83 FR 24433 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 103 (May 29, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 103 (May 29, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-11416 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 103 (Tuesday, May 29, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 24433-24435] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-11416] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0452; Product Identifier 2017-NM-150-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by the results of a fleet survey, which revealed cracking in bulkhead frame webs at a certain body station. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspections of the bulkhead frame web at a certain body station and applicable on-condition actions. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 13, 2018. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 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-2018-0452. [[Page 24434]] 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-2018- 0452; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 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: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2018-0452; Product Identifier 2017-NM-150-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion We have received a report indicating that the results of a fleet survey of retired 737 airplanes revealed cracking in the bulkhead frame web at the upper lobe of the station (STA) 259.5 bulkhead frame webs. Two web cracks, measuring 0.45 inch and 1.7 inches, were found at the outer chord fastener locations between stringer (S)-11R and S-12R. A subsequent review of fleet data sources revealed additional crack findings on other 737 airplanes in the left and right side frame webs between S-11 and S-12. Fleet findings have been reported on a total of 5 airplanes with a range of between 60,640 and 73,655 total flight cycles. Such cracking may lead to subsequent failure of the skin and cockpit window surround structure, and could result in rapid decompression. No cracks have been reported on Model 727 airplanes but Model 727 and Model 737 airplanes have a similar frame installation at STA 259.5. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017. The service information describes procedures for repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections and low frequency eddy current inspections for cracks of the STA 259.5 bulkhead frame web from the first stiffener above S-10 to S-13, on the left and right sides of the airplane, 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. FAA's Determination We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would require accomplishment of the actions identified in the Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017, described previously, except for any differences identified as exceptions in the regulatory text of this proposed AD. For information on the procedures and compliance times, see this service information at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0452. Explanation of Requirements Bulletin The FAA worked in conjunction with industry, under the Airworthiness Directives Implementation Aviation Rulemaking Committee (AD ARC), to enhance the AD system. One enhancement is a process for annotating which steps in the service information are ``required for compliance'' (RC) with an AD. Boeing has implemented this RC concept into Boeing service bulletins. In an effort to further improve the quality of ADs and AD-related Boeing service information, a joint process improvement initiative was worked between the FAA and Boeing. The initiative resulted in the development of a new process in which the service information more clearly identifies the actions needed to address the unsafe condition in the ``Accomplishment Instructions.'' The new process results in a Boeing Requirements Bulletin, which contains only the actions needed to address the unsafe condition (i.e., only the RC actions). Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 106 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs for Required Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections.................... 41 work-hours x $85 per $0 $3,485 per $369,410 per hour = $3,485 per inspection cycle. inspection cycle. inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed 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 [[Page 24435]] that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This proposed AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2018-0452; Product Identifier 2017-NM-150-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by July 13, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F series airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by the results of a fleet survey which revealed cracking in bulkhead frame webs at a certain body station. We are issuing this AD to address cracking in the station 259.5 bulkhead frame web from the first stiffener above stringer S-10 to S-13. Such cracking may lead to subsequent failure of the skin and cockpit window surround structure, and could result in rapid decompression. (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 the ``Compliance'' paragraph of Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017, do all applicable actions identified in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017. Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Guidance for accomplishing the actions required by this AD can be found in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 727-53A0235, dated October 12, 2017, which is referred to in Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017. (h) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications (1) For purposes of determining compliance with the requirements of this AD: Where Boeing Alert Requirements Service Bulletin 727- 53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017, uses the phrase ``the original issue date of Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB,'' this AD requires using ``the effective date of this AD.'' (2) Where Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727-53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017, specifies contacting Boeing, this AD requires repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (i) Special Flight Permit Special flight permits, as described in Section 21.197 and Section 21.199 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 and 21.199), may be issued to operate the airplane to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished, but concurrence by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, is required before issuance of the special flight permit. (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)(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. (k) Related Information (1) 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]. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740- 5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May 14, 2018. Dionne Palermo, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-11416 Filed 5-25-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated DOA, the approval must include the DOA- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
September 27, 2017; as applicable. authorized signature.
(3) Reporting Requirements: A federal Federal Aviation Administration
(l) Parts Installation Limitations agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a
(1) Except as specified in paragraph (l)(2) person is not required to respond to, nor
of this AD: For Group 1 airplanes, after the shall a person be subject to a penalty for 14 CFR Part 39
effective date of this AD, an affected slat failure to comply with a collection of [Docket No. FAA–2018–0452; Product
track may be installed, provided the information subject to the requirements of Identifier 2017–NM–150–AD]
installation is accomplished using a method the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that
approved by the Manager, International collection of information displays a current RIN 2120–AA64
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; valid OMB Control Number. The OMB
or EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If Control Number for this information Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
approved by the DOA, the approval must collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for Company Airplanes
include the DOA-authorized signature. this collection of information is estimated to
be approximately 1 hour per response, AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(2) After modification of a Group 1 airplane
as specified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD, no including the time for reviewing instructions, Administration (FAA), DOT.
person may install an affected slat track on completing and reviewing the collection of ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
that airplane. information. All responses to this collection (NPRM).
(3) For Group 2 airplanes: As of the of information are mandatory. Comments
effective date of this AD, no person may concerning the accuracy of this burden and SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
install an affected slat track on any Group 2 suggestions for reducing the burden should airworthiness directive (AD) for all The
be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence
airplane. Boeing Company Model 727C, 727–100,
Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591, Attn:
(m) Credit for Previous Actions Information Collection Clearance Officer, 727–100C, 727–200, and 727–200F
AES–200. series airplanes. This proposed AD was
This paragraph provides credit for actions
required by paragraphs (h), (i), and (j) of this (4) Required for Compliance (RC): Except prompted by the results of a fleet
as required by paragraph (i) of this AD: If any survey, which revealed cracking in
AD, if those actions were performed before
service information contains procedures or bulkhead frame webs at a certain body
the effective date of this AD using Airbus
tests that are identified as RC, those station. This proposed AD would
Service Bulletin A330–57–3123, dated June
procedures and tests must be done to comply
14, 2016, or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are
require repetitive inspections of the
57–4130, dated June 14, 2016, provided that not identified as RC are recommended. Those bulkhead frame web at a certain body
within 12 months after the effective date of procedures and tests that are not identified station and applicable on-condition
this AD, the additional work identified in as RC may be deviated from using accepted actions. We are proposing this AD to
Airbus Service Bulletin A330–57–3123, methods in accordance with the operator’s address the unsafe condition on these
Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and maintenance or inspection program without
03, dated September 27, 2017, or Airbus
products.
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
Service Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01, the procedures and tests identified as RC can DATES: We must receive comments on
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated be done and the airplane can be put back in this proposed AD by July 13, 2018.
September 27, 2017, as applicable, has been an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
completed in accordance with Airbus Service changes to procedures or tests identified as
Bulletin A330–57–3123, Revision 01, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
RC require approval of an AMOC.
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
September 27, 2017, or Airbus Service (o) Related Information methods:
Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01, (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
September 27, 2017, as applicable. 2017–0060, dated April 7, 2017, for related instructions for submitting comments.
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
information. This MCAI may be found in the • Fax: 202–493–2251.
AD docket on the internet at http:// • Mail: U.S. Department of
The following provisions also apply to this www.regulations.gov by searching for and Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
AD: locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0454.
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (2) For more information about this AD,
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
(AMOCs): The Manager, International contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, Engineer, International Section, Transport Washington, DC 20590.
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
AD, if requested using the procedures found St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and address above between 9 a.m. and 5
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR fax: 206 231 3229. p.m., Monday through Friday, except
39.19, send your request to your principal (3) For service information identified in Federal holidays.
inspector or local Flight Standards District this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness For service information identified in
Office, as appropriate. If sending information Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33
this NPRM, contact Boeing Commercial
directly to the International Branch, send it
5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (o)(2) of this AD. Information may airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com; Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- internet http://www.airbus.com. You may Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any view this service information at the FAA, 90740–5600; telephone 562–797–1717;
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South internet https://www.myboeingfleet.
principal inspector, or lacking a principal 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information com. You may view this referenced
inspector, the manager of the local flight on the availability of this material at the service information at the FAA,
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standards district office/certificate holding FAA, call 206–231–3195.
Transport Standards Branch, 2200
district office. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any 21, 2018. information on the availability of this
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective James Cashdollar,
actions from a manufacturer, the action must material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
be accomplished using a method approved Acting Director, System Oversight Division, It is also available on the internet at
by the Manager, International Section, Aircraft Certification Service. http://www.regulations.gov by searching
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; [FR Doc. 2018–11415 Filed 5–25–18; 8:45 am] for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved by the BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 0452.
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that is likely to exist or develop on (a) Comments Due Date concurrence by the Manager, Los Angeles
products identified in this rulemaking We must receive comments by July 13, ACO Branch, FAA, is required before
action. 2018. issuance of the special flight permit.
This proposed AD is issued in (b) Affected ADs (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
accordance with authority delegated by (AMOCs)
None.
the Executive Director, Aircraft
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
Certification Service, as authorized by (c) Applicability
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance This AD applies to all The Boeing for this AD, if requested using the procedures
with that order, issuance of ADs is Company Model 727C, 727–100, 727–100C,
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with
normally a function of the Compliance 727–200, and 727–200F series airplanes,
certificated in any category. 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
and Airworthiness Division, but during
principal inspector or local Flight Standards
this transition period, the Executive (d) Subject District Office, as appropriate. If sending
Director has delegated the authority to Air Transport Association (ATA) of information directly to the manager of the
issue ADs applicable to transport America Code 53, Fuselage. certification office, send it to the attention of
category airplanes to the Director of the the person identified in paragraph (k)(1) of
System Oversight Division. (e) Unsafe Condition
this AD. Information may be emailed to:
This AD was prompted by the results of a
Regulatory Findings 9-ANM-LAACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
fleet survey which revealed cracking in
bulkhead frame webs at a certain body (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
We determined that this proposed AD
station. We are issuing this AD to address notify your appropriate principal inspector,
would not have federalism implications or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
under Executive Order 13132. This cracking in the station 259.5 bulkhead frame
web from the first stiffener above stringer of the local flight standards district office/
proposed AD would not have a certificate holding district office.
S–10 to S–13. Such cracking may lead to
substantial direct effect on the States, on subsequent failure of the skin and cockpit (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
the relationship between the national window surround structure, and could result level of safety may be used for any repair,
Government and the States, or on the in rapid decompression. modification, or alteration required by this
distribution of power and AD if it is approved by the Boeing
(f) Compliance
responsibilities among the various Commercial Airplanes Organization
levels of government. Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
For the reasons discussed above, I been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles
done.
certify this proposed regulation: ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (g) Required Actions approved, the repair method, modification
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, Except as required by paragraph (h) of this deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under AD: At the applicable times specified in the the certification basis of the airplane, and the
the DOT Regulatory Policies and ‘‘Compliance’’ paragraph of Boeing Alert approval must specifically refer to this AD.
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, Requirements Bulletin 727–53A0235 RB,
1979), dated October 12, 2017, do all applicable (k) Related Information
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation actions identified in, and in accordance with, (1) For more information about this AD,
in Alaska, and the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing contact George Garrido, Aerospace Engineer,
(4) Will not have a significant Alert Requirements Bulletin 727–53A0235
Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO
RB, dated October 12, 2017.
economic impact, positive or negative, Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard,
on a substantial number of small entities Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627–
Guidance for accomplishing the actions
under the criteria of the Regulatory required by this AD can be found in Boeing
5232; fax: 562–627–5210; email:
Flexibility Act. Alert Service Bulletin 727–53A0235, dated george.garrido@faa.gov.
October 12, 2017, which is referred to in (2) For service information identified in
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Boeing Alert Requirements Bulletin 727–
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation 53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 2017. Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
safety, Incorporation by reference, Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
Safety. (h) Exceptions to Service Information MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
Specifications telephone 562–797–1717; internet https://
The Proposed Amendment (1) For purposes of determining www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this
Accordingly, under the authority compliance with the requirements of this AD: referenced service information at the FAA,
delegated to me by the Administrator, Where Boeing Alert Requirements Service Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part Bulletin 727–53A0235 RB, dated October 12, 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information
2017, uses the phrase ‘‘the original issue date
39 as follows: on the availability of this material at the
of Requirements Bulletin 727–53A0235 RB,’’
FAA, call 206–231–3195.
this AD requires using ‘‘the effective date of
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
this AD.’’ Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May
DIRECTIVES (2) Where Boeing Alert Requirements 14, 2018.
Bulletin 727–53A0235 RB, dated October 12,
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Dionne Palermo,
2017, specifies contacting Boeing, this AD
continues to read as follows: requires repair using a method approved in Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. accordance with the procedures specified in Aircraft Certification Service.
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paragraph (j) of this AD. [FR Doc. 2018–11416 Filed 5–25–18; 8:45 am]
§ 39.13 [Amended]
(i) Special Flight Permit BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
Special flight permits, as described in
the following new airworthiness
Section 21.197 and Section 21.199 of the
directive (AD): Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197
The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA– and 21.199), may be issued to operate the
2018–0452; Product Identifier 2017– airplane to a location where the requirements
NM–150–AD. of this AD can be accomplished, but
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| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 13, 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 24433 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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