81 FR 96362 - Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Formerly Turbomeca S.A.) Turboshaft Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 251 (December 30, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 251 (Friday, December 30, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 96362-96364] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-31695] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-3753; Directorate Identifier 2015-NE-26-AD; Amendment 39-18739; AD 2016-25-13] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Formerly Turbomeca S.A.) Turboshaft Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding airworthiness directive (AD) 2016-04-12, that applies to certain Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (formerly Turbomeca S.A.) Arriel 2B, 2B1, 2C, 2C1, 2C2, 2D, 2E, 2S1, and 2S2 turboshaft engines. AD 2016-04-12 required spectrometric oil analysis (SOA) inspection of the engine accessory gearbox (AGB), and, depending on the results, removal of the engine AGB. This AD requires initial and repetitive wear inspections of the engine AGB cover. This AD was prompted by a report of an uncommanded in-flight shutdown (IFSD) of an Arriel 2S2 engine caused by rupture of the 41-tooth gear, which forms part of the bevel gear in the engine AGB. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective February 3, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 3, 2017. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: 33 0 5 59 74 40 00; fax: 33 0 5 59 74 45 15. You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by [[Page 96363]] searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-3753. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 3753; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI), regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is Document 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: Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7770; fax: 781- 238-7199; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2016-04-12, Amendment 39-18406 (81 FR 12583, March 10, 2016), (``AD 2016-04-12''). AD 2016-04-12 applied to the specified products. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 17, 2016 (81 FR 39601). The NPRM proposed to require initial and repetitive spectrometric oil analysis (SOA) of the AGB, and wear inspections of the engine AGB cover. However, this AD only mandates wear inspections of the engine AGB cover and does not add requirements beyond the scope of the NPRM. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (81 FR 39601, June 17, 2016). Since we issued AD 2016-04-12, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency AD 2016-0055R1, dated October 11, 2016, to only specify that periodic wear inspections of the engine AGB cover are necessary. This AD removes the proposed requirements for initial and repetitive SOA of the AGB, which reduces the costs of compliance in this AD. Also since we issued AD 2016-04-12, Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. has issued Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No. 292 72 2861, Version D, dated September 23, 2016. The MSB only requires performing periodic wear inspections of the engine AGB cover. Conclusion We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously. We determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. has issued MSB No. 292 72 2861, Version D, dated September 23, 2016. The MSB describes procedures for performing periodic wear inspections of the engine AGB cover. 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 250 engines installed on helicopters of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take 1 hour to perform the engine AGB cover wear inspection. The average labor rate is $85 per hour. Required parts for the wear inspection cost about $3,100 per engine. We estimate that 5 engines will require AGB replacement at a cost of $44,397 per engine. We also estimate that it will take about 2 hours to replace the engine AGB. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $1,019,085. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska to the extent that it justifies making a regulatory distinction, 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 part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (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 removing airworthiness directive (AD) AD 2016-04-12, Amendment 39-18406 (81 FR 12583, March 10, 2016), and adding the following new AD: 2016-25-13 Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type Certificate previously held by Turbomeca S.A.): Amendment 39-18739; Docket No. FAA-2015-3753; Directorate Identifier 2015-NE-26-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective February 3, 2017. (b) Affected ADs This AD supersedes AD 2016-04-12, Amendment 39-18406 (81 FR 12583, March 10, 2016). [[Page 96364]] (c) Applicability This AD applies to Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. Arriel 2B, 2B1, 2C, 2C1, 2C2, 2D, 2E, 2S1, and 2S2 turboshaft engines with an engine accessory gearbox (AGB), part number 0292120650, with a machined front casing. (d) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report of an uncommanded in-flight shutdown (IFSD) of an Arriel 2S2 engine caused by rupture of the 41- tooth gear, which forms part of the bevel gear in the engine AGB. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the engine AGB, uncommanded IFSD, damage to the engine, and damage to the helicopter. (e) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (1) Initial Wear Inspection (i) For all affected engines, perform a wear inspection of the engine AGB cover before the engine AGB, module M01, exceeds 850 engine hours (EH) since new or since last overhaul (SLO), or within 50 EHs after April 14, 2016, or before the next flight after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs latest. (ii) Reserved. (2) Repetitive Wear Inspection Intervals (i) For Arriel 2E engines, repeat the engine AGB cover wear inspection within every 800 EH since last inspection (SLI). (ii) For all affected engines, except for Arriel 2E engines, repeat the engine AGB cover wear inspection within every 600 EH SLI. (3) Inspection Criteria (i) Use paragraph 2.4.2 of Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No. 292 72 2861, Version D, dated September 23, 2016, to do the inspections required by paragraphs (e)(1) and (e)(2) of this AD. (ii) Reserved. (4) Corrective Actions Based on the Results of the Most Recent Wear Inspection (i) If the wear measured from the most recent wear inspection is 0.15 mm or less, no further action is required. However, you must still comply with the repetitive inspection requirements of paragraph (e)(2) of this AD. (ii) If the most recent wear inspection was performed while the engine was in service, and the wear is greater than 0.15 mm, do the following: (A) If the wear measured from the most recent wear inspection is greater than 0.15 mm, but 0.30 mm or less, remove the engine AGB from service within 200 EH SLI and replace with a part eligible for installation. (B) If the wear measured from the most recent wear inspection is greater than 0.30 mm, but 0.40 mm or less, remove the engine AGB from service within 25 EH SLI and replace with a part eligible for installation. (C) If the wear measured from the most recent wear inspection is greater than 0.40 mm, remove the engine AGB from service before further flight and replace with a part eligible for installation. (iii) If the most recent wear inspection was performed on the engine during an engine shop visit, and the wear is greater than 0.15 mm, remove the engine AGB before further flight and replace with a part eligible for installation. (f) Credit for Previous Action If you have previously performed a wear inspection of the engine AGB cover prior to the effective date of this AD in accordance with the instructions given in Turbomeca MSB No. 292 72 2861, Version C, dated March 9, 2016, or Turbomeca MSB No. 292 72 2861, Version B, dated February 2, 2016, then you may take credit for that wear inspection as the ``most recent'' wear inspection for the purposes of paragraph (e)(4) of this AD. (g) Definition For the purpose of this AD, an engine shop visit is defined as the induction of an engine into the shop for maintenance involving the separation of any major mating engine flanges, except that the separation of engine flanges solely for the purposes of transportation without subsequent engine maintenance does not constitute an engine shop visit. (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) The Manager, Engine Certification Office, FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make your request. You may email your request to: [email protected]. (i) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7770; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. (2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency AD 2016- 0055R1, dated October 11, 2016, for more information. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/document?D=FAA-2015-3753-0006. (j) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. Mandatory Service Bulletin No. 292 72 2861, Version D, dated September 23, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (3) For Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. service information identified in this AD, contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: 33 0 5 59 74 40 00; fax: 33 0 5 59 74 45 15. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. (5) You may view this service information 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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on November 29, 2016. Colleen M. D'Alessandro, Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 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of hydraulic systems with only HyJet V identified in an RC step, must be done to Issued in Renton, Washington, on
hydraulic fluid, in accordance with the comply with the AD. If a step or sub-step is December 22, 2016.
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC Robert D. Breneman,
Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB270026–00, requirement is removed from that step or Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Issue 002, dated June 13, 2016. sub-step. An AMOC is required for any Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Boeing deviations to RC steps, including substeps
[FR Doc. 2016–31693 Filed 12–29–16; 8:45 am]
Alert Service Bulletin B787–81205– and identified figures.
SB270026–00, Issue 002, dated June 13, 2016, (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
refers to Boeing Service Bulletin B787– deviated from using accepted methods in
81205–SB290022–00, Issue 001, dated accordance with the operator’s maintenance
September 4, 2014, as an additional source of or inspection program without obtaining DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
guidance for installing markers to allow approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
servicing of hydraulic systems with only including substeps and identified figures, can Federal Aviation Administration
HyJet V hydraulic fluid. still be done as specified, and the airplane
Note 2 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Task can be put back in an airworthy condition. 14 CFR Part 39
1, Figure 1, and Task 2, Figure 1, of Boeing (4) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB290022–00, level of safety may be used for any repair [Docket No. FAA–2015–3753; Directorate
Issue 001, dated September 4, 2014, identify required by this AD if it is approved by the Identifier 2015–NE–26–AD; Amendment 39–
P/N 710Z7290–9##ALT1 for the left and right Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization 18739; AD 2016–25–13]
engine diagonal braces; however, the correct Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
P/N is 710Z7290–9 with no ##ALT suffix. been authorized by the Manager, Seattle RIN 2120–AA64
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair
(h) Fluid Tests of the Left, Right, and Center method to be approved, the repair must meet Airworthiness Directives; Safran
Hydraulic Systems the certification basis of the airplane, and the Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Formerly
For airplanes identified in Boeing Alert approval must specifically refer to this AD. Turbomeca S.A.) Turboshaft Engines
Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB270026–00,
(k) Related Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Issue 002, dated June 13, 2016, as Group 1,
Configuration 2, Group 2: Within 36 months (1) For more information about this AD, Administration (FAA), DOT.
after the effective date of this AD, do contact Fnu Winarto, Aerospace Engineer,
ACTION: Final rule.
hydraulic fluid tests of the left, right, and Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM–130S,
center hydraulic systems, replace the FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., SUMMARY: We are superseding
hydraulic system fluid, if necessary, and do Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–
airworthiness directive (AD) 2016–04–
all applicable related investigative and 6659; fax: 425–917–6590; email:
corrective actions, in accordance with the fnu.winarto@faa.gov. 12, that applies to certain Safran
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert (2) Service information identified in this Helicopter Engines, S.A. (formerly
Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB270026–00, AD that is not incorporated by reference is Turbomeca S.A.) Arriel 2B, 2B1, 2C,
Issue 002, dated June 13, 2016. Do all available at the addresses specified in 2C1, 2C2, 2D, 2E, 2S1, and 2S2
applicable related investigative and paragraphs (l)(4) and (l)(5) of this AD. turboshaft engines. AD 2016–04–12
corrective actions within 36 months after the required spectrometric oil analysis
effective date of this AD. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference
(SOA) inspection of the engine
(1) The Director of the Federal Register accessory gearbox (AGB), and,
(i) Credit for Previous Actions
approved the incorporation by reference
This paragraph provides credit for the (IBR) of the service information listed in this
depending on the results, removal of the
actions required by paragraphs (g) and (h) of paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR engine AGB. This AD requires initial
this AD, if those actions were performed part 51. and repetitive wear inspections of the
before the effective date of this AD using (2) You must use this service information engine AGB cover. This AD was
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787–81205– as applicable to do the actions required by prompted by a report of an
SB270026–00, Issue 001, dated November 25, this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. uncommanded in-flight shutdown
2014. (3) The following service information was (IFSD) of an Arriel 2S2 engine caused by
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance approved for IBR on January 20, 2017 (81 FR rupture of the 41-tooth gear, which
(AMOCs) 90955, December 16, 2016). forms part of the bevel gear in the
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787– engine AGB. We are issuing this AD to
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft
81205–SB270026–00, Issue 002, dated June
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the correct the unsafe condition on these
13, 2016.
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if products.
(ii) Reserved.
requested using the procedures found in 14
(4) For service information identified in DATES: This AD is effective February 3,
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector this AD, contact Boeing Commercial 2017.
or local Flight Standards District Office, as Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data The Director of the Federal Register
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
appropriate. If sending information directly approved the incorporation by reference
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740;
telephone 562–797–1717; Internet https://
of a certain publication listed in this AD
attention of the person identified in as of February 3, 2017.
paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. Information may www.myboeingfleet.com.
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC- (5) You may view this service information ADDRESSES: For service information
Requests@faa.gov. at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, identified in this final rule, contact
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. 40220
notify your appropriate principal inspector, information on the availability of this Tarnos, France; phone: 33 0 5 59 74 40
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. 00; fax: 33 0 5 59 74 45 15. You may
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of the local flight standards district office/ (6) You may view this service information
view this service information at the
certificate holding district office. that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records
FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
(3) For service information that contains
steps that are labeled as Required for Administration (NARA). For information on 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA.
Compliance (RC), the provisions of the availability of this material at NARA, call For information on the availability of
paragraphs (j)(3)(i) and (j)(3)(ii) apply. 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// this material at the FAA, call 781–238–
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 7125. It is also available on the Internet
substeps under an RC step and any figures locations.html. at http://www.regulations.gov by
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searching for and locating Docket No. Also since we issued AD 2016–04–12, because it addresses an unsafe condition
FAA–2015–3753. Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. has that is likely to exist or develop on
issued Mandatory Service Bulletin products identified in this rulemaking
Examining the AD Docket
(MSB) No. 292 72 2861, Version D, action.
You may examine the AD docket on dated September 23, 2016. The MSB
the Internet at http:// Regulatory Findings
only requires performing periodic wear
www.regulations.gov by searching for inspections of the engine AGB cover. This AD will not have federalism
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– implications under Executive Order
3753; or in person at the Docket Conclusion
13132. This AD will not have a
Management Facility between 9 a.m. We reviewed the available data and substantial direct effect on the States, on
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, determined that air safety and the the relationship between the national
except Federal holidays. The AD docket public interest require adopting this AD government and the States, or on the
contains this AD, the mandatory with the changes described previously. distribution of power and
continuing airworthiness information We determined that these changes will responsibilities among the various
(MCAI), regulatory evaluation, any not increase the economic burden on levels of government.
comments received, and other any operator or increase the scope of For the reasons discussed above, I
information. The address for the Docket this AD. certify that this AD:
Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is Related Service Information Under (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
Document Management Facility, U.S. 1 CFR Part 51 action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
Department of Transportation, Docket (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
Operations, M–30, West Building Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. has
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 issued MSB No. 292 72 2861, Version D,
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, dated September 23, 2016. The MSB
describes procedures for performing (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
DC 20590. in Alaska to the extent that it justifies
periodic wear inspections of the engine
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: making a regulatory distinction, and
AGB cover. This service information is
Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer, (4) Will not have a significant
reasonably available because the
Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine economic impact, positive or negative,
interested parties have access to it
& Propeller Directorate, 1200 District on a substantial number of small entities
through their normal course of business
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: under the criteria of the Regulatory
or by the means identified in the
781–238–7770; fax: 781–238–7199; Flexibility Act.
ADDRESSES section.
email: philip.haberlen@faa.gov.
Costs of Compliance List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
We estimate that this AD affects 250 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
Discussion safety, Incorporation by reference,
engines installed on helicopters of U.S.
We issued a notice of proposed registry. We also estimate that it will Safety.
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR take 1 hour to perform the engine AGB Adoption of the Amendment
part 39 to supersede AD 2016–04–12, cover wear inspection. The average
Amendment 39–18406 (81 FR 12583, labor rate is $85 per hour. Required Accordingly, under the authority
March 10, 2016), (‘‘AD 2016–04–12’’). parts for the wear inspection cost about delegated to me by the Administrator,
AD 2016–04–12 applied to the specified $3,100 per engine. We estimate that 5 the FAA amends part 39 of the Federal
products. The NPRM published in the engines will require AGB replacement at Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as
Federal Register on June 17, 2016 (81 a cost of $44,397 per engine. We also follows:
FR 39601). The NPRM proposed to estimate that it will take about 2 hours
require initial and repetitive to replace the engine AGB. Based on PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
spectrometric oil analysis (SOA) of the these figures, we estimate the cost of DIRECTIVES
AGB, and wear inspections of the this AD on U.S. operators to be
engine AGB cover. However, this AD ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
$1,019,085.
only mandates wear inspections of the continues to read as follows:
engine AGB cover and does not add Authority for This Rulemaking Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
requirements beyond the scope of the Title 49 of the United States Code
§ 39.13 [Amended]
NPRM. specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
Comments
Section 106, describes the authority of removing airworthiness directive (AD)
We gave the public the opportunity to the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, AD 2016–04–12, Amendment 39–18406
participate in developing this AD. We Aviation Programs, describes in more (81 FR 12583, March 10, 2016), and
received no comments on the NPRM (81 detail the scope of the Agency’s adding the following new AD:
FR 39601, June 17, 2016). authority. 2016–25–13 Safran Helicopter Engines,
Since we issued AD 2016–04–12, the We are issuing this rulemaking under S.A. (Type Certificate previously held by
European Aviation Safety Agency the authority described in Subtitle VII, Turbomeca S.A.): Amendment 39–
(EASA) has issued MCAI European Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, 18739; Docket No. FAA–2015–3753;
Aviation Safety Agency AD 2016– ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Directorate Identifier 2015–NE–26–AD.
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0055R1, dated October 11, 2016, to only section, Congress charges the FAA with (a) Effective Date
specify that periodic wear inspections of promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
the engine AGB cover are necessary. air commerce by prescribing regulations This AD is effective February 3, 2017.
This AD removes the proposed for practices, methods, and procedures (b) Affected ADs
requirements for initial and repetitive the Administrator finds necessary for This AD supersedes AD 2016–04–12,
SOA of the AGB, which reduces the safety in air commerce. This regulation Amendment 39–18406 (81 FR 12583, March
costs of compliance in this AD. is within the scope of that authority 10, 2016).
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(c) Applicability shop visit, and the wear is greater than 0.15 Administration (NARA). For information on
This AD applies to Safran Helicopter mm, remove the engine AGB before further the availability of this material at NARA, call
Engines, S.A. Arriel 2B, 2B1, 2C, 2C1, 2C2, flight and replace with a part eligible for 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
2D, 2E, 2S1, and 2S2 turboshaft engines with installation. www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
an engine accessory gearbox (AGB), part locations.html.
(f) Credit for Previous Action
number 0292120650, with a machined front Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
If you have previously performed a wear
casing. November 29, 2016.
inspection of the engine AGB cover prior to
(d) Unsafe Condition the effective date of this AD in accordance Colleen M. D’Alessandro,
This AD was prompted by a report of an with the instructions given in Turbomeca Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
uncommanded in-flight shutdown (IFSD) of MSB No. 292 72 2861, Version C, dated Aircraft Certification Service.
an Arriel 2S2 engine caused by rupture of the March 9, 2016, or Turbomeca MSB No. 292 [FR Doc. 2016–31695 Filed 12–29–16; 8:45 am]
41-tooth gear, which forms part of the bevel 72 2861, Version B, dated February 2, 2016,
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gear in the engine AGB. We are issuing this then you may take credit for that wear
AD to prevent failure of the engine AGB, inspection as the ‘‘most recent’’ wear
uncommanded IFSD, damage to the engine, inspection for the purposes of paragraph
and damage to the helicopter. (e)(4) of this AD. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
(g) Definition HUMAN SERVICES
(e) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the For the purpose of this AD, an engine shop Food and Drug Administration
compliance times specified, unless already visit is defined as the induction of an engine
done. into the shop for maintenance involving the
separation of any major mating engine 21 CFR Parts 11 and 101
(1) Initial Wear Inspection
(i) For all affected engines, perform a wear flanges, except that the separation of engine [Docket No. FDA–2011–F–0172]
inspection of the engine AGB cover before flanges solely for the purposes of
transportation without subsequent engine RIN 0910–AG57
the engine AGB, module M01, exceeds 850
engine hours (EH) since new or since last maintenance does not constitute an engine
shop visit. Food Labeling; Nutrition Labeling of
overhaul (SLO), or within 50 EHs after April
14, 2016, or before the next flight after the Standard Menu Items in Restaurants
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs (AMOCs)
and Similar Retail Food
latest. Establishments; Extension of
(ii) Reserved. The Manager, Engine Certification Office, Compliance Date
(2) Repetitive Wear Inspection Intervals FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration,
(i) For Arriel 2E engines, repeat the engine
make your request. You may email your HHS.
AGB cover wear inspection within every 800
request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov.
EH since last inspection (SLI). ACTION:Final rule; extension of
(ii) For all affected engines, except for (i) Related Information compliance date.
Arriel 2E engines, repeat the engine AGB (1) For more information about this AD,
cover wear inspection within every 600 EH contact Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer, SUMMARY: The Food and Drug
SLI. Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Administration (FDA or we) is
(3) Inspection Criteria Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, extending the compliance date for the
(i) Use paragraph 2.4.2 of Safran Helicopter Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238– final rule requiring disclosure of certain
Engines, S.A. Mandatory Service Bulletin 7770; fax: 781–238–7199; email: nutrition information for standard menu
(MSB) No. 292 72 2861, Version D, dated philip.haberlen@faa.gov.
September 23, 2016, to do the inspections items in certain restaurants and retail
(2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation food establishments. The final rule
required by paragraphs (e)(1) and (e)(2) of Safety Agency AD 2016–0055R1, dated
this AD. October 11, 2016, for more information. You
appeared in the Federal Register of
(ii) Reserved. may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on December 1, 2014, and on May 5, 2016,
(4) Corrective Actions Based on the Results the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/ we stated in the Federal Register that
of the Most Recent Wear Inspection document?D=FAA-2015-3753-0006. the enforcement of the final rule would
(i) If the wear measured from the most begin on May 5, 2017. We are taking this
recent wear inspection is 0.15 mm or less, no (j) Material Incorporated by Reference
action to clarify and confirm that the
further action is required. However, you must (1) The Director of the Federal Register compliance date for the final rule is May
still comply with the repetitive inspection approved the incorporation by reference
requirements of paragraph (e)(2) of this AD. 5, 2017.
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
(ii) If the most recent wear inspection was paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR DATES: Effective date: This final rule is
performed while the engine was in service, part 51. effective December 30, 2016.
and the wear is greater than 0.15 mm, do the (2) You must use this service information Compliance date: Covered
following: as applicable to do the actions required by establishments must comply with the
(A) If the wear measured from the most this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. rule published December 1, 2014 (79 FR
recent wear inspection is greater than 0.15 (i) Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. 71156) by May 5, 2017.
mm, but 0.30 mm or less, remove the engine Mandatory Service Bulletin No. 292 72 2861,
AGB from service within 200 EH SLI and Version D, dated September 23, 2016. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
replace with a part eligible for installation. (ii) Reserved. Ashley Rulffes, Center for Food Safety
(B) If the wear measured from the most (3) For Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. and Applied Nutrition (HFS–820), Food
recent wear inspection is greater than 0.30 service information identified in this AD, and Drug Administration, 5001 Campus
mm, but 0.40 mm or less, remove the engine contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. Dr., College Park, MD 20740, 240–402–
AGB from service within 25 EH SLI and 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: 33 0 5 59 74 2371, email: ashley.rulffes@fda.hhs.gov.
srobinson on DSK5SPTVN1PROD with RULES
replace with a part eligible for installation. 40 00; fax: 33 0 5 59 74 45 15.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(C) If the wear measured from the most (4) You may view this service information
recent wear inspection is greater than 0.40 at FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 I. Background
mm, remove the engine AGB from service District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
before further flight and replace with a part information on the availability of this In the Federal Register of December 1,
eligible for installation. material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125. 2014 (79 FR 71156), we published a
(iii) If the most recent wear inspection was (5) You may view this service information final rule requiring disclosure of certain
performed on the engine during an engine at the National Archives and Records nutrition information for standard menu
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective February 3, 2017. | |
| Contact | Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7770; fax: 781- 238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 96362 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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