83 FR 16194 - 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)
| Page Range | 16194-16198 | |
| FR Document | 2018-07638 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 73 (Monday, April 16, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 16194-16198] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-07638] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0770; Product Identifier 2017-NM-030-AD; Amendment 39-19251; AD 2018-07-20] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-03-07, which applied to certain The Boeing Company Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. AD 2014-03-07 required inspecting certain locations of the wire bundles of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank for damage, and corrective action if necessary. AD 2014-03-07 also required installing nonmetallic barrier/shield sleeving, new clamps, new attaching hardware, and a new extruded channel. This AD adds certain inspections and expands the applicability. This AD was prompted by the determination that it is necessary to require an inspection of the wire bundles for damage at certain center upper auxiliary fuel tank locations on certain airplanes. 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. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of March 26, 2014 (79 FR 9392, February 19, 2014). The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of February 4, 2010 (74 FR 69249, December 31, 2009). 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; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0770. 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- 0770; or in person at Docket Operations 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 Docket Operations (phone: 800-647- 5527) is Docket Operations, 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: Samuel Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5262; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2014-03-07, Amendment 39-17744 (79 FR 9392, February 19, 2014) (``AD 2014-03-07''). AD 2014-03-07 applied to certain The Boeing Company Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on August 17, 2017 (82 FR 39062). The NPRM was prompted by the determination that it is necessary to require an inspection of the wire bundles for damage at certain center upper auxiliary fuel tank locations on certain airplanes. The NPRM proposed to continue to require inspecting certain locations of the wire bundles of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank for damage, and corrective action if necessary. The NPRM also proposed to continue to require installing nonmetallic barrier/shield sleeving, new clamps, new attaching hardware, and a new extruded channel. The NPRM proposed to add certain inspections and expand the applicability. We are issuing this AD to reduce the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. [[Page 16195]] Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Supportive Comments The Air Line Pilots Association, International and Boeing supported the content of the NPRM. Request To Clarify NPRM Requirements FedEx Express (FedEx) asked that the requirements in the NPRM relative to the referenced service information be clarified. FedEx stated that Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126 has been revised 6 times, and its related AD has been superseded twice; therefore, the NPRM requirements are confusing. FedEx added that the NPRM might need to be re-written completely to clearly state what the new requirements are, since some operators have accomplished either the original issue or one or more of Revisions 1 through 5 of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126. FedEx stated that it has accomplished Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011; and at the time those procedures were done, the FedEx fleet was classified as Group 1, Configuration 1, and Group 2, Configuration 1 airplanes because FedEx didn't accomplish prior revisions of the service information. FedEx noted that currently its airplanes are Group 1, Configuration 2, and Group 2, Configuration 2, because FedEx has accomplished prior revisions of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126 on its airplanes. We acknowledge the commenter's request and agree to clarify. The new requirements of this AD apply only to certain airplanes identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. As noted by the commenter, for a given airplane, the group and configuration might have changed between Boeing Service Bulletin MD11- 28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011, and Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. Group 1, Configuration 1 airplanes in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11- 28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011, are defined as airplanes on which ``prior issues of this service bulletin'' have not been accomplished. If the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11- 28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011, have been done on one of these airplanes, this airplane becomes a Group 1 Configuration 2 airplane as defined in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, (airplanes on which ``prior issues of this service bulletin'' have been accomplished). Therefore, for this airplane, the inspections specified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, for its new configuration must be done. The inspections in paragraph (i) of this AD must be done for airplanes identified as Groups 1, 2, and 5, Configuration 2 airplanes in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. For this configuration, Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, adds certain work instructions that were not in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011; or Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 5, dated July 29, 2014. Therefore, we have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Clarify New Inspection Requirements FedEx asked that the new inspection requirements specified in the proposed AD be clarified. FedEx stated that the proposed AD would retain all requirements of AD 2014-03-07, and would add inspection requirements for certain airplanes, as well as expanding the applicability. FedEx noted that Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, adds new inspection requirements but does not specify that the inspection be done at additional locations, as indicated in the proposed AD. FedEx added that the work instructions specified in Revisions 4 and 6 of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126 are for the same area, so it is not clear which additional locations are mandated by the proposed AD. We agree to clarify. Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, adds an inspection to determine if the wire bundles routed above the center upper auxiliary fuel tank between floor beams touch the upper surface of the tank for Groups 1, 2, and 5, Configuration 2 airplanes. We acknowledge that the phrase ``additional locations'' is unclear, and we have revised paragraph (i)(1) of this AD to state ``Do a general visual inspection of the wire bundles at the applicable center upper auxiliary fuel tank locations . . .'' Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, identifies the applicable inspection areas. Request To Specify Airplane Configuration FedEx asked that the airplane configurations specified in the proposed AD be clarified. FedEx stated that paragraph (i) of the proposed AD specifies the following: ``For Groups 1, 2, and 5 Configuration 2 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016.'' FedEx added that, as defined in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, the FedEx fleet will be Group 1, Configuration 2 and Group 2, Configuration 2 airplanes because FedEx has accomplished a prior revision of this service information. FedEx believes its fleet should be in Group 1, Configuration 1, and Group 2, Configuration 1, but stated that it is not clear which airplanes are in which groups and configurations. We acknowledge the commenter's request and provide the following clarification. Paragraph 1.A., ``Effectivity'' of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, specifies that airplanes on which previous issues of the service information have been done are identified as Configuration 2 airplanes. Therefore, any airplanes on which any previous issue of the service information was accomplished would be classified as Configuration 2. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request for Credit for Previous Actions Accomplished FedEx and United Parcel Service (UPS) requested credit for previous accomplishment of the actions in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of the proposed AD using Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011. FedEx stated that new inspections and corrective actions as specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of the proposed AD were already performed by FedEx per Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011, and should not be performed again. FedEx believes the proposed AD should give credit for work accomplished under Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011. UPS stated that prior accomplishment of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011, for Groups 1 and 2, Configuration 1 freighter aircraft meets the requirements of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. UPS stated that the additional steps added by Revisions 5 and 6 of [[Page 16196]] Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126 are not applicable to airplanes in freighter configurations or have already been accomplished using Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011. UPS added that no further actions should be required on those airplanes. We agree to clarify. As stated previously, Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, adds an inspection to determine if the wire bundles routed above the center upper auxiliary fuel tank between floor beams touch the upper surface of the tank for Groups 1, 2, and 5, Configuration 2 airplanes. This inspection was not included in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 5, dated July 29, 2014; nor any of the previous revisions of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126. In addition, for compliance with this AD, this inspection must be done before the detailed inspection specified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, for Groups 1, 2, and 5, Configuration 2 airplanes. However, under the provisions of paragraph (m) of this AD, we will consider requests for approval of alternative methods of compliance (AMOCs) if sufficient data are submitted to substantiate that the actions would provide an acceptable level of safety. We have not changed this AD in this regard. We also partially agree with the commenter. The new requirements in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, do not apply to certain freighter airplanes. Freighter airplanes are included in the procedures for Groups 1 and 5, Configuration 2 airplanes, but not for Group 2, Configuration 2 airplanes, as specified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. Only passenger airplanes are included in the procedures for Group 2, Configuration 2 airplanes in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. Therefore, we have added ``as applicable'' to the introductory text to paragraph (i) of this AD to clarify that the actions in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD apply to Groups 1 and 5, Configuration 2 airplanes, and passenger airplanes in Group 2, Configuration 2. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed, except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. This service information describes procedures for inspecting certain wire bundles of the center auxiliary fuel tank for damage, and repairing or replacing damaged wires. This service information also describes procedures for installing barrier/shield sleeving, clamping, and an extruded channel. 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 125 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 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection/installation [retained 168 to 182 work-hours x $85 $15,708 to $28,005...................... $29,988 to $3,748,500 to actions from AD 2009-26-16, per hour = $14,280 to $43,475 per $5,434,375 per Amendment 39-16155 (74 FR 69249, $15,470 per inspection inspection cycle. inspection cycle. December 31, 2009)]. cycle. Inspection/installation for Groups Up to 9 work-hours x $85 $6,166.................................. Up to $6,931......... Up to $866,375. 1, 2, and 5, all Configuration 2 per hour = $765. airplanes (retained actions from AD 2014-03-07). Inspection/installation for Groups Up to 4 work-hours x $85 $0...................................... Up to $340........... Up to $42,500. 1, 2, and 5, all Configuration 2 per hour = $340. airplanes (new action). Inspection/installation for Line 4 work-hours x $85 per hour $28,005................................. $340................. $28,345. Number 579 (new action). = $340. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that enables 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 and associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division. [[Page 16197]] Regulatory Findings We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-03-07, Amendment 39-17744 (79 FR 9392, February 19, 2014), and adding the following new AD: 2018-07-20 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19251; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0770; Product Identifier 2017-NM-030-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 21, 2018. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2014-03-07, Amendment 39-17744 (79 FR 9392, February 19, 2014) (``AD 2014-03-07''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer that indicated the need to inspect wire bundles at certain locations of the center upper auxiliary fuel tanks in addition to inspection locations required by AD 2014-03-07. We are issuing this AD to reduce the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Inspection and Corrective Action, With Revised Service Information This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2014-03-07, with revised service information. For airplanes identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009: Within 60 months after February 4, 2010 (the effective date of AD 2009-26-16, Amendment 39-16155 (74 FR 69249, December 31, 2009)), do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(5) of this AD, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009; Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011; or Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016; except as required by paragraph (k) of this AD. As of the effective date of this AD, only Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (1) Do a general visual inspection of the wire bundles between Stations 1238.950 and 1361.000 to determine if wires touch the upper surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank, and mark the location, as applicable. (2) Do a detailed inspection for splices and damage of all wire bundles above the center upper auxiliary fuel tank between Stations 1218.950 and 1381.000. (3) Do a detailed inspection for damage (burn marks) of the upper surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank. (4) Do a detailed inspection for damage (burn marks) on the fuel vapor barrier seal. (5) Install a nonmetallic barrier/shield sleeving, new clamps, new attaching hardware, and a new extruded channel. (h) Retained Additional Inspections and Corrective Action, With Revised Service Information This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2014-03-07, with revised service information. For airplanes in Group 1, Configuration 2; Group 2, Configuration 2; and Group 5, Configuration 2; as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28- 126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011: Within 60 months after March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-07), do a detailed inspection of wire bundles for splices and damage (chafing, arcing, and broken insulation) and damage (burn marks) on the upper surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank and fuel vapor barrier seal; install barrier/shield sleeving and clamping; and do all applicable corrective actions at the applicable locations specified in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(3) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011; or Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016; except as required by paragraph (k) of this AD. As of the effective date of this AD, only Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (1) For Group 1, Configuration 2 airplanes, between Stations 1238.950 and 1381.000, Stations 1238.950 and 1256.000, and Stations 1238.950 and 1256.800, depending on passenger or freighter configuration. (2) For Group 2, Configuration 2 airplanes, between Stations 1238.950 and 1275.250, and Stations 1238.950 and 1275.250, passenger configuration only. (3) For Group 5, Configuration 2 airplanes, between Stations 1381.000 and 1238.950. (i) New Inspections and Corrective Actions for Certain Airplanes For Groups 1, 2, and 5 Configuration 2 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, do the actions required by paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD, as applicable, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. (1) Do a general visual inspection of the wire bundles at the applicable center upper auxiliary fuel tank locations to determine if wires touch the upper surface of the fuel tank, and mark the location as applicable. (2) Do a detailed inspection of the wire bundles for splices and damage on the upper surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank and fuel vapor barrier seal; install barrier/shield sleeving, clamping, and extruded channels, as applicable; and do all applicable corrective actions before further flight; except as required by paragraph (k) of this AD. (j) New Requirements for Line Number 579 For airplane Line Number 579: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(5) of this AD, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, except as required by paragraph (k) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. [[Page 16198]] (k) Exception to Service Information Specifications Where Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009; Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011; or Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016; specifies to contact The Boeing Company for repair instructions: Before further flight, repair the auxiliary fuel tank using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. (l) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-07), using the service information specified in paragraph (l)(1)(i) or (l)(1)(ii) of this AD. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 2, dated November 18, 2010. (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 3, dated June 3, 2011. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before March 26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014-03-07), using Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 3, dated June 3, 2011. (m) 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 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: [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 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) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2014-03-07 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of this AD. (n) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Samuel Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627- 5262; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (o)(6) and (o)(7) of this AD. (o) 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. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on May 21, 2018. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on March 26, 2014 (79 FR 9392, February 19, 2014). (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011. (ii) Reserved. (5) The following service information was approved for IBR on February 4, 2010 (74 FR 69249, December 31, 2009). (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-28-126, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009. (ii) Reserved. (6) 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; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (7) 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. (8) 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 29, 2018. Chris Spangenberg, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-07638 Filed 4-13-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(1) The Director of the Federal Register 14 CFR Part 39
approved the incorporation by reference Examining the AD Docket
(IBR) of the service information listed in this [Docket No. FAA–2017–0770; Product
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Identifier 2017–NM–030–AD; Amendment You may examine the AD docket on
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part 51.
(2) You must use this service information RIN 2120–AA64 www.regulations.gov by searching for
as applicable to do the actions required by and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing 0770; or in person at Docket Operations
(3) The following service information was Company Airplanes between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
approved for IBR on May 21, 2018. through Friday, except Federal holidays.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation The AD docket contains this final rule,
(i) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–25–
Administration (FAA), DOT. the regulatory evaluation, any
128, dated July 21, 2016.
(ii) Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10– ACTION: Final rule. comments received, and other
1178–33–0040, dated October 15, 1993.
SUMMARY: We are superseding information. The address for Docket
(iii) Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10– Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–03–
1178–33–0040, Revision 1, dated March 25, Docket Operations, U.S. Department of
07, which applied to certain The Boeing
1996. Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
Company Model MD–11 and MD–11F
(iv) Grimes Aerospace Service Bulletin 10– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
1571–33–0041, dated October 15, 1993.
airplanes. AD 2014–03–07 required
inspecting certain locations of the wire W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
(4) The following service information was Washington, DC 20590.
approved for IBR on July 20, 2005 (70 FR bundles of the center upper auxiliary
34642, June 15, 2005). fuel tank for damage, and corrective FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
(i) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–25– action if necessary. AD 2014–03–07 also Samuel Lee, Aerospace Engineer,
097, dated December 30, 2003. required installing nonmetallic barrier/ Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles
(ii) Reserved. shield sleeving, new clamps, new ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount
(5) For Fokker service information attaching hardware, and a new extruded Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137;
identified in this AD, contact Fokker Services channel. This AD adds certain phone: 562–627–5262; fax: 562–627–
B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box inspections and expands the 5210; email: samuel.lee@faa.gov.
1357, 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; applicability. This AD was prompted by
the determination that it is necessary to SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
telephone +31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31
(0)88–6280–111; email technicalservices@ require an inspection of the wire Discussion
fokker.com; internet http:// bundles for damage at certain center
www.myfokkerfleet.com. For Grimes upper auxiliary fuel tank locations on We issued a notice of proposed
Aerospace service information identified in certain airplanes. We are issuing this rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
this AD, contact Grimes Aerospace Company, AD to address the unsafe condition on part 39 to supersede AD 2014–03–07,
Product Support Group, 240 Twain Avenue, these products. Amendment 39–17744 (79 FR 9392,
Urbana, OH 43078; phone 513–653–5225; fax DATES: This AD is effective May 21, February 19, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–03–07’’).
513–652–2322. 2018. AD 2014–03–07 applied to certain The
(6) You may view this service information The Director of the Federal Register Boeing Company Model MD–11 and
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, approved the incorporation by reference MD–11F airplanes. The NPRM
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For of a certain publication listed in this AD published in the Federal Register on
information on the availability of this as of May 21, 2018. August 17, 2017 (82 FR 39062). The
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. The Director of the Federal Register NPRM was prompted by the
(7) You may view this service information approved the incorporation by reference determination that it is necessary to
that is incorporated by reference at the of a certain other publication listed in require an inspection of the wire
National Archives and Records this AD as of March 26, 2014 (79 FR bundles for damage at certain center
Administration (NARA). For information on 9392, February 19, 2014). upper auxiliary fuel tank locations on
the availability of this material at NARA, call The Director of the Federal Register certain airplanes. The NPRM proposed
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// approved the incorporation by reference to continue to require inspecting certain
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- of a certain other publication listed in locations of the wire bundles of the
locations.html. this AD as of February 4, 2010 (74 FR center upper auxiliary fuel tank for
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on 69249, December 31, 2009). damage, and corrective action if
March 30, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information necessary. The NPRM also proposed to
Chris Spangenberg, identified in this final rule, contact continue to require installing
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Boeing Commercial Airplanes, nonmetallic barrier/shield sleeving, new
Aircraft Certification Service. Attention: Contractual & Data Services clamps, new attaching hardware, and a
[FR Doc. 2018–07639 Filed 4–13–18; 8:45 am] (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC new extruded channel. The NPRM
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; proposed to add certain inspections and
telephone 562–797–1717; internet expand the applicability. We are issuing
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https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You this AD to reduce the potential of
may view this service information at the ignition sources inside fuel tanks,
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 which, in combination with flammable
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank
information on the availability of this explosions and consequent loss of the
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. airplane.
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Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126 to substantiate that the actions would as proposed, except for minor editorial
are not applicable to airplanes in provide an acceptable level of safety. changes. We have determined that these
freighter configurations or have already We have not changed this AD in this minor changes:
been accomplished using Boeing regard. • Are consistent with the intent that
Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, We also partially agree with the was proposed in the NPRM for
Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011. commenter. The new requirements in addressing the unsafe condition; and
UPS added that no further actions Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126,
• Do not add any additional burden
should be required on those airplanes. Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, do not
upon the public than was already
apply to certain freighter airplanes.
We agree to clarify. As stated proposed in the NPRM.
Freighter airplanes are included in the
previously, Boeing Service Bulletin procedures for Groups 1 and 5, Related Service Information Under
MD11–28–126, Revision 6, dated July 1, Configuration 2 airplanes, but not for 1 CFR Part 51
2016, adds an inspection to determine if Group 2, Configuration 2 airplanes, as
the wire bundles routed above the specified in Boeing Service Bulletin We reviewed Boeing Service Bulletin
center upper auxiliary fuel tank between MD11–28–126, Revision 6, dated July 1, MD11–28–126, Revision 6, dated July 1,
floor beams touch the upper surface of 2016. Only passenger airplanes are 2016. This service information describes
the tank for Groups 1, 2, and 5, included in the procedures for Group 2, procedures for inspecting certain wire
Configuration 2 airplanes. This Configuration 2 airplanes in Boeing bundles of the center auxiliary fuel tank
inspection was not included in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, for damage, and repairing or replacing
Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. damaged wires. This service
Revision 5, dated July 29, 2014; nor any Therefore, we have added ‘‘as information also describes procedures
of the previous revisions of Boeing applicable’’ to the introductory text to for installing barrier/shield sleeving,
Service Bulletin MD11–28–126. In paragraph (i) of this AD to clarify that clamping, and an extruded channel.
addition, for compliance with this AD, the actions in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) This service information is reasonably
this inspection must be done before the of this AD apply to Groups 1 and 5, available because the interested parties
detailed inspection specified in Boeing Configuration 2 airplanes, and have access to it through their normal
Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, passenger airplanes in Group 2, course of business or by the means
Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, for Configuration 2. identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Groups 1, 2, and 5, Configuration 2 Costs of Compliance
airplanes. However, under the Conclusion
provisions of paragraph (m) of this AD, We reviewed the relevant data, We estimate that this AD affects 125
we will consider requests for approval considered the comments received, and airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
of alternative methods of compliance determined that air safety and the the following costs to comply with this
(AMOCs) if sufficient data are submitted public interest require adopting this AD AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators
Inspection/installation [retained ac- 168 to 182 work-hours × $85 per $15,708 to $28,005 ............ $29,988 to $3,748,500 to
tions from AD 2009–26–16, hour = $14,280 to $15,470 per $43,475 per in- $5,434,375 per
Amendment 39–16155 (74 FR inspection cycle. spection cycle. inspection
69249, December 31, 2009)]. cycle.
Inspection/installation for Groups 1, Up to 9 work-hours × $85 per hour $6,166 ................................ Up to $6,931 ...... Up to $866,375.
2, and 5, all Configuration 2 air- = $765.
planes (retained actions from AD
2014–03–07).
Inspection/installation for Groups 1, Up to 4 work-hours × $85 per hour $0 ....................................... Up to $340 ......... Up to $42,500.
2, and 5, all Configuration 2 air- = $340.
planes (new action).
Inspection/installation for Line Num- 4 work-hours × $85 per hour = $28,005 .............................. $340 ................... $28,345.
ber 579 (new action). $340.
We have received no definitive data We are issuing this rulemaking under This AD is issued in accordance with
that enables us to provide cost estimates the authority described in Subtitle VII, authority delegated by the Executive
for the on-condition actions specified in Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
this AD. ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
section, Congress charges the FAA with In accordance with that order, issuance
Authority for This Rulemaking
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in of ADs is normally a function of the
Title 49 of the United States Code air commerce by prescribing regulations Compliance and Airworthiness
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue for practices, methods, and procedures Division, but during this transition
the Administrator finds necessary for period, the Executive Director has
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rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
Section 106, describes the authority of safety in air commerce. This regulation delegated the authority to issue ADs
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, is within the scope of that authority applicable to transport category
Aviation Programs, describes in more because it addresses an unsafe condition airplanes and associated appliances to
detail the scope of the Agency’s that is likely to exist or develop on the Director of the System Oversight
authority. products identified in this rulemaking Division.
action.
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Regulatory Findings (d) Subject 29, 2011: Within 60 months after March 26,
Air Transport Association (ATA) of 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03–07),
We have determined that this AD will America Code 28, Fuel. do a detailed inspection of wire bundles for
not have federalism implications under splices and damage (chafing, arcing, and
Executive Order 13132. This AD will (e) Unsafe Condition broken insulation) and damage (burn marks)
not have a substantial direct effect on This AD was prompted by fuel system on the upper surface of the center upper
the States, on the relationship between reviews conducted by the manufacturer that auxiliary fuel tank and fuel vapor barrier
the national government and the States, indicated the need to inspect wire bundles at seal; install barrier/shield sleeving and
or on the distribution of power and certain locations of the center upper auxiliary clamping; and do all applicable corrective
fuel tanks in addition to inspection locations actions at the applicable locations specified
responsibilities among the various required by AD 2014–03–07. We are issuing
levels of government. in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(3) of this AD,
this AD to reduce the potential of ignition in accordance with the Accomplishment
For the reasons discussed above, I sources inside fuel tanks, which, in Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin
certify that this AD: combination with flammable fuel vapors,
MD11–28–126, Revision 4, dated November
could result in fuel tank explosions and
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory 29, 2011; or Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–
consequent loss of the airplane.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, 28–126, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016;
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (f) Compliance except as required by paragraph (k) of this
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Comply with this AD within the AD. As of the effective date of this AD, only
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), compliance times specified, unless already Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126,
done. Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, may be used
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation to accomplish the actions required by this
in Alaska, and (g) Retained Inspection and Corrective
paragraph. Do all applicable corrective
Action, With Revised Service Information
(4) Will not have a significant actions before further flight.
economic impact, positive or negative, This paragraph restates the requirements of (1) For Group 1, Configuration 2 airplanes,
on a substantial number of small entities paragraph (g) of AD 2014–03–07, with between Stations 1238.950 and 1381.000,
revised service information. For airplanes Stations 1238.950 and 1256.000, and Stations
under the criteria of the Regulatory identified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–
Flexibility Act. 1238.950 and 1256.800, depending on
28–126, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009:
passenger or freighter configuration.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Within 60 months after February 4, 2010 (the
(2) For Group 2, Configuration 2 airplanes,
effective date of AD 2009–26–16,
Amendment 39–16155 (74 FR 69249, between Stations 1238.950 and 1275.250, and
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
December 31, 2009)), do the actions specified Stations 1238.950 and 1275.250, passenger
safety, Incorporation by reference, configuration only.
Safety. in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(5) of this AD,
and do all applicable corrective actions, in (3) For Group 5, Configuration 2 airplanes,
Adoption of the Amendment accordance with the Accomplishment between Stations 1381.000 and 1238.950.
Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin (i) New Inspections and Corrective Actions
Accordingly, under the authority MD11–28–126, Revision 1, dated June 18, for Certain Airplanes
delegated to me by the Administrator, 2009; Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011;
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as or Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016; except as For Groups 1, 2, and 5 Configuration 2
follows: required by paragraph (k) of this AD. As of airplanes, as identified in Boeing Service
the effective date of this AD, only Boeing Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 6, dated
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 6, July 1, 2016: Within 60 months after the
DIRECTIVES dated July 1, 2016, may be used to effective date of this AD, do the actions
accomplish the actions required by this required by paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this
paragraph. Do all applicable corrective AD, as applicable, in accordance with the
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 actions before further flight. Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing
continues to read as follows:
(1) Do a general visual inspection of the Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 6,
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. wire bundles between Stations 1238.950 and dated July 1, 2016.
1361.000 to determine if wires touch the (1) Do a general visual inspection of the
§ 39.13 [Amended]
upper surface of the center upper auxiliary wire bundles at the applicable center upper
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by fuel tank, and mark the location, as auxiliary fuel tank locations to determine if
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) applicable. wires touch the upper surface of the fuel
(2) Do a detailed inspection for splices and tank, and mark the location as applicable.
2014–03–07, Amendment 39–17744 (79 damage of all wire bundles above the center (2) Do a detailed inspection of the wire
FR 9392, February 19, 2014), and adding upper auxiliary fuel tank between Stations bundles for splices and damage on the upper
the following new AD: 1218.950 and 1381.000. surface of the center upper auxiliary fuel tank
2018–07–20 The Boeing Company: (3) Do a detailed inspection for damage and fuel vapor barrier seal; install barrier/
Amendment 39–19251; Docket No. (burn marks) of the upper surface of the shield sleeving, clamping, and extruded
FAA–2017–0770; Product Identifier center upper auxiliary fuel tank. channels, as applicable; and do all applicable
2017–NM–030–AD. (4) Do a detailed inspection for damage
corrective actions before further flight; except
(burn marks) on the fuel vapor barrier seal.
(a) Effective Date as required by paragraph (k) of this AD.
(5) Install a nonmetallic barrier/shield
This AD is effective May 21, 2018. sleeving, new clamps, new attaching (j) New Requirements for Line Number 579
hardware, and a new extruded channel.
(b) Affected ADs For airplane Line Number 579: Within 60
(h) Retained Additional Inspections and months after the effective date of this AD, do
This AD replaces AD 2014–03–07,
Corrective Action, With Revised Service the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1)
Amendment 39–17744 (79 FR 9392, February
Information through (g)(5) of this AD, and do all
19, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–03–07’’).
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This paragraph restates the requirements of applicable corrective actions, in accordance
(c) Applicability paragraph (h) of AD 2014–03–07, with with the Accomplishment Instructions of
This AD applies to The Boeing Company revised service information. For airplanes in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126,
Model MD–11 and MD–11F airplanes, Group 1, Configuration 2; Group 2, Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016, except as
certificated in any category, as identified in Configuration 2; and Group 5, Configuration required by paragraph (k) of this AD. Do all
Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, 2; as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin applicable corrective actions before further
Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. MD11–28–126, Revision 4, dated November flight.
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(k) Exception to Service Information available at the addresses specified in Regulations for Preventing Collisions at
Specifications paragraphs (o)(6) and (o)(7) of this AD. Sea, 1972 (72 COLREGS), to reflect that
Where Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28– (o) Material Incorporated by Reference the Deputy Assistant Judge Advocate
126, Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009; Boeing General (DAJAG) (Admiralty and
Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 4, (1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference Maritime Law) has determined that USS
dated November 29, 2011; or Boeing Service WICHITA (LCS 13) is a vessel of the
Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 6, dated (IBR) of the service information listed in this
July 1, 2016; specifies to contact The Boeing paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Navy which, due to its special
Company for repair instructions: Before part 51. construction and purpose, cannot fully
further flight, repair the auxiliary fuel tank (2) You must use this service information comply with certain provisions of the 72
using a method approved in accordance with as applicable to do the actions required by COLREGS without interfering with its
the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
special function as a naval ship. The
this AD. (3) The following service information was
approved for IBR on May 21, 2018. intended effect of this rule is to warn
(l) Credit for Previous Actions (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, mariners in waters where 72 COLREGS
(1) This paragraph provides credit for Revision 6, dated July 1, 2016. apply.
actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, (ii) Reserved. DATES: This rule is effective April 16,
if those actions were performed before March (4) The following service information was 2018 and is applicable beginning April
26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03– approved for IBR on March 26, 2014 (79 FR
9392, February 19, 2014). 3, 2018.
07), using the service information specified
in paragraph (l)(1)(i) or (l)(1)(ii) of this AD. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
(i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, Revision 4, dated November 29, 2011. Lieutenant Commander Kyle Fralick,
Revision 2, dated November 18, 2010. (ii) Reserved. JAGC, U.S. Navy, Admiralty Attorney,
(ii) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, (5) The following service information was (Admiralty and Maritime Law), Office of
Revision 3, dated June 3, 2011. approved for IBR on February 4, 2010 (74 FR
69249, December 31, 2009). the Judge Advocate General, Department
(2) This paragraph provides credit for
actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, (i) Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28–126, of the Navy, 1322 Patterson Ave. SE,
if those actions were performed before March Revision 1, dated June 18, 2009. Suite 3000, Washington Navy Yard, DC
26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03– (ii) Reserved. 20374–5066, telephone number: 202–
07), using Boeing Service Bulletin MD11–28– (6) For service information identified in 685–5040.
126, Revision 3, dated June 3, 2011. this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Pursuant
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
(m) Alternative Methods of Compliance Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., to the authority granted in 33 U.S.C.
(AMOCs) MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; 1605, the DoN amends 32 CFR part 706.
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, telephone 562–797–1717; internet https:// This amendment provides notice that
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs www.myboeingfleet.com. the DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime
for this AD, if requested using the procedures (7) You may view this service information Law), under authority delegated by the
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
Secretary of the Navy, has certified that
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For USS WICHITA(LCS 13) is a vessel of the
principal inspector or local Flight Standards information on the availability of this
District Office, as appropriate. If sending material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
Navy which, due to its special
information directly to the manager of the (8) You may view this service information construction and purpose, cannot fully
certification office, send it to the attention of that is incorporated by reference at the comply with the following specific
the person identified in paragraph (n)(1) of National Archives and Records provisions of 72 COLREGS without
this AD. Information may be emailed to: Administration (NARA). For information on interfering with its special function as a
9ANM-LAACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. the availability of this material at NARA, call naval ship: Annex I paragraph 2(a)(i),
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
pertaining to the height of the forward
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- masthead light above the hull and
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager locations.html.
of the local flight standards district office/ Annex I; and paragraph 3(a), pertaining
certificate holding district office. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on to the location of the forward masthead
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable March 29, 2018. light in the forward quarter of the ship,
level of safety may be used for any repair, Chris Spangenberg, and the horizontal distance between the
modification, or alteration required by this Acting Director, System Oversight Division, forward and after masthead light. The
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Aircraft Certification Service. DAJAG (Admiralty and Maritime Law)
Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has [FR Doc. 2018–07638 Filed 4–13–18; 8:45 am] has also certified that the lights
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles BILLING CODE 4910–13–P involved are located in closest possible
ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be compliance with the applicable 72
approved, the repair method, modification COLREGS requirements.
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE Moreover, it has been determined, in
the certification basis of the airplane, and the accordance with 32 CFR parts 296 and
approval must specifically refer to this AD. Department of the Navy 701, that publication of this amendment
(4) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2014–03–07 are approved as AMOCs for the
for public comment prior to adoption is
corresponding provisions of this AD. 32 CFR Part 706 impracticable, unnecessary, and
contrary to public interest since it is
(n) Related Information Certifications and Exemptions Under based on technical findings that the
(1) For more information about this AD, the International Regulations for placement of lights on this vessel in a
contact Samuel Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972 manner differently from that prescribed
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Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO herein will adversely affect the vessel’s
Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, AGENCY: Department of the Navy, DoD.
Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627– ACTION: Final rule. ability to perform its military functions.
5262; fax: 562–627–5210; email: samuel.lee@ List of Subjects in 32 CFR Part 706
faa.gov. SUMMARY: The Department of the Navy
(2) Service information identified in this (DoN) is amending its certifications and Marine safety, Navigation (water),
AD that is not incorporated by reference is exemptions under the International Vessels.
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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 | Samuel Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5262; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 16194 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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