82 FR 40479 - Airworthiness Directives; ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 164 (August 25, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 164 (August 25, 2017)
| Page Range | 40479-40484 | |
| FR Document | 2017-17398 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 164 (Friday, August 25, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 40479-40484] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-17398] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0516; Product Identifier 2016-NM-125-AD; Amendment 39-19000; AD 2017-17-10] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2015-23-12, which applied to all ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes. AD 2015-23-12 required identifying the serial number and part number of the main landing gear (MLG) rear hinge pins, and replacing pins or the MLG if necessary. This AD retains the requirements of AD 2015-23-12, requires replacing certain additional MLG hinge pins, and reduces certain compliance times. This AD was prompted by a new occurrence of a cracked MLG rear hinge pin. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective September 29, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 29, 2017. [[Page 40480]] The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional, 1, All[eacute]e Pierre Nadot, 31712 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.aerochain.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 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-2017-0516. 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- 0516; 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1112; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2015-23-12, Amendment 39-18329 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015) (``AD 2015-23-12''). AD 2015-23-12 applied to all ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 31, 2017 (82 FR 24906). The NPRM was prompted by a new occurrence of a cracked MLG rear hinge pin. The NPRM proposed to continue to require identifying the serial number and part number of the MLG rear hinge pins, and replacing pins or the MLG if necessary. The NPRM also proposed to require replacing certain additional MLG hinge pins, and reducing certain compliance times. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracked rear hinge pins, which could lead to MLG structural failure, possibly resulting in collapse of the MLG and consequent injury to the occupants of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0135, dated July 8, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes. The MCAI states: Prompted by cases of rupture of main landing gear (MLG) rear hinge pin part number (P/N) D61000 encountered in service in 1994 and 1996, DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile] France issued AD 96-131-064 (B) for ATR42 aeroplanes and AD 96-096-029 (B) for ATR72 aeroplanes to require inspection and, depending on findings, corrective action. Since those [French] ADs were issued, new occurrences of cracked rear hinge pin P/N [part number] D61000 were reported on ATR72 MLG. The result of subsequent investigation revealed that the affected pins were subjected to a non-detected thermal abuse done in production during grinding process. Analysis also showed that other MLG pin P/N's could be affected by the same production issue. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to structural failure and consequent collapse of the MLG, possibly resulting in damage to the aeroplane and injury to the occupants. To address this potential unsafe condition, EASA issued AD 2014- 0074 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2015-23-12] to require inspection and, depending on findings, replacement of affected pins. After EASA AD 2014-0074 was issued, a new occurrence was reported of a cracked MLG hinge pin P/N D62055 installed on the MLG Side Brace of an ATR42 aeroplane. This new occurrence was also identified as related to a non-detected thermal abuse done in production during grinding process. Prompted by this new occurrence, Messier Bugatti Dowty (MBD) updated the list of MLG hinge pins affected by this unsafe condition by adding serial numbers (S/N), which were previously not considered by EASA AD 2014-0074. In addition, it was determined that the compliance time for replacement of pins with P/N D62055 must be reduced. The six affected MBD Service Bulletins (SB) were revised accordingly, and six new ones were also published to address this issue. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2014-0074, which is superseded, but addresses an expanded MLG hinge pin population with appropriate compliance time(s). 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- 0516. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Messier-Bugatti-Dowty has issued the following service information, which describes procedures for inspecting and replacing the MLG hinge pin. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models and different MLG hinge pin part numbers. Service Bulletin 631-32-213, Revision 2, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-214, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-215, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 3, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-219, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-220, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-224, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-231, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-232, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-233, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-234, dated March 15, 2016. Service Bulletin 631-32-235, dated March 15, 2016. 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 will affect 63 airplanes of U.S. registry. [[Page 40481]] The actions required by AD 2015-23-12, and retained in this AD take about 8 work-hours per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $16,000 per product. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that are required by AD 2015-23-12 is $16,680 per product. We also estimate that it will take about 8 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $16,000 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $1,050,840, or $16,680 per product. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of 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. 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. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. 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. 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) 2015-23-12, Amendment 39-18329 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015), and adding the following new AD: 2017-17-10 ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional: Amendment 39-19000; Docket No. FAA-2017-0516; Product Identifier 2016-NM-125- AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 29, 2017. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2015-23-12, Amendment 39-18329 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015) (``AD 2015-23-12''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional Model ATR42-200, -300, -320, and -500 airplanes; and ATR72-101, - 201, -102, -202, -211, -212, and -212A airplanes; certificated in any category; all certified models; all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing Gear. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a new occurrence of a cracked main landing gear (MLG) rear hinge pin. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracked rear hinge pins, which could lead to MLG structural failure, possibly resulting in collapse of the MLG and consequent injury to the occupants of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Hinge Pin Identification and Replacement for Model ATR72 Airplanes, With Terminating Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2015-23-12, with terminating action. For Model ATR72 airplanes: Within 12 months after December 29, 2015 (the effective date of AD 2015-23-12), inspect for the serial number of the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) MLG rear hinge pins having part number (P/N) D61000. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this identification if the part number and serial number of the LH and RH MLG rear hinge pins can be conclusively determined from that review. If a rear hinge pin having P/N D61000 has a serial number listed in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, dated December 16, 2013; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32- 216, Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013; as applicable: Within 12 months after December 29, 2015, replace the pin with a serviceable part as identified in paragraph (h) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, dated December 16, 2013; or Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013; as applicable. Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (l) of this AD terminates the inspection required by this paragraph. Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (m) or (o) of this AD terminates the actions required by this paragraph. (h) Retained Definition of Serviceable Hinge Pin for Model ATR72 Airplanes for Paragraph (g) of This AD, With No Changes This paragraph restates the definition in paragraph (h) of AD 2015-23-12, with no changes. For Model ATR72 airplanes: For purposes of paragraph (g) of this AD, a serviceable MLG rear hinge pin is a pin that is specified in paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD. (1) A hinge pin that is not identified in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, dated December 16, 2013; or Messier- Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013; as applicable. (2) A hinge pin that has been inspected and reconditioned, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, dated December 16, 2013; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013; as applicable. [[Page 40482]] (i) Retained MLG Pin Identification and Replacement for Model ATR72 Airplanes, With Terminating Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD 2015-23-12, with terminating action. For Model ATR72 airplanes: At the earlier of the times specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD, inspect all LH and RH MLG pins for a part number and serial number listed in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631- 32-214, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-219, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if the part number and serial number of the LH and RH MLG pin can be conclusively determined from that review. If any affected MLG pin is found: At the earlier of the compliance times specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD, replace the MLG with a serviceable MLG as identified in paragraph (j) of this AD, using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (l) of this AD terminates the inspection for the part number and serial number of the LH and RH MLG rear hinge pins required by this paragraph. Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (m) or (o) of this AD terminates the actions required by this paragraph. (1) No later than the next MLG overhaul scheduled after December 29, 2015 (the effective date of AD 2015-23-12). (2) Within 20,000 flight cycles or 9 years, whichever occurs first, accumulated since installation of the MLG on an airplane since new or since last overhaul, as applicable. (j) Retained Definition of Serviceable MLG for Model ATR72 Airplanes for Paragraph (i) of This AD, With No Changes This paragraph restates the definition in paragraph (j) of AD 2015-23-12, with no changes. For Model ATR72 airplanes: For purposes of paragraph (i) of this AD, a serviceable MLG is one that incorporates pins specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2) of this AD. (1) Pins that are not identified in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-214, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier- Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-219, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable. (2) Pins that have been inspected and reconditioned in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-214, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-219, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable. (k) Retained MLG Pin Identification and Replacement for Model ATR42 Airplanes, With Terminating Action This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (k) of AD 2015-23-12, with terminating action. Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (l) of this AD terminates the actions required by paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (m) or (o) of this AD terminates the actions required by paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. (1) For Model ATR42 airplanes: Within the compliance time identified in paragraph (k)(1)(i) or (k)(1)(ii) of this AD, whichever occurs first, inspect for any LH and RH MLG pins having a part number and serial number listed in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier- Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this identification if the part number and serial number of the LH and RH MLG pin can be conclusively determined from that review. (i) No later than the next MLG overhaul scheduled after December 29, 2015 (the effective date of AD 2015-23-12). (ii) Within 20,000 flight cycles or 9 years, whichever occurs first, accumulated since installation of the MLG on an airplane since new or since last overhaul, as applicable. (2) If the MLG pin having a part number and serial number listed in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable; is found to be installed during the identification required by paragraph (k)(1) of this AD, within the compliance time identified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD, replace the MLG with a serviceable MLG, using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or ATR-GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional's EASA DOA. For the purposes of this paragraph, a serviceable MLG is a part that has pins identified in paragraph (k)(2)(i) or (k)(2)(ii) of this AD. (i) Pins that are not listed in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable. (ii) Pins that have been inspected and reconditioned, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, dated January 13, 2014; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, dated March 3, 2014; as applicable. (l) New Requirement of This AD: Hinge Pin Identification Within the applicable compliance time specified in, and in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of, the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, as applicable to the airplane model and MLG hinge part number, identify the serial number (S/N) of the LH and RH MLG hinge pins. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this identification if the part number and serial number of the LH and RH MLG hinge pins can be conclusively determined from that review. Accomplishment of the actions required by this paragraph terminates the inspections required by paragraphs (g), (i), and (k)(1) of this AD. Figure 1 to Paragraphs (l) Through (p) of This AD--Model ATR72 Airplanes ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Applicable Messier- MLG hinge part Nos. Bugatti-Dowty Compliance time service bulletins ------------------------------------------------------------------------ D60955, D60968, D60999, Messier-Bugatti- A or B, whichever D61032, D61061. Dowty Service occurs first: Bulletin A: Not later than 631[dash]32-214, the next scheduled Revision 1, dated MLG overhaul after March 15, 2016, the effective date Messier-Bugatti- of this AD. Dowty Service B: Within 20,000 Bulletin flight cycles or 9 631[dash]32-219, years, whichever Revision 1, dated occurs first, March 15, 2016, or. accumulated since Messier-Bugatti- first installation Dowty Service of a MLG on an Bulletin airplane since new, 631[dash]32-233, or since last dated March 15, overhaul, as 2016.. applicable. D61000...................... Messier-Bugatti- Within 12 months Dowty Service after the effective Bulletin date of this AD. 631[dash]32-213, Revision 2, dated March 15, 2016, Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631[dash]32-216, Revision 3, dated March 15, 2016, or Messier-Bugatti- Dowty Service Bulletin 631[dash]32-232, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ [[Page 40483]] Figure 2 to Paragraphs (l) Through (p) of This AD--Model ATR42 Airplanes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Applicable Messier-Bugatti- MLG hinge part Nos. Airplane model(s) Dowty service bulletins Compliance time ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- D62054, D63823, D63825............ All.................. Messier-Bugatti-Dowty A or B, whichever occurs Service Bulletin first: 631[dash]32[dash]215, A: Not later than the Revision 1, dated March next scheduled MLG 15, 2016, overhaul after the effective date of this AD. Messier-Bugatti-Dowty B: Within 20,000 flight Service Bulletin cycles or 9 years, 631[dash]32[dash]220, whichever occurs first, Revision 1, dated March accumulated since first 15, 2016, or installation of a MLG on Messier-Bugatti-Dowty an airplane since new, Service Bulletin or since last overhaul, 631[dash]32[dash]235, as applicable. dated March 15, 2016.. D56800, D56800-1, D56809, D56841, ATR42-300............ Messier-Bugatti-Dowty A or B, whichever occurs D57261, D57401, D57407, D58807, Service Bulletin first: D62079. 631[dash]32[dash]215, A: Not later than the Revision 1, dated March next scheduled MLG 15, 2016, overhaul after the Messier-Bugatti-Dowty effective date of this Service Bulletin AD. 631[dash]32[dash]220, B: Within 20,000 flight Revision 1, dated March cycles or 9 years, 15, 2016, or. whichever occurs first, Messier-Bugatti-Dowty accumulated since first Service Bulletin installation of a MLG on 631[dash]32[dash]235, an airplane since new, dated March 15, 2016.. or since last overhaul, as applicable. D62055............................ All.................. Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Within 24 months after Service Bulletin the effective date of 631[dash]32[dash]224, this AD. dated March 15, 2016, Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631[dash]32[dash]231, dated March 15, 2016, or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32- 234, dated March 15, 2016. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (m) New MLG Hinge Pin Replacement If, during the identification required by paragraph (l) of this AD, an MLG hinge pin with a serial number listed in the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin is found to be installed: Within the compliance time specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, as applicable to airplane model and MLG hinge pin part number, replace each affected MLG hinge pin with a serviceable MLG hinge pin. The replacement must be done in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, as applicable to the airplane model and MLG hinge part number, except as required by paragraph (o) of this AD. Accomplishment of the actions required by this paragraph terminates the actions required by paragraphs (g) and (i) of this AD. Accomplishment of the actions required by this paragraph terminates the replacement required by paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. (n) New Definition of Serviceable Hinge Pins for Paragraph (m) of This AD For the purpose of paragraph (m) of this AD, a serviceable MLG hinge pin is a pin that is specified in paragraph (n)(1) or (n)(2) of this AD. (1) A hinge pin that does not belong to the identified batch as listed in the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, as applicable to the airplane model and MLG hinge part number. (2) A hinge pin that can be identified, through the MLG maintenance records, as having been inspected and reconditioned in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, as applicable to the airplane model and MLG hinge part number. (o) New MLG Hinge Pin Replacement Procedures If, during accomplishment of the MLG hinge pin replacement required by paragraph (m) of this AD, the applicable Messier- Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, does not specify the MLG hinge pin replacement procedure, do the MLG hinge pin replacement using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional's EASA DOA. Do the MLG hinge pin replacement at the applicable compliance time specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. Accomplishment of the actions required by this paragraph terminates the hinge pin replacement required by paragraphs (g), (i), and (k)(2) of this AD. (p) New Parts Installation Limitation As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install on any airplane an MLG hinge pin having a part number identified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, and having a serial number defined in the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, or figure 2 to paragraphs (l) through (p) of this AD, as applicable to the airplane model and MLG hinge part number, unless the part can be conclusively identified, through the MLG maintenance records, as having been inspected and reconditioned in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin. (q) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph restates the credit provided in paragraph (l) of AD 2015-23-12, with no changes. This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before December 29, 2015 (the effective date of AD 2105-23-12), using Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631- 32-216, dated October 30, 2013, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by paragraphs (l) and (m) of this AD, if those actions were done before the effective date of this AD using the applicable service information specified in paragraph (q)(2)(i) through (q)(2)(x) of this AD. (i) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, December 16, 2013, which was incorporated by reference on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, Revision 1, dated December 8, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-214, dated January 13, 2014, which was incorporated by reference on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (iv) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, dated January 13, 2014, which was incorporated by reference on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (v) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, dated October 30, 2013, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (vi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 1, dated December 17, 201, which was incorporated by reference on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (vii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 2, dated December 8, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. [[Page 40484]] (viii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-219, dated March 3, 2014, which was incorporated by reference on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (ix) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, dated March 3, 2014, which was incorporated by reference on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (x) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-232, dated December 8, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (r) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 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 (s)(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 2015-23-12 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of 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 Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or ATR--GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (s) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0135, dated July 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-2017-0516. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1112; 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 (t)(5) and (t)(6) of this AD. (t) 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. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on September 29, 2017. (i) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, Revision 2, dated March 15, 2016. (ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-214, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. (iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. (iv) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 3, dated March 15, 2016. (v) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-219, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. (vi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. (vii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-224, dated March 15, 2016. (viii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-231, dated March 15, 2016. (ix) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-232, Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016. (x) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-233, dated March 15, 2016. (xi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-234, dated March 15, 2016. (xii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-235, dated March 15, 2016. (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (i) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-213, dated December 16, 2013. (ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-214, dated January 13, 2014. (iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-215, dated January 13, 2014. (iv) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-216, Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013. Pages 4, 5, and 8 of this service bulletin are the original issue and are dated October 30, 2013. (v) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-219, dated March 3, 2014. (vi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631-32-220, dated March 3, 2014. (5) For service information identified in this AD, contact ATR- GIE Avions de Transport R[eacute]gional, 1, All[eacute]e Pierre Nadot, 31712 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.aerochain.com. (6) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (7) 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 August 8, 2017. Dionne Palermo, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-17398 Filed 8-24-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(a) Effective Date found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
This AD is effective September 29, 2017. 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
principal inspector or local Flight Standards MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
(b) Affected ADs District Office, as appropriate. If sending telephone 562–797–1717; Internet https://
None. information directly to the manager of the www.myboeingfleet.com.
certification office, send it to the attention of (4) You may view this service information
(c) Applicability the person identified in paragraph (k) of this at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
This AD applies to all The Boeing AD. Information may be emailed to: 9–ANM– 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
Company Model 737–300, –400, and –500 LAACO–AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. information on the availability of this
series airplanes, certificated in any category. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
notify your appropriate principal inspector, (5) You may view this service information
(d) Subject or lacking a principal inspector, the manager that is incorporated by reference at the
Air Transport Association (ATA) of of the local flight standards district office/ National Archives and Records
America Code 57, Wings. certificate holding district office. Administration (NARA). For information on
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable the availability of this material at NARA, call
(e) Unsafe Condition
level of safety may be used for any repair, 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
This AD was prompted by a manufacturer’s modification, or alteration required by this www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
review that showed that the fuel tank access AD if it is approved by the Boeing locations.html.
door at wing buttock line 191.00 did not have Commercial Airplanes Organization
an engineered ground path with the mating Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
wing structure. We are issuing this AD to 9, 2017.
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles
prevent an ungrounded path that could result ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be Dionne Palermo,
in an increased risk of ignition and approved, the repair method, modification Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
subsequent fuel tank explosion in the event deviation, or alteration deviation must meet Aircraft Certification Service.
of a lightning strike. the certification basis of the airplane, and the [FR Doc. 2017–17399 Filed 8–24–17; 8:45 am]
(f) Compliance approval must specifically refer to this AD. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
(4) Except as required by paragraph (i) of
Comply with this AD within the
this AD: For service information that
compliance times specified, unless already
contains steps that are labeled as Required
done. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
for Compliance (RC), the provisions of
(g) New Door Assembly, Electrical Bond paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(ii) of this AD
Federal Aviation Administration
Check, and Related Corrective Actions apply.
Within 36 months after the effective date (i) The steps labeled as RC, including
substeps under an RC step and any figures 14 CFR Part 39
of this AD: Install a new door assembly, do
a check of the electrical bond, and do all identified in an RC step, must be done to
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is [Docket No. FAA–2017–0516; Product
applicable related investigative and Identifier 2016–NM–125–AD; Amendment
corrective actions, in accordance with the labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC
requirement is removed from that step or 39–19000; AD 2017–17–10]
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
Service Bulletin 737–57–1320, dated October substep. An AMOC is required for any
deviations to RC steps, including substeps RIN 2120–AA64
7, 2016, except as required by paragraph (i)
of this AD. Do all applicable related and identified figures.
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be Airworthiness Directives; ATR–GIE
investigative and corrective actions before
deviated from using accepted methods in Avions de Transport Régional
further flight.
accordance with the operator’s maintenance Airplanes
(h) Revise the Maintenance or Inspection or inspection program without obtaining
Program approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Prior to or concurrently with including substeps and identified figures, can Administration (FAA), Department of
accomplishment of the actions required by still be done as specified, and the airplane Transportation (DOT).
paragraph (g) of this AD, or within 30 days can be put back in an airworthy condition. ACTION: Final rule.
after the effective date of this AD, whichever
(k) Related Information
occurs later: Revise the maintenance or SUMMARY: We are superseding
inspection program, as applicable, to For more information about this AD, Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2015–23–
incorporate Airworthiness Limitation 28– contact Serj Harutunian, Aerospace Engineer,
12, which applied to all ATR–GIE
AWL–30, ‘‘Upper Wing Fuel Tank Access Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO
Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Avions de Transport Régional Model
Panel—Lightning Protection Electrical Design
Features,’’ as specified in Boeing 737–100/ Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627– ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes. AD 2015–
200/200C/300/400/500 Airworthiness 5254; fax: 562–627–5210; email: 23–12 required identifying the serial
Limitations (AWLs) and Certification serj.harutunian@faa.gov. number and part number of the main
Maintenance Requirements (CMRs) D6– landing gear (MLG) rear hinge pins, and
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference
38278–CMR, dated May 2016. replacing pins or the MLG if necessary.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register This AD retains the requirements of AD
(i) Service Information Exception approved the incorporation by reference
2015–23–12, requires replacing certain
Where Boeing Service Bulletin 737–57– (IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR additional MLG hinge pins, and reduces
1320, dated October 7, 2016, specifies to
contact Boeing for repair instructions, and part 51. certain compliance times. This AD was
specifies that action as Required for (2) You must use this service information prompted by a new occurrence of a
Compliance (RC), this AD requires repair as applicable to do the actions required by cracked MLG rear hinge pin. We are
using a method approved in accordance with this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. issuing this AD to address the unsafe
pmangrum on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 737–57–1320, condition on these products.
this AD. dated October 7, 2016.
DATES: This AD is effective September
(ii) Boeing 737–100/200/200C/300/400/500
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) and 29, 2017.
(AMOCs) Certification Maintenance Requirements The Director of the Federal Register
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, (CMRs) D6–38278–CMR, dated May 2016. approved the incorporation by reference
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs (3) For service information identified in of certain publications listed in this AD
for this AD, if requested using the procedures this AD, contact Boeing Commercial as of September 29, 2017.
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The Director of the Federal Register pins, and replacing pins or the MLG if You may examine the MCAI in the
approved the incorporation by reference necessary. The NPRM also proposed to AD docket on the Internet at http://
of certain other publications listed in require replacing certain additional www.regulations.gov by searching for
this AD as of December 29, 2015 (80 FR MLG hinge pins, and reducing certain and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
73096, November 24, 2015). compliance times. We are issuing this 0516.
ADDRESSES: For service information AD to detect and correct cracked rear
Comments
identified in this final rule, contact hinge pins, which could lead to MLG
ATR–GIE Avions de Transport Régional, structural failure, possibly resulting in We gave the public the opportunity to
1, Allée Pierre Nadot, 31712 Blagnac collapse of the MLG and consequent participate in developing this AD. We
Cedex, France; telephone +33 (0) 5 62 injury to the occupants of the airplane. received no comments on the NPRM or
21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18; The European Aviation Safety Agency on the determination of the cost to the
email continued.airworthiness@atr.fr; (EASA), which is the Technical Agent public.
Internet http://www.aerochain.com. You for the Member States of the European
Conclusion
may view this referenced service Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
information at the FAA, Transport Directive 2016–0135, dated July 8, 2016 We reviewed the available data and
Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue (referred to after this as the Mandatory determined that air safety and the
SW., Renton, WA. For information on Continuing Airworthiness Information, public interest require adopting this AD
the availability of this material at the or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe as proposed except for minor editorial
FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also condition for all ATR–GIE Avions de changes. We have determined that these
available on the Internet at http:// Transport Régional Model ATR42 and minor changes:
www.regulations.gov by searching for ATR72 airplanes. The MCAI states: • Are consistent with the intent that
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– Prompted by cases of rupture of main was proposed in the NPRM for
0516. landing gear (MLG) rear hinge pin part correcting the unsafe condition; and
number (P/N) D61000 encountered in service • Do not add any additional burden
Examining the AD Docket in 1994 and 1996, DGAC [Direction Générale upon the public than was already
de l’Aviation Civile] France issued AD 96– proposed in the NPRM.
You may examine the AD docket on 131–064 (B) for ATR42 aeroplanes and AD
the Internet at http:// 96–096–029 (B) for ATR72 aeroplanes to Related Service Information Under 1
www.regulations.gov by searching for require inspection and, depending on CFR Part 51
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– findings, corrective action. Since those
0516; or in person at the Docket [French] ADs were issued, new occurrences Messier-Bugatti-Dowty has issued the
Management Facility between 9 a.m. of cracked rear hinge pin P/N [part number] following service information, which
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, D61000 were reported on ATR72 MLG. The describes procedures for inspecting and
except Federal holidays. The AD docket result of subsequent investigation revealed replacing the MLG hinge pin. These
that the affected pins were subjected to a documents are distinct since they apply
contains this AD, the regulatory non-detected thermal abuse done in
evaluation, any comments received, and to different airplane models and
production during grinding process. Analysis different MLG hinge pin part numbers.
other information. The address for the also showed that other MLG pin P/N’s could
• Service Bulletin 631–32–213,
Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527) be affected by the same production issue.
This condition, if not detected and Revision 2, dated March 15, 2016.
is Docket Management Facility, U.S.
corrected, could lead to structural failure and • Service Bulletin 631–32–214,
Department of Transportation, Docket
consequent collapse of the MLG, possibly Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016.
Operations, M–30, West Building
resulting in damage to the aeroplane and • Service Bulletin 631–32–215,
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
injury to the occupants. Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016.
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, To address this potential unsafe condition, • Service Bulletin 631–32–216,
DC 20590. EASA issued AD 2014–0074 [which Revision 3, dated March 15, 2016.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: corresponds to FAA AD 2015–23–12] to • Service Bulletin 631–32–219,
Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace require inspection and, depending on
Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016.
Engineer, International Section, findings, replacement of affected pins.
After EASA AD 2014–0074 was issued, a • Service Bulletin 631–32–220,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016.
new occurrence was reported of a cracked
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057– MLG hinge pin P/N D62055 installed on the • Service Bulletin 631–32–224, dated
3356; telephone 425–227–1112; fax MLG Side Brace of an ATR42 aeroplane. This March 15, 2016.
425–227–1149. new occurrence was also identified as related • Service Bulletin 631–32–231, dated
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: to a non-detected thermal abuse done in March 15, 2016.
Discussion
production during grinding process. • Service Bulletin 631–32–232,
Prompted by this new occurrence, Messier Revision 1, dated March 15, 2016.
Bugatti Dowty (MBD) updated the list of
We issued a notice of proposed • Service Bulletin 631–32–233, dated
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR MLG hinge pins affected by this unsafe
condition by adding serial numbers (S/N), March 15, 2016.
part 39 to supersede AD 2015–23–12, which were previously not considered by • Service Bulletin 631–32–234, dated
Amendment 39–18329 (80 FR 73096, EASA AD 2014–0074. In addition, it was March 15, 2016.
November 24, 2015) (‘‘AD 2015–23– determined that the compliance time for • Service Bulletin 631–32–235, dated
12’’). AD 2015–23–12 applied to all replacement of pins with P/N D62055 must March 15, 2016.
ATR–GIE Avions de Transport Régional be reduced. The six affected MBD Service This service information is reasonably
Model ATR42 and ATR72 airplanes. Bulletins (SB) were revised accordingly, and available because the interested parties
pmangrum on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
The NPRM published in the Federal six new ones were also published to address have access to it through their normal
Register on May 31, 2017 (82 FR 24906). this issue.
For the reasons described above, this
course of business or by the means
The NPRM was prompted by a new [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA identified in the ADDRESSES section.
occurrence of a cracked MLG rear hinge AD 2014–0074, which is superseded, but
pin. The NPRM proposed to continue to Costs of Compliance
addresses an expanded MLG hinge pin
require identifying the serial number population with appropriate compliance We estimate that this AD will affect
and part number of the MLG rear hinge time(s). 63 airplanes of U.S. registry.
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The actions required by AD 2015–23– not have a substantial direct effect on (e) Reason
12, and retained in this AD take about the States, on the relationship between This AD was prompted by a new
8 work-hours per product, at an average the national government and the States, occurrence of a cracked main landing gear
labor rate of $85 per work-hour. or on the distribution of power and (MLG) rear hinge pin. We are issuing this AD
Required parts will cost about $16,000 responsibilities among the various to detect and correct cracked rear hinge pins,
per product. Based on these figures, the levels of government. which could lead to MLG structural failure,
possibly resulting in collapse of the MLG and
estimated cost of the actions that are For the reasons discussed above, I consequent injury to the occupants of the
required by AD 2015–23–12 is $16,680 certify that this AD: airplane.
per product. 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
We also estimate that it will take (f) Compliance
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
about 8 work-hours per product to Comply with this AD within the
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the compliance times specified, unless already
comply with the basic requirements of
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures done.
this AD. The average labor rate is $85
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
per work-hour. Required parts will cost (g) Retained Hinge Pin Identification and
about $16,000 per product. Based on 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Replacement for Model ATR72 Airplanes,
these figures, we estimate the cost of Alaska; and With Terminating Action
this AD on U.S. operators to be 4. Will not have a significant This paragraph restates the requirements of
$1,050,840, or $16,680 per product. economic impact, positive or negative, paragraph (g) of AD 2015–23–12, with
According to the manufacturer, some on a substantial number of small entities terminating action. For Model ATR72
of the costs of this AD may be covered under the criteria of the Regulatory airplanes: Within 12 months after December
under warranty, thereby reducing the Flexibility Act. 29, 2015 (the effective date of AD 2015–23–
12), inspect for the serial number of the left-
cost impact on affected individuals. We List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) MLG rear
do not control warranty coverage for hinge pins having part number (P/N) D61000.
affected individuals. As a result, we Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation A review of airplane maintenance records is
have included all costs in our cost safety, Incorporation by reference, acceptable in lieu of this identification if the
estimate. Safety. part number and serial number of the LH and
RH MLG rear hinge pins can be conclusively
Authority for This Rulemaking Adoption of the Amendment determined from that review. If a rear hinge
Title 49 of the United States Code Accordingly, under the authority pin having P/N D61000 has a serial number
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue delegated to me by the Administrator, listed in Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
Bulletin 631–32–213, dated December 16,
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as 2013; or Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
section 106, describes the authority of follows: Bulletin 631–32–216, Revision 1, dated
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: December 17, 2013; as applicable: Within 12
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS months after December 29, 2015, replace the
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES pin with a serviceable part as identified in
authority. paragraph (h) of this AD, in accordance with
We are issuing this rulemaking under ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 the Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, continues to read as follows: Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631–32–213,
dated December 16, 2013; or Messier-Bugatti-
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Dowty Service Bulletin 631–32–216,
General requirements.’’ Under that Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013; as
section, Congress charges the FAA with § 39.13 [Amended]
applicable. Accomplishment of the actions
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by required by paragraph (l) of this AD
air commerce by prescribing regulations removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) terminates the inspection required by this
for practices, methods, and procedures 2015–23–12, Amendment 39–18329 (80 paragraph. Accomplishing the actions
the Administrator finds necessary for required by paragraph (m) or (o) of this AD
FR 73096, November 24, 2015), and terminates the actions required by this
safety in air commerce. This regulation adding the following new AD: paragraph.
is within the scope of that authority
2017–17–10 ATR–GIE Avions de Transport
because it addresses an unsafe condition Régional: Amendment 39–19000; Docket
(h) Retained Definition of Serviceable Hinge
that is likely to exist or develop on Pin for Model ATR72 Airplanes for
No. FAA–2017–0516; Product Identifier
products identified in this rulemaking Paragraph (g) of This AD, With No Changes
2016–NM–125–AD.
action. This paragraph restates the definition in
This AD is issued in accordance with (a) Effective Date paragraph (h) of AD 2015–23–12, with no
authority delegated by the Executive This AD is effective September 29, 2017. changes. For Model ATR72 airplanes: For
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, purposes of paragraph (g) of this AD, a
(b) Affected ADs serviceable MLG rear hinge pin is a pin that
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. is specified in paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of
This AD replaces AD 2015–23–12,
In accordance with that order, issuance Amendment 39–18329 (80 FR 73096, this AD.
of ADs is normally a function of the November 24, 2015) (‘‘AD 2015–23–12’’). (1) A hinge pin that is not identified in
Compliance and Airworthiness Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631–
Division, but during this transition (c) Applicability 32–213, dated December 16, 2013; or
period, the Executive Director has This AD applies to ATR–GIE Avions de Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631–
delegated the authority to issue ADs Transport Régional Model ATR42–200, –300, 32–216, Revision 1, dated December 17,
applicable to transport category –320, and –500 airplanes; and ATR72–101, 2013; as applicable.
pmangrum on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
–201, –102, –202, –211, –212, and –212A (2) A hinge pin that has been inspected and
airplanes to the Director of the System
airplanes; certificated in any category; all reconditioned, in accordance with the
Oversight Division. certified models; all manufacturer serial Accomplishment Instructions of Messier-
Regulatory Findings numbers. Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631–32–213,
dated December 16, 2013; or Messier-Bugatti-
We determined that this AD will not (d) Subject Dowty Service Bulletin 631–32–216,
have federalism implications under Air Transport Association (ATA) of Revision 1, dated December 17, 2013; as
Executive Order 13132. This AD will America Code 32, Landing Gear. applicable.
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(viii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service (2) You must use this service information Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
Bulletin 631–32–219, dated March 3, 2014, as applicable to do the actions required by 8, 2017.
which was incorporated by reference on this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. Dionne Palermo,
December 29, 2015 (80 FR 73096, November (3) The following service information was Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
24, 2015). approved for IBR on September 29, 2017. Aircraft Certification Service.
(ix) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin (i) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
[FR Doc. 2017–17398 Filed 8–24–17; 8:45 am]
631–32–220, dated March 3, 2014, which was 631–32–213, Revision 2, dated March 15,
incorporated by reference on December 29, BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
2016.
2015 (80 FR 73096, November 24, 2015). (ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
(x) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 631–32–214, Revision 1, dated March 15,
631–32–232, dated December 8, 2014, which 2016. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND
is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service HUMAN SERVICES
(r) Other FAA AD Provisions Bulletin 631–32–215, Revision 1, dated
March 15, 2016. Food and Drug Administration
The following provisions also apply to this
(iv) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
AD:
631–32–216, Revision 3, dated March 15, 21 CFR Part 121
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
2016.
(AMOCs): The Manager, International [Docket No. FDA–2013–N–1425]
(v) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this 631–32–219, Revision 1, dated March 15,
2016. Mitigation Strategies To Protect Food
AD, if requested using the procedures found
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR (vi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin Against Intentional Adulteration: What
39.19, send your request to your principal 631–32–220, Revision 1, dated March 15, You Need To Know About the Food
inspector or local Flight Standards District 2016. and Drug Administration Regulation:
Office, as appropriate. If sending information (vii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Small Entity Compliance Guide;
directly to the manager of the International Bulletin 631–32–224, dated March 15, 2016. Availability
Branch, send it to the attention of the person (viii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
identified in paragraph (s)(2) of this AD. Bulletin 631–32–231, dated March 15, 2016. AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration,
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- (ix) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin HHS.
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. 631–32–232, Revision 1, dated March 15, ACTION: Notification of availability.
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, 2016.
notify your appropriate principal inspector, (x) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin SUMMARY: The Food and Drug
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 631–32–233, dated March 15, 2016. Administration (FDA, the Agency, or
of the local flight standards district office/ (xi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
we) is announcing the availability of a
certificate holding district office. 631–32–234, dated March 15, 2016.
(xii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
guidance for industry entitled
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2015–23–12 are approved as AMOCs for the Bulletin 631–32–235, dated March 15, 2016. ‘‘Mitigation Strategies to Protect Food
corresponding provisions of this AD. (4) The following service information was Against Intentional Adulteration: What
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the approved for IBR on December 29, 2015 (80 You Need To Know About the FDA
effective date of this AD, for any requirement FR 73096, November 24, 2015). Regulation: Small Entity Compliance
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from (i) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin Guide.’’ The small entity compliance
a manufacturer, the action must be 631–32–213, dated December 16, 2013. guide (SECG) is intended to help small
accomplished using a method approved by (ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin entities comply with the final rule
the Manager, International Section, Transport 631–32–214, dated January 13, 2014. entitled ‘‘Mitigation Strategies to Protect
Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or (iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Food Against Intentional Adulteration.’’
ATR—GIE Avions de Transport Régional’s Bulletin 631–32–215, dated January 13, 2014.
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the (iv) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin DATES: The announcement of the
approval must include the DOA-authorized 631–32–216, Revision 1, dated December 17, guidance is published in the Federal
signature. 2013. Pages 4, 5, and 8 of this service bulletin Register on August 25, 2017.
(s) Related Information are the original issue and are dated October ADDRESSES: You may submit either
30, 2013. electronic or written comments on
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing (v) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Agency guidances at any time
631–32–219, dated March 3, 2014. comments as follows:
Airworthiness Directive 2016–0135, dated (vi) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
July 8, 2016, for related information. This
631–32–220, dated March 3, 2014. Electronic Submissions
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
(5) For service information identified in
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
this AD, contact ATR–GIE Avions de
Submit electronic comments in the
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA– following way:
Transport Régional, 1, Allée Pierre Nadot,
2017–0516.
31712 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 • Federal eRulemaking Portal:
(2) For more information about this AD, https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace (0) 5 62 21 62 21; fax +33 (0) 5 62 21 67 18;
email continued.airworthiness@atr.fr; instructions for submitting comments.
Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue Internet http://www.aerochain.com. Comments submitted electronically,
SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone (6) You may view this service information including attachments, to https://
425–227–1112; fax 425–227–1149. at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, www.regulations.gov will be posted to
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| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective September 29, 2017. | |
| Contact | Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1112; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 40479 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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