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contract at any time during the crop
year; and
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(2) The Board of Directors or officers
of the processor must have adopted and
executed a corporate resolution that
contains essentially the same terms as a
processor contract. Such corporate
resolution will be considered a
processor contract under the terms of
the sugar beet crop insurance policy;
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9. Insurance Period
In accordance with section 11 of the
Basic Provisions, the dates for the end
of insurance period are contained in the
actuarial documents.
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11. Replanting Payments
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(b) The dollar amount of the replant
payment is specified in the Special
Provisions.
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12. Duties in the Event of Damage or
Loss
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(b) You must provide a copy of your
processor contract, or corporate
resolution if you are the processor.
13. Settlement of Claim
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(d) Harvested production or
unharvested production that is
appraised after the earliest delivery date
that the processor accepts harvested
production and that meets the minimum
acceptable standards contained in the
processor contract or corporate
resolution will be converted to pounds
of raw sugar by multiplying the tons of
such production by 2,000 and by the
average percentage of raw sugar to
determine the production to count. The
average percentage of raw sugar will be
determined from tests performed by the
processor at the time of delivery.
(1) If individual tests of raw sugar
content are not made at the time of
delivery, the average percent of raw
sugar may be based on the results of
previous tests performed by the
processor during the crop year if it is
determined that such results are
representative of the total production.
(2) If not representative, the average
percent of raw sugar will equal the raw
sugar content percent shown in the
Special Provisions.
(e) Harvested production or
unharvested production that is
appraised after the earliest delivery date
that the processor accepts harvested
production and that does not meet the
minimum acceptable standards
contained in the processor contract or
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corporate resolution due to an insured
peril will be converted to pounds of raw
sugar by multiplying the tons of such
damaged production by 2,000 and by
the average percent of raw sugar
contained in such production.
(1) If individual tests of raw sugar
content are not made at the time of
delivery, the average percent of raw
sugar may be based on the results of
previous tests performed by the
processor during the crop year if it is
determined that such results are
representative of the total production.
(2) If not representative, the average
percent of raw sugar will equal the raw
sugar content percent shown in the
Special Provisions.
(f) Production lost due to harvest prior
to full maturity. If the percentage of
insured acreage in the unit harvested
prior to full maturity exceeds the
threshold specified in the actuarial
documents, production to count from
such acreage will be determined by
increasing the amount of harvested
production by 1 percent per day for
each day the sugar beets were harvested
prior to the date the sugar beets would
have reached full maturity.
(1) The date the sugar beets would
have reached full maturity will be
considered to be 45 days prior to the
calendar date for the end of the
insurance period, unless otherwise
specified in the Special Provisions.
(2) This adjustment will not be made
if the sugar beets are damaged by an
insurable cause of loss and leaving the
crop in the field would reduce
production.
(3) The adjustment cannot result in
production to count in excess of the
insured’s actual production history;
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15. Prevented Planting
Your prevented planting coverage will
be a percentage specified in the
actuarial documents of your production
guarantee for timely planted acreage. If
you have additional levels of coverage
and pay an additional premium, you
may increase your prevented planting
coverage if such additional coverage is
specified in the actuarial documents.
Martin R. Barbre,
Manager, Federal Crop Insurance
Corporation.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0454; Product
Identifier 2017–NM–056–AD; Amendment
39–19387; AD 2018–18–08]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus SAS Model A330–200 Freighter
series airplanes, Model A330–200 and
–300 series airplanes, and Model A340–
200 and –300 series airplanes. This AD
was prompted by reports of cracked slat
tracks at the location of the front stop
attachment to the track. This AD
requires a detailed inspection, repetitive
special detailed inspections, and
corrective actions if necessary. We are
issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective October 15,
2018.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of October 15, 2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office—
EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine No:
2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; phone:
+33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45
80; email: airworthiness.A330-A340@
airbus.com; internet: https://
www.airbus.com. You may view this
service information at the FAA,
Transport Standards Branch, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
It is also available on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
0454.
SUMMARY:
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–
0454; 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
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information. The address for Docket
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is in
the ADDRESSES section.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
phone and fax: 206–231–3229.
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 all Airbus SAS Model A330–
200 Freighter series airplanes, Model
A330–200 and –300 series airplanes,
and Model A340–200 and –300 series
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on May 29, 2018 (83
FR 24427). The NPRM was prompted by
reports of cracked slat tracks at the
location of the front stop attachment to
the track. The NPRM proposed to
require a detailed inspection, repetitive
special detailed inspections, and
corrective actions if necessary.
We are issuing this AD to address
cracked slat tracks which could affect
the structural integrity of the slat
surface, possibly leading to detachment
of an outer or inner slat surface, and
resulting in reduced control of the
airplane.
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA AD 2017–0060,
dated April 7, 2017 (referred to after this
as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
for all Airbus SAS Model A330–200
Freighter series airplanes; Model A330–
200 and –300 series airplanes; and
Model A340–200 and –300 series
airplanes. The MCAI states:
Several cases of cracked slat tracks at the
location of front stop attachment to track
have been reported by operators. Analysis of
the affected slat tracks (Airbus premodification (mod) 45967 design) revealed
that induced torque loads during normal
installation of the front stop, in combination
with an incorrect shaft length of the
attachment bolts and geometry of the front
stop, are the root cause.
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, would affect the structural
integrity of the slat surface, which could lead
to detachment of an outer or inner slat
surface, possibly resulting in reduced control
of the aeroplane and/or injury to persons on
the ground.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
Airbus issued Service Bulletin (SB) A330–
57–3123 and SB A340–57–4130, to provide
inspection instructions.
For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD requires a one-time detailed
inspection (DET) of the front stop lateral and
aft surfaces [for marks (dents or scratches),]
and repetitive special detailed inspections
(SDI) of the front stop attachment areas, of
slat tracks number (No.) 5 to No. 16
inclusive, both left hand (LH) and right hand
(RH) wings [for cracks], and, depending on
findings, accomplishment of applicable
corrective action(s) [corrective actions
include rework, repair, and slat rigging].
This [EASA] AD also includes reference to
an optional modification (Airbus mod
205378) of the affected slat tracks, for which
the associated SBs (SB A330–57–3126 and
SB A340–57–4133, as applicable) are
expected to become available in July 2017,
which constitutes terminating action for the
repetitive inspections required by this
[EASA] AD.
You may examine the MCAI in the
AD docket on the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
0454.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this final rule.
We received no comments on the NPRM
or on the determination of the cost to
the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this
final rule as proposed, except for minor
editorial changes. We have determined
that these minor 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.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
Airbus has issued Service Bulletin
A330–57–3123, Revision 01, dated
September 27, 2017; and Service
Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
dated September 27, 2017. This service
information describes procedures for a
detailed inspection of the front stop
lateral and aft surfaces for marks (dents
or scratches), repetitive special detailed
inspections of the front stop attachment
areas, of slat track numbers 5 to 16
inclusive, both LH and RH wings for
cracks, and corrective actions. These
documents are distinct since they apply
to different airplane models.
Airbus has also issued Service
Bulletin A330–57–3126, dated
December 21, 2017; and Service Bulletin
A340–57–4133, dated December 21,
2017. This service information describes
procedures for modification of all
affected slat tracks on an airplane. These
documents are distinct since they apply
to different airplane models.
This service information is reasonably
available because the interested parties
have access to it through their normal
course of business or by the means
identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 101
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Detailed Inspection ........
Special Detailed Inspection.
Reporting .......................
25 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,125 ............
25 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,125 per inspection cycle.
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 per inspection cycle.
49 work-hours × $85 per hour = $4,165 ............
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Modification ...................
We have received no definitive data
that would enable us to provide cost
estimates for the on-condition actions
specified in this AD.
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Cost per
product
Cost on U.S.
operators
$2,125 ..........................
$2,125 per inspection
cycle.
$85 per inspection
cycle.
$12,315 ........................
$214,625.
$214,625 per inspection
cycle.
$8,585 per inspection
cycle.
$1,243,815.
Parts cost
$0
0
0
8,150
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
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to penalty for failure to comply with a
collection of information subject to the
requirements of the Paperwork
Reduction Act unless that collection of
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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,
DC 20591, ATTN: Information
Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200.
Authority for This Rulemaking
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Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
This AD is issued in accordance with
authority delegated by the Executive
Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C.
In accordance with that order, issuance
of ADs is normally a function of the
Compliance and Airworthiness
Division, but during this transition
period, the Executive Director has
delegated the authority to issue ADs
applicable to transport category
airplanes and associated appliances to
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the Director of the System Oversight
Division.
(b) Affected ADs
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
the DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26,
1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
(c) Applicability
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
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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2018–18–08 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39–
19387; Docket No. FAA–2018–0454;
Product Identifier 2017–NM–056–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective October 15, 2018.
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None.
This AD applies to the airplanes identified
in paragraphs (c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), (c)(4), and
(c)(5) of this AD, certificated in any category,
all manufacturer serial numbers.
(1) Airbus SAS Model A330–223F and
–243F airplanes.
(2) Airbus SAS Model A330–201, –202,
–203, –223, and –243 airplanes.
(3) Airbus SAS Model A330–301, –302,
–303, –321, –322, –323, –341, –342, and –343
airplanes.
(4) Airbus SAS Model A340–211, –212,
–213 airplanes.
(5) Airbus SAS Model A340–311, –312,
and –313 airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 57, Wings.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of
cracked slat tracks at the location of the front
stop attachment to the track. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct cracked slat
tracks which could affect the structural
integrity of the slat surface, possibly leading
to detachment of an outer or inner slat
surface, and resulting in reduced control of
the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, ‘‘affected
slat track’’ is defined as a pre-modification
45967 slat track, located at the wing positions
as indicated in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of
this AD, and having a part number specified
in figure 2 to paragraph (g) of this AD. In case
the part number identification (ID) plate is
missing or cannot be read, the slat track can
be identified by the ink marking. If the
operator cannot determine the part number,
then that airplane is in Group 1.
(2) For the purpose of this AD: Group 1
airplanes are those that, on the effective date
of this AD, have an affected slat track
installed. Group 2 airplanes are those that, on
the effective date of this AD, do not have any
affected slat track installed.
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Figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD- Positions ofAffected Slat Tracks
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Figure 2 to paragraph (g) of this AD -Affected Slats, Slat Track Positions, and
Part Numbers (PINs)
Slat
Slat Track
Position
Track Assembly PIN
(according to ID plate)
Track Assembly and Linkage PIN
(according to ink marking)
Track 5
F57464105-000
F57464105-002
F57464105-004
F57464005-000/001
F57464005-002/003
F57464005-004/005
Track 6
F57464106-000
F57464106-002
F57464106-004
F 57464006-000/001
F 57464006-002/003
F 57464006-004/005
Track 7
F57464107-000
F57464107-002
F 57464007-000/001
F 57464007-002/003
Track 8
F 574641 08-000
F 574641 08-002
F 574641 08-004
F 57464008-000/001
F 57464008-002/003
F 57464008-004/005
Track 9
F 574641 09-000
F57464109-002
F 57464009-000/001
F 57464009-002/003
Track 10
F57464110-000
F57464110-002
F57464127-000
F 5746401 0-000/001
F 5746401 0-002/003
F 57464082-000/001
Track 11
F57464111-000
F57464111-002
F57464111-004
F57464011-000/001
F57464011-002/003
F57464011-004/005
Track 12
F57464112-000
F57464112-002
F 57464012-000/001
F57464012-002/003
Track 13
F57464113-000
F57464113-002
F57464113-004
F 57464013-000/001
F57464013-002/003
F57464013-004/005
Track 14
F57464114-000
F57464114-002
F57464114-004
F 57464014-000/001
F57464014-002/003
F57464014-004/005
Track 15
F57464115-000
F57464115-002
F57464115-004
F 57464015-000/001
F57464015-002/003
F57464015-004/005
Track 16
F57464116-000
F57464116-002
F 57464016-000/001
F 57464016-002/003
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(h) One-Time Detailed Inspection and
Repetitive Special Detailed Inspections
For Group 1 airplanes: At the applicable
times specified in figure 3 to paragraph (h)
of this AD, do a detailed inspection of the
front stop lateral and aft surfaces, and do a
special detailed inspection of the front stop
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(i) Corrective Actions
(1) If, during any special detailed
inspection required by paragraph (h) of this
AD, any crack is detected at the front stop
attachment area of an affected slat track:
Before further flight, obtain corrective action
instructions approved by the Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards
Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS’s
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA),
and accomplish them within the compliance
time specified therein. If approved by the
DOA, the approval must include the DOAauthorized signature.
(2) If, during any inspection required by
paragraph (h) of this AD, marks (dents or
scratches) are found on the front stop lateral
or aft surfaces of an affected slat track;
provided that no crack is detected; before
further flight, rework the affected lateral front
stop surface of that slat track, and accomplish
slat rigging, as applicable, in accordance with
the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A330–57–3123, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; or Airbus Service
Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
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attachment areas of each affected slat track,
both right hand (RH) and left hand (LH)
wings, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A330–57–3123, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; or Airbus Service
Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; as applicable.
Thereafter, repeat the special detailed
inspection for the front stop attachment areas
of each affected slat track, both RH and LH
wings, at intervals not to exceed the
applicable compliance times specified in
figure 4 to paragraph (h) of this AD.
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017. Accomplishment of
rework or slat rigging on an airplane, as
required by this paragraph, does not
constitute terminating action for the
repetitive special detailed inspection
required by paragraph (h) of this AD.
(3) If, during any inspection required by
paragraph (h) of this AD, marks (dents or
scratches) are found on the front stop lateral
or aft surfaces of an affected slat track, and
any crack is detected at the front stop
attachment area of that slat track: Before
further flight, obtain corrective action
instructions approved by the Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards
Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS’s
EASA DOA, and accomplish them within the
compliance time specified therein. If
approved by the DOA, the approval must
include the DOA-authorized signature.
with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330–57–3123,
Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and
03, dated September 27, 2017, or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017. The report must include
the inspection results (including no
findings), a description of any discrepancies
found, the airplane serial number, and the
number of landings and flight hours on the
airplane.
(1) If the inspection was done on or after
the effective date of this AD: Submit the
report within 60 days after each inspection
required by paragraph (h) of this AD.
(2) If the inspection was done before the
effective date of this AD: Submit the report
within 60 days after the effective date of this
AD.
(j) Reporting
At the applicable time specified in
paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2) of this AD: Report the
results of the inspections required by
paragraph (h) of this AD to Airbus Service
Bulletin Reporting Online Application on
Airbus World (https://w3.airbus.com/), or
submit the results to Airbus in accordance
(k) Optional Terminating Actions
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(1) Replacement of an affected slat track at
any position with a post-modification 45967
slat track, if accomplished as part of the
corrective actions specified in paragraph
(i)(1) or (i)(3) of this AD, terminates the
repetitive inspections required by paragraph
(h) of this AD, for that slat track position.
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(2) Modification of all affected slat tracks
on an airplane in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A330–57–3126, including
Appendixes 02 and 03, dated December 21,
2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–57–
4133, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
December 21, 2017; as applicable, terminates
the repetitive inspections required by
paragraph (h) of this AD for that airplane,
provided that, prior to modification, the
affected slat tracks pass an inspection (crack
free) in accordance with the instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330–57–3123,
Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and
03, dated September 27, 2017; or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; as applicable.
(l) Parts Installation Limitations
(1) Except as specified in paragraph (l)(2)
of this AD: For Group 1 airplanes, after the
effective date of this AD, an affected slat
track may be installed, provided the
installation is accomplished using a method
approved by the Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA;
or EASA; or Airbus SAS’s EASA DOA. If
approved by the DOA, the approval must
include the DOA-authorized signature.
(2) After modification of a Group 1 airplane
as specified in paragraph (k)(2) of this AD, no
person may install an affected slat track on
that airplane.
(3) For Group 2 airplanes: As of the
effective date of this AD, no person may
install an affected slat track on any Group 2
airplane.
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(m) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions
required by paragraphs (h), (i), and (j) of this
AD, if those actions were performed before
the effective date of this AD using Airbus
Service Bulletin A330–57–3123, dated June
14, 2016; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340–
57–4130, dated June 14, 2016, provided that
within 12 months after the effective date of
this AD, the additional work identified in
Airbus Service Bulletin A330–57–3123,
Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and
03, dated September 27, 2017; or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; as applicable, has been
completed in accordance with Airbus Service
Bulletin A330–57–3123, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; or Airbus Service
Bulletin A340–57–4130, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; as applicable.
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal
inspector or local Flight Standards District
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the International Branch, send it
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to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (o)(2) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOCREQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA;
or Airbus SAS’s EASA DOA. If approved by
the DOA, the approval must include the
DOA-authorized signature.
(3) Reporting Requirements: 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 1 work-hour 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.
(4) Required for Compliance (RC): Except
as required by paragraph (i) of this AD: If any
service information contains procedures or
tests that are identified as RC, those
procedures and tests must be done to comply
with this AD; any procedures or tests that are
not identified as RC are recommended. Those
procedures and tests that are not identified
as RC may be deviated from using accepted
methods in accordance with the operator’s
maintenance or inspection program without
obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
the procedures and tests identified as RC can
be done and the airplane can be put back in
an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or
changes to procedures or tests identified as
RC require approval of an AMOC.
(o) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
2017–0060, dated April 7, 2017, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the
AD docket on the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0454.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th
St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax
206 231 3229.
(3) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (p)(3) and (p)(4) of this AD.
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(p) 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.
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–57–3123,
Revision 01, dated September 27, 2017.
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–57–3126,
dated December 21, 2017.
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–57–
4130, Revision 01, dated September 27, 2017.
(iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–57–
4133, dated December 21, 2017.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness
Office—EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine
No: 2, 31700Blagnac Cedex, France; phone:
+33 5 61 93 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80;
email: airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com;
internet https://www.airbus.com.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
(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 Des Moines, Washington, on
August 22, 2018.
James Cashdollar,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0613; Product
Identifier 2018–SW–041–AD; Amendment
39–19391; AD 2018–18–12]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
Helicopters
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for Airbus
Helicopters Model AS350B, AS350B1,
AS350B2, AS350B3, and AS350BA
helicopters with a Pall Aerospace
Corporation inlet barrier filter (IBF)
element. This AD requires revising the
Rotorcraft Flight Manual Supplement to
SUMMARY:
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2018-0454; Product Identifier 2017-NM-056-AD; Amendment
39-19387; AD 2018-18-08]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330-200
and -300 series airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series
airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of cracked slat tracks at
the location of the front stop attachment to the track. This AD
requires a detailed inspection, repetitive special detailed
inspections, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this
AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective October 15, 2018.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 15,
2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, Rond-Point Emile
Dewoitine No: 2, 31700 Blagnac Cedex, France; phone: +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax: +33 5 61 93 45 80; email: [email protected];
internet: https://www.airbus.com. You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des
Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0454.
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-
0454; 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
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information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647-5527) is
in the ADDRESSES section.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and fax: 206-231-3229.
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 all Airbus SAS Model A330-
200 Freighter series airplanes, Model A330-200 and -300 series
airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on May 29, 2018 (83 FR 24427). The
NPRM was prompted by reports of cracked slat tracks at the location of
the front stop attachment to the track. The NPRM proposed to require a
detailed inspection, repetitive special detailed inspections, and
corrective actions if necessary.
We are issuing this AD to address cracked slat tracks which could
affect the structural integrity of the slat surface, possibly leading
to detachment of an outer or inner slat surface, and resulting in
reduced control of the airplane.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD
2017-0060, dated April 7, 2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory
Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an
unsafe condition for all Airbus SAS Model A330-200 Freighter series
airplanes; Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200
and -300 series airplanes. The MCAI states:
Several cases of cracked slat tracks at the location of front
stop attachment to track have been reported by operators. Analysis
of the affected slat tracks (Airbus pre-modification (mod) 45967
design) revealed that induced torque loads during normal
installation of the front stop, in combination with an incorrect
shaft length of the attachment bolts and geometry of the front stop,
are the root cause.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, would affect the
structural integrity of the slat surface, which could lead to
detachment of an outer or inner slat surface, possibly resulting in
reduced control of the aeroplane and/or injury to persons on the
ground.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Airbus issued
Service Bulletin (SB) A330-57-3123 and SB A340-57-4130, to provide
inspection instructions.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one-
time detailed inspection (DET) of the front stop lateral and aft
surfaces [for marks (dents or scratches),] and repetitive special
detailed inspections (SDI) of the front stop attachment areas, of
slat tracks number (No.) 5 to No. 16 inclusive, both left hand (LH)
and right hand (RH) wings [for cracks], and, depending on findings,
accomplishment of applicable corrective action(s) [corrective
actions include rework, repair, and slat rigging].
This [EASA] AD also includes reference to an optional
modification (Airbus mod 205378) of the affected slat tracks, for
which the associated SBs (SB A330-57-3126 and SB A340-57-4133, as
applicable) are expected to become available in July 2017, which
constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections
required by this [EASA] AD.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0454.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this final rule. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the
determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed,
except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor
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.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Airbus has issued Service Bulletin A330-57-3123, Revision 01, dated
September 27, 2017; and Service Bulletin A340-57-4130, Revision 01,
dated September 27, 2017. This service information describes procedures
for a detailed inspection of the front stop lateral and aft surfaces
for marks (dents or scratches), repetitive special detailed inspections
of the front stop attachment areas, of slat track numbers 5 to 16
inclusive, both LH and RH wings for cracks, and corrective actions.
These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane
models.
Airbus has also issued Service Bulletin A330-57-3126, dated
December 21, 2017; and Service Bulletin A340-57-4133, dated December
21, 2017. This service information describes procedures for
modification of all affected slat tracks on an airplane. These
documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models.
This service information is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 101 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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Detailed Inspection............ 25 work-hours x $85 per $0 $2,125............ $214,625.
hour = $2,125.
Special Detailed Inspection.... 25 work-hours x $85 per 0 $2,125 per $214,625 per
hour = $2,125 per inspection cycle. inspection cycle.
inspection cycle.
Reporting...................... 1 work-hour x $85 per 0 $85 per inspection $8,585 per
hour = $85 per cycle. inspection cycle.
inspection cycle.
Modification................... 49 work-hours x $85 per 8,150 $12,315........... $1,243,815.
hour = $4,165.
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We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD.
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
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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, 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 transport category airplanes and
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight 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 the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2018-18-08 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-19387; Docket No. FAA-2018-0454;
Product Identifier 2017-NM-056-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective October 15, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs
(c)(1), (c)(2), (c)(3), (c)(4), and (c)(5) of this AD, certificated
in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
(1) Airbus SAS Model A330-223F and -243F airplanes.
(2) Airbus SAS Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243
airplanes.
(3) Airbus SAS Model A330-301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -
341, -342, and -343 airplanes.
(4) Airbus SAS Model A340-211, -212, -213 airplanes.
(5) Airbus SAS Model A340-311, -312, and -313 airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of cracked slat tracks at the
location of the front stop attachment to the track. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct cracked slat tracks which could affect
the structural integrity of the slat surface, possibly leading to
detachment of an outer or inner slat surface, and resulting in
reduced control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, ``affected slat track'' is
defined as a pre-modification 45967 slat track, located at the wing
positions as indicated in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD, and
having a part number specified in figure 2 to paragraph (g) of this
AD. In case the part number identification (ID) plate is missing or
cannot be read, the slat track can be identified by the ink marking.
If the operator cannot determine the part number, then that airplane
is in Group 1.
(2) For the purpose of this AD: Group 1 airplanes are those
that, on the effective date of this AD, have an affected slat track
installed. Group 2 airplanes are those that, on the effective date
of this AD, do not have any affected slat track installed.
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(h) One-Time Detailed Inspection and Repetitive Special Detailed
Inspections
For Group 1 airplanes: At the applicable times specified in
figure 3 to paragraph (h) of this AD, do a detailed inspection of
the front stop lateral and aft surfaces, and do a special detailed
inspection of the front stop attachment areas of each affected slat
track, both right hand (RH) and left hand (LH) wings, in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-57-3123, Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-57-4130,
Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27,
2017; as applicable. Thereafter, repeat the special detailed
inspection for the front stop attachment areas of each affected slat
track, both RH and LH wings, at intervals not to exceed the
applicable compliance times specified in figure 4 to paragraph (h)
of this AD.
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(i) Corrective Actions
(1) If, during any special detailed inspection required by
paragraph (h) of this AD, any crack is detected at the front stop
attachment area of an affected slat track: Before further flight,
obtain corrective action instructions approved by the Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus SAS's EASA Design
Organization Approval (DOA), and accomplish them within the
compliance time specified therein. If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(2) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (h) of this
AD, marks (dents or scratches) are found on the front stop lateral
or aft surfaces of an affected slat track; provided that no crack is
detected; before further flight, rework the affected lateral front
stop surface of that slat track, and accomplish slat rigging, as
applicable, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3123, Revision 01, including
Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27, 2017; or Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-57-4130, Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and 03,
dated September 27, 2017. Accomplishment of rework or slat rigging
on an airplane, as required by this paragraph, does not constitute
terminating action for the repetitive special detailed inspection
required by paragraph (h) of this AD.
(3) If, during any inspection required by paragraph (h) of this
AD, marks (dents or scratches) are found on the front stop lateral
or aft surfaces of an affected slat track, and any crack is detected
at the front stop attachment area of that slat track: Before further
flight, obtain corrective action instructions approved by the
Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or
EASA; or Airbus SAS's EASA DOA, and accomplish them within the
compliance time specified therein. If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(j) Reporting
At the applicable time specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2)
of this AD: Report the results of the inspections required by
paragraph (h) of this AD to Airbus Service Bulletin Reporting Online
Application on Airbus World (https://w3.airbus.com/), or submit the
results to Airbus in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions
of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3123, Revision 01, including
Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27, 2017, or Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-57-4130, Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and 03,
dated September 27, 2017. The report must include the inspection
results (including no findings), a description of any discrepancies
found, the airplane serial number, and the number of landings and
flight hours on the airplane.
(1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of
this AD: Submit the report within 60 days after each inspection
required by paragraph (h) of this AD.
(2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this
AD: Submit the report within 60 days after the effective date of
this AD.
(k) Optional Terminating Actions
(1) Replacement of an affected slat track at any position with a
post-modification 45967 slat track, if accomplished as part of the
corrective actions specified in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(3) of this
AD, terminates the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (h)
of this AD, for that slat track position.
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(2) Modification of all affected slat tracks on an airplane in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-57-3126, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
December 21, 2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-57-4133,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated December 21, 2017; as
applicable, terminates the repetitive inspections required by
paragraph (h) of this AD for that airplane, provided that, prior to
modification, the affected slat tracks pass an inspection (crack
free) in accordance with the instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-57-3123, Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated
September 27, 2017; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-57-4130,
Revision 01, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27,
2017; as applicable.
(l) Parts Installation Limitations
(1) Except as specified in paragraph (l)(2) of this AD: For
Group 1 airplanes, after the effective date of this AD, an affected
slat track may be installed, provided the installation is
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS's
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-
authorized signature.
(2) After modification of a Group 1 airplane as specified in
paragraph (k)(2) of this AD, no person may install an affected slat
track on that airplane.
(3) For Group 2 airplanes: As of the effective date of this AD,
no person may install an affected slat track on any Group 2
airplane.
(m) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraphs (h), (i), and (j) of this AD, if those actions were
performed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-57-3123, dated June 14, 2016; or Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-57-4130, dated June 14, 2016, provided that within 12
months after the effective date of this AD, the additional work
identified in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3123, Revision 01,
including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27, 2017; or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340-57-4130, Revision 01, including Appendixes 02
and 03, dated September 27, 2017; as applicable, has been completed
in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3123, Revision
01, including Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27, 2017; or
Airbus Service Bulletin A340-57-4130, Revision 01, including
Appendixes 02 and 03, dated September 27, 2017; as applicable.
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the International Branch, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (o)(2) of this AD. Information
may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any
approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS's
EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-
authorized signature.
(3) Reporting Requirements: 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 1
work-hour 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.
(4) Required for Compliance (RC): Except as required by
paragraph (i) of this AD: If any service information contains
procedures or tests that are identified as RC, those procedures and
tests must be done to comply with this AD; any procedures or tests
that are not identified as RC are recommended. Those procedures and
tests that are not identified as RC may be deviated from using
accepted methods in accordance with the operator's maintenance or
inspection program without obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided
the procedures and tests identified as RC can be done and the
airplane can be put back in an airworthy condition. Any
substitutions or changes to procedures or tests identified as RC
require approval of an AMOC.
(o) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA AD 2017-0060, dated April 7, 2017, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet
at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket
No. FAA-2018-0454.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
phone and fax 206 231 3229.
(3) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (p)(3) and (p)(4) of this AD.
(p) 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.
(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3123, Revision 01, dated
September 27, 2017.
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-57-3126, dated December 21,
2017.
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-57-4130, Revision 01, dated
September 27, 2017.
(iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-57-4133, dated December 21,
2017.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus SAS, Airworthiness Office--EAL, Rond-Point Emile Dewoitine
No: 2, 31700Blagnac Cedex, France; phone: +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax:
+33 5 61 93 45 80; email: [email protected];
internet https://www.airbus.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
206-231-3195.
(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 Des Moines, Washington, on August 22, 2018.
James Cashdollar,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2018-18907 Filed 9-7-18; 8:45 am]
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