Galley Carts and Containers, 29375 [05-10135]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 70, No. 97 / Friday, May 20, 2005 / Notices order demonstrate compliance with the requirements of §§ 25.785(b) and (d). DATES: The final policy was issued by the Transport Airplane Directorate on May 9, 2005. ADDRESSES: Address your comments to the individual identified under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeff Gardlin, Federal Aviation Administration, Transport Airplane Directorate, Transport Standards Staff, Airframe and Cabin Safety Branch, ANM–115, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98055–4056; telephone (425) 227–2136; fax (425) 227–1320; email: jeff.gardlin@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A notice of proposed policy was published in the Federal Register on July 22, 2003 (68 FR 43418). A notice reopening the comment period for an additional amount of time was published in the Federal Register on September 15, 2003 (68 FR 54042). Three (3) commenters responded to these requests for comments. Background The final policy provides FAA certification policy on conducting component level tests in order to demonstrate compliance with the requirements of §§ 25.785(b) and (d). Injurious item located within the headstrike zone can be assessed for occupant injury potential. These test methods are the product of an Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee recommendation and are harmonized with the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) and Transport Canada. The final policy as well as the disposition of comments received is available on the Internet at the following address: https://www.airweb.faa.gov/rgl. If you do not have access to the Internet, you can obtain a copy of the policy by contacting the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 9, 2005. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05–10134 Filed 5–19–05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–M DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration Galley Carts and Containers Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), (DOT). AGENCY: VerDate jul<14>2003 20:07 May 19, 2005 Jkt 205001 29375 ACTION: Notice of availability and request for public comment. meet in order for their product to be identified with TSO–C175 markings. This notice announces the availability of, and requests comment on proposed Technical Standard Order (TSO) C–175, Galley Carts and Containers. This proposed TSO tells persons seeking TSO authorization or letter of design approval what minimum performance standards (MPS) their galley carts and containers must meet to be identified with the appropriate TSO making. DATES: Comments must be received on or before July 19, 2005. ADDRESSES: Send all comments on this proposed TSO to: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Aircraft Certification Service, Aircraft Engineering Division, Technical Programs and Continued Airworthiness Branch (AIR–120), 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington DC 20591. ATTN: Mr. Dave Rich. Or, you may deliver comments to: Federal Aviation Administration, Room 815, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Dave Rich, AIR–120, Room 815, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 20591. Telephone (412) 262–9034, ext. 292, fax (412) 264–9302. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: How To Obtain Copies You can view or download the proposed TSO from its online location at: https://www.airweb.faa.gov/rgl. At this Web page, select ‘‘Technical Standard Orders.’’ At the TSO page, select ‘‘Proposed TSOs.’’ For a paper copy, contact the person listed in FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. SUMMARY: Comments Invited You are invited to comment on the proposed TSO by submitting written data, views, or arguments to the above address. Comments received may be examined, both before and after the closing date, in room 815 at the above address, weekdays except Federal holidays, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Director, Aircraft Certification Service, will consider all comments received on or before the closing date before issuing the final TSO. Background In November 2004, the SAE International organization published the Aerospace Standard (AS) 8056, Minimum Design and Performance of Airplane Galley In-Flight Carts, Containers, and Associated Components, that prescribes the minimum design and performance requirements for equipment used in aircraft for the housing of beverages, meals, and waste. 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AGENCY: SUMMARY: The FHWA is issuing this notice to advise the public that an environmental impact statement (EIS) will be prepared for the proposed U.S. Highway (US) 181 Harbor Bridge replacement highway project in Nueces County, Texas. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John R. Mack, P.E. District Engineer, Federal Highway Administration—Texas Division, 300 East 8th Street, Austin, Texas 78701. Telephone: 512–536–5960. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FHWA, in cooperation with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), will prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) for a proposal to replace the existing US 181 Harbor Bridge in Nueces County, Texas. The proposed improvement would involve replacement of the existing Harbor Bridge and approaches where US 181 crosses the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, a roadway distance of approximately 2.25 miles. 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[Federal Register Volume 70, Number 97 (Friday, May 20, 2005)]
[Notices]
[Page 29375]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 05-10135]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration


Galley Carts and Containers

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), (DOT).

ACTION: Notice of availability and request for public comment.

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SUMMARY: This notice announces the availability of, and requests 
comment on proposed Technical Standard Order (TSO) C-175, Galley Carts 
and Containers. This proposed TSO tells persons seeking TSO 
authorization or letter of design approval what minimum performance 
standards (MPS) their galley carts and containers must meet to be 
identified with the appropriate TSO making.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before July 19, 2005.

ADDRESSES: Send all comments on this proposed TSO to: Federal Aviation 
Administration (FAA), Aircraft Certification Service, Aircraft 
Engineering Division, Technical Programs and Continued Airworthiness 
Branch (AIR-120), 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington DC 20591. 
ATTN: Mr. Dave Rich. Or, you may deliver comments to: Federal Aviation 
Administration, Room 815, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Washington, DC 
20591.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Dave Rich, AIR-120, Room 815, 
Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., 
Washington, DC 20591. Telephone (412) 262-9034, ext. 292, fax (412) 
264-9302.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Comments Invited

    You are invited to comment on the proposed TSO by submitting 
written data, views, or arguments to the above address. Comments 
received may be examined, both before and after the closing date, in 
room 815 at the above address, weekdays except Federal holidays, 
between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The Director, Aircraft Certification 
Service, will consider all comments received on or before the closing 
date before issuing the final TSO.

Background

    In November 2004, the SAE International organization published the 
Aerospace Standard (AS) 8056, Minimum Design and Performance of 
Airplane Galley In-Flight Carts, Containers, and Associated Components, 
that prescribes the minimum design and performance requirements for 
equipment used in aircraft for the housing of beverages, meals, and 
waste. As such, the FAA elects to adopt with minor modifications, the 
standards prescribed in AS 8056 as the minimum performance standards a 
manufacturer of galley carts and containers must first meet in order 
for their product to be identified with TSO-C175 markings.

How To Obtain Copies

    You can view or download the proposed TSO from its online location 
at: https://www.airweb.faa.gov/rgl. At this Web page, select ``Technical 
Standard Orders.'' At the TSO page, select ``Proposed TSOs.'' For a 
paper copy, contact the person listed in FOR FURTHER INFORMATION 
CONTACT.

    Note: SAE International documents are copyrighted and may not be 
reproduced without the written consent of SAE International. You may 
purchase copies of SAE International documents from: SAE 
International, 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096-0001, or 
directly from their Web site: http:/www.sae,org/.


    Issued in Washington, DC, on May 16, 2005.
Susan J.M. Cabler,
Assistant Manager, Aircraft Engineering Division, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 05-10135 Filed 5-19-05; 8:45 am]
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