AD 68-22-02

final rule
Data completeness: 70%

ALLISON Model 250-C18, 250-C18A, and 250-C10B Engines

AD Number
68-22-02
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
engine
Docket
Unknown
FR Citation
This information is not available.

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
engine Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C10B (T63-A-5A) ALLISON Model 250-C18, 250-C18A, and 250-C10B Engines
engine Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C18 ALLISON Model 250-C18, 250-C18A, and 250-C10B Engines
engine Rolls-Royce Corporation 250-C18A ALLISON Model 250-C18, 250-C18A, and 250-C10B Engines

Unsafe Condition

Compressor assemblies with serial numbers prior to specified limits may experience failure due to insufficient strength, leading to engine failure.

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Required Actions

Modify engines in accordance with Allison Commercial Engine Bulletins 250 CEB-51 and 250 CEB-52. Until modified, restrict N1 rpm to ≤96.5% except during takeoff (limited to 2 minutes), and limit generator load to ≤60 amps above 70% N1 rpm.

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Compliance Time

on or before May 1, 1969

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Affected Aircraft

Rolls-Royce Corporation Model 250-C18 (compressor assemblies serial numbers prior to CAC 21073), Model 250-C18A (compressor assemblies serial numbers prior to CAC 20202), and all Model 250-C10B engines.

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Retrieved: Apr 8, 2026

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