Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Division Turbofan Engines, 11637-11640 [2019-05905]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0920; Product
Identifier 2016–NE–09–AD; Amendment 39–
19605; AD 2019–06–07]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Pratt &
Whitney Division Turbofan Engines
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are superseding
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016–22–
05 for certain Pratt & Whitney Division
(PW) PW4164, PW4164–1D, PW4168,
PW4168–1D, PW4168A, PW4168A–1D,
and PW4170 model turbofan engines.
AD 2016–22–05 required initial and
repetitive inspections of the affected
fuel nozzles and their replacement with
parts eligible for installation. This AD
requires initial and repetitive
inspections of the affected fuel nozzles
and fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies, replacement of the affected
fuel nozzles with parts eligible for
installation, and the installation of new
brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle
supply manifold assemblies. This AD
was prompted by several instances of
fuel leaks on PW engines with the Talon
IIB combustion chamber configuration
installed. We are issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
SUMMARY:
This AD is effective May 2, 2019.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of May 2, 2019.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain other publication listed in
this AD as of December 6, 2016 (81 FR
75686, November 1, 2016).
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For service information
identified in this final rule, contact Pratt
& Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East
Hartford, CT 06108; phone: 860–565–
8770; fax: 860–565–4503. You may view
this service information at the FAA,
Engine and 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–2018–
0920.
ADDRESSES:
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the internet at https://
www.regulations.govby searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
0920; 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:
Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO
Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–
238–7154; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
scott.hopper@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2016–22–05,
Amendment 39–18694 (81 FR 75686,
November 1, 2016), (‘‘AD 2016–22–05’’).
AD 2016–22–05 applied to certain PW
PW4164, PW4164–1D, PW4168,
PW4168–1D, PW4168A, PW4168A–1D,
and PW4170 model turbofan engines.
The NPRM published in the Federal
Register on November 19, 2018 (83 FR
58194). The NPRM was prompted by
several instances of fuel leaks on PW
engines with the Talon IIB combustion
chamber configuration installed. The
fuel leaks were the result of cracks in
the fuel nozzle braze joint and cracks in
the fuel manifold tube adjacent to the
elbow fitting. The NPRM proposed to
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require initial and repetitive inspections
of the affected fuel nozzles and fuel
nozzle supply manifold assemblies,
replacement of the affected fuel nozzles
with parts eligible for installation, and
the installation of new brackets and
clamps on the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies. We are issuing this
AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
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.
Request To Identify Causes of Fuel
Leaks
PW requested that we identify the two
potential causes of the fuel leaks, cracks
in the fuel nozzle braze joint and cracks
in the fuel manifold tube adjacent to the
elbow fitting, in the ‘‘Actions Since
2016–22–05 Was Issued’’ paragraph of
the NPRM.
We agree that updating the ‘‘Actions
Since 2016–22–05 Was Issued’’
paragraph based on the request would
better identify the two potential causes
of the fuel leaks. We did not update the
‘‘Actions Since AD 2017–20–01 Was
Issued’’ paragraph, however, because
this language is not included in this
final rule. Instead, we updated the
Discussion paragraph to identify the two
potential causes of the leaks.
Request To Correct Acronym
Typographical Error
PW and Delta Air Lines (Delta)
requested that we correct the acronym
for the ring case compressor from
‘‘RRC’’ to ‘‘RCC’’ in the Applicability
paragraph of this AD.
We agree and corrected the acronym
in this AD.
Request To Update the Labor Work
Hours
Delta requested that we update the 16
labor work-hours identified in the
‘‘Estimated costs’’ table of this AD to
match the 40 man-hours identified in
the Manpower paragraph of Pratt &
Whitney Service Bulletin (SB) PW4G–
100–73–48, Revision No. 1, dated April
24, 2018.
We disagree. Like the service
information, the ‘‘Estimated costs’’ table
of this AD separates the cost of the
actions. The 16 work-hours of this AD
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reflects only replacing the fuel nozzle
supply manifold assemblies and
installing the new clamps and brackets.
These work hours do not reflect any
additional actions, such as opening and
closing the cowl doors or using the
Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM).
We did not change this AD.
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Request To Clarify the Applicability
Paragraph
SR Technics Switzerland Ltd. (SR
Technics) requested that we update
paragraphs (c)(1) to (4) of this AD to
include the phrase ‘‘that have SB
PW4G–100–73–48 Rev. 1 not fully
introduced.’’ SR Technics expressed
concern that operators who have
replaced the fuel nozzle with an eligible
part may not comply with the additional
requirement to replace fuel nozzle
supply manifold assemblies and install
new brackets and clamps.
PW and Delta requested that we
clarify that engines that have already
replaced fuel nozzle part number (P/N)
51J345 per Pratt & Whitney Alert
Service Bulletin (ASB) PW4G–100–
A73–47, dated March 10, 2017, only
have to complete the replacement of the
fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies,
and the installation of new brackets and
clamps on the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies per Pratt &
Whitney SB PW4G–100–73–48,
Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
We partially agree. We disagree with
including the phrase suggested by SR
Technics in the Applicability of this AD
because we found it clearer to move the
requirement to a separate paragraph. We
agree with clarifying that engines with
the new fuel nozzles installed only
require the installation of the new fuel
nozzle supply manifold assemblies,
brackets, and clamps. We revised this
AD by moving the requirement to
replace the fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies and to install new brackets
and clamps from paragraph (g)(2)(ii) in
the NPRM into a separate paragraph
(g)(3) in this AD.
Request To Publish a Separate AD
Delta requested that we publish a
separate AD for the replacement of the
fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies,
and the installation of new brackets and
clamps on the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies per Pratt &
Whitney SB PW4G–100–73–48,
Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
Delta indicated that per the
Applicability paragraph of this
proposed rule, engines that have already
met the intent of PW ASB PW4G–100–
A73–47 and therefore do not have fuel
nozzle P/N 51J345 installed are not
applicable.
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We disagree that it is necessary to
publish a separate AD to mandate
replacement of the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies and installation of
new brackets and clamps. As noted
above, however, we have revised this
AD by creating a separate paragraph
(g)(3) to clarify the requirement for
replacement of the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies, and the
installation of new brackets and clamps.
Request To Revise the Compliance
Time
PW commented that it disagreed with
the compliance time proposed in the
NPRM. For replacement of the fuel
nozzles, PW requested that we revise
the compliance time from 24 months
after the effective date of this AD, as
proposed in the NPRM, to April 1, 2019.
This revised compliance time would
match the compliance time in Pratt &
Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73–47,
dated March 10, 2017. PW reasoned that
the majority of the fleet is adhering to
the April 1, 2019, compliance time and
extending the compliance to 24 months
is too lenient.
We disagree. The PW safety risk
assessment for this AD supports a
compliance time of 24-months after the
effective date of this AD for replacement
of the fuel nozzles. Although certain
operators may comply by April 1, 2019,
the 24-months compliance time meets
the safety intent of this AD. We did not
change this AD.
PW also requested that we revise the
compliance time to install the fuel
nozzle supply manifold assembly,
brackets, and clamps to the next shop
visit, not to exceed September 30, 2024,
whichever occurs first. This compliance
time would also be consistent with Pratt
& Whitney SB PW4G–100–73–48,
Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
PW reasoned that after further analysis,
including reassessment of the risk
associated with the vibratory stress
cracking of the manifolds, they will
publish a revision to their service
information.
We agree. PW’s analysis and updated
safety risk support extending the
compliance time to replace the fuel
nozzle supply manifold assembly,
brackets, and clamps. We revised this
requirement from ‘‘At the next shop
visit or within 24 months after the
effective date of this AD, whichever
comes first. . . .’’ to ‘‘At the next shop
visit or within 60 months after the
effective date of this AD, whichever
comes first. . . .’’
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Request To Remove Wording From
Terminating Action Paragraph
PW and Delta requested that we
update the Terminating Action
paragraph of this AD to remove the
replacement of the manifold supply
assemblies and installation of the
brackets and clamps. Delta noted that
the fuel nozzle and fuel nozzle supply
manifold assembly failure modes as
described by their respective Pratt &
Whitney SBs PW4G–100–A73–47 and
PW4G–100–73–48 are not the same. The
commenters further reasoned that the
repetitive inspections specified in
paragraph (g)(1) of the NPRM apply only
to the fuel nozzle.
We agree. We removed the
replacement of the manifold supply
assemblies and installation of the
brackets and clamps as terminating
actions for this AD.
Request To Correct the Part
Terminology for Consistency
Delta noted that we used the term
‘‘fuel nozzle manifold supply
assemblies’’ and ‘‘fuel supply
manifolds’’ in the NPRM and requested
that the term ‘‘fuel nozzle supply
manifold assembly’’ be used to be
consistent with the service information.
We agree. We revised this AD to refer
to ‘‘fuel nozzle supply manifold
assembly.’’
Request To Separate Required Actions
To Allow Alternate Tool
Delta requested that we separate the
actions identified in paragraph (g)(2)(ii)
of the NPRM (paragraph (g)(3) of this
AD), into two steps: 1. Replace the fuel
nozzle supply manifold assemblies, and
2. Install the new brackets and clamps
on the fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies. Delta reasoned that this AD
specifies using service information that
will only allow the use of a backup
wrench to install the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies. Delta and PW,
however, have developed an alternate
tool to install the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies to reduce the risk
of over-torqueing.
We disagree. While the service
information references a backup
wrench, it does not specify the P/N of
the tool to use. Therefore, 14 CFR part
43 allows for the use of alternate, FAAapproved, tools. We did not change this
AD.
Request To Allow Use of Later
Revisions of Service Information
Delta requested that we add the
phrase ‘‘or later per subsequent SBs’’ to
paragraph (h)(2) of this AD to remove
the need to submit alternative methods
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of compliance requests in response to
future redesigns of the fuel nozzles.
We disagree. We are authorized to
require the use of service information
that we have reviewed and which are
published. Since later revisions of the
service information are not yet
published, we are not authorized to
require their use. We did not change
this AD.
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.
Support for the AD
The Air Line Pilots Association
expressed support for the NPRM as
written.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
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
We reviewed Pratt & Whitney ASB
PW4G–100–A73–45, dated February 16,
2016; Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G–100–
A73–47, dated March 10, 2017; and
Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–100–73–48,
Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73–
45 describes procedures for inspecting
and replacing the fuel nozzles. Pratt &
Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73–47
describes procedures for replacing the
fuel nozzle and support assembly. Pratt
& Whitney SB PW4G–100–73–48
describes procedures for replacing the
fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies
and installing new brackets and clamps
on the manifolds. 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 72
engines installed on airplanes of U.S.
registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
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Cost on U.S.
operators
Labor cost
Inspect fuel nozzles ........................................
Open and close cowl doors (on-wing) ............
Remove and replace (24) fuel nozzles ...........
Remove and re-install necessary hardware
according to AMM.
Replace Fuel Nozzle Supply Manifold Assemblies and install new clamps/brackets.
2.2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $187 ..........
1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .................
48 work-hours × $85 per hour = $4,080 ........
23 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,955 ........
$0
0
423,471
0
$187
85
427,551
1,955
$13,464
6,120
30,783,672
140,760
16 work-hours × $85 per hour = $1,360 ........
77,159
78,519
5,653,368
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
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Cost per
product
Action
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
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:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2016–22–05, Amendment 39–18694 (81
FR 75686, November 1, 2016), and
adding the following new AD:
■
2019–06–07 Pratt & Whitney Division:
Amendment 39–19605; Docket No.
FAA–2018–0920; Product Identifier
2016–NE–09–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective May 2, 2019.
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(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2016–22–05,
Amendment 39–18694 (81 FR 75686,
November 1, 2016).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney
Division (PW):
(1) PW4164, PW4168, and PW4168A
model turbofan engines that have fuel
nozzles, part number (P/N) 51J345, installed,
and that have any of the following installed:
Talon IIB combustion chamber per Pratt &
Whitney Service Bulletin (SB) PW4G–100–
72–214, dated December 15, 2011; ring case
configuration (RCC) high-pressure
compressor (HPC) per Pratt & Whitney SB
PW4G–100–72–219, Revision No. 1, dated
October 5, 2011, or original issue; or the
outer combustion chamber assembly
waspaloy nuts per Pratt & Whitney SB
PW4G–100–72–253, dated November 24,
2014;
(2) PW4168A model engines with Talon
IIA outer combustion chamber assembly,
P/N 51J100 or 51J382, and fuel nozzles, P/N
51J345, installed;
(3) PW4168A–1D and PW4170 model
engines with engine serial numbers P735001
through P735190, inclusive, and fuel nozzles,
P/N 51J345, installed;
(4) PW4164–1D, PW4168–1D, PW4168A–
1D, and PW4170 model turbofan engines that
have installed the RCC HPC per Pratt &
Whitney SB PW4G–100–72–220, Revision
No. 4, dated September 30, 2011, or earlier
revision, and have fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345,
installed; and
(5) PW4164, PW4164–1D, PW4168,
PW4168–1D, PW4168A, PW4168A–1D, and
PW4170 model turbofan engines with fuel
nozzle, P/N 51J398, installed, that have not
installed the replacement fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies, and new brackets and
clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–
100–73–48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24,
2018.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)
Code 7310, Engine Fuel Distribution.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by several
instances of fuel leaks on PW engines with
the Talon IIB combustion chamber
configuration installed. We are issuing this
AD to prevent failure of the fuel nozzles. The
unsafe condition, if not addressed, could
result in engine fire and damage to the
airplane.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Required Actions
(1) Within 800 flight hours (FHs) after
December 6, 2016 (the effective date of AD
2016–22–05), or before further flight,
whichever occurs later, and after that within
every 800 FHs accumulated on the fuel
nozzles, perform the following:
(i) Inspect all fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, in
accordance with Part A of Pratt & Whitney
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A73–45, dated February 16, 2016.
(ii) For any fuel nozzle that fails the
inspection, before further flight, remove and
replace with a part that is eligible for
installation.
(2) At the next shop visit or within 24
months after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs first, remove all fuel
nozzles, P/N 51J345, in accordance with Part
A, of Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73–
47, dated March 10, 2017, and replace with
parts eligible for installation.
(3) At the next shop visit or within 60
months after the effective date of this AD,
whichever comes first, replace the fuel
nozzle supply manifold assemblies and
install the new brackets and clamps on the
fuel nozzle supply manifold assembly in
accordance with Accomplishment
Instructions, ‘‘For Engines Installed on
Aircraft’’ or ‘‘For Engines Not Installed on
Aircraft,’’ of Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–100–
73–48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
(h) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, an ‘‘engine
shop visit’’ is the induction of an engine into
the shop for maintenance involving the
separation of pairs of major mating engine
case flanges, except for the following
situations, which do not constitute an engine
shop visit:
(i) Separation of engine flanges solely for
the purposes of transportation of the engine
without subsequent maintenance.
(ii) Separation of engine flanges solely for
the purpose of replacing the fan or propulsor
without subsequent engine maintenance.
(2) For the purpose of this AD, a part that
is ‘‘eligible for installation’’ is a fuel nozzle
with a P/N other than 51J345 that is FAAapproved for installation.
(i) Terminating Action
Installation of the eligible fuel nozzles
constitutes terminating action for the
repetitive inspection requirements of
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD.
(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.
(k) Related Information
For more information about this AD,
contact Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer,
ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238–
7154; fax: 781–238–7199; email:
scott.hopper@faa.gov.
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(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.
(3) The following service information was
approved for IBR on May 2, 2019.
(i) Pratt & Whitney Alert Service Bulletin
(ASB) PW4G–100–A73–47, dated March 10,
2017; and
(ii) Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin
PW4G–100–73–48, Revision No. 1, dated
April 24, 2018.
(4) The following service information was
approved for IBR on December 6, 2016.
(i) Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73–
45, dated February 16, 2016.
(ii) [Reserved]
(5) For Pratt & Whitney service information
identified in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney
Division, 400 Main St., East Hartford, CT
06108; phone: 860–565–8770; fax: 860–565–
4503.
(6) You may view this service information
at FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards
Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington,
MA 01803. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call
781–238–7759.
(7) 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
March 22, 2019.
Karen M. Grant,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller
Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 60 (Thursday, March 28, 2019)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 11637-11640]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2019-05905]
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Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 60 / Thursday, March 28, 2019 / Rules
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2018-0920; Product Identifier 2016-NE-09-AD; Amendment
39-19605; AD 2019-06-07]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Division Turbofan
Engines
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2016-22-05 for
certain Pratt & Whitney Division (PW) PW4164, PW4164-1D, PW4168,
PW4168-1D, PW4168A, PW4168A-1D, and PW4170 model turbofan engines. AD
2016-22-05 required initial and repetitive inspections of the affected
fuel nozzles and their replacement with parts eligible for
installation. This AD requires initial and repetitive inspections of
the affected fuel nozzles and fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies,
replacement of the affected fuel nozzles with parts eligible for
installation, and the installation of new brackets and clamps on the
fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies. This AD was prompted by several
instances of fuel leaks on PW engines with the Talon IIB combustion
chamber configuration installed. We are issuing this AD to address the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective May 2, 2019.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 2, 2019.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of
December 6, 2016 (81 FR 75686, November 1, 2016).
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Pratt & Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East Hartford, CT
06108; phone: 860-565-8770; fax: 860-565-4503. You may view this
service information at the FAA, Engine and 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-2018-0920.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.govby searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0920; 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: Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO
Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-
238-7154; fax: 781-238-7199; email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2016-22-05, Amendment 39-18694 (81 FR 75686,
November 1, 2016), (``AD 2016-22-05''). AD 2016-22-05 applied to
certain PW PW4164, PW4164-1D, PW4168, PW4168-1D, PW4168A, PW4168A-1D,
and PW4170 model turbofan engines. The NPRM published in the Federal
Register on November 19, 2018 (83 FR 58194). The NPRM was prompted by
several instances of fuel leaks on PW engines with the Talon IIB
combustion chamber configuration installed. The fuel leaks were the
result of cracks in the fuel nozzle braze joint and cracks in the fuel
manifold tube adjacent to the elbow fitting. The NPRM proposed to
require initial and repetitive inspections of the affected fuel nozzles
and fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies, replacement of the affected
fuel nozzles with parts eligible for installation, and the installation
of new brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
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.
Request To Identify Causes of Fuel Leaks
PW requested that we identify the two potential causes of the fuel
leaks, cracks in the fuel nozzle braze joint and cracks in the fuel
manifold tube adjacent to the elbow fitting, in the ``Actions Since
2016-22-05 Was Issued'' paragraph of the NPRM.
We agree that updating the ``Actions Since 2016-22-05 Was Issued''
paragraph based on the request would better identify the two potential
causes of the fuel leaks. We did not update the ``Actions Since AD
2017-20-01 Was Issued'' paragraph, however, because this language is
not included in this final rule. Instead, we updated the Discussion
paragraph to identify the two potential causes of the leaks.
Request To Correct Acronym Typographical Error
PW and Delta Air Lines (Delta) requested that we correct the
acronym for the ring case compressor from ``RRC'' to ``RCC'' in the
Applicability paragraph of this AD.
We agree and corrected the acronym in this AD.
Request To Update the Labor Work Hours
Delta requested that we update the 16 labor work-hours identified
in the ``Estimated costs'' table of this AD to match the 40 man-hours
identified in the Manpower paragraph of Pratt & Whitney Service
Bulletin (SB) PW4G-100-73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
We disagree. Like the service information, the ``Estimated costs''
table of this AD separates the cost of the actions. The 16 work-hours
of this AD
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reflects only replacing the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies and
installing the new clamps and brackets. These work hours do not reflect
any additional actions, such as opening and closing the cowl doors or
using the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM). We did not change this AD.
Request To Clarify the Applicability Paragraph
SR Technics Switzerland Ltd. (SR Technics) requested that we update
paragraphs (c)(1) to (4) of this AD to include the phrase ``that have
SB PW4G-100-73-48 Rev. 1 not fully introduced.'' SR Technics expressed
concern that operators who have replaced the fuel nozzle with an
eligible part may not comply with the additional requirement to replace
fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies and install new brackets and
clamps.
PW and Delta requested that we clarify that engines that have
already replaced fuel nozzle part number (P/N) 51J345 per Pratt &
Whitney Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW4G-100-A73-47, dated March 10,
2017, only have to complete the replacement of the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies, and the installation of new brackets and clamps on
the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-
100-73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
We partially agree. We disagree with including the phrase suggested
by SR Technics in the Applicability of this AD because we found it
clearer to move the requirement to a separate paragraph. We agree with
clarifying that engines with the new fuel nozzles installed only
require the installation of the new fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies, brackets, and clamps. We revised this AD by moving the
requirement to replace the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies and
to install new brackets and clamps from paragraph (g)(2)(ii) in the
NPRM into a separate paragraph (g)(3) in this AD.
Request To Publish a Separate AD
Delta requested that we publish a separate AD for the replacement
of the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies, and the installation of
new brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies
per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-100-73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24,
2018. Delta indicated that per the Applicability paragraph of this
proposed rule, engines that have already met the intent of PW ASB PW4G-
100-A73-47 and therefore do not have fuel nozzle P/N 51J345 installed
are not applicable.
We disagree that it is necessary to publish a separate AD to
mandate replacement of the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies and
installation of new brackets and clamps. As noted above, however, we
have revised this AD by creating a separate paragraph (g)(3) to clarify
the requirement for replacement of the fuel nozzle supply manifold
assemblies, and the installation of new brackets and clamps.
Request To Revise the Compliance Time
PW commented that it disagreed with the compliance time proposed in
the NPRM. For replacement of the fuel nozzles, PW requested that we
revise the compliance time from 24 months after the effective date of
this AD, as proposed in the NPRM, to April 1, 2019. This revised
compliance time would match the compliance time in Pratt & Whitney ASB
PW4G-100-A73-47, dated March 10, 2017. PW reasoned that the majority of
the fleet is adhering to the April 1, 2019, compliance time and
extending the compliance to 24 months is too lenient.
We disagree. The PW safety risk assessment for this AD supports a
compliance time of 24-months after the effective date of this AD for
replacement of the fuel nozzles. Although certain operators may comply
by April 1, 2019, the 24-months compliance time meets the safety intent
of this AD. We did not change this AD.
PW also requested that we revise the compliance time to install the
fuel nozzle supply manifold assembly, brackets, and clamps to the next
shop visit, not to exceed September 30, 2024, whichever occurs first.
This compliance time would also be consistent with Pratt & Whitney SB
PW4G-100-73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018. PW reasoned that
after further analysis, including reassessment of the risk associated
with the vibratory stress cracking of the manifolds, they will publish
a revision to their service information.
We agree. PW's analysis and updated safety risk support extending
the compliance time to replace the fuel nozzle supply manifold
assembly, brackets, and clamps. We revised this requirement from ``At
the next shop visit or within 24 months after the effective date of
this AD, whichever comes first. . . .'' to ``At the next shop visit or
within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever comes
first. . . .''
Request To Remove Wording From Terminating Action Paragraph
PW and Delta requested that we update the Terminating Action
paragraph of this AD to remove the replacement of the manifold supply
assemblies and installation of the brackets and clamps. Delta noted
that the fuel nozzle and fuel nozzle supply manifold assembly failure
modes as described by their respective Pratt & Whitney SBs PW4G-100-
A73-47 and PW4G-100-73-48 are not the same. The commenters further
reasoned that the repetitive inspections specified in paragraph (g)(1)
of the NPRM apply only to the fuel nozzle.
We agree. We removed the replacement of the manifold supply
assemblies and installation of the brackets and clamps as terminating
actions for this AD.
Request To Correct the Part Terminology for Consistency
Delta noted that we used the term ``fuel nozzle manifold supply
assemblies'' and ``fuel supply manifolds'' in the NPRM and requested
that the term ``fuel nozzle supply manifold assembly'' be used to be
consistent with the service information.
We agree. We revised this AD to refer to ``fuel nozzle supply
manifold assembly.''
Request To Separate Required Actions To Allow Alternate Tool
Delta requested that we separate the actions identified in
paragraph (g)(2)(ii) of the NPRM (paragraph (g)(3) of this AD), into
two steps: 1. Replace the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies, and
2. Install the new brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle supply
manifold assemblies. Delta reasoned that this AD specifies using
service information that will only allow the use of a backup wrench to
install the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies. Delta and PW,
however, have developed an alternate tool to install the fuel nozzle
supply manifold assemblies to reduce the risk of over-torqueing.
We disagree. While the service information references a backup
wrench, it does not specify the P/N of the tool to use. Therefore, 14
CFR part 43 allows for the use of alternate, FAA-approved, tools. We
did not change this AD.
Request To Allow Use of Later Revisions of Service Information
Delta requested that we add the phrase ``or later per subsequent
SBs'' to paragraph (h)(2) of this AD to remove the need to submit
alternative methods
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of compliance requests in response to future redesigns of the fuel
nozzles.
We disagree. We are authorized to require the use of service
information that we have reviewed and which are published. Since later
revisions of the service information are not yet published, we are not
authorized to require their use. We did not change this AD.
Support for the AD
The Air Line Pilots Association expressed support for the NPRM as
written.
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 Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G-100-A73-45, dated February 16,
2016; Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G-100-A73-47, dated March 10, 2017; and
Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-100-73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24,
2018. Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G-100-A73-45 describes procedures for
inspecting and replacing the fuel nozzles. Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G-
100-A73-47 describes procedures for replacing the fuel nozzle and
support assembly. Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-100-73-48 describes
procedures for replacing the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies and
installing new brackets and clamps on the manifolds. 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 72 engines installed on 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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Inspect fuel nozzles.................. 2.2 work-hours x $85 per $0 $187 $13,464
hour = $187.
Open and close cowl doors (on-wing)... 1 work-hour x $85 per 0 85 6,120
hour = $85.
Remove and replace (24) fuel nozzles.. 48 work-hours x $85 per 423,471 427,551 30,783,672
hour = $4,080.
Remove and re-install necessary 23 work-hours x $85 per 0 1,955 140,760
hardware according to AMM. hour = $1,955.
Replace Fuel Nozzle Supply Manifold 16 work-hours x $85 per 77,159 78,519 5,653,368
Assemblies and install new clamps/ hour = $1,360.
brackets.
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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 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
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
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2016-22-05, Amendment 39-18694 (81 FR 75686, November 1, 2016), and
adding the following new AD:
2019-06-07 Pratt & Whitney Division: Amendment 39-19605; Docket No.
FAA-2018-0920; Product Identifier 2016-NE-09-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective May 2, 2019.
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(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2016-22-05, Amendment 39-18694 (81 FR 75686,
November 1, 2016).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney Division (PW):
(1) PW4164, PW4168, and PW4168A model turbofan engines that have
fuel nozzles, part number (P/N) 51J345, installed, and that have any
of the following installed: Talon IIB combustion chamber per Pratt &
Whitney Service Bulletin (SB) PW4G-100-72-214, dated December 15,
2011; ring case configuration (RCC) high-pressure compressor (HPC)
per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-100-72-219, Revision No. 1, dated
October 5, 2011, or original issue; or the outer combustion chamber
assembly waspaloy nuts per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-100-72-253, dated
November 24, 2014;
(2) PW4168A model engines with Talon IIA outer combustion
chamber assembly, P/N 51J100 or 51J382, and fuel nozzles, P/N
51J345, installed;
(3) PW4168A-1D and PW4170 model engines with engine serial
numbers P735001 through P735190, inclusive, and fuel nozzles, P/N
51J345, installed;
(4) PW4164-1D, PW4168-1D, PW4168A-1D, and PW4170 model turbofan
engines that have installed the RCC HPC per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-
100-72-220, Revision No. 4, dated September 30, 2011, or earlier
revision, and have fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, installed; and
(5) PW4164, PW4164-1D, PW4168, PW4168-1D, PW4168A, PW4168A-1D,
and PW4170 model turbofan engines with fuel nozzle, P/N 51J398,
installed, that have not installed the replacement fuel nozzle
supply manifold assemblies, and new brackets and clamps on the fuel
nozzle supply manifold assemblies per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G-100-
73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7310, Engine Fuel
Distribution.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by several instances of fuel leaks on PW
engines with the Talon IIB combustion chamber configuration
installed. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the fuel
nozzles. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in
engine fire and damage to the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Required Actions
(1) Within 800 flight hours (FHs) after December 6, 2016 (the
effective date of AD 2016-22-05), or before further flight,
whichever occurs later, and after that within every 800 FHs
accumulated on the fuel nozzles, perform the following:
(i) Inspect all fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, in accordance with
Part A of Pratt & Whitney Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW4G-100-A73-
45, dated February 16, 2016.
(ii) For any fuel nozzle that fails the inspection, before
further flight, remove and replace with a part that is eligible for
installation.
(2) At the next shop visit or within 24 months after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, remove all fuel
nozzles, P/N 51J345, in accordance with Part A, of Pratt & Whitney
ASB PW4G-100-A73-47, dated March 10, 2017, and replace with parts
eligible for installation.
(3) At the next shop visit or within 60 months after the
effective date of this AD, whichever comes first, replace the fuel
nozzle supply manifold assemblies and install the new brackets and
clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifold assembly in accordance
with Accomplishment Instructions, ``For Engines Installed on
Aircraft'' or ``For Engines Not Installed on Aircraft,'' of Pratt &
Whitney SB PW4G-100-73-48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
(h) Definitions
(1) For the purpose of this AD, an ``engine shop visit'' is the
induction of an engine into the shop for maintenance involving the
separation of pairs of major mating engine case flanges, except for
the following situations, which do not constitute an engine shop
visit:
(i) Separation of engine flanges solely for the purposes of
transportation of the engine without subsequent maintenance.
(ii) Separation of engine flanges solely for the purpose of
replacing the fan or propulsor without subsequent engine
maintenance.
(2) For the purpose of this AD, a part that is ``eligible for
installation'' is a fuel nozzle with a P/N other than 51J345 that is
FAA-approved for installation.
(i) Terminating Action
Installation of the eligible fuel nozzles constitutes
terminating action for the repetitive inspection requirements of
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD.
(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: [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.
(k) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Scott Hopper,
Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781-238-7154; fax: 781-238-7199; email:
[email protected].
(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.
(3) The following service information was approved for IBR on
May 2, 2019.
(i) Pratt & Whitney Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW4G-100-A73-
47, dated March 10, 2017; and
(ii) Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin PW4G-100-73-48, Revision
No. 1, dated April 24, 2018.
(4) The following service information was approved for IBR on
December 6, 2016.
(i) Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G-100-A73-45, dated February 16,
2016.
(ii) [Reserved]
(5) For Pratt & Whitney service information identified in this
AD, contact Pratt & Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East Hartford,
CT 06108; phone: 860-565-8770; fax: 860-565-4503.
(6) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine and
Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA
01803. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 781-238-7759.
(7) 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 March 22, 2019.
Karen M. Grant,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2019-05905 Filed 3-27-19; 8:45 am]
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