Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (Type Certificate Previously Held by Rolls-Royce plc) Turbofan Engines, 78846-78849 [2022-27925]

Download as PDF 78846 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 246 / Friday, December 23, 2022 / Rules and Regulations purchased by each Enterprise that consists of dwelling units affordable to low-income families shall meet or exceed 2.5 percent of the total number of dwelling units in all multifamily residential housing financed by mortgages purchased by the Enterprise in each year for 2023 and 2024. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ■ RIN 2120–AA64 Mortgages, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. 3. Amend § 1282.15 by revising paragraphs (c) and (e)(3) to read as follows: § 1282.15 Authority and Issuance * Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (Type Certificate Previously Held by RollsRoyce plc) Turbofan Engines not small entities for purposes of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. IX. Congressional Review Act In accordance with the Congressional Review Act (5 U.S.C. 801 et seq.), FHFA has determined that this final rule is a major rule and has verified this determination with OMB. List of Subjects in 12 CFR Part 1282 For the reasons stated in the Preamble, under the authority of 12 U.S.C. 4511, 4513, and 4526, FHFA amends part 1282 of Title 12 of the Code of Federal Regulations as follows: CHAPTER XII—FEDERAL HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY SUBCHAPTER E—HOUSING GOALS AND MISSION PART 1282—ENTERPRISE HOUSING GOALS AND MISSION 1. The authority citation for part 1282 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 12 U.S.C. 4501, 4502, 4511, 4513, 4526, 4561¥4566. 2. Amend § 1282.13 by revising paragraphs (b) through (d) to read as follows: ■ § 1282.13 Multifamily special affordable housing goal and subgoals. TKELLEY on DSK125TN23PROD with RULES * * * * * (b) Multifamily low-income housing goal. The percentage share of dwelling units in multifamily residential housing financed by mortgages purchased by each Enterprise that consists of dwelling units affordable to low-income families shall meet or exceed 61 percent of the total number of dwelling units in multifamily residential housing financed by mortgages purchased by the Enterprise in each year for 2023 and 2024. (c) Multifamily very low-income housing subgoal. The percentage share of dwelling units in multifamily residential housing financed by mortgages purchased by each Enterprise that consists of dwelling units affordable to very low-income families shall meet or exceed 12 percent of the total number of dwelling units in multifamily residential housing financed by mortgages purchased by the Enterprise in each year for 2023 and 2024. (d) Small multifamily low-income housing subgoal. The percentage share of dwelling units in small multifamily properties financed by mortgages VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Dec 22, 2022 Jkt 259001 General counting requirements. * * * * (c) Calculating the numerator and denominator for multifamily housing goals. Performance under the multifamily housing goal and subgoals shall be measured using a fraction that is converted into a percentage. Neither the numerator nor the denominator shall include Enterprise transactions or activities that are not mortgage purchases as defined by FHFA or that are specifically excluded as ineligible under § 1282.16(b). (1) The numerator. The numerator of each fraction is the number of dwelling units that count toward achievement of a particular multifamily housing goal or subgoal in properties financed by mortgages purchased by an Enterprise in a particular year. (2) The denominator. The denominator of each fraction is the total number of dwelling units in properties financed by mortgages purchased by an Enterprise in a particular year. * * * * * (e) * * * (3) The estimation methodology in paragraph (e)(2) of this section may be used up to a nationwide maximum of 5 percent of the total number of rental units in properties securing multifamily mortgages purchased by the Enterprise in the current year. Multifamily rental units with missing affordability information in excess of this maximum shall be included in the denominator for the multifamily housing goal and subgoals, but such rental units shall not be counted in the numerator of any multifamily housing goal or subgoal. Multifamily rental units with missing affordability information for which estimation information is not available shall be excluded from both the numerator and the denominator for purposes of the multifamily housing goal and subgoals. * * * * * Sandra L. Thompson, Director, Federal Housing Finance Agency. [FR Doc. 2022–27467 Filed 12–22–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 8070–01–P PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2022–1234; Project Identifier MCAI–2022–00289–E; Amendment 39–22280; AD 2022–26–02] Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–05– 13 for certain Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) BR700–710 series turbofan engines. AD 2013–05–13 required replacing the affected fuel pump splined couplings. Since the FAA issued AD 2013–05–13, the manufacturer has revised the time limits manual (TLM), introducing new and more restrictive instructions, including the replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. This AD is prompted by service experience that demonstrated premature wear of the splined coupling on the fuel pump and subsequent manufacturer revision of the TLM to incorporate revised life limits and updated mandatory inspection intervals, including replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. This AD expands the applicability by adding a model turbofan engine and also requires revisions to the airworthiness limitations section (ALS) of the operator’s existing approved aircraft maintenance program (AMP), as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective January 27, 2023. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 27, 2023. ADDRESSES: AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2022–1234; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI), any comments received, and other information. The address for SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\23DER1.SGM 23DER1 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 246 / Friday, December 23, 2022 / Rules and Regulations 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. Material Incorporated by Reference: • For EASA material identified in this final rule, contact EASA, KonradAdenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; phone: +49 221 8999 000; email: ADs@easa.europa.eu. • You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110. It is also available at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2022–1234. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sungmo Cho, Aviation Safety Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238–7241; email: Sungmo.D.Cho@ faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2013–05–13, Amendment 39–17385 (78 FR 17080, March 20, 2013) (AD 2013–05–13). AD 2013–05–13 applied to certain RRD BR700–710 series turbofan engines. AD 2013–05–13 required replacing the affected fuel pump splined couplings. The FAA issued AD 2013–05–13 to prevent failure of the engine and loss of the airplane. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on September 26, 2022 (87 FR 58289). The NPRM was prompted by EASA AD 2022–0033, dated March 03, 2022 (EASA AD 2022–0033) (referred to after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), issued by EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union. EASA AD 2022–0033 states that since the certification of the BR700–710 engines, several changes have been made to the TLM by the manufacturer, introducing new and more restrictive instructions, including the replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. EASA AD 2022–0033 expands the applicability to include BR700–710D5– 21 model turbofan engines and specifies accomplishing the actions in the TLM. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2022–1234. In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to expand the applicability to include BR700–710D5–21 model turbofan engines. In the NPRM, the FAA also proposed to require accomplishing the actions specified in EASA AD 2022– 0033, described previously, except for any difference or exceptions identified in the NPRM. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive Comments The FAA received one comment from an anonymous commenter that supported the NPRM without change. Conclusion These products have been approved by the aviation authority of another country and are approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA’s bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, it has notified the FAA of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI referenced above. The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and determined that air safety requires adopting the AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Except for minor editorial changes, this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 The FAA reviewed EASA AD 2022– 0033, which describes actions for operators to revise the ALS of their 78847 existing approved AMP in accordance with the manufacturer’s revised TLM, as applicable to each engine model. EASA AD 2022–0033 also describes actions for performing inspections, replacing life limited parts, and performing corrective actions for any finding of discrepancy as referenced in the TLM. This material is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in ADDRESSES. Other Related Service Information The FAA also reviewed RRD NonModification Service Bulletin (NMSB) BR700–72–A900509, Revision 5, dated March 07, 2022. This service information revises previous versions of this NMSB because the specified procedures have been incorporated into the applicable TLM. The FAA also reviewed Rolls-Royce TLM T–710–1BR, Revision 70, for engine model BR700–710A1–10; TLM T–710–2BR, Revision 67, for engine model BR700–710A2–20; TLM T–710– 4BR, Revision 40, for engine model BR700–710C4–11 (each dated October 13, 2021); and TLM T–710–8BR, Revision 18, for engine model BR700– 710D5–21 (undated). This service information specifies thresholds for certain standard equipment; critical, sensitive, and unclassified parts; and life limited parts. This service information also specifies the replacement threshold for the fuel pump vespel coupling (fuel pump splined coupling). Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD affects 2,050 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. Registry. The FAA estimates that 1,350 engines installed on airplanes of U.S. Registry have already performed the initial replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: TKELLEY on DSK125TN23PROD with RULES ESTIMATED COSTS Cost per product Labor cost Initial Replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. Revise the ALS and the operator’s existing approved AMP. 6 work-hours × $85.00 per hour = $510 ........ $2,273 $2,783 $1,948,100 2 work-hours × $85.00 per hour = $170 ........ 0 170 348,500 Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Dec 22, 2022 Jkt 259001 Parts cost Cost on U.S. operators Action rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in E:\FR\FM\23DER1.SGM 23DER1 78848 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 246 / Friday, December 23, 2022 / Rules and Regulations 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. Regulatory Findings The FAA has 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) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (3) 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. 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: a. Removing Airworthiness Directive 2013–05–13, Amendment 39–17385 (78 FR 17080, March 20, 2013); and ■ b. Adding the following new airworthiness directive: TKELLEY on DSK125TN23PROD with RULES ■ ■ 2022–26–02 Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (Type Certificate previously held by Rolls-Royce plc): Amendment 39– 22280; Docket No. FAA–2022–1234; Project Identifier MCAI–2022–00289–E. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective January 27, 2023. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Dec 22, 2022 Jkt 259001 (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2013–05–13, Amendment 39–17385 (78 FR 17080, March 20, 2013). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG BR700–710A1–10, BR700–710A2–20, BR700–710C4–11, and BR700–710D5–21 model turbofan engines as identified in European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2022–0033, dated March 03, 2022 (EASA AD 2022–0033). (d) Subject Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code 8300, Accessory Gearboxes. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by service experience that demonstrated premature wear of the splined coupling on the fuel pump and subsequent manufacturer revision of the time limits manual (TLM) to incorporate revised life limits and updated mandatory inspection intervals, including replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent premature wear of the splined coupling on the fuel pump. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in failure of the engine and loss of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Action Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: Perform all required actions within the compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, EASA AD 2022– 0033. (h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2022–0033 (1) Where EASA AD 2022–0033 defines the AMP as the approved Aircraft Maintenance Programme on the basis of which the operator or the owner ensures the continuing airworthiness of each operated engine, this AD defines the AMP as the Aircraft Maintenance Program on the basis of which the operator or the owner ensures the continuing airworthiness of each operated airplane. (2) Where EASA AD 2022–0033 refers to the effective date of EASA AD 2022–0033, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (3) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (1.2) of EASA AD 2022–0033. (4) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (2) of EASA AD 2022–0033. (5) Where paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022– 0033 specifies revising the approved AMP within 12 months after its effective date, this AD requires incorporating the actions and associated thresholds and intervals, including life limits and maintenance tasks, into the existing approved maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, within 30 days of the initial replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling or within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever comes later. PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (6) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (4) of EASA AD 2022–0033. (7) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (5) of EASA AD 2022–0033. (8) This AD does not adopt the Remarks paragraph of EASA AD 2022–0033. (i) Provisions for Alternative Actions, Thresholds, and Intervals, Including Life Limits After performing the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative actions and associated thresholds and intervals, including life limits, are allowed unless they are approved as specified in the provisions of the ‘‘Ref. Publications’’ section of EASA AD 2022–0033. (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 and email 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) Additional Information For more information about this AD, contact Sungmo Cho, Aviation Safety Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238–7241; email: Sungmo.D.Cho@faa.gov. (l) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency AD 2022–0033, dated March 03, 2022. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For EASA AD 2022–0033, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; phone: +49 221 8999 000; email: ADs@easa.europa.eu. You may find this material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110. (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: fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. E:\FR\FM\23DER1.SGM 23DER1 Federal Register / Vol. 87, No. 246 / Friday, December 23, 2022 / Rules and Regulations Issued on December 7, 2022. Christina Underwood, Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2022–27925 Filed 12–22–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 71 [Docket No. FAA–2022–1472; Airspace Docket No. 22–AWA–8] RIN 2120–AA66 Amendment of Class C Airspace; Manchester, NH Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; correction. AGENCY: The FAA is correcting a final rule published in the Federal Register on December 6, 2022, that amended the Manchester, NH Class C airspace description to update the Manchester Airport name and airport reference point (ARP) geographic coordinates. In the description of the Class C airspace area, the final rule contained an error in the longitude coordinate of the ARP. This action makes an editorial correction to insert the correct longitude coordinate in references to the ARP. DATES: Effective date 0901 UTC, February 23, 2023. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under 1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order JO 7400.11 and publication of conforming amendments. ADDRESSES: FAA Order JO 7400.11G, Airspace Designations and Reporting Points, and subsequent amendments can be viewed online at www.faa.gov/air_ traffic/publications/. For further information, you can contact the Rules and Regulations Group, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Paul Gallant, Rules and Regulations Group, Office of Policy, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: TKELLEY on DSK125TN23PROD with RULES SUMMARY: History The FAA published a final rule for Docket No. FAA–2022–1472 in the Federal Register (87 FR 74505; December 6, 2022), to update the ARP for the Manchester, NH airport. VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:41 Dec 22, 2022 Jkt 259001 Subsequent to publication, the FAA determined that the ARP longitude geographic coordinate was in error. This rule corrects that error by changing the references from ‘‘long. 71°45′39″ W’’ to ‘‘long. 71°26′09″ W’’. This is an editorial change only to match the FAA’s National Airspace System Resource database information. Class C airspace areas are published in paragraph 4000 of FAA Order 7400.11G, dated August 19, 2022, and effective September 15, 2022, which is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class C airspace listed in this document will be published subsequently in FAA Order JO 7400.11. Correction to Final Rule The reference to the Manchester ARP longitude coordinate published in the Federal Register of December 6, 2022 (87 FR 74505), FR Doc. 2022–26458, is corrected as follows: 1. On page 74506, in column 2, under the heading ‘‘The Rule’’ revise ‘‘The ‘‘Manchester Airport’’ name is changed to ‘‘Manchester Boston Regional Airport’’, to match the Airport Master Record database, and the ARP geographic coordinates are updated from ‘‘lat. 42°56′00″ N, long. 71°26′16″ W’’ to ‘‘at. 42°55′58″ N, long. 71°45′39″ W’’ to read ‘‘The ‘‘Manchester Airport’’ name is changed to ‘‘Manchester Boston Regional Airport’’, to match the Airport Master Record database, and the ARP geographic coordinates are updated from ‘‘lat. 42°56′00″ N, long. 71°26′16″ W’’ to ‘‘lat. 42°55′58″ N, long. 71°26′09″ W.’’ 2. On page 74506, in column 3, under the heading ‘‘ANE NH C Manchester, NH [Amended]’’ revise ‘‘Manchester Boston Regional Airport, NH (Lat. 42°55′58″ N, long. 71°45′39″ W)’’ to read ‘‘Manchester Boston Regional Airport, NH (Lat. 42°55′58″ N, long. 71°26′09″ W)’’. Issued in Washington, DC, on December 19, 2022. Scott M. Rosenbloom, Manager, Airspace Rules and Regulations. [FR Doc. 2022–27928 Filed 12–22–22; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 77 [Docket No: FAA–2011–1279] Airborne Wind Energy Systems (AWES) Policy Statement Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 ACTION: 78849 Policy statement. FAA is finalizing its policy on the applicability of regulations concerning the safe, efficient use and preservation of the navigable airspace to all airborne wind energy systems (AWES). DATES: This policy is effective December 23, 2022. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Brian Konie, Airspace Rules and Regulations Team, Air Traffic Organization, Federal Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20591; telephone: (202) 267–8783; email: brian.konie@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: I. Statutory Authority Congress, pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 44718, mandated that the Secretary of Transportation require the public to provide notice to FAA of ‘‘the construction, alteration, establishment, or expansion, or the proposed construction, alteration, establishment, or expansion, of a structure or sanitary landfill when the notice will promote (1) safety in air commerce; (2) the efficient use and preservation of the navigable airspace and of airport traffic capacity at public-use airports; or (3) the interests of national security, as determined by the Secretary of Defense.’’ Moreover, under that section, the Secretary is required to conduct an aeronautical study to decide the extent of any adverse impact on the safe and efficient use of the airspace, facilities, or equipment if the Secretary decides that constructing or altering a structure may result in an obstruction of the navigable airspace, an interference with air or space navigation facilities and equipment or the navigable airspace, or, after consultation with the Secretary of Defense, an adverse impact on military operations and readiness. FAA codified these requirements in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) part 77 and identified the form and manner in which a person must submit notice. II. Background In 2011, FAA published a notice of policy and request for information (Notice) stating its policy on the application of 14 CFR part 77 to temporary AWES.1 The Notice also contained a request for information from AWES developers and the public on these systems so that FAA can 1 Notification for Airborne Wind Energy Systems (AWES), Docket No. FAA–2011–1279 (76 FR 76333, Dec. 7, 2011) (Notice). E:\FR\FM\23DER1.SGM 23DER1

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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 246 (Friday, December 23, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2022-1234; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-00289-E; 
Amendment 39-22280; AD 2022-26-02]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG 
(Type Certificate Previously Held by Rolls-Royce plc) Turbofan Engines

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-05-13 
for certain Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) BR700-710 series 
turbofan engines. AD 2013-05-13 required replacing the affected fuel 
pump splined couplings. Since the FAA issued AD 2013-05-13, the 
manufacturer has revised the time limits manual (TLM), introducing new 
and more restrictive instructions, including the replacement of the 
fuel pump splined coupling. This AD is prompted by service experience 
that demonstrated premature wear of the splined coupling on the fuel 
pump and subsequent manufacturer revision of the TLM to incorporate 
revised life limits and updated mandatory inspection intervals, 
including replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. This AD 
expands the applicability by adding a model turbofan engine and also 
requires revisions to the airworthiness limitations section (ALS) of 
the operator's existing approved aircraft maintenance program (AMP), as 
specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which 
is incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the 
unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective January 27, 2023.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 27, 
2023.

ADDRESSES:
    AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under 
Docket No. FAA-2022-1234; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD 
docket contains this final rule, the mandatory continuing airworthiness 
information (MCAI), any comments received, and other information. The 
address for

[[Page 78847]]

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.
    Material Incorporated by Reference:
     For EASA material identified in this final rule, contact 
EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; phone: +49 221 
8999 000; email: [email protected].
     You may view this service information at the FAA, 
Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 1200 
District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the 
availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110. It is 
also available at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2022-1234.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sungmo Cho, Aviation Safety Engineer, 
ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 
(781) 238-7241; email: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 
CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2013-05-13, Amendment 39-17385 (78 FR 
17080, March 20, 2013) (AD 2013-05-13). AD 2013-05-13 applied to 
certain RRD BR700-710 series turbofan engines. AD 2013-05-13 required 
replacing the affected fuel pump splined couplings. The FAA issued AD 
2013-05-13 to prevent failure of the engine and loss of the airplane.
    The NPRM published in the Federal Register on September 26, 2022 
(87 FR 58289). The NPRM was prompted by EASA AD 2022-0033, dated March 
03, 2022 (EASA AD 2022-0033) (referred to after this as ``the MCAI''), 
issued by EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of 
the European Union. EASA AD 2022-0033 states that since the 
certification of the BR700-710 engines, several changes have been made 
to the TLM by the manufacturer, introducing new and more restrictive 
instructions, including the replacement of the fuel pump splined 
coupling. EASA AD 2022-0033 expands the applicability to include BR700-
710D5-21 model turbofan engines and specifies accomplishing the actions 
in the TLM.
    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at regulations.gov under 
Docket No. FAA-2022-1234.
    In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to expand the applicability to 
include BR700-710D5-21 model turbofan engines. In the NPRM, the FAA 
also proposed to require accomplishing the actions specified in EASA AD 
2022-0033, described previously, except for any difference or 
exceptions identified in the NPRM. The FAA is issuing this AD to 
address the unsafe condition on these products.

Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive

Comments

    The FAA received one comment from an anonymous commenter that 
supported the NPRM without change.

Conclusion

    These products have been approved by the aviation authority of 
another country and are approved for operation in the United States. 
Pursuant to the FAA's bilateral agreement with this State of Design 
Authority, it has notified the FAA of the unsafe condition described in 
the MCAI referenced above. The FAA reviewed the relevant data, 
considered the comment received, and determined that air safety 
requires adopting the AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing 
this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. Except for 
minor editorial changes, this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    The FAA reviewed EASA AD 2022-0033, which describes actions for 
operators to revise the ALS of their existing approved AMP in 
accordance with the manufacturer's revised TLM, as applicable to each 
engine model. EASA AD 2022-0033 also describes actions for performing 
inspections, replacing life limited parts, and performing corrective 
actions for any finding of discrepancy as referenced in the TLM.
    This material is reasonably available because the interested 
parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by 
the means identified in ADDRESSES.

Other Related Service Information

    The FAA also reviewed RRD Non-Modification Service Bulletin (NMSB) 
BR700-72-A900509, Revision 5, dated March 07, 2022. This service 
information revises previous versions of this NMSB because the 
specified procedures have been incorporated into the applicable TLM.
    The FAA also reviewed Rolls-Royce TLM T-710-1BR, Revision 70, for 
engine model BR700-710A1-10; TLM T-710-2BR, Revision 67, for engine 
model BR700-710A2-20; TLM T-710-4BR, Revision 40, for engine model 
BR700-710C4-11 (each dated October 13, 2021); and TLM T-710-8BR, 
Revision 18, for engine model BR700-710D5-21 (undated). This service 
information specifies thresholds for certain standard equipment; 
critical, sensitive, and unclassified parts; and life limited parts. 
This service information also specifies the replacement threshold for 
the fuel pump vespel coupling (fuel pump splined coupling).

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 2,050 engines installed on 
airplanes of U.S. Registry. The FAA estimates that 1,350 engines 
installed on airplanes of U.S. Registry have already performed the 
initial replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling.
    The FAA estimates 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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Initial Replacement of the fuel pump    6 work-hours x $85.00             $2,273          $2,783      $1,948,100
 splined coupling.                       per hour = $510.
Revise the ALS and the operator's       2 work-hours x $85.00                  0             170         348,500
 existing approved AMP.                  per hour = $170.
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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.
    The FAA is issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in

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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.

Regulatory Findings

    The FAA has 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) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (3) 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.

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:
0
a. Removing Airworthiness Directive 2013-05-13, Amendment 39-17385 (78 
FR 17080, March 20, 2013); and
0
b. Adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2022-26-02 Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (Type Certificate 
previously held by Rolls-Royce plc): Amendment 39-22280; Docket No. 
FAA-2022-1234; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-00289-E.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective January 27, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD replaces AD 2013-05-13, Amendment 39-17385 (78 FR 17080, 
March 20, 2013).

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG BR700-
710A1-10, BR700-710A2-20, BR700-710C4-11, and BR700-710D5-21 model 
turbofan engines as identified in European Union Aviation Safety 
Agency (EASA) AD 2022-0033, dated March 03, 2022 (EASA AD 2022-
0033).

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code 8300, Accessory 
Gearboxes.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by service experience that demonstrated 
premature wear of the splined coupling on the fuel pump and 
subsequent manufacturer revision of the time limits manual (TLM) to 
incorporate revised life limits and updated mandatory inspection 
intervals, including replacement of the fuel pump splined coupling. 
The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent premature wear of the splined 
coupling on the fuel pump. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, 
could result in failure of the engine and loss of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Required Action

    Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: 
Perform all required actions within the compliance times specified 
in, and in accordance with, EASA AD 2022-0033.

(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2022-0033

    (1) Where EASA AD 2022-0033 defines the AMP as the approved 
Aircraft Maintenance Programme on the basis of which the operator or 
the owner ensures the continuing airworthiness of each operated 
engine, this AD defines the AMP as the Aircraft Maintenance Program 
on the basis of which the operator or the owner ensures the 
continuing airworthiness of each operated airplane.
    (2) Where EASA AD 2022-0033 refers to the effective date of EASA 
AD 2022-0033, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
    (3) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (1.2) of 
EASA AD 2022-0033.
    (4) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (2) of 
EASA AD 2022-0033.
    (5) Where paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022-0033 specifies revising 
the approved AMP within 12 months after its effective date, this AD 
requires incorporating the actions and associated thresholds and 
intervals, including life limits and maintenance tasks, into the 
existing approved maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, 
within 30 days of the initial replacement of the fuel pump splined 
coupling or within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, 
whichever comes later.
    (6) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (4) of 
EASA AD 2022-0033.
    (7) This AD does not require compliance with paragraph (5) of 
EASA AD 2022-0033.
    (8) This AD does not adopt the Remarks paragraph of EASA AD 
2022-0033.

(i) Provisions for Alternative Actions, Thresholds, and Intervals, 
Including Life Limits

    After performing the actions required by paragraph (g) of this 
AD, no alternative actions and associated thresholds and intervals, 
including life limits, are allowed unless they are approved as 
specified in the provisions of the ``Ref. Publications'' section of 
EASA AD 2022-0033.

(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 and email 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) Additional Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Sungmo Cho, Aviation 
Safety Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, 
MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7241; 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 this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency AD 2022-0033, dated 
March 03, 2022.
    (ii) [Reserved]
    (3) For EASA AD 2022-0033, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 
50668 Cologne, Germany; phone: +49 221 8999 000; email: 
[email protected]. You may find this material on the EASA website 
at ad.easa.europa.eu.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, 
Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 1200 
District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the 
availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110.
    (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: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.


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    Issued on December 7, 2022.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-27925 Filed 12-22-22; 8:45 am]
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