[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 86 (Thursday, May 3, 2012)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 26156-26158]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-10473]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2011-1413; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-062-AD;
Amendment 39-17036; AD 2012-09-01]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Cessna Aircraft Company Model 560XL airplanes. This AD was prompted by
reports of wheel inserts becoming loose and damaging brake assemblies
on Model 560XL airplanes. This AD requires an inspection of the torque
lug and surrounding components (wheel base, side rim, lock ring) for
damage (such as corrosion, cracks, dents, bent areas, damaged or
missing paint or primer, or wear on the metal), and of the bearing cup
for corrosion, turned cup, or clearance that exceeds limits, and repair
as applicable; measuring the torque lugs for width and replacing screws
and inserts with new, improved screws and inserts; and re-identifying
the wheel assemblies. We are issuing this AD to prevent brake failure,
which could result in an airplane not being able to stop on the runway.
DATES: This AD is effective June 7, 2012.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of June 7, 2012.
ADDRESSES: For Cessna service information identified in this AD,
contact Cessna Aircraft Co., P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277-7706;
telephone 316-517-6215; fax 316-517-5802; email
citationpubs@cessna.textron.com; Internet https://www.cessnasupport.com/newlogin.html. For Goodrich service information
identified in this AD, contact Goodrich Corporation, Aircraft Wheels &
Brakes, P.O. Box 340, Troy, Ohio 45373-3872; telephone 937-440-2130;
fax 937-440-2055; email WBPubs-Admin@goodrich.com; Internet http://www.goodrich.com/TechPubs. You may review copies of the referenced
service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation,
any comments received, and other information. The address for the
Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is Document Management Facility,
U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: David Fairback, Aerospace Engineer,
Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE-116W, FAA, Wichita
Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-
Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316-946-4154; fax: 316-
946-4107; email: david.fairback@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products.
That NPRM published in the Federal Register on January 19, 2012 (77 FR
2659). That NPRM proposed to require an inspection of the torque lug
and surrounding components (wheel base, side rim, lock ring) for damage
(such as corrosion, cracks, dents, bent areas, damaged or missing paint
or primer, or wear on the metal), and of the bearing
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cup for corrosion, turned cup, or clearance that exceeds limits, and
repair as applicable; measuring the torque lugs for width and replacing
screws and inserts with new, improved screws and inserts; and re-
identifying the wheel assemblies.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (77 FR 2659, January 19,
2012) or on the determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed, except for
minor editorial changes. In addition, we have re-identified Note 2 of
the NPRM (77 FR 2659, January 19, 2012) as paragraph (h) of this final
rule. We also revised the language in paragraph (j) of this AD; this
change does not affect the intent of this AD. We have determined that
these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (77 FR 2659, January 19, 2012) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (77 FR 2659, January 19, 2012).
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 473 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators
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Inspection, and measurement of Up to 11 work- Up to $6,462...... Up to $7,397...... Up to $3,498,781.
the torque lugs, replacement of hours x $85 per
screws and inserts, and re- hour = $935.
marking.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repairs or
replacements as applicable that would be required based on the results
of the inspection. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft
that might need these repairs or replacements:
On-Condition Costs
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Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product
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Repair or replacement as applicable.. Between 1 and 9 work- Between $0 and $24,000 Between $85 and $24,765
hour[s] x $85 per hour per wheel assembly. per wheel assembly.
= Between $85 and $765
per wheel assembly.
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According to the manufacturer, all of the costs of this AD may be
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost
estimate.
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.
We are 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) Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979),
(3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(4) 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.
Adoption of 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):
2012-09-01 Cessna Aircraft Company: Amendment 39-17036; Docket No.
FAA-2011-1413; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-062-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective June 7, 2012.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Cessna Aircraft Company Model 560XL
airplanes; certificated in any category; having serial numbers 5002
through 5372 inclusive, 5501 through 5830 inclusive, 6001 through
6055
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inclusive, 6057 through 6066 inclusive, 6069 through 6071 inclusive,
and 6073 through 6077 inclusive.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport Association
(ATA) of America Code 32, Landing Gear.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by reports of wheel inserts becoming loose
and damaging brake assemblies on Model 560XL airplanes. We are
issuing this AD to prevent brake failure, which could result in an
airplane not being able to stop on the runway.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection, Corrective Action, and Replacement
Within 1 year after the effective date of this AD, or during the
next tire change accomplished after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs first: Do the actions specified in paragraphs
(g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD on both main wheels, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Cessna Service
Bulletin SB560XL-32-41, Revision 1, dated May 5, 2011, including
Supplemental Data, dated February 25, 2011. Do all applicable
repairs and replacements before further flight.
(1) Do a general visual inspection of the torque lug and
surrounding components (wheel base, side rim, lock ring) for damage
(such as corrosion, cracks, dents, bent areas, damaged or missing
paint or primer, or wear on the metal), and of the bearing cup for
corrosion, turned cup, or clearance that exceeds limits, and all
applicable repairs.
(2) Measure the torque lugs for width and replace screws and
inserts with new, improved screws and inserts.
(3) Re-identify the wheel assembly.
Note 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD: Cessna Service Bulletin
SB560XL-32-41, Revision 1, dated May 5, 2011, including Supplemental
Data, dated February 25, 2011, refers to Goodrich Service Bulletin
3-1571-32-7, dated February 25, 2011, as an additional source of
guidance on inspecting and repairing the torque lugs, surrounding
components, and bearing cup, and re-identifying the wheel
assemblies.
(h) Definition
For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection is: ``A
visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation, or
assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This
level of inspection is made from within touching distance unless
otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to ensure visual
access to all surfaces in the inspection area. This level of
inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such
as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or droplight and may
require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands,
ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area
being checked.''
(i) Parts Installation
As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, on
any airplane, a wheel assembly having P/N 3-1571-3 or 3-1571-4,
unless it has been inspected, measured, and re-identified, in
accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD, and all applicable repairs
or replacements have been done.
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions, as required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were done before the
effective date of this AD in accordance with Cessna Service Bulletin
SB560XL-32-41, dated February 25, 2011.
(k) No Reporting Required
Although Cessna Service Bulletin SB560XL-32-41, Revision 1,
dated May 5, 2011, specifies to submit certain information to the
manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement.
(l) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO),
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14
CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending
information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in the Related Information
section of this AD.
(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.
(m) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact contact David
Fairback, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Propulsion
Branch, ACE-116W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801
Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209;
phone: 316-946-4154; fax: 316-946-4107; email:
david.fairback@faa.gov.
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) You must use the following service information to do the
actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(2) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51 of the following service information:
(i) Cessna Service Bulletin SB560XL-32-41, Revision 1, dated May
5, 2011, including Supplemental Data, dated February 25, 2011.
(3) For Cessna service information identified in this AD,
contact Cessna Aircraft Co., P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277;
telephone 316-517-6215; fax 316-517-5802; email
citationpubs@cessna.textron.com; Internet https://www.cessnasupport.com/newlogin.html.
(4) For Goodrich service information identified in this AD,
contact Goodrich Corporation, Aircraft Wheels & Brakes, P.O. Box
340, Troy, Ohio 45373-3872; telephone 937-440-2130; fax 937-440-
2055; email WBPubs-Admin@goodrich.com; Internet http://www.goodrich.com/TechPubs.
(5) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
Washington. For information on the availability of this material at
the FAA, call 425-227-1221.
(6) You may also review copies of the 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, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 24, 2012.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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