80_FR_13536 80 FR 13486 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

80 FR 13486 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 50 (March 16, 2015)

Page Range13486-13491
FR Document2015-05035

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes; and Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports indicating that the counterweights in some hub assemblies of the ram air turbine (RAT) could be understrength and fracture when the RAT is rotating, and that some RAT hub assemblies were delivered with balance washer retention screws that were incorrectly heat-treated, and therefore, susceptible to fracture and cracking. This AD requires a part number and serial number inspection to determine if certain RAT hub assemblies are installed; and, for affected RAT hub assemblies, doing an inspection for missing and fractured balance washer screws, and replacement or rework if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent an inoperative RAT, which, following a dual engine shutdown in flight, will cause loss of all hydraulic power to the primary flight controls, resulting in subsequent loss of control of the airplane.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2008-0561; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-223-AD; 
Amendment 39-18111; AD 2015-05-01]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The 
Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series 
airplanes; and Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes. 
This AD was prompted by reports indicating that the counterweights in 
some hub assemblies of the ram air turbine (RAT) could be understrength 
and fracture when the RAT is rotating, and that some RAT hub assemblies 
were delivered with balance washer retention screws that were 
incorrectly heat-treated, and therefore, susceptible to fracture and 
cracking. This AD requires a part number and serial number inspection 
to determine if certain RAT hub assemblies are installed; and, for 
affected RAT hub assemblies, doing an inspection for missing and 
fractured balance washer screws, and replacement or rework if 
necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent an inoperative RAT, which, 
following a dual engine shutdown in flight, will cause loss of all 
hydraulic power to the primary flight controls, resulting in subsequent 
loss of control of the airplane.

DATES: This AD is effective April 20, 2015.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of April 20, 
2015.

ADDRESSES: For Boeing service information identified in this AD, 
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services 
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 
206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; email 
[email protected]; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. For 
Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in this AD, contact 
Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail Stop 302-9, 4747 
Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125-7002; phone: 860-
654-3575; fax: 860-998-4564; email: [email protected]; 
Internet: http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.com. You may view this 
referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane 
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the 
availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also 
available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching 
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2008-0561.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2008-
0561; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket 
contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and 
other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-
5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 
Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Douglas Tsuji, Senior Aerospace 
Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft 
Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; 
telephone: 425-917-6546; fax: 425-917-6590; [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to 
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all The Boeing 
Company Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes; and 
Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes. The SNPRM 
published in the Federal Register on April 24, 2014 (79 FR 22777). We 
preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that 
published in the Federal Register on May 20, 2008 (73 FR 29087). The 
NPRM proposed to require doing an inspection to determine the part 
number and serial number of the RAT hub assembly, and replacing the RAT 
hub assembly with a new, serviceable, or reworked and re-identified RAT 
hub assembly if necessary. The NPRM was prompted by reports indicating 
that the counterweights in some hub assemblies of the RATs could be 
understrength and fracture when the RAT is rotating. The

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SNPRM proposed to add airplanes to the applicability; add an additional 
part number and serial number inspection to determine if certain RAT 
hub assemblies are installed; and, for affected RAT hub assemblies, 
doing an inspection for missing and fractured balance washer screws, 
and replacement if necessary to address an additional defect identified 
within the RAT hub assembly. We are issuing this AD to prevent an 
inoperative RAT, which, following a dual engine shutdown in flight, 
will cause loss of all hydraulic power to the primary flight controls, 
resulting in subsequent loss of control of the airplane.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. The following presents the comments received on the SNPRM (79 
FR 22777, April 24, 2014) and the FAA's response to each comment.

Request To Perform a Records Review in Lieu of an Inspection

    FedEx requested an option to perform a records review in lieu of an 
inspection to determine if any suspect RAT hub assemblies are 
installed. FedEx stated that this is to prevent unnecessary inspections 
on future Model 767 airplanes delivered from Boeing.
    We agree with the commenter's request. The serial number 
applicability relates to a sub-assembly of the RAT (the turbine hub 
assembly serial number, and not the RAT serial number). Consequently, 
many operators might not have such detailed records. However, if an 
operator has records indicating the serial number of the turbine hub 
assembly that is currently installed on the RAT of a particular 
airplane, there is no need to deploy the RAT for inspection to 
determine if this AD is applicable. Therefore, a review of airplane 
maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if the 
part number and serial number of the RAT hub assembly can be 
conclusively determined from that review. We have revised paragraphs 
(g) and (h) of this AD accordingly.

Request for Additional Removal Options (Screw Replacement Information)

    United Airlines (UAL) requested that the SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 
24, 2014) be updated to include an additional scenario in which an 
operator finds all balance washers in place, but one or more screws 
fractured. UAL stated that paragraph 2.B.(5)(d) of Hamilton Sundstrand 
Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757 
airplanes); and paragraph 2.B.(5)(d) of Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767 
airplanes); provide on-wing (or off-wing) procedures for the situation 
where all balance washers are present, but one or more screws are 
fractured. UAL stated that the operator has the option to remove the 
screw shank still in the hole with vice grips or a screw extractor in 
lieu of RAT or RAT hub replacement.
    We disagree with the commenter's request to not replace the RAT or 
RAT hub assembly if all washers are in place, but one or more screws 
are found fractured during the inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) 
of this AD. In this scenario, since any fractured screw is found, the 
RAT or RAT hub assembly needs to be replaced with a new, serviceable, 
reworked, and re-identified RAT or RAT hub assembly.
    Multiple balance washers (of different weights) could be installed 
in a location; therefore, depending on how the screw fractures, it may 
be possible to lose one, but not all, balance washers. However, it is 
most likely that the screw head and all balance washer(s) for that 
location will be missing.
    However, it is also possible that a screw could fracture during its 
removal (i.e., the screw was not found fractured during the inspection 
required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD). This scenario has been 
reported on numerous occasions. In this case, it is not necessary to 
remove the RAT hub assembly (or RAT) if removal of the fractured screw 
is successful (i.e., successful removal of a screw that fractures 
during its removal).
    The preamble of the SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014) included 
the paragraph, ``Screw Replacement Information,'' to provide additional 
clarification that if a screw fractures during any screw replacement 
and the weight is still available, the balance weight can be installed 
with the replacement screw. We further emphasize that screws should 
only be replaced one at a time to prevent any potential for a removed 
balance washer to be installed in a different location.
    We also provide the following additional information. The attempted 
removal of a fractured screw can be done without replacement of the RAT 
or RAT hub assembly only if the screw fractures during removal, and if 
all balance washers originally installed at that location can be 
positively accounted for and can be assembled back into that location. 
We also note that there could be more than one washer installed at each 
location. We have not changed this final rule in this regard.

Request To Not Require Returning Screws to Hamilton Sundstrand

    UAL requested the procedure to return all screws or remnants of 
fractured screws to Hamilton Sundstrand for further investigation, as 
specified in paragraph 2.E., ``Return Balance Washer Screws to Hamilton 
Sundstrand,'' of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, 
dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); and in Hamilton 
Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 (for 
Model 767 airplanes); not be required. UAL stated that this is an 
unnecessary requirement and will only burden the maintenance personnel 
with additional logistical procedures that do not add value. UAL also 
stated that the balance screw failure issue and root cause are well 
understood by Hamilton Sundstrand and that returning failed screws will 
not provide additional information.
    We agree with the commenter's request. Returning the screws or 
fractured screws is not required since the issue is now well 
understood. We have added new paragraph (h)(2)(iii) to this AD to 
specifically exclude this requirement.

Request To Add New Paragraph To Clarify Compliance for Airplanes in 
Production

    Boeing requested that a new paragraph be added to paragraph (i) of 
the proposed AD (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014), to read, ``New OEM RAT 
hub assemblies not listed in (i)(1) or (i)(2) installed prior to 
airplane delivery meet the requirements of paragraph (i). After 
delivery, airline operators are responsible for maintaining paragraph 
(i) compliance.'' Boeing stated that this language clarifies compliance 
for Model 767 airplanes in production.
    We partially agree. We do not agree with the commenter's request to 
add a new paragraph. However, we agree that clarification is necessary. 
For airplanes on which new OEM RAT hub assemblies not listed in 
paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD are installed during 
production, it is possible for suspect hub assemblies to be installed, 
i.e., a suspect hub assembly might be removed from one airplane and 
installed on another airplane. Therefore, an airplane delivered with 
conforming parts may no longer have conforming parts due to the 
interchangeability of parts in service. All airplanes must comply with 
the requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD. We have not changed this 
AD in this regard.

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Request To Revise Paragraph (i) of the Proposed AD (79 FR 22777, April 
24, 2014)

    Boeing requested that paragraph (i)(3) of the proposed AD (79 FR 
22777, April 24, 2014) be revised to read as follows: ``As of the 
effective date of this AD, no person may install a balance washer screw 
having part number (P/N) MS24667-14, on the RAT hub assembly of any 
airplane unless a records review can positively determine that the 
screws did not come from Northeast Fasteners, lots 24057 and 30533.'' 
Boeing stated that this language would clarify that the P/N MS24667-14 
screw is prohibited only for installation on RAT hub assemblies.
    We agree with the commenter's request. Screws having P/N MS24667-14 
should not be installed on the RAT hub assembly unless operators can 
guarantee the screws did not come from Northeast Fasteners, lots 24057 
and 30533. Hamilton Sundstrand was the only company to receive screws 
from lot 30533, so no other inventory should be contaminated with them. 
Several organizations received screws from lot 24057. All customers who 
received the defective screws have been advised of the non-conformance 
in lot 24057. There was also a government-industry data exchange 
program alert issued to notify other organizations of the potential for 
the inventories to be contaminated.
    We have determined that balance washer screws with P/N MS24667-14 
from Northeast Fasteners, lots 24057 and 30533, are non-conforming and 
are unacceptable for use on the RAT hub assembly. The unsafe condition 
of this AD is applicable to RAT balance washer screws; therefore, it is 
appropriate to limit the required actions to balance washer screws 
installed on RAT hub assemblies. We have changed paragraph (i)(3) of 
this AD accordingly.

Request for Clarification of Previous Actions

    FedEx requested clarification concerning whether credit is given 
for accomplishment of previous actions using Boeing Alert Service 
Bulletin 757-29A0066, dated January 2, 2007 (for Model 757-200 and -
200PF series airplanes). FedEx stated that it has issued engineering 
orders to inspect and replace the RAT hub assemblies, if required, for 
possible fractured hub assembly counterweights using Boeing Alert 
Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, dated January 2, 2007.
    We agree to provide clarification. Paragraph (k) of this AD 
provides credit for the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, 
if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD 
using the service information specified in Boeing Alert Service 
Bulletin 757-29A0066, dated January 2, 2007 (for Model 757-200 and -
200PF series airplanes). Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, 
Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes), expanded the 
airplane effectivity to include all Model 757 airplanes; no additional 
work is specified in this revision of the service information. We have 
not changed this AD in this regard.

Request To Revise the Costs of Compliance Paragraph

    Delta Air Lines (DAL) requested that the manpower and cost for 
materials specified in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-
18, dated February 10, 2010, be added to the ``Costs of Compliance'' 
paragraph in the SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014). DAL stated that 
after reviewing the service information and comparing the costs to the 
SNPRM, two discrepancies were noted. DAL stated that in Hamilton 
Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010, it 
states, ``For a turbine assembly or RAT with a missing balance washer, 
or with a balance washer screw that cannot be removed in its entirety, 
a maximum of 9.0 man-hours will be required to disassemble the unit as 
necessary to remove the fractured screw and balance washer, balance the 
turbine assembly, assemble the unit, and test the unit.'' DAL stated 
that the 9 man-hour requirement and the cost for materials are not 
specified in the SNPRM's ``Costs of Compliance'' paragraph.
    We agree that the labor costs specified in Hamilton Sundstrand 
Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010, were not 
included in the ``Cost of Compliance'' paragraph in the SNPRM (79 FR 
22777, April 24, 2014). We have revised the ``Costs of Compliance'' 
paragraph in this final rule to include 9 work-hours for the 
replacement of balance washer screws. However, Hamilton Sundstrand 
Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010, does not 
specify material costs and we have received no definitive data on 
replacement costs.
    In addition, UTC Aerospace Systems has stated it will continue to 
cover certain costs associated with the service information free of 
charge for 24 months after the effective date of this final rule, 
extending the expiration dates in the service information. We have also 
added a warranty statement to the ``Costs of Compliance'' paragraph of 
this final rule.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, 
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting 
this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial 
changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the 
SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014) for correcting the unsafe 
condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014).
    We also determined that these changes will not increase the 
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    We reviewed the following service information. The service 
information describes procedures for an inspection to determine the 
part number and serial number of the RAT hub assembly and replacement 
of the RAT or RAT hub assembly.
     Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, Revision 1, 
dated March 8, 2010.
     Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, Revision 1, 
dated March 8, 2010.
     Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-29-0069, 
dated June 24, 2010.
     Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-29-0112, 
dated June 24, 2010.
    We have also reviewed Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-
29-15, dated November 30, 2005; and Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 730814-29-12, dated November 30, 2005. The service information 
describes procedures for rework and re-identification of RAT hub 
assemblies.
    In addition, we have also reviewed Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010; and Hamilton Sundstrand 
Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated February 10, 2010. The service 
information describes procedures for a general visual inspection for 
missing washers and fractured screws of the rotor assembly and 
replacement of balance washer screws; and inspection, rework, and re-
identification of RAT hub assemblies.
    This service information is reasonably available; see ADDRESSES for 
ways to access this service information.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 1,132 airplanes of U.S. registry.

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    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S.
               Action                        Labor cost           Parts cost        product         operators
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Inspection..........................  1 work-hour x $85 per                $0              $85          $96,220
                                       hour = $85.
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    We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements 
that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have 
no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these 
replacements:

                                               On-Condition Costs
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                 Action                          Labor cost            Parts cost          Cost per product
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Replacement of balance washer screws...  Up to 9 work-hours x $85            \1\ $0  Up to $765.
                                          per hour = Up to $765.
Removal and installation of RAT          5 work-hours x $85 per                   0  $425.
 assembly.                                hour = $425.
Removal and installation of RAT hub      2 work-hours x $85 per                   0  $170.
 assembly.                                hour = $170.
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\1\ We have received no definitive data on replacement costs.

    According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be 
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected 
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected 
individuals. As a result, we have included all labor costs in our cost 
estimate. However, we have received no definitive data that would 
enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition parts cost 
specified in this AD.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, 
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866,
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
    (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

2015-05-01 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18111; Docket No. FAA-
2008-0561; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-223-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective April 20, 2015.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, 
-200CB, and -300 series airplanes; and Model 767-200, -300, -300F, 
and -400ER series airplanes; certificated in any category.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 29, Hydraulic 
Power.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by reports indicating that the 
counterweights in some hub assemblies of the ram air turbine (RAT) 
could be understrength and fracture when the RAT is rotating, and 
that some RAT hub assemblies were delivered with balance washer 
retention screws that were incorrectly heat-treated, and therefore, 
susceptible to fracture and cracking. We are issuing this AD to 
prevent an inoperative RAT, which, following a dual engine shutdown 
in flight, will cause loss of all hydraulic power to the primary 
flight controls, resulting in subsequent loss of control of the 
airplane.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Inspection and Replacement of Parts With a Counterweight Defect

    Prior to the next RAT backdrive test, or within 24 months after 
the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first: Do an 
inspection to determine the part number and serial number of the RAT 
hub assembly, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 
8, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 
767-29A0110,

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Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 767 airplanes). A review 
of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this 
inspection if the part number and serial number of the RAT hub 
assembly can be conclusively determined from that review.
    (1) If the part number or serial number of the RAT hub assembly 
is missing, or if the part number and serial number are specified in 
paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD, and the hub assembly 
has not been reworked and re-identified as specified in Hamilton 
Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-12, dated November 30, 2005 
(for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 
729548-29-15, dated November 30, 2005 (for Model 767 airplanes): 
Prior to the next RAT backdrive test or within 24 months after the 
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace the RAT 
or RAT hub assembly with a new, serviceable, or reworked and re-
identified RAT or RAT hub assembly, in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-
29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); 
or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, Revision 1, dated 
March 8, 2010 (for Model 767 airplanes); except as provided by 
paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of this AD.
    (i) Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes 
having part number (P/N) 733785A or 733785B, and serial number (S/N) 
0410 through 0413 inclusive, 0415, 0417 through 0430 inclusive, 
0432, or 0434.
    (ii) Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes 
having P/N 734350A, 734350B, 734350C, or 734350D; and S/N 0666, 0673 
through 0684 inclusive, 0686, 0687, or 0689.
    (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, Revision 1, 
dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing Alert 
Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for 
Model 767 airplanes); specifies to contact Hamilton Sundstrand for a 
replacement unit, this AD does not require that action.
    (3) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, Revision 1, 
dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing Alert 
Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for 
Model 767 airplanes); specifies to return all RAT hub assemblies to 
Hamilton Sundstrand for rework and test, operators may return the 
RAT or RAT hub assembly to Hamilton Sundstrand or to an FAA-approved 
repair facility that has the capability to disassemble, repair, 
balance, and test the RAT or RAT hub assembly.

(h) Inspection and Replacement of Parts With a Balance Washer Screw 
Defect

    Prior to the next RAT backdrive test, or within 24 months after 
the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first: Do an 
inspection to determine the part number and serial number on the RAT 
hub assembly, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-29-0069, dated June 
24, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing Special Attention 
Service Bulletin 767-29-0112, dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 767 
airplanes). A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable 
in lieu of this inspection if the part number and serial number of 
the RAT hub assembly can be conclusively determined from that 
review.
    (1) If the part number or serial number of the RAT hub assembly 
is missing or if the part number and serial number is listed in 
paragraph 1.A., ``Effectivity,'' of Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757 
airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, 
dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767 airplanes); and the RAT hub 
assembly has not been reworked and re-identified, as specified in 
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated February 
10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767 
airplanes): Prior to the next RAT backdrive test or within 24 months 
after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a 
general visual inspection of the 12 balance washer screws installed 
around the perimeter of the rotor assembly for missing washers and 
fractured screws, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions 
of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated February 
10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767 
airplanes).
    (2) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) of 
this AD, any balance washer is missing or any fractured screw is 
found, prior to the next RAT backdrive test or within 24 months 
after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first: Replace 
the RAT or RAT hub assembly with a new, serviceable, or reworked and 
re-identified RAT or RAT hub assembly, in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 757-29-0069, dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); 
or Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-29-0112, dated June 
24, 2010 (for Model 767 airplanes); except as provided by paragraphs 
(h)(2)(i), (h)(2)(ii), and (h)(2)(iii) of this AD.
    (i) Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-29-0069, 
dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); and Boeing Special 
Attention Service Bulletin 767-29-0112, dated June 24, 2010 (for 
Model 767 airplanes); specify to contact Hamilton Sundstrand for a 
replacement unit, this AD does not require that action.
    (ii) Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-29-
0069, dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); and Boeing 
Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-29-0112, dated June 24, 2010 
(for Model 767 airplanes); instruct operators to return all RAT or 
RAT hub assemblies to Hamilton Sundstrand for rework and test, 
operators may return the RAT or RAT hub assembly to Hamilton 
Sundstrand or an FAA-approved repair facility that has the 
capability to disassemble, repair, balance, and test the RAT or RAT 
hub assembly.
    (iii) Where Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, 
dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton 
Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 
(for Model 767 airplanes); instructs operators to return all of the 
removed screws (including the remnants of the fractured screws) to 
Hamilton Sundstrand for further investigation, this AD does not 
include that requirement.
    (3) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) of 
this AD, there are no missing balance washers and no fractured 
screws: Prior to the next RAT backdrive test or within 24 months 
after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace 
the balance washer screws, one at a time, in accordance with 
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated February 
10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767 
airplanes).

(i) Parts Installation Limitations

    (1) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a 
RAT hub assembly having any part number and serial number specified 
in paragraphs (i)(1)(i) and (i)(1)(ii) of this AD, on any airplane, 
unless it has been reworked and re-identified in accordance with 
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-12, dated November 
30, 2005 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service 
Bulletin 729548-29-15, dated November 30, 2005 (for Model 767 
airplanes).
    (i) Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes 
having P/N 733785A or 733785B; and S/N 0410 through 0413 inclusive, 
0415, 0417 through 0430 inclusive, 0432, or 0434.
    (ii) Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes 
having P/N 734350A, 734350B, 734350C, or 734350D, and S/N 0666, 0673 
through 0684 inclusive, 0686, 0687, or 0689.
    (2) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a 
RAT hub assembly having any applicable part number and serial number 
specified in paragraphs (i)(2)(i) and (i)(2)(ii) of this AD, on any 
airplane, unless it has been inspected, reworked, and re-identified 
in accordance with Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-
15, dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton 
Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated February 10, 2010 
(for Model 767 airplanes).
    (i) Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes 
having P/N 733785AB Series, and S/N 0107, 0105, 0121, 0151, 0179, 
0204, 0282, 0289, 0296, 0315, 0319, 0337, 0390, 0403, 0412, 0421, 
0424, 0426, 0429, 0430, 0439, 0445, 0450, 0477, 0503, 0510, 0512, 
0584, 0585, 0591, 0599, 0609, 0617, 0624, 0656, 0673, 0685, 0789, 
0822, 0841, 0854, 0911, 0912, 0936, 0957, 0961, 0971, 1061, 1064, 
1096, 1101, 1102, 1105, 1113, 1117, 1170, 1172, 1173, or X2069.
    (ii) Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series airplanes 
having P/N 734350 Series, and S/N 0042, 0074, 0170, 0183, 0207, 
0311, 0312, 0324, 0336, 0337, 0347, 0367, 0372, 0379, 0381, 0391, 
0427, 0431, 0469, 0495, 0500, 0530, 0531, 0533, 0538, 0539, 0550, 
0551, 0575, 0584, 0619, 0626, 0666, 0670, 0676, 0690, 0700, 0701, 
0734, 0750, 0800, 0801, 0813, 0835, 0836, 0908, 0923,

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0958, 0968, 0980, 1009, 1012, 1019, 1046, 1052, 1054, 1102, 1127, 
1167, 1264, 1285, 1300, 1317, 1322, 1362, 1372, 1394, 1398, 1436, 
1594, 1633, 1634, 1635, 1636, 1637, 1638, 1639, 1640, 1641, 1642, 
1643, 1644, 1645, 1646, 1647, 1648, 1649, 1650, 1651, 1652, or 
X2063.
    (3) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a 
balance washer screw having P/N MS24667-14, on the RAT hub assembly 
of any airplane unless it can be positively determined from a 
records review that the screws did not come from Northeast 
Fasteners, lots 24057 and 30533.

(j) No Information Submission

    Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, Revision 1, 
dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); and Boeing Alert 
Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for 
Model 767 airplanes); specify to submit information to the 
manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement.

(k) Credit for Previous Actions

    This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by 
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the 
effective date of this AD using the service information specified in 
paragraph (k)(1) or (k)(2) of this AD, as applicable. These 
documents are not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (1) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, dated January 2, 
2007 (for Model 757-200 and -200PF series airplanes).
    (2) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, dated January 2, 
2007 (for Model 767-200 and -300 series airplanes).

(l) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) For Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series 
airplanes: The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office 
(ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if 
requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance 
with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or 
local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending 
information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the 
attention of the person identified in paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. 
Information may be emailed to: [email protected].
    (2) For Boeing Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series 
airplanes: The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested 
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 
CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local 
Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending 
information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the 
attention of the person identified in paragraph (m)(2) of this AD. 
Information may be emailed to: [email protected].
    (3) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate 
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding 
district office.
    (4) For Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series 
airplanes: An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may 
be used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the 
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization 
(ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO, to 
make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair 
must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval 
must specifically refer to this AD.
    (5) For Boeing Model 767-200, -300, -300F, and -400ER series 
airplanes: An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may 
be used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the 
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization 
(ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make 
those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must 
meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must 
specifically refer to this AD.

(m) Related Information

    (1) For more information about Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, -
200CB, and -300 series airplanes in this AD, contact: Jerry Ramos, 
Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130L, FAA, Los 
Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; 
phone: 562-627-5296; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected].
    (2) For more information about Boeing Model 767-200, -300, -
300F, and -400ER series airplanes in this AD, contact Douglas Tsuji, 
Senior Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, 
FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; 
telephone: 425-917-6546; fax: 425-917-6590; [email protected].
    (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not 
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in 
paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(5) of this AD.

(n) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed 
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-29A0066, Revision 1, dated 
March 8, 2010.
    (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-29A0110, Revision 1, 
dated March 8, 2010.
    (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-29-0069, 
dated June 24, 2010.
    (iv) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-29-0112, 
dated June 24, 2010.
    (v) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-15, dated 
November 30, 2005.
    (vi) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548-29-18, dated 
February 10, 2010.
    (vii) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-12, dated 
November 30, 2005.
    (viii) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814-29-15, dated 
February 10, 2010.
    (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, 
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services 
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; 
telephone 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; email 
[email protected]; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
    (4) For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in 
this AD, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail 
Stop 302-9, 4747 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125-
7002; phone: 860-654-3575; fax: 860-998-4564; email: 
[email protected]; Internet: http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.com.
    (5) You may view this service information at FAA, Transport 
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For 
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 
425-227-1221.
    (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated 
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration 
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at 
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 23, 2015.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
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                                             (n) Related Information                                 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION                          tech.solutions@hs.utc.com; Internet:
                                               (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing                                                                           http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.com.
                                             Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian               Federal Aviation Administration                       You may view this referenced service
                                             Airworthiness Directive CF–2013–18 dated                                                                      information at the FAA, Transport
                                             July 16, 2013, for related information. This            14 CFR Part 39                                        Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
                                             MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the               [Docket No. FAA–2008–0561; Directorate                SW., Renton, WA. For information on
                                             Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by               Identifier 2007–NM–223–AD; Amendment                  the availability of this material at the
                                             searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–              39–18111; AD 2015–05–01]                              FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
                                             2015–0491.                                                                                                    available on the Internet at http://
                                                                                                     RIN 2120–AA64
                                               (2) Service information identified in this                                                                  www.regulations.gov by searching for
                                             AD that is not incorporated by reference is             Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing                  and locating Docket No. FAA–2008–
                                             available at the addresses specified in                 Company Airplanes                                     0561.
                                             paragraphs (o)(4) and (o)(5) of this AD.
                                                                                                                                                           Examining the AD Docket
                                                                                                     AGENCY:  Federal Aviation
                                             (o) Material Incorporated by Reference
                                                                                                     Administration (FAA), DOT.                               You may examine the AD docket on
                                                (1) The Director of the Federal Register                                                                   the Internet at http://
                                                                                                     ACTION: Final rule.
                                             approved the incorporation by reference                                                                       www.regulations.gov by searching for
                                             (IBR) of the service information listed in this         SUMMARY:   We are adopting a new                      and locating Docket No. FAA–2008–
                                             paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR               airworthiness directive (AD) for all The              0561; or in person at the Docket
                                             part 51.                                                Boeing Company Model 757–200,                         Management Facility between 9 a.m.
                                                (2) You must use this service information            –200PF, –200CB, and –300 series                       and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
                                             as applicable to do the actions required by             airplanes; and Model 767–200, –300,                   except Federal holidays. The AD docket
                                             this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.            –300F, and –400ER series airplanes.                   contains this AD, the regulatory
                                                (3) The following service information was            This AD was prompted by reports                       evaluation, any comments received, and
                                             approved for IBR on March 6, 2015 (80 FR                indicating that the counterweights in                 other information. The address for the
                                             5017, January 30, 2015).                                some hub assemblies of the ram air                    Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
                                                (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 604–27–              turbine (RAT) could be understrength                  Docket Management Facility, U.S.
                                             032, Revision 02, dated April 22, 2014.                 and fracture when the RAT is rotating,                Department of Transportation, Docket
                                                (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 605–27–             and that some RAT hub assemblies were                 Operations, M–30, West Building
                                             002, Revision 02, dated April 22, 2014.
                                                                                                     delivered with balance washer retention               Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
                                                (iii) Bombardier Temporary Revision 604/
                                                                                                     screws that were incorrectly heat-                    New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
                                             37, dated May 21, 2013, to the Bombardier
                                                                                                     treated, and therefore, susceptible to                DC 20590.
                                             Challenger CL–604 Airplane Flight Manual,
                                                                                                     fracture and cracking. This AD requires               FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
                                             PSP 604–1.
                                                                                                     a part number and serial number                       Douglas Tsuji, Senior Aerospace
                                                (iv) Bombardier Temporary Revision 605/
                                                                                                     inspection to determine if certain RAT                Engineer, Systems and Equipment
                                             18, dated May 21, 2013, to the Bombardier
                                                                                                     hub assemblies are installed; and, for                Branch, ANM–130S, FAA, Seattle
                                             Challenger CL–605 Airplane Flight Manual,
                                             PSP 605–1.
                                                                                                     affected RAT hub assemblies, doing an                 Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind
                                                (4) For service information identified in
                                                                                                     inspection for missing and fractured                  Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
                                             this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte            balance washer screws, and replacement                telephone: 425–917–6546; fax: 425–
                                             Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9,               or rework if necessary. We are issuing                917–6590; Douglas.Tsuji@faa.gov.
                                             Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–                this AD to prevent an inoperative RAT,
                                                                                                                                                           SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
                                             855–7401; email thd.crj@                                which, following a dual engine
                                             aero.bombardier.com; Internet http://                   shutdown in flight, will cause loss of all            Discussion
                                             www.bombardier.com.                                     hydraulic power to the primary flight                    We issued a supplemental notice of
                                                (5) You may view this service information            controls, resulting in subsequent loss of             proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
                                             at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,             control of the airplane.                              amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
                                             1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For                   DATES: This AD is effective April 20,                 that would apply to all The Boeing
                                             information on the availability of this                 2015.                                                 Company Model 757–200, –200PF,
                                             material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.                    The Director of the Federal Register               –200CB, and –300 series airplanes; and
                                                (6) You may view this service information            approved the incorporation by reference               Model 767–200, –300, –300F, and
                                             that is incorporated by reference at the                of certain publications listed in this AD             –400ER series airplanes. The SNPRM
                                             National Archives and Records                           as of April 20, 2015.                                 published in the Federal Register on
                                             Administration (NARA). For information on               ADDRESSES: For Boeing service                         April 24, 2014 (79 FR 22777). We
                                             the availability of this material at NARA, call         information identified in this AD,                    preceded the SNPRM with a notice of
                                             202–741–6030, or go to: http://                         contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes,                  proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that
                                             www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-              Attention: Data & Services Management,                published in the Federal Register on
                                             locations.html.                                         P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA                  May 20, 2008 (73 FR 29087). The NPRM
                                               Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 5,             98124–2207; telephone 206–544–5000,                   proposed to require doing an inspection
                                             2015.                                                   extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; email                  to determine the part number and serial
                                             Jeffrey E. Duven,                                       me.boecom@boeing.com; Internet                        number of the RAT hub assembly, and
                                             Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
                                                                                                     https://www.myboeingfleet.com. For                    replacing the RAT hub assembly with a
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                                             Aircraft Certification Service.                         Hamilton Sundstrand service                           new, serviceable, or reworked and re-
                                             [FR Doc. 2015–05735 Filed 3–13–15; 8:45 am]
                                                                                                     information identified in this AD,                    identified RAT hub assembly if
                                                                                                     contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical                necessary. The NPRM was prompted by
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                                                                                                     Publications, Mail Stop 302–9, 4747                   reports indicating that the
                                                                                                     Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002,                       counterweights in some hub assemblies
                                                                                                     Rockford, IL 61125–7002; phone: 860–                  of the RATs could be understrength and
                                                                                                     654–3575; fax: 860–998–4564; email:                   fracture when the RAT is rotating. The


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                                             SNPRM proposed to add airplanes to                      (for Model 757 airplanes); and                        have not changed this final rule in this
                                             the applicability; add an additional part               paragraph 2.B.(5)(d) of Hamilton                      regard.
                                             number and serial number inspection to                  Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548–
                                                                                                                                                           Request To Not Require Returning
                                             determine if certain RAT hub                            29–18, dated February 10, 2010 (for
                                                                                                                                                           Screws to Hamilton Sundstrand
                                             assemblies are installed; and, for                      Model 767 airplanes); provide on-wing
                                             affected RAT hub assemblies, doing an                   (or off-wing) procedures for the                         UAL requested the procedure to
                                             inspection for missing and fractured                    situation where all balance washers are               return all screws or remnants of
                                             balance washer screws, and replacement                  present, but one or more screws are                   fractured screws to Hamilton
                                             if necessary to address an additional                   fractured. UAL stated that the operator               Sundstrand for further investigation, as
                                             defect identified within the RAT hub                    has the option to remove the screw                    specified in paragraph 2.E., ‘‘Return
                                             assembly. We are issuing this AD to                     shank still in the hole with vice grips or            Balance Washer Screws to Hamilton
                                             prevent an inoperative RAT, which,                      a screw extractor in lieu of RAT or RAT               Sundstrand,’’ of Hamilton Sundstrand
                                             following a dual engine shutdown in                     hub replacement.                                      Service Bulletin 730814–29–15, dated
                                             flight, will cause loss of all hydraulic                   We disagree with the commenter’s                   February 10, 2010 (for Model 757
                                             power to the primary flight controls,                   request to not replace the RAT or RAT                 airplanes); and in Hamilton Sundstrand
                                             resulting in subsequent loss of control of              hub assembly if all washers are in place,             Service Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated
                                             the airplane.                                           but one or more screws are found                      February 10, 2010 (for Model 767
                                                                                                     fractured during the inspection required              airplanes); not be required. UAL stated
                                             Comments                                                by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. In this               that this is an unnecessary requirement
                                               We gave the public the opportunity to                 scenario, since any fractured screw is                and will only burden the maintenance
                                             participate in developing this AD. The                  found, the RAT or RAT hub assembly                    personnel with additional logistical
                                             following presents the comments                         needs to be replaced with a new,                      procedures that do not add value. UAL
                                             received on the SNPRM (79 FR 22777,                     serviceable, reworked, and re-identified              also stated that the balance screw failure
                                             April 24, 2014) and the FAA’s response                  RAT or RAT hub assembly.                              issue and root cause are well
                                             to each comment.                                           Multiple balance washers (of different             understood by Hamilton Sundstrand
                                                                                                     weights) could be installed in a location;            and that returning failed screws will not
                                             Request To Perform a Records Review                     therefore, depending on how the screw                 provide additional information.
                                             in Lieu of an Inspection                                fractures, it may be possible to lose one,               We agree with the commenter’s
                                                FedEx requested an option to perform                 but not all, balance washers. However,                request. Returning the screws or
                                             a records review in lieu of an inspection               it is most likely that the screw head and             fractured screws is not required since
                                             to determine if any suspect RAT hub                     all balance washer(s) for that location               the issue is now well understood. We
                                             assemblies are installed. FedEx stated                  will be missing.                                      have added new paragraph (h)(2)(iii) to
                                             that this is to prevent unnecessary                        However, it is also possible that a                this AD to specifically exclude this
                                             inspections on future Model 767                         screw could fracture during its removal               requirement.
                                             airplanes delivered from Boeing.                        (i.e., the screw was not found fractured
                                                We agree with the commenter’s                                                                              Request To Add New Paragraph To
                                                                                                     during the inspection required by
                                             request. The serial number applicability                                                                      Clarify Compliance for Airplanes in
                                                                                                     paragraph (h)(1) of this AD). This
                                             relates to a sub-assembly of the RAT                                                                          Production
                                                                                                     scenario has been reported on numerous
                                             (the turbine hub assembly serial                        occasions. In this case, it is not                       Boeing requested that a new
                                             number, and not the RAT serial                          necessary to remove the RAT hub                       paragraph be added to paragraph (i) of
                                             number). Consequently, many operators                   assembly (or RAT) if removal of the                   the proposed AD (79 FR 22777, April
                                             might not have such detailed records.                   fractured screw is successful (i.e.,                  24, 2014), to read, ‘‘New OEM RAT hub
                                             However, if an operator has records                     successful removal of a screw that                    assemblies not listed in (i)(1) or (i)(2)
                                             indicating the serial number of the                     fractures during its removal).                        installed prior to airplane delivery meet
                                             turbine hub assembly that is currently                     The preamble of the SNPRM (79 FR                   the requirements of paragraph (i). After
                                             installed on the RAT of a particular                    22777, April 24, 2014) included the                   delivery, airline operators are
                                             airplane, there is no need to deploy the                paragraph, ‘‘Screw Replacement                        responsible for maintaining paragraph
                                             RAT for inspection to determine if this                 Information,’’ to provide additional                  (i) compliance.’’ Boeing stated that this
                                             AD is applicable. Therefore, a review of                clarification that if a screw fractures               language clarifies compliance for Model
                                             airplane maintenance records is                         during any screw replacement and the                  767 airplanes in production.
                                             acceptable in lieu of this inspection if                weight is still available, the balance                   We partially agree. We do not agree
                                             the part number and serial number of                    weight can be installed with the                      with the commenter’s request to add a
                                             the RAT hub assembly can be                             replacement screw. We further                         new paragraph. However, we agree that
                                             conclusively determined from that                       emphasize that screws should only be                  clarification is necessary. For airplanes
                                             review. We have revised paragraphs (g)                  replaced one at a time to prevent any                 on which new OEM RAT hub
                                             and (h) of this AD accordingly.                         potential for a removed balance washer                assemblies not listed in paragraphs (i)(1)
                                                                                                     to be installed in a different location.              and (i)(2) of this AD are installed during
                                             Request for Additional Removal                             We also provide the following                      production, it is possible for suspect
                                             Options (Screw Replacement                              additional information. The attempted                 hub assemblies to be installed, i.e., a
                                             Information)                                            removal of a fractured screw can be                   suspect hub assembly might be removed
                                               United Airlines (UAL) requested that                  done without replacement of the RAT or                from one airplane and installed on
                                             the SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24,                       RAT hub assembly only if the screw                    another airplane. Therefore, an airplane
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                                             2014) be updated to include an                          fractures during removal, and if all                  delivered with conforming parts may no
                                             additional scenario in which an                         balance washers originally installed at               longer have conforming parts due to the
                                             operator finds all balance washers in                   that location can be positively                       interchangeability of parts in service.
                                             place, but one or more screws fractured.                accounted for and can be assembled                    All airplanes must comply with the
                                             UAL stated that paragraph 2.B.(5)(d) of                 back into that location. We also note                 requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD.
                                             Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin                    that there could be more than one                     We have not changed this AD in this
                                             730814–29–15, dated February 10, 2010                   washer installed at each location. We                 regard.


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                                             Request To Revise Paragraph (i) of the                  of this AD, if those actions were                     Conclusion
                                             Proposed AD (79 FR 22777, April 24,                     performed before the effective date of                  We reviewed the relevant data,
                                             2014)                                                   this AD using the service information                 considered the comments received, and
                                                Boeing requested that paragraph (i)(3)               specified in Boeing Alert Service                     determined that air safety and the
                                             of the proposed AD (79 FR 22777, April                  Bulletin 757–29A0066, dated January 2,                public interest require adopting this AD
                                             24, 2014) be revised to read as follows:                2007 (for Model 757–200 and –200PF                    with the changes described previously
                                             ‘‘As of the effective date of this AD, no               series airplanes). Boeing Alert Service               and minor editorial changes. We have
                                                                                                     Bulletin 757–29A0066, Revision 1,                     determined that these minor changes:
                                             person may install a balance washer
                                                                                                     dated March 8, 2010 (for Model 757                      • Are consistent with the intent that
                                             screw having part number (P/N)
                                                                                                     airplanes), expanded the airplane                     was proposed in the SNPRM (79 FR
                                             MS24667–14, on the RAT hub assembly
                                                                                                     effectivity to include all Model 757                  22777, April 24, 2014) for correcting the
                                             of any airplane unless a records review
                                                                                                     airplanes; no additional work is                      unsafe condition; and
                                             can positively determine that the screws
                                                                                                     specified in this revision of the service               • Do not add any additional burden
                                             did not come from Northeast Fasteners,
                                                                                                     information. We have not changed this                 upon the public than was already
                                             lots 24057 and 30533.’’ Boeing stated
                                                                                                     AD in this regard.                                    proposed in the SNPRM (79 FR 22777,
                                             that this language would clarify that the
                                             P/N MS24667–14 screw is prohibited                      Request To Revise the Costs of                        April 24, 2014).
                                             only for installation on RAT hub                        Compliance Paragraph                                    We also determined that these
                                             assemblies.                                                                                                   changes will not increase the economic
                                                                                                        Delta Air Lines (DAL) requested that               burden on any operator or increase the
                                                We agree with the commenter’s                        the manpower and cost for materials
                                             request. Screws having P/N MS24667–                                                                           scope of this AD.
                                                                                                     specified in Hamilton Sundstrand
                                             14 should not be installed on the RAT                   Service Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated                  Related Service Information Under 1
                                             hub assembly unless operators can                       February 10, 2010, be added to the                    CFR Part 51
                                             guarantee the screws did not come from                  ‘‘Costs of Compliance’’ paragraph in the                 We reviewed the following service
                                             Northeast Fasteners, lots 24057 and                     SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014).                  information. The service information
                                             30533. Hamilton Sundstrand was the                      DAL stated that after reviewing the                   describes procedures for an inspection
                                             only company to receive screws from lot                 service information and comparing the                 to determine the part number and serial
                                             30533, so no other inventory should be                  costs to the SNPRM, two discrepancies                 number of the RAT hub assembly and
                                             contaminated with them. Several                         were noted. DAL stated that in Hamilton               replacement of the RAT or RAT hub
                                             organizations received screws from lot                  Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548–                   assembly.
                                             24057. All customers who received the                   29–18, dated February 10, 2010, it                       • Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
                                             defective screws have been advised of                   states, ‘‘For a turbine assembly or RAT               29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8,
                                             the non-conformance in lot 24057.                       with a missing balance washer, or with                2010.
                                             There was also a government-industry                    a balance washer screw that cannot be                    • Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
                                             data exchange program alert issued to                   removed in its entirety, a maximum of                 29A0110, Revision 1, dated March 8,
                                             notify other organizations of the                       9.0 man-hours will be required to                     2010.
                                             potential for the inventories to be                     disassemble the unit as necessary to                     • Boeing Special Attention Service
                                             contaminated.                                           remove the fractured screw and balance                Bulletin 757–29–0069, dated June 24,
                                                We have determined that balance                      washer, balance the turbine assembly,                 2010.
                                             washer screws with P/N MS24667–14                       assemble the unit, and test the unit.’’                  • Boeing Special Attention Service
                                             from Northeast Fasteners, lots 24057                    DAL stated that the 9 man-hour                        Bulletin 767–29–0112, dated June 24,
                                             and 30533, are non-conforming and are                   requirement and the cost for materials                2010.
                                             unacceptable for use on the RAT hub                     are not specified in the SNPRM’s ‘‘Costs                 We have also reviewed Hamilton
                                             assembly. The unsafe condition of this                  of Compliance’’ paragraph.                            Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548–
                                             AD is applicable to RAT balance washer                     We agree that the labor costs specified            29–15, dated November 30, 2005; and
                                             screws; therefore, it is appropriate to                 in Hamilton Sundstrand Service                        Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
                                             limit the required actions to balance                   Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated February                 730814–29–12, dated November 30,
                                             washer screws installed on RAT hub                      10, 2010, were not included in the ‘‘Cost             2005. The service information describes
                                             assemblies. We have changed paragraph                   of Compliance’’ paragraph in the                      procedures for rework and re-
                                             (i)(3) of this AD accordingly.                          SNPRM (79 FR 22777, April 24, 2014).                  identification of RAT hub assemblies.
                                                                                                     We have revised the ‘‘Costs of                           In addition, we have also reviewed
                                             Request for Clarification of Previous                   Compliance’’ paragraph in this final rule
                                             Actions                                                                                                       Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
                                                                                                     to include 9 work-hours for the                       729548–29–18, dated February 10, 2010;
                                                FedEx requested clarification                        replacement of balance washer screws.                 and Hamilton Sundstrand Service
                                             concerning whether credit is given for                  However, Hamilton Sundstrand Service                  Bulletin 730814–29–15, dated February
                                             accomplishment of previous actions                      Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated February                 10, 2010. The service information
                                             using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin                     10, 2010, does not specify material costs             describes procedures for a general visual
                                             757–29A0066, dated January 2, 2007                      and we have received no definitive data               inspection for missing washers and
                                             (for Model 757–200 and –200PF series                    on replacement costs.                                 fractured screws of the rotor assembly
                                             airplanes). FedEx stated that it has                       In addition, UTC Aerospace Systems                 and replacement of balance washer
                                             issued engineering orders to inspect and                has stated it will continue to cover                  screws; and inspection, rework, and re-
                                             replace the RAT hub assemblies, if                      certain costs associated with the service             identification of RAT hub assemblies.
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                                             required, for possible fractured hub                    information free of charge for 24 months                 This service information is reasonably
                                             assembly counterweights using Boeing                    after the effective date of this final rule,          available; see ADDRESSES for ways to
                                             Alert Service Bulletin 757–29A0066,                     extending the expiration dates in the                 access this service information.
                                             dated January 2, 2007.                                  service information. We have also added
                                                We agree to provide clarification.                   a warranty statement to the ‘‘Costs of                Costs of Compliance
                                             Paragraph (k) of this AD provides credit                Compliance’’ paragraph of this final                    We estimate that this AD affects 1,132
                                             for the actions required by paragraph (g)               rule.                                                 airplanes of U.S. registry.


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                                               We estimate the following costs to
                                             comply with this AD:

                                                                                                                             ESTIMATED COSTS
                                                                                                                                                                                          Cost per          Cost on U.S.
                                                             Action                                                     Labor cost                                     Parts cost         product            operators

                                             Inspection ...............................   1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .........................................       $0               $85               $96,220



                                               We estimate the following costs to do                          be required based on the results of the                  determining the number of aircraft that
                                             any necessary replacements that would                            inspection. We have no way of                            might need these replacements:

                                                                                                                          ON-CONDITION COSTS
                                                                                                                                                                                                              Cost per
                                                                              Action                                                              Labor cost                              Parts cost          product

                                             Replacement of balance washer screws ......................                Up to 9 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $765 ........                      1 $0   Up to $765.
                                             Removal and installation of RAT assembly ..................                5 work-hours × $85 per hour = $425 ............................                0    $425.
                                             Removal and installation of RAT hub assembly ...........                   2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ............................                0    $170.
                                                1 We   have received no definitive data on replacement costs.


                                                According to the manufacturer, some                           distribution of power and                                (a) Effective Date
                                             of the costs of this AD may be covered                           responsibilities among the various                         This AD is effective April 20, 2015.
                                             under warranty, thereby reducing the                             levels of government.
                                                                                                                                                                       (b) Affected ADs
                                             cost impact on affected individuals. We                            For the reasons discussed above, I
                                             do not control warranty coverage for                                                                                        None.
                                                                                                              certify that this AD:
                                             affected individuals. As a result, we                              (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory                  (c) Applicability
                                             have included all labor costs in our cost                        action’’ under Executive Order 12866,                       This AD applies to all The Boeing
                                             estimate. However, we have received no                             (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under                Company Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB,
                                             definitive data that would enable us to                          DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures                   and –300 series airplanes; and Model 767–
                                             provide cost estimates for the on-                               (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),                        200, –300, –300F, and –400ER series
                                             condition parts cost specified in this                                                                                    airplanes; certificated in any category.
                                                                                                                (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
                                             AD.                                                              in Alaska, and                                           (d) Subject
                                             Authority for This Rulemaking                                      (4) Will not have a significant                          Air Transport Association (ATA) of
                                                                                                              economic impact, positive or negative,                   America Code 29, Hydraulic Power.
                                                Title 49 of the United States Code
                                             specifies the FAA’s authority to issue                           on a substantial number of small entities                (e) Unsafe Condition
                                             rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,                            under the criteria of the Regulatory                        This AD was prompted by reports
                                             section 106, describes the authority of                          Flexibility Act.                                         indicating that the counterweights in some
                                             the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:                             List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39                       hub assemblies of the ram air turbine (RAT)
                                             Aviation Programs, describes in more                                                                                      could be understrength and fracture when
                                             detail the scope of the Agency’s                                   Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation                 the RAT is rotating, and that some RAT hub
                                                                                                              safety, Incorporation by reference,                      assemblies were delivered with balance
                                             authority.
                                                                                                              Safety.                                                  washer retention screws that were incorrectly
                                                We are issuing this rulemaking under                                                                                   heat-treated, and therefore, susceptible to
                                             the authority described in Subtitle VII,                         Adoption of the Amendment                                fracture and cracking. We are issuing this AD
                                             Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:                                                                                       to prevent an inoperative RAT, which,
                                             ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that                               Accordingly, under the authority                       following a dual engine shutdown in flight,
                                             section, Congress charges the FAA with                           delegated to me by the Administrator,                    will cause loss of all hydraulic power to the
                                             promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in                       the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as                         primary flight controls, resulting in
                                             air commerce by prescribing regulations                          follows:                                                 subsequent loss of control of the airplane.
                                             for practices, methods, and procedures                                                                                    (f) Compliance
                                                                                                              PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
                                             the Administrator finds necessary for                                                                                        Comply with this AD within the
                                                                                                              DIRECTIVES
                                             safety in air commerce. This regulation                                                                                   compliance times specified, unless already
                                             is within the scope of that authority                            ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39                  done.
                                             because it addresses an unsafe condition                         continues to read as follows:                            (g) Inspection and Replacement of Parts
                                             that is likely to exist or develop on
                                                                                                                  Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.           With a Counterweight Defect
                                             products identified in this rulemaking
                                             action.                                                                                                                      Prior to the next RAT backdrive test, or
                                                                                                              § 39.13    [Amended]                                     within 24 months after the effective date of
                                             Regulatory Findings                                                                                                       this AD, whichever occurs first: Do an
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                                                                                                              ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
                                                                                                                                                                       inspection to determine the part number and
                                               This AD will not have federalism                               the following new airworthiness
                                                                                                                                                                       serial number of the RAT hub assembly, in
                                             implications under Executive Order                               directive (AD):                                          accordance with the Accomplishment
                                             13132. This AD will not have a                                   2015–05–01 The Boeing Company:                           Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
                                             substantial direct effect on the States, on                          Amendment 39–18111; Docket No.                       757–29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8,
                                             the relationship between the national                                FAA–2008–0561; Directorate Identifier                2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing
                                             government and the States, or on the                                 2007–NM–223–AD.                                      Alert Service Bulletin 767–29A0110,



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                                             Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model              0112, dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 767              Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548–29–18,
                                             767 airplanes). A review of airplane                    airplanes). A review of airplane maintenance          dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767
                                             maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of            records is acceptable in lieu of this                 airplanes); instructs operators to return all of
                                             this inspection if the part number and serial           inspection if the part number and serial              the removed screws (including the remnants
                                             number of the RAT hub assembly can be                   number of the RAT hub assembly can be                 of the fractured screws) to Hamilton
                                             conclusively determined from that review.               conclusively determined from that review.             Sundstrand for further investigation, this AD
                                               (1) If the part number or serial number of               (1) If the part number or serial number of         does not include that requirement.
                                             the RAT hub assembly is missing, or if the              the RAT hub assembly is missing or if the               (3) If, during any inspection required by
                                             part number and serial number are specified             part number and serial number is listed in            paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, there are no
                                             in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this          paragraph 1.A., ‘‘Effectivity,’’ of Hamilton          missing balance washers and no fractured
                                             AD, and the hub assembly has not been                   Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814–29–15,             screws: Prior to the next RAT backdrive test
                                             reworked and re-identified as specified in              dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757                or within 24 months after the effective date
                                             Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin                    airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service            of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace
                                             730814–29–12, dated November 30, 2005 (for              Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated February 10,             the balance washer screws, one at a time, in
                                             Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton                       2010 (for Model 767 airplanes); and the RAT           accordance with Hamilton Sundstrand
                                             Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548–29–15,               hub assembly has not been reworked and re-            Service Bulletin 730814–29–15, dated
                                             dated November 30, 2005 (for Model 767                  identified, as specified in Hamilton                  February 10, 2010 (for Model 757 airplanes);
                                             airplanes): Prior to the next RAT backdrive             Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814–29–15,             or Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
                                             test or within 24 months after the effective            dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757                729548–29–18, dated February 10, 2010 (for
                                             date of this AD, whichever occurs first,                airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service            Model 767 airplanes).
                                             replace the RAT or RAT hub assembly with                Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated February 10,
                                                                                                     2010 (for Model 767 airplanes): Prior to the          (i) Parts Installation Limitations
                                             a new, serviceable, or reworked and re-
                                             identified RAT or RAT hub assembly, in                  next RAT backdrive test or within 24 months              (1) As of the effective date of this AD, no
                                             accordance with the Accomplishment                      after the effective date of this AD, whichever        person may install a RAT hub assembly
                                             Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin           occurs first, do a general visual inspection of       having any part number and serial number
                                             757–29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8,                 the 12 balance washer screws installed                specified in paragraphs (i)(1)(i) and (i)(1)(ii)
                                             2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing               around the perimeter of the rotor assembly            of this AD, on any airplane, unless it has
                                             Alert Service Bulletin 767–29A0110,                     for missing washers and fractured screws, in          been reworked and re-identified in
                                             Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model              accordance with the Accomplishment                    accordance with Hamilton Sundstrand
                                             767 airplanes); except as provided by                   Instructions of Hamilton Sundstrand Service           Service Bulletin 730814–29–12, dated
                                             paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of this AD.                Bulletin 730814–29–15, dated February 10,             November 30, 2005 (for Model 757
                                               (i) Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB, and                2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton           airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service
                                             –300 series airplanes having part number                Sundstrand Service Bulletin 729548–29–18,             Bulletin 729548–29–15, dated November 30,
                                             (P/N) 733785A or 733785B, and serial                    dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 767                2005 (for Model 767 airplanes).
                                             number (S/N) 0410 through 0413 inclusive,               airplanes).                                              (i) Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB, and
                                             0415, 0417 through 0430 inclusive, 0432, or                (2) If, during any inspection required by          –300 series airplanes having P/N 733785A or
                                             0434.                                                   paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, any balance              733785B; and S/N 0410 through 0413
                                               (ii) Model 767–200, –300, –300F, and                  washer is missing or any fractured screw is           inclusive, 0415, 0417 through 0430 inclusive,
                                             –400ER series airplanes having P/N 734350A,             found, prior to the next RAT backdrive test           0432, or 0434.
                                             734350B, 734350C, or 734350D; and S/N                   or within 24 months after the effective date             (ii) Model 767–200, –300, –300F, and
                                             0666, 0673 through 0684 inclusive, 0686,                of this AD, whichever occurs first: Replace           –400ER series airplanes having P/N 734350A,
                                             0687, or 0689.                                          the RAT or RAT hub assembly with a new,               734350B, 734350C, or 734350D, and S/N
                                               (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin               serviceable, or reworked and re-identified            0666, 0673 through 0684 inclusive, 0686,
                                             757–29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8,                 RAT or RAT hub assembly, in accordance                0687, or 0689.
                                             2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing               with the Accomplishment Instructions of                  (2) As of the effective date of this AD, no
                                             Alert Service Bulletin 767–29A0110,                     Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin             person may install a RAT hub assembly
                                             Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model              757–29–0069, dated June 24, 2010 (for Model           having any applicable part number and serial
                                             767 airplanes); specifies to contact Hamilton           757 airplanes); or Boeing Special Attention           number specified in paragraphs (i)(2)(i) and
                                             Sundstrand for a replacement unit, this AD              Service Bulletin 767–29–0112, dated June 24,          (i)(2)(ii) of this AD, on any airplane, unless
                                             does not require that action.                           2010 (for Model 767 airplanes); except as             it has been inspected, reworked, and re-
                                               (3) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin               provided by paragraphs (h)(2)(i), (h)(2)(ii),         identified in accordance with Hamilton
                                             757–29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8,                 and (h)(2)(iii) of this AD.                           Sundstrand Service Bulletin 730814–29–15,
                                             2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing                  (i) Where Boeing Special Attention Service         dated February 10, 2010 (for Model 757
                                             Alert Service Bulletin 767–29A0110,                     Bulletin 757–29–0069, dated June 24, 2010             airplanes); or Hamilton Sundstrand Service
                                             Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model              (for Model 757 airplanes); and Boeing Special         Bulletin 729548–29–18, dated February 10,
                                             767 airplanes); specifies to return all RAT             Attention Service Bulletin 767–29–0112,               2010 (for Model 767 airplanes).
                                             hub assemblies to Hamilton Sundstrand for               dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 767                       (i) Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB, and
                                             rework and test, operators may return the               airplanes); specify to contact Hamilton               –300 series airplanes having P/N 733785AB
                                             RAT or RAT hub assembly to Hamilton                     Sundstrand for a replacement unit, this AD            Series, and S/N 0107, 0105, 0121, 0151, 0179,
                                             Sundstrand or to an FAA-approved repair                 does not require that action.                         0204, 0282, 0289, 0296, 0315, 0319, 0337,
                                             facility that has the capability to disassemble,           (ii) Where Boeing Special Attention                0390, 0403, 0412, 0421, 0424, 0426, 0429,
                                             repair, balance, and test the RAT or RAT hub            Service Bulletin 757–29–0069, dated June 24,          0430, 0439, 0445, 0450, 0477, 0503, 0510,
                                             assembly.                                               2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); and Boeing            0512, 0584, 0585, 0591, 0599, 0609, 0617,
                                                                                                     Special Attention Service Bulletin 767–29–            0624, 0656, 0673, 0685, 0789, 0822, 0841,
                                             (h) Inspection and Replacement of Parts                 0112, dated June 24, 2010 (for Model 767              0854, 0911, 0912, 0936, 0957, 0961, 0971,
                                             With a Balance Washer Screw Defect                      airplanes); instruct operators to return all          1061, 1064, 1096, 1101, 1102, 1105, 1113,
                                               Prior to the next RAT backdrive test, or              RAT or RAT hub assemblies to Hamilton                 1117, 1170, 1172, 1173, or X2069.
                                             within 24 months after the effective date of            Sundstrand for rework and test, operators                (ii) Model 767–200, –300, –300F, and
                                             this AD, whichever occurs first: Do an                  may return the RAT or RAT hub assembly to             –400ER series airplanes having P/N 734350
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                                             inspection to determine the part number and             Hamilton Sundstrand or an FAA-approved                Series, and S/N 0042, 0074, 0170, 0183, 0207,
                                             serial number on the RAT hub assembly, in               repair facility that has the capability to            0311, 0312, 0324, 0336, 0337, 0347, 0367,
                                             accordance with the Accomplishment                      disassemble, repair, balance, and test the            0372, 0379, 0381, 0391, 0427, 0431, 0469,
                                             Instructions of Boeing Special Attention                RAT or RAT hub assembly.                              0495, 0500, 0530, 0531, 0533, 0538, 0539,
                                             Service Bulletin 757–29–0069, dated June 24,               (iii) Where Hamilton Sundstrand Service            0550, 0551, 0575, 0584, 0619, 0626, 0666,
                                             2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Boeing               Bulletin 730814–29–15, dated February 10,             0670, 0676, 0690, 0700, 0701, 0734, 0750,
                                             Special Attention Service Bulletin 767–29–              2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); or Hamilton           0800, 0801, 0813, 0835, 0836, 0908, 0923,



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                                             0958, 0968, 0980, 1009, 1012, 1019, 1046,               of the local flight standards district office/           (3) For Boeing service information
                                             1052, 1054, 1102, 1127, 1167, 1264, 1285,               certificate holding district office.                  identified in this AD, contact Boeing
                                             1300, 1317, 1322, 1362, 1372, 1394, 1398,                 (4) For Boeing Model 757–200, –200PF,               Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data &
                                             1436, 1594, 1633, 1634, 1635, 1636, 1637,               –200CB, and –300 series airplanes: An                 Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC
                                             1638, 1639, 1640, 1641, 1642, 1643, 1644,               AMOC that provides an acceptable level of             2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone
                                             1645, 1646, 1647, 1648, 1649, 1650, 1651,               safety may be used for any repair required by         206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–
                                             1652, or X2063.                                         this AD if it is approved by the Boeing               5680; email me.boecom@boeing.com; Internet
                                               (3) As of the effective date of this AD, no           Commercial Airplanes Organization                     https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
                                             person may install a balance washer screw               Designation Authorization (ODA) that has                 (4) For Hamilton Sundstrand service
                                             having P/N MS24667–14, on the RAT hub                   been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles           information identified in this AD, contact
                                             assembly of any airplane unless it can be               ACO, to make those findings. For a repair             Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical
                                             positively determined from a records review             method to be approved, the repair must meet           Publications, Mail Stop 302–9, 4747 Harrison
                                             that the screws did not come from Northeast             the certification basis of the airplane and the       Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125–
                                             Fasteners, lots 24057 and 30533.                        approval must specifically refer to this AD.          7002; phone: 860–654–3575; fax: 860–998–
                                                                                                       (5) For Boeing Model 767–200, –300,                 4564; email: tech.solutions@hs.utc.com;
                                             (j) No Information Submission                           –300F, and –400ER series airplanes: An                Internet: http://www.hamiltons
                                                Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin               AMOC that provides an acceptable level of             undstrand.com.
                                             757–29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8,                 safety may be used for any repair required by            (5) You may view this service information
                                             2010 (for Model 757 airplanes); and Boeing              this AD if it is approved by the Boeing               at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
                                             Alert Service Bulletin 767–29A0110,                     Commercial Airplanes Organization                     Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
                                             Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (for Model              Designation Authorization (ODA) that has              information on the availability of this
                                             767 airplanes); specify to submit information           been authorized by the Manager, Seattle               material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
                                             to the manufacturer, this AD does not                   ACO, to make those findings. For a repair                (6) You may view this service information
                                             include that requirement.                               method to be approved, the repair must meet           that is incorporated by reference at the
                                                                                                     the certification basis of the airplane and the       National Archives and Records
                                             (k) Credit for Previous Actions
                                                                                                     approval must specifically refer to this AD.          Administration (NARA). For information on
                                                This paragraph provides credit for the                                                                     the availability of this material at NARA, call
                                             actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD,           (m) Related Information
                                                                                                                                                           202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.
                                             if those actions were performed before the                (1) For more information about Boeing               gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
                                             effective date of this AD using the service             Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB, and –300
                                             information specified in paragraph (k)(1) or            series airplanes in this AD, contact: Jerry             Issued in Renton, Washington, on February
                                             (k)(2) of this AD, as applicable. These                 Ramos, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and                23, 2015.
                                             documents are not incorporated by reference             Equipment Branch, ANM–130L, FAA, Los                  Jeffrey E. Duven,
                                             in this AD.                                             Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard,                Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
                                                (1) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–               Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627–              Aircraft Certification Service.
                                             29A0066, dated January 2, 2007 (for Model               5296; fax: 562–627–5210; email:                       [FR Doc. 2015–05035 Filed 3–13–15; 8:45 am]
                                             757–200 and –200PF series airplanes).                   Jerry.Ramos@faa.gov.
                                                                                                                                                           BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
                                                (2) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–                 (2) For more information about Boeing
                                             29A0110, dated January 2, 2007 (for Model               Model 767–200, –300, –300F, and –400ER
                                             767–200 and –300 series airplanes).                     series airplanes in this AD, contact Douglas
                                                                                                     Tsuji, Senior Aerospace Engineer, Systems
                                             (l) Alternative Methods of Compliance                                                                         DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
                                                                                                     and Equipment Branch, ANM–130S, FAA,
                                             (AMOCs)
                                                                                                     Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
                                                (1) For Boeing Model 757–200, –200PF,                WA 98057–3356; telephone: 425–917–6546;               32 CFR Part 266
                                             –200CB, and –300 series airplanes: The                  fax: 425–917–6590; Douglas.Tsuji@faa.gov.
                                             Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification               (3) Service information identified in this          RIN 0790–AJ30
                                             Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to                 AD that is not incorporated by reference is
                                             approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested                 available at the addresses specified in               Audits of State and Local
                                             using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.             paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(5) of this AD.              Governments, Institutions of Higher
                                             In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
                                             request to your principal inspector or local            (n) Material Incorporated by Reference                Education, and Other Nonprofit
                                             Flight Standards District Office, as                       (1) The Director of the Federal Register           Institutions
                                             appropriate. If sending information directly            approved the incorporation by reference               AGENCY:    Department of Defense.
                                             to the manager of the ACO, send it to the               (IBR) of the service information listed in this
                                             attention of the person identified in                   paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR             ACTION:   Final rule.
                                             paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Information may            part 51.
                                             be emailed to: 9-ANM-LAACO-AMOC-                           (2) You must use this service information          SUMMARY:   This final rule removes
                                             REQUESTS@faa.gov.                                       as applicable to do the actions required by           regulations concerning the audits of
                                                (2) For Boeing Model 767–200, –300,                  this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.           state and local governments, institutions
                                             –300F, and –400ER series airplanes: The                    (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–             of higher education, and other nonprofit
                                             Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office          29A0066, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010.             institutions. The Code of Federal
                                             (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve                   (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–            Regulations (CFR) provisions being
                                             AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the               29A0110, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010.             removed contain policies and
                                             procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In                       (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service
                                                                                                                                                           procedures directed at DoD component
                                             accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your                 Bulletin 757–29–0069, dated June 24, 2010.
                                             request to your principal inspector or local               (iv) Boeing Special Attention Service              personnel and not the public.
                                             Flight Standards District Office, as                    Bulletin 767–29–0112, dated June 24, 2010.            Additionally, other DoD guidance on
                                             appropriate. If sending information directly               (v) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin           this subject has been published in the
                                             to the manager of the ACO, send it to the               729548–29–15, dated November 30, 2005.                Defense Grant and Agreement
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                                             attention of the person identified in                      (vi) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin          Regulations, to provide appropriate
                                             paragraph (m)(2) of this AD. Information may            729548–29–18, dated February 10, 2010.                notice to outside entities.
                                             be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-                     (vii) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
                                                                                                                                                           DATES: This rule is effective on March
                                             Requests@faa.gov.                                       730814–29–12, dated November 30, 2005.
                                                (3) Before using any approved AMOC,                     (viii) Hamilton Sundstrand Service                 16, 2015.
                                             notify your appropriate principal inspector,            Bulletin 730814–29–15, dated February 10,             FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
                                             or lacking a principal inspector, the manager           2010.                                                 Patricia Toppings at 571–372–0485.


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CategoryRegulatory Information
CollectionFederal Register
sudoc ClassAE 2.7:
GS 4.107:
AE 2.106:
PublisherOffice of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
SectionRules and Regulations
ActionFinal rule.
DatesThis AD is effective April 20, 2015.
ContactDouglas Tsuji, Senior Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-917-6546; fax: 425-917-6590; [email protected]
FR Citation80 FR 13486 
RIN Number2120-AA64
CFR AssociatedAir Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety

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