EASA Regulations for General Electric CF6-80E1

4 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting General Electric CF6-80E1.

EASA AD US-2025-10-11

Engine - High-Pressure Turbine (HPT) Stage 1 and HPT Stage 2 Disks - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2025-10-11 addresses certain General Electric Company Model CF6-80E1A2, CF6-80E1A3, CF6-80E1A4, and CF6-80E1A4/B engines. It mandates the replacement of specific high-pressure turbine (HPT) stage 1 and stage 2 disks identified by part and serial numbers due to manufacturing defects involving iron inclusion. This directive aims to prevent potential uncontained engine failures caused by premature disk fracture.

Jun 17, 2025

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EASA AD US-2023-18-04

Forward Outer Seals, High Pressure Turbine Rotor Stage 1 Discs and Rotating Seals - Replacement

The Federal Aviation Administration's Airworthiness Directive 2023-18-04 mandates replacement of certain forward outer seals, high-pressure turbine rotor (HPTR) stage 1 disks, and rotating seals on General Electric Company Model CF6-80E1A2, CF6-80E1A3, CF6-80E1A4, and CF6-80E1A4/B engines. This directive addresses parts suspected to contain iron inclusion, which could reduce material strength and fatigue life. The directive aims to prevent uncontained engine failures and potential damage to aircraft.

Oct 13, 2023

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EASA AD US-2020-22-02

Engine Fuel and Control - Hydromechanical Unit - Removal / Replacement

Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-22-02 is a final rule addressing all General Electric Company CF6-80C2 and CF6-80E1 model turbofan engines equipped with a specific hydromechanical unit (HMU). The directive mandates the removal and replacement of the HMU due to fuel coking in the HMU fuel metering valve electro-hydraulic servo valves, which has caused tailpipe fires. This AD aims to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines.

Oct 30, 2020

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EASA AD US-2020-13-08

Engine - High Pressure Compressor Case - Inspection

The Federal Aviation Administration Airworthiness Directive 2020-13-08 is a final rule addressing General Electric Company CF6-80E1A1, -80E1A2, -80E1A3, -80E1A4, and -80E1A4/B model turbofan engines. It mandates updated inspections of the high-pressure compressor (HPC) cases, specifically parts 1509M97G07 and 2083M69G03, to enhance safety and prevent engine failures. This directive updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section of the GE Engine Manual GEK99376 and the operator's continuous airworthiness maintenance program.

Jul 8, 2020

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