81 FR 24459 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 80 (April 26, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 80 (April 26, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-08951 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 80 (Tuesday, April 26, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 24459-24462] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-08951] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-6547; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-129-AD; Amendment 39-18490; AD 2016-08-14] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-03-14 for all Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340- 200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. AD 2014-03-14 required removing bulb-type maintenance lights; installing a drain mast on certain airplanes; and installing muffs on connecting bleed elements on certain airplanes. For certain Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes, this new AD also requires replacing certain insulation sleeves with new insulation sleeves. This AD results from fuel system reviews conducted by the airplane manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to prevent ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective May 31, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 31, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of March 26, 2014 (79 FR 9382, February 19, 2014). ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 6547. 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- 6547; 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 (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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2014-03-14, Amendment 39-17752 (79 FR 9382, February 19, 2014) (``AD 2014-03-14''). AD 2014-03-14 applied to all Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200, - 300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 11, 2015 (80 FR 76875) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by fuel system reviews conducted by the airplane manufacturer. The NPRM proposed to continue to require removing bulb- type maintenance lights; installing a drain mast on certain airplanes; and installing muffs on connecting bleed elements on certain airplanes. The NPRM also proposed to require, for certain Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes, replacing certain insulation sleeves with new insulation sleeves. We are issuing this AD to prevent ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0148, dated June 13, 2014 (referred to after this the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. The MCAI states: [Subsequent to accidents involving Fuel Tank Systems in flight and on ground] * * *, the FAA published Special Federal Aviation Regulation (SFAR) 88 [(66 FR 23086, May 7, 2001)], and the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) published Interim Policy INT/POL/25/12. In response to these regulations, a global design review conducted by Airbus on the A330 and A340 type design Section 19, which is a flammable fluid leakage zone and a zone adjacent to a fuel tank, highlighted potential deviations. The specific identified cases were that in-flight fuel drainage is insufficient on A340-500/ -600 aeroplanes, maintenance lights are not qualified explosion- proof, and hot surfaces may exist on bleed systems during normal/ failure operations. [[Page 24460]] This condition, if not corrected, in combination with a fuel leak generating flammable vapours in the area, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the aeroplane. To address this unsafe condition, Airbus developed various modifications of the aeroplane, to be embodied in service. Consequently, EASA issued AD 2013-0033 [http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2013-0033_superseded.pdf/AD_2013-0033_1, which corresponds to FAA AD 2014-03-14, Amendment 39-17752 (79 FR 9382, February 19, 2014)] to require removal of bulb type maintenance lights for all aeroplanes, installation of a drain mast between Frame (FR) 80 and FR83 for A340-500/-600 aeroplanes, and installation of muffs on connecting bleed elements to minimize hot surfaces on A330 and A340-200/-300 aeroplanes. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, it was reported that, for A340- 200/-300 aeroplanes, accomplishment instructions in the applicable Airbus Service Bulletins (SB) for aeroplanes in Configurations 002 and 005 were detailed in Configuration 003 and, conversely, accomplishment instructions for aeroplane[s] in Configuration 003 were detailed in Configurations 002 and 005. This can lead to incorrect installation of some insulation sleeves on the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Air Bleed Ducts between Frame 83 and 84 for configurations 002, 003 and 005 as per Airbus SB A340-36-4035 at original issue. Prompted by this finding, Airbus revised the affected SB with additional work required for aeroplanes included in configurations 002, 003 and 005 that were modified using the original issue of the SB. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2013-0033, which is superseded, incorporates reference to the corrected Airbus SB A340-36-4035 Revision 01 and requires the additional work as specified in Airbus SB A340-36-4035 Revision 01 for aeroplanes already modified per the original SB A340-36-4035. The additional work is replacing the insulation sleeves between FR83 and FR84 with new insulation sleeves. 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-2015-6547. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Change Made To This Final Rule: Updated Service Information Airbus has issued Service Bulletin A330-36-3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015. The additional work specified in this service information is minimal and consists of modifying the routing of a harness. This additional work is not required for airplanes on which the actions previously required by paragraph (h) of AD 2014-03-14 have been done before the effective date of this AD. Paragraph (h) of this AD retains the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2014-03-14. We have revised paragraph (h)(1) of this AD to specify Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36- 3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015, as an appropriate source of service information. Conclusion We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the change described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these 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 Airbus has issued the following service bulletins. Airbus Service Bulletin A330-33-3041, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013, which describes procedures for removing bulb-type maintenance lights. Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3037, Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated April 7, 2014, which describes procedures for modifying the bleed leak detection loop of the auxiliary power unit (APU). Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015, which describes procedures for bleed leak detection loop modification of the APU. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-33-4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013, which describes procedures for removing bulb-type maintenance lights. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4033, Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated May 19, 2014, which describes procedures for bleed leak detection loop modification of the APU. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, including Appendix 01, dated September 18, 2012, which describes procedures for installing muffs on connecting bleed elements on certain airplanes. 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. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 43 Model A330 series airplanes of U.S. registry. There are no Model A340 airplanes registered in the U.S. The actions required by AD 2014-03-14, and retained in this AD take about 21 work-hours per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Required parts cost about $5,219 per product. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that were required by AD 2014-03-14 is $7,004 per product. We also estimate that it will take about 6 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $279 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $33,927, or $789 per product. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this 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 [[Page 24461]] 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) 2014-03-14, Amendment 39-17752 (79 FR 9382, February 19, 2014), and adding the following new AD: 2016-08-14 Airbus: Amendment 39-18490. Docket No. FAA-2015-6547; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-129-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 31, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2014-03-14, Amendment 39-17752 (79 FR 9382, February 19, 2014) (``AD 2014-03-14''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes, certificated in any category, specified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, - 303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, -313, -541, and -642 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 26, Fire protection; 33, Lights; 36, Pneumatic; 53, Fuselage. (e) Reason This AD results from fuel system reviews conducted by the airplane manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to prevent ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Maintenance Light Removal, With New Service Information This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2014-03-14, with new service information. Except for airplanes on which Airbus Modification 56739 has been incorporated in production: Within 26 months after March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14), remove the maintenance lights, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD. (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-33-3041, Revision 01, dated July 10, 2012; or Airbus Service Bulletin A330-33-3041, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013 (for Model A330 series airplanes). As of the effective date of this AD, use only Airbus Service Bulletin A330-33-3041, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013, for the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD. (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-33-4026, Revision 01, dated July 10, 2012; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-33-4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013 (for Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes). As of the effective date of this AD, use only Airbus Service Bulletin A340-33-4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013, for the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD. (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-33-5006, dated January 3, 2012 (for Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes). Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: For Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes, Airbus has issued Airbus Service Bulletin A340-33- 5007 to introduce halogen-type lights, which are qualified as explosion-proof, and that can be installed (at operators' discretion) after removal of the non-explosion-proof lights required by paragraph (g) of this AD. For Model A330 series airplanes and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes, Airbus has issued Airbus Service Bulletins A330-33-3042 and A340-33-4027 for the installation of similar lights. (h) Retained Insulation Muff Installation, With New Service Information This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2014-03-14, with new service information. For Model A330-200 and - 300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes, except those airplanes on which Airbus Modification 52260 has been incorporated in production: Within 26 months after March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14), install insulation muffs on the connecting auxiliary power unit (APU) bleed air duct, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD. (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3038, dated January 16, 2012; or Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015; for Model A330 series airplanes on which Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3032 has been incorporated. As of the effective date of this AD, use only Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36- 3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015. (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-36-3040, Revision 01, dated November 26, 2012, for Model A330 series airplanes on which Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3032 has not been incorporated. (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, Revision 01, dated September 24, 2013, for Model A340 series airplanes. (i) Retained Alternative Action to Paragraph (h) of This AD, With New Service Information This paragraph restates the alternative action specified in paragraph (i) of AD 2014-03-14, with new service information. For Model A330 series airplanes on which the modification specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3032 has not been incorporated, and for Model A340 series airplanes: Doing the bleed leak detection loop modification of the APU, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD, is an acceptable alternative to the actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, provided the modification is accomplished within 26 months after March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14). (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3037, Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated April 7, 2014. (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4033, Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated May 19, 2014. (j) Retained Drain Mast Installation, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (j) of AD 2014-03-14, with no changes. For Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes, except those on which Airbus Modification 54636 or 54637 has been incorporated in production: Within 26 months after March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14), install a drain mast between frame (FR) 80 and FR83, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-53-5031, Revision 02, dated August 3, 2011. (k) New Requirement of This AD: Replacement of Certain Insulation Sleeves For Model A340 series airplanes in configurations 002, 003, and 005, as described in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, including Appendix 01, dated September 18, 2012, that have been modified before the effective date of this AD as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, including Appendix 01, dated September 18, 2012: Within 14 months after the effective date of this AD, replace the insulation sleeves between FR83 and FR84 with new insulation sleeves, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, Revision 01, dated September 24, 2013. (l) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A330-33- [[Page 24462]] 3041, dated January 3, 2012; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-33- 4026, dated January 3, 2012; as applicable. This service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3040, dated September 18, 2012. This service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (3) For Model A340 series airplanes in configurations 001 and 004, as described in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, including Appendix 01, dated September 18, 2012: This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, including Appendix 01, dated September 18, 2012. (4) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (j) of this AD, if those actions were performed before March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-5031, dated July 31, 2006; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-5031, Revision 01, dated January 10, 2008; as applicable. This service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (m) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (i) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (ii) AMOCs approved previously for paragraphs (g) and (h) of AD 2014-03-14 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of this AD, for any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0148, dated June 13, 2014, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-6547. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (o)(5) and (o)(6) 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 this AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on May 31, 2016. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-33-3041, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3037, Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated April 7, 2014. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-36-3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015. (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-33-4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013. (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4033, Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated May 19, 2014. (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, including Appendix 01, dated September 18, 2012. (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on March 26, 2014 79 FR 9382, February 19, 2014). (i) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-33-3041, Revision 01, dated July 10, 2012. (ii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-36-3040, Revision 01, dated November 26, 2012. (iii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-33-4026, Revision 01, dated July 10, 2012. (iv) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-33-5006, dated January 3, 2012. (v) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-36-4035, Revision 01, dated September 24, 2013. (vi) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-53-5031, Revision 02, dated August 3, 2011. (5) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. (6) 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. (7) 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 April 8, 2016. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-08951 Filed 4-25-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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avocados, grapefruit, kiwifruit, olives, removing bulb-type maintenance lights; Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
oranges, prune variety plums (fresh installing a drain mast on certain 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
prunes), and table grapes, exempt from airplanes; and installing muffs on 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1138;
grade, size, quality, and maturity
requirements.
connecting bleed elements on certain fax 425–227–1149.
airplanes. For certain Model A340–200 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(a) * * * and –300 series airplanes, this new AD
(1) Avocados, grapefruit, kiwifruit, also requires replacing certain Discussion
olives, oranges, prune variety plums insulation sleeves with new insulation
(fresh prunes) and table grapes for We issued a notice of proposed
sleeves. This AD results from fuel
consumption by charitable institutions rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
system reviews conducted by the
or distribution by relief agencies; part 39 to supersede AD 2014–03–14,
airplane manufacturer. We are issuing
* * * * * Amendment 39–17752 (79 FR 9382,
this AD to prevent ignition sources
February 19, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–03–14’’).
■ 5. In § 944.503, revise paragraphs (d) inside fuel tanks, which, in combination
AD 2014–03–14 applied to all Airbus
and (e) to read as follows: with flammable fuel vapors, could result
Model A330–200 and –300 series
in fuel tank explosions and consequent
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loss of the airplane.
4. –500, and –600 series airplanes. The
DATES: This AD is effective May 31, NPRM published in the Federal
* * * * * 2016.
(d) Any lot or portion thereof which Register on December 11, 2015 (80 FR
The Director of the Federal Register 76875) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM was
fails to meet the import requirements, approved the incorporation by reference
and is not being imported for purposes prompted by fuel system reviews
of certain publications listed in this AD conducted by the airplane
of processing or donation to charitable as of May 31, 2016.
organizations, prior to or after manufacturer. The NPRM proposed to
The Director of the Federal Register continue to require removing bulb-type
reconditioning may be exported or approved the incorporation by reference
disposed of under the supervision of the maintenance lights; installing a drain
of certain other publications listed in mast on certain airplanes; and installing
Federal or Federal-State Inspection this AD as of March 26, 2014 (79 FR
Service with the costs of certifying the muffs on connecting bleed elements on
9382, February 19, 2014). certain airplanes. The NPRM also
disposal of said lot borne by the
ADDRESSES: For service information proposed to require, for certain Model
importer.
identified in this final rule, contact A340–200 and –300 series airplanes,
(e) The grade, size, quality, and
Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office— replacing certain insulation sleeves with
maturity requirements of this section
EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, new insulation sleeves. We are issuing
shall not be applicable to grapes
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone this AD to prevent ignition sources
imported for processing or donation to
+33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 inside fuel tanks, which, in combination
charitable organizations, but shall be
80; email airworthiness.A330-A340@ with flammable fuel vapors, could result
subject to the safeguard provisions
airbus.com; Internet http:// in fuel tank explosions and consequent
contained in § 944.350.
www.airbus.com. You may view this loss of the airplane.
Dated: April 20, 2016. referenced service information at the
Elanor Starmer,
The European Aviation Safety Agency
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
Administrator, Agricultural Marketing 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA.
Service.
for the Member States of the European
For information on the availability of
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
[FR Doc. 2016–09620 Filed 4–25–16; 8:45 am] this material at the FAA, call 425–227–
Directive 2014–0148, dated June 13,
BILLING CODE 6410–02–P 1221. It is also available on the Internet
2014 (referred to after this the
at http://www.regulations.gov by
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
searching for and locating Docket No.
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FAA–2015–6547.
an unsafe condition for all Airbus
Examining the AD Docket Model A330–200 and –300 series
Federal Aviation Administration
You may examine the AD docket on airplanes, and Model A340–200, –300,
the Internet at http:// –500, and –600 series airplanes. The
14 CFR Part 39
www.regulations.gov by searching for MCAI states:
[Docket No. FAA–2015–6547; Directorate
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– [Subsequent to accidents involving Fuel
Identifier 2014–NM–129–AD; Amendment Tank Systems in flight and on ground] * * *,
39–18490; AD 2016–08–14] 6547; or in person at the Docket
Management Facility between 9 a.m. the FAA published Special Federal Aviation
RIN 2120–AA64 and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Regulation (SFAR) 88 [(66 FR 23086, May 7,
2001)], and the Joint Aviation Authorities
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus (JAA) published Interim Policy INT/POL/25/
contains this AD, the regulatory 12.
Airplanes evaluation, any comments received, and In response to these regulations, a global
AGENCY: Federal Aviation other information. The address for the design review conducted by Airbus on the
Administration (FAA), Department of Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527) A330 and A340 type design Section 19,
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Transportation (DOT). is Docket Management Facility, U.S. which is a flammable fluid leakage zone and
Department of Transportation, Docket a zone adjacent to a fuel tank, highlighted
ACTION: Final rule. potential deviations. The specific identified
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 cases were that in-flight fuel drainage is
SUMMARY: We are superseding insufficient on A340–500/–600 aeroplanes,
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–03– New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
maintenance lights are not qualified
14 for all Airbus Model A330–200 and DC 20590. explosion-proof, and hot surfaces may exist
–300 series airplanes, and Model A340– FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: on bleed systems during normal/failure
200, –300, –500, and –600 series Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, operations.
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This condition, if not corrected, in a harness. This additional work is not Costs of Compliance
combination with a fuel leak generating required for airplanes on which the
flammable vapours in the area, could result We estimate that this AD affects 43
actions previously required by Model A330 series airplanes of U.S.
in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss paragraph (h) of AD 2014–03–14 have
of the aeroplane. registry. There are no Model A340
To address this unsafe condition, Airbus
been done before the effective date of airplanes registered in the U.S.
developed various modifications of the this AD. Paragraph (h) of this AD retains The actions required by AD 2014–03–
aeroplane, to be embodied in service. the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 14, and retained in this AD take about
Consequently, EASA issued AD 2013–0033 2014–03–14. We have revised paragraph 21 work-hours per product, at an
[http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_ (h)(1) of this AD to specify Airbus average labor rate of $85 per work-hour.
2013-0033_superseded.pdf/AD_2013-0033_1, Service Bulletin A330–36–3038,
which corresponds to FAA AD 2014–03–14,
Required parts cost about $5,219 per
Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015, as an product. Based on these figures, the
Amendment 39–17752 (79 FR 9382, February appropriate source of service
19, 2014)] to require removal of bulb type estimated cost of the actions that were
information. required by AD 2014–03–14 is $7,004
maintenance lights for all aeroplanes,
installation of a drain mast between Frame Conclusion per product.
(FR) 80 and FR83 for A340–500/–600 We also estimate that it will take
aeroplanes, and installation of muffs on We reviewed the available data and about 6 work-hours per product to
connecting bleed elements to minimize hot determined that air safety and the comply with the basic requirements of
surfaces on A330 and A340–200/–300 public interest require adopting this AD this AD. The average labor rate is $85
aeroplanes. with the change described previously
Since that [EASA] AD was issued, it was
per work-hour. Required parts will cost
and minor editorial changes. We have about $279 per product. Based on these
reported that, for A340–200/–300 aeroplanes, determined that these changes:
accomplishment instructions in the figures, we estimate the cost of this AD
applicable Airbus Service Bulletins (SB) for • Are consistent with the intent that on U.S. operators to be $33,927, or $789
aeroplanes in Configurations 002 and 005 was proposed in the NPRM for per product.
were detailed in Configuration 003 and, correcting the unsafe condition; and
conversely, accomplishment instructions for • Do not add any additional burden Authority for This Rulemaking
aeroplane[s] in Configuration 003 were upon the public than was already Title 49 of the United States Code
detailed in Configurations 002 and 005. This proposed in the NPRM. specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
can lead to incorrect installation of some rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
insulation sleeves on the Auxiliary Power Related Service Information Under 1
Unit (APU) Air Bleed Ducts between Frame
section 106, describes the authority of
CFR Part 51
83 and 84 for configurations 002, 003 and the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
005 as per Airbus SB A340–36–4035 at Airbus has issued the following Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
original issue. Prompted by this finding, service bulletins. detail the scope of the Agency’s
Airbus revised the affected SB with • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–33– authority.
additional work required for aeroplanes 3041, Revision 02, dated November 7, We are issuing this rulemaking under
included in configurations 002, 003 and 005 2013, which describes procedures for the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
that were modified using the original issue of Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
removing bulb-type maintenance lights.
the SB. General requirements.’’ Under that
For the reasons described above, this • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–
[EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA 3037, Revision 02, including Appendix section, Congress charges the FAA with
AD 2013–0033, which is superseded, 01, dated April 7, 2014, which describes promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
incorporates reference to the corrected procedures for modifying the bleed leak air commerce by prescribing regulations
Airbus SB A340–36–4035 Revision 01 and detection loop of the auxiliary power for practices, methods, and procedures
requires the additional work as specified in unit (APU). the Administrator finds necessary for
Airbus SB A340–36–4035 Revision 01 for safety in air commerce. This regulation
aeroplanes already modified per the original • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–
3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015, is within the scope of that authority
SB A340–36–4035. because it addresses an unsafe condition
which describes procedures for bleed
The additional work is replacing the leak detection loop modification of the that is likely to exist or develop on
insulation sleeves between FR83 and APU. products identified in this rulemaking
FR84 with new insulation sleeves. You action.
• Airbus Service Bulletin A340–33–
may examine the MCAI in the AD 4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, Regulatory Findings
docket on the Internet at http:// 2013, which describes procedures for
www.regulations.gov by searching for We determined that this AD will not
removing bulb-type maintenance lights. have federalism implications under
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
6547. • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36– Executive Order 13132. This AD will
4033, Revision 02, including Appendix not have a substantial direct effect on
Comments 01, dated May 19, 2014, which describes the States, on the relationship between
We gave the public the opportunity to procedures for bleed leak detection loop the national government and the States,
participate in developing this AD. We modification of the APU. or on the distribution of power and
received no comments on the NPRM or • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36– responsibilities among the various
on the determination of the cost to the 4035, including Appendix 01, dated levels of government.
public. September 18, 2012, which describes For the reasons discussed above, I
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procedures for installing muffs on certify that this AD:
Change Made To This Final Rule: connecting bleed elements on certain 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
Updated Service Information airplanes. action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
Airbus has issued Service Bulletin This service information is reasonably 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
A330–36–3038, Revision 01, dated May available because the interested parties DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
11, 2015. The additional work specified have access to it through their normal (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
in this service information is minimal course of business or by the means 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
and consists of modifying the routing of identified in the ADDRESSES section. Alaska; and
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4. Will not have a significant (g) Retained Maintenance Light Removal, (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
economic impact, positive or negative, With New Service Information A330–36–3040, Revision 01, dated November
on a substantial number of small entities This paragraph restates the requirements of 26, 2012, for Model A330 series airplanes on
paragraph (g) of AD 2014–03–14, with new which Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–
under the criteria of the Regulatory 3032 has not been incorporated.
Flexibility Act. service information. Except for airplanes on
which Airbus Modification 56739 has been (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 incorporated in production: Within 26 A340–36–4035, Revision 01, dated
months after March 26, 2014 (the effective September 24, 2013, for Model A340 series
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation date of AD 2014–03–14), remove the airplanes.
safety, Incorporation by reference, maintenance lights, in accordance with the (i) Retained Alternative Action to Paragraph
Safety. Accomplishment Instructions of the (h) of This AD, With New Service
applicable Airbus service information Information
Adoption of the Amendment specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and
(g)(3) of this AD. This paragraph restates the alternative
Accordingly, under the authority (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin action specified in paragraph (i) of AD 2014–
delegated to me by the Administrator, A330–33–3041, Revision 01, dated July 10, 03–14, with new service information. For
2012; or Airbus Service Bulletin A330–33– Model A330 series airplanes on which the
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as modification specified in Airbus Service
follows: 3041, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013
(for Model A330 series airplanes). As of the Bulletin A330–36–3032 has not been
effective date of this AD, use only Airbus incorporated, and for Model A340 series
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS airplanes: Doing the bleed leak detection
DIRECTIVES Service Bulletin A330–33–3041, Revision 02,
dated November 7, 2013, for the actions loop modification of the APU, in accordance
required by paragraph (g) of this AD. with the Accomplishment Instructions of the
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin applicable Airbus service information
continues to read as follows: A340–33–4026, Revision 01, dated July 10, specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this
2012; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–33– AD, is an acceptable alternative to the actions
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. required by paragraph (h) of this AD,
4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013
(for Model A340–200 and –300 series provided the modification is accomplished
§ 39.13 [Amended] within 26 months after March 26, 2014 (the
airplanes). As of the effective date of this AD,
use only Airbus Service Bulletin A340–33– effective date of AD 2014–03–14).
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–3037,
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013,
for the actions required by paragraph (g) of Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated
2014–03–14, Amendment 39–17752 (79 April 7, 2014.
this AD.
FR 9382, February 19, 2014), and adding (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–4033,
the following new AD: A340–33–5006, dated January 3, 2012 (for Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated
Model A340–500 and –600 series airplanes). May 19, 2014.
2016–08–14 Airbus: Amendment 39–18490.
Docket No. FAA–2015–6547; Directorate Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: For (j) Retained Drain Mast Installation, With No
Identifier 2014–NM–129–AD. Model A340–500 and –600 series airplanes, Changes
Airbus has issued Airbus Service Bulletin This paragraph restates the requirements of
(a) Effective Date A340–33–5007 to introduce halogen-type paragraph (j) of AD 2014–03–14, with no
This AD is effective May 31, 2016. lights, which are qualified as explosion- changes. For Model A340–500 and –600
proof, and that can be installed (at operators’ series airplanes, except those on which
(b) Affected ADs discretion) after removal of the non- Airbus Modification 54636 or 54637 has been
This AD replaces AD 2014–03–14, explosion-proof lights required by paragraph incorporated in production: Within 26
Amendment 39–17752 (79 FR 9382, February (g) of this AD. For Model A330 series months after March 26, 2014 (the effective
19, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–03–14’’). airplanes and Model A340–200 and –300 date of AD 2014–03–14), install a drain mast
series airplanes, Airbus has issued Airbus between frame (FR) 80 and FR83, in
(c) Applicability Service Bulletins A330–33–3042 and A340– accordance with the Accomplishment
This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes, 33–4027 for the installation of similar lights. Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service
certificated in any category, specified in Bulletin A340–53–5031, Revision 02, dated
paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, all (h) Retained Insulation Muff Installation,
August 3, 2011.
manufacturer serial numbers. With New Service Information
(1) Airbus Model A330–201, –202, –203, This paragraph restates the requirements of (k) New Requirement of This AD:
–223, –243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322, paragraph (h) of AD 2014–03–14, with new Replacement of Certain Insulation Sleeves
–323, –341, –342, and –343 airplanes. service information. For Model A330–200 For Model A340 series airplanes in
(2) Airbus Model A340–211, –212, –213, and –300 series airplanes, and Model A340– configurations 002, 003, and 005, as
–311, –312, –313, –541, and –642 airplanes. 200 and –300 series airplanes, except those described in Airbus Service Bulletin A340–
airplanes on which Airbus Modification 36–4035, including Appendix 01, dated
(d) Subject 52260 has been incorporated in production: September 18, 2012, that have been modified
Air Transport Association (ATA) of Within 26 months after March 26, 2014 (the before the effective date of this AD as
America Code 26, Fire protection; 33, Lights; effective date of AD 2014–03–14), install specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A340–
36, Pneumatic; 53, Fuselage. insulation muffs on the connecting auxiliary 36–4035, including Appendix 01, dated
power unit (APU) bleed air duct, in September 18, 2012: Within 14 months after
(e) Reason
accordance with the Accomplishment the effective date of this AD, replace the
This AD results from fuel system reviews Instructions of the applicable Airbus service insulation sleeves between FR83 and FR84
conducted by the airplane manufacturer. We information specified in paragraphs (h)(1), with new insulation sleeves, in accordance
are issuing this AD to prevent ignition (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD. with the Accomplishment Instructions of
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sources inside fuel tanks, which, in (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–3038, Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–4035,
combination with flammable fuel vapors, dated January 16, 2012; or Airbus Service Revision 01, dated September 24, 2013.
could result in fuel tank explosions and Bulletin A330–36–3038, Revision 01, dated
consequent loss of the airplane. May 11, 2015; for Model A330 series (l) Credit for Previous Actions
airplanes on which Airbus Service Bulletin (1) This paragraph provides credit for
(f) Compliance A330–36–3032 has been incorporated. As of actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
Comply with this AD within the the effective date of this AD, use only Airbus if those actions were performed before March
compliance times specified, unless already Service Bulletin A330–36–3038, Revision 01, 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03–
done. dated May 11, 2015. 14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A330–33–
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3041, dated January 3, 2012; or Airbus Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by (vi) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
Service Bulletin A340–33–4026, dated the DOA, the approval must include the A340–53–5031, Revision 02, dated August 3,
January 3, 2012; as applicable. This service DOA-authorized signature. 2011.
information is not incorporated by reference (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any (5) For service information identified in
in this AD. service information contains procedures or this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness
(2) This paragraph provides credit for tests that are identified as RC, those Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, procedures and tests must be done to comply 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33
if those actions were performed before March with this AD; any procedures or tests that are 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email
26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03– not identified as RC are recommended. Those airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com;
14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36– procedures and tests that are not identified Internet http://www.airbus.com.
3040, dated September 18, 2012. This service as RC may be deviated from using accepted (6) You may view this service information
information is not incorporated by reference methods in accordance with the operator’s at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
in this AD. maintenance or inspection program without 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
(3) For Model A340 series airplanes in obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided information on the availability of this
configurations 001 and 004, as described in the procedures and tests identified as RC can material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–4035, be done and the airplane can be put back in (7) You may view this service information
including Appendix 01, dated September 18, an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or that is incorporated by reference at the
2012: This paragraph provides credit for changes to procedures or tests identified as National Archives and Records
actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, RC require approval of an AMOC. Administration (NARA). For information on
if those actions were performed before the (n) Related Information the availability of this material at NARA, call
effective date of this AD using Airbus Service 202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.
Bulletin A340–36–4035, including Appendix (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
01, dated September 18, 2012. Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2014–0148, dated Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 8,
(4) This paragraph provides credit for
June 13, 2014, for related information. This 2016.
actions required by paragraph (j) of this AD,
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Michael Kaszycki,
if those actions were performed before March
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03–
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53– Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
2015–6547.
5031, dated July 31, 2006; or Airbus Service [FR Doc. 2016–08951 Filed 4–25–16; 8:45 am]
(2) Service information identified in this
Bulletin A340–53–5031, Revision 01, dated
AD that is not incorporated by reference is BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
January 10, 2008; as applicable. This service
available at the addresses specified in
information is not incorporated by reference
paragraphs (o)(5) and (o)(6) of this AD.
in this AD.
(o) Material Incorporated by Reference DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions
(1) The Director of the Federal Register Federal Aviation Administration
The following provisions also apply to this approved the incorporation by reference
AD: (IBR) of the service information listed in this
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
14 CFR Part 39
(AMOCs): The Manager, International part 51. [Docket No. FAA–2015–7532; Directorate
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane (2) You must use this service information Identifier 2015–NM–069–AD; Amendment
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to as applicable to do the actions required by 39–18477; AD 2016–08–01]
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (3) The following service information was RIN 2120–AA64
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your approved for IBR on May 31, 2016.
request to your principal inspector or local (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–33–3041, Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
Flight Standards District Office, as Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013. Aviation
appropriate. If sending information directly (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–3037,
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, April 7, 2014. Administration (FAA), Department of
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36– Transportation (DOT).
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind 3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015. ACTION: Final rule.
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–33–
telephone 425–227–1138; fax 425–227–1149. 4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–4033,
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov.
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, May 19, 2014.
notify your appropriate principal inspector, (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–
airplanes. This AD was prompted by
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 4035, including Appendix 01, dated reports of multiple cases of ram air
of the local flight standards district office/ September 18, 2012. turbine (RAT) blade damage. This AD
certificate holding district office. The AMOC (4) The following service information was requires deployment of the RAT,
approval letter must specifically reference approved for IBR on March 26, 2014 79 FR replacement of the RAT placard with a
this AD. 9382, February 19, 2014). new RAT placard, and re-identification
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for (i) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin of the RAT. We are issuing this AD to
paragraphs (g) and (h) of AD 2014–03–14 are A330–33–3041, Revision 01, dated July 10,
approved as AMOCs for the corresponding
prevent blade damage to the RAT,
2012.
provisions of paragraphs (g) and (h) of this (ii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
which could prevent RAT deployment
AD. A330–36–3040, Revision 01, dated November in flight during an emergency, possibly
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(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the 26, 2012. resulting in reduced control of the
effective date of this AD, for any requirement (iii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin airplane.
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from A340–33–4026, Revision 01, dated July 10, DATES: This AD is effective May 31,
a manufacturer, the action must be 2012.
accomplished using a method approved by (iv) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin 2016.
the Manager, International Branch, ANM– A340–33–5006, dated January 3, 2012. The Director of the Federal Register
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or (v) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin approved the incorporation by reference
the European Aviation Safety Agency A340–36–4035, Revision 01, dated of a certain publication listed in this AD
(EASA); or Airbus’s EASA Design September 24, 2013. as of May 31, 2016.
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| 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 | Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 24459 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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