82 FR 12074 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 38 (February 28, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 38 (February 28, 2017)
| Page Range | 12074-12076 | |
| FR Document | 2017-03718 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 38 (Tuesday, February 28, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 12074-12076] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-03718] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0123; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-033-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, CN- 235-300, and C-295 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a reported inability to extend the external handle of the emergency door from its recess due to a jammed spring mechanism. This proposed AD would require a one-time functional check of each emergency door handle, and corrective actions if necessary. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by April 14, 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: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact EADS-CASA, Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer Services (ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone: +34 91 585 55 84; fax: +34 91 585 55 05; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.eads.net. 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. 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-2017- 0123; 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 proposed 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1112; fax: 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0123; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-033-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed 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 proposed AD. Discussion The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2016-0051, dated March 11, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, CN-235-300, and C-295 airplanes. The MCAI states: Failure to extend the external handle of emergency door from its recess was reported. As a consequence, it was impossible to open the rear emergency door from outside. Subsequent investigation determined that jamming of the door spring mechanism led to failure pushing out the emergency door external handle from its position normally aligned with the door skin. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to failure to open the emergency door from outside in an emergency. To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus Defence&Space (D&S) issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-52-0001 and AOT-C295-52-0001 to provide inspection instructions [and corrective actions if necessary]. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time functional check of [each of] the affected emergency door external handle[s] and, depending on findings, [detailed visual inspection for damage or unexpected material and] corrective action [repair]. This [EASA] AD also requires reporting the check result. 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-2017- 0123. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following Airbus Defense and Space service information. Airbus Defense and Space Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014. Airbus Defense and Space AOT-C295-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014. The service information describes procedures for a one-time functional check of each emergency door handle and corrective actions if necessary. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. 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 Proposed 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 proposing this [[Page 12075]] AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of these same type designs. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 27 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Functional Check................... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour $0 $85 $2,295 = $85. Reporting.......................... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour 0 85 2,295 = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed AD. Paperwork Reduction Act A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control number for the collection of information required by this proposed AD is 2120-0056. The paperwork cost associated with this proposed AD has been detailed in the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for reviewing instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with this proposed AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, ATTN: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200. 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 proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 this proposed regulation: 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. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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): Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (formerly known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.): Docket No. FAA-2017-0123; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-033-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by April 14, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (formerly known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN- 235-200, CN-235-300, and C-295 airplanes, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 52, Doors. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a reported inability to extend the external handle of the emergency door from its recess due to a jammed spring mechanism. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct jamming of the door spring mechanism, which could lead to the inability to push out the emergency door external handle from its position normally aligned with the door skin. This condition could result in the inability to open the emergency door from outside during an emergency. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) One Time Functional Check Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, do a one- time functional check of each emergency door handle in accordance with Airbus Defense and Space Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT-C295-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014; as applicable. (h) Additional Actions for Discrepancies If any discrepancy (non-working emergency door handle) is found during the functional check required by paragraph (g) of this AD, before further flight, do the actions required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD. (1) Accomplish a detailed visual inspection for damage and unexpected material in [[Page 12076]] accordance with Airbus Defense and Space AOT-CN235-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT-C295-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014; as applicable. (2) Before further flight, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA- authorized signature. (i) Reporting Submit a report of the findings (both positive and negative) from the functional test required by paragraph (g) of this AD and the inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD to Airbus Defense and Space in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defense and Space AOT-CN235-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT-C295-52-0001, dated September 4, 2014; as applicable; at the applicable time specified in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD. (1) If the functional test or inspection was done on or after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the functional test or inspection. (2) If the functional test or inspection was done before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. (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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1112; 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 Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Reporting Requirements: A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0051, dated March 11, 2016, 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-2017-0123. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact EADS- CASA, Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer Services (ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone: +34 91 585 55 84; fax: +34 91 585 55 05; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.eads.net. 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 15, 2017. Thomas Groves, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-03718 Filed 2-27-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on February telephone: +34 91 585 55 84; fax: +34 91 for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A.
15, 2017. 585 55 05; email: Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–
Thomas Groves, MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; 200, CN–235–300, and C–295 airplanes.
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Internet: http://www.eads.net. You may The MCAI states:
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. view this referenced service information Failure to extend the external handle of
[FR Doc. 2017–03712 Filed 2–27–17; 8:45 am] at the FAA, Transport Airplane emergency door from its recess was reported.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., As a consequence, it was impossible to open
Renton, WA. For information on the the rear emergency door from outside.
availability of this material at the FAA, Subsequent investigation determined that
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION call 425–227–1221. jamming of the door spring mechanism led
to failure pushing out the emergency door
Federal Aviation Administration Examining the AD Docket external handle from its position normally
You may examine the AD docket on aligned with the door skin.
This condition, if not detected and
14 CFR Part 39 the Internet at http://
corrected, could lead to failure to open the
www.regulations.gov by searching for emergency door from outside in an
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0123; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NM–033–AD] and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– emergency.
0123; or in person at the Docket To address this potential unsafe condition,
RIN 2120–AA64 Management Facility between 9 a.m. Airbus Defence&Space (D&S) issued Alert
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT–CN235–
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus except Federal holidays. The AD docket 52–0001 and AOT–C295–52–0001 to provide
Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly contains this proposed AD, the inspection instructions [and corrective
Known as Construcciones regulatory evaluation, any comments actions if necessary].
Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes For the reasons described above, this
received, and other information. The
[EASA] AD requires a one-time functional
AGENCY: Federal Aviation street address for the Docket Operations check of [each of] the affected emergency
Administration (FAA), DOT. office (telephone: 800–647–5527) is in door external handle[s] and, depending on
the ADDRESSES section. Comments will findings, [detailed visual inspection for
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
be available in the AD docket shortly damage or unexpected material and]
(NPRM).
after receipt. corrective action [repair]. This [EASA] AD
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: also requires reporting the check result.
airworthiness directive (AD) for all Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace You may examine the MCAI in the
Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model Engineer, International Branch, ANM– AD docket on the Internet at http://
CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200, 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, www.regulations.gov by searching for
CN–235–300, and C–295 airplanes. This FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
proposed AD was prompted by a WA 98057–3356; telephone: 425–227– 0123.
reported inability to extend the external 1112; fax: 425–227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Related Service Information Under 1
handle of the emergency door from its
CFR Part 51
recess due to a jammed spring Comments Invited
mechanism. This proposed AD would We reviewed the following Airbus
require a one-time functional check of We invite you to send any written Defense and Space service information.
each emergency door handle, and relevant data, views, or arguments about • Airbus Defense and Space Alert
corrective actions if necessary. We are this proposed AD. Send your comments Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT–
proposing this AD to address the unsafe to an address listed under the CN235–52–0001, dated September 4,
condition on these products. ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. 2014.
FAA–2017–0123; Directorate Identifier • Airbus Defense and Space AOT–
DATES: We must receive comments on
2016–NM–033–AD’’ at the beginning of C295–52–0001, dated September 4,
this proposed AD by April 14, 2017.
your comments. We specifically invite 2014.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, comments on the overall regulatory, The service information describes
using the procedures found in 14 CFR economic, environmental, and energy procedures for a one-time functional
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following aspects of this proposed AD. We will check of each emergency door handle
methods: consider all comments received by the and corrective actions if necessary.
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to closing date and may amend this These documents are distinct since they
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the proposed AD based on those comments. apply to different airplane models. This
instructions for submitting comments. We will post all comments we service information is reasonably
• Fax: 202–493–2251. receive, without change, to http:// available because the interested parties
• Mail: U.S. Department of www.regulations.gov, including any have access to it through their normal
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– personal information you provide. We course of business or by the means
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room will also post a report summarizing each identified in the ADDRESSES section.
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., substantive verbal contact we receive
Washington, DC 20590. FAA’s Determination and Requirements
about this proposed AD.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail of This Proposed AD
address above between 9 a.m. and 5 Discussion
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This product has been approved by
p.m., Monday through Friday, except The European Aviation Safety Agency the aviation authority of another
Federal holidays. (EASA), which is the Technical Agent country, and is approved for operation
For service information identified in for the Member States of the European in the United States. Pursuant to our
this NPRM, contact EADS–CASA, Union, has issued EASA AD 2016–0051, bilateral agreement with the State of
Military Transport Aircraft Division dated March 11, 2016 (referred to after Design Authority, we have been notified
(MTAD), Integrated Customer Services this as the Mandatory Continuing of the unsafe condition described in the
(ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the MCAI and service information
Aragón 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition referenced above. We are proposing this
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AD because we evaluated all pertinent Costs of Compliance We estimate the following costs to
information and determined an unsafe comply with this proposed AD:
condition exists and is likely to exist or We estimate that this proposed AD
develop on other products of these same affects 27 airplanes of U.S. registry.
type designs.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Functional Check ............................................ 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................. $0 $85 $2,295
Reporting ......................................................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................. 0 85 2,295
We have received no definitive data that is likely to exist or develop on S.A.): Docket No. FAA–2017–0123;
that would enable us to provide cost products identified in this rulemaking Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–033–AD.
estimates for the on-condition actions action. (a) Comments Due Date
specified in this proposed AD. We must receive comments by April 14,
Regulatory Findings
Paperwork Reduction Act 2017.
We determined that this proposed AD
A federal agency may not conduct or would not have federalism implications (b) Affected ADs
sponsor, and a person is not required to under Executive Order 13132. This None.
respond to, nor shall a person be subject proposed AD would not have a (c) Applicability
to penalty for failure to comply with a substantial direct effect on the States, on
This AD applies to Airbus Defense and
collection of information subject to the the relationship between the national Space S.A. (formerly known as
requirements of the Paperwork Government and the States, or on the Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model
Reduction Act unless that collection of distribution of power and CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200, CN–
information displays a current valid responsibilities among the various 235–300, and C–295 airplanes, certificated in
OMB control number. The control levels of government. any category, all manufacturer serial
number for the collection of information For the reasons discussed above, I numbers.
required by this proposed AD is 2120– certify this proposed regulation: (d) Subject
0056. The paperwork cost associated 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Air Transport Association (ATA) of
with this proposed AD has been action’’ under Executive Order 12866; America Code 52, Doors.
detailed in the Costs of Compliance 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
section of this document and includes DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (e) Reason
time for reviewing instructions, as well (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); This AD was prompted by a reported
as completing and reviewing the 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in inability to extend the external handle of the
collection of information. Therefore, all emergency door from its recess due to a
Alaska; and
jammed spring mechanism. We are issuing
reporting associated with this proposed 4. Will not have a significant this AD to detect and correct jamming of the
AD is mandatory. Comments concerning economic impact, positive or negative, door spring mechanism, which could lead to
the accuracy of this burden and on a substantial number of small entities the inability to push out the emergency door
suggestions for reducing the burden under the criteria of the Regulatory external handle from its position normally
should be directed to the FAA at 800 Flexibility Act. aligned with the door skin. This condition
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, could result in the inability to open the
DC 20591, ATTN: Information List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 emergency door from outside during an
Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200. Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation emergency.
safety, Incorporation by reference, (f) Compliance
Authority for This Rulemaking
Safety. Comply with this AD within the
Title 49 of the United States Code compliance times specified, unless already
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue The Proposed Amendment
done.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Accordingly, under the authority
(g) One Time Functional Check
section 106, describes the authority of delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part Within 30 days after the effective date of
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more 39 as follows: this AD, do a one-time functional check of
each emergency door handle in accordance
detail the scope of the Agency’s
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS with Airbus Defense and Space Alert
authority. Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT–CN235–
We are issuing this rulemaking under DIRECTIVES 52–0001, dated September 4, 2014; or Airbus
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Defense and Space AOT–C295–52–0001,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 dated September 4, 2014; as applicable.
General requirements.’’ Under that continues to read as follows:
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(h) Additional Actions for Discrepancies
section, Congress charges the FAA with Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in If any discrepancy (non-working
§ 39.13 [Amended] emergency door handle) is found during the
air commerce by prescribing regulations
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding functional check required by paragraph (g) of
for practices, methods, and procedures this AD, before further flight, do the actions
the Administrator finds necessary for the following new airworthiness
required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of
safety in air commerce. This regulation directive (AD): this AD.
is within the scope of that authority Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (formerly (1) Accomplish a detailed visual inspection
because it addresses an unsafe condition known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, for damage and unexpected material in
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accordance with Airbus Defense and Space person is not required to respond to, nor Spit. The proposed safety zone is
AOT–CN235–52–0001, dated September 4, shall a person be subject to a penalty for necessary to protect persons and vessels
2014; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT– failure to comply with a collection of from the hazards associated with the
C295–52–0001, dated September 4, 2014; as information subject to the requirements of
applicable.
annual City of Valdez July 4th
the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that
(2) Before further flight, repair using a collection of information displays a current Fireworks Display event. This rule is
method approved by the Manager, valid OMB Control Number. The OMB intended to restrict vessels from a
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Control Number for this information portion of the navigable waters of Port
Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for Valdez, in the immediate vicinity of the
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus this collection of information is estimated to fireworks launch platforms, before,
Defense and Space S.A.’s EASA Design be approximately 5 minutes per response, during, and immediately after the
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by including the time for reviewing instructions, fireworks event. We invite your
the DOA, the approval must include the completing and reviewing the collection of
DOA-authorized signature. comments on this proposed rulemaking.
information. All responses to this collection
of information are mandatory. Comments DATES: Comments and related material
(i) Reporting
concerning the accuracy of this burden and must be received by the Coast Guard on
Submit a report of the findings (both suggestions for reducing the burden should or before March 30, 2017.
positive and negative) from the functional be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence
test required by paragraph (g) of this AD and ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: identified by docket number USCG–
the inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) of
Information Collection Clearance Officer,
this AD to Airbus Defense and Space in 2017–0092 using the Federal
AES–200.
accordance with the instructions of Airbus eRulemaking Portal at http://
Defense and Space AOT–CN235–52–0001, (k) Related Information www.regulations.gov.
dated September 4, 2014; or Airbus Defense (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing See the ‘‘Public Participation and
and Space AOT–C295–52–0001, dated Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD Request for Comments’’ portion of the
September 4, 2014; as applicable; at the 2016–0051, dated March 11, 2016, for related SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section for
applicable time specified in paragraph (i)(1) information. This MCAI may be found in the
or (i)(2) of this AD. further instructions on submitting
AD docket on the Internet at http:// comments.
(1) If the functional test or inspection was
www.regulations.gov by searching for and
done on or after the effective date of this AD: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0123.
Submit the report within 30 days after the
functional test or inspection.
(2) For service information identified in you have questions about this proposed
this AD, contact EADS–CASA, Military rulemaking, call or email Lieutenant
(2) If the functional test or inspection was
Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Commander Walner W. Alvarez, Chief
done before the effective date of this AD:
Integrated Customer Services (ICS), of Waterways Management Division,
Submit the report within 30 days after the
Technical Services, Avenida de Aragón 404,
effective date of this AD. U.S. Coast Guard Marine Safety Unit
28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone: +34 91 585
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions 55 84; fax: +34 91 585 55 05; email: Valdez; telephone (907) 835–7223,
MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; email Walner.W.Alvarez@uscg.mil.
The following provisions also apply to this
AD: Internet: http://www.eads.net. You may view SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance this service information at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind I. Table of Abbreviations
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information CFR Code of Federal Regulations
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to on the availability of this material at the COTP Captain of the Port
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested FAA, call 425–227–1221. DHS Department of Homeland Security
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Issued in Renton, Washington, on February FR Federal Register
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your 15, 2017. NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
request to your principal inspector or local Thomas Groves, § Section
Flight Standards District Office, as U.S.C. United States Code
appropriate. If sending information directly Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. II. Background, Purpose, and Legal
Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, [FR Doc. 2017–03718 Filed 2–27–17; 8:45 am] Basis
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport BILLING CODE 4910–13–P The Coast Guard began issuing
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
temporary final rules in 2011 to
telephone: 425–227–1112; fax: 425–227– establish a safety zone during the
1149. Information may be emailed to: 9- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND Valdez July 4th Fireworks Display The
ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. SECURITY Coast Guard received no comments or
Before using any approved AMOC, notify concerns from the public when the
your appropriate principal inspector, or Coast Guard temporary safety zones were in place.
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of This Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
the local flight standards district office/ 33 CFR Part 165 proposes to permanently establish a
certificate holding district office. The AMOC
approval letter must specifically reference [Docket Number USCG–2017–0092] safety zone of the exact same size and
this AD. position as that which were established
RIN 1625–AA00 under the temporary final rules since
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 2014. The legal basis for the rule is the
Safety Zone; City of Valdez July 4th
Coast Guard’s authority to establish
pmangrum on DSK3GDR082PROD with PROPOSALS
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
be accomplished using a method approved Fireworks, Port Valdez; Valdez, AK
limited access areas: 33 U.S.C 1231; 50
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS. U.S.C. 191; 33 CFR 1.05–1, 6.04–1,
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or 6.04–6, 160.5; Department of Homeland
EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the
Security Delegation No. 0170.1.
approval must include the DOA-authorized SUMMARY: The Coast Guard proposes to The purpose of this rule is to enhance
signature. establish a permanent safety zone on the the safety for spectators and mariners
(3) Reporting Requirements: A federal navigable waters of Port Valdez, Valdez, attending a community event that
agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a Alaska, in the vicinity of the Valdez involves a relatively large fireworks
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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 | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by April 14, 2017. | |
| Contact | Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1112; fax: 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 12074 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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