AD 2005-10-05
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | CFM | International CFM56-5 | Airworthiness Directives; CFM International CFM56-5, -5B, and -5C Series Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Failures of uncontained air turbine starters where high-energy particles were not contained within the containment feature of the starter.
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Required Actions
Remove any air turbine starter with specified part numbers from service at the next shop visit, but no later than December 31, 2009. Do not install any unreworked or unremarked air turbine starters with specified part numbers after the effective date.
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Compliance Time
Within 4 years and 6 months of the effective date (December 31, 2009).
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Affected Aircraft
CFM International CFM56-5, -5B, and -5C series turbofan engines with air turbine starters, part numbers VIN 3505582-24 through VIN 3505582-62, installed on, but not limited to, Airbus A319, A320, A321, and A340 airplanes.
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