Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes, 52182-52185 [2015-20951]
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(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 601R–35–
018, dated May 21, 2013.
(ii) Reserved.
(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 August
17, 2015.
Kevin Hull,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2014–0455; Directorate
Identifier 2014–NM–006–AD; Amendment
39–18247; AD 2015–17–14]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
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Discussion
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321
series airplanes. This AD was prompted
by reports that during a full scale fatigue
test, several broken frames in certain
areas of the cargo compartment have
been found, especially on the cargo floor
support fittings and open tack holes on
the left-hand side. This AD requires a
rototest inspection of the open tack
holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor
support fittings of the fuselage,
including doing all applicable related
investigative actions, and repair if
necessary. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct cracking in the open
tack holes and rivet holes at the cargo
floor support fittings of the fuselage,
which could affect the structural
integrity of the airplane.
SUMMARY:
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This AD becomes effective
October 2, 2015.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of October 2, 2015.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov/
#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2014-0455; or in
person at the 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.
For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness
Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5
61 93 44 51; email account.airwortheas@airbus.com; Internet https://
www.airbus.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. It is also available on the Internet
at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2015–0455.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1405;
fax 425–227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DATES:
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to all Airbus Model A319, A320,
and A321 series airplanes. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on
July 23, 2014 (79 FR 42716).
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Directive 2013–0310, dated December
20, 2013 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
an unsafe condition for all Airbus
Model A319, A320, and A321 series
airplanes. The MCAI states:
During a full scale fatigue test, several
broken frames in the cargo compartment area
between Frame (FR) 50 and FR 63, have been
found, especially on the cargo floor support
fittings and open tack holes on [the] left hand
side.
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This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could affect the structural integrity
of the aeroplane.
For the reason described above, this
[EASA] AD requires repetitive inspections of
the frames in the cargo compartment area and
of the cargo floor support fittings and open
tack holes on the left hand (LH) side, and
depending on findings, the accomplishment
of applicable corrective action(s). This
[EASA] AD also requires a modification,
which constitutes terminating action for the
repetitive inspections required by this
[EASA] AD.
The actions in this AD include a rototest
inspection for cracking of the open tack
holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor
support fittings of the fuselage;
modification of the fuselage, including
doing all applicable related investigative
actions; and repair if necessary. Related
investigative actions include rotating
probe inspections for cracking of the
holes. You may examine the MCAI in
the AD docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov/
#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-04550002.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. The
following presents the comments
received on the NPRM (79 FR 42716,
July 23, 2014) and the FAA’s response
to each comment.
Requests To Remove Service
Information Not Applicable to the U.S.
Fleet
Delta Air Lines (DAL), United
Airlines (UAL), and US Airways
requested that certain service
information be removed from the NPRM
(79 FR 42716, July 23, 2014) as it is not
applicable to the U.S. fleet.
DAL stated that Airbus Service
Bulletin A320–53–1261, dated
December 21, 2012, which provides a
terminating modification for the
repetitive inspections specified in the
NPRM (79 FR 42716, July 23, 2014), is
one of eight structural modification
service bulletins required to operate
Model A320 airplanes beyond 48,000
flight cycles/96,000 flight hours
(referred to as extended service goal
(ESG)). DAL stated that Airbus Service
Bulletin A320–53–1261, dated
December 21, 2012, does not affect DAL
or any other U.S. operator, since Airbus
only recognizes airplane effectivity for
those operators that have accomplished
this service bulletin (which can only be
purchased from Airbus) through ESG
embodiment.
UAL and US Airways stated that, in
paragraph (h) of the proposed AD (79 FR
42716, July 23, 2014), modification of
the fuselage in accordance with Airbus
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Service Bulletin A320–53–1261, dated
December 21, 2012, must be
accomplished before exceeding 48,000
total flight cycles or 96,000 total flight
hours, whichever occurs first. UAL and
US Airways stated that Airbus Service
Bulletin A320–53–1261, dated
December 21, 2012, is not effective for
all manufacturer serial numbers
specified in the service information and
is only applicable to a select number of
operators. UAL commented that Airbus
Service Bulletin A320–53–1261, dated
December 21, 2012, was originally
related to the ESG modification
requirements and has not yet been
revised to match the effective
manufacturer serial numbers in
specified Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
53–1257, dated December 21, 2012.
We agree with these commenters’
requests. Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
53–1261, dated December 21, 2012, does
not apply to the U.S. fleet because the
terminating action is not applicable for
all manufacturer serial numbers.
Therefore, we have deleted the
modification requirement that was
specified in paragraph (h) of the
proposed AD (79 FR 42716, July 23,
2014), and have redesignated
subsequent paragraphs accordingly.
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Request To Revise Certain Service
Information
DAL also requested that the FAA ask
Airbus to update the Effectivity in
Airbus Service Bulletin A320–53–1261,
dated December 21, 2012, along with
the other structural modification service
information required for operation
beyond 48,000 total flight cycles/96,000
total flight hours.
We disagree with this request. As we
stated previously, we have deleted the
modification requirement that was
specified in paragraph (h) of the
proposed AD (79 FR 42716, July 23,
2014). In addition, we do not agree with
delaying this action for mitigating safety
risks addressed in this AD until after the
release of the manufacturer’s additional
planned service bulletin(s). We have not
changed this AD in this regard.
Request for Separate AD for the
Structural Modification
DAL requested that a separate AD be
issued that would specify all required
service information for the modification
in paragraph (h) of the proposed AD (79
FR 42716, July 23, 2014), which must be
accomplished prior to operation beyond
48,000 total flight cycles/96,000 total
flight hours for affected manufacturer
serial numbers.
We disagree with issuing a separate
AD action that would require all
modifications associated with
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operations exceeding 48,000 total flight
cycles/96,000 total flight hours (referred
to as ESG). ESG is not related to the
unsafe condition in this AD. ESG is not
a requirement, but an option to operate
with an extended operational limit of
60,000 total flight cycles/120,000 total
flight hours and is contingent on
accomplishment of specific
modifications. This AD is specific to
mitigating the risks associated with the
identified unsafe condition, which were
identified during full scale fatigue
testing. Choosing the option to operate
airplanes exceeding 48,000 total flight
cycles/96,000 total flight hours lies with
the operator and has no bearing on the
mitigation of the unsafe condition
identified in this AD. We have not
changed this AD in this regard.
Requests To Identify Actions Required
for Compliance
DAL and UAL requested a statement
in the NPRM (79 FR 42716, July 23,
2014) to specify the actions that are
required for compliance (RC) in Airbus
Service Bulletin A320–53–1257, dated
December 21, 2012.
UAL stated that paragraph 3.C. of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A320–53–1257, dated
December 21, 2012, meets the technical
intent of the inspection in the service
information as that paragraph specifies
removal of the affected fasteners,
accomplishment of the rototest
inspection, and re-installation of the
fasteners. UAL stated that the access
and close-up actions may then be
specified by the operator as deemed
necessary. UAL commented that
paragraph (g) of the proposed AD (79 FR
42716, July 23, 2014) could specify that
the inspection be performed in
accordance with paragraph 3.C. of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A320–53–1257, dated
December 21, 2012.
DAL stated that the FAA issued
Advisory Circular (AC) 20–176 in
December 2011 and AC 20–176A in
June 2014 (https://rgl.faa.gov/
Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/
979ddd1479e1ec6f86257cfc0052d4e9/
$FILE/AC%2020-176A.pdf); and Order
8110.117A, dated June 18, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgOrders.nsf/0/
d715cdfc08ac0ddc86257cfc00528297/
$FILE/110.117A.pdf), which provides
guidance for issuing service information
related to ADs. DAL commented that
paragraph 2–10 of AC 20–176A states
that ‘‘steps that have a direct effect on
detecting, preventing, resolving, or
eliminating the unsafe condition in an
AD should be identified in a SB with
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‘‘RC’’ (Required for Compliance’’). DAL
stated that there are no ‘‘RC’’ identifiers
in the work steps of Airbus Service
Bulletin A320–53–1257, dated
December 21, 2012.
DAL also requested that the FAA
evaluate service bulletins for adherence
to the guidance provided in AC 20–
176A, dated June 16, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/
979ddd1479e1ec6f86257cfc0052d4e9/
$FILE/AC%2020-176A.pdf); and Order
8110.117A, dated June 18, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgOrders.nsf/0/
d715cdfc08ac0ddc86257cfc00528297/
$FILE/110.117A.pdf), when proposing
new AD’s.
We agree with the concept of
minimizing AD requirements when
appropriate. The FAA released AC 20–
176A, dated June 16, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/
979ddd1479e1ec6f86257cfc0052d4e9/
$FILE/AC%2020-176A.pdf); and Order
8110.117A, dated June 18, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgOrders.nsf/0/
d715cdfc08ac0ddc86257cfc00528297/
$FILE/110.117A.pdf), which include the
concept of RC. The FAA has begun
implementing this concept in ADs when
we receive service information
containing RC steps. While some design
approval holders have implemented the
RC concept, the implementation is
voluntary. The FAA does not intend to
develop or revise AD requirements to
incorporate the RC concept if it is not
included in the service information.
However for this AD, we reviewed
Airbus Service Bulletin A320–53–1257,
dated December 21, 2012, and
determined that the procedures in
paragraph 3.C., ‘‘Procedure,’’ are
necessary to address the identified
unsafe condition. All other steps in the
Accomplishment Instructions may be
deviated from using accepted methods
in accordance with the operator’s
maintenance or inspection program
without obtaining approval of an
alternative method of compliance
(AMOC), provided the procedures in
paragraph 3.C., ‘‘Procedures,’’ can be
done and the airplane can be put back
in a serviceable condition. We have
revised paragraph (g) of this AD to refer
to procedures in paragraph 3.C.,
‘‘Procedures,’’ of the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin
A320–53–1257, dated December 21,
2012.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data,
considered the comments received, and
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determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
with the changes described previously
and minor editorial changes. We have
determined that these minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM (79 FR
42716, July 23, 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 42716,
July 23, 2014).
We also determined that these
changes will not increase the economic
burden on any operator or increase the
scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed Airbus Service Bulletin
A320–53–1257, dated December 21,
2012. The service information describes
procedures for a rototest inspection of
the open tack holes and rivet holes at
the cargo floor support fittings between
frame (FR) 50 and FR 63 (left-hand side
only) for Model A320 and A321 series
airplanes and FR 53 and FR 63 (lefthand side only) for Model A319 series
airplanes of the fuselage, including
other actions, and repair if necessary.
This service information is reasonably
available because the interested parties
have access to it through their normal
course of business or by the means
identified in the ADDRESSES section of
this AD.
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Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 847
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it would take
about 471 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of
this AD. The average labor rate is $85
per work-hour. Required parts (for the
modification) would cost about $6,570
per product. Based on these figures, we
estimate the cost of this AD on U.S.
operators to be $39,474,435, or $46,605
per product.
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:
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General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not
have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov/
#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2014-0455; 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 Operations office (telephone
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
section.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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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):
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2015–17–14 Airbus: Amendment 39–18247.
Docket No. FAA–2014–0455; Directorate
Identifier 2014–NM–006–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective October 2, 2015.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus Model A319–
111, –112, –113, –114, –115, –131, –132, and
–133 airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, –214,
–231, –232, and –233 airplanes; and Model
A321–111, –112, –131, –211, –212, –213,
–231, and –232 airplanes; certificated in any
category; all manufacturer serial numbers.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53, Fuselage.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports that,
during a full scale fatigue test, several broken
frames in certain areas of the cargo
compartment have been found, especially on
the cargo floor support fittings and open tack
holes on the left-hand (LH) side. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking
in the open tack holes and rivet holes at the
cargo floor support fittings of the fuselage,
which could affect the structural integrity of
the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Inspection
At the applicable compliance times
specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(3)
of this AD: Do a rototest inspection for
cracking of the open tack holes and rivet
holes at the cargo floor support fittings of the
fuselage between frame (FR) 50 and FR 63
left-hand (LH) side only for Model A320
series airplanes, and A321 series airplanes;
and between FR 53 and FR 63 LH side only
for Model A319 series airplanes; in
accordance with paragraph 3.C.,
‘‘Procedures,’’ of the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
53–1257, dated December 21, 2012. Repeat
the inspection thereafter at intervals not to
exceed 5,000 flight cycles or 10,000 flight
hours, whichever occurs first.
(1) For airplanes that have equal to or more
than 45,000 total flight cycles or 90,000 total
flight hours as of the effective date of this
AD: Do the rototest inspection within 1,000
flight cycles or 2,000 flight hours after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs
first.
(2) For airplanes that have equal to or more
than 36,200 total flight cycles or 72,400 total
flight hours, but less than 45,000 total flight
cycles or 90,000 total flight hours as of the
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effective date of this AD: Do the rototest
inspection within 2,000 flight cycles or 4,000
flight hours after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs first, but no later than
before the accumulation of 46,000 total flight
cycles or 92,000 total flight hours, whichever
occurs first.
(3) For airplanes that have less than 36,200
total flight cycles or 72,400 total flight hours
as of the effective date of this AD: Do the
rototest inspection before exceeding 38,200
total flight cycles or 76,400 total flight hours,
whichever occurs first.
(h) Corrective Action
If any crack is found during any inspection
required by this AD: Before further flight,
repair using a method approved by the
Manager, International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or
Airbus’s EASA Design Organization
Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA,
the approval must include the DOAauthorized signature.
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(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Branch, ANM–116, FAA, has the authority to
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN:
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
telephone 425–227–1405; fax 425–227–1149.
Information may be emailed to: 9–ANM–116–
AMOC–REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding
district office. The AMOC approval letter
must specifically reference this AD.
(2) 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, International Branch, ANM–
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved
by the DOA, the approval must include the
DOA-authorized signature.
(j) Related Information
Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2013–0310, dated
December 20, 2013, for related information.
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov/
#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-0455-0002.
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
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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) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–53–1257,
dated December 21, 2012.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus, Airworthiness
Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61
93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@
airbus.com; Internet https://www.airbus.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 August
13, 2015.
Suzanne Masterson,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2015–0900; Directorate
Identifier 2015–NE–12–AD; Amendment 39–
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Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca
S.A. Turboshaft Engines
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Turbomeca S.A. Arrius 2F turboshaft
engines with a certain part number oil
pump installed. This AD requires
inspection, and if necessary,
replacement before further flight of the
oil pump driver assembly and/or the oil
pump shaft, or the oil pump itself. This
AD was prompted by cases of
deterioration of the gas generator front
bearing due to a link loss between the
pump driver and the oil pump shaft. We
are issuing this AD to prevent link loss
between the pump driver and the oil
pump shaft, which could lead to an
SUMMARY:
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engine in-flight shutdown, forced
landing, and damage to the helicopter.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
October 2, 2015.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of October 2, 2015.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this AD, contact
Turbomeca S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France;
phone: 33 (0)5 59 74 40 00; telex: 570
042; fax: 33 (0)5 59 74 45 15. You may
view this service information at the
FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12
New England Executive Park,
Burlington, MA. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA,
call 781–238–7125. It is also available
on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
0900.
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–2015–
0900; 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 mandatory
continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI), the regulatory evaluation, any
comments received, and other
information. The address for the Docket
Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
Document 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:
Philip Haberlen, Aerospace Engineer,
Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine
& Propeller Directorate, 12 New England
Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803;
phone: 781–238–7770; fax: 781–238–
7199; email: philip.haberlen@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 the specified products. The
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on May 21, 2015 (80 FR 29224).
The NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
A risk of an in-flight shutdown (IFSD) has
been identified on an ARRIUS 2F engine, due
to deterioration of gas generator front bearing.
This could be the result of lack of lubrication,
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2014-0455; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-006-AD;
Amendment 39-18247; AD 2015-17-14]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. This AD was
prompted by reports that during a full scale fatigue test, several
broken frames in certain areas of the cargo compartment have been
found, especially on the cargo floor support fittings and open tack
holes on the left-hand side. This AD requires a rototest inspection of
the open tack holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor support fittings
of the fuselage, including doing all applicable related investigative
actions, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and
correct cracking in the open tack holes and rivet holes at the cargo
floor support fittings of the fuselage, which could affect the
structural integrity of the airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective October 2, 2015.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 2,
2015.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2014-0455; or in person at the
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.
For service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus,
Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707
Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44
51; email account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Internet https://www.airbus.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. It is also available on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
0455.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405;
fax 425-227-1149.
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 all Airbus Model A319,
A320, and A321 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal
Register on July 23, 2014 (79 FR 42716).
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2013-0310, dated December 20, 2013 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model
A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. The MCAI states:
During a full scale fatigue test, several broken frames in the
cargo compartment area between Frame (FR) 50 and FR 63, have been
found, especially on the cargo floor support fittings and open tack
holes on [the] left hand side.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could affect the
structural integrity of the aeroplane.
For the reason described above, this [EASA] AD requires
repetitive inspections of the frames in the cargo compartment area
and of the cargo floor support fittings and open tack holes on the
left hand (LH) side, and depending on findings, the accomplishment
of applicable corrective action(s). This [EASA] AD also requires a
modification, which constitutes terminating action for the
repetitive inspections required by this [EASA] AD.
The actions in this AD include a rototest inspection for cracking of
the open tack holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor support fittings
of the fuselage; modification of the fuselage, including doing all
applicable related investigative actions; and repair if necessary.
Related investigative actions include rotating probe inspections for
cracking of the holes. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the
Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-
0455-0002.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM (79
FR 42716, July 23, 2014) and the FAA's response to each comment.
Requests To Remove Service Information Not Applicable to the U.S. Fleet
Delta Air Lines (DAL), United Airlines (UAL), and US Airways
requested that certain service information be removed from the NPRM (79
FR 42716, July 23, 2014) as it is not applicable to the U.S. fleet.
DAL stated that Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1261, dated
December 21, 2012, which provides a terminating modification for the
repetitive inspections specified in the NPRM (79 FR 42716, July 23,
2014), is one of eight structural modification service bulletins
required to operate Model A320 airplanes beyond 48,000 flight cycles/
96,000 flight hours (referred to as extended service goal (ESG)). DAL
stated that Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1261, dated December 21,
2012, does not affect DAL or any other U.S. operator, since Airbus only
recognizes airplane effectivity for those operators that have
accomplished this service bulletin (which can only be purchased from
Airbus) through ESG embodiment.
UAL and US Airways stated that, in paragraph (h) of the proposed AD
(79 FR 42716, July 23, 2014), modification of the fuselage in
accordance with Airbus
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Service Bulletin A320-53-1261, dated December 21, 2012, must be
accomplished before exceeding 48,000 total flight cycles or 96,000
total flight hours, whichever occurs first. UAL and US Airways stated
that Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1261, dated December 21, 2012, is
not effective for all manufacturer serial numbers specified in the
service information and is only applicable to a select number of
operators. UAL commented that Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1261,
dated December 21, 2012, was originally related to the ESG modification
requirements and has not yet been revised to match the effective
manufacturer serial numbers in specified Airbus Service Bulletin A320-
53-1257, dated December 21, 2012.
We agree with these commenters' requests. Airbus Service Bulletin
A320-53-1261, dated December 21, 2012, does not apply to the U.S. fleet
because the terminating action is not applicable for all manufacturer
serial numbers. Therefore, we have deleted the modification requirement
that was specified in paragraph (h) of the proposed AD (79 FR 42716,
July 23, 2014), and have redesignated subsequent paragraphs
accordingly.
Request To Revise Certain Service Information
DAL also requested that the FAA ask Airbus to update the
Effectivity in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1261, dated December 21,
2012, along with the other structural modification service information
required for operation beyond 48,000 total flight cycles/96,000 total
flight hours.
We disagree with this request. As we stated previously, we have
deleted the modification requirement that was specified in paragraph
(h) of the proposed AD (79 FR 42716, July 23, 2014). In addition, we do
not agree with delaying this action for mitigating safety risks
addressed in this AD until after the release of the manufacturer's
additional planned service bulletin(s). We have not changed this AD in
this regard.
Request for Separate AD for the Structural Modification
DAL requested that a separate AD be issued that would specify all
required service information for the modification in paragraph (h) of
the proposed AD (79 FR 42716, July 23, 2014), which must be
accomplished prior to operation beyond 48,000 total flight cycles/
96,000 total flight hours for affected manufacturer serial numbers.
We disagree with issuing a separate AD action that would require
all modifications associated with operations exceeding 48,000 total
flight cycles/96,000 total flight hours (referred to as ESG). ESG is
not related to the unsafe condition in this AD. ESG is not a
requirement, but an option to operate with an extended operational
limit of 60,000 total flight cycles/120,000 total flight hours and is
contingent on accomplishment of specific modifications. This AD is
specific to mitigating the risks associated with the identified unsafe
condition, which were identified during full scale fatigue testing.
Choosing the option to operate airplanes exceeding 48,000 total flight
cycles/96,000 total flight hours lies with the operator and has no
bearing on the mitigation of the unsafe condition identified in this
AD. We have not changed this AD in this regard.
Requests To Identify Actions Required for Compliance
DAL and UAL requested a statement in the NPRM (79 FR 42716, July
23, 2014) to specify the actions that are required for compliance (RC)
in Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1257, dated December 21, 2012.
UAL stated that paragraph 3.C. of the Accomplishment Instructions
of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1257, dated December 21, 2012, meets
the technical intent of the inspection in the service information as
that paragraph specifies removal of the affected fasteners,
accomplishment of the rototest inspection, and re-installation of the
fasteners. UAL stated that the access and close-up actions may then be
specified by the operator as deemed necessary. UAL commented that
paragraph (g) of the proposed AD (79 FR 42716, July 23, 2014) could
specify that the inspection be performed in accordance with paragraph
3.C. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin
A320-53-1257, dated December 21, 2012.
DAL stated that the FAA issued Advisory Circular (AC) 20-176 in
December 2011 and AC 20-176A in June 2014 (https://rgl.faa.gov/
Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/
979ddd1479e1ec6f86257cfc0052d4e9/$FILE/AC%2020-176A.pdf); and Order
8110.117A, dated June 18, 2014 (https://rgl.faa.gov/
Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgOrders.nsf/0/
d715cdfc08ac0ddc86257cfc00528297/$FILE/110.117A.pdf), which provides
guidance for issuing service information related to ADs. DAL commented
that paragraph 2-10 of AC 20-176A states that ``steps that have a
direct effect on detecting, preventing, resolving, or eliminating the
unsafe condition in an AD should be identified in a SB with ``RC''
(Required for Compliance''). DAL stated that there are no ``RC''
identifiers in the work steps of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1257,
dated December 21, 2012.
DAL also requested that the FAA evaluate service bulletins for
adherence to the guidance provided in AC 20-176A, dated June 16, 2014
(https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/979ddd1479e1ec6f86257cfc0052d4e9/$FILE/
AC%2020-176A.pdf); and Order 8110.117A, dated June 18, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgOrders.nsf/0/
d715cdfc08ac0ddc86257cfc00528297/$FILE/110.117A.pdf), when proposing
new AD's.
We agree with the concept of minimizing AD requirements when
appropriate. The FAA released AC 20-176A, dated June 16, 2014 (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/0/
979ddd1479e1ec6f86257cfc0052d4e9/$FILE/AC%2020-176A.pdf); and Order
8110.117A, dated June 18, 2014 (https://rgl.faa.gov/
Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgOrders.nsf/0/
d715cdfc08ac0ddc86257cfc00528297/$FILE/110.117A.pdf), which include the
concept of RC. The FAA has begun implementing this concept in ADs when
we receive service information containing RC steps. While some design
approval holders have implemented the RC concept, the implementation is
voluntary. The FAA does not intend to develop or revise AD requirements
to incorporate the RC concept if it is not included in the service
information.
However for this AD, we reviewed Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-
1257, dated December 21, 2012, and determined that the procedures in
paragraph 3.C., ``Procedure,'' are necessary to address the identified
unsafe condition. All other steps in the Accomplishment Instructions
may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the
operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval
of an alternative method of compliance (AMOC), provided the procedures
in paragraph 3.C., ``Procedures,'' can be done and the airplane can be
put back in a serviceable condition. We have revised paragraph (g) of
this AD to refer to procedures in paragraph 3.C., ``Procedures,'' of
the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-
1257, dated December 21, 2012.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received,
and
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determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (79 FR 42716, July 23, 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 42716, July 23, 2014).
We also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1257, dated December
21, 2012. The service information describes procedures for a rototest
inspection of the open tack holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor
support fittings between frame (FR) 50 and FR 63 (left-hand side only)
for Model A320 and A321 series airplanes and FR 53 and FR 63 (left-hand
side only) for Model A319 series airplanes of the fuselage, including
other actions, and repair if necessary. This service information is
reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it
through their normal course of business or by the means identified in
the ADDRESSES section of this AD.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 847 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it would take about 471 work-hours per
product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average
labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts (for the modification)
would cost about $6,570 per product. Based on these figures, we
estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $39,474,435, or
$46,605 per product.
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
We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2014-0455; 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 Operations office (telephone 800-647-
5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2015-17-14 Airbus: Amendment 39-18247. Docket No. FAA-2014-0455;
Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-006-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective October 2, 2015.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -
115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -
231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211,
-212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes; certificated in any category;
all manufacturer serial numbers.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports that, during a full scale
fatigue test, several broken frames in certain areas of the cargo
compartment have been found, especially on the cargo floor support
fittings and open tack holes on the left-hand (LH) side. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking in the open tack
holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor support fittings of the
fuselage, which could affect the structural integrity of the
airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection
At the applicable compliance times specified in paragraphs
(g)(1) through (g)(3) of this AD: Do a rototest inspection for
cracking of the open tack holes and rivet holes at the cargo floor
support fittings of the fuselage between frame (FR) 50 and FR 63
left-hand (LH) side only for Model A320 series airplanes, and A321
series airplanes; and between FR 53 and FR 63 LH side only for Model
A319 series airplanes; in accordance with paragraph 3.C.,
``Procedures,'' of the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A320-53-1257, dated December 21, 2012. Repeat the
inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 5,000 flight cycles
or 10,000 flight hours, whichever occurs first.
(1) For airplanes that have equal to or more than 45,000 total
flight cycles or 90,000 total flight hours as of the effective date
of this AD: Do the rototest inspection within 1,000 flight cycles or
2,000 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever
occurs first.
(2) For airplanes that have equal to or more than 36,200 total
flight cycles or 72,400 total flight hours, but less than 45,000
total flight cycles or 90,000 total flight hours as of the
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effective date of this AD: Do the rototest inspection within 2,000
flight cycles or 4,000 flight hours after the effective date of this
AD, whichever occurs first, but no later than before the
accumulation of 46,000 total flight cycles or 92,000 total flight
hours, whichever occurs first.
(3) For airplanes that have less than 36,200 total flight cycles
or 72,400 total flight hours as of the effective date of this AD: Do
the rototest inspection before exceeding 38,200 total flight cycles
or 76,400 total flight hours, whichever occurs first.
(h) Corrective Action
If any crack is found during any inspection required by this AD:
Before further flight, repair using a method approved by the
Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane
Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or
Airbus's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the
DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, has the authority to approve
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR
39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly to the International
Branch, send it to ATTN: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405;
fax 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your
appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector,
the manager of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter must
specifically reference this AD.
(2) 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, International
Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or
Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include
the DOA-authorized signature.
(j) Related Information
Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI)
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2013-0310, dated December 20, 2013, for
related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
Internet at https://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-
0455-0002.
(k) 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) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-53-1257, dated December 21,
2012.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5
61 93 44 51; email account.airworth-eas@airbus.com; Internet https://www.airbus.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/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 13, 2015.
Suzanne Masterson,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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