82_FR_31373 82 FR 31245 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

82 FR 31245 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 128 (July 6, 2017)

Page Range31245-31250
FR Document2017-13949

We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-10-03, which applied to all Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. AD 2013-10-03 required one-time inspections for deformation and damage of the bogie beams of the main landing gear (MLG); repetitive inspections for damage and corrosion of the sliding piston sub-assembly on certain airplanes; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This new AD removes Model A340-500 and 600 series airplanes from the applicability; removes certain one-time inspections of the MLG bogie beams and the sliding piston sub-assembly; revises certain compliance times; and requires replacement of certain MLGs with MLGs having an improved bogie beam, which constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections on the modified MLG. This AD was prompted by reports of corroded and cracked bogie beams under the bogie stop pad. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2016-3984; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-119-AD; 
Amendment 39-18945; AD 2017-14-01]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-10-03, 
which applied to all Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300 
series airplanes; and Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series 
airplanes. AD 2013-10-03 required one-time inspections for deformation 
and damage of the bogie beams of the main landing gear (MLG); 
repetitive inspections for damage and corrosion of the sliding piston 
sub-assembly on certain airplanes; and related investigative and 
corrective actions if necessary. This new AD removes Model A340-500 and 
600 series airplanes from the applicability; removes certain one-time 
inspections of the MLG bogie beams and the sliding piston sub-assembly; 
revises certain compliance times; and requires replacement of certain 
MLGs with MLGs having an improved bogie beam, which constitutes 
terminating action for the repetitive inspections on the modified MLG. 
This AD was prompted by reports of corroded and cracked bogie beams 
under the bogie stop pad. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe 
condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective August 10, 2017.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 10, 
2017.

ADDRESSES: For Airbus service information identified in this final 
rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point 
Maurice

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Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; 
fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: [email protected]; 
Internet http://www.airbus.com.
    For Messier-Bugatti-Dowty service information identified in this 
final rule, contact Messier Services Americas, Customer Support Center, 
45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; phone: 703-450-8233; fax: 
703-404-1621; Internet: https://techpubs.services/messier-dowty.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-
3984.

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-
3984; 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 address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-
647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; 
fax 425-227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to 
amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2013-10-03, Amendment 39-17456 (78 
FR 31386, May 24, 2013) (``AD 2013-10-03''). AD 2013-10-03 applied to 
all Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300 series airplanes; 
and Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. The SNPRM 
published in the Federal Register on March 22, 2017 (82 FR 14642) 
(``the SNPRM''). We preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed 
rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the Federal Register on March 1, 
2016 (81 FR 10540) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of 
corroded and cracked bogie beams under the bogie stop pad. The NPRM 
proposed to remove Model A340-500, and -600 series airplanes from the 
applicability, remove certain one-time inspections of the MLG bogie 
beams and the sliding piston sub-assembly; revise certain compliance 
times and provide, for certain airplanes, an optional terminating 
action for the repetitive actions. The SNPRM proposed to require 
replacement of a MLG having part number (P/N) 201252 series and P/N 
201490 series with a MLG that has an improved bogie beam, which would 
constitute terminating action for the repetitive inspections on the 
modified MLG. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct damage or 
corrosion under the bogie stop pad of both MLG bogie beams; this 
condition could result in a damaged bogie beam and consequent 
detachment of the beam from the airplane, collapse of the MLG, or 
departure of the airplane from the runway, possibly resulting in damage 
to the airplane and injury to occupants.
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 
2016-0108, dated June 8, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory 
Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an 
unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and 
-300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. 
The MCAI states:

    During a scheduled maintenance inspection on the Main Landing 
Gear (MLG), the bogie stop pad was found deformed and cracked. Upon 
removal of the bogie stop pad for replacement, the bogie beam was 
also found cracked. The results of a laboratory investigation 
indicated that an overload event had occurred and no fatigue 
propagation of the crack was evident. A second bogie beam crack was 
subsequently found on another aeroplane, located under a bogie stop 
pad which only had superficial paint damage.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to 
landing gear bogie detachment from the aeroplane, or landing gear 
collapse, or a runway excursion, possibly resulting in damage to the 
aeroplane and injury to the occupants and/or people on the ground.
    To address this potential unsafe condition, EASA issued AD 2008-
0223 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2010-02-10, Amendment 39-16181 (75 
FR 4477, January 28, 2010)] to require accomplishment of a one-time 
detailed inspection under the bogie stop pad of both MLG bogie 
beams. As a result of the one-time inspection required by that 
[EASA] AD, numerous bogie stop pad were found corroded and a few 
cracked. The one-time inspection was retained in EASA AD 2011-0211 
[which corresponds to FAA AD 2013-10-03], which superseded EASA AD 
2008-0223, which also introduced repetitive inspections, except for 
A340-500/-600 aeroplanes.
    After EASA AD 2011-0211 was issued, further investigation led to 
the conclusion that the one-time inspection was no longer necessary 
and only the repetitive inspections should remain. In addition, it 
was determined that repetitive inspections were also necessary for 
MLG on A340-500/-600 aeroplanes.
    Prompted by these conclusions, EASA issued AD 2014-0120, 
partially retaining the requirements of EASA AD 2011-0211, which was 
superseded, and introducing repetitive detailed inspections of the 
MLG on A340-500 and A340-600 aeroplanes. Subsequently, further 
analysis indicated that repetitive inspections of the MLG on A340-
500/-600 aeroplanes were not necessary after all. In addition, the 
threshold for the inspection of MLG P/N 10-210 series was raised 
from 24 to 126 months, and Airbus developed a modification of the 
MLG P/N 10-210 series which provides an (optional) terminating 
action for the repetitive inspections.
    Consequently, EASA AD 2014-0120 was revised to delete the 
requirements for A340-500/-600 aeroplanes, to amend the inspection 
threshold for MLG P/N 10-210 series, and to introduce an optional 
terminating action for aeroplanes with MLG P/N 10-210 series.
    Since EASA AD 2014-0120R1 was issued, Airbus developed a 
modification (mod 205289) of the MLG P/N 201252 series and P/N 
201490 series that must be embodied in service with Airbus SB A330-
32-3275 or SB A340-32-4305. It was also identified that A340-500/-
600 aeroplanes could be removed from the applicability of this 
[EASA] AD as no more actions were required on these aeroplanes.
    For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD retains the 
requirements of EASA AD 2014-0120R1, which is superseded, removes 
the A340-500/-600 aeroplanes from the Applicability and requires the 
modification of the MLG P/N 201252 series and P/N 201490 series, 
which constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections 
required by this [EASA] AD.

The required actions include repetitive detailed inspections for damage 
and corrosion of the sliding piston sub-assembly, and related 
investigative and corrective actions if necessary. Related 
investigative actions include a test for indications of corrosion and 
damage to the bogie assembly base material, and a magnetic particle 
inspection for cracks, corrosion, and damage of the bogie beam. 
Corrective actions include repairing affected parts.
    The required terminating action (for a MLG having P/N 201252 series 
or P/N 201490 series) and the optional terminating action (for a MLG 
having P/N 10-210 series) are modifications of the bogie beam of a MLG, 
which consist of installing a nickel under chrome

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coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad brackets.
    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-
3984.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. We considered the comment received. Air Line Pilots 
Association, International supported the SNPRM.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data, including 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 
SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the SNPRM.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Airbus has issued the following service information.
     Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Revision 05, 
including Appendix 1, dated May 4, 2016; and Airbus Service Bulletin 
A340-32-4286, Revision 02, including Appendix 1, dated January 5, 2016; 
which describe procedures for doing an inspection for damage and 
corrosion of the MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie beam stop pad 
and the bogie beam under the stop pad, and related investigative and 
corrective actions. These documents are distinct since they apply to 
different airplane models.
     Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3268, Revision 01, dated 
September 21, 2015, which describes procedures for modification of the 
bogie beam of a MLG having P/N 10-210 series on Model A330 airplanes 
that includes installing a nickel under chrome coating, a new bogie 
beam stop pad, and new stop pad brackets.
     Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3275, dated December 23, 
2015, which describes procedures for modification of the bogie beam of 
a MLG having P/N 201252 series or P/N 201490 series on Model A330 
airplanes that includes installing a nickel under chrome coating, a new 
bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad brackets.
     Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4300, dated April 20, 
2015; and Revision 01, dated September 21, 2015; which describe 
procedures for modification of the bogie beam of a MLG having P/N 10-
210 series on Model A340 airplanes that include installing a nickel 
under chrome coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad 
brackets. These service bulletins are distinct due to editorial 
revisions.
     Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4305, dated December 23, 
2015, which describes procedures for modification of the bogie beam of 
a MLG having P/N 201252 series or P/N 201490 series on Model A340 
airplanes that includes installing a nickel under chrome coating, a new 
bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad brackets.
    Messier-Bugatti-Dowty has issued the following service information.
     Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34-32-305, 
including Appendix A, dated April 13, 2015, which describes procedures 
for modification of the bogie beam of a MLG having MLG P/N 10-210 
series that includes installing a nickel under chrome coating, a new 
bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad brackets.
     Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34-32-306, 
Revision 1, including Appendix A, dated May 31, 2016, which describes 
procedures for modification of the bogie beam of a MLG having P/N 
201252 series or P/N 201490 series that includes installing a nickel 
under chrome coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad 
brackets.
    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 89 Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, 
and -300 series airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate that it will take about 13 work-hours per product to 
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate 
is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of 
this AD on U.S. operators to be $98,345, or $1,105 per product.
    Currently, there are no Model A340-200 or -300 series airplanes on 
the U.S. Register. However, if an affected airplane is imported and 
placed on the U.S. Register in the future, it would be subject to the 
same per-airplane cost specified above for the Model A330-200, -200 
Freighter, and -300 series airplanes.
    In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions will 
take about 24 work-hours and require parts costing $78, for a cost of 
$2,118 per product. We have no way of determining the number of 
aircraft that might need these actions.
    According to the manufacturer, all of the parts costs of the 
optional terminating action specified in this AD may be covered under 
warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We 
do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, 
we have included all costs in our cost estimate. We have received no 
definitive data that would enable us to provide the work-hour cost 
estimates for the optional terminating action 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, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

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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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 
2013-10-03, Amendment 39-17456 (78 FR 31386, May 24, 2013), and adding 
the following new AD:

2017-14-01 Airbus: Amendment 39-18945; Docket No. FAA-2016-3984; 
Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-119-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective August 10, 2017.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD replaces AD 2013-10-03, Amendment 39-17456 (78 FR 31386, 
May 24, 2013) (``AD 2013-10-03'').

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Airbus airplanes identified in paragraphs 
(c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category, all 
serial numbers, except those airplanes that have embodied Airbus 
Modification 204421 or Airbus Modification 205289 in production.
    (1) Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -223F, -243, -243F, -301, 
-302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes.
    (2) Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing 
gear.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports of corroded and cracked bogie 
beams under the bogie stop pad. We are issuing this AD to detect and 
correct damage or corrosion under the bogie stop pad of both main 
landing gear (MLG) bogie beams; this condition could result in a 
damaged bogie beam and consequent detachment of the beam from the 
airplane, collapse of the MLG, or departure of the airplane from the 
runway, possibly resulting in damage to the airplane and injury to 
occupants.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Repetitive Inspections, Related Investigative Actions, and 
Corrective Actions

    For Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300 series airplanes; 
and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes; equipped with a MLG 
having part number (P/N) 201252 series, P/N 201490 series, or P/N 
10-210 series: Do the applicable actions required by paragraph 
(g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD.
    (1) For airplanes equipped, as of the effective date of this AD, 
with a MLG that has been previously inspected, as specified in 
Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3220, Airbus Service Bulletin A330-
32-3248, Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4264, or Airbus Service 
Bulletin A340-32-4286, as applicable: At the applicable times 
specified in paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD, do a detailed 
inspection for damage (e.g., cracking and fretting) and corrosion of 
the MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie beam stop pad, and the 
bogie beam under the stop pad; and do all applicable related 
investigative and corrective actions; in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, 
Revision 05, including Appendix 1, dated May 4, 2016; or Airbus 
Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, Revision 02, including Appendix 1, 
dated January 5, 2016; as applicable; except as required by 
paragraph (j) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative 
and corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspection 
of the MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie beam stop pad, and the 
bogie beam under the stop pad, thereafter, at intervals not to 
exceed 2,500 flight cycles or 24 months, whichever occurs first.
    (2) For airplanes equipped, as of the effective date of this AD, 
with a MLG that has not been previously inspected, as specified in 
Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3220, Airbus Service Bulletin A330-
32-3248, Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4264, or Airbus Service 
Bulletin A340-32-4286, as applicable: At the applicable times 
specified in paragraphs (h)(3) and (h)(4) of this AD, do a detailed 
inspection for damage (e.g., cracking and fretting) and corrosion of 
the MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie beam stop pad, and the 
bogie beam under the stop pad; and do all applicable related 
investigative and corrective actions; in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, 
Revision 05, including Appendix 1, dated May 4, 2016; or Airbus 
Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, Revision 02, including Appendix 1, 
dated January 5, 2016; as applicable; except as required by 
paragraph (j) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative 
and corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspection 
of the MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie beam stop pad, and the 
bogie beam under the stop pad, thereafter, at intervals not to 
exceed 2,500 flight cycles or 24 months, whichever occurs first.

(h) Compliance Times for the Actions Required by Paragraph (g) of This 
AD

    Do the applicable actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD 
at the applicable time specified in paragraph (h)(1), (h)(2), 
(h)(3), or (h)(4) of this AD.
    (1) For airplanes identified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD 
having a MLG P/N 201252 series or P/N 201490 series: Before the 
accumulation of 2,500 total flight cycles or 24 months, whichever 
occurs first since the later of the times specified in paragraphs 
(h)(1)(i) and (h)(1)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) Since first flight after a MLG overhaul.
    (ii) Since first flight after the most recent accomplishment of 
an inspection of the MLG, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin 
A330-32-3220, Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Airbus Service 
Bulletin A340-32-4264, or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, as 
applicable.
    (2) For airplanes identified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD 
having a MLG P/N 10-210 series: Before the accumulation of 126 
months since first flight of the MLG on an airplane or since first 
flight on an airplane after the most recent inspection of the MLG, 
as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, or Airbus 
Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, as applicable.
    (3) For airplanes identified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD 
having a MLG P/N 201252 series or P/N 201490 series: At the later of 
the times specified in paragraphs (h)(3)(i) and (h)(3)(ii) of this 
AD.
    (i) Before the accumulation of 2,500 total flight cycles or 24 
months, whichever occurs first since the later of the times 
specified in paragraphs (h)(3)(i)(A) and (h)(3)(i)(B) of this AD.
    (A) Since first flight of the MLG on an airplane.
    (B) Since first flight after a MLG overhaul.
    (ii) Within 16 months after the effective date of this AD.
    (4) For airplanes identified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD 
having a MLG P/N 10-210 series: Before the accumulation of 126 
months since first flight of the MLG on an airplane.

(i) Optional Overhaul

    For the purposes of this AD, accomplishment of a MLG overhaul is 
acceptable instead of an inspection required by paragraph (g) of 
this AD. The inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD are 
not terminated by a MLG overhaul, but are required at the next 
applicable compliance time required by paragraph (g) of this AD.

(j) Service Information Exception

    If the applicable service information specified in paragraph (g) 
of this AD specifies to contact Messier-Dowty for instructions, or 
if any repair required by paragraph (g) of this AD is beyond the 
maximum repair allowance specified in the applicable service 
information specified in paragraph (g) of this AD: Before further 
flight, 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).

(k) MLG Modification

    For airplanes equipped with a MLG having P/N 201252 series or a 
MLG having P/N 201490 series: Before the accumulation of 126 months 
since first flight of the MLG on an airplane or since first flight 
on an airplane after the most recent overhaul as of the

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effective date of this AD, as applicable, replace that MLG with a 
MLG having P/N 201252 series or a MLG having P/N 201490 series that 
has an improved bogie beam, as defined in Airbus Service Bulletin 
A330-32-3275, dated December 23, 2015; or Airbus Service Bulletin 
A340-32-4305, dated December 23, 2015; as applicable; and in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-Bugatti-
Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34-32-306, Revision 1, including Appendix 
A, dated May 31, 2016.

(l) Terminating Action Limitation

    Accomplishment of corrective actions required by paragraph (g) 
of this AD does not constitute terminating action for the repetitive 
inspections required by this AD.

(m) Terminating Action for Certain Airplanes

    (1) For airplanes with any MLG having P/N 10-210 series: 
Modification of the bogie beam of each MLG having P/N 10-210 series, 
as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3268, Revision 01, 
dated September 21, 2015; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4300, 
dated April 20, 2015; or Revision 01, dated September 21, 2015; as 
applicable; and in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions 
of Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34-32-305, including 
Appendix A, dated April 13, 2015; constitutes terminating action for 
the repetitive inspection requirements of this AD for that airplane, 
provided that, following in-service modification, the airplane 
remains in the post-service bulletin configuration.
    (2) For airplanes with any MLG having P/N 201252 series or P/N 
201490 series: Installation of both left-hand and right-hand MLG 
having P/N 201252 series or P/N 201490 series that has an improved 
bogie beam, as required by paragraph (k) of this AD, constitutes 
terminating action for the repetitive inspections requirements of 
this AD for that airplane, provided that, following in-service 
modification, the airplane remains in the post-service bulletin 
configuration.

(n) Parts Installation Prohibition

    Do not install on any airplane a pre-Airbus modification MLG 
having P/N 201252 series or a pre-Airbus modification MLG having P/N 
201490 series, as specified in paragraph (n)(1) or (n)(2) of this 
AD, as applicable; or a pre-Airbus modification MLG having P/N 10-
210 series, as specified in paragraph (n)(3) or (n)(4) of this AD, 
as applicable.
    (1) For any airplane that is in a post-Airbus Modification 
205289 configuration, or on which the modification required by 
paragraph (k) of this AD has been done: From the effective date of 
this AD.
    (2) For any airplane that is in a pre-Airbus Modification 205289 
configuration, or on which the modification required by paragraph 
(k) of this AD has not been done: After modification of that 
airplane, as required by paragraph (k) of this AD.
    (3) For any airplane that is in post-Airbus Modification 204421 
configuration, or on which the modification specified in paragraph 
(m)(1) of this AD has been done: From the effective date of this AD.
    (4) For an airplane that is in pre-Airbus Modification 204421, 
or on which the modification specified in paragraph (m)(1) of this 
AD has not been done: After modification of that airplane, as 
specified in paragraph (m)(1) of this AD.

(o) Credit for Previous Actions

    (1) This paragraph provides credit for the 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 paragraphs (o)(1)(i) through (o)(1)(vii) or (o)(2) of this AD, as 
applicable.
    (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, dated October 5, 2011, 
which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Revision 01, 
including Appendix 01, dated December 13, 2012, which was 
incorporated by reference in AD 2013-10-03.
    (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Revision 02, dated 
April 16, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Revision 03, dated 
November 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this 
AD.
    (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Revision 04, dated 
January 5, 2016, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, dated October 5, 
2011, which was incorporated by reference in AD 2013-10-03.
    (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, Revision 01, dated 
November 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this 
AD.
    (2) This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by 
paragraph (k) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the 
effective date of this AD using Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service 
Bulletin A33/34-32-306, dated December 21, 2015, which is not 
incorporated by reference in this AD.

(p) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
International 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 (q)(2) of this AD. 
Information may be emailed to: [email protected].
    (i) 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.
    (ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2013-10-03 are not 
approved as AMOCs with this AD.
    (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of 
this AD, 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 EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If 
approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized 
signature.
    (3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except as required by 
paragraph (j) of this AD: If any service information contains 
procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and 
tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests 
that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and 
tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using 
accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or 
inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided 
the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the 
airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any 
substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC 
require approval of an AMOC.

(q) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0108, dated June 8, 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-2016-3984.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir 
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, 
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149.
    (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not 
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in 
paragraphs (r)(3), (r)(4), and (r)(5) of this AD.

(r) 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) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3248, Revision 05, including 
Appendix 1, dated May 4, 2016.
    (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3268, Revision 01, dated 
September 21, 2015.
    (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-32-3275, dated December 23, 
2015.
    (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4286, Revision 02, 
including Appendix 1, dated January 5, 2016.
    (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4300, dated April 20, 2015.
    (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4300, Revision 01, dated 
September 21, 2015.
    (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-32-4305, dated December 23, 
2015.
    (viii) Messier Bugatti Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34-32-305, 
including Appendix A, dated April 13, 2015.
    (ix) Messier Bugatti Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34-32-306, 
Revision 1, including Appendix A, dated May 31, 2016.
    (3) For Airbus service information identified in this AD, 
contact Airbus SAS,

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Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 
Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 
93 45 80; email: [email protected]; Internet http://www.airbus.com.
    (4) For Messier-Bugatti-Dowty service information identified in 
this final rule, contact Messier Services Americas, Customer Support 
Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; phone: 703-450-
8233; fax: 703-404-1621; Internet: https://techpubs.services/messier-dowty.com.
    (5) 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.
    (6) 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.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 23, 2017.
Chris Spangenberg,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-13949 Filed 7-5-17; 8:45 am]
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Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 128 / Thursday, July 6, 2017 / Rules and Regulations 31245 onions for the 2011 through 2015 Chapter 35), the order’s information 27, 2017, is adopted as final without marketing years is $16.24 per 50-pound collection requirements have been change. equivalent. NASS has not released data previously approved by the OMB and Dated: June 29, 2017. regarding the 2016 marketing year at assigned OMB No. 0581–0178, Bruce Summers, this time. Multiplying the 2011–2015 Vegetable and Specialty Crops. No Acting Administrator, Agricultural Marketing marketing year average price of $16.24 changes in those requirements as a Service. by the estimated 2017 marketing year result of this action are necessary. [FR Doc. 2017–14177 Filed 7–5–17; 8:45 am] shipments of 325,000 50-pound Should any changes become necessary, BILLING CODE 3410–02–P equivalents yields an annual crop they would be submitted to OMB for revenue estimate of $5,278,000. The approval. estimated average annual revenue for This action imposes no additional each of the 30 producers is therefore reporting or recordkeeping requirements DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION calculated to be approximately $175,933 on either small or large Walla Walla ($5,278,000 divided by 30), which is sweet onion handlers. As with all Federal Aviation Administration less than the Small Business Federal marketing order programs, Administration threshold of $750,000. reports and forms are periodically 14 CFR Part 39 In view of the foregoing, the majority of reviewed to reduce information [Docket No. FAA–2016–3984; Directorate Walla Walla sweet onion producers, and requirements and duplication by Identifier 2014–NM–119–AD; Amendment all of the Walla Walla sweet onion industry and public sector agencies. 39–18945; AD 2017–14–01] handlers, may be classified as small USDA has not identified any relevant entities. RIN 2120–AA64 Federal rules that duplicate, overlap, or This rule continues in effect the conflict with this rule. action that decreased the assessment Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Comments on the interim rule were Airplanes rate established for the Committee and required to be received on or before collected from handlers for the 2017 and April 28, 2017. One comment was AGENCY: Federal Aviation subsequent fiscal periods from $0.22 to received during the comment period Administration (FAA), Department of $0.10 per 50-pound bag or equivalent of from an individual who was outside of Transportation (DOT). Walla Walla sweet onions handled. The the regulated production area. The ACTION: Final rule. Committee also unanimously comment was generally opposed to all recommended 2017 expenditures of government regulation. In the comment, SUMMARY: We are superseding $93,250. The assessment rate of $0.10 is the commenter failed to specifically Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–10– $0.12 lower than the previously address any of the merits of the rule. 03, which applied to all Airbus Model established assessment rate. Applying Accordingly, no changes have been A330–200, –200 Freighter, and –300 the $0.10 per 50-pound bag or made to the rule, based on the comment series airplanes; and Model A340–200, equivalent assessment rate to the received. –300, –500, and –600 series airplanes. Committee’s 325,000 50-pound bag or Therefore, for reasons given in the AD 2013–10–03 required one-time equivalent crop estimate should provide interim rule, we are adopting the inspections for deformation and damage $32,500 in assessment income. Thus, interim rule as a final rule, without of the bogie beams of the main landing income derived from handler change. gear (MLG); repetitive inspections for assessments, along with interest, other To view the interim rule, go to: damage and corrosion of the sliding income, and funds from the https://www.regulations.gov/ piston sub-assembly on certain Committee’s authorized reserve, will be document?D=AMS-SC-16-0116-0001. airplanes; and related investigative and adequate to cover budgeted expenses. This action also affirms information corrective actions if necessary. This new This action will allow the Committee to contained in the interim rule concerning AD removes Model A340–500 and 600 reduce its financial reserve while still Executive Orders 12866, 12988, 13175, series airplanes from the applicability; providing adequate funding to meet and 13563; the Paperwork Reduction removes certain one-time inspections of program expenses. Act (44 U.S.C. Chapter 35); and the E- the MLG bogie beams and the sliding This rule continues in effect the Gov Act (44 U.S.C. 101). piston sub-assembly; revises certain action that decreased the assessment After consideration of all relevant compliance times; and requires obligation imposed on handlers. material presented, it is hereby found replacement of certain MLGs with MLGs Assessments are applied uniformly on that finalizing the interim rule, without having an improved bogie beam, which all handlers, and some of the costs may change, as published in the Federal constitutes terminating action for the be passed on to producers. However, Register (82 FR 11789, February 27, repetitive inspections on the modified decreasing the assessment rate reduces 2017) will tend to effectuate the MLG. This AD was prompted by reports the burden on handlers and may reduce declared policy of the Act. of corroded and cracked bogie beams the burden on producers. under the bogie stop pad. We are issuing In addition, the Committee’s meeting List of Subjects in 7 CFR Part 956 this AD to address the unsafe condition was widely publicized throughout the Marketing agreements, Onions, on these products. Walla Walla sweet onion industry, and Reporting and recordkeeping all interested persons were invited to DATES: This AD is effective August 10, requirements. 2017. attend the meeting and participate in Committee deliberations on all issues. PART 956—SWEET ONIONS GROWN The Director of the Federal Register jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES Like all Committee meetings, the IN THE WALLA WALLA VALLEY IN approved the incorporation by reference December 6, 2016, meeting was a public SOUTHEAST WASHINGTON AND of certain publications listed in this AD meeting, and all entities, both large and NORTHEAST OREGON as of August 10, 2017. small, were able to express views on ADDRESSES: For Airbus service this issue. ■ Accordingly, the interim rule information identified in this final rule, In accordance with the Paperwork amending 7 CFR part 956, which was contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. published at 82 FR 11789 on February Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice VerDate Sep<11>2014 14:53 Jul 05, 2017 Jkt 241001 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\06JYR1.SGM 06JYR1

31246 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 128 / Thursday, July 6, 2017 / Rules and Regulations Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; March 1, 2016 (81 FR 10540) (‘‘the one-time inspection was retained in EASA telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 NPRM’’). The NPRM was prompted by AD 2011–0211 [which corresponds to FAA 5 61 93 45 80; email: reports of corroded and cracked bogie AD 2013–10–03], which superseded EASA AD 2008–0223, which also introduced airworthiness.A330–A340@airbus.com; beams under the bogie stop pad. The repetitive inspections, except for A340–500/ Internet http://www.airbus.com. NPRM proposed to remove Model –600 aeroplanes. For Messier-Bugatti-Dowty service A340–500, and –600 series airplanes After EASA AD 2011–0211 was issued, information identified in this final rule, from the applicability, remove certain further investigation led to the conclusion contact Messier Services Americas, one-time inspections of the MLG bogie that the one-time inspection was no longer Customer Support Center, 45360 Severn beams and the sliding piston sub- necessary and only the repetitive inspections Way, Sterling, VA 20166–8910; phone: assembly; revise certain compliance should remain. In addition, it was 703–450–8233; fax: 703–404–1621; times and provide, for certain airplanes, determined that repetitive inspections were also necessary for MLG on A340–500/–600 Internet: https://techpubs.services/ an optional terminating action for the aeroplanes. messier-dowty.com. repetitive actions. The SNPRM Prompted by these conclusions, EASA You may view this referenced service proposed to require replacement of a issued AD 2014–0120, partially retaining the information at the FAA, Transport MLG having part number (P/N) 201252 requirements of EASA AD 2011–0211, which Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue series and P/N 201490 series with a was superseded, and introducing repetitive SW., Renton, WA. For information on MLG that has an improved bogie beam, detailed inspections of the MLG on A340– the availability of this material at the which would constitute terminating 500 and A340–600 aeroplanes. Subsequently, FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also action for the repetitive inspections on further analysis indicated that repetitive inspections of the MLG on A340–500/–600 available on the Internet at http:// the modified MLG. We are issuing this aeroplanes were not necessary after all. In www.regulations.gov by searching for AD to detect and correct damage or addition, the threshold for the inspection of and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– corrosion under the bogie stop pad of MLG P/N 10–210 series was raised from 24 3984. both MLG bogie beams; this condition to 126 months, and Airbus developed a could result in a damaged bogie beam modification of the MLG P/N 10–210 series Examining the AD Docket which provides an (optional) terminating and consequent detachment of the beam You may examine the AD docket on from the airplane, collapse of the MLG, action for the repetitive inspections. the Internet at http:// or departure of the airplane from the Consequently, EASA AD 2014–0120 was www.regulations.gov by searching for revised to delete the requirements for A340– runway, possibly resulting in damage to 500/–600 aeroplanes, to amend the and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– the airplane and injury to occupants. inspection threshold for MLG P/N 10–210 3984; or in person at the Docket The European Aviation Safety Agency series, and to introduce an optional Management Facility between 9 a.m. (EASA), which is the Technical Agent terminating action for aeroplanes with MLG and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, for the Member States of the European P/N 10–210 series. except Federal holidays. The AD docket Union, has issued EASA AD 2016–0108, Since EASA AD 2014–0120R1 was issued, contains this AD, the regulatory dated June 8, 2016 (referred to after this Airbus developed a modification (mod evaluation, any comments received, and as the Mandatory Continuing 205289) of the MLG P/N 201252 series and other information. The address for the Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the P/N 201490 series that must be embodied in service with Airbus SB A330–32–3275 or SB Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527) MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition A340–32–4305. It was also identified that is Docket Management Facility, U.S. for certain Airbus Model A330–200, A340–500/–600 aeroplanes could be removed Department of Transportation, Docket –200 Freighter, and –300 series from the applicability of this [EASA] AD as Operations, M–30, West Building airplanes; and Model A340–200 and no more actions were required on these Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 –300 series airplanes. The MCAI states: aeroplanes. New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, During a scheduled maintenance For the reason described above, this DC 20590. inspection on the Main Landing Gear (MLG), [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA the bogie stop pad was found deformed and AD 2014–0120R1, which is superseded, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: cracked. Upon removal of the bogie stop pad removes the A340–500/–600 aeroplanes from Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, the Applicability and requires the International Branch, ANM–116, for replacement, the bogie beam was also found cracked. The results of a laboratory modification of the MLG P/N 201252 series Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, investigation indicated that an overload and P/N 201490 series, which constitutes 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA event had occurred and no fatigue terminating action for the repetitive 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1138; propagation of the crack was evident. A inspections required by this [EASA] AD. fax 425–227–1149. second bogie beam crack was subsequently The required actions include repetitive SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: found on another aeroplane, located under a detailed inspections for damage and bogie stop pad which only had superficial corrosion of the sliding piston sub- Discussion paint damage. assembly, and related investigative and This condition, if not detected and We issued a supplemental notice of corrective actions if necessary. Related corrected, could lead to landing gear bogie proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to detachment from the aeroplane, or landing investigative actions include a test for amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD gear collapse, or a runway excursion, indications of corrosion and damage to 2013–10–03, Amendment 39–17456 (78 possibly resulting in damage to the aeroplane the bogie assembly base material, and a FR 31386, May 24, 2013) (‘‘AD 2013– and injury to the occupants and/or people on magnetic particle inspection for cracks, 10–03’’). AD 2013–10–03 applied to all the ground. corrosion, and damage of the bogie Airbus Model A330–200, –200 To address this potential unsafe condition, beam. Corrective actions include Freighter, and –300 series airplanes; and EASA issued AD 2008–0223 [which repairing affected parts. jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES Model A340–200, –300, –500, and –600 corresponds to FAA AD 2010–02–10, The required terminating action (for a Amendment 39–16181 (75 FR 4477, January series airplanes. The SNPRM published MLG having P/N 201252 series or P/N 28, 2010)] to require accomplishment of a in the Federal Register on March 22, one-time detailed inspection under the bogie 201490 series) and the optional 2017 (82 FR 14642) (‘‘the SNPRM’’). We stop pad of both MLG bogie beams. As a terminating action (for a MLG having P/ preceded the SNPRM with a notice of result of the one-time inspection required by N 10–210 series) are modifications of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that that [EASA] AD, numerous bogie stop pad the bogie beam of a MLG, which consist published in the Federal Register on were found corroded and a few cracked. 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Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 128 / Thursday, July 6, 2017 / Rules and Regulations 31247 coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and which describe procedures for product. We have no way of new stop pad brackets. modification of the bogie beam of a determining the number of aircraft that You may examine the MCAI in the MLG having P/N 10–210 series on might need these actions. AD docket on the Internet at http:// Model A340 airplanes that include According to the manufacturer, all of www.regulations.gov by searching for installing a nickel under chrome the parts costs of the optional and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and terminating action specified in this AD 3984. new stop pad brackets. These service may be covered under warranty, thereby bulletins are distinct due to editorial reducing the cost impact on affected Comments revisions. individuals. We do not control warranty We gave the public the opportunity to • Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– coverage for affected individuals. As a participate in developing this AD. We 4305, dated December 23, 2015, which result, we have included all costs in our considered the comment received. Air describes procedures for modification of cost estimate. We have received no Line Pilots Association, International the bogie beam of a MLG having P/N definitive data that would enable us to supported the SNPRM. 201252 series or P/N 201490 series on provide the work-hour cost estimates for Conclusion Model A340 airplanes that includes the optional terminating action installing a nickel under chrome specified in this AD. We reviewed the available data, coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and including the comment received, and new stop pad brackets. Authority for This Rulemaking determined that air safety and the Messier-Bugatti-Dowty has issued the public interest require adopting this AD following service information. Title 49 of the United States Code as proposed except for minor editorial • Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service specifies the FAA’s authority to issue changes. We have determined that these Bulletin A33/34–32–305, including rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, minor changes: Appendix A, dated April 13, 2015, section 106, describes the authority of • Are consistent with the intent that which describes procedures for the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: was proposed in the SNPRM for modification of the bogie beam of a Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more correcting the unsafe condition; and MLG having MLG P/N 10–210 series detail the scope of the Agency’s • Do not add any additional burden that includes installing a nickel under authority. upon the public than was already chrome coating, a new bogie beam stop We are issuing this rulemaking under proposed in the SNPRM. pad, and new stop pad brackets. the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Related Service Information Under 1 • Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: CFR Part 51 Bulletin A33/34–32–306, Revision 1, General requirements.’’ Under that including Appendix A, dated May 31, section, Congress charges the FAA with Airbus has issued the following 2016, which describes procedures for promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in service information. modification of the bogie beam of a air commerce by prescribing regulations • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– MLG having P/N 201252 series or P/N for practices, methods, and procedures 3248, Revision 05, including Appendix 201490 series that includes installing a the Administrator finds necessary for 1, dated May 4, 2016; and Airbus nickel under chrome coating, a new safety in air commerce. This regulation Service Bulletin A340–32–4286, bogie beam stop pad, and new stop pad is within the scope of that authority Revision 02, including Appendix 1, brackets. because it addresses an unsafe condition dated January 5, 2016; which describe This service information is reasonably that is likely to exist or develop on procedures for doing an inspection for available because the interested parties products identified in this rulemaking damage and corrosion of the MLG have access to it through their normal action. sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie beam course of business or by the means stop pad and the bogie beam under the identified in the ADDRESSES section. Regulatory Findings stop pad, and related investigative and Costs of Compliance We determined that this AD will not corrective actions. These documents are have federalism implications under distinct since they apply to different We estimate that this AD affects 89 Executive Order 13132. This AD will airplane models. Model A330–200, –200 Freighter, and • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– not have a substantial direct effect on –300 series airplanes of U.S. registry. 3268, Revision 01, dated September 21, the States, on the relationship between We estimate that it will take about 13 2015, which describes procedures for the national government and the States, work-hours per product to comply with modification of the bogie beam of a or on the distribution of power and the basic requirements of this AD. The MLG having P/N 10–210 series on responsibilities among the various average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Model A330 airplanes that includes levels of government. Based on these figures, we estimate the installing a nickel under chrome cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be For the reasons discussed above, I coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and $98,345, or $1,105 per product. certify that this AD: new stop pad brackets. Currently, there are no Model A340– 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory • Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– 200 or –300 series airplanes on the U.S. action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 3275, dated December 23, 2015, which Register. However, if an affected 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the describes procedures for modification of airplane is imported and placed on the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures the bogie beam of a MLG having P/N U.S. Register in the future, it would be (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 201252 series or P/N 201490 series on subject to the same per-airplane cost jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES Model A330 airplanes that includes specified above for the Model A330– 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in installing a nickel under chrome 200, –200 Freighter, and –300 series Alaska; and coating, a new bogie beam stop pad, and airplanes. 4. Will not have a significant new stop pad brackets. 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31248 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 128 / Thursday, July 6, 2017 / Rules and Regulations List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (g) Repetitive Inspections, Related (1) For airplanes identified in paragraph Investigative Actions, and Corrective (g)(1) of this AD having a MLG P/N 201252 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Actions series or P/N 201490 series: Before the safety, Incorporation by reference, For Model A330–200, –200 Freighter, and accumulation of 2,500 total flight cycles or 24 Safety. –300 series airplanes; and Model A340–200 months, whichever occurs first since the later and –300 series airplanes; equipped with a of the times specified in paragraphs (h)(1)(i) Adoption of the Amendment MLG having part number (P/N) 201252 and (h)(1)(ii) of this AD. series, P/N 201490 series, or P/N 10–210 (i) Since first flight after a MLG overhaul. Accordingly, under the authority series: Do the applicable actions required by (ii) Since first flight after the most recent delegated to me by the Administrator, paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD. accomplishment of an inspection of the MLG, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as (1) For airplanes equipped, as of the as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330– follows: effective date of this AD, with a MLG that has 32–3220, Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– been previously inspected, as specified in 3248, Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4264, PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3220, or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4286, as Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3248, applicable. DIRECTIVES (2) For airplanes identified in paragraph Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4264, or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4286, as (g)(1) of this AD having a MLG P/N 10–210 ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 applicable: At the applicable times specified series: Before the accumulation of 126 continues to read as follows: in paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD, do months since first flight of the MLG on an a detailed inspection for damage (e.g., airplane or since first flight on an airplane Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. after the most recent inspection of the MLG, cracking and fretting) and corrosion of the § 39.13 [Amended] MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330– beam stop pad, and the bogie beam under the 32–3248, or Airbus Service Bulletin A340– ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by stop pad; and do all applicable related 32–4286, as applicable. removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) investigative and corrective actions; in (3) For airplanes identified in paragraph accordance with the Accomplishment (g)(2) of this AD having a MLG P/N 201252 2013–10–03, Amendment 39–17456 (78 series or P/N 201490 series: At the later of Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– FR 31386, May 24, 2013), and adding 32–3248, Revision 05, including Appendix 1, the times specified in paragraphs (h)(3)(i) and the following new AD: dated May 4, 2016; or Airbus Service Bulletin (h)(3)(ii) of this AD. 2017–14–01 Airbus: Amendment 39–18945; A340–32–4286, Revision 02, including (i) Before the accumulation of 2,500 total Docket No. FAA–2016–3984; Directorate Appendix 1, dated January 5, 2016; as flight cycles or 24 months, whichever occurs Identifier 2014–NM–119–AD. applicable; except as required by paragraph first since the later of the times specified in (j) of this AD. Do all applicable related paragraphs (h)(3)(i)(A) and (h)(3)(i)(B) of this (a) Effective Date investigative and corrective actions before AD. This AD is effective August 10, 2017. further flight. Repeat the inspection of the (A) Since first flight of the MLG on an MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie airplane. (b) Affected ADs beam stop pad, and the bogie beam under the (B) Since first flight after a MLG overhaul. This AD replaces AD 2013–10–03, stop pad, thereafter, at intervals not to exceed (ii) Within 16 months after the effective Amendment 39–17456 (78 FR 31386, May 24, 2,500 flight cycles or 24 months, whichever date of this AD. 2013) (‘‘AD 2013–10–03’’). occurs first. (4) For airplanes identified in paragraph (2) For airplanes equipped, as of the (g)(2) of this AD having a MLG P/N 10–210 (c) Applicability effective date of this AD, with a MLG that has series: Before the accumulation of 126 This AD applies to Airbus airplanes not been previously inspected, as specified in months since first flight of the MLG on an identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3220, airplane. this AD, certificated in any category, all serial Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3248, Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4264, or (i) Optional Overhaul numbers, except those airplanes that have Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4286, as For the purposes of this AD, embodied Airbus Modification 204421 or accomplishment of a MLG overhaul is applicable: At the applicable times specified Airbus Modification 205289 in production. acceptable instead of an inspection required in paragraphs (h)(3) and (h)(4) of this AD, do (1) Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223, a detailed inspection for damage (e.g., by paragraph (g) of this AD. The inspections –223F, –243, –243F, –301, –302, –303, –321, cracking and fretting) and corrosion of the required by paragraph (g) of this AD are not –322, –323, –341, –342, and –343 airplanes. MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie terminated by a MLG overhaul, but are (2) Model A340–211, –212, –213, –311, beam stop pad, and the bogie beam under the required at the next applicable compliance –312, and –313 airplanes. stop pad; and do all applicable related time required by paragraph (g) of this AD. (d) Subject investigative and corrective actions; in accordance with the Accomplishment (j) Service Information Exception Air Transport Association (ATA) of Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– If the applicable service information America Code 32, Landing gear. 32–3248, Revision 05, including Appendix 1, specified in paragraph (g) of this AD specifies (e) Reason dated May 4, 2016; or Airbus Service Bulletin to contact Messier-Dowty for instructions, or A340–32–4286, Revision 02, including if any repair required by paragraph (g) of this This AD was prompted by reports of Appendix 1, dated January 5, 2016; as AD is beyond the maximum repair allowance corroded and cracked bogie beams under the applicable; except as required by paragraph specified in the applicable service bogie stop pad. We are issuing this AD to (j) of this AD. Do all applicable related information specified in paragraph (g) of this detect and correct damage or corrosion under investigative and corrective actions before AD: Before further flight, repair using a the bogie stop pad of both main landing gear further flight. Repeat the inspection of the method approved by the Manager, (MLG) bogie beams; this condition could MLG sliding piston sub-assembly, bogie International Branch, ANM–116, Transport result in a damaged bogie beam and beam stop pad, and the bogie beam under the Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European consequent detachment of the beam from the stop pad, thereafter, at intervals not to exceed Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus’s airplane, collapse of the MLG, or departure 2,500 flight cycles or 24 months, whichever EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES of the airplane from the runway, possibly occurs first. resulting in damage to the airplane and (k) MLG Modification injury to occupants. (h) Compliance Times for the Actions For airplanes equipped with a MLG having Required by Paragraph (g) of This AD P/N 201252 series or a MLG having P/N (f) Compliance Do the applicable actions required by 201490 series: Before the accumulation of Comply with this AD within the paragraph (g) of this AD at the applicable 126 months since first flight of the MLG on compliance times specified, unless already time specified in paragraph (h)(1), (h)(2), an airplane or since first flight on an airplane done. (h)(3), or (h)(4) of this AD. after the most recent overhaul as of the VerDate Sep<11>2014 14:53 Jul 05, 2017 Jkt 241001 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\06JYR1.SGM 06JYR1

Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 128 / Thursday, July 6, 2017 / Rules and Regulations 31249 effective date of this AD, as applicable, modification specified in paragraph (m)(1) of accomplished using a method approved by replace that MLG with a MLG having P/N this AD has not been done: After the Manager, International Branch, ANM– 201252 series or a MLG having P/N 201490 modification of that airplane, as specified in 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or series that has an improved bogie beam, as paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved defined in Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– by the DOA, the approval must include the 3275, dated December 23, 2015; or Airbus (o) Credit for Previous Actions DOA-authorized signature. Service Bulletin A340–32–4305, dated (1) This paragraph provides credit for the (3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except December 23, 2015; as applicable; and in actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, as required by paragraph (j) of this AD: If any accordance with the Accomplishment if those actions were performed before the service information contains procedures or Instructions of Messier-Bugatti-Dowty effective date of this AD using the service tests that are identified as RC, those Service Bulletin A33/34–32–306, Revision 1, information identified in paragraphs (o)(1)(i) procedures and tests must be done to comply including Appendix A, dated May 31, 2016. through (o)(1)(vii) or (o)(2) of this AD, as with this AD; any procedures or tests that are applicable. not identified as RC are recommended. Those (l) Terminating Action Limitation (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3248, procedures and tests that are not identified Accomplishment of corrective actions dated October 5, 2011, which is not as RC may be deviated from using accepted required by paragraph (g) of this AD does not incorporated by reference in this AD. methods in accordance with the operator’s constitute terminating action for the (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3248, maintenance or inspection program without repetitive inspections required by this AD. Revision 01, including Appendix 01, dated obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided (m) Terminating Action for Certain December 13, 2012, which was incorporated the procedures and tests identified as RC can Airplanes by reference in AD 2013–10–03. be done and the airplane can be put back in (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or (1) For airplanes with any MLG having P/ 3248, Revision 02, dated April 16, 2014, changes to procedures or tests identified as N 10–210 series: Modification of the bogie which is not incorporated by reference in this RC require approval of an AMOC. beam of each MLG having P/N 10–210 series, AD. as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330– (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– (q) Related Information 32–3268, Revision 01, dated September 21, 3248, Revision 03, dated November 27, 2014, (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing 2015; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– which is not incorporated by reference in this Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 4300, dated April 20, 2015; or Revision 01, AD. 2016–0108, dated June 8, 2016, for related dated September 21, 2015; as applicable; and (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3248, information. This MCAI may be found in the in accordance with the Accomplishment Revision 04, dated January 5, 2016, which is AD docket on the Internet at http:// Instructions of Messier-Bugatti-Dowty not incorporated by reference in this AD. www.regulations.gov by searching for and Service Bulletin A33/34–32–305, including (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– locating Docket No. FAA–2016–3984. Appendix A, dated April 13, 2015; 4286, dated October 5, 2011, which was (2) For more information about this AD, constitutes terminating action for the incorporated by reference in AD 2013–10–03. contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace repetitive inspection requirements of this AD (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, for that airplane, provided that, following in- 4286, Revision 01, dated November 27, 2014, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 service modification, the airplane remains in the post-service bulletin configuration. which is not incorporated by reference in this Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; (2) For airplanes with any MLG having P/ AD. telephone 425–227–1138; fax 425–227–1149. N 201252 series or P/N 201490 series: (2) This paragraph provides credit for the (3) Service information identified in this Installation of both left-hand and right-hand actions required by paragraph (k) of this AD, AD that is not incorporated by reference is MLG having P/N 201252 series or P/N if those actions were performed before the available at the addresses specified in 201490 series that has an improved bogie effective date of this AD using Messier- paragraphs (r)(3), (r)(4), and (r)(5) of this AD. beam, as required by paragraph (k) of this Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin A33/34–32– 306, dated December 21, 2015, which is not (r) Material Incorporated by Reference AD, constitutes terminating action for the incorporated by reference in this AD. (1) The Director of the Federal Register repetitive inspections requirements of this approved the incorporation by reference AD for that airplane, provided that, following (p) Other FAA AD Provisions in-service modification, the airplane remains (IBR) of the service information listed in this in the post-service bulletin configuration. The following provisions also apply to this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR AD: part 51. (n) Parts Installation Prohibition (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (2) You must use this service information Do not install on any airplane a pre-Airbus (AMOCs): The Manager, International as applicable to do the actions required by modification MLG having P/N 201252 series Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. or a pre-Airbus modification MLG having P/ Directorate, FAA, has the authority to (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3248, N 201490 series, as specified in paragraph approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested Revision 05, including Appendix 1, dated (n)(1) or (n)(2) of this AD, as applicable; or using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. May 4, 2016. a pre-Airbus modification MLG having P/N In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32–3268, 10–210 series, as specified in paragraph request to your principal inspector or local Revision 01, dated September 21, 2015. (n)(3) or (n)(4) of this AD, as applicable. Flight Standards District Office, as (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–32– (1) For any airplane that is in a post-Airbus appropriate. If sending information directly 3275, dated December 23, 2015. Modification 205289 configuration, or on to the manager of the International Branch, (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– which the modification required by send it to the attention of the person 4286, Revision 02, including Appendix 1, paragraph (k) of this AD has been done: From identified in paragraph (q)(2) of this AD. dated January 5, 2016. the effective date of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32–4300, (2) For any airplane that is in a pre-Airbus AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. dated April 20, 2015. Modification 205289 configuration, or on (i) Before using any approved AMOC, (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– which the modification required by notify your appropriate principal inspector, 4300, Revision 01, dated September 21, 2015. paragraph (k) of this AD has not been done: or lacking a principal inspector, the manager (vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–32– After modification of that airplane, as of the local flight standards district office/ 4305, dated December 23, 2015. jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES required by paragraph (k) of this AD. certificate holding district office. (viii) Messier Bugatti Dowty Service (3) For any airplane that is in post-Airbus (ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD Bulletin A33/34–32–305, including Modification 204421 configuration, or on 2013–10–03 are not approved as AMOCs Appendix A, dated April 13, 2015. which the modification specified in with this AD. (ix) Messier Bugatti Dowty Service Bulletin paragraph (m)(1) of this AD has been done: (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the A33/34–32–306, Revision 1, including From the effective date of this AD. effective date of this AD, for any requirement Appendix A, dated May 31, 2016. (4) For an airplane that is in pre-Airbus in this AD to obtain corrective actions from (3) For Airbus service information Modification 204421, or on which the a manufacturer, the action must be identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, VerDate Sep<11>2014 14:53 Jul 05, 2017 Jkt 241001 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\06JYR1.SGM 06JYR1

31250 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 128 / Thursday, July 6, 2017 / Rules and Regulations Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point ADDRESSES: For service information potentially resulting in loss of control of Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, identified in this final rule, contact the airplane. France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Transport Canada Civil Aviation +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: (TCCA), which is the aviation authority Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com. Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; for Canada, has issued Canadian AD (4) For Messier-Bugatti-Dowty service telephone 416–375–4000; fax 416–375– CF–2016–27, dated September 14, 2016 information identified in this final rule, 4539; email thd.qseries@ (referred to after this as the Mandatory contact Messier Services Americas, Customer aero.bombardier.com; Internet http:// Continuing Airworthiness Information, Support Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, www.bombardier.com. You may view or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe VA 20166–8910; phone: 703–450–8233; fax: this referenced service information at condition for certain Bombardier, Inc., 703–404–1621; Internet: https:// the FAA, Transport Airplane Model DHC–8–401 and DHC–8–402 techpubs.services/messier-dowty.com. airplanes. The MCAI states: Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., (5) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, Renton, WA. For information on the An operator reported that the flying pilot 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For availability of this material at the FAA, was unable to move the rudder pedal due to information on the availability of this call 425–227–1221. It is also available an obstruction caused by the non-flying material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. on the Internet at http:// pilot’s foot. The shoe belonging to the non- (6) You may view this service information www.regulations.gov by searching for flying pilot was placed between the rudder that is incorporated by reference at the and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– pedal and the newly installed wiring shroud National Archives and Records and prevented rudder pedal movement. The 0125. wiring shroud was installed to support the Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call Examining the AD Docket wire harnesses installed below the cockpit 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// instrument panel. You may examine the AD docket on If not corrected, this condition could www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- locations.html. the Internet at http:// prevent rudder movement during critical www.regulations.gov by searching for phases of flight or ground operation, and Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 23, and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– result in loss of control of the aeroplane. 2017. This [Canadian] AD was issued to re-work 0125; or in person at the Docket Chris Spangenberg, Management Facility between 9 a.m. the wiring shrouds to eliminate potential for Acting Manager, Transport Airplane obstruction. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. except Federal holidays. The AD docket You may examine the MCAI in the [FR Doc. 2017–13949 Filed 7–5–17; 8:45 am] contains this AD, the regulatory AD docket on the Internet at http:// BILLING CODE 4910–13–P evaluation, any comments received, and www.regulations.gov by searching for other information. The street address for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– 0125. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 5527) is Docket Management Facility, Comments U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration We gave the public the opportunity to Docket Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, participate in developing this AD. The 14 CFR Part 39 following presents the comments 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., [Docket No. FAA–2017–0125; Directorate Washington, DC 20590. received on the NPRM and the FAA’s Identifier 2016–NM–193–AD; Amendment response to each comment. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 39–18946; AD 2017–14–02] Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, Support for the NPRM RIN 2120–AA64 Airframe and Mechanical Systems The Air Line Pilots Association, Branch, ANE–171, FAA, New York International, stated that it supports the Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Inc., Airplanes NPRM. Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, AGENCY: Federal Aviation NY 11590; telephone: 516–228–7318; Request To Refer to Updated Service Administration (FAA), Department of fax: 516–794–5531. Information and Provide Credit Transportation (DOT). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Horizon Air requested that we revise ACTION: Final rule. the proposed AD to refer to the newest Discussion version of the service information, SUMMARY: We are adopting a new We issued a notice of proposed Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–25–169, airworthiness directive (AD) for certain rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR Revision B, dated February 17, 2017. Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC–8–401 part 39 by adding an AD that would Horizon Air also asked that we provide and DHC–8–402 airplanes. This AD was apply to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model credit for previous actions done using prompted by a report that a pilot was DHC–8–401 and DHC–8–402 airplanes. Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–25–169, unable to move the rudder pedal due to The NPRM published in the Federal Revision A, dated April 25, 2016. an obstruction. This AD requires an Register on March 2, 2017 (82 FR We agree with the commenter’s inspection to determine if wiring 12301). The NPRM was prompted by a requests. We have determined that the shrouds are present, and modifying the report that a pilot was unable to move new service information does not wiring shrouds if necessary. We are the rudder pedal due to an obstruction. require any additional actions for issuing this AD to address the unsafe The NPRM proposed to require an airplanes modified using Revision A. jstallworth on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with RULES condition on these products. inspection to determine if wiring We have revised this AD to refer to DATES: This AD is effective August 10, shrouds are present, and modifying the Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–25–169, 2017. wiring shrouds if necessary. We are Revision B, dated February 17, 2017. We The Director of the Federal Register issuing this AD to prevent an have also added paragraph (h) to this approved the incorporation by reference obstruction that could prevent rudder AD to provide credit for previous of a certain publication listed in this AD pedal movement during critical phases actions and redesignated subsequent as of August 10, 2017. of flight or ground operations, paragraphs accordingly. 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Document Created: 2017-07-06 01:05:13
Document Modified: 2017-07-06 01:05:13
CategoryRegulatory Information
CollectionFederal Register
sudoc ClassAE 2.7:
GS 4.107:
AE 2.106:
PublisherOffice of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
SectionRules and Regulations
ActionFinal rule.
DatesThis AD is effective August 10, 2017.
ContactVladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149.
FR Citation82 FR 31245 
RIN Number2120-AA64
CFR AssociatedAir Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety
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