AD 73-10-01
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | Rolls-Royce plc | RB211-22B-02 | ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines |
| engine | Rolls-Royce plc | RB211-22B/MOD 72-8700 | ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines |
| engine | Rolls-Royce plc | RB211-22C-02 | ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines |
Unsafe Condition
Improper VIGV scheduling due to binding of the variable inlet guide vanes master ram feedback control linkage.
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Required Actions
Remove existing connecting rod Part No. 754/2/27340 and install serviceable modified connecting rod Part No. 754/2/30438 in accordance with Plessey Aerospace Service Bulletin IGV 75-1 Rev 1 or an FAA-approved equivalent. Alternatively, rework and reinstall serviceable connecting rod Part No. 754/2/27340 following the same service bulletin or FAA-approved equivalent.
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Compliance Time
At the next disassembly of an engine for cause, after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished.
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Affected Aircraft
Rolls-Royce (1971) LTD RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 engines on Lockheed L-1011 airplanes.
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Federal Register Abstract
VIGV Scheduling
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AD Final Rules - DRS_73-10-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 73-10-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines Subject: VIGV Scheduling Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 05/08/1973 Make: Rolls-Royce plc Model: RB211-22B-02 | RB211-22B/MOD 72-8700 | RB211-22C-02 Product Type: Engine Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 73-10-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-1633 AD NUMBER: 73-10-01 SUBJECT HEADING: ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective May 8, 1973. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 73-10-01 ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD: Amendment 39-1633. Applies to Rolls Royce RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 engines on Lockheed L-1011 airplanes. Compliance is required as indicated. To prevent improper VIGV scheduling due to binding of the variable inlet guide vanes master ram feedback control linkage accomplish the following: At the next disassembly of an engine for cause, after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, remove existing connecting rod Part No. 754/2/27340 from the Variable Inlet Guide Vane Control and - (a) Install serviceable modified connecting rod Part No. 754/2/30438 in accordance with Plessey Aerospace Service Bulletin Number IGV 75-1 Revision 1, dated May 22, 1972 or an FAA-approved equivalent; or (b) Rework and reinstall serviceable connecting rod Part No. 754/2/27340 in accordance with Plessey Aerospace Service Bulletin Number IGV 75-1 Revision 1, dated May 22, 1972 or an FAA-approved equivalent. This amendment becomes effective May 8, 1973. FOOTER:
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AD Final Rules - DRS_73-10-01.html Copy URL Print/Save as PDF Document Versions Feedback Details AD Number: 73-10-01 Document Type: AD Final Rules Docket Number: Unknown Subject Heading: ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines Subject: VIGV Scheduling Status: Current Citation: This information is not available. Citation Publish Date: Effective Date: 05/08/1973 Make: Rolls-Royce plc Model: RB211-22B-02 | RB211-22B/MOD 72-8700 | RB211-22C-02 Product Type: Engine Product Subtype: Affected AD: Superseded AD: Affected By: Superseded By: Service/Office: Office of Primary Responsibility: CFR Part Reference: Part 39 Comments: Updated RGL applicability to match AD applicability; CAR C-11-185 AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FINAL RULES: 73-10-01 CITATION: This information is not available. PAGE NUMBER: DOCKET NUMBER: Unknown AMENDMENT: 39-1633 AD NUMBER: 73-10-01 SUBJECT HEADING: ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD Models RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 Engines ACTION: SUMMARY: DATES: Effective May 8, 1973. ADDRESSES: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: REGULATORY TEXT: 73-10-01 ROLLS ROYCE (1971) LTD: Amendment 39-1633. Applies to Rolls Royce RB 211-22-02 and RB 211-22-02/10 engines on Lockheed L-1011 airplanes. Compliance is required as indicated. To prevent improper VIGV scheduling due to binding of the variable inlet guide vanes master ram feedback control linkage accomplish the following: At the next disassembly of an engine for cause, after the effective date of this AD, unless already accomplished, remove existing connecting rod Part No. 754/2/27340 from the Variable Inlet Guide Vane Control and - (a) Install serviceable modified connecting rod Part No. 754/2/30438 in accordance with Plessey Aerospace Service Bulletin Number IGV 75-1 Revision 1, dated May 22, 1972 or an FAA-approved equivalent; or (b) Rework and reinstall serviceable connecting rod Part No. 754/2/27340 in accordance with Plessey Aerospace Service Bulletin Number IGV 75-1 Revision 1, dated May 22, 1972 or an FAA-approved equivalent. This amendment becomes effective May 8, 1973. FOOTER:
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