Unscheduled Engine Replacement Authorization - Bird Strike Damage

1. Section 1: Aircraft & Powerplant Identification

Critical identification data for aircraft and both damaged and replacement powerplants. All fields are essential for traceability and regulatory compliance.

 

Aircraft Registration/Tail Number

Aircraft Manufacturer and Model

Engine Position Affected

Damaged Engine Serial Number

Damaged Engine Total Flight Hours

Damaged Engine Total Cycles

Replacement Engine Serial Number

Replacement Engine Total Flight Hours

Replacement Engine Total Cycles

Engine Type/Model (Both Units)

Date/Time of Bird Strike Incident (UTC)

Flight Number at Time of Incident

Flight Phase When Strike Occurred

Pilot Incident Report Summary

Maintenance Lead Name and License Number

Assigned Inspector Name and License Number

Maintenance Facility/Hangar Code

2. Section 2: Damage Inspection & Borescope Assessment Findings

Comprehensive documentation of foreign object damage assessment. Borescope inspection must cover all engine modules per manufacturer guidelines. All findings must be recorded with precise locations and measurements.

 

Bird Strike Details - Species/Size and Impact Location

Was the engine shut down immediately post-strike?

 

Time elapsed between strike and shutdown (seconds)

 

Explain operational necessity for continued operation and monitoring parameters

Post-incident boroscopic inspection performed within 24 hours?

 

Inspection Date/Time (UTC)

 

Justification for inspection delay and risk mitigation measures

Borescope Equipment Serial Number and Last Calibration Date

 

Fan Section Assessment (Station 0-2): Inspect all fan blades, spinner, and inlet guide vanes for impact damage, cracks, or deformation.

 

Fan Blade Damage Classification

Metallic debris detected in fan section?

 

Debris description, quantity, and exact location found

Fan Section Detailed Findings and Measurements

 

Compressor Section Assessment (Station 3-9): Inspect all compressor stages for foreign object damage, blade tip clearance, and axial/radial blade play.

 

Compressor Stage Damage Summary

No Damage

Minor (<5% blade count)

Moderate (5-15% blade count)

Severe (>15% blade count)

Unserviceable

LPC Stage 1-3

LPC Stage 4-6

HPC Stage 7-9

Compressor blade tip rub detected?

 

Describe location, severity, and estimated material loss

 

Combustion Section Assessment (Station 10-11): Inspect combustion liners, fuel nozzles, and transition ducts for burning, cracking, or foreign object impact.

 

Combustion Section Condition

 

Turbine Section Assessment (Station 12-15): Inspect all turbine stages for blade condition, tip clearance, and thermal damage.

 

Turbine Blade Condition Assessment

Serviceable

Minor coating loss

Tip curl/deformation

Crack indications

Unserviceable

HPT Stage 1 blades

HPT Stage 2 blades

LPT Stage 1 blades

LPT Stage 2-5 blades

Oil contamination with metallic particles detected?

 

Particle size, quantity, and suspected source location

Vibration survey performed post-incident?

 

Maximum vibration value recorded (units)

Summary of Unserviceable Components Requiring Replacement

Does damage exceed allowable limits per manufacturer AMM?

 

Engineering evaluation reference number and summary of repair assessment

Upload Borescope Images and Video Files (All findings must be documented)

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I confirm that borescope inspection covers all mandatory zones per engine manufacturer maintenance manual

3. Section 3: Replacement Powerplant Airworthiness & Installation Checklist

Verification of replacement engine airworthiness status and comprehensive installation checklist. All torque values must be recorded and within specified limits.

 

Replacement engine received with valid maintenance release certificate?

 

Explain airworthiness verification process and reference documents

Replacement Engine Last Shop Visit Date

Engine Shop Visit Workscope Number

All mandatory service bulletins and airworthiness directives complied with on replacement engine?

 

List outstanding ADs/SBs and mitigation plan

Replacement Engine QEC Kit Part Number and Serial Number

Pre-installation engine preservation status verified satisfactory?

 

Describe preservation deficiencies and corrective actions

 

Installation Torque Verification: All critical fasteners must be torqued using calibrated equipment. Record actual values and tool calibration dates.

 

Critical Fastener Torque Log

Fastener Location/Part Number

Torque Wrench ID/Serial

Wrench Cal Due Date

Specified Torque Value

Actual Torque Applied

Torque Within Tolerance?

A
B
C
D
E
F
1
Engine Mount Forward Bolt #1
TW-001
8/15/2025
450
448
Yes
2
Engine Mount Aft Bolt #2
TW-001
8/15/2025
450
452
Yes
3
Pylon Attach Bolt #3
TW-002
9/1/2025
380
381
Yes
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I confirm all torque wrenches used were within calibration date and torque values recorded

Engine System Connections Verified (Select all completed)

Engine oil system serviced with correct type and quantity?

 

Explain oil servicing discrepancy

Oil Type and Part Number Used

Engine fuel system purged of air and contamination?

 

Describe fuel system contamination and corrective actions

Thrust reverser actuation test performed successfully?

 

Describe reverser test failures and corrective actions

Engine installed with required witness/inspector present?

 

Justify absence of required inspection and reference approved procedure

Upload Installation Photographs (Minimum: 4 sides, pylon interface, critical connections)

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I certify that replacement engine installation complies with all applicable airworthiness requirements and manufacturer specifications

4. Section 4: Ground Run-Up & Flight Systems Recalibration Log

Comprehensive ground run-up to verify engine performance and recalibrate integrated aircraft systems. All parameters must be within manufacturer-specified limits before flight release.

 

Ground Run-Up Test Date/Time (UTC)

Ground Run-Up Test Engineer Name and License

Ground Run-Up Type Performed

Ambient Temperature and Pressure Altitude

Pre-run leak check performed and passed?

 

Describe leaks found and corrective actions

 

Engine Performance Parameters - Record all values at stabilized conditions

 

Engine Run-Up Parameter Log

Power Setting

N1 (%)

N2 (%)

EGT (°C)

Oil Pressure (psi)

Vibration (units)

Within Limits?

A
B
C
D
E
F
G
1
Ground Idle
22
58
420
45
0.2
Yes
2
Takeoff Power
98
101
890
65
0.8
Yes
3
Max Continuous
95
98
860
62
0.7
Yes
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Engine reached rated takeoff thrust without anomalies?

 

Describe performance shortfall or anomalies

Thrust reverser deployment and stowage functions normally?

 

Describe reverser malfunction during run-up

Autothrottle system calibration required post-installation?

 

Describe autothrottle rigging adjustments made

FADEC software version compatible and all sensors reading correctly?

 

List FADEC discrepancies and corrective actions

Aircraft Systems Requiring Recalibration (Select all that apply)

Engine bleed air system provides proper pressure and temperature?

 

Describe bleed air system deficiencies

All engine instruments reading correctly on flight deck?

 

List instrument discrepancies

Engine vibration within acceptable limits at all power settings?

 

Describe vibration characteristics and suspected causes

Engine oil system functions normally with no leaks?

 

Describe oil system anomalies

Upload Ground Run-Up Data File (Digital engine monitor dump)

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I confirm ground run-up was performed per manufacturer test procedures and all parameters are within limits

5. Section 5: Chief Maintenance Inspector Clearance Sign-Off

Final verification and airworthiness certification by authorized maintenance inspector. This section confirms all required maintenance actions have been completed satisfactorily and the aircraft is safe for return to service.

 

All sections of this form completed in full?

 

Identify incomplete sections and justification

All mandatory inspections and tests performed and passed?

 

List any outstanding items and risk assessment

Replacement engine logbook entries completed?

 

Describe logbook status

Aircraft maintenance logbook entry completed with correct references?

 

Explain logbook entry status

Weight and balance updated for new engine serial number?

 

Describe W&B update status

Is a test flight required before return to commercial service?

 

Test flight profile and specific checks to be performed

Any operational limitations or monitoring requirements imposed?

 

Detail all operational limitations and monitoring intervals

Clearance Recommendation

Inspector Comments and Additional Notes

Chief Maintenance Inspector Name

Inspector Authorization/License Number

Inspector Clearance Date/Time (UTC)

Chief Maintenance Inspector Digital Signature

I certify that I have personally reviewed all documentation, inspections, and test results, and that the engine replacement has been accomplished in accordance with approved maintenance data and airworthiness requirements. The aircraft is approved for return to service subject to any limitations noted above.

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