81 FR 44983 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 133 (July 12, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 133 (July 12, 2016)
| Page Range | 44983-44987 | |
| FR Document | 2016-15929 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 133 (Tuesday, July 12, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 44983-44987] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-15929] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-3983; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-009-AD; Amendment 39-18582; AD 2016-14-01] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200 and A330-300 series airplanes; Model A340-200 and A340-300 series airplanes; Model A340-500 series airplanes; and Model A340-600 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that, during an operational test of a ram air turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. This AD requires identification of the manufacturer, part number, and serial number of the RAT, and re-identification and modification of the RAT if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent non-deployment of the RAT, which, if preceded by a total engine flame- out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation, could result in reduced control of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective August 16, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 16, 2016. ADDRESSES: For Airbus service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in this final rule, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail Stop 302-9, 4747 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125- 7002; telephone 860-654-3575; fax 860-998-4564; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.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-2016- 3983. 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-2016- 3983; 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 street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Airbus Model A330- 200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200 and A330-300 series airplanes; Model A340-200 and A340-300 series airplanes; Model A340-500 series airplanes; and Model A340-600 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on March 1, 2016 (81 FR 10545) (``the NPRM''). The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0008, dated January 15, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200, and A330- [[Page 44984]] 300 series airplanes; Model A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes; Model A340-500 series airplanes; and Model A340-600 series airplanes. The MCAI states: During a scheduled Ram Air Turbine (RAT) operational test on an A330 aeroplane, the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. The subsequent investigation conducted by the RAT manufacturer Hamilton Sundstrand (HS) and Arkwin Industries, revealed that this failure to deploy was due to an inadequate stroke margin in the manufacturing shimming procedure of the actuator deployment solenoids. This condition, if not corrected, could possibly result in reduced control of the aeroplane, particularly if occurring following a total engine flame out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation. Prompted by this unsafe condition, Airbus issued Service Bulletin (SB) A330-29-3126, SB A340-29-4097 and SB A340-29-5025, providing instructions to identify the manufacturer, part number (P/ N) and serial number (s/n) of the RAT actuator, and to modify the shimming procedure for the affected RAT actuator. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires identification of the affected RAT actuators and, depending on its configuration (modified or not), the accomplishment of applicable corrective actions [modifying the RAT actuator. Additional actions include re-identifying the RAT actuator part number and RAT part number, as applicable]. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016- 3983. 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 Change Requirement From Modify To Replace Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that the requirement to modify the RAT actuator in paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD be changed from ``modify the RAT actuator'' to ``replace the RAT actuator.'' DAL stated that operators cannot ensure that the removed RAT actuator would be modified by the RAT manufacturer by the compliance time specified in the proposed AD. We agree to provide clarification regarding the requirement to modify the RAT actuator, but we do not agree with the commenter's request to change ``modify'' to ``replace.'' The modification procedures described in the Accomplishment Instructions of the Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD include more than just a modification. The modification procedures in the Airbus service information state to (1) remove the actuator from the RAT, (2) send the removed actuator to Hamilton Sundstrand, and (3) install the modified actuator on the RAT and re-identify the part number. We also agree that operators do not have control over how long it would take Hamilton Sundstrand to modify the actuator, or if the modification could be completed prior to the applicable compliance times in this AD. Therefore, we have revised paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD by removing the word ``modify'' and replacing it with ``remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT . . . .'' Request To Include Review of Maintenance Records DAL requested that paragraph (g) of the proposed AD be revised to include a statement that a review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of the installed RAT actuators if the supplier, part number, and serial number can be conclusively determined from that review. DAL stated that it has already modified airplanes in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014, and it tracks the on-wing identification of these RAT components. DAL indicated that allowing operators to review airplane maintenance records to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of the installed RAT actuators would prevent unnecessary work. We do not agree with the commenter's request. One of the actions included in the requirement to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of an installed RAT actuator is looking at the actuator's identification plate. An inspection of the RAT actuator is necessary to determine if the identification plate is present. Paragraphs (g)(3) and (h)(3) of this AD require certain actions if the identification plate of a RAT actuator is missing. We have not changed this AD regarding this issue. Request To Refer To Revised Service Information DAL requested that the references to Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014, be changed to ERPS06M-29- 21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015. DAL noted that the revised service information updates the identification procedures for the RAT actuators, among other changes. We agree with the commenter that all references to Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014, should be changed to ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, in this final rule. We have made this change in the ``Related Service Information under 1 CFR part 51'' section in the preamble and paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (j) of this AD. We have also included a new paragraph (k) in this AD to provide credit for actions done prior to the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014. The subsequent paragraphs have been redesignated accordingly. Request To Change References to a Certain Related AD DAL noted that the ``Related ADs'' section of the NPRM preamble, and paragraphs (b) and (i) of the proposed AD, referred to AD 2015-26- 02, Amendment 39-18350 (80 FR 81174, December 29, 2015) (``AD 2015-26- 02''), which was superseded by AD 2016-04-01, Amendment 39-18395 (81 FR 8134, February 18, 2016) (``AD 2016-04-01''). DAL suggested that the references to AD 2015-26-02 be removed and replaced with references to AD 2016-04-01. We agree with the commenter's suggestion. The ``Related ADs'' section of the NPRM is not restated in this final rule, but we have revised paragraphs (b) and (i) of this AD to refer to AD 2016-04-01. 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 Airbus has issued the following service information, which describes procedures for identifying the supplier, part number, and serial number of the [[Page 44985]] installed RAT actuator; modifying the RAT; and re-identifying the RAT actuator and RAT. Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014. Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014. Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. Hamilton Sundstrand has issued Service Bulletins ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015; and ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014. This service information describes procedures for identifying the affected RAT actuator and RAT part numbers and serial numbers, modifying affected actuators, and re-identifying affected RAT actuators and RATs. 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 84 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Identification.................. 1 work-hour x $85 per None................... $85 $7,140 hour = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that will 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Removal/installation/ re-identification....... 14 work-hours x $85 per hour = $427,301 $428,491 $1,190. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 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): 2016-14-01 Airbus: Amendment 39-18582. Docket No. FAA-2016-3983; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-009-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective August 16, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD affects the ADs specified in paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(2), and (b)(3) of this AD. (1) AD 2012-21-19, Amendment 39-17235 (77 FR 65812, October 31, 2012) (``AD 2012-21-19''). (2) AD 2012-21-20, Amendment 39-17236 (77 FR 65799, October 31, 2012) (``AD 2012-21-20''). (3) AD 2016-04-01, Amendment 39-18395 (81 FR 8134, February 18, 2016) (``AD 2016-04-01''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(7) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Airbus Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in production. (2) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in production. (3) Airbus Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323,- 341, - 342, and -343 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in production. (4) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, and -213, airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. (5) Airbus Model A340-311, -312, and -313 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. (6) Airbus Model A340-541 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. [[Page 44986]] (7) Airbus Model A340-642 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 29, Hydraulic Power. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report indicating that, during an operational test of a ram air turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. We are issuing this AD to prevent non-deployment of the RAT, which, if preceded by a total engine flame-out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation, could result in reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Identification and Replacement for Certain Airbus Model A330, and A340-200 and -300 Airplanes For Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, identify the supplier, part number, and serial number of the installed RAT actuator, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (1) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, with a description of ``correctly shimmed'': Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, re-identify the actuator and the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (2) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the identified actuator RAT part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, with a description of ``incorrectly shimmed'': Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (3) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the identification plate for the RAT actuator is missing, or the part number and serial number are not listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (h) Identification and Replacement for Certain Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 Airplanes For Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 airplanes: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, identify the part number and serial number of the installed RAT actuator, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. (1) If the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014, with a description of ``correctly shimmed'': Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, re-identify the actuator and the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. (2) If the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014, with a description of ``incorrectly shimmed'': Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. (3) If the identification plate for the RAT actuator is missing, or the part number and serial number are not listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. (i) Terminating Action for Certain Requirements of Other ADs (1) For Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, A330-200, and A330-300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes: Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3) of this AD constitutes compliance with the requirements of paragraph (g)(1) of AD 2012-21-19, paragraph (g) of AD 2012-21-20, and paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of AD 2016-04-01, for that airplane only. (2) For Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes: Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD constitutes compliance with the requirements of paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of AD 2012-21-20, and paragraph (j) of 2016-04-01, for that airplane only. (j) Parts Installation Limitations As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install any RAT actuator or any RAT having a part number identified in table 1 to paragraph (j) of this AD on any airplane, unless it meets the conditions specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2) of this AD, as applicable. Table 1 to Paragraph (j) of This AD--Affected Part Numbers ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Affected Airbus airplane models RAT part No. RAT actuator part No. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Model A330-200 and -300 1720934C, 5912958, 5915768 series airplanes. 1720934D, 766351A, 768084A, 770379A, 770952C, 770952D, 770952E. Model A330-200 Freighter 1720934C, 5912958, 5915768 series airplanes. 1720934D, 766351A, 768084A, 770379A, 770952C, 770952D, 770952E. Model A340-200 and -300 1720934C, 5912958, 5915768 series airplanes. 1720934D, 766351A, 768084A, 770379A, 770952C, 770952D, 770952E. Model A340-500 and -600 772722H, 5912536, 5915769 series airplanes. 772722J, 772722L. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ (1) For Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200, and A330-300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes: The RAT actuator or RAT has a serial number listed as affected and modified in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the RAT has been re-identified in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014. (2) For Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes: The RAT actuator or the RAT has a serial number listed as affected and modified in Hamilton Sundstrand [[Page 44987]] Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014, and the RAT has been re-identified in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. (k) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for the RAT and RAT actuator identification specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD if that identification was performed before the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M- 29-21, dated May 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) This paragraph provides credit for the RAT or RAT actuator identification and modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (l) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any Airbus service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0008, dated January 15, 2015, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-3983. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (n)(4) and (n)(5) of this AD. (n) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014. (iv) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015. (v) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014. (3) For Airbus service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. (4) For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in this AD, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail Stop 302-9, 4747 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125- 7002; telephone 860-654-3575; fax 860-998-4564; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 23, 2016. Dorr M. Anderson, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-15929 Filed 7-11-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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directly to the New York ACO, send it to Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. http://www.hamiltonsundstrand.com.
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(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing evaluation, any comments received, and
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian SUMMARY: We are adopting a new other information. The street address for
Airworthiness Directive CF–2016–02, dated airworthiness directive (AD) for certain the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
January 20, 2016, for related information. Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter series 5527) is Docket Management Facility,
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket airplanes; Model A330–200 and A330– U.S. Department of Transportation,
on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov 300 series airplanes; Model A340–200 Docket Operations, M–30, West
by searching for and locating Docket No. and A340–300 series airplanes; Model
FAA–2016–5590.
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
A340–500 series airplanes; and Model 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
(2) Service information identified in this
A340–600 series airplanes. This AD was Washington, DC 20590.
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
prompted by a report indicating that, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. during an operational test of a ram air Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy International Branch, ANM–116,
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference in automatic mode. This AD requires Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
(1) The Director of the Federal Register identification of the manufacturer, part 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
approved the incorporation by reference number, and serial number of the RAT, 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1138;
(IBR) of the service information listed in this and re-identification and modification
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR fax 425–227–1149.
of the RAT if necessary. We are issuing
part 51. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
this AD to prevent non-deployment of
(2) You must use this service information the RAT, which, if preceded by a total
as applicable to do the actions required by
Discussion
engine flame-out, or during a total loss
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. We issued a notice of proposed
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 601R–22– of normal electrical power generation,
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
018, Revision A, dated November 3, 2015. could result in reduced control of the
part 39 by adding an AD that would
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA– airplane.
apply to certain Airbus Model A330–
22–009, dated August 17, 2015. DATES: This AD is effective August 16, 200 Freighter series airplanes; Model
(3) For service information identified in 2016. A330–200 and A330–300 series
this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte- The Director of the Federal Register
Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, airplanes; Model A340–200 and A340–
approved the incorporation by reference 300 series airplanes; Model A340–500
Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–
855–7401; email thd.crj@ of certain publications listed in this AD series airplanes; and Model A340–600
aero.bombardier.com; Internet http:// as of August 16, 2016. series airplanes. The NPRM published
www.bombardier.com. ADDRESSES: For Airbus service in the Federal Register on March 1,
(4) You may view this service information information identified in this final rule, 2016 (81 FR 10545) (‘‘the NPRM’’).
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness The European Aviation Safety Agency
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
information on the availability of this Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; for the Member States of the European
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
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(5) You may view this service information
61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330– Directive 2015–0008, dated January 15,
that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records A340@airbus.com; Internet http:// 2015 (referred to after this as the
Administration (NARA). For information on www.airbus.com. Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
the availability of this material at NARA, call For Hamilton Sundstrand service Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// information identified in this final rule, an unsafe condition for certain Airbus
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Model A330–200 Freighter series
locations.html. Publications, Mail Stop 302–9, 4747 airplanes; Model A330–200, and A330–
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300 series airplanes; Model A340–200, paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), (h)(2), and information updates the identification
and A340–300 series airplanes; Model (h)(3) of this AD include more than just procedures for the RAT actuators,
A340–500 series airplanes; and Model a modification. The modification among other changes.
A340–600 series airplanes. The MCAI procedures in the Airbus service We agree with the commenter that all
states: information state to (1) remove the references to Hamilton Sundstrand
During a scheduled Ram Air Turbine actuator from the RAT, (2) send the Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, dated
(RAT) operational test on an A330 aeroplane, removed actuator to Hamilton May 27, 2014, should be changed to
the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. Sundstrand, and (3) install the modified ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated
The subsequent investigation conducted by actuator on the RAT and re-identify the April 14, 2015, in this final rule. We
the RAT manufacturer Hamilton Sundstrand part number. have made this change in the ‘‘Related
(HS) and Arkwin Industries, revealed that We also agree that operators do not Service Information under 1 CFR part
this failure to deploy was due to an have control over how long it would 51’’ section in the preamble and
inadequate stroke margin in the take Hamilton Sundstrand to modify the paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (j) of
manufacturing shimming procedure of the actuator, or if the modification could be this AD. We have also included a new
actuator deployment solenoids. completed prior to the applicable
This condition, if not corrected, could paragraph (k) in this AD to provide
possibly result in reduced control of the
compliance times in this AD. Therefore, credit for actions done prior to the
aeroplane, particularly if occurring following we have revised paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), effective date of this AD using Hamilton
a total engine flame out, or during a total loss (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD by removing Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–
of normal electrical power generation. the word ‘‘modify’’ and replacing it with 29–21, dated May 27, 2014. The
Prompted by this unsafe condition, Airbus ‘‘remove the actuator from the RAT, subsequent paragraphs have been
issued Service Bulletin (SB) A330–29–3126, install a modified actuator, and re- redesignated accordingly.
SB A340–29–4097 and SB A340–29–5025, identify the RAT . . . .’’
providing instructions to identify the Request To Change References to a
manufacturer, part number (P/N) and serial Request To Include Review of Certain Related AD
number (s/n) of the RAT actuator, and to Maintenance Records
modify the shimming procedure for the
DAL noted that the ‘‘Related ADs’’
DAL requested that paragraph (g) of section of the NPRM preamble, and
affected RAT actuator. the proposed AD be revised to include
For the reasons described above, this paragraphs (b) and (i) of the proposed
[EASA] AD requires identification of the
a statement that a review of airplane AD, referred to AD 2015–26–02,
affected RAT actuators and, depending on its maintenance records is acceptable to Amendment 39–18350 (80 FR 81174,
configuration (modified or not), the determine the supplier, part number, December 29, 2015) (‘‘AD 2015–26–
accomplishment of applicable corrective and serial number of the installed RAT 02’’), which was superseded by AD
actions [modifying the RAT actuator. actuators if the supplier, part number, 2016–04–01, Amendment 39–18395 (81
Additional actions include re-identifying the and serial number can be conclusively FR 8134, February 18, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–
RAT actuator part number and RAT part determined from that review. DAL
number, as applicable].
04–01’’). DAL suggested that the
stated that it has already modified references to AD 2015–26–02 be
You may examine the MCAI in the airplanes in accordance with the removed and replaced with references
AD docket on the Internet at http:// Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus to AD 2016–04–01.
www.regulations.gov by searching for Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, dated We agree with the commenter’s
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– June 12, 2014, and it tracks the on-wing suggestion. The ‘‘Related ADs’’ section
3983. identification of these RAT components. of the NPRM is not restated in this final
DAL indicated that allowing operators rule, but we have revised paragraphs (b)
Comments to review airplane maintenance records and (i) of this AD to refer to AD 2016–
We gave the public the opportunity to to determine the supplier, part number, 04–01.
participate in developing this AD. The and serial number of the installed RAT
following presents the comments actuators would prevent unnecessary Conclusion
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s work. We reviewed the relevant data,
response to each comment. We do not agree with the commenter’s considered the comments received, and
request. One of the actions included in determined that air safety and the
Request To Change Requirement From
the requirement to determine the public interest require adopting this AD
Modify To Replace
supplier, part number, and serial with the changes described previously
Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that number of an installed RAT actuator is and minor editorial changes. We have
the requirement to modify the RAT looking at the actuator’s identification determined that these minor changes:
actuator in paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) plate. An inspection of the RAT actuator • Are consistent with the intent that
of the proposed AD be changed from is necessary to determine if the was proposed in the NPRM for
‘‘modify the RAT actuator’’ to ‘‘replace identification plate is present. correcting the unsafe condition; and
the RAT actuator.’’ DAL stated that Paragraphs (g)(3) and (h)(3) of this AD • Do not add any additional burden
operators cannot ensure that the require certain actions if the upon the public than was already
removed RAT actuator would be identification plate of a RAT actuator is proposed in the NPRM.
modified by the RAT manufacturer by missing. We have not changed this AD We also determined that these
the compliance time specified in the regarding this issue. changes will not increase the economic
proposed AD. burden on any operator or increase the
We agree to provide clarification Request To Refer To Revised Service
scope of this AD.
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regarding the requirement to modify the Information
RAT actuator, but we do not agree with DAL requested that the references to Related Service Information Under 1
the commenter’s request to change Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin CFR Part 51
‘‘modify’’ to ‘‘replace.’’ The ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, Airbus has issued the following
modification procedures described in be changed to ERPS06M–29–21, service information, which describes
the Accomplishment Instructions of the Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015. DAL procedures for identifying the supplier,
Airbus service information specified in noted that the revised service part number, and serial number of the
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installed RAT actuator; modifying the Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015; and have access to it through their normal
RAT; and re-identifying the RAT ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014. course of business or by the means
actuator and RAT. This service information describes identified in the ADDRESSES section.
• Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, procedures for identifying the affected
dated June 12, 2014. Costs of Compliance
RAT actuator and RAT part numbers
• Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, and serial numbers, modifying affected
dated June 12, 2014. We estimate that this AD affects 84
actuators, and re-identifying affected airplanes of U.S. registry.
• Service Bulletin A340–29–5025,
dated June 16, 2014. RAT actuators and RATs.
We estimate the following costs to
Hamilton Sundstrand has issued This service information is reasonably comply with this AD:
Service Bulletins ERPS06M–29–21, available because the interested parties
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Identification .............. 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ...................................................... None .............. $85 $7,140
We estimate the following costs to do required based on the results of the determining the number of airplanes
any necessary replacements that will be required inspection. We have no way of that might need these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Removal/installation/r re-identification ........................... 14 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,190 ...................... $427,301 $428,491
Authority for This Rulemaking 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (a) Effective Date
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; This AD is effective August 16, 2016.
Title 49 of the United States Code 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue (b) Affected ADs
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); This AD affects the ADs specified in
section 106, describes the authority of paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(2), and (b)(3) of this AD.
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (1) AD 2012–21–19, Amendment 39–17235
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
Alaska; and (77 FR 65812, October 31, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012–
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s 4. Will not have a significant 21–19’’).
authority. economic impact, positive or negative, (2) AD 2012–21–20, Amendment 39–17236
on a substantial number of small entities (77 FR 65799, October 31, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012–
We are issuing this rulemaking under under the criteria of the Regulatory 21–20’’).
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Flexibility Act. (3) AD 2016–04–01, Amendment 39–18395
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (81 FR 8134, February 18, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–
General requirements.’’ Under that List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 04–01’’).
section, Congress charges the FAA with Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (c) Applicability
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in safety, Incorporation by reference, This AD applies to the airplanes identified
air commerce by prescribing regulations Safety. in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(7) of this AD,
for practices, methods, and procedures certificated in any category.
the Administrator finds necessary for Adoption of the Amendment
(1) Airbus Model A330–223F and –243F
safety in air commerce. This regulation Accordingly, under the authority airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers;
is within the scope of that authority delegated to me by the Administrator, except those on which Airbus Modification
because it addresses an unsafe condition the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as 204067 has been embodied in production.
that is likely to exist or develop on follows: (2) Airbus Model A330–201, –202, –203,
products identified in this rulemaking –223, and –243 airplanes, all manufacturer
action. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS serial numbers; except those on which
DIRECTIVES Airbus Modification 204067 has been
Regulatory Findings embodied in production.
(3) Airbus Model A330–301, –302, –303,
We determined that this AD will not ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
–321, –322, –323,– 341, –342, and –343
have federalism implications under continues to read as follows: airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers;
Executive Order 13132. This AD will Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. except those on which Airbus Modification
not have a substantial direct effect on 204067 has been embodied in production.
§ 39.13 [Amended]
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the States, on the relationship between (4) Airbus Model A340–211, –212, and
the national government and the States, ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding –213, airplanes, all manufacturer serial
or on the distribution of power and numbers.
the following new airworthiness
responsibilities among the various (5) Airbus Model A340–311, –312, and
directive (AD): –313 airplanes, all manufacturer serial
levels of government.
2016–14–01 Airbus: Amendment 39–18582. numbers.
For the reasons discussed above, I Docket No. FAA–2016–3983; Directorate (6) Airbus Model A340–541 airplanes, all
certify that this AD: Identifier 2015–NM–009–AD. manufacturer serial numbers.
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Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June airworthy condition. Any substitutions or DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
6, 2014, and the RAT has been re-identified changes to procedures or tests identified as
in accordance with the Accomplishment RC require approval of an AMOC. Federal Aviation Administration
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340–
(m) Related Information
29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. 14 CFR Part 39
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
(k) Credit for Previous Actions Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA [Docket No. FAA–2016–3987; Directorate
(1) This paragraph provides credit for the Airworthiness Directive 2015–0008, dated Identifier 2015–NM–165–AD; Amendment
RAT and RAT actuator identification January 15, 2015, for related information. 39–18580; AD 2016–13–15]
specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
(g)(3) of this AD if that identification was on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov RIN 2120–AA64
performed before the effective date of this AD by searching for and locating Docket No.
using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin FAA–2016–3983. Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, which (2) Service information identified in this Aviation Airplanes
is not incorporated by reference in this AD. AD that is not incorporated by reference is
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the available at the addresses specified in AGENCY: Federal Aviation
RAT or RAT actuator identification and paragraphs (n)(4) and (n)(5) of this AD. Administration (FAA), Department of
modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) of Transportation (DOT).
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
this AD, if those actions were performed ACTION: Final rule.
before the effective date of this AD using (1) The Director of the Federal Register
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin approved the incorporation by reference SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, which (IBR) of the service information listed in this
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
is not incorporated by reference in this AD. paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51. Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions (2) You must use this service information airplanes. This AD was prompted by a
The following provisions also apply to this as applicable to do the actions required by report of improperly drilled bores,
AD: this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. located on upper and lower stiffener
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, joints to the Web at a certain frame. This
(AMOCs): The Manager, International dated June 12, 2014. AD requires a one-time inspection of the
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, bores, and repair if necessary. We are
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to dated June 12, 2014.
issuing this AD to detect and correct an
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–
5025, dated June 16, 2014. unsatisfactory bore that can adversely
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. affect the structural integrity of the
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your (iv) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, airplane.
request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as 2015. DATES: This AD is effective August 16,
appropriate. If sending information directly (v) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
2016.
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014.
(3) For Airbus service information
The Director of the Federal Register
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, approved the incorporation by reference
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS,
Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point of a certain publication listed in this AD
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, as of August 16, 2016.
telephone 425–227–1138; fax 425–227–1149. France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 ADDRESSES: For service information
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- 5 61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330- identified in this final rule, contact
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using A340@airbus.com; Internet http:// Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation,
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate www.airbus.com.
Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South
principal inspector, or lacking a principal (4) For Hamilton Sundstrand service
information identified in this AD, contact Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone: 201–
inspector, the manager of the local flight 440–6700; Internet: http://
standards district office/certificate holding Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical
Publications, Mail Stop 302–9, 4747 Harrison www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may
district office. The AMOC approval letter
must specifically reference this AD. Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125– view this referenced service information
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any 7002; telephone 860–654–3575; fax 860–998– at the FAA, Transport Airplane
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 4564; email tech.solutions@hs.utc.com; Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
actions from a manufacturer, the action must Internet http:// Renton, WA. For information on the
be accomplished using a method approved www.hamiltonsundstrand.com. availability of this material at the FAA,
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– (5) You may view this service information
call 425–227–1221. It is also available
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For on the Internet at http://
the European Aviation Safety Agency www.regulations.gov by searching for
(EASA); or Airbus’s EASA Design information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
the DOA, the approval must include the (6) You may view this service information 3987.
DOA-authorized signature. that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records Examining the AD Docket
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any
Airbus service information contains Administration (NARA). For information on You may examine the AD docket on
procedures or tests that are identified as RC, the availability of this material at NARA, call the Internet at http://
those procedures and tests must be done to 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// www.regulations.gov by searching for
comply with this AD; any procedures or tests www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
that are not identified as RC are locations.html.
3987; or in person at the Docket
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recommended. Those procedures and tests Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 23, Management Facility between 9 a.m.
that are not identified as RC may be deviated 2016. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
from using accepted methods in accordance Dorr M. Anderson,
with the operator’s maintenance or
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane contains this AD, the regulatory
inspection program without obtaining
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. evaluation, any comments received, and
approval of an AMOC, provided the
procedures and tests identified as RC can be [FR Doc. 2016–15929 Filed 7–11–16; 8:45 am] other information. The street address for
done and the airplane can be put back in an BILLING CODE 4910–13–P the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
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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 August 16, 2016. | |
| Contact | Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 44983 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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