AD 2000-12-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Pratt & Whitney | PW4000 Series | Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney PW4000 Series Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of critical life-limited rotating engine parts, including HPT airseals and hubs, could result in an uncontained engine failure and damage to the airplane.
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Required Actions
Inspect selected critical life-limited rotating components in the HPT rotor at each piece-part exposure. Revise the Time Limits Section of the manufacturer's Engine Manual to include these enhanced inspection procedures.
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Compliance Time
Within 90 days after publication of the AD.
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Affected Aircraft
Pratt & Whitney PW4000 Series Turbofan Engines covered by three Type Certificates.
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Retrieved: Apr 6, 2026
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