Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines Reciprocating Engines, 26982-26985 [2017-12075]
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2014–05–32, Amendment 39–17804 (79
FR 17856, March 31, 2014), and adding
the following new AD:
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2017–11–06 Pratt & Whitney: Amendment
39–18905; Docket No. FAA–2013–0740;
Directorate Identifier 2013–NE–24–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective July 18, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2014–05–32,
Amendment 39–17804 (79 FR 17856, March
31, 2014).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Pratt & Whitney
(PW) PW2037, PW2037D, PW2037M,
PW2040, PW2040D, PW2043, PW2143,
PW2643, and F117–PW–100 turbofan
engines.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
Code 72, Turbine/Turboprop Engine.
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(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a rupture of the
diffuser-to-high-pressure turbine (HPT) case
flange. We are issuing this AD to prevent
failure of the diffuser-to-HPT case flange,
which could lead to uncontained engine
failure and damage to the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Unless already done, comply with this AD
within the compliance times specified.
(1) For diffuser case, part number (P/N)
1B7461, serial numbers (S/Ns) DGGUAK1306
and DGGUAK1308, and HPT case, P/N
1B2440, S/N DKLBCS1032:
(i) Within 100 flight cycles or 30 days after
May 5, 2014, whichever is later, eddy current
inspect the diffuser case and the HPT case Mflange. Use PW Service Bulletin (SB) No.
PW2000 72–763, Revision No. 1, dated
August 30, 2013, to do the inspection.
(ii) Reserved.
(2) For all diffuser and HPT cases, at the
next piece-part opportunity and every piecepart opportunity thereafter, perform a high
sensitivity fluorescent-penetrant inspection
(FPI) of the entire diffuser case rear flange
(M-flange) and boltholes, and the entire HPT
case forward flange (M-flange) and boltholes.
(3) For diffuser cases that have not
incorporated PW SB PW2000–72–364 or have
incorporated either PW SB PW2000–72–700
or PW2000 Series Engine Manual, Repair-28,
Task 72–41–01–300–028 (M-flange
replacement), perform initial and repetitive
eddy current inspections (ECIs) of the Mflange of the diffuser case in accordance with
paragraph (f)(4) of this AD.
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(4) Use, as applicable, either the
Accomplishment Instructions, ‘‘For Engines
Installed on the Aircraft,’’ paragraphs 3.(I)
through 3.(J), or the Accomplishment
Instructions, ‘‘For Engines Removed from the
Aircraft,’’ paragraphs 3.(D) through 3.(E), of
PW Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. PW2000
A72–765, Revision No. 2, dated August 12,
2016 to do the ECI as follows:
(i) Perform an initial inspection within the
following period, whichever occurs later:
(A) Within 5,500 cycles since new or since
M-flange replacement, or
(B) Within 2,500 cycles since last piecepart FPI inspection, or
(C) Within 1,000 cycles from the effective
date of this AD.
(ii) If no crack indications are found, reinspect within 2,500 cycles since last ECI or
last piece-part FPI inspection, whichever
occurs later.
(iii) If bolthole ID crack indications are
found, measure the length and determine the
re-inspect interval in accordance with:
(A) Paragraphs 5.(C) through 5.(D) of PW
ASB No. PW2000 A72–765, Revision No. 2,
dated August 12, 2016 ‘‘For Engines Installed
on the Aircraft’’; or
(B) Paragraphs 4.(C) through 4.(D) of PW
ASB No. PW2000 A72–765, Revision No. 2,
dated August 12, 2016, ‘‘For Engines
Removed from the Aircraft.’’
(iv) Remove from service diffuser cases
with bolthole ID cracks exceeding 0.170
inches.
7772; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
brian.kierstead@faa.gov.
(g) Definition
For the purpose of this AD, piece-part
opportunity is defined as when the part is
completely disassembled.
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
May 17, 2017.
Robert J. Ganley,
Acting Manager, Engine & Propeller
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) You may take credit for the diffuser
case and HPT case inspections required by
paragraphs (f)(1) and (3) of this AD if you
performed:
(i) An ECI of the diffuser case and the HPT
case M-flange using the Accomplishment
Instructions of PW SB No. PW2000 72–763,
Revision No. 1, dated August 30, 2013, or an
earlier version; or
(ii) a high sensitivity FPI of the diffuser
case and the HPT case at a piece-part
opportunity after January 1, 2010.
(2) You may take credit for only the
diffuser case inspections required by
paragraphs (f)(1) and (3) of this AD if you
performed an ECI of the M-flange using the
Accomplishment Instructions of PW SB No.
PW2000 A72–765, Revision No. 1, dated July
13, 2016, or an earlier version.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
The Manager, Engine Certification Office,
FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Use
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19 to
make your request. You may email your
request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov.
(j) Related Information
For more information about this AD,
contact Brian Kierstead, Aerospace Engineer,
Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine &
Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
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(k) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Pratt & Whitney (PW) Service Bulletin
No. PW2000 72–763, Revision No. 1, dated
August 30, 2013.
(ii) PW Alert Service Bulletin No. PW2000
A72–765, Revision No. 2, dated August 12,
2016.
(3) For PW service information identified
in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney,400 Main
St., East Hartford, CT 06118; phone: 860–
565–0140; fax: 860–565–5442; email:
HELP24@pw.utc.com.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
(5) You may view this service information
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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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9512; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NE–27–AD; Amendment 39–
18909; AD 2017–11–10]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming
Engines Reciprocating Engines
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Lycoming TIO–540–AJ1A reciprocating
engines. This AD requires initial and
repetitive inspections of engine exhaust
system weld joints and torque checking
the exhaust pipe flange mounting nuts.
This AD was prompted by several
reports of engine exhaust leaks. We are
SUMMARY:
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issuing this AD to correct the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective June 28,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of June 28, 2017.
We must receive comments on this
AD by July 28, 2017.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations,
M–30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey
Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590,
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in
this final rule, contact Lycoming
Engines, 652 Oliver Street,
Williamsport, PA 17701; phone: 800–
258–3279; fax: 570–327–7101; Internet:
www.lycoming.com/Lycoming/
SUPPORT/TechnicalPublications/
ServiceBulletins.aspx. You may view
this service information at the FAA,
Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200
District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
It is also available on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
9512.
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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–
9512; 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 (phone: 800–647–
5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.
Comments will be available in the AD
docket shortly after receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Norman Perenson, Aerospace Engineer,
New York Aircraft Certification Office,
FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
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1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; phone: 516–228–
7337; fax: 516–794–5531; email:
Norman.Perenson@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We received several reports of cracked
engine exhaust pipes and exhaust studs
pulling out from cylinders on Lycoming
TIO–540–AJ1A reciprocating engines.
This AD requires initial and repetitive
inspections of all engine exhaust system
weld joints and torque checking the
exhaust pipe flange mounting nuts. We
are issuing this AD to prevent engine
exhaust leaks, which could lead to
uncontrolled engine fire, harmful
exhaust gases entering the cabin
resulting in crew incapacitation, and
damage to the airplane.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed Lycoming Engines
Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No.
627C, dated November 17, 2016. The
MSB describes procedures for exhaust
system inspection and flange nut torque
check. 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.
Other Related Service Information
We reviewed Lycoming Engines MSB
No. 614A, dated October 10, 2014,
which provides maintenance
instructions on the exhaust system for
certain Lycoming engines. The FAA
issued AD 2015–10–06, Amendment
39–18162 (80 FR 30345, May 28, 2015),
(‘‘AD 2015–10–06’’) that mandates
replacement of the turbocharger
mounting bracket and inspection of the
exhaust pipes in accordance with
Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A, dated
October 10, 2014. The requirements in
this AD are in addition to the
requirements of AD 2015–10–06.
Complying with AD 2015–10–06 and
Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A, dated
October 10, 2014, does not constitute
compliance with this AD.
FAA’s Determination
We are issuing this AD because we
evaluated all the relevant information
and determined the unsafe condition
described previously is likely to exist or
develop in other products of the same
type design.
AD Requirements
This AD requires initial and repetitive
inspections of all engine exhaust system
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weld joints and torque checking the
exhaust pipe flange mounting nuts.
Differences Between This AD and the
Service Information
Table 1 of Lycoming Engines MSB No.
627C, dated November 17, 2016,
provides a longer time between
inspections of the engine exhaust
system when an operational carbon
monoxide detector is installed in the
airplane. This AD does not consider
whether an operational carbon
monoxide detector is installed in the
airplane.
Interim Action
We consider this AD interim action.
Lycoming is determining the root cause
for the unsafe condition identified in
this AD. Once a root cause is
determined, we will consider additional
rulemaking.
FAA’s Justification and Determination
of the Effective Date
An unsafe condition exists that
requires the immediate adoption of this
AD. The FAA has found that the risk to
the flying public justifies waiving notice
and comment prior to adoption of this
rule because engine exhaust leaks could
lead to uncontrolled engine fire,
harmful exhaust gases entering the
cabin resulting in crew incapacitation,
and damage to the airplane. Therefore,
we find that notice and opportunity for
prior public comment are impracticable
and that good cause exists for making
this amendment effective in less than 30
days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves
requirements affecting flight safety and
was not preceded by notice and an
opportunity for public comment.
However, we invite you to send any
written data, views, or arguments about
this AD. Send your comments to an
address listed under the ADDRESSES
section. Include the docket number
FAA–2016–9512 and Directorate
Identifier 2016–NE–27–AD at the
beginning of your comments. We
specifically invite comments on the
overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of
this AD. We will consider all comments
received by the closing date and may
amend this AD because of those
comments.
We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact we receive
about this AD.
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Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 758
engines, installed on airplanes of U.S.
registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Inspection and torque check
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per inspection cycle ..
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Paperwork Reduction Act
A federal agency may not conduct or
sponsor, and a person is not required to
respond to, nor shall a person be subject
to penalty for failure to comply with a
collection of information subject to the
requirements of the Paperwork
Reduction Act unless that collection of
information displays a current valid
OMB control number. The control
number for the collection of information
required by this AD is 2120–0056. The
paperwork cost associated with this AD
has been detailed in the Costs of
Compliance section of this document
and includes time for reviewing
instructions, as well as completing and
reviewing the collection of information.
Therefore, all reporting associated with
this AD is mandatory. Comments
concerning the accuracy of this burden
and suggestions for reducing the burden
should be directed to the FAA at 800
Independence Ave. SW., Washington,
DC 20591. ATTN: Information
Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
Regulatory Findings
This AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order
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13132. This AD will not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on
the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the
distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
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2017–11–10 Lycoming Engines
Reciprocating Engines (Type Certificate
previously held by Textron Lycoming
Division, AVCO Corporation):
Amendment 39–18909; Docket No.
FAA–2016–9512; Directorate Identifier
2016–NE–27–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective June 28, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
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Cost per
product
$85.00
Cost on U.S. operators
$64,430.00 per inspection
cycle.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Lycoming TIO–540–
AJ1A reciprocating engines.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
Code 7800, Engine Exhaust System.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by several reports
of engine exhaust leaks. We are issuing this
AD to prevent engine exhaust leaks, which
could lead to uncontrolled engine fire,
harmful exhaust gases entering the cabin
resulting in crew incapacitation, and damage
to the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Required Actions
(1) For all engines, perform an initial
exhaust system inspection within 10 hours
time in service (TIS) after the effective date
of this AD as follows:
(i) Use the Required Action, paragraph 1.
of Lycoming Engines Mandatory Service
Bulletin (MSB) No. 627C, dated November
17, 2016, to do the inspection.
(ii) For any part that fails the inspection
required by paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD,
before further flight, replace the failed part
with a part eligible for installation.
(iii) Use the Required Action, paragraph 3.
of Lycoming MSB No. 627C, dated November
17, 2016, to submit a survey to Lycoming
Engines within 10 days of performing the
inspection.
(2) For all engines, perform an initial
torque check of the exhaust system flange
nuts within 10 hours TIS after the effective
date of this AD, or within 100 hours TIS after
the last exhaust system maintenance (ESM),
whichever occurs later, as follows:
(i) Use the Required Action, paragraph 2.
of Lycoming Engines MSB No. 627C, dated
November 17, 2016 to torque check the flange
nuts.
(ii) For any part that fails the check
required by paragraph (g)(2)(i) of this AD,
before further flight, replace the failed part
with a part eligible for installation.
(iii) Use the Required Action, paragraph 3.
of Lycoming MSB No. 627C, dated November
17, 2016, to submit a survey to Lycoming
Engines within 10 days of performing the
check.
(3) For all engines with 1,000 hours TIS or
less since the last ESM:
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(i) Repeat the actions required by
paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (iii) of this AD
inclusive, every 25 hours TIS since the last
ESM, or exhaust system inspection,
whichever occurs later.
(ii) Repeat the actions required by
paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (iii) of this AD
inclusive, every 100 hours TIS after the last
ESM, or torque check of the exhaust system
flange nuts, whichever occurs later.
(4) For all engines with more than 1,000
hours TIS since the last ESM:
(i) Repeat the actions required by
paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (iii) of this AD
inclusive, every 50 hours TIS since the last
ESM, or exhaust system inspection,
whichever occurs later.
(ii) Repeat the actions required by
paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (iii) of this AD
inclusive, every 100 hours TIS since the last
ESM, or torque check of the exhaust system
flange nuts, whichever occurs later.
(h) Definitions
For the purposes of this AD, ESM is any
maintenance that requires the removal and
replacement of any exhaust system pipe or
turbocharger mounting bracket, or the retorqueing of the exhaust flange mounting
nuts.
(i) Terminating Action
The requirement in Required Action
paragraph 3., to submit a survey to Lycoming
Engines ends one year after the effective date
of this AD, but, the exhaust system
inspections in Required Actions paragraph
1., and torque checks of the exhaust system
flange nuts, in Required Actions paragraph
2., are still required.
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(j) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden
Statement
A federal agency may not conduct or
sponsor, and a person is not required to
respond to, nor shall a person be subject to
a penalty for failure to comply with a
collection of information subject to the
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction
Act unless that collection of information
displays a current valid OMB Control
Number. The OMB Control Number for this
information collection is 2120–0056. Public
reporting for this collection of information is
estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per
response, including the time for reviewing
instructions, completing and reviewing the
collection of information. All responses to
this collection of information are mandatory.
Comments concerning the accuracy of this
burden and suggestions for reducing the
burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800
Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC
20591, Attn: Information Collection
Clearance Officer, AES–200.
Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
NY 11590; phone: 516–228–7337; fax: 516–
794–5531; email: Norman.Perenson@faa.gov.
(2) Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A,
dated October 10, 2014, which is not
incorporated by reference in this AD, can be
obtained from Lycoming Engines using the
contact information in paragraph (m)(3) of
this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Lycoming Engines Mandatory Service
Bulletin No. 627C, dated November 17, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Lycoming Engines service
information identified in this AD, contact
Lycoming Engines, 652 Oliver Street,
Williamsport, PA 17701; phone: 800–258–
3279; fax: 570–327–7101; Internet:
www.lycoming.com/Lycoming/SUPPORT/
TechnicalPublications/ServiceBulletins.aspx.
(4) You may view this service information
at FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200
District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
(5) You may view this service information
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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on
May 24, 2017.
Carlos A. Pestana,
Acting Assistant Directorate Manager, Engine
& Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9553; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NE–29–AD; Amendment 39–
18904; AD 2017–11–05]
RIN 2120–AA64
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
The Manager, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, FAA, may approve
AMOCs for this AD. Use the procedures
found in 14 CFR 39.19 to make your request.
Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce
Corporation Turbofan Engines
(l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact Norman Perenson, Aerospace
Engineer, New York Aircraft Certification
SUMMARY:
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Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Rolls-Royce Corporation (RRC) AE
3007C and 3007C1 turbofan engines.
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This AD was prompted by analysis and
by cracks found in the high-pressure
turbine (HPT) wheel during an
inspection. This AD requires
replacement of the affected HPT wheels
at new, lower life limits. We are issuing
this AD to correct the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective July 18,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of July 18, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Rolls-Royce Corporation, 450 South
Meridian Street, Mail Code NB–01–06,
Indianapolis, IN 46225; phone: 317–
230–3774; email: indy.pubs.services@
rolls-royce.com; Internet: www.rollsroyce.com. You may view this service
information at the FAA, Engine &
Propeller Directorate, 1200 District
Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
It is also available on the Internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
9553.
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–
9553; or in person at the Docket
Management Facility between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for the
Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
Document Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kyri
Zaroyiannis, Aerospace Engineer,
Chicago Aircraft Certification Office,
Small Airplane Directorate, FAA, 2300
E. Devon Ave., Des Plaines, IL 60018;
phone: 847–294–7836; fax: 847–294–
7834; email: kyri.zaroyiannis@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain RRC AE 3007C and
3007C1 model turbofan engines. The
NPRM published in the Federal
Register on February 22, 2017 (82 FR
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 112 (Tuesday, June 13, 2017)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2016-9512; Directorate Identifier 2016-NE-27-AD;
Amendment 39-18909; AD 2017-11-10]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Lycoming Engines Reciprocating Engines
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A reciprocating engines. This AD requires initial
and repetitive inspections of engine exhaust system weld joints and
torque checking the exhaust pipe flange mounting nuts. This AD was
prompted by several reports of engine exhaust leaks. We are
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issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective June 28, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of June 28,
2017.
We must receive comments on this AD by July 28, 2017.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in this final rule, contact
Lycoming Engines, 652 Oliver Street, Williamsport, PA 17701; phone:
800-258-3279; fax: 570-327-7101; Internet: www.lycoming.com/Lycoming/SUPPORT/TechnicalPublications/ServiceBulletins.aspx. You may view this
service information at the FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1200
District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call 781-238-7125. It is also available on
the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9512.
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-
9512; 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 (phone:
800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available
in the AD docket shortly after receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Norman Perenson, Aerospace Engineer,
New York Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller
Directorate, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; phone:
516-228-7337; fax: 516-794-5531; email: Norman.Perenson@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We received several reports of cracked engine exhaust pipes and
exhaust studs pulling out from cylinders on Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A
reciprocating engines. This AD requires initial and repetitive
inspections of all engine exhaust system weld joints and torque
checking the exhaust pipe flange mounting nuts. We are issuing this AD
to prevent engine exhaust leaks, which could lead to uncontrolled
engine fire, harmful exhaust gases entering the cabin resulting in crew
incapacitation, and damage to the airplane.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed Lycoming Engines Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No.
627C, dated November 17, 2016. The MSB describes procedures for exhaust
system inspection and flange nut torque check. 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.
Other Related Service Information
We reviewed Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A, dated October 10, 2014,
which provides maintenance instructions on the exhaust system for
certain Lycoming engines. The FAA issued AD 2015-10-06, Amendment 39-
18162 (80 FR 30345, May 28, 2015), (``AD 2015-10-06'') that mandates
replacement of the turbocharger mounting bracket and inspection of the
exhaust pipes in accordance with Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A, dated
October 10, 2014. The requirements in this AD are in addition to the
requirements of AD 2015-10-06. Complying with AD 2015-10-06 and
Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A, dated October 10, 2014, does not
constitute compliance with this AD.
FAA's Determination
We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant
information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is
likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design.
AD Requirements
This AD requires initial and repetitive inspections of all engine
exhaust system weld joints and torque checking the exhaust pipe flange
mounting nuts.
Differences Between This AD and the Service Information
Table 1 of Lycoming Engines MSB No. 627C, dated November 17, 2016,
provides a longer time between inspections of the engine exhaust system
when an operational carbon monoxide detector is installed in the
airplane. This AD does not consider whether an operational carbon
monoxide detector is installed in the airplane.
Interim Action
We consider this AD interim action. Lycoming is determining the
root cause for the unsafe condition identified in this AD. Once a root
cause is determined, we will consider additional rulemaking.
FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date
An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of
this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies
waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because
engine exhaust leaks could lead to uncontrolled engine fire, harmful
exhaust gases entering the cabin resulting in crew incapacitation, and
damage to the airplane. Therefore, we find that notice and opportunity
for prior public comment are impracticable and that good cause exists
for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety and was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for public
comment. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under
the ADDRESSES section. Include the docket number FAA-2016-9512 and
Directorate Identifier 2016-NE-27-AD at the beginning of your comments.
We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all
comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of
those comments.
We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this AD.
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Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 758 engines, installed on
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product Cost on U.S. operators
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Inspection and torque check......... 1 work-hour x $85 per hour $0.00 $85.00 $64,430.00 per
= $85 per inspection cycle. inspection cycle.
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Paperwork Reduction Act
A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for
failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of
information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control
number for the collection of information required by this AD is 2120-
0056. The paperwork cost associated with this AD has been detailed in
the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for
reviewing instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the
collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with
this AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden
and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA
at 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591. ATTN: Information
Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs''
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States,
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2017-11-10 Lycoming Engines Reciprocating Engines (Type Certificate
previously held by Textron Lycoming Division, AVCO Corporation):
Amendment 39-18909; Docket No. FAA-2016-9512; Directorate Identifier
2016-NE-27-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective June 28, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Lycoming TIO-540-AJ1A reciprocating
engines.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7800, Engine Exhaust
System.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by several reports of engine exhaust leaks.
We are issuing this AD to prevent engine exhaust leaks, which could
lead to uncontrolled engine fire, harmful exhaust gases entering the
cabin resulting in crew incapacitation, and damage to the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Required Actions
(1) For all engines, perform an initial exhaust system
inspection within 10 hours time in service (TIS) after the effective
date of this AD as follows:
(i) Use the Required Action, paragraph 1. of Lycoming Engines
Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No. 627C, dated November 17, 2016,
to do the inspection.
(ii) For any part that fails the inspection required by
paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD, before further flight, replace the
failed part with a part eligible for installation.
(iii) Use the Required Action, paragraph 3. of Lycoming MSB No.
627C, dated November 17, 2016, to submit a survey to Lycoming
Engines within 10 days of performing the inspection.
(2) For all engines, perform an initial torque check of the
exhaust system flange nuts within 10 hours TIS after the effective
date of this AD, or within 100 hours TIS after the last exhaust
system maintenance (ESM), whichever occurs later, as follows:
(i) Use the Required Action, paragraph 2. of Lycoming Engines
MSB No. 627C, dated November 17, 2016 to torque check the flange
nuts.
(ii) For any part that fails the check required by paragraph
(g)(2)(i) of this AD, before further flight, replace the failed part
with a part eligible for installation.
(iii) Use the Required Action, paragraph 3. of Lycoming MSB No.
627C, dated November 17, 2016, to submit a survey to Lycoming
Engines within 10 days of performing the check.
(3) For all engines with 1,000 hours TIS or less since the last
ESM:
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(i) Repeat the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through
(iii) of this AD inclusive, every 25 hours TIS since the last ESM,
or exhaust system inspection, whichever occurs later.
(ii) Repeat the actions required by paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through
(iii) of this AD inclusive, every 100 hours TIS after the last ESM,
or torque check of the exhaust system flange nuts, whichever occurs
later.
(4) For all engines with more than 1,000 hours TIS since the
last ESM:
(i) Repeat the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through
(iii) of this AD inclusive, every 50 hours TIS since the last ESM,
or exhaust system inspection, whichever occurs later.
(ii) Repeat the actions required by paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through
(iii) of this AD inclusive, every 100 hours TIS since the last ESM,
or torque check of the exhaust system flange nuts, whichever occurs
later.
(h) Definitions
For the purposes of this AD, ESM is any maintenance that
requires the removal and replacement of any exhaust system pipe or
turbocharger mounting bracket, or the re-torqueing of the exhaust
flange mounting nuts.
(i) Terminating Action
The requirement in Required Action paragraph 3., to submit a
survey to Lycoming Engines ends one year after the effective date of
this AD, but, the exhaust system inspections in Required Actions
paragraph 1., and torque checks of the exhaust system flange nuts,
in Required Actions paragraph 2., are still required.
(j) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden Statement
A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty
for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to
the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that
collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control
Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is
2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is
estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the
time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the
collection of information. All responses to this collection of
information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this
burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to
the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn:
Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
The Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, may
approve AMOCs for this AD. Use the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19
to make your request.
(l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD, contact Norman Perenson,
Aerospace Engineer, New York Aircraft Certification Office, FAA,
Engine & Propeller Directorate, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; phone: 516-228-7337; fax: 516-794-5531; email:
Norman.Perenson@faa.gov.
(2) Lycoming Engines MSB No. 614A, dated October 10, 2014, which
is not incorporated by reference in this AD, can be obtained from
Lycoming Engines using the contact information in paragraph (m)(3)
of this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Lycoming Engines Mandatory Service Bulletin No. 627C, dated
November 17, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Lycoming Engines service information identified in this
AD, contact Lycoming Engines, 652 Oliver Street, Williamsport, PA
17701; phone: 800-258-3279; fax: 570-327-7101; Internet:
www.lycoming.com/Lycoming/SUPPORT/TechnicalPublications/ServiceBulletins.aspx.
(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine &
Propeller Directorate, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
781-238-7125.
(5) You may view this service information 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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on May 24, 2017.
Carlos A. Pestana,
Acting Assistant Directorate Manager, Engine & Propeller Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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