82 FR 42929 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 176 (September 13, 2017)
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 176 (Wednesday, September 13, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 42929-42932] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-19301] ======================================================================== Rules and Regulations Federal Register ________________________________________________________________________ This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by the Superintendent of Documents. ======================================================================== Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 176 / Wednesday, September 13, 2017 / Rules and Regulations [[Page 42929]] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0809; Product Identifier 2017-NM-094-AD; Amendment 39-19030; AD 2017-18-21] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017-13-12, which applied to all Airbus Model A318 and A319 series airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321- 111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. AD 2017- 13-12 required modification or replacement of certain side stay assemblies of the main landing gear (MLG). This new AD clarifies the formatting of a figure in the published version of AD 2017-13-12. This new AD was prompted by reports indicating that affected parties misinterpreted the applicability of the affected part numbers due to the formatting of a figure in the published version of AD 2017-13-12, which could result in a negative effect on compliance. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective September 28, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 9, 2017 (82 FR 30949, July 5, 2017). We must receive comments on this AD by October 30, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For Airbus service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office-EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.airbus.com. For Messier-Dowty service information identified in this final rule, contact Messier-Dowty: Messier Services Americas, Customer Support Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; telephone: 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 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- 0809. 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- 0809; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227- 1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion On June 19, 2017, we issued AD 2017-13-12, Amendment 39-18942 (82 FR 30949, July 5, 2017) (``AD 2017-13-12''), which applied to all Airbus Model A318 series airplanes and A319 series airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321- 111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. AD 2017- 13-12 was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH), which indicates that the main landing gear (MLG) does not comply with certification specifications, which could result in a locking failure of the MLG side stay. AD 2017-13-12 required modification or replacement of certain MLG side stay assemblies. We issued AD 2017-13- 12 prevent possible collapse of the MLG during takeoff and landing. Since we issued AD 2017-13-12, we have received reports indicating that affected parties misinterpreted the applicability of the affected part numbers due to the formatting of figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) in the published version of AD 2017-13-12, which could result in a negative effect on compliance. Therefore, we have determined that clarification of the formatting of the published figure is necessary. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2016-0018R1, dated September 14, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A318 and A319 series airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The EASA AD is referenced in AD 2017-13-12. EASA has not [[Page 42930]] revised its AD since the issuance of AD 2017-13-12. 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- 0809. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We have reviewed the following service information. Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016. Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200-32-315, dated April 24, 2015. Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 201-32-63, dated April 24, 2015. The service information describes procedures for modifying the MLG side stay assembly. The Messier-Bugatti-Dowty documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date We are superseding AD 2017-13-12 to clarify the formatting of a figure in the regulatory text of the published AD. No other changes have been made to AD 2017-13-12. Therefore, we determined that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are unnecessary. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0809; Product Identifier 2017-NM-094-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 959 airplanes of U.S. registry. This AD adds no new economic burden to AD 2017-13-12. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement or modification (retained 9 work-hours x $85 per $14,104 $14,869 $14,259,371 actions from AD 2017-13-12). hour = $765. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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) [[Page 42931]] 2017-13-12, Amendment 39-18942 (82 FR 30949, July 5, 2017), and adding the following new AD: 2017-18-21 Airbus: Amendment 39-19030; Docket No. FAA-2017-0809; Product Identifier 2017-NM-094-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 28, 2017. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2017-13-12, Amendment 39-18942 (82 FR 30949, July 5, 2017) (``AD 2017-13-12''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), and (c)(4) of this AD, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Airbus Model A318-111, -112, -121, and -122 airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes. (3) Airbus Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes. (4) Airbus Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing Gear. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder that indicates that the main landing gear (MLG) does not comply with certification specifications, which could result in a locking failure of the MLG side stay. We are issuing this AD to prevent possible collapse of the MLG during takeoff and landing. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Modification or Replacement, With Revised Figure Formatting This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2017-13-12, with revised figure formatting. Within 120 months after August 9, 2017 (the effective date of AD 2017-13-12), accomplish the action specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD. (1) Modify each MLG side stay assembly having a part number listed in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016, and the service information specified in paragraph (g)(1)(i) or (g)(1)(ii) of this AD, as applicable. The modification may be done ``off wing,'' provided the modified MLG is reinstalled on the airplane. (i) For Model A318 Ssries airplanes; Model A319 series airplanes; and Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes: Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200-32-315, dated April 24, 2015. (ii) For Model A321 series airplanes: Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 201-32-63, dated April 24, 2015. (2) Replace the MLG side stay assembly with a side stay assembly that has been modified in accordance with paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. Do the replacement using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). Note 1 to paragraph (g)(2) of this AD: Additional guidance for the replacement can be found in Chapter 32 of the Airbus A318/A319/ A320/A321 Aircraft Maintenance Manual. Figure 1 to Paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of This AD--Affected MLG Side Stay Assemblies ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Strike number Models Affected part Nos. (P/N) not cancelled ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A318-111, A318-112, A318-121, 201166001-xxx \1\................................................ 12 A318-122, A319-111, A319- 201166002-xxx.\1\................................................ 112, A319-113, A319-114, 201166003-xxx.\1\................................................ A319-115, A319-131, A319- 201166004-xxx.\1\................................................ 132, A319-133, A320-211, 201166005-xxx.\1\................................................ A320-212, A320-214, A320- 231, A320-232, and A320-233 airplanes. 201166006-xxx.\1\ 201166007-xxx.\1\ 201166008-xxx.\1\ 201166009-xxx.\1\ 201166010-xxx.\1\ 201166011-xxx.\1\ 201166012-xxx.\2\ 201166013-000 through 201166013-030 inclusive.\2\ 201166014-000 through 201166014-030 inclusive.\2\ A321-111, A321-112, and A321- 201390001-000 through 201390001-040 inclusive.\2\ 15 131 airplanes. 201390002-000 through 201390002-040 inclusive.\2\................ 201527001-000 through 201527001-025 inclusive.\2\ 201527002-000 through 201527002-025 inclusive.\2\ A321-211, A321-212, A321-213, 201524001-000 through 201524001-035 inclusive.\2\ 15 A321-231, and A321-232 201524002-000 through 201524002-035 inclusive.\2\................ airplanes. 201660001-000 through 201660001-030 inclusive.\2\................ 201660002-000 through 201660002-030 inclusive.\2\................ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- \1\ The `xxx' used in this figure can be any 3-digit combination. \2\ Units having a P/N with no dash number after the first 9 digits are also affected. Units having a P/N with the first 9 digits and a dash number higher than those listed, are not affected by the requirements of this AD. (h) Retained Provisions for Unaffected Airplanes, With No Changes This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (h) of AD 2017-13-12, with no changes. An airplane on which Airbus Modification (Mod) 156646, Airbus Mod 161202, or Airbus Mod 161346 has been embodied in production is not affected by the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, provided it is determined that no part having a part number identified in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD has been installed on that airplane since the date of issuance of the original certificate of airworthiness or the original export certificate of airworthiness. A review of the airplane maintenance records is acceptable to make this determination, provided that these records are accurate and can be relied upon to conclusively make that determination. (i) Retained Parts Installation Prohibition, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD 2017-13-12, with no changes. As of August 9, 2017 (the effective date of AD 2017-13-12), do not install on any airplane, an MLG side stay assembly having a part number, with the strike number not cancelled, as identified in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, unless [[Page 42932]] it has been modified in accordance with the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (j) Retained Credit for Previous Actions, With No Changes This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (j) of AD 2017-13-12, with no changes. This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before August 9, 2017 (the effective date of AD 2017-13- 12), using Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, dated September 10, 2015. (k) 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 Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 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): 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. (l) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0018R1, dated September 14, 2016, for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2017-0809. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405; 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 (m)(3), (m)(4), and (m)(5) of this AD. (m) 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 August 9, 2017 (82 FR 30949, July 5, 2017). (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016. (ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200-32-315, dated April 24, 2015. (iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 201-32-63, dated April 24, 2015. (4) For Airbus service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; Internet: http://www.airbus.com. (5) For Messier-Dowty service information identified in this AD, contact Messier-Dowty: Messier Services Americas, Customer Support Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; telephone: 703- 450-8233; fax: 703-404-1621; Internet: https://techpubs.services/messier-dowty.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 31, 2017. Dionne Palermo, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-19301 Filed 9-12-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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30, West Building Ground Floor, Room On June 19, 2017, we issued AD
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Identifier 2017–NM–094–AD; Amendment Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 FR 30949, July 5, 2017) (‘‘AD 2017–13–
39–19030; AD 2017–18–21] p.m., Monday through Friday, except 12’’), which applied to all Airbus Model
Federal holidays. A318 series airplanes and A319 series
RIN 2120–AA64 For Airbus service information airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, –214,
identified in this final rule, contact –231, –232, and –233 airplanes; and
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airbus, Airworthiness Office–EIAS, 1 Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211,
Airplanes Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 –212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes.
Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 AD 2017–13–12 was prompted by an
AGENCY: Federal Aviation evaluation by the design approval
Administration (FAA), Department of 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51;
email: account.airworth-eas@ holder (DAH), which indicates that the
Transportation (DOT). main landing gear (MLG) does not
airbus.com; Internet: http://
ACTION: Final rule; request for comply with certification specifications,
www.airbus.com.
comments. For Messier-Dowty service which could result in a locking failure
information identified in this final rule, of the MLG side stay. AD 2017–13–12
SUMMARY: We are superseding
contact Messier-Dowty: Messier required modification or replacement of
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A320–211, –212, –214, –231, –232, and
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–233 airplanes; and Model A321–111,
techpubs.services/messier-dowty.com. Since we issued AD 2017–13–12, we
–112, –131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and
You may view this referenced service have received reports indicating that
–232 airplanes. AD 2017–13–12
information at the FAA, Transport affected parties misinterpreted the
required modification or replacement of
Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue applicability of the affected part
certain side stay assemblies of the main
SW., Renton, WA. For information on numbers due to the formatting of figure
landing gear (MLG). This new AD
the availability of this material at the 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) in the
clarifies the formatting of a figure in the
FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also published version of AD 2017–13–12,
published version of AD 2017–13–12.
available on the Internet at http:// which could result in a negative effect
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indicating that affected parties
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misinterpreted the applicability of the
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version of AD 2017–13–12, which could You may examine the AD docket on (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
result in a negative effect on the Internet at http:// for the Member States of the European
compliance. We are issuing this AD to www.regulations.gov by searching for Union, has issued EASA AD 2016–
address the unsafe condition on these and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– 0018R1, dated September 14, 2016
products. 0809; or in person at the Docket (referred to after this as the Mandatory
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28, 2017. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
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as of August 9, 2017 (82 FR 30949, July other information. The street address for airplanes; and Model A321–111, –112,
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revised its AD since the issuance of AD FAA’s Determination and Requirements we did not precede it by notice and
2017–13–12. of This AD opportunity for public comment. We
You may examine the MCAI in the invite you to send any written relevant
AD docket on the Internet at http:// This product has been approved by
data, views, or arguments about this AD.
www.regulations.gov by searching for the aviation authority of another
Send your comments to an address
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– country, and is approved for operation
listed under the ADDRESSES section.
0809. in the United States. Pursuant to our
Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2017–0809;
bilateral agreement with the State of
Related Service Information Under 1 Product Identifier 2017–NM–094–AD’’
Design Authority, we have been notified
CFR Part 51 at the beginning of your comments. We
of the unsafe condition described in the
specifically invite comments on the
We have reviewed the following MCAI and service information
overall regulatory, economic,
service information. referenced above. We are issuing this
environmental, and energy aspects of
• Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32– AD because we evaluated all pertinent
this AD. We will consider all comments
1429, Revision 01, dated February 29, information and determined the unsafe
received by the closing date and may
2016. condition exists and is likely to exist or
amend this AD because of those
• Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service develop on other products of the same
comments.
Bulletin 200–32–315, dated April 24, type design.
2015. We will post all comments we
FAA’s Justification and Determination receive, without change, to http://
• Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service of the Effective Date
Bulletin 201–32–63, dated April 24, www.regulations.gov, including any
2015. We are superseding AD 2017–13–12 personal information you provide. We
The service information describes to clarify the formatting of a figure in will also post a report summarizing each
procedures for modifying the MLG side the regulatory text of the published AD. substantive verbal contact we receive
stay assembly. The Messier-Bugatti- No other changes have been made to AD about this AD.
Dowty documents are distinct since 2017–13–12. Therefore, we determined Costs of Compliance
they apply to different airplane models. that notice and opportunity for prior
This service information is reasonably public comment are unnecessary. We estimate that this AD affects 959
available because the interested parties airplanes of U.S. registry. This AD adds
Comments Invited
have access to it through their normal no new economic burden to AD 2017–
course of business or by the means This AD is a final rule that involves 13–12. We estimate the following costs
identified in the ADDRESSES section. requirements affecting flight safety, and to comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Replacement or modification (retained ac- 9 work-hours × $85 per hour = $765 ............. $14,104 $14,869 $14,259,371
tions from AD 2017–13–12).
Authority for This Rulemaking In accordance with that order, issuance 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Title 49 of the United States Code of ADs is normally a function of the Alaska; and
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Compliance and Airworthiness 4. Will not have a significant
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Division, but during this transition economic impact, positive or negative,
section 106, describes the authority of period, the Executive Director has on a substantial number of small entities
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: delegated the authority to issue ADs under the criteria of the Regulatory
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more applicable to transport category Flexibility Act.
detail the scope of the Agency’s airplanes to the Director of the System List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
authority. Oversight Division.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
We are issuing this rulemaking under Regulatory Findings safety, Incorporation by reference,
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Safety.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: We determined that this AD will not
General requirements.’’ Under that have federalism implications under Adoption of the Amendment
section, Congress charges the FAA with Executive Order 13132. This AD will Accordingly, under the authority
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in not have a substantial direct effect on delegated to me by the Administrator,
air commerce by prescribing regulations the States, on the relationship between the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
for practices, methods, and procedures the national government and the States, follows:
the Administrator finds necessary for or on the distribution of power and
safety in air commerce. This regulation responsibilities among the various PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
is within the scope of that authority levels of government. DIRECTIVES
because it addresses an unsafe condition For the reasons discussed above, I
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that is likely to exist or develop on ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
certify that this AD: continues to read as follows:
products identified in this rulemaking
action. 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
This AD is issued in accordance with action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
authority delegated by the Executive 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the § 39.13 [Amended]
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); removing airworthiness directive (AD)
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it has been modified in accordance with the (3) Service information identified in this DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. AD that is not incorporated by reference is
(j) Retained Credit for Previous Actions, available at the addresses specified in Federal Aviation Administration
With No Changes paragraphs (m)(3), (m)(4), and (m)(5) of this
AD. 14 CFR Part 97
This paragraph restates the provisions of
paragraph (j) of AD 2017–13–12, with no (m) Material Incorporated by Reference [Docket No. 31152; Amdt. No. 3763]
changes. This paragraph provides credit for
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, Standard Instrument Approach
approved the incorporation by reference
if those actions were performed before
(IBR) of the service information listed in this Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums
August 9, 2017 (the effective date of AD
2017–13–12), using Airbus Service Bulletin paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR and Obstacle Departure Procedures;
A320–32–1429, dated September 10, 2015. part 51. Miscellaneous Amendments
(2) You must use this service information
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions AGENCY: Federal Aviation
as applicable to do the actions required by
The following provisions also apply to this Administration (FAA), DOT.
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
AD: (3) The following service information was ACTION: Final rule.
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance approved for IBR on August 9, 2017 (82 FR
(AMOCs): The Manager, International SUMMARY: This rule establishes, amends,
30949, July 5, 2017).
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, suspends, or removes Standard
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32–1429,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Instrument Approach Procedures
AD, if requested using the procedures found Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016.
(ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
(SIAPs) and associated Takeoff
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR Minimums and Obstacle Departure
39.19, send your request to your principal 200–32–315, dated April 24, 2015.
(iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Procedures (ODPs) for operations at
inspector or local Flight Standards District
Office, as appropriate. If sending information Bulletin 201–32–63, dated April 24, 2015. certain airports. These regulatory
directly to the manager of the International (4) For Airbus service information actions are needed because of the
Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in this AD, contact Airbus, adoption of new or revised criteria, or
identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point because of changes occurring in the
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, National Airspace System, such as the
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: commissioning of new navigational
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate facilities, adding new obstacles, or
+33 5 61 93 44 51; email: account.airworth-
principal inspector, or lacking a principal changing air traffic requirements. These
inspector, the manager of the local flight eas@airbus.com; Internet: http://
www.airbus.com. changes are designed to provide safe
standards district office/certificate holding
district office. (5) For Messier-Dowty service information and efficient use of the navigable
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any identified in this AD, contact Messier-Dowty: airspace and to promote safe flight
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective Messier Services Americas, Customer operations under instrument flight rules
actions from a manufacturer, the action must Support Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, at the affected airports.
be accomplished using a method approved VA 20166–8910; telephone: 703–450–8233; DATES: This rule is effective September
by the Manager, International Section, fax: 703–404–1621; Internet: https:// 13, 2017. The compliance date for each
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; techpubs.services/messier-dowty.com. SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums,
or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved by the (6) You may view this service information
DOA, the approval must include the DOA- and ODP is specified in the amendatory
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, provisions.
authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For The incorporation by reference of
service information contains procedures or information on the availability of this certain publications listed in the
tests that are identified as RC, those material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. regulations is approved by the Director
procedures and tests must be done to comply (7) You may view this service information of the Federal Register as of September
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are that is incorporated by reference at the 13, 2017.
not identified as RC are recommended. Those National Archives and Records
ADDRESSES: Availability of matters
procedures and tests that are not identified Administration (NARA). For information on
as RC may be deviated from using accepted incorporated by reference in the
the availability of this material at NARA, call
methods in accordance with the operator’s 202–741–6030, or go to http://
amendment is as follows:
maintenance or inspection program without www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- For Examination
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
locations.html.
the procedures and tests identified as RC can 1. U.S. Department of Transportation,
be done and the airplane can be put back in Issued in Renton, Washington, on August Docket Ops-M30, 1200 New Jersey
an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or Avenue SE., West Bldg., Ground Floor,
31, 2017.
changes to procedures or tests identified as Washington, DC 20590–0001.
RC require approval of an AMOC. Dionne Palermo,
2. The FAA Air Traffic Organization
(l) Related Information Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Service Area in which the affected
Aircraft Certification Service.
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing airport is located;
[FR Doc. 2017–19301 Filed 9–12–17; 8:45 am] 3. The office of Aeronautical
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
2016–0018R1, dated September 14, 2016, for BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Navigation Products, 6500 South
related information. You may examine the MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK
MCAI on the Internet at http:// 73169 or,
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www.regulations.gov by searching for and 4. The National Archives and Records
locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0809.
Administration (NARA). For
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, information on the availability of this
International Section, Transport Standards material at NARA, call 202–741–6030,
Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., or go to:http://www.archives.gov/
Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425– federal_register/code_of_federal_
227–1405; fax 425–227–1149. regulations/ibr_locations.html.
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective September 28, 2017. | |
| Contact | Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227- 1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 42929 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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