Airworthiness Directive Targets Rolls-Royce BR700

The FAA is adopting an airworthiness directive for all Rolls-Royce Deutschland BR700-725A1-12 turbofans. The AD requires removal of affected fuel metering units on the BR700-725A1-12. This AD was prompted by reports of wear on the receptors of the double-ended unions in the FMU housing on BR700-725A1-12s causing fuel leakage. The AD is intended to prevent failure of the FMU, which could lead to damage in one or more engines and damage to the airplane. The AD becomes effective July 17.