80 FR 58346 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 188 (September 29, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 188 (September 29, 2015)
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| FR Document | 2015-24146 |
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 188 (Tuesday, September 29, 2015)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 58346-58349] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-24146] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2014-0929; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-118-AD; Amendment 39-18274; AD 2015-19-12] 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 767 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports that six fasteners may not have been installed in the left and right stringer 37 (S-37) between body stations (BS) 428 and 431 lap splices on certain airplanes. This AD requires a general visual inspection of S-37 lap splices for missing fasteners, and all applicable related investigative and corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing fasteners, which could result in cracks in the fuselage skin that could adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective November 3, 2015. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 3, 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- 0929. 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- 0929; 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 [[Page 58347]] 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: Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6447; fax: 425-917-6590; 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 767 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 29, 2014 (79 FR 77970). The NPRM was prompted by reports that six fasteners may not have been installed in the left and right S-37 between BS 428 and 431 lap splices on certain airplanes. The NPRM proposed to require a general visual inspection of S-37 lap splices for missing fasteners, and all applicable related investigative and corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing fasteners, which could result in cracks in the fuselage skin that could adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM (79 FR 77970, December 29, 2014) and the FAA's response to each comment. Support for the NPRM (79 FR 77970, December 29, 2014) Boeing and Debra Abdou supported the NPRM (79 FR 77970, December 29, 2014). FedEx Express explained that the NPRM will not impact them. United Airlines stated that it has no comment on the NPRM. Request for Credit for Previous Actions United Parcel Service (UPS) requested that we revise the NPRM (79 FR 77970, December 29, 2014), to clarify that no further actions are required for airplanes that have previously accomplished inspections and corrective actions as specified in Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004- 01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013. UPS explained that, prior to the release of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, Boeing had released Boeing Fleet Team Digest article 767-FTD-53-12003, dated September 21, 2012; and Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004-01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013; to address the discrepant condition and provide applicable corrective actions. UPS stated that it has previously accomplished inspections and corrective actions on all affected UPS Model 767-300F series airplanes in accordance with Boeing Fleet Team Digest article 767-FTD-53-12003 dated September 21, 2012, and Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004-01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013. Per Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004-01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013, the following corrective actions are to be accomplished prior to further flight if the affected fasteners are found missing:Remove the center row and adjacent fasteners around the missing fastener locations. Perform open-hole high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection for damages. If no damage is found, install BACR15FV6KE* rivets per the Boeing installation drawing. If damage is found, repair per the service repair manual section defined in the future service bulletin. UPS reasoned that, as indicated in Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004- 01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013, the additional detailed inspection shown in Figure 2, Step 1, of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, is not required to detect damages resulting from the discrepant condition. UPS expressed that, as supported by Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004-01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013, the open-hole HFEC inspection is sufficient for detecting and eliminating damage resulting from the identified unsafe condition. UPS pointed out that standard maintenance procedures ensure that the external and internal areas accessed and disturbed during accomplishment of the repair are restored to normal configuration. Furthermore, UPS explained that supplemental internal and external inspections of the affected area are accomplished per UPS maintenance program as specified in Boeing Maintenance Planning Document Items 53-460-00, 53-648-00, 53-800-00, and 53-820-00. We disagree to provide credit for certain actions required by this AD if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004-01B (Service Request 1-2412169241) dated February 1, 2013. It is possible that individual instructions provided to the specific operator via Boeing Message TBC-UPS-13-0004- 01B (Service Request 1-2412169241), dated February 1, 2013, may have different instructions than those specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013. However, under the provisions of paragraph (i) of this AD, we will consider requests for approval of credit for certain actions if sufficient data are submitted to substantiate that the change would provide an acceptable level of safety. We have made no changes to this AD in this regard. Effect of Winglets on AD Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the supplemental type certificate (STC) ST01920SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/ Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ 59027f43b9a7486e86257b1d006591ee/$FILE/ST01920SE.pdf) does not affect the actions specified in the NPRM (79 FR 77970, December 29, 2014). We concur with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of the proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) and added new paragraph (c)(2) to this AD to state that installation of STC ST01920SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this final rule. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01920SE 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. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Boeing has issued Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013. The service information describes procedures for an external general visual inspection of the S-37 lap splice for missing fasteners, detailed and open-hole inspections of the skin for any crack, corrosion, or other discrepancy; determining if the crack, corrosion, or other discrepancy is within the repair limits, and repairing. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means [[Page 58348]] identified in the ADDRESSES section of this AD. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes: Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 77970, December 29, 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 77970, December 29, 2014). Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 23 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- General visual inspection........... 1 work-hour x $85 per $0 $85 $1,955 hour = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary inspections/ installations that would be required based on the results of the required inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these inspections/installations: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Detailed and HFEC inspections and fastener 13 work-hours x $85 per hour = * $1,105 installation. $1,105. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * All parts that are required are supplied by the operator. This cost is minimal, and we have no way to determine what the operators would pay for these parts. We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the repairs specified in this AD. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2015-19-12 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18274; Docket No. FAA- 2014-0929; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-118-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 3, 2015. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 767-200, -300, - 300F, and -400ER series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) [ST01920SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/ rgstc.nsf/0/59027f43b9a7486e86257b1d00659v1ee/$FILE/ST01920SE.pdf) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01920SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval [[Page 58349]] 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 that six fasteners may not have been installed in the left and right stringer 37 (S-37) between body stations (BS) 428 and 431 lap splices on certain airplanes. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing fasteners, which could result in cracks in the fuselage skin that could adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspections, Related Investigative Actions, and Corrective Actions Except as provided by paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, at the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013: Do an external general visual inspection of the S-37 lap splice for missing fasteners, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, except as provided by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. (h) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications (1) Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, specifies to contact Boeing for repair instructions, and specifies that action as ``RC'' (Required for Compliance), this AD requires repair before further flight using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. (2) Where Paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, specifies a compliance time ``after the original issue date of this service bulletin,'' this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j) 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) Except as required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD: For service information that contains steps that are labeled as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (j) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6447; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-53A0251, dated August 7, 2013. (ii) Reserved. (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 11, 2015. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2015-24146 Filed 9-28-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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§ 39.13 [Amended] approval letter must specifically reference DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding this AD.
the following new airworthiness (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any Federal Aviation Administration
directive (AD): requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must 14 CFR Part 39
2015–19–13 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment be accomplished using a method approved
39–18275. Docket No. FAA–2015–0494; [Docket No. FAA–2014–0929; Directorate
by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170,
Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–160–AD. Identifier 2014–NM–118–AD; Amendment
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation 39–18274; AD 2015–19–12]
(a) Effective Date (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design
This AD becomes effective November 3, Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by RIN 2120–AA64
2015. the DAO, the approval must include the
DAO-authorized signature. Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
(b) Affected ADs Company Airplanes
None. (i) Related Information
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(c) Applicability Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian
Administration (FAA), DOT.
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model ACTION: Final rule.
Airworthiness Directive CF–2014–22, dated
DHC–8–400, –401, and –402 airplanes,
certificated in any category, serial numbers July 16, 2014, for related information. This
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
4001 and 4003 through 4453 inclusive with airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
an outboard spoiler power control unit (PCU) Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/
#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2015-0494-0002.
The Boeing Company Model 767
having part number 390700–1007 installed in
the outboard position. airplanes. This AD was prompted by
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference reports that six fasteners may not have
(d) Subject been installed in the left and right
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
Air Transport Association (ATA) of approved the incorporation by reference stringer 37 (S–37) between body stations
America Code 27, Flight Controls. (IBR) of the service information listed in this (BS) 428 and 431 lap splices on certain
(e) Reason paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR airplanes. This AD requires a general
This AD was prompted by reports of part 51. visual inspection of S–37 lap splices for
inadvertent deployment of a single outboard (2) You must use this service information missing fasteners, and all applicable
spoiler during flight. We are issuing this AD as applicable to do the actions required by related investigative and corrective
to prevent leakage of the piston head seal and this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. actions. We are issuing this AD to detect
piston rod seals of the outboard spoiler PCUs, (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–27–63, and correct missing fasteners, which
which could result in inadvertent spoiler dated October 17, 2013. could result in cracks in the fuselage
deployment and reduced controllability of (ii) Reserved. skin that could adversely affect the
the airplane. (3) For service information identified in structural integrity of the airplane.
(f) Compliance this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q Series DATES: This AD is effective November 3,
Comply with this AD within the Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, 2015.
compliance times specified, unless already Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; The Director of the Federal Register
done. telephone 416–375–4000; fax 416–375–4539; approved the incorporation by reference
email thd.qseries@aero.bombardier.com; of a certain publication listed in this AD
(g) Replacement of PCUs for the Outboard
Internet http://www.bombardier.com. as of November 3, 2015.
Spoilers
(4) You may view this service information
Within 6,000 flight hours or 36 months ADDRESSES: For service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
after the effective date of this AD, whichever
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For identified in this AD, contact Boeing
occurs first: Replace the outboard spoiler Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data
PCUs with upgraded PCUs having re- information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707,
designed seals, in accordance with the MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207;
Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier (5) You may view this service information
Service Bulletin 84–27–63, dated October 17, that is incorporated by reference at the telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1;
2013. National Archives and Records fax 206–766–5680; Internet https://
Administration (NARA). For information on www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view
(h) Other FAA AD Provisions this referenced service information at
the availability of this material at NARA, call
The following provisions also apply to this 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// the FAA, Transport Airplane
AD: Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance Renton, WA. For information on the
locations.html.
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft
availability of this material at the FAA,
Certification Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA, Issued in Renton, Washington, on
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this call 425–227–1221. It is also available
September 16, 2015.
AD, if requested using the procedures found on the Internet at http://
Michael Kaszycki, www.regulations.gov by searching for
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal Acting Manager, Transport Airplane and locating Docket No. FAA–2014–
inspector or local Flight Standards District Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 0929.
Office, as appropriate. If sending information [FR Doc. 2015–24252 Filed 9–28–15; 8:45 am]
directly to the ACO, send it to ATTN: Examining the AD Docket
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Program Manager, Continuing Operational You may examine the AD docket on
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Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590;
www.regulations.gov by searching for
telephone 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531.
Before using any approved AMOC, notify and locating Docket No. FAA–2014–
your appropriate principal inspector, or 0929; or in person at the Docket
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of Management Facility between 9 a.m.
the local flight standards district office/ and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
certificate holding district office. The AMOC except Federal holidays. The AD docket
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identified in the ADDRESSES section of and minor editorial changes. We have proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 77970,
this AD. determined that these minor changes: December 29, 2014).
Conclusion • Are consistent with the intent that Costs of Compliance
We reviewed the relevant data, was proposed in the NPRM (79 FR
77970, December 29, 2014) for We estimate that this AD affects 23
considered the comments received, and
correcting the unsafe condition; and airplanes of U.S. registry.
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD • Do not add any additional burden We estimate the following costs to
with the changes described previously upon the public than was already comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
General visual inspection ................................ 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................. $0 $85 $1,955
We estimate the following costs to do results of the required inspection. We of aircraft that might need these
any necessary inspections/installations have no way of determining the number inspections/installations:
that would be required based on the
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Detailed and HFEC inspections and fastener installa- 13 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,105 ...................... * $1,105
tion.
* All parts that are required are supplied by the operator. This cost is minimal, and we have no way to determine what the operators would pay
for these parts.
We have received no definitive data Regulatory Findings PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
that would enable us to provide cost DIRECTIVES
estimates for the repairs specified in this This AD will not have federalism
AD. implications under Executive Order ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
According to the manufacturer, some 13132. This AD will not have a continues to read as follows:
of the costs of this AD may be covered substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
under warranty, thereby reducing the
cost impact on affected individuals. We government and the States, or on the § 39.13 [Amended]
do not control warranty coverage for distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
affected individuals. As a result, we
levels of government. the following new airworthiness
have included all costs in our cost
For the reasons discussed above, I directive (AD):
estimate.
certify that this AD: 2015–19–12 The Boeing Company:
Authority for This Rulemaking Amendment 39–18274; Docket No.
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
Title 49 of the United States Code FAA–2014–0929; Directorate Identifier
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, 2014–NM–118–AD.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (a) Effective Date
section 106, describes the authority of (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), This AD is effective November 3, 2015.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs, describes in more (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (b) Affected ADs
detail the scope of the Agency’s in Alaska, and None.
authority. (4) Will not have a significant
(c) Applicability
We are issuing this rulemaking under economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities (1) This AD applies to The Boeing
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Company Model 767–200, –300, –300F, and
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: under the criteria of the Regulatory
–400ER series airplanes, certificated in any
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Flexibility Act. category, as identified in Boeing Alert
section, Congress charges the FAA with List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Service Bulletin 767–53A0251, dated August
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in 7, 2013.
air commerce by prescribing regulations Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (2) Installation of Supplemental Type
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for practices, methods, and procedures safety, Incorporation by reference, Certificate (STC) [ST01920SE (http://
the Administrator finds necessary for Safety. rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
safety in air commerce. This regulation Library/rgstc.nsf/0/59027f43b9a7486e86257b
Adoption of the Amendment 1d00659v1ee/$FILE/ST01920SE.pdf) does
is within the scope of that authority not affect the ability to accomplish the
because it addresses an unsafe condition Accordingly, under the authority actions required by this AD. Therefore, for
that is likely to exist or develop on delegated to me by the Administrator, airplanes on which STC ST01920SE is
products identified in this rulemaking the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as installed, a ‘‘change in product’’ alternative
action. follows: method of compliance (AMOC) approval
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request is not necessary to comply with the of the local flight standards district office/ Issued in Renton, Washington, on
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. certificate holding district office. September 11, 2015.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable Michael Kaszycki,
(d) Subject
level of safety may be used for any repair Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Air Transport Association (ATA) of required by this AD if it is approved by the
America Code 53, Fuselage. Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization
[FR Doc. 2015–24146 Filed 9–28–15; 8:45 am]
(e) Unsafe Condition Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
This AD was prompted by reports that six
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair
fasteners may not have been installed in the
left and right stringer 37 (S–37) between body method to be approved, the repair must meet
the certification basis of the airplane and the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
stations (BS) 428 and 431 lap splices on
certain airplanes. We are issuing this AD to approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) Except as required by paragraph (h)(1) Federal Aviation Administration
detect and correct missing fasteners, which
could result in cracks in the fuselage skin of this AD: For service information that
that could adversely affect the structural contains steps that are labeled as Required 14 CFR Part 39
integrity of the airplane. for Compliance (RC), the provisions of [Docket No. FAA–2015–2466; Directorate
paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii) of this AD Identifier 2015–CE–018–AD; Amendment
(f) Compliance apply. 39–18273; AD 2015–19–11]
Comply with this AD within the (i) The steps labeled as RC, including
compliance times specified, unless already substeps under an RC step and any figures RIN 2120–AA64
done. identified in an RC step, must be done to
(g) Inspections, Related Investigative comply with the AD. An AMOC is required Airworthiness Directives; Piaggio Aero
Actions, and Corrective Actions for any deviations to RC steps, including Industries S.p.A. Airplanes
substeps and identified figures.
Except as provided by paragraph (h)(2) of AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
this AD, at the applicable time specified in Administration (FAA), Department of
deviated from using accepted methods in
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Transportation (DOT).
Alert Service Bulletin 767–53A0251, dated accordance with the operator’s maintenance
August 7, 2013: Do an external general visual or inspection program without obtaining ACTION: Final rule.
inspection of the S–37 lap splice for missing approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
fasteners, and do all applicable related including substeps and identified figures, can SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
investigative and corrective actions, in still be done as specified, and the airplane airworthiness directive (AD) for Piaggio
accordance with the Accomplishment can be put back in an airworthy condition. Aero Industries S.p.A. Model P–180
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin (j) Related Information airplanes. This AD results from
767–53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, except mandatory continuing airworthiness
as provided by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. For more information about this AD,
information (MCAI) issued by an
Do all applicable related investigative and contact Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle
aviation authority of another country to
corrective actions before further flight.
ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA identify and correct an unsafe condition
(h) Exceptions to Service Information 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6447; fax: 425– on an aviation product. The MCAI
Specifications 917–6590; email: Wayne.Lockett@faa.gov. describes the unsafe condition as the
(1) Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin need to restore the safe fatigue life of the
767–53A0251, dated August 7, 2013, (k) Material Incorporated by Reference bulkhead structure. We are issuing this
specifies to contact Boeing for repair (1) The Director of the Federal Register AD to require actions to address the
instructions, and specifies that action as approved the incorporation by reference unsafe condition on these products.
‘‘RC’’ (Required for Compliance), this AD (IBR) of the service information listed in this
requires repair before further flight using a DATES: This AD is effective November 3,
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
method approved in accordance with the part 51. 2015.
procedures specified in paragraph (i)(1) of (2) You must use this service information The Director of the Federal Register
this AD. as applicable to do the actions required by approved the incorporation by reference
(2) Where Paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. of certain publication listed in the AD
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–53A0251, (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767– as of November 3, 2015.
dated August 7, 2013, specifies a compliance 53A0251, dated August 7, 2013.
time ‘‘after the original issue date of this ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
(ii) Reserved. docket on the Internet at http://
service bulletin,’’ this AD requires (3) For Boeing service information
compliance within the specified compliance www.regulations.gov by searching for
identified in this AD, contact Boeing
time after the effective date of this AD.
Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data &
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2466; or in person at Document
(AMOCs) 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone Management Facility, U.S. Department
206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766– of Transportation, Docket Operations,
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the 5680; Internet https:// M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if www.myboeingfleet.com. Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
requested using the procedures found in 14 (4) You may view this service information Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 For service information identified in
send your request to your principal inspector Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For this AD, contact PIAGGIO AERO
or local Flight Standards District Office, as information on the availability of this INDUSTRIES S.p.A, Airworthiness
asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
appropriate. If sending information directly material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Office, Viale Generale Disegna,
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the (5) You may view this service information
1 - 17038 Villanova d’Albenga, Savona,
attention of the person identified in that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records Italy; telephone: +39 010 6481800; fax:
paragraph (j) of this AD. Information may be
emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- Administration (NARA). For information on +39 010 6481374; email:
Requests@faa.gov. the availability of this material at NARA, call technicalsupport@piaggioaerospace.it;
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// Internet: www.piaggioaerospace.it/en/
notify your appropriate principal inspector, www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- customer-support#care. You may view
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager locations.html. this referenced service information at
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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 November 3, 2015. | |
| Contact | Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6447; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 58346 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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