83 FR 45041 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 172 (September 5, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 172 (September 5, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-18999 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 172 (Wednesday, September 5, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 45041-45044] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-18999] [[Page 45041]] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0416; Product Identifier 2017-NM-164-AD; Amendment 39-19388; AD 2018-18-09] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) 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 Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes; and certain Model C-295 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that cracks were found on the stabilizer-to- fuselage rear attachment fitting. This AD requires a detailed inspection of the upper and lower lugs of each horizontal stabilizer- to-fuselage rear attachment fitting, repair if necessary, and a report of findings. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective October 10, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 10, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus Defense and Space Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 31 27; email: [email protected]. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0416. 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- 0416; 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 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3220. 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 Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes; and certain Model C-295 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 25, 2018 (83 FR 24236). The NPRM was prompted by a report that cracks were found on the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting. The NPRM proposed to require a detailed inspection of the upper and lower lugs of each horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting, repair if necessary, and a report of findings. We are issuing this AD to address such cracking, which could lead to reduced structural integrity of the lugs on the stabilizer-to- fuselage rear attachment fittings and consequent lug or fitting failure, and could result in reduced controllability 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 2017-0218, dated November 8, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes; and certain Model C-295 airplanes. The MCAI states: Cracks were reportedly found on the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting of a CN-235 aeroplane. Subsequent investigation determined that the affected horizontal attachment fitting was a reworked part. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to reduced structural integrity of lugs of the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fittings and consequent lug or fitting failure, possibly resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potentially unsafe condition, Airbus Defence and Space (D&S) issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-C295-55- 0005 and AOT-CN235-55-0004 to provide inspection instructions. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time detailed inspection (DET) of the upper and lower lugs of the horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fittings on the left hand (LH) and right hand (RH) sides and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s) [repairs]. This [EASA] AD also requires reporting of all findings, including none. 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- 0416. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed, except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Airbus Defence and Space S.A. has issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-55-0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; and AOT AOT-C295-55-0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016. This service information describes a detailed inspection of the upper and lower lugs of each horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting (left- and right-hand sides), repair if necessary, and sending inspection results to the manufacturer. 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 14 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: [[Page 45042]] Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection............................ 8 work-hours x $85 per $0 $680 $9,520 hour = $680. Reporting............................. 1 work-hour x $85 per 0 85 1,190 hour = $85. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repair 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 repair: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Repair........................................ 15 work-hours x $85 per hour = $0 $1,275 $1,275. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Paperwork Reduction Act A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control number for the collection of information required by this AD is 2120- 0056. The paperwork cost associated with this AD has been detailed in the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for reviewing instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with this AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591, ATTN: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200. 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): 2018-18-09 Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39-19388; Docket No. FAA-2018-0416; Product Identifier 2017-NM-164-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective October 10, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model airplanes, certificated in any category, specified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (1) Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers (MSN). (2) Model C-295 airplanes, MSN 001 through 148 inclusive. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 55, Horizontal stabilizer. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report that cracks were found on the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting. We are issuing this AD to address such cracking, which could lead to reduced structural integrity of the lugs on the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fittings and consequent lug or fitting failure, and could [[Page 45043]] result in reduced controllability of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection Within the compliance times specified in figure 1 or figure 2 to paragraph (g) of this AD, as applicable, accomplish a detailed inspection for cracks or rework of the upper and lower lugs of each horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting (left- and right-hand sides), in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defence and Space Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-55- 0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; or Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-C295-55-0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; as applicable. [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR05SE18.000 [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR05SE18.001 (h) Corrective Action If, during the detailed inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, any discrepancy (i.e., cracking or rework) is detected, as specified in Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-55-0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; or Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-C295-55-0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; as applicable: Before further flight, contact the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA), for approved repair instructions. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. Accomplish the repair accordingly within the compliance time specified in those instructions, including any repetitive post- repair inspections, if applicable. (i) Reporting Requirement Submit a one-time report of the findings (both positive and negative) of the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD to Airbus Defense and Space S.A., in accordance with Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-55-0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; or Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-C295-55-0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; as applicable; at the applicable time specified in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD. (1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 60 days after the inspection. (2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 60 days after the effective date of this AD. (j) Parts Installation Limitations As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, on any airplane, a horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting, unless the part is new or it has been inspected in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-55-0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; or Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-C295-55-0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016; as applicable; and no discrepancy was found. Before installation of the horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting, contact the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA DOA, for approved instructions and do [[Page 45044]] those instructions accordingly. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (k) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-55-0004, dated December 22, 2015; or Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-C295-55-0005, December 22, 2015; as applicable. (l) 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 (m)(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 EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden Statement: A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0218, dated November 8, 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-2018-0416. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3220. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(4) of this AD. (n) 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 Defence and Space Alert Operators Transmission AOT- CN235-55-0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016. (ii) Airbus Defence and Space Alert Operators Transmission AOT- C295-55-0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus Defense and Space Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 31 27; email [email protected]. (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 23, 2018. James Cashdollar, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-18999 Filed 9-4-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION through Friday, except Federal holidays. To address this potentially unsafe
The AD docket contains this final rule, condition, Airbus Defence and Space (D&S)
Federal Aviation Administration the regulatory evaluation, any issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT)
comments received, and other AOT–C295–55–0005 and AOT–CN235–55–
14 CFR Part 39 0004 to provide inspection instructions.
information. The address for Docket For the reasons described above, this
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0416; Product Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is [EASA] AD requires a one-time detailed
Identifier 2017–NM–164–AD; Amendment U.S. Department of Transportation, inspection (DET) of the upper and lower lugs
39–19388; AD 2018–18–09] Docket Operations, M–30, West of the horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage rear
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, attachment fittings on the left hand (LH) and
RIN 2120–AA64 right hand (RH) sides and, depending on
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590. findings, accomplishment of applicable
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus corrective action(s) [repairs]. This [EASA] AD
Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
also requires reporting of all findings,
Known as Construcciones Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace including none.
Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes Engineer, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 You may examine the MCAI in the
AGENCY: Federal Aviation South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; AD docket on the internet at http://
Administration (FAA), Department of telephone and fax 206–231–3220. www.regulations.gov by searching for
Transportation (DOT). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
ACTION: Final rule. 0416.
Discussion
Comments
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new We issued a notice of proposed
airworthiness directive (AD) for all rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR We gave the public the opportunity to
Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model part 39 by adding an AD that would participate in developing this final rule.
CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200, apply to all Airbus Defense and Space We received no comments on the NPRM
and CN–235–300 airplanes; and certain S.A. Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN– or on the determination of the cost to
Model C–295 airplanes. This AD was 235–200, and CN–235–300 airplanes; the public.
prompted by a report that cracks were and certain Model C–295 airplanes. The Conclusion
found on the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear NPRM published in the Federal
attachment fitting. This AD requires a We reviewed the relevant data and
Register on May 25, 2018 (83 FR 24236).
detailed inspection of the upper and determined that air safety and the
The NPRM was prompted by a report
lower lugs of each horizontal stabilizer- public interest require adopting this
that cracks were found on the stabilizer-
to-fuselage rear attachment fitting, final rule as proposed, except for minor
to-fuselage rear attachment fitting. The
repair if necessary, and a report of editorial changes. We have determined
NPRM proposed to require a detailed
findings. We are issuing this AD to that these minor changes:
inspection of the upper and lower lugs • Are consistent with the intent that
address the unsafe condition on these of each horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage
products. was proposed in the NPRM for
rear attachment fitting, repair if addressing the unsafe condition; and
DATES: This AD is effective October 10, necessary, and a report of findings. • Do not add any additional burden
2018. We are issuing this AD to address upon the public than was already
The Director of the Federal Register such cracking, which could lead to proposed in the NPRM.
approved the incorporation by reference reduced structural integrity of the lugs
of certain publications listed in this AD on the stabilizer-to-fuselage rear Related Service Information Under 1
as of October 10, 2018. attachment fittings and consequent lug CFR Part 51
ADDRESSES: For service information or fitting failure, and could result in Airbus Defence and Space S.A. has
identified in this final rule, contact reduced controllability of the airplane. issued Alert Operators Transmission
Airbus Defense and Space Services/ The European Aviation Safety Agency (AOT) AOT–CN235–55–0004, Revision
Engineering Support, Avenida de (EASA), which is the Technical Agent 1, dated October 24, 2016; and AOT
Aragón 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; for the Member States of the European AOT–C295–55–0005, Revision 1, dated
telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 Union, has issued EASA AD 2017–0218, October 24, 2016. This service
585 31 27; email: dated November 8, 2017 (referred to information describes a detailed
MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com. after this as the Mandatory Continuing inspection of the upper and lower lugs
You may view this service information Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the of each horizontal stabilizer-to-fuselage
at the FAA, Transport Standards MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition rear attachment fitting (left- and right-
Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. hand sides), repair if necessary, and
Moines, WA. For information on the Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235– sending inspection results to the
availability of this material at the FAA, 200, and CN–235–300 airplanes; and manufacturer. These documents are
call 206–231–3195. It is also available certain Model C–295 airplanes. The distinct since they apply to different
on the internet at http:// MCAI states: airplane models. This service
www.regulations.gov by searching for Cracks were reportedly found on the information is reasonably available
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– stabilizer-to-fuselage rear attachment fitting because the interested parties have
0416. of a CN–235 aeroplane. Subsequent access to it through their normal course
investigation determined that the affected of business or by the means identified
Examining the AD Docket horizontal attachment fitting was a reworked
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part.
in the ADDRESSES section.
You may examine the AD docket on
This condition, if not detected and Costs of Compliance
the internet at http:// corrected, could lead to reduced structural
www.regulations.gov by searching for integrity of lugs of the stabilizer-to-fuselage We estimate that this AD affects 14
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– rear attachment fittings and consequent lug airplanes of U.S. registry.
0416; or in person at Docket Operations or fitting failure, possibly resulting in We estimate the following costs to
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday reduced control of the aeroplane. comply with this AD:
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ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection ........................................................ 8 work-hours × $85 per hour = $680 ............. $0 $680 $9,520
Reporting ......................................................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................. 0 85 1,190
We estimate the following costs to do required based on the results of the determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary repair that would be inspection. We have no way of might need this repair:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Repair ........................................................................... 15 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,275 ...................... $0 $1,275
Paperwork Reduction Act products identified in this rulemaking Adoption of the Amendment
A federal agency may not conduct or action. Accordingly, under the authority
sponsor, and a person is not required to This AD is issued in accordance with delegated to me by the Administrator,
respond to, nor shall a person be subject authority delegated by the Executive the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
to penalty for failure to comply with a Director, Aircraft Certification Service, follows:
collection of information subject to the as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
requirements of the Paperwork In accordance with that order, issuance PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
Reduction Act unless that collection of of ADs is normally a function of the DIRECTIVES
information displays a current valid Compliance and Airworthiness
OMB control number. The control Division, but during this transition ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
number for the collection of information period, the Executive Director has continues to read as follows:
required by this AD is 2120–0056. The delegated the authority to issue ADs Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
paperwork cost associated with this AD applicable to transport category § 39.13 [Amended]
has been detailed in the Costs of airplanes and associated appliances to
Compliance section of this document the Director of the System Oversight ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
and includes time for reviewing Division. the following new airworthiness
instructions, as well as completing and directive (AD):
Regulatory Findings
reviewing the collection of information. 2018–18–09 Airbus Defense and Space S.A.
Therefore, all reporting associated with This AD will not have federalism (Formerly Known as Construcciones
this AD is mandatory. Comments implications under Executive Order Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39–
concerning the accuracy of this burden 19388; Docket No. FAA–2018–0416;
13132. This AD will not have a Product Identifier 2017–NM–164–AD.
and suggestions for reducing the burden substantial direct effect on the States, on
should be directed to the FAA at 800 the relationship between the national (a) Effective Date
Independence Ave. SW, Washington, government and the States, or on the This AD is effective October 10, 2018.
DC 20591, ATTN: Information distribution of power and (b) Affected ADs
Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200. responsibilities among the various
None.
Authority for This Rulemaking levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I (c) Applicability
Title 49 of the United States Code
certify that this AD: This AD applies to Airbus Defense and
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Space S.A. Model airplanes, certificated in
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory any category, specified in paragraphs (c)(1)
section 106, describes the authority of action’’ under Executive Order 12866, and (c)(2) of this AD.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (1) Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–
Aviation Programs, describes in more the DOT Regulatory Policies and 200, and CN–235–300 airplanes, all
detail the scope of the Agency’s Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, manufacturer serial numbers (MSN).
authority. (2) Model C–295 airplanes, MSN 001
1979), through 148 inclusive.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
(d) Subject
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: in Alaska, and
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (4) Will not have a significant America Code 55, Horizontal stabilizer.
section, Congress charges the FAA with economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities (e) Reason
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations under the criteria of the Regulatory This AD was prompted by a report that
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
for practices, methods, and procedures Flexibility Act. cracks were found on the stabilizer-to-
fuselage rear attachment fitting. We are
the Administrator finds necessary for List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 issuing this AD to address such cracking,
safety in air commerce. This regulation which could lead to reduced structural
is within the scope of that authority Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation integrity of the lugs on the stabilizer-to-
because it addresses an unsafe condition safety, Incorporation by reference, fuselage rear attachment fittings and
that is likely to exist or develop on Safety. consequent lug or fitting failure, and could
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those instructions accordingly. If approved http://www.regulations.gov by searching for SUMMARY: We are superseding
by the DOA, the approval must include the and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0416. Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–02–
DOA-authorized signature. (2) For more information about this AD, 04 for all Rolls-Royce plc (RR) RB211–
contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace
(k) Credit for Previous Actions Engineer, International Section, Transport
Trent 970–84, RB211–Trent 970B–84,
This paragraph provides credit for actions Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th RB211–Trent 972–84, RB211–Trent
required by paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and 972B–84, RB211–Trent 977–84, RB211–
AD, if those actions were performed before fax 206–231–3220. Trent 977B–84, and RB211–Trent 980–
the effective date of this AD using Airbus (3) Service information identified in this 84 turbofan engines. AD 2013–02–04
Defence and Space AOT AOT–CN235–55– AD that is not incorporated by reference is required on-wing inspections of low-
0004, dated December 22, 2015; or Airbus available at the addresses specified in pressure turbine (LPT) disk seal fins and
Defence and Space AOT AOT–C295–55– paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(4) of this AD.
interstage seals when post-flight review
0005, December 22, 2015; as applicable. (n) Material Incorporated by Reference indicates Engine Health Monitoring
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions (1) The Director of the Federal Register (EHM) vibratory maintenance-alert
The following provisions also apply to this approved the incorporation by reference limits were exceeded in flight. This AD
AD: (IBR) of the service information listed in this requires additional criteria for the
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR inspection of the stage 2, 3, and 4 LPT
(AMOCs): The Manager, International part 51. disk seal fins and interstage seals and
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, (2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
removes the requirement to inspect the
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this stage 5 LPT disk seal fins and interstage
AD, if requested using the procedures found this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Airbus Defence and Space Alert seal. This AD was prompted by a Trent
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
Operators Transmission AOT–CN235–55– 900 engine experiencing increased low-
39.19, send your request to your principal
inspector or local Flight Standards District
0004, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016. pressure rotor vibration while in flight
(ii) Airbus Defence and Space Alert resulting in an in-flight shutdown
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
Operators Transmission AOT–C295–55– (IFSD) and air turnback. We are issuing
directly to the International Section, send it
0005, Revision 1, dated October 24, 2016. this AD to address the unsafe condition
to the attention of the person identified in
(3) For service information identified in
paragraph (m)(2) of this AD. Information may
this AD, contact Airbus Defense and Space
on these products.
be emailed to: 9–ANM–116-AMOC- Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de DATES: This AD is effective September
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any Aragón 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone 20, 2018.
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 31 27; email The Director of the Federal Register
principal inspector, or lacking a principal MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.
inspector, the manager of the local flight approved the incorporation by reference
(4) You may view this service information of a certain publication listed in this AD
standards district office/certificate holding at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
district office. as of September 20, 2018.
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any information on the availability of this
We must receive any comments on
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. this AD by October 22, 2018.
actions from a manufacturer, the action must (5) You may view this service information ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
be accomplished using a method approved that is incorporated by reference at the using the procedures found in 14 CFR
by the Manager, International Section, National Archives and Records
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
Administration (NARA). For information on methods:
EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s the availability of this material at NARA, call
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
202–741–6030, or go to: http://
approval must include the DOA-authorized www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
signature. locations.html. instructions for submitting comments.
(3) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden • Fax: 202–493–2251.
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on
Statement: A federal agency may not conduct • Mail: U.S. Department of
or sponsor, and a person is not required to August 23, 2018.
Transportation, Docket Operations,
respond to, nor shall a person be subject to James Cashdollar,
M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
a penalty for failure to comply with a Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
collection of information subject to the Aircraft Certification Service.
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
Act unless that collection of information
[FR Doc. 2018–18999 Filed 9–4–18; 8:45 am] • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
displays a current valid OMB Control
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Transportation, Docket Operations,
Number. The OMB Control Number for this M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
information collection is 2120–0056. Public Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
reporting for this collection of information is DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590,
estimated to be approximately 1 hour per between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
response, including the time for reviewing Federal Aviation Administration
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
instructions, completing and reviewing the
14 CFR Part 39 For service information identified in
collection of information. All responses to
this collection of information are mandatory. this final rule, contact Rolls-Royce plc,
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1122; Product Corporate Communications, P.O. Box
Comments concerning the accuracy of this
Identifier 2012–NE–42–AD; Amendment 39– 31, Derby, England, DE248BJ; phone:
burden and suggestions for reducing the
19385; AD 2018–18–06] 011–44–1332–242424; fax: 011–44–
burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800
Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC RIN 2120–AA64 1332–245418, or email: http://
20591, Attn: Information Collection www.rolls-royce.com/contact/civil_
Clearance Officer, AES–200. Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce team.jsp. You may view this service
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
(m) Related Information plc Turbofan Engines information at the FAA, Engine and
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing AGENCY: Federal Aviation Propeller Standards Branch, 1200
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD Administration (FAA), DOT. District Avenue, Burlington, MA, 01803.
2017–0218, dated November 8, 2017, for For information on the availability of
ACTION: Final rule; request for
related information. This MCAI may be this material at the FAA, call 781–238–
comments.
found in the AD docket on the internet at 7759. It is also available on the internet
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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 10, 2018. | |
| Contact | Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3220. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 45041 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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