EASA Regulations for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

29 airworthiness directives and regulations affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900.

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EASA AD 2016-0193R2

Aug 13, 2026

Engine – Low Pressure Turbine Exhaust Case and Support Assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0193R2 is an updated regulation addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the low pressure turbine exhaust case and support assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) of Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive mandates inspections to detect cracks or damage in specific TBH components and outlines corrective actions and optional terminating modifications to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2026-0164

Aug 13, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Engine Time Limits Manual – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2026-0164 is an amendment addressing the time limits and maintenance checks for Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 900 engines, specifically models RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) in the Rolls-Royce Time Limits Manual to ensure mandatory inspections and life limits are correctly applied. It mandates compliance with the revised maintenance tasks and life limits to maintain engine airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA PAD 26-084

Jul 13, 2026

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Engine Time Limits Manual – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive PAD No. 26-084 is a proposed amendment concerning the time limits and maintenance checks for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 engines, specifically models RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive updates the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) within the Rolls-Royce Time Limits Manual Revision 70 to ensure continued airworthiness of these engines. It mandates compliance with new and more restrictive maintenance tasks and life limits to address potential unsafe conditions.

Proposed AD
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2025-0190

Sep 4, 2025

[Correction] Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Seal Panel — Modification / Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0190 is a corrective AD addressing the Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. It mandates modification and inspection of the low pressure turbine (LPT) seal panels to prevent potential cracking and failure. The AD applies to specific LPT seal panel part numbers FW33370, FW52161, and KH20207.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2025-0069

Mar 28, 2025

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Engine Time Limits Manual — Amendment

The Time Limits / Maintenance Checks — Engine Time Limits Manual — Amendment is an update concerning the RB211 Trent 900 engine model manufactured by ROLLS-ROYCE DEUTSCHLAND Ltd & Co KG. This document addresses time limits and maintenance check requirements for these engines, which are commonly used on certain wide-body aircraft. It provides revised guidance to ensure continued airworthiness and operational safety.

AmendmentSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2025-0061

Mar 18, 2025

Engine — Low-Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft — Inspection(s)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0061 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically models Trent 970-84, 970B-84, 972-84, 972B-84, 972E-84, 977-84, 977B-84, and 980-84. It mandates inspections of the low-pressure compressor rotor shaft, part number FW21472, due to reported cracking issues. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness by requiring repetitive inspections and installation restrictions.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2025-0020R1

Jan 22, 2025

Engine — Combustion Rear Inner Case Bolt — Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0020R1 is an updated directive addressing the replacement and modification of combustion rear inner case (CRIC) bolts, Part Number FW82729, on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates repetitive replacement of affected bolts during qualified shop visits and requires a modification of the engine to install an improved CRIC assembly to prevent bolt fractures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2024-0185

Sep 23, 2024

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft — Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0185 is issued for Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections of the intermediate pressure compressor (IPC) rotor shaft, specifically part number FW20677, to detect cracks that could lead to rotor shaft failure and potential engine damage. It includes on-wing and in-shop inspection requirements along with corrective actions if cracks are found.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2024-0039

Feb 8, 2024

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Engine Time Limits Manual – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2024-0039 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 and Trent 970 series engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. This directive mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 900 Time Limits Manual Revision 65 dated 01 October 2023. It ensures continued airworthiness by enforcing life limits and mandatory inspections for critical engine components.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2014-0152R2

Nov 23, 2023

Engine — Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft and Balance Weights — Inspection / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0152R2 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing inspection and modification of the intermediate pressure compressor rotor shaft and balance weights on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 500, 800, and 900 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A340-500, A340-600, Airbus A380, and Boeing 777 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and modifications to detect and correct cracks that could compromise rotor integrity and aircraft safety.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 500
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 800
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A340-500
  • Airbus A340-600
  • Airbus A380
  • Boeing 777

EASA AD 2018-0126R1

Aug 4, 2023

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Disc Seal Fins and Interstage Seals — Inspection / Replacement / Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0126R1 is an updated safety directive addressing inspection, replacement, and modification requirements for the low pressure turbine (LPT) disc seal fins and interstage seals on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections following certain vibration alerts and shop visits, as well as a modification to improve engine safety and reliability.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2012-0260-CN

May 25, 2023

CANCELLED: Engine Oil System — Fuel-to-Oil Heat Exchanger — Replacement [Time Between Overhaul]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0260-CN is a cancellation notice that officially cancels the previous directive EASA AD 2012-0260R1 concerning the replacement of the Fuel-to-Oil Heat Exchanger (FOHE) in Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines. These engines are commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The cancellation confirms that all affected engines have been modified with a serviceable FOHE part, eliminating the previously identified unsafe condition.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2022-0264

Dec 21, 2022

Engine Fuel & Control — Fuel Pump — Replacement (Life Limitation)

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2022-0264 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically the RB211 Trent 970-84, 970B-84, 972-84, 972B-84, 972E-84, 977-84, 977B-84, and 980-84 models. It focuses on the replacement of fuel pumps with part numbers 1703697C, 1703697E, or 1703697G due to life limitations. The directive mandates life limits for these fuel pumps to prevent engine thrust shortfall or insufficient fuel flow during in-flight windmill relight scenarios.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2021-0129R1

May 25, 2022

Engine Fuel & Control — Low Pressure Compressor Case Static P30 Air System — Modification

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0129R1 is a regulatory update addressing the modification of the Low Pressure Compressor Case Static P30 Air System on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates changes to the P30 air system to prevent discrepancies in engine control signals that could affect thrust delivery. It applies to all serial numbers of the specified engine models.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0176

Jul 22, 2021

Engine — Critical Parts — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0176 is an official regulatory document addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically models Trent 970-84, 970B-84, 972-84, 972B-84, and 972E-84. It mandates the removal from service of certain critical engine parts identified by part number and serial number due to incorrect life usage records. The directive aims to ensure continued airworthiness and prevent potential engine failures.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2018-0048R1

Mar 31, 2021

Time Limits / Maintenance Checks – Engine Time Limits Manual – Amendment

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0048R1 is a revision of a previous directive concerning Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 series engines installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. It mandates compliance with updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 900 Time Limits Manual and its Temporary Revision No. 05-01. The directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring replacement of life-limited parts and inspections within specified intervals.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2021-0056

Feb 25, 2021

Engine – Low Pressure Turbine Seal Panel – Inspection / Replacement [Life Limitation]

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2021-0056 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency concerning Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive addresses inspection and replacement requirements for low pressure turbine (LPT) seal panels with specific part numbers to prevent potential failures.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2020-0208

Oct 5, 2020

Engine – Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0208 is issued for Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 900 series engines, specifically the Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 models. The directive addresses inspection requirements for the intermediate pressure compressor rotor shaft, part number FW20677, due to detected cracks in interstage spacers between IPC discs. It mandates repetitive on-wing and in-shop inspections to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness DirectiveSuperseded
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900

EASA AD 2020-0196

Sep 9, 2020

Engine — High Pressure / Intermediate Pressure Bearing Support Assemblies — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0196 is an official regulatory document addressing the removal from service of certain high pressure/intermediate pressure bearing support assemblies in Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected parts to ensure continued airworthiness and safety of the engines and aircraft.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380

EASA AD 2019-0101R1

Aug 20, 2020

Powerplant — Breather Drains Mast Assembly — Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0101R1 is a regulatory update addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the breather drains mast assembly on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, primarily installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive targets specific part numbers FW29847, KH31996, and the improved part KH83453, focusing on preventing cracks that could compromise the engine firewall. It mandates repetitive inspections and eventual replacement with an improved assembly to ensure continued airworthiness.

Airworthiness Directive
  • Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg RB211 TRENT 900
  • Airbus A380