82 FR 13753 - Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Turboshaft Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 49 (March 15, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 49 (March 15, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-05236 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 49 (Wednesday, March 15, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 13753-13755] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-05236] [[Page 13753]] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0115; Directorate Identifier 2017-NE-04-AD; Amendment 39-18824; AD 2017-04-51] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Turboshaft Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 1A1, 1A2, 1B, 1C, 1C1, 1C2, 1D, 1D1, 1E2, 1K1, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft engines. Emergency AD 2017-04-51 was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these engines. This AD requires inspecting, wrapping, and replacing the affected drain valve assembly (DV) installed on these Arriel 1 engines. This AD was prompted by reports of fuel leaks originating from the DV on certain Arriel engines. We are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective March 30, 2017 to all persons except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD 2017- 04-51, issued on February 8, 2017, which contained the requirements of this amendment. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication identified in this AD as of March 30, 2017. We must receive comments on this AD by May 1, 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 AD, contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 59 74 40 00; fax: (33) 05 59 74 45 15. 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- 0115; 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 (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781- 238-7199; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion On February 8, 2017, we issued Emergency AD 2017-04-51, which requires inspecting, wrapping, and replacing the DV. This emergency AD was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 1A1, 1A2, 1B, 1C, 1C1, 1C2, 1D, 1D1, 1E2, 1K1, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft engines. This action was prompted by reports of fuel leaks originating from the DV on certain Arriel engines. This condition, if not corrected, could result in engine compartment fire, in-flight shutdown, and damage to the helicopter. Relevant Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Safran Helicopter Engines Alert Mandatory Service Bulletin A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017. The MSB describes procedures for inspecting, wrapping, and replacing the DV. 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 We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. AD Requirements This AD requires inspecting, wrapping, and replacing the DV. 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 the compliance requirements are within 10 flight hours or 7 days. Therefore, we find that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are impracticable and that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety and was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for public comment. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include the docket number FAA-2017-0115 and Directorate Identifier 2017-NE-04-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 because of 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 70 engines installed on helicopters of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: [[Page 13754]] Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspecting, wrapping, and replacing 4.5 work-hours x $85 $7,805 $8,187.50 $573,125 the DV. per hour = $382.50. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 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): 2017-04-51 Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A.: Amendment 39-18824; Docket No. FAA-2017-0115; Directorate Identifier 2017-NE-04-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective March 30, 2017 to all persons except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD 2017-04-51, issued on February 8, 2017, which contained the requirements of this amendment. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 1A1, 1A2, 1B, 1C, 1C1, 1C2, 1D, 1D1, 1E2, 1K1, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft engines equipped with a drain valve assembly (DV) with a part number and a serial number listed in Appendix 5.1 in Safran Helicopter Engines Alert Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7321, Fuel Control/ Turbine Engines. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of fuel leaks originating from the DV on certain Arriel engines. We are issuing this AD to prevent an engine compartment fire, in-flight shutdown, and damage to the helicopter. (f) Compliance (1) Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (2) Within 10 flight hours or 7 days, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD: (i) Replace the affected DV with a DV eligible for installation. Use the Accomplishment Instructions, Paragraph 2, of Safran Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017, to do the replacement; or (ii) Visually inspect the affected DV for fuel leakage. (A) If a fuel leak is detected, replace the affected DV with a DV eligible for installation, before the next flight. (B) If no fuel leak is detected, before next flight, wrap the affected DV with a self-amalgamate tape using the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph 2, of Safran Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017. (C) After wrapping an affected DV, as specified in paragraph (f)(2)(ii)(B) of this AD, inspect the DV for fuel leakage before each first flight of the day. If a fuel leak is detected, replace the affected DV with a DV eligible for installation, before the next flight. (D) After wrapping an affected DV, as specified in paragraph (f)(2)(ii)(B) of this AD, inspect the DV wrapping before each first flight of the day. If the wrapping is found defective (loose, missing, or damaged), before the next flight, remove the wrap and re-wrap the affected DV using the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph 2, of Safran Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017. (E) For an engine on which the affected DV was wrapped, within 180 days after the first wrapping of the affected DV as specified in paragraph (f)(2)(ii)(B) of this AD, replace the affected DV with a DV eligible for installation. (g) Definitions For the purpose of this AD, a DV eligible for installation is: (1) a DV that is not affected by this AD; or (2) a DV in which the diaphragm has been replaced in accordance with the instructions in paragraph 4 of Safran Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017. (h) Terminating Action Replacement of an affected DV installed on an engine, with a DV eligible for installation constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (f)(2)(ii) of this AD. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) The Manager, Engine Certification Office, 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]. (j) Related Information (1) For further information about this AD, contact: Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. (2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency Emergency AD No. 2017-0019-E, dated February 3, 2017, for more information. [[Page 13755]] (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Safran Helicopter Engines Alert Mandatory Service Bulletin A292 73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017. (ii) Reserved. (3) For Safran Helicopter Engines service information identified in this AD, contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 59 74 40 00; fax: (33) 05 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 March 8, 2017. Carlos A. Pestana, Acting Assistant Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-05236 Filed 3-14-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION p.m., Monday through Friday, except FAA’s Determination
Federal holidays.
Federal Aviation Administration For service information identified in We are issuing this AD because we
this AD, contact Safran Helicopter evaluated all the relevant information
14 CFR Part 39 Engines, S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France; and determined the unsafe condition
phone: (33) 05 59 74 40 00; fax: (33) 05 described previously is likely to exist or
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0115; Directorate develop in other products of the same
Identifier 2017–NE–04–AD; Amendment 39– 59 74 45 15.
type design.
18824; AD 2017–04–51] Examining the AD Docket
AD Requirements
RIN 2120–AA64 You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at http:// This AD requires inspecting,
Airworthiness Directives; Safran www.regulations.gov by searching for wrapping, and replacing the DV.
Helicopter Engines, S.A., Turboshaft and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
Engines FAA’s Determination of the Effective
0115; or in person at the Docket Date
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Operations Office between 9 a.m. and 5
Administration (FAA), DOT. p.m., Monday through Friday, except An unsafe condition exists that
Federal holidays. The AD docket requires the immediate adoption of this
ACTION: Final rule; request for
contains this AD, the regulatory AD. The FAA has found that the risk to
comments.
evaluation, any comments received, and the flying public justifies waiving notice
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new other information. The street address for and comment prior to adoption of this
airworthiness directive (AD) for all the Docket Operations Office (phone: rule because the compliance
Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES requirements are within 10 flight hours
1A1, 1A2, 1B, 1C, 1C1, 1C2, 1D, 1D1, section. Comments will be available in or 7 days. Therefore, we find that notice
1E2, 1K1, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft the AD docket shortly after receipt. and opportunity for prior public
engines. Emergency AD 2017–04–51 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
comment are impracticable and that
was sent previously to all known U.S. Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, good cause exists for making this
owners and operators of these engines. Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine amendment effective in less than 30
This AD requires inspecting, wrapping, & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District days.
and replacing the affected drain valve Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: Comments Invited
assembly (DV) installed on these Arriel 781–238–7754; fax: 781–238–7199;
1 engines. This AD was prompted by email: robert.green@faa.gov. This AD is a final rule that involves
reports of fuel leaks originating from the requirements affecting flight safety and
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DV on certain Arriel engines. We are was not preceded by notice and an
issuing this AD to correct the unsafe Discussion opportunity for public comment.
condition on these products. On February 8, 2017, we issued However, we invite you to send any
DATES: This AD is effective March 30, Emergency AD 2017–04–51, which written data, views, or arguments about
2017 to all persons except those persons requires inspecting, wrapping, and this AD. Send your comments to an
to whom it was made immediately replacing the DV. This emergency AD address listed under the ADDRESSES
effective by Emergency AD 2017–04–51, was sent previously to all known U.S. section. Include the docket number
issued on February 8, 2017, which owners and operators of these Safran FAA–2017–0115 and Directorate
contained the requirements of this Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 1A1, Identifier 2017–NE–04–AD at the
amendment. 1A2, 1B, 1C, 1C1, 1C2, 1D, 1D1, 1E2, beginning of your comments. We
The Director of the Federal Register 1K1, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft engines. specifically invite comments on the
approved the incorporation by reference This action was prompted by reports of overall regulatory, economic,
of a certain publication identified in this fuel leaks originating from the DV on environmental, and energy aspects of
AD as of March 30, 2017. certain Arriel engines. This condition, if this AD. We will consider all comments
We must receive comments on this not corrected, could result in engine received by the closing date and may
AD by May 1, 2017. compartment fire, in-flight shutdown, amend this AD because of those
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, and damage to the helicopter. comments.
using the procedures found in 14 CFR We will post all comments we
Relevant Service Information Under 1 receive, without change, to http://
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
CFR Part 51 www.regulations.gov, including any
methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to We reviewed Safran Helicopter personal information you provide. We
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the Engines Alert Mandatory Service will also post a report summarizing each
instructions for submitting comments. Bulletin A292 73 0851, Version A, dated substantive verbal contact we receive
• Fax: 202–493–2251. January 31, 2017. The MSB describes about this AD.
• Mail: U.S. Department of procedures for inspecting, wrapping, Costs of Compliance
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– and replacing the DV. This service
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room information is reasonably available We estimate that this AD affects 70
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., because the interested parties have engines installed on helicopters of U.S.
Washington, DC 20590. access to it through their normal course registry.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail of business or by the means identified We estimate the following costs to
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address above between 9 a.m. and 5 in the ADDRESSES section. comply with this AD:
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ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspecting, wrapping, and replacing the DV ... 4.5 work-hours × $85 per hour = $382.50 ..... $7,805 $8,187.50 $573,125
Authority for This Rulemaking PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (B) If no fuel leak is detected, before next
DIRECTIVES flight, wrap the affected DV with a self-
Title 49 of the United States Code amalgamate tape using the Accomplishment
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Instructions, paragraph 2, of Safran
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292 73 0851,
continues to read as follows:
section 106, describes the authority of Version A, dated January 31, 2017.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (C) After wrapping an affected DV, as
Aviation Programs describes in more § 39.13 [Amended] specified in paragraph (f)(2)(ii)(B) of this AD,
detail the scope of the Agency’s inspect the DV for fuel leakage before each
authority. ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding first flight of the day. If a fuel leak is
We are issuing this rulemaking under the following new airworthiness detected, replace the affected DV with a DV
the authority described in Subtitle VII, directive (AD): eligible for installation, before the next flight.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: 2017–04–51 Safran Helicopter Engines, (D) After wrapping an affected DV, as
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that S.A.: Amendment 39–18824; Docket No. specified in paragraph (f)(2)(ii)(B) of this AD,
section, Congress charges the FAA with FAA–2017–0115; Directorate Identifier inspect the DV wrapping before each first
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in 2017–NE–04–AD. flight of the day. If the wrapping is found
defective (loose, missing, or damaged), before
air commerce by prescribing regulations (a) Effective Date
the next flight, remove the wrap and re-wrap
for practices, methods, and procedures This AD is effective March 30, 2017 to all the affected DV using the Accomplishment
the Administrator finds necessary for persons except those persons to whom it was Instructions, paragraph 2, of Safran
safety in air commerce. This regulation made immediately effective by Emergency Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292 73 0851,
is within the scope of that authority AD 2017–04–51, issued on February 8, 2017, Version A, dated January 31, 2017.
because it addresses an unsafe condition which contained the requirements of this (E) For an engine on which the affected DV
that is likely to exist or develop on amendment. was wrapped, within 180 days after the first
products identified in this rulemaking (b) Affected ADs wrapping of the affected DV as specified in
action. None. paragraph (f)(2)(ii)(B) of this AD, replace the
affected DV with a DV eligible for
Regulatory Findings (c) Applicability installation.
This AD will not have federalism This AD applies to all Safran Helicopter (g) Definitions
implications under Executive Order Engines, S.A., Arriel 1A1, 1A2, 1B, 1C, 1C1,
1C2, 1D, 1D1, 1E2, 1K1, 1S, and 1S1 For the purpose of this AD, a DV eligible
13132. This AD will not have a for installation is:
turboshaft engines equipped with a drain
substantial direct effect on the States, on (1) a DV that is not affected by this AD; or
valve assembly (DV) with a part number and
the relationship between the national a serial number listed in Appendix 5.1 in (2) a DV in which the diaphragm has been
government and the States, or on the Safran Helicopter Engines Alert Mandatory replaced in accordance with the instructions
distribution of power and Service Bulletin (MSB) A292 73 0851, in paragraph 4 of Safran Helicopter Engines
responsibilities among the various Version A, dated January 31, 2017. Alert MSB A292 73 0851, Version A, dated
levels of government. (d) Subject
January 31, 2017.
For the reasons discussed above, I (h) Terminating Action
certify that this AD: Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
Code 7321, Fuel Control/Turbine Engines. Replacement of an affected DV installed on
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (e) Unsafe Condition an engine, with a DV eligible for installation
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under constitutes terminating action for the
This AD was prompted by reports of fuel repetitive inspections required by paragraph
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures leaks originating from the DV on certain
(f)(2)(ii) of this AD.
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), Arriel engines. We are issuing this AD to
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation prevent an engine compartment fire, in-flight (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
in Alaska to the extent that it justifies shutdown, and damage to the helicopter. (AMOCs)
making a regulatory distinction, and (f) Compliance The Manager, Engine Certification Office,
(4) Will not have a significant (1) Comply with this AD within the may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use the
economic impact, positive or negative, compliance times specified, unless already procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make
on a substantial number of small entities done. your request. You may email your request to:
under the criteria of the Regulatory (2) Within 10 flight hours or 7 days, ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov.
Flexibility Act. whichever occurs first, after the effective date (j) Related Information
of this AD:
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (i) Replace the affected DV with a DV (1) For further information about this AD,
eligible for installation. Use the contact: Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer,
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
Accomplishment Instructions, Paragraph 2, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine &
safety, Incorporation by reference, Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue,
of Safran Helicopter Engines Alert MSB A292
rmajette on DSK30RV082PROD with RULES
Safety. Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
73 0851, Version A, dated January 31, 2017,
Adoption of the Amendment to do the replacement; or 7754; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
(ii) Visually inspect the affected DV for fuel robert.green@faa.gov.
Accordingly, under the authority leakage. (2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
delegated to me by the Administrator, (A) If a fuel leak is detected, replace the Safety Agency Emergency AD No. 2017–
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as affected DV with a DV eligible for 0019–E, dated February 3, 2017, for more
follows: installation, before the next flight. information.
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(k) Material Incorporated by Reference FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: will be 1.00 percent for the period
(1) The Director of the Federal Register Deborah C. Murphy (Murphy.Deborah@ during which a benefit is in pay status
approved the incorporation by reference PBGC.gov), Assistant General Counsel and 4.00 percent during any years
(IBR) of the service information listed in this for Regulatory Affairs, Pension Benefit preceding the benefit’s placement in pay
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Guaranty Corporation, 1200 K Street status. In comparison with the interest
part 51. NW., Washington, DC 20005, 202–326– assumptions in effect for March 2017,
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
4400 ext. 3451. (TTY/TDD users may these interest assumptions represent a
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. call the Federal relay service toll free at decrease of 0.25 percent in the
(i) Safran Helicopter Engines Alert 1–800–877–8339 and ask to be immediate rate and no changes in i1, i2,
Mandatory Service Bulletin A292 73 0851, connected to 202–326–4400 ext. 3451.) or i3.
Version A, dated January 31, 2017. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: PBGC’s PBGC has determined that notice and
(ii) Reserved. regulations on Allocation of Assets in
(3) For Safran Helicopter Engines service
public comment on this amendment are
Single-Employer Plans (29 CFR part impracticable and contrary to the public
information identified in this AD, contact
Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 40220 4044) and Benefits Payable in interest. This finding is based on the
Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 59 74 40 00; Terminated Single-Employer Plans (29 need to determine and issue new
fax: (33) 05 59 74 45 15. CFR part 4022) prescribe actuarial interest assumptions promptly so that
(4) You may view this service information assumptions—including interest the assumptions can reflect current
at FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 assumptions—for valuing and paying market conditions as accurately as
District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For plan benefits under terminating single- possible.
information on the availability of this employer plans covered by title IV of
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125. Because of the need to provide
the Employee Retirement Income
(5) You may view this service information immediate guidance for the valuation
at the National Archives and Records
Security Act of 1974. The interest
and payment of benefits under plans
Administration (NARA). For information on assumptions in the regulations are also
with valuation dates during April 2017,
the availability of this material at NARA, call published on PBGC’s Web site (http://
PBGC finds that good cause exists for
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// www.pbgc.gov).
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- The interest assumptions in Appendix making the assumptions set forth in this
locations.html. B to part 4044 are used to value benefits amendment effective less than 30 days
for allocation purposes under ERISA after publication.
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on PBGC has determined that this action
March 8, 2017. section 4044. PBGC uses the interest
assumptions in Appendix B to part 4022 is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’
Carlos A. Pestana,
to determine whether a benefit is under the criteria set forth in Executive
Acting Assistant Manager, Engine & Propeller Order 12866.
payable as a lump sum and to determine
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
the amount to pay. Appendix C to part Because no general notice of proposed
[FR Doc. 2017–05236 Filed 3–14–17; 8:45 am]
4022 contains interest assumptions for rulemaking is required for this
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
private-sector pension practitioners to amendment, the Regulatory Flexibility
refer to if they wish to use lump-sum Act of 1980 does not apply. See 5 U.S.C.
interest rates determined using PBGC’s 601(2).
PENSION BENEFIT GUARANTY historical methodology. Currently, the
CORPORATION rates in Appendices B and C of the List of Subjects
benefit payment regulation are the same. 29 CFR Part 4022
29 CFR Parts 4022 and 4044 The interest assumptions are intended
to reflect current conditions in the Employee benefit plans, Pension
Allocation of Assets in Single- insurance, Pensions, Reporting and
Employer Plans; Benefits Payable in financial and annuity markets.
Assumptions under the asset allocation recordkeeping requirements.
Terminated Single-Employer Plans;
Interest Assumptions for Valuing and regulation are updated quarterly; 29 CFR Part 4044
Paying Benefits assumptions under the benefit payments
regulation are updated monthly. This Employee benefit plans, Pension
AGENCY: Pension Benefit Guaranty final rule updates the benefit payments insurance, Pensions.
Corporation. interest assumptions for April 2017 and In consideration of the foregoing, 29
ACTION: Final rule. updates the asset allocation interest CFR parts 4022 and 4044 are amended
assumptions for the second quarter as follows:
SUMMARY: This final rule amends the (April through June) of 2017.
Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation’s The second quarter 2017 interest PART 4022—BENEFITS PAYABLE IN
regulations on Benefits Payable in assumptions under the allocation TERMINATED SINGLE-EMPLOYER
Terminated Single-Employer Plans and regulation will be 2.15 percent for the PLANS
Allocation of Assets in Single-Employer first 20 years following the valuation
Plans to prescribe interest assumptions date and 2.60 percent thereafter. In ■ 1. The authority citation for part 4022
under the benefit payments regulation comparison with the interest continues to read as follows:
for valuation dates in April 2017 and assumptions in effect for the first
interest assumptions under the asset Authority: 29 U.S.C. 1302, 1322, 1322b,
quarter of 2017, these interest 1341(c)(3)(D), and 1344.
allocation regulation for valuation dates assumptions represent no change in the
in the second quarter of 2017. The select period (the period during which ■ 2. In appendix B to part 4022, Rate Set
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interest assumptions are used for the select rate (the initial rate) applies), 282, as set forth below, is added to the
valuing and paying benefits under an increase of 0.28 percent in the select table.
terminating single-employer plans rate, and an increase of 0.23 percent in
covered by the pension insurance Appendix B to Part 4022—Lump Sum
the ultimate rate (the final rate).
system administered by PBGC. The April 2017 interest assumptions Interest Rates For PBGC Payments
DATES: Effective April 1, 2017. under the benefit payments regulation * * * * *
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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 is effective March 30, 2017 to all persons except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD 2017- 04-51, issued on February 8, 2017, which contained the requirements of this amendment. | |
| Contact | Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781- 238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 13753 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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