81 FR 72515 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 203 (October 20, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 203 (October 20, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-24191 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 203 (Thursday, October 20, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 72515-72519] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-24191] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-0465; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-096-AD; Amendment 39-18679; AD 2016-20-13] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that the compliance times for certain post-repair inspections and certain allowable damage limits (ADLs) must be reduced in order to address fatigue. This AD requires identifying any repairs and ADLs used to assess or control any structural damage on certain structural areas, and corrective action if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue damage on primary structure and structural repairs, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective November 25, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 25, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.airbus.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-0465. 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- 0465; 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1138; 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 certain Airbus Model A330- 200 and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on February 18, 2016 (81 FR 8160) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by a determination that the compliance times for certain post-repair inspections and certain ADLs must be reduced in order to address fatigue. The NPRM proposed to require identifying any repairs and ADLs used to assess or control any structural damage on certain structural areas, and corrective action if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue damage on primary structure and structural repairs, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2015-0101R1, dated June 12, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the [[Page 72516]] MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A330- 200 and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. The MCAI states: Result of a fleet survey accomplished in 2008 identified that the nature of flight missions of A330 and A340-200/300 fleets had significantly changed in comparison with assumed usage during the type certification. Consequently, it was decided to recalculate the Structural Repair Manual (SRM) fatigue values to ensure that the given threshold and intervals remain valid. The results of this recalculation identified reduced thresholds and intervals applicable for repairs and Allowable Damage Limits (ADL) affecting the following areas: --Door cut-out corners of door surrounding panels (forward cargo door, forward passenger (PAX) door, mid PAX door, emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo door, bulk cargo door, aft PAX door), on both Left Hand (LH) and Right Hand (RH) sides, --Stringer (STGR) 9 junction between Frame (FR) 10 and FR13 on both LH and RH sides, and --Fuselage skin doubler repairs on both LH and RH sides. Failing to apply the reduced thresholds and intervals, could adversely affect the structural integrity of the aeroplane. To address this unsafe condition, Airbus issued SRM revision dated April 2013 and temporary revision (TR) 53-001 for the STGR9 junction between FR10 and FR13 area (and subsequent revisions) to introduce reduced thresholds and intervals for the affected ADLs and repairs and issued a set of Service Bulletins (SB) to identify the ADLs used and repairs made, as well as to enable operators to update aeroplane repair records. Consequently EASA issued AD * * *, to require identification of any repairs and/or ADL used to assess or control any structural damage on certain structural areas and, depending on findings, accomplishment of corrective action(s) [including revising the maintenance or inspection program as applicable to incorporate revised thresholds and intervals and repair]. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, data review confirmed that A330 freighter versions are not affected by the unsafe condition. This [EASA] AD is revised to remove A330-223F and A330-243F from the Applicability. 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- 0465. 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. Requests To Revise Paragraph (g) of the Proposed AD To Include Physical Inspection as Alternative to Records Check Delta Air Lines (DAL) and American Airlines requested that we revise the proposed AD to include a physical inspection of affected areas of the airplane in case the maintenance records are unavailable or inconclusive as an alternative to the records check specified in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. DAL pointed out that their maintenance record search for applied SRM ADLs had inconclusive results. DAL also pointed out that other U.S. operators may not be able to comply with the proposed AD by performing a maintenance records check. American Airlines provided no further justification. We agree that an alternative inspection method in lieu of a maintenance records check could be appropriate. When the repair records and/or applied SRM ADL are unavailable or inconclusive, then an alternative method of inspection can be done using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). We have revised paragraph (g) of this AD to include an alternative method of inspection in the case of inconclusive or unavailable records. We have also revised paragraph (h)(2) of this AD to clarify the affected repairs for that paragraph. Additional Change Made in This AD We have converted Tables 1 and 2 of the proposed AD into text. These changes are for formatting purposes only and do not change the intent of those requirements. 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. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following Airbus service information. The service information describes procedures for updating the airplane repair records with revised thresholds and intervals. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models in different configurations. Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3232, dated November 4, 2014. Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3233, dated September 26, 2014. Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3234, dated December 8, 2014. Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3235, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4222, dated November 25, 2014. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4223, dated September 26, 2014. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4224, dated December 15, 2014. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4225, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015. 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 95 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Records review...................... 2 work-hours x $85 per $0 $170 $16,150 hour = $170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 72517]] We have received no definitive data that would 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 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): 2016-20-13 Airbus: Amendment 39-18679. Docket No. FAA-2016-0465; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-096-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 25, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category, manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) 1 through 1,600 inclusive. (1) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, - 303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a determination that the compliance times for certain post-repair inspections and certain allowable damage limits (ADLs) must be reduced in order to address fatigue. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue damage on primary structure and structural repairs, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Records Review (1) At the applicable times in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (g)(1)(x) of this AD, review the airplane maintenance records to identify any structural repair manual (SRM) ADLs used to assess or control any structural damage or any structural repair accomplished as specified in an SRM, as applicable, that have been applied on the applicable areas as specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD. If the review of the airplane maintenance records is inconclusive or the records are unavailable, inspect the airplane to identify any SRM ADL used to assess or control any structural damage or any structural repair accomplished in accordance with a SRM, as applicable, using a method approved by Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). (i) For Model A330-200 pre-mod 49144 airplanes, with left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) mid passenger (PAX) door surround panels, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3232, dated November 4, 2014: Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD. (ii) For Model A330-200 pre-mod 49144 airplanes, with forward cargo door, emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo door, bulk cargo door, and aft PAX door surround panels; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3232, dated November 4, 2014: Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD. (iii) For Model A330-300 pre-mod 49144 airplanes and Model A340- 200 and -300 pre-mod 49144 airplanes, with mid PAX door surround panels, forward cargo door, emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo door, bulk cargo door, and aft PAX door surround panels; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3232, dated November 4, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4222, dated November 25, 2014; as applicable: Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD. (iv) For Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, - 303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 and Model A340-211, - 212, -213, -311, -312, and -313, all post-mod 40347 airplanes, with forward PAX door surround panels with an ADL with a temporary life limit; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3233, dated September 26, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4223, dated September 26, 2014; as applicable: Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD. (v) For Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, - 303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 and Model A340-211, - 212, -213, -311, -312, and -313, all post-mod 40347 airplanes, with forward PAX door surround panels with an ADL with a Permanent Acceptance; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3233, dated September 26, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4223, dated September 26, 2014; as applicable: Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD. (vi) For Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, - 303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes and Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes; stringer 9 junction between frame (FR) 10 and FR13; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3235, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4225, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015; as applicable: Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD. (vii) For Model A340-200 and -300 Weight Variant (WV)00s airplanes; forward and rear fuselage; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4224, dated December 15, 2014: Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD. (viii) For Model A340-200 and -300 WV00s airplanes; nose forward and center fuselage; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A340- 53-4224, dated December 15, 2014: Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD. (ix) For Model A330-200 and -300 pre-mod 49144 airplanes, and Model A340-200 [[Page 72518]] and -300 WV20s airplanes; forward and rear fuselage, nose forward and center fuselage; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330- 53-3234, dated December 8, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53- 4224, dated December 15, 2014; as applicable: Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD. (x) For Model A330-200 and -300 post-mod 49144 airplanes and Model A340-200 and -300 post-mod 49144 airplanes; nose forward and center fuselage; as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53- 3234, dated December 8, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53- 4224, dated December 15, 2014; as applicable: Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD. (2) Applicable areas (on both LH and RH sides) are identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD. (i) Door cut-out corners of door surrounding panels (forward cargo door, mid PAX door, emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo door, bulk cargo door, aft PAX door), as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3232, dated November 4, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4222, dated November 25, 2014; as applicable. (ii) Forward PAX door surround panels, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3233, dated September 26, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4223, dated September 26, 2014; as applicable. (iii) Fuselage skin doubler repairs, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3234, dated December 8, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4224, dated December 15, 2014; as applicable. (iv) Stringer 9 junction between FR10 and FR13, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3235, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4225, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015; as applicable. (h) Corrective Actions If, during any review or inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, it is determined that an SRM ADL was used on an area specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD to assess or control any structural damage, or any structural repair of an area specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD was accomplished as specified in the instructions of the applicable SRM revision dated before April 2013 or SRM temporary revision (TR) dated before November 28, 2014: Within the applicable compliance time specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (g)(1)(x) of this AD, do the actions specified in paragraphs (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD, as applicable. (1) Revise the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, with the applicable revised thresholds and intervals for the identified structural repairs embodied on the airplane, and accomplish all updated inspections, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD, except as required by paragraphs (h)(1)(i) and (h)(1)(ii) of this AD. (i) Where the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD specifies to contact Airbus for specific assessment, revise the maintenance or inspection program and accomplish all updated inspections, as applicable, using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. (ii) Where the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD specifies ``current SRM,'' no SRM revision dated before April 2013 or SRM TR dated before November 28, 2014, is considered a ``current SRM.'' (2) For any repair that was previously allowed in any revision of the Airbus A330 or A340 SRM, as applicable, dated before April 2013; or in any SRM TR dated before November 28, 2014, to the applicable SRM, and is no longer allowed by the applicable SRM revision dated on or after April 2013: Make an assessment using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA; and perform necessary corrective actions at the applicable times identified therein. (i) Limitation on Repair/Replacement As of the effective date of this AD, for any structural damage in the areas identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD that has exceeded the ADL, no repair or replacement may be done using an Airbus A330 or A340 SRM dated before April 2013, or any Airbus A330 or A340 SRM TR dated before November 28, 2014. (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 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1138; 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. 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 EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except as required by paragraphs (h)(1)(i), (h)(1)(ii), and (h)(2) of this AD: If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified 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 procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (k) Related Information Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2015-0101R1, dated June 12, 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- 2016-0465. (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) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3232, dated November 4, 2014. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3233, dated September 26, 2014. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3234, dated December 8, 2014. (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-53-3235, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015. (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4222, dated November 25, 2014. (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4223, dated September 26, 2014. (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4224, dated December 15, 2014. (viii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-53-4225, Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.airbus.com. (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. [[Page 72519]] Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 28, 2016. 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locations.html. 1221. It is also available on the Internet
requested using the procedures found in 14 at http://www.regulations.gov by
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, Issued in Renton, Washington, on
send your request to your principal inspector searching for and locating Docket No.
September 16, 2016.
or local Flight Standards District Office, as FAA–2016–0465.
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appropriate. If sending information directly Examining the AD Docket
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
attention of the person identified in Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. You may examine the AD docket on
paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Information may [FR Doc. 2016–23078 Filed 10–19–16; 8:45 am] the Internet at http://
be emailed to: 9-ANM-LAACO-AMOC- BILLING CODE 4910–13–P www.regulations.gov by searching for
Requests@faa.gov. and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Management Facility between 9 a.m.
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/ and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
certificate holding district office.
Federal Aviation Administration except Federal holidays. The AD docket
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable contains this AD, the regulatory
level of safety may be used for any repair, 14 CFR Part 39 evaluation, any comments received, and
modification, or alteration required by this other information. The street address for
[Docket No. FAA–2016–0465; Directorate
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ACO, to make those findings. To be Docket Operations, M–30, West
approved, the repair method, modification Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet Airplanes 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
the certification basis of the airplane, and the Washington, DC 20590.
approval must specifically refer to this AD. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(4) AMOCs approved previously for AD FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Administration (FAA), Department of Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
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Transportation (DOT). International Branch, ANM–116,
FR 27020, May 9, 2013), are approved as
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
(m) Related Information 98057–3356; telephone: 425–227–1138;
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
(1) For more information about this AD, fax: 425–227–1149.
Airbus Model A330–200 and –300 series
contact Payman Soltani, Aerospace Engineer, airplanes; and Model A340–200 and SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Airframe Branch, ANM–120L, FAA, Los –300 series airplanes. This AD was
Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Discussion
Lakewood CA 90712–4137; telephone: 562– prompted by a determination that the
compliance times for certain post-repair We issued a notice of proposed
627–5313; fax: 562–627–5210; email: rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
payman.soltani@faa.gov. inspections and certain allowable
(2) Service information identified in this damage limits (ADLs) must be reduced part 39 by adding an AD that would
AD that is not incorporated by reference is in order to address fatigue. This AD apply to certain Airbus Model A330–
available at the addresses specified in requires identifying any repairs and 200 and –300 series airplanes; and
paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(4) of this AD. ADLs used to assess or control any Model A340–200 and –300 series
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference structural damage on certain structural airplanes. The NPRM published in the
areas, and corrective action if necessary. Federal Register on February 18, 2016
(1) The Director of the Federal Register (81 FR 8160) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM
approved the incorporation by reference We are issuing this AD to prevent
(IBR) of the service information listed in this fatigue damage on primary structure and was prompted by a determination that
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR structural repairs, which could result in the compliance times for certain post-
part 51. reduced structural integrity of the repair inspections and certain ADLs
(2) You must use this service information airplane. must be reduced in order to address
as applicable to do the actions required by fatigue. The NPRM proposed to require
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. DATES: This AD is effective November identifying any repairs and ADLs used
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737– 25, 2016. to assess or control any structural
53A1214, Revision 5, dated January 30, 2015. The Director of the Federal Register damage on certain structural areas, and
(ii) Reserved. approved the incorporation by reference
(3) For service information identified in
corrective action if necessary. We are
of certain publications listed in this AD issuing this AD to prevent fatigue
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
as of November 25, 2016. damage on primary structure and
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, ADDRESSES: For service information structural repairs, which could result in
Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206– identified in this final rule, contact reduced structural integrity of the
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544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Airbus, Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1 airplane.
Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 The European Aviation Safety Agency
(4) You may view this service information Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; for the Member States of the European
information on the availability of this email: account.airworth-eas@ Union, has issued EASA AD 2015–
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. airbus.com; Internet: http:// 0101R1, dated June 12, 2015 (referred to
(5) You may view this service information www.airbus.com. You may view this after this as the Mandatory Continuing
that is incorporated by reference at the referenced service information at the Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
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MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition www.regulations.gov by searching for only and do not change the intent of
for certain Airbus Model A330–200 and and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– those requirements.
–300 series airplanes; and Model A340– 0465.
Conclusion
200 and –300 series airplanes. The
Comments We reviewed the relevant data,
MCAI states:
Result of a fleet survey accomplished in We gave the public the opportunity to considered the comments received, and
2008 identified that the nature of flight participate in developing this AD. The determined that air safety and the
missions of A330 and A340–200/300 fleets following presents the comments public interest require adopting this AD
had significantly changed in comparison received on the NPRM and the FAA’s with the changes described previously
with assumed usage during the type response. and minor editorial changes. We have
certification. Consequently, it was decided to determined that these minor changes:
Requests To Revise Paragraph (g) of the
recalculate the Structural Repair Manual • Are consistent with the intent that
(SRM) fatigue values to ensure that the given Proposed AD To Include Physical
was proposed in the NPRM for
threshold and intervals remain valid. Inspection as Alternative to Records
correcting the unsafe condition; and
The results of this recalculation identified Check
reduced thresholds and intervals applicable • Do not add any additional burden
for repairs and Allowable Damage Limits Delta Air Lines (DAL) and American upon the public than was already
(ADL) affecting the following areas: Airlines requested that we revise the proposed in the NPRM.
—Door cut-out corners of door surrounding proposed AD to include a physical
inspection of affected areas of the Related Service Information Under 1
panels (forward cargo door, forward CFR Part 51
passenger (PAX) door, mid PAX door, airplane in case the maintenance
emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo records are unavailable or inconclusive We reviewed the following Airbus
door, bulk cargo door, aft PAX door), on as an alternative to the records check service information. The service
both Left Hand (LH) and Right Hand (RH) specified in paragraph (g) of the information describes procedures for
sides, proposed AD. DAL pointed out that updating the airplane repair records
—Stringer (STGR) 9 junction between Frame their maintenance record search for with revised thresholds and intervals.
(FR) 10 and FR13 on both LH and RH
applied SRM ADLs had inconclusive These documents are distinct since they
sides, and
—Fuselage skin doubler repairs on both LH results. DAL also pointed out that other apply to different airplane models in
and RH sides. U.S. operators may not be able to different configurations.
Failing to apply the reduced thresholds comply with the proposed AD by • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
and intervals, could adversely affect the performing a maintenance records 3232, dated November 4, 2014.
structural integrity of the aeroplane. check. American Airlines provided no • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
To address this unsafe condition, Airbus further justification. 3233, dated September 26, 2014.
issued SRM revision dated April 2013 and We agree that an alternative • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
temporary revision (TR) 53–001 for the inspection method in lieu of a 3234, dated December 8, 2014.
STGR9 junction between FR10 and FR13 area maintenance records check could be • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–
(and subsequent revisions) to introduce appropriate. When the repair records 3235, Revision 01, dated January 14,
reduced thresholds and intervals for the
and/or applied SRM ADL are 2015.
affected ADLs and repairs and issued a set of
Service Bulletins (SB) to identify the ADLs unavailable or inconclusive, then an • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53–
used and repairs made, as well as to enable alternative method of inspection can be 4222, dated November 25, 2014.
operators to update aeroplane repair records. done using a method approved by the • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53–
Consequently EASA issued AD * * *, to Manager, International Branch, ANM– 4223, dated September 26, 2014.
require identification of any repairs and/or 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53–
ADL used to assess or control any structural FAA; or the European Aviation Safety 4224, dated December 15, 2014.
damage on certain structural areas and, Agency (EASA); or Airbus’s EASA • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53–
depending on findings, accomplishment of Design Organization Approval (DOA). 4225, Revision 01, dated January 14,
corrective action(s) [including revising the
We have revised paragraph (g) of this 2015.
maintenance or inspection program as
applicable to incorporate revised thresholds AD to include an alternative method of This service information is reasonably
and intervals and repair]. inspection in the case of inconclusive or available because the interested parties
Since that [EASA] AD was issued, data unavailable records. have access to it through their normal
review confirmed that A330 freighter We have also revised paragraph (h)(2) course of business or by the means
versions are not affected by the unsafe of this AD to clarify the affected repairs identified in the ADDRESSES section.
condition. for that paragraph.
This [EASA] AD is revised to remove Costs of Compliance
A330–223F and A330–243F from the Additional Change Made in This AD We estimate that this AD affects 95
Applicability. We have converted Tables 1 and 2 of airplanes of U.S. registry.
You may examine the MCAI in the the proposed AD into text. These We estimate the following costs to
AD docket on the Internet at http:// changes are for formatting purposes comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
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Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Records review ................... 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ......................................... $0 $170 $16,150
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We have received no definitive data PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (i) For Model A330–200 pre-mod 49144
that would enable us to provide cost DIRECTIVES airplanes, with left-hand (LH) and right-hand
estimates for the on-condition actions (RH) mid passenger (PAX) door surround
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 panels, as specified in Airbus Service
specified in this AD. Bulletin A330–53–3232, dated November 4,
continues to read as follows:
Authority for This Rulemaking 2014: Within 12 months after the effective
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. date of this AD.
Title 49 of the United States Code (ii) For Model A330–200 pre-mod 49144
§ 39.13 [Amended] airplanes, with forward cargo door,
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, door, bulk cargo door, and aft PAX door
section 106, describes the authority of the following new airworthiness
surround panels; as specified in Airbus
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: directive (AD):
Service Bulletin A330–53–3232, dated
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more 2016–20–13 Airbus: Amendment 39–18679. November 4, 2014: Within 24 months after
detail the scope of the Agency’s Docket No. FAA–2016–0465; Directorate the effective date of this AD.
authority. Identifier 2015–NM–096–AD. (iii) For Model A330–300 pre-mod 49144
airplanes and Model A340–200 and –300 pre-
We are issuing this rulemaking under (a) Effective Date
mod 49144 airplanes, with mid PAX door
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, This AD is effective November 25, 2016. surround panels, forward cargo door,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (b) Affected ADs emergency exit door/PAX door 3, aft cargo
General requirements.’’ Under that door, bulk cargo door, and aft PAX door
None. surround panels; as specified in Airbus
section, Congress charges the FAA with
(c) Applicability Service Bulletin A330–53–3232, dated
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in November 4, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin
air commerce by prescribing regulations This AD applies to the airplanes identified A340–53–4222, dated November 25, 2014; as
for practices, methods, and procedures in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, applicable: Within 24 months after the
the Administrator finds necessary for certificated in any category, manufacturer effective date of this AD.
safety in air commerce. This regulation serial numbers (MSNs) 1 through 1,600 (iv) For Model A330–201, –202, –203,
inclusive. –223, –243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322,
is within the scope of that authority (1) Airbus Model A330–201, –202, –203,
because it addresses an unsafe condition –323, –341, –342, and –343 and Model
–223, –243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322, A340–211, –212, –213, –311, –312, and –313,
that is likely to exist or develop on –323, –341, –342, and –343 airplanes. all post-mod 40347 airplanes, with forward
products identified in this rulemaking (2) Airbus Model A340–211, –212, –213, PAX door surround panels with an ADL with
action. –311, –312, and –313 airplanes. a temporary life limit; as specified in Airbus
(d) Subject Service Bulletin A330–53–3233, dated
Regulatory Findings September 26, 2014; or Airbus Service
Air Transport Association (ATA) of Bulletin A340–53–4223, dated September 26,
We determined that this AD will not America Code 53, Fuselage.
2014; as applicable: Within 12 months after
have federalism implications under the effective date of this AD.
(e) Reason
Executive Order 13132. This AD will (v) For Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223,
not have a substantial direct effect on This AD was prompted by a determination
that the compliance times for certain post- –243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322, –323,
the States, on the relationship between repair inspections and certain allowable –341, –342, and –343 and Model A340–211,
the national government and the States, damage limits (ADLs) must be reduced in –212, –213, –311, –312, and –313, all post-
or on the distribution of power and order to address fatigue. We are issuing this mod 40347 airplanes, with forward PAX door
responsibilities among the various AD to prevent fatigue damage on primary surround panels with an ADL with a
levels of government. structure and structural repairs, which could Permanent Acceptance; as specified in
result in reduced structural integrity of the Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3233,
For the reasons discussed above, I airplane. dated September 26, 2014; or Airbus Service
certify that this AD: Bulletin A340–53–4223, dated September 26,
(f) Compliance 2014; as applicable: Within 24 months after
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory the effective date of this AD.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already (vi) For Model A330–201, –202, –203,
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the done. –223, –243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322,
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures –323, –341, –342, and –343 airplanes and
(g) Records Review Model A340–211, –212, –213, –311, –312,
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
(1) At the applicable times in paragraphs and –313 airplanes; stringer 9 junction
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (g)(1)(i) through (g)(1)(x) of this AD, review between frame (FR) 10 and FR13; as specified
Alaska; and the airplane maintenance records to identify in Airbus Service Bulletin A330–53–3235,
any structural repair manual (SRM) ADLs Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015; or
4. Will not have a significant
used to assess or control any structural Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53–4225,
economic impact, positive or negative, damage or any structural repair Revision 01, dated January 14, 2015; as
on a substantial number of small entities accomplished as specified in an SRM, as applicable: Within 12 months after the
under the criteria of the Regulatory applicable, that have been applied on the effective date of this AD.
Flexibility Act. applicable areas as specified in paragraphs (vii) For Model A340–200 and –300 Weight
(g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD. If the Variant (WV)00s airplanes; forward and rear
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 review of the airplane maintenance records is fuselage; as specified in Airbus Service
inconclusive or the records are unavailable, Bulletin A340–53–4224, dated December 15,
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation inspect the airplane to identify any SRM ADL 2014: Within 12 months after the effective
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safety, Incorporation by reference, used to assess or control any structural date of this AD.
Safety. damage or any structural repair (viii) For Model A340–200 and –300
accomplished in accordance with a SRM, as WV00s airplanes; nose forward and center
Adoption of the Amendment applicable, using a method approved by fuselage; as specified in Airbus Service
Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, Bulletin A340–53–4224, dated December 15,
Accordingly, under the authority Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the 2014: Within 24 months after the effective
delegated to me by the Administrator, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or date of this AD.
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Airbus’s EASA Design Organization (ix) For Model A330–200 and –300 pre-
follows: Approval (DOA). mod 49144 airplanes, and Model A340–200
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on DATES: This final rule will be effective respondents with different levels of
September 28, 2016. November 21, 2016. complexity and different activities or
Dionne Palermo, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: transactions that may be reported on the
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Patricia Abaroa, Chief, Direct survey. BEA has noted the input from
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. Investment Division (BE–49), Bureau of the private fund industry on burden
[FR Doc. 2016–24191 Filed 10–19–16; 8:45 am] Economic Analysis, U.S. Department of estimates.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Commerce, 4600 Silver Hill Road, This final rule amends 15 CFR part
Washington, DC 20233; phone (301) 801.7 to set forth the reporting
278–9591; or via email at requirements for the BE–13, Survey of
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Patricia.Abaroa@bea.gov. New Foreign Direct Investment in the
United States.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On July 1,
Bureau of Economic Analysis BEA conducts the BE–13 survey
2016, BEA published a notice of under the authority of the International
proposed rulemaking that set forth Investment and Trade in Services
15 CFR Part 801 revised reporting criteria for the BE–13, Survey Act (22 U.S.C. 3101–3108).
[Docket No. 160531475–6465–01] Survey of New Foreign Direct The BE–13 survey collects data on the
Investment in the United States (81 FR acquisition or establishment of U.S.
RIN 0691–0691–AA85
43126–43130). One comment on the business enterprises by foreign investors
Direct Investment Surveys: BE–13, proposed rule was received. and the expansion of existing U.S.
Survey of New Foreign Direct The comment was written by a group affiliates of foreign companies to
Investment in the United States, and representing U.S. asset management establish a new facility where business
Changes to Private Fund Reporting on firms whose combined assets under is conducted. The data collected on the
Direct Investment Surveys management exceed $30 trillion. The survey are used to measure the amount
letter was generally supportive of the of new foreign direct investment in the
AGENCY: Bureau of Economic Analysis, changes to the reporting requirements United States, assess the impact on the
Commerce. for private funds, but it did raise two U.S. economy, and based on this
ACTION: Final rule. points, one of which lead to a assessment, make informed policy
clarification in the reporting decisions regarding foreign direct
SUMMARY: The final rule amends requirements for private funds which is investment in the United States. Foreign
regulations of the Department of outlined below. direct investment in the United States is
Commerce’s Bureau of Economic One point raised in the letter led to an defined as the ownership or control,
Analysis (BEA) to set forth the reporting adjustment to the language of the directly or indirectly, by one foreign
requirements for the BE–13, Survey of reporting requirements for private funds person (foreign parent) of 10 percent or
New Foreign Direct Investment in the used in the proposed rule. As stated in more of the voting securities of an
United States. This rule also amends the the proposed rule, a foreign-owned U.S. incorporated U.S. business enterprise,
reporting requirements for certain private fund would be required to report or an equivalent interest of an
private funds on BEA’s surveys of on BEA’s direct investment surveys if it unincorporated U.S. business
foreign direct investment in the United owns at least 10 percent of an operating enterprise, including a branch.
States, including the BE–605, Quarterly company. The letter pointed out that BEA will make the survey available
Survey of Foreign Direct Investment in under this standard a private fund may via eFile, BEA’s electronic filing system.
the United States; the BE–15, Annual be required to report on direct Notifications will be mailed to
Survey of Foreign Direct Investment in investment surveys even though in respondents as BEA becomes aware of a
the United States; and the BE–13, certain cases its foreign parent may own potentially reportable investment or
Survey of New Foreign Direct less than 10 percent of an operating when annual cost updates are needed. A
Investment in the United States. company. For example, if a foreign response is required whether or not the
The BE–13 survey collects parent owns 10 percent voting interest respondent is contacted by BEA. The
information on the acquisition or in a U.S. private fund, and that private forms are due no later than 45 days after
establishment of U.S. business fund owns 10 percent of an operating the acquisition is completed, the new
enterprises by foreign investors, and company, under the proposed rule the U.S. business enterprise is established,
information on expansions by existing U.S. private fund would be required to the expansion is begun, the cost update
U.S. affiliates of foreign companies. The report even though the foreign parent’s is requested, or a notification letter is
data collected through the survey are indirect ownership interest in the received from BEA by a U.S. business
used to measure the amount of new operating company is just 1 percent. It enterprise that does not meet the filing
foreign direct investment in the United was not BEA’s intention to include requirements for the survey.
States and ensure complete coverage of investments of less than 10 percent
BEA’s other foreign direct investment foreign ownership in the direct Description of Changes
statistics. BEA will make several investment statistics. In this final rule, BEA amends the reporting
changes to the survey that will simplify BEA has clarified language regarding the requirements for certain private funds
reporting and provide more complete private fund reporting requirements to that file BEA’s surveys of foreign direct
information for use in BEA’s direct indicate that if the foreign parent of a investment in the United States: the BE–
investment statistics. BEA will also U.S. private fund does not own through 605, Quarterly Survey of Foreign Direct
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change the survey form design and the private fund 10 percent or more of Investment in the United States; BE–15,
accompanying instructions to improve an operating company, the private fund Annual Survey of Foreign Direct
the quality of the data collected and is not required to file. Investment in the United States; and the
reduce respondent burden. This The letter also indicated that the BE–13, Survey of New Foreign Direct
mandatory BE–13 survey is required burden estimate provided on the BE–13 Investment in the United States. The
from persons subject to the reporting form is understated. BEA’s burden BE–12, Benchmark Survey of Foreign
requirements, whether or not they are estimate is an average across the various Direct Investment in the United States,
contacted by BEA. BE–13 survey forms and across survey will also be affected by this change but
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| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective November 25, 2016. | |
| Contact | Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1138; fax: 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 72515 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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