EASA AD US-2018-09-05
AFM Change - Operational Limitations
Federal Register Volume 83, Number 81 (April 26, 2018) Final Rule Airworthiness Directive 2018-09-05 addresses Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes powered by Rolls-Royce Trent 1000-A2, AE2, C2, CE2, D2, E2, G2, H2, J2, K2, and L2 turbofan engines. This directive mandates revising the airplane flight manual (AFM) to impose limitations on extended operations (ETOPS) to reduce the risk of intermediate pressure compressor blade failures during high thrust settings after an engine failure. The AD aims to enhance flight safety by preventing potential dual engine failures during ETOPS diversions.