Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes, 63135-63136 [2013-24797]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 205 / Wednesday, October 23, 2013 / Proposed Rules (1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the inspection. (2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this AD: Submit the report within 30 days after the effective date of this AD. (j) Terminating Repair Before the accumulation 50,000 total flight cycles, or within 8 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Do the terminating repair of the forward fuselage butt-joints, including a detailed inspection for cracks in the butt strap on the inside of the applicable joint, and all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–53–119, Revision 2, dated May 8, 2013. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (k) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for applicable actions required by paragraphs (g) and (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using the service bulletins specified in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) or (k)(1)(ii) of this AD, which are not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–53– 118, dated April 10, 2012. (ii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–53– 118, Revision 1, dated July 6, 2012. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraphs (h)(2) and (j) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using the service bulletins specified in paragraphs (k)(2)(i) or (k)(2)(ii) of this AD, which are not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–53– 119, dated June 20, 2012. (ii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–53– 119, Revision 1, dated October 30, 2012. tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS (l) Compliance Time Provisions No alternative compliance times may be used for the modification required by paragraph (j) of this AD, unless extensive new data are provided and the compliance time is approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m) of this AD. (m) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. 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 International Branch, send it to ATTN: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057– 3356; telephone (425) 227–1137; fax (425) 227–1149. Information may be emailed to: 9ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:40 Oct 22, 2013 Jkt 232001 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. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200. (n) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2012–0218, dated October 19, 2012, for related information, which can be found in the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31 (0)88–6280–111; email technicalservices@ fokker.com; Internet https:// www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 30, 2013. Jeffrey E. Duven, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2013–24795 Filed 10–22–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 63135 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2005–21236; Directorate Identifier 2005–NM–011–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Proposed rule; withdrawal. AGENCY: The FAA withdraws a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 767 airplanes equipped with General Electric Model CF6–80C2 engines. The NPRM proposed to require modifying a relay installation and associated wiring of the engine cowl anti-ice system and performing a functional test of the thrust reverser system. The NPRM also proposed to require replacing the operational program software of certain indicating/ recording systems. Since we issued the NPRM, we have received new data that indicate the unsafe condition would not be adequately addressed by the proposed action. The manufacturer has issued new service information to address the unsafe condition. Consequently, we issued new rulemaking action that positively addresses the unsafe condition identified in the NPRM, and eliminates the need for the actions proposed in the NPRM. Accordingly, the NPRM is withdrawn. DATES: As of October 23, 2013, the proposed rule, which was published in the Federal Register on May 18, 2005 (70 FR 28489), is withdrawn. ADDRESSES: 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 AD action, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is the Document Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tung Tran, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\23OCP1.SGM 23OCP1 63136 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 205 / Wednesday, October 23, 2013 / Proposed Rules and therefore is not covered under Executive Order 12866, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, or DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979). Discussion We proposed to amend part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for a new AD for certain Model 767 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 18, 2005 (70 FR 28489). The NPRM proposed to require modifying a relay installation and associated wiring of the engine cowl anti-ice system and performing a functional test of the thrust reverser system. The NPRM also proposed to require replacing the operational program software of certain indicating/ recording systems. The NPRM was prompted by numerous operator reports of failures of the lock flexshaft of the thrust reverser actuation system (TRAS) between the upper actuator and the TRAS lock. We had proposed the AD to prevent high power in-flight deployment of a thrust reverser, which could cause high roll force and consequent departure from controlled flight. Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Actions Since NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) Was Issued Since we issued the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005), we have received new data that indicate the unsafe condition would not be adequately addressed by the proposed action. Consequently, we issued a new NPRM (78 FR 3363, January 16, 2013) that positively addresses the unsafe condition identified in the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) and eliminates the need for the actions proposed in that NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005). tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6505; fax: 425–917–6590; email: tung.tran@ faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: FAA’s Conclusions We have determined that the unsafe condition identified in the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) still exists. However, the unsafe condition is addressed in the new NPRM (78 FR 3363, January 16, 2013). Accordingly, the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) is withdrawn. Withdrawal of the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) does not preclude the FAA from issuing the related actions or commit the FAA to any course of action in the future. Regulatory Impact Since this action only withdraws the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005), it is neither a proposed nor a final rule VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:40 Oct 22, 2013 Jkt 232001 33 CFR Part 117 2013–0562 using any one of the following methods: (1) Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. (2) Fax: 202–493–2251. (3) Mail or Delivery: Docket Management Facility (M–30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590–0001. Deliveries accepted between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except federal holidays. The telephone number is 202– 366–9329. See the ‘‘Public Participation and Request for Comments’’ portion of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below for instructions on submitting comments. To avoid duplication, please use only one of these four methods. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this proposed rule, call or email the Coast Guard; Mr. Jim Wetherington telephone 504–671– 2128, emails james.r.wetherington@ uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, call Barbara Hairston, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: [Docket No. USCG–2013–0562] Table of Acronyms RIN 1625–AA09 CFR Code of Federal Regulations DHS Department of Homeland Security FR Federal Register GIWW Gulf Intracoastal Waterway LDOTD Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking § Section Symbol U.S.C. United States Code List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 The Withdrawal Accordingly, we withdraw the NPRM, Docket No. FAA–2005–21236, Directorate Identifier 2005–NM–011– AD, which published in the Federal Register on May 18, 2005 (70 FR 28489). Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 30, 2013. Jeffrey E. Duven, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2013–24797 Filed 10–22–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard Drawbridge Operation Regulation; Inner Harbor Navigational Canal, New Orleans, LA Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of proposed rulemaking. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard proposes to modify the operating schedules that govern the US 90 (Danzinger) Bridge across the Inner Harbor Navigational Canal (IHNC), mile 3.1 and the Senator Ted Hickey (Leon C. Simon Blvd./ Seabrook) bridge across the IHNC, mile 4.6, both at New Orleans, LA. This proposed change would allow for the safe navigation of vessels while reflecting the low volume of vessel traffic through the bridges thereby increasing efficiency of operations. The proposed change would allow the bridges to operate in a manner that would align the two operating schedules so the bridge owner would be able to use the same bridge crew personnel to operate both bridges with little to no effect on navigation through the bridges. DATES: Comments and related material must reach the Coast Guard on or before December 23, 2013. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments identified by docket number USCG– SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 A. Public Participation and Request for Comments We encourage you to participate in this proposed rulemaking by submitting comments and related materials. All comments received will be posted, without change to https:// www.regulations.gov and will include any personal information you have provided. 1. Submitting Comments If you submit a comment, please include the docket number for this proposed rulemaking (USCG–2013– 0562), indicate the specific section of this document to which each comment applies, and provide a reason for each suggestion or recommendation. You may submit your comments and material online (https:// www.regulations.gov), or by fax, mail or hand delivery, but please use only one of these means. If you submit a comment online via https:// E:\FR\FM\23OCP1.SGM 23OCP1

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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 205 (Wednesday, October 23, 2013)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 63135-63136]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-24797]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2005-21236; Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-011-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Proposed rule; withdrawal.

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SUMMARY: The FAA withdraws a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that 
proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing 
Company Model 767 airplanes equipped with General Electric Model CF6-
80C2 engines. The NPRM proposed to require modifying a relay 
installation and associated wiring of the engine cowl anti-ice system 
and performing a functional test of the thrust reverser system. The 
NPRM also proposed to require replacing the operational program 
software of certain indicating/recording systems. Since we issued the 
NPRM, we have received new data that indicate the unsafe condition 
would not be adequately addressed by the proposed action. The 
manufacturer has issued new service information to address the unsafe 
condition. Consequently, we issued new rulemaking action that 
positively addresses the unsafe condition identified in the NPRM, and 
eliminates the need for the actions proposed in the NPRM. Accordingly, 
the NPRM is withdrawn.

DATES: As of October 23, 2013, the proposed rule, which was published 
in the Federal Register on May 18, 2005 (70 FR 28489), is withdrawn.

ADDRESSES: 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 AD action, the regulatory 
evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street 
address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is the Document 
Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tung Tran, Aerospace Engineer, 
Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA,

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Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 
98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6505; fax: 425-917-6590; email: 
tung.tran@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We proposed to amend part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations 
(14 CFR part 39) with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) for a new 
AD for certain Model 767 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the 
Federal Register on May 18, 2005 (70 FR 28489). The NPRM proposed to 
require modifying a relay installation and associated wiring of the 
engine cowl anti-ice system and performing a functional test of the 
thrust reverser system. The NPRM also proposed to require replacing the 
operational program software of certain indicating/recording systems. 
The NPRM was prompted by numerous operator reports of failures of the 
lock flexshaft of the thrust reverser actuation system (TRAS) between 
the upper actuator and the TRAS lock. We had proposed the AD to prevent 
high power in-flight deployment of a thrust reverser, which could cause 
high roll force and consequent departure from controlled flight.

Actions Since NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) Was Issued

    Since we issued the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005), we have 
received new data that indicate the unsafe condition would not be 
adequately addressed by the proposed action. Consequently, we issued a 
new NPRM (78 FR 3363, January 16, 2013) that positively addresses the 
unsafe condition identified in the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) and 
eliminates the need for the actions proposed in that NPRM (70 FR 28489, 
May 18, 2005).

FAA's Conclusions

    We have determined that the unsafe condition identified in the NPRM 
(70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) still exists. However, the unsafe condition 
is addressed in the new NPRM (78 FR 3363, January 16, 2013). 
Accordingly, the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) is withdrawn.
    Withdrawal of the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 2005) does not 
preclude the FAA from issuing the related actions or commit the FAA to 
any course of action in the future.

Regulatory Impact

    Since this action only withdraws the NPRM (70 FR 28489, May 18, 
2005), it is neither a proposed nor a final rule and therefore is not 
covered under Executive Order 12866, the Regulatory Flexibility Act, or 
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 
1979).

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

The Withdrawal

    Accordingly, we withdraw the NPRM, Docket No. FAA-2005-21236, 
Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-011-AD, which published in the Federal 
Register on May 18, 2005 (70 FR 28489).

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 30, 2013.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2013-24797 Filed 10-22-13; 8:45 am]
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