81 FR 24010 - Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Helicopters
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 79 (April 25, 2016)
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 79 (Monday, April 25, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 24010-24012] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-09236] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2013-0734; Directorate Identifier 2012-SW-080-AD; Amendment 39-18494; AD 2016-08-17] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Helicopters AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2010-19-51 for Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 helicopters. AD 2010-19-51 required inspecting parts of the main rotor hydraulic servo actuator (servo actuator) for certain conditions and replacing any unairworthy parts before further flight. This new AD requires installing a servo actuator with a new stainless steel piston rod. This AD was prompted by a collective servo actuator malfunction. We are issuing this AD to detect corrosion on a piston rod, which could result in failure of the servo actuator and consequent loss of helicopter control. DATES: This AD is effective May 31, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain document listed in this AD as of December 9, 2010 (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010). ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited, 12,800 Rue de l'Avenir, Mirabel, Quebec J7J1R4; telephone (450) 437-2862 or (800) 363-8023; fax (450) 433-0272; or at http://www.bellcustomer.com/files/. You may review the referenced service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. It is also on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2013- 0734. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.govby searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2013- 0734; 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 Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) AD, any incorporated-by-reference information, the economic evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is Document 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: Matt Wilbanks, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy Group, Rotorcraft Directorate, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222-5110; email [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion On August 12, 2013, we issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that was published in the Federal Register on August 20, 2013 (78 FR 51123). The NPRM proposed to remove AD 2010-19-51, Amendment 39- 16523 (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010) and add a new AD for Bell Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 helicopters. The NPRM proposed to require inspecting servo actuator part number (P/N) 222-382-001-107 using a 10X or higher magnifying glass to determine whether the piston rod has any pitting or penetration of the base metal. If the piston rod had any pitting or penetration of the base metal, the NPRM proposed replacing servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-107 with servo actuator P/N 222-382-001- 111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM. Thereafter, the NPRM proposed overhauling servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM at intervals not to exceed 10 years or 10,000 hours time-in-service (TIS), whichever comes first. The NPRM was prompted by AD No. CF-2010-29R1, dated July 26, 2012, issued by TCCA, which is the aviation authority for Canada. TCCA AD No. CF-2010-29R1 requires an inspection of the servo actuator and either overhauling or replacing the piston rod with a stainless steel piston rod. Replacement of the piston rod extends the overhaul interval of the servo actuator to 10,000 hours TIS or 10 years, whichever comes first. TCCA AD No. CF-2010-29R1 allows different compliance times for overhaul or replacement of the piston rod, depending on the condition of the piston rod when inspected. After the NPRM was published, we received comments from Bell requesting we mandate replacement of servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-107 with servo actuator part number P/N 222-382-001-111 even if no pitting or penetration of the base metal is found during the inspection, in accordance with the replacement provisions in its Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) 430-11-46, Revision A, dated June 20, 2012. In light of those comments, we determined that our AD should retain all of the inspection requirements of AD 2010-19-51 and also include compliance times specified in Revision A of the ASB for replacing servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-107 with servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or -111FM. Therefore, we revised the proposed actions accordingly. Because those changes expanded the scope of the original NPRM, we determined that it was necessary to reopen the comment period to provide additional opportunity for the public to comment. A supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) was published in the Federal Register on June 16, 2015 (80 FR 34332). Since the SNPRM was issued, the FAA Southwest Regional Office has relocated and a group email address has been established for requesting an FAA Alternative Method of Compliance for a helicopter of foreign design. We have updated this information throughout this AD. We have also removed the proposed paragraph (f)(7) from the Required Actions section, which would have required overhauling servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001- [[Page 24011]] 111FM at intervals not to exceed 10 years or 10,000 hours TIS, whichever occurs first. Because replacement of servo actuator P/N 222- 382-001-107 with P/N 222-382-001-111 or -111FM corrects the unsafe condition, we have determined that AD action for this overhaul requirement is not appropriate. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD, but we received no comments on the SNPRM (80 FR 34332, June 16, 2015). FAA's Determination These helicopters have been approved by the aviation authority of Canada and are approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with Canada, TCCA, its technical representative, has notified us of the unsafe condition described in the TCCA AD. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all information provided by TCCA and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other helicopters of these same type designs and that air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD requirements as proposed. Differences Between This AD and the TCCA AD The TCCA AD requires inspecting each servo actuator to determine the condition of the piston rod assembly no later than 5 hours upon receiving the original issue of its AD. This AD requires inspecting each servo actuator to determine the condition of the piston rod assembly before further flight. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Woodward HRT Service Bulletin 141600-67-02, dated August 18, 2010, which provides instructions for disassembling the servo actuator and for cleaning and inspecting the piston rod and nut. 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. Other Related Service Information We also reviewed Bell ASB 222-11-111 for Model 222 and 222B helicopters, ASB 222U-11-82 for Model 222U helicopters, ASB 230-11-43 for Model 230 helicopters, and ASB 430-11-46 for Model 430 helicopters, all Revision A and all dated June 22, 2012. The ASBs contain, and require compliance with, Woodward HRT Service Bulletin 141600-67-03, dated February 14, 2012, to upgrade the servo actuator by replacing the piston rod and then re-identifying the servo actuator dash number with ``-111FM.'' The compliance time for upgrading the servo actuator varies depending on the results of the inspections required by Woodward HRT Service Bulletin 141600-67-02, dated August 18, 2010. The Bell ASBs also provide an alternative inspection procedure for servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-107 that has not reached certain hours TIS and where the servo actuator cannot be upgraded. TCCA classified these ASBs as mandatory and issued AD No. CF-2010-29R1, dated July 26, 2012, to ensure the continued airworthiness of these helicopters. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 146 helicopters of U.S. Registry and that labor costs average $85 a work-hour. Based on these estimates, we expect the following costs:Inspecting a servo actuator requires 4 work-hours per actuator for a labor cost of $340. No parts are needed for a total cost of $1,020 per helicopter and $148,920 for the U.S. fleet given 3 actuators per helicopter. Replacing a servo actuator requires 8 work-hours for a labor cost of $680. Parts cost $35,700 for a total cost of $36,380 per actuator. 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. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2010-19-51, Amendment 39-16523 (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010), and adding the following new AD: 2016-08-17 Bell Helicopter Textron Canada: Amendment 39-18494; Docket No. FAA-2013-0734; Directorate Identifier 2012-SW-080-AD. (a) Applicability This AD applies to Bell Helicopter Textron Canada (Bell) Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and 430 helicopters, with a main rotor hydraulic servo actuator (servo actuator) part number (P/N) 222-382- 001-107 installed, certificated in any category. (b) Unsafe Condition This AD defines the unsafe condition as corrosion or a nonconforming grind relief on the output piston rod assembly (piston rod). This condition could lead to failure of the piston rod, failure of the servo actuator, and subsequent loss of helicopter control. (c) Affected ADs This AD supersedes AD 2010-19-51, Amendment 39-16523 (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010). (d) Effective Date This AD becomes effective May 31, 2016. [[Page 24012]] (e) Compliance You are responsible for performing each action required by this AD within the specified compliance time unless it has already been accomplished prior to that time. (f) Required Actions Before further flight: (1) Disassemble each servo actuator to gain access to the piston rod as shown in Figures 1 through 5 and by following the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph 3.A., Part I., of Woodward HRT Alert Service Bulletin No. 141600-67-02, dated August 18, 2010 (Woodward ASB). (2) Clean the entire piston rod and nut using acetone and a nylon bristle brush removing all contaminates to allow for inspection. Inspect the grind relief configuration for the piston rod and nut as shown in Figure 6 of the Woodward ASB. If the grind relief is unacceptable as shown in Figure 6, replace the piston rod and the nut with airworthy parts. (3) Using a 10X or higher magnifying glass, visually inspect the nut for any corrosion or any damage to the threads. If you find any corrosion or any damage to the threads, replace the nut with an airworthy nut. (4) Using a 10X or higher magnifying glass, visually inspect the piston rod as shown in Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB for any corrosion, visible lack of cadmium plate (gold or gray color), or damage to the piston rod. For the purposes of this AD, damage to the piston rod is defined as pitting, a visible scratch, a crack, or a visible abrasion. (i) If there is any corrosion or visible lack of cadmium plate or any damage to the piston rod in the Critical Areas as shown in Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB, replace the servo actuator with servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM before further flight. (ii) If there is any corrosion or visible lack of cadmium plate on the piston rod in areas that are not considered Critical Areas as shown in Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB, rework the piston rod by removing any surface corrosion that has not penetrated into the base material by lightly buffing. Clean the part using acetone and a nylon bristle brush to remove any residue. Comply with paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(6) of this AD. Within 1,200 hours time-in-service (TIS) or 1 year, whichever occurs first, replace the servo actuator with servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM. (iii) If there is any corrosion that is red or orange in color, magnetic particle inspect the piston rod for a crack. (A) If there is a crack, replace the servo actuator with servo actuator, P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM before further flight. (B) If there is no crack, comply with paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(6) of this AD. Within 2,400 hours TIS or 2 years, whichever occurs first, replace the servo actuator with servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM. (iv) If there is no corrosion, visible lack of cadmium plate, or damage to the piston rod, comply with paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(6) of this AD. Within 3,000 hours TIS or 4 years, whichever occurs first, replace the servo actuator with servo actuator P/N 222-382-001-111 or P/N 222-382-001-111FM. (5) Inspect the portion of the piston rod for any absence of cadmium plating (bare base metal), as shown in Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB. If there is any bare base metal on the piston rod in this area, apply brush cadmium plating to all bare and reworked areas using SPS5070 or equivalent 0.0002 to 0.0005 inch thick and rework the piston rod by following the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph C., Part III, C.1.1.1. through C.1.1.3., of the Woodward ASB. (6) Reassemble the servo actuator by following the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph C, Part III, 1.1.4. through 3.3.4. of the Woodward ASB. (g) Credit for Actions Previously Completed Compliance with the Woodward ASB or with AD 2010-19-51 (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010) before the effective date of this AD is considered acceptable for compliance with the corresponding inspections specified in paragraph (f) of this AD. If you replaced the piston rod pursuant to the Woodward ASB or paragraph (d)(1) or (d)(3) of AD 2010-19-51, apply the requirements of paragraph (f)(4)(iv) of this AD. (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Safety Management Group, FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Send your proposal to: Matt Wilbanks, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy Group, Rotorcraft Directorate, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222- 5110; email [email protected]. (2) For operations conducted under a 14 CFR part 119 operating certificate or under 14 CFR part 91, subpart K, we suggest that you notify your principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office or certificate holding district office, before operating any aircraft complying with this AD through an AMOC. (i) Additional Information (1) Bell Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. 222-11-111 for Model 222 and 222B helicopters, ASB No. 222U-11-82 for Model 222U helicopters, ASB No. 230-11-43 for Model 230 helicopters, and ASB No. 430-11-46 for Model 430 helicopters, all Revision A and all dated June 22, 2012, which are not incorporated by reference, contain additional information about the subject of this AD. For service information identified in this AD, contact Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited, 12,800 Rue de l'Avenir, Mirabel, Quebec J7J1R4; telephone (450) 437-2862 or (800) 363-8023; fax (450) 433- 0272; or at http://www.bellcustomer.com/files/. You may review a copy of the service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. (2) The subject of this AD is addressed in the Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) AD No. CF-2010-29R1, dated July 26, 2012. You may view the TCCA AD on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov in Docket No. FAA-2013-0734. (j) Subject Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 6730, Rotorcraft Servo System. (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. (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 December 9, 2010 (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010). (i) Woodward HRT Alert Service Bulletin No. 141600-67-02, dated August 18, 2010. (ii) Reserved. (4) For Woodward HRT service information identified in this AD, contact Bell Helicopter Textron Canada Limited, 12,800 Rue de l'Avenir, Mirabel, Quebec J7J1R4; telephone (450) 437-2862 or (800) 363-8023; fax (450) 433-0272; or at http://www.bellcustomer.com/files/. (5) You may view this service information at FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N- 321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110. (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 Fort Worth, Texas, on April 13, 2016. Scott A. Horn, Acting Manager, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-09236 Filed 4-22-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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definition of transparent at 10 CFR The Director of the Federal Register penetration of the base metal, the NPRM
431.292. When determining whether or approved the incorporation by reference proposed replacing servo actuator P/N
not a particular wall segment is of a certain document listed in this AD 222–382–001–107 with servo actuator
transparent, transparency should be as of December 9, 2010 (75 FR 71540, P/N 222–382–001–111 or P/N 222–382–
determined for the aggregate November 24, 2010). 001–111FM. Thereafter, the NPRM
performance of all the materials ADDRESSES: For service information proposed overhauling servo actuator P/
between the refrigerated volume and the identified in this final rule, contact Bell N 222–382–001–111 or P/N 222–382–
ambient environment; the composite Helicopter Textron Canada Limited, 001–111FM at intervals not to exceed 10
performance of all those materials in a 12,800 Rue de l’Avenir, Mirabel, Quebec years or 10,000 hours time-in-service
particular wall segment must meet the J7J1R4; telephone (450) 437–2862 or (TIS), whichever comes first. The NPRM
definition of transparent for that area be (800) 363–8023; fax (450) 433–0272; or was prompted by AD No. CF–2010–
treated as transparent. at http://www.bellcustomer.com/files/. 29R1, dated July 26, 2012, issued by
(ii) Determination of non-transparent You may review the referenced service TCCA, which is the aviation authority
area. Determine the total surface area information at the FAA, Office of the for Canada. TCCA AD No. CF–2010–
that is not transparent as the sum of all Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 29R1 requires an inspection of the servo
surface areas on the front side of a 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N–321, actuator and either overhauling or
beverage vending machine that are not Fort Worth, TX 76177. It is also on the replacing the piston rod with a stainless
considered part of the transparent area, Internet at http://www.regulations.gov steel piston rod. Replacement of the
as determined in accordance with by searching for and locating Docket No. piston rod extends the overhaul interval
paragraph (j)(2)(i) of this section. FAA–2013–0734. of the servo actuator to 10,000 hours TIS
or 10 years, whichever comes first.
Issued in Washington, DC, on February 9, Examining the AD Docket
2016.
TCCA AD No. CF–2010–29R1 allows
You may examine the AD docket on different compliance times for overhaul
Kathleen Hogan,
the Internet at http:// or replacement of the piston rod,
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy depending on the condition of the
Efficiency, Energy Efficiency and Renewable www.regulations.govby searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2013– piston rod when inspected.
Energy.
0734; or in person at the Docket After the NPRM was published, we
[FR Doc. 2016–09555 Filed 4–22–16; 8:45 am]
Management Facility between 9 a.m. received comments from Bell requesting
BILLING CODE 6450–01–P we mandate replacement of servo
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket actuator P/N 222–382–001–107 with
contains this AD, the Transport Canada servo actuator part number P/N 222–
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Civil Aviation (TCCA) AD, any 382–001–111 even if no pitting or
incorporated-by-reference information, penetration of the base metal is found
Federal Aviation Administration during the inspection, in accordance
the economic evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The with the replacement provisions in its
14 CFR Part 39 Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) 430–11–46,
address for the Docket Office (phone:
800–647–5527) is Document Revision A, dated June 20, 2012. In light
[Docket No. FAA–2013–0734; Directorate of those comments, we determined that
Identifier 2012–SW–080–AD; Amendment Management Facility, U.S. Department
our AD should retain all of the
39–18494; AD 2016–08–17] of Transportation, Docket Operations,
inspection requirements of AD 2010–
M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
RIN 2120–AA64 19–51 and also include compliance
Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
times specified in Revision A of the
Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Airworthiness Directives; Bell ASB for replacing servo actuator P/N
Helicopter Textron Canada Helicopters FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Matt 222–382–001–107 with servo actuator
Wilbanks, Aviation Safety Engineer, P/N 222–382–001–111 or –111FM.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Regulations and Policy Group, Therefore, we revised the proposed
Administration (FAA), DOT. Rotorcraft Directorate, FAA, 10101 actions accordingly. Because those
ACTION: Final rule. Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; changes expanded the scope of the
telephone (817) 222–5110; email original NPRM, we determined that it
SUMMARY: We are superseding matt.wilbanks@faa.gov. was necessary to reopen the comment
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2010–19– SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: period to provide additional
51 for Bell Helicopter Textron Canada opportunity for the public to comment.
(Bell) Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230, and Discussion
A supplemental notice of proposed
430 helicopters. AD 2010–19–51 On August 12, 2013, we issued a rulemaking (SNPRM) was published in
required inspecting parts of the main notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) the Federal Register on June 16, 2015
rotor hydraulic servo actuator (servo that was published in the Federal (80 FR 34332).
actuator) for certain conditions and Register on August 20, 2013 (78 FR Since the SNPRM was issued, the
replacing any unairworthy parts before 51123). The NPRM proposed to remove FAA Southwest Regional Office has
further flight. This new AD requires AD 2010–19–51, Amendment 39–16523 relocated and a group email address has
installing a servo actuator with a new (75 FR 71540, November 24, 2010) and been established for requesting an FAA
stainless steel piston rod. This AD was add a new AD for Bell Model 222, 222B, Alternative Method of Compliance for a
prompted by a collective servo actuator 222U, 230, and 430 helicopters. The helicopter of foreign design. We have
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malfunction. We are issuing this AD to NPRM proposed to require inspecting updated this information throughout
detect corrosion on a piston rod, which servo actuator part number (P/N) 222– this AD.
could result in failure of the servo 382–001–107 using a 10X or higher We have also removed the proposed
actuator and consequent loss of magnifying glass to determine whether paragraph (f)(7) from the Required
helicopter control. the piston rod has any pitting or Actions section, which would have
DATES: This AD is effective May 31, penetration of the base metal. If the required overhauling servo actuator P/N
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111FM at intervals not to exceed 10 to upgrade the servo actuator by or on the distribution of power and
years or 10,000 hours TIS, whichever replacing the piston rod and then re- responsibilities among the various
occurs first. Because replacement of identifying the servo actuator dash levels of government.
servo actuator P/N 222–382–001–107 number with ‘‘–111FM.’’ The For the reasons discussed above, I
with P/N 222–382–001–111 or –111FM compliance time for upgrading the servo certify that this AD:
corrects the unsafe condition, we have actuator varies depending on the results (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
determined that AD action for this of the inspections required by action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
overhaul requirement is not appropriate. Woodward HRT Service Bulletin (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
141600–67–02, dated August 18, 2010. DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
Comments
The Bell ASBs also provide an (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
We gave the public the opportunity to alternative inspection procedure for
participate in developing this AD, but servo actuator P/N 222–382–001–107 (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
we received no comments on the that has not reached certain hours TIS in Alaska, and
SNPRM (80 FR 34332, June 16, 2015). and where the servo actuator cannot be (4) Will not have a significant
upgraded. TCCA classified these ASBs economic impact, positive or negative,
FAA’s Determination on a substantial number of small entities
as mandatory and issued AD No. CF–
These helicopters have been approved 2010–29R1, dated July 26, 2012, to under the criteria of the Regulatory
by the aviation authority of Canada and ensure the continued airworthiness of Flexibility Act.
are approved for operation in the United these helicopters.
States. Pursuant to our bilateral List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
agreement with Canada, TCCA, its Costs of Compliance Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
technical representative, has notified us We estimate that this AD affects 146 safety, Incorporation by reference,
of the unsafe condition described in the helicopters of U.S. Registry and that Safety.
TCCA AD. We are issuing this AD labor costs average $85 a work-hour.
because we evaluated all information Adoption of the Amendment
Based on these estimates, we expect the
provided by TCCA and determined the following costs: Accordingly, under the authority
unsafe condition exists and is likely to • Inspecting a servo actuator requires delegated to me by the Administrator,
exist or develop on other helicopters of 4 work-hours per actuator for a labor the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
these same type designs and that air cost of $340. No parts are needed for a follows:
safety and the public interest require total cost of $1,020 per helicopter and
adopting the AD requirements as $148,920 for the U.S. fleet given 3 PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
proposed. actuators per helicopter. DIRECTIVES
• Replacing a servo actuator requires
Differences Between This AD and the 1. The authority citation for part 39
8 work-hours for a labor cost of $680. ■
TCCA AD continues to read as follows:
Parts cost $35,700 for a total cost of
The TCCA AD requires inspecting $36,380 per actuator. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
each servo actuator to determine the
condition of the piston rod assembly no Authority for This Rulemaking § 39.13 [Amended]
later than 5 hours upon receiving the Title 49 of the United States Code
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
original issue of its AD. This AD specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
requires inspecting each servo actuator rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
2010–19–51, Amendment 39–16523 (75
to determine the condition of the piston Section 106, describes the authority of
FR 71540, November 24, 2010), and
rod assembly before further flight. the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII,
adding the following new AD:
Aviation Programs, describes in more
Related Service Information Under 1 detail the scope of the Agency’s 2016–08–17 Bell Helicopter Textron
CFR Part 51 authority. Canada: Amendment 39–18494; Docket
We reviewed Woodward HRT Service We are issuing this rulemaking under No. FAA–2013–0734; Directorate
Bulletin 141600–67–02, dated August the authority described in Subtitle VII, Identifier 2012–SW–080–AD.
18, 2010, which provides instructions Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, (a) Applicability
for disassembling the servo actuator and ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that This AD applies to Bell Helicopter Textron
for cleaning and inspecting the piston section, Congress charges the FAA with Canada (Bell) Model 222, 222B, 222U, 230,
rod and nut. This service information is promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in and 430 helicopters, with a main rotor
reasonably available because the air commerce by prescribing regulations hydraulic servo actuator (servo actuator) part
interested parties have access to it for practices, methods, and procedures number (P/N) 222–382–001–107 installed,
through their normal course of business the Administrator finds necessary for certificated in any category.
or by the means identified in the safety in air commerce. This regulation (b) Unsafe Condition
ADDRESSES section. is within the scope of that authority This AD defines the unsafe condition as
because it addresses an unsafe condition corrosion or a nonconforming grind relief on
Other Related Service Information
that is likely to exist or develop on the output piston rod assembly (piston rod).
We also reviewed Bell ASB 222–11– products identified in this rulemaking This condition could lead to failure of the
111 for Model 222 and 222B helicopters, action. piston rod, failure of the servo actuator, and
ASB 222U–11–82 for Model 222U subsequent loss of helicopter control.
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helicopters, ASB 230–11–43 for Model Regulatory Findings
(c) Affected ADs
230 helicopters, and ASB 430–11–46 for We have determined that this AD will
Model 430 helicopters, all Revision A not have federalism implications under This AD supersedes AD 2010–19–51,
Amendment 39–16523 (75 FR 71540,
and all dated June 22, 2012. The ASBs Executive Order 13132. This AD will November 24, 2010).
contain, and require compliance with, not have a substantial direct effect on
Woodward HRT Service Bulletin the States, on the relationship between (d) Effective Date
141600–67–03, dated February 14, 2012, the national government and the States, This AD becomes effective May 31, 2016.
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(e) Compliance actuator with servo actuator P/N 222–382– (j) Subject
You are responsible for performing each 001–111 or P/N 222–382–001–111FM. Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC)
action required by this AD within the (5) Inspect the portion of the piston rod for Code: 6730, Rotorcraft Servo System.
specified compliance time unless it has any absence of cadmium plating (bare base
already been accomplished prior to that time. metal), as shown in Figure 7 of the (k) Material Incorporated by Reference
Woodward ASB. If there is any bare base (1) The Director of the Federal Register
(f) Required Actions metal on the piston rod in this area, apply approved the incorporation by reference
Before further flight: brush cadmium plating to all bare and (IBR) of the service information listed in this
(1) Disassemble each servo actuator to gain reworked areas using SPS5070 or equivalent paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
access to the piston rod as shown in Figures 0.0002 to 0.0005 inch thick and rework the part 51.
1 through 5 and by following the piston rod by following the Accomplishment (2) You must use this service information
Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph Instructions, paragraph C., Part III, C.1.1.1. as applicable to do the actions required by
3.A., Part I., of Woodward HRT Alert Service through C.1.1.3., of the Woodward ASB. this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
Bulletin No. 141600–67–02, dated August 18, (6) Reassemble the servo actuator by (3) The following service information was
2010 (Woodward ASB). following the Accomplishment Instructions, approved for IBR on December 9, 2010 (75 FR
(2) Clean the entire piston rod and nut paragraph C, Part III, 1.1.4. through 3.3.4. of
71540, November 24, 2010).
using acetone and a nylon bristle brush the Woodward ASB.
(i) Woodward HRT Alert Service Bulletin
removing all contaminates to allow for (g) Credit for Actions Previously Completed No. 141600–67–02, dated August 18, 2010.
inspection. Inspect the grind relief (ii) Reserved.
configuration for the piston rod and nut as Compliance with the Woodward ASB or
with AD 2010–19–51 (75 FR 71540, (4) For Woodward HRT service information
shown in Figure 6 of the Woodward ASB. If identified in this AD, contact Bell Helicopter
the grind relief is unacceptable as shown in November 24, 2010) before the effective date
of this AD is considered acceptable for Textron Canada Limited, 12,800 Rue de
Figure 6, replace the piston rod and the nut l’Avenir, Mirabel, Quebec J7J1R4; telephone
with airworthy parts. compliance with the corresponding
inspections specified in paragraph (f) of this (450) 437–2862 or (800) 363–8023; fax (450)
(3) Using a 10X or higher magnifying glass, 433–0272; or at http://
visually inspect the nut for any corrosion or AD. If you replaced the piston rod pursuant
to the Woodward ASB or paragraph (d)(1) or www.bellcustomer.com/files/.
any damage to the threads. If you find any (5) You may view this service information
corrosion or any damage to the threads, (d)(3) of AD 2010–19–51, apply the
requirements of paragraph (f)(4)(iv) of this at FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel,
replace the nut with an airworthy nut. Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy.,
(4) Using a 10X or higher magnifying glass, AD.
Room 6N–321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For
visually inspect the piston rod as shown in (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance information on the availability of this
Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB for any (AMOCs) material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110.
corrosion, visible lack of cadmium plate (6) You may view this service information
(1) The Manager, Safety Management
(gold or gray color), or damage to the piston that is incorporated by reference at the
Group, FAA, may approve AMOCs for this
rod. For the purposes of this AD, damage to National Archives and Records
AD. Send your proposal to: Matt Wilbanks,
the piston rod is defined as pitting, a visible Administration (NARA). For information on
Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and
scratch, a crack, or a visible abrasion. the availability of this material at NARA, call
Policy Group, Rotorcraft Directorate, FAA,
(i) If there is any corrosion or visible lack (202) 741–6030, or go to: http://
10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX
of cadmium plate or any damage to the www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
76177; telephone (817) 222–5110; email 9–
piston rod in the Critical Areas as shown in locations.html.
ASW-FTW-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB, replace the
(2) For operations conducted under a 14 Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on April 13,
servo actuator with servo actuator P/N 222–
CFR part 119 operating certificate or under 2016.
382–001–111 or P/N 222–382–001–111FM
14 CFR part 91, subpart K, we suggest that
before further flight. you notify your principal inspector, or Scott A. Horn,
(ii) If there is any corrosion or visible lack lacking a principal inspector, the manager of Acting Manager, Rotorcraft Directorate,
of cadmium plate on the piston rod in areas the local flight standards district office or Aircraft Certification Service.
that are not considered Critical Areas as certificate holding district office, before [FR Doc. 2016–09236 Filed 4–22–16; 8:45 am]
shown in Figure 7 of the Woodward ASB, operating any aircraft complying with this
rework the piston rod by removing any BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
AD through an AMOC.
surface corrosion that has not penetrated into
the base material by lightly buffing. Clean the (i) Additional Information
part using acetone and a nylon bristle brush (1) Bell Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
to remove any residue. Comply with 222–11–111 for Model 222 and 222B
paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(6) of this AD. helicopters, ASB No. 222U–11–82 for Model Federal Aviation Administration
Within 1,200 hours time-in-service (TIS) or 1 222U helicopters, ASB No. 230–11–43 for
year, whichever occurs first, replace the Model 230 helicopters, and ASB No. 430–11– 14 CFR Part 39
servo actuator with servo actuator P/N 222– 46 for Model 430 helicopters, all Revision A
382–001–111 or P/N 222–382–001–111FM. and all dated June 22, 2012, which are not [Docket No. FAA–2016–0183; Directorate
(iii) If there is any corrosion that is red or incorporated by reference, contain additional Identifier 2015–SW–016–AD;Amendment
orange in color, magnetic particle inspect the information about the subject of this AD. For 39–18498; AD 2016–08–21]
piston rod for a crack. service information identified in this AD, RIN 2120–AA64
(A) If there is a crack, replace the servo contact Bell Helicopter Textron Canada
actuator with servo actuator, P/N 222–382– Limited, 12,800 Rue de l’Avenir, Mirabel, Airworthiness Directives; Kaman
001–111 or P/N 222–382–001–111FM before Quebec J7J1R4; telephone (450) 437–2862 or Aerospace Corporation
further flight. (800) 363–8023; fax (450) 433–0272; or at
(B) If there is no crack, comply with http://www.bellcustomer.com/files/. You may AGENCY: Federal Aviation
paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(6) of this AD. review a copy of the service information at Administration (FAA), DOT.
Within 2,400 hours TIS or 2 years, whichever the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel,
ACTION: Final rule.
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occurs first, replace the servo actuator with Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy.,
servo actuator P/N 222–382–001–111 or P/N Room 6N–321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
222–382–001–111FM. (2) The subject of this AD is addressed in
(iv) If there is no corrosion, visible lack of the Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA)
airworthiness directive (AD) for Kaman
cadmium plate, or damage to the piston rod, AD No. CF–2010–29R1, dated July 26, 2012. Aerospace Corporation (Kaman) Model
comply with paragraphs (f)(5) through (f)(6) You may view the TCCA AD on the Internet K–1200 helicopters. This AD requires
of this AD. Within 3,000 hours TIS or 4 years, at http://www.regulations.gov in Docket No. revising the ‘‘Flight Limitations—NO
whichever occurs first, replace the servo FAA–2013–0734. LOAD’’ and ‘‘Flight Limitations—
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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 31, 2016. | |
| Contact | Matt Wilbanks, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy Group, Rotorcraft Directorate, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222-5110; email [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 24010 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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