80 FR 77279 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 80, Issue 239 (December 14, 2015)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 239 (Monday, December 14, 2015)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 77279-77283] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-31306] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-6550; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-162-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 90-11-05 for certain Airbus Model A300 series airplanes and Model A300 B4-600 series airplanes. AD 90-11-05 currently requires repetitive detailed inspections for cracking in the aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud box that is located in the outer wing box, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. Since we issued AD 90-11-05, we have determined that a change to certain compliance times is needed. This proposed AD would continue to require doing repetitive detailed inspections for cracking in the hinge brackets of the forward and aft outer shroud boxes that are located in the outer wing box, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary; and would add airplanes to the applicability. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud box; such cracking could affect the structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by January 28, 2016. ADDRESSES: You may send comments 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: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAW, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 [[Page 77280]] 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.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. 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- 6550; 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 Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-2125; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2015-6550; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-162-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 based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion On May 4, 1990, we issued AD 90-11-05, Amendment 39-6603 (55 FR 20129, May 15, 1990). AD 90-11-05 requires actions intended to address an unsafe condition on certain Airbus Model A300 series airplanes and Model A300 B4-600 series airplanes. Since we issued AD 90-11-05, Amendment 39-6603 (55 FR 20129, May 15, 1990), we have determined that a change to certain compliance times is needed. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0818R1, dated August 20, 2013 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Model A300 series airplanes and Model A300 B4-600 series airplanes. The MCAI states: In the past, aft hinge brackets of the outer wing box were found cracked. Fracture of a bracket would allow vertical movement of the inner shroud box structure, which could result in damage to the top skin of the inboard flap. In addition, the loads carried by the brackets will be transferred to the remaining supports, which may also crack and cause extensive structural damage. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could affect the structural integrity of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile] France issued AD 1998- 449-265(B) (later revised) to require repetitive inspections of the hinge bracket of the outer box and, depending on findings, corrective action(s). Since that [DGAC] AD was issued, a fleet survey and updated Fatigue and Damage Tolerance analysis were performed in order to substantiate the A300 Extended Service Goal (ESG) and A300-600 Extended Service Goal (ESG2) exercise. The results of these analyses led to a change in the inspection thresholds and intervals in Flight Cycles (FC) and the introduction of Flight Hours (FH) limits. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of DGAC France AD 1998-449-265(B)R1, which is superseded, but requires those actions within the new thresholds and intervals given by Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) A300-57-0142 Revision 04 or A300-57-6010 Revision 05, as applicable to aeroplane model. Revision 1 of this [EASA] AD is issued to add model A300B4-203 aeroplanes to the applicability and compliance time tables. This model is covered by Airbus SB A300-57-0142, but was mistakenly omitted from the original [EASA] AD issue. The corrective action for a hinge bracket that is cracked or fractured is replacing the damaged hinge bracket with a new bracket. For airplanes on which a crack is found in one half bracket or both half brackets, related investigative actions include a general visual inspection for secondary damage (e.g., cracks, wear damage, pitting, and gouging) in the following areas: The inner shroud-box forward attachments and the attachment brackets at the inboard end. The inner and outer shroud-box structure, adjacent to the fractured bracket. The top skin of the inboard flap. The corrective action for damage findings during the related investigative action is repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). The compliance time for related investigative actions and corrective actions is before further flight. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 6550. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following service information. Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0142, Revision 04, dated March 30, 2011, which describes procedures for doing an inspection of the forward and aft hinge brackets on the outer shroud box. Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 05, dated February 21, 2011, which describes procedures for doing an inspection of the forward and aft hinge brackets on the outer shroud box. Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6011, Revision 2, dated July 10, 1989, which describes procedures for replacing the aft aluminum alloy brackets on the outer shroud box with new steel brackets. 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 and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. [[Page 77281]] Differences Between This Proposed AD and the MCAI or Service Information Although the MCAI or service information allows further flight after cracks are found during compliance with the required action, paragraph (g) of this proposed AD would require replacement of any cracked hinge bracket of the outer shroud box before further flight. This replacement before further flight is due to the safety implications and consequences of such cracking. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 3 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection...................... 8 work-hours x $85 per $0 $680 per $2,040 per hour = $680 per inspection cycle. inspection cycle. inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 these replacements: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement.................................. 27 work-hours x $85 per hour = $2,295 $25,650 $27,945 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition related investigative and corrective actions specified in this proposed AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 90-11-05, Amendment 39-6603 (55 FR 20129, May 15, 1990), and adding the following new AD: Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2015-6550; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM- 162-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by January 28, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 90-11-05, Amendment 39-6603 (55 FR 20129, May 15, 1990). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4- 2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes; Model A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, and B4-622 airplanes; and Model A300 B4-605R airplanes; certificated in any category; except airplanes on which Airbus Modification Number 6661 has been embodied during production. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud box that is located in the outer wing box, which were found during routine maintenance checks, and our subsequent determination that a change in inspection compliance times is needed. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud box; such cracking could affect the structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections At the applicable compliance time specified in paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3) of this AD: Do a detailed inspection for cracks and fractures of the hinge brackets of the forward and aft outer shroud boxes, in [[Page 77282]] accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0142, Revision 04, dated March 30, 2011; or Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 05, dated February 21, 2011; as applicable. Repeat the inspection thereafter at the applicable interval specified in paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0142, Revision 04, dated March 30, 2011; or Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 05, dated February 21, 2011; as applicable. Doing the replacement specified in paragraph (j) of this AD terminates the repetitive inspections required by this paragraph. (1) For Model A300B4-601, B4-603, B4-605R, B4-620, B4-622, B4- 2C, and B4-203 airplanes: Do the inspection at the later of the times specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 1,000 flight cycles or 2,000 flight hours, whichever occurs first. (i) Before the accumulation of 5,000 flight cycles or 10,400 flight hours since first flight, whichever occurs first. (ii) Within 100 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD. (2) For Model A300B2-1C, B2-203, and B2K-3C airplanes: Do the inspection at the later of the times specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and (g)(2)(ii) of this AD. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 1,000 flight cycles or 1,000 flight hours, whichever occurs first. (i) Before the accumulation of 5,000 flight cycles or 5,400 flight hours since first flight, whichever occurs first. (ii) Within 100 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD. (3) For Model A300B4-103 airplanes: Do the inspection the later of the times specified in paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of this AD. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 1,000 flight cycles or 1,300 flight hours, whichever occurs first. (i) Before the accumulation of 5,000 flight cycles or 6,600 flight hours since first flight, whichever occurs first. (ii) Within 100 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD. (h) Corrective Action If any crack or fracture is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD: Before further flight, replace the damaged hinge bracket with a new bracket, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-143, Revision 2, dated July 10, 1989 (for Model A300 series airplanes); or A300-57-6011, Revision 2, dated July 10, 1989 (for Model A300 B4- 600 series airplanes); as applicable. (i) Related Investigative and Corrective Actions If any crack or fracture is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD: Before further flight, do a general visual inspection for secondary damage (e.g., cracks, wear damage, pitting, and gouging) in the areas specified in paragraphs (i)(1), (i)(2), and (i)(3) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0142, Revision 04, dated March 30, 2011; or Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 05, dated February 21, 2011; as applicable. If any damage is found, before further flight, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). (1) The inner shroud-box forward attachments and the attachment brackets at the inboard end. (2) The inner and outer shroud-box structure, adjacent to the fractured bracket. (3) The top skin of the inboard flap. (j) Optional Terminating Action for Inspection Requirements of Paragraph (g) of this AD (1) Replacement of the hinge bracket, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-143, Revision 2, dated July 10, 1989 (for Model A300 series airplanes); or A300-57-6011, Revision 2, dated July 10, 1989 (for Model A300 B4- 600 series airplanes); as applicable, terminates the inspection requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (2) Replacement of a hinge bracket before the effective date of this AD, as described in the applicable service information listed in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(iv) of this AD, terminates the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD, provided that after the hinge bracket replacement, but before further flight after the effective date of this AD, a one-time detailed inspection of the forward and aft outer shroud box has been done with no cracking found, in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD. The following service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-143, dated December 17, 1986. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-143, Revision 1, dated March 19, 1987. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6011, dated December 17, 1986. (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6011, Revision 1, dated March 19, 1987. (k) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using any of the applicable service information listed in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(viii) of this AD, which are not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-142, dated December 17, 1986. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-142, Revision 1, dated April 9, 1990. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-142, Revision 2, dated January 16, 1991. (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0142, Revision 03, dated February 22, 1999. (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 1, dated December 14, 1990. (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 02, dated March 30, 1998. (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 03, dated September 16, 1998. (viii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6010, Revision 04, dated February 22, 1999. (2) This paragraph provides credit for replacement of the hinge bracket as specified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD, if the replacement was performed before the effective date of this AD, using any of the applicable service information listed in paragraphs (k)(2)(i) through (k)(2)(iv) of this AD, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-143, dated December 17, 1986. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-143, Revision 1, dated March 19, 1987. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6011, dated December 17, 1986. (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6011, Revision 1, dated March 19, 1987. (l) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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 International Branch, send it to ATTN: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; telephone 425-227-2125; fax 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. 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. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of this AD, for any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0181R1, dated August 20, 2013, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-6550. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAW, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane [[Page 77283]] 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 December 4, 2015. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2015-31306 Filed 12-11-15; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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insufficient revenue to meet its access to Government information and DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
expenses. services, and for other purposes.
According to data from the National USDA has not identified any relevant Federal Aviation Administration
Agricultural Statistics Service, the
Federal rules that duplicate, overlap, or
season average producer price was $3.48 14 CFR Part 39
conflict with this action.
per pound of assessed weight pistachios
A small business guide on complying [Docket No. FAA–2015–6550; Directorate
in 2013 and $3.10 per pound in 2014. Identifier 2013–NM–162–AD]
A review of historical information and with fruit, vegetable, and specialty crop
preliminary information pertaining to marketing agreements and orders may RIN 2120–AA64
the upcoming production year indicates be viewed at: http://www.ams.usda.gov/
that the producer price for the 2015–16 rules-regulations/moa/small-businesses. Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
production year could range between Any questions about the compliance Airplanes
$3.48 and $3.10 per pound of assessed guide should be sent to Jeffrey Smutny AGENCY: Federal Aviation
weight pistachios. Therefore, the at the previously mentioned address in Administration (FAA), DOT.
estimated assessment revenue for the the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
2015–16 production year as a section. (NPRM).
percentage of total producer revenue
could range between 0.10 and 0.11 A 15-day comment period is provided
to allow interested persons to respond SUMMARY: We propose to supersede
percent. Airworthiness Directive (AD) 90–11–05
This action would increase the to this proposed rule. Fifteen days is
deemed appropriate because: (1) The for certain Airbus Model A300 series
assessment obligation imposed on airplanes and Model A300 B4–600
handlers. While assessments impose 2015–16 production year began on
series airplanes. AD 90–11–05 currently
some additional costs on handlers, the September 1, 2015, and the marketing
requires repetitive detailed inspections
costs are minimal and uniform on all order requires that the rate of
for cracking in the aft hinge brackets of
handlers. These costs would be offset by assessment for each production year
the outer shroud box that is located in
the benefits derived from the operation apply to all assessable pistachios
the outer wing box, and related
of the marketing order. In addition, the handled during such production year; investigative and corrective actions if
Committee’s meeting was widely (2) the Committee needs to have necessary. Since we issued AD 90–11–
publicized throughout the California, sufficient funds to pay its expenses, 05, we have determined that a change to
Arizona, and New Mexico pistachio which are incurred on a continuous certain compliance times is needed.
industry, and all interested persons basis; and (3) handlers are aware of this This proposed AD would continue to
were invited to attend and participate in action, which was unanimously require doing repetitive detailed
Committee deliberations on all issues. recommended by the Committee at a inspections for cracking in the hinge
Like all Committee meetings, the July 9, public meeting. brackets of the forward and aft outer
2015, and October 20, 2015, meetings shroud boxes that are located in the
were public and all entities, both large List of Subjects in 7 CFR Part 983
outer wing box, and related
and small, were able to express views Marketing agreements, Pistachios, investigative and corrective actions if
on this issue. Finally, interested persons necessary; and would add airplanes to
Reporting and recordkeeping
are invited to submit comments on this
requirements. the applicability. We are proposing this
proposed rule, including the regulatory
AD to detect and correct cracking of the
and informational impacts of this action For the reasons set forth in the aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud
on small businesses. preamble, 7 CFR part 983 is proposed to
In accordance with the Paperwork box; such cracking could affect the
be amended as follows: structural integrity of the airplane.
Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C.
Chapter 35), the order’s information PART 983—PISTACHIOS GROWN IN DATES: We must receive comments on
collection requirements have been CALIFORNIA, ARIZONA, AND NEW this proposed AD by January 28, 2016.
previously approved by the Office of MEXICO ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
Management and Budget (OMB) and any of the following methods:
assigned OMB No. 0581–0215. No ■ 1. The authority citation for 7 CFR • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
changes in those requirements are part 983 continues to read as follows: http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
necessary as a result of this action. instructions for submitting comments.
Should any changes become necessary, Authority: 7 U.S.C. 601–674. • Fax: 202–493–2251.
they would be submitted to OMB for • Mail: U.S. Department of
■ 2. Revise § 983.253(a) to read as
approval. Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
follows:
This proposed rule would impose no 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
additional reporting or recordkeeping § 983.253 Assessment rate. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
requirements on either small or large Washington, DC 20590.
California, Arizona, and New Mexico (a) On and after September 1, 2015, an • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
pistachio handlers. As with all Federal assessment rate of $0.0035 per pound is Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
marketing order programs, reports and established for California, Arizona, and 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
forms are periodically reviewed to New Mexico pistachios. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Lhorne on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
reduce information requirements and * * * * * Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
duplication by industry and public Dated: December 8, 2015.
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
sector agencies. Federal holidays.
AMS is committed to complying with Rex A. Barnes, For service information identified in
the E-Government Act, to promote the Associate Administrator, Agricultural this proposed AD, contact Airbus SAS,
use of the Internet and other Marketing Service. Airworthiness Office—EAW, 1 Rond
information technologies to provide [FR Doc. 2015–31371 Filed 12–11–15; 8:45 am] Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac
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96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email May 15, 1990), we have determined that • The inner and outer shroud-box
account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; a change to certain compliance times is structure, adjacent to the fractured
Internet http://www.airbus.com. You needed. bracket.
may view this referenced service The European Aviation Safety Agency • The top skin of the inboard flap.
information at the FAA, Transport (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European The corrective action for damage
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness findings during the related investigative
SW., Renton, WA. For information on
Directive 2013–0818R1, dated August action is repair using a method
the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 425–227–1221. 20, 2013 (referred to after this as the approved by the Manager, International
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
Examining the AD Docket Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus’s
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
You may examine the AD docket on an unsafe condition for certain Model EASA Design Organization Approval
the Internet at http:// A300 series airplanes and Model A300 (DOA).
www.regulations.gov by searching for B4–600 series airplanes. The MCAI The compliance time for related
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– states: investigative actions and corrective
6550; or in person at the Docket actions is before further flight.
In the past, aft hinge brackets of the outer
Management Facility between 9 a.m. You may examine the MCAI in the
wing box were found cracked. Fracture of a
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, bracket would allow vertical movement of AD docket on the Internet at http://
except Federal holidays. The AD docket the inner shroud box structure, which could www.regulations.gov by searching for
contains this proposed AD, the result in damage to the top skin of the and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
regulatory evaluation, any comments inboard flap. In addition, the loads carried by 6550.
received, and other information. The the brackets will be transferred to the
street address for the Docket Operations remaining supports, which may also crack Related Service Information Under 1
office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in and cause extensive structural damage. CFR Part 51
the ADDRESSES section. Comments will This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could affect the structural integrity We reviewed the following service
be available in the AD docket shortly
of the aeroplane. information.
after receipt. To address this potential unsafe condition,
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
DGAC [Direction Générale de l’Aviation
Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, 0142, Revision 04, dated March 30,
Civile] France issued AD 1998–449–265(B)
International Branch, ANM–116, (later revised) to require repetitive 2011, which describes procedures for
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, inspections of the hinge bracket of the outer doing an inspection of the forward and
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA box and, depending on findings, corrective aft hinge brackets on the outer shroud
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–2125; action(s). box.
fax 425–227–1149. Since that [DGAC] AD was issued, a fleet • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
survey and updated Fatigue and Damage 6010, Revision 05, dated February 21,
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Tolerance analysis were performed in order
to substantiate the A300 Extended Service
2011, which describes procedures for
Comments Invited doing an inspection of the forward and
Goal (ESG) and A300–600 Extended Service
We invite you to send any written Goal (ESG2) exercise. aft hinge brackets on the outer shroud
relevant data, views, or arguments about The results of these analyses led to a box.
this proposed AD. Send your comments change in the inspection thresholds and • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
to an address listed under the intervals in Flight Cycles (FC) and the 6011, Revision 2, dated July 10, 1989,
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. introduction of Flight Hours (FH) limits. which describes procedures for
FAA–2015–6550; Directorate Identifier For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD retains the requirements of DGAC
replacing the aft aluminum alloy
2013–NM–162–AD’’ at the beginning of brackets on the outer shroud box with
France AD 1998–449–265(B)R1, which is
your comments. We specifically invite new steel brackets.
superseded, but requires those actions within
comments on the overall regulatory, the new thresholds and intervals given by This service information is reasonably
economic, environmental, and energy Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) A300–57–0142 available because the interested parties
aspects of this proposed AD. We will Revision 04 or A300–57–6010 Revision 05, as have access to it through their normal
consider all comments received by the applicable to aeroplane model.
course of business or by the means
closing date and may amend this Revision 1 of this [EASA] AD is issued to
add model A300B4–203 aeroplanes to the identified in the ADDRESSES section of
proposed AD based on those comments.
We will post all comments we applicability and compliance time tables. this NPRM.
receive, without change, to http:// This model is covered by Airbus SB A300– FAA’s Determination and Requirements
www.regulations.gov, including any 57–0142, but was mistakenly omitted from
of This Proposed AD
the original [EASA] AD issue.
personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each The corrective action for a hinge This product has been approved by
substantive verbal contact we receive bracket that is cracked or fractured is the aviation authority of another
about this proposed AD. replacing the damaged hinge bracket country, and is approved for operation
with a new bracket. in the United States. Pursuant to our
Discussion For airplanes on which a crack is bilateral agreement with the State of
On May 4, 1990, we issued AD 90– found in one half bracket or both half Design Authority, we have been notified
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11–05, Amendment 39–6603 (55 FR brackets, related investigative actions of the unsafe condition described in the
20129, May 15, 1990). AD 90–11–05 include a general visual inspection for MCAI and service information
requires actions intended to address an secondary damage (e.g., cracks, wear referenced above. We are proposing this
unsafe condition on certain Airbus damage, pitting, and gouging) in the AD because we evaluated all pertinent
Model A300 series airplanes and Model following areas: information and determined an unsafe
A300 B4–600 series airplanes. • The inner shroud-box forward condition exists and is likely to exist or
Since we issued AD 90–11–05, attachments and the attachment develop on other products of the same
Amendment 39–6603 (55 FR 20129, brackets at the inboard end. type design.
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Differences Between This Proposed AD of this proposed AD would require Costs of Compliance
and the MCAI or Service Information replacement of any cracked hinge
bracket of the outer shroud box before We estimate that this proposed AD
Although the MCAI or service further flight. This replacement before affects 3 airplanes of U.S. registry.
information allows further flight after further flight is due to the safety We estimate the following costs to
cracks are found during compliance implications and consequences of such comply with this proposed AD:
with the required action, paragraph (g) cracking.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspection ...................... 8 work-hours × $85 per hour = $680 per inspec- $0 $680 per inspection $2,040 per inspection
tion cycle. cycle. cycle.
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 these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Replacement ...................................... 27 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,295 ........................................................ $25,650 $27,945
We have received no definitive data For the reasons discussed above, I (a) Comments Due Date
that would enable us to provide cost certify this proposed regulation: We must receive comments by January 28,
estimates for the on-condition related 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory 2016.
investigative and corrective actions action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (b) Affected ADs
specified in this proposed AD. 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the This AD replaces AD 90–11–05,
Authority for This Rulemaking DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Amendment 39–6603 (55 FR 20129, May 15,
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 1990).
Title 49 of the United States Code
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (c) Applicability
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
Alaska; and
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, This AD applies to Airbus Model A300 B2–
section 106, describes the authority of 4. Will not have a significant 1C, B2K–3C, B2–203, B4–2C, B4–103, and
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: economic impact, positive or negative, B4–203 airplanes; Model A300 B4–601, B4–
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more on a substantial number of small entities 603, B4–620, and B4–622 airplanes; and
detail the scope of the Agency’s under the criteria of the Regulatory Model A300 B4–605R airplanes; certificated
Flexibility Act. in any category; except airplanes on which
authority.
Airbus Modification Number 6661 has been
We are issuing this rulemaking under List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 embodied during production.
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (d) Subject
General requirements.’’ Under that safety, Incorporation by reference, Air Transport Association (ATA) of
section, Congress charges the FAA with Safety. America Code 57, Wings.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in The Proposed Amendment (e) Reason
air commerce by prescribing regulations This AD was prompted by reports of cracks
for practices, methods, and procedures Accordingly, under the authority
in the aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud
the Administrator finds necessary for delegated to me by the Administrator, box that is located in the outer wing box,
safety in air commerce. This regulation the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part which were found during routine
is within the scope of that authority 39 as follows: maintenance checks, and our subsequent
because it addresses an unsafe condition determination that a change in inspection
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS compliance times is needed. We are issuing
that is likely to exist or develop on
DIRECTIVES this AD to detect and correct cracking of the
products identified in this rulemaking
aft hinge brackets of the outer shroud box;
action.
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 such cracking could affect the structural
Regulatory Findings continues to read as follows: integrity of the airplane.
We determined that this proposed AD Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (f) Compliance
would not have federalism implications § 39.13 [Amended]
Comply with this AD within the
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under Executive Order 13132. This compliance times specified, unless already
proposed AD would not have a ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by done.
substantial direct effect on the States, on removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) (g) Repetitive Inspections
the relationship between the national 90–11–05, Amendment 39–6603 (55 FR
At the applicable compliance time
Government and the States, or on the 20129, May 15, 1990), and adding the
specified in paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3)
distribution of power and following new AD: of this AD: Do a detailed inspection for
responsibilities among the various Airbus: Docket No. FAA–2015–6550; cracks and fractures of the hinge brackets of
levels of government. Directorate Identifier 2013–NM–162–AD. the forward and aft outer shroud boxes, in
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Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, ATC Regulations Group, Federal statement is made: ‘‘Comments to
WA. For information on the availability of Aviation Administration, 800 Docket No. FAA–2015–3773; Airspace
this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Independence Avenue SW., Docket No. 15–ANM–22.’’ The postcard
Issued in Renton, Washington, on Washington, DC, 29591; telephone: 202– will be date/time stamped and returned
December 4, 2015. 267–8783. The Order is also available to the commenter.
Michael Kaszycki, for inspection at the National Archives Availability of NPRMs
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane and Records Administration (NARA).
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. For information on the availability of An electronic copy of this document
[FR Doc. 2015–31306 Filed 12–11–15; 8:45 am] FAA Order 7400.9Z at NARA, call 202– may be downloaded through the
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 741–6030, or go to http:// Internet at http://www.regulations.gov.
www.archives.gov/federal_register/ Recently published rulemaking
code_of_federal-regulations/ documents can also be accessed through
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ibr_locations.html. the FAA’s Web page at http://
FAA Order 7400.9, Airspace www.faa.gov/airports_airtraffic/
Federal Aviation Administration Designations and Reporting Points, is air_traffic/publications/
published yearly and effective on airspace_amendments/.
14 CFR Part 71 September 15. You may review the public docket
containing the proposal, any comments
[Docket No. FAA–2015–3773; Airspace FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
received, and any final disposition in
Docket No. 15–ANM–22] Steve Haga, Federal Aviation
person in the Dockets Office (see the
Administration, Operations Support
ADDRESSES section for the address and
Proposed Amendment of Class E Group, Western Service Center, 1601
Airspace; Deer Lodge, MT phone number) between 9:00 a.m. and
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057;
5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday,
telephone (425) 203–4563.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation except federal holidays. An informal
Administration (FAA), DOT. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: docket may also be examined during
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking Authority for This Rulemaking normal business hours at the Northwest
(NPRM). Mountain Regional Office of the Federal
The FAA’s authority to issue rules Aviation Administration, Air Traffic
SUMMARY: This action proposes to regarding aviation safety is found in Organization, Western Service Center,
modify Class E airspace extending Title 49 of the United States Code. Operations Support Group, 1601 Lind
upward from 700 feet above the surface Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057.
at Deer Lodge-City-County Airport, Deer authority of the FAA Administrator. Persons interested in being placed on
Lodge, MT. After a review, the FAA Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, a mailing list for future NPRMs should
found it necessary to amend the describes in more detail the scope of the contact the FAA’s Office of Rulemaking,
airspace area for the safety and agency’s authority. This rulemaking is (202) 267–9677, for a copy of Advisory
management of standard instrument promulgated under the authority Circular No. 11–2A, Notice of Proposed
approach procedures for Instrument described in Subtitle VII, Part, A, Rulemaking Distribution System, which
Flight Rules (IFR) operations at the Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that describes the application procedure.
airport. section, the FAA is charged with
prescribing regulations to assign the use Availability and Summary of
DATES: Comments must be received on of airspace necessary to ensure the Documents Proposed for Incorporation
or before January 28, 2016. safety of aircraft and the efficient use of by Reference
ADDRESSES: Send comments on this airspace. This regulation is within the This document would amend FAA
proposal to the U.S. Department of scope of that authority as it would Order 7400.9Z, Airspace Designations
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– amend Class E airspace at Deer Lodge- and Reporting Points, dated August 6,
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room City-County Airport, Deer Lodge, MT. 2015, and effective September 15, 2015.
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., FAA Order 7400.9Z is publicly available
Washington, DC 20590; telephone (202) Comments Invited
as listed in the ADDRESSES section of this
366–9826. You must identify FAA Interested parties are invited to document. FAA Order 7400.9Z lists
Docket No. FAA–2015–3773; Airspace participate in this proposed rulemaking Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
Docket No. 15–ANM–22, at the by submitting such written data, views, air traffic service routes, and reporting
beginning of your comments. You may or arguments, as they may desire. points.
also submit comments through the Comments that provide the factual basis
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov. supporting the views and suggestions The Proposal
You may review the public docket presented are particularly helpful in The FAA is proposing an amendment
containing the proposal, any comments developing reasoned regulatory to Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations
received, and any final disposition in decisions on the proposal. Comments (14 CFR) Part 71 by modifying Class E
person in the Dockets Office between are specifically invited on the overall airspace extending upward from 700
9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday regulatory, aeronautical, economic, feet above the surface at Deer Lodge-
through Friday, except Federal holidays. environmental, and energy-related City-County Airport, Deer Lodge, MT.
The Docket Office (telephone 1–800– aspects of the proposal. After a review of the airspace, the FAA
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647–5527), is on the ground floor of the Communications should identify both found modification necessary for the
building at the above address. docket numbers and be submitted in safety and management of standard
FAA Order 7400.9Z, Airspace triplicate to the address listed above. instrument approach procedures for IFR
Designations and Reporting Points, and Commenters wishing the FAA to operations at the airport. Class E
subsequent amendments can be viewed acknowledge receipt of their comments airspace extending upward from 700
online at http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/ on this notice must submit with those feet above the surface would be
publications/. For further information, comments a self-addressed, stamped decreased to within a 6-mile radius of
you can contact the Airspace Policy and postcard on which the following Deer Lodge-City-County Airport.
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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 January 28, 2016. | |
| Contact | Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-2125; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 80 FR 77279 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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