80 FR 40899 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 134 (July 14, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 134 (July 14, 2015)
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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 134 (Tuesday, July 14, 2015)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 40899-40903] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-15852] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2014-0339; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-025-AD; Amendment 39-18192; AD 2015-13-05] 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 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of fatigue cracks found in the upper corners of the forward entry door skin cutout. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking in the upper corners of the forward entry door skin cutout, and repair if necessary. Accomplishment of this repair or a preventive modification terminates the repetitive inspections. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking in the doorway upper corners, which could result in cabin depressurization. DATES: This AD is effective August 18, 2015. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 18, 2015. ADDRESSES: 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, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2014- 0339. 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- 0339; 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: Nenita Odesa, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120L, FAA, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; telephone: 562-627-5234; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. 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 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 11, 2014 (79 FR 33484). The NPRM was prompted by reports of fatigue cracks found in the upper corners of the forward entry door skin cutout. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections for cracking in the upper corners of the forward entry door skin cutout, and repair if necessary. Accomplishment of this repair or a preventive modification would terminate the repetitive inspections. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking in the doorway upper corners, which could result in cabin depressurization. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) and the FAA's response to each comment. Support for the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) Boeing stated that it supports the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014). Request To Clarify Terminating Action Southwest Airlines (SWA) requested confirmation that paragraph 3.B.4. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, is an acceptable terminating action for the inspection requirements of paragraph (g)(1) of this NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) for the repaired door corners. SWA stated that the repairs provided in Part 3 of the Accomplishment [[Page 40900]] Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 737-53-1163, dated December 21, 1993, and in Part 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, contain instructions using the service information figures or using the structural repair manual. SWA stated that there are no provisions in the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) for repairs installed using FAA Form 8100-9 prior to the issuance of the NPRM. SWA stated that paragraph 3.B.4. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, states that, ``For door corners that have a repair provided by Boeing and approved via FAA Form 8100-9 installed, the inspection in this service bulletin is not required for the repaired door corner(s).'' We agree that paragraph 3.B.4. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, is an acceptable terminating action for the inspection requirements of paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. We have added a new paragraph (h)(3) to this AD accordingly. Request To Change the Compliance Time SWA requested that the compliance time for paragraph (i) in the proposed AD (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) be revised. SWA suggested that the proposed requirement of paragraph (i) of the proposed AD state that the compliance time in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, be implemented during the operator's repair assessment program (RAP), provided that the operator's RAP was developed using the ``D6- 38669, Repair Assessment Guidelines-Model 737-100 to -500,'' and approved by the FAA principal maintenance inspector. SWA stated that the 60,000-total-flight-cycle requirement may not coincide with the operator's implementation of the ``D6-38669, Repair Assessment Guidelines-Model 737-100 to -500.'' SWA stated that airplanes with existing preventive modifications and repairs that have already surpassed the compliance time in table 3 of 1.E., ``Compliance'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, will immediately be rendered out of compliance by paragraph (i) of the proposed AD (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) if the table 3 requirement of 1.E., ``Compliance'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, does not coincide with the operator's RAP. We partially agree with the commenter's request. We disagree with the commenter's proposed compliance time because our examination of this issue shows that the compliance period for the RAP may be too long to address the unsafe condition. However, we agree that some airplanes would be rendered immediately out of compliance, and therefore, a compliance grace period should be added. We have added a grace period of ``4,500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD'' to the compliance time in paragraph (i) of this AD. Request To Provide Conditional Relief From Inspection Requirements SWA requested that the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) provide relief from the external detailed inspection in areas that are hidden by an existing non-corner Boeing repair approved using FAA form 8100-9. SWA stated that an external detailed inspection is still required in the area not hidden by the repair. We agree with the commenter's request. As we stated previously, we have added a new paragraph (h)(3) to this AD for door corners that have an existing repair installed, as provided by Boeing and approved using FAA Form 8100-9. Under these conditions, the inspection in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD is not required for the repaired door corners. Request to Revise the Requirements for Post-Modification and Post- Repair Inspections SWA requested that the post-modification and post-repair inspections specified in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, not be required in paragraph (i) of the proposed AD (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014). SWA stated that the post-modification and post-repair inspections are currently mandated under 14 CFR 129.109(b)(2)14 and CFR 121.1109(c)(2). We partially agree with the commenter's request. As we stated previously, our examination of this issue shows that the compliance period for the RAP may be too long to address the unsafe condition. However, we agree that these inspections are required under 14 CFR 129.109(b)(2)14 and CFR 121.1109(c)(2). Operators who have already begun inspections of this area using the RAP should not be burdened with an additional and identical inspection requirement. Therefore, we have redesignated paragraph (i) of the proposed AD (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) as paragraph (i)(1) and added new paragraph (i)(2) to this final rule, which states that the inspection requirement in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD does not apply to operators who have added inspections of this area in accordance with 14 CFR 121.1109(c)(2) or Sec. 129.109(b)(2) to their FAA-approved maintenance program. These inspections may be used in support of compliance with 14 CFR 121.1109(c)(2) or Sec. 129.109(b)(2). Effect of Winglets on AD Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the supplemental type certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not affect the actions specified in the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014). We concur with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of the NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014) as (c)(1) and added new paragraph (c)(2) to this final rule to state that installation of STC ST01219SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/$FILE/ST01219SE.pdf http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/%24FILE/ST01219SE.pdf)) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this final rule. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. 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 change 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 33484, June 11, 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 33484, June 11, 2014). We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, dated December [[Page 40901]] 21, 1993; and Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014. The service information describes repetitive inspections for cracking in the upper corners of the forward entry door skin cutout, and repair if necessary. Accomplishment of this repair or a preventive modification terminates the repetitive inspections. 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 AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 371 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs--Required Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection............................ 3 work-hours x $85 per hour = $0 $255 $94,605 $255. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Estimated Costs--Optional Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product U.S. operators ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- Preventive modification........ 44 work-hours x $85 per Up to $3,912...... Up to $7,652. hour = $3,740. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repairs that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these repairs: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product U.S. operators ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- Repair......................... 60 work-hours x $85 per Up to $4,964...... Up to $10,064. hour = $5,100. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide a cost estimate for the post-repair or post-preventive modification inspections specified in this AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2015-13-05 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18192; Docket No. FAA- 2014-0339; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-025-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective August 18, 2015. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, - 200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes; certificated in any category; as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737- 53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/ rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/$FILE/ST01219SE.pdf http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/%24FILE/ST01219SE.pdf) does not affect the [[Page 40902]] ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of fatigue cracks found in the upper corners of the forward entry door skin cutout. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking in the doorway upper corners, which could result in cabin depressurization. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection (1) For airplanes identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, as Groups 1 and 2, Configuration 2, and Group 3: Before the accumulation of 27,000 total flight cycles, or within 4,500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, do an external detailed inspection for cracking of the skin assembly, and a low frequency eddy current (LFEC) inspection for cracking of the skin assembly and bear strap, and all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, except as required by paragraph (j) of this AD. Repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,500 flight cycles. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (2) For airplanes identified as Group 4 in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014: Within 120 days after the effective date of this AD, do inspections of the skin assembly and bear strap and all applicable corrective actions using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. (h) Terminating Actions (1) Accomplishment of the preventive change specified in Part II of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 737- 53-1163, dated December 21, 1993; or the preventive modification specified in Part 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014; terminates the inspection requirements specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. (2) Accomplishment of the repair specified in Part III of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 737-53-1163, dated December 21, 1993; or Part 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014; terminates the inspection requirements specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. (3) For door corners that have a repair installed, as provided by Boeing, which inhibits the inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, and approved before the effective date of this AD using FAA Form 8100-9, the inspection in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD is not required. Refer to the repair approval for any supplemental inspection of the repair area. (i) Post-Modification and Post-Repair Inspections (1) For airplanes identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, as Groups 1 and 2, on which a repair or preventive modification has been installed in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 737-53-1163, dated December 21, 1993; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014: At the applicable time specified in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, or within 4,500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, inspect the fuselage skin assembly, bear strap, and frame and sill outer chords, as applicable, for cracking, in accordance with table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014. Repeat the inspection thereafter at the times specified in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014. If any crack is found during any inspection required by this paragraph, repair before further flight using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. (2) The inspection requirement in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD does not apply to operators who have added the inspection program for this area specified in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, in accordance with 14 CFR 121.1109(c)(2) or Sec. 129.109(b)(2) to their FAA-approved maintenance program. These inspections may be used in support of compliance with 14 CFR 121.1109(c)(2) or Sec. 129.109(b)(2). (j) Exception to Service Information Specifications If any cracking is found during any inspection required by this AD, and Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, specifies to contact Boeing for appropriate action: Before further flight, repair the crack using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. (k) Explanation of Service Information and AD: Repair/Preventative Modification Required The Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014, state that Group 1 and 2, Configuration 1 airplanes on which the repair or preventive modification has been installed as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-53-1163, dated December 21, 1993, are not required to be inspected. However, this AD requires inspections of Group 1 and 2 airplanes, as identified in and in accordance with paragraph (i) of this AD, which correspond with table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014. (l) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Service Bulletin 737-53-1163, dated December 21, 1993. (m) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (n)(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, Los Angeles ACO, to make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (n) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Nenita Odesa, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120L, FAA, Los Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; telephone: 562- 627-5234; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (o)(3) and (o)(4) of this AD. (o) 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 Service Bulletin 737-53-1163, dated December 21, 1993. (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1163, Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014. (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & [[Page 40903]] 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 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. (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 June 19, 2015. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 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AD specifies otherwise. Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Company Airplanes Nenita Odesa, Aerospace Engineer,
(i) GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. Alert Airframe Branch, ANM–120L, FAA, Los
Service Bulletin (ASB) No. M601E–11/ AGENCY: Federal Aviation Angeles Aircraft Certification Office,
28, Revision 2, dated January 23, 2015, Administration (FAA), DOT. 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood,
including Appendix 2, (the issue date is ACTION: Final rule. CA 90712–4137; telephone: 562–627–
not specified in the appendix). 5234; fax: 562–627–5210; email:
(ii) GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. ASB No. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new nenita.odesa@faa.gov.
M601E–11A/15, Revision 2, dated airworthiness directive (AD) for certain SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
January 23, 2015, including Appendix 2, The Boeing Company Model 737–100,
–200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 Discussion
(the issue date is not specified in the
appendix). series airplanes. This AD was prompted We issued a notice of proposed
by reports of fatigue cracks found in the rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
(iii) GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. ASB No. upper corners of the forward entry door part 39 by adding an AD that would
M601F/26, Revision 2, dated January 23, skin cutout. This AD requires repetitive apply to certain The Boeing Company
2015, including Appendix 2, (the issue inspections for cracking in the upper Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300,
date is not specified in the appendix). corners of the forward entry door skin –400, and –500 series airplanes. The
Note 1 to paragraph (i)(2): GE Aviation cutout, and repair if necessary. NPRM published in the Federal
Czech s.r.o. ASBs No. M601E–11/28, M601E– Accomplishment of this repair or a Register on June 11, 2014 (79 FR 33484).
11A/15, and M601F/26, all Revision 2, all preventive modification terminates the The NPRM was prompted by reports of
dated January 23, 2015, including Appendix repetitive inspections. We are issuing fatigue cracks found in the upper
2, are co-published as one document with this AD to detect and correct cracking in corners of the forward entry door skin
ASBs No. M601D/44, M601D–1/29, M601D– the doorway upper corners, which cutout. The NPRM proposed to require
11NZ/18, M601E/59, and M601E–21/26, could result in cabin depressurization. repetitive inspections for cracking in the
which are not incorporated by reference. DATES: This AD is effective August 18, upper corners of the forward entry door
2015. skin cutout, and repair if necessary.
(3) For GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. The Director of the Federal Register Accomplishment of this repair or a
service information identified in this approved the incorporation by reference preventive modification would
AD, contact GE Aviation Czech s.r.o., of certain publications listed in this AD terminate the repetitive inspections. We
Beranových 65, 199 02 Praha 9— as of August 18, 2015. are issuing this AD to detect and correct
Letňany, Czech Republic; phone: +420 cracking in the doorway upper corners,
ADDRESSES: For service information
222 538 111; fax: +420 222 538 222. identified in this AD, contact Boeing which could result in cabin
(4) You may view this service Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data depressurization.
information at FAA, Engine & Propeller & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, Comments
Directorate, 12 New England Executive MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; We gave the public the opportunity to
Park, Burlington, MA. For information telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1; participate in developing this AD. The
on the availability of this material at the fax 206–766–5680; Internet https:// following presents the comments
FAA, call 781–238–7125. www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view received on the NPRM (79 FR 33484,
(5) You may view this service this referenced service information at June 11, 2014) and the FAA’s response
the FAA, Transport Airplane to each comment.
information at the National Archives
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
and Records Administration (NARA). Support for the NPRM (79 FR 33484,
Renton, WA. For information on the
For information on the availability of June 11, 2014)
availability of this material at the FAA,
this material at NARA, call 202–741– call 425–227–1221. It is also available
6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/ Boeing stated that it supports the
on the Internet at http:// NPRM (79 FR 33484, June 11, 2014).
federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. www.regulations.gov by searching for
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on and locating Docket No. FAA–2014– Request To Clarify Terminating Action
June 26, 2015. 0339. Southwest Airlines (SWA) requested
Ann C. Mollica, confirmation that paragraph 3.B.4. of the
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and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, SWA stated that the repairs provided
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21, 1993; and Boeing Alert Service preventive modification terminates the Costs of Compliance
Bulletin 737–53A1163, Revision 1, repetitive inspections. This service
dated January 8, 2014. The service information is reasonably available We estimate that this AD affects 371
information describes repetitive because the interested parties have airplanes of U.S. registry.
inspections for cracking in the upper access to it through their normal course We estimate the following costs to
corners of the forward entry door skin of business or by the means identified comply with this AD:
cutout, and repair if necessary. in the ADDRESSES section of this AD.
Accomplishment of this repair or a
ESTIMATED COSTS—REQUIRED ACTIONS
Cost on
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost U.S. opera-
product tors
Inspection .............................................................. 3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 ................... $0 $255 $94,605
ESTIMATED COSTS—OPTIONAL ACTIONS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
Preventive modification ....................................... 44 work-hours × $85 per hour = $3,740 .......... Up to $3,912 ............... Up to $7,652.
We estimate the following costs to do required based on the results of the determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary repairs that would be inspection. We have no way of might need these repairs:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
Repair .................................................................. 60 work-hours × $85 per hour = $5,100 .......... Up to $4,964 ............... Up to $10,064.
We have received no definitive data substantial direct effect on the States, on PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
that would enable us to provide a cost the relationship between the national DIRECTIVES
estimate for the post-repair or post- government and the States, or on the
preventive modification inspections distribution of power and ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
specified in this AD. responsibilities among the various continues to read as follows:
Authority for This Rulemaking levels of government. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Title 49 of the United States Code For the reasons discussed above, I § 39.13 [Amended]
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue certify that this AD: ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory the following new airworthiness
section 106, describes the authority of action’’ under Executive Order 12866, directive (AD):
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under 2015–13–05 The Boeing Company:
Aviation Programs, describes in more DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Amendment 39–18192; Docket No.
detail the scope of the Agency’s (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), FAA–2014–0339; Directorate Identifier
authority. 2014–NM–025–AD.
We are issuing this rulemaking under (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska, and (a) Effective Date
the authority described in Subtitle VII, This AD is effective August 18, 2015.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (4) Will not have a significant
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that economic impact, positive or negative, (b) Affected ADs
section, Congress charges the FAA with on a substantial number of small entities None.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in under the criteria of the Regulatory (c) Applicability
air commerce by prescribing regulations Flexibility Act. (1) This AD applies to The Boeing
for practices, methods, and procedures Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C,
the Administrator finds necessary for List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes;
safety in air commerce. This regulation Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation certificated in any category; as identified in
is within the scope of that authority Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1163,
safety, Incorporation by reference,
because it addresses an unsafe condition Revision 1, dated January 8, 2014.
Safety.
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that is likely to exist or develop on (2) Installation of Supplemental Type
products identified in this rulemaking Adoption of the Amendment Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (http://
action. rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Accordingly, under the authority Library/rgstc.nsf/0/
Regulatory Findings ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/$FILE/
delegated to me by the Administrator,
ST01219SE.pdf http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_
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Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC enforcement, actual notice will be used related hazards that might be
2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone from July 1, 2015, until July 14, 2015. encountered, may result in a
206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766– catastrophic event. Incursions into the
ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in
5680; Internet https:// area by unapproved vessels could
www.myboeingfleet.com. this preamble are part of docket number
(4) You may view this referenced service USCG–2015–0247. To view documents degrade the ability to monitor and
information at the FAA, Transport Airplane mentioned in this preamble as being mitigate such risks. In evaluating this
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, available in the docket, go to http:// request, the Coast Guard explored
WA. For information on the availability of www.regulations.gov, type the docket relevant safety factors and considered
this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. number in the ‘‘SEARCH’’ box and click several criteria, including but not
(5) You may view this service information ‘‘SEARCH.’’ Click on Open Docket limited to: (1) The level of shipping
that is incorporated by reference at the Folder on the line associated with this activity around the operation; (2) safety
National Archives and Records rulemaking. You may also visit the concerns for personnel aboard the
Administration (NARA). For information on vessel; (3) concerns for the environment
Docket Management Facility in Room
the availability of this material at NARA, call given the sensitivity of the
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// W12–140 on the ground floor of the
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- Department of Transportation West environmental and the importance of
locations.html. Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., fishing and hunting to the indigenous
Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. population; (4) the lack of any
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 19, established shipping fairways, and
2015.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. fueling and supply storage/operations
Michael Kaszycki, which increase the likelihood that an
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane allision would result in a catastrophic
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
you have questions on this proposed
rule, call or email LCDR Jason Boyle, event; (5) the recent and potential future
[FR Doc. 2015–15852 Filed 7–13–15; 8:45 am] maritime traffic in the vicinity of the
Seventeenth Coast Guard District (dpi);
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
telephone 907–463–2821, Jason.t.boyle@ proposed areas; (6) the types of vessels
uscg.mil. If you have questions on navigating in the vicinity of the
viewing or submitting material to the proposed area; (7) the structural
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND docket, call Cheryl F. Collins, Program configuration of the vessel; and (8) the
SECURITY Manager, Docket Operations, telephone need to allow for lawful demonstrations
202–366–9826. without endangering the safe operation
Coast Guard of the vessel. For any group intending
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
to conduct lawful demonstrations in the
33 CFR Part 147 Table of Acronyms vicinity of the rig, these demonstrations
DHS Department of Homeland Security must be conducted outside the safety
[Docket No. USCG–2015–0247]
FR Federal Register zone.
RIN 1625–AA00 NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Results from a thorough and
comprehensive examination of the
Safety Zone; POLAR PIONEER, Outer A. Regulatory History and Information criteria, IMO guidelines, and existing
Continental Shelf Drill Unit, Chukchi The Coast Guard published an NPRM regulations warrant the establishment of
Sea, Alaska for this safety zone on May 1, 2015 (80 the temporary safety zone. The
FR 24863). One comment from the regulation significantly reduces the
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. public was received during the 30 day threat of allisions that could result in oil
ACTION: Temporary final rule. comment period. No public meeting on spills, and other releases. Furthermore,
this NPRM was requested, and none was the regulation increases the safety of
SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is
held. life, property, and the environment in
establishing a safety zone that extends Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast the Chukchi Sea by prohibiting entry
500 meters from the outer edge of the Guard finds that good cause exists for into the zone unless specifically
DRILL UNIT POLAR PIONEER. This making this rule effective less than 30 authorized by the Commander,
safety zone will be in effect when the days after publication in the Federal Seventeenth Coast Guard District, or a
DRILL UNIT POLAR PIONEER is on Register. Information regarding the size designated representative. Due to the
location in order to drill exploratory and location of this safety zone was not remote location and the need to protect
wells at various prospects located in the provided to the Coast Guard in the environment, the Coast Guard may
Chukchi Sea Outer Continental Shelf, sufficient detail for the Coast Guard to use criminal sanctions to enforce the
Alaska, from 12:01 a.m. on July 1, 2015 initiate this rulemaking activity at an safety zone as appropriate.
through 11:59 p.m. on October 31, 2015. earlier date. Delaying the The temporary safety zone will be
The purpose of the temporary safety implementation of this safety zone around the DRILL UNIT POLAR
zone is to protect the drillship from would increase the possibility of an PIONEER while anchored or deploying
vessels operating outside the normal allision in the Chukchi Sea. and recovering moorings on location in
shipping channels and fairways. Placing order to drill exploratory wells in
a safety zone around the drillship will B. Basis and Purpose
various locations in the Chukchi Sea
significantly reduce the threat of The request for the temporary safety Outer Continental Shelf, Alaska during
allisions, which could result in oil spills zone was made by Shell Exploration & the 2015 timeframe.
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and releases of natural gas, and thereby Production Company due to safety Shell Exploration & Production
protects the safety of life, property, and concerns for both the personnel aboard Company has proposed and received
the environment. Lawful the DRILL UNIT POLAR PIONEER and permits for drill sites within the Burger
demonstrations may be conducted the environment. Shell Exploration & prospects, Chukchi Sea, Alaska.
outside of the safety zone. Production Company indicated that it is During the 2015 timeframe, Shell
DATES: This rule is effective without highly likely that any allision or Exploration & Production Company has
actual notice from July 14, 2015 until inability to identify, monitor or mitigate proposed drilling exploration wells at
October 31, 2015. For the purposes of any risks or threats, including ice- various Chukchi Sea prospects
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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 August 18, 2015. | |
| Contact | Nenita Odesa, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120L, FAA, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; telephone: 562-627-5234; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 40899 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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