✈️FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive for International Aero Engines AG
Airworthiness Directives; International Aero Engines AG Engines
Summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain International Aero Engines AG (IAE AG) Model V2522-A5, V2524- A5, V2525-D5, V2527-A5, V2527E-A5, V2527M-A5, V2528-D5, V2530-A5, V2531-E5, and V2533-A5 engines. This AD was prompted by a manufacturer investigation that revealed a quality escape following angled ultrasonic inspections (AUSIs) performed on certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) 1st-stage hubs and HPT 2nd-stage hubs. This AD requires removal and replacement of certain HPT 1st-stage hubs and HPT 2nd-stage hubs. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Agencies
- Transportation Department
- Federal Aviation Administration
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The regulation establishes mandatory compliance with airworthiness directives affecting specific engine models, imposing significant maintenance costs on operators. Businesses will face financial implications due to required replacements and compliance checks to address safety standards, thus impacting operations.