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328–55–557, Revision 1, dated February 1,
2018 (for Model 328–100 airplanes); or 328
Support Services GmbH Service Bulletin SB–
328J–55–324, dated September 1, 2017; or
328 Support Services GmbH Service Bulletin
SB–328J–55–324, Revision 1, dated February
1, 2018 (for Model 328–300 airplanes).
(k) 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 Section, send it
to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (l)(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 the
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or
328 Support Services GmbH’s EASA Design
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
the DOA, the approval must include the
DOA-authorized signature.
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(l) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2017–0239, dated
November 30, 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–2018–0503.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Todd Thompson, Aerospace
Engineer, International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th
Street, Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone
and fax 206–231–3228.
(3) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) 328 Support Services GmbH Service
Bulletin SB–328–55–557, Revision 2, dated
May 24, 2018.
(ii) 328 Support Services GmbH Service
Bulletin SB–328J–55–324, Revision 2, dated
May 24, 2018.
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(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact 328 Support Services GmbH,
Global Support Center, P.O. Box 1252, D–
82231 Wessling, Federal Republic of
Germany; telephone +49 8153 88111 6666;
fax +49 8153 88111 6565; email gsc.op@
328support.de; internet https://
www.328support.de.
(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
September 7, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0412; Product
Identifier 2017–NM–180–AD; Amendment
39–19420; AD 2018–19–20]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Company Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are superseding
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2010–25–
06, which applied to certain The Boeing
Company Model 737–200, –300, –400,
and –500 series airplanes. AD 2010–25–
06 required repetitive inspections for
cracking of certain fuselage frames and
stub beams, and corrective actions if
necessary. AD 2010–25–06 also
provided for an optional repair, which
terminated the repetitive inspections.
For airplanes on which a certain repair
was done, AD 2010–25–06 also required
repetitive inspections for cracking of
certain fuselage frames and stub beams,
and corrective actions if necessary. This
AD retains the actions required by AD
2010–25–06 and expands the inspection
area. This AD was prompted by
additional cracking found in areas not
covered by the inspections in AD 2010–
25–06. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
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This AD is effective October 31,
2018.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of October 31, 2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC
110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
telephone 562–797–1717; internet
https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You
may view this service information at the
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 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–
0412.
DATES:
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–
0412; or in person at Docket Operations
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
The AD docket contains this final rule,
the regulatory evaluation, any
comments received, and other
information. The address for Docket
Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M–30, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Section, Los Angeles ACO
Branch, FAA, 3960 Paramount
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712–4137;
phone: 562–627–5324; fax: 562–627–
5210; email: galib.abumeri@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2010–25–06,
Amendment 39–16539 (75 FR 81409,
December 28, 2010) (‘‘AD 2010–25–
06’’). AD 2010–25–06 applied to certain
Model 737–200, –300, –400, and –500
series airplanes. The NPRM published
in the Federal Register on May 15, 2018
(83 FR 22422). The NPRM was
prompted by additional cracking found
in areas not covered by the inspections
in AD 2010–25–06. The NPRM
proposed to retain the actions required
by AD 2010–25–06 and expand the
inspection area. We are issuing this AD
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to address fatigue cracking of certain
fuselage frames and stub beams and
possible severed frames, which could
result in reduced structural integrity of
the frames. This reduced structural
integrity can increase loading in the
fuselage skin, which will accelerate skin
crack growth and could result in rapid
decompression of the fuselage.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. The
following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
response to each comment.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
of the Proposed Actions
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
accomplishing the supplemental type
certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not
affect the actions specified in the
NPRM.
We agree with the commenter. We
have redesignated paragraph (c) of the
proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this
AD and added paragraph (c)(2) to this
AD to state that installation of STC
ST01219SE does not affect the ability to
accomplish the actions required by this
AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which
STC ST01219SE is installed, a ‘‘change
in product’’ alternative method of
compliance (AMOC) approval request is
not necessary to comply with the
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
Request To Clarify Compliance
Language
Boeing asked that the compliance
language in paragraphs (g), (h), (i), (j)
and (k) of the proposed AD be changed
since there are multiple conditions and
compliance times specified in paragraph
1.E., ‘‘Compliance’’ of the referenced
service information. Boeing asked that
the wording in these paragraphs be
changed from ‘‘at the applicable time’’
specified in tables 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 9,
respectively, to ‘‘at the applicable
condition and time’’ specified in tables
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 9, respectively. Boeing
stated that these changes would provide
clarification.
Although we do not agree to revise
this AD as requested by the commenter,
we agree to clarify the compliance
language. The phrase ‘‘at the applicable
time’’ means the compliance time
associated with a given condition, as
specified in the applicable table in
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
We have not changed this AD in this
regard.
Addition of Omitted Word
We inadvertently omitted the word
‘‘in’’ prior to the word ‘‘table’’ in the
phrase ‘‘. . . the applicable time
specified table . . .’’ in certain
sentences in paragraphs (g), (h), (i), and
(j) of the proposed AD. We have revised
the applicable sentences in paragraphs
(g), (h), (i), and (j) of this AD to read
‘‘. . . the applicable time specified in
table. . . .’’
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data,
considered the comments received, and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
with the changes described previously,
and minor editorial changes. We have
determined that these minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the NPRM for
addressing the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these
changes will not increase the economic
burden on any operator or increase the
scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017. This service
information describes procedures for
detailed and eddy current inspections of
the fuselage frame and over wing stub
beam at body station (BS) 616, BS 639,
and BS 597 or BS 601, and buttock line
(BL) 45.5 floor beam web at the BS 639
stub beam attachment, and related
investigative and corrective actions.
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 67
airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
the following costs to comply with this
AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS FOR REQUIRED ACTIONS
Action
Labor cost
Inspections .............................
Up to 67 work-hours × $85
per hour = $5,695 per inspection cycle.
We estimate the following costs to do
certain necessary repairs/replacements
that would be required based on the
Cost per
product
Parts cost
$0
Cost on U.S.
operators
Up to $5,695 per inspection
cycle.
results of the inspections. We have no
way of determining the number of
Up to $381,565 per inspection
cycle.
aircraft that might need these repairs/
replacements:
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ON-CONDITION COSTS
Action **
Labor cost
Parts cost
Repairs/replacements ..................................................
Up to 76 work-hours × $85 per hour = $6,460 ..........
*
Cost per product
Up to $6,460.
* All required parts are supplied by the operator. This cost is minimal, and we have no way to determine what an operator would pay for these
parts.
** We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for certain other repairs specified in this AD.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
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rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
Section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII,
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detail the scope of the Agency’s
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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
We have determined that this AD will
not have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
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
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2010–25–06, Amendment 39–16539 (75
FR 81409, December 28, 2010), and
adding the following new AD:
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2018–19–20 The Boeing Company:
Amendment 39–19420; Docket No.
FAA–2018–0412; Product Identifier
2017–NM–180–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective October 31, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2010–25–06,
Amendment 39–16539 (75 FR 81409,
December 28, 2010) (‘‘AD 2010–25–06’’).
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to The Boeing
Company Model 737–200, –300, –400, and
–500 series airplanes, certificated in any
category, as identified in Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017.
(2) Installation of Supplemental Type
Certificate (STC) ST01219SE (https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257
cb30045557a/$FILE/ST01219SE.pdf) does
not affect the ability to accomplish the
actions required by this AD. Therefore, for
airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is
installed, a ‘‘change in product’’ alternative
method of compliance (AMOC) approval
request is not necessary to comply with the
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53, Fuselage.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by the detection of
fatigue cracks at certain frame sections, in
addition to stub beam cracking, caused by
high flight cycle stresses from both
pressurization and maneuver loads and
additional cracking found in areas not
covered by the inspections in AD 2010–25–
06. We are issuing this AD to address fatigue
cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub
beams and possible severed frames, which
could result in reduced structural integrity of
the frames. This reduced structural integrity
can increase loading in the fuselage skin,
which will accelerate skin crack growth and
could result in rapid decompression of the
fuselage.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
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(g) Repetitive Inspections of Body Stations
616 and 639 Frames and Stub Beams and
Corrective Actions
At the applicable time specified in table 1
of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017: Do a
detailed or high frequency eddy current
(HFEC) inspection for cracking of the body
station (BS) 616 and 639 frames and stub
beams and do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737–53A1254, Revision 3, dated November
13, 2017, except as required by paragraph
(m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions before
further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspection at the applicable time specified in
table 1 of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(h) Repetitive Post-Repair Inspections of
Body Stations 616 and 639 Frames and
Integral Stub Beams and Corrective Actions
At the applicable time specified in table 2
of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017: Do the
inspections required by paragraphs (h)(1) and
(h)(2) of this AD; or the inspection required
by paragraph (h)(3) of this AD; as applicable,
in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737–53A1254, Revision 3, dated November
13, 2017, except as required by paragraph
(m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions before
further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspection at the applicable time specified in
table 2 of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(1) Do a low frequency eddy current (LFEC)
inspection of the web, and an HFEC
inspection of the inner and outer chord
common to the upper end fastener rows of
the web splice doubler for cracking.
(2) Do the inspection specified in
paragraph (h)(2)(i) or (h)(2)(ii) of this AD.
(i) Do a detailed inspection of the
replacement frame section for cracking.
(ii) Do an HFEC and LFEC inspection of the
replacement frame section for cracking.
(3) Do a detailed or HFEC inspection of the
replacement stub beam for cracking.
(i) Repetitive Inspections of Buttock Line
45.5 Longitudinal Floor Beam Web at Body
Station 639 Stub Beam Attachment and
Corrective Actions
For Group 1 and Group 2 airplanes as
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737–53A1254, Revision 3, dated November
13, 2017, at the time specified in table 3 or
table 4, as applicable, of paragraph 1.E.,
‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 3, dated
November 13, 2017, except as required by
paragraph (m)(2) of this AD: Do the
inspections required by paragraph (i)(1) and
(i)(2) of this AD and all applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
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Service Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017, except as required
by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all
applicable corrective actions before further
flight. Thereafter, repeat the inspections at
the time specified in table 3 or table 4, as
applicable, of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’
of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13,
2017.
(1) Do an open-hole HFEC inspection for
cracking of the buttock line (BL) 45.5
longitudinal floor beam web at each fastener
hole common to the stub beam attachment
angle.
(2) Do an HFEC surface inspection for
cracking of the BL 45.5 longitudinal floor
beam web around the fastener head/tail at
each fastener location common to the backup
strap.
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(j) Repetitive Post-Repair Inspections of
Buttock Line 45.5 Longitudinal Floor Beam
Web at Body Station 639 and Corrective
Actions
For Group 2 airplanes as identified in
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, at the
applicable time specified in table 5 of
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except
as required by paragraph (m)(2) of this AD:
Do the inspections required by paragraphs
(j)(1) and (j)(2) of this AD and all applicable
corrective actions, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017, except as required
by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all
applicable corrective actions before further
flight. Thereafter, repeat the inspections at
the applicable time specified in table 5 of
paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(1) Do an open-hole HFEC inspection for
cracking of the BL 45.5 longitudinal floor
beam web filler at each fastener hole
common to the stub beam attachment angle.
(2) Do an HFEC surface inspection for
cracking of the BL 45.5 longitudinal floor
beam web filler around the fastener head/tail
at each fastener location common to the
backup strap.
(k) Repetitive Inspections for Cracking of BS
616 Machined Stub Beam Upper Chord and
Corrective Actions
For Group 2 and Group 3 airplanes as
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737–53A1254, Revision 3, dated November
13, 2017, at the applicable time specified in
table 9 of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except
as required by paragraph (m)(2) of this AD;
do detailed and medium frequency eddy
current subsurface inspections for cracking of
the BS 616 machined stub beam upper chord,
and all applicable corrective actions, except
as required by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD.
Do all applicable corrective actions before
further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspections at the applicable time specified
in table 9 of paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’
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of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13,
2017.
(l) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) This paragraph provides credit for
actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD, using Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 1,
dated July 9, 2009; or Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 2, dated
February 22, 2012.
(2) This paragraph provides credit for
actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD,
if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD, using Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 2,
dated February 22, 2012.
(m) Exceptions to Service Information
Specifications
(1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737–53A1254, Revision 3, dated November
13, 2017, specifies to contact Boeing for
repair instructions: Before further flight, do
the repair using a method approved in
accordance with the procedures specified in
paragraph (n) of this AD.
(2) Where Paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017,
specifies a compliance time ‘‘after the
Revision 3 date of this service bulletin,’’ this
AD requires compliance within the specified
compliance time after the effective date of
this AD.
(n) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
for this AD, if requested using the procedures
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with
14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
principal inspector or local Flight Standards
District Office, as appropriate. If sending
information directly to the manager of the
certification office, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (o)(1) of
this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9ANM-LAACO-AMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
level of safety may be used for any repair,
modification, or alteration required by this
AD if it is approved by the Boeing
Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
been authorized by the Manager, Los Angeles
ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be
approved, the repair method, modification
deviation, or alteration deviation must meet
the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2010–25–06 are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737–53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017, that are required
by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD.
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(o) Related Information
(1) For information about this AD, contact
Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Section, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
FAA, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood,
CA 90712–4137; phone: 562–627–5324; fax:
562–627–5210; email: galib.abumeri@faa.gov.
(2) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737–
53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13,
2017.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd.,
MC 110–SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740–5600;
telephone 562–797–1717; internet https://
www.myboeingfleet.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
September 10, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
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-2018-0412; Product Identifier 2017-NM-180-AD; Amendment
39-19420; AD 2018-19-20]
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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2010-25-06,
which applied to certain The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400,
and -500 series airplanes. AD 2010-25-06 required repetitive
inspections for cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub beams, and
corrective actions if necessary. AD 2010-25-06 also provided for an
optional repair, which terminated the repetitive inspections. For
airplanes on which a certain repair was done, AD 2010-25-06 also
required repetitive inspections for cracking of certain fuselage frames
and stub beams, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD retains
the actions required by AD 2010-25-06 and expands the inspection area.
This AD was prompted by additional cracking found in areas not covered
by the inspections in AD 2010-25-06. We are issuing this AD to address
the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective October 31, 2018.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of October 31,
2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA
90740-5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this service information at the
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 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-
0412.
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-
0412; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains
this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647-
5527) is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30,
West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Galib Abumeri, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Section, Los Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, 3960 Paramount
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5324; fax: 562-627-
5210; email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2010-25-06, Amendment 39-16539 (75 FR 81409,
December 28, 2010) (``AD 2010-25-06''). AD 2010-25-06 applied to
certain Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on May 15, 2018 (83 FR 22422). The
NPRM was prompted by additional cracking found in areas not covered by
the inspections in AD 2010-25-06. The NPRM proposed to retain the
actions required by AD 2010-25-06 and expand the inspection area. We
are issuing this AD
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to address fatigue cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub beams
and possible severed frames, which could result in reduced structural
integrity of the frames. This reduced structural integrity can increase
loading in the fuselage skin, which will accelerate skin crack growth
and could result in rapid decompression of the fuselage.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and
the FAA's response to each comment.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that accomplishing the supplemental
type certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not affect the actions specified
in the NPRM.
We agree with the commenter. We have redesignated paragraph (c) of
the proposed AD as paragraph (c)(1) of this AD and added paragraph
(c)(2) to this AD to state that installation of STC ST01219SE does not
affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD.
Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is installed, a
``change in product'' alternative method of compliance (AMOC) approval
request is not necessary to comply with the requirements of 14 CFR
39.17.
Request To Clarify Compliance Language
Boeing asked that the compliance language in paragraphs (g), (h),
(i), (j) and (k) of the proposed AD be changed since there are multiple
conditions and compliance times specified in paragraph 1.E.,
``Compliance'' of the referenced service information. Boeing asked that
the wording in these paragraphs be changed from ``at the applicable
time'' specified in tables 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 9, respectively, to ``at
the applicable condition and time'' specified in tables 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
and 9, respectively. Boeing stated that these changes would provide
clarification.
Although we do not agree to revise this AD as requested by the
commenter, we agree to clarify the compliance language. The phrase ``at
the applicable time'' means the compliance time associated with a given
condition, as specified in the applicable table in paragraph 1.E.,
``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision
3, dated November 13, 2017. We have not changed this AD in this regard.
Addition of Omitted Word
We inadvertently omitted the word ``in'' prior to the word
``table'' in the phrase ``. . . the applicable time specified table . .
.'' in certain sentences in paragraphs (g), (h), (i), and (j) of the
proposed AD. We have revised the applicable sentences in paragraphs
(g), (h), (i), and (j) of this AD to read ``. . . the applicable time
specified in table. . . .''
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this AD with the changes described previously, and minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017. This service information describes procedures
for detailed and eddy current inspections of the fuselage frame and
over wing stub beam at body station (BS) 616, BS 639, and BS 597 or BS
601, and buttock line (BL) 45.5 floor beam web at the BS 639 stub beam
attachment, and related investigative and corrective actions. 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 67 airplanes of U.S. registry. We
estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators
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Inspections..................... Up to 67 work-hours $0 Up to $5,695 per Up to $381,565 per
x $85 per hour = inspection cycle. inspection cycle.
$5,695 per
inspection cycle.
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We estimate the following costs to do certain necessary repairs/
replacements that would be required based on the results of the
inspections. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that
might need these repairs/replacements:
On-Condition Costs
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Action ** Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
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Repairs/replacements.................. Up to 76 work-hours x * Up to $6,460.
$85 per hour = $6,460.
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* All required parts are supplied by the operator. This cost is minimal, and we have no way to determine what an
operator would pay for these parts.
** We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for certain other repairs
specified in this AD.
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.
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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
We have determined that this AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
(2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
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]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2010-25-06, Amendment 39-16539 (75 FR 81409, December 28, 2010), and
adding the following new AD:
2018-19-20 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19420; Docket No. FAA-
2018-0412; Product Identifier 2017-NM-180-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective October 31, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2010-25-06, Amendment 39-16539 (75 FR 81409,
December 28, 2010) (``AD 2010-25-06'').
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -
400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in any category, as
identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017.
(2) Installation of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC)
ST01219SE (https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
rgstc.nsf/0/ebd1cec7b301293e86257cb30045557a/$FILE/ST01219SE.pdf)
does not affect the ability to accomplish the actions required by
this AD. Therefore, for airplanes on which STC ST01219SE is
installed, a ``change in product'' alternative method of compliance
(AMOC) approval request is not necessary to comply with the
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by the detection of fatigue cracks at
certain frame sections, in addition to stub beam cracking, caused by
high flight cycle stresses from both pressurization and maneuver
loads and additional cracking found in areas not covered by the
inspections in AD 2010-25-06. We are issuing this AD to address
fatigue cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub beams and
possible severed frames, which could result in reduced structural
integrity of the frames. This reduced structural integrity can
increase loading in the fuselage skin, which will accelerate skin
crack growth and could result in rapid decompression of the
fuselage.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Repetitive Inspections of Body Stations 616 and 639 Frames and Stub
Beams and Corrective Actions
At the applicable time specified in table 1 of paragraph 1.E.,
``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017: Do a detailed or high frequency
eddy current (HFEC) inspection for cracking of the body station (BS)
616 and 639 frames and stub beams and do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-
53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except as required by
paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable related investigative
and corrective actions before further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspection at the applicable time specified in table 1 of paragraph
1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(h) Repetitive Post-Repair Inspections of Body Stations 616 and 639
Frames and Integral Stub Beams and Corrective Actions
At the applicable time specified in table 2 of paragraph 1.E.,
``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017: Do the inspections required by
paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD; or the inspection required
by paragraph (h)(3) of this AD; as applicable, in accordance with
the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except as required
by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions before further flight.
Thereafter, repeat the inspection at the applicable time specified
in table 2 of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(1) Do a low frequency eddy current (LFEC) inspection of the
web, and an HFEC inspection of the inner and outer chord common to
the upper end fastener rows of the web splice doubler for cracking.
(2) Do the inspection specified in paragraph (h)(2)(i) or
(h)(2)(ii) of this AD.
(i) Do a detailed inspection of the replacement frame section
for cracking.
(ii) Do an HFEC and LFEC inspection of the replacement frame
section for cracking.
(3) Do a detailed or HFEC inspection of the replacement stub
beam for cracking.
(i) Repetitive Inspections of Buttock Line 45.5 Longitudinal Floor Beam
Web at Body Station 639 Stub Beam Attachment and Corrective Actions
For Group 1 and Group 2 airplanes as identified in Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017,
at the time specified in table 3 or table 4, as applicable, of
paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except as required
by paragraph (m)(2) of this AD: Do the inspections required by
paragraph (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD and all applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Boeing Alert
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Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017,
except as required by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspections at the time specified in table 3 or table 4, as
applicable, of paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(1) Do an open-hole HFEC inspection for cracking of the buttock
line (BL) 45.5 longitudinal floor beam web at each fastener hole
common to the stub beam attachment angle.
(2) Do an HFEC surface inspection for cracking of the BL 45.5
longitudinal floor beam web around the fastener head/tail at each
fastener location common to the backup strap.
(j) Repetitive Post-Repair Inspections of Buttock Line 45.5
Longitudinal Floor Beam Web at Body Station 639 and Corrective Actions
For Group 2 airplanes as identified in Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, at the
applicable time specified in table 5 of paragraph 1.E.,
``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except as required by paragraph
(m)(2) of this AD: Do the inspections required by paragraphs (j)(1)
and (j)(2) of this AD and all applicable corrective actions, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017,
except as required by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspections at the applicable time specified in table 5 of paragraph
1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(1) Do an open-hole HFEC inspection for cracking of the BL 45.5
longitudinal floor beam web filler at each fastener hole common to
the stub beam attachment angle.
(2) Do an HFEC surface inspection for cracking of the BL 45.5
longitudinal floor beam web filler around the fastener head/tail at
each fastener location common to the backup strap.
(k) Repetitive Inspections for Cracking of BS 616 Machined Stub Beam
Upper Chord and Corrective Actions
For Group 2 and Group 3 airplanes as identified in Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017,
at the applicable time specified in table 9 of paragraph 1.E.,
``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, except as required by paragraph
(m)(2) of this AD; do detailed and medium frequency eddy current
subsurface inspections for cracking of the BS 616 machined stub beam
upper chord, and all applicable corrective actions, except as
required by paragraph (m)(1) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight. Thereafter, repeat the
inspections at the applicable time specified in table 9 of paragraph
1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254,
Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017.
(l) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD, using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-
53A1254, Revision 1, dated July 9, 2009; or Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 2, dated February 22, 2012.
(2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD, using Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-
53A1254, Revision 2, dated February 22, 2012.
(m) Exceptions to Service Information Specifications
(1) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3,
dated November 13, 2017, specifies to contact Boeing for repair
instructions: Before further flight, do the repair using a method
approved in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph
(n) of this AD.
(2) Where Paragraph 1.E., ``Compliance,'' of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017,
specifies a compliance time ``after the Revision 3 date of this
service bulletin,'' this AD requires compliance within the specified
compliance time after the effective date of this AD.
(n) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority
to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures
found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards
District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to
the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (o)(1) of this AD. Information
may be emailed to: [email protected].
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be
used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD
if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the
Manager, Los Angeles ACO Branch, to make those findings. To be
approved, the repair method, modification deviation, or alteration
deviation must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2010-25-06 are approved as
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated November 13, 2017, that are
required by paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD.
(o) Related Information
(1) For information about this AD, contact Galib Abumeri,
Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, Los Angeles ACO Branch, FAA,
3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-
5324; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected].
(2) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 737-53A1254, Revision 3, dated
November 13, 2017.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-
5600; telephone 562-797-1717; internet https://www.myboeingfleet.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 September 10, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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