Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes, 35968-35971 [2014-14813]

Download as PDF 35968 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 122 / Wednesday, June 25, 2014 / Proposed Rules (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 747–8 and 747–8F series airplanes; certificated in any category; having a Variable Number identified in paragraph 1.A., ‘‘Effectivity,’’ of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747–54A2238, dated January 31, 2014; and Variable Number RC573. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 54, Nacelles/Pylons. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by an analysis by the manufacturer, which revealed that the fuse pins for the strut-to-wing attachment of the outboard aft upper spar on struts Nos. 1 and 4 are susceptible to migration in the event of a failed fuse pin through bolt. We are issuing this AD to prevent migration of the fuse pins for the strut-to-wing attachment of the outboard aft upper spar on struts Nos. 1 and 4, which could result in the complete disconnect and loss of the strut-to-wing attachment load path for the outboard aft upper spar. The complete loss of the No. 1 or No. 4 outboard aft upper spar strut-to-wing attachment load path could result in divergent flutter in certain parts of the flight envelope, which could result in loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS (g) Replacement of Fuse Pins and Access Cover Assemblies Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD: Replace the fuse pins for the outboard aft upper spar and the access cover assemblies on struts Nos. 1 and 4, with new fuse pins and access cover assemblies, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747–54A2238, dated January 31, 2014. (h) 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 paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOCRequests@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. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has VerDate Mar<15>2010 14:17 Jun 24, 2014 Jkt 232001 been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO to make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) If the service information contains steps that are labeled as RC (Required for Compliance), those steps must be done to comply with this AD; any steps that are not labeled as RC are recommended. Those steps that are not labeled as RC may be deviated from, done as part of other actions, or done using accepted methods different from those identified in the specified service information without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the steps labeled as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in a serviceable condition. Any substitutions or changes to steps labeled as RC require approval of an AMOC. (i) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Narinder Luthra, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057– 3356; phone: 425–917–6513; fax: 425–917– 6590; email: narinder.luthra@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, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206– 544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057– 3356. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. was prompted by reports of very high temperatures, up to 67 degrees Celsius (152 degrees Fahrenheit), near the floor in the aft lower lobe cargo compartment. This proposed AD would require installing an additional zone temperature sensor (ZTS) in the aft cargo compartment. For certain airplanes, the proposed AD would first require installing tape and replacing the markers in the bulk cargo compartment, unless terminated by the early installation of the ZTS. We are proposing this AD to prevent overheating of the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, where, if temperature sensitive cargo is present, the release of flammable vapors could result in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition source. [Docket No. FAA–2014–0342; Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–007–AD] We must receive comments on this proposed AD by August 11, 2014. 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 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 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. RIN 2120–AA64 Examining the AD Docket Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2014– 0342; 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 Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 17, 2014. Michael J. Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–14814 Filed 6–24–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 747–400, 747–400D, 747–400F, 747–8F, and 747– 8 series airplanes. This proposed AD SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 DATES: E:\FR\FM\25JNP1.SGM 25JNP1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 122 / Wednesday, June 25, 2014 / Proposed Rules ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan Monroe, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, ANM–150S, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA; phone: 425–917–6457; fax: 425–917– 6590; email: susan.l.monroe@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– 2014–0342; Directorate Identifier 2014– NM–007–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 We received reports of very high temperatures—up to 67 degrees Celsius (152 degrees Fahrenheit)—near the floor in the aft lower lobe cargo compartment. The operator noted that loose cargo blocked the cover plate for the bulk cargo ZTS. The aft cargo heat system is controlled by three temperature switches (two control switches and one overheat switch) located in the bulk cargo ZTS assembly. When the air inlet to this assembly becomes blocked by loaded or shifted cargo, the temperature switches fail to receive an adequate sample of compartment air. Under these conditions, the switches will not command the system valves properly, and the switches may fail to shut off the flow of hot air to the lower lobe cargo compartment, causing compartment temperatures to rise beyond 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees Fahrenheit). This condition, if not corrected, could result in overheating of the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, where, if temperature sensitive cargo is present, the release of flammable vapors could result in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition source. 35969 develop in other products of the same type design. Proposed AD Requirements This proposed AD would require accomplishing the actions specified in the service information identified previously, except as discussed under ‘‘Differences Between this Proposed AD and the Service Information.’’ Differences Between This Proposed AD and the Service Information We reviewed Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletins 747–21– 2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013, and 747–21–2550, dated December 6, 2013. For information on the procedures and compliance times, see this service information at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for Docket No. FAA–2014–0342. Although Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21–2550, dated December 6, 2013, specifies Boeing Service Bulletin 747–21–2367 as a concurrent service bulletin for certain airplanes, this proposed AD would not include that requirement. This difference has been coordinated with Boeing. Certain airplane variable numbers are not identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletins 747–21– 2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013, and 747–21–2550, dated December 6, 2013. These variable numbers are affected by the identified unsafe condition, therefore, this proposed AD would require that the actions specified in paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD, as applicable, be completed on these variable numbers. This difference has been coordinated with Boeing. FAA’s Determination Costs of Compliance We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or We estimate that this proposed AD affects 130 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Relevant Service Information ESTIMATED COSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators Install zone temperature sensor .......... 91 work-hours × $85 per hour = $7,735 ................... $7,545 $15,280 $1,986,400 We estimate the following costs to do the optional actions specified in this proposed AD. OPTIONAL COSTS Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Install tape and markers ............................................... ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS Action 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ............................... $33 $118 VerDate Mar<15>2010 14:17 Jun 24, 2014 Jkt 232001 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 E:\FR\FM\25JNP1.SGM 25JNP1 35970 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 122 / Wednesday, June 25, 2014 / Proposed Rules 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 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. ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS 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. VerDate Mar<15>2010 14:17 Jun 24, 2014 Jkt 232001 § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): ■ The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA– 2014–0342; Directorate Identifier 2014– NM–007–AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by August 11, 2014. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 747–400, 747–400D, 747–400F, 747– 8F, and 747–8 series airplanes; certificated in any category; as identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (1) Airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21–2550, dated December 6, 2013. (2) Airplanes identified in paragraph (h)(2) of this AD. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 21, Air conditioning. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of very high temperatures, up to 67 degrees Celsius (152 degrees Fahrenheit), near the floor in the aft lower lobe cargo compartment. We are issuing this AD to prevent overheating of the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, where, if temperature sensitive cargo is present, the release of flammable vapors could result in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition source. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Installation for Certain Airplanes (Interim Action) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the existing markers and install tape and new markers in the bulk cargo compartment, as specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD, as applicable. Accomplishing the actions specified in paragraph (h) of this AD within 12 months after the effective date of this AD terminates the requirements of this paragraph. (1) For airplanes identified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i), (g)(1)(ii), and (g)(1)(iii) of this AD, do the actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21– 2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013. (i) Airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21–2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013. (ii) For airplanes having variable numbers RC508 through RC509; RC520 through RC522; RC524 through RC525; RC547; RC 553 through RC554; RC571 through RC572; RC581 through RC582; and RC604: Do the applicable actions for Model 747–8F airplanes identified as Group 1 in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21– 2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013. PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 (iii) For airplanes having variable numbers RC026 through RC030: Do the applicable actions for Model 747–8 airplanes identified as Group 2 in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21–2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013. (2) For airplanes having variable numbers identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and (g)(2)(ii) of this AD, do the actions using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (i) Model 747–8F airplanes, variable numbers RC501, RC507, and RC580. (ii) Model 747–8 airplanes, variable numbers RC001, RC007, and RC008. (h) Installation for All Airplanes (Terminating Action) Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, install an additional zone temperature sensor in the aft cargo compartment, as specified in paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD, as applicable. Doing this action within 12 months after the effective date of this AD terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (1) For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21– 2550, dated December 6, 2013: Do the actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-21-2550, dated December 6, 2013. (2) For airplanes having variable numbers RC021 and RC573: Do the actions using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. (i) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747–21–2544, dated January 15, 2013. (j) 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 paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOCRequests@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. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. E:\FR\FM\25JNP1.SGM 25JNP1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 122 / Wednesday, June 25, 2014 / Proposed Rules (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Susan Monroe, Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, ANM–150S, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA; phone: 425–917–6457; fax: 425–917–6590; email: susan.l.monroe@ 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, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206– 544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 17, 2014. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–14813 Filed 6–24–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 50 CFR Part 679 [Docket No. 130710606–4491–01] RIN 0648–BD48 Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Chinook Salmon Bycatch Management in the Gulf of Alaska Non-Pollock Trawl Fisheries; Amendment 97 National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Commerce. ACTION: Proposed rule; request for comments. AGENCY: NMFS proposes regulations to implement Amendment 97 to the Fishery Management Plan for Groundfish of the Gulf of Alaska (FMP). If approved, Amendment 97 would limit Chinook salmon prohibited species catch (PSC) in Western and Central Gulf of Alaska (GOA) non-pollock trawl catcher/processor (C/P) and catcher vessel (CV) fisheries. This action would establish separate annual Chinook salmon PSC limits for trawl catcher/ processors (Trawl C/P Sector), trawl catcher vessels participating in the Central GOA Rockfish Program (Rockfish Program CV Sector), and trawl catcher vessels not participating in the Central GOA Rockfish Program (Non- ehiers on DSK2VPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 14:17 Jun 24, 2014 Jkt 232001 Rockfish Program CV Sector) fishing for groundfish species other than pollock. If a sector reaches its Chinook salmon PSC limit, NMFS would prohibit further fishing for non-pollock groundfish by vessels in that sector. This action also would establish and clarify Chinook salmon retention and discard requirements for vessels, shoreside processors, and stationary floating processors participating in both the GOA pollock and non-pollock groundfish trawl fisheries. This action is necessary to minimize the catch of Chinook salmon to the extent practicable in the GOA non-pollock trawl fisheries. Amendment 97 is intended to promote the goals and objectives of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (Magnuson-Stevens Act), the FMP, and other applicable laws. DATES: Submit comments on or before July 25, 2014. ADDRESSES: You may submit comments on this document, identified by NOAA– NMFS–2013–0077, by either of the following methods: • Electronic Submission: Submit all electronic public comments via the Federal e-Rulemaking Portal. Go to www.regulations.gov/ #!docketDetail;D=NOAA-NMFS-20130077, click the ‘‘Comment Now!’’ icon, complete the required fields, and enter or attach your comments. • Mail: Submit written comments to Glenn Merrill, Assistant Regional Administrator, Sustainable Fisheries Division, Alaska Region NMFS, Attn: Ellen Sebastian. Mail comments to P.O. Box 21668, Juneau, AK 99802–1668. Instructions: Comments sent by any other method, to any other address or individual, or received after the end of the comment period, may not be considered by NMFS. All comments received are a part of the public record and will generally be posted for public viewing on www.regulations.gov without change. All personal identifying information (e.g., name, address), confidential business information, or otherwise sensitive information submitted voluntarily by the sender will be publicly accessible. NMFS will accept anonymous comments (enter ‘‘N/ A’’ in the required fields if you wish to remain anonymous). Attachments to electronic comments will be accepted in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF file formats only. Electronic copies of the Environmental Assessment/Regulatory Impact Review/Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (collectively, Analysis) prepared for this action are available from https:// PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 35971 www.regulations.gov or from the NMFS Alaska Region Web site at https:// alaskafisheries.noaa.gov. An electronic copy of the Biological Opinion on the effects of the Alaska groundfish fisheries on Endangered Species Act (ESA)-listed species is available at https:// alaskafisheries.noaa.gov/ protectedresources/stellers/plb/ default.htm. Written comments regarding the approved collection-ofinformation requirements referenced in this proposed rule may be submitted to NMFS at the above address and by email to OIRA_Submission@ omb.eop.gov or fax to 202–395–7285. All currently approved NOAA collections of information may be viewed at https://www.cio.noaa.gov/ services_programs/prasubs.html. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeff Hartman, 907–586–7228. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: NMFS manages the groundfish fisheries in the U.S. exclusive economic zone (EEZ) of the GOA under the FMP. The North Pacific Fishery Management Council (Council) prepared, and NMFS approved, the FMP under the authority of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA), 16 U.S.C. 1801 et seq. Regulations governing U.S. fisheries and implementing the FMP appear at 50 CFR parts 600 and 679. The Council has submitted Amendment 97 for review by the Secretary of Commerce, and a notice of availability of the FMP amendment was published in the Federal Register on June 5, 2014 (79 FR 32525), with written comments on the FMP amendment invited through August 4, 2014. All relevant written comments received by the end of the applicable comment period, whether specifically directed to the FMP amendment, this proposed rule, or both, will be considered in the approval/disapproval decision for Amendment 97 and addressed in the response to comments in the final decision. The following sections of the preamble describe: (1) General management of groundfish and PSC in the GOA; (2) the management areas and groundfish fisheries affected by this proposed action—the non-pollock trawl fisheries in the Central and Western GOA; (3) the non-pollock trawl fisheries in the Central and Western GOA and the three sectors active in those fisheries— the Trawl C/P, Rockfish Program CV, and Non-Rockfish Program CV Sectors; (4) Chinook salmon PSC use in the nonpollock trawl fisheries; (5) the history and goals of this proposed rule— limiting Chinook salmon PSC in the E:\FR\FM\25JNP1.SGM 25JNP1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 122 (Wednesday, June 25, 2014)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 35968-35971]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-14813]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2014-0342; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-007-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for 
certain The Boeing Company Model 747-400, 747-400D, 747-400F, 747-8F, 
and 747-8 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of 
very high temperatures, up to 67 degrees Celsius (152 degrees 
Fahrenheit), near the floor in the aft lower lobe cargo compartment. 
This proposed AD would require installing an additional zone 
temperature sensor (ZTS) in the aft cargo compartment. For certain 
airplanes, the proposed AD would first require installing tape and 
replacing the markers in the bulk cargo compartment, unless terminated 
by the early installation of the ZTS. We are proposing this AD to 
prevent overheating of the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, where, if 
temperature sensitive cargo is present, the release of flammable vapors 
could result in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition source.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by August 11, 2014.

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 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 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.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2014-
0342; 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

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ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly 
after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan Monroe, Aerospace Engineer, 
Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, ANM-150S, FAA, 1601 Lind 
Avenue SW., Renton, WA; phone: 425-917-6457; fax: 425-917-6590; email: 
susan.l.monroe@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed 
under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2014-0342; 
Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-007-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

    We received reports of very high temperatures--up to 67 degrees 
Celsius (152 degrees Fahrenheit)--near the floor in the aft lower lobe 
cargo compartment. The operator noted that loose cargo blocked the 
cover plate for the bulk cargo ZTS. The aft cargo heat system is 
controlled by three temperature switches (two control switches and one 
overheat switch) located in the bulk cargo ZTS assembly. When the air 
inlet to this assembly becomes blocked by loaded or shifted cargo, the 
temperature switches fail to receive an adequate sample of compartment 
air. Under these conditions, the switches will not command the system 
valves properly, and the switches may fail to shut off the flow of hot 
air to the lower lobe cargo compartment, causing compartment 
temperatures to rise beyond 60 degrees Celsius (140 degrees 
Fahrenheit). This condition, if not corrected, could result in 
overheating of the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, where, if 
temperature sensitive cargo is present, the release of flammable vapors 
could result in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition source.

Relevant Service Information

    We reviewed Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletins 747-21-2544, 
Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013, and 747-21-2550, dated December 
6, 2013. For information on the procedures and compliance times, see 
this service information at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for 
Docket No. FAA-2014-0342.

FAA's Determination

    We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant 
information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is 
likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design.

Proposed AD Requirements

    This proposed AD would require accomplishing the actions specified 
in the service information identified previously, except as discussed 
under ``Differences Between this Proposed AD and the Service 
Information.''

Differences Between This Proposed AD and the Service Information

    Although Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-21-2550, 
dated December 6, 2013, specifies Boeing Service Bulletin 747-21-2367 
as a concurrent service bulletin for certain airplanes, this proposed 
AD would not include that requirement. This difference has been 
coordinated with Boeing.
    Certain airplane variable numbers are not identified in Boeing 
Special Attention Service Bulletins 747-21-2544, Revision 1, dated 
September 30, 2013, and 747-21-2550, dated December 6, 2013. These 
variable numbers are affected by the identified unsafe condition, 
therefore, this proposed AD would require that the actions specified in 
paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD, as applicable, be completed on these 
variable numbers. This difference has been coordinated with Boeing.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this proposed AD affects 130 airplanes of U.S. 
registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S.
              Action                        Labor cost            Parts cost        product         operators
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Install zone temperature sensor...  91 work-hours x $85 per            $7,545          $15,280       $1,986,400
                                     hour = $7,735.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    We estimate the following costs to do the optional actions 
specified in this proposed AD.

                                                 Optional Costs
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Cost per
                  Action                                Labor cost                 Parts cost        product
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Install tape and markers..................  1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85..             $33             $118
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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 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

0
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]

0
2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

The Boeing Company: Docket No. FAA-2014-0342; Directorate Identifier 
2014-NM-007-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by August 11, 2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 747-400, 747-400D, 
747-400F, 747-8F, and 747-8 series airplanes; certificated in any 
category; as identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD.
    (1) Airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 747-21-2550, dated December 6, 2013.
    (2) Airplanes identified in paragraph (h)(2) of this AD.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 21, Air 
conditioning.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by reports of very high temperatures, up to 
67 degrees Celsius (152 degrees Fahrenheit), near the floor in the 
aft lower lobe cargo compartment. We are issuing this AD to prevent 
overheating of the aft lower lobe cargo compartment, where, if 
temperature sensitive cargo is present, the release of flammable 
vapors could result in a fire or explosion if exposed to an ignition 
source.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Installation for Certain Airplanes (Interim Action)

    Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the 
existing markers and install tape and new markers in the bulk cargo 
compartment, as specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD, 
as applicable. Accomplishing the actions specified in paragraph (h) 
of this AD within 12 months after the effective date of this AD 
terminates the requirements of this paragraph.
    (1) For airplanes identified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i), 
(g)(1)(ii), and (g)(1)(iii) of this AD, do the actions in accordance 
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention 
Service Bulletin 747-21-2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013.
    (i) Airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 747-21-2544, Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013.
    (ii) For airplanes having variable numbers RC508 through RC509; 
RC520 through RC522; RC524 through RC525; RC547; RC 553 through 
RC554; RC571 through RC572; RC581 through RC582; and RC604: Do the 
applicable actions for Model 747-8F airplanes identified as Group 1 
in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-21-2544, Revision 
1, dated September 30, 2013.
    (iii) For airplanes having variable numbers RC026 through RC030: 
Do the applicable actions for Model 747-8 airplanes identified as 
Group 2 in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-21-2544, 
Revision 1, dated September 30, 2013.
    (2) For airplanes having variable numbers identified in 
paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and (g)(2)(ii) of this AD, do the actions using 
a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in 
paragraph (j) of this AD.
    (i) Model 747-8F airplanes, variable numbers RC501, RC507, and 
RC580.
    (ii) Model 747-8 airplanes, variable numbers RC001, RC007, and 
RC008.

(h) Installation for All Airplanes (Terminating Action)

    Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, install an 
additional zone temperature sensor in the aft cargo compartment, as 
specified in paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD, as applicable. 
Doing this action within 12 months after the effective date of this 
AD terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD.
    (1) For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 747-21-2550, dated December 6, 2013: Do the actions in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special 
Attention Service Bulletin 747-21-2550, dated December 6, 2013.
    (2) For airplanes having variable numbers RC021 and RC573: Do 
the actions using a method approved in accordance with the 
procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD.

(i) Credit for Previous Actions

    This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph 
(g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective 
date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 747-
21-2544, dated January 15, 2013.

(j) 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 paragraph (k)(1) of this AD. 
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
    (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate 
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding 
district office.
    (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be 
used for any repair required by this AD if it is approved by the 
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization 
(ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make 
those findings. For a repair method to be approved, the repair must 
meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must 
specifically refer to this AD.

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(k) Related Information

    (1) For more information about this AD, contact Susan Monroe, 
Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Branch, 
ANM-150S, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA; phone: 425-917-
6457; fax: 425-917-6590; email: susan.l.monroe@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, WA 98124-2207; telephone 206-544-
5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 17, 2014.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-14813 Filed 6-24-14; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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