FAA Issues Airworthiness Directive for Pratt & Whitney JT8D-209, -217, -217A, -217C, and -219 Series Turbofan Engines

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is issuing an airworthiness directive (AD) to address issues with the Pratt & Whitney JT8D-209, -217, -217A, -217C, and -219 series turbofan engines, following nine reports of failure of Tinidur material LPT-to-exhaust case bolts since 2005. The new directive requires inspections, replacements, and installations to prevent turbine blade failures and potential damage to the airplane.