Rolls-Royce Engines Get FAA's Tighter Maintenance Tune-Up
Published Date: 3/13/2025
Rule
Summary
If you operate Rolls-Royce Trent7000-72 or Trent7000-72C engines, this new rule updates your engine maintenance plans with stricter checks and limits to keep things safe. It replaces an earlier rule with even tougher tasks and deadlines based on the latest manufacturer info. Operators need to update their programs soon to avoid safety risks and keep their engines flying smoothly.
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Stricter Engine Maintenance Requirements
If you operate Rolls‑Royce Trent7000‑72 or Trent7000‑72C engines, the FAA now requires you to revise the airworthiness limitations section (ALS) of your approved engine maintenance or inspection program. This AD supersedes AD 2024‑06‑06 and requires you to incorporate new or more restrictive tasks, limitations, and the associated thresholds and intervals for life‑limited parts as specified in the incorporated EASA AD to address an unsafe condition.
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