83 FR 54229 - Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Turbofan Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 209 (October 29, 2018)
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 209 (Monday, October 29, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 54229-54232] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-23526] ======================================================================== Rules and Regulations Federal Register ________________________________________________________________________ This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by the Superintendent of Documents. ======================================================================== Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 209 / Monday, October 29, 2018 / Rules and Regulations [[Page 54229]] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-1206; Product Identifier 2017-NE-42-AD; Amendment 39-19479; AD 2018-22-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Pratt & Whitney (PW) PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040 turbofan engines. This AD was prompted by an uncommanded high thrust event that occurred during approach on January 16, 2016, and during landing on April 6, 2016. This AD requires removal of the metering valve pilot valve (MVPV) within certain fuel control units (FCUs) and the MVPV's replacement with a part eligible for installation. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective December 3, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of December 3, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Pratt & Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East Hartford, CT 06118; phone: 800-565-0140; fax: 860-565-5442. 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-2017-1206. 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- 1206; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647- 5527) is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kevin M. Clark, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7088; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. 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 PW PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040 turbofan engines. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 11, 2018 (83 FR 15519). The NPRM was prompted by reports of an uncommanded high thrust event that occurred during approach on January 16, 2016, and during landing on April 6, 2016, due to loosening of the MVPV end cap. These uncommanded events were associated with improper maintenance on the MVPV within certain FCUs. The NPRM proposed to require removal of the MVPV for certain FCUs. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Request To Disallow Repairs PW and the Boeing Company (Boeing) requested that we remove the allowance in this AD for the repair of the MVPV. The commenters noted that repairs cannot preclude damage to the valve, which could lead to future Loss of Thrust Control (LOTC) events. We disagree because the repairs allowed by this AD will have a tamper proof feature to secure the end plugs. This feature will preclude the end plug from loosening in service. We did not change this AD. Request To Increase Number of Affected Engines PW requested that we revise the number of affected engines in costs of compliance section of this AD from 212 to 253. PW noted that there are 253 FCU serial numbers listed in Table 1 of PW Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017. We disagree. Although Table 1 lists 253 affected engines, our cost estimate refers to engines installed on U.S. registered airplanes. Our estimate of this number is 212 engines. We did not change this AD. Request To Increase Cost Estimate for Parts PW and Delta Air Lines (Delta) requested that we change the estimated parts cost to $25,482 per engine. The commenters indicated that $25,482 is the cost of a new MVPV. We partially agree. We revised the Costs of Compliance section of this AD to estimate $25,482 as the cost of a new MVPV. We expect, however, that certain operators will have the MVPV repaired, so we are also are also including an estimate for the cost of a repaired part. Request To Allow Any Repair to MVPV Delta requested that we allow any FAA-approved repair to the MVPV for compliance with this AD. Delta explained that the PW MVPV does not have a tamper proof feature so the repair should not require it. We disagree. The tamper proof feature on the end plugs ensures that the repair includes tightened end plugs and prevents future tampering or loosening during regular maintenance. The manufacturer's design does not have this tamper proof feature because no loose end plugs were found on original manufacturer parts. We did not change this AD. Request To Explain Tamper Proof Feature on MVPV Delta, United Airlines, and MTU Maintenance Hannover GmbH (MTU) [[Page 54230]] requested that we explain the ``tamper proof feature'' on the end plug or reference a specific repair. The commenters explained that this feature can be confusing to operators who are not familiar with the history of repairs on this part. For example, Delta commented that this language could be understood to refer to valves repaired per a process that retains the end plugs using epoxy alone as being sufficient. We partially agree. We agree that operators without experience with this feature may be confused. We expanded the definition of a part eligible for installation to clarify the meaning of a ``tamper proof feature.'' We disagree with referencing a specific repair because we don't want to preclude future repairs that may be developed. Request To Reference UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin (SB) Delta requested that we reference the UTC Aerospace Systems SB JFC104-1-73-58 in addition to PW ASB PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017, in this AD. Delta noted that additional instructions for replacement of the MVPV are in the UTC Aerospace Systems SB. We disagree because the reference in this AD to the PW ASB PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017, is only to include the FCU Serial Number List. We did not change this AD. Request To Revise Table Reference Delta and MTU requested that we change a reference to ``Table 1'' in this AD. The commenters noted that PW ASB PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017, does not refer to the list of FCU serial numbers as ``Table 1.'' We agree. Although the PW ASB references ``Table 1'' in several places, the list of FCU serial numbers is not clearly labeled in the ASB as ``Table 1.'' We revised the reference to ``Table 1'' in the Applicability section of this AD to ``FCU Serial Number List'' to better match the service information.'' Request To Revise Reference to ``Overhaul'' Delta and MTU requested that we change the reference in this AD to ``FCU overhaul.'' The commenters indicated that this term is not standard wording. We agree because the term ``overhaul'' can be confused with other types of maintenance. We changed the reference in this AD from ``FCU Overhaul'' to ``FCU shop visit'' to better match standard wording used in ADs. Request To Revise Part Eligible for Installation Delta and Fedex Express requested that we clarify the definition of a part eligible for installation from a ``zero time MVPV.'' Delta noted that there is no specification whether this refers to total time since manufacture or total time since completion of a certain level of maintenance. Fedex Express suggested we use the term ``zero time from new MVPV.'' We agree. We revised this AD to clarify that the definition of a part eligible for installation refers to a ``zero time since new MVPV'' to add clarity. Request To Add Marking Requirement Delta and MTU requested that we add a requirement in this AD to mark the data plate of any FCU to show it has complied with this AD. The commenters indicated that this would assist with tracking because there is no physical way to tell if operators have complied with the AD. We disagree. It is up to the operators how to record compliance with this AD. We do not want to dictate only one method of recording compliance. Request To Revise Installation Prohibition PW requested that we revise the installation prohibition in this AD to allow any MVPV that is eligible for installation to be installed. PW indicated that the language in the NPRM implies that only repaired MVPVs can be installed. We disagree because if the MVPV is one of the suspect units being removed from the FCU by the AD, then it is not a zero time since new MVPV. An MVPV that is removed per the requirements of this AD must be repaired with a tamper proof feature on the end plugs before it can be reinstalled. The installation prohibition paragraph does not prevent operators from installing a zero time since new MVPV. Request To Clarify Compliance Time MTU requested that we clarify the compliance time in this AD as no compliance time is stated. We disagree because the compliance time is at the next FCU shop visit after the effective date of this AD, which is stated in the required action paragraph. We did not change this AD. Request To Reinstall a Part After Inspection MTU asked to be allowed to reinstall a part after it has been inspected but not repaired. We disagree because the FCU's listed in the applicability cannot be inspected for a loose end plug without damaging the epoxy or end plugs. Once the end plug or epoxy is damaged, it must be replaced with a new MVPV or repaired properly with a tamper proof feature on the end plugs. We did not change this AD. Support for This AD The Air Line Pilots Association expressed support for this AD as written. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule with the changes described previously and 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. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final rule. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed PW ASB PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017. The ASB provides a list of affected FCUs. 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 212 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. We are estimating that the MVPV will be replaced with a new part on 106 engines and replaced with a repaired part on the remaining 106 engines. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: [[Page 54231]] Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replace MVPV with repaired part................. $0 $6,490 $6,490 $687,940 Replace MVPV with new part...................... 0 25,482 25,482 2,701,092 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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): 2018-22-06 Pratt & Whitney: Amendment 39-19479; Docket No. FAA-2017- 1206; Product Identifier 2017-NE-42-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective December 3, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all Pratt & Whitney (PW) PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040 turbofan engines with JFC104-1 fuel control units (FCUs) with serial numbers listed in the Accomplishment Instructions, FCU Serial Number List, of PW Alert Service Bulletin PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7321, Fuel Control/ Turbine Engines. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by an uncommanded high thrust event that occurred during approach on January 16, 2016, and during landing on April 6, 2016. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the metering valve pilot valve (MVPV) end cap to remain taut, causing uncommanded higher fuel flow to the engine. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in failure of the FCU, 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 Remove from service the MVPV from the FCU at the next FCU shop visit after the effective date of the AD and replace the MVPV with a part eligible for installation. (h) Definitions (1) For the purpose of this AD, an FCU shop visit is defined as the removal of the FCU from the engine and induction of the FCU into a FCU shop that can perform these procedures regardless of the scheduled maintenance action or the reason for the FCU removal. (2) For the purpose of this AD, a part eligible for installation is one of the following: (i) A zero time since new MVPV, or (ii) An MVPV repaired by a method approved by FAA that includes an end plug with tamper proof features. A tamper proof feature is a feature that goes beyond the original equipment manufacturer design of only using epoxy retention and threads to prevent end cap maintenance tampering and loosening. (i) Installation Prohibition After the effective date of this AD, do not install any MVPV removed in accordance with paragraph (g) unless it meets the definition of a part eligible for installation per paragraph (h)(2) of this AD. (j) 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 certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l) of this AD. You may email your request to: [email protected]. (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. (k) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Kevin M. Clark, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7088; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. [[Page 54232]] (l) 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) Pratt & Whitney (PW) Alert Service Bulletin PW2000 A73-172, dated October 16, 2017. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For PW service information identified in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East Hartford, CT 06118; phone: 800-565-0140; fax: 860-565-5442. (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. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on October 23, 2018. Robert J. Ganley, Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-23526 Filed 10-26-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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contains regulatory documents having general 1206. which could lead to future Loss of
applicability and legal effect, most of which Thrust Control (LOTC) events.
are keyed to and codified in the Code of Examining the AD Docket We disagree because the repairs
Federal Regulations, which is published under You may examine the AD docket on allowed by this AD will have a tamper
50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. the internet at http:// proof feature to secure the end plugs.
The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by www.regulations.gov by searching for This feature will preclude the end plug
the Superintendent of Documents. and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– from loosening in service. We did not
1206; or in person at Docket Operations change this AD.
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Request To Increase Number of
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Affected Engines
The AD docket contains this final rule,
Federal Aviation Administration the regulatory evaluation, any PW requested that we revise the
comments received, and other number of affected engines in costs of
14 CFR Part 39 information. The address for Docket compliance section of this AD from 212
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is to 253. PW noted that there are 253 FCU
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1206; Product U.S. Department of Transportation, serial numbers listed in Table 1 of PW
Identifier 2017–NE–42–AD; Amendment 39– Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW2000
19479; AD 2018–22–06]
Docket Operations, M–30, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, A73–172, dated October 16, 2017.
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, We disagree. Although Table 1 lists
RIN 2120–AA64 253 affected engines, our cost estimate
Washington, DC 20590.
Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
refers to engines installed on U.S.
Whitney Turbofan Engines Kevin M. Clark, Aerospace Engineer, registered airplanes. Our estimate of this
ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District number is 212 engines. We did not
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: change this AD.
Administration (FAA), DOT. 781–238–7088; fax: 781–238–7199; Request To Increase Cost Estimate for
ACTION: Final rule. email: Kevin.M.Clark@faa.gov. Parts
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: PW and Delta Air Lines (Delta)
airworthiness directive (AD) for all Pratt Discussion requested that we change the estimated
& Whitney (PW) PW2037, PW2037M, parts cost to $25,482 per engine. The
and PW2040 turbofan engines. This AD We issued a notice of proposed commenters indicated that $25,482 is
was prompted by an uncommanded rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR the cost of a new MVPV.
high thrust event that occurred during part 39 by adding an AD that would We partially agree. We revised the
approach on January 16, 2016, and apply to all PW PW2037, PW2037M, Costs of Compliance section of this AD
during landing on April 6, 2016. This and PW2040 turbofan engines. The to estimate $25,482 as the cost of a new
AD requires removal of the metering NPRM published in the Federal MVPV. We expect, however, that certain
valve pilot valve (MVPV) within certain Register on April 11, 2018 (83 FR operators will have the MVPV repaired,
fuel control units (FCUs) and the 15519). The NPRM was prompted by so we are also are also including an
MVPV’s replacement with a part eligible reports of an uncommanded high thrust estimate for the cost of a repaired part.
for installation. We are issuing this AD event that occurred during approach on
January 16, 2016, and during landing on Request To Allow Any Repair to MVPV
to address the unsafe condition on these
products. April 6, 2016, due to loosening of the Delta requested that we allow any
MVPV end cap. These uncommanded FAA-approved repair to the MVPV for
DATES: This AD is effective December 3,
events were associated with improper compliance with this AD. Delta
2018. maintenance on the MVPV within explained that the PW MVPV does not
The Director of the Federal Register certain FCUs. The NPRM proposed to have a tamper proof feature so the repair
approved the incorporation by reference require removal of the MVPV for certain should not require it.
of a certain publication listed in this AD FCUs. We are issuing this AD to address We disagree. The tamper proof feature
as of December 3, 2018. the unsafe condition on these products. on the end plugs ensures that the repair
ADDRESSES: For service information includes tightened end plugs and
identified in this final rule, contact Pratt Comments
prevents future tampering or loosening
& Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East We gave the public the opportunity to during regular maintenance. The
Hartford, CT 06118; phone: 800–565– participate in developing this final rule. manufacturer’s design does not have
0140; fax: 860–565–5442. You may view The following presents the comments this tamper proof feature because no
this service information at the FAA, received on the NPRM and the FAA’s loose end plugs were found on original
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, response to each comment. manufacturer parts. We did not change
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA this AD.
01803. For information on the Request To Disallow Repairs
availability of this material at the FAA, PW and the Boeing Company (Boeing) Request To Explain Tamper Proof
call 781–238–7759. It is also available requested that we remove the allowance Feature on MVPV
on the internet at http:// in this AD for the repair of the MVPV. Delta, United Airlines, and MTU
www.regulations.gov by searching for The commenters noted that repairs Maintenance Hannover GmbH (MTU)
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ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Replace MVPV with repaired part ................................................................... $0 $6,490 $6,490 $687,940
Replace MVPV with new part .......................................................................... 0 25,482 25,482 2,701,092
Authority for This Rulemaking on a substantial number of small entities (f) Compliance
Title 49 of the United States Code under the criteria of the Regulatory Comply with this AD within the
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Flexibility Act. compliance times specified, unless already
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, done.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
section 106, describes the authority of (g) Required Actions
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Remove from service the MVPV from the
Aviation Programs, describes in more safety, Incorporation by reference, FCU at the next FCU shop visit after the
detail the scope of the Agency’s Safety. effective date of the AD and replace the
authority. MVPV with a part eligible for installation.
We are issuing this rulemaking under Adoption of the Amendment
(h) Definitions
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Accordingly, under the authority
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: (1) For the purpose of this AD, an FCU
delegated to me by the Administrator, shop visit is defined as the removal of the
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as FCU from the engine and induction of the
section, Congress charges the FAA with follows: FCU into a FCU shop that can perform these
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in procedures regardless of the scheduled
air commerce by prescribing regulations PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS maintenance action or the reason for the FCU
for practices, methods, and procedures DIRECTIVES removal.
the Administrator finds necessary for (2) For the purpose of this AD, a part
safety in air commerce. This regulation ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 eligible for installation is one of the
is within the scope of that authority continues to read as follows: following:
because it addresses an unsafe condition (i) A zero time since new MVPV, or
that is likely to exist or develop on Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. (ii) An MVPV repaired by a method
products identified in this rulemaking approved by FAA that includes an end plug
§ 39.13 [Amended] with tamper proof features. A tamper proof
action.
feature is a feature that goes beyond the
This AD is issued in accordance with ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding original equipment manufacturer design of
authority delegated by the Executive the following new airworthiness only using epoxy retention and threads to
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, directive (AD): prevent end cap maintenance tampering and
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. 2018–22–06 Pratt & Whitney: Amendment loosening.
In accordance with that order, issuance 39–19479; Docket No. FAA–2017–1206;
of ADs is normally a function of the (i) Installation Prohibition
Product Identifier 2017–NE–42–AD.
Compliance and Airworthiness After the effective date of this AD, do not
Division, but during this transition (a) Effective Date install any MVPV removed in accordance
period, the Executive Director has This AD is effective December 3, 2018. with paragraph (g) unless it meets the
definition of a part eligible for installation
delegated the authority to issue ADs (b) Affected ADs per paragraph (h)(2) of this AD.
applicable to engines, propellers, and
associated appliances to the Manager, None. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, (c) Applicability (AMOCs)
Policy and Innovation Division. This AD applies to all Pratt & Whitney (1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has
the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD,
Regulatory Findings (PW) PW2037, PW2037M, and PW2040
if requested using the procedures found in 14
turbofan engines with JFC104–1 fuel control
This AD will not have federalism CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
units (FCUs) with serial numbers listed in the
implications under Executive Order send your request to your principal inspector
Accomplishment Instructions, FCU Serial
13132. This AD will not have a or local Flight Standards District Office, as
Number List, of PW Alert Service Bulletin appropriate. If sending information directly
substantial direct effect on the States, on PW2000 A73–172, dated October 16, 2017. to the manager of the certification office,
the relationship between the national send it to the attention of the person
(d) Subject
government and the States, or on the identified in paragraph (l) of this AD. You
distribution of power and Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@
responsibilities among the various Code 7321, Fuel Control/Turbine Engines. faa.gov.
levels of government. (e) Unsafe Condition (2) Before using any approved AMOC,
For the reasons discussed above, I notify your appropriate principal inspector,
This AD was prompted by an or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
certify that this AD: uncommanded high thrust event that
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory of the local flight standards district office/
occurred during approach on January 16, certificate holding district office.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, 2016, and during landing on April 6, 2016.
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
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We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of (k) Related Information
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures the metering valve pilot valve (MVPV) end For more information about this AD,
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), cap to remain taut, causing uncommanded contact Kevin M. Clark, Aerospace Engineer,
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation higher fuel flow to the engine. The unsafe ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
in Alaska, and condition, if not addressed, could result in Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
(4) Will not have a significant failure of the FCU, loss of engine thrust 7088; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
economic impact, positive or negative, control and reduced control of the airplane. Kevin.M.Clark@faa.gov.
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(l) Material Incorporated by Reference DATES: Effective 0901 UTC, January 3, extending upward from 700 feet above
(1) The Director of the Federal Register 2019. The Director of the Federal the surface, at Aurora State Airport,
approved the incorporation by reference Register approves this incorporation by Aurora, OR. Interested parties were
(IBR) of the service information listed in this reference action under Title 1, Code of invited to participate in this rulemaking
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Federal Regulations, part 51, subject to effort by submitting written comments
part 51. the annual revision of FAA Order on the proposal to the FAA. Twenty-six
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by 7400.11 and publication of conforming comments were received, all in support
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. amendments. of the changes.
(i) Pratt & Whitney (PW) Alert Service ADDRESSES: FAA Order 7400.11C, Class E airspace designations are
Bulletin PW2000 A73–172, dated October 16, Airspace Designations and Reporting published in paragraph 6005 of FAA
2017. Points, and subsequent amendments can Order 7400.11C, dated August 13, 2018,
(ii) [Reserved]
be viewed online at http://www.faa.gov/ and effective September 15, 2018, which
(3) For PW service information identified is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney Division, air_traffic/publications/. For further
information, you can contact the 71.1. The Class E airspace designation
400 Main St., East Hartford, CT 06118; listed in this document will be
phone: 800–565–0140; fax: 860–565–5442. Airspace Policy Group, Federal Aviation
(4) You may view this service information Administration, 800 Independence published subsequently in the Order.
at FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; Availability and Summary of
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, telephone: (202) 267–8783. The Order is Documents for Incorporation by
MA 01803. For information on the also available for inspection at the
availability of this material at the FAA, call
Reference
781–238–7759. National Archives and Records This document amends FAA Order
(5) You may view this service information Administration (NARA). 7400.11C, Airspace Designations and
that is incorporated by reference at the For information on the availability of Reporting Points, dated August 13,
National Archives and Records this material at NARA, call (202) 741– 2018, and effective September 15, 2018.
Administration (NARA). For information on 6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/ FAA Order 7400.11C is publicly
the availability of this material at NARA, call federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// available as listed in the ADDRESSES
FAA Order 7400.11, Airspace section of this document. FAA Order
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- Designations and Reporting Points, is
locations.html. 7400.11C lists Class A, B, C, D, and E
published yearly and effective on airspace areas, air traffic service routes,
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on September 15.
October 23, 2018. and reporting points.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Robert J. Ganley, The Rule
Richard Farnsworth, Federal Aviation
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Administration, Operations Support This amendment to Title 14, Code of
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
Group, Western Service Center, 2200 S Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 71
[FR Doc. 2018–23526 Filed 10–26–18; 8:45 am]
216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198– modifies Class D airspace, Class E
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 6547; telephone (206) 231–2244. surface area airspace, and Class E
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: airspace extending upward from 700
feet above the surface at Aurora State
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Authority for This Rulemaking Airport, Aurora, OR.
Federal Aviation Administration The FAA’s authority to issue rules Class D airspace is modified to a 4-
regarding aviation safety is found in mile radius of the airport, and within
14 CFR Part 71 Title 49 of the United States Code. 1.8 miles each side of the 007° bearing
Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the from the airport extending from the 4-
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1034; Airspace authority of the FAA Administrator. mile radius to 5.1 miles north of the
Docket No. 17–ANM–23] airport (from a 4.2-mile radius of the
Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
RIN 2120–AA66 describes in more detail the scope of the airport from the 64° bearing from the
agency’s authority. This rulemaking is airport clockwise to the 142° bearing,
Amendment of Class D and Class E promulgated under the authority extending to a 5-mile radius from the
Airspace; Aurora, OR described in Subtitle VII, Part A, 142° bearing clockwise to the 64°
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that bearing from the airport). Two excluded
Administration (FAA), DOT. section, the FAA is charged with area cutouts for Lenhardt Airpark and
prescribing regulations to assign the use McGee Airport, respectively, (both
ACTION: Final rule.
of airspace necessary to ensure the nearby satellite general aviation
SUMMARY: This action modifies the Class safety of aircraft and the efficient use of airports) are modified by excluding that
D airspace, Class E surface area airspace, airspace. This regulation is within the airspace below 1,500 feet MSL within
and Class E airspace extending upward scope of that authority as it modifies the area bounded by lat. 45°11′51″ N,
from 700 feet above the surface, at Class D airspace, Class E surface area long. 122°45′45″ W; to lat. 45°12′50″ N,
Aurora State Airport, Aurora, OR. airspace, and Class E airspace extending long. 122°44′34″ W; to the point where
Additionally, an editorial change upward from 700 feet above the surface, the 142° bearing from the airport
removes the city associated with the at Aurora State Airport, Aurora, OR, to intersects the 4-mile radius of the
airport name in the airspace support IFR operations at this airport. airport, thence clockwise along the
designations, and replaces the outdated airport 4-mile radius to the 174° bearing
term Airport/Facility Directory with History from the airport, thence to the point of
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
Chart Supplement in Class D airspace. The FAA published a notice of beginning; and excluding that airspace
These changes are necessary to proposed rulemaking in the Federal below 1,500 feet MSL within the area
accommodate airspace redesign for the Register (83 FR 7428; February 21, bounded by lat. 45°15′37″ N, long.
safety and management of instrument 2018) for Docket No. FAA–2017–1034 to 122°51′14″ W; to the point where the
flight rules (IFR) operations within the modify Class D airspace, Class E surface 235° bearing from the airport intersects
National Airspace System. area airspace, and Class E airspace the 4-mile radius of the airport, thence
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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 December 3, 2018. | |
| Contact | Kevin M. Clark, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7088; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 54229 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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