Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes, 41087-41090 [2014-15382]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 135 / Tuesday, July 15, 2014 / Rules and Regulations 41087 Departing thrust reversers could also result in injury to persons on the ground. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (f) Compliance (1) The Manager, Wichita 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. (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. Federal Aviation Administration Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspections and Sealant Installation With Applicable Related Investigative and Corrective Actions Within 1,200 flight hours or 48 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do the requirements of paragraph (g)(1) of this AD; and for the airplanes identified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, do the requirements of paragraph (g)(2) of this AD concurrently. (1) Do a detailed inspection of the thrust reverser flange for damage to the sealant, as applicable, and install sealants and gaskets before further flight, as applicable, to the thrust reverser flanges and service island flanges, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 40–78–03, Revision 1, dated November 5, 2012 (for Model 45 airplanes having S/Ns 45–2001 through 45–2132 inclusive); or Bombardier Service Bulletin 45–78–9, Revision 1, dated November 5, 2012 (for Model 45 airplanes having S/Ns 45–005 through 45–436 inclusive). (2) For Model 45 airplanes having S/Ns 45– 2001 through 45–2129 inclusive and S/Ns 45–005 through 45–420 inclusive: Do a fluorescent penetrant inspection for corrosion of the metallic components of the thrust reverser’s attach flange for any corrosion, and all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Nordam Service Bulletin 5045 78–13, dated January 17, 2012, except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with RULES (h) Exception to the Nordam Service Information If any material thickness less than the minimum allowable thickness is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, and Nordam Service Bulletin 5045 78–13, dated January 17, 2012, specifies contacting Bombardier Learjet for appropriate action: Before further flight, repair the thrust reverser’s attach flange in accordance with a method approved by the Manager, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA. For a repair method to be approved by the Manager, Wichita ACO, as required by this paragraph, the Manager’s approval letter must specifically refer to this AD. (i) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Bombardier Service Bulletin 40–78–03, dated February 27, 2012 (for Model 45 airplanes having S/ Ns 45–2001 through 45–2132); or Bombardier Service Bulletin 45–78–9, dated February 27, 2012 (for Model 45 airplanes having S/Ns 45–005 through 45–436). VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:12 Jul 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Paul Chapman, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Services Branch, ACE–118W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316–946– 4152; fax: 316–946–4107; email: paul.chapman@faa.gov. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference may be viewed at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. (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. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 40–78–03, Revision 1, dated November 5, 2012. (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 45–78–9, Revision 1, dated November 5, 2012. (iii) Nordam Service Bulletin 5045 78–13, dated January 17, 2012. (3) For Learjet and Nordam service information identified in this AD, contact Learjet, Inc., One Learjet Way, Wichita, KS 67209–2942; telephone 316–946–2000; fax 316–946–2220; email ac.ict@ aero.bombardier.com; Internet https:// www.bombardier.com. (4) You may view this service information at 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. (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 June 19, 2014. Michael J. Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–15377 Filed 7–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2012–0863; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–108–AD; Amendment 39–17883; AD 2014–13–07] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737–300, –400, –500, –600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a review of the tail strobe light installation, which revealed that the tail strobe light is not electrically bonded to primary structure of the airplane. This AD requires installing a new tail strobe light housing and a new disconnect bracket, and changing the wire bundles. This AD also requires, for certain airplanes, an inspection to determine if sealant is applied, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent, in case of a direct lightning strike to the tail strobe light, damage to the operation of other critical airplane systems due to electromagnetic coupling and large transient voltages, and damage to the control mechanisms or surfaces due to a fire, which could result in loss of control of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective August 19, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 19, 2014. ADDRESSES: 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. SUMMARY: 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–2012– E:\FR\FM\15JYR1.SGM 15JYR1 41088 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 135 / Tuesday, July 15, 2014 / Rules and Regulations 0863; 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 address for the Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Marie Hogestad, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, FAA, ANM–130S, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6418; fax: 425–917–6590; email: marie.hogestad@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain The Boeing Company Model 737–300, –400, –500, –600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes. The SNPRM published in the Federal Register on March 12, 2014 (79 FR 13934). We preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the Federal Register on September 6, 2012 (77 FR 54848). The NPRM proposed to require installing a new tail strobe light housing and a new disconnect bracket, and changing the wire bundles. The NPRM was prompted by a review of the tail strobe light installation, which revealed that the tail strobe light is not electrically bonded to primary structure of the airplane. The SNPRM proposed to add, for certain airplanes, an inspection to determine if sealant is applied and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent, in case of a direct lightning strike to the tail strobe light, damage to the operation of other critical airplane systems due to electromagnetic coupling and large transient voltages, and damage to the control mechanisms or surfaces due to a fire, which could result in loss of control of the airplane. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM (79 FR 13934, March 12, 2014) or on the determination of the cost to the public. Clarification We have changed the paragraph heading for paragraph (h) of this AD to more accurately reflect the required actions therein. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes: • Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the SNPRM (79 FR 13934, March 12, 2014) for correcting the unsafe condition; and • Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the SNPRM (79 FR 13934, March 12, 2014). Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 1,433 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with RULES Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators Installation for Model 737–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737– 33–1149, dated April 13, 2012 (396 U.S. registered airplanes). Installation for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes, Group 1, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013 (465 U.S. registered airplanes). Installation for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes, Group 2, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013 (83 U.S. registered airplanes). Installation for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes, Group 3, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013 (25 U.S. registered airplanes). Installation for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes, Group 4, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013 (464 U.S. registered airplanes). Up to 32 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $2,720. Up to $14,886 ........... Up to $17,606 Up to $6,971,976. Up to 21 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $1,785. Up to $4,422 ............. Up to $6,207 ... Up to $2,886,255. Up to 21 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $1,785. Up to $2,496 ............. Up to $4,281 ... Up to $355,323. Up to 20 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $1,700. Up to $4,478 ............. Up to $6,178 ... Up to $154,450. Up to 21 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $1,785. Up to $4,423 ............. Up to $6,208 ... Up to $2,880,512. VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:12 Jul 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\15JYR1.SGM 15JYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 135 / Tuesday, July 15, 2014 / Rules and Regulations 41089 ESTIMATED COSTS—Continued Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Inspection for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900 and –900ER series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013 (up to 1,037 U.S. registered airplanes). Up to 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $170. $0 .............................. Up to $170 ...... We estimate the following cost to apply sealant, based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of Cost on U.S. operators Up to $176,290. determining the number of aircraft that might need this sealant application: ON-CONDITION COSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Sealant application ........................... 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ............................................................. Negligible .... $85 The parts cost to apply sealant between the disconnect bracket and the receptacle connector D44582J, and on the fasteners is not included in the estimate. It is considered ‘‘Parts & Materials Supplied by the Operator,’’ which is referenced in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33– 1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013. According to the manufacturer, all of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with 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. VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:12 Jul 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 Regulatory Findings § 39.13 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 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ PO 00000 Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Frm 00005 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2014–13–07 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39–17883; Docket No. FAA–2012–0863; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–108–AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective August 19, 2014. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (1) Model 737–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1149, dated April 13, 2012. (2) Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013. (3) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST00830SE (https:// rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_ Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ da95c49000906c7086257be80044d3d9/ $FILE/ST00830SE.pdf) does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST00830SE 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 33, Lights. E:\FR\FM\15JYR1.SGM 15JYR1 41090 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 135 / Tuesday, July 15, 2014 / Rules and Regulations (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a review of the tail strobe light installation, which revealed that the tail strobe light is not electrically bonded to primary structure of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to prevent, in case of a direct lightning strike to the tail strobe light, damage to the operation of other critical airplane systems due to electromagnetic coupling and large transient voltages, and damage to the control mechanisms or surfaces due to a fire, which could result in loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. wreier-aviles on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with RULES (g) Tail Strobe Light Installation for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER Series Airplanes For Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes on which the actions specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, dated November 2, 2011, have not been done before the effective date of this AD: Within 72 months after the effective date of this AD, install a new tail strobe light housing, install a new disconnect bracket, and change the wire bundles, in accordance with Part 1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33– 1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013, except as required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD. (1) Where Figure 8, Flag Note 3, of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33– 1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013, refers to solder sleeve BACS13CT3C, the shield splice contained in splice kit D–150–0168 may be used in lieu of solder sleeve (BACS13CT3C), provided a ground wire is used. Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1) of this AD: Guidance for wire-type information for the ground wires may be found in Boeing Standard Wiring Practices Manual (SWPM) D6–54446, Section 20–10–15. (2) Where the second sentence of note (c) of Figure 3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013, specifies to ‘‘Maintain a minimum of 1.7 Dimensions fastener edge margin on the disconnect bracket and the stiffener,’’ instead ‘‘Maintain a minimum of 1.7 diameter fastener edge margin on the disconnect bracket and the stiffener.’’ (h) Inspection and Corrective Actions for Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER Series Airplanes For Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes, on which the actions specified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, dated November 2, 2011, have been done before the effective date of this AD: Within 72 months after the effective date of this AD, do a general visual inspection to ensure there is fillet sealant between the disconnect bracket and the receptacle connector D44582J, and on the fasteners, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance VerDate Mar<15>2010 15:12 Jul 14, 2014 Jkt 232001 with Part 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (i) Tail Strobe Light Installation for Model 737–300, –400, and –500 Series Airplanes For Model 737–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes: Within 72 months after the effective date of this AD, install a new tail strobe light housing, install a new disconnect bracket, and change the wire bundles, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1149, dated April 13, 2012. (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) 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. (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Marie Hogestad, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, FAA, ANM– 130S, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057– 3356; phone: 425–917–6418; fax: 425–917– 6590; email: marie.hogestad@faa.gov. (2) For service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference 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. (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. PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013. (ii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–33–1149, dated April 13, 2012. (3) For Boeing 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. (4) 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. (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 June 19, 2014. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–15382 Filed 7–14–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2013–1027; Directorate Identifier 2013–NM–121–AD; Amendment 39–17886; AD 2014–13–10] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, –900, and –900ER series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of installation of incorrect wire support clamps within the bay area of the left and right environmental control systems (ECS) during production; the ECS bay area is a flammable fluid leakage zone. Use of incorrect wire support clamps that are not fully cushioned could allow electrical power wiring to come in contact with the exposed metal of the improper clamp, causing a short circuit SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\15JYR1.SGM 15JYR1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 135 (Tuesday, July 15, 2014)]
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[FR Doc No: 2014-15382]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2012-0863; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-108-AD;
Amendment 39-17883; AD 2014-13-07]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, -500, -600, -700, -700C, -800,
-900, and -900ER series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a review of
the tail strobe light installation, which revealed that the tail strobe
light is not electrically bonded to primary structure of the airplane.
This AD requires installing a new tail strobe light housing and a new
disconnect bracket, and changing the wire bundles. This AD also
requires, for certain airplanes, an inspection to determine if sealant
is applied, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD
to prevent, in case of a direct lightning strike to the tail strobe
light, damage to the operation of other critical airplane systems due
to electromagnetic coupling and large transient voltages, and damage to
the control mechanisms or surfaces due to a fire, which could result in
loss of control of the airplane.

DATES: This AD is effective August 19, 2014.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 19,
2014.

ADDRESSES: 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-2012-

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0863; 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 address for the Docket Office (phone: 800-647-
5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Marie Hogestad, Aerospace Engineer,
Systems and Equipment Branch, FAA, ANM-130S, Seattle Aircraft
Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356;
phone: 425-917-6418; fax: 425-917-6590; email: marie.hogestad@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain The
Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, -500, -600, -700, -700C, -800, -
900, and -900ER series airplanes. The SNPRM published in the Federal
Register on March 12, 2014 (79 FR 13934). We preceded the SNPRM with a
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the Federal
Register on September 6, 2012 (77 FR 54848). The NPRM proposed to
require installing a new tail strobe light housing and a new disconnect
bracket, and changing the wire bundles. The NPRM was prompted by a
review of the tail strobe light installation, which revealed that the
tail strobe light is not electrically bonded to primary structure of
the airplane. The SNPRM proposed to add, for certain airplanes, an
inspection to determine if sealant is applied and corrective actions if
necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent, in case of a direct
lightning strike to the tail strobe light, damage to the operation of
other critical airplane systems due to electromagnetic coupling and
large transient voltages, and damage to the control mechanisms or
surfaces due to a fire, which could result in loss of control of the
airplane.

Comments

We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM (79 FR 13934, March 12,
2014) or on the determination of the cost to the public.

Clarification

We have changed the paragraph heading for paragraph (h) of this AD
to more accurately reflect the required actions therein.

Conclusion

We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
SNPRM (79 FR 13934, March 12, 2014) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the SNPRM (79 FR 13934, March 12, 2014).

Costs of Compliance

We estimate that this AD affects 1,433 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

Estimated Costs
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Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
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Installation for Model 737- Up to 32 work- Up to $14,886... Up to $17,606...... Up to $6,971,976.
300, -400, and -500 series hours x $85 per
airplanes, as identified in hour = Up to
Boeing Special Attention $2,720.
Service Bulletin 737-33-1149,
dated April 13, 2012 (396
U.S. registered airplanes).
Installation for Model 737- Up to 21 work- Up to $4,422.... Up to $6,207....... Up to $2,886,255.
600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, hours x $85 per
and -900ER series airplanes, hour = Up to
Group 1, as identified in $1,785.
Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 737-33-1146,
Revision 1, dated July 9,
2013 (465 U.S. registered
airplanes).
Installation for Model 737- Up to 21 work- Up to $2,496.... Up to $4,281....... Up to $355,323.
600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, hours x $85 per
and -900ER series airplanes, hour = Up to
Group 2, as identified in $1,785.
Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 737-33-1146,
Revision 1, dated July 9,
2013 (83 U.S. registered
airplanes).
Installation for Model 737- Up to 20 work- Up to $4,478.... Up to $6,178....... Up to $154,450.
600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, hours x $85 per
and -900ER series airplanes, hour = Up to
Group 3, as identified in $1,700.
Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 737-33-1146,
Revision 1, dated July 9,
2013 (25 U.S. registered
airplanes).
Installation for Model 737- Up to 21 work- Up to $4,423.... Up to $6,208....... Up to $2,880,512.
600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, hours x $85 per
and -900ER series airplanes, hour = Up to
Group 4, as identified in $1,785.
Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 737-33-1146,
Revision 1, dated July 9,
2013 (464 U.S. registered
airplanes).

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Inspection for Model 737-600, - Up to 2 work- $0.............. Up to $170......... Up to $176,290.
700, -700C, -800, -900 and - hours x $85 per
900ER series airplanes, as hour = Up to
identified in Boeing Special $170.
Attention Service Bulletin
737-33-1146, Revision 1,
dated July 9, 2013 (up to
1,037 U.S. registered
airplanes).
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We estimate the following cost to apply sealant, based on the
results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of
aircraft that might need this sealant application:

On-Condition Costs
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Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
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Sealant application.................. 1 work-hour x $85 per hour = Negligible............... $85
$85.
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The parts cost to apply sealant between the disconnect bracket and
the receptacle connector D44582J, and on the fasteners is not included
in the estimate. It is considered ``Parts & Materials Supplied by the
Operator,'' which is referenced in Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 737-33-1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013.
According to the manufacturer, all of the costs of this AD may be
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost
estimate.

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 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):

2014-13-07 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-17883; Docket No. FAA-
2012-0863; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-108-AD.

(a) Effective Date

This AD is effective August 19, 2014.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

This AD applies to The Boeing Company airplanes, certificated in
any category, as identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this
AD.
(1) Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, as
identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-33-1149,
dated April 13, 2012.
(2) Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series
airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 737-33-1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013.
(3) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)
ST00830SE (https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory--and--Guidance--Library/
rgstc.nsf/0/da95c49000906c7086257be80044d3d9/$FILE/ST00830SE.pdf)
does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by
this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST00830SE 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 33, Lights.

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(e) Unsafe Condition

This AD was prompted by a review of the tail strobe light
installation, which revealed that the tail strobe light is not
electrically bonded to primary structure of the airplane. We are
issuing this AD to prevent, in case of a direct lightning strike to
the tail strobe light, damage to the operation of other critical
airplane systems due to electromagnetic coupling and large transient
voltages, and damage to the control mechanisms or surfaces due to a
fire, which could result in loss of control of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Tail Strobe Light Installation for Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -
800, -900, and -900ER Series Airplanes

For Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series
airplanes on which the actions specified in Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 737-33-1146, dated November 2, 2011, have not been
done before the effective date of this AD: Within 72 months after
the effective date of this AD, install a new tail strobe light
housing, install a new disconnect bracket, and change the wire
bundles, in accordance with Part 1 of the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-33-
1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013, except as required by
paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD.
(1) Where Figure 8, Flag Note 3, of Boeing Special Attention
Service Bulletin 737-33-1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013, refers
to solder sleeve BACS13CT3C, the shield splice contained in splice
kit D-150-0168 may be used in lieu of solder sleeve (BACS13CT3C),
provided a ground wire is used.

Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1) of this AD: Guidance for wire-type
information for the ground wires may be found in Boeing Standard
Wiring Practices Manual (SWPM) D6-54446, Section 20-10-15.

(2) Where the second sentence of note (c) of Figure 3 of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 737-33-1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013, specifies to
``Maintain a minimum of 1.7 Dimensions fastener edge margin on the
disconnect bracket and the stiffener,'' instead ``Maintain a minimum
of 1.7 diameter fastener edge margin on the disconnect bracket and
the stiffener.''

(h) Inspection and Corrective Actions for Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -
800, -900, and -900ER Series Airplanes

For Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series
airplanes, on which the actions specified in Boeing Special
Attention Service Bulletin 737-33-1146, dated November 2, 2011, have
been done before the effective date of this AD: Within 72 months
after the effective date of this AD, do a general visual inspection
to ensure there is fillet sealant between the disconnect bracket and
the receptacle connector D44582J, and on the fasteners, and do all
applicable corrective actions, in accordance with Part 2 of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 737-33-1146, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013. Do all
applicable corrective actions before further flight.

(i) Tail Strobe Light Installation for Model 737-300, -400, and -500
Series Airplanes

For Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes: Within 72
months after the effective date of this AD, install a new tail
strobe light housing, install a new disconnect bracket, and change
the wire bundles, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions
of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-33-1149, dated
April 13, 2012.

(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) 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.

(k) Related Information

(1) For more information about this AD, contact Marie Hogestad,
Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, FAA, ANM-130S,
Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6418; fax: 425-917-6590; email:
marie.hogestad@faa.gov.
(2) For service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference 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.

(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.
(i) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-33-1146,
Revision 1, dated July 9, 2013.
(ii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 737-33-1149,
dated April 13, 2012.
(3) For Boeing 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.
(4) 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.
(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 June 19, 2014.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-15382 Filed 7-14-14; 8:45 am]
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