83 FR 46369 - 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 178 (September 13, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 178 (Thursday, September 13, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 46369-46372] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-19183] [[Page 46369]] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0493; Product Identifier 2017-NM-141-AD; Amendment 39-19389; AD 2018-18-10] 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, CN- 235-300, and C-295 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports that cracks were found on the door mechanism actuator shaft assemblies of the nose landing gear (NLG). This AD requires repetitive inspections of the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assemblies having certain part numbers, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD would also provide an optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections for Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective October 18, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 18, 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 MTA.TechnicalService@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-2018-0493. 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- 0493; 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, CN-235-300, and C-295 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 4, 2018 (83 FR 25587). The NPRM was prompted by reports that cracks were found on the door mechanism actuator shaft assemblies of the NLG. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections of the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assemblies having certain part numbers, and corrective actions if necessary. The NPRM also proposed to provide an optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections for Model CN-235, CN- 235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes. We are issuing this AD to address such cracking, which could lead to an in-flight NLG door opening and possibly result in detachment of the affected door, and consequent damage to, or reduced 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 2017-0181, dated September 18, 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, CN-235-300, and C-295 airplanes. The MCAI states: Cracks were reportedly found on nose landing gear (NLG) door actuator shaft assemblies on CN-235 aeroplanes. The subsequent design review determined that combined or multiple rupture of the affected shaft assembly could occur, without this being signalised to the flight crew. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to an in-flight NLG door opening, possibly resulting in detachment of the affected door, with consequent damage to, or reduced control of, the aeroplane and injury to persons on the ground. To address this unsafe condition, Airbus Defence & Space (D&S) issued Alert Operators Transmissions AOT-CN235-32-0001 Revision (Rev.) 2 and AOT-C295-32-0001 Rev. 2 to provide inspection instructions. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires repetitive detailed (DET) or special detailed [rototest] inspections of the NLG door actuator shaft assembly, as applicable, and, depending on findings, corrective actions [including replacement of any cracked component, or cracked NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly with a serviceable part]. This [EASA] AD also introduces a modification for CN-235 aeroplanes as (optional) terminating action for the repetitive inspections as required by this [EASA] AD. 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- 0493. 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 has issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; and AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016. This service information describes procedures for inspections for cracking of the door mechanism actuator shaft assemblies of the NLG, and corrective actions. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. Airbus Defence and Space has also issued Service Bulletin SB-235- 32-0031C, dated September 22, 2016. This [[Page 46370]] service information describes procedures for modification of the NLG door latching mechanism. 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: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections................ 21 work-hours x $85 $0 $1,785 per inspection $24,990 per per hour = $1,785 cycle. inspection cycle. per inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Optional Terminating Action ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Modification for Model CN-235 airplanes....... 10 work-hours x $85 per hour = $33,626 $34,476 $850. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the inspections. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these replacements: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replacement................................... 14 work-hours x $85 per hour = $18,720 $19,910 $1,190. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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): 2018-18-10 Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39-19389; Docket No. FAA-2018-0493; Product Identifier 2017-NM-141-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective October 18, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Airbus Defense and Space S.A. airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes. (2) Model C-295 airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 52, Doors. [[Page 46371]] (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports that cracks were found on the door mechanism actuator shaft assemblies of the nose landing gear (NLG). We are issuing this AD to address such cracking, which could lead to an in-flight NLG door opening and possibly result in detachment of the affected door, and consequent damage to, or reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Definition of Affected NLG Door Mechanism Actuator Shaft Assembly For the purpose of this AD, an affected NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly has part number (P/N) 35-42311-00 or P/N 95- 42315-00, depending on airplane model. (h) Detailed and Rototest Inspections (1) For any affected NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly: Before exceeding 600 flight hours accumulated by any NLG door mechanism lever or cam since new, or within 60 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, on the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly with the NLG actuator shaft installed, do a detailed inspection for cracking of all installed NLG door mechanism levers and cams, in accordance with the instructions in Airbus Defence and Space Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; or AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; as applicable. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed those specified in figure 1 to paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, depending on the findings or corrective actions completed, as specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD, after the previous inspection. Figure 1 to Paragraph (h)(1) of This AD--Repetitive Inspection Intervals ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Findings/Corrective action completed (after the Interval (flight previous inspection) hours) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ NLG door vibration observed (during previous flights). 150 No findings........................................... 300 Damaged components replaced........................... 300 NLG door actuator shaft assembly replaced by new 600 assembly............................................. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ (2) For any affected NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly: Before exceeding 1,800 flight hours accumulated by the NLG door shaft of the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly since new, or within 60 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, do a rototest or detailed inspection of the NLG door actuator shaft, in accordance with the instructions in Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; or AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; as applicable. Repeat the rototest or detailed inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed those specified in figure 2 to paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, depending on the inspection method used during the most recent inspection. Figure 2 to Paragraph (h)(2) of This AD--Repetitive Inspection Intervals ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Interval (flight Inspection method hours) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Rototest.............................................. 900 Detailed.............................................. 600 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ (i) Corrective Actions (1) During any detailed inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if any crack with a length of 18 millimeters (mm) (0.709 inches) or more is found, or if there is more than one crack with a length of less than 18 mm (0.709 inch) found, before further flight, replace the cracked component, or replace the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly with a serviceable part, in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; or AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; as applicable. (2) During any detailed inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if a single crack with a length of less than 18 mm (0.709 inch) is found, within 5 flight cycles after the detailed inspection when the crack was found, replace any cracked component, or replace the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly with a serviceable part, in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; or AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; as applicable. (3) During any detailed or rototest inspection required by paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, if any crack is found, before further flight, replace the NLG door mechanism actuator shaft with a serviceable part, in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; or AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; as applicable. (j) Replacement Not Terminating Action Accomplishment of any corrective action on an airplane, as required by paragraph (i)(1), (i)(2), or (i)(3) of this AD, as applicable, is not terminating action for the repetitive detailed or rototest inspections required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD, for that airplane. (k) Optional Terminating Action For Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes: Modification of the NLG door latching mechanism, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Defence and Space Service Bulletin SB-235-32-0031C, dated September 22, 2016, is terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD, for that airplane. (l) Parts Installation Limitation As of the effective date of this AD, installation of an NLG door mechanism actuator shaft assembly having P/N 35-42311-00 or P/N 95- 42315-00, or any of its components, is allowed, provided that the part is new; or provided that the assembly or the components, as applicable, has passed an inspection; in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Space and Defence AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; or AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; as applicable. (m) Reporting Not Required Although Airbus Space and Defence AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; and AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016; both specify to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. (n) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the initial inspection required by paragraph (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD, and the corrective actions required by paragraphs (i)(1), (i)(2), and (i)(3) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (n)(1) through (n)(4) of this AD. (1) Airbus Space and Defence AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, dated September 29, 2015. (2) Airbus Space and Defence AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 1, dated February 19, 2016. (3) Airbus Space and Defence AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, dated September 29, 2015. (4) Airbus Space and Defence AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 1, dated February 19, 2016. (o) 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, [[Page 46372]] 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 (p)(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. (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 Defense and Space S.A.'s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (p) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0181, dated September 18, 2017, for related information, 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-2018-0493. (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 (q)(3) and (q)(4) of this AD. (q) 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 AOT AOT-CN235-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016. (ii) Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT-C295-32-0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, 2016. (iii) Airbus Defence and Space Service Bulletin SB-235-32-0031C, dated September 22, 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 MTA.TechnicalService@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 23, 2018. James Cashdollar, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-19183 Filed 9-12-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION www.regulations.gov by searching for shaft assembly could occur, without this
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– being signalised to the flight crew.
Federal Aviation Administration 0493; or in person at Docket Operations This condition, if not detected and
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday corrected, could lead to an in-flight NLG door
14 CFR Part 39 opening, possibly resulting in detachment of
through Friday, except Federal holidays. the affected door, with consequent damage
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0493; Product The AD docket contains this final rule, to, or reduced control of, the aeroplane and
Identifier 2017–NM–141–AD; Amendment the regulatory evaluation, any injury to persons on the ground.
39–19389; AD 2018–18–10] comments received, and other To address this unsafe condition, Airbus
information. The address for Docket Defence & Space (D&S) issued Alert
RIN 2120–AA64 Operators Transmissions AOT–CN235–32–
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
U.S. Department of Transportation, 0001 Revision (Rev.) 2 and AOT–C295–32–
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus 0001 Rev. 2 to provide inspection
Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly Docket Operations, M–30, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, instructions.
Known as Construcciones For the reasons described above, this
Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, [EASA] AD requires repetitive detailed (DET)
Washington, DC 20590. or special detailed [rototest] inspections of
AGENCY: Federal Aviation FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: the NLG door actuator shaft assembly, as
Administration (FAA), Department of Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace applicable, and, depending on findings,
Transportation (DOT). Engineer, International Section, corrective actions [including replacement of
ACTION: Final rule. Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 any cracked component, or cracked NLG
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; door mechanism actuator shaft assembly
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new with a serviceable part]. This [EASA] AD also
telephone and fax 206–231–3220. introduces a modification for CN–235
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: aeroplanes as (optional) terminating action
Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model
for the repetitive inspections as required by
CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200, Discussion this [EASA] AD.
CN–235–300, and C–295 airplanes. This
We issued a notice of proposed You may examine the MCAI in the
AD was prompted by reports that cracks
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR AD docket on the internet at http://
were found on the door mechanism
part 39 by adding an AD that would www.regulations.gov by searching for
actuator shaft assemblies of the nose
apply to all Airbus Defense and Space and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
landing gear (NLG). This AD requires
S.A. Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN– 0493.
repetitive inspections of the NLG door
235–200, CN–235–300, and C–295
mechanism actuator shaft assemblies Comments
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
having certain part numbers, and
Federal Register on June 4, 2018 (83 FR We gave the public the opportunity to
corrective actions if necessary. This AD
25587). The NPRM was prompted by participate in developing this final rule.
would also provide an optional
reports that cracks were found on the We received no comments on the NPRM
terminating action for the repetitive
door mechanism actuator shaft or on the determination of the cost to
inspections for Model CN–235, CN–
assemblies of the NLG. The NPRM the public.
235–100, CN–235–200, and CN–235–
proposed to require repetitive
300 airplanes. We are issuing this AD to Conclusion
inspections of the NLG door mechanism
address the unsafe condition on these
actuator shaft assemblies having certain We reviewed the relevant data and
products.
part numbers, and corrective actions if determined that air safety and the
DATES: This AD is effective October 18, necessary. The NPRM also proposed to public interest require adopting this
2018. provide an optional terminating action final rule as proposed, except for minor
The Director of the Federal Register for the repetitive inspections for Model editorial changes. We have determined
approved the incorporation by reference CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200, that these minor changes:
of certain publications listed in this AD and CN–235–300 airplanes. We are • Are consistent with the intent that
as of October 18, 2018. issuing this AD to address such was proposed in the NPRM for
ADDRESSES: For service information cracking, which could lead to an in- addressing the unsafe condition; and
identified in this final rule, contact flight NLG door opening and possibly • Do not add any additional burden
Airbus Defense and Space Services/ result in detachment of the affected upon the public than was already
Engineering Support, Avenida de door, and consequent damage to, or proposed in the NPRM.
Aragón 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; reduced control of the airplane.
The European Aviation Safety Agency Related Service Information Under 1
telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent CFR Part 51
585 31 27; email
MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com. for the Member States of the European Airbus Defence and Space has issued
You may view this service information Union, has issued EASA AD 2017–0181, Alert Operators Transmission (AOT)
at the FAA, Transport Standards dated September 18, 2017 (referred to AOT–CN235–32–0001, Revision 2,
Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des after this as the Mandatory Continuing dated October 26, 2016; and AOT AOT–
Moines, WA. For information on the Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the C295–32–0001, Revision 2, dated
availability of this material at the FAA, MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition October 26, 2016. This service
call 206–231–3195. It is also available for all Airbus Defense and Space S.A. information describes procedures for
on the internet at http:// Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235– inspections for cracking of the door
mechanism actuator shaft assemblies of
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
www.regulations.gov by searching for 200, CN–235–300, and C–295 airplanes.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– The MCAI states: the NLG, and corrective actions. These
0493. Cracks were reportedly found on nose documents are distinct since they apply
landing gear (NLG) door actuator shaft to different airplane models.
Examining the AD Docket Airbus Defence and Space has also
assemblies on CN–235 aeroplanes. The
You may examine the AD docket on subsequent design review determined that issued Service Bulletin SB–235–32–
the internet at http:// combined or multiple rupture of the affected 0031C, dated September 22, 2016. This
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service information describes have access to it through their normal Costs of Compliance
procedures for modification of the NLG course of business or by the means We estimate that this AD affects 14
door latching mechanism. identified in the ADDRESSES section. airplanes of U.S. registry.
This service information is reasonably We estimate the following costs to
available because the interested parties comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspections ........ 21 work-hours × $85 per hour = $0 $1,785 per inspection cycle .......... $24,990 per inspection cycle.
$1,785 per inspection cycle.
OPTIONAL TERMINATING ACTION
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Modification for Model CN–235 airplanes .................... 10 work-hours × $85 per hour = $850 ......................... $33,626 $34,476
We estimate the following costs to do be required based on the results of the determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary replacements that would inspections. We have no way of might need these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Replacement ................................................................. 14 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,190 ...................... $18,720 $19,910
Authority for This Rulemaking the Director of the System Oversight the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
Division. follows:
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Regulatory Findings PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, This AD will not have federalism DIRECTIVES
section 106, describes the authority of implications under Executive Order
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: 13132. This AD will not have a
Aviation Programs, describes in more substantial direct effect on the States, on ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
detail the scope of the Agency’s the relationship between the national continues to read as follows:
authority. government and the States, or on the Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
We are issuing this rulemaking under distribution of power and
the authority described in Subtitle VII, responsibilities among the various § 39.13 [Amended]
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: levels of government. ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that For the reasons discussed above, I the following new airworthiness
section, Congress charges the FAA with certify that this AD: directive (AD):
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
air commerce by prescribing regulations 2018–18–10 Airbus Defense and Space S.A.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (Formerly Known as Construcciones
for practices, methods, and procedures (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39–
the Administrator finds necessary for the DOT Regulatory Policies and 19389; Docket No. FAA–2018–0493;
safety in air commerce. This regulation Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, Product Identifier 2017–NM–141–AD.
is within the scope of that authority 1979),
because it addresses an unsafe condition (a) Effective Date
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
that is likely to exist or develop on in Alaska, and This AD is effective October 18, 2018.
products identified in this rulemaking (4) Will not have a significant (b) Affected ADs
action. economic impact, positive or negative, None.
This AD is issued in accordance with on a substantial number of small entities
authority delegated by the Executive under the criteria of the Regulatory (c) Applicability
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, Flexibility Act. This AD applies to the Airbus Defense and
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. Space S.A. airplanes identified in paragraphs
In accordance with that order, issuance List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any
of ADs is normally a function of the category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
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Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
Compliance and Airworthiness safety, Incorporation by reference, (1) Model CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–
Division, but during this transition 200, and CN–235–300 airplanes.
Safety. (2) Model C–295 airplanes.
period, the Executive Director has
delegated the authority to issue ADs Adoption of the Amendment (d) Subject
applicable to transport category Accordingly, under the authority Air Transport Association (ATA) of
airplanes and associated appliances to delegated to me by the Administrator, America Code 52, Doors.
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has the authority to approve AMOCs for this (5) You may view this service information FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200
AD, if requested using the procedures found that is incorporated by reference at the South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR National Archives and Records information on the availability of this
39.19, send your request to your principal Administration (NARA). For information on
inspector or local Flight Standards District
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
the availability of this material at NARA, call
Office, as appropriate. If sending information 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// It is also available on the internet at
directly to the International Section, send it www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- http://www.regulations.gov by searching
to the attention of the person identified in locations.html. for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
paragraph (p)(2) of this AD. Information may 0506.
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any August 23, 2018. Examining the AD Docket
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate James Cashdollar,
You may examine the AD docket on
principal inspector, or lacking a principal Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
inspector, the manager of the local flight
the internet at http://
Aircraft Certification Service.
standards district office/certificate holding www.regulations.gov by searching for
[FR Doc. 2018–19183 Filed 9–12–18; 8:45 am] and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 0506; or in person at Docket Operations
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
actions from a manufacturer, the action must through Friday, except Federal holidays.
be accomplished using a method approved DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The AD docket contains this final rule,
by the Manager, International Section, the regulatory evaluation, any
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the Federal Aviation Administration
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or
comments received, and other
Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s EASA 14 CFR Part 39 information. The address for Docket
Design Organization Approval (DOA). If Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
approved by the DOA, the approval must [Docket No. FAA–2018–0506; Product Docket Operations, U.S. Department of
include the DOA-authorized signature. Identifier 2018–NM–045–AD; Amendment Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
39–19378; AD 2018–17–24] 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
(p) Related Information
RIN 2120–AA64 W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
Washington, DC 20590.
2017–0181, dated September 18, 2017, for Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
related information, for related information. Airplanes Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace Engineer,
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket International Section, Transport
on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov AGENCY: Federal Aviation Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
by searching for and locating Docket No. Administration (FAA), Department of 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
FAA–2018–0493. Transportation (DOT). telephone and fax 206–231–3218.
(2) For more information about this AD, ACTION: Final rule.
contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Engineer, International Section, Transport SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th
Discussion
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and
Airbus SAS Model A350–941 airplanes. We issued a notice of proposed
fax 206–231–3220. rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
(3) Service information identified in this This AD was prompted by the discovery
of inadequate corrosion protection in part 39 by adding an AD that would
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
certain areas of the horizontal stabilizer apply to certain Airbus SAS Model
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (q)(3) and (q)(4) of this AD. and the rear fuselage cone structure. A350–941 airplanes. The NPRM
This AD requires application of sealant published in the Federal Register on
(q) Material Incorporated by Reference June 11, 2018 (83 FR 26882). The NPRM
and protective treatment on the affected
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
areas of the horizontal stabilizer and the was prompted by the discovery of
approved the incorporation by reference inadequate corrosion protection in
(IBR) of the service information listed in this rear fuselage cone structure and, for
certain airplanes, modification of the certain areas of the horizontal stabilizer
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR and the rear fuselage cone structure. The
part 51. trimmable horizontal stabilizer (THS)
(2) You must use this service information torsion box and re-identification of the NPRM proposed to require application
as applicable to do the actions required by elevator. We are issuing this AD to of sealant and protective treatment on
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. address the unsafe condition on these the affected areas of the horizontal
(i) Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT– products. stabilizer and the rear fuselage cone
CN235–32–0001, Revision 2, dated October structure and, for certain airplanes,
26, 2016. DATES: This AD is effective October 18, modification of the THS torsion box and
(ii) Airbus Defence and Space AOT AOT– 2018. re-identification of the elevator.
C295–32–0001, Revision 2, dated October 26, The Director of the Federal Register We are issuing this AD to address
2016. approved the incorporation by reference
(iii) Airbus Defence and Space Service
reduced structural integrity of the
of certain publications listed in this AD horizontal stabilizer and the rear
Bulletin SB–235–32–0031C, dated September
22, 2016. as of October 18, 2018. fuselage cone structure.
(3) For service information identified in ADDRESSES: For service information The European Aviation Safety Agency
this AD, contact Airbus Defense and Space identified in this final rule, contact (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office— for the Member States of the European
Aragón 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: Union, has issued EASA AD 2018–0036,
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+34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 31 27; email 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; dated February 7, 2018 (referred to after
MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.
(4) You may view this service information
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 this as the Mandatory Continuing
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 61 93 45 80; email continued- Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For airworthiness.a350@airbus.com; MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
information on the availability of this internet http://www.airbus.com. You for certain Airbus SAS Model A350–941
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. may view this service information at the airplanes. The MCAI states:
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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 18, 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 46369 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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