81 FR 90961 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 242 (December 16, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 242 (December 16, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-29815 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 242 (Friday, December 16, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 90961-90964] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-29815] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-9503; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-179-AD; Amendment 39-18744; AD 2016-25-18] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This AD requires an inspection for discrepancies of the attachment points of the links between the engine rear mount assemblies, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that during maintenance, an engine mount pin was found backed out of the rear mount link, and the associated retaining bolt was also found fractured. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective January 3, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of January 3, 2017. We must receive comments on this AD by January 30, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone: 514-855-5000; fax: 514-855-7401; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.bombardier.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-2016-9503. 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- 9503; or in person at the Docket Operations office 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 Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Aziz Ahmed, Airframe Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516-228-7329; fax: 516-794-5531. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority [[Page 90962]] for Canada, has issued Canadian AD CF-2016-23, dated July 28, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. The MCAI states: Bombardier reported that during maintenance of a BD-700 aeroplane, the engine mount pin, part number (P/N) BRR15838, was found backed out of the rear mount link. The retaining bolt, P/N AS54020, which passes through the engine mount pin was also found fractured at the groove which holds the locking spring. An investigation revealed the most probable root cause of failure to be a single axial tension static overload, with no evidence of fatigue contributing to the failure. The above condition if not detected, may result in the loss of engine attachment to the airframe. Bombardier has issued Service Bulletins (SBs) 700-71-002, 700- 71-6002, 700-71-5002 and 700-1A11-71-002 to inspect the attachment points of the links between the engine rear mount assemblies, and installation of replacement hardware if required. This [Canadian] AD mandates incorporation of the above Bombardier SBs to inspect [for discrepancies (including missing or broken bolts, missing nuts, incorrect torque values, and an incorrect gap between the bushing and washer), noncompliant gaps and torque values, broken or missing attachment hardware; and corrective actions, including installation of replacement hardware if necessary] and maintain integrity of the affected engine rear mount assembly. Bombardier is developing design changes for the parts in question. Further mandatory action may be required when the new parts become available. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016- 9503. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following service information: Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-6002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-5002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-71-002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. The service information describes procedures for an inspection for discrepancies of the attachment points of the links between the engine rear mount assemblies, and corrective actions. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models and serial numbers. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of these same type designs. FAA's Determination of the Effective Date An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because broken engine attachment hardware could result in separation of an engine from the airplane. Therefore, we determined that notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing this AD are impracticable and that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in fewer than 30 days. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2016-9503; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-179-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 97 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection............................ 1 work-hour x $85 per $0 $85 $8,245 hour = $85 per airplane. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary corrective actions that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these corrective actions: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bolt and Nut Replacement...................... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85 $730 $815 [[Page 90963]] Torque Change on Affected Bolts............... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85 0 85 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for other on-condition actions specified in this AD. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all available costs in our cost estimate. 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): 2016-25-18 Bombardier Inc.: Amendment 39-18744; Docket No. FAA-2016- 9503; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-179-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective January 3, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Bombardier Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700- 1A11 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers (S/Ns) 9002 through 9763 inclusive, 9765, 9767 through 9770 inclusive, and 9998. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 72, Engine. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report indicating that during maintenance, an engine mount pin was found backed out of the rear mount link, and the associated retaining bolt was also found fractured at the groove that holds the locking spring. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct broken engine attachment hardware, which could result in separation of an engine from the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection Within 500 flight hours or 4 months, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD: Do an inspection for discrepancies of the engine rear mount assemblies (including missing or broken bolts, missing nuts, incorrect torque values, and an incorrect gap between the bushing and washer); in accordance with Part A of the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(4) of this AD. (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for Bombardier Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes). (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-6002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for Bombardier Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes). (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-5002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for Bombardier Model BD-700-1A11 airplanes). (4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-71-002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for Bombardier Model BD-700-1A11 airplanes). (h) Corrective Action If any discrepancy is detected during the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, before further flight, replace missing parts and correct noncompliant gaps and bolt torque, as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(4) of this AD, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD. (i) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications Where the applicable Bombardier service bulletin provides no instructions for corrective actions, or specifies to contact Bombardier for appropriate action, accomplish corrective actions in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. (j) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(4) of this AD. (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-002, dated May 31, 2016. (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-6002, dated May 31, 2016. (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-5002, dated May 31, 2016. (4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-71-002, dated May 31, 2016. (k) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this [[Page 90964]] 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 New York ACO, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. 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, New York ACO, ANE-170, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (l) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2016-23, dated July 28, 2016, for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9503. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD. (m) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-6002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. (iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-71-5002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. (iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-71-002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855- 7401; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 2, 2016. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-29815 Filed 12-15-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(k) Credit for Previous Actions (ii) Reserved. We must receive comments on this
This paragraph provides credit for actions (3) For service information identified in AD by January 30, 2017.
required by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD, this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
if those actions were performed before the Office-EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 using the procedures found in 14 CFR
effective date of this AD using Airbus AOT 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
A92N001–16, dated August 25, 2016. 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email:
account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Internet: methods:
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions http://www.airbus.com. • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
The following provisions also apply to this (4) You may view this service information http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
AD: at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, instructions for submitting comments.
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For • Fax: 202–493–2251.
(AMOCs): The Manager, International information on the availability of this • Mail: U.S. Department of
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to (5) You may view this service information 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested that is incorporated by reference at the W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. National Archives and Records Washington, DC 20590.
Administration (NARA). For information on
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
request to your principal inspector or local the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: http://
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: locations.html. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport December 2, 2016.
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Federal holidays.
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; Michael Kaszycki, For service information identified in
telephone: 425–227–1405; fax: 425–227– Acting Manager, Transport Airplane this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc.,
1149. Information may be emailed to: 9- Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 400 Côte-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. [FR Doc. 2016–30038 Filed 12–15–16; 8:45 am] Québec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone:
Before using any approved AMOC, notify BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 514–855–5000; fax: 514–855–7401;
your appropriate principal inspector, or
email: thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com;
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of
the local flight standards district office/ Internet: http://www.bombardier.com.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION You may view this referenced service
certificate holding district office. The AMOC
approval letter must specifically reference information at the FAA, Transport
Federal Aviation Administration Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
this AD.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any SW., Renton, WA. For information on
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 14 CFR Part 39 the availability of this material at the
actions from a manufacturer, the action must [Docket No. FAA–2016–9503; Directorate FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
be accomplished using a method approved Identifier 2016–NM–179–AD; Amendment available on the Internet at http://
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– 39–18744; AD 2016–25–18] www.regulations.gov by searching for
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
RIN 2120–AA64 and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved
by the DOA, the approval must include the 9503.
DOA-authorized signature. Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Examining the AD Docket
Inc. Airplanes
(m) Special Flight Permits You may examine the AD docket on
Special flight permits, as described in AGENCY: Federal Aviation the Internet at http://
Section 21.197 and Section 21.199 of the Administration (FAA), DOT. www.regulations.gov by searching for
Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 ACTION: Final rule; request for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
and 21.199), are not allowed. comments. 9503; or in person at the Docket
(n) Related Information Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new p.m., Monday through Friday, except
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Federal holidays. The AD docket
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
2016–0204, dated October 13, 2016; corrected Bombardier, Inc. Model BD–700–1A10 contains this AD, the regulatory
October 19, 2016; for related information. and BD–700–1A11 airplanes. This AD evaluation, any comments received, and
You may examine the MCAI on the Internet requires an inspection for discrepancies other information. The street address for
at http://www.regulations.gov by searching of the attachment points of the links the Docket Operations office (telephone
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–9509. between the engine rear mount 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
(2) Service information identified in this assemblies, and corrective actions if section. Comments will be available in
AD that is not incorporated by reference is necessary. This AD was prompted by a the AD docket shortly after receipt.
available at the addresses specified in report indicating that during
paragraphs (o)(3) and (o)(4) of this AD. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Aziz
maintenance, an engine mount pin was Ahmed, Airframe Engineer, Airframe
(o) Material Incorporated by Reference found backed out of the rear mount link, and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE–
(1) The Director of the Federal Register and the associated retaining bolt was 171, FAA, New York Aircraft
approved the incorporation by reference also found fractured. We are issuing this Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart
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(IBR) of the service information listed in this AD to address the unsafe condition on Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR these products. 11590; telephone: 516–228–7329; fax:
part 51.
DATES: This AD becomes effective 516–794–5531.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by January 3, 2017. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference Discussion
(i) Airbus Alert Operators Transmission
(AOT) A92N001–16, Rev 01, dated October of certain publications listed in this AD Transport Canada Civil Aviation
10, 2016. as of January 3, 2017. (TCCA), which is the aviation authority
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for Canada, has issued Canadian AD Related Service Information Under 1 FAA’s Determination of the Effective
CF–2016–23, dated July 28, 2016 CFR Part 51 Date
(referred to after this as the Mandatory An unsafe condition exists that
Continuing Airworthiness Information, We reviewed the following service
information: requires the immediate adoption of this
or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe AD. The FAA has found that the risk to
condition for certain Bombardier, Inc. • Bombardier Service Bulletin 700– the flying public justifies waiving notice
Model BD–700–1A10 and BD–700– 71–002, Revision 01, dated June 30, and comment prior to adoption of this
1A11 airplanes. The MCAI states: 2016. rule because broken engine attachment
Bombardier reported that during • Bombardier Service Bulletin 700– hardware could result in separation of
maintenance of a BD–700 aeroplane, the 71–6002, Revision 01, dated June 30, an engine from the airplane. Therefore,
engine mount pin, part number (P/N) 2016. we determined that notice and
BRR15838, was found backed out of the rear opportunity for public comment before
• Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
mount link. The retaining bolt, P/N AS54020, issuing this AD are impracticable and
71–5002, Revision 01, dated June 30,
which passes through the engine mount pin that good cause exists for making this
was also found fractured at the groove which
2016.
amendment effective in fewer than 30
holds the locking spring. An investigation • Bombardier Service Bulletin 700– days.
revealed the most probable root cause of 1A11–71–002, Revision 01, dated June
failure to be a single axial tension static 30, 2016. Comments Invited
overload, with no evidence of fatigue The service information describes This AD is a final rule that involves
contributing to the failure. procedures for an inspection for requirements affecting flight safety, and
The above condition if not detected, may we did not precede it by notice and
discrepancies of the attachment points
result in the loss of engine attachment to the opportunity for public comment. We
of the links between the engine rear
airframe. invite you to send any written relevant
mount assemblies, and corrective
Bombardier has issued Service Bulletins data, views, or arguments about this AD.
(SBs) 700–71–002, 700–71–6002, 700–71–
actions. These documents are distinct
since they apply to different airplane Send your comments to an address
5002 and 700–1A11–71–002 to inspect the listed under the ADDRESSES section.
attachment points of the links between the models and serial numbers. This service
information is reasonably available Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2016–9503;
engine rear mount assemblies, and Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–179–
installation of replacement hardware if because the interested parties have
access to it through their normal course AD’’ at the beginning of your comments.
required. We specifically invite comments on the
This [Canadian] AD mandates of business or by the means identified
overall regulatory, economic,
incorporation of the above Bombardier SBs to in the ADDRESSES section.
environmental, and energy aspects of
inspect [for discrepancies (including missing
FAA’s Determination and Requirements this AD. We will consider all comments
or broken bolts, missing nuts, incorrect
of This AD received by the closing date and may
torque values, and an incorrect gap between
the bushing and washer), noncompliant gaps
amend this AD based on those
This product has been approved by comments.
and torque values, broken or missing the aviation authority of another
attachment hardware; and corrective actions, We will post all comments we
country, and is approved for operation receive, without change, to http://
including installation of replacement
in the United States. Pursuant to our www.regulations.gov, including any
hardware if necessary] and maintain integrity
bilateral agreement with the State of personal information you provide. We
of the affected engine rear mount assembly.
Bombardier is developing design changes for
Design Authority, we have been notified will also post a report summarizing each
the parts in question. Further mandatory
of the unsafe condition described in the substantive verbal contact we receive
action may be required when the new parts MCAI and service information about this AD.
become available. referenced above. We are issuing this
AD because we evaluated all pertinent Costs of Compliance
You may examine the MCAI on the information and determined the unsafe We estimate that this AD affects 97
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov condition exists and is likely to exist or airplanes of U.S. registry.
by searching for and locating Docket No. develop on other products of these same We estimate the following costs to
FAA–2016–9503. type designs. comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection ........................................................ 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per air- $0 $85 $8,245
plane.
We estimate the following costs to do would be required based on the results determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary corrective actions that of the inspection. We have no way of might need these corrective actions:
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ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Bolt and Nut Replacement ........................................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ............................... $730 $815
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ON-CONDITION COSTS—Continued
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Torque Change on Affected Bolts ................................ 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ............................... 0 85
We have received no definitive data under the criteria of the Regulatory of this AD: Do an inspection for
that would enable us to provide cost Flexibility Act. discrepancies of the engine rear mount
estimates for other on-condition actions assemblies (including missing or broken
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 bolts, missing nuts, incorrect torque values,
specified in this AD.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation and an incorrect gap between the bushing
According to the manufacturer, some and washer); in accordance with Part A of the
of the costs of this AD may be covered safety, Incorporation by reference, Accomplishment Instructions of the
under warranty, thereby reducing the Safety. applicable service information specified in
cost impact on affected individuals. We Adoption of the Amendment paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(4) of this AD.
do not control warranty coverage for (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
Accordingly, under the authority 002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for
affected individuals. As a result, we
delegated to me by the Administrator, Bombardier Model BD–700–1A10 airplanes).
have included all available costs in our
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
cost estimate. 6002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for
follows:
Authority for This Rulemaking Bombardier Model BD–700–1A10 airplanes).
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
Title 49 of the United States Code DIRECTIVES 5002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016 (for
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Bombardier Model BD–700–1A11 airplanes).
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
section 106, describes the authority of continues to read as follows: 1A11–71–002, Revision 01, dated June 30,
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: 2016 (for Bombardier Model BD–700–1A11
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. airplanes).
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s § 39.13 [Amended] (h) Corrective Action
authority. ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding If any discrepancy is detected during the
We are issuing this rulemaking under the following new airworthiness inspection required by paragraph (g) of this
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, directive (AD): AD, before further flight, replace missing
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: parts and correct noncompliant gaps and bolt
2016–25–18 Bombardier Inc.: Amendment torque, as specified in the Accomplishment
General requirements.’’ Under that 39–18744; Docket No. FAA–2016–9503; Instructions of the applicable service
section, Congress charges the FAA with Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–179–AD. information specified in paragraphs (g)(1)
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in through (g)(4) of this AD, except as required
(a) Effective Date
air commerce by prescribing regulations by paragraph (i) of this AD.
for practices, methods, and procedures This AD becomes effective January 3, 2017.
(i) Exceptions to Service Information
the Administrator finds necessary for (b) Affected ADs Specifications
safety in air commerce. This regulation None.
is within the scope of that authority Where the applicable Bombardier service
(c) Applicability bulletin provides no instructions for
because it addresses an unsafe condition corrective actions, or specifies to contact
that is likely to exist or develop on This AD applies to Bombardier Inc. Model
Bombardier for appropriate action,
products identified in this rulemaking BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–1A11 airplanes,
accomplish corrective actions in accordance
action. certificated in any category, serial numbers
with the procedures specified in paragraph
(S/Ns) 9002 through 9763 inclusive, 9765,
(k)(2) of this AD.
Regulatory Findings 9767 through 9770 inclusive, and 9998.
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
We determined that this AD will not (d) Subject
This paragraph provides credit for actions
have federalism implications under Air Transport Association (ATA) of
required by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD,
Executive Order 13132. This AD will America Code 72, Engine.
if those actions were performed before the
not have a substantial direct effect on (e) Reason effective date of this AD in accordance with
the States, on the relationship between the Accomplishment Instructions of the
This AD was prompted by a report
the national government and the States, indicating that during maintenance, an applicable service information specified in
or on the distribution of power and engine mount pin was found backed out of paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(4) of this AD.
responsibilities among the various the rear mount link, and the associated (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
levels of government. retaining bolt was also found fractured at the 002, dated May 31, 2016.
For the reasons discussed above, I groove that holds the locking spring. We are (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
issuing this AD to detect and correct broken 6002, dated May 31, 2016.
certify that this AD: (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
engine attachment hardware, which could
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory 5002, dated May 31, 2016.
result in separation of an engine from the
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; airplane. (4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
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2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the 1A11–71–002, dated May 31, 2016.
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (f) Compliance
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already The following provisions also apply to this
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in AD:
done.
Alaska; and (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
4. Will not have a significant (g) Inspection (AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft
economic impact, positive or negative, Within 500 flight hours or 4 months, Certification Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA,
on a substantial number of small entities whichever occurs first after the effective date has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
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AD, if requested using the procedures found 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone
39.19, send your request to your principal locations.html. +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44
inspector or local Flight Standards District 51; email account.airworth-eas@
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
December 2, 2016. airbus.com; Internet http://
directly to the New York ACO, send it to
ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Michael Kaszycki, www.airbus.com.
Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane For B/E AEROSPACE service
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. information identified in this final rule,
NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7300; fax [FR Doc. 2016–29815 Filed 12–15–16; 8:45 am] contact BE Aerospace Systems GmbH,
516–794–5531. Before using any approved BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Revalstrasse 1, 23560 Lübeck, Germany;
AMOC, notify your appropriate principal telephone (49) 451 4093–2976; fax (49)
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, 451 4093–4488.
the manager of the local flight standards You may view this referenced service
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
district office/certificate holding district
office. The AMOC approval letter must
information at the FAA, Transport
Federal Aviation Administration Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
specifically reference this AD.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any SW., Renton, WA. For information on
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 14 CFR Part 39 the availability of this material at the
actions from a manufacturer, the action must [Docket No. FAA–2016–4228; Directorate FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
be accomplished using a method approved Identifier 2015–NM–107–AD; Amendment available on the Internet at http://
by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170, 39–18734; AD 2016–25–08] www.regulations.gov by searching for
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design RIN 2120–AA64
4228.
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
the DAO, the approval must include the Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Examining the AD Docket
DAO-authorized signature. Airplanes
You may examine the AD docket on
(l) Related Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation the Internet at http://
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Administration (FAA), Department of www.regulations.gov by searching for
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian Transportation (DOT). and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
Airworthiness Directive CF–2016–23, dated ACTION: Final rule. 4228; or in person at the Docket
July 28, 2016, for related information. You Management Facility between 9 a.m.
may examine the MCAI on the Internet at SUMMARY: We are superseding and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–13– except Federal holidays. The AD docket
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–9503.
(2) Service information identified in this 12 for all Airbus Model A318, A319, contains this AD, the regulatory
AD that is not incorporated by reference is A320, and A321 series airplanes. AD evaluation, any comments received, and
available at the addresses specified in 2014–13–12 required identifying the other information. The address for the
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD. part number and serial number of each Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527)
passenger oxygen container, replacing is Docket Management Facility, U.S.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
the oxygen generator manifold of any Department of Transportation, Docket
(1) The Director of the Federal Register affected oxygen container with a Operations, M–30, West Building
approved the incorporation by reference
serviceable manifold, performing an Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR operational check of the manual mask New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
part 51. release, and doing corrective actions if DC 20590.
(2) You must use this service information necessary. This new AD retains the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
as applicable to do the actions required by requirements of AD 2014–13–12, and Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. requires replacing the oxygen generator International Branch, ANM–116,
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71– manifold of any affected DAe oxygen Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. container with a serviceable manifold.
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
This AD was prompted by reports of 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1405;
6002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016.
silicon particles inside the oxygen fax 425–227–1149.
(iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–71–
5002, Revision 01, dated June 30, 2016. generator manifolds, which had chafed
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700– from the mask hoses during installation
1A11–71–002, Revision 01, dated June 30, onto the generator outlets. We are Discussion
2016. issuing this AD to address the unsafe We issued a notice of proposed
(3) For service information identified in condition on these products. rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte- DATES: This AD is effective January 20,
Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, part 39 to supersede AD 2014–13–12,
2017. Amendment 39–17888 (79 FR 45317,
Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–
855–7401; email thd.crj@
The Director of the Federal Register August 5, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–13–12’’). AD
aero.bombardier.com; Internet http:// approved the incorporation by reference 2014–13–12 applied to all Airbus Model
www.bombardier.com. of certain publications listed in this AD A318, A319, A320, and A321 series
(4) You may view this service information as of January 20, 2017. airplanes. The NPRM published in the
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at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, The Director of the Federal Register Federal Register on March 21, 2016 (81
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For approved the incorporation by reference FR 14990). The NPRM was prompted by
information on the availability of this of certain other publications listed in reports of silicon particles inside the
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. this AD as of September 9, 2014 (79 FR
(5) You may view this service information
oxygen generator manifolds, which had
45317, August 5, 2014). chafed from the mask hoses during
that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records ADDRESSES: For Airbus service installation onto the generator outlets.
Administration (NARA). For information on information identified in this final rule, The NPRM proposed to continue to
the availability of this material at NARA, call contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office— require identifying the part number and
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This AD becomes effective January 3, 2017. | |
| Contact | Aziz Ahmed, Airframe Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516-228-7329; fax: 516-794-5531. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 90961 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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