83 FR 31650 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company 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 | 2018-14499 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 131 (Monday, July 9, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 31650-31653] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-14499] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0115; Product Identifier 2017-NM-110-AD; Amendment 39-19322; AD 2018-14-02] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports that additional areas of Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 flexible urethane foam were found during a routine inspection. This AD requires an inspection for foam insulation on the dripshield above the overhead panel support structure and replacement if necessary. For certain airplanes, this AD also requires replacement of foam insulation on the overhead panel support structure. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. [[Page 31651]] DATES: This AD is effective August 13, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of August 13, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this 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- 0115. 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- 0115; 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 Docket Operations, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3566; email: Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov. 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 The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on February 26, 2018 (83 FR 8199). The NPRM was prompted by reports that additional areas of BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam were found during a routine inspection. The NPRM proposed to require an inspection for foam insulation on the dripshield above the overhead panel support structure and replacement if necessary. For certain airplanes, the NPRM also proposed to require replacement of foam insulation on the overhead panel support structure. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Boeing and United Airlines stated that they supported the NPRM. Request To Correct a Typo in the Service Information Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that we correct a typo in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. DAL stated that during its review of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017, it found a typo in the instructions in step 4 of figures 1 and 3 in the ``More Data'' column. DAL stated that the instructions refer to Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) chapter ``777 AMM 23-92-02,'' but the correct chapter should be ``777 AMM 23-93-02.'' We agree with the commenter that there is a typo in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. The correct reference should be ``777 AMM 23-93-02.'' However, the typo is not in an ``RC'' (required for compliance) step in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017, and the AMM is provided only as a reference in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. Therefore, we have not changed this AD in this regard. 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 We reviewed Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. This service information describes procedures for a general visual inspection for foam insulation on the dripshield above the overhead panel support structure and replacement if necessary. This service information also describes procedures for replacement of foam insulation on the overhead panel support structure. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 132 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection and replacement of Up to 32 work-hours x $5,611 Up to $8,331...... Up to $1,099,692 foam insulation. $85 per hour = $2,720. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 [[Page 31652]] 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 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): 2018-14-02 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19322; Docket No. FAA- 2018-0115; Product Identifier 2017-NM-110-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective August 13, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, - 300, and -300ER series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/ furnishings. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports that additional areas of Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 flexible urethane foam were found during a routine inspection pursuant to a previously issued AD. The degradation of the foam over time increases the potential for an uncontrolled fire below the passenger compartment floor and other locations outside the areas covered by smoke detection and fire protection systems. We are issuing this AD to address BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam found in certain areas of an airplane, which, if exposed to an ignition source, could cause loss of control of the airplane during a fire. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection and Replacement of Foam Installation Except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD: At the applicable times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017, do all applicable actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. (h) Exception to Service Information Specifications For purposes of determining compliance with the requirements of this AD: Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25- 0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017, uses the phrase ``the original issue date of this service bulletin,'' this AD requires using ``the effective date of this AD.'' (i) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the corresponding actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, dated December 10, 2014. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(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. (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, Seattle ACO Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3566; email: Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. (l) 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 the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-25-0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial [[Page 31653]] Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (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 27, 2018. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-14499 Filed 7-6-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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responsibilities among the various (f) Compliance (2) You must use this service information
levels of government. Comply with this AD within the as applicable to do the actions required by
compliance times specified, unless already this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
For the reasons discussed above, I (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 100–49–04,
certify that this AD: done.
dated March 29, 2017.
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (g) Modification (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 350–49–
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, Within 30 months after the effective date 001, dated March 29, 2017.
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under of this AD: Modify the APU electronic (3) For Bombardier, Inc. service
control unit (ECU) wiring harness, in information identified in this AD, contact
the DOT Regulatory Policies and Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-Vertu Road West,
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, accordance with the Accomplishment
Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone
1979), Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin
514–855–5000; fax 514–855–7401; email
100–49–04, dated March 29, 2017 (for S/N
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation 20003 through 20500 inclusive); or
thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com; internet http://
in Alaska, and www.bombardier.com.
Bombardier Service Bulletin 350–49–001,
(4) You may view this service information
(4) Will not have a significant dated March 29, 2017 (for S/N 20501 through
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
economic impact, positive or negative, 20696 inclusive).
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
on a substantial number of small entities (h) Other FAA AD Provisions information on the availability of this
under the criteria of the Regulatory material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
The following provisions also apply to this
Flexibility Act. (5) You may view this service information
AD:
that is incorporated by reference at the
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
National Archives and Records
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Administration (NARA). For information on
Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve
the availability of this material at NARA, call
safety, Incorporation by reference, AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
202–741–6030, or go to: http://
Safety. procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
Adoption of the Amendment locations.html.
request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on June
Accordingly, under the authority 26, 2018.
appropriate. If sending information directly
delegated to me by the Administrator, to the manager of the certification office, Jeffrey E. Duven,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as send it to ATTN: Program Manager,
follows: Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New Certification Service.
York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue,
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS [FR Doc. 2018–14500 Filed 7–6–18; 8:45 am]
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone
DIRECTIVES 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
using any approved AMOC, notify your
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a
continues to read as follows: principal inspector, the manager of the local DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
flight standards district office/certificate
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Federal Aviation Administration
holding district office.
§ 39.13 [Amended] (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 14 CFR Part 39
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding actions from a manufacturer, the action must
be accomplished using a method approved [Docket No. FAA–2018–0115; Product
the following new airworthiness
by the Manager, New York ACO Branch, Identifier 2017–NM–110–AD; Amendment
directive (AD): 39–19322; AD 2018–14–02]
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation
2018–14–05 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design
39–19325; Docket No. FAA–2018–0274; RIN 2120–AA64
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
Product Identifier 2017–NM–128–AD. the DAO, the approval must include the Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
(a) Effective Date DAO-authorized signature. Company Airplanes
This AD is effective August 13, 2018. (i) Related Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(b) Affected ADs (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Administration (FAA), DOT.
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian ACTION: Final rule.
None.
Airworthiness Directive CF–2017–26, dated
(c) Applicability July 31, 2017, for related information. This SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Model BD–100–1A10 airplanes, certificated internet at http://www.regulations.gov by The Boeing Company Model 777–200,
in any category, serial numbers (S/Ns) 20003 searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
2018–0274.
–200LR, –300, and –300ER series
through 20500 inclusive and 20501 through airplanes. This AD was prompted by
20696 inclusive. (2) For more information about this AD,
contact Assata Dessaline, Aerospace reports that additional areas of Boeing
(d) Subject Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Material Specification (BMS) 8–39
Air Transport Association (ATA) of Services Section, New York ACO Branch, flexible urethane foam were found
America Code 49, Airborne auxiliary power. FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, during a routine inspection. This AD
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228– requires an inspection for foam
(e) Reason 7301; fax 516–794–5531; email 9-avs-nyaco- insulation on the dripshield above the
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This AD was prompted by reports of fire cos@faa.gov. overhead panel support structure and
incidents of the auxiliary power unit (APU) replacement if necessary. For certain
inlet, which caused tail cone damage after an (j) Material Incorporated by Reference
initial failed APU start followed by two or (1) The Director of the Federal Register airplanes, this AD also requires
more in-flight APU start attempts. We are approved the incorporation by reference replacement of foam insulation on the
issuing this AD to prevent failure of the APU (IBR) of the service information listed in this overhead panel support structure. We
inlet, which could result in a fire during paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR are issuing this AD to address the unsafe
flight. part 51. condition on these products.
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because it addresses an unsafe condition (a) Effective Date for this AD, if requested using the procedures
that is likely to exist or develop on This AD is effective August 13, 2018. found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with
products identified in this rulemaking 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
(b) Affected ADs principal inspector or local Flight Standards
action. District Office, as appropriate. If sending
This AD is issued in accordance with None.
information directly to the manager of the
authority delegated by the Executive (c) Applicability certification office, send it to the attention of
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, This AD applies to The Boeing Company the person identified in paragraph (k)(1) of
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. Model 777–200, –200LR, –300, and –300ER this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-
In accordance with that order, issuance series airplanes, certificated in any category, ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
of ADs is normally a function of the as identified in Boeing Special Attention (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
Compliance and Airworthiness Service Bulletin 777–25–0621, Revision 1, notify your appropriate principal inspector,
Division, but during this transition dated August 4, 2017. or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
period, the Executive Director has (d) Subject certificate holding district office.
delegated the authority to issue ADs (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
applicable to transport category America Code 25, Equipment/furnishings. level of safety may be used for any repair,
airplanes and associated appliances to modification, or alteration required by this
the Director of the System Oversight (e) Unsafe Condition AD if it is approved by the Boeing
Division. This AD was prompted by reports that Commercial Airplanes Organization
additional areas of Boeing Material Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
Regulatory Findings Specification (BMS) 8–39 flexible urethane been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO
This AD will not have federalism foam were found during a routine inspection Branch, to make those findings. To be
implications under Executive Order pursuant to a previously issued AD. The approved, the repair method, modification
degradation of the foam over time increases deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
13132. This AD will not have a the certification basis of the airplane, and the
the potential for an uncontrolled fire below
substantial direct effect on the States, on the passenger compartment floor and other approval must specifically refer to this AD.
the relationship between the national locations outside the areas covered by smoke (4) For service information that contains
government and the States, or on the detection and fire protection systems. We are steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions
distribution of power and issuing this AD to address BMS 8–39 flexible of paragraphs (j)(4)(i) and (j)(4)(ii) of this AD
responsibilities among the various urethane foam found in certain areas of an apply.
levels of government. airplane, which, if exposed to an ignition (i) The steps labeled as RC, including
For the reasons discussed above, I source, could cause loss of control of the substeps under an RC step and any figures
certify that this AD: airplane during a fire. identified in an RC step, must be done to
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory comply with the AD. If a step or substep is
(f) Compliance labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
Comply with this AD within the requirement is removed from that step or
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under compliance times specified, unless already substep. An AMOC is required for any
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures done. deviations to RC steps, including substeps
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), and identified figures.
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (g) Inspection and Replacement of Foam (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
in Alaska, and Installation deviated from using accepted methods in
(4) Will not have a significant Except as required by paragraph (h) of this accordance with the operator’s maintenance
economic impact, positive or negative, AD: At the applicable times specified in or inspection program without obtaining
on a substantial number of small entities paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
under the criteria of the Regulatory Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–25– including substeps and identified figures, can
0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, 2017, do still be done as specified, and the airplane
Flexibility Act.
all applicable actions identified as ‘‘RC’’ can be put back in an airworthy condition.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (required for compliance) in, and in
accordance with, the Accomplishment (k) Related Information
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Instructions of Boeing Special Attention (1) For more information about this AD,
safety, Incorporation by reference, Service Bulletin 777–25–0621, Revision 1, contact Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer,
Safety. dated August 4, 2017. Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems
Section, Seattle ACO Branch, FAA, 2200
Adoption of the Amendment (h) Exception to Service Information South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
Accordingly, under the authority Specifications phone and fax: 206–231–3566; email:
delegated to me by the Administrator, For purposes of determining compliance Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov.
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as with the requirements of this AD: Where (2) Service information identified in this
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin AD that is not incorporated by reference is
follows:
777–25–0621, Revision 1, dated August 4, available at the addresses specified in
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS 2017, uses the phrase ‘‘the original issue date paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD.
of this service bulletin,’’ this AD requires
DIRECTIVES using ‘‘the effective date of this AD.’’ (l) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (i) Credit for Previous Actions approved the incorporation by reference
continues to read as follows: This paragraph provides credit for the (IBR) of the service information listed in this
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. corresponding actions specified in paragraph paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
(g) of this AD, if those actions were part 51.
§ 39.13 [Amended] performed before the effective date of this AD (2) You must use this service information
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■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding using Boeing Special Attention Service as applicable to do the actions required by
Bulletin 777–25–0621, dated December 10, this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
the following new airworthiness (i) Boeing Special Attention Service
2014.
directive (AD): Bulletin 777–25–0621, Revision 1, dated
2018–14–02 The Boeing Company: (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance August 4, 2017.
Amendment 39–19322; Docket No. (AMOCs) (ii) Reserved.
FAA–2018–0115; Product Identifier (1) The Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, (3) For service information identified in
2017–NM–110–AD. FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
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Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Administration, 800 Independence The development of the Class E
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; airspace designated as a surface area at
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is Iowa County airport takes into
telephone 562–797–1717; internet https://
also available for inspection at the consideration and provides for terrain
www.myboeingfleet.com.
(4) You may view this service information National Archives and Records clearance within the airspace and
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, Administration (NARA). For provides for the protection of
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of FAA instrument procedures, taking other
information on the availability of this Order 7400.11B at NARA, call (202) obstacles, such as wind turbines, into
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. 741–6030, or go to https:// consideration; however, obstacle
(5) You may view this service information www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ avoidance is ultimately the
that is incorporated by reference at the ibr-locations.html. responsibility of the pilot in command.
National Archives and Records
FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace The air traffic services currently
Administration (NARA). For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, call Designations and Reporting Points, is provided by Chicago ARTCC will be the
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// published yearly and effective on same as previously provided; however,
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- September 15. those services will now be provided on
locations.html. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: a full-time basis.
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on June Jeffrey Claypool, Federal Aviation
27, 2018. Administration, Operations Support Airspace is not designed nor meant to
Group, Central Service Center, 10101 support noise abatement policies.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX Airspace is designed to support air
Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
76177; telephone (817) 222–5711. traffic services, provide protection for
Certification Service.
and improve the safety of IFR
[FR Doc. 2018–14499 Filed 7–6–18; 8:45 am] SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
operations. Therefore, noise abatement
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Authority for This Rulemaking policies were not taken into
consideration in this airspace
The FAA’s authority to issue rules
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION regarding aviation safety is found in amendment.
Title 49 of the United States Code. Class E airspace designations are
Federal Aviation Administration Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the published in paragraph 6002 of FAA
authority of the FAA Administrator. Order 7400.11B, dated August 3, 2017,
14 CFR Part 71 Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, and effective September 15, 2017, which
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0087; Airspace describes in more detail the scope of the is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
Docket No. 18–AGL–3] agency’s authority. This rulemaking is 71.1. The Class E airspace designations
promulgated under the authority listed in this document will be
RIN 2120–AA66 published subsequently in the Order.
described in Subtitle VII, Part A,
Amendment of Class E Airspace; Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that
Availability and Summary of
Mineral Point, WI section, the FAA is charged with
Documents for Incorporation by
prescribing regulations to assign the use
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Reference
of airspace necessary to ensure the
Administration (FAA), DOT. safety of aircraft and the efficient use of This document amends FAA Order
ACTION: Final rule. airspace. This regulation is within the 7400.11B, Airspace Designations and
scope of that authority as it amends Reporting Points, dated August 3, 2017,
SUMMARY: This action modifies Class E Class E airspace designated as a surface
airspace designated as a surface area at and effective September 15, 2017. FAA
area at Iowa County Airport, Mineral Order 7400.11B is publicly available as
Iowa County Airport, Mineral Point, WI, Point, WI, to support instrument flight
by making the airspace full-time and listed in the ADDRESSES section of this
rules (IFR) operations. document. FAA Order 7400.11B lists
removing the part-time status and
language from the airspace legal History Class A, B, C, D, and E airspace areas,
description. The Chicago Air Route air traffic service routes, and reporting
The FAA published a notice of points.
Traffic Control Center (ARTCC) proposed rulemaking in the Federal
requested this action. This action also Register (83 FR 9451; March 6, 2018) for The Rule
makes an editorial change to the Docket No. FAA–2018–0087 to amend
airspace description by removing the Class E airspace designated as a surface This amendment to Title 14 Code of
city from the airport name. area at Iowa County Airport, Mineral Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, September Point, WI, by changing the airspace to modifies Class E airspace designated as
13, 2018. The Director of the Federal full-time and removing the part-time a surface area at Iowa County Airport,
Register approves this incorporation by status and language from the airspace Mineral Point, WI, by making the
reference action under Title 1 Code of description. Interested parties were airspace full-time and removing the
Federal Regulations part 51, subject to invited to participate in this rulemaking part-time status language from the
the annual revision of FAA Order effort by submitting written comments airspace legal description. This
7400.11 and publication of conforming on the proposal to the FAA. One amendment is made at the request of
amendments. comment was received supporting the Chicago ARTCC.
sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES
ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11B, proposal with the understanding that This action also makes an editorial
Airspace Designations and Reporting the change would assist aircraft in the change by removing the name of the city
Points, and subsequent amendments can terminal environment with obstacle associated with the airport in the
be viewed online at http://www.faa.gov/ avoidance, separation services, and airspace legal description to comply
air_traffic/publications/. For further noise abatement. The FAA appreciates with a change to FAA Order 7400.2L,
information, you can contact the the support for this proposal and Procedures for Handling Airspace
Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation provides the following for clarification: Matters.
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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 | Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3566; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 31650 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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