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GENX-1B Workscope Planning Guide Rev 8.2
GENX-1B Workscope Planning Guide Rev 8.2
GENX-1B Workscope Planning Guide Rev 8.2
Rev 8 Jul-17
Revision: 8.2 (Jul-17)
GEK 114098
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• Rev 1 February 2011 – Initial release of the GEnx Workscope Planning Guide
• Rev 2 September 2011
• Rev 3 June 2012
• Rev 4 May 2013
• Rev 5 May 2014
• Rev 6 July 2014
• Rev 7 July 2015
o Introduced a 14,000 hour soft life to the main fuel pump
• Rev 7.1 July 27 2015
o Introduced SB 72-0266 and 72-0275 to Q/T activity
• Rev 7.2 June 01 2016
o Add SB 72-0154 1B/P2 Hardware release collector Bulletin
o Add Engine Manual sections
• Rev 8.0 Feb 2017
o Introduce Sump Eductor Valve for test and repair every SV (PIP2 only).
• Rev 8.1 February 2017
o Amendment to Sump Eductor Valve test requirements
• Rev 8.2 July 2017
o Updated LRU table
o Updated Workscope level Table
1. Introduction
This document describes the recommended workscope definition for GENX-1B
engines. Workscope recommendations are based on engine time/cycles,
diagnostics/intelligent engine monitoring, and “on-condition” findings. The “on-
condition” concept means that maintenance activities are determined based on
actual hardware condition rather than by hard-time limits or time/cycle criteria. The
GEnx utilizes a modular overhaul concept which allows operators to focus shop visits
on the specific module associated with a specific shop visit. The only engine hard-
time limits for the GENX-1B engine are identified in Engine Manual Chapter 05-11-
00/05-21-00.
Authorization for all activities recommended by this document is derived from the
FAA-approved GENX Engine Manuals (GEK112865) and Service Bulletins. This
Workscope Planning Guide is only a supplemental guideline and is in no way a
substitute for other GE documentation.
1.1. Objective
This document serves as a guideline for GENX-1B operators to use in developing their
standard shop visit workscopes to achieve reliability, performance, and maintenance
cost goals. It is recommended that operators continually review their engine reliability
statistics, test cell and installed performance levels to determine if any changes are
required to the guidelines set forth in the GENX-1B Workscope Planning Guide.
1.5. Thresholds
Thresholds for individual modules and LRUs are developed as a means to achieve
reliability, performance, and cost of ownership goals. Thresholds are not hard-time
limits. They are economic time/cycle guidelines to be used when deciding on the level
of work to be performed on an engine. Each operator may adjust the thresholds
based on their operations and experience.
Thresholds are developed based on prior shop visit and factory test experience.
Beyond the threshold it is expected that the module will not have the life remaining to
make another complete engine installation/run (i.e., the module will limit the installed
engine life). At this time, most thresholds for LRUs have not been established for the
GEnx engines and are expected to be on-condition until such time that a threshold
can be established.
Time and flight cycle accounting by engine Module/EMU will be required. Modules are
considered continued-time after shop visit minimum or performance workscopes,
and zero-timed only after full module overhaul level workscope (TSSV/CSSV = 0). Life
Limited Parts should not be reinstalled unless they have more than the number of
cycles of life remaining (stub life) to obtain the expected on-wing life.
• Engine, modules and hardware removed for access during Q/T (continued
time) activity a general visual inspection (GVI) on low workscope or Q/T shop
visits as detailed in EM CIR 72-00-00 Inspection. Refer CIR Subtask 72-00-00-
220-051
• Piece-parts
-Engine manual (72-XX-00) for full overhaul disassembly.
-Life-limited parts inspections to include applicable NDT and Enhanced
inspections.
-Except items listed in chapter 05-21, Engine Manual Condition Maintenance
Chapter (72-00-XX) may be applied if part is exposed at below full overhaul
Note: In all the above instances, contact GENX Life Cycle Engineering (LCE formerly
known as Product Support Engineering PSE) for Workscope recommendations.
NOTES:
1. Enter one row for each influencing part for the appropriate LLP as listed in Chapter 05-
00-00.
2. Produce one sheet for each LLP installed in the engine during shop visit.
New TCH Approved parts are listed in the IPC and are licensed by the engine Type Certificate
Holder and are listed in the TCH approved Illustrated Parts Catalog. TCH approved repairs of TCH
approved parts are listed in the repair sources directory for the appropriate model engine. GE
recommend using only parts and repairs approved by GE
GE recommends gas path cleaning interval program for optimal engine performance
and life. Refer to EM 05-22-00 for cleaning intervals for operation environmental
information. Given the differences in operating environments, etc, operators should
assess the appropriate frequency of gas path cleaning to yield 8-12 C of EGT
recovery.
Gas path cleaning procedures are provided in the B787 Aircraft Maintenance Manual
(AMM), 72-00-00 or EM section Engine Assembly – Testing 005 - Engine Gas Path
Cleaning.
1. Up to 3 months in length
2. Up to 2 years in length
For engines requiring preservation, the applicable procedures in the B787 AMM (71-
00-03) or the GEnx-1B Engine Manual (72-00-00, storage 002) should be referenced.
The engine function and performance tests are outlined in 72-00-00 “Testing” section
of the GEnx Engine Manual, or for testing on wing within 71-00-00 “Untested
Replacement Engine” section of the B787 AMM.
If the engine workscope is continued time (quick turn), i.e. no modules are to be
overhauled and next scheduled shop visit date is not effected, then service bulletin
compliance may be kept to a minimum with the exception of AD’s and Category 1
and 2 service bulletins which must be complied with.
Explanation: Compliance is mandatory and is the result of FAA action - AD, NPRM, or
pending AD. This category does require action within a specified time frame and must
be complied with on all engines presently in the shop.
• Category 3
• Category 4
• Category 5
Usual Statement: Do as soon as the affected part is removed from the engine
• Category 6
Explanation: Do when the affected part is being routed for repair. Incorporation of
this SB should improve maintenance costs in the future.
• Category 8
Usual Statement: Spare parts information will be released by the Incremental Change
process.
Explanation: Use for release/introduction of spare parts that are fully interchangeable
and are not anticipated to improve reliability or maintenance costs.
• Category 9
Explanation: Issued to announce specific name brand information (approved oils, etc.)
or for administrative purposes.
• Impact A
This recommendation is to address a condition that may affect flight safety.
• Impact B
This recommendation is to address a condition that may result in an increased
rate of In-Flight Shutdowns (IFSD), Takeoff Aborts (TOA), Air Turn Backs (ATB), or
Diversions (DIV).
• Impact C
This recommendation is to address a condition that may result in a non-event
operational disruption, Unscheduled Engine Removals (UER), outstation removals, or
Aircraft on Ground (AOG).
• Impact D
This recommendation is to address a condition that may result in a Delay or
Cancellation (D&C).
• Impact F
Implement as deemed necessary per the Service Bulletin category.
GE will issue “Alert Service Bulletins” (ASB) to further emphasize important documents.
The “ultimate” life goals for the GEnx- Series Life Limited Parts Program Status have
not been approved by regulatory agencies, and are subject to change. The lives
shown as ultimate limits are the current estimates of the life extension capability for
each part. The only approved data are in the Engine Manual chapter 05. In some
cases, the life extension will not be in a single step. For an updated GEnx-1B Series
life limited program status contact GEnx Fleet Team Engineering (FTE).
1.19.1. Assembled Engine Workscope - Quick Turn (Q/T), Continued Time or low
workscope (Level I)
Refer GEnx-1B EM CIR 72-00-00 Inspection 001, Subtask 72-00-00-220-051.
• Engines entering the shop for limited maintenance, repair and/or designated
Service Bulletin activity.
• Applies to shop visits where no modules are overhauled, the next scheduled
shop visit is not effected and the engine is returned to service for a period less
than an expected full overhaul. The module soft time may also be exceeded
for this shop visit.
Example: An engine has heavy maintenance activity (e.g. HPT rotor overhaul)
that results in a scheduled shop visit following the accumulation of
approximately 3500 cycles, and is released back into service. After 1000 cycles
the engine has minor maintenance activity in accordance with 72-00-00 low
maintenance activity. The engine is returned to service with the scheduled
shop visit to occur in 2500 cycles. Thus, the original intended 3500 cycles
between scheduled shop visits for heavy maintenance is maintained. Cyclic
life is used for example only.
NOTE: The cycles used for this example are for demonstration only and do not
represent engine cycle expectations
• Assembled engine workscope inspection should be a General Visual
Inspection, defined as a visual inspection that will find apparent unsatisfactory
conditions and defects. If necessary, remove other parts and use special
equipment to get access to do a visual inspection for a part. A visual
inspection may also be applied to removed components when the
components are to be reinstalled on an engine with a level 1 workscope.
Refer EM Subtask 72-00-00-220-055.
• Use diagnostics and intelligent engine trend monitoring and event reports to
assist in workscope planning.
• Outbound engines should meet requirements per the 72-00-00 testing section
of the engine manual, or tested on wing as an untested engine.
• It is recommended/required Service Bulletin categories 1 and 2 are complied
with during this shop visit as well as any other customer agreed Service
Bulletins. Category 3 Service Bulletins can be complied where work level
permits.
Fan Stator II II IV II II IV
Fan Rotor II II IV II II IV
Fan hub Frame II IV II IV II IV
No.1&2 Bearing II IV II IV II IV
Booster II II IV II II IV
HPC II * IV II * IV II* IV
CDN IV IV IV IV IV IV
Combustor IV IV IV IV IV IV
Stg 1 HPT Nozzle IV IV IV IV IV IV
HPT Rotor IV IV IV IV IV IV
Stg 2 HPT Nozzle IV IV IV IV IV IV
TCF II IV II IV II IV
LPT Rotor/Stator II II IV II II IV
TRF II II IV II II IV
Fan Mid Shaft II II IV II II IV
AGB III III IV III III IV
TGB II II IV II II IV
IGB II IV II IV II IV
C&A Refer to Table 8 Heavy Maintenance Actions
Level of Work
I. Assembled Engine Workscope – Quick Turn (Q/T), or Continued Time
II. Shop Visit Minimum Module Workscope
III. Performance or Preventative Maintenance Workscope
IV. Shop Visit Module Overhaul Workscope
Note: For Modules not fully exposed or visible, and/or remaining as part of an assembly. It is not
required to disassemble the engine/module further to comply a complete level II inspection on these
modules, inspect exposed areas where visible.
Note: If a module is piece part inspected out of sequence within the projection, then its next overhaul
may be out of sequence at subsequent shop visits.
Fuel Manifold GVI either on or off engine for On condition based on installation
On
Pressure evidence of leakage or damage, fault history, GVI for evidence of
Condition
Sensor check connections for security. damage.
ATA 77-34-05, CMM GEK114028, IPC 73-21-30-01-090, Typical P/N 509033-1 or 2140M58P01
Note: GVI is a General Visual Inspection and defined within EM CIR subtask 72-00-00-220-048
Continued
Table 8 Continued
Note: GVI is a General Visual Inspection and defined within EM CIR subtask 72-00-00-220-048
Continued
Table 8 Continued
EBU
Electrical Visual inspection on engine On Condition Inspect per CMM
Harnesses
ATA 73-21-64, CMM GEK114019, Various IPC 73-21-65-01-XX
Note: GVI is a General Visual Inspection and defined within EM CIR subtask 72-00-00-220-048
Continued
Table 8 Continued
ATA 77-12-12, CMM GEK114066, IPC 77-11-10-05-010, Typical P/N 504258-1 or 2122M29P01
ATA 77-13-02, CMM GEK114068, IPC 71-00-01-05-010, Typical P/N 504551-2 or 2122M34P02
Inspect all MCD's. GVI unit either Inspect all MCD's. On condition based
Lube &
on or off engine for evidence of On on installation fault history, GVI either
Scavenge
damage, check connections for Condition on or off engine for evidence of
Pump
security. leakage or damage.
ATA 79-21-10, CMM GEK114080, IPC 79-21-10-01-010, Typical P/N LR47760E1
Note: GVI is a General Visual Inspection and defined within EM CIR subtask 72-00-00-220-048
Continued
Table 8 Continued
ATA 79-21-10, CMM GEK114080, IPC 79-21-10-01-080, Typical P/N 2313M35G01 (L&S Pump)
Oil Filter GVI either on or off engine for On condition based on installation fault
On
Delta-P evidence of damage, check history, GVI either on or off engine for
Condition
Sensor connections for security. evidence of damage.
ATA 77-34-04, CMM GEK114076, IPC 79-32-10-01-010, Typical P/N 504546-1 or 2122M25P01
Engine Oil
GVI either on or off engine for
Cooler On
evidence of damage, check GVI for evidence of damage.
surface heat Condition
connections for security.
exchanger
ATA 24-11-04, CMM GEK114039, IPC 79-21-00-05-010 , Typical P/N ER6230G01 (on fan case)
Table 8 Continued
VFSG Oil
Cooler GVI either on or off engine for
On
Surface evidence of damage, check GVI for evidence of damage.
Condition
Heat connections for security.
Exchanger
ATA 24-11-03, CMM GEK114038, IPC 79-21-00-05-010, Typical P/N ER6084G01 (X2 on fan case)
VFSG Oil GVI either on or off engine for On condition based on installation
On
Temp evidence of damage, check fault history, GVI for evidence of
Condition
Sensors connections for security. damage.
ATA 77-11-14, CMM GEK114061, IPC 79-34-10-05-010, Typical P/N 504243-1 or 2121M86P01
Note: GVI is a General Visual Inspection and defined within EM CIR subtask 72-00-00-220-048
A Quick Turn (Q/T) is defined as an engine requiring maintenance for minor repairs
and then returned to service for continued time operation.
For continued time, no modules would be overhauled and the next engine scheduled
shop visit date would not be effected. Any Module or accessory soft lives may be
exceeded during assembled engine or Q/T shop visits.
Pre-input inspections
Prior to rework, engines are to receive a pre-induction inspection to confirm that the
engine condition will be serviceable after the low workscope or Q/T activity. The
inspection is to include:
1. Perform a borescope inspection of all modules and stages accessible
by borescope inspection. Refer to the B787 AMM for procedures and
limits.
2. Inspect all MCD’s and DMS for metal contamination.
3. Inspect fuel and oil filter for contamination.
Additional inspections are detailed in the “General” workscope items in this section.
Inspections
Engine, modules or piece part items removed are to receive a general visual
inspection (GVI). EM 72-00-XX should only be referred to if a defect is discovered and
serviceability limits are required. Defects should be considered accepting by
submitting a technical inquiry or CDR for acceptance.
Rework
Engine should be reworked sufficiently to restore serviceability in accordance with a
workscope, or relevant SB detailing the rework procedure.
Soft lives
Workscope Planning Guide (WPG) list of applicable soft lives may be exceeded. The
lives would have been assessed at previous SV during which the lives would have
been considered acceptable to next schedule SV. The next schedule shop visit will
remain on schedule (time continued engine).
Visually inspect FWD and AFT mounts for nicks, dents and
CIR 72-00-00-220-055
scratches.
Visually inspect AGB for evidence of oil and fuel leaks. CIR 72-00-00-220-055
HPT Stage 1 & 2 blades, NGVs and Stage 1 shrouds. AMM B787-A-G72-00-00-09B-280C-A
Note: BSI findings that result in reduced interval repetitive on wing inspection are not acceptable and
should be addressed in the shop.
FPI fuel manifold (only if removed from the engine) CIR 72-41-80
Accomplish recommended Service Bulletins by extent of
As Required
disassembly.
This workscope planning guide provides recommendations for hardware under GE’s
responsibility. Some repair SPAD’s will not be within the IPC but referenced within the
applicable Repair Document or definition.
For associated hardware not under GE’s responsibility (dependent on the engine
model, this may include items such as engine mounts, thrust links, exhaust hardware
and other external hardware) please contact the respective supplier for workscope
recommendations.