AD 2017-22-13

final rule
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Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines

AD Number
2017-22-13
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2017-0816
FR Citation
82 FR 51550

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Rolls-Royce plc Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines

Unsafe Condition

Cracks found in the transition duct area of the drains mast, which is part of the firewall in Zone 1, could lead to a breach of the firewall and an uncontrolled fire, potentially resulting in reduced control of the aircraft.

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Required Actions

Inspect the drains mast for cracks. Replace the drains mast if cracks are found.

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Compliance Time

Before further flight

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Affected Aircraft

Rolls-Royce plc RB211-Trent 970-84 and RB211-Trent 972-84 turbofan engines with drains mast, part number (P/N) KH31996, installed.

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