83 FR 7964 - Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 37 (February 23, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 37 (February 23, 2018)
| Page Range | 7964-7968 | |
| FR Document | 2018-03434 |
[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 37 (Friday, February 23, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 7964-7968] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-03434] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0774; Product Identifier 2017-NM-036-AD; Amendment 39-19201; AD 2018-04-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012-12-05, which applied to all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, - 300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. AD 2012-12-05 required repetitive inspections for cracking under the stop fittings and intercostal flanges and for cracking of the intercostal web, attachment clips, stringer splice channels, frame, reinforcement angle, shear web, frame outer chord and inner chord; a one-time inspection to detect missing fasteners; repetitive inspections of the cargo barrier net fitting for cracking; repetitive inspections for cracking of the stringer S-15L aft intercostal; and repair or corrective action if necessary. For certain airplanes, this AD adds new repetitive inspections of certain areas of the frame inner chord, and applicable on-condition actions. This AD was prompted by reports of additional cracking in locations not covered by the inspections in AD 2012-12-05. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective March 30, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of March 30, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of July 23, 2012 (77 FR 36139, June 18, 2012). The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of September 9, 2009 (74 FR 38901, August 5, 2009). ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; telephone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.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-2017- 0774. 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- 0774; or in person at the Docket Management Facility 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 the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5324; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected]. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: [[Page 7965]] Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2012-12-05, Amendment 39-17084 (77 FR 36139, June 18, 2012) (``AD 2012-12-05''). AD 2012-12-05 applied to all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on August 15, 2017 (82 FR 38637). The NPRM was prompted by reports of additional cracking in locations not covered by the inspections in AD 2012-12-05. The NPRM proposed to continue to require repetitive inspections for cracking under the stop fittings and intercostal flanges and for cracking of the intercostal web, attachment clips, stringer splice channels, frame, reinforcement angle, shear web, frame outer chord and inner chord; a one-time inspection to detect missing fasteners; repetitive inspections of the cargo barrier net fitting for cracking; repetitive inspections for cracking of the stringer S-15L aft intercostal; and repair or corrective action if necessary. For certain airplanes, the NPRM also proposed to add new repetitive inspections of certain areas of the frame inner chord, and applicable on-condition actions. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the intercostals on the forward and aft sides of the forward entry door cutout, which could result in loss of the forward entry door and rapid decompression of the airplane. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Support for the NPRM The Boeing Company supported the NPRM. Effect of Winglets on Accomplishing the Proposed Actions Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not affect the actions specified in the NPRM. We agree with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of the proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this AD to state that installation of STC ST01219SE does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. Request To Add AMOC Language Southwest Airlines (SWA) asked that a note be added to paragraph (s) of the proposed AD to provide provisions for AMOCs previously approved for AD 2012-12-05. SWA stated that the language in paragraph (s) of the proposed AD does not account for AMOCs previously approved for AD 2012-12-05. We agree with the commenter's request. We have added paragraphs (s)(5) and (s)(6) to this AD to include approval of AMOCs previously approved for AD 2012-12-05. Change to Final Rule We have revised paragraph (r) of this AD to provide credit for the actions specified in paragraphs (i), (j), and (m) of this AD, if those actions were performed before September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-16-14, Amendment 39-15987 (74 FR 38901, August 5, 2009)), using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described previously, and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting 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 AD. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016. The service information describes procedures for, among other actions, repetitive inspections of the fastener holes in the station (STA) 351.2 frame inner chord at stringer S-17L, and applicable on-condition actions. 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 411 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspections for cracking under 18 work-hours x $85 $0 $1,530 per $628,830 per the stop fittings and per hour = $1,530 inspection cycle. inspection cycle. intercostal flanges [retained per inspection actions from AD 2012-12-05] (411 cycle. airplanes). Inspection of areas forward of 2 work-hours x $85 0 $170 per inspection $69,870 per the aft entry door [retained per hour = $170 cycle. inspection cycle. actions from AD 2012-12-05] (411 per inspection airplanes). cycle. Inspection of areas aft of the 1 work-hour x $85 0 $85 per inspection $34,935 per forward entry door [retained per hour = $85 per cycle. inspection cycle. actions from AD 2012-12-05] (411 inspection cycle. airplanes). Inspection for missing fasteners 1 work-hour x $85 476 $561............... $230,571. [retained actions from AD 2012- per hour = $85. 12-05] (411 airplanes). Inspection of fastener holes (new 27 work-hours x $85 0 $2,295 per $367,200 per action) (160 airplanes). per hour = $2,295 inspection cycle. inspection cycle. per inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repairs that are required based on the results of the inspections. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these repairs: [[Page 7966]] On-Condition Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Action Labor cost Parts cost product ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Repair of cracking done in accordance with 24 work-hours x $85 per hour = $11,856 $13,896 Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240. $2,040. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that enables us to provide cost estimates for the other on-condition corrective 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 have 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 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012-12-05, Amendment 39-17084 (77 FR 36139, June 18, 2012), and adding the following new AD: 2018-04-06 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19201; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0774; Product Identifier 2017-NM-036-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective March 30, 2018. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2012-12-05, Amendment 39-17084 (77 FR 36139, June 18, 2012) (``AD 2012-12-05''). (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, - 200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in any category. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (http://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/ rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/$FILE/ST01219SE.pdf) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of cracking of the station (STA) 348.2 frame above the two outboard fasteners attaching the frame inner chord and door stop fittings, and in the outboard chord at stringer S-16L; missing fasteners in the STA 348.2 frame inner chord; and additional cracking in locations not covered by the inspections in AD 2012-12-05. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the intercostals on the forward and aft sides of the forward entry door cutout, which could result in loss of the forward entry door and rapid decompression of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Initial Compliance Time for Model 737-100, -200, -200C, - 300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. For all Model 737-100, -200, -200C, - 300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007: Before the accumulation of 15,000 total flight cycles, or within 4,500 flight cycles after November 1, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-20-03, Amendment 39-14296 (70 FR 56361, September 27, 2005) (``AD 2005-20-03'')), whichever occurs later: Do the inspections required by paragraphs (i) and (j) of this AD. (h) Retained Initial Compliance Time for Model 737-200C Series Airplanes, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (j) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. For all Model 737-200C series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737- 53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007: Before the accumulation of 15,000 total flight cycles, or within 4,500 flight cycles after September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-16-14, Amendment 39-15987 (74 FR 38901, August 5, 2009) (``AD 2009-16-14'')), whichever occurs later, do the inspection required by paragraph (k) of this AD. (i) Retained Initial Inspection for Group 1 Configuration Airplanes, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (k) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. For Group 1 airplanes identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007: Perform a [[Page 7967]] detailed inspection for cracking of the intercostal web, attachment clips, and stringer splice channels; and a high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspection for cracking of the stringer splice channels located forward and aft of the forward entry door; and do all applicable corrective actions before further flight; in accordance with Parts 1 and 2 of the Work Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003, or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or in accordance with Parts 1, 2, 4, and 5 of the Work Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010. After September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-16-14), and until July 23, 2012 (the effective date of AD 2012-12-05), Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737- 53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010; may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. As of July 23, 2012, only Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010, may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. (j) Retained Initial Inspection for Cargo Configuration Airplanes (Forward of the Forward Entry Door), With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (l) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. For Group 2 cargo airplanes identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007: Perform a detailed inspection for cracking of the intercostal webs and attachment clips located forward of the forward entry door, and do all applicable corrective actions before further flight, in accordance with Part 3 of the Work Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003, or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or in accordance with Part 3 of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010. After September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-16-14), and until July 23, 2012 (the effective date of AD 2012-12-05), Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010; may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. As of July 23, 2012, only Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010, may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. (k) Retained Initial Inspection for Cargo Configuration Airplanes (Aft of the Forward Entry Door), With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (m) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. For Group 2 cargo airplanes identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007: Perform a detailed inspection for cracking of the intercostal webs and attachment clips located aft of the forward entry door, and do all applicable corrective actions before further flight, in accordance with Part 4 of the Work Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or in accordance with Part 3 of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010. As of July 23, 2012 (the effective date of AD 2012-12-05), only Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010, may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. (l) Retained Repetitive Inspections, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (n) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. Repeat the inspections required by paragraphs (i), (j), and (k) of this AD thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6,000 flight cycles after the previous inspection, or within 3,000 flight cycles after September 9, 2009, whichever occurs later. (m) Retained Exceptions to Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (o) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. Do the actions required by paragraphs (g), (h), (i), (j), (k), and (l) of this AD by accomplishing all the applicable actions specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003; Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010; except as provided by paragraphs (m)(1) and (m)(2) of this AD. After September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-16-14), and until July 23, 2012 (the effective date of AD 2012-12-05), Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010; may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. As of July 23, 2012, only Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010, may be used to accomplish the actions required by this paragraph. (1) Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003; Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010; specifies to contact Boeing for repair instructions: Before further flight, repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (s) of this AD. (2) Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; specifies a compliance time relative to the date of a service bulletin, this AD requires compliance relative to September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-16-14). Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53- 1204, dated June 19, 2003; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737- 53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007; specifies a compliance time relative to the date of the initial release of a service bulletin, this AD requires compliance relative to November 1, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-20-03). (n) Retained Exceptions to Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, Dated June 24, 2010, With No Changes This paragraph restates exceptions to Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010, specified in paragraph (r) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. (1) The access and restoration instructions identified in the Work Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010, are not required by this AD. Operators may perform those actions in accordance with approved maintenance procedures. (2) The use of Boeing Drawing 65-88700 is not allowed when accomplishing the actions required by this AD in accordance with the Work Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010. (o) Retained Initial and Repetitive Inspections of the S-15L Aft Intercostal and Cargo Barrier Net Fitting for Model 737-200C Series Airplanes, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (s) of AD 2012-12-05, with no changes. For Group 2 airplanes identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010: Before the accumulation of 15,000 total flight cycles, or within 4,500 flight cycles after July 23, 2012 (the effective date of AD 2012-12-05), whichever occurs later, do initial detailed and HFEC inspections for cracking of the S-15L aft intercostal between body station (BS) 348.2 and BS 360, and do a detailed inspection of the cargo barrier net fitting at the intercostal, in accordance with Figure 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010. If any cracking is found, before further flight, repair using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (s) of this AD. Repeat the inspections thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6,000 flight cycles. (p) Actions for Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, Dated November 2, 2016, Including New Repetitive Inspections of Certain Fastener Holes (1) For airplanes identified as Group 1 and Group 3 in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016: Except as required by paragraph (q) of this AD, at the applicable times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016, do all applicable actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737- 53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016. (2) For airplanes identified as Group 2 in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016: Within 120 days after the effective date of this AD, do actions to correct the unsafe condition using a method approved in accordance with [[Page 7968]] the procedures specified in paragraph (s) of this AD. (q) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications (1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016, uses the phrase ``after the Revision 2 date of this service bulletin,'' for purposes of determining compliance with the requirements of this AD, the phrase ``after the effective date of this AD'' must be used. (2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016, specifies contacting Boeing, and specifies that action as RC: This AD requires using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph(s) of this AD. (r) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraphs (i), (j), and (m) of this AD, if those actions were performed before September 9, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009- 16-14, Amendment 39-15987 (74 FR 38901, August 5, 2009)), using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-53-1204, dated June 19, 2003. (2) This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (p) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737- 53A1240, Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010, provided the conditions specified in paragraphs (r)(2)(i) and (r)(2)(ii) of this AD are met and except as provided by paragraph (r)(2)(iii) of this AD. Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010, was incorporated by reference in AD 2012-12-05. (i) Note 1 of paragraph 3.A of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010, was disregarded when accomplishing the actions. (ii) Boeing Drawing 65-88700 was not used when accomplishing the actions in accordance with the Work Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010. (iii) The access and restoration instructions identified in the Work Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010, are not required. Operators are allowed to perform those actions in accordance with approved maintenance procedures. (s) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO 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 (t)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) Except as required by paragraph (q)(2) of this AD: For service information that contains steps that are labeled as RC, the provisions of paragraphs (s)(4)(i) and (s)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (5) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2012-12-05 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g) through (o) of this AD. (6) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2012-12-05 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016, that are required by paragraph (p)(1) of this AD. (t) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627- 5324; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected]. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (u)(6) and (u)(7) of this AD. (u) 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. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on March 30, 2018. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, 2016. (ii) Reserved. (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on July 23, 2012 (77 FR 36139, June 18, 2012). (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010. (ii) Reserved. (5) The following service information was approved for IBR on September 9, 2009 (74 FR 38901, August 5, 2009). (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007. (ii) Reserved. (6) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740; telephone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. (7) You may view this service information at 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. (8) 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 Renton, Washington, on February 9, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-03434 Filed 2-22-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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union for a reporting period in the which the Board declares an NCUSIF cracking in locations not covered by the
calendar year. For purposes of equity distribution by the selling inspections in AD 2012–12–05. We are
calculating the financial institution’s federally insured credit union on its issuing this AD to address the unsafe
average amount of insured shares, the quarterly Call Reports filed prior to the condition on these products.
financial institution shall be treated as consummation of the purchase and
having no insured shares for reporting DATES: This AD is effective March 30,
assumption transaction shall be
periods following the date of 2018.
combined with the insured shares
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coverage. For purposes of this insured credit union’s quarterly Call approved the incorporation by reference
subparagraph, a financial institution Reports. of a certain publication listed in this AD
that terminates federal share insurance (c) Expiration. This section shall as of March 30, 2018.
coverage from the NCUSIF through expire and no longer be applicable after The Director of the Federal Register
liquidation will be treated as December 31, 2022. approved the incorporation by reference
terminating federal share insurance of a certain other publication listed in
coverage during the calendar year when Appendix A to Part 71 [Removed]
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(D) Mergers between federally insured
credit unions. A continuing federally Appendices B and C to Part 71 The Director of the Federal Register
insured credit union that merges with a [Redesignated as as Appendices A and approved the incorporation by reference
federally insured credit union shall B to Part 71] of a certain other publication listed in
receive an equity distribution equivalent this AD as of September 9, 2009 (74 FR
■ 5. Redesignate appendix B and 38901, August 5, 2009).
to what the continuing federally insured appendix C as appendix A and
credit union and the merging federally appendix B, respectively. ADDRESSES: For service information
insured credit union would have identified in this final rule, contact
[FR Doc. 2018–03622 Filed 2–22–18; 8:45 am]
received separately but for the Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
consummation of the merger provided BILLING CODE 7535–01–P
Attention: Contractual & Data Services
that the merging federally insured credit (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC
union has filed at least one quarterly 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740;
Call Report as a federally insured credit DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
telephone: 562–797–1717; internet:
union for a reporting period in the https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You
calendar year for which the Board Federal Aviation Administration
may view this service information at the
declares the distribution. For purposes FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200
of calculating the continuing federally 14 CFR Part 39
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
insured credit union’s average amount [Docket No. FAA–2017–0774; Product information on the availability of this
of insured shares, any insured shares Identifier 2017–NM–036–AD; Amendment material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
previously reported by the merging 39–19201; AD 2018–04–06]
It is also available on the internet at
federally insured credit union on its RIN 2120–AA64 http://www.regulations.gov by searching
quarterly Call Reports filed prior to the for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
consummation of the merger during that Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing 0774.
calendar year for which the Board Company Airplanes
declares the distribution shall be Examining the AD Docket
combined with the insured shares AGENCY: Federal Aviation
reported on the continuing federally Administration (FAA), DOT. You may examine the AD docket on
insured credit union’s quarterly Call ACTION: Final rule. the internet at http://
Reports. www.regulations.gov by searching for
(E) Purchase and assumption SUMMARY: We are superseding and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
transactions. A federally insured credit Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012–12– 0774; or in person at the Docket
union that acquires all of the insured 05, which applied to all The Boeing Management Facility between 9 a.m.
shares of another federally insured Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C, and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
credit union in the calendar year for –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. except Federal holidays. The AD docket
which the Board declares an NCUSIF AD 2012–12–05 required repetitive contains this final rule, the regulatory
equity distribution shall receive an inspections for cracking under the stop evaluation, any comments received, and
amount equivalent to what the acquiring fittings and intercostal flanges and for other information. The address for the
federally insured credit union and the cracking of the intercostal web, Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
selling federally insured credit union attachment clips, stringer splice Docket Management Facility, U.S.
would have received but for the channels, frame, reinforcement angle, Department of Transportation, Docket
consummation of the purchase and shear web, frame outer chord and inner Operations, M–30, West Building
assumption transaction provided that chord; a one-time inspection to detect Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
the selling federally insured credit missing fasteners; repetitive inspections New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
union has filed at least one quarterly of the cargo barrier net fitting for 20590.
Call Report as a federally insured credit cracking; repetitive inspections for
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
union for a reporting period in the cracking of the stringer S–15L aft
Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer,
intercostal; and repair or corrective
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calendar year for which the Board
Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles
declares an NCUSIF equity distribution. action if necessary. For certain
ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount
For purposes of calculating the airplanes, this AD adds new repetitive
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137;
acquiring federally insured credit inspections of certain areas of the frame
phone: 562–627–5324; fax: 562–627–
union’s average amount of insured inner chord, and applicable on-
5210; email: galib.abumeri@faa.gov.
shares, any insured shares previously condition actions. This AD was
reported during that calendar year for prompted by reports of additional SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Discussion Support for the NPRM (the effective date of AD 2009–16–14,
The Boeing Company supported the Amendment 39–15987 (74 FR 38901,
We issued a notice of proposed August 5, 2009)), using Boeing Special
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR NPRM.
Attention Service Bulletin 737–53–
part 39 to supersede AD 2012–12–05, Effect of Winglets on Accomplishing the 1204, dated June 19, 2003.
Amendment 39–17084 (77 FR 36139, Proposed Actions
June 18, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012–12–05’’). AD Conclusion
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
2012–12–05 applied to all The Boeing We reviewed the relevant data,
accomplishing the Supplemental Type
Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C, considered the comments received, and
Certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not
–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. determined that air safety and the
affect the actions specified in the
The NPRM published in the Federal public interest require adopting this AD
NPRM.
Register on August 15, 2017 (82 FR with the changes described previously,
We agree with the commenter. We
38637). The NPRM was prompted by and minor editorial changes. We have
have redesignated paragraph (c) of the
reports of additional cracking in determined that these minor changes:
proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this
locations not covered by the inspections • Are consistent with the intent that
AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this
in AD 2012–12–05. The NPRM was proposed in the NPRM for
AD to state that installation of STC
proposed to continue to require correcting the unsafe condition; and
ST01219SE does not affect the ability to
repetitive inspections for cracking under • Do not add any additional burden
accomplish the actions required by this
the stop fittings and intercostal flanges upon the public than was already
AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which
and for cracking of the intercostal web, proposed in the NPRM.
STC ST01219SE is installed, a ‘‘change
attachment clips, stringer splice We also determined that these
in product’’ alternative method of
channels, frame, reinforcement angle, changes will not increase the economic
compliance (AMOC) approval request is
shear web, frame outer chord and inner burden on any operator or increase the
not necessary to comply with the
chord; a one-time inspection to detect scope of this AD.
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
missing fasteners; repetitive inspections
of the cargo barrier net fitting for Request To Add AMOC Language Related Service Information Under 1
cracking; repetitive inspections for CFR Part 51
Southwest Airlines (SWA) asked that
cracking of the stringer S–15L aft a note be added to paragraph (s) of the We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
intercostal; and repair or corrective proposed AD to provide provisions for Bulletin 737–53A1240, Revision 2,
action if necessary. For certain AMOCs previously approved for AD dated November 2, 2016. The service
airplanes, the NPRM also proposed to 2012–12–05. SWA stated that the information describes procedures for,
add new repetitive inspections of language in paragraph (s) of the among other actions, repetitive
certain areas of the frame inner chord, proposed AD does not account for inspections of the fastener holes in the
and applicable on-condition actions. We AMOCs previously approved for AD station (STA) 351.2 frame inner chord at
are issuing this AD to detect and correct 2012–12–05. stringer S–17L, and applicable on-
fatigue cracking of the intercostals on We agree with the commenter’s condition actions. This service
the forward and aft sides of the forward request. We have added paragraphs information is reasonably available
entry door cutout, which could result in (s)(5) and (s)(6) to this AD to include because the interested parties have
loss of the forward entry door and rapid approval of AMOCs previously access to it through their normal course
decompression of the airplane. approved for AD 2012–12–05. of business or by the means identified
Comments in the ADDRESSES section.
Change to Final Rule
We gave the public the opportunity to We have revised paragraph (r) of this Costs of Compliance
participate in developing this AD. The AD to provide credit for the actions We estimate that this AD affects 411
following presents the comments specified in paragraphs (i), (j), and (m) airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s of this AD, if those actions were the following costs to comply with this
response to each comment. performed before September 9, 2009 AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
Inspections for cracking under the stop fittings 18 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,530 per in- $0 $1,530 per inspection $628,830 per inspec-
and intercostal flanges [retained actions from spection cycle. cycle. tion cycle.
AD 2012–12–05] (411 airplanes).
Inspection of areas forward of the aft entry 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 per in- 0 $170 per inspection $69,870 per inspection
door [retained actions from AD 2012–12–05] spection cycle. cycle. cycle.
(411 airplanes).
Inspection of areas aft of the forward entry 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per inspec- 0 $85 per inspection $34,935 per inspection
door [retained actions from AD 2012–12–05] tion cycle. cycle. cycle.
(411 airplanes).
Inspection for missing fasteners [retained ac- 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ................... 476 $561 ............................ $230,571.
tions from AD 2012–12–05] (411 airplanes).
Inspection of fastener holes (new action) (160 27 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,295 per in- 0 $2,295 per inspection $367,200 per inspec-
airplanes). spection cycle. cycle. tion cycle.
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We estimate the following costs to do based on the results of the inspections. number of aircraft that might need these
any necessary repairs that are required We have no way of determining the repairs:
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ON-CONDITION COSTS
Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
Repair of cracking done in accordance with Boeing 24 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,040 ...................... $11,856 $13,896
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1240.
We have received no definitive data (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation (d) Subject
that enables us to provide cost estimates in Alaska, and Air Transport Association (ATA) of
for the other on-condition corrective (4) Will not have a significant America Code 53, Fuselage.
actions specified in this AD. economic impact, positive or negative, (e) Unsafe Condition
Authority for This Rulemaking on a substantial number of small entities This AD was prompted by reports of
under the criteria of the Regulatory cracking of the station (STA) 348.2 frame
Title 49 of the United States Code Flexibility Act. above the two outboard fasteners attaching
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue the frame inner chord and door stop fittings,
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 and in the outboard chord at stringer S–16L;
Section 106, describes the authority of Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation missing fasteners in the STA 348.2 frame
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, safety, Incorporation by reference, inner chord; and additional cracking in
Aviation Programs, describes in more locations not covered by the inspections in
Safety. AD 2012–12–05. We are issuing this AD to
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority. Adoption of the Amendment detect and correct fatigue cracking of the
intercostals on the forward and aft sides of
We are issuing this rulemaking under Accordingly, under the authority the forward entry door cutout, which could
the authority described in Subtitle VII, delegated to me by the Administrator, result in loss of the forward entry door and
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as rapid decompression of the airplane.
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that follows:
section, Congress charges the FAA with (f) Compliance
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Comply with this AD within the
air commerce by prescribing regulations compliance times specified, unless already
DIRECTIVES done.
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 (g) Retained Initial Compliance Time for
safety in air commerce. This regulation continues to read as follows: Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and
is within the scope of that authority –500 Series Airplanes, With No Changes
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
because it addresses an unsafe condition This paragraph restates the requirements of
that is likely to exist or develop on § 39.13 [Amended] paragraph (i) of AD 2012–12–05, with no
products identified in this rulemaking changes. For all Model 737–100, –200,
action. ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes,
This AD is issued in accordance with removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
2012–12–05, Amendment 39–17084 (77 737–53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26,
authority delegated by the Executive 2007: Before the accumulation of 15,000 total
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, FR 36139, June 18, 2012), and adding
the following new AD: flight cycles, or within 4,500 flight cycles
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. after November 1, 2005 (the effective date of
In accordance with that order, issuance 2018–04–06 The Boeing Company: AD 2005–20–03, Amendment 39–14296 (70
of ADs is normally a function of the Amendment 39–19201; Docket No. FR 56361, September 27, 2005) (‘‘AD 2005–
Compliance and Airworthiness FAA–2017–0774; Product Identifier 20–03’’)), whichever occurs later: Do the
Division, but during this transition 2017–NM–036–AD. inspections required by paragraphs (i) and (j)
period, the Executive Director has of this AD.
(a) Effective Date
delegated the authority to issue ADs This AD is effective March 30, 2018. (h) Retained Initial Compliance Time for
applicable to transport category Model 737–200C Series Airplanes, With No
airplanes to the Director of the System (b) Affected ADs Changes
Oversight Division. This AD replaces AD 2012–12–05, This paragraph restates the requirements of
Amendment 39–17084 (77 FR 36139, June paragraph (j) of AD 2012–12–05, with no
Regulatory Findings 18, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012–12–05’’). changes. For all Model 737–200C series
We have determined that this AD will (c) Applicability airplanes, as identified in Boeing Alert
not have federalism implications under Service Bulletin 737–53A1204, Revision 1,
(1) This AD applies to all The Boeing dated March 26, 2007: Before the
Executive Order 13132. This AD will Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C, accumulation of 15,000 total flight cycles, or
not have a substantial direct effect on –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes, within 4,500 flight cycles after September 9,
the States, on the relationship between certificated in any category. 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009–16–14,
the national government and the States, (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Amendment 39–15987 (74 FR 38901, August
or on the distribution of power and Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (http:// 5, 2009) (‘‘AD 2009–16–14’’)), whichever
responsibilities among the various rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_ occurs later, do the inspection required by
levels of government. Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257 paragraph (k) of this AD.
cb30045557a/$FILE/ST01219SE.pdf) does
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For the reasons discussed above, I (i) Retained Initial Inspection for Group 1
not affect the ability to accomplish the
certify that this AD: actions required by this AD. Therefore, for Configuration Airplanes, With No Changes
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is This paragraph restates the requirements of
action’’ under Executive Order 12866, installed, a ‘‘change in product’’ alternative paragraph (k) of AD 2012–12–05, with no
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under method of compliance (AMOC) approval changes. For Group 1 airplanes identified in
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures request is not necessary to comply with the Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1204,
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007: Perform a
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the procedures specified in paragraph (s) of of the local flight standards district office/ (4) The following service information was
this AD. certificate holding district office. approved for IBR on July 23, 2012 (77 FR
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable 36139, June 18, 2012).
(q) Exceptions to Service Information (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
level of safety may be used for any repair,
Specifications 53A1204, Revision 2, dated June 24, 2010.
modification, or alteration required by this
(1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin AD if it is approved by the Boeing (ii) Reserved.
737–53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, Commercial Airplanes Organization (5) The following service information was
2016, uses the phrase ‘‘after the Revision 2 Designation Authorization (ODA) that has approved for IBR on September 9, 2009 (74
date of this service bulletin,’’ for purposes of been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles FR 38901, August 5, 2009).
determining compliance with the ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
requirements of this AD, the phrase ‘‘after the 53A1204, Revision 1, dated March 26, 2007.
approved, the repair method, modification
effective date of this AD’’ must be used. (ii) Reserved.
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
(2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin (6) For service information identified in
737–53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD. this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
2016, specifies contacting Boeing, and Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
specifies that action as RC: This AD requires (4) Except as required by paragraph (q)(2)
of this AD: For service information that Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
using a method approved in accordance with MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740;
the procedures specified in paragraph(s) of contains steps that are labeled as RC, the
provisions of paragraphs (s)(4)(i) and (s)(4)(ii) telephone: 562–797–1717; internet: https://
this AD. www.myboeingfleet.com.
of this AD apply.
(r) Credit for Previous Actions (i) The steps labeled as RC, including (7) You may view this service information
at FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200
(1) This paragraph provides credit for the substeps under an RC step and any figures
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
actions specified in paragraphs (i), (j), and identified in an RC step, must be done to
information on the availability of this
(m) of this AD, if those actions were comply with the AD. If a step or substep is
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
performed before September 9, 2009 (the labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC
(8) You may view this service information
effective date of AD 2009–16–14, requirement is removed from that step or
that is incorporated by reference at the
Amendment 39–15987 (74 FR 38901, August substep. An AMOC is required for any
National Archives and Records
5, 2009)), using Boeing Special Attention deviations to RC steps, including substeps
Service Bulletin 737–53–1204, dated June 19, Administration (NARA). For information on
and identified figures.
2003. the availability of this material at NARA, call
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
deviated from using accepted methods in
actions specified in paragraph (p) of this AD, www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
accordance with the operator’s maintenance
if those actions were performed before the locations.html.
or inspection program without obtaining
effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, Issued in Renton, Washington, on February
Service Bulletin 737–53A1240, Revision 1, including substeps and identified figures, can 9, 2018.
dated June 29, 2010, provided the conditions still be done as specified, and the airplane Michael Kaszycki,
specified in paragraphs (r)(2)(i) and (r)(2)(ii) can be put back in an airworthy condition. Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
of this AD are met and except as provided (5) AMOCs approved previously for AD
by paragraph (r)(2)(iii) of this AD. Boeing Aircraft Certification Service.
2012–12–05 are approved as AMOCs for the
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1240, [FR Doc. 2018–03434 Filed 2–22–18; 8:45 am]
corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g)
Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010, was through (o) of this AD. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
incorporated by reference in AD 2012–12–05. (6) AMOCs approved previously for AD
(i) Note 1 of paragraph 3.A of the 2012–12–05 are approved as AMOCs for the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert corresponding provisions of Boeing Alert DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Service Bulletin 737–53A1240, Revision 1, Service Bulletin 737–53A1240, Revision 2,
dated June 29, 2010, was disregarded when Federal Aviation Administration
dated November 2, 2016, that are required by
accomplishing the actions.
paragraph (p)(1) of this AD.
(ii) Boeing Drawing 65–88700 was not used
when accomplishing the actions in
14 CFR Part 39
(t) Related Information
accordance with the Work Instructions of (1) For more information about this AD, [Docket No. FAA–2017–1021; Product
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1240, contact Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer, Identifier 2017–NM–052–AD; Amendment
Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010. 39–19198; AD 2018–04–03]
Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO
(iii) The access and restoration instructions
Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard,
identified in the Work Instructions of Boeing RIN 2120–AA64
Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627–
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1240,
5324; fax: 562–627–5210; email:
Revision 1, dated June 29, 2010, are not Airworthiness Directives; Fokker
required. Operators are allowed to perform galib.abumeri@faa.gov.
(2) Service information identified in this Services B.V. Airplanes
those actions in accordance with approved
maintenance procedures. AD that is not incorporated by reference is AGENCY: Federal Aviation
available at the addresses specified in
(s) Alternative Methods of Compliance paragraphs (u)(6) and (u)(7) of this AD.
Administration (FAA), Department of
(AMOCs) Transportation (DOT).
(u) Material Incorporated by Reference ACTION: Final rule.
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs (1) The Director of the Federal Register
for this AD, if requested using the procedures approved the incorporation by reference SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with (IBR) of the service information listed in this airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark
principal inspector or local Flight Standards part 51. 0100 airplanes. This AD was prompted
District Office, as appropriate. If sending (2) You must use this service information by a report that a jammed control cable
information directly to the manager of the as applicable to do the actions required by
prevented the full extension of the nose
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certification office, send it to the attention of this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(3) The following service information was
landing gear (LG). This AD requires a
the person identified in paragraph (t)(1) of
this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9- approved for IBR on March 30, 2018. general visual inspection of the LG
ANM-LAACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737– handle teleflex cable conduit connector
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, 53A1240, Revision 2, dated November 2, for the presence of a grease nipple, a
notify your appropriate principal inspector, 2016. maintenance records check of affected
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager (ii) Reserved. airplanes, a detailed inspection for
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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 March 30, 2018. | |
| Contact | Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5324; fax: 562-627- 5210; email: [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 7964 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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