83 FR 53802 - Airworthiness Directives; Austro Engine GmbH Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 207 (October 25, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 207 (October 25, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-23186 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 207 (Thursday, October 25, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 53802-53806] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-23186] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-1138; Product Identifier 2017-NE-41-AD; Amendment 39-19381; AD 2018-18-02] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Austro Engine GmbH Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- [[Page 53803]] SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines and for all model E4P engines. This AD was prompted by reports of considerable wear on the timing chain on these engines. This AD requires replacement of the timing chain and amending certain airplane flight manuals to limit the use of windmill restarts. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective November 29, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 29, 2018. ADDRESSES: For Austro Engine GmbH service information identified in this final rule, contact Austro Engine GmbH, Rudolf-Diesel-Strasse 11, A-2700 Weiner Neustadt, Austria; phone +43 2622 23000; fax: +43 2622 23000-2711; internet: www.austroengine.at. For Diamond Aircraft Industries service information in this final rule, contact Diamond Aircraft Industries, N. A., Otto-Stra[szlig]e 5, A-2700 Wiener Neustadt, phone: +43 2622 26700, Fax: +43 2622 26780; internet: www.diamondaircraft.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine and 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-2017-1138. 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- 1138; 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, 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: Barbara Caufield, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA, 01803; phone: 781-238-7146; fax: 781-238-7199; email: Barbara.Caufield@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 Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines and all model E4P engines. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 1, 2018 (83 FR 25410). The NPRM was prompted by reports of considerable wear on the timing chain on these engines. The NPRM proposed to require replacement of the timing chain and amending certain airplane flight manuals to limit the use of windmill restarts. 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 2017-0103, dated June 14, 2017 (referred to after this as ``the MCAI''), to address the unsafe condition on these products. The MCAI states: Considerable wear of the timing chain has been detected on some engines. This may have been caused by windmilling restarts, which are known to cause high stress to the timing chain. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to failure of the timing chain and consequent engine power loss, possibly resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, Austro Engine included instructions in the engine maintenance manual to periodically inspect the condition of the timing chain and, depending on findings, to replace the timing chain and the chain wheel. The operation manual was updated to allow windmilling restart only as an emergency procedure. More recently, Austro Engines published Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) MSB-E4-017/2, providing instructions to replace the timing chain for engines with known windmilling restarts. For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD requires replacement of the timing chain for engines with known windmilling restarts, and requires amendment of the applicable Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM). 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-2017-1138. Revision to Airplane Flight Manual We revised this AD to allow affected Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries (DAI) model DA 42 NG and DA 42 M-NG airplanes and Austro Engine GbmH model E4P engines installed on DAI model DA 62 airplanes to comply with paragraph (g)(4) of this AD by adding, respectively, Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Temporary Revision (TR) TR-M[Auml]M-42-973, and AFM TR TR-M[Auml]M-62- 240, both dated August 12, 2016. These actions are equivalent to inserting the information in figure (1) to paragraph (g)(4) of this AD into the respective airplane flight manuals. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Austro Engine MSB No. MSB-E4-017/2, Revision 2, dated December 2, 2016. The MSB describes procedures for replacement of the timing chain. We reviewed AFM TR TR-M[Auml]M-42-973, dated August 12, 2016, for DA 42 NG and DA 42 M-NG airplanes, and AFM TR TR- M[Auml]M-62-240, dated August 12, 2016, for DA 62 airplanes. These Temporary Revisions define the removal of the normal operation procedure for windmilling restart for the respective 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 211 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: [[Page 53804]] Estimated Costs. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Amend AFM............................. 1 work hour x $85 per $0 $85 $17,935 Remove and replace timing chain....... hour = $85. $775 $1,455 $307,005 8 work hours x $85 per hour = $680. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under 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): AD 2018-18-02; Austro Engine GmbH Engines: Amendment 39-19381; Docket No. FAA-2017-1138; Product Identifier 2017-NE-41-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 29, 2018. (b) Affected Ads None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines with serial numbers that have a ``-B'' or ``-C'' configuration and to model E4P engines, all serial numbers. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 8520, Reciprocating Engine Power Section. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of considerable wear on the timing chain on these engines. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the engine timing chain. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in failure of the engine timing chain, loss of engine thrust control, and reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions (1) Determine whether the engine is a Group 1 or Group 2 engine as follows. (i) A Group 1 engine is an engine equipped with a timing chain that was installed on an engine that experienced a windmill restart, or an engine in which it cannot be determined if the engine experienced any windmilling restarts. (ii) A Group 2 engine is an engine that is equipped with a timing chain that has not experienced any windmilling restarts. (2) For Group 1 engines: Before the affected timing chain exceeds 945 engine flight hours (EFHs) since installation on an engine, or within 110 EFHs after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the timing chain in accordance with the instructions in Technical Details, paragraph 2, in Austro Engine Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No. MSB-E4-017/2, Revision 2, dated December 2, 2016. (3) For Group 1 and Group 2 engines: After the effective date of this AD, following each windmill restart of an engine, before the timing chain of that engine exceeds 945 EFHs since first installation on an engine, or within 110 EFHs after that windmilling restart, whichever occurs later, replace the timing chain in accordance with the instructions in Technical Details, paragraph 2, in Austro Engine MSB No. MSB-E4-017/2, Revision 2, dated December 2, 2016. (4) For Group 1 and Group 2 engines: Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, amend the applicable airplane flight manual under emergency procedures by adding the information in figure 1 to paragraph (g)(4) of this AD to limit the use of a windmilling restart to only an emergency procedure. [[Page 53805]] [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR25OC18.000 (5) For affected Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries (DAI) model DA 42 NG and DA 42 M-NG airplanes and for Austro Engine GbmH model E4P engines installed on DAI model DA 62 airplanes, using Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Temporary Revision (TR) TR-M[Auml]M-42-973, and AFM TR TR-M[Auml]M- 62-240, both dated August 12, 2016, respectively, to update the applicable AFM is an acceptable method to comply with paragraph (g)(4) of this AD. (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The manager, ECO 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 ECO Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. You may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov. (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 or certificate holding district office. (i) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Barbara Caufield, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7146; fax: 781-238-7199; email: Barbara.Caufield@faa.gov. (2) Refer to EASA AD 2017-0103, dated June 14, 2017, 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 it in Docket No. FAA-2017-1138. (j) 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) Austro Engine Mandatory Service Bulletin No. MSB-E4-017/2, Revision 2, dated December 2, 2016. (ii) Diamond Aircraft Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Temporary Revision (TR) TR-M[Auml]M-42-973, dated August 12, 2016. (iii) Diamond Aircraft AFM TR TR-M[Auml]M-62-240, dated August 12, 2016. (3) For Austro Engine GmbH service information identified in this AD, contact Austro Engine GmbH, Rudolf-Diesel-Strasse 11, A- 2700 Weiner Neustadt, Austria; phone +43 2622 23000; fax: +43 2622 23000-2711; internet: www.austroengine.at. For Diamond Aircraft Industries service information in this AD, contact Diamond Aircraft Industries, N. A., Otto-Stra[szlig]e 5, A-2700 Wiener Neustadt, phone: +43 2622 26700, Fax: +43 2622 26780; internet: www.diamondaircraft.com. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine and 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. [[Page 53806]] Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on October 19, 2018. Karen M. Grant, Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-23186 Filed 10-24-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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not consider the use of voluntary follows: 20005’’ and adding in their place the
consensus standards. words ‘‘1335 East-West Highway, Suite
PART 9405—PROCEDURES FOR 4300, Silver Spring, MD 20910’’ in the
J. Environment DISCLOSURE OF RECORDS UNDER following places:
EAC analyzed this final rule under THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT ■ a. Section 9410.3(b); and
Department of Homeland Security ■ b. Section 9410.4(a).
■ 1. The authority citation for part 9405
Management Directive 023–01 which
continues to read as follows: PART 9420—NONDISCRIMINATION ON
guides EAC in complying with the
National Environmental Policy Act of Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552, as amended. THE BASIS OF HANDICAP IN
1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321–4365), PROGRAMS OR ACTIVITIES
§ § 9405.5 and 9405.7 [Amended] CONDUCTED BY THE U.S. ELECTION
and concluded that this rule is part of
a category of actions described in item ■ 2. Amend §§ 9405.5 and 9405.7 by ASSISTANCE COMMISSION
A3 of Table 1 in Appendix A of the removing the words ‘‘1201 New York
Avenue NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC ■ 9. The authority citation for part 9420
Management Directive. This rulemaking continues to read as follows:
does not individually or cumulatively 20005’’ and adding in their place the
have a significant effect on the human words ‘‘1335 East-West Highway, Suite Authority: 29 U.S.C. 794.
environment and, therefore, neither an 4300, Silver Spring, MD 20910’’ in the
following places: § 9420.8 [Amended]
environmental assessment nor an
■ a. Section 9405.5(a)(4)(ii) and (v); and ■ 10. Amend § 9420.8(d)(3) and (i) by
environmental impact statement is
■ b. Section 9405.7(a). removing the words ‘‘1201 New York
necessary.
Avenue NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC
K. Congressional Review Act PART 9407—IMPLEMENTATION OF 20005’’ and adding in their place the
THE GOVERNMENT IN THE SUNSHINE words ‘‘1335 East-West Highway, Suite
EAC will submit this final rule to ACT
Congress and the Government 4300, Silver Spring, MD 20910.’’
Accountability Office pursuant to the ■ 3. The authority citation for part 9407 PART 9428—NATIONAL VOTER
Congressional Review Act. The rule is continues to read as follows: REGISTRATION ACT (52 U.S.C. 20503
effective upon publication, as permitted Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552b. et seq.)
by 5 U.S.C. 808. Pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
808(2), EAC finds that good cause exists § 9407.8 [Amended] ■ 11. The authority citation for part
for making this rule effective upon ■ 4. Amend § 9407.8 by removing the 9428 continues to read as follows:
publication in the Federal Register, words ‘‘1201 New York Avenue NW, Authority: 42 U.S.C. 1973gg–1 et seq.,
based on the reasons cited in the Suite 300, Washington, DC 20005’’ and 15532.
preceding paragraph for the 553(b)(3)(B) adding in their place the words ‘‘1335 ■ 12. The heading of part 9428 is
determination. East-West Highway, Suite 4300, Silver revised to read as set forth above.
List of Subjects Spring, MD 20910.’’
§ 9428.7 [Amended]
11 CFR Part 9405 PART 9409—TESTIMONY BY ■ 13. Amend § 9428.7(a) by removing
COMMISSION EMPLOYEES RELATING the words‘‘1201 New York Avenue NW,
Administrative practice and
TO OFFICIAL INFORMATION AND Suite 300, Washington, DC 20005’’ and
procedure, Confidential business
PRODUCTION OF OFFICIAL RECORDS adding in their place the words ‘‘1335
information, Freedom of information.
IN LEGAL PROCEEDINGS East-West Highway, Suite 4300, Silver
11 CFR Part 9407 Spring, MD 20910.’’
■ 5. The authority citation for part 9409
Administrative practice and continues to read as follows: Dated: October 12, 2018.
procedure, Government employees, Brian D. Newby,
Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3102.
Sunshine Act. Executive Director, U.S. Election Assistance
11 CFR Part 9409 § § 9409.5, 9409.6 and 9409.14 [Amended] Commission.
■ 6. Amend §§ 9409.5, 9409.6 and [FR Doc. 2018–23150 Filed 10–24–18; 8:45 am]
Administrative practice and
9409.14 by removing the words ‘‘1201 BILLING CODE P
procedure, Courts, Government
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employees.
Washington, DC 20005’’ and adding in
11 CFR Part 9410 their place the words ‘‘1335 East-West DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Highway, Suite 4300, Silver Spring, MD
Administrative practice and Federal Aviation Administration
20910’’ in the following places:
procedure, Government employees, ■ a. Section 9409.5(a);
Privacy. ■ b. Section 9409.6; and 14 CFR Part 39
11 CFR Part 9420 ■ c. Section 9409.14(e).
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Elections, Reporting and Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552a. Engine GmbH Engines
recordkeeping requirements. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
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Administration (FAA), DOT.
preamble, the Election Assistance ■ 8. Amend §§ 9410.3 and 9410.4 by
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: www.regulations.gov by searching for
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Barbara Caufield, Aerospace Engineer, and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District 1138.
and for all model E4P engines. This AD Avenue, Burlington, MA, 01803; phone:
Revision to Airplane Flight Manual
was prompted by reports of 781–238–7146; fax: 781–238–7199;
considerable wear on the timing chain email: Barbara.Caufield@faa.gov. We revised this AD to allow affected
on these engines. This AD requires SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Austro Engine GmbH model E4 engines
replacement of the timing chain and installed on Diamond Aircraft Industries
amending certain airplane flight Discussion (DAI) model DA 42 NG and DA 42 M–
manuals to limit the use of windmill We issued a notice of proposed NG airplanes and Austro Engine GbmH
restarts. We are issuing this AD to rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR model E4P engines installed on DAI
address the unsafe condition on these part 39 by adding an AD that would model DA 62 airplanes to comply with
products. apply to certain Austro Engine GmbH paragraph (g)(4) of this AD by adding,
DATES: This AD is effective November model E4 engines and all model E4P respectively, Airplane Flight Manual
29, 2018. engines. The NPRM published in the (AFM) Temporary Revision (TR) TR–
The Director of the Federal Register Federal Register on June 1, 2018 (83 FR MÄM–42–973, and AFM TR TR–MÄM–
approved the incorporation by reference 25410). The NPRM was prompted by 62–240, both dated August 12, 2016.
of certain publications listed in this AD reports of considerable wear on the These actions are equivalent to inserting
as of November 29, 2018. timing chain on these engines. The the information in figure (1) to
ADDRESSES: For Austro Engine GmbH NPRM proposed to require replacement paragraph (g)(4) of this AD into the
service information identified in this of the timing chain and amending respective airplane flight manuals.
final rule, contact Austro Engine GmbH, certain airplane flight manuals to limit Comments
Rudolf-Diesel-Strasse 11, A–2700 the use of windmill restarts. We are
Weiner Neustadt, Austria; phone +43 issuing this AD to address the unsafe We gave the public the opportunity to
2622 23000; fax: +43 2622 23000–2711; condition on these products. participate in developing this final rule.
internet: www.austroengine.at. For The European Aviation Safety Agency We received no comments on the NPRM
Diamond Aircraft Industries service (EASA), which is the Technical Agent or on the determination of the cost to
information in this final rule, contact for the Member States of the European the public.
Diamond Aircraft Industries, N. A., Community, has issued EASA AD 2017– Conclusion
Otto-Stra+e 5, A–2700 Wiener Neustadt, 0103, dated June 14, 2017 (referred to
phone: +43 2622 26700, Fax: +43 2622 after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to address the We reviewed the relevant data and
26780; internet: www.diamondaircraft. unsafe condition on these products. determined that air safety and the
com. You may view this service The MCAI states: public interest require adopting this
information at the FAA, Engine and Considerable wear of the timing chain has final rule as proposed.
Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 been detected on some engines. This may Related Service Information Under 1
District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. have been caused by windmilling restarts, CFR Part 51
For information on the availability of which are known to cause high stress to the
this material at the FAA, call 781–238– timing chain. This condition, if not detected We reviewed Austro Engine MSB No.
7759. It is also available on the internet and corrected, could lead to failure of the MSB–E4–017/2, Revision 2, dated
timing chain and consequent engine power December 2, 2016. The MSB describes
at http://www.regulations.gov by loss, possibly resulting in reduced control of
searching for and locating Docket No. procedures for replacement of the
the aeroplane.
FAA–2017–1138. timing chain.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
Austro Engine included instructions in the We reviewed AFM TR TR–MÄM–42–
Examining the AD Docket 973, dated August 12, 2016, for DA 42
engine maintenance manual to periodically
You may examine the AD docket on inspect the condition of the timing chain NG and DA 42 M–NG airplanes, and
the internet at http:// and, depending on findings, to replace the AFM TR TR- MÄM–62–240, dated
www.regulations.gov by searching for timing chain and the chain wheel. The August 12, 2016, for DA 62 airplanes.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– operation manual was updated to allow These Temporary Revisions define the
1138; or in person at Docket Operations windmilling restart only as an emergency removal of the normal operation
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday procedure.
procedure for windmilling restart for the
More recently, Austro Engines published
through Friday, except Federal holidays. Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) MSB–E4– respective airplanes. This service
The AD docket contains this final rule, 017/2, providing instructions to replace the information is reasonably available
the mandatory continuing airworthiness timing chain for engines with known because the interested parties have
information, the regulatory evaluation, windmilling restarts. For the reason access to it through their normal course
any comments received, and other described above, this [EASA] AD requires of business or by the means identified
information. The address for Docket replacement of the timing chain for engines in the ADDRESSES section.
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is with known windmilling restarts, and
requires amendment of the applicable Costs of Compliance
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M–30, West Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM). We estimate that this AD affects 211
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, You may obtain further information engines installed on airplanes of U.S.
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, by examining the MCAI in the AD registry. We estimate the following costs
Washington, DC 20590. docket on the internet at http:// to comply with this AD:
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ESTIMATED COSTS.
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Amend AFM .................................................... 1 work hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................. $0 $85 $17,935
Remove and replace timing chain .................. 8 work hours × $85 per hour = $680 ............. $775 $1,455 $307,005
Authority for This Rulemaking (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (e) Unsafe Condition
Title 49 of the United States Code DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures This AD was prompted by reports of
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), considerable wear on the timing chain on
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation these engines. We are issuing this AD to
Section 106, describes the authority of in Alaska, and prevent failure of the engine timing chain.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: (4) Will not have a significant The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could
result in failure of the engine timing chain,
Aviation Programs, describes in more economic impact, positive or negative,
loss of engine thrust control, and reduced
detail the scope of the Agency’s on a substantial number of small entities control of the airplane.
authority. under the criteria of the Regulatory
We are issuing this rulemaking under Flexibility Act. (f) Compliance
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Comply with this AD within the
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
compliance times specified, unless already
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation done.
section, Congress charges the FAA with safety, Incorporation by reference, (g) Required Actions
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Safety.
air commerce by prescribing regulations (1) Determine whether the engine is a
for practices, methods, and procedures Adoption of the Amendment Group 1 or Group 2 engine as follows.
the Administrator finds necessary for (i) A Group 1 engine is an engine equipped
Accordingly, under the authority with a timing chain that was installed on an
safety in air commerce. This regulation delegated to me by the Administrator,
is within the scope of that authority engine that experienced a windmill restart, or
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as an engine in which it cannot be determined
because it addresses an unsafe condition follows: if the engine experienced any windmilling
that is likely to exist or develop on
restarts.
products identified in this rulemaking PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS (ii) A Group 2 engine is an engine that is
action. DIRECTIVES equipped with a timing chain that has not
This AD is issued in accordance with experienced any windmilling restarts.
authority delegated by the Executive ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (2) For Group 1 engines: Before the affected
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, continues to read as follows: timing chain exceeds 945 engine flight hours
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. (EFHs) since installation on an engine, or
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
In accordance with that order, issuance within 110 EFHs after the effective date of
of ADs is normally a function of the § 39.13 [Amended] this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the
Compliance and Airworthiness timing chain in accordance with the
Division, but during this transition ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding instructions in Technical Details, paragraph
period, the Executive Director has the following new airworthiness 2, in Austro Engine Mandatory Service
delegated the authority to issue ADs directive (AD): Bulletin (MSB) No. MSB–E4–017/2, Revision
applicable to engines, propellers, and AD 2018–18–02; Austro Engine GmbH 2, dated December 2, 2016.
associated appliances to the Manager, Engines: Amendment 39–19381; Docket (3) For Group 1 and Group 2 engines: After
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, No. FAA–2017–1138; Product Identifier the effective date of this AD, following each
Policy and Innovation Division. 2017–NE–41–AD. windmill restart of an engine, before the
timing chain of that engine exceeds 945 EFHs
Regulatory Findings (a) Effective Date
since first installation on an engine, or within
This AD is effective November 29, 2018. 110 EFHs after that windmilling restart,
This AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order (b) Affected Ads whichever occurs later, replace the timing
chain in accordance with the instructions in
13132. This AD will not have a None.
Technical Details, paragraph 2, in Austro
substantial direct effect on the States, on Engine MSB No. MSB–E4–017/2, Revision 2,
(c) Applicability
the relationship between the national dated December 2, 2016.
government and the States, or on the This AD applies to Austro Engine GmbH
model E4 engines with serial numbers that (4) For Group 1 and Group 2 engines:
distribution of power and Within 30 days after the effective date of this
have a ‘‘–B’’ or ‘‘–C’’ configuration and to
responsibilities among the various model E4P engines, all serial numbers. AD, amend the applicable airplane flight
levels of government. manual under emergency procedures by
For the reasons discussed above, I (d) Subject adding the information in figure 1 to
certify that this AD: Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) paragraph (g)(4) of this AD to limit the use
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Code 8520, Reciprocating Engine Power of a windmilling restart to only an emergency
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, Section. procedure.
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![53806 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 207 / Thursday, October 25, 2018 / Rules and Regulations
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on Service Center, 2200 S 216th St., Des segment 3 miles each side of the 077°
October 19, 2018. Moines, WA 98198–6547; telephone bearing from the airport extending from
Karen M. Grant, (206) 231–2253. the 3-mile radius to 8.1 miles east of the
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: airport. This airspace area supports IFR
Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification operations at Hoonah Airport, and will
Service. Authority for This Rulemaking be unaffected by any proposed changes
[FR Doc. 2018–23186 Filed 10–24–18; 8:45 am] The FAA’s authority to issue rules that occurs at any other airport.
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P regarding aviation safety is found in
Title 49 of the United States Code. Regulatory Notices and Analyses
Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the The FAA has determined that this
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION authority of the FAA Administrator. regulation only involves an established
Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, body of technical regulations for which
Federal Aviation Administration describes in more detail the scope of the frequent and routine amendments are
agency’s authority. This rulemaking is necessary to keep them operationally
14 CFR Part 71 promulgated under the authority current, is non-controversial and
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0126; Airspace described in Subtitle VII, Part A, unlikely to result in adverse or negative
Docket No. 18–AAL–6] Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that comments. It, therefore: (1) Is not a
section, the FAA is charged with ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under
RIN 2120–AA66
prescribing regulations to assign the use Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a
Establishment of Class E Airspace; of airspace necessary to ensure the ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT
Hoonah, AK safety of aircraft and the efficient use of Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44
airspace. This regulation is within the FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3)
AGENCY: Federal Aviation scope of that authority as it establishes does not warrant preparation of a
Administration (FAA), DOT. Class E airspace at Hoonah Airport, regulatory evaluation as the anticipated
ACTION: Final rule. Hoonah, AK, in support of IFR impact is so minimal. Since this is a
operations at the airport. routine matter that will only affect air
SUMMARY: This action establishes Class
E airspace extending upward from 700 History traffic procedures and air navigation, it
feet above the surface, at Hoonah The FAA published a notice of is certified that this proposed rule,
Airport, Hoonah, AK, to accommodate proposed rulemaking in the Federal when promulgated, would not have a
area navigation (RNAV) procedures at Register (83 FR 19655; May 4, 2018) for significant economic impact on a
the airport for the safety and Docket No. FAA–2018–0126 to establish substantial number of small entities
management of instrument flight rules Class E airspace extending upward from under the criteria of the Regulatory
(IFR) operations within the National 700 feet above the surface at Hoonah Flexibility Act.
Airspace System. Airport, Hoonah, AK. Interested parties Environmental Review
DATES: Effective 0901 UTC March 28, were invited to participate in this
2019. The Director of the Federal rulemaking effort by submitting written The FAA has determined that this
Register approves this incorporation by comments on the proposal to the FAA. action qualifies for categorical exclusion
reference action under Title 1 Code of No comments were received. under the National Environmental
Federal Regulations part 51, subject to Class E airspace designations are Policy Act in accordance with FAA
the annual revision of FAA Order published in paragraph 6005 of FAA Order 1050.1F, ‘‘Environmental
7400.11 and publication of conforming Order 7400.11C, dated August 13, 2018, Impacts: Policies and Procedures,’’
amendments. and effective September 15, 2018, which paragraph 5–6.5a. This airspace action
is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR is not expected to cause any potentially
ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11C,
71.1. The Class E airspace designation significant environmental impacts, and
Airspace Designations and Reporting
listed in this document will be no extraordinary circumstances exist
Points, and subsequent amendments can
published subsequently in the Order. that warrant preparation of an
be viewed online at http://www.faa.gov/
environmental assessment.
air_traffic/publications/. For further Availability and Summary of
information, you can contact the Documents for Incorporation by List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71
Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation Reference
Administration, 800 Independence Airspace, Incorporation by reference,
This document amends FAA Order Navigation (air).
Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; 7400.11C, Airspace Designations and
telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is Reporting Points, dated August 13, Adoption of the Amendment
also available for inspection at the 2018, and effective September 15, 2018.
National Archives and Records FAA Order 7400.11C is publicly In consideration of the foregoing, the
Administration (NARA). For available as listed in the ADDRESSES Federal Aviation Administration
information on the availability of FAA section of this document. FAA Order amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows:
Order 7400.11C at NARA, call (202) 7400.11C lists Class A, B, C, D, and E
741–6030, or go to https:// PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A,
airspace areas, air traffic service routes,
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ B, C, D, AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR
and reporting points.
ibr-locations.html. TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND
FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace The Rule REPORTING POINTS
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Designations and Reporting Points, is The FAA is amending Title 14 Code
published yearly and effective on of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71 ■ 1. The authority citation for 14 CFR
September 15. by establishing Class E airspace part 71 continues to read as follows:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom extending upward from 700 feet above Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g); 40103,
Clark, Federal Aviation Administration, the surface within a 3-mile radius of 40113, 40120; E.O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR,
Operations Support Group, Western Hoonah Airport, Hoonah, AK, with a 1959–1963 Comp., p. 389.
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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 29, 2018. | |
| Contact | Barbara Caufield, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA, 01803; phone: 781-238-7146; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 53802 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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