82 FR 26869 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 111 (June 12, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 111 (June 12, 2017)
| Page Range | 26869-26872 | |
| FR Document | 2017-12055 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 111 (Monday, June 12, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 26869-26872] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-12055] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0554; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-201-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus Model A300 series airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4- [[Page 26870]] 600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a static analysis performed by Airbus that revealed that some areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the damage previously published in certain structural repair manuals. This proposed AD would require an inspection to determine that no repair or damage to certain wing areas is beyond the allowable limits; and repair if necessary. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 27, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAW, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.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. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0554; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-2125; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0554; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-201-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed AD based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0229, dated November 15, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A300 series airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310 series airplanes. The MCAI states: A static analysis performed by Airbus on A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes, revealed that some areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the damage previously published in the A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST Structural Repair Manuals (SRM). The SRMs were therefore amended to reduce the dimensions of allowable damage and to indicate the areas of the wing structure where damage is no longer acceptable. This condition, if not detected, could reduce the structural integrity of the wings. Consequently, Airbus issued Service Bulletins (SB) A300-57-0256, A310-57-2102, A300-57-6114, and A300-57-9027 (hereafter referred to as ``the applicable Airbus SB''), as applicable for A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes, to inspect the areas identified in these SBs and determine if the repair(s) or damage(s) found stay within the limits indicated in the latest SRM issue (including temporary revisions). For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD requires accomplishment of an inspection of the aeroplane records. If aeroplane records are missing or incomplete, a Detail Inspection (DET) of specific wing areas is required to ensure that no repair or damage is beyond the limits allowed in the current revision of the SRM (including temporary revisions) [and repair if necessary]. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0554. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following Airbus Service Information. Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (Airbus Model A300 series airplanes). Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes). Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model A310 series airplanes). This service information describes an inspection of the airplane maintenance records or a detailed inspection of the left-hand and right-hand wing areas to determine whether any repair or damage is beyond the allowable limits in the current revision of the SRM, and repair if necessary. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models in different configurations. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of these same type designs. [[Page 26871]] Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 128 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product Cost on U.S. operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection................... Up to 18 $0 Up to $1,530.... Up to $195,840. work[dash]hours x $85 per hour = $1,530. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions 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 adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2017-0554; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM- 201-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by July 27, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Model A300 B2-1A, B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2- 203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4- 600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310-203, -204, -221, -222, -304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a static analysis performed by Airbus that revealed that some areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the damage previously published in the A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST Structural Repair Manuals. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct any repair or damage on the wing structure that is outside the allowable structural limits. Such conditions could reduce the structural integrity of the wings and could result in loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD: Do a detailed inspection of the left- and right-hand wing areas to determine whether any repair or damage exceeds the allowable structural limits, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in paragraph (i) of this AD. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if it can be positively determined from that review whether any repair or damage exceeds the allowable structural limits and the airplane configuration can be conclusively determined from that review. (h) Corrective Action If, during any review or inspection, as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any repair or damage is found that is outside the allowable structural limits specified in the applicable service information in paragraph (i) of this AD: Within 3 months after accomplishing the review or inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). (i) Service Information for the Actions Specified in Paragraph (g) of This AD Use the applicable service information for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Airbus Model A300 series airplanes). (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes)). (3) Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model A310 series airplanes). (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International [[Page 26872]] Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the International Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0229, dated November 15, 2016, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0554. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057- 3356; telephone 425-227-2125; fax 425-227-1149. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAW, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 2, 2017. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-12055 Filed 6-9-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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For the reasons discussed above, I (f) Compliance any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
certify this proposed regulation: Comply with this AD within the principal inspector, or lacking a principal
compliance times specified, unless already inspector, the manager of the local flight
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory standards district office/certificate holding
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; done.
district office.
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (g) Inspection, Modification, and Corrective (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Actions requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Within 99 months or 4,100 flight cycles, actions from a manufacturer, the action must
whichever occurs first, since the date of be accomplished using a method approved
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
issuance of the original airworthiness by the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
Alaska; and 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
certificate or date of issuance of the original
4. Will not have a significant export certificate of airworthiness; or within the European Aviation Safety Agency
economic impact, positive or negative, 60 days after the effective date of this AD; (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design
on a substantial number of small entities whichever occurs later; do a general visual Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
under the criteria of the Regulatory inspection of the affected electrical wirings of the DOA, the approval must include the
Flexibility Act. the airplane for worn or damaged wiring or DOA-authorized signature.
connectors due to inadequate clearance (j) Related Information
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 between wiring and nearby structures,
accomplish all applicable corrective actions, (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation and modify the airplane, in accordance with Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
safety, Incorporation by reference, the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Airworthiness Directive 2016–0230, dated
Safety. Service Bulletin 7X–056, Revision 1, dated November 21, 2016, for related information.
July 20, 2016, as specified in table 1 to This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
The Proposed Amendment paragraph (g) of this AD. Do all applicable on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov
corrective actions before further flight. The by searching for and locating Docket No.
Accordingly, under the authority FAA–2017–0532.
delegated to me by the Administrator, ‘‘Dassault Service Bulletin 7X–056 Section’’
identified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this (2) For more information about this AD,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part AD is not required for airplanes on which a contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
39 as follows: corresponding Dassault modification has International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
been embodied in production, as identified Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS in the ‘‘Excluded’’ column in table 1 to Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
DIRECTIVES paragraph (g) of this AD. telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149.
(3) For service information identified in
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
TABLE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (g) OF THIS Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
continues to read as follows: AD—APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. DASSAULT SERVICE BULLETIN 7X– telephone 201–440–6700; Internet http://
056, REVISION 1, DATED JULY 20, www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this
§ 39.13 [Amended] service information at the FAA, Transport
2016 Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness Dassault service bulletin Renton, WA. For information on the
Excluded availability of this material at the FAA, call
directive (AD): 7X–056 section
425–227–1221.
Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA–2017– 7X–056–1 ..................... Post-mod M876.
7X–056–2 ..................... Post-mod M897. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 2,
0532; Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–
7X–056–3 ..................... Post-mod M900. 2017.
203–AD.
7X–056–4 ..................... S/N 132 to 215 inclusive. Michael Kaszycki,
(a) Comments Due Date 7X–056–5 ..................... Post-mod M954.
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
7X–056–6 ..................... Post-mod M980.
We must receive comments by July 27, 7X–056–7 ..................... Post-mod M1021. Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
2017. 7X–056–8 ..................... None. [FR Doc. 2017–12057 Filed 6–9–17; 8:45 am]
(b) Affected ADs BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
None.
This paragraph provides credit for actions
(c) Applicability required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation actions were performed before the effective
Model FALCON 7X airplanes, certificated in date of this AD using Dassault Service Federal Aviation Administration
any category, serial numbers (S/N) 2 through Bulletin 7X–056, issued October 30, 2014.
215 inclusive. (i) Other FAA AD Provisions 14 CFR Part 39
(d) Subject The following provisions also apply to this [Docket No. FAA–2017–0554; Directorate
Air Transport Association (ATA) of AD: Identifier 2016–NM–201–AD]
America Code 20, Standard Practices (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International RIN 2120–AA64
Airframe—Electrical Wiring.
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
(e) Reason Directorate, FAA, has the authority to Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
This AD was prompted by a review that approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested Airplanes
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showed that low clearance may exist between using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
certain electrical wiring and nearby In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local
Administration (FAA), DOT.
structures. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct inadequate clearances between Flight Standards District Office, as ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
electrical wiring and nearby structures, appropriate. If sending information directly (NPRM).
which could lead to interference or contact to the manager of the International Branch,
with a structure and cause an electrical short send it to the attention of the person SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
circuit or fluid leakage. This could result in identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. airworthiness directive (AD) for all
the loss of several functions essential for safe Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- Airbus Model A300 series airplanes;
flight. AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–
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600R series airplanes, and Model A300 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan determine if the repair(s) or damage(s) found
C4–605R Variant F airplanes Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, stay within the limits indicated in the latest
(collectively called Model A300–600 International Branch, ANM–116, SRM issue (including temporary revisions).
series airplanes); and Model A310 series Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, For the reason described above, this
[EASA] AD requires accomplishment of an
airplanes. This proposed AD was 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA inspection of the aeroplane records. If
prompted by a static analysis performed 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–2125; aeroplane records are missing or incomplete,
by Airbus that revealed that some areas fax 425–227–1149. a Detail Inspection (DET) of specific wing
of the wing structure cannot sustain the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: areas is required to ensure that no repair or
damage previously published in certain damage is beyond the limits allowed in the
structural repair manuals. This Comments Invited current revision of the SRM (including
proposed AD would require an We invite you to send any written temporary revisions) [and repair if
inspection to determine that no repair or relevant data, views, or arguments about necessary].
damage to certain wing areas is beyond this proposed AD. Send your comments You may examine the MCAI in the
the allowable limits; and repair if to an address listed under the AD docket on the Internet at http://
necessary. We are proposing this AD to ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. www.regulations.gov by searching for
address the unsafe condition on these FAA–2017–0554; Directorate Identifier and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
products. 2016–NM–201–AD’’ at the beginning of 0554.
DATES: We must receive comments on your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory, Related Service Information Under 1
this proposed AD by July 27, 2017. CFR Part 51
economic, environmental, and energy
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
aspects of this proposed AD. We will We reviewed the following Airbus
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
consider all comments received by the Service Information.
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
methods:
closing date and may amend this • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to proposed AD based on those comments. 0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015
We will post all comments we (Airbus Model A300 series airplanes).
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
receive, without change, to http:// • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
• Fax: 202–493–2251. www.regulations.gov, including any 6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015
• Mail: U.S. Department of personal information you provide. We (for Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– will also post a report summarizing each F4–600R series airplanes, and Model
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room substantive verbal contact we receive A300 C4–605R Variant F airplanes
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., about this proposed AD. (collectively called Model A300–600
Washington, DC 20590. Discussion series airplanes).
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail • Airbus Service Bulletin A310–57–
The European Aviation Safety Agency 2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015
address above between 9 a.m. and 5
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent (for Model A310 series airplanes).
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
for the Member States of the European This service information describes an
Federal holidays.
For service information identified in Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness inspection of the airplane maintenance
this NPRM, contact Airbus SAS, Directive 2016–0229, dated November records or a detailed inspection of the
Airworthiness Office—EAW, 1 Rond 15, 2016 (referred to after this as the left-hand and right-hand wing areas to
Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness determine whether any repair or damage
Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct is beyond the allowable limits in the
96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email an unsafe condition for all Airbus current revision of the SRM, and repair
account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Model A300 series airplanes; Model if necessary. These documents are
Internet http://www.airbus.com. You A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–600R distinct since they apply to different
may view this referenced service series airplanes, and Model A300 C4– airplane models in different
information at the FAA, Transport 605R Variant F airplanes (collectively configurations. This service information
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue called Model A300–600 series is reasonably available because the
SW., Renton, WA. For information on airplanes); and Model A310 series interested parties have access to it
the availability of this material at the airplanes. The MCAI states: through their normal course of business
FAA, call 425–227–1221. A static analysis performed by Airbus on or by the means identified in the
A300, A310, A300–600, and A300–600ST ADDRESSES section.
Examining the AD Docket aeroplanes, revealed that some areas of the
You may examine the AD docket on wing structure cannot sustain the damage FAA’s Determination and Requirements
the Internet at http:// previously published in the A300, A310, of This Proposed AD
A300–600, and A300–600ST Structural
www.regulations.gov by searching for Repair Manuals (SRM). This product has been approved by
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– The SRMs were therefore amended to the aviation authority of another
0554; or in person at the Docket reduce the dimensions of allowable damage country, and is approved for operation
Management Facility between 9 a.m. and to indicate the areas of the wing in the United States. Pursuant to our
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, structure where damage is no longer bilateral agreement with the State of
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except Federal holidays. The AD docket acceptable. Design Authority, we have been notified
contains this proposed AD, the This condition, if not detected, could of the unsafe condition described in the
regulatory evaluation, any comments reduce the structural integrity of the wings. MCAI and service information
received, and other information. The Consequently, Airbus issued Service referenced above. We are proposing this
Bulletins (SB) A300–57–0256, A310–57–
street address for the Docket Operations 2102, A300–57–6114, and A300–57–9027
AD because we evaluated all pertinent
office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in (hereafter referred to as ‘‘the applicable information and determined an unsafe
the ADDRESSES section. Comments will Airbus SB’’), as applicable for A300, A310, condition exists and is likely to exist or
be available in the AD docket shortly A300–600, and A300–600ST aeroplanes, to develop on other products of these same
after receipt. inspect the areas identified in these SBs and type designs.
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Costs of Compliance We estimate the following costs to
We estimate that this proposed AD comply with this proposed AD:
affects 128 airplanes of U.S. registry.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection ................................................ Up to 18 work-hours × $85 per hour = $0 Up to $1,530 .......... Up to $195,840.
$1,530.
We have received no definitive data List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 integrity of the wings and could result in loss
that would enable us to provide cost of control of the airplane.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
estimates for the on-condition actions safety, Incorporation by reference, (f) Compliance
specified in this proposed AD. Safety. Comply with this AD within the
Authority for This Rulemaking compliance times specified, unless already
The Proposed Amendment done.
Title 49 of the United States Code Accordingly, under the authority (g) Inspection
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue delegated to me by the Administrator,
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Within 36 months after the effective date
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part of this AD: Do a detailed inspection of the
section 106, describes the authority of 39 as follows: left- and right-hand wing areas to determine
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: whether any repair or damage exceeds the
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS allowable structural limits, in accordance
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES with the Accomplishment Instructions of the
authority. applicable service information specified in
We are issuing this rulemaking under ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 paragraph (i) of this AD. A review of airplane
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, continues to read as follows: maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of
this inspection if it can be positively
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. determined from that review whether any
General requirements.’’ Under that repair or damage exceeds the allowable
section, Congress charges the FAA with § 39.13 [Amended] structural limits and the airplane
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding configuration can be conclusively
air commerce by prescribing regulations the following new airworthiness determined from that review.
for practices, methods, and procedures directive (AD): (h) Corrective Action
the Administrator finds necessary for Airbus: Docket No. FAA–2017–0554; If, during any review or inspection, as
safety in air commerce. This regulation Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–201–AD. required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any
is within the scope of that authority repair or damage is found that is outside the
because it addresses an unsafe condition (a) Comments Due Date
allowable structural limits specified in the
that is likely to exist or develop on We must receive comments by July 27, applicable service information in paragraph
products identified in this rulemaking 2017. (i) of this AD: Within 3 months after
action. accomplishing the review or inspection
(b) Affected ADs
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, repair
Regulatory Findings None. using a method approved by the Manager,
(c) Applicability International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
We determined that this proposed AD Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European
would not have federalism implications This AD applies to Airbus Model A300 B2– Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus’s
under Executive Order 13132. This 1A, B2–1C, B2K–3C, B2–203, B4–2C, B4–103, EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA).
proposed AD would not have a and B4–203 airplanes; Model A300 B4–600,
B4–600R, and F4–600R series airplanes, and (i) Service Information for the Actions
substantial direct effect on the States, on Specified in Paragraph (g) of This AD
the relationship between the national Model A300 C4–605R Variant F airplanes
(collectively called Model A300–600 series Use the applicable service information for
Government and the States, or on the
airplanes); and Model A310–203, –204, –221, the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this
distribution of power and –222, –304, –322, –324, and –325 airplanes, AD.
responsibilities among the various certificated in any category, all manufacturer (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–0256,
levels of government. serial numbers. Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Airbus
For the reasons discussed above, I Model A300 series airplanes).
(d) Subject
certify this proposed regulation: (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–6114,
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Air Transport Association (ATA) of Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model
America Code 57, Wings. A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–600R series
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
airplanes, and Model A300 C4–605R Variant
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (e) Reason
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F airplanes (collectively called Model A300–
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures This AD was prompted by a static analysis 600 series airplanes)).
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); performed by Airbus that revealed that some (3) Airbus Service Bulletin A310–57–2102,
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model
Alaska; and damage previously published in the A300, A310 series airplanes).
A310, A300–600, and A300–600ST
4. Will not have a significant Structural Repair Manuals. We are issuing (j) Other FAA AD Provisions
economic impact, positive or negative, this AD to detect and correct any repair or The following provisions also apply to this
on a substantial number of small entities damage on the wing structure that is outside AD:
under the criteria of the Regulatory the allowable structural limits. Such (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Flexibility Act. conditions could reduce the structural (AMOCs): The Manager, International
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Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Examining the AD Docket
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to
You may examine the AD docket on
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested Federal Aviation Administration the Internet at http://
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
www.regulations.gov by searching for
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your 14 CFR Part 39 and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
request to your principal inspector or local
0553; or in person at the Docket
Flight Standards District Office, as [Docket No. FAA–2017–0553; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NM–208–AD] Management Facility between 9 a.m.
appropriate. If sending information directly
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
to the manager of the International Branch,
RIN 2120–AA64 except Federal holidays. The AD docket
send it to the attention of the person
contains this proposed AD, the
identified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD.
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing regulatory evaluation, any comments
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using Company Airplanes received, and other information. The
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
street address for the Docket Office
AGENCY: Federal Aviation (phone: 800–647–5527) is in the
principal inspector, or lacking a principal Administration (FAA), DOT.
inspector, the manager of the local flight ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking available in the AD docket shortly after
standards district office/certificate holding
(NPRM). receipt.
district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Sean Schauer, Aerospace Engineer,
actions from a manufacturer, the action must Boeing Company Model 787–8 and 787– Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM–
be accomplished using a method approved 9 airplanes. This proposed AD was 130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– prompted by a report that the Parking Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or Brake and Alternate Pitch Trim Module Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–
the EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If (PBM) may unintentionally disengage, 917–6479; fax: 425–917–6590; email:
approved by the DOA, the approval must fail to set, fail to release, or become Sean.Schauer@faa.gov.
include the DOA-authorized signature. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
jammed. This proposed AD would
(k) Related Information require replacing the PBM and doing a Comments Invited
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing PBM installation test. We are proposing
this AD to address the unsafe condition We invite you to send any written
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD relevant data, views, or arguments about
2016–0229, dated November 15, 2016, for on these products.
this proposed AD. Send your comments
related information. This MCAI may be DATES: We must receive comments on
to an address listed under the
found in the AD docket on the Internet at this proposed AD by July 27, 2017.
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for ADDRESSES: You may send comments, FAA–2017–0553; Directorate Identifier
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0554. using the procedures found in 14 CFR 2016–NM–208–AD’’ at the beginning of
(2) For more information about this AD, 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following your comments. We specifically invite
contact Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, methods: comments on the overall regulatory,
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to economic, environmental, and energy
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
aspects of this proposed AD. We will
instructions for submitting comments. consider all comments received by the
telephone 425–227–2125; fax 425–227–1149. • Fax: 202–493–2251. closing date and may amend this
(3) For service information identified in • Mail: U.S. Department of
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness proposed AD because of those
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– comments.
Office—EAW, 1 Rond Point Maurice 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
We will post all comments we
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., receive, without change, to http://
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 Washington, DC 20590.
93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ www.regulations.gov, including any
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail personal information you provide. We
airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com.
address above between 9 a.m. and 5 will also post a report summarizing each
You may view this service information at the
p.m., Monday through Friday, except substantive verbal contact we receive
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Federal holidays. about this proposed AD.
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
For service information identified in
information on the availability of this Discussion
this NPRM, contact Boeing Commercial
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data We have received a report indicating
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 2, Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster that the current PBM may
2017. Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA unintentionally disengage, fail to set,
Michael Kaszycki, 90740–5600; telephone: 562–797–1717; fail to release, or become jammed. The
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Internet: https:// procedure for releasing the parking
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view brake requires depressing the brake
this referenced service information at pedals. The current PBM can be
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the FAA, Transport Airplane disengaged without depressing the
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., brake pedals. Operators may experience
Renton, WA. For information on the error messages, jammed PBM solenoid,
availability of this material at the FAA, unintended parking brake release, and
call 425–227–1221. It is also available the inability to set or release the parking
on the Internet at http:// brake. An unintended parking brake
www.regulations.gov by searching for release could result in damage to the
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– airplane and be a hazard to persons or
0553. property on the ground.
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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 27, 2017. | |
| Contact | Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-2125; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 26869 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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