Airworthiness Directives; GEVEN S.p.A. Seat Assemblies, Type D1-02 and D1-03, 50816-50818 [2018-21872]
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service and replace with a part eligible for
installation before exceeding the CSN listed
in Appendix B, of GE CF34–10E SB 72–0347
R00, dated August 3, 2018.
(h) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, a part that
is ‘‘eligible for installation’’ is defined as:
(i) An HPT front rotating air seal with a
part number (P/N) and serial number (S/N)
that is not listed in Appendix A or B, of GE
CF34–10E SB 72–0347 R00, dated August 3,
2018; or,
(ii) an HPT front rotating air seal with a P/
N and S/N listed in Appendix A or B, of GE
CF34–10E SB 72–0347 R00, dated August 3,
2018, that was inspected and repaired using
GE SB CF34–10E SB 72–0347 R00, dated
August 3, 2018.
(2) For the purpose of this AD, ‘‘piece-part
exposure’’ is defined as the separation of the
HPT front rotating air seal from the disk.
A special flight permit will not be issued.
(j) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, ECO 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 (k) of this AD. You
may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@
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.
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(k) Related Information
For more information about this AD,
contact Michael Richardson-Bach, Aerospace
Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
238–7747; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
michael.richardson-bach@faa.gov.
(l) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) General Electric Company CF34–10E
Service Bulletin 72–0347 R00, dated August
3, 2018.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact General Electric Company,
1 Neumann Way, Cincinnati, OH 45215;
telephone 513–552–3272; email:
aviation.fleetsupport@ge.com.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
MA 01803. For information on the
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Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
September 28, 2018.
Robert J. Ganley,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
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availability of this material at the FAA, call
781–238–7759.
(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.
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14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0504; Product
Identifier 2017–NE–12–AD; Amendment 39–
19415; AD 2018–19–15]
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Airworthiness Directives; GEVEN
S.p.A. Seat Assemblies, Type D1–02
and D1–03
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
GEVEN S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1–02 and
D1–03 seat assemblies. This AD was
prompted by a report that seat belt
attachment bolts were found detached
or partially detached from the seat. This
AD requires inspection, torque
verification, and modification of certain
model seats. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
This AD is effective November
14, 2018.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of November 14, 2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Geven Technical Assistance
Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona
Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola
(NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396;
fax: +39 081 31 21 321; email:
Technical.assistance@geven.com. You
may view this service information at the
FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards
Branch, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803. For information
on the availability of this material at the
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Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0504; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI), 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: Neil
Doh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO
Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
238–7757; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
neil.doh@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
AGENCY:
DATES:
FAA, call 781–238–7759. It is also
available on the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0504.
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain Geven, Type D1–02 and
D1–03 seat assemblies. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on
July 14, 2017 (82 FR 32494). The NPRM
was prompted by a report that seat belt
attachment bolts were found detached
or partially detached from the seat. The
NPRM proposed to require inspection,
torque verification, and modification of
certain model seats. We are issuing this
AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Community, has issued EASA AD 2014–
0187, dated August 20, 2014 (referred to
after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to address the
unsafe condition on these products. The
MCAI states:
An operator reported that seat belt
attachment bolts were found detached or
partially detached from the seat. A further
check on several aeroplanes revealed that on
a large number of seats of the same model,
the seat belt attachment bolts were not
properly torqued and secured as defined.
This condition, if not detected and corrected,
could lead to failure of the seats to perform
their intended function, possibly resulting in
injury to occupants in case of an emergency
landing. To address this potential unsafe
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condition, Geven published SB No. D103–
25–004 to provide inspection instructions to
verify if the seat belt attachment bolts are
properly torqued and secured, and correction
of any deficiencies. In addition, for certain
D1–03 seats, the SB provides instructions to
modify the seat belt attachment assembly.
For the reasons described above, this EASA
AD requires a one-time inspection of all
safety belt attachment bolts and, depending
on findings, accomplishment of the
applicable corrective action(s). This EASA
AD also requires modification of the seat belt
attachment assembly on certain D1–03 seats.
You may obtain further information
by examining the MCAI in the AD
docket on the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
0504.
de transport regional (ATR) 42 and ATR
72 airplanes rather than list the overall
number of airplanes that are affected.
The estimated costs have not changed.
Clarification to Required Actions
We also determined that the
compliance in the NPRM was not clear
as to which Geven seats required
modification and which required
bushing replacement. We have clarified
the Required Actions in this AD.
Additionally, all Geven Type D1–02 and
D1–03 safety belt assemblies are torque
checked, but, only Geven Type D1–03
seat belt attachment assemblies on the
aisle side spreader must be modified.
Clarification of Service Information
Reporting Requirements
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.
Clarification to the Number of Affected
Airplanes
Since we issued the NPRM, we
determined that we needed to identify
the specific number of affected Avions
We also determined that Geven
Service Bulletin (SB) No. D103–25–004,
Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016,
specifies to submit certain information
to the manufacturer. This AD does not
include that requirement.
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
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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
We reviewed Geven SB No. D103–25–
004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016.
The SB describes procedures for
inspection, torque verification, and
modification of certain model seats
known to be installed on ATR 42 and
ATR 72 airplanes. 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 an
unknown number of seat assemblies
installed on, but not limited to, 25 ATR
42 airplanes and 13 ATR 72 airplanes of
U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Seat modification—ATR 42 ..................
Torque check—ATR 42 .......................
Seat modification—ATR 72 ..................
Seat remove and replace—ATR 72 .....
1.5
0.8
2.3
1.2
work-hours
work-hours
work-hours
work-hours
According to the manufacturer, some
of the costs of this AD may be covered
under warranty, thereby reducing the
cost impact on affected individuals. We
do not control warranty coverage for
affected individuals. As a result, we
have included all costs in our cost
estimate.
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Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
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$85
$85
$85
$85
per
per
per
per
hour
hour
hour
hour
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Parts cost
$127.50 ................
$68.00 ..................
$195.50 ................
$102.00 ................
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 engines, propellers, and
associated appliances to the Manager,
Engine and Propeller Standards Branch,
Policy and Innovation Division.
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0
368
0
Cost per
product
$429.50
68.00
563.50
102.00
Cost on
U.S. operators
$10,737.50
1,700.00
7,325.50
1,326.00
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 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.
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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:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
■
2018–19–15 GEVEN S.p.A.: Amendment
39–19415; Docket No. FAA–2017–0504;
Product Identifier 2017–NE–12–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective November 14, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to certain GEVEN
S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1–02 (also known as
‘‘Lightweight AFT facing seats’’) and D1–03
(also known as ‘‘Lightweight’’ Classic and
Prestige) in-arm table, standard, and last row
seats, with part numbers (P/Ns) and
Effectivity Codes listed in Table 1.1.1 of
Geven Service Bulletin (SB) No. D103–25–
004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016.
(2) These appliances are installed on, but
not limited to, Avions de transport regional
(ATR) 42 and ATR 72 airplanes of U.S.
registry.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
2500 Code, Cabin Equipment/Furnishings.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a report that seat
belt attachment bolts were found detached or
partially detached from the seat. We are
issuing this AD to prevent failure of the seats
to perform their intended function, which, if
not detected and corrected, could possibly
result in injury to occupants in case of an
emergency landing.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Required Actions
(1) Within six months after the effective
date of this AD, in accordance with Geven SB
No. D103–25–004, Revision 4, dated March
15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1–03 (also
known as ‘‘Lightweight’’ Classic and Prestige)
in-arm table, standard, and last row seats,
P/N D1–03–()()()–()()(), modify the safety belt
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attachment assemblies on the aisle side
spreader, and torque check the safety belt
attachment assemblies on the central and
fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs. (8 nm).
(2) Within six months after the effective
date of this AD, in accordance with Geven SB
No. D103–25–004, Revision 4, dated March
15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1–02 (also
known as ‘‘Lightweight aft facing seats’’) inarm table, standard, and last row seats, P/N
D1–02–()()()–()()(), perform the following:
(i) Torque check the seat belt attachment
assemblies on the aisle side, central, and
fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs., and
verify that the safety belt attachment is free
to rotate.
(ii) If the safety belt attachment is not free
to rotate following paragraph (g)(2)(i), replace
the bushing in accordance with paragraph
3.3.1 of Geven SB No. D103–25–004,
Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, or block
each affected seat until the bushing
replacement is accomplished.
(h) No Reporting Requirement
Although the service information
identified in paragraph (g) of this AD
specifies to submit certain information to the
manufacturer, this AD does not include that
reporting requirement.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Boston 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
Boston ACO Branch, send it to the attention
of the person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of
this AD.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
(j) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact Neil Doh, Aerospace Engineer,
Boston ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District
Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
238–7757; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
neil.doh@faa.gov.
(2) Refer to European Aviation Safety
Agency (EASA) AD 2014–0187, dated August
20, 2014, for more information. You may
examine the EASA AD in the AD docket on
the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
2017–0504.
(k) 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) GEVEN S.p.A. Service Bulletin No.
D103–25–004, Revision 4, dated March 15,
2016.
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(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Geven Technical Assistance
Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona
Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola
(NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396; fax:
+39 081 31 21 321; email:
Technical.assistance@geven.com.
(4) You may view this service information
at FAA, Engine & Propeller Standards
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
MA 01803. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call
781–238–7759.
(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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on
September 27, 2018.
Robert J. Ganley,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, Aircraft Certification Service.
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Identifier 2018–NE–31–AD; Amendment 39–
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International S.A. Turbofan Engines
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all CFM
International S.A. (CFM) LEAP–1A23,
–1A24, –1A24E1, –1A26, –1A26E1,
–1A26CJ, –1A29, –1A29CJ, –1A30,
–1A32, –1A33, –1A33B2, and –1A35A
turbofan engines with certain full
authority digital engine control (FADEC)
and prognostic health monitoring (PHM)
software installed. This AD requires
removing certain FADEC and PHM
software and installing versions eligible
for installation. This AD was prompted
by aborted takeoffs after engines did not
advance to the desired takeoff fan speed
due to icing in the pressure sensor line.
We are issuing this AD to address the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective October 25,
2018.
We must receive comments on this
AD by November 26, 2018.
SUMMARY:
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2017-0504; Product Identifier 2017-NE-12-AD; Amendment
39-19415; AD 2018-19-15]
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Airworthiness Directives; GEVEN S.p.A. Seat Assemblies, Type D1-
02 and D1-03
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
GEVEN S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1-02 and D1-03 seat assemblies. This AD was
prompted by a report that seat belt attachment bolts were found
detached or partially detached from the seat. This AD requires
inspection, torque verification, and modification of certain model
seats. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: This AD is effective November 14, 2018.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 14,
2018.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Geven Technical Assistance Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona
Industriale Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola (NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31
21 396; fax: +39 081 31 21 321; email: [email protected].
You may view this service information at the FAA, Engine & Propeller
Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781-
238-7759. It is also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-
0504.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-
0504; 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 mandatory continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI), 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: Neil Doh, Aerospace Engineer, Boston
ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone:
781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Geven, Type D1-02
and D1-03 seat assemblies. The NPRM published in the Federal Register
on July 14, 2017 (82 FR 32494). The NPRM was prompted by a report that
seat belt attachment bolts were found detached or partially detached
from the seat. The NPRM proposed to require inspection, torque
verification, and modification of certain model seats. We are issuing
this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA
AD 2014-0187, dated August 20, 2014 (referred to after this as ``the
MCAI''), to address the unsafe condition on these products. The MCAI
states:
An operator reported that seat belt attachment bolts were found
detached or partially detached from the seat. A further check on
several aeroplanes revealed that on a large number of seats of the
same model, the seat belt attachment bolts were not properly torqued
and secured as defined. This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to failure of the seats to perform their
intended function, possibly resulting in injury to occupants in case
of an emergency landing. To address this potential unsafe
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condition, Geven published SB No. D103-25-004 to provide inspection
instructions to verify if the seat belt attachment bolts are
properly torqued and secured, and correction of any deficiencies. In
addition, for certain D1-03 seats, the SB provides instructions to
modify the seat belt attachment assembly. For the reasons described
above, this EASA AD requires a one-time inspection of all safety
belt attachment bolts and, depending on findings, accomplishment of
the applicable corrective action(s). This EASA AD also requires
modification of the seat belt attachment assembly on certain D1-03
seats.
You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD
docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0504.
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.
Clarification to the Number of Affected Airplanes
Since we issued the NPRM, we determined that we needed to identify
the specific number of affected Avions de transport regional (ATR) 42
and ATR 72 airplanes rather than list the overall number of airplanes
that are affected. The estimated costs have not changed.
Clarification to Required Actions
We also determined that the compliance in the NPRM was not clear as
to which Geven seats required modification and which required bushing
replacement. We have clarified the Required Actions in this AD.
Additionally, all Geven Type D1-02 and D1-03 safety belt assemblies are
torque checked, but, only Geven Type D1-03 seat belt attachment
assemblies on the aisle side spreader must be modified.
Clarification of Service Information Reporting Requirements
We also determined that Geven Service Bulletin (SB) No. D103-25-
004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016, specifies to submit certain
information to the manufacturer. This AD does not include that
requirement.
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
We reviewed Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15,
2016. The SB describes procedures for inspection, torque verification,
and modification of certain model seats known to be installed on ATR 42
and ATR 72 airplanes. 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 an unknown number of seat
assemblies installed on, but not limited to, 25 ATR 42 airplanes and 13
ATR 72 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Seat modification--ATR 42.......... 1.5 work-hours x $85 per $302 $429.50 $10,737.50
hour = $127.50.
Torque check--ATR 42............... 0.8 work-hours x $85 per 0 68.00 1,700.00
hour = $68.00.
Seat modification--ATR 72.......... 2.3 work-hours x $85 per 368 563.50 7,325.50
hour = $195.50.
Seat remove and replace--ATR 72.... 1.2 work-hours x $85 per 0 102.00 1,326.00
hour = $102.00.
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According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost
estimate.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the
authority to issue ADs applicable to engines, propellers, and
associated appliances to the Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, Policy and Innovation Division.
Regulatory Findings
This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States,
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify 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.
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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:
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):
2018-19-15 GEVEN S.p.A.: Amendment 39-19415; Docket No. FAA-2017-
0504; Product Identifier 2017-NE-12-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective November 14, 2018.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to certain GEVEN S.p.A. (Geven) Type D1-02
(also known as ``Lightweight AFT facing seats'') and D1-03 (also
known as ``Lightweight'' Classic and Prestige) in-arm table,
standard, and last row seats, with part numbers (P/Ns) and
Effectivity Codes listed in Table 1.1.1 of Geven Service Bulletin
(SB) No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March 15, 2016.
(2) These appliances are installed on, but not limited to,
Avions de transport regional (ATR) 42 and ATR 72 airplanes of U.S.
registry.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) 2500 Code, Cabin
Equipment/Furnishings.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a report that seat belt attachment bolts
were found detached or partially detached from the seat. We are
issuing this AD to prevent failure of the seats to perform their
intended function, which, if not detected and corrected, could
possibly result in injury to occupants in case of an emergency
landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Required Actions
(1) Within six months after the effective date of this AD, in
accordance with Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March
15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1-03 (also known as ``Lightweight''
Classic and Prestige) in-arm table, standard, and last row seats, P/
N D1-03-()()()-()()(), modify the safety belt attachment assemblies
on the aisle side spreader, and torque check the safety belt
attachment assemblies on the central and fuselage side spreaders to
71 in-lbs. (8 nm).
(2) Within six months after the effective date of this AD, in
accordance with Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated March
15, 2016, for all Geven Type D1-02 (also known as ``Lightweight aft
facing seats'') in-arm table, standard, and last row seats, P/N D1-
02-()()()-()()(), perform the following:
(i) Torque check the seat belt attachment assemblies on the
aisle side, central, and fuselage side spreaders to 71 in-lbs., and
verify that the safety belt attachment is free to rotate.
(ii) If the safety belt attachment is not free to rotate
following paragraph (g)(2)(i), replace the bushing in accordance
with paragraph 3.3.1 of Geven SB No. D103-25-004, Revision 4, dated
March 15, 2016, or block each affected seat until the bushing
replacement is accomplished.
(h) No Reporting Requirement
Although the service information identified in paragraph (g) of
this AD specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer,
this AD does not include that reporting requirement.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Boston 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 Boston ACO Branch, send it to the attention of the
person identified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
(j) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD, contact Neil Doh,
Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7757; fax: 781-238-7199; email:
[email protected].
(2) Refer to European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2014-
0187, dated August 20, 2014, for more information. You may examine
the EASA AD in the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-
2017-0504.
(k) 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) GEVEN S.p.A. Service Bulletin No. D103-25-004, Revision 4,
dated March 15, 2016.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Geven
Technical Assistance Department, Via Boscofangone, Zona Industriale
Nola-Marigliano, 80035 Nola (NA), Italy; phone: +39 081 31 21 396;
fax: +39 081 31 21 321; email: [email protected].
(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine &
Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA
01803. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 781-238-7759.
(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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on September 27, 2018.
Robert J. Ganley,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2018-21872 Filed 10-9-18; 8:45 am]
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