83 FR 19925 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 88 (May 7, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 88 (May 7, 2018)
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 88 (Monday, May 7, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 19925-19928] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-09280] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-1245; Product Identifier 2017-NM-099-AD; Amendment 39-19266; AD 2018-09-09] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A318 series airplanes and Model A319 series airplanes; all Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and all Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicating that the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at certain areas of the left- and right-hand wings are subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD). This AD requires modifying the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at certain areas of the left- and right-hand wings. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective June 11, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of June 11, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; internet: http://www.airbus.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-1245. 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- 1245; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223. 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 Airbus Model A318 series airplanes and Model A319 series airplanes; all Model A320-211, - 212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and all Model A321- 111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on January 12, 2018 (83 FR 1579) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by an evaluation by the DAH indicating that the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at certain areas of the left- and right-hand wings are subject to WFD. The NPRM proposed to require modifying the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at certain areas of the left- and right-hand wings. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue cracking in the stringer attachment holes of the wings, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the wings. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2017-0117, dated July 7, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A318 series airplanes and Model A319 series [[Page 19926]] airplanes; all Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and all Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The MCAI states: Within the scope of work of service life extension for A320 aeroplanes and of widespread fatigue damage evaluations, it has been determined that a structural modification is required to allow the aeroplanes to continue operation up to the limit of validity (LoV). This condition, if not corrected, may affect the structural integrity of the wing. To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus issued [service bulletin] SB A320-57-1208, providing instructions to oversize the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at Rib 2 to Rib 7 (inclusive). For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD requires modification of the affected holes. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 1245. 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. United Airlines agreed with the intent of the NPRM. Request To Clarify Applicability Allegiant Air asked that we clarify the manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) identified in the applicability section of the proposed AD. Allegiant Air stated that the effectivity specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016, identifies airplanes up to and including MSN 7493, and asked about airplanes having MSNs higher than 7493. Allegiant Air noted that it has 11 Model A320 airplanes with MSNs outside those listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016. Allegiant Air added that it understands the AD takes precedence over the service information, but there are several configurations listed therein. Allegiant Air also added that since the MSNs in question are not listed in the effectivity of the service information, an operator with an MSN outside the effectivity will not know which modification kit to order. We agree to clarify. The effectivity in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016, does not include all MSNs for Model A320 airplanes, and the applicability specified in paragraph (c) of this AD includes all MSNs for Model A320 airplanes, except for airplanes having certain modifications. We acknowledge that the referenced service information may not be adequate for certain airplane configurations. Therefore, we have revised paragraph (g) of this AD to provide an option for doing the modification, including identification of the appropriate modification kit, using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). In addition, Airbus has informed us that Revision 1 of the referenced service information will expand the effectivity to include MSNs up to 8555. Airbus has also informed us that, upon request, it will issue a technical adaptation as an interim method of compliance until a revised service bulletin is issued. 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 correcting 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 Airbus has issued Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016. This service information describes procedures for modifying the stringer attachments at rib 2 through rib 7 of the left- and right-hand wings. The modification includes oversizing the holes, doing an eddy current inspection of the affected holes for damage, and repair. 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 1,136 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Modification (by oversizing and 125 work-hours x $85 per $26,260 $36,885 $41,901,360 doing eddy current inspection). hour = $10,625. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on [[Page 19927]] 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 the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. 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): 2018-09-09 Airbus: Amendment 39-19266; Docket No. FAA-2017-1245; Product Identifier 2017-NM-099-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective June 11, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Model A318-111, -112, -121, and -122 airplanes; Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and - 133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and - 233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, - 231, and -232 airplanes; certificated in any category; all manufacturer serial numbers, except airplanes specified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (1) Model A318 series airplanes on which Airbus Modification (Mod) 39195 has been embodied in production or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-00-1219 has been embodied in service. (2) Model A319 series airplanes on which Airbus Mod 28238, Mod 28162, and Mod 28342 have been embodied in production. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder indicating that the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at rib 2 through rib 7 of the left- and right- hand wings are subject to widespread fatigue damage. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue cracking in the stringer attachment holes of the wings, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the wings. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Modification Before reaching the upper limit, but not before reaching the lower limit, as defined in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD, as applicable: Modify the holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer attachments at rib 2 through rib 7 inclusive, on the left- and right-hand wings by oversizing the holes, doing eddy current inspections of the holes for damage, and repairing any damage found before further flight, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016, except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD; or using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR07MY18.026 [[Page 19928]] (h) Service Information Exception Where Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016, specifies to contact Airbus for appropriate action, and specifies that action as ``RC'' (Required for Compliance): Before further flight, accomplish corrective actions in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. (i) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards 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 International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to [email protected]. 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. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of this AD, for any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD: If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified 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 procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0117, dated July 7, 2017, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-1245. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1208, dated November 21, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: [email protected]; internet: http://www.airbus.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on April 20, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-09280 Filed 5-4-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(k) Related Information Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on April http://www.regulations.gov by searching
For more information about this AD, 19, 2018. for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
contact William O. Herderich, Aerospace Melvin Johnson, 1245.
Engineer, Atlanta ACO Branch, FAA, 1701 Deputy Director, Policy and Innovation
Columbia Avenue, College Park, Georgia Division, Aircraft Certification Service. Examining the AD Docket
30337; phone: (404) 474–5547; fax: (404) [FR Doc. 2018–08956 Filed 5–4–18; 8:45 am] You may examine the AD docket on
474–5605; email: william.o.herderich@ the internet at http://
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faa.gov. www.regulations.gov by searching for
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
(1) The Director of the Federal Register DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 1245; or in person at the Docket
approved the incorporation by reference Management Facility between 9 a.m.
(IBR) of the service information listed in this Federal Aviation Administration and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR except Federal holidays. The AD docket
part 51. 14 CFR Part 39 contains this AD, the regulatory
(2) You must use this service information evaluation, any comments received, and
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1245; Product
as applicable to do the actions required by other information. The street address for
Identifier 2017–NM–099–AD; Amendment
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
39–19266; AD 2018–09–09]
(i) Gulfstream G350 Customer Bulletin
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Number 192A, dated June 15, 2017, that RIN 2120–AA64
incorporates Appendix A, Gulfstream U.S. Department of Transportation,
Document GIV–SGER–553, Revision A, Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Docket Operations, M–30, West
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness for Airplanes Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
Gulfstream Repair Drawing SE05732102, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
dated December 14, 2016. AGENCY: Federal Aviation Washington, DC 20590.
(ii) Gulfstream G450 Customer Bulletin Administration (FAA), Department of FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
192A, dated June 15, 2017, that incorporates Transportation (DOT). Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
Appendix A, Gulfstream Document GIV–
ACTION: Final rule. International Section, Transport
SGER–553, Revision A, Instructions for
Continued Airworthiness for Gulfstream Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
Repair Drawing SE05732102, dated
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain telephone and fax 206–231–3223.
December 14, 2016.
(iii) Gulfstream IV Customer Bulletin Airbus Model A318 series airplanes and
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Number 238A, dated June 15, 2017, that Model A319 series airplanes; all Model
incorporates Appendix A, Gulfstream A320–211, –212, –214, –216, –231, Discussion
Document GIV–SGER–553, Revision A, –232, and –233 airplanes; and all Model We issued a notice of proposed
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness for A321–111, –112, –131, –211, –212, rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
Gulfstream Repair Drawing SE05732102, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes. This AD part 39 by adding an AD that would
dated December 14, 2016. was prompted by an evaluation by the
(iv) Gulfstream G300 Customer Bulletin apply to certain Airbus Model A318
design approval holder (DAH) series airplanes and Model A319 series
Number 238A, dated June 15, 2017, that indicating that the holes of the upper
incorporates Appendix A, Gulfstream airplanes; all Model A320–211, –212,
cleat to upper stringer attachments at –214, –216, –231, –232, and –233
Document GIV–SGER–553, Revision A,
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness for
certain areas of the left- and right-hand airplanes; and all Model A321–111,
Gulfstream Repair Drawing SE05732102, wings are subject to widespread fatigue –112, –131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and
dated December 14, 2016. damage (WFD). This AD requires –232 airplanes. The NPRM published in
(v) Gulfstream G400 Customer Bulletin modifying the holes of the upper cleat the Federal Register on January 12,
Number 238A, dated June 15, 2017, that to upper stringer attachments at certain 2018 (83 FR 1579) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The
incorporates Appendix A, Gulfstream areas of the left- and right-hand wings. NPRM was prompted by an evaluation
Document GIV–SGER–553, Revision A, We are issuing this AD to address the
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness for by the DAH indicating that the holes of
unsafe condition on these products. the upper cleat to upper stringer
Gulfstream Repair Drawing SE05732102,
DATES: This AD is effective June 11, attachments at certain areas of the left-
dated December 14, 2016.
(3) For Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation 2018. and right-hand wings are subject to
service information identified in this AD, The Director of the Federal Register WFD. The NPRM proposed to require
contact Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, approved the incorporation by reference modifying the holes of the upper cleat
P.O. Box 2206, Savannah, Georgia 31402– of a certain publication listed in this AD to upper stringer attachments at certain
2206; telephone: (800) 810–4853; fax 912– as of June 11, 2018. areas of the left- and right-hand wings.
965–3520; email: pubs@gulfstream.com;
ADDRESSES: For service information We are issuing this AD to prevent
internet: http://www.gulfstream.com/
product_support/technical_pubs/pubs/ identified in this final rule, contact fatigue cracking in the stringer
index.htm. Airbus, Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1 attachment holes of the wings, which
(4) You may view this service information Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 could result in reduced structural
at FAA, Policy and Innovation Division, 901 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 integrity of the wings.
Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; The European Aviation Safety Agency
information on the availability of this email: account.airworth-eas@ (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
material at the FAA, call (816) 329–4148. airbus.com; internet: http:// for the Member States of the European
(5) You may view this service information www.airbus.com. You may view this Union, has issued EASA AD 2017–0117,
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that is incorporated by reference at the
referenced service information at the dated July 7, 2017 (referred to after this
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 as the Mandatory Continuing
the availability of this material at NARA, call South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// information on the availability of this MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. for certain Airbus Model A318 series
locations.html. It is also available on the internet at airplanes and Model A319 series
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airplanes; all Model A320–211, –212, November 21, 2016, identifies airplanes also informed us that, upon request, it
–214, –216, –231, –232, and –233 up to and including MSN 7493, and will issue a technical adaptation as an
airplanes; and all Model A321–111, asked about airplanes having MSNs interim method of compliance until a
–112, –131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and higher than 7493. Allegiant Air noted revised service bulletin is issued.
–232 airplanes. The MCAI states: that it has 11 Model A320 airplanes
Conclusion
Within the scope of work of service life with MSNs outside those listed in
extension for A320 aeroplanes and of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1208, We reviewed the relevant data,
widespread fatigue damage evaluations, it dated November 21, 2016. Allegiant Air considered the comments received, and
has been determined that a structural added that it understands the AD takes determined that air safety and the
modification is required to allow the precedence over the service public interest require adopting this AD
aeroplanes to continue operation up to the information, but there are several as proposed except for minor editorial
limit of validity (LoV). configurations listed therein. Allegiant changes. We have determined that these
This condition, if not corrected, may affect Air also added that since the MSNs in minor changes:
the structural integrity of the wing.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
question are not listed in the effectivity • Are consistent with the intent that
Airbus issued [service bulletin] SB A320–57– of the service information, an operator was proposed in the NPRM for
1208, providing instructions to oversize the with an MSN outside the effectivity will correcting the unsafe condition; and
holes of the upper cleat to upper stringer not know which modification kit to • Do not add any additional burden
attachments at Rib 2 to Rib 7 (inclusive). order. upon the public than was already
For the reason described above, this We agree to clarify. The effectivity in proposed in the NPRM.
[EASA] AD requires modification of the Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1208,
affected holes. dated November 21, 2016, does not Related Service Information Under 1
include all MSNs for Model A320 CFR Part 51
You may examine the MCAI in the
AD docket on the internet at http:// airplanes, and the applicability Airbus has issued Airbus Service
www.regulations.gov by searching for specified in paragraph (c) of this AD Bulletin A320–57–1208, dated
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– includes all MSNs for Model A320 November 21, 2016. This service
1245. airplanes, except for airplanes having information describes procedures for
certain modifications. We acknowledge modifying the stringer attachments at
Comments that the referenced service information rib 2 through rib 7 of the left- and right-
We gave the public the opportunity to may not be adequate for certain airplane hand wings. The modification includes
participate in developing this AD. The configurations. Therefore, we have oversizing the holes, doing an eddy
following presents the comments revised paragraph (g) of this AD to current inspection of the affected holes
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s provide an option for doing the for damage, and repair. This service
response to each comment. United modification, including identification of information is reasonably available
Airlines agreed with the intent of the the appropriate modification kit, using a because the interested parties have
NPRM. method approved by the Manager, access to it through their normal course
International Section, Transport of business or by the means identified
Request To Clarify Applicability Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or in the ADDRESSES section.
Allegiant Air asked that we clarify the Airbus’s EASA Design Organization
Costs of Compliance
manufacturer serial numbers (MSNs) Approval (DOA).
identified in the applicability section of In addition, Airbus has informed us We estimate that this AD affects 1,136
the proposed AD. Allegiant Air stated that Revision 1 of the referenced service airplanes of U.S. registry.
that the effectivity specified in Airbus information will expand the effectivity We estimate the following costs to
Service Bulletin A320–57–1208, dated to include MSNs up to 8555. Airbus has comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Modification (by oversizing and doing eddy 125 work-hours × $85 per hour = $10,625 .... $26,260 $36,885 $41,901,360
current inspection).
We have received no definitive data Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
that would enable us to provide cost ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that In accordance with that order, issuance
estimates for the on-condition actions section, Congress charges the FAA with of ADs is normally a function of the
specified in this AD. promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Compliance and Airworthiness
air commerce by prescribing regulations Division, but during this transition
Authority for This Rulemaking
for practices, methods, and procedures period, the Executive Director has
Title 49 of the United States Code the Administrator finds necessary for delegated the authority to issue ADs
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue safety in air commerce. This regulation applicable to transport category
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, is within the scope of that authority airplanes to the Director of the System
section 106, describes the authority of
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because it addresses an unsafe condition Oversight Division.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: that is likely to exist or develop on
Aviation Programs, describes in more Regulatory Findings
products identified in this rulemaking
detail the scope of the Agency’s action. We determined that this AD will not
authority. This AD is issued in accordance with have federalism implications under
We are issuing this rulemaking under authority delegated by the Executive Executive Order 13132. This AD will
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Director, Aircraft Certification Service, not have a substantial direct effect on
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(h) Service Information Exception (k) Material Incorporated by Reference DATES: This AD becomes effective June
Where Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57– (1) The Director of the Federal Register 11, 2018.
1208, dated November 21, 2016, specifies to approved the incorporation by reference ADDRESSES: For service information
contact Airbus for appropriate action, and (IBR) of the service information listed in this
identified in this final rule, contact
specifies that action as ‘‘RC’’ (Required for paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51. Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 40220
Compliance): Before further flight,
accomplish corrective actions in accordance (2) You must use this service information Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 59 74 40
with the procedures specified in paragraph as applicable to do the actions required by 00; fax: (33) 05 59 74 45 15. You may
(i)(2) of this AD. this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. view this service information at the
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1208, FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions dated November 21, 2016. Branch, 1200 District Avenue,
The following provisions also apply to this (ii) Reserved. Burlington, MA. For information on the
AD: (3) For service information identified in availability of this material at the FAA,
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness
call 781–238–7759. It is also available
(AMOCs): The Manager, International Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; on the internet at http://
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, www.regulations.gov by searching for
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61
93 44 51; email: account.airworth-eas@ and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
AD, if requested using the procedures found
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR airbus.com; internet: http://www.airbus.com. 0838.
39.19, send your request to your principal (4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, Examining the AD Docket
inspector or local Flight Standards District
Office, as appropriate. If sending information 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For You may examine the AD docket on
directly to the International Section, send it information on the availability of this the internet at http://
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
to the attention of the person identified in
(5) You may view this service information
www.regulations.gov by searching for
paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. Information may and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
that is incorporated by reference at the
be emailed to 9-ANM-116-AMOC- 0838; or in person at the Docket
National Archives and Records
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any Management Facility between 9 a.m.
Administration (NARA). For information on
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
the availability of this material at NARA, call
principal inspector, or lacking a principal 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// except Federal holidays. The AD docket
inspector, the manager of the local flight www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
standards district office/certificate holding contains this AD, the mandatory
locations.html. continuing airworthiness information
district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on (MCAI), the regulatory evaluation, any
effective date of this AD, for any requirement April 20, 2018. comments received, and other
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from Michael Kaszycki, information. The address for Docket
a manufacturer, the action must be Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
accomplished using a method approved by Aircraft Certification Service. Docket Operations, U.S. Department of
the Manager, International Section, Transport [FR Doc. 2018–09280 Filed 5–4–18; 8:45 am] Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved by the W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
DOA, the approval must include the DOA-
Washington, DC 20590.
authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
as required by paragraph (h) of this AD: If Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, ECO
Federal Aviation Administration
any service information contains procedures Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue;
or tests that are identified as RC, those phone: 781–238–7754; fax: 781–238–
procedures and tests must be done to comply 14 CFR Part 39
7199; email: robert.green@faa.gov.
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are
not identified as RC are recommended. Those [Docket No. FAA–2017–0838; Product SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
procedures and tests that are not identified Identifier 2017–NE–33–AD; Amendment 39–
19275; AD 2018–10–01]
Discussion
as RC may be deviated from using accepted
methods in accordance with the operator’s We issued a notice of proposed
maintenance or inspection program without RIN 2120–AA64 rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided part 39 by adding an AD that would
the procedures and tests identified as RC can Airworthiness Directives; Safran apply to all Safran Helicopter Engines,
be done and the airplane can be put back in Helicopter Engines, S.A., Turboshaft S.A., Arriel 2E turboshaft engines. The
an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or Engines NPRM published in the Federal
changes to procedures or tests identified as
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Register on November 3, 2017 (82 FR
RC require approval of an AMOC.
Administration (FAA), DOT. 51170). The NPRM was prompted by
(j) Related Information reports of ruptured front support pins
ACTION: Final rule.
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing on the accessory gearbox front support.
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD SUMMARY: We are adopting a new The NPRM proposed to require
2017–0117, dated July 7, 2017, for related airworthiness directive (AD) for all replacement of the accessory gearbox
information. This MCAI may be found in the Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel front support. We are issuing this AD to
AD docket on the internet at http:// 2E turboshaft engines. This AD was address the unsafe condition on these
www.regulations.gov by searching for and products.
prompted by reports of ruptured front
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
locating Docket No. FAA–2017–1245.
(2) For more information about this AD,
support pins on the accessory gearbox The European Aviation Safety Agency
contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, front support. This AD requires (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
International Section, Transport Standards replacement of the accessory gearbox for the Member States of the European
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des front support. We are issuing this AD to Community, has issued EASA AD 2016–
Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206– address the unsafe condition on these 0235, dated November 24, 2016
231–3223. products. (referred to after this as the MCAI), to
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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 11, 2018. | |
| Contact | Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 19925 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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