FAA proposes changes to engine inspection requirements for Rolls-Royce engines
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed a new Airworthiness Directive regarding several models of Rolls-Royce Deutschland engines. An Airworthiness Directive is a legally binding instruction issued by the FAA to correct an unsafe condition in an aircraft or engine.
Why it matters: This is a technical update to maintenance procedures for specific jet engines. It changes how airlines maintain these engines by offering a permanent mechanical fix as an alternative to repeated visual inspections.
Who it affects
- Aircraft manufacturers and airlines using Rolls-Royce Trent 1000 series engines
This information comes from the Federal Aviation Administration via the Federal Register; readers should consult the official document before taking any action regarding engine maintenance.
Agency: Transportation Department, Federal Aviation Administration
Source: Federal Register — read the official document