83 FR 28555 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 119 (June 20, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 119 (June 20, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-12885 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 119 (Wednesday, June 20, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 28555-28560] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-12885] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0556; Product Identifier 2018-NM-015-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus 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 Airbus Model A318 series; Model A319 series; Model A320 series; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of multiple angle of attack (AoA) probe blockages. This proposed AD would require all elevator aileron computer (ELAC) units to be upgraded with new software, or replaced with upgraded units. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by August 6, 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. [[Page 28556]] 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 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 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- 0556; 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: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206-231-3223; fax 206-231- 3398. 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-2018-0556; Product Identifier 2018-NM-015-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 The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2018-0007R1, dated January 19, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A318 series; Model A319 series; Model A320 series; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, - 212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The MCAI states: Occurrences were reported on multiple Angle of Attack (AoA) probes blockages. Investigation results indicated the need for improved AoA monitoring in order to detect cases of AoA probe blockage. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to undue activation of the AoA protection, reverting to manual control of the aeroplane, which, under specific circumstances, could result in reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus developed several Elevator Aileron Computer (ELAC) standards, i.e. ELAC units loaded with a specific software Part Number (P/N), and EASA issued AD 2017-0008, retaining part of the requirements of EASA AD 2015- 0088R1 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2016-17-03, Amendment 39-18616 (81 FR 55358, August 19, 2016) (``AD 2016-17-03'')], which was superseded, and requiring an upgrade of all ELAC units with ELAC L99 standard, which introduces improvements in the AoA probe monitoring for Current Engine Option (CEO) aeroplanes, and also incorporates flight control aspects for New Engine Option (NEO) aeroplanes. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, it was determined that clarification is necessary for the Parts Installation requirements, and some typographical (P/N) errors were detected. This [EASA] AD is revised accordingly. 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- 0556. Relationship of Proposed AD to AD 2016-17-03 This NPRM does not propose to supersede AD 2016-17-03. Rather, we have determined that a stand-alone AD would be more appropriate to address the changes in the MCAI. This proposed AD would require all ELAC units to be upgraded with new software, or replaced with upgraded units. Accomplishment of the proposed actions would then terminate all of the requirements of AD 2016-17-03. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus has issued Service Bulletin A320-27-1263, Revision 00, dated April 28, 2017; and Service Bulletin A320-27-1264, Revision 00, dated April 28, 2017. The service information describes the upgrade or replacement of ELAC units. These documents are distinct because they apply to different airplane configurations. 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 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 1,250 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................... 3 work-hours x $85 per Up to $7,970..... Up to $8,225..... Up to $10,281,250 hour = $255. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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. [[Page 28557]] 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): Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2018-0556; Product Identifier 2018-NM-015-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by August 6, 2018. (b) Affected ADs This AD affects AD 2016-17-03, Amendment 39-18616 (81 FR 55358, August 19, 2016) (``AD 2016-17-03''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(4) of this AD, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Model A318-111, -112, -121, and -122 airplanes. (2) Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes. (3) Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, -233, -251N, and -271N airplanes. (4) Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight Controls. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of multiple angle of attack (AoA) probe blockages. We are issuing this AD to address the blockage of AoA probes. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to undue activation of the AoA protection, reverting to manual control of the airplane, which, under specific circumstances, could result in reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Definition of Affected Elevator Aileron Computer (ELAC) For the purposes of this AD, ELAC units having a part number (P/ N) listed in table 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD are hereafter referred to as ``affected ELAC'' in this AD. BILLING CODE 4910-13-P [[Page 28558]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP20JN18.000 [[Page 28559]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP20JN18.001 BILLING CODE 4910-13-C (h) Required Actions For airplanes with ELAC part numbers listed in table 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD: Within the applicable compliance times defined in figure 1 to paragraph (h) of this AD, upgrade each ELAC by uploading L99 software part number (P/N) 3945129111 or by replacing the existing ELAC with ELAC L99 P/N 3945128217 in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-27-1263, Revision 00, dated April 28, 2017, or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-27-1264, Revision 00, dated April 28, 2017, as applicable, or in accordance with modification instructions 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); or in accordance with modification instructions approved by an EASA DOA (other than the Airbus EASA DOA), provided the conditions specified in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(4) of this AD are met. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (1) Absence of electronic centralized aircraft monitoring (ECAM) warning or maintenance message related to ELAC, before the data- loadable ELAC unit is removed and software is loaded. (2) The data-loadable ELAC unit is removed as specified in Airbus aircraft maintenance manual (AMM) Task 27-93-34-000-001-A. (3) The data-loadable ELAC unit is checked by two different means, either line replaceable unit (LRU) identification and label call up, or Alpha Call Up ELA 1 and ELA 2. (4) After the software is loaded, the data-loadable ELAC unit is re-installed as specified in Airbus AMM Task 27-93-34-400-001-A. Note 1 to paragraph (h) of this AD: Non-data-loadable ELAC L99 P/N 3945128217 units are fully interchangeable and mixable with data-loadable ELAC L99 P/N 3945129100 units with L99 software P/N 3945129111 loaded. [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TP20JN18.002 (i) Parts Installation Prohibition (1) For airplanes with ELAC units listed in table 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD: After modification of an airplane as required by paragraph (h) of this AD, do not install any affected ELAC on that airplane. (2) For airplanes with ELAC units not listed in table 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD: From the effective date of this AD, do not install any affected ELAC on that airplane. (j) Installation of Later Software Versions Installation of an ELAC unit with a software standard above L99 is equal to compliance with the requirements of paragraph (h) of this AD, provided the conditions specified in paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(2) of this AD are met. (1) The ELAC unit part number is approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. (2) The installation is accomplished in accordance with modification instructions approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA; or in accordance with modification instructions approved by an EASA DOA (other than the Airbus EASA DOA), provided the conditions in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(iv) of this AD are met. (i) Absence of ECAM warning or maintenance message related to ELAC, before the data-loadable ELAC unit is removed and software is loaded. (ii) The data-loadable ELAC unit is removed as specified in Airbus AMM Task 27-93-34-000-001-A. (iii) The data-loadable ELAC unit is checked by two different means, either LRU identification and label call up, or Alpha Call Up ELA 1 and ELA 2. (iv) After the software is loaded, the data-loadable ELAC unit is re-installed as specified in Airbus AMM Task 27-93-34-400-001-A. (k) Airplanes Not Affected by the Requirements of Paragraph (h) of This AD (1) An airplane on which any modification (mod) specified in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) and (k)(1)(ii) of this AD was embodied in production is not affected by the requirements of paragraph (h) of this AD, provided it is determined that no affected ELAC is installed as of the effective date of this AD. (i) Airbus mod 161843 (installation of data-loadable ELAC P/N 3945129100 unit with L99 software P/N 3945129111) or mod [[Page 28560]] 159979 (installation of non-data-loadable ELAC L99 P/N 3945128217). (ii) Airbus mod 160577 (installation of data-loadable ELAC P/N 3945129100 unit with L101 software P/N 3945129112) or mod 162042 (installation of non-data-loadable ELAC L101 P/N 3945128218). (2) An airplane on which any modification specified in paragraphs (k)(2)(i), (k)(2)(ii), or (k)(2)(iii) of this AD was done is not affected by the requirements of paragraph (h) of this AD, provided it is determined that no affected ELAC is installed as of the effective date of this AD. (i) A modification specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-27- 1267, Revision 00, dated September 27, 2017 (ELAC L101 P/N 3945128218 non-data-loadable). (ii) A modification specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320- 27-1268, Revision 00, dated September 27, 2017 (ELAC P/N 3945129100 data-loadable with L101 software P/N 3945129112 for A320 NEO). (iii) A modification specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320- 27-1269, Revision 00, dated September 27, 2017 (ELAC P/N 3945129100 data-loadable with L101 software P/N 3945129112). (l) Terminating Action for AD 2016-17-03 Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD or complying with any method of compliance specified in paragraph (k) of this AD terminates all requirements of AD 2016-17-03. (m) 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 (n)(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: 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. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2018-0007R1, dated January 19, 2018, 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-2018-0556. (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 206-231-3223; fax 206-231-3398. (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. 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. 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 June 7, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-12885 Filed 6-19-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the accordance with the Accomplishment Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590;
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Instructions of the applicable service telephone 516–228–7330; fax 516–794–5531.
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); information identified in paragraphs (g)(1) (3) For service information identified in
and (g)(2) of this AD. this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9,
(1) For Model BD–700–1A10 airplanes:
Alaska; and Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–53–050, or Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–
4. Will not have a significant 700–53–6008, both Revision 01, both dated 855–7401; email thd.crj@
economic impact, positive or negative, December 16, 2016. aero.bombardier.com; internet http://
on a substantial number of small entities (2) For Model BD–700–1A11 airplanes: www.bombardier.com. You may view this
under the criteria of the Regulatory Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–1A11–53– service information at the FAA, Transport
Flexibility Act. 025, or 700–53–5009, both Revision 01, both Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des
dated December 16, 2016. Moines, WA. For information on the
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 availability of this material at the FAA, call
(h) Credit for Previous Actions 206–231–3195.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
This paragraph provides credit for actions Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on June
safety, Incorporation by reference,
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those 8, 2018.
Safety. actions were performed before the effective Michael Kaszycki,
The Proposed Amendment date of this AD using the applicable service
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
information identified in paragraphs (h)(1)
Accordingly, under the authority Aircraft Certification Service.
through (h)(4) of this AD.
delegated to me by the Administrator, (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700– [FR Doc. 2018–13126 Filed 6–19–18; 8:45 am]
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 1A11–53–025, dated July 14, 2016. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
39 as follows: (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–53–
050, dated July 14, 2016.
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–53– DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
DIRECTIVES 5009, dated July 14, 2016.
(4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–53– Federal Aviation Administration
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 6008, dated July 14, 2016.
continues to read as follows: (i) Other FAA AD Provisions 14 CFR Part 39
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. The following provisions also apply to this [Docket No. FAA–2018–0556; Product
AD: Identifier 2018–NM–015–AD]
§ 39.13 [Amended] (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
RIN 2120–AA64
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO
the following new airworthiness Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
directive (AD): AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In Airplanes
Bombardier, Inc.: Docket No. FAA–2018– accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
0546; Product Identifier 2017–NM–171– AGENCY: Federal Aviation
request to your principal inspector or local Administration (FAA), DOT.
AD. Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(a) Comments Due Date
to the manager of the certification office, (NPRM).
We must receive comments by August 6, send it to ATTN: Program Manager,
2018. Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
(b) Affected ADs York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone Airbus Model A318 series; Model A319
None. series; Model A320 series; and Model
516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before
(c) Applicability using any approved AMOC, notify your A321–111, –112, –131, –211, –212,
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a –213, –231, and –232 airplanes. This
Model BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–1A11 principal inspector, the manager of the local proposed AD was prompted by reports
airplanes, certificated in any category, serial flight standards district office/certificate of multiple angle of attack (AoA) probe
numbers 9002 through 9770 inclusive, 9772 holding district office. blockages. This proposed AD would
through 9781 inclusive, and 9998. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
require all elevator aileron computer
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
(d) Subject actions from a manufacturer, the action must (ELAC) units to be upgraded with new
be accomplished using a method approved software, or replaced with upgraded
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53, Fuselage. by the Manager, New York ACO Branch, units. We are proposing this AD to
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation address the unsafe condition on these
(e) Reason (TCCA); or Bombardier Inc.’s TCCA Design products.
This AD was prompted by reports of Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
DATES: We must receive comments on
multiple in-flight departures of the aft belly the DAO, the approval must include the
DAO-authorized signature. this proposed AD by August 6, 2018.
fairing access panels. We are issuing this AD
to prevent in-flight departures of the aft belly ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
(j) Related Information using the procedures found in 14 CFR
fairing access panels, which could result in
runway hazards or hazards to people on the (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
ground. Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian methods:
Airworthiness Directive CF–2017–31, dated • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with PROPOSALS
(f) Compliance September 22, 2017, for related information. http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Comply with this AD within the This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov
instructions for submitting comments.
compliance times specified, unless already • Fax: 202–493–2251.
done. by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2018–0546. • Mail: U.S. Department of
(g) Access Panel Modification (2) For more information about this AD, Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
Within 15 months after the effective date contact Andrea Jimenez, Aerospace Engineer, 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
of this AD, modify the aft belly fairing access Airframe and Mechanical Systems Section, W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
panels by replacing the attachments, in FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Washington, DC 20590.
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• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail date and may amend this NPRM based and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
address above between 9 a.m. and 5 on those comments. 0556.
p.m., Monday through Friday, except We will post all comments we Relationship of Proposed AD to AD
Federal holidays. receive, without change, to http://
For service information identified in 2016–17–03
www.regulations.gov, including any
this NPRM, contact Airbus, personal information you provide. We This NPRM does not propose to
Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1 Rond will also post a report summarizing each supersede AD 2016–17–03. Rather, we
Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac substantive verbal contact we receive have determined that a stand-alone AD
Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 about this NPRM. would be more appropriate to address
96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email the changes in the MCAI. This proposed
account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Discussion AD would require all ELAC units to be
internet http://www.airbus.com. You The European Aviation Safety Agency upgraded with new software, or
may view this service information at the (EASA), which is the Technical Agent replaced with upgraded units.
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 for the Member States of the European Accomplishment of the proposed
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For Union, has issued EASA AD 2018– actions would then terminate all of the
information on the availability of this 0007R1, dated January 19, 2018 requirements of AD 2016–17–03.
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (referred to after this as the Mandatory Related Service Information Under 1
Examining the AD Docket Continuing Airworthiness Information, CFR Part 51
or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
You may examine the AD docket on condition for all Airbus Model A318 Airbus has issued Service Bulletin
the internet at http:// series; Model A319 series; Model A320 A320–27–1263, Revision 00, dated April
www.regulations.gov by searching for series; and Model A321–111, –112, 28, 2017; and Service Bulletin A320–
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– –131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232 27–1264, Revision 00, dated April 28,
0556; or in person at the Docket airplanes. The MCAI states: 2017. The service information describes
Management Facility between 9 a.m. the upgrade or replacement of ELAC
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Occurrences were reported on multiple
Angle of Attack (AoA) probes blockages. units. These documents are distinct
except Federal holidays. The AD docket Investigation results indicated the need for because they apply to different airplane
contains this NPRM, the regulatory improved AoA monitoring in order to detect configurations.
evaluation, any comments received, and cases of AoA probe blockage. This service information is reasonably
other information. The street address for This condition, if not corrected, could lead available because the interested parties
the Docket Operations office (telephone to undue activation of the AoA protection, have access to it through their normal
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES reverting to manual control of the aeroplane, course of business or by the means
section. Comments will be available in which, under specific circumstances, could identified in the ADDRESSES section.
the AD docket shortly after receipt. result in reduced control of the aeroplane.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
To address this potential unsafe condition, FAA’s Determination and Requirements
Airbus developed several Elevator Aileron of This Proposed AD
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, Computer (ELAC) standards, i.e. ELAC units
International Section, Transport loaded with a specific software Part Number This product has been approved by
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South (P/N), and EASA issued AD 2017–0008, the aviation authority of another
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; retaining part of the requirements of EASA country, and is approved for operation
telephone 206–231–3223; fax 206–231– AD 2015–0088R1 [which corresponds to FAA in the United States. Pursuant to our
3398. AD 2016–17–03, Amendment 39–18616 (81 bilateral agreement with the State of
FR 55358, August 19, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–17– Design Authority, we have been notified
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
03’’)], which was superseded, and requiring of the unsafe condition described in the
Comments Invited an upgrade of all ELAC units with ELAC L99
standard, which introduces improvements in
MCAI and service information
We invite you to send any written the AoA probe monitoring for Current Engine referenced above. We are proposing this
relevant data, views, or arguments about Option (CEO) aeroplanes, and also AD because we evaluated all pertinent
this proposal. Send your comments to incorporates flight control aspects for New information and determined an unsafe
an address listed under the ADDRESSES Engine Option (NEO) aeroplanes. condition exists and is likely to exist or
section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– Since that [EASA] AD was issued, it was develop on other products of the same
2018–0556; Product Identifier 2018– determined that clarification is necessary for type designs.
NM–015–AD’’ at the beginning of your the Parts Installation requirements, and some
typographical (P/N) errors were detected. Costs of Compliance
comments. We specifically invite
This [EASA] AD is revised accordingly.
comments on the overall regulatory, We estimate that this proposed AD
economic, environmental, and energy You may examine the MCAI in the affects 1,250 airplanes of U.S. registry.
aspects of this NPRM. We will consider AD docket on the internet at http:// We estimate the following costs to
all comments received by the closing www.regulations.gov by searching for comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
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operators
Modification ................ 3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 ............. Up to $7,970 .............. Up to $8,225 .............. Up to $10,281,250
Authority for This Rulemaking rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
section 106, describes the authority of detail the scope of the Agency’s
Title 49 of the United States Code the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: authority.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
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We are issuing this rulemaking under 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (c) Applicability
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(4)
General requirements.’’ Under that 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in of this AD, certificated in any category, all
section, Congress charges the FAA with Alaska; and manufacturer serial numbers.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in 4. Will not have a significant (1) Model A318–111, –112, –121, and –122
air commerce by prescribing regulations economic impact, positive or negative, airplanes.
for practices, methods, and procedures on a substantial number of small entities (2) Model A319–111, –112, –113, –114,
the Administrator finds necessary for under the criteria of the Regulatory –115, –131, –132, and –133 airplanes.
safety in air commerce. This regulation Flexibility Act. (3) Model A320–211, –212, –214, –216,
is within the scope of that authority –231, –232, –233, –251N, and –271N
because it addresses an unsafe condition List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 airplanes.
that is likely to exist or develop on Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (4) Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211,
products identified in this rulemaking safety, Incorporation by reference, –212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes.
action. Safety.
This proposed AD is issued in (d) Subject
accordance with authority delegated by The Proposed Amendment Air Transport Association (ATA) of
the Executive Director, Aircraft America Code 27, Flight Controls.
Accordingly, under the authority
Certification Service, as authorized by delegated to me by the Administrator, (e) Reason
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part This AD was prompted by reports of
with that order, issuance of ADs is
39 as follows: multiple angle of attack (AoA) probe
normally a function of the Compliance
and Airworthiness Division, but during blockages. We are issuing this AD to address
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS the blockage of AoA probes. This condition,
this transition period, the Executive DIRECTIVES
Director has delegated the authority to if not corrected, could lead to undue
issue ADs applicable to transport activation of the AoA protection, reverting to
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 manual control of the airplane, which, under
category airplanes to the Director of the continues to read as follows:
System Oversight Division. specific circumstances, could result in
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. reduced control of the airplane.
Regulatory Findings
§ 39.13 [Amended] (f) Compliance
We determined that this proposed AD
would not have federalism implications ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Comply with this AD within the
the following new airworthiness compliance times specified, unless already
under Executive Order 13132. This
directive (AD): done.
proposed AD would not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on Airbus: Docket No. FAA–2018–0556; Product (g) Definition of Affected Elevator Aileron
the relationship between the national Identifier 2018–NM–015–AD. Computer (ELAC)
Government and the States, or on the (a) Comments Due Date For the purposes of this AD, ELAC units
distribution of power and having a part number (P/N) listed in table 1
We must receive comments by August 6,
responsibilities among the various 2018. to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD are
levels of government. hereafter referred to as ‘‘affected ELAC’’ in
For the reasons discussed above, I (b) Affected ADs
this AD.
certify this proposed regulation: This AD affects AD 2016–17–03, BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Amendment 39–18616 (81 FR 55358, August
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 19, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–17–03’’).
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159979 (installation of non-data-loadable (2) For more information about this AD, public comment on the disparate impact
ELAC L99 P/N 3945128217). contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, standard set forth in the final rule and
(ii) Airbus mod 160577 (installation of International Section, Transport Standards supplement, the burden-shifting
data-loadable ELAC P/N 3945129100 unit Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des
approach, the relevant definitions, the
with L101 software P/N 3945129112) or mod Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206–231–
3223; fax 206–231–3398. causation standard, and whether
162042 (installation of non-data-loadable
ELAC L101 P/N 3945128218). (3) For service information identified in changes to these or other provisions of
(2) An airplane on which any modification this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness the rule would be appropriate. HUD is
specified in paragraphs (k)(2)(i), (k)(2)(ii), or Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice also issuing this ANPR in response to
(k)(2)(iii) of this AD was done is not affected Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; public comments submitted on its May
by the requirements of paragraph (h) of this telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 15, 2017, Federal Register document
AD, provided it is determined that no 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ seeking input on ineffective regulations
affected ELAC is installed as of the effective airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com. and an October 26, 2017,
date of this AD. You may view this service information at the
recommendation from the Department
(i) A modification specified in Airbus FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For of the Treasury.
Service Bulletin A320–27–1267, Revision 00,
dated September 27, 2017 (ELAC L101 P/N information on the availability of this DATES: Comment Due Date: August 20,
3945128218 non-data-loadable). material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. You 2018.
(ii) A modification specified in Airbus may view this service information at the
Service Bulletin A320–27–1268, Revision 00, FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 ADDRESSES: Interested persons are
dated September 27, 2017 (ELAC P/N South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For invited to submit comments to the
3945129100 data-loadable with L101 information on the availability of this Office of the General Counsel, Rules
software P/N 3945129112 for A320 NEO). material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. Docket Clerk, Department of Housing
(iii) A modification specified in Airbus Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on June and Urban Development, 451 Seventh
Service Bulletin A320–27–1269, Revision 00, 7, 2018. Street SW, Room 10276, Washington,
dated September 27, 2017 (ELAC P/N DC 20410–0001. Communications
3945129100 data-loadable with L101 Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, should refer to the above docket number
software P/N 3945129112).
Aircraft Certification Service. and title and should contain the
(l) Terminating Action for AD 2016–17–03
[FR Doc. 2018–12885 Filed 6–19–18; 8:45 am] information specified in the ‘‘Request
Accomplishing the actions required by BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
for Comments’’ section. There are two
paragraph (h) of this AD or complying with methods for submitting public
any method of compliance specified in comments.
paragraph (k) of this AD terminates all 1. Submission of Comments by Mail.
requirements of AD 2016–17–03. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT Comments may be submitted by mail to
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions the Regulations Division, Office of
The following provisions also apply to this 24 CFR Part 100 General Counsel, Department of
AD: Housing and Urban Development, 451
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance [Docket No. FR–6111–A–01] 7th Street SW, Room 10276,
(AMOCs): The Manager, International RIN 2529–ZA01 Washington, DC 20410–0500. Due to
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, security measures at all federal agencies,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Reconsideration of HUD’s however, submission of comments by
AD, if requested using the procedures found Implementation of the Fair Housing mail often results in delayed delivery.
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR Act’s Disparate Impact Standard
39.19, send your request to your principal To ensure timely receipt of comments,
inspector or local Flight Standards District AGENCY: Office of the Assistant HUD recommends that comments
Office, as appropriate. If sending information Secretary for Fair Housing and Equal submitted by mail be submitted at least
directly to the International Section, send it Opportunity, HUD. two weeks in advance of the public
to the attention of the person identified in comment deadline.
paragraph (n)(2) of this AD. Information may ACTION: Advance notice of proposed
rulemaking. 2. Electronic Submission of
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-
Comments. Interested persons may
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate SUMMARY: This advance notice of submit comments electronically through
principal inspector, or lacking a principal proposed rulemaking (ANPR) invites the Federal eRulemaking Portal at
inspector, the manager of the local flight public comment on possible http://www.regulations.gov. HUD
standards district office/certificate holding amendments to HUD’s 2013 final rule strongly encourages commenters to
district office. implementing the Fair Housing Act’s submit comments electronically.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any disparate impact standard, as well as the Electronic submission of comments
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 2016 supplement to HUD’s responses to allows the commenter maximum time to
actions from a manufacturer, the action must prepare and submit a comment, ensures
certain insurance industry comments
be accomplished using a method approved
made during the rulemaking. HUD is timely receipt by HUD, and enables
by the Manager, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; reviewing the final rule and supplement HUD to make comments immediately
or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved by the to determine what changes, if any, are available to the public. Comments
DOA, the approval must include the DOA- appropriate following the Supreme submitted electronically through the
authorized signature. Court’s 2015 ruling in Texas http://www.regulations.gov website can
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Department of Housing and Community be viewed by other commenters and
(n) Related Information
Affairs v. Inclusive Communities interested members of the public.
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Commenters should follow instructions
Project, Inc., which held that disparate
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD provided on that site to submit
2018–0007R1, dated January 19, 2018, for impact claims were cognizable under
related information. This MCAI may be the Fair Housing Act and discussed comments electronically.
found in the AD docket on the internet at standards for, and the constitutional Note: To receive consideration as public
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for limitations on, such claims. As HUD comments, comments must be submitted
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0556. conducts its review, it is soliciting through one of the two methods specified
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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 August 6, 2018. | |
| Contact | Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206-231-3223; fax 206-231- 3398. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 28555 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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