AD 2018-13-07
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Rolls-Royce | plc | Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Occurrences were reported on RR Trent 1000 `Pack B' engines, where some IPC Rotor 1 and Rotor 2 blades were found cracked. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to in-flight blade release, possibly resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane.
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Required Actions
Inspecting the IPC stage 1 rotor blades, IPC stage 2 rotor blades, and IPC stage 2 dovetail posts, and removing any cracked parts from service.
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Affected Aircraft
Rolls-Royce plc, Trent 1000-A, Trent 1000-C, Trent 1000-D, Trent 1000-E, Trent 1000-G, and Trent 1000-H turbofan engine models.
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Retrieved: Apr 4, 2026
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