83 FR 16188 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 73 (April 16, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 73 (April 16, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-07629 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 73 (Monday, April 16, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 16188-16191] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-07629] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0553; Product Identifier 2016-NM-208-AD; Amendment 39-19250; AD 2018-07-19] 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 all The Boeing Company Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that the parking brake and alternate pitch trim module (PBM) may unintentionally disengage. This AD requires replacing the PBM and doing a PBM installation test. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective May 21, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of May 21, 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 referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0553. 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- 0553; 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: Sean Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3547; 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 all The Boeing Company Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 12, 2017 (82 FR 26872). The NPRM was prompted by a report that the PBM may unintentionally disengage, fail to set, fail to release, or become jammed. The NPRM proposed to require replacing the PBM and doing a PBM installation test. We are issuing this AD to prevent an unintended parking brake release, which could result in damage to the airplane and be a hazard to persons or property on the ground. 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. United Airlines supported the NPRM. Request To Revise the Unsafe Condition Boeing requested that information not related to the unsafe condition be removed. Boeing stated that the AD should specifically address the unintended release of the parking brake module. Boeing also stated that the additional information describes a reliability improvement that is not related to the unsafe condition of unintended parking brake release. We agree with the commenter's request to revise the description of the unsafe condition accordingly, for the reasons provided. Request To Revise the Applicability All Nippon Airways (ANA) requested that no action be required for airplanes with an original certificate of airworthiness or original export certificate of airworthiness issued after the effective date of the AD. ANA commented that the applicability in the proposed AD would apply to all The Boeing Company Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes. ANA stated that paragraph (g) of the proposed AD is only for airplanes on which the original certificate of airworthiness or the original export certificate of airworthiness was issued on or before the effective date of the AD. ANA also stated that the action that would be required for airplanes on which the original certificate of airworthiness or the original export certificate of airworthiness will be issued after the effective date of this AD is uncertain. ANA stated that it has already prohibited installation of PBM part number (P/N) 4260-0037-3 and -4 on any airplane. ANA also stated that PBM P/N 4260-0037-5 is installed on the airplanes on which the original certificate of airworthiness or the original export certificate of [[Page 16189]] airworthiness will be issued after the effective date of this AD. ANA commented that therefore, it believes that no action is necessary for airplanes on which the original certificate of airworthiness or the original export certificate of airworthiness will be issued after the effective date of this AD if installation of PBM P/N 4260-0037-3 and -4 is already prohibited before the effective date of this AD. We disagree with the commenter's request. We have determined that the affected parts are rotable parts such that these parts could later be installed on airplanes that were initially delivered with acceptable parts, thereby subjecting those airplanes to the unsafe condition. Therefore, all The Boeing Company Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes are subject to the requirements in paragraph (h) of this AD. We do concur with the commenter that paragraph (g) of this AD only applies to an airplane with a certificate of airworthiness or an original export certificate of airworthiness issued on or before the effective date of this AD. We have not revised the AD in this regard. Request To Revise the Compliance Time The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) requested that the compliance time in the proposed AD be revised. ALPA stated that the compliance time of 60 months has been provided for both inspection and replacement of the affected parts. ALPA commented that the 60 months for inspection and corrective action is excessive. ALPA also stated that due to the unobtrusive nature of the inspection for the affected parts, the compliance time for the inspection should be re-evaluated and reduced to less than that of the compliance time for the corrective action. We disagree with the commenter's request. The compliance time in this AD is based on FAA analysis of safety risk factors including consideration of the rulemaking time, as well as the time required to rework each PBM to the part number 4260-0037-5 configuration. We have not revised this AD in this regard. Request To Revise ``In Accordance With'' Language in the Service Information American Airlines (AAL) requested that the ``in accordance with'' language in Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2016, be revised. AAL stated that where the service information proposes accomplishing the actions ``in accordance with'' the airplane maintenance manual (AMM), ``refer to'' should be used instead so that compliance with paragraph (g)(2) of the proposed AD can be properly attained. AAL also stated that paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD does not require verification that the PBM was installed and the installation tested ``in accordance with'' 787 AMM 32-44-01. We agree with the commenter. We agree that the wording in Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2016, should specify ``refer to'' instead of ``in accordance with'' because it allows operators additional flexibility. For clarification, we have revised paragraph (g)(2) of this AD to state: Where Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2016, specifies accomplishing an action ``in accordance with 787 AMM 32-44-01,'' for this AD ``refer to 787 AMM 32-44-01'' for that action. Because the corrective action is specified in the AMM and the AMM is no longer required by ``in accordance with'' text, we have removed the references to ``applicable corrective actions'' from the first two sentences of paragraph (g)(2) of this AD and added a new corrective action statement in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD. Request To Delete or Modify a Contradictory Sentence ANA requested that we delete or modify a contradictory sentence in the proposed AD. ANA stated that according to paragraph (g) of the proposed AD, if the PBM is Rockwell Collins P/N 4260-0037-3 or -4, ANA has to install PBM P/N 4260-0037-5 within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, and in the last sentence of the paragraph, it says to do all applicable corrective actions ``before further flight.'' ANA stated that the two sentences are contradictory and that it is too hard to do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. ANA also commented that installing PBM P/N 4260-0037-5 ``within 60 months'' is acceptable. We agree to clarify the compliance time language. Paragraph (g)(2) of this AD requires installing the PBM, doing the installation test, and doing applicable corrective actions. Operators have the entire compliance time of ``within 60 months after the effective date of this AD'' to accomplish the PBM installation and the installation test. However, if the test fails, all applicable corrective actions must be done before further flight after the test. As stated previously, we have revised the corrective action statement in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD to clarify the requirements. 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 Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2016. The service information describes procedures for replacing the PBM and doing a PBM installation test. 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 68 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection........................... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $0 Up to $85....................... Up to $5,780. $85. [[Page 16190]] PBM replacement and test............. 4 work-hours x $85 per hour = $9,655 $9,995.......................... $679,660. $340. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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): 2018-07-19 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19250; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0553; Product Identifier 2016-NM-208-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 21, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32; Landing gear. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report that the parking brake and alternate pitch trim module (PBM) may unintentionally disengage. We are issuing this AD to prevent an unintended parking brake release, which could result in damage to the airplane and be a hazard to persons or property on the ground. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection and Replacement For airplanes on which the original airworthiness certificate or the original export certificate of airworthiness was issued on or before the effective date of this AD: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect the PBM to determine the part number. A review of airplane maintenance or delivery records is acceptable in lieu of the inspection if the part number of the PBM can be conclusively determined from that review. (1) If the PBM is Rockwell Collins part number (P/N) 4260-0037- 5: No further action is required by this paragraph. (2) If the PBM is Rockwell Collins P/N 4260-0037-3 or -4: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, install PBM P/N 4260- 0037-5 and do the PBM installation test, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205- SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2016. Where Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2016, specifies accomplishing an action ``in accordance with 787 AMM 32- 44-01,'' for this AD ``refer to 787 AMM 32-44-01'' for that action. If the installation test fails, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions and repeat the test until the test is passed. (h) Parts Installation Prohibition As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, on any airplane, a PBM having Rockwell Collins P/N 4260-0037-3 or -4. (i) 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 ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j) 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, Seattle 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) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of [[Page 16191]] paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(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. (j) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Sean Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3547; email: [email protected]. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin B787-81205-SB320028-00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 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, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. (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 Des Moines, Washington, on March 30, 2018. Chris Spangenberg, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-07629 Filed 4-13-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(k) Related Information Boeing Company Model 787–8 and 787– published in the Federal Register on
(1) For more information about this AD, 9 airplanes. This AD was prompted by June 12, 2017 (82 FR 26872). The NPRM
contact Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, a report that the parking brake and was prompted by a report that the PBM
Airframe Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, alternate pitch trim module (PBM) may may unintentionally disengage, fail to
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA unintentionally disengage. This AD set, fail to release, or become jammed.
98198; phone and fax: 206–231–3524; email: requires replacing the PBM and doing a The NPRM proposed to require
wayne.lockett@faa.gov. PBM installation test. We are issuing replacing the PBM and doing a PBM
(2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
this AD to address the unsafe condition installation test.
available at the addresses specified in on these products. We are issuing this AD to prevent an
paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. DATES: This AD is effective May 21, unintended parking brake release,
2018. which could result in damage to the
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference airplane and be a hazard to persons or
The Director of the Federal Register
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference property on the ground.
approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD
(IBR) of the service information listed in this Comments
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
as of May 21, 2018.
We gave the public the opportunity to
part 51. ADDRESSES: For service information
participate in developing this final rule.
(2) You must use this service information identified in this final rule, contact
The following presents the comments
as applicable to do the actions required by Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767– response to each comment. United
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC
53A0251, Revision 1, dated March 7, 2017. Airlines supported the NPRM.
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
(ii) Reserved.
telephone: 562–797–1717; internet: Request To Revise the Unsafe Condition
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You Boeing requested that information not
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data may view this referenced service related to the unsafe condition be
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., information at the FAA, Transport removed. Boeing stated that the AD
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., should specifically address the
telephone 562–797–1717; internet https:// Des Moines, WA. For information on the unintended release of the parking brake
www.myboeingfleet.com. availability of this material at the FAA, module. Boeing also stated that the
(4) You may view this service information call 206–231–3195. It is also available
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, additional information describes a
on the internet at http:// reliability improvement that is not
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA
www.regulations.gov by searching for related to the unsafe condition of
98198. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– unintended parking brake release.
(5) You may view this service information 0553. We agree with the commenter’s
that is incorporated by reference at the Examining the AD Docket request to revise the description of the
National Archives and Records unsafe condition accordingly, for the
Administration (NARA). For information on You may examine the AD docket on reasons provided.
the availability of this material at NARA, call the internet at http://
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// www.regulations.gov by searching for Request To Revise the Applicability
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– All Nippon Airways (ANA) requested
locations.html. 0553; or in person at the Docket that no action be required for airplanes
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on Management Facility between 9 a.m. with an original certificate of
March 30, 2018. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, airworthiness or original export
Chris Spangenberg, except Federal holidays. The AD docket certificate of airworthiness issued after
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, contains this final rule, the regulatory the effective date of the AD. ANA
Aircraft Certification Service. evaluation, any comments received, and commented that the applicability in the
[FR Doc. 2018–07630 Filed 4–13–18; 8:45 am] other information. The address for the proposed AD would apply to all The
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is Boeing Company Model 787–8 and 787–
Docket Management Facility, U.S. 9 airplanes. ANA stated that paragraph
Department of Transportation, Docket (g) of the proposed AD is only for
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Operations, M–30, West Building airplanes on which the original
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 certificate of airworthiness or the
Federal Aviation Administration New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC original export certificate of
20590. airworthiness was issued on or before
14 CFR Part 39 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: the effective date of the AD. ANA also
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0553; Product Sean Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, stated that the action that would be
Identifier 2016–NM–208–AD; Amendment Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, required for airplanes on which the
39–19250; AD 2018–07–19] Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th original certificate of airworthiness or
St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and the original export certificate of
RIN 2120–AA64 fax: 206–231–3547; email: airworthiness will be issued after the
Sean.Schauer@faa.gov. effective date of this AD is uncertain.
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: ANA stated that it has already
Company Airplanes
prohibited installation of PBM part
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AGENCY: Federal Aviation Discussion number (P/N) 4260–0037–3 and –4 on
Administration (FAA), DOT. We issued a notice of proposed any airplane. ANA also stated that PBM
ACTION: Final rule. rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR P/N 4260–0037–5 is installed on the
part 39 by adding an AD that would airplanes on which the original
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new apply to all The Boeing Company Model certificate of airworthiness or the
airworthiness directive (AD) for all The 787–8 and 787–9 airplanes. The NPRM original export certificate of
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ESTIMATED COSTS—Continued
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
PBM replacement and test 4 work-hours × $85 per hour = $340 ........................... $9,655 $9,995 ................... $679,660.
Authority for This Rulemaking under the criteria of the Regulatory Within 60 months after the effective date of
Flexibility Act. this AD, inspect the PBM to determine the
Title 49 of the United States Code part number. A review of airplane
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 maintenance or delivery records is acceptable
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, in lieu of the inspection if the part number
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
section 106, describes the authority of of the PBM can be conclusively determined
safety, Incorporation by reference,
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: from that review.
Safety. (1) If the PBM is Rockwell Collins part
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s Adoption of the Amendment number (P/N) 4260–0037–5: No further
authority. action is required by this paragraph.
Accordingly, under the authority (2) If the PBM is Rockwell Collins P/N
We are issuing this rulemaking under delegated to me by the Administrator, 4260–0037–3 or –4: Within 60 months after
the authority described in Subtitle VII, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as the effective date of this AD, install PBM P/
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: follows: N 4260–0037–5 and do the PBM installation
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that test, in accordance with the Accomplishment
section, Congress charges the FAA with PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin B787–
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in DIRECTIVES 81205–SB320028–00, Issue 001, dated
air commerce by prescribing regulations October 31, 2016. Where Boeing Service
for practices, methods, and procedures ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Bulletin B787–81205–SB320028–00, Issue
the Administrator finds necessary for continues to read as follows: 001, dated October 31, 2016, specifies
safety in air commerce. This regulation accomplishing an action ‘‘in accordance with
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. 787 AMM 32–44–01,’’ for this AD ‘‘refer to
is within the scope of that authority
§ 39.13 [Amended] 787 AMM 32–44–01’’ for that action. If the
because it addresses an unsafe condition installation test fails, before further flight, do
that is likely to exist or develop on ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding all applicable corrective actions and repeat
products identified in this rulemaking the following new airworthiness the test until the test is passed.
action. directive (AD):
This AD is issued in accordance with (h) Parts Installation Prohibition
2018–07–19 The Boeing Company: As of the effective date of this AD, no
authority delegated by the Executive
Amendment 39–19250; Docket No. person may install, on any airplane, a PBM
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, FAA–2017–0553; Product Identifier
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. having Rockwell Collins P/N 4260–0037–3 or
2016–NM–208–AD. –4.
In accordance with that order, issuance
of ADs is normally a function of the (a) Effective Date (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Compliance and Airworthiness This AD is effective May 21, 2018. (AMOCs)
Division, but during this transition (b) Affected ADs (1) The Manager, Seattle ACO Branch,
period, the Executive Director has FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
None. for this AD, if requested using the procedures
delegated the authority to issue ADs
applicable to transport category (c) Applicability found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with
airplanes to the Director of the System 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
This AD applies to all The Boeing
principal inspector or local Flight Standards
Oversight Division. Company Model 787–8 and 787–9 airplanes,
District Office, as appropriate. If sending
certificated in any category.
Regulatory Findings information directly to the manager of the
(d) Subject ACO, send it to the attention of the person
This AD will not have federalism identified in paragraph (j) of this AD.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
implications under Executive Order America Code 32; Landing gear. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-
13132. This AD will not have a Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
substantial direct effect on the States, on (e) Unsafe Condition (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
the relationship between the national This AD was prompted by a report that the notify your appropriate principal inspector,
government and the States, or on the parking brake and alternate pitch trim or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
distribution of power and module (PBM) may unintentionally of the local flight standards district office/
disengage. We are issuing this AD to prevent certificate holding district office.
responsibilities among the various (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
levels of government. an unintended parking brake release, which
could result in damage to the airplane and be level of safety may be used for any repair,
For the reasons discussed above, I a hazard to persons or property on the modification, or alteration required by this
certify that this AD: ground. AD if it is approved by the Boeing
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Commercial Airplanes Organization
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (f) Compliance Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Comply with this AD within the been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures compliance times specified, unless already ACO, to make those findings. To be
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), done. approved, the repair method, modification
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (g) Inspection and Replacement the certification basis of the airplane, and the
in Alaska, and For airplanes on which the original approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) Will not have a significant airworthiness certificate or the original (4) For service information that contains
economic impact, positive or negative, export certificate of airworthiness was issued steps that are labeled as Required for
on a substantial number of small entities on or before the effective date of this AD: Compliance (RC), the provisions of
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paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii) of this AD DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA.
apply. For information on the availability of
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including Federal Aviation Administration this material at the FAA, call 206–231–
substeps under an RC step and any figures 3195. It is also available on the internet
identified in an RC step, must be done to 14 CFR Part 39 at http://www.regulations.gov by
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is searching for and locating Docket No.
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0906; Product
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC FAA–2017–0906.
Identifier 2017–NM–039–AD; Amendment
requirement is removed from that step or 39–19252; AD 2018–07–21]
substep. An AMOC is required for any Examining the AD Docket
deviations to RC steps, including substeps RIN 2120–AA64 You may examine the AD docket on
and identified figures. the internet at http://
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be Airworthiness Directives; Fokker
www.regulations.gov by searching for
deviated from using accepted methods in Services B.V. Airplanes
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
accordance with the operator’s maintenance AGENCY: Federal Aviation 0906; or in person at the Docket
or inspection program without obtaining Administration (FAA), Department of Management Facility between 9 a.m.
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, Transportation (DOT). and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
including substeps and identified figures, can except Federal holidays. The AD docket
ACTION: Final rule.
still be done as specified, and the airplane contains this AD, the regulatory
can be put back in an airworthy condition. SUMMARY: We are superseding evaluation, any comments received, and
(j) Related Information Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005–12– other information. The address for the
16, which applied to all Fokker Services Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527)
For more information about this AD,
contact Sean Schauer, Aerospace Engineer,
B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes. is Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Systems and Equipment Section, FAA,
AD 2005–12–16 required an inspection Department of Transportation, Docket
Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., to determine the part number of the Operations, M–30, West Building
Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206– passenger service unit (PSU) panels for Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
231–3547; email: Sean.Schauer@faa.gov. the PSU modification status, and New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
corrective actions if applicable. This 20590.
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference new AD requires an inspection of the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
(1) The Director of the Federal Register PSU panels and the PSU panel/airplane Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
approved the incorporation by reference interface connectors for discrepancies, International Section, Transport
(IBR) of the service information listed in this and corrective actions if necessary. This Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR AD also removes airplanes from the 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
part 51. applicability. This AD was prompted by telephone and fax 206–231–3226.
(2) You must use this service information reports of smoke in the passenger
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
as applicable to do the actions required by compartment during ground operations
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. and in-flight, and a determination that Discussion
(i) Boeing Service Bulletin B787–81205– the modification actions required by AD We issued a notice of proposed
SB320028–00, Issue 001, dated October 31, 2005–12–16 might not have been rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
2016. implemented correctly. We are issuing part 39 to supersede AD 2005–12–16,
(ii) Reserved. this AD to address the unsafe condition Amendment 39–14132 (70 FR 34642,
(3) For Boeing service information on these products. June 15, 2005) (‘‘AD 2005–12–16’’). AD
identified in this AD, contact Boeing DATES: This AD is May 21, 2018. 2005–12–16 applied to all Fokker
Commercial Airplanes, Attention: The Director of the Federal Register Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100
Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 approved the incorporation by reference
Westminster Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
of certain publications listed in this AD Federal Register on November 3, 2017
Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone: 562–797– as of May 21, 2018.
1717; internet: https://
(82 FR 51172). The NPRM was
The Director of the Federal Register prompted by reports of smoke in the
www.myboeingfleet.com.
approved the incorporation by reference passenger compartment during ground
(4) You may view this service information
of a certain other publication listed in operations and in flight, and the
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
this AD as of July 20, 2005 (70 FR determination that the modification
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
34642, June 15, 2005). actions required by AD 2005–12–16
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. ADDRESSES: For Fokker service might not have been implemented
(5) You may view this service information information identified in this final rule, correctly. The NPRM proposed to
that is incorporated by reference at the contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical continue to require an inspection to
National Archives and Records Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL determine the part number of the PSU
Administration (NARA). For information on Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone panels for the PSU modification status,
the availability of this material at NARA, call +31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31 (0)88– and corrective actions if applicable. The
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// 6280–111; email technicalservices@ NPRM also proposed to require an
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- fokker.com; internet http:// inspection of the PSU panels and the
locations.html. www.myfokkerfleet.com. For Grimes PSU panel/airplane interface connectors
Aerospace service information for discrepancies, and corrective actions
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on
identified in this final rule, contact if necessary. We are issuing this AD to
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
March 30, 2018.
Grimes Aerospace Company, Product detect and correct overheating of the
Chris Spangenberg, Support Group, 240 Twain Avenue, PSU panel due to moisture ingress,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Urbana, OH 43078; phone 513–653– which could result in smoke or fire in
Aircraft Certification Service. 5225; fax 513–652–2322. You may view the passenger cabin.
[FR Doc. 2018–07629 Filed 4–13–18; 8:45 am] this referenced service information at The European Aviation Safety Agency
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
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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 May 21, 2018. | |
| Contact | Sean Schauer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3547; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 16188 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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