83 FR 26877 - Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 112 (June 11, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 112 (June 11, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-12228 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 112 (Monday, June 11, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 26877-26880] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-12228] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0509; Product Identifier 2017-NM-076-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of nut torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link fittings. This proposed AD would require modification of the attaching parts of the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) pylon lower link fittings, inboard and outboard positions. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 26, 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 Embraer S.A., Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170--Putim--12227-901 S[atilde]o Jose dos Campos--SP--Brazil; telephone: +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax: +55 12 3927-7546; email: distrib@embraer.com.br; internet: http://www.flyembraer.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. 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- 0509; 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 Operations office (telephone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3221. 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-2018-0509; Product Identifier 2017-NM-076-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 based on 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 NPRM. Discussion Ag[ecirc]ncia Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC), which is the aviation authority for Brazil, has issued Brazilian AD 2017-04- 01, effective April 25, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190 airplanes. The MCAI states: This [Brazilian] AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of nut torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link fittings. We are issuing this [Brazilian] AD to prevent loss of integrity of the engine pylon lower link fittings, which could result in separation of the engine from the wing. This [Brazilian] AD requires modifications of the attaching parts of the left handle (LH) and right handle (RH) pylon lower link fittings, inboard and outboard positions. 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-2018- 0509. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Embraer S.A. has issued Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017; and Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. The service information describes procedures for modification of the attaching parts of the LH and RH pylon lower link fittings, inboard and outboard positions. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. 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 and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another [[Page 26878]] country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type designs. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 85 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Modification.................. Up to 270 work-hours $3,200 Up to $26,150....... Up to $2,222,750. x $85 per hour = $22,950. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this proposed AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all available costs in our cost estimate. 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 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): Embraer S.A.: Docket No. FAA-2018-0509; Product Identifier 2017-NM- 076-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by July 26, 2018. (b) Affected ADs This AD affects AD 2014-16-16, Amendment 39-17940 (79 FR 48018, August 15, 2014) (``AD 2014-16-16''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Embraer S.A. airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, and -100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes; as identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017. (2) Model ERJ 190-100 ECJ airplanes as identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 54, Nacelles/ pylons. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of nut torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link fittings. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of integrity of the engine pylon lower link fittings, and possibly resulting in separation of the engine from the wing. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Definitions (1) Group 1 airplanes are defined as: Serial numbers 19000002, 19000004, 19000006 through 19000108 inclusive, 19000110 through 19000139 inclusive, 19000141 through 19000158 inclusive, 19000160 through 19000176 inclusive, 19000178 through 19000202 inclusive, 19000204 through 19000224 inclusive, 19000226 through 19000235 inclusive, 19000237 through 19000242 inclusive, 19000244 through 19000260 inclusive, 19000262 through 19000277 inclusive, 19000279 through 19000295 inclusive, 19000297 through 19000306 inclusive, 19000308 through 19000316 inclusive, 19000318 through 19000361 inclusive, 19000363 through 19000437 inclusive, 19000439 through 19000452 inclusive, 19000454 through 19000466 inclusive, 19000468 through 19000525 inclusive, 19000527 through 19000533 inclusive, 19000535 through 19000558 inclusive, 19000560 through 19000570 inclusive, 19000572 through 19000610 inclusive, 19000612 through 19000631 inclusive, and 19000633 through 19000636 inclusive. (2) Group 2 airplanes are defined as: Serial numbers 19000637 through 19000640 inclusive, 19000642 through 19000655 inclusive, 19000657 through 19000682 inclusive, 19000684 through 19000686 inclusive, 19000688, 19000689, and 19000692 through 19000694 inclusive. [[Page 26879]] (h) Left-Hand (LH) Pylon Lower Link Fitting Attaching Parts Modification (1) For Group 1 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the plain bushings of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install the lock washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017. (2) For Group 2 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017. (3) For airplanes identified as Group 1 in Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD, replace the plain bushings of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install the lock washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54- 0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. (4) For airplanes identified as Group 2 in Embraer Service Bulletin Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD, replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54- 0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. (i) Right-Hand (RH) Pylon Lower Link Fitting Attaching Parts Modification (1) For Group 1 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the plain bushings of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install the lock washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017. (2) For Group 2 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017. (3) For airplanes identified as Group 1 in Embraer Service Bulletin Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD, replace the plain bushings of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install the lock washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. (4) For airplanes identified as Group 2 in Embraer Service Bulletin Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD, replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54- 0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. (j) Terminating Action for AD 2014-16-16 (1) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of paragraphs (g)(1), (h)(1), and (i)(1) of AD 2014-16-16 for that LH pylon lower link fitting. (2) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h)(3) or (h)(4) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of paragraphs (g)(2), (h)(2), and (i)(2) of AD 2014-16-16 for that LH pylon lower link fitting. (3) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of paragraphs (g)(1), (h)(1), and (i)(1) of AD 2014-16-16 for that RH pylon lower link fitting. (4) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (i)(3) or (i)(4) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of paragraphs (g)(2), (h)(2), and (i)(2) of AD 2014-16-16 for that RH pylon lower link fitting. (k) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), (i)(1), and (i)(2) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, dated September 22, 2015; Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 01, dated January 18, 2016; Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 02, dated September 12, 2016; or Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 03, dated May 18, 2017. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (h)(3), (h)(4), (i)(3), and (i)(4) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, dated October 2, 2015; Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 01, dated April 13, 2017. (l) 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 (m)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. 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: 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 the Ag[ecirc]ncia Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC); or ANAC's authorized Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee, the approval must include the Designee's authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (l)(3)(i) and (l)(3)(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. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Brazilian AD 2017-04-01, effective April 25, 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-2018-0509. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3221. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Embraer S.A., Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170--Putim--12227-901 S[atilde]o Jose dos Campos--SP--Brazil; telephone: +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax: +55 12 3927-7546; email: [[Page 26880]] distrib@embraer.com.br; internet: http://www.flyembraer.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May 31, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-12228 Filed 6-8-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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allocate an amount of leverage to Early this AD to address the unsafe condition NM–076–AD’’ at the beginning of your
Stage SBICs on an annual basis. Other on these products. comments. We specifically invite
comments suggested concerns or DATES: We must receive comments on comments on the overall regulatory,
requested clarifications. It was not this proposed AD by July 26, 2018. economic, environmental, and energy
evident to SBA from these comments ADDRESSES: You may send comments, aspects of this NPRM. We will consider
that the proposed rule was broadly using the procedures found in 14 CFR all comments received by the closing
supported by SBIC program 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following date and may amend this NPRM based
stakeholders. methods: on those comments.
The withdrawal of the proposed rule • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to We will post all comments we
does not impact the Early Stage http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the receive, without change, to http://
regulations contained in 13 CFR part instructions for submitting comments. www.regulations.gov, including any
107 or the five currently licensed Early • Fax: 202–493–2251. personal information you provide. We
Stage SBICs. Such Early Stage SBICs • Mail: U.S. Department of will also post a report summarizing each
remain subject to the Act, applicable Transportation, Docket Operations, M– substantive verbal contact we receive
regulations at 13 CFR part 107 and SBA 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room about this NPRM.
policies. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Discussion
Executive Order 13771 Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil
The withdrawal of the proposed rule address above between 9 a.m. and 5 (ANAC), which is the aviation authority
qualifies as a deregulatory action under p.m., Monday through Friday, except for Brazil, has issued Brazilian AD
Executive Order 13771. See OMB’s Federal holidays. 2017–04–01, effective April 25, 2017
Memorandum titled ‘‘Guidance For service information identified in (referred to after this as the Mandatory
Implementing Executive Order 13771, this NPRM, contact Embraer S.A., Continuing Airworthiness Information,
Titled ‘Reducing Regulation and Technical Publications Section (PC or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
Controlling Regulatory Costs’’’ (April 5, 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170— condition for certain Embraer S.A.
2017). Putim—12227–901 São Jose dos Model ERJ 190 airplanes. The MCAI
Accordingly, for the reasons stated in Campos—SP—Brazil; telephone: +55 12 states:
the preamble, the proposed rule 3927–5852 or +55 12 3309–0732; fax: This [Brazilian] AD was prompted by
published at 81 FR 64075 on September +55 12 3927–7546; email: distrib@ reports of bushing migration and loss of nut
16, 2016 is withdrawn. embraer.com.br; internet: http:// torque on the engine pylon lower inboard
Authority: 15 U.S.C. 634(b)(6). www.flyembraer.com. You may view and outboard link fittings. We are issuing this
this service information at the FAA, [Brazilian] AD to prevent loss of integrity of
Dated: May 12, 2018. the engine pylon lower link fittings, which
Transport Standards Branch, 2200 could result in separation of the engine from
Linda E. McMahon,
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For the wing.
Administrator.
information on the availability of this This [Brazilian] AD requires modifications
[FR Doc. 2018–12030 Filed 6–8–18; 8:45 am] material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. of the attaching parts of the left handle (LH)
BILLING CODE 8025–01–P and right handle (RH) pylon lower link
Examining the AD Docket fittings, inboard and outboard positions.
You may examine the AD docket on
You may examine the MCAI in the
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION the internet at http://
AD docket on the internet at http://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
www.regulations.gov by searching for
Federal Aviation Administration and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
0509; or in person at the Docket
0509.
14 CFR Part 39 Management Facility between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Related Service Information Under 1
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0509; Product
Identifier 2017–NM–076–AD] except Federal holidays. The AD docket CFR Part 51
contains this NPRM, the regulatory Embraer S.A. has issued Embraer
RIN 2120–AA64 evaluation, any comments received, and Service Bulletin 190–54–0016, Revision
other information. The street address for 04, dated December 7, 2017; and
Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. the Docket Operations office (telephone:
Airplanes Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN–54–
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES 0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation section. Comments will be available in The service information describes
Administration (FAA), DOT. the AD docket shortly after receipt. procedures for modification of the
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: attaching parts of the LH and RH pylon
(NPRM). Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, lower link fittings, inboard and
International Section, Transport outboard positions. These documents
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South are distinct since they apply to different
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; airplane models. This service
Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190 airplanes. telephone and fax 206–231–3221. information is reasonably available
This proposed AD was prompted by SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: because the interested parties have
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reports of bushing migration and loss of access to it through their normal course
nut torque on the engine pylon lower Comments Invited
of business or by the means identified
inboard and outboard link fittings. This We invite you to send any written in the ADDRESSES section.
proposed AD would require relevant data, views, or arguments about
modification of the attaching parts of this proposal. Send your comments to FAA’s Determination and Requirements
the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) an address listed under the ADDRESSES of This Proposed AD
pylon lower link fittings, inboard and section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– This product has been approved by
outboard positions. We are proposing 2018–0509; Product Identifier 2017– the aviation authority of another
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country, and is approved for operation referenced above. We are proposing this Costs of Compliance
in the United States. Pursuant to our AD because we evaluated all pertinent
bilateral agreement with the State of information and determined an unsafe We estimate that this proposed AD
Design Authority, we have been notified condition exists and is likely to exist or affects 85 airplanes of U.S. registry.
of the unsafe condition described in the develop on other products of the same We estimate the following costs to
MCAI and service information type designs. comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Modification ............ Up to 270 work-hours × $85 per hour = $22,950 .. $3,200 Up to $26,150 ................ Up to $2,222,750.
According to the manufacturer, some distribution of power and STD, –200 LR, and –200 IGW airplanes; as
of the costs of this proposed AD may be responsibilities among the various identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 190–
covered under warranty, thereby levels of government. 54–0016, Revision 04, dated December 7,
For the reasons discussed above, I 2017.
reducing the cost impact on affected
(2) Model ERJ 190–100 ECJ airplanes as
individuals. We do not control warranty certify this proposed regulation:
identified in Embraer Service Bulletin
coverage for affected individuals. As a 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
190LIN–54–0008, Revision 02, dated May 9,
result, we have included all available action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 2018.
costs in our cost estimate. 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (d) Subject
Authority for This Rulemaking (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Air Transport Association (ATA) of
Title 49 of the United States Code 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in America Code 54, Nacelles/pylons.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Alaska; and
(e) Reason
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, 4. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative, This AD was prompted by reports of
section 106, describes the authority of bushing migration and loss of nut torque on
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: on a substantial number of small entities
the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more under the criteria of the Regulatory
link fittings. We are issuing this AD to
detail the scope of the Agency’s Flexibility Act. prevent loss of integrity of the engine pylon
authority. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 lower link fittings, and possibly resulting in
We are issuing this rulemaking under separation of the engine from the wing.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, (f) Compliance
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
Safety. Comply with this AD within the
General requirements.’’ Under that compliance times specified, unless already
section, Congress charges the FAA with The Proposed Amendment done.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Accordingly, under the authority
air commerce by prescribing regulations (g) Definitions
delegated to me by the Administrator,
for practices, methods, and procedures the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part (1) Group 1 airplanes are defined as: Serial
the Administrator finds necessary for numbers 19000002, 19000004, 19000006
39 as follows: through 19000108 inclusive, 19000110
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority through 19000139 inclusive, 19000141
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
through 19000158 inclusive, 19000160
because it addresses an unsafe condition DIRECTIVES through 19000176 inclusive, 19000178
that is likely to exist or develop on through 19000202 inclusive, 19000204
products identified in this rulemaking ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 through 19000224 inclusive, 19000226
action. continues to read as follows: through 19000235 inclusive, 19000237
This proposed AD is issued in Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. through 19000242 inclusive, 19000244
accordance with authority delegated by through 19000260 inclusive, 19000262
the Executive Director, Aircraft § 39.13 [Amended] through 19000277 inclusive, 19000279
Certification Service, as authorized by ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding through 19000295 inclusive, 19000297
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance the following new airworthiness through 19000306 inclusive, 19000308
with that order, issuance of ADs is directive (AD): through 19000316 inclusive, 19000318
through 19000361 inclusive, 19000363
normally a function of the Compliance Embraer S.A.: Docket No. FAA–2018–0509; through 19000437 inclusive, 19000439
and Airworthiness Division, but during Product Identifier 2017–NM–076–AD. through 19000452 inclusive, 19000454
this transition period, the Executive (a) Comments Due Date through 19000466 inclusive, 19000468
Director has delegated the authority to through 19000525 inclusive, 19000527
We must receive comments by July 26,
issue ADs applicable to transport 2018.
through 19000533 inclusive, 19000535
category airplanes to the Director of the through 19000558 inclusive, 19000560
System Oversight Division. (b) Affected ADs through 19000570 inclusive, 19000572
This AD affects AD 2014–16–16, through 19000610 inclusive, 19000612
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Regulatory Findings Amendment 39–17940 (79 FR 48018, August through 19000631 inclusive, and 19000633
We determined that this proposed AD 15, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–16–16’’). through 19000636 inclusive.
would not have federalism implications (2) Group 2 airplanes are defined as: Serial
(c) Applicability numbers 19000637 through 19000640
under Executive Order 13132. This inclusive, 19000642 through 19000655
This AD applies to the Embraer S.A.
proposed AD would not have a airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and inclusive, 19000657 through 19000682
substantial direct effect on the States, on (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category. inclusive, 19000684 through 19000686
the relationship between the national (1) Model ERJ 190–100 STD, –100 LR, and inclusive, 19000688, 19000689, and
Government and the States, or on the –100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ 190–200 19000692 through 19000694 inclusive.
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![26880 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 112 / Monday, June 11, 2018 / Proposed Rules
distrib@embraer.com.br; internet: http:// Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac for all Airbus Model A350–941
www.flyembraer.com. You may view this Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 airplanes. The MCAI states:
service information at the FAA, Transport 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email
Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des In the Airbus A350 design, the hydraulic
continued-airworthiness.a350@ fluid cooling system is located in the fuel
Moines, WA. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call
airbus.com; internet http:// tanks. Recently, an overheat failure mode of
206–231–3195. www.airbus.com. You may view this the hydraulic engine-driven pump (EDP) was
service information at the FAA, found. Such EDP failure may cause a fast
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May Transport Standards Branch, 2200 temperature rise of the hydraulic fluid.
31, 2018. This condition, if not detected and
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For corrected, combined with an inoperative fuel
Michael Kaszycki, information on the availability of this
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, tank inerting system, could lead to an
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. uncontrolled overheat of the hydraulic fluid,
Aircraft Certification Service.
possibly resulting in ignition of the fuel-air
[FR Doc. 2018–12228 Filed 6–8–18; 8:45 am] Examining the AD Docket
mixture in the affected fuel tank.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P You may examine the AD docket on To address this potential unsafe condition,
the internet at http:// Airbus issued a Major Event Revision (MER)
www.regulations.gov by searching for of the A350 Master Minimum Equipment List
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (MMEL) that incorporates restrictions to
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– avoid an uncontrolled overheat of the
0505; or in person at the Docket hydraulic system. Consequently, EASA
Federal Aviation Administration
Management Facility between 9 a.m. issued Emergency AD 2017–0154–E to
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, require implementation of these dispatch
14 CFR Part 39
except Federal holidays. The AD docket restrictions.
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0505; Product contains this NPRM, the regulatory Since EASA Emergency AD 2017–0154–E
Identifier 2017–NM–178–AD] evaluation, any comments received, and was issued, following further investigation,
other information. The street address for Airbus issued another MER of the A350
RIN 2120–AA64 MMEL that expands the number of restricted
the Docket Operations office (telephone MMEL items. At the same time, Airbus
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES revised Flight Operation Transmission (FOT)
Airplanes section. Comments will be available in 999.0068/17, to inform all operators about
the AD docket shortly after receipt. the latest MMEL restrictions. Consequently,
AGENCY: Federal Aviation FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: EASA issued AD 2017–0180, retaining the
Administration (FAA), DOT. requirements of EASA Emergency AD 2017–
Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace Engineer, 0154–E, which was superseded, and
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking International Section, Transport requiring implementation of the new Airbus
(NPRM). Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South A350 MMEL MER and, consequently,
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; restrictions for aeroplane dispatch.
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new telephone and fax 206–231–3218. Since EASA AD 2017–0180 was issued,
airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus developed a software (SW) update of
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Airbus Model A350–941 airplanes. This the Hydraulic Monitoring and Control
proposed AD was prompted by a report Comments Invited Application (HMCA) SW S4.2, introduction
of an overheat failure mode of the of which avoids uncontrolled overheat of the
We invite you to send any written hydraulic system. HMCA SW S4.2 is
hydraulic engine-driven pump, which
relevant data, views, or arguments about embodied in production through Airbus
could cause a fast temperature rise of
this proposal. Send your comments to modification (mod) 112090, and introduced
the hydraulic fluid. This proposed AD in service through Airbus Service Bulletin
an address listed under the ADDRESSES
would require modifying the hydraulic (SB) A350–29–P012.
section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
monitoring and control application For the reasons described above, this
2018–0505; Product Identifier 2017–
(HMCA) software. We are proposing this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA
NM–178–AD’’ at the beginning of your AD 2017–0180, which is superseded, and
AD to address the unsafe condition on
comments. We specifically invite requires modification of the aeroplane by
these products.
comments on the overall regulatory, installing HMCA SW S4.2.
DATES: We must receive comments on economic, environmental, and energy This [EASA] AD is still considered to be
this proposed AD by July 26, 2018. aspects of this NPRM. We will consider an interim action and further AD action may
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, all comments received by the closing follow.
using the procedures found in 14 CFR date and may amend this NPRM based You may examine the MCAI in the
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following on those comments. AD docket on the internet at http://
methods: We will post all comments we www.regulations.gov by searching for
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to receive, without change, to http:// and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the www.regulations.gov, including any 0505.
instructions for submitting comments. personal information you provide. We
• Fax: 202–493–2251. will also post a report summarizing each Related Service Information Under 1
• Mail: U.S. Department of substantive verbal contact we receive CFR Part 51
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– about this NPRM. Airbus has issued Service Bulletin
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room A350–29–P012, dated October 6, 2017.
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Discussion The service information describes
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Washington, DC 20590. The European Aviation Safety Agency procedures for modifying the HMCA
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail (EASA), which is the Technical Agent software by installing HMCA software
address above between 9 a.m. and 5 for the Member States of the European S4.2 upgrades. This service information
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Union, has issued EASA AD 2017–0200, is reasonably available because the
Federal holidays. dated October 10, 2017 (referred to after interested parties have access to it
For service information identified in this as the Mandatory Continuing through their normal course of business
this NPRM, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the or by the means identified in the
Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition ADDRESSES section.
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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 | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 26, 2018. | |
| Contact | Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3221. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 26877 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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