81 FR 70011 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 196 (October 11, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 196 (October 11, 2016)
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 196 (Tuesday, October 11, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 70011-70013] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-24197] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-5042; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-140-AD; Amendment 39-18680; AD 2016-20-14] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900 and -900ER series airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating that certain fastener locations in the window corner surround structure are subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD). This AD requires repetitive high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for cracking in certain fastener locations in the window corner surround structure, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking around certain fastener locations that could cause multiple window corner skin cracks, which could result in rapid decompression and consequent loss of structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective November 15, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 15, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone: 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax: 206-766-5680; Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com.You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016- 5042. 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- 5042; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 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: Gaetano Settineri, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6577; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected]. 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 The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900 and -900ER series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 5, 2016 (81 FR 19512) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by an evaluation by the DAH indicating that certain fastener locations in the window corner surround structure are subject to WFD. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive HFEC inspections for cracking in certain fastener locations in the window corner surround structure, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking around certain fastener locations that could cause multiple window corner skin cracks, which could result in rapid decompression and consequent loss of structural integrity of the airplane. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Support for the NPRM Boeing and the Airline Pilots Association, International supported the content of the NPRM. Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the supplemental type certificate (STC) ST00830SE does not affect compliance with the actions specified in the NPRM. We agree with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) as (c)(1) and added a new paragraph (c)(2) to this AD to state that installation of STC ST00830SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this final rule. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST00830SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. Request for Clarification of Extent of Boeing Organization Designation Authority (ODA) Southwest Airlines (SWA) asked for clarification that the Boeing ODA identified in paragraph (i)(3) of the proposed AD can provide an AMOC for any ``repair, modification, or alteration'' that includes the authority to approve existing repairs in the inspection area that inhibit accomplishment of the AD requirements as terminating action to paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. SWA also asked if the ODA has the authority to provide alternative inspection procedures for repaired areas where the inspection in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD cannot be accomplished. Additionally, SWA asked that we clarify that the Boeing ODA identified in paragraph (i)(3) of the proposed AD is able to issue an AMOC to the proposed AD for an existing repair at the S-14 lap joint (where the location of the repair inhibits accomplishing the initial inspection), provided the repair was approved by any FAA designation authority, and there is a minimum of three fastener rows above and below the lap joint. SWA stated that neither Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015, nor the NPRM clearly state how to address existing repairs that prevent [[Page 70012]] accomplishment of the inspections specified in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. We agree with the commenter that clarification of the extent of the authority of the Boeing ODA is necessary. The Boeing ODA has the authority to evaluate existing repairs and provide alternative inspection programs in the repaired area, including authority to approve alternative inspections as AMOCs if needed. We infer that SWA is also asking if the Boeing ODA can issue a global AMOC for the referenced repair at the S-14 lap joint. The Boeing ODA does not have the authority to approve global AMOCs. In addition, we have not received any information from Boeing that defines such a repair that would be considered for a global AMOC. If Boeing provides supporting data, we will evaluate the data to determine if that repair and any associated inspections provide an acceptable level of safety for such an AMOC. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Change to This AD We have determined that the end level effect of the unsafe condition in the NPRM should be changed to more closely match the service information. Therefore, we have changed ``. . . reduced structural integrity'' to ``. . . loss of structural integrity'' in the SUMMARY and SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION sections and in paragraph (e) of this AD accordingly. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015. The service information describes procedures for HFEC inspections and repair for cracking in certain fastener locations in the window corner surround structure. 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 1,528 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection....................... 38 work-hours x $85 $0 $3,230 per $4,935,440 per per hour = $3,230 inspection cycle. inspection cycle per inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. 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 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 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): 2016-20-14 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18680; FAA-2016-5042; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-140-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 15, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 737-600, - 700, -700C, -800, -900 and -900ER series airplanes, certificated in any category. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST00830SE (http:// [[Page 70013]] rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgSTC.nsf/0/ 38B606833BBD98B386257FAA00602538?OpenDocument&Highlight=st00830se) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST00830SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder indicating that certain fastener locations in the window corner surround structure are subject to widespread fatigue damage. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking around certain fastener locations that could cause multiple window corner skin cracks, which could result in rapid decompression and consequent loss of structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections and Repair At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015: Do an external high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection for cracking of the skin around the fastener locations at the upper forward and lower aft corners of each window between station (STA) 360 and STA 540, as applicable, and at the lower forward and upper aft corners of each window between STA 727 and STA 887, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015. Repeat the inspection thereafter at the applicable times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015. If any crack is found during any inspection, repair before further flight using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (i) of this AD. (h) Exception to the Service Bulletin Specifications Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015, specifies to contact Boeing for repair instructions, and specifies that action as ``RC'' (Required for Compliance), this AD requires repair before further flight using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (i) of this AD. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (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 (j) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (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) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) Except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD: For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (j) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Gaetano Settineri, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6577; fax: 425-917-6590; 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. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1351, dated July 8, 2015. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone: 206-544- 5000, extension 1; fax: 206-766-5680; Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (4) You may view this service information at 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 September 28, 2016. Dionne Palermo, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-24197 Filed 10-7-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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The NRC made no changes to the rule 98124–2207; telephone: 206–544–5000, consequent loss of structural integrity of
as a result of this comment. extension 1; fax: 206–766–5680; the airplane.
In summary, the NRC did not receive Internet: https://
Comments
any comments that warranted www.myboeingfleet.com.You may view
withdrawal of the direct final rule. this referenced service information at We gave the public the opportunity to
Therefore, none of these comments the FAA, Transport Airplane participate in developing this AD. The
required a change in the rule’s effective Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., following presents the comments
date of May 31, 2016. Renton, WA. For information on the received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
availability of this material at the FAA, response to each comment.
Dated at Rockville, Maryland, this 28th day
of September, 2016 call 425–227–1221. It is also available Support for the NPRM
For the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. on the Internet at http://
www.regulations.gov by searching for Boeing and the Airline Pilots
Michael R. Johnson, Association, International supported the
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
Acting Executive Director for Operations. content of the NPRM.
5042.
[FR Doc. 2016–24466 Filed 10–7–16; 8:45 am]
Examining the AD Docket Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
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of the Proposed Actions
You may examine the AD docket on Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
the Internet at http:// accomplishing the supplemental type
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION www.regulations.gov by searching for certificate (STC) ST00830SE does not
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– affect compliance with the actions
Federal Aviation Administration
5042; or in person at the Docket specified in the NPRM.
Management Facility between 9 a.m. We agree with the commenter. We
14 CFR Part 39
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, have redesignated paragraph (c) as (c)(1)
[Docket No. FAA–2016–5042; Directorate except Federal holidays. The AD docket and added a new paragraph (c)(2) to this
Identifier 2015–NM–140–AD; Amendment contains this AD, the regulatory AD to state that installation of STC
39–18680; AD 2016–20–14] evaluation, any comments received, and ST00830SE does not affect the ability to
RIN 2120–AA64 other information. The address for the accomplish the actions required by this
Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is final rule. Therefore, for airplanes on
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Docket Management Facility, U.S. which STC ST00830SE is installed, a
Company Airplanes Department of Transportation, Docket ‘‘change in product’’ alternative method
Operations, M–30, West Building of compliance (AMOC) approval request
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 is not necessary to comply with the
Administration (FAA), DOT. New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
ACTION: Final rule. DC 20590.
Request for Clarification of Extent of
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Boeing Organization Designation
airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Gaetano Settineri, Aerospace Engineer, Authority (ODA)
Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA,
Seattle Aircraft Certification Office Southwest Airlines (SWA) asked for
–700C, –800, –900 and –900ER series clarification that the Boeing ODA
airplanes. This AD was prompted by an (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6577; identified in paragraph (i)(3) of the
evaluation by the design approval proposed AD can provide an AMOC for
holder (DAH) indicating that certain fax: 425–917–6590; email:
gaetano.settineri@faa.gov. any ‘‘repair, modification, or alteration’’
fastener locations in the window corner that includes the authority to approve
surround structure are subject to SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: existing repairs in the inspection area
widespread fatigue damage (WFD). This that inhibit accomplishment of the AD
AD requires repetitive high frequency Discussion
requirements as terminating action to
eddy current (HFEC) inspections for We issued a notice of proposed paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. SWA
cracking in certain fastener locations in rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR also asked if the ODA has the authority
the window corner surround structure, part 39 by adding an AD that would to provide alternative inspection
and repair if necessary. We are issuing apply to all The Boeing Company Model procedures for repaired areas where the
this AD to detect and correct fatigue 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900 and inspection in paragraph (g) of the
cracking around certain fastener –900ER series airplanes. The NPRM proposed AD cannot be accomplished.
locations that could cause multiple published in the Federal Register on Additionally, SWA asked that we clarify
window corner skin cracks, which April 5, 2016 (81 FR 19512) (‘‘the that the Boeing ODA identified in
could result in rapid decompression and NPRM’’). The NPRM was prompted by paragraph (i)(3) of the proposed AD is
consequent loss of structural integrity of an evaluation by the DAH indicating able to issue an AMOC to the proposed
the airplane. that certain fastener locations in the AD for an existing repair at the S–14 lap
DATES: This AD is effective November window corner surround structure are joint (where the location of the repair
15, 2016. subject to WFD. The NPRM proposed to inhibits accomplishing the initial
The Director of the Federal Register require repetitive HFEC inspections for inspection), provided the repair was
approved the incorporation by reference cracking in certain fastener locations in approved by any FAA designation
of a certain publication listed in this AD the window corner surround structure, authority, and there is a minimum of
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as of November 15, 2016. and repair if necessary. We are issuing three fastener rows above and below the
ADDRESSES: For service information this AD to detect and correct fatigue lap joint. SWA stated that neither
identified in this final rule, contact cracking around certain fastener Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, locations that could cause multiple 53A1351, dated July 8, 2015, nor the
Attention: Data & Services Management, window corner skin cracks, which NPRM clearly state how to address
P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA could result in rapid decompression and existing repairs that prevent
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accomplishment of the inspections Change to This AD We also determined that these
specified in paragraph (g) of the changes will not increase the economic
We have determined that the end
proposed AD. burden on any operator or increase the
We agree with the commenter that level effect of the unsafe condition in
the NPRM should be changed to more scope of this AD.
clarification of the extent of the
authority of the Boeing ODA is closely match the service information. Related Service Information Under 1
necessary. The Boeing ODA has the Therefore, we have changed CFR Part 51
authority to evaluate existing repairs ‘‘. . . reduced structural integrity’’ to
and provide alternative inspection ‘‘. . . loss of structural integrity’’ in the We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
programs in the repaired area, including SUMMARY and SUPPLEMENTARY Bulletin 737–53A1351, dated July 8,
authority to approve alternative INFORMATION sections and in paragraph 2015. The service information describes
inspections as AMOCs if needed. (e) of this AD accordingly. procedures for HFEC inspections and
We infer that SWA is also asking if Conclusion repair for cracking in certain fastener
the Boeing ODA can issue a global locations in the window corner
AMOC for the referenced repair at the We reviewed the relevant data, surround structure. This service
S–14 lap joint. The Boeing ODA does considered the comments received, and information is reasonably available
not have the authority to approve global determined that air safety and the because the interested parties have
AMOCs. In addition, we have not public interest require adopting this AD access to it through their normal course
received any information from Boeing with the changes described previously of business or by the means identified
that defines such a repair that would be and minor editorial changes. We have in the ADDRESSES section.
considered for a global AMOC. If Boeing determined that these minor changes:
provides supporting data, we will • Are consistent with the intent that Costs of Compliance
evaluate the data to determine if that was proposed in the NPRM for
repair and any associated inspections correcting the unsafe condition; and We estimate that this AD affects 1,528
provide an acceptable level of safety for • Do not add any additional burden airplanes of U.S. registry.
such an AMOC. We have not changed upon the public than was already We estimate the following costs to
this AD in this regard. proposed in the NPRM. comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspection ............................... 38 work-hours × $85 per hour $0 $3,230 per inspection cycle ... $4,935,440 per inspection
= $3,230 per inspection cycle
cycle.
We have received no definitive data Regulatory Findings Adoption of the Amendment
that will enable us to provide cost Accordingly, under the authority
estimates for the on-condition actions This AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order delegated to me by the Administrator,
specified in this AD. the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
13132. This AD will not have a
Authority for This Rulemaking follows:
substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
Title 49 of the United States Code
government and the States, or on the DIRECTIVES
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue distribution of power and
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, responsibilities among the various ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
section 106, describes the authority of levels of government. continues to read as follows:
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
For the reasons discussed above, I Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s certify that this AD: § 39.13 [Amended]
authority. (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
We are issuing this rulemaking under action’’ under Executive Order 12866, the following new airworthiness
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under directive (AD):
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures 2016–20–14 The Boeing Company:
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), Amendment 39–18680; FAA–2016–5042;
section, Congress charges the FAA with (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–140–AD.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in in Alaska, and (a) Effective Date
air commerce by prescribing regulations (4) Will not have a significant This AD is effective November 15, 2016.
for practices, methods, and procedures economic impact, positive or negative, (b) Affected ADs
the Administrator finds necessary for on a substantial number of small entities
safety in air commerce. This regulation None.
under the criteria of the Regulatory
is within the scope of that authority
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Flexibility Act. (c) Applicability
because it addresses an unsafe condition (1) This AD applies to all The Boeing
that is likely to exist or develop on List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Company Model 737–600, –700, –700C,
products identified in this rulemaking –800, –900 and –900ER series airplanes,
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation certificated in any category.
action. safety, Incorporation by reference, (2) Installation of Supplemental Type
Safety. Certificate (STC) ST00830SE (http://
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rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_ or local Flight Standards District Office, as Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
Library/rgSTC.nsf/0/38B606833BBD appropriate. If sending information directly information on the availability of this
98B386257FAA00602538?Open to the manager of the ACO, send it to the material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Document&Highlight=st00830se) does not attention of the person identified in (5) You may view this service information
affect the ability to accomplish the actions paragraph (j) of this AD. Information may be that is incorporated by reference at the
required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- National Archives and Records
on which STC ST00830SE is installed, a Requests@faa.gov. Administration (NARA). For information on
‘‘change in product’’ alternative method of (2) Before using any approved AMOC, the availability of this material at NARA, call
compliance (AMOC) approval request is not notify your appropriate principal inspector, 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
necessary to comply with the requirements of or lacking a principal inspector, the manager www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
14 CFR 39.17. of the local flight standards district office/ locations.html.
certificate holding district office.
(d) Subject (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable Issued in Renton, Washington, on
level of safety may be used for any repair, September 28, 2016.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53, Fuselage. modification, or alteration required by this Dionne Palermo,
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
(e) Unsafe Condition Commercial Airplanes Organization Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
This AD was prompted by an evaluation by Designation Authorization (ODA) that has [FR Doc. 2016–24197 Filed 10–7–16; 8:45 am]
the design approval holder indicating that been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
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certain fastener locations in the window ACO, to make those findings. To be
corner surround structure are subject to approved, the repair method, modification
widespread fatigue damage. We are issuing deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking the certification basis of the airplane and the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
around certain fastener locations that could approval must specifically refer to this AD. SECURITY
cause multiple window corner skin cracks, (4) Except as required by paragraph (h) of
which could result in rapid decompression this AD: For service information that Coast Guard
and consequent loss of structural integrity of contains steps that are labeled as RC, the
the airplane. provisions of paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii)
of this AD apply.
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Comply with this AD within the substeps under an RC step and any figures
compliance times specified, unless already identified in an RC step, must be done to Drawbridge Operation Regulation;
done. comply with the AD. If a step or substep is James River, Isle of Wight and
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC Newport News, VA
(g) Repetitive Inspections and Repair
requirement is removed from that step or
At the applicable time specified in substep. An AMOC is required for any AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing deviations to RC steps, including substeps
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1351, dated ACTION: Notice of temporary deviation
and identified figures.
July 8, 2015: Do an external high frequency from regulations; Cancellation.
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
eddy current (HFEC) inspection for cracking deviated from using accepted methods in
of the skin around the fastener locations at
SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is canceling
accordance with the operator’s maintenance
the upper forward and lower aft corners of the temporary deviation concerning the
or inspection program without obtaining
each window between station (STA) 360 and approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, James River Bridge (US17) across the
STA 540, as applicable, and at the lower including substeps and identified figures, can James River, mile 5.0, at Isle of Wight
forward and upper aft corners of each still be done as specified, and the airplane and Newport News, VA. The deviation
window between STA 727 and STA 887, in can be put back in an airworthy condition. was necessary to perform bridge
accordance with the Accomplishment maintenance and repairs, which have
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin (j) Related Information
been completed. The deviation allowed
737–53A1351, dated July 8, 2015. Repeat the For more information about this AD,
inspection thereafter at the applicable times
the bridge to remain in the closed-to-
contact Gaetano Settineri, Aerospace
specified in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, navigation position.
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1351, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., DATES: The temporary deviation
dated July 8, 2015. If any crack is found Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917– published on September 16, 2016, in the
during any inspection, repair before further 6577; fax: 425–917–6590; email: Federal Register (81 FR 63700) is
flight using a method approved in gaetano.settineri@faa.gov. cancelled as of October 11, 2016.
accordance with the procedures specified in
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference ADDRESSES: The docket for this
paragraph (i) of this AD.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register deviation, [USCG–2016–0866] is
(h) Exception to the Service Bulletin approved the incorporation by reference available at http://www.regulations.gov.
Specifications (IBR) of the service information listed in this Type the docket number in the
Although Boeing Alert Service Bulletin paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR ‘‘SEARCH’’ box and click ‘‘SEARCH’’.
737–53A1351, dated July 8, 2015, specifies to part 51. Click on Open Docket Folder on the line
contact Boeing for repair instructions, and (2) You must use this service information associated with this deviation.
specifies that action as ‘‘RC’’ (Required for as applicable to do the actions required by
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
Compliance), this AD requires repair before this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
further flight using a method approved in (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737– you have questions on this cancelation,
accordance with the procedures specified in 53A1351, dated July 8, 2015. call or email Mr. Hal R. Pitts, Bridge
paragraph (i) of this AD. (ii) Reserved. Administration Branch Fifth District,
(3) For service information identified in Coast Guard, telephone 757–398–6222,
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
(AMOCs)
email Hal.R.Pitts@uscg.mil.
ehiers on DSK5VPTVN1PROD with RULES
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65,
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone: 206– September 16, 2016, we published a
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if 544–5000, extension 1; fax: 206–766–5680; temporary deviation entitled
requested using the procedures found in 14 Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. ‘‘Drawbridge Operation Regulation;
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, (4) You may view this service information James River, Isle of Wight and Newport
send your request to your principal inspector at FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 News, VA’’ in the Federal Register (81
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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 November 15, 2016. | |
| Contact | Gaetano Settineri, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6577; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 70011 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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