Airworthiness Directives; Textron Aviation Inc. Airplanes, 20719-20725 [2018-09601]

Download as PDF 20719 Rules and Regulations Federal Register Vol. 83, No. 89 Tuesday, May 8, 2018 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 The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by Transportation, Docket Operations, M– the Superintendent of Documents. 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– Federal Aviation Administration 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, 14 CFR Part 39 Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. [Docket No. FAA–2018–0068; Product and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Identifier 2017–CE–049–AD; Amendment except Federal holidays. 39–19276; AD 2018–03–03 R1] For service information identified in RIN 2120–AA64 this final rule, contact Textron Aviation Inc., Textron Aviation Customer Airworthiness Directives; Textron Service, One Cessna Blvd., Wichita, Aviation Inc. Airplanes Kansas 67215; telephone: (316) 517– 5800; email: customercare@txtav.com; AGENCY: Federal Aviation internet: www.txtav.com. You may view Administration (FAA), DOT. this service information at the FAA, ACTION: Final rule; request for Policy and Innovation Division, 901 comments. Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. SUMMARY: We are revising Airworthiness For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (816) 329– Directive (AD) 2018–03–03 for certain 4148. It is also available on the internet Textron Aviation Inc. Models 401, at https://www.regulations.gov by 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, 421A, 421B, searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0068. 421C, and 425 airplanes. AD 2018–03– 03 required repetitively inspecting the Examining the AD Docket left and the right forward lower carry You may examine the AD docket on through spar cap for cracks and the internet at https:// replacing the carry through spar cap if www.regulations.gov by searching for cracks were found. This AD addresses and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– the same unsafe condition and requires 0068; or in person at Docket Operations the same actions as AD 2018–03–03, but between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday clarifies the compliance times for the through Friday, except Federal holidays. initial inspection of the carry through The AD docket contains this final rule, spar cap. This AD was prompted by the regulatory evaluation, any several reports of confusion in comments received, and other interpreting the compliance times for information. The street address for the initial inspection of the carry Docket Operations (phone: 800–647– through spar cap. We are issuing this 5527) is listed above. Comments will be AD to eliminate confusion in available in the AD docket shortly after interpreting the compliance times for receipt. this inspection. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: DATES: This AD is effective May 23, Bobbie Kroetch, Aerospace Engineer, 2018. Wichita ACO Branch, 1801 Airport The Director of the Federal Register Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas approved the incorporation by reference 67209; telephone: (316) 946–4155; fax: of certain other publications listed in (316) 946–4107; email: bobbie.kroetch@ this AD as of February 28, 2018 (83 FR faa.gov or Wichita-COS@faa.gov. 6114, February 13, 2018). SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: We must receive any comments on Discussion this AD by June 22, 2018. We issued AD 2018–03–03, ADDRESSES: You may send comments, Amendment 39–19176 (83 FR 6114, using the procedures found in 14 CFR sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 February 13, 2018), (‘‘AD 2018–03–03’’), for certain Textron Aviation Inc. (Textron) (type certificate previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company) Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, 421A, 421B, 421C, and 425 airplanes. AD 2018–03–03 required repetitively inspecting the left and the right forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks and replacing the carry through spar cap if cracks were found. AD 2018–03–03 also required sending the inspection results to the FAA. AD 2018–03–03 resulted from a report of a fully cracked lower forward carry through spar cap found on a Textron Model 402C airplane. Investigation revealed that the crack resulted from metal fatigue. At this time, the cracking has been found on only Model 402C airplanes. However, the carry through spar cap and surrounding structure on the other model airplanes included in AD 2018–03–03 are similar and the loads on the other model airplanes are similar to (or higher than) the Model 402C airplanes. We issued AD 2018–03–03 to prevent failure of the carry through spar cap during flight. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in loss of control. Actions Since AD 2018–03–03 Was Issued Since we issued AD 2018–03–03, we received numerous comments from owners/operators and maintenance staff stating the compliance times for the initial inspection of the carry through spar cap are confusing and asking for clarification. We also received an additional comment requesting clarification of the replacement requirement. AD 2018–03–03 specified replacing the carry through spar if cracks are found during any inspection of the carry through spar cap. Our intent was to require replacement of only the carry through spar cap if cracks are found, which decreases the burden to the owners/operators of the affected airplanes. We are issuing this AD to clarify the compliance times for the initial inspection of the carry through spar cap and to clarify the replacement requirement of the carry through spar cap. E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1 20720 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and Regulations Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 AD Requirements We reviewed Textron Aviation Multiengine Mandatory Service Letter MEL– 57–01 and Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL–57–01, both dated December 18, 2017. As applicable, these service letters describe procedures for repetitively inspecting the forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks. 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. Other Related Service Information We reviewed Textron Aviation Conquest Service Bulletin CQB–57–01, Textron Aviation Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB–57–01, and Textron Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB–57– 02, all dated December 20, 2017. As applicable, these service bulletins provide the manufacturer’s optional procedures for installing access panels for easier access to the forward lower carry through spar caps. This AD does not require installing the access panels. FAA’s Determination We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant information and determined the unsafe condition described previously in AD 2018–03–03 is likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the left and the right forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks and replacing the carry through spar cap if cracks are found. This AD also requires sending the inspection results to the FAA. Interim Action We consider this AD interim action. Textron Aviation Inc. is evaluating the initial and repetitive inspection intervals, as well as designing a replacement lower carry through spar cap from an improved material. After the evaluations are complete and the design modification is developed, approved, and available, we may consider additional rulemaking. FAA’s Justification and Determination of the Effective Date The FAA previously determined that the risk to the flying public justified waiving notice and comment prior to the adoption of AD 2018–03–03. This AD is being issued to clarify the compliance times for the initial inspection of the carry through spar cap found in 2018–03–03. Because the substance of AD 2018–03–03 remains the same, but for the clarification of compliance times for the initial inspection and clarification of the spar cap replacement, we find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are unnecessary. In addition, for the reasons 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 provide you with notice and an opportunity to provide your comments before it becomes effective. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this final rule. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include the docket number FAA–2018–0068 and Product Identifier 2017–CE–049–AD at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this final rule. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this final rule because of those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this final rule. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 2,147 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators Inspect the left and the right forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks (without inspection access panels). 12 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,020 per inspection cycle. Not applicable ....... $1,020 per inspection cycle. $2,189,940 per inspection cycle. We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacement that will be required based on the results of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this replacements: ON-CONDITION COSTS Labor cost Replace carry through spar cap ................................... sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES Action 800 work-hours × $85 per hour = $68,000 .................. Paperwork Reduction Act A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control number for the collection of information required by this AD is 2120–0056. The paperwork cost associated with this AD has been detailed in the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for reviewing PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Parts cost $5,000 Cost per product $73,000 instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with this AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and Regulations sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES 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, VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 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, PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4725 the FAA amends part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (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) 2018–03–03, Amendment 39–19176 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018) and adding the following new AD: ■ 2018–03–03 R1 Textron Aviation Inc.: Amendment 39–19276; Docket No. FAA–2018–0068; Product Identifier 2017–CE–049–AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 23, 2018. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2018–03–03, Amendment 39–19176 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018) (‘‘AD 2018–03– 03’’). (c) Applicability This AD applies to the following Textron Aviation Inc. (type certificate previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company) model airplanes, that are certificated in any category: E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1 ER08MY18.009</GPH> DC 20591. ATTN: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200. 20721 20722 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and Regulations (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/ Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by several reports of confusion in interpreting the compliance times for the initial inspection of the carry through spar cap. We are issuing this AD to eliminate confusion in interpreting the compliance times for this inspection. The unsafe condition related to this AD was previously addressed in AD 2018–03–03. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection Criteria For the inspections required in paragraphs (h), (i), (j) and (l) of this AD, do a detailed visual inspection of the left and right forward (h) Initial Inspection for All Affected Airplanes With 24,975 Hours Time-InService (TIS) or More on the Carry Through Spar Cap Within the next 25 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the effective date retained (i) Initial Inspection for All Affected Airplanes With Less Than 24,975 Hours TIS on the Carry Through Spar Cap (1) For Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, and 421A airplanes, do an initial detailed visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD at whichever of the compliance times in paragraphs (i)(1)(i) or (ii) of this AD occurs later. See figures 1 and 2 of paragraph (i)(1) of this AD for examples. (i) Before or upon accumulating 15,000 hours TIS on the carry through spar cap; or (ii) Within the next 50 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the effective date retained from AD 2018–03–03). (ii) Within the next 50 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the effective date retained from AD 2018–03–03). ER08MY18.011</GPH> of this AD occurs later. See figures 3 and 4 to paragraph (i)(2) of this AD for examples. (i) Before or upon accumulating 12,000 hours TIS on the carry through spar cap; or from AD 2018–03–03), do an initial detailed visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1 ER08MY18.010</GPH> sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES (2) For Models 421B and 421C airplanes, do an initial detailed visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD at whichever of the compliance times in paragraphs (i)(2)(i) or (ii) lower carry through spar cap for cracks. Using a 10X magnifier visually inspect the bottom surface of the carry through spar cap in the areas around the fasteners located just inboard of the left-hand and right-hand forward lower wing fittings. If a crack is not positively identified during the detailed visual inspection but is suspected or the area is questionable, before further flight, do a surface eddy current inspection of the suspected area. Do these inspections using the Accomplishment Instructions in Textron Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter MEL–57–01 and Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL–57– 01, both dated December 18, 2017, as applicable. Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and Regulations later. See figures 5 and 6 to paragraphs (i)(3) of this AD for examples. (i) Before or upon accumulating 11,000 TIS on the carry through spar cap; or (ii) Within the next 50 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the effective date retained from AD 2018–03–03). ER08MY18.013</GPH> ER08MY18.014</GPH> VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4725 E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1 ER08MY18.012</GPH> sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES ER08MY18.015</GPH> (3) For Model 425 airplanes, do an initial detailed visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD at whichever of the compliance times in paragraphs (i)(3)(i) or (ii) of this AD occurs 20723 20724 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and Regulations (j) Repetitive Inspections for All Affected Airplanes If no cracks are found during the initial detailed visual inspections or the surface eddy current inspections required in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD, repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals not to exceed 50 hours TIS. Inspect following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD. (k) Replacement of Carry Through Spar Cap for All Affected Airplanes If cracks are found during any inspection required in paragraphs (h) through (j) and paragraph (l) of this AD, before further flight, replace the carry through spar cap. (l) Initial and Repetitive Inspections of Newly Installed Carry Through Spar Cap for All Affected Airplanes Do the initial and repetitive inspections following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD at the applicable compliance time in paragraphs (l)(1) through (3) of this AD. If any cracks are found during any inspection required by this paragraph, before further flight, replace the wing carry through spar cap. (1) For Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, and 421A airplanes, initially inspect before or upon accumulating 15,000 hours TIS on the newly installed carry through spar cap and repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals not to exceed 50 hours TIS. (2) For Models 421B and 421C airplanes, initially inspect before or upon accumulating 12,000 hours TIS on the newly installed carry through spar cap and repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals not to exceed 50 hours TIS. (3) For Model 425 airplanes, initially inspect before or upon accumulating 11,000 hours TIS on the newly installed carry through spar cap and repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals not to exceed 50 hours TIS. sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES (m) Reporting Requirement for All Affected Airplanes Within 30 days after each inspection required by paragraphs (h) through (j) and paragraph (l) of this AD, report the results of the inspection to the FAA representative identified in paragraph (r) of this AD using the undated Attachment (titled Spar Cap Inspection Results Form and Spar Cap Inspection Results Form Continued) to Textron Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter MEL–57–01 and Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL–57–01, both dated December 18, 2017, as applicable. Please identify AD 2018–03–03 in the subject line if submitted through email. (n) Installation of Optional Access Panels All Affected Airplanes Textron Aviation Conquest Service Bulletin CQB–57–01, Textron Aviation Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB–57–01, and Textron Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB–57–02, all dated December 20, 2017, provide the manufacturer’s optional procedures for installing access panels for VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 easier access to the forward carry through spar cap. This AD does not require installing the access panels, but does not restrict the owner/operator from doing so. (o) Credit for Actions Done Following Previous Service Information for Affected Airplanes This AD allows credit for the initial inspection of the forward lower carry through spar cap required in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD if done before February 28, 2018 (the effective date retained from AD 2018–03–03), using the following documents: (1) Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 401/402 Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–10, dated June 3, 2002. (2) Model 402C airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 402C Maintenance Manual, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–14, dated June 3, 2002. (3) Models 411 and 411A airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 411, Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–10, dated January 6, 2003. (4) Model 414 airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 414 Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–10, dated August 1, 2002. (5) Model 414A airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 414A Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–14, dated August 1, 2002. (6) Models 421, 421A, and 421B airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 421 Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–10, dated March 3, 2003. (7) Model 421C airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 421C Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57–10–14, dated January 6, 2003. (p) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden Statement A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 15 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200. PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (q) 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 person identified in paragraph (r) 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. (r) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Bobbie Kroetch, Aerospace Engineer, Wichita ACO Branch, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone: (316) 946–4155; fax: (316) 946–4107; email: bobbie.kroetch@faa.gov or Wichita-COS@ faa.gov. (s) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on February 28, 2018 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018). (i) Textron Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter MEL–57–01, dated December 18, 2017 (includes the undated Attachment titled Spar Cap Inspection Results Form and Spar Cap Inspection Results Form Continued). (ii) Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL–57–01, dated December 18, 2017 (includes the undated Attachment titled Spar Cap Inspection Results Form and Spar Cap Inspection Results Form Continued). (4) For Textron Aviation service information identified in this AD, contact Textron Aviation Inc., Textron Aviation Customer Service, One Cessna Blvd., Wichita, Kansas 67215; telephone: (316) 517– 5800; email: customercare@txtav.com; internet: www.txtav.com. (5) 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. (6) 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. E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and Regulations Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 30, 2018. Melvin J. Johnson, Deputy Director, Policy & Innovation Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018–09601 Filed 5–7–18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 97 [Docket No. 31190; Amdt. No. 3797] Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: This rule establishes, amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are needed because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports. DATES: This rule is effective May 8, 2018. The compliance date for each SIAP, associated Takeoff Minimums, and ODP is specified in the amendatory provisions. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of May 8, 2018. SUMMARY: Availability of matters incorporated by reference in the amendment is as follows: ADDRESSES: sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with RULES For Examination 1. U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Ops-M30, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Bldg., Ground Floor, Washington, DC, 20590–0001. 2. The FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Area in which the affected airport is located; 3. The office of Aeronautical Navigation Products, 6500 South VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:05 May 07, 2018 Jkt 244001 MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73169 or, 4. 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/code_of_federal_ regulations/ibr_locations.html. Availability All SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs are available online free of charge. Visit the National Flight Data Center at nfdc.faa.gov to register. Additionally, individual SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP copies may be obtained from the FAA Air Traffic Organization Service Area in which the affected airport is located. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Thomas J. Nichols, Flight Procedure Standards Branch (AFS–420), Flight Technologies and Programs Divisions, Flight Standards Service, Federal Aviation Administration, Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, 6500 South MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73169 (Mail Address: P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City, OK 73125) Telephone: (405) 954–4164. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: This rule amends Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 97 (14 CFR part 97), by establishing, amending, suspending, or removes SIAPS, Takeoff Minimums and/or ODPS. The complete regulatory description of each SIAP and its associated Takeoff Minimums or ODP for an identified airport is listed on FAA form documents which are incorporated by reference in this amendment under 5 U.S.C. 552(a), 1 CFR part 51, and 14 CFR part 97.20. The applicable FAA forms are FAA Forms 8260–3, 8260–4, 8260–5, 8260–15A, and 8260–15B when required by an entry on 8260–15A. The large number of SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, their complex nature, and the need for a special format make publication in the Federal Register expensive and impractical. Further, airmen do not use the regulatory text of the SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums or ODPs, but instead refer to their graphic depiction on charts printed by publishers of aeronautical materials. Thus, the advantages of incorporation by reference are realized and publication of the complete description of each SIAP, Takeoff Minimums and ODP listed on FAA form documents is unnecessary. This amendment provides the affected CFR sections and specifies the types of SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums and ODPs with their applicable effective dates. PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 20725 This amendment also identifies the airport and its location, the procedure, and the amendment number. Availability and Summary of Material Incorporated by Reference The material incorporated by reference is publicly available as listed in the ADDRESSES section. The material incorporated by reference describes SIAPS, Takeoff Minimums and/or ODPS as identified in the amendatory language for part 97 of this final rule. The Rule This amendment to 14 CFR part 97 is effective upon publication of each separate SIAP, Takeoff Minimums and ODP as Amended in the transmittal. Some SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and textual ODP amendments may have been issued previously by the FAA in a Flight Data Center (FDC) Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) as an emergency action of immediate flight safety relating directly to published aeronautical charts. The circumstances that created the need for some SIAP and Takeoff Minimums and ODP amendments may require making them effective in less than 30 days. For the remaining SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, an effective date at least 30 days after publication is provided. Further, the SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs contained in this amendment are based on the criteria contained in the U.S. Standard for Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS). In developing these SIAPs and Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, the TERPS criteria were applied to the conditions existing or anticipated at the affected airports. Because of the close and immediate relationship between these SIAPs, Takeoff Minimums and ODPs, and safety in air commerce, I find that notice and public procedure under 5 U.S.C. 553(b) are impracticable and contrary to the public interest and, where applicable, under 5 U.S.C 553(d), good cause exists for making some SIAPs effective in less than 30 days. The FAA has determined that this regulation only involves an established body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments are necessary to keep them operationally current. It, therefore— (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); and (3)does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation as the anticipated impact is so minimal. For the same E:\FR\FM\08MYR1.SGM 08MYR1

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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2018-09601]



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Federal Register / Vol. 83, No. 89 / Tuesday, May 8, 2018 / Rules and 
Regulations

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2018-0068; Product Identifier 2017-CE-049-AD; Amendment 
39-19276; AD 2018-03-03 R1]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Textron Aviation Inc. Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: We are revising Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2018-03-03 for 
certain Textron Aviation Inc. Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 
402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 421, 421A, 421B, 421C, and 425 airplanes. 
AD 2018-03-03 required repetitively inspecting the left and the right 
forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks and replacing the carry 
through spar cap if cracks were found. This AD addresses the same 
unsafe condition and requires the same actions as AD 2018-03-03, but 
clarifies the compliance times for the initial inspection of the carry 
through spar cap. This AD was prompted by several reports of confusion 
in interpreting the compliance times for the initial inspection of the 
carry through spar cap. We are issuing this AD to eliminate confusion 
in interpreting the compliance times for this inspection.

DATES: This AD is effective May 23, 2018.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of 
February 28, 2018 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018).
    We must receive any comments on this AD by June 22, 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 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this final rule, contact 
Textron Aviation Inc., Textron Aviation Customer Service, One Cessna 
Blvd., Wichita, Kansas 67215; telephone: (316) 517-5800; email: 
[email protected]; internet: www.txtav.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-2018-0068.

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-
0068; 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 street address for Docket Operations (phone: 
800-647-5527) is listed above. Comments will be available in the AD 
docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bobbie Kroetch, Aerospace Engineer, 
Wichita ACO Branch, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; 
telephone: (316) 946-4155; fax: (316) 946-4107; email: 
[email protected] or [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued AD 2018-03-03, Amendment 39-19176 (83 FR 6114, February 
13, 2018), (``AD 2018-03-03''), for certain Textron Aviation Inc. 
(Textron) (type certificate previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company) 
Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A, 
421, 421A, 421B, 421C, and 425 airplanes. AD 2018-03-03 required 
repetitively inspecting the left and the right forward lower carry 
through spar cap for cracks and replacing the carry through spar cap if 
cracks were found. AD 2018-03-03 also required sending the inspection 
results to the FAA.
    AD 2018-03-03 resulted from a report of a fully cracked lower 
forward carry through spar cap found on a Textron Model 402C airplane. 
Investigation revealed that the crack resulted from metal fatigue. At 
this time, the cracking has been found on only Model 402C airplanes. 
However, the carry through spar cap and surrounding structure on the 
other model airplanes included in AD 2018-03-03 are similar and the 
loads on the other model airplanes are similar to (or higher than) the 
Model 402C airplanes.
    We issued AD 2018-03-03 to prevent failure of the carry through 
spar cap during flight. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could 
result in loss of control.

Actions Since AD 2018-03-03 Was Issued

    Since we issued AD 2018-03-03, we received numerous comments from 
owners/operators and maintenance staff stating the compliance times for 
the initial inspection of the carry through spar cap are confusing and 
asking for clarification. We also received an additional comment 
requesting clarification of the replacement requirement. AD 2018-03-03 
specified replacing the carry through spar if cracks are found during 
any inspection of the carry through spar cap. Our intent was to require 
replacement of only the carry through spar cap if cracks are found, 
which decreases the burden to the owners/operators of the affected 
airplanes. We are issuing this AD to clarify the compliance times for 
the initial inspection of the carry through spar cap and to clarify the 
replacement requirement of the carry through spar cap.

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Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    We reviewed Textron Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter 
MEL-57-01 and Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL-
57-01, both dated December 18, 2017. As applicable, these service 
letters describe procedures for repetitively inspecting the forward 
lower carry through spar cap for cracks. 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.

Other Related Service Information

    We reviewed Textron Aviation Conquest Service Bulletin CQB-57-01, 
Textron Aviation Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB-57-01, and Textron 
Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB-57-02, all dated December 20, 2017. 
As applicable, these service bulletins provide the manufacturer's 
optional procedures for installing access panels for easier access to 
the forward lower carry through spar caps. This AD does not require 
installing the access panels.

FAA's Determination

    We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant 
information and determined the unsafe condition described previously in 
AD 2018-03-03 is likely to exist or develop in other products of the 
same type design.

AD Requirements

    This AD requires repetitively inspecting the left and the right 
forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks and replacing the carry 
through spar cap if cracks are found. This AD also requires sending the 
inspection results to the FAA.

Interim Action

    We consider this AD interim action. Textron Aviation Inc. is 
evaluating the initial and repetitive inspection intervals, as well as 
designing a replacement lower carry through spar cap from an improved 
material. After the evaluations are complete and the design 
modification is developed, approved, and available, we may consider 
additional rulemaking.

FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date

    The FAA previously determined that the risk to the flying public 
justified waiving notice and comment prior to the adoption of AD 2018-
03-03. This AD is being issued to clarify the compliance times for the 
initial inspection of the carry through spar cap found in 2018-03-03. 
Because the substance of AD 2018-03-03 remains the same, but for the 
clarification of compliance times for the initial inspection and 
clarification of the spar cap replacement, we find good cause that 
notice and opportunity for prior public comment are unnecessary. In 
addition, for the reasons 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 provide you with notice and an opportunity to 
provide your comments before it becomes effective. However, we invite 
you to send any written data, views, or arguments about this final 
rule. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES 
section. Include the docket number FAA-2018-0068 and Product Identifier 
2017-CE-049-AD at the beginning of your comments. We specifically 
invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and 
energy aspects of this final rule. We will consider all comments 
received by the closing date and may amend this final rule because of 
those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we 
receive about this final rule.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 2,147 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                                 Cost on U.S.
             Action                   Labor cost          Parts cost       Cost per product        operators
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Inspect the left and the right    12 work-hours x     Not applicable....  $1,020 per          $2,189,940 per
 forward lower carry through       $85 per hour =                          inspection cycle.   inspection cycle.
 spar cap for cracks (without      $1,020 per
 inspection access panels).        inspection cycle.
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    We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacement 
that will be required based on the results of the inspection. We have 
no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this 
replacements:

                                               On-Condition Costs
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                                                                                                     Cost per
                   Action                                 Labor cost                Parts cost        product
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Replace carry through spar cap.............  800 work-hours x $85 per hour =              $5,000         $73,000
                                              $68,000.
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Paperwork Reduction Act

    A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not 
required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to penalty for 
failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the 
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of 
information displays a current valid OMB control number. The control 
number for the collection of information required by this AD is 2120-
0056. The paperwork cost associated with this AD has been detailed in 
the Costs of Compliance section of this document and includes time for 
reviewing instructions, as well as completing and reviewing the 
collection of information. Therefore, all reporting associated with 
this AD is mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden 
and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA 
at 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington,

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DC 20591. ATTN: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, section 44701, ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the 
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by 
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is 
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but 
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the 
authority to issue ADs applicable to 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 part 39 of the Federal Aviation 
Regulations (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) 
2018-03-03, Amendment 39-19176 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018) and 
adding the following new AD:

2018-03-03 R1 Textron Aviation Inc.: Amendment 39-19276; Docket No. 
FAA-2018-0068; Product Identifier 2017-CE-049-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective May 23, 2018.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD replaces Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2018-03-03, 
Amendment 39-19176 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018) (``AD 2018-03-
03'').

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to the following Textron Aviation Inc. (type 
certificate previously held by Cessna Aircraft Company) model 
airplanes, that are certificated in any category:
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(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport Association 
(ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by several reports of confusion in 
interpreting the compliance times for the initial inspection of the 
carry through spar cap. We are issuing this AD to eliminate 
confusion in interpreting the compliance times for this inspection. 
The unsafe condition related to this AD was previously addressed in 
AD 2018-03-03.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Inspection Criteria

    For the inspections required in paragraphs (h), (i), (j) and (l) 
of this AD, do a detailed visual inspection of the left and right 
forward lower carry through spar cap for cracks. Using a 10X 
magnifier visually inspect the bottom surface of the carry through 
spar cap in the areas around the fasteners located just inboard of 
the left-hand and right-hand forward lower wing fittings. If a crack 
is not positively identified during the detailed visual inspection 
but is suspected or the area is questionable, before further flight, 
do a surface eddy current inspection of the suspected area. Do these 
inspections using the Accomplishment Instructions in Textron 
Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter MEL-57-01 and Textron 
Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL-57-01, both dated 
December 18, 2017, as applicable.

(h) Initial Inspection for All Affected Airplanes With 24,975 Hours 
Time-In-Service (TIS) or More on the Carry Through Spar Cap

    Within the next 25 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the 
effective date retained from AD 2018-03-03), do an initial detailed 
visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph 
(g) of this AD.

(i) Initial Inspection for All Affected Airplanes With Less Than 24,975 
Hours TIS on the Carry Through Spar Cap

    (1) For Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 
411A, 414, 414A, 421, and 421A airplanes, do an initial detailed 
visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph 
(g) of this AD at whichever of the compliance times in paragraphs 
(i)(1)(i) or (ii) of this AD occurs later. See figures 1 and 2 of 
paragraph (i)(1) of this AD for examples.
    (i) Before or upon accumulating 15,000 hours TIS on the carry 
through spar cap; or
    (ii) Within the next 50 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the 
effective date retained from AD 2018-03-03).
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    (2) For Models 421B and 421C airplanes, do an initial detailed 
visual inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph 
(g) of this AD at whichever of the compliance times in paragraphs 
(i)(2)(i) or (ii) of this AD occurs later. See figures 3 and 4 to 
paragraph (i)(2) of this AD for examples.
    (i) Before or upon accumulating 12,000 hours TIS on the carry 
through spar cap; or
    (ii) Within the next 50 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the 
effective date retained from AD 2018-03-03).

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    (3) For Model 425 airplanes, do an initial detailed visual 
inspection following the instructions specified in paragraph (g) of 
this AD at whichever of the compliance times in paragraphs (i)(3)(i) 
or (ii) of this AD occurs later. See figures 5 and 6 to paragraphs 
(i)(3) of this AD for examples.
    (i) Before or upon accumulating 11,000 TIS on the carry through 
spar cap; or
    (ii) Within the next 50 hours TIS after February 28, 2018 (the 
effective date retained from AD 2018-03-03).
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(j) Repetitive Inspections for All Affected Airplanes

    If no cracks are found during the initial detailed visual 
inspections or the surface eddy current inspections required in 
paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD, repetitively thereafter inspect 
at intervals not to exceed 50 hours TIS. Inspect following the 
instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD.

(k) Replacement of Carry Through Spar Cap for All Affected Airplanes

    If cracks are found during any inspection required in paragraphs 
(h) through (j) and paragraph (l) of this AD, before further flight, 
replace the carry through spar cap.

(l) Initial and Repetitive Inspections of Newly Installed Carry Through 
Spar Cap for All Affected Airplanes

    Do the initial and repetitive inspections following the 
instructions specified in paragraph (g) of this AD at the applicable 
compliance time in paragraphs (l)(1) through (3) of this AD. If any 
cracks are found during any inspection required by this paragraph, 
before further flight, replace the wing carry through spar cap.
    (1) For Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 
411A, 414, 414A, 421, and 421A airplanes, initially inspect before 
or upon accumulating 15,000 hours TIS on the newly installed carry 
through spar cap and repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals 
not to exceed 50 hours TIS.
    (2) For Models 421B and 421C airplanes, initially inspect before 
or upon accumulating 12,000 hours TIS on the newly installed carry 
through spar cap and repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals 
not to exceed 50 hours TIS.
    (3) For Model 425 airplanes, initially inspect before or upon 
accumulating 11,000 hours TIS on the newly installed carry through 
spar cap and repetitively thereafter inspect at intervals not to 
exceed 50 hours TIS.

(m) Reporting Requirement for All Affected Airplanes

    Within 30 days after each inspection required by paragraphs (h) 
through (j) and paragraph (l) of this AD, report the results of the 
inspection to the FAA representative identified in paragraph (r) of 
this AD using the undated Attachment (titled Spar Cap Inspection 
Results Form and Spar Cap Inspection Results Form Continued) to 
Textron Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter MEL-57-01 and 
Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL-57-01, both 
dated December 18, 2017, as applicable. Please identify AD 2018-03-
03 in the subject line if submitted through email.

(n) Installation of Optional Access Panels All Affected Airplanes

    Textron Aviation Conquest Service Bulletin CQB-57-01, Textron 
Aviation Multi-engine Service Bulletin MEB-57-01, and Textron Multi-
engine Service Bulletin MEB-57-02, all dated December 20, 2017, 
provide the manufacturer's optional procedures for installing access 
panels for easier access to the forward carry through spar cap. This 
AD does not require installing the access panels, but does not 
restrict the owner/operator from doing so.

(o) Credit for Actions Done Following Previous Service Information for 
Affected Airplanes

    This AD allows credit for the initial inspection of the forward 
lower carry through spar cap required in paragraphs (h) and (i) of 
this AD if done before February 28, 2018 (the effective date 
retained from AD 2018-03-03), using the following documents:
    (1) Models 401, 401A, 401B, 402, 402A, 402B airplanes: Cessna 
Aircraft Company Model 401/402 Supplemental Inspection Document, 
Supplemental Inspection Number 57-10-10, dated June 3, 2002.
    (2) Model 402C airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 402C 
Maintenance Manual, Supplemental Inspection Number 57-10-14, dated 
June 3, 2002.
    (3) Models 411 and 411A airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 
411, Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection 
Number 57-10-10, dated January 6, 2003.
    (4) Model 414 airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 414 
Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57-
10-10, dated August 1, 2002.
    (5) Model 414A airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 414A 
Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57-
10-14, dated August 1, 2002.
    (6) Models 421, 421A, and 421B airplanes: Cessna Aircraft 
Company Model 421 Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental 
Inspection Number 57-10-10, dated March 3, 2003.
    (7) Model 421C airplanes: Cessna Aircraft Company Model 421C 
Supplemental Inspection Document, Supplemental Inspection Number 57-
10-14, dated January 6, 2003.

(p) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden Statement

    A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not 
required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty 
for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to 
the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that 
collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control 
Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 
2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is 
estimated to be approximately 15 minutes per response, including the 
time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the 
collection of information. All responses to this collection of 
information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this 
burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to 
the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591, Attn: 
Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.

(q) 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 
person identified in paragraph (r) 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.

(r) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Bobbie Kroetch, 
Aerospace Engineer, Wichita ACO Branch, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, 
Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone: (316) 946-4155; fax: (316) 946-
4107; email: [email protected] or [email protected].

(s) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed 
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on 
February 28, 2018 (83 FR 6114, February 13, 2018).
    (i) Textron Aviation Multi-engine Mandatory Service Letter MEL-
57-01, dated December 18, 2017 (includes the undated Attachment 
titled Spar Cap Inspection Results Form and Spar Cap Inspection 
Results Form Continued).
    (ii) Textron Aviation Conquest Mandatory Service Letter CQL-57-
01, dated December 18, 2017 (includes the undated Attachment titled 
Spar Cap Inspection Results Form and Spar Cap Inspection Results 
Form Continued).
    (4) For Textron Aviation service information identified in this 
AD, contact Textron Aviation Inc., Textron Aviation Customer 
Service, One Cessna Blvd., Wichita, Kansas 67215; telephone: (316) 
517-5800; email: [email protected]; internet: www.txtav.com.
    (5) 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.
    (6) 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.


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    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 30, 2018.
Melvin J. Johnson,
Deputy Director, Policy & Innovation Division, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2018-09601 Filed 5-7-18; 8:45 am]
 BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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