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are issuing this AD to detect and correct
potential ignition sources inside the tail fuel
tank, which, in combination with flammable
vapors, could result in a fuel tank fire or
explosion, and consequent loss of the
airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
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(g) One-Time Inspection and Corrective
Actions
Within 27 months after the effective date
of this AD, do a one-time detailed inspection
of the wire assemblies of the tail fuel tank
transfer pumps to determine if metallic
transitions are installed at the wire harness
breakouts, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin MD11–28A150, dated
October 6, 2016. If metallic transitions are
installed, no further action is required by this
paragraph. If metallic transitions are not
installed, do the corrective actions required
by paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, as
applicable, and if, after any repair or
replacement is done, any test fails, before
further flight, do corrective actions, repeat
the test, and do applicable corrective actions
until the test is passed.
(1) Repair any affected wire assembly
before further flight, in accordance with Part
2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD11–28A150,
dated October 6, 2016, or replace any affected
wire assembly with a new wire assembly
before further flight, in accordance with Part
3 of the Accomplishment Instructions of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD11–28A150,
dated October 6, 2016. If the replacement is
done, no further action is required for that
wire assembly only.
(2) Within 24 months after
accomplishment of the repair required by
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD: Replace any
repaired wire assembly with a new wire
assembly, in accordance with Part 3 of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin MD11–28A150, dated
October 6, 2016.
(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO 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
certification office, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (i) of this
AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANMLAACO-AMOC-Requests@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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
level of safety may be used for any repair,
modification, or alteration required by this
AD if it is approved by the Boeing
Commercial Airplanes Organization
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Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles
ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be
approved, the repair method, modification
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) For service information that contains
steps that are labeled as Required for
Compliance (RC), the provisions of
paragraphs (h)(4)(i) and (h)(4)(ii) of this AD
apply.
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including
substeps under an RC step and any figures
identified in an RC step, must be done to
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC
requirement is removed from that step or
substep. An AMOC is required for any
deviations to RC steps, including substeps
and identified figures.
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
deviated from using accepted methods in
accordance with the operator’s maintenance
or inspection program without obtaining
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
including substeps and identified figures, can
still be done as specified, and the airplane
can be put back in an airworthy condition.
(i) Related Information
For more information about this AD,
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contact Serj Harutunian, Aerospace Engineer,
Propulsion Section, Los Angeles ACO
Branch, FAA, 3960 Paramount Boulevard,
Lakewood, California 90712–4137; phone:
562–627–5254; fax: 562–627–5210; email:
serj.harutunian@faa.gov.
(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) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin MD11–
28A150, dated October 6, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740;
telephone 562–797–1717; internet https://
www.myboeingfleet.com.
(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/ibrlocations.html.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on
December 26, 2017.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2017–28379 Filed 1–2–18; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0698; Product
Identifier 2017–NM–047–AD; Amendment
39–19143; AD 2018–01–02]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Company Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are superseding
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017–02–
03, which applied to certain The Boeing
Company Model 767–200, –300, and
–400ER series airplanes. AD 2017–02–
03 required inspection of the plastic
potable water coupling, and corrective
actions if necessary; installation of new
spray shrouds; and inspection of
previously installed spray shields, and
related investigative and corrective
actions if necessary. This AD adds
airplanes to the applicability and, for
certain airplanes, requires hose
assembly removals and installations.
This AD was prompted by a report of a
malfunction of the engine indication
and crew alerting system (EICAS)
during flight. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
This AD is effective February 7,
2018.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of February 7, 2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
telephone: 562–797–1717; internet:
https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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.
It is also available on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching
DATES:
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for and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0698.
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–
0698; 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 final rule, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for the
Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is
Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Stanley Chen, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental
Systems Section, FAA, Seattle ACO
Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton,
WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6585;
fax: 425–917–6590; email:
stanley.chen@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2017–02–03,
Amendment 39–18782 (82 FR 10541,
February 14, 2017) (‘‘AD 2017–02–03’’).
AD 2017–02–03 applied to certain The
Boeing Company Model 767–200, –300,
and –400ER series airplanes. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on
July 20, 2017 (82 FR 33465). The NPRM
was prompted by a report of a
malfunction of the EICAS during flight.
The NPRM proposed to add airplanes to
the applicability and, for certain
airplanes, requires hose assembly
removal and installation. We are issuing
this AD to prevent an uncontrolled
water leak from a defective potable
water system coupling, which could
cause the main equipment center (MEC)
line replaceable units (LRUs) to become
wet, resulting in an electrical short and
potential loss of several functions
essential for safe flight.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. The
following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
response to each comment.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
of the Proposed Actions
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
the installation of winglets per STC
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ST01920SE does not affect the
accomplishment of the manufacturer’s
service instructions.
We agree with the commenter that
STC ST01920SE does not affect the
accomplishment of the manufacturer’s
service instructions. Therefore, the
installation of STC ST01920SE does not
affect the ability to accomplish the
actions required by this AD. We have
not changed this AD in this regard.
Request To Delay the Final Rule
Boeing requested that we delay
issuance of the final rule until the
manufacturer can release Revision 4 of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073 in November 2017. Boeing
pointed out that Revision 4 will not add
any airplanes to the effectivity or make
any substantial changes that will change
the scope of the NPRM. Boeing
mentioned that Revision 4 will expand
usage of an optional tape material to all
affected groups of airplanes because the
originally specified tape is no longer
available, and include an optional set of
clamping instructions that can be used
if needed to prevent a riding condition.
Boeing also mentioned that Revision 4
will clarify what actions are required for
each group of airplanes based on which
revision of the service information has
previously been accomplished. Boeing
pointed out that revising the NPRM to
refer to Revision 4 of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767–38A0073 would
reduce the need for alternative method
of compliance (AMOC) requests.
We do not consider that delaying this
action until release of the planned
service bulletin is warranted. Revision 4
of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073 is not yet approved, and we
cannot specify future revisions of
service information in this AD. Revision
3 of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073 is the current revision
available, and it provides adequate
information to address the identified
unsafe condition. We have reviewed the
proposed Revision 4 and as it does
provide more options and clarifications
which may be helpful, but are not
required to accomplish the requirements
of this AD. Therefore, we do not plan to
wait for the release of Revision 4 of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073 before issuing this AD.
However, we have revised this AD to
allow the use of BMS 5–179 tape,
wherever Permacell P–29 is instructed
to be used in Revision 3. We will
consider requests for approval of an
AMOC to allow the use of Revision 4 of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073 after it has been published,
under the provisions of paragraph (k)(1)
of this AD.
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Request To Revise Language of Parts
Installation Prohibition
Boeing requested that we revise
paragraph (j) of the proposed AD to
specify that part numbers CA620 series
and CA625 series may not be installed
on the locations specific to Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767–38A0073, Revision
3, dated September 8, 2016. Boeing
pointed out that the current wording of
paragraph (j) of the proposed AD is
being misinterpreted to apply to all
airplane locations. Boeing also
mentioned that multiple operators have
requested revision to the Illustrated
Parts Catalog (IPC) to remove listed part
numbers CA620 series and CA625 series
in other locations that are not affected
by Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073, Revision 3, dated September
8, 2016.
We agree with the commenter for the
reasons provided. We have revised
paragraph (j) of this AD to specify ‘‘. . .
for the locations identified in Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 767–38A0073,
Revision 3, dated September 8, 2016.’’
Request To Include Prior AMOC
Approvals for AD 2017–02–03
ABX AIR requested that we include
prior AMOC approvals that were
granted for AD 2017–02–03. ABX AIR
mentioned that it operates airplanes that
have been converted from passenger
configuration to cargo configuration.
ABX AIR pointed out that the potable
water system and components have
been removed from the airplanes during
conversion. ABX AIR also pointed out
that it had already received AMOC
approval for AD 2017–02–03 in regards
to the conversion to cargo configuration.
We agree with the commenter for the
reasons provided. We have added
paragraph (k)(4) to this AD to include
prior AMOC approvals for AD 2017–02–
03.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data,
considered the comments received, and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
with the changes described previously,
and minor editorial changes. We have
determined that these minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these
changes will not increase the economic
burden on any operator or increase the
scope of this AD.
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Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 767–38A0073, Revision 3,
dated September 8, 2016 (‘‘Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767–38A0073, R3’’).
This service information describes
procedures for, among other actions,
removing three hose assemblies and
installing four new hose assemblies.
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 139
airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
the following costs to comply with this
AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per
product
Parts cost
Cost on U.S.
operators
Action
Labor cost
Inspections (retained actions from AD 2017–
02–03) (129 airplanes).
Installation (retained actions from AD 2017–
02–03) (129 airplanes).
Inspections (new action) (10 airplanes) ..........
Installation (new actions) (15 airplanes) .........
10 work-hours × $85 per hour = $850 ...........
$0
$850
$109,650
3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 .............
330
585
75,465
10 work-hours × $85 per hour = $850 ...........
3 work-hour × $85 per hour = $255 ...............
0
330
850
585
8,500
8,775
We estimate the following costs to do
any necessary on-condition actions that
would be required based on the results
of the inspection. We have no way of
determining the number of aircraft that
might need these actions:
ESTIMATED COST FOR ON-CONDITION ACTIONS
Labor cost
Parts cost
Cost per product
Up to 4 work–hours × $85 per hour = $340 ................................
$53
Up to $393.
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According to the manufacturer, some
of the costs of this AD may be covered
under warranty, thereby reducing the
cost impact on affected individuals. We
do not control warranty coverage for
affected individuals. As a result, we
have included all available costs in our
cost estimate.
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.
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
Regulatory Findings
We have determined that this AD will
not have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
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.
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
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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
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2017–02–03, Amendment 39–18782 (82
FR 10541, February 14, 2017), and
adding the following new AD:
■
2018–01–02 The Boeing Company:
Amendment 39–19143; Docket No.
FAA–2017–0698; Product Identifier
2017–NM–047–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective February 7, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2017–02–03,
Amendment 39–18782 (82 FR 10541,
February 14, 2017) (‘‘AD 2017–02–03’’).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to The Boeing Company
Model 767–200, –300, and –400ER series
airplanes, certificated in any category, as
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, Revision 3, dated September
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8, 2016 (‘‘Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073, R3’’).
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 38, Water/waste.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a report of a
malfunction of the engine indication and
crew alerting system (EICAS) during flight.
We are issuing this AD to prevent an
uncontrolled water leak from a defective
potable water system coupling, which could
cause the main equipment center (MEC) line
replaceable units (LRUs) to become wet,
resulting in an electrical short and potential
loss of several functions essential for safe
flight.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
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(g) Inspection of Couplings and Installation
of Spray Shrouds
Except as required by paragraph (h) of this
AD: At the applicable times specified in
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 767–38A0073, R3, do
all applicable actions identified as ‘‘RC’’
(required for compliance) in, and in
accordance with, the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, R3.
Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD:
Operators can take optional protective
measures to cover or shield their equipment
against water spray when performing the
Potable Water System Leakage Test, as
specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, R3.
(h) Exceptions to the Service Information
(1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, R3, uses the phrase ‘‘after the
original issue date of this service bulletin,’’
for purposes of determining compliance with
the requirements of this AD, March 16, 2017
(the effective date of AD 2017–02–03) must
be used.
(2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, R3, uses the phrase ‘‘after the
Revision 2 date of this service bulletin,’’ for
purposes of determining compliance with the
requirements of this AD, March 16, 2017 (the
effective date of AD 2017–02–03) must be
used.
(3) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, R3, specifies a compliance
time ‘‘after the Revision 3 date of this service
bulletin,’’ for purposes of determining
compliance with the requirements of this AD,
the phrase ‘‘after the effective date of this
AD’’ must be used.
(4) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767–38A0073, R3, specifies using Permacell
P–29 tape, for purposes of determining
compliance with the requirements of this AD,
BMS 5–179 tape is acceptable.
(i) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) For airplanes in Groups 4 through 8, 10,
12, and 13, as identified in Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767–38A0073, R3: This
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paragraph provides credit for the actions
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, if those
actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 767–38A0073, dated November 12,
2013; Boeing Service Bulletin 767–38A0073,
Revision 1, dated November 5, 2014; or
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–38A0073,
Revision 2, dated August 10, 2015.
(2) For airplanes in Groups 1 through 3,
and Group 9, Configuration 2, as identified
in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073, R3: This paragraph provides credit
for the actions specified in paragraph (g) of
this AD, if those actions were performed
before the effective date of this AD using
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–38A0073,
Revision 2, dated August 10, 2015.
(j) Parts Installation Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, no
person may install any plastic potable water
coupling having part number (P/N) CA620
series or P/N CA625 series on any airplane
for the locations identified in Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767–38A0073, Revision 3,
dated September 8, 2016.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Seattle ACO 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
certification office, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (l)(1) of
this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOC-Requests@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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
level of safety may be used for any repair,
modification, or alteration required by this
AD if it is approved by the Boeing
Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO
Branch, to make those findings. To be
approved, the repair method, modification
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2017–02–03 are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767–38A0073, R3, that are
required by paragraph (g) of this AD.
(5) For service information that contains
steps that are labeled as Required for
Compliance (RC), the provisions of
paragraphs (k)(5)(i) and (k)(5)(ii) of this AD
apply.
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including
substeps under an RC step and any figures
identified in an RC step, must be done to
comply with the AD. If a step or substep is
labeled ‘‘RC Exempt,’’ then the RC
requirement is removed from that step or
substep. An AMOC is required for any
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deviations to RC steps, including substeps
and identified figures.
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be
deviated from using accepted methods in
accordance with the operator’s maintenance
or inspection program without obtaining
approval of an AMOC, provided the RC steps,
including substeps and identified figures, can
still be done as specified, and the airplane
can be put back in an airworthy condition.
(l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact Stanley Chen, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems
Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 1601
Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356;
phone: 425–917–6585; fax: 425–917–6590;
email: stanley.chen@faa.gov.
(2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767–
38A0073, Revision 3, dated September 8,
2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Boeing service information
identified in this AD, contact Boeing
Commercial Airplanes, Attention:
Contractual & Data Services (C&DS), 2600
Westminster Blvd., MC 110–SK57, Seal
Beach, CA 90740–5600; telephone: 562–797–
1717; internet: https://
www.myboeingfleet.com.
(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/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
December 26, 2017.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2017-0698; Product Identifier 2017-NM-047-AD; Amendment
39-19143; AD 2018-01-02]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2017-02-03,
which applied to certain The Boeing Company Model 767-200, -300, and -
400ER series airplanes. AD 2017-02-03 required inspection of the
plastic potable water coupling, and corrective actions if necessary;
installation of new spray shrouds; and inspection of previously
installed spray shields, and related investigative and corrective
actions if necessary. This AD adds airplanes to the applicability and,
for certain airplanes, requires hose assembly removals and
installations. This AD was prompted by a report of a malfunction of the
engine indication and crew alerting system (EICAS) during flight. We
are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective February 7, 2018.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 7,
2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA
90740-5600; telephone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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. It is also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
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for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0698.
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-
0698; 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 final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments
received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office
(phone: 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stanley Chen, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section, FAA, Seattle ACO
Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; phone: 425-917-
6585; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2017-02-03, Amendment 39-18782 (82 FR 10541,
February 14, 2017) (``AD 2017-02-03''). AD 2017-02-03 applied to
certain The Boeing Company Model 767-200, -300, and -400ER series
airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on July 20, 2017
(82 FR 33465). The NPRM was prompted by a report of a malfunction of
the EICAS during flight. The NPRM proposed to add airplanes to the
applicability and, for certain airplanes, requires hose assembly
removal and installation. We are issuing this AD to prevent an
uncontrolled water leak from a defective potable water system coupling,
which could cause the main equipment center (MEC) line replaceable
units (LRUs) to become wet, resulting in an electrical short and
potential loss of several functions essential for safe flight.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and
the FAA's response to each comment.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that the installation of winglets
per STC ST01920SE does not affect the accomplishment of the
manufacturer's service instructions.
We agree with the commenter that STC ST01920SE does not affect the
accomplishment of the manufacturer's service instructions. Therefore,
the installation of STC ST01920SE does not affect the ability to
accomplish the actions required by this AD. We have not changed this AD
in this regard.
Request To Delay the Final Rule
Boeing requested that we delay issuance of the final rule until the
manufacturer can release Revision 4 of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767-38A0073 in November 2017. Boeing pointed out that Revision 4 will
not add any airplanes to the effectivity or make any substantial
changes that will change the scope of the NPRM. Boeing mentioned that
Revision 4 will expand usage of an optional tape material to all
affected groups of airplanes because the originally specified tape is
no longer available, and include an optional set of clamping
instructions that can be used if needed to prevent a riding condition.
Boeing also mentioned that Revision 4 will clarify what actions are
required for each group of airplanes based on which revision of the
service information has previously been accomplished. Boeing pointed
out that revising the NPRM to refer to Revision 4 of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767-38A0073 would reduce the need for alternative
method of compliance (AMOC) requests.
We do not consider that delaying this action until release of the
planned service bulletin is warranted. Revision 4 of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767-38A0073 is not yet approved, and we cannot specify
future revisions of service information in this AD. Revision 3 of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073 is the current revision
available, and it provides adequate information to address the
identified unsafe condition. We have reviewed the proposed Revision 4
and as it does provide more options and clarifications which may be
helpful, but are not required to accomplish the requirements of this
AD. Therefore, we do not plan to wait for the release of Revision 4 of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073 before issuing this AD.
However, we have revised this AD to allow the use of BMS 5-179 tape,
wherever Permacell P-29 is instructed to be used in Revision 3. We will
consider requests for approval of an AMOC to allow the use of Revision
4 of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073 after it has been
published, under the provisions of paragraph (k)(1) of this AD.
Request To Revise Language of Parts Installation Prohibition
Boeing requested that we revise paragraph (j) of the proposed AD to
specify that part numbers CA620 series and CA625 series may not be
installed on the locations specific to Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767-38A0073, Revision 3, dated September 8, 2016. Boeing pointed out
that the current wording of paragraph (j) of the proposed AD is being
misinterpreted to apply to all airplane locations. Boeing also
mentioned that multiple operators have requested revision to the
Illustrated Parts Catalog (IPC) to remove listed part numbers CA620
series and CA625 series in other locations that are not affected by
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 3, dated September
8, 2016.
We agree with the commenter for the reasons provided. We have
revised paragraph (j) of this AD to specify ``. . . for the locations
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 3,
dated September 8, 2016.''
Request To Include Prior AMOC Approvals for AD 2017-02-03
ABX AIR requested that we include prior AMOC approvals that were
granted for AD 2017-02-03. ABX AIR mentioned that it operates airplanes
that have been converted from passenger configuration to cargo
configuration. ABX AIR pointed out that the potable water system and
components have been removed from the airplanes during conversion. ABX
AIR also pointed out that it had already received AMOC approval for AD
2017-02-03 in regards to the conversion to cargo configuration.
We agree with the commenter for the reasons provided. We have added
paragraph (k)(4) to this AD to include prior AMOC approvals for AD
2017-02-03.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this AD with the changes described previously, and minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD.
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Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 3,
dated September 8, 2016 (``Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073,
R3''). This service information describes procedures for, among other
actions, removing three hose assemblies and installing four new hose
assemblies. 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 139 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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Inspections (retained actions from 10 work-hours x $85 per $0 $850 $109,650
AD 2017-02-03) (129 airplanes). hour = $850.
Installation (retained actions from 3 work-hours x $85 per hour 330 585 75,465
AD 2017-02-03) (129 airplanes). = $255.
Inspections (new action) (10 10 work-hours x $85 per 0 850 8,500
airplanes). hour = $850.
Installation (new actions) (15 3 work-hour x $85 per hour 330 585 8,775
airplanes). = $255.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary on-condition
actions that would be required based on the results of the inspection.
We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need
these actions:
Estimated Cost for On-Condition Actions
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Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
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Up to 4 work-hours x $85 per hour = $53 Up to $393.
$340...............................
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According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all available costs in our
cost estimate.
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 have determined that this AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2017-02-03, Amendment 39-18782 (82 FR 10541, February 14, 2017), and
adding the following new AD:
2018-01-02 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19143; Docket No. FAA-
2017-0698; Product Identifier 2017-NM-047-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective February 7, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2017-02-03, Amendment 39-18782 (82 FR 10541,
February 14, 2017) (``AD 2017-02-03'').
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 767-200, -300, and -
400ER series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified
in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 3, dated
September
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8, 2016 (``Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3'').
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 38, Water/waste.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a report of a malfunction of the engine
indication and crew alerting system (EICAS) during flight. We are
issuing this AD to prevent an uncontrolled water leak from a
defective potable water system coupling, which could cause the main
equipment center (MEC) line replaceable units (LRUs) to become wet,
resulting in an electrical short and potential loss of several
functions essential for safe flight.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection of Couplings and Installation of Spray Shrouds
Except as required by paragraph (h) of this AD: At the
applicable times specified in paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3, do all applicable
actions identified as ``RC'' (required for compliance) in, and in
accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3.
Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Operators can take optional
protective measures to cover or shield their equipment against water
spray when performing the Potable Water System Leakage Test, as
specified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3.
(h) Exceptions to the Service Information
(1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3, uses
the phrase ``after the original issue date of this service
bulletin,'' for purposes of determining compliance with the
requirements of this AD, March 16, 2017 (the effective date of AD
2017-02-03) must be used.
(2) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3, uses
the phrase ``after the Revision 2 date of this service bulletin,''
for purposes of determining compliance with the requirements of this
AD, March 16, 2017 (the effective date of AD 2017-02-03) must be
used.
(3) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3,
specifies a compliance time ``after the Revision 3 date of this
service bulletin,'' for purposes of determining compliance with the
requirements of this AD, the phrase ``after the effective date of
this AD'' must be used.
(4) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3,
specifies using Permacell P-29 tape, for purposes of determining
compliance with the requirements of this AD, BMS 5-179 tape is
acceptable.
(i) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) For airplanes in Groups 4 through 8, 10, 12, and 13, as
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3: This
paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in paragraph (g)
of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073,
dated November 12, 2013; Boeing Service Bulletin 767-38A0073,
Revision 1, dated November 5, 2014; or Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
767-38A0073, Revision 2, dated August 10, 2015.
(2) For airplanes in Groups 1 through 3, and Group 9,
Configuration 2, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-
38A0073, R3: This paragraph provides credit for the actions
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were
performed before the effective date of this AD using Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 2, dated August 10, 2015.
(j) Parts Installation Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install any
plastic potable water coupling having part number (P/N) CA620 series
or P/N CA625 series on any airplane for the locations identified in
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 3, dated
September 8, 2016.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Seattle ACO 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 certification office, send it to the attention of the
person identified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. Information may be
emailed to: [email protected].
(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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be
used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD
if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the
Manager, Seattle ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be approved,
the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation
must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval
must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2017-02-03 are approved as
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 767-38A0073, R3, that are required by paragraph (g) of this
AD.
(5) For service information that contains steps that are labeled
as Required for Compliance (RC), the provisions of paragraphs
(k)(5)(i) and (k)(5)(ii) of this AD apply.
(i) The steps labeled as RC, including substeps under an RC step
and any figures identified in an RC step, must be done to comply
with the AD. If a step or substep is labeled ``RC Exempt,'' then the
RC requirement is removed from that step or substep. An AMOC is
required for any deviations to RC steps, including substeps and
identified figures.
(ii) Steps not labeled as RC may be deviated from using accepted
methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or inspection
program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided the RC
steps, including substeps and identified figures, can still be done
as specified, and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy
condition.
(l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD, contact Stanley Chen,
Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Systems Section,
FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356;
phone: 425-917-6585; fax: 425-917-6590; email: [email protected].
(2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-38A0073, Revision 3, dated
September 8, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For Boeing service information identified in this AD,
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA
90740-5600; telephone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
(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 December 26, 2017.
John P. Piccola, Jr.,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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