82 FR 44898 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 186 (September 27, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 186 (September 27, 2017)
| Page Range | 44898-44900 | |
| FR Document | 2017-20213 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 186 (Wednesday, September 27, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 44898-44900] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-20213] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-8434; Product Identifier 2015-NM-082-AD; Amendment 39-19057; AD 2017-19-27] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-401 and -402 airplanes. This AD was prompted by the discovery of cracking on two test spoiler power control unit (PCU) manifolds during testing by the manufacturer. This AD requires replacement of affected spoiler PCUs. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective November 1, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 1, 2017. ADDRESSES: For Bombardier, Inc., service information identified in this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone 416-375- 4000; fax 416-375-4539; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com. For Parker-Hannifin Corporation service information identified in this final rule, contact Parker Aerospace, 14300 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618; telephone 949-833-3000; fax 949-809-8646; Internet http://www.parker.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-2015- 8434. 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-2015- 8434; 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: Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7318; fax 516-794-5531. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-401 and -402 airplanes. The SNPRM published in the Federal Register on July 14, 2017 (82 FR 32496) (``the SNPRM''). We preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the Federal Register on January 13, 2016 (81 FR 1586) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM proposed to require replacement of affected spoiler PCUs. The NPRM was prompted by the discovery of cracking on two test spoiler PCU manifolds during testing by the manufacturer. The SNPRM proposed to require replacement of affected spoiler PCUs, and also proposed to add airplanes to the applicability. We are issuing this AD to prevent cracking of the spoiler PCUs that could lead to the loss of multiple flight controls and landing gear systems. Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF- 2015-07R2, [[Page 44899]] dated December 14, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-401 and -402 airplanes. The MCAI states: During endurance and impulse testing of the spoiler PCU, cracks were discovered on two test spoiler PCU manifolds. Investigation determined that the crack initiation was due to the heat treat process. A cracked spoiler PCU manifold could cause the loss of one of the two hydraulic systems, resulting in the loss of multiple flight controls and landing gear systems. This condition, if not corrected, could adversely affect the continued safe operation and landing of the aeroplane. This [Canadian] AD mandates the replacement of the affected spoiler PCUs. Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD was issued to extend the applicability to include additional aeroplane serial numbers and also modify the Corrective Actions to specifically mandate section 3.B of the [Bombardier Service Bulletin] SB 84-27-64, Revision A. Revision 2 of this [Canadian] AD was issued to correct the SB referenced in the Background section. SB 84-27-64, Revision A should have been referenced in lieu of SB 84-27-63, Revision A. 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-2015- 8434. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant 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 SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the SNPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Bombardier, Inc., has issued Service Bulletin 84-27-64, Revision A, dated July 26, 2016. This service information describes procedures for replacement of affected spoiler PCU manifolds. Parker-Hannifin Corporation has issued Service Bulletin 390700-27- 002, Revision 1, dated April 13, 2016. This service bulletin identifies affected spoiler PCUs. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 82 airplanes of U.S. registry. 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remove and replace affected PCUs...... 2 work-hours x $85 per $10,000 $10,170 $833,940 hour = $170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2017-19-27 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-19057; Docket No. FAA- 2015-8434; Product Identifier 2015-NM-082-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 1, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. [[Page 44900]] (c) Applicability This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-401 and -402 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers (S/Ns) 4001, and 4003 through 4527 inclusive, equipped with spoiler power control unit (PCU) part numbers (P/Ns) 390700-1007 and -1009 and that have any spoiler PCU serial number identified in paragraph (c)(1), (c)(2), or (c)(3) of this AD. (1) S/Ns 0474 through 1321 inclusive; (2) S/Ns identified in section ``4. Appendix'' of Parker Service Bulletin 390700-27-002, Revision 1, dated April 13, 2016; and (3) S/Ns 1394 through 1876 inclusive, without suffix ``A.'' (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight controls. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by the discovery of cracking on two test spoiler PCU manifolds during testing by the manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to prevent cracking of the spoiler PCUs that could lead to the loss of multiple flight controls and landing gear systems. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Removal/Replacement Within 12,000 flight hours or 72 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first: Remove and replace the affected spoiler PCUs in accordance with paragraph 3.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-27-64, Revision A, dated July 26, 2016. (h) Parts Installation Prohibition After the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD have been done, no person may install on any airplane, a spoiler PCU, part number 390700-1007 and -1009, with: (1) S/Ns 0474 through 1321 inclusive; or (2) S/Ns identified in section ``4. Appendix'' of Parker Service Bulletin 390700-27-002, Revision 1, dated April 13, 2016; or (3) S/Ns 1394 through 1876 inclusive, without suffix ``A.'' (i) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-27-64, dated July 15, 2014. (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO 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 certification office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. 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, New York ACO Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2015-07R2, dated December 14, 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-2015-8434. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7318; fax 516-794-5531. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(5) of this AD. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84-27-64, Revision A, dated July 26, 2016. (ii) Parker Service Bulletin 390700-27-002, Revision 1, dated April 13, 2016. (3) For Bombardier, Inc., service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone 416- 375-4000; fax 416-375-4539; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com. (4) For Parker-Hannifin Corporation service information identified in this AD, contact Parker Aerospace, 14300 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA, 92618; telephone 949-833-3000; fax 949-809- 8646; Internet http://www.parker.com. (5) 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. (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 14, 2017. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-20213 Filed 9-26-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
![44898 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 186 / Wednesday, September 27, 2017 / Rules and Regulations
actions from a manufacturer, the action must 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For You may view this referenced service
be accomplished using a method approved information on the availability of this information at the FAA, Transport
by the Manager, International Section, material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the (5) You may view this service information
that is incorporated by reference at the
SW., Renton, WA. For information on
EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the National Archives and Records the availability of this material at the
approval must include the DOA-authorized Administration (NARA). For information on FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
signature. the availability of this material at NARA, call available on the Internet at http://
(3) Reporting Requirements: A federal 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// www.regulations.gov by searching for
agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
person is not required to respond to, nor locations.html. 8434.
shall a person be subject to a penalty for Issued in Renton, Washington, on
failure to comply with a collection of September 14, 2017. Examining the AD Docket
information subject to the requirements of Jeffrey E. Duven, You may examine the AD docket on
the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that the Internet at http://
collection of information displays a current Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Certification Service. www.regulations.gov by searching for
Control Number for this information [FR Doc. 2017–20112 Filed 9–26–17; 8:45 am] and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 8434; or in person at the Docket
this collection of information is estimated to Management Facility between 9 a.m.
be approximately 5 minutes per response, and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
including the time for reviewing instructions, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION except Federal holidays. The AD docket
completing and reviewing the collection of contains this AD, the regulatory
information. All responses to this collection Federal Aviation Administration evaluation, any comments received, and
of information are mandatory. Comments other information. The street address for
concerning the accuracy of this burden and 14 CFR Part 39
suggestions for reducing the burden should
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence [Docket No. FAA–2015–8434; Product 5527) is Docket Management Facility,
Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Identifier 2015–NM–082–AD; Amendment U.S. Department of Transportation,
Information Collection Clearance Officer, 39–19057; AD 2017–19–27] Docket Operations, M–30, West
AES–200. RIN 2120–AA64
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
(o) Related Information
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Washington, DC 20590.
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Inc., Airplanes FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Airworthiness Directive 2017–0004, dated Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer,
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
January 9, 2017, for related information. This Airframe and Mechanical Systems
Administration (FAA), Department of
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch,
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
Transportation (DOT).
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA– ACTION: Final rule.
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–
2016–9386. 228–7318; fax 516–794–5531.
(2) For more information about this AD, SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace airworthiness directive (AD) for certain SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Engineer, International Section, Transport Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC–8–401
Discussion
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue and –402 airplanes. This AD was
SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone prompted by the discovery of cracking We issued a supplemental notice of
425–227–1112; fax 425–227–1149. on two test spoiler power control unit proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
(3) Service information identified in this (PCU) manifolds during testing by the amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
AD that is not incorporated by reference is manufacturer. This AD requires that would apply to certain Bombardier,
available at the addresses specified in replacement of affected spoiler PCUs. Inc., Model DHC–8–401 and –402
paragraphs (p)(3) and (p)(4) of this AD.
We are issuing this AD to address the airplanes. The SNPRM published in the
(p) Material Incorporated by Reference unsafe condition on these products. Federal Register on July 14, 2017 (82 FR
(1) The Director of the Federal Register DATES: This AD is effective November 1, 32496) (‘‘the SNPRM’’). We preceded
approved the incorporation by reference 2017. the SNPRM with a notice of proposed
(IBR) of the service information listed in this The Director of the Federal Register rulemaking (NPRM) that published in
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR approved the incorporation by reference the Federal Register on January 13,
part 51. of certain publications listed in this AD 2016 (81 FR 1586) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The
(2) You must use this service information as of November 1, 2017. NPRM proposed to require replacement
as applicable to do the actions required by of affected spoiler PCUs. The NPRM was
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. ADDRESSES: For Bombardier, Inc.,
(i) Airbus Defense and Space Alert service information identified in this prompted by the discovery of cracking
Operators Transmission, AOT–C295–28– final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q- on two test spoiler PCU manifolds
0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016. Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt during testing by the manufacturer. The
(ii) Airbus Defense and Space Alert Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, SNPRM proposed to require
Operators Transmission AOT–CN235–28– Canada; telephone 416–375–4000; fax replacement of affected spoiler PCUs,
0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016. 416–375–4539; email thd.qseries@ and also proposed to add airplanes to
asabaliauskas on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with RULES
(3) For service information identified in aero.bombardier.com; Internet http:// the applicability. We are issuing this AD
this AD, contact Airbus Defense and Space www.bombardier.com. to prevent cracking of the spoiler PCUs
Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de For Parker-Hannifin Corporation that could lead to the loss of multiple
Aragón 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone
+34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 31 27; email
service information identified in this flight controls and landing gear systems.
MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.; Internet final rule, contact Parker Aerospace, Transport Canada Civil Aviation
http://www.eads.net. 14300 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618; (TCCA), which is the aviation authority
(4) You may view this service information telephone 949–833–3000; fax 949–809– for Canada, has issued Canadian
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 8646; Internet http://www.parker.com. Airworthiness Directive CF–2015–07R2,
VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:24 Sep 26, 2017 Jkt 241001 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\27SER1.SGM 27SER1](https://thefederalregister.org/doc/82_FR_45084/page/1.svg)
![Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 186 / Wednesday, September 27, 2017 / Rules and Regulations 44899
dated December 14, 2016 (referred to A should have been referenced in lieu of SB • Do not add any additional burden
after this as the Mandatory Continuing 84–27–63, Revision A. upon the public than was already
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the proposed in the SNPRM.
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition You may examine the MCAI in the
AD docket on the Internet at http:// Related Service Information Under 1
for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model
www.regulations.gov by searching for CFR Part 51
DHC–8–401 and –402 airplanes. The
MCAI states: and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– Bombardier, Inc., has issued Service
8434. Bulletin 84–27–64, Revision A, dated
During endurance and impulse testing of
the spoiler PCU, cracks were discovered on Comments July 26, 2016. This service information
two test spoiler PCU manifolds. Investigation describes procedures for replacement of
determined that the crack initiation was due We gave the public the opportunity to affected spoiler PCU manifolds.
to the heat treat process. A cracked spoiler participate in developing this AD. We Parker-Hannifin Corporation has
PCU manifold could cause the loss of one of received no comments on the SNPRM or issued Service Bulletin 390700–27–002,
the two hydraulic systems, resulting in the Revision 1, dated April 13, 2016. This
loss of multiple flight controls and landing on the determination of the cost to the
gear systems. This condition, if not corrected, public. service bulletin identifies affected
could adversely affect the continued safe spoiler PCUs.
operation and landing of the aeroplane.
Conclusion This service information is reasonably
This [Canadian] AD mandates the available because the interested parties
We reviewed the relevant data and
replacement of the affected spoiler PCUs. have access to it through their normal
Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD was determined that air safety and the
course of business or by the means
issued to extend the applicability to include public interest require adopting this AD
identified in the ADDRESSES section.
additional aeroplane serial numbers and also as proposed except for minor editorial
modify the Corrective Actions to specifically changes. We have determined that these Costs of Compliance
mandate section 3.B of the [Bombardier minor changes:
Service Bulletin] SB 84–27–64, Revision A. We estimate that this AD affects 82
Revision 2 of this [Canadian] AD was • Are consistent with the intent that airplanes of U.S. registry.
issued to correct the SB referenced in the was proposed in the SNPRM for We estimate the following costs to
Background section. SB 84–27–64, Revision correcting the unsafe condition; and comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Remove and replace affected PCUs .............. 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ............. $10,000 $10,170 $833,940
Authority for This Rulemaking period, the Executive Director has List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
delegated the authority to issue ADs
Title 49 of the United States Code Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
applicable to transport category
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue safety, Incorporation by reference,
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, airplanes to the Director of the System
Oversight Division. Safety.
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Regulatory Findings Adoption of the Amendment
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
We determined that this AD will not Accordingly, under the authority
detail the scope of the Agency’s
have federalism implications under delegated to me by the Administrator,
authority.
Executive Order 13132. This AD will the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
We are issuing this rulemaking under follows:
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, not have a substantial direct effect on
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: the States, on the relationship between PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
General requirements.’’ Under that the national government and the States, DIRECTIVES
section, Congress charges the FAA with or on the distribution of power and
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in responsibilities among the various ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
air commerce by prescribing regulations levels of government. continues to read as follows:
for practices, methods, and procedures For the reasons discussed above, I
the Administrator finds necessary for Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
certify that this AD:
safety in air commerce. This regulation
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory § 39.13 [Amended]
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition action’’ under Executive Order 12866; ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
that is likely to exist or develop on 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the the following new airworthiness
products identified in this rulemaking DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures directive (AD):
action. (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
asabaliauskas on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with RULES
2017–19–27 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment
This AD is issued in accordance with 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in 39–19057; Docket No. FAA–2015–8434;
authority delegated by the Executive Alaska; and Product Identifier 2015–NM–082–AD.
Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. 4. Will not have a significant (a) Effective Date
In accordance with that order, issuance economic impact, positive or negative, This AD is effective November 1, 2017.
of ADs is normally a function of the on a substantial number of small entities
Compliance and Airworthiness under the criteria of the Regulatory (b) Affected ADs
Division, but during this transition Flexibility Act. None.
VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:24 Sep 26, 2017 Jkt 241001 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\27SER1.SGM 27SER1](https://thefederalregister.org/doc/82_FR_45084/page/2.svg)
![44900 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 186 / Wednesday, September 27, 2017 / Rules and Regulations
(c) Applicability to the manager of the certification office, National Archives and Records
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Administration (NARA). For information on
Model DHC–8–401 and –402 airplanes, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New the availability of this material at NARA, call
certificated in any category, serial numbers York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
(S/Ns) 4001, and 4003 through 4527 Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
inclusive, equipped with spoiler power 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before locations.html.
control unit (PCU) part numbers (P/Ns) using any approved AMOC, notify your
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
390700–1007 and –1009 and that have any appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a
September 14, 2017.
spoiler PCU serial number identified in principal inspector, the manager of the local
flight standards district office/certificate Jeffrey E. Duven,
paragraph (c)(1), (c)(2), or (c)(3) of this AD.
(1) S/Ns 0474 through 1321 inclusive; holding district office. Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
(2) S/Ns identified in section ‘‘4. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any Certification Service.
Appendix’’ of Parker Service Bulletin requirement in this AD to obtain corrective [FR Doc. 2017–20213 Filed 9–26–17; 8:45 am]
390700–27–002, Revision 1, dated April 13, actions from a manufacturer, the action must BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
2016; and be accomplished using a method approved
(3) S/Ns 1394 through 1876 inclusive, by the Manager, New York ACO Branch,
without suffix ‘‘A.’’ FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(d) Subject Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
the DAO, the approval must include the
Federal Aviation Administration
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 27, Flight controls. DAO-authorized signature.
14 CFR Part 39
(e) Reason (k) Related Information
This AD was prompted by the discovery of (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing [Docket No. FAA–2017–0248; Product
cracking on two test spoiler PCU manifolds Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian Identifier 2016–NM–088–AD; Amendment
during testing by the manufacturer. We are Airworthiness Directive CF–2015–07R2, 39–19054; AD 2017–19–24]
issuing this AD to prevent cracking of the dated December 14, 2016, for related RIN 2120–AA64
spoiler PCUs that could lead to the loss of information. This MCAI may be found in the
multiple flight controls and landing gear AD docket on the Internet at http:// Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
systems. www.regulations.gov by searching for and Airplanes
locating Docket No. FAA–2015–8434.
(f) Compliance
(2) For more information about this AD, AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Comply with this AD within the contact Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer,
compliance times specified, unless already
Administration (FAA), Department of
Airframe and Mechanical Systems Section, Transportation (DOT).
done. FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; ACTION: Final rule.
(g) Removal/Replacement
telephone 516–228–7318; fax 516–794–5531.
Within 12,000 flight hours or 72 months (3) Service information identified in this SUMMARY: We are superseding
after the effective date of this AD, whichever AD that is not incorporated by reference is Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–26–
occurs first: Remove and replace the affected available at the addresses specified in 10, which applied to all Airbus Model
spoiler PCUs in accordance with paragraph paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(5) of this AD. A318, A319, A320, and A321 series
3.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of
Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–27–64, (l) Material Incorporated by Reference airplanes. AD 2014–26–10 required
Revision A, dated July 26, 2016. revising the maintenance or inspection
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
program to incorporate maintenance
(h) Parts Installation Prohibition approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this requirements and airworthiness
After the actions required by paragraph (g) limitations. This new AD requires
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
of this AD have been done, no person may revising the maintenance or inspection
part 51.
install on any airplane, a spoiler PCU, part program, as applicable, to incorporate
(2) You must use this service information
number 390700–1007 and –1009, with:
(1) S/Ns 0474 through 1321 inclusive; or
as applicable to do the actions required by new or revised airworthiness limitation
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. requirements. This AD was prompted by
(2) S/Ns identified in section ‘‘4.
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 84–27–64, a determination that more restrictive
Appendix’’ of Parker Service Bulletin
Revision A, dated July 26, 2016. maintenance instructions and
390700–27–002, Revision 1, dated April 13,
(ii) Parker Service Bulletin 390700–27–002,
2016; or airworthiness limitations are necessary.
(3) S/Ns 1394 through 1876 inclusive, Revision 1, dated April 13, 2016.
(3) For Bombardier, Inc., service We are issuing this AD to address the
without suffix ‘‘A.’’ unsafe condition on these products.
information identified in this AD, contact
(i) Credit for Previous Actions Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help DATES: This AD is effective November 1,
This paragraph provides credit for actions Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Toronto, 2017.
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone 416– The Director of the Federal Register
actions were performed before the effective 375–4000; fax 416–375–4539; email approved the incorporation by reference
date of this AD using Bombardier Service thd.qseries@aero.bombardier.com; Internet
of a certain publication listed in this AD
Bulletin 84–27–64, dated July 15, 2014. http://www.bombardier.com.
(4) For Parker-Hannifin Corporation service as of November 1, 2017.
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions information identified in this AD, contact The Director of the Federal Register
The following provisions also apply to this Parker Aerospace, 14300 Alton Parkway, approved the incorporation by reference
AD: Irvine, CA, 92618; telephone 949–833–3000; of a certain other publication listed in
asabaliauskas on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with RULES
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance fax 949–809–8646; Internet http:// this AD as of February 25, 2015 (80 FR
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO www.parker.com. 2813, January 21, 2015).
Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve (5) You may view this service information
ADDRESSES: For service information
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For identified in this final rule, contact
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your information on the availability of this Airbus, Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1
request to your principal inspector or local material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707
Flight Standards District Office, as (6) You may view this service information Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5
appropriate. If sending information directly that is incorporated by reference at the 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51;
VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:24 Sep 26, 2017 Jkt 241001 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\27SER1.SGM 27SER1](https://thefederalregister.org/doc/82_FR_45084/page/3.svg)
Document Created: 2018-10-24 14:48:27
Document Modified: 2018-10-24 14:48:27
| 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. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective November 1, 2017. | |
| Contact | Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7318; fax 516-794-5531. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 44898 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
2025 Federal Register | Disclaimer | Privacy Policy
USC | CFR | eCFR