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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2011–0382; Directorate
Identifier 2010–NM–063–AD]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Company Model 757 Airplanes, and
Model 767–200, 767–300, and 767–300F
Series Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
AGENCY:
We propose to supersede an
existing airworthiness directive (AD)
that applies to the products listed above.
The existing AD currently requires
revising the Limitations section of the
airplane flight manual (AFM) to advise
the flight crew of procedures to follow
to ensure that a fuel filter impending
bypass condition due to gross fuel
contamination is detected in a timely
manner. Since we issued that AD, a new
design change has been developed that
will correct an error in the operating
program software (OPS) of the engine
indication and crew alerting system
(EICAS). This proposed AD would
require installing new OPS (Version 7)
of the EICAS in the EICAS computers.
This proposed AD would also require
various concurrent actions, depending
on the airplane configuration, including
installing a certain EICAS OPS version,
making wiring changes, replacing the
audio accessory unit, replacing certain
handsets and EICAS computers,
changing EICAS computer connector
keying, and loading Operational
Program Configuration (OPC) software.
This proposed AD also retains the
existing AD provision that relieves
certain airplanes (those equipped with
certain EICAS OPS versions) from the
proposed requirements.
Accomplishment of the new proposed
actions would terminate the
requirements of the existing AD. We are
proposing this AD to prevent
malfunction and thrust loss on both
engines, which could result in a forced
off-airport landing.
DATES: We must receive comments on
this proposed AD by June 6, 2011.
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–
SUMMARY:
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30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
address above between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65,
Seattle, Washington 98124–2207;
telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1;
fax 206–766–5680; e-mail
me.boecom@boeing.com; Internet
https://www.myboeingfleet.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.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov; or in person at the
Docket Management Facility between
9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD
docket contains this proposed AD, the
regulatory evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The
street address for the Docket Office
(phone: 800–647–5527) is in the
ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after
receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Christopher Shams, Aerospace
Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–
140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification
Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue, SW.,
Renton, Washington 98057–3356;
telephone 425–917–6753; fax 425–917–
6590; e-mail:
christopher.shams@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written
relevant data, views, or arguments about
this proposed AD. Send your comments
to an address listed under the
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2011–0382; Directorate Identifier
2010–NM–063–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 because of 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
On April 14, 2008, we issued AD
2008–09–07, Amendment 39–15488 (73
FR 21811, April 23, 2008), for all Boeing
Model 757 airplanes and Model 767–
200, 767–300, and 767–300F series
airplanes. That AD requires revising the
Limitations section of the airplane flight
manual (AFM) to advise the flight crew
of procedures to follow to ensure that a
fuel filter impending bypass condition
due to gross fuel contamination is
detected in a timely manner. That AD
was prompted by an error in Version 6
of the operating program software (OPS)
of the engine indication and crew
alerting system (EICAS). The error
prevents the display of an advisory
message to the flight crew of a left
engine fuel filter contamination and
imminent bypass condition, which may
indicate an imminent multiple engine
thrust loss or engine malfunction event
due to fuel contamination. We issued
that AD to prevent malfunction and
thrust loss on both engines, which could
result in a forced off-airport landing.
Actions Since Existing AD Was Issued
AD 2008–09–07 requires interim crew
actions, via AFM limitations, to mitigate
the unsafe condition introduced by
Version 6 of the OPS. Since we issued
that AD, Boeing has developed OPS
Version 7, which corrects an error in the
OPS of the EICAS and will allow
removal of the required AFM
limitations.
Relevant Service Information
We have reviewed Boeing Special
Attention Service Bulletins 757–31–
0192 (for Model 757 airplanes) and 767–
31–0267 (for Model 767–200, –300,
–300F series airplanes), both dated
September 11, 2009. The service
bulletins describe procedures for
installing new EICAS OPS in the left
and right EICAS computers.
Service Bulletin 757–31–0192
specifies the concurrent
accomplishment of the actions specified
in Boeing Service Bulletins 757–31–
0104 (for Model 757–200 series
airplanes) and 757–31–0105 (for Model
757–300 series airplanes), both dated
December 5, 2002, which describe
procedures for changing the EICAS OPS.
Service Bulletin 767–31–0267
specifies the concurrent
accomplishment of the actions specified
in the service bulletins identified in the
following table.
SERVICE BULLETINS CONCURRENT WITH BOEING SPECIAL ATTENTION SERVICE BULLETIN 767–31–0267
Service Bulletin
Changing wires from the audio accessory unit
(AAU) on the E2–5 shelf to the bell chime
module in the warning electronics unit (WEU)
(P51).
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–23–0159, Revision 2, dated January 11, 2007.
Model 767–200 and –300 series airplanes.
Replacing the AAU .............................................
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin
767–23–0160, dated May 31, 2001.
Model 767–300 series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–23–0167, dated
February 28, 2002.
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Model 767–300 series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–23–0164, dated
May 31, 2001.
Model 767–200 and 767–300 series airplanes.
Replacing the pilots’ handset on the P8 panel,
replacing 5 attendant handsets, and replacing
the AAU on the E2–5 shelf in the main equipment center, as applicable.
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SERVICE BULLETINS CONCURRENT WITH BOEING SPECIAL ATTENTION SERVICE BULLETIN 767–31–0267—Continued
Procedures
Service Bulletin
Affected airplanes
Replacing the left and right EICAS computers
in the E8 rack, making wire changes in the
E8 shelf, changing the left and right EICAS
computer connector keying on the E8 shelf,
loading OPC software into both left and right
EICAS computers.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0091, Revision 4, dated July 7, 2005.
Model 767–200, 767–300, and 767–300F series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0098, Revision 2, including Appendices A, B, and C,
dated October 21, 1999.
Model 767–200 and 767–300 series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0099, Revision 3, including Appendices A, B, and C,
dated February 8, 2001.
Model 767–300 series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0100, Revision 2, including Appendices A, B, and C,
dated July 29, 1999.
Model 767–200 and 767–300 series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0101, including Appendices A, B, and C, dated July 6,
2000.
Model 767–200 and 767–300 series airplanes.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0114, Revision 1, dated June 8, 2000.
Model 767–200, 767–300, and 767–300F series airplanes.
Installing new EICAS OPS and EICAS OPC
software, as applicable.
FAA’s Determination
We are proposing this AD because we
evaluated all the relevant information
and determined the unsafe condition
described previously is likely to exist or
develop in other products of these same
type designs.
Proposed AD Requirements
This proposed AD would continue to
require the AFM limitations specified in
AD 2008–09–07. This proposed AD
would also require the actions specified
in the service information described
previously, which would terminate the
AFM limitations. This proposed AD also
includes a provision that provides relief
from the proposed requirements for
airplanes with EICAS OPS versions
other than Version 6.
REVISED PARAGRAPH IDENTIFIERS
Requirement in
AD 2008–09–07
paragraph (f)
paragraph (g)
Change to Existing AD
This proposed AD would retain the
requirements of AD 2008–09–07. Since
that AD was issued, the AD format has
been revised, and certain paragraphs
have been rearranged. As a result, the
corresponding paragraph identifiers
have changed in this proposed AD, as
listed in the following table:
Corresponding
requirement in this
proposed AD
paragraph (g)
paragraph (h)
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this proposed AD
affects 1,078 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the costs to comply with
the following proposed requirements:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
AFM revision (retained from AD 2008–09–07
EICAS OPS installation (new proposed action).
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ..................
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ..................
We have no definitive data for the
number of U.S.-registered airplanes
subject to the proposed concurrent
requirements in this proposed AD, but
we provide the following estimated per-
Cost per
product
Parts cost
$0
0
Cost on U.S.
operators
$85
85
$91,630
91,630
airplane costs to comply with the
concurrent requirements.
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ESTIMATED COSTS FOR CONCURRENT ACTIONS
Action
Service Bulletin
Service Bulletin
Labor cost
Parts cost
EICAS OPS installation ................
757–31–0104, 757–31–0105 ......
Negligible ..............
$85–$170
Wiring change ..............................
767–23–0159 ..............................
$501 ......................
926
AAU/handset replacement ...........
767–23–0160,
767–23–0164.
1–2 work-hours × $85 per hour =
$85–$170.
5 work-hours × $85 per hour =
$425.
1 work-hour × $85 per hour =
$85.
Negligible ..............
85
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ESTIMATED COSTS FOR CONCURRENT ACTIONS—Continued
Action
Service Bulletin
Service Bulletin
Labor cost
Parts cost
EICAS computer replacement,
wiring change, OPC installation.
767–31–0091,
767–31–0098,
767–31–0099, 767–31–0100,
767–31–0101.
767–31–0114 ..............................
5–24 work-hours × $85 per hour
= $425–$2,040.
Negligible ..............
425–2,040
1 work-hour × $85 per hour =
$85.
Negligible ..............
85
EICAS OPS/OPC installation .......
Authority for This Rulemaking
The Proposed Amendment
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.
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
39 as follows:
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Regulatory Findings
We have 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 that the 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),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
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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
removing airworthiness directive (AD)
2008–09–07, Amendment 39–15488 (73
FR 21811, April 23, 2008), and adding
the following new AD:
The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA–
2011–0382; Directorate Identifier 2010–
NM–063–AD.
Comments Due Date
(a) The FAA must receive comments on
this AD action by May 5, 2011.
Affected ADs
(b) This AD supersedes AD 2008–09–07,
Amendment 39–15488.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all The Boeing
Company 757–200, 757–200PF, 757–200CB,
757–300, 767–200, 767–300, and 767–300F
series airplanes; certificated in any category.
Subject
(d) Joint Aircraft System Component
(JASC)/Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 31, Instruments.
Unsafe Condition
(e) This AD was prompted by an error in
the operating program software (OPS) of the
engine indication and crew alerting system
(EICAS). The error prevents the display of an
advisory message to the flight crew of a left
engine fuel filter contamination and
imminent bypass condition, which may
indicate an imminent multiple engine thrust
loss or engine malfunction event due to fuel
contamination. We are issuing this AD to
prevent malfunction and thrust loss on both
engines, which could result in a forced offairport landing.
Compliance
(f) Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
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Restatement of Requirements of AD 2008–
09–07, With No Changes
Revision of Airplane Flight Manual (AFM)
(g) Except as provided by paragraphs (h)
and (i) of this AD: Within 30 days after May
8, 2008 (the effective date of AD 2008–09–
07), revise the Limitations section of the
applicable AFM to include the following.
This may be done by inserting a copy of this
AD into the AFM.
If the STATUS cue shows while on the
ground after engine start or during flight,
select the status page on the secondary
EICAS display, and verify the ‘‘L ENG FUEL
FILT’’ message is not shown. If the ‘‘L ENG
FUEL FILT’’ message is not shown on the
status page, the secondary engine parameters
may be reselected on the secondary EICAS
display, or the display may be blanked. If the
‘‘L ENG FUEL FILT’’ message is shown on the
status display, accomplish the ENGINE FUEL
FILTER non-normal checklist as published in
the Boeing Quick Reference Handbook. If on
the ground, check the Dispatch Deviations
Guide (DDG), or operator equivalent.
In the event that the status level ‘‘L ENG
FUEL FILT’’ and advisory level ‘‘R ENG FUEL
FILT’’ messages are simultaneously shown,
an impending fuel filter bypass condition
exists on both engines. With both messages
shown, airplane fuel system contamination
may be present and may result in erratic
engine operation or flameout.
Further flight crew action in response to
either or both the ‘‘L ENG FUEL FILT’’ statuslevel message and the ‘‘R ENG FUEL FILT’’
advisory level messages being shown are not
established by Boeing or the FAA. Any
further flight crew action should be
determined by individual operator policy.
Boeing policy on flight crew use of statuslevel messages has not changed. After engine
start, any condition having an adverse effect
on safe continuation of the flight appears as
an EICAS alert message (Warning, Caution, or
Advisory). If other status-level messages are
shown as a consequence of complying with
these temporary operating instructions, the
flight crew should respond in accordance
with the appropriate operator policy.
Dispatch of the airplane with an
inoperative EICAS display unit is prohibited.
Exception to AFM Limitations Requirement
(h) If all affected airplanes in an operator’s
fleet have been verified by the operator to
have EICAS computer part number
S242N701–1001 and only EICAS OPS
versions other than Version 6 software that
are FAA approved for that airplane, then
accomplishment of the actions specified in
paragraph (g) of this AD is not required.
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New Requirements of This AD
EICAS OPS Installation
(i) Except as provided by paragraph (k) of
this AD: Within 90 days after the effective
date of this AD, install EICAS OPS Version
7 in the left and right EICAS computers, in
accordance with the applicable service
information specified in paragraph (i)(1) or
(i)(2) of this AD. Accomplishment of the
applicable requirements of paragraphs (i) and
(j) of this AD terminates the requirements of
paragraph (g) of this AD, provided that those
actions have been accomplished on all
airplanes operated within an operator’s fleet.
(1) For Model 757 airplanes: Use Boeing
Special Attention Service Bulletin 757–31–
0192, dated September 11, 2009.
(2) For Model 767–200, –300, and –300F
series airplanes: Use Boeing Special
Attention Service Bulletin 767–31–0267,
dated September 11, 2009.
Concurrent Requirements
(j) For airplanes subject to the requirements
of paragraph (i) of this AD: Before or
concurrently with accomplishment of the
requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD, do
the applicable actions specified in
paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(12) of this AD.
(1) For Model 757–200, 757–200CB, 757–
200PF series airplanes, as identified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 757–31–0104, dated
December 5, 2002: Install EICAS OPS Version
5, in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin
757–31–0104, dated December 5, 2002.
(2) For Model 757–300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 757–31–
0105, dated December 5, 2002: Install EICAS
OPS Version 5, in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 757–31–0105, dated
December 5, 2002.
(3) For Model 767–200 and –300 airplanes,
as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767–
23–0159, Revision 2, dated January 11, 2007:
Change wires from the audio accessory unit
(AAU) on the E2–5 shelf to the bell chime
module in the warning electronics unit
(WEU) (P51), in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767–23–0159, Revision 2,
dated January 11, 2007.
(4) For Model 767–300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 767–23–0160, dated May 31,
2001: Replace the AAU with a new or
serviceable unit, in accordance with Boeing
Special Attention Service Bulletin 767–23–
0160, dated May 31, 2001.
(5) For Model 767–300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767–23–
0167, dated February 28, 2002: Replace the
AAU with a new or serviceable unit, in
accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin
767–23–0167, dated February 28, 2002.
(6) For Model 767–200 and 767–300 series
airplanes, as identified in Boeing Service
Bulletin 767–23–0164, dated May 31, 2001:
Replace the pilots’ handset on the P8 panel,
replace 5 attendant handsets, and replace the
AAU on the E2–5 shelf in the main
equipment center, as applicable; in
accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin
767–23–0164, dated May 31, 2001.
(7) For Model 767–200, 767–300, and 767–
300F series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Service Bulletin 767–31–0091, Revision 4,
dated July 7, 2005: Replace the left and right
EICAS computers in the E8 rack, make wire
changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and
right EICAS computer connector keying on
the E8 shelf, load OPC software into both left
and right EICAS computers; in accordance
with Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0091,
Revision 4, dated July 7, 2005. These actions
are also required by AD 2004–10–05.
(8) For Model 767–200 and 767–300 series
airplanes, as identified in Boeing Service
Bulletin 767–31–0098, Revision 2, dated
October 21, 1999: Replace the left and right
EICAS computers in the E8 rack, make wire
changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and
right EICAS computer connector keying on
the E8 shelf, load OPC software into both left
and right EICAS computers; in accordance
with Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0098,
Revision 2, dated October 21, 1999. These
actions are also required by AD 2004–10–05.
(9) For Model 767–300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–
0099, Revision 3, dated February 8, 2001:
Replace the left and right EICAS computers
in the E8 rack, make wire changes in the E8
shelf, change the left and right EICAS
computer connector keying on the E8 shelf,
load OPC software into both left and right
EICAS computers; in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767–31–0099, Revision 3,
dated February 8, 2001. These actions are
also required by AD 2004–10–05.
(10) For Model 767–200 and 767–300
series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
22063
Service Bulletin 767–31–0100, Revision 2,
dated July 29, 1999: Replace the left and right
EICAS computers in the E8 rack, make wire
changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and
right EICAS computer connector keying on
the E8 shelf, load OPC software into both left
and right EICAS computers; in accordance
with Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0100,
Revision 2, dated July 29, 1999. These
actions are also required by AD 2004–10–05.
(11) For Model 767–200 and 767–300
series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Service Bulletin 767–31–0101, dated July 6,
2000: Replace the left and right EICAS
computers in the E8 rack, make wire changes
in the E8 shelf, change the left and right
EICAS computer connector keying on the E8
shelf, load OPC software into both left and
right EICAS computers; in accordance with
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0101, dated
July 6, 2000. These actions are also required
by AD 2004–10–05.
(12) For Model 767–200, 767–300, and
767–300F series airplanes, as identified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 767–31–0114,
Revision 1, dated June 8, 2000: Install EICAS
OPS Version 2 and EICAS OPC software, as
applicable, in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767–31–0114, Revision 1,
dated June 8, 2000.
Exception to OPS Installation Requirement
(k) For any airplane verified by the
operator to have EICAS computer part
number S242N701–1001 and only EICAS
OPS versions other than Version 6 software
that are FAA approved for that airplane, the
actions specified in paragraphs (i) and (j) of
this AD are not required.
Parts Installation
(l) As of the effective date of this AD, no
person may install EICAS OPS Version 6
software on any airplane.
Credit for Actions Accomplished in
Accordance With Previous Service
Information
(m) Accomplishment before the effective
date of this AD of the actions specified in a
service bulletin identified in table 1 of this
AD is acceptable for compliance with the
applicable requirements of paragraph (j) of
this AD, except as noted.
TABLE 1—CREDIT SERVICE BULLETINS
Revision
Date
Airplanes excluded from compliance approval
767–23–0159 ...........................
767–31–0091 ...........................
1 ................................
1 ................................
December 5, 2002 ....
February 4, 1999 .......
767–31–0091 ...........................
767–31–0091 ...........................
767–31–0098 ...........................
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2 ................................
3 ................................
Original ......................
February 24, 2000 .....
April 27, 2000 ............
August 27, 1998 ........
767–31–0098 ...........................
1 ................................
February 4, 1999 .......
767–31–0099
767–31–0099
767–31–0099
767–31–0100
767–31–0100
Original ......................
1 ................................
2 ................................
Original ......................
1 ................................
August 6, 1998 ..........
February 4, 1999 .......
June 17, 1999 ...........
August 20, 1998 ........
February 4, 1999 .......
No exceptions.
Acceptable except for airplanes VN634, VN635, VH171,
VN172, VF251, and VN198.
Acceptable except for airplane VN198.
No exceptions.
Acceptable except for airplanes VB051 through VB054,
VN307 through VN314, VN676, and VK046 through VK054.
Acceptable except for airplanes VB051 through VB054,
VN307 through VN314, VN676, and VK046 through VK054.
Acceptable only for airplanes VL871 through VL873.
Acceptable only for airplanes VL871 through VL873.
Acceptable only for airplanes VL871 through VL873.
No exceptions.
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Revision
Date
Airplanes excluded from compliance approval
767–31–0114 ...........................
Original ......................
March 18, 1999 .........
Acceptable except for airplanes VL891 through VL910,
VR201 through VR206, and VW701 through VW721.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
(n)(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector
or local Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in the
Related Information section of this AD.
Information may be e-mailed to 9-ANMSeattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
Internal Revenue Service
Related Information
(o) For more information about this AD,
contact Christopher Shams, Aerospace
Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S,
FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone 425–
917–6753; fax 425–917–6590; e-mail
christopher.shams@faa.gov.
(p) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65,
Seattle, Washington 98124–2207; telephone
206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–
5680; e-mail me.boecom;@boeing.com;
Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.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.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 13,
2011.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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Guidance on Reporting Interest Paid to
Nonresident Aliens; Hearing
Internal Revenue Service (IRS),
Treasury.
ACTION: Notice of public hearing on
proposed rulemaking.
AGENCY:
This document contains a
rescheduled notice of public hearing on
a notice of proposed rulemaking (REG–
146097–09) that was published in the
Federal Register on Friday, January 7,
2011 (76 FR 1105) providing guidance
on the reporting requirements for
interest on deposits maintained at U.S.
offices of certain financial institutions
and paid to nonresident alien
individuals.
SUMMARY:
The public hearing is being
rescheduled from Monday, April 25,
2011 to Wednesday, May 18, 2011, at
10 a.m.
ADDRESSES: The public hearing is being
held in the auditorium, Internal
Revenue Building, 1111 Constitution
Avenue, NW., Washington, DC. Send
submissions to: CC: PA: LPD: PR (REG–
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Franklin Station, Washington, DC
20044. Submissions may be handdelivered Monday through Friday
between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
to CC: PA: LPD: PR (REG–146097–09),
Courier’s Desk, Internal Revenue
Service, 1111 Constitution Avenue,
NW., Washington, DC. Alternatively,
taxpayers may submit electronic
outlines of oral comments via the
Federal eRulemaking Portal at https://
www.regulations.gov.
DATES:
The
subject of the public hearing is the
notice of proposed rulemaking (REG–
146097–09) that was published in the
Federal Register on Friday, January 7,
2011 (76 FR 1105).
Persons, who wish to present oral
comments at the hearing that submitted
written comments, must submit an
outline of the topics to be discussed and
the amount of time to be devoted to
each topic (signed original and eight (8)
copies) by Friday, April 8, 2011.
A period of 10 minutes is allotted to
each person for presenting oral
comments. After the deadline for
receiving outlines has passed, the IRS
will prepare an agenda containing the
schedule of speakers. Copies of the
agenda will be made available, free of
charge, at the hearing or in the Freedom
of Information Reading Room (FOIA RR)
(Room 1621) which is located at the
11th and Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.,
entrance, 1111 Constitution Avenue,
NW., Washington, DC.
Because of access restrictions, the IRS
will not admit visitors beyond the
immediate entrance area more than 30
minutes before the hearing starts. For
information about having your name
placed on the building access list to
attend the hearing, see the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section of this
document.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Legal Processing Division, Associate Chief
Counsel (Procedure and Administration).
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Concerning the proposed regulations,
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concerning submissions of comments,
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building access list to attend the
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2011-0382; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-063-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes,
and Model 767-200, 767-300, and 767-300F Series Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: We propose to supersede an existing airworthiness directive
(AD) that applies to the products listed above. The existing AD
currently requires revising the Limitations section of the airplane
flight manual (AFM) to advise the flight crew of procedures to follow
to ensure that a fuel filter impending bypass condition due to gross
fuel contamination is detected in a timely manner. Since we issued that
AD, a new design change has been developed that will correct an error
in the operating program software (OPS) of the engine indication and
crew alerting system (EICAS). This proposed AD would require installing
new OPS (Version 7) of the EICAS in the EICAS computers. This proposed
AD would also require various concurrent actions, depending on the
airplane configuration, including installing a certain EICAS OPS
version, making wiring changes, replacing the audio accessory unit,
replacing certain handsets and EICAS computers, changing EICAS computer
connector keying, and loading Operational Program Configuration (OPC)
software. This proposed AD also retains the existing AD provision that
relieves certain airplanes (those equipped with certain EICAS OPS
versions) from the proposed requirements. Accomplishment of the new
proposed actions would terminate the requirements of the existing AD.
We are proposing this AD to prevent malfunction and thrust loss on both
engines, which could result in a forced off-airport landing.
DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by June 6, 2011.
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-
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30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue,
SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing
Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box
3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, Washington 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-5000,
extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; e-mail me.boecom@boeing.com; Internet
https://www.myboeingfleet.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.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street
address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after
receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Christopher Shams, Aerospace Engineer,
Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone
425-917-6753; fax 425-917-6590; e-mail: christopher.shams@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2011-0382;
Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-063-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 because of 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
On April 14, 2008, we issued AD 2008-09-07, Amendment 39-15488 (73
FR 21811, April 23, 2008), for all Boeing Model 757 airplanes and Model
767-200, 767-300, and 767-300F series airplanes. That AD requires
revising the Limitations section of the airplane flight manual (AFM) to
advise the flight crew of procedures to follow to ensure that a fuel
filter impending bypass condition due to gross fuel contamination is
detected in a timely manner. That AD was prompted by an error in
Version 6 of the operating program software (OPS) of the engine
indication and crew alerting system (EICAS). The error prevents the
display of an advisory message to the flight crew of a left engine fuel
filter contamination and imminent bypass condition, which may indicate
an imminent multiple engine thrust loss or engine malfunction event due
to fuel contamination. We issued that AD to prevent malfunction and
thrust loss on both engines, which could result in a forced off-airport
landing.
Actions Since Existing AD Was Issued
AD 2008-09-07 requires interim crew actions, via AFM limitations,
to mitigate the unsafe condition introduced by Version 6 of the OPS.
Since we issued that AD, Boeing has developed OPS Version 7, which
corrects an error in the OPS of the EICAS and will allow removal of the
required AFM limitations.
Relevant Service Information
We have reviewed Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletins 757-31-
0192 (for Model 757 airplanes) and 767-31-0267 (for Model 767-200, -
300, -300F series airplanes), both dated September 11, 2009. The
service bulletins describe procedures for installing new EICAS OPS in
the left and right EICAS computers.
Service Bulletin 757-31-0192 specifies the concurrent
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletins
757-31-0104 (for Model 757-200 series airplanes) and 757-31-0105 (for
Model 757-300 series airplanes), both dated December 5, 2002, which
describe procedures for changing the EICAS OPS.
Service Bulletin 767-31-0267 specifies the concurrent
accomplishment of the actions specified in the service bulletins
identified in the following table.
Service Bulletins Concurrent With Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 767-31-0267
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Procedures Service Bulletin Affected airplanes
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Changing wires from the Boeing Service Model 767-200 and -
audio accessory unit (AAU) Bulletin 767-23- 300 series
on the E2-5 shelf to the 0159, Revision 2, airplanes.
bell chime module in the dated January 11,
warning electronics unit 2007.
(WEU) (P51).
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Replacing the AAU........... Boeing Special Model 767-300 series
Attention Service airplanes.
Bulletin 767-23-
0160, dated May 31,
2001.
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Boeing Service Model 767-300 series
Bulletin 767-23- airplanes.
0167, dated
February 28, 2002.
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Replacing the pilots' Boeing Service Model 767-200 and
handset on the P8 panel, Bulletin 767-23- 767-300 series
replacing 5 attendant 0164, dated May 31, airplanes.
handsets, and replacing the 2001.
AAU on the E2-5 shelf in
the main equipment center,
as applicable.
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Replacing the left and right Boeing Service Model 767-200, 767-
EICAS computers in the E8 Bulletin 767-31- 300, and 767-300F
rack, making wire changes 0091, Revision 4, series airplanes.
in the E8 shelf, changing dated July 7, 2005.
the left and right EICAS
computer connector keying
on the E8 shelf, loading
OPC software into both left
and right EICAS computers.
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Boeing Service Model 767-200 and
Bulletin 767-31- 767-300 series
0098, Revision 2, airplanes.
including
Appendices A, B,
and C, dated
October 21, 1999.
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Boeing Service Model 767-300 series
Bulletin 767-31- airplanes.
0099, Revision 3,
including
Appendices A, B,
and C, dated
February 8, 2001.
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Boeing Service Model 767-200 and
Bulletin 767-31- 767-300 series
0100, Revision 2, airplanes.
including
Appendices A, B,
and C, dated July
29, 1999.
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Boeing Service Model 767-200 and
Bulletin 767-31- 767-300 series
0101, including airplanes.
Appendices A, B,
and C, dated July
6, 2000.
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Installing new EICAS OPS and Boeing Service Model 767-200, 767-
EICAS OPC software, as Bulletin 767-31- 300, and 767-300F
applicable. 0114, Revision 1, series airplanes.
dated June 8, 2000.
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FAA's Determination
We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant
information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is
likely to exist or develop in other products of these same type
designs.
Proposed AD Requirements
This proposed AD would continue to require the AFM limitations
specified in AD 2008-09-07. This proposed AD would also require the
actions specified in the service information described previously,
which would terminate the AFM limitations. This proposed AD also
includes a provision that provides relief from the proposed
requirements for airplanes with EICAS OPS versions other than Version
6.
Change to Existing AD
This proposed AD would retain the requirements of AD 2008-09-07.
Since that AD was issued, the AD format has been revised, and certain
paragraphs have been rearranged. As a result, the corresponding
paragraph identifiers have changed in this proposed AD, as listed in
the following table:
Revised Paragraph Identifiers
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Corresponding requirement in this
Requirement in AD 2008-09-07 proposed AD
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paragraph (f) paragraph (g)
paragraph (g) paragraph (h)
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Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this proposed AD affects 1,078 airplanes of U.S.
registry. We estimate the costs to comply with the following proposed
requirements:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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AFM revision (retained from AD 2008-09- 1 work-hour x $85 per $0 $85 $91,630
07. hour = $85.
EICAS OPS installation (new proposed 1 work-hour x $85 per 0 85 91,630
action). hour = $85.
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We have no definitive data for the number of U.S.-registered
airplanes subject to the proposed concurrent requirements in this
proposed AD, but we provide the following estimated per-airplane costs
to comply with the concurrent requirements.
Estimated Costs for Concurrent Actions
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Cost per
Action Service Bulletin Service Bulletin Labor cost Parts cost product
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EICAS OPS installation......... 757-31-0104, 757- 1-2 work-hours x Negligible............... $85-$170
31-0105. $85 per hour =
$85-$170.
Wiring change.................. 767-23-0159...... 5 work-hours x $501..................... 926
$85 per hour =
$425.
AAU/handset replacement........ 767-23-0160, 767- 1 work-hour x $85 Negligible............... 85
23-0167, 767-23- per hour = $85.
0164.
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EICAS computer replacement, 767-31-0091, 767- 5-24 work-hours x Negligible............... 425-2,040
wiring change, OPC 31-0098, 767-31- $85 per hour =
installation. 0099, 767-31- $425-$2,040.
0100, 767-31-
0101.
EICAS OPS/OPC installation..... 767-31-0114...... 1 work-hour x $85 Negligible............... 85
per hour = $85.
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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 have 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 that the 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),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
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 removing airworthiness directive
(AD) 2008-09-07, Amendment 39-15488 (73 FR 21811, April 23, 2008), and
adding the following new AD:
The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2011-0382; Directorate Identifier
2010-NM-063-AD.
Comments Due Date
(a) The FAA must receive comments on this AD action by May 5,
2011.
Affected ADs
(b) This AD supersedes AD 2008-09-07, Amendment 39-15488.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all The Boeing Company 757-200, 757-
200PF, 757-200CB, 757-300, 767-200, 767-300, and 767-300F series
airplanes; certificated in any category.
Subject
(d) Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport
Association (ATA) of America Code 31, Instruments.
Unsafe Condition
(e) This AD was prompted by an error in the operating program
software (OPS) of the engine indication and crew alerting system
(EICAS). The error prevents the display of an advisory message to
the flight crew of a left engine fuel filter contamination and
imminent bypass condition, which may indicate an imminent multiple
engine thrust loss or engine malfunction event due to fuel
contamination. We are issuing this AD to prevent malfunction and
thrust loss on both engines, which could result in a forced off-
airport landing.
Compliance
(f) Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
Restatement of Requirements of AD 2008-09-07, With No Changes
Revision of Airplane Flight Manual (AFM)
(g) Except as provided by paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD:
Within 30 days after May 8, 2008 (the effective date of AD 2008-09-
07), revise the Limitations section of the applicable AFM to include
the following. This may be done by inserting a copy of this AD into
the AFM.
If the STATUS cue shows while on the ground after engine start
or during flight, select the status page on the secondary EICAS
display, and verify the ``L ENG FUEL FILT'' message is not shown. If
the ``L ENG FUEL FILT'' message is not shown on the status page, the
secondary engine parameters may be reselected on the secondary EICAS
display, or the display may be blanked. If the ``L ENG FUEL FILT''
message is shown on the status display, accomplish the ENGINE FUEL
FILTER non-normal checklist as published in the Boeing Quick
Reference Handbook. If on the ground, check the Dispatch Deviations
Guide (DDG), or operator equivalent.
In the event that the status level ``L ENG FUEL FILT'' and
advisory level ``R ENG FUEL FILT'' messages are simultaneously
shown, an impending fuel filter bypass condition exists on both
engines. With both messages shown, airplane fuel system
contamination may be present and may result in erratic engine
operation or flameout.
Further flight crew action in response to either or both the ``L
ENG FUEL FILT'' status-level message and the ``R ENG FUEL FILT''
advisory level messages being shown are not established by Boeing or
the FAA. Any further flight crew action should be determined by
individual operator policy.
Boeing policy on flight crew use of status-level messages has
not changed. After engine start, any condition having an adverse
effect on safe continuation of the flight appears as an EICAS alert
message (Warning, Caution, or Advisory). If other status-level
messages are shown as a consequence of complying with these
temporary operating instructions, the flight crew should respond in
accordance with the appropriate operator policy.
Dispatch of the airplane with an inoperative EICAS display unit
is prohibited.
Exception to AFM Limitations Requirement
(h) If all affected airplanes in an operator's fleet have been
verified by the operator to have EICAS computer part number
S242N701-1001 and only EICAS OPS versions other than Version 6
software that are FAA approved for that airplane, then
accomplishment of the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD
is not required.
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New Requirements of This AD
EICAS OPS Installation
(i) Except as provided by paragraph (k) of this AD: Within 90
days after the effective date of this AD, install EICAS OPS Version
7 in the left and right EICAS computers, in accordance with the
applicable service information specified in paragraph (i)(1) or
(i)(2) of this AD. Accomplishment of the applicable requirements of
paragraphs (i) and (j) of this AD terminates the requirements of
paragraph (g) of this AD, provided that those actions have been
accomplished on all airplanes operated within an operator's fleet.
(1) For Model 757 airplanes: Use Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 757-31-0192, dated September 11, 2009.
(2) For Model 767-200, -300, and -300F series airplanes: Use
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-31-0267, dated
September 11, 2009.
Concurrent Requirements
(j) For airplanes subject to the requirements of paragraph (i)
of this AD: Before or concurrently with accomplishment of the
requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD, do the applicable actions
specified in paragraphs (j)(1) through (j)(12) of this AD.
(1) For Model 757-200, 757-200CB, 757-200PF series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 757-31-0104, dated December 5,
2002: Install EICAS OPS Version 5, in accordance with Boeing Service
Bulletin 757-31-0104, dated December 5, 2002.
(2) For Model 757-300 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Service Bulletin 757-31-0105, dated December 5, 2002: Install EICAS
OPS Version 5, in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 757-31-
0105, dated December 5, 2002.
(3) For Model 767-200 and -300 airplanes, as identified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 767-23-0159, Revision 2, dated January 11,
2007: Change wires from the audio accessory unit (AAU) on the E2-5
shelf to the bell chime module in the warning electronics unit (WEU)
(P51), in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin 767-23-0159,
Revision 2, dated January 11, 2007.
(4) For Model 767-300 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-23-0160, dated May 31, 2001:
Replace the AAU with a new or serviceable unit, in accordance with
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 767-23-0160, dated May 31,
2001.
(5) For Model 767-300 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Service Bulletin 767-23-0167, dated February 28, 2002: Replace the
AAU with a new or serviceable unit, in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767-23-0167, dated February 28, 2002.
(6) For Model 767-200 and 767-300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-23-0164, dated May 31,
2001: Replace the pilots' handset on the P8 panel, replace 5
attendant handsets, and replace the AAU on the E2-5 shelf in the
main equipment center, as applicable; in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767-23-0164, dated May 31, 2001.
(7) For Model 767-200, 767-300, and 767-300F series airplanes,
as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0091, Revision 4,
dated July 7, 2005: Replace the left and right EICAS computers in
the E8 rack, make wire changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and
right EICAS computer connector keying on the E8 shelf, load OPC
software into both left and right EICAS computers; in accordance
with Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0091, Revision 4, dated July 7,
2005. These actions are also required by AD 2004-10-05.
(8) For Model 767-200 and 767-300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0098, Revision 2, dated
October 21, 1999: Replace the left and right EICAS computers in the
E8 rack, make wire changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and
right EICAS computer connector keying on the E8 shelf, load OPC
software into both left and right EICAS computers; in accordance
with Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0098, Revision 2, dated October
21, 1999. These actions are also required by AD 2004-10-05.
(9) For Model 767-300 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Service Bulletin 767-31-0099, Revision 3, dated February 8, 2001:
Replace the left and right EICAS computers in the E8 rack, make wire
changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and right EICAS computer
connector keying on the E8 shelf, load OPC software into both left
and right EICAS computers; in accordance with Boeing Service
Bulletin 767-31-0099, Revision 3, dated February 8, 2001. These
actions are also required by AD 2004-10-05.
(10) For Model 767-200 and 767-300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0100, Revision 2, dated
July 29, 1999: Replace the left and right EICAS computers in the E8
rack, make wire changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and right
EICAS computer connector keying on the E8 shelf, load OPC software
into both left and right EICAS computers; in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767-31-0100, Revision 2, dated July 29, 1999. These
actions are also required by AD 2004-10-05.
(11) For Model 767-200 and 767-300 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0101, dated July 6,
2000: Replace the left and right EICAS computers in the E8 rack,
make wire changes in the E8 shelf, change the left and right EICAS
computer connector keying on the E8 shelf, load OPC software into
both left and right EICAS computers; in accordance with Boeing
Service Bulletin 767-31-0101, dated July 6, 2000. These actions are
also required by AD 2004-10-05.
(12) For Model 767-200, 767-300, and 767-300F series airplanes,
as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0114, Revision 1,
dated June 8, 2000: Install EICAS OPS Version 2 and EICAS OPC
software, as applicable, in accordance with Boeing Service Bulletin
767-31-0114, Revision 1, dated June 8, 2000.
Exception to OPS Installation Requirement
(k) For any airplane verified by the operator to have EICAS
computer part number S242N701-1001 and only EICAS OPS versions other
than Version 6 software that are FAA approved for that airplane, the
actions specified in paragraphs (i) and (j) of this AD are not
required.
Parts Installation
(l) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install
EICAS OPS Version 6 software on any airplane.
Credit for Actions Accomplished in Accordance With Previous Service
Information
(m) Accomplishment before the effective date of this AD of the
actions specified in a service bulletin identified in table 1 of
this AD is acceptable for compliance with the applicable
requirements of paragraph (j) of this AD, except as noted.
Table 1--Credit Service Bulletins
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Airplanes excluded
Boeing Service Bulletin Revision Date from compliance
approval
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767-23-0159................... 1........................... December 5, 2002........... No exceptions.
767-31-0091................... 1........................... February 4, 1999........... Acceptable except for
airplanes VN634,
VN635, VH171, VN172,
VF251, and VN198.
767-31-0091................... 2........................... February 24, 2000.......... Acceptable except for
airplane VN198.
767-31-0091................... 3........................... April 27, 2000............. No exceptions.
767-31-0098................... Original.................... August 27, 1998............ Acceptable except for
airplanes VB051
through VB054, VN307
through VN314,
VN676, and VK046
through VK054.
767-31-0098................... 1........................... February 4, 1999........... Acceptable except for
airplanes VB051
through VB054, VN307
through VN314,
VN676, and VK046
through VK054.
767-31-0099................... Original.................... August 6, 1998............. Acceptable only for
airplanes VL871
through VL873.
767-31-0099................... 1........................... February 4, 1999........... Acceptable only for
airplanes VL871
through VL873.
767-31-0099................... 2........................... June 17, 1999.............. Acceptable only for
airplanes VL871
through VL873.
767-31-0100................... Original.................... August 20, 1998............ No exceptions.
767-31-0100................... 1........................... February 4, 1999........... No exceptions.
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767-31-0114................... Original.................... March 18, 1999............. Acceptable except for
airplanes VL891
through VL910, VR201
through VR206, and
VW701 through VW721.
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Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(n)(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO),
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14
CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending
information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in the Related Information
section of this AD. Information may be e-mailed to 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
Related Information
(o) For more information about this AD, contact Christopher
Shams, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle
Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone 425-917-6753; fax 425-917-6590; e-
mail christopher.shams@faa.gov.
(p) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management,
P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, Washington 98124-2207; telephone
206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; e-mail
me.boecom;@boeing.com; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.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.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 13, 2011.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2011-9524 Filed 4-19-11; 8:45 am]
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