81 FR 1570 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 8 (January 13, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 8 (January 13, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2015-33173 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 13, 2016)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 1570-1573] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2015-33173] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-8428; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-032-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) 2011-17- 09 for all Airbus Model A330-200 series airplanes, -200 Freighter series airplanes, and -300 series airplanes, and AD 2012-25-12, for all Airbus Model A330-200 series airplanes and -300 series airplanes. AD 2011-17-09 currently requires revisions to certain operator maintenance documents to include new inspections. AD 2012-25-12 currently requires replacing certain main landing gear (MLG) bogie beams before reaching new reduced life limits. Since we issued AD 2011-17-09 and AD 2012-25- 12, we have determined that more restrictive instructions and/or airworthiness limitations should be incorporated into the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable. This proposed AD would require revising the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or revised airworthiness limitation requirements. This AD results from revisions to the Airworthiness Limitations section (ALS) of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) to include new or more restrictive life limits and/or replacements. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking, accidental damage, or corrosion in principal structural elements, and possible failure of certain life limited parts, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 29, 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--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; 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- 8428; 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; 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-2015-8428; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-032-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy [[Page 1571]] 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 August 2, 2011, we issued AD 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011). AD 2011-17-09 requires actions intended to address an unsafe condition on all Airbus Model A330-200 series airplanes, -200 Freighter series airplanes, and -300 series airplanes. On December 5, 2012, we issued AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012). AD 2012-25-12 requires actions intended to address an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A330-200 series airplanes and -300 series airplanes. Since we issued AD 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011), and AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012), we have determined that more restrictive instructions and/or airworthiness limitations should be incorporated into the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive, 2014-0009, dated January 8, 2014 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A330-200 series airplanes, -200 Freighter series airplanes, and -300 series airplanes. The MCAI states: The airworthiness limitations for Airbus aeroplanes are currently published in Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) documents. The instructions and airworthiness limitations applicable to the Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items (SL ALI) are given in Airbus A330 ALS Part 1 and A340 ALS Part 1, which are approved by EASA. The revision 07 of Airbus A330 and A340 ALS Part 1 [dated September 23, 2013] introduces more restrictive instructions and/or airworthiness limitations. Failure to comply with this revision could result in an unsafe condition. For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2012-0179 [http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2012_0179_superseded.pdf/AD_2012-0179_1], which is superseded, and requires accomplishment of the actions specified in Airbus A330 or A340 ALS Part 1 revision 07 [dated September 23, 2013]. In addition, this [EASA] AD also supersedes EASA AD 2011-0122-E [http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2011_0122_E_superseded.pdf/EAD_2011-0122-E_1] and EASA AD 2011-0212 [http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2011_0212_superseded.pdf/AD_2011-0212_1], whose requirements have been transferred into Airbus A330 and A340 ALS Part 1 revision 07 [dated September 23, 2013]. The unsafe condition is fatigue cracking, damage, and corrosion in certain principal structural elements, and possible failure of certain life limited parts, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. This proposed AD would require revising the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or revised structural inspection requirements. 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-2015-8428. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus has issued Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ''Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 07, dated September 23, 2013. The service information describes Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items (SL ALI) for the landing gear. Airbus has also issued the following variations, which describe SL ALIs. Airbus A330 Variation to Revision 07 of ALS Part 1, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' dated September 24, 2013 (variations reference 0GVLG130005C0S, dated October 29, 2013). Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.6, dated February 24, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.10, dated April 1, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.19, dated June 8, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.20, dated August 28, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.21, dated September 14, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.22, dated June 8, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.23, dated August 31, 2015. Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.24, dated September 21, 2015. 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. This proposed AD would require revisions to certain operator maintenance documents to include new actions (e.g., inspections). Compliance with these actions is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the areas addressed by this proposed AD, the operator may not be able to accomplish the actions described in the revisions. In this situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance according to paragraph (m) of this proposed AD. The request should include a description of changes to the required actions that will ensure the continued damage tolerance of the affected structure. Differences Between This Proposed AD and the MCAI or Service Information Although the applicability in the MCAI also identifies Airbus Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes, this AD applies only to Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter series airplanes, and -300 series airplanes. However, we might consider future separate rulemaking to require incorporating Airbus A340 ALS Part 1, ''Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 07, dated September 23, 2013, into the maintenance program or inspection program, as applicable. There are currently no Airbus Model [[Page 1572]] A340 series airplanes on the U.S. Registry. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 82 airplanes of U.S. registry. The actions that are required by AD 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011), and retained in this proposed AD take about 1 work-hour per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that were required by AD 2011-17-09 is $85 per product. The actions that are required by AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012), and retained in this proposed AD take about 16 work-hours per product (2 MLG bogie beams per airplane), at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Required parts cost about $255,000 per MLG bogie beam. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that were required by AD 2012-25-12 is up to $256,360 per MLG bogie beam. We also estimate that it would take about 1 work-hour per product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $6,970, or $85 per product. 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) 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011); and AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012); and adding the following new AD: Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2015-8428; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM- 032-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by February 29, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011); and AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012). (c) Applicability This AD applies to all the Airbus airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes, (3) Airbus Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, - 342, and -343 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 05, Periodic inspections. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a revision of certain airworthiness limitations items (ALI) documents, which specify more restrictive instructions and/or airworthiness limitations. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking, accidental damage, or corrosion in principal structural elements, and possible failure of certain life limited parts, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Maintenance Program Revision, With New Terminating Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011), with new terminating action. Within 3 months after September 30, 2011 (the effective date of AD 2011-17-09): Revise the maintenance program by incorporating Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ''Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 05, dated July 29, 2010. Comply with all Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ''Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 05, dated July 29, 2010, at the times specified therein. Accomplishing the actions specified in paragraph (k) of this AD terminates the requirements of this paragraph. (h) Retained Alternative Intervals or Limits, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD 2011-17-09, Amendment 39-16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011), with no changes. Except as provided by paragraph (m) of this AD, after accomplishment of the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternatives to the maintenance tasks, intervals, or limitations specified in paragraph (g) of this AD may be used. (i) Retained Bogie Beam Replacement, With Specific Delegation Approval Language and New Terminating Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012), with specific delegation approval language and terminating action. For airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(3) of this AD, at the later of the times specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD: Replace all main landing gear (MLG) bogie beams having part number (P/N) 201485300, 201485301, 201272302, 201272304, 201272306, or 201272307, except those that have serial number (S/N) S2A, S2B, or S2C, as identified in Messier-Dowty Service Letter A33- 34 A20, Revision 5, including Appendices A through F, dated July 31, 2009, with a new or serviceable part, using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, or the European [[Page 1573]] Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). After the effective date of this AD, replace all the applicable MLG bogie beams with a new or serviceable part using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. Accomplishing the actions specified in paragraph (k) of this AD terminates the requirements of this paragraph. (1) At the applicable time specified in paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), and (i)(1)(iii) of this AD. (i) For Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243 series airplanes, weight variant (WV)02x, WV05x (except WV058), and WV06x series: Before the accumulation of a life limit of 50,000 landings or 72,300 total flight hours, whichever occurs first from the first installation of a MLG bogie beam on the airplane. (ii) For Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243 WV058 series airplanes: Before the accumulation of a life limit of 50,000 landings or 57,900 total flight hours, whichever occurs first from the first installation of a MLG bogie beam on the airplane. (iii) For Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, - 342, -343 series airplanes, WV00x, WV01x, WV02x, and WV05x series: Before the accumulation of a life limit of 46,000 landings or 75,000 total flight hours, whichever occurs first from the first installation of a MLG bogie beam on the airplane. (2) Within 6 months after January 30, 2013 (the effective date of AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012). (j) Retained Parts Installation Limitation, With New Terminating Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2012-25-12, Amendment 39-17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012), with new terminating action. For airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(3) of this AD, As of January 30, 2013 (the effective date of AD 2012-25-12), a MLG bogie beam having any part number identified in paragraph (i) of this AD, may be installed on an airplane, provided its life has not exceeded the life limit specified in paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), and (i)(1)(iii) of this AD, and is replaced with a new or serviceable part before reaching the life limit specified in paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), and (i)(1)(iii) of this AD. Accomplishing the actions specified in paragraph (k) of this AD terminates the requirements of this paragraph. (k) New Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision (1) Within 3 months after the effective date of this AD: Revise the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, by incorporating the information in Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ``'Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 07, dated September 23, 2013; and variations to it listed in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(x), as applicable. (i) Airbus A330 Variation to Revision 07 of ALS Part 1, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' dated September 24, 2013 (variations reference 0GVLG130005C0S, dated October 29, 2013). (ii) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.6, dated February 24, 2015. (iii) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.10, dated April 1, 2015. (iv) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.18, dated April 1, 2015. (v) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.19, dated June 8, 2015. (vi) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.20, dated August 28, 2015. (vii) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.21, dated September 14, 2015. (viii) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.22, dated June 8, 2015. (ix) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.23, dated August 31, 2015. (x) Airbus A330, ``Safe Life Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),'' Variation 7.24, dated September 21, 2015. (2) The initial compliance times for the actions specified Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ''Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 07, dated September 23, 2013; and A330 Airbus Variations listed in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(x) as applicable, are at the times specified in Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ''Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,'' Revision 07, dated September 23, 2013; and Airbus A330 Variations listed in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(x) as applicable, or within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. Accomplishing the actions specified in this paragraph terminates the requirements specified in paragraphs (g) through (j) of this AD. (l) New No Alternative Actions or Intervals After the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, has been revised, as required by paragraph (k) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may be used unless the actions or intervals are approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. (m) 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; 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. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0009, dated January 8, 2014, 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-2015-8428. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS--Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may view this 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 December 23, 2015. John P. Piccola, Jr., Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 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inspector or local Flight Standards District Administration (FAA), DOT. Internet http://www.airbus.com. You
Office, as appropriate. If sending information ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking may view this referenced service
directly to the ACO, send it to ATTN: (NPRM). information at the FAA, Transport
Program Manager, Continuing Operational Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart SUMMARY: We propose to supersede SW., Renton, WA. For information on
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011–17– the availability of this material at the
telephone 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. 09 for all Airbus Model A330–200 series FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Before using any approved AMOC, notify airplanes, –200 Freighter series
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lacking a principal inspector, the manager of AD 2012–25–12, for all Airbus Model You may examine the AD docket on
the local flight standards district office/ A330–200 series airplanes and –300 the Internet at http://
certificate holding district office. The AMOC series airplanes. AD 2011–17–09 www.regulations.gov by searching for
approval letter must specifically reference currently requires revisions to certain and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
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(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any include new inspections. AD 2012–25– Management Facility between 9 a.m.
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 12 currently requires replacing certain and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
actions from a manufacturer, the action must main landing gear (MLG) bogie beams except Federal holidays. The AD docket
be accomplished using a method approved before reaching new reduced life limits. contains this proposed AD, the
by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170, Since we issued AD 2011–17–09 and regulatory evaluation, any comments
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation AD 2012–25–12, we have determined received, and other information. The
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design that more restrictive instructions and/or street address for the Docket Operations
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by airworthiness limitations should be office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in
the DAO, the approval must include the incorporated into the maintenance or the ADDRESSES section. Comments will
DAO-authorized signature. inspection program, as applicable. This be available in the AD docket shortly
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July 20, 2015, for related information. This Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
revisions to the Airworthiness 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Limitations section (ALS) of the
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1138;
Instructions for Continued fax (425) 227–1149.
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Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada;
principal structural elements, and this proposed AD. Send your comments
telephone 416–375–4000; fax 416–375–4539;
possible failure of certain life limited to an address listed under the
email thd.qseries@aero.bombardier.com;
parts, which could result in reduced ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
Internet http://www.bombardier.com. You
may view this service information at the
structural integrity of the airplane. FAA–2015–8428; Directorate Identifier
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 DATES: We must receive comments on 2014–NM–032–AD’’ at the beginning of
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For this proposed AD by February 29, 2016. your comments. We specifically invite
information on the availability of this ADDRESSES: You may send comments by comments on the overall regulatory,
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. any of the following methods: economic, environmental, and energy
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aspects of this proposed AD. We will requires accomplishment of the actions ALI),’’ Variation 7.22, dated June 8,
consider all comments received by the specified in Airbus A330 or A340 ALS Part 2015.
closing date and may amend this 1 revision 07 [dated September 23, 2013]. • Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life
proposed AD based on those comments. In addition, this [EASA] AD also Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL
supersedes EASA AD 2011–0122–E [http:// ALI),’’ Variation 7.23, dated August 31,
We will post all comments we ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2011_0122_
receive, without change, to http:// E_superseded.pdf/EAD_2011-0122-E_1] and
2015.
www.regulations.gov, including any EASA AD 2011–0212 [http://
• Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life
personal information you provide. We ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2011_0212_ Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL
will also post a report summarizing each superseded.pdf/AD_2011–0212_1], whose ALI),’’ Variation 7.24, dated September
substantive verbal contact we receive requirements have been transferred into 21, 2015.
about this proposed AD. Airbus A330 and A340 ALS Part 1 revision This service information is reasonably
07 [dated September 23, 2013]. available because the interested parties
Discussion have access to it through their normal
The unsafe condition is fatigue
On August 2, 2011, we issued AD cracking, damage, and corrosion in course of business or by the means
2011–17–09, Amendment 39–16773 (76 certain principal structural elements, identified in the ADDRESSES section of
FR 53305, August 26, 2011). AD 2011– and possible failure of certain life this NPRM.
17–09 requires actions intended to limited parts, which could result in FAA’s Determination and Requirements
address an unsafe condition on all reduced structural integrity of the of This Proposed AD
Airbus Model A330–200 series airplane. This proposed AD would
airplanes, –200 Freighter series This product has been approved by
require revising the maintenance or the aviation authority of another
airplanes, and –300 series airplanes. On inspection program, as applicable, to
December 5, 2012, we issued AD 2012– country, and is approved for operation
incorporate new or revised structural in the United States. Pursuant to our
25–12, Amendment 39–17293 (77 FR inspection requirements. You may
75825, December 26, 2012). AD 2012– bilateral agreement with the State of
examine the MCAI in the AD docket on Design Authority, we have been notified
25–12 requires actions intended to the Internet at http://
address an unsafe condition for all of the unsafe condition described in the
www.regulations.gov by searching for MCAI and service information
Airbus Model A330–200 series airplanes and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
and –300 series airplanes. referenced above. We are proposing this
8428. AD because we evaluated all pertinent
Since we issued AD 2011–17–09,
Amendment 39–16773 (76 FR 53305, Related Service Information Under 1 information and determined an unsafe
August 26, 2011), and AD 2012–25–12, CFR Part 51 condition exists and is likely to exist or
Amendment 39–17293 (77 FR 75825, develop on other products of the same
Airbus has issued Airbus A330 ALS type design.
December 26, 2012), we have Part 1, ’’Safe Life Airworthiness
determined that more restrictive This proposed AD would require
Limitation Items,’’ Revision 07, dated revisions to certain operator
instructions and/or airworthiness September 23, 2013. The service
limitations should be incorporated into maintenance documents to include new
information describes Safe Life actions (e.g., inspections). Compliance
the maintenance or inspection program, Airworthiness Limitation Items (SL ALI)
as applicable. with these actions is required by 14 CFR
for the landing gear. 91.403(c). For airplanes that have been
The European Aviation Safety Agency Airbus has also issued the following
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent previously modified, altered, or repaired
variations, which describe SL ALIs. in the areas addressed by this proposed
for the Member States of the European • Airbus A330 Variation to Revision
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness AD, the operator may not be able to
07 of ALS Part 1, ‘‘Safe Life accomplish the actions described in the
Directive, 2014–0009, dated January 8, Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL
2014 (referred to after this as the revisions. In this situation, to comply
ALI),’’ dated September 24, 2013 with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness (variations reference 0GVLG130005C0S,
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct must request approval for an alternative
dated October 29, 2013). method of compliance according to
an unsafe condition for all Airbus • Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life
Model A330–200 series airplanes, –200 paragraph (m) of this proposed AD. The
Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL request should include a description of
Freighter series airplanes, and –300 ALI),’’ Variation 7.6, dated February 24,
series airplanes. The MCAI states: changes to the required actions that will
2015. ensure the continued damage tolerance
The airworthiness limitations for Airbus • Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life of the affected structure.
aeroplanes are currently published in Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL
Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) ALI),’’ Variation 7.10, dated April 1, Differences Between This Proposed AD
documents. 2015. and the MCAI or Service Information
The instructions and airworthiness
• Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Although the applicability in the
limitations applicable to the Safe Life
Airworthiness Limitation Items (SL ALI) are Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL MCAI also identifies Airbus Model
given in Airbus A330 ALS Part 1 and A340 ALI),’’ Variation 7.19, dated June 8, A340–200, –300, –500, and –600 series
ALS Part 1, which are approved by EASA. 2015. airplanes, this AD applies only to
The revision 07 of Airbus A330 and A340 • Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airbus Model A330–200, –200 Freighter
asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
ALS Part 1 [dated September 23, 2013] Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL series airplanes, and –300 series
introduces more restrictive instructions and/ ALI),’’ Variation 7.20, dated August 28, airplanes. However, we might consider
or airworthiness limitations. Failure to 2015. future separate rulemaking to require
comply with this revision could result in an • Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life incorporating Airbus A340 ALS Part 1,
unsafe condition.
For the reason described above, this
Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ’’Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation
[EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA ALI),’’ Variation 7.21, dated September Items,’’ Revision 07, dated September
AD 2012–0179 [http://ad.easa.europa.eu/ 14, 2015. 23, 2013, into the maintenance program
blob/easa_ad_2012_0179_superseded.pdf/ • Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life or inspection program, as applicable.
AD_2012-0179_1], which is superseded, and Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL There are currently no Airbus Model
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A340 series airplanes on the U.S. distribution of power and (d) Subject
Registry. responsibilities among the various Air Transport Association (ATA) of
levels of government. America Code 05, Periodic inspections.
Costs of Compliance
For the reasons discussed above, I (e) Reason
We estimate that this proposed AD certify this proposed regulation:
affects 82 airplanes of U.S. registry. This AD was prompted by a revision of
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory certain airworthiness limitations items (ALI)
The actions that are required by AD
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; documents, which specify more restrictive
2011–17–09, Amendment 39–16773 (76
FR 53305, August 26, 2011), and 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the instructions and/or airworthiness limitations.
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures We are issuing this AD to detect and correct
retained in this proposed AD take about fatigue cracking, accidental damage, or
1 work-hour per product, at an average (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
corrosion in principal structural elements,
labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Based 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
and possible failure of certain life limited
on these figures, the estimated cost of Alaska; and parts, which could result in reduced
the actions that were required by AD 4. Will not have a significant structural integrity of the airplane.
2011–17–09 is $85 per product. economic impact, positive or negative,
(f) Compliance
The actions that are required by AD on a substantial number of small entities
2012–25–12, Amendment 39–17293 (77 under the criteria of the Regulatory Comply with this AD within the
Flexibility Act. compliance times specified, unless already
FR 75825, December 26, 2012), and done.
retained in this proposed AD take about List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
16 work-hours per product (2 MLG (g) Retained Maintenance Program Revision,
bogie beams per airplane), at an average Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation With New Terminating Action
labor rate of $85 per work-hour. safety, Incorporation by reference, This paragraph restates the requirements of
Required parts cost about $255,000 per Safety. paragraph (h) of AD 2011–17–09,
MLG bogie beam. Based on these Amendment 39–16773 (76 FR 53305, August
The Proposed Amendment 26, 2011), with new terminating action.
figures, the estimated cost of the actions
Accordingly, under the authority Within 3 months after September 30, 2011
that were required by AD 2012–25–12 is (the effective date of AD 2011–17–09): Revise
up to $256,360 per MLG bogie beam. delegated to me by the Administrator, the maintenance program by incorporating
We also estimate that it would take the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ’’Safe Life
about 1 work-hour per product to 39 as follows: Airworthiness Limitation Items,’’ Revision
comply with the basic requirements of 05, dated July 29, 2010. Comply with all
this proposed AD. The average labor PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Airbus A330 ALS Part 1, ’’Safe Life
rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on DIRECTIVES Airworthiness Limitation Items,’’ Revision
these figures, we estimate the cost of 05, dated July 29, 2010, at the times specified
this proposed AD on U.S. operators to therein. Accomplishing the actions specified
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 in paragraph (k) of this AD terminates the
be $6,970, or $85 per product.
continues to read as follows: requirements of this paragraph.
Authority for This Rulemaking (h) Retained Alternative Intervals or Limits,
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Title 49 of the United States Code With No Changes
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue § 39.13 [Amended] This paragraph restates the requirements of
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by paragraph (i) of AD 2011–17–09, Amendment
section 106, describes the authority of removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 39–16773 (76 FR 53305, August 26, 2011),
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: 2011–17–09, Amendment 39–16773 (76 with no changes. Except as provided by
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more FR 53305, August 26, 2011); and AD paragraph (m) of this AD, after
detail the scope of the Agency’s accomplishment of the actions specified in
2012–25–12, Amendment 39–17293 (77 paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternatives to
authority. FR 75825, December 26, 2012); and the maintenance tasks, intervals, or
We are issuing this rulemaking under adding the following new AD: limitations specified in paragraph (g) of this
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, AD may be used.
Airbus: Docket No. FAA–2015–8428;
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–032–AD.
General requirements.’’ Under that (i) Retained Bogie Beam Replacement, With
section, Congress charges the FAA with (a) Comments Due Date Specific Delegation Approval Language and
New Terminating Action
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in We must receive comments by February
air commerce by prescribing regulations 29, 2016. This paragraph restates the requirements of
for practices, methods, and procedures paragraph (g) of AD 2012–25–12,
(b) Affected ADs Amendment 39–17293 (77 FR 75825,
the Administrator finds necessary for December 26, 2012), with specific delegation
This AD replaces AD 2011–17–09,
safety in air commerce. This regulation Amendment 39–16773 (76 FR 53305, August approval language and terminating action.
is within the scope of that authority 26, 2011); and AD 2012–25–12, Amendment For airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1)
because it addresses an unsafe condition 39–17293 (77 FR 75825, December 26, 2012). and (c)(3) of this AD, at the later of the times
that is likely to exist or develop on specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this
products identified in this rulemaking (c) Applicability AD: Replace all main landing gear (MLG)
action. This AD applies to all the Airbus airplanes bogie beams having part number (P/N)
asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and 201485300, 201485301, 201272302,
Regulatory Findings (c)(3) of this AD, certificated in any category, 201272304, 201272306, or 201272307, except
We determined that this proposed AD all manufacturer serial numbers. those that have serial number (S/N) S2A,
would not have federalism implications (1) Airbus Model A330–201, –202, –203, S2B, or S2C, as identified in Messier-Dowty
–223, and –243 airplanes. Service Letter A33–34 A20, Revision 5,
under Executive Order 13132. This (2) Airbus Model A330–223F and –243F including Appendices A through F, dated
proposed AD would not have a airplanes, July 31, 2009, with a new or serviceable part,
substantial direct effect on the States, on (3) Airbus Model A330–301, –302, –303, using a method approved by the Manager,
the relationship between the national –321, –322, –323, –341, –342, and –343 International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
Government and the States, or on the airplanes. Airplane Directorate, FAA, or the European
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Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) or Airbus’s Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ dated Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). September 24, 2013 (variations reference telephone (425) 227–1138; fax (425) 227–
After the effective date of this AD, replace all 0GVLG130005C0S, dated October 29, 2013). 1149. Information may be emailed to: 9-
the applicable MLG bogie beams with a new (ii) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov.
or serviceable part using a method approved Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.6, Before using any approved AMOC, notify
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– dated February 24, 2015. your appropriate principal inspector, or
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or (iii) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness lacking a principal inspector, the manager of
EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.10, the local flight standards district office/
Accomplishing the actions specified in dated April 1, 2015. certificate holding district office. The AMOC
paragraph (k) of this AD terminates the (iv) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness approval letter must specifically reference
requirements of this paragraph. Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.18, this AD.
(1) At the applicable time specified in dated April 1, 2015. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the
paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), and (i)(1)(iii) of (v) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness effective date of this AD, for any requirement
this AD. Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.19, in this AD to obtain corrective actions from
(i) For Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223, dated June 8, 2015. a manufacturer, the action must be
–243 series airplanes, weight variant (vi) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness accomplished using a method approved by
(WV)02x, WV05x (except WV058), and Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.20, the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
WV06x series: Before the accumulation of a dated August 28, 2015. 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
life limit of 50,000 landings or 72,300 total (vii) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness the EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If
flight hours, whichever occurs first from the Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.21, approved by the DOA, the approval must
first installation of a MLG bogie beam on the dated September 14, 2015. include the DOA-authorized signature.
airplane. (viii) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life
(ii) For Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223, (n) Related Information
Airworthiness Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’
–243 WV058 series airplanes: Before the Variation 7.22, dated June 8, 2015. (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
accumulation of a life limit of 50,000 Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
(ix) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness
landings or 57,900 total flight hours, Airworthiness Directive 2014–0009, dated
Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.23,
whichever occurs first from the first January 8, 2014, for related information. This
dated August 31, 2015.
installation of a MLG bogie beam on the MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
(x) Airbus A330, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness
airplane. Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
Limitations Items (SL ALI),’’ Variation 7.24,
(iii) For Model A330–301, –302, –303, searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
dated September 21, 2015.
–321, –322, –323, –341, –342, –343 series 2015–8428.
(2) The initial compliance times for the
airplanes, WV00x, WV01x, WV02x, and (2) For service information identified in
actions specified Airbus A330 ALS Part 1,
WV05x series: Before the accumulation of a this AD, contact Airbus SAS—Airworthiness
’’Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation Items,’’
life limit of 46,000 landings or 75,000 total Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
flight hours, whichever occurs first from the Revision 07, dated September 23, 2013; and
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33
first installation of a MLG bogie beam on the A330 Airbus Variations listed in paragraphs
5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email
airplane. (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(x) as applicable, are at
airworthiness.A330–A340@airbus.com;
(2) Within 6 months after January 30, 2013 the times specified in Airbus A330 ALS Part
Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may
(the effective date of AD 2012–25–12, 1, ’’Safe Life Airworthiness Limitation
view this service information at the FAA,
Amendment 39–17293 (77 FR 75825, Items,’’ Revision 07, dated September 23,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
December 26, 2012). 2013; and Airbus A330 Variations listed in Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information
paragraphs (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(x) as on the availability of this material at the
(j) Retained Parts Installation Limitation, applicable, or within 90 days after the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
With New Terminating Action effective date of this AD, whichever occurs
This paragraph restates the requirements of later. Accomplishing the actions specified in Issued in Renton, Washington, on
paragraph (h) of AD 2012–25–12, this paragraph terminates the requirements December 23, 2015.
Amendment 39–17293 (77 FR 75825, specified in paragraphs (g) through (j) of this John P. Piccola, Jr.,
December 26, 2012), with new terminating AD. Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
action. For airplanes identified in paragraphs (l) New No Alternative Actions or Intervals Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
(c)(1) and (c)(3) of this AD, As of January 30, [FR Doc. 2015–33173 Filed 1–12–16; 8:45 am]
2013 (the effective date of AD 2012–25–12), After the maintenance or inspection
a MLG bogie beam having any part number program, as applicable, has been revised, as BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
identified in paragraph (i) of this AD, may be required by paragraph (k) of this AD, no
installed on an airplane, provided its life has alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or
not exceeded the life limit specified in intervals may be used unless the actions or DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), and (i)(1)(iii) of intervals are approved as an alternative
this AD, and is replaced with a new or method of compliance (AMOC) in Federal Aviation Administration
serviceable part before reaching the life limit accordance with the procedures specified in
specified in paragraphs (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), and paragraph (m) of this AD. 14 CFR Part 39
(i)(1)(iii) of this AD. Accomplishing the (m) Other FAA AD Provisions
actions specified in paragraph (k) of this AD [Docket No. FAA–2015–8427; Directorate
terminates the requirements of this The following provisions also apply to this Identifier 2014–NM–212–AD]
paragraph. AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance RIN 2120–AA64
(k) New Maintenance or Inspection Program (AMOCs): The Manager, International
Revision Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
(1) Within 3 months after the effective date Directorate, FAA, has the authority to Airplanes
asabaliauskas on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
of this AD: Revise the maintenance or approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested AGENCY: Federal Aviation
inspection program, as applicable, by using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
Administration (FAA), DOT.
incorporating the information in Airbus A330
ALS Part 1, ‘‘’Safe Life Airworthiness request to your principal inspector or local ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
Limitation Items,’’ Revision 07, dated Flight Standards District Office, as (NPRM).
September 23, 2013; and variations to it appropriate. If sending information directly
listed in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) through (k)(1)(x), to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: SUMMARY: We propose to supersede
as applicable. Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2007–10–
(i) Airbus A330 Variation to Revision 07 of International Branch, ANM–116, Transport 10 R1, for all Airbus Model A300 B4–
ALS Part 1, ‘‘Safe Life Airworthiness Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind 600, B4–600R, and F4–600R series
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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 February 29, 2016. | |
| Contact | Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; fax (425) 227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 1570 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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