Position codes
A position code is a code that identifies the position of a part, a component, or an assembly on an aircraft or piece of equipment. You associate position codes with component codes to identify the position of a component on an aircraft or piece of equipment.
You can associate position codes with component codes in the Component Codes application. For example, an undercarriage assembly might have a component code or ATA code of 32-10 and the position codes of port and starboard, left and right.
A position code can be referenced as the parent of another position code and by other records, such as work orders, purchase orders, and job cards. You can delete a position code only if it is not referenced by an active record.
Position code hierarchies
You can organize position codes into hierarchies to reflect the positions of various components in an assembly. To create hierarchies, you specify parent and child position codes. If you create hierarchies, it is helpful to use a lettering or numbering scheme for position codes. Use a numbering scheme that reflects the hierarchical organization.
Position code hierarchy view
To view position code hierarchies, click Open Drilldown in the Position Codes application or on the Detail menu of a Position Code or Belongs To field. In the Position Codes Drilldown window, you can navigate the hierarchy and select a position code for the field.