AD 2000-08-11
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | General Electric | Company CF6-6 | Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company CF6-6, CF6-45, and CF6-50 Series Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of critical life-limited rotating engine parts, specifically the high pressure turbine rotor (HPTR) Stage 1 and 2 disks, could result in an uncontained engine failure and damage to the airplane.
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Required Actions
Revise the airworthiness limitations section in the manufacturer's manual to incorporate additional eddy current inspections (ECI) for the HPTR Stage 1 and 2 disks. Modify the air carrier's approved continuous airworthiness maintenance program to include these new inspection procedures.
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Compliance Time
Within 180 days after publication of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
General Electric Company CF6-6, CF6-45, and CF6-50 series turbofan engines.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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