Special Conditions: Eurocopter France, EC130T2; Use of 30-Minute Power Rating, 48058-48060 [2012-19444]

Download as PDF mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with RULES 48058 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 156 / Monday, August 13, 2012 / Rules and Regulations eligibility at recertification of its currently participating caseload. In lieu of the 1-year match at recertification requirement and for the same purpose, State agencies may conduct a one-time match of their participating caseload against active disqualifications in the disqualified recipient database. State agencies have the option of exempting minors from this match. (ii) State agencies shall also use the disqualified recipient database for the purpose of determining the eligibility of newly added household members. (5) The disqualification of an individual for an intentional Program violation in one political jurisdiction shall be valid in another. 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[FR Doc. 2012–19768 Filed 8–10–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–30–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 27 [Docket No. FAA–2012–0820; Special Conditions No. 27–028–SC] Special Conditions: Eurocopter France, EC130T2; Use of 30-Minute Power Rating Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final special conditions; request for comments. AGENCY: These special conditions are issued for the Eurocopter France Model EC130T2 helicopter. This model helicopter will have the novel or unusual design feature of a 30-minute power rating, generally intended to be used for hovering at increased power for search and rescue missions. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards. DATES: The effective date of these special conditions is July 30, 2012. We must receive your comments by September 27, 2012. ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by docket number FAA–2012–0820 using any of the following methods: Federal eRegulations Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov and follow the online instructions for sending your comments electronically. Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M–30, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Room W12–140, West SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC, 20590–0001. Hand Delivery of Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in Room W12–140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 8 a.m., and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at 202–493–2251. Privacy: The FAA will post all comments it receives, without change, to https://regulations.gov, including any personal information the commenter provides. Using the search function of the docket web site, anyone can find and read the electronic form of all comments received into any FAA docket, including the name of the individual sending the comment (or signing the comment for an association, business, labor union, etc.). DOT’s complete Privacy Act Statement can be found in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477–19478), as well as at https://DocketsInfo.dot.gov. Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at https://www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions for accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room @12–140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m., and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Eric Haight, Rotorcraft Standards Staff, ASW–111, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76137; telephone (817) 222–5204; facsimile (817) 222–5961. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Reason for No Prior Notice and Comment Before Adoption The FAA has determined that notice and opportunity for public comment are impractical because we do not expect substantive comments, and because this special condition only affects this one manufacturer. We also considered that these procedures would significantly delay the issuance of the design approval, and thus, the delivery of the affected aircraft. As certification for the Eurocopter France model EC130T2 is imminent, the FAA finds that good cause exists for making these special conditions effective upon issuance. Comments Invited While we did not precede this with a notice of proposed special conditions, we invite interested people to take part in this rulemaking by sending written E:\FR\FM\13AUR1.SGM 13AUR1 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 156 / Monday, August 13, 2012 / Rules and Regulations mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with RULES comments, data, or views. The most helpful comments reference a specific portion of the special conditions, explain the reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. We will consider all comments we receive by the closing date for comments. We will consider comments filed late if it is possible to do so without incurring expense or delay. We may change these special conditions based on the comments we receive. Background and Discussion On October 7, 2008, Eurocopter France applied to amend Type Certificate No. H9EU to include the new EC130T2 model. The EC130T2 model is a derivative of the EC130B4, which is currently approved under Type Certificate No. H9EU. The EC130T2 is a 14 CFR part 27 normal category, singleengine rotorcraft, which will be certificated for single-pilot operation and a maximum of seven passengers. This model includes increased performance from the Turbomeca Arriel 2D engine, an upgraded main transmission, new vehicle engine management display (VEMD) avionics, and an active vibration control system. Eurocopter France proposes that the EC130T2 model use a novel and unusual design feature, which is a 30minute power rating, identified in the Arriel 2D engine type certification data sheet (TCDS) [FAA Turbomeca TCDS No. E00054EN]. 14 CFR 1.1 defines ‘‘rated takeoff power’’ as limited in use to no more than 5 minutes for takeoff operation. Thus, the use of takeoff power for 30 minutes will require special airworthiness standards, known as special conditions, to address the use of this 30-minute power rating and its effects on the rotorcraft. These special conditions will add requirements to the existing airworthiness standards in 14 CFR 27.923 (Rotor drive system and control mechanism tests), § 27.1305 (Powerplant instruments), and § 27.1521 (Powerplant limitations). For the EC130T2, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued CRI E–02, which documents the special conditions. The following is a summary of the final special conditions: In addition to the requirements of Section 27.923, Rotor Drive System and Control Mechanism Tests, the aircraft drive-system effects due to use of the 30-minute power rating versus the Takeoff (5-minute) rating must be accounted for in the rotor drive-system testing. In addition to the requirements of Section 27.1305, Powerplant VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:57 Aug 10, 2012 Jkt 226001 Instruments, since this new 30-minute power rating has a time limit associated with its use, the pilot must have the means to identify: • When the rated engine power level is achieved, • When the event begins, and • When the time interval expires. In addition to the requirements of Section 27.1521, Powerplant Limitations, a new 30-minute rating must be defined for the use of takeoff power for greater than 5 minutes and must be limited to no more than 30 minutes per use. Furthermore, the Model EC130T2 rotorcraft flight manual must include limitations on use of the 30-minute power rating to state: • Continuous use above MCP is limited to 30 minutes, and • Cumulative use above MCP is limited to 1 hour per flight. Type Certification Basis Under 14 CFR 21.101, Eurocopter France must show that the EC130T2 model helicopter meets the applicable provisions of the regulations incorporated by reference in Type Certificate No. H9EU, or the applicable regulations in effect on the date of application for the amendment to the type certificate. The regulations incorporated by reference in the type certificate are commonly referred to as the ‘‘original type certification basis.’’ The regulations incorporated by reference in H9EU are as follows: (a) 14 CFR 21.29, and part 27 Amendments 27–1 through 27–32, except 14 CFR 27.952 is not adopted. (b) 14 CFR Part 36 Appendix H through Amendment 20 (c) Special Condition 27–009–SC for HIRF (d) Equivalent Level of Safety Findings issued against: (1) 14 CFR 27.1549(b) Powerplant Instrument Markings. (2) 14 CFR 27.1027(b)(2) Main Gearbox Oil Filter Bypass The Administrator has determined that the applicable airworthiness regulations (that is, 14 CFR part 27) do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for the EC130T2 model helicopter because of a novel or unusual design feature. Therefore, special conditions are prescribed under the provisions of 14 CFR 21.16. The FAA issues special conditions, as defined by 14 CFR 11.19, in accordance with 14 CFR 11.38, and they become part of the type certification basis under § 21.101. Special conditions are initially applicable to the model for which they are issued. Should the type certificate PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 48059 for that model be amended later to include any other model that incorporates the same novel or unusual design feature, or should any other model already included on the same type certificate be modified to incorporate the same novel or unusual design feature, the special conditions would also apply to the other model. Novel or Unusual Design Features The EC130T2 model helicopter will incorporate a novel or unusual design feature, which is: • A 30-minute power rating. Applicability These special conditions are applicable to the Eurocopter France Model EC130T2 helicopter. These special conditions would apply if Eurocopter France seeks to amend Type Certificate No. H9EU to add another model that has the same unusual design feature. Conclusion This action affects only certain novel or unusual design features on the Eurocopter France Model EC130T2 helicopter. It is not a rule of general applicability, and it affects only the applicant who applied to the FAA for approval of this feature. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 27 Aircraft, Aviation safety, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. ■ The authority citation for these special conditions is as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701– 44702, 44704. The Special Conditions Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the following special conditions are issued as part of the type certification basis for Eurocopter France model EC130T2 helicopter. Unless stated otherwise, all requirements in §§ 27.923, 27.1305 and 27.1521 remain unchanged. (a) Section 27.923 Rotor drive system and control mechanism tests, at Amendment 27–29. In addition to the requirements of this section, the test prescribed in § 27.923(e) must be conducted in intervals of not less than 30 minutes. (b) Section 27.1305 Powerplant instruments, at Amendment 27–37. In addition to the requirements of this section, a means must be provided to indicate to the pilot when the engine is at the 30-minute power level, when the event begins, and when the time interval expires. (c) Section 27.1521 Powerplant limitations, at Amendment 27–29. In ■ E:\FR\FM\13AUR1.SGM 13AUR1 48060 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 156 / Monday, August 13, 2012 / Rules and Regulations parties were invited to participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on the proposal to the FAA. No comments were received. Class E airspace designations are published in paragraph 6005, of FAA Order 7400.9V dated August 9, 2011, and effective September 15, 2011, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in that Order. Order 1050.1E, ‘‘Environmental Impacts: Policies and Procedures,’’ paragraph 311a. This airspace action is not expected to cause any potentially significant environmental impacts, and no extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an environmental assessment. Adoption of the Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: History The Rule This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 71 by establishing Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface, at Fort Morgan Municipal Airport, to accommodate IFR aircraft executing new RNAV (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures at the airport. This action is necessary for the safety and management of IFR operations. The FAA has determined this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. Therefore, this regulation: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3) does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation as the anticipated impact is so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that will only affect air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified this rule, when promulgated, will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The FAA’s authority to issue rules regarding aviation safety is found in Title 49 of the U.S. Code. Subtitle 1, Section 106 discusses the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the agency’s authority. This rulemaking is promulgated under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that section, the FAA is charged with prescribing regulations to assign the use of airspace necessary to ensure the safety of aircraft and the efficient use of airspace. This regulation is within the scope of that authority as it establishes controlled airspace at Fort Morgan Municipal Airport, Fort Morgan, CO. On June 7, 2012, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to establish controlled airspace at Fort Morgan, CO (77 FR 33687). Interested Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance with FAA addition to the requirements of this section, use of the 30-minute power must be limited to no more than 30 minutes per use, and no more than one hour per flight. The use of the 30minute power must also be limited by: (1) The maximum rotational speed, which may not be greater than— (i) The maximum value determined by the rotor design; or (ii) The maximum value demonstrated during the type tests; (2) The maximum allowable gas temperature; and (3) The maximum allowable torque. Kimberly K. Smith, Manager, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2012–19444 Filed 8–10–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2012–0289; Airspace Docket No. 12–ANM–5] Establishment of Class E Airspace; Fort Morgan, CO Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action establishes Class E airspace at Fort Morgan, CO, to accommodate aircraft using a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) standard instrument approach procedures at Fort Morgan Municipal Airport. This improves the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations at the airport. SUMMARY: Effective date, 0901 UTC, November 15, 2012. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Richard Roberts, Federal Aviation Administration, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057; telephone (425) 203–4517. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with RULES DATES: VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:57 Aug 10, 2012 Jkt 226001 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). PART 71—DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS 1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E. O. 10854, 24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959– 1963 Comp., p. 389. § 71.1 [Amended] 2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9V, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 9, 2011, and effective September 15, 2011 is amended as follows: Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface of the earth. * * * * * ANM CO E5 Fort Morgan, CO [New] Fort Morgan Municipal Airport, CO (Lat. 40°20′02″ N., Long.103°48′15″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within 7.5-mile radius of the Fort Morgan Municipal Airport. Issued in Seattle, Washington, on August 3, 2012. Robert Henry, Acting Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center. [FR Doc. 2012–19701 Filed 8–10–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P COMMODITY FUTURES TRADING COMMISSION 17 CFR Part 43 RIN 3038–AD08 Real-Time Public Reporting of Swap Transaction Data; Correction Commodity Futures Trading Commission. ACTION: Final rule; correction. AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\13AUR1.SGM 13AUR1

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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 156 (Monday, August 13, 2012)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 48058-48060]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-19444]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 27

[Docket No. FAA-2012-0820; Special Conditions No. 27-028-SC]


Special Conditions: Eurocopter France, EC130T2; Use of 30-Minute 
Power Rating

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final special conditions; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: These special conditions are issued for the Eurocopter France 
Model EC130T2 helicopter. This model helicopter will have the novel or 
unusual design feature of a 30-minute power rating, generally intended 
to be used for hovering at increased power for search and rescue 
missions. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain 
adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These 
special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the 
Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety 
equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards.

DATES: The effective date of these special conditions is July 30, 2012. 
We must receive your comments by September 27, 2012.

ADDRESSES: Send comments identified by docket number FAA-2012-0820 
using any of the following methods:
    Federal eRegulations Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov and 
follow the online instructions for sending your comments 
electronically.
    Mail: Send comments to Docket Operations, M-30, U.S. Department of 
Transportation (DOT), 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Room W12-140, West 
Building Ground Floor, Washington, DC, 20590-0001.
    Hand Delivery of Courier: Take comments to Docket Operations in 
Room W12-140 of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey 
Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 8 a.m., and 5 p.m., Monday through 
Friday, except Federal holidays.
    Fax: Fax comments to Docket Operations at 202-493-2251.
    Privacy: The FAA will post all comments it receives, without 
change, to https://regulations.gov, including any personal information 
the commenter provides. Using the search function of the docket web 
site, anyone can find and read the electronic form of all comments 
received into any FAA docket, including the name of the individual 
sending the comment (or signing the comment for an association, 
business, labor union, etc.). DOT's complete Privacy Act Statement can 
be found in the Federal Register published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 
19477-19478), as well as at https://DocketsInfo.dot.gov.
    Docket: Background documents or comments received may be read at 
https://www.regulations.gov at any time. Follow the online instructions 
for accessing the docket or go to the Docket Operations in Room @12-140 
of the West Building Ground Floor at 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m., and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, 
except Federal holidays.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Eric Haight, Rotorcraft Standards 
Staff, ASW-111, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service, 
2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76137; telephone (817) 222-5204; 
facsimile (817) 222-5961.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Reason for No Prior Notice and Comment Before Adoption

    The FAA has determined that notice and opportunity for public 
comment are impractical because we do not expect substantive comments, 
and because this special condition only affects this one manufacturer. 
We also considered that these procedures would significantly delay the 
issuance of the design approval, and thus, the delivery of the affected 
aircraft. As certification for the Eurocopter France model EC130T2 is 
imminent, the FAA finds that good cause exists for making these special 
conditions effective upon issuance.

Comments Invited

    While we did not precede this with a notice of proposed special 
conditions, we invite interested people to take part in this rulemaking 
by sending written

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comments, data, or views. The most helpful comments reference a 
specific portion of the special conditions, explain the reason for any 
recommended change, and include supporting data.
    We will consider all comments we receive by the closing date for 
comments. We will consider comments filed late if it is possible to do 
so without incurring expense or delay. We may change these special 
conditions based on the comments we receive.

Background and Discussion

    On October 7, 2008, Eurocopter France applied to amend Type 
Certificate No. H9EU to include the new EC130T2 model. The EC130T2 
model is a derivative of the EC130B4, which is currently approved under 
Type Certificate No. H9EU. The EC130T2 is a 14 CFR part 27 normal 
category, single-engine rotorcraft, which will be certificated for 
single-pilot operation and a maximum of seven passengers. This model 
includes increased performance from the Turbomeca Arriel 2D engine, an 
upgraded main transmission, new vehicle engine management display 
(VEMD) avionics, and an active vibration control system.
    Eurocopter France proposes that the EC130T2 model use a novel and 
unusual design feature, which is a 30-minute power rating, identified 
in the Arriel 2D engine type certification data sheet (TCDS) [FAA 
Turbomeca TCDS No. E00054EN]. 14 CFR 1.1 defines ``rated takeoff 
power'' as limited in use to no more than 5 minutes for takeoff 
operation. Thus, the use of takeoff power for 30 minutes will require 
special airworthiness standards, known as special conditions, to 
address the use of this 30-minute power rating and its effects on the 
rotorcraft. These special conditions will add requirements to the 
existing airworthiness standards in 14 CFR 27.923 (Rotor drive system 
and control mechanism tests), Sec.  27.1305 (Powerplant instruments), 
and Sec.  27.1521 (Powerplant limitations).
    For the EC130T2, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has 
issued CRI E-02, which documents the special conditions.
    The following is a summary of the final special conditions:
    In addition to the requirements of Section 27.923, Rotor Drive 
System and Control Mechanism Tests, the aircraft drive-system effects 
due to use of the 30-minute power rating versus the Takeoff (5-minute) 
rating must be accounted for in the rotor drive-system testing.
    In addition to the requirements of Section 27.1305, Powerplant 
Instruments, since this new 30-minute power rating has a time limit 
associated with its use, the pilot must have the means to identify:
     When the rated engine power level is achieved,
     When the event begins, and
     When the time interval expires.
    In addition to the requirements of Section 27.1521, Powerplant 
Limitations, a new 30-minute rating must be defined for the use of 
takeoff power for greater than 5 minutes and must be limited to no more 
than 30 minutes per use.
    Furthermore, the Model EC130T2 rotorcraft flight manual must 
include limitations on use of the 30-minute power rating to state:
     Continuous use above MCP is limited to 30 minutes, and
     Cumulative use above MCP is limited to 1 hour per flight.

Type Certification Basis

    Under 14 CFR 21.101, Eurocopter France must show that the EC130T2 
model helicopter meets the applicable provisions of the regulations 
incorporated by reference in Type Certificate No. H9EU, or the 
applicable regulations in effect on the date of application for the 
amendment to the type certificate. The regulations incorporated by 
reference in the type certificate are commonly referred to as the 
``original type certification basis.'' The regulations incorporated by 
reference in H9EU are as follows:
    (a) 14 CFR 21.29, and part 27 Amendments 27-1 through 27-32, except 
14 CFR 27.952 is not adopted.
    (b) 14 CFR Part 36 Appendix H through Amendment 20
    (c) Special Condition 27-009-SC for HIRF
    (d) Equivalent Level of Safety Findings issued against:
    (1) 14 CFR 27.1549(b) Powerplant Instrument Markings.
    (2) 14 CFR 27.1027(b)(2) Main Gearbox Oil Filter Bypass
    The Administrator has determined that the applicable airworthiness 
regulations (that is, 14 CFR part 27) do not contain adequate or 
appropriate safety standards for the EC130T2 model helicopter because 
of a novel or unusual design feature. Therefore, special conditions are 
prescribed under the provisions of 14 CFR 21.16.
    The FAA issues special conditions, as defined by 14 CFR 11.19, in 
accordance with 14 CFR 11.38, and they become part of the type 
certification basis under Sec.  21.101.
    Special conditions are initially applicable to the model for which 
they are issued. Should the type certificate for that model be amended 
later to include any other model that incorporates the same novel or 
unusual design feature, or should any other model already included on 
the same type certificate be modified to incorporate the same novel or 
unusual design feature, the special conditions would also apply to the 
other model.

Novel or Unusual Design Features

    The EC130T2 model helicopter will incorporate a novel or unusual 
design feature, which is:
     A 30-minute power rating.

Applicability

    These special conditions are applicable to the Eurocopter France 
Model EC130T2 helicopter. These special conditions would apply if 
Eurocopter France seeks to amend Type Certificate No. H9EU to add 
another model that has the same unusual design feature.

Conclusion

    This action affects only certain novel or unusual design features 
on the Eurocopter France Model EC130T2 helicopter. It is not a rule of 
general applicability, and it affects only the applicant who applied to 
the FAA for approval of this feature.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 27

    Aircraft, Aviation safety, Reporting and recordkeeping 
requirements.

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The authority citation for these special conditions is as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701-44702, 44704.

The Special Conditions

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Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the following special conditions are issued as part of 
the type certification basis for Eurocopter France model EC130T2 
helicopter. Unless stated otherwise, all requirements in Sec. Sec.  
27.923, 27.1305 and 27.1521 remain unchanged.
    (a) Section 27.923 Rotor drive system and control mechanism tests, 
at Amendment 27-29. In addition to the requirements of this section, 
the test prescribed in Sec.  27.923(e) must be conducted in intervals 
of not less than 30 minutes.
    (b) Section 27.1305 Powerplant instruments, at Amendment 27-37. In 
addition to the requirements of this section, a means must be provided 
to indicate to the pilot when the engine is at the 30-minute power 
level, when the event begins, and when the time interval expires.
    (c) Section 27.1521 Powerplant limitations, at Amendment 27-29. In

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addition to the requirements of this section, use of the 30-minute 
power must be limited to no more than 30 minutes per use, and no more 
than one hour per flight. The use of the 30-minute power must also be 
limited by:
    (1) The maximum rotational speed, which may not be greater than--
    (i) The maximum value determined by the rotor design; or
    (ii) The maximum value demonstrated during the type tests;
    (2) The maximum allowable gas temperature; and
    (3) The maximum allowable torque.

Kimberly K. Smith,
Manager, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2012-19444 Filed 8-10-12; 8:45 am]
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