81 FR 55362 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 161 (August 19, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 161 (August 19, 2016)
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 161 (Friday, August 19, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 55362-55366] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-19481] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-8463; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-226-AD; Amendment 39-18612; AD 2016-16-14] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-20-11, for all Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. AD 2013-20-11 required modifying the passenger emergency oxygen container assembly. This new AD expands the affected group of oxygen containers to include those labeled ``DAe Systems.'' This AD was prompted by a determination that the unsafe condition also affects oxygen containers labeled ``DAe Systems.'' We are issuing this AD to prevent a high temperature oxygen generator and mask from falling down and possibly resulting in an ignition source in the passenger compartment, injury to passengers, and reduced availability of supplemental oxygen. DATES: This AD is effective September 23, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of December 2, 2013 (78 FR 64162, October 28, 2013). ADDRESSES: For Airbus service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; 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-2015- 8463. 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- 8463; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (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: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, [[Page 55363]] Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2013-20-11, Amendment 39-17617 (78 FR 64162, October 28, 2013) (``AD 2013-20-11''). AD 2013-20-11 applied to all Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on January 20, 2016 (81 FR 3061) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by a determination that the unsafe condition also affects oxygen containers labeled ``DAe Systems.'' The NPRM proposed to continue to require modifying the passenger emergency oxygen container assembly. The NPRM also proposed to expand the affected group of oxygen containers to include those labeled ``DAe Systems.'' We are issuing this AD to prevent a high temperature oxygen generator and mask from falling down and possibly resulting in an ignition source in the passenger compartment, injury to passengers, and reduced availability of supplemental oxygen. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2014-0207, dated September 16, 2014 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition. The MCAI states: It was determined that oxygen generators, installed on a specific batch of Type 1 (22 min) passenger emergency oxygen container assemblies, may become detached by extreme pulling of the mask tube at the end of oxygen supply. Investigations revealed that such detachment can be caused by the increase in temperature towards the end of the generator operation, which may weaken the plastic housing in the attachment area of the bracket. This condition, if not corrected, could make the rivets slip through the plastic housing, causing a `hot' oxygen generator and mask to fall down, possibly resulting in injury to passengers. To address this potential unsafe condition, EASA issued AD 2012- 0055 (later revised) [which corresponds to FAA AD 2013-20-11, Amendment 39-17617 (78 FR 64162, October 28, 2013)] to require modification of the affected oxygen container assemblies. That [EASA] AD also prohibited installation of unmodified containers on any aeroplane as replacement parts. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, it was found that the affected containers have not only been marked with company name B/E Aerospace, as was specified, but also, for a brief period, with the former company name DAe Systems. For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2012-0055R1, which is superseded, and expands the affected group of containers to include those that have the name ``DAe Systems'' on the identification plate. This [EASA] AD also clearly separates the serial number (s/n) groups of containers into those manufactured by B/E Aerospace and those manufactured by DAe Systems, for which additional compliance time is provided. 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- 8463. 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 available 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. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 4 airplanes of U.S. registry. The actions required by AD 2013-20-11 and retained in this AD take about 2 work-hours per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that are required by AD 2013-20-11 is $170 per product. We also estimate that it would take about 2 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $680, or $170 per product. 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; 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-20-11, Amendment 39-17617 (78 [[Page 55364]] FR 64162, October 28, 2013), and adding the following new AD: 2016-16-14 Airbus: Amendment 39-18612; Docket No. FAA-2015-8463; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-226-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 23, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2013-20-11, Amendment 39-17617 (78 FR 64162, October 28, 2013) (``AD 2013-20-11''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes, certificated in any category, specified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(4) of this AD, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Airbus Model A318-111, -112, -121, and -122 airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes. (3) Airbus Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes. (4) Airbus Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 35, Oxygen. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a determination that oxygen generators installed on a certain batch of passenger emergency oxygen container assemblies might become detached by extreme pulling of the mask tube at the end of the oxygen supply causing a high temperature oxygen generator and mask to fall down. This AD was also prompted by a determination that the unsafe condition affects oxygen containers labeled ``DAe Systems.'' We are issuing this AD to prevent a high temperature oxygen generator and mask from falling down and possibly resulting in an ignition source in the passenger compartment, injury to passengers, and reduced availability of supplemental oxygen. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Oxygen Container Assembly Modification, With Service Information Referenced in a New Paragraph This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2013-20-11 with service information referenced in a new paragraph. Except as specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD, within 5,000 flight cycles, or 7,500 flight hours, or 24 months, whichever occurs first, after December 2, 2013 (the effective date of AD 2013-20-11): Modify each type 1 (22 minute) passenger emergency oxygen container assembly installed on an airplane, having a part number (P/N) listed in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD and a serial number (S/N) listed in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD. (1) An oxygen container that has a part number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD and a serial number as listed in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD, and that has been modified using the instructions of B/E Aerospace Service Bulletin 1XC22-0100-35- 006, is compliant with the modification requirement of paragraph (g) of this AD. (i) Oxygen container part numbers listed in paragraphs (g)(1)(i)(A) through (g)(1)(i)(D) of this AD, where xxxxx stands for an alphanumerical value. (A) 13C22Lxxxxx0100. (B) 13C22Rxxxxx0100. (C) 14C22Lxxxxx0100. (D) 14C22Rxxxxx0100. (ii) Oxygen container serial numbers listed in paragraphs (g)(1)(ii)(A) through (g)(1)(ii)(H) of this AD. (A) ARBC-0182 to ARBC-9999, inclusive. (B) ARBD-0000 to ARBD-9999, inclusive. (C) ARBE-0000 to ARBE-9999, inclusive. (D) BEBF-0000 to BEBF-9999, inclusive. (E) BEBH-0000 to BEBH-9999, inclusive. (F) BEBK-0000 to BEBK-9999, inclusive. (G) BEBL-0000 to BEBL-9999, inclusive. (H) BEBM-0000 to BEBM-0454, inclusive. (2) Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 150704 has not been embodied in production are excluded from the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, unless an oxygen container with a part number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD and a serial number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD is installed. (3) Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 150704 has been embodied in production and that are not listed by model and manufacturer serial number in the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD; are excluded from the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, unless an oxygen container with a part number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD and a serial number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD is installed. Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: The oxygen container assemblies listed in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD and paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD are B/E Aerospace products with the mark ``B/E AEROSPACE'' on the identification plate. (h) Retained Parts Installation Limitation, With Service Information Referenced in a New Paragraph This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2013-20-11 with service information referenced in a new paragraph. As of December 2, 2013 (the effective date of AD 2013-20-11), no person may install, on any airplane, an oxygen container with a part number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD, and serial number listed in paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD, unless the oxygen container has been modified according to the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD. (i) New Requirement of This AD: Modification of Additional Oxygen Containers At the applicable times specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD: Modify each type 1 (22 minute) passenger emergency oxygen container assembly installed on an airplane, having a part number and a serial number listed in paragraph (j) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD; except as specified in paragraph (l) of this AD. (1) For units with ``B/E AEROSPACE'' on the identification plate and having a part number and a serial number listed in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD: Within 5,000 flight cycles, or 7,500 flight hours, or 24 months, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD. (2) For units with ``DAe Systems'' on the identification plate and having a part number and a serial number listed in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD: Within 2,500 flight cycles, or 3,750 flight hours, or 12 months, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD. (j) New Part Numbers and Serial Numbers for the Parts Affected by Paragraph (i) of This AD Affected parts for the actions required by paragraph (i) of this AD are identified in paragraphs (j)(1) and (j)(2) of this AD. (1) For oxygen containers with ``B/E AEROSPACE'' on the identification plate: Units having a part number identified in paragraphs (j)(1)(i) through (j)(1)(iv) of this AD, where part number ``xxxxx'' stands for any alphanumerical value, and a serial number of BEBM-0455 to BEBM-9999, inclusive. (i) 13C22Lxxxxx0100. (ii) 13C22Rxxxxx0100. (iii) 14C22Lxxxxx0100. (iv) 14C22Rxxxxx0100. (2) For oxygen containers with ``DAe Systems'' on the identification plate: Units having a part number identified in paragraphs (j)(1)(i) through (j)(1)(iv) of this AD, where part number ``xxxxx'' stands for any alphanumerical value, and a serial number identified in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(iv) of this AD. (i) ARBC-0000 to ARBC-9999 inclusive. (ii) ARBD-0000 to ARBD-9999 inclusive. (iii) ARBE-0000 to BEBE-9999 inclusive. (iv) BEBE-0000 to BEBE-9999 inclusive. (k) Service Information for the Requirements of Paragraphs (g), (h), (i), and (m) of This AD Accomplish the requirements specified in paragraphs (g), (h), (i), and (m) of this AD in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information identified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD. (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1049, dated June 15, 2011. (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1053, dated June 15, 2011. (3) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1054, dated June 15, 2011. (4) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1055, dated June 15, 2011. (5) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1056, dated June 15, 2011. (6) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1057, dated June 15, 2011. (7) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1058, dated June 15, 2011. [[Page 55365]] (l) New Exceptions to the Requirements of Paragraph (i) of This AD (1) An oxygen container that has a part number and a serial number listed in paragraph (j) of this AD, and that has been modified as specified in B/E Aerospace Service Bulletin 1XC22-0100- 35-006, is compliant with the modification requirement of paragraph (i) of this AD. (2) Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 150704 has not been embodied in production are excluded from the requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD, unless an oxygen container with a part number and a serial number listed in paragraph (j) of this AD is installed. (3) Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 150704 has been embodied in production and that are not listed by model and manufacturer serial number in the Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD, as applicable, are excluded from the requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD, unless an oxygen container with a part and a serial number listed in paragraph (j) of this AD is installed. (4) Airplanes on which the design of the passenger oxygen container is not Design A, as defined in figure 1 to paragraph (l)(4) of this AD, are excluded from the requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD for that passenger oxygen container. Note 2 to paragraph (l)(4) of this AD: For ``Design A,'' the placard on the passenger oxygen container test button is as described in ``Picture A'' in figure 1 to paragraph (l)(4) of this AD. The mask configuration (``ZZ'' in ``Picture A'') is a number, and the test button is as shown in ``Picture B.'' BILLING CODE 4910-13-C [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR19AU16.002 BILLING CODE 4910-13-P (m) New Requirement of This AD: Parts Installation Limitation As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, on any airplane, an oxygen container with a part number and a serial number listed in paragraph (j) of this AD, unless the oxygen container has been modified in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(7) of this AD. (n) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: [[Page 55366]] (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: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (i) 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. (ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2013-20-11 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of this AD, 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. (o) Related Information Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2014-0207, dated September 16, 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-2015-8463. (p) 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. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on December 2, 2013 (78 FR 64162, October 28, 2013). (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1049, dated June 15, 2011. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1053, dated June 15, 2011. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1054, dated June 15, 2011. (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1055, dated June 15, 2011. (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1056, dated June 15, 2011. (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1057, dated June 15, 2011. (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-35-1058, dated June 15, 2011. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.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 August 3, 2016. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-19481 Filed 8-18-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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specified in table 1 to paragraphs (i) and (IBR) of the service information listed in this SUMMARY: We are superseding
(m)(3)(ii) of this AD. paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–20–
part 51. 11, for all Airbus Model A318, A319,
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
(2) You must use this service information
The following provisions also apply to this A320, and A321 series airplanes. AD
as applicable to do the actions required by
AD: this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. 2013–20–11 required modifying the
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (3) The following service information was passenger emergency oxygen container
(AMOCs): The Manager, International approved for IBR on September 23, 2016. assembly. This new AD expands the
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1243, affected group of oxygen containers to
Directorate FAA, has the authority to approve including Appendix 01, dated March 17, include those labeled ‘‘DAe Systems.’’
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the 2015. This AD was prompted by a
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1244,
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
determination that the unsafe condition
dated March 5, 2015. also affects oxygen containers labeled
request to your principal inspector or local (4) The following service information was
Flight Standards District Office, as ‘‘DAe Systems.’’ We are issuing this AD
approved for IBR on August 9, 2005 (70 FR
appropriate. If sending information directly 38580, July 5, 2005). to prevent a high temperature oxygen
to the International Branch send it to ATTN: (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1151, generator and mask from falling down
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, including Appendix 01, dated March 9, 2004. and possibly resulting in an ignition
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1152, source in the passenger compartment,
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind including Appendix 01, dated June 4, 2004. injury to passengers, and reduced
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; (5) The following service information was
telephone 425–227–1405; fax 425–227–1149.
availability of supplemental oxygen.
approved for IBR on January 22, 2004 (68 FR DATES: This AD is effective September
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- 70431, December 18, 2003).
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1135,
23, 2016.
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, dated June 29, 2001. The Director of the Federal Register
notify your appropriate principal inspector, (ii) Reserved. approved the incorporation by reference
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of certain publications listed in this AD
(6) For service information identified in
of the local flight standards district office/ as of December 2, 2013 (78 FR 64162,
this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness
certificate holding district office.
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD
Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice October 28, 2013).
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; ADDRESSES: For Airbus service
2003–25–07 are approved as AMOCs for the
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 information identified in this final rule,
corresponding provisions of paragraph (g) of
93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@
this AD.
airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com.
contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office—
(iii) AMOCs approved previously for AD EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
(7) You may view this service information
2005–13–39 are approved as AMOCs for the 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
corresponding provisions of paragraph (h) of telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33
this AD. 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the information on the availability of this 5 61 93 44 51; email: account.airworth-
effective date of this AD, for any requirement material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. eas@airbus.com; Internet http://
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from (8) You may view this service information www.airbus.com.
a manufacturer, the action must be that is incorporated by reference at the You may view this referenced service
accomplished using a method approved by National Archives and Records information at the FAA, Transport
the Manager, International Branch, ANM– Administration (NARA). For information on
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// SW., Renton, WA. For information on
the EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If the availability of this material at the
approved by the DOA, the approval must www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
locations.html. FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
include the DOA-authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any available on the Internet at http://
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
service information contains procedures or 8, 2016. www.regulations.gov by searching for
tests that are identified as RC, those and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
Michael Kaszycki,
procedures and tests must be done to comply 8463.
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
not identified as RC are recommended. Those Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. Examining the AD Docket
procedures and tests that are not identified [FR Doc. 2016–19486 Filed 8–18–16; 8:45 am] You may examine the AD docket on
as RC may be deviated from using accepted BILLING CODE 4910–13–P the Internet at http://
methods in accordance with the operator’s www.regulations.gov by searching for
maintenance or inspection program without
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 8463; or in person at the Docket
the procedures and tests identified as RC can
be done and the airplane can be put back in Management Facility between 9 a.m.
Federal Aviation Administration
an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
changes to procedures or tests identified as except Federal holidays. The AD docket
RC require approval of an AMOC. 14 CFR Part 39
contains this AD, the regulatory
(o) Related Information [Docket No. FAA–2015–8463; Directorate evaluation, any comments received, and
Identifier 2014–NM–226–AD; Amendment other information. The address for the
Refer to Mandatory Continuing 39–18612; AD 2016–16–14]
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527)
Airworthiness Directive 2015–0088R1, RIN 2120–AA64 is Docket Management Facility, U.S.
including Appendix 01, dated June 2, 2015, Department of Transportation, Docket
jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES
for related information. This MCAI may be Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Operations, M–30, West Building
found in the AD docket on the Internet at Airplanes Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–4226. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
DC 20590.
Administration (FAA), Department of
(p) Material Incorporated by Reference FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Transportation (DOT).
(1) The Director of the Federal Register Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
ACTION: Final rule.
approved the incorporation by reference International Branch, ANM–116,
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Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, brief period, with the former company name rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA DAe Systems. section 106, describes the authority of
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1405; For the reason described above, this the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
[EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA
fax 425–227–1149. AD 2012–0055R1, which is superseded, and
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: expands the affected group of containers to detail the scope of the Agency’s
include those that have the name ‘‘DAe authority.
Discussion Systems’’ on the identification plate. We are issuing this rulemaking under
This [EASA] AD also clearly separates the the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
We issued a notice of proposed serial number (s/n) groups of containers into Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR those manufactured by B/E Aerospace and General requirements.’’ Under that
part 39 to supersede AD 2013–20–11, those manufactured by DAe Systems, for section, Congress charges the FAA with
Amendment 39–17617 (78 FR 64162, which additional compliance time is
provided. promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
October 28, 2013) (‘‘AD 2013–20–11’’).
air commerce by prescribing regulations
AD 2013–20–11 applied to all Model You may examine the MCAI in the for practices, methods, and procedures
A318, A319, A320, and A321 series AD docket on the Internet at http:// the Administrator finds necessary for
airplanes. The NPRM published in the www.regulations.gov by searching for safety in air commerce. This regulation
Federal Register on January 20, 2016 and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– is within the scope of that authority
(81 FR 3061) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM 8463. because it addresses an unsafe condition
was prompted by a determination that
Comments that is likely to exist or develop on
the unsafe condition also affects oxygen
products identified in this rulemaking
containers labeled ‘‘DAe Systems.’’ The We gave the public the opportunity to
action.
NPRM proposed to continue to require participate in developing this AD. We
modifying the passenger emergency received no comments on the NPRM or Regulatory Findings
oxygen container assembly. The NPRM on the determination of the cost to the We determined that this AD will not
also proposed to expand the affected public. have federalism implications under
group of oxygen containers to include Conclusion Executive Order 13132. This AD will
those labeled ‘‘DAe Systems.’’ We are not have a substantial direct effect on
issuing this AD to prevent a high We reviewed the available data and
determined that air safety and the the States, on the relationship between
temperature oxygen generator and mask the national government and the States,
from falling down and possibly public interest require adopting this AD
as proposed except for minor editorial or on the distribution of power and
resulting in an ignition source in the responsibilities among the various
passenger compartment, injury to changes. We have determined that these
minor changes: levels of government.
passengers, and reduced availability of For the reasons discussed above, I
supplemental oxygen. • Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for certify that this AD:
The European Aviation Safety Agency correcting the unsafe condition; and 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent • Do not add any additional burden action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
for the Member States of the European upon the public than was already 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
Union, has issued EASA AD 2014–0207, proposed in the NPRM. DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
dated September 16, 2014 (referred to (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Costs of Compliance 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the We estimate that this AD affects 4 Alaska; and
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition. airplanes of U.S. registry. 4. Will not have a significant
The MCAI states: The actions required by AD 2013–20– economic impact, positive or negative,
It was determined that oxygen generators, 11 and retained in this AD take about on a substantial number of small entities
installed on a specific batch of Type 1 (22 2 work-hours per product, at an average under the criteria of the Regulatory
min) passenger emergency oxygen container labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Based Flexibility Act.
assemblies, may become detached by extreme on these figures, the estimated cost of
pulling of the mask tube at the end of oxygen List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
the actions that are required by AD
supply. Investigations revealed that such 2013–20–11 is $170 per product. Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
detachment can be caused by the increase in We also estimate that it would take safety, Incorporation by reference,
temperature towards the end of the generator about 2 work-hours per product to Safety.
operation, which may weaken the plastic comply with the basic requirements of
housing in the attachment area of the bracket. Adoption of the Amendment
This condition, if not corrected, could
this AD. The average labor rate is $85
make the rivets slip through the plastic per work-hour. Based on these figures, Accordingly, under the authority
housing, causing a ‘hot’ oxygen generator and we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. delegated to me by the Administrator,
mask to fall down, possibly resulting in operators to be $680, or $170 per the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
injury to passengers. product. follows:
To address this potential unsafe condition, According to the manufacturer, some
EASA issued AD 2012–0055 (later revised) of the costs of this AD may be covered PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
[which corresponds to FAA AD 2013–20–11, under warranty, thereby reducing the DIRECTIVES
Amendment 39–17617 (78 FR 64162, October cost impact on affected individuals. We
28, 2013)] to require modification of the ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
do not control warranty coverage for
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affected oxygen container assemblies. That continues to read as follows:
[EASA] AD also prohibited installation of
affected individuals. As a result, we
have included all available costs in our Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
unmodified containers on any aeroplane as
replacement parts. cost estimate. § 39.13 [Amended]
Since that [EASA] AD was issued, it was Authority for This Rulemaking
found that the affected containers have not ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
only been marked with company name B/E Title 49 of the United States Code removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
Aerospace, as was specified, but also, for a specifies the FAA’s authority to issue 2013–20–11, Amendment 39–17617 (78
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(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice DATES: This AD becomes effective
(AMOCs): The Manager, International Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; September 6, 2016.
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 The Director of the Federal Register
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to 93 44 51; email: account.airworth-eas@
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com.
approved the incorporation by reference
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (5) You may view this service information of certain publications listed in this AD
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, as of September 6, 2016.
request to your principal inspector or local 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For We must receive comments on this
Flight Standards District Office, as information on the availability of this AD by October 3, 2016.
appropriate. If sending information directly material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: (6) You may view this service information
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
that is incorporated by reference at the
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport National Archives and Records 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Administration (NARA). For information on methods:
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; the availability of this material at NARA, call • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
telephone 425–227–1405; fax 425–227–1149. 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- instructions for submitting comments.
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. locations.html. • Fax: 202–493–2251.
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, • Mail: U.S. Department of
notify your appropriate principal inspector, Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 3, 2016.
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
of the local flight standards district office/ 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Michael Kaszycki,
certificate holding district office. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Washington, DC 20590.
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
2013–20–11 are approved as AMOCs for the • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g) [FR Doc. 2016–19481 Filed 8–18–16; 8:45 am] Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
and (h) of this AD. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
effective date of this AD, for any requirement
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION p.m., Monday through Friday, except
a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by Federal Aviation Administration Federal holidays.
the Manager, International Branch, ANM– For service information identified in
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or 14 CFR Part 39 this final rule, contact Dassault Falcon
the European Aviation Safety Agency Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O.
(EASA); or Airbus’s EASA Design [Docket No. FAA–2016–8843; Directorate Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by Identifier 2016–NM–113–AD; Amendment telephone 201–440–6700; Internet
the DOA, the approval must include the 39–18615; AD 2016–17–02]
DOA-authorized signature.
http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You
RIN 2120–AA64 may view this referenced service
(o) Related Information information at the FAA, Transport
Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD Aviation Airplanes SW., Renton, WA. For information on
2014–0207, dated September 16, 2014, for the availability of this material at the
related information. This MCAI may be AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
found in the AD docket on the Internet at
Transportation (DOT). available on the Internet at http://
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–8463. ACTION: Final rule; request for
www.regulations.gov by searching for
comments. and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
(p) Material Incorporated by Reference 8843.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
approved the incorporation by reference Examining the AD Docket
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
(IBR) of the service information listed in this Dassault Aviation Model FALCON You may examine the AD docket on
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR the Internet at http://
part 51.
900EX and FALCON 2000EX airplanes.
This AD requires revising the airplane www.regulations.gov by searching for
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by flight manual (AFM) to include and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. procedures to follow when an airplane 8843; or in person at the Docket
(3) The following service information was is operating in icing conditions. This Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5
approved for IBR on December 2, 2013 (78 FR AD also provides optional terminating p.m., Monday through Friday, except
64162, October 28, 2013). action for the AFM revision. This AD Federal holidays. The AD docket
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35–1049, was prompted by a design review of in- contains this AD, the regulatory
dated June 15, 2011. evaluation, any comments received, and
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35–1053,
production airplanes that identified a
deficiency in certain wing anti-ice other information. The street address for
dated June 15, 2011.
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35– system ducting. A deficiency in the the Docket Operations office (telephone
1054, dated June 15, 2011. wing anti-ice system ducting could lead 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
(iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35– to undetected, reduced performance of section. Comments will be available in
1055, dated June 15, 2011. the wing anti-ice system, with potential the AD docket shortly after receipt.
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(v) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35–1056, ice accretion and ingestion, possibly FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
dated June 15, 2011. resulting in degraded engine power and Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
(vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35–
1057, dated June 15, 2011.
degraded handling characteristics of the International Branch, ANM–116,
(vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–35– airplane. We are issuing this AD to Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1058, dated June 15, 2011. ensure the flight crew has procedures 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
(4) For service information identified in for operating an airplane in icing 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1137;
this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness conditions. fax 425–227–1149.
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| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective September 23, 2016. | |
| Contact | Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 55362 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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