Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes, 51722-51724 [2012-20968]

Download as PDF 51722 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 166 / Monday, August 27, 2012 / Proposed Rules ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (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. pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS-1 § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA– 2012–0860; Directorate Identifier 2012– NM–123–AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by October 11, 2012. VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:06 Aug 24, 2012 Jkt 226001 (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 737–600, -700, -800, and -900ER series airplanes; certificated in any category; as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–28–1303, dated April 26, 2012. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/ Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel System. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by incorrect wire support clamps installed within the left environmental cooling systems (ECS) bay, which could allow wiring to come in contact with the exposed metal of the improper clamp. We are issuing this AD to prevent electrical arcing and a potential ignition source, which in combination with flammable fuel vapors could result in a fuel tank explosion, and consequent loss of the airplane. ANM–130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917– 6482; fax: 425–917–6590; email: georgios.roussos@faa.gov. (2) 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; 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 August 17, 2012. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2012–20967 Filed 8–24–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (g) Inspection and Corrective Actions Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed inspection for part number TA0930034–10 wire support clamp, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–28– 1303, dated April 26, 2012. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. 14 CFR Part 39 (h) Parts Installation Prohibition As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a wire support clamp that is not part number (P/N) TA0930034–10 within the left ECS bay of any airplane. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (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 emailed 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. (j) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Georgios Roussos, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 Federal Aviation Administration [Docket No. FAA–2012–0859; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–090–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Proposed rule; rescission. AGENCY: We propose to rescind an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800 and –900 series airplanes; and Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB, and –300 series airplanes. The existing AD currently requires inspecting to determine if certain motor-operated shutoff valve actuators for the fuel tanks are installed, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. The existing AD also requires revising the Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness to incorporate AWL No. 28–AWL–21, No. 28–AWL–22, and No. 28–AWL–24 (for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800 and –900 series airplanes); and No. 28–AWL–23, No. 28–AWL–24, and No. 28–AWL–25 (for Model 757– 200, –200PF, –200CB, and –300 series airplanes). We issued that AD to prevent electrical energy from lightning, hot shorts, or fault current from entering the fuel tank through the actuator shaft, which could result in fuel tank SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\27AUP1.SGM 27AUP1 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 166 / Monday, August 27, 2012 / Proposed Rules pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS-1 explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. Since we issued that AD, we have received new data indicating that the existing AD addresses that safety concern, but also introduces a different unsafe condition. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by October 11, 2012. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: 202–493–2251. • Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: Deliver to the Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; 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: Rebel Nichols, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: (425) 917–6509; fax: (425) 917–6590; email: Rebel.Nichols@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:06 Aug 24, 2012 Jkt 226001 this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2012–0859; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–090–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 February 28, 2008, we issued AD 2008–06–03, Amendment 39–15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), for certain The Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800 and –900 series airplanes; and Model 757–200, –200PF, –200CB, and –300 series airplanes. That AD requires inspecting to determine if certain motor-operated shutoff valve actuators for the fuel tanks are installed, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. That AD also requires revising the AWL section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness to incorporate AWL No. 28–AWL–21, No. 28–AWL–22, and No. 28–AWL–24 (for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800 and –900 series airplanes); and No. 28–AWL–23, No. 28–AWL–24, and No. 28–AWL–25 (for Model 757– 200, –200PF, –200CB, and –300 series airplanes). That AD resulted from a design review of the fuel tank systems. We issued that AD to prevent electrical energy from lightning, hot shorts, or fault current from entering the fuel tank through the actuator shaft, which could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. Actions Since Existing AD 2008–06–03, Amendment 39–15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008) Was Issued Since we issued AD 2008–06–03, Amendment 39–15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), we discovered that the corrective action addresses that safety concern, but also introduces a different unsafe condition. The manufacturer is developing a more complete solution to address both unsafe conditions. We will consider additional rulemaking to require a new solution once that solution is developed, approved, and available for accomplishment. PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 51723 FAA’s Conclusions Upon further consideration, we have determined that existing AD 2008–06– 03, Amendment 39–15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), must be rescinded. Accordingly, this proposed AD would rescind AD 2008–06–03. Rescission of AD 2008–06–03 would not preclude the FAA from issuing another related action or commit the FAA to any course of action in the future. Related Costs AD 2008–06–03, Amendment 39– 15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), affects about 1,406 airplanes of U.S. registry. The estimated cost of the currently required actions for U.S. operators was $112,480 per inspection, and $337,440 per AWL revision; or $80 per inspection, and $240 per AWL revision, per airplane. Rescinding AD 2008–06–03 would eliminate those costs. 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); E:\FR\FM\27AUP1.SGM 27AUP1 51724 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 166 / Monday, August 27, 2012 / Proposed Rules (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. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 RIN 2120–AA64 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company 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. [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by removing airworthiness directive (AD) 2008–06–03, Amendment 39–15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), and adding the following new AD: The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA– 2012–0859; Directorate Identifier 2012– NM–090–AD. Comments Due Date (a) The FAA must receive comments on this AD action by October 11, 2012. Affected ADs (b) This action rescinds AD 2008–06–03, Amendment 39–15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008). Applicability pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS-1 (c) This action applies to The Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800 and –900 series airplanes; and Model 757– 200, –200PF, –200CB, and –300 series airplanes; certificated in any category; as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletins 737–28A1207, dated February 15, 2007, and 757–28A0088, dated January 25, 2007. Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 17, 2012. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2012–20968 Filed 8–24–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:06 Aug 24, 2012 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2011–0258; Directorate Identifier 2010–NM–191–AD] Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. AGENCY: The Proposed Amendment § 39.13 Federal Aviation Administration Jkt 226001 We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes. That NPRM proposed to require, for certain airplanes, installing two warning level indicator lights on each of the P1–3 and P3–1 instrument panels in the flight compartment. That NPRM also proposed to require revising the airplane flight manual to remove certain requirements of previous AD actions, and to advise the flightcrew of the following changes: revised non-normal procedures to use when a cabin altitude warning or rapid depressurization occurs, and revised cabin pressurization procedures for normal operations. That NPRM was prompted by a design change in the cabin altitude warning system that would address the identified unsafe condition. This action revises that NPRM by adding airplanes to the applicability; adding airplanes to the installation requirement, including, for certain airplanes, replacing the existing P5–16 and P5–10 panels; and, for certain airplanes, replacing the basic P5–16 panel with a high altitude landing P5–16 panel. We are proposing this supplemental NPRM to prevent failure of the flightcrew to recognize and react to a valid cabin altitude warning horn, which could result in incapacitation of the flightcrew due to hypoxia (lack of oxygen in the body), and consequent loss of control of the airplane. Since these actions impose an additional burden over that proposed in the NPRM, we are reopening the comment period to allow the public the chance to comment on these proposed changes. DATES: We must receive comments on this supplemental NPRM by October 11, 2012. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: 202–493–2251. • Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed 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; 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: Jeffrey W. Palmer, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM– 130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; phone: (425) 917–6472; fax: (425) 917–6590; email: jeffrey.w.palmer@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–2011–0258; Directorate Identifier 2010–NM–191–AD’’ at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite E:\FR\FM\27AUP1.SGM 27AUP1

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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 166 (Monday, August 27, 2012)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 51722-51724]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-20968]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2012-0859; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-090-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Proposed rule; rescission.

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SUMMARY: We propose to rescind an existing airworthiness directive (AD)
that applies to certain The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C,
-800 and -900 series airplanes; and Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and
-300 series airplanes. The existing AD currently requires inspecting to
determine if certain motor-operated shutoff valve actuators for the
fuel tanks are installed, and related investigative and corrective
actions if necessary. The existing AD also requires revising the
Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) section of the Instructions for
Continued Airworthiness to incorporate AWL No. 28-AWL-21, No. 28-AWL-
22, and No. 28-AWL-24 (for Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800 and -900
series airplanes); and No. 28-AWL-23, No. 28-AWL-24, and No. 28-AWL-25
(for Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes). We
issued that AD to prevent electrical energy from lightning, hot shorts,
or fault current from entering the fuel tank through the actuator
shaft, which could result in fuel tank

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explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. Since we issued that
AD, we have received new data indicating that the existing AD addresses
that safety concern, but also introduces a different unsafe condition.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by October 11,
2012.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to the Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.
O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-5000,
extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; 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: Rebel Nichols, Aerospace Engineer,
Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification
Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: (425) 917-
6509; fax: (425) 917-6590; email: Rebel.Nichols@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-2012-0859;
Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-090-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 February 28, 2008, we issued AD 2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415
(73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), for certain The Boeing Company Model
737-600, -700, -700C, -800 and -900 series airplanes; and Model 757-
200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. That AD requires
inspecting to determine if certain motor-operated shutoff valve
actuators for the fuel tanks are installed, and related investigative
and corrective actions if necessary. That AD also requires revising the
AWL section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness to
incorporate AWL No. 28-AWL-21, No. 28-AWL-22, and No. 28-AWL-24 (for
Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800 and -900 series airplanes); and No.
28-AWL-23, No. 28-AWL-24, and No. 28-AWL-25 (for Model 757-200, -200PF,
-200CB, and -300 series airplanes). That AD resulted from a design
review of the fuel tank systems. We issued that AD to prevent
electrical energy from lightning, hot shorts, or fault current from
entering the fuel tank through the actuator shaft, which could result
in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.

Actions Since Existing AD 2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415 (73 FR 13081,
March 12, 2008) Was Issued

Since we issued AD 2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415 (73 FR 13081,
March 12, 2008), we discovered that the corrective action addresses
that safety concern, but also introduces a different unsafe condition.
The manufacturer is developing a more complete solution to address both
unsafe conditions. We will consider additional rulemaking to require a
new solution once that solution is developed, approved, and available
for accomplishment.

FAA's Conclusions

Upon further consideration, we have determined that existing AD
2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), must be
rescinded. Accordingly, this proposed AD would rescind AD 2008-06-03.
Rescission of AD 2008-06-03 would not preclude the FAA from issuing
another related action or commit the FAA to any course of action in the
future.

Related Costs

AD 2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008),
affects about 1,406 airplanes of U.S. registry. The estimated cost of
the currently required actions for U.S. operators was $112,480 per
inspection, and $337,440 per AWL revision; or $80 per inspection, and
$240 per AWL revision, per airplane. Rescinding AD 2008-06-03 would
eliminate those costs.

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);

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(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) 2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415 (73 FR 13081, March 12, 2008), and
adding the following new AD:

The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2012-0859; Directorate Identifier
2012-NM-090-AD.

Comments Due Date

(a) The FAA must receive comments on this AD action by October
11, 2012.

Affected ADs

(b) This action rescinds AD 2008-06-03, Amendment 39-15415 (73
FR 13081, March 12, 2008).

Applicability

(c) This action applies to The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -
700, -700C, -800 and -900 series airplanes; and Model 757-200, -
200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes; certificated in any
category; as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletins 737-
28A1207, dated February 15, 2007, and 757-28A0088, dated January 25,
2007.

Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 17, 2012.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2012-20968 Filed 8-24-12; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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