83 FR 31646 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 131 (July 9, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 131 (July 9, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-14504 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 131 (Monday, July 9, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 31646-31648] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-14504] [[Page 31646]] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0270; Product Identifier 2017-NM-133-AD; Amendment 39-19324; AD 2018-14-04] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340- 300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that a functional test to ensure that there is no blockage of vent pipes was not done on the trim tank of certain airplanes during production. This AD requires doing a trim tank functional test, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective August 13, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 13, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; 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. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0270. 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- 0270; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647- 5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3229. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Airbus Model A330- 200 Freighter, A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 16, 2018 (83 FR 16245). The NPRM was prompted by a determination that a functional test to ensure that there is no blockage of vent pipes was not done on the trim tank of certain airplanes during production. The NPRM proposed to require doing a trim tank functional test, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address blocked vent pipes, which, in combination with a high level sensor failure, could lead to over- pressurization of the trim tank during refueling or aft fuel transfer. This condition could lead to trim tank rupture and consequent reduced control of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0152, dated August 17, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes. The MCAI states: It was discovered that the production functional test to verify the ``Tank Pressures during Refuel Overflow'' was not performed on the Trim Tank (TT) of A330 and A340 aeroplanes up to MSN [manufacturer serial number] 1711. This test ensures that there is no blockage of the vent pipes. This condition, if not corrected, could lead, in combination with a high level sensor failure, to an over-pressurisation of the TT during refueling or during aft fuel transfer, possibly resulting in a TT rupture and consequent reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus published Service Bulletin (SB) A330-28-3130, SB A340-28-4140 and SB A340-28- 5061, to provide functional test instructions. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time functional test of the TT overflow and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s). Corrective actions include a general visual inspection of the aperture leading to the flame arrestors (NACA duct), a detailed inspection of the flame arrestor, and blockage removal or repair of any discrepant NACA duct. 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- 0270. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. We have considered the comment received. The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), indicated its support for the NPRM. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed, except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus has issued the following service information: Service Bulletin A330-28-3130, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. Service Bulletin A340-28-4140, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. Service Bulletin A340-28-5061, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. This service information describes procedures for doing a trim tank overflow functional test, a general visual inspection of the aperture leading to the flame arrestors (NACA duct), a detailed inspection of the flame arrestor, and blockage removal or repair of discrepant NACA ducts. 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. [[Page 31647]] Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 97 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Functional test....................... 16 work-hours x $85 per $0 $1,360 $131,920 hour = $1,360. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary inspections that would be required based on the results of the functional test. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these inspections: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections................................... 2 work-hours x $85 per hour = $0 $170 $170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would allow us to provide cost estimates for the blockage removal or repair of a discrepant NACA duct specified in this AD. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2018-14-04 Airbus: Amendment 39-19324; Docket No. FAA-2018-0270; Product Identifier 2017-NM-133-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective August 13, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(7) of this AD, certificated in any category, manufacturer serial numbers 1 through 1711 inclusive. (1) Airbus Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes. (2) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes. (3) Airbus Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, - 342, and -343 airplanes. (4) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -213 airplanes. (5) Airbus Model A340-311, -312, and -313 airplanes. (6) Airbus Model A340-541 airplanes. (7) Airbus Model A340-642 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a determination that a functional test to ensure that there is no blockage of vent pipes was not done on the trim tank of certain airplanes during production. We are issuing this AD to address blocked vent pipes, which, in combination with a high level sensor failure, could lead to over-pressurization of the trim tank during refueling or aft fuel transfer. This condition could lead to trim tank rupture and consequent reduced control of the airplane. [[Page 31648]] (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Functional Test Within 42 months after the effective date of this AD, do a trim tank overflow functional test in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the service information specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(3), as applicable. (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-28-3130, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4140, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. (3) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-5061, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. (h) Corrective Actions (1) If, during the functional test required by paragraph (g) of this AD, the trim tank maximum allowable pressure is exceeded: Before further flight, contact the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA) to obtain instructions for corrective actions, and within the compliance time indicated in those instructions accomplish the corrective actions accordingly. (2) If, during the functional test required by paragraph (g) of this AD, the trim surge tank maximum allowable pressure is exceeded: Before further flight, do a general visual inspection of the aperture leading to the flame arrestors (NACA duct) and do a detailed inspection of the flame arrestor in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-28-3130, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28- 4140, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-5061, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; as applicable. (3) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, any discrepancy (blockage or damage of the NACA duct) is found: Before further flight, accomplish the applicable corrective actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-28-3130, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4140, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-5061, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; as applicable. (i) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA- authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0152, dated August 17, 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-2018-0270. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3229. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-28-3130, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-4140, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-28-5061, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; internet http://www.airbus.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on June 26, 2018. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-14504 Filed 7-6-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION comments received, and other A330–28–3130, SB A340–28–4140 and SB
information. The address for Docket A340–28–5061, to provide functional test
Federal Aviation Administration Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is in instructions.
the ADDRESSES section. Comments will For the reasons described above, this
14 CFR Part 39 [EASA] AD requires a one-time functional
be available in the AD docket shortly test of the TT overflow and, depending on
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0270; Product after receipt. findings, accomplishment of applicable
Identifier 2017–NM–133–AD; Amendment FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: corrective action(s).
39–19324; AD 2018–14–04] Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
Corrective actions include a general
RIN 2120–AA64 International Section, Transport
visual inspection of the aperture leading
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
to the flame arrestors (NACA duct), a
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
detailed inspection of the flame arrestor,
Airplanes telephone and fax 206–231–3229.
and blockage removal or repair of any
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: discrepant NACA duct.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of Discussion You may examine the MCAI in the
Transportation (DOT). AD docket on the internet at http://
We issued a notice of proposed
ACTION: Final rule. www.regulations.gov by searching for
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
part 39 by adding an AD that would
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new 0270.
apply to certain Airbus Model A330–
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
200 Freighter, A330–200, A330–300, Comments
Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter,
A340–200, A340–300, A340–500, and
A330–200, A330–300, A340–200, A340– We gave the public the opportunity to
A340–600 series airplanes. The NPRM
300, A340–500, and A340–600 series participate in developing this final rule.
published in the Federal Register on
airplanes. This AD was prompted by a We have considered the comment
April 16, 2018 (83 FR 16245). The
determination that a functional test to received. The Air Line Pilots
NPRM was prompted by a
ensure that there is no blockage of vent Association, International (ALPA),
determination that a functional test to
pipes was not done on the trim tank of indicated its support for the NPRM.
ensure that there is no blockage of vent
certain airplanes during production. Conclusion
pipes was not done on the trim tank of
This AD requires doing a trim tank
certain airplanes during production. We reviewed the relevant data,
functional test, and corrective actions if
The NPRM proposed to require doing a considered the comments received, and
necessary. We are issuing this AD to
trim tank functional test, and corrective determined that air safety and the
address the unsafe condition on these
actions if necessary. public interest require adopting this
products.
We are issuing this AD to address final rule as proposed, except for minor
DATES: This AD is effective August 13, blocked vent pipes, which, in editorial changes. We have determined
2018. combination with a high level sensor
The Director of the Federal Register that these minor changes:
failure, could lead to over-
approved the incorporation by reference pressurization of the trim tank during • Are consistent with the intent that
of certain publications listed in this AD was proposed in the NPRM for
refueling or aft fuel transfer. This
as of August 13, 2018. addressing the unsafe condition; and
condition could lead to trim tank
ADDRESSES: For service information rupture and consequent reduced control • Do not add any additional burden
identified in this final rule, contact of the airplane. upon the public than was already
Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office— The European Aviation Safety Agency proposed in the NPRM.
EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: (EASA), which is the Technical Agent Related Service Information Under 1
2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; for the Member States of the European CFR Part 51
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Directive 2017–0152, dated August 17, Airbus has issued the following
61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330-
2017 (referred to after this as the service information:
A340@airbus.com; internet http://
www.airbus.com. You may view this Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness • Service Bulletin A330–28–3130,
service information at the FAA, Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017.
Transport Standards Branch, 2200 an unsafe condition for certain Airbus • Service Bulletin A340–28–4140,
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For Model A330–200 Freighter, A330–200, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017.
information on the availability of this A330–300, A340–200, A340–300, A340– • Service Bulletin A340–28–5061,
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. 500, and A340–600 series airplanes. The Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017.
It is also available on the internet at MCAI states: This service information describes
http://www.regulations.gov by searching It was discovered that the production
procedures for doing a trim tank
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– functional test to verify the ‘‘Tank Pressures overflow functional test, a general visual
0270. during Refuel Overflow’’ was not performed inspection of the aperture leading to the
on the Trim Tank (TT) of A330 and A340 flame arrestors (NACA duct), a detailed
Examining the AD Docket aeroplanes up to MSN [manufacturer serial inspection of the flame arrestor, and
You may examine the AD docket on number] 1711. This test ensures that there is blockage removal or repair of discrepant
the internet at http:// no blockage of the vent pipes. NACA ducts. These documents are
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www.regulations.gov by searching for This condition, if not corrected, could lead, distinct since they apply to different
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– in combination with a high level sensor airplane models. This service
failure, to an over-pressurisation of the TT
0270; or in person at Docket Operations during refueling or during aft fuel transfer,
information is reasonably available
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday possibly resulting in a TT rupture and because the interested parties have
through Friday, except Federal holidays. consequent reduced control of the aeroplane. access to it through their normal course
The AD docket contains this final rule, To address this potential unsafe condition, of business or by the means identified
the regulatory evaluation, any Airbus published Service Bulletin (SB) in the ADDRESSES section.
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Costs of Compliance We estimate the following costs to
We estimate that this AD affects 97 comply with this AD:
airplanes of U.S. registry.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Functional test ................................................. 16 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,360 ........ $0 $1,360 $131,920
We estimate the following costs to do required based on the results of the determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary inspections that would be functional test. We have no way of might need these inspections:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Inspections .................................................................... 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ........................... $0 $170
We have received no definitive data Regulatory Findings § 39.13 [Amended]
that would allow us to provide cost
estimates for the blockage removal or This AD will not have federalism ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
implications under Executive Order the following new airworthiness
repair of a discrepant NACA duct
13132. This AD will not have a directive (AD):
specified in this AD.
substantial direct effect on the States, on 2018–14–04 Airbus: Amendment 39–19324;
Authority for This Rulemaking the relationship between the national Docket No. FAA–2018–0270; Product
government and the States, or on the Identifier 2017–NM–133–AD.
Title 49 of the United States Code distribution of power and
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue (a) Effective Date
responsibilities among the various
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, levels of government. This AD is effective August 13, 2018.
section 106, describes the authority of (b) Affected ADs
For the reasons discussed above, I
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
certify that this AD: None.
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (c) Applicability
authority. action’’ under Executive Order 12866, This AD applies to the airplanes identified
We are issuing this rulemaking under (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(7) of this AD,
the authority described in Subtitle VII, the DOT Regulatory Policies and certificated in any category, manufacturer
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, serial numbers 1 through 1711 inclusive.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (1) Airbus Model A330–223F and –243F
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that 1979),
airplanes.
section, Congress charges the FAA with (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (2) Airbus Model A330–201, –202, –203,
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in in Alaska, and –223, and –243 airplanes.
air commerce by prescribing regulations (4) Will not have a significant (3) Airbus Model A330–301, –302, –303,
for practices, methods, and procedures economic impact, positive or negative, –321, –322, –323, –341, –342, and –343
the Administrator finds necessary for on a substantial number of small entities airplanes.
safety in air commerce. This regulation under the criteria of the Regulatory (4) Airbus Model A340–211, –212, –213
is within the scope of that authority airplanes.
Flexibility Act.
(5) Airbus Model A340–311, –312, and
because it addresses an unsafe condition
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 –313 airplanes.
that is likely to exist or develop on (6) Airbus Model A340–541 airplanes.
products identified in this rulemaking Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (7) Airbus Model A340–642 airplanes.
action. safety, Incorporation by reference,
(d) Subject
This AD is issued in accordance with Safety.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
authority delegated by the Executive Adoption of the Amendment America Code 28, Fuel.
Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. Accordingly, under the authority (e) Reason
In accordance with that order, issuance delegated to me by the Administrator, This AD was prompted by a determination
of ADs is normally a function of the the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as that a functional test to ensure that there is
Compliance and Airworthiness follows: no blockage of vent pipes was not done on
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Division, but during this transition the trim tank of certain airplanes during
period, the Executive Director has PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS production. We are issuing this AD to
DIRECTIVES address blocked vent pipes, which, in
delegated the authority to issue ADs combination with a high level sensor failure,
applicable to transport category could lead to over-pressurization of the trim
airplanes and associated appliances to ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
tank during refueling or aft fuel transfer. This
the Director of the System Oversight continues to read as follows: condition could lead to trim tank rupture and
Division. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. consequent reduced control of the airplane.
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(f) Compliance approved AMOC, notify your appropriate Administration (NARA). For information on
Comply with this AD within the principal inspector, or lacking a principal the availability of this material at NARA, call
compliance times specified, unless already inspector, the manager of the local flight 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
done. standards district office/certificate holding www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
district office. locations.html.
(g) Functional Test (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on June
Within 42 months after the effective date requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 26, 2018.
of this AD, do a trim tank overflow functional actions from a manufacturer, the action must
Jeffrey E. Duven,
test in accordance with the Accomplishment be accomplished using a method approved
Instructions of the service information by the Manager, International Section, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(3), Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; Certification Service.
as applicable. or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved by the [FR Doc. 2018–14504 Filed 7–6–18; 8:45 am]
(1) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–28–3130, DOA, the approval must include the DOA- BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. authorized signature.
(2) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–28–4140, (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any
Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. service information contains procedures or DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(3) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–28–5061, tests that are identified as RC, those
Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. procedures and tests must be done to comply Federal Aviation Administration
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are
(h) Corrective Actions not identified as RC are recommended. Those
(1) If, during the functional test required by
14 CFR Part 39
procedures and tests that are not identified
paragraph (g) of this AD, the trim tank as RC may be deviated from using accepted [Docket No. FAA–2018–0274; Product
maximum allowable pressure is exceeded: methods in accordance with the operator’s Identifier 2017–NM–128–AD; Amendment
Before further flight, contact the Manager, maintenance or inspection program without 39–19325; AD 2018–14–05]
International Section, Transport Standards obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation the procedures and tests identified as RC can RIN 2120–AA64
Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus’s EASA be done and the airplane can be put back in
Design Organization Approval (DOA) to an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
obtain instructions for corrective actions, and changes to procedures or tests identified as Inc., Airplanes
within the compliance time indicated in RC require approval of an AMOC. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
those instructions accomplish the corrective
actions accordingly. (j) Related Information Administration (FAA), Department of
(2) If, during the functional test required by (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Transportation (DOT).
paragraph (g) of this AD, the trim surge tank Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD ACTION: Final rule.
maximum allowable pressure is exceeded: 2017–0152, dated August 17, 2017, for
Before further flight, do a general visual related information. This MCAI may be SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
inspection of the aperture leading to the found in the AD docket on the internet at airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
flame arrestors (NACA duct) and do a http://www.regulations.gov by searching for Bombardier, Inc., Model BD–100–1A10
detailed inspection of the flame arrestor in and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0270. airplanes. This AD was prompted by
accordance with the Accomplishment (2) For more information about this AD, reports of fire incidents of the auxiliary
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace power unit (APU) inlet, which caused
28–3130, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; Engineer, International Section, Transport tail cone damage after an initial failed
Airbus Service Bulletin A340–28–4140, Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th APU start followed by two or more in-
Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; or Airbus St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and
Service Bulletin A340–28–5061, Revision 00, fax 206–231–3229.
flight APU start attempts. This AD
dated May 18, 2017; as applicable. requires modification of the APU
(3) If, during any inspection required by (k) Material Incorporated by Reference electronic control unit (ECU) wiring
paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, any discrepancy (1) The Director of the Federal Register harness. We are issuing this AD to
(blockage or damage of the NACA duct) is approved the incorporation by reference address the unsafe condition on these
found: Before further flight, accomplish the (IBR) of the service information listed in this products.
applicable corrective actions in accordance paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51. DATES: This AD is effective August 13,
with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330–28–3130, (2) You must use this service information 2018.
Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017; Airbus as applicable to do the actions required by The Director of the Federal Register
Service Bulletin A340–28–4140, Revision 00, this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. approved the incorporation by reference
dated May 18, 2017; or Airbus Service (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–28–3130, of certain publications listed in this AD
Bulletin A340–28–5061, Revision 00, dated Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. as of August 13, 2018.
May 18, 2017; as applicable. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–28–4140, ADDRESSES: For service information
Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017. identified in this final rule, contact
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–28–
Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-Vertu Road
The following provisions also apply to this 5061, Revision 00, dated May 18, 2017.
AD: (3) For service information identified in West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, Canada;
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–855–
(AMOCs): The Manager, International Office—EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine 7401; email thd.crj@
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; aero.bombardier.com; internet http://
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 www.bombardier.com. You may view
AD, if requested using the procedures found 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330-A340@ this service information at the FAA,
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com. Transport Standards Branch, 2200
sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES
39.19, send your request to your principal (4) You may view this service information South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
inspector or local Flight Standards District at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
information on the availability of this
Office, as appropriate. If sending information 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
directly to the International Section, send it information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
to the attention of the person identified in material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. It is also available on the internet at
paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. Information may (5) You may view this service information http://www.regulations.gov by searching
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- that is incorporated by reference at the for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any National Archives and Records 0274.
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective August 13, 2018. | |
| Contact | Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3229. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 31646 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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