81 FR 4214 - Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 16 (January 26, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 16 (Tuesday, January 26, 2016)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 4214-4217] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-01380] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2014-0338; Directorate Identifier 2014-CE-010-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-31-350 airplanes. The NPRM proposed to require inspecting the fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly for proper clearance between them, inspecting each assembly for any sign of damage, and making any necessary repairs or replacements. The NPRM was prompted by a report of an engine fire caused by a leak in the fuel pump inlet hose. This action revises the NPRM by requiring the use of revised procedures in a new service bulletin. We are proposing this supplemental NPRM (SNPRM) to correct the unsafe condition on these products. Since these actions impose an additional burden over that proposed in the NPRM, we are reopening the comment period to allow the public the chance to comment on these proposed changes. DATES: We must receive comments on this SNPRM by March 11, 2016. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Piper Aircraft, Inc., 2926 Piper Drive, Vero Beach, Florida 32960; telephone: (772) 567-4361; fax: (772) 978-6573; Internet: www.piper.com/home/pages/Publications.cfm. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (816) 329-4148. 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-2014- 0338; 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 proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gary Wechsler, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office, 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, Georgia 30337; telephone: (404) 474-5575; fax: (404) 474- 5606; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2014-0338; Directorate Identifier 2014-CE-010-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed AD because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. [[Page 4215]] Discussion We issued an NPRM to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-31-350 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 3, 2014 (79 FR 31888). The NPRM proposed to require inspecting the fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly for proper clearance between them, inspecting each assembly for any sign of damage, and making any necessary repairs or replacements. Actions Since Previous NPRM Was Issued Since we issued the NPRM (79 FR 31888, June 3, 2014), Piper Aircraft, Inc. has revised the related service information to clarify which engines are part of the airplane applicability and to revise the accomplishment instructions for inspecting for proper clearance between the fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly, inspecting the fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly for any signs of damage, and taking all necessary corrective actions. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comment received on the NPRM (79 FR 31888, June 3, 2014) and the FAA's response to the comment. Request To Change the Applicability of the AD Joe Miller of Werbelow's Air Ventures, Inc., requested that the Applicability section of the AD be changed so that it applies only to Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-31-350 airplanes with TIO-540-J2B engine configurations. The commenter stated that Model PA-31-350 airplanes configured with TIO-540-J2B engines have fuel pumps orientated such that their inlet fuel hose assemblies can adversely contact a nearby turbocharger support assembly. The commenter also stated that the other type certificated engine configurations of applicable Model PA-31-350 airplanes have engine fuel pumps orientated such that their inlet fuel hose assemblies cannot adversely contact the nearby turbocharger support assembly. The commenter requested that the AD exclude Model PA-31-350 airplanes that have the fuel pump installed on a Lycoming (L)TIO-540- J2BD engine. We partially agree with the commenter. We agree that there is more than one orientation for the engine fuel pump in the applicable Model PA-31-350 airplanes with (L)TIO-540 series engines because this is shown in the Lycoming parts catalog for the TIO, LTIO-540-J2B, and - J2BD engines, which were type certificated on the Model PA-31-350 airplane. We disagree with the commenter's request to change the actions of the AD so that they apply only to the inlet hose assembly for the engine fuel pump of the TIO-540-J2B engine configuration of applicable Model PA-31-350 airplanes. We reviewed the Lycoming parts catalog for the TIO, LTIO-540-J2B, and -J2BD engines and applicable Model PA-31-350 airplanes with (L)TIO-540-J2BD engines and found that the TIO and LTIO- 540-J2B and -J2BD engines each have a fuel pump with one fuel hose assembly (either and inlet or exit) that can be incorrectly installed so that it is in contact with the nearby turbocharger support assembly. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. The service information describes procedures for the following. 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 of this SNPRM. --Inspecting for a minimum 3/16-inch clearance between the fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly and making any necessary adjustments. --Inspecting the fuel hose assembly for any signs of damage and, if necessary, replacing with a serviceable part. --Inspecting the turbocharger support assembly for any signs of damage and, if necessary, repairing or replacing with a serviceable part. --Performing an engine run-up to check for any leaks. FAA's Determination We are proposing this SNPRM because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Certain changes described above expand the scope of the NPRM (79 FR 31888, June 3, 2014). As a result, we have determined that it is necessary to reopen the comment period to provide additional opportunity for the public to comment on this SNPRM. Proposed Requirements of This SNPRM This SNPRM would require accomplishing the actions specified in the service information described previously, except as discussed under ``Differences Between this Proposed AD and the Service Information.'' Differences Between This SNPRM and the Service Information There are differences between the compliance times for the corrective actions in this proposed AD and those in the related service information. We based the compliance times in this proposed AD on risk analysis and cost impact to operators. There has only been one event of the reported incident in the operational history of Piper Model PA-31-350 airplanes. Cost was also a strong consideration due to the age of the fleet and the number of airplanes still in service. The one-time inspection required in this proposed AD is very inexpensive and requires minimal time to accomplish. It is expected that almost all airplanes in service can be cleared with a single inspection, and no additional actions or costs would be incurred by the vast majority of the fleet. We determined that a single inspection with any necessary corrective actions is an adequate terminating action for the unsafe condition. The risk related to future maintenance on the fuel line would be mitigated by the related service information and awareness from this proposed AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 773 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspect for proper clearance between .5 work-hour x $85 per N/A $42.50 $32,852.50 the fuel hose assembly and the hour = $85. turbocharger support assembly. [[Page 4216]] Inspect the fuel hose assembly for .5 work-hour x $85 per N/A 42.50 32,852.50 evidence of leaking, cracking, hour = $42.50. chafing, and any other sign of damage. Inspect the turbocharger support .5 work-hour x $85 per N/A 42.50 32,852.50 assembly for evidence of chafing and hour = $42.50. any other sign of damage. Engine run-up/leak check.............. 1 work-hour x $85 = $85 N/A 85.00 65,705.00 (.5 work hour per engine). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary follow-on actions that will be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of airplanes that might need these corrective actions. On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Adjust routing of fuel hose assembly for 5.5 work-hours x $85 per hour = N/A $467.50 proper clearance between the fuel hose $467.50. assembly and the turbocharger support assembly. Replace Piper fuel pump inlet hose assembly, 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85 $1,068 1,153.00 part number 39995-34 (2 per airplane). Replace Lycoming turbocharger support 24 work-hours x $85 per hour = 12,874 14,914.00 assembly, part number LW-18302 (2 per $2,040. airplane). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 this proposed regulation: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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): Piper Aircraft, Inc.: FAA-2014-0338; Directorate Identifier 2014-CE- 010-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by March 11, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-31-350 airplanes, serial numbers 31-5001 through 31-5004, 31-7305005 through 31-8452024, and 31-8253001 through 31-8553002, certificated in any category, that are equipped with the following engines and fuel pump hose assemblies: Table 1 to Paragraph (c) of This AD--Applicable Engines and Fuel Pump Hose Assemblies ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Manufacturer's hose Manufacturer's part No. Engine name (P/N) Hose description ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TIO-540-J2B (right wing)............. Hose Assembly--Fuel.... Piper 39995-034........ Inlet fuel hose to engine fuel pump. LTIO-540-J2B (left wing)............. Hose, Fuel pump to Lycoming LW-12877-6S142 Exit fuel hose from Injector. engine fuel pump. TIO540-J2BD (right wing)............. Hose, Fuel pump to Lycoming LW-12877-6S142 Exit fuel hose from Injector. engine fuel pump. [[Page 4217]] LTIO-540-J2BD (left wing)............ Hose Assembly--Fuel.... Piper 39995-034........ Inlet fuel hose to engine fuel pump. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 73: Engine Fuel and Control. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report of an engine fire caused by a leak in the fuel pump inlet hose. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (j)(2) of this AD, unless already done. (g) Ensure Proper Clearance Between the Fuel Hose Assembly and the Turbocharger Support Assembly (1) Within the next 60 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the effective date of this AD or within the next 6 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, inspect to determine the clearance between the inlet and exit fuel hose assemblies listed in table 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD, and each turbocharger support assembly, Lycoming P/N LW-18302. There should be a minimum \3/16\-inch clearance. Do the inspection following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (2) Before further flight after the inspection required in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if the measured clearance is less than \3/16\-inch, make all necessary adjustments to make the clearance a minimum of \3/16\-inch between the inlet and exit fuel hose assemblies listed in table 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD and each turbocharger support assembly, Lycoming P/N LW-18302, following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (h) Visually Inspect the Fuel Hose Assembly and Replace if Necessary (1) Within the next 60 hours TIS after the effective date of this AD or within the next 6 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, visually inspect the inlet and exit fuel hose assemblies listed in table 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD for evidence of leaking, cracking, chafing, and any other sign of damage. Do the inspection following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (2) Before further flight after the inspection required in paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if any evidence of leaking, cracking, chafing, or any other sign of damage is found in any inlet or exit fuel host assembly listed in table 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD, replace the fuel hose assembly with a serviceable part. Do the replacement following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (i) Visually Inspect the Turbocharger Support Assembly and Replace if Necessary (1) Within the next 60 hours TIS after the effective date of this AD or within the next 6 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, visually inspect each turbocharger support assembly, Lycoming P/N LW-18302, for evidence of chafing and any other signs of damage. Do the inspection following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (2) Before further flight after the inspection required in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD, if any evidence of chafing or any other sign of damage is found on any turbocharger support assembly, replace Lycoming P/N LW-18302 with a serviceable part. Do the replacement following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (j) Engine Run-Up (1) If any fuel line component was adjusted or replaced during any actions required in paragraphs (g)(1) through (i)(2) of this AD, before further flight, perform an engine run-up on the ground to check for leaks. Do the engine run-up following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (2) If any leaks found during the engine run-up required in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD emanate from any fuel line component adjusted, repaired, or replaced during any actions required in paragraphs (g)(1) through (i)(2) of this AD, before further flight, take all necessary corrective actions following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Atlanta 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 the Related Information section of this AD. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (l) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Gary Wechsler, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Atlanta ACO, 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, Georgia 30337; telephone: (404) 474-5575; fax: (404) 474-5606; email: [email protected]. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Piper Aircraft, Inc., 926 Piper Drive, Vero Beach, Florida 32960; telephone: (772) 567-4361; fax: (772) 978-6573; Internet: www.piper.com/home/pages/Publications.cfm. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (816) 329-4148. Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 16, 2016. Melvin Johnson, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-01380 Filed 1-25-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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USDA programs; and to improve current http://www.regulations.gov. Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
regulations to help USDA agencies Dated: January 7, 2016. Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590,
advance the USDA mission. USDA is Thomas J. Vilsack,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
particularly interested in public through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Secretary.
comments that speak to areas in which For service information identified in
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we can reduce costs and reporting this proposed AD, contact Piper
burdens on the public, through BILLING CODE 3410–90–P Aircraft, Inc., 2926 Piper Drive, Vero
technological advances or other Beach, Florida 32960; telephone: (772)
modernization efforts, and comments on 567–4361; fax: (772) 978–6573; Internet:
regulatory flexibility. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION www.piper.com/home/pages/
Publications.cfm. You may view this
III. Regulatory Flexibility Federal Aviation Administration referenced service information at the
USDA is also seeking public input on FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901
measures that can be taken to reduce 14 CFR Part 39 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106.
burdens and increase flexibility and [Docket No. FAA–2014–0338; Directorate For information on the availability of
freedom of choice for the public. Identifier 2014–CE–010–AD] this material at the FAA, call (816) 329–
Regulatory flexibility includes a variety 4148.
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avoid unnecessary costs on regulated Examining the AD Docket
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entities and avoid negative impacts. Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes You may examine the AD docket on
Regulatory flexibility techniques could the Internet at http://
include: AGENCY: Federal Aviation www.regulations.gov by searching for
• Pilot projects, which can be used to Administration (FAA), DOT. and locating Docket No. FAA–2014–
test regulatory approaches; ACTION: Supplemental notice of 0338; or in person at the Docket
• Safe harbors, which are streamlined proposed rulemaking (NPRM); Management Facility between 9 a.m.
modes of regulatory compliance and can reopening of comment period. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
serve to reduce compliance costs; except Federal holidays. The AD docket
• Sunset provisions, which terminate SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier contains this proposed AD, the
a rule after a certain date; proposed airworthiness directive (AD) regulatory evaluation, any comments
• Trigger provisions, which specify for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model received, and other information. The
one or more threshold indicators that PA–31–350 airplanes. The NPRM street address for the Docket Office
the rule is designed to address; proposed to require inspecting the fuel (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the
• Phase-ins, which allow the rule to hose assembly and the turbocharger ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
be phased-in for different groups at support assembly for proper clearance available in the AD docket shortly after
different times; between them, inspecting each assembly receipt.
• Streamlined requirements, which for any sign of damage, and making any FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gary
provide exemptions or other necessary repairs or replacements. The Wechsler, Aerospace Engineer, FAA,
streamlined requirements if a particular NPRM was prompted by a report of an Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office,
entity (for example, a small business) engine fire caused by a leak in the fuel 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park,
may otherwise experience pump inlet hose. This action revises the Georgia 30337; telephone: (404) 474–
disproportionate burden from a rule; NPRM by requiring the use of revised 5575; fax: (404) 474–5606; email:
• State flexibilities, which provide procedures in a new service bulletin. gary.wechsler@faa.gov.
greater flexibility to States or other We are proposing this supplemental
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
regulatory partners, for example, giving NPRM (SNPRM) to correct the unsafe
them freedom to implement alternative condition on these products. Since these Comments Invited
regulatory approaches; and actions impose an additional burden We invite you to send any written
over that proposed in the NPRM, we are
• Exceptions, which allow exceptions relevant data, views, or arguments about
reopening the comment period to allow this proposed AD. Send your comments
to part of the rule, or the entire rule in
the public the chance to comment on to an address listed under the
cases where there is a potential or
these proposed changes. ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
suspected unintended consequence.
DATES: We must receive comments on FAA–2014–0338; Directorate Identifier
IV. Existing USDA Regulations this SNPRM by March 11, 2016. 2014–CE–010–AD’’ at the beginning of
In addition to retrospective review ADDRESSES: You may send comments, your comments. We specifically invite
actions and other regulatory reforms using the procedures found in 14 CFR comments on the overall regulatory,
identified in USDA’s 2015 Fall 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following economic, environmental, and energy
Regulatory Agenda, we welcome methods: aspects of this proposed AD. We will
comments from the public on any of • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to consider all comments received by the
USDA’s existing regulations and ways to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the closing date and may amend this
improve them to help USDA agencies instructions for submitting comments. proposed AD because of those
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advance the mission of the Department • Fax: 202–493–2251. comments.
consistent with the Executive Order. • Mail: U.S. Department of We will post all comments we
USDA notes that this RFI is issued Transportation, Docket Operations, receive, without change, to http://
solely for information and program- M–30, West Building Ground Floor, www.regulations.gov, including any
planning purposes. While responses to Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey personal information you provide. We
this RFI do not bind USDA to any Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. will also post a report summarizing each
further actions, all submissions will be • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of substantive verbal contact we receive
reviewed by the appropriate program Transportation, Docket Operations, about this proposed AD.
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ESTIMATED COSTS—Continued
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspect the fuel hose assembly for evidence of leaking, .5 work-hour × $85 per hour = N/A 42.50 32,852.50
cracking, chafing, and any other sign of damage. $42.50.
Inspect the turbocharger support assembly for evidence of .5 work-hour × $85 per hour = N/A 42.50 32,852.50
chafing and any other sign of damage. $42.50.
Engine run-up/leak check ........................................................ 1 work-hour × $85 = $85 (.5 N/A 85.00 65,705.00
work hour per engine).
We estimate the following costs to do will be required based on the results of determining the number of airplanes
any necessary follow-on actions that the inspection. We have no way of that might need these corrective actions.
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Adjust routing of fuel hose assembly for proper clearance between the 5.5 work-hours × $85 per hour = N/A $467.50
fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly. $467.50.
Replace Piper fuel pump inlet hose assembly, part number 39995–34 (2 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .. $1,068 1,153.00
per airplane).
Replace Lycoming turbocharger support assembly, part number LW– 24 work-hours × $85 per hour = 12,874 14,914.00
18302 (2 per airplane). $2,040.
Authority for This Rulemaking the relationship between the national PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
Title 49 of the United States Code Government and the States, or on the DIRECTIVES
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue distribution of power and
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, responsibilities among the various ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
section 106, describes the authority of levels of government. continues to read as follows:
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: For the reasons discussed above, I
certify this proposed regulation: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Aviation Programs’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory § 39.13 [Amended]
authority. action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
We are issuing this rulemaking under (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the authority described in Subtitle VII, the DOT Regulatory Policies and the following new airworthiness
Part A, Subpart III, section 44701: Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, directive (AD):
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that 1979), Piper Aircraft, Inc.: FAA–2014–0338;
section, Congress charges the FAA with (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation Directorate Identifier 2014–CE–010–AD.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in in Alaska, and
air commerce by prescribing regulations (4) Will not have a significant (a) Comments Due Date
for practices, methods, and procedures economic impact, positive or negative, We must receive comments by March 11,
the Administrator finds necessary for on a substantial number of small entities 2016.
safety in air commerce. This regulation under the criteria of the Regulatory
(b) Affected ADs
is within the scope of that authority Flexibility Act.
because it addresses an unsafe condition None.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
that is likely to exist or develop on (c) Applicability
products identified in this rulemaking Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference, This AD applies to Piper Aircraft, Inc.
action.
Safety. Model PA–31–350 airplanes, serial numbers
Regulatory Findings 31–5001 through 31–5004, 31–7305005
We determined that this proposed AD The Proposed Amendment through 31–8452024, and 31–8253001
would not have federalism implications Accordingly, under the authority through 31–8553002, certificated in any
under Executive Order 13132. This delegated to me by the Administrator, category, that are equipped with the
proposed AD would not have a the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part following engines and fuel pump hose
assemblies:
substantial direct effect on the States, on 39 as follows:
TABLE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (C) OF THIS AD—APPLICABLE ENGINES AND FUEL PUMP HOSE ASSEMBLIES
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Engine Manufacturer’s hose name Manufacturer’s part No. (P/N) Hose description
TIO–540–J2B (right wing) .............. Hose Assembly—Fuel .................. Piper 39995–034 .......................... Inlet fuel hose to engine fuel
pump.
LTIO–540–J2B (left wing) .............. Hose, Fuel pump to Injector ......... Lycoming LW–12877–6S142 ....... Exit fuel hose from engine fuel
pump.
TIO540–J2BD (right wing) ............. Hose, Fuel pump to Injector ......... Lycoming LW–12877–6S142 ....... Exit fuel hose from engine fuel
pump.
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TABLE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (C) OF THIS AD—APPLICABLE ENGINES AND FUEL PUMP HOSE ASSEMBLIES—Continued
Engine Manufacturer’s hose name Manufacturer’s part No. (P/N) Hose description
LTIO–540–J2BD (left wing) ........... Hose Assembly—Fuel .................. Piper 39995–034 .......................... Inlet fuel hose to engine fuel
pump.
(d) Subject section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin FAA, Atlanta ACO, 1701 Columbia Avenue,
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/ No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. College Park, Georgia 30337; telephone: (404)
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America 474–5575; fax: (404) 474–5606; email:
(i) Visually Inspect the Turbocharger gary.wechsler@faa.gov.
Code 73: Engine Fuel and Control. Support Assembly and Replace if Necessary (2) For service information identified in
(e) Unsafe Condition (1) Within the next 60 hours TIS after the this AD, contact Piper Aircraft, Inc., 926
This AD was prompted by a report of an effective date of this AD or within the next Piper Drive, Vero Beach, Florida 32960;
6 months after the effective date of this AD, telephone: (772) 567–4361; fax: (772) 978–
engine fire caused by a leak in the fuel pump
whichever occurs first, visually inspect each 6573; Internet: www.piper.com/home/pages/
inlet hose. We are issuing this AD to correct
turbocharger support assembly, Lycoming P/ Publications.cfm. You may review copies of
the unsafe condition on these products.
N LW–18302, for evidence of chafing and any the referenced service information at the
(f) Compliance other signs of damage. Do the inspection FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust,
following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information
Comply with this AD within the
Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. on the availability of this material at the
compliance times specified in paragraphs
1257A, dated August 4, 2015. FAA, call (816) 329–4148.
(g)(1) through (j)(2) of this AD, unless already
(2) Before further flight after the inspection Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on January
done.
required in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD, if any 16, 2016.
(g) Ensure Proper Clearance Between the evidence of chafing or any other sign of
damage is found on any turbocharger support Melvin Johnson,
Fuel Hose Assembly and the Turbocharger
Support Assembly assembly, replace Lycoming Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate,
P/N LW–18302 with a serviceable part. Do Aircraft Certification Service.
(1) Within the next 60 hours time-in-
service (TIS) after the effective date of this the replacement following the [FR Doc. 2016–01380 Filed 1–25–16; 8:45 am]
AD or within the next 6 months after the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated
August 4, 2015.
first, inspect to determine the clearance
between the inlet and exit fuel hose (j) Engine Run-Up DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
assemblies listed in table 1 to paragraph (c) (1) If any fuel line component was adjusted
of this AD, and each turbocharger support or replaced during any actions required in
Federal Aviation Administration
assembly, Lycoming P/N LW–18302. There paragraphs (g)(1) through (i)(2) of this AD,
should be a minimum 3⁄16-inch clearance. Do before further flight, perform an engine run- 14 CFR Part 39
the inspection following the INSTRUCTIONS up on the ground to check for leaks. Do the
section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin [Docket No. FAA–2016–1363; Directorate
engine run-up following the INSTRUCTIONS Identifier 2015–CE–040–AD]
No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin
(2) Before further flight after the inspection No. 1257A, dated August 4, 2015. RIN 2120–AA64
required in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if the (2) If any leaks found during the engine
measured clearance is less than 3⁄16-inch, run-up required in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD Airworthiness Directives; Mitsubishi
make all necessary adjustments to make the emanate from any fuel line component Heavy Industries, Ltd. Airplanes
clearance a minimum of 3⁄16-inch between adjusted, repaired, or replaced during any
the inlet and exit fuel hose assemblies listed actions required in paragraphs (g)(1) through AGENCY: Federal Aviation
in table 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD and (i)(2) of this AD, before further flight, take all Administration (FAA), Department of
each turbocharger support assembly, necessary corrective actions following the Transportation (DOT).
Lycoming P/N LW–18302, following the INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
INSTRUCTIONS section of Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated
Inc. Service Bulletin No. 1257A, dated (NPRM).
August 4, 2015.
August 4, 2015. SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(h) Visually Inspect the Fuel Hose Assembly (AMOCs) airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
and Replace if Necessary Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
(1) The Manager, Atlanta Aircraft
(1) Within the next 60 hours TIS after the Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the Models MU–2B–30, MU–2B–35, MU–
effective date of this AD or within the next authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if 2B–36, MU–2B–36A, and MU–2B–60
6 months after the effective date of this AD, requested using the procedures found in 14 airplanes. This proposed AD results
whichever occurs first, visually inspect the CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, from mandatory continuing
inlet and exit fuel hose assemblies listed in send your request to your principal inspector airworthiness information (MCAI)
table 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD for or local Flight Standards District Office, as originated by an aviation authority of
evidence of leaking, cracking, chafing, and appropriate. If sending information directly
any other sign of damage. Do the inspection
another country to identify and correct
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
following the INSTRUCTIONS section of attention of the person identified in the
an unsafe condition on an aviation
Piper Aircraft, Inc. Service Bulletin No. Related Information section of this AD. product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
1257A, dated August 4, 2015. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, condition as reports of cracks found in
(2) Before further flight after the inspection notify your appropriate principal inspector, the attach fittings of the main landing
required in paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if any or lacking a principal inspector, the manager gear oleo strut. We are issuing this
evidence of leaking, cracking, chafing, or any of the local flight standards district office/ proposed AD to require actions to
other sign of damage is found in any inlet or certificate holding district office. address the unsafe condition on these
exit fuel host assembly listed in table 1 to products.
paragraph (c) of this AD, replace the fuel (l) Related Information
hose assembly with a serviceable part. Do the (1) For more information about this AD, DATES: We must receive comments on
replacement following the INSTRUCTIONS contact Gary Wechsler, Aerospace Engineer, this proposed AD by March 11, 2016.
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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 | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this SNPRM by March 11, 2016. | |
| Contact | Gary Wechsler, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office, 1701 Columbia Avenue, College Park, Georgia 30337; telephone: (404) 474-5575; fax: (404) 474- 5606; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 4214 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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