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ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
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DC.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Tom
Stafford, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone
(425) 227–1622; fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Federal Aviation Administration
Discussion
BILLING CODE 7590–01–P
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28300; Directorate
Identifier 2006–NM–292–AD; Amendment
39–15173; AD 2007–17–15]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A300 Series Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This AD results
from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI)
originated by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct
an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as:
pwalker on PROD1PC71 with NOTICES
The Chromic Acid Anodising (CAA) Lead
Fleet Program was established in 1989 to
observe corrosion/debonding behaviour of
CAA-treated panels. CAA lead fleet includes
the inspection of lap joints, circumferential
joints, stringers and doublers on selected
aircraft.
The findings in combination with
analytical corrosion investigations have been
analysed by the TC (type certificate) holder
and an appropriate inspection program for
debonding has been developed.
This airworthiness directive requires
inspection of the concerned areas to detect
any corrosion and/or debonding which could
affect the structural integrity. * * *
The proposed AD would require actions
that are intended to address the unsafe
condition described in the MCAI.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
October 2, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
VerDate Aug<31>2005
16:51 Aug 27, 2007
Jkt 211001
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would
apply to the specified products. That
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on May 29, 2007 (72 FR 29449).
That NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
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we might have found it necessary to use
different words from those in the MCAI
to ensure the AD is clear for U.S.
operators and is enforceable. In making
these changes, we do not intend to differ
substantively from the information
provided in the MCAI and related
service information.
We might also have required different
actions in this AD from those in the
MCAI in order to follow our FAA
policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Costs of Compliance
Based on the service information, we
estimate that this AD affects about 12
products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it takes 102 work-hours
per product to comply with the basic
requirements of this AD. The average
labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based
on these figures, we estimate the cost of
the AD on U.S. operators to be $97,920,
or $8,160 per product.
Authority for This Rulemaking
If any discrepancies are found, repair
and follow-up actions (additional
inspections for debonding and corrosion
depth) are required.
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.
Comments
Regulatory Findings
The Chromic Acid Anodising (CAA) Lead
Fleet Program was established in 1989 to
observe corrosion/debonding behaviour of
CAA-treated panels. CAA lead fleet includes
the inspection of lap joints, circumferential
joints, stringers and doublers on selected
aircraft.
The findings in combination with
analytical corrosion investigations have been
analysed by the TC (type certificate) holder
and an appropriate inspection program for
debonding has been developed.
This airworthiness directive requires
inspection of the concerned areas [including
repetitive inspections of certain areas] to
detect any corrosion and/or debonding which
could affect the structural integrity. * * *
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD
as proposed.
Differences Between This AD and the
MCAI or Service Information
We have reviewed the MCAI and
related service information and, in
general, agree with their substance. But
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We determined that this AD will not
have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
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3. 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.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation
of the estimated costs to comply with
this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov; or in
person at the Docket Operations office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
The AD docket contains the NPRM, the
regulatory evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The
street address for the Docket Operations
office (telephone (800) 647–5527) is in
the ADDRESSES section. Comments will
be available in the AD docket shortly
after receipt.
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:
I
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new AD:
I
2007–17–15 Airbus: Amendment 39–15173.
Docket No. FAA–2007–28300;
Directorate Identifier 2006–NM–292–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective October 2, 2007.
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Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A300
series aircraft, certificated in any category,
manufacturing serial numbers (MSN) 0105
through 0107, 0116, 0117, 0121, 0123
through 0126, 0128, 0129, 0133 through
0141, 0146 through 0152, 0154 through 0157,
0160, 0163, 0170, 0173, 0175 through 0177,
and 0180 through 0183.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53: Fuselage.
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Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
The Chromic Acid Anodising (CAA) Lead
Fleet Program was established in 1989 to
observe corrosion/debonding behaviour of
CAA-treated panels. CAA lead fleet includes
the inspection of lap joints, circumferential
joints, stringers and doublers on selected
aircraft.
The findings in combination with
analytical corrosion investigations have been
analysed by the TC (type certificate) holder
and an appropriate inspection program for
debonding has been developed.
This airworthiness directive requires
inspection of the concerned areas [including
repetitive inspections of certain areas] to
detect any corrosion and/or debonding which
could affect the structural integrity.* * *
If any discrepancies are found, repair and
follow-up actions (additional inspections for
debonding and corrosion depth) are required.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following
actions.
(1) Except as provided by paragraphs (f)(2),
(f)(3), and (f)(4) of this AD: Do the initial and
repetitive inspections (including follow-up
actions), as applicable; and do all applicable
repairs; of the areas specified in paragraphs
(f)(1)(i), (f)(1)(ii), (f)(1)(iii), and (f)(1)(iv) of
this AD, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A300–53–0378, dated
September 4, 2006, and within the timescales
specified in paragraph 1.E.(2), the
Accomplishment Instructions, and the
figures of the service bulletin.
(i) The bonded doubler in the longitudinal
lap joint area between frame (FR)18 and FR80
(configurations 01 and 02 inspect FR18
through FR40; configuration 03 inspects
FR18 through FR80).
(ii) The bonded wing doublers between
stringer (STGR)22 LH/RH (left-hand/righthand) and STGR43 LH/RH for debonding
(configuration 01 of the service bulletin
only).
(iii) The bonded doublers in the
circumferential joint area between FR26 and
FR80 (configurations 01 and 02 inspect FR26
through FR40; configuration 03 inspects
FR26 through FR80).
(iv) The bonded doublers in the manhole
area between FR23 RH and FR24 RH and
between FR38.1 RH and FR38.2 RH.
(2) Where paragraph 1.E.(2) of Airbus
Service Bulletin A300–53–0378, dated
September 4, 2006, specifies a grace period
´
from CN (Consigne de Navigabilite) issuance,
this AD requires a grace period relative to the
effective date of this AD.
(3) Where paragraph 1.E.(2) of Airbus
Service Bulletin A300–53–0378, dated
September 4, 2006, specifies a threshold, this
AD requires that the inspections be done
within the specified threshold relative to the
first flight of the airplane.
(4) Where the Accomplishment
Instructions and figures of Airbus Service
Bulletin A300–53–0378, dated September 4,
2006, specify that inspections be done
‘‘yearly,’’ this AD requires those inspections
to be done at intervals not to exceed 1 year.
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FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/
or service information as follows: No
differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) The following provisions also apply to
this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Send information to ATTN: Tom Stafford,
Aerospace Engineer, International Branch,
ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate,
FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425)
227–1622; fax (425) 227–1149. Before using
any approved AMOC on any airplane to
which the AMOC applies, notify your
appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the
FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO),
or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer or other source,
use these actions if they are FAA-approved.
Corrective actions are considered FAAapproved if they are approved by the State
of Design Authority (or their delegated
agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any
reporting requirement in this AD, under the
provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act,
the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
has approved the information collection
requirements and has assigned OMB Control
Number 2120–0056.
Related Information
(h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2006–
0369, dated December 12, 2006; and Airbus
Service Bulletin A300–53–0378, dated
September 4, 2006, for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin
A300–53–0378, dated September 4, 2006, to
do the actions required by this AD, unless the
AD specifies otherwise.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference of
this service information under 5 U.S.C.
552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus, 1 Rond Point
Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex,
France.
(3) You may review copies at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, Washington; or 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: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
14, 2007.
Stephen P. Boyd,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. E7–16672 Filed 8–27–07; 8:45 am]
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28358; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–019–AD; Amendment
39–15172; AD 2007–17–14]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A321 Series Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This AD results
from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI)
originated by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct
an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as:
pwalker on PROD1PC71 with NOTICES
Some operators have reported wheel
corrosion, mainly under the heat-shield
overlap area. In some cases a circular crack
initiated from a corrosion pit. When the crack
is initiated under the bead seat, it does not
lead to tire pressure loss, and can cause a
flange separation as experienced by few
operators.
This condition could result in
separation of the wheel and consequent
reduced controllability of the airplane.
We are issuing this AD to require
actions to correct the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
October 2, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of October 2, 2007.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov or in person at the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington,
DC.
Tim
Dulin, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
16:51 Aug 27, 2007
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
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Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington
98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–2141;
fax (425) 227–1149.
Jkt 211001
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would
apply to the specified products. That
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on June 6, 2007 (72 FR 31209).
That NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
Some operators have reported wheel
corrosion, mainly under the heat-shield
overlap area. In some cases a circular crack
initiated from a corrosion pit. When the crack
is initiated under the bead seat, it does not
lead to tire pressure loss, and can cause a
flange separation as experienced by few
operators.
The unsafe condition could result in
separation of the wheel and consequent
reduced controllability of the airplane.
The corrective action is inspecting the
main landing gear (MLG) wheel
assembly for discrepancies (corrosion,
damage, cracks, and loose or missing
heat shield spacers) and, if necessary,
repair of the MLG wheel assembly. You
may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD
as proposed.
Differences Between This AD and the
MCAI or Service Information
We have reviewed the MCAI and
related service information and, in
general, agree with their substance. But
we might have found it necessary to use
different words from those in the MCAI
to ensure the AD is clear for U.S.
operators and is enforceable. In making
these changes, we do not intend to differ
substantively from the information
provided in the MCAI and related
service information.
We might also have required different
actions in this AD from those in the
MCAI in order to follow our FAA
policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
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Costs of Compliance
Based on the service information, we
estimate that this AD affects about 34
products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it takes about 6 work-hours
per product to comply with the basic
requirements of this AD. The average
labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based
on these figures, we estimate the cost of
the AD on U.S. operators to be $16,320,
or $480 per product.
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.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not
have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. 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.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation
of the estimated costs to comply with
this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov; or in
person at the Docket Operations office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2007-28300; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-292-AD;
Amendment 39-15173; AD 2007-17-15]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 Series Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:
The Chromic Acid Anodising (CAA) Lead Fleet Program was
established in 1989 to observe corrosion/debonding behaviour of CAA-
treated panels. CAA lead fleet includes the inspection of lap
joints, circumferential joints, stringers and doublers on selected
aircraft.
The findings in combination with analytical corrosion
investigations have been analysed by the TC (type certificate)
holder and an appropriate inspection program for debonding has been
developed.
This airworthiness directive requires inspection of the
concerned areas to detect any corrosion and/or debonding which could
affect the structural integrity. * * *
The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address the
unsafe condition described in the MCAI.
DATES: This AD becomes effective October 2, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of October 2,
2007.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Stafford, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-1622; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products.
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on May 29, 2007 (72 FR
29449). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
The Chromic Acid Anodising (CAA) Lead Fleet Program was
established in 1989 to observe corrosion/debonding behaviour of CAA-
treated panels. CAA lead fleet includes the inspection of lap
joints, circumferential joints, stringers and doublers on selected
aircraft.
The findings in combination with analytical corrosion
investigations have been analysed by the TC (type certificate)
holder and an appropriate inspection program for debonding has been
developed.
This airworthiness directive requires inspection of the
concerned areas [including repetitive inspections of certain areas]
to detect any corrosion and/or debonding which could affect the
structural integrity. * * *
If any discrepancies are found, repair and follow-up actions
(additional inspections for debonding and corrosion depth) are
required.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.
Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information
We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
We might also have required different actions in this AD from those
in the MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences
are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Costs of Compliance
Based on the service information, we estimate that this AD affects
about 12 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it takes 102
work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this
AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based on these
figures, we estimate the cost of the AD on U.S. operators to be
$97,920, or $8,160 per product.
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.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
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3. 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.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD
docket contains the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The street address for the Docket
Operations office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after
receipt.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
0
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]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:
2007-17-15 Airbus: Amendment 39-15173. Docket No. FAA-2007-28300;
Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-292-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective October
2, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A300 series aircraft,
certificated in any category, manufacturing serial numbers (MSN)
0105 through 0107, 0116, 0117, 0121, 0123 through 0126, 0128, 0129,
0133 through 0141, 0146 through 0152, 0154 through 0157, 0160, 0163,
0170, 0173, 0175 through 0177, and 0180 through 0183.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53:
Fuselage.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
The Chromic Acid Anodising (CAA) Lead Fleet Program was
established in 1989 to observe corrosion/debonding behaviour of CAA-
treated panels. CAA lead fleet includes the inspection of lap
joints, circumferential joints, stringers and doublers on selected
aircraft.
The findings in combination with analytical corrosion
investigations have been analysed by the TC (type certificate)
holder and an appropriate inspection program for debonding has been
developed.
This airworthiness directive requires inspection of the
concerned areas [including repetitive inspections of certain areas]
to detect any corrosion and/or debonding which could affect the
structural integrity.* * *
If any discrepancies are found, repair and follow-up actions
(additional inspections for debonding and corrosion depth) are
required.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
(1) Except as provided by paragraphs (f)(2), (f)(3), and (f)(4)
of this AD: Do the initial and repetitive inspections (including
follow-up actions), as applicable; and do all applicable repairs; of
the areas specified in paragraphs (f)(1)(i), (f)(1)(ii),
(f)(1)(iii), and (f)(1)(iv) of this AD, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-53-0378,
dated September 4, 2006, and within the timescales specified in
paragraph 1.E.(2), the Accomplishment Instructions, and the figures
of the service bulletin.
(i) The bonded doubler in the longitudinal lap joint area
between frame (FR)18 and FR80 (configurations 01 and 02 inspect FR18
through FR40; configuration 03 inspects FR18 through FR80).
(ii) The bonded wing doublers between stringer (STGR)22 LH/RH
(left-hand/right-hand) and STGR43 LH/RH for debonding (configuration
01 of the service bulletin only).
(iii) The bonded doublers in the circumferential joint area
between FR26 and FR80 (configurations 01 and 02 inspect FR26 through
FR40; configuration 03 inspects FR26 through FR80).
(iv) The bonded doublers in the manhole area between FR23 RH and
FR24 RH and between FR38.1 RH and FR38.2 RH.
(2) Where paragraph 1.E.(2) of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-53-
0378, dated September 4, 2006, specifies a grace period from CN
(Consigne de Navigabilit[eacute]) issuance, this AD requires a grace
period relative to the effective date of this AD.
(3) Where paragraph 1.E.(2) of Airbus Service Bulletin A300-53-
0378, dated September 4, 2006, specifies a threshold, this AD
requires that the inspections be done within the specified threshold
relative to the first flight of the airplane.
(4) Where the Accomplishment Instructions and figures of Airbus
Service Bulletin A300-53-0378, dated September 4, 2006, specify that
inspections be done ``yearly,'' this AD requires those inspections
to be done at intervals not to exceed 1 year.
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows: No differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Tom
Stafford, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1622; fax (425) 227-1149.
Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC
applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA
Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local
FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information
collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-
0056.
Related Information
(h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness
Directive 2006-0369, dated December 12, 2006; and Airbus Service
Bulletin A300-53-0378, dated September 4, 2006, for related
information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin A300-53-0378, dated
September 4, 2006, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the
AD specifies otherwise.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of this service information under 5
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France.
(3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington; or 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: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
locations.html.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 14, 2007.
Stephen P. Boyd,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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