Parts Pending discrepancies must have a non - flight - essential part requisitioned and a part requisition number must be provided within ___.

• A. 24 hours
• B. 48 hours
• C. 1 week
• D. 72 hours

Answer: (D)

When a discrepancy is found that requires a part not currently on hand, it falls under Parts Pending. For those cases where the missing item is non-flight-essential, the procedure is to requisition the part and assign a part requisition number within 72 hours. This keeps maintenance moving, gives supply a workable window to locate or order the part, and provides clear traceability for the requisition. The 72-hour window balances the realities of procurement with the need to avoid delaying the job; shorter windows (like 24 or 48 hours) can be impractical for some parts, while waiting a full week would stall progress.