82 FR 49498 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 206 (October 26, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 206 (October 26, 2017)
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 206 (Thursday, October 26, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 49498-49501] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-23015] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0521; Product Identifier 2016-NM-189-AD; Amendment 39-19086; AD 2017-22-06] 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 CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of fuel leaks in the engine and auxiliary power unit (APU) electrical fuel pump (EFP) cartridge/canister electrical connectors and conduits. This AD requires repetitive inspections for fuel leakage at the engine and APU fuel pumps, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective November 30, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 30, 2017. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center North America toll-free telephone 1-866-538-1247 or direct-dial telephone 1- 514-855-2999; fax 514-855-7401; email ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; Internet http://www.bombardier.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-2017-0521. 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- 0521; 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: Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794-5531. 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 Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 2, 2017 (82 FR 25556) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of fuel leaks in the engine and APU EFP cartridge/canister electrical connectors and conduits. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections for fuel leakage at the engine and APU fuel pumps, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fuel leaks in certain fuel pumps to remove a potential fuel ignition hazard. Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF- 2016-32R1, dated October 12, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600- 2B16 (CL-601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) airplanes. The MCAI states: [[Page 49499]] Fuel leaks have been reported in the engine and auxiliary power unit (APU) electrical fuel pump (EFP) cartridge/canister electrical connectors and conduits on production aeroplanes. Initially, Bombardier had determined that the subject discrepancy was limited to the new pump canister installations on 24 production aeroplanes. Bombardier also reported the possibility of cut insulation on the electric harness wires of the newly installed canister housing assemblies. Emergency [Canadian] AD CF-2014-17 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2014-15-17, Amendment 39-17919 (79 FR 44268, July 31, 2014)] was issued to limit landing light operation on-ground in order to address a potential fire hazard as result of a possible fuel leak from the APU, EFP electrical conduit in the landing light compartment. In addition, [Canadian] AD CF-2014-21 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2014-20-01, Amendment 39-17974 (79 FR 59640, October 3, 2014), superseded by FAA AD 2016-10-10, Amendment 39- 18521 (81 FR 31497, May 19, 2016) (``AD 2016-10-10'')] was issued to mandate removal of then identified 24 discrepant EFP canister assemblies from service. Bombardier has recently determined that the subject fuel leaks may not be limited to the 24 units affected by [Canadian] AD CF- 2014-21 [(AD 2016-10-10)], but may potentially affect other in- service [Bombardier Model] CL-600-2B16 aeroplanes. Until such time that a final fix for the fuel leak problem is realized, Bombardier as an interim mitigating action, has issued [Service Bulletin] SB 604-28-022 and SB 605-28-010 that introduces [a] repeat [general visual] inspection and if required, rectification [related investigative and corrective actions] of subject fuel leaks on affected aeroplanes. [Canadian] AD CF-2016-32 was issued on 29 September 2016 to mandate compliance with applicable Bombardier SBs, to mitigate any potential safety hazard resulting from fuel leaks. Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD is being issued to correct a typographic error in paragraph B.1. of the [Canadian AD] Corrective Actions. 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- 0521. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comment received on the NPRM and the FAA's response. Request To Delay Issuance Until the Release of New Service Information Bombardier, Inc., indicated its intent to revise Bombardier Service Bulletin 604-28-022, dated October 19, 2015; and Bombardier Service Bulletin 605-28-010, dated October 19, 2015. Bombardier, Inc., stated that these revisions will change the inspection instructions. Bombardier, Inc., further added that it plans to publish new service information to introduce similar inspections on Model CL-650 airplanes. We infer that Bombardier, Inc., is requesting that we delay the issuance of this final rule until after the revised service information is released and then refer to the revised service information. We disagree with the commenter's request. We do not consider that delaying this action until release of the planned service information is warranted since the service information incorporated by reference in this AD adequately addresses the unsafe condition. We might consider additional rulemaking once the revised service information is released, or if new service information is issued for Model CL-650 airplanes, which are not included in the applicability of this AD. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the 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 Bombardier, Inc., has issued Service Bulletin 604-28-022, dated October 19, 2015; and Service Bulletin 605-28-010, dated October 19, 2015. This service information describes procedures for repetitive general visual inspections for fuel leakage at the engine and APU fuel pumps, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. These documents are distinct since they apply to airplanes in different configurations. 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 121 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections...................... 1 work-hour x $85 $0 $85 per inspection $10,285 per per hour = $85 per cycle. inspection cycle. inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For Model CL-600-2B16 airplanes having serial numbers 5701 through 5955 inclusive, 5957, 5960 through 5966 inclusive, 5968 through 5971 inclusive, and 5981, we estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the required inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these replacements: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replace o-ring in affected pump............... 3 work-hours x $85 per hour = $17 $272 $255. Replace cartridge in affected pump............ 2 work-hours x $85 per hour = 8,618 8,788 $170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 49500]] For Model CL-600-2B16 airplanes having serial numbers 5301 through 5665 inclusive, we have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2017-22-06 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-19086; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0521; Product Identifier 2016-NM-189-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 30, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600-2B16 (CL-601- 3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) airplanes, certificated in any category, having serial numbers 5301 through 5665 inclusive, 5701 through 5955 inclusive, 5957, 5960 through 5966 inclusive, 5968 through 5971 inclusive, and 5981. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of fuel leaks in the engine and auxiliary power unit (APU) electrical fuel pump (EFP) cartridge/ canister electrical connectors and conduits. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fuel leaks in certain fuel pumps to remove a potential fuel ignition hazard. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) General Visual Inspections and Corrective Actions--Model CL-600- 2B16 Airplanes, Serial Numbers 5301 through 5665 Inclusive For Model CL-600-2B16 airplanes having serial numbers 5301 through 5665 inclusive: Within 600 flight hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD, do the inspections specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 604-28-022, dated October 19, 2015; except where Bombardier Service Bulletin 604-28-022, dated October 19, 2015, specifies to contact the manufacturer, before further flight accomplish corrective actions in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspections at intervals not to exceed 600 flight hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first. (1) Do a general visual inspection for traces of fuel coming from the right-hand engine boost pump at the location of the belly fairing screw (FS412, BL 0.0). (2) Do a general visual inspection for traces of fuel coming from the left-hand engine boost pump at the location of the belly fairing screw (FS412, BL 0.0). (3) Do a general visual inspection for traces of fuel coming from the EFP electrical wiring conduit outlet at the lower body fairing area for engine EFPs and at the right-hand landing light compartment for the APU EFP. (h) General Visual Inspections and Related Investigative and Corrective Actions--Model CL-600-2B16 Airplanes Having Serial Numbers 5701 through 5955 Inclusive, 5957, 5960 through 5966 Inclusive, 5968 through 5971 Inclusive, and 5981 For Model CL-600-2B16 airplanes having serial numbers 5701 through 5955 inclusive, 5957, 5960 through 5966 inclusive, 5968 through 5971 inclusive, and 5981: Within 600 flight hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD, do the inspections specified in paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions in Bombardier Service Bulletin 605-28-010, dated October 19, 2015; except where Bombardier Service Bulletin 605-28- 010, dated October 19, 2015, specifies to contact the manufacturer, before further flight accomplish corrective actions in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the inspections at intervals not to exceed 600 flight hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first. (1) Do a general visual inspection for traces of fuel coming from the right-hand engine boost pump at the location of the belly fairing screw (FS412, BL 0.0). (2) Do a general visual inspection for traces of fuel coming from the left-hand engine boost pump at the location of the belly fairing screw (FS412, BL 0.0). [[Page 49501]] (3) Do a general visual inspection of the right-hand landing light compartment for traces of fuel coming from the APU EFP. (i) 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. (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2016-32R1, dated October 12, 2016, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0521. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; 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 (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD. (k) 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 604-28-022, dated October 19, 2015. (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 605-28-010, dated October 19, 2015. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center North America toll-free telephone 1-866-538-1247 or direct-dial telephone 1-514-855-2999; fax 514-855-7401; email ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; Internet http://www.bombardier.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 17, 2017. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-23015 Filed 10-25-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(2) Before using any approved AMOC, National Archives and Records SW., Renton, WA. For information on
notify your appropriate principal inspector, Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at the
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager the availability of this material at NARA, call FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
of the local flight standards district office/ 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// available on the Internet at http://
certificate holding district office. www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable locations.html.
www.regulations.gov by searching for
level of safety may be used for any repair, and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
Issued in Renton, Washington, on October 0521.
modification, or alteration required by this
11, 2017.
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Examining the AD Docket
Commercial Airplanes Organization Dionne Palermo,
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has Acting Director, System Oversight Division, You may examine the AD docket on
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Service. the Internet at http://
ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be [FR Doc. 2017–22950 Filed 10–25–17; 8:45 am] www.regulations.gov by searching for
approved, the repair method, modification BILLING CODE 4910–13–P and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet 0521; or in person at the Docket
the certification basis of the airplane, and the Management Facility between 9 a.m.
approval must specifically refer to this AD. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
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(4) Except as required by paragraph (h)(2)
of this AD: For service information that
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
Federal Aviation Administration contains this AD, the regulatory
contains steps that are labeled as Required
for Compliance (RC), the provisions of evaluation, any comments received, and
paragraphs (k)(4)(i) and (k)(4)(ii) of this AD 14 CFR Part 39 other information. The street address for
apply. the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0521; Product
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including Identifier 2016–NM–189–AD; Amendment 5527) is Docket Management Facility,
substeps under an RC step and any figures 39–19086; AD 2017–22–06] U.S. Department of Transportation,
identified in an RC step, must be done to Docket Operations, M–30, West
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is RIN 2120–AA64 Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
requirement is removed from that step or Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
substep. An AMOC is required for any
Washington, DC 20590.
Inc., Airplanes FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
deviations to RC steps, including substeps
and identified figures. AGENCY: Federal Aviation Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be Administration (FAA), Department of Engineer, Avionics and Administrative
deviated from using accepted methods in Transportation (DOT). Services Section, FAA, New York ACO
accordance with the operator’s maintenance Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
or inspection program without obtaining ACTION: Final rule.
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, 516–228–7367; fax 516–794–5531.
including substeps and identified figures, can
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
still be done as specified, and the airplane airworthiness directive (AD) for certain SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
can be put back in an airworthy condition. Bombardier, Inc., Model CL–600–2B16 Discussion
(CL–601–3A, CL–601–3R, and CL–604
(l) Related Information Variants) airplanes. This AD was We issued a notice of proposed
For more information about this AD, prompted by reports of fuel leaks in the rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
contact Jennifer Tsakoumakis, Airframe engine and auxiliary power unit (APU) part 39 by adding an AD that would
Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, electrical fuel pump (EFP) cartridge/ apply to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model
3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA CL–600–2B16 (CL–601–3A, CL–601–3R,
90712–4137; phone: 562–627–5264; fax: 562–
canister electrical connectors and
conduits. This AD requires repetitive and CL–604 Variants) airplanes. The
627–5210; email: jennifer.tsakoumakis@ NPRM published in the Federal
faa.gov. inspections for fuel leakage at the
engine and APU fuel pumps, and Register on June 2, 2017 (82 FR 25556)
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference related investigative and corrective (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM was
(1) The Director of the Federal Register actions if necessary. We are issuing this prompted by reports of fuel leaks in the
approved the incorporation by reference AD to address the unsafe condition on engine and APU EFP cartridge/canister
(IBR) of the service information listed in this these products. electrical connectors and conduits. The
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR NPRM proposed to require repetitive
part 51. DATES: This AD is effective November
inspections for fuel leakage at the
(2) You must use this service information 30, 2017. engine and APU fuel pumps, and
as applicable to do the actions required by The Director of the Federal Register related investigative and corrective
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. approved the incorporation by reference
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
actions if necessary. We are issuing this
of certain publications listed in this AD AD to detect and correct fuel leaks in
53A1349, dated August 23, 2016. as of November 30, 2017.
(ii) Reserved. certain fuel pumps to remove a potential
(3) For service information identified in ADDRESSES: For service information fuel ignition hazard.
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial identified in this final rule, contact Transport Canada Civil Aviation
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-Vertu Road (TCCA), which is the aviation authority
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, Canada; for Canada, has issued Canadian
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; Widebody Customer Response Center Airworthiness Directive CF–2016–32R1,
telephone 562–797–1717; Internet https:// North America toll-free telephone 1– dated October 12, 2016 (referred to after
www.myboeingfleet.com. 866–538–1247 or direct-dial telephone
ethrower on DSK3G9T082PROD with RULES
this as the Mandatory Continuing
(4) You may view this service information 1–514–855–2999; fax 514–855–7401; Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
email ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
information on the availability of this Internet http://www.bombardier.com. for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model CL–
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. You may view this referenced service 600–2B16 (CL–601–3A, CL–601–3R, and
(5) You may view this service information information at the FAA, Transport CL–604 Variants) airplanes. The MCAI
that is incorporated by reference at the Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue states:
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Fuel leaks have been reported in the engine paragraph B.1. of the [Canadian AD] included in the applicability of this AD.
and auxiliary power unit (APU) electrical Corrective Actions. We have not changed this AD in this
fuel pump (EFP) cartridge/canister electrical regard.
connectors and conduits on production You may examine the MCAI in the
aeroplanes. Initially, Bombardier had AD docket on the Internet at http:// Conclusion
determined that the subject discrepancy was www.regulations.gov by searching for
limited to the new pump canister and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– We reviewed the relevant data,
installations on 24 production aeroplanes. 0521. considered the comment received, and
Bombardier also reported the possibility of determined that air safety and the
cut insulation on the electric harness wires Comments
public interest require adopting this AD
of the newly installed canister housing We gave the public the opportunity to as proposed except for minor editorial
assemblies. participate in developing this AD. The
Emergency [Canadian] AD CF–2014–17 changes. We have determined that these
[which corresponds to FAA AD 2014–15–17, following presents the comment minor changes:
Amendment 39–17919 (79 FR 44268, July 31, received on the NPRM and the FAA’s • Are consistent with the intent that
2014)] was issued to limit landing light response. was proposed in the NPRM for
operation on-ground in order to address a Request To Delay Issuance Until the correcting the unsafe condition; and
potential fire hazard as result of a possible Release of New Service Information
fuel leak from the APU, EFP electrical • Do not add any additional burden
Bombardier, Inc., indicated its intent
conduit in the landing light compartment. In upon the public than was already
to revise Bombardier Service Bulletin
addition, [Canadian] AD CF–2014–21 [which proposed in the NPRM.
corresponds to FAA AD 2014–20–01, 604–28–022, dated October 19, 2015;
Amendment 39–17974 (79 FR 59640, October and Bombardier Service Bulletin 605– Related Service Information Under 1
3, 2014), superseded by FAA AD 2016–10– 28–010, dated October 19, 2015. CFR Part 51
10, Amendment 39–18521 (81 FR 31497, May Bombardier, Inc., stated that these
19, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–10–10’’)] was issued to revisions will change the inspection Bombardier, Inc., has issued Service
mandate removal of then identified 24 instructions. Bombardier, Inc., further Bulletin 604–28–022, dated October 19,
discrepant EFP canister assemblies from
added that it plans to publish new 2015; and Service Bulletin 605–28–010,
service. dated October 19, 2015. This service
Bombardier has recently determined that service information to introduce similar
inspections on Model CL–650 airplanes. information describes procedures for
the subject fuel leaks may not be limited to repetitive general visual inspections for
the 24 units affected by [Canadian] AD CF– We infer that Bombardier, Inc., is
2014–21 [(AD 2016–10–10)], but may requesting that we delay the issuance of fuel leakage at the engine and APU fuel
potentially affect other in-service this final rule until after the revised pumps, and related investigative and
[Bombardier Model] CL–600–2B16 service information is released and then corrective actions if necessary. These
aeroplanes. Until such time that a final fix for refer to the revised service information. documents are distinct since they apply
the fuel leak problem is realized, Bombardier to airplanes in different configurations.
as an interim mitigating action, has issued
We disagree with the commenter’s
request. We do not consider that This service information is reasonably
[Service Bulletin] SB 604–28–022 and SB available because the interested parties
605–28–010 that introduces [a] repeat delaying this action until release of the
[general visual] inspection and if required, planned service information is have access to it through their normal
rectification [related investigative and warranted since the service information course of business or by the means
corrective actions] of subject fuel leaks on incorporated by reference in this AD identified in the ADDRESSES section.
affected aeroplanes. [Canadian] AD CF– adequately addresses the unsafe
2016–32 was issued on 29 September 2016 to
Costs of Compliance
condition. We might consider additional
mandate compliance with applicable We estimate that this AD affects 121
Bombardier SBs, to mitigate any potential rulemaking once the revised service
safety hazard resulting from fuel leaks. information is released, or if new airplanes of U.S. registry.
Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD is being service information is issued for Model We estimate the following costs to
issued to correct a typographic error in CL–650 airplanes, which are not comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost on U.S. operators
product
Inspections ................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per inspec- $0 $85 per inspection $10,285 per inspection
tion cycle. cycle. cycle.
For Model CL–600–2B16 airplanes and 5981, we estimate the following have no way of determining the number
having serial numbers 5701 through costs to do any necessary replacements of aircraft that might need these
5955 inclusive, 5957, 5960 through 5966 that would be required based on the replacements:
inclusive, 5968 through 5971 inclusive, results of the required inspection. We
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
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Replace o-ring in affected pump .................................. 3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 ........................... $17 $272
Replace cartridge in affected pump ............................. 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ........................... 8,618 8,788
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For Model CL–600–2B16 airplanes 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (g) General Visual Inspections and
having serial numbers 5301 through DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Corrective Actions—Model CL–600–2B16
5665 inclusive, we have received no (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Airplanes, Serial Numbers 5301 through
5665 Inclusive
definitive data that would enable us to 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
provide cost estimates for the on- For Model CL–600–2B16 airplanes having
Alaska; and serial numbers 5301 through 5665 inclusive:
condition actions specified in this AD.
4. Will not have a significant Within 600 flight hours or 12 months,
According to the manufacturer, some economic impact, positive or negative, whichever occurs first, after the effective date
of the costs of this AD may be covered on a substantial number of small entities of this AD, do the inspections specified in
under warranty, thereby reducing the under the criteria of the Regulatory paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD,
cost impact on affected individuals. We Flexibility Act. and do all applicable corrective actions, in
do not control warranty coverage for accordance with the Accomplishment
affected individuals. As a result, we List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin
have included all costs in our cost 604–28–022, dated October 19, 2015; except
estimate. Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation where Bombardier Service Bulletin 604–28–
safety, Incorporation by reference, 022, dated October 19, 2015, specifies to
Authority for This Rulemaking Safety. contact the manufacturer, before further
flight accomplish corrective actions in
Title 49 of the United States Code Adoption of the Amendment accordance with the procedures specified in
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Accordingly, under the authority corrective actions before further flight.
section 106, describes the authority of delegated to me by the Administrator, Repeat the inspections at intervals not to
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as exceed 600 flight hours or 12 months,
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more follows: whichever occurs first.
detail the scope of the Agency’s (1) Do a general visual inspection for traces
authority. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS of fuel coming from the right-hand engine
DIRECTIVES boost pump at the location of the belly fairing
We are issuing this rulemaking under screw (FS412, BL 0.0).
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, (2) Do a general visual inspection for traces
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
of fuel coming from the left-hand engine
General requirements.’’ Under that continues to read as follows: boost pump at the location of the belly fairing
section, Congress charges the FAA with Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. screw (FS412, BL 0.0).
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (3) Do a general visual inspection for traces
§ 39.13 [Amended] of fuel coming from the EFP electrical wiring
air commerce by prescribing regulations
conduit outlet at the lower body fairing area
for practices, methods, and procedures ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding for engine EFPs and at the right-hand landing
the Administrator finds necessary for the following new airworthiness light compartment for the APU EFP.
safety in air commerce. This regulation directive (AD):
is within the scope of that authority (h) General Visual Inspections and Related
2017–22–06 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment Investigative and Corrective Actions—Model
because it addresses an unsafe condition
39–19086; Docket No. FAA–2017–0521; CL–600–2B16 Airplanes Having Serial
that is likely to exist or develop on Product Identifier 2016–NM–189–AD. Numbers 5701 through 5955 Inclusive, 5957,
products identified in this rulemaking 5960 through 5966 Inclusive, 5968 through
action. (a) Effective Date
5971 Inclusive, and 5981
This AD is issued in accordance with This AD is effective November 30, 2017.
For Model CL–600–2B16 airplanes having
authority delegated by the Executive (b) Affected ADs serial numbers 5701 through 5955 inclusive,
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, 5957, 5960 through 5966 inclusive, 5968
None.
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. through 5971 inclusive, and 5981: Within
In accordance with that order, issuance (c) Applicability 600 flight hours or 12 months, whichever
of ADs is normally a function of the This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., occurs first, after the effective date of this
Compliance and Airworthiness Model CL–600–2B16 (CL–601–3A, CL–601– AD, do the inspections specified in
Division, but during this transition 3R, and CL–604 Variants) airplanes, paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this
period, the Executive Director has certificated in any category, having serial AD, and do all applicable related
numbers 5301 through 5665 inclusive, 5701 investigative and corrective actions, in
delegated the authority to issue ADs accordance with the Accomplishment
applicable to transport category through 5955 inclusive, 5957, 5960 through
5966 inclusive, 5968 through 5971 inclusive, Instructions in Bombardier Service Bulletin
airplanes to the Director of the System 605–28–010, dated October 19, 2015; except
and 5981.
Oversight Division. where Bombardier Service Bulletin 605–28–
(d) Subject 010, dated October 19, 2015, specifies to
Regulatory Findings
Air Transport Association (ATA) of contact the manufacturer, before further
We determined that this AD will not America Code 28, Fuel. flight accomplish corrective actions in
have federalism implications under accordance with the procedures specified in
(e) Reason paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
This AD was prompted by reports of fuel related investigative and corrective actions
not have a substantial direct effect on leaks in the engine and auxiliary power unit before further flight. Repeat the inspections
the States, on the relationship between (APU) electrical fuel pump (EFP) cartridge/ at intervals not to exceed 600 flight hours or
the national government and the States, canister electrical connectors and conduits. 12 months, whichever occurs first.
or on the distribution of power and We are issuing this AD to detect and correct (1) Do a general visual inspection for traces
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responsibilities among the various fuel leaks in certain fuel pumps to remove a of fuel coming from the right-hand engine
levels of government. potential fuel ignition hazard. boost pump at the location of the belly fairing
screw (FS412, BL 0.0).
For the reasons discussed above, I (f) Compliance (2) Do a general visual inspection for traces
certify that this AD: Comply with this AD within the of fuel coming from the left-hand engine
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory compliance times specified, unless already boost pump at the location of the belly fairing
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; done. screw (FS412, BL 0.0).
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(3) Do a general visual inspection of the 514–855–2999; fax 514–855–7401; email SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
right-hand landing light compartment for ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; Internet http:// 1. In this Policy Statement, the
traces of fuel coming from the APU EFP. www.bombardier.com. Commission sets forth a new policy on
(4) You may view this service information establishing license terms for original
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
The following provisions also apply to this and new licenses for hydropower
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
AD: information on the availability of this projects located at non-federal dams.
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. The goal of this action is to provide
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO (5) You may view this service information more certainty for stakeholders
Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve that is incorporated by reference at the regarding the Commission’s regulatory
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the National Archives and Records process, reduce regulatory burden,
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In Administration (NARA). For information on increase administrative efficiency for all
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your the availability of this material at NARA, call stakeholders, and further encourage
request to your principal inspector or local 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
Flight Standards District Office, as licensees to negotiate settlement
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- agreements and promptly seek
appropriate. If sending information directly locations.html.
to the manager of the certification office, authorization to implement voluntary
send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Issued in Renton, Washington, on October environmental, recreational, and
Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New 17, 2017. developmental enhancements.
York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Jeffrey E. Duven,
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone I. Background
Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before Certification Service. A. Current License Term Policy
using any approved AMOC, notify your
[FR Doc. 2017–23015 Filed 10–25–17; 8:45 am] 2. Section 6 of the Federal Power Act
appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a
principal inspector, the manager of the local BILLING CODE 4910–13–P (FPA) 1 provides that hydropower
flight standards district office/certificate licenses shall be issued for a term not
holding district office. to exceed 50 years. There is no
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY minimum license term for original
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
licenses. FPA section 15(e) 2 provides
Federal Energy Regulatory that any ‘‘new license’’ 3 shall be for a
be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, New York ACO Branch,
Commission term that the Commission determines to
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation be in the public interest, but not less
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design 18 CFR Parts 4, 5, and 16 than 30 years or more than 50 years.
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
[Docket No. PL17–3–000]
3. It is current Commission policy to
the DAO, the approval must include the set a 50-year term for licenses issued for
DAO-authorized signature. projects located at federal dams.4 For
Policy Statement on Establishing
(j) Related Information License Terms for Hydroelectric projects located at non-federal dams, the
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Projects Commission sets a 30-year term where
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian there is little or no authorized
AD CF–2016–32R1, dated October 12, 2016, AGENCY: Federal Energy Regulatory redevelopment, new construction, or
for related information. This MCAI may be Commission, Department of Energy. environmental mitigation and
found in the AD docket on the Internet at ACTION: Policy statement. enhancement; a 40-year term for a
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for license involving a moderate amount of
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0521. SUMMARY: The Federal Energy these activities; and a 50-year term
(2) For more information about this AD, Regulatory Commission (Commission) is
contact Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace
where there is an extensive amount of
giving notice of a new policy on such activity.5 The Commission
Engineer, Avionics and Administrative
Services Section, FAA, New York ACO
establishing license terms for previously established this policy to
Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, hydroelectric projects. In this Policy ease the economic impact of new costs,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228– Statement, the Commission adopts a 40- promote balanced and comprehensive
7367; fax 516–794–5531. year default license term for original development of renewable power
(3) Service information identified in this and new licenses for hydropower generating resources, and encourage
AD that is not incorporated by reference is projects located at non-federal dams. licensees to be good environmental
available at the addresses specified in The Policy Statement also sets forth
paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD.
stewards.6
when the Commission will consider 4. Determining whether the measures
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference issuing those projects a license with a required under a license are minimal,
(1) The Director of the Federal Register term for less or more than 40 years. moderate, or extensive is highly case-
approved the incorporation by reference DATES: This policy statement will be
(IBR) of the service information listed in this applicable as of October 26, 2017. 1 16 U.S.C. 799 (2012).
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR 2 16 U.S.C. 808(e) (2012).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
part 51. 3 ‘‘New license’’ is the term used in the FPA to
(2) You must use this service information Nicholas Jayjack, (Technical refer to a license issued to replace a project’s
as applicable to do the actions required by Information), Office of Energy expiring license.
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. Projects, Federal Energy Regulatory 4 City of Danville, Virginia, 58 FERC ¶ 61,318, at
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 604–28– Commission, 888 First Street NE., 62,020 (1992) (citing Little Falls Hydroelectric
022, dated October 19, 2015. Associates, 27 FERC ¶ 61,376 (1984)).
Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502– 5 Id. (addressing original licenses); Consumers
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 605–28– 6073.
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010, dated October 19, 2015. Power Co., 68 FERC ¶ 61,077, at 61,384 (1994)
Carolyn Clarkin, (Legal Information), (addressing new licenses). Projects that entail
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-
Office of the General Counsel—Energy construction of a new dam have generally received
Projects, Federal Energy Regulatory 50-year licenses. City of Danville, Virginia, 58 FERC
Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, ¶ 61,318 at 62,020 (citing Little Falls Hydroelectric
Canada; Widebody Customer Response Commission, 888 First Street NE., Associates, 27 FERC ¶ 61,376).
Center North America toll-free telephone 1– Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502– 6 Consumers Power Co., 68 FERC ¶ 61,077 at
866–538–1247 or direct-dial telephone 1– 8563. 61,384.
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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 30, 2017. | |
| Contact | Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794-5531. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 49498 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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