83 FR 38957 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company 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)
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| FR Document | 2018-16509 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 153 (Wednesday, August 8, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 38957-38959] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-16509] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0276; Product Identifier 2017-NM-079-AD; Amendment 39-19346; AD 2018-16-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 747-100, -100B, -100B SUD, -200B, -200C, - 200F, -300, -400, -400D, 747SP, and 747SR, and 747-8 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports indicating that additional areas of Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 flexible urethane foam were found during an inspection required by a related AD. This AD requires inspecting for BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam insulation in the floor panel assemblies and the power drive unit (PDU) cover assemblies, doing applicable on-condition actions, modifying certain dripshields, and replacing BMS 8-39 foam strips on certain dripshields with BMS 8-371 foam strips. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective September 12, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 12, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0276. 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- 0276; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647- 5527) is Docket Operations, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3566; email: Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain The Boeing Company Model 747-100, -100B, -100B SUD, -200B, -200C, -200F, -300, -400, - 400D, 747SP, and 747SR, and 747-8 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 17, 2018 (83 FR 16796). The NPRM was prompted by reports indicating that additional areas of BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam were found during an inspection required by a related AD. The NPRM proposed to require inspecting for BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam insulation in the floor panel assemblies and the PDU cover assemblies, doing applicable on-condition actions, modifying certain dripshields, and replacing BMS 8-39 foam strips on certain dripshields with BMS 8-371 foam strips. We are issuing this AD to address BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam in certain areas, which, if exposed to an ignition source, could cause an uncontrolled fire leading to loss of control of the airplane. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. We have considered the comment received. Boeing stated that it had no objection to the NPRM. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed, except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following Boeing service information. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-53-2877, dated August 5, 2014, which describes procedures for performing a general visual inspection for BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam insulation in the floor panel assemblies and the PDU cover assemblies, and applicable on-condition actions. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3646, Revision 1, dated [[Page 38958]] August 2, 2017, which describes procedures for replacing BMS 8-39 foam strips with BMS 8-371 foam strips on certain dripshields. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3692, dated June 22, 2016, which describes procedures for modifying and replacing BMS 8-39 foam strips with BMS 8-371 foam strips on certain dripshields. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 87 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection and replacement...... 25 work-hour x $85 Up to $184,460.... Up to $186,585.... Up to $6,157,305 per hour = $2,125. (33 airplanes affected). Modification and installation of 10 work-hours x Unavailable \1\... $850.............. $44,200 (52 the dripshields. $85 per hour = airplanes $850. affected). Replacement of the foam on the 8 work-hours x $85 Unavailable \1\... $680.............. $4,760 (7 dripshields. per hour = $680. airplanes affected). ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- \1\ We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide parts cost estimates as the parts and materials are to be supplied by the operator for the actions specified in this AD. We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this 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 available 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 AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2018-16-06 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19346; Docket No. FAA- 2018-0276; Product Identifier 2017-NM-079-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 12, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD. (1) Model 747-100, -100B, -100B SUD, -200B, -200C, -200F, -300, -400, -400D, 747SP, and 747SR series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-53-2877, dated August 5, 2014. (2) Model 747-400, -400D, and 747-8 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3646, Revision 1, dated August 2, 2017. (3) Model 747-100, -100B, -100B SUD, -200B, -300, 747SP, and 747SR series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3692, dated June 22, 2016. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/ furnishings; 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports indicating that additional areas of Boeing Material Specification (BMS) 8-39 flexible urethane foam were found during an inspection required by a related AD. The degradation of the foam increases the [[Page 38959]] potential for an uncontrolled fire below the passenger compartment floor and other locations outside the areas covered by smoke detection and fire protection systems. We are issuing this AD to detect and replace BMS 8-39 flexible urethane foam in certain areas, which, if exposed to an ignition source, could cause an uncontrolled fire leading to loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions Within 72 months after the effective date of this AD, do all actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD. (1) For airplanes identified in paragraph (c)(1) of this AD: Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-53-2877, dated August 5, 2014. (2) For airplanes identified in paragraph (c)(2) of this AD: Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3646, Revision 1, dated August 2, 2017. (3) For airplanes identified in paragraph (c)(3) of this AD: Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3692, dated June 22, 2016. (h) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3646, dated June 19, 2015. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (j) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206- 231-3566; email: Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3646, Revision 1, dated August 2, 2017. (ii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-25-3692, dated June 22, 2016. (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-53-2877, dated August 5, 2014. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740- 5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on July 23, 2018. James Cashdollar, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-16509 Filed 8-7-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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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
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
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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August 2, 2017, which describes foam strips with BMS 8–371 foam strips Costs of Compliance
procedures for replacing BMS 8–39 on certain dripshields.
foam strips with BMS 8–371 foam strips We estimate that this AD affects 87
This service information is reasonably airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
on certain dripshields. available because the interested parties
• Boeing Special Attention Service the following costs to comply with this
have access to it through their normal AD:
Bulletin 747–25–3692, dated June 22,
course of business or by the means
2016, which describes procedures for
modifying and replacing BMS 8–39 identified in the ADDRESSES section.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection and replacement ....... 25 work-hour × $85 per hour = Up to $184,460 ..... Up to $186,585 ..... Up to $6,157,305 (33 airplanes
$2,125. affected).
Modification and installation of 10 work-hours × $85 per hour = Unavailable 1 ......... $850 ...................... $44,200 (52 airplanes affected).
the dripshields. $850.
Replacement of the foam on the 8 work-hours × $85 per hour = Unavailable 1 ......... $680 ...................... $4,760 (7 airplanes affected).
dripshields. $680.
1 We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide parts cost estimates as the parts and materials are to be supplied by the
operator for the actions specified in this AD.
We have received no definitive data delegated the authority to issue ADs Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
that would enable us to provide cost applicable to transport category
estimates for the on-condition actions airplanes and associated appliances to § 39.13 [Amended]
specified in this AD. the Director of the System Oversight ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
According to the manufacturer, some Division. the following new airworthiness
of the costs of this AD may be covered directive (AD):
under warranty, thereby reducing the Regulatory Findings
2018–16–06 The Boeing Company:
cost impact on affected individuals. We This AD will not have federalism Amendment 39–19346; Docket No.
do not control warranty coverage for implications under Executive Order FAA–2018–0276; Product Identifier
affected individuals. As a result, we 13132. This AD will not have a 2017–NM–079–AD.
have included all available costs in our substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national (a) Effective Date
cost estimate.
government and the States, or on the This AD is effective September 12, 2018.
Authority for This Rulemaking distribution of power and (b) Affected ADs
Title 49 of the United States Code responsibilities among the various None.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue levels of government.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, For the reasons discussed above, I (c) Applicability
section 106, describes the authority of certify that this AD: This AD applies to The Boeing Company
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory airplanes, certificated in any category, as
Aviation Programs, describes in more action’’ under Executive Order 12866, identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and
detail the scope of the Agency’s (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (c)(3) of this AD.
authority. DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (1) Model 747–100, –100B, –100B SUD,
We are issuing this rulemaking under (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), –200B, –200C, –200F, –300, –400, –400D,
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation 747SP, and 747SR series airplanes, as
in Alaska, and identified in Boeing Special Attention
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Service Bulletin 747–53–2877, dated August
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (4) Will not have a significant
5, 2014.
section, Congress charges the FAA with economic impact, positive or negative, (2) Model 747–400, –400D, and 747–8
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in on a substantial number of small entities series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
air commerce by prescribing regulations under the criteria of the Regulatory Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–25–
for practices, methods, and procedures Flexibility Act. 3646, Revision 1, dated August 2, 2017.
the Administrator finds necessary for (3) Model 747–100, –100B, –100B SUD,
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 –200B, –300, 747SP, and 747SR series
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special
because it addresses an unsafe condition safety, Incorporation by reference, Attention Service Bulletin 747–25–3692,
Safety. dated June 22, 2016.
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking Adoption of the Amendment (d) Subject
action. Accordingly, under the authority Air Transport Association (ATA) of
This AD is issued in accordance with America Code 25, Equipment/furnishings;
delegated to me by the Administrator, 53, Fuselage.
authority delegated by the Executive
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
follows: (e) Unsafe Condition
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
This AD was prompted by reports
In accordance with that order, issuance PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS indicating that additional areas of Boeing
of ADs is normally a function of the DIRECTIVES Material Specification (BMS) 8–39 flexible
Compliance and Airworthiness urethane foam were found during an
Division, but during this transition ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 inspection required by a related AD. The
period, the Executive Director has continues to read as follows: degradation of the foam increases the
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potential for an uncontrolled fire below the (4) For service information that contains Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on July
passenger compartment floor and other steps that are labeled as Required for 23, 2018.
locations outside the areas covered by smoke Compliance (RC), the provisions of James Cashdollar,
detection and fire protection systems. We are paragraphs (i)(4)(i) and (i)(4)(ii) of this AD Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
issuing this AD to detect and replace BMS 8– apply. Aircraft Certification Service.
39 flexible urethane foam in certain areas, (i) The steps labeled as RC, including [FR Doc. 2018–16509 Filed 8–7–18; 8:45 am]
which, if exposed to an ignition source, substeps under an RC step and any figures
could cause an uncontrolled fire leading to BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
identified in an RC step, must be done to
loss of control of the airplane.
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is
(f) Compliance labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Comply with this AD within the requirement is removed from that step or
compliance times specified, unless already substep. An AMOC is required for any Federal Aviation Administration
done. deviations to RC steps, including substeps
and identified figures. 14 CFR Part 39
(g) Required Actions
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
Within 72 months after the effective date deviated from using accepted methods in [Docket No. FAA–2018–0077; Product
of this AD, do all actions identified as ‘‘RC’’ accordance with the operator’s maintenance Identifier 2017–NM–126–AD; Amendment
(required for compliance) in, and in or inspection program without obtaining 39–19352; AD 2018–16–12]
accordance with, the Accomplishment approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, RIN 2120–AA64
Instructions of the applicable service
including substeps and identified figures, can
information identified in paragraphs (g)(1),
(g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD.
still be done as specified, and the airplane Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
(1) For airplanes identified in paragraph can be put back in an airworthy condition. Airplanes
(c)(1) of this AD: Boeing Special Attention (j) Related Information AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Service Bulletin 747–53–2877, dated August
5, 2014. (1) For more information about this AD, Administration (FAA), Department of
(2) For airplanes identified in paragraph contact Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Transportation (DOT).
(c)(2) of this AD: Boeing Special Attention Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems ACTION: Final rule.
Service Bulletin 747–25–3646, Revision 1, Section, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des
dated August 2, 2017. Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206–231– SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
(3) For airplanes identified in paragraph 3566; email: Michael.S.Craig@faa.gov. airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
(c)(3) of this AD: Boeing Special Attention (2) Service information identified in this Airbus Model A319 and A320 series
Service Bulletin 747–25–3692, dated June 22, AD that is not incorporated by reference is airplanes; and A321–111, –112, –131,
2016. available at the addresses specified in –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232
(h) Credit for Previous Actions paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD. airplanes. This AD was prompted by
This paragraph provides credit for the (k) Material Incorporated by Reference reports of battery retaining rod failures
actions specified in paragraph (g)(2) of this due to quality defects of the material
(1) The Director of the Federal Register used during parts manufacturing. This
AD, if those actions were performed before
the effective date of this AD using Boeing approved the incorporation by reference AD requires a detailed inspection of the
Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–25– (IBR) of the service information listed in this
battery support assemblies to identify
3646, dated June 19, 2015. paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
the battery retaining rod manufacturer,
part 51.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance replacement of the battery retaining rods
(2) You must use this service information
(AMOCs) with serviceable battery retaining rods if
as applicable to do the actions required by
(1) The Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
necessary, and the addition of the
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs (i) Boeing Special Attention Service
applicable service information label on
for this AD, if requested using the procedures Bulletin 747–25–3646, Revision 1, dated each battery retaining rod if necessary.
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with August 2, 2017. We are issuing this AD to address the
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your unsafe condition on these products.
(ii) Boeing Special Attention Service
principal inspector or local Flight Standards
Bulletin 747–25–3692, dated June 22, 2016. DATES: This AD is effective September
District Office, as appropriate. If sending
information directly to the manager of the (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service 12, 2018.
certification office, send it to the attention of Bulletin 747–53–2877, dated August 5, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register
the person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of (3) For service information identified in approved the incorporation by reference
this AD. Information may be emailed to: this AD, contact Boeing Commercial of certain publications listed in this AD
9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@ Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data as of September 12, 2018.
faa.gov. Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., ADDRESSES: For service information
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
identified in this final rule, contact
notify your appropriate principal inspector, telephone 562–797–1717; internet https://
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager Airbus, Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 2
www.myboeingfleet.com.
of the local flight standards district office/ Rond Point Emile Dewoitine, 31700
(4) You may view this service information
certificate holding district office. at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email
level of safety may be used for any repair, information on the availability of this account.airworth-eas@airbus.com;
modification, or alteration required by this internet http://www.airbus.com. You
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
AD if it is approved by the Boeing may view this referenced service
(5) You may view this service information
Commercial Airplanes Organization information at the FAA, Transport
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St.,
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO
Branch, to make those findings. To be Administration (NARA). For information on Des Moines, WA. For information on the
approved, the repair method, modification the availability of this material at NARA, call availability of this material at the FAA,
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// call 206–231–3195. It is also available
the certification basis of the airplane, and the www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- on the internet at http://
approval must specifically refer to this AD. locations.html. www.regulations.gov by searching for
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective September 12, 2018. | |
| Contact | Scott Craig, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3566; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 38957 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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