83 FR 38959 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus 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 | 2018-16736 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 153 (Wednesday, August 8, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 38959-38964] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-16736] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0077; Product Identifier 2017-NM-126-AD; Amendment 39-19352; AD 2018-16-12] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes; and A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of battery retaining rod failures due to quality defects of the material used during parts manufacturing. This AD requires a detailed inspection of the battery support assemblies to identify the battery retaining rod manufacturer, replacement of the battery retaining rods with serviceable battery retaining rods if necessary, and the addition of the applicable service information label on each battery retaining rod if necessary. 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 Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 2 Rond Point Emile Dewoitine, 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. 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 [[Page 38960]] and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0077. 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- 0077; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: 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 We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on February 12, 2018 (83 FR 5960) (``the NPRM''). The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2017-0161R1, dated September 19, 2017; corrected September 20, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes; and Model A321- 111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. The MCAI states: Several occurrences have been reported of battery rod failures on certain Airbus aeroplanes. Subsequent examination of broken rod parts determined that these failures were due to quality defects of the material used during parts manufacturing. Each battery is secured on an aeroplane by two rods. Failure of one rod, in case of severe turbulence during flight or hard landing, could lead to battery displacement, or roll on the remaining rod side, up to a point where the remaining rod could be disengaged. The battery could ultimately detach from its housing and damage relays, connectors, contactor boxes, air ducts and surrounding structure. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to the loss of the normal electrical generation not followed by an automatic recovery of essential network. To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) A92N001-16 (later revised) and EASA issued AD 2016-0204 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2016-25-24 (81 FR 90958, December 16, 2016) (``AD 2016-25-24'')] requiring repetitive general visual inspections (GVI) of the four battery rods (two per battery), and, in case of findings, replacement of battery rods. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, the manufacturer of the broken battery retaining rods has been identified, which allows proper identification of the affected parts and their withdrawal from service. Consequently, Airbus issued [service bulletin] SB A320-92- 1116 and SB A320-92-1118 to provide the necessary instructions to the affected operators. No rods delivered as spare parts are affected by the manufacturing issue. For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA AD 2016-0204, which is superseded, and requires replacement of battery retaining rods depending on manufacturer identification. This [EASA] AD also provides a terminating action for the repetitive inspections. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0077. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Request To Revise the Compliance Time Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) requested that we revise the compliance time. ALPA stated that the proposed AD specifies a compliance time of within 24 months after the AD effective date. ALPA commented that because the proposed AD is related to quality, it believes this compliance time is insufficient. ALPA also commented that since the issuance of the manufacturer's service information, operators have had over 12 months to comply with the required corrective actions. ALPA stated that, additionally, the time estimated to complete the inspections and replacement of the affected parts is minimal. ALPA recommended that we consider a compliance time of within 12 months after the AD effective date. We disagree with the commenter. While some U.S. operators have had time to plan and schedule the work contained in the Airbus service information, there is no obligation for any U.S. operator to perform those actions without a regulatory requirement. Therefore, we agree with EASA's decision to allow a 24-month compliance time to plan, schedule, and accomplish the actions necessary to remove the unsafe condition. If additional data are presented that would justify a shorter compliance time, we may consider further rulemaking on this issue. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Revise the Definition of Serviceable Rod Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that we revise the definition of a serviceable rod in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. DAL stated to add an additional paragraph that specifies: A battery retaining rod with an ISB [inspection service bulletin] label installed in accordance with the accomplishment instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes; and A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and - 232 airplanes); or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A320-251N and -271N airplanes). We partially agree with revising the definition of a serviceable rod in paragraph (g) of this AD. We have determined that the installation of the ISB label does not affect the unsafe condition and have removed the requirement from this AD. We have coordinated this changed with EASA. Furthermore, we have revised paragraph (g) of this AD to clarify that the battery retaining rod used for replacement must be positively identified as a serviceable battery retaining rod. Request for Clarification Regarding Manufacturer Serial Numbers United Airlines (UAL) requested clarification regarding manufacturer serial numbers in the proposed AD. UAL stated that the manufacturer serial numbers are not applicable to the proposed AD as identified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017, and Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. UAL stated that, although the machining that caused the failure mode is identified in the service information, the same battery retaining rod part number used in pre- and post- service information remains unchanged. UAL commented that it is unclear whether a serial number, batch number, or date exists for those battery retaining rods. UAL also asked how were the battery [[Page 38961]] retaining rod spares deemed to be serviceable in paragraph (g)(1) of the proposed AD? We agree to provide clarification for the commenter. According to EASA AD 2017-0161R1, dated September 19, 2017; corrected September 20, 2017; no spares with manufacturing defects were delivered by Airbus. Only a certain batch of defective parts were installed in production on certain manufacturer serial numbers as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; and Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. If an operator does not have an airplane affected as specified in the service information, then there is no concern relative to defective spare parts. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Clarify the Identification of Affected Parts DAL requested that we clarify the identification of the affected parts in paragraph (h) of the proposed AD. DAL stated that the detailed inspection to identify the battery retaining rod manufacturer should be of the battery support assemblies and not the battery retaining rods. We agree with the commenter's request. We have revised paragraph (h) of this AD to require a detailed inspection of the battery support assemblies to identify the manufacturer of the battery retaining rods. Request To Include an Additional Method of Compliance to the AD Requirements DAL requested that we add an additional method of compliance for paragraphs (h), (i), and (j) of the proposed AD. DAL stated that the language, ``or using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA),'' should be included as an option to using the service information. DAL also stated that this language should be considered standard wording for future ADs as applicable. We disagree with the commenter's request. We have already provided a method of compliance (MOC) for paragraphs (h), (i), and (j) of this AD in accordance with the applicable service information. Any deviations from the required MOC would need an evaluation in form of an AMOC. DAL's proposed option is generally utilized in cases where no MOC has been established or we have known information that the MOC may not be applicable for all airplanes in the U.S fleet. We have not changed the AD in this regard. Request To Not Require Certain Service Information Labels on the Battery Rod DAL and American Airlines (AA) requested that we not mandate that a service information label be attached to each battery retaining rod as required by the Airbus service information specified in paragraphs (j) and (l) of the proposed AD. AA also requested that we not mandate attachments of a service information label as part of the replacement required by paragraph (i) of the proposed AD. DAL stated that it has 7 affected airplanes that would have a different final configuration than the current and future fleet of 348 airplanes in its A320FAM fleet. AA stated that all battery retaining rods provided by Airbus post August 2016 are marked and stamped with manufactures part number (MPN) D8241023700000. AA commented that this marking of the new battery retaining rods can be used in lieu of the information service bulletin (ISB) label. AA also commented that it plans to replace all existing battery retaining rods with the new battery retaining rods that are marked with MPN D8241023700000. In addition, AA stated that installing the ISB label on the battery retaining rods on 128 of its A319/A320 airplanes does not add a safety value, but will put a burden on AA to maintain two different configurations of battery retaining rod installation between 128 airplanes that are effected by the service information in the proposed AD and 265 airplanes that are not affected by the service information in the proposed AD. We agree with the commenters' request. We agree that the ISB label is not necessary to mitigate the risk addressed in this AD. Therefore, we have determined that the installation of ISB label should be optional and not a required for compliance (RC) step. However, 14 CFR 39.9, specifies that operators have a continuing obligation to maintain compliance with an AD, and the installation of the ISB label or an equivalent method to identify a serviceable battery retaining rod provides the operators with a simplified way to demonstrate compliance with the AD requirements. We have removed paragraph (j) of the proposed AD and revised paragraph (l) of this AD to revise the terminating action requirements. We have also added paragraph (j) of this AD to provide an exception to paragraph (i) of this AD, which specifies that installing the ISB label is not a requirement in this AD. Request To Revise the Terminating Action Paragraph DAL requested that paragraph (l) of the proposed AD, ``Terminating Action,'' be revised to read, ``Replacement of all battery retaining rods,'' and not, ``Replacement of all battery retaining rods marked `SA. . . .' '' DAL stated that the battery retaining rods are not marked with ``SA,'' only the battery support assemblies. We agree with the commenter's request and have revised the AD accordingly. Request To Use Alternate Part Numbers Spirit Airlines requested that either the service information or the proposed AD be revised to provide the use of alternate materials to label part number (P/N) ASNE0248A1-4H9. Spirit Airlines stated that P/N ASNE0248A1-4H9 is no longer available, and that alternate P/N E0248A1- 4H9P and P/N ASNE0248A1-4H9T may be obtained from Airbus. Spirit Airlines believes that use of these alternate part numbers would provide an equivalent level of safety as referenced in Airbus Dossier Reference 80403684/003, dated January 8, 2018, and Airbus Retrofit Information Letter SA92M16012714 R00, dated February 1, 2017. DAL requested that a previously approved AMOC be used in the proposed AD. DAL stated that in paragraph (h) and (j) of the proposed AD, Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017, calls out a non-procurable part number for the identification label. Therefore, DAL proposed that recognition of AMOC AIR-676-18-152, issued against AD 2016-25-24, which allows an alternate label part number, be added to paragraph (m) of the proposed AD as an acceptable method of compliance to the proposed AD. We partially agree with the commenters request. As we stated previously, we have determined that installation of an ISB label is not an RC step. Therefore, a previously issued AMOC for allowing alternate label part numbers is unnecessary. However, we would like to remind operators that 14 CFR 39.9 specifies an operator's continuing obligation to maintain compliance with an AD, and installation of an ISB label or an equivalent method provides operators with a method to demonstrate the affected battery retaining rods have been removed and replaced with serviceable retaining rods in compliance with the AD requirements. [[Page 38962]] Differences Between This AD and the MCAI The MCAI includes a requirement to install an ISB label. This AD does not include that requirement. We have determined that the ISB label is not necessary to mitigate the risk addressed in this AD. However, 14 CFR 39.9, specifies that operators have a continuing obligation to maintain compliance with an AD, and the installation of the ISB label or an equivalent method to identify a serviceable battery retaining rod provides the operators with a simplified way to demonstrate compliance with the AD requirements. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus has issued Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; and Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. This service information describes a detailed inspection of the battery support assemblies to identify the battery retaining rod manufacturer, replacement of the battery retaining rods with serviceable battery retaining rods if necessary, and adding the applicable service information label on each battery retaining rod if necessary. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. 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 330 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection......................... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour $0 $85 $28,050 = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacement that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this replacement: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement................................ 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85... $0 $85 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: [[Page 38963]] 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): 2018-16-12 Airbus: Amendment 39-19352; Docket No. FAA-2018-0077; Product Identifier 2017-NM-126-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 12, 2018. (b) Affected ADs This AD affects AD 2016-25-24, Amendment 39-18750 (81 FR 90958, December 16, 2016) (``AD 2016-25-24''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, - 115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, - 216, -231, -232, -233, -251N, and -271N airplanes; and Model A321- 111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 92, Electrical system installation. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of battery retaining rod failures due to quality defects of the material used during parts manufacturing. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct broken battery retaining rods, which, in the event of a hard landing or severe turbulence, could cause the battery to detach from its housing, resulting in damage to other electrical equipment and surrounding structure. This condition could lead to loss of normal electrical power generation and subsequent inability to restore electrical power to essential airplane systems. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Definition of a Serviceable Rod For the purpose of this AD, a serviceable battery retaining rod is defined in paragraphs (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD. (1) A battery retaining rod provided as a spare part by Airbus. (2) A battery retaining rod previously fitted on a battery support assembly installed on an airplane manufacturer serial number that is not specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes); or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A320-251N and -271N airplanes), provided the battery retaining rod used for replacement can be positively identified as a serviceable battery retaining rod. (h) Identification of Affected Parts Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD: Accomplish a detailed inspection of the battery support assemblies to identify the battery retaining rod manufacturer, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92- 1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes, and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, - 213, -231, and -232 airplanes); or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92- 1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A320- 251N and -271N airplanes). (i) Replacement of Affected Parts if Marking Is Found on Battery Support Assembly If, during the inspection specified in paragraph (h) of this AD, the quality stamp on any battery support assemblies are found marked with an ``SA'' manufacturer identification, before further flight, replace the battery retaining rods with serviceable battery retaining rods, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 series airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes); or Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A320-251N and -271N airplanes); except as provided by paragraph (j) of this AD. (j) Exception to the Service Information Although Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; and Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; specify to install inspection service bulletin (ISB) labels, this AD does not include that requirement. (k) Parts Installation Prohibition As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, on any airplane, a non-serviceable battery retaining rod. (l) Terminating Action Replacement of all battery retaining rods with a serviceable battery retaining rod as required by paragraph (i) of this AD constitutes terminating action for all requirements of AD 2016-25-24 for that airplane. (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 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. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified 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 procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0161R1, dated September 19, 2017; corrected September 20, 2017; for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0077. (2) For more information about this AD, 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. (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. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-92-1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 2 Rond Point Emile Dewoitine, 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. (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 [[Page 38964]] 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 27, 2018. James Cashdollar, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-16736 Filed 8-7-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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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
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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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and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– contactor boxes, air ducts and surrounding information, there is no obligation for
0077. structure. any U.S. operator to perform those
This condition, if not detected and actions without a regulatory
Examining the AD Docket corrected, could lead to the loss of the
normal electrical generation not followed by
requirement. Therefore, we agree with
You may examine the AD docket on an automatic recovery of essential network. EASA’s decision to allow a 24-month
the internet at http:// To address this potential unsafe condition, compliance time to plan, schedule, and
www.regulations.gov by searching for Airbus issued Alert Operators Transmission accomplish the actions necessary to
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– (AOT) A92N001–16 (later revised) and EASA remove the unsafe condition. If
0077; or in person at the Docket issued AD 2016–0204 [which corresponds to additional data are presented that would
Management Facility between 9 a.m. FAA AD 2016–25–24 (81 FR 90958, justify a shorter compliance time, we
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, December 16, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–25–24’’)] may consider further rulemaking on this
except Federal holidays. The AD docket requiring repetitive general visual
inspections (GVI) of the four battery rods
issue. We have not changed this AD in
contains this AD, the regulatory (two per battery), and, in case of findings, this regard.
evaluation, any comments received, and replacement of battery rods.
other information. The street address for Request To Revise the Definition of
Since that [EASA] AD was issued, the
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– Serviceable Rod
manufacturer of the broken battery retaining
5527) is Docket Management Facility, rods has been identified, which allows Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that
U.S. Department of Transportation, proper identification of the affected parts and we revise the definition of a serviceable
Docket Operations, M–30, West their withdrawal from service. Consequently, rod in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD.
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Airbus issued [service bulletin] SB A320–92– DAL stated to add an additional
1116 and SB A320–92–1118 to provide the paragraph that specifies:
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, necessary instructions to the affected
Washington, DC 20590. operators. No rods delivered as spare parts A battery retaining rod with an ISB
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: are affected by the manufacturing issue. [inspection service bulletin] label installed in
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, For the reason described above, this accordance with the accomplishment
International Section, Transport [EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South AD 2016–0204, which is superseded, and 92–1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017
requires replacement of battery retaining rods (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 series
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; depending on manufacturer identification. airplanes; and A321–111, –112, –131, –211,
telephone and fax 206–231–3223. This [EASA] AD also provides a terminating –212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes); or
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: action for the repetitive inspections. Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92–1118,
Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 (for
Discussion You may examine the MCAI in the AD
Airbus Model A320–251N and –271N
docket on the internet at http:// airplanes).
We issued a notice of proposed
www.regulations.gov by searching for
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR We partially agree with revising the
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
part 39 by adding an AD that would definition of a serviceable rod in
0077.
apply to certain Airbus Model A319 and paragraph (g) of this AD. We have
A320 series airplanes; and Model A321– Comments determined that the installation of the
111, –112, –131, –211, –212, –213, –231, We gave the public the opportunity to ISB label does not affect the unsafe
and –232 airplanes. The NPRM participate in developing this AD. The condition and have removed the
published in the Federal Register on following presents the comments requirement from this AD. We have
February 12, 2018 (83 FR 5960) (‘‘the received on the NPRM and the FAA’s coordinated this changed with EASA.
NPRM’’). response to each comment. Furthermore, we have revised paragraph
The European Aviation Safety Agency (g) of this AD to clarify that the battery
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent Request To Revise the Compliance retaining rod used for replacement must
for the Member States of the European Time be positively identified as a serviceable
Union, has issued EASA AD 2017– Air Line Pilots Association, battery retaining rod.
0161R1, dated September 19, 2017; International (ALPA) requested that we
corrected September 20, 2017 (referred revise the compliance time. ALPA Request for Clarification Regarding
to after this as the Mandatory stated that the proposed AD specifies a Manufacturer Serial Numbers
Continuing Airworthiness Information, compliance time of within 24 months United Airlines (UAL) requested
or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe after the AD effective date. ALPA clarification regarding manufacturer
condition for certain Airbus Model commented that because the proposed serial numbers in the proposed AD.
A319 and A320 series airplanes; and AD is related to quality, it believes this UAL stated that the manufacturer serial
Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211, compliance time is insufficient. ALPA numbers are not applicable to the
–212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes. also commented that since the issuance proposed AD as identified in Airbus
The MCAI states: of the manufacturer’s service Service Bulletin A320–92–1116,
Several occurrences have been reported of information, operators have had over 12 Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017,
battery rod failures on certain Airbus months to comply with the required and Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92–
aeroplanes. Subsequent examination of corrective actions. ALPA stated that, 1118, Revision 00, dated January 31,
broken rod parts determined that these additionally, the time estimated to 2017. UAL stated that, although the
failures were due to quality defects of the complete the inspections and machining that caused the failure mode
material used during parts manufacturing. replacement of the affected parts is is identified in the service information,
Each battery is secured on an aeroplane by minimal. ALPA recommended that we the same battery retaining rod part
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two rods. Failure of one rod, in case of severe number used in pre- and post-service
turbulence during flight or hard landing,
consider a compliance time of within 12
could lead to battery displacement, or roll on months after the AD effective date. information remains unchanged. UAL
the remaining rod side, up to a point where We disagree with the commenter. commented that it is unclear whether a
the remaining rod could be disengaged. The While some U.S. operators have had serial number, batch number, or date
battery could ultimately detach from its time to plan and schedule the work exists for those battery retaining rods.
housing and damage relays, connectors, contained in the Airbus service UAL also asked how were the battery
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. identified as a serviceable battery retaining REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any
rod. approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
§ 39.13 [Amended] principal inspector, or lacking a principal
(h) Identification of Affected Parts inspector, the manager of the local flight
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
Within 24 months after the effective date standards district office/certificate holding
the following new airworthiness of this AD: Accomplish a detailed inspection district office.
directive (AD): of the battery support assemblies to identify (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
2018–16–12 Airbus: Amendment 39–19352; the battery retaining rod manufacturer, in requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
Docket No. FAA–2018–0077; Product accordance with the Accomplishment actions from a manufacturer, the action must
Identifier 2017–NM–126–AD. Instructions of the Airbus Service Bulletin be accomplished using a method approved
A320–92–1116, Revision 00, dated January by the Manager, International Section,
(a) Effective Date 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
This AD is effective September 12, 2018. series airplanes, and Model A321–111, –112, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or
–131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232 Airbus’s EASA Design Organization
(b) Affected ADs Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA,
airplanes); or Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
This AD affects AD 2016–25–24, 92–1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 the approval must include the DOA-
Amendment 39–18750 (81 FR 90958, (for Airbus Model A320–251N and –271N authorized signature.
December 16, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016–25–24’’). airplanes). (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any
service information contains procedures or
(c) Applicability (i) Replacement of Affected Parts if Marking tests that are identified as RC, those
This AD applies to Airbus Model A319– Is Found on Battery Support Assembly procedures and tests must be done to comply
111, –112, –113, –114, –115, –131, –132, and If, during the inspection specified in with this AD; any procedures or tests that are
–133 airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, –214, paragraph (h) of this AD, the quality stamp not identified as RC are recommended. Those
–216, –231, –232, –233, –251N, and –271N on any battery support assemblies are found procedures and tests that are not identified
airplanes; and Model A321–111, –112, –131, marked with an ‘‘SA’’ manufacturer as RC may be deviated from using accepted
–211, –212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes, identification, before further flight, replace methods in accordance with the operator’s
certificated in any category, as identified in the battery retaining rods with serviceable maintenance or inspection program without
Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92–1116, battery retaining rods, in accordance with the obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; or Accomplishment Instructions of the Airbus the procedures and tests identified as RC can
Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92–1118, Service Bulletin A320–92–1116, Revision 00, be done and the airplane can be put back in
Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017. dated January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or
(d) Subject A319 and A320 series airplanes; and Model changes to procedures or tests identified as
A321–111, –112, –131, –211, –212, –213, RC require approval of an AMOC.
Air Transport Association (ATA) of –231, and –232 airplanes); or Airbus Service
America Code 92, Electrical system Bulletin A320–92–1118, Revision 00, dated (n) Related Information
installation. January 31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A320– (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
(e) Reason 251N and –271N airplanes); except as Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
provided by paragraph (j) of this AD. 2017–0161R1, dated September 19, 2017;
This AD was prompted by reports of corrected September 20, 2017; for related
battery retaining rod failures due to quality (j) Exception to the Service Information information. This MCAI may be found in the
defects of the material used during parts Although Airbus Service Bulletin A320– AD docket on the internet at http://
manufacturing. We are issuing this AD to 92–1116, Revision 00, dated January 31, www.regulations.gov by searching for and
detect and correct broken battery retaining 2017; and Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92– locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0077.
rods, which, in the event of a hard landing 1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017; (2) For more information about this AD,
or severe turbulence, could cause the battery specify to install inspection service bulletin contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
to detach from its housing, resulting in (ISB) labels, this AD does not include that International Section, Transport Standards
damage to other electrical equipment and requirement. Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des
surrounding structure. This condition could Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206–
lead to loss of normal electrical power (k) Parts Installation Prohibition 231–3223.
generation and subsequent inability to restore As of the effective date of this AD, no
electrical power to essential airplane person may install, on any airplane, a non- (o) Material Incorporated by Reference
systems. serviceable battery retaining rod. (1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(f) Compliance (l) Terminating Action (IBR) of the service information listed in this
Comply with this AD within the Replacement of all battery retaining rods paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
compliance times specified, unless already with a serviceable battery retaining rod as part 51.
done. required by paragraph (i) of this AD (2) You must use this service information
constitutes terminating action for all as applicable to do the actions required by
(g) Definition of a Serviceable Rod requirements of AD 2016–25–24 for that this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
For the purpose of this AD, a serviceable airplane. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92–1116,
battery retaining rod is defined in paragraphs Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017.
(g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD. (m) Other FAA AD Provisions
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–92–1118,
(1) A battery retaining rod provided as a The following provisions also apply to this Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017.
spare part by Airbus. AD: (3) For service information identified in
(2) A battery retaining rod previously fitted (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness
on a battery support assembly installed on an (AMOCs): The Manager, International Office—EIAS, 2 Rond Point Emile Dewoitine,
airplane manufacturer serial number that is Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33
not specified in Airbus Service Bulletin has the authority to approve AMOCs for this 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email
A320–92–1116, Revision 00, dated January AD, if requested using the procedures found account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; internet
31, 2017 (for Airbus Model A319 and A320 in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR http://www.airbus.com.
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series airplanes; and Model A321–111, –112, 39.19, send your request to your principal (4) You may view this service information
–131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232 inspector or local Flight Standards District at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
airplanes); or Airbus Service Bulletin A320– Office, as appropriate. If sending information 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
92–1118, Revision 00, dated January 31, 2017 directly to the International Section, send it information on the availability of this
(for Airbus Model A320–251N and –271N to the attention of the person identified in material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
airplanes), provided the battery retaining rod paragraph (n)(2) of this AD. Information may (5) You may view this service information
used for replacement can be positively be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- that is incorporated by reference at the
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National Archives and Records ministerial changes to the Code of I. Background
Administration (NARA). For information on Federal Register (CFR) to reflect SIP
the availability of this material at NARA, call The SIP is a set of air pollution
actions pertaining to the Arkansas regulations, control strategies, and
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// Prevention of Significant Deterioration
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- technical analyses developed by the
locations.html.
(PSD) program. state to ensure that the state meets the
DATES: This rule is effective on National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on July
27, 2018. November 6, 2018 without further (NAAQS). These ambient standards are
James Cashdollar,
notice, unless the EPA receives relevant established under section 109 of the Act
adverse comment by September 7, 2018. and they currently address six criteria
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
If the EPA receives such comment, the pollutants: Carbon monoxide, lead,
Aircraft Certification Service.
EPA will publish a timely withdrawal in nitrogen dioxide, ozone, particulate
[FR Doc. 2018–16736 Filed 8–7–18; 8:45 am]
the Federal Register informing the matter, and sulfur dioxide. The SIP is
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
public that this rule will not take effect. required by Section 110 of the Act and
ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, can be extensive, containing state
identified by Docket No. EPA–R06– regulations or other enforceable
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY documents and supporting information
OAR–2017–0699, at http://
www.regulations.gov or via email to such as emission inventories,
Federal Energy Regulatory monitoring networks, and modeling
Commission paige.carrie@epa.gov. Follow the online
instructions for submitting comments. demonstrations.
On March 24, 2017, the Governor of
18 CFR Parts 154, 260, and 284 Once submitted, comments cannot be
Arkansas submitted to the EPA
edited or removed from Regulations.gov.
[Docket Nos. RM18–11–000, RP18–415–000; revisions to the Arkansas SIP. The
The EPA may publish any comment
Order No. 849] submittal includes revisions to the
received to its public docket. Do not
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Correction submissions (audio, video, etc.) must be the Infrastructure and NAAQS SIPs.
accompanied by a written comment. EPA has taken separate action on the
In rule document 2018–15786 The written comment is considered the
appearing on pages 36672–36717 in the following portions of this submittal: (1)
official comment and should include On December 21, 2017, EPA approved
issue of July 30, 2018, make the discussion of all points you wish to
following correction: the revisions to Reg. 19, Chapter 2, that
make. The EPA will generally not address the definition of ‘‘Volatile
§ 260.402 [Corrected] consider comments or comment Organic Compounds’’ (see 82 FR 60517);
contents located outside of the primary (2) On February 14, 2018, EPA approved
■ On page 36715, in § 260.402, in the submission (i.e. on the web, cloud, or
second column, under Amendatory the Infrastructure portion (see 83 FR
other file sharing system). For 6470); (3) On June 29, 2018, EPA
Instruction 4, in the first line, additional submission methods, please
‘‘§ 60.402’’ should read ‘‘§ 260.402’’. approved the revisions to Reg. 19,
contact Carrie Paige, 214–665–6521, Chapter 4, that address Minor New
[FR Doc. C1–2018–15786 Filed 8–7–18; 8:45 am] paige.carrie@epa.gov. For the full EPA Source Review (see 83 FR 30553); And,
BILLING CODE 1301–00–D public comment policy, information (4) on June 29, 2018, EPA proposed to
about CBI or multimedia submissions, approve the revisions that address
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION effective comments, please visit http:// 2012 PM2.5 NAAQS and the revisions to
AGENCY www2.epa.gov/dockets/commenting- Reg. 19, Chapter 2 and Appendix B, that
epa-dockets. address the definition of 2012 PM2.5 in
40 CFR Part 52 Docket: The index to the docket for the definition of ‘‘NAAQS’’ and the
[EPA–R06–OAR–2017–0699; FRL–9981– this action is available electronically at table for ‘‘Particle Pollution, PM2.5’’ (see
41—Region 6] www.regulations.gov and in hard copy 83 FR 30622). Because these prior EPA
at EPA Region 6, 1445 Ross Avenue, actions did not address all the
Air Plan Approval; Arkansas Suite 700, Dallas, Texas. While all submitted revisions to Reg. 19, Chapter
documents in the docket are listed in 2 and Appendix B, today’s action
AGENCY: Environmental Protection the index, some information may be
Agency (EPA). addresses the remaining submitted
publicly available only at the hard copy revisions to Reg. 19, Chapter 2 and
ACTION: Direct final rule. location (e.g., copyrighted material), and Appendix B, and the submitted
some may not be publicly available at revisions to Reg. 19, Chapters 1, 3, 5, 13,
SUMMARY: Pursuant to the Federal Clean either location (e.g., CBI).
Air Act (CAA or the Act), the 14, and 15. For a detailed list of each
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: revision with our evaluation, please see
is approving portions of the revisions to Carrie Paige, 214–665–6521, our Technical Support Document (TSD)
the Arkansas State Implementation Plan paige.carrie@epa.gov. To inspect the in the docket for this rulemaking.
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(SIP) submitted by the Arkansas hard copy materials, please schedule an
II. Summary of Revisions to the
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Arkansas SIP and EPA Evaluation
(ADEQ) on March 24, 2017. Most of the Deese at 214–665–7253.
revisions are administrative in nature SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A. Non-Substantive Changes
and make the SIP current with Federal Throughout this document ‘‘we,’’ ‘‘us,’’ Non-substantive changes were made
rules. The EPA is also making and ‘‘our’’ means the EPA. to Regulation 19, Chapter 1, Sections
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| 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 | 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 38959 | |
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