81 FR 20219 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 67 (April 7, 2016)
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 67 (Thursday, April 7, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 20219-20222] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-07576] ======================================================================== Rules and Regulations Federal Register ________________________________________________________________________ This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by the Superintendent of Documents. Prices of new books are listed in the first FEDERAL REGISTER issue of each week. ======================================================================== Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 67 / Thursday, April 7, 2016 / Rules and Regulations [[Page 20219]] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-0075; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-202-AD; Amendment 39-18461; AD 2016-07-16] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-26-08 for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. AD 2013-26-08 required inspecting the orientation of both sides of the coil cord connector keyways of the number 2 windows on the flight deck; re-clocking the connector keyways, if necessary; and replacing the coil cord assemblies on both number 2 windows on the flight deck. This new AD adds airplanes to the applicability. AD 2013-26-08 resulted from reports of arcing and smoke at the left number 2 window in the flight deck. This AD was prompted by a determination that additional airplanes are subject to the same identified unsafe condition. We are issuing this AD to prevent arcing, smoke, and fire in the flight deck, which could lead to injuries to or incapacitation of the flightcrew. DATES: This AD is effective May 12, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 10, 2014 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014). ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this 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. This service information is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-0075. 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- 0075; 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 AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647- 5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Frank Carreras, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; phone: 425-917-6442; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2013-26-08, Amendment 39-17717 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014) (``AD 2013-26-08''). AD 2013-26-08 applied to certain The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on January 23, 2015 (80 FR 3527) (``the NPRM''). AD 2013-26-08 resulted from reports of arcing and smoke at the left number 2 window in the flight deck. The NPRM was prompted by a determination that additional airplanes are subject to the same identified unsafe condition. The NPRM proposed to continue to require inspecting the orientation of both sides of the coil cord connector keyways of the number 2 windows on the flight deck; re-clocking the connector keyways, if necessary; and replacing the coil cord assemblies on both number 2 windows on the flight deck. The NPRM also proposed to add airplanes to the applicability. We are issuing this AD to prevent arcing, smoke, and fire in the flight deck, which could lead to injuries to or incapacitation of the flightcrew. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Support for the NPRM Boeing stated that it supports the NPRM as written. Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions Aviation Partners Boeing stated that the installation of winglets per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST00830SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/ Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ 184de9a71ec3fa5586257eae00707da6/$FILE/ST00830SE.pdf) does not affect the accomplishment of the manufacturer's service instructions. We agree with the commenter that STC ST00830SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/ Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ 184de9a71ec3fa5586257eae00707da6/$FILE/ST00830SE.pdf) does not affect the accomplishment of the manufacturer's service instructions. Therefore, the installation of STC ST00830SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Comment Regarding Applicability United Airlines (UAL) stated that it found it curious that the technical compliance mandated in AD 2013-26-08 was per Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, whereas the airplane applicability in AD 2013-26-08 was based on Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 4, dated November 3, [[Page 20220]] 2011. UAL stated that, consequently, it anticipated further regulatory action that would include the Group 3 airplanes specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, and has acted accordingly. UAL also stated that, since it was already planning accomplishment on the Group 3 airplanes, the only impact to it will be to change the AD number on the compliance documentation. UAL stated that it has no further comments at this time. We acknowledge UAL's comment. No change to this AD is necessary. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 718 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Number of Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product airplanes Cost on U.S. operators -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Keyway inspection and installation 6 work[dash]hours x $1,608 $2,118............... 712 $1,508,016. (Group 1, Configuration 1 $85 per hour = $510. airplanes) [actions retained from AD 2013[dash]26[dash]08]. Adjustment of receptacles (Group 4 work-hours x $85 0 340.................. 410 139,400. 1, Configuration 2, Group 2, and per hour = $340. Group 3 airplanes) [actions retained from AD 2013[dash]26[dash]08]. Coil cord inspection (Group 1, 1 work-hour x $85 per 0 85 per coil cord..... 404 34,340 per coil cord. Configuration 3, and Group 2 hour = $85 per coil airplanes) [actions retained from cord. AD 2013[dash]26[dash]08]. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the coil cord inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these replacements: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement........................ 3 work-hours x $85 per hour $1,735 per coil cord $1,990 per coil cord = $255 per coil cord assembly. assembly. assembly. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. [[Page 20221]] Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-26-08, Amendment 39-17717 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014), and adding the following new AD: 2016-07-16 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18461; Docket No. FAA- 2015-0075; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-202-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 12, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2013-26-08, Amendment 39-17717 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014) (``AD 2013-26-08''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, - 700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 30, Ice and Rain Protection. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of arcing and smoke at the left number 2 window in the flight deck. We are issuing this AD to prevent arcing, smoke, and fire in the flight deck, which could lead to injuries to or incapacitation of the flightcrew. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Inspection and Replacement for Group 1, Configuration 1, Airplanes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. For airplanes identified as Group 1, Configuration 1, in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737- 30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2013-26-08), do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD. (1) Do a general visual inspection of the orientation of the coil cord connector keyways on the captain's and first officer's sides of the flight compartment, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. If the orientation is not at the specified position, before further flight, turn the receptacle connector to the correct position, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. (2) Replace the coil cords with new coil cords on both sides of the flight deck, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. (h) Retained Receptacle Replacement for Group 1, Configuration 2, and Group 2, Configuration 1, Airplanes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. For airplanes identified as Group 1, Configuration 2, and Group 2, Configuration 1, in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2013-26-08), install the receptacle connector with changed keyway position on both sides of the flight deck, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. (i) Retained Coil Cord Inspection and Corrective Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. For airplanes identified as Group 1, Configuration 3, and Group 2, Configuration 2, in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2013-26-08), do a general visual inspection for rubbing damage of the coil cord on the captain's and first officer's sides of the flight compartment, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30- 1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. If any rubbing damage is found: Before further flight, replace the coil cord with a new coil cord, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. (j) New Requirements of This AD: Receptacle Replacement for Group 3 Airplanes For airplanes identified as Group 3 in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD, install the receptacle connector with changed keyway position on both sides of the flight deck, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD. (k) Exceptions to Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30- 1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013 (1) This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (j)(1) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. In the circuit breaker tables of the Work Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, the panel number for circuit breaker C00393 is incorrectly identified as ``P6-12.'' The correct panel number reference for circuit breaker C00393, ``WINDOW HEAT POWER RIGHT SIDE,'' is P6-11. (2) This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (j)(2) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. In paragraph 3.B. of the Work Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30- 1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, the description for Part 3 of the Work Instructions is identified as ``PART 3: RECEPTACLE CONNECTOR POSITION CHANGE,'' which is incorrect. The correct description for Part 3 of the Work Instructions is ``PART 3: COIL CORD INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT IF DAMAGE IS FOUND.'' (3) This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (j)(3) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. In Figures 13 and 14, in paragraph 3.B. of the Work Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, the note before the step tables misidentifies certain parts and airplane groups. The note should read: Note: Group 1 and Group 2 airplanes have the connector receptacle identified as D10572. Group 3 airplanes have the connector receptacle identified as D10560. Except for Group 1 airplanes, a wire diagram change is not necessary and not shown in this service bulletin. (l) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (k) of AD 2013-26-08, with no changes. This paragraph provides credit for the replacement required by paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, if the replacement was performed before February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2013-26-08), using the service information specified in paragraph (l)(1), (l)(2), (l)(3), (l)(4), or (l)(5) of this AD, provided that the actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD were done as specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737- 30-1058, Revision 4, dated November 3, 2011; or Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013; for airplanes in Group 1, Configuration 2, and Group 2. (1) Boeing Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, dated July 27, 2006, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) Boeing Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2007, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (3) Boeing Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 2, dated February 13, 2009, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (4) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 3, dated July 7, 2010, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (5) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 4, dated November 3, 2011, which was previously incorporated by reference on February 10, 2014 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014). (m) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if [[Page 20222]] requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (n)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) AMOCs approved for AD 2013-26-08, are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of this AD. (4) For airplanes identified as Group 3 in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, AMOCs approved for the actions required by paragraph (h) of AD 2013-26-08, are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraph (j) of this AD. (n) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Frank Carreras, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6442; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (o)(4) and (o)(5) of this AD. (o) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on February 10, 2014 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014). (i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-30-1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013. (ii) Reserved. (4) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (5) You may view this service information at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 24, 2016. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-07576 Filed 4-6-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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contains regulatory documents having general P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA NPRM proposed to continue to require
applicability and legal effect, most of which 98124–2207; telephone 206–544–5000, inspecting the orientation of both sides
are keyed to and codified in the Code of extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Internet of the coil cord connector keyways of
Federal Regulations, which is published under https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You the number 2 windows on the flight
50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510.
may view this service information at the deck; re-clocking the connector
The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, keyways, if necessary; and replacing the
the Superintendent of Documents. Prices of 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. coil cord assemblies on both number 2
new books are listed in the first FEDERAL For information on the availability of windows on the flight deck. The NPRM
REGISTER issue of each week. this material at the FAA, call 425–227– also proposed to add airplanes to the
1221. This service information is also applicability. We are issuing this AD to
available on the Internet at http:// prevent arcing, smoke, and fire in the
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION www.regulations.gov by searching for flight deck, which could lead to injuries
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– to or incapacitation of the flightcrew.
Federal Aviation Administration 0075. Comments
14 CFR Part 39 Examining the AD Docket We gave the public the opportunity to
[Docket No. FAA–2015–0075; Directorate You may examine the AD docket on participate in developing this AD. The
Identifier 2014–NM–202–AD; Amendment the Internet at http:// following presents the comments
39–18461; AD 2016–07–16] www.regulations.gov by searching for received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– response to each comment.
RIN 2120–AA64
0075; or in person at the Docket Support for the NPRM
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Management Facility between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Boeing stated that it supports the
Company Airplanes NPRM as written.
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
AGENCY: Federal Aviation contains this AD, the regulatory Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
Administration (FAA), DOT. evaluation, any comments received, and of the Proposed Actions
ACTION: Final rule. other information. The address for the Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is the installation of winglets per
SUMMARY: We are superseding Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–26– Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)
Department of Transportation, Docket ST00830SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/
08 for certain The Boeing Company Operations, M–30, West Building
Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 rgstc.nsf/0/
–900, and –900ER series airplanes. AD New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
2013–26–08 required inspecting the 184de9a71ec3fa5586257eae00707da6/
DC 20590. $FILE/ST00830SE.pdf) does not affect
orientation of both sides of the coil cord FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
connector keyways of the number 2 the accomplishment of the
Frank Carreras, Aerospace Engineer, manufacturer’s service instructions.
windows on the flight deck; re-clocking Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM–
the connector keyways, if necessary; We agree with the commenter that
130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification STC ST00830SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/
and replacing the coil cord assemblies Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
on both number 2 windows on the flight Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425– rgstc.nsf/0/
deck. This new AD adds airplanes to the 917–6442; fax: 425–917–6590; email:
applicability. AD 2013–26–08 resulted 184de9a71ec3fa5586257eae00707da6/
frank.carreras@faa.gov. $FILE/ST00830SE.pdf) does not affect
from reports of arcing and smoke at the
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: the accomplishment of the
left number 2 window in the flight deck.
This AD was prompted by a manufacturer’s service instructions.
Discussion
determination that additional airplanes Therefore, the installation of STC
We issued a notice of proposed ST00830SE does not affect the ability to
are subject to the same identified unsafe rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
condition. We are issuing this AD to accomplish the actions required by this
part 39 to supersede AD 2013–26–08, AD. We have not changed this AD in
prevent arcing, smoke, and fire in the Amendment 39–17717 (79 FR 545,
flight deck, which could lead to injuries this regard.
January 6, 2014) (‘‘AD 2013–26–08’’).
to or incapacitation of the flightcrew. AD 2013–26–08 applied to certain The Comment Regarding Applicability
DATES: This AD is effective May 12, Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, United Airlines (UAL) stated that it
2016. –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series found it curious that the technical
The Director of the Federal Register airplanes. The NPRM published in the compliance mandated in AD 2013–26–
approved the incorporation by reference Federal Register on January 23, 2015 08 was per Boeing Special Attention
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of a certain publication listed in this AD (80 FR 3527) (‘‘the NPRM’’). AD 2013– Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision
as of February 10, 2014 (79 FR 545, 26–08 resulted from reports of arcing 5, dated April 24, 2013, whereas the
January 6, 2014). and smoke at the left number 2 window airplane applicability in AD 2013–26–
ADDRESSES: For service information in the flight deck. The NPRM was 08 was based on Boeing Special
identified in this final rule, contact prompted by a determination that Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–
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2011. UAL stated that, consequently, it that it has no further comments at this • Are consistent with the intent that
anticipated further regulatory action time. was proposed in the NPRM for
that would include the Group 3 We acknowledge UAL’s comment. No correcting the unsafe condition; and
airplanes specified in Boeing Special change to this AD is necessary. • Do not add any additional burden
Attention Service Bulletin 737–30– Conclusion upon the public than was already
1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, proposed in the NPRM.
We reviewed the relevant data,
and has acted accordingly. UAL also
considered the comments received, and Costs of Compliance
stated that, since it was already
determined that air safety and the
planning accomplishment on the Group public interest require adopting this AD We estimate that this AD affects 718
3 airplanes, the only impact to it will be as proposed except for minor editorial airplanes of U.S. registry.
to change the AD number on the changes. We have determined that these We estimate the following costs to
compliance documentation. UAL stated minor changes: comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Number of air-
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
planes
Keyway inspection and installa- 6 work-hours × $85 $1,608 $2,118 ....................... 712 $1,508,016.
tion (Group 1, Configuration 1 per hour = $510.
airplanes) [actions retained
from AD 2013-26-08].
Adjustment of receptacles 4 work-hours × $85 0 340 ............................ 410 139,400.
(Group 1, Configuration 2, per hour = $340.
Group 2, and Group 3 air-
planes) [actions retained from
AD 2013-26-08].
Coil cord inspection (Group 1, 1 work-hour × $85 0 85 per coil cord ........ 404 34,340 per coil cord.
Configuration 3, and Group 2 per hour = $85 per
airplanes) [actions retained coil cord.
from AD 2013-26-08].
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 coil cord inspection. We have no way of might need these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
Replacement ............... 3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 per coil $1,735 per coil cord assembly ..... $1,990 per coil cord assembly.
cord assembly.
According to the manufacturer, some the Administrator finds necessary for (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
of the costs of this AD may be covered safety in air commerce. This regulation in Alaska, and
under warranty, thereby reducing the is within the scope of that authority (4) Will not have a significant
cost impact on affected individuals. We because it addresses an unsafe condition economic impact, positive or negative,
do not control warranty coverage for that is likely to exist or develop on on a substantial number of small entities
affected individuals. As a result, we products identified in this rulemaking under the criteria of the Regulatory
have included all costs in our cost action. Flexibility Act.
estimate.
Regulatory Findings List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Authority for This Rulemaking
We have determined that this AD will Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
Title 49 of the United States Code not have federalism implications under
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue safety, Incorporation by reference,
Executive Order 13132. This AD will Safety.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, not have a substantial direct effect on
Section 106, describes the authority of the States, on the relationship between Adoption of the Amendment
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, the national government and the States,
Aviation Programs, describes in more Accordingly, under the authority
or on the distribution of power and delegated to me by the Administrator,
detail the scope of the Agency’s responsibilities among the various
authority. the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
levels of government. follows:
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII, For the reasons discussed above, I
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Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, certify that this AD: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory DIRECTIVES
section, Congress charges the FAA with action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
air commerce by prescribing regulations DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures continues to read as follows:
for practices, methods, and procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
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§ 39.13 [Amended] Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, panel number reference for circuit breaker
dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in C00393, ‘‘WINDOW HEAT POWER RIGHT
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by paragraph (k) of this AD. SIDE,’’ is P6–11.
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) (2) This paragraph restates the provisions
2013–26–08, Amendment 39–17717 (79 (h) Retained Receptacle Replacement for of paragraph (j)(2) of AD 2013–26–08, with
FR 545, January 6, 2014), and adding the Group 1, Configuration 2, and Group 2, no changes. In paragraph 3.B. of the Work
Configuration 1, Airplanes
following new AD: Instructions of Boeing Special Attention
This paragraph restates the requirements of Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5,
2016–07–16 The Boeing Company: paragraph (h) of AD 2013–26–08, with no dated April 24, 2013, the description for Part
Amendment 39–18461; Docket No. changes. For airplanes identified as Group 1,
FAA–2015–0075; Directorate Identifier 3 of the Work Instructions is identified as
Configuration 2, and Group 2, Configuration ‘‘PART 3: RECEPTACLE CONNECTOR
2014–NM–202–AD.
1, in Boeing Special Attention Service POSITION CHANGE,’’ which is incorrect.
(a) Effective Date Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated The correct description for Part 3 of the Work
This AD is effective May 12, 2016. April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after Instructions is ‘‘PART 3: COIL CORD
February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT IF
(b) Affected ADs 2013–26–08), install the receptacle connector DAMAGE IS FOUND.’’
This AD replaces AD 2013–26–08, with changed keyway position on both sides (3) This paragraph restates the provisions
Amendment 39–17717 (79 FR 545, January 6, of the flight deck, in accordance with the of paragraph (j)(3) of AD 2013–26–08, with
2014) (‘‘AD 2013–26–08’’). Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing no changes. In Figures 13 and 14, in
Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–30– paragraph 3.B. of the Work Instructions of
(c) Applicability 1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin
This AD applies to The Boeing Company except as specified in paragraph (k) of this 737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated April 24,
Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, AD. 2013, the note before the step tables
and –900ER series airplanes, certificated in misidentifies certain parts and airplane
(i) Retained Coil Cord Inspection and
any category, as identified in Boeing Special groups. The note should read:
Corrective Action
Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Note: Group 1 and Group 2 airplanes have
Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013. This paragraph restates the requirements of the connector receptacle identified as
paragraph (i) of AD 2013–26–08, with no D10572. Group 3 airplanes have the
(d) Subject changes. For airplanes identified as Group 1, connector receptacle identified as D10560.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of Configuration 3, and Group 2, Configuration Except for Group 1 airplanes, a wire diagram
America Code 30, Ice and Rain Protection. 2, in Boeing Special Attention Service change is not necessary and not shown in
Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated this service bulletin.
(e) Unsafe Condition April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after
This AD was prompted by reports of arcing February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD (l) Credit for Previous Actions
and smoke at the left number 2 window in 2013–26–08), do a general visual inspection
This paragraph restates the provisions of
the flight deck. We are issuing this AD to for rubbing damage of the coil cord on the
paragraph (k) of AD 2013–26–08, with no
prevent arcing, smoke, and fire in the flight captain’s and first officer’s sides of the flight
changes. This paragraph provides credit for
deck, which could lead to injuries to or compartment, in accordance with the
the replacement required by paragraph (g)(2)
incapacitation of the flightcrew. Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
of this AD, if the replacement was performed
Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–
(f) Compliance before February 10, 2014 (the effective date
1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013,
Comply with this AD within the of AD 2013–26–08), using the service
except as specified in paragraph (k) of this
compliance times specified, unless already information specified in paragraph (l)(1),
AD. If any rubbing damage is found: Before
done. (l)(2), (l)(3), (l)(4), or (l)(5) of this AD,
further flight, replace the coil cord with a
new coil cord, in accordance with the provided that the actions required by
(g) Retained Inspection and Replacement for paragraph (h) of this AD were done as
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
Group 1, Configuration 1, Airplanes specified in Boeing Special Attention Service
Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–
This paragraph restates the requirements of 1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 4, dated
paragraph (g) of AD 2013–26–08, with no except as specified in paragraph (k) of this November 3, 2011; or Boeing Special
changes. For airplanes identified as Group 1, AD. Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–1058,
Configuration 1, in Boeing Special Attention Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013; for
Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, (j) New Requirements of This AD: Receptacle airplanes in Group 1, Configuration 2, and
dated April 24, 2013: Within 48 months after Replacement for Group 3 Airplanes Group 2.
February 10, 2014 (the effective date of AD For airplanes identified as Group 3 in (1) Boeing Service Bulletin 737–30–1058,
2013–26–08), do the actions specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin dated July 27, 2006, which is not
paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD. 737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, incorporated by reference in this AD.
(1) Do a general visual inspection of the 2013: Within 48 months after the effective (2) Boeing Service Bulletin 737–30–1058,
orientation of the coil cord connector date of this AD, install the receptacle Revision 1, dated June 18, 2007, which is not
keyways on the captain’s and first officer’s connector with changed keyway position on incorporated by reference in this AD.
sides of the flight compartment, in both sides of the flight deck, in accordance (3) Boeing Service Bulletin 737–30–1058,
accordance with the Accomplishment with the Accomplishment Instructions of Revision 2, dated February 13, 2009, which
Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, 737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, (4) Boeing Special Attention Service
dated April 24, 2013, except as specified in 2013, except as specified in paragraph (k) of Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 3, dated July
paragraph (k) of this AD. If the orientation is this AD. 7, 2010, which is not incorporated by
not at the specified position, before further reference in this AD.
flight, turn the receptacle connector to the (k) Exceptions to Boeing Special Attention (5) Boeing Special Attention Service
correct position, in accordance with the Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 4, dated
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing dated April 24, 2013 November 3, 2011, which was previously
Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–30– (1) This paragraph restates the provisions incorporated by reference on February 10,
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1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, of paragraph (j)(1) of AD 2013–26–08, with 2014 (79 FR 545, January 6, 2014).
except as specified in paragraph (k) of this no changes. In the circuit breaker tables of
AD. the Work Instructions of Boeing Special (m) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(2) Replace the coil cords with new coil Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–1058, (AMOCs)
cords on both sides of the flight deck, in Revision 5, dated April 24, 2013, the panel (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft
accordance with the Accomplishment number for circuit breaker C00393 is Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the
Instructions of Boeing Special Attention incorrectly identified as ‘‘P6–12.’’ The correct authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
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requested using the procedures found in 14 Issued in Renton, Washington, on March Letňany, Czech Republic; phone: +420
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 24, 2016. 222 538 111; fax: +420 222 538 222. You
send your request to your principal inspector Michael Kaszycki, may view this service information at the
or local Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in [FR Doc. 2016–07576 Filed 4–6–16; 8:45 am] 01803. For information on the
paragraph (n)(1) of this AD. Information may BILLING CODE 4910–13–P availability of this material at the FAA,
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- call 781–238–7125. It is also available
Requests@faa.gov. on the Internet at http://
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION www.regulations.gov by searching for
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
Federal Aviation Administration 3692.
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
(3) AMOCs approved for AD 2013–26–08, 14 CFR Part 39 Examining the AD Docket
are approved as AMOCs for the [Docket No. FAA–2016–3692; Directorate You may examine the AD docket on
corresponding provisions of this AD. Identifier 2016–NE–05–AD; Amendment 39–
(4) For airplanes identified as Group 3 in the Internet at http://
18458; AD 2016–07–13]
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin www.regulations.gov by searching for
737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated April 24, RIN 2120–AA64 and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
2013, AMOCs approved for the actions 3692; or in person at the Docket
required by paragraph (h) of AD 2013–26–08, Airworthiness Directives; GE Aviation Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5
are approved as AMOCs for the Czech s.r.o. Turboprop Engines p.m., Monday through Friday, except
corresponding provisions of paragraph (j) of Federal holidays. The AD docket
this AD. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT. contains this AD, the mandatory
(n) Related Information continuing airworthiness information
ACTION: Final rule; request for
(1) For more information about this AD, (MCAI), regulatory evaluation, any
contact Frank Carreras, Aerospace Engineer, comments. comments received, and other
Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM–130S, information. The address for the Docket
FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
GE Aviation Czech s.r.o. M601E–11 ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6442; fax: 425–
917–6590; email: frank.carreras@faa.gov. turboprop engines. This AD requires available in the AD docket shortly after
(2) Service information identified in this inspection of the engine power turbine receipt.
AD that is not incorporated by reference is (PT) disk and, if found damaged, its FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
available at the addresses specified in replacement with a part eligible for
paragraphs (o)(4) and (o)(5) of this AD.
Kenneth Steeves, Aerospace Engineer,
installation. This AD was prompted by Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine
(o) Material Incorporated by Reference discovery of damage to certain engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District
(1) The Director of the Federal Register PT disks during engine shop visits. We Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone:
approved the incorporation by reference are issuing this AD to prevent failure of 781–238–7765; fax: 781–238–7199;
(IBR) of the service information listed in this the engine PT disk, which could result email: kenneth.steeves@faa.gov.
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR in release of high-energy debris, damage
part 51. to the engine, and reduced control of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(2) You must use this service information airplane.
as applicable to do the actions required by Comments Invited
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. DATES: This AD becomes effective April
(3) The following service information was 22, 2016. This AD is a final rule that involves
approved for IBR on February 10, 2014 (79 The Director of the Federal Register requirements affecting flight safety, and
FR 545, January 6, 2014). approved the incorporation by reference we did not precede it by notice and
(i) Boeing Special Attention Service of a certain publication listed in this AD opportunity for public comment. We
Bulletin 737–30–1058, Revision 5, dated as of April 22, 2016. invite you to send any written relevant
April 24, 2013. We must receive comments on this data, views, or arguments about this AD.
(ii) Reserved. Send your comments to an address
(4) For Boeing service information AD by May 23, 2016.
identified in this AD, contact Boeing ADDRESSES: You may send comments by listed under the ADDRESSES section.
Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & any of the following methods: Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2016–3692;
Services Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to Directorate Identifier 2016–NE–05–AD’’
2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the at the beginning of your comments. We
206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766– instructions for submitting comments. specifically invite comments on the
5680; Internet https:// overall regulatory, economic,
www.myboeingfleet.com.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– environmental, and energy aspects of
(5) You may view this service information this AD. We will consider all comments
at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., received by the closing date and may
information on the availability of this Washington, DC 20590–0001. amend this AD because of those
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail comments.
(6) You may view this service information address above between 9 a.m. and 5 We will post all comments we
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that is incorporated by reference at the p.m., Monday through Friday, except receive, without change, to http://
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on
Federal holidays. www.regulations.gov, including any
the availability of this material at NARA, call • Fax: 202–493–2251. personal information you provide. We
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// For service information identified in will also post a report summarizing each
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- this AD, contact GE Aviation Czech substantive verbal contact with FAA
locations.html. s.r.o., Beranových 65, 199 02 Praha 9— personnel concerning this AD.
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective May 12, 2016. | |
| Contact | Frank Carreras, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM-130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; phone: 425-917-6442; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 20219 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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