Airworthiness Directives; EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones Aeronáuticas, S.A.) Airplanes, 76050-76052 [2013-29050]

Download as PDF 76050 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 241 / Monday, December 16, 2013 / Rules and Regulations DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2013–0688; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–221–AD; Amendment 39–17683; AD 2013–24–09] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by ´ Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones ´ Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model C–212–CB, C–212–CC, C–212–CD, C–212–CE, and C–212–DF airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of the propeller pitch control (PPC) lever becoming disconnected from the engine due to a missing bolt. This AD requires modifying the PPC lever attachment system. We are issuing this AD to prevent PPC shaft disconnection, which could lead to a loss of propeller pitch control, possibly resulting in uncommanded change to the engine power settings and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. DATES: This AD becomes effective January 21, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 21, 2014. ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov/ #!docketDetail;D=FAA-2013-0688; or in person at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC. For EADS–CASA service information identified in this AD, contact EADS– CASA, Military Transport Aircraft SUMMARY: Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer Services (ICS), Technical Services, ´ Avenida de Aragon 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 05; email MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; Internet https://www.eads.net. For Honeywell service information identified in this AD, contact Honeywell International Inc., 111 S. 34th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034–2802; Internet: https://portal.honeywell.com; telephone: 800–601–3099. You may view this 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. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM– 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1112; fax (425) 227–1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: the clamp that joins the PPC lever to the PPC rod. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to a loss of an affected propeller pitch control, possibly resulting in uncommanded change to the engine power settings and consequent reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, EADS–CASA developed a modification (mod 10515) that eliminates the possibility of PPC shaft disconnection and made this available through Service Bulletin SB–212–76–0009 to be applied in service. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires modification of PPC lever attachment system. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov/ #!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-06880002. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 2013) or on the determination of the cost to the public. Explanation of Change Made to the AD Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on August 13, 2013 (78 FR 49235). The NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012–0251, dated November 27, 2012 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: An occurrence was reported where the propeller pitch control (PPC) lever disconnected from the engine (a TPE331– 10R–511C) on a C–212–CC aeroplane. The result of the subsequent investigation revealed that the PPC lever disconnection occurred due to a missing bolt, which fixes We have changed paragraph (c) of this AD to remove EADS CASA (Type Certificate previously held by ´ Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model C–212–CF airplanes, which were included in the NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 2013) in error. Conclusion We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed. We have determined that these minor changes: • Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 2013) for correcting the unsafe condition; and • Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 2013). Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 42 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with RULES Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators Modification ............................. 20 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,700 ................................ $1,018 $2,718 $114,156 VerDate Mar<15>2010 13:31 Dec 13, 2013 Jkt 232001 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\16DER1.SGM 16DER1 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 241 / Monday, December 16, 2013 / Rules and Regulations 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 determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 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. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket. pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with RULES Examining the AD Docket You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov/ #!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-06880002; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. VerDate Mar<15>2010 13:31 Dec 13, 2013 Jkt 232001 76051 List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Revision 1, dated August 03, 2012, refers to Honeywell Service Bulletin TPE331–72– 2190, dated December 21, 2011, as an additional source of guidance for modifying the cam assembly. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: (h) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, ANM–116, International Branch, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057– 3356; telephone (425) 227–1112; fax (425) 227–1149. Information may be emailed to: 9ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. 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. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: ■ 2013–24–09 EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones ´ Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39– 17683. Docket No. FAA–2013–0688; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–221–AD. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective January 21, 2014. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to EADS CASA (Type Certificate previously held by Construcciones ´ Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model C–212–CB, C– 212–CC, C–212–CD, C–212–CE, and C–212– DF airplanes; certificated in any category; all serial numbers, except those that have been modified in production to incorporate EADS CASA Modification 10515. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 76, Engine Controls. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of the propeller pitch control (PPC) lever becoming disconnected from the engine due to a missing bolt. We are issuing this AD to prevent PPC shaft disconnection, which could lead to a loss of propeller pitch control, possibly resulting in uncommanded change to the engine power settings and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. (f) Compliance You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. (g) Modification Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, modify the PCC lever attachment system of the aircraft engine, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of EADS–CASA Service Bulletin SB–212–76– 0009, Revision 1, dated August 03, 2012. Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: EADS– CASA Service Bulletin SB–212–76–0009, PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (i) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012–0251, dated November 27, 2012, for related information. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov/ #!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0688-0002. (2) Honeywell service information referenced in this AD can be obtained from Honeywell International Inc., 111 S. 34th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034–2802; Web site: https://portal.honeywell.com; or call Honeywell toll free at phone: 800–601–3099 (U.S./Canada) or 602–365–3099 (International Direct). (j) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) EADS–CASA Service Bulletin SB–212– 76–0009, Revision 1, dated August 03, 2012. (ii) Reserved. (3) For EADS–CASA service information identified in this AD, contact EADS–CASA, E:\FR\FM\16DER1.SGM 16DER1 76052 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 241 / Monday, December 16, 2013 / Rules and Regulations Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer Services (ICS), ´ Technical Services, Avenida de Aragon 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 05; email MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; Internet https://www.eads.net. (4) You may view this 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. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on November 15, 2013. John Piccola, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2013–0586; Airspace Docket No. 13–ASW–11] Amendment of Class E Airspace; Gainesville, TX Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This action amends Class E airspace at Gainesville, TX. Decommissioning of the Gainesville non-directional beacon (NDB) at Gainesville Municipal Airport has made reconfiguration necessary for standard instrument approach procedures and for the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations at the airport. DATES: Effective date: 0901 UTC, February 6, 2014. 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: Scott Enander, Central Service Center, Operations Support Group, Federal Aviation Administration, Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, TX 76137; telephone 817–321– 7716. pmangrum on DSK3VPTVN1PROD with RULES SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: VerDate Mar<15>2010 13:31 Dec 13, 2013 Jkt 232001 On August 26, 2013, the FAA published in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend Class E airspace for the Gainesville, TX, area, creating additional controlled airspace at Gainesville Municipal Airport (78 FR 52714) Docket No. FAA–2013–0586. Interested 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 7400.9X dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 2013, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class E airspace designations listed in this document will be published subsequently in the Order. The Rule [FR Doc. 2013–29050 Filed 12–13–13; 8:45 am] SUMMARY: History This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) Part 71 by amending Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface to for standard instrument approach procedures at Gainesville Municipal Airport, Gainesville, TX. Airspace reconfiguration to within a 6.6-mile radius of the airport, with a segment extending from the 6.6-mile radius to 10.4 miles north of the airport is necessary due to the decommissioning of the Gainesville NDB and the cancellation of the NDB approach. Controlled airspace is necessary for the safety and management of IFR operations at the airport. Geographic coordinates of the airport are updated to be in concert with the FAA’s aeronautical database. The FAA has determined that 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 only affects air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified that this rule, when promulgated, does 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, PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Section 106, describes 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 amends controlled airspace at Gainesville Municipal Airport, Gainesville, TX. Environmental Review The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance with FAA 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. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71 Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air). Adoption of the Amendment In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows: 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 7400.9X, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, dated August 7, 2013, and effective September 15, 2013, is amended as follows: ■ Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700 feet or more above the surface * * * * * ASW TX E5 Gainesville, TX [Amended] Gainesville Municipal Airport, TX (Lat. 33°39′08″ N., long. 97°11′50″ W.) That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface within a 6.6-mile E:\FR\FM\16DER1.SGM 16DER1

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2013-0688; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-221-AD; 
Amendment 39-17683; AD 2013-24-09]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously 
Held by Construcciones Aeron[aacute]uticas, S.A.) Airplanes

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

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain 
EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by Construcciones 
Aeron[aacute]uticas, S.A.) Model C-212-CB, C-212-CC, C-212-CD, C-212-
CE, and C-212-DF airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of the 
propeller pitch control (PPC) lever becoming disconnected from the 
engine due to a missing bolt. This AD requires modifying the PPC lever 
attachment system. We are issuing this AD to prevent PPC shaft 
disconnection, which could lead to a loss of propeller pitch control, 
possibly resulting in uncommanded change to the engine power settings 
and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.

DATES: This AD becomes effective January 21, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 21, 
2014.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2013-0688; or in person at the 
U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West 
Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 
Washington, DC.
    For EADS-CASA service information identified in this AD, contact 
EADS-CASA, Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated 
Customer Services (ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 
404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 
05; email MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; Internet https://www.eads.net. For Honeywell service information identified in this AD, 
contact Honeywell International Inc., 111 S. 34th Street, Phoenix, AZ 
85034-2802; Internet: https://portal.honeywell.com; telephone: 800-601-
3099. You may view this 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace 
Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane 
Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; 
telephone (425) 227-1112; fax (425) 227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products. 
The NPRM published in the Federal Register on August 13, 2013 (78 FR 
49235). The NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products.
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA 
Airworthiness Directive 2012-0251, dated November 27, 2012 (referred to 
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or 
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified 
products. The MCAI states:

    An occurrence was reported where the propeller pitch control 
(PPC) lever disconnected from the engine (a TPE331-10R-511C) on a C-
212-CC aeroplane.
    The result of the subsequent investigation revealed that the PPC 
lever disconnection occurred due to a missing bolt, which fixes the 
clamp that joins the PPC lever to the PPC rod.
    This condition, if not corrected, could lead to a loss of an 
affected propeller pitch control, possibly resulting in uncommanded 
change to the engine power settings and consequent reduced control 
of the aeroplane.
    To address this potential unsafe condition, EADS-CASA developed 
a modification (mod 10515) that eliminates the possibility of PPC 
shaft disconnection and made this available through Service Bulletin 
SB-212-76-0009 to be applied in service.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires 
modification of PPC lever attachment system.

You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0688-0002.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 
2013) or on the determination of the cost to the public.

Explanation of Change Made to the AD

    We have changed paragraph (c) of this AD to remove EADS CASA (Type 
Certificate previously held by Construcciones Aeron[aacute]uticas, 
S.A.) Model C-212-CF airplanes, which were included in the NPRM (78 FR 
49235, August 13, 2013) in error.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and 
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed. We have 
determined that these minor changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the 
NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 2013) for correcting the unsafe 
condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 49235, August 13, 2013).

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 42 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S.
              Action                        Labor cost            Parts cost        product         operators
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Modification......................  20 work-hours x $85 per            $1,018           $2,718         $114,156
                                     hour = $1,700.
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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 determined that this AD will not have federalism implications 
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct 
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national 
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and 
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 
12866;
    2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies 
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
    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.
    We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to 
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0688-0002; or in 
person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains 
this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other 
information. The street address for the Docket Operations office 
(telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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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]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new AD:

2013-24-09 EADS CASA (Type Certificate Previously Held by 
Construcciones Aeron[aacute]uticas, S.A.): Amendment 39-17683. 
Docket No. FAA-2013-0688; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-221-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective January 21, 
2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to EADS CASA (Type Certificate previously held 
by Construcciones Aeron[aacute]uticas, S.A.) Model C-212-CB, C-212-
CC, C-212-CD, C-212-CE, and C-212-DF airplanes; certificated in any 
category; all serial numbers, except those that have been modified 
in production to incorporate EADS CASA Modification 10515.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 76, Engine 
Controls.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a report of the propeller pitch control 
(PPC) lever becoming disconnected from the engine due to a missing 
bolt. We are issuing this AD to prevent PPC shaft disconnection, 
which could lead to a loss of propeller pitch control, possibly 
resulting in uncommanded change to the engine power settings and 
consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

    You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD 
performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions 
have already been done.

(g) Modification

    Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, modify the 
PCC lever attachment system of the aircraft engine, in accordance 
with the Accomplishment Instructions of EADS-CASA Service Bulletin 
SB-212-76-0009, Revision 1, dated August 03, 2012.

    Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: EADS-CASA Service Bulletin 
SB-212-76-0009, Revision 1, dated August 03, 2012, refers to 
Honeywell Service Bulletin TPE331-72-2190, dated December 21, 2011, 
as an additional source of guidance for modifying the cam assembly.

(h) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, ANM-
116, International Branch, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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: Shahram 
Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, 
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1112; fax (425) 227-1149. 
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. 
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.

(i) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0251, dated November 27, 
2012, for related information. You may examine the MCAI in the AD 
docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0688-0002.
    (2) Honeywell service information referenced in this AD can be 
obtained from Honeywell International Inc., 111 S. 34th Street, 
Phoenix, AZ 85034-2802; Web site: https://portal.honeywell.com; or 
call Honeywell toll free at phone: 800-601-3099 (U.S./Canada) or 
602-365-3099 (International Direct).

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed 
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) EADS-CASA Service Bulletin SB-212-76-0009, Revision 1, dated 
August 03, 2012.
    (ii) Reserved.
    (3) For EADS-CASA service information identified in this AD, 
contact EADS-CASA,

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Military Transport Aircraft Division (MTAD), Integrated Customer 
Services (ICS), Technical Services, Avenida de Arag[oacute]n 404, 
28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 55 
05; email MTA.TechnicalService@casa.eads.net; Internet https://www.eads.net.
    (4) You may view this 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.
    (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated 
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration 
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at 
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on November 15, 2013.
John Piccola,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2013-29050 Filed 12-13-13; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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