82 FR 52676 - Airworthiness Directives; Intreprinderea De Constructii Aeronautice Gliders

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 218 (November 14, 2017)

Page Range		52676-52678
FR Document		2017-24500

We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Intreprinderea De Constructii Aeronautice Model IS-28B2 gliders. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks at stringers in the rear fuselage of several Model IS-28B2 gliders. We are issuing this proposed AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2017-1068; Product Identifier 2017-CE-034-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Intreprinderea De Constructii 
Aeronautice Gliders

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for 
Intreprinderea De Constructii Aeronautice Model IS-28B2 gliders. This 
proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information 
(MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to 
identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The 
MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks at stringers in the rear 
fuselage of several Model IS-28B2 gliders. We are issuing this proposed 
AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these 
products.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 29, 
2017.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax: (202) 493-2251.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact 
Aeroclubul Romaniei, Bd.Lascar Catargiu, Nr.54, cod: 010673, Sector 1, 
Bucharest, Romania; telephone: 011+40 021-312-36-19; fax: 011+40 021-
312-36-19; Internet: www.aeroclubulromaniei.ro; email: 
www.aeroclubulromaniei.ro/contact/.
    You may review this referenced service information at the FAA, 
Policy and Innovation Division, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, 
call (816) 329-4148.

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-
1068; 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 proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments 
received, and other information. The street address for the Docket 
Office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments 
will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jim Rutherford, Aerospace Engineer, 
FAA, Small Airplane Standards Branch, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas 
City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4165; fax: (816) 329-4090; 
email: jim.rutherford@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address 
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-1068; 
Product Identifier 2017-CE-034-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. 
We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, 
environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider 
all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed 
AD because of those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we 
receive about this proposed AD.

Discussion

    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued AD 
No.: 2016-0233, dated November 23, 2016 (referred to after this as 
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for Intreprinderea De 
Constructii Aeronautice Model IS-28B2 gliders. The MCAI states:

    Cracks were reportedly detected, located at stringers in the 
rear fuselage of a number of IS-28B2 sailplanes. The subsequent 
investigation attributed these cracks to induction of a pre-stress 
during the manufacturing process of the affected parts.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to 
reduced structural strength, possibly resulting in a loss of 
structural integrity of the sailplane.
    To address this potentially unsafe condition, Aeroclubul 
Romaniei (AR) issued Service Bulletin (SB) SB-IS-28B2-AR-01 to 
provide inspection instructions. AR is currently developing 
modification(s) to provide a design solution for the affected 
sailplanes.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires 
repetitive inspections of the structure of the rear fuselage and, 
depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective 
action(s).
    This [EASA] AD is considered to be an interim action and further 
AD action may follow.

Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Aeroclubul Romaniei has issued Aeroclubul Romaniei Service Bulletin 
No.: SB-IS-28B2-AR-01, Revision 003, dated February 9, 2017 (ARSB No. 
AR-01), and Aeroclubul Romaniei Service Bulletin No.: SB-IS-28B2-AR-02, 
Revision 01, dated February 24, 2017 (ARSB No. AR-02). ARSB No. AR-01 
describes procedures for inspection of the rear fuselage area to detect 
any cracks, ruptures, or corrosion. ARSB No. AR-02 describes procedures 
for installation of a modification to the upper stringer of the rear 
fuselage. This service information is reasonably available because the 
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of 
business or by the means

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identified in the ADDRESSES section of this NPRM.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of the Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another 
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant 
to our bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, they 
have notified us of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and 
service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because 
we evaluated all information and determined the unsafe condition exists 
and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type 
design.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this proposed AD will affect 30 products of U.S. 
registry. We also estimate that it would take about 2 work-hours per 
product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The 
average labor rate is $85 per work-hour.
    Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed AD on 
U.S. operators to be $5,100, or $170 per product.
    In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions would 
take about 15 work-hours and require parts costing $1,000, for a cost 
of $2,275 per product. We have no way of determining the number of 
products that may need these actions.

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 small airplanes, gliders, and 
domestic business jet transport airplanes to the Director of the Policy 
and Innovation Division.

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism 
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 this proposed 
regulation:
    (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.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new AD:

Intreprinderea De Constructii Aeronautice: Docket No. FAA-2017-1068; 
Product Identifier 2017-CE-034-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by December 29, 2017.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Intreprinderea De Constructii Aeronautice IS-
28B2 gliders, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 53: Fuselage.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness 
information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another 
country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation 
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as cracks at 
stringers in the rear fuselage of several Model IS-28B2 gliders. We 
are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks, which could lead 
to reduced structural strength resulting in loss of structural 
integrity and loss of control.

(f) Actions and Compliance

    Unless already done, do the following actions in paragraphs 
(f)(1) and (2):
    (1) Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD and 
repetitively thereafter at intervals not to exceed 50 hours time-in-
service (TIS), inspect the rear fuselage structure following the 
instructions in Aeroclubul Romaniei Service Bulletin (SB) No.: SB-
IS-28B2-AR-01, Revision 003, dated February 9, 2017.
    (2) If any crack or corrosion is detected during any inspection 
required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, 
modify the rear fuselage structure following the instructions in 
Aeroclubul Romaniei SB No.: SB-IS-28B2-AR-02, Revision 01, dated 
February 24, 2017.
    (3) Completion of the modification to the rear fuselage 
structure as required in paragraph (f)(2) of this AD terminates the 
repetitive inspections required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD.

(g) Reporting Requirement

    Although Aeroclubul Romaniei SB No.: SB-IS-28B2-AR-01, Revision 
003, dated February 9, 2017, specifies to submit certain information 
to the manufacturer, this AD does not require that action.

(h) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
Small Airplane Standards Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve 
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 
39.19. Send information to ATTN: Jim Rutherford, Aerospace Engineer, 
FAA, Small Airplane Standards Branch, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas 
City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4165; fax: (816) 329-
4090; email: jim.rutherford@faa.gov. Before using any approved AMOC 
on any glider to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate 
principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office 
(FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
    (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

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by the Manager, Small Airplane Standards Branch, FAA; or the 
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

(i) Related Information

    Refer to MCAI AD No.: 2016-0233, dated November 23, 2016; 
Aeroclubul Romaniei Service Bulletin No.: SB-IS-28B2-AR-01, Revision 
003, dated February 9, 2017, and Aeroclubul Romaniei Service 
Bulletin No.: SB-IS-28B2-AR-02, Revision 01, dated February 24, 
2017. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-
2017-1068. For service information related to this AD, contact 
Aeroclubul Romaniei, Bd.Lascar Catargiu, Nr.54, cod: 010673, Sector 
1, Bucharest, Romania; telephone: 011+40 021-312-36-19; fax: 011+40 
021-312-36-19; Internet: www.aeroclubulromaniei.ro; email: 
www.aeroclubulromaniei.ro/contact/. You may review this referenced 
service information at the FAA, Policy and Innovation Division, 901 
Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the 
availability of this material at the FAA, call (816) 329-4148.

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on November 3, 2017.
Melvin J. Johnson,
Acting Deputy Director, Policy & Innovation Division, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
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issuance of rules and regulations. The except Federal holidays. regulations.gov, including any personal
purpose of these notices is to give interested For service information identified in information you provide. We will also
persons an opportunity to participate in the this proposed AD, contact Aeroclubul post a report summarizing each
rule making prior to the adoption of the final
rules.
Romaniei, Bd.Lascar Catargiu, Nr.54, substantive verbal contact we receive
cod: 010673, Sector 1, Bucharest, about this proposed AD.
Romania; telephone: 011+40 021–312–
Discussion
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 36–19; fax: 011+40 021–312–36–19;
Internet: www.aeroclubulromaniei.ro; The European Aviation Safety Agency
Federal Aviation Administration email: www.aeroclubulromaniei.ro/ (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
contact/. for the Member States of the European
14 CFR Part 39 You may review this referenced Community, has issued AD No.: 2016–
service information at the FAA, Policy 0233, dated November 23, 2016
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1068; Product and Innovation Division, 901 Locust, (referred to after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to
Identifier 2017–CE–034–AD] correct an unsafe condition for
Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For
RIN 2120–AA64 information on the availability of this Intreprinderea De Constructii
material at the FAA, call (816) 329– Aeronautice Model IS–28B2 gliders. The
Airworthiness Directives; 4148. MCAI states:
Intreprinderea De Constructii Cracks were reportedly detected, located at
Examining the AD Docket
Aeronautice Gliders stringers in the rear fuselage of a number of
You may examine the AD docket on IS–28B2 sailplanes. The subsequent
AGENCY: Federal Aviation the Internet at http:// investigation attributed these cracks to
Administration (FAA), Department of www.regulations.gov by searching for induction of a pre-stress during the
Transportation (DOT). and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– manufacturing process of the affected parts.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking This condition, if not detected and
1068; or in person at the Docket
corrected, could lead to reduced structural
(NPRM). Management Facility between 9 a.m. strength, possibly resulting in a loss of
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, structural integrity of the sailplane.
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new except Federal holidays. The AD docket To address this potentially unsafe
airworthiness directive (AD) for contains this proposed AD, the condition, Aeroclubul Romaniei (AR) issued
Intreprinderea De Constructii regulatory evaluation, any comments Service Bulletin (SB) SB–IS–28B2–AR–01 to
Aeronautice Model IS–28B2 gliders. received, and other information. The provide inspection instructions. AR is
This proposed AD results from street address for the Docket Office currently developing modification(s) to
mandatory continuing airworthiness provide a design solution for the affected
(telephone (800) 647–5527) is in the sailplanes.
information (MCAI) originated by an ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
aviation authority of another country to For the reasons described above, this
available in the AD docket shortly after [EASA] AD requires repetitive inspections of
identify and correct an unsafe condition receipt. the structure of the rear fuselage and,
on an aviation product. The MCAI depending on findings, accomplishment of
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jim
describes the unsafe condition as cracks applicable corrective action(s).
at stringers in the rear fuselage of Rutherford, Aerospace Engineer, FAA,
This [EASA] AD is considered to be an
several Model IS–28B2 gliders. We are Small Airplane Standards Branch, 901 interim action and further AD action may
issuing this proposed AD to require Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, follow.
actions to address the unsafe condition Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–
4165; fax: (816) 329–4090; email: Service Information Under 1 CFR Part
on these products. 51
jim.rutherford@faa.gov.
DATES: We must receive comments on
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Aeroclubul Romaniei has issued
this proposed AD by December 29, Aeroclubul Romaniei Service Bulletin
2017. Comments Invited No.: SB–IS–28B2–AR–01, Revision 003,
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by We invite you to send any written dated February 9, 2017 (ARSB No. AR–
any of the following methods: relevant data, views, or arguments about 01), and Aeroclubul Romaniei Service
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to this proposed AD. Send your comments Bulletin No.: SB–IS–28B2–AR–02,
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the to an address listed under the Revision 01, dated February 24, 2017
instructions for submitting comments. ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. (ARSB No. AR–02). ARSB No. AR–01
• Fax: (202) 493–2251. FAA–2017–1068; Product Identifier describes procedures for inspection of
• Mail: U.S. Department of 2017–CE–034–AD’’ at the beginning of the rear fuselage area to detect any
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Transportation, Docket Operations, M– your comments. We specifically invite cracks, ruptures, or corrosion. ARSB No.
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room comments on the overall regulatory, AR–02 describes procedures for
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., economic, environmental, and energy installation of a modification to the
Washington, DC 20590. aspects of this proposed AD. We will upper stringer of the rear fuselage. This
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of consider all comments received by the service information is reasonably
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– closing date and may amend this available because the interested parties
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room proposed AD because of those have access to it through their normal
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., comments. course of business or by the means

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identified in the ADDRESSES section of of ADs is normally a function of the (c) Applicability
this NPRM. Compliance and Airworthiness This AD applies to Intreprinderea De
Division, but during this transition Constructii Aeronautice IS–28B2 gliders, all
FAA’s Determination and Requirements serial numbers, certificated in any category.
period, the Executive Director has
of the Proposed AD
delegated the authority to issue ADs (d) Subject
This product has been approved by applicable to small airplanes, gliders,
the aviation authority of another Air Transport Association of America
and domestic business jet transport (ATA) Code 53: Fuselage.
country, and is approved for operation airplanes to the Director of the Policy
in the United States. Pursuant to our and Innovation Division. (e) Reason
bilateral agreement with this State of This AD was prompted by mandatory
Design Authority, they have notified us Regulatory Findings continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
of the unsafe condition described in the We determined that this proposed AD originated by an aviation authority of another
MCAI and service information would not have federalism implications country to identify and correct an unsafe
referenced above. We are proposing this condition on an aviation product. The MCAI
under Executive Order 13132. This describes the unsafe condition as cracks at
AD because we evaluated all proposed AD would not have a stringers in the rear fuselage of several Model
information and determined the unsafe substantial direct effect on the States, on IS–28B2 gliders. We are issuing this AD to
condition exists and is likely to exist or the relationship between the national detect and correct cracks, which could lead
develop on other products of the same Government and the States, or on the to reduced structural strength resulting in
type design. distribution of power and loss of structural integrity and loss of control.
Costs of Compliance responsibilities among the various (f) Actions and Compliance
levels of government.
We estimate that this proposed AD Unless already done, do the following
will affect 30 products of U.S. registry. For the reasons discussed above, I actions in paragraphs (f)(1) and (2):
We also estimate that it would take certify this proposed regulation: (1) Within 90 days after the effective date
about 2 work-hours per product to (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory of this AD and repetitively thereafter at
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, intervals not to exceed 50 hours time-in-
comply with the basic requirements of
service (TIS), inspect the rear fuselage
this proposed AD. The average labor (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
structure following the instructions in
rate is $85 per work-hour. the DOT Regulatory Policies and Aeroclubul Romaniei Service Bulletin (SB)
Based on these figures, we estimate Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, No.: SB–IS–28B2–AR–01, Revision 003,
the cost of the proposed AD on U.S. 1979), dated February 9, 2017.
operators to be $5,100, or $170 per (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (2) If any crack or corrosion is detected
product. in Alaska, and during any inspection required in paragraph
In addition, we estimate that any (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, modify
(4) Will not have a significant the rear fuselage structure following the
necessary follow-on actions would take economic impact, positive or negative,
about 15 work-hours and require parts instructions in Aeroclubul Romaniei SB No.:
on a substantial number of small entities SB–IS–28B2–AR–02, Revision 01, dated
costing $1,000, for a cost of $2,275 per under the criteria of the Regulatory February 24, 2017.
product. We have no way of Flexibility Act. (3) Completion of the modification to the
determining the number of products rear fuselage structure as required in
that may need these actions. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 paragraph (f)(2) of this AD terminates the
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation repetitive inspections required in paragraph
Authority for This Rulemaking
(f)(1) of this AD.
Title 49 of the United States Code safety, Incorporation by reference,
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Safety. (g) Reporting Requirement
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, The Proposed Amendment Although Aeroclubul Romaniei SB No.:
section 106, describes the authority of SB–IS–28B2–AR–01, Revision 003, dated
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Accordingly, under the authority February 9, 2017, specifies to submit certain
delegated to me by the Administrator, information to the manufacturer, this AD
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more does not require that action.
detail the scope of the Agency’s the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
authority. 39 as follows: (h) Other FAA AD Provisions
We are issuing this rulemaking under The following provisions also apply to this
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, AD:
DIRECTIVES (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
General requirements.’’ Under that (AMOCs): The Manager, Small Airplane
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Standards Branch, FAA, has the authority to
section, Congress charges the FAA with
continues to read as follows: approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
air commerce by prescribing regulations Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Send information to ATTN: Jim Rutherford,
for practices, methods, and procedures § 39.13 [Amended] Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane
the Administrator finds necessary for Standards Branch, 901 Locust, Room 301,
safety in air commerce. This regulation ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone:
is within the scope of that authority the following new AD: (816) 329–4165; fax: (816) 329–4090; email:
because it addresses an unsafe condition jim.rutherford@faa.gov. Before using any
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Intreprinderea De Constructii Aeronautice:
that is likely to exist or develop on Docket No. FAA–2017–1068; Product approved AMOC on any glider to which the
products identified in this rulemaking Identifier 2017–CE–034–AD. AMOC applies, notify your appropriate
principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight
action. (a) Comments Due Date Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking
This AD is issued in accordance with a PI, your local FSDO.
We must receive comments by December
authority delegated by the Executive 29, 2017. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. (b) Affected ADs actions from a manufacturer, the action must
In accordance with that order, issuance None. be accomplished using a method approved

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Category		Regulatory Information
Collection		Federal Register
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Publisher		Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration
Section		Proposed Rules
Action		Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
Dates		We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 29, 2017.
Contact		Jim Rutherford, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Standards Branch, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4165; fax: (816) 329-4090; email: [email protected]
FR Citation		82 FR 52676
RIN Number		2120-AA64
CFR Associated		Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety

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