Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Airplanes, 27383-27386 [2024-08108]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 75 / Wednesday, April 17, 2024 / Rules and Regulations (j) Additional Information For more information about this AD, contact Gabriel Kim, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; phone: 516–228– 7300; email: 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Transport Canada AD CF–2023–20, dated March 22, 2023. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For Transport Canada AD CF–2023–20, contact Transport Canada, Transport Canada National Aircraft Certification, 159 Cleopatra Drive, Nepean, Ontario K1A 0N5, Canada; telephone 888–663–3639; email TC.AirworthinessDirectivesConsignesdenavigabilite.TC@tc.gc.ca. You may find this Transport Canada AD on the Transport Canada website at tc.canada.ca/ en/aviation. (4) You may view this material 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. (5) You may view this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations, or email fr.inspection@ nara.gov. Issued on March 4, 2024. Victor Wicklund, Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2024–08102 Filed 4–16–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2023–2400; Project Identifier MCAI–2023–00782–T; Amendment 39–22715; AD 2024–06–10] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with RULES1 AGENCY: The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022–25– 18, which applied to certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model SUMMARY: VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:02 Apr 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 BAe 146 and Model Avro 146–RJ series airplanes. AD 2022–25–18 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the main landing gear (MLG) side stay outer link and replacement if necessary. This AD was prompted by additional investigations of the causes of the cracking being conducted. This AD requires a reduction of the repetitive visual inspection interval, provides optional repetitive special detailed inspections, and requires accomplishing a one-off dimensional tolerance check and performing a repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot, as specified in United Kingdom (U.K.) Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) (U.K. CAA) 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 May 22, 2024. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 22, 2024. ADDRESSES: AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2023–2400; 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 U.K. CAA material incorporated by reference in this AD, contact Civil Aviation Authority, Aviation House, Beehive Ring Road, Crawley, West Sussex RH6 0YR, United Kingdom; telephone +44(0) 330 022 4401; email continued.airworthiness@caa.co.uk; website caa.co.uk. • For BAE Systems (Operations) Limited service information identified in this AD, contact BAE Systems (Operations) Limited, Customer Information Department, Prestwick International Airport, Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292 675207; fax +44 1292 675704; email RApublications@ baesystems.com; website regionalservices.com. • You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 27383 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Todd Thompson, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 206–231–3228; email todd.thompson@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Background The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2022–25–18, Amendment 39–22274 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)) (AD 2022–25– 18). AD 2022–25–18 applied to certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146– RJ series airplanes. AD 2022–25–18 required repetitive inspections for cracking of the MLG side stay outer link and replacement if necessary. The FAA issued AD 2022–25–18 to address cracking on the shoulders of an MLG side stay outer link. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could lead to failure of the MLG side stay outer link and MLG collapse, which could result in a runway departure and the engine or wing contacting the ground. The engine or wing contacting the ground could result in damage to the airplane, an increased risk of fire, the airplane flipping, and injury to occupants. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 27, 2023 (88 FR 89339). The NPRM was prompted by AD G–2023–0004R1, dated November 16, 2023 (U.K. CAA AD G–2023–004R1) (also referred to as the MCAI), issued by U.K. CAA, which is the aviation authority for the United Kingdom. The MCAI states that further investigation resulted in a reduced repetitive detailed visual inspection interval and an option to do repetitive special detailed inspections; a new requirement for a one-time dimensional tolerance check; and a requirement to perform a repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot. In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require a reduction of the repetitive visual inspection interval, provide optional repetitive special detailed inspections, and require accomplishing a one-off dimensional tolerance check and performing a repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot, as specified in U.K. CAA AD G–2023– 0004R1. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA–2023–2400. E:\FR\FM\17APR1.SGM 17APR1 27384 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 75 / Wednesday, April 17, 2024 / Rules and Regulations Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive increase the economic burden on any operator. Comments Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. 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 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, this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM. None of the changes will U.K. CAA AD G–2023–004R1 specifies procedures for doing repetitive detailed visual inspections or special detailed inspections for cracking of the MLG side stay outer link and replacement if necessary; a one-time dimensional tolerance check of the MLG side stay outer link and corrective actions including replacement if necessary: and repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot. The FAA reviewed BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023. This service information describes procedures for doing, among other actions, detailed visual inspections and special detailed inspections (fluorescent dye penetrant) for cracking of the MLG side stay outer link, replacement of the side stay outer link; a one-time dimensional tolerance check of the MLG side stay outer link; removing the side stay outer link and contacting the manufacturer; reapplying protective treatment/paint; and lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot. 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 the ADDRESSES section. Interim Action The FAA considers that this AD is an interim action. If final action is later identified, the FAA might consider further rulemaking then. Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD affects 20 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS FOR REQUIRED ACTIONS Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S operators 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 .......................................................................................... $0 $170 $3,400 ESTIMATED COSTS FOR ON-CONDITION ACTIONS Labor cost Parts cost Up to 5 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $425 .................................. Up to $3,000 .................................. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with RULES1 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 VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:02 Apr 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 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: PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Cost per product Up to $3,425. 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 2022–25–18, Amendment 39–22274 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)); and ■ b. Adding the following new airworthiness directive: ■ ■ 2024–06–10 BAE Systems (Operations) Limited: Amendment 39–22715; Docket No. FAA–2023–2400; Project Identifier MCAI–2023–00782–T. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective May 22, 2024. (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2022–25–18, Amendment 39–22274 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)). E:\FR\FM\17APR1.SGM 17APR1 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 75 / Wednesday, April 17, 2024 / Rules and Regulations (c) Applicability This AD applies to all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146–100A, –200A, and –300A airplanes and Model Avro 146–RJ70A, 146–RJ85A, and 146–RJ100A airplanes, certificated in any category. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing gear. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by reports of cracking on the shoulders of a main landing gear (MLG) side stay outer link. The FAA is issuing this AD to address cracking of the MLG side stay outer link. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could lead to failure of the MLG side stay outer link and MLG collapse, which could result in a runway departure and the engine or wing contacting the ground. The engine or wing contacting the ground could result in damage to the airplane, an increased risk of fire, the airplane flipping, and injury to occupants. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with RULES1 (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, United Kingdom (U.K.) Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) (U.K. CAA) AD G–2023–0004R1, dated November 16, 2023 (U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1). (h) Exceptions to U.K. CAA AD G–2023– 0004R1 (1) Where U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 refers to July 7, 2023 (the effective date of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004 at original issue), this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (2) This AD does not adopt the paragraph that begins with ‘‘Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously in accordance with ASB.32–A189 . . .’’ and the Note that begins with ‘‘Prior accomplishment of inspection requirements . . .’’ specified in ‘‘Required Actions(s) and Compliance Time(s)’’ of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1. (3) Where U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 refers to ‘‘ASB,’’ ‘‘the ASB,’’ or ‘‘ASB.32– A189 Revision 2,’’ this AD requires using BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023. (4) Where U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 specifies a detailed visual inspection ‘‘every 500 flights or 6 months (whichever occurs first),’’ for this AD, replace that text with ‘‘repeat at intervals not to exceed 500 flight cycles or 6 months, whichever occurs first.’’ (5) Where U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 specifies a special detailed inspection ‘‘every 1200 flights or 12 months (whichever occurs first),’’ for this AD, replace that text with ‘‘repeat at intervals not to exceed 1,200 flight cycles or 12 months, whichever occurs first.’’ (6) Where U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 specifies ‘‘in accordance with the dimensional limits provided in Appendix 2 VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:02 Apr 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 then Safran Landing Systems must be contacted to provide further instructions,’’ this AD requires ‘‘before further flight, repair using a method approved by the Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA; or the U.K. CAA; or BAE Systems (Operations) Limited’s U.K. CAA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOAauthorized signature.’’ (7) Where U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 specifies the lubrication of the MLG sidestay outer link pivots ‘‘every 500 flights or 6 months (whichever occurs first),’’ for this AD, replace that text with ‘‘at intervals not to exceed 500 flight cycles or 6 months, whichever occurs first.’’ (8) Where paragraph (5) of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 specifies ‘‘as required by paragraphs (1) and (2) of this AD,’’ for this AD, replace that text with ‘‘as required by paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of this AD.’’ (9) Where the Note in paragraph (5) of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 specifies ‘‘the part must have been inspected in accordance with paragraph (1) of this AD and a one-off dimensional check, airworthiness assessment and reporting performed in accordance with paragraph (2) of this AD,’’ for this AD, replace that text with ‘‘the part must have been inspected in accordance with paragraph (1) or (2) of this AD and a one-off dimensional check and airworthiness assessment performed in accordance with paragraph (3) of this AD.’’ (10) This AD does not adopt the ‘‘Remarks’’ section of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1. (i) No Reporting Requirement Although U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1 and BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023, specify to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. (j) Credit for Previous Actions (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (1) of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, dated September 16, 2022, which was incorporated by reference in AD 2022–25–18, Amendment 39–22274 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)); or BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, Revision 1, dated March 13, 2023, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (3) of U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, Revision 1, dated March 13, 2023, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD. (k) 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 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 27385 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 manager of the International Validation Branch, mail it to the address identified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD or email to: 9AVS-AIR-730-AMOC@faa.gov. If mailing information, also submit information by email. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA; or the U.K. CAA; or BAE Systems (Operations) Limited’s U.K. CAA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (l) Additional Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Todd Thompson, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 206– 231–3228; email todd.thompson@faa.gov. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the address specified in paragraph (m)(4) of this AD. (m) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32–A189, Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023. (ii) United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (U.K. CAA) AD G–2023–0004R1, dated November 16, 2023. (3) For U.K. CAA AD G–2023–0004R1, contact Civil Aviation Authority, Aviation House, Beehive Ring Road, Crawley, West Sussex RH6 0YR, United Kingdom; telephone +44(0) 330 022 4401; email continued.airworthiness@caa.co.uk; website caa.co.uk. (4) For BAE Systems (Operations) Limited service information, contact BAE Systems (Operations) Limited, Customer Information Department, Prestwick International Airport, Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292 675207; fax +44 1292 675704; email RApublications@ baesystems.com; website regionalservices.com. (5) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (6) You may view this material at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on E:\FR\FM\17APR1.SGM 17APR1 27386 Federal Register / Vol. 89, No. 75 / Wednesday, April 17, 2024 / Rules and Regulations the availability of this material at NARA, visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ ibr-locations or email fr.inspection@nara.gov. Issued on March 19, 2024. Victor Wicklund, Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2024–08108 Filed 4–16–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Office of Foreign Assets Control 31 CFR Part 541 Zimbabwe Sanctions Regulations Office of Foreign Assets Control, Treasury. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is removing from the Code of Federal Regulations the Zimbabwe Sanctions Regulations as a result of the termination of the national emergency on which the regulations were based. DATES: This rule is effective April 17, 2024. SUMMARY: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: OFAC: Assistant Director for Licensing, 202–622–2480; Assistant Director for Regulatory Affairs, 202–622–4855; or Assistant Director for Compliance, 202– 622–2490. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Electronic Availability This document and additional information concerning OFAC are available on OFAC’s website: www.treasury.gov/ofac. lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with RULES1 Background On March 6, 2003, the President, invoking the authority of, inter alia, the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701–1706) (IEEPA), issued Executive Order (E.O.) 13288, ‘‘Blocking Property of Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe’’ (68 FR 11457, March 10, 2003). In E.O. 13288, the President determined that the actions and policies of certain members of the Government of Zimbabwe and other persons to undermine Zimbabwe’s democratic processes or institutions, contributing to the deliberate breakdown in the rule of law in Zimbabwe, to politically motivated violence and intimidation in that country, and to political and economic instability in the southern African VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:02 Apr 16, 2024 Jkt 262001 region, constituted an unusual and extraordinary threat to the foreign policy of the United States, and declared a national emergency to deal with that threat. In E.O. 13391, ‘‘Blocking Property of Additional Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe’’ (70 FR 71201, November 25, 2005), the President took additional steps with respect to the continued actions and policies of certain persons who undermine Zimbabwe’s democratic processes and with respect to the national emergency described and declared in E.O. 13288. The President additionally expanded the scope of the national emergency with respect to Zimbabwe in E.O. 13469, ‘‘Blocking Property of Additional Persons Undermining Democratic Processes or Institutions in Zimbabwe’’ (73 FR 43841, July 29, 2008). On July 29, 2004, OFAC issued the Zimbabwe Sanctions Regulations, 31 CFR part 541 (69 FR 45246, July 29, 2004) (the ‘‘Regulations’’), as an interim final rule to implement E.O. 13288. The Regulations were issued in abbreviated form for the purpose of providing immediate guidance to the public. On July 10, 2014, the Regulations were adopted as a final rule, with changes to implement the two later Executive orders and update the Regulations (79 FR 39312, July 10, 2014). Subsequently, the Regulations were amended multiple times, most recently on January 12, 2024 (89 FR 2142, January 12, 2024). On March 4, 2024, the President issued E.O. 14118, ‘‘Termination of Emergency with Respect to the Situation in Zimbabwe’’ (89 FR 15945, March 5, 2024). In E.O. 14118, the President found that the national emergency declared in E.O. 13288, as relied upon for additional steps taken in E.O. 13391, and as expanded by E.O. 13469, should no longer be in effect. Accordingly, the President terminated the national emergency declared in E.O. 13288 and revoked that order, E.O. 13391, and E.O. 13469. As a result, OFAC is removing the Regulations from the Code of Federal Regulations. Pursuant to section 202(a) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(a)) and section 1 of E.O. 14118, termination of the national emergency declared in E.O. 13288, as modified by E.O. 13391 and E.O. 13469, shall not affect any action taken or proceeding pending not finally concluded or determined as of March 4, 2024 (the date of E.O. 14118), any action or proceeding based on any act committed prior to the date of E.O. 14118, or any rights or duties that PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 matured or penalties that were incurred prior to the date of E.O. 14118. Public Participation Because the Regulations involve a foreign affairs function, the provisions of E.O. 12866 of September 30, 1993, ‘‘Regulatory Planning and Review’’ (58 FR 51735, October 4, 1993), and the Administrative Procedure Act (5 U.S.C. 553) requiring notice of proposed rulemaking, opportunity for public participation, and delay in effective date are inapplicable. Because no notice of proposed rulemaking is required for this rule, the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601–612) does not apply. Paperwork Reduction Act The Paperwork Reduction Act does not apply because this rule does not impose information collection requirements that would require the approval of the Office of Management and Budget under 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. List of Subjects in 31 CFR Part 541 Administrative practice and procedure, Banks, banking, Blocking of assets, Brokers, Credit, Foreign trade, Penalties, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Sanctions, Securities, Services, Zimbabwe. PART 541—[REMOVED] For the reasons set forth in the preamble, and pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1601–1651 and E.O. 14118 (89 FR 15945, March 5, 2024), OFAC amends 31 CFR chapter V by removing part 541. ■ Bradley T. Smith, Director, Office of Foreign Assets Control. [FR Doc. 2024–08144 Filed 4–16–24; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Part 100 [Docket No. USCG–2024–0311] Special Local Regulations; Marine Events in the Coast Guard Sector Detroit Captain of the Port Zone—April to September 2024 Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of enforcement of regulation. AGENCY: ACTION: The Coast Guard will enforce various special local regulations for annual regattas and marine parades on dates between April 27, 2024, and September 1, 2024, in the Captain of the SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\17APR1.SGM 17APR1

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[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 17, 2024)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2023-2400; Project Identifier MCAI-2023-00782-T; 
Amendment 39-22715; AD 2024-06-10]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited 
Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022-25-
18, which applied to certain BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 
146 and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes. AD 2022-25-18 required 
repetitive inspections for cracking of the main landing gear (MLG) side 
stay outer link and replacement if necessary. This AD was prompted by 
additional investigations of the causes of the cracking being 
conducted. This AD requires a reduction of the repetitive visual 
inspection interval, provides optional repetitive special detailed 
inspections, and requires accomplishing a one-off dimensional tolerance 
check and performing a repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay 
outer link pivot, as specified in United Kingdom (U.K.) Civil Aviation 
Authority (CAA) (U.K. CAA) 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 May 22, 2024.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 22, 2024.

ADDRESSES: 
    AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under 
Docket No. FAA-2023-2400; 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 U.K. CAA material incorporated by reference in this 
AD, contact Civil Aviation Authority, Aviation House, Beehive Ring 
Road, Crawley, West Sussex RH6 0YR, United Kingdom; telephone +44(0) 
330 022 4401; email caa.co.uk">continued.airworthiness@caa.co.uk; website 
caa.co.uk.
     For BAE Systems (Operations) Limited service information 
identified in this AD, contact BAE Systems (Operations) Limited, 
Customer Information Department, Prestwick International Airport, 
Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292 675207; 
fax +44 1292 675704; email [email protected]; website 
regional-services.com.
     You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness 
Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th Street, 
Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at 
the FAA, call 206-231-3195.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Todd Thompson, Aviation Safety 
Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; 
telephone 206-231-3228; email [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 
CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2022-25-18, Amendment 39-22274 (87 FR 
75915, December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)) 
(AD 2022-25-18). AD 2022-25-18 applied to certain BAE Systems 
(Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ series 
airplanes. AD 2022-25-18 required repetitive inspections for cracking 
of the MLG side stay outer link and replacement if necessary. The FAA 
issued AD 2022-25-18 to address cracking on the shoulders of an MLG 
side stay outer link. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could 
lead to failure of the MLG side stay outer link and MLG collapse, which 
could result in a runway departure and the engine or wing contacting 
the ground. The engine or wing contacting the ground could result in 
damage to the airplane, an increased risk of fire, the airplane 
flipping, and injury to occupants.
    The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 27, 2023 (88 
FR 89339). The NPRM was prompted by AD G-2023-0004R1, dated November 
16, 2023 (U.K. CAA AD G-2023-004R1) (also referred to as the MCAI), 
issued by U.K. CAA, which is the aviation authority for the United 
Kingdom. The MCAI states that further investigation resulted in a 
reduced repetitive detailed visual inspection interval and an option to 
do repetitive special detailed inspections; a new requirement for a 
one-time dimensional tolerance check; and a requirement to perform a 
repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot.
    In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require a reduction of the 
repetitive visual inspection interval, provide optional repetitive 
special detailed inspections, and require accomplishing a one-off 
dimensional tolerance check and performing a repetitive lubrication of 
the MLG side stay outer link pivot, as specified in U.K. CAA AD G-2023-
0004R1. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on 
these products.
    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at regulations.gov under 
Docket No. FAA-2023-2400.

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Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive

Comments

    The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of 
the cost to the public.

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 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, 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

    U.K. CAA AD G-2023-004R1 specifies procedures for doing repetitive 
detailed visual inspections or special detailed inspections for 
cracking of the MLG side stay outer link and replacement if necessary; 
a one-time dimensional tolerance check of the MLG side stay outer link 
and corrective actions including replacement if necessary: and 
repetitive lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot.
    The FAA reviewed BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service 
Bulletin ASB.32-A189, Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023. This service 
information describes procedures for doing, among other actions, 
detailed visual inspections and special detailed inspections 
(fluorescent dye penetrant) for cracking of the MLG side stay outer 
link, replacement of the side stay outer link; a one-time dimensional 
tolerance check of the MLG side stay outer link; removing the side stay 
outer link and contacting the manufacturer; re-applying protective 
treatment/paint; and lubrication of the MLG side stay outer link pivot.
    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 the ADDRESSES section.

Interim Action

    The FAA considers that this AD is an interim action. If final 
action is later identified, the FAA might consider further rulemaking 
then.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 20 airplanes of U.S. 
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                      Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S
                          Labor cost                              Parts cost        product         operators
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2 work-hours x $85 per hour = $170...........................              $0             $170           $3,400
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------


                Estimated Costs for On-Condition Actions
------------------------------------------------------------------------
           Labor cost                 Parts cost       Cost per product
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Up to 5 work-hours x $85 per      Up to $3,000......  Up to $3,425.
 hour = Up to $425.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

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

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 2022-25-18, Amendment 39-22274 (87 
FR 75915, December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 
79236)); and
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b. Adding the following new airworthiness directive:

2024-06-10 BAE Systems (Operations) Limited: Amendment 39-22715; 
Docket No. FAA-2023-2400; Project Identifier MCAI-2023-00782-T.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective May 22, 2024.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD replaces AD 2022-25-18, Amendment 39-22274 (87 FR 75915, 
December 12, 2022; corrected December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)).

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(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model 
BAe 146-100A, -200A, and -300A airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ70A, 
146-RJ85A, and 146-RJ100A airplanes, certificated in any category.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing 
gear.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by reports of cracking on the shoulders of 
a main landing gear (MLG) side stay outer link. The FAA is issuing 
this AD to address cracking of the MLG side stay outer link. The 
unsafe condition, if not addressed, could lead to failure of the MLG 
side stay outer link and MLG collapse, which could result in a 
runway departure and the engine or wing contacting the ground. The 
engine or wing contacting the ground could result in damage to the 
airplane, an increased risk of fire, the airplane flipping, and 
injury to occupants.

(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, United Kingdom (U.K.) Civil Aviation Authority 
(CAA) (U.K. CAA) AD G-2023-0004R1, dated November 16, 2023 (U.K. CAA 
AD G-2023-0004R1).

(h) Exceptions to U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1

    (1) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 refers to July 7, 2023 (the 
effective date of U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004 at original issue), this 
AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
    (2) This AD does not adopt the paragraph that begins with 
``Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously in 
accordance with ASB.32-A189 . . .'' and the Note that begins with 
``Prior accomplishment of inspection requirements . . .'' specified 
in ``Required Actions(s) and Compliance Time(s)'' of U.K. CAA AD G-
2023-0004R1.
    (3) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 refers to ``ASB,'' ``the 
ASB,'' or ``ASB.32-A189 Revision 2,'' this AD requires using BAE 
Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32-A189, 
Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023.
    (4) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 specifies a detailed visual 
inspection ``every 500 flights or 6 months (whichever occurs 
first),'' for this AD, replace that text with ``repeat at intervals 
not to exceed 500 flight cycles or 6 months, whichever occurs 
first.''
    (5) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 specifies a special detailed 
inspection ``every 1200 flights or 12 months (whichever occurs 
first),'' for this AD, replace that text with ``repeat at intervals 
not to exceed 1,200 flight cycles or 12 months, whichever occurs 
first.''
    (6) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 specifies ``in accordance 
with the dimensional limits provided in Appendix 2 then Safran 
Landing Systems must be contacted to provide further instructions,'' 
this AD requires ``before further flight, repair using a method 
approved by the Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA; or 
the U.K. CAA; or BAE Systems (Operations) Limited's U.K. CAA Design 
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval 
must include the DOA-authorized signature.''
    (7) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 specifies the lubrication of 
the MLG sidestay outer link pivots ``every 500 flights or 6 months 
(whichever occurs first),'' for this AD, replace that text with ``at 
intervals not to exceed 500 flight cycles or 6 months, whichever 
occurs first.''
    (8) Where paragraph (5) of U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 specifies 
``as required by paragraphs (1) and (2) of this AD,'' for this AD, 
replace that text with ``as required by paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) 
of this AD.''
    (9) Where the Note in paragraph (5) of U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 
specifies ``the part must have been inspected in accordance with 
paragraph (1) of this AD and a one-off dimensional check, 
airworthiness assessment and reporting performed in accordance with 
paragraph (2) of this AD,'' for this AD, replace that text with 
``the part must have been inspected in accordance with paragraph (1) 
or (2) of this AD and a one-off dimensional check and airworthiness 
assessment performed in accordance with paragraph (3) of this AD.''
    (10) This AD does not adopt the ``Remarks'' section of U.K. CAA 
AD G-2023-0004R1.

(i) No Reporting Requirement

    Although U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1 and BAE Systems (Operations) 
Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32-A189, Revision 2, dated August 
3, 2023, specify to submit certain information to the manufacturer, 
this AD does not include that requirement.

(j) Credit for Previous Actions

    (1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by 
paragraph (1) of U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1, if those actions were 
performed before the effective date of this AD using BAE Systems 
(Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32-A189, dated 
September 16, 2022, which was incorporated by reference in AD 2022-
25-18, Amendment 39-22274 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022; corrected 
December 27, 2022 (87 FR 79236)); or BAE Systems (Operations) 
Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32-A189, Revision 1, dated March 
13, 2023, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by 
paragraph (3) of U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1, if those actions were 
performed before the effective date of this AD using BAE Systems 
(Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin ASB.32-A189, Revision 1, 
dated March 13, 2023, which is not incorporated by reference in this 
AD.

(k) 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 manager of the 
International Validation Branch, mail it to the address identified 
in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD or email to: [email protected]. If mailing information, also submit information by 
email. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate 
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 
of the responsible Flight Standards Office.
    (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD 
to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be 
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International 
Validation Branch, FAA; or the U.K. CAA; or BAE Systems (Operations) 
Limited's U.K. CAA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must 
include the DOA-authorized signature.

(l) Additional Information

    (1) For more information about this AD, contact Todd Thompson, 
Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, 
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 206-231-3228; email 
[email protected].
    (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not 
incorporated by reference is available at the address specified in 
paragraph (m)(4) of this AD.

(m) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed 
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do 
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin 
ASB.32-A189, Revision 2, dated August 3, 2023.
    (ii) United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (U.K. CAA) AD G-
2023-0004R1, dated November 16, 2023.
    (3) For U.K. CAA AD G-2023-0004R1, contact Civil Aviation 
Authority, Aviation House, Beehive Ring Road, Crawley, West Sussex 
RH6 0YR, United Kingdom; telephone +44(0) 330 022 4401; email 
caa.co.uk">continued.airworthiness@caa.co.uk; website caa.co.uk.
    (4) For BAE Systems (Operations) Limited service information, 
contact BAE Systems (Operations) Limited, Customer Information 
Department, Prestwick International Airport, Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, 
Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292 675207; fax +44 1292 
675704; email [email protected]; website regional-services.com.
    (5) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness 
Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th 
Street, Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this 
material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195.
    (6) You may view this material at the National Archives and 
Records Administration (NARA). For information on

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the availability of this material at NARA, visit www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations or email [email protected].

    Issued on March 19, 2024.
Victor Wicklund,
Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2024-08108 Filed 4-16-24; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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