81 FR 51325 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 150 (August 4, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 150 (Thursday, August 4, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 51325-51328] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-18168] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-5460; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-188-AD; Amendment 39-18599; AD 2016-16-01] 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, -200, and -300 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a manufacturing defect that affects the durability of affected parts in the cargo and cabin compartment. This AD requires an inspection of affected structural parts in the cargo and cabin compartments to determine if proper heat treatment has been done, and replacement if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent crack initiation and propagation, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage. DATES: This AD is effective September 8, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 8, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office-EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.airbus.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-5460. 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- 5460; 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 all Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, -200, and -300 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 12, 2016 (81 FR 21486) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by a report of a manufacturing defect that affects the durability of affected parts in the cargo and cabin compartment. The NPRM proposed to require an inspection of affected structural parts in the cargo and cabin compartments to determine if proper heat treatment has been done, and replacement if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent crack initiation and propagation, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued European Airworthiness Directive 2015-0212, dated November 4, 2015, to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, -200, and -300 series airplanes. The MCAI states: Airbus quality controls identified that several structural parts, intended for cargo or [[Page 51326]] cabin compartment installation, were manufactured from improperly heat-treated materials. Subsequent review identified that some of those parts were installed on airplanes manufactured between November 2011 and February 2013. From February 2013, Airbus implemented measures into manufacturing processes to ensure detection and to prevent installation of such non-conforming parts. A detailed safety assessment was accomplished to identify the possible impact of affected parts on the airplane structure. The result of this structural analysis demonstrated the capability of the affected structure to sustain static limit loads, but failed to confirm that the affected structures met the certified fatigue life. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to crack initiation and propagation, possibly resulting in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage. To address this potentially unsafe condition, Airbus issued Service Bulletin (SB) SB A330-53-3227 and SB A330-53-3228 to provide inspection instructions for affected cargo and cabin structural parts respectively. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time Special Detailed Inspection (SDI) [eddy current inspection] to measure the electrical conductivity of affected structural parts, to identify the presence or absence of heat treatment, and, depending on findings, corrective action [replacement]. 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- 5460. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for 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. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus has issued the following service information: Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3227, dated August 18, 2015. The service information describes procedures to inspect affected structural parts in the cargo compartment to determine if proper heat treatment has been done, and replacement of parts; and Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3228, dated August 18, 2015. The service information describes procedures to inspect affected structural parts in the cabin compartment to determine if proper heat treatment has been done, and replacement of parts. 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 20 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection........................ 11 work-hours x $85 per $0 $935 $18,700 hour = $935. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that will be required based on the results of the required inspection. We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide the cost of replacement parts for the on-condition actions specified in this AD, nor the cost of repairs. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this action. On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement.......................... 45 work-hours x $85 per Not Available.......... Not Available. hour = $3,825. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all available costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings 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; [[Page 51327]] 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): 2016-16-01 Airbus: Amendment 39-18599; Docket No. FAA-2016-5460; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-188-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 8, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD, certificated in any category, manufacturer serial numbers 1175, 1180, 1287 through 1475 inclusive, 1478, 1480, 1483, and 1506. (1) Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes. (2) Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes. (3) Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of a manufacturing defect (i.e. improperly heat treated materials) that affects the durability of affected parts in the cargo and cabin compartment. We are issuing this AD to prevent crack initiation and propagation, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the fuselage. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection of Affected Structure in the Cargo Compartment Within 72 months since first flight of the airplane, do an eddy current inspection (i.e., conductivity measurement) of affected structural parts in the cargo compartment to determine if proper heat treatment has been done as identified in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3227, dated August 18, 2015. (h) Replacement of Non-Conforming Parts in the Cargo Compartment If, during the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, an affected structural part in the cargo compartment is identified to have a measured value greater than 26 megasiemens per meter (MS/ m), or greater than 44.8% International Annealed Copper Standard (IACS), before further flight, replace the affected structural part with a serviceable part, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3227, dated August 18, 2015. (i) Repair of Non-Conforming Parts in the Cargo Compartment If, during the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, an affected structural part in the cargo compartment is identified to have a measured value other than those specified in Figure A- GFAAA, Sheet 01, ``Inspection Flowchart,'' of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-3227, dated August 18, 2015, before further flight, repair 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). (j) Inspection of Affected Structure in the Cabin Compartment Within 72 months since first flight of the airplane, do an eddy current inspection of affected structural parts in the cabin compartment to determine if proper heat treatment has been done as identified in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3228, dated August 18, 2015. (k) Replacement of Non-Conforming Parts in the Cabin Compartment If, during the inspection required by paragraph (j) of this AD, an affected structural part in the cabin compartment is identified to have a measured value greater than 26 MS/m or greater than 44.8% IACS, before further flight, replace the affected structural part with a serviceable part, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3228, dated August 18, 2015. (l) Repair of Non-Conforming Parts in the Cabin Compartment If, during the inspection required by paragraph (j) of this AD, an affected structural part in the cabin compartment is identified to have a measured value other than those specified in Figure A- GFAAA, Sheet 01, ``Inspection Flowchart,'' of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-3228, dated August 18, 2015, before further flight, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. (m) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1138; fax: 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. 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 EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (n) Related Information Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2015-0212, dated November 4, 2015, for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2016-5460. (o) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. [[Page 51328]] (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 A330-53-3227, dated August 18, 2015. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3228, dated August 18, 2015. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.airbus.com. (4) 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. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 21, 2016. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-18168 Filed 8-3-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(j) Other FAA AD Provisions National Archives and Records For information on the availability of
The following provisions also apply to this Administration (NARA). For information on this material at the FAA, call 425–227–
AD: the availability of this material at NARA, call 1221. It is also available on the Internet
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
at http://www.regulations.gov by
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
locations.html. searching for and locating Docket No.
Certification Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA, FAA–2016–5460.
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 21,
AD, if requested using the procedures found 2016. Examining the AD Docket
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
Michael Kaszycki, You may examine the AD docket on
39.19, send your request to your principal
inspector or local Flight Standards District Acting Manager, Transport Airplane the Internet at http://
Office, as appropriate. If sending information Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. www.regulations.gov by searching for
directly to the ACO, send it to ATTN: [FR Doc. 2016–18172 Filed 8–3–16; 8:45 am] and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
Program Manager, Continuing Operational BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 5460; or in person at the Docket
Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Management Facility between 9 a.m.
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590;
telephone 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Before using any approved AMOC, notify
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION except Federal holidays. The AD docket
your appropriate principal inspector, or contains this AD, the regulatory
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of Federal Aviation Administration evaluation, any comments received, and
the local flight standards district office/ other information. The street address for
certificate holding district office. The AMOC 14 CFR Part 39 the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
approval letter must specifically reference 5527) is Docket Management Facility,
[Docket No. FAA–2016–5460; Directorate
this AD.
Identifier 2015–NM–188–AD; Amendment U.S. Department of Transportation,
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
39–18599; AD 2016–16–01] Docket Operations, M–30, West
actions from a manufacturer, the action must RIN 2120–AA64
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
be accomplished using a method approved 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170, Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Washington, DC 20590.
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation Airplanes FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by AGENCY: Federal Aviation
the DAO, the approval must include the International Branch, ANM–116,
Administration (FAA), Department of Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
DAO-authorized signature.
Transportation (DOT). 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
(k) Related Information ACTION: Final rule. 98057–3356; telephone: 425–227–1138;
Refer to Mandatory Continuing fax: 425–227–1149.
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Airworthiness Directive CF–2015–25, dated airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
September 10, 2015, for related information. Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter, Discussion
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket –200, and –300 series airplanes. This
on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov We issued a notice of proposed
AD was prompted by a report of a rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2016–5459. manufacturing defect that affects the part 39 by adding an AD that would
durability of affected parts in the cargo apply to all Airbus Model A330–200
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference and cabin compartment. This AD Freighter, –200, and –300 series
(1) The Director of the Federal Register requires an inspection of affected
approved the incorporation by reference airplanes. The NPRM published in the
structural parts in the cargo and cabin Federal Register on April 12, 2016 (81
(IBR) of the service information listed in this compartments to determine if proper
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR FR 21486) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM
heat treatment has been done, and was prompted by a report of a
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information replacement if necessary. We are issuing manufacturing defect that affects the
as applicable to do the actions required by this AD to prevent crack initiation and durability of affected parts in the cargo
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. propagation, which could result in and cabin compartment. The NPRM
(i) Bombardier, Inc. Service Bulletin 700– reduced structural integrity of the proposed to require an inspection of
35–013, Revision 01, dated July 22, 2015. fuselage.
(ii) Bombardier, Inc. Service Bulletin 700– affected structural parts in the cargo and
35–5001, Revision 01, dated July 22, 2015. DATES: This AD is effective September 8, cabin compartments to determine if
(iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–35– 2016. proper heat treatment has been done,
6001, Revision 01, dated July 22, 2015. The Director of the Federal Register and replacement if necessary. We are
(iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700– approved the incorporation by reference issuing this AD to prevent crack
1A11–35–012, Revision 01, dated July 22, of certain publications listed in this AD initiation and propagation, which could
2015. as of September 8, 2016. result in reduced structural integrity of
(3) For service information identified in
ADDRESSES: For service information the fuselage.
this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-
Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, identified in this final rule, contact The European Aviation Safety Agency
Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514– Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office–EAL, (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
855–7401; email thd.crj@ 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 for the Member States of the European
aero.bombardier.com; Internet http:// Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 Union, has issued European
www.bombardier.com. 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; Airworthiness Directive 2015–0212,
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(4) You may view this service information email: airworthiness.A330-A340@ dated November 4, 2015, to correct an
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, unsafe condition for all Airbus Model
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
airbus.com; Internet: http://
www.airbus.com. You may view this A330–200 Freighter, –200, and –300
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. referenced service information at the series airplanes. The MCAI states:
(5) You may view this service information FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, Airbus quality controls identified that
that is incorporated by reference at the 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. several structural parts, intended for cargo or
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cabin compartment installation, were treatment, and, depending on findings, Related Service Information Under 1
manufactured from improperly heat-treated corrective action [replacement]. CFR Part 51
materials. Subsequent review identified that
some of those parts were installed on You may examine the MCAI in the Airbus has issued the following
airplanes manufactured between November AD docket on the Internet at http:// service information:
2011 and February 2013. From February www.regulations.gov by searching for • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
2013, Airbus implemented measures into 3227, dated August 18, 2015. The
manufacturing processes to ensure detection
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
5460. service information describes
and to prevent installation of such non-
procedures to inspect affected structural
conforming parts. Comments
A detailed safety assessment was parts in the cargo compartment to
accomplished to identify the possible impact determine if proper heat treatment has
We gave the public the opportunity to been done, and replacement of parts;
of affected parts on the airplane structure.
The result of this structural analysis
participate in developing this AD. We and
demonstrated the capability of the affected received no comments on the NPRM or • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
structure to sustain static limit loads, but on the determination of the cost to the 3228, dated August 18, 2015. The
failed to confirm that the affected structures public. service information describes
met the certified fatigue life.
Conclusion procedures to inspect affected structural
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to crack initiation and parts in the cabin compartment to
propagation, possibly resulting in reduced We reviewed the relevant data and determine if proper heat treatment has
structural integrity of the fuselage. determined that air safety and the been done, and replacement of parts.
To address this potentially unsafe public interest require adopting this AD This service information is reasonably
condition, Airbus issued Service Bulletin as proposed except for minor editorial available because the interested parties
(SB) SB A330–53–3227 and SB A330–53– changes. We have determined that these have access to it through their normal
3228 to provide inspection instructions for course of business or by the means
affected cargo and cabin structural parts
minor changes:
identified in the ADDRESSES section.
respectively. • Are consistent with the intent that
For the reasons described above, this was proposed in the NPRM for Costs of Compliance
[EASA] AD requires a one-time Special correcting the unsafe condition; and
Detailed Inspection (SDI) [eddy current We estimate that this AD affects 20
inspection] to measure the electrical • Do not add any additional burden airplanes of U.S. registry.
conductivity of affected structural parts, to upon the public than was already We estimate the following costs to
identify the presence or absence of heat proposed in the NPRM. comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection ........................................................ 11 work-hours × $85 per hour = $935 ........... $0 $935 $18,700
We estimate the following costs to do no definitive data that will enable us to no way of determining the number of
any necessary replacements that will be provide the cost of replacement parts for aircraft that might need this action.
required based on the results of the the on-condition actions specified in
required inspection. We have received this AD, nor the cost of repairs. We have
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
Replacement .................................. 45 work-hours × $85 per hour = Not Available ................................ Not Available.
$3,825.
According to the manufacturer, some detail the scope of the Agency’s products identified in this rulemaking
of the costs of this AD may be covered authority. action.
under warranty, thereby reducing the We are issuing this rulemaking under Regulatory Findings
cost impact on affected individuals. We the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
do not control warranty coverage for We determined that this AD will not
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: have federalism implications under
affected individuals. As a result, we General requirements.’’ Under that
have included all available costs in our Executive Order 13132. This AD will
section, Congress charges the FAA with not have a substantial direct effect on
cost estimate. promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in the States, on the relationship between
Authority for This Rulemaking air commerce by prescribing regulations the national government and the States,
for practices, methods, and procedures or on the distribution of power and
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Title 49 of the United States Code the Administrator finds necessary for responsibilities among the various
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue safety in air commerce. This regulation levels of government.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, is within the scope of that authority For the reasons discussed above, I
section 106, describes the authority of because it addresses an unsafe condition certify that this AD:
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: that is likely to exist or develop on 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
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2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (g) Inspection of Affected Structure in the August 18, 2015, before further flight, repair
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Cargo Compartment using a method approved by the Manager,
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Within 72 months since first flight of the International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in airplane, do an eddy current inspection (i.e., Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or
Alaska; and conductivity measurement) of affected Airbus’s EASA DOA.
4. Will not have a significant structural parts in the cargo compartment to (m) Other FAA AD Provisions
economic impact, positive or negative, determine if proper heat treatment has been
done as identified in, and in accordance The following provisions also apply to this
on a substantial number of small entities AD:
under the criteria of the Regulatory with, the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3227, (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Flexibility Act. dated August 18, 2015. (AMOCs): The Manager, International
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
(h) Replacement of Non-Conforming Parts in Directorate, FAA, has the authority to
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation the Cargo Compartment approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
safety, Incorporation by reference, If, during the inspection required by using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Safety. paragraph (g) of this AD, an affected In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
structural part in the cargo compartment is request to your principal inspector or local
Adoption of the Amendment identified to have a measured value greater Flight Standards District Office, as
Accordingly, under the authority than 26 megasiemens per meter (MS/m), or appropriate. If sending information directly
delegated to me by the Administrator, greater than 44.8% International Annealed to the International Branch, send it to ATTN:
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Copper Standard (IACS), before further flight, Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
follows: replace the affected structural part with a International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
serviceable part, in accordance with the Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
DIRECTIVES Service Bulletin A330–53–3227, dated telephone: 425–227–1138; fax: 425–227–
August 18, 2015. 1149. Information may be emailed to: 9-
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (i) Repair of Non-Conforming Parts in the ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov.
continues to read as follows: Cargo Compartment Before using any approved AMOC, notify
your appropriate principal inspector, or
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. If, during the inspection required by lacking a principal inspector, the manager of
paragraph (g) of this AD, an affected the local flight standards district office/
§ 39.13 [Amended] structural part in the cargo compartment is certificate holding district office. The AMOC
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding identified to have a measured value other approval letter must specifically reference
than those specified in Figure A–GFAAA,
the following new airworthiness this AD.
Sheet 01, ‘‘Inspection Flowchart,’’ of Airbus
directive (AD): (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
Service Bulletin A320–53–3227, dated
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
2016–16–01 Airbus: Amendment 39–18599; August 18, 2015, before further flight, repair
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
Docket No. FAA–2016–5460; Directorate using a method approved by the Manager,
be accomplished using a method approved
Identifier 2015–NM–188–AD. International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European
(a) Effective Date 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus’s
This AD is effective September 8, 2016. the EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA).
approved by the DOA, the approval must
(b) Affected ADs (j) Inspection of Affected Structure in the include the DOA-authorized signature.
None. Cabin Compartment (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any
Within 72 months since first flight of the service information contains procedures or
(c) Applicability tests that are identified as RC, those
airplane, do an eddy current inspection of
This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes affected structural parts in the cabin procedures and tests must be done to comply
identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and compartment to determine if proper heat with this AD; any procedures or tests that are
(c)(3) of this AD, certificated in any category, treatment has been done as identified in, and not identified as RC are recommended. Those
manufacturer serial numbers 1175, 1180, in accordance with, the Accomplishment procedures and tests that are not identified
1287 through 1475 inclusive, 1478, 1480, Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– as RC may be deviated from using accepted
1483, and 1506. 53–3228, dated August 18, 2015. methods in accordance with the operator’s
(1) Model A330–223F and –243F airplanes. maintenance or inspection program without
(2) Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223, and (k) Replacement of Non-Conforming Parts in obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
–243 airplanes. the Cabin Compartment the procedures and tests identified as RC can
(3) Model A330–301, –302, –303, –321, If, during the inspection required by be done and the airplane can be put back in
–322, –323, –341, –342, and –343 airplanes. paragraph (j) of this AD, an affected an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or
(d) Subject structural part in the cabin compartment is changes to procedures or tests identified as
identified to have a measured value greater RC require approval of an AMOC.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53, Fuselage. than 26 MS/m or greater than 44.8% IACS,
(n) Related Information
before further flight, replace the affected
(e) Reason structural part with a serviceable part, in Refer to Mandatory Continuing
This AD was prompted by a report of a accordance with the Accomplishment Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
manufacturing defect (i.e. improperly heat Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– 2015–0212, dated November 4, 2015, for
treated materials) that affects the durability of 53–3228, dated August 18, 2015. related information. You may examine the
affected parts in the cargo and cabin MCAI on the Internet at http://
(l) Repair of Non-Conforming Parts in the www.regulations.gov by searching for and
compartment. We are issuing this AD to Cabin Compartment
prevent crack initiation and propagation, locating Docket No. FAA–2016–5460.
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
which could result in reduced structural If, during the inspection required by
paragraph (j) of this AD, an affected (o) Material Incorporated by Reference
integrity of the fuselage.
structural part in the cabin compartment is (1) The Director of the Federal Register
(f) Compliance identified to have a measured value other approved the incorporation by reference
Comply with this AD within the than those specified in Figure A–GFAAA, (IBR) of the service information listed in this
compliance times specified, unless already Sheet 01, ‘‘Inspection Flowchart,’’ of Airbus paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
done. Service Bulletin A320–53–3228, dated part 51.
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(2) You must use this service information sealant to cover the nuts, washers, and Discussion
as applicable to do the actions required by stud ends at the FQTU attachments in
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. each main wing tank. This AD also We issued a notice of proposed
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3227, requires revising the maintenance or rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
dated August 18, 2015. part 39 by adding an AD that would
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3228,
inspection program, as applicable, by
incorporating a fuel airworthiness apply to all Fokker Services B.V. Model
dated August 18, 2015.
limitation item and a critical design F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness configuration control limitation airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, (CDCCL). We are issuing this AD to Federal Register on January 20, 2016
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 prevent an ignition source in the wing (81 FR 3056) (‘‘the NPRM’’).
5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: fuel tank vapor space, which could The European Aviation Safety Agency
airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com; result in a wing fuel tank explosion and (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
Internet: http://www.airbus.com. consequent loss of the airplane. for the Member States of the European
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, DATES: This AD is effective September 8, Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For 2016. Directive 2014–0106, dated May 7, 2014
information on the availability of this (referred to after this the Mandatory
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
The Director of the Federal Register Continuing Airworthiness Information,
(5) You may view this service information approved the incorporation by reference or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
that is incorporated by reference at the of certain publications listed in this AD condition for all Fokker Services B.V.
National Archives and Records as of September 8, 2016. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and
Administration (NARA). For information on 4000 airplanes. The MCAI states:
ADDRESSES: For service information
the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// identified in this final rule, contact Prompted by an accident * * *, the
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- Fokker Services B.V., Technical Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
locations.html. Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL published Special Federal Aviation
Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone Regulation (SFAR) 88 [(66 FR 23086, May 7,
Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 21,
+31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31 (0)88– 2001)], and the Joint Aviation Authorities
2016.
6280–111; email technicalservices@ (JAA) published Interim Policy INT/POL/25/
Michael Kaszycki, 12.
fokker.com; Internet http://
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane The review conducted by Fokker Services
www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may view
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. on the Fokker F28 design, in response to
this referenced service information at
[FR Doc. 2016–18168 Filed 8–3–16; 8:45 am] these regulations, revealed that insufficient
the FAA, Transport Airplane measures were taken to ensure the correct
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., locking of the attachments of the Fuel
Renton, WA. For information on the Quantity Tank Units (FQTUs). When a FQTU
availability of this material at the FAA, becomes loose, this could lead to insufficient
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
call 425–227–1221. It is also available clearance between the FQTU and the
Federal Aviation Administration on the Internet at http:// adjacent tank structure or other metal parts
www.regulations.gov by searching for and, under certain conditions, create an
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– ignition source inside the wing fuel tank
14 CFR Part 39 vapour space.
8469.
[Docket No. FAA–2015–8469; Directorate This condition, if not detected and
Identifier 2014–NM–105–AD; Amendment Examining the AD Docket corrected, could result in a wing fuel tank
39–18602; AD 2016–16–04] explosion and consequent loss of the
You may examine the AD docket on aeroplane.
RIN 2120–AA64 the Internet at http:// To address this potential unsafe condition,
www.regulations.gov by searching for Fokker Services developed a modification to
Airworthiness Directives; Fokker and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– ensure that each FQTU remains properly
Services B.V. Airplanes 8469; or in person at the Docket attached.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Management Facility between 9 a.m. For the reasons described above, this
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, [EASA] AD requires the application of
Administration (FAA), Department of sealant covering the nuts, washers and stud
Transportation (DOT). except Federal holidays. The AD docket
ends at the FQTU attachment in each wing
ACTION: Final rule. contains this AD, the regulatory tank [and a revision to the maintenance or
evaluation, any comments received, and inspection program, as applicable, to
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new other information. The street address for incorporate a fuel airworthiness limitation
airworthiness directive (AD) for all the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– item and a CDCCL]. More information on this
Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 5527) is Docket Management Facility, subject can be found in Fokker Services All
1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes. U.S. Department of Transportation, Operators Message AOF28.038#02.
This AD was prompted by a design Docket Operations, M–30, West
review that revealed insufficient Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, You may examine the MCAI in the
measures were taken to ensure the 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., AD docket on the Internet at http://
correct locking of the attachments of the Washington, DC 20590. www.regulations.gov by searching for
fuel quantity tank units (FQTUs) in each and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
wing tank. When an FQTU becomes FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom 8469.
loose, this could lead to insufficient Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
Comments
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
clearance between the FQTU and the International Branch, ANM–116,
adjacent tank structure or other metal Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, We gave the public the opportunity to
parts, and under certain conditions, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA participate in developing this AD. We
create an ignition source inside the wing 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1137; received no comments on the NPRM or
fuel vapor space. This AD requires fax 425–227–1149. on the determination of the cost to the
modifying the FQTUs by applying SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: public.
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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 September 8, 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 51325 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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