81 FR 59837 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 169 (August 31, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 169 (August 31, 2016)
| Page Range | 59837-59839 | |
| FR Document | 2016-20706 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 169 (Wednesday, August 31, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 59837-59839] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-20706] [[Page 59837]] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-5467; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-186-AD; Amendment 39-18630; AD 2016-17-17] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of main landing gear (MLG) access doors detaching from the airplane as a result of excessive vibration and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. This AD requires modification of the MLG access door by replacing seals in the MLG fairing and, for certain airplanes, adding an additional bolt. We are issuing this AD to prevent a fracture in the MLG access door associated with excessive vibration and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. This condition could lead to MLG access door detachment and consequent impact of flight controls, resulting in reduced control of an airplane. DATES: This AD is effective October 5, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 5, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact EADS-CASA, Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer Services (ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 05; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.eads.net. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016- 5467. 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- 5467; 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1112; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 13, 2016 (81 FR 21766) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of MLG access doors detaching from the airplane as a result of excessive vibration and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. The NPRM proposed to require modification of the MLG access door by replacing seals in the MLG fairing and, for certain airplanes, adding an additional bolt. We are issuing this AD to prevent a fracture in the MLG access door associated with excessive vibration and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. This condition could lead to MLG access door detachment and consequent impact of flight controls, resulting in reduced control of an airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued Airworthiness Directive 2015-0225, dated November 18, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes. The MCAI states: Occurrences of Main Landing Gear (MLG) Access Door detachment were reported. Subsequent investigation determined that the detachments of the MLG Door occurred during maneuvers performed at high speed and with high sideslip angle on airplanes not modified in accordance with the instructions EADS-CASA Service Bulletins (SBs) SB-235-52-0061 and SB-235-52-0068. Based on the investigation results, it was determined that the fracture mechanism was associated with excessive deformation that could produce scooping in the forward edge combined with an excessive vibration of the MLG Access Door. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to MLG Access Door detachment and consequent impact of flight controls, resulting in reduced control of an airplane and possible injury of persons on the ground. To address this potential unsafe condition, EADS-CASA issued SB- 235-52-0061 and SB-235-52-0068 to provide modification instructions. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires modification of MLG Access Doors and prohibits installation of a MLG Access Door sealing part number (P/N) CAN36032R. This [EASA] AD also prohibits installation of not modified MLG Access Doors. Required actions include modification of the MLG access door by replacing seals in the MLG fairing and, for certain airplanes, adding an additional bolt. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-5467. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We have reviewed the following service information: EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB-235-52-0061, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2014. The service information describes procedures for modifying the MLG access door by installing an additional bolt. EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB-235-52-0068, Revision 2, dated January [[Page 59838]] 9, 2015. The service information describes procedures for modifying the MLG access door by installing an improved fairing seal. 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 30 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Modification........................ 60 work-hours x $85 per $12,684 $17,784 $533,520 hour = $5,100. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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): 2016-17-17 Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39-18630; Docket No. FAA-2016-5467; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-186-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective October 5, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (formerly known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model CN-235, CN 235-200, and CN 235-300 airplanes, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 52, Doors. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of main landing gear (MLG) access doors detaching from the airplane as a result of excessive vibration and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. We are issuing this AD to prevent a fracture in the MLG access door associated with excessive vibration and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. This condition could lead to MLG access door detachment and consequent impact of flight controls, resulting in reduced control of an airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Modifications (1) For all airplanes: Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, modify each MLG access door by installing an improved fairing seal, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB-235-52-0068, Revision 2, dated January 9, 2015. (2) For all Model CN-235-200 airplanes: Concurrently with the action required in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, modify each affected MLG access door by installing an additional bolt, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB- 235-52-0061, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2014. (h) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD, using EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB- 235-52-0068, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2014; or SB-235-52-0068, dated July 15, 2002. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB- 235-52-0061, dated October 31, 1996. (i) Parts Installation Prohibition and Limitation (1) For airplanes modified as specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as applicable, before the effective date of this AD: As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a seal having part number CAN36032R on any MLG access door. (2) For airplanes not modified as specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as applicable, before the effective date of this AD: After accomplishing the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as applicable, no person may install a seal having part number CAN36032R on any MLG access door. (3) As of the effective date of this AD, installation of an MLG access door on an airplane is allowed, provided the MLG access door is modified as required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as applicable. (j) 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 [[Page 59839]] 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; telephone 425-227-1112; fax 425-227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2015-0225, dated November 18, 2015, for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2016-5467. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. (l) 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) EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB-235-52-0061, Revision 1, Dated October 24, 2014. (ii) EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB-235-52-0068, Revision 2, dated January 9, 2015. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact EADS- CASA, Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer Services (ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 05; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.eads.net. 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. (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 August 18, 2016. Dorr M. Anderson, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-20706 Filed 8-30-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Examining the AD Docket detachments of the MLG Door occurred
during maneuvers performed at high speed
You may examine the AD docket on and with high sideslip angle on airplanes not
Federal Aviation Administration the Internet at http:// modified in accordance with the instructions
www.regulations.gov by searching for EADS–CASA Service Bulletins (SBs) SB–
14 CFR Part 39 and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– 235–52–0061 and SB–235–52–0068. Based
5467; or in person at the Docket on the investigation results, it was
[Docket No. FAA–2016–5467; Directorate
Identifier 2015–NM–186–AD; Amendment
Management Facility between 9 a.m. determined that the fracture mechanism was
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, associated with excessive deformation that
39–18630; AD 2016–17–17]
except Federal holidays. The AD docket could produce scooping in the forward edge
contains this AD, the regulatory combined with an excessive vibration of the
RIN 2120–AA64 MLG Access Door.
evaluation, any comments received, and
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus other information. The street address for to MLG Access Door detachment and
Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– consequent impact of flight controls,
Known as Construcciones 5527) is Docket Management Facility, resulting in reduced control of an airplane
Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes U.S. Department of Transportation, and possible injury of persons on the ground.
Docket Operations, M–30, West To address this potential unsafe condition,
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, EADS–CASA issued SB–235–52–0061 and
Administration (FAA), Department of 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., SB–235–52–0068 to provide modification
Transportation (DOT). Washington, DC 20590. instructions.
ACTION: Final rule. For the reasons described above, this
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
[EASA] AD requires modification of MLG
Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Access Doors and prohibits installation of a
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Engineer, International Branch, ANM MLG Access Door sealing part number (P/N)
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, CAN36032R. This [EASA] AD also prohibits
Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model
FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, installation of not modified MLG Access
CN–235, CN–235–200, and CN–235–300 Doors.
WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–
airplanes. This AD was prompted by
1112; fax 425–227–1149. Required actions include modification
reports of main landing gear (MLG)
access doors detaching from the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: of the MLG access door by replacing
airplane as a result of excessive Discussion seals in the MLG fairing and, for certain
vibration and metal fatigue in the attach airplanes, adding an additional bolt.
We issued a notice of proposed You may examine the MCAI in the AD
fittings. This AD requires modification rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
of the MLG access door by replacing docket on the Internet at http://
part 39 by adding an AD that would www.regulations.gov by searching for
seals in the MLG fairing and, for certain apply to all Airbus Defense and Space
airplanes, adding an additional bolt. We and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
S.A. Model CN–235, CN–235–200, and 5467.
are issuing this AD to prevent a fracture CN–235–300 airplanes. The NPRM
in the MLG access door associated with published in the Federal Register on Comments
excessive vibration and metal fatigue in April 13, 2016 (81 FR 21766) (‘‘the
the attach fittings. This condition could We gave the public the opportunity to
NPRM’’). The NPRM was prompted by participate in developing this AD. We
lead to MLG access door detachment reports of MLG access doors detaching
and consequent impact of flight received no comments on the NPRM or
from the airplane as a result of excessive on the determination of the cost to the
controls, resulting in reduced control of vibration and metal fatigue in the attach
an airplane. public.
fittings. The NPRM proposed to require
DATES: This AD is effective October 5, modification of the MLG access door by Conclusion
2016. replacing seals in the MLG fairing and, We reviewed the relevant data and
The Director of the Federal Register for certain airplanes, adding an determined that air safety and the
approved the incorporation by reference additional bolt. We are issuing this AD public interest require adopting this AD
of certain publications listed in this AD to prevent a fracture in the MLG access as proposed except for minor editorial
as of October 5, 2016. door associated with excessive vibration changes. We have determined that these
ADDRESSES: For service information and metal fatigue in the attach fittings. minor changes:
identified in this final rule, contact This condition could lead to MLG • Are consistent with the intent that
EADS–CASA, Military Transport access door detachment and consequent was proposed in the NPRM for
Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated impact of flight controls, resulting in correcting the unsafe condition; and
Customer Services (ICS), Technical reduced control of an airplane. • Do not add any additional burden
Services, Avenida de Aragón 404, 28022 The European Aviation Safety Agency upon the public than was already
Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 (EASA), which is the Technical Agent proposed in the NPRM.
84; fax +34 91 585 55 05; email for the Member States of the European
MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; Union, has issued Airworthiness Related Service Information Under 1
Internet http://www.eads.net. You may Directive 2015–0225, dated November CFR Part 51
view this referenced service information 18, 2015 (referred to after this as the We have reviewed the following
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness service information:
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct • EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB–
Renton, WA. For information on the an unsafe condition for all Airbus 235–52–0061, Revision 1, dated October
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
availability of this material at the FAA, Defense and Space S.A. Model CN–235, 24, 2014. The service information
call 425–227–1221. It is also available CN–235–200, and CN–235–300 describes procedures for modifying the
on the Internet at http:// airplanes. The MCAI states: MLG access door by installing an
www.regulations.gov by searching for Occurrences of Main Landing Gear (MLG) additional bolt.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– Access Door detachment were reported. • EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB–
5467. Subsequent investigation determined that the 235–52–0068, Revision 2, dated January
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9, 2015. The service information This service information is reasonably Costs of Compliance
describes procedures for modifying the available because the interested parties We estimate that this AD affects 30
MLG access door by installing an have access to it through their normal airplanes of U.S. registry.
improved fairing seal. course of business or by the means We estimate the following costs to
identified in the ADDRESSES section. comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Modification ..................................................... 60 work-hours × $85 per hour = $5,100 ........ $12,684 $17,784 $533,520
Authority for This Rulemaking Adoption of the Amendment (g) Modifications
(1) For all airplanes: Within 12 months
Title 49 of the United States Code Accordingly, under the authority
after the effective date of this AD, modify
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue delegated to me by the Administrator, each MLG access door by installing an
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as improved fairing seal, in accordance with the
section 106, describes the authority of follows: Accomplishment Instructions of EADS CASA
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Service Bulletin SB–235–52–0068, Revision
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS 2, dated January 9, 2015.
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES (2) For all Model CN–235–200 airplanes:
authority. Concurrently with the action required in
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, modify each
We are issuing this rulemaking under affected MLG access door by installing an
continues to read as follows:
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, additional bolt, in accordance with the
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Accomplishment Instructions of EADS CASA
General requirements.’’ Under that Service Bulletin SB–235–52–0061, Revision
§ 39.13 [Amended] 1, dated October 24, 2014.
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding (h) Credit for Previous Actions
air commerce by prescribing regulations the following new airworthiness
(1) This paragraph provides credit for
for practices, methods, and procedures directive (AD): actions required by paragraph (g)(1) of this
the Administrator finds necessary for 2016–17–17 Airbus Defense and Space S.A. AD, if those actions were performed before
safety in air commerce. This regulation (Formerly Known as Construcciones the effective date of this AD, using EADS
is within the scope of that authority Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39– CASA Service Bulletin SB–235–52–0068,
because it addresses an unsafe condition 18630; Docket No. FAA–2016–5467; Revision 1, dated October 24, 2014; or SB–
that is likely to exist or develop on Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–186–AD. 235–52–0068, dated July 15, 2002.
products identified in this rulemaking (2) This paragraph provides credit for
(a) Effective Date actions required by paragraph (g)(2) of this
action. This AD is effective October 5, 2016. AD, if those actions were performed before
Regulatory Findings the effective date of this AD using EADS
(b) Affected ADs CASA Service Bulletin SB–235–52–0061,
We determined that this AD will not None. dated October 31, 1996.
have federalism implications under (c) Applicability (i) Parts Installation Prohibition and
Executive Order 13132. This AD will Limitation
This AD applies to Airbus Defense and
not have a substantial direct effect on
Space S.A. (formerly known as (1) For airplanes modified as specified in
the States, on the relationship between Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as
the national government and the States, CN–235, CN 235–200, and CN 235–300 applicable, before the effective date of this
or on the distribution of power and airplanes, certificated in any category, all AD: As of the effective date of this AD, no
responsibilities among the various manufacturer serial numbers. person may install a seal having part number
levels of government. For the reasons CAN36032R on any MLG access door.
(d) Subject (2) For airplanes not modified as specified
discussed above, I certify that this AD:
Air Transport Association (ATA) of in paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory America Code 52, Doors. applicable, before the effective date of this
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; AD: After accomplishing the actions required
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (e) Reason
by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures This AD was prompted by reports of main applicable, no person may install a seal
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); landing gear (MLG) access doors detaching having part number CAN36032R on any MLG
from the airplane as a result of excessive access door.
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
vibration and metal fatigue in the attach (3) As of the effective date of this AD,
Alaska; and fittings. We are issuing this AD to prevent a installation of an MLG access door on an
4. Will not have a significant fracture in the MLG access door associated airplane is allowed, provided the MLG access
economic impact, positive or negative, with excessive vibration and metal fatigue in door is modified as required by paragraphs
on a substantial number of small entities the attach fittings. This condition could lead (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as applicable.
under the criteria of the Regulatory to MLG access door detachment and
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
Flexibility Act. consequent impact of flight controls,
resulting in reduced control of an airplane. The following provisions also apply to this
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 AD:
(f) Compliance (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Comply with this AD within the (AMOCs): The Manager, International
safety, Incorporation by reference, compliance times specified, unless already Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
Safety. done. Directorate, FAA, has the authority to
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approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested (5) You may view this service information availability of this material at the FAA,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. that is incorporated by reference at the call 425–227–1221. It is also available
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your National Archives and Records on the Internet at http://
request to your principal inspector or local Administration (NARA). For information on
www.regulations.gov by searching for
Flight Standards District Office, as the availability of this material at NARA, call
appropriate. If sending information directly 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// and locating Docket No. FAA–2012–
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 1075.
Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, locations.html. Examining the AD Docket
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind 18, 2016.
You may examine the AD docket on
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; the Internet at http://
telephone 425–227–1112; fax 425–227–1149. Dorr M. Anderson,
www.regulations.gov by searching for
Before using any approved AMOC, notify Acting Manager, Transport Airplane and locating Docket No. FAA–2012–
your appropriate principal inspector, or Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
1075; or in person at the Docket
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of [FR Doc. 2016–20706 Filed 8–30–16; 8:45 am]
Management Facility between 9 a.m.
the local flight standards district office/ BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
certificate holding district office. The AMOC
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
approval letter must specifically reference except Federal holidays. The AD docket
this AD. contains this AD, the regulatory
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION evaluation, any comments received, and
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective Federal Aviation Administration other information. The street address for
actions from a manufacturer, the action must the Docket Office (telephone: 800–647–
be accomplished using a method approved 5527) is Docket Management Facility,
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– 14 CFR Part 39
U.S. Department of Transportation,
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or [Docket No. FAA–2012–1075; Directorate Docket Operations, M–30, West
the European Aviation Safety Agency Identifier 2012–NM–111–AD; Amendment
(EASA); or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
39–18628; AD 2016–17–15] 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA).
If approved by the DOA, the approval must RIN 2120–AA64 Washington, DC 20590.
include the DOA-authorized signature. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Jeffrey Zimmer, Aerospace Engineer,
(k) Related Information Inc. Airplanes Airframe and Mechanical Systems
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD AGENCY: Federal Aviation Branch, ANE–171, FAA, New York
2015–0225, dated November 18, 2015, for Administration (FAA), Department of Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600
related information. You may examine the Transportation (DOT). Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
MCAI on the Internet at http:// ACTION: Final rule. NY 11590; telephone: 516–228–7306;
www.regulations.gov by searching for and fax: 516–794–5531.
locating Docket No. FAA–2016–5467. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(2) Service information identified in this airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
AD that is not incorporated by reference is Bombardier, Inc. Model CL–600–2B19 Discussion
available at the addresses specified in (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440)
paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. We issued a supplemental notice of
airplanes. This AD was prompted by the proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference need for more stringent inspection amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
(1) The Director of the Federal Register requirements for certain affected that would apply to certain Bombardier,
approved the incorporation by reference components. This AD requires revising Inc. Model CL–600–2B19 (Regional Jet
(IBR) of the service information listed in this the maintenance or inspection program Series 100 & 440) airplanes. The SNPRM
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR to incorporate certain revised published in the Federal Register on
part 51. airworthiness limitations (AWL) and October 27, 2015 (80 FR 65666) (‘‘the
(2) You must use this service information require repairs of affected components.
as applicable to do the actions required by
SNPRM’’). We preceded the SNPRM
We are issuing this AD to detect and with a notice of proposed rulemaking
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB–235– correct fatigue cracking in the affected (NPRM) that published in the Federal
52–0061, Revision 1, Dated October 24, 2014. components; such cracking could result Register on October 16, 2012 (77 FR
(ii) EADS CASA Service Bulletin SB–235– in loss of structural integrity. 63282) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM
52–0068, Revision 2, dated January 9, 2015. DATES: This AD is effective October 5, proposed to require revising the
(3) For service information identified in 2016. maintenance or inspection program to
this AD, contact EADS–CASA, Military The Director of the Federal Register incorporate revised AWL tasks specified
Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), approved the incorporation by reference in certain technical requirements. The
Integrated Customer Services (ICS), of a certain publication listed in this AD
Technical Services, Avenida de Aragón 404,
NPRM was prompted by the need for
28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585
as of October 5, 2016. more stringent inspection requirements
55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 05; email ADDRESSES: For service information for certain affected components. The
MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; identified in this final rule, contact SNPRM proposed to require revising the
Internet http://www.eads.net. You may view Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-Vertu Road maintenance or inspection program to
this referenced service information at the West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, Canada; incorporate certain revised AWL tasks
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 telephone: 514–855–5000; fax: 514– instead of TRs, and to require repairs of
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For 855–7401; email: thd.crj@ affected components. We are issuing
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
information on the availability of this aero.bombardier.com; Internet: http:// this AD to detect and correct fatigue
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(4) You may view this service information
www.bombardier.com. You may view cracking in the affected components.
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, this referenced service information at Such cracking could result in loss of
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For the FAA, Transport Airplane structural integrity.
information on the availability of this Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Transport Canada Civil Aviation
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Renton, WA. For information on the (TCCA), which is the aviation authority
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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 October 5, 2016. | |
| Contact | Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1112; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 59837 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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