What action should be taken when receiving a bad part from FRC/AIMD?

When a bad part is received from Fleet Readiness Center (FRC) or Aviation Intermediate Maintenance Department (AIMD), the appropriate action is to write a discrepancy Maintenance Action Form (MAF) with an "when discovered" code of Y. This procedure ensures that there is an official record of the issue, which is crucial for tracking and accountability. By documenting the discrepancy, maintenance personnel can alert the supply chain and quality control, facilitating a review of the part's quality and potentially preventing future occurrences of similar issues.

Using the "when discovered" code Y indicates that the discrepancy was identified upon receipt of the part. This is essential for maintaining accurate maintenance logs and for data collection purposes, which assists in identifying trends in parts quality and supports overall fleet readiness.

Choosing the other options does not appropriately address the requirement for documentation and accountability. Requesting a replacement without completing the necessary documentation could lead to oversight and similar issues recurring unnoticed. Simply informing a supervisor without filing a report also falls short of the procedural standards that help maintain safety and operational integrity. Storing the part without documentation neglects to capture the issue, which could affect future inspections and reporting.