83 FR 43744 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 167 (August 28, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 167 (August 28, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-18272 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 167 (Tuesday, August 28, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 43744-43747] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-18272] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0554; Product Identifier 2016-NM-201-AD; Amendment 39-19370; AD 2018-17-16] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A300 series airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a static analysis performed by Airbus SAS that revealed some areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the damage limits previously published in certain structural repair manuals. This AD requires an inspection to determine whether repair or damage to certain wing areas is beyond the allowable limits; and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective October 2, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publication listed in this AD as of October 2, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAW, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.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-2017- 0554. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0554; 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: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3225. 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 all Airbus SAS Model A300 series airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 12, 2017 (82 FR 26869). [[Page 43745]] We are issuing this AD to address any repair or damage on the wing structure that is outside the allowable structural limits. Such conditions could reduce the structural integrity of the wings and could result in loss of control of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2016-0229, dated November 15, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus SAS Model A300 series airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310 series airplanes. The MCAI states: A static analysis performed by Airbus on A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes, revealed that some areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the damage previously published in the A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST Structural Repair Manuals (SRM). The SRMs were therefore amended to reduce the dimensions of allowable damage and to indicate the areas of the wing structure where damage is no longer acceptable. This condition, if not detected, could reduce the structural integrity of the wings. Consequently, Airbus issued Service Bulletins (SB) A300-57-0256, A310-57-2102, A300-57-6114, and A300-57-9027 (hereafter referred to as ``the applicable Airbus SB''), as applicable for A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST aeroplanes, to inspect the areas identified in these SBs and determine if the repair(s) or damage(s) found stay within the limits indicated in the latest SRM issue (including temporary revisions). For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD requires accomplishment of an inspection of the aeroplane records. If aeroplane records are missing or incomplete, a Detail Inspection (DET) of specific wing areas is required to ensure that no repair or damage is beyond the limits allowed in the current revision of the SRM (including temporary revisions) [and repair if necessary]. 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-2017- 0554. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. FedEx stated that it supported the NPRM. Request To Delay the Issuance Pending New Service Information Airbus and United Parcel Service (UPS) requested that we delay issuance of the final rule until new service information is released. Airbus stated that a configuration issue and an allowable damage limit issue has been identified for certain freighter manufacturer serial numbers, as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. Airbus also stated that it intends to update the service information. UPS stated that certain configurations specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015, do not meet the intent of the proposed AD because airplanes with a freighter configuration have an additional inspection of the wing lower skin between ribs 26 and 27. UPS also stated that the allowable damage limitations are inconsistent between Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57- 6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015, and applicable SRM references. We agree with the commenters' request. Since the NPRM has been issued, Airbus SAS has issued Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018, and has updated the applicable SRMs referenced in the service information. Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018, does not contain substantive changes. Therefore, we have revised paragraph (i)(2) of this AD to refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018. We have also added paragraph (j) of this AD to give credit for actions in paragraph (g) of this AD completed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. We redesignated subsequent paragraphs accordingly. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule 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 addressing 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 final rule. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following Airbus SAS Service Information. Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (Airbus Model A300 series airplanes). Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018 (for Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes)). Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model A310 series airplanes). This service information describes a review of the airplane maintenance records and a detailed inspection of the left-hand and right-hand wing areas to determine whether any repair or damage is beyond the allowable limits in the current revision of the SRM, and repair if necessary. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models in different configurations. 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 128 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..................... Up to 18 work-hours x $0 Up to $1,530...... Up to $195,840. $85 per hour = $1,530. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 43746]] We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. 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 the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2018-17-16 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-19370; Docket No. FAA-2017-0554; Product Identifier 2016-NM-201-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective October 2, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model A300 B2-1A, B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4- 600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes); and Model A310-203, -204, -221, -222, -304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes; certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a static analysis performed by Airbus SAS that revealed that some areas of the wing structure cannot sustain the damage limits previously published in the Airbus A300, A310, A300-600, and A300-600ST Structural Repair Manuals. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct any repair or damage on the wing structure that is outside the allowable structural limits. Such conditions could reduce the structural integrity of the wings and could result in loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection Within 36 months after the effective date of this AD: Do a detailed inspection of the left-hand and right-hand wing areas to determine whether any repair or damage exceeds the allowable structural limits, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in paragraph (i) of this AD. A review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if it can be positively determined from that review whether any repair or damage exceeds the allowable structural limits and the airplane configuration can be conclusively determined from that review. (h) Corrective Action If, during any review or inspection, as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any repair or damage is found that is outside the allowable structural limits specified in the applicable service information in paragraph (i) of this AD: Within 3 months after accomplishing the review or inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (i) Service Information for the Actions Specified in Paragraph (g) of This AD Use the applicable service information for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Airbus Model A300 series airplanes). (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018 (for Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600 series airplanes)). (3) Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model A310 series airplanes). (j) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. (k) 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 manager of the International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. 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. [[Page 43747]] (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS's EASA 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. (l) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0229, dated November 15, 2016, 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-2017-0554. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3225. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD. (m) 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 A300-57-0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300-57-6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAW, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; 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 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 August 16, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-18272 Filed 8-27-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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this AD to require engine modification to (2) You must use this service information limits; and repair if necessary. We are
prevent asymmetric thrust. The unsafe as applicable to do the actions required by issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition, if not addressed, could result in this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. condition on these products.
failure of the beta switch, loss of engine (i) GE Aviation Czech Service Bulletin SB–
thrust control, and reduced control of the H80–76–00–00–0036, Revision No. 02, dated DATES: This AD is effective October 2,
airplane. March 29, 2018. 2018.
(f) Compliance (ii) Reserved. The Director of the Federal Register
(3) For service information identified in approved the incorporation by reference
Comply with this AD within the this AD, contact GE Aviation Czech s.r.o.,
compliance times specified, unless already of certain publication listed in this AD
Beranových 65, 199 02 Praha 9—Letňany, as of October 2, 2018.
done. Czech Republic; phone: +420 222 538 111;
(g) Required Actions fax: +420 222 538 222. ADDRESSES: For service information
(4) You may view this service information identified in this final rule, contact
Within 25 flight hours, 20 flight cycles, or
30 days, whichever occurs first after the
at FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office—
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, EAW, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No:
effective date of this AD, inspect and adjust
MA 01803. For information on the 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France;
the engine push-pull control, P/N M601–
availability of this material at the FAA, call telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5
76.3, and replace beta switch, P/N P–S–2,
with beta switch, P/N P–S–2A, in accordance 781–238–7759.
(5) You may view this service information
61 93 44 51; email account.airworth-
with paragraphs 1.6. and 1.7. of GE Aviation eas@airbus.com; internet http://
Czech Service Bulletin (SB) SB–H80–76–00– that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records www.airbus.com. You may view this
00–0036, Revision No. 02, dated March 29,
2018. Administration (NARA). For information on service information at the FAA,
the availability of this material at NARA, call Transport Standards Branch, 2200
(h) Installation Prohibition 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
After the effective date of this AD: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- information on the availability of this
(1) Do not install beta switch, P/N P–S–2, locations.html. material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
on any engine. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on It is also available on the internet at
(2) Do not install a GE Aviation Czech August 21, 2018. http://www.regulations.gov by searching
H80–200 turboprop engine on any airplane
unless the required actions in paragraph (g) Karen M. Grant, for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
of this AD have been complied with. This Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller 0554.
engine installation prohibition does not Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification
Service.
Examining the AD Docket
apply to an engine removal and subsequent
re-installation on the same airplane during an [FR Doc. 2018–18575 Filed 8–27–18; 8:45 am] You may examine the AD docket on
airplane maintenance visit. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P the internet at http://
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance www.regulations.gov by searching for
(AMOCs) and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 0554; or in person at Docket Operations
the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
if requested using the procedures found in 14 Federal Aviation Administration through Friday, except Federal holidays.
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, The AD docket contains this final rule,
send your request to your principal inspector 14 CFR Part 39 the regulatory evaluation, any
or local Flight Standards District Office, as comments received, and other
appropriate. If sending information directly [Docket No. FAA–2017–0554; Product
to the manager of the certification office, Identifier 2016–NM–201–AD; Amendment information. The address for Docket
send it to the attention of the person 39–19370; AD 2018–17–16] Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
identified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD. You Docket Operations, U.S. Department of
RIN 2120–AA64
may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@ Transportation, Docket Operations,
faa.gov. Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
Airplanes
notify your appropriate principal inspector, Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager AGENCY: Federal Aviation
of the local flight standards district office/ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan
Administration (FAA), Department of
certificate holding district office. Rodina, Aerospace Engineer,
Transportation (DOT).
(j) Related Information
International Section, Transport
ACTION: Final rule.
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
(1) For more information about this AD, 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
contact Wego Wang, Aerospace Engineer, SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, airworthiness directive (AD) for all telephone and fax 206–231–3225.
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238– Airbus SAS Model A300 series SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
7134; fax: 781–238–7199; email: wego.wang@ airplanes; Model A300 B4–600, B4–
faa.gov. Discussion
600R, and F4–600R series airplanes, and
(2) Refer to European Aviation Safety Model A300 C4–605R Variant F We issued a notice of proposed
Agency AD 2018–0075, dated April 5, 2018,
for more information. You may examine the
airplanes (collectively called Model rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
European Aviation Safety Agency AD in the A300–600 series airplanes); and Model part 39 by adding an AD that would
AD docket on the internet at http:// A310 series airplanes. This AD was apply to all Airbus SAS Model A300
www.regulations.gov by searching for and prompted by a static analysis performed series airplanes; Model A300 B4–600,
locating it in Docket No. FAA–2018–0723. by Airbus SAS that revealed some areas B4–600R, and F4–600R series airplanes,
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(k) Material Incorporated by Reference of the wing structure cannot sustain the and Model A300 C4–605R Variant F
damage limits previously published in airplanes (collectively called Model
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference certain structural repair manuals. This A300–600 series airplanes); and Model
(IBR) of the service information listed in this AD requires an inspection to determine A310 series airplanes. The NPRM
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR whether repair or damage to certain published in the Federal Register on
part 51. wing areas is beyond the allowable June 12, 2017 (82 FR 26869).
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We are issuing this AD to address any Comments Conclusion
repair or damage on the wing structure We reviewed the relevant data,
that is outside the allowable structural We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this final rule. considered the comments received, and
limits. Such conditions could reduce determined that air safety and the
the structural integrity of the wings and The following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s public interest require adopting this
could result in loss of control of the final rule with the changes described
airplane. response to each comment. FedEx stated
that it supported the NPRM. previously and minor editorial changes.
The European Aviation Safety Agency We have determined that these minor
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent Request To Delay the Issuance Pending changes:
for the Member States of the European New Service Information • Are consistent with the intent that
Union, has issued EASA AD 2016–0229, was proposed in the NPRM for
dated November 15, 2016 (referred to Airbus and United Parcel Service addressing the unsafe condition; and
after this as the Mandatory Continuing (UPS) requested that we delay issuance • Do not add any additional burden
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the of the final rule until new service upon the public than was already
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition information is released. Airbus stated proposed in the NPRM.
for all Airbus SAS Model A300 series that a configuration issue and an We also determined that these
airplanes; Model A300 B4–600, B4– allowable damage limit issue has been changes will not increase the economic
600R, and F4–600R series airplanes, and identified for certain freighter burden on any operator or increase the
Model A300 C4–605R Variant F manufacturer serial numbers, as scope of this final rule.
airplanes (collectively called Model specified in Airbus Service Bulletin
A300–600 series airplanes); and Model A300–57–6114, Revision 00, dated Related Service Information Under 1
A310 series airplanes. The MCAI states: August 3, 2015. Airbus also stated that CFR Part 51
A static analysis performed by Airbus on
it intends to update the service We reviewed the following Airbus
A300, A310, A300–600, and A300–600ST information. SAS Service Information.
aeroplanes, revealed that some areas of the UPS stated that certain configurations • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
wing structure cannot sustain the damage specified in Airbus Service Bulletin 0256, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015
previously published in the A300, A310, A300–57–6114, Revision 00, dated (Airbus Model A300 series airplanes).
A300–600, and A300–600ST Structural
August 3, 2015, do not meet the intent • Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–
Repair Manuals (SRM). 6114, Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018
The SRMs were therefore amended to
of the proposed AD because airplanes
with a freighter configuration have an (for Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and
reduce the dimensions of allowable damage F4–600R series airplanes, and Model
and to indicate the areas of the wing additional inspection of the wing lower
structure where damage is no longer skin between ribs 26 and 27. UPS also A300 C4–605R Variant F airplanes
acceptable. stated that the allowable damage (collectively called Model A300–600
This condition, if not detected, could limitations are inconsistent between series airplanes)).
reduce the structural integrity of the wings. Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–6114, • Airbus Service Bulletin A310–57–
Consequently, Airbus issued Service Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015, and 2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015
Bulletins (SB) A300–57–0256, A310–57– applicable SRM references. (for Model A310 series airplanes).
2102, A300–57–6114, and A300–57–9027 This service information describes a
(hereafter referred to as ‘‘the applicable We agree with the commenters’ review of the airplane maintenance
Airbus SB’’), as applicable for A300, A310, request. Since the NPRM has been records and a detailed inspection of the
A300–600, and A300–600ST aeroplanes, to issued, Airbus SAS has issued Service left-hand and right-hand wing areas to
inspect the areas identified in these SBs and Bulletin A300–57–6114, Revision 01,
determine if the repair(s) or damage(s) found determine whether any repair or damage
dated June 19, 2018, and has updated is beyond the allowable limits in the
stay within the limits indicated in the latest
SRM issue (including temporary revisions).
the applicable SRMs referenced in the current revision of the SRM, and repair
For the reason described above, this service information. Airbus Service if necessary. These documents are
[EASA] AD requires accomplishment of an Bulletin A300–57–6114, Revision 01, distinct since they apply to different
inspection of the aeroplane records. If dated June 19, 2018, does not contain airplane models in different
aeroplane records are missing or incomplete, substantive changes. Therefore, we have configurations. This service information
a Detail Inspection (DET) of specific wing revised paragraph (i)(2) of this AD to is reasonably available because the
areas is required to ensure that no repair or refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A300– interested parties have access to it
damage is beyond the limits allowed in the 57–6114, Revision 01, dated June 19,
current revision of the SRM (including through their normal course of business
2018. We have also added paragraph (j) or by the means identified in the
temporary revisions) [and repair if
necessary]. of this AD to give credit for actions in ADDRESSES section.
paragraph (g) of this AD completed
You may examine the MCAI in the before the effective date of this AD using Costs of Compliance
AD docket on the internet at http:// Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–6114, We estimate that this AD affects 128
www.regulations.gov by searching for Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. We airplanes of U.S. registry.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– redesignated subsequent paragraphs We estimate the following costs to
0554. accordingly. comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection ...................... Up to 18 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,530 .. $0 Up to $1,530 ................ Up to $195,840.
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We have received no definitive data List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 accordance with the Accomplishment
that would enable us to provide cost Instructions of the applicable service
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation information specified in paragraph (i) of this
estimates for the on-condition actions safety, Incorporation by reference,
specified in this AD. AD. A review of airplane maintenance
Safety. records is acceptable in lieu of this
Authority for This Rulemaking Adoption of the Amendment inspection if it can be positively determined
from that review whether any repair or
Title 49 of the United States Code Accordingly, under the authority damage exceeds the allowable structural
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue delegated to me by the Administrator, limits and the airplane configuration can be
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as conclusively determined from that review.
section 106, describes the authority of follows:
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: (h) Corrective Action
Aviation Programs, describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS If, during any review or inspection, as
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any
authority. repair or damage is found that is outside the
We are issuing this rulemaking under ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 allowable structural limits specified in the
continues to read as follows: applicable service information in paragraph
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
(i) of this AD: Within 3 months after
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. accomplishing the review or inspection
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that required by paragraph (g) of this AD, repair
section, Congress charges the FAA with § 39.13 [Amended]
using a method approved by the Manager,
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding International Section, Transport Standards
air commerce by prescribing regulations the following new airworthiness Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation
for practices, methods, and procedures directive (AD): Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS’s
the Administrator finds necessary for EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA).
2018–17–16 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39– If approved by the DOA, the approval must
safety in air commerce. This regulation 19370; Docket No. FAA–2017–0554;
is within the scope of that authority include the DOA-authorized signature.
Product Identifier 2016–NM–201–AD.
because it addresses an unsafe condition (i) Service Information for the Actions
(a) Effective Date
that is likely to exist or develop on Specified in Paragraph (g) of This AD
products identified in this rulemaking This AD is effective October 2, 2018. Use the applicable service information for
action. (b) Affected ADs the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this
This AD is issued in accordance with None. AD.
authority delegated by the Executive (1) Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–0256,
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, (c) Applicability Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Airbus
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model Model A300 series airplanes).
A300 B2–1A, B2–1C, B2K–3C, B2–203, B4– (2) Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–6114,
In accordance with that order, issuance
2C, B4–103, and B4–203 airplanes; Model Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018 (for Model
of ADs is normally a function of the A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–600R series
Compliance and Airworthiness A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–600R series
airplanes, and Model A300 C4–605R Variant airplanes, and Model A300 C4–605R Variant
Division, but during this transition F airplanes (collectively called Model A300– F airplanes (collectively called Model A300–
period, the Executive Director has 600 series airplanes); and Model A310–203, 600 series airplanes)).
delegated the authority to issue ADs –204, –221, –222, –304, –322, –324, and –325 (3) Airbus Service Bulletin A310–57–2102,
applicable to transport category airplanes; certificated in any category, all Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015 (for Model
airplanes and associated appliances to manufacturer serial numbers. A310 series airplanes).
the Director of the System Oversight (d) Subject (j) Credit for Previous Actions
Division. This paragraph provides credit for actions
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
Regulatory Findings America Code 57, Wings. required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those
actions were performed before the effective
This AD will not have federalism (e) Reason date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin
implications under Executive Order This AD was prompted by a static analysis A300–57–6114, Revision 00, dated August 3,
13132. This AD will not have a performed by Airbus SAS that revealed that 2015.
substantial direct effect on the States, on some areas of the wing structure cannot (k) Other FAA AD Provisions
the relationship between the national sustain the damage limits previously
government and the States, or on the published in the Airbus A300, A310, A300– The following provisions also apply to this
600, and A300–600ST Structural Repair AD:
distribution of power and
Manuals. We are issuing this AD to detect (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
responsibilities among the various (AMOCs): The Manager, International
and correct any repair or damage on the wing
levels of government. Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA,
structure that is outside the allowable
For the reasons discussed above, I structural limits. Such conditions could has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
certify that this AD: reduce the structural integrity of the wings AD, if requested using the procedures found
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory and could result in loss of control of the in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, airplane. 39.19, send your request to your principal
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under inspector or local Flight Standards District
the DOT Regulatory Policies and (f) Compliance Office, as appropriate. If sending information
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, Comply with this AD within the directly to the manager of the International
1979), compliance times specified, unless already Section, send it to the attention of the person
done. identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD.
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(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-
in Alaska, and (g) Inspection AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using
(4) Will not have a significant Within 36 months after the effective date any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
economic impact, positive or negative, of this AD: Do a detailed inspection of the principal inspector, or lacking a principal
on a substantial number of small entities left-hand and right-hand wing areas to inspector, the manager of the local flight
under the criteria of the Regulatory determine whether any repair or damage standards district office/certificate holding
Flexibility Act. exceeds the allowable structural limits, in district office.
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(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any the availability of this material at NARA, call For information on the availability of
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// this material at the FAA, call 206–231–
actions from a manufacturer, the action must www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- 3195. It is also available on the internet
be accomplished using a method approved locations.html. at http://www.regulations.gov by
by the Manager, International Section,
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on searching for and locating Docket No.
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA;
August 16, 2018. FAA–2018–0118.
or Airbus SAS’s EASA DOA. If approved by
the DOA, the approval must include the Michael Kaszycki,
Examining the AD Docket
DOA-authorized signature. Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any Aircraft Certification Service. You may examine the AD docket on
service information contains procedures or [FR Doc. 2018–18272 Filed 8–27–18; 8:45 am] the internet at http://
tests that are identified as RC, those BILLING CODE 4910–13–P www.regulations.gov by searching for
procedures and tests must be done to comply and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are 0118; or in person at Docket Operations
not identified as RC are recommended. Those between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
procedures and tests that are not identified
as RC may be deviated from using accepted
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Federal Aviation Administration The AD docket contains this final rule,
methods in accordance with the operator’s
maintenance or inspection program without the regulatory evaluation, any
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided 14 CFR Part 39 comments received, and other
the procedures and tests identified as RC can [Docket No. FAA–2018–0118; Product information. The address for Docket
be done and the airplane can be put back in Identifier 2017–NM–083–AD; Amendment Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or 39–19371; AD 2018–17–17] Docket Operations, U.S. Department of
changes to procedures or tests identified as Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
RC require approval of an AMOC. RIN 2120–AA64
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
(l) Related Information Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Inc., Airplanes Washington, DC 20590.
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
2016–0229, dated November 15, 2016, for AGENCY: Federal Aviation Steve Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer,
related information. This MCAI may be Administration (FAA), Department of Avionics and Administrative Services
found in the AD docket on the internet at Transportation (DOT). Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch,
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for ACTION: Final rule.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0554.
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
(2) For more information about this AD, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new 228–7367; fax 516–794–5531.
contact Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
International Section, Transport Standards SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des
Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC–8–400
Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206– series airplanes. This AD was prompted Discussion
231–3225. by reports of arcing and smoke
We issued a notice of proposed
(3) Service information identified in this emanating from the windshields. This
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
AD that is not incorporated by reference is AD requires a revision to the
part 39 by adding an AD that would
available at the addresses specified in maintenance or inspection program, as
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD. apply to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model
applicable, to include an inspection of
DHC–8–400 series airplanes. The NPRM
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference the windshield moisture seal for signs of
published in the Federal Register on
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
cracks, erosion, wear, and other
March 1, 2018 (83 FR 8810). The NPRM
approved the incorporation by reference deterioration; doing that inspection and
was prompted by reports of arcing and
(IBR) of the service information listed in this repair if necessary; and re-torqueing the
smoke emanating from the windshields.
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR screws that fasten the windshield heater
The NPRM proposed to require a
part 51. terminal lugs and applying sealant to
revision to the maintenance or
(2) You must use this service information the screw heads of the windshield
as applicable to do the actions required by inspection program, as applicable, to
heaters. We are issuing this AD to
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. include an inspection of the windshield
address the unsafe condition on these
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–0256, moisture seal for signs of cracks,
products.
Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. erosion, wear, and other deterioration;
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A300–57–6114, DATES: This AD is effective October 2, doing that inspection and repair if
Revision 01, dated June 19, 2018. 2018. necessary; and re-torqueing the screws
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A310–57– The Director of the Federal Register that fasten the windshield heater
2102, Revision 00, dated August 3, 2015. approved the incorporation by reference terminal lugs and applying sealant to
(3) For service information identified in of certain publications listed in this AD
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness
the screw heads of the windshield
as of October 2, 2018. heaters.
Office—EAW, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine
No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; ADDRESSES: For service information We are issuing this AD to detect and
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 identified in this final rule, contact correct loose windshield heater terminal
93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ Bombardier, Inc., Q Series Technical lugs. Loose terminal lugs could create
airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com. Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard, sparks that lead to burning of the lugs
(4) You may view this service information Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; and, due to the excessive heat, cracking
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, telephone: 416–375–4000; fax: 416– of the windshields. If not corrected,
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2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For 375–4539; email: thd.qseries@ such a condition could cause a loss of
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
aero.bombardier.com; internet: http:// cabin pressure resulting in an
(5) You may view this service information www.bombardier.com. You may view emergency descent.
that is incorporated by reference at the this referenced service information at Transport Canada Civil Aviation
National Archives and Records the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, (TCCA), which is the aviation authority
Administration (NARA). For information on 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. for Canada, has issued Canadian AD
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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 October 2, 2018. | |
| Contact | Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3225. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 43744 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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