Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes, 44983-44987 [2016-15929]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 133 / Tuesday, July 12, 2016 / Rules and Regulations 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 New York ACO, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (k) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF–2016–02, dated January 20, 2016, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–5590. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (l)(3) and (l)(4) of this AD. mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with RULES (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 601R–22– 018, Revision A, dated November 3, 2015. (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA– 22–009, dated August 17, 2015. (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. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:56 Jul 11, 2016 Jkt 238001 Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 28, 2016. John P. Piccola, Jr., Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016–16321 Filed 7–11–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2016–3983; Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–009–AD; Amendment 39–18582; AD 2016–14–01] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330–200 and A330– 300 series airplanes; Model A340–200 and A340–300 series airplanes; Model A340–500 series airplanes; and Model A340–600 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that, during an operational test of a ram air turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. This AD requires identification of the manufacturer, part number, and serial number of the RAT, and re-identification and modification of the RAT if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent non-deployment of the RAT, which, if preceded by a total engine flame-out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation, could result in reduced control of the airplane. SUMMARY: This AD is effective August 16, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 16, 2016. ADDRESSES: For Airbus service information identified in this final rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330– A340@airbus.com; Internet https:// www.airbus.com. For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in this final rule, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail Stop 302–9, 4747 DATES: PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 44983 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125–7002; telephone 860–654–3575; fax 860–998–4564; email tech.solutions@hs.utc.com; Internet https://www.hamiltonsundstrand.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–2016– 3983. 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–2016– 3983; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1138; 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 certain Airbus Model A330– 200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330–200 and A330–300 series airplanes; Model A340–200 and A340– 300 series airplanes; Model A340–500 series airplanes; and Model A340–600 series airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on March 1, 2016 (81 FR 10545) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015–0008, dated January 15, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330–200, and A330– E:\FR\FM\12JYR1.SGM 12JYR1 44984 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 133 / Tuesday, July 12, 2016 / Rules and Regulations 300 series airplanes; Model A340–200, and A340–300 series airplanes; Model A340–500 series airplanes; and Model A340–600 series airplanes. The MCAI states: During a scheduled Ram Air Turbine (RAT) operational test on an A330 aeroplane, the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. The subsequent investigation conducted by the RAT manufacturer Hamilton Sundstrand (HS) and Arkwin Industries, revealed that this failure to deploy was due to an inadequate stroke margin in the manufacturing shimming procedure of the actuator deployment solenoids. This condition, if not corrected, could possibly result in reduced control of the aeroplane, particularly if occurring following a total engine flame out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation. Prompted by this unsafe condition, Airbus issued Service Bulletin (SB) A330–29–3126, SB A340–29–4097 and SB A340–29–5025, providing instructions to identify the manufacturer, part number (P/N) and serial number (s/n) of the RAT actuator, and to modify the shimming procedure for the affected RAT actuator. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires identification of the affected RAT actuators and, depending on its configuration (modified or not), the accomplishment of applicable corrective actions [modifying the RAT actuator. Additional actions include re-identifying the RAT actuator part number and RAT part number, as applicable]. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– 3983. mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with RULES 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 Change Requirement From Modify To Replace Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that the requirement to modify the RAT actuator in paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD be changed from ‘‘modify the RAT actuator’’ to ‘‘replace the RAT actuator.’’ DAL stated that operators cannot ensure that the removed RAT actuator would be modified by the RAT manufacturer by the compliance time specified in the proposed AD. We agree to provide clarification regarding the requirement to modify the RAT actuator, but we do not agree with the commenter’s request to change ‘‘modify’’ to ‘‘replace.’’ The modification procedures described in the Accomplishment Instructions of the Airbus service information specified in VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:56 Jul 11, 2016 Jkt 238001 paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD include more than just a modification. The modification procedures in the Airbus service information state to (1) remove the actuator from the RAT, (2) send the removed actuator to Hamilton Sundstrand, and (3) install the modified actuator on the RAT and re-identify the part number. We also agree that operators do not have control over how long it would take Hamilton Sundstrand to modify the actuator, or if the modification could be completed prior to the applicable compliance times in this AD. Therefore, we have revised paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD by removing the word ‘‘modify’’ and replacing it with ‘‘remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and reidentify the RAT . . . .’’ Request To Include Review of Maintenance Records DAL requested that paragraph (g) of the proposed AD be revised to include a statement that a review of airplane maintenance records is acceptable to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of the installed RAT actuators if the supplier, part number, and serial number can be conclusively determined from that review. DAL stated that it has already modified airplanes in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, dated June 12, 2014, and it tracks the on-wing identification of these RAT components. DAL indicated that allowing operators to review airplane maintenance records to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of the installed RAT actuators would prevent unnecessary work. We do not agree with the commenter’s request. One of the actions included in the requirement to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of an installed RAT actuator is looking at the actuator’s identification plate. An inspection of the RAT actuator is necessary to determine if the identification plate is present. Paragraphs (g)(3) and (h)(3) of this AD require certain actions if the identification plate of a RAT actuator is missing. We have not changed this AD regarding this issue. Request To Refer To Revised Service Information DAL requested that the references to Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, be changed to ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015. DAL noted that the revised service PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 information updates the identification procedures for the RAT actuators, among other changes. We agree with the commenter that all references to Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, should be changed to ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, in this final rule. We have made this change in the ‘‘Related Service Information under 1 CFR part 51’’ section in the preamble and paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (j) of this AD. We have also included a new paragraph (k) in this AD to provide credit for actions done prior to the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M– 29–21, dated May 27, 2014. The subsequent paragraphs have been redesignated accordingly. Request To Change References to a Certain Related AD DAL noted that the ‘‘Related ADs’’ section of the NPRM preamble, and paragraphs (b) and (i) of the proposed AD, referred to AD 2015–26–02, Amendment 39–18350 (80 FR 81174, December 29, 2015) (‘‘AD 2015–26– 02’’), which was superseded by AD 2016–04–01, Amendment 39–18395 (81 FR 8134, February 18, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016– 04–01’’). DAL suggested that the references to AD 2015–26–02 be removed and replaced with references to AD 2016–04–01. We agree with the commenter’s suggestion. The ‘‘Related ADs’’ section of the NPRM is not restated in this final rule, but we have revised paragraphs (b) and (i) of this AD to refer to AD 2016– 04–01. 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 Airbus has issued the following service information, which describes procedures for identifying the supplier, part number, and serial number of the E:\FR\FM\12JYR1.SGM 12JYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 133 / Tuesday, July 12, 2016 / Rules and Regulations installed RAT actuator; modifying the RAT; and re-identifying the RAT actuator and RAT. • Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, dated June 12, 2014. • Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, dated June 12, 2014. • Service Bulletin A340–29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. Hamilton Sundstrand has issued Service Bulletins ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015; and ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014. This service information describes procedures for identifying the affected RAT actuator and RAT part numbers and serial numbers, modifying affected actuators, and re-identifying affected RAT actuators and RATs. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties 44985 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 84 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS Action Labor cost Identification .............. 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 ...................................................... Cost per product Parts cost None .............. We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements that will be required based on the results of the required inspection. We have no way of $85 Cost on U.S. operators $7,140 determining the number of airplanes that might need these replacements: ON-CONDITION COSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Removal/installation/r re-identification ........................... 14 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,190 ...................... 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. mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with RULES 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: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:56 Jul 11, 2016 Jkt 238001 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. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): ■ 2016–14–01 Airbus: Amendment 39–18582. Docket No. FAA–2016–3983; Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–009–AD. PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 $427,301 Cost per product $428,491 (a) Effective Date This AD is effective August 16, 2016. (b) Affected ADs This AD affects the ADs specified in paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(2), and (b)(3) of this AD. (1) AD 2012–21–19, Amendment 39–17235 (77 FR 65812, October 31, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012– 21–19’’). (2) AD 2012–21–20, Amendment 39–17236 (77 FR 65799, October 31, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012– 21–20’’). (3) AD 2016–04–01, Amendment 39–18395 (81 FR 8134, February 18, 2016) (‘‘AD 2016– 04–01’’). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(7) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Airbus Model A330–223F and –243F airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in production. (2) Airbus Model A330–201, –202, –203, –223, and –243 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in production. (3) Airbus Model A330–301, –302, –303, –321, –322, –323,– 341, –342, and –343 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in production. (4) Airbus Model A340–211, –212, and –213, airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. (5) Airbus Model A340–311, –312, and –313 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. (6) Airbus Model A340–541 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. E:\FR\FM\12JYR1.SGM 12JYR1 44986 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 133 / Tuesday, July 12, 2016 / Rules and Regulations (7) Airbus Model A340–642 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 29, Hydraulic Power. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report indicating that, during an operational test of a ram air turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. We are issuing this AD to prevent non-deployment of the RAT, which, if preceded by a total engine flame-out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation, could result in reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Identification and Replacement for Certain Airbus Model A330, and A340–200 and –300 Airplanes For Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330–200 and –300 series airplanes, and Model A340–200 and –300 series airplanes: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, identify the supplier, part number, and serial number of the installed RAT actuator, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (1) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, with a description of ‘‘correctly shimmed’’: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, re-identify the actuator and the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340– 29–4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (2) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the identified actuator RAT part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, with a description of ‘‘incorrectly shimmed’’: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– 29–3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (3) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the identification plate for the RAT actuator is missing, or the part number and serial number are not listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29– 21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330– 29–3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable. (h) Identification and Replacement for Certain Airbus Model A340–500 and –600 Airplanes For Airbus Model A340–500 and –600 airplanes: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, identify the part number and serial number of the installed RAT actuator, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. (1) If the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014, with a description of ‘‘correctly shimmed’’: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, re-identify the actuator and the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340– 29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. (2) If the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014, and the serial number is included in table 2 of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014, with a description of ‘‘incorrectly shimmed’’: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. (3) If the identification plate for the RAT actuator is missing, or the part number and serial number are not listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014: Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340– 29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. (i) Terminating Action for Certain Requirements of Other ADs (1) For Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter, A330–200, and A330–300 series airplanes; and Model A340–200 and –300 series airplanes: Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3) of this AD constitutes compliance with the requirements of paragraph (g)(1) of AD 2012– 21–19, paragraph (g) of AD 2012–21–20, and paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of AD 2016–04– 01, for that airplane only. (2) For Airbus Model A340–500 and –600 series airplanes: Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD constitutes compliance with the requirements of paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of AD 2012–21–20, and paragraph (j) of 2016–04–01, for that airplane only. (j) Parts Installation Limitations As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install any RAT actuator or any RAT having a part number identified in table 1 to paragraph (j) of this AD on any airplane, unless it meets the conditions specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2) of this AD, as applicable. TABLE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (j) OF THIS AD—AFFECTED PART NUMBERS RAT actuator part No. Affected Airbus airplane models RAT part No. Model A330–200 and –300 series airplanes .......................... 1720934C, 1720934D, 766351A, 768084A, 770379A, 770952C, 770952D, 770952E. 1720934C, 1720934D, 766351A, 768084A, 770379A, 770952C, 770952D, 770952E. 1720934C, 1720934D, 766351A, 768084A, 770379A, 770952C, 770952D, 770952E. 772722H, 772722J, 772722L ................................................ Model A330–200 Freighter series airplanes ........................... Model A340–200 and –300 series airplanes .......................... mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with RULES Model A340–500 and –600 series airplanes .......................... (1) For Airbus Model A330–200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330–200, and A330–300 series airplanes; and Model A340– 200 and –300 series airplanes: The RAT actuator or RAT has a serial number listed as affected and modified in Hamilton VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:56 Jul 11, 2016 Jkt 238001 Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29– 21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the RAT has been re-identified in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330–29–3126, PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 5912958, 5915768 5912958, 5915768 5912958, 5915768 5912536, 5915769 dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, dated June 12, 2014. (2) For Airbus Model A340–500 and –600 series airplanes: The RAT actuator or the RAT has a serial number listed as affected and modified in Hamilton Sundstrand E:\FR\FM\12JYR1.SGM 12JYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 81, No. 133 / Tuesday, July 12, 2016 / Rules and Regulations Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014, and the RAT has been re-identified in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340– 29–5025, dated June 16, 2014. mstockstill on DSK3G9T082PROD with RULES (k) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for the RAT and RAT actuator identification specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD if that identification was performed before the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) This paragraph provides credit for the RAT or RAT actuator identification and modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, dated May 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (l) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1138; fax 425–227–1149. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116AMOC-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 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. (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any Airbus service information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and tests that are not identified 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 procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:56 Jul 11, 2016 Jkt 238001 airworthy condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC require approval of an AMOC. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015–0008, dated January 15, 2015, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–3983. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (n)(4) and (n)(5) of this AD. (n) 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 A330–29–3126, dated June 12, 2014. (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29–4097, dated June 12, 2014. (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–29– 5025, dated June 16, 2014. (iv) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M–29–21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015. (v) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T–29–7, dated June 6, 2014. (3) For Airbus service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330A340@airbus.com; Internet https:// www.airbus.com. (4) For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in this AD, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail Stop 302–9, 4747 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125– 7002; telephone 860–654–3575; fax 860–998– 4564; email tech.solutions@hs.utc.com; Internet https:// www.hamiltonsundstrand.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 June 23, 2016. Dorr M. Anderson, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016–15929 Filed 7–11–16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 44987 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2016–3987; Directorate Identifier 2015–NM–165–AD; Amendment 39–18580; AD 2016–13–15] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of improperly drilled bores, located on upper and lower stiffener joints to the Web at a certain frame. This AD requires a one-time inspection of the bores, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct an unsatisfactory bore that can adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane. SUMMARY: This AD is effective August 16, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of August 16, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone: 201– 440–6700; Internet: https:// www.dassaultfalcon.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–2016– 3987. DATES: 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–2016– 3987; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– E:\FR\FM\12JYR1.SGM 12JYR1

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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 133 (Tuesday, July 12, 2016)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 44983-44987]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-15929]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2016-3983; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-009-AD;
Amendment 39-18582; AD 2016-14-01]
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 certain
Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200 and
A330-300 series airplanes; Model A340-200 and A340-300 series
airplanes; Model A340-500 series airplanes; and Model A340-600 series
airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that, during an
operational test of a ram air turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy in
automatic mode. This AD requires identification of the manufacturer,
part number, and serial number of the RAT, and re-identification and
modification of the RAT if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent
non-deployment of the RAT, which, if preceded by a total engine flame-
out, or during a total loss of normal electrical power generation,
could result in reduced control of the airplane.

DATES: This AD is effective August 16, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 16,
2016.

ADDRESSES: For Airbus service information identified in this final
rule, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point
Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36
96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com;
Internet https://www.airbus.com.
For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in this
final rule, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail
Stop 302-9, 4747 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125-
7002; telephone 860-654-3575; fax 860-998-4564; email
tech.solutions@hs.utc.com; Internet https://www.hamiltonsundstrand.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-2016-
3983.

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-2016-
3983; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone
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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138;
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 certain Airbus Model A330-
200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200 and A330-300 series
airplanes; Model A340-200 and A340-300 series airplanes; Model A340-500
series airplanes; and Model A340-600 series airplanes. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on March 1, 2016 (81 FR 10545) (``the
NPRM'').
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2015-0008, dated January 15, 2015 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model
A330-200 Freighter series airplanes; Model A330-200, and A330-

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300 series airplanes; Model A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes;
Model A340-500 series airplanes; and Model A340-600 series airplanes.
The MCAI states:

During a scheduled Ram Air Turbine (RAT) operational test on an
A330 aeroplane, the RAT did not deploy in automatic mode. The
subsequent investigation conducted by the RAT manufacturer Hamilton
Sundstrand (HS) and Arkwin Industries, revealed that this failure to
deploy was due to an inadequate stroke margin in the manufacturing
shimming procedure of the actuator deployment solenoids.
This condition, if not corrected, could possibly result in
reduced control of the aeroplane, particularly if occurring
following a total engine flame out, or during a total loss of normal
electrical power generation.
Prompted by this unsafe condition, Airbus issued Service
Bulletin (SB) A330-29-3126, SB A340-29-4097 and SB A340-29-5025,
providing instructions to identify the manufacturer, part number (P/
N) and serial number (s/n) of the RAT actuator, and to modify the
shimming procedure for the affected RAT actuator.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires
identification of the affected RAT actuators and, depending on its
configuration (modified or not), the accomplishment of applicable
corrective actions [modifying the RAT actuator. Additional actions
include re-identifying the RAT actuator part number and RAT part
number, as applicable].

You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-
3983.

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 Change Requirement From Modify To Replace

Delta Airlines (DAL) requested that the requirement to modify the
RAT actuator in paragraphs (g)(2) and (g)(3) of the proposed AD be
changed from ``modify the RAT actuator'' to ``replace the RAT
actuator.'' DAL stated that operators cannot ensure that the removed
RAT actuator would be modified by the RAT manufacturer by the
compliance time specified in the proposed AD.
We agree to provide clarification regarding the requirement to
modify the RAT actuator, but we do not agree with the commenter's
request to change ``modify'' to ``replace.'' The modification
procedures described in the Accomplishment Instructions of the Airbus
service information specified in paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3), (h)(2), and
(h)(3) of this AD include more than just a modification. The
modification procedures in the Airbus service information state to (1)
remove the actuator from the RAT, (2) send the removed actuator to
Hamilton Sundstrand, and (3) install the modified actuator on the RAT
and re-identify the part number.
We also agree that operators do not have control over how long it
would take Hamilton Sundstrand to modify the actuator, or if the
modification could be completed prior to the applicable compliance
times in this AD. Therefore, we have revised paragraphs (g)(2), (g)(3),
(h)(2), and (h)(3) of this AD by removing the word ``modify'' and
replacing it with ``remove the actuator from the RAT, install a
modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT . . . .''

Request To Include Review of Maintenance Records

DAL requested that paragraph (g) of the proposed AD be revised to
include a statement that a review of airplane maintenance records is
acceptable to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of
the installed RAT actuators if the supplier, part number, and serial
number can be conclusively determined from that review. DAL stated that
it has already modified airplanes in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12,
2014, and it tracks the on-wing identification of these RAT components.
DAL indicated that allowing operators to review airplane maintenance
records to determine the supplier, part number, and serial number of
the installed RAT actuators would prevent unnecessary work.
We do not agree with the commenter's request. One of the actions
included in the requirement to determine the supplier, part number, and
serial number of an installed RAT actuator is looking at the actuator's
identification plate. An inspection of the RAT actuator is necessary to
determine if the identification plate is present. Paragraphs (g)(3) and
(h)(3) of this AD require certain actions if the identification plate
of a RAT actuator is missing. We have not changed this AD regarding
this issue.

Request To Refer To Revised Service Information

DAL requested that the references to Hamilton Sundstrand Service
Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014, be changed to ERPS06M-29-
21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015. DAL noted that the revised
service information updates the identification procedures for the RAT
actuators, among other changes.
We agree with the commenter that all references to Hamilton
Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014, should
be changed to ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, in this
final rule. We have made this change in the ``Related Service
Information under 1 CFR part 51'' section in the preamble and
paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), (g)(3), and (j) of this AD. We have also
included a new paragraph (k) in this AD to provide credit for actions
done prior to the effective date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand
Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, dated May 27, 2014. The subsequent
paragraphs have been redesignated accordingly.

Request To Change References to a Certain Related AD

DAL noted that the ``Related ADs'' section of the NPRM preamble,
and paragraphs (b) and (i) of the proposed AD, referred to AD 2015-26-
02, Amendment 39-18350 (80 FR 81174, December 29, 2015) (``AD 2015-26-
02''), which was superseded by AD 2016-04-01, Amendment 39-18395 (81 FR
8134, February 18, 2016) (``AD 2016-04-01''). DAL suggested that the
references to AD 2015-26-02 be removed and replaced with references to
AD 2016-04-01.
We agree with the commenter's suggestion. The ``Related ADs''
section of the NPRM is not restated in this final rule, but we have
revised paragraphs (b) and (i) of this AD to refer to AD 2016-04-01.

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

Airbus has issued the following service information, which
describes procedures for identifying the supplier, part number, and
serial number of the

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installed RAT actuator; modifying the RAT; and re-identifying the RAT
actuator and RAT.
Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014.
Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014.
Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014.
Hamilton Sundstrand has issued Service Bulletins ERPS06M-29-21,
Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015; and ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014.
This service information describes procedures for identifying the
affected RAT actuator and RAT part numbers and serial numbers,
modifying affected actuators, and re-identifying affected RAT actuators
and RATs.
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 84 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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Identification.................. 1 work-hour x $85 per None................... $85 $7,140
hour = $85.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements
that will be required based on the results of the required inspection.
We have no way of determining the number of airplanes that might need
these replacements:

On-Condition Costs
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Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
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Removal/installation/ re-identification....... 14 work-hours x $85 per hour = $427,301 $428,491
$1,190.
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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.

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):

2016-14-01 Airbus: Amendment 39-18582. Docket No. FAA-2016-3983;
Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-009-AD.

(a) Effective Date

This AD is effective August 16, 2016.

(b) Affected ADs

This AD affects the ADs specified in paragraphs (b)(1), (b)(2),
and (b)(3) of this AD.
(1) AD 2012-21-19, Amendment 39-17235 (77 FR 65812, October 31,
2012) (``AD 2012-21-19'').
(2) AD 2012-21-20, Amendment 39-17236 (77 FR 65799, October 31,
2012) (``AD 2012-21-20'').
(3) AD 2016-04-01, Amendment 39-18395 (81 FR 8134, February 18,
2016) (``AD 2016-04-01'').

This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1)
through (c)(7) of this AD, certificated in any category.
(1) Airbus Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes, all manufacturer
serial numbers; except those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has
been embodied in production.
(2) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes,
all manufacturer serial numbers; except those on which Airbus
Modification 204067 has been embodied in production.
(3) Airbus Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323,- 341, -
342, and -343 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers; except
those on which Airbus Modification 204067 has been embodied in
production.
(4) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, and -213, airplanes, all
manufacturer serial numbers.
(5) Airbus Model A340-311, -312, and -313 airplanes, all
manufacturer serial numbers.
(6) Airbus Model A340-541 airplanes, all manufacturer serial
numbers.

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(7) Airbus Model A340-642 airplanes, all manufacturer serial
numbers.

(d) Subject

Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 29, Hydraulic
Power.

(e) Reason

This AD was prompted by a report indicating that, during an
operational test of a ram air turbine (RAT), the RAT did not deploy
in automatic mode. We are issuing this AD to prevent non-deployment
of the RAT, which, if preceded by a total engine flame-out, or
during a total loss of normal electrical power generation, could
result in reduced control of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Identification and Replacement for Certain Airbus Model A330, and
A340-200 and -300 Airplanes

For Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, Model
A330-200 and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300
series airplanes: Within 30 months after the effective date of this
AD, identify the supplier, part number, and serial number of the
installed RAT actuator, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12,
2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014;
as applicable.
(1) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the
identified RAT actuator part number and serial number are listed in
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1,
dated April 14, 2015, and the serial number is included in table 2
of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1,
dated April 14, 2015, with a description of ``correctly shimmed'':
Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, re-identify
the actuator and the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12,
2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014;
as applicable.
(2) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the
identified actuator RAT part number and serial number are listed in
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1,
dated April 14, 2015, and the serial number is included in table 2
of Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1,
dated April 14, 2015, with a description of ``incorrectly shimmed'':
Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the
actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify
the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable.
(3) If the supplier identified is Arkwin Industries, and the
identification plate for the RAT actuator is missing, or the part
number and serial number are not listed in Hamilton Sundstrand
Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015:
Within 30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the
actuator from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify
the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014; or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014; as applicable.

(h) Identification and Replacement for Certain Airbus Model A340-500
and -600 Airplanes

For Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 airplanes: Within 30 months
after the effective date of this AD, identify the part number and
serial number of the installed RAT actuator, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025,
dated June 16, 2014.
(1) If the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number
are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7,
dated June 6, 2014, and the serial number is included in table 2 of
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6,
2014, with a description of ``correctly shimmed'': Within 30 months
after the effective date of this AD, re-identify the actuator and
the RAT, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014.
(2) If the identified RAT actuator part number and serial number
are listed in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7,
dated June 6, 2014, and the serial number is included in table 2 of
Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6,
2014, with a description of ``incorrectly shimmed'': Within 30
months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator from
the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014.
(3) If the identification plate for the RAT actuator is missing,
or the part number and serial number are not listed in Hamilton
Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014: Within
30 months after the effective date of this AD, remove the actuator
from the RAT, install a modified actuator, and re-identify the RAT,
in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014.

(i) Terminating Action for Certain Requirements of Other ADs

(1) For Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, A330-200, and A330-300
series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes:
Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2),
or (g)(3) of this AD constitutes compliance with the requirements of
paragraph (g)(1) of AD 2012-21-19, paragraph (g) of AD 2012-21-20,
and paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of AD 2016-04-01, for that airplane
only.
(2) For Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes:
Accomplishment of the actions required by paragraphs (h)(1), (h)(2),
and (h)(3) of this AD constitutes compliance with the requirements
of paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of AD 2012-21-20, and paragraph (j)
of 2016-04-01, for that airplane only.

(j) Parts Installation Limitations

As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install any
RAT actuator or any RAT having a part number identified in table 1
to paragraph (j) of this AD on any airplane, unless it meets the
conditions specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2) of this AD, as
applicable.

Table 1 to Paragraph (j) of This AD--Affected Part Numbers
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Affected Airbus airplane
models RAT part No. RAT actuator part No.
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Model A330-200 and -300 1720934C, 5912958, 5915768
series airplanes. 1720934D,
766351A,
768084A,
770379A,
770952C,
770952D,
770952E.
Model A330-200 Freighter 1720934C, 5912958, 5915768
series airplanes. 1720934D,
766351A,
768084A,
770379A,
770952C,
770952D,
770952E.
Model A340-200 and -300 1720934C, 5912958, 5915768
series airplanes. 1720934D,
766351A,
768084A,
770379A,
770952C,
770952D,
770952E.
Model A340-500 and -600 772722H, 5912536, 5915769
series airplanes. 772722J,
772722L.
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(1) For Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes; Model
A330-200, and A330-300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300
series airplanes: The RAT actuator or RAT has a serial number listed
as affected and modified in Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin
ERPS06M-29-21, Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015, and the RAT has
been re-identified in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-29-3126, dated June 12,
2014; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014.
(2) For Airbus Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes: The RAT
actuator or the RAT has a serial number listed as affected and
modified in Hamilton Sundstrand

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Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated June 6, 2014, and the RAT has
been re-identified in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16,
2014.

(k) Credit for Previous Actions

(1) This paragraph provides credit for the RAT and RAT actuator
identification specified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of
this AD if that identification was performed before the effective
date of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-
29-21, dated May 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in
this AD.
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the RAT or RAT actuator
identification and modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) of
this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date
of this AD using Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21,
dated May 27, 2014, which is not incorporated by reference in this
AD.

(l) Other FAA AD Provisions

The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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: Vladimir
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; 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 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.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any Airbus service
information contains procedures or tests that are identified as RC,
those procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any
procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended.
Those procedures and tests that are not identified 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 procedures and tests identified as
RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy
condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests
identified as RC require approval of an AMOC.

(m) Related Information

(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0008, dated January 15,
2015, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-3983.
(2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (n)(4) and (n)(5) of this AD.

(n) 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 A330-29-3126, dated June 12, 2014.
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-4097, dated June 12, 2014.
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-29-5025, dated June 16, 2014.
(iv) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS06M-29-21,
Revision 1, dated April 14, 2015.
(v) Hamilton Sundstrand Service Bulletin ERPS33T-29-7, dated
June 6, 2014.
(3) For Airbus service information identified in this AD,
contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com;
Internet https://www.airbus.com.
(4) For Hamilton Sundstrand service information identified in
this AD, contact Hamilton Sundstrand, Technical Publications, Mail
Stop 302-9, 4747 Harrison Avenue, P.O. Box 7002, Rockford, IL 61125-
7002; telephone 860-654-3575; fax 860-998-4564; email
tech.solutions@hs.utc.com; Internet https://www.hamiltonsundstrand.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 June 23, 2016.
Dorr M. Anderson,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2016-15929 Filed 7-11-16; 8:45 am]
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