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AD/CF6/16 - Fuel Manifold Support Bracket

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This is an Airworthiness Directive (a mandatory safety compliance order) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

What it does Requires airlines and aircraft operators to replace the fuel manifold systems on specific General Electric jet engines (the CF6-80C2 series).

Who it affects Any Australian operator running aircraft with CF6-80C2 engines—these are commonly found on Boeing 747, 767, and Airbus A300/A310 aircraft.

Why it matters Cracks were discovered in fuel manifolds during regular operations. If not fixed, these cracks could leak fuel and cause an engine fire, leading to significant damage and safety risks.

How to comply Operators must carry out the replacement work following the exact technical instructions in a United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) directive (AD 90-26-01). The Australian directive essentially adopts the US safety standard to ensure consistency with international aviation safety requirements.

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COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 106 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY

SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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AD/CF6/16 Fuel Manifold Support Bracket 3/91

Applicability: CF6-80C2 Series.

Requirement: Replace fuel manifold systems in accordance with the technical requirements of FAA AD 90-26-01 Amdt 39-6810.

Note: GE SB 73-053 Rev. 3 refers.

Compliance: As specified in the Requirement Document.

Background: The FAA AD was prompted by a fuel manifold found cracked in service within the present life limit. The condition, if not corrected could result in an engine fire and significant aircraft damage.

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