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designee) determines such exemption is
warranted. The agency head (or
designee) must notify any employee
exempted from the scheduling
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(h)(1) Upon termination of an
exigency established under paragraphs
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first be covered by a national emergency
exigency and then be covered by the
ongoing exigency without a break in
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(2) For the entire period during which
an employee is covered by such an
ongoing exigency, the employee will not
be subject to time limits on usage of any
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under 5 U.S.C. 6304(d), including a time
limit established under paragraph (d) of
this section that is determined based on
the termination of the national
emergency exigency. When the ongoing
exigency ends, all restored annual leave
under 5 U.S.C. 6304(d) to the
employee’s credit must be consolidated
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rules in paragraph (d) of this section,
using the termination date of the
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termination date of the national
emergency exigency.
(3) For the entire period during which
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be subject to the advance scheduling
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exigency terminates during that leave
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warranted. The agency head (or
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exempted from the scheduling
requirement in writing.
(4) Employee coverage under such an
ongoing exigency may not be continued
for more than 12 months unless the
agency head (or designee) requests, and
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the Director of OPM approves, one or
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also qualifies as an extended exigency
under § 630.309, the time limit for use
of the restored leave under paragraph (a)
of that section must be applied to the
consolidated restored leave.
(i) Notwithstanding paragraph
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through March 13, 2023, under that
paragraph for an exigency established
under this section based on the COVID–
19 national emergency declared on
March 13, 2020, must be deemed to
continue through the date that the
President ends that national emergency.
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BILLING CODE 6325–39–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2022–1645; Project
Identifier MCAI–2022–00734–T; Amendment
39–22371; AD 2023–05–02]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The FAA is superseding
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2020–21–
10, which applied to certain Airbus SAS
Model A318, A320, and A321 series
airplanes; and Model A319–111, –112,
–113, –114, –115, –131, –132, –133,
–151N, and –153N airplanes; and AD
2022–07–08, which applied to all
Airbus SAS Model A318, A319, A320
and A321 series airplanes. AD 2020–21–
10 and AD 2022–07–08 required
revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations. This AD was
prompted by a determination that new
or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations are necessary. This AD
continues to require the actions in AD
2020–21–10 and AD 2022–07–08 and
requires revising the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate additional
new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations, as specified in a European
SUMMARY:
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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 April 18,
2023.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of April 18, 2023.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain other publication listed in
this AD as of May 19, 2022 (87 FR
22117, April 14, 2022).
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain other publication listed in
this AD as of November 19, 2020 (85 FR
65190, October 15, 2020).
ADDRESSES:
AD Docket: You may examine the AD
docket at regulations.gov under Docket
No. FAA–2022–1645; 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
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 incorporated by
reference in this AD, contact EASA,
Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668
Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221
8999 000; email ADs@easa.europa.eu;
website easa.europa.eu. You may find
this material on the EASA website at
ad.easa.europa.eu.
• You may view this service
information at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety
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 at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA–2022–1645.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan
Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, Large
Aircraft Section, FAA, International
Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th
St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone
206–231–3225; email dan.rodina@
faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
The FAA issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2020–21–10,
Amendment 39–21283 (85 FR 65190,
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October 15, 2020) (AD 2020–21–10) and
AD 2022–07–08, Amendment 39–21996
(87 FR 22117, April 14, 2022) (AD
2022–07–08).
AD 2020–21–10 applied to certain
Airbus SAS Model A318, A320, and
A321 series airplanes, and Model A319–
111, –112, –113, –114, –115, –131, –132,
–133, –151N, and –153N airplanes. AD
2020–21–10 required revising the
existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, to incorporate
new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations. The FAA issued AD 2020–
21–10 to address the risks associated
with the effects of aging on airplane
systems. Such effects could change
system characteristics, leading to an
increased potential for failure of certain
life-limited parts, and reduced
structural integrity or controllability of
the airplane.
AD 2022–07–08 applied to all Airbus
SAS Model A318, A319, A320, and
A321 series airplanes. AD 2022–07–08
required inspections of certain
trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuators
(THSAs) and replacement if necessary,
and revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations. The FAA
issued AD 2022–07–08 to address
premature wear of the carbon friction
disks on the no-back brake of the THSA,
which could lead to reduced braking
efficiency in certain load conditions,
and, in conjunction with the inability of
the power gear train to keep the ball
screw in its last commanded position,
could result in uncommanded
movements of the trimmable horizontal
stabilizer and loss of control of the
airplane. AD 2022–07–08 also specified
that accomplishing the revision required
by that AD terminates certain
requirements of AD 2020–21–10. This
AD continues to allow that termination.
The NPRM published in the Federal
Register on December 19, 2022 (87 FR
77535). The NPRM was prompted by
AD 2022–0102, dated June 8, 2022,
issued by EASA, which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the
European Union (EASA AD 2022–0102)
(referred to after this as the MCAI). The
MCAI states that new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations have been
developed to address the unsafe
condition on these products, which, if
not addressed, could result in an
increased potential for failure of certain
life-limited parts, and reduced
structural integrity of the airplane.
EASA AD 2022–0102 superseded EASA
AD 2020–0034, dated February 25,
2020, and EASA AD 2020–0270, dated
December 7, 2020 (which correspond to
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FAA AD 2020–21–10 and AD 2022–07–
08, respectively).
EASA AD 2022–0102 specifies that
the revised airworthiness limitations
section document contains new tasks
274000–00002–1–E and 274000–00003–
1–E, which cover the inspections,
corrective actions, and reporting
previously required by EASA AD 2017–
0237, dated December 4, 2017 (which
corresponds to FAA AD 2018–23–02,
Amendment 39–19488 (83 FR 59278,
November 23, 2018) (AD 2018–23–02)).
Accomplishing the revision of the
existing maintenance or inspection
program required by paragraph (n) of
this AD terminates the requirements of
paragraphs (g) through (k) of AD 2018–
23–02 for Airbus SAS Model A318
series airplanes; Model A319–111, –112,
–113, –114, –115, –131, –132, and –133
airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, –214,
–216, –231, –232, and –233 airplanes;
and Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211,
–212, –213, –231, and –232 airplanes
only.
In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to
continue to require the actions in AD
2020–21–10 and AD 2022–07–08. The
NPRM also proposed to require revising
the existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, to incorporate
additional new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations, as specified
in EASA AD 2022–0102. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the risks
associated with the effects of aging on
airplane systems. Such effects could
change system characteristics. The
unsafe condition, if not addressed,
could result in an increased potential
for failure of certain life-limited parts,
and reduced structural integrity of the
airplane.
You may examine the MCAI in the
AD docket at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA–2022–1645.
Discussion of Final Airworthiness
Directive
Comments
The FAA received a comment from
the Air Line Pilots Association,
International (ALPA), who supported
the NPRM without change.
Previous Alternative Methods of
Compliance (AMOCs)
Paragraphs (r)(1)(ii) and (iii) of the
proposed AD allowed previous AMOCs
as AMOCs for the corresponding
provisions of paragraph (n) of the
proposed AD (which contain new
requirements). However, the AMOC
paragraphs did not indicate that the
previous AMOCs were allowed to
continue to be AMOCs for the retained
requirements in paragraphs (g), (h), (j),
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and (k) of the proposed AD. The FAA
has added paragraphs (r)(1)(ii) and (iii)
to this AD to allow previous AMOCs as
AMOCs to the restated requirements of
this AD and reidentified subsequent
paragraphs accordingly.
Conclusion
This product has been approved by
the aviation authority of another
country and is 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 this AD
as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is
issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on this product. Except for
minor editorial changes, and any other
changes described previously, this AD is
adopted as proposed in the NPRM.
None of the changes will increase the
economic burden on any operator.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed EASA AD 2022–
0102, dated June 8, 2022, which
specifies new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations for airplane
structures and safe life limits.
This AD requires EASA AD 2020–
0270, dated December 7, 2020, which
the Director of the Federal Register
approved for incorporation by reference
as of May 19, 2022 (87 FR 22117, April
14, 2022).
This AD requires EASA AD 2020–
0034, dated February 25, 2020, which
the Director of the Federal Register
approved for incorporation by reference
as of November 19, 2020 (85 FR 65190,
October 15, 2020).
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.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD
affects 1,864 airplanes of U.S. registry.
The FAA estimates the following costs
to comply with this AD:
The FAA estimates the total cost per
operator for the retained actions from
AD 2020–21–10 to be $7,650 (90 workhours × $85 per work-hour).
The FAA estimates the total cost per
operator for the retained actions from
AD 2022–07–08 to be $7,650 (90 workhours × $85 per work-hour).
The FAA has determined that revising
the existing maintenance or inspection
program takes an average of 90 work-
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hours per operator, although the agency
recognizes that this number may vary
from operator to operator. Since
operators incorporate maintenance or
inspection program changes for their
affected fleet(s), the FAA has
determined that a per-operator estimate
is more accurate than a per-airplane
estimate.
The FAA estimates the total cost per
operator for the new actions to be
$7,650 (90 work-hours × $85 per workhour).
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 products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
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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,
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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
2020–21–10, Amendment 39–21283 (85
FR 65190, October 15, 2020); and AD
2022–07–08, Amendment 39–21996 (87
FR 22117, April 14, 2022); and
■ b. Adding the following new
airworthiness directive:
■
■
2023–05–02 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39–
22371; Docket No. FAA–2022–1645;
Project Identifier MCAI–2022–00734–T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is
effective April 18, 2023.
(b) Affected ADs
(1) This AD replaces AD 2020–21–10,
Amendment 39–21283 (85 FR 65190, October
15, 2020) (AD 2020–21–10).
(2) This AD replaces AD 2022–07–08,
Amendment 39–21996 (87 FR 22117, April
14, 2022) (AD 2022–07–08).
(3) This AD affects AD 2018–23–02,
Amendment 39–19488 (83 FR 59278,
November 23, 2018) (AD 2018–23–02).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus SAS airplanes
identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (4) of
this AD, certificated in any category, with an
original airworthiness certificate or original
export certificate of airworthiness issued on
or before February 18, 2022.
(1) Model A318–111, –112, –121, and –122
airplanes.
(2) Model A319–111, –112, –113, –114,
–115, –131, –132, –133, –151N, –153N, and
–171N airplanes.
(3) Model A320–211, –212, –214, –216,
–231, –232, –233, –251N, –252N, –253N,
–271N, –272N, and –273N airplanes.
(4) Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211,
–212, –213, –231, –232, –251N, –251NX,
–252N, –252NX, –253N, –253NX, –271N,
–271NX, –272N, and –272NX airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 05, Time Limits/Maintenance
Checks.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a determination
that additional new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations are necessary. The
FAA is issuing this AD to address the risks
associated with the effects of aging on
airplane systems. Such effects could change
system characteristics. The unsafe condition,
if not addressed, could result in an increased
potential for failure of certain life-limited
parts, and reduced structural integrity of the
airplane.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Retained Revision of the Existing
Maintenance or Inspection Program From
AD 2020–21–10, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the requirements of
paragraph (i) of AD 2020–21–10, with no
changes. For airplanes with an original
airworthiness certificate or original export
certificate of airworthiness issued on or
before November 7, 2019, except for Model
A319–171N airplanes: Except as specified in
paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all
required actions and compliance times
specified in, and in accordance with,
European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) AD 2020–0034, dated February 25,
2020 (EASA AD 2020–0034). Accomplishing
the revision of the existing maintenance or
inspection program required by paragraph (n)
of this AD terminates the requirements of this
paragraph.
(h) Retained Exceptions to EASA AD 2020–
0034, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the exceptions
specified in paragraph (j) of AD 2020–21–10,
with no changes.
(1) The requirements specified in
paragraphs (1) and (2) of EASA AD 2020–
0034 do not apply to this AD.
(2) Paragraph (3) of EASA 2020–0034
specifies revising ‘‘the AMP’’ within 12
months after its effective date, but this AD
requires revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the ‘‘tasks and associated
thresholds and intervals’’ specified in
paragraph (3) of EASA 2020 0034 within 90
days after November 19, 2020 (the effective
date AD 2020–21–10).
(3) The initial compliance time for doing
the tasks specified in paragraph (3) of EASA
AD 2020–0034 is at the applicable
‘‘associated thresholds’’ specified in
paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2020–0034, or
within 90 days after November 19, 2020 (the
effective date AD 2020–21–10), whichever
occurs later.
(4) The provisions specified in paragraphs
(4) and (5) of EASA AD 2020–0034 do not
apply to this AD.
(5) The ‘‘Remarks’’ section of EASA AD
2020–0034 does not apply to this AD.
(i) Retained Provisions for Alternative
Actions and Intervals From AD 2020–21–10,
With a New Exception
This paragraph restates the requirements of
paragraph (k) of AD 2020–21–10, with a new
exception. Except as required by paragraph
(n) of this AD, after the maintenance or
inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no
alternative actions (e.g., inspections) and
intervals are allowed unless they are
approved as specified in the provisions of the
‘‘Ref. Publications’’ section of EASA AD
2020–0034.
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(j) Retained Revision of the Existing
Maintenance or Inspection Program From
AD 2022–07–08, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the requirements of
paragraph (l) of AD 2022–07–08, with no
changes. Accomplishing the revision of the
existing maintenance or inspection program
required by paragraph (n) of this AD
terminates the requirements of this
paragraph.
(1) For airplanes with an original
airworthiness certificate or original export
certificate of airworthiness issued on or
before October 5, 2020, except as specified in
paragraph (k) of this AD: Comply with all
required actions and compliance times
specified in, and in accordance with, EASA
AD 2020–0270, dated December 7, 2020
(EASA AD 2020–0270).
(2) For airplanes with an original
airworthiness certificate or original export
certificate of airworthiness issued after
October 5, 2020, revise the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the provision
specified in paragraph (k)(7) of this AD.
(k) Retained Exceptions to EASA AD 2020–
0270, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the exceptions
specified in paragraph (m) of AD 2022–07–
08, with no changes.
(1) Where EASA AD 2020–0270 refers to its
effective date, this AD requires using May 19,
2022 (the effective date AD 2022–07–08).
(2) The requirements specified in
paragraphs (1) and (2) of EASA AD 2020–
0270 do not apply to this AD.
(3) Paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2020–0270
specifies revising ‘‘the approved AMP’’
within 12 months after its effective date, but
this AD requires revising the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, within 90 days after May 19, 2022
(the effective date AD 2022–07–08).
(4) The initial compliance time for doing
the tasks specified in paragraph (3) of EASA
AD 2020–0270 is at the applicable
‘‘limitations’’ as incorporated by the
requirements of paragraph (3) of EASA AD
2020–0270, or within 90 days after May 19,
2022 (the effective date AD 2022–07–08),
whichever occurs later.
(5) The provisions specified in paragraph
(4) of EASA AD 2020–0270 do not apply to
this AD.
(6) The ‘‘Remarks’’ section of EASA AD
2020–0270 does not apply to this AD.
(7) For all airplanes identified in paragraph
(c) of this AD: Where the Note for Item
274000–00004–1–E of Section 4–1 in the
service information referenced in EASA AD
2020–0270 specifies ‘‘NBB carbon disc
replacement’’ instructions, for this AD,
replace the text ‘‘NBB carbon disc
replacement can be accomplished in
accordance with SB A320–27–1242 or VSB
47145–27–17,’’ with ‘‘NBB carbon disk
replacement must be accomplished in
accordance with SB A320–27–1242.’’
(l) Retained Provisions for Alternative
Actions and Intervals AD 2022–07–08, With
a New Exception
This paragraph restates the requirements of
paragraph (n) of AD 2022–07–08, with a new
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exception. Except as required by paragraph
(n) of this AD, after the maintenance or
inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (j) of this AD, no
alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or
intervals are allowed unless they are
approved as specified in the provisions of the
‘‘Ref. Publications’’ section of EASA AD
2020–0270.
(m) Retained Terminating Action for Certain
Requirements of Paragraph (g) of This AD
This paragraph restates the terminating
action specified in paragraph (o) of AD 2022–
07–08. Accomplishing the actions required
by paragraph (j) of this AD terminates the
airworthiness limitations section (ALS)
limitation task 274000–00004–1–E for the
trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator
(THSA), as required by paragraph (g) of this
AD.
(n) New Revision of the Existing
Maintenance or Inspection Program
Except as specified in paragraph (o) of this
AD, comply with all required actions and
compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, EASA AD 2022–0102,
dated June 8, 2022 (EASA AD 2022–0102).
Accomplishing the revision of the existing
maintenance or inspection program required
by this paragraph terminates the
requirements of paragraphs (g) and (j) of this
AD.
(o) Exceptions to EASA AD 2022–0102
(1) This AD does not adopt the
requirements specified in paragraphs (1) and
(2) of EASA AD 2022–0102.
(2) Paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022–0102
specifies revising ‘‘the approved AMP’’
within 12 months after its effective date, but
this AD requires revising the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, within 90 days after the effective
date of this AD.
(3) The initial compliance time for doing
the tasks specified in paragraph (3) of EASA
AD 2022–0102 is at the applicable
‘‘limitations’’ and ‘‘associated thresholds’’ as
incorporated by the requirements of
paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022–0102, or
within 90 days after the effective date of this
AD, whichever occurs later.
(4) This AD does not adopt the provisions
specified in paragraphs (4) and (5) of EASA
AD 2022–0102.
(5) This AD does not adopt the ‘‘Remarks’’
section of EASA AD 2022–0102.
(p) New Provisions for Alternative Actions
and Intervals
After the existing maintenance or
inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (n) of this AD, no
alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or
intervals are allowed unless they are
approved as specified in the provisions of the
‘‘Ref. Publications’’ section of EASA AD
2022–0102.
(q) New Terminating Action for Certain
Requirements of AD 2018–23–02
Accomplishing the revision of the existing
maintenance or inspection program required
by paragraph (n) of this AD terminates the
requirements of paragraphs (g) through (k) of
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series airplanes; Model A319–111, –112,
–113, –114, –115, –131, –132, and –133
airplanes; Model A320–211, –212, –214,
–216, –231, –232, and –233 airplanes; and
Model A321–111, –112, –131, –211, –212,
–213, –231, and –232 airplanes only.
(r) Additional AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Validation 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
responsible Flight Standards Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the International Validation Branch, send
it to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (s) of this AD.
(i) Before using any approved AMOC,
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the responsible Flight Standards Office.
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2020–21–10 are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g)
and (h) of this AD.
(iii) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2022–07–08 are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of paragraphs (j)
and (k) of this AD.
(iv) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2020–21–10 are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of EASA AD 2022–
0102 that are required by paragraph (n) of
this AD.
(v) AMOCs approved previously for AD
2022–07–08 are approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding provisions of EASA AD 2022–
0102 that are required by paragraph (n) of
this AD.
(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 Validation
Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS’s
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA).
If approved by the DOA, the approval must
include the DOA-authorized signature.
(s) Additional Information
For more information about this AD,
contact Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer,
Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International
Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des
Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206–231–
3225; email dan.rodina@faa.gov.
(t) 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 April 18, 2023.
(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) AD 2022–0102, dated June 8, 2022.
(ii) [Reserved]
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(4) The following service information was
approved for IBR on May 19, 2022 (87 FR
22117, April 14, 2022).
(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) AD 2020–0270, dated December 7,
2020.
(ii) [Reserved]
(5) The following service information was
approved for IBR on November 19, 2020 (85
FR 65190, October 15, 2020).
(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) AD 2020–0034, dated February 25,
2020.
(ii) [Reserved]
(6) For EASA ADs 2022–0102, 2020–0270,
and 2020–0034, contact EASA, KonradAdenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany;
telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ADs@
easa.europa.eu; website easa.europa.eu. You
may find these EASA ADs on the EASA
website at ad.easa.europa.eu.
(7) You may view this service information
at FAA, Airworthiness Products Section,
Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th
St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call
206–231–3195.
(8) 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.
Issued on March 2, 2023.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
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Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2022–1303; Project
Identifier MCAI–2022–01001–G; Amendment
39–22372; AD 2023–05–03]
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Airworthiness Directives; Alexander
Schleicher GmbH & Co.
Segelflugzeugbau Gliders
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The FAA is superseding
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022–14–
14, which applied to all Alexander
Schleicher GmbH & Co.
Segelflugzeugbau Model ASW–15
gliders. AD 2022–14–14 required
repetitively inspecting the wing root
ribs for cracks, looseness, and damage
and replacing any root rib with a crack,
a loose rib or lift pin bushing, or any
damage. Since the FAA issued AD
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2022–14–14, the European Union
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
superseded its mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) to
add all Model ASW–15B gliders to the
applicability. This AD is prompted by
MCAI originated by an aviation
authority of another country to identify
and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. This AD retains the
requirements from AD 2022–14–14 of
repetitively inspecting the wing root
ribs for cracks, looseness, and damage
and replacing any root rib with a crack,
a loose rib or lift pin bushing or any
damage; and revises the applicability by
adding Model ASW–15B gliders and
specifying that this AD applies to all
Model ASW–15 and ASW–15B gliders
equipped with wooden wing root ribs.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address
the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective April 18,
2023.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of April 18, 2023.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain other publications listed in
this AD as of August 25, 2022 (87 FR
43403, July 21, 2022).
ADDRESSES:
AD Docket: You may examine the AD
docket at regulations.gov under Docket
No. FAA–2022–1303; 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, any comments
received, the MCAI, 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.
Material Incorporated by Reference:
• For service information identified
in this final rule, contact Alexander
Schleicher GmbH & Co.
Segelflugzeugbau, AlexanderSchleicher-Str. 1, Poppenhausen,
Germany D–36163; phone: +49 (0)
06658 89–0; email: info@alexanderschleicher.de; website: alexanderschleicher.de.
• You may view this service
information at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety
Branch, 901 Locust, Kansas City, MO
64106. 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–2022–1303.
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Jim
Rutherford, Aviation Safety Engineer,
General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section,
International Validation Branch, FAA,
901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, MO
64106; phone: (816) 329–4165; email:
jim.rutherford@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Background
The FAA issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2022–14–14,
Amendment 39–22119 (87 FR 43403,
July 21, 2022) (AD 2022–14–14). AD
2022–14–14 applied to all serialnumbered Alexander Schleicher GmbH
& Co. Segelflugzeugbau Model ASW–15
gliders. AD 2022–14–14 required
repetitively inspecting the wing root
ribs for cracks, looseness, and damage
and replacing any root rib with a crack,
a loose rib or lift pin bushing, or any
damage. The FAA issued AD 2022–14–
14 to detect and correct damaged root
ribs.
The NPRM published in the Federal
Register on October 26, 2022 (87 FR
64734; corrected November 10, 2022 (87
FR 67837)). The NPRM was prompted
by EASA AD 2022–0146, dated July 11,
2022 (EASA AD 2022–0146) (referred to
after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), issued by
EASA, which is the Technical Agent for
the Member States of the European
Union. The MCAI states that wing root
rib damage can also affect Model ASW–
15B gliders, and the Model ASW–15B as
well as the ASW–15 gliders require
repetitively inspecting the wing root
ribs and replacing any damaged wing
root ribs. You may examine the MCAI
in the AD docket at regulations.gov
under Docket No. FAA–2022–1303.
In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to
retain the requirements from AD 2022–
14–14 of repetitively inspecting the
wing root ribs for cracks, looseness, and
damage and replacing any root rib with
a crack, a loose rib or lift pin bushing,
or any damage; and add the Model
ASW–15B gliders to the applicability.
Discussion of Final Airworthiness
Directive
Comments
The FAA received comments from
three individual commenters. The
following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
response to each comment.
Request Regarding Applicability
Three individual commenters
requested that the FAA change the
applicability of the proposed AD to
specify that only Model ASW–15 and
ASW–15B gliders equipped with
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2022-1645; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-00734-T;
Amendment 39-22371; AD 2023-05-02]
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2020-21-
10, which applied to certain Airbus SAS Model A318, A320, and A321
series airplanes; and Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -
132, -133, -151N, and -153N airplanes; and AD 2022-07-08, which applied
to all Airbus SAS Model A318, A319, A320 and A321 series airplanes. AD
2020-21-10 and AD 2022-07-08 required revising the existing maintenance
or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations. This AD was prompted by a
determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations
are necessary. This AD continues to require the actions in AD 2020-21-
10 and AD 2022-07-08 and requires revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate additional new or
more restrictive airworthiness limitations, 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 April 18, 2023.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of April 18,
2023.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of May
19, 2022 (87 FR 22117, April 14, 2022).
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of
November 19, 2020 (85 FR 65190, October 15, 2020).
ADDRESSES:
AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA-2022-1645; 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 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 incorporated by reference in this AD,
contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone
+49 221 8999 000; email [email protected]; website easa.europa.eu. You
may find this material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu.
You may view this service information at the FAA,
Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety 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 at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2022-1645.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, Large
Aircraft Section, FAA, International Validation Branch, 2200 South
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206-231-3225; email
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2020-21-10, Amendment 39-21283 (85 FR
65190,
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October 15, 2020) (AD 2020-21-10) and AD 2022-07-08, Amendment 39-21996
(87 FR 22117, April 14, 2022) (AD 2022-07-08).
AD 2020-21-10 applied to certain Airbus SAS Model A318, A320, and
A321 series airplanes, and Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -
131, -132, -133, -151N, and -153N airplanes. AD 2020-21-10 required
revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable,
to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations. The
FAA issued AD 2020-21-10 to address the risks associated with the
effects of aging on airplane systems. Such effects could change system
characteristics, leading to an increased potential for failure of
certain life-limited parts, and reduced structural integrity or
controllability of the airplane.
AD 2022-07-08 applied to all Airbus SAS Model A318, A319, A320, and
A321 series airplanes. AD 2022-07-08 required inspections of certain
trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuators (THSAs) and replacement if
necessary, and revising the existing maintenance or inspection program,
as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations. The FAA issued AD 2022-07-08 to address premature wear of
the carbon friction disks on the no-back brake of the THSA, which could
lead to reduced braking efficiency in certain load conditions, and, in
conjunction with the inability of the power gear train to keep the ball
screw in its last commanded position, could result in uncommanded
movements of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer and loss of control of
the airplane. AD 2022-07-08 also specified that accomplishing the
revision required by that AD terminates certain requirements of AD
2020-21-10. This AD continues to allow that termination.
The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 19, 2022 (87
FR 77535). The NPRM was prompted by AD 2022-0102, dated June 8, 2022,
issued by EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of
the European Union (EASA AD 2022-0102) (referred to after this as the
MCAI). The MCAI states that new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations have been developed to address the unsafe condition on
these products, which, if not addressed, could result in an increased
potential for failure of certain life-limited parts, and reduced
structural integrity of the airplane. EASA AD 2022-0102 superseded EASA
AD 2020-0034, dated February 25, 2020, and EASA AD 2020-0270, dated
December 7, 2020 (which correspond to FAA AD 2020-21-10 and AD 2022-07-
08, respectively).
EASA AD 2022-0102 specifies that the revised airworthiness
limitations section document contains new tasks 274000-00002-1-E and
274000-00003-1-E, which cover the inspections, corrective actions, and
reporting previously required by EASA AD 2017-0237, dated December 4,
2017 (which corresponds to FAA AD 2018-23-02, Amendment 39-19488 (83 FR
59278, November 23, 2018) (AD 2018-23-02)). Accomplishing the revision
of the existing maintenance or inspection program required by paragraph
(n) of this AD terminates the requirements of paragraphs (g) through
(k) of AD 2018-23-02 for Airbus SAS Model A318 series airplanes; Model
A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model
A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model
A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes only.
In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to continue to require the actions in
AD 2020-21-10 and AD 2022-07-08. The NPRM also proposed to require
revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable,
to incorporate additional new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations, as specified in EASA AD 2022-0102. The FAA is issuing this
AD to address the risks associated with the effects of aging on
airplane systems. Such effects could change system characteristics. The
unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in an increased
potential for failure of certain life-limited parts, and reduced
structural integrity of the airplane.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA-2022-1645.
Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive
Comments
The FAA received a comment from the Air Line Pilots Association,
International (ALPA), who supported the NPRM without change.
Previous Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
Paragraphs (r)(1)(ii) and (iii) of the proposed AD allowed previous
AMOCs as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraph (n) of the
proposed AD (which contain new requirements). However, the AMOC
paragraphs did not indicate that the previous AMOCs were allowed to
continue to be AMOCs for the retained requirements in paragraphs (g),
(h), (j), and (k) of the proposed AD. The FAA has added paragraphs
(r)(1)(ii) and (iii) to this AD to allow previous AMOCs as AMOCs to the
restated requirements of this AD and reidentified subsequent paragraphs
accordingly.
Conclusion
This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country and is 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 this
AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the
unsafe condition on this product. Except for minor editorial changes,
and any other changes described previously, this AD is adopted as
proposed in the NPRM. None of the changes will increase the economic
burden on any operator.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed EASA AD 2022-0102, dated June 8, 2022, which
specifies new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations for
airplane structures and safe life limits.
This AD requires EASA AD 2020-0270, dated December 7, 2020, which
the Director of the Federal Register approved for incorporation by
reference as of May 19, 2022 (87 FR 22117, April 14, 2022).
This AD requires EASA AD 2020-0034, dated February 25, 2020, which
the Director of the Federal Register approved for incorporation by
reference as of November 19, 2020 (85 FR 65190, October 15, 2020).
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.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD affects 1,864 airplanes of U.S.
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:
The FAA estimates the total cost per operator for the retained
actions from AD 2020-21-10 to be $7,650 (90 work-hours x $85 per work-
hour).
The FAA estimates the total cost per operator for the retained
actions from AD 2022-07-08 to be $7,650 (90 work-hours x $85 per work-
hour).
The FAA has determined that revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program takes an average of 90 work-
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hours per operator, although the agency recognizes that this number may
vary from operator to operator. Since operators incorporate maintenance
or inspection program changes for their affected fleet(s), the FAA has
determined that a per-operator estimate is more accurate than a per-
airplane estimate.
The FAA estimates the total cost per operator for the new actions
to be $7,650 (90 work-hours x $85 per work-hour).
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 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]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by:
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a. Removing Airworthiness Directive 2020-21-10, Amendment 39-21283 (85
FR 65190, October 15, 2020); and AD 2022-07-08, Amendment 39-21996 (87
FR 22117, April 14, 2022); and
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b. Adding the following new airworthiness directive:
2023-05-02 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-22371; Docket No. FAA-2022-1645;
Project Identifier MCAI-2022-00734-T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective April 18, 2023.
(b) Affected ADs
(1) This AD replaces AD 2020-21-10, Amendment 39-21283 (85 FR
65190, October 15, 2020) (AD 2020-21-10).
(2) This AD replaces AD 2022-07-08, Amendment 39-21996 (87 FR
22117, April 14, 2022) (AD 2022-07-08).
(3) This AD affects AD 2018-23-02, Amendment 39-19488 (83 FR
59278, November 23, 2018) (AD 2018-23-02).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus SAS airplanes identified in paragraphs
(c)(1) through (4) of this AD, certificated in any category, with an
original airworthiness certificate or original export certificate of
airworthiness issued on or before February 18, 2022.
(1) Model A318-111, -112, -121, and -122 airplanes.
(2) Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, -133, -
151N, -153N, and -171N airplanes.
(3) Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, -233, -251N, -
252N, -253N, -271N, -272N, and -273N airplanes.
(4) Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, -232, -
251N, -251NX, -252N, -252NX, -253N, -253NX, -271N, -271NX, -272N,
and -272NX airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 05, Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a determination that additional new or
more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the risks associated with the effects of
aging on airplane systems. Such effects could change system
characteristics. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could
result in an increased potential for failure of certain life-limited
parts, and reduced structural integrity of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Retained Revision of the Existing Maintenance or Inspection Program
From AD 2020-21-10, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD
2020-21-10, with no changes. For airplanes with an original
airworthiness certificate or original export certificate of
airworthiness issued on or before November 7, 2019, except for Model
A319-171N airplanes: Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this
AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified
in, and in accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA) AD 2020-0034, dated February 25, 2020 (EASA AD 2020-0034).
Accomplishing the revision of the existing maintenance or inspection
program required by paragraph (n) of this AD terminates the
requirements of this paragraph.
(h) Retained Exceptions to EASA AD 2020-0034, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the exceptions specified in paragraph
(j) of AD 2020-21-10, with no changes.
(1) The requirements specified in paragraphs (1) and (2) of EASA
AD 2020-0034 do not apply to this AD.
(2) Paragraph (3) of EASA 2020-0034 specifies revising ``the
AMP'' within 12 months after its effective date, but this AD
requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the ``tasks and associated thresholds and
intervals'' specified in paragraph (3) of EASA 2020 0034 within 90
days after November 19, 2020 (the effective date AD 2020-21-10).
(3) The initial compliance time for doing the tasks specified in
paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2020-0034 is at the applicable ``associated
thresholds'' specified in paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2020-0034, or
within 90 days after November 19, 2020 (the effective date AD 2020-
21-10), whichever occurs later.
(4) The provisions specified in paragraphs (4) and (5) of EASA
AD 2020-0034 do not apply to this AD.
(5) The ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 2020-0034 does not apply
to this AD.
(i) Retained Provisions for Alternative Actions and Intervals From AD
2020-21-10, With a New Exception
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (k) of AD
2020-21-10, with a new exception. Except as required by paragraph
(n) of this AD, after the maintenance or inspection program has been
revised as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative
actions (e.g., inspections) and intervals are allowed unless they
are approved as specified in the provisions of the ``Ref.
Publications'' section of EASA AD 2020-0034.
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(j) Retained Revision of the Existing Maintenance or Inspection Program
From AD 2022-07-08, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (l) of AD
2022-07-08, with no changes. Accomplishing the revision of the
existing maintenance or inspection program required by paragraph (n)
of this AD terminates the requirements of this paragraph.
(1) For airplanes with an original airworthiness certificate or
original export certificate of airworthiness issued on or before
October 5, 2020, except as specified in paragraph (k) of this AD:
Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in,
and in accordance with, EASA AD 2020-0270, dated December 7, 2020
(EASA AD 2020-0270).
(2) For airplanes with an original airworthiness certificate or
original export certificate of airworthiness issued after October 5,
2020, revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the provision specified in paragraph
(k)(7) of this AD.
(k) Retained Exceptions to EASA AD 2020-0270, With No Changes
This paragraph restates the exceptions specified in paragraph
(m) of AD 2022-07-08, with no changes.
(1) Where EASA AD 2020-0270 refers to its effective date, this
AD requires using May 19, 2022 (the effective date AD 2022-07-08).
(2) The requirements specified in paragraphs (1) and (2) of EASA
AD 2020-0270 do not apply to this AD.
(3) Paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2020-0270 specifies revising ``the
approved AMP'' within 12 months after its effective date, but this
AD requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program,
as applicable, within 90 days after May 19, 2022 (the effective date
AD 2022-07-08).
(4) The initial compliance time for doing the tasks specified in
paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2020-0270 is at the applicable
``limitations'' as incorporated by the requirements of paragraph (3)
of EASA AD 2020-0270, or within 90 days after May 19, 2022 (the
effective date AD 2022-07-08), whichever occurs later.
(5) The provisions specified in paragraph (4) of EASA AD 2020-
0270 do not apply to this AD.
(6) The ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 2020-0270 does not apply
to this AD.
(7) For all airplanes identified in paragraph (c) of this AD:
Where the Note for Item 274000-00004-1-E of Section 4-1 in the
service information referenced in EASA AD 2020-0270 specifies ``NBB
carbon disc replacement'' instructions, for this AD, replace the
text ``NBB carbon disc replacement can be accomplished in accordance
with SB A320-27-1242 or VSB 47145-27-17,'' with ``NBB carbon disk
replacement must be accomplished in accordance with SB A320-27-
1242.''
(l) Retained Provisions for Alternative Actions and Intervals AD 2022-
07-08, With a New Exception
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (n) of AD
2022-07-08, with a new exception. Except as required by paragraph
(n) of this AD, after the maintenance or inspection program has been
revised as required by paragraph (j) of this AD, no alternative
actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals are allowed unless they are
approved as specified in the provisions of the ``Ref. Publications''
section of EASA AD 2020-0270.
(m) Retained Terminating Action for Certain Requirements of Paragraph
(g) of This AD
This paragraph restates the terminating action specified in
paragraph (o) of AD 2022-07-08. Accomplishing the actions required
by paragraph (j) of this AD terminates the airworthiness limitations
section (ALS) limitation task 274000-00004-1-E for the trimmable
horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA), as required by paragraph (g)
of this AD.
(n) New Revision of the Existing Maintenance or Inspection Program
Except as specified in paragraph (o) of this AD, comply with all
required actions and compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, EASA AD 2022-0102, dated June 8, 2022 (EASA AD
2022-0102). Accomplishing the revision of the existing maintenance
or inspection program required by this paragraph terminates the
requirements of paragraphs (g) and (j) of this AD.
(o) Exceptions to EASA AD 2022-0102
(1) This AD does not adopt the requirements specified in
paragraphs (1) and (2) of EASA AD 2022-0102.
(2) Paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022-0102 specifies revising ``the
approved AMP'' within 12 months after its effective date, but this
AD requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program,
as applicable, within 90 days after the effective date of this AD.
(3) The initial compliance time for doing the tasks specified in
paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022-0102 is at the applicable
``limitations'' and ``associated thresholds'' as incorporated by the
requirements of paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022-0102, or within 90
days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
(4) This AD does not adopt the provisions specified in
paragraphs (4) and (5) of EASA AD 2022-0102.
(5) This AD does not adopt the ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD
2022-0102.
(p) New Provisions for Alternative Actions and Intervals
After the existing maintenance or inspection program has been
revised as required by paragraph (n) of this AD, no alternative
actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals are allowed unless they are
approved as specified in the provisions of the ``Ref. Publications''
section of EASA AD 2022-0102.
(q) New Terminating Action for Certain Requirements of AD 2018-23-02
Accomplishing the revision of the existing maintenance or
inspection program required by paragraph (n) of this AD terminates
the requirements of paragraphs (g) through (k) of AD 2018-23-02 for
Airbus SAS Model A318 series airplanes; Model A319-111, -112, -113,
-114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -
214, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112,
-131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes only.
(r) Additional AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Validation 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 responsible Flight Standards Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly to the International
Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified
in paragraph (s) of this AD.
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the responsible Flight Standards Office.
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2020-21-10 are approved as
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraphs (g) and (h) of
this AD.
(iii) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2022-07-08 are approved
as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of paragraphs (j) and (k)
of this AD.
(iv) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2020-21-10 are approved as
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of EASA AD 2022-0102 that are
required by paragraph (n) of this AD.
(v) AMOCs approved previously for AD 2022-07-08 are approved as
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of EASA AD 2022-0102 that are
required by paragraph (n) of this AD.
(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
Validation Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS's EASA Design
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval
must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(s) Additional Information
For more information about this AD, contact Dan Rodina,
Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International
Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
telephone 206-231-3225; email [email protected].
(t) 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
April 18, 2023.
(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2022-0102,
dated June 8, 2022.
(ii) [Reserved]
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(4) The following service information was approved for IBR on
May 19, 2022 (87 FR 22117, April 14, 2022).
(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2020-0270,
dated December 7, 2020.
(ii) [Reserved]
(5) The following service information was approved for IBR on
November 19, 2020 (85 FR 65190, October 15, 2020).
(i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2020-0034,
dated February 25, 2020.
(ii) [Reserved]
(6) For EASA ADs 2022-0102, 2020-0270, and 2020-0034, contact
EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49
221 8999 000; email [email protected]; website easa.europa.eu. You
may find these EASA ADs on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu.
(7) You may view this service information at FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St.,
Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material
at the FAA, call 206-231-3195.
(8) 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.
Issued on March 2, 2023.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2023-05061 Filed 3-13-23; 8:45 am]
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