83 FR 3566 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 18 (January 26, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 18 (January 26, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-01196 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 18 (Friday, January 26, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 3566-3568] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-01196] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-1201; Product Identifier 2017-SW-068-AD; Amendment 39-19155; AD 2018-02-02] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AS355NP, EC130B4, and EC130T2 helicopters. This AD requires inspecting the main rotor (M/R) mast jet oil lubrication hose (oil hose). This AD is prompted by a report of a blocked oil hose. The actions of this AD are intended to prevent an unsafe condition on these helicopters. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 12, 2018. We must receive comments on this AD by March 27, 2018. ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Docket: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for sending your comments electronically. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: Send comments to the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590-0001. [[Page 3567]] Hand Delivery: Deliver to the ``Mail'' address between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. 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-2017- 1201; 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 AD, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, the economic evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for Docket Operations (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus Helicopters, 2701 N. Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone (972) 641-0000 or (800) 232-0323; fax (972) 641-3775; or at http://www.helicopters.airbus.com/website/en/ref/Technical-Support_73.html. You may review the referenced service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222- 5110; email [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not provide you with notice and an opportunity to provide your comments prior to it becoming effective. However, we invite you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting written comments, data, or views. We also invite comments relating to the economic, environmental, energy, or federalism impacts that resulted from adopting this AD. The most helpful comments reference a specific portion of the AD, explain the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. To ensure the docket does not contain duplicate comments, commenters should send only one copy of written comments, or if comments are filed electronically, commenters should submit them only one time. We will file in the docket all comments that we receive, as well as a report summarizing each substantive public contact with FAA personnel concerning this rulemaking during the comment period. We will consider all the comments we receive and may conduct additional rulemaking based on those comments. Discussion EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued AD No. 2017-0089, dated May 17, 2017 (AD 2017-0089), to correct an unsafe condition for Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350BB, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AS355NP, EC130B4, and EC130T2 helicopters. EASA advises that an oil hose part number (P/N) 704A34- 412-015 (manufacturing P/N 4T13) was found blocked during unscheduled maintenance. EASA states an investigation showed the hose had become completely blocked with solder during the manufacturing process, resulting in a complete absence of lubrication from the direct oil jet to the M/R mast upper bearing. According to EASA this condition could lead to degradation of the M/R mast bearings, loss of transmission function, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter. To correct this condition, EASA AD 2017-0089 requires a one-time inspection of the oil hose to determine if there is any blockage, replacing the oil hose and the M/R mast if the oil hose is blocked, and marking unobstructed hoses with an ``x'' after the P/N. FAA's Determination These helicopters have been approved by the aviation authority of France and are approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with France, EASA, its technical representative, has notified us of the unsafe condition described in the EASA AD. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all information provided by EASA and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other helicopters of these same type designs. Related Service Information Airbus Helicopters has co-published as one document Emergency Alert Service Bulletin (EASB) No. 62.00.20 for non-FAA type-certificated AS550-series helicopters, EASB No. 62.00.23 for non-FAA type- certificated AS555-series helicopters, EASB No. 62.00.36 for AS355- series helicopters, EASB No. 62.00.39 for AS350-series helicopters, and EASB No. 62A015 for EC130 series helicopters, all Revision 1 and dated May 19, 2017. This service information specifies procedures for inspecting the oil hose for the presence of oil, inspecting the oil hose for blockage, and marking the hose if there is no blockage. AD Requirements This AD requires, within 30 hours time-in-service (TIS): Removing the upper end of the oil hose and inspecting the inside of the hose to determine if there is any oil present. If there is no oil present, before further flight, replacing the M/R mast and the oil hose; If there is oil present, within 30 hours TIS of inspecting for the presence of oil, removing the hose and determining if there is blockage in the hose, first using an air gun and then using cable ties or a piece of wire. If there is blockage in the hose, before further flight, replacing the M/R mast and the oil hose; and If there is oil present and there is no blockage, before further flight, permanently marking the hose with an ``X'' following the P/N. This AD also prohibits installing an oil hose, P/N 704A34-412-015, on any helicopter unless it has been inspected as required by this AD. Differences Between This AD and the EASA AD The EASA AD applies to Airbus Helicopters Model AS350BB helicopters, this AD does not as that model is not type certificated in the U.S. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 1,246 helicopters of U.S. Registry. We estimate that operators may incur the following costs in order to comply with this AD. At an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour, inspecting the oil hose for oil and obstruction and marking the hose will require about one hour, for a cost per helicopter of $85 and a cost of $105,910 for the U.S. fleet. If required, replacing the M/R mast and oil hose will require 16 hours and required parts will cost $29,940 for a cost per helicopter of $31,300. FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies waiving notice and comment prior to the adoption of this rule because some of the required corrective actions must be accomplished within 30 hours TIS, a potentially short [[Page 3568]] period of time for helicopters primarily used for air ambulance operations. Therefore, we find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are impracticable. In addition, for the reason stated above, we find that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. 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. Regulatory Findings We determined that 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, 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 to the extent that it justifies making a regulatory distinction; 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. We prepared an economic evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket. 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): 2018-02-02 Airbus Helicopters: Amendment 39-19155; Docket No. FAA- 2017-1201; Product Identifier 2017-SW-068-AD. (a) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AS355NP, EC130B4, and EC130T2 helicopters, certificated in any category, with a main rotor (M/R) mast jet oil lubrication hose (oil hose) part number (P/N) 704A34-412-015 (manufacturing P/N 4T13), except those marked with an X following the P/N, installed. (b) Unsafe Condition This AD defines the unsafe condition as a blocked oil hose. This condition could result in failure of the direct oil jet to lubricate the M/R mast upper bearing, degradation of the M/R mast bearings, loss of M/R transmission function, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter. (c) Effective Date This AD becomes effective February 12, 2018. (d) Compliance You are responsible for performing each action required by this AD within the specified compliance time unless it has already been accomplished prior to that time. (e) Required Actions (1) Within 30 hours time-in-service (TIS), disconnect the upper end of the oil hose and inspect the inside of the hose for oil. (i) If there is no oil inside the hose, before further flight, replace the M/R mast and oil hose. (ii) If there is oil inside the hose, within 30 hours TIS, remove the oil hose and blow air through the oil hose using an air gun. (A) If no air flows through the oil hose, before further flight, replace the M/R mast and oil hose. (B) If air does flow through the oil hose, inspect the oil hose for any blockage by inserting two cable ties or a semi-rigid piece of wire with a diameter of 2 to 2.3 millimeters (mm) a minimum of 100 mm into each end of the oil hose. (1) If there is any blockage, before further flight, replace the M/R mast and oil hose. (2) If there is no blockage, re-identify the oil hose by vibro- etching the letter ``X'' after the P/N. (2) Do not install an oil hose P/N 704A34-412-015 on any helicopter unless it has been inspected as required by this AD. (f) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Safety Management Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Send your proposal to: Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222-5110; email [email protected]. (2) For operations conducted under a 14 CFR part 119 operating certificate or under 14 CFR part 91, subpart K, we suggest that you notify your principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office or certificate holding district office, before operating any aircraft complying with this AD through an AMOC. (g) Additional Information (1) Airbus Helicopters Emergency Alert Service Bulletin No. 62.00.20, No. 62.00.23, No. 62.00.36, No. 62.00.39, and No. 62A015, all Revision 1 and dated May 19, 2017, which are co-published as one document and not incorporated by reference, contain additional information about the subject of this AD. For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus Helicopters, 2701 N Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone (972) 641-0000 or (800) 232-0323; fax (972) 641-3775; or at http://www.helicopters.airbus.com/website/en/ref/Technical-Support_73.html. You may review a copy of the service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. (2) The subject of this AD is addressed in European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD No. 2017-0089, dated May 17, 2017. You may view the EASA AD on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating it in Docket No. FAA-2017-1201. (h) Subject Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 6230 Main Gearbox Mast. Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on January 8, 2018. Lance T. Gant, Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-01196 Filed 1-25-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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fittings and subsequent depressurization of (j) Other FAA AD Provisions 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA. For
the fuselage. The following provisions also apply to this information on the availability of this
AD: material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(f) Compliance (6) You may view this service information
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Comply with this AD within the (AMOCs): The Manager, International that is incorporated by reference at the
compliance times specified, unless already Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, National Archives and Records
done. has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Administration (NARA). For information on
AD, if requested using the procedures found the availability of this material at NARA, call
(g) Inspection
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
(1) At the latest of the times specified in 39.19, send your request to your principal www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
paragraphs (g)(1)(i), (g)(1)(ii), and (g)(1)(iii) of inspector or local Flight Standards District locations.html.
this AD: Do a detailed inspection of the Office, as appropriate. If sending information Issued in Renton, Washington, on January
pressurized floor fittings at FR 36, in directly to the International Section, send it 10, 2018.
accordance with the Accomplishment to the attention of the person identified in
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320– paragraph (k)(2) of this AD. Information may John P. Piccola, Jr.,
57–1028, Revision 02, dated June 3, 2013. be emailed to 9-ANM-116-AMOC- Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any Aircraft Certification Service.
not to exceed 9,300 flight cycles or 18,600 approved AMOC, notify your appropriate [FR Doc. 2018–01197 Filed 1–25–18; 8:45 am]
flight hours, whichever occurs first. principal inspector, or lacking a principal BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
(i) Before exceeding 20,900 flight cycles or inspector, the manager of the local flight
41,800 flight hours, whichever occurs first standards district office/certificate holding
since first flight of the airplane. district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(ii) Within 9,300 flight cycles or 18,600
flight cycles since the most recent inspection effective date of this AD, for any requirement
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from Federal Aviation Administration
accomplished in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus a manufacturer, the action must be
Service Bulletin A320–57–1028, Revision 02, accomplished using a method approved by 14 CFR Part 39
dated June 3, 2013. the Manager, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or [Docket No. FAA–2017–1201; Product
(iii) Within 1,250 flight cycles or 2,500 Identifier 2017–SW–068–AD; Amendment
flight hours after March 3, 2016 (the effective Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved by the
DOA, the approval must include the DOA- 39–19155; AD 2018–02–02]
date of AD 2016–02–01), without exceeding
12,000 flight cycles since the most recent authorized signature. RIN 2120–AA64
inspection accomplished in accordance with (k) Related Information
the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Service Bulletin A320–57–1028, Revision 02,
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
Helicopters
dated June 3, 2013.
2016–0181, dated September 13, 2016, for AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(2) If any crack is found during any related information. This MCAI may be
inspection required by paragraph (g)(1) of Administration (FAA), Department of
found in the AD docket on the internet at
this AD: Before further flight, repair using a http://www.regulations.gov by searching for Transportation (DOT).
method approved by the Manager, and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0716. ACTION: Final rule; request for
International Section, Transport Standards (2) For more information about this AD, comments.
Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus’s EASA International Section, Transport Standards SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Design Organization Approval (DOA). If Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus
approved by the DOA, the approval must Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone: 425–
include the DOA-authorized signature.
Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350BA,
227–1405; fax: 425–227–1149. AS350B1, AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D,
(h) Modification (3) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
AS355E, AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2,
Before exceeding 48,000 total flight cycles available at the addresses specified in AS355N, AS355NP, EC130B4, and
or 96,000 total flight hours, whichever occurs paragraphs (l)(4) and (l)(5) of this AD. EC130T2 helicopters. This AD requires
first since first flight of the airplane: Modify inspecting the main rotor (M/R) mast jet
(replace aluminum fittings with titanium (l) Material Incorporated by Reference
oil lubrication hose (oil hose). This AD
fittings) the pressurized floor fittings at FR (1) The Director of the Federal Register is prompted by a report of a blocked oil
36, in accordance with the Accomplishment approved the incorporation by reference
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
hose. The actions of this AD are
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
57–1029, Revision 02, dated June 16, 1999. paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
intended to prevent an unsafe condition
Accomplishment of this modification is part 51. on these helicopters.
terminating action for the repetitive (2) You must use this service information DATES: This AD becomes effective
inspections required by paragraph (g) of this as applicable to do the actions required by February 12, 2018.
AD for the modified airplane only. this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. We must receive comments on this
(3) The following service information was AD by March 27, 2018.
(i) Credit for Previous Actions
approved for IBR on March 3, 2016 (81 FR
(1) This paragraph provides credit for the 4878, January 28, 2016). ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
inspection required by paragraph (g) of this (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1028, any of the following methods:
AD, if that inspection was performed before Revision 02, dated June 3, 2013. • Federal eRulemaking Docket: Go to
the effective date of this AD using Airbus (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1029, http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
Service Bulletin A320–57–1028, dated Revision 02, dated June 16, 1999. online instructions for sending your
August 12, 1991; or Revision 01, dated April (4) For service information identified in comments electronically.
19, 1996. this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness • Fax: 202–493–2251.
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice • Mail: Send comments to the U.S.
modification required by paragraph (h) of Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
this AD, if that modification was performed telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61
Department of Transportation, Docket
before the effective date of this AD using 93 44 51; email: account.airworth-eas@ Operations, M–30, West Building
Airbus Service Bulletin A320–57–1029, airbus.com; internet: http://www.airbus.com. Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
dated August 12, 1991; or Revision 01, dated (5) You may view this service information New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
November 10, 1992. at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 20590–0001.
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period of time for helicopters primarily Adoption of the Amendment (2) If there is no blockage, re-identify the
used for air ambulance operations. oil hose by vibro-etching the letter ‘‘X’’ after
Accordingly, under the authority
Therefore, we find good cause that the P/N.
delegated to me by the Administrator,
notice and opportunity for prior public (2) Do not install an oil hose P/N 704A34–
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
comment are impracticable. In addition, 412–015 on any helicopter unless it has been
follows:
for the reason stated above, we find that inspected as required by this AD.
good cause exists for making this PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (f) Alternative Methods of Compliance
amendment effective in less than 30 DIRECTIVES (AMOCs)
days. (1) The Manager, Safety Management
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
Authority for This Rulemaking continues to read as follows: Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA,
may approve AMOCs for this AD. Send your
Title 49 of the United States Code Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. proposal to: Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Engineer, Regulations and Policy Section,
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, § 39.13 [Amended]
Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101
section 106, describes the authority of ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177;
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: the following new airworthiness telephone (817) 222–5110; email 9-ASW-
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more directive (AD): FTW-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
detail the scope of the Agency’s 2018–02–02 Airbus Helicopters: (2) For operations conducted under a 14
authority. Amendment 39–19155; Docket No. CFR part 119 operating certificate or under
We are issuing this rulemaking under FAA–2017–1201; Product Identifier 14 CFR part 91, subpart K, we suggest that
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, 2017–SW–068–AD. you notify your principal inspector, or
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (a) Applicability lacking a principal inspector, the manager of
General requirements.’’ Under that This AD applies to Airbus Helicopters the local flight standards district office or
section, Congress charges the FAA with Model AS350B, AS350BA, AS350B1, certificate holding district office, before
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in AS350B2, AS350B3, AS350D, AS355E, operating any aircraft complying with this
air commerce by prescribing regulations AS355F, AS355F1, AS355F2, AS355N, AD through an AMOC.
for practices, methods, and procedures AS355NP, EC130B4, and EC130T2
helicopters, certificated in any category, with (g) Additional Information
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation a main rotor (M/R) mast jet oil lubrication (1) Airbus Helicopters Emergency Alert
hose (oil hose) part number (P/N) 704A34– Service Bulletin No. 62.00.20, No. 62.00.23,
is within the scope of that authority
412–015 (manufacturing P/N 4T13), except No. 62.00.36, No. 62.00.39, and No. 62A015,
because it addresses an unsafe condition those marked with an X following the P/N,
that is likely to exist or develop on all Revision 1 and dated May 19, 2017, which
installed.
products identified in this rulemaking are co-published as one document and not
action. (b) Unsafe Condition incorporated by reference, contain additional
This AD defines the unsafe condition as a information about the subject of this AD. For
Regulatory Findings blocked oil hose. This condition could result service information identified in this AD,
We determined that this AD will not in failure of the direct oil jet to lubricate the contact Airbus Helicopters, 2701 N Forum
M/R mast upper bearing, degradation of the Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone
have federalism implications under M/R mast bearings, loss of M/R transmission
Executive Order 13132. This AD will (972) 641–0000 or (800) 232–0323; fax (972)
function, and subsequent loss of control of
not have a substantial direct effect on 641–3775; or at http://
the helicopter.
the States, on the relationship between www.helicopters.airbus.com/website/en/ref/
(c) Effective Date Technical-Support_73.html. You may review
the national Government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and This AD becomes effective February 12, a copy of the service information at the FAA,
2018. Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest
responsibilities among the various
Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N–
levels of government. (d) Compliance
321, Fort Worth, TX 76177.
For the reasons discussed, I certify You are responsible for performing each
(2) The subject of this AD is addressed in
that this AD: action required by this AD within the
specified compliance time unless it has European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory No. 2017–0089, dated May 17, 2017. You
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; already been accomplished prior to that time.
may view the EASA AD on the internet at
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (e) Required Actions http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (1) Within 30 hours time-in-service (TIS), and locating it in Docket No. FAA–2017–
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); disconnect the upper end of the oil hose and 1201.
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in inspect the inside of the hose for oil.
Alaska to the extent that it justifies (i) If there is no oil inside the hose, before (h) Subject
making a regulatory distinction; and further flight, replace the M/R mast and oil Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC)
hose.
4. Will not have a significant (ii) If there is oil inside the hose, within 30
Code: 6230 Main Gearbox Mast.
economic impact, positive or negative, hours TIS, remove the oil hose and blow air Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on January 8,
on a substantial number of small entities through the oil hose using an air gun. 2018.
under the criteria of the Regulatory (A) If no air flows through the oil hose,
Lance T. Gant,
Flexibility Act. before further flight, replace the M/R mast
We prepared an economic evaluation and oil hose. Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
(B) If air does flow through the oil hose, Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
of the estimated costs to comply with
inspect the oil hose for any blockage by [FR Doc. 2018–01196 Filed 1–25–18; 8:45 am]
this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
inserting two cable ties or a semi-rigid piece BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 of wire with a diameter of 2 to 2.3
millimeters (mm) a minimum of 100 mm into
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation each end of the oil hose.
safety, Incorporation by reference, (1) If there is any blockage, before further
Safety. flight, replace the M/R mast and oil hose.
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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; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This AD becomes effective February 12, 2018. | |
| Contact | Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone (817) 222- 5110; email [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 3566 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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