83 FR 50816 - Airworthiness Directives; GEVEN S.p.A. Seat Assemblies, Type D1-02 and D1-03
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 196 (October 10, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 196 (October 10, 2018)
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 196 (Wednesday, October 10, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 50816-50818] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-21872] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0504; Product Identifier 2017-NE-12-AD; Amendment 39-19415; AD 2018-19-15] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; GEVEN S.p.A. Seat Assemblies, Type D1- 02 and D1-03 AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain GEVEN S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1-02 and D1-03 seat assemblies. This AD was prompted by a report that seat belt attachment bolts were found detached or partially detached from the seat. This AD requires inspection, torque verification, and modification of certain model seats. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective November 14, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 14, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Geven Technical Assistance Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola (NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396; fax: +39 081 31 21 321; email: Technical.assistance@geven.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781- 238-7759. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0504. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 0504; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI), 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: Neil Doh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7199; email: neil.doh@faa.gov. 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 Geven, Type D1-02 and D1-03 seat assemblies. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on July 14, 2017 (82 FR 32494). The NPRM was prompted by a report that seat belt attachment bolts were found detached or partially detached from the seat. The NPRM proposed to require inspection, torque verification, and modification of certain model seats. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA AD 2014-0187, dated August 20, 2014 (referred to after this as ``the MCAI''), to address the unsafe condition on these products. The MCAI states: An operator reported that seat belt attachment bolts were found detached or partially detached from the seat. A further check on several aeroplanes revealed that on a large number of seats of the same model, the seat belt attachment bolts were not properly torqued and secured as defined. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to failure of the seats to perform their intended function, possibly resulting in injury to occupants in case of an emergency landing. To address this potential unsafe [[Page 50817]] condition, Geven published SB No. D103-25-004 to provide inspection instructions to verify if the seat belt attachment bolts are properly torqued and secured, and correction of any deficiencies. In addition, for certain D1-03 seats, the SB provides instructions to modify the seat belt attachment assembly. For the reasons described above, this EASA AD requires a one-time inspection of all safety belt attachment bolts and, depending on findings, accomplishment of the applicable corrective action(s). This EASA AD also requires modification of the seat belt attachment assembly on certain D1-03 seats. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0504. 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. Clarification to the Number of Affected Airplanes Since we issued the NPRM, we determined that we needed to identify the specific number of affected Avions de transport regional (ATR) 42 and ATR 72 airplanes rather than list the overall number of airplanes that are affected. The estimated costs have not changed. Clarification to Required Actions We also determined that the compliance in the NPRM was not clear as to which Geven seats required modification and which required bushing replacement. We have clarified the Required Actions in this AD. Additionally, all Geven Type D1-02 and D1-03 safety belt assemblies are torque checked, but, only Geven Type D1-03 seat belt attachment assemblies on the aisle side spreader must be modified. Clarification of Service Information Reporting Requirements We also determined that Geven Service Bulletin (SB) No. D103-25- 004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer. This AD does not include that requirement. 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 We reviewed Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016. The SB describes procedures for inspection, torque verification, and modification of certain model seats known to be installed on ATR 42 and ATR 72 airplanes. 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 an unknown number of seat assemblies installed on, but not limited to, 25 ATR 42 airplanes and 13 ATR 72 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seat modification--ATR 42.......... 1.5 work-hours x $85 per $302 $429.50 $10,737.50 hour = $127.50. Torque check--ATR 42............... 0.8 work-hours x $85 per 0 68.00 1,700.00 hour = $68.00. Seat modification--ATR 72.......... 2.3 work-hours x $85 per 368 563.50 7,325.50 hour = $195.50. Seat remove and replace--ATR 72.... 1.2 work-hours x $85 per 0 102.00 1,326.00 hour = $102.00. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 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 engines, propellers, and associated appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and Innovation 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 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. [[Page 50818]] 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): 2018-19-15 GEVEN S.p.A.: Amendment 39-19415; Docket No. FAA-2017- 0504; Product Identifier 2017-NE-12-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 14, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to certain GEVEN S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1-02 (also known as ``Lightweight AFT facing seats'') and D1-03 (also known as ``Lightweight'' Classic and Prestige) in-arm table, standard, and last row seats, with part numbers (P/Ns) and Effectivity Codes listed in Table 1.1.1 of Geven Service Bulletin (SB) No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016. (2) These appliances are installed on, but not limited to, Avions de transport regional (ATR) 42 and ATR 72 airplanes of U.S. registry. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) 2500 Code, Cabin Equipment/Furnishings. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report that seat belt attachment bolts were found detached or partially detached from the seat. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the seats to perform their intended function, which, if not detected and corrected, could possibly result in injury to occupants in case of an emergency landing. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions (1) Within six months after the effective date of this AD, in accordance with Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1-03 (also known as ``Lightweight'' Classic and Prestige) in-arm table, standard, and last row seats, P/ N D1-03-()()()-()()(), modify the safety belt attachment assemblies on the aisle side spreader, and torque check the safety belt attachment assemblies on the central and fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs. (8 nm). (2) Within six months after the effective date of this AD, in accordance with Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1-02 (also known as ``Lightweight aft facing seats'') in-arm table, standard, and last row seats, P/N D1- 02-()()()-()()(), perform the following: (i) Torque check the seat belt attachment assemblies on the aisle side, central, and fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs., and verify that the safety belt attachment is free to rotate. (ii) If the safety belt attachment is not free to rotate following paragraph (g)(2)(i), replace the bushing in accordance with paragraph 3.3.1 of Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, or block each affected seat until the bushing replacement is accomplished. (h) No Reporting Requirement Although the service information identified in paragraph (g) of this AD specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that reporting requirement. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Boston ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the Boston ACO Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD. (2) 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. (j) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Neil Doh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7199; email: neil.doh@faa.gov. (2) Refer to European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2014- 0187, dated August 20, 2014, for more information. You may examine the EASA AD in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2017-0504. (k) 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 the AD specifies otherwise. (i) GEVEN S.p.A. Service Bulletin No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Geven Technical Assistance Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola (NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396; fax: +39 081 31 21 321; email: Technical.assistance@geven.com. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7759. (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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on September 27, 2018. Robert J. Ganley, Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-21872 Filed 10-9-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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service and replace with a part eligible for availability of this material at the FAA, call FAA, call 781–238–7759. It is also
installation before exceeding the CSN listed 781–238–7759. available on the internet at http://
in Appendix B, of GE CF34–10E SB 72–0347 (5) You may view this service information www.regulations.gov by searching for
R00, dated August 3, 2018. that is incorporated by reference at the
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
National Archives and Records
(h) Definitions Administration (NARA). For information on 0504.
(1) For the purpose of this AD, a part that the availability of this material at NARA, call Examining the AD Docket
is ‘‘eligible for installation’’ is defined as: 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
(i) An HPT front rotating air seal with a www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- You may examine the AD docket on
part number (P/N) and serial number (S/N) locations.html. the internet at http://
that is not listed in Appendix A or B, of GE www.regulations.gov by searching for
CF34–10E SB 72–0347 R00, dated August 3, Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
2018; or, September 28, 2018.
0504; or in person at Docket Operations
(ii) an HPT front rotating air seal with a P/ Robert J. Ganley, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
N and S/N listed in Appendix A or B, of GE Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards through Friday, except Federal holidays.
CF34–10E SB 72–0347 R00, dated August 3, Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. The AD docket contains this final rule,
2018, that was inspected and repaired using [FR Doc. 2018–21863 Filed 10–9–18; 8:45 am]
GE SB CF34–10E SB 72–0347 R00, dated the mandatory continuing airworthiness
August 3, 2018.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P information (MCAI), the regulatory
(2) For the purpose of this AD, ‘‘piece-part evaluation, any comments received, and
exposure’’ is defined as the separation of the other information. The address for
HPT front rotating air seal from the disk. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Docket Operations (phone: 800–647–
5527) is U.S. Department of
(i) Special Flight Permit Federal Aviation Administration
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
A special flight permit will not be issued. 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
14 CFR Part 39
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
(AMOCs) [Docket No. FAA–2017–0504; Product Washington, DC 20590.
(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has Identifier 2017–NE–12–AD; Amendment 39– FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Neil
the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, 19415; AD 2018–19–15] Doh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO
if requested using the procedures found in 14 Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
RIN 2120–AA64
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
send your request to your principal inspector 238–7757; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
Airworthiness Directives; GEVEN
or local Flight Standards District Office, as
S.p.A. Seat Assemblies, Type D1–02 neil.doh@faa.gov.
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the manager of the certification office, and D1–03 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
send it to the attention of the person AGENCY: Federal Aviation Discussion
identified in paragraph (k) of this AD. You
may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@
Administration (FAA), DOT. We issued a notice of proposed
faa.gov. ACTION: Final rule. rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, part 39 by adding an AD that would
notify your appropriate principal inspector, SUMMARY: We are adopting a new apply to certain Geven, Type D1–02 and
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager airworthiness directive (AD) for certain D1–03 seat assemblies. The NPRM
of the local flight standards district office/ GEVEN S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1–02 and published in the Federal Register on
certificate holding district office. D1–03 seat assemblies. This AD was July 14, 2017 (82 FR 32494). The NPRM
(k) Related Information prompted by a report that seat belt was prompted by a report that seat belt
attachment bolts were found detached attachment bolts were found detached
For more information about this AD,
contact Michael Richardson-Bach, Aerospace or partially detached from the seat. This or partially detached from the seat. The
Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District AD requires inspection, torque NPRM proposed to require inspection,
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781– verification, and modification of certain torque verification, and modification of
238–7747; fax: 781–238–7199; email: model seats. We are issuing this AD to certain model seats. We are issuing this
michael.richardson-bach@faa.gov. address the unsafe condition on these AD to address the unsafe condition on
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference products. these products.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register DATES: This AD is effective November The European Aviation Safety Agency
approved the incorporation by reference 14, 2018. (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
(IBR) of the service information listed in this The Director of the Federal Register for the Member States of the European
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR approved the incorporation by reference Community, has issued EASA AD 2014–
part 51. of a certain publication listed in this AD 0187, dated August 20, 2014 (referred to
(2) You must use this service information as of November 14, 2018. after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to address the
as applicable to do the actions required by
ADDRESSES: For service information unsafe condition on these products. The
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) General Electric Company CF34–10E identified in this final rule, contact MCAI states:
Service Bulletin 72–0347 R00, dated August Geven Technical Assistance An operator reported that seat belt
3, 2018. Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona attachment bolts were found detached or
(ii) Reserved. Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola partially detached from the seat. A further
(3) For service information identified in (NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396; check on several aeroplanes revealed that on
this AD, contact General Electric Company, fax: +39 081 31 21 321; email: a large number of seats of the same model,
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1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; the seat belt attachment bolts were not
Technical.assistance@geven.com. You
telephone 513–552–3272; email: properly torqued and secured as defined.
aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com. may view this service information at the This condition, if not detected and corrected,
(4) You may view this service information FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards could lead to failure of the seats to perform
at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, their intended function, possibly resulting in
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, Burlington, MA 01803. For information injury to occupants in case of an emergency
MA 01803. For information on the on the availability of this material at the landing. To address this potential unsafe
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 attachment assemblies on the aisle side (ii) Reserved.
spreader, and torque check the safety belt (3) For service information identified in
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation attachment assemblies on the central and this AD, contact Geven Technical Assistance
safety, Incorporation by reference, fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs. (8 nm). Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona
Safety. (2) Within six months after the effective Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola
date of this AD, in accordance with Geven SB (NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396; fax:
Adoption of the Amendment No. D103–25–004, Revision 4, dated March +39 081 31 21 321; email:
Accordingly, under the authority 15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1–02 (also Technical.assistance@geven.com.
delegated to me by the Administrator, known as ‘‘Lightweight aft facing seats’’) in- (4) You may view this service information
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as arm table, standard, and last row seats, P/N at FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards
D1–02–()()()–()()(), perform the following: Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
follows: MA 01803. For information on the
(i) Torque check the seat belt attachment
assemblies on the aisle side, central, and availability of this material at the FAA, call
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS 781–238–7759.
fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs., and
DIRECTIVES verify that the safety belt attachment is free (5) You may view this service information
to rotate. that is incorporated by reference at the
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 National Archives and Records
(ii) If the safety belt attachment is not free
continues to read as follows: to rotate following paragraph (g)(2)(i), replace Administration (NARA). For information on
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. the bushing in accordance with paragraph the availability of this material at NARA, call
3.3.1 of Geven SB No. D103–25–004, 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
§ 39.13 [Amended] Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, or block www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
each affected seat until the bushing locations.html.
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness replacement is accomplished. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
directive (AD): (h) No Reporting Requirement September 27, 2018.
Robert J. Ganley,
2018–19–15 GEVEN S.p.A.: Amendment Although the service information
39–19415; Docket No. FAA–2017–0504; identified in paragraph (g) of this AD Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
Product Identifier 2017–NE–12–AD. specifies to submit certain information to the Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
manufacturer, this AD does not include that [FR Doc. 2018–21872 Filed 10–9–18; 8:45 am]
(a) Effective Date reporting requirement. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
This AD is effective November 14, 2018.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(b) Affected ADs (AMOCs)
None. (1) The Manager, Boston ACO Branch,
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
(c) Applicability
for this AD, if requested using the procedures
Federal Aviation Administration
(1) This AD applies to certain GEVEN found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with
S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1–02 (also known as 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your 14 CFR Part 39
‘‘Lightweight AFT facing seats’’) and D1–03 principal inspector or local Flight Standards [Docket No. FAA–2018–0855; Product
(also known as ‘‘Lightweight’’ Classic and District Office, as appropriate. If sending Identifier 2018–NE–31–AD; Amendment 39–
Prestige) in-arm table, standard, and last row information directly to the manager of the 19416; AD 2018–19–16]
seats, with part numbers (P/Ns) and Boston ACO Branch, send it to the attention
Effectivity Codes listed in Table 1.1.1 of of the person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of RIN 2120–AA64
Geven Service Bulletin (SB) No. D103–25– this AD.
004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, Airworthiness Directives; CFM
(2) These appliances are installed on, but notify your appropriate principal inspector, International S.A. Turbofan Engines
not limited to, Avions de transport regional or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
(ATR) 42 and ATR 72 airplanes of U.S. of the local flight standards district office/ AGENCY: Federal Aviation
registry. certificate holding district office. Administration (FAA), DOT.
(d) Subject (j) Related Information ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) (1) For more information about this AD,
2500 Code, Cabin Equipment/Furnishings. contact Neil Doh, Aerospace Engineer, SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Boston ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District airworthiness directive (AD) for all CFM
(e) Unsafe Condition Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
This AD was prompted by a report that seat 238–7757; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
International S.A. (CFM) LEAP–1A23,
belt attachment bolts were found detached or neil.doh@faa.gov. –1A24, –1A24E1, –1A26, –1A26E1,
partially detached from the seat. We are (2) Refer to European Aviation Safety –1A26CJ, –1A29, –1A29CJ, –1A30,
issuing this AD to prevent failure of the seats Agency (EASA) AD 2014–0187, dated August –1A32, –1A33, –1A33B2, and –1A35A
to perform their intended function, which, if 20, 2014, for more information. You may turbofan engines with certain full
not detected and corrected, could possibly examine the EASA AD in the AD docket on authority digital engine control (FADEC)
result in injury to occupants in case of an the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by and prognostic health monitoring (PHM)
emergency landing. searching for and locating Docket No. FAA– software installed. This AD requires
2017–0504.
(f) Compliance removing certain FADEC and PHM
Comply with this AD within the (k) Material Incorporated by Reference software and installing versions eligible
compliance times specified, unless already (1) The Director of the Federal Register for installation. This AD was prompted
done. approved the incorporation by reference by aborted takeoffs after engines did not
(IBR) of the service information listed in this advance to the desired takeoff fan speed
(g) Required Actions paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR due to icing in the pressure sensor line.
daltland on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with RULES
(1) Within six months after the effective part 51. We are issuing this AD to address the
date of this AD, in accordance with Geven SB (2) You must use this service information
No. D103–25–004, Revision 4, dated March as applicable to do the actions required by
unsafe condition on these products.
15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1–03 (also this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. DATES: This AD is effective October 25,
known as ‘‘Lightweight’’ Classic and Prestige) (i) GEVEN S.p.A. Service Bulletin No. 2018.
in-arm table, standard, and last row seats, D103–25–004, Revision 4, dated March 15, We must receive comments on this
P/N D1–03–()()()–()()(), modify the safety belt 2016. AD by November 26, 2018.
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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 November 14, 2018. | |
| Contact | Neil Doh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 50816 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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