82 FR 24262 - Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 101 (May 26, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 101 (May 26, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-10440 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 101 (Friday, May 26, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 24262-24264] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-10440] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2014-0433; Directorate Identifier 94-ANE-39-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to supersede airworthiness directive (AD) 2014-24- 08 that applies to all Rolls-Royce plc (RR) RB211-535E4-37, RB211- 535E4-B-37, and RB211-535E4-C-37 turbofan engines with certain low- pressure (LP) fuel filter-to-high-pressure (HP) fuel pump tube assemblies, or HP fuel pump-to-fuel flow governor (FFG) or FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies and flanged adaptor installed. AD 2014-24-08 requires replacing certain LP fuel filter-to- HP fuel pump tube assemblies. Since we issued AD 2014-24-08, fuel leaks have occurred at the flanged joints of the HP fuel pump-to-FFG tube assembly and FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assembly. This proposed AD would retain the original AD requirements and also require installation of new HP fuel pump-to-FFG and FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies and flanged adaptor. We are proposing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 10, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR [[Page 24263]] 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Rolls- Royce plc, Corporate Communications, P.O. Box 31, Derby, England, DE24 8BJ; phone: 011-44-1332-242424; fax: 011-44-1332-249936; email: http://www.rolls-royce.com/contact/civil_team.jsp; Internet: https://customers.rolls-royce.com/public/rollsroycecare. You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2014-0433. 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-2014- 0433; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness information, regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The 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: Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781- 238-7199; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this NPRM. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2014-0433; Directorate Identifier 94-ANE-39-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM 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 NPRM. Discussion On November 20, 2014, we issued AD 2014-24-08, Amendment 39-18041 (79 FR 71308, December 2, 2014), ``AD 2014-24-08,'' for all RB211- 535E4-37, RB211-535E4-B-37, and RB211-535E4-C-37 turbofan engines. AD 2014-24-08 expands the applicability to include the RB211-535E4-C-37 turbofan engine and requires removal from service of additional part number (P/N) LP fuel filter-to-HP fuel pump tube assemblies. AD 2014- 24-08 resulted from reports of fuel leaks that resulted in engine in- flight shutdowns. We issued AD 2014-24-08 to prevent loss of fuel supply to the engine, which could lead to the in-flight shutdown of one or more engines, loss of thrust control, and damage to the airplane. Actions Since AD 2014-24-08 Was Issued Since we issued AD 2014-24-08, fuel leaks have occurred at the flanged joints of the HP fuel pump-to-FFG and FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies. Also since we issued AD 2014-24-08, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued AD 2017-0006, dated January 10, 2017. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Rolls-Royce plc has issued Service Bulletin (SB) RB.211-73-G230, Revision 3, dated April 8, 2016. The SB describes a modification (mod 73-G230) and introduces new HP fuel pump-to-FFG and FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies with a larger O-ring groove on the end adaptor sealing face. RR has also issued Service Bulletin SB RB.211-73-H131, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2014. The SB introduces a new LP fuel filter-to-HP fuel pump tube assembly. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. FAA's Determination We are 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. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would retain the original AD requirements and also require installing new HP fuel pump-to-FFG or FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies and flanged adaptor. This proposed AD changes the compliance requirement for replacing the LP fuel filter-to- HP fuel pump tube assembly adding a not to exceed flight hour/flight cycle life limit, consistent with the EASA AD requirements. This proposed AD would also prohibit re-installation of earlier HP fuel pump-to-FFG and FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies, as well as LP fuel filter to HP pump tube assemblies, P/N AE709623-1. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 100 engines installed on 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement of fuel tube 8.5 work-hours x $85 per $17,800.00 $18,522.50 $1,852,250.00 assemblies. hour = $722.50. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 24264]] 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 have 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 that the 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 to the extent that it justifies making a regulatory distinction, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. 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) 2014-24-08, Amendment 39-18041 (79 FR 71308, December 2, 2014), and adding the following new AD: Rolls-Royce plc: Docket No. FAA-2014-0433; Directorate Identifier 94-ANE-39-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by July 10, 2017. (b) Affected ADs This AD supersedes AD 2014-24-08, Amendment 39-18041 (79 FR 71308, December 2, 2014). (c) Applicability This AD applies to all Rolls-Royce plc (RR) RB211-535E4-37, RB211-535E4-B-37, and RB211-535E4-C-37 turbofan engines with low- pressure (LP) fuel filter-to-high-pressure (HP) fuel pump tube assembly, part numbers (P/Ns) UL16692, AE709623-1, 163521538, or 163521545 installed; or HP fuel pump-to-fuel flow governor (FFG) P/N UL16691 or P/N UL37214; or FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assemblies P/N UL16690 or P/N UL37213; or flanged adaptor, P/N UL37218 installed. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7321, Fuel Control/ Turbine Engines. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of fuel leaks that have resulted in engine in-flight shutdowns. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of fuel supply to the engine, which could lead to the in-flight shutdown of one or more engines, loss of thrust control, and damage to the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions (1) After the effective date of this AD, replace LP fuel filter- to-HP fuel pump tube assembly, before the part exceeds 4,750 engine flight cycles (FC) or 15,000 flight hours (FH), since new, or during the next shop visit, whichever occurs first, using the Accomplishment Instructions of RR Service Bulletin (SB) RB.211-73- H131, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2014. (2) After the effective date of this AD, for affected engines with an HP fuel pump-to-FFG tube assembly or FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assembly, or flanged adaptor, installed, replace the parts concurrent with the actions specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if applicable, or during the next shop visit, using the Accomplishment Instructions of RR SB RB.211-73-G230, Revision 3, dated April 8, 2016. (h) Installation Prohibition After the effective date of this AD, do not install on any engine an LP fuel filter-to-HP fuel pump tube assembly, P/N UL16692, AE709623-1, 163521538, or 163521545; HP fuel pump-to-FFG tube assembly, P/N UL16691 or P/N UL37214, or FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return tube assembly, P/N UL16690 or UL37213; or flanged adaptor, P/N UL37218. (i) Definition For the purpose of this AD, a shop visit is the induction of an engine into the shop for maintenance or overhaul. The separation of engine flanges solely for the purpose of transporting the engine without subsequent engine maintenance does not constitute an engine shop visit. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) The Manager, Engine Certification Office, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make your request. You may email your request to: [email protected]. (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. (2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2017-0006, dated January 10, 2017, and EASA AD 2014-0123, dated May 15, 2014, for more information. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating it in Docket No. FAA-2014-0433. (3) RR SB RB.211-73-H131, Revision 1, dated September 2, 2014 and RR SB RB.211-73-G230, Revision 3, dated April 8, 2016, can be obtained from RR, using the contact information in paragraph (k)(4) of this AD. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Rolls-Royce plc, Corporate Communications, P.O. Box 31, Derby, England, DE24 8BJ; phone: 011-44-1332-242424; fax: 011-44-1332- 249936; email: http://www.rolls-royce.com/contact/civil_team.jsp; Internet: https://customers.rolls-royce.com/public/rollsroycecare. (5) You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on May 5, 2017. Robert J. Ganley, Acting Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-10440 Filed 5-25-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(b) Affected ADs April 12, 2016, or replace it with another (2) For B/E Aerospace, Inc. service
This AD replaces AD 2016–11–20, FAA-approved PBE installation. information identified in this AD, contact
Amendment 39–18547 (81 FR 37492, June B/E Aerospace, Inc., 10800 Pflumm Road,
(i) New Inspection for Airplanes With PBE,
10, 2016), (‘‘AD 2016–11–20’’). Commercial Aircraft Products Group, Lenexa,
P/N 119003–21, Installed
Kansas 66215; phone: (913) 338–9800; fax:
(c) Applicability Within 6 months after the effective date of (913) 338–8419; Internet:
This AD applies to B/E Aerospace this AD, inspect PBE, P/N 119003–21, to www.beaerospace.com. You may view this
determine if the S/N is within the range of referenced service information at the FAA,
Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE), part
004–14768M through 004–21093M or 004– Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust,
numbers (P/N) 119003–11 and 119003–21,
02393M through 004–03033M. Do this Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information
that are installed on airplanes.
inspection following paragraph III.A of the on the availability of this material at the
(d) Subject Accomplishment Instructions in B/E FAA, call (816) 329–4148.
Aerospace SB No. 119003–35–013, Rev. 001
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/ Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on May 3,
dated February 24, 2017.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America 2017.
Code 35; Oxygen. (j) New Replacement for Airplanes With Melvin Johnson,
PBE, P/N 119003–21, Installed
(e) Unsafe Condition Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate,
During the inspection required in Aircraft Certification Service.
AD 2016–11–20 was prompted by a report
paragraph (i) of this AD, if it is found that
of a PBE unit, P/N 119003–11, catching fire [FR Doc. 2017–10409 Filed 5–25–17; 8:45 am]
the PBE, P/N 119003–21, is within the S/N
upon activation by a crewmember. This AD BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
range specified in paragraph (i) of this AD,
was prompted by a report that PBE units, P/
before further flight or following existing
N 119003–21, within a certain serial number
MEL procedures, remove the PBE and replace
range are made with candle tube material DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
it with a PBE, P/N 119003–21, that does not
determined to have a low yield strength and have a S/N 004–14768M through 004–
may be volatile upon use or disposal. We are 21093M or 004–02393M through 004– Federal Aviation Administration
issuing this AD to correct the unsafe 03033M. Do this replacement following
condition on these products. paragraphs III.C., III.D.(4), III.D.(6), and 14 CFR Part 39
(f) Compliance III.D.(7) of the Accomplishment Instructions
in B/E Aerospace SB No. 119003–35–013, [Docket No. FAA–2014–0433; Directorate
Comply with this AD within the
Rev. 001, dated February 24, 2017, or replace Identifier 94–ANE–39–AD]
compliance times specified, unless already
it with another FAA-approved PBE
done.
installation. RIN 2120–AA64
(g) Inspection Retained From AD 2016–11– (k) Prohibited Installation
20 for Airplanes With PBE, P/N 119003–11, Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce
Installed As of the effective date of this AD, do not
install a PBE, P/N 119003–21, that has a
plc Turbofan Engines
Within 3 months after July 15, 2016 (the S/N within the range of 004–14768M through
effective date of AD 2016–11–20), while still AGENCY: Federal Aviation
004–21093M or 004–02393M through 004–
in the stowage box, physically inspect the Administration (FAA), DOT.
03033M.
PBE pouch to determine if it has an intact ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
vacuum seal. Do this inspection following (l) Credit for Actions Done Following (NPRM).
paragraph III.A.(1) of the Accomplishment Previous Service Information
Instructions in B/E Aerospace Service If you performed the inspection and SUMMARY: We propose to supersede
Bulletin No. 119003–35–011, Rev. 000, dated replacement action required in paragraphs (i) airworthiness directive (AD) 2014–24–
February 4, 2015. and (j) of this AD before the effective date of 08 that applies to all Rolls-Royce plc
(h) Replacement Retained From AD 2016– this AD using B/E Aerospace Service Bulletin (RR) RB211–535E4–37, RB211–535E4–
11–20 for Airplanes With PBE, P/N 119003– No. 119003–35–013, Rev. 001, dated January
B–37, and RB211–535E4–C–37 turbofan
11, Installed 9, 2017, you met the requirements of those
paragraphs of this AD. engines with certain low-pressure (LP)
(1) During the inspection required in fuel filter-to-high-pressure (HP) fuel
paragraph (g) of this AD, if a PBE pouch is (m) Alternative Methods of Compliance pump tube assemblies, or HP fuel
found that does not have an intact vacuum (AMOCs) pump-to-fuel flow governor (FFG) or
seal, before further flight or following (1) The Manager, Wichita Aircraft FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return
existing MEL procedures, replace the PBE Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the tube assemblies and flanged adaptor
with a PBE unit, P/N 119003–21 that is not authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
within the serial number (S/N) range 004– installed. AD 2014–24–08 requires
requested using the procedures found in 14
14768M through 004–21093M or 004– CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, replacing certain LP fuel filter-to-HP
02393M through 004–03033M, following send your request to your principal inspector fuel pump tube assemblies. Since we
paragraphs III.C., III.D.(4), III.D.(6), and or local Flight Standards District Office, as issued AD 2014–24–08, fuel leaks have
III.D.(7) of the Accomplishment Instructions appropriate. If sending information directly occurred at the flanged joints of the HP
in B/E Aerospace SB No. 119003–35–009, to the manager of the ACO, send it to the fuel pump-to-FFG tube assembly and
Rev. 001, dated April 12, 2016, or replace it attention of the person identified in FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill return
with another FAA-approved PBE installation. paragraph (n)(1) of this AD. tube assembly. This proposed AD would
(2) During the inspection required in (2) Before using any approved AMOC, retain the original AD requirements and
paragraph (g) of this AD, if a PBE pouch is notify your appropriate principal inspector,
found where the vacuum seal is intact, also require installation of new HP fuel
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
within 18 months after July 15, 2016 (the of the local flight standards district office/ pump-to-FFG and FFG-to-HP pump
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effective date of AD 2016–11–20), remove certificate holding district office. inlet overspill return tube assemblies
PBE, P/N 119003–11, and replace it with a and flanged adaptor. We are proposing
PBE, P/N 119003–21 that is not within the (n) Related Information this AD to correct the unsafe condition
S/N range 004–14768M through 004–21093M (1) For more information about this AD, on these products.
or 004–02393M through 004–03033M, contact David Enns, Aerospace Engineer,
DATES: We must receive comments on
following paragraphs III.C., III.D.(4), III.D.(6), Wichita ACO, FAA, 1801 S. Airport Road,
and III.D.(7) of the Accomplishment Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: this proposed AD by July 10, 2017.
Instructions in B/E Aerospace Service (316) 946–4147; fax: (316) 946–4107; email: ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
Bulletin No. 119003–35–009, Rev. 001, dated david.enns@faa.gov. using the procedures found in 14 CFR
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Authority for This Rulemaking Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (h) Installation Prohibition
Title 49 of the United States Code § 39.13 [Amended] After the effective date of this AD, do not
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue install on any engine an LP fuel filter-to-HP
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by fuel pump tube assembly, P/N UL16692,
Section 106, describes the authority of removing airworthiness directive (AD) AE709623–1, 163521538, or 163521545; HP
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, 2014–24–08, Amendment 39–18041 (79 fuel pump-to-FFG tube assembly, P/N
Aviation Programs, describes in more FR 71308, December 2, 2014), and UL16691 or P/N UL37214, or FFG-to-HP
detail the scope of the Agency’s adding the following new AD: pump inlet overspill return tube assembly, P/
authority. Rolls-Royce plc: Docket No. FAA–2014– N UL16690 or UL37213; or flanged adaptor,
We are issuing this rulemaking under 0433; Directorate Identifier 94–ANE–39– P/N UL37218.
the authority described in Subtitle VII, AD. (i) Definition
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, (a) Comments Due Date For the purpose of this AD, a shop visit is
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
We must receive comments by July 10, the induction of an engine into the shop for
section, Congress charges the FAA with maintenance or overhaul. The separation of
2017.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in engine flanges solely for the purpose of
air commerce by prescribing regulations (b) Affected ADs
transporting the engine without subsequent
for practices, methods, and procedures This AD supersedes AD 2014–24–08, engine maintenance does not constitute an
the Administrator finds necessary for Amendment 39–18041 (79 FR 71308, engine shop visit.
safety in air commerce. This regulation December 2, 2014).
is within the scope of that authority (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(c) Applicability (AMOCs)
because it addresses an unsafe condition
This AD applies to all Rolls-Royce plc (RR)
that is likely to exist or develop on The Manager, Engine Certification Office,
RB211–535E4–37, RB211–535E4–B–37, and
products identified in this rulemaking RB211–535E4–C–37 turbofan engines with
may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use the
action. low-pressure (LP) fuel filter-to-high-pressure procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make
(HP) fuel pump tube assembly, part numbers your request. You may email your request to:
Regulatory Findings ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov.
(P/Ns) UL16692, AE709623–1, 163521538, or
We have determined that this 163521545 installed; or HP fuel pump-to-fuel (k) Related Information
proposed AD would not have federalism flow governor (FFG) P/N UL16691 or P/N
implications under Executive Order UL37214; or FFG-to-HP pump inlet overspill (1) For more information about this AD,
13132. This proposed AD would not return tube assemblies P/N UL16690 or P/N contact Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer,
have a substantial direct effect on the UL37213; or flanged adaptor, P/N UL37218 Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine &
States, on the relationship between the installed. Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue,
national Government and the States, or Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
(d) Subject
on the distribution of power and 7754; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) robert.green@faa.gov.
responsibilities among the various Code 7321, Fuel Control/Turbine Engines.
levels of government. (2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
For the reasons discussed above, I (e) Unsafe Condition Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2017–0006, dated
certify that the proposed regulation: This AD was prompted by reports of fuel January 10, 2017, and EASA AD 2014–0123,
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory leaks that have resulted in engine in-flight dated May 15, 2014, for more information.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, shutdowns. We are issuing this AD to You may examine the MCAI in the AD
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under prevent loss of fuel supply to the engine, docket on the Internet at http://
the DOT Regulatory Policies and which could lead to the in-flight shutdown www.regulations.gov by searching for and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, of one or more engines, loss of thrust control, locating it in Docket No. FAA–2014–0433.
1979), and damage to the airplane. (3) RR SB RB.211–73–H131, Revision 1,
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation dated September 2, 2014 and RR SB RB.211–
(f) Compliance
in Alaska to the extent that it justifies 73–G230, Revision 3, dated April 8, 2016,
Comply with this AD within the can be obtained from RR, using the contact
making a regulatory distinction, and compliance times specified, unless already
(4) Will not have a significant information in paragraph (k)(4) of this AD.
done. (4) For service information identified in
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities (g) Required Actions this AD, contact Rolls-Royce plc, Corporate
under the criteria of the Regulatory (1) After the effective date of this AD, Communications, P.O. Box 31, Derby,
Flexibility Act. replace LP fuel filter-to-HP fuel pump tube England, DE24 8BJ; phone: 011–44–1332–
assembly, before the part exceeds 4,750 242424; fax: 011–44–1332–249936; email:
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 engine flight cycles (FC) or 15,000 flight http://www.rolls-royce.com/contact/civil_
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation hours (FH), since new, or during the next team.jsp; Internet: https://customers.rolls-
safety, Incorporation by reference, shop visit, whichever occurs first, using the royce.com/public/rollsroycecare.
Accomplishment Instructions of RR Service (5) You may view this service information
Safety.
Bulletin (SB) RB.211–73–H131, Revision 1, at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
The Proposed Amendment dated September 2, 2014. 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
(2) After the effective date of this AD, for information on the availability of this
Accordingly, under the authority affected engines with an HP fuel pump-to- material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
mstockstill on DSK30JT082PROD with PROPOSALS
delegated to me by the Administrator, FFG tube assembly or FFG-to-HP pump inlet
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part overspill return tube assembly, or flanged Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
39 as follows: adaptor, installed, replace the parts May 5, 2017.
concurrent with the actions specified in Robert J. Ganley,
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if applicable, or
Acting Manager, Engine & Propeller
DIRECTIVES during the next shop visit, using the
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
Accomplishment Instructions of RR SB
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 RB.211–73–G230, Revision 3, dated April 8, [FR Doc. 2017–10440 Filed 5–25–17; 8:45 am]
continues to read as follows: 2016. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 10, 2017. | |
| Contact | Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781- 238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 24262 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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