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Aircrafts have to be maintained and repaired regularly to avoid loss of life and for them to run efficiently. Maintenance usually involves servicing and the replacement of obsolete and worn parts. Aircraft spare parts have to be genuine because counterfeit parts not only pose intellectual property and trademark infringement problems, but they can also lead to loss of life. Be they used spare parts or OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) spare parts, there are several tips that will help you get genuine spare parts.

If you want quality aircraft spare parts, ensure that the part is made for the aircraft model to prevent compatibility issues. Do not force any part into place. If it does not fit, consider going for one from another manufacturer or have one that is custom made. Go for parts that come with extended warranties. The parts should be made from high quality materials and the best technologies and manufacturing methods should be used. The supplier should also provide a money-back guarantee. If you are going for life limited parts (LLPs) or time controlled parts, ensure that they come with the relevant documentation. You should then check the life history, do a ‘back-to-birth’ trace, do a module serial number trace, do an aircraft or engine serial number trace, and get the non-incident statement from the last operator.

Do not go for parts from the first aircraft spare parts supplier you come across. The supplier you go for should be recognized by your civil aviation authority (the equivalents of the UK Civil Aviation Authority and the FAA (Federal Airport Authority) in the U.S.) The supplier should also have such approvals as the BSI/ISO approvals and the JAR 145 approval. Test the spare parts you buy before installing them. The best spare parts are those from well-established manufacturers since you will be assured of quality. You could get tips on quality spare parts from independent reviews in aviation magazines and review websites, from online discussion forums, and from other online resources. Consider enlisting the services of such professionals as aeronautical engineers to help you get tips on the best manufacturers and suppliers and to do the testing.