81 FR 13764 - Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. Turboprop and Turboshaft Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 50 (March 15, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 50 (March 15, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-05704 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 50 (Tuesday, March 15, 2016)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 13764-13765] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-05704] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-4866; Directorate Identifier 2015-NE-33-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell International Inc. Turboprop and Turboshaft Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell) TPE331 model turboprop engines and TSE331-3U model turboshaft engines. This proposed AD was prompted by the discovery of cracks in a 2nd stage compressor impeller during a routine shop visit. This proposed AD would require removal of the 2nd stage compressor impeller. We are proposing this AD to prevent failure of the compressor impeller, uncontained part release, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by May 16, 2016. 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. 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- 4866; 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: Joseph Costa, Aerospace Engineer, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 3960 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562- 627-5246; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this NPRM. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2015-4866; Directorate Identifier 2015-NE-33-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM 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 NPRM. Discussion Several 2nd stage compressor impellers were found cracked in the aft curvic root radius when inspected during a routine shop visit. This condition, if not corrected, could result in failure of the compressor impeller, uncontained part release, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. FAA's Determination We are proposing this NPRM because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This NPRM would require accomplishing the actions specified in the service information described previously. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD would affect 4,000 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate that it would take 0 hours per engine to comply with this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $85 per hour. We also estimate that required parts would cost about $1,513.25 per engine. Based [[Page 13765]] on these figures, we estimate the total cost of this proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $6,053,000. 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 to the extent that it justifies making a regulatory distinction, 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): Honeywell International Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by AlliedSignal Inc., Garrett Engine Division; Garrett Turbine Engine Company; and AiResearch Manufacturing Company of Arizona): Docket No. FAA-2015-4866; Directorate Identifier 2015-NE-33-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by May 16, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Honeywell International Inc. (Honeywell) TPE331-3U, -3UW, -5, -5A, -5AB, -5B, -6, -6A, -8, -10, -10AV, -10GP, -10GT, -10N, -10P, -10R, -10T, -10U, -10UA, -10UF, -10UG, -10UGR, - 10UR, and -11U model turboprop engines, and TSE331-3U model turboshaft engines, with a 2nd stage compressor impeller, part number (P/N) 893482-1 through -5, inclusive, or P/N 3107056-1 or P/N 3107056-2, installed. (d) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by the discovery of cracks in a 2nd stage compressor impeller during a routine shop visit. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the compressor impeller, uncontained part release, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. (e) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (1) Remove from service the 2nd stage compressor impeller within 200 cycles-in-service after the effective date of the AD, or before exceeding 7,000 cycles since last overhaul, whichever occurs later. (f) Installation Prohibition After the effective date of this AD, do not install a 2nd stage compressor impeller, part number (P/N) 893482-1 through -5, inclusive, or P/N 3107056-1 or P/N 3107056-2 into any engine. (g) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make your request. (h) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Joseph Costa, Aerospace Engineer, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 3960 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5246; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on March 4, 2016. Colleen M. D'Alessandro, Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-05704 Filed 3-14-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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contains instructions on how to access DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
all documents in the docket, including available in the AD docket shortly after
public comments. Federal Aviation Administration receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 14 CFR Part 39 Joseph Costa, Aerospace Engineer, Los
Ms. Lucy deButts, U.S. Department of Angeles Aircraft Certification Office,
[Docket No. FAA–2015–4866; Directorate
Energy, Office of Energy Efficiency Identifier 2015–NE–33–AD] FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
and Renewable Energy, Building 3960 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA
Technologies, EE–5B, 1000 RIN 2120–AA64 90712–4137; phone: 562–627–5246; fax:
Independence Avenue SW., 562–627–5210; email:
Washington, DC 20585–0121. Airworthiness Directives; Honeywell
International Inc. Turboprop and joseph.costa@faa.gov.
Telephone: (202)-287–1604. Email: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
ceiling_fans@ee.doe.gov. Turboshaft Engines
In the Office of the General Counsel, AGENCY: Federal Aviation Comments Invited
contact Ms. Elizabeth Kohl, U.S. Administration (FAA), DOT. We invite you to send any written
Department of Energy, Office of the ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking relevant data, views, or arguments about
General Counsel, GC–33, 1000 (NPRM). this NPRM. Send your comments to an
Independence Avenue SW., address listed under the ADDRESSES
Washington, DC 20585–0121. SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
Telephone: (202) 586–7796. Email: airworthiness directive (AD) for certain 2015–4866; Directorate Identifier 2015–
Elizabeth.Kohl@hq.doe.gov. Honeywell International Inc. NE–33–AD’’ at the beginning of your
(Honeywell) TPE331 model turboprop comments. We specifically invite
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On engines and TSE331–3U model comments on the overall regulatory,
January 13, 2016, the U.S. Department turboshaft engines. This proposed AD economic, environmental, and energy
of Energy (DOE) published a notice of was prompted by the discovery of aspects of this NPRM. We will consider
proposed rulemaking (NOPR) for ceiling cracks in a 2nd stage compressor all comments received by the closing
fans energy conservation standards in impeller during a routine shop visit. date and may amend this NPRM
the Federal Register to make available This proposed AD would require because of those comments.
and invite comments on the analysis for removal of the 2nd stage compressor We will post all comments we
ceiling fans energy conservation impeller. We are proposing this AD to receive, without change, to http://
standards. 81 FR 1687. The notice prevent failure of the compressor www.regulations.gov, including any
provided for the written submission of impeller, uncontained part release, personal information you provide. We
comments by March 14, 2016, and oral damage to the engine, and damage to the will also post a report summarizing each
comments were also accepted at a airplane. substantive verbal contact we receive
public meeting held on February 3, DATES: We must receive comments on about this NPRM.
2016. At the public meeting, various this proposed AD by May 16, 2016. Discussion
stakeholders have requested an ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
extension of the comment period to Several 2nd stage compressor
using the procedures found in 14 CFR impellers were found cracked in the aft
consider the NOPR, technical support 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
documents and public meeting curvic root radius when inspected
methods: during a routine shop visit. This
presentation, and to prepare and submit • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
comments accordingly. On March 2, condition, if not corrected, could result
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
American Lighting Association sent a in failure of the compressor impeller,
instructions for submitting comments.
written request for 30-day comment uncontained part release, damage to the
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
period extension due additional testing engine, and damage to the airplane.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
manufacturers have to conduct to Transportation, Docket Operations, M– FAA’s Determination
review their existing products against 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room We are proposing this NPRM because
the ceiling fan test procedures SNOPR, W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., we evaluated all the relevant
published in the Federal Register on Washington, DC 20590. information and determined the unsafe
June 3, 2015, and the conservation • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail condition described previously is likely
standards NOPR. address above between 9 a.m. and 5 to exist or develop in other products of
DOE has determined that an extension p.m., Monday through Friday, except the same type design.
of the public comment period is Federal holidays.
appropriate based on the foregoing Proposed AD Requirements
Examining the AD Docket
reason. DOE will consider any This NPRM would require
comments received by midnight of April You may examine the AD docket on accomplishing the actions specified in
14, 2016, and deems any comments the Internet at http:// the service information described
received by that time to be timely www.regulations.gov by searching for previously.
submitted. and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
4866; or in person at the Docket Costs of Compliance
Issued in Washington, DC, on March 10,
Management Facility between 9 a.m. We estimate that this proposed AD
2016.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, would affect 4,000 engines installed on
Kathleen B. Hogan, except Federal holidays. The AD docket airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy contains this proposed AD, the that it would take 0 hours per engine to
Efficiency, Energy Efficiency and Renewable regulatory evaluation, any comments comply with this proposed AD. The
Energy. received, and other information. The average labor rate is $85 per hour. We
[FR Doc. 2016–05824 Filed 3–14–16; 8:45 am] street address for the Docket Office also estimate that required parts would
BILLING CODE 6450–01–P (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the cost about $1,513.25 per engine. Based
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on these figures, we estimate the total PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office,
cost of this proposed AD on U.S. DIRECTIVES FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 3960
operators to be $6,053,000. Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712–
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 4137; phone: 562–627–5246; fax: 562–627–
Authority for This Rulemaking continues to read as follows: 5210; email: joseph.costa@faa.gov.
Title 49 of the United States Code Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue March 4, 2016.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, § 39.13 [Amended]
Colleen M. D’Alessandro,
section 106, describes the authority of ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: the following new airworthiness Aircraft Certification Service.
Aviation Programs, describes in more directive (AD): [FR Doc. 2016–05704 Filed 3–14–16; 8:45 am]
detail the scope of the Agency’s Honeywell International Inc. (Type BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
authority. Certificate Previously Held by
We are issuing this rulemaking under AlliedSignal Inc., Garrett Engine
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Division; Garrett Turbine Engine
Company; and AiResearch DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
Manufacturing Company of Arizona):
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Office of the Secretary
Docket No. FAA–2015–4866; Directorate
section, Congress charges the FAA with Identifier 2015–NE–33–AD.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in 32 CFR Part 69
air commerce by prescribing regulations (a) Comments Due Date
for practices, methods, and procedures We must receive comments by May 16, [Docket ID: DOD–2014–OS–0006]
the Administrator finds necessary for 2016. RIN 0790–AJ18
safety in air commerce. This regulation (b) Affected ADs
is within the scope of that authority School Boards for DoD Domestic
None.
because it addresses an unsafe condition Dependent Elementary and Secondary
that is likely to exist or develop on (c) Applicability Schools (DDESS)
products identified in this rulemaking This AD applies to Honeywell
action. International Inc. (Honeywell) TPE331–3U, AGENCY: Under Secretary of Defense for
–3UW, –5, –5A, –5AB, –5B, –6, –6A, –8, –10, Personnel and Readiness, DoD.
Regulatory Findings –10AV, –10GP, –10GT, –10N, –10P, –10R, ACTION: Proposed rule.
We determined that this proposed AD –10T, –10U, –10UA, –10UF, –10UG,
–10UGR, –10UR, and –11U model turboprop SUMMARY: This proposed rule
would not have federalism implications engines, and TSE331–3U model turboshaft establishes policy, assigns
under Executive Order 13132. This engines, with a 2nd stage compressor responsibilities, and provides
proposed AD would not have a impeller, part number (P/N) 893482–1 procedures for the establishment and
substantial direct effect on the States, on through –5, inclusive, or P/N 3107056–1 or operation of elected school boards for
the relationship between the national P/N 3107056–2, installed.
elementary, middle and high schools
Government and the States, or on the (d) Unsafe Condition operated by the DoD Education Activity
distribution of power and
This AD was prompted by the discovery of in the Continental United States and the
responsibilities among the various
cracks in a 2nd stage compressor impeller Territories, Possessions and
levels of government. during a routine shop visit. We are issuing Commonwealths. Specific direction is
For the reasons discussed above, I this AD to prevent failure of the compressor given to facilitate compliance with 10
certify this proposed regulation: impeller, uncontained part release, damage to U.S.C. 2164(d), as implemented by DoD
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory the engine, and damage to the airplane. Instruction 1342.25, regarding the
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (e) Compliance election of board members,
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Comply with this AD within the composition, roles and responsibilities,
the DOT Regulatory Policies and compliance times specified, unless already operating procedures and resolution of
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, done. conflicts.
1979), (1) Remove from service the 2nd stage DATES: Comments must be received by
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation compressor impeller within 200 cycles-in- May 16, 2016.
service after the effective date of the AD, or
in Alaska to the extent that it justifies ADDRESSES: You may submit comments,
before exceeding 7,000 cycles since last
making a regulatory distinction, and overhaul, whichever occurs later. identified by docket number or
(4) Will not have a significant Regulatory Information Number (RIN)
economic impact, positive or negative, (f) Installation Prohibition
number and title, by any of the
on a substantial number of small entities After the effective date of this AD, do not following methods:
under the criteria of the Regulatory install a 2nd stage compressor impeller, part • Federal Rulemaking Portal: http://
Flexibility Act. number (P/N) 893482–1 through –5,
inclusive, or P/N 3107056–1 or P/N
www.regulations.gov. Follow the
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 3107056–2 into any engine. instructions for submitting comments.
• Mail: Department of Defense, Office
asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (g) Alternative Methods of Compliance of the Deputy Chief Management
safety, Incorporation by reference, (AMOCs) Officer, Directorate of Oversight and
Safety. The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Compliance, Regulatory and Audit
Certification Office, FAA, may approve Matters Office, 9010 Defense Pentagon,
The Proposed Amendment AMOCs for this AD. Use the procedures Washington, DC 20301–9010.
found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make your request.
Accordingly, under the authority Instructions: All submissions received
delegated to me by the Administrator, (h) Related Information must include the agency name and
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part (1) For more information about this AD, docket number or RIN for this Federal
39 as follows: contact Joseph Costa, Aerospace Engineer, Register document. The general policy
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| Section | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by May 16, 2016. | |
| Contact | Joseph Costa, Aerospace Engineer, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 3960 Paramount Blvd., Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562- 627-5246; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 13764 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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