FAA Targets Tiny Iron Bits in GE Jet Engines for Safety Swap
Published Date: 7/29/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The FAA wants to fix some General Electric jet engines because certain parts might have tiny iron bits that could cause problems. If you own or operate planes with these GE90 engines, you’ll need to replace specific turbine disks to keep flying safely. This change helps prevent engine trouble and keeps everyone safe, with deadlines and costs coming soon.
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Mandatory Replacement of GE90 Turbine Disks
If you own or operate aircraft with GE Model GE90-90B, GE90-94B, GE90-110B1, or GE90-115B engines, the FAA proposes you must replace certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) stage 1 and HPT stage 2 disks made from powder metal suspected to contain iron inclusion. The proposed airworthiness directive requires replacing those affected disks with parts eligible for installation to address the unsafe condition and keep the engines safe to fly.
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