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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9071; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NM–019–AD; Amendment
39–18942; AD 2017–13–12]
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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 all
Airbus Model A318 and A319 series
airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, –214,
–231, –232, and –233 airplanes; and
Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211,
–212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes.
This AD was prompted by an evaluation
by the design approval holder (DAH),
which indicates that the main landing
gear (MLG) does not comply with
certification specifications, which could
result in a locking failure of the MLG
side stay. This AD requires modification
or replacement of certain MLG side stay
assemblies. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
This AD is effective August 9,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of August 9, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For Airbus service
information identified in this final rule,
contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office—
EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France;
telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33
5 61 93 44 51; email: account.airwortheas@airbus.com; Internet: https://
www.airbus.com.
For Messier-Dowty service
information identified in this final rule,
contact Messier-Dowty: Messier
Services Americas, Customer Support
Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA
20166–8910; telephone: 703–450–8233;
fax: 703–404–1621; Internet: https://
techpubs.services/messier-dowty.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
DATES:
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and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
9071.
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–
9071; 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:
Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1405;
fax 425–227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to all Airbus Model A318 and
A319 series airplanes; Model A320–211,
–212, –214, –231, –232, and –233
airplanes; and Model A321–111, –112,
–131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on September 8, 2016
(81 FR 62035). The NPRM was
prompted by an evaluation by the DAH
which indicates that the MLG does not
comply with certification specifications,
which could result in a locking failure
of the MLG side stay. The NPRM
proposed to require modification or
replacement of certain MLG side stay
assemblies. We are issuing this AD to
prevent possible collapse of the MLG
during takeoff and landing.
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA AD 2016–
0018R1, dated September 14, 2016
(referred to after this as the Mandatory
Continuing Airworthiness Information,
or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
condition for all Airbus Model A318
and A319 series airplanes; Model A320–
211, –212, –214, –231, –232, and –233
airplanes; and Model A321–111, –112,
–131, –211, –212, –213, –231, and –232
airplanes. The MCAI states:
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During studies for a new landing gear
design, it was discovered that the singlelocked upper and lower cardan joints of the
Main Landing Gear (MLG) do not comply
with the certification specifications of (CS,
formerly [Joint Aviation Requirements] JAR)
Part 25.607.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to MLG side stay locking failure that, during
take-off and landing, may result in damage to
the aeroplane and detrimental effect on safe
flight.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
the MLG manufacturer developed a
modification to change the single-locked
MLG joint into a double-locked one. This
modification is available for in-service
application through Messier-Bugatti-Dowty
(MBD) Service Bulletin (SB) 200–32–315 or
SB 201–32–63, or Airbus SB A320–32–1429.
For the reasons described above, EASA
issued AD 2016–0018 to require modification
or replacement of the MLG side stay
assemblies, introducing the double locking of
the MLG upper and lower cardan joints.
Following new engineering evaluation, this
[EASA] AD is revised to extend the
compliance time. This revised [EASA] AD
also clarifies the affected Part Number (P/N)
references in Appendix 1 by adding Notes,
and introduces some editorial changes
without affecting the requirements.
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–
9071.
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.
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Support for the NPRM
Air Line Pilots Association,
International (ALPA), American
Airlines (AAL), and Allegiant Air
(Allegiant) expressed support for the
NPRM.
Requests To Extend Compliance Time
for the Proposed Modification/
Replacement
Air France, AAL, Delta Airlines
(DAL), and Virgin America (Virgin)
commented that EASA has released
EASA AD 2016–0018R1, dated
September 14, 2016 (‘‘EASA AD 2016–
0018R1’’). The commenters pointed out
that EASA AD 2016–0018R1 extends the
compliance time for the modification or
replacement from 66 months to 120
months following a new engineering
evaluation. Air France and Virgin
America (Virgin) requested that the FAA
refer to EASA AD 2016–0018R1. DAL
also asserts that the extension would
enable operators to accomplish the
modification during MLG overhauls
with no impact on airline operations.
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We agree with the commenters’
requests to extend the compliance time
for the modification or replacement. We
have determined that, based on the new
engineering evaluation, extending the
compliance time will not adversely
affect safety, and will provide operators
more flexibility regarding where and
when they accomplish the required
actions. We have revised paragraph (g)
of this AD to specify a compliance time
of within 120 months after the effective
date of this AD.
Requests To Refer to Updated Service
Information
Allegiant and DAL requested that we
revise the NPRM to refer to Airbus
Service Bulletin A320–32–1429,
Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016
(‘‘Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32–
1429, Revision 01’’). The commenters
explained that Airbus Service Bulletin
A320–32–1429, Revision 01, contains
corrected part numbers for certain MLG
side stay assemblies.
We agree with the commenters for the
reasons provided. We have revised this
AD to refer to Airbus Service Bulletin
A320–32–1429, Revision 01. We have
also revised this AD to provide credit
for actions done before the effective date
of this AD, if those actions were done
using Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32–
1429, dated September 10, 2015.
Request To Change Tracking Method of
Completed Modification
AAL requested that we revise the
NPRM to require the manufacturer to
change its method of adding a
modification strike to track
accomplishment of the proposed
modification. AAL suggested that the
manufacturer develop a new part
number for easier tracking of a
completed modification.
We disagree with the commenter’s
request. We have determined that the
actions required by this AD, as specified
in the service information, adequately
address the unsafe condition. We have
not revised this AD in this regard.
However, if the manufacturer revises the
service information in the future,
operators may request approval of an
alternative method of compliance
(AMOC), provided adequate data are
provided to substantiate that the AMOC
provides an acceptable level of safety.
Request To Postpone Release of This
AD
Allegiant requested that this AD be
postponed until Airbus Service Bulletin
A320–32–1429, Revision 02, is
published. Allegiant stated that
Revision 02 will incorporate updated
information described in Airbus
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Operators Information Transmission
(OIT) 16–0028, Revision 01, dated May
26, 2016. Allegiant pointed out that the
Airbus OIT explains that there could be
difficulties with accomplishing the
required actions ‘‘on-wing,’’ and that
Airbus recommends postponing
accomplishment of the required actions.
Allegiant asserts that Airbus Service
Bulletin A320–32–1429, Revision 02, is
intended to provide an airplane jacking
procedure that could allow modification
of the MLG while it is attached to the
airplane.
We partially agree with the
commenter’s request. We do not agree to
delay issuance of this final rule. We
have coordinated this issue with Airbus,
and Airbus does not recommend
postponing accomplishment of Airbus
Service Bulletin A320–32–1429,
Revision 01, altogether. Airbus does
recommend that operators planning to
do the modification/replacement ‘‘on
wing’’ postpone accomplishment until
the jacking procedure is provided.
Airbus also recommends that the
modification/replacement be
accomplished when the airplane is ‘‘in
shop’’ for scheduled MLG overhaul.
Operators are not required to
accomplish the required modification
‘‘on wing.’’ We have revised paragraph
(g)(1) of this AD to clarify that the
modification may be done ‘‘off wing,’’
provided the modified MLG is
reinstalled on the airplane.
Additionally, as previously explained,
we have extended the compliance time
in this AD, effectively doubling the time
in which operators have to accomplish
the required actions.
Request To Change Applicability From
Airplane Model to MLG Component
DAL requested that we revise the
proposed applicability to apply to the
MLG side stays instead of the airplane
model. DAL pointed out that the MLG
side stays are tracked independently
from the airframe because of the 10-year
overhaul requirement for the landing
gear. DAL reasons that compliance
could then be tracked at the component
level, simplifying compliance.
We disagree with the commenter’s
request. Not all U.S. operators may track
the MLG parts using a method similar
to that used by DAL. Therefore, while
the requested change might simplify
compliance tracking for DAL, it might
complicate compliance tracking for
other operators. We have not revised
this AD in this regard.
Request To Remove Statement
Regarding Method of Repair
DAL requested that we revise the
proposed AD to remove the statement
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regarding the method of replacement
specified in paragraph (g)(2) of the
proposed AD. Instead, DAL
recommended allowing operators to
replace the MLG side stays using normal
airplane maintenance manual (AMM)
procedures. DAL explains that the AMM
procedures include both pre- and postmodification procedures as specified in
Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32–1429,
Revision 01. However, DAL pointed out
that, as of the effective date of this AD,
paragraph (i) of the proposed AD states
that only post-modification MLG side
stays may be installed, so only the postmodification AMM procedures will
apply. The pre-modification procedures
will be removed from the AMM, and
there will be no risk of de-modifying the
MLG side stay.
We disagree with the commenter’s
request. AMMs are customizable
documents that may be used for
compliance with paragraph (g)(2) of this
AD only with an approved method of
compliance. Operators may request that
their AMM be revised to show only the
post-modification MLG configuration
for installing new MLG side stays, or
request an AMOC to use another
acceptable method for installing the
MLG side stays. We have not changed
this AD in this regard.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data,
considered the comments received, and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
with the changes described previously
and minor editorial changes. We have
determined that these minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these
changes will not increase the economic
burden on any operator or increase the
scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We have reviewed the following
service information.
• Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32–
1429, Revision 01, dated February 29,
2016.
• Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
Bulletin 200–32–315, dated April 24,
2015.
• Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
Bulletin 201–32–63, dated April 24,
2015.
The service information describes
procedures for modifying the MLG side
stay assembly. The Messier-BugattiDowty documents are distinct since
they apply to different airplane models.
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 959
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Replacement or modification ..........................
9 work-hour × $85 per hour = $765 ...............
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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
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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:
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Cost per
product
$14,104
Cost on U.S.
operators
$14,869
$14,259,371
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
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2017–13–12 Airbus: Amendment 39–18942;
Docket No. FAA–2016–9071; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NM–019–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective August 9, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified
in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), and (c)(4)
of this AD, certificated in any category, all
manufacturer serial numbers.
(1) Airbus Model A318–111, –112, –121,
and –122 airplanes.
(2) Airbus Model A319–111, –112, –113,
–114, –115, –131, –132, and –133 airplanes.
(3) Airbus Model A320–211, –212, –214,
–231, –232, and –233 airplanes.
(4) Airbus Model A321–111, –112, –131,
–211, –212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes.
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(d) Subject
(g) Modification or Replacement
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 32, Landing Gear.
Within 120 months after the effective date
of this AD, accomplish the action specified
in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD.
(1) Modify each MLG side stay assembly
having a part number listed in figure 1 to
paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320–
32–1429, Revision 01, dated February 29,
2016, and the service information specified
in paragraph (g)(1)(i) or (g)(1)(ii) of this AD,
as applicable. The modification may be done
‘‘off wing,’’ provided the modified MLG is
reinstalled on the airplane.
(i) For Model A318 series airplanes; Model
A319 series airplanes; and Model A320–211,
–212, –214, –231, –232, and –233 airplanes:
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by an evaluation by
the design approval holder, which indicates
that the main landing gear (MLG) does not
comply with certification specifications,
which could result in a locking failure of the
MLG side stay. We are issuing this AD to
prevent possible collapse of the MLG during
takeoff and landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200–
32–315, dated April 24, 2015.
(ii) For Model A321 series airplanes:
Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 201–
32–63, dated April 24, 2015.
(2) Replace the MLG side stay assembly
with a side stay assembly that has been
modified in accordance with paragraph (g)(1)
of this AD. Do the replacement 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).
Note 1 to paragraph (g)(2) of this AD:
Additional guidance for the replacement can
be found in Chapter 32 of the Airbus A318/
A319/A320/A321 Aircraft Maintenance
Manual.
FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPHS (g), (h), AND (i) OF THIS AD—AFFECTED MLG SIDE STAY ASSEMBLIES
Models
Affected part Nos.
(P/N)
A318–111, –112, –121, and –122 airplanes .........................................
A319–111, –112, –113, –114, –115, –131, –132, and –133 airplanes;
and
A320–211, –212, –214, –231, –232, and –233 airplanes .....................
201166001–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166002–xxx 1 .............................................................
12
12
201166003–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166004–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166005–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166006–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166007–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166008–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166009–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166010–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166011–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166012–xxx 1 .............................................................
201166013–000 through 201166013–030 inclusive 2 .....
201166014–000 through 201166014–030 inclusive 2 .....
201390001–000 through 201390001–040 inclusive 2 .....
201390002–000 through 201390002–040 inclusive 2 .....
201527001–000 through 201527001–025 inclusive 2 .....
201527002–000 through 201527002–025 inclusive 2 .....
201524001–000 through 201524001–035 inclusive 2 .....
201524002–000 through 201524002–035 inclusive 2 .....
201660001–000 through 201660001–030 inclusive 2 .....
201660002–000 through 201660002–030 inclusive 2 .....
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
12
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
15
A321–111, –112, and –131 airplanes ...................................................
A321–211, –212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes ...............................
Strike No.
not cancelled
1 The
‘xxx’ used in this figure can be any 3-digit combination.
having a P/N with no dash number after the first 9 digits are also affected. Units having a P/N with the first 9 digits and a dash number
higher than those listed, are not affected by the requirements of this AD.
2 Units
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(h) Unaffected Airplanes
An airplane on which Airbus Modification
(Mod) 156646, Airbus Mod 161202, or Airbus
Mod 161346 has been embodied in
production is not affected by the
requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD,
provided it is determined that no part having
a part number identified in figure 1 to
paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, has
been installed on that airplane since the date
of issuance of the original certificate of
airworthiness or the original export
certificate of airworthiness. A review of the
airplane maintenance records is acceptable to
make this determination, provided that these
records are accurate and can be relied upon
to conclusively make that determination.
(i) Parts Installation Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, do not
install on any airplane, an MLG side stay
assembly having a part number, with the
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strike number not cancelled, as identified in
figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this
AD, unless it has been modified in
accordance with the requirements of
paragraph (g) of this AD.
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those
actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin
A320–32–1429, dated September 10, 2015.
(k) 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.
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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 International Branch,
send it to the attention of the person
identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD.
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
EASA; or Airbus’s EASA DOA. If approved
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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.
(l) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
2016–0018R1, dated September 14, 2016, for
related information. You may examine the
MCAI on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA–2016–9071.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
telephone 425–227–1405; fax 425–227–1149.
(3) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (m)(3), (m)(4), and (m)(5) of this
AD.
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by the DOA, the approval must include the
DOA-authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any
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.
Federal Aviation Administration
(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 this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320–32–1429,
Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016.
(ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin
200–32–315, dated April 24, 2015.
(iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service
Bulletin 201–32–63, dated April 24, 2015.
(3) For Airbus service information
identified in this AD, contact Airbus,
Airworthiness Office—EIAS, 1 Rond Point
Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex,
France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax:
+33 5 61 93 44 51; email: account.airwortheas@airbus.com; Internet: https://
www.airbus.com.
(4) For Messier-Dowty service information
identified in this AD, contact Messier-Dowty:
Messier Services Americas, Customer
Support Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling,
VA 20166–8910; telephone: 703–450–8233;
fax: 703–404–1621; Internet: https://
techpubs.services/messier-dowty.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
VerDate Sep<11>2014
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 19,
2017.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2017–13759 Filed 7–3–17; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9384; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NM–154–AD; Amendment
39–18944; AD 2017–13–14]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Company Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
The Boeing Company Model 777–300ER
series airplanes. This AD was prompted
by a report that certain galley tripod
mount assemblies were not connected to
the tie rods in the overhead support
structure. This AD requires an
inspection of certain galleys for the
presence of the hardware that connects
the tripod mount assembly to the tie
rods in the overhead support structure,
and corrective actions if necessary. We
are issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective August 9,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of August 9, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740;
telephone 562–797–1717; Internet
https://www.myboeingfleet.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://
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www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
9384.
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–
9384; or in person at the Docket
Management Facility between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for the
Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Allison Buss, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental
Systems Branch, ANM–150S, FAA,
Seattle Aircraft Certification Office
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6495;
fax: 425–917–6590; email: allison.buss@
faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain The Boeing Company
Model 777–300ER series airplanes. The
NPRM published in the Federal
Register on November 17, 2016 (81 FR
81021) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM was
prompted by a report that the T53 and
T52 tie rods to the tripod mount
assembly in the A2 and A3 galleys were
found unattached during a routine
production inspection of certain
airplanes before delivery. The NPRM
proposed to require an inspection of A2
and A3 galleys for the presence of the
hardware that connects the tripod
mount assembly to the tie rods in the
overhead support structure, and
corrective actions if necessary. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct an
unconnected galley tripod mount
assembly to the tie rods in the overhead
support structure, which can cause a
galley to come loose under a high
dynamic load, causing a risk of serious
injury to passengers and the blocking of
evacuation routes.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. The
following presents the comments
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 127 (Wednesday, July 5, 2017)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2016-9071; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-019-AD;
Amendment 39-18942; AD 2017-13-12]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus Model A318 and A319 series airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -
214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -
211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by an
evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH), which indicates that
the main landing gear (MLG) does not comply with certification
specifications, which could result in a locking failure of the MLG side
stay. This AD requires modification or replacement of certain MLG side
stay assemblies. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective August 9, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 9,
2017.
ADDRESSES: For Airbus service information identified in this final
rule, contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: account.airworth-eas@airbus.com;
Internet: https://www.airbus.com.
For Messier-Dowty service information identified in this final
rule, contact Messier-Dowty: Messier Services Americas, Customer
Support Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; telephone:
703-450-8233; fax: 703-404-1621; Internet: https://techpubs.services/messier-dowty.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-
9071.
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-
9071; 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: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1405;
fax 425-227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Airbus Model A318 and
A319 series airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233
airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and
-232 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on September
8, 2016 (81 FR 62035). The NPRM was prompted by an evaluation by the
DAH which indicates that the MLG does not comply with certification
specifications, which could result in a locking failure of the MLG side
stay. The NPRM proposed to require modification or replacement of
certain MLG side stay assemblies. We are issuing this AD to prevent
possible collapse of the MLG during takeoff and landing.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD
2016-0018R1, dated September 14, 2016 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to
correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Model A318 and A319 series
airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes;
and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232
airplanes. The MCAI states:
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During studies for a new landing gear design, it was discovered
that the single-locked upper and lower cardan joints of the Main
Landing Gear (MLG) do not comply with the certification
specifications of (CS, formerly [Joint Aviation Requirements] JAR)
Part 25.607.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to MLG side stay
locking failure that, during take-off and landing, may result in
damage to the aeroplane and detrimental effect on safe flight.
To address this potential unsafe condition, the MLG manufacturer
developed a modification to change the single-locked MLG joint into
a double-locked one. This modification is available for in-service
application through Messier-Bugatti-Dowty (MBD) Service Bulletin
(SB) 200-32-315 or SB 201-32-63, or Airbus SB A320-32-1429.
For the reasons described above, EASA issued AD 2016-0018 to
require modification or replacement of the MLG side stay assemblies,
introducing the double locking of the MLG upper and lower cardan
joints.
Following new engineering evaluation, this [EASA] AD is revised
to extend the compliance time. This revised [EASA] AD also clarifies
the affected Part Number (P/N) references in Appendix 1 by adding
Notes, and introduces some editorial changes without affecting the
requirements.
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-
9071.
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.
Support for the NPRM
Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA), American
Airlines (AAL), and Allegiant Air (Allegiant) expressed support for the
NPRM.
Requests To Extend Compliance Time for the Proposed Modification/
Replacement
Air France, AAL, Delta Airlines (DAL), and Virgin America (Virgin)
commented that EASA has released EASA AD 2016-0018R1, dated September
14, 2016 (``EASA AD 2016-0018R1''). The commenters pointed out that
EASA AD 2016-0018R1 extends the compliance time for the modification or
replacement from 66 months to 120 months following a new engineering
evaluation. Air France and Virgin America (Virgin) requested that the
FAA refer to EASA AD 2016-0018R1. DAL also asserts that the extension
would enable operators to accomplish the modification during MLG
overhauls with no impact on airline operations.
We agree with the commenters' requests to extend the compliance
time for the modification or replacement. We have determined that,
based on the new engineering evaluation, extending the compliance time
will not adversely affect safety, and will provide operators more
flexibility regarding where and when they accomplish the required
actions. We have revised paragraph (g) of this AD to specify a
compliance time of within 120 months after the effective date of this
AD.
Requests To Refer to Updated Service Information
Allegiant and DAL requested that we revise the NPRM to refer to
Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated February 29,
2016 (``Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01''). The
commenters explained that Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429,
Revision 01, contains corrected part numbers for certain MLG side stay
assemblies.
We agree with the commenters for the reasons provided. We have
revised this AD to refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429,
Revision 01. We have also revised this AD to provide credit for actions
done before the effective date of this AD, if those actions were done
using Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, dated September 10, 2015.
Request To Change Tracking Method of Completed Modification
AAL requested that we revise the NPRM to require the manufacturer
to change its method of adding a modification strike to track
accomplishment of the proposed modification. AAL suggested that the
manufacturer develop a new part number for easier tracking of a
completed modification.
We disagree with the commenter's request. We have determined that
the actions required by this AD, as specified in the service
information, adequately address the unsafe condition. We have not
revised this AD in this regard. However, if the manufacturer revises
the service information in the future, operators may request approval
of an alternative method of compliance (AMOC), provided adequate data
are provided to substantiate that the AMOC provides an acceptable level
of safety.
Request To Postpone Release of This AD
Allegiant requested that this AD be postponed until Airbus Service
Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 02, is published. Allegiant stated that
Revision 02 will incorporate updated information described in Airbus
Operators Information Transmission (OIT) 16-0028, Revision 01, dated
May 26, 2016. Allegiant pointed out that the Airbus OIT explains that
there could be difficulties with accomplishing the required actions
``on-wing,'' and that Airbus recommends postponing accomplishment of
the required actions. Allegiant asserts that Airbus Service Bulletin
A320-32-1429, Revision 02, is intended to provide an airplane jacking
procedure that could allow modification of the MLG while it is attached
to the airplane.
We partially agree with the commenter's request. We do not agree to
delay issuance of this final rule. We have coordinated this issue with
Airbus, and Airbus does not recommend postponing accomplishment of
Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, altogether. Airbus
does recommend that operators planning to do the modification/
replacement ``on wing'' postpone accomplishment until the jacking
procedure is provided. Airbus also recommends that the modification/
replacement be accomplished when the airplane is ``in shop'' for
scheduled MLG overhaul.
Operators are not required to accomplish the required modification
``on wing.'' We have revised paragraph (g)(1) of this AD to clarify
that the modification may be done ``off wing,'' provided the modified
MLG is reinstalled on the airplane. Additionally, as previously
explained, we have extended the compliance time in this AD, effectively
doubling the time in which operators have to accomplish the required
actions.
Request To Change Applicability From Airplane Model to MLG Component
DAL requested that we revise the proposed applicability to apply to
the MLG side stays instead of the airplane model. DAL pointed out that
the MLG side stays are tracked independently from the airframe because
of the 10-year overhaul requirement for the landing gear. DAL reasons
that compliance could then be tracked at the component level,
simplifying compliance.
We disagree with the commenter's request. Not all U.S. operators
may track the MLG parts using a method similar to that used by DAL.
Therefore, while the requested change might simplify compliance
tracking for DAL, it might complicate compliance tracking for other
operators. We have not revised this AD in this regard.
Request To Remove Statement Regarding Method of Repair
DAL requested that we revise the proposed AD to remove the
statement
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regarding the method of replacement specified in paragraph (g)(2) of
the proposed AD. Instead, DAL recommended allowing operators to replace
the MLG side stays using normal airplane maintenance manual (AMM)
procedures. DAL explains that the AMM procedures include both pre- and
post-modification procedures as specified in Airbus Service Bulletin
A320-32-1429, Revision 01. However, DAL pointed out that, as of the
effective date of this AD, paragraph (i) of the proposed AD states that
only post-modification MLG side stays may be installed, so only the
post-modification AMM procedures will apply. The pre-modification
procedures will be removed from the AMM, and there will be no risk of
de-modifying the MLG side stay.
We disagree with the commenter's request. AMMs are customizable
documents that may be used for compliance with paragraph (g)(2) of this
AD only with an approved method of compliance. Operators may request
that their AMM be revised to show only the post-modification MLG
configuration for installing new MLG side stays, or request an AMOC to
use another acceptable method for installing the MLG side stays. We
have not changed this AD in this regard.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We have reviewed the following service information.
Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated
February 29, 2016.
Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200-32-315, dated
April 24, 2015.
Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 201-32-63, dated
April 24, 2015.
The service information describes procedures for modifying the MLG
side stay assembly. The Messier-Bugatti-Dowty documents are distinct
since they apply to different airplane models. 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 959 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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Replacement or modification........... 9 work-hour x $85 per $14,104 $14,869 $14,259,371
hour = $765.
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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]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2017-13-12 Airbus: Amendment 39-18942; Docket No. FAA-2016-9071;
Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-019-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective August 9, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs
(c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), and (c)(4) of this AD, certificated in any
category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
(1) Airbus Model A318-111, -112, -121, and -122 airplanes.
(2) Airbus Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132,
and -133 airplanes.
(3) Airbus Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233
airplanes.
(4) Airbus Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231,
and -232 airplanes.
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(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing
Gear.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by an evaluation by the design approval
holder, which indicates that the main landing gear (MLG) does not
comply with certification specifications, which could result in a
locking failure of the MLG side stay. We are issuing this AD to
prevent possible collapse of the MLG during takeoff and landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Modification or Replacement
Within 120 months after the effective date of this AD,
accomplish the action specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of
this AD.
(1) Modify each MLG side stay assembly having a part number
listed in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated February 29, 2016, and the
service information specified in paragraph (g)(1)(i) or (g)(1)(ii)
of this AD, as applicable. The modification may be done ``off
wing,'' provided the modified MLG is reinstalled on the airplane.
(i) For Model A318 series airplanes; Model A319 series
airplanes; and Model A320-211, -212, -214, -231, -232, and -233
airplanes: Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200-32-315, dated
April 24, 2015.
(ii) For Model A321 series airplanes: Messier-Bugatti-Dowty
Service Bulletin 201-32-63, dated April 24, 2015.
(2) Replace the MLG side stay assembly with a side stay assembly
that has been modified in accordance with paragraph (g)(1) of this
AD. Do the replacement 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).
Note 1 to paragraph (g)(2) of this AD: Additional guidance for
the replacement can be found in Chapter 32 of the Airbus A318/A319/
A320/A321 Aircraft Maintenance Manual.
Figure 1 to Paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of This AD--Affected MLG Side Stay Assemblies
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Strike No. not
Models Affected part Nos. (P/N) cancelled
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A318-111, -112, -121, and - 201166001-xxx \1\................................................. 12
122 airplanes.
A319-111, -112, -113, -114, - 201166002-xxx \1\................................................. 12
115, -131, -132, and -133
airplanes; and
A320-211, -212, -214, -231, - 201166003-xxx \1\................................................. 12
232, and -233 airplanes.
201166004-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166005-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166006-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166007-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166008-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166009-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166010-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166011-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166012-xxx \1\................................................. 12
201166013-000 through 201166013-030 inclusive \2\................. 12
201166014-000 through 201166014-030 inclusive \2\................. 12
A321-111, -112, and -131 201390001-000 through 201390001-040 inclusive \2\................. 15
airplanes. 201390002-000 through 201390002-040 inclusive \2\................. 15
201527001-000 through 201527001-025 inclusive \2\................. 15
201527002-000 through 201527002-025 inclusive \2\................. 15
A321-211, -212, -213, -231, 201524001-000 through 201524001-035 inclusive \2\................. 15
and -232 airplanes. 201524002-000 through 201524002-035 inclusive \2\................. 15
201660001-000 through 201660001-030 inclusive \2\................. 15
201660002-000 through 201660002-030 inclusive \2\................. 15
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\1\ The `xxx' used in this figure can be any 3-digit combination.
\2\ Units having a P/N with no dash number after the first 9 digits are also affected. Units having a P/N with
the first 9 digits and a dash number higher than those listed, are not affected by the requirements of this
AD.
(h) Unaffected Airplanes
An airplane on which Airbus Modification (Mod) 156646, Airbus
Mod 161202, or Airbus Mod 161346 has been embodied in production is
not affected by the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD,
provided it is determined that no part having a part number
identified in figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (i) of this AD,
has been installed on that airplane since the date of issuance of
the original certificate of airworthiness or the original export
certificate of airworthiness. A review of the airplane maintenance
records is acceptable to make this determination, provided that
these records are accurate and can be relied upon to conclusively
make that determination.
(i) Parts Installation Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, do not install on any
airplane, an MLG side stay assembly having a part number, with the
strike number not cancelled, as identified in figure 1 to paragraphs
(g), (h), and (i) of this AD, unless it has been modified in
accordance with the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD.
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph
(g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, dated
September 10, 2015.
(k) 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 manager of the International Branch, send it to the
attention of the person identified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD.
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 EASA; or
Airbus's EASA DOA. If approved
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by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any 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.
(l) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0018R1, dated September 14, 2016, for related
information. You may examine the MCAI on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-
2016-9071.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Sanjay Ralhan,
Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-
3356; telephone 425-227-1405; fax 425-227-1149.
(3) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (m)(3), (m)(4), and (m)(5) of this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-32-1429, Revision 01, dated
February 29, 2016.
(ii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 200-32-315, dated
April 24, 2015.
(iii) Messier-Bugatti-Dowty Service Bulletin 201-32-63, dated
April 24, 2015.
(3) For Airbus service information identified in this AD,
contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email: account.airworth-eas@airbus.com;
Internet: https://www.airbus.com.
(4) For Messier-Dowty service information identified in this AD,
contact Messier-Dowty: Messier Services Americas, Customer Support
Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; telephone: 703-
450-8233; fax: 703-404-1621; Internet: https://techpubs.services/messier-dowty.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 19, 2017.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-13759 Filed 7-3-17; 8:45 am]
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