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Victor Wicklund,
Manager, Transport Standards Branch, Policy
and Innovation Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2017–1120; Product
Identifier 2017–CE–030–AD; Amendment
39–19244; AD 2018–07–13]
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Airworthiness Directives; Textron
Aviation Inc. Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Textron Aviation Inc. Models 510, 680,
and 680A airplanes equipped with
certain part number brake assemblies.
This AD was prompted by a report that
brake pad wear indicator pins were set
incorrectly, which could lead to brake
pad wear beyond the acceptable limits
without indication. This AD requires
inspection of the brake pad wear
indicator pins and replacement of the
brake assembly if any pin is set
incorrectly. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
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DATES:
This AD is effective May 15,
2018.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of May 15, 2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Textron Aviation Inc., One Cessna
Boulevard, P.O. Box 7704, Wichita,
Kansas 67277; phone: 316–517–6215;
email: citationpubs@txtav.com; internet:
https://support.cessna.com/custsupt/
csupport/newlogin.jsp; or UTC
Aerospace Systems, Goodrich
Corporation, 101 Waco Street, P.O. Box
340, Troy, Ohio 45373; phone: 937–
339–3811; email: awb.techpubs@
utas.utc.com; internet: https://
www.customers.utcaero
spacesystems.com/. You may view this
service information at the FAA, Policy
and Innovation Division, 901 Locust,
Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call (816) 329–
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4148. It is also available on the internet
at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2017–1120.
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–
1120; or in person at Docket Operations
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 Docket
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
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
ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
• For the Model 510: David Enns,
Aerospace Engineer, Wichita ACO
Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room
100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone:
316–946–4147; fax: 913–946–4107;
email: david.enns@faa.gov; or
• For the Models 680 and 680A:
Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer,
Wichita ACO Branch, FAA, 1801
Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita,
Kansas 67209; phone: 316–946–4116;
fax: 316–946–4107; email: adam.hein@
faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain Textron Aviation Inc.
(Textron) Models 510, 680, and 680A
airplanes equipped with brake
assemblies, part numbers (P/Ns) 2–
1706–1 and 2–1675–1, with certain
serial numbers. The NPRM published in
the Federal Register on December 11,
2017 (82 FR 58140). The NPRM was
prompted by a report that brake pad
wear indicator pins were set incorrectly,
which could lead to brake pad wear
beyond the acceptable limits without
indication. Brakes overhauled by UTC
may have wear indicator pins set longer
than specified. UTC discovered this
condition during their inspection of
incoming brakes. This condition, if not
corrected, could result in brake pad
wear beyond the acceptable limits
without indication and consequent loss
of braking ability, which could lead to
a runway excursion. We are issuing this
AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
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Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this final rule.
The following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
response to each comment.
Request Clarification for FAAApproved Replacement Instructions
Mark Mitcheson of NetJets Aviation
requested specifics on ‘‘FAA-approved
replacement instructions approved
specifically for this AD.’’ We infer he
wants clarification of the intent of this
statement.
We agree that the language quoted by
the commenter and used in the NPRM
was confusing. We intended to direct
those responsible for complying with
the requirements of the AD to the type
certificate holder, in this case Textron
Aviation Inc., to obtain the replacement
instructions (i.e., maintenance manuals)
specific to the applicable airplane
models affected by this AD.
We modified in this AD the language
quoted by the commenter to more
accurately reflect our intent.
Request Parts Installation Prohibition
Mark Mitcheson requested whether
the AD should prohibit the installation
of the affected parts.
We partially agree. We agree operators
should avoid installing the affected part
because parts that do not meet type
design could introduce the unsafe
condition onto the airplane. However,
we disagree with adding a specific
requirement to the AD prohibiting the
installation of the affected part. This AD
requires inspection of the installed
affected parts, and, if an affected part is
installed, the airplane will immediately
be subject to the requirements of this
AD.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data,
considered the comments received, and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this
final rule with the change described
previously and minor editorial changes.
We have determined that these changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for
addressing 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 final rule.
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Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
or by the means identified in the
section. These UTC service
bulletins are included as attachments
with the Textron service letters
discussed in the Other Related Service
Information paragraph.
Aviation Inc. Service Letters refer to and
intend for operators to use are titled
UTC Aerospace Systems Service
Bulletin 2–1706–1–32–1, Revision 1,
dated July 18, 2017; and UTC Aerospace
Systems Service Bulletin 2–1675–32–2,
Revision 1, dated July 18, 2017. The
UTC Aerospace Systems service
bulletins are included as attachments to
the Textron service letters.
ADDRESSES
We reviewed UTC Aerospace Systems
Service Bulletin 2–1706–1–32–1,
Revision 1, dated July 18, 2017; and
UTC Aerospace Systems Service
Bulletin 2–1675–32–2, Revision 1, dated
July 18, 2017. For the applicable
models, the service information
identifies the affected serial number
brake assemblies and describes
procedures for inspecting the wear
indicator pins. This service information
is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it
through their normal course of business
Other Related Service Information
We also reviewed Textron Aviation
Inc. Service Letters SL510–32–08,
SL680–32–15, and SL680A–32–05, all
dated July 21, 2017. For the applicable
airplane models, these service letters
direct the operators to use Goodrich
Service Bulletins 2–1706–1–32–1 and
2–1675–32–2. However, the Goodrich
Service Bulletins that the Textron
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 668
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per
product
Cost on U.S.
operators
Action
Labor cost
Parts cost
Inspection of the brake assembly wear indicator pins for Models 680 and 680A.
Inspection of the brake assembly wear indicator pins for Model 510.
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .................
Not applicable
$85
$31,790
.5 work-hour × $85 per hour = $42.50 ...........
Not applicable
42.50
12,495
We estimate the following costs to do
any necessary replacement that would
be required based on the results of the
inspection. We have no way of
determining the number of airplanes
that might need these replacements:
ON-CONDITION COSTS
Labor cost
Replacement of the brake assembly for Models 680
and 680A.
Replacement of the brake assembly for Model 510 ....
8 work-hours × $85 per hour = $680 ...........................
$106,164
$106,844
3 work-hours × $85 per hour = $255 ...........................
10,828
11,083
According to the manufacturer, 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 costs in our cost
estimate.
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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
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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 small airplanes, gliders,
balloons, airships, domestic business jet
transport airplanes, and associated
appliances to the Director of the Policy
and Innovation Division.
Regulatory Findings
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
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Parts cost
Cost per
product
Action
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:
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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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):
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2018–07–13 Textron Aviation Inc.:
Amendment 39–19244; Docket No.
FAA–2017–1120; Product Identifier
2017–CE–030–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective May 15, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to Textron Aviation
Inc. (Textron) (type certificates previously
held by Cessna Aircraft Company) Models
510, 680, and 680A airplanes, certificated in
any category, with serial numbers listed in
paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (iii) of this AD
and equipped with a brake assembly
specified in paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (iii)
of this AD:
(i) For Model 510 airplanes, serial numbers
(S/N) –0001 through –0479: Brake assembly
part number (P/N) 2–1706–1 that has a serial
number listed in table 1 of UTC Aerospace
Systems (UTC) Service Bulletin 2–1706–1–
32–1, Revision 1, July 18, 2017;
(ii) Model 680 airplanes, S/Ns –0001
through –0349 and –0501 through –0570:
Brake assembly P/N 2–1675–1 that has a
serial number listed in table 1 of UTC Service
Bulletin 2–1675–32–2, Revision 1, July 18,
2017; and
(iii) Model 680A airplanes, –0003 thru
–0069 and –0071 thru –0089: Brake assembly
P/N 2–1675–1 that has a serial number listed
in table 1 of UTC Service Bulletin 2–1675–
32–2, Revision 1, July 18, 2017.
(2) The UTC service bulletins are included
as attachments to Textron Service Letters
SL510–32–08, SL680–32–15, and SL680A–
32–05, all dated July 21, 2017. However, you
may also obtain the UTC service bulletins
directly from UTC using the contact
information found in paragraph (k)(2) of this
AD.
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(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America
Code 32, Landing Gear.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by information
received from UTC that brake pad wear
indicator pins were set incorrectly. We are
issuing this AD to detect and address wear
indicator pins that were set at an incorrect
length. The unsafe condition, if not
addressed, could result in brake pad wear
beyond the acceptable limits without
indication and consequent loss of braking
ability, which could lead to a runway
excursion.
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or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
(g) Inspection
(1) For Model 510 airplanes: Within 75
landings after May 15, 2018 (the effective
date of this AD) or within 90 days after May
15, 2018 (the effective date of this AD),
whichever occurs first, inspect the brake pad
wear indicator pins, P/N 2–1706–1, for
correct length following the Accomplishment
Instructions in UTC Service Bulletin 2–1706–
1–32–1, Revision 1, July 18, 2017.
(2) For Models 680 and 680A airplanes:
Within 200 landings after May 15, 2018 (the
effective date of this AD) or within 90 days
after May 15, 2018 (the effective date of this
AD), whichever occurs first, inspect the brake
pad wear indicator pins, P/N 2–1675–1, for
correct length following the Accomplishment
Instructions in UTC Service Bulletin 2–1675–
32–2, Revision 1, July 18, 2017.
(3) The compliance times in this AD are
presented in landings. If you do not keep a
record of the total number of landings, then
multiply the total number of hours time-inservice (TIS) after the effective date by 0.85
for Model 510 airplanes and multiply the
total number of hours TIS after the effective
date by 0.73 for Models 680 and 680A
airplanes to estimate the number of landings.
(4) UTC Service Bulletin 2–1706–1–32–1,
Revision 1, July 18, 2017, and UTC Service
Bulletin 2–1675–32–2, Revision 1, July 18,
2017, both contain a requirement to complete
an attached form and return the form to UTC
Aerospace Systems. This AD does not require
completing the attached form and returning
it to UTC Aerospace Systems.
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact one of the following:
(i) For the Model 510: David Enns,
Aerospace Engineer, Wichita ACO Branch,
FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita,
Kansas 67209; phone: 316–946–4147; fax:
913–946–4107; email: david.enns@faa.gov; or
(ii) For the Models 680 and 680A: Adam
Hein, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita ACO
Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100,
Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: 316–946–
4116; fax: 316–946–4107; email: adam.hein@
faa.gov.
(2) You may review Textron Aviation Inc.
Service Letters SL510–32–08, SL680–32–15,
and SL680A–32–05, all dated July 21, 2017,
for additional service information related to
this AD.
(h) Replacement
If any brake pad wear indicator pin is
found to have an incorrect length during the
inspection required in paragraph (g) of this
AD, before further flight, contact Textron
Aviation, Inc. for replacement instructions
that the FAA accepted for compliance with
this AD. You may use the contact
information listed in paragraph (l)(3) of this
AD, as applicable.
(i) Special Flight Permit
We allow a special flight permit per 14
CFR 39.23 for the replacement of the brake
assembly required in paragraph (h) of this AD
provided the wear indicator pin length
extends a minimum of 0.200 inches beyond
the brake assembly housing with the brakes
engaged.
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Wichita 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 applicable person identified in paragraph
(k)(1)(i) or (ii) of this AD.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
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(k) Related Information
(l) 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) UTC Aerospace Systems Service
Bulletin 2–1675–32–2, Revision 1, July 18,
2017.
(ii) UTC Aerospace Systems Service
Bulletin 2–1706–1–32–1, Revision 1, July 18,
2017.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Textron Aviation Inc., One
Cessna Boulevard, P.O. Box 7704, Wichita,
Kansas 67277; phone: 316–517–6215; email:
citationpubs@txtav.com; internet: https://
support.cessna.com/custsupt/csupport/
newlogin.jsp; or UTC Aerospace Systems,
Goodrich Corporation, 101 Waco Street, P.O.
Box 340, Troy, Ohio 45373; phone: 937–339–
3811; email: awb.techpubs@utas.utc.com;
internet: https://www.customers.
utcaerospacesystems.com/.
(4) You may view this service information
at FAA, Policy and Innovation Division, 901
Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call (816) 329–4148.
(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 Kansas City, Missouri, on March
30, 2018.
Pat Mullen,
Acting Deputy Director, Policy & Innovation
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2017-1120; Product Identifier 2017-CE-030-AD; Amendment
39-19244; AD 2018-07-13]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Textron Aviation Inc. Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Textron Aviation Inc. Models 510, 680, and 680A airplanes equipped with
certain part number brake assemblies. This AD was prompted by a report
that brake pad wear indicator pins were set incorrectly, which could
lead to brake pad wear beyond the acceptable limits without indication.
This AD requires inspection of the brake pad wear indicator pins and
replacement of the brake assembly if any pin is set incorrectly. We are
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective May 15, 2018.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 15, 2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Textron Aviation Inc., One Cessna Boulevard, P.O. Box 7704,
Wichita, Kansas 67277; phone: 316-517-6215; email:
[email protected]; internet: https://support.cessna.com/custsupt/csupport/newlogin.jsp; or UTC Aerospace Systems, Goodrich Corporation,
101 Waco Street, P.O. Box 340, Troy, Ohio 45373; phone: 937-339-3811;
email: [email protected]; internet: https://www.customers.utcaerospacesystems.com/. You may view this service
information at the FAA, Policy and Innovation Division, 901 Locust,
Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call (816) 329-4148. It is also available on
the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA-2017-1120.
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-
1120; or in person at Docket Operations 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 Docket Operations (phone: 800-647-
5527) is 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 ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
For the Model 510: David Enns, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita
ACO Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209;
phone: 316-946-4147; fax: 913-946-4107; email: [email protected]; or
For the Models 680 and 680A: Adam Hein, Aerospace
Engineer, Wichita ACO Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100,
Wichita, Kansas 67209; phone: 316-946-4116; fax: 316-946-4107; email:
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Textron Aviation
Inc. (Textron) Models 510, 680, and 680A airplanes equipped with brake
assemblies, part numbers (P/Ns) 2-1706-1 and 2-1675-1, with certain
serial numbers. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December
11, 2017 (82 FR 58140). The NPRM was prompted by a report that brake
pad wear indicator pins were set incorrectly, which could lead to brake
pad wear beyond the acceptable limits without indication. Brakes
overhauled by UTC may have wear indicator pins set longer than
specified. UTC discovered this condition during their inspection of
incoming brakes. This condition, if not corrected, could result in
brake pad wear beyond the acceptable limits without indication and
consequent loss of braking ability, which could lead to a runway
excursion. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the
NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment.
Request Clarification for FAA-Approved Replacement Instructions
Mark Mitcheson of NetJets Aviation requested specifics on ``FAA-
approved replacement instructions approved specifically for this AD.''
We infer he wants clarification of the intent of this statement.
We agree that the language quoted by the commenter and used in the
NPRM was confusing. We intended to direct those responsible for
complying with the requirements of the AD to the type certificate
holder, in this case Textron Aviation Inc., to obtain the replacement
instructions (i.e., maintenance manuals) specific to the applicable
airplane models affected by this AD.
We modified in this AD the language quoted by the commenter to more
accurately reflect our intent.
Request Parts Installation Prohibition
Mark Mitcheson requested whether the AD should prohibit the
installation of the affected parts.
We partially agree. We agree operators should avoid installing the
affected part because parts that do not meet type design could
introduce the unsafe condition onto the airplane. However, we disagree
with adding a specific requirement to the AD prohibiting the
installation of the affected part. This AD requires inspection of the
installed affected parts, and, if an affected part is installed, the
airplane will immediately be subject to the requirements of this AD.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this final rule with the change described previously and minor
editorial changes. We have determined that these changes:
[Agr]re consistent with the intent that was proposed in
the NPRM for addressing 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 final
rule.
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Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 2-1706-1-32-1,
Revision 1, dated July 18, 2017; and UTC Aerospace Systems Service
Bulletin 2-1675-32-2, Revision 1, dated July 18, 2017. For the
applicable models, the service information identifies the affected
serial number brake assemblies and describes procedures for inspecting
the wear indicator pins. 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. These UTC service bulletins are included as
attachments with the Textron service letters discussed in the Other
Related Service Information paragraph.
Other Related Service Information
We also reviewed Textron Aviation Inc. Service Letters SL510-32-08,
SL680-32-15, and SL680A-32-05, all dated July 21, 2017. For the
applicable airplane models, these service letters direct the operators
to use Goodrich Service Bulletins 2-1706-1-32-1 and 2-1675-32-2.
However, the Goodrich Service Bulletins that the Textron Aviation Inc.
Service Letters refer to and intend for operators to use are titled UTC
Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 2-1706-1-32-1, Revision 1, dated
July 18, 2017; and UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 2-1675-32-2,
Revision 1, dated July 18, 2017. The UTC Aerospace Systems service
bulletins are included as attachments to the Textron service letters.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 668 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Inspection of the brake assembly 1 work-hour x $85 per Not applicable....... $85 $31,790
wear indicator pins for Models hour = $85.
680 and 680A.
Inspection of the brake assembly .5 work-hour x $85 per Not applicable....... 42.50 12,495
wear indicator pins for Model hour = $42.50.
510.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacement
that would be required based on the results of the inspection. We have
no way of determining the number of airplanes that might need these
replacements:
On-Condition Costs
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Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
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Replacement of the brake assembly for 8 work-hours x $85 per hour = $680. $106,164 $106,844
Models 680 and 680A.
Replacement of the brake assembly for Model 3 work-hours x $85 per hour = $255. 10,828 11,083
510.
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According to the manufacturer, 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 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 small airplanes, gliders,
balloons, airships, domestic business jet transport airplanes, and
associated appliances to the Director of the Policy and Innovation
Division.
Regulatory Findings
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:
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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):
2018-07-13 Textron Aviation Inc.: Amendment 39-19244; Docket No.
FAA-2017-1120; Product Identifier 2017-CE-030-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective May 15, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to Textron Aviation Inc. (Textron) (type
certificates previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company) Models 510,
680, and 680A airplanes, certificated in any category, with serial
numbers listed in paragraphs (c)(1)(i) through (iii) of this AD and
equipped with a brake assembly specified in paragraphs (c)(1)(i)
through (iii) of this AD:
(i) For Model 510 airplanes, serial numbers (S/N) -0001 through
-0479: Brake assembly part number (P/N) 2-1706-1 that has a serial
number listed in table 1 of UTC Aerospace Systems (UTC) Service
Bulletin 2-1706-1-32-1, Revision 1, July 18, 2017;
(ii) Model 680 airplanes, S/Ns -0001 through -0349 and -0501
through -0570: Brake assembly P/N 2-1675-1 that has a serial number
listed in table 1 of UTC Service Bulletin 2-1675-32-2, Revision 1,
July 18, 2017; and
(iii) Model 680A airplanes, -0003 thru -0069 and -0071 thru -
0089: Brake assembly P/N 2-1675-1 that has a serial number listed in
table 1 of UTC Service Bulletin 2-1675-32-2, Revision 1, July 18,
2017.
(2) The UTC service bulletins are included as attachments to
Textron Service Letters SL510-32-08, SL680-32-15, and SL680A-32-05,
all dated July 21, 2017. However, you may also obtain the UTC
service bulletins directly from UTC using the contact information
found in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport Association
(ATA) of America Code 32, Landing Gear.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by information received from UTC that brake
pad wear indicator pins were set incorrectly. We are issuing this AD
to detect and address wear indicator pins that were set at an
incorrect length. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could
result in brake pad wear beyond the acceptable limits without
indication and consequent loss of braking ability, which could lead
to a runway excursion.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection
(1) For Model 510 airplanes: Within 75 landings after May 15,
2018 (the effective date of this AD) or within 90 days after May 15,
2018 (the effective date of this AD), whichever occurs first,
inspect the brake pad wear indicator pins, P/N 2-1706-1, for correct
length following the Accomplishment Instructions in UTC Service
Bulletin 2-1706-1-32-1, Revision 1, July 18, 2017.
(2) For Models 680 and 680A airplanes: Within 200 landings after
May 15, 2018 (the effective date of this AD) or within 90 days after
May 15, 2018 (the effective date of this AD), whichever occurs
first, inspect the brake pad wear indicator pins, P/N 2-1675-1, for
correct length following the Accomplishment Instructions in UTC
Service Bulletin 2-1675-32-2, Revision 1, July 18, 2017.
(3) The compliance times in this AD are presented in landings.
If you do not keep a record of the total number of landings, then
multiply the total number of hours time-in-service (TIS) after the
effective date by 0.85 for Model 510 airplanes and multiply the
total number of hours TIS after the effective date by 0.73 for
Models 680 and 680A airplanes to estimate the number of landings.
(4) UTC Service Bulletin 2-1706-1-32-1, Revision 1, July 18,
2017, and UTC Service Bulletin 2-1675-32-2, Revision 1, July 18,
2017, both contain a requirement to complete an attached form and
return the form to UTC Aerospace Systems. This AD does not require
completing the attached form and returning it to UTC Aerospace
Systems.
(h) Replacement
If any brake pad wear indicator pin is found to have an
incorrect length during the inspection required in paragraph (g) of
this AD, before further flight, contact Textron Aviation, Inc. for
replacement instructions that the FAA accepted for compliance with
this AD. You may use the contact information listed in paragraph
(l)(3) of this AD, as applicable.
(i) Special Flight Permit
We allow a special flight permit per 14 CFR 39.23 for the
replacement of the brake assembly required in paragraph (h) of this
AD provided the wear indicator pin length extends a minimum of 0.200
inches beyond the brake assembly housing with the brakes engaged.
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Wichita 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
applicable person identified in paragraph (k)(1)(i) or (ii) of this
AD.
(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 one of the
following:
(i) For the Model 510: David Enns, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita
ACO Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209;
phone: 316-946-4147; fax: 913-946-4107; email: [email protected];
or
(ii) For the Models 680 and 680A: Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer,
Wichita ACO Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita,
Kansas 67209; phone: 316-946-4116; fax: 316-946-4107; email:
[email protected].
(2) You may review Textron Aviation Inc. Service Letters SL510-
32-08, SL680-32-15, and SL680A-32-05, all dated July 21, 2017, for
additional service information related to this AD.
(l) 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) UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 2-1675-32-2, Revision
1, July 18, 2017.
(ii) UTC Aerospace Systems Service Bulletin 2-1706-1-32-1,
Revision 1, July 18, 2017.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Textron Aviation Inc., One Cessna Boulevard, P.O. Box 7704, Wichita,
Kansas 67277; phone: 316-517-6215; email: [email protected];
internet: https://support.cessna.com/custsupt/csupport/newlogin.jsp;
or UTC Aerospace Systems, Goodrich Corporation, 101 Waco Street,
P.O. Box 340, Troy, Ohio 45373; phone: 937-339-3811; email:
[email protected]; internet: https://www.customers.utcaerospacesystems.com/.
(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Policy and
Innovation Division, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
(816) 329-4148.
(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 Kansas City, Missouri, on March 30, 2018.
Pat Mullen,
Acting Deputy Director, Policy & Innovation Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2018-06951 Filed 4-9-18; 8:45 am]
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