81 FR 29119 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 91 (May 11, 2016)
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 91 (Wednesday, May 11, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 29119-29123] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-10931] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-0247; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-178-AD; Amendment 39-18513; AD 2016-10-02] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 series airplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 800 series engines. This AD was prompted by reports of heat damage to the strut aft fairing heat shield primary seal, as well as heat and wear damage to the heat shield insulation blankets. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracks and heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone barrier), for wear to the heat shield primary seal, and, as applicable, for heat and wear damage to heat shield insulation blankets; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also provides optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks and heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone barrier), wear to the heat shield primary seal, and heat and wear damage to heat shield insulation blankets, which could lead to through-cracks in the aft fairing lower web structure and heating of the aft fairing lower web structure, and consequent uncontrolled fire in the aft fairing, fuel tank ignition or possible departure of the engine. DATES: This AD is effective June 15, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of June 15, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, [[Page 29120]] P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone: 206-544- 5000, extension 1; fax: 206-766-5680; Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this 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 https://www.regulations.gov by searching and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 0247. 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- 0247; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647- 5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kevin Nguyen, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6501; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 series airplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 800 series engines. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on March 12, 2015 (80 FR 12954) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of heat damage to the strut aft fairing heat shield primary seal, as well as heat and wear damage to the heat shield insulation blankets. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections for cracks and heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone barrier), for wear to the heat shield primary seal, and, as applicable, for heat and wear damage to heat shield insulation blankets; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. The NPRM also provided optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks and heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone barrier), wear to the heat shield primary seal, and heat and wear damage to heat shield insulation blankets, which could lead to through-cracks in the aft fairing lower web structure and heating of the aft fairing lower web structure, and consequent uncontrolled fire in the aft fairing, fuel tank ignition or possible departure of the engine. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Marc Philippi stated that he supports the NPRM. Request To Clarify Precipitating Event and Unsafe Condition Boeing requested that we revise the SUMMARY and parts of the Discussion section of the NPRM to clarify that we received reports of heat damage to the strut aft fairing heat shield primary seal as well as heat and wear damage to the heat shield insulation blankets. Boeing also requested that we revise the SUMMARY of the NPRM and paragraph (e) of the proposed AD to clarify that the unsafe condition could lead to through-cracks in the aft fairing lower web structure and heating of the aft fairing lower web structure. Boeing further requested that we revise the Discussion section of the NPRM to indicate that the design of the strut aft fairing #1 heat shield (a titanium pan casting) and #1 heat shield insulation blanket allows hot turbulent gas from the exhaust nozzle to cause wear and degradation of the front face of the #1 insulation blanket, enter the heat shield cavity (the space or cavity between the heat shields and insulation blankets), and contact the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure. Boeing additionally pointed out that continuous exposure to hot turbulent gas further damages the primary seal and #1 insulation blanket, increasing the temperature in the heat shield cavity, and causes damage to the insulation blankets and lower web structure. We agree that the requested changes provide clarity about the unsafe condition and consistency to the entire AD, and have revised the SUMMARY of this final rule and paragraph (e) of this AD accordingly. However, the requested revisions to the Discussion section of the NPRM are not included since certain paragraphs of the Discussion section of NPRMs are not restated in final rules. Request To Remove References to the Lower Spar Web Structure as a Firewall Boeing requested that we remove references to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structures as a firewall from the preamble of the NPRM and paragraph (e) of the proposed AD. Boeing indicated that the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure acts as a flammable fluid zone barrier, not a firewall. Boeing pointed out that a fire zone is defined as a region where flammable fluid and/or vapor leakage can occur where there is an ignition source present. Boeing also pointed out that a flammable fluid leakage zone is defined as an area in which flammable fluid and/or vapor leakage can occur, but where no ignition sources are present, and that since there are no ignition sources present in the strut aft fairing cavity, The Boeing Company 777 strut fire protection document defines the strut aft fairing cavity as a flammable fluid leakage zone. We agree with the commenter, and have revised the preamble of this final rule and paragraph (e) of this AD accordingly. Request To Include Information Notice in the Final Rule Air New Zealand (ANZ) requested that we revise paragraph (h) of the proposed AD to include reference to Boeing Information Notice 777-54- 0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015. ANZ pointed out that Boeing Information Notice 777-54-0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015, includes a statement to clarify part interchangeability and part intermixability. ANZ also pointed out that Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, does not include the statement to clarify part interchangeability and part intermixability and that the modification included in the optional terminating action could therefore potentially be removed by installing older design parts as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. ANZ noted that Boeing Information Notice 777-54-0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015, is not approved by the FAA or any other regulatory authority. We acknowledge that Boeing Information Notice 777-54-0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015, contains the updated part interchangeability and part intermixability restriction statement for certain parts (such as insulation blankets). Boeing has issued Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54- 0030, Revision [[Page 29121]] 1, dated September 30, 2015, which contains the information specified in Boeing Information Notice 777-54-0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015. Once an airplane has been modified as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, or Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015 (optional terminating action of installing redesigned or newer insulation blankets, and other associated parts), and the operator has shown compliance with paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, the modification cannot be removed without requesting approval of an Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC). Any change to install the older design parts would invalidate the terminating action accomplished as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, or Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54- 0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015. Therefore, we have revised paragraph (h)(1) of this AD to refer to Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015, and provided credit for actions accomplished using Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. ANZ stated that they believe the AMOC statement in the impending Airworthiness Notice should include Boeing Information Notice 777-54- 0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015. We infer that ANZ is requesting an AMOC for that information notice. We disagree with giving AMOC approval for Boeing Information Notice 777-54-0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015, because we are requiring Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015, that already includes the information contained in Boeing Information Notice 777-54-0030 IN 01, dated April 7, 2015. Request for Revised Service Information and Credit ANZ requested that we revise paragraph (j) of the proposed AD to include credit for actions accomplished as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014. ANZ pointed out that they have accomplished the actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of the proposed AD, on multiple 777-200 airplanes in their fleet, as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014. ANZ also stated that they believe that credit for accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of the proposed AD, as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, should be added to paragraph (j) of the proposed AD. We agree with the request to include actions accomplished as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, in paragraph (j) of this AD. Therefore, as stated previously, we have revised this final rule to provide credit for actions accomplished using Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, dated May 27, 2014, in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. Request To Correct a Typographical Error Boeing requested that we correct a typographical error by inserting missing dollar signs in the Cost of Compliance column of the On- Condition Costs table. We agree and have revised this final rule to include the missing information. Clarification of Actions Boeing issued Information Notice 777-54A0031 IN 01, dated September 24, 2015, to clarify access information when removing and installing pan casting number 6. Information Notice 777-54A0031 IN 01, dated September 24, 2015, specifies that when removing pan casting number 6 in FIGURE 9 and FIGURE 10 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014, it is acceptable to remove and keep the bracket attached to the drain lines or remove the P-clamps for access. We refer to Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014, as the appropriate source of service information for accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD. Note 12 in Paragraph 3.A., ``General Information,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, dated June 7, 2013; and Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014; contains statements informing and permitting removal of more parts for access when necessary. Also, operators may have been performing these same or similar access steps when removing pan casting number 6. Thus, the clarification in the information notice is neither new nor additional work. Further, this clarification of access information is already included in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015, which is the appropriate source of service information for accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. Therefore, we have determined it is not necessary to include reference to Information Notice 777-54A0031 IN 01, dated September 24, 2015, in the regulatory text of this AD. Clarification of Credit Although the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, dated June 7, 2013, correctly show all nine insulation blankets for doing the actions, paragraph 2., ``Material Information'' only lists eight insulation blankets and is missing part number 313W5421-29. Therefore, we have clarified paragraph (j)(1) of this AD to specify that credit for previous actions are acceptable, provided that insulation blanket part number 313W5421-29 is inspected and reinstalled, or replaced with a new insulation blanket; as applicable, as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, dated June 7, 2013. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following service information: Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015. The service information describes procedures for repetitive inspections for heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone barrier) and heat shield primary seal, and heat and wear damage to heat shield insulation blankets; and related investigative and corrective actions. 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 57 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: [[Page 29122]] Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections.................... 40 work-hours x $85 per $0 $3,400 per $193,800 per hour = $3,400 per inspection cycle. inspection cycle inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the required inspection. We have no way of determining the number of airplanes that might need these replacements: On-condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Heat shield primary seal replacement..... 10 work-hours x $85 per hour = $850.. $1,940 $2,790 Cracked or damaged parts replacement..... 110 work-hours x $85 per hour = $52,992 $62,342 $9,350. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings 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 adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2016-10-02 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18513; Docket No. FAA- 2015-0247; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-178-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective June 15, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 series airplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 800 series engines, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 54, Nacelles/ Pylons. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of heat damage to the strut aft fairing heat shield primary seal, as well as heat and wear damage to the heat shield insulation blankets. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks and heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone barrier), wear to the heat shield primary seal, and heat and wear damage to heat shield insulation blankets, which could lead to through-cracks in the aft fairing lower web structure and heating of the aft fairing lower web structure, and consequent uncontrolled fire in the aft fairing, fuel tank ignition or possible departure of the engine. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD: Do the inspections specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspections specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD at the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. (1) Do a detailed inspection for cracks and heat damage of the aft fairing lower spar upper surface. (2) Do a conductivity inspection for heat damage of the aft fairing lower spar upper surface. (3) Do a detailed inspection for wear of the heat shield primary seal. [[Page 29123]] (h) Optional Terminating Action The concurrent accomplishment of the actions specified in paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (1) Replacement of all heat shield insulation blankets (rub strips, heat shield pan casting, Velcro strips, aft fairing web drain sump, drain screen, and drain tubes, as applicable) in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015. (2) A one-time detailed inspection for cracks and heat damage of the aft fairing lower spar upper surface, conductivity inspection for heat damage of the aft fairing lower spar upper surface, and detailed inspection for wear of heat shield primary seal, and all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014, provided all applicable related investigative and corrective actions are done before further flight. (i) Exception to Service Information Specifications Where Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014, specifies a compliance time ``After the Original Issue Date of this Service Bulletin,'' this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. (j) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (h)(2) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, dated June 7, 2013, provided that insulation blanket part number 313W5421-29 is inspected and reinstalled, or replaced with a new insulation blanket, as applicable, as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, dated June 7, 2013. This service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54- 0030, dated May 27, 2014. This service information is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (l) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Kevin Nguyen, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6501; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD. (m) 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. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-54-0030, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015. (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone: 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax: 206-766-5680; Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 28, 2016. Dionne Palermo, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-10931 Filed 5-10-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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VIII. Property Report for Statement of Protection.
Record—§ 1010.100(b) PART 1012—SPECIAL RULES OF [FR Doc. 2016–10715 Filed 5–10–16; 8:45 am]
PRACTICE (REGULATION L) BILLING CODE 4810–AM–P
Property Report
Heading and Section Number ■ 24. The authority citation for part
Cover Sheet .............................. 1010.105 1012 continues to read as follows: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Table of Contents ..................... 1010.106
Risks of Buying Land .............. 1010.107 Authority: 12 U.S.C. 5512, 5581; 15 U.S.C.
Federal Aviation Administration
General Information ................ 1010.108 1718.
Title and Land Use .................. 1010.109
■ 25. Section 1012.35 is revised to read 14 CFR Part 39
(a) General Instructions
(b) Method of Sale as follows: [Docket No. FAA–2015–0247; Directorate
(c) Encumbrances, Mortgages and Liens Identifier 2014–NM–178–AD; Amendment
§ 1012.35 Prefiling assistance. 39–18513; AD 2016–10–02]
(d) Recording the Contract and Deed
(e) Payments Persons intending to file with the RIN 2120–AA64
(f) Restrictions Bureau of Consumer Financial
(g) Plats, Zoning, Surveying, Permits, Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Environment
Protection, Office of Supervision
Examinations may receive advice of a Company Airplanes
Roads ........................................ 1010.110 general nature as to the preparation of AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Utilities .................................... 1010.111 the filing including information as to Administration (FAA), DOT.
(a) Water proper format to be used and the scope
ACTION: Final rule.
(b) Sewer of the items to be included in the
(c) Electricity format. Inquiries and requests for SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
(d) Telephone informal discussions with staff members airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
(e) Fuel or other Energy Source should be directed to the Consumer The Boeing Company Model 777–200
Financial Protection Bureau, Interstate and –300 series airplanes equipped with
Financial Information .............. 1010.112 Land Sales Registration Program, 1700 G Rolls-Royce Trent 800 series engines.
Local Services .......................... 1010.113 This AD was prompted by reports of
Recreational Facilities ............. 1010.114 Street NW., Washington, DC 20552.
Subdivision Characteristics
heat damage to the strut aft fairing heat
■ 26. Section 1012.40 is amended by shield primary seal, as well as heat and
and Climate .......................... 1010.115 revising paragraph (a) introductory text wear damage to the heat shield
(a) General Topography to read as follows: insulation blankets. This AD requires
(b) Water Coverage
(c) Drainage and Fill § 1012.40 Processing of filings.
repetitive inspections for cracks and
(d) Flood Plain heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower
(e) Flooding and Soil Erosion (a) Statements of Record and spar web structure (a flammable fluid
(f) Nuisances accompanying filing fees will be zone barrier), for wear to the heat shield
(g) Hazards received on behalf of the Director by the primary seal, and, as applicable, for heat
(h) Climate Office of Supervision Examinations, for and wear damage to heat shield
(i) Occupancy determination of whether the criteria set insulation blankets; and related
forth in paragraphs (a)(1) through (3) of investigative and corrective actions if
Additional Information ........... 1010.116 necessary. This AD also provides
this section have been satisfied. Where
(a) Property Owners’ Association it appears that all three criteria are optional terminating action for the
(b) Taxes repetitive inspections. We are issuing
satisfied and it is otherwise practicable,
(c) Violations and Litigation this AD to detect and correct cracks and
(d) Resale or Exchange Program acceleration of the effectiveness of the
Statement of Record will normally be heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower
(e) Unusual Situations
1. Leases granted. spar web structure (a flammable fluid
2. Foreign Subdivision zone barrier), wear to the heat shield
* * * * * primary seal, and heat and wear damage
3. Time Sharing
4. Membership ■ 27. Section 1012.236 is amended by to heat shield insulation blankets,
(f) Equal Opportunity in Lot Sales revising paragraph (b) to read as follows: which could lead to through-cracks in
(g) Listing of lots the aft fairing lower web structure and
§ 1012.236 Notice of proceedings to heating of the aft fairing lower web
Cost Sheet ................................ 1010.117 withdraw a State’s certification. structure, and consequent uncontrolled
Receipt, Agent Certification * * * * * fire in the aft fairing, fuel tank ignition
and Cancellation Page ......... 1010.118
(b) A clear and concise statement of or possible departure of the engine.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND DATES: This AD is effective June 15,
material facts, sufficient to inform the
DOCUMENTATION
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General Information ................ 1010.208 of the basis for the Director’s The Director of the Federal Register
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Title and Land Use .................. 1010.209 approved the incorporation by reference
Roads ........................................ 1010.210
determination, pursuant to § 1010.505,
that the State’s laws, regulations and the of certain publications listed in this AD
Utilities .................................... 1010.211 as of June 15, 2016.
Financial Information .............. 1010.212 administration thereof, taken as a
Recreational Facilities ............. 1010.214 whole, no longer meet the requirements ADDRESSES: For service information
Subdivision Characteristics .... 1010.215 of subpart C of part 1010. identified in this final rule, contact
Additional Information ........... 1010.216 Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
Affirmation .............................. 1010.219
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ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspections .. 40 work-hours × $85 per hour = $3,400 per inspec- $0 $3,400 per inspection $193,800 per inspection
tion cycle. cycle. cycle
We estimate the following costs to do be required based on the results of the determining the number of airplanes
any necessary replacements that would required inspection. We have no way of that might need these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per prod-
Action Labor cost Parts cost uct
Heat shield primary seal replacement ...... 10 work-hours × $85 per hour = $850 ............................................. $1,940 $2,790
Cracked or damaged parts replacement .. 110 work-hours × $85 per hour = $9,350 ........................................ $52,992 $62,342
According to the manufacturer, some (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (d) Subject
of the costs of this AD may be covered DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Air Transport Association (ATA) of
under warranty, thereby reducing the (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), America Code 54, Nacelles/Pylons.
cost impact on affected individuals. We (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (e) Unsafe Condition
do not control warranty coverage for in Alaska, and
This AD was prompted by reports of heat
affected individuals. As a result, we (4) Will not have a significant
damage to the strut aft fairing heat shield
have included all costs in our cost economic impact, positive or negative, primary seal, as well as heat and wear
estimate. on a substantial number of small entities damage to the heat shield insulation
under the criteria of the Regulatory blankets. We are issuing this AD to detect
Authority for This Rulemaking Flexibility Act. and correct cracks and heat damage to the
Title 49 of the United States Code strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 flammable fluid zone barrier), wear to the
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue heat shield primary seal, and heat and wear
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference, damage to heat shield insulation blankets,
section 106, describes the authority of which could lead to through-cracks in the aft
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Safety. fairing lower web structure and heating of the
Aviation Programs, describes in more Adoption of the Amendment aft fairing lower web structure, and
detail the scope of the Agency’s consequent uncontrolled fire in the aft
authority. Accordingly, under the authority fairing, fuel tank ignition or possible
delegated to me by the Administrator, departure of the engine.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (f) Compliance
follows:
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Comply with this AD within the
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS compliance times specified, unless already
section, Congress charges the FAA with DIRECTIVES done.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (g) Repetitive Inspections
air commerce by prescribing regulations ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 At the applicable time specified in
for practices, methods, and procedures continues to read as follows: paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
the Administrator finds necessary for Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Service Bulletin 777–54A0031, Revision 1,
safety in air commerce. This regulation dated May 9, 2014, except as required by
is within the scope of that authority § 39.13 [Amended] paragraph (i) of this AD: Do the inspections
because it addresses an unsafe condition ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and
that is likely to exist or develop on (g)(3) of this AD, and do all applicable related
the following new airworthiness investigative and corrective actions, in
products identified in this rulemaking directive (AD): accordance with the Accomplishment
action. Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–
2016–10–02 The Boeing Company:
Regulatory Findings Amendment 39–18513; Docket No. 54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. Do
FAA–2015–0247; Directorate Identifier all applicable related investigative and
This AD will not have federalism 2014–NM–178–AD. corrective actions before further flight.
implications under Executive Order Repeat the inspections specified in
(a) Effective Date paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD
13132. This AD will not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on This AD is effective June 15, 2016. at the applicable time specified in paragraph
1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Service
the relationship between the national (b) Affected ADs Bulletin 777–54A0031, Revision 1, dated
government and the States, or on the None. May 9, 2014.
distribution of power and
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(1) Do a detailed inspection for cracks and
responsibilities among the various (c) Applicability heat damage of the aft fairing lower spar
levels of government. This AD applies to The Boeing Company upper surface.
For the reasons discussed above, I Model 777–200 and –300 series airplanes (2) Do a conductivity inspection for heat
equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 800 series damage of the aft fairing lower spar upper
certify that this AD: engines, certificated in any category, as surface.
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777– (3) Do a detailed inspection for wear of the
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, 54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. heat shield primary seal.
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(h) Optional Terminating Action or lacking a principal inspector, the manager DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
The concurrent accomplishment of the of the local flight standards district office/
actions specified in paragraphs (h)(1) and certificate holding district office. Federal Aviation Administration
(h)(2) of this AD terminates the requirements (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
of paragraph (g) of this AD. level of safety may be used for any repair 14 CFR Part 39
(1) Replacement of all heat shield required by this AD if it is approved by the
insulation blankets (rub strips, heat shield [Docket No. FAA–2016–4256; Directorate
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization
pan casting, Velcro strips, aft fairing web Identifier 2016–CE–002–AD; Amendment
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has 39–18512; AD 2016–10–01]
drain sump, drain screen, and drain tubes, as
applicable) in accordance with the been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair RIN 2120–AA64
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
Service Bulletin 777–54–0030, Revision 1, method to be approved, the repair must meet
dated September 30, 2015. the certification basis of the airplane, and the Airworthiness Directives; M7
(2) A one-time detailed inspection for approval must specifically refer to this AD. Aerospace LLC Airplanes
cracks and heat damage of the aft fairing
(l) Related Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation
lower spar upper surface, conductivity
inspection for heat damage of the aft fairing Administration (FAA), DOT.
(1) For more information about this AD,
lower spar upper surface, and detailed contact Kevin Nguyen, Aerospace Engineer, ACTION: Final rule.
inspection for wear of heat shield primary Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, Seattle
seal, and all applicable related investigative SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
and corrective actions, in accordance with airworthiness directive (AD) for all M7
the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6501; fax: 425–
Aerospace LLC Models SA226–AT,
Service Bulletin 777–54A0031, Revision 1, 917–6590; email: kevin.nguyen@faa.gov.
SA226–T, SA226–T(B), SA226–TC,
dated May 9, 2014, provided all applicable (2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
SA227–AC (C–26A), SA227–AT,
related investigative and corrective actions
are done before further flight. available at the addresses specified in
SA227–BC (C–26A), SA227–CC, SA227–
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.
DC (C–26B), and SA227–TT airplanes.
(i) Exception to Service Information We received reports of failed elevator
Specifications (m) Material Incorporated by Reference control rod ends due to corrosion and
Where Boeing Service Bulletin 777– (1) The Director of the Federal Register lack of lubrication. This AD requires
54A0031, Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014, initial and repetitive inspections and
approved the incorporation by reference
specifies a compliance time ‘‘After the lubrication of the elevator control rod
Original Issue Date of this Service Bulletin,’’ (IBR) of the service information listed in this
this AD requires compliance within the paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR ends and bearings with replacement as
specified compliance time after the effective part 51. necessary. We are issuing this AD to
date of this AD. (2) You must use this service information correct the unsafe condition on these
as applicable to do the actions required by products.
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. DATES: This AD is effective June 15,
(1) This paragraph provides credit for the (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–54A0031,
actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), 2016.
Revision 1, dated May 9, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register
(g)(3), and (h)(2) of this AD, if those actions
were performed before the effective date of (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–54–0030, approved the incorporation by reference
this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin Revision 1, dated September 30, 2015. of certain publications listed in this AD
777–54A0031, dated June 7, 2013, provided (3) For Boeing service information
as of June 15, 2016.
that insulation blanket part number identified in this AD, contact Boeing
313W5421–29 is inspected and reinstalled, or ADDRESSES: For service information
Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data &
replaced with a new insulation blanket, as Services Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC identified in this final rule, contact M7
applicable, as specified in the 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone: Aerospace LLC, 10823 NE Entrance
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert 206–544–5000, extension 1; fax: 206–766– Road, San Antonio, Texas 78216; phone:
Service Bulletin 777–54A0031, dated June 7, 5680; Internet: https:// (210) 824–9421; fax: (210) 804–7766;
2013. This service information is not Internet: http://www.elbitsystems-
www.myboeingfleet.com.
incorporated by reference in this AD. us.com; email: MetroTech@
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the (4) You may view this service information
at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 M7Aerospace.com. You may view this
actions specified in paragraph (h)(1) of this
AD, if those actions were performed before Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For referenced service information at the
the effective date of this AD using Boeing information on the availability of this FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901
Service Bulletin 777–54–0030, dated May 27, material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106.
2014. This service information is not (5) You may view this service information For information on the availability of
incorporated by reference in this AD. that is incorporated by reference at the this material at the FAA, call 816–329–
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance National Archives and Records 4148. It is also available on the Internet
(AMOCs) Administration (NARA). For information on at http://www.regulations.gov by
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft the availability of this material at NARA, call searching for and locating Docket No.
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// FAA–2016–4256.
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
Examining the AD Docket
requested using the procedures found in 14 locations.html.
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, You may examine the AD docket on
Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 28,
send your request to your principal inspector the Internet at http://
or local Flight Standards District Office, as 2016.
www.regulations.gov by searching for
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appropriate. If sending information directly Dionne Palermo, and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the Acting Manager, Transport Airplane 4256; or in person at the Docket
attention of the person identified in Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. Information may
Management Facility between 9 a.m.
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- [FR Doc. 2016–10931 Filed 5–10–16; 8:45 am] and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Requests@faa.gov. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P except Federal holidays. The AD docket
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, contains this AD, the regulatory
notify your appropriate principal inspector, evaluation, any comments received, and
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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 June 15, 2016. | |
| Contact | Kevin Nguyen, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6501; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 29119 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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