AD 2003-10-02
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Rolls-Royce | plc RB211 Series | Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc RB211 Series Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Statistical analysis by the manufacturer indicates premature bearing failures in the low pressure (LP) compressor location bearing assembly and intermediate pressure (IP) compressor location bearing, which could lead to LP compressor failure and uncontained disc failures.
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Required Actions
Replace the existing low pressure (LP) compressor location bearing assembly, intermediate pressure (IP) compressor location bearing, IP compressor bearing support housing, IP compressor rear stub shaft, LP compressor location bearing support, oil transfer connector assembly, hydraulic oil seal housing, and hydraulic oil seal with improved design parts.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Rolls-Royce plc RB211-524C2-19 and RB211-524C2-B-19 series turbofan engines.
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