83 FR 31911 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 132 (July 10, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 132 (July 10, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-14694 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 132 (Tuesday, July 10, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 31911-31913] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-14694] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0589; Product Identifier 2018-NM-021-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A318 and A319 series airplanes; Model A320- 211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, - 112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of false resolution advisories (RAs) from certain traffic collision avoidance systems (TCASs). This proposed AD would require modification or replacement of certain TCAS processors. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by August 24, 2018. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Honeywell Aerospace, Technical Publications and Distribution, M/S 2101-201, P.O. Box 52170, Phoenix, AZ 85072-2170; phone: 602-365-5535; fax: 602-365- 5577; internet: http://www.honeywell.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- 0589; 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: Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794-5531. 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-2018-0589; Product Identifier 2018-NM-021-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 2017-0196, dated October 5, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus SAS Model A318 and A319 series airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The MCAI states: Since 2012, a number of false TCAS resolution advisories (RA) have been reported by various European Air Navigation Service Providers. EASA has published certification guidance material for collision avoidance systems (AMC 20-15) which defines a false TCAS RA as an RA that is issued, but the RA condition does not exist. It is possible that more false (or spurious) RA events have occurred, but were not recorded or reported. The known events were mainly occurring on Airbus single-aisle (A320 family) aeroplanes, although several events have also occurred on Airbus A330 aeroplanes. Investigation determined that the false RAs are caused on aeroplanes with a Honeywell TPA-100B TCAS processor installed, P/N [part number] 940-0351-001. This was caused by a combination of three factors: (1) Hybrid surveillance enabled; (2) processor connected to a hybrid GPS [global positioning system] source, without a direct connection to a GPS source; and (3) an encounter with an intruder aeroplane with noisy (jumping) ADS-B Out position. EASA previously published Safety Information Bulletin (SIB) 2014-33 to inform owners and operators of affected aeroplanes about this safety concern. At that time, the false RAs were not considered an unsafe condition. Since the SIB was issued, further events have been reported, involving a third aeroplane. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to a loss of separation with other aeroplanes, possibly resulting in a mid-air collision. Prompted by these latest findings, and after review of the available information, EASA reassessed the severity and rate of occurrence of false RAs and has decided that mandatory action must be taken to reduce the rate of occurrence, and the risk of loss of separation with other aeroplanes. Honeywell International Inc. published Service Bulletin (SB) 940-0351-34-0005 [Publication Number D201611000002] to provide instructions for an upgrade, introducing software version 05/01, changing the processor unit to P/N 940-0351- 005. EASA previously issued AD 2017-0091 (later revised) to address the unsafe condition on aeroplanes that had the P/N 940-0351-001 processor installed by Airbus major change or SB. However, part of the fleet had the same P/N installed by STC [supplemental type certificate]. The relevant STC approval holders (see section Remarks of this [EASA] AD for contact details) have been notified and modification instructions (see section Ref. Publications of this [EASA] AD) can be obtained from those companies. For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD requires modification or [[Page 31912]] replacement of Honeywell TPA-100B P/N 940-0351-001 TCAS processors. This [EASA] AD also prohibits installation of those processors on post-mod aeroplanes. 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- 0589. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 H4 Aerospace has issued Service Bulletin H4ASB009, Issue 1, dated September 18, 2017, and PMV Engineering has issued Service Bulletin AVI-00690-SB-S99-R01, Revision 01, dated October 5, 2017. This service information, provided by the applicable design change FAA STC approval holders, describes the modification or replacement of the Honeywell TPA-100B TCAS processor. These documents are distinct because they apply to different STCs on the airplanes. 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. Other Related Service Information Honeywell has issued Service Bulletin 940-0351-34-0005, Revision 2, dated December 1, 2017. This service information describes procedures for updating the software of the Honeywell TPA-100B TCAS processor either on the airplane or at an authorized service center. 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 these same type designs. Differences Between This Proposed AD and the MCAI or Service Information The applicability of the MCAI includes Airbus SAS models that are modified by certain STCs. However, of these STCs, only H4 Aerospace STC ST03708NY and PMV Engineering STC ST03835NY are validated by the FAA. Although the Airbus SAS Model A320-216 is included in the applicability of the MCAI, it is not included in the applicability of this proposed AD because it is not modified by these two FAA-validated STCs. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 1209 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.................... 1 work-hour x $85 Up to $1,623...... Up to $1,708...... Up to $2,064,972. per hour = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Estimated Costs for Optional Actions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement................................ 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85... $121,993 $122,078 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this proposed AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This proposed AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, [[Page 31913]] 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 SAS: Docket No. FAA-2018-0589; Product Identifier 2018-NM- 021-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by August 24, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus SAS airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(4) of this AD, certificated in any category, if modified by H4 Aerospace supplemental type certificate (STC) ST03708NY (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgSTC.nsf/0/581702F96EC93ACF86257FEA00689E6B?OpenDocument&Highlight=st03708ny) or PMV Engineering STC ST03835NY (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/06E4A762C1FDF8048625807D006457C7?OpenDocument&Highlight=st03835ny). (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, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes (4) Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 34, Navigation. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of false resolution advisories (RAs) from certain traffic collision avoidance systems (TCASs). We are issuing this AD to address the occurrence of false RAs from the TCAS, which could lead to a loss of separation from other airplanes, possibly resulting in a mid-air collision. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Definition of an Affected TCAS Processor For the purposes of this AD, an affected TCAS processor is defined as a Honeywell TPA-100B TCAS processor having part number (P/N) 940-0351-001. (h) Modification or Replacement of TCAS Processor Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD: Update the software of the affected TCAS processor and change the part number to P/N 940-0351-005, or replace the affected TCAS processor with a TPA-100B TCAS processor P/N 940-0351-005, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of H4 Aerospace Service Bulletin H4ASB009, Issue 1, dated September 18, 2017; or PMV Engineering Service Bulletin AVI-00690-SB-S99-R01, Revision 01, dated October 5, 2017, as applicable. Note 1 to paragraph (h) of this AD: Guidance for accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD can be found in Honeywell Service Bulletin 940-0351-34-0005, Revision 2, dated December 1, 2017. (i) Parts Installation Prohibition After modification or replacement of the TCAS processor as required by paragraph (h) of this AD, no person may install on that airplane an affected TCAS processor, as defined in paragraph (g) of this AD. (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York 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 ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. 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, New York ACO Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0196, dated October 5, 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-2018-0589. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794- 5531. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Honeywell Aerospace, Technical Publications and Distribution, M/S 2101-201, P.O. Box 52170, Phoenix, AZ 85072-2170; phone: 602-365- 5535; fax: 602-365-5577; internet: http://www.honeywell.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on July 3, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-14694 Filed 7-9-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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business day of the third calendar • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail for the Member States of the European
quarter following the calendar quarter in address above between 9 a.m. and 5 Union, has issued EASA AD 2017–0196,
which such central counterparty meets p.m., Monday through Friday, except dated October 5, 2017 (referred to after
the dollar threshold specified in Federal holidays. this as the Mandatory Continuing
Paragraph (b)(2).2 For service information identified in Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
this NPRM, contact Honeywell MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
Aerospace, Technical Publications and for certain Airbus SAS Model A318 and
Kenneth J. Phelan,
Distribution, M/S 2101–201, P.O. Box A319 series airplanes; Model A320–211,
Acting Director, Office of Financial Research. 52170, Phoenix, AZ 85072–2170; phone: –212, –214, –231, –232, and –233
[FR Doc. 2018–14706 Filed 7–9–18; 8:45 am] 602–365–5535; fax: 602–365–5577; airplanes; and Model A321–111, –112,
BILLING CODE 4810–25–P–P internet: http://www.honeywell.com. –131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232
You may view this service information airplanes. The MCAI states:
at the FAA, Transport Standards
Since 2012, a number of false TCAS
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des resolution advisories (RA) have been
Moines, WA. For information on the reported by various European Air Navigation
Federal Aviation Administration availability of this material at the FAA, Service Providers. EASA has published
call 206–231–3195. certification guidance material for collision
14 CFR Part 39 avoidance systems (AMC 20–15) which
Examining the AD Docket defines a false TCAS RA as an RA that is
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0589; Product You may examine the AD docket on issued, but the RA condition does not exist.
Identifier 2018–NM–021–AD] the internet at http:// It is possible that more false (or spurious) RA
www.regulations.gov by searching for events have occurred, but were not recorded
RIN 2120–AA64 or reported. The known events were mainly
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– occurring on Airbus single-aisle (A320
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS 0589; or in person at the Docket family) aeroplanes, although several events
Airplanes Management Facility between 9 a.m. have also occurred on Airbus A330
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, aeroplanes. Investigation determined that the
AGENCY: Federal Aviation except Federal holidays. The AD docket false RAs are caused on aeroplanes with a
Administration (FAA), DOT. contains this NPRM, the regulatory Honeywell TPA–100B TCAS processor
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking evaluation, any comments received, and installed, P/N [part number] 940–0351–001.
(NPRM). other information. The street address for This was caused by a combination of three
factors: (1) Hybrid surveillance enabled; (2)
the Docket Operations office (telephone processor connected to a hybrid GPS [global
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain positioning system] source, without a direct
section. Comments will be available in connection to a GPS source; and (3) an
Airbus SAS Model A318 and A319 the AD docket shortly after receipt. encounter with an intruder aeroplane with
series airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, noisy (jumping) ADS–B Out position.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
–214, –231, –232, and –233 airplanes; EASA previously published Safety
Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace
and Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211, Information Bulletin (SIB) 2014–33 to inform
Engineer, Avionics and Administrative
–212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes. owners and operators of affected aeroplanes
Services Section, FAA, New York ACO about this safety concern. At that time, the
This proposed AD was prompted by
Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite false RAs were not considered an unsafe
reports of false resolution advisories
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone condition. Since the SIB was issued, further
(RAs) from certain traffic collision
516–228–7367; fax 516–794–5531. events have been reported, involving a third
avoidance systems (TCASs). This aeroplane.
proposed AD would require SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
modification or replacement of certain Comments Invited to a loss of separation with other aeroplanes,
TCAS processors. We are proposing this We invite you to send any written possibly resulting in a mid-air collision.
AD to address the unsafe condition on relevant data, views, or arguments about Prompted by these latest findings, and after
these products. review of the available information, EASA
this proposal. Send your comments to reassessed the severity and rate of occurrence
DATES: We must receive comments on an address listed under the ADDRESSES of false RAs and has decided that mandatory
this proposed AD by August 24, 2018. section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– action must be taken to reduce the rate of
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, 2018–0589; Product Identifier 2018– occurrence, and the risk of loss of separation
using the procedures found in 14 CFR NM–021–AD’’ at the beginning of your with other aeroplanes. Honeywell
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following comments. We specifically invite International Inc. published Service Bulletin
methods: comments on the overall regulatory, (SB) 940–0351–34–0005 [Publication Number
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to D201611000002] to provide instructions for
economic, environmental, and energy
an upgrade, introducing software version 05/
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the aspects of this NPRM. We will consider 01, changing the processor unit to P/N 940–
instructions for submitting comments. all comments received by the closing 0351–005.
• Fax: 202–493–2251. date and may amend this NPRM based EASA previously issued AD 2017–0091
• Mail: U.S. Department of on those comments. (later revised) to address the unsafe condition
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– We will post all comments we on aeroplanes that had the P/N 940–0351–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room receive, without change, to http:// 001 processor installed by Airbus major
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, www.regulations.gov, including any change or SB. However, part of the fleet had
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Washington, DC 20590. personal information you provide. We the same P/N installed by STC [supplemental
type certificate]. The relevant STC approval
will also post a report summarizing each holders (see section Remarks of this [EASA]
2 For example, a central counterparty that meets substantive verbal contact we receive AD for contact details) have been notified
the dollar threshold specified in Paragraph (b)(2) in about this NPRM.
a calendar quarter ending March 31 will become a
and modification instructions (see section
covered reporter subject to the reporting Discussion Ref. Publications of this [EASA] AD) can be
requirements pursuant to this Section on the obtained from those companies.
following October 1 and will be required to submit The European Aviation Safety Agency For the reason described above, this
its first report on that date. (EASA), which is the Technical Agent [EASA] AD requires modification or
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replacement of Honeywell TPA–100B P/N available because the interested parties AD because we evaluated all pertinent
940–0351–001 TCAS processors. This have access to it through their normal information and determined an unsafe
[EASA] AD also prohibits installation of course of business or by the means condition exists and is likely to exist or
those processors on post-mod aeroplanes. identified in the ADDRESSES section. develop on other products of these same
You may examine the MCAI in the type designs.
Other Related Service Information
AD docket on the internet at http://
Honeywell has issued Service Differences Between This Proposed AD
www.regulations.gov by searching for
Bulletin 940–0351–34–0005, Revision 2, and the MCAI or Service Information
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
0589. dated December 1, 2017. This service The applicability of the MCAI
information describes procedures for includes Airbus SAS models that are
Related Service Information Under 1 modified by certain STCs. However, of
updating the software of the Honeywell
CFR Part 51 these STCs, only H4 Aerospace STC
TPA–100B TCAS processor either on
H4 Aerospace has issued Service the airplane or at an authorized service ST03708NY and PMV Engineering STC
Bulletin H4ASB009, Issue 1, dated center. ST03835NY are validated by the FAA.
September 18, 2017, and PMV Although the Airbus SAS Model A320–
Engineering has issued Service Bulletin FAA’s Determination and Requirements
216 is included in the applicability of
AVI–00690–SB–S99–R01, Revision 01, of This Proposed AD
the MCAI, it is not included in the
dated October 5, 2017. This service This product has been approved by applicability of this proposed AD
information, provided by the applicable the aviation authority of another because it is not modified by these two
design change FAA STC approval country, and is approved for operation FAA-validated STCs.
holders, describes the modification or in the United States. Pursuant to our
replacement of the Honeywell TPA– bilateral agreement with the State of Costs of Compliance
100B TCAS processor. These documents Design Authority, we have been notified We estimate that this proposed AD
are distinct because they apply to of the unsafe condition described in the affects 1209 airplanes of U.S. registry.
different STCs on the airplanes. This MCAI and service information We estimate the following costs to
service information is reasonably referenced above. We are proposing this comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators
Modification ................ 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................. Up to $1,623 .............. Up to $1,708 .............. Up to $2,064,972.
ESTIMATED COSTS FOR OPTIONAL ACTIONS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Replacement .................................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ............................................................ $121,993 $122,078
According to the manufacturer, some safety in air commerce. This regulation Government and the States, or on the
of the costs of this proposed AD may be is within the scope of that authority distribution of power and
covered under warranty, thereby because it addresses an unsafe condition responsibilities among the various
reducing the cost impact on affected that is likely to exist or develop on levels of government.
individuals. We do not control warranty products identified in this rulemaking For the reasons discussed above, I
coverage for affected individuals. As a action. certify this proposed regulation:
result, we have included all costs in our This proposed AD is issued in 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
cost estimate. accordance with authority delegated by action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
the Executive Director, Aircraft 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
Authority for This Rulemaking Certification Service, as authorized by DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
Title 49 of the United States Code FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue with that order, issuance of ADs is 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, normally a function of the Compliance Alaska; and
section 106, describes the authority of and Airworthiness Division, but during 4. Will not have a significant
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: this transition period, the Executive economic impact, positive or negative,
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more Director has delegated the authority to on a substantial number of small entities
detail the scope of the Agency’s issue ADs applicable to transport under the criteria of the Regulatory
authority. category airplanes to the Director of the Flexibility Act.
We are issuing this rulemaking under System Oversight Division.
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the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Regulatory Findings Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
General requirements.’’ Under that We determined that this proposed AD safety, Incorporation by reference,
section, Congress charges the FAA with would not have federalism implications Safety.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in under Executive Order 13132. This
air commerce by prescribing regulations proposed AD would not have a The Proposed Amendment
for practices, methods, and procedures substantial direct effect on the States, on Accordingly, under the authority
the Administrator finds necessary for the relationship between the national delegated to me by the Administrator,
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the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part (h) Modification or Replacement of TCAS Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–
39 as follows: Processor 7367; fax 516–794–5531.
Within 12 months after the effective date (3) For service information identified in
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS of this AD: Update the software of the this AD, contact Honeywell Aerospace,
Technical Publications and Distribution, M/
DIRECTIVES affected TCAS processor and change the part
S 2101–201, P.O. Box 52170, Phoenix, AZ
number to P/N 940–0351–005, or replace the
85072–2170; phone: 602–365–5535; fax: 602–
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 affected TCAS processor with a TPA–100B
365–5577; internet: http://
continues to read as follows: TCAS processor P/N 940–0351–005, in www.honeywell.com. You may view this
accordance with the Accomplishment service information at the FAA, Transport
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Instructions of H4 Aerospace Service Bulletin Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des
H4ASB009, Issue 1, dated September 18, Moines, WA. For information on the
§ 39.13 [Amended] 2017; or PMV Engineering Service Bulletin availability of this material at the FAA, call
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding AVI–00690–SB–S99–R01, Revision 01, dated 206–231–3195.
October 5, 2017, as applicable.
the following new airworthiness Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on July
directive (AD): Note 1 to paragraph (h) of this AD:
3, 2018.
Guidance for accomplishing the actions
Airbus SAS: Docket No. FAA–2018–0589; required by paragraph (h) of this AD can be Michael Kaszycki,
Product Identifier 2018–NM–021–AD. found in Honeywell Service Bulletin 940– Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
0351–34–0005, Revision 2, dated December Aircraft Certification Service.
(a) Comments Due Date
1, 2017. [FR Doc. 2018–14694 Filed 7–9–18; 8:45 am]
We must receive comments by August 24,
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
2018. (i) Parts Installation Prohibition
(b) Affected ADs After modification or replacement of the
TCAS processor as required by paragraph (h)
None. of this AD, no person may install on that
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
airplane an affected TCAS processor, as SECURITY
(c) Applicability
defined in paragraph (g) of this AD.
This AD applies to the Airbus SAS Coast Guard
airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) (j) Other FAA AD Provisions
through (c)(4) of this AD, certificated in any The following provisions also apply to this 33 CFR Part 100
category, if modified by H4 Aerospace AD:
supplemental type certificate (STC) [Docket Number USCG–2018–0163]
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
ST03708NY (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_ (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO RIN 1625–AA08
and_Guidance_Library/rgSTC.nsf/0/ Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve
581702F96EC93ACF86257FEA00689E6B? AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the Special Local Regulation; Carolina
OpenDocument&Highlight=st03708ny) or procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In Boat Bash, Little River Inlet, Little
PMV Engineering STC ST03835NY (http:// accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your River, SC
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_ request to your principal inspector or local
Library/rgstc.nsf/0/06E4A762C1FDF Flight Standards District Office, as AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
8048625807D006457C7?OpenDocument& appropriate. If sending information directly ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.
Highlight=st03835ny). to the manager of the certification office,
(1) Model A318–111, –112, –121, and –122 send it to ATTN: Program Manager, SUMMARY: The Coast Guard proposes to
airplanes Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New establish a special local regulation for
(2) Model A319–111, –112, –113, –114, –115, York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, the Carolina Boat Bash in Little River
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone Inlet, SC. This action is necessary to
–131, –132, and –133 airplanes
516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before
(3) Model A320–211, –212, –214, –231, –232, ensure safety of life on navigable waters
using any approved AMOC, notify your
and –233 airplanes
appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a during the Carolina Boat Bash. During
(4) Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211, –212, principal inspector, the manager of the local the enforcement period, no person or
–213, –231, and –232 airplanes flight standards district office/certificate vessel may enter, transit through,
(d) Subject holding district office. anchor in, or remain within the
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any designated area unless authorized by
Air Transport Association (ATA) of requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
America Code 34, Navigation.
Sector Charleston COTP or a designated
actions from a manufacturer, the action must representative.
(e) Reason be accomplished using a method approved
DATES: Comments and related material
by the Manager, New York ACO Branch,
This AD was prompted by reports of false FAA; or the European Aviation Safety must be received by the Coast Guard on
resolution advisories (RAs) from certain Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS’s EASA or before August 9, 2018.
traffic collision avoidance systems (TCASs). Design Organization Approval (DOA). If ADDRESSES: You may submit comments
We are issuing this AD to address the approved by the DOA, the approval must identified by docket number USCG–
occurrence of false RAs from the TCAS, include the DOA-authorized signature. 2018–0163 using the Federal
which could lead to a loss of separation from
other airplanes, possibly resulting in a mid- (k) Related Information eRulemaking Portal at http://
air collision. (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
www.regulations.gov. See the ‘‘Public
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD Participation and Request for
(f) Compliance Comments’’ portion of the
2017–0196, dated October 5, 2017, for related
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with PROPOSALS1
Comply with this AD within the information. This MCAI may be found in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section for
compliance times specified, unless already AD docket on the internet at http:// further instructions on submitting
done. www.regulations.gov by searching for and comments.
locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0589.
(g) Definition of an Affected TCAS Processor FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
(2) For more information about this AD,
For the purposes of this AD, an affected contact Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace you have questions about this proposed
TCAS processor is defined as a Honeywell Engineer, Avionics and Administrative rulemaking, call or email Lieutenant
TPA–100B TCAS processor having part Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Justin Heck, Sector Charleston
number (P/N) 940–0351–001. Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Waterways Management Division, Coast
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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 24, 2018. | |
| Contact | Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794-5531. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 31911 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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