Petition for Waiver of Compliance, 29176 [2023-09659]

Download as PDF 29176 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 87 / Friday, May 5, 2023 / Notices Issued in Washington, DC, on May 2, 2023. Candace Keefe, Acting Manager, Technical Writing Section. Petition for Exemption Docket No.: FAA–2023–0993. Petitioner: Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG. Section(s) of 14 CFR Affected: § 33.27(c). Description of Relief Sought: Harald Lackner on behalf of Rolls-Royce Deutschland Ltd & Co KG (RRD) is seeking relief from 14 CFR 33.27(c), which requires the highest overspeed that results from a complete loss of load on a turbine rotor, except as provided by paragraph (f) of this section, must be included in the overspeed conditions considered by paragraphs (b)(3)(i), (b)(3)(ii), and (b)(4) of this section, regardless of whether that overspeed results from a failure within the engine or external to the engine. The overspeed resulting from any other single failure must be considered when selecting the most limiting overspeed conditions applicable to each rotor. Overspeeds resulting from combinations of failures must also be considered unless the applicant can show that the probability of occurrence is not greater than extremely remote (probability range of 10¥7 to 10¥9 per engine flight hour). Specifically, RRD is proposing the FAA grant relief to exclude the integral disc drive arm connecting the flange of the low pressure shaft to the stage 3 disc of the low pressure turbine rotor on the Model BR700–730B2–14 engine from failure consideration in determining the highest overspeed that would result from a complete loss of load on a turbine rotor. [FR Doc. 2023–09649 Filed 5–4–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration [Docket Number FRA–2023–0031] lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Petition for Waiver of Compliance Under part 211 of title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), this document provides the public notice that by letter dated April 5, 2023, Amtrak petitioned the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for a waiver of compliance from certain provisions of the Federal railroad safety regulations contained at 49 CFR parts 215 (Railroad Freight Car Safety Standards), 229 (Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards), 232 (Brake System Safety Standards for Freight and Other Non-Passenger Trains and Equipment; End-of-Train Devices), VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:07 May 04, 2023 Jkt 259001 and 238 (Passenger Equipment Safety Standards). The relevant Docket Number is FRA–2023–0031. Specifically, Amtrak requests to use virtual reality simulation assessments to satisfy the ‘‘hands-on’’ portion of periodic refresher training to remain qualified under §§ 215.11(b), 229.5, 232.203(b)(8), and 238.109. Amtrak has partnered with ‘‘a recognized vendor’’ to create virtual simulations for brake system testing, pre-departure inspections, and locomotive calendar day air brake test and inspection. Amtrak further states that the simulations will complement other Amtrak training and testing, ‘‘creating a blended learning curriculum that presents and reinforces through tactile, auditory, and visual methods.’’ In support of its petition, Amtrak explains that it ‘‘believe[s] the training curriculum afforded by Amtrak’s new virtual simulations exceed the training objectives specified in each of [the] regulations noted above and will serve to enhance learner proficiency at performing the specified tests and inspections.’’ It also states that ‘‘when used as an evaluation tool, the virtual simulation is a better method to evaluate our students than our current state of training, as it simulates random complex defects in a virtual environment not impacting the safety of our employees or trains.’’ A copy of the petition, as well as any written communications concerning the petition, is available for review online at www.regulations.gov. Interested parties are invited to participate in these proceedings by submitting written views, data, or comments. FRA does not anticipate scheduling a public hearing in connection with these proceedings since the facts do not appear to warrant a hearing. If any interested party desires an opportunity for oral comment and a public hearing, they should notify FRA, in writing, before the end of the comment period and specify the basis for their request. All communications concerning these proceedings should identify the appropriate docket number and may be submitted at https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Communications received by July 5, 2023 will be considered by FRA before final action is taken. Comments received after that date will be considered if practicable. Anyone can search the electronic form of any written communications and comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or signing the PO 00000 Frm 00100 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 document, if submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). Under 5 U.S.C. 553(c), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) solicits comments from the public to better inform its processes. DOT posts these comments, without edit, including any personal information the commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system of records notice (DOT/ALL–14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at https:// www.transportation.gov/privacy. See also https://www.regulations.gov/ privacy-notice for the privacy notice of regulations.gov. Issued in Washington, DC. John Karl Alexy, Associate Administrator for Railroad Safety, Chief Safety Officer. [FR Doc. 2023–09659 Filed 5–4–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–06–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Railroad Administration [Docket Number FRA–2010–0031] Long Island Rail Road’s Request To Amend Its Positive Train Control Safety Plan Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of availability and request for comments. AGENCY: This document provides the public with notice that, on April 20, 2023, Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) submitted a request for amendment (RFA) to its FRA-approved Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP) in order to support the implementation of Office Software Version STS 1.2.5 and changes to Office 3.9.3. As this RFA involves a request for FRA’s approval of proposed material modifications to an FRA-certified positive train control (PTC) system, FRA is publishing this notice and inviting public comment on LIRR’s RFA to its PTCSP. DATES: FRA will consider comments received by May 25, 2023. FRA may consider comments received after that date to the extent practicable and without delaying implementation of valuable or necessary modifications to a PTC system. ADDRESSES: Comments: Comments may be submitted by going to https:// www.regulations.gov and following the online instructions for submitting comments. Instructions: All submissions must include the agency name and the SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\05MYN1.SGM 05MYN1

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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 87 (Friday, May 5, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Page 29176]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-09659]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Railroad Administration

[Docket Number FRA-2023-0031]


Petition for Waiver of Compliance

    Under part 211 of title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), this 
document provides the public notice that by letter dated April 5, 2023, 
Amtrak petitioned the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for a 
waiver of compliance from certain provisions of the Federal railroad 
safety regulations contained at 49 CFR parts 215 (Railroad Freight Car 
Safety Standards), 229 (Railroad Locomotive Safety Standards), 232 
(Brake System Safety Standards for Freight and Other Non-Passenger 
Trains and Equipment; End-of-Train Devices), and 238 (Passenger 
Equipment Safety Standards). The relevant Docket Number is FRA-2023-
0031.
    Specifically, Amtrak requests to use virtual reality simulation 
assessments to satisfy the ``hands-on'' portion of periodic refresher 
training to remain qualified under Sec. Sec.  215.11(b), 229.5, 
232.203(b)(8), and 238.109. Amtrak has partnered with ``a recognized 
vendor'' to create virtual simulations for brake system testing, pre-
departure inspections, and locomotive calendar day air brake test and 
inspection. Amtrak further states that the simulations will complement 
other Amtrak training and testing, ``creating a blended learning 
curriculum that presents and reinforces through tactile, auditory, and 
visual methods.''
    In support of its petition, Amtrak explains that it ``believe[s] 
the training curriculum afforded by Amtrak's new virtual simulations 
exceed the training objectives specified in each of [the] regulations 
noted above and will serve to enhance learner proficiency at performing 
the specified tests and inspections.'' It also states that ``when used 
as an evaluation tool, the virtual simulation is a better method to 
evaluate our students than our current state of training, as it 
simulates random complex defects in a virtual environment not impacting 
the safety of our employees or trains.''
    A copy of the petition, as well as any written communications 
concerning the petition, is available for review online at 
www.regulations.gov.
    Interested parties are invited to participate in these proceedings 
by submitting written views, data, or comments. FRA does not anticipate 
scheduling a public hearing in connection with these proceedings since 
the facts do not appear to warrant a hearing. If any interested party 
desires an opportunity for oral comment and a public hearing, they 
should notify FRA, in writing, before the end of the comment period and 
specify the basis for their request.
    All communications concerning these proceedings should identify the 
appropriate docket number and may be submitted at https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting 
comments.
    Communications received by July 5, 2023 will be considered by FRA 
before final action is taken. Comments received after that date will be 
considered if practicable.
    Anyone can search the electronic form of any written communications 
and comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the 
individual submitting the comment (or signing the document, if 
submitted on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.). 
Under 5 U.S.C. 553(c), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) solicits 
comments from the public to better inform its processes. DOT posts 
these comments, without edit, including any personal information the 
commenter provides, to www.regulations.gov, as described in the system 
of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed at https://www.transportation.gov/privacy. See also https://www.regulations.gov/privacy-notice for the privacy notice of regulations.gov.

    Issued in Washington, DC.
John Karl Alexy,
Associate Administrator for Railroad Safety, Chief Safety Officer.
[FR Doc. 2023-09659 Filed 5-4-23; 8:45 am]
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