Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Airplanes, 44669-44672 [2014-17325]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 148 / Friday, August 1, 2014 / Rules and Regulations (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Bombardier, Inc. Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701, & 702) airplanes, serial numbers 10002 through 10342 inclusive. (2) Bombardier, Inc. Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705), and Model CL–600– 2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, serial numbers 15001 through 15337 inclusive. (3) Bombardier, Inc. Model CL–600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes, serial numbers 19001 through 19040 inclusive. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight controls. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by two in-service reports of fracture of the rudder pedal tubes installed on the pilot-side rudder bar assembly. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracked and damaged pilot-side rudder pedal tubes, which could result in loss of function of the pilot’s rudder pedal during flight, takeoff, or landing, and could result in reduced controllability of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with RULES (g) Repetitive Inspections Before the accumulation of 26,000 total flight cycles or within 3 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Perform a detailed or eddy current inspection for cracking around the aft tapered holes of both pilot-side rudder pedal tubes, and for damage of the rudder pedal tubes in locations other than around the aft tapered holes, in accordance with Part A of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–27–065, including Appendix A, dated November 15, 2013. Repeat the inspection thereafter at the applicable intervals specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD, until the terminating action specified in paragraph (i) of this AD is done. (1) If the most recent inspection was a detailed inspection: Within 750 flight cycles after doing the detailed inspection. (2) If the most recent inspection was an eddy current inspection: Within 1,250 flight cycles after doing the eddy current inspection. (h) Corrective Actions (1) If any crack is found around the aft tapered holes during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, before further flight, replace the rudder bar assembly, in accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–27–065, including Appendix A, dated November 15, 2013. VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:22 Jul 31, 2014 Jkt 232001 (2) If any damage is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD in a location other than around the aft tapered holes: Before further flight, repair using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170, Engine and Propeller Directorate, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAOauthorized signature. (i) Optional Terminating Action Replacement of both pilot-side rudder bar assemblies, in accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–27–065, including Appendix A, dated November 15, 2013, constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD. (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/ certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170, Engine and Propeller Directorate, FAA; or TCCA; or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (k) Related Information Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF–2014–02, dated January 8, 2014, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/ #!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-0196-0002. (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 this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–27– 065, including Appendix A, dated November 15, 2013. (ii) Reserved. PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 44669 (3) For service information identified in ˆ this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Cote´ Vertu Road West, Dorval, Quebec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514– 855–7401; email thd.crj@ aero.bombardier.com; Internet https:// www.bombardier.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 17, 2014. John P. Piccola, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–17467 Filed 7–31–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2014–0254; Directorate Identifier 2013–NM–047–AD; Amendment 39–17910; AD 2014–15–08] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and 900XP airplanes. This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process. This AD requires an inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the fuel vent surge tanks; and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a lightning strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank and consequent explosion or SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\01AUR1.SGM 01AUR1 44670 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 148 / Friday, August 1, 2014 / Rules and Regulations fire and subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective September 5, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of September 5, 2014. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact Beechcraft Corporation, TMDC, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, KS 67201–0085; telephone 316–676–8238; fax 316–671–2540; email tmdc@beechcraft.com; Internet https:// pubs.beechcraft.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– 0254; 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: Jeffrey Englert, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE–116W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316–946–4167; fax: 316–946–4107; email: jeffrey.englert@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and 900XP airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 24, 2014 (79 FR 22783). The NPRM was prompted by a design review that revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process. The sealant is part of the lightning protection design for the fuel tanks. The NPRM proposed to require an inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the fuel vent surge tanks; and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a lightning strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank and consequent explosion or fire and subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014) or on the determination of the cost to the public. 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 NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014) for correcting the unsafe condition; and • Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014). Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 50 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators Inspection ....................................... 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170. None ............................................... $170 $8,500 We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repairs that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these repairs: ON-CONDITION COSTS Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Sealant application ....................................................... emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with RULES Action 36 work-hours × $85 per hour = $3,060 ...................... $32 $3,092 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. VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:22 Jul 31, 2014 Jkt 232001 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. PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 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 E:\FR\FM\01AUR1.SGM 01AUR1 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 148 / Friday, August 1, 2014 / Rules and Regulations 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 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): ■ 2014–15–08 Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company): Amendment 39– 17910; Docket No. FAA–2014–0254; Directorate Identifier 2013–NM–047–AD. emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with RULES (a) Effective Date This AD is effective September 5, 2014. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and 900XP airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers. VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:22 Jul 31, 2014 Jkt 232001 (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a lightning strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank and consequent explosion or fire and subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection and Corrective Action For airplanes identified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD: Within 600 flight hours or 12 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a general visual inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the top and bottom of the left and right fuel vent surge tanks, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57–4112, dated February 2013, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (1) Any Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP airplane, serial numbers 258324, 258326 through 258332 inclusive, 258334 through 258340 inclusive, 258342 through 258347 inclusive, 258349 through 258359 inclusive, 258361 through 258369 inclusive, 258371 through 258380 inclusive, 258382 through 258406 inclusive, 258408 through 258426 inclusive, 258428 through 258444 inclusive, 258446 through 258468 inclusive, 258470 through 258492 inclusive, 258494 through 258512 inclusive, 258514 through 258532 inclusive, 258534 through 258540 inclusive, 258542 through 258555 inclusive, 258557 through 258566 inclusive, 258278, 258541, 258556, 258567 through 258609 inclusive, 258611 through 258628 inclusive, 258630 through 258684 inclusive, 258686 through 258734 inclusive, 258736 through 258788 inclusive, 258795, 258802, 258821, 258825, 258829, 258834, 258840, and 258847; equipped with a kit numbered 140–1701–1, 140–1702–1, 140–1703–1,140–1703–5, 140–1703–7, or 140–1704–1 that was purchased from Hawker Beechcraft on or before February 13, 2013. (2) Any Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 850XP airplane having serial numbers 258789 through 258794 inclusive, 258796, 258798 through 258801 inclusive, 258803 through 258819 inclusive, 258822, 258823, 258826 through 258828 inclusive, 258830 through 258833 inclusive, 258835 through 258838 inclusive, 258841, 258844, 258845, 258848, 258852, PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 44671 258855, 258856, 258858, 258859, 258861, 258872, 258874, 258876, 258891, 258893, 258895, 258900, 258901, 258904, 258907, 258909, 258912, 258915, 258921, 258959, 258961, 258963, 258977, 258980, 258982, and subsequent serial numbers; equipped with a kit numbered 140–1701–1, 140–1702– 1, 140–1703–1, 140–1703–5, 140–1703–7, or 140–1704–1 that was purchased on or before February 13, 2013. (3) Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 900XP airplanes having serial numbers HA–0156 and HA– 0159. (h) Definition For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection is a visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to ensure visual access to all surfaces in the inspection area. This level of inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or droplight and may require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area being checked. (i) Exception to the Service Information A note in the Accomplishment Instructions of the Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57–4112, dated February 2013, instructs operators to contact Hawker Beechcraft if any difficulty is encountered in accomplishing the service information. However, this AD requires that any deviation from the instructions provided in Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57–4112, dated February 2013, must be approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) under the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD. (j) Parts Installation Limitation For all airplanes: As of the effective date of this AD, no kit having kit number 140– 1701–1, 140–1702–1, 140–1703–1, 140– 1703–5, 140–1703–7, or 140–1704–1, that was purchased before February 13, 2013, may be installed on any airplane unless the installation includes sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the top and bottom of the left and right fuel vent surge tanks, as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57–4112, dated February 2013. (k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Wichita 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 (l) of this AD. E:\FR\FM\01AUR1.SGM 01AUR1 44672 Federal Register / Vol. 79, No. 148 / Friday, August 1, 2014 / Rules and Regulations (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. (l) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Jeffrey Englert, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE–116W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316–946–4167; fax: 316– 946–4107; email: jeffrey.englert@faa.gov. (m) 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) Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57–4112, dated February 2013. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Beechcraft Corporation, TMDC, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, KS 67201– 0085; telephone 316–676–8238; fax 316–671– 2540; email tmdc@beechcraft.com; Internet https://pubs.beechcraft.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 July 15, 2014. John P. Piccola, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2014–17325 Filed 7–31–14; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2012–0145; Directorate Identifier 2011–NM–066–AD; Amendment 39–17899; AD 2014–14–04] emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with RULES RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2003–18– SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:23 Jul 31, 2014 Jkt 232001 10 for certain The Boeing Company Model 767 airplanes. AD 2003–18–10 required revising the Airworthiness Limitations Section of the maintenance planning data (MPD) document. This new AD also requires revising the maintenance program to incorporate an additional limitation, which terminates the existing requirements; and adds airplanes to the applicability. This AD was prompted by a re-evaluation of certain doors and flaps based on their fatigue-critical nature. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the principal structural elements (PSEs), which could adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective September 5, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 5, 2014. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of October 16, 2003 (68 FR 53503, September 11, 2003). 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– 0145; 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: Berhane Alazar, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6577; fax: PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 425–917–6590; email: berhane.alazar@ faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2003–18–10, Amendment 39–13301 (68 FR 53503, September 11, 2003). AD 2003–18–10 applied to The Boeing Company Model 767 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on February 22, 2012 (77 FR 10403). That NPRM proposed to continue to require revising the Airworthiness Limitations Section of the MPD document. That NPRM also proposed to require revising the maintenance program to incorporate an additional limitation, which terminates the existing requirements; and adding airplanes to the applicability. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the proposal (77 FR 10403, February 22, 2012) and the FAA’s response to each comment. Request To Reduce the Scope of the NPRM (77 FR 10403, February 22, 2012) ABX Air requested that we reduce the scope of the NPRM (77 FR 10403, February 22, 2012). ABX Air stated that the ‘‘SUMMARY’’ and ‘‘Actions Since Existing AD was Issued’’ sections of the NPRM imply that it is a result of an unsafe condition relating to certain cargo doors and flaps. ABX Air stated that the NPRM would require incorporation of the July 2011 revision of Section 9 of the Boeing 767 MPD Document into the operator’s maintenance program. ABX Air stated that requiring the complete revision is overreaching the AD’s scope. We disagree with reducing the scope of this final rule. The NPRM (77 FR 10403, February 22, 2012) stated that reevaluation of certain doors and flaps prompted the new rulemaking. However, the re-evaluation was not limited to certain doors and flaps, but rather a complete review of the entire July 2011 revision of Subsection B, Airworthiness Limitations—Structural Limitations, of Section 9 of the Boeing 767 MPD Document. The AD is intended to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the principal structural elements (PSEs) listed in the July 2011 revision of Subsection B, Airworthiness Limitations—Structural Limitations, of Section 9 of the Boeing 767 MPD E:\FR\FM\01AUR1.SGM 01AUR1

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[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 148 (Friday, August 1, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 44669-44672]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-17325]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2014-0254; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-047-AD; 
Amendment 39-17910; AD 2014-15-08]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation (Type 
Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon 
Aircraft 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 
Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker 
Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 
850XP, and 900XP airplanes. This AD was prompted by a design review 
that revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural 
components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process. 
This AD requires an inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler 
plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the fuel vent 
surge tanks; and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this 
AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a lightning 
strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank 
and consequent explosion or

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fire and subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane.

DATES: This AD is effective September 5, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of September 5, 
2014.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Beechcraft Corporation, TMDC, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, KS 67201-0085; 
telephone 316-676-8238; fax 316-671-2540; email tmdc@beechcraft.com; 
Internet https://pubs.beechcraft.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-
0254; 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: Jeffrey Englert, Aerospace Engineer, 
Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE-116W, FAA, Wichita 
Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-
Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316-946-4167; fax: 316-
946-4107; email: jeffrey.englert@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Beechcraft 
Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft 
Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and 
900XP airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April 
24, 2014 (79 FR 22783). The NPRM was prompted by a design review that 
revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural 
components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process. 
The sealant is part of the lightning protection design for the fuel 
tanks. The NPRM proposed to require an inspection for the presence of 
sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin 
in the fuel vent surge tanks; and corrective actions if necessary. We 
are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, 
during a lightning strike, could result in a potential source of 
ignition in a fuel tank and consequent explosion or fire and subsequent 
in-flight breakup of the airplane.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 
2014) or on the determination of the cost to the public.

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 
NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014) for correcting the unsafe condition; 
and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014).

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 50 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S.
              Action                     Labor cost            Parts cost           product         operators
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Inspection........................  2 work-hours x $85    None................            $170           $8,500
                                     per hour = $170.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repairs that 
would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no 
way of determining the number of aircraft that might need these 
repairs:

                                               On-Condition Costs
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
                                                                                                     Cost per
                    Action                                Labor cost               Parts cost        product
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sealant application..........................  36 work-hours x $85 per hour =              $32           $3,092
                                                $3,060.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    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

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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):

2014-15-08 Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held 
by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company): 
Amendment 39-17910; Docket No. FAA-2014-0254; Directorate Identifier 
2013-NM-047-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective September 5, 2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate 
previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft 
Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and 900XP airplanes, 
certificated in any category, all serial numbers.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed there were 
no instructions to apply sealant to structural components in the 
fuel tank during the winglet installation process. We are issuing 
this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a 
lightning strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in 
a fuel tank and consequent explosion or fire and subsequent in-
flight breakup of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Inspection and Corrective Action

    For airplanes identified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and 
(g)(3) of this AD: Within 600 flight hours or 12 months after the 
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a general 
visual inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler plate 
edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the top and bottom 
of the left and right fuel vent surge tanks, and do all applicable 
corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated 
February 2013, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD. Do 
all applicable corrective actions before further flight.
    (1) Any Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held 
by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model 
Hawker 800XP airplane, serial numbers 258324, 258326 through 258332 
inclusive, 258334 through 258340 inclusive, 258342 through 258347 
inclusive, 258349 through 258359 inclusive, 258361 through 258369 
inclusive, 258371 through 258380 inclusive, 258382 through 258406 
inclusive, 258408 through 258426 inclusive, 258428 through 258444 
inclusive, 258446 through 258468 inclusive, 258470 through 258492 
inclusive, 258494 through 258512 inclusive, 258514 through 258532 
inclusive, 258534 through 258540 inclusive, 258542 through 258555 
inclusive, 258557 through 258566 inclusive, 258278, 258541, 258556, 
258567 through 258609 inclusive, 258611 through 258628 inclusive, 
258630 through 258684 inclusive, 258686 through 258734 inclusive, 
258736 through 258788 inclusive, 258795, 258802, 258821, 258825, 
258829, 258834, 258840, and 258847; equipped with a kit numbered 
140-1701-1, 140-1702-1, 140-1703-1,140-1703-5, 140-1703-7, or 140-
1704-1 that was purchased from Hawker Beechcraft on or before 
February 13, 2013.
    (2) Any Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held 
by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model 
Hawker 850XP airplane having serial numbers 258789 through 258794 
inclusive, 258796, 258798 through 258801 inclusive, 258803 through 
258819 inclusive, 258822, 258823, 258826 through 258828 inclusive, 
258830 through 258833 inclusive, 258835 through 258838 inclusive, 
258841, 258844, 258845, 258848, 258852, 258855, 258856, 258858, 
258859, 258861, 258872, 258874, 258876, 258891, 258893, 258895, 
258900, 258901, 258904, 258907, 258909, 258912, 258915, 258921, 
258959, 258961, 258963, 258977, 258980, 258982, and subsequent 
serial numbers; equipped with a kit numbered 140-1701-1, 140-1702-1, 
140-1703-1, 140-1703-5, 140-1703-7, or 140-1704-1 that was purchased 
on or before February 13, 2013.
    (3) Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held by 
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model 
Hawker 900XP airplanes having serial numbers HA-0156 and HA-0159.

(h) Definition

    For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection is a 
visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation, or 
assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This 
level of inspection is made from within touching distance unless 
otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to ensure visual 
access to all surfaces in the inspection area. This level of 
inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such 
as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or droplight and may 
require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, 
ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area 
being checked.

(i) Exception to the Service Information

    A note in the Accomplishment Instructions of the Hawker 
Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated February 2013, 
instructs operators to contact Hawker Beechcraft if any difficulty 
is encountered in accomplishing the service information. However, 
this AD requires that any deviation from the instructions provided 
in Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated February 
2013, must be approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) 
under the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD.

(j) Parts Installation Limitation

    For all airplanes: As of the effective date of this AD, no kit 
having kit number 140-1701-1, 140-1702-1, 140-1703-1, 140-1703-5, 
140-1703-7, or 140-1704-1, that was purchased before February 13, 
2013, may be installed on any airplane unless the installation 
includes sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and 
adjacent skin in the top and bottom of the left and right fuel vent 
surge tanks, as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated February 2013.

(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, Wichita 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 (l) of this AD.

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    (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.

(l) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Jeffrey Englert, 
Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE-
116W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, 
Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316-946-
4167; fax: 316-946-4107; email: jeffrey.englert@faa.gov.

(m) 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) Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated 
February 2013.
    (ii) Reserved.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Beechcraft Corporation, TMDC, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, KS 67201-0085; 
telephone 316-676-8238; fax 316-671-2540; email tmdc@beechcraft.com; 
Internet https://pubs.beechcraft.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 July 15, 2014.
John P. Piccola,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-17325 Filed 7-31-14; 8:45 am]
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