82 FR 48921 - Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 203 (October 23, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 203 (October 23, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-22779 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 203 (Monday, October 23, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 48921-48924] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-22779] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0697; Product Identifier 2017-NM-041-AD; Amendment 39-19080; AD 2017-21-09] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder indicating that the forward pressure bulkhead is subject to widespread fatigue damage. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections of the web aft face of the forward pressure bulkhead for any cracking and discrepancy, and repair if necessary. This AD also requires modification of the forward pressure bulkhead, which would terminate the inspections. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective November 27, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 27, 2017. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Embraer S.A., Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170--Putim--12227-901 S[atilde]o Jose dos Campos--SP--Brazil; telephone +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax +55 12 3927-7546; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.flyembraer.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- 0697. 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- [[Page 48922]] 0697; 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: Ana Martinez Hueto, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1622; fax 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on July 17, 2017 (82 FR 32658) (``the NPRM''). The Ag[ecirc]ncia Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC), which is the aviation authority for Brazil, has issued Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2017-03-01, effective March 24, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, - 200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. The MCAI states: This [Brazilian] AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder indicating that the forward pressure bulkhead is subject to widespread fatigue damage. The modification required by this [Brazilian] AD is intended to support the airplane reaching its limit of validity (LOV) of the engineering data that support the established structural maintenance program. We are issuing this [Brazilian] AD to prevent fatigue cracking of the forward pressure bulkhead, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. Required actions include repetitive detailed inspections of the web aft face of the forward pressure bulkhead for any cracking and discrepancy (i.e., corrosion, dents, gauge marks, fastener anomalies); repair if necessary; and modification of the forward pressure bulkhead, which would terminate the repetitive inspections. 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-2017-0697. 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 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 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 Embraer S.A. has issued the following service information, which describes Task 53-10-001-0005, an airworthiness limitation task for a detailed inspection of the web aft face of the forward pressure bulkhead for any cracking and discrepancies. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. Embraer 170/175 MRB--Temporary Revision 12-3, dated September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 170/175 Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB-1621. Embraer 190/195 MRB--Temporary Revision 10-4, dated September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 190/195 Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB-1928. Embraer S.A. has issued the following service information, which describes procedures for modifying the forward pressure bulkhead. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. 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 482 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection........................ 1 work-hour x $85 per $0.................. $85 per inspection $40,970 per inspection cycle. hour = $85 per cycle. inspection cycle. Modification...................... 158 work-hours x $85 per Up to $13,409....... Up to $26,839....... Up to $12,936,398. hour = $13,430. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. [[Page 48923]] 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): 2017-21-09 Embraer S.A.: Amendment 39-19080; Docket No. FAA-2017- 0697; Product Identifier 2017-NM-041-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 27, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes specified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170-100 LR, -100 STD, -100 SE., and - 100 SU airplanes; and Model ERJ 170-200 LR, -200 SU, and -200 STD airplanes; as identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. (2) Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, and -100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes; as identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder indicating that the forward pressure bulkhead is subject to widespread fatigue damage. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue cracking of the forward pressure bulkhead, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Repetitive Inspections and Repairs Before the accumulation of 25,954 total flight cycles, or within 3,600 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Do a detailed inspection of the web aft face of the forward pressure bulkhead for any cracking and discrepancy (i.e., corrosion, dents, gauge marks, fastener anomalies), in accordance with Task 53-10-001-0005 specified in Embraer 170/175 MRB--Temporary Revision 12-3, dated September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 170/175 Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB-1621; or Task 53-10-001-0005 specified in Embraer 190/195 MRB--Temporary Revision 10-4, dated September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 190/195 Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB-1928; as applicable. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6,489 flight cycles. If any cracking or discrepancy is found during any inspection required by this paragraph, before further flight, repair the forward pressure bulkhead using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the Ag[ecirc]ncia Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC); or ANAC's authorized Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee, the approval must include the Designee's authorized signature. (h) Modification of the Forward Pressure Bulkhead Before the accumulation of 38,931 total flight cycles: Modify the forward pressure bulkhead, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013; or Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013; as applicable. Accomplishing the modification required by this paragraph terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (i) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for the actions applicable to Model ERJ 170 airplanes required by paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD, using the service information specified in paragraph (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), or (i)(1)(iii) of this AD. (i) Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, dated February 26, 2010. (ii) Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, Revision 01, dated May 25, 2011. (iii) Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, Revision 02, May 28, 2012. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions applicable to Model ERJ 190 airplanes required by paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD, using the service information specified in paragraph (i)(2)(i), (i)(2)(ii), or (i)(2)(iii) of this AD. (i) Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, dated February 26, 2010. (ii) Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, Revision 01, dated May 25, 2011. (iii) Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, Revision 02, dated May 28, 2012. (j) 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 International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the ANAC; or ANAC's authorized Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee, the approval must include the Designee's authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Brazilian AD 2017-03-01, dated March 24, 2017, 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-2017-0697. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Ana Martinez Hueto, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1622; fax 425-227-1149. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is [[Page 48924]] available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) 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) Embraer 170/175 MRB--Temporary Revision 12-3, dated September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 170/175 Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB-1621. (ii) Embraer 190/195 MRB--Temporary Revision 10-4, dated September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 190/195 Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB-1928. (iii) Embraer Service Bulletin 170-53-0051, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. (iv) Embraer Service Bulletin 190-53-0019, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Embraer S.A., Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170--Putim--12227-901 S[atilde]o Jose dos Campos--SP--Brasil; telephone +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax +55 12 3927-7546; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.flyembraer.com. (4) 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. (5) 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 October 12, 2017. Dionne Palermo, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. 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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIRECTIVES REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate Federal Aviation Administration
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 principal inspector, or lacking a principal
continues to read as follows: inspector, the manager of the local flight 14 CFR Part 39
standards district office/certificate holding
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. district office. [Docket No. FAA–2017–0697; Product
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any Identifier 2017–NM–041–AD; Amendment
§ 39.13 [Amended]
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 39–19080; AD 2017–21–09]
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding actions from a manufacturer, the action must
RIN 2120–AA64
the following new airworthiness be accomplished using a method approved
directive (AD): by the Manager, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A.
2017–21–03 Gulfstream Aerospace LP Airplanes
Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI); or
(Type Certificate Previously Held by
the CAAI’s authorized Designee. If approved AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.):
by the CAAI Designee, the approval must
Amendment 39–19074; Docket No. Administration (FAA), Department of
include the Designee’s authorized signature.
FAA–2017–0693; Product Identifier Transportation (DOT).
2017–NM–044–AD. (i) Related Information ACTION: Final rule.
(a) Effective Date (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) CAAI SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
This AD is effective November 27, 2017.
Airworthiness Directive ISR–I–52–2017–03– airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
(b) Affected ADs 29, dated January 3, 2017, for related Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes
None. information. This MCAI may be found in the and Model ERJ 190–100 STD, –100 LR,
AD docket on the Internet at http:// –100 IGW, –200 STD, –200 LR, and
(c) Applicability www.regulations.gov by searching for and –200 IGW airplanes. This AD was
This AD applies to Gulfstream Aerospace locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0693.
(2) For more information about this AD,
prompted by an evaluation by the
LP Model Gulfstream 100, Astra SPX, and design approval holder indicating that
1125 Westwind Astra airplanes, certificated contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
in any category, serial numbers 004, and 011 International Section, Transport Standards the forward pressure bulkhead is subject
through 158 inclusive. Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., to widespread fatigue damage. This AD
Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425– requires repetitive detailed inspections
(d) Subject 227–1137; fax 425–227–1149. of the web aft face of the forward
Air Transport Association (ATA) of pressure bulkhead for any cracking and
America Code 52, Doors. (j) Material Incorporated by Reference
discrepancy, and repair if necessary.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register This AD also requires modification of
(e) Reason approved the incorporation by reference
This AD was prompted by a report (IBR) of the service information listed in this
the forward pressure bulkhead, which
indicating that the main entrance door (MED) paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR would terminate the inspections. We are
opened during flight, and by the part 51. issuing this AD to address the unsafe
determination that the ‘‘CABIN DOOR (2) You must use this service information condition on these products.
UNLOCK’’ crew alerting system (CAS) as applicable to do the actions required by DATES: This AD is effective November
message may extinguish before the handle this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. 27, 2017.
latch pin is fully engaged. We are issuing this (i) Gulfstream G100 Service Bulletin 100– The Director of the Federal Register
AD to prevent the MED from opening during 52–312, dated January 15, 2016.
flight, which could lead to structural damage approved the incorporation by reference
(ii) Reserved.
and loss of control of the airplane. (3) For service information identified in
of certain publications listed in this AD
this AD, contact Gulfstream Aerospace as of November 27, 2017.
(f) Compliance
Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail Station D– ADDRESSES: For service information
Comply with this AD within the 25, Savannah, GA 31402–2206; telephone identified in this final rule, contact
compliance times specified, unless already 800–810–4853; fax 912–965–3520; email Embraer S.A., Technical Publications
done. pubs@gulfstream.com; Internet http:// Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria
(g) Rigging Procedure www.gulfstream.com/product_support/ Lima, 2170—Putim—12227–901 São
technical_pubs/pubs/index.htm.
Within 12 months after the effective date Jose dos Campos—SP—Brazil;
(4) You may view this service information
of this AD: Do an updated rigging procedure
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
telephone +55 12 3927–5852 or +55 12
for the adjustment of the MED microswitch, 3309–0732; fax +55 12 3927–7546;
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
in accordance with the Accomplishment email distrib@embraer.com.br; Internet
information on the availability of this
Instructions of Gulfstream G100 Service http://www.flyembraer.com. You may
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Bulletin 100–52–312, dated January 15, 2016. view this referenced service information
(5) You may view this service information
(h) Other FAA AD Provisions that is incorporated by reference at the at the FAA, Transport Standards
The following provisions also apply to this National Archives and Records Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
AD: Administration (NARA). For information on WA. For information on the availability
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance the availability of this material at NARA, call of this material at the FAA, call 425–
(AMOCs): The Manager, International 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
227–1221. It is also available on the
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
locations.html. Internet at http://www.regulations.gov
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this by searching for and locating Docket No.
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AD, if requested using the procedures found Issued in Renton, Washington, on October FAA–2017–0697.
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 11, 2017.
39.19, send your request to your principal Jeffrey E. Duven, Examining the AD Docket
inspector or local Flight Standards District
Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft You may examine the AD docket on
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
Certification Service. the Internet at http://
directly to the International Section, send it
to the attention of the person identified in [FR Doc. 2017–22560 Filed 10–20–17; 8:45 am] www.regulations.gov by searching for
paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Information may BILLING CODE 4910–13–P and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
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0697; or in person at the Docket This [Brazilian] AD was prompted by an Related Service Information Under 1
Management Facility between 9 a.m. evaluation by the design approval holder CFR Part 51
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, indicating that the forward pressure
except Federal holidays. The AD docket bulkhead is subject to widespread fatigue Embraer S.A. has issued the following
damage. The modification required by this service information, which describes
contains this AD, the regulatory [Brazilian] AD is intended to support the
evaluation, any comments received, and Task 53–10–001–0005, an airworthiness
airplane reaching its limit of validity (LOV) limitation task for a detailed inspection
other information. The street address for of the engineering data that support the
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– established structural maintenance program.
of the web aft face of the forward
5527) is Docket Management Facility, We are issuing this [Brazilian] AD to prevent pressure bulkhead for any cracking and
U.S. Department of Transportation, fatigue cracking of the forward pressure discrepancies. These documents are
Docket Operations, M–30, West bulkhead, which could result in reduced distinct since they apply to different
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, structural integrity of the airplane. airplane models.
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Required actions include repetitive • Embraer 170/175 MRB—Temporary
Washington, DC 20590. detailed inspections of the web aft face Revision 12–3, dated September 19,
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ana of the forward pressure bulkhead for 2016, to the Embraer 170/175
Martinez Hueto, Aerospace Engineer, any cracking and discrepancy (i.e., Maintenance Review Board Report,
International Section, Transport corrosion, dents, gauge marks, fastener MRB–1621.
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind anomalies); repair if necessary; and • Embraer 190/195 MRB—Temporary
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; modification of the forward pressure Revision 10–4, dated September 19,
telephone 425–227–1622; fax 425–227– bulkhead, which would terminate the 2016, to the Embraer 190/195
1149. repetitive inspections. You may Maintenance Review Board Report,
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: examine the MCAI in the AD docket on MRB–1928.
the Internet at http:// Embraer S.A. has issued the following
Discussion
www.regulations.gov by searching for service information, which describes
We issued a notice of proposed and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR procedures for modifying the forward
0697. pressure bulkhead. These documents
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ Comments are distinct since they apply to different
170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190–100 airplane models.
We gave the public the opportunity to
STD, –100 LR, –100 IGW, –200 STD, participate in developing this AD. We • Embraer Service Bulletin 170–53–
–200 LR, and –200 IGW airplanes. The received no comments on the NPRM or 0051, Revision 03, dated August 21,
NPRM published in the Federal on the determination of the cost to the 2013.
Register on July 17, 2017 (82 FR 32658) public. • Embraer Service Bulletin 190–53–
(‘‘the NPRM’’). 0019, Revision 03, dated August 21,
The Agência Nacional de Aviação Conclusion
2013.
Civil (ANAC), which is the aviation We reviewed the relevant data and
This service information is reasonably
authority for Brazil, has issued Brazilian determined that air safety and the
available because the interested parties
Airworthiness Directive 2017–03–01, public interest require adopting this AD
have access to it through their normal
effective March 24, 2017 (referred to as proposed except for minor editorial
course of business or by the means
after this as the Mandatory Continuing changes. We have determined that these
identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the minor changes:
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition • Are consistent with the intent that Costs of Compliance
for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170 was proposed in the NPRM for
airplanes and Model ERJ 190–100 STD, correcting the unsafe condition; and We estimate that this AD affects 482
–100 LR, –100 IGW, –200 STD, –200 LR, • Do not add any additional burden airplanes of U.S. registry.
and –200 IGW airplanes. The MCAI upon the public than was already We estimate the following costs to
states: proposed in the NPRM. comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspection ............... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per $0 ........................... $85 per inspection $40,970 per inspection cycle.
inspection cycle. cycle.
Modification ............. 158 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $13,409 ........ Up to $26,839 ........ Up to $12,936,398.
$13,430.
We have received no definitive data Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more the Administrator finds necessary for
that would enable us to provide cost detail the scope of the Agency’s safety in air commerce. This regulation
estimates for the on-condition actions authority. is within the scope of that authority
specified in this AD. We are issuing this rulemaking under because it addresses an unsafe condition
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the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, that is likely to exist or develop on
Authority for This Rulemaking
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: products identified in this rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code General requirements.’’ Under that action.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue section, Congress charges the FAA with This AD is issued in accordance with
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in authority delegated by the Executive
section 106, describes the authority of air commerce by prescribing regulations Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: for practices, methods, and procedures as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
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In accordance with that order, issuance (1) Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 170–100 LR, (i) Credit for Previous Actions
of ADs is normally a function of the –100 STD, –100 SE., and –100 SU airplanes; (1) This paragraph provides credit for the
Compliance and Airworthiness and Model ERJ 170–200 LR, –200 SU, and actions applicable to Model ERJ 170
Division, but during this transition –200 STD airplanes; as identified in Embraer airplanes required by paragraph (h) of this
Service Bulletin 170–53–0051, Revision 03, AD, if those actions were performed before
period, the Executive Director has dated August 21, 2013. the effective date of this AD, using the
delegated the authority to issue ADs (2) Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190–100 STD, service information specified in paragraph
applicable to transport category –100 LR, and –100 IGW airplanes; and Model (i)(1)(i), (i)(1)(ii), or (i)(1)(iii) of this AD.
airplanes to the Director of the System ERJ 190–200 STD, –200 LR, and –200 IGW (i) Embraer Service Bulletin 170–53–0051,
Oversight Division. airplanes; as identified in Embraer Service dated February 26, 2010.
Bulletin 190–53–0019, Revision 03, dated (ii) Embraer Service Bulletin 170–53–0051,
Regulatory Findings August 21, 2013. Revision 01, dated May 25, 2011.
We determined that this AD will not (iii) Embraer Service Bulletin 170–53–
(d) Subject 0051, Revision 02, May 28, 2012.
have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will Air Transport Association (ATA) of (2) This paragraph provides credit for
America Code 53, Fuselage. actions applicable to Model ERJ 190
not have a substantial direct effect on
airplanes required by paragraph (h) of this
the States, on the relationship between (e) Reason AD, if those actions were performed before
the national government and the States, This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the effective date of this AD, using the
or on the distribution of power and the design approval holder indicating that service information specified in paragraph
responsibilities among the various the forward pressure bulkhead is subject to (i)(2)(i), (i)(2)(ii), or (i)(2)(iii) of this AD.
levels of government. widespread fatigue damage. We are issuing (i) Embraer Service Bulletin 190–53–0019,
For the reasons discussed above, I this AD to prevent fatigue cracking of the dated February 26, 2010.
certify that this AD: forward pressure bulkhead, which could (ii) Embraer Service Bulletin 190–53–0019,
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory result in reduced structural integrity of the Revision 01, dated May 25, 2011.
airplane. (iii) Embraer Service Bulletin 190–53–
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 0019, Revision 02, dated May 28, 2012.
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (f) Compliance
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (j) Other FAA AD Provisions
Comply with this AD within the
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); compliance times specified, unless already The following provisions also apply to this
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in done. AD:
Alaska; and (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
4. Will not have a significant (g) Repetitive Inspections and Repairs (AMOCs): The Manager, International
economic impact, positive or negative, Before the accumulation of 25,954 total Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA,
on a substantial number of small entities flight cycles, or within 3,600 flight cycles has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
after the effective date of this AD, whichever AD, if requested using the procedures found
under the criteria of the Regulatory in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
Flexibility Act. occurs later: Do a detailed inspection of the
39.19, send your request to your principal
web aft face of the forward pressure bulkhead
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 inspector or local Flight Standards District
for any cracking and discrepancy (i.e.,
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation corrosion, dents, gauge marks, fastener
directly to the International Section, send it
anomalies), in accordance with Task 53–10–
safety, Incorporation by reference, to the attention of the person identified in
001–0005 specified in Embraer 170/175 paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. Information may
Safety. MRB—Temporary Revision 12–3, dated be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-
Adoption of the Amendment September 19, 2016, to the Embraer 170/175 REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any
Maintenance Review Board Report, MRB– approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
Accordingly, under the authority 1621; or Task 53–10–001–0005 specified in principal inspector, or lacking a principal
delegated to me by the Administrator, Embraer 190/195 MRB—Temporary Revision inspector, the manager of the local flight
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as 10–4, dated September 19, 2016, to the standards district office/certificate holding
follows: Embraer 190/195 Maintenance Review Board district office.
Report, MRB–1928; as applicable. Repeat the (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS inspection thereafter at intervals not to requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
DIRECTIVES exceed 6,489 flight cycles. If any cracking or actions from a manufacturer, the action must
discrepancy is found during any inspection be accomplished using a method approved
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 required by this paragraph, before further by the Manager, International Section,
continues to read as follows: flight, repair the forward pressure bulkhead Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
using a method approved by the Manager, ANAC; or ANAC’s authorized Designee. If
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
International Section, Transport Standards approved by the ANAC Designee, the
§ 39.13 [Amended] Branch, FAA; or the Agência Nacional de approval must include the Designee’s
Aviação Civil (ANAC); or ANAC’s authorized authorized signature.
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee,
the following new airworthiness the approval must include the Designee’s (k) Related Information
directive (AD): authorized signature. (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
2017–21–09 Embraer S.A.: Amendment 39– Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Brazilian
(h) Modification of the Forward Pressure
19080; Docket No. FAA–2017–0697; AD 2017–03–01, dated March 24, 2017, for
Bulkhead
Product Identifier 2017–NM–041–AD. related information. This MCAI may be
Before the accumulation of 38,931 total found in the AD docket on the Internet at
(a) Effective Date flight cycles: Modify the forward pressure http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
This AD is effective November 27, 2017. bulkhead, in accordance with the and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0697.
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Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer (2) For more information about this AD,
(b) Affected ADs Service Bulletin 170–53–0051, Revision 03, contact Ana Martinez Hueto, Aerospace
None. dated August 21, 2013; or Embraer Service Engineer, International Section, Transport
Bulletin 190–53–0019, Revision 03, dated Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue
(c) Applicability August 21, 2013; as applicable. SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone
This AD applies to the airplanes specified Accomplishing the modification required by 425–227–1622; fax 425–227–1149.
in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, this paragraph terminates the requirements of (3) Service information identified in this
certificated in any category. paragraph (g) of this AD. AD that is not incorporated by reference is
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available at the addresses specified in procedures developed at Rosebud Sioux History
paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. Tribal Airport, for the safety and The FAA published in the Federal
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference management of instrument flight rules Register (82 FR 39549, August 21, 2017)
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
(IFR) operations at the airport. Docket No. FAA–2016–9545 a notice of
approved the incorporation by reference DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, December 7, proposed rulemaking to establish Class
(IBR) of the service information listed in this 2017. The Director of the Federal E airspace extending upward from 700
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Register approves this incorporation by feet above the surface at Rosebud Sioux
part 51. Tribal Airport, Rosebud, SD. Interested
reference action under title 1, Code of
(2) You must use this service information parties were invited to participate in
as applicable to do the actions required by Federal Regulations, part 51, subject to
the annual revision of FAA Order this rulemaking effort by submitting
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Embraer 170/175 MRB—Temporary 7400.11 and publication of conforming written comments on the proposal to the
Revision 12–3, dated September 19, 2016, to amendments. FAA. No comments were received.
the Embraer 170/175 Maintenance Review Class E airspace designations are
Board Report, MRB–1621.
ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11B, published in paragraph 6005 of FAA
(ii) Embraer 190/195 MRB—Temporary Airspace Designations and Reporting Order 7400.11B dated August 3, 2017,
Revision 10–4, dated September 19, 2016, to Points, and subsequent amendments can and effective September 15, 2017, which
the Embraer 190/195 Maintenance Review be viewed on line at http:// is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
Board Report, MRB–1928. www.faa.gov/air_traffic/publications/. 71.1. The Class E airspace designations
(iii) Embraer Service Bulletin 170–53– For further information, you can contact listed in this document will be
0051, Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. the Airspace Policy Group, Federal published subsequently in the Order.
(iv) Embraer Service Bulletin 190–53–0019, Aviation Administration, 800
Revision 03, dated August 21, 2013. Independence Avenue SW., Availability and Summary of
(3) For service information identified in Documents for Incorporation by
this AD, contact Embraer S.A., Technical
Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202)
267–8783. The Order is also available Reference
Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro
Faria Lima, 2170—Putim—12227–901 São for inspection at the National Archives This document amends FAA Order
Jose dos Campos—SP—Brasil; telephone +55 and Records Administration (NARA). 7400.11B, Airspace Designations and
12 3927–5852 or +55 12 3309–0732; fax +55 For information on the availability of Reporting Points, dated August 3, 2017,
12 3927–7546; email distrib@embraer.com.br; FAA Order 7400.11B at NARA, call and effective September 15, 2017. FAA
Internet http://www.flyembraer.com. (202) 741–6030, or go to http:// Order 7400.11B is publicly available as
(4) You may view this service information www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ listed in the ADDRESSES section of this
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, ibr-locations.html. document. FAA Order 7400.11B lists
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
information on the availability of this FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Designations and Reporting Points, is air traffic service routes, and reporting
(5) You may view this service information published yearly and effective on points.
that is incorporated by reference at the September 15. The Rule
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: This amendment to title 14, Code of
the availability of this material at NARA, call Rebecca Shelby, Federal Aviation Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// Administration, Operations Support establishes Class E airspace extending
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- Group, Central Service Center, 10101 upward from 700 feet above the surface
locations.html. Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX within a 6.4-mile radius of Rosebud
Issued in Renton, Washington, on October 76177; telephone (817) 222–5857. Sioux Tribal Airport, Rosebud, SD, to
12, 2017. accommodate new special instrument
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Dionne Palermo, approach procedures. Controlled
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Authority for This Rulemaking airspace is needed for the safety and
Aircraft Certification Service. management of IFR operations at the
The FAA’s authority to issue rules airport.
[FR Doc. 2017–22779 Filed 10–20–17; 8:45 am]
regarding aviation safety is found in
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Title 49 of the United States Code. Regulatory Notices and Analyses
Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the The FAA has determined that this
authority of the FAA Administrator. regulation only involves an established
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, body of technical regulations for which
Federal Aviation Administration describes in more detail the scope of the frequent and routine amendments are
agency’s authority. This rulemaking is necessary to keep them operationally
14 CFR Part 71 promulgated under the authority current, is non-controversial and
described in Subtitle VII, Part A, unlikely to result in adverse or negative
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9545; Airspace Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that comments. It, therefore: (1) Is not a
Docket No. 16–AGL–33] section, the FAA is charged with ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under
prescribing regulations to assign the use Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a
Establishment of Class E Airspace;
of airspace necessary to ensure the ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT
Rosebud, SD
safety of aircraft and the efficient use of Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44
AGENCY: Federal Aviation airspace. This regulation is within the FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3)
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Administration (FAA), DOT. scope of that authority as it establishes does not warrant preparation of a
ACTION: Final rule. controlled airspace extending upward regulatory evaluation as the anticipated
from 700 feet above the surface at impact is so minimal. Since this is a
SUMMARY: This action establishes Class Rosebud Sioux Tribal Airport, Rosebud, routine matter that will only affect air
E airspace at Rosebud, SD. Controlled SD, to support standard instrument traffic procedures and air navigation, it
airspace is necessary to accommodate approach procedures for IFR operations is certified that this rule, when
new special instrument approach at the airport. promulgated, does not have a significant
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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. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective November 27, 2017. | |
| Contact | Ana Martinez Hueto, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1622; fax 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 48921 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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