80 FR 63132 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 201 (October 19, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 201 (Monday, October 19, 2015)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 63132-63134] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-26221] ======================================================================== Proposed Rules Federal Register ________________________________________________________________________ This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains notices to the public of the proposed issuance of rules and regulations. The purpose of these notices is to give interested persons an opportunity to participate in the rule making prior to the adoption of the final rules. ======================================================================== Federal Register / Vol. 80, No. 201 / Monday, October 19, 2015 / Proposed Rules [[Page 63132]] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-3987; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-066-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of wire chafing caused by a certain left wing spoiler actuator wire not having enough separation from a certain bracket when the spoiler is in the deployed position. This proposed AD would require measuring the separation between a certain electro- mechanical actuator wire of the left wing, spoiler 4, and the support bracket of the flap variable camber trim unit, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct wire chafing, which could result in an electrical short and potential fire in a flammable fluid leakage zone, and possible loss of several functions essential for safe flight. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 3, 2015. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544- 5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 3987. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 3987; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sean J. Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; phone: 425-917-6479; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2015-3987; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-066-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed AD because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion During an inspection in final assembly, insufficient clearance and wire chafing was found on an airplane between the wiring on the number 4 spoiler electric motor actuator (SEMA) and a bracket with the flaps fully extended and the spoiler fully drooped. This condition, if not corrected, could result in an electrical short and potential fire in a flammable fluid leakage zone, and possible loss of several functions essential for safe flight. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270024-00, Issue 001, dated September 24, 2014. The service information describes procedures for accomplishing the following actions. Measuring the separation between the electro-mechanical actuator wire W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4, and the support bracket of the flap variable camber trim unit. Related investigative actions and corrective actions such as doing a general visual inspection for chafing of the electro- mechanical actuator wire W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4; adjusting the electro-mechanical actuator wire W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4; and replacing the electro-mechanical actuator wire W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section of this NPRM. FAA's Determination We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition [[Page 63133]] described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would require accomplishing the actions specified in the service information described previously. Refer to this service information for details on the procedures. The phrase ``related investigative actions'' is used in this proposed AD. ``Related investigative actions'' are follow-on actions that (1) are related to the primary actions, and (2) further investigate the nature of any condition found. Related investigative actions in an AD could include, for example, inspections. The phrase ``corrective actions'' is used in this proposed AD. ``Corrective actions'' are actions that correct or address any condition found. Corrective actions in an AD could include, for example, repairs. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 12 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Measurement....................... 6 work-hours x $85 per $0 $510 $6,120 hour = $510. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the proposed inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this replacement: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Related investigative and corrective 2 work-hours x $85 per hour = $170 $24 $194 actions. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, all of the costs of this proposed 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 the available 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 We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2015-3987; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-066-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by December 3, 2015. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 787-8 airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270024-00, Issue 001, dated September 24, 2014. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 24, Electrical Power. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report of wire chafing caused by a certain left wing spoiler actuator wire not having enough separation from a certain bracket when the spoiler is in the deployed position. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct wire chafing, which could result in an electrical short and potential fire in a flammable fluid leakage zone and possible loss of several functions essential for safe flight. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. [[Page 63134]] (g) Wire Separation Measurement, Related Investigative Actions, and Corrective Actions Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD: Measure the separation between the electro-mechanical actuator wire W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4, and the support bracket of the flap variable camber trim unit, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787- 81205-SB270024-00, Issue 001, dated September 24, 2014. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. (h) 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 (i)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (i) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Sean J. Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6479; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544- 5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on October 6, 2015. Jeffrey E. Duven, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2015-26221 Filed 10-16-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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issuance of rules and regulations. The • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail consider all comments received by the
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persons an opportunity to participate in the p.m., Monday through Friday, except proposed AD because of those
rule making prior to the adoption of the final
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rules.
For service information identified in We will post all comments we
this proposed AD, contact Boeing receive, without change, to http://
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data www.regulations.gov, including any
& Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, personal information you provide. We
Federal Aviation Administration MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; will also post a report summarizing each
telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1; substantive verbal contact we receive
14 CFR Part 39 fax 206–766–5680; Internet https:// about this proposed AD.
www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view Discussion
[Docket No. FAA–2015–3987; Directorate this referenced service information at
Identifier 2015–NM–066–AD] During an inspection in final
the FAA, Transport Airplane
RIN 2120–AA64 Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., assembly, insufficient clearance and
Renton, WA. For information on the wire chafing was found on an airplane
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing availability of this material at the FAA, between the wiring on the number 4
Company Airplanes call 425–227–1221. It is also available spoiler electric motor actuator (SEMA)
on the Internet at http:// and a bracket with the flaps fully
AGENCY: Federal Aviation www.regulations.gov by searching for extended and the spoiler fully drooped.
Administration (FAA), DOT. and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– This condition, if not corrected, could
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking 3987. result in an electrical short and
(NPRM). potential fire in a flammable fluid
Examining the AD Docket leakage zone, and possible loss of
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new You may examine the AD docket on several functions essential for safe
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain the Internet at http:// flight.
The Boeing Company Model 787–8 www.regulations.gov by searching for
airplanes. This proposed AD was Related Service Information Under 1
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– CFR Part 51
prompted by a report of wire chafing 3987; or in person at the Docket
caused by a certain left wing spoiler Management Facility between 9 a.m. We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
actuator wire not having enough and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Bulletin B787–81205–SB270024–00,
separation from a certain bracket when except Federal holidays. The AD docket Issue 001, dated September 24, 2014.
the spoiler is in the deployed position. contains this proposed AD, the The service information describes
This proposed AD would require regulatory evaluation, any comments procedures for accomplishing the
measuring the separation between a received, and other information. The following actions.
certain electro-mechanical actuator wire street address for the Docket Office • Measuring the separation between
of the left wing, spoiler 4, and the (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the the electro-mechanical actuator wire
support bracket of the flap variable ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4, and
camber trim unit, and related available in the AD docket shortly after the support bracket of the flap variable
investigative and corrective actions if receipt. camber trim unit.
necessary. We are proposing this AD to • Related investigative actions and
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: corrective actions such as doing a
detect and correct wire chafing, which
could result in an electrical short and Sean J. Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, general visual inspection for chafing of
potential fire in a flammable fluid Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM– the electro-mechanical actuator wire
leakage zone, and possible loss of 130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4;
several functions essential for safe Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., adjusting the electro-mechanical
flight. Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425– actuator wire W801182 of the left wing,
917–6479; fax: 425–917–6590; email: spoiler 4; and replacing the electro-
DATES: We must receive comments on sean.schauer@faa.gov. mechanical actuator wire W801182 of
this proposed AD by December 3, 2015. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: the left wing, spoiler 4.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, This service information is reasonably
using the procedures found in 14 CFR Comments Invited
available because the interested parties
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11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following We invite you to send any written have access to it through their normal
methods: relevant data, views, or arguments about course of business or by the means
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to this proposal. Send your comments to identified in the ADDRESSES section of
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the an address listed under the ADDRESSES this NPRM.
instructions for submitting comments. section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
• Fax: 202–493–2251. 2015–3987; Directorate Identifier 2015– FAA’s Determination
• Mail: U.S. Department of NM–066–AD’’ at the beginning of your We are proposing this AD because we
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– comments. We specifically invite evaluated all the relevant information
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room comments on the overall regulatory, and determined the unsafe condition
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described previously is likely to exist or The phrase ‘‘related investigative actions’’ are actions that correct or
develop in other products of the same actions’’ is used in this proposed AD. address any condition found. Corrective
type design. ‘‘Related investigative actions’’ are actions in an AD could include, for
follow-on actions that (1) are related to example, repairs.
Proposed AD Requirements
the primary actions, and (2) further
This proposed AD would require investigate the nature of any condition Costs of Compliance
accomplishing the actions specified in found. Related investigative actions in
the service information described We estimate that this proposed AD
an AD could include, for example,
previously. Refer to this service affects 12 airplanes of U.S. registry.
inspections.
information for details on the The phrase ‘‘corrective actions’’ is We estimate the following costs to
procedures. used in this proposed AD. ‘‘Corrective comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Measurement .................................................. 6 work-hours × $85 per hour = $510 ............. $0 $510 $6,120
We estimate the following costs to do be required based on the results of the determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary replacements that would proposed inspection. We have no way of might need this replacement:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Related investigative and corrective actions ................ 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ........................... $24 $194
According to the manufacturer, all of substantial direct effect on the States, on § 39.13 [Amended]
the costs of this proposed AD may be the relationship between the national ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
covered under warranty, thereby Government and the States, or on the the following new airworthiness
reducing the cost impact on affected distribution of power and directive (AD):
individuals. We do not control warranty responsibilities among the various
coverage for affected individuals. As a levels of government. The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA–
2015–3987; Directorate Identifier 2015–
result, we have included all the For the reasons discussed above, I
NM–066–AD.
available costs in our cost estimate. certify this proposed regulation:
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (a) Comments Due Date
Authority for This Rulemaking
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, We must receive comments by December 3,
Title 49 of the United States Code (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under 2015.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue the DOT Regulatory Policies and
(b) Affected ADs
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26,
section 106, describes the authority of 1979), None.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (c) Applicability
Aviation Programs, describes in more in Alaska, and This AD applies to certain The Boeing
detail the scope of the Agency’s (4) Will not have a significant Company Model 787–8 airplanes, certificated
authority. economic impact, positive or negative, in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert
We are issuing this rulemaking under on a substantial number of small entities Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB270024–00,
the authority described in Subtitle VII, under the criteria of the Regulatory Issue 001, dated September 24, 2014.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Flexibility Act. (d) Subject
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air Transport Association (ATA) of
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation America Code 24, Electrical Power.
air commerce by prescribing regulations safety, Incorporation by reference, (e) Unsafe Condition
for practices, methods, and procedures Safety. This AD was prompted by a report of wire
the Administrator finds necessary for chafing caused by a certain left wing spoiler
safety in air commerce. This regulation The Proposed Amendment
actuator wire not having enough separation
is within the scope of that authority Accordingly, under the authority from a certain bracket when the spoiler is in
because it addresses an unsafe condition delegated to me by the Administrator, the deployed position. We are issuing this
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that is likely to exist or develop on the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part AD to detect and correct wire chafing, which
products identified in this rulemaking 39 as follows: could result in an electrical short and
action. potential fire in a flammable fluid leakage
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS zone and possible loss of several functions
Regulatory Findings DIRECTIVES essential for safe flight.
We determined that this proposed AD (f) Compliance
would not have federalism implications ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
Comply with this AD within the
under Executive Order 13132. This continues to read as follows: compliance times specified, unless already
proposed AD would not have a Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. done.
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(g) Wire Separation Measurement, Related DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION account.airworth-eas@airbus.com;
Investigative Actions, and Corrective Internet http://www.airbus.com.
Actions Federal Aviation Administration For Airbus Operations GMBH service
Within 24 months after the effective date information identified in this proposed
of this AD: Measure the separation between 14 CFR Part 39 AD, contact Airbus Operations GMBH,
the electro-mechanical actuator wire Cabin Electronics, Lueneburger Schanze
W801182 of the left wing, spoiler 4, and the [Docket No. FAA–2015–3990; Directorate
Identifier 2014–NM–255–AD] 30, 21614 Buxtehude, Germany;
support bracket of the flap variable camber
telephone +49 40 7437 46 32; telefax
trim unit, and do all applicable related RIN 2120–AA64
investigative and corrective actions, in +49 40 7437 16 80; email
accordance with the Accomplishment ruediger.jansen@airbus.com.
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus You may view this referenced service
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
B787–81205–SB270024–00, Issue 001, dated
Airplanes information at the FAA, Transport
September 24, 2014. Do all applicable related AGENCY: Federal Aviation Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
investigative and corrective actions before Administration (FAA), DOT. SW., Renton, WA. For information on
further flight. the availability of this material at the
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(NPRM).
(AMOCs) Examining the AD Docket
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the airworthiness directive (AD) for certain You may examine the AD docket on
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if Airbus Model A320–214, –232, and the Internet at http://
requested using the procedures found in 14 www.regulations.gov by searching for
–233 airplanes; and Airbus Model
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
A321–211 and –231 airplanes. This
send your request to your principal inspector 3990; or in person at the Docket
or local Flight Standards District Office, as
proposed AD was prompted by reports
Management Facility between 9 a.m.
appropriate. If sending information directly of incorrect installation of jiffy joint
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the connectors on cables connected to
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
attention of the person identified in certain passenger service units (PSU),
contains this proposed AD, the
paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. Information may which could cause the passenger oxygen
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- regulatory evaluation, any comments
container to malfunction if the
Requests@faa.gov. received, and other information. The
connector becomes disengaged during
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, street address for the Docket Operations
flight due to vibration. This proposed
notify your appropriate principal inspector, office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in
AD would require identification of the
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager the ADDRESSES section. Comments will
of the local flight standards district office/ affected PSUs, and depending on
be available in the AD docket shortly
certificate holding district office. findings, doing applicable related
after receipt.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable investigative and corrective actions. We
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
level of safety may be used for any repair are proposing this AD to prevent failure
required by this AD if it is approved by the of the door of the passenger oxygen Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization container to open in the event of International Branch, ANM–116,
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has airplane decompression, resulting in Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
lack of oxygen supply and consequent 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1405;
method to be approved, the repair must meet injury to occupants.
fax 425–227–1149.
the certification basis of the airplane, and the DATES: We must receive comments on
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
approval must specifically refer to this AD. this proposed AD by December 3, 2015.
(i) Related Information ADDRESSES: You may send comments, Comments Invited
(1) For more information about this AD, using the procedures found in 14 CFR We invite you to send any written
contact Sean J. Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following relevant data, views, or arguments about
Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM–130S, methods: this proposed AD. Send your comments
FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to to an address listed under the
Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917– http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
6479; fax: 425–917–6590; email: instructions for submitting comments. FAA–2015–3990; Directorate Identifier
sean.schauer@faa.gov. • Fax: 202–493–2251. 2014–NM–255–AD’’ at the beginning of
(2) For service information identified in • Mail: U.S. Department of
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial your comments. We specifically invite
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– comments on the overall regulatory,
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room economic, environmental, and energy
Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206– W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., aspects of this proposed AD. We will
544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Washington, DC 20590. consider all comments received by the
Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of closing date and may amend this
may view this referenced service information Transportation, Docket Operations, M– proposed AD based on those comments.
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room We will post all comments we
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., receive, without change, to http://
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information on the availability of this
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 www.regulations.gov, including any
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
p.m., Monday through Friday, except personal information you provide. We
Issued in Renton, Washington, on October Federal holidays. will also post a report summarizing each
6, 2015. For Airbus service information substantive verbal contact we receive
Jeffrey E. Duven, identified in this proposed AD, contact about this proposed AD.
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Airbus, Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1
Aircraft Certification Service. Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Discussion
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 3, 2015. | |
| Contact | Sean J. Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; phone: 425-917-6479; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 63132 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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