Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Turbofan Engines
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule; request for comments. · Published 2013-01-10 · Effective 2013-01-25 · 78 FR 2197
Document
Document number
2013-00128
Federal Register citation
78 FR 2197
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule; request for comments.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Turbofan
Publication date
2013-01-10
Effective date
2013-01-25
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2012-1350
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) Model Tay 620-15 turbofan engines. This AD requires a one-time inspection of the low-pressure compressor (LPC) fan blades and if erosion is found their replacement before further flight. This AD was prompted by evidence of excessive leading edge erosion of the LPC fan blades on certain Tay 620-15 engines. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the LPC fan blade, which could result in uncontained engine failure and damage to the airplane.