AD 2001-02-12

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Airworthiness Directives; CFM International (CFMI) Model CFM56-7B Turbofan Engines

AD Number
2001-02-12
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. 2001-NE-03-AD
FR Citation
66 FR 8165

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft CFM International (CFMI) Model CFM56-7B Turbofan Airworthiness Directives; CFM International (CFMI) Model CFM56-7B Turbofan Engines

Unsafe Condition

Incorrectly torqued fittings of the PS3 pressure line could result in air leakage, leading to engine power loss.

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Required Actions

Inspect and apply correct torque to all PS3 pressure line fittings identified as Joint 1, Joint 2, Joint 3, Joint 4, Joint 5, and Joint 6. Torque values are specified for each joint.

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Compliance Time

Within 25 days after the effective date of the AD.

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Affected Aircraft

CFM International (CFMI) Model CFM56-7B turbofan engines, except for engines with serial numbers DAC 876-747 and higher, and SAC 888-XXX and 889-XXX: 166-168, 172-173, 175-178, 180 and higher. These engines are installed on, but not limited to, Boeing 737NG airplanes.

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