80 FR 30349 - Airworthiness Directives; Zodiac Seats France (Formerly Sicma Aero Seat) Passenger Seat Assemblies
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 102 (May 28, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 102 (May 28, 2015)
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| FR Document | 2015-11392 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 102 (Thursday, May 28, 2015)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 30349-30352] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-11392] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-1282; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-007-AD; Amendment 39-18157; AD 2015-10-02] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Zodiac Seats France (Formerly Sicma Aero Seat) Passenger Seat Assemblies AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-20-11, for Zodiac Seats France 9140, 9166, 9173, 9174, 9184, 9188, 9196, 91B7, 91B8, 91C0, 91C2, 91C4, 91C5, 91C9, 9301, and 9501 series passenger seat assemblies. AD 2014-20-11 required a general visual inspection for cracking of [[Page 30350]] backrest links; replacement with new links if cracking is found; and eventual replacement of all links with new links. This AD was prompted by a determination that a model designation specified in paragraph (c)(1) of that AD was incorrect. This new AD identifies the correct model designation. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the backrest links, which could affect the structural integrity of seat backrests. Failure of the backrest links could result in injury to an occupant during emergency landing conditions. DATES: This AD becomes effective June 12, 2015. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of October 22, 2014 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014). We must receive comments on this AD by July 13, 2015. ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this AD, contact Zodiac Seats France, 7, Rue Lucien Coupet, 36100 ISSOUDUN, France; telephone +33 (0) 2 54 03 39 39; fax +33 (0) 2 54 03 39 00; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.sicma.zodiacaerospace.com/en/. 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-2015- 1282; or in person at the Docket Operations office 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 street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ian Lucas, Aerospace Engineer, Boston Aircraft Certification Office (ACO) ANE-150, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7170; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion On September 23, 2014, we issued AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), to supersede AD 2011-07-05, Amendment 39-16642 (76 FR 18020, April 1, 2011). AD 2014-20-11 applied to certain Zodiac Seats France 9140, 9166, 9173, 9174, 9184, 9188, 9196, 91B7, 91B8, 91C0, 91C2, 91C4, 91C5, 91C9, 9301, and 9501 series passenger seat assemblies; identified in Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012, of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012. AD 2014-20-11 was prompted by a report that new seat backrest links could be affected by cracks similar to those identified on the backrest links with the previous design. AD 2014-20-11 required a general visual inspection for cracking of backrest links, which includes new seat backrest links; replacement with new links if cracking is found; and eventual replacement of all links with new links. We issued AD 2014-20-11 to detect and correct cracking of backrest links, which could affect the structural integrity of seat backrests. Failure of the backrest links could result in injury to an occupant during emergency landing conditions. AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), corresponds to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2012-0038, dated March 12, 2012. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-1282. Since we issued AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), we have determined that, in paragraph (c)(1) of AD 2014-20-11, a model designation incorrectly specified ``A320-300'' instead of ``A330-300'' as one of the models that the affected passenger seats might be installed on. Therefore, we have determined that paragraph (c)(1) of this AD should read as follows: Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, and A330-300 series airplanes. We have also re-designated paragraph (l) of AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), as paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. We also added a new paragraph (l)(2) to this AD to provide information on the availability of service information that is not incorporated by reference in this AD. FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of these same type designs. FAA's Determination of the Effective Date Since there are currently no domestic operators of airplanes that are equipped with this product, notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing this AD are unnecessary. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2015-1282; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-007-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 0 seat assemblies installed on, but not limited to, transport airplanes of U.S. registry. [[Page 30351]] The actions required by AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), and retained in this AD take about 1 work-hour per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Required parts cost about $227 per product. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that were required by AD 2014-20-11 is $312 per product. Since this AD only clarifies airplane models on which the affected passenger seat assemblies might be installed, this AD adds no additional economic burden. 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 We determined that 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 the 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 removing airworthiness directive (AD) 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), and adding the following new AD: 2015-10-02 Zodiac Seats France (formerly Sicma Aero Seat): Amendment 39-18157. Docket No. FAA-2015-1282; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM- 007-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective June 12, 2015. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Zodiac Seats France 9140, 9166, 9173, 9174, 9184, 9188, 9196, 91B7, 91B8, 91C0, 91C2, 91C4, 91C5, 91C9, 9301, and 9501 series passenger seat assemblies; identified in Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012, of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012. These passenger seat assemblies are installed on, but not limited to, the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, and A330-300 series airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes. (3) The Boeing Company Model 777-200, 777-200LR, 777-300, 777- 300ER, and 777F series airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/ Furnishings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of cracks in the backrest links on certain seats and also by a determination that a model designation specified in paragraph (c)(1) of AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014) was incorrect. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the backrest links, which could affect the structural integrity of seat backrests. Failure of the backrest links could result in injury to an occupant during emergency landing conditions. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Repetitive Inspections, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), with no changes. At the later of the times specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD: Do a general visual inspection for cracking of seat backrest links having part number (P/N) 90-000200-104-1, P/N 90-000200-104-2, P/N 90-000202-104-1, and P/N 90-000202-104-2, in accordance with the ``PART ONE: GENERAL INTERMEDIATE CHECKING PROCEDURE'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012. If no cracking is found on any link, repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 900 flight hours on the seat or 5 months since the most recent inspection, whichever occurs later, until the replacement specified in paragraph (i) of this AD is done. (1) Within 6,000 flight hours on the seat or 2 years, whichever occurs later after the seat manufacturing date or after the backrest link replacement. (2) Within 900 flight hours on the seat after October 22, 2014 (the effective date AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014)), but no later than 5 months after October 22, 2014. (h) Retained Corrective Actions, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), with no changes. (1) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any cracking is found on the link and no crack length exceeds the lock-out pin-hole as specified in Figure 2 or 4, as applicable, of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012: Within 600 flight hours on the seat or 3 months, whichever occurs later after crack identification, replace the cracked link with a new link, in accordance with ``PART TWO: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (EXCEPT FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)'' or ``PART THREE: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012. (2) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any cracking is found on the link and any crack length exceeds the lock-out pin-hole as specified in Figure 2 or 4, as applicable, of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012: Before [[Page 30352]] further flight, replace the cracked link with a new link, in accordance with ``PART TWO: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (EXCEPT FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)'' or ``PART THREE: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012. (i) Retained Replacement, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), with no changes. At the later of the times specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD: Replace all seat backrest links, having P/N 90-000200-104-1, P/N 90-000200-104-2, P/N 90-000202-104-1, and P/N 90-000202-104-2, with new links, in accordance with ``PART TWO: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (EXCEPT FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)'' or ``PART THREE: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012. (1) Within 12,000 flight hours on the seat or 4 years, whichever occurs later after the seat manufacturing date or after the backrest link replacement. (2) Within 3,500 flight hours on the seat after October 22, 2014 (the effective date AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), but no later than 18 months after October 22, 2014. (j) Retained Credit for Previous Actions, With No Changes This paragraph restates the credit provided in paragraph (j) of AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), with no changes. This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, if those actions were performed before October 22, 2014 (the effective date AD 2014-20-11, Amendment 39-17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), using the service information specified in paragraph (j)(1), (j)(2), or (j)(3) of this AD. (1) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 3, dated October 3, 2001, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 4, dated December 19, 2001, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (3) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 5, dated March 19, 2004, including Annex 1, Issue 2, dated March 19, 2004, which was incorporated by reference in AD 2011-07-05, Amendment 39- 16642 (76 FR 18020, April 1, 2011). (k) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, Boston 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 ACO, send it to ATTN: Ian Lucas, Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO, ANE-150, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781- 238-7170; email: [email protected]. 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. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, Boston ACO, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). (l) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0038, dated March 12, 2012, for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-1282. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (m)(4) and (m)(5) of this AD. (m) 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 this AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on October 22, 2014 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014). (i) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90-25-012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012. (ii) Reserved. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Zodiac Seats France, 7, Rue Lucien Coupet, 36100 ISSOUDUN, France; telephone +33 (0) 2 54 03 39 39; fax +33 (0) 2 54 03 39 00; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.sicma.zodiacaerospace.com/en/. (5) You may view this 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. (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 May 4, 2015. Jeffrey E. Duven, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2015-11392 Filed 5-27-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(a) Effective Date devices, identifiable by serial number (S/N), the effective date of this AD, inspect the
This AD is effective June 12, 2015. may have an incorrect bonding of the nozzle ejector assembly nozzle and the tightening
on the ejector assembly. We are issuing this torque. Use paragraphs 4.4.2.1 through
(b) Affected ADs AD to prevent failure of the ejector assembly 4.4.2.3.4.2 of Turbomeca Mandatory Service
This AD supersedes AD 2014–01–01, nozzle, which could lead to an in-flight Bulletin (MSB) No. 319 79 4835, Version B,
Amendment 39–17724 (79 FR 3481, January shutdown of the engine, damage to the
dated February 12, 2015, to do the
22, 2014). engine, and damage to the helicopter.
inspection.
(c) Applicability (e) Compliance (2) For any part that fails the inspection
This AD applies to all Turbomeca S.A. Comply with this AD within the required by paragraph (e)(1) of this AD,
Arrius 2F turboshaft engines. compliance times specified, unless already before further flight, remove and replace the
done. failed part with a part eligible for installation.
(d) Unsafe Condition (1) For engines equipped with a lubricating
This AD was prompted by the device having an S/N listed in Figure 1 to
determination that additional lubricating paragraph (e) of this AD, within 30 days after
FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (e)—S/N’S OF AFFECTED LUBRICATING DEVICES
100 140M 185M 247 436M
105M 141M 190M 255M 443M
106 142B 191M 266M 445M
107B 146M 195M 278M 451M
109M 147M 198M 292M 467M
112B 156M 202M 304M 477M
112M 159M 204M 330M 479M
114B 164M 207M 334M 483M
124B 178 210M 369M 484M
125M 178M 213M 384M 512M
129M 180 218M 391M 526M
135B 180M 222M 392M 563M
135M 181M 244M 417M
(f) Credit for Previous Actions (i) Material Incorporated by Reference Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
If you inspected the ejector assembly (1) The Director of the Federal Register May 13, 2015.
nozzle of any lubricating device having an S/ approved the incorporation by reference Colleen M. D’Alessandro,
N listed in Figure 1 to paragraph (e) of this (IBR) of the service information listed in this Assistant Directorate Manager, Engine &
AD before the effective date of this AD, using paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification
the instructions of Turbomeca S.A. MSB No. part 51. Service.
319 79 4835, Version A, dated May 22, 2013, (2) You must use this service information [FR Doc. 2015–12654 Filed 5–27–15; 8:45 am]
you met the requirements of paragraph (e) of as applicable to do the actions required by BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
this AD for that S/N lubricating device.
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(g) Installation Prohibition (3) The following service information was
approved for IBR on June 12, 2015. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
After the effective date of this AD, do not
return to service any engine having a (i) Turbomeca S.A. Mandatory Service
Bulletin (MSB) No. 319 79 4835, Version B, Federal Aviation Administration
lubricating device with an S/N listed in
Figure 1 to paragraph (e) of this AD, unless dated February 12, 2015.
the engine has been inspected per the (ii) Reserved. 14 CFR Part 39
requirements of paragraph (e) of this AD. (4) The following service information was [Docket No. FAA–2015–1282; Directorate
approved for IBR on February 6, 2014 (79 FR Identifier 2015–NM–007–AD; Amendment
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance
3481, January 22, 2014). 39–18157; AD 2015–10–02]
(AMOCs)
(i) Turbomeca S.A. MSB No. 319 79 4835,
The Manager, Engine Certification Office, Version A, dated May 22, 2013. RIN 2120–AA64
FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use (ii) Reserved.
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to Airworthiness Directives; Zodiac Seats
(5) For Turbomeca S.A. service information
make your request. You may email your France (Formerly Sicma Aero Seat)
identified in this AD, contact Turbomeca
request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov. Passenger Seat Assemblies
S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: 33 (0)5 59
(i) Related Information 74 40 00; telex: 570 042; fax: 33 (0)5 59 74 AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(1) For more information about this AD, 45 15. Administration (FAA), Department of
contact Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer, (6) You may view this service information Transportation (DOT).
Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & at FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12
ACTION: Final rule; request for
Propeller Directorate, 12 New England New England Executive Park, Burlington,
Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; MA. For information on the availability of comments.
phone: 781–238–7770; fax: 781–238–7199; this material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125. SUMMARY: We are superseding
wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with RULES
email: philip.haberlen@faa.gov. (7) You may view this service information
(2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–20–
at the National Archives and Records
Safety Agency AD 2015–0057, dated April 1, 11, for Zodiac Seats France 9140, 9166,
Administration (NARA). For information on
2015, for more information. You may 9173, 9174, 9184, 9188, 9196, 91B7,
the availability of this material at NARA, call
examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the 91B8, 91C0, 91C2, 91C4, 91C5, 91C9,
202–741–6030, or go to: http://
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by 9301, and 9501 series passenger seat
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
searching for and locating it in Docket No. assemblies. AD 2014–20–11 required a
locations.html.
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The actions required by AD 2014–20– List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 result in injury to an occupant during
11, Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR emergency landing conditions.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
60322, October 7, 2014), and retained in safety, Incorporation by reference, (f) Compliance
this AD take about 1 work-hour per Safety. Comply with this AD within the
product, at an average labor rate of $85 compliance times specified, unless already
per work-hour. Required parts cost Adoption of the Amendment done.
about $227 per product. Based on these Accordingly, under the authority (g) Retained Repetitive Inspections, With No
figures, the estimated cost of the actions delegated to me by the Administrator, Changes
that were required by AD 2014–20–11 is the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as This paragraph restates the requirements of
$312 per product. follows: paragraph (g) of AD 2014–20–11,
Since this AD only clarifies airplane Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR 60322, October
models on which the affected passenger PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS 7, 2014), with no changes. At the later of the
seat assemblies might be installed, this DIRECTIVES times specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2)
of this AD: Do a general visual inspection for
AD adds no additional economic ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 cracking of seat backrest links having part
burden. continues to read as follows: number (P/N) 90–000200–104–1, P/N 90–
Authority for This Rulemaking Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. 000200–104–2, P/N 90–000202–104–1, and
P/N 90–000202–104–2, in accordance with
Title 49 of the United States Code the ‘‘PART ONE: GENERAL INTERMEDIATE
§ 39.13 [Amended]
CHECKING PROCEDURE’’ of the
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
■ Accomplishment Instructions of Sicma Aero
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, removing airworthiness directive (AD) Seat Service Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6,
section 106, describes the authority of 2014–20–11, Amendment 39–17984 (79 dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1,
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: FR 60322, October 7, 2014), and adding Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012. If no
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more the following new AD: cracking is found on any link, repeat the
detail the scope of the Agency’s inspection thereafter at intervals not to
authority. 2015–10–02 Zodiac Seats France (formerly exceed 900 flight hours on the seat or 5
Sicma Aero Seat): Amendment 39– months since the most recent inspection,
We are issuing this rulemaking under 18157. Docket No. FAA–2015–1282; whichever occurs later, until the replacement
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–007–AD. specified in paragraph (i) of this AD is done.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (a) Effective Date
(1) Within 6,000 flight hours on the seat or
General requirements.’’ Under that 2 years, whichever occurs later after the seat
section, Congress charges the FAA with This AD becomes effective June 12, 2015. manufacturing date or after the backrest link
replacement.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (b) Affected ADs
(2) Within 900 flight hours on the seat after
air commerce by prescribing regulations This AD replaces AD 2014–20–11, October 22, 2014 (the effective date AD
for practices, methods, and procedures Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR 60322, October 2014–20–11, Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR
the Administrator finds necessary for 7, 2014). 60322, October 7, 2014)), but no later than 5
safety in air commerce. This regulation (c) Applicability months after October 22, 2014.
is within the scope of that authority (h) Retained Corrective Actions, With No
This AD applies to Zodiac Seats France
because it addresses an unsafe condition Changes
9140, 9166, 9173, 9174, 9184, 9188, 9196,
that is likely to exist or develop on 91B7, 91B8, 91C0, 91C2, 91C4, 91C5, 91C9, This paragraph restates the requirements of
products identified in this rulemaking 9301, and 9501 series passenger seat paragraph (h) of AD 2014–20–11,
action. assemblies; identified in Annex 1, Issue 3, Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR 60322, October
dated January 25, 2012, of Sicma Aero Seat 7, 2014), with no changes.
Regulatory Findings Service Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6, dated (1) If, during any inspection required by
January 25, 2012. These passenger seat paragraph (g) of this AD, any cracking is
We determined that this AD will not assemblies are installed on, but not limited found on the link and no crack length
have federalism implications under to, the airplanes identified in paragraphs exceeds the lock-out pin-hole as specified in
Executive Order 13132. This AD will (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD, certificated Figure 2 or 4, as applicable, of Sicma Aero
not have a substantial direct effect on in any category. Seat Service Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6,
the States, on the relationship between (1) Airbus Model A330–200, A330–200 dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1,
the national government and the States, Freighter, and A330–300 series airplanes. Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012: Within 600
or on the distribution of power and (2) Airbus Model A340–200, A340–300, flight hours on the seat or 3 months,
responsibilities among the various A340–500, and A340–600 series airplanes. whichever occurs later after crack
(3) The Boeing Company Model 777–200, identification, replace the cracked link with
levels of government.
777–200LR, 777–300, 777–300ER, and 777F a new link, in accordance with ‘‘PART TWO:
For the reasons discussed above, I series airplanes. ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE
certify that this AD: (EXCEPT FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)’’
(d) Subject or ‘‘PART THREE: ROUTINE
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Air Transport Association (ATA) of REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (FOR SERIES
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; America Code 25, Equipment/Furnishings. 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)’’ of the Accomplishment
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service
(e) Reason Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6, dated January
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
This AD was prompted by a report of 25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); cracks in the backrest links on certain seats January 25, 2012.
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3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in and also by a determination that a model (2) If, during any inspection required by
Alaska; and designation specified in paragraph (c)(1) of paragraph (g) of this AD, any cracking is
AD 2014–20–11, Amendment 39–17984 (79 found on the link and any crack length
4. Will not have a significant FR 60322, October 7, 2014) was incorrect. We exceeds the lock-out pin-hole as specified in
economic impact, positive or negative, are issuing this AD to detect and correct Figure 2 or 4, as applicable, of Sicma Aero
on a substantial number of small entities cracks in the backrest links, which could Seat Service Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6,
under the criteria of the Regulatory affect the structural integrity of seat dated January 25, 2012, including Annex 1,
Flexibility Act. backrests. Failure of the backrest links could Issue 3, dated January 25, 2012: Before
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further flight, replace the cracked link with requested using the procedures found in 14 Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 4,
a new link, in accordance with ‘‘PART TWO: CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 2015.
ROUTINE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE send your request to your principal inspector Jeffrey E. Duven,
(EXCEPT FOR SERIES 91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)’’ or local Flight Standards District Office, as Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
or ‘‘PART THREE: ROUTINE appropriate. If sending information directly Aircraft Certification Service.
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (FOR SERIES to the ACO, send it to ATTN: Ian Lucas,
91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)’’ of the Accomplishment [FR Doc. 2015–11392 Filed 5–27–15; 8:45 am]
Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO, ANE–150,
Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6, dated January New England Executive Park, Burlington,
25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated
MA 01803; phone: 781–238–7757; fax: 781–
January 25, 2012.
238–7170; email: ian.lucas@faa.gov. Before NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND
(i) Retained Replacement, With No Changes using any approved AMOC, notify your SPACE ADMINISTRATION
This paragraph restates the requirements of appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a
paragraph (i) of AD 2014–20–11, Amendment principal inspector, the manager of the local 14 CFR Part 1216
39–17984 (79 FR 60322, October 7, 2014), flight standards district office/certificate
holding district office. The AMOC approval RIN 2700–AE20
with no changes. At the later of the times
specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this letter must specifically reference this AD. [Docket No. NASA–2015–0002]
AD: Replace all seat backrest links, having P/ (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
N 90–000200–104–1, P/N 90–000200–104–2, requirement in this AD to obtain corrective Removal of Obsolete Regulations
P/N 90–000202–104–1, and P/N 90–000202– actions from a manufacturer, the action must
104–2, with new links, in accordance with be accomplished using a method approved AGENCY: National Aeronautics and
‘‘PART TWO: ROUTINE REPLACEMENT by the Manager, Boston ACO, FAA; or the Space Administration.
PROCEDURE (EXCEPT FOR SERIES 91B7, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). ACTION: Direct final rule.
91B8 & 91C5)’’ or ‘‘PART THREE: ROUTINE
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE (FOR SERIES (l) Related Information
SUMMARY: This direct final rule makes
91B7, 91B8 & 91C5)’’ of the Accomplishment (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing non-substantive changes by removing
Instructions of Sicma Aero Seat Service Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Bulletin 90–25–012, Issue 6, dated January regulations that are captured in NASA
Airworthiness Directive 2012–0038, dated
25, 2012, including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated internal requirements. The revisions to
March 12, 2012, for related information. You
January 25, 2012. may examine the MCAI on the Internet at
this rule are part of NASA’s
(1) Within 12,000 flight hours on the seat http://www.regulations.gov by searching for retrospective plan completed in August
or 4 years, whichever occurs later after the and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–1282. 2011 under Executive Order (E.O.)
seat manufacturing date or after the backrest 13563. NASA’s full plan can be
(2) Service information identified in this
link replacement. accessed on the Agency’s open
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
(2) Within 3,500 flight hours on the seat
available at the addresses specified in Government Web site at http://
after October 22, 2014 (the effective date AD
2014–20–11, Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR paragraphs (m)(4) and (m)(5) of this AD. www.nasa.gov/open/.
60322, October 7, 2014), but no later than 18 (m) Material Incorporated by Reference DATES: This direct final rule is effective
months after October 22, 2014. on July 27, 2015. Comments due on or
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
(j) Retained Credit for Previous Actions, approved the incorporation by reference before June 29, 2015. If adverse
With No Changes (IBR) of the service information listed in this comments are received, NASA will
This paragraph restates the credit provided paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR publish a timely withdrawal of the rule
in paragraph (j) of AD 2014–20–11, part 51. in the Federal Register.
Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR 60322, October (2) You must use this service information ADDRESSES: Comments must be
7, 2014), with no changes. This paragraph as applicable to do the actions required by identified with RIN 2700–AE20 and
provides credit for actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. may be sent to NASA via the Federal E-
paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, if those (3) The following service information was Rulemaking Portal: http://
actions were performed before October 22, approved for IBR on October 22, 2014 (79 FR
2014 (the effective date AD 2014–20–11,
www.regulations.gov. Follow the online
60322, October 7, 2014).
Amendment 39–17984 (79 FR 60322, October (i) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90–
instructions for submitting comments.
7, 2014), using the service information 25–012, Issue 6, dated January 25, 2012, Please note that NASA will post all
specified in paragraph (j)(1), (j)(2), or (j)(3) of including Annex 1, Issue 3, dated January 25, comments on the Internet with changes,
this AD. 2012. including any personal information
(1) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90– (ii) Reserved. provided.
25–012, Issue 3, dated October 3, 2001, (4) For service information identified in
which is not incorporated by reference in this FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
this AD, contact Zodiac Seats France, 7, Rue
AD. Lucien Coupet, 36100 ISSOUDUN, France;
Nanette Jennings, 202–358–0819.
(2) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90– telephone +33 (0) 2 54 03 39 39; fax +33 (0) SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
25–012, Issue 4, dated December 19, 2001, 2 54 03 39 00; email customerservices@
which is not incorporated by reference in this Direct Final Rule Adverse Comments
sicma.zodiac.com; Internet http://
AD. NASA has determined this
www.sicma.zodiacaerospace.com/en/.
(3) Sicma Aero Seat Service Bulletin 90–
25–012, Issue 5, dated March 19, 2004,
(5) You may view this service information rulemaking meets the criteria for a
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, direct final rule because it involves non-
including Annex 1, Issue 2, dated March 19,
2004, which was incorporated by reference in 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For substantive changes to remove a section
AD 2011–07–05, Amendment 39–16642 (76 information on the availability of this from 14 CFR part 1216 that is captured
FR 18020, April 1, 2011). material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. in internal NASA requirements. No
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(6) You may view this service information
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions opposition to the changes and no
that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records significant adverse comments are
The following provisions also apply to this
AD: Administration (NARA). For information on expected. However, if the Agency
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance the availability of this material at NARA, call receives a significant adverse comment,
(AMOCs): The Manager, Boston Aircraft 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// it will withdraw this direct final rule by
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- publishing a notice in the Federal
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if locations.html. Register. A significant adverse comment
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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; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This AD becomes effective June 12, 2015. | |
| Contact | Ian Lucas, Aerospace Engineer, Boston Aircraft Certification Office (ACO) ANE-150, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7170; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 30349 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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