83 FR 51313 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 197 (October 11, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 197 (October 11, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-21605 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 197 (Thursday, October 11, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 51313-51315] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-21605] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0410; Product Identifier 2018-NM-030-AD; Amendment 39-19444; AD 2018-20-10] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an inspection on the production line that revealed evidence of paint peeling on the forward and aft cargo frame forks around the hook bolt hole. This AD requires a detailed visual inspection for any deficiency of the frame forks around the hook bolt hole on certain forward and aft cargo doors and applicable corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective November 15, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 15, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; internet http://www.airbus.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0410. 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- 0410; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647- 5527) is Docket Operations, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3218. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Airbus SAS Model A350- 941 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 15, 2018 (83 FR 22414). The NPRM was prompted by an inspection on the production line that revealed evidence of paint peeling on the forward and aft cargo frame forks around the hook bolt hole. The NPRM proposed to require a detailed visual inspection for any deficiency of the frame forks around the hook bolt hole on certain forward and aft cargo doors and applicable corrective actions. We are issuing this AD to address paint peeling on the forward and aft cargo doors that could develop into galvanic corrosion, which could lead to cargo door failure and possibly result in decompression of the airplane and injury to occupants. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2018-0031, dated January 31, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 airplanes. The MCAI states: Following an inspection on the production line, paint peeling was found on forward and aft cargo door frame forks around the hook bolt hole. Subsequent investigations determined this had been caused by incorrect masking method during application of primer, top coat and Tartaric Sulfuric Anodizing (TSA) layer. As the cargo doors are located in an area with high corrosion sensitivity, where a surface protection with primer, top coat and TSA is specified, in case of paint peeling off, galvanic corrosion could develop. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to cargo door failure, possibly resulting in decompression of the aeroplane and injury to occupants. To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus identified the affected parts and issued the SB [Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017] to provide inspection instructions. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time detailed [visual] inspection (DET) of the affected parts [for discrepancies] and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s) [i.e., restoration of the anti- corrosion protection of frame forks of affected parts]. 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- 0410. 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 of Definition of Serviceable Part We have changed paragraph (g)(2) in this AD by adding that a serviceable part is also ``a part identified as an affected part, and the actions in paragraph (i) of this AD have been accomplished on that part.'' This change has been coordinated with EASA and Airbus. 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 SAS has issued Airbus Service Bulletin A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017. This service information describes procedures for a one- time detailed visual inspection of the frame forks around the hook bolt hole on the forward and aft cargo door, and applicable corrective actions. This service information is reasonably [[Page 51314]] 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 9 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection..................... Up to 9 work-hours $0 Up to $765........ Up to $6,885. x $85 per hour = $765. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary on-condition actions that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this action: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Restoration................................... 9 work-hours x $85 per hour = $50 $815. $765. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, all 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 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): 2018-20-10 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-19444; FAA-2018-0410; Product Identifier 2018-NM-030-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 15, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model A350-941 airplanes, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 52, Doors. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by an inspection on the production line that revealed evidence of paint peeling on the forward and aft cargo frame forks around the hook bolt hole. We are issuing this AD to address paint peeling on the forward and aft cargo doors that could develop into galvanic corrosion, which could lead to cargo door failure and possibly result in decompression of the airplane and injury to occupants. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Definitions (1) For the purpose of this AD, the affected parts are forward cargo doors, part number (P/N) WG102AGAAAAF and P/N WG102AKAAAAF, serial number (S/N) UH10007 through UH10022 inclusive, except S/N UH10009; and aft cargo doors P/N [[Page 51315]] WH102AHAAAAC and P/N WH102ALAAAAC, S/N UH10008 through UH10022 inclusive. (2) For the purpose of this AD, a serviceable forward cargo door or a serviceable aft cargo door is a part that is not identified as an affected part, or is a part identified as an affected part on which a detailed visual inspection specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017, has been done and there were no findings, or is a part identified as an affected part, and the actions in paragraph (i) of this AD have been accomplished on that part. (h) Inspection Within 36 months since the date of issuance of the original standard airworthiness certificate or date of issuance of the original export certificate of airworthiness, or within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, accomplish a detailed visual inspection of each affected part for any deficiency (e.g., any paint peel-off of the hook bolt hole of the frame fork), in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017. (i) Corrective Actions If, during any detailed visual inspection required by paragraph (h) of this AD, any deficiency is found, before next flight, restore the anti-corrosion protection of frame forks of the affected part, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017, except as required by paragraph (j) of this AD. (j) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications Where Airbus Service Bulletin A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017, specifies contacting Airbus, and specifies that action as RC: This AD requires repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. (k) Parts Installation Limitation From the effective date of this AD, it is allowed to install on an airplane a forward cargo door or an aft cargo door, provided the part is a serviceable forward cargo door or serviceable aft cargo door as defined in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD. (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 European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA- authorized signature. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except as required by paragraph (j) of this AD: If any service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2018-0031, dated January 31, 2018, 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-2018-0410. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3218. (n) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A350-52-P011, dated May 12, 2017. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email [email protected]; internet http://www.airbus.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on September 19, 2018. John P. Piccola, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-21605 Filed 10-10-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on Examining the AD Docket Anodizing (TSA) layer. As the cargo doors
September 14, 2018. are located in an area with high corrosion
You may examine the AD docket on sensitivity, where a surface protection with
John P. Piccola,
the internet at http:// primer, top coat and TSA is specified, in case
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, www.regulations.gov by searching for of paint peeling off, galvanic corrosion could
Aircraft Certification Service.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– develop.
[FR Doc. 2018–21460 Filed 10–10–18; 8:45 am]
0410; or in person at Docket Operations This condition, if not detected and
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday corrected, could lead to cargo door failure,
through Friday, except Federal holidays. possibly resulting in decompression of the
The AD docket contains this final rule, aeroplane and injury to occupants.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION the regulatory evaluation, any
To address this potential unsafe condition,
Airbus identified the affected parts and
Federal Aviation Administration comments received, and other issued the SB [Airbus Service Bulletin (SB)
information. The address for Docket A350–52–P011, dated May 12, 2017] to
14 CFR Part 39 Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is provide inspection instructions.
Docket Operations, U.S. Department of For the reasons described above, this
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– [EASA] AD requires a one-time detailed
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0410; Product 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room [visual] inspection (DET) of the affected parts
Identifier 2018–NM–030–AD; Amendment [for discrepancies] and, depending on
39–19444; AD 2018–20–10]
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590. findings, accomplishment of applicable
corrective action(s) [i.e., restoration of the
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: anti-corrosion protection of frame forks of
RIN 2120–AA64
Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace Engineer, affected parts].
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS International Section, Transport
You may examine the MCAI in the
Airplanes Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
AD docket on the internet at http://
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
AGENCY: Federal Aviation www.regulations.gov by searching for
telephone and fax 206–231–3218.
Administration (FAA), Department of and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 0410.
Transportation (DOT).
Discussion Comments
ACTION: Final rule.
We issued a notice of proposed We gave the public the opportunity to
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR participate in developing this final rule.
airworthiness directive (AD) for all part 39 by adding an AD that would We received no comments on the NPRM
Airbus SAS Model A350–941 airplanes. apply to all Airbus SAS Model A350– or on the determination of the cost to
This AD was prompted by an inspection 941 airplanes. The NPRM published in the public.
on the production line that revealed the Federal Register on May 15, 2018
evidence of paint peeling on the forward (83 FR 22414). The NPRM was Clarification of Definition of
and aft cargo frame forks around the prompted by an inspection on the Serviceable Part
hook bolt hole. This AD requires a production line that revealed evidence We have changed paragraph (g)(2) in
detailed visual inspection for any of paint peeling on the forward and aft this AD by adding that a serviceable part
deficiency of the frame forks around the cargo frame forks around the hook bolt is also ‘‘a part identified as an affected
hook bolt hole on certain forward and hole. The NPRM proposed to require a part, and the actions in paragraph (i) of
aft cargo doors and applicable corrective detailed visual inspection for any this AD have been accomplished on that
actions. We are issuing this AD to deficiency of the frame forks around the part.’’ This change has been coordinated
address the unsafe condition on these hook bolt hole on certain forward and with EASA and Airbus.
products. aft cargo doors and applicable corrective
actions. Conclusion
DATES: This AD is effective November
15, 2018. We are issuing this AD to address We reviewed the relevant data and
paint peeling on the forward and aft determined that air safety and the
The Director of the Federal Register
cargo doors that could develop into public interest require adopting this
approved the incorporation by reference
galvanic corrosion, which could lead to final rule as proposed, except for minor
of a certain publication listed in this AD
cargo door failure and possibly result in editorial changes. We have determined
as of November 15, 2018.
decompression of the airplane and that these minor changes:
ADDRESSES: For service information injury to occupants. • Are consistent with the intent that
identified in this final rule, contact The European Aviation Safety Agency was proposed in the NPRM for
Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office— (EASA), which is the Technical Agent addressing the unsafe condition; and
EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No: for the Member States of the European • Do not add any additional burden
2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; Union, has issued EASA AD 2018–0031, upon the public than was already
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 dated January 31, 2018 (referred to after proposed in the NPRM.
61 93 45 80; email continued- this as the Mandatory Continuing
airworthiness.a350@airbus.com; Related Service Information Under 1
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the CFR Part 51
internet http://www.airbus.com. You MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
may view this service information at the for all Airbus SAS Model A350–941 Airbus SAS has issued Airbus Service
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 airplanes. The MCAI states: Bulletin A350–52–P011, dated May 12,
khammond on DSK30JT082PROD with RULES
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For 2017. This service information describes
information on the availability of this Following an inspection on the production procedures for a one-time detailed
line, paint peeling was found on forward and
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. aft cargo door frame forks around the hook
visual inspection of the frame forks
It is also available on the internet at bolt hole. Subsequent investigations around the hook bolt hole on the
http://www.regulations.gov by searching determined this had been caused by incorrect forward and aft cargo door, and
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– masking method during application of applicable corrective actions. This
0410. primer, top coat and Tartaric Sulfuric service information is reasonably
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available because the interested parties Costs of Compliance We estimate the following costs to
have access to it through their normal comply with this AD:
course of business or by the means We estimate that this AD affects 9
identified in the ADDRESSES section. airplanes of U.S. registry.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators
Inspection ................ Up to 9 work-hours × $85 per hour = $0 Up to $765 ................................................ Up to $6,885.
$765.
We estimate the following costs to do would be required based on the results determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary on-condition actions that of the inspection. We have no way of might need this action:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Restoration ................................................................... 9 work-hours × $85 per hour = $765 ........................... $50 $815.
According to the manufacturer, all of the Director of the System Oversight Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
the costs of this AD may be covered Division.
§ 39.13 [Amended]
under warranty, thereby reducing the
Regulatory Findings ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
cost impact on affected individuals. We
do not control warranty coverage for This AD will not have federalism the following new airworthiness
affected individuals. As a result, we implications under Executive Order directive (AD):
have included all costs in our cost 13132. This AD will not have a 2018–20–10 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39–
estimate. substantial direct effect on the States, on 19444; FAA–2018–0410; Product
the relationship between the national Identifier 2018–NM–030–AD.
Authority for This Rulemaking
government and the States, or on the
Title 49 of the United States Code (a) Effective Date
distribution of power and
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue responsibilities among the various This AD is effective November 15, 2018.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, levels of government. (b) Affected ADs
section 106, describes the authority of For the reasons discussed above, I None.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: certify that this AD:
Aviation Programs, describes in more (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (c) Applicability
detail the scope of the Agency’s action’’ under Executive Order 12866, This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model
authority. (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under A350–941 airplanes, certificated in any
We are issuing this rulemaking under the DOT Regulatory Policies and category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, (d) Subject
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: 1979),
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Air Transport Association (ATA) of
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation America Code 52, Doors.
section, Congress charges the FAA with in Alaska, and
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (4) Will not have a significant (e) Reason
air commerce by prescribing regulations economic impact, positive or negative, This AD was prompted by an inspection on
for practices, methods, and procedures on a substantial number of small entities the production line that revealed evidence of
the Administrator finds necessary for under the criteria of the Regulatory paint peeling on the forward and aft cargo
safety in air commerce. This regulation frame forks around the hook bolt hole. We
Flexibility Act. are issuing this AD to address paint peeling
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 on the forward and aft cargo doors that could
that is likely to exist or develop on develop into galvanic corrosion, which could
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation lead to cargo door failure and possibly result
products identified in this rulemaking safety, Incorporation by reference, in decompression of the airplane and injury
action. Safety. to occupants.
This AD is issued in accordance with
authority delegated by the Executive Adoption of the Amendment (f) Compliance
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, Accordingly, under the authority Comply with this AD within the
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. delegated to me by the Administrator, compliance times specified, unless already
In accordance with that order, issuance done.
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
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of ADs is normally a function of the follows: (g) Definitions
Compliance and Airworthiness
(1) For the purpose of this AD, the affected
Division, but during this transition PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS parts are forward cargo doors, part number
period, the Executive Director has DIRECTIVES (P/N) WG102AGAAAAF and P/N
delegated the authority to issue ADs WG102AKAAAAF, serial number (S/N)
applicable to transport category ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 UH10007 through UH10022 inclusive, except
airplanes and associated appliances to continues to read as follows: S/N UH10009; and aft cargo doors P/N
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WH102AHAAAAC and P/N principal inspector, or lacking a principal Administration (NARA). For information on
WH102ALAAAAC, S/N UH10008 through inspector, the manager of the local flight the availability of this material at NARA, call
UH10022 inclusive. standards district office/certificate holding 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
(2) For the purpose of this AD, a district office. www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
serviceable forward cargo door or a (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any locations.html.
serviceable aft cargo door is a part that is not requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on
identified as an affected part, or is a part actions from a manufacturer, the action must
September 19, 2018.
identified as an affected part on which a be accomplished using a method approved
detailed visual inspection specified in Airbus by the Manager, International Section, John P. Piccola,
Service Bulletin A350–52–P011, dated May Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
12, 2017, has been done and there were no European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Aircraft Certification Service.
findings, or is a part identified as an affected Airbus’s EASA Design Organization [FR Doc. 2018–21605 Filed 10–10–18; 8:45 am]
part, and the actions in paragraph (i) of this Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
AD have been accomplished on that part. the approval must include the DOA-
(h) Inspection authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): Except
Within 36 months since the date of as required by paragraph (j) of this AD: If any
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
issuance of the original standard service information contains procedures or
airworthiness certificate or date of issuance tests that are identified as RC, those
Federal Aviation Administration
of the original export certificate of procedures and tests must be done to comply
airworthiness, or within 90 days after the with this AD; any procedures or tests that are 14 CFR Part 71
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs not identified as RC are recommended. Those
later, accomplish a detailed visual inspection [Docket No. FAA–2018–0632; Airspace
procedures and tests that are not identified Docket No. 17–AWA–4]
of each affected part for any deficiency (e.g., as RC may be deviated from using accepted
any paint peel-off of the hook bolt hole of the methods in accordance with the operator’s RIN 2120–AA66
frame fork), in accordance with the maintenance or inspection program without
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided Amendment of Chicago Class B and
Service Bulletin A350–52–P011, dated May the procedures and tests identified as RC can
12, 2017.
Chicago Class C Airspace; Chicago, IL
be done and the airplane can be put back in
(i) Corrective Actions an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or AGENCY: Federal Aviation
If, during any detailed visual inspection
changes to procedures or tests identified as Administration (FAA), DOT.
RC require approval of an AMOC. ACTION: Final rule, technical
required by paragraph (h) of this AD, any
deficiency is found, before next flight, restore (m) Related Information amendment.
the anti-corrosion protection of frame forks of
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
the affected part, in accordance with the SUMMARY: This action incorporates this
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
2018–0031, dated January 31, 2018, for amendment into FAA Order 7400.11C
Service Bulletin A350–52–P011, dated May for a final rule published in the Federal
related information. This MCAI may be
12, 2017, except as required by paragraph (j) Register of August 16, 2018, for the
found in the AD docket on the internet at
of this AD. above titled, Amendment of Chicago
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for
(j) Exceptions to Service Information and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0410. Class B and Chicago Class C Airspace;
Specifications (2) For more information about this AD, Chicago, IL.
Where Airbus Service Bulletin A350–52– contact Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace
DATES: Effective date: 0901 UTC,
P011, dated May 12, 2017, specifies Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th October 11, 2018. The Director of the
contacting Airbus, and specifies that action Federal Register approves this
as RC: This AD requires repair using a St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and
fax 206–231–3218. incorporation by reference action under
method approved in accordance with the
procedures specified in paragraph (l)(2) of Title 1 Code of Federal Regulations part
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
this AD. 51, subject to the annual revision of
(1) The Director of the Federal Register FAA Order 7400.11 and publication of
(k) Parts Installation Limitation approved the incorporation by reference conforming amendments.
From the effective date of this AD, it is (IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11C,
allowed to install on an airplane a forward
cargo door or an aft cargo door, provided the part 51. Airspace Designations and Reporting
part is a serviceable forward cargo door or (2) You must use this service information Points, and subsequent amendments can
serviceable aft cargo door as defined in as applicable to do the actions required by be viewed online at http://www.faa.gov/
paragraph (g)(2) of this AD. this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. air_traffic/publications/. For further
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A350–52–P011, information, you can contact the
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions dated May 12, 2017. Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation
The following provisions also apply to this (ii) Reserved.
Administration, 800 Independence
AD: (3) For service information identified in
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591;
(AMOCs): The Manager, International Office—EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; also available for inspection at the
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 National Archives and Records
AD, if requested using the procedures found 93 45 80; email continued- Administration (NARA). For
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR airworthiness.a350@airbus.com; internet information on the availability of FAA
39.19, send your request to your principal http://www.airbus.com. Order 7400.11C at NARA, call (202)
khammond on DSK30JT082PROD with RULES
inspector or local Flight Standards District (4) You may view this service information 741–6030, or go to https://
Office, as appropriate. If sending information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/
directly to the International Section, send it 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
to the attention of the person identified in information on the availability of this ibr-locations.html.
paragraph (m)(2) of this AD. Information may material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- (5) You may view this service information Designations and Reporting Points, is
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any that is incorporated by reference at the published yearly and effective on
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate National Archives and Records September 15.
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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 15, 2018. | |
| Contact | Kathleen Arrigotti, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3218. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 51313 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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