Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 Series Airplanes and A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes, 19464-19466 [E9-9713]

Download as PDF 19464 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 81 / Wednesday, April 29, 2009 / Proposed Rules This Ejection Jack failure may prevent the effective deployment and use of the RAT in emergency conditions. This AD therefore mandates the replacement of an Ejection Jack that has been previously reworked in accordance with the incomplete CMM requirements. This will restore the reliability of the Ejection Jack of the RAT. The implementation of this modification was originally managed by an Airbus monitoring campaign. However, the rate of installation of the corrective action by operators has not met the predicated [sic] target. As such and to ensure continued compliance with the certification requirements, it is considered necessary to require compliance by means of an AD. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions: (1) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, identify the serial number of the installed ejection jack of the RAT, in accordance with Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320– 29–1136, dated February 20, 2007. If the serial number is included in the affected batch identified in the service bulletin, before further flight, replace the ejection jack of the RAT with a modified or reworked ejection jack, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–29–1136, dated February 20, 2007. (2) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a RAT Ejection Jack Model ERPS13EJ, P/N 114160004A or 114160005, on any airplane unless the ejection jack has been modified or reworked in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A320–29–1136, dated February 20, 2007. (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 2008– 0199, dated November 5, 2008, and Airbus Service Bulletin A320–29–1136, dated February 20, 2007, for related information. Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 15, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service [FR Doc. E9–9712 Filed 4–28–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0381; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–008–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330–200 and –300 Series Airplanes and A340–200 and –300 Series Airplanes Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No Differences. AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). 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: Tim Dulin, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–2141; fax (425) 227–1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. (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 We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed 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: An A340 operator has reported an uncommanded engine N°4 shut down during taxi after landing. The root cause of this event has been identified as failure of the fuel pump Non Return Valve (NRV) preventing the collector cell jet pump from working. This led to engine N°4 collector cell fuel level to drop below the pump inlet and consequently causing engine N°4 flame out. Multiple NRV failures in combination with failure modes trapping fuel could potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on aircraft possibly leading to fuel starvation which could result in engine in-flight tjames on PRODPC75 with PROPOSALS FAA AD Differences VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:12 Apr 28, 2009 Jkt 217001 SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 shut down and would constitute an unsafe condition. The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by May 29, 2009. ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: (202) 493–2251. • Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Airbus SAS— Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80, e-mail airworthiness.A330A340@airbus.com; Internet https:// www.airbus.com. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221 or 425–227–1152. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.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 this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1138; fax (425) 227–1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about E:\FR\FM\29APP1.SGM 29APP1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 81 / Wednesday, April 29, 2009 / Proposed Rules this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2009–0381; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–008–AD’’ at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed AD based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2008–0209, dated November 27, 2008 (referred to after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: An A340 operator has reported an uncommanded engine N°4 shut down during taxi after landing. The root cause of this event has been identified as failure of the fuel pump Non Return Valve (NRV) preventing the collector cell jet pump from working. This led to engine N°4 collector cell fuel level to drop below the pump inlet and consequently causing engine N°4 flame out. A330 aircraft which have a similar design are also impacted by this issue. Multiple NRV failures in combination with failure modes trapping fuel could potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on aircraft possibly leading to fuel starvation which could result in engine in-flight shut down and would constitute an unsafe condition. To prevent such an event, this Airworthiness Directive (AD) requires a periodic operational test to check the correct operation of NRV and to apply the associated corrective actions. The corrective action includes replacing any failed NRV with a new NRV. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket. tjames on PRODPC75 with PROPOSALS Relevant Service Information Airbus has issued Mandatory Service Bulletins A330–28–3108 and A340–28– 4123, both including Appendix 1, both dated October 13, 2008. The actions described in the service information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI. VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:12 Apr 28, 2009 Jkt 217001 FAA’s Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. 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 proposed different actions in this AD from those in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are highlighted in a Note within the proposed AD. Costs of Compliance Based on the service information, we estimate that this proposed AD would affect about 50 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it would take about 5 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $20,000, or $400 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 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 19465 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 proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 proposed regulation: 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 proposed AD and placed it in the AD docket. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: Airbus: Docket No. FAA–2009–0381; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–008–AD. Comments Due Date (a) We must receive comments by May 29, 2009. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of the AD, certificated in any category. (1) Airbus Model A330–200 and A330–300 series airplanes, all serial numbers. E:\FR\FM\29APP1.SGM 29APP1 19466 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 81 / Wednesday, April 29, 2009 / Proposed Rules (2) Airbus Model A340–200 and A340–300 series airplanes, all serial numbers. Subject (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28: Fuel. tjames on PRODPC75 with PROPOSALS Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: An A340 operator has reported an uncommanded engine N°4 shut down during taxi after landing. The root cause of this event has been identified as failure of the fuel pump NonReturn Valve (NRV) preventing the collector cell jet pump from working. This led to engine N°4 collector cell fuel level to drop below the pump inlet and consequently causing engine N°4 flame out. A330 aircraft which have a similar design are also impacted by this issue. Multiple NRV failures in combination with failure modes trapping fuel could potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on aircraft possibly leading to fuel starvation which could result in engine in-flight shut down and would constitute an unsafe condition. To prevent such an event, this Airworthiness Directive (AD) requires a periodic operational test to check the correct operation of NRV and to apply the associated corrective actions. The corrective action includes replacing any failed NRV with a new NRV. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) For Model A330 series airplanes: At the later of the times in paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (f)(1)(ii) of this AD, perform an operational test for correct functioning of the NRV and apply all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with instructions defined in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330–28– 3108, including Appendix 1, dated October 13, 2008. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (i) Within 24 months or 8,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first. (ii) Before the accumulation of 10,000 flight hours after the first flight of the airplane. (2) For Model A340–200 and –300 series airplanes: At the later of the times in paragraphs (f)(2)(i) and (f)(2)(ii) of this AD, perform an operational test for correct functioning of the NRV and apply all applicable corrective actions in accordance with instructions defined in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340–28–4123, including Appendix 1, dated October 13, 2008. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (i) Within 24 months or 9,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first. (ii) Before the accumulation of 25,000 flight hours after the first flight of the airplane. (3) Repeat the operational test specified in paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD at the applicable interval in paragraph (f)(3)(i) or (f)(3)(ii) of this AD. VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:12 Apr 28, 2009 Jkt 217001 (i) For Model A330 airplanes: At intervals not to exceed 10,000 flight hours. (ii) For Model A340–200 and –300 airplanes: At intervals not to exceed 25,000 flight hours. (4) Submit a report of the findings (both positive and negative) of the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD to Airbus, at the time specified in paragraph (f)(4)(i) or (f)(4)(ii) of this AD, as applicable. The report must include the information specified in Appendix 1 of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletins A330– 28–3108 and A340–28–4123, both dated October 13, 2008, as applicable. Send the report to Airbus Department SEEE6, Airbus Customer Services Directorate, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex France, ATTN: SDC32 Technical Data and Documentation Services; fax: +33 5 61 93 28 06; e-mail: sb.reporting@airbus.com. (i) If the inspection was done after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection. (ii) If the inspection was done on or prior to the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. Mandatory Service Bulletins A330–28–3108 and A340–28–4123, both including Appendix 1, both dated October 13, 2008; for related information. Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 15, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–9713 Filed 4–28–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE Bureau of Industry and Security 15 CFR Part 701 [Docket No. 080722875–8876–01] RIN 0694–AE40 FAA AD Differences Reporting of Offsets Agreements in Sales of Weapon Systems or DefenseRelated Items to Foreign Countries or Foreign Firms Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No Differences. AGENCY: Bureau of Industry and Security, Department of Commerce. ACTION: Proposed rule. 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, 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1138; fax (425) 227–1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or the principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. (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 2008– 0209, dated November 27, 2008; and Airbus PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 SUMMARY: The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is proposing to amend the Reporting of Offsets Agreements in Sales of Weapon Systems or DefenseRelated Items to Foreign Countries or Foreign Firms regulation (15 CFR part 701) to update and provide clarification with regard to the information U.S. companies are required to submit each year to BIS to support the preparation of the annual report to Congress on offsets in defense trade. DATES: Comments must be received by June 29, 2009. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments, identified by RIN 0694–AE40, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • E-mail: OffsetReport@bis.doc.gov. Include ‘‘RIN 0694–AE40’’ in the subject line of the message. • Fax: 202–482–5650. • Mail/Hand Delivery: Offset Program Manager, U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security, Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security, Room 3876, 14th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW., Washington, DC 20230, ATTN: RIN 0694–AE40. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ronald DeMarines, Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security, tel. (202) 482–3755, e-mail rdemarin@bis.doc.gov. E:\FR\FM\29APP1.SGM 29APP1

Agencies

[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 81 (Wednesday, April 29, 2009)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 19464-19466]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-9713]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2009-0381; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-008-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 Series 
Airplanes and A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the 
products listed above. This proposed 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: An A340 operator has reported an uncommanded engine 
N[deg]4 shut down during taxi after landing. The root cause of this 
event has been identified as failure of the fuel pump Non Return Valve 
(NRV) preventing the collector cell jet pump from working. This led to 
engine N[deg]4 collector cell fuel level to drop below the pump inlet 
and consequently causing engine N[deg]4 flame out. Multiple NRV 
failures in combination with failure modes trapping fuel could 
potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on aircraft possibly 
leading to fuel starvation which could result in engine in-flight shut 
down and would constitute an unsafe condition. The proposed AD would 
require actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition 
described in the MCAI.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by May 29, 2009.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax: (202) 493-2251.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday 
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact 
Airbus SAS--Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80, e-mail 
airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com; Internet https://www.airbus.com. You 
may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, 
Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the 
FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.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 this proposed AD, the regulatory 
evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street 
address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is 
in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket 
shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 
227-1138; fax (425) 227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about

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this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the 
ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2009-0381; Directorate 
Identifier 2009-NM-008-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We 
specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, 
environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider 
all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed 
AD based on those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we 
receive about this proposed AD.

Discussion

    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA 
Airworthiness Directive 2008-0209, dated November 27, 2008 (referred to 
after this as ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    An A340 operator has reported an uncommanded engine N[deg]4 shut 
down during taxi after landing.
    The root cause of this event has been identified as failure of 
the fuel pump Non Return Valve (NRV) preventing the collector cell 
jet pump from working. This led to engine N[deg]4 collector cell 
fuel level to drop below the pump inlet and consequently causing 
engine N[deg]4 flame out.
    A330 aircraft which have a similar design are also impacted by 
this issue.
    Multiple NRV failures in combination with failure modes trapping 
fuel could potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on 
aircraft possibly leading to fuel starvation which could result in 
engine in-flight shut down and would constitute an unsafe condition.
    To prevent such an event, this Airworthiness Directive (AD) 
requires a periodic operational test to check the correct operation 
of NRV and to apply the associated corrective actions.

    The corrective action includes replacing any failed NRV with a new 
NRV. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD 
docket.

Relevant Service Information

    Airbus has issued Mandatory Service Bulletins A330-28-3108 and 
A340-28-4123, both including Appendix 1, both dated October 13, 2008. 
The actions described in the service information are intended to 
correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another 
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant 
to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have 
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service 
information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we 
evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition 
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same 
type design.

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 proposed different actions in this AD from those 
in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are 
highlighted in a Note within the proposed AD.

Costs of Compliance

    Based on the service information, we estimate that this proposed AD 
would affect about 50 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that 
it would take about 5 work-hours per product to comply with the basic 
requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $80 per 
work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed 
AD on U.S. operators to be $20,000, or $400 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 proposed AD would not have federalism 
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 proposed 
regulation:
    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 proposed AD and placed it in the AD docket.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

    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]

    2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new AD:

Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2009-0381; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-
008-AD.

Comments Due Date

    (a) We must receive comments by May 29, 2009.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs 
(c)(1) and (c)(2) of the AD, certificated in any category.
    (1) Airbus Model A330-200 and A330-300 series airplanes, all 
serial numbers.

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    (2) Airbus Model A340-200 and A340-300 series airplanes, all 
serial numbers.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28: Fuel.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 
states:
    An A340 operator has reported an uncommanded engine N[deg]4 shut 
down during taxi after landing.
    The root cause of this event has been identified as failure of 
the fuel pump Non-Return Valve (NRV) preventing the collector cell 
jet pump from working. This led to engine N[deg]4 collector cell 
fuel level to drop below the pump inlet and consequently causing 
engine N[deg]4 flame out.
    A330 aircraft which have a similar design are also impacted by 
this issue.
    Multiple NRV failures in combination with failure modes trapping 
fuel could potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on 
aircraft possibly leading to fuel starvation which could result in 
engine in-flight shut down and would constitute an unsafe condition.
    To prevent such an event, this Airworthiness Directive (AD) 
requires a periodic operational test to check the correct operation 
of NRV and to apply the associated corrective actions.
    The corrective action includes replacing any failed NRV with a 
new NRV.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
    (1) For Model A330 series airplanes: At the later of the times 
in paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (f)(1)(ii) of this AD, perform an 
operational test for correct functioning of the NRV and apply all 
applicable corrective actions, in accordance with instructions 
defined in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-28-3108, including 
Appendix 1, dated October 13, 2008. Do all applicable corrective 
actions before further flight.
    (i) Within 24 months or 8,000 flight hours after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
    (ii) Before the accumulation of 10,000 flight hours after the 
first flight of the airplane.
    (2) For Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes: At the later 
of the times in paragraphs (f)(2)(i) and (f)(2)(ii) of this AD, 
perform an operational test for correct functioning of the NRV and 
apply all applicable corrective actions in accordance with 
instructions defined in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-28-
4123, including Appendix 1, dated October 13, 2008. Do all 
applicable corrective actions before further flight.
    (i) Within 24 months or 9,000 flight hours after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
    (ii) Before the accumulation of 25,000 flight hours after the 
first flight of the airplane.
    (3) Repeat the operational test specified in paragraph (f)(1) or 
(f)(2) of this AD at the applicable interval in paragraph (f)(3)(i) 
or (f)(3)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) For Model A330 airplanes: At intervals not to exceed 10,000 
flight hours.
    (ii) For Model A340-200 and -300 airplanes: At intervals not to 
exceed 25,000 flight hours.
    (4) Submit a report of the findings (both positive and negative) 
of the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD 
to Airbus, at the time specified in paragraph (f)(4)(i) or 
(f)(4)(ii) of this AD, as applicable. The report must include the 
information specified in Appendix 1 of Airbus Mandatory Service 
Bulletins A330-28-3108 and A340-28-4123, both dated October 13, 
2008, as applicable. Send the report to Airbus Department SEEE6, 
Airbus Customer Services Directorate, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 
31707 Blagnac Cedex France, ATTN: SDC32 Technical Data and 
Documentation Services; fax: +33 5 61 93 28 06; e-mail: 
sb.reporting@airbus.com.
    (i) If the inspection was done after the effective date of this 
AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection.
    (ii) If the inspection was done on or prior to the effective 
date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the 
effective date of this AD.

FAA AD Differences

    Note 1:  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, 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace 
Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane 
Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057-
3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any 
approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your 
appropriate principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or the principal 
avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal 
inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office.
    (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 2008-0209, dated November 27, 2008; and Airbus Mandatory 
Service Bulletins A330-28-3108 and A340-28-4123, both including 
Appendix 1, both dated October 13, 2008; for related information.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 15, 2009.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. E9-9713 Filed 4-28-09; 8:45 am]
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