Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Turboshaft Engines, 51170-51172 [2017-23606]

Download as PDF 51170 Proposed Rules Federal Register Vol. 82, No. 212 Friday, November 3, 2017 This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains notices to the public of the proposed issuance of rules and regulations. The purpose of these notices is to give interested persons an opportunity to participate in the rule making prior to the adoption of the final rules. OFFICE OF PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT 5 CFR 890 RIN: 3206–AN33 Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program: FEHB Employee Premium Contributions for Employees in Leave Without Pay or Other Nonpay Status U.S. Office of Personnel Management. ACTION: Proposed rule; withdrawal. AGENCY: The United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is withdrawing a previously published Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would have amended the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) regulations at 5 CFR part 890 to provide flexibility to agencies regarding payment for FEHB coverage for employees entering leave without pay (LWOP) or any other type of nonpay status, except when nonpay is as a result of a lapse of appropriations. The regulation also would have affected employees who have insufficient pay to cover their premium contribution, and certain categories of employees were exempt. DATES: OPM is withdrawing the proposed rule published August 30, 2016 (81 FR 59518) as of November 3, 2017. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Julia Elam, Program Analyst at (202) 606– 0004. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On August 30, 2016, OPM published an NPRM (81 FR 59518) that would complement the FEHB Modification of Eligibility final regulation (79 FR 62325, published on October 17, 2014) which allows generally for certain temporary, intermittent and seasonal employees to enroll in the FEHB Program if they are expected to work at least 130 hours per month for at least 90 days. In the NPRM, OPM recognized that the expansion of eligibility for FEHB coverage may jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with PROPOSALS SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:06 Nov 02, 2017 Jkt 244001 impact an agency’s budget due to the required FEHB Government health benefit contributions for newly eligible employees who elect to participate in FEHB coverage and go into LWOP or other nonpay status based on the intermittent nature of the work performed. The NPRM would have provided flexibility to agencies regarding payment for FEHB coverage for employees entering leave without pay (LWOP) or any other type of nonpay status, except when nonpay is as a result of a lapse of appropriations. OPM received comments from Federal employees, Federal agencies, a Federal shared service provider, and unions representing Federal employees. The majority of commenters objected to the regulation based on concerns that the rule would place an undue financial burden on Federal employees on LWOP or other nonpay status and would make it difficult for these employees to maintain health insurance. OPM also received comments about the impact of the rule on Permanent Seasonal Employees (PSEs). The commenters stated that PSEs are placed in nonpay status annually and there is a reasonable expectation that these employees will return to employment and repay the unpaid premiums that have been incurred as a debt. In reviewing these objections, OPM attempted to determine whether the potential cost savings from this proposed rulemaking outweighs the negative impact asserted by commenters. To estimate cost savings, OPM requested the current amount of unrecoverable premium debt from employees on LWOP and nonpay status from several agencies with large numbers of temporary, seasonal and intermittent employees. However, these agencies were generally unable to provide this data. Agencies do not have reliable data on unrecoverable FEHB debt because, due to constantly changing circumstances, these amounts are difficult to track. OPM did obtain one estimate of unpaid FEHB debt or FEHB debt in default for all employees on seasonal and intermittent Schedules in LWOP or insufficient pay for one agency for FY2016. The agency reported that total FEHB debt incurred by the agency for these employees was $1,068,065, but that only $48,797 of this total debt remained unpaid by employees once they returned to pay (or PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 sufficient pay) status. Further, there are debt collection mechanisms in place to recover the remaining $48,797. Agencies must already comply with the Debt Collection Improvement Act (DCIA) of 1996 (DCIA) to collect delinquent debt, including FEHB debt. Therefore, appropriate actions are being taken for the collection of FEHB debt for employees entering leave without pay (LWOP) or any other type of nonpay status. OPM determined that the potential cost savings from this proposed rulemaking does not outweigh the potential negative impact of the undue financial burden or risk of losing health insurance on certain Federal employees. Withdrawal of this NPRM (81 FR 59518, August 30, 2016) does not preclude the agency from issuing future rulemakings on this issue, nor does it commit the agency to any course of action in the future. U.S. Office of Personnel Management. Kathleen McGettigan, Acting Director. [FR Doc. 2017–23956 Filed 11–2–17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6325–63–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2017–0838; Product Identifier 2017–NE–33–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Turboshaft Engines Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 2E turboshaft engines. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of ruptured front support pins on the accessory gearbox front support. This proposed AD would require replacement of the accessory gearbox front support. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\03NOP1.SGM 03NOP1 51171 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 212 / Friday, November 3, 2017 / Proposed Rules We must receive comments on this NPRM by December 18, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Mail: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Washington, DC 20590–0001. • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. • Fax: 202–493–2251. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 59 74 40 00; fax: (33) 05 59 74 45 15. 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. DATES: 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– 0838; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed 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 in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. 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: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA– 2017–0838; Product Identifier 2017– NE–33–AD’’ at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact with FAA personnel concerning this NPRM. Discussion The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA AD No. 2016–0235, dated November 24, 2016 (referred to hereinafter as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: Some cases were reported of ruptured front support pins on ARRIEL 1E2 engines. That condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to the loss of the load path integrity of the engine front support. ´ Consequently, Turbomeca issued Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) 292 72 0842 to provide instructions for the inspection of the pins and front support replacement, and EASA issued AD 2015–0064 (later revised) to require those actions. Since EASA AD 2015– 0064R1 was issued, SAFRAN Helicopter Engines developed a new pin design, in order to increase the mechanical strength of the pin, through modification TU380, for ARRIEL 1E2 engines. Although no cases of front support pin rupture have been reported on ARRIEL 2E engines, since the ARRIEL 1E2 and 2E type designs have the same front support, SAFRAN Helicopter Engines decided to also apply this new pin design on ARRIEL 2E engines through modification TU197. To address this potential unsafe condition, SAFRAN Helicopter Engines decided, as precautionary measure, to replace the front support on ARRIEL 2E engines, and published MSB 292 72 2197 to provide instructions for in-service front support replacement. For the reasons described above, this AD requires modification of the affected engines by replacement of each premod TU197 front support. 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– 0838. Related Service Information We reviewed Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No. 292 72 2197, Version A, dated September 15, 2016. The MSB describes procedures for replacement of the accessory gearbox front support. 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. FAA’s Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of France, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the European Community, EASA has notified us of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all information provided by EASA and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. This proposed AD would require for replacement of the accessory gearbox front support. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 28 engines installed on aircraft of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: ESTIMATED COSTS jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with PROPOSALS Action Labor cost Front support replacement .............................. 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ............. 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: VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:06 Nov 02, 2017 Jkt 244001 Parts cost 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: PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 $19,731 Cost per product $19,901 Cost on U.S. operators $557,228 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 E:\FR\FM\03NOP1.SGM 03NOP1 51172 Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 212 / Friday, November 3, 2017 / Proposed Rules 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 associated appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Policy and Innovation Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 proposed regulation: (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. Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type Certificate previously held by Turbomeca, S.A): Docket No. FAA– 2017–0838; Product Identifier 2017–NE– 33–AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by December 18, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all Safran Helicopter Engines S.A. Arriel 2E turboshaft engines with front support, part number 0 292 11 715 0, installed (pre-mod TU 197 configuration). (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 8300, Accessory Gearboxes. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of ruptured front support pins on the accessory gearbox front support. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of a front support, loss of engine thrust control and reduced control of the helicopter. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions Before the accessory gearbox and transmission shaft module (Module 01) accumulates 1,600 engine operating hours since new, or within 80 engine operating hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, replace the front support with a part eligible for installation. (h) Definition For the purpose of this AD, a part eligible for installation is a Module 01 with a premod TU 197 front support, that has not accumulated more than 1,680 engine operating hours since new; or a Module 01 with a post-mod TU 197 front support. (i) Installation Prohibition As of the effective date of this AD, you may not install a pre-mod TU 197 front support on any engine with a post-mod TU 197 front support installed. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: jstallworth on DSKBBY8HB2PROD with PROPOSALS List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, FAA, ECO Branch, 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 (k)(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. 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): ■ VerDate Sep<11>2014 15:06 Nov 02, 2017 Jkt 244001 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 (k) 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 EASA AD 2016–0235, dated November 24, 2016, 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–2017–0838. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on October 24, 2017. Robert J. Ganley, Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017–23606 Filed 11–2–17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2017–0906; Product Identifier 2017–NM–039–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). AGENCY: We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005–12– 16, for all Fokker Services B.V. Model F28 Mark 0100 airplanes. AD 2005–12– 16 requires an inspection to determine the part number of the passenger service unit (PSU) panels for the PSU modification status, and corrective actions if applicable. Since we issued AD 2005–12–16, we have determined that the required modification actions might not have been implemented correctly. This proposed AD would require an inspection of the PSU panels and the PSU panel/airplane interface connectors for discrepancies, and corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD would also remove airplanes from the applicability. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by December 18, 2017. SUMMARY: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods: ADDRESSES: E:\FR\FM\03NOP1.SGM 03NOP1

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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 212 (Friday, November 3, 2017)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 51170-51172]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2017-23606]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2017-0838; Product Identifier 2017-NE-33-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 
Turboshaft Engines

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Arriel 2E turboshaft engines. This 
proposed AD was prompted by reports of ruptured front support pins on 
the accessory gearbox front support. This proposed AD would require 
replacement of the accessory gearbox front support. We are proposing 
this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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DATES: We must receive comments on this NPRM by December 18, 2017.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Mail: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of 
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building Ground Floor, 
Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
     Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
     Fax: 202-493-2251.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact 
Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., 40220 Tarnos, France; phone: (33) 05 
59 74 40 00; fax: (33) 05 59 74 45 15. 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.

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-
0838; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket 
contains this proposed 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 in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in 
the AD docket shortly after receipt.

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: 

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed 
under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0838; 
Product Identifier 2017-NE-33-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. 
We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, 
environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all 
comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM because 
of those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact 
with FAA personnel concerning this NPRM.

Discussion

    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA 
AD No. 2016-0235, dated November 24, 2016 (referred to hereinafter as 
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified 
products. The MCAI states:

    Some cases were reported of ruptured front support pins on 
ARRIEL 1E2 engines. That condition, if not detected and corrected, 
could lead to the loss of the load path integrity of the engine 
front support. Consequently, Turbom[eacute]ca issued Mandatory 
Service Bulletin (MSB) 292 72 0842 to provide instructions for the 
inspection of the pins and front support replacement, and EASA 
issued AD 2015-0064 (later revised) to require those actions. Since 
EASA AD 2015-0064R1 was issued, SAFRAN Helicopter Engines developed 
a new pin design, in order to increase the mechanical strength of 
the pin, through modification TU380, for ARRIEL 1E2 engines. 
Although no cases of front support pin rupture have been reported on 
ARRIEL 2E engines, since the ARRIEL 1E2 and 2E type designs have the 
same front support, SAFRAN Helicopter Engines decided to also apply 
this new pin design on ARRIEL 2E engines through modification TU197. 
To address this potential unsafe condition, SAFRAN Helicopter 
Engines decided, as precautionary measure, to replace the front 
support on ARRIEL 2E engines, and published MSB 292 72 2197 to 
provide instructions for in-service front support replacement. For 
the reasons described above, this AD requires modification of the 
affected engines by replacement of each pre-mod TU197 front support.

    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-2017-0838.

Related Service Information

    We reviewed Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A., Mandatory Service 
Bulletin (MSB) No. 292 72 2197, Version A, dated September 15, 2016. 
The MSB describes procedures for replacement of the accessory gearbox 
front support. 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.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of France, 
and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our 
bilateral agreement with the European Community, EASA has notified us 
of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. We are proposing this AD 
because we evaluated all information provided by EASA and determined 
the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other 
products of the same type design. This proposed AD would require for 
replacement of the accessory gearbox front support.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this proposed AD affects 28 engines installed on 
aircraft of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                     Cost per      Cost on U.S.
                Action                         Labor cost           Parts cost        product        operators
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Front support replacement.............  2 work-hours x $85 per           $19,731         $19,901        $557,228
                                         hour = $170.
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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

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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 
associated appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards 
Branch, Policy and Innovation Division.

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism 
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 proposed 
regulation:
    (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.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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):

Safran Helicopter Engines, S.A. (Type Certificate previously held by 
Turbomeca, S.A): Docket No. FAA-2017-0838; Product Identifier 2017-
NE-33-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by December 18, 2017.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to all Safran Helicopter Engines S.A. Arriel 2E 
turboshaft engines with front support, part number 0 292 11 715 0, 
installed (pre-mod TU 197 configuration).

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 8300, Accessory 
Gearboxes.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports of ruptured front support pins 
on the accessory gearbox front support. We are issuing this AD to 
prevent failure of a front support, loss of engine thrust control 
and reduced control of the helicopter.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Required Actions

    Before the accessory gearbox and transmission shaft module 
(Module 01) accumulates 1,600 engine operating hours since new, or 
within 80 engine operating hours after the effective date of this 
AD, whichever occurs later, replace the front support with a part 
eligible for installation.

(h) Definition

    For the purpose of this AD, a part eligible for installation is 
a Module 01 with a pre-mod TU 197 front support, that has not 
accumulated more than 1,680 engine operating hours since new; or a 
Module 01 with a post-mod TU 197 front support.

(i) Installation Prohibition

    As of the effective date of this AD, you may not install a pre-
mod TU 197 front support on any engine with a post-mod TU 197 front 
support installed.

(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, FAA, ECO Branch, 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 (k)(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.

(k) 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 EASA AD 2016-0235, dated November 24, 2016, 
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-2017-0838.

    Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on October 24, 2017.
Robert J. Ganley,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-23606 Filed 11-2-17; 8:45 am]
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