Airworthiness Directives; PZL Swidnik S.A. Helicopters, 21754-21757 [2020-08297]
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
(g) Requirements
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this
AD: Comply with all required actions and
compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, Brazilian AD 2019–11–07.
Adoption of the Amendment
(h) Exceptions to Brazilian AD 2019–11–07
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
(1) Where Brazilian AD 2019–11–07 refers
to its effective date, this AD requires using
the effective date of this AD.
(2) The ‘‘Alternative method of compliance
(AMOC)’’ section of Brazilian AD 2019–11–
07 does not apply to this AD.
(3) Where paragraphs (b)(1) through (3) of
Brazilian AD 2019–11–07 specify to carry out
an inspection in the airplane technical
documentation and a general visual
inspection (GVI) on them, this AD requires a
GVI of the MLG aft pintle pins to determine
if certain repairs were done. A review of
airplane maintenance records is acceptable in
lieu of this inspection if the repair history
can be conclusively determined from that
review.
(4) Where paragraphs (b)(1) through (3) of
Brazilian AD 2019–11–07 specify to use a
‘‘new serviceable one,’’ for this AD, use a
serviceable MLG aft pintle pin as defined in
Brazilian AD 2019–11–07.
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
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2020–07–21 Yabora˜ Indu´stria Aerona´utica
S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held
by Embraer S.A.): Amendment 39–
19900; Docket No. FAA–2019–1074;
Product Identifier 2019–NM–191–AD.
(a) Effective Date
Although the service information
referenced in Brazilian AD 2019–11–07
specifies to return parts to the manufacturer,
this AD does not include that requirement.
This AD is effective May 26, 2020.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the Yabora˜ Indu´stria
Aerona´utica S.A. (Type Certificate Previously
Held by Embraer S.A.) airplanes identified in
paragraphs (c)(1) through (3), of this AD,
certificated in any category, as identified in
Ageˆncia Nacional de Aviac
¸a˜o Civil (ANAC)
Brazilian AD 2019–11–07, effective
November 18, 2019 (‘‘Brazilian AD 2019–11–
07’’).
(1) Model ERJ 170–100 LR, –100 STD, –100
SE, and –100 SU airplanes.
(2) Model ERJ 170–200 LR, –200 SU, –200
STD, and –200 LL airplanes.
(3) Model ERJ 190–100 STD, –100 LR, –100
ECJ, –100 IGW, –200 STD, –200 LR, and –200
IGW airplanes.
(d) Subject
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Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 32, Landing gear.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a determination
that certain main landing gear (MLG) aft
pintle pins repaired using a sulphamate
nickel plating have a life limit that is less
than the certified life limit. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address failure of the
affected MLG aft pintle pins before reaching
the certified life limit, which could result in
collapse of the MLG during takeoff or
landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
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The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal
inspector or local Flight Standards District
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the International Section, send it
to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (k) of this AD. Information may be
emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@
faa.gov. Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/
certificate holding district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain instructions
from a manufacturer, the instructions must
be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, International Section,
Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or ANAC;
or ANAC’s authorized Designee. If approved
by the ANAC Designee, the approval must
include the Designee’s authorized signature.
(k) Related Information
For more information about this AD,
contact Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport Standards
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des
Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206–
231–3221; email krista.greer@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 this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Ageˆncia Nacional de Aviac
¸a˜o (ANAC)
Brazilian AD 2019–11–07, effective
November 18, 2019.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For information about ANAC Brazilian
AD 2019–11–07, contact National Civil
Aviation Agency, Aeronautical Products
Certification Branch (GGCP), Rua Laurent
Martins, n° 209, Jardim Esplanada, CEP
12242–431—Sa˜o Jose´ dos Campos—SP,
Brazil; telephone 55 (12) 3203–6600; email
pac@anac.gov.br; internet www.anac.gov.br/
en/.
(4) You may view this material 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. This material may
be found in the AD docket on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2019–1074.
(5) You may view this material that is
incorporated by reference at the National
Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability
of this material at NARA, email fedreg.legal@
nara.gov, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/
federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued on April 10, 2020.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2020–08219 Filed 4–17–20; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2020–0390; Product
Identifier 2018–SW–096–AD; Amendment
39–19901; AD 2020–07–22]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; PZL Swidnik
S.A. Helicopters
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for PZL
Swidnik S.A. (PZL) Model PZL W–3A
helicopters. This AD requires inspecting
the main gearbox (MGB) bolts and
washers to determine if they are
properly locked and, depending on the
inspection outcome, removing the
engine, removing certain bolts from
SUMMARY:
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service, and performing more in-depth
inspections; and depending on the
outcome of those inspections, replacing
the graphite seal assembly or removing
it from service. Finally, this AD
prohibits installing any affected MGB on
a helicopter unless it has met the
requirements of this AD. This AD was
prompted by reports that the bolts
securing the input quill and graphite
seal assembly of the MGB were not
properly locked. The actions of this AD
are intended to address an unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective May
5, 2020.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain document listed in this AD
as of May 5, 2020.
The FAA must receive comments on
this AD by June 19, 2020.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
any of the following methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Docket: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
online instructions for sending your
comments electronically.
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: Send comments to the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
20590–0001.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to the
‘‘Mail’’ address between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
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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–2020–
0390; 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
European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(previously European Aviation Safety
Agency) (EASA) AD, any incorporated
by reference service information, any
comments received, and other
information. The street address for
Docket Operations is listed above.
For service information identified in
this final rule, contact WSK ‘‘PZLS´widnik’’ S.A., Al. Lotniko´w Polskich 1,
21–045 S´widnik, Poland, telephone +48
664 424 798, or at www.pzl.swidnik.pl.
You may review the referenced service
information at the FAA, Office of the
Regional Counsel, Southwest Region,
10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N–321,
Fort Worth, TX 76177. It is also
available on the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
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and locating Docket No. FAA–2020–
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mechanical link, possibly resulting in
loss of helicopter control.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Rao
Edupuganti, Aviation Safety Engineer,
Regulations and Policy Section,
Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA,
10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX
76177; telephone 817–222–5110; email
rao.edupuganti@faa.gov.
FAA’s Determination
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
These helicopters have been approved
by EASA and are approved for operation
in the United States. Pursuant to the
FAA’s bilateral agreement with the
European Union, EASA has notified the
FAA of the unsafe condition described
in its AD. The FAA is issuing this AD
after evaluating all information
provided by EASA and determining the
unsafe condition exists and is likely to
exist or develop on other helicopters of
the same type design.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves
requirements affecting flight safety, and
the FAA did not provide you with
notice and an opportunity to provide
your comments prior to it becoming
effective. However, the FAA invites you
to participate in this rulemaking by
submitting written comments, data, or
views. The FAA also invites comments
relating to the economic, environmental,
energy, or federalism impacts that
resulted from adopting this AD. The
most helpful comments reference a
specific portion of the AD, explain the
reason for any recommended change,
and include supporting data. To ensure
the docket does not contain duplicate
comments, commenters should send
only one copy of written comments, or
if comments are filed electronically,
commenters should submit them only
one time. The FAA will file in the
docket all comments received, as well as
a report summarizing each substantive
public contact with FAA personnel
concerning this rulemaking during the
comment period. The FAA will consider
all the comments received and may
conduct additional rulemaking based on
those comments.
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WYTWO
KOMUNIKACYJNEGO ‘‘PZL-S´widnik’’
Spo´lka Akcyjna has issued Mandatory
Bulletin No. BO–37–18–289, dated
October 23, 2018, which specifies using
a fiberscope to inspect for improperly
locked bolts that secure the input quill
cover and graphite seal assembly of
WR–3 MGBs. This service information
also specifies reporting certain
information to PZL and Pratt & Whitney
Rzeszo´w S.A., removing the engine for
more in-depth inspection of the bolts for
signs of rubbing and deformation,
inspecting the bolts for proper torque,
removing the input drive quill seals,
and inspecting the graphite seal
assembly.
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.
Discussion
AD Requirements
EASA, which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA AD No. 2018–
0238, dated November 6, 2018 (EASA
AD 2018–0238), to correct an unsafe
condition for Wytwo´rnia Sprze˛tu
Komunikacyjnego ‘‘PZL-S´widnik’’
Spo´5ka Akcyjna (WSK ‘‘PZL-S´WIDNIK’’
S.A.) Model PZL W–3A and PZL W–
3AS helicopters.
EASA advises of occurrences of
improperly locked bolts, which secure
the input quill cover and graphite seal
assembly of the WR–3 MGB. The bolts
are locked in place through the use of
locking tabs on the washer part number
(P/N) 89.06.0387. According to EASA, a
subsequent investigation determined
that the root cause of this event was
improper assembly of the MGB during
manufacturing or overhaul. EASA stated
this condition could lead to
disconnection of the engines to the MGB
This AD requires, within 25 hours
time-in-service, for all PZL Model PZL
W–3A helicopters that have a WR–3
MGB serial number up to and including
316463007M installed, inspecting each
bolt P/N 89.00.0049 for proper locking
using a fiberscope. Depending on the
inspection outcome, this AD requires
removing the engine and inspecting
each bolt head for signs of rubbing and
deformation, inspecting each bolt for
proper torque, removing the left-hand
and right-hand input drive quill seals,
and inspecting each graphite seal
assembly. This AD requires removing
from service any bolt with signs of
rubbing or deformation on its bolt head.
If necessary, this AD requires replacing
the graphite seal assembly or removing
it from service. This AD also prohibits
installing affected MGBs that have not
been inspected for improperly locked
bolts.
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Differences Between This AD and the
EASA AD
The EASA AD applies to Model PZL
W–3AS helicopters, whereas this AD
does not because that model is not FAA
type-certificated. The EASA AD requires
reporting certain information to PZL
and Pratt & Whitney Rzeszo´w S.A.,
whereas this AD does not.
Regulatory Flexibility Act
The requirements of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act (RFA) do not apply when
an agency finds good cause pursuant to
5 U.S.C. 553 to adopt a rule without
prior notice and comment. Because the
FAA has determined that it has good
cause to adopt this rule without notice
and comment, RFA analysis is not
required.
Costs of Compliance
There are no costs of compliance with
this AD because there are no helicopters
of this type certificate on the U.S.
Registry.
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FAA’s Justification and Determination
of the Effective Date
Section 553(b)(3)(B) of the
Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C.)
authorizes agencies to dispense with
notice and comment procedures for
rules when the agency, for ‘‘good
cause,’’ finds that those procedures are
‘‘impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary
to the public interest.’’ Under this
section, an agency, upon finding good
cause, may issue a final rule without
seeking comment prior to the
rulemaking.
There are no helicopters with this
type certificate on the U.S. Registry.
Therefore, notice and opportunity for
prior public comment are unnecessary
pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(B). In
addition, for the reasons stated above,
the FAA finds that good cause exists
pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(d) for making
this amendment effective in less than 30
days.
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.
The FAA is 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
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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 helicopters identified in this
rulemaking action.
(c) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective May 5, 2020.
Regulatory Findings
(e) Required Actions
(1) Within 25 hours time-in-service (TIS),
inspect each bolt to determine if it is
properly locked with the washer by following
Chapter II, Inspection Procedure, paragraphs
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3.1.a) and 3.1.b) of WYTWO
KOMUNIKACYJNEGO ‘‘PZL-S´widnik’’
Spo´lka Akcyjna Mandatory Bulletin No. BO–
37–18–289, dated October 23, 2018 (MB BO–
37–18–289). If any bolt is not properly
locked, before further flight:
(i) Remove the engine to visually inspect
the bolt head for any sign of rubbing and
deformation.
(ii) If there is no sign of rubbing or
deformation, loosen the bolt and tighten to
the correct torque value of 2.5–3.0 Nm. Lock
the bolt by folding tabs of the washer up to
the side surfaces of the bolt head. Photo 4 of
MB BO–37–18–289 shows an example of a
properly locked bolt.
(iii) If there is any sign of rubbing or
deformation;
(A) Remove from service the bolt.
(B) Remove the left-hand (LH) and righthand (RH) input drive quill seals by
following paragraphs 1.1. through 1.6.,
Procedure—Case B. Attachment 1 to MB BO–
37–18–289.
(C) Visually inspect each graphite seal
assembly of the LH and RH input drive quill
seals for any crack, damage, and surface
deformation in the surface area identified as
‘‘D’’ of Sketch 3. Radial Seal, Attachment 1
to MB BO–37–18–289, and any crack,
damage, surface deformation, cracked
graphite segments and seizing of grooves in
the surface area identified as ‘‘E’’ of Sketch
3. Radial Seal, Attachment 1 to MB BO–37–
18–289. For purposes of this inspection,
damage to the graphite seal assembly may be
indicated by spalling, chipping, scratches, or
dents. Also visually inspect for unsmooth
freedom of radial motion of each graphite
ring in the surface area identified as ‘‘E’’ of
Sketch 3. Radial Seal, Attachment 1 to MB
BO–37–18–289, any scratch and dent in the
surface areas identified as ‘‘A’’ and ‘‘B’’ of
Sketch 3. Radial Seal, Attachment 1 to MB
BO–37–18–289, and seizing on the surface
area identified as ‘‘C’’ of Sketch 3. Radial
Seal, Attachment 1 to MB BO–37–18–289.
(1) If there is any crack, damage, or surface
deformation in surface area ‘‘E’’ greater than
an area of 1.5 mm2 or a depth of 1mm, before
further flight, remove from service the
graphite seal assembly.
(2) If there is any spalling or chipping in
surface area ‘‘E’’ that is equal to or less than
an area of 1.5 mm2 and a depth of 1 mm, or
any scratch or dent in surface areas ‘‘A’’ or
‘‘B’’ or seizing in surface area ‘‘C’’ that is
acceptable after blending material flashes,
before further flight, replace the graphite seal
assembly.
(3) If there is any crack, damage, or surface
deformation on surface ‘‘D’’, cracked graphite
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,
and
(2) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska.
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):
■
2020–07–22 PZL Swidnik S.A.:
Amendment 39–19901; Docket No.
FAA–2020–0390; Product Identifier
2018–SW–096–AD.
(a) Applicability
This AD applies to PZL Swidnik S.A. (PZL)
Model PZL W–3A helicopters, certificated in
any category, with a WR–3 main gearbox
(MGB) with a serial number (S/N) up to
316463007M inclusive and with a bolt part
number (P/N) 89.00.0049 and washer P/N
89.06.0387, installed.
(b) Unsafe Condition
This AD defines the unsafe condition as
improper locking of the bolts which secure
the input quill cover and graphite seal
assembly of the WR–3 MGB. This condition
could result in disconnection of an engine to
the MGB mechanical link and subsequent
loss of control of the helicopter.
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(d) Compliance
You are responsible for performing each
action required by this AD within the
specified compliance time unless it has
already been accomplished prior to that time.
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segments or seizing of grooves on surface
‘‘E’’, any scratch or dent in surface areas ‘‘A’’
or ‘‘B’’ or seizing in surface area ‘‘C’’ that is
not acceptable after blending material
flashes, or radial motion of graphite rings is
difficult and not smooth, before further flight,
remove from service the graphite seal
assembly.
(2) After the effective date of this AD, do
not install a WR–3 MGB with an S/N up to
316463007M inclusive and with a bolt P/N
89.00.0049 and washer P/N 89.06.0387 on
any PZL Model PZL W–3A helicopter, unless
it has been inspected in accordance with the
requirements of this AD.
(f) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Safety Management
Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA,
may approve AMOCs for this AD. Send your
proposal to: Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety
Engineer, Regulations and Policy Section,
Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101
Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177;
telephone 817–222–5110; email 9-ASW-FTWAMOC-Requests@faa.gov.
(2) For operations conducted under a 14
CFR part 119 operating certificate or under
14 CFR part 91, subpart K, the FAA suggests
that you notify your principal inspector, or
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of
the local flight standards district office or
certificate holding district office, before
operating any aircraft complying with this
AD through an AMOC.
(g) Additional Information
The subject of this AD is addressed in
European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(previously European Aviation Safety
Agency) (EASA) AD No. 2018–0238, dated
November 6, 2018. You may view the EASA
AD on the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov in Docket No. FAA–
2020–0390.
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(h) Subject
Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC)
Code: 6320, Main Rotor Gearbox.
(i) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference 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.
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(i) WYTWO
KOMUNIKACYJNEGO ‘‘PZL-S´widnik’’
Spo´lka Akcyjna Mandatory Bulletin No. BO–
37–18–289, dated October 23, 2018.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact PZL-S´widnik S.A., A1.
Lotniko´w Polskich 1, 21–045 S´widnik,
Poland; telephone +48 81 468 09 01, 751 20
71; fax +48 81 468 09 19, 751 21 73; or at
www.pzl.swidnik.pl.
(4) You may view this service information
at FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel,
Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy,
Room 6N–321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 817222–5110.
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(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,
email fedreg.legal@nara.gov, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued on April 15, 2020.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2020–08297 Filed 4–17–20; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2020–0088; Product
Identifier 2019–NM–195–AD; Amendment
39–19899; AD 2020–07–20]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; 328 Support
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Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The FAA is superseding
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2004–06–
01, which applied to certain Dornier
Model 328–100 series airplanes; and AD
2009–06–09, which applied to all
Dornier Model 328–100 series airplanes.
AD 2004–06–01 required replacement of
the existing main landing gear (MLG)
leg assembly with a modified assembly.
AD 2009–06–09 required modifying the
MLG main body and trailing arm
bushings, and revising the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations.
This AD continues to require revising
the existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, to incorporate
new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations; as specified in a European
Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
AD, which is incorporated by reference.
This AD was prompted by a
determination that new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations are
necessary. The FAA is issuing this AD
to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: This AD is effective May 26,
2020.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
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of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of May 26, 2020.
ADDRESSES: For the material
incorporated by reference (IBR) in this
AD, contact the EASA, KonradAdenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne,
Germany; telephone +49 221 89990
1000; email ADs@easa.europa.eu;
internet www.easa.europa.eu. You may
find this IBR material on the EASA
website at https://ad.easa.europa.eu.
You may view this IBR material at the
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
It is also available in the AD docket on
the internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2020–
0088.
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–2020–
0088; 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 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:
Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport
Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
telephone and fax 206–231–3228; email
Todd.Thompson@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The EASA, which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the
European Union, has issued EASA AD
2019–0270, dated October 30, 2019
(‘‘EASA AD 2019–0270’’) (also referred
to as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
for all 328 Support Services GmbH
Model 328–100 airplanes.
EASA AD 2019–0270 also specifies
that it takes over the applicable
requirements of EASA AD 2006–0197,
dated July 11, 2006 (which corresponds
to FAA AD 2008–17–01 R1,
Amendment 39–16106 (74 FR 63569,
December 4, 2009) (‘‘AD 2008–17–01
R1’’); and EASA AD 2010–0054, dated
March 25, 2010 (which corresponds to
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2020-0390; Product Identifier 2018-SW-096-AD; Amendment
39-19901; AD 2020-07-22]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; PZL Swidnik S.A. Helicopters
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for PZL
Swidnik S.A. (PZL) Model PZL W-3A helicopters. This AD requires
inspecting the main gearbox (MGB) bolts and washers to determine if
they are properly locked and, depending on the inspection outcome,
removing the engine, removing certain bolts from
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service, and performing more in-depth inspections; and depending on the
outcome of those inspections, replacing the graphite seal assembly or
removing it from service. Finally, this AD prohibits installing any
affected MGB on a helicopter unless it has met the requirements of this
AD. This AD was prompted by reports that the bolts securing the input
quill and graphite seal assembly of the MGB were not properly locked.
The actions of this AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on
these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective May 5, 2020.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain document listed in this AD as of May 5, 2020.
The FAA must receive comments on this AD by June 19, 2020.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Docket: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for sending your
comments electronically.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: Send comments to the U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to the ``Mail'' address between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
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-2020-
0390; 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 European Union Aviation Safety Agency (previously European
Aviation Safety Agency) (EASA) AD, any incorporated by reference
service information, any comments received, and other information. The
street address for Docket Operations is listed above.
For service information identified in this final rule, contact WSK
``PZL- [Sacute]widnik'' S.A., Al. Lotnik[oacute]w Polskich 1, 21-045
[Sacute]widnik, Poland, telephone +48 664 424 798, or at
www.pzl.swidnik.pl. You may review the referenced service information
at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101
Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. It is also available
on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0390.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety
Engineer, Regulations and Policy Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch,
FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone 817-222-
5110; email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety, and the FAA did not provide you with notice and an opportunity
to provide your comments prior to it becoming effective. However, the
FAA invites you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting written
comments, data, or views. The FAA also invites comments relating to the
economic, environmental, energy, or federalism impacts that resulted
from adopting this AD. The most helpful comments reference a specific
portion of the AD, explain the reason for any recommended change, and
include supporting data. To ensure the docket does not contain
duplicate comments, commenters should send only one copy of written
comments, or if comments are filed electronically, commenters should
submit them only one time. The FAA will file in the docket all comments
received, as well as a report summarizing each substantive public
contact with FAA personnel concerning this rulemaking during the
comment period. The FAA will consider all the comments received and may
conduct additional rulemaking based on those comments.
Discussion
EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the
European Union, has issued EASA AD No. 2018-0238, dated November 6,
2018 (EASA AD 2018-0238), to correct an unsafe condition for
Wytw[oacute]rnia Sprz[eogon]tu Komunikacyjnego ``PZL-[Sacute]widnik''
Sp[oacute][lstrok]ka Akcyjna (WSK ``PZL-[Sacute]WIDNIK'' S.A.) Model
PZL W-3A and PZL W-3AS helicopters.
EASA advises of occurrences of improperly locked bolts, which
secure the input quill cover and graphite seal assembly of the WR-3
MGB. The bolts are locked in place through the use of locking tabs on
the washer part number (P/N) 89.06.0387. According to EASA, a
subsequent investigation determined that the root cause of this event
was improper assembly of the MGB during manufacturing or overhaul. EASA
stated this condition could lead to disconnection of the engines to the
MGB mechanical link, possibly resulting in loss of helicopter control.
FAA's Determination
These helicopters have been approved by EASA and are approved for
operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA's bilateral
agreement with the European Union, EASA has notified the FAA of the
unsafe condition described in its AD. The FAA is issuing this AD after
evaluating all information provided by EASA and determining the unsafe
condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other helicopters
of the same type design.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
WYTW[Oacute]RNIA SPRZ[Eogon]TU KOMUNIKACYJNEGO ``PZL-
[Sacute]widnik'' Sp[oacute]lka Akcyjna has issued Mandatory Bulletin
No. BO-37-18-289, dated October 23, 2018, which specifies using a
fiberscope to inspect for improperly locked bolts that secure the input
quill cover and graphite seal assembly of WR-3 MGBs. This service
information also specifies reporting certain information to PZL and
Pratt & Whitney Rzesz[oacute]w S.A., removing the engine for more in-
depth inspection of the bolts for signs of rubbing and deformation,
inspecting the bolts for proper torque, removing the input drive quill
seals, and inspecting the graphite seal assembly.
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.
AD Requirements
This AD requires, within 25 hours time-in-service, for all PZL
Model PZL W-3A helicopters that have a WR-3 MGB serial number up to and
including 316463007M installed, inspecting each bolt P/N 89.00.0049 for
proper locking using a fiberscope. Depending on the inspection outcome,
this AD requires removing the engine and inspecting each bolt head for
signs of rubbing and deformation, inspecting each bolt for proper
torque, removing the left-hand and right-hand input drive quill seals,
and inspecting each graphite seal assembly. This AD requires removing
from service any bolt with signs of rubbing or deformation on its bolt
head. If necessary, this AD requires replacing the graphite seal
assembly or removing it from service. This AD also prohibits installing
affected MGBs that have not been inspected for improperly locked bolts.
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Differences Between This AD and the EASA AD
The EASA AD applies to Model PZL W-3AS helicopters, whereas this AD
does not because that model is not FAA type-certificated. The EASA AD
requires reporting certain information to PZL and Pratt & Whitney
Rzesz[oacute]w S.A., whereas this AD does not.
Regulatory Flexibility Act
The requirements of the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) do not
apply when an agency finds good cause pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553 to adopt
a rule without prior notice and comment. Because the FAA has determined
that it has good cause to adopt this rule without notice and comment,
RFA analysis is not required.
Costs of Compliance
There are no costs of compliance with this AD because there are no
helicopters of this type certificate on the U.S. Registry.
FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date
Section 553(b)(3)(B) of the Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C.)
authorizes agencies to dispense with notice and comment procedures for
rules when the agency, for ``good cause,'' finds that those procedures
are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public interest.''
Under this section, an agency, upon finding good cause, may issue a
final rule without seeking comment prior to the rulemaking.
There are no helicopters with this type certificate on the U.S.
Registry. Therefore, notice and opportunity for prior public comment
are unnecessary pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(B). In addition, for the
reasons stated above, the FAA finds that good cause exists pursuant to
5 U.S.C. 553(d) for making this amendment effective in less than 30
days.
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.
The FAA is 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 helicopters identified in this rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States,
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866, and
(2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2020-07-22 PZL Swidnik S.A.: Amendment 39-19901; Docket No. FAA-
2020-0390; Product Identifier 2018-SW-096-AD.
(a) Applicability
This AD applies to PZL Swidnik S.A. (PZL) Model PZL W-3A
helicopters, certificated in any category, with a WR-3 main gearbox
(MGB) with a serial number (S/N) up to 316463007M inclusive and with
a bolt part number (P/N) 89.00.0049 and washer P/N 89.06.0387,
installed.
(b) Unsafe Condition
This AD defines the unsafe condition as improper locking of the
bolts which secure the input quill cover and graphite seal assembly
of the WR-3 MGB. This condition could result in disconnection of an
engine to the MGB mechanical link and subsequent loss of control of
the helicopter.
(c) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective May 5, 2020.
(d) Compliance
You are responsible for performing each action required by this
AD within the specified compliance time unless it has already been
accomplished prior to that time.
(e) Required Actions
(1) Within 25 hours time-in-service (TIS), inspect each bolt to
determine if it is properly locked with the washer by following
Chapter II, Inspection Procedure, paragraphs 3.1.a) and 3.1.b) of
WYTW[Oacute]RNIA SPRZ[Eogon]TU KOMUNIKACYJNEGO ``PZL-
[Sacute]widnik'' Sp[oacute]lka Akcyjna Mandatory Bulletin No. BO-37-
18-289, dated October 23, 2018 (MB BO-37-18-289). If any bolt is not
properly locked, before further flight:
(i) Remove the engine to visually inspect the bolt head for any
sign of rubbing and deformation.
(ii) If there is no sign of rubbing or deformation, loosen the
bolt and tighten to the correct torque value of 2.5-3.0 Nm. Lock the
bolt by folding tabs of the washer up to the side surfaces of the
bolt head. Photo 4 of MB BO-37-18-289 shows an example of a properly
locked bolt.
(iii) If there is any sign of rubbing or deformation;
(A) Remove from service the bolt.
(B) Remove the left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) input drive
quill seals by following paragraphs 1.1. through 1.6., Procedure--
Case B. Attachment 1 to MB BO-37-18-289.
(C) Visually inspect each graphite seal assembly of the LH and
RH input drive quill seals for any crack, damage, and surface
deformation in the surface area identified as ``D'' of Sketch 3.
Radial Seal, Attachment 1 to MB BO-37-18-289, and any crack, damage,
surface deformation, cracked graphite segments and seizing of
grooves in the surface area identified as ``E'' of Sketch 3. Radial
Seal, Attachment 1 to MB BO-37-18-289. For purposes of this
inspection, damage to the graphite seal assembly may be indicated by
spalling, chipping, scratches, or dents. Also visually inspect for
unsmooth freedom of radial motion of each graphite ring in the
surface area identified as ``E'' of Sketch 3. Radial Seal,
Attachment 1 to MB BO-37-18-289, any scratch and dent in the surface
areas identified as ``A'' and ``B'' of Sketch 3. Radial Seal,
Attachment 1 to MB BO-37-18-289, and seizing on the surface area
identified as ``C'' of Sketch 3. Radial Seal, Attachment 1 to MB BO-
37-18-289.
(1) If there is any crack, damage, or surface deformation in
surface area ``E'' greater than an area of 1.5 mm\2\ or a depth of
1mm, before further flight, remove from service the graphite seal
assembly.
(2) If there is any spalling or chipping in surface area ``E''
that is equal to or less than an area of 1.5 mm\2\ and a depth of 1
mm, or any scratch or dent in surface areas ``A'' or ``B'' or
seizing in surface area ``C'' that is acceptable after blending
material flashes, before further flight, replace the graphite seal
assembly.
(3) If there is any crack, damage, or surface deformation on
surface ``D'', cracked graphite
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segments or seizing of grooves on surface ``E'', any scratch or dent
in surface areas ``A'' or ``B'' or seizing in surface area ``C''
that is not acceptable after blending material flashes, or radial
motion of graphite rings is difficult and not smooth, before further
flight, remove from service the graphite seal assembly.
(2) After the effective date of this AD, do not install a WR-3
MGB with an S/N up to 316463007M inclusive and with a bolt P/N
89.00.0049 and washer P/N 89.06.0387 on any PZL Model PZL W-3A
helicopter, unless it has been inspected in accordance with the
requirements of this AD.
(f) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Safety Management Section, Rotorcraft Standards
Branch, FAA, may approve AMOCs for this AD. Send your proposal to:
Rao Edupuganti, Aviation Safety Engineer, Regulations and Policy
Section, Rotorcraft Standards Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy.,
Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone 817-222-5110; email [email protected].
(2) For operations conducted under a 14 CFR part 119 operating
certificate or under 14 CFR part 91, subpart K, the FAA suggests
that you notify your principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office
or certificate holding district office, before operating any
aircraft complying with this AD through an AMOC.
(g) Additional Information
The subject of this AD is addressed in European Union Aviation
Safety Agency (previously European Aviation Safety Agency) (EASA) AD
No. 2018-0238, dated November 6, 2018. You may view the EASA AD on
the internet at https://www.regulations.gov in Docket No. FAA-2020-
0390.
(h) Subject
Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 6320, Main Rotor
Gearbox.
(i) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference 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) WYTW[Oacute]RNIA SPRZ[Eogon]TU KOMUNIKACYJNEGO ``PZL-
[Sacute]widnik'' Sp[oacute]lka Akcyjna Mandatory Bulletin No. BO-37-
18-289, dated October 23, 2018.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact PZL-
[Sacute]widnik S.A., A1. Lotnik[oacute]w Polskich 1, 21-045
[Sacute]widnik, Poland; telephone +48 81 468 09 01, 751 20 71; fax
+48 81 468 09 19, 751 21 73; or at www.pzl.swidnik.pl.
(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Office of the
Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy, Room 6N-
321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call 817222-5110.
(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, email [email protected], or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued on April 15, 2020.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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