82 FR 24022 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 100 (May 25, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 100 (May 25, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-10339 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 100 (Thursday, May 25, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 24022-24025] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-10339] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-9438; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-109-AD; Amendment 39-18873; AD 2017-09-11] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of interruptions in the airstair door operation. This AD requires repetitive inspections and modification of the handrail hardware. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective June 29, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of June 29, 2017. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone 416-375-4000; fax 416-375-4539; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9438. 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- 9438; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, [[Page 24023]] U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Cesar A. Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7318; fax 516-794-5531. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 16, 2016 (81 FR 91058) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of interruptions in the airstair door operation. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections and modification of the handrail hardware. We are issuing this AD to ensure the ability to evacuate passengers through the airstair door in the event of an emergency. Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF- 2015-02, dated January 27, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ''the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8- 400, -401, and -402 airplanes. The MCAI states: A number of airstair door operation interruptions have been reported. In one case, the airstair door could not be opened. It was found that the airstair door handrail holder bracket was deformed and became lodged into the adjacent wardrobe bulkhead, which prevented the door from opening. On airstair doors with Jetway Compatible option, a deformed handrail holder bracket or a failure of the pin retainer bracket can interfere with the operation of the airstair door and prevent it from opening. The airstair door is classified as an emergency exit. The inability to open an emergency exit could impede evacuation in the event of an emergency. This [Canadian] AD mandates the repetitive inspection of airstair door handrail hardware, and the modification of the handrail stowage hardware. Required actions include applicable corrective actions (replacing or removing brackets, installing lanyards, adjusting pins, and adjusting affected parts of the assembly). You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9438. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We considered the comment received. The Air Line Pilots Association, International supported the NPRM. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Bombardier, Inc. issued Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. This service information describes procedures for a general visual inspection to detect deformities and cracks of the forward and aft handle holder brackets on the airstair handrail; a detailed visual inspection of the forward and aft pin retainer brackets for the condition of the lanyards and the pins; a check for unobstructed movement of the pin retainer brackets; and rework of the airstair door handrail to prevent damage to the bulkhead and to prevent the door from jamming once the handrails are stowed. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 82 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Repetitive inspections.......... 1 work-hour x $85 per $0 $85 per inspection $6,970 per hour = $85 per cycle. inspection cycle. inspection cycle. Modification.................... 3 work-hours x $85 per 1,556 $1,811............. $148,502. hour = $255. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this 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 AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, [[Page 24024]] 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): 2017-09-11 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-18873; Docket No. FAA- 2016-9438; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-109-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective June 29, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400, -401, and - 402 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 4001 through 4473 inclusive, equipped with Bombardier ModSum 4-422100 or ModSum 4-458687 (Jetway Compatible Passenger Airstair Door). (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 52, Doors. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of interruptions in the airstair door operation, including one case where the door would not open. The airstair door is classified as an emergency exit. We are issuing this AD to ensure the ability to evacuate passengers through the airstair door in the event of an emergency. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections of the Forward and Aft Handle Holder Brackets and Forward and Aft Pin Retainer Brackets, Repetitive Checks, and Corrective Actions Within 600 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, perform a general visual inspection of the forward and aft handle holder brackets for damage, such as visible cracks and deformation; a detailed visual inspection of the forward and aft pin retainer brackets to make sure that both lanyards are installed and to make sure that the head of each pin is installed correctly; a check of the pin retainer brackets for unobstructed movement; an operational check of the forward passenger door; and all applicable corrective actions; in accordance with PART A1 and PART A2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016, except as required by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspections and checks thereafter at intervals not to exceed 600 flight hours until the terminating action required by paragraph (h) of this AD is accomplished. (1) If one or both lanyards are missing, before further flight, install lanyards as specified in, and in accordance with PART A1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 84- 52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. (2) If a pin is not installed correctly, as specified in PART A1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016, before further flight, adjust the affected pin until it is installed correctly as specified in, and in accordance with, PART A1 of the Accomplishment Instructions Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. (3) If a pin retainer bracket does not rotate freely, before further flight, adjust affected parts of the assembly until the pin retainer bracket rotates freely as specified in, and in accordance with, PART A1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. (h) Terminating Action Within 6,000 flight hours or 36 months, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD: Incorporate Bombardier ModSum 4-903234 to modify the installed jetway compatible handrail stowage bracket, in accordance with PART A3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. Incorporating Bombardier ModSum 4-903234 terminates the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD. (i) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using the service information identified in paragraph (i)(1), (i)(2), or (i)(3) of this AD. (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, dated May 1, 2014. (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision A, dated November 18, 2014. (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision B, dated April 8, 2015. (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this 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 (k)(2) of this AD. 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. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE-170, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian A D CF-2015-02, dated January 27, 2015, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9438. (2) For more information about this AD, contact the Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228- 7300; fax 516-794-5531. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-52-79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone 416-375-4000; fax 416-375-4539; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. [[Page 24025]] Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 27, 2017. Paul Bernado, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-10339 Filed 5-24-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(b) Affected ADs deviation, or alteration deviation must meet DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
None. the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD. Federal Aviation Administration
(c) Applicability (4) For service information that contains
This AD applies to The Boeing Company steps that are labeled as Required for 14 CFR Part 39
Model 787–8 and 787–9 airplanes, Compliance (RC), the provisions of
certificated in any category, as identified in paragraphs (h)(4)(i) and (h)(4)(ii) of this AD [Docket No. FAA–2016–9438; Directorate
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787–81205– apply. Identifier 2016–NM–109–AD; Amendment
SB570029–00, Issue 001, dated February 23, (i) The steps labeled as RC, including 39–18873; AD 2017–09–11]
2016. substeps under an RC step and any figures
identified in an RC step, must be done to RIN 2120–AA64
(d) Subject
comply with the AD. If a step or sub-step is
Air Transport Association (ATA) of labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
America Code 57, Wings. requirement is removed from that step or Inc. Airplanes
(e) Unsafe Condition sub-step. An AMOC is required for any AGENCY: Federal Aviation
deviations to RC steps, including substeps
This AD was prompted by a report Administration (FAA), Department of
and identified figures.
indicating that a portion of the sealant above (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be Transportation (DOT).
the engine pylon between the wing skin and ACTION: Final rule.
deviated from using accepted methods in
the vapor barrier might have been omitted.
accordance with the operator’s maintenance
We are issuing this AD to detect and correct SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
or inspection program without obtaining
missing sealant above the engine pylon airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
between the wing skin and the vapor barrier,
which can create an unintended leak path for including substeps and identified figures, can Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC–8–400
fuel, potentially draining onto the aft fairing still be done as specified, and the airplane series airplanes. This AD was prompted
heat shield and onto hot engine parts or can be put back in an airworthy condition. by reports of interruptions in the airstair
brakes, which could lead to a major ground (i) Related Information door operation. This AD requires
fire.
For more information about this AD,
repetitive inspections and modification
(f) Compliance contact David Lee, Aerospace Engineer, of the handrail hardware. We are issuing
Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, Seattle ACO, this AD to address the unsafe condition
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA on these products.
done. 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6501; fax: 425– DATES: This AD is effective June 29,
917–6590; email: david.a.lee@faa.gov. 2017.
(g) Inspection and Corrective Actions
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference The Director of the Federal Register
Within 60 months after the effective date approved the incorporation by reference
of this AD: Do a general visual inspection for (1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD
missing sealant in the seam on the outside
and inside of the engine struts, in accordance (IBR) of the service information listed in this as of June 29, 2017.
with the Accomplishment Instructions of paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR ADDRESSES: For service information
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787–81205– part 51. identified in this final rule, contact
SB570029–00, Issue 001, dated February 23, (2) You must use this service information Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical
2016. Do all applicable corrective actions as applicable to do the actions required by Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard,
before further flight, in accordance with the this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada;
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787–
Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB570029–00, 81205–SB570029–00, Issue 001, dated telephone 416–375–4000; fax 416–375–
Issue 001, dated February 23, 2016. February 23, 2016. 4539; email thd.qseries@
(ii) Reserved. aero.bombardier.com; Internet http://
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance www.bombardier.com. You may view
(3) For service information identified in
(AMOCs)
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial this referenced service information at
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data the FAA, Transport Airplane
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
requested using the procedures found in 14
Renton, WA. For information on the
telephone 562–797–1717; Internet https:// availability of this material at the FAA,
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, www.myboeingfleet.com.
send your request to your principal inspector call 425–227–1221. It is also available
(4) You may view this service information
or local Flight Standards District Office, as at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, on the Internet at http://
appropriate. If sending information directly 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For www.regulations.gov by searching for
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the information on the availability of this and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
attention of the person identified in material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. 9438.
paragraph (i) of this AD. Information may be (5) You may view this service information
emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-
that is incorporated by reference at the
Examining the AD Docket
Requests@faa.gov.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
National Archives and Records You may examine the AD docket on
Administration (NARA). For information on the Internet at http://
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
the availability of this material at NARA, call www.regulations.gov by searching for
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
of the local flight standards district office/
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
certificate holding district office. 9438; or in person at the Docket
locations.html.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable Management Facility between 9 a.m.
level of safety may be used for any repair, Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 8, and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
modification, or alteration required by this 2017. except Federal holidays. The AD docket
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Michael Kaszycki,
Commercial Airplanes Organization
contains this AD, the regulatory
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane evaluation, any comments received, and
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. other information. The street address for
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
ACO, to make those findings. To be [FR Doc. 2017–10283 Filed 5–24–17; 8:45 am] the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
approved, the repair method, modification BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 5527) is Docket Management Facility,
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U.S. Department of Transportation, DHC–8–400, –401, and –402 airplanes. public interest require adopting this AD
Docket Operations, M–30, West The MCAI states: as proposed except for minor editorial
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, A number of airstair door operation changes. We have determined that these
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., interruptions have been reported. In one minor changes:
Washington, DC 20590. case, the airstair door could not be opened. • Are consistent with the intent that
It was found that the airstair door handrail was proposed in the NPRM for
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
holder bracket was deformed and became
Cesar A. Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, correcting the unsafe condition; and
lodged into the adjacent wardrobe bulkhead,
Airframe and Mechanical Systems which prevented the door from opening. • Do not add any additional burden
Branch, ANE–171, FAA, New York On airstair doors with Jetway Compatible upon the public than was already
Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600 option, a deformed handrail holder bracket or proposed in the NPRM.
Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, a failure of the pin retainer bracket can
NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7318; fax interfere with the operation of the airstair Related Service Information Under 1
516–794–5531. door and prevent it from opening. CFR Part 51
The airstair door is classified as an
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: emergency exit. The inability to open an Bombardier, Inc. issued Service
emergency exit could impede evacuation in Bulletin 84–52–79, Revision C, dated
Discussion the event of an emergency. February 2, 2016. This service
We issued a notice of proposed This [Canadian] AD mandates the information describes procedures for a
repetitive inspection of airstair door handrail general visual inspection to detect
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR hardware, and the modification of the
part 39 by adding an AD that would deformities and cracks of the forward
handrail stowage hardware.
apply to certain Bombardier, Inc. Model and aft handle holder brackets on the
DHC–8–400 series airplanes. The NPRM Required actions include applicable airstair handrail; a detailed visual
published in the Federal Register on corrective actions (replacing or inspection of the forward and aft pin
December 16, 2016 (81 FR 91058) (‘‘the removing brackets, installing lanyards, retainer brackets for the condition of the
NPRM’’). The NPRM was prompted by adjusting pins, and adjusting affected lanyards and the pins; a check for
reports of interruptions in the airstair parts of the assembly). You may unobstructed movement of the pin
door operation. The NPRM proposed to examine the MCAI in the AD docket on retainer brackets; and rework of the
require repetitive inspections and the Internet at http:// airstair door handrail to prevent damage
modification of the handrail hardware. www.regulations.gov by searching for to the bulkhead and to prevent the door
We are issuing this AD to ensure the and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– from jamming once the handrails are
9438. stowed. This service information is
ability to evacuate passengers through
the airstair door in the event of an Comments reasonably available because the
emergency. interested parties have access to it
We gave the public the opportunity to
Transport Canada Civil Aviation through their normal course of business
participate in developing this AD. We
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority or by the means identified in the
considered the comment received. The
for Canada, has issued Canadian ADDRESSES section.
Air Line Pilots Association,
Airworthiness Directive CF–2015–02, International supported the NPRM. Costs of Compliance
dated January 27, 2015 (referred to after
this as the Mandatory Continuing Conclusion We estimate that this AD affects 82
Airworthiness Information, or ’’the We reviewed the relevant data, airplanes of U.S. registry.
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition considered the comment received, and We estimate the following costs to
for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model determined that air safety and the comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Repetitive inspections .... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per inspection $0 $85 per inspection cycle $6,970 per inspection
cycle. cycle.
Modification .................... 3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 ................... 1,556 $1,811 ........................... $148,502.
We have received no definitive data General requirements.’’ Under that not have a substantial direct effect on
that will enable us to provide cost section, Congress charges the FAA with the States, on the relationship between
estimates for the on-condition actions promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in the national government and the States,
specified in this AD. air commerce by prescribing regulations or on the distribution of power and
for practices, methods, and procedures responsibilities among the various
Authority for This Rulemaking
the Administrator finds necessary for levels of government.
Title 49 of the United States Code safety in air commerce. This regulation For the reasons discussed above, I
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue is within the scope of that authority certify that this AD:
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, because it addresses an unsafe condition 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
section 106, describes the authority of that is likely to exist or develop on action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: products identified in this rulemaking 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more action. DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
detail the scope of the Agency’s (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
authority. Regulatory Findings 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
We are issuing this rulemaking under We determined that this AD will not Alaska; and
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, have federalism implications under 4. Will not have a significant
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Executive Order 13132. This AD will economic impact, positive or negative,
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on a substantial number of small entities brackets to make sure that both lanyards are in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
under the criteria of the Regulatory installed and to make sure that the head of 39.19, send your request to your principal
Flexibility Act. each pin is installed correctly; a check of the inspector or local Flight Standards District
pin retainer brackets for unobstructed Office, as appropriate. If sending information
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 movement; an operational check of the directly to the manager of the ACO, send it
forward passenger door; and all applicable to the attention of the person identified in
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation corrective actions; in accordance with PART
safety, Incorporation by reference, paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. Before using any
A1 and PART A2 of the Accomplishment approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
Safety. Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin principal inspector, or lacking a principal
84–52–79, Revision C, dated February 2,
Adoption of the Amendment 2016, except as required by paragraphs (g)(1),
inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding
Accordingly, under the authority (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight. district office.
delegated to me by the Administrator, (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Repeat the inspections and checks thereafter
at intervals not to exceed 600 flight hours requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
follows: actions from a manufacturer, the action must
until the terminating action required by
paragraph (h) of this AD is accomplished. be accomplished using a method approved
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170,
(1) If one or both lanyards are missing,
DIRECTIVES before further flight, install lanyards as FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation
specified in, and in accordance with PART (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
A1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of
continues to read as follows: Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–52–79, the DAO, the approval must include the
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. DAO-authorized signature.
(2) If a pin is not installed correctly, as
§ 39.13 [Amended] specified in PART A1 of the (k) Related Information
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
the following new airworthiness Service Bulletin 84–52–79, Revision C, dated Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian
February 2, 2016, before further flight, adjust A D CF–2015–02, dated January 27, 2015, for
directive (AD): the affected pin until it is installed correctly related information. This MCAI may be
2017–09–11 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment as specified in, and in accordance with, found in the AD docket on the Internet at
39–18873; Docket No. FAA–2016–9438; PART A1 of the Accomplishment http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–109–AD. Instructions Bombardier Service Bulletin 84– and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–9438.
52–79, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016. (2) For more information about this AD,
(a) Effective Date (3) If a pin retainer bracket does not rotate contact the Program Manager, Continuing
This AD is effective June 29, 2017. freely, before further flight, adjust affected Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO,
parts of the assembly until the pin retainer
(b) Affected ADs 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
bracket rotates freely as specified in, and in
None. NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7300; fax
accordance with, PART A1 of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier 516–794–5531.
(c) Applicability (3) Service information identified in this
Service Bulletin 84–52–79, Revision C, dated
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model February 2, 2016. AD that is not incorporated by reference is
DHC–8–400, –401, and –402 airplanes, available at the addresses specified in
certificated in any category, serial numbers (h) Terminating Action paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD.
4001 through 4473 inclusive, equipped with Within 6,000 flight hours or 36 months, (l) Material Incorporated by Reference
Bombardier ModSum 4–422100 or ModSum whichever occurs first, after the effective date
4–458687 (Jetway Compatible Passenger of this AD: Incorporate Bombardier ModSum (1) The Director of the Federal Register
Airstair Door). 4–903234 to modify the installed jetway approved the incorporation by reference
compatible handrail stowage bracket, in (IBR) of the service information listed in this
(d) Subject paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
accordance with PART A3 of the
Air Transport Association (ATA) of Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier part 51.
America Code 52, Doors. Service Bulletin 84–52–79, Revision C, dated (2) You must use this service information
(e) Reason February 2, 2016. Incorporating Bombardier as applicable to do the actions required by
ModSum 4–903234 terminates the actions this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
This AD was prompted by reports of required by paragraph (g) of this AD. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–52–79,
interruptions in the airstair door operation, Revision C, dated February 2, 2016.
including one case where the door would not (i) Credit for Previous Actions
(ii) Reserved.
open. The airstair door is classified as an This paragraph provides credit for actions (3) For service information identified in
emergency exit. We are issuing this AD to required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series
ensure the ability to evacuate passengers actions were performed before the effective Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard,
through the airstair door in the event of an date of this AD using the service information Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada;
emergency. identified in paragraph (i)(1), (i)(2), or (i)(3) telephone 416–375–4000; fax 416–375–4539;
of this AD. email thd.qseries@aero.bombardier.com;
(f) Compliance
(1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–52–79,
Comply with this AD within the Internet http://www.bombardier.com.
dated May 1, 2014.
compliance times specified, unless already (4) You may view this service information
(2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–52–79,
done. at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Revision A, dated November 18, 2014.
(3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–52–79, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
(g) Repetitive Inspections of the Forward information on the availability of this
Revision B, dated April 8, 2015.
and Aft Handle Holder Brackets and material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Forward and Aft Pin Retainer Brackets, (j) Other FAA AD Provisions (5) You may view this service information
Repetitive Checks, and Corrective Actions The following provisions also apply to this that is incorporated by reference at the
Within 600 flight hours after the effective AD: National Archives and Records
date of this AD, perform a general visual (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance Administration (NARA). For information on
inspection of the forward and aft handle (AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft the availability of this material at NARA, call
holder brackets for damage, such as visible Certification Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA, 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
cracks and deformation; a detailed visual has the authority to approve AMOCs for this www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
inspection of the forward and aft pin retainer AD, if requested using the procedures found locations.html.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 27, www.regulations.gov by searching for 1016) that is outside of the area affected
2017. and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– by the modification specified in
Paul Bernado, 8848; or in person at the Docket paragraph (g) of the proposed AD (S–4L
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Management Facility between 9 a.m. and S–4R, STA 360–STA 908).
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, We agree with the commenter.
[FR Doc. 2017–10339 Filed 5–24–17; 8:45 am] except Federal holidays. The AD docket Specifically, paragraphs (g) and (h) of
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P contains this AD, the regulatory AD 2015–16–08 apply to the
evaluation, any comments received, and modification area specified in this AD,
other information. The address for the but paragraphs (i), (j), and (k) of AD
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is 2015–16–08 do not. Therefore, we have
Docket Management Facility, U.S. revised paragraph (k) of this AD to
Federal Aviation Administration Department of Transportation, Docket remove reference to paragraphs (i), (j),
Operations, M–30, West Building and (k) of AD 2015–16–08.
14 CFR Part 39 Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
[Docket No. FAA–2016–8848; Directorate New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, of the Proposed Actions
Identifier 2016–NM–054–AD; Amendment DC 20590.
39–18895; AD 2017–10–21] FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
Jennifer Tsakoumakis, Aerospace accomplishing the supplemental type
RIN 2120–AA64 certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not
Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120L,
FAA, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification affect the actions specified in the
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing NPRM.
Company Airplanes Office (ACO), 3960 Paramount
We concur with the commenter. We
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137;
AGENCY: Federal Aviation have redesignated paragraph (c) of the
phone: 562–627–5264; fax: 562–627–
Administration (FAA), DOT. proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this
5210; email: jennifer.tsakoumakis@
AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this
ACTION: Final rule. faa.gov.
AD to state that installation of STC
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: ST01219SE does not affect the ability to
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Discussion accomplish the actions required by this
The Boeing Company Model 737–300, AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which
We issued a notice of proposed STC ST01219SE is installed, a ‘‘change
–400, and –500 series airplanes. This
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR in product’’ alternative method of
AD was prompted by an evaluation by
part 39 by adding an AD that would compliance (AMOC) approval request is
the design approval holder (DAH)
apply to certain The Boeing Company not necessary to comply with the
indicating that the fuselage skin is
Model 737–300, –400, and 0500 series requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
subject to widespread fatigue damage
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
(WFD). This AD requires modification Conclusion
Federal Register on August 30, 2016 (81
of the lap joint and repetitive
FR 59541) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM We reviewed the relevant data,
inspections for cracking of the skin at
was prompted by an evaluation by the considered the comments received, and
critical fastener rows. We are issuing
DAH indicating that the fuselage skin is determined that air safety and the
this AD to address the unsafe condition
subject to WFD. The NPRM proposed to public interest require adopting this AD
on these products.
require modification of the lap joint, with the changes described previously
DATES: This AD is effective June 29, including related investigative actions and minor editorial changes. We have
2017. and corrective actions if necessary. The determined that these minor changes:
The Director of the Federal Register NPRM also proposed to require • Are consistent with the intent that
approved the incorporation by reference repetitive post-modification inspections was proposed in the NPRM for
of a certain publication listed in this AD for cracking of the skin at critical correcting the unsafe condition; and
as of June 29, 2017. fastener rows, and corrective actions if • Do not add any additional burden
ADDRESSES: For service information necessary. We are issuing this AD to upon the public than was already
identified in this final rule, contact detect and correct cracks at the lap joint proposed in the NPRM.
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, skin that could link up and result in We also determined that these
Attention: Contractual & Data Services rapid decompression and loss of changes will not increase the economic
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC structural integrity of the airplane. burden on any operator or increase the
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; scope of this AD.
telephone: 562–797–1717; Internet: Comments
https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You Related Service Information Under 1
We gave the public the opportunity to
may view this referenced service CFR Part 51
participate in developing this AD. The
information at the FAA, Transport following presents the comments We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue received on the NPRM and the FAA’s Bulletin 737–53A1343, dated March 25,
SW., Renton, WA. For information on response to each comment. 2016. The service information describes
the availability of this material at the procedures for modification of the lap
Request To Remove Certain References joint, including related investigative
FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
in Terminating Action actions and corrective actions if
available on the Internet at http://
www.regulations.gov by searching for Boeing requested that we remove necessary. The service information also
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– certain references to AD 2015–16–08, describes procedures for post-
8848. Amendment 39–18233 (80 FR 51450, modification inspections for cracking of
August 25, 2015) (‘‘AD 2015–16–08’’). the skin at critical fastener rows, and
Examining the AD Docket Boeing pointed out that paragraphs (i), corrective actions if necessary. This
You may examine the AD docket on (j), and (k) of AD 2015–16–08 refer to a service information is reasonably
the Internet at http:// location (S–4R, Station (STA) 908–STA available because the interested parties
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective June 29, 2017. | |
| Contact | Cesar A. Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7318; fax 516-794-5531. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 24022 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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