AD 2012-02-11

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Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc (RR) RB211-535 Series Turbofan Engine

AD Number
2012-02-11
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2009-0994
FR Citation
77 FR 4648

Unsafe Condition

Cracks in the low-pressure (LP) turbine stage 1, 2, and 3 discs could result in an uncontained release of LP turbine blades and damage to the airplane.

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Required Actions

Perform a visual and fluorescent penetrant inspection (FPI) of the LP turbine stage 1, 2, and 3 discs at the next engine shop visit after the effective date. Repeat inspections at each engine shop visit after accumulating 1,500 cycles since the last inspection. Remove cracked discs from service.

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Compliance Time

Within the compliance times specified in the AD, unless already done.

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Affected Aircraft

Rolls-Royce plc RB211-535E4-37, -535E4-B-37, -535E4-B-75, and -535E4-C-37 turbofan engines.

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