83 FR 59285 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 226 (November 23, 2018)

Page Range		59285-59288
FR Document		2018-25387
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by defects found during production tests of ram air turbine (RAT) units; investigation revealed that the defects were due to certain RAT hydraulic pumps having an alternative manufacturing process of the pump pistons. This AD requires replacing any defective RAT hydraulic pump with a serviceable part and re- identifying the RAT module part number. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2018-0764; Product Identifier 2018-NM-074-AD; Amendment 
39-19502; AD 2018-23-15]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330-200 
and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series 
airplanes. This AD was prompted by defects found during production 
tests of ram air turbine (RAT) units; investigation revealed that the 
defects were due to certain RAT hydraulic pumps having an alternative 
manufacturing process of the pump pistons. This AD requires replacing 
any defective RAT hydraulic pump with a serviceable part and re-
identifying the RAT module part number. We are issuing this AD to 
address the unsafe condition on these products.

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DATES: This AD is effective December 28, 2018.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of December 28, 
2018.

ADDRESSES: For Airbus SAS service information identified in this final 
rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, Rond-Point Emile 
Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 
96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; 
internet http://www.airbus.com. For UTC Aerospace service information 
identified in this final rule, contact UTC Aerospace Systems Goodrich 
Corporation, Actuation Systems, Stafford Road, Fordhouses, 
Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV10 7EH, England; phone: +44 (0) 1902 
624644938; fax: +44 (0) 1902 788100624947; email: 
[email protected]; internet: https://www.customers.utcaerospacesystems.com. You may view this service 
information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th 
St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this 
material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the 
internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating 
Docket No. FAA-2018-0764.

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-
0764; 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax: 206-231-3229.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Airbus SAS Model A330-
200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330-200 and -300 series 
airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. The NPRM 
published in the Federal Register on August 31, 2018 (83 FR 44514). The 
NPRM was prompted by defects found during production tests of RAT 
units; investigation revealed that the defects were due to certain RAT 
hydraulic pumps having an alternative manufacturing process of the pump 
pistons. The NPRM proposed to require replacing any defective RAT 
hydraulic pump with a serviceable part and re-identifying the RAT 
module part number. We are issuing this AD to address low performance 
of the pump, which, following a total engine flame-out, or during a 
total loss of normal electrical power generation, could result in 
reduced control of the airplane.
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 
2018-0062, dated March 20, 2018 (referred to after this as the 
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to 
correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter 
series airplanes, Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model 
A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. The MCAI states:

    Four A330 RAT units were returned to the supplier due to low 
discharge pressure. These defects were detected during Airbus 
production tests. Subsequent investigations by the RAT manufacturer 
UTAS (formerly Hamilton Sundstrand) revealed that some RAT hydraulic 
pumps, [part number] P/N 5916430, were involved in an alternative 
manufacturing process of the pump pistons. This resulted in form 
deviations (rough surface finish and sharp edges), which caused 
excessive wear and damage to the bore where the pistons moved.
    This condition, if not corrected, could lead to low performance 
of the pump, possibly resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane, 
particularly if occurring following a total engine flame out, or 
during a total loss of normal electrical power generation.
    To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus published 
[Service Bulletin] SB A330-29-3130 and SB A340-29-4098, providing 
instructions for identification and replacement of the affected 
parts.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires 
replacement of the affected parts. This [EASA] AD also requires re-
identification of the RAT module.

    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0764.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this final rule. We have considered the comment received. The Air Line 
Pilots Association, International indicated its support for the NPRM.

New Service Information

    We received UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-22, 
Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018. We referred to UTC Aerospace Systems 
Service Bulletins ERPS06M-29-22, dated March 17, 2017; and Revision 1, 
dated June 27, 2017; as the appropriate sources of service information 
for identifying certain affected serial numbers and parts therein. 
Revision 2 of the service information adds Hamilton Sundstrand and 
Parker hydraulic pump part number (P/N) 5917648 (Parker P/N 4207905) 
and alternate Hamilton Sundstrand and Parker hydraulic pump P/N 5916485 
(Parker P/N 4207903) to table 3 and table 6 for clarification.
    We have added UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-22, 
Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018, to the Related Service Information 
under 1 CFR part 51 section of this AD as an appropriate source of 
service information. We have also added Revision 2 of the service 
information to the definitions specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this 
AD.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and 
determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting 
this final rule with the change 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

    Airbus SAS has issued Service Bulletins A330-29-3130 and A340-29-
4098, both dated May 3, 2017. This service information describes 
procedures for replacing any affected RAT hydraulic pump with a 
serviceable part and re-identifying the RAT module part number. These 
documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models.

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    UTC Aerospace Systems has issued Service Bulletins ERPS06M-29-22, 
dated March 17, 2017; Revision 1, dated June 27, 2017; and Revision 2, 
dated May 24, 2018. This service information identifies affected part 
and serial numbers for the RAT hydraulic pump. These documents are 
distinct since each one applies to different hydraulic pump part 
numbers.
    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 103 airplanes of U.S. registry. We 
estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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               Labor cost                   Parts cost         Cost per product         Cost on U.S. operators
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Up to 14 work-hours x $85 per hour = Up              $0   Up to $1,190..............  Up to $122,570.
 to $1,190.
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Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the 
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by 
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is 
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but 
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the 
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and 
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.

Regulatory Findings

    This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, 
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866,
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies 
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
    (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

0
2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

2018-23-15 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-19502; Docket No. FAA-2018-0764; 
Product Identifier 2018-NM-074-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective December 28, 2018.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD affects AD 2016-14-01, Amendment 39-18582 (81 FR 44983, 
July 12, 2016; corrected August 16, 2016 (81 FR 51097, August 3, 
2016)) (``AD 2016-14-01'').

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs 
(c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), (c)(4), and (c)(5) of this AD, certificated 
in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
    (1) Airbus SAS Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes.
    (2) Airbus SAS Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 
airplanes.
    (3) Airbus SAS Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -
341, -342, and -343 airplanes.
    (4) Airbus SAS Model A340-211, -212, -213 airplanes.
    (5) Airbus SAS Model A340-311, -312, and -313 airplanes.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 29, Hydraulic 
Power.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by defects found during production tests of 
ram air turbine (RAT) units; investigation revealed that the defects 
were due to certain RAT hydraulic pumps having an alternative 
manufacturing process of the pump pistons. We are issuing this AD to 
prevent low performance of the pump, which, following a total engine 
flame-out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power 
generation, could result in reduced control of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Definitions for This AD

    (1) An affected part is a RAT hydraulic pump having part number 
(P/N) 5916430 and a serial number identified in UTC Aerospace 
Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-22, dated March 17, 2017; 
Revision 1, dated June 27, 2017; or Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018.
    (2) A serviceable part is a RAT hydraulic pump identified as 
acceptable in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3130 or A340-29-4098, 
both dated May 3, 2017, as applicable.
    (3) Group 1 airplanes are airplanes on which an affected part is 
installed.
    (4) Group 2 airplanes are airplanes on which no affected part is 
installed. A Model A330 airplane on which Airbus SAS Modification 
206604 has been embodied in production is a Group 2 airplane, 
provided that the airplane remains in that configuration.

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(h) Replacement and Re-identification for Group 1 Airplanes

    (1) Within 18 months after the effective date of this AD, 
replace any affected RAT hydraulic pump with a serviceable part, in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service 
Bulletin A330-29-3130 or A340-29-4098, both dated May 3, 2017, as 
applicable.
    (2) Concurrently with the replacement required by paragraph 
(h)(1) of this AD, re-identify the part number of the RAT module, in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service 
Bulletin A330-29-3130 or A340-29-4098, both dated May 3, 2017, as 
applicable.

    Note 1 to paragraph (h)(2) of this AD: Airbus Service Bulletins 
A330-29-3130 and A340-29-4098, both dated May 3, 2017, provide 
guidance for re-identification of the part numbers of the RAT 
hydraulic pumps that are not affected, and the part numbers of the 
RAT modules that are not equipped with an affected hydraulic pump.

(i) Compliance With AD 2016-14-01

    After re-identification of a RAT module on an airplane, as 
required by paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, the airplane remains 
compliant with the RAT module re-identification requirements of AD 
2016-14-01 for that airplane.

(j) Parts Installation Prohibition

    (1) For Group 1 airplanes: After replacement of any affected RAT 
hydraulic pump as required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, do not 
install any affected RAT hydraulic pump.
    (2) For Group 2 airplanes: As of the effective date of this AD, 
do not install any affected RAT hydraulic pump.

(k) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the 
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the 
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, 
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight 
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information 
directly to the International Branch, send it to the attention of 
the person identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. Information 
may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any 
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or 
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight 
standards district office/certificate holding district office.
    (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD 
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be 
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International 
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or The European Aviation 
Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS's EASA Design Organization 
Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include 
the DOA-authorized signature.

(l) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) EASA AD 2018-0062, dated March 20, 2018, for related 
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet 
at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket 
No. FAA-2018-0764.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir 
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport 
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; 
telephone and fax: 206-231-3229.

(m) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed 
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3130, dated May 3, 2017.
    (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4098, dated May 3, 2017.
    (iii) UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-22, 
dated March 17, 2017.
    (iv) UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-22, 
Revision 1, dated June 27, 2017.
    (v) UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-22, 
Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018.
    (3) For Airbus SAS service information identified in this AD, 
contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, Rond-Point Emile 
Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 
36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email [email protected]; 
internet http://www.airbus.com.
    (4) For UTC Aerospace service information identified in this 
final rule, contact UTC Aerospace Systems Goodrich Corporation, 
Actuation Systems, Stafford Road, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, West 
Midlands WV10 7EH, England; phone: +44 (0) 1902 624644938; fax: +44 
(0) 1902 788100624947; email: [email protected]; 
internet: https://www.customers.utcaerospacesystems.com.
    (5) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport 
Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For 
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 
206-231-3195.
    (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated 
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration 
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at 
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on November 8, 2018.
Chris Spangenberg,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
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(t) No Terminating Action for Repetitive if any service information contains 5 61 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@
Inspections in This AD procedures or tests that are identified as RC, airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com.
Accomplishment on an airplane of the one- those procedures and tests must be done to (4) For United Technologies Corporation
time inspection and replacement, as comply with this AD; any procedures or tests Aerospace Systems service information
applicable, specified in paragraph (k) of this that are not identified as RC are identified in this AD, contact United
AD and the modifications specified in recommended. Those procedures and tests Technologies Corporation Aerospace
paragraphs (m)(1), (m)(2), and (n) of this AD, that are not identified as RC may be deviated Systems: Goodrich Corporation, Actuation
as applicable, do not constitute terminating from using accepted methods in accordance Systems, Stafford Road, Fordhouses,
action for the repetitive inspections required with the operator’s maintenance or Wolverhampton WV10 7EH, England; phone:
by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD for that inspection program without obtaining +44 (0) 1902 624938; fax: +44 (0) 1902
airplane. approval of an AMOC, provided the 788100; email: techpubs.wolverhampton@
procedures and tests identified as RC can be goodrich.com; internet: http://
(u) Terminating Action for Other FAA ADs done and the airplane can be put back in an www.goodrich.com/TechPubs.
Accomplishing the initial actions required airworthy condition. Any substitutions or (5) You may view this service information
by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD, and changes to procedures or tests identified as at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
accomplishing the applicable actions RC require approval of an AMOC. 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
required by paragraphs (i) and (j) of this AD, (w) Special Flight Permits information on the availability of this
terminate all requirements of AD 2007–06–02 material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
and AD 2008–09–16. Special flight permits, as described in (6) You may view this service information
Section 21.197 and Section 21.199 of the that is incorporated by reference at the
(v) Other FAA AD Provisions Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 National Archives and Records
The following provisions also apply to this and 21.199), are not allowed. Administration (NARA). For information on
AD: (x) Related Information the availability of this material at NARA, call
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
(AMOCs): The Manager, International (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA locations.html.
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this Airworthiness Directive 2017–0237, dated
AD, if requested using the procedures found December 4, 2017, for related information. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR This MCAI may be found in the AD docket October 24, 2018.
39.19, send your request to your principal on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov Michael Kaszycki,
inspector or local Flight Standards District by searching for and locating Docket No. Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Office, as appropriate. If sending information FAA–2018–0298. Aircraft Certification Service.
directly to the International Section, send it (2) For more information about this AD,
contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer, [FR Doc. 2018–24486 Filed 11–21–18; 8:45 am]
to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (x)(2) of this AD. Information may International Section, Transport Standards BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th Street, Des
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206–231–
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate 3223. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
principal inspector, or lacking a principal (3) Service information identified in this
inspector, the manager of the local flight AD that is not incorporated by reference is Federal Aviation Administration
standards district office/certificate holding available at the addresses specified in
district office. paragraphs (y)(3) and (y)(5) of this AD. 14 CFR Part 39
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective (y) Material Incorporated by Reference [Docket No. FAA–2018–0764; Product
actions from a manufacturer, the action must (1) The Director of the Federal Register Identifier 2018–NM–074–AD; Amendment
be accomplished using a method approved approved the incorporation by reference 39–19502; AD 2018–23–15]
by the Manager, International Section, (IBR) of the service information listed in this
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR RIN 2120–AA64
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or part 51.
Airbus SAS’s EASA DOA. If approved by the (2) You must use this service information Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS
DOA, the approval must include the DOA- as applicable to do the actions required by Airplanes
authorized signature. this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(3) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden (i) Airbus Alert Operators Transmission AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Statement: A federal agency may not conduct (AOT) A27N010–17, Revision 01, dated Administration (FAA), Department of
or sponsor, and a person is not required to October 17, 2017, including AOT Appendix_ Transportation (DOT).
respond to, nor shall a person be subject to A27N010–17. ACTION: Final rule.
a penalty for failure to comply with a (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1164,
collection of information subject to the Revision 14, dated January 16, 2018. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27– airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Act unless that collection of information 1245, Revision 00, dated March 6, 2017. Airbus SAS Model A330–200 Freighter
displays a current valid OMB Control (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27– series airplanes, Model A330–200 and
Number. The OMB Control Number for this 1246, Revision 01, dated November 4, 2016. –300 series airplanes, and Model A340–
information collection is 2120–0056. Public (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27–1247,
reporting for this collection of information is Revision 00, dated March 6, 2017. 200 and –300 series airplanes. This AD
estimated to be approximately 1 hour per (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–27– was prompted by defects found during
response, including the time for reviewing 1248, Revision 01, dated April 16, 2018. production tests of ram air turbine
instructions, completing and reviewing the (vii) United Technologies Corporation (RAT) units; investigation revealed that
collection of information. All responses to Aerospace Systems (UTAS) United the defects were due to certain RAT
this collection of information are mandatory. Technologies Corporation (UTC) Aerospace hydraulic pumps having an alternative
Comments concerning the accuracy of this Systems Repair Instructions RF–DSC–1361– manufacturing process of the pump
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES

burden and suggestions for reducing the 17, Version 00, including Appendix A, dated pistons. This AD requires replacing any
burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 May 24, 2017.
Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC (3) For Airbus SAS service information
defective RAT hydraulic pump with a
20591, Attn: Information Collection identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, serviceable part and re-identifying the
Clearance Officer, AES–200. Airworthiness Office—EIAS, Rond-Point RAT module part number. We are
(4) Required for Compliance (RC): Except Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, issuing this AD to address the unsafe
as specified in paragraph in (o)(1) of this AD, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 condition on these products.

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DATES: This AD is effective December apply to all Airbus SAS Model A330– Comments
28, 2018. 200 Freighter series airplanes, Model We gave the public the opportunity to
The Director of the Federal Register A330–200 and –300 series airplanes, participate in developing this final rule.
approved the incorporation by reference and Model A340–200 and –300 series We have considered the comment
of certain publications listed in this AD airplanes. The NPRM published in the received. The Air Line Pilots
as of December 28, 2018. Federal Register on August 31, 2018 (83 Association, International indicated its
ADDRESSES: For Airbus SAS service FR 44514). The NPRM was prompted by support for the NPRM.
information identified in this final rule, defects found during production tests of
contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness RAT units; investigation revealed that New Service Information
Office—EIAS, Rond-Point Emile the defects were due to certain RAT We received UTC Aerospace Systems
Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, hydraulic pumps having an alternative Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–22,
France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax manufacturing process of the pump Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018. We
+33 5 61 93 44 51; email pistons. The NPRM proposed to require referred to UTC Aerospace Systems
account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; replacing any defective RAT hydraulic Service Bulletins ERPS06M–29–22,
internet http://www.airbus.com. For pump with a serviceable part and re- dated March 17, 2017; and Revision 1,
UTC Aerospace service information identifying the RAT module part dated June 27, 2017; as the appropriate
identified in this final rule, contact UTC number. We are issuing this AD to sources of service information for
Aerospace Systems Goodrich address low performance of the pump, identifying certain affected serial
Corporation, Actuation Systems, which, following a total engine flame- numbers and parts therein. Revision 2 of
Stafford Road, Fordhouses, out, or during a total loss of normal the service information adds Hamilton
Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV10 electrical power generation, could result Sundstrand and Parker hydraulic pump
7EH, England; phone: +44 (0) 1902 in reduced control of the airplane. part number (P/N) 5917648 (Parker P/N
624644938; fax: +44 (0) 1902 The European Aviation Safety Agency 4207905) and alternate Hamilton
788100624947; email: (EASA), which is the Technical Agent Sundstrand and Parker hydraulic pump
techpubs.wolverhampton@ for the Member States of the European P/N 5916485 (Parker P/N 4207903) to
goodrich.com; internet: https:// Union, has issued EASA AD 2018–0062, table 3 and table 6 for clarification.
www.customers.utcaero We have added UTC Aerospace
dated March 20, 2018 (referred to after
spacesystems.com. You may view this Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–
this as the Mandatory Continuing
service information at the FAA, 22, Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018, to
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
Transport Standards Branch, 2200 the Related Service Information under 1
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For CFR part 51 section of this AD as an
for all Airbus SAS Model A330–200
information on the availability of this appropriate source of service
Freighter series airplanes, Model A330–
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. information. We have also added
200 and –300 series airplanes, and
It is also available on the internet at Revision 2 of the service information to
Model A340–200 and –300 series
http://www.regulations.gov by searching the definitions specified in paragraph
airplanes. The MCAI states:
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– (g)(1) of this AD.
Four A330 RAT units were returned to the
0764. Conclusion
supplier due to low discharge pressure.
Examining the AD Docket These defects were detected during Airbus We reviewed the relevant data,
production tests. Subsequent investigations considered the comment received, and
You may examine the AD docket on
by the RAT manufacturer UTAS (formerly determined that air safety and the
the internet at http://
Hamilton Sundstrand) revealed that some public interest require adopting this
www.regulations.gov by searching for
RAT hydraulic pumps, [part number] P/N final rule with the change described
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– 5916430, were involved in an alternative
0764; or in person at Docket Operations previously and minor editorial changes.
manufacturing process of the pump pistons. We have determined that these minor
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday This resulted in form deviations (rough
through Friday, except Federal holidays. changes:
The AD docket contains this final rule,
surface finish and sharp edges), which • Are consistent with the intent that
caused excessive wear and damage to the was proposed in the NPRM for
the regulatory evaluation, any bore where the pistons moved.
comments received, and other addressing the unsafe condition; and
This condition, if not corrected, could lead • Do not add any additional burden
information. The address for Docket to low performance of the pump, possibly upon the public than was already
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane, proposed in the NPRM.
U.S. Department of Transportation, particularly if occurring following a total We also determined that these
Docket Operations, M–30, West engine flame out, or during a total loss of
changes will not increase the economic
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, normal electrical power generation.
burden on any operator or increase the
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, To address this potential unsafe condition,
Airbus published [Service Bulletin] SB
scope of this final rule.
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
A330–29–3130 and SB A340–29–4098, Related Service Information Under 1
providing instructions for identification and CFR Part 51
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
replacement of the affected parts.
International Section, Transport Airbus SAS has issued Service
For the reasons described above, this
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South [EASA] AD requires replacement of the Bulletins A330–29–3130 and A340–29–
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; affected parts. This [EASA] AD also requires 4098, both dated May 3, 2017. This
telephone and fax: 206–231–3229. service information describes
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re-identification of the RAT module.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: procedures for replacing any affected
You may examine the MCAI in the RAT hydraulic pump with a serviceable
Discussion AD docket on the internet at http:// part and re-identifying the RAT module
We issued a notice of proposed www.regulations.gov by searching for part number. These documents are
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– distinct since they apply to different
part 39 by adding an AD that would 0764. airplane models.

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UTC Aerospace Systems has issued one applies to different hydraulic pump Costs of Compliance
Service Bulletins ERPS06M–29–22, part numbers.
dated March 17, 2017; Revision 1, dated We estimate that this AD affects 103
This service information is reasonably airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
June 27, 2017; and Revision 2, dated available because the interested parties
May 24, 2018. This service information the following costs to comply with this
have access to it through their normal AD:
identifies affected part and serial
course of business or by the means
numbers for the RAT hydraulic pump.
These documents are distinct since each identified in the ADDRESSES section.

ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Labor cost Parts cost product operators

Up to 14 work-hours × $85 per hour = $0 Up to $1,190 ............................................ Up to $122,570.
Up to $1,190.

Authority for This Rulemaking (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (c)(5) of this AD, certificated in any category,
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, all manufacturer serial numbers.
Title 49 of the United States Code (1) Airbus SAS Model A330–223F and
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
–243F airplanes.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the DOT Regulatory Policies and
(2) Airbus SAS Model A330–201, –202,
section 106, describes the authority of Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, –203, –223, and –243 airplanes.
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: 1979), (3) Airbus SAS Model A330–301, –302,
Aviation Programs, describes in more (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation –303, –321, –322, –323, –341, –342, and –343
detail the scope of the Agency’s in Alaska, and airplanes.
authority. (4) Will not have a significant (4) Airbus SAS Model A340–211, –212,
We are issuing this rulemaking under economic impact, positive or negative, –213 airplanes.
the authority described in Subtitle VII, on a substantial number of small entities (5) Airbus SAS Model A340–311, –312,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: under the criteria of the Regulatory and –313 airplanes.
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that Flexibility Act. (d) Subject
section, Congress charges the FAA with Air Transport Association (ATA) of
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
America Code 29, Hydraulic Power.
air commerce by prescribing regulations Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
for practices, methods, and procedures safety, Incorporation by reference, (e) Reason
the Administrator finds necessary for Safety. This AD was prompted by defects found
safety in air commerce. This regulation during production tests of ram air turbine
is within the scope of that authority Adoption of the Amendment (RAT) units; investigation revealed that the
because it addresses an unsafe condition Accordingly, under the authority defects were due to certain RAT hydraulic
that is likely to exist or develop on pumps having an alternative manufacturing
delegated to me by the Administrator,
process of the pump pistons. We are issuing
products identified in this rulemaking the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as this AD to prevent low performance of the
action. follows: pump, which, following a total engine flame-
This AD is issued in accordance with out, or during a total loss of normal electrical
authority delegated by the Executive PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS power generation, could result in reduced
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, DIRECTIVES control of the airplane.
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
In accordance with that order, issuance ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (f) Compliance
of ADs is normally a function of the continues to read as follows: Comply with this AD within the
Compliance and Airworthiness Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. compliance times specified, unless already
Division, but during this transition done.
period, the Executive Director has § 39.13 [Amended] (g) Definitions for This AD
delegated the authority to issue ADs ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding (1) An affected part is a RAT hydraulic
applicable to transport category the following new airworthiness pump having part number (P/N) 5916430 and
airplanes and associated appliances to directive (AD): a serial number identified in UTC Aerospace
the Director of the System Oversight Systems Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–22,
2018–23–15 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39–
Division. 19502; Docket No. FAA–2018–0764;
dated March 17, 2017; Revision 1, dated June
27, 2017; or Revision 2, dated May 24, 2018.
Regulatory Findings Product Identifier 2018–NM–074–AD.
(2) A serviceable part is a RAT hydraulic
This AD will not have federalism (a) Effective Date pump identified as acceptable in Airbus
implications under Executive Order This AD is effective December 28, 2018. Service Bulletin A330–29–3130 or A340–29–
13132. This AD will not have a 4098, both dated May 3, 2017, as applicable.
(b) Affected ADs (3) Group 1 airplanes are airplanes on
substantial direct effect on the States, on
This AD affects AD 2016–14–01, which an affected part is installed.
the relationship between the national
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Amendment 39–18582 (81 FR 44983, July 12, (4) Group 2 airplanes are airplanes on
government and the States, or on the which no affected part is installed. A Model
2016; corrected August 16, 2016 (81 FR
distribution of power and 51097, August 3, 2016)) (‘‘AD 2016–14–01’’). A330 airplane on which Airbus SAS
responsibilities among the various Modification 206604 has been embodied in
levels of government. (c) Applicability production is a Group 2 airplane, provided
For the reasons discussed above, I This AD applies to the airplanes identified that the airplane remains in that
certify that this AD: in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), (c)(4), and configuration.

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(h) Replacement and Re-identification for (l) Related Information DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Group 1 Airplanes (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
(1) Within 18 months after the effective Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD Federal Aviation Administration
date of this AD, replace any affected RAT 2018–0062, dated March 20, 2018, for related
hydraulic pump with a serviceable part, in information. This MCAI may be found in the 14 CFR Part 39
accordance with the Accomplishment AD docket on the internet at http://
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– www.regulations.gov by searching for and [Docket No. FAA–2017–0632; Product
29–3130 or A340–29–4098, both dated May locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0764. Identifier 2017–NE–16–AD; Amendment 39–
3, 2017, as applicable. (2) For more information about this AD, 19487; AD 2018–23–01]
(2) Concurrently with the replacement contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace RIN 2120–AA64
required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, re- Engineer, International Section, Transport
identify the part number of the RAT module, Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th Airworthiness Directives; Zodiac Seats
in accordance with the Accomplishment St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– France Cabin Attendant Seats
fax: 206–231–3229.
29–3130 or A340–29–4098, both dated May AGENCY: Federal Aviation
3, 2017, as applicable. (m) Material Incorporated by Reference
Administration (FAA), DOT.
Note 1 to paragraph (h)(2) of this AD: (1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference ACTION: Final rule.
Airbus Service Bulletins A330–29–3130 and
A340–29–4098, both dated May 3, 2017, (IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
provide guidance for re-identification of the airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
part numbers of the RAT hydraulic pumps part 51.
that are not affected, and the part numbers (2) You must use this service information Zodiac Seats France 536 Series Cabin
of the RAT modules that are not equipped as applicable to do the actions required by Attendant Seats. This AD was prompted
with an affected hydraulic pump. this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. by cracks found in a highly
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–29–3130, concentrated stress area of the seat pan
(i) Compliance With AD 2016–14–01 dated May 3, 2017. hinges. This AD requires repetitive
After re-identification of a RAT module on (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4098, inspections and replacement of the seat
an airplane, as required by paragraph (h)(2) dated May 3, 2017. pan. We are issuing this AD to address
of this AD, the airplane remains compliant (iii) UTC Aerospace Systems Service
with the RAT module re-identification
the unsafe condition on these products.
Bulletin ERPS06M–29–22, dated March 17,
requirements of AD 2016–14–01 for that 2017. DATES: This AD is effective December
airplane. (iv) UTC Aerospace Systems Service 28, 2018.
(j) Parts Installation Prohibition
Bulletin ERPS06M–29–22, Revision 1, dated The Director of the Federal Register
June 27, 2017. approved the incorporation by reference
(1) For Group 1 airplanes: After (v) UTC Aerospace Systems Service of a certain publication listed in this AD
replacement of any affected RAT hydraulic Bulletin ERPS06M–29–22, Revision 2, dated
pump as required by paragraph (h)(1) of this as of December 28, 2018.
May 24, 2018.
AD, do not install any affected RAT (3) For Airbus SAS service information ADDRESSES: For service information
hydraulic pump. identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, identified in this final rule, contact
(2) For Group 2 airplanes: As of the Airworthiness Office—EIAS, Rond-Point Zodiac Seats France, Rue Robert
effective date of this AD, do not install any Emile Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, Marechal Senior B.P. 69, 36100
affected RAT hydraulic pump. France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 Issoudun, France; phone: +33 (0) 2 54
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions 5 61 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@ 03 39 39; fax: +33 (0) 2 54 03 39 00;
airbus.com; internet http://www.airbus.com. email: zs.tac@zodiacaerospace.com;
The following provisions also apply to this (4) For UTC Aerospace service information
AD: internet: https://services.zodi
identified in this final rule, contact UTC
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
Aerospace Systems Goodrich Corporation, acaerospace.com. You may view this
(AMOCs): The Manager, International service information at the FAA, Engine
Actuation Systems, Stafford Road,
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, & Propeller Standards Branch, 1200
Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, West Midlands
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this District Avenue, Burlington, MA, 01803.
WV10 7EH, England; phone: +44 (0) 1902
AD, if requested using the procedures found
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
624644938; fax: +44 (0) 1902 788100624947; For information on the availability of
email: techpubs.wolverhampton@ this material at the FAA, call 781–238–
39.19, send your request to your principal
goodrich.com; internet: https:// 7759. It is also available on the internet
inspector or local Flight Standards District
www.customers.utcaerospacesystems.com. at http://www.regulations.gov by
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
(5) You may view this service information
directly to the International Branch, send it searching for and locating Docket No.
to the attention of the person identified in at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For FAA–2017–0632.
paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- information on the availability of this Examining the AD Docket
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
(6) You may view this service information You may examine the AD docket on
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal that is incorporated by reference at the the internet at http://
inspector, the manager of the local flight National Archives and Records www.regulations.gov by searching for
standards district office/certificate holding Administration (NARA). For information on and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
district office. the availability of this material at NARA, call 0632; or in person at Docket Operations
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any 202–741–6030, or go to: http:// between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
actions from a manufacturer, the action must locations.html.
The AD docket contains this final rule,
be accomplished using a method approved Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on the mandatory continuing airworthiness
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by the Manager, International Section, November 8, 2018. information (MCAI), the regulatory
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or The Chris Spangenberg,
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or evaluation, any comments received, and
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, other information. The address for
Airbus SAS’s EASA Design Organization
Aircraft Certification Service. Docket Operations (phone: 800–647–
Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA,
the approval must include the DOA- [FR Doc. 2018–25387 Filed 11–21–18; 8:45 am] 5527) is U.S. Department of
authorized signature. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Transportation, Docket Operations, M–

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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 28, 2018.
Contact		Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax: 206-231-3229.
FR Citation		83 FR 59285
RIN Number		2120-AA64
CFR Associated		Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety
83 FR 59285 - Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

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