81 FR 51328 - Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 150 (August 4, 2016)

Page Range		51328-51330
FR Document		2016-18171

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed insufficient measures were taken to ensure the correct locking of the attachments of the fuel quantity tank units (FQTUs) in each wing tank. When an FQTU becomes loose, this could lead to insufficient clearance between the FQTU and the adjacent tank structure or other metal parts, and under certain conditions, create an ignition source inside the wing fuel vapor space. This AD requires modifying the FQTUs by applying sealant to cover the nuts, washers, and stud ends at the FQTU attachments in each main wing tank. This AD also requires revising the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, by incorporating a fuel airworthiness limitation item and a critical design configuration control limitation (CDCCL). We are issuing this AD to prevent an ignition source in the wing fuel tank vapor space, which could result in a wing fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2015-8469; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-105-AD; 
Amendment 39-18602; AD 2016-16-04]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 
airplanes. This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed 
insufficient measures were taken to ensure the correct locking of the 
attachments of the fuel quantity tank units (FQTUs) in each wing tank. 
When an FQTU becomes loose, this could lead to insufficient clearance 
between the FQTU and the adjacent tank structure or other metal parts, 
and under certain conditions, create an ignition source inside the wing 
fuel vapor space. This AD requires modifying the FQTUs by applying 
sealant to cover the nuts, washers, and stud ends at the FQTU 
attachments in each main wing tank. This AD also requires revising the 
maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, by incorporating a 
fuel airworthiness limitation item and a critical design configuration 
control limitation (CDCCL). We are issuing this AD to prevent an 
ignition source in the wing fuel tank vapor space, which could result 
in a wing fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.

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 Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 
2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax 
+31 (0)88-6280-111; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may view this referenced service 
information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind 
Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this 
material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the 
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating 
Docket No. FAA-2015-8469.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
8469; 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: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; 
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 Fokker Services B.V. 
Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes. The NPRM 
published in the Federal Register on January 20, 2016 (81 FR 3056) 
(``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 2014-0106, dated May 7, 2014 (referred to after 
this the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the 
MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Fokker Services B.V. 
Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes. The MCAI states:

    Prompted by an accident * * *, the Federal Aviation 
Administration (FAA) published Special Federal Aviation Regulation 
(SFAR) 88 [(66 FR 23086, May 7, 2001)], and the Joint Aviation 
Authorities (JAA) published Interim Policy INT/POL/25/12.
    The review conducted by Fokker Services on the Fokker F28 
design, in response to these regulations, revealed that insufficient 
measures were taken to ensure the correct locking of the attachments 
of the Fuel Quantity Tank Units (FQTUs). When a FQTU becomes loose, 
this could lead to insufficient clearance between the FQTU and the 
adjacent tank structure or other metal parts and, under certain 
conditions, create an ignition source inside the wing fuel tank 
vapour space.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could result in a 
wing fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the aeroplane.
    To address this potential unsafe condition, Fokker Services 
developed a modification to ensure that each FQTU remains properly 
attached.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires the 
application of sealant covering the nuts, washers and stud ends at 
the FQTU attachment in each wing tank [and a revision to the 
maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate a 
fuel airworthiness limitation item and a CDCCL]. More information on 
this subject can be found in Fokker Services All Operators Message 
AOF28.038#02.

    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-2015-
8469.

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.

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Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data 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.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Fokker Services B.V. has issued Service Bulletin SBF28-28-050, 
Revision 3, dated December 11, 2014. The service information describes 
the fuel airworthiness limitation item and the CDCCL. Fokker Services 
B.V. has also issued Service Bulletin SBF28-28-054, Revision 1, dated 
January 9, 2014, which describes procedures for applying sealant to the 
attachment nuts, washers, and stud ends of the FQTU; and Manual Change 
Notification--Maintenance Documentation MCNM-F28-037, Rev 1, dated 
January 9, 2014, which describes related changes in the affected 
maintenance documents.
    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 5 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S.
              Action                        Labor cost            Parts cost        product         operators
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Modification and maintenance        7 work-hours x $85 per                 $0             $595           $2,975
 program revision.                   hour = $595.
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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):

2016-16-04 Fokker Services B.V.: Amendment 39-18602; Docket No. FAA-
2015-8469; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-105-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective September 8, 2016.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 
2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes, certificated in any category, all 
serial numbers.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed 
insufficient measures were taken to ensure the correct locking of 
the attachments of the fuel quantity tank units (FQTUs) in each wing 
tank. When an FQTU becomes loose, this could lead to insufficient 
clearance between the FQTU and the adjacent tank structure or other 
metal parts, and under certain conditions, create an ignition source 
inside the wing fuel vapor space. We are issuing this AD to prevent 
an ignition source in the wing fuel tank vapor space, which could 
result in a wing fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the 
airplane.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Modification of the FQTUs

    At the next scheduled opening of the fuel tanks after the 
effective date of this AD, but no later than 84 months after the 
effective date of this AD, modify the FQTU in each main wing tank by 
applying sealant to cover the nuts, washers, and stud ends of the 
FQTU attachments, and do an inspection for leakage of the tank 
access panels, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-054, Revision 1, dated January 9, 
2014; and the information in Fokker Manual Change Notification--
Maintenance Documentation MCNM-F28-037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 
2014. If any fuel leakage is found, before further flight, reapply 
the sealant, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-054, Revision 1, dated January 9, 
2014; and the information in Fokker Manual Change Notification--
Maintenance Documentation MCNM-F28-037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 
2014.

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(h) Revision of Maintenance or Inspection Program

    Before further flight after completing the modification 
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, or within 30 days after the 
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Revise the 
airplane maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, by 
incorporating the fuel airworthiness limitation item and critical 
design configuration control limitation (CDCCL) specified in 
paragraph 1.L.(1)(c) of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-054, 
Revision 1, dated January 9, 2014. The initial compliance times for 
these tasks are at the latest of the times specified in paragraphs 
(h)(1), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD.
    (1) At the applicable time specified in Fokker Service Bulletin 
SBF28-28-050, Revision 3, dated December 11, 2014.
    (2) Before further flight after completing the modification 
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD.
    (3) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD.

(i) No Alternative Actions, Intervals, and CDCCLs

    After accomplishing the revision required by paragraph (h) of 
this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections), intervals, or 
CDCCLs may be used unless the actions, intervals, or CDCCLs are 
approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance 
with the procedures specified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD.

(j) Credit for Previous Actions

    This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph 
(g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective 
date of this AD using Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-054, dated 
June 30, 2010.

(k) 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: Tom 
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, 
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; 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.
    (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 Fokker Services B.V.'s 
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the 
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.

(l) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0106, dated May 7, 2014, 
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-2015-8469.
    (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not 
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in 
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.

(m) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed 
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Fokker Manual Change Notification--Maintenance Documentation 
MCNM-F28-037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014.
    (ii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-050, Revision 3, dated 
December 11, 2014.
    (iii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-054, Revision 1, dated 
January 9, 2014.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 
EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31 
(0)88-6280-111; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.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. 2016-18171 Filed 8-3-16; 8:45 am]
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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
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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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Conclusion Related Service Information Under 1 Maintenance Documentation MCNM–
CFR Part 51 F28–037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014,
We reviewed the relevant data and which describes related changes in the
determined that air safety and the Fokker Services B.V. has issued affected maintenance documents.
public interest require adopting this AD Service Bulletin SBF28–28–050, This service information is reasonably
with the changes described previously Revision 3, dated December 11, 2014. available because the interested parties
and minor editorial changes. We have The service information describes the have access to it through their normal
determined that these minor changes: fuel airworthiness limitation item and course of business or by the means
• Are consistent with the intent that the CDCCL. Fokker Services B.V. has identified in the ADDRESSES section.
was proposed in the NPRM for also issued Service Bulletin SBF28–28–
054, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2014, Costs of Compliance
correcting the unsafe condition; and
which describes procedures for We estimate that this AD affects 5
• Do not add any additional burden applying sealant to the attachment nuts, airplanes of U.S. registry.
upon the public than was already washers, and stud ends of the FQTU; We estimate the following costs to
proposed in the NPRM. and Manual Change Notification— comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators

Modification and maintenance program revi- 7 work-hours × $85 per hour = $595 ............. $0 $595 $2,975
sion.

Authority for This Rulemaking 4. Will not have a significant (d) Subject
Title 49 of the United States Code economic impact, positive or negative, Air Transport Association (ATA) of
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue on a substantial number of small entities America Code 28, Fuel.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, under the criteria of the Regulatory (e) Reason
section 106, describes the authority of Flexibility Act.
This AD was prompted by a design review
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 that revealed insufficient measures were
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more taken to ensure the correct locking of the
detail the scope of the Agency’s Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation attachments of the fuel quantity tank units
authority. safety, Incorporation by reference, (FQTUs) in each wing tank. When an FQTU
We are issuing this rulemaking under Safety. becomes loose, this could lead to insufficient
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, clearance between the FQTU and the
Adoption of the Amendment adjacent tank structure or other metal parts,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: and under certain conditions, create an
General requirements.’’ Under that Accordingly, under the authority ignition source inside the wing fuel vapor
section, Congress charges the FAA with delegated to me by the Administrator, space. We are issuing this AD to prevent an
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as ignition source in the wing fuel tank vapor
air commerce by prescribing regulations follows: space, which could result in a wing fuel tank
for practices, methods, and procedures explosion and consequent loss of the
the Administrator finds necessary for PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS airplane.
safety in air commerce. This regulation DIRECTIVES (f) Compliance
is within the scope of that authority Comply with this AD within the
because it addresses an unsafe condition ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 compliance times specified, unless already
that is likely to exist or develop on continues to read as follows: done.
products identified in this rulemaking
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (g) Modification of the FQTUs
action.
At the next scheduled opening of the fuel
Regulatory Findings § 39.13 [Amended]
tanks after the effective date of this AD, but
We determined that this AD will not ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding no later than 84 months after the effective
date of this AD, modify the FQTU in each
have federalism implications under the following new airworthiness
main wing tank by applying sealant to cover
Executive Order 13132. This AD will directive (AD): the nuts, washers, and stud ends of the FQTU
not have a substantial direct effect on 2016–16–04 Fokker Services B.V.: attachments, and do an inspection for leakage
the States, on the relationship between Amendment 39–18602; Docket No. of the tank access panels, in accordance with
the national government and the States, FAA–2015–8469; Directorate Identifier the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker
or on the distribution of power and 2014–NM–105–AD. Service Bulletin SBF28–28–054, Revision 1,
responsibilities among the various dated January 9, 2014; and the information in
(a) Effective Date Fokker Manual Change Notification—
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I This AD is effective September 8, 2016. Maintenance Documentation MCNM–F28–
certify that this AD: 037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014. If any fuel
(b) Affected ADs leakage is found, before further flight,
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
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None. reapply the sealant, in accordance with the
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (c) Applicability Service Bulletin SBF28–28–054, Revision 1,
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V. dated January 9, 2014; and the information in
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Fokker Manual Change Notification—
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in airplanes, certificated in any category, all Maintenance Documentation MCNM–F28–
Alaska; and serial numbers. 037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014.

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(h) Revision of Maintenance or Inspection the European Aviation Safety Agency DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Program (EASA); or Fokker Services B.V.’s EASA
Before further flight after completing the Design Organization Approval (DOA). If Federal Aviation Administration
modification specified in paragraph (g) of approved by the DOA, the approval must
this AD, or within 30 days after the effective include the DOA-authorized signature. 14 CFR Part 39
date of this AD, whichever occurs later:
Revise the airplane maintenance or (l) Related Information [Docket No. FAA–2016–8838; Directorate
inspection program, as applicable, by (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Identifier 2016–CE–020–AD; Amendment
incorporating the fuel airworthiness 39–18601; AD 2016–16–03]
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
limitation item and critical design Airworthiness Directive 2014–0106, dated RIN 2120–AA64
configuration control limitation (CDCCL)
May 7, 2014, for related information. This
specified in paragraph 1.L.(1)(c) of Fokker Airworthiness Directives; Pacific
Service Bulletin SBF28–28–054, Revision 1, MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
dated January 9, 2014. The initial compliance Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by Aerospace Limited Airplanes
times for these tasks are at the latest of the searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
times specified in paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), 2015–8469.
(2) Service information identified in this
Administration (FAA), DOT.
and (h)(3) of this AD.
(1) At the applicable time specified in AD that is not incorporated by reference is ACTION: Final rule; request for
Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28–28–050, available at the addresses specified in comments.
Revision 3, dated December 11, 2014. paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.
(2) Before further flight after completing SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
the modification specified in paragraph (g) of (m) Material Incorporated by Reference airworthiness directive (AD) for Pacific
this AD. (1) The Director of the Federal Register Aerospace Limited Models FU24–954
(3) Within 30 days after the effective date and FU24A–954 airplanes. This AD
approved the incorporation by reference
of this AD. results from mandatory continuing
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
(i) No Alternative Actions, Intervals, and paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR airworthiness information (MCAI)
CDCCLs part 51. issued by the aviation authority of
After accomplishing the revision required (2) You must use this service information another country to identify and correct
by paragraph (h) of this AD, no alternative as applicable to do the actions required by an unsafe condition on an aviation
actions (e.g., inspections), intervals, or this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
CDCCLs may be used unless the actions, (i) Fokker Manual Change Notification— condition as cracked elevator torque
intervals, or CDCCLs are approved as an Maintenance Documentation MCNM–F28– tubes. We are issuing this AD to require
alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in 037, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014. actions to address the unsafe condition
accordance with the procedures specified in on these products.
(ii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28–28–050,
paragraph (k)(1) of this AD.
Revision 3, dated December 11, 2014. DATES: This AD is effective September 8,
(j) Credit for Previous Actions (iii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28–28– 2016.
This paragraph provides credit for actions 054, Revision 1, dated January 9, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those (3) For service information identified in approved the incorporation by reference
actions were performed before the effective this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V., of certain publication listed in this AD
date of this AD using Fokker Service Bulletin Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, as of September 8, 2016.
SBF28–28–054, dated June 30, 2010. 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; We must receive comments on this
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions telephone +31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31 AD by September 19, 2016.
(0)88–6280–111; email technicalservices@
The following provisions also apply to this ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
AD: fokker.com; Internet http://
www.myfokkerfleet.com.
any of the following methods:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(4) You may view this service information
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
(AMOCs): The Manager, International http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For instructions for submitting comments.
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested information on the availability of this • Fax: (202) 493–2251.
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. • Mail: U.S. Department of
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your (5) You may view this service information Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
request to your principal inspector or local that is incorporated by reference at the 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Flight Standards District Office, as National Archives and Records W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
appropriate. If sending information directly Washington, DC 20590.
Administration (NARA). For information on
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN:
the availability of this material at NARA, call • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; locations.html. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149. Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 21,
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
2016.
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using except Federal holidays.
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate Michael Kaszycki, For service information identified in
principal inspector, or lacking a principal Acting Manager, Transport Airplane this AD, contact Pacific Aerospace
inspector, the manager of the local flight Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. Limited, Airport Road, Hamilton,
standards district office/certificate holding [FR Doc. 2016–18171 Filed 8–3–16; 8:45 am] Private Bag 3027, Hamilton 3240, New
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district office.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Zealand; telephone: +64 7 843 6144;
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective facsimile: +64 7 843 6134; email:
actions from a manufacturer, the action must pacific@aerospace.co.nz; Internet:
be accomplished using a method approved www.aerospace.co.nz. You may review
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– copies of the referenced service
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or information at the FAA, Small Airplane

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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		Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149.
FR Citation		81 FR 51328
RIN Number		2120-AA64
CFR Associated		Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety

81 FR 51328 - Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONFederal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 150 (August 4, 2016)

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