Airworthiness DirectiveSupersededEASA AD 2020-0244

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

Superseded. Comply with 2022-0248, which replaces this document.

Published: Nov 5, 2020
Effective: Nov 19, 2020
Deadline: Nov 19, 2021

Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co Kg TRENT 7000

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What to do

Operators must replace engine components before exceeding the updated life limits and perform all applicable maintenance tasks within specified intervals as detailed in the Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 Time Limits Manual Revision 7. Within 12 months of 19 November 2020, the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme must be revised to incorporate these changes. Any discrepancies found during maintenance must be corrected according to approved Rolls-Royce instructions before further flight.

Summary

EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0244 is an airworthiness directive issued by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency affecting Rolls-Royce Deutschland Trent 7000-72 and Trent 7000-72C engines. It mandates compliance with updated maintenance tasks and life limits as specified in the Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 Time Limits Manual Revision 7 dated 10 July 2020. This directive ensures continued airworthiness by requiring operators to follow the revised maintenance program and replace critical parts within updated life limits.

What changed

This directive introduces updated airworthiness limitations and maintenance instructions for Trent 7000 engines, including revised declared lives of certain critical parts and updated maintenance tasks. It requires operators to incorporate these changes into their approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme within 12 months of the effective date. The directive also clarifies corrective actions to be taken if discrepancies are found during maintenance.

Why it matters

Compliance with EASA Airworthiness Directive 2020-0244 is essential for maintaining the safety and airworthiness of aircraft powered by Trent 7000 engines. It affects operators, maintenance organizations, and compliance teams by mandating updated maintenance tasks and life limits, reducing the risk of unsafe conditions due to component failure. Adhering to this directive helps ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.

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