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  • 2025-00207 — Airworthiness Directives; CFM International, S.A. Engines
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1365
    Reading Time:about 16 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule to address a safety issue found in certain CFM International LEAP-1B engines. The problem involves a manufacturing defect in high-pressure compressor seals, which might cause damage to engine components during use. To resolve this, the FAA requires that operators perform specific inspections and replace the affected parts if necessary, to prevent potential engine failure and aircraft damage. These changes will take effect on February 12, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA found that some airplane engines might have a little mistake in how part of them was made, and it could hurt the engine. So, they are telling people to check those parts and fix them if needed to keep the planes safe.

  • 2025-03459 — Airworthiness Directives; CFM International, S.A. Engines
    Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 11116
    Reading Time:about 11 minutes

    The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule introducing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain CFM International LEAP-1 model engines due to a manufacturing issue involving turbine disks with incorrect grain size. This directive mandates the removal and replacement of certain low-pressure turbine disks to prevent potential engine damage and ensure flight safety. Effective April 8, 2025, these actions are required to address any unsafe conditions in affected engines, thus promoting the safe operation of aircraft.

    Simple Explanation

    The FAA is telling planes with certain engines to replace some parts because they aren't made quite right and could break. It's like making sure a bike has strong wheels so it can be safe to ride.