AD 2008-11-16
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Rolls-Royce | plc (RR) RB211 Trent 500 Series Turbofan | Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc (RR) RB211 Trent 500 Series Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Uncontained loss of IPC stage 1 blades, which could result in damage to the airplane.
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Required Actions
Remove IPC drums, part number FK30102, from the specified engine models. Reduce the cyclic life limit for all other IPC drums, P/N FK30102.
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Compliance Time
Before further flight.
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Affected Aircraft
Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 500 Series turbofan engines, including models 553-61, 553A2-61, 556-61, 556A2-61, 556B-61, 556B2-61, 560-61, and 560A2-61, with intermediate pressure compressor (IPC) drums, part number FK30102.
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