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detailed inspection for any crack in the upper
chord and lower chord of the STA 320 crown
frame, and do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated August 20,
2015, except as specified in paragraph (l)(2)
of this AD. Do the applicable related
investigative and corrective actions at the
applicable times specified in paragraph 1.E.,
‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated
August 20, 2015.
(j) Web Replacement for Certain Airplanes
For Group 1, Configuration 2 airplanes,
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated August 20,
2015: At the applicable time specified in
table 5 of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2784,
Revision 2, dated August 20, 2015, except as
provided by paragraph (l)(1) of this AD,
replace the web, including doing related
investigative and corrective actions, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated August 20,
2015, except as required by paragraph (l)(2)
of this AD. Do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions before
further flight.
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(k) Post-Replacement Repetitive Inspections
of Replaced Web
Following any web replacement required
by this AD, at the time specified in paragraph
1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated
August 20, 2015: Do a detailed inspection for
cracks of the web, upper chord, lower chord,
and lower chord splice, and do all applicable
corrective actions, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 747–53A2784, Revision 2,
dated August 20, 2015, except as required by
paragraph (l)(2) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight. If no
crack is found, repeat the inspection
thereafter at the intervals specified in
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2784,
Revision 2, dated August 20, 2015.
Accomplishment of the inspections required
by AD 2009–19–05, Amendment 39–16022
(74 FR 48138, September 22, 2009),
terminates the requirements of this
paragraph.
(l) Exceptions to the Service Information,
With Updated Service Information
(1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated August 20,
2015, specifies a compliance time ‘‘after the
Revision 2 date of the service bulletin,’’ this
AD requires compliance within the specified
compliance time after the effective date of
this AD.
(2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
747–53A2784, Revision 2, dated August 20,
2015, specifies to contact Boeing for
appropriate action, accomplish applicable
actions before further flight using a method
approved in accordance with the procedures
specified in paragraph (n) of this AD.
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(m) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) This paragraph provides credit for the
actions required by paragraphs (h), (i), and
(k) of this AD, if those actions were
performed before December 26, 2012 (the
effective date of AD 2012–22–02), using
Boeing Service Bulletin 747–53A2784, dated
August 27, 2009.
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the
actions required by paragraphs (h), (i), and
(k) of this AD, if those actions were
performed before the effective date of this AD
using Boeing Service Bulletin 747–53A2784,
Revision 1, dated September 14, 2011. This
service information was incorporated by
reference in AD 2012–22–02.
(n) 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 (o)(1) of this AD.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
(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.
(o) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact Bill Ashforth, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle
Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
phone: 425–917–6432; fax: 425–917–6590;
email: bill.Ashforth@faa.gov.
(2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (p)(3) and (p)(4) of this AD.
(p) 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 Alert Service Bulletin 747–
53A2784, Revision 2, dated August 20, 2015.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
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Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65,
Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone: 206–
544–5000, extension 1; fax: 206–766–5680;
Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(5) You may view this service information
that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
November 25, 2016.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2015–7530; Directorate
Identifier 2014–NM–257–AD; Amendment
39–18730; AD 2016–25–04]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Fokker
Services B.V. Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark
0070 and 0100 airplanes. This AD was
prompted by a report of cracking in a
certain section of the secondary
structure of the wing. This AD requires
a one-time inspection of the trailing
edge rib, and corrective action if
necessary. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
This AD is effective January 17,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of January 17, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Fokker Services B.V., Technical
Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL
Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone
+31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31 (0)88–
6280–111; email technicalservices@
DATES:
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fokker.com; Internet https://
www.myfokkerfleet.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–
7530.
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–
7530; 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: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ANM
116, Transport Airplane Directorate,
FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–
1137; fax 425–227–1139.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to all Fokker Services B.V. Model
F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. The
NPRM published in the Federal
Register on December 24, 2015 (80 FR
80299) (‘‘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 2014–0271, dated December
12, 2014 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
an unsafe condition for all Fokker
Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070 and
0100 airplanes. The MCAI states:
Service experience with the Fokker 100
type design has shown that cracking can
occur in the secondary structure of the wing
at station 8700, rib Part Number (P/N)
D15445–013/–014 (or lower dash number) in
the trailing edge section. The hydraulic
actuator assembly, hydraulic lines, the cable
pulleys, the anti-upfloat quadrant and the
associated mechanical linkages including
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flutter dampers are all positioned in the
affected area, between wing stations 8200
and 9270.
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to failure of the affected
rib, possibly resulting in reduced control of
the aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
Fokker Services published Service Bulletin
(SB) SBF100–57–048, which provides
inspection instructions to detect any cracks
in the affected area.
For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD requires a one-time [detailed]
inspection of the trailing edge rib at wing
station 8700 and, depending on findings,
accomplishment of applicable corrective
action(s).
This [EASA] AD is considered to be an
interim action and further AD action may
follow, possibly to introduce new ALS
[Airworthiness Limitations Section] tasks, if
justified by the inspection results.
Corrective actions include repair of
cracking in the secondary structure of
the wing at station 8700, rib part
number (P/N) D15445–013/–014 (or
lower dash number), in the trailing edge
section.
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–2015–
7530.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
as proposed except for minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the NPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed Fokker Service Bulletin
SBF100–57–048, dated October 27,
2014. This service information describes
procedures for inspecting the trailing
edge section at the rib of wing station
8700 for cracking. 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.
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Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 8
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take
about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the basic requirements of
this AD. The average labor rate is $85
per work-hour. Required parts will cost
about $0 per product. Based on these
figures, we estimate the cost of this AD
on U.S. operators to be $680, or $85 per
product.
We have received no definitive data
that will enable us to provide cost
estimates for the on-condition actions
specified in this AD.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not
have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
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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):
■
2016–25–04 Fokker Services B.V.:
Amendment 39–18730; Docket No.
FAA–2015–7530; Directorate Identifier
2014–NM–257–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective January 17, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(i) Related Information
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Fokker Services B.V.
Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes,
certificated in any category.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 57, Wings.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Inspection
Within 12 months after the effective date
of this AD: Do a detailed inspection for
cracking of the trailing edge rib at wing
station 8700, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker
Service Bulletin SBF100–57–048, dated
October 27, 2014. If any crack is found,
before further flight, repair using a method
approved by the Manager, International
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA); or Fokker Services
B.V.’s EASA Design Organization Approval
(DOA).
(h) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
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Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) European
AD 2014–0271, dated December 12, 2014, 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–2015–7530.
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by report of
cracking in the secondary structure of the
wing at station 8700. We are issuing this AD
to detect and correct cracking that could lead
to failure of the affected rib and consequent
reduced control of the airplane.
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(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:
Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
telephone 425–227–1405; fax 425–227–1149.
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-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.
(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 EASA; or Fokker B.V. Service’s EASA
DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval
must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(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) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100–57–
048, dated October 27, 2014.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V.,
Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357,
2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands;
telephone +31 (0)88–6280–350; fax +31
(0)88–6280–111; email technicalservices@
fokker.com; Internet https://
www.myfokkerfleet.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.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on
November 25, 2016.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
19 CFR Parts 159 and 173
[USCBP–2016–0065; CBP Dec. No. 16–25]
RIN 1515–AE16
Electronic Notice of Liquidation
U.S. Customs and Border
Protection, HDS; Department of the
Treasury.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
This document adopts as a
final rule, with changes, proposed
amendments to the U.S. Customs and
Border Protection (CBP) regulations
reflecting that official notice of
liquidation, suspension of liquidation,
and extension of liquidation will be
posted electronically on the CBP Web
site. The regulatory revisions reflect that
official notice of liquidation will no
longer be posted at the customhouses or
stations and that official notices of
suspension of liquidation and extension
of liquidation will no longer be mailed.
Additionally, this rule makes certain
technical corrections to the CBP
regulations to reflect statutory
amendments.
SUMMARY:
This final rule is effective on
January 14, 2017.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Virginia McPherson, ACE Business
Office, Office of Trade,
virginia.h.mcpherson@cbp.dhs.gov.
Randy Mitchell, Trade Policy and
Programs, Office of Trade,
randy.mitchell@cbp.dhs.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DATES:
Background
Section 500 of the Tariff Act of 1930,
as amended (19 U.S.C. 1500), provides
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
(CBP) with the authority, under rules
and regulations prescribed by the
Secretary of the Treasury, to, among
other things, give or transmit notice of
liquidation pursuant to an electronic
data interchange system. See 19 U.S.C.
1500(e). Similarly, CBP is authorized to
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2015-7530; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-257-AD;
Amendment 39-18730; AD 2016-25-04]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by a report of cracking in a certain section of the
secondary structure of the wing. This AD requires a one-time inspection
of the trailing edge rib, and corrective action if necessary. We are
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective January 17, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 17,
2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357,
2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax
+31 (0)88-6280-111; email technicalservices@
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fokker.com; Internet https://www.myfokkerfleet.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-2015-7530.
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-
7530; 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: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ANM
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1139.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Fokker Services B.V.
Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on December 24, 2015 (80 FR 80299) (``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 2014-0271, dated December 12, 2014 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Fokker Services
B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. The MCAI states:
Service experience with the Fokker 100 type design has shown
that cracking can occur in the secondary structure of the wing at
station 8700, rib Part Number (P/N) D15445-013/-014 (or lower dash
number) in the trailing edge section. The hydraulic actuator
assembly, hydraulic lines, the cable pulleys, the anti-upfloat
quadrant and the associated mechanical linkages including flutter
dampers are all positioned in the affected area, between wing
stations 8200 and 9270.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
failure of the affected rib, possibly resulting in reduced control
of the aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Fokker Services
published Service Bulletin (SB) SBF100-57-048, which provides
inspection instructions to detect any cracks in the affected area.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one-
time [detailed] inspection of the trailing edge rib at wing station
8700 and, depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable
corrective action(s).
This [EASA] AD is considered to be an interim action and further
AD action may follow, possibly to introduce new ALS [Airworthiness
Limitations Section] tasks, if justified by the inspection results.
Corrective actions include repair of cracking in the secondary
structure of the wing at station 8700, rib part number (P/N) D15445-
013/-014 (or lower dash number), in the trailing edge section.
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-2015-
7530.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-57-048, dated October
27, 2014. This service information describes procedures for inspecting
the trailing edge section at the rib of wing station 8700 for cracking.
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 8 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $0 per product.
Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S.
operators to be $680, or $85 per product.
We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2016-25-04 Fokker Services B.V.: Amendment 39-18730; Docket No. FAA-
2015-7530; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-257-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective January 17, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0070
and 0100 airplanes, certificated in any category.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by report of cracking in the secondary
structure of the wing at station 8700. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct cracking that could lead to failure of the
affected rib and consequent reduced control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection
Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD: Do a
detailed inspection for cracking of the trailing edge rib at wing
station 8700, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-57-048, dated October 27, 2014. If
any crack is found, before further flight, repair using a method
approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA); or Fokker Services B.V.'s EASA Design Organization Approval
(DOA).
(h) 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: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227-1149. Information
may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding district office.
(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 EASA;
or Fokker B.V. Service's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(i) Related Information
Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI)
European AD 2014-0271, dated December 12, 2014, 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-2015-7530.
(j) 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) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-57-048, dated October 27,
2014.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130
EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31
(0)88-6280-111; email technicalservices@fokker.com; Internet https://www.myfokkerfleet.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on November 25, 2016.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2016-29243 Filed 12-9-16; 8:45 am]
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