AD 2016-08-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Rolls-Royce | plc | Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Failure of the LPT support roller bearing, loss of radial position following LPT blade failure, uncontained part release, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane.
Required Actions
Remove from service LPT support roller bearing, P/N LK30313 or P/N UL29651, and replace with a part eligible for installation. Do not install an LPT support roller bearing, P/N LK30313 or P/N UL29651, onto any engine.
Compliance Time
Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, or at the next shop visit, whichever occurs first.
Affected Aircraft
Rolls-Royce plc RB211-22B-02, RB211-22B (MOD 72-8700), RB211-524B-02, RB211-524B-B-02, RB211-524B2-19, RB211-524B2-B-19, RB211-524B3-02, RB211-524B4-02, RB211-524B4-D-02, RB211-524C2-19, RB211-524C2-B-19, RB211-524D4-19, RB211-524D4-B-19, RB211-524D4X-19, RB211-524D4X-B-19, RB211-524D4-39, RB211-524D4-B-39, RB211-524G2-19, RB211-524G3-19, RB211-524-G2-T-19, RB211-524G3-T-19, RB211-524H-36, RB211-524H2-19, RB211-524H-T-36, and RB211-524H2-T-19 turbofan engines, all serial numbers, with low-pressure turbine (LPT) support roller bearing, part number (P/N) LK30313 or P/N UL29651, installed.
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