Engine – Low Pressure Compressor Blades – Removal from Service
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What to do
Operators must remove affected low pressure compressor blades from service before exceeding specified cycles or within defined compliance times, as detailed in the directive. During shop visits, affected parts with limited remaining life must be replaced with serviceable parts. Installation of affected parts on any engine is prohibited from specified reference dates, except for temporary reinstallation during a single maintenance event on the same engine.
Summary
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0288R1 is an updated regulatory requirement addressing the removal from service of certain low pressure compressor blades installed on Rolls-Royce Deutschland RB211 Trent 700 engines, commonly found on Airbus A330 aircraft. The directive identifies specific part numbers and serial numbers of affected compressor blades that have undergone non-conforming repairs, posing a risk of blade cracking and potential engine failure. It mandates inspections, removal, and replacement of these parts to ensure continued airworthiness.
What changed
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2025-0288R1 revises the previous AD 2025-0288 by clarifying the allowance for removal and reinstallation of affected parts on the same engine during a single maintenance activity, removing the restriction that reinstallation must be in the original position. It also retains prior requirements and expands the list of affected parts requiring removal from service.
Why it matters
This directive is critical for aviation professionals as it addresses a safety risk related to low pressure compressor blades that could lead to engine failure, in-flight shutdown, or uncontained debris release. Operators and maintenance organizations must comply to prevent potential unsafe conditions and ensure regulatory compliance, thereby maintaining aircraft safety and operational reliability.
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