81 FR 63367 - Airworthiness Directives; ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 179 (September 15, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 179 (September 15, 2016)
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 179 (Thursday, September 15, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 63367-63370] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-21292] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-0077; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-254-AD; Amendment 39-18645; AD 2016-18-14] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42-500 and Model ATR72-212A airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that interference occurred between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the surrounding passenger cabin furnishing during a production check. This AD requires measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and certain overhead stowage compartment fittings; removing certain fittings from the overhead stowage compartments and measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and the overhead stowage compartment hooks, if necessary; re-installing or repairing, as applicable, the Type III Emergency Exit doors; and modifying the overhead stowage compartments. We are issuing this AD to prevent interference between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the overhead stowage compartment fitting installed on the rail, which could result in obstructed opening of a Type III Emergency Exit door during an emergency evacuation. DATES: This AD is effective October 20, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 20, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional, 1, All[eacute]e Pierre Nadot, 31712 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.aerochain.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- [[Page 63368]] 1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 0077. 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- 0077; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain ATR-- GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42-500 and Model ATR72-212A airplanes. The SNPRM published in the Federal Register on May 12, 2016 (81 FR 29511) (``the SNPRM''). We preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the Federal Register on January 23, 2015 (80 FR 3531) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM proposed to require measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and certain overhead stowage compartment fittings; removing certain fittings from the overhead stowage compartments and measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and the overhead stowage compartment hooks, if necessary; and re-installing or repairing, as applicable, the Type III Emergency Exit doors. The SNPRM proposed to add requirements for modifying the overhead stowage compartments (including removing the hooks and fittings from the lateral rails) and re-identifying the overhead stowage compartments with new part numbers. We are issuing this AD to prevent interference between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the overhead stowage compartment fitting installed on the rail, which could result in obstructed opening of a Type III Emergency Exit door during an emergency evacuation. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0018, dated February 5, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition on certain ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42-500 and Model ATR72- 212A airplanes. The MCAI states: Interference between a Type III Emergency Exit door opening and surrounding passenger cabin furnishing was detected during a production check. Subsequent investigation identified an insufficient gap between the emergency exit door internal skin structure and the overhead stowage compartment fitting, installed on the rail, as a cause of the interference. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could prevent an unobstructed opening of both Type III Emergency Exit doors in case of emergency evacuation. Prompted by this finding, EASA issued AD 2013-0280 to require a one-time check of the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit door internal skin and a relevant fitting and, depending on findings, the accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s). That [EASA] AD was considered to be a temporary measure. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, ATR developed a design solution to ensure that no interference with surrounding structure occurs during opening of an emergency exit. ATR Service Bulletins (SB) ATR42-25-0185, SB ATR42-25-0186, SB ATR72-25-1148 and SB ATR72-25- 1149 were issued to provide the necessary modification instructions for in-service aeroplanes. For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2013-0280, which is superseded, and requires modification of the overhead bin attachment adjacent to the Type III emergency exit doors [The modification includes removing the hooks and fittings from the lateral rails and re-identifying the overhead stowage compartments]. Required actions include an additional measurement of the gap between the internal skin and overhead stowage compartment hooks of both Type III Emergency Exits, if necessary. Corrective actions include re- installing the Type III Emergency Exit doors and doing a repair. 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- 0077. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM 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 SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the SNPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Service has issued the following service information: ATR Service Bulletin ATR42 25-0180, dated August 19, 2013, which describes procedures for, among other things, removing certain fittings from the overhead stowage compartments, measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and the overhead stowage compartment hooks, re-installing the Type III Emergency Exit doors, and repairing the Type III Emergency Exit doors. ATR Service Bulletin ATR72 25-1141, dated August 19, 2013, which describes procedures for, among other things, removing certain fittings from the overhead stowage compartments, measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and the overhead stowage compartment hooks, and re-installing the Type III Emergency Exit doors. ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0185, dated November 21, 2014, which describes procedures for modifying the overhead stowage compartments. ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0186, dated November 21, 2014, which describes procedures for modifying the overhead stowage compartments. ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1148, dated November 21, 2014, which describes procedures for modifying the overhead stowage compartments. ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1149, dated November 21, 2014, which describes procedures for modifying the overhead stowage compartments. 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 4 airplanes of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 4 work-hours per product to [[Page 63369]] comply with the new basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $0 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $1,360, or $340, or per product. In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions will take about 1 work-hour for a cost of $85 per product. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these actions. 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): 2016-18-14 ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional: Amendment 39-18645; Docket No. FAA-2015-0077; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM- 254-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective October 20, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes, certificated in any category, identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (1) ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42-500 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) on which ATR Modification 6518 has been embodied in production, except those airplanes on which ATR Modification 7294 has been embodied in production. (2) ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR72- 212A airplanes on which ATR Modification 6517 has been embodied in production, except those airplanes on which ATR Modification 7294 has been embodied in production. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/ furnishings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report indicating that interference occurred between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the surrounding passenger cabin furnishing during a production check. We are issuing this AD to prevent interference between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the overhead stowage compartment fitting installed on the rail; which could result in obstructed opening of a Type III Emergency Exit door during an emergency evacuation. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Measurement of Gap Between Type III Emergency Exit Doors and Certain Overhead Stowage Compartment Fittings For all airplanes, except those airplanes on which ATR Modification 7152 has been embodied in production and except airplanes having MSN 1002, 1005, 1089, 1094, 1095, 1097, 1098, 1099, 1100, 1101, or 1102: Within 2 months after the effective date of this AD, measure the gap between each Type III Emergency Exit door, left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH), and the overhead stowage compartment fitting installed on the rail by unlocking and slightly rotating the LH and RH Type III Emergency Exit doors with the doors remaining on the lower fittings. Use a shim gauge 6 millimeters (mm) (0.236 inch) thick, to measure the gap between the internal skin of the doors and the relevant fittings, part numbers (P/N) S2522924620000 (LH fitting) and P/N S2522924620100 (RH fitting). Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Illustrations may be found in the applicable ATR Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) 25-23-02, figure 87, item 90/100. Note 2 to paragraph (g) of this AD: It might be necessary to pull on the door blanket to correctly see the door internal skin. (h) Re-Installation of Type III Emergency Exit Doors During the measurement required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if it is determined that there is a gap equal to or greater than 6 mm (0.236 inch): Before further flight, re-install the LH and RH Type III Emergency Exit Doors, in accordance with paragraph 3.C.(1)(d) of the Accomplishment Instructions of ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25- 0180, dated August 19, 2013; or ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1141, dated August 19, 2013; as applicable. (i) Removal of Fitting and Measurement of Gap Between Door Internal Skin and Overhead Stowage Compartment Hooks During the measurement required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if it is determined that there is a gap less than 6 mm (0.236 inch): Before further flight, remove the fitting having P/N S2522924620000 (LH fitting) or P/N S2522924620100 (RH fitting), and measure the gap between the internal skin of the LH and RH Type III Emergency Exit doors and the overhead stowage compartment hooks, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25- 0180, dated August 19, 2013; or ATR72-25-1141, dated August 19, 2013; as applicable. (1) If, during the measurement required by paragraph (i) of this AD, it is determined that there is a gap equal to or greater than 6 mm (0.236 inch): Before further flight, re-install the LH and RH Type III Emergency Exit Doors, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0180, dated August 19, 2013; or ATR72-25-1141, dated August 19, 2013; as applicable. (2) If, during the measurement required by paragraph (i) of this AD, it is determined that there is a gap less than 6 mm (0.236 inch): Before further flight, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). [[Page 63370]] (j) Modification of Overhead Stowage Compartments and Re-Identification of Part Number Within 4 months after the effective date of this AD: Modify the overhead stowage compartments, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(4) of this AD. (1) For airplanes identified in ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25- 0185, dated November 21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0185, dated November 21, 2014. (2) For airplanes identified in ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25- 0186, dated November 21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0186, dated November 21, 2014. (3) For airplanes identified in ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25- 1148, dated November 21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1148, dated November 21, 2014. (4) For airplanes identified in ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25- 1149, dated November 21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1149, dated November 21, 2014. (k) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (l) Related Information Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0018, dated February 5, 2015, 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-2015-0077. (m) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0180, dated August 19, 2013. (ii) ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0185, dated November 21, 2014. (iii) ATR Service Bulletin ATR42-25-0186, dated November 21, 2014. (iv) ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1141, dated August 19, 2013. (v) ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1148, dated November 21, 2014. (vi) ATR Service Bulletin ATR72-25-1149, dated November 21, 2014. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact ATR-- GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional, 1, All[eacute]e Pierre Nadot, 31712 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.aerochain.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 25, 2016. John P. Piccola, Jr., Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-21292 Filed 9-14-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, Civil utilize a loan approval process that is in DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Justice Reform, to minimize litigation, line with current private sector practices
eliminate ambiguity, and reduce and reduce the processing cost for Federal Aviation Administration
burden. This action does not have disaster loans.
preemptive or retroactive effect. 14 CFR Part 39
Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. Ch.
Executive Order 13132 35) [Docket No. FAA–2015–0077; Directorate
Identifier 2013–NM–254–AD; Amendment
For the purposes of Executive Order 39–18645; AD 2016–18–14]
13132, this final rule will not have For the purpose of the Paperwork
substantial direct effects on the States, Reduction Act, 44 U.S.C. Ch. 35, SBA RIN 2120–AA64
on the relationship between the national has determined that this final rule does
government and the States, or the not impose any new reporting or Airworthiness Directives; ATR—GIE
distribution of power and recordkeeping requirements. Avions de Transport Régional
responsibilities among the various Airplanes
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601–
levels of government. Therefore, SBA AGENCY: Federal Aviation
determined that this final rule has no 612)
Administration (FAA), Department of
federalism implications warranting The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA), Transportation (DOT).
preparation of a federalism assessment. 5 U.S.C. 601 requires administrative ACTION: Final rule.
Executive 13563 agencies to consider the effect of their
actions on small entities, including SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Executive Order 13563 reaffirms the airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
principles of E.O. 12866 while calling small businesses. According to the RFA,
when an agency issues a rule, the ATR—GIE Avions de Transport
for improvements in the nation’s Régional Model ATR42–500 and Model
regulatory system to promote agency must prepare an analysis to
determine whether the impact of the ATR72–212A airplanes. This AD was
predictability, to reduce uncertainty, prompted by a report indicating that
and to use the best, most innovative, rule will have a significant economic
interference occurred between a Type III
and least burdensome tools for impact on a substantial number of small
Emergency Exit door and the
achieving regulatory ends. The entities. However, the RFA allows an
surrounding passenger cabin furnishing
executive order directs agencies to agency to certify a rule in lieu of during a production check. This AD
consider regulatory approaches that preparing an analysis if the rulemaking requires measuring the gap between the
reduce burdens and maintain flexibility is not expected to have a significant Type III Emergency Exit doors and
and freedom of choice for the public economic impact on a substantial certain overhead stowage compartment
where these approaches are relevant, number of small entities. fittings; removing certain fittings from
feasible, and consistent with regulatory
While this rule will affect all future the overhead stowage compartments
objectives. E.O. 13563 also requires that
applicants for disaster assistance, some and measuring the gap between the
regulations be based on the open
of which would be small entities, it does Type III Emergency Exit doors and the
exchange of information and
perspectives among state and local not impose any requirements on small overhead stowage compartment hooks,
officials, affected stakeholders in the entities. It streamlines SBA’s processes if necessary; re-installing or repairing, as
private sector, and the public as a in order to enable the Agency to provide applicable, the Type III Emergency Exit
whole. disaster assistance more quickly and doors; and modifying the overhead
In developing the interim final rule, efficiently to small entities. SBA is not stowage compartments. We are issuing
SBA collaborated with multiple a small entity. As such, SBA certifies this AD to prevent interference between
agencies through its participation on that this rule does not have a significant a Type III Emergency Exit door and the
Hurricane Sandy Rebuilding Task Force. economic impact on a substantial overhead stowage compartment fitting
The Task Force was led by the Secretary installed on the rail, which could result
number of small entities.
of Housing and Urban Development, in obstructed opening of a Type III
and included twenty-three executive List of Subjects in 13 CFR Part 123 Emergency Exit door during an
department agencies and offices. The emergency evacuation.
Disaster assistance, Loan programs— DATES: This AD is effective October 20,
Task Force worked with these Federal
business, Reporting and recordkeeping 2016.
agency members as well as state and
requirements, Small businesses, The Director of the Federal Register
local officials to identify areas where
Terrorism. approved the incorporation by reference
immediate steps could be taken to help
communities recovering from Hurricane Authority and Issuance of certain publications listed in this AD
Sandy. Executive Order 13563 also as of October 20, 2016.
recognizes the importance of ■ Accordingly, for the reasons set forth ADDRESSES: For service information
maintaining a consistent culture of above, the interim final rule published identified in this final rule, contact
retrospective review and analysis at 79 FR 22859 (April 25, 2014) is ATR—GIE Avions de Transport
throughout the executive branch. SBA adopted as a final rule without change. Régional, 1, Allée Pierre Nadot, 31712
had identified revisions to § 123.6 to Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33
Dated: August 26, 2016.
expedite approval of disaster loans (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21
based on credit score as a part of its Maria Contreras-Sweet, 67 18; email continued.airworthiness@
retrospective review. As stated in that Administrator. atr.fr; Internet http://
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disaster loans to borrowers with strong BILLING CODE 8025–01–P referenced service information at the
credit indicated limited risk. Changing FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
the current process of requiring a cash 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA.
flow analysis for all loan applications For information on the availability of
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1221. It is also available on the Internet on the rail, which could result in on the determination of the cost to the
at http://www.regulations.gov by obstructed opening of a Type III public.
searching for and locating Docket No. Emergency Exit door during an
Conclusion
FAA–2015–0077. emergency evacuation.
The European Aviation Safety Agency We reviewed the relevant data and
Examining the AD Docket (EASA), which is the Technical Agent determined that air safety and the
You may examine the AD docket on for the Member States of the European public interest require adopting this AD
the Internet at http:// Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness as proposed except for minor editorial
www.regulations.gov by searching for Directive 2015–0018, dated February 5, changes. We have determined that these
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– 2015 (referred to after this as the minor changes:
0077; or in person at the Docket Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness • Are consistent with the intent that
Management Facility between 9 a.m. Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct was proposed in the SNPRM for
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, an unsafe condition on certain ATR— correcting the unsafe condition; and
except Federal holidays. The AD docket GIE Avions de Transport Régional • Do not add any additional burden
contains this AD, the regulatory Model ATR42–500 and Model ATR72– upon the public than was already
evaluation, any comments received, and 212A airplanes. The MCAI states: proposed in the SNPRM.
other information. The street address for Interference between a Type III Emergency Related Service Information Under 1
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– Exit door opening and surrounding passenger CFR Part 51
5527) is Docket Management Facility, cabin furnishing was detected during a Avions de Transport Régional Service
U.S. Department of Transportation, production check.
has issued the following service
Docket Operations, M–30, West Subsequent investigation identified an
insufficient gap between the emergency exit information:
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, • ATR Service Bulletin ATR42 25–
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., door internal skin structure and the overhead
stowage compartment fitting, installed on the 0180, dated August 19, 2013, which
Washington, DC 20590. rail, as a cause of the interference. describes procedures for, among other
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom This condition, if not detected and things, removing certain fittings from
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, corrected, could prevent an unobstructed the overhead stowage compartments,
International Branch, ANM–116, opening of both Type III Emergency Exit measuring the gap between the Type III
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, doors in case of emergency evacuation. Emergency Exit doors and the overhead
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA Prompted by this finding, EASA issued AD stowage compartment hooks, re-
2013–0280 to require a one-time check of the
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1137; installing the Type III Emergency Exit
gap between the Type III Emergency Exit
fax 425–227–1149. door internal skin and a relevant fitting and, doors, and repairing the Type III
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: depending on findings, the accomplishment Emergency Exit doors.
of applicable corrective action(s). That • ATR Service Bulletin ATR72 25–
Discussion [EASA] AD was considered to be a temporary 1141, dated August 19, 2013, which
We issued a supplemental notice of measure. describes procedures for, among other
proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to Since that [EASA] AD was issued, ATR things, removing certain fittings from
developed a design solution to ensure that no the overhead stowage compartments,
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
interference with surrounding structure measuring the gap between the Type III
that would apply to certain ATR—GIE occurs during opening of an emergency exit.
Avions de Transport Régional Model Emergency Exit doors and the overhead
ATR Service Bulletins (SB) ATR42–25–0185,
ATR42–500 and Model ATR72–212A SB ATR42–25–0186, SB ATR72–25–1148 and stowage compartment hooks, and re-
airplanes. The SNPRM published in the SB ATR72–25–1149 were issued to provide installing the Type III Emergency Exit
Federal Register on May 12, 2016 (81 the necessary modification instructions for doors.
FR 29511) (‘‘the SNPRM’’). We preceded in-service aeroplanes. For the reason • ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25–
the SNPRM with a notice of proposed described above, this [EASA] AD retains the 0185, dated November 21, 2014, which
rulemaking (NPRM) that published in requirements of EASA AD 2013–0280, which describes procedures for modifying the
is superseded, and requires modification of overhead stowage compartments.
the Federal Register on January 23,
2015 (80 FR 3531) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The
the overhead bin attachment adjacent to the • ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25–
Type III emergency exit doors [The 0186, dated November 21, 2014, which
NPRM proposed to require measuring modification includes removing the hooks
describes procedures for modifying the
the gap between the Type III Emergency and fittings from the lateral rails and re-
overhead stowage compartments.
Exit doors and certain overhead stowage identifying the overhead stowage
compartments]. • ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25–
compartment fittings; removing certain 1148, dated November 21, 2014, which
fittings from the overhead stowage Required actions include an additional describes procedures for modifying the
compartments and measuring the gap measurement of the gap between the overhead stowage compartments.
between the Type III Emergency Exit internal skin and overhead stowage • ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25–
doors and the overhead stowage compartment hooks of both Type III 1149, dated November 21, 2014, which
compartment hooks, if necessary; and Emergency Exits, if necessary. describes procedures for modifying the
re-installing or repairing, as applicable, Corrective actions include re-installing overhead stowage compartments.
the Type III Emergency Exit doors. The the Type III Emergency Exit doors and This service information is reasonably
SNPRM proposed to add requirements doing a repair. You may examine the available because the interested parties
for modifying the overhead stowage MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet have access to it through their normal
compartments (including removing the at http://www.regulations.gov by course of business or by the means
hooks and fittings from the lateral rails)
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searching for and locating Docket No. identified in the ADDRESSES section.
and re-identifying the overhead stowage FAA–2015–0077.
compartments with new part numbers. Costs of Compliance
We are issuing this AD to prevent Comments We estimate that this AD affects 4
interference between a Type III We gave the public the opportunity to airplanes of U.S. registry.
Emergency Exit door and the overhead participate in developing this AD. We We also estimate that it will take
stowage compartment fitting installed received no comments on the SNPRM or about 4 work-hours per product to
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comply with the new basic Adoption of the Amendment having MSN 1002, 1005, 1089, 1094, 1095,
requirements of this AD. The average 1097, 1098, 1099, 1100, 1101, or 1102:
Accordingly, under the authority Within 2 months after the effective date of
labor rate is $85 per work-hour. delegated to me by the Administrator,
Required parts will cost about $0 per this AD, measure the gap between each Type
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as III Emergency Exit door, left-hand (LH) and
product. Based on these figures, we follows: right-hand (RH), and the overhead stowage
estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. compartment fitting installed on the rail by
operators to be $1,360, or $340, or per PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS unlocking and slightly rotating the LH and
product. DIRECTIVES RH Type III Emergency Exit doors with the
In addition, we estimate that any doors remaining on the lower fittings. Use a
necessary follow-on actions will take ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 shim gauge 6 millimeters (mm) (0.236 inch)
about 1 work-hour for a cost of $85 per continues to read as follows: thick, to measure the gap between the
product. We have no way of internal skin of the doors and the relevant
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
determining the number of aircraft that fittings, part numbers (P/N) S2522924620000
might need these actions. § 39.13 [Amended] (LH fitting) and P/N S2522924620100 (RH
fitting).
Authority for This Rulemaking ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD:
the following new airworthiness Illustrations may be found in the applicable
Title 49 of the United States Code directive (AD): ATR Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) 25–23–02,
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
2016–18–14 ATR—GIE Avions de figure 87, item 90/100.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of Transport Régional: Amendment 39– Note 2 to paragraph (g) of this AD: It might
18645; Docket No. FAA–2015–0077; be necessary to pull on the door blanket to
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Directorate Identifier 2013–NM–254–AD. correctly see the door internal skin.
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s (a) Effective Date (h) Re-Installation of Type III Emergency
authority. This AD is effective October 20, 2016. Exit Doors
We are issuing this rulemaking under During the measurement required by
(b) Affected ADs
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, paragraph (g) of this AD, if it is determined
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: None.
that there is a gap equal to or greater than 6
General requirements.’’ Under that (c) Applicability mm (0.236 inch): Before further flight, re-
section, Congress charges the FAA with This AD applies to the airplanes, install the LH and RH Type III Emergency
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in certificated in any category, identified in Exit Doors, in accordance with paragraph
air commerce by prescribing regulations paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. 3.C.(1)(d) of the Accomplishment
for practices, methods, and procedures (1) ATR—GIE Avions de Transport Instructions of ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–
Régional Model ATR42–500 airplanes, all 25–0180, dated August 19, 2013; or ATR
the Administrator finds necessary for Service Bulletin ATR72–25–1141, dated
safety in air commerce. This regulation manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) on
which ATR Modification 6518 has been August 19, 2013; as applicable.
is within the scope of that authority
embodied in production, except those (i) Removal of Fitting and Measurement of
because it addresses an unsafe condition
airplanes on which ATR Modification 7294 Gap Between Door Internal Skin and
that is likely to exist or develop on has been embodied in production. Overhead Stowage Compartment Hooks
products identified in this rulemaking (2) ATR—GIE Avions de Transport
action. During the measurement required by
Régional Model ATR72–212A airplanes on
paragraph (g) of this AD, if it is determined
which ATR Modification 6517 has been
Regulatory Findings that there is a gap less than 6 mm (0.236
embodied in production, except those
inch): Before further flight, remove the fitting
We determined that this AD will not airplanes on which ATR Modification 7294
having P/N S2522924620000 (LH fitting) or
have federalism implications under has been embodied in production.
P/N S2522924620100 (RH fitting), and
Executive Order 13132. This AD will (d) Subject measure the gap between the internal skin of
not have a substantial direct effect on the LH and RH Type III Emergency Exit doors
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
the States, on the relationship between America Code 25, Equipment/furnishings. and the overhead stowage compartment
the national government and the States, hooks, in accordance with the
or on the distribution of power and (e) Reason Accomplishment Instructions of ATR Service
responsibilities among the various This AD was prompted by a report Bulletin ATR42–25–0180, dated August 19,
levels of government. indicating that interference occurred between 2013; or ATR72–25–1141, dated August 19,
For the reasons discussed above, I a Type III Emergency Exit door and the 2013; as applicable.
surrounding passenger cabin furnishing (1) If, during the measurement required by
certify that this AD: paragraph (i) of this AD, it is determined that
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory during a production check. We are issuing
this AD to prevent interference between a there is a gap equal to or greater than 6 mm
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (0.236 inch): Before further flight, re-install
Type III Emergency Exit door and the
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the the LH and RH Type III Emergency Exit
overhead stowage compartment fitting
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures installed on the rail; which could result in Doors, in accordance with the
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); obstructed opening of a Type III Emergency Accomplishment Instructions of ATR Service
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Exit door during an emergency evacuation. Bulletin ATR42–25–0180, dated August 19,
Alaska; and 2013; or ATR72–25–1141, dated August 19,
4. Will not have a significant (f) Compliance 2013; as applicable.
economic impact, positive or negative, Comply with this AD within the (2) If, during the measurement required by
on a substantial number of small entities compliance times specified, unless already paragraph (i) of this AD, it is determined that
done. there is a gap less than 6 mm (0.236 inch):
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under the criteria of the Regulatory Before further flight, repair using a method
Flexibility Act. (g) Measurement of Gap Between Type III approved by the Manager, International
Emergency Exit Doors and Certain Overhead Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Stowage Compartment Fittings Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation For all airplanes, except those airplanes on Safety Agency (EASA); or ATR–GIE Avions
safety, Incorporation by reference, which ATR Modification 7152 has been de Transport Régional’s EASA Design
Safety. embodied in production and except airplanes Organization Approval (DOA).
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(j) Modification of Overhead Stowage (IBR) of the service information listed in this for cracking in the aft hinge brackets of
Compartments and Re-Identification of Part paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR the outer shroud box that is located in
Number part 51. the outer wing box, and related
Within 4 months after the effective date of (2) You must use this service information
investigative and corrective actions if
this AD: Modify the overhead stowage as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. necessary. This new AD changes certain
compartments, in accordance with the compliance times and adds airplanes to
Accomplishment Instructions of the (i) ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25–0180,
applicable service information identified in dated August 19, 2013. the applicability. This AD was
paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(4) of this AD. (ii) ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25–0185, prompted by reports of cracks in the aft
(1) For airplanes identified in ATR Service dated November 21, 2014. hinge brackets of the outer shroud box
Bulletin ATR42–25–0185, dated November (iii) ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25–0186, that is located in the outer wing box,
21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25– dated November 21, 2014. which were found during routine
0185, dated November 21, 2014. (iv) ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25–1141, maintenance checks, and our
(2) For airplanes identified in ATR Service dated August 19, 2013.
subsequent determination that a change
Bulletin ATR42–25–0186, dated November (v) ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25–1148,
dated November 21, 2014. in inspection compliance times is
21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR42–25–
(vi) ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25–1149, needed. We are issuing this AD to detect
0186, dated November 21, 2014.
(3) For airplanes identified in ATR Service dated November 21, 2014. and correct cracking of the aft hinge
Bulletin ATR72–25–1148, dated November (3) For service information identified in brackets of the outer shroud box; such
21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25– this AD, contact ATR—GIE Avions de cracking could affect the structural
1148, dated November 21, 2014. Transport Régional, 1, Allée Pierre Nadot, integrity of the airplane.
(4) For airplanes identified in ATR Service 31712 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 DATES: This AD becomes effective
Bulletin ATR72–25–1149, dated November (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18;
October 20, 2016.
21, 2014: ATR Service Bulletin ATR72–25– email continued.airworthiness@atr.fr;
Internet http://www.aerochain.com.
The Director of the Federal Register
1149, dated November 21, 2014.
(4) You may view this service information approved the incorporation by reference
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, of certain publications listed in this AD
The following provisions also apply to this 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For as of October 20, 2016.
AD: information on the availability of this ADDRESSES: For service information
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. identified in this final rule, contact
(AMOCs): The Manager, International (5) You may view this service information Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office—
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane that is incorporated by reference at the
EAW, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to National Archives and Records
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested Administration (NARA). For information on 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. the availability of this material at NARA, call +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// 51; email account.airworth-eas@
request to your principal inspector or local www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- airbus.com; Internet http://
Flight Standards District Office, as locations.html. www.airbus.com. You may view this
appropriate. If sending information directly referenced service information at the
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
25, 2016.
Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA.
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane For information on the availability of
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. this material at the FAA, call 425–227–
telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149. [FR Doc. 2016–21292 Filed 9–14–16; 8:45 am]
1221. It is also available on the Internet
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- at http://www.regulations.gov by
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using searching for and locating Docket No.
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate FAA–2015–6550.
principal inspector, or lacking a principal
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Examining the AD Docket
inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding You may examine the AD docket on
Federal Aviation Administration
district office. the Internet at http://
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any www.regulations.gov by searching for
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 14 CFR Part 39
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
[Docket No. FAA–2015–6550; Directorate 6550; or in person at the Docket
be accomplished using a method approved Identifier 2013–NM–162–AD; Amendment
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– Management Facility between 9 a.m.
39–18638; AD 2016–18–08]
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
EASA; or ATR—GIE Avions de Transport RIN 2120–AA64 except Federal holidays. The AD docket
Régional’s EASA DOA. If approved by the contains this AD, the regulatory
DOA, the approval must include the DOA- Airworthiness Directives; Airbus evaluation, any comments received, and
authorized signature. Airplanes other information. The address for the
(l) Related Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527)
Refer to Mandatory Continuing Administration (FAA), Department of is Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Transportation (DOT). Department of Transportation, Docket
Airworthiness Directive 2015–0018, dated Operations, M–30, West Building
ACTION: Final rule.
February 5, 2015, for related information. Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket SUMMARY: We are superseding New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
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on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov Airworthiness Directive (AD) 90–11–05 DC 20590.
by searching for and locating Docket No.
for certain Airbus Model A300 B2–1C, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan
FAA–2015–0077.
B2K–3C, B2–203, B4–2C, B4–103, and Rodina, Aerospace Engineer,
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference B4–203 airplanes and Model A300 B4– International Branch, ANM–116,
(1) The Director of the Federal Register 600 series airplanes. AD 90–11–05 Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
approved the incorporation by reference required repetitive detailed inspections 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
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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 20, 2016. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 63367 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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