ATA Specification 106, Revision 2001.1, provides practical guidance for aviation organizations that source, evaluate, certify, and maintain aircraft parts and materials. This 41-page PDF includes industry definitions, approved-source and parts-qualification guidance, documentation expectations for new, used, surplus, repaired, rebuilt, overhauled, inspected, and modified parts, and sample certification forms.
The document supports consistent review of part status, eligibility, airworthiness information, maintenance records, traceability, supplier documentation, and related certification evidence. It is intended for airlines, aircraft operators, manufacturers, distributors, repair stations, brokers, engineering teams, quality departments, and aviation supply-chain professionals.
Application Scope: Use as a reference for aviation parts procurement, supplier qualification, quality assurance, certification review, records management, and airworthiness documentation. Users remain responsible for determining and complying with applicable regulations, standards, and operational requirements.
