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Tuesday, September 26, 2017
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0241; Product
Identifier 2017–NE–09–AD; Amendment 39–
19045; AD 2017–19–15]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Technify
Motors GmbH Reciprocating Engines
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Technify Motors GmbH TAE 125–02
reciprocating engines. This AD requires
replacement of the clutch with a dual
mass flywheel. This AD was prompted
by a loss of engine power in flight
caused by oil leaking from the gearbox
radial shaft sealing ring that
contaminated the clutch. We are issuing
this AD to correct the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
October 31, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of October 31, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Technify Motors GmbH, Platanenstrasse
14, D–09356 Sankt Egidien, Germany;
phone: +49 37204 696 0; fax: +49 37204
696 29125; email: info@centurionengines.com. You may view this service
information at the FAA, Engine and
Propeller Standards Branch, 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
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SUMMARY:
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https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0241.
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–2017–
0241; 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 mandatory
continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI), 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:
Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, ECO
Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
238–7754; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
robert.green@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 the specified products. The
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on May 5, 2017 (82 FR 21144).
The NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
A temporary power loss occurred during
flight on a TAE 125–02-powered aeroplane.
Following investigation, it was determined
that an improper lapping of the gearbox
driveshaft led to insufficient sealing of the
gearbox radial shaft sealing ring, eventually
resulting in oil leakage and oil contamination
of the clutch.
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to permanent engine
power loss, possibly resulting in reduced
control of the aeroplane.
You may obtain further information
by examining the MCAI in the AD
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docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0241.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Revision to Economic Estimate
We corrected the estimate of work
hours from 0 in the NPRM to 4 in this
final rule. This revision increases the
estimate of the cost per product from
$5,805 in the NPRM to $6,145 in this
final rule. The total cost was correctly
estimated at $24,580 in the NPRM and
is therefore unchanged in this final rule.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this
final rule as proposed except for minor
editorial changes and the minor
revisions to the costs of compliance
section noted above. We have
determined that these minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the NPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
Technify Motors GmbH has issued
Service Bulletin (SB) No. SB TMG 125–
1020 P1, Initial Issue, dated January 27,
2016. The SB describes procedures for
replacing the clutch with a dual mass
flywheel. 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 4
engines installed on airplanes of U.S.
registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
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ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Replace clutch and gearbox ...
4 work-hours × $85 per hour = $340 .....................................
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.
This AD is issued in accordance with
authority delegated by the Executive
Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
In accordance with that order, issuance
of ADs is normally a function of the
Compliance and Airworthiness
Division, but during this transition
period, the Executive Director has
delegated the authority to issue ADs
applicable to engines, propellers, and
Parts cost
appliances to the Manager, Engine and
Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and
Innovation Division.
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 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 to the extent that it justifies
making a regulatory distinction, 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.
Cost per
product
$5,805
Cost on U.S.
operators
$6,145
$24,580
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):
■
2017–19–15 Technify Motors GmbH:
Amendment 39–19045; Docket No.
FAA–2017–0241; Product Identifier
2017–NE–09–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective October 31,
2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Technify Motors GmbH
TAE 125–02–99 (commercial designation
CD–135, formerly Centurion 2.0) and TAE
125–02–114 (commercial designation CD–
155, formerly Centurion 2.0S) reciprocating
engines with a gearbox serial number (S/N)
listed in Figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD.
FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (c) OF THIS AD—GEARBOX S/NS
00095
00327
00923
01237
01388
01655
01884
01977
02189
00107
00396
00957
01241
01418
01704
01887
01978
02228
00139
00432
01019
01245
01427
01711
01891
01986
02289
00160
00459
01048
01288
01487
01755
01893
02026
02298
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(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a loss of engine
power in flight caused by oil leaking from the
gearbox radial shaft sealing ring that
contaminated the clutch. We are issuing this
AD to prevent failure of the clutch, loss of
engine power in flight, and reduced control
of the airplane.
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(f) Compliance
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
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(1) Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(2) Within 55 flight hours after the effective
date of this AD:
(i) Replace the clutch with a dual mass
flywheel. Use Technify Motors Service
Bulletin (SB) No. SB TMG 125–1020 P1,
Initial Issue, dated January 27, 2016, to do
the replacement.
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01561
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01933
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01357
01598
01881
01935
02141
02354
00224
00884
01236
01361
01634
01883
01951
02167
02432
(ii) Install a start phase monitoring system
and software mapping in accordance with the
requirements of FAA AD 2015–21–01 (80 FR
64314, October 23, 2015); and
(iii) Inspect the rear radial shaft sealing
ring on the gearbox for oil leakage in
accordance with Figures 2 and 3 of Technify
Motors SB No. SB TMG 125–1020 P1, Initial
Issue, dated January 27, 2016. If an oil leak
is detected, replace the gearbox with a part
eligible for installation before the next flight.
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(g) Installation Prohibition
After the effective date of this AD:
(1) Do not install an engine that is
equipped with a clutch and has an affected
gearbox listed in Figure 1 to paragraph (c) of
this AD;
(2) Do not install an affected gearbox on an
engine unless it has passed the inspection
required by paragraph (f)(2)(iii) of this AD;
and
(3) Do not install a clutch on an engine
previously modified in accordance with the
requirements of paragraph (f)(2) of this AD or
already incorporating a dual mass flywheel.
the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, 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 ECO Branch, send it to
the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. You may email
your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
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(i) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer,
ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
7754; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
robert.green@faa.gov.
(2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
Safety Agency AD 2017–0034, dated
February 20, 2017, for more information. You
may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on
the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating it in Docket No.
FAA–2017–0241.
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Technify Motors GmbH Service Bulletin
No. SB TMG 125–1020 P1, Initial Issue, dated
January 27, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Technify Motors GmbH service
information identified in this AD, contact
Technify Motors GmbH, Platanenstrasse 14,
D–09356 Sankt Egidien, Germany; phone:
+49 37204 696 0; fax: +49 37204 696 29125;
email: info@centurion-engines.com. You may
view this referenced service information at
FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
MA. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call 781–238–7125.
(4) You may view this service information
at the National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on
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Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
September 13, 2017.
Robert J. Ganley,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2017–20419 Filed 9–25–17; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0140; Product
Identifier 2017–NE–05–AD; Amendment 39–
19048; AD 2017–19–18]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce
Deutschland Ltd & Co KG Turbofan
Engines
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG
(RRD) model Tay 620–15 turbofan
engines. This AD requires reducing the
maximum approved life limit. This AD
was prompted by RRD recalculating the
life limit for certain high-pressure
compressor (HPC) stage 12 rotor disks.
We are issuing this AD to correct the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
October 31, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG,
Eschenweg 11–15827 Dahlewitz,
Blankenfelde-Mahlow, Germany; phone:
+49 0 33–7086–1944; fax: +49 0 33–
7086–3276. You may view this service
information at the FAA, Engine and
Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and
Innovation Division, 1200 District
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. 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–2017–
0140.
SUMMARY:
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–2017–
0140; or in person at the Docket
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Management Facility between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the mandatory
continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI), 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:
Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, FAA,
ECO Branch, Compliance and
Airworthiness Division, 1200 District
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone:
781–238–7754; fax: 781–238–7199;
email: robert.green@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 the specified products. The
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on May 26, 2017 (82 FR 24257).
The NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
Based on revised stress analysis and life
calculation, Rolls-Royce Deutschland (RRD)
determined new provisional life limits for
HPC stage 12 rotor disc Part Number (P/N)
JR18449, reducing the maximum approved
life limit defined in the Tay 620–15 and Tay
620–15/20 engine Time Limits Manual
(TLM), Chapter 05–10–01, Task 05–10–01–
800–000, currently at revision dated 15
September 2014. Failure to replace a HPC
stage 12 rotor disc P/N JR18449, before
exceeding the thresholds defined by this AD,
could lead to an uncontained HPC stage 12
rotor disc failure, possibly resulting in
damage to, and/or reduced control of, the
aeroplane.
You may obtain further information
by examining the MCAI in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0140.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the NPRM (82
FR 24257, May 26, 2017) or on the
determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
as proposed.
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Federal Register
________________________________________________________________________
This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents
having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed
to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published
under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510.
The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by the Superintendent of Documents.
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Rules and Regulations
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2017-0241; Product Identifier 2017-NE-09-AD; Amendment
39-19045; AD 2017-19-15]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Technify Motors GmbH Reciprocating
Engines
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Technify Motors GmbH TAE 125-02 reciprocating engines. This AD requires
replacement of the clutch with a dual mass flywheel. This AD was
prompted by a loss of engine power in flight caused by oil leaking from
the gearbox radial shaft sealing ring that contaminated the clutch. We
are issuing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective October 31, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of October 31,
2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Technify Motors GmbH, Platanenstrasse 14, D-09356 Sankt
Egidien, Germany; phone: +49 37204 696 0; fax: +49 37204 696 29125;
email: engines.com">info@centurion-engines.com. You may view this service
information at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 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-2017-0241.
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-2017-
0241; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI), 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: Robert Green, Aerospace Engineer, ECO
Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-
238-7754; fax: 781-238-7199; email: robert.green@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 the specified products. The
NPRM was published in the Federal Register on May 5, 2017 (82 FR
21144). The NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI) states:
A temporary power loss occurred during flight on a TAE 125-02-
powered aeroplane. Following investigation, it was determined that
an improper lapping of the gearbox driveshaft led to insufficient
sealing of the gearbox radial shaft sealing ring, eventually
resulting in oil leakage and oil contamination of the clutch.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
permanent engine power loss, possibly resulting in reduced control
of the aeroplane.
You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0241.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Revision to Economic Estimate
We corrected the estimate of work hours from 0 in the NPRM to 4 in
this final rule. This revision increases the estimate of the cost per
product from $5,805 in the NPRM to $6,145 in this final rule. The total
cost was correctly estimated at $24,580 in the NPRM and is therefore
unchanged in this final rule.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed except
for minor editorial changes and the minor revisions to the costs of
compliance section noted above. We have determined that these minor
changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Technify Motors GmbH has issued Service Bulletin (SB) No. SB TMG
125-1020 P1, Initial Issue, dated January 27, 2016. The SB describes
procedures for replacing the clutch with a dual mass flywheel. 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 4 engines installed on airplanes
of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
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Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Replace clutch and gearbox......... 4 work-hours x $85 per hour $5,805 $6,145 $24,580
= $340.
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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.
This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the
authority to issue ADs applicable to engines, propellers, and
appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch,
Policy and Innovation Division.
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 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 to the extent
that it justifies making a regulatory distinction, and
(4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2017-19-15 Technify Motors GmbH: Amendment 39-19045; Docket No. FAA-
2017-0241; Product Identifier 2017-NE-09-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective October 31, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Technify Motors GmbH TAE 125-02-99
(commercial designation CD-135, formerly Centurion 2.0) and TAE 125-
02-114 (commercial designation CD-155, formerly Centurion 2.0S)
reciprocating engines with a gearbox serial number (S/N) listed in
Figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD.
Figure 1 to Paragraph (c) of This AD--Gearbox S/Ns
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00095 00107 00139 00160 00171 00172 00179 00189 00224
00327 00396 00432 00459 00481 00564 00688 00697 00884
00923 00957 01019 01048 01081 01082 01106 01125 01236
01237 01241 01245 01288 01311 01314 01351 01357 01361
01388 01418 01427 01487 01529 01534 01561 01598 01634
01655 01704 01711 01755 01762 01786 01844 01881 01883
01884 01887 01891 01893 01904 01928 01933 01935 01951
01977 01978 01986 02026 02040 02041 02127 02141 02167
02189 02228 02289 02298 02304 02314 02316 02354 02432
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(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 8510, Reciprocating
Engine Front Section.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a loss of engine power in flight caused
by oil leaking from the gearbox radial shaft sealing ring that
contaminated the clutch. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure
of the clutch, loss of engine power in flight, and reduced control
of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
(1) Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(2) Within 55 flight hours after the effective date of this AD:
(i) Replace the clutch with a dual mass flywheel. Use Technify
Motors Service Bulletin (SB) No. SB TMG 125-1020 P1, Initial Issue,
dated January 27, 2016, to do the replacement.
(ii) Install a start phase monitoring system and software
mapping in accordance with the requirements of FAA AD 2015-21-01 (80
FR 64314, October 23, 2015); and
(iii) Inspect the rear radial shaft sealing ring on the gearbox
for oil leakage in accordance with Figures 2 and 3 of Technify
Motors SB No. SB TMG 125-1020 P1, Initial Issue, dated January 27,
2016. If an oil leak is detected, replace the gearbox with a part
eligible for installation before the next flight.
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(g) Installation Prohibition
After the effective date of this AD:
(1) Do not install an engine that is equipped with a clutch and
has an affected gearbox listed in Figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this
AD;
(2) Do not install an affected gearbox on an engine unless it
has passed the inspection required by paragraph (f)(2)(iii) of this
AD; and
(3) Do not install a clutch on an engine previously modified in
accordance with the requirements of paragraph (f)(2) of this AD or
already incorporating a dual mass flywheel.
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, ECO Branch, 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
ECO Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. You may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@faa.gov.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
(i) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD, contact Robert Green,
Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7754; fax: 781-238-7199; email:
robert.green@faa.gov.
(2) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency AD 2017-0034,
dated February 20, 2017, for more information. You may examine the
MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov
by searching for and locating it in Docket No. FAA-2017-0241.
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Technify Motors GmbH Service Bulletin No. SB TMG 125-1020
P1, Initial Issue, dated January 27, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Technify Motors GmbH service information identified in
this AD, contact Technify Motors GmbH, Platanenstrasse 14, D-09356
Sankt Egidien, Germany; phone: +49 37204 696 0; fax: +49 37204 696
29125; email: engines.com">info@centurion-engines.com. You may view this
referenced service information at FAA, Engine and Propeller
Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
781-238-7125.
(4) 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 September 13, 2017.
Robert J. Ganley,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-20419 Filed 9-25-17; 8:45 am]
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