Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 Airplanes, Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 Airplanes, and Model A340-541 and -642 Airplanes, 50871-50874 [2010-19701]
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(i) Before further flight, insert Temporary
Revision No. 12 to PC–12/47E Pilot’s
Operating Handbook, dated October 15, 2009,
into the normal procedures section of the
aircraft flight manual (AFM).
(ii) Within 12 months after September 22,
2010 (the effective date of this AD), modify
the engine control console assembly
following the accomplishment instructions in
paragraph 3.B. of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service
Bulletin No: 76–002, dated October 15, 2009.
(iii) Before further flight after the
modification required by paragraph (f)(2)(ii)
of this AD, remove Temporary Revision No.
12 to PC–12/47E Pilot’s Operating Handbook,
dated October 15, 2009, from the AFM.
(3) If during the inspection specified in
paragraph (f)(1) of this AD you determine the
reverse thrust latch moves freely and the idle
detent is present, no further action is
required.
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/
or service information as follows: No
differences.
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Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) The following provisions also apply to
this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, Standards Office,
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: Doug Rudolph, Aerospace Engineer,
FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust,
Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106;
telephone: (816) 329–4059; fax: (816) 329–
4090. 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
(44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), 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 (EASA) AD No. 2010–0093,
dated May 20, 2010; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.
Service Bulletin No: 76–002, dated October
15, 2009; and Temporary Revision No. 12 to
PC–12/47E Pilot’s Operating Handbook,
dated October 15, 2009, for related
information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.
Service Bulletin No: 76–002, dated October
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15, 2009; and Temporary Revision No. 12 to
PC–12/47E Pilot’s Operating Handbook,
dated October 15, 2009, 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 PILATUS AIRCRAFT LTD.,
Customer Service Manager, CH–6371
STANS, Switzerland; telephone: +41 (0) 41
619 62 08; fax: +41 (0) 41 619 73 11; Internet:
https://www.pilatus-aircraft.com; e-mail:
SupportPC12@pilatus-aircraft.com.
(3) You may review copies of the service
information incorporated by reference for
this AD at the FAA, Central Region, Office of
the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas
City, Missouri 64106. For information on the
availability of this material at the Central
Region, call (816) 329–3768.
(4) You may also review copies of the
service information incorporated by reference
for this AD 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/
code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on August
5, 2010.
Brian A. Yanez,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2010–0041; Directorate
Identifier 2009–NM–218–AD; Amendment
39–16392; AD 2010–17–02]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A330–201, –202, –203, –223, –243,
–301, –302, –303, –321, –322, –323,
–341, –342, and –343 Airplanes, Model
A340–211, –212, –213, –311, –312, and
–313 Airplanes, and Model A340–541
and –642 Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
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
SUMMARY:
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an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as:
Several reports have recently been received
of loose pneumatic quick-disconnect unions
on Goodrich pitot probes P/N (part number)
0851HL. These may be the result of mistorque of the affected unions at equipment
manufacturing level. Investigations are still
on-going to determine the root cause(s).
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to an air leak, resulting in incorrect total
pressure measurement and consequent
erroneous Calibrated Airspeed (CAS)/MACH
parameters delivered by the Air Data
Computer (ADC).
*
*
*
*
*
Loss or fluctuation of indicated airspeed
could result in misleading information
provided to the flightcrew. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to
correct the unsafe condition on these
products.
This AD becomes effective
September 22, 2010.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of September 22, 2010.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.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:
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington
98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1138;
fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DATES:
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 January 21, 2010 (75 FR
3420). That NPRM proposed to correct
an unsafe condition for the specified
products.
Since that NPRM was issued, the
European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the aviation authority
for the Member States of the European
Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2009–0202R1,
dated April 15, 2010 (referred to after
this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
condition for the specified products.
(MCAI 2009–0202–E, dated September
21, 2009, and corrected September 22,
2009, was referred to in the NPRM.) The
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MCAI has been revised to exclude pitot
probes marked with a red torque checkindicating mark. If the red indicating
mark is on the pitot probe, it can be
installed with no further action. The
MCAI states:
Several reports have recently been received
of loose pneumatic quick-disconnect unions
on Goodrich pitot probes P/N (part number)
0851HL. These may be the result of mistorque of the affected unions at equipment
manufacturing level. Investigations are still
on-going to determine the root cause(s).
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to an air leak, resulting in incorrect total
pressure measurement and consequent
erroneous Calibrated Airspeed (CAS)/MACH
parameters delivered by the Air Data
Computer (ADC).
As a precautionary measure, this AD
requires a torque check of the pneumatic
quick-disconnect union on certain Goodrich
P/N 0851HL pitot probes and corrective
action, depending on findings.
*
*
*
*
*
This AD [MCAI] is revised in order to
exclude from the torque-check required by
paragraph (4) of this AD those pitot probes
marked with a red torque check-mark.
Loss or fluctuation of indicated airspeed
could result in misleading information
provided to the flightcrew. If the quickdisconnect union fitted on the pitot
probe is not adequately torqued, the
corrective action includes applying
torque. You may obtain further
information by examining the MCAI in
the AD docket.
Revised Service Information
Airbus has issued All Operators
Telexes (AOTs) A330–34A3235 (for
Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223,
–243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322,
–323, –341, –342, and –343 airplanes);
A340–34A4241 (for Model A340–211,
–212, –213, –311, –312, and –313
airplanes); and A340–34A5074 (for
Model A340–541 and –642 airplanes);
all Revision 02, all dated March 1, 2010.
We have revised Table 1 of this AD to
add Revision 02 of the AOTs as the
appropriate source of service
information for accomplishing the
specified actions. We have also added a
new Table 2 to this AD to give credit for
accomplishing the actions using the
previous issues of the AOTs.
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Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
considered the comments received.
Support for NPRM
The Airline Pilots Association (ALPA)
supports the intent of the NPRM and
appreciates the opportunity to
comment.
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Request for Credit for Actions
Accomplished Previously
Delta Airlines asks that the NPRM be
revised to allow credit for either
adequate torqueing of the pneumatic
quick-disconnect union of each pitot
probe for affected pitot probes, or
updating the aircraft maintenance
manual (AMM) to ensure that the
pneumatic quick-disconnect union of
each pitot probe is torqued properly
during installation. Delta states that
Airbus AOT A330–34A3235, Revision
02, dated March 1, 2010, specifies that
for pitot probes that are still held as
spares there are two choices of actions
as noted above.
Delta also asks that the NPRM be
revised to give credit for pitot probes
remanufactured and returned to Delta
by Goodrich on which the proposed
requirements were done before Airbus
AOT A330–32A3235 dated September
10, 2009, or Revision 1, dated
September 21, 2009, were issued. Delta
notes that those pitot probes were
returned with adequate torque but do
not have a torque check indicating mark
(Airbus AOT A330–32A3235, Revision
02, dated March 1, 2010, adds a torque
check indicating mark after the pitot
probe is adequately torqued). Delta
states that it was proactive in correcting
any deficiencies by taking immediate
corrective actions. Delta adds that an
allowance for this method of
compliance should be included in the
NPRM to avoid processing an
alternative method of compliance
(AMOC).
We disagree with the commenter’s
request to give credit for pitot probes
remanufactured by Goodrich because
non-marked pitot probes may be
unintentionally installed on the airplane
without performing a proper torque
check. However, under the provisions of
paragraph (h) of the final rule, we will
consider requests for approval of an
alternative method of compliance for
using specific pitot probes identified by
an operator if sufficient data are
submitted to substantiate that the pitot
probes would provide an acceptable
level of safety.
Regarding Delta’s comment on spare
parts, we have revised paragraph (g)(4)
of this AD to give credit for installing
parts that have the torque check
indicating mark.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data,
including the comments received, and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD
with the changes described previously.
We determined that these changes will
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not increase the economic burden on
any operator or increase the scope of the
AD.
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.
Explanation of Change to Costs of
Compliance
Since issuance of the NPRM, we have
increased the labor rate used in the
Costs of Compliance from $80 per workhour to $85 per work-hour. The Costs of
Compliance information, below, reflects
this increase in the specified hourly
labor rate.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect
47 products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it will take about 1 workhour per product to comply with the
basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $85 per work-hour.
Based on these figures, we estimate the
cost of the AD on U.S. operators to be
$3,995, or $85 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.
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Regulatory Findings
Adoption of the Amendment
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://
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 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.
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 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:
■
2010–17–02 Airbus: Amendment 39–16392.
Docket No. FAA–2010–0041; Directorate
Identifier 2009–NM–218–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective September 22, 2010.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes
identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and
(c)(3) of this AD; certificated in any category;
all manufacturer serial numbers; with pitot
probes having Goodrich part number (P/N)
0851HL, serial numbers 267328 through
270714 inclusive.
(1) Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223,
–243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322, –323,
–341, –342, and –343 airplanes.
(2) Model A340–211, –212, –213, –311,
–312, and –313 airplanes.
(3) Model A340–541 and –642 airplanes.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 34: Navigation.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continued airworthiness
information (MCAI) states:
Several reports have recently been received
of loose pneumatic quick-disconnect unions
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on Goodrich pitot probes P/N (part number)
0851HL. These may be the result of mistorque of the affected unions at equipment
manufacturing level. Investigations are still
on-going to determine the root cause(s).
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to an air leak, resulting in incorrect total
pressure measurement and consequent
erroneous Calibrated Airspeed (CAS)/MACH
parameters delivered by the Air Data
Computer (ADC).
As a precautionary measure, this AD
requires a torque check of the pneumatic
quick-disconnect union on certain Goodrich
P/N 0851HL pitot probes and corrective
action, depending on findings.
*
*
*
*
*
This AD [MCAI] is revised in order to
exclude from the torque-check required by
paragraph (4) of this AD those pitot probes
marked with a red torque check-mark.
Loss or fluctuation of indicated airspeed
could result in misleading information
provided to the flightcrew. If the quickdisconnect union fitted on the pitot probe is
not adequately torqued, the corrective action
includes applying torque.
Compliance
(f) You are responsible for having the
actions required by this AD performed within
the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Actions
(g) At the time specified, do the following
actions.
(1) Within 14 days after the effective date
of this AD: Perform a torque check of the
pneumatic quick-disconnect union of each
pitot probe having Goodrich P/N 0851HL,
serial numbers 267328 through 270714
inclusive, to determine if the torque is
adequate, in accordance with the instructions
of the applicable service information
specified in Table 1 of this AD. Before further
flight, do all applicable corrective actions in
accordance with the instructions of the
applicable service information specified in
Table 1 of this AD.
TABLE 1—AIRBUS SERVICE INFORMATION
Revision—
Dated—
A330–34A3235 (for Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223, –243, –301, –302, –303, –321, –322, –323, –341,
–342, and –343 airplanes).
A340-34A4241 (for Model A340–211, –212, –213, –311, –312, and –313 airplanes) ..........................................
A340–34A5074 (for Model A340–541 and –642 airplanes) ...................................................................................
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Airbus all operators telex—
02 ................
March 1, 2010.
02 ................
02 ................
March 1, 2010.
March 1, 2010.
(2) Within 30 days after performing the
torque check required by paragraph (g)(1) of
this AD, or within 30 days after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs later:
Report the torque check results to Airbus,
including no findings, as specified in the
instructions of the applicable service
information listed in Table 1 of this AD.
(3) Actions done before the effective date
of this AD, in accordance with the applicable
service information listed in Table 2 of this
AD, are acceptable for compliance with the
corresponding requirements in paragraph
(g)(1) of this AD.
TABLE 2—AIRBUS CREDIT SERVICE INFORMATION
Airbus all operators telex—
Revision—
Dated—
A330–34A3235 ...............................................................................................................................................
A330–34A3235 ...............................................................................................................................................
Original ........
1 ..................
September 10, 2009.
September 21, 2009.
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TABLE 2—AIRBUS CREDIT SERVICE INFORMATION—Continued
Airbus all operators telex—
Revision—
Dated—
A340–34A4241
A340–34A4241
A340–34A5074
A340–34A5074
Original ........
1 ..................
Original ........
1 ..................
September
September
September
September
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(4) As of the effective date of this AD, no
person may install a pitot probe having
Goodrich P/N 0851HL, serial numbers
267328 through 270714 inclusive, on any
airplane, unless the actions required by
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD have been done;
or an intact red torque check mark is visible
on the interface of the pnuematic quick
disconnect union and the union mount.
FAA AD Differences
Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI
and/or service information as follows:
Where the MCAI includes a compliance
time of ‘‘5 days,’’ we have determined that a
compliance time of ‘‘within 14 days after the
effective date of the AD’’ is appropriate. The
manufacturer and EASA agree with this
expansion in compliance time.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(h) The following provisions also apply to
this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Branch, ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 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, FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 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
principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or
principal avionics inspector (PAI), as
appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector,
your local Flight Standards District Office.
The AMOC approval letter must specifically
reference this AD.
(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.
10,
21,
10,
21,
2009.
2009.
2009.
2009.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any
reporting requirement in this AD, under the
provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act
(44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) has
approved the information collection
requirements and has assigned OMB Control
Number 2120–0056.
Related Information
(i) Refer to MCAI Airworthiness Directive
2009–0202R1, dated April 15, 2010; and the
service information specified in Table 1 of
this AD; for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use the service information
contained in Table 3 of this AD, as
applicable, to do the actions required by this
AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (The
document number, revision level, and date of
these documents are listed only on the first
page of these documents; no other page of
these documents contains this information.)
TABLE 3—MATERIAL INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Revision—
Dated—
A330–34A3235 ........................................................................................................................................................
A340–34A4241 ........................................................................................................................................................
A340–34A5074 ........................................................................................................................................................
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Airbus all operators telex—
02 ................
02 ................
02 ................
March 1, 2010.
March 1, 2010.
March 1, 2010.
(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 SAS—Airworthiness
Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33
5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; e-mail
airworthiness.A330–A340@airbus.com;
Internet https://www.airbus.com.
(3) You may review copies of the 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.
(4) You may also review copies of the
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: https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/
code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 30,
2010.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
[FR Doc. 2010–19701 Filed 8–17–10; 8:45 am]
[Docket No. FAA–2010–0782; Directorate
Identifier 2010–SW–053–AD; Amendment
39–16396; AD 2010–11–51]
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Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter
France (Eurocopter) Model AS350B,
BA, B1, B2, C, D, and D1 Helicopters
and Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N
Helicopters
Federal Aviation
Administration, DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
This document publishes in
the Federal Register an amendment
adopting Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2010–11–51, which was sent previously
to all known U.S. owners and operators
SUMMARY:
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[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 159 (Wednesday, August 18, 2010)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 50871-50874]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-19701]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2010-0041; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-218-AD;
Amendment 39-16392; AD 2010-17-02]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -
223, -243, -301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343
Airplanes, Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 Airplanes,
and Model A340-541 and -642 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:
Several reports have recently been received of loose pneumatic
quick-disconnect unions on Goodrich pitot probes P/N (part number)
0851HL. These may be the result of mis-torque of the affected unions
at equipment manufacturing level. Investigations are still on-going
to determine the root cause(s).
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to an air leak,
resulting in incorrect total pressure measurement and consequent
erroneous Calibrated Airspeed (CAS)/MACH parameters delivered by the
Air Data Computer (ADC).
* * * * *
Loss or fluctuation of indicated airspeed could result in misleading
information provided to the flightcrew. We are issuing this AD to
require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective September 22, 2010.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 22,
2010.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-1138; 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 January 21, 2010 (75
FR 3420). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products.
Since that NPRM was issued, the European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the aviation authority for the Member States of the
European Community, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-
0202R1, dated April 15, 2010 (referred to after this as ``the MCAI''),
to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. (MCAI 2009-
0202-E, dated September 21, 2009, and corrected September 22, 2009, was
referred to in the NPRM.) The
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MCAI has been revised to exclude pitot probes marked with a red torque
check-indicating mark. If the red indicating mark is on the pitot
probe, it can be installed with no further action. The MCAI states:
Several reports have recently been received of loose pneumatic
quick-disconnect unions on Goodrich pitot probes P/N (part number)
0851HL. These may be the result of mis-torque of the affected unions
at equipment manufacturing level. Investigations are still on-going
to determine the root cause(s).
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to an air leak,
resulting in incorrect total pressure measurement and consequent
erroneous Calibrated Airspeed (CAS)/MACH parameters delivered by the
Air Data Computer (ADC).
As a precautionary measure, this AD requires a torque check of
the pneumatic quick-disconnect union on certain Goodrich P/N 0851HL
pitot probes and corrective action, depending on findings.
* * * * *
This AD [MCAI] is revised in order to exclude from the torque-
check required by paragraph (4) of this AD those pitot probes marked
with a red torque check-mark.
Loss or fluctuation of indicated airspeed could result in misleading
information provided to the flightcrew. If the quick-disconnect union
fitted on the pitot probe is not adequately torqued, the corrective
action includes applying torque. You may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Revised Service Information
Airbus has issued All Operators Telexes (AOTs) A330-34A3235 (for
Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -
323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes); A340-34A4241 (for Model A340-211,
-212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes); and A340-34A5074 (for
Model A340-541 and -642 airplanes); all Revision 02, all dated March 1,
2010. We have revised Table 1 of this AD to add Revision 02 of the AOTs
as the appropriate source of service information for accomplishing the
specified actions. We have also added a new Table 2 to this AD to give
credit for accomplishing the actions using the previous issues of the
AOTs.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We considered the comments received.
Support for NPRM
The Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) supports the intent of the
NPRM and appreciates the opportunity to comment.
Request for Credit for Actions Accomplished Previously
Delta Airlines asks that the NPRM be revised to allow credit for
either adequate torqueing of the pneumatic quick-disconnect union of
each pitot probe for affected pitot probes, or updating the aircraft
maintenance manual (AMM) to ensure that the pneumatic quick-disconnect
union of each pitot probe is torqued properly during installation.
Delta states that Airbus AOT A330-34A3235, Revision 02, dated March 1,
2010, specifies that for pitot probes that are still held as spares
there are two choices of actions as noted above.
Delta also asks that the NPRM be revised to give credit for pitot
probes remanufactured and returned to Delta by Goodrich on which the
proposed requirements were done before Airbus AOT A330-32A3235 dated
September 10, 2009, or Revision 1, dated September 21, 2009, were
issued. Delta notes that those pitot probes were returned with adequate
torque but do not have a torque check indicating mark (Airbus AOT A330-
32A3235, Revision 02, dated March 1, 2010, adds a torque check
indicating mark after the pitot probe is adequately torqued). Delta
states that it was proactive in correcting any deficiencies by taking
immediate corrective actions. Delta adds that an allowance for this
method of compliance should be included in the NPRM to avoid processing
an alternative method of compliance (AMOC).
We disagree with the commenter's request to give credit for pitot
probes remanufactured by Goodrich because non-marked pitot probes may
be unintentionally installed on the airplane without performing a
proper torque check. However, under the provisions of paragraph (h) of
the final rule, we will consider requests for approval of an
alternative method of compliance for using specific pitot probes
identified by an operator if sufficient data are submitted to
substantiate that the pitot probes would provide an acceptable level of
safety.
Regarding Delta's comment on spare parts, we have revised paragraph
(g)(4) of this AD to give credit for installing parts that have the
torque check indicating mark.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data, including the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
the AD with the changes described previously. We determined that these
changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or
increase the scope of the AD.
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.
Explanation of Change to Costs of Compliance
Since issuance of the NPRM, we have increased the labor rate used
in the Costs of Compliance from $80 per work-hour to $85 per work-hour.
The Costs of Compliance information, below, reflects this increase in
the specified hourly labor rate.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect 47 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of
the AD on U.S. operators to be $3,995, or $85 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.
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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://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 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]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:
2010-17-02 Airbus: Amendment 39-16392. Docket No. FAA-2010-0041;
Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-218-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective
September 22, 2010.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to the Airbus airplanes identified in
paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD; certificated in
any category; all manufacturer serial numbers; with pitot probes
having Goodrich part number (P/N) 0851HL, serial numbers 267328
through 270714 inclusive.
(1) Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, -303, -
321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes.
(2) Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes.
(3) Model A340-541 and -642 airplanes.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 34:
Navigation.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continued airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
Several reports have recently been received of loose pneumatic
quick-disconnect unions on Goodrich pitot probes P/N (part number)
0851HL. These may be the result of mis-torque of the affected unions
at equipment manufacturing level. Investigations are still on-going
to determine the root cause(s).
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to an air leak,
resulting in incorrect total pressure measurement and consequent
erroneous Calibrated Airspeed (CAS)/MACH parameters delivered by the
Air Data Computer (ADC).
As a precautionary measure, this AD requires a torque check of
the pneumatic quick-disconnect union on certain Goodrich P/N 0851HL
pitot probes and corrective action, depending on findings.
* * * * *
This AD [MCAI] is revised in order to exclude from the torque-
check required by paragraph (4) of this AD those pitot probes marked
with a red torque check-mark.
Loss or fluctuation of indicated airspeed could result in misleading
information provided to the flightcrew. If the quick-disconnect
union fitted on the pitot probe is not adequately torqued, the
corrective action includes applying torque.
Compliance
(f) You are responsible for having the actions required by this
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Actions
(g) At the time specified, do the following actions.
(1) Within 14 days after the effective date of this AD: Perform
a torque check of the pneumatic quick-disconnect union of each pitot
probe having Goodrich P/N 0851HL, serial numbers 267328 through
270714 inclusive, to determine if the torque is adequate, in
accordance with the instructions of the applicable service
information specified in Table 1 of this AD. Before further flight,
do all applicable corrective actions in accordance with the
instructions of the applicable service information specified in
Table 1 of this AD.
Table 1--Airbus Service Information
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Airbus all operators telex-- Revision-- Dated--
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A330-34A3235 (for Model A330- 02............... March 1, 2010.
201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -
301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -
323, -341, -342, and -343
airplanes).
A340[dash]34A4241 (for Model 02............... March 1, 2010.
A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -
312, and -313 airplanes).
A340-34A5074 (for Model A340- 02............... March 1, 2010.
541 and -642 airplanes).
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(2) Within 30 days after performing the torque check required
by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, or within 30 days after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Report the torque
check results to Airbus, including no findings, as specified in the
instructions of the applicable service information listed in Table 1
of this AD.
(3) Actions done before the effective date of this AD, in
accordance with the applicable service information listed in Table 2
of this AD, are acceptable for compliance with the corresponding
requirements in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD.
Table 2--Airbus Credit Service Information
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Airbus all operators telex-- Revision-- Dated--
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A330-34A3235............................. Original..................... September 10, 2009.
A330-34A3235............................. 1............................ September 21, 2009.
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A340-34A4241............................. Original..................... September 10, 2009.
A340-34A4241............................. 1............................ September 21, 2009.
A340-34A5074............................. Original..................... September 10, 2009.
A340-34A5074............................. 1............................ September 21, 2009.
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(4) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install
a pitot probe having Goodrich P/N 0851HL, serial numbers 267328
through 270714 inclusive, on any airplane, unless the actions
required by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD have been done; or an intact
red torque check mark is visible on the interface of the pnuematic
quick disconnect union and the union mount.
FAA AD Differences
Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows:
Where the MCAI includes a compliance time of ``5 days,'' we have
determined that a compliance time of ``within 14 days after the
effective date of the AD'' is appropriate. The manufacturer and EASA
agree with this expansion in compliance time.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(h) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
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,
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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 principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or
principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a
principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office.
The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD.
(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 (44
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has
approved the information collection requirements and has assigned
OMB Control Number 2120-0056.
Related Information
(i) Refer to MCAI Airworthiness Directive 2009-0202R1, dated
April 15, 2010; and the service information specified in Table 1 of
this AD; for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use the service information contained in Table 3 of
this AD, as applicable, to do the actions required by this AD,
unless the AD specifies otherwise. (The document number, revision
level, and date of these documents are listed only on the first page
of these documents; no other page of these documents contains this
information.)
Table 3--Material Incorporated by Reference
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Airbus all operators telex-- Revision-- Dated--
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A330-34A3235.................. 02............... March 1, 2010.
A340-34A4241.................. 02............... March 1, 2010.
A340-34A5074.................. 02............... March 1, 2010.
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(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 SAS--Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; e-mail airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com;
Internet https://www.airbus.com.
(3) You may review copies of the 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.
(4) You may also review copies of the 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: https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 30, 2010.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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