Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters, 66269-66271 [2023-21065]

Download as PDF 66269 Rules and Regulations Federal Register Vol. 88, No. 186 Wednesday, September 27, 2023 This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains regulatory documents having general applicability and legal effect, most of which are keyed to and codified in the Code of Federal Regulations, which is published under 50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510. The Code of Federal Regulations is sold by the Superintendent of Documents. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2023–1207; Project Identifier MCAI–2022–00925–R; Amendment 39–22533; AD 2023–17–07] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters. This AD was prompted by a report of an electrical failure of a starter-generator caused by a ruptured drive shaft. This AD requires visually inspecting the drive shaft of an affected starter-generator and depending on the results, performing a dye penetrant inspection. Depending on the results of the dye penetrant inspection, this AD requires replacing the startergenerator, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference (IBR). The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. SUMMARY: ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with RULES1 DATES: This AD is effective November 1, 2023. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 1, 2023. ADDRESSES: AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No.FAA–2023–1207; 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, any comments received, and other VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Sep 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 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 final rule, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ADs@easa.europa.eu; internet easa.europa.eu. You may find the EASA material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu. • You may view this service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N–321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817) 222–5110. The EASA material is also available at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA– 2023–1207. Other Related Service Information: For Leonardo Helicopters service information identified in this final rule, contact Leonardo S.p.A., Emanuele Bufano, Head of Airworthiness, Viale G. Agusta 520, 21017 C. Costa di Samarate (Va) Italy; telephone (+39) 0331–225074; fax (+39) 0331–229046; or at customerportal.leonardocompany.com/ en-US/. You may also view this service information at the FAA contact information under Material Incorporated by Reference above. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Hal Jensen, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone (303) 342–1080; email hal.jensen@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2022–0148, dated July 14, 2022 (EASA AD 2022– 0148), to correct an unsafe condition for Leonardo S.p.A. Model A119 and AW119MKII helicopters. The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 9, 2023 (88 FR 37810). The NPRM was prompted by a report of an electrical failure of a starter- PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 generator, caused by a ruptured drive shaft, which was not detected by the generator control unit and caused partial loss of battery power. The NPRM proposed to require visually inspecting the drive shaft of an affected startergenerator and depending on the results, performing a dye penetrant inspection. Depending on the results of the dye penetrant inspection, the NPRM proposed to require replacing the starter-generator, as specified in EASA AD 2022–0148. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent electrical failure of the starter-generator, which could result in complete loss of electrical power and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter. Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive Comments The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the costs. Conclusion These helicopters have been approved by EASA and are approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA’s bilateral agreement with the European Union, EASA has notified the FAA of the unsafe condition described in its AD. The FAA reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety requires adopting this AD as proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these helicopters. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 EASA AD 2022–0148 requires a onetime inspection of the drive shaft of the affected starter-generator and, depending on findings, replacing the affected part with a serviceable part as defined therein. EASA AD 2022–0148 also requires reporting the inspection results (including no findings) to Leonardo and implementing improved removal and reinstallation procedures for the starter-generator. 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 reviewed Leonardo Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No. E:\FR\FM\27SER1.SGM 27SER1 ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with RULES1 66270 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 186 / Wednesday, September 27, 2023 / Rules and Regulations 119–121, dated June 21, 2022. This service information specifies procedures for performing visual and dye penetrant inspections and for replacing a startergenerator. 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. Differences Between This AD and the EASA AD Service information referenced in EASA AD 2022–0148 does not specify a compliance time to proceed with subsequent procedures if there is misalignment or if the alignment is not clear, whereas this AD requires proceeding with those subsequent procedures before further flight. Service information referenced in EASA AD 2022–0148 specifies contacting LH [Leonardo Helicopters] spare management to send a startergenerator directly to an authorized repair station for repair and sending a starter-generator directly to an authorized repair station for repair, whereas this AD does not require those actions. EASA AD 2022–0148 specifies reporting inspection results to Leonardo, whereas this AD does not. Regulatory Findings Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD affects 136 helicopters of U.S. registry. Labor rates are estimated at $85 per work-hour. Based on these numbers, the FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD. Visually inspecting a starter-generator drive shaft will take about 1 work-hour for an estimated cost of $85 per helicopter and $11,560 for the U.S. fleet. If required, dye-penetrant inspecting a starter-generator drive shaft will take about 3 work-hours for an estimated cost of $255 per helicopter. If required, replacing a startergenerator will take about 2 work-hours and parts will cost about $11,500 for an estimated cost of $11,670 per helicopter. Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. 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. VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:31 Sep 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 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 The Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: ■ AD 2023–17–07 Leonardo S.p.a.: Amendment 39–22533; Docket No. FAA–2023–1207; Project Identifier MCAI–2022–00925–R. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective November 1, 2023. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 2435, Starter-Generator. PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report of an electrical failure of a starter-generator that was caused by a ruptured drive shaft. The failure was not detected by the generator control unit and caused partial loss of battery power. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent electrical failure of the starter-generator, possibly due to incorrect installation or removal. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in complete loss of electrical power and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Requirements Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency EASA AD 2022– 0148, dated July 14, 2022 (EASA AD 2022– 0148). (h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2022–0148 (1) Where EASA AD 2022–0148 refers to its effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (2) Where EASA AD 2022–0148 requires compliance in terms of flight hours, this AD requires using hours time-in-service. (3) Where paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2022– 0148 states to, ‘‘inspect the drive shaft;’’ for this AD, replace that text with,’’ inspect the drive shaft for misalignment and a crack.’’ (4) Where the service information referenced in EASA AD 2022–0148 specifies to proceed with subsequent procedures if there is misalignment or if the alignment is not clear; for this AD, proceed with those subsequent procedures before further flight. (5) Where the service information referenced in EASA AD 2022–0148 states, ‘‘with reference to Annex A, perform a liquid penetrant inspection of the drive-shaft, in order to detect the presence of eventual cracks;’’ for this AD, replace that text with ‘‘With reference to Annex A, perform a dye penetrant inspection of the drive-shaft in order to detect any cracks.’’ (6) Where the service information referenced in paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2022–0148 specifies contacting LH [Leonardo Helicopters] spare management to send a starter-generator directly to an authorized repair station for repair and sending the starter-generator to an authorized repair station for repair, this AD does not require those actions. (7) Where paragraphs (2) and (4) of EASA AD 2022–0148 state, ‘‘Part II of the ASB;’’ for this AD, replace that text with, ‘‘AMP Data Modules 19–A–24–30–04–00A–520A–A, Starter Generator-Remove Procedure and 19– A–24–30–04–00A–720A–A, Starter Generator-Install Procedure, each Issue 001 and dated May 24, 2021. Except where AMP Data Module 19–A–24–30–04–00A–520A–A Starter Generator-Remove Procedure specifies discarding parts, for this AD, remove those parts from service.’’ (8) This AD does not require paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022–0148. E:\FR\FM\27SER1.SGM 27SER1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 186 / Wednesday, September 27, 2023 / Rules and Regulations (9) This AD does not adopt the ‘‘Remarks’’ section of EASA AD 2022–0148. www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. (i) No Reporting Requirement Issued on August 22, 2023. Victor Wicklund, Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. Although the service information referenced in EASA AD 2022–0148 specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. [FR Doc. 2023–21065 Filed 9–26–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P (j) Special Flight Permit Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with 14 CFR 21.197 and 21.199, provided they are restricted to visual flight rules (VFR) with night operations prohibited and no passengers are onboard. [Docket No. 230920–0227] (1) 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 toyour principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the International Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-AVS-AIR730-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. ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with RULES1 (l) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Hal Jensen, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone (303) 342– 1080; email hal.jensen@faa.gov. (m) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2022–0148, dated July 14, 2022. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For EASA AD 2022–0148, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email ADs@easa.europa.eu; internet easa.europa.eu. You may find the EASA material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N–321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (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: 16:31 Sep 26, 2023 Jkt 259001 Bureau of Industry and Security 15 CFR Part 744 (k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) VerDate Sep<11>2014 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE RIN 0694–AJ30 Addition of Entities and Revision to Existing Entities on the Entity List; Removal of Existing Entity From the Military End User List Bureau of Industry and Security, Department of Commerce. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: In this rule, the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) amends the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) by adding twenty-eight entities to the Entity List under the destinations of the People’s Republic of China (China), Finland, Germany, Oman, Pakistan, Russia and the United Arab Emirates. These entities have been determined by the U.S. Government to be acting contrary to the national security or foreign policy interests of the United States. This rule also revises two existing entries on the Entity List under the destinations of China and Pakistan and removes an entity from the MilitaryEnd User List under the destination of China. DATES: This rule is effective September 27, 2023. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Chair, End-User Review Committee, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Export Administration, Bureau of Industry and Security, Department of Commerce, Phone: (202) 482–5991, Email: ERC@bis.doc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: SUMMARY: Background The Entity List (supplement no. 4 to part 744 of the EAR (15 CFR parts 730– 774)) identifies entities for which there is reasonable cause to believe, based on specific and articulable facts, that the entities have been involved, are involved, or pose a significant risk of being or becoming involved in activities contrary to the national security or foreign policy interests of the United PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 66271 States, pursuant to § 744.11(b). The EAR impose additional license requirements on, and limit the availability of, most license exceptions for exports, reexports, and transfers (in-country) when a listed entity is a party to the transaction. The license review policy for each listed entity is identified in the ‘‘License Review Policy’’ column on the Entity List, and the impact on the availability of license exceptions is described in the relevant Federal Register document that added the entity to the Entity List. The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) places entities on the Entity List pursuant to parts 744 (Control Policy: End-User and End-Use Based) and 746 (Embargoes and Other Special Controls) of the EAR. The End-User Review Committee (ERC), composed of representatives of the Departments of Commerce (Chair), State, Defense, Energy and, where appropriate, the Treasury, makes all decisions regarding additions to, removals from, or other modifications to the Entity List. The ERC makes all decisions to add an entry to the Entity List by majority vote and makes all decisions to remove or modify an entry by unanimous vote. Entity List Decisions Additions to the Entity List Pursuant to § 744.11 of the EAR, the ERC determined to add the following entities to the entity list: Asia Pacific Links Ltd. under the destination of China; Evolog Oy, Luminor Oy, and Siberica Oy under the destination of Finland; ICW-Industrial Components Weirich under the destination of Germany; and Device Consulting, Grant Instrument, SMT-iLogic, and Streloy under the destination of Russia. These entities have been implicated in a conspiracy to violate U.S. export controls, including a scheme to supply the Special Technology Center, an entity on the BIS Entity List, with components to make unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff (GRU). This activity is contrary to U.S. national security and foreign policy interests under § 744.11 of the EAR. The ERC determined to add Speed Business Trading (HK) Ltd. and Sunrising Logistics (HK) Ltd. to the Entity List under the destination of China, on the basis of actions and activities that are contrary to the national security and foreign policy interests of the United States. Specifically, these companies have procured and/or attempted to procure U.S.-origin items that would ultimately E:\FR\FM\27SER1.SGM 27SER1

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Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 186 / Wednesday, September 27, 2023 / 
Rules and Regulations

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2023-1207; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-00925-R; 
Amendment 39-22533; AD 2023-17-07]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. Helicopters

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters. This AD was 
prompted by a report of an electrical failure of a starter-generator 
caused by a ruptured drive shaft. This AD requires visually inspecting 
the drive shaft of an affected starter-generator and depending on the 
results, performing a dye penetrant inspection. Depending on the 
results of the dye penetrant inspection, this AD requires replacing the 
starter-generator, as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety 
Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference (IBR). The FAA is 
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective November 1, 2023.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 1, 
2023.

ADDRESSES: 
    AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under 
Docket No.FAA-2023-1207; 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, 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 final 
rule, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; 
telephone +49 221 8999 000; email [email protected]; internet 
easa.europa.eu. You may find the EASA material on the EASA website at 
ad.easa.europa.eu.
     You may view this service information at the FAA, Office 
of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 
6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of 
this material at the FAA, call (817) 222-5110. The EASA material is 
also available at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2023-1207.
    Other Related Service Information: For Leonardo Helicopters service 
information identified in this final rule, contact Leonardo S.p.A., 
Emanuele Bufano, Head of Airworthiness, Viale G. Agusta 520, 21017 C. 
Costa di Samarate (Va) Italy; telephone (+39) 0331-225074; fax (+39) 
0331-229046; or at customerportal.leonardocompany.com/en-US/. You may 
also view this service information at the FAA contact information under 
Material Incorporated by Reference above.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Hal Jensen, Aviation Safety Engineer, 
FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 
(303) 342-1080; email [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the 
European Union, has issued EASA AD 2022-0148, dated July 14, 2022 (EASA 
AD 2022-0148), to correct an unsafe condition for Leonardo S.p.A. Model 
A119 and AW119MKII helicopters.
    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Leonardo S.p.a. 
Model A119 and AW119 MKII helicopters. The NPRM published in the 
Federal Register on June 9, 2023 (88 FR 37810). The NPRM was prompted 
by a report of an electrical failure of a starter-generator, caused by 
a ruptured drive shaft, which was not detected by the generator control 
unit and caused partial loss of battery power. The NPRM proposed to 
require visually inspecting the drive shaft of an affected starter-
generator and depending on the results, performing a dye penetrant 
inspection. Depending on the results of the dye penetrant inspection, 
the NPRM proposed to require replacing the starter-generator, as 
specified in EASA AD 2022-0148. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent 
electrical failure of the starter-generator, which could result in 
complete loss of electrical power and subsequent loss of control of the 
helicopter.

Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive

Comments

    The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of 
the costs.

Conclusion

    These helicopters have been approved by EASA and are approved for 
operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA's bilateral 
agreement with the European Union, EASA has notified the FAA of the 
unsafe condition described in its AD. The FAA reviewed the relevant 
data and determined that air safety requires adopting this AD as 
proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe 
condition on these helicopters.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    EASA AD 2022-0148 requires a one-time inspection of the drive shaft 
of the affected starter-generator and, depending on findings, replacing 
the affected part with a serviceable part as defined therein. EASA AD 
2022-0148 also requires reporting the inspection results (including no 
findings) to Leonardo and implementing improved removal and 
reinstallation procedures for the starter-generator.
    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 reviewed Leonardo Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No.

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119-121, dated June 21, 2022. This service information specifies 
procedures for performing visual and dye penetrant inspections and for 
replacing a starter-generator.

Differences Between This AD and the EASA AD

    Service information referenced in EASA AD 2022-0148 does not 
specify a compliance time to proceed with subsequent procedures if 
there is misalignment or if the alignment is not clear, whereas this AD 
requires proceeding with those subsequent procedures before further 
flight.
    Service information referenced in EASA AD 2022-0148 specifies 
contacting LH [Leonardo Helicopters] spare management to send a 
starter-generator directly to an authorized repair station for repair 
and sending a starter-generator directly to an authorized repair 
station for repair, whereas this AD does not require those actions.
    EASA AD 2022-0148 specifies reporting inspection results to 
Leonardo, whereas this AD does not.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 136 helicopters of U.S. 
registry. Labor rates are estimated at $85 per work-hour. Based on 
these numbers, the FAA estimates the following costs to comply with 
this AD.
    Visually inspecting a starter-generator drive shaft will take about 
1 work-hour for an estimated cost of $85 per helicopter and $11,560 for 
the U.S. fleet.
    If required, dye-penetrant inspecting a starter-generator drive 
shaft will take about 3 work-hours for an estimated cost of $255 per 
helicopter.
    If required, replacing a starter-generator will take about 2 work-
hours and parts will cost about $11,500 for an estimated cost of 
$11,670 per helicopter.

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

    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

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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive:

AD 2023-17-07 Leonardo S.p.a.: Amendment 39-22533; Docket No. FAA-
2023-1207; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-00925-R.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective November 1, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Leonardo S.p.a. Model A119 and AW119 MKII 
helicopters, certificated in any category.

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 2435, Starter-
Generator.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by a report of an electrical failure of a 
starter-generator that was caused by a ruptured drive shaft. The 
failure was not detected by the generator control unit and caused 
partial loss of battery power. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent 
electrical failure of the starter-generator, possibly due to 
incorrect installation or removal. The unsafe condition, if not 
addressed, could result in complete loss of electrical power and 
subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Requirements

    Except as specified in paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD: Comply 
with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in 
accordance with, European Union Aviation Safety Agency EASA AD 2022-
0148, dated July 14, 2022 (EASA AD 2022-0148).

(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2022-0148

    (1) Where EASA AD 2022-0148 refers to its effective date, this 
AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
    (2) Where EASA AD 2022-0148 requires compliance in terms of 
flight hours, this AD requires using hours time-in-service.
    (3) Where paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2022-0148 states to, 
``inspect the drive shaft;'' for this AD, replace that text with,'' 
inspect the drive shaft for misalignment and a crack.''
    (4) Where the service information referenced in EASA AD 2022-
0148 specifies to proceed with subsequent procedures if there is 
misalignment or if the alignment is not clear; for this AD, proceed 
with those subsequent procedures before further flight.
    (5) Where the service information referenced in EASA AD 2022-
0148 states, ``with reference to Annex A, perform a liquid penetrant 
inspection of the drive-shaft, in order to detect the presence of 
eventual cracks;'' for this AD, replace that text with ``With 
reference to Annex A, perform a dye penetrant inspection of the 
drive-shaft in order to detect any cracks.''
    (6) Where the service information referenced in paragraph (1) of 
EASA AD 2022-0148 specifies contacting LH [Leonardo Helicopters] 
spare management to send a starter-generator directly to an 
authorized repair station for repair and sending the starter-
generator to an authorized repair station for repair, this AD does 
not require those actions.
    (7) Where paragraphs (2) and (4) of EASA AD 2022-0148 state, 
``Part II of the ASB;'' for this AD, replace that text with, ``AMP 
Data Modules 19-A-24-30-04-00A-520A-A, Starter Generator-Remove 
Procedure and 19-A-24-30-04-00A-720A-A, Starter Generator-Install 
Procedure, each Issue 001 and dated May 24, 2021. Except where AMP 
Data Module 19-A-24-30-04-00A-520A-A Starter Generator-Remove 
Procedure specifies discarding parts, for this AD, remove those 
parts from service.''
    (8) This AD does not require paragraph (3) of EASA AD 2022-0148.

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    (9) This AD does not adopt the ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 
2022-0148.

(i) No Reporting Requirement

    Although the service information referenced in EASA AD 2022-0148 
specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD 
does not include that requirement.

(j) Special Flight Permit

    Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with 14 CFR 
21.197 and 21.199, provided they are restricted to visual flight 
rules (VFR) with night operations prohibited and no passengers are 
onboard.

(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) 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 toyour principal inspector or local Flight 
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information 
directly to the manager of the International Validation Branch, send 
it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (l) of 
this AD. Information may be emailed 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.

(l) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Hal Jensen, Aviation 
Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 
11590; telephone (303) 342-1080; email [email protected].

(m) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this 
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2022-0148, 
dated July 14, 2022.
    (ii) [Reserved]
    (3) For EASA AD 2022-0148, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 
50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email 
[email protected]; internet easa.europa.eu. You may find the EASA 
material on the EASA website at ad.easa.europa.eu.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Office of 
the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 
6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of 
this material at the FAA, call (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.

    Issued on August 22, 2023.
Victor Wicklund,
Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2023-21065 Filed 9-26-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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