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AD FAA-2017-0816

Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines

Summary

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Rolls-Royce plc (RR) RB211-Trent 970-84 and RB211-Trent 972-84 turbofan engines. This AD requires an inspection of the drains mast. This AD was prompted by cracks found in the transition duct area of the drains mast. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

Directive Details

AD Number

FAA-2017-0816

Document Number

2017-24156

Type

Rule

Publication Date

November 7, 2017

Effective Date

November 22, 2017

Affected Manufacturer

Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan

Criticality

routine

Emergency

Docket ID

Docket No. FAA-2017-0816

Topics

Air transportationAircraftAviation safetyIncorporation by referenceSafety

Official Documents

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