80_FR_52378 80 FR 52211 - Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Airplanes

80 FR 52211 - Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 167 (August 28, 2015)

Page Range52211-52212
FR Document2015-21247

The FAA withdraws a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD), which would have applied to all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes. The NPRM would have superseded AD 2011-24-06 and required revising the maintenance program to incorporate new airworthiness limitations for reduced safe life limits on certain nose landing gear fittings. Since the NPRM was issued, we have received new data indicating that the airworthiness limitations contained in section 5 of the aircraft maintenance manual has been revised to include additional tasks and limitations. Accordingly, the NPRM is withdrawn.

Federal Register, Volume 80 Issue 167 (Friday, August 28, 2015) 
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 167 (Friday, August 28, 2015)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 52211-52212]
From the Federal Register Online  [www.thefederalregister.org]
[FR Doc No: 2015-21247]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2013-0627; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-021-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited 
Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Proposed rule; withdrawal.

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SUMMARY: The FAA withdraws a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that 
proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD), which would have applied 
to all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series airplanes 
and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes. The NPRM would have superseded 
AD 2011-24-06 and required revising the maintenance program to 
incorporate new airworthiness limitations for reduced safe life limits 
on certain nose landing gear fittings. Since the NPRM was issued, we 
have received new data indicating that the airworthiness limitations 
contained in section 5 of the aircraft maintenance manual has been 
revised to include additional tasks and limitations. Accordingly, the 
NPRM is withdrawn.

DATES: As of August 28, 2015, the proposed rule, which was published in 
the Federal Register on July 24, 2013 (78 FR 44469), is withdrawn.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2013-
0627; 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 action, the NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 2013), the 
regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. 
The address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is the 
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: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1175; 
fax 425-227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We proposed to amend part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations 
(14 CFR part 39) with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for a new 
AD for all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 series 
airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes. The NPRM published in 
the Federal Register on July 24, 2013 (78 FR 44469). The NPRM would 
have superseded AD 2011-24-06, Amendment 39-16870 (76 FR 73477, 
November 29, 2011). The NPRM would have continued to require existing 
limitations and would have required revising the maintenance program to 
incorporate the following limitations:
     Subject 05-10-15, ``Aircraft Equipment Airworthiness 
Limitations,'' of Chapter 05, ``Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,'' of 
BAe 146 Series/AVRO 146-RJ Series Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Revision 
105, dated July 15, 2011.
     Subject 05-20-02, ``Airframe Scheduled Maintenance--
Landing/Calendar Life Extended,'' of Chapter 05, ``Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks,'' of BAe 146 Series/AVRO 146-RJ Series Aircraft 
Maintenance Manual, Revision 105, dated July 15, 2011.
     Subject 05-20-05, ``Airframe Scheduled Maintenance--Life 
Extension Programme Landings Life Extended,'' of Chapter 05, ``Time 
Limits/Maintenance Checks,'' of BAe 146 Series/AVRO 146-RJ Series 
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Revision 105, dated July 15, 2011.
    The NPRM was prompted by a determination that reduced safe life 
limits on certain nose landing gear NLG fittings were necessary. 
Analysis of these fittings showed the presence of forging indications 
in the flash line, which could reduce the life limits of these 
fittings. The proposed actions were intended to prevent fatigue 
cracking of certain structural elements, which could adversely affect 
the structural integrity of the airplane.

Actions Since NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 2013) Was Issued

    Since we issued the NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 2014), BAE Systems 
(Operations) Limited has revised Chapter 05, ``Time Limits/Maintenance 
Checks,'' of the BAe 146 Series/AVRO 146-RJ Series Aircraft Maintenance 
Manual (AMM). Therefore, the NPRM proposal to incorporate new 
airworthiness limitations with reduced safe life limits on certain nose 
landing gear fittings contained in a previous issue of the AMM are no 
longer relevant.

FAA's Conclusions

    Upon further consideration, we have determined that the changes to 
the AMM proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 2013) are no longer 
relevant and there is no benefit to proceeding with the publication of 
a final rule. Accordingly, the NPRM is withdrawn. The FAA is 
considering issuing a different rulemaking action to require 
implementation of the current revision of BAE Systems (Operations) 
Limited Chapter 05, ``Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,'' of the BAe 146 
Series/AVRO 146-RJ Series AMM.
    Withdrawal of the NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 2013) does not 
preclude the FAA from issuing another related action or commit the FAA 
to any course of action in the future.

Regulatory Impact

    Since this action only withdraws an NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 
2013), it is neither a proposed nor a final rule and therefore is not 
covered under Executive Order 12866, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, or 
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 
1979).

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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

The Withdrawal

    Accordingly, we withdraw the NPRM, Docket No. FAA-2013-0627, 
Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-021-AD, which was published in the 
Federal Register on July 24, 2013 (78 FR 44469).

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 20, 2015.
Kevin Hull,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2015-21247 Filed 8-27-15; 8:45 am]
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Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 167 / Friday, August 28, 2015 / Proposed Rules 52211 document also announced a public limitations contained in section 5 of the Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Revision meeting to receive comment about the aircraft maintenance manual has been 105, dated July 15, 2011. proposed standards and associated revised to include additional tasks and • Subject 05–20–05, ‘‘Airframe analyses and results. 80 FR 39486. The limitations. Accordingly, the NPRM is Scheduled Maintenance—Life document provided for the submission withdrawn. Extension Programme Landings Life of written comments by September 8, Extended,’’ of Chapter 05, ‘‘Time DATES: As of August 28, 2015, the 2015, and oral comments were also Limits/Maintenance Checks,’’ of BAe proposed rule, which was published in accepted at a public meeting held on 146 Series/AVRO 146–RJ Series Aircraft the Federal Register on July 24, 2013 July 28, 2015. Maintenance Manual, Revision 105, (78 FR 44469), is withdrawn. The Plumbing Manufacturers dated July 15, 2011. International requested, by letter dated ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD The NPRM was prompted by a August 13, 2015, an extension of the docket on the Internet at http:// determination that reduced safe life public comment period for the proposed www.regulations.gov by searching for limits on certain nose landing gear NLG rulemaking, in view of the scope of the and locating Docket No. FAA–2013– fittings were necessary. Analysis of proposed rulemaking, technical nature, 0627; or in person at the Docket these fittings showed the presence of and amount of data requested. Management Facility between 9 a.m. forging indications in the flash line, DOE has determined that an extension and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, which could reduce the life limits of of the public comment period for the except Federal holidays. The AD docket these fittings. The proposed actions notice of proposed rulemaking is contains this AD action, the NPRM (78 were intended to prevent fatigue appropriate to allow interested parties FR 44469, July 24, 2013), the regulatory cracking of certain structural elements, additional time to submit comments for evaluation, any comments received, and which could adversely affect the DOE’s consideration. Thus, DOE is other information. The address for the structural integrity of the airplane. extending the comment period by 15 Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527) is the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Actions Since NPRM (78 FR 44469, July days. DOE will consider any comments 24, 2013) Was Issued received prior to September 23, 2015, to Department of Transportation, Docket be timely submitted. Operations, M–30, West Building Since we issued the NPRM (78 FR Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 44469, July 24, 2014), BAE Systems Issued in Washington, DC, on August 21, 2015. New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, (Operations) Limited has revised DC 20590. Chapter 05, ‘‘Time Limits/Maintenance Kathleen B. Hogan, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Checks,’’ of the BAe 146 Series/AVRO Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy 146–RJ Series Aircraft Maintenance Efficiency and Renewable Energy. Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Manual (AMM). Therefore, the NPRM [FR Doc. 2015–21319 Filed 8–27–15; 8:45 am] Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, proposal to incorporate new BILLING CODE 6450–01–P airworthiness limitations with reduced 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1175; safe life limits on certain nose landing fax 425–227–1149. gear fittings contained in a previous DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION issue of the AMM are no longer SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: relevant. Federal Aviation Administration Discussion FAA’s Conclusions 14 CFR Part 39 We proposed to amend part 39 of the Upon further consideration, we have Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR determined that the changes to the [Docket No. FAA–2013–0627; Directorate part 39) with a notice of proposed AMM proposed in the NPRM (78 FR Identifier 2012–NM–021–AD] rulemaking (NPRM) for a new AD for all 44469, July 24, 2013) are no longer RIN 2120–AA64 BAE Systems (Operations) Limited relevant and there is no benefit to Model BAe 146 series airplanes and proceeding with the publication of a Airworthiness Directives; BAE Model Avro 146–RJ series airplanes. Systems (Operations) Limited final rule. Accordingly, the NPRM is The NPRM published in the Federal withdrawn. The FAA is considering Airplanes Register on July 24, 2013 (78 FR 44469). issuing a different rulemaking action to AGENCY: Federal Aviation The NPRM would have superseded AD require implementation of the current Administration (FAA), Department of 2011–24–06, Amendment 39–16870 (76 revision of BAE Systems (Operations) Transportation (DOT). FR 73477, November 29, 2011). The Limited Chapter 05, ‘‘Time Limits/ ACTION: Proposed rule; withdrawal. NPRM would have continued to require Maintenance Checks,’’ of the BAe 146 existing limitations and would have Series/AVRO 146–RJ Series AMM. SUMMARY: The FAA withdraws a notice required revising the maintenance Withdrawal of the NPRM (78 FR of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that program to incorporate the following 44469, July 24, 2013) does not preclude proposed a new airworthiness directive limitations: the FAA from issuing another related (AD), which would have applied to all • Subject 05–10–15, ‘‘Aircraft action or commit the FAA to any course BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Equipment Airworthiness Limitations,’’ of action in the future. Model BAe 146 series airplanes and of Chapter 05, ‘‘Time Limits/ Model Avro 146–RJ series airplanes. Maintenance Checks,’’ of BAe 146 Regulatory Impact Lhorne on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS The NPRM would have superseded AD Series/AVRO 146–RJ Series Aircraft Since this action only withdraws an 2011–24–06 and required revising the Maintenance Manual, Revision 105, NPRM (78 FR 44469, July 24, 2013), it maintenance program to incorporate dated July 15, 2011. is neither a proposed nor a final rule new airworthiness limitations for • Subject 05–20–02, ‘‘Airframe and therefore is not covered under reduced safe life limits on certain nose Scheduled Maintenance—Landing/ Executive Order 12866, the Regulatory landing gear fittings. Since the NPRM Calendar Life Extended,’’ of Chapter 05, Flexibility Act, or DOT Regulatory was issued, we have received new data ‘‘Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,’’ of Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, indicating that the airworthiness BAe 146 Series/AVRO 146–RJ Series February 26, 1979). 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52212 Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 167 / Friday, August 28, 2015 / Proposed Rules List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following aspects of this proposed AD. We will Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation methods: consider all comments received by the safety, Incorporation by reference, • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to closing date and may amend this Safety. http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the proposed AD because of those instructions for submitting comments. comments. The Withdrawal • Fax: 202–493–2251. We will post all comments we Accordingly, we withdraw the NPRM, • Mail: U.S. Department of receive, without change, to http:// Docket No. FAA–2013–0627, Directorate Transportation, Docket Operations, M– www.regulations.gov, including any Identifier 2012–NM–021–AD, which 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room personal information you provide. We was published in the Federal Register W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., will also post a report summarizing each on July 24, 2013 (78 FR 44469). Washington, DC 20590. substantive verbal contact we receive Issued in Renton, Washington, on August • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of about this proposed AD. 20, 2015. Transportation, Docket Operations, M– Discussion Kevin Hull, 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., We issued an NPRM to amend 14 CFR Acting Manager, Transport Airplane part 39 by adding an AD that would Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, apply to certain AEC replacement PMA [FR Doc. 2015–21247 Filed 8–27–15; 8:45 am] cylinder assemblies marketed by ECi. except Federal holidays. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P For service information identified in These assemblies are used on this proposed AD, contact Engine Continental Motors, Inc. (CMI) model Components International Division, 520 and 550 reciprocating engines, and DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION all other CMI engine models approved 9503 Middlex Drive, San Antonio, TX for the use of models 520 and 550 Federal Aviation Administration 78217; phone: 210–820–8101; Internet: cylinder assemblies such as the CMI http://www.eci.aero/pages/tech_ model 470 when modified by STC. The 14 CFR Part 39 svcpubs.aspx. You may view this NPRM published in the Federal service information at the FAA, Engine [Docket No. FAA–2012–0002; Directorate Register on August 12, 2013 (78 FR & Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Identifier 2011–NE–42–AD] 48828). The NPRM proposed to require Executive Park, Burlington, MA. For RIN 2120–AA64 initial and repetitive inspections, information on the availability of this immediate replacement of cracked material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125. Airworthiness Directives; Continental cylinder assemblies, and replacement of Motors, Inc. Reciprocating Engines Examining the AD Docket cylinder assemblies at reduced times-in- You may examine the AD docket on service (TIS) since new. The NPRM also AGENCY: Federal Aviation proposed to prohibit the installation of Administration (FAA), DOT. the Internet at http:// www.regulations.gov by searching for affected cylinder assemblies into any ACTION: Supplemental notice of engine. proposed rulemaking (NPRM); and locating Docket No. FAA–2012– We subsequently issued an SNPRM reopening of comment period. 0002; or in person at the Docket which published in the Federal Register Management Facility between 9 a.m. on January 8, 2015 (80 FR 1008). The SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, SNPRM proposed a modified schedule proposed airworthiness directive (AD) except Federal holidays. The AD docket for removal of the affected cylinder for certain Airmotive Engineering Corp. contains this proposed AD, the assemblies, added that overhauled (AEC) replacement parts manufacturer regulatory evaluation, any comments affected cylinder assemblies be removed approval (PMA) cylinder assemblies received, and other information. The within 80 hours, eliminated a reporting marketed by Engine Components street address for the Docket Office requirement, and removed the International Division (ECi). We (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the requirement for initial and repetitive subsequently issued an initial ADDRESSES section. Comments will be inspections. supplemental NPRM (SNPRM) that available in the AD docket shortly after proposed to modify the schedule for receipt. Actions Since Previous SNPRM Was removal of the affected cylinder FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Issued assemblies, added that overhauled Jurgen E. Priester, Aerospace Engineer, Since we issued the SNPRM (80 FR affected cylinder assemblies be removed Delegation Systems Certification Office, 1008, January 8, 2015), we received within 80 hours, eliminated a reporting FAA, Rotorcraft Directorate, 2601 numerous additional comments on the requirement, and removed a Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76137; proposed rule. After reviewing the requirement for initial and repetitive phone: 817–222–5190; fax: 817–222– comments, we decided to reopen the inspections. This second SNPRM 5785; email: jurgen.e.priester@faa.gov. docket so that we could provide reopens the comment period to allow SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: additional information to explain the the public the chance to comment on rationale for this AD action. We also additional information added to the Comments Invited wanted to provide commenters with the docket of this proposed rule. We are We invite you to send any written opportunity to comment on this proposing this SNPRM to prevent relevant data, views, or arguments about additional information. We added the failure of the cylinder assemblies, which Lhorne on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS this proposed AD. Send your comments following information to Docket No. could lead to failure of the engine, in- to an address listed under the FAA–2012–0002: (1) The risk analysis flight shutdown, and loss of control of ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. conducted by the FAA’s Chief Scientific the airplane. FAA–2012–0002; Directorate Identifier and Technical Adviser, Aircraft Safety DATES: We must receive comments on 2011–NE–42–AD’’ at the beginning of Analysis; (2) a risk analysis using the this SNPRM by September 28, 2015. your comments. We specifically invite Small Airplane Risk Analysis methods; ADDRESSES: You may send comments, comments on the overall regulatory, (3) a June 2011, presentation by using the procedures found in 14 CFR economic, environmental, and energy Airmotive Engineering to the FAA VerDate Sep<11>2014 12:57 Aug 27, 2015 Jkt 235001 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 E:\FR\FM\28AUP1.SGM 28AUP1


Document Created: 2015-12-15 11:04:57
Document Modified: 2015-12-15 11:04:57
CategoryRegulatory Information
CollectionFederal Register
sudoc ClassAE 2.7:
GS 4.107:
AE 2.106:
PublisherOffice of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
SectionProposed Rules
ActionProposed rule; withdrawal.
DatesAs of August 28, 2015, the proposed rule, which was published in the Federal Register on July 24, 2013 (78 FR 44469), is withdrawn.
ContactTodd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1175; fax 425-227-1149.
FR Citation80 FR 52211 
RIN Number2120-AA64
CFR AssociatedAir Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety
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