81 FR 34867 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 105 (June 1, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 105 (June 1, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-12443 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 105 (Wednesday, June 1, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 34867-34871] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-12443] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-1273; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-194-AD; Amendment 39-18530; AD 2016-11-03] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 34868]] SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. This AD requires changing the main fuel tank water scavenge system, center fuel tank fuel scavenge system, and certain electrical panels; doing related investigative actions; doing corrective actions if necessary; and, for certain airplanes, changing the fuel scavenge system to give redundant control of the center override/jettison fuel pumps and main jettison fuel pumps. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. DATES: This AD is effective July 6, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 6, 2016. ADDRESSES: For Boeing service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. For GE Aviation service information identified in this final rule, contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; telephone 513-552-3272; email: [email protected]; Internet http://www.geaviation.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- 1273. 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- 1273; 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: Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6438; 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 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 14, 2015 (80 FR 27601) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. The NPRM proposed to require changing the main fuel tank water scavenge system, center fuel tank fuel scavenge system, and certain electrical panels; related investigative actions; and doing corrective actions if necessary; and, for certain airplanes, changing the fuel scavenge system to give redundant control of the center override/jettison fuel pumps and main jettison fuel pumps. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. 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. Request To Withdraw the NPRM Lufthansa Cargo AG stated that the unsafe condition addressed in the NPRM is not a safety concern and that mandating Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014, is not justified. Lufthansa Cargo AG stated that the main fuel tanks must be fully loaded with fuel when a mission flight requires fuel in the center tank. Lufthansa Cargo AG explained that if the fuel scavenge system fails to scavenge the remaining fuel in the center tank, the fuel in the main tanks is still available, and therefore there is no safety concern. We infer that the commenter requests we withdraw the NPRM. We do not agree with the commenter's request. The failure of fuel scavenging means that up to 2,700 pounds of fuel that is required by mission planning would not be available if needed. The actions required by this AD are necessary in order to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Requests To Remove Modification Requirement Boeing, Aerologic GmbH, and British Airways (BAC) requested that we remove the modification required by paragraph (g) of the proposed AD, but instead mandate installation of airplane information management system (AIMS) 2 software V14 or later to address the unsafe condition. Aerologic GmbH and BAC stated that the unsafe condition can be mitigated by incorporation of AIMS 2 software Vl4 or later, which provides an engine indicating and crew alerting system (EICAS) advisory message to alert the flightcrew of the status of the scavenge system and the possibility of unusable trapped fuel. Boeing stated that the trapped fuel quantity is well below reserve fuel requirements and that the flightcrew can take appropriate actions to avoid a fuel exhaustion condition. We do not agree with the commenters' request. We worked with Boeing extensively on this issue in order to define a reliable automated solution, appropriate to address the severity of this safety issue. While Boeing may disagree, we have determined that relying solely on AIMS 2 software V14 or later is not sufficient to address the identified unsafe condition under all flight conditions. The approach in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, yields a higher confidence of fully mitigating the safety issue since a robust automated software solution (i.e., installing electrical load management system 2 (ELMS 2) software) removes the potential for human error to undermine the safety mitigation. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Delay AD Issuance Boeing requested that we delay issuance of the final rule until the modified scavenge system is certified on Model 777 airplanes equipped with an auxiliary fuel tank. Boeing stated that this will allow this final rule to require the accomplishment of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078 on all applicable airplanes and avoid the need for multiple ADs on the same subject. We infer the commenter is requesting that we delay issuance of the final rule until a revision of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078 is available for [[Page 34869]] reference in the final rule. We do not agree with the commenter's request. We do not have a definitive date when the modified scavenge system will be certified on Model 777 airplanes equipped with an auxiliary fuel tank and the related service bulletin revision will be available. To delay this action would be inappropriate, since we have determined that an unsafe condition exists. We have also determined that it is not warranted to delay this final rule in order to avoid issuance of multiple ADs on the same subject. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Requests To Incorporate New Service Information and Provide Credit Boeing, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Delta Airlines (DAL), Emirates Airline, FedEx Express, and United Airlines (UAL) requested that we revise the NPRM to incorporate Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. Boeing requested that we provide credit for prior actions done using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014. We agree with the commenters' requests. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, provides revised instructions and top-kits to accomplish the modification. No new work is required by this revision. We have revised paragraphs (c), (g), (h)(1), (h)(2), and (i) of this AD to refer to Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. We have added new paragraph (j)(2) of this AD to provide credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this final rule using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014. We have redesignated paragraph (j) of the proposed AD as paragraph (j)(1) in this AD. Request To Revise Compliance Time Boeing requested that we remove the wording ``prior to'' in paragraph (h)(2) of the proposed AD, which would require actions to be done concurrently with the actions specified in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. We agree with the commenter's request. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, specifies concurrent, not prior, accomplishment of the service information specified in paragraph (h) of this AD. We have revised paragraph (h) of this AD accordingly, which does not expand the requirements of this AD. Requests To Incorporate Boeing Information Notice (IN) for New Service Bulletin, for Part Substitution, and for Error Resolution ANA, DAL, Emirates Airline, FedEx, and UAL requested that we include in the NPRM the information specified in Boeing IN 777-28-0078 IN 02. FedEx also requested that we include in the NPRM the information specified in Boeing IN 777-28-0078 IN 03. ANA and Emirates Airline requested that a new Boeing Service Bulletin (Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078) be mandated if possible. The commenters stated that Boeing IN 777-28-0078 IN 02 clarifies the instructions in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28- 0078, and also indicates that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078 will be revised to incorporate those clarifications. ANA requested that a cable assembly with a different lock wire length (part number BACC13AT3K()) be allowed for use in place of part number BACCI3AT3Kl2 for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. ANA also identified an error in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014, regarding the position of the connector D11007P. We do not agree with the commenters' requests. We have determined that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, is adequate to correct the identified unsafe condition, and the errors will not affect compliance with this AD. The information notices (IN) are issued to provide clarity and are not required to accomplish the required actions. We are working with Boeing to include the IN information and part number substitution and other corrections in Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078. Under the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD, once Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078 is issued, we will consider requests to approve it as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) with this AD. In addition, AMOCs for part number substitutions can also be requested through the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Address an Integer Overflow Error An anonymous commenter stated that Model 777 airplanes have an integer overflow error when being operated over a certain number of days. The commenter stated that we should require the computer to be reset before any of the overflow errors happen during flight. We do not agree with the commenter's request. This issue does not appear related to the identified unsafe condition that is the subject of this final rule. However, we will investigate this situation to make sure that the issue stated by the commenter does not exist or is addressed in a proper manner. We have not changed this final rule in this regard. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:[Agr]re 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 Boeing has issued the following service information. Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010. This service information describes procedures for installing new P301 and P302 panels, changing the wiring, and performing bonding resistance measurements. Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. This service information describes procedures for installing new P301 and P302 panels, changing the wiring, and performing bonding resistance measurements. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. This service information describes procedures for doing mechanical changes to the main fuel tank water scavenge system and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system; doing wiring changes between the P105, P110 and P301 panels, and between the P200, P205, P210 and P302 panels; doing wiring changes in the P105 panel; installing new electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software; and doing functional testing. GE Aviation has issued the following service information. GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, Revision 1, dated [[Page 34870]] August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for doing wiring changes in the P110 panel. GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for doing wiring changes in the P210 panel. 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 55 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fuel system modification.............. 200 work-hours x $85 per $68,535 $85,535 $4,704,425 hour = $17,000. P110 and P210 panel modification...... 2 work-hours x $85 per 0 170 9,350 hour =$170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. 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): 2016-11-03 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18530; Docket No. FAA- 2015-1273; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-194-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective July 6, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, - 300, -300ER, and -777F series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Fuel Scavenge System Changes, Wiring Changes, and Software Changes For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for Group 10 airplanes on which the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0060; or Work Package 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0062, have not been accomplished: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, do the applicable actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(6) of this AD; and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28- 0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. (1) Do applicable mechanical changes to the main fuel tank water scavenge system and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system. (2) Install relays and related equipment on the P301 and P302 panels in the main equipment center. (3) Do applicable wiring changes between the P105, P110, and P301 panels, and between the P200, P205, P210, and P302 panels. (4) Do wiring changes in the P105 panel. (5) Install new electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software. (6) Do a functional test consisting of operational tests, a leak test, system tests, and a fuel scavenge system functional test. If any of the tests fail, before further flight accomplish corrective actions and repeat the test and applicable corrective actions until the test is passed. (h) Concurrent Actions (1) For Groups 13 through 16 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention [[Page 34871]] Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, concurrently with accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, install a new P301 panel on the left side of the airplane, install a new P302 panel on the right side of the airplane, and change the wiring; or perform bonding resistance measurements and rework the airplane installations; as applicable; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010; or Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. (2) For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for Group 10 airplanes on which the actions described in Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0060; or Work Package 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0062, have not been accomplished: Concurrently with accomplishing the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, do wiring changes in the P110 and P210 panels, in accordance with the applicable Accomplishment Instructions of GE Aviation Service bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; and GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (i) Parts Installation Prohibition For Group 10 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, after completion of the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no person may install an auxiliary fuel tank on any Group 10 airplane. (j) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before May 26, 2011 (the effective date of AD 2011-09-05, Amendment 39- 16667 (77 FR 22305, April 21, 2011)), using a service bulletin identified in paragraph (j)(1)(i) or (j)(1)(ii) of this AD, which are not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 3, dated June 11, 2009. (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 4, dated May 20, 2010. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014, which 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, modification, or alteration 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. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs (k)(4)(i) and (k)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled 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 RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (l) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6438; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. (2) Boeing service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(5) 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 777-28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010. (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. (iv) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (v) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (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) For GE Aviation service information identified in this AD, contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; telephone 513-552-3272; email: [email protected]; Internet http://www.geaviation.com. (5) 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. (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. 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paragraph (f) of AD 2005–18–18, with new (iii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– part 51.
service information and an exception to 28A0074, Revision 1, dated February 24, (2) You must use this service information
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months after October 14, 2005 (the effective (iv) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
date of AD 2005–18–18), do the actions 28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (3) The following service information was
required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of approved for IBR on July 6, 2016.
this AD. Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin (h) New Spiral Cable Wrap Installation (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
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2009, states ‘‘SWPM 20–10–11, Table IX,’’ of this AD, install spiral cable wrap on FSV (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
the correct phrase is ‘‘SWPM 20–10–11, wires at the aft end of the strut, for both left 28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009.
‘Minimum Clearance’ Table.’’ and right engines, and do all applicable (4) The following service information was
(1) Accomplish the detailed inspections for related investigative and corrective actions, approved for IBR on October 14, 2005 (70 FR
discrepancies of the wire bundles in the left in accordance with the Accomplishment 53554, September 9, 2005).
and right engine-to-wing aft fairings, and Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
applicable and related investigative and 757–28A0073 (for Model 757–200, –200CB, 28A0073, dated November 20, 2003.
corrective actions if necessary, as applicable, and –200PF series airplanes) or 757–28A0074 (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
by doing all the actions specified in the 28A0073, Revision 1, dated February 24,
(for Model 757–300 series airplanes), both
Accomplishment Instructions of the 2005.
Revision 2, both dated June 4, 2009. Where
applicable service bulletins listed in (iii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–28A0074, 28A0074, dated November 20, 2003.
paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD.
Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009, states ‘‘SWPM (iv) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–
As of the effective date of this AD, use only
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June 4, 2009, as applicable. Accomplish any Table.’’ Do all applicable related investigative (5) For service information identified in
related investigative and corrective actions and corrective actions before further flight. this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
before further flight, in accordance with the (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
applicable service bulletin. For the purposes (AMOCs) Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65,
of this AD, a detailed inspection is: ‘‘An Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206–
intensive examination of a specific item, (1) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft 544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680;
installation, or assembly to detect damage, Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if (6) You may view this service information
normally supplemented with a direct source requested using the procedures found in 14 at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
of good lighting at an intensity deemed CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton WA. For
appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirror, send your request to your principal inspector information on the availability of this
magnifying lenses, etc., may be necessary. or local Flight Standards District Office, as material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Surface cleaning and elaborate procedures appropriate. If sending information directly (7) You may view this service information
may be required.’’ to the manager of the ACO, send it to the that is incorporated by reference at the
(i) For Boeing Model 757–200, –200CB, attention of the person identified in National Archives and Records
and –200PF series airplanes, use the service paragraph (j) of this AD. Information may be Administration (NARA). For information on
information identified in paragraphs emailed to: 9-ANM-LAACO-AMOC- the availability of this material at NARA, call
(g)(1)(i)(A), (g)(1)(i)(B), and (g)(1)(i)(C) of this Requests@faa.gov. 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
AD. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
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level of safety may be used for any repair,
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28A0074, dated November 20, 2003. ACO, to make those findings. To be DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(B) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– approved, the repair method, modification
28A0074, Revision 1, dated February 24, deviation, or alteration deviation must meet Federal Aviation Administration
2005. the certification basis of the airplane, and the
(C) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– approval must specifically refer to this AD. 14 CFR Part 39
28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (4) AMOCs approved for AD 2005–18–18
are approved as AMOCs for the [Docket No. FAA–2015–1273; Directorate
(2) Install back-to-back p-clamps between
corresponding provisions of paragraph (g) of Identifier 2014–NM–194–AD; Amendment
the wire and hydraulic supply tube at the aft
this AD. 39–18530; AD 2016–11–03]
end of the right-hand strut only; and re-route
the wire bundles, if necessary; by doing all RIN 2120–AA64
(j) Related Information
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the applicable actions specified in the
Accomplishment Instructions of the For more information about this AD, Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
applicable service information identified in contact William Bond, Aerospace Engineer,
Company Airplanes
paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this Propulsion Branch, ANM–140L, FAA, Los
AD. As of the effective date of this AD, use Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, AGENCY: Federal Aviation
only the service information identified in Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627– Administration (FAA), DOT.
paragraphs (g)(2)(ii) and (g)(2)(iv) of this AD, 5253; fax: 562–627–5210; email:
ACTION: Final rule.
as applicable. william.bond@faa.gov.
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August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for Costs of Compliance
information describes procedures for doing wiring changes in the P210 panel.
doing wiring changes in the P110 panel. This service information is reasonably We estimate that this AD affects 55
available because the interested parties airplanes of U.S. registry.
• GE Aviation Service Bulletin
have access to it through their normal We estimate the following costs to
6000ELM–28–076, Revision 1, dated
course of business or by the means comply with this AD:
August 5, 2014. This service
identified in the ADDRESSES section.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Fuel system modification ................................ 200 work-hours × $85 per hour = $17,000 .... $68,535 $85,535 $4,704,425
P110 and P210 panel modification ................. 2 work-hours × $85 per hour =$170 .............. 0 170 9,350
We have received no definitive data (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (e) Unsafe Condition
that will enable us to provide cost DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures This AD was prompted by reports of
estimates for the on-condition actions (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge
specified in this AD. (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation system. We are issuing this AD to prevent
According to the manufacturer, some in Alaska, and fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of
of the costs of this AD may be covered (4) Will not have a significant all engines due to loss of capability to
economic impact, positive or negative, scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank.
under warranty, thereby reducing the
cost impact on affected individuals. We on a substantial number of small entities (f) Compliance
do not control warranty coverage for under the criteria of the Regulatory Comply with this AD within the
affected individuals. As a result, we Flexibility Act. compliance times specified, unless already
have included all costs in our cost done.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
estimate. (g) Fuel Scavenge System Changes, Wiring
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
Authority for This Rulemaking Changes, and Software Changes
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety. For airplanes identified in Boeing Special
Title 49 of the United States Code Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078,
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Adoption of the Amendment Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Group 10 airplanes on which the actions
Accordingly, under the authority
section 106, describes the authority of specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–
delegated to me by the Administrator, 0060; or Work Package 2 of the
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
Aviation Programs, describes in more
follows: Service Bulletin 777–28–0062, have not been
detail the scope of the Agency’s
accomplished: Within 60 months after the
authority. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS effective date of this AD, do the applicable
We are issuing this rulemaking under DIRECTIVES actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (g)(6) of this AD; and do all applicable related
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 investigative and corrective actions; in
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that continues to read as follows: accordance with the Accomplishment
section, Congress charges the FAA with Instructions of Boeing Special Attention
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1,
air commerce by prescribing regulations § 39.13 [Amended] dated April 27, 2015. Do all applicable
related investigative and corrective actions
for practices, methods, and procedures ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding before further flight.
the Administrator finds necessary for the following new airworthiness (1) Do applicable mechanical changes to
safety in air commerce. This regulation directive (AD): the main fuel tank water scavenge system
is within the scope of that authority and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system.
2016–11–03 The Boeing Company:
because it addresses an unsafe condition Amendment 39–18530; Docket No.
(2) Install relays and related equipment on
that is likely to exist or develop on the P301 and P302 panels in the main
FAA–2015–1273; Directorate Identifier
products identified in this rulemaking equipment center.
2014–NM–194–AD.
action. (3) Do applicable wiring changes between
(a) Effective Date the P105, P110, and P301 panels, and
Regulatory Findings This AD is effective July 6, 2016. between the P200, P205, P210, and P302
panels.
This AD will not have federalism (b) Affected ADs (4) Do wiring changes in the P105 panel.
implications under Executive Order (5) Install new electrical load management
None.
13132. This AD will not have a system 2 (ELMS2) software.
substantial direct effect on the States, on (c) Applicability (6) Do a functional test consisting of
the relationship between the national This AD applies to The Boeing Company operational tests, a leak test, system tests, and
government and the States, or on the Model 777–200, –200LR, –300, –300ER, and a fuel scavenge system functional test. If any
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distribution of power and –777F series airplanes, certificated in any of the tests fail, before further flight
responsibilities among the various category, as identified in Boeing Special accomplish corrective actions and repeat the
Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, test and applicable corrective actions until
levels of government.
Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. the test is passed.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD: (d) Subject (h) Concurrent Actions
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Air Transport Association (ATA) of (1) For Groups 13 through 16 airplanes, as
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, America Code 28, Fuel. identified in Boeing Special Attention
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Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone
dated April 27, 2015, concurrently with Requests@faa.gov. 206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–
accomplishing the actions required by (2) Before using any approved AMOC, 5680; Internet https://
paragraph (g) of this AD, install a new P301 notify your appropriate principal inspector, www.myboeingfleet.com.
panel on the left side of the airplane, install or lacking a principal inspector, the manager (4) For GE Aviation service information
a new P302 panel on the right side of the of the local flight standards district office/ identified in this AD, contact GE Aviation
airplane, and change the wiring; or perform certificate holding district office. Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati,
bonding resistance measurements and rework (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable OH 45215; telephone 513–552–3272; email:
the airplane installations; as applicable; in level of safety may be used for any repair, aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet http://
accordance with the Accomplishment modification, or alteration required by this www.geaviation.com.
Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777– AD if it is approved by the Boeing (5) You may view this service information
28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, Commercial Airplanes Organization at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
2010; or Boeing Service Bulletin 777– Designation Authorization (ODA) that has 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. been authorized by the Manager, Seattle information on the availability of this
(2) For airplanes identified in Boeing ACO, to make those findings. To be material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28– approved, the repair method, modification (6) You may view this service information
0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, deviation, or alteration deviation must meet that is incorporated by reference at the
except for Group 10 airplanes on which the the certification basis of the airplane and the National Archives and Records
actions described in Boeing Service Bulletin approval must specifically refer to this AD. Administration (NARA). For information on
777–28–0060; or Work Package 2 of the (4) For service information that contains the availability of this material at NARA, call
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing steps that are labeled as Required for 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
Service Bulletin 777–28–0062, have not been Compliance (RC), the provisions of www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
accomplished: Concurrently with paragraphs (k)(4)(i) and (k)(4)(ii) of this AD locations.html.
accomplishing the requirements of paragraph apply.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 18,
(g) of this AD, do wiring changes in the P110 (i) The steps labeled as RC, including
2016.
and P210 panels, in accordance with the substeps under an RC step and any figures
applicable Accomplishment Instructions of identified in an RC step, must be done to Dionne Palermo,
GE Aviation Service bulletin 5000ELM–28– comply with the AD. An AMOC is required Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
075, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; and for any deviations to RC steps, including Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM–28– substeps and identified figures. [FR Doc. 2016–12443 Filed 5–31–16; 8:45 am]
076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
deviated from using accepted methods in
(i) Parts Installation Prohibition accordance with the operator’s maintenance
For Group 10 airplanes, as identified in or inspection program without obtaining
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, including substeps and identified figures, can
Federal Aviation Administration
2015, after completion of the actions required still be done as specified, and the airplane
by paragraph (g) of this AD, no person may can be put back in an airworthy condition.
install an auxiliary fuel tank on any Group 14 CFR Part 39
10 airplane. (l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD, [Docket No. FAA–2015–5812; Directorate
(j) Credit for Previous Actions contact Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, Identifier 2015–NM–077–AD; Amendment
(1) This paragraph provides credit for Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, Seattle 39–18531; AD 2016–11–04]
actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of this ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA RIN 2120–AA64
AD, if those actions were performed before 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6438; fax: 425–
May 26, 2011 (the effective date of AD 2011– 917–6590; email: suzanne.lucier@faa.gov. Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
09–05, Amendment 39–16667 (77 FR 22305, (2) Boeing service information identified in
April 21, 2011)), using a service bulletin this AD that is not incorporated by reference
Company Airplanes
identified in paragraph (j)(1)(i) or (j)(1)(ii) of is available at the addresses specified in AGENCY: Federal Aviation
this AD, which are not incorporated by paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(5) of this AD. Administration (FAA), DOT.
reference in this AD.
(i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, (m) Material Incorporated by Reference ACTION: Final rule.
Revision 3, dated June 11, 2009. (1) The Director of the Federal Register
(ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, approved the incorporation by reference SUMMARY: We are superseding
Revision 4, dated May 20, 2010. (IBR) of the service information listed in this Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011–23–
(2) This paragraph provides credit for paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR 05 for all The Boeing Company Model
actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, part 51. 737–300, –400, and –500 series
if those actions were performed before the (2) You must use this service information airplanes. AD 2011–23–05 required
effective date of this AD using Boeing Special as applicable to do the actions required by repetitive inspections for cracking of the
Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
1.04-inch nominal diameter wire
dated September 4, 2014, which is not (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047,
Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010. penetration hole, and applicable related
incorporated by reference in this AD.
(ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, investigative and corrective actions.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. This new AD adds new inspection
(AMOCs) (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service areas, a modification that terminates
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated certain inspections, post-modification
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the April 27, 2015. inspections, and repair if necessary.
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if (iv) GE Aviation Service Bulletin This AD was prompted by an evaluation
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requested using the procedures found in 14 5000ELM–28–075, Revision 1, dated August by the design approval holder (DAH)
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 5, 2014.
that indicates the fuselage frames and
send your request to your principal inspector (v) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM–
or local Flight Standards District Office, as 28–076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. frame reinforcements are subject to
appropriate. If sending information directly (3) For Boeing service information widespread fatigue damage (WFD). We
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the identified in this AD, contact Boeing are issuing this AD to detect and correct
attention of the person identified in Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & fatigue cracking of the fuselage frames
paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. Information may Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC and frame reinforcements that could
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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 July 6, 2016. | |
| Contact | Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6438; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 34867 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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