81 FR 58813 - Airworthiness Directives; Textron Aviation, Inc. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 166 (August 26, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 166 (August 26, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-20073 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 166 (Friday, August 26, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 58813-58816] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-20073] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-8992; Directorate Identifier 2016-CE-021-AD; Amendment 39-18621; AD 2016-17-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Textron Aviation, Inc. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-07-24 for all Textron Aviation, Inc. Models 310 through 310R, E310H, E310J, T310P through T310R, 310J-1, 320 through 320F, 320-1, 335, 340, 340A, 401 through 401B, 402 through 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, and 421 through 421C airplanes (type certificates 3A10, 3A25, and A7CE previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company). AD 2016-07-24 required replacement and repetitive inspections of the hardware securing the elevator trim tab push-pull rod. This AD retains the actions for AD 2016-07-24 but revises the repetitive inspection intervals and allows for a longer bolt for the attachment of the elevator trim tab actuator rod end to the push-pull tube connection and/or for the elevator trim tab horn end to the push-pull tube connection. This AD was prompted by comments indicating difficulties with bolt installation and requesting a revision to repetitive inspection intervals to coincide with established inspection intervals. We are issuing this AD to prevent jamming of the elevator trim tab in a position outside the normal limits of travel due to the loss of the attachment hardware connecting the elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab push-pull rod, which could result in loss of control. DATES: This AD is effective September 12, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of September 12, 2016. We must receive any comments on this AD by October 11, 2016. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this final rule, contact Textron Aviation Customer Service, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277; telephone: (316) 517-5800; fax: (316) 517-7271; email: [email protected]; Internet: https://support.cessna.com/custsupt/csupport/newlogin.jsp. You may review this referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (816) 329-4148. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-8992. 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- 8992; 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 (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, 1801 S. Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: (316) 946-4116; fax: (316) 946-4107; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion On March 30, 2016, we issued AD 2016-07-24, Amendment 39-18469 (81 FR 21250, April 11, 2016), (``AD 2016-07-24''), for all Textron Aviation, Inc. Models 310 through 310R, E310H, E310J, T310P through T310R, 310J-1, 320 through 320F, 320-1, 335, 340, 340A, 401 through 401B, 402 through 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, and 421 through 421C airplanes (type certificates 3A10, 3A25, and A7CE previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company). AD 2016-07-24 required replacing the hardware connecting the elevator trim tab push-pull rod to the elevator trim tab actuator and elevator trim tab. AD 2016-07-24 resulted from accident reports on Textron Aviation, Inc. Models T310Q, 310Q, and 402B airplanes; lessons learned in accident investigation support; and analysis of past accidents. The analysis of National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) determination of probable cause indicated that following the loss of the attachment hardware connecting the elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab push-pull rod, the elevator trim tab may jam in a position outside the normal limits of travel. We issued AD 2016-07-24 to require replacement and repetitive inspections of the hardware securing the elevator trim tab push-pull rod. [[Page 58814]] Actions Since AD 2016-07-24 Was Issued Since we issued AD 2016-07-24, we have received reports of difficulties in installing the required bolt, part number (P/N) NAS464P3-8, because it was found in some cases to be too short to properly fasten with a cotter pin as required by the AD. It was also determined beneficial to revise the repetitive inspection intervals to better coincide with the standard established inspection intervals for these airplanes. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna Aircraft Company) Multi- engine Service Bulletin No. MEB-27-02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016. The service information describes procedures for replacing the hardware connecting the elevator trim tab push-pull rod to the elevator trim tab actuator and elevator trim tab. 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. FAA's Determination We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. AD Requirements This AD requires replacement and repetitive inspection of the elevator trim tab push-pull rod connecting hardware. Differences Between the AD and the Service Information Due to the immediate safety of flight condition of this AD action, we are requiring replacement of the hardware within 90 days after the effective date of this AD rather than the potential of up to a year as allowed in the service information. The kit referenced in the service bulletin contains only standard parts that may be procured from other sources. FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because the loss of the attachment hardware connecting the elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab push-pull rod may result in jamming of the elevator trim tab beyond normal limits, which could result in loss of ability to control the airplane. Therefore, we find that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are impracticable and that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not provide you with notice and an opportunity to provide your comments before it becomes effective. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include the docket number FAA-2016-8992 and directorate identifier 2016-CE-021- AD at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 5,066 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Elevator trim tab push-pull 5 work-hour x $85 per $42..................... $467 $2,365,822 rod hardware replacement. hour = $425. Repetitive Inspection......... 1 work-hour x $85 per Not applicable.......... 85 430,610 hour = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the inspection. This is the same replacement that is initially required by this AD. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this repetitive on-condition replacement: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Elevator trim tab push-pull rod hardware 5 work-hours x $85 per hour = $425. $42 $467 replacement. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 [[Page 58815]] that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings 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 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 part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (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) 2016-07-24, Amendment 39-18469 (81 FR 21250, April 11, 2016) and adding the following new AD: 2016-17-08 Textron Aviation, Inc.: Amendment 39-18621; Docket No. FAA-2016-8992; Directorate Identifier 2016-CE-021-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 12, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2016-07-24, Amendment 39-18469 (81 FR 21250, April 11, 2016) (``AD 2016-07-24''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Textron Aviation, Inc. Models 310 through 310R, E310H, E310J, T310P through T310R, 310J-1, 320 through 320F, 320-1, 335, 340, 340A, 401 through 401B, 402 through 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, and 421 through 421C airplanes (type certificates 3A10, 3A25, and A7CE previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company), all serial numbers, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 2731, Elevator Tab Control System. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD supersedes AD 2016-07-24, which required replacement and repetitive inspections of the hardware securing the elevator trim tab push-pull rod. This AD retains the actions for AD 2016-07-24 but revises the repetitive inspection intervals and allows for a longer bolt for the attachment of the elevator trim tab actuator rod end to the push-pull tube connection and/or for the elevator trim tab horn end to the push-pull tube connection. This AD was prompted by comments indicating difficulties with bolt installation and requesting a revision to repetitive inspection intervals to coincide with established inspection intervals. We are issuing this AD to prevent jamming of the elevator trim tab in a position outside the normal limits of travel due to the loss of the attachment hardware connecting the elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab push-pull rod, which could result in loss of control. (f) Actions and Compliance Do the actions in paragraphs (f)(1) through (3) of this AD. If paragraph (f)(1) of this AD has already been done before September 12, 2016 (the effective date of this AD) following either Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB- 27-02, dated February 29, 2016 (see paragraph (g) of this AD) or Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB-27-02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016, then credit can be taken and the only required actions are the repetitive actions of paragraphs (f)(2) and (3) of this AD. (1) Within the next 90 days after September 12, 2016 (the effective date of this AD), replace the elevator trim tab push-pull rod attachment hardware on the elevator trim tab actuator and the trim tab ends of the push-pull rod following steps 3 through 6 of the accomplishment instructions in Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB-27-02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016. (2) Following the replacement required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD or the replacement or previous repetitive general visual inspection done per AD 2016-07-24, whichever occurs later, repetitively conduct general visual inspections of the elevator trim tab push-pull rod attachment hardware on the elevator trim tab actuator and the trim tab ends of the push-pull rod at intervals not to exceed 110 hours TIS or 12 months, whichever occurs first. Before further flight, replace the hardware if necessary following the Compliance NOTE on page 1 of Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi- engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB-27-02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016. Note 1 to paragraph (f)(2) of this AD: The intent is to require these repetitive inspections during your regular maintenance schedule. (3) After September 12, 2016 (the effective date of this AD), any time the elevator trim tab push-pull rod attachment hardware on the elevator trim tab actuator and/or trim tab ends of the push-pull rod is removed for any reason, discard the old hardware (bolt, nut, washer and cotter pin) and replace with new hardware following steps 4 and/or step 6 of Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB-27-02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016. (g) Credit for Actions Accomplished in Accordance With Previous Service Information This AD allows credit for the actions required in paragraphs (f)(1) of this AD if done before September 12, 2016 (the effective date of this AD) following the instructions of Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB-27-02, dated February 29, 2016. (h) Special Flight Permit Special flight permits are allowed for this AD per 14 CFR 39.23 with the following limitation: Before flight a pre-flight visual inspection is required of the attachment hardware connecting the elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab push-pull rod. Confirmation of the presence of a castellated nut and cotter pin is required. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Wichita ACO, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i) of this AD. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2016-07-24 are valid as AMOCs for this AD. (j) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, 1801 S. Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: (316) 946- 4116; fax: (316) 946-4107; email: [email protected]. (k) 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 the AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on September 12, 2016 (the effective date of this AD). [[Page 58816]] (i). Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB-27-02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (4) For Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) service information identified in this AD, contact Textron Aviation Customer Service, P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277; telephone: (316) 517-5800; fax: (316) 517-7271; email: [email protected]; Internet: https://support.cessna.com/custsupt/csupport/newlogin.jsp. (5) You may view this service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (816) 329-4148. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2016-8992. (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 Kansas City, Missouri, on August 17, 2016. Pat Mullen, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-20073 Filed 8-25-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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2016, for related information. The MCAI can through T310R, 310J–1, 320 through 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri
be found in the AD docket on the Internet at: 320F, 320–1, 335, 340, 340A, 401 64106. For information on the
https://www.regulations.gov/document?D= through 401B, 402 through 402C, 411, availability of this material at the FAA,
FAA–2016–7026–0002. 411A, 414, 414A, and 421 through 421C call (816) 329–4148. It is also available
(i) Material Incorporated by Reference airplanes (type certificates 3A10, 3A25, on the Internet at http://
(1) The Director of the Federal Register and A7CE previously held by Cessna www.regulations.gov by searching for
approved the incorporation by reference Aircraft Company). AD 2016–07–24 and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
(IBR) of the service information listed in this required replacement and repetitive 8992.
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR inspections of the hardware securing the
part 51. Examining the AD Docket
elevator trim tab push-pull rod. This AD
(2) You must use this service information retains the actions for AD 2016–07–24 You may examine the AD docket on
as applicable to do the actions required by but revises the repetitive inspection the Internet at http://
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. www.regulations.gov by searching for
(i) PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. PC–7 Service
intervals and allows for a longer bolt for
Bulletin No: 53–013; dated February 25, the attachment of the elevator trim tab and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
2016; and actuator rod end to the push-pull tube 8992; or in person at the Docket
(ii) PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. PC–7 Service connection and/or for the elevator trim Management Facility between 9 a.m.
Bulletin No: 53–014, dated February 25, tab horn end to the push-pull tube and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
2016. connection. This AD was prompted by except Federal holidays. The AD docket
(3) For PILATUS Aircraft Ltd. service comments indicating difficulties with contains this AD, the regulatory
information identified in this AD, contact bolt installation and requesting a evaluation, any comments received, and
PILATUS Aircraft Ltd., Customer Technical revision to repetitive inspection other information. The street address for
Support (MCC), P.O. Box 992, CH–6371 the Docket Office (phone: 800–647–
Stans, Switzerland; phone: +41 (0)41 619 67
intervals to coincide with established
74; fax: +41 (0)41 619 67 73; email: inspection intervals. We are issuing this 5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.
techsupport@pilatus-aircraft.com; Internet: AD to prevent jamming of the elevator Comments will be available in the AD
http://www.pilatus-aircraft.com. trim tab in a position outside the normal docket shortly after receipt.
(4) You may view this service information limits of travel due to the loss of the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 attachment hardware connecting the Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer,
Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator Wichita Aircraft Certification Office,
information on the availability of this trim tab push-pull rod, which could FAA, 1801 S. Airport Road, Room 100,
material at the FAA, call (816) 329–4148. result in loss of control.
(5) You may view this service information
Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: (316)
that is incorporated by reference at the DATES: This AD is effective September 946–4116; fax: (316) 946–4107; email:
National Archives and Records 12, 2016. adam.hein@faa.gov.
Administration (NARA). For information on The Director of the Federal Register SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
the availability of this material at NARA, call approved the incorporation by reference
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// of a certain publication listed in this AD Discussion
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- as of September 12, 2016. On March 30, 2016, we issued AD
locations.html. We must receive any comments on 2016–07–24, Amendment 39–18469 (81
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on August this AD by October 11, 2016. FR 21250, April 11, 2016), (‘‘AD 2016–
17, 2016. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, 07–24’’), for all Textron Aviation, Inc.
Pat Mullen, using the procedures found in 14 CFR Models 310 through 310R, E310H,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following E310J, T310P through T310R, 310J–1,
Aircraft Certification Service. methods: 320 through 320F, 320–1, 335, 340,
[FR Doc. 2016–20074 Filed 8–25–16; 8:45 am] • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to 340A, 401 through 401B, 402 through
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, and 421
instructions for submitting comments. through 421C airplanes (type certificates
• Fax: 202–493–2251. 3A10, 3A25, and A7CE previously held
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION • Mail: U.S. Department of by Cessna Aircraft Company). AD 2016–
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 07–24 required replacing the hardware
Federal Aviation Administration 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room connecting the elevator trim tab push-
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., pull rod to the elevator trim tab actuator
14 CFR Part 39 Washington, DC 20590. and elevator trim tab. AD 2016–07–24
[Docket No. FAA–2016–8992; Directorate • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of resulted from accident reports on
Identifier 2016–CE–021–AD; Amendment Transportation, Docket Operations, M– Textron Aviation, Inc. Models T310Q,
39–18621; AD 2016–17–08] 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room 310Q, and 402B airplanes; lessons
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., learned in accident investigation
RIN 2120–AA64 Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. support; and analysis of past accidents.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, The analysis of National Transportation
Airworthiness Directives; Textron
except Federal holidays. Safety Board (NTSB) determination of
Aviation, Inc. Airplanes
For service information identified in probable cause indicated that following
AGENCY: Federal Aviation this final rule, contact Textron Aviation the loss of the attachment hardware
Administration (FAA), DOT. Customer Service, P.O. Box 7706, connecting the elevator trim tab actuator
ACTION: Final rule; request for Wichita, Kansas 67277; telephone: (316) to the elevator trim tab push-pull rod,
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
comments. 517–5800; fax: (316) 517–7271; email: the elevator trim tab may jam in a
customercare@txtav.com; Internet: position outside the normal limits of
SUMMARY: We are superseding https://support.cessna.com/custsupt/ travel. We issued AD 2016–07–24 to
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016–07– csupport/newlogin.jsp. You may review require replacement and repetitive
24 for all Textron Aviation, Inc. Models this referenced service information at inspections of the hardware securing the
310 through 310R, E310H, E310J, T310P the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, elevator trim tab push-pull rod.
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that is likely to exist or develop on 320F, 320–1, 335, 340, 340A, 401 through Note 1 to paragraph (f)(2) of this AD: The
products identified in this rulemaking 401B, 402 through 402C, 411, 411A, 414, intent is to require these repetitive
action. 414A, and 421 through 421C airplanes (type inspections during your regular maintenance
certificates 3A10, 3A25, and A7CE schedule.
Regulatory Findings previously held by Cessna Aircraft (3) After September 12, 2016 (the effective
Company), all serial numbers, certificated in date of this AD), any time the elevator trim
This AD will not have federalism any category. tab push-pull rod attachment hardware on
implications under Executive Order the elevator trim tab actuator and/or trim tab
13132. This AD will not have a (d) Subject
ends of the push-pull rod is removed for any
substantial direct effect on the States, on Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/ reason, discard the old hardware (bolt, nut,
the relationship between the national Air Transport Association (ATA) of America washer and cotter pin) and replace with new
government and the States, or on the Code 2731, Elevator Tab Control System. hardware following steps 4 and/or step 6 of
distribution of power and (e) Unsafe Condition Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine
responsibilities among the various Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB–27–02,
This AD supersedes AD 2016–07–24, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016.
levels of government. which required replacement and repetitive
For the reasons discussed above, I inspections of the hardware securing the (g) Credit for Actions Accomplished in
certify that this AD: elevator trim tab push-pull rod. This AD Accordance With Previous Service
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory retains the actions for AD 2016–07–24 but Information
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, revises the repetitive inspection intervals and This AD allows credit for the actions
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under allows for a longer bolt for the attachment of required in paragraphs (f)(1) of this AD if
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures the elevator trim tab actuator rod end to the done before September 12, 2016 (the effective
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), push-pull tube connection and/or for the date of this AD) following the instructions of
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation elevator trim tab horn end to the push-pull Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine
tube connection. This AD was prompted by Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB–27–02, dated
in Alaska, and comments indicating difficulties with bolt
(4) Will not have a significant February 29, 2016.
installation and requesting a revision to
economic impact, positive or negative, repetitive inspection intervals to coincide (h) Special Flight Permit
on a substantial number of small entities with established inspection intervals. We are Special flight permits are allowed for this
under the criteria of the Regulatory issuing this AD to prevent jamming of the AD per 14 CFR 39.23 with the following
Flexibility Act. elevator trim tab in a position outside the limitation: Before flight a pre-flight visual
normal limits of travel due to the loss of the inspection is required of the attachment
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 attachment hardware connecting the elevator hardware connecting the elevator trim tab
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab actuator to the elevator trim tab push-pull
safety, Incorporation by reference, push-pull rod, which could result in loss of rod. Confirmation of the presence of a
control. castellated nut and cotter pin is required.
Safety.
(f) Actions and Compliance (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Adoption of the Amendment
Do the actions in paragraphs (f)(1) through (AMOCs)
Accordingly, under the authority (3) of this AD. If paragraph (f)(1) of this AD (1) The Manager, Wichita ACO, FAA, has
delegated to me by the Administrator, has already been done before September 12, the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD,
the FAA amends part 39 of the Federal 2016 (the effective date of this AD) following if requested using the procedures found in 14
Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as either Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi- CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
follows: engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB–27–02, send your request to your principal inspector
dated February 29, 2016 (see paragraph (g) of or local Flight Standards District Office, as
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS this AD) or Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) appropriate. If sending information directly
DIRECTIVES Multi-engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB– to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
27–02, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016, then attention of the person identified in
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 credit can be taken and the only required paragraph (i) of this AD.
actions are the repetitive actions of (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
continues to read as follows:
paragraphs (f)(2) and (3) of this AD. notify your appropriate principal inspector,
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (1) Within the next 90 days after September or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
12, 2016 (the effective date of this AD), of the local flight standards district office/
§ 39.13 [Amended] replace the elevator trim tab push-pull rod certificate holding district office.
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by attachment hardware on the elevator trim tab (3) AMOCs approved previously for AD
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) actuator and the trim tab ends of the push- 2016–07–24 are valid as AMOCs for this AD.
pull rod following steps 3 through 6 of the
2016–07–24, Amendment 39–18469 (81 (j) Related Information
accomplishment instructions in Textron
FR 21250, April 11, 2016) and adding Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service For more information about this AD,
the following new AD: Bulletin (SB) No. MEB–27–02, Revision 1, contact Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer,
2016–17–08 Textron Aviation, Inc.: dated June 15, 2016. Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, FAA,
Amendment 39–18621; Docket No. (2) Following the replacement required in 1801 S. Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita,
FAA–2016–8992; Directorate Identifier paragraph (f)(1) of this AD or the replacement Kansas 67209; phone: (316) 946–4116; fax:
2016–CE–021–AD. or previous repetitive general visual (316) 946–4107; email: adam.hein@faa.gov.
inspection done per AD 2016–07–24,
(a) Effective Date whichever occurs later, repetitively conduct (k) Material Incorporated by Reference
This AD is effective September 12, 2016. general visual inspections of the elevator trim (1) The Director of the Federal Register
tab push-pull rod attachment hardware on approved the incorporation by reference
(b) Affected ADs the elevator trim tab actuator and the trim tab (IBR) of the service information listed in this
This AD replaces AD 2016–07–24, ends of the push-pull rod at intervals not to paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
Amendment 39–18469 (81 FR 21250, April exceed 110 hours TIS or 12 months, part 51.
11, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–07–24’’). whichever occurs first. Before further flight, (2) You must use this service information
replace the hardware if necessary following as applicable to do the actions required by
(c) Applicability the Compliance NOTE on page 1 of Textron this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
This AD applies to Textron Aviation, Inc. Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi-engine Service (3) The following service information was
Models 310 through 310R, E310H, E310J, Bulletin (SB) No. MEB–27–02, Revision 1, approved for IBR on September 12, 2016 (the
T310P through T310R, 310J–1, 320 through dated June 15, 2016. effective date of this AD).
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(i). Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna) Multi- issuing this AD to detect and correct indicating that the aft pressure bulkhead
engine Service Bulletin (SB) No. MEB–27–02, cracks in the aft pressure bulkhead web. web to pressure chord joint is subject to
Revision 1, dated June 15, 2016. Such cracking could result in the loss of WFD. The NPRM proposed to require
(ii) Reserved. structural integrity of the airplane. repetitive HFEC inspections of the aft
(4) For Textron Aviation, Inc. (Cessna)
service information identified in this AD, DATES: This AD is effective September pressure bulkhead web at fasteners
contact Textron Aviation Customer Service, 30, 2016. common to the bulkhead web and
P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277; The Director of the Federal Register pressure chord, around the entire
telephone: (316) 517–5800; fax: (316) 517– approved the incorporation by reference circumference of the pressure chord, for
7271; email: customercare@ of a certain publication listed in this AD any crack, and repair of cracks. We are
cessna.textron.com; Internet: https:// as of September 30, 2016. issuing this AD to detect and correct
support.cessna.com/custsupt/csupport/ cracks in the aft pressure bulkhead web.
ADDRESSES: For service information
newlogin.jsp. Such cracking could result in the loss of
(5) You may view this service information identified in this final rule, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, structural integrity of the airplane.
at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901
Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For Attention: Data & Services Management, Comments
information on the availability of this P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA
material at the FAA, call (816) 329–4148. It 98124–2207; telephone 206–544–5000, We gave the public the opportunity to
is also available on the Internet at http:// extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Internet participate in developing this AD. The
www.regulations.gov by searching for and https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You following presents the comments
locating Docket No. FAA–2016–8992. may view this referenced service received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
(6) You may view this service information
information at the FAA, Transport response. Boeing and United Airlines
that is incorporated by reference at the supported the NPRM.
National Archives and Records Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
Administration (NARA). For information on SW., Renton, WA. For information on Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
the availability of this material at NARA, call the availability of this material at the of the Proposed Actions
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- available on the Internet at http://
locations.html.
accomplishing supplemental type
www.regulations.gov by searching for
certificate (STC) ST01920SE does not
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on August and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
affect the actions specified in the
17, 2016. 4221.
proposed AD.
Pat Mullen, Examining the AD Docket We concur with the commenter. We
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, have redesignated paragraph (c) of the
Aircraft Certification Service. You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at http:// proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1), and
[FR Doc. 2016–20073 Filed 8–25–16; 8:45 am]
www.regulations.gov by searching for added new paragraph (c)(2) to this AD
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– to state that installation of STC
4221; or in person at the Docket ST01920SE does not affect the ability to
Management Facility between 9 a.m. accomplish the actions required by this
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket STC ST01920SE is installed, a ‘‘change
Federal Aviation Administration in product’’ alternative method of
contains this AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and compliance (AMOC) approval request is
14 CFR Part 39 not necessary to comply with the
other information. The address for the
[Docket No. FAA–2016–4221; Directorate Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
Identifier 2015–NM–167–AD; Amendment
39–18619; AD 2016–17–06]
Docket Management Facility, U.S. Conclusion
Department of Transportation, Docket We reviewed the relevant data,
RIN 2120–AA64 Operations, M–30, West Building considered the comments received, and
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 determined that air safety and the
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
Company Airplanes public interest require adopting this AD
DC 20590. with the changes described previously
AGENCY: Federal Aviation FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: and minor editorial changes. We have
Administration (FAA), DOT. Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, determined that these minor changes:
ACTION: Final rule. Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, • Are consistent with the intent that
Seattle Aircraft Certification Office was proposed in the NPRM for
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, correcting the unsafe condition; and
airworthiness directive (AD) for all The WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6447; • Do not add any additional burden
Boeing Company Model 767–200 and fax: 425–917–6590; email: upon the public than was already
–300 series airplanes. This AD was wayne.lockett@faa.gov. proposed in the NPRM.
prompted by an evaluation by the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We also determined that these
design approval holder (DAH) changes will not increase the economic
indicating that the aft pressure bulkhead Discussion
burden on any operator or increase the
web to pressure chord joint is subject to We issued a notice of proposed scope of this AD.
widespread fatigue damage (WFD). This rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
AD requires repetitive high frequency part 39 by adding an AD that would Related Service Information Under 1
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
eddy current (HFEC) inspections of the apply to all The Boeing Company Model CFR Part 51
aft pressure bulkhead web at fasteners 767–200 and –300 series airplanes. The We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
common to the bulkhead web and NPRM published in the Federal Bulletin 767–53A0268, dated April 1,
pressure chord, around the entire Register on March 8, 2016 (81 FR 2015. The service information describes
circumference of the pressure chord, for 12047) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM was procedures for HFEC inspections of the
any crack, and repair of cracks. We are prompted by an evaluation by the DAH aft pressure bulkhead web at fasteners
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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; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective September 12, 2016. | |
| Contact | Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, 1801 S. Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: (316) 946-4116; fax: (316) 946-4107; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 58813 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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