FAA Proposes New Airworthiness Directive for Pratt & Whitney Turbofan Engines

Summary

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Pratt & Whitney (PW) models PW2037, PW2037(M), and PW2040 turbofan engines, requiring inspections of high-pressure turbine (HPT) 2nd stage hubs to detect cracks and prevent potential uncontained releases of turbine blades and blade retention lugs.