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paragraph (i)(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.
(i) Related Information
(1) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2015–0126,
dated July 1, 2015, for related information.
You may examine the MCAI on the internet
at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0029.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue
SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone:
425–227–1138; fax: 425–227–1149.
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
None.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on January
25, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2018–02350 Filed 2–6–18; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0030; Product
Identifier 2014–NM–161–AD; Amendment
39–19180; AD 2018–03–07]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Airbus Model A330–202, –203, –223,
and –243 airplanes; and Model A340–
211, –212, –311, and –313 airplanes.
This AD requires contacting the FAA to
obtain instructions for addressing the
unsafe condition on these products, and
doing the actions specified in those
instructions. This AD was prompted by
a report of a hard contact that was found
between the constant speed motor/
generator feeder line route 6G/6E and
the optional cabin temperature control
pipe on the upper shell between certain
frames. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
February 22, 2018.
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SUMMARY:
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We must receive comments on this
AD by March 26, 2018.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
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–2018–
0030; 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 AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for
the Docket Operations office (telephone:
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in
the AD docket shortly after receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356;
telephone: 425–227–1138; fax: 425–
227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA AD 2014–0161,
dated July 10, 2014 (referred to after this
as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
for certain Airbus Model A330–202,
–203, –223, and –243 airplanes; and
Model A340–211, –212, –311, and –313
airplanes. The MCAI states:
A hard contact was found on an A330
aeroplane during production between the
Constant Speed Motor/Generator (CSM/G)
feeder line route 6G/6E (Functional Item
Number 1526VB) and the optional cabin
temperature control pipe on the upper shell
between Frame (FR)37.4 and FR38 on
stringer 5, right hand (RH) side.
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This condition, if not corrected, may lead
to chafing and, consequently, a short circuit
when the emergency generation is activated,
resulting in the loss of emergency generation.
The loss of normal generation combined with
the loss of emergency generation jeopardizes
the aeroplane safe flight.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
Airbus developed a modification to provide
adequate clearance between harness 1526VB
and the affected (optional) air-conditioning
temperature control pipe. A340–200/–300
aeroplanes equipped with this optional cabin
temperature control pipe are also affected by
this issue. The modification can be embodied
in service through Airbus Service Bulletin
(SB) A330–92–3125, or SB A340–92–4097, as
applicable.
For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD requires modification of the
CSM/G mounting with installation of new
stacking and/or longer bracket, depending on
aeroplane configuration.
You may examine the MCAI on the
internet at https://www.regulations.gov
by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2018–0030.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This AD
This product has been approved by
the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation
in the United States. Pursuant to our
bilateral agreement with the State of
Design Authority, we have been notified
of the unsafe condition described in the
MCAI. We are issuing this AD because
we evaluated all pertinent information
and determined the unsafe condition
exists and is likely to exist or develop
on other products of these same type
designs.
FAA’s Determination of the Effective
Date
Since there are currently no domestic
operators of this product, we find good
cause that notice and opportunity for
prior public comment are unnecessary.
In addition, for the reason(s) stated
above, we find that good cause exists for
making this amendment effective in less
than 30 days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves
requirements affecting flight safety, and
we did not precede it by notice and
opportunity for public comment. We
invite you to send any written relevant
data, views, or arguments about this AD.
Send your comments to an address
listed under the ADDRESSES section.
Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2018–0030;
Product Identifier 2014–NM–161–AD’’
at the beginning of your comments. We
specifically invite comments on the
overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of
this AD. We will consider all comments
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received by the closing date and may
amend this AD based on 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 we receive
about this AD.
Costs of Compliance
Currently, there are no affected U.S.registered airplanes. This AD requires
contacting the FAA to obtain
instructions for addressing the unsafe
condition, and doing the actions
specified in those instructions. Based on
the actions specified in the MCAI AD,
we are providing the following cost
estimates for an affected airplane that is
placed on the U.S. Register in the future:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Parts cost
Modification ........................................
Up to 17 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,445 ...
Up to $256 .......................................
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Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
This AD is issued in accordance with
authority delegated by the Executive
Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
In accordance with that order, issuance
of ADs is normally a function of the
Compliance and Airworthiness
Division, but during this transition
period, the Executive Director has
delegated the authority to issue ADs
applicable to 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.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
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Cost per
product
Up to $1,701.
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.
201298, 201888, 202558, or 203045 has been
embodied in production, except those on
which Airbus modification 203395 has been
embodied in production.
(2) Airbus Model A340–211, –212, –311,
and –313 airplanes, all manufacturer serial
numbers on which Airbus modification
40413, 40550, 40901, 42021, 43590, or 46487
has been embodied in production, except
those on which Airbus modification 203395
has been embodied in production.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 92, Electrical system
installation.
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):
■
2018–03–07 Airbus: Amendment 39–19180;
Docket No. FAA–2018–0030; Product
Identifier 2014–NM–161–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective February 22,
2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified
in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD,
certificated in any category.
(1) Airbus Model A330–202, –203, –223,
and –243 airplanes, all manufacturer serial
numbers on which Airbus modification
45775, 45790, 45795, 46165, 46779, 48099,
48454, 52131, 52802, 53730, 53819, 54310,
54410, 54420, 54530, 55231, 55630, 56080,
56260, 56620, 57186, 57430, 200774, 201071,
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(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of a
hard contact that was found between the
constant speed motor/generator feeder line
route 6G/6E and the optional cabin
temperature control pipe on the upper shell
between certain frames. We are issuing this
AD to prevent chafing, which can lead to a
short circuit when the emergency generation
is activated and a consequent loss of
emergency generation. The loss of normal
generation combined with the loss of
emergency generation could adversely affect
the airplane’s continued safe flight and
landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Required Action(s)
Within 30 days after the effective date of
this AD, request instructions from the
Manager, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, to address the
unsafe condition specified in paragraph (e) of
this AD; and accomplish the action(s) at the
times specified in, and in accordance with,
those instructions. Guidance can be found in
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information (MCAI) European Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2014–0161, dated
July 10, 2014.
(h) 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,
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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 (i)(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.
(i) Related Information
(1) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2014–0161,
dated July 10, 2014, for related information.
You may examine the MCAI on the internet
at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0030.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue
SW, Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone:
425–227–1138; fax: 425–227–1149.
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
None.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on January
26, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2018–02354 Filed 2–6–18; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY
Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission
18 CFR Part 11
[Docket No. RM11–6–000]
Annual Update to Fee Schedule for the
Use of Government Lands by
Hydropower Licensees; Correction
Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission,DOE.
ACTION: Correcting amendment.
AGENCY:
This document contains
corrections to the final rule (RM11–6–
000) which published in the Federal
Register on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 (82
FR 12717). The Final Rule provided the
annual update to the fee schedule in
Appendix A to Part 11, which lists peracre rental fees by county (or other
geographic area) for use of government
lands by hydropower licensees and
updated Appendix A to Part 11 with the
fee schedule of per-acre rental fees by
county (or other geographic area) from
October 1, 2016, through September 30,
2017 (Fiscal Year 2017).
DATES: Effective February 7, 2018, and
is applicable beginning October 1, 2016.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Norman Richardson, Financial
Management Division, Office of the
Executive Director, Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street
SUMMARY:
NE, Washington, DC 20426, (202) 502–
6219, Norman.Richardson@ferc.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
On February 28, 2017, the
Commission issued an Annual Update
to Fee Schedule for the Use of
Government Lands for Hydropower
Licensees in the above-captioned
proceeding. Pursuant to Annual Charges
for the Use of Government Lands in
Alaska, Order No. 838, 83 FR 1 (Jan. 2,
2018), FERC Stats. & Regs. ¶ 61,281
(2017), this document updates the peracre rental fees for the State of Alaska,
as reflected in the caption below.
List of Subjects in 18 CFR Part 11
Public lands.
Accordingly, 18 CFR part 11 is
corrected by making the following
correcting amendment:
PART 11—[AMENDED]
1. The authority citation for part 11
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 16 U.S.C. 792–828c; 42 U.S.C.
7101–7352.
2. Appendix A to Part 11 is amended
by:
■ a. Revising the entries under
‘‘Alaska’’; and
■ b. Removing footnote 1.
The revisions read as follows:
■
Appendix A to Part 11—Fee Schedule
for FY 2017
State
County
*
*
Alaska ............................................
*
*
*
Aleutian Islands Area .............................................................................
Statewide per-acre .................................................................................
*
*
*
Fee/acre/yr
*
*
Notice of enforcement of
regulation.
ACTION:
Issued: February 1, 2018.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
BILLING CODE 6717–01–P
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
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Coast Guard
33 CFR Part 100
[Docket No. USCG–2018–0013]
Special Local Regulation; Black
Warrior River, Tuscaloosa, AL
AGENCY:
Coast Guard, DHS.
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The Coast Guard will enforce
a special local regulation on the Black
Warrior River extending the entire
width of the channel from mile marker
339.0 to mile marker 341.5 in
Tuscaloosa, AL on March 24, 2018, to
provide for the safety of life on
navigable waterways during the Rowing
Competition marine event. Our
regulation for Recurring Marine Events
in Captain of the Port Sector Mobile
Zone identifies the regulated area for
this rowing event. During the
enforcement period, no vessel may
transit this regulated area without
approval from the Captain of the Port
SUMMARY:
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Sector Mobile or a designated
representative.
DATES: The regulation in 33 CFR
100.801, Table 7, line 4, will be
enforced from 6 a.m. through 4:30 p.m.
on March 24, 2018.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If
you have questions about this notice of
enforcement, call or email call or email
LT Kyle D. Berry, Sector Mobile,
Waterways Management Division, U.S.
Coast Guard; telephone 251–441–5940,
email Kyle.D.Berry@uscg.mil.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast
Guard will enforce a special local
regulation for the annual ‘‘Rowing
Competition/University of South
Alabama’’, listed in 33 CFR 100.801,
Table 7, line 4, from 6 a.m. through 4:30
p.m. on March 24, 2018. This action is
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2018-0030; Product Identifier 2014-NM-161-AD; Amendment
39-19180; AD 2018-03-07]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Airbus Model A330-202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes; and Model A340-
211, -212, -311, and -313 airplanes. This AD requires contacting the
FAA to obtain instructions for addressing the unsafe condition on these
products, and doing the actions specified in those instructions. This
AD was prompted by a report of a hard contact that was found between
the constant speed motor/generator feeder line route 6G/6E and the
optional cabin temperature control pipe on the upper shell between
certain frames. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective February 22, 2018.
We must receive comments on this AD by March 26, 2018.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
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-2018-
0030; 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 AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office
(telephone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1138; fax: 425-
227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD
2014-0161, dated July 10, 2014 (referred to after this as the Mandatory
Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an
unsafe condition for certain Airbus Model A330-202, -203, -223, and -
243 airplanes; and Model A340-211, -212, -311, and -313 airplanes. The
MCAI states:
A hard contact was found on an A330 aeroplane during production
between the Constant Speed Motor/Generator (CSM/G) feeder line route
6G/6E (Functional Item Number 1526VB) and the optional cabin
temperature control pipe on the upper shell between Frame (FR)37.4
and FR38 on stringer 5, right hand (RH) side.
This condition, if not corrected, may lead to chafing and,
consequently, a short circuit when the emergency generation is
activated, resulting in the loss of emergency generation. The loss
of normal generation combined with the loss of emergency generation
jeopardizes the aeroplane safe flight.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus developed a
modification to provide adequate clearance between harness 1526VB
and the affected (optional) air-conditioning temperature control
pipe. A340-200/-300 aeroplanes equipped with this optional cabin
temperature control pipe are also affected by this issue. The
modification can be embodied in service through Airbus Service
Bulletin (SB) A330-92-3125, or SB A340-92-4097, as applicable.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires
modification of the CSM/G mounting with installation of new stacking
and/or longer bracket, depending on aeroplane configuration.
You may examine the MCAI on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0030.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD
This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant
to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. We are
issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and
determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or
develop on other products of these same type designs.
FAA's Determination of the Effective Date
Since there are currently no domestic operators of this product, we
find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior public comment
are unnecessary. In addition, for the reason(s) stated above, we find
that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than
30 days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public
comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under
the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2018-0030; Product
Identifier 2014-NM-161-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We
specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all
comments
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received by the closing date and may amend this AD based on 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 we
receive about this AD.
Costs of Compliance
Currently, there are no affected U.S.-registered airplanes. This AD
requires contacting the FAA to obtain instructions for addressing the
unsafe condition, and doing the actions specified in those
instructions. Based on the actions specified in the MCAI AD, we are
providing the following cost estimates for an affected airplane that is
placed on the U.S. Register in the future:
Estimated Costs
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Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Modification....................... Up to 17 work-hours x $85 Up to $256........... Up to $1,701.
per hour = $1,445.
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Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the
authority to issue ADs applicable to 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.
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):
2018-03-07 Airbus: Amendment 39-19180; Docket No. FAA-2018-0030;
Product Identifier 2014-NM-161-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective February 22, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1)
and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category.
(1) Airbus Model A330-202, -203, -223, and -243 airplanes, all
manufacturer serial numbers on which Airbus modification 45775,
45790, 45795, 46165, 46779, 48099, 48454, 52131, 52802, 53730,
53819, 54310, 54410, 54420, 54530, 55231, 55630, 56080, 56260,
56620, 57186, 57430, 200774, 201071, 201298, 201888, 202558, or
203045 has been embodied in production, except those on which Airbus
modification 203395 has been embodied in production.
(2) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -311, and -313 airplanes, all
manufacturer serial numbers on which Airbus modification 40413,
40550, 40901, 42021, 43590, or 46487 has been embodied in
production, except those on which Airbus modification 203395 has
been embodied in production.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 92, Electrical
system installation.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of a hard contact that was
found between the constant speed motor/generator feeder line route
6G/6E and the optional cabin temperature control pipe on the upper
shell between certain frames. We are issuing this AD to prevent
chafing, which can lead to a short circuit when the emergency
generation is activated and a consequent loss of emergency
generation. The loss of normal generation combined with the loss of
emergency generation could adversely affect the airplane's continued
safe flight and landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Required Action(s)
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, request
instructions from the Manager, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, to address the unsafe condition specified in
paragraph (e) of this AD; and accomplish the action(s) at the times
specified in, and in accordance with, those instructions. Guidance
can be found in Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2014-0161, dated
July 10, 2014.
(h) 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,
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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 (i)(2) of this AD. Information
may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding district office.
(i) Related Information
(1) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2014-0161, dated July 10, 2014, for
related information. You may examine the MCAI on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA-2018-0030.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057-3356;
telephone: 425-227-1138; fax: 425-227-1149.
(j) Material Incorporated by Reference
None.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 26, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2018-02354 Filed 2-6-18; 8:45 am]
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