AD 2011-09-11

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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 Series Airplanes Equipped With Pratt and Whitney Engines

AD Number
2011-09-11
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2011-0026
FR Citation
76 FR 24354

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 Series Airplanes Equipped With Pratt and Whitney Engines

Unsafe Condition

Hydraulic fluid contamination of the interior of the strut disconnect assembly can cause cracking of titanium parts in the system disconnect assembly, resulting in compromise of the engine firewall.

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Required Actions

Perform a general visual inspection for hydraulic fluid contamination of the interior of the strut disconnect assembly. If contamination is found, conduct a detailed inspection for discrepancies. If discrepancies like hydraulic fluid coking or heat discoloration are found, perform a detailed inspection of the exterior of the strut disconnect assembly for cracks. Take corrective action as necessary.

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Compliance Time

Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD.

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Affected Aircraft

The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 series airplanes equipped with Pratt and Whitney engines, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0024, Revision 1, dated November 4, 2010.

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