Airworthiness Directives; the Boeing Company Airplanes, 39300-39302 [2014-14475]

Download as PDF 39300 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 132 / Thursday, July 10, 2014 / Rules and Regulations (1) Fully automatic pellet inspection stations especially designed or prepared for checking final dimensions and surface defects of fuel pellets; (2) Automatic welding machines especially designed or prepared for welding end caps onto the fuel pins (or rods); (3) Automatic test and inspection stations especially designed or prepared for checking the integrity of completed fuel pins (or rods). This item typically includes equipment for: (i) X-ray examination of pin (or rod) end cap welds; (ii) Helium leak detection from pressurized pins (or rods); and (iii) Gamma-ray scanning of the pins (or rods) to check for correct loading of the fuel pellets inside. (4) Systems especially designed or prepared to manufacture nuclear fuel cladding. (c) Any other components especially designed or prepared for use in a fuel element fabrication plant or in any of the components described in this appendix. Dated at Rockville, Maryland, this 18th day of June, 2014. For the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Mark A. Satorius, Executive Director for Operations. [FR Doc. 2014–15828 Filed 7–9–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7590–01–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2014–0341; Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–102–AD; Amendment 39–17874; AD 2014–12–13] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; the Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. AGENCY: tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:13 Jul 09, 2014 Jkt 232001 This AD is effective July 25, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of April 9, 2014 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014). We must receive any comments on this AD by August 25, 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: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this 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. DATES: Examining the AD Docket We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–03– 06 for all the Boeing Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. AD 2014–03–06 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the aft support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14; and repair if necessary. This AD clarifies two paragraph references. This AD was prompted by a determination that two paragraph references were in error. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the aft support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper chord and SUMMARY: rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14, which could grow and result in a fuel leak and possible fire. You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2014– 0341; 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, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 800–647– 5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy Marsh, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6440; fax: 425–917–6590; email: nancy.marsh@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion On January 18, 2014, we issued AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), for all the Boeing Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. AD 2014–03–06 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the aft support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14; and repair if necessary. AD 2014–03–06 resulted from reports of cracks found in the aft support fitting, the rear spar upper chord, and the rear spar web. We issued AD 2014–03–06 to detect and correct cracking of the aft support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14, which could grow and result in a fuel leak and possible fire. Actions Since AD 2014–03–06 Was Issued Since we issued AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), two incorrect paragraph references were found. The references to paragraphs (g) and (g)(1) in paragraph (h)(2) of AD 2014–03–06 are incorrect. The correct reference should be to the introductory text of paragraph (h) and paragraph (h)(1) of AD 2014–03–06. Paragraph (h)(2) of AD 2014–03–06 is the corrective action for the inspections required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) and paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. In order to mandate the corrective actions for the inspections required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) and paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, we have revised the references in paragraph (h)(2) of this AD. FAA’s Determination We are issuing 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 these same type designs. AD Requirements This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the aft support fitting for the MLG beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of RSS 224.14; and repair if necessary. This AD corrects these paragraph references. E:\FR\FM\10JYR1.SGM 10JYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 132 / Thursday, July 10, 2014 / Rules and Regulations FAA’s Justification and Determination of the Effective Date AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39– 17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), clearly indicated that inspections, and repairs if necessary, are required. Since this new AD merely corrects incorrect paragraph references, notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing this AD are unnecessary. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not provide you with notice and an opportunity to provide your comments before it becomes effective. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include the docket number FAA–2014–0341 and directorate identifier 2014–NM–102–AD at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may 39301 amend this 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 AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 353 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS Action Inspection [Retained actions from AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014)]. Labor cost Up to 86 work-hours × $85 per hour = $7,310 per inspection cycle. We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. 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. tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES Regulatory Findings 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: VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:13 Jul 09, 2014 Parts cost Jkt 232001 $0 Cost on U.S. operators Cost per product Up to $7,310 per inspection cycle. (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), (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. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as follows: Up to $2,580,430 per inspection cycle. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective July 25, 2014. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014). (c) Applicability (1) This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 737–100, –200, –200C, –300, –400, and –500 series airplanes, certificated in any category. (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (https:// rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_ Library/rgstc.nsf/0/2C6E3DBDDD 36F91C862576A4005D64E2?OpenDocument &Highlight=st01219se) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a ‘‘change in product’’ alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR 39.17. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES (d) Subject 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: (e) Unsafe Condition Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings. ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), and adding the following new AD: ■ 2014–12–13 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39–17874; Docket No. FAA–2014–0341; Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–102–AD. PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 This AD was prompted by reports of cracks found in the aft support fitting, the rear spar upper chord, and the rear spar web. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the aft support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14, which could grow and result in a fuel leak and possible fire. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. E:\FR\FM\10JYR1.SGM 10JYR1 39302 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 132 / Thursday, July 10, 2014 / Rules and Regulations (g) Retained Inspections: Group 1 Airplanes This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph (g) of AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014) with no changes. For airplanes identified in Group 1 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013: At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD, do inspections and applicable corrective actions using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. tkelley on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES (h) Retained Inspections: Groups 2–7 Airplanes This paragraph restates the actions required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) of AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014) with no changes. For airplanes identified in Groups 2 through 7 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57– 1318, dated May 15, 2013: At the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD, do high frequency eddy current inspections to detect cracking of the aft support fitting for the MLG beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station 224.14, as applicable, in accordance with Option 1, 2, or 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013. (1) This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of AD 2014–03– 06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014) with no changes. If no crack is found, repeat the inspection thereafter at the time specified in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013, as applicable. Accomplishment of the inspection of the 12 fastener holes (locations 1–12) in accordance with Option 2, Action 3; or Option 3, Action 3; as specified in note (b) of tables 2 through 5 of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013; terminates only the corresponding inspections that include note (b) in the ‘‘Repeat Interval’’ column of the applicable table. (2) This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph (h)(2) of AD 2014–03– 06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), with revised paragraph references to the introductory text of paragraph (h) and to paragraph (h)(1) of this AD to mandate corrective actions. If any crack is found during any inspection required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) or by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, repair before further flight using a method approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD. VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:13 Jul 09, 2014 Jkt 232001 (i) Retained Exception to Service Information Specifications This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph (i) of AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), with no changes. Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57– 1318, dated May 15, 2013, specifies a compliance time ‘‘after the original issue date of this service bulletin,’’ this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after April 9, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03–06). (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) 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), which 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. (4) AMOCs approved for AD 2014–03–06, Amendment 39–17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of this AD. (k) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Nancy Marsh, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6440; fax: 425–917–6590; email: nancy.marsh@faa.gov. (l) 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 the AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on April 9, 2014 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014). (i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–57–1318, dated May 15, 2013. (ii) Reserved. (4) For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 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. (5) You may view this service information at 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. (6) 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 June 6, 2014. Jeffrey E. Duven, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–14475 Filed 7–9–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration 21 CFR Part 1150 [Docket No. FDA–2012–N–0920] RIN 0910–AG81 Tobacco Products, User Fees, Requirements for the Submission of Data Needed To Calculate User Fees for Domestic Manufacturers and Importers of Tobacco Products AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS. ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is issuing a final rule that requires domestic tobacco product manufacturers and importers to submit information needed to calculate the amount of user fees assessed under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the FD&C Act). The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has been collecting this information and providing FDA with the data FDA needs to calculate the amount of user fees assessed to tobacco product manufacturers and importers. USDA intends to cease collecting this information starting in fiscal year 2015 (October 2014). Consistent with the requirements of the FD&C Act, the final rule requires the submission of this information to FDA instead of USDA. DATES: This rule is effective August 11, 2014. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy Boocker or Annette Marthaler, E:\FR\FM\10JYR1.SGM 10JYR1

Agencies

[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 132 (Thursday, July 10, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 39300-39302]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-14475]


=======================================================================
-----------------------------------------------------------------------

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2014-0341; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-102-AD; 
Amendment 39-17874; AD 2014-12-13]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; the Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------

SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2014-03-06 for 
all the Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 
series airplanes. AD 2014-03-06 required repetitive inspections for 
cracking of the aft support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) 
beam, and the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of 
rear spar station (RSS) 224.14; and repair if necessary. This AD 
clarifies two paragraph references. This AD was prompted by a 
determination that two paragraph references were in error. We are 
issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the aft support 
fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper 
chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14, 
which could grow and result in a fuel leak and possible fire.

DATES: This AD is effective July 25, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of April 9, 
2014 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014).
    We must receive any comments on this AD by August 25, 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: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this 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-
0341; 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, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and 
other information. The street address for the Docket Office (phone: 
800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available 
in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Nancy Marsh, Aerospace Engineer, 
Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office 
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-
6440; fax: 425-917-6590; email: nancy.marsh@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    On January 18, 2014, we issued AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 
(79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), for all the Boeing Company Model 737-100, 
-200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. AD 2014-03-06 
required repetitive inspections for cracking of the aft support fitting 
for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar upper chord and 
rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 224.14; and repair 
if necessary. AD 2014-03-06 resulted from reports of cracks found in 
the aft support fitting, the rear spar upper chord, and the rear spar 
web. We issued AD 2014-03-06 to detect and correct cracking of the aft 
support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear spar 
upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station (RSS) 
224.14, which could grow and result in a fuel leak and possible fire.

Actions Since AD 2014-03-06 Was Issued

    Since we issued AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, 
March 5, 2014), two incorrect paragraph references were found. The 
references to paragraphs (g) and (g)(1) in paragraph (h)(2) of AD 2014-
03-06 are incorrect. The correct reference should be to the 
introductory text of paragraph (h) and paragraph (h)(1) of AD 2014-03-
06. Paragraph (h)(2) of AD 2014-03-06 is the corrective action for the 
inspections required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) and 
paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. In order to mandate the corrective actions 
for the inspections required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) 
and paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, we have revised the references in 
paragraph (h)(2) of this AD.

FAA's Determination

    We are issuing 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 these same type 
designs.

AD Requirements

    This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the aft 
support fitting for the MLG beam, and the rear spar upper chord and 
rear spar web in the area of RSS 224.14; and repair if necessary. This 
AD corrects these paragraph references.

[[Page 39301]]

FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date

    AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), 
clearly indicated that inspections, and repairs if necessary, are 
required. Since this new AD merely corrects incorrect paragraph 
references, notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing 
this AD are unnecessary.

Comments Invited

    This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight 
safety, and we did not provide you with notice and an opportunity to 
provide your comments before it becomes effective. However, we invite 
you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send 
your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include 
the docket number FAA-2014-0341 and directorate identifier 2014-NM-102-
AD at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments 
on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects 
of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date 
and may amend this 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 AD.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 353 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                             Parts                              Cost on U.S.
              Action                      Labor cost          cost      Cost per product          operators
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Inspection [Retained actions from   Up to 86 work-hours x         $0  Up to $7,310 per      Up to $2,580,430 per
 AD 2014-03-06, Amendment            $85 per hour =                    inspection cycle.     inspection cycle.
 39[dash]17743 (79 FR 12368, March   $7,310 per
 5, 2014)].                          inspection cycle.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide 
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD.

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

    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 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.

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA amends part 39 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations (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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 
2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), and adding 
the following new AD:

2014-12-13 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-17874; Docket No. FAA-
2014-0341; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-102-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective July 25, 2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD replaces AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, 
March 5, 2014).

(c) Applicability

    (1) This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -
200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in 
any category.
    (2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) 
ST01219SE (https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/2C6E3DBDDD36F91C862576A4005D64E2?OpenDocument&Highlight=st01219se) 
does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by 
this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is 
installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance 
(AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the 
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by reports of cracks found in the aft 
support fitting, the rear spar upper chord, and the rear spar web. 
We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the aft 
support fitting for the main landing gear (MLG) beam, and the rear 
spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar station 
(RSS) 224.14, which could grow and result in a fuel leak and 
possible fire.

(f) Compliance

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

[[Page 39302]]

(g) Retained Inspections: Group 1 Airplanes

    This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph (g) of 
AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014) with 
no changes. For airplanes identified in Group 1 of Boeing Special 
Attention Service Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated May 15, 2013: At the 
applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of 
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated May 15, 
2013, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD, do inspections 
and applicable corrective actions using a method approved in 
accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this 
AD.

(h) Retained Inspections: Groups 2-7 Airplanes

    This paragraph restates the actions required by the introductory 
text of paragraph (h) of AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 
12368, March 5, 2014) with no changes. For airplanes identified in 
Groups 2 through 7 of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-
57-1318, dated May 15, 2013: At the applicable time specified in 
paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated May 15, 2013, except as required by 
paragraph (i) of this AD, do high frequency eddy current inspections 
to detect cracking of the aft support fitting for the MLG beam, and 
the rear spar upper chord and rear spar web in the area of rear spar 
station 224.14, as applicable, in accordance with Option 1, 2, or 3 
of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention 
Service Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated May 15, 2013.
    (1) This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph 
(h)(1) of AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 
2014) with no changes. If no crack is found, repeat the inspection 
thereafter at the time specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' 
of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated May 
15, 2013, as applicable. Accomplishment of the inspection of the 12 
fastener holes (locations 1-12) in accordance with Option 2, Action 
3; or Option 3, Action 3; as specified in note (b) of tables 2 
through 5 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Special 
Attention Service Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated May 15, 2013; 
terminates only the corresponding inspections that include note (b) 
in the ``Repeat Interval'' column of the applicable table.
    (2) This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph 
(h)(2) of AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 
2014), with revised paragraph references to the introductory text of 
paragraph (h) and to paragraph (h)(1) of this AD to mandate 
corrective actions. If any crack is found during any inspection 
required by the introductory text of paragraph (h) or by paragraph 
(h)(1) of this AD, repair before further flight using a method 
approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph 
(j) of this AD.

(i) Retained Exception to Service Information Specifications

    This paragraph restates the actions required by paragraph (i) of 
AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014), with 
no changes. Where Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-57-
1318, dated May 15, 2013, specifies a compliance time ``after the 
original issue date of this service bulletin,'' this AD requires 
compliance within the specified compliance time after April 9, 2014 
(the effective date of AD 2014-03-06).

(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) 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), which 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.
    (4) AMOCs approved for AD 2014-03-06, Amendment 39-17743 (79 FR 
12368, March 5, 2014), are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding 
provisions of this AD.

(k) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Nancy Marsh, 
Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM-120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft 
Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-
3356; phone: 425-917-6440; fax: 425-917-6590; email: 
nancy.marsh@faa.gov.

(l) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
    (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on 
April 9, 2014 (79 FR 12368, March 5, 2014).
    (i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-57-1318, dated 
May 15, 2013.
    (ii) Reserved.
    (4) 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.
    (5) You may view this service information at 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.
    (6) 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 June 6, 2014.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-14475 Filed 7-9-14; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.