83 FR 38953 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 153 (August 8, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 153 (August 8, 2018)
| Page Range | 38953-38957 | |
| FR Document | 2018-16576 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 153 (Wednesday, August 8, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 38953-38957] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-16576] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0640; Product Identifier 2018-NM-075-AD; Amendment 39-19343; AD 2018-16-03] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A319-133 airplanes and Model A321-232 airplanes. This AD requires modification and re-identification, or replacement, of certain engine fan cowl doors (FCDs) and installation of a placard in the flight deck. This AD was prompted by reports of in-service engine FCD losses, and the development of a new FCD front latch and keeper assembly that addresses this unsafe condition. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective August 23, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of August 3, 2017 (82 FR 29371, June 29, 2017). We must receive comments on this AD by September 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: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [[Page 38954]] [email protected]; internet http://www.airbus.com. You may view this referenced 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-2018-0640. 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- 0640; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2016-0053, dated March 14, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A319-131, -132, and - 133 airplanes, Model A320-231, -232, and -233 airplanes, and Model A321-131, -231, and -232 airplanes. The MCAI states: Fan Cowl Door (FCD) losses during take-off were reported on aeroplanes equipped with IAE V2500 engines. Prompted by these occurrences, DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile] France issued AD 2000-444-156(B), mandating FCD latch improvements. This [DGAC] AD was later superseded by [DGAC] AD 2001- 381(B) [which corresponds to FAA AD 2003-18-06, Amendment 39-13297 (68 FR 53501, September 11, 2003)], requiring installation of additional fan cowl latch improvement by installing a hold open device. Since that [DGAC] AD was issued, further FCD in flight losses were experienced in service. Investigations confirmed that in all cases, the fan cowls were opened prior to the flight and were not correctly re-secured. During the pre-flight inspection, it was then not detected that the FCD were not properly latched. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to in-flight loss of a FCD, possibly resulting in damage to the aeroplane and/or injury to persons on the ground. Prompted by these recent events, new FCD front latch and keeper assembly were developed, having a specific key necessary to un-latch the FCD. This key cannot be removed unless the FCD front latch is safely closed. The key, after removal, must be stowed in the flight deck at a specific location, as instructed in the applicable Aircraft Maintenance Manual. Applicable Flight Crew Operating Manual has been amended accordingly. After modification, the FCD is identified with a different Part Number (P/N). For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of DGAC AD 2001-381(B), which is superseded, and requires modification and re-identification of FCD. You may examine the MCAI on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0640. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus has issued Service Bulletin A320-71-1069, Revision 01, including Appendix 01, dated April 28, 2016. This service information describes procedures for modifying the engine FCDs, installing placards, and re-identifying the FCDs with new part numbers. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. FAA's Determination and Requirements of This 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 issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of these same type designs. Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information The MCAI applies to Airbus SAS Model A319-131 and -132 airplanes; Model A320-231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-131 and -231 airplanes, in addition to Model A319-133 airplanes and Model A321-232 airplanes. The unsafe condition on Model A319-131 and -132 airplanes; Model A320-231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-131 and -231 airplanes is already addressed in AD 2017-13-10, Amendment 39-18940 (82 FR 29371, June 29, 2017); therefore this AD only applies to Model A319- 133 airplanes and Model A321-232 airplanes. FAA's Determination of the Effective Date There are currently no domestic operators of this product. Therefore, we find that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are unnecessary and that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2018-0640; Product Identifier 2018-NM-075-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD 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 AD. Costs of Compliance Currently, there are no affected U.S.-registered airplanes. If an affected airplane is imported and placed on the U.S. Register in the future, we provide the following cost estimates to comply with this AD: [[Page 38955]] Estimated Costs for Required Actions ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cost per Labor cost Parts cost product ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6 work-hours x $85 per hour = $510.... $4,813 $5,323 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. 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 above, I certify that this AD: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2018-16-03 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-19343; Docket No. FAA-2018-0640; Product Identifier 2018-NM-075-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective August 23, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model A319-133 airplanes and Model A321-232 airplanes, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 71, Powerplant. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of in-service engine fan cowl door (FCD) losses, and the development of a new FCD front latch and keeper assembly that addresses this unsafe condition. We are issuing this AD to address in-flight loss of an engine FCD and possible consequent damage to the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Modification Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD, do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-71-1069, Revision 01, including Appendix 01, dated April 28, 2016. (1) Modify the left-hand and right-hand engine FCDs on engines 1 and 2. (2) Install a placard that specifies the FCD keys stowage location in the flight deck on the box located at the bottom of panel 120VU or at the bottom of the coat stowage, as applicable to airplane configuration. (3) Re-identify both engine FCDs with the new part numbers, as specified in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD. [[Page 38956]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR08AU18.002 (h) Missing FCD Keys or Placard Flights with one or both FCD keys missing from the stowage location in the fight deck, or with the placard (that specifies the FCD keys stowage location) missing or damaged, are permitted for a period not to exceed 10 calendar days from the date of discovery. (i) Alternative Location of FCD Keys and Placard As an option to paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, an alternative location for the key stowage in the flight deck and installation of a placard for identification of that stowage location are permitted as specified in the operator's FAA-accepted maintenance or inspection program, provided the keys can be retrieved from that flight deck location when needed and the placard installation is done within 36 months after the effective date of this AD. (j) Optional Compliance by Replacement or Installation (1) Replacing an engine FCD having a part number listed as ``Old Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD with an FCD having the corresponding part number listed as ``New Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD is an acceptable method of compliance with the requirements of paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(3) of this AD for that engine FCD only. (2) An airplane on which Airbus Modification 157516 has been embodied in production is compliant with the requirements of paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(3) of this AD, provided no engine FCD having a part number identified as ``Old Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD is installed on that airplane. (3) An airplane on which Airbus Modification 157718 has been embodied in production is compliant with the requirements of paragraph (g)(2) of this AD. (4) Installation on an engine of a right-hand and left-hand engine FCD having a part number approved after the effective date of this AD is a method of compliance with the requirements of paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(3) of this AD for that engine only, provided the part number is approved, and the installation is accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA- authorized signature. (k) Parts Installation Limitations (1) For an airplane with an engine FCD installed having a part number identified as ``Old Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD: After modification of that airplane as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, do not install an engine FCD, having a part number identified as ``Old Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD. (2) For an airplane that does not have an engine FCD installed having a part number identified as ``Old Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD: On or after the effective date of this AD, do not install an engine FCD having a part number identified as ``Old Part Number'' in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD. (l) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin A320-71-1069, dated December 18, 2015. (m) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (n)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA- authorized signature. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0053, dated March 14, 2016, for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2018-0640. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards [[Page 38957]] Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (o)(4) and (o)(5) of this AD. (o) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on August 3, 2017 (82 FR 29371, June 29, 2017). (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-71-1069, Revision 01, including Appendix 01, dated April 28, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; internet http://www.airbus.com. (5) 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. (6) 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 July 23, 2018. James Cashdollar, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-16576 Filed 8-7-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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147 to reduce the risk of uncoupling between (k) Related Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
the low-pressure (LP) fuel pump impeller (1) For more information about this AD,
and the high-pressure (HP) fuel pump shaft Federal Aviation Administration
contact John Frost, Aerospace Engineer, ECO
of the HP/LP pump and hydro-mechanical
Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
metering unit (HMU). We are issuing this AD 14 CFR Part 39
to prevent failure of the HMU. The unsafe Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
condition, if not corrected, could result in 7756; fax: 781–238–7199; email: john.frost@ [Docket No. FAA–2018–0640; Product
failure of the engine, in-flight shutdown, and faa.gov. Identifier 2018–NM–075–AD; Amendment
loss of the helicopter. (2) Refer to European Aviation Safety 39–19343; AD 2018–16–03]
Agency (EASA) AD 2017–0102, dated June
(f) Compliance RIN 2120–AA64
13, 2017, for more information. You may
Comply with this AD within the examine the EASA AD on the internet at
compliance times specified, unless already
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
done. Airplanes
and locating Docket No. FAA–2009–0889.
(g) Required Actions AGENCY: Federal Aviation
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) Check the transmissible torque between
Administration (FAA), DOT.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
the LP fuel pump impeller and the HP fuel ACTION: Final rule; request for
approved the incorporation by reference
pump shaft as follows: comments.
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
(i) For pre-Modification TU 147 HMUs,
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
check the torque before accumulating 500
engine flight hours (FHs) since March 11, part 51. airworthiness directive (AD) for all
2010 or before the next flight after the (2) You must use this service information Airbus SAS Model A319–133 airplanes
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs as applicable to do the actions required by and Model A321–232 airplanes. This
later. Use Paragraph 2.A. of Turbomeca Alert this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. AD requires modification and re-
Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) A292 73 (3) The following service information was identification, or replacement, of certain
2830, Version B, dated July 10, 2009 to do approved for IBR on March 11, 2010 (75 FR engine fan cowl doors (FCDs) and
the check. 5689, February 4, 2010). installation of a placard in the flight
(ii) For HMUs that incorporated (i) Turbomeca Alert Mandatory Service deck. This AD was prompted by reports
Modification TU 147 on or before March 31, Bulletin (MSB) No. A292 73 2830, Version B,
2010, and those HMUs not listed in Figure of in-service engine FCD losses, and the
dated July 10, 2009.
2 or 3 of Turbomeca Alert MSB A292 73 development of a new FCD front latch
(ii) Reserved.
2836, Version A, dated August 17, 2010, and keeper assembly that addresses this
(4) The following service information was
check the torque before the next flight after unsafe condition. We are issuing this
approved for IBR on March 20, 2012 (77 FR
the effective date of this AD. Use Paragraph AD to address the unsafe condition on
8092, February 14, 2012).
2.A. of Turbomeca Alert MSB A292 73 2836, these products.
(i) Turbomeca Alert MSB No. A292 73
Version A, dated August 17, 2010, to do the DATES: This AD becomes effective
check. 2836, Version A, dated August 17, 2010.
(ii) Reserved. August 23, 2018.
(2) If the HMU does not pass the torque
(5) For Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A, The Director of the Federal Register
check, replace the HMU with a post-
Modification TU 178 HMU before the next service information identified in this AD, approved the incorporation by reference
flight after the effective date of this AD. contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., of a certain publication listed in this AD
40220 Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 59 74 as of August 3, 2017 (82 FR 29371, June
(h) Mandatory Terminating Action 29, 2017).
40 00; fax: (33) 05 59 74 45 15.
Within 2,200 engine FHs or 72 months (6) You may view this service information We must receive comments on this
after the effective date of this AD, whichever at FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards AD by September 24, 2018.
occurs first, replace any pre-Modification TU Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
178 HMU with a post-Modification TU 178 MA 01803. For information on the using the procedures found in 14 CFR
configuration HMU.
availability of this material at the FAA, call 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
(i) Installation Prohibition 781–238–7759. methods:
After the effective date of this AD, do not (7) You may view this service information • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
install a pre-Modification TU 178 HMU on that is incorporated by reference at the http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
engines incorporating a post-Modification TU National Archives and Records instructions for submitting comments.
178 HMU. Administration (NARA). For information on • Fax: 202–493–2251.
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
the availability of this material at NARA, call • Mail: U.S. Department of
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
(AMOCs)
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has locations.html.
the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
if requested using the procedures found in 14 Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on Washington, DC 20590.
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, July 31, 2018. • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
send your request to your principal inspector Robert J. Ganley, Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
or local Flight Standards District Office, as 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
appropriate. If sending information directly W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
to the manager of the certification office, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
send it to the attention of the person [FR Doc. 2018–16652 Filed 8–7–18; 8:45 am]
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
identified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. You BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Federal holidays.
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@
faa.gov.
For service information identified in
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, this final rule, contact Airbus SAS,
notify your appropriate principal inspector, Airworthiness Office—EIAS, Rond-
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700
of the local flight standards district office/ Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5
certificate holding district office. 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email
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account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Since that [DGAC] AD was issued, further Differences Between This AD and the
internet http://www.airbus.com. You FCD in flight losses were experienced in MCAI or Service Information
may view this referenced service service. Investigations confirmed that in all
information at the FAA, Transport cases, the fan cowls were opened prior to the The MCAI applies to Airbus SAS
flight and were not correctly re-secured. Model A319–131 and –132 airplanes;
Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., During the pre-flight inspection, it was then
Des Moines, WA. For information on the Model A320–231, –232, and –233
not detected that the FCD were not properly airplanes; and Model A321–131 and
availability of this material at the FAA, latched.
call 206–231–3195. It is also available –231 airplanes, in addition to Model
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
on the internet at http:// to in-flight loss of a FCD, possibly resulting
A319–133 airplanes and Model A321–
www.regulations.gov by searching for in damage to the aeroplane and/or injury to 232 airplanes. The unsafe condition on
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– persons on the ground. Model A319–131 and –132 airplanes;
0640. Prompted by these recent events, new FCD Model A320–231, –232, and –233
front latch and keeper assembly were airplanes; and Model A321–131 and
Examining the AD Docket developed, having a specific key necessary to –231 airplanes is already addressed in
un-latch the FCD. This key cannot be AD 2017–13–10, Amendment 39–18940
You may examine the AD docket on removed unless the FCD front latch is safely (82 FR 29371, June 29, 2017); therefore
the internet at http:// closed. The key, after removal, must be this AD only applies to Model A319–
www.regulations.gov by searching for stowed in the flight deck at a specific
133 airplanes and Model A321–232
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– location, as instructed in the applicable
Aircraft Maintenance Manual. Applicable airplanes.
0640; or in person at the Docket
Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 Flight Crew Operating Manual has been FAA’s Determination of the Effective
p.m., Monday through Friday, except amended accordingly. After modification, the Date
FCD is identified with a different Part
Federal holidays. The AD docket
Number (P/N). There are currently no domestic
contains this AD, the regulatory For the reasons described above, this
evaluation, any comments received, and operators of this product. Therefore, we
[EASA] AD retains the requirements of DGAC find that notice and opportunity for
other information. The street address for AD 2001–381(B), which is superseded, and
the Docket Operations office (telephone prior public comment are unnecessary
requires modification and re-identification of
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES FCD. and that good cause exists for making
section. Comments will be available in this amendment effective in less than 30
You may examine the MCAI on the days.
the AD docket shortly after receipt. internet at http://www.regulations.gov
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: by searching for and locating Docket No. Comments Invited
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, FAA–2018–0640. This AD is a final rule that involves
International Section, Transport requirements affecting flight safety, and
Related Service Information Under 1
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South we did not precede it by notice and
CFR Part 51
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; opportunity for public comment. We
telephone and fax 206–231–3223. Airbus has issued Service Bulletin
invite you to send any written relevant
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
A320–71–1069, Revision 01, including
data, views, or arguments about this AD.
Appendix 01, dated April 28, 2016. This
Discussion Send your comments to an address
service information describes
listed under the ADDRESSES section.
procedures for modifying the engine
The European Aviation Safety Agency Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2018–0640;
FCDs, installing placards, and re-
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent Product Identifier 2018–NM–075–AD’’
identifying the FCDs with new part
for the Member States of the European at the beginning of your comments. We
numbers. This service information is
Union, has issued EASA AD 2016–0053, specifically invite comments on the
reasonably available because the
dated March 14, 2016 (referred to after overall regulatory, economic,
interested parties have access to it
this as the Mandatory Continuing environmental, and energy aspects of
through their normal course of business
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the this AD. We will consider all comments
or by the means identified in the
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition received by the closing date and may
ADDRESSES section.
for all Airbus Model A319–131, –132, amend this AD based on those
and –133 airplanes, Model A320–231, FAA’s Determination and Requirements comments.
–232, and –233 airplanes, and Model of This AD We will post all comments we
A321–131, –231, and –232 airplanes. This product has been approved by receive, without change, to http://
The MCAI states: the aviation authority of another www.regulations.gov, including any
Fan Cowl Door (FCD) losses during take-off country, and is approved for operation personal information you provide. We
were reported on aeroplanes equipped with in the United States. Pursuant to our will also post a report summarizing each
IAE V2500 engines. Prompted by these bilateral agreement with the State of substantive verbal contact we receive
occurrences, DGAC [Direction Générale de Design Authority, we have been notified about this AD.
l’Aviation Civile] France issued AD 2000– of the unsafe condition described in the
444–156(B), mandating FCD latch Costs of Compliance
MCAI and service information
improvements. This [DGAC] AD was later
superseded by [DGAC] AD 2001–381(B)
referenced above. We are issuing this Currently, there are no affected U.S.-
[which corresponds to FAA AD 2003–18–06, AD because we evaluated all pertinent registered airplanes. If an affected
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Amendment 39–13297 (68 FR 53501, information and determined the unsafe airplane is imported and placed on the
September 11, 2003)], requiring installation condition exists and is likely to exist or U.S. Register in the future, we provide
of additional fan cowl latch improvement by develop on other products of these same the following cost estimates to comply
installing a hold open device. type designs. with this AD:
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ESTIMATED COSTS FOR REQUIRED ACTIONS
Cost per
Labor cost Parts cost product
6 work-hours × $85 per hour = $510 ...................................................................................................................... $4,813 $5,323
Authority for This Rulemaking the national government and the States, (a) Effective Date
or on the distribution of power and This AD becomes effective August 23,
Title 49 of the United States Code
responsibilities among the various 2018.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
levels of government.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, (b) Affected ADs
section 106, describes the authority of For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD: None.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs, describes in more 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (c) Applicability
detail the scope of the Agency’s action’’ under Executive Order 12866; This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model
authority. 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the A319–133 airplanes and Model A321–232
We are issuing this rulemaking under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures airplanes, certificated in any category, all
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); manufacturer serial numbers.
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (d) Subject
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Alaska; and Air Transport Association (ATA) of
section, Congress charges the FAA with 4. Will not have a significant America Code 71, Powerplant.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities (e) Reason
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures under the criteria of the Regulatory This AD was prompted by reports of in-
the Administrator finds necessary for Flexibility Act. service engine fan cowl door (FCD) losses,
and the development of a new FCD front
safety in air commerce. This regulation List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 latch and keeper assembly that addresses this
is within the scope of that authority unsafe condition. We are issuing this AD to
because it addresses an unsafe condition Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
address in-flight loss of an engine FCD and
that is likely to exist or develop on safety, Incorporation by reference, possible consequent damage to the airplane.
products identified in this rulemaking Safety.
action. (f) Compliance
Adoption of the Amendment
This AD is issued in accordance with Comply with this AD within the
authority delegated by the Executive Accordingly, under the authority compliance times specified, unless already
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, delegated to me by the Administrator, done.
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as (g) Modification
In accordance with that order, issuance follows:
Within 36 months after the effective date
of ADs is normally a function of the of this AD, do the actions specified in
Compliance and Airworthiness PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD,
Division, but during this transition DIRECTIVES
in accordance with the Accomplishment
period, the Executive Director has Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 71–1069, Revision 01, including Appendix
delegated the authority to issue ADs
continues to read as follows: 01, dated April 28, 2016.
applicable to transport category
airplanes to the Director of the System Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (1) Modify the left-hand and right-hand
Oversight Division. engine FCDs on engines 1 and 2.
§ 39.13 [Amended] (2) Install a placard that specifies the FCD
Regulatory Findings ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding keys stowage location in the flight deck on
the box located at the bottom of panel 120VU
We determined that this AD will not the following new airworthiness
or at the bottom of the coat stowage, as
have federalism implications under directive (AD): applicable to airplane configuration.
Executive Order 13132. This AD will 2018–16–03 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39– (3) Re-identify both engine FCDs with the
not have a substantial direct effect on 19343; Docket No. FAA–2018–0640; new part numbers, as specified in figure 1 to
the States, on the relationship between Product Identifier 2018–NM–075–AD. paragraphs (g), (j), and (k) of this AD.
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Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des –100B, –100B SUD, –200B, –200C, SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206– –200F, –300, –400, –400D, 747SP, and
231–3223. Discussion
747SR, and 747–8 series airplanes. This
(3) Service information identified in this We issued a notice of proposed
AD was prompted by reports indicating
AD that is not incorporated by reference is rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
available at the addresses specified in that additional areas of Boeing Material
paragraphs (o)(4) and (o)(5) of this AD. Specification (BMS) 8–39 flexible part 39 by adding an AD that would
urethane foam were found during an apply to certain The Boeing Company
(o) Material Incorporated by Reference inspection required by a related AD. Model 747–100, –100B, –100B SUD,
(1) The Director of the Federal Register This AD requires inspecting for BMS 8– –200B, –200C, –200F, –300, –400,
approved the incorporation by reference 39 flexible urethane foam insulation in –400D, 747SP, and 747SR, and 747–8
(IBR) of the service information listed in this series airplanes. The NPRM published
the floor panel assemblies and the
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR in the Federal Register on April 17,
part 51. power drive unit (PDU) cover
(2) You must use this service information assemblies, doing applicable on- 2018 (83 FR 16796). The NPRM was
as applicable to do the actions required by condition actions, modifying certain prompted by reports indicating that
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. dripshields, and replacing BMS 8–39 additional areas of BMS 8–39 flexible
(3) The following service information was foam strips on certain dripshields with urethane foam were found during an
approved for IBR on August 3, 2017 (82 FR BMS 8–371 foam strips. We are issuing inspection required by a related AD.
29371, June 29, 2017). this AD to address the unsafe condition The NPRM proposed to require
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–71–1069, on these products. inspecting for BMS 8–39 flexible
Revision 01, including Appendix 01, dated urethane foam insulation in the floor
April 28, 2016. DATES: This AD is effective September
(ii) Reserved. 12, 2018. panel assemblies and the PDU cover
(4) For service information identified in The Director of the Federal Register assemblies, doing applicable on-
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness approved the incorporation by reference condition actions, modifying certain
Office—EIAS, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine of certain publications listed in this AD dripshields, and replacing BMS 8–39
No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; as of September 12, 2018. foam strips on certain dripshields with
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61
ADDRESSES: For service information BMS 8–371 foam strips.
93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ We are issuing this AD to address
airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com. identified in this final rule, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, BMS 8–39 flexible urethane foam in
(5) You may view this service information certain areas, which, if exposed to an
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC ignition source, could cause an
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
information on the availability of this 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; uncontrolled fire leading to loss of
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. telephone 562–797–1717; internet control of the airplane.
(6) You may view this service information https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You Comments
that is incorporated by reference at the may view this service information at the
National Archives and Records We gave the public the opportunity to
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 participate in developing this final rule.
Administration (NARA). For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, call South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For We have considered the comment
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// information on the availability of this received. Boeing stated that it had no
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. objection to the NPRM.
locations.html. It is also available on the internet at
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on July http://www.regulations.gov by searching Conclusion
23, 2018. for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– We reviewed the relevant data,
James Cashdollar, 0276. considered the comments received, and
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Examining the AD Docket determined that air safety and the
Aircraft Certification Service. public interest require adopting this
You may examine the AD docket on final rule as proposed, except for minor
[FR Doc. 2018–16576 Filed 8–7–18; 8:45 am]
the internet at http:// editorial changes. We have determined
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P www.regulations.gov by searching for that these minor changes:
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– • Are consistent with the intent that
0276; or in person at Docket Operations was proposed in the NPRM for
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday addressing the unsafe condition; and
Federal Aviation Administration through Friday, except Federal holidays. • Do not add any additional burden
The AD docket contains this final rule, upon the public than was already
14 CFR Part 39 the regulatory evaluation, any proposed in the NPRM.
comments received, and other
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0276; Product information. The address for Docket Related Service Information Under 1
Identifier 2017–NM–079–AD; Amendment Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is CFR Part 51
39–19346; AD 2018–16–06] Docket Operations, U.S. Department of We reviewed the following Boeing
RIN 2120–AA64 Transportation, Docket Operations, M– service information.
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room • Boeing Special Attention Service
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Bulletin 747–53–2877, dated August 5,
Company Airplanes Washington, DC 20590. 2014, which describes procedures for
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: performing a general visual inspection
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AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT. Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin for BMS 8–39 flexible urethane foam
ACTION: Final rule. Safety and Environmental Systems insulation in the floor panel assemblies
Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 and the PDU cover assemblies, and
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; applicable on-condition actions.
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain phone and fax: 206–231–3566; email: • Boeing Special Attention Service
The Boeing Company Model 747–100, Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov. Bulletin 747–25–3646, Revision 1, dated
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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 August 23, 2018. | |
| Contact | Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 38953 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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