Browse Alternates
1Open Alternate Parts List
Navigate to Masters → Alternate Parts or go to /masters/alternate-parts.
2Columns
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Original Part | The primary part number. |
| Alternate Part | The interchangeable part number. |
| Relationship | Direct Replacement, Functional Equivalent, or Superseded. |
| Remarks | Notes on compatibility or restrictions. |
Search by part number to find all approved alternates for a specific part. The relationship is bidirectional — search either part to find the link.
Add / Edit Alternate
3Alternate Details
Click + Add Alternate or click an existing row to edit.
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Original Part | Yes | Select the primary part (typeahead search by P/N or description). |
| Alternate Part | Yes | Select the substitute part. |
| Relationship | Yes | Direct Replacement, Functional Equivalent, or Superseded. |
| Remarks | No | Notes about compatibility limits (e.g. “valid for Boeing 737 only”). |
Ensure alternate parts have been approved by the OEM or DGCA before adding them. Unauthorized alternates may compromise airworthiness.
4Submit
Click Save. The alternate relationship is created bidirectionally. Both parts will show each other as approved alternates in the parts catalogue and during material issue.
Reference
5Cross-Links
| Action | Guide |
|---|---|
| Browse parts | Parts Catalogue |
| Issue materials | Material Issues |
| Create purchase requests | Purchase Requests |