation estimate once the sample size is greater than 30. This insures
that the historical standard of +/- 3 sigma shall be met or exceeded for all sample sizes.
The statistical analysis must include the number of parts used for the analysis and how
those parts were selected. The eNMS document shall clearly indicate when statistical
analysis has been used to determine nonconformance condition. If the worksheet in
eNMS was not used, then the statistical analysis shall be attached to or referenced within
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2. Nonconformance Quantity - When a statistical analysis has been properly completed, the
assumed nonconforming population quantity shall be calculated based on a 95% upper
confidence limit on the percentage of the suspect population that was calculated to be
defective, call this value p(d)*. The predicted nonconformance quantity that shall be
submitted to MRB is p(d) times the total quantity of suspect parts still within GE
Aviation/Supplier control. Use the statistical analysis (analysis.xls) worksheet or
equivalent tool to calculate the predicted nonconformance quantity. When it is clear that
all parts are nonconforming, the total suspect quantity shall be submitted to MRB. The
analysis worksheet or equivalent shall be included with the MRB by attachment, linkage
or remark and include the total suspect population count, the predicted nonconforming
quantity and evidence of the formula used for calculation.
a. If n = sample size and d = number nonconforming in sample, then:

p(d) = d/n + (1.645)((d/n(1-d/n))/n)1/2
D. Purchaser Directed Acceptance/ Directed Disposition - Purchaser may document dispositions
for implementation by supplier PR personnel when the disposition is always the same for a
certain nonconformance. The following details the types of MRB directed dispositions
available and respective requirements.
Consideration for Use - When nonconforming product is submitted for disposition and meets
the criteria as a minor nonconformance, MRB may consider acceptance of additional
nonconforming product that is expected to be nonconforming as a result of a pre-existing
condition caused by an error during manufacture: For example: the existing tooling or
process is found to be incapable of producing material to the specified requirements, the
existing process planning is found to depart from the specified requirements.
1. Direct Acceptance
a. Authorization. All directed acceptance approvals shall be clearly documented in

eNMS. Such approval shall authorize PR personnel to accept future
nonconformances, subject to the documented limits of the approval. The directed
acceptance recorded shall clearly state:
i. That it is an MRB directed disposition
ii. The extent of the allowance
a. Nonconformance limits
b. Time period or quantity
c. Any special requirements associated with the nonconformance
iii. The Directed Acceptance request shall require a corrective action plan with an
expected completion date.
b. Approvals shall not exceed a six-month period or the equivalent production quantity.
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i. If additional time or quantity is required, any subsequent directed acceptance

shall require the documented approvals:
a. Of the responsible COE Quality Leader, prior to approval. The MRB Chair
shall ensure that reference to this approval is noted in the MRB record by
remark, linkage, or attachment.
b. Of the Chief Engineer Office, prior to approval. The MRB ENG shall ensure
that reference to this approval is noted in the MRB record by remark,
linkage, or attachment.
c. Implementation - The PR person shall implement the MRB directed acceptance,

referencing the approved nonconformance record in eNMS, which established the
MRB directed acceptance on the initial nonconformance record (For example:
router, D.O. card, etc.).
the active directed disposition/acceptance for the nonconforming characteristics
within the eNMS system at the time the PR disposition is determined.
2. Directed Disposition Standard Repair
a. Authorization - All standard repair approvals shall be clearly documented in eNMS.

Such approvals shall authorize PR personnel to repair future nonconformances,
subject to the documented limits of the approval.
b. The Standard repair acceptance record shall clearly state:

i. That it is an MRB standard repair disposition
ii. The extent of the approval
a. Nonconformance limits (part number and characteristic limits)
b. Any special limitations associated with the nonconformance
c. Approvals shall not exceed a twelve (12) month period or the equivalent production
quantity. If additional time or quantity is required, a new standard repair
authorization by MRB shall be required. Any subsequent directed disposition
Standard Repair shall require the documented approval of the responsible GE
Aviation CoE Quality Leader or Sourcing Quality Commodity Leader, prior to
approval. The MRB Chair shall ensure that reference to this approval is noted in the
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d. Implementation. Once the standard repair has been approved for use, PR personnel
shall authorize (For example: "Repair per standard repair procedure FAB0001") its
use, for nonconformances within the scope of the approved standard repair
procedure, on the initial nonconformance record (For example: router, D.O. card,
etc.).
e. The Supplier shall assure each use of the standard repair is added to existing MRB
data in eNMS.
the active directed disposition/standard repair for the nonconforming
characteristics within the eNMS system.
VII. REPAIR OF NONCONFORMING MATERIAL
A. Repair Forms. The electronic repair form in eNMS shall be used to document repairs. Repair
procedure documentation must provide for all appropriate approvals (For example:
Certifying Agent).
1. Repair Approvals – Nonconforming items on GE Aviation designed material shall not be
repaired by any method without approval by GE Material Review Board. Authorization to
begin the repair shall consist of the repair status of “RELEASED” and shall consist of an
approved repair sign off in the nonconformance document, for a specific number of
parts, defining a repair method in eNMS. Repair status of released shall not be granted
until the following approvals have been obtained:
a. Approvals:
i. MRB Engineering representative
ii. MRB Chairperson
iii. DoD representative, when applicable
iv. FAA representative, when applicable
v. Certifying Agent for repair procedures that include special processes different
than required for normal processing (For example: not a planned operation on
the approved sequence list). Certifying Agent signatures on repairs are only valid
for one (1) year.
a. All repair procedures (submitted by a supplier participant) that effect part

chemistry, physical properties, or include processing through special
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The supplier participant quality MRB representative is responsible to assure

compliance to this requirement.
b. Repairs containing special process – Assure the facility performing this

process is a certified/approved source for VSE hardware. This is the
supplier’s responsibility to assure the facility is approved.
NOTE: Listing the source on the repair procedure does not automatically make
them a certified/approved source. Reference S-1001 Certification of Special
Processes and S-1000 Section C Manufacturing, Raw Material & Special
Processes.
NOTE: For non-VSE hardware although not required, using a certified/approved
source is recommended. Reference S-1000 Section C Manufacturing, Raw
Material & Special Processes for requirements if you do not use a
certified/approved source.
2. Annual review of repair forms – Repairs forms which contain dated approval signatures
and are over one year old are reviewed and re-approved by all required approvers,
including Certifying agents, prior to MRB repair approval.
3. Repair procedure content – The repair procedure shall document, in detail, the exact
method to be followed during the repair process i.e., restrictions or limitations on use of
the repair, related characteristics that may be affected during the repair process, tooling,
special processes, inspection or test requirements, and any other special requirements or
considerations.
B. Nonconformance in conjunction with repairs – When another nonconforming characteristic
requires MRB disposition in conjunction with a repair, it may be added to the affected
nonconformance record (or cross referenced) for traceability. Nonconformances caused by
the repair process shall be submitted to MRB for disposition unless authorized by the repair
procedure.
C. Repair Completion
1. After approval of the repair procedure, the repair shall be completed as soon as possible.
2. If more than six (6) months is required to complete the repair, a note shall be added on
the nonconformance document, with the reason for more than six (6) months. The
purchaser reserves the right to reject parts not repaired within six months.
3. The purchaser reserves the right to request evidence of repair completion.
a. Review prior to acceptance or after repair. The GEQR shall assure preparation of Form
“Nonconformance Document Lot Identification Card” (NDLIC) in eNMS to authorize
supplier release of product pending MRB disposition when a supplier’s part(s) requires
physical review prior to final disposition.
D. Repair procedures on drawing – GE Aviation have discontinued the practice of specifying
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procedures. In these instances, a nonconformance document shall be prepared along with a

proposed repair procedure or standard repair procedure, after which it shall be handled in
the same manner as all other repair procedures.
E. If eNMS is unavailable for an extended period a repair procedure may be processed using MR
Repair Procedure form GT82-1 and GT82-2. Once eNMS is available the form shall be
attached to an eNMS document.
VIII. REQUEST FOR SHIPMENT WITH OPEN NONCONFORMANCE
A. When the purchaser request shipment of material with open nonconformance through a
NDLIC in the eNMS system. The supplier shall:
1. Assure material and/or the requested documentation is forwarded to the purchaser on
or before the date identified on the Nonconformance Document Lot Identification Card.
2. Assure a partial release stamp is used on the shipping document/bar code label.
3. Ship nonconforming material separately.
4. Notify the purchaser when material on an open nonconformance document is being
scrapped or no longer requires purchaser disposition/review.
IX. DEVIATION
A. Documentation - A request for minor deviation shall be submitted using eNMS.
B. The following eNMS entries support the minor deviation process.
1. N/C Qty addressed on this document / Qty at Mfg. Source= 1
2. Characteristics = characteristic being deviated
3. Nonconformance Text = List the requested departure from the characteristic
requirement
4. Process Code = Select most appropriate process code
5. Cause Code = Use cause code Z8 for deviation
6. Directed Accepted Section – Request Engineering Limits = Summarize nonconformance
text (field is character limited)
7. Remarks Section – Add a general remark to explain this is a deviation
8. Remarks Section – Add a Cause and Corrective Action remark if appropriate
9. Remarks Section – Add a general remark to explain the need for a deviation
C. Purchaser Approval - Upon receipt of purchaser approval, the supplier may begin to
manufacture. Minor deviation is to be applied when the part passes through the affected
manufacturing process. The affected material or items meeting the deviation acceptance
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the active deviation (directed disposition) for the nonconforming characteristics
within the eNMS system at the time of PR disposition.
ii. The supplier is responsible to document each use of the deviation (directed
disposition), assure compliance to quantity and time limits, and assure that no
unapproved nonconformances are shipped. Nonconformances not approved by
authorized deviation (directed disposition) shall be submitted to GE Aviation
MRB for review.
D. Deviation Limits - Characteristic accountability requirements (e.g. inspection, sampling) must
be adequate, documented, and monitored in order to assure that product covered by
deviations and waivers are within the specified acceptance limits. Manufacture beyond the
scope (quantity or time period) of deviation shall be requested via another eNMS submission.
(Note: If material or item manufactured utilizing the approved deviation does not fully
comply with the limits as documented, the material or item is nonconforming and shall be
processed in accordance with paragraph D.III).
E. Deviation Versus Waiver - This paragraph details conditions under which either a minor
deviation or a minor waiver (not both) is required to authorize acceptance of items which are
nonconforming or shall be nonconforming after manufacture. This paragraph also defines the
point at which manufacture of an item begins; a key concept in making the deviation/waiver
decision.
1. Deviation Situations - A deviation shall not be used during manufacture to address a
known error in the process, procedure, or tooling. A deviation shall be used in the
following situations:
a. A temporary departure from specified requirements is necessary to allow data

gathering to verify the need for a permanent change in requirements to improve the
design or producibility of an item.
b. Temporary use of an alternate material.

c. Temporary use of alternate tooling.
d. Temporary use of an alternate process.
A design change shall be processed in the unforeseen situation in which a temporary
departure is to become permanent.
2. Waiver Situations - A waiver shall be used in the following situations:
a. Acceptance of a characteristic that has been generated and is determined to be

nonconforming.
b. Acceptance of a characteristic that is expected to be made nonconforming as a result

of a pre-existing condition caused by an error during manufacture; e.g., the existing
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requirements, the existing process planning is found to depart from the specified
requirements.
X. DISPOSITIONING AND NOTIFICATION OF NONCONFORMING PRODUCT THAT HAS BEEN
INADVERTENTLY SHIPPED
A. The following provides a vehicle for providing purchaser disposition of nonconforming
material shipped without having been dispositioned by the purchaser.
1. Documentation - The eNMS document shall be prepared as normal per paragraph D.II.F.
2. Nonconformance - When documenting the nonconformance, it may be necessary to
determine the nonconformance magnitude by either:
a. Sample inspection data to establish the specific nonconformance magnitude.

b. Determining the nonconformance magnitude by an alternate method such as
analysis of historical data that is capable of representing the nonconformance
magnitude.
c. Conducting a controlled experiment that is capable of simulating the

nonconformance magnitude.
XI. SUPPLIER DESIGN
A. Any characteristic found nonconforming that is documented on the purchaser's drawing,
Master Envelope Drawing (MED), Design Procurement Drawing (DPD) and referenced
specifications is required to go through the purchaser's MRB system. Any other product
nonconformances shall be subject to the Supplier's internal nonconforming material control
system. The supplier’s nonconforming material control system shall be the same as outlined
in this appendix except as follows:
1. GE Aviation reserves the right to disapprove the supplier's internal MRB system with
respect to the allowances listed herein. Additionally, an 'accept' or 'repair' disposition of
any nonconforming characteristic on a detail part, sub-assembly, or assembly defined by
a supplier drawing that could affect form, fit, function, life, reliability, or maintainability
of such part, sub-assembly or assembly, must also include concurrence of GE Aviation
design engineering and quality. The supplier's organization shall ensure that the extent
of such GE Aviation involvement is incorporated into their non-conforming material
control system.
2. NACELLES - For supplier designed Nacelle hardware where the supplier drawings and
specifications reflect the Purchaser’s requirements flowed down via Specification,
Statement of Work or other contractual vehicle, the supplier's drawings and
specifications may reside in Digital Workbench. The supplier shall utilize their own
internal non-conforming material control system except where Purchaser directs
otherwise.


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3. Corrective Action Board (CAB) - The Supplier's CAB shall assure that corrective action
needs and implementation are reviewed and effective for supplier and purchaser design
characteristics.
4. Material Review Board (MRB) Responsibility - The Supplier is responsible for
dispositioning nonconformances of their own designs. The MRB shall be chaired by a
Quality representative of their organization and shall include, as required, personnel
representing other organizations within their facility, as necessary, to determine
appropriate disposition on nonconforming material. As a minimum, the MRB shall
consist of a Quality chairperson and one representative of the Engineering function that
is responsible for product design.
a. Approval of MRB Personnel

i. Minimum Qualifications:
a. The MRB quality representative must have at least three months working
experience in either a quality or manufacturing function associated with the
type(s) of GE Aviation hardware that shall be evaluated in their MRB role.
b. The MRB engineering representative must have a four-year

engineering/technical degree in a relevant design discipline or be a technical
representative having credentials considered equivalent to the above criteria
by his/her manager, have at least two years of design experience on the
applicable type(s) of GE Aviation hardware, and an understanding of GE
Aviation design requirements.
b. Training - All MRB representatives must complete supplier provided training that is
directed towards MRB requirements and details of the nonconforming material
control processes. This training shall include, as a minimum, the following items:
i. Documentation and control of nonconforming material.
ii. MRB review, evaluation and disposition of nonconforming material.
iii. GE Aviation contractual requirements.
iv. Corrective action requirements.
c. Re-training - Every two (2) years, all Quality and Engineering MRB personnel must
attend a refresher training session, which shall include all items described in the
preceding paragraph.
5. Government Involvement - Since GE Aviation is a contractor with the Department of
Defense (DoD); the suppliers’ applicable DoD agency shall exercise the right to
participate in activity related to nonconforming material control. The degree of
government participation shall be as determined by the applicable DoD agency. The
supplier's organization shall assure that the extent of DoD involvement is incorporated
into the non-conforming material control system.
6. Nonconformance Documentation


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a. The nonconformance record used shall be capable of being utilized for internal MRB
disposition. The nonconformance record may be designed to accommodate both PR
and MRB dispositioning. The nonconformance record may be computerized.
b. Repair Forms - Repair procedures shall either be documented on the

nonconformance document, or for more complex repairs, documented on a form
suitable for the complexity of the repair.
i. Repair Procedure Content - The repair procedure shall document, in detail, the
exact method to be followed during the repair process, (i.e. restrictions or
limitations for use of the repair, related characteristics to be re-inspected after
completion of the repair, tooling, special process inspection or test requirements
and any other special requirements or considerations).
NOTE: Special consideration and instructions must be given to assure that
foreign object damage or contaminants are not introduced into the component
during the repair process.
c. Repair Approvals - Nonconforming items on GE Aviation designed material shall not

be repaired by any method without approval by GE Material Review Board.
Authorization to begin the repair shall consist of the repair status of “RELEASED”
and shall consist of an approved repair sign off in the nonconformance document,
for a specific number of parts, defining a repair method in eNMS. Repair status of
released shall not be granted until the following approvals have been obtained:
i. Approvals for Repair:

a. MRB Engineering Representative
b. MRB Chairperson
c. DoD Representative, when required
d. Supplier technical resource with responsibility for special process(s) that are
referenced in the repair procedure
d. Revisions to Repair Procedures - A revision to a repair procedure after being

approved by MRB and the DoD representative, as applicable, require re-approval by all
signers and/or the certifying agent where applicable. Strictly administrative changes
need not go through the review process but must be signed for by the MRB chairperson.
e. Repair Procedure Limitation - Authorization to perform a repair is limited to the

provisions contained within the repair procedure. Items within the repair procedure are
not to be performed more than once, unless specifically provided for within the repair
procedure document. For example, re-welding a nonconformance more than once,
unless specifically allowed, shall require MRB authorization.
f. When it is determined that product was inadvertently overlooked and was shipped
to the purchaser with nonconformances that were not dispositioned, but which do
not affect the purchaser's requirements, the supplier shall:


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i. Promptly notify the purchaser of the escape; notification must include the
following information and actions:
a. Part number, engine program, quantity, and nomenclature
b. Description of nonconformance
c. Statement of material acceptability for use based on engineering evaluation
or current status of engineering evaluation
d. Serial numbers and ship dates of material
e. Proposed required action by the purchaser
ii. Provide a copy of the internal documentation that dispositions the
nonconforming product to the cognizant GE Aviation Quality Representative.
7. Records shall be maintained of nonconforming material, dispositions, assignable causes,
corrective actions, and effectiveness of corrective action.
XII. GOVERNMENT CONTRACT QUALITY ASSURANCE (GCQA)
A. If Government Contract Quality Assurance applies (as required by the purchase
agreement/order), the supplier shall submit a copy of the approved nonconformance
document to the DoD representative at the time of shipment (for information purposes
only).
Note: This provision does not eliminate DoD approval of the nonconformance document, as
required.
XIII. REVENUE SHARING PARTICIPANTS WITH DESIGN RESPONSIBILITY
A. See S-specification S-477 for nonconformance requirements.


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Sourcing Quality Specification

GE AVIATION QUALITY SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS FOR SUPPLIERS

This specification is in addition to and in no way limiting, superseding, or abrogating any

Core Document – Part A

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