83 FR 48935 - Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 189 (September 28, 2018)

Page Range		48935-48938
FR Document		2018-20929
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, and -100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of nut torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link fittings. This AD requires modification of the attaching parts of the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) pylon lower link fittings, inboard and outboard positions. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
Federal Register, Volume 83 Issue 189 (Friday, September 28, 2018)
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 189 (Friday, September 28, 2018)]
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[FR Doc No: 2018-20929]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2018-0509; Product Identifier 2017-NM-076-AD; Amendment 
39-19429; AD 2018-19-28]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain 
Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, and -100 IGW 
airplanes; and Model ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. 
This AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of nut 
torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link fittings. 
This AD requires modification of the attaching parts of the left-hand 
(LH) and right-hand (RH) pylon lower link fittings, inboard and 
outboard positions. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe 
condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective November 2, 2018.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 2, 
2018.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, 
contact Embraer S.A., Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. 
Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170--Putim--12227-901 S[atilde]o Jose dos 
Campos--SP--Brazil; phone: +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax: 
+55 12 3927-7546; email: [email protected]; internet: http://www.flyembraer.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-
0509

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-
0509; 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: Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3221.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Embraer S.A. Model 
ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, and -100 IGW airplanes; and Model 
ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. The NPRM published in 
the Federal Register on June 11, 2018 (83 FR 26877). The NPRM was 
prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of nut torque on the 
engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link fittings. The NPRM 
proposed to require modification of the attaching parts of the LH and 
RH pylon lower link fittings, inboard and outboard positions. The NPRM 
also specified that accomplishing certain proposed actions would 
terminate certain requirements in AD 2014-16-16, Amendment 39-17940 (79 
FR 48018, August 15, 2014).
    We are issuing this AD to address loss of integrity of the engine 
pylon lower link fittings, possibly resulting in separation of the 
engine from the wing.
    Ag[ecirc]ncia Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC), which 
is the aviation authority for Brazil, has issued Brazilian AD 2017-04-
01, effective April 25, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory 
Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an 
unsafe condition for certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 
LR, -100 ECJ, and -100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 
LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. The MCAI states:

    This [Brazilian] AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration 
and loss of nut torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and 
outboard link fittings. We are issuing this [Brazilian] AD to 
prevent loss of integrity of the engine pylon lower link fittings, 
which could result in separation of the engine from the wing.
    This [Brazilian] AD requires modifications of the attaching 
parts of the left handle (LH) and right handle (RH) pylon lower link 
fittings, inboard and outboard positions.


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    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-
0509.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this final rule. We have considered the comment received. The Air Line 
Pilots Association, International (ALPA) stated that it supported the 
intent of the NPRM.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and 
determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting 
this final rule as proposed, except for minor editorial changes. We 
have determined that these minor changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the 
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the NPRM.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Embraer S.A. has issued Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, 
Revision 04, dated December 7, 2017; and Embraer Service Bulletin 
190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018. The service information 
describes procedures for modification of the attaching parts of the LH 
and RH pylon lower link fittings, inboard and outboard positions. 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 85 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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          Action                Labor cost      Parts cost       Cost per product        Cost on U.S. operators
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Modification..............  Up to 270 work-         $3,200  Up to $26,150............  Up to $2,222,750.
                             hours x $85 per
                             hour = $22,950.
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    According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be 
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected 
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected 
individuals. As a result, we have included all available costs in our 
cost estimate.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the 
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by 
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is 
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but 
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the 
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and 
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.

Regulatory Findings

    This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, 
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``Significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866,
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under 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]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

2018-19-28 Embraer S.A.: Amendment 39-19429; Docket No. FAA-2018-
0509; Product Identifier 2017-NM-076-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective November 2, 2018.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD affects AD 2014-16-16, Amendment 39-17940 (79 FR 48018, 
August 15, 2014) (``AD 2014-16-16'').

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to the Embraer S.A. airplanes identified in 
paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any 
category.
    (1) Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, and -100 IGW airplanes; and 
Model ERJ 190-200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes; as 
identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, 
dated December 7, 2017.
    (2) Model ERJ 190-100 ECJ airplanes as identified in Embraer 
Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 54, Nacelles/
pylons.

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(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports of bushing migration and loss of 
nut torque on the engine pylon lower inboard and outboard link 
fittings. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of integrity of the 
engine pylon lower link fittings, possibly resulting in separation 
of the engine from the wing.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Definitions

    (1) Group 1 airplanes are defined as: Serial numbers 19000002, 
19000004, 19000006 through 19000108 inclusive, 19000110 through 
19000139 inclusive, 19000141 through 19000158 inclusive, 19000160 
through 19000176 inclusive, 19000178 through 19000202 inclusive, 
19000204 through 19000224 inclusive, 19000226 through 19000235 
inclusive, 19000237 through 19000242 inclusive, 19000244 through 
19000260 inclusive, 19000262 through 19000277 inclusive, 19000279 
through 19000295 inclusive, 19000297 through 19000306 inclusive, 
19000308 through 19000316 inclusive, 19000318 through 19000361 
inclusive, 19000363 through 19000437 inclusive, 19000439 through 
19000452 inclusive, 19000454 through 19000466 inclusive, 19000468 
through 19000525 inclusive, 19000527 through 19000533 inclusive, 
19000535 through 19000558 inclusive, 19000560 through 19000570 
inclusive, 19000572 through 19000610 inclusive, 19000612 through 
19000631 inclusive, and 19000633 through 19000636 inclusive.
    (2) Group 2 airplanes are defined as: Serial numbers 19000637 
through 19000640 inclusive, 19000642 through 19000655 inclusive, 
19000657 through 19000682 inclusive, 19000684 through 19000686 
inclusive, 19000688, 19000689, and 19000692 through 19000694 
inclusive.

(h) Left-Hand (LH) Pylon Lower Link Fitting Attaching Parts 
Modification

    (1) For Group 1 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(1) of 
this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the plain bushings 
of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install the lock 
washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and replace 
the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger 
head diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, 
dated December 7, 2017.
    (2) For Group 2 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(2) of 
this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the internal shear 
pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in 
accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 
2017.
    (3) For airplanes identified as Group 1 in Embraer Service 
Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 
months after the effective date of this AD, replace the plain 
bushings of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install 
the lock washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and 
replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having 
larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-
0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018.
    (4) For airplanes identified as Group 2 in Embraer Service 
Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 
months after the effective date of this AD, replace the internal 
shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head 
diameter, in accordance with ``PART I'' of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 
02, dated May 9, 2018.

(i) Right-Hand (RH) Pylon Lower Link Fitting Attaching Parts 
Modification

    (1) For Group 1 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(1) of 
this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the plain bushings 
of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install the lock 
washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and replace 
the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger 
head diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, 
dated December 7, 2017.
    (2) For Group 2 airplanes as identified in paragraph (g)(2) of 
this AD: Within 15,000 flight hours or 48 months after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the internal shear 
pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head diameter, in 
accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated December 7, 
2017.
    (3) For airplanes identified as Group 1 in Embraer Service 
Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 
months after the effective date of this AD, replace the plain 
bushings of the lower inboard and outboard link fittings, install 
the lock washers with the L-profile on the fuse pin's head side, and 
replace the internal shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having 
larger head diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-
0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018.
    (4) For airplanes identified as Group 2 in Embraer Service 
Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018: Within 48 
months after the effective date of this AD, replace the internal 
shear pin of the fuse pins with new ones having larger head 
diameter, in accordance with ``PART II'' of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 
02, dated May 9, 2018.

(j) Terminating Action for AD 2014-16-16

    (1) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h)(1) or 
(h)(2) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of 
paragraphs (g)(1), (h)(1), and (i)(1) of AD 2014-16-16 for that LH 
pylon lower link fitting.
    (2) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (h)(3) or 
(h)(4) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of 
paragraphs (g)(2), (h)(2), and (i)(2) of AD 2014-16-16 for that LH 
pylon lower link fitting.
    (3) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (i)(1) or 
(i)(2) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of 
paragraphs (g)(1), (h)(1), and (i)(1) of AD 2014-16-16 for that RH 
pylon lower link fitting.
    (4) Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (i)(3) or 
(i)(4) of this AD, as applicable, terminates the requirements of 
paragraphs (g)(2), (h)(2), and (i)(2) of AD 2014-16-16 for that RH 
pylon lower link fitting.

(k) Credit for Previous Actions

    (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by 
paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), (i)(1), and (i)(2) of this AD, if those 
actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using 
Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, dated September 22, 2015; 
Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 01, dated January 18, 
2016; Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 02, dated 
September 12, 2016; or Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, 
Revision 03, dated May 18, 2017.
    (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by 
paragraphs (h)(3), (h)(4), (i)(3), and (i)(4) of this AD, if those 
actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using 
Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, dated October 2, 2015; or 
Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 01, dated April 
13, 2017.

(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 Ag[ecirc]ncia 
Nacional de Avia[ccedil][atilde]o Civil (ANAC); or ANAC's authorized 
Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee, the approval must 
include the Designee's authorized signature.

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    (3) Required for Compliance (RC): For service information that 
contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs 
(l)(3)(i) and (l)(3)(ii) of this AD apply.
    (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step 
and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply 
with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the 
RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is 
required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and 
identified figures.
    (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted 
methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection 
program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC 
steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done 
as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy 
condition.

(m) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) Brazilian AD 2017-04-01, effective April 25, 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-2018-0509.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Krista Greer, 
Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards 
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and 
fax: 206-231-3221.

(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) Embraer Service Bulletin 190-54-0016, Revision 04, dated 
December 7, 2017.
    (ii) Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN-54-0008, Revision 02, dated 
May 9, 2018.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Embraer S.A., Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. 
Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170--Putim--12227-901 S[atilde]o Jose dos 
Campos--SP--Brazil; phone: +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; 
fax: +55 12 3927-7546; email: [email protected]; internet: 
http://www.flyembraer.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 September 14, 2018.
John P. Piccola,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
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(k) Related Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION The AD docket contains this final rule,
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing the regulatory evaluation, any
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD Federal Aviation Administration comments received, and other
2017–0205, dated October 12, 2017, for information. The address for Docket
related information. This MCAI may be 14 CFR Part 39 Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
found in the AD docket on the internet at [Docket No. FAA–2018–0509; Product U.S. Department of Transportation,
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for Identifier 2017–NM–076–AD; Amendment Docket Operations, M–30, West
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0360. 39–19429; AD 2018–19–28] Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
(2) For more information about this AD, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
RIN 2120–AA64
contact Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, Washington, DC 20590.
International Section, Transport Standards Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Airplanes Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer,
Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206– International Section, Transport
231–3225. AGENCY: Federal Aviation Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
Administration (FAA), Department of 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference
Transportation (DOT). phone and fax: 206–231–3221.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
ACTION: Final rule. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this SUMMARY: We are adopting a new Discussion
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR airworthiness directive (AD) for certain We issued a notice of proposed
part 51. Embraer S.A. Model ERJ 190–100 STD, rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
(2) You must use this service information –100 LR, –100 ECJ, and –100 IGW part 39 by adding an AD that would
as applicable to do the actions required by airplanes; and Model ERJ 190–200 STD,
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
apply to certain Embraer S.A. Model ERJ
-200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. This 190–100 STD, –100 LR, –100 ECJ, and
(i) Airbus A300–600 Airworthiness AD was prompted by reports of bushing
Limitations Section (ALS), Part 2, ‘‘Damage
–100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ
migration and loss of nut torque on the 190–200 STD, –200 LR, and –200 IGW
Tolerant Airworthiness Limitation Items engine pylon lower inboard and
(DT–ALI),’’ Revision 02, dated August 28, airplanes. The NPRM published in the
outboard link fittings. This AD requires Federal Register on June 11, 2018 (83
2017.
modification of the attaching parts of FR 26877). The NPRM was prompted by
(ii) Reserved.
the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) reports of bushing migration and loss of
(3) For service information identified in
pylon lower link fittings, inboard and nut torque on the engine pylon lower
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness
outboard positions. We are issuing this inboard and outboard link fittings. The
Office—EAW, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine
AD to address the unsafe condition on NPRM proposed to require modification
No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France;
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61
these products. of the attaching parts of the LH and RH
93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ DATES: This AD is effective November 2, pylon lower link fittings, inboard and
airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com. 2018. outboard positions. The NPRM also
(4) You may view this service information The Director of the Federal Register specified that accomplishing certain
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, approved the incorporation by reference proposed actions would terminate
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For of certain publications listed in this AD certain requirements in AD 2014–16–16,
information on the availability of this as of November 2, 2018. Amendment 39–17940 (79 FR 48018,
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. ADDRESSES: For service information August 15, 2014).
(5) You may view this service information identified in this final rule, contact We are issuing this AD to address loss
that is incorporated by reference at the Embraer S.A., Technical Publications of integrity of the engine pylon lower
National Archives and Records Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria link fittings, possibly resulting in
Administration (NARA). For information on Lima, 2170—Putim—12227–901 São separation of the engine from the wing.
the availability of this material at NARA, call Jose dos Campos—SP—Brazil; phone: Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// +55 12 3927–5852 or +55 12 3309–0732; (ANAC), which is the aviation authority
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- fax: +55 12 3927–7546; email: distrib@ for Brazil, has issued Brazilian AD
locations.html. embraer.com.br; internet: http:// 2017–04–01, effective April 25, 2017
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on www.flyembraer.com. You may view (referred to after this as the Mandatory
September 17, 2018. this service information at the FAA, Continuing Airworthiness Information,
Transport Standards Branch, 2200 or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
John P. Piccola,
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For condition for certain Embraer S.A.
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Model ERJ 190–100 STD, –100 LR, –100
Aircraft Certification Service.
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. ECJ, and –100 IGW airplanes; and
[FR Doc. 2018–20921 Filed 9–27–18; 8:45 am] Model ERJ 190–200 STD, –200 LR, and
It is also available on the internet at
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
http://www.regulations.gov by searching –200 IGW airplanes. The MCAI states:
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– This [Brazilian] AD was prompted by
0509 reports of bushing migration and loss of nut
torque on the engine pylon lower inboard
Examining the AD Docket and outboard link fittings. We are issuing this
You may examine the AD docket on [Brazilian] AD to prevent loss of integrity of
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the internet at http:// the engine pylon lower link fittings, which
could result in separation of the engine from
www.regulations.gov by searching for the wing.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– This [Brazilian] AD requires modifications
0509; or in person at Docket Operations of the attaching parts of the left handle (LH)
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday and right handle (RH) pylon lower link
through Friday, except Federal holidays. fittings, inboard and outboard positions.

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You may examine the MCAI in the public interest require adopting this procedures for modification of the
AD docket on the internet at http:// final rule as proposed, except for minor attaching parts of the LH and RH pylon
www.regulations.gov by searching for editorial changes. We have determined lower link fittings, inboard and
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– that these minor changes: outboard positions. These documents
0509. • Are consistent with the intent that are distinct since they apply to different
was proposed in the NPRM for airplane models. This service
Comments addressing the unsafe condition; and information is reasonably available
We gave the public the opportunity to • Do not add any additional burden
because the interested parties have
participate in developing this final rule. upon the public than was already
We have considered the comment proposed in the NPRM. access to it through their normal course
received. The Air Line Pilots of business or by the means identified
Related Service Information Under 1 in the ADDRESSES section.
Association, International (ALPA) stated
CFR Part 51
that it supported the intent of the Costs of Compliance
NPRM. Embraer S.A. has issued Embraer
Service Bulletin 190–54–0016, Revision We estimate that this AD affects 85
Conclusion 04, dated December 7, 2017; and airplanes of U.S. registry.
We reviewed the relevant data, Embraer Service Bulletin 190LIN–54–
We estimate the following costs to
considered the comment received, and 0008, Revision 02, dated May 9, 2018.
comply with this AD:
determined that air safety and the The service information describes

ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators

Modification ........... Up to 270 work-hours × $85 per hour = $22,950 ......................... $3,200 Up to $26,150 ....... Up to $2,222,750.

According to the manufacturer, some period, the Executive Director has the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
of the costs of this AD may be covered delegated the authority to issue ADs follows:
under warranty, thereby reducing the applicable to transport category
cost impact on affected individuals. We airplanes and associated appliances to PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
do not control warranty coverage for the Director of the System Oversight DIRECTIVES
affected individuals. As a result, we Division.
have included all available costs in our ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
Regulatory Findings continues to read as follows:
cost estimate.
This AD will not have federalism Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Authority for This Rulemaking
implications under Executive Order
Title 49 of the United States Code 13132. This AD will not have a § 39.13 [Amended]
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue substantial direct effect on the States, on ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the relationship between the national the following new airworthiness
section 106, describes the authority of government and the States, or on the directive (AD):
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: distribution of power and
2018–19–28 Embraer S.A.: Amendment 39–
Aviation Programs, describes in more responsibilities among the various 19429; Docket No. FAA–2018–0509;
detail the scope of the Agency’s levels of government. Product Identifier 2017–NM–076–AD.
authority. For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD: (a) Effective Date
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII, (1) Is not a ‘‘Significant regulatory This AD is effective November 2, 2018.
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (b) Affected ADs
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under This AD affects AD 2014–16–16,
section, Congress charges the FAA with the DOT Regulatory Policies and Amendment 39–17940 (79 FR 48018, August
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 15, 2014) (‘‘AD 2014–16–16’’).
air commerce by prescribing regulations 1979),
(c) Applicability
for practices, methods, and procedures (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
the Administrator finds necessary for in Alaska, and This AD applies to the Embraer S.A.
safety in air commerce. This regulation airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and
(4) Will not have a significant (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category.
is within the scope of that authority economic impact, positive or negative, (1) Model ERJ 190–100 STD, –100 LR, and
because it addresses an unsafe condition on a substantial number of small entities –100 IGW airplanes; and Model ERJ 190–200
that is likely to exist or develop on under the criteria of the Regulatory STD, –200 LR, and –200 IGW airplanes; as
products identified in this rulemaking Flexibility Act. identified in Embraer Service Bulletin 190–
action. 54–0016, Revision 04, dated December 7,
This AD is issued in accordance with List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 2017.
authority delegated by the Executive (2) Model ERJ 190–100 ECJ airplanes as
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Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, safety, Incorporation by reference, identified in Embraer Service Bulletin
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. 190LIN–54–0008, Revision 02, dated May 9,
Safety.
2018.
In accordance with that order, issuance
Adoption of the Amendment (d) Subject
of ADs is normally a function of the
Compliance and Airworthiness Accordingly, under the authority Air Transport Association (ATA) of
Division, but during this transition delegated to me by the Administrator, America Code 54, Nacelles/pylons.

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Document Modified: 2018-09-28 01:23:51
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 November 2, 2018.
Contact		Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3221.
FR Citation		83 FR 48935
RIN Number		2120-AA64
CFR Associated		Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety
83 FR 48935 - Airworthiness Directives; Embraer S.A. Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONFederal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 189 (September 28, 2018)

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