82 FR 57343 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 232 (December 5, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 232 (December 5, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-26040 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 232 (Tuesday, December 5, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 57343-57346] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-26040] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0340; Product Identifier 2017-NM-002-AD; Amendment 39-19114; AD 2017-24-10] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, and -300 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of cracking found at a certain fuselage frame inner chord. This AD requires repetitive inspections for any cracking of a certain fuselage frame inner chord; identification of the material of a certain fuselage frame inner chord for certain airplanes; and applicable corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective January 9, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of January 9, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0340. 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- 0340; 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 final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 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: Muoi Vuong, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5205; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected]. 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 The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, and -300 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 19, 2017 (82 FR 22915). The NPRM was prompted by reports of cracking found at a certain fuselage frame inner chord. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections for any cracking of a certain fuselage frame inner chord, identification of the material of a certain fuselage frame inner chord for certain airplanes, and applicable corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct such cracks, which could result in the cargo door opening during flight, and result in rapid decompression of the airplane and the inability to sustain loads required for continued safe flight and landing. [[Page 57344]] Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. FedEx and United Airlines supported the NPRM. Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the supplemental type certificate (STC) ST01518SE does not affect the actions specified in the NPRM. We concur with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of the proposed AD (82 FR 22915, May 19, 2017) as paragraph (c)(1) of this AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this AD to state that installation of STC ST01518SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01518SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. Request for Credit for Previous Actions Accomplished Boeing requested credit for previous accomplishment of the inspections in the NPRM. Boeing stated that Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016 (referenced in the NPRM as the appropriate source of service information), was published on November 8, 2016. Boeing commented that the effective date of the AD could be more than 7 months later than publication date of the service information. Boeing stated that it is likely that some Model 757 operators have already accomplished the inspections in accordance with the service information by the time the AD takes effect; therefore, the AD should provide credit for those inspections. We acknowledge the commenter's request and agree to clarify. Paragraph (f) of this AD states to accomplish the actions within the compliance times specified, unless those actions are already done. Therefore, if operators have accomplished the inspections in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, before the effective date of this AD, no further action is necessary. We have not revised this AD in this regard. Request To Include Repair Information and Inspection Instructions Delta Airlines (DAL) stated that it has concerns that the Accomplishment Instructions provided in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, do not include the corrective action. DAL commented that it will likely accomplish the inspections during 10-day maintenance visit checks, which would not be sufficient time for repair development if a crack is found. DAL also commented that operators would benefit from having corrective actions provided in the service information. DAL stated that Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, requires operators to repetitively inspect the inner chord, and the service information does not provide an option for an inspection should there be a previously installed FAA-approved repair. DAL commented that a previous repair of the frame has the potential to inhibit the ability to accomplish the inspection. DAL also commented that this leaves operators unable to accomplish the inspection as specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, and will require additional instruction as an AMOC. We infer that DAL is requesting to delay issuance of the final rule until a revision of the service information includes repair data and alternative inspection instructions for previously accomplished repairs. We disagree with the commenter's request. Including the repair data would delay issuance of this AD. Unique repair configurations may be necessary depending on the cracking that is detected. It is not possible to address each individual repair configuration in one AD. The various repair configurations and locations are unknown and therefore cannot be addressed at this time. Therefore, if cracking is found, it must be repaired before further flight using the corrective actions specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, or in accordance with paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. For previously approved repairs that prevent accomplishment of the inspections required by this AD, operators may request approval of an AMOC using the procedures in paragraph (j) of this AD. We have not revised this AD in this regard. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule with the changes described previously and 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. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final rule. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. The service information describes procedures for repetitive surface high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for any cracking of the fuselage station (STA) 1380 frame inner chord; an identification of the material (an inspection or measurement) of the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord; and applicable corrective actions. 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 588 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Surface HFEC inspection........ 5 work-hours x $85 per $0 $425 per $249,900 per hour = $425 per inspection cycle. inspection cycle. inspection cycle. Identify the material.......... Up to 2 work-hours x 0 Up to $170........ Up to $99,960. $85 per hour = $170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 57345]] 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. 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 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 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): 2017-24-10 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19114; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0340; Product Identifier 2017-NM-002-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective January 9, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200PF, and -300 series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01518SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01518SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of cracking found at the fuselage station (STA) 1380 frame inner chord. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct such cracks, which could result in the cargo door opening during flight, and result in rapid decompression of the airplane and the inability to sustain loads required for continued safe flight and landing. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection for Group 1 Airplanes For Group 1 airplanes as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016: At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016; except as specified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD, do a surface high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection for any cracking of the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016; except as specified in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the surface HFEC inspection, thereafter, at the times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. (h) Inspection for Group 2 Airplanes For Group 2 airplanes as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016: At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, except as specified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD, identify the material of the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. (1) If the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord material 2024-T42 aluminum alloy is found during any identification required by paragraph (h) of this AD: No further action is required by this AD for that airplane. (2) If the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord material 7075-T73 aluminum alloy is found during any identification required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) of this AD: Before further flight, do a surface HFEC inspection for any cracking of the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016; except as specified in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. Repeat the surface HFEC inspection thereafter at the times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. (i) Exceptions to the Service Information (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, specifies a compliance time ``after the original issue date of this service bulletin,'' this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016, specifies to contact Boeing for appropriate action and identifies that action as ``RC'' (Required for Compliance): Before further flight, repair the crack using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures [[Page 57346]] 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 ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) 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. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) Except as required by paragraph (i)(2) of this AD: For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (k) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Muoi Vuong, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5205; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. (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 the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757-53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.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 November 22, 2017. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-26040 Filed 12-4-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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AD, if requested using the procedures found (3) For service information identified in Attention: Contractual & Data Services
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC
39.19, send your request to your principal Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
inspector or local Flight Standards District Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
telephone 562–797–1717; Internet
Office, as appropriate. If sending information telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61
directly to the manager of the International 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You
Branch, send it to the attention of the person airbus.com; Internet http://www.airbus.com. may view this service information at the
identified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. (4) You may view this service information FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 1601
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
principal inspector, or lacking a principal material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also available on the Internet at
inspector, the manager of the local flight (5) You may view this service information http://www.regulations.gov by searching
standards district office/certificate holding that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any Administration (NARA). For information on 0340.
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective the availability of this material at NARA, call Examining the AD Docket
actions from a manufacturer, the action must 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
be accomplished using a method approved www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- You may examine the AD docket on
by the Manager, International Section, locations.html. the Internet at http://
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the Issued in Renton, Washington, on www.regulations.gov by searching for
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or November 22, 2017. and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
Airbus’s EASA Design Organization
Jeffrey E. Duven, 0340; or in person at the Docket
Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA,
the approval must include the DOA- Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Management Facility between 9 a.m.
authorized signature. Certification Service. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any [FR Doc. 2017–26037 Filed 12–4–17; 8:45 am] except Federal holidays. The AD docket
service information contains procedures or BILLING CODE 4910–13–P contains this final rule, the regulatory
tests that are identified as RC, those evaluation, any comments received, and
procedures and tests must be done to comply other information. The address for the
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
not identified as RC are recommended. Those Docket Management Facility, U.S.
procedures and tests that are not identified Federal Aviation Administration Department of Transportation, Docket
as RC may be deviated from using accepted
methods in accordance with the operator’s Operations, M–30, West Building
maintenance or inspection program without 14 CFR Part 39 Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided [Docket No. FAA–2017–0340; Product New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
the procedures and tests identified as RC can Identifier 2017–NM–002–AD; Amendment DC 20590.
be done and the airplane can be put back in 39–19114; AD 2017–24–10] FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or
changes to procedures or tests identified as RIN 2120–AA64 Muoi Vuong, Aerospace Engineer,
RC require approval of an AMOC. Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount
(k) Related Information Company Airplanes Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137;
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing phone: 562–627–5205; fax: 562–627–
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD AGENCY: Federal Aviation
5210; email: Muoi.Vuong@faa.gov.
2016–0222, dated November 7, 2016, for Administration (FAA), DOT.
related information. This MCAI may be ACTION: Final rule. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
found in the AD docket on the Internet at
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for SUMMARY: We are adopting a new Discussion
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0709. airworthiness directive (AD) for certain We issued a notice of proposed
(2) For more information about this AD, The Boeing Company Model 757–200,
contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
–200PF, and –300 series airplanes. This part 39 by adding an AD that would
International Section, Transport Standards AD was prompted by reports of cracking
Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., apply to certain The Boeing Company
found at a certain fuselage frame inner Model 757–200, –200PF, and –300
Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–
227–1405; fax 425–227–1149. chord. This AD requires repetitive series airplanes. The NPRM published
(3) Service information identified in this inspections for any cracking of a certain in the Federal Register on May 19, 2017
AD that is not incorporated by reference is fuselage frame inner chord; (82 FR 22915). The NPRM was
available at the addresses specified in identification of the material of a certain prompted by reports of cracking found
paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. fuselage frame inner chord for certain at a certain fuselage frame inner chord.
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference airplanes; and applicable corrective The NPRM proposed to require
actions. We are issuing this AD to repetitive inspections for any cracking
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
address the unsafe condition on these of a certain fuselage frame inner chord,
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this products. identification of the material of a certain
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR DATES: This AD is effective January 9, fuselage frame inner chord for certain
part 51. 2018. airplanes, and applicable corrective
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(2) You must use this service information The Director of the Federal Register actions. We are issuing this AD to detect
as applicable to do the actions required by approved the incorporation by reference and correct such cracks, which could
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. of certain publications listed in this AD
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1205,
result in the cargo door opening during
dated May 26, 2016.
as of January 9, 2018. flight, and result in rapid
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1207, ADDRESSES: For service information decompression of the airplane and the
including Appendix 01 and Appendix 02, identified in this final rule, contact inability to sustain loads required for
dated May 26, 2016. Boeing Commercial Airplanes, continued safe flight and landing.
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We have received no definitive data List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
that would enable us to provide cost Bulletin 757–53A0101, dated November 8,
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation 2016; except as specified in paragraph (i)(1)
estimates for the on-condition actions safety, Incorporation by reference, of this AD, do a surface high frequency eddy
specified in this AD. Safety. current (HFEC) inspection for any cracking of
Authority for This Rulemaking the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord,
Adoption of the Amendment and do all applicable corrective actions, in
Title 49 of the United States Code Accordingly, under the authority accordance with the Accomplishment
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue delegated to me by the Administrator, Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as 757–53A0101, dated November 8, 2016;
section 106, describes the authority of except as specified in paragraph (i)(2) of this
follows:
AD. Do all applicable corrective actions
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: before further flight. Repeat the surface HFEC
Aviation Programs, describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
inspection, thereafter, at the times specified
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
authority. Alert Service Bulletin 757–53A0101, dated
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 November 8, 2016.
We are issuing this rulemaking under continues to read as follows:
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (h) Inspection for Group 2 Airplanes
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
For Group 2 airplanes as identified in
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that § 39.13 [Amended] Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–53A0101,
section, Congress charges the FAA with dated November 8, 2016: At the applicable
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
time specified in paragraph 1.E.,
air commerce by prescribing regulations the following new airworthiness ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
for practices, methods, and procedures directive (AD): Bulletin 757–53A0101, dated November 8,
the Administrator finds necessary for 2017–24–10 The Boeing Company: 2016, except as specified in paragraph (i)(1)
safety in air commerce. This regulation Amendment 39–19114; Docket No. of this AD, identify the material of the
FAA–2017–0340; Product Identifier fuselage STA 1380 frame inner chord, in
is within the scope of that authority accordance with the Accomplishment
2017–NM–002–AD.
because it addresses an unsafe condition Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
that is likely to exist or develop on (a) Effective Date 757–53A0101, dated November 8, 2016.
products identified in this rulemaking This AD is effective January 9, 2018. (1) If the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner
action. chord material 2024–T42 aluminum alloy is
(b) Affected ADs found during any identification required by
This AD is issued in accordance with
None. paragraph (h) of this AD: No further action
authority delegated by the Executive
is required by this AD for that airplane.
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, (c) Applicability
(2) If the fuselage STA 1380 frame inner
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. (1) This AD applies to The Boeing chord material 7075–T73 aluminum alloy is
In accordance with that order, issuance Company Model 757–200, –200PF, and –300 found during any identification required by
of ADs is normally a function of the series airplanes, certificated in any category, the introductory text of paragraph (h) of this
Compliance and Airworthiness as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin AD: Before further flight, do a surface HFEC
Division, but during this transition 757–53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. inspection for any cracking of the fuselage
period, the Executive Director has (2) Installation of Supplemental Type STA 1380 frame inner chord, and do all
Certificate (STC) ST01518SE does not affect applicable corrective actions, in accordance
delegated the authority to issue ADs the ability to accomplish the actions required with the Accomplishment Instructions of
applicable to transport category by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–53A0101,
airplanes to the Director of the System STC ST01518SE is installed, a ‘‘change in dated November 8, 2016; except as specified
Oversight Division. product’’ alternative method of compliance in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Do all
(AMOC) approval request is not necessary to applicable corrective actions before further
Regulatory Findings comply with the requirements of 14 CFR flight. Repeat the surface HFEC inspection
This AD will not have federalism 39.17. thereafter at the times specified in paragraph
implications under Executive Order 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
(d) Subject Bulletin 757–53A0101, dated November 8,
13132. This AD will not have a Air Transport Association (ATA) of 2016.
substantial direct effect on the States, on America Code 53, Fuselage.
the relationship between the national (i) Exceptions to the Service Information
government and the States, or on the (e) Unsafe Condition (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
distribution of power and This AD was prompted by reports of 757–53A0101, dated November 8, 2016,
responsibilities among the various cracking found at the fuselage station (STA) specifies a compliance time ‘‘after the
levels of government. 1380 frame inner chord. We are issuing this original issue date of this service bulletin,’’
AD to detect and correct such cracks, which this AD requires compliance within the
For the reasons discussed above, I could result in the cargo door opening during specified compliance time after the effective
certify that this AD: flight, and result in rapid decompression of date of this AD.
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory the airplane and the inability to sustain loads (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, required for continued safe flight and 757–53A0101, dated November 8, 2016,
landing. specifies to contact Boeing for appropriate
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
action and identifies that action as ‘‘RC’’
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (f) Compliance (Required for Compliance): Before further
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), Comply with this AD within the flight, repair the crack using a method
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(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation compliance times specified, unless already approved in accordance with the procedures
in Alaska, and done. specified in paragraph (j) of this AD.
(4) Will not have a significant (g) Inspection for Group 1 Airplanes (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
economic impact, positive or negative, For Group 1 airplanes as identified in (AMOCs)
on a substantial number of small entities Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–53A0101, (1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
under the criteria of the Regulatory dated November 8, 2016: At the applicable FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
Flexibility Act. time specified in paragraph 1.E., for this AD, if requested using the procedures
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![57346 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 232 / Tuesday, December 5, 2017 / Rules and Regulations
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with (4) You may view this service information Department of State made under the
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, terms of the Convention on Cultural
principal inspector or local Flight Standards 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For Property Implementation Act, which
District Office, as appropriate. If sending information on the availability of this
information directly to the manager of the
implements the 1970 United Nations
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
ACO, send it to the attention of the person (5) You may view this service information Educational, Scientific and Cultural
identified in paragraph (k) of this AD. that is incorporated by reference at the Organization (UNESCO) Convention on
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM- National Archives and Records the Means of Prohibiting and Preventing
LAACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. Administration (NARA). For information on the Illicit Import, Export and Transfer of
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, the availability of this material at NARA, call Ownership of Cultural Property.
notify your appropriate principal inspector, 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// DATES: Effective on December 5, 2017.
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
of the local flight standards district office/ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For
locations.html.
certificate holding district office. regulatory aspects, Lisa L. Burley, Chief,
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable Issued in Renton, Washington, on Cargo Security, Carriers and Restricted
level of safety may be used for any repair, November 22, 2017. Merchandise Branch, Regulations and
modification, or alteration required by this Jeffrey E. Duven, Rulings, Office of Trade, (202) 325–
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft 0030, ot-otrrculturalproperty@
Commercial Airplanes Organization Certification Service.
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
cbp.dhs.gov. For operational aspects,
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles
[FR Doc. 2017–26040 Filed 12–4–17; 8:45 am] William R. Scopa, Branch Chief, Partner
ACO, to make those findings. To be BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Government Agencies Branch, Trade
approved, the repair method, modification Policy and Programs, Office of Trade,
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet (202) 863–6554, William.R.Scopa@
the certification basis of the airplane, and the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND cbp.dhs.gov.
approval must specifically refer to this AD. SECURITY
(4) Except as required by paragraph (i)(2) SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
of this AD: For service information that U.S. Customs and Border Protection Background
contains steps that are labeled as RC, the
provisions of paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(ii) The value of cultural property,
of this AD apply. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY whether archaeological or ethnological
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including in nature, is immeasurable. Such items
substeps under an RC step and any figures 19 CFR Part 12 often constitute the very essence of a
identified in an RC step, must be done to society and convey important
[CBP Dec. 17–19]
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is information concerning a people’s
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC RIN 1515–AE34
requirement is removed from that step or
origin, history, and traditional setting.
substep. An AMOC is required for any Emergency Import Restrictions The importance and popularity of such
deviations to RC steps, including substeps Imposed on Archaeological and items regrettably makes them targets of
and identified figures. Ethnological Materials From Libya theft, encourages clandestine looting of
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be archaeological sites, and results in their
deviated from using accepted methods in AGENCY: U.S. Customs and Border illegal export and import.
accordance with the operator’s maintenance Protection, Department of Homeland The United States shares in the
or inspection program without obtaining Security; Department of the Treasury. international concern for the need to
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, protect endangered cultural property.
including substeps and identified figures, can ACTION: Final rule.
still be done as specified, and the airplane The appearance in the United States of
can be put back in an airworthy condition. SUMMARY: This document amends the stolen or illegally exported artifacts
U.S. Customs and Border Protection from other countries where there has
(k) Related Information (CBP) regulations to reflect the been pillage has, on occasion, strained
For more information about this AD, imposition of emergency import our foreign and cultural relations. This
contact Muoi Vuong, Aerospace Engineer, restrictions on certain archaeological situation, combined with the concerns
Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO, and ethnological materials from Libya. of museum, archaeological, and
3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA The Acting Under Secretary for Public
90712–4137; phone: 562–627–5205; fax: 562–
scholarly communities, was recognized
627–5210; email: Muoi.Vuong@faa.gov. Diplomacy and Public Affairs, United by the President and Congress. It
States Department of State, has became apparent that it was in the
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference determined that conditions warrant the national interest for the United States to
(1) The Director of the Federal Register imposition of emergency import join with other countries to control
approved the incorporation by reference restrictions on categories of illegal trafficking of such articles in
(IBR) of the service information listed in this archaeological and ethnological international commerce.
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR materials from Libya, which represent The United States joined international
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
the cultural heritage of Libya. This efforts and actively participated in
as applicable to do the actions required by document contains the Designated List deliberations resulting in the 1970
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. of Archaeological and Ethnological United Nations Educational, Scientific
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– Material of Libya that describes the and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
53A0101, dated November 8, 2016. types of objects or categories of Convention on the Means of Prohibiting
(ii) Reserved. archaeological or ethnological material and Preventing the Illicit Import, Export
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(3) For Boeing service information to which the import restrictions apply. and Transfer of Ownership of Cultural
identified in this AD, contact Boeing The emergency import restrictions Property (hereinafter, ‘‘1970 UNESCO
Commercial Airplanes, Attention:
Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600
imposed on certain archaeological and Convention’’ or ‘‘the Convention’’ (823
Westminster Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal ethnological materials from Libya will U.N.T.S. 231 (1972))). The United States
Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone 562–797– be in effect for a five-year period. These implemented the Convention in U.S.
1717; Internet https:// restrictions are being imposed pursuant law through the Convention on Cultural
www.myboeingfleet.com. to determinations of the United States Property Implementation Act (hereafter,
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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 January 9, 2018. | |
| Contact | Muoi Vuong, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5205; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 57343 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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