Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes, 34867-34871 [2016-12443]

Download as PDF sradovich on DSK3TPTVN1PROD with RULES Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations (g) Retained One-Time Inspections/Related Investigative and Corrective Actions, With New Service Information and an Exception to Certain Service Information This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (f) of AD 2005–18–18, with new service information and an exception to certain service information. Within 60 months after October 14, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005–18–18), do the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD. Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009, states ‘‘SWPM 20–10–11, Table IX,’’ the correct phrase is ‘‘SWPM 20–10–11, ‘Minimum Clearance’ Table.’’ (1) Accomplish the detailed inspections for discrepancies of the wire bundles in the left and right engine-to-wing aft fairings, and applicable and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary, as applicable, by doing all the actions specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service bulletins listed in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD. As of the effective date of this AD, use only Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–28A0073 or 757–28A0074, both Revision 2, both dated June 4, 2009, as applicable. Accomplish any related investigative and corrective actions before further flight, in accordance with the applicable service bulletin. For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is: ‘‘An intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirror, magnifying lenses, etc., may be necessary. Surface cleaning and elaborate procedures may be required.’’ (i) For Boeing Model 757–200, –200CB, and –200PF series airplanes, use the service information identified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i)(A), (g)(1)(i)(B), and (g)(1)(i)(C) of this AD. (A) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, dated November 20, 2003; (B) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, Revision 1, dated February 24, 2005. (C) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (ii) For Boeing Model 757–300 series airplanes, use the service information identified in paragraphs (g)(1)(ii)(A), (g)(1)(ii)(B), and (g)(1)(ii)(C) of this AD. (A) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, dated November 20, 2003. (B) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, Revision 1, dated February 24, 2005. (C) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (2) Install back-to-back p-clamps between the wire and hydraulic supply tube at the aft end of the right-hand strut only; and re-route the wire bundles, if necessary; by doing all the applicable actions specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(iv) of this AD. As of the effective date of this AD, use only the service information identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(ii) and (g)(2)(iv) of this AD, as applicable. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:11 May 31, 2016 Jkt 238001 (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, Revision 1, dated February 24, 2005. (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (iii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, Revision 1, dated February 24, 2005. (iv) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (h) New Spiral Cable Wrap Installation Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, install spiral cable wrap on FSV wires at the aft end of the strut, for both left and right engines, and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–28A0073 (for Model 757–200, –200CB, and –200PF series airplanes) or 757–28A0074 (for Model 757–300 series airplanes), both Revision 2, both dated June 4, 2009. Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757–28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009, states ‘‘SWPM 20–10–11, Table IX,’’ the correct phrase is ‘‘SWPM 20–10–11, ‘Minimum Clearance’ Table.’’ Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. (i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Los Angeles 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 (j) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-LAACO-AMOCRequests@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/ certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) AMOCs approved for AD 2005–18–18 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraph (g) of this AD. 34867 (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 the AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on July 6, 2016. (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, Revision 2, dated June 4, 2009. (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on October 14, 2005 (70 FR 53554, September 9, 2005). (i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, dated November 20, 2003. (ii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0073, Revision 1, dated February 24, 2005. (iii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, dated November 20, 2003. (iv) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 757– 28A0074, Revision 1, dated February 24, 2005. (5) 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. (6) 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. (7) 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 May 17, 2016. Dionne Palermo, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016–12331 Filed 5–31–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2015–1273; Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–194–AD; Amendment 39–18530; AD 2016–11–03] (j) Related Information RIN 2120–AA64 For more information about this AD, contact William Bond, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–140L, FAA, Los Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627– 5253; fax: 562–627–5210; email: william.bond@faa.gov. Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: E:\FR\FM\01JNR1.SGM 01JNR1 34868 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. This AD requires changing the main fuel tank water scavenge system, center fuel tank fuel scavenge system, and certain electrical panels; doing related investigative actions; doing corrective actions if necessary; and, for certain airplanes, changing the fuel scavenge system to give redundant control of the center override/jettison fuel pumps and main jettison fuel pumps. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. DATES: This AD is effective July 6, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 6, 2016. ADDRESSES: For Boeing service information identified in this final rule, 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. For GE Aviation service information identified in this final rule, contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; telephone 513–552–3272; email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet https://www.geaviation.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– 1273. SUMMARY: sradovich on DSK3TPTVN1PROD with RULES 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– 1273; 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 VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:11 May 31, 2016 Jkt 238001 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057– 3356; phone: 425–917–6438; fax: 425– 917–6590; email: suzanne.lucier@ 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 The Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 14, 2015 (80 FR 27601) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. The NPRM proposed to require changing the main fuel tank water scavenge system, center fuel tank fuel scavenge system, and certain electrical panels; related investigative actions; and doing corrective actions if necessary; and, for certain airplanes, changing the fuel scavenge system to give redundant control of the center override/jettison fuel pumps and main jettison fuel pumps. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA’s response to each comment. Request To Withdraw the NPRM Lufthansa Cargo AG stated that the unsafe condition addressed in the NPRM is not a safety concern and that mandating Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, dated September 4, 2014, is not justified. Lufthansa Cargo AG stated that the main fuel tanks must be fully loaded with fuel when a mission flight requires fuel in the center tank. Lufthansa Cargo AG explained that if the fuel scavenge system fails to scavenge the remaining fuel in the center tank, the fuel in the main tanks is still available, and therefore there is no safety concern. We infer that the commenter requests we withdraw the NPRM. We do not agree with the commenter’s request. The failure of fuel scavenging means that up to 2,700 pounds of fuel that is required by mission planning would not be PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 available if needed. The actions required by this AD are necessary in order to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Requests To Remove Modification Requirement Boeing, Aerologic GmbH, and British Airways (BAC) requested that we remove the modification required by paragraph (g) of the proposed AD, but instead mandate installation of airplane information management system (AIMS) 2 software V14 or later to address the unsafe condition. Aerologic GmbH and BAC stated that the unsafe condition can be mitigated by incorporation of AIMS 2 software Vl4 or later, which provides an engine indicating and crew alerting system (EICAS) advisory message to alert the flightcrew of the status of the scavenge system and the possibility of unusable trapped fuel. Boeing stated that the trapped fuel quantity is well below reserve fuel requirements and that the flightcrew can take appropriate actions to avoid a fuel exhaustion condition. We do not agree with the commenters’ request. We worked with Boeing extensively on this issue in order to define a reliable automated solution, appropriate to address the severity of this safety issue. While Boeing may disagree, we have determined that relying solely on AIMS 2 software V14 or later is not sufficient to address the identified unsafe condition under all flight conditions. The approach in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, yields a higher confidence of fully mitigating the safety issue since a robust automated software solution (i.e., installing electrical load management system 2 (ELMS 2) software) removes the potential for human error to undermine the safety mitigation. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Delay AD Issuance Boeing requested that we delay issuance of the final rule until the modified scavenge system is certified on Model 777 airplanes equipped with an auxiliary fuel tank. Boeing stated that this will allow this final rule to require the accomplishment of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0078 on all applicable airplanes and avoid the need for multiple ADs on the same subject. We infer the commenter is requesting that we delay issuance of the final rule until a revision of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0078 is available for E:\FR\FM\01JNR1.SGM 01JNR1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations reference in the final rule. We do not agree with the commenter’s request. We do not have a definitive date when the modified scavenge system will be certified on Model 777 airplanes equipped with an auxiliary fuel tank and the related service bulletin revision will be available. To delay this action would be inappropriate, since we have determined that an unsafe condition exists. We have also determined that it is not warranted to delay this final rule in order to avoid issuance of multiple ADs on the same subject. We have not changed this AD in this regard. sradovich on DSK3TPTVN1PROD with RULES Requests To Incorporate New Service Information and Provide Credit Boeing, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Delta Airlines (DAL), Emirates Airline, FedEx Express, and United Airlines (UAL) requested that we revise the NPRM to incorporate Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28– 0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. Boeing requested that we provide credit for prior actions done using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777– 28–0078, dated September 4, 2014. We agree with the commenters’ requests. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, provides revised instructions and top-kits to accomplish the modification. No new work is required by this revision. We have revised paragraphs (c), (g), (h)(1), (h)(2), and (i) of this AD to refer to Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. We have added new paragraph (j)(2) of this AD to provide credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this final rule using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28– 0078, dated September 4, 2014. We have redesignated paragraph (j) of the proposed AD as paragraph (j)(1) in this AD. Request To Revise Compliance Time Boeing requested that we remove the wording ‘‘prior to’’ in paragraph (h)(2) of the proposed AD, which would require actions to be done concurrently with the actions specified in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. We agree with the commenter’s request. Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, specifies concurrent, not prior, accomplishment of the service information specified in paragraph (h) of this AD. We have revised paragraph (h) of this AD accordingly, which does not expand the requirements of this AD. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:11 May 31, 2016 Jkt 238001 Requests To Incorporate Boeing Information Notice (IN) for New Service Bulletin, for Part Substitution, and for Error Resolution ANA, DAL, Emirates Airline, FedEx, and UAL requested that we include in the NPRM the information specified in Boeing IN 777–28–0078 IN 02. FedEx also requested that we include in the NPRM the information specified in Boeing IN 777–28–0078 IN 03. ANA and Emirates Airline requested that a new Boeing Service Bulletin (Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0078) be mandated if possible. The commenters stated that Boeing IN 777–28–0078 IN 02 clarifies the instructions in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, and also indicates that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078 will be revised to incorporate those clarifications. ANA requested that a cable assembly with a different lock wire length (part number BACC13AT3K()) be allowed for use in place of part number BACCI3AT3Kl2 for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of the proposed AD. ANA also identified an error in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777– 28–0078, dated September 4, 2014, regarding the position of the connector D11007P. We do not agree with the commenters’ requests. We have determined that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, is adequate to correct the identified unsafe condition, and the errors will not affect compliance with this AD. The information notices (IN) are issued to provide clarity and are not required to accomplish the required actions. We are working with Boeing to include the IN information and part number substitution and other corrections in Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0078. Under the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD, once Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0078 is issued, we will consider requests to approve it as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) with this AD. In addition, AMOCs for part number substitutions can also be requested through the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD. We have not changed this AD in this regard. Request To Address an Integer Overflow Error An anonymous commenter stated that Model 777 airplanes have an integer overflow error when being operated over a certain number of days. The commenter stated that we should PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 34869 require the computer to be reset before any of the overflow errors happen during flight. We do not agree with the commenter’s request. This issue does not appear related to the identified unsafe condition that is the subject of this final rule. However, we will investigate this situation to make sure that the issue stated by the commenter does not exist or is addressed in a proper manner. We have not changed this final rule in this regard. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and 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 for correcting the unsafe condition; and • Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. 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 Boeing has issued the following service information. • Boeing Service Bulletin 777– 28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010. This service information describes procedures for installing new P301 and P302 panels, changing the wiring, and performing bonding resistance measurements. • Boeing Service Bulletin 777– 28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. This service information describes procedures for installing new P301 and P302 panels, changing the wiring, and performing bonding resistance measurements. • Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. This service information describes procedures for doing mechanical changes to the main fuel tank water scavenge system and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system; doing wiring changes between the P105, P110 and P301 panels, and between the P200, P205, P210 and P302 panels; doing wiring changes in the P105 panel; installing new electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software; and doing functional testing. GE Aviation has issued the following service information. • GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM–28–075, Revision 1, dated E:\FR\FM\01JNR1.SGM 01JNR1 34870 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for doing wiring changes in the P110 panel. • GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM–28–076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for doing wiring changes in the P210 panel. 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. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 55 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS Action Labor cost Fuel system modification ................................ P110 and P210 panel modification ................. 200 work-hours × $85 per hour = $17,000 .... 2 work-hours × $85 per hour =$170 .............. We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. sradovich on DSK3TPTVN1PROD with RULES Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866, VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:11 May 31, 2016 Jkt 238001 Parts cost (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. $68,535 0 Cost per product $85,535 170 Cost on U.S. operators $4,704,425 9,350 (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (c) Applicability This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 777–200, –200LR, –300, –300ER, and –777F series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. (g) Fuel Scavenge System Changes, Wiring Changes, and Software Changes For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for Group 10 airplanes on which the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28– 0060; or Work Package 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0062, have not been accomplished: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, do the applicable actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(6) of this AD; and do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. Do all applicable related investigative and corrective actions before further flight. (1) Do applicable mechanical changes to the main fuel tank water scavenge system and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system. (2) Install relays and related equipment on the P301 and P302 panels in the main equipment center. (3) Do applicable wiring changes between the P105, P110, and P301 panels, and between the P200, P205, P210, and P302 panels. (4) Do wiring changes in the P105 panel. (5) Install new electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software. (6) Do a functional test consisting of operational tests, a leak test, system tests, and a fuel scavenge system functional test. If any of the tests fail, before further flight accomplish corrective actions and repeat the test and applicable corrective actions until the test is passed. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel. (h) Concurrent Actions (1) For Groups 13 through 16 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention 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): ■ 2016–11–03 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39–18530; Docket No. FAA–2015–1273; Directorate Identifier 2014–NM–194–AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective July 6, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\01JNR1.SGM 01JNR1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 105 / Wednesday, June 1, 2016 / Rules and Regulations Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, concurrently with accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, install a new P301 panel on the left side of the airplane, install a new P302 panel on the right side of the airplane, and change the wiring; or perform bonding resistance measurements and rework the airplane installations; as applicable; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777– 28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010; or Boeing Service Bulletin 777– 28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. (2) For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28– 0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for Group 10 airplanes on which the actions described in Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0060; or Work Package 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28–0062, have not been accomplished: Concurrently with accomplishing the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, do wiring changes in the P110 and P210 panels, in accordance with the applicable Accomplishment Instructions of GE Aviation Service bulletin 5000ELM–28– 075, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; and GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM–28– 076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (i) Parts Installation Prohibition For Group 10 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, after completion of the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no person may install an auxiliary fuel tank on any Group 10 airplane. sradovich on DSK3TPTVN1PROD with RULES (j) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before May 26, 2011 (the effective date of AD 2011– 09–05, Amendment 39–16667 (77 FR 22305, April 21, 2011)), using a service bulletin identified in paragraph (j)(1)(i) or (j)(1)(ii) of this AD, which are not incorporated by reference in this AD. (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, Revision 3, dated June 11, 2009. (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, Revision 4, dated May 20, 2010. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, dated September 4, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. Information may VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:11 May 31, 2016 Jkt 238001 be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOCRequests@faa.gov. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/ certificate holding district office. (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. (4) For service information that contains steps that are labeled as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs (k)(4)(i) and (k)(4)(ii) of this AD apply. (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply with the AD. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and identified figures. (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the operator’s maintenance or inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. (l) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM–140S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6438; fax: 425– 917–6590; email: suzanne.lucier@faa.gov. (2) Boeing service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(5) of this AD. (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) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010. (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777–28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 2013. (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777–28–0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. (iv) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM–28–075, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (v) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM– 28–076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014. (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 34871 2H–65, Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766– 5680; Internet https:// www.myboeingfleet.com. (4) For GE Aviation service information identified in this AD, contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; telephone 513–552–3272; email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet https:// www.geaviation.com. (5) 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. (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 18, 2016. Dionne Palermo, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016–12443 Filed 5–31–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2015–5812; Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–077–AD; Amendment 39–18531; AD 2016–11–04] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011–23– 05 for all The Boeing Company Model 737–300, –400, and –500 series airplanes. AD 2011–23–05 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the 1.04-inch nominal diameter wire penetration hole, and applicable related investigative and corrective actions. This new AD adds new inspection areas, a modification that terminates certain inspections, post-modification inspections, and repair if necessary. This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) that indicates the fuselage frames and frame reinforcements are subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD). We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the fuselage frames and frame reinforcements that could SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\01JNR1.SGM 01JNR1

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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 105 (Wednesday, June 1, 2016)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2015-1273; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-194-AD; 
Amendment 39-18530; AD 2016-11-03]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain 
The Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports 
of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. This AD requires 
changing the main fuel tank water scavenge system, center fuel tank 
fuel scavenge system, and certain electrical panels; doing related 
investigative actions; doing corrective actions if necessary; and, for 
certain airplanes, changing the fuel scavenge system to give redundant 
control of the center override/jettison fuel pumps and main jettison 
fuel pumps. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel exhaustion and 
subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to 
scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank.

DATES: This AD is effective July 6, 2016.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 6, 2016.

ADDRESSES: For Boeing service information identified in this final 
rule, 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.
    For GE Aviation service information identified in this final rule, 
contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215; 
telephone 513-552-3272; email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; Internet 
https://www.geaviation.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-
1273.

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-
1273; 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: Sue Lucier, Aerospace Engineer, 
Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office 
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-
6438; fax: 425-917-6590; email: suzanne.lucier@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 The Boeing Company 
Model 777 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 
14, 2015 (80 FR 27601) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports 
of unreliable performance of the fuel scavenge system. The NPRM 
proposed to require changing the main fuel tank water scavenge system, 
center fuel tank fuel scavenge system, and certain electrical panels; 
related investigative actions; and doing corrective actions if 
necessary; and, for certain airplanes, changing the fuel scavenge 
system to give redundant control of the center override/jettison fuel 
pumps and main jettison fuel pumps. We are issuing this AD to prevent 
fuel exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of 
capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and 
the FAA's response to each comment.

Request To Withdraw the NPRM

    Lufthansa Cargo AG stated that the unsafe condition addressed in 
the NPRM is not a safety concern and that mandating Boeing Special 
Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014, is not 
justified. Lufthansa Cargo AG stated that the main fuel tanks must be 
fully loaded with fuel when a mission flight requires fuel in the 
center tank. Lufthansa Cargo AG explained that if the fuel scavenge 
system fails to scavenge the remaining fuel in the center tank, the 
fuel in the main tanks is still available, and therefore there is no 
safety concern.
    We infer that the commenter requests we withdraw the NPRM. We do 
not agree with the commenter's request. The failure of fuel scavenging 
means that up to 2,700 pounds of fuel that is required by mission 
planning would not be available if needed. The actions required by this 
AD are necessary in order to prevent fuel exhaustion and subsequent 
power loss of all engines due to loss of capability to scavenge fuel in 
the center fuel tank. We have not changed this AD in this regard.

Requests To Remove Modification Requirement

    Boeing, Aerologic GmbH, and British Airways (BAC) requested that we 
remove the modification required by paragraph (g) of the proposed AD, 
but instead mandate installation of airplane information management 
system (AIMS) 2 software V14 or later to address the unsafe condition. 
Aerologic GmbH and BAC stated that the unsafe condition can be 
mitigated by incorporation of AIMS 2 software Vl4 or later, which 
provides an engine indicating and crew alerting system (EICAS) advisory 
message to alert the flightcrew of the status of the scavenge system 
and the possibility of unusable trapped fuel. Boeing stated that the 
trapped fuel quantity is well below reserve fuel requirements and that 
the flightcrew can take appropriate actions to avoid a fuel exhaustion 
condition.
    We do not agree with the commenters' request. We worked with Boeing 
extensively on this issue in order to define a reliable automated 
solution, appropriate to address the severity of this safety issue. 
While Boeing may disagree, we have determined that relying solely on 
AIMS 2 software V14 or later is not sufficient to address the 
identified unsafe condition under all flight conditions. The approach 
in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, 
dated April 27, 2015, yields a higher confidence of fully mitigating 
the safety issue since a robust automated software solution (i.e., 
installing electrical load management system 2 (ELMS 2) software) 
removes the potential for human error to undermine the safety 
mitigation. We have not changed this AD in this regard.

Request To Delay AD Issuance

    Boeing requested that we delay issuance of the final rule until the 
modified scavenge system is certified on Model 777 airplanes equipped 
with an auxiliary fuel tank. Boeing stated that this will allow this 
final rule to require the accomplishment of Boeing Service Bulletin 
777-28-0078 on all applicable airplanes and avoid the need for multiple 
ADs on the same subject.
    We infer the commenter is requesting that we delay issuance of the 
final rule until a revision of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078 is 
available for

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reference in the final rule. We do not agree with the commenter's 
request. We do not have a definitive date when the modified scavenge 
system will be certified on Model 777 airplanes equipped with an 
auxiliary fuel tank and the related service bulletin revision will be 
available. To delay this action would be inappropriate, since we have 
determined that an unsafe condition exists. We have also determined 
that it is not warranted to delay this final rule in order to avoid 
issuance of multiple ADs on the same subject. We have not changed this 
AD in this regard.

Requests To Incorporate New Service Information and Provide Credit

    Boeing, All Nippon Airways (ANA), Delta Airlines (DAL), Emirates 
Airline, FedEx Express, and United Airlines (UAL) requested that we 
revise the NPRM to incorporate Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. Boeing 
requested that we provide credit for prior actions done using Boeing 
Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 
2014.
    We agree with the commenters' requests. Boeing Special Attention 
Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, 
provides revised instructions and top-kits to accomplish the 
modification. No new work is required by this revision. We have revised 
paragraphs (c), (g), (h)(1), (h)(2), and (i) of this AD to refer to 
Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, 
dated April 27, 2015. We have added new paragraph (j)(2) of this AD to 
provide credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if 
those actions were performed before the effective date of this final 
rule using Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated 
September 4, 2014. We have redesignated paragraph (j) of the proposed 
AD as paragraph (j)(1) in this AD.

Request To Revise Compliance Time

    Boeing requested that we remove the wording ``prior to'' in 
paragraph (h)(2) of the proposed AD, which would require actions to be 
done concurrently with the actions specified in paragraph (g) of the 
proposed AD.
    We agree with the commenter's request. Boeing Special Attention 
Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, 
specifies concurrent, not prior, accomplishment of the service 
information specified in paragraph (h) of this AD. We have revised 
paragraph (h) of this AD accordingly, which does not expand the 
requirements of this AD.

Requests To Incorporate Boeing Information Notice (IN) for New Service 
Bulletin, for Part Substitution, and for Error Resolution

    ANA, DAL, Emirates Airline, FedEx, and UAL requested that we 
include in the NPRM the information specified in Boeing IN 777-28-0078 
IN 02. FedEx also requested that we include in the NPRM the information 
specified in Boeing IN 777-28-0078 IN 03. ANA and Emirates Airline 
requested that a new Boeing Service Bulletin (Revision 2 of Boeing 
Service Bulletin 777-28-0078) be mandated if possible.
    The commenters stated that Boeing IN 777-28-0078 IN 02 clarifies 
the instructions in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-
0078, and also indicates that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 
777-28-0078 will be revised to incorporate those clarifications.
    ANA requested that a cable assembly with a different lock wire 
length (part number BACC13AT3K()) be allowed for use in place of part 
number BACCI3AT3Kl2 for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of the 
proposed AD. ANA also identified an error in Boeing Special Attention 
Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014, regarding the 
position of the connector D11007P.
    We do not agree with the commenters' requests. We have determined 
that Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, 
dated April 27, 2015, is adequate to correct the identified unsafe 
condition, and the errors will not affect compliance with this AD. The 
information notices (IN) are issued to provide clarity and are not 
required to accomplish the required actions. We are working with Boeing 
to include the IN information and part number substitution and other 
corrections in Revision 2 of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0078. Under 
the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD, once Revision 2 of Boeing 
Service Bulletin 777-28-0078 is issued, we will consider requests to 
approve it as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) with this AD. 
In addition, AMOCs for part number substitutions can also be requested 
through the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD. We have not changed 
this AD in this regard.

Request To Address an Integer Overflow Error

    An anonymous commenter stated that Model 777 airplanes have an 
integer overflow error when being operated over a certain number of 
days. The commenter stated that we should require the computer to be 
reset before any of the overflow errors happen during flight.
    We do not agree with the commenter's request. This issue does not 
appear related to the identified unsafe condition that is the subject 
of this final rule. However, we will investigate this situation to make 
sure that the issue stated by the commenter does not exist or is 
addressed in a proper manner. We have not changed this final rule in 
this regard.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, 
and 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:
     [Agr]re consistent with the intent that was proposed in 
the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the NPRM.
    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

    Boeing has issued the following service information.
     Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 5, dated 
September 20, 2010. This service information describes procedures for 
installing new P301 and P302 panels, changing the wiring, and 
performing bonding resistance measurements.
     Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 6, dated 
July 11, 2013. This service information describes procedures for 
installing new P301 and P302 panels, changing the wiring, and 
performing bonding resistance measurements.
     Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, 
Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. This service information describes 
procedures for doing mechanical changes to the main fuel tank water 
scavenge system and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system; doing wiring 
changes between the P105, P110 and P301 panels, and between the P200, 
P205, P210 and P302 panels; doing wiring changes in the P105 panel; 
installing new electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) software; 
and doing functional testing.
    GE Aviation has issued the following service information.
     GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, Revision 1, 
dated

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August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for doing 
wiring changes in the P110 panel.
     GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, 
dated August 5, 2014. This service information describes procedures for 
doing wiring changes in the P210 panel.
    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.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 55 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                     Cost per      Cost on U.S.
                Action                         Labor cost           Parts cost        product        operators
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Fuel system modification..............  200 work-hours x $85 per         $68,535         $85,535      $4,704,425
                                         hour = $17,000.
P110 and P210 panel modification......  2 work-hours x $85 per                 0             170           9,350
                                         hour =$170.
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    We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide 
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD.
    According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be 
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected 
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected 
individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost 
estimate.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, 
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or 
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various 
levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive 
Order 12866,
    (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
    (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by 
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

2016-11-03 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18530; Docket No. FAA-
2015-1273; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-194-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective July 6, 2016.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -
300, -300ER, and -777F series airplanes, certificated in any 
category, as identified in Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 
777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015.

(d) Subject

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

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by reports of unreliable performance of the 
fuel scavenge system. We are issuing this AD to prevent fuel 
exhaustion and subsequent power loss of all engines due to loss of 
capability to scavenge fuel in the center fuel tank.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Fuel Scavenge System Changes, Wiring Changes, and Software Changes

    For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for 
Group 10 airplanes on which the actions specified in Boeing Service 
Bulletin 777-28-0060; or Work Package 2 of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0062, have not been 
accomplished: Within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, 
do the applicable actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through 
(g)(6) of this AD; and do all applicable related investigative and 
corrective actions; in accordance with the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-
0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015. Do all applicable related 
investigative and corrective actions before further flight.
    (1) Do applicable mechanical changes to the main fuel tank water 
scavenge system and center fuel tank fuel scavenge system.
    (2) Install relays and related equipment on the P301 and P302 
panels in the main equipment center.
    (3) Do applicable wiring changes between the P105, P110, and 
P301 panels, and between the P200, P205, P210, and P302 panels.
    (4) Do wiring changes in the P105 panel.
    (5) Install new electrical load management system 2 (ELMS2) 
software.
    (6) Do a functional test consisting of operational tests, a leak 
test, system tests, and a fuel scavenge system functional test. If 
any of the tests fail, before further flight accomplish corrective 
actions and repeat the test and applicable corrective actions until 
the test is passed.

(h) Concurrent Actions

    (1) For Groups 13 through 16 airplanes, as identified in Boeing 
Special Attention

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Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, 
concurrently with accomplishing the actions required by paragraph 
(g) of this AD, install a new P301 panel on the left side of the 
airplane, install a new P302 panel on the right side of the 
airplane, and change the wiring; or perform bonding resistance 
measurements and rework the airplane installations; as applicable; 
in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service 
Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 5, dated September 20, 2010; or 
Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 11, 
2013.
    (2) For airplanes identified in Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015, except for 
Group 10 airplanes on which the actions described in Boeing Service 
Bulletin 777-28-0060; or Work Package 2 of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28-0062, have not been 
accomplished: Concurrently with accomplishing the requirements of 
paragraph (g) of this AD, do wiring changes in the P110 and P210 
panels, in accordance with the applicable Accomplishment 
Instructions of GE Aviation Service bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, 
Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014; and GE Aviation Service Bulletin 
6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, dated August 5, 2014.

(i) Parts Installation Prohibition

    For Group 10 airplanes, as identified in Boeing Special 
Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, Revision 1, dated April 27, 
2015, after completion of the actions required by paragraph (g) of 
this AD, no person may install an auxiliary fuel tank on any Group 
10 airplane.

(j) Credit for Previous Actions

    (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by 
paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before 
May 26, 2011 (the effective date of AD 2011-09-05, Amendment 39-
16667 (77 FR 22305, April 21, 2011)), using a service bulletin 
identified in paragraph (j)(1)(i) or (j)(1)(ii) of this AD, which 
are not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (i) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 3, dated June 
11, 2009.
    (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 4, dated May 
20, 2010.
    (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by 
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the 
effective date of this AD using Boeing Special Attention Service 
Bulletin 777-28-0078, dated September 4, 2014, which is not 
incorporated by reference in this AD.

(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested 
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 
CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local 
Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending 
information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the 
attention of the person identified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. 
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
    (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate 
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding 
district office.
    (3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be 
used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD 
if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization 
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the 
Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the 
repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must 
meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must 
specifically refer to this AD.
    (4) For service information that contains steps that are labeled 
as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs 
(k)(4)(i) and (k)(4)(ii) of this AD apply.
    (i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step 
and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply 
with the AD. An AMOC is required for any deviations to RC steps, 
including substeps and identified figures.
    (ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted 
methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection 
program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC 
steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done 
as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy 
condition.

(l) Related Information

    (1) For more information about this AD, contact Sue Lucier, 
Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Branch, ANM-140S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6438; 
fax: 425-917-6590; email: suzanne.lucier@faa.gov.
    (2) Boeing service information identified in this AD that is not 
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in 
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(5) of this AD.

(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) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 5, dated 
September 20, 2010.
    (ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 777-28A0047, Revision 6, dated July 
11, 2013.
    (iii) Boeing Special Attention Service Bulletin 777-28-0078, 
Revision 1, dated April 27, 2015.
    (iv) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 5000ELM-28-075, Revision 1, 
dated August 5, 2014.
    (v) GE Aviation Service Bulletin 6000ELM-28-076, Revision 1, 
dated August 5, 2014.
    (3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD, 
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services 
Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H-65, Seattle, WA 98124-2207; 
telephone 206-544-5000, extension 1; fax 206-766-5680; Internet 
https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
    (4) For GE Aviation service information identified in this AD, 
contact GE Aviation Fleet Support, 1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 
45215; telephone 513-552-3272; email: aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com; 
Internet https://www.geaviation.com.
    (5) 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.
    (6) You may view this service information that is incorporated 
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration 
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at 
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 18, 2016.
Dionne Palermo,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2016-12443 Filed 5-31-16; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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