83 FR 1198 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 7 (January 10, 2018)
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 7 (Wednesday, January 10, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 1198-1201] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-00107] ======================================================================== Proposed Rules Federal Register ________________________________________________________________________ This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains notices to the public of the proposed issuance of rules and regulations. The purpose of these notices is to give interested persons an opportunity to participate in the rule making prior to the adoption of the final rules. ======================================================================== Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 7 / Wednesday, January 10, 2018 / Proposed Rules [[Page 1198]] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-1241; Product Identifier 2017-NM-117-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 787 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of hydraulic leakage caused by damage to aileron and elevator actuators from lightning strikes. This proposed AD would require a records check to inspect for certain parts, a detailed inspection of aileron and elevator power control units (PCUs), and applicable on-condition actions. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 26, 2018. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, 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: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, 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 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-2017-1241. 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- 1241; 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 NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kelly McGuckin, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6490; fax: 425-917- 6590; email: Kelly.McGuckin@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-1241; Product Identifier 2017-NM-117-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.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 We have received reports indicating that inadequate electrical connection between control surface, wing, and empennage structures caused excessive lightning energy to pass through the aileron and elevator actuators resulting in damage and excessive leakage of hydraulic fluid. The hydraulic fluid leakage, although small, affects the internal aileron and elevator actuator fluid holding capability needed following an unrelated hydraulic system failure since the internal fluid holding capability was not sized to account for the unanticipated damage from a lightning strike. Hydraulic leakage in aileron and elevator PCUs, when coupled with an independent subsequent loss of two hydraulic systems could result in an inability to maintain aileron or elevator actuator stiffness and lead to potentially damaging airplane control surface oscillations. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. The service information describes procedures for a records check to inspect for certain parts, detailed inspections for external leakage of the aileron and elevator PCUs, reporting of PCUs with discrepant excessive leakage, and replacement if necessary. 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. FAA's Determination We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of this same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would require accomplishment of the actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, described [[Page 1199]] previously, except as discussed under ``Difference Between Proposed AD and Service Information,'' and except for any differences identified as exceptions in the regulatory text of this proposed AD. For information on the procedures and compliance times, see this service information at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-1241. Differences Between Proposed AD and the Service Information The effectivity of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205- SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, is limited to Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes with certain line numbers. However, the applicability of this proposed AD includes all Boeing Model 787 series airplanes, because the affected PCUs are rotable parts. We have determined that these parts could later be installed on airplanes that were initially delivered with acceptable PCUs, thereby subjecting those airplanes to the unsafe condition. Appendixes C and D of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, list the affected PCUs and acceptable spares interchangeability. Any 787 series airplane that has an affected PCU installed must be inspected in accordance with Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205- SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, does not provide relief from the repetitive inspections if an unaffected PCU is installed after the initial inspections are completed. Paragraph (h) of this proposed AD would terminate the inspection requirements when no affected PCU is installed. Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, incorrectly identifies the part number (P/N) for an elevator PCU in four different places as P/N CA9953-004. Paragraph (k)(2) of this proposed AD corrects the elevator PCU part number to P/N CA69953-004. Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, provides additional actions for any leakage measured during the detailed inspection of the aileron PCU or elevator PCU that is more than 6 drops (or 9 drops, depending on the inspection) and less than 40 drops, or that is more than 40 drops, but not that is exactly 40 drops. Paragraph (k)(3) of this proposed AD would require additional actions for findings of more than 6 (or 9) drops and 40 drops or less. These differences have been coordinated with Boeing. Interim Action We consider this proposed AD interim action. The manufacturer is currently developing a modification that will address the unsafe condition identified in this proposed AD. Once this modification is developed, approved, and available, we might consider additional rulemaking. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 82 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs for Required Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections...................... Up to 20 work-hours $0 Up to $1,700 per Up to $139,400 per x $85 per hour = inspection cycle. inspection cycle. $1,700 per inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary reporting that would be required. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these reports: Estimated Costs of On-Condition Actions ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cost per Labor cost Parts cost product ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85........ $0 $85 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the records reviews or certain on-condition actions specified in this proposed AD. According to the manufacturer, some or all of the costs of this proposed 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. Paperwork Reduction Act A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control number for the collection of information required by this AD is 2120- 0056. The paperwork cost associated with this AD has been detailed in the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for reviewing instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with this AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591. ATTN: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200. 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: [[Page 1200]] ``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 proposed 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 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] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2017-1241; Product Identifier 2017-NM-117-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by February 26, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 787 series airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight Controls. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of hydraulic leakage caused by damage to aileron and elevator actuators from lightning strikes. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct hydraulic leakage in aileron and elevator power control units (PCUs), which, when coupled with an independent subsequent loss of two hydraulic systems, could result in an inability to maintain aileron or elevator actuator stiffness and lead to potentially damaging airplane control surface oscillations. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions Except as required by paragraph (k) of this AD: For airplanes with an original airworthiness certificate or original export certificate of airworthiness issued on or before the effective date of this AD, at the applicable times specified in paragraph 5, ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205- SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, do all applicable actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. (h) Terminating Action Removal of all affected PCUs terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD until an affected PCU is installed. (i) Reporting At the applicable time specified in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD, submit a report of discrepant findings in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. (1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection. (2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. (j) Parts Installation Limitation For all Model 787 series airplanes: As of the effective date of this AD, an affected PCU may be installed provided the conditions specified in paragraphs (j)(1), (j)(2), and (j)(3) of this AD are met. (1) The PCU is inspected as specified in paragraph (g) of this AD after installation and before further flight, and thereafter at the intervals specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. (2) All applicable corrective actions are done, and at the applicable times, as specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. (3) A report is submitted as specified in paragraph (i) of this AD. (k) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications (1) For purposes of determining compliance with the requirements of this AD, the phrase ``the effective date of this AD'' may be substituted for ``the original issue date of this service bulletin,'' as specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787- 81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. (2) Where the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, refer to elevator PCU part number (P/N) ``CA9953-004,'' the correct part number is ``CA69953-004.'' (3) Where the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB270037-00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, refer to findings ``less than 40 drops,'' this AD requires applicable actions if the findings are ``40 drops or less.'' (l) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787- 81205-SB270037-00, Issue 001, dated September 27, 2016. (m) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden Statement A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200. [[Page 1201]] (n) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle 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 the attention of the person identified in paragraph (n)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. (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, Seattle ACO Branch, 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) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (n)(4)(i) and (n)(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. (o) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Kelly McGuckin, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917- 6490; fax: 425-917-6590; email: Kelly.McGuckin@faa.gov. (2) For 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. 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 26, 2017. John P. Piccola, Jr., Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-00107 Filed 1-9-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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contains notices to the public of the proposed Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster about this proposed AD.
issuance of rules and regulations. The Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA
purpose of these notices is to give interested Discussion
90740–5600; telephone 562–797–1717;
persons an opportunity to participate in the internet https:// We have received reports indicating
rule making prior to the adoption of the final that inadequate electrical connection
rules.
www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view
this referenced service information at between control surface, wing, and
the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, empennage structures caused excessive
1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA. For lightning energy to pass through the
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
information on the availability of this aileron and elevator actuators resulting
Federal Aviation Administration material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. in damage and excessive leakage of
It is also available on the internet at hydraulic fluid. The hydraulic fluid
14 CFR Part 39 http://www.regulations.gov by searching leakage, although small, affects the
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– internal aileron and elevator actuator
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1241; Product fluid holding capability needed
1241.
Identifier 2017–NM–117–AD] following an unrelated hydraulic system
Examining the AD Docket failure since the internal fluid holding
RIN 2120–AA64
You may examine the AD docket on capability was not sized to account for
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing the internet at http:// the unanticipated damage from a
Company Airplanes www.regulations.gov by searching for lightning strike. Hydraulic leakage in
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– aileron and elevator PCUs, when
AGENCY: Federal Aviation coupled with an independent
Administration (FAA), DOT. 1241; or in person at the Docket
Management Facility between 9 a.m. subsequent loss of two hydraulic
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking systems could result in an inability to
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
(NPRM). maintain aileron or elevator actuator
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
stiffness and lead to potentially
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new contains this NPRM, the regulatory
damaging airplane control surface
airworthiness directive (AD) for all The evaluation, any comments received, and
oscillations.
Boeing Company Model 787 series other information. The street address for
airplanes. This proposed AD was the Docket Office (phone: 800–647– Related Service Information Under 1
prompted by reports of hydraulic 5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. CFR Part 51
leakage caused by damage to aileron and Comments will be available in the AD We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
elevator actuators from lightning strikes. docket shortly after receipt. Bulletin B787–81205–SB270037–00,
This proposed AD would require a FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. The
records check to inspect for certain Kelly McGuckin, Aerospace Engineer, service information describes
parts, a detailed inspection of aileron Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, procedures for a records check to
and elevator power control units Seattle ACO Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue inspect for certain parts, detailed
(PCUs), and applicable on-condition SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: inspections for external leakage of the
actions. We are proposing this AD to 425–917–6490; fax: 425–917–6590; aileron and elevator PCUs, reporting of
address the unsafe condition on these email: Kelly.McGuckin@faa.gov. PCUs with discrepant excessive leakage,
products. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
and replacement if necessary. This
DATES: We must receive comments on service information is reasonably
Comments Invited available because the interested parties
this proposed AD by February 26, 2018.
We invite you to send any written have access to it through their normal
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
relevant data, views, or arguments about course of business or by the means
using the procedures found in 14 CFR identified in the ADDRESSES section.
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following this proposal. Send your comments to
methods: an address listed under the ADDRESSES FAA’s Determination
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– We are proposing this AD because we
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the 2017–1241; Product Identifier 2017– evaluated all the relevant information
instructions for submitting comments. NM–117–AD’’ at the beginning of your and determined the unsafe condition
• Fax: 202–493–2251. comments. We specifically invite described previously is likely to exist or
• Mail: U.S. Department of comments on the overall regulatory, develop in other products of this same
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– economic, environmental, and energy type design.
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room aspects of this NPRM. We will consider
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W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, all comments received by the closing Proposed AD Requirements
Washington, DC 20590. date and may amend this NPRM This proposed AD would require
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail because of those comments. accomplishment of the actions
address above between 9 a.m. and 5 We will post all comments we identified as ‘‘RC’’ (required for
p.m., Monday through Friday, except receive, without change, to http:// compliance) in the Accomplishment
Federal holidays. www.regulations.gov, including any Instructions of Boeing Alert Service
For service information identified in personal information you provide. We Bulletin B787–81205–SB270037–00,
this NPRM, contact Boeing Commercial will also post a report summarizing each Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017, described
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‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (2) If the inspection was done before the
section, Congress charges the FAA with effective date of this AD: Submit the report
§ 39.13 [Amended] within 30 days after the effective date of this
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding AD.
for practices, methods, and procedures the following new airworthiness (j) Parts Installation Limitation
the Administrator finds necessary for directive (AD):
For all Model 787 series airplanes: As of
safety in air commerce. This regulation The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA– the effective date of this AD, an affected PCU
is within the scope of that authority 2017–1241; Product Identifier 2017– may be installed provided the conditions
because it addresses an unsafe condition NM–117–AD. specified in paragraphs (j)(1), (j)(2), and (j)(3)
that is likely to exist or develop on (a) Comments Due Date of this AD are met.
products identified in this rulemaking (1) The PCU is inspected as specified in
We must receive comments by February paragraph (g) of this AD after installation and
action. 26, 2018.
This proposed AD is issued in before further flight, and thereafter at the
(b) Affected ADs intervals specified in paragraph (g) of this
accordance with authority delegated by AD.
the Executive Director, Aircraft None.
(2) All applicable corrective actions are
Certification Service, as authorized by (c) Applicability done, and at the applicable times, as
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance specified in paragraph (g) of this AD.
This AD applies to all The Boeing
with that order, issuance of ADs is Company Model 787 series airplanes, (3) A report is submitted as specified in
normally a function of the Compliance certificated in any category. paragraph (i) of this AD.
and Airworthiness Division, but during (k) Exceptions to Service Information
this transition period, the Executive (d) Subject
Specifications
Director has delegated the authority to Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 27, Flight Controls. (1) For purposes of determining
issue ADs applicable to transport compliance with the requirements of this AD,
category airplanes to the Director of the (e) Unsafe Condition the phrase ‘‘the effective date of this AD’’
System Oversight Division. This AD was prompted by reports of may be substituted for ‘‘the original issue
Regulatory Findings hydraulic leakage caused by damage to date of this service bulletin,’’ as specified in
aileron and elevator actuators from lightning Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787–81205–
We determined that this proposed AD strikes. We are issuing this AD to detect and SB270037–00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017.
would not have federalism implications correct hydraulic leakage in aileron and (2) Where the Accomplishment
under Executive Order 13132. This elevator power control units (PCUs), which, Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin B787–
proposed AD would not have a when coupled with an independent 81205–SB270037–00, Issue 002, dated July
substantial direct effect on the States, on subsequent loss of two hydraulic systems, 19, 2017, refer to elevator PCU part number
could result in an inability to maintain (P/N) ‘‘CA9953–004,’’ the correct part
the relationship between the national number is ‘‘CA69953–004.’’
Government and the States, or on the aileron or elevator actuator stiffness and lead
to potentially damaging airplane control (3) Where the Accomplishment
distribution of power and surface oscillations. Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin B787–
responsibilities among the various 81205–SB270037–00, Issue 002, dated July
levels of government. (f) Compliance 19, 2017, refer to findings ‘‘less than 40
For the reasons discussed above, I Comply with this AD within the drops,’’ this AD requires applicable actions if
certify this proposed regulation: compliance times specified, unless already the findings are ‘‘40 drops or less.’’
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory done. (l) Credit for Previous Actions
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (g) Required Actions This paragraph provides credit for the
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD,
Except as required by paragraph (k) of this
the DOT Regulatory Policies and AD: For airplanes with an original if those actions were performed before the
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, airworthiness certificate or original export effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert
1979), certificate of airworthiness issued on or Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB270037–00,
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation before the effective date of this AD, at the Issue 001, dated September 27, 2016.
in Alaska, and applicable times specified in paragraph 5, (m) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden
(4) Will not have a significant ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service Statement
economic impact, positive or negative, Bulletin B787–81205–SB270037–00, Issue
002, dated July 19, 2017, do all applicable A federal agency may not conduct or
on a substantial number of small entities sponsor, and a person is not required to
actions identified as ‘‘RC’’ (required for
under the criteria of the Regulatory respond to, nor shall a person be subject to
compliance) in, and in accordance with, the
Flexibility Act. Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert a penalty for failure to comply with a
Service Bulletin B787–81205–SB270037–00, collection of information subject to the
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. requirements of the Paperwork Reduction
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Act unless that collection of information
safety, Incorporation by reference, (h) Terminating Action displays a current valid OMB Control
Safety. Removal of all affected PCUs terminates Number. The OMB Control Number for this
the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD information collection is 2120–0056. Public
The Proposed Amendment until an affected PCU is installed. reporting for this collection of information is
estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per
Accordingly, under the authority (i) Reporting response, including the time for reviewing
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delegated to me by the Administrator, At the applicable time specified in instructions, completing and reviewing the
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD, submit collection of information. All responses to
39 as follows: a report of discrepant findings in accordance this collection of information are mandatory.
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Comments concerning the accuracy of this
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Boeing Alert Service Bulletin B787–81205– burden and suggestions for reducing the
DIRECTIVES SB270037–00, Issue 002, dated July 19, 2017. burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800
(1) If the inspection was done on or after Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 the effective date of this AD: Submit the 20591, Attn: Information Collection
continues to read as follows: report within 30 days after the inspection. Clearance Officer, AES–200.
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![Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 7 / Wednesday, January 10, 2018 / Proposed Rules 1201
(n) Alternative Methods of Compliance Issued in Renton, Washington, on you can contact the Airspace Policy
(AMOCs) December 26, 2017. Group, Federal Aviation
(1) The Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, John P. Piccola, Jr., Administration, 800 Independence
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591;
for this AD, if requested using the procedures Aircraft Certification Service. telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with [FR Doc. 2018–00107 Filed 1–9–18; 8:45 am] also available for inspection at the
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your BILLING CODE 4910–13–P National Archives and Records
principal inspector or local Flight Standards Administration (NARA). For
District Office, as appropriate. If sending information on the availability of FAA
information directly to the manager of the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Order 7400.11B at NARA, call (202)
certification office, send it to the attention of
741–6030, or go to https://
the person identified in paragraph (n)(1) of Federal Aviation Administration
this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/
ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. ibr-locations.html.
14 CFR Part 71 FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector, [Docket No. FAA–2017–1012; Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, is
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager Docket No. 17–ANM–20] published yearly and effective on
of the local flight standards district office/ September 15.
certificate holding district office.
Proposed Establishment of Class E
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable Airspace and Amendment of Class D
Clark, Federal Aviation Administration,
level of safety may be used for any repair, and Class E Airspace; Olympia, WA
Operations Support Group, Western
modification, or alteration required by this AGENCY: Federal Aviation Service Center, 1601 Lind Avenue SW,
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Administration (FAA), DOT. Renton, WA 98057; telephone (425)
Commercial Airplanes Organization
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking 203–4511.
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO (NPRM). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Branch, to make those findings. To be SUMMARY: This action proposes to Authority for This Rulemaking
approved, the repair method, modification
establish Class E airspace extending The FAA’s authority to issue rules
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
upward from 700 feet above the surface regarding aviation safety is found in
the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD. and modify Class E airspace designated Title 49 of the United States Code.
(4) For service information that contains as an extension at Olympia Regional Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the
steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions Airport (formerly Olympia Airport). authority of the FAA Administrator.
of paragraphs (n)(4)(i) and (n)(4)(ii) of this This action would remove the Notice to
Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
AD apply. Airmen (NOTAM) part-time status for
describes in more detail the scope of the
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including Class E airspace designated as an
agency’s authority. This rulemaking is
substeps under an RC step and any figures extension, and would update the airport
promulgated under the authority
identified in an RC step, must be done to name and geographic coordinates in the
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is
described in Subtitle VII, Part A,
associated Class D and E airspace areas
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that
to match the FAA’s aeronautical
requirement is removed from that step or section, the FAA is charged with
database. These changes are necessary
substep. An AMOC is required for any prescribing regulations to assign the use
to accommodate airspace redesign for
deviations to RC steps, including substeps of airspace necessary to ensure the
the safety and management of
and identified figures. safety of aircraft and the efficient use of
instrument flight rules (IFR) operations
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be airspace. This regulation is within the
within the National Airspace System.
deviated from using accepted methods in scope of that authority as it would
accordance with the operator’s maintenance Also, an editorial change would be
establish Class E airspace and amend
or inspection program without obtaining made to the Class D and Class E airspace
Class D and Class E airspace at Olympia
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, legal descriptions replacing Airport/
Regional Airport, Olympia, WA to
including substeps and identified figures, can Facility Directory with the term Chart
support IFR operations within the
still be done as specified, and the airplane Supplement.
National Airspace System.
can be put back in an airworthy condition. DATES: Comments must be received on
(o) Related Information or before February 26, 2018. Comments Invited
(1) For more information about this AD, ADDRESSES: Send comments on this Interested parties are invited to
contact Kelly McGuckin, Aerospace proposal to the U.S. Department of participate in this proposed rulemaking
Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, Transportation, Docket Operations, 1200 by submitting such written data, views,
FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building or arguments, as they may desire.
SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425– Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Comments that provide the factual basis
917–6490; fax: 425–917–6590; email: Washington, DC 20590; telephone: 1– supporting the views and suggestions
Kelly.McGuckin@faa.gov. 800–647–5527, or (202) 366–9826. You presented are particularly helpful in
(2) For service information identified in must identify FAA Docket No. FAA– developing reasoned regulatory
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial 2017–1012; Airspace Docket No. 17– decisions on the proposal. Comments
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data are specifically invited on the overall
ANM–20, at the beginning of your
jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with PROPOSALS
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
comments. You may also submit regulatory, aeronautical, economic,
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
telephone 562–797–1717; internet https:// comments through the internet at http:// environmental, and energy-related
www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this www.regulations.gov. aspects of the proposal.
referenced service information at the FAA, FAA Order 7400.11B, Airspace Communications should identify both
Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Designations and Reporting Points, and docket numbers and be submitted in
Avenue SW, Renton, WA. For information on subsequent amendments can be viewed triplicate to the address listed above.
the availability of this material at the FAA, online at http://www.faa.gov/air_traffic/ Persons wishing the FAA to
call 425–227–1221. publications/. For further information, acknowledge receipt of their comments
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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 | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 26, 2018. | |
| Contact | Kelly McGuckin, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6490; fax: 425-917- 6590; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 1198 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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