83 FR 594 - Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 4 (January 5, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 4 (January 5, 2018)
| Page Range | 594-596 | |
| FR Document | 2017-28486 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 4 (Friday, January 5, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 594-596] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-28486] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-1183; Product Identifier 2013-NM-022-AD; Amendment 39-19147; AD 2018-01-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. This AD requires contacting the FAA to obtain instructions for addressing the unsafe condition on these products, and doing the actions specified in those instructions. This AD was prompted by a report of an engine multiple fan blade release event. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective January 22, 2018. We must receive comments on this AD by February 20, 2018. 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: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. 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- 1183; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1137; fax: 425- 227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2013-0010, January 14, 2013 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100. The MCAI states: Recently, a Tay 620 engine multiple fan blade release event occurred on an F28 Mk. 0070 aeroplane. As a result, low energy fan blade fragments exited the engine by penetrating the engine nose cowl. Although the investigation is still on-going, one of the findings was an incorrect adjustment of the (emergency) maximum reverse thrust stop. Consequently, attempts to select (emergency) maximum reverse thrust led to stabilized engine operation in an N1 speed range that, in combination with other contributing factors, may have caused high fan blade stresses due to flutter. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to further cases of multiple fan blade release, possibly resulting in damage to the aeroplane and injury to occupants. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time inspection to verify the correct adjustment of the (emergency) maximum reverse thrust stop position and, if an incorrect adjustment is found, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s). To support the investigation, this [EASA] AD also requires that all findings are reported to Fokker Services. You may examine the MCAI on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017- 1183. [[Page 595]] FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. FAA's Determination of the Effective Date Since there are currently no domestic operators of this product, we find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are unnecessary. In addition, for the reason(s) stated above, we find that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-1183; Product Identifier 2013-NM-022-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD based on 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 AD. Costs of Compliance Currently, there are no affected U.S.-registered airplanes. This AD requires contacting the FAA to obtain instructions for addressing the unsafe condition, and doing the actions specified in those instructions. Based on the actions specified in the MCAI AD, we are providing the following cost estimates for an affected airplane that is placed on the U.S. Register in the future: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection................................. 6 work-hours x $85 per hour = $510. $0 $510 Reporting.................................. 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85... 0 85 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. 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 to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that 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): 2018-01-06 Fokker Services B.V.: Amendment 39-19147; Docket No. FAA- 2017-1183; Product Identifier 2013-NM-022-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective January 22, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes, certificated in any category, equipped with Rolls- Royce Tay 620-15 engines. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 76, Engine controls. [[Page 596]] (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of an engine multiple fan blade release event. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct an incorrect adjustment of the (emergency) maximum reverse thrust stop, which could result in engine fan blade release causing injury to occupants, damage to the airplane, and consequent uncontrollability of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Action(s) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, request instructions from the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, to address the unsafe condition specified in paragraph (e) of this AD; and accomplish the actions at the times specified in, and in accordance with, those instructions. Guidance can be found in Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2013-0010, January 14, 2013. (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(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. (i) Related Information (1) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2013-0010, January 14, 2013 for related information. You may examine the MCAI on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-1183. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1137; fax: 425-227-1149. (j) Material Incorporated by Reference None. Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 26, 2017. John P. Piccola, Jr., Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-28486 Filed 1-4-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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comment period ending October 19, § 959.237 Assessment rate. Examining the AD Docket
2017, was provided for interested On and after August 1, 2017, an You may examine the AD docket on
persons to respond to the proposal. assessment rate of $0.065 per 50-pound the internet at http://
Two comments were received in equivalent is established for South www.regulations.gov by searching for
support of the rule. One commenter Texas onions. and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
stated the increase would help the fair Dated: December 29, 2017. 1183; or in person at the Docket
trade movement. The other commenter Bruce Summers, Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5
stated the increase in the assessment p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Acting Administrator, Agricultural Marketing
rate was reasonable to cover the Service. Federal holidays. The AD docket
increased costs of goods and services. contains this AD, the regulatory
[FR Doc. 2017–28504 Filed 1–4–18; 8:45 am]
Accordingly, no changes will be made evaluation, any comments received, and
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to the rule as proposed, based on the other information. The street address for
comments received. the Docket Operations office (telephone:
A small business guide on complying 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
with fruit, vegetable, and specialty crop DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
section. Comments will be available in
marketing agreements and orders may Federal Aviation Administration the AD docket shortly after receipt.
be viewed at: http://www.ams.usda.gov/ FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
rules-regulations/moa/small-businesses. 14 CFR Part 39 Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
Any questions about the compliance International Section, Transport
guide should be sent to Richard Lower [Docket No. FAA–2017–1183; Product
Identifier 2013–NM–022–AD; Amendment Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind
at the previously mentioned address in Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356;
the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT 39–19147; AD 2018–01–06]
telephone: 425–227–1137; fax: 425–
section. RIN 2120–AA64 227–1149.
After consideration of all relevant
Airworthiness Directives; Fokker SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
material presented, including the
information and recommendation Services B.V. Airplanes Discussion
submitted by the Committee and other AGENCY: Federal Aviation The European Aviation Safety Agency
available information, it is hereby found Administration (FAA), DOT. (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
that this rule, as hereinafter set forth, for the Member States of the European
ACTION: Final rule; request for
will tend to effectuate the declared Union, has issued EASA AD 2013–0010,
comments.
policy of the Act. January 14, 2013 (referred to after this
List of Subjects in 7 CFR Part 959 SUMMARY: We are adopting a new as the Mandatory Continuing
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
Marketing agreements, Onions, Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
Reporting and recordkeeping 0070 and 0100 airplanes. This AD for certain Fokker Services B.V. Model
requirements. requires contacting the FAA to obtain F28 Mark 0070 and 0100. The MCAI
For the reasons set forth in the instructions for addressing the unsafe states:
preamble, 7 CFR part 959 is amended as condition on these products, and doing
Recently, a Tay 620 engine multiple fan
follows: the actions specified in those blade release event occurred on an F28 Mk.
instructions. This AD was prompted by 0070 aeroplane. As a result, low energy fan
PART 959—ONIONS GROWN IN a report of an engine multiple fan blade blade fragments exited the engine by
SOUTH TEXAS release event. We are issuing this AD to penetrating the engine nose cowl. Although
address the unsafe condition on these the investigation is still on-going, one of the
■ 1. The authority citation for 7 CFR findings was an incorrect adjustment of the
products.
part 959 continues to read as follows: (emergency) maximum reverse thrust stop.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
Authority: 7 U.S.C. 601–674. Consequently, attempts to select (emergency)
January 22, 2018. maximum reverse thrust led to stabilized
Subpart A—[Amended] We must receive comments on this engine operation in an N1 speed range that,
AD by February 20, 2018. in combination with other contributing
■ 2. Designate the subpart labeled ADDRESSES: You may send comments, factors, may have caused high fan blade
‘‘Order Regulating Handling’’ as subpart using the procedures found in 14 CFR stresses due to flutter.
A. 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following This condition, if not detected and
methods: corrected, could lead to further cases of
Subpart B—Administrative Provisions • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to multiple fan blade release, possibly resulting
in damage to the aeroplane and injury to
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the occupants.
■ 3. Designate the subpart labeled instructions for submitting comments. For the reasons described above, this
‘‘Rules and Regulations’’ as subpart B • Fax: 202–493–2251. [EASA] AD requires a one-time inspection to
and revise the heading as shown above. • Mail: U.S. Department of verify the correct adjustment of the
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– (emergency) maximum reverse thrust stop
Subparts ‘‘Assessment Rates’’ and 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room position and, if an incorrect adjustment is
‘‘Handling Regulations’’—[Amended] W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, found, accomplishment of applicable
Washington, DC 20590. corrective action(s). To support the
■ 4. Remove the subpart headings • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of investigation, this [EASA] AD also requires
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‘‘Assessment Rates’’ and ‘‘Handling Transportation, Docket Operations, M– that all findings are reported to Fokker
Regulations’’. 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room Services.
■ 5. Transfer §§ 959.237 and 959.322 to W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, You may examine the MCAI on the
subpart B. Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 internet at http://www.regulations.gov
■ 6. Section 959.237 is revised to read p.m., Monday through Friday, except by searching for and locating Docket No.
as follows: Federal holidays. FAA–2017–1183.
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FAA’s Determination and Requirements In addition, for the reason(s) stated amend this AD based on those
of This AD above, we find that good cause exists for comments.
This product has been approved by making this amendment effective in less We will post all comments we
the aviation authority of another than 30 days. receive, without change, to http://
country, and is approved for operation Comments Invited www.regulations.gov, including any
in the United States. Pursuant to our personal information you provide. We
bilateral agreement with the State of This AD is a final rule that involves
will also post a report summarizing each
Design Authority, we have been notified requirements affecting flight safety, and
substantive verbal contact we receive
of the unsafe condition described in the we did not precede it by notice and
about this AD.
MCAI. We are issuing this AD because opportunity for public comment. We
we evaluated all pertinent information invite you to send any written relevant Costs of Compliance
and determined the unsafe condition data, views, or arguments about this AD.
exists and is likely to exist or develop Send your comments to an address Currently, there are no affected U.S.-
on other products of the same type listed under the ADDRESSES section. registered airplanes. This AD requires
design. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2017–1183; contacting the FAA to obtain
Product Identifier 2013–NM–022–AD’’ instructions for addressing the unsafe
FAA’s Determination of the Effective at the beginning of your comments. We condition, and doing the actions
Date specifically invite comments on the specified in those instructions. Based on
Since there are currently no domestic overall regulatory, economic, the actions specified in the MCAI AD,
operators of this product, we find good environmental, and energy aspects of we are providing the following cost
cause that notice and opportunity for this AD. We will consider all comments estimates for an affected airplane that is
prior public comment are unnecessary. received by the closing date and may placed on the U.S. Register in the future:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Inspection ..................................................................... 6 work-hours × $85 per hour = $510 ........................... $0 $510
Reporting ...................................................................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ............................... 0 85
We have received no definitive data period, the Executive Director has Adoption of the Amendment
that would enable us to provide cost delegated the authority to issue ADs
estimates for the on-condition actions applicable to transport category Accordingly, under the authority
specified in this AD. airplanes to the Director of the System delegated to me by the Administrator,
Oversight Division. the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
Authority for This Rulemaking follows:
Title 49 of the United States Code Regulatory Findings
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue We determined that this AD will not DIRECTIVES
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, have federalism implications under
section 106, describes the authority of Executive Order 13132. This AD will
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
not have a substantial direct effect on continues to read as follows:
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more the States, on the relationship between
detail the scope of the Agency’s Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
the national government and the States,
authority. or on the distribution of power and § 39.13 [Amended]
We are issuing this rulemaking under responsibilities among the various
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, levels of government. ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: the following new airworthiness
General requirements.’’ Under that For the reasons discussed above, I directive (AD):
section, Congress charges the FAA with certify that this AD:
2018–01–06 Fokker Services B.V.:
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory Amendment 39–19147; Docket No.
air commerce by prescribing regulations action’’ under Executive Order 12866; FAA–2017–1183; Product Identifier
for practices, methods, and procedures 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the 2013–NM–022–AD.
the Administrator finds necessary for DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (a) Effective Date
safety in air commerce. This regulation (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
is within the scope of that authority This AD becomes effective January 22,
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in 2018.
because it addresses an unsafe condition
Alaska; and
that is likely to exist or develop on (b) Affected ADs
products identified in this rulemaking 4. Will not have a significant None.
action. economic impact, positive or negative,
This AD is issued in accordance with on a substantial number of small entities (c) Applicability
authority delegated by the Executive under the criteria of the Regulatory This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V.
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Director, Aircraft Certification Service, Flexibility Act. Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes,
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. certificated in any category, equipped with
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Rolls-Royce Tay 620–15 engines.
In accordance with that order, issuance
of ADs is normally a function of the Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation (d) Subject
Compliance and Airworthiness safety, Incorporation by reference, Air Transport Association (ATA) of
Division, but during this transition Safety. America Code 76, Engine controls.
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(e) Reason DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION evaluation, any comments received, and
This AD was prompted by a report of an other information. The street address for
engine multiple fan blade release event. We Federal Aviation Administration the Docket Operations office (telephone:
are issuing this AD to detect and correct an 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
incorrect adjustment of the (emergency) 14 CFR Part 39 section. Comments will be available in
maximum reverse thrust stop, which could the AD docket shortly after receipt.
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1182; Product
result in engine fan blade release causing FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
Identifier 2013–NM–093–AD; Amendment
injury to occupants, damage to the airplane,
39–19146; AD 2018–01–05] Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
and consequent uncontrollability of the
airplane. RIN 2120–AA64
International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind
(f) Compliance Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356;
Comply with this AD within the Services B.V. telephone: 425–227–1137; fax: 425–
compliance times specified, unless already 227–1149.
done. AGENCY: Federal Aviation SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Administration (FAA), DOT.
(g) Required Action(s) Discussion
ACTION: Final rule; request for
Within 30 days after the effective date of
comments. Fatigue damage can occur locally, in
this AD, request instructions from the
Manager, International Section, Transport small areas or structural design details,
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new or globally, in widespread areas.
Standards Branch, FAA, to address the airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
unsafe condition specified in paragraph (e) of Multiple-site damage is widespread
Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark damage that occurs in a large structural
this AD; and accomplish the actions at the
times specified in, and in accordance with,
0070 and 0100 airplanes. This AD element such as a single rivet line of a
those instructions. Guidance can be found in requires contacting the FAA to obtain lap splice joining two large skin panels.
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness instructions for addressing the unsafe Widespread damage can also occur in
Information (MCAI) European Aviation condition on these products, and doing multiple elements such as adjacent
Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2013–0010, the actions specified in those frames or stringers. Multiple-site
January 14, 2013. instructions. This AD was prompted by damage and multiple-element damage
an evaluation by the design approval cracks are typically too small initially to
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs) holder (DAH) indicating that the be reliably detected with normal
fuselage frames are subject to inspection methods. Without
The Manager, International Section,
widespread fatigue damage (WFD). We intervention, these cracks will grow,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
are issuing this AD to address the unsafe and eventually compromise the
requested using the procedures found in 14 condition on these products. structural integrity of the airplane. This
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, DATES: This AD becomes effective condition is known as WFD. It is
send your request to your principal inspector January 22, 2018. associated with general degradation of
or local Flight Standards District Office, as We must receive comments on this large areas of structure with similar
appropriate. If sending information directly AD by February 20, 2018. structural details and stress levels. As
to the International Section, send it to the an airplane ages, WFD will likely occur,
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
attention of the person identified in
using the procedures found in 14 CFR and will certainly occur if the airplane
paragraph (i)(2) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following is operated long enough without any
REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any methods: intervention.
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to The FAA’s WFD final rule (75 FR
principal inspector, or lacking a principal http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the 69746, November 15, 2010) became
inspector, the manager of the local flight instructions for submitting comments. effective on January 14, 2011. The WFD
standards district office/certificate holding • Fax: 202–493–2251. rule requires certain actions to prevent
district office. • Mail: U.S. Department of structural failure due to WFD
(i) Related Information Transportation, Docket Operations, M– throughout the operational life of
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room certain existing transport category
(1) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2013–0010,
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, airplanes and all of these airplanes that
January 14, 2013 for related information. You
may examine the MCAI on the internet at Washington, DC 20590. will be certificated in the future. For
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of existing and future airplanes subject to
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–1183. Transportation, Docket Operations, M– the WFD rule, the rule requires that
(2) For more information about this AD, 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room DAHs establish a limit of validity (LOV)
contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, of the engineering data that support the
International Section, Transport Standards Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 structural maintenance program.
Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, p.m., Monday through Friday, except Operators affected by the WFD rule may
Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone: 425– Federal holidays. not fly an airplane beyond its LOV,
227–1137; fax: 425–227–1149. unless an extended LOV is approved.
Examining the AD Docket The WFD rule (75 FR 69746,
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
None.
You may examine the AD docket on November 15, 2010) does not require
the internet at http:// identifying and developing maintenance
Issued in Renton, Washington, on www.regulations.gov by searching for actions if the DAHs can show that such
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December 26, 2017. and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– actions are not necessary to prevent
John P. Piccola, Jr., 1182; or in person at the Docket WFD before the airplane reaches the
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 LOV. Many LOVs, however, do depend
Aircraft Certification Service. p.m., Monday through Friday, except on accomplishment of future
[FR Doc. 2017–28486 Filed 1–4–18; 8:45 am] Federal holidays. The AD docket maintenance actions. As stated in the
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| Dates | This AD becomes effective January 22, 2018. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1137; fax: 425- 227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 594 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
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