83 FR 19615 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 87 (May 4, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 87 (May 4, 2018)
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 87 (Friday, May 4, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 19615-19617] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-09218] [[Page 19615]] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0776; Product Identifier 2017-NM-062-AD; Amendment 39-19264; AD 2018-09-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the frame web common to the stringer ties adjacent to the air-conditioning support brackets. This AD requires an inspection of the frame for any air- conditioning bracket assembly or intercostal, and, depending on the results, repetitive inspections of the frame web for cracking of certain locations, and applicable on-condition actions. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective June 8, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of June 8, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th Street, 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- 0776. 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- 0776; 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: George Garrido, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5232; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on August 15, 2017 (82 FR 38623). The NPRM was prompted by reports of cracks in the frame web common to the stringer ties adjacent to the air-conditioning support brackets. The NPRM proposed to require an inspection for any air-conditioning bracket assembly or intercostal, and, depending on the results, repetitive inspections for cracking of certain locations, and applicable on- condition actions. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the frame web common to the stringer ties adjacent to the air-conditioning support brackets, which could result in a severed frame, and, in combination with potential multiple site damage (MSD) at the stringer S-10 lap splice or chem-milled skin cracks, could result in possible rapid decompression and loss of structural integrity of the airplane. 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. Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the supplemental type certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not affect the actions specified in the NPRM. We concur with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of the proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this AD to state that installation of STC ST01219SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. Request for Clarification of the Unsafe Condition and Inspection Area Boeing requested that we revise the preamble of the NPRM and paragraph (e) of the proposed AD to clarify the unsafe condition. Boeing also requested that we revise paragraph (i) of the proposed AD to clarify the type of cracking (frame web cracking) and the inspection area (frame web common to the stringer ties). The commenter mentioned that without these clarifications the specific wording could be misleading. We agree that clarification is necessary for the reasons provided by the commenter and have revised this AD accordingly. Request To Update Responsible ACO Branch Boeing requested that we change all references to the Seattle ACO Branch to refer to the Los Angeles ACO Branch. Boeing pointed out that responsibility for The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and - 500 series airplanes has changed to the Los Angeles ACO Branch. We agree for the reasons provided by the commenter and have revised this AD accordingly. 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 addressing the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final rule. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017. This service information describes procedures for an inspection of the frame for any air-conditioning bracket assembly or intercostal, repetitive inspections of the frame web for [[Page 19616]] cracking of certain locations, and applicable on-condition actions. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 302 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 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections.................. 27 work-hours x $85 $0 $2,295 per $693,090 per per hour = $2,295 inspection cycle. inspection cycle. per inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and associated appliances 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): 2018-09-08 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19264; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0776; Product Identifier 2017-NM-062-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective June 8, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, - 400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/EBD1CEC7B301293E86257CB30045557A?OpenDocument&Highlight=st01219se) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the frame web common to the stringer ties adjacent to the air-conditioning support brackets. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the frame web common to the stringer ties adjacent to the air- conditioning support brackets, which could result in a severed frame, and, in combination with potential multiple site damage (MSD) at the stringer S-10 lap splice or chem-milled skin cracks, could result in possible rapid decompression and loss of structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions Except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD: At the applicable times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017, do all applicable actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017. (h) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017, uses the phrase ``after the original issue date of this service bulletin,'' for purposes of determining compliance with the requirements of this AD, the phrase ``after the effective date of this AD'' applies. [[Page 19617]] (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017, specifies contacting Boeing, and specifies that action as RC: This AD requires using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (i) Terminating Action for Repetitive Inspections Accomplishment of a reinforcement repair for a frame web crack at the stringer tie location using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD terminates the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD for the repaired stringer tie location only, provided the crack is removed or trimmed out from the stringer tie holes. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures 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 (k) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO 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) Except as required by paragraph (h)(2) of this AD: For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (k) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact George Garrido, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627- 5232; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1363, dated April 7, 2017. (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 Street, 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 April 20, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-09218 Filed 5-3-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION information. The address for Docket AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is STC ST01219SE is installed, a ‘‘change
Federal Aviation Administration Docket Operations, U.S. Department of in product’’ alternative method of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– compliance (AMOC) approval request is
14 CFR Part 39 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room not necessary to comply with the
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0776; Product W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
Identifier 2017–NM–062–AD; Amendment Washington, DC 20590.
Request for Clarification of the Unsafe
39–19264; AD 2018–09–08] FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Condition and Inspection Area
RIN 2120–AA64
George Garrido, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles Boeing requested that we revise the
ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount preamble of the NPRM and paragraph
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; (e) of the proposed AD to clarify the
Company Airplanes
phone: 562–627–5232; fax: 562–627– unsafe condition. Boeing also requested
AGENCY: Federal Aviation 5210; email: george.garrido@faa.gov. that we revise paragraph (i) of the
Administration (FAA), DOT. proposed AD to clarify the type of
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: cracking (frame web cracking) and the
ACTION: Final rule.
Discussion inspection area (frame web common to
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new the stringer ties). The commenter
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain We issued a notice of proposed mentioned that without these
The Boeing Company Model 737–200, rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR clarifications the specific wording could
–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. part 39 by adding an AD that would be misleading.
This AD was prompted by reports of apply to certain The Boeing Company We agree that clarification is
cracks in the frame web common to the Model 737–200, –300, –400, and –500 necessary for the reasons provided by
stringer ties adjacent to the air- series airplanes. The NPRM published the commenter and have revised this
conditioning support brackets. This AD in the Federal Register on August 15, AD accordingly.
requires an inspection of the frame for 2017 (82 FR 38623). The NPRM was
prompted by reports of cracks in the Request To Update Responsible ACO
any air-conditioning bracket assembly
frame web common to the stringer ties Branch
or intercostal, and, depending on the
results, repetitive inspections of the adjacent to the air-conditioning support Boeing requested that we change all
frame web for cracking of certain brackets. The NPRM proposed to require references to the Seattle ACO Branch to
locations, and applicable on-condition an inspection for any air-conditioning refer to the Los Angeles ACO Branch.
actions. We are issuing this AD to bracket assembly or intercostal, and, Boeing pointed out that responsibility
address the unsafe condition on these depending on the results, repetitive for The Boeing Company Model 737–
products. inspections for cracking of certain 200, –300, –400, and –500 series
locations, and applicable on-condition airplanes has changed to the Los
DATES: This AD is effective June 8, 2018. actions. Angeles ACO Branch.
The Director of the Federal Register We are issuing this AD to detect and We agree for the reasons provided by
approved the incorporation by reference correct cracks in the frame web common the commenter and have revised this
of a certain publication listed in this AD to the stringer ties adjacent to the air- AD accordingly.
as of June 8, 2018. conditioning support brackets, which
ADDRESSES: For service information could result in a severed frame, and, in Conclusion
identified in this final rule, contact combination with potential multiple site We reviewed the relevant data,
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, damage (MSD) at the stringer S–10 lap considered the comments received, and
Attention: Contractual & Data Services splice or chem-milled skin cracks, could determined that air safety and the
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC result in possible rapid decompression public interest require adopting this
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; and loss of structural integrity of the final rule with the changes described
telephone: 562–797–1717; internet: airplane. previously and minor editorial changes.
https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You We have determined that these minor
may view this service information at the Comments
changes:
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 We gave the public the opportunity to • Are consistent with the intent that
South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA. participate in developing this final rule. was proposed in the NPRM for
For information on the availability of The following presents the comments addressing the unsafe condition; and
this material at the FAA, call 206–231– received on the NPRM and the FAA’s • Do not add any additional burden
3195. It is also available on the internet response to each comment. upon the public than was already
at http://www.regulations.gov by proposed in the NPRM.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
searching for and locating Docket No. We also determined that these
of the Proposed Actions
FAA–2017–0776. changes will not increase the economic
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that burden on any operator or increase the
Examining the AD Docket accomplishing the supplemental type scope of this final rule.
You may examine the AD docket on certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not
the internet at http:// affect the actions specified in the Related Service Information Under
www.regulations.gov by searching for NPRM. 1 CFR Part 51
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– We concur with the commenter. We We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
0776; or in person at Docket Operations have redesignated paragraph (c) of the Bulletin 737–53A1363, dated April 7,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this 2017. This service information describes
through Friday, except Federal holidays. AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this procedures for an inspection of the
The AD docket contains this final rule, AD to state that installation of STC frame for any air-conditioning bracket
the regulatory evaluation, any ST01219SE does not affect the ability to assembly or intercostal, repetitive
comments received, and other accomplish the actions required by this inspections of the frame web for
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cracking of certain locations, and course of business or by the means Costs of Compliance
applicable on-condition actions. This identified in the ADDRESSES section. We estimate that this AD affects 302
service information is reasonably airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
available because the interested parties the following costs to comply with this
have access to it through their normal AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspections ............................. 27 work-hours × $85 per hour $0 $2,295 per inspection cycle ... $693,090 per inspection
= $2,295 per inspection cycle.
cycle.
We have received no definitive data For the reasons discussed above, I (2) Installation of Supplemental Type
that would enable us to provide cost certify that this AD: Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (http://rgl.faa.
estimates for the on-condition actions (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
specified in this AD. action’’ under Executive Order 12866, rgstc.nsf/0/EBD1CEC7B301293E86257CB300
45557A?OpenDocument&Highlight=
Authority for This Rulemaking (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under st01219se) does not affect the ability to
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures accomplish the actions required by this AD.
Title 49 of the United States Code (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), Therefore, for airplanes on which STC
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation ST01219SE is installed, a ‘‘change in
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, in Alaska, and product’’ alternative method of compliance
section 106, describes the authority of (4) Will not have a significant (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: economic impact, positive or negative, comply with the requirements of 14 CFR
Aviation Programs, describes in more on a substantial number of small entities 39.17.
detail the scope of the Agency’s under the criteria of the Regulatory
authority. (d) Subject
Flexibility Act.
We are issuing this rulemaking under Air Transport Association (ATA) of
the authority described in Subtitle VII, List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 America Code 53, Fuselage.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (e) Unsafe Condition
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
safety, Incorporation by reference, This AD was prompted by reports of cracks
section, Congress charges the FAA with
Safety. in the frame web common to the stringer ties
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in adjacent to the air-conditioning support
air commerce by prescribing regulations Adoption of the Amendment brackets. We are issuing this AD to detect
for practices, methods, and procedures and correct cracks in the frame web common
Accordingly, under the authority
the Administrator finds necessary for to the stringer ties adjacent to the air-
delegated to me by the Administrator,
safety in air commerce. This regulation conditioning support brackets, which could
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
is within the scope of that authority result in a severed frame, and, in
follows: combination with potential multiple site
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on damage (MSD) at the stringer S–10 lap splice
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS or chem-milled skin cracks, could result in
products identified in this rulemaking DIRECTIVES possible rapid decompression and loss of
action.
structural integrity of the airplane.
This AD is issued in accordance with ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
authority delegated by the Executive continues to read as follows: (f) Compliance
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, Comply with this AD within the
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. compliance times specified, unless already
In accordance with that order, issuance § 39.13 [Amended] done.
of ADs is normally a function of the (g) Required Actions
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
Compliance and Airworthiness
the following new airworthiness Except as required by paragraph (h) of this
Division, but during this transition
directive (AD): AD: At the applicable times specified in
period, the Executive Director has paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
delegated the authority to issue ADs 2018–09–08 The Boeing Company:
Amendment 39–19264; Docket No. Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1363, dated
applicable to transport category April 7, 2017, do all applicable actions
airplanes and associated appliances to FAA–2017–0776; Product Identifier
2017–NM–062–AD. identified as ‘‘RC’’ (required for compliance)
the Director of the System Oversight in, and in accordance with, the
Division. (a) Effective Date Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
This AD is effective June 8, 2018. Service Bulletin 737–53A1363, dated April 7,
Regulatory Findings 2017.
This AD will not have federalism (b) Affected ADs
(h) Exceptions to Service Information
implications under Executive Order None.
Specifications
13132. This AD will not have a
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
(c) Applicability (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
substantial direct effect on the States, on 737–53A1363, dated April 7, 2017, uses the
(1) This AD applies to The Boeing
the relationship between the national Company Model 737–200, –300, –400, and phrase ‘‘after the original issue date of this
government and the States, or on the –500 series airplanes, certificated in any service bulletin,’’ for purposes of determining
distribution of power and category, as identified in Boeing Alert compliance with the requirements of this AD,
responsibilities among the various Service Bulletin 737–53A1363, dated April 7, the phrase ‘‘after the effective date of this
levels of government. 2017. AD’’ applies.
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(2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, extending upward from 700 feet above
737–53A1363, dated April 7, 2017, specifies Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627– the surface. Also, this action updates the
contacting Boeing, and specifies that action 5232; fax: 562–627–5210; email: airport’s geographic coordinates for the
as RC: This AD requires using a method george.garrido@faa.gov.
approved in accordance with the procedures
associated Class D and E airspace areas
specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference to reflect the FAA’s current aeronautical
(1) The Director of the Federal Register database. Additionally, reference to the
(i) Terminating Action for Repetitive approved the incorporation by reference Pocatello VHF Omnidirectional Range/
Inspections (IBR) of the service information listed in this Tactical Air Navigation (VORTAC) is
Accomplishment of a reinforcement repair paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR removed from the Class E airspace
for a frame web crack at the stringer tie part 51. extending upward from 700 feet above
location using a method approved in (2) You must use this service information
accordance with the procedures specified in
the surface description. This action
as applicable to do the actions required by
paragraph (j) of this AD terminates the enhances the safety and management of
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
repetitive inspections required by paragraph (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737– instrument flight rules (IFR) operations
(g) of this AD for the repaired stringer tie 53A1363, dated April 7, 2017. at the airport.
location only, provided the crack is removed (ii) Reserved. DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, July 19,
or trimmed out from the stringer tie holes. (3) For Boeing service information 2018. The Director of the Federal
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance identified in this AD, contact Boeing Register approves this incorporation by
(AMOCs) Commercial Airplanes, Attention: reference action under Title 1, Code of
Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Federal Regulations, part 51, subject to
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, Westminster Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs the annual revision of FAA Order
Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone: 562–797–
for this AD, if requested using the procedures 1717; internet: https:// 7400.11 and publication of conforming
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with www.myboeingfleet.com. amendments.
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your (4) You may view this service information ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11B,
principal inspector or local Flight Standards
District Office, as appropriate. If sending
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, Airspace Designations and Reporting
2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA. Points, and subsequent amendments can
information directly to the manager of the
For information on the availability of this be viewed online at http://www.faa.gov/
certification office, send it to the attention of
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. air_traffic/publications/. For further
the person identified in paragraph (k) of this
(5) You may view this service information
AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-
that is incorporated by reference at the
information, you can contact the
LAACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation
National Archives and Records
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, Administration, 800 Independence
Administration (NARA). For information on
notify your appropriate principal inspector, Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591;
the availability of this material at NARA, call
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is
certificate holding district office. www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- also available for inspection at the
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable locations.html. National Archives and Records
level of safety may be used for any repair, Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on Administration (NARA). For
modification, or alteration required by this April 20, 2018. information on the availability of this
AD if it is approved by the Boeing Michael Kaszycki, material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030,
Commercial Airplanes Organization or go to https://www.archives.gov/
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Aircraft Certification Service.
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace
ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be [FR Doc. 2018–09218 Filed 5–3–18; 8:45 am]
approved, the repair method, modification BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Designations and Reporting Points, is
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet published yearly and effective on
the certification basis of the airplane, and the September 15.
approval must specifically refer to this AD. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
(4) Except as required by paragraph (h)(2) Clark, Federal Aviation Administration,
of this AD: For service information that Federal Aviation Administration Operations Support Group, Western
contains steps that are labeled as RC, the Service Center, 2200 S. 216th Street, Des
provisions of paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(ii)
14 CFR Part 71 Moines, WA 98198; telephone (206)
of this AD apply.
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including [Docket No. FAA–2017–0855; Airspace 231–2253.
substeps under an RC step and any figures Docket No. 17–ANM–17] SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
identified in an RC step, must be done to
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is RIN 2120–AA66 Authority for This Rulemaking
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC The FAA’s authority to issue rules
requirement is removed from that step or Amendment of Class D and E Airspace regarding aviation safety is found in
substep. An AMOC is required for any and Revocation of Class E Airspace; Title 49 of the United States Code.
deviations to RC steps, including substeps Pocatello, ID Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the
and identified figures.
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be AGENCY: Federal Aviation authority of the FAA Administrator.
deviated from using accepted methods in Administration (FAA), DOT. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
accordance with the operator’s maintenance ACTION: Final rule. describes in more detail the scope of the
or inspection program without obtaining agency’s authority. This rulemaking is
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, SUMMARY: This action amends promulgated under the authority
including substeps and identified figures, can controlled airspace at Pocatello Regional described in Subtitle VII, Part A,
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
still be done as specified, and the airplane Airport, Pocatello, ID, by amending Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that
can be put back in an airworthy condition. Class D airspace and Class E airspace section, the FAA is charged with
(k) Related Information designated as a surface area; removing prescribing regulations to assign the use
For more information about this AD, Class E airspace designated as an of airspace necessary to ensure the
contact George Garrido, Aerospace Engineer, extension to a Class D or E surface area; safety of aircraft and the efficient use of
Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO and amending Class E airspace airspace. This regulation is within the
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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 June 8, 2018. | |
| Contact | George Garrido, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5232; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 19615 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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