81 FR 21732 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 71 (April 13, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 71 (April 13, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-08352 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 71 (Wednesday, April 13, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 21732-21735] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-08352] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-4204; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-001-AD; Amendment 39-18482; AD 2016-08-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300- 600 series airplanes), modified by a particular supplemental type certificate (STC). This AD was prompted by a report of chafing found on the overflow sensor harness of the surge tank, and subsequent contact between the electrical wiring and fuel tank structure. This AD requires a one-time inspection for damage of the outer tank overflow sensor harness, and repair if necessary. This AD also requires modification of the sensor harness. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the harness and subsequent contact between the electrical wiring and fuel tank structure, which could result in electrical arcing and a fuel tank explosion. DATES: This AD becomes effective May 18, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 18, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Simmonds Precision Products, Inc., A UTC Aerospace Company, 100 Panton Road, Vergennes, VT 05491; phone 802-877-2911; fax 802-877-4444; Internet http://www.utcaerospacesystems.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-4204. [[Page 21733]] 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- 4204; 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 street address for the Docket Office (telephone 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: Marc Ronell, Aerospace Engineer, Boston Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-150, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7776; fax: 781-238-7170; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes), modified by a particular STC. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on October 23, 2015 (80 FR 64371) (``the NPRM''). The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0193, dated August 23, 2013 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A300 series airplanes and all Model A300-600 series airplanes. The MCAI corresponds to FAA AD 2015-03-03, Amendment 39-18099 (80 FR 11101, March 2, 2015) (``AD 2015-03-03''), which applies to Airbus Model A300 series airplanes and Model A300-600 series airplanes, all serial numbers, except for airplanes modified by STC ST00092BO (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/D41C5AE8E46B4901862574900069E004?OpenDocument&Highlight=st00092bo). In AD 2015-03-03, we explained that airplanes that have had the in- tank fuel quantity system modified by STC ST00092BO cannot accomplish the actions required by AD 2015-03-03 by using Airbus Service Bulletin A300-28-6109, Revision 01, dated December 20, 2013. We also stated that we were considering separate rulemaking to require the procedures and compliance time specified in UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 300723-28-03 (V-1577), dated October 10, 2014, for airplanes modified by STC ST00092BO. We have determined that further rulemaking is indeed necessary, and this AD follows from that determination. 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- 4204. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We have considered the comments received. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Request To Extend Proposed Compliance Time FedEx asked that we extend the compliance time required by paragraph (g) of the proposed AD from 12 to 30 months. FedEx stated that AD 2015-03-03 required accomplishing the inspection and rerouting within 30 months. FedEx added that, in both AD 2015-03-03 and the NPRM, improper harness routing is the root cause of the issue, and stated that airplanes having STC ST00092BO have equal susceptibility to harness chafing damage as those identified in AD 2015-03-03. FedEx suggested that a 30-month compliance time would still provide an acceptable level of safety. FedEx added that it is expecting to wait four to six months for one of the required materials, and the availability of its installation tool has not been confirmed. FedEx also stated that a longer compliance time would allow it to minimize the operational impact and accomplish the potentially lengthy service information at C-checks. We do not agree with the commenter's request to extend the compliance time, because the request is not supported by any analysis or supporting data. This compliance time is shorter to account for the time already elapsed for airplanes having STC ST00092BO. In developing an appropriate compliance time for the actions specified in this AD, we considered the safety implications and normal maintenance schedules for the timely accomplishment of the specified actions. We have determined that the proposed 12-month compliance time will ensure an acceptable level of safety and allow the actions to be done during scheduled maintenance intervals for most affected operators. However, affected operators may request an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) to request an extension of the compliance time under the provisions of paragraph (i) of this AD by submitting data and analysis substantiating that the change would provide an acceptable level of safety. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Increase Work Hour Estimate FedEx stated that, although the referenced service information specifies 14 work-hours per airplane for accomplishing both actions, the number of work-hours could be closer to 24, especially if a harness is replaced. We infer that the commenter is requesting that the work-hour estimate specified in the ``Costs of Compliance'' section be increased. We partially agree with the request. We provided our best estimate for the work hours based on the information received from the airplane manufacturer and specified in the referenced service information. However, we do not know the number of work-hours it would take to replace a harness, and as stated in the ``Costs of Compliance'' section, we have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions. We have not changed this final rule in this regard. 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. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 UTC Aerospace Systems has issued Service Bulletin 300723-28-03 (V- 1577), Revision 01, dated July 20, 2015. The service information describes procedures for an inspection for damage of the outer tank of the overflow sensor harness, repair, and modification of the sensor harness. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business [[Page 21734]] or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 65 airplanes of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it takes about 3 work-hours per product to comply with the inspection required by this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this inspection required by this AD on U.S. operators to be $16,575, or $255 per product. We estimate that it takes about 11 work-hours per product to comply with the modification requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts cost about $100 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this modification on U.S. operators to be $67,275, or $1,035 per product. We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this 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 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. 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. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2016-08-06 Airbus: Amendment 39-18482; Docket No. FAA-2015-4204; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-001-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective May 18, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes specified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), and (c)(4) of this AD; certificated in any category; modified by Simmonds Precision Products, Inc., Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST00092BO (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/D41C5AE8E46B4901862574900069E004?OpenDocument&Highlight=st00092bo). (1) Model A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, and B4-622 airplanes. (2) Model A300 B4-605R and B4-622R airplanes. (3) Model A300 F4-605R and F4-622R airplanes. (4) Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of chafing found on the overflow sensor harness of the surge tank, and subsequent contact between the electrical wiring and fuel tank structure. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the harness and subsequent contact between the electrical wiring and fuel tank structure, which could result in electrical arcing and a fuel tank explosion. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) One-Time Inspection and Repair Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD: Do the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 300723-28-03 (V-1577), Revision 01, dated July 20, 2015. (1) Perform a one-time general visual inspection for damage of the outer tank sensor harness, and if any damage is found on the expando sleeving, before further flight, do a detailed inspection of the underlying wires for exposed conductor wires. If any exposed conductor wire is found, before further flight, replace the outer wing harness assembly. (2) Install new brackets and re-route the surge tank overflow sensor harness. (3) Modify the harness protection. (h) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 300723- 28-03 (V-1577), dated October 10, 2014. This service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Boston Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-150, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD. (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. (j) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Marc Ronell, Aerospace Engineer, Boston Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-150, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238- 7776; fax: 781-238-7170; email: [email protected]. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD. (k) 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. [[Page 21735]] (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 300723-28-03 (V- 1577), Revision 01, dated July 20, 2015. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Simmonds Precision Products, Inc., A UTC Aerospace Company, 100 Panton Road, Vergennes, VT 05491; phone 802-877-2911; fax 802-877- 4444; Internet http://www.utcaerospacesystems.com. (4) 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. (5) 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 30, 2016. Victor Wicklund, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-08352 Filed 4-12-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(4) with this AD; any procedures or tests that are DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
of this AD. not identified as RC are recommended. Those
(1) For airplanes on which the inspection procedures and tests that are not identified Federal Aviation Administration
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD is as RC may be deviated from using accepted
accomplished on or after the effective date of methods in accordance with the operator’s
this AD: Submit the report within 30 days maintenance or inspection program without
14 CFR Part 39
after performing the inspection. obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
(2) For airplanes on which the inspection the procedures and tests identified as RC can [Docket No. FAA–2015–4204; Directorate
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD is be done and the airplane can be put back in Identifier 2015–NM–001–AD; Amendment
accomplished before the effective date of this an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or 39–18482; AD 2016–08–06]
AD: Submit the report within 30 days after changes to procedures or tests identified as
the effective date of this AD. RC require approval of an AMOC.
RIN 2120–AA64
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions (k) Related Information
The following provisions also apply to this Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
AD: Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airplanes
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance Airworthiness Directive 2014–0197, dated
(AMOCs): The Manager, International September 4, 2014, for related information. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane This MCAI may be found in the AD docket Administration (FAA), Department of
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov Transportation (DOT).
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested by searching for and locating Docket No.
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. FAA–2015–8136. ACTION: Final rule.
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your (l) Material Incorporated by Reference
request to your principal inspector or local SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Flight Standards District Office, as (1) The Director of the Federal Register airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
appropriate. If sending information directly approved the incorporation by reference Airbus Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R,
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: (IBR) of the service information listed in this and F4–600R series airplanes, and
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Model A300 C4–605R Variant F
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport part 51.
airplanes (collectively called Model
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind (2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by A300–600 series airplanes), modified by
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; a particular supplemental type
telephone 425–227–1138; fax 425–227–1149. this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3202, certificate (STC). This AD was prompted
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using dated May 6, 2014. by a report of chafing found on the
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3212, overflow sensor harness of the surge
principal inspector, or lacking a principal dated May 6, 2014. tank, and subsequent contact between
inspector, the manager of the local flight (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53– the electrical wiring and fuel tank
standards district office/certificate holding 3213, dated May 6, 2014. structure. This AD requires a one-time
district office. The AMOC approval letter (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
3214, dated May 6, 2014.
inspection for damage of the outer tank
must specifically reference this AD. overflow sensor harness, and repair if
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3216,
dated May 6, 2014. necessary. This AD also requires
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53– modification of the sensor harness. We
be accomplished using a method approved 3217, dated May 6, 2014. are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53– the harness and subsequent contact
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or 3218, dated May 6, 2014. between the electrical wiring and fuel
the EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If (viii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53– tank structure, which could result in
approved by the DOA, the approval must 3219, dated May 6, 2014. electrical arcing and a fuel tank
include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness
explosion.
(3) Reporting Requirements: A federal
agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, DATES: This AD becomes effective May
person is not required to respond to, nor 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 18, 2016.
shall a person be subject to a penalty for 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email
airworthiness.A330–A340@airbus.com; The Director of the Federal Register
failure to comply with a collection of
Internet http://www.airbus.com. approved the incorporation by reference
information subject to the requirements of
the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that (4) You may view this service information of certain publications listed in this AD
collection of information displays a current at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, as of May 18, 2016.
valid OMB Control Number. The OMB 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this ADDRESSES: For service information
Control Number for this information identified in this final rule, contact
collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(5) You may view this service information Simmonds Precision Products, Inc., A
this collection of information is estimated to
be approximately 5 minutes per response, that is incorporated by reference at the UTC Aerospace Company, 100 Panton
including the time for reviewing instructions, National Archives and Records Road, Vergennes, VT 05491; phone 802–
completing and reviewing the collection of Administration (NARA). For information on 877–2911; fax 802–877–4444; Internet
information. All responses to this collection the availability of this material at NARA, call http://www.utcaerospacesystems.com.
of information are mandatory. Comments 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// You may view this referenced service
concerning the accuracy of this burden and www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
information at the FAA, Transport
suggestions for reducing the burden should locations.html.
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
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be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Issued in Renton, Washington, on March SW., Renton, WA. For information on
Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: 31, 2016. the availability of this material at the
Information Collection Clearance Officer, Victor Wicklund,
AES–200. FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane available on the Internet at http://
(4) Required for Compliance (RC): If any
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. www.regulations.gov by searching for
service information contains procedures or
tests that are identified as RC, those [FR Doc. 2016–08366 Filed 4–12–16; 8:45 am] and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
procedures and tests must be done to comply BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 4204.
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or by the means identified in the 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the contact between the electrical wiring and fuel
ADDRESSES section. DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures tank structure, which could result in
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); electrical arcing and a fuel tank explosion.
Costs of Compliance 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (f) Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 65 Alaska; and Comply with this AD within the
airplanes of U.S. registry. 4. Will not have a significant compliance times specified, unless already
We also estimate that it takes about 3 economic impact, positive or negative, done.
work-hours per product to comply with on a substantial number of small entities
(g) One-Time Inspection and Repair
the inspection required by this AD. The under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act. Within 12 months after the effective date
average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. of this AD: Do the actions required by
Based on these figures, we estimate the List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD,
cost of this inspection required by this Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation in accordance with the Accomplishment
AD on U.S. operators to be $16,575, or safety, Incorporation by reference,
Instructions of UTC Aerospace Systems
$255 per product. Service Bulletin 300723–28–03 (V–1577),
Safety. Revision 01, dated July 20, 2015.
We estimate that it takes about 11 (1) Perform a one-time general visual
work-hours per product to comply with Adoption of the Amendment
inspection for damage of the outer tank
the modification requirements of this Accordingly, under the authority sensor harness, and if any damage is found
AD. The average labor rate is $85 per delegated to me by the Administrator, on the expando sleeving, before further flight,
work-hour. Required parts cost about the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as do a detailed inspection of the underlying
$100 per product. Based on these follows: wires for exposed conductor wires. If any
figures, we estimate the cost of this exposed conductor wire is found, before
modification on U.S. operators to be PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS further flight, replace the outer wing harness
DIRECTIVES assembly.
$67,275, or $1,035 per product. (2) Install new brackets and re-route the
We have received no definitive data surge tank overflow sensor harness.
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
that would enable us to provide cost (3) Modify the harness protection.
continues to read as follows:
estimates for the on-condition actions (h) Credit for Previous Actions
specified in this AD. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
This paragraph provides credit for actions
Authority for This Rulemaking § 39.13 [Amended] required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding actions were performed before the effective
Title 49 of the United States Code date of this AD using UTC Aerospace
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue the following new airworthiness
Systems Service Bulletin 300723–28–03 (V–
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, directive (AD): 1577), dated October 10, 2014. This service
section 106, describes the authority of 2016–08–06 Airbus: Amendment 39–18482; information is not incorporated by reference
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Docket No. FAA–2015–4204; Directorate in this AD.
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more Identifier 2015–NM–001–AD.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
detail the scope of the Agency’s (a) Effective Date (AMOCs)
authority. This AD becomes effective May 18, 2016. (1) The Manager, Boston Aircraft
We are issuing this rulemaking under Certification Office (ACO), ANE–150, FAA,
(b) Affected ADs has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: None. AD, if requested using the procedures found
General requirements.’’ Under that in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
(c) Applicability 39.19, send your request to your principal
section, Congress charges the FAA with This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes inspector or local Flight Standards District
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in specified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), Office, as appropriate. If sending information
air commerce by prescribing regulations and (c)(4) of this AD; certificated in any directly to the manager of the ACO, send it
for practices, methods, and procedures category; modified by Simmonds Precision to the attention of the person identified in
the Administrator finds necessary for Products, Inc., Supplemental Type Certificate paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
safety in air commerce. This regulation (STC) ST00092BO (http://rgl.faa.gov/ (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
is within the scope of that authority Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/ notify your appropriate principal inspector,
because it addresses an unsafe condition 0/D41C5AE8E46B4901862574900069E004 or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
?OpenDocument&Highlight=st00092bo). of the local flight standards district office/
that is likely to exist or develop on
(1) Model A300 B4–601, B4–603, B4–620, certificate holding district office.
products identified in this rulemaking and B4–622 airplanes.
action. (j) Related Information
(2) Model A300 B4–605R and B4–622R
airplanes. (1) For more information about this AD,
Regulatory Findings
(3) Model A300 F4–605R and F4–622R contact Marc Ronell, Aerospace Engineer,
We determined that this AD will not airplanes. Boston Aircraft Certification Office, ANE–
have federalism implications under (4) Model A300 C4–605R Variant F 150, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
Executive Order 13132. This AD will airplanes. MA 01803; phone: 781–238–7776; fax: 781–
238–7170; email: marc.ronell@faa.gov.
not have a substantial direct effect on (d) Subject (2) Service information identified in this
the States, on the relationship between Air Transport Association (ATA) of AD that is not incorporated by reference is
the national government and the States, America Code 28, Fuel. available at the addresses specified in
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or on the distribution of power and paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD.
responsibilities among the various (e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of (k) Material Incorporated by Reference
levels of government.
chafing found on the overflow sensor harness (1) The Director of the Federal Register
For the reasons discussed above, I approved the incorporation by reference
of the surge tank, and subsequent contact
certify that this AD: between the electrical wiring and fuel tank (IBR) of the service information listed in this
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory structure. We are issuing this AD to prevent paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; chafing of the harness and subsequent part 51.
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(2) You must use this service information 7400.9 and publication of conforming ACTION: Final rule.
as applicable to do the actions required by amendments.
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. SUMMARY: The Environmental Protection
(i) UTC Aerospace Systems Service FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
Agency (EPA) is revising portions of the
Bulletin 300723–28–03 (V–1577), Revision Clark, Federal Aviation Administration, Arizona Regional Haze Federal
01, dated July 20, 2015. Operations Support Group, Western Implementation Plan (FIP) applicable to
(ii) Reserved. Service Center, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., the Coronado Generating Station
(3) For service information identified in Renton, WA 98057; Telephone: (425) (Coronado) and the Cholla Power Plant
this AD, contact Simmonds Precision 203–4511.
Products, Inc., A UTC Aerospace Company, (Cholla). In response to a petition for
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: reconsideration from the Salt River
100 Panton Road, Vergennes, VT 05491;
phone 802–877–2911; fax 802–877–4444; History Project Agricultural Improvement and
Internet http://www.utcaero Power District (SRP), the owner and
spacesystems.com.
The FAA published a final rule in the
operator of Coronado, we are replacing
(4) You may view this service information Federal Register establishing Class E
airspace extending upward from 700 a plant-wide compliance method with a
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, unit-specific compliance method for
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For feet above the surface at Willapa Harbor
Heliport, South Bend, WA (81 FR 12001 determining compliance with the best
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. March 8, 2016) Docket No. FAA–2015– available retrofit technology (BART)
(5) You may view this service information 3771. Subsequent to publication the emission limits for nitrogen oxides
that is incorporated by reference at the FAA identified errors in the assigned (NOX) from Units 1 and 2 at Coronado.
National Archives and Records paragraph for incorporation, text header While the plant-wide limit for NOX
Administration (NARA). For information on format, and airport name information. emissions from Units 1 and 2 was
the availability of this material at NARA, call established as 0.065 lb/MMBtu, we are
202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.
This action corrects the errors.
now setting a unit-specific limit of 0.065
gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Correction to Final Rule lb/MMBtu for Unit 1 and 0.080 lb/
Issued in Renton, Washington, on March Accordingly, pursuant to the MMBtu for Unit 2. In addition, we are
30, 2016. authority delegated to me, in the revising the work practice standard in
Victor Wicklund, Federal Register of March 8, 2016 (81 the FIP for Coronado. Finally, we are
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane FR 12001) FR Doc. 2016–05059, removing the affirmative defense for
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. Establishment of Class E airspace, South malfunctions, which applied to both
[FR Doc. 2016–08352 Filed 4–12–16; 8:45 am] Bend, WA, is corrected as follows: Coronado and Cholla.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DATES: Effective date: This rule will be
§ 71.1 [Amended]
effective May 13, 2016.
On page 12002, column 1, line 17,
ADDRESSES: The EPA has established a
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION remove ‘‘Paragraph 5000 Class D
Airspace’’, and add in its place docket for this action under Docket ID
Federal Aviation Administration ‘‘Paragraph 6005. Class E airspace Areas No. EPA–R09–OAR–2015–0165. All
Extending Upward from 700 feet or documents in the docket are listed on
14 CFR Part 71 more Above the Surface of the Earth.’’ the http://www.regulations.gov Web
On page 12002, column 1, line 19 and site. Although listed in the index, some
[Docket No. FAA–2015–3771; Airspace information is not publicly available,
20, remove ‘‘ANM WA E5 Willapa
Docket No. 15–ANM–28] e.g., confidential business information
Harbor Heliport, South Bend, WA
[New]’’ and add in its place ‘‘ANM WA (CBI) or other information whose
Establishment of Class E Airspace, disclosure is restricted by statute.
South Bend, WA E5 South Bend, WA [New].’’
On page 12002, column 1, lines 27, Certain other material, such as
AGENCY: Federal Aviation 28, 34 and 35, after the word ‘Harbor’ copyrighted material, is not placed on
Administration (FAA), DOT. add the word ‘Heliport’. the Internet and will be publicly
ACTION: Final rule, correction. available only in hard copy form.
Issued in Seattle, Washington, on April 5,
2016. Publicly available docket materials are
SUMMARY: This action corrects available electronically through http://
Tracey Johnson,
administrative errors in a final rule www.regulations.gov.
published in the Federal Register of Manager, Operations Support Group, Western
Service Center. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
March 8, 2016, that establishes Class E
[FR Doc. 2016–08395 Filed 4–12–16; 8:45 am] Vijay Limaye, U.S. EPA, Region 9,
airspace at Willapa Harbor Heliport,
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Planning Office, Air Division, Air–2, 75
South Bend, WA, by amending the
Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, CA
assigned paragraph for rule
94105; telephone number: (415) 972–
incorporation within FAA Order
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION 3086; email address: limaye.vijay@
7400.9Z, by correcting format errors in
AGENCY epa.gov.
the text header of the airspace legal
description, and by correcting SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
40 CFR Part 52 Throughout this document, ‘‘we,’’ ‘‘us,’’
inconsistent airport name information
in the airspace legal description. These [EPA–R09–OAR–2015–0165; FRL–9944–68– and ‘‘our’’ refer to the EPA.
changes do not affect the boundaries or Region 9]
Table of Contents
jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES
operating requirements of the airspace.
Promulgation of Air Quality I. Definitions
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, May 26,
Implementation Plans; Arizona; II. Background
2016. The Director of the Federal III. Proposed Action
Regional Haze Federal Implementation
Register approves this incorporation by IV. Public Comments and EPA Responses
Plan; Reconsideration
reference action under Title 1, Code of V. Final Action
Federal Regulations, part 51, subject to AGENCY: Environmental Protection VI. Environmental Justice Considerations
the annual revision of FAA Order Agency (EPA). VII. Statutory and Executive Order Reviews
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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 becomes effective May 18, 2016. | |
| Contact | Marc Ronell, Aerospace Engineer, Boston Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-150, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7776; fax: 781-238-7170; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 21732 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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