82 FR 21146 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 86 (May 5, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 86 (May 5, 2017)
| Page Range | 21146-21153 | |
| FR Document | 2017-07938 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 86 (Friday, May 5, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 21146-21153] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-07938] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-3697; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-143-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM); reopening of comment period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) that proposed to supersede AD 2011-01-15, which applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. AD 2011-01-15 requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel along the chem-milled step at certain stringers, and repair, if necessary. This action revises the notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) by reducing the compliance time for certain inspections. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Since these actions impose an additional burden over that proposed in the NPRM, we are reopening the comment period to allow the public the chance to comment on these proposed changes. DATES: We must receive comments on this SNPRM by June 19, 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. [[Page 21147]] Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this SNPRM, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; telephone 562-797-1717; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-3697. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016- 3697; 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 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: Eric Schrieber, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120L, FAA, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5348; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. 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-2016-3697; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-143-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 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 proposed AD. Discussion We issued an NPRM to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2011-01- 15, Amendment 39-16572 (76 FR 1351, January 10, 2011) (``AD 2011-01- 15''). AD 2011-01-15 applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 757- 200, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. AD 2011-01-15 requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel along the chem-milled step at stringers S-4L and S-4R, from station (STA) 297 through STA 439, and repair if necessary. AD 2011-01- 15 also includes terminating action for the repetitive inspections of the repaired areas only. AD 2011-01-15 resulted from reports of cracking in the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on February 18, 2016 (81 FR 8157) (``The NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of the initiation of new fatigue cracking in the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel along locally thinned channels adjacent to the chem-milled steps. The NPRM proposed to add repetitive inspections for cracking in additional areas and repair if necessary. The NPRM also proposed to remove airplanes from the applicability in AD 2011-01-15. The NPRM also proposed to add an optional skin panel replacement which would terminate all inspections and an optional preventative modification that would terminate certain inspections. Actions Since the NPRM Was Issued Since we issued the NPRM, we have received a report that cracking was found earlier than the compliance time specified for the Zone 1 inspections identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015 (referenced in the NPRM as the appropriate source of service information for accomplishing the specified actions). Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, has been issued to reduce the compliance time for the Zone 1 inspections. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. The service information describes procedures for repetitive external sliding probe eddy current (EC) and external spot-probe-medium-frequency EC inspections for cracking of the crown skin panel, repair, a preventive modification, and replacement of the crown skin panel. 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. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to comment on the NPRM. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Support for the NPRM FedEx provided comments that support the intent of the NPRM. FedEx also stated that the inspection area is within the affected area of its passenger-to-freighter modification per supplemental type certificate (STC) ST03562AT. FedEx noted that ST Aerospace will apply for an alternative method of compliance (AMOC). Request To Reduce the Compliance Threshold for Zone 1 Inspections Boeing asked that we change paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD to reduce the compliance threshold for the Zone 1 inspections from 18,000 to 15,000 total flight cycles. Boeing stated that a grace period could be provided for airplanes that have exceeded 15,000 total flight cycles. Boeing noted that an operator reported a crack finding in Zone 1 that occurred on an airplane with 15,722 total flight cycles. Boeing added that previous data supported the threshold of 18,000 flight cycles, but this new finding supports the 15,000 total flight cycle threshold. Boeing stated that since FAA letter 120S14-181, dated March 26, 2014 (which extends the compliance times specified in AD 2011-01- 15), and Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015 (which specifies the 18,000 flight- cycle compliance time), were released, some operators may have suspended or delayed inspections beyond 15,000 total flight cycles and up to 18,000 total flight cycles. Boeing added that a short grace period of 200 flight cycles or 90 days (which is similar to the grace period in AD 2011-01-15) should be applied for [[Page 21148]] the initial inspection for airplanes on which the 15,000 total flight cycle threshold has been exceeded. We agree with the commenter's request to reduce the compliance threshold for the Zone 1 inspections from 18,000 to 15,000 total flight cycles, for the reasons provided. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, has been issued to reduce the compliance time for the Zone 1 inspections. We have changed the compliance time specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this proposed AD and added a new paragraph (h) to this proposed AD to specify the reduced compliance times. Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the STC ST01518SE does not affect compliance with the actions specified in the NPRM. We agree with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) as (c)(1) and added a new paragraph (c)(2) to this proposed AD to state that installation of STC ST01518SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the proposed actions. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01518SE is installed, a ``change in product'' AMOC approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. Request To Remove Certain Duplicate Language European Air Transport Leipzig GmbH and DHL Air Ltd. asked that we remove all duplicated data from the NPRM, and only refer to the compliance tables specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. The commenters stated that the compliance information is contained in detail in the referenced service information, and is repeated in the NPRM without benefit of clarification. The commenters added that the stringers identified for inspection in paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of the proposed AD are incorrect, and should refer to inspection Zone 3 containing stringers S-3L, S-2L, S-1, S-2R, and S-3R. We partially agree with the commenters' request. We agree to revise this proposed AD for clarity but we do not agree to remove all of the details for the required actions in this proposed AD. The stringers identified for inspection in paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of the proposed AD are correct, as specified in the referenced service information. However, paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) should have specified between stringers S-3L to S-3R instead of ``at stringers S-3L and S-3R.'' Since the stringer location is clear in the service information, we have removed the reference to the stringers in paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of this proposed AD. Instead, we have added a reference to the Zone 3 areas of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Request To Clarify Zone 1 Inspection Language Boeing and United Airlines (UA) asked that we clarify the inspection language specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of the proposed AD. Boeing asked that we include ``Zone 1 areas'' and ``as applicable'' in the description. UA stated that it appears that the inspections are for ``Zone 1 areas.'' Boeing stated that the Zone 1 areas are clearly delineated in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. We agree with the commenters' request for the reason provided. As stated previously, this proposed AD cites Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. We have clarified the inspection language in paragraph (g)(1) of this proposed AD. We have also clarified similar inspection language in paragraph (g)(2) of this proposed AD. Request To Clarify Optional Terminating Action UA asked that we clarify the optional terminating action in paragraph (j)(2) of the proposed AD, to eliminate the need for a new AMOC as terminating action for the inspections after replacing the crown skin panel using a method approved in accordance with paragraph (m) of the proposed AD. UA noted that Note (c) of Table 1, Note (b) of Table 2, and Note (b) of Table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015, stipulate that the skin replacement itself is considered terminating action to all inspections done in accordance with the referenced service information. UA added that this is based on the fact that the skin chem-mill process defect should not be present in the new skin. UA noted that this method of skin replacement is not part of the safety consideration, and should not require a new AMOC. We agree with the commenter's request. We have clarified paragraph (k)(2) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (j)(2) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) to add replacing the crown skin panel in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, or using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (n) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (m) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)), terminates the inspections. Request To Address the Possibility That Cracking May Have Been Found During Inspections Required by AD 2011-01-15 Boeing asked that we include the possibility that cracking may have been found during the inspections required by paragraph (g) of AD 2011- 01-15 in the provisional requirements of paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM). Boeing recommended including a reference to paragraph (g) of AD 2011-01-15 as follows: ``For airplanes on which any crack is found during any inspections required by Paragraph (g)(1) of this AD or previously per AD 2011-01-15, Paragraph (g); or any repair . . . .'' Boeing added that to exclude this language could lead operators to infer that it precludes previous findings from inclusion in the provisional statement. We acknowledge the commenter's concerns. As of the effective date of the final rule following this SNPRM, AD 2011-01-15 will no longer exist since it will be superseded by the new AD. For this reason, we do not typically refer to a superseded AD in a new AD requirement. However, paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of this proposed AD do include findings from paragraph (g) of AD 2011-01-15. Paragraph (h) of AD 2011- 01-15 states that a repair must be done before further flight if any crack is found. Therefore, for any crack found before the effective date of the final rule, the crack should already have been repaired. Paragraph (g)(2) of this proposed AD states ``. . . or any repair is installed that covers any portion of the Zone 1 inspection area . . .'' and that statement covers the crack findings in AD 2011-01-15. In addition, paragraph (m) of this proposed AD provides credit for Zone 1 inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of this proposed AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of the final rule using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, dated November 22, 2010; Revision 1, dated January 6, 2011; or Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. We [[Page 21149]] have not changed this proposed AD in this regard. Request To Include Credit for Previous Inspections Boeing and UA asked that a new paragraph (l)(3) be added to the proposed AD to provide credit for previous inspections done using previous revisions of the referenced service information to accomplish the inspections in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. Those inspections were approved as an AMOC to AD 2011-01-15. We do not agree with the commenter's request. It is not necessary to include credit for inspections that were done using previous revisions of the referenced service information, because credit for those inspections is already provided in paragraph (m) of this proposed AD. Therefore, we have not changed this proposed AD in this regard. Request To Include Credit for Previously Approved Repairs UA asked that we include credit language in this proposed AD for inspecting previously approved repairs, as specified in Note (a) of Table 1, Note (c) of Table 2, and Note (c) of Table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757- 53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. UA stated that including this credit would avoid unnecessary work stoppage and minimize future AMOC requests for repairs which meet these criteria. We agree that operators are allowed credit for inspecting previously approved repairs, as specified in the notes in Tables 1, 2, and 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. However, we do not agree that the language in those notes should be added to this proposed AD because Parts 1, 2, and 3 of the Work Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, also include those credit notes. This proposed AD requires accomplishing the specified actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions, which includes those notes in the Work Instructions; therefore, operators are given credit. We have not changed this proposed AD in this regard. Request To Clarify Certain Inspection Areas Boeing and UA asked that we clarify the inspection area in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and (g)(2)(ii) of the proposed AD to include the Zone 2 areas, and also that we clarify the inspection area in paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of the proposed AD to include the Zone 3 areas. Boeing and UA stated that the zones are identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. We agree with the commenters' requests for the reason provided. As stated previously, this proposed AD cites Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. We have clarified the inspection language in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and (g)(2)(ii), and (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii), of this proposed AD to include the Zone 2 and Zone 3 areas, respectively. Request To Clarify Sections in Service Information With Inspection Instructions Boeing asked that we change paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD to clarify that the inspections should be done using the instructions specified in Part 1 or Part 2 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. Boeing stated that this clarification would avoid confusion. We agree with the commenter's request for the reason provided. We have clarified paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(1)(i), and (g)(1)(ii) of this proposed AD to include doing the inspection as specified in Part 1 or Part 2 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Boeing and UA asked that we change paragraph (g)(2) of the proposed AD to clarify that the Zone 2 inspections should be done using the instructions specified in Part 4 or Part 5 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. Boeing stated that those areas are clearly identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015, and should be included for clarity. We agree with the commenter's request for the reason provided. We have clarified paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(2)(i), and (g)(2)(ii) of this proposed AD to include doing the Zone 2 inspections as specified in Part 4 or Part 5 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Boeing and UA asked that we change paragraph (g)(3) of the proposed AD to clarify that the Zone 3 inspections should be done using the instructions specified in Part 6 or Part 7 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. Boeing and UA stated that those areas are clearly identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015, and should be included for clarity. We agree with the commenters' request for the reason provided. We have clarified paragraphs (g)(3), (g)(3)(i), and (g)(3)(ii) of this proposed AD to include doing the Zone 3 inspections as specified in Part 6 or Part 7 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. The reference to Part 6 and Part 7 also applies to the repetitive inspections. Request To Clarify Inspection Language Boeing asked that we clarify the inspection language in paragraph (j)(1) of the proposed AD to better describe the inspections required when doing the preventative modification. Boeing stated that it should specify doing high frequency eddy current open-hole inspections for cracking in existing fastener holes. Boeing noted that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015, clearly specifies using an open-hole inspection, and added that if this inspection is not defined it would permit operators to do a surface inspection around the fasteners, which is not sufficient to ensure there is no cracking in the fastener holes. Boeing also asked that we change the paragraph identifier at the end of paragraph (j)(1) of the proposed AD from (g) to (g)(1) since the referenced inspection is actually required by paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD. Boeing also asked that we change that paragraph identifier in paragraphs (l)(1) and (l)(2) of the proposed AD. Boeing stated that paragraph (g) of the proposed AD merely refers to the inspection paragraphs. We agree with the commenter's requests for the reasons provided. We have clarified the inspection language in paragraph (k)(1) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (j)(1) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) to include ``. . . open-hole inspections for cracking in existing fastener holes.'' We have also changed the paragraph identifiers in paragraphs (k)(1) and (m) of this proposed AD (which were referred to as paragraphs (j)(1), (l)(1), and (l)(2) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) to specify paragraph (g)(1) of this proposed AD accordingly. Request To Clarify the Repair Area Boeing asked that we change paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD to clarify that the repair can cover ``any portion'' of the Zone 1 [[Page 21150]] area, and asked that the description be changed to include those words. Boeing stated that currently the inspection area specified in those paragraphs could be interpreted as a repair that would need to cover the entire Zone 1 inspection area; however, operators typically install local repairs in areas where cracks are found. We agree with the commenter's request for the reason provided. We have clarified paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of this proposed AD to include the words ``any portion'' of the Zone 1 repair area to be inspected. Request To Clarify the Description of the Preventative Modification Boeing asked that we change paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD to clarify that ``any preventative modification'' is actually ``the optional Zone 1 preventative modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) of the NPRM.'' Boeing stated that there is only one specific preventative modification specified in the referenced service information that necessitates the inspections in paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD. We agree with the commenter's request for the reason provided. We have clarified paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of this proposed AD to include the language provided by the commenter. Request To Clarify Exceptions Boeing asked that we change paragraph (k)(3) of the proposed AD to clarify that the exception covers cracking found during any inspection required by paragraph (h) or (j)(1) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM). Boeing stated repairing any crack found during the inspection before installation of the preventative modification in paragraph (h) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) should also be an exception. We do not agree with the commenter's request. Paragraph (j) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (i) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) already specifies repairing any cracking found during any inspection required by paragraph (i) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (h) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)), as well as inspections required by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this proposed AD. Paragraph (k)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) was intended to address cracking found during the preventative modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM). For clarity in this proposed AD, we have added the corrective action for cracking found during the inspection specified in paragraph (k)(1) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (j)(1) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) into paragraph (k)(1) of this proposed AD. We have also removed paragraph (k)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) from this proposed AD. Request To Clarify Certain AMOC Language Two commenters requested that we clarify whether existing AMOCs are approved. UA asked that paragraph (m)(4) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) be changed to clarify that repairs approved previously as AMOCs to AD 2011-01-15 require no further evaluation or approval. UA stated that operators were required to repair any finding with a repair that included an AMOC to AD 2011-01-15. UA stated that the current language in paragraph (m)(4) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) would invalidate all such AMOCs, forcing operators to submit new requests for approval for each previously approved repair. In addition, UA asked that we include a new paragraph (l)(3) to provide credit for inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) that were approved as an AMOC to AD 2011-01-15. Boeing asked if paragraph (m)(4) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) meant that new AMOCs are needed for all AMOCs to AD 2011-01-15. Boeing asked that credit be given for inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) that were approved as an AMOC to AD 2011-01-15 in Boeing Alternative Method of Compliance Notice 757-53- 0097-AMOC-01, dated March 28, 2011, and stated in FAA letter 120S-11- 13, dated January 19, 2011. Boeing stated that the AMOC allowed a longer interval for the inspections that are now incorporated in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. Boeing also noted that Boeing Alternative Method of Compliance Notice 757-53-0097 AMOC 03, dated March 28, 2014, should be rescinded since new data shows that a 15,000 total flight cycle threshold is appropriate instead of 18,000 total flight cycles. We agree that clarification is necessary. Although paragraph (m)(4) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) specified that AMOCs approved for AD 2011-01-15, are not approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraph (g) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM); after further review we have determined those AMOCs should continue to be approved, except as of the effective date of this proposed AD, AMOCs that extend the initial compliance times specified in AD 2011-01-15 are no longer approved for the compliance time extension and instead, the compliance times required by this proposed AD must be complied with. Boeing Alternative Method of Compliance Notice 757-53-0097 AMOC 03, dated March 28, 2014, extended the initial compliance times specified in AD 2011-01-15, and as stated previously, we have received new data that does not justify the extended compliance times. We have changed paragraph (n)(4) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (m)(4) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) accordingly. Boeing asked that paragraph (m)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) be changed from ``For a repair method to be approved the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must specifically refer to this AD'' to ``For a repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation to be approved the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must specifically refer to this AD.'' Boeing stated that this approval needs to specify not only for a repair method to be approved, but also for modification and alteration deviations to be approved, they must meet type certification. We agree that some clarification is necessary. We have clarified paragraph (n)(3) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (m)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) as follows: ``An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD.'' Request To Correct Typographical Error Boeing asked that we change the punctuation following the word ``repair'' in the first sentence of paragraph (m)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM) from a period to a comma. Boeing noted that this is a punctuation error. We agree with the commenter's request and have corrected the [[Page 21151]] punctuation in paragraph (n)(3) of this proposed AD (which was referred to as paragraph (m)(3) of the proposed AD (in the NPRM)) accordingly. Concerns About Correcting Unsafe Condition A commenter, Jonathan Fortune, stated that it is imperative that any potentially catastrophic structural issues identified in any airplanes be promptly corrected. Mr. Fortune added that repair costs are greatly outweighed by the potential marketing and industry disaster that would occur if these airplanes crashed. Mr. Fortune noted that Boeing should not be able to operate these airplanes without addressing these issues. Mr. Fortune stated that he is willing to pay for increased air travel costs in order to get the sense of safety established through compliance with this regulation. We acknowledge and appreciate the commenter's concerns. The FAA works to ensure that all unsafe conditions are addressed in a timely manner in accordance with FAA risk management policies that are designed to promote aviation safety. FAA's Determination We are proposing 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. Certain changes described above expand the scope of the NPRM. As a result, we have determined that it is necessary to reopen the comment period to provide additional opportunity for the public to comment on this SNPRM. Proposed Requirements of This SNPRM This SNPRM would require accomplishing the actions specified in the service information described previously. For information on the procedures and compliance times, see this service information at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016- 3697. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 652 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections (Zone 1) 2 work-hour x $85 per $0...................... $170 per $110,840 per [Retained actions from AD hour = $170 per inspection inspection 2011-01-15]. inspection cycle. cycle. cycle. Inspections (Zones 2 and 3) Up to 4 work-hours x $0...................... Up to $340 per Up to $221,680 [new proposed action]. $85 per hour = Up to inspection per inspection $340 per inspection cycle. cycle. cycle. Optional modification........ Up to 615 work-hours Up to $26,496........... Up to $78,771.. Up to x $85 per hour = Up $51,358,692. to $52,275. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide a cost estimate for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed AD. We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide a cost estimate for the optional replacement specified in this proposed AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011-01-15, Amendment 39-16572 (76 FR 1351, January 10, 2011), and adding the following new AD. The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2016-3697; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-143-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by June 19, 2017. [[Page 21152]] (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2011-01-15, Amendment 39-16572 (76 FR 1351, January 10, 2011) (``AD 2011-01-15''). (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 757-200 and -300 series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01518SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgSTC.nsf/0/38B606833BBD98B386257FAA00602538?OpenDocument&Highlight=st01518se) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01518SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of the initiation of fatigue cracking in the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel along locally thinned channels adjacent to the chem-milled steps. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel, which could result in pressure venting and consequent rapid decompression of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections Do the applicable inspections required by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD. (1) For all airplanes: Within the compliance time specified in paragraph (h) of this AD, do the Zone 1 inspection specified in paragraph (g)(1)(i) or (g)(1)(ii) of this AD. Repeat the applicable Part 1 or Part 2 inspection thereafter at the applicable times specified in table 1 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Accomplishing the preventative modification specified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD or the replacement specified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD terminates the inspections required by this paragraph. (i) Do an external sliding probe eddy current (EC) inspection for cracking of the crown skin panel in the applicable Zone 1 areas specified in, and in accordance with, Part 1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (ii) Do an external spot-probe-medium-frequency EC inspection for cracking of the crown skin panel in the applicable Zone 1 areas specified in, and in accordance with Part 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (2) For airplanes on which any crack is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD; or any repair is installed that covers any portion of the Zone 1 inspection area specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016; or the optional Zone 1 preventative modification specified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD is installed: At the applicable time specified in table 2 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, except as required by paragraph (l)(1) of this AD: Do the Zone 2 inspection specified in paragraph (g)(2)(i) or (g)(2)(ii) of this AD. Repeat the applicable Part 4 or Part 5 inspection thereafter at the applicable times specified in table 2 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Accomplishing the replacement specified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD terminates the inspections required by this paragraph. (i) Do an external sliding probe EC inspection for cracking of the crown skin panel in the applicable Zone 2 areas specified in, and in accordance with, Part 4 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (ii) Do an external spot-probe-medium-frequency EC inspection for cracking of the crown skin panel in the applicable Zone 2 areas specified in, and in accordance with, Part 5 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (3) For airplanes on which any crack is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD; or any repair is installed that covers any portion of the Zone 1 inspection area specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016; or the optional Zone 1 preventative modification specified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD is installed: At the applicable time specified in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, except as required by paragraph (l)(1) of this AD, do the Zone 3 inspection specified in paragraph (g)(3)(i) or (g)(3)(ii) of this AD. Repeat the applicable Part 6 or Part 7 inspection thereafter at the applicable times specified in table 3 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Accomplishing the replacement specified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD terminates the inspections required by this paragraph. (i) Do an external sliding probe EC inspection for cracking of the crown skin panel in the applicable Zone 3 areas specified in, and in accordance with, Part 6 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (ii) Do an external spot-probe-medium-frequency EC inspection for cracking of the crown skin panel in the applicable Zone 3 areas, specified in, and in accordance with, Part 7 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (h) Initial Compliance Time for Inspection Required by Paragraph (g)(1) of This AD Within the applicable compliance times specified in paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), (h)(3), and (h)(4) of this AD, whichever occurs latest: Do the initial inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. (1) For all airplanes: Before the accumulation of 15,000 total flight cycles. (2) For airplanes on which an external sliding probe EC inspection for Zone 1, as specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, has been done as of the effective date of this AD: Within 620 flight cycles after accomplishing the most recent external sliding probe EC inspection for Zone 1. (3) For airplanes on which an external spot-probe-medium- frequency EC inspection for Zone 1, as specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, has been done as of the effective date of this AD: Within 200 flight cycles after accomplishing the most recent external spot-probe-medium-frequency EC inspection for Zone 1. (4) For all airplanes: Within 200 flight cycles or 90 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first. (i) Post-Preventive Modification Supplemental Inspections For airplanes on which a preventive modification has been installed as specified in Part 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016: At the applicable time specified in table 4 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016; do eddy current and detailed inspections for cracking of the applicable areas of the fuselage skin of the doublers, triplers, and fillers of the preventive modification, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. Repeat the inspection thereafter at the applicable times specified in table 4 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016. (j) Repair If any cracking is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), or (i) of this AD, repair before further flight using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (n) of this AD. Doing the repair ends the repetitive inspections for the repaired area only. [[Page 21153]] (k) Optional Terminating Actions (1) Accomplishing the preventative modification, including doing high frequency EC open-hole inspections for cracking in the existing fastener holes, in accordance with Part 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53- 0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, except as required by paragraph (l)(2) of this AD, terminates the inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, provided the preventative modification is done before further flight after accomplishing an inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. If any cracking is found during any high frequency EC open-hole inspection, before further flight, repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (n) of this AD. (2) Replacing the crown skin panel between station (STA) 297 and STA 439, and stringers S-4L and S-4R, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, or using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (n) of this AD, terminates the inspections required by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD. (l) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications and Preventative Modification (1) Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, specifies a compliance time ``after the Revision 2 date of this service bulletin,'' or ``after the Revision 3 date of this service bulletin,'' this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. (2) Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, specifies to contact Boeing for repair instructions: Before further flight, repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (n) of this AD. (m) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for Zone 1 inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, dated November 22, 2010 (which was incorporated by reference in AD 2011-01-15); Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 1, dated January 6, 2011; or Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 757-53-0097, Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. (n) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 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 manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (o)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) 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. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) AMOCs approved for AD 2011-01-15 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraph (g) of this AD; except, as of the effective date of this AD, AMOCs that extend the initial compliance times specified in AD 2011-01-15 are no longer approved for the compliance time extension and the compliance times required by this AD must be complied with. (5) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs (n)(5)(i) and (n)(5)(ii) apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (o) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Eric Schrieber, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120L, FAA, Los Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627- 5348; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; telephone 562-797-1717; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 7, 2017. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-07938 Filed 5-4-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (c) OF THIS AD—GEARBOX S/NS
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00327 00396 00432 00459 00481 00564 00688 00697 00884
00923 00957 01019 01048 01081 01082 01106 01125 01236
01237 01241 01245 01288 01311 01314 01351 01357 01361
01388 01418 01427 01487 01529 01534 01561 01598 01634
01655 01704 01711 01755 01762 01786 01844 01881 01883
01884 01887 01891 01893 01904 01928 01933 01935 01951
01977 01978 01986 02026 02040 02041 02127 02141 02167
02189 02228 02289 02298 02304 02314 02316 02354 02432
(d) Subject (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) (AMOCs)
Code 8510, Reciprocating Engine Front The Manager, Engine Certification Office, Federal Aviation Administration
Section. FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to 14 CFR Part 39
(e) Reason
make your request. You may email your [Docket No. FAA–2016–3697; Directorate
This AD was prompted by a loss of engine request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov. Identifier 2015–NM–143–AD]
power in flight caused by oil leaking from the
gearbox radial shaft sealing ring that (i) Related Information RIN 2120–AA64
contaminated the clutch. We are proposing (1) For more information about this AD,
this AD to prevent failure of the clutch, loss contact Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
of engine power in flight, and reduced Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Company Airplanes
control of the airplane. Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238– Administration (FAA), DOT.
(f) Compliance
7754; fax: 781–238–7199; email: ACTION: Supplemental notice of
(1) Comply with this AD within the robert.green@faa.gov.
compliance times specified, unless already proposed rulemaking (SNPRM);
(2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
done. reopening of comment period.
Safety Agency AD 2017–0034, dated
(2) Within 55 flight hours after the effective February 20, 2017, for more information. You SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier
date of this AD: may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on proposed airworthiness directive (AD)
(i) Replace the clutch with a dual mass the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by that proposed to supersede AD 2011–
flywheel. Use Technify Motors Service searching for and locating it in Docket No.
Bulletin (SB) No. SB TMG 125–1020 P1,
01–15, which applies to certain The
FAA–2017–0241. Boeing Company Model 757–200,
Initial Issue, dated January 27, 2016, to do (3) Technify Motors GmbH Service Bulletin
the replacement. –200CB, and –300 series airplanes. AD
SB No. SB TMG 125–1020 P1, Initial Issue, 2011–01–15 requires repetitive
(ii) Install a start phase monitoring system
dated January 27, 2016, can be obtained from inspections for cracking of the fuselage
and software mapping in accordance with the
Technify Motors GmbH using the contact skin of the crown skin panel along the
requirements of FAA AD 2015–21–01 (80 FR
information in paragraph (i)(4) of this AD. chem-milled step at certain stringers,
64314, October 23, 2015); and
(4) For service information identified in and repair, if necessary. This action
(iii) Inspect the rear radial shaft sealing
this proposed AD, contact Technify Motors revises the notice of proposed
ring on the gearbox for oil leakage in
GmbH, Platanenstrasse 14, D–09356 Sankt rulemaking (NPRM) by reducing the
accordance with Figures 2 and 3 of Technify
Egidien, Germany; phone: +49 37204 696 0; compliance time for certain inspections.
Motors SB No. SB TMG 125–1020 P1, Initial
fax: +49 37204 696 29125; email: info@
Issue, dated January 27, 2016. If an oil leak We are proposing this AD to address the
centurion-engines.com.
is detected, replace the gearbox with a part unsafe condition on these products.
eligible for installation before the next flight. (5) You may view this service information
Since these actions impose an
at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
(g) Installation Prohibition additional burden over that proposed in
1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
the NPRM, we are reopening the
After the effective date of this AD: information on the availability of this
comment period to allow the public the
(1) Do not install an engine that is material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
chance to comment on these proposed
equipped with a clutch and has an affected Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on changes.
gearbox listed in Figure 1 to paragraph (c) of April 28, 2017. DATES: We must receive comments on
jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
this AD;
Robert J. Ganley, this SNPRM by June 19, 2017.
(2) Do not install an affected gearbox on an
engine unless it has passed the inspection Acting Manager, Engine & Propeller ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
required by paragraph (f)(2)(iii) of this AD; Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. using the procedures found in 14 CFR
and [FR Doc. 2017–09040 Filed 5–4–17; 8:45 am] 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
(3) Do not install a clutch on an engine BILLING CODE 4910–13–P methods:
previously modified in accordance with the • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
requirements of paragraph (f)(2) of this AD or http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
already incorporating a dual mass flywheel. instructions for submitting comments.
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punctuation in paragraph (n)(3) of this increased air travel costs in order to get period to provide additional
proposed AD (which was referred to as the sense of safety established through opportunity for the public to comment
paragraph (m)(3) of the proposed AD (in compliance with this regulation. on this SNPRM.
the NPRM)) accordingly. We acknowledge and appreciate the
commenter’s concerns. The FAA works Proposed Requirements of This SNPRM
Concerns About Correcting Unsafe to ensure that all unsafe conditions are This SNPRM would require
Condition addressed in a timely manner in accomplishing the actions specified in
accordance with FAA risk management the service information described
A commenter, Jonathan Fortune,
policies that are designed to promote previously. For information on the
stated that it is imperative that any aviation safety.
potentially catastrophic structural issues procedures and compliance times, see
identified in any airplanes be promptly FAA’s Determination this service information at http://
corrected. Mr. Fortune added that repair www.regulations.gov by searching for
We are proposing this AD because we
costs are greatly outweighed by the and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
evaluated all the relevant information
potential marketing and industry 3697.
and determined the unsafe condition
disaster that would occur if these described previously is likely to exist or Costs of Compliance
airplanes crashed. Mr. Fortune noted develop in other products of the same
that Boeing should not be able to type design. Certain changes described We estimate that this proposed AD
operate these airplanes without above expand the scope of the NPRM. affects 652 airplanes of U.S. registry.
addressing these issues. Mr. Fortune As a result, we have determined that it We estimate the following costs to
stated that he is willing to pay for is necessary to reopen the comment comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspections (Zone 1) 2 work-hour × $85 per hour = $170 per in- $0 .......................... $170 per inspection $110,840 per inspection
[Retained actions spection cycle. cycle. cycle.
from AD 2011–01–
15].
Inspections (Zones 2 Up to 4 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $0 .......................... Up to $340 per in- Up to $221,680 per in-
and 3) [new pro- $340 per inspection cycle. spection cycle. spection cycle.
posed action].
Optional modification Up to 615 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up Up to $26,496 ....... Up to $78,771 ........... Up to $51,358,692.
to $52,275.
We have received no definitive data products identified in this rulemaking List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
that would enable us to provide a cost action.
estimate for the on-condition actions Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
specified in this proposed AD. Regulatory Findings safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
We have received no definitive data We determined that this proposed AD
that would enable us to provide a cost would not have federalism implications The Proposed Amendment
estimate for the optional replacement under Executive Order 13132. This
specified in this proposed AD. Accordingly, under the authority
proposed AD would not have a
delegated to me by the Administrator,
Authority for This Rulemaking substantial direct effect on the States, on
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
the relationship between the national 39 as follows:
Title 49 of the United States Code Government and the States, or on the
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue distribution of power and PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, responsibilities among the various DIRECTIVES
section 106, describes the authority of levels of government.
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: For the reasons discussed above, I ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
Aviation Programs’’ describes in more continues to read as follows:
certify this proposed regulation:
detail the scope of the Agency’s
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
authority.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, § 39.13 [Amended]
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: the DOT Regulatory Policies and
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26,
2011–01–15, Amendment 39–16572 (76
section, Congress charges the FAA with 1979),
jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
FR 1351, January 10, 2011), and adding
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation the following new AD.
air commerce by prescribing regulations in Alaska, and
for practices, methods, and procedures The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA–
the Administrator finds necessary for (4) Will not have a significant 2016–3697; Directorate Identifier 2015–
economic impact, positive or negative, NM–143–AD.
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority on a substantial number of small entities (a) Comments Due Date
because it addresses an unsafe condition under the criteria of the Regulatory We must receive comments by June 19,
that is likely to exist or develop on Flexibility Act. 2017.
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(k) Optional Terminating Actions be emailed to: 9-ANM-LAACO-AMOC- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
(1) Accomplishing the preventative Requests@faa.gov. SECURITY
modification, including doing high frequency (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
EC open-hole inspections for cracking in the notify your appropriate principal inspector, Coast Guard
existing fastener holes, in accordance with or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
Part 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
33 CFR Part 165
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin
757–53–0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable [Docket Number USCG–2017–0357]
2016, except as required by paragraph (l)(2) level of safety may be used for any repair,
modification, or alteration required by this RIN 1625–AA00
of this AD, terminates the inspections
required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, AD if it is approved by the Boeing
provided the preventative modification is Commercial Airplanes Organization Safety Zone; Potomac River, Newburg,
done before further flight after accomplishing Designation Authorization (ODA) that has MD
an inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
this AD. If any cracking is found during any ACO, to make those findings. To be
high frequency EC open-hole inspection, approved, the repair method, modification ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.
before further flight, repair using a method deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
approved in accordance with the procedures
The Coast Guard proposes to
SUMMARY:
the certification basis of the airplane, and the
specified in paragraph (n) of this AD. approval must specifically refer to this AD.establish a temporary safety zone for
(2) Replacing the crown skin panel (4) AMOCs approved for AD 2011–01–15 certain waters of the Potomac River.
between station (STA) 297 and STA 439, and are approved as AMOCs for the This action is necessary to provide for
stringers S–4L and S–4R, in accordance with corresponding provisions of paragraph (g) ofthe safety of life on navigable waters
the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing during a fireworks display in Charles
this AD; except, as of the effective date of this
Special Attention Service Bulletin 757–53– AD, AMOCs that extend the initial County near Newburg, MD, on June 17,
0097, Revision 3, dated December 2, 2016, or compliance times specified in AD 2011–01– 2017. This proposed rulemaking would
using a method approved in accordance with 15 are no longer approved for the complianceprohibit persons and vessels from
the procedures specified in paragraph (n) of time extension and the compliance times
this AD, terminates the inspections required entering the safety zone unless
required by this AD must be complied with.
by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this authorized by the Captain of the Port
(5) For service information that contains
AD. steps that are labeled as Required for Maryland-National Capital Region or a
Compliance (RC), the provisions of designated representative. We invite
(l) Exceptions to Service Information
paragraphs (n)(5)(i) and (n)(5)(ii) apply. your comments on this proposed
Specifications and Preventative Modification
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including rulemaking.
(1) Where Boeing Special Attention Service substeps under an RC step and any figures
Bulletin 757–53–0097, Revision 3, dated DATES: Comments and related material
identified in an RC step, must be done to
December 2, 2016, specifies a compliance must be received by the Coast Guard on
comply with the AD. An AMOC is required
time ‘‘after the Revision 2 date of this service for any deviations to RC steps, including or before June 5, 2017.
bulletin,’’ or ‘‘after the Revision 3 date of this substeps and identified figures. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
service bulletin,’’ this AD requires (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be identified by docket number USCG–
compliance within the specified compliance deviated from using accepted methods in 2017–0357 using the Federal
time after the effective date of this AD. accordance with the operator’s maintenance
(2) Where Boeing Special Attention Service
eRulemaking Portal at http://
or inspection program without obtaining www.regulations.gov. See the ‘‘Public
Bulletin 757–53–0097, Revision 3, dated
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, Participation and Request for
December 2, 2016, specifies to contact Boeing
including substeps and identified figures, can
Comments’’ portion of the
for repair instructions: Before further flight,
still be done as specified, and the airplane
repair using a method approved in SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section for
can be put back in an airworthy condition.
accordance with the procedures specified in further instructions on submitting
paragraph (n) of this AD. (o) Related Information comments.
(m) Credit for Previous Actions (1) For more information about this AD, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
contact Eric Schrieber, Aerospace Engineer, you have questions about this proposed
This paragraph provides credit for Zone 1
Airframe Branch, ANM–120L, FAA, Los
inspections required by paragraph (g)(1) of rulemaking, call or email Mr. Ronald
Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard,
this AD, if those actions were performed
Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627– Houck, Sector Maryland-National
before the effective date of this AD using Capital Region Waterways Management
5348; fax: 562–627–5210; email:
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin Division, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone
Eric.Schrieber@faa.gov.
757–53–0097, dated November 22, 2010
(2) For service information identified in 410–576–2674, email Ronald.L.Houck@
(which was incorporated by reference in AD
2011–01–15); Boeing Special Attention
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial uscg.mil.
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Service Bulletin 757–53–0097, Revision 1, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
dated January 6, 2011; or Boeing Special
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; I. Table of Abbreviations
Attention Service Bulletin 757–53–0097,
telephone 562–797–1717; Internet https://
Revision 2, dated July 28, 2015. CFR Code of Federal Regulations
www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this
(n) Alternative Methods of Compliance referenced service information at the FAA, COTP Captain of the Port
(AMOCs) Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind DHS Department of Homeland Security
Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information FR Federal Register
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft NPRM Notice of proposed rulemaking
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the on the availability of this material at the
jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS
FAA, call 425–227–1221. § Section
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if U.S.C. United States Code
requested using the procedures found in 14 Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 7,
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 2017. II. Background, Purpose, and Legal
send your request to your principal inspector Michael Kaszycki, Basis
or local Flight Standards District Office, as
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane On April 11, 2017, Gilligan’s Pier of
appropriate. If sending information directly
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. Newburg, MD, notified the Coast Guard
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in [FR Doc. 2017–07938 Filed 5–4–17; 8:45 am] that it will be conducting a short-
paragraph (o)(1) of this AD. Information may BILLING CODE 4910–13–P duration aerial fireworks display at 9
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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 | Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM); reopening of comment period. | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this SNPRM by June 19, 2017. | |
| Contact | Eric Schrieber, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120L, FAA, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5348; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 21146 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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