Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
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Howdy all,
I've been asked to find out if we can and if so what needs to be done to modify a PW4000 T/R (thrust reverser) that was removed from a 767 so that it can be used on a 747. I know there are some versions of this T/R that can be used on either so I figure it must be possible, but for the T/Rs that only have one application listed I'm not sure how to go about this or what changes need to be made. Does anyone have experience doing this? I've looked through all the Boeing service letters and haven't gotten much in the way of useful direction.
Thanks,
-Kirby
I've been asked to find out if we can and if so what needs to be done to modify a PW4000 T/R (thrust reverser) that was removed from a 767 so that it can be used on a 747. I know there are some versions of this T/R that can be used on either so I figure it must be possible, but for the T/Rs that only have one application listed I'm not sure how to go about this or what changes need to be made. Does anyone have experience doing this? I've looked through all the Boeing service letters and haven't gotten much in the way of useful direction.
Thanks,
-Kirby
Kirby Wilkerson
Remember, first define the problem, then solve it.





RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
-Kirby
Kirby Wilkerson
Remember, first define the problem, then solve it.
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
-Kirby
Kirby Wilkerson
Remember, first define the problem, then solve it.
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
Also, I'm not convinced Spirit do thrust reversers; most likely Goodrich or Aircelle (formerly Hurel Hispano).
Regards,
Ian W
RE: Is modifying a PW4000 T/R from a 767 to a 747 possible?
What is the engine? I suppose that if it is an GE 80C2.
Middle River is doing the T/R.
If it is a PW 94" I suppose it would be Goodrich.
You should ask to boeing or the T/R manufacturer to know the interchangeability. As cd27idw said, the manufacturer or boeing should tell you if the 767 reverser version is certified for a 747 in terms of load to be sustained.
Hope this helps,
Ben
Ben
Nacelle Stress Engineer (repair on Civil Aircraft)