83 FR 58199 - Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) Turbofan Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 223 (November 19, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 223 (November 19, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-24944 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 223 (Monday, November 19, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 58199-58201] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-24944] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0924; Product Identifier 2018-NE-34-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) PW4158 turbofan engines. This proposed AD was prompted by several reports of high cycle fatigue (HCF) cracks found in the fuel nozzle supply manifold. This proposed AD would require replacement of the affected fuel nozzles and fuel nozzle manifold supply assemblies with parts eligible for installation. This proposed AD would also require installation of new brackets and clamps on the fuel supply manifold assemblies. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by January 3, 2019. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Pratt & Whitney, 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT 06108; phone: 860-565-8770; fax: 860-565-4503. 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. 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- 0924; 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 NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647-5527) is listed above. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781- 238-7154; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2018-0924; Product Identifier 2018-NE-34-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this NPRM. Discussion We received several reports of HCF cracks found in the fuel nozzle supply manifold tube at the braze joint interface on PW PW4158 turbofan engines identified with suffix-3 on the Engine Data Plate, and equipped with the Talon IIB combustor chamber. The root cause of the cracks in the braze joint was attributed to thermal mechanical fatigue due to high thermal gradients on engines equipped with the Talon IIB combustor chamber. This condition, if not addressed, could result in engine fire, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed PW Service Bulletin (SB) PW4ENG 73-224, dated November 8, 2017. The SB describes procedures for replacing the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies with parts eligible for installation, and installing new brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifolds. 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. Other Related Service Information We reviewed PW SB PW4ENG 73-223, dated February 5, 2018. This SB describes procedures for replacing the fuel nozzles and fuel nozzle support assemblies with parts eligible for installation. FAA's Determination We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would require replacing the affected fuel nozzles and fuel nozzle manifold supply assemblies with parts eligible for installation. This proposed AD would also require installation of new brackets and clamps on the fuel supply manifold assemblies. [[Page 58200]] Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 114 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remove and replace (24) fuel 48 work-hours x $85 per $423,471.12 $427,551.12 $48,740,827.68 nozzles. hour = $4,080. Replace fuel supply manifold tubes 16 work-hours x $85 per 77,158.97 78,518.97 8,951,162.58 and install new clamps and hour = $1,360. brackets. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: (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. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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): Pratt & Whitney Division: Docket No. FAA-2018-0924; Product Identifier 2018-NE-34-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by January 3, 2019. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) PW4158 turbofan engines designated by a -3 on the Engine Data Plate and with Talon II outer combustion chamber assembly, part number (P/N) 51J228, installed. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7310, Engine Fuel Distribution. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by several reports of high cycle fatigue (HCF) cracks found in the fuel nozzle supply manifold tube at the braze joint interface. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the fuel nozzles. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in engine fire, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions No later than, the next engine shop visit after the effective date of this AD, do the following: (1) Remove the 24 fuel nozzles, part number (P/N) 51J344, and replace with P/N 51J397. (2) Replace the fuel nozzle manifold supply assemblies and install new brackets and clamps on the fuel supply manifolds in accordance with the ``For Engines Installed on Aircraft'' or ``For Engines Not Installed on Aircraft'' sections, as applicable, of the Accomplishment Instructions in PW Service Bulletin (SB) PW4ENG 73- 224, dated November 8, 2017. (h) Definitions For the purpose of this AD, an ``engine shop visit'' is the induction of an engine into the shop for maintenance involving the separation of pairs of major mating engine case flanges, except for the following situations, which do not constitute an engine shop visit: (1) Separation of engine flanges solely for the purposes of transportation of the engine without subsequent maintenance. (2) Separation of engine flanges solely for the purposes of replacing the fan or propulsor without subsequent maintenance. (i) 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 (j)(1) of this AD. [[Page 58201]] Information may be emailed 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. (j) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238- 7154; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. (2) For PW service information identified in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney, 400 Main St., East Hartford, CT 06108; phone: 860- 565-8770; fax: 860-565-4503. 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. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on November 9, 2018. Karen M. Grant, Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-24944 Filed 11-16-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(n) Related Information DATES: We must receive comments on We will post all comments we
(1) For more information about this AD, this proposed AD by January 3, 2019. receive, without change, to http://
contact Frank Carreras, Aerospace Engineer, ADDRESSES: You may send comments, www.regulations.gov, including any
Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, using the procedures found in 14 CFR personal information you provide. We
Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following will also post a report summarizing each
Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206– methods:
231–3539; email: frank.carreras@faa.gov.
substantive verbal contact we receive
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to about this NPRM.
(2) For information about AMOCs, contact
Jeffrey W. Palmer, Aerospace Engineer,
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments. Discussion
Systems and Equipment Section, FAA, Los
Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount • Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of We received several reports of HCF
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137;
phone: 562–627–5851; fax: 562–627–5210; Transportation, Docket Operations, M– cracks found in the fuel nozzle supply
email: jeffrey.w.palmer@faa.gov. 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room manifold tube at the braze joint interface
(3) For service information identified in W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, on PW PW4158 turbofan engines
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Washington, DC 20590. identified with suffix–3 on the Engine
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail Data Plate, and equipped with the Talon
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., address above between 9 a.m. and 5 IIB combustor chamber. The root cause
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600; p.m., Monday through Friday, except of the cracks in the braze joint was
telephone 562–797–1717; internet https:// Federal holidays.
www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this attributed to thermal mechanical fatigue
For service information identified in due to high thermal gradients on
referenced service information at the FAA,
Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South
this NPRM, contact Pratt & Whitney, engines equipped with the Talon IIB
216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT combustor chamber. This condition, if
on the availability of this material at the 06108; phone: 860–565–8770; fax: 860–
not addressed, could result in engine
FAA, call 206–231–3195. 565–4503. You may view this service
fire, damage to the engine, and damage
information at the FAA, Engine and
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on to the airplane.
November 7, 2018. Propeller Standards Branch, 1200
District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. Related Service Information Under 1
Chris Spangenberg,
For information on the availability of CFR Part 51
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, this material at the FAA, call 781–238–
Aircraft Certification Service.
7759. We reviewed PW Service Bulletin
[FR Doc. 2018–25001 Filed 11–16–18; 8:45 am]
(SB) PW4ENG 73–224, dated November
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Examining the AD Docket
8, 2017. The SB describes procedures
You may examine the AD docket on for replacing the fuel nozzle supply
the internet at http://www.regulations manifold assemblies with parts eligible
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION .gov by searching for and locating for installation, and installing new
Docket No. FAA–2018–0924; or in brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle
Federal Aviation Administration person at Docket Operations between 9 supply manifolds. This service
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
14 CFR Part 39 information is reasonably available
Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD
because the interested parties have
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0924; Product docket contains this NPRM, the
regulatory evaluation, any comments access to it through their normal course
Identifier 2018–NE–34–AD]
received, and other information. The of business or by the means identified
RIN 2120–AA64 address for Docket Operations (phone: in the ADDRESSES section.
800–647–5527) is listed above. Other Related Service Information
Airworthiness Directives; Pratt &
Comments will be available in the AD
Whitney Division (PW) Turbofan
docket shortly after receipt. We reviewed PW SB PW4ENG 73–
Engines
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 223, dated February 5, 2018. This SB
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO describes procedures for replacing the
Administration (FAA), DOT. Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, fuel nozzles and fuel nozzle support
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781– assemblies with parts eligible for
(NPRM). 238–7154; fax: 781–238–7199; email: installation.
scott.hopper@faa.gov.
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new FAA’s Determination
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain We are proposing this AD because we
Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) PW4158 Comments Invited
evaluated all the relevant information
turbofan engines. This proposed AD was We invite you to send any written and determined the unsafe condition
prompted by several reports of high relevant data, views, or arguments about
described previously is likely to exist or
cycle fatigue (HCF) cracks found in the this proposal. Send your comments to
develop in other products of the same
fuel nozzle supply manifold. This an address listed under the ADDRESSES
type design.
proposed AD would require section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
replacement of the affected fuel nozzles 2018–0924; Product Identifier 2018– Proposed AD Requirements
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and fuel nozzle manifold supply NE–34–AD’’ at the beginning of your
assemblies with parts eligible for comments. We specifically invite This proposed AD would require
installation. This proposed AD would comments on the overall regulatory, replacing the affected fuel nozzles and
also require installation of new brackets economic, environmental, and energy fuel nozzle manifold supply assemblies
and clamps on the fuel supply manifold aspects of this NPRM. We will consider with parts eligible for installation. This
assemblies. We are proposing this AD to all comments received by the closing proposed AD would also require
address the unsafe condition on these date and may amend this NPRM installation of new brackets and clamps
products. because of those comments. on the fuel supply manifold assemblies.
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Costs of Compliance We estimate the following costs to
We estimate that this proposed AD comply with this proposed AD:
affects 114 engines installed on
airplanes of U.S. registry.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Remove and replace (24) fuel nozzles ........ 48 work-hours × $85 per hour = $4,080 ...... $423,471.12 $427,551.12 $48,740,827.68
Replace fuel supply manifold tubes and in- 16 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,360 ...... 77,158.97 78,518.97 8,951,162.58
stall new clamps and brackets.
Authority for This Rulemaking (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (e) Unsafe Condition
Title 49 of the United States Code the DOT Regulatory Policies and This AD was prompted by several reports
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, of high cycle fatigue (HCF) cracks found in
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, 1979), the fuel nozzle supply manifold tube at the
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation braze joint interface. We are issuing this AD
section 106, describes the authority of
in Alaska, and to prevent failure of the fuel nozzles. The
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: unsafe condition, if not addressed, could
Aviation Programs, describes in more (4) Will not have a significant
result in engine fire, damage to the engine,
detail the scope of the Agency’s economic impact, positive or negative, and damage to the airplane.
authority. on a substantial number of small entities
We are issuing this rulemaking under under the criteria of the Regulatory (f) Compliance
the authority described in Subtitle VII, Flexibility Act. Comply with this AD within the
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: compliance times specified, unless already
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 done.
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (g) Required Actions
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in safety, Incorporation by reference,
No later than, the next engine shop visit
air commerce by prescribing regulations Safety.
after the effective date of this AD, do the
for practices, methods, and procedures The Proposed Amendment following:
the Administrator finds necessary for (1) Remove the 24 fuel nozzles, part
safety in air commerce. This regulation Accordingly, under the authority number (P/N) 51J344, and replace with P/N
is within the scope of that authority delegated to me by the Administrator, 51J397.
because it addresses an unsafe condition the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part (2) Replace the fuel nozzle manifold
that is likely to exist or develop on 39 as follows: supply assemblies and install new brackets
products identified in this rulemaking and clamps on the fuel supply manifolds in
action. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS accordance with the ‘‘For Engines Installed
This AD is issued in accordance with DIRECTIVES on Aircraft’’ or ‘‘For Engines Not Installed on
authority delegated by the Executive Aircraft’’ sections, as applicable, of the
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 Accomplishment Instructions in PW Service
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, Bulletin (SB) PW4ENG 73–224, dated
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. continues to read as follows:
November 8, 2017.
In accordance with that order, issuance Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
of ADs is normally a function of the (h) Definitions
§ 39.13 [Amended]
Compliance and Airworthiness For the purpose of this AD, an ‘‘engine
Division, but during this transition ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding shop visit’’ is the induction of an engine into
period, the Executive Director has the following new airworthiness the shop for maintenance involving the
delegated the authority to issue ADs directive (AD): separation of pairs of major mating engine
applicable to engines, propellers, and case flanges, except for the following
Pratt & Whitney Division: Docket No. FAA–
situations, which do not constitute an engine
associated appliances to the Manager, 2018–0924; Product Identifier 2018–NE–
shop visit:
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 34–AD.
(1) Separation of engine flanges solely for
Policy and Innovation Division. (a) Comments Due Date the purposes of transportation of the engine
Regulatory Findings We must receive comments by January 3, without subsequent maintenance.
2019. (2) Separation of engine flanges solely for
We determined that this proposed AD the purposes of replacing the fan or
would not have federalism implications (b) Affected ADs propulsor without subsequent maintenance.
under Executive Order 13132. This None. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
proposed AD would not have a
(c) Applicability (AMOCs)
substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney (1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has
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Division (PW) PW4158 turbofan engines the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD,
government and the States, or on the
designated by a –3 on the Engine Data Plate if requested using the procedures found in 14
distribution of power and CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
and with Talon II outer combustion chamber
responsibilities among the various assembly, part number (P/N) 51J228, send your request to your principal inspector
levels of government. installed. or local Flight Standards District Office, as
For the reasons discussed above, I appropriate. If sending information directly
certify this proposed regulation: (d) Subject to the manager of the certification office,
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) send it to the attention of the person
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, Code 7310, Engine Fuel Distribution. identified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
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Information may be emailed to: ANE-AD- security impacts. This advance notice of Committee and the Committee on
AMOC@faa.gov. proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) seeks Foreign Investment in the United States.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, public comment on criteria for In identifying emerging and
notify your appropriate principal inspector, identifying emerging technologies that foundational technologies, the process
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager must consider:
of the local flight standards district office/
are essential to U.S. national security,
for example because they have potential • The development of emerging and
certificate holding district office.
conventional weapons, intelligence foundational technologies in foreign
(j) Related Information collection, weapons of mass destruction, countries;
(1) For more information about this AD, or terrorist applications or could • The effect export controls may have
contact Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, provide the United States with a on the development of such
ECO Branch, FAA, Engine and Propeller qualitative military or intelligence technologies in the United States; and
Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, advantage. Comment on this ANPRM • The effectiveness of export controls
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238– on limiting the proliferation of emerging
7154; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
will help inform the interagency process
to identify and describe such emerging and foundational technologies in foreign
scott.hopper@faa.gov. countries.
(2) For PW service information identified technologies. This interagency process
To help inform this process, this
in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney, 400 is anticipated to result in proposed rules
advance notice of proposed rulemaking
Main St., East Hartford, CT 06108; phone: for new Export Control Classification
860–565–8770; fax: 860–565–4503. You may
(ANPRM) proposes several general areas
Numbers (ECCNs) on the CCL.
view this service information at the FAA, for public comment. Given the
DATES: Submit comments on or before challenges involved in identifying
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 1200
District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For December 19, 2018. emerging and foundational
information on the availability of this ADDRESSES: You may submit comments technologies, this ANPRM will help
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7759. through either of the following: Commerce and other agencies propose
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on • Federal eRulemaking Portal: http:// specific emerging technologies for
November 9, 2018. www.regulations.gov. The identification control.
Karen M. Grant, number for this rulemaking is BIS 2018– Once an emerging or foundational
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller 0024. technology has been identified, the Act
Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification • Address: By mail or delivery to authorizes Commerce to establish
Service. Regulatory Policy Division, Bureau of controls, including interim controls, on
[FR Doc. 2018–24944 Filed 11–16–18; 8:45 am] Industry and Security, U.S. Department the export, reexport, or transfer (in-
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P of Commerce, Room 2099B, 14th Street country) of that technology. In
and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, determining the appropriate level of
Washington, DC 20230. Refer to RIN export controls, the Department must
0694–AH61. consider the potential end-uses and
DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE end-users of the technology, and
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Bureau of Industry and Security Kirsten Mortimer, Office of National countries to which exports from the
Security and Technology Transfer United States are restricted (e.g.,
15 CFR Part 744 Controls, Bureau of Industry and embargoed countries). While Commerce
Security, Department of Commerce. has discretion to set the level of export
[Docket No. 180712626–8840–01]
Phone: (202) 482–0092; Fax (202) 482– controls, at a minimum it must require
3355; Email: Kirsten.Mortimer@ a license for the export of emerging and
RIN 0694–AH61
bis.doc.gov. foundational technologies to countries
Review of Controls for Certain subject to a U.S. embargo, including
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: those subject to an arms embargo.
Emerging Technologies
Background Responses to this ANPRM will help
AGENCY: Bureau of Industry and Commerce and other agencies identify
Security, Commerce. As part of the National Defense and assess emerging technologies for the
ACTION: Advance notice of proposed Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal purposes of updating the export control
rulemaking (ANPRM). Year 2019, Public Law No: 115–232, lists without impairing national security
Congress enacted the Export Control or hampering the ability of the U.S.
SUMMARY: The Bureau of Industry and Reform Act of 2018 (the Act or ECRA). commercial sector to keep pace with
Security (BIS) controls the export of Section 1758 of the Act authorizes international advances in emerging
dual-use and less sensitive military Commerce to establish appropriate fields.
items through the Export controls, including interim controls, on
Administration Regulations (EAR), the export, reexport, or transfer (in Emerging Technologies
including the Commerce Control List country) of emerging and foundational To assist BIS in identifying emerging
(CCL). As controls on exports of technologies. Under the Act, emerging technologies that are essential to the
technology are a key component of the and foundational technologies are those national security of the United States,
effort to protect sensitive U.S. essential to the national security of the this ANPRM seeks public comment on
technology, many sensitive technologies United States and are not described in criteria for defining and identifying
are listed on the CCL, often consistent Section 721(a)(6)(A)(i)–(v) of the emerging technologies. This ANPRM
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with the lists maintained by the Defense Production Act of 1950, as describes certain categories of
multilateral export control regimes of amended. Emerging and foundational technology that are currently subject to
which the United States is a member. technologies, in keeping with ECRA, the EAR but controlled only to
Certain technologies, however, may not will be determined by an interagency embargoed countries, countries
yet be listed on the CCL or controlled process that will consider both public designated as supporters of
multilaterally because they are emerging and classified information as well as international terrorism, and restricted
technologies. As such, they have not yet information from the Emerging end uses or end users. These categories
been evaluated for their national Technology Technical Advisory are a representative list of the
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| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by January 3, 2019. | |
| Contact | Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781- 238-7154; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 58199 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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