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Linda E. McMahon,
Administrator.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9386; Product
Identifier 2016–NM–056–AD; Amendment
39–19055; AD 2017–19–25]
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly
Known as Construcciones
Aeronauticas, S.A.) Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus Defense and Space S.A. Model
CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200,
and CN–235–300 airplanes; and Model
C–295 airplanes. This AD was prompted
by reports of leakage of motorized crossfeed fuel valves. This AD requires
repetitive inspections and operational
checks of the affected fuel valves, and
corrective actions if necessary. We are
issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective November 1,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of November 1, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Airbus Defense and Space Services/
Engineering Support, Avenida de
´
Aragon 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain;
telephone +34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91
585 31 27; email
MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.;
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SUMMARY:
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Internet https://www.eads.net. You may
view this referenced service information
at the FAA, Transport Standards
Branch, 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–2016–9386.
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–
9386; 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:
Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–
3356; telephone 425–227–1112; fax
425–227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of
proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
that would apply to all Airbus Defense
and Space S.A. Model CN–235, CN–
235–100, CN–235–200, and CN–235–
300 airplanes; and Model C–295
airplanes. The SNPRM published in the
Federal Register on June 21, 2017 (82
FR 28274) (‘‘the SNPRM’’). We preceded
the SNPRM with a notice of proposed
rulemaking that published in the
Federal Register on November 25, 2016
(81 FR 85169) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The
NPRM proposed to require an
inspection of motorized cross-feed fuel
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valves and, depending on findings,
applicable corrective action(s). The
NPRM was prompted by leakage of a
motorized cross-feed fuel valve. The
SNPRM proposed to require a reduced
compliance time for the initial
inspection, the addition of repetitive
inspections and operational checks, and
corrective actions if necessary. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct
leaks in a motorized fuel valve, which
could lead to failure of the fuel valve
and consequent improper fuel system
functioning or, in case of the presence
of an ignition source, an airplane fire.
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Directive 2017–0004, dated January 9,
2017 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
an unsafe condition for all Airbus
Defense and Space S.A. Model CN–235,
CN–235–100, CN–235–200, and CN–
235–300 airplanes; and Model C–295
airplanes. The MCAI states:
Leakage of a motorised cross-feed fuel
valve Part Number (P/N) 7923227F was
reported on a CN–235–100M aeroplane. The
leakage was observed through the valve
electrical connectors and detected during
accomplishment of a functional check in
accordance with task 28.007 of the CN–235
Maintenance Review Board Report (MRB
CN–235–PV01). Identical motorised fuel
valves are installed on civilian CN–235 and
C–295 aeroplanes, as cross-feed, shut-off and
defueling valves.
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to failure of a motorised
fuel valve and consequent improper
functioning of the fuel system or, in case of
an ignition source, could lead to a fire,
possibly resulting in damage to the aeroplane
and injury to occupants.
To address this potentially unsafe
condition, Airbus Defence & Space (D&S)
issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT)–
CN235–28–0001 and AOT–C295–28–0001 to
provide inspection instructions.
Consequently, EASA issued AD 2016–0071
to require a one-time inspection of the
affected motorised fuel valves and,
depending on findings, accomplishment of
applicable corrective action(s).
Since that [EASA] AD was issued, new
occurrences of fuel leakage involving the
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affected motorised fuel valves were reported
and Airbus D&S issued Revision 1 of AOT–
CN235–28–0001 and Revision 1 of AOT–
C295–28–0001 to introduce repetitive
inspections and operational checks of the
affected motorised fuel valves.
For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD retains the requirements of EASA
AD 2016–0071, which is superseded, and
introduces repetitive inspections and
operational checks [and corrective actions, if
necessary] of the affected fuel valves.
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–
9386.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the SNPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
as proposed except for minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the SNPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the SNPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
Airbus Defense and Space has issued
Alert Operators Transmission (AOT)
AOT–C295–28–0001, Revision 1, dated
September 27, 2016; and AOT–CN235–
28–0001, Revision 1, dated September
27, 2016. This service information
describes procedures for repetitive
inspections, replacement of the
motorized fuel valves, and operational
checks and corrective actions on
affected motorized fuel valves. These
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 14
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Inspection and operational check ...................
Reporting .........................................................
3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 .............
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .................
We estimate the following costs to do
any necessary replacements that will be
Cost per
product
Parts cost
required based on the results of the
required inspection. We have no way of
$0
0
$255
85
Cost on U.S.
operators
$3,570
1,190
determining the number of aircraft that
might need these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Replacement .................................................................
5 work-hours × $85 per hour = $425 ...........................
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.
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We have received no definitive data
that will enable us to provide cost
estimates for the on-condition corrective
actions for the operational check
specified in this AD.
Authority for This Rulemaking
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
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
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Parts cost
$38,448
Cost per
product
$38,873
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 transport category
airplanes to the Director of the System
Oversight 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.
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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
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):
■
2017–19–25 Airbus Defense and Space S.A.
(Formerly known as Construcciones
Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39–
19055; Docket No. FAA–2016–9386;
Product Identifier 2016–NM–056–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective November 1, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
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(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 28, Fuel.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by leakage of a
motorized cross-feed fuel valve, which was
detected during accomplishment of a
functional check. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct leaks in a motorized fuel
valve, which could lead to failure of the fuel
valve and consequent improper fuel system
functioning or, in case of the presence of an
ignition source, an airplane fire.
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(g) Inspection of Motorized Fuel Valves
Within the applicable compliance time
defined in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this
AD: Do an initial general visual inspection of
each motorized fuel valve having part
number (P/N) 7923227F for the presence of
fuel on the electrical connectors and inside
the receptacles, in accordance with the
instructions of Airbus Defense and Space
Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT–
CN235–28–0001, Revision 1; or Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT–C295–28–
0001, Revision 1, both dated September 27,
2016, as applicable. Repeat the inspection
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 300 flight
hours.
(1) For airplanes that, as of the effective
date of this AD, have accumulated 6,000
flight cycles or more since first flight of the
airplane: Do the inspection within 30 flight
cycles or 30 days after the effective date of
this AD, whichever occurs first.
(2) For airplanes that, as of the effective
date of this AD, have accumulated less than
6,000 flight cycles since first flight of the
airplane: Do the inspection within 300 flight
hours or 30 days after the effective date of
this AD, whichever occurs later.
(h) Replacement of Affected Parts
If, during any inspection required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, any leaking of a
motorized fuel valve having P/N 7923227F is
detected: Before the next flight, replace the
affected fuel valve with a serviceable part, in
accordance with the instructions of Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT–CN235–28–
0001, Revision 1; or Airbus Defense and
Space AOT AOT–C295–28–0001, Revision 1,
both dated September 27, 2016, as
applicable. A serviceable part is defined as a
part that is not defective; it could be a used
or new part. Replacement of a motorized fuel
valve on an airplane does not constitute
terminating action for the repetitive
inspections required by paragraph (g) of this
AD for that airplane.
(i) Operational Check
Within 12 months after the effective date
of this AD, and thereafter at intervals not to
exceed 12 months, accomplish an operational
check of each motorized fuel valve P/N
7923227F, in accordance with the
instructions of Airbus Defense and Space
AOT AOT–CN235–28–0001, Revision 1; or
Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT–C295–
28–0001, Revision 1, both dated September
27, 2016, as applicable.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus Defense and
Space S.A. (formerly known as
Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model
CN–235, CN–235–100, CN–235–200, and
CN–235–300 airplanes; and Model C–295
airplanes; certificated in any category, all
manufacturer serial numbers.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(j) Corrective Actions
If, during any operational check, as
required by paragraph (i) of this AD, any
discrepancy is detected, as described in
Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT–
CN235–28–0001, Revision 1; or Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT–C295–28–
0001, Revision 1, both dated September 27,
2016, as applicable: Before further flight,
contact the Manager, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
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European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or
Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s EASA
Design Organization Approval (DOA) to
obtain instructions for corrective actions, and
within the compliance time indicated in
those instructions accomplish the corrective
actions accordingly.
(k) Parts Installation Limitation
As of the effective date of this AD,
replacement of a motorized fuel valve having
P/N 7923227F with a serviceable part on an
airplane is allowed, provided that, within 30
flight cycles or 30 days, whichever occurs
first after installation, the part passes an
inspection done in accordance with the
instructions of Airbus Defense and Space
AOT AOT–CN235–28–0001, Revision 1; or
Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT–C295–
28–0001, Revision 1, both dated September
27, 2016, as applicable.
(l) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions
required by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD,
if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT–CN235–28–
0001; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT
AOT–C295–28–0001, both dated February
19, 2016, as applicable.
(m) Reporting Requirement
At the applicable time specified in
paragraph (m)(1) or (m)(2) of this AD, report
all inspection results to Airbus Defense and
Space Technical Assistance Center
(AMTAC); telephone +34 91 600 79 99; email
mta.technicalservice@airbus.com. The report
must include the inspection results, a
description of any discrepancies found,
operator name, the airplane model and serial
number, valve part number and serial
number, and the number of landings and
flight hours on the airplane.
(1) If the inspection was done on or after
the effective date of this AD: Submit the
report within 60 days after the inspection.
(2) If the inspection was done before the
effective date of this AD: Submit the report
within 60 days after the effective date of this
AD.
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards 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 International Section, send it
to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (o)(2) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOCREQUESTS@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
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actions from a manufacturer, the action must
be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space S.A.’s
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized
signature.
(3) Reporting Requirements: 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.
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(o) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2017–0004, dated
January 9, 2017, for related information. This
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
2016–9386.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue
SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone
425–227–1112; 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 (p)(3) and (p)(4) of this AD.
(p) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Airbus Defense and Space Alert
Operators Transmission, AOT–C295–28–
0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016.
(ii) Airbus Defense and Space Alert
Operators Transmission AOT–CN235–28–
0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus Defense and Space
Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de
´
Aragon 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone
+34 91 585 55 84; fax +34 91 585 31 27; email
MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.; Internet
https://www.eads.net.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
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1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(5) You may view this service information
that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
September 14, 2017.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2015–8434; Product
Identifier 2015–NM–082–AD; Amendment
39–19057; AD 2017–19–27]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
Inc., Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC–8–401
and –402 airplanes. This AD was
prompted by the discovery of cracking
on two test spoiler power control unit
(PCU) manifolds during testing by the
manufacturer. This AD requires
replacement of affected spoiler PCUs.
We are issuing this AD to address the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective November 1,
2017.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of November 1, 2017.
ADDRESSES: For Bombardier, Inc.,
service information identified in this
final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., QSeries Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt
Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5,
Canada; telephone 416–375–4000; fax
416–375–4539; email thd.qseries@
aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://
www.bombardier.com.
For Parker-Hannifin Corporation
service information identified in this
final rule, contact Parker Aerospace,
14300 Alton Parkway, Irvine, CA 92618;
telephone 949–833–3000; fax 949–809–
8646; Internet https://www.parker.com.
SUMMARY:
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You may view this referenced service
information at the FAA, Transport
Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue
SW., Renton, WA. For information on
the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
available on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
8434.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
8434; 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:
Cesar Gomez, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Mechanical Systems
Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch,
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–
228–7318; fax 516–794–5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of
proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
that would apply to certain Bombardier,
Inc., Model DHC–8–401 and –402
airplanes. The SNPRM published in the
Federal Register on July 14, 2017 (82 FR
32496) (‘‘the SNPRM’’). We preceded
the SNPRM with a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) that published in
the Federal Register on January 13,
2016 (81 FR 1586) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The
NPRM proposed to require replacement
of affected spoiler PCUs. The NPRM was
prompted by the discovery of cracking
on two test spoiler PCU manifolds
during testing by the manufacturer. The
SNPRM proposed to require
replacement of affected spoiler PCUs,
and also proposed to add airplanes to
the applicability. We are issuing this AD
to prevent cracking of the spoiler PCUs
that could lead to the loss of multiple
flight controls and landing gear systems.
Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority
for Canada, has issued Canadian
Airworthiness Directive CF–2015–07R2,
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 186 (Wednesday, September 27, 2017)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 44895-44898]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2017-20112]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2016-9386; Product Identifier 2016-NM-056-AD; Amendment
39-19055; AD 2017-19-25]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly
Known as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) 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 Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and
CN-235-300 airplanes; and Model C-295 airplanes. This AD was prompted
by reports of leakage of motorized cross-feed fuel valves. This AD
requires repetitive inspections and operational checks of the affected
fuel valves, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this
AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective November 1, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 1,
2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Airbus Defense and Space Services/Engineering Support, Avenida
de Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84;
fax +34 91 585 31 27; email MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.; Internet
https://www.eads.net. You may view this referenced service information
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 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-
9386.
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-
9386; 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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1112; fax
425-227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Airbus
Defense and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-
235-300 airplanes; and Model C-295 airplanes. The SNPRM published in
the Federal Register on June 21, 2017 (82 FR 28274) (``the SNPRM''). We
preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking that published
in the Federal Register on November 25, 2016 (81 FR 85169) (``the
NPRM''). The NPRM proposed to require an inspection of motorized cross-
feed fuel valves and, depending on findings, applicable corrective
action(s). The NPRM was prompted by leakage of a motorized cross-feed
fuel valve. The SNPRM proposed to require a reduced compliance time for
the initial inspection, the addition of repetitive inspections and
operational checks, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct leaks in a motorized fuel valve, which
could lead to failure of the fuel valve and consequent improper fuel
system functioning or, in case of the presence of an ignition source,
an airplane fire.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2017-0004, dated January 9, 2017 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Airbus Defense
and Space S.A. Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-235-200, and CN-235-300
airplanes; and Model C-295 airplanes. The MCAI states:
Leakage of a motorised cross-feed fuel valve Part Number (P/N)
7923227F was reported on a CN-235-100M aeroplane. The leakage was
observed through the valve electrical connectors and detected during
accomplishment of a functional check in accordance with task 28.007
of the CN-235 Maintenance Review Board Report (MRB CN-235-PV01).
Identical motorised fuel valves are installed on civilian CN-235 and
C-295 aeroplanes, as cross-feed, shut-off and defueling valves.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
failure of a motorised fuel valve and consequent improper
functioning of the fuel system or, in case of an ignition source,
could lead to a fire, possibly resulting in damage to the aeroplane
and injury to occupants.
To address this potentially unsafe condition, Airbus Defence &
Space (D&S) issued Alert Operators Transmission (AOT)-CN235-28-0001
and AOT-C295-28-0001 to provide inspection instructions.
Consequently, EASA issued AD 2016-0071 to require a one-time
inspection of the affected motorised fuel valves and, depending on
findings, accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s).
Since that [EASA] AD was issued, new occurrences of fuel leakage
involving the
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affected motorised fuel valves were reported and Airbus D&S issued
Revision 1 of AOT-CN235-28-0001 and Revision 1 of AOT-C295-28-0001
to introduce repetitive inspections and operational checks of the
affected motorised fuel valves.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the
requirements of EASA AD 2016-0071, which is superseded, and
introduces repetitive inspections and operational checks [and
corrective actions, if necessary] of the affected fuel valves.
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-
9386.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM or on the determination
of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the SNPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Airbus Defense and Space has issued Alert Operators Transmission
(AOT) AOT-C295-28-0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016; and AOT-
CN235-28-0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016. This service
information describes procedures for repetitive inspections,
replacement of the motorized fuel valves, and operational checks and
corrective actions on affected motorized fuel valves. These 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 14 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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Inspection and operational check...... 3 work-hours x $85 per $0 $255 $3,570
hour = $255.
Reporting............................. 1 work-hour x $85 per 0 85 1,190
hour = $85.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements
that will be required based on the results of the required inspection.
We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need
these replacements:
On-Condition Costs
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Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
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Replacement................................... 5 work-hours x $85 per hour = $38,448 $38,873
$425.
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We have received no definitive data that will enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition corrective actions for the
operational check specified in this AD.
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.
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 transport category airplanes to
the Director of the System Oversight 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.
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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
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2017-19-25 Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (Formerly known as
Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.): Amendment 39-19055; Docket No.
FAA-2016-9386; Product Identifier 2016-NM-056-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective November 1, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus Defense and Space S.A. (formerly known
as Construcciones Aeronauticas, S.A.) Model CN-235, CN-235-100, CN-
235-200, and CN-235-300 airplanes; and Model C-295 airplanes;
certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by leakage of a motorized cross-feed fuel
valve, which was detected during accomplishment of a functional
check. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct leaks in a
motorized fuel valve, which could lead to failure of the fuel valve
and consequent improper fuel system functioning or, in case of the
presence of an ignition source, an airplane fire.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection of Motorized Fuel Valves
Within the applicable compliance time defined in paragraph
(g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD: Do an initial general visual inspection
of each motorized fuel valve having part number (P/N) 7923227F for
the presence of fuel on the electrical connectors and inside the
receptacles, in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defense
and Space Alert Operators Transmission (AOT) AOT-CN235-28-0001,
Revision 1; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT-C295-28-0001,
Revision 1, both dated September 27, 2016, as applicable. Repeat the
inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 300 flight hours.
(1) For airplanes that, as of the effective date of this AD,
have accumulated 6,000 flight cycles or more since first flight of
the airplane: Do the inspection within 30 flight cycles or 30 days
after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
(2) For airplanes that, as of the effective date of this AD,
have accumulated less than 6,000 flight cycles since first flight of
the airplane: Do the inspection within 300 flight hours or 30 days
after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
(h) Replacement of Affected Parts
If, during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
any leaking of a motorized fuel valve having P/N 7923227F is
detected: Before the next flight, replace the affected fuel valve
with a serviceable part, in accordance with the instructions of
Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT-CN235-28-0001, Revision 1; or
Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT-C295-28-0001, Revision 1, both
dated September 27, 2016, as applicable. A serviceable part is
defined as a part that is not defective; it could be a used or new
part. Replacement of a motorized fuel valve on an airplane does not
constitute terminating action for the repetitive inspections
required by paragraph (g) of this AD for that airplane.
(i) Operational Check
Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, and
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 12 months, accomplish an
operational check of each motorized fuel valve P/N 7923227F, in
accordance with the instructions of Airbus Defense and Space AOT
AOT-CN235-28-0001, Revision 1; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT-
C295-28-0001, Revision 1, both dated September 27, 2016, as
applicable.
(j) Corrective Actions
If, during any operational check, as required by paragraph (i)
of this AD, any discrepancy is detected, as described in Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT-CN235-28-0001, Revision 1; or Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT-C295-28-0001, Revision 1, both dated
September 27, 2016, as applicable: Before further flight, contact
the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA;
or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus Defense and
Space S.A.'s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA) to obtain
instructions for corrective actions, and within the compliance time
indicated in those instructions accomplish the corrective actions
accordingly.
(k) Parts Installation Limitation
As of the effective date of this AD, replacement of a motorized
fuel valve having P/N 7923227F with a serviceable part on an
airplane is allowed, provided that, within 30 flight cycles or 30
days, whichever occurs first after installation, the part passes an
inspection done in accordance with the instructions of Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT-CN235-28-0001, Revision 1; or Airbus
Defense and Space AOT AOT-C295-28-0001, Revision 1, both dated
September 27, 2016, as applicable.
(l) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed
before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Defense and Space
AOT AOT-CN235-28-0001; or Airbus Defense and Space AOT AOT-C295-28-
0001, both dated February 19, 2016, as applicable.
(m) Reporting Requirement
At the applicable time specified in paragraph (m)(1) or (m)(2)
of this AD, report all inspection results to Airbus Defense and
Space Technical Assistance Center (AMTAC); telephone +34 91 600 79
99; email mta.technicalservice@airbus.com. The report must include
the inspection results, a description of any discrepancies found,
operator name, the airplane model and serial number, valve part
number and serial number, and the number of landings and flight
hours on the airplane.
(1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of
this AD: Submit the report within 60 days after the inspection.
(2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this
AD: Submit the report within 60 days after the effective date of
this AD.
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards 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 International Section, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (o)(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
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actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a
method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or Airbus Defense and Space
S.A.'s EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include
the DOA-authorized signature.
(3) Reporting Requirements: 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.
(o) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2017-0004, dated January 9,
2017, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9386.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Shahram
Daneshmandi, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356;
telephone 425-227-1112; 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 (p)(3) and (p)(4) of this AD.
(p) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Airbus Defense and Space Alert Operators Transmission, AOT-
C295-28-0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016.
(ii) Airbus Defense and Space Alert Operators Transmission AOT-
CN235-28-0001, Revision 1, dated September 27, 2016.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus Defense and Space Services/Engineering Support, Avenida de
Arag[oacute]n 404, 28022 Madrid, Spain; telephone +34 91 585 55 84;
fax +34 91 585 31 27; email MTA.TechnicalService@airbus.com.;
Internet https://www.eads.net.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information
on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221.
(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 14, 2017.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-20112 Filed 9-26-17; 8:45 am]
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