83 FR 61529 - Airworthiness Directives; CFM International S.A. Turbofan Engines
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 231 (November 30, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 231 (November 30, 2018)
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| FR Document | 2018-26026 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 231 (Friday, November 30, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 61529-61531] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-26026] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0869; Product Identifier 2018-NE-32-AD; Amendment 39-19435; AD 2018-20-01] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; CFM International S.A. Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all CFM International S.A. (CFM) LEAP-1B21, LEAP-1B23, LEAP-1B25, LEAP-1B27, LEAP-1B28, LEAP-1B28B1, LEAP-1B28B2, LEAP-1B28B2C, LEAP-1B28B3, LEAP- 1B28BBJ1, and LEAP-1B28BBJ2 turbofan engines with a certain high- pressure turbine (HPT) stator case (HPT cases) installed. This AD requires removal of affected HPT cases from service and their replacement with a part eligible for installation. This AD was prompted by the discovery of a quality escape at a manufacturing facility involving unapproved welds on HPT cases. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective December 17, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of December 17, 2018. We must receive comments on this AD by January 14, 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: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this final rule, contact CFM International Inc., Aviation Operations Center, 1 Neumann Way, M/D Room 285, Cincinnati, OH 45125; phone: 877-432-3272; fax: 877-432-3329; email: [email protected]. You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7759. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0869. 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- 0869; 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 street address for the Docket Operations (phone: 800-647-5527) is listed above. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Christopher McGuire, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7120; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We learned from CFM of a quality escape at one of their suppliers, AECC Aero Science and Technology Co., Ltd., which was performing welds on newly-manufactured components to correct errors introduced in their manufacturing process. These welds were not reviewed or approved by either CFM or the FAA. CFM's review of manufacturing records determined that these parts include HPT cases installed on CFM LEAP-1B turbofan engines. These HPT cases are life limited. The unapproved repairs reduced the material capability of these cases which requires their removal prior to reaching their published Airworthiness Limitation Section life limit. This condition, if not addressed, could result in failure of the HPT case, engine fire, and damage to the airplane. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed CFM Service Bulletin (SB) LEAP-1B-72-00-0193-01A-930A- D, Issue 003, dated November 5, 2018. The SB describes procedures for removing the affected HPT cases from the engine. 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. FAA's Determination We are issuing 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. AD Requirements This AD requires removal of the affected HPT cases from service and their replacement with a part eligible for installation. FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies waiving notice and comment prior to the adoption of this rule because the compliance time for the required action is shorter than the time necessary for the public to comment and for us to publish the final rule. Certain HPTs cases must be removed within 200 cycles after the effective date of this AD to ensure they do not fail. Therefore, we find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are impracticable. In addition, for the reason 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 was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for public comment. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this final rule. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include the docket number FAA-2018- 0869 and Product Identifier 2018-NE-32-AD at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, [[Page 61530]] economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this final rule. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this final rule 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 final rule. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects two engines installed on airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Remove HPT case and FPI of forward 1000 work-hour x $85 per $179,400 $264,400 $528,800 flange. hour = $85,000. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this replacement: On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Replace combustion case assembly.............. 10 work-hours x $85 per hour = $558,800 $559,650 $850. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to engines, propellers, and associated appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and Innovation Division. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2018-20-01 CFM International S.A.: Amendment 39-19435; Docket No. FAA-2018-0869; Product Identifier 2018-NE-32-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective December 17, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to CFM International S.A. (CFM) LEAP-1B21, LEAP- 1B23, LEAP-1B25, LEAP-1B27, LEAP-1B28, LEAP-1B28B1, LEAP-1B28B2, LEAP-1B28B2C, LEAP-1B28B3, LEAP-1B28BBJ1, and LEAP-1B28BBJ2 turbofan engines with a high-pressure turbine (HPT) stator case (HPT case), part number (P/N) 2541M81G01 installed, and with any HPT case serial number (S/N) listed in Table 1 or Table 2 of Planning Information, paragraph 3.A., of CFM Service Bulletin (SB) LEAP-1B-72-00-0193-01A- 930A-D, Issue 003, dated November 5, 2018. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7250, Turbine Section. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by the discovery of a quality escape at a manufacturing facility involving unapproved welds on HPT cases. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the HPT case. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in engine fire and damage to the airplane. [[Page 61531]] (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions (1) After the effective date of this AD, remove the affected HPT case from service no later than the number of cycles in service specified in Table 1 or Table 2 of Planning Information, paragraph 3.A., of CFM SB LEAP-1B-72-00-0193-01A-930A-D, Issue 003, dated November 5, 2018. (2) After removing the HPT case as required in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, and before further flight, determine if the combustor diffuser nozzle (CDN) case, P/N 2548M30G01 to 2548M30G07, inclusive, and with any CDN case S/N listed in Table 1 or Table 2 of Planning Information, paragraph 3.A., of CFM SB LEAP-1B-72-00-0193-01A-930A- D, Issue 003, dated November 5, 2018, needs to be replaced as follows: (i) Inspect the HPT case forward flange outer diameter using the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraphs 5.B.(1), 5.B.(2), and 5.B.(4) of CFM SB LEAP-1B-72-00-0193-01A-930A-D, Issue 003, dated November 5, 2018. (ii) If, during the inspection required by paragraph (g)(2)(i) of this AD, you find an HPT case forward flange cracked across the full axial length of the outer diameter, remove the CDN case, P/N 2548M30G01 to 2548M30G07, inclusive, from service and, before further flight, replace with a part eligible for installation. (h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i) of this AD. You may email your request to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (i) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Christopher McGuire, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7120; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected]. (j) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) CFM Service Bulletin LEAP-1B-72-00-0193-01A-930A-D, Issue 003, dated November 5, 2018. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For CFM service information identified in this AD, contact CFM International Inc., Aviation Operations Center, 1 Neumann Way, M/D Room 285, Cincinnati, OH 45125; phone: 877-432-3272; fax: 877- 432-3329; email: [email protected]. (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7759. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on November 26, 2018. Robert J. Ganley, Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-26026 Filed 11-29-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room We are issuing this AD to address the
November 27, 2018. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, unsafe condition on these products.
Robert J. Ganley, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m.
Related Service Information Under 1
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. CFR Part 51
except Federal holidays.
[FR Doc. 2018–26038 Filed 11–29–18; 8:45 am] For service information identified in We reviewed CFM Service Bulletin
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P this final rule, contact CFM (SB) LEAP–1B–72–00–0193–01A–
International Inc., Aviation Operations 930A–D, Issue 003, dated November 5,
Center, 1 Neumann Way, M/D Room 2018. The SB describes procedures for
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 285, Cincinnati, OH 45125; phone: 877– removing the affected HPT cases from
432–3272; fax: 877–432–3329; email: the engine. This service information is
Federal Aviation Administration aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com. You may reasonably available because the
view this service information at the interested parties have access to it
14 CFR Part 39 FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards through their normal course of business
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0869; Product Branch, 1200 District Avenue, or by the means identified in the
Identifier 2018–NE–32–AD; Amendment 39– Burlington, MA 01803. For information ADDRESSES section.
19435; AD 2018–20–01] on the availability of this material at the FAA’s Determination
RIN 2120–AA64 FAA, call 781–238–7759. It is also
available on the internet at http:// We are issuing this AD because we
www.regulations.gov by searching for evaluated all the relevant information
Airworthiness Directives; CFM
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– and determined the unsafe condition
International S.A. Turbofan Engines
0869. described previously is likely to exist or
AGENCY: Federal Aviation develop in other products of the same
Administration (FAA), DOT. Examining the AD Docket type design.
ACTION: Final rule; request for You may examine the AD docket on AD Requirements
comments. the internet at http://
www.regulations.gov by searching for This AD requires removal of the
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new affected HPT cases from service and
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
airworthiness directive (AD) for all CFM their replacement with a part eligible for
0869; or in person at Docket Operations
International S.A. (CFM) LEAP–1B21, installation.
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
LEAP–1B23, LEAP–1B25, LEAP–1B27,
through Friday, except Federal holidays. FAA’s Justification and Determination
LEAP–1B28, LEAP–1B28B1, LEAP–
The AD docket contains this final rule, of the Effective Date
1B28B2, LEAP–1B28B2C, LEAP–
the regulatory evaluation, any
1B28B3, LEAP–1B28BBJ1, and LEAP– An unsafe condition exists that
comments received, and other
1B28BBJ2 turbofan engines with a requires the immediate adoption of this
information. The street address for the
certain high-pressure turbine (HPT) AD without providing an opportunity
Docket Operations (phone: 800–647–
stator case (HPT cases) installed. This for public comments prior to adoption.
5527) is listed above. Comments will be
AD requires removal of affected HPT The FAA has found that the risk to the
available in the AD docket shortly after
cases from service and their flying public justifies waiving notice
receipt.
replacement with a part eligible for and comment prior to the adoption of
installation. This AD was prompted by FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: this rule because the compliance time
the discovery of a quality escape at a Christopher McGuire, Aerospace for the required action is shorter than
manufacturing facility involving Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 the time necessary for the public to
unapproved welds on HPT cases. We District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; comment and for us to publish the final
are issuing this AD to address the unsafe phone: 781–238–7120; fax: 781–238– rule. Certain HPTs cases must be
condition on these products. 7199; email: chris.mcguire@faa.gov. removed within 200 cycles after the
DATES: This AD is effective December SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: effective date of this AD to ensure they
17, 2018. Discussion do not fail. Therefore, we find good
The Director of the Federal Register cause that notice and opportunity for
approved the incorporation by reference We learned from CFM of a quality prior public comment are impracticable.
of a certain publication listed in this AD escape at one of their suppliers, AECC In addition, for the reason stated above,
as of December 17, 2018. Aero Science and Technology Co., Ltd., we find that good cause exists for
We must receive comments on this which was performing welds on newly- making this amendment effective in less
AD by January 14, 2019. manufactured components to correct than 30 days.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, errors introduced in their manufacturing
process. These welds were not reviewed Comments Invited
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following or approved by either CFM or the FAA. This AD is a final rule that involves
methods: CFM’s review of manufacturing records requirements affecting flight safety and
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to determined that these parts include HPT was not preceded by notice and an
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the cases installed on CFM LEAP–1B opportunity for public comment.
instructions for submitting comments. turbofan engines. These HPT cases are However, we invite you to send any
• Fax: 202–493–2251. life limited. The unapproved repairs written data, views, or arguments about
• Mail: U.S. Department of reduced the material capability of these this final rule. Send your comments to
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Transportation, Docket Operations, M– cases which requires their removal prior an address listed under the ADDRESSES
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room to reaching their published section. Include the docket number
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Airworthiness Limitation Section life FAA–2018–0869 and Product Identifier
Washington, DC 20590. limit. This condition, if not addressed, 2018–NE–32–AD at the beginning of
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of could result in failure of the HPT case, your comments. We specifically invite
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– engine fire, and damage to the airplane. comments on the overall regulatory,
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economic, environmental, and energy www.regulations.gov, including any Costs of Compliance
aspects of this final rule. We will personal information you provide. We
consider all comments received by the will also post a report summarizing each We estimate that this AD affects two
closing date and may amend this final substantive verbal contact we receive engines installed on airplanes of U.S.
rule because of those comments. registry.
about this final rule.
We will post all comments we We estimate the following costs to
receive, without change, to http:// comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on
Action Labor cost Parts cost product U.S. operators
Remove HPT case and FPI of forward flange 1000 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85,000 .... $179,400 $264,400 $528,800
We estimate the following costs to do be required based on the results of the determining the number of aircraft that
any necessary replacements that would inspection. We have no way of might need this replacement:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Replace combustion case assembly ............................ 10 work-hours × $85 per hour = $850 ......................... $558,800 $559,650
Authority for This Rulemaking 13132. This AD will not have a § 39.13 [Amended]
Title 49 of the United States Code substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue the following new airworthiness
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, government and the States, or on the
directive (AD):
section 106, describes the authority of distribution of power and
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: responsibilities among the various 2018–20–01 CFM International S.A.:
Aviation Programs’’ describes in more levels of government. Amendment 39–19435; Docket No.
FAA–2018–0869; Product Identifier
detail the scope of the Agency’s For the reasons discussed above, I 2018–NE–32–AD.
authority. certify that this AD:
We are issuing this rulemaking under (a) Effective Date
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
the authority described in Subtitle VII, This AD is effective December 17, 2018.
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under (b) Affected ADs
section, Congress charges the FAA with DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures None.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
air commerce by prescribing regulations (c) Applicability
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
for practices, methods, and procedures in Alaska, and This AD applies to CFM International S.A.
the Administrator finds necessary for (CFM) LEAP–1B21, LEAP–1B23, LEAP–
safety in air commerce. This regulation (4) Will not have a significant 1B25, LEAP–1B27, LEAP–1B28, LEAP–
is within the scope of that authority economic impact, positive or negative, 1B28B1, LEAP–1B28B2, LEAP–1B28B2C,
because it addresses an unsafe condition on a substantial number of small entities LEAP–1B28B3, LEAP–1B28BBJ1, and LEAP–
that is likely to exist or develop on under the criteria of the Regulatory 1B28BBJ2 turbofan engines with a high-
products identified in this rulemaking Flexibility Act. pressure turbine (HPT) stator case (HPT
action. case), part number (P/N) 2541M81G01
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 installed, and with any HPT case serial
This AD is issued in accordance with
authority delegated by the Executive Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation number (S/N) listed in Table 1 or Table 2 of
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, safety, Incorporation by reference, Planning Information, paragraph 3.A., of
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. CFM Service Bulletin (SB) LEAP–1B–72–00–
Safety.
In accordance with that order, issuance 0193–01A–930A–D, Issue 003, dated
of ADs is normally a function of the Adoption of the Amendment November 5, 2018.
Compliance and Airworthiness Accordingly, under the authority (d) Subject
Division, but during this transition delegated to me by the Administrator, Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
period, the Executive Director has the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Code 7250, Turbine Section.
delegated the authority to issue ADs
follows: (e) Unsafe Condition
applicable to engines, propellers, and
associated appliances to the Manager,
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS This AD was prompted by the discovery of
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, DIRECTIVES a quality escape at a manufacturing facility
Policy and Innovation Division. involving unapproved welds on HPT cases.
We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of
Regulatory Findings ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
the HPT case. The unsafe condition, if not
This AD will not have federalism continues to read as follows: addressed, could result in engine fire and
implications under Executive Order Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. damage to the airplane.
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(f) Compliance (i) CFM Service Bulletin LEAP–1B–72–00– and click ‘‘SEARCH’’. Click on Open
Comply with this AD within the 0193–01A–930A–D, Issue 003, dated Docket Folder on the line associated
compliance times specified, unless already November 5, 2018. with this deviation.
done. (ii) [Reserved]
(3) For CFM service information identified FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
(g) Required Actions in this AD, contact CFM International Inc., you have questions on this temporary
(1) After the effective date of this AD, Aviation Operations Center, 1 Neumann deviation, call or email Mr. Michael
remove the affected HPT case from service no Way, M/D Room 285, Cincinnati, OH 45125; Thorogood, Bridge Administration
later than the number of cycles in service phone: 877–432–3272; fax: 877–432–3329; Branch Fifth District, Coast Guard,
specified in Table 1 or Table 2 of Planning email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com. telephone 757–398–6557, email
(4) You may view this service information Michael.R.Thorogood@uscg.mil.
Information, paragraph 3.A., of CFM SB
at FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards
LEAP–1B–72–00–0193–01A–930A–D, Issue SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The City
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
003, dated November 5, 2018. of Chesapeake owner and operator of
MA 01803. For information on the
(2) After removing the HPT case as the S168/Great Bridge bridge has
availability of this material at the FAA, call
required in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, and requested a temporary deviation from
781–238–7759.
before further flight, determine if the
combustor diffuser nozzle (CDN) case, P/N
(5) You may view this service information the current operating regulations to
that is incorporated by reference at the ensure the safety of the increased
2548M30G01 to 2548M30G07, inclusive, and
National Archives and Records volumes of spectators that will be
with any CDN case S/N listed in Table 1 or Administration (NARA). For information on
Table 2 of Planning Information, paragraph participating in the Annual Chesapeake
the availability of this material at NARA, call
3.A., of CFM SB LEAP–1B–72–00–0193– Rotary Christmas Parade on Saturday,
202–741–6030, or go to: http://
01A–930A–D, Issue 003, dated November 5, www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- December 1, 2018. The S168/Great
2018, needs to be replaced as follows: locations.html. Bridge Bridge carries SR 168/Battlefield
(i) Inspect the HPT case forward flange Boulevard South over the Atlantic
outer diameter using the Accomplishment Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
Intracoastal Waterway (AICW),
Instructions, paragraphs 5.B.(1), 5.B.(2), and November 26, 2018.
Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal, mile
5.B.(4) of CFM SB LEAP–1B–72–00–0193– Robert J. Ganley,
01A–930A–D, Issue 003, dated November 5,
12.0, at Chesapeake, VA. This bridge is
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards a double bascule drawbridge and has a
2018. Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
(ii) If, during the inspection required by vertical clearance of 8 feet above mean
[FR Doc. 2018–26026 Filed 11–29–18; 8:45 am] high water in the closed position. The
paragraph (g)(2)(i) of this AD, you find an
HPT case forward flange cracked across the BILLING CODE 4910–13–P bridge has an unlimited vertical
full axial length of the outer diameter, clearance in the open position.
remove the CDN case, P/N 2548M30G01 to The current operating regulation is set
2548M30G07, inclusive, from service and, DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND out in 33 CFR 117.997(g). Under this
before further flight, replace with a part SECURITY temporary deviation, the bridge will be
eligible for installation. maintained in the closed-to-navigation
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance Coast Guard position from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and from
(AMOCs) 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday,
33 CFR Part 117 December 1, 2018.
(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, FAA, has
the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, [Docket No. USCG–2018–1035] The AICW, Albemarle and
if requested using the procedures found in 14 Chesapeake Canal, is used by a variety
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, Drawbridge Operation Regulation; of vessels including U.S. government
send your request to your principal inspector Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, vessels, small commercial vessels,
or local Flight Standards District Office, as Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal, recreational vessels and tug and barge
appropriate. If sending information directly Chesapeake, VA traffic. The Coast Guard has carefully
to the manager of the certification office,
considered the nature and volume of
send it to the attention of the person AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.
identified in paragraph (i) of this AD. You vessel traffic on the waterway in
ACTION:Notice of deviation from publishing this temporary deviation.
may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@ drawbridge regulation.
faa.gov. Vessels able to pass through the
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, SUMMARY: The Coast Guard has issued a bridge in the closed-to-navigation
notify your appropriate principal inspector, temporary deviation from the operating position may do so at any time. The
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
schedule that governs the S168/Great bridge will be able to open for
of the local flight standards district office/ emergencies and there is no immediate
certificate holding district office. Bridge bridge. This bridge carries SR168
(Battlefield Boulevard South) over the alternative route for vessels unable to
(i) Related Information Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway (AICW), pass through the bridge in the closed
For more information about this AD, Albemarle and Chesapeake Canal, mile position. The Coast Guard will also
contact Christopher McGuire, Aerospace 12.0, at Chesapeake, VA. The deviation inform the users of the waterway
Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District is necessary to facilitate the Annual through our Local and Broadcast
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781– Chesapeake Rotary Christmas Parade. Notices to Mariners of the change in
238–7120; fax: 781–238–7199; email: This deviation allows the bridge to operating schedule for the bridge so that
chris.mcguire@faa.gov.
remain in the closed-to-navigation vessel operators can arrange their
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference position. transits to minimize any impact caused
by the temporary deviation.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register DATES: The deviation is effective from 4 In accordance with 33 CFR 117.35(e),
amozie on DSK3GDR082PROD with RULES
approved the incorporation by reference p.m. to 10 p.m., on Saturday, December
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
the drawbridge must return to its regular
1, 2018. operating schedule immediately at the
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51. ADDRESSES: The docket for this end of the effective period of this
(2) You must use this service information deviation, USCG–2018–1035 is available temporary deviation. This deviation
as applicable to do the actions required by at http://www.regulations.gov. Type the from the operating regulations is
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. docket number in the ‘‘SEARCH’’ box authorized under 33 CFR 117.35.
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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; request for comments. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective December 17, 2018. | |
| Contact | Christopher McGuire, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7120; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 61529 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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