Airworthiness Directives; International Aero Engines AG Turbofan Engines
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2016-09-22 · Effective 2016-10-27 · 81 FR 65265
Document
Document number
2016-22703
Federal Register citation
81 FR 65265
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
International Aero
Publication date
2016-09-22
Effective date
2016-10-27
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-5392
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain International Aero Engines AG (IAE) V2500-A1 turbofan engines. This AD was prompted by a report of an uncontainment caused by a high-pressure turbine (HPT) seal release. This AD requires removing the HPT No. 4 bearing front seal seat, part numbers (P/Ns) 2A0066, 2A1998, and 2A3432, and the HPT No. 4 bearing rear seal seat, P/Ns 2A0067, 2A1999, and 2A3433, and replacing them with parts eligible for installation. This AD also requires inspecting the HPT rotor and stator assembly, and, if necessary, their replacement with parts that are eligible for installation. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the HPT stage 2 seals, uncontained HPT seal release, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane.