Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Airplanes, 3297-3299 [2019-01541]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 29 / Tuesday, February 12, 2019 / Rules and Regulations (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, Seattle ACO Branch, FAA, 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 2016–18–01 are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of this AD. (p) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Alan Pohl, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Section, FAA, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax: 206–231–3527; email: alan.pohl@faa.gov. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (q)(3) and (q)(4) of this AD. (q) 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 Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–32–1448, Revision 2, dated August 2, 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 December 21, 2018. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2019–01518 Filed 2–11–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Feb 11, 2019 Jkt 247001 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2019–0047; Product Identifier 2018–CE–062–AD; Amendment 39–19549; AD 2019–02–02] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. AGENCY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Model FBA–2C1, FBA–2C2, FBA–2C3, and FBA–2C4 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of corrosion found in the external and internal surfaces of an elevator push-pull rod. This AD requires an inspection for corrosion of the elevator push-pull rod assembly, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 27, 2019. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 27, 2019. We must receive comments on this AD by March 29, 2019. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. • Fax: 202–493–2251. • Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this final rule, contact Pacific Aerospace Ltd., Airport Road, Hamilton, Private Bag 3027, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand; telephone: +64 7843 6144; fax: +64 7843 6134; email: pacific@aerospace.co.nz; internet: www.aerospace.co.nz. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Policy and SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 3297 Innovation, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816–329–4148. It is also available on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019– 0047. 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–2019– 0047; 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 AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for Docket Operations (telephone 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Andrea Jimenez, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Propulsion Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7330; fax 516–794–5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@ faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand has issued New Zealand AD DCA/FBA/4, effective December 6, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for all Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Model FBA–2C1, FBA–2C2, FBA–2C3, and FBA–2C4 airplanes. The MCAI states: During a visual inspection corrosion was found in the external surface of a push-pull rod on a FBA–2C1 aircraft in operation overseas. Further investigation revealed severe corrosion in the internal surface of the elevator push-pull rod. To ensure the integrity of the elevator push-pull rod assembly DCA/FBA/4 is issued to mandate the instructions in Pacific Aerospace Service Bulletin (SB) PACSB/2C/001 issue 1, dated 25 September 2018. The unsafe condition is failure of the elevator push-pull rod due to corrosion in the internal surface, which could result in loss of elevator control. Although the unsafe condition was found on a Model FBA–2C1 airplane, we have determined that the design of the push-pull rod assembly is similar on Model FBA–2C2, FBA–2C3, and FBA– 2C4 airplanes; therefore, the unsafe condition may exist on those airplane models as well. You may examine the E:\FR\FM\12FER1.SGM 12FER1 3298 Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 29 / Tuesday, February 12, 2019 / Rules and Regulations MCAI on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019– 0047. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Pacific Aerospace Ltd. has issued Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. This service information describes the following procedures: • A borescopic inspection for corrosion of the internal surface of the elevator push-pull rod assembly, and replacement of any push-pull rod assembly that has interior corrosion. • an inspection for corrosion of the exterior of any elevator push-pull rod assembly with no internal corrosion, and corrective actions including removal of light corrosion and replacement of any elevator push-pull rod assembly that has moderate to severe corrosion. • other applicable specified actions including application of lubricant and corrosion-inhibiting compound. 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. FAA’s Determination This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. Requirements of This AD This AD requires accomplishing the actions specified in the service information described previously. FAA’s Justification and Determination of the Effective Date An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because failure of the elevator push-pull rod assembly in flight could result in loss of elevator control and loss of control of the airplane. Therefore, we find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior public comment are impracticable. In addition, for the reasons stated above, we find that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2019–0047; Product Identifier 2018–CE–062–AD’’ at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https:// www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 3 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS FOR REQUIRED ACTIONS Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .............................................................................................. $0 $85 $255 In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on replacement will take 2 work-hours and require parts costing $272, for a cost of $442 per product. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that might need this on-condition action. Since corrosion may affect the parts subject to inspection differently, and the severity of the corrosion on the part will affect the time necessary to correct the condition, we have no way to determine an overall cost per product for removing the corrosion. 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. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Feb 11, 2019 Jkt 247001 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 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to small airplanes, gliders, balloons, airships, domestic business jet transport airplanes, associated appliances to the Director of the Policy and Innovation Division. Director of the Policy and Innovation Division. Regulatory Findings We 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; E:\FR\FM\12FER1.SGM 12FER1 Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 29 / Tuesday, February 12, 2019 / Rules and Regulations 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 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): ■ 2019–02–02 Pacific Aerospace Ltd.: Amendment 39–19549; Docket No. FAA–2019–0047; Product Identifier 2018–CE–062–AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective February 27, 2019. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to all Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Model FBA–2C1, FBA–2C2, FBA–2C3, and FBA–2C4 airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight controls. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of corrosion found in the external and internal surfaces of a push-pull rod. We are issuing this AD to address failure of the elevator push-pull rod assembly, which could cause loss of elevator control and loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection and Corrective Actions Within 50 hours’ time-in-service or 60 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a borescopic inspection for VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Feb 11, 2019 Jkt 247001 corrosion of the interior of the elevator pushpull rod assembly, and before further flight replace any elevator push-pull rod assembly that has internal corrosion, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. If no internal corrosion is found, before further flight inspect for corrosion of the exterior of the elevator push-pull rod assembly and do all applicable corrective actions for reassembly, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/ 001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. Do all other specified actions as applicable before further flight in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/ 001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. (h) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York 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 ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. 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, New York ACO Branch, FAA; or the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand. (i) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) New Zealand AD DCA/FBA/4, effective December 6, 2018, 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– 2019-****. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Andrea Jimenez, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7330; fax 516–794–5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. (j) 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. PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 3299 (i) Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Pacific Aerospace Limited, Airport Road, Hamilton, Private Bag 3027, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand; telephone: +64 7843 6144; fax: +64 7843 6134; email: pacific@aerospace.co.nz; internet: www.aerospace.co.nz. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Policy and Innovation, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816–329–4148. It is also available on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019–0047. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go to https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 31, 2019. Melvin J. Johnson, Aircraft Certification Service, Deputy Director, Policy and Innovation Division, AIR–601. [FR Doc. 2019–01541 Filed 2–11–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 73 [Docket No. FAA–2018–1080; Airspace Docket No. 18–AGL–26] RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of Restricted Areas R– 5502A and R–5502B; Lacarne, OH Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; technical amendment. AGENCY: This action updates the using agency information for restricted areas R–5502A and R–5502B; Lacarne, OH, and updates the controlling agency information for R–5502A. Additionally, this action adds exclusion language to the R–5502B boundaries information to overcome potential controlling agency confusion caused when both restricted areas are active in the same volume of airspace. These are administrative changes to reflect the current organizations tasked with using agency and controlling agency responsibilities for the restricted areas. It does not affect the overall R–5502 restricted area complex boundaries, designated SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\12FER1.SGM 12FER1

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2019-0047; Product Identifier 2018-CE-062-AD; Amendment 
39-19549; AD 2019-02-02]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Model FBA-2C1, FBA-2C2, FBA-2C3, and FBA-2C4 
airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of corrosion found in the 
external and internal surfaces of an elevator push-pull rod. This AD 
requires an inspection for corrosion of the elevator push-pull rod 
assembly, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD 
to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD becomes effective February 27, 2019.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 27, 
2019.
    We must receive comments on this AD by March 29, 2019.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax: 202-493-2251.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday 
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this final rule, contact 
Pacific Aerospace Ltd., Airport Road, Hamilton, Private Bag 3027, 
Hamilton 3240, New Zealand; telephone: +64 7843 6144; fax: +64 7843 
6134; email: pacific@aerospace.co.nz; internet: www.aerospace.co.nz. 
You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Policy and 
Innovation, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on 
the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816-329-4148. It is 
also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by 
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2019-0047.

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-2019-
0047; 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 AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other 
information. The street address for Docket Operations (telephone 800-
647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in 
the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Andrea Jimenez, Aerospace Engineer, 
Airframe and Propulsion Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart 
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7330; fax 516-
794-5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    The Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand has issued New Zealand 
AD DCA/FBA/4, effective December 6, 2018 (referred to after this as the 
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to 
correct an unsafe condition for all Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Model FBA-
2C1, FBA-2C2, FBA-2C3, and FBA-2C4 airplanes. The MCAI states:

    During a visual inspection corrosion was found in the external 
surface of a push-pull rod on a FBA-2C1 aircraft in operation 
overseas. Further investigation revealed severe corrosion in the 
internal surface of the elevator push-pull rod. To ensure the 
integrity of the elevator push-pull rod assembly DCA/FBA/4 is issued 
to mandate the instructions in Pacific Aerospace Service Bulletin 
(SB) PACSB/2C/001 issue 1, dated 25 September 2018.

    The unsafe condition is failure of the elevator push-pull rod due 
to corrosion in the internal surface, which could result in loss of 
elevator control. Although the unsafe condition was found on a Model 
FBA-2C1 airplane, we have determined that the design of the push-pull 
rod assembly is similar on Model FBA-2C2, FBA-2C3, and FBA-2C4 
airplanes; therefore, the unsafe condition may exist on those airplane 
models as well. You may examine the

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MCAI on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and 
locating Docket No. FAA-2019-0047.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Pacific Aerospace Ltd. has issued Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, 
Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. This service information describes 
the following procedures:
     A borescopic inspection for corrosion of the internal 
surface of the elevator push-pull rod assembly, and replacement of any 
push-pull rod assembly that has interior corrosion.
     an inspection for corrosion of the exterior of any 
elevator push-pull rod assembly with no internal corrosion, and 
corrective actions including removal of light corrosion and replacement 
of any elevator push-pull rod assembly that has moderate to severe 
corrosion.
     other applicable specified actions including application 
of lubricant and corrosion-inhibiting compound.
    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.

FAA's Determination

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another 
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant 
to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have 
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service 
information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we 
evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition 
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same 
type design.

Requirements of This AD

    This AD requires accomplishing the actions specified in the service 
information described previously.

FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date

    An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of 
this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to 
adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public 
justifies waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule 
because failure of the elevator push-pull rod assembly in flight could 
result in loss of elevator control and loss of control of the airplane. 
Therefore, we find good cause that notice and opportunity for prior 
public comment are impracticable. In addition, for the reasons stated 
above, we find that good cause exists for making this amendment 
effective in less than 30 days.

Comments Invited

    This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight 
safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public 
comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under 
the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2019-0047; Product 
Identifier 2018-CE-062-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We 
specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, 
environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all 
comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD based on 
those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we 
receive about this AD.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 3 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 per       Cost on U.S.
                          Labor cost                              Parts cost        product         operators
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1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85.............................              $0              $85             $255
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    In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on replacement 
will take 2 work-hours and require parts costing $272, for a cost of 
$442 per product. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft 
that might need this on-condition action.
    Since corrosion may affect the parts subject to inspection 
differently, and the severity of the corrosion on the part will affect 
the time necessary to correct the condition, we have no way to 
determine an overall cost per product for removing the corrosion.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to 
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the 
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, 
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in 
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General 
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with 
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing 
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator 
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within 
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition 
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this 
rulemaking action.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the 
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by 
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is 
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but 
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the 
authority to issue ADs applicable to small airplanes, gliders, 
balloons, airships, domestic business jet transport airplanes, 
associated appliances to the Director of the Policy and Innovation 
Division.

Director of the Policy and Innovation Division. Regulatory Findings

    We 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;

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    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

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]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

2019-02-02 Pacific Aerospace Ltd.: Amendment 39-19549; Docket No. 
FAA-2019-0047; Product Identifier 2018-CE-062-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD becomes effective February 27, 2019.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to all Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Model FBA-2C1, 
FBA-2C2, FBA-2C3, and FBA-2C4 airplanes, certificated in any 
category.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight 
controls.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a report of corrosion found in the 
external and internal surfaces of a push-pull rod. We are issuing 
this AD to address failure of the elevator push-pull rod assembly, 
which could cause loss of elevator control and loss of control of 
the airplane.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Inspection and Corrective Actions

    Within 50 hours' time-in-service or 60 days after the effective 
date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a borescopic inspection 
for corrosion of the interior of the elevator push-pull rod 
assembly, and before further flight replace any elevator push-pull 
rod assembly that has internal corrosion, in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Service 
Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. If no 
internal corrosion is found, before further flight inspect for 
corrosion of the exterior of the elevator push-pull rod assembly and 
do all applicable corrective actions for reassembly, in accordance 
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Pacific Aerospace Ltd. 
Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 2018. Do 
all other specified actions as applicable before further flight in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Pacific Aerospace 
Ltd. Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 1, dated September 25, 
2018.

(h) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New 
York 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 ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational 
Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, 
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. 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, New York ACO 
Branch, FAA; or the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand.

(i) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) New Zealand AD DCA/FBA/4, effective December 6, 2018, 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-2019-****.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Andrea Jimenez, 
Aerospace Engineer, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, 
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7330; fax 516-794-
5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov.

(j) 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) Pacific Aerospace Ltd. Service Bulletin PACSB/2C/001, Issue 
1, dated September 25, 2018.
    (ii) [Reserved]
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Pacific Aerospace Limited, Airport Road, Hamilton, Private Bag 3027, 
Hamilton 3240, New Zealand; telephone: +64 7843 6144; fax: +64 7843 
6134; email: pacific@aerospace.co.nz; internet: www.aerospace.co.nz.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Policy and 
Innovation, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri. For information on 
the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816-329-4148. It 
is also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by 
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2019-0047.
    (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated 
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration 
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at 
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 31, 2019.
Melvin J. Johnson,
Aircraft Certification Service, Deputy Director, Policy and Innovation 
Division, AIR-601.
[FR Doc. 2019-01541 Filed 2-11-19; 8:45 am]
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