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.

EASA AD 2020-0041

Feb 28, 2020

Engine – Intermediate Pressure Compressor Rotor Shaft – Inspection

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0041 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines. It addresses inspection requirements for the intermediate pressure compressor rotor shaft, part number FW20677, due to detected cracks that could lead to rotor shaft failure and potential damage to the aircraft. The directive mandates specific inspections and corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

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

EASA AD 2020-0018

Feb 4, 2020

Engine Fuel & Control — Hydro-mechanical Metering Units — Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0018 is an official directive addressing the removal from service of certain hydro-mechanical metering units (HMU) installed on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly found on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates replacement of affected HMUs due to a risk of fuel valve jamming caused by manufacturing tool markings. This AD ensures continued airworthiness and safe operation of the affected engines.

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

EASA AD 2020-0003

Jan 9, 2020

Engine Fuel & Control – Hydro-mechanical Metering Units – Removal from Service

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0003 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG RB211 Trent 970-84, Trent 972-84, and Trent 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive addresses the removal from service of certain hydro-mechanical metering units (HMU) with specific part numbers and serial numbers due to a safety concern. It mandates replacement of affected HMUs to ensure continued airworthiness and safe engine operation.

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

EASA AD 2019-0230

Sep 20, 2019

[Correction] Engine — Oil Service Pipe Sealing Rings — Inspection / Replacement / Modification / Rework

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0230 is a regulatory document addressing inspection, replacement, modification, and rework of oil service pipe sealing rings on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive targets high pressure/intermediate pressure support structure oil service tube buffer sealing rings with Part Number FW64487 to prevent potential engine failures. It mandates life limits, inspections, and modifications to ensure continued airworthiness and safety.

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

EASA AD 2019-0113

May 24, 2019

Engine Fuel & Control — Engine Electronic Control Software — Update

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2019-0113 is an official directive addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates an update to the engine electronic controller (EEC) software to version 12.3 or later to enhance safety. This update targets the intermediate pressure turbine over-speed system to prevent potential engine failures.

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

EASA AD 2018-0199

Sep 26, 2018

Engine – Oil Service Pipe Sealing Rings – Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0199 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive focuses on the replacement and life limitation of high pressure/intermediate pressure support structure oil service tube buffer sealing rings with Part Number FW64487 to prevent potential engine failures.

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

EASA AD 2018-0185

Aug 29, 2018

Powerplant – Drains Mast – Inspection / Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0185 is an airworthiness directive addressing Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections and potential replacement of specific drains mast parts to prevent cracks that could compromise the engine fire wall. This directive ensures continued airworthiness and safety of affected engines by requiring repetitive inspections and corrective actions.

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

EASA AD 2018-0121

Jun 1, 2018

Engine — Low Pressure Turbine Blades — Replacement

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2018-0121 is an official directive addressing the replacement of low pressure turbine blades on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 970-84, 972-84, and 972E-84 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspection and replacement of affected turbine blades that were subject to cleaning with OMat 198 during overhaul. This AD aims to prevent engine failures caused by internal corrosion leading to uncommanded in-flight engine shutdowns.

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

EASA AD 2016-0193R1

Feb 28, 2018

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

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0193R1 is an updated regulatory document addressing inspection and replacement requirements for the Low Pressure Turbine Exhaust Case and Support Assembly (Tail Bearing Housing) on Rolls-Royce RB211 Trent 900 engines, commonly installed on Airbus A380 aircraft. The directive mandates inspections to detect cracks and damage in specific turbine components and outlines corrective actions to ensure continued airworthiness.

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