80 FR 36255 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 121 (June 24, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 121 (June 24, 2015)
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| FR Document | 2015-15400 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 121 (Wednesday, June 24, 2015)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 36255-36258] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-15400] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-1984; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-022-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005-01- 09, which applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 747-100, 747- 100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, and 747SR series airplanes. AD 2005-01-09 requires a one-time detailed inspection for discrepancies of the frame web and inner chords on the forward edge frame of the number 5 main entry door cutout, and corrective action if necessary. Since we issued AD 2005-01- 09, additional cracking was found in the same area after completion of the one-time detailed inspection. This proposed AD would add repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections for cracking of the frame inner chords (forward and aft), and corrective action if necessary. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct discrepancies of the frame web and inner chords, which could result in cracking, subsequent severing of the frame, and consequent rapid depressurization of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by August 10, 2015. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, 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: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed 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. 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, [[Page 36256]] call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 1984. 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- 1984; 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 proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan Weigand, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6428; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2015-1984; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-022-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed 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 proposed AD. Discussion On December 27, 2004, we issued AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005), for certain The Boeing Company Model 747-100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, and 747SR series airplanes. AD 2005-01-09 requires a one-time inspection for discrepancies of the frame web and inner chords on the forward edge frame of the number 5 main entry door cutout, and corrective action if necessary. AD 2005-01-09 resulted from a report of cracking of the frame web and inner chords on the forward edge frame of the number 5 main entry door. We issued AD 2005-01-09 to find and fix discrepancies of the frame web and inner chords, which could result in cracking, subsequent severing of the frame, and consequent rapid depressurization of the airplane. Actions Since AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005), Was Issued Since we issued AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005), additional cracking was found in the same area after completion of the one-time detailed inspection required by AD 2005-01- 09. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed and approved Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015. The service information describes procedures for a one-time detailed inspection and repetitive surface high frequency eddy current inspections of the Station 2231 frame inner chords (forward and aft), and repair of discrepancies. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section of this NPRM. Related AD On August 16, 2013, we issued AD 2013-17-08, Amendment 39-17572 (78 FR 57053, September 17, 2013), for certain The Boeing Company Model 747-100, 747-100B, 747-100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, and 747SR series airplanes. AD 2013-17-08 requires repetitive inspections to find cracking of the web, strap, inner chords, inner chord angle of the forward edge frame of the number 5 main entry door cutouts; the frame segment between stringers 16 and 31; repair if necessary; and repetitive inspections for cracking of repairs. AD 2013-17-08 resulted from multiple reports of cracking outside of the previous inspection areas and a report of a crack that initiated at the aft edge of the inner chord rather than initiating at a fastener location. We issued AD 2013-17-08 to detect and correct such cracks, which could cause damage to the adjacent body structure and could result in depressurization of the airplane in flight. FAA's Determination We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements Although this proposed AD does not explicitly restate the requirements of AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005), this proposed AD would retain all of the requirements. Those requirements are referenced in the service information identified previously, which, in turn, is referenced in paragraph (g) of this proposed AD. This proposed AD would require accomplishing the actions specified in the service information described previously, except as discussed under ``Difference Between this Proposed AD and the Service Bulletin.'' Refer to this service information for information on the procedures and compliance times. Difference Between This Proposed AD and the Service Bulletin Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, specifies that operators may contact the manufacturer for disposition of certain repair conditions, this proposed AD would require repairing those conditions in one of the following ways: In accordance with a method that we approve; or Using data that meet the certification basis of the airplane, and that have been approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) whom we have authorized to make those findings. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 174 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: [[Page 36257]] Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Detailed inspection............ 2 work-hours x $85 per $0 $170.............. $29,580. hour = $170. HFEC inspections............... 4 work-hours x $85 per 0 $340 per $59,160 per hour = $340. inspection cycle. inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide a cost estimate for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed 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 We have determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 the proposed regulation: (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. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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) 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005), and adding the following new AD: The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2015-1984; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-022AD. (a) Comments Due Date The FAA must receive comments on this AD action by August 10, 2015. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005). (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 747-100, -100B, 747- 100B SUD, 747-200B, 747-200C, 747-200F, 747-300, 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, and 747SR series airplanes; certificated in any category; as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of additional cracking found in the same area after completion of the one-time detailed inspection. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct discrepancies of the frame web and inner chords, which could result in cracking, subsequent severing of the frame, and consequent rapid depressurization of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspections Do the applicable actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (g)(4) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747- 53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, except as required by paragraph (h)(2) of this AD. (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, do a detailed inspection for nicks, scratches, or gouges of the Station 2231 frame inner chords, forward and aft, at stringer 26 at the edge and side of the inner chords. (2) At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, except as required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD: Do a surface high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection for cracks of the frame inner chords, forward and aft. (3) Based on the findings from the inspections specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, do all applicable corrective actions, before further flight. (4) Repeat the HFEC inspection specified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD at the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015. (h) Exceptions to Service Bulletin Specifications (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, specifies a compliance time ``after the release of Revision 1 of this service bulletin,'' this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, specifies to contact Boeing for repair instructions: Before further flight, repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (i) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if those inspections were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2494, dated September 18, 2003, which was incorporated by reference in AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005). [[Page 36258]] (2) This paragraph provides credit for inspections required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, if those inspections were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747-53A2450, Revision 7, dated November 2, 2011, which was incorporated by reference in AD 2013-17-08, Amendment 39- 17572 (78 FR 57053, September 17, 2013). (j) 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 (k)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (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) AMOCs approved for AD 2005-01-09, Amendment 39-13933 (70 FR 1340, January 7, 2005), are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Nathan Weigand, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6428; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. (2) 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. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 12, 2015. Jeffrey E. Duven, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2015-15400 Filed 6-23-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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Could we amend the scope of a rule to interest in minimizing burden on small minimize any significant economic
clarify its applicability or to reduce the insured credit unions (those with less impact the regulations may have on a
burden, while remaining faithful to than $50 million in assets). NCUA substantial number of small federally
statutory intent? If so, specify which solicits comment on whether any insured credit unions.
regulation(s) should be clarified. regulations within these categories
• Burden on small insured should be continued without change,
institutions. The Board has a particular amended or rescinded in order to
V.A.—REGULATIONS ABOUT WHICH BURDEN REDUCTION RECOMMENDATIONS ARE REQUESTED CURRENTLY
Corporate Credit Unions ................. Corporate credit unions ......................................................................... 12 CFR 704.
Directors, Officers, and Employees Loans and lines of credit to officials ...................................................... 12 CFR 701.21(d).
Reimbursement, insurance, and indemnification of officials and em- 12 CFR 701.33.
ployees.
Retirement benefits for employees ........................................................ 12 CFR 701.19.
Management officials interlock .............................................................. 12 CFR 711.
Fidelity bond and insurance coverage .................................................. 12 CFR 713.
General authorities and duties of federal credit union directors ........... 12 CFR 701.4.
Golden parachutes and indemnification payments ............................... 12 CFR 750.
Money Laundering .......................... Report of crimes or suspected crimes .................................................. 12 CFR 748.1.
Bank Secrecy Act .................................................................................. 12 CFR 748.2.
V.B.—CATEGORIES AND REGULATIONS ABOUT WHICH NCUA WILL SEEK COMMENT LATER
Rules of Procedure ......................... Liquidation (involuntary and voluntary) .................................................. 12 CFR 709 and 710.
Uniform rules of practice and procedure ............................................... 12 CFR 747, subpart A.
Local rules of practice and procedure ................................................... 12 CFR 747, subpart B.
Safety and Soundness .................... Lending .................................................................................................. 12 CFR 701.21.
Investments ............................................................................................ 12 CFR 703.
Supervisory committee audit ................................................................. 12 CFR 715.
Security programs .................................................................................. 12 CFR 748.0.
Guidelines for safeguarding member information and responding to 12 CFR 748, Appendices A and B.
unauthorized access to member information.
Records preservation program and record retention appendix ............ 12 CFR 749.
Appraisals .............................................................................................. 12 CFR 722.
Examination ........................................................................................... 12 CFR 741.1.
Liquidity and contingency funding plans ............................................... 12 CFR 741.12.
Regulations codified elsewhere in NCUA’s regulations as applying to 12 CFR 741, subpart B.
federal credit unions that also apply to federally insured state-char-
tered credit unions.
By the National Credit Union Company Model 747–100, 747–100B, 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
Administration Board on June 18, 2015. 747–100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–200C, methods:
Gerard Poliquin, 747–200F, 747–300, 747–400, 747– • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
Secretary of the Board. 400D, 747–400F, and 747SR series http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
[FR Doc. 2015–15472 Filed 6–23–15; 8:45 am] airplanes. AD 2005–01–09 requires a instructions for submitting comments.
BILLING CODE 7535–01–P one-time detailed inspection for • Fax: 202–493–2251.
discrepancies of the frame web and • Mail: U.S. Department of
inner chords on the forward edge frame Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION of the number 5 main entry door cutout, 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
and corrective action if necessary. Since W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Federal Aviation Administration we issued AD 2005–01–09, additional Washington, DC 20590.
cracking was found in the same area • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
14 CFR Part 39 after completion of the one-time address above between 9 a.m. and 5
detailed inspection. This proposed AD p.m., Monday through Friday, except
[Docket No. FAA–2015–1984; Directorate would add repetitive high frequency
Identifier 2015–NM–022–AD] Federal holidays.
eddy current inspections for cracking of For service information identified in
RIN 2120–AA64 the frame inner chords (forward and this proposed AD, contact Boeing
aft), and corrective action if necessary. Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing We are proposing this AD to detect and & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707,
Company Airplanes correct discrepancies of the frame web MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207;
and inner chords, which could result in
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AGENCY: Federal Aviation telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1;
Administration (FAA), DOT. cracking, subsequent severing of the fax 206–766–5680; Internet https://
frame, and consequent rapid www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
depressurization of the airplane. this referenced service information at
(NPRM).
DATES: We must receive comments on the FAA, Transport Airplane
SUMMARY: We propose to supersede this proposed AD by August 10, 2015. Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005–01– ADDRESSES: You may send comments, Renton, WA. For information on the
09, which applies to certain The Boeing using the procedures found in 14 CFR availability of this material at the FAA,
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ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Detailed inspection ........ 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ................. $0 $170 ............................. $29,580.
HFEC inspections ......... 4 work-hours × $85 per hour = $340 ................. 0 $340 per inspection $59,160 per inspection
cycle. cycle.
We have received no definitive data List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (f) Compliance
that would enable us to provide a cost Comply with this AD within the
estimate for the on-condition actions Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation compliance times specified, unless already
specified in this proposed AD. safety, Incorporation by reference, done.
Safety.
(g) Inspections
Authority for This Rulemaking
The Proposed Amendment Do the applicable actions specified in
Title 49 of the United States Code paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (g)(4) of
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Accordingly, under the authority this AD, in accordance with the
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, delegated to me by the Administrator, Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part Service Bulletin 747–53A2494, Revision 1,
Section 106, describes the authority of dated January 9, 2015, except as required by
39 as follows:
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, paragraph (h)(2) of this AD.
Aviation Programs, describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (1) At the applicable time specified in
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
authority. Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2494,
Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, do a
We are issuing this rulemaking under ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 detailed inspection for nicks, scratches, or
the authority described in Subtitle VII, continues to read as follows: gouges of the Station 2231 frame inner
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
chords, forward and aft, at stringer 26 at the
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that edge and side of the inner chords.
section, Congress charges the FAA with § 39.13 [Amended] (2) At the applicable time specified in
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2494,
air commerce by prescribing regulations Revision 1, dated January 9, 2015, except as
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
for practices, methods, and procedures 2005–01–09, Amendment 39–13933 (70 required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD: Do
the Administrator finds necessary for FR 1340, January 7, 2005), and adding a surface high frequency eddy current (HFEC)
safety in air commerce. This regulation inspection for cracks of the frame inner
the following new AD: chords, forward and aft.
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA– (3) Based on the findings from the
2015–1984; Directorate Identifier 2015– inspections specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and
that is likely to exist or develop on (g)(2) of this AD, do all applicable corrective
NM–022AD.
products identified in this rulemaking actions, before further flight.
action. (a) Comments Due Date (4) Repeat the HFEC inspection specified
The FAA must receive comments on this in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD at the
Regulatory Findings applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E.,
AD action by August 10, 2015.
‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
We have determined that this (b) Affected ADs Bulletin 747–53A2494, Revision 1, dated
proposed AD would not have federalism This AD replaces AD 2005–01–09, January 9, 2015.
implications under Executive Order Amendment 39–13933 (70 FR 1340, January (h) Exceptions to Service Bulletin
13132. This proposed AD would not 7, 2005). Specifications
have a substantial direct effect on the
States, on the relationship between the (c) Applicability (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
This AD applies to The Boeing Company 747–53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9,
national Government and the States, or 2015, specifies a compliance time ‘‘after the
on the distribution of power and Model 747–100, –100B, 747–100B SUD, 747–
release of Revision 1 of this service bulletin,’’
responsibilities among the various 200B, 747–200C, 747–200F, 747–300, 747–
this AD requires compliance within the
400, 747–400D, 747–400F, and 747SR series
levels of government. specified compliance time after the effective
airplanes; certificated in any category; as date of this AD.
For the reasons discussed above, I identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
certify that the proposed regulation: 747–53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9, 747–53A2494, Revision 1, dated January 9,
2015. 2015, specifies to contact Boeing for repair
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (d) Subject instructions: Before further flight, repair
using a method approved in accordance with
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Air Transport Association (ATA) of the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of
the DOT Regulatory Policies and America Code 53, Fuselage. this AD.
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, (e) Unsafe Condition (i) Credit for Previous Actions
1979), This AD was prompted by reports of (1) This paragraph provides credit for
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(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation additional cracking found in the same area inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of
in Alaska, and after completion of the one-time detailed this AD, if those inspections were performed
inspection. We are issuing this AD to detect before the effective date of this AD using
(4) Will not have a significant and correct discrepancies of the frame web Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2494,
economic impact, positive or negative, and inner chords, which could result in dated September 18, 2003, which was
on a substantial number of small entities cracking, subsequent severing of the frame, incorporated by reference in AD 2005–01–09,
under the criteria of the Regulatory and consequent rapid depressurization of the Amendment 39–13933 (70 FR 1340, January
Flexibility Act. airplane. 7, 2005).
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(2) This paragraph provides credit for DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Renton, WA. For information on the
inspections required by paragraphs (g)(1) and availability of this material at the FAA,
(g)(2) of this AD, if those inspections were Federal Aviation Administration call 425–227–1221. It is also available
performed before the effective date of this AD on the Internet at http://
using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747– 14 CFR Part 39 www.regulations.gov by searching for
53A2450, Revision 7, dated November 2,
[Docket No. FAA–2015–1983; Directorate and locating Docket No. FAA 2015–
2011, which was incorporated by reference in
AD 2013–17–08, Amendment 39–17572 (78 Identifier 2015–NM–020–AD] 1983.
FR 57053, September 17, 2013). RIN 2120–AA64 Examining the AD Docket
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance You may examine the AD docket on
(AMOCs) Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing the Internet at http://
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft
Company Airplanes www.regulations.gov by searching for
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the AGENCY: Federal Aviation and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if Administration (FAA), DOT. 1983; or in person at the Docket
requested using the procedures found in 14 Management Facility between 9 a.m.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
send your request to your principal inspector (NPRM).
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
or local Flight Standards District Office, as contains this proposed AD, the
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the airworthiness directive (AD) for all The regulatory evaluation, any comments
attention of the person identified in Boeing Company Model 737–100, –200, received, and other information. The
paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. Information may –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series street address for the Docket Office
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- airplanes. This proposed AD was (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the
Requests@faa.gov. prompted by a report of a crack of the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, forward leg of the left front spar lower available in the AD docket shortly after
notify your appropriate principal inspector, chord and cracks on the lower wing skin receipt.
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager at three fastener holes common to the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
of the local flight standards district office/ nacelle outboard side load fitting. This Alan Pohl, Aerospace Engineer,
certificate holding district office. proposed AD would require repetitive Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA,
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
inspections for cracks on the front spar Seattle Aircraft Certification Office,
level of safety may be used for any repair
required by this AD if it is approved by the
lower chord, inspar skin, and wing skin, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization and corrective action if necessary. We 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6450; fax:
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has are proposing this AD to detect and 425–917–6590; email: alan.pohl@
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle correct fatigue cracking of the forward faa.gov.
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair leg of the front spar lower chord, inspar
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
method to be approved, the repair must meet skin, and wing skin common to the
the certification basis of the airplane, and the nacelle outboard side load fitting, which Comments Invited
approval must specifically refer to this AD. could adversely affect the structural
(4) AMOCs approved for AD 2005–01–09,
We invite you to send any written
integrity of the wing. relevant data, views, or arguments about
Amendment 39–13933 (70 FR 1340, January
DATES: We must receive comments on this proposal. Send your comments to
7, 2005), are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of paragraph (g)(1) this proposed AD by August 10, 2015. an address listed under the ADDRESSES
of this AD. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 2015–1983; Directorate Identifier 2015–
(k) Related Information
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following NM–020–AD’’ at the beginning of your
(1) For more information about this AD, methods: comments. We specifically invite
contact Nathan Weigand, Aerospace • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to comments on the overall regulatory,
Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the economic, environmental, and energy
FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–
instructions for submitting comments. aspects of this proposed AD. We will
3356; phone: 425–917–6428; fax: 425–917– • Fax: 202–493–2251. consider all comments received by the
6590; email: nathan.p.weigand@faa.gov. • Mail: U.S. Department of closing date and may amend this
(2) For service information identified in Transportation, Docket Operations, M– proposed AD because of those
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room comments.
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., We will post all comments we
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Washington, DC 20590. receive, without change, to http://
Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206– • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail www.regulations.gov, including any
544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; address above between 9 a.m. and 5 personal information you provide. We
Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You p.m., Monday through Friday, except will also post a report summarizing each
may view this referenced service information Federal holidays. substantive verbal contact we receive
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, For service information identified in about this proposed AD.
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington.
this proposed AD, contact Boeing
For information on the availability of this Discussion
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data
tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
& Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, We received a report of a crack on the
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 12, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; forward leg of the left front spar lower
2015. telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1; chord at wing buttock line (WBL) 177.
Jeffrey E. Duven, fax 206–766–5680; Internet https:// The front spar lower chord was
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view removed, repaired, and reinstalled.
Aircraft Certification Service. this referenced service information at Upon additional inspection of the
[FR Doc. 2015–15400 Filed 6–23–15; 8:45 am] the FAA, Transport Airplane repaired spar chord installation, cracks
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., were also discovered on the lower wing
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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 | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by August 10, 2015. | |
| Contact | Nathan Weigand, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6428; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 36255 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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