80 FR 19878 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 71 (April 14, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 71 (April 14, 2015)
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| FR Document | 2015-08137 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 71 (Tuesday, April 14, 2015)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 19878-19881] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-08137] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2014-0920; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-192-AD; Amendment 39-18135; AD 2015-07-07] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300ER, and 777F series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a jettison fuel pump that was shut off by the automatic shutoff system during the center tank fuel scavenge process on a short-range flight and a subsequent failure analysis of the fuel scavenge system. This AD requires making wiring changes, modifying certain power panels, installing electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software, and accomplishing a functional test. We are issuing this AD to prevent extended dry running of the jettison fuel pumps, which can be a potential ignition source inside the main fuel tanks, and consequent fuel tank fire or explosion in the event that the jettison pump overheats or has an electrical fault. DATES: This AD is effective May 19, 2015. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of May 19, 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; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2014- 0920. [[Page 19879]] For GE Aviation service information identified in this AD, contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; phone: 513-552-3272; email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet: http://www.geaviation.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. 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-2014- 0920; 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: Tak Kobayashi, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6499; fax: 425-917-6590; email: takahisa.kobayashi@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300ER, and 777F series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 10, 2014 (79 FR 73252). The NPRM was prompted by a report of a jettison fuel pump that was shut off by the automatic shutoff system during the center tank fuel scavenge process on a short-range flight. The NPRM proposed to require making wiring changes, modifying certain power panels, installing ELMS2 software, and accomplishing a functional test. We are issuing this AD to prevent extended dry running of the jettison fuel pumps, which can be a potential ignition source inside the main fuel tanks, and consequent fuel tank fire or explosion in the event that the jettison pump overheats or has an electrical fault. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Concurrence With NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014) FedEx stated that it concurs with the proposed requirements specified in NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014). Request To Revise Costs of Compliance Section The Boeing Company (Boeing) requested that we revise the Costs of Compliance section of the NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014). Boeing explained that the number of airplanes used in the cost estimate calculations is incorrect. For Groups 1 through 4 airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, dated September 8, 2014, for which hardware and software changes are required, the number of affected U.S. registered airplanes is 9, instead of 7. For Group 5 airplanes, for which an ELMS2 software update is required, the number of affected U.S. registered airplanes is 2, not 4. We agree with the commenter. We have changed the number of airplanes in the ``Costs of Compliance'' section of this AD accordingly. We have also used information in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015, to calculate the estimated costs. Requests To Include Revised Service Information Boeing, All Nippon Airways (ANA), and FedEx requested that we revise the NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014) to refer to a new revision of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083. Boeing, ANA, and FedEx stated that a revised service bulletin is expected to be sent to the FAA before the release of this AD and that referencing the revised service bulletin would eliminate the need for alternative methods of compliance (AMOC) approval of the revised service bulletin. We agree with the commenters. Boeing has issued Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. This service bulletin was revised to correct wire length and part numbers in wire kits. We have changed this AD to reference Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015, throughout. We have also added paragraph (h) of this AD to give credit for actions performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, dated September 8, 2014, and have redesignated subsequent paragraphs accordingly. Request To Revise the Unsafe Condition Boeing requested that we revise the unsafe condition, as described in paragraph (e) of the NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014). Boeing stated that the fuel jettison pumps that are the subject of this AD are not a potential fuel tank ignition source because the pumps in question have been qualified to run dry without causing adverse pump operating temperatures for 600 hours. The jettison pump design includes redundant safety features to prevent fuel tank ignition. Boeing also stated that, based on service history and given the number of flight hours accrued by Model 777 airplanes, a conservative analysis shows the chance of a jettison pump running dry and causing a fuel tank ignition is less than extremely improbable. We disagree to revise the unsafe condition as stated in the Summary and paragraph (e) of this AD. We acknowledge that the fuel jettison pumps in question are properly qualified, and there is no known failure condition that could result in an ignition source. However, based on service experience of various types of fuel pumps, the FAA and industry may be unable to anticipate all of the possible mechanical and electrical failure modes of the fuel pumps that could result in an ignition source. For example, fuel pump qualification tests do not evaluate dry running of a fuel pump with debris ingested. Therefore, we have determined that extended dry running of the fuel jettison pump is a potential ignition source. We have made no changes to this AD in this regard. 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 NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014) for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 73252, December 10, 2014). We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic [[Page 19880]] burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Special Attention Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. The service information describes, among other actions, procedures for making wiring changes to the engine fuel feed system, modifying certain power panels, installing ELMS2 software, and accomplishing a functional test. Refer to this service information for information on the procedures and compliance times. This service information is reasonably available; see ADDRESSES for ways to access this service information. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 11 airplanes of U.S. registry. 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Group 1 through Group 4 Up to 40 work- Up to $1,461........... $4,861 Up to $43,749. airplanes: Hardware and hours x $85 per software changes (9 hour = $3,400. airplanes). Group 5 airplanes: ELMS2 8 work-hours x 0...................... 680 1,360. software update (2 $85 per hour = airplanes). $680. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 costs in our cost estimate. 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] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2015-07-07 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18135; Docket No. FAA- 2014-0920; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-192-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 19, 2015. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, - 300ER, and 777F series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28: Fuel. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report of a jettison fuel pump that was shut off by the automatic shutoff system during the center tank fuel scavenge process on a short-range flight. We are issuing this AD to prevent extended dry running of the jettison fuel pumps, which can be a potential ignition source inside the main fuel tanks, and consequent fuel tank fire or explosion in the event that the jettison pump overheats or has an electrical fault. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Wiring and Software Changes (1) For Groups 1 through 4 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015: Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD, make wiring changes, modify power panels P110 and P210, install electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software, and accomplish the functional test and all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (2) For Group 5 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015: Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, install ELMS2 software, and accomplish the functional test and all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28- 0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. [[Page 19881]] Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; and GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; are additional sources of guidance for modifying the P110 and P210 panels, respectively. (h) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, dated September 8, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) 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 (j)(l) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. (2) 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. (3) 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. (4) If the service information contains steps or procedures that are identified as RC (Required for Compliance), those steps or procedures must be done to comply with this AD; any steps or procedures that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those steps or procedures that are not identified as RC may be deviated from, done as part of other actions, or done using accepted methods different from those identified in the specified service information without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the steps or procedures identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in a serviceable condition. Any substitutions or changes to steps or procedures identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (j) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Tak Kobayashi, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6499; fax: 425-917-6590; email: takahisa.kobayashi@faa.gov. (2) For GE Aviation service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference in this AD, contact GE Aviation service information identified in this AD, contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; phone: 513-552-3272; email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet: http://www.geaviation.com. (k) 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 Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. (ii) Reserved. (3) For 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; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (4) 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. (5) 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 March 27, 2015. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2015-08137 Filed 4-13-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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FR 5034, January 30, 2015), and adding Directorate, FAA, has the authority to locations.html.
the following new AD: approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 6,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. 2015.
2015–08–02 Dassault Aviation: In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
Amendment 39–18138. Docket No. request to your principal inspector or local John P. Piccola,
FAA–2015–0825; Directorate Identifier Flight Standards District Office, as Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
2015–NM–035–AD. appropriate. If sending information directly Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
(a) Effective Date to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: [FR Doc. 2015–08389 Filed 4–13–15; 8:45 am]
Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
This AD becomes effective April 29, 2015.
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
(b) Affected ADs Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
This AD replaces AD 2015–02–04, Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Amendment 39–18071 (80 FR 5034, January telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149.
30, 2015). Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- Federal Aviation Administration
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using
(c) Applicability any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal
14 CFR Part 39
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation
Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes, inspector, the manager of the local flight [Docket No. FAA–2014–0920; Directorate
certificated in any category, as identified in standards district office/certificate holding Identifier 2014–NM–192–AD; Amendment
paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. district office. The AMOC approval letter 39–18135; AD 2015–07–07]
(1) Airplanes with manufacturer serial must specifically reference this AD.
numbers 5, 7, 27, 30, 34, 36, 78, 132, and 251 (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the RIN 2120–AA64
through 352 inclusive. effective date of this AD, for any requirement
(2) Airplanes with manufacturer serial in this AD to obtain corrective actions from Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
numbers 2 through 250 inclusive, having a manufacturer, the action must be Company Airplanes
Honeywell (formerly Allied Signal, Garrett accomplished using a method approved by AGENCY: Federal Aviation
AiResearch) TFE731–40–1C engines the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
modified by Dassault Aviation Service 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
Administration (FAA), DOT.
Bulletin F50–280. the European Aviation Safety Agency ACTION: Final rule.
(EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design
(d) Subject SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
Air Transport Association (ATA) of the DOA, the approval must include the airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
America Code 24, Electrical Power. DOA-authorized signature. The Boeing Company Model 777–200,
(e) Reason –200LR, –300ER, and 777F series
(i) Related Information airplanes. This AD was prompted by a
This AD was prompted by a report of an Refer to Mandatory Continuing
untimely and intermittent indication of slat
report of a jettison fuel pump that was
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA shut off by the automatic shutoff system
activity due to chafing of the electrical wiring Airworthiness Directive 2014–0024, dated
under the glare shield and behind the flight during the center tank fuel scavenge
January 23, 2014, for related information.
deck front panel, and also our determination process on a short-range flight and a
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
that the published version of AD 2015–02– on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov subsequent failure analysis of the fuel
04, Amendment 39–18071 (80 FR 5034, by searching for and locating Docket No. scavenge system. This AD requires
January 30, 2015), incorrectly identified the FAA–2015–0825. making wiring changes, modifying
AD number as ‘‘AD 2014–02–04.’’ We are certain power panels, installing
issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the (j) Material Incorporated by Reference electrical load management system 2
electrical wiring, which could result in a (1) The Director of the Federal Register
short circuit and generation of smoke in the (ELMS2) software, and accomplishing a
approved the incorporation by reference functional test. We are issuing this AD
cockpit, potential loss of several functions (IBR) of the service information listed in this
essential for safe flight, and consequent to prevent extended dry running of the
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
reduced controllability of the airplane. part 51.
jettison fuel pumps, which can be a
(2) You must use this service information potential ignition source inside the
(f) Compliance
as applicable to do the actions required by main fuel tanks, and consequent fuel
Comply with this AD within the tank fire or explosion in the event that
compliance times specified, unless already this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(3) The following service information was the jettison pump overheats or has an
done.
approved for IBR on March 6, 2015, (80 FR electrical fault.
(g) Retained Installation of Protective Plates, 5034, January 30, 2015). DATES: This AD is effective May 19,
With No Changes (i) Dassault Service Bulletin F50–530, 2015.
This paragraph restates the requirements of dated November 12, 2013. The Director of the Federal Register
paragraph (g) of AD 2015–02–04, (ii) Reserved.
approved the incorporation by reference
Amendment 39–18071 (80 FR 5034, January (4) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box of a certain publication listed in this AD
30, 2015), with no changes. Within 74 as of May 19, 2015.
months after March 6, 2015 (the effective 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
date of AD 2015–02–04), install two Rilsan telephone 201–440–6700; Internet http:// ADDRESSES: For Boeing service
protective plates between the glare shield www.dassaultfalcon.com. information identified in this AD,
electrical wiring and the engine fire pull (5) You may view this service information contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
handles, in accordance with the at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, Attention: Data & Services Management,
asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA
Service Bulletin F50–530, dated November information on the availability of this 98124–2207; telephone 206–544–5000,
12, 2013. material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(6) You may view this service information
extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Internet
(h) Other FAA AD Provisions that is incorporated by reference at the https://www.myboeingfleet.com. It is
The following provisions also apply to this National Archives and Records also available on the Internet at http://
AD: Administration (NARA). For information on www.regulations.gov by searching for
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance the availability of this material at NARA, call and locating Docket No. FAA–2014–
(AMOCs): The Manager, International 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// 0920.
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burden on any operator or increase the other actions, procedures for making reasonably available; see ADDRESSES for
scope of this AD. wiring changes to the engine fuel feed ways to access this service information.
Related Service Information Under 1 system, modifying certain power panels,
Costs of Compliance
CFR Part 51 installing ELMS2 software, and
accomplishing a functional test. Refer to We estimate that this AD affects 11
We reviewed Boeing Special this service information for information
Attention Bulletin 777–28–0083, airplanes of U.S. registry.
on the procedures and compliance
Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. The We estimate the following costs to
times. This service information is
service information describes, among comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Group 1 through Group 4 airplanes: Hard- Up to 40 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $1,461 ....... $4,861 Up to $43,749.
ware and software changes (9 air- $3,400.
planes).
Group 5 airplanes: ELMS2 software up- 8 work-hours × $85 per hour = $680 ....... 0 .......................... 680 1,360.
date (2 airplanes).
According to the manufacturer, some (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Service Bulletin 777–28–0083, Revision 1,
of the costs of this AD may be covered DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures dated March 6, 2015.
under warranty, thereby reducing the (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (d) Subject
cost impact on affected individuals. We (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation Air Transport Association (ATA) of
do not control warranty coverage for in Alaska, and America Code 28: Fuel.
affected individuals. As a result, we (4) Will not have a significant
have included all costs in our cost economic impact, positive or negative, (e) Unsafe Condition
estimate. on a substantial number of small entities This AD was prompted by a report of a
under the criteria of the Regulatory jettison fuel pump that was shut off by the
Authority for This Rulemaking automatic shutoff system during the center
Flexibility Act.
Title 49 of the United States Code tank fuel scavenge process on a short-range
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 flight. We are issuing this AD to prevent
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, extended dry running of the jettison fuel
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation pumps, which can be a potential ignition
section 106, describes the authority of safety, Incorporation by reference, source inside the main fuel tanks, and
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Safety. consequent fuel tank fire or explosion in the
Aviation Programs, describes in more event that the jettison pump overheats or has
detail the scope of the Agency’s Adoption of the Amendment an electrical fault.
authority. Accordingly, under the authority
We are issuing this rulemaking under (f) Compliance
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the authority described in Subtitle VII, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Comply with this AD within the
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: compliance times specified, unless already
follows: done.
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (g) Wiring and Software Changes
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in DIRECTIVES (1) For Groups 1 through 4 airplanes, as
air commerce by prescribing regulations identified in Boeing Special Attention
for practices, methods, and procedures ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Service Bulletin 777–28–0083, Revision 1,
the Administrator finds necessary for continues to read as follows: dated March 6, 2015: Within 36 months after
safety in air commerce. This regulation Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. the effective date of this AD, make wiring
is within the scope of that authority changes, modify power panels P110 and
because it addresses an unsafe condition § 39.13 [Amended] P210, install electrical load management
system 2 (ELMS2) software, and accomplish
that is likely to exist or develop on ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the functional test and all applicable
products identified in this rulemaking the following new airworthiness corrective actions, in accordance with the
action. directive (AD): Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
Regulatory Findings 2015–07–07 The Boeing Company: Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–
Amendment 39–18135; Docket No. 0083, Revision 1, dated March 6, 2015. Do all
This AD will not have federalism FAA–2014–0920; Directorate Identifier applicable corrective actions before further
implications under Executive Order 2014–NM–192–AD. flight.
13132. This AD will not have a (2) For Group 5 airplanes, as identified in
substantial direct effect on the States, on (a) Effective Date Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin
the relationship between the national This AD is effective May 19, 2015. 777–28–0083, Revision 1, dated March 6,
asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
government and the States, or on the 2015: Within 12 months after the effective
(b) Affected ADs date of this AD, install ELMS2 software, and
distribution of power and accomplish the functional test and all
None.
responsibilities among the various applicable corrective actions, in accordance
levels of government. (c) Applicability with the Accomplishment Instructions of
For the reasons discussed above, I This AD applies to The Boeing Company Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin
certify that this AD: Model 777–200, –200LR, –300ER, and 777F 777–28–0083, Revision 1, dated March 6,
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory series airplanes, certificated in any category, 2015. Do all applicable corrective actions
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, as identified in Boeing Special Attention before further flight.
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Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: GE by reference in this AD, contact GE Aviation mandatory continuing airworthiness
Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM–28–075, service information identified in this AD, information (MCAI) issued by an
Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; and GE contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 aviation authority of another country to
Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM–28–076, Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; identify and correct an unsafe condition
Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; are phone: 513–552–3272; email:
additional sources of guidance for modifying aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet:
on an aviation product. The MCAI
the P110 and P210 panels, respectively. http://www.geaviation.com. describes the unsafe condition as the
potential for a spring on the air
(h) Credit for Previous Actions (k) Material Incorporated by Reference conditioning compressor clutch plate to
This paragraph provides credit for actions (1) The Director of the Federal Register shear the oil cooler inlet-hose due to the
required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of approved the incorporation by reference close routing of these parts without a
this AD, if those actions were performed (IBR) of the service information listed in this protective cover. We are issuing this AD
before the effective date of this AD using paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR to require actions to address the unsafe
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin part 51. condition on these products.
777–28–0083, dated September 8, 2014, (2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by DATES: This AD is effective May 19,
which is not incorporated by reference in this
AD. this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. 2015.
(i) Boeing Special Attention Service The Director of the Federal Register
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance Bulletin 777–28–0083, Revision 1, dated approved the incorporation by reference
(AMOCs) March 6, 2015. of a certain publication listed in the AD
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft (ii) Reserved. as of May 19, 2015.
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the (3) For service information identified in ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
docket on the Internet at http://
requested using the procedures found in 14 Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, www.regulations.gov by searching for
send your request to your principal inspector Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206– and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
or local Flight Standards District Office, as 544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; 0132; or in person at Document
appropriate. If sending information directly Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. Management Facility, U.S. Department
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the (4) You may view this service information of Transportation, Docket Operations,
attention of the person identified in at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
paragraph (j)(l) of this AD. Information may Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- information on the availability of this Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Requests@faa.gov. material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. For service information identified in
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, (5) You may view this service information
notify your appropriate principal inspector, that is incorporated by reference at the
this AD, contact PILATUS AIRCRAFT
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager National Archives and Records LTD., Customer Technical Support
of the local flight standards district office/ Administration (NARA). For information on (MCC), P.O. Box 992, CH–6371 Stans,
certificate holding district office. the availability of this material at NARA, call Switzerland; phone: +41 (0)41 619 67
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// 74; fax: +41 (0)41 619 67 73; email:
level of safety may be used for any repair www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- Techsupport@pilatus-aircraft.com;
required by this AD if it is approved by the locations.html. Internet: http://www.pilatus-
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization aircraft.com. You may view this service
Issued in Renton, Washington, on March
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has information at the FAA, Small Airplane
27, 2015.
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair Michael Kaszycki, Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City,
method to be approved, the repair must meet Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Missouri 64106. For information on the
the certification basis of the airplane, and the Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. availability of this material at the FAA,
approval must specifically refer to this AD. [FR Doc. 2015–08137 Filed 4–13–15; 8:45 am] call (816) 329–4148. It is also available
(4) If the service information contains steps BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
on the Internet at http://
or procedures that are identified as RC www.regulations.gov by searching for
(Required for Compliance), those steps or and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
procedures must be done to comply with this 0132.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
AD; any steps or procedures that are not
identified as RC are recommended. Those FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Federal Aviation Administration Doug Rudolph, Aerospace Engineer,
steps or procedures that are not identified as
RC may be deviated from, done as part of FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901
other actions, or done using accepted 14 CFR Part 39 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City,
methods different from those identified in Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–
[Docket No. FAA–2015–0132; Directorate
the specified service information without 4059; fax: (816) 329–4090; email:
Identifier 2014–CE–038–AD; Amendment
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided doug.rudolph@faa.gov.
39–18132; AD 2015–07–04]
the steps or procedures identified as RC can
be done and the airplane can be put back in SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
RIN 2120–AA64
a serviceable condition. Any substitutions or Discussion
changes to steps or procedures identified as Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus
RC require approval of an AMOC. We issued a notice of proposed
Aircraft Ltd. Airplanes
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
(j) Related Information
AGENCY: Federal Aviation part 39 to adding an AD that would
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(1) For more information about this AD, Administration (FAA), Department of apply to PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. Model
contact Tak Kobayashi, Aerospace Engineer, Transportation (DOT). PC–7 airplanes. The NPRM was
Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, Seattle
ACTION: Final rule. published in the Federal Register on
Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; January 29, 2015 (80 FR 4810). The
phone: 425–917–6499; fax: 425–917–6590; SUMMARY: We are adopting a new NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe
email: takahisa.kobayashi@faa.gov. airworthiness directive (AD) for condition for the specified products and
(2) For GE Aviation service information PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. Model PC–7 was based on mandatory continuing
identified in this AD that is not incorporated airplanes. This AD results from airworthiness information (MCAI)
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective May 19, 2015. | |
| Contact | Tak Kobayashi, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6499; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 19878 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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