AD 2003-22-14
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Fokker | F | Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Models Tay 650-15 and 651-54 Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Fan blade failures, which can result in an uncontained engine failure, engine fire, and damage to the airplane.
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Required Actions
Perform initial and repetitive ultrasonic inspections of fan blades for cracks each time an engine is operated inadvertently in reverse thrust within prohibited ranges. If necessary, disposition fan blades and fan discs. Record instances when engines are operated inadvertently in reverse thrust within prohibited ranges.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight
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Affected Aircraft
Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG models Tay 650-15 and 651-54 turbofan engines with specific fan blades and fan discs installed, as detailed in the AD. These engines are installed on, but not limited to, Fokker Model F.28 Mark 0100 and Boeing 727-100 series airplanes modified with Supplemental Type Certificate SA8472SW.
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