[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 148 (Friday, August 1, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 44669-44672]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-17325]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2014-0254; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-047-AD;
Amendment 39-17910; AD 2014-15-08]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Beechcraft Corporation (Type
Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon
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
Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker
Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP,
850XP, and 900XP airplanes. This AD was prompted by a design review
that revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural
components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process.
This AD requires an inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler
plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the fuel vent
surge tanks; and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this
AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a lightning
strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank
and consequent explosion or
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fire and subsequent in-flight breakup of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective September 5, 2014.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of September 5,
2014.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact
Beechcraft Corporation, TMDC, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, KS 67201-0085;
telephone 316-676-8238; fax 316-671-2540; email [email protected];
Internet http://pubs.beechcraft.com. You may view this referenced
service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. 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 by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2014-
0254; 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 Docket 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: Jeffrey Englert, 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: 316-946-4167; fax: 316-
946-4107; email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Beechcraft
Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held by Hawker Beechcraft
Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and
900XP airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on April
24, 2014 (79 FR 22783). The NPRM was prompted by a design review that
revealed there were no instructions to apply sealant to structural
components in the fuel tank during the winglet installation process.
The sealant is part of the lightning protection design for the fuel
tanks. The NPRM proposed to require an inspection for the presence of
sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin
in the fuel vent surge tanks; and corrective actions if necessary. We
are issuing this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which,
during a lightning strike, could result in a potential source of
ignition in a fuel tank and consequent explosion or fire and subsequent
in-flight breakup of the airplane.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24,
2014) 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 this AD as proposed except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014) for correcting the unsafe condition;
and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 22783, April 24, 2014).
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 50 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Inspection........................ 2 work-hours x $85 None................ $170 $8,500
per hour = $170.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary repairs 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:
On-Condition Costs
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Cost per
Action Labor cost Parts cost product
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Sealant application.......................... 36 work-hours x $85 per hour = $32 $3,092
$3,060.
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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
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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):
2014-15-08 Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate Previously Held
by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company):
Amendment 39-17910; Docket No. FAA-2014-0254; Directorate Identifier
2013-NM-047-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective September 5, 2014.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate
previously held by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft
Company) Model Hawker 800XP, 850XP, and 900XP airplanes,
certificated in any category, all serial numbers.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed there were
no instructions to apply sealant to structural components in the
fuel tank during the winglet installation process. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct missing sealant, which, during a
lightning strike, could result in a potential source of ignition in
a fuel tank and consequent explosion or fire and subsequent in-
flight breakup of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection and Corrective Action
For airplanes identified in paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and
(g)(3) of this AD: Within 600 flight hours or 12 months after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a general
visual inspection for the presence of sealant on doubler plate
edges, doubler plate rivets, and adjacent skin in the top and bottom
of the left and right fuel vent surge tanks, and do all applicable
corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated
February 2013, except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD. Do
all applicable corrective actions before further flight.
(1) Any Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held
by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model
Hawker 800XP airplane, serial numbers 258324, 258326 through 258332
inclusive, 258334 through 258340 inclusive, 258342 through 258347
inclusive, 258349 through 258359 inclusive, 258361 through 258369
inclusive, 258371 through 258380 inclusive, 258382 through 258406
inclusive, 258408 through 258426 inclusive, 258428 through 258444
inclusive, 258446 through 258468 inclusive, 258470 through 258492
inclusive, 258494 through 258512 inclusive, 258514 through 258532
inclusive, 258534 through 258540 inclusive, 258542 through 258555
inclusive, 258557 through 258566 inclusive, 258278, 258541, 258556,
258567 through 258609 inclusive, 258611 through 258628 inclusive,
258630 through 258684 inclusive, 258686 through 258734 inclusive,
258736 through 258788 inclusive, 258795, 258802, 258821, 258825,
258829, 258834, 258840, and 258847; equipped with a kit numbered
140-1701-1, 140-1702-1, 140-1703-1,140-1703-5, 140-1703-7, or 140-
1704-1 that was purchased from Hawker Beechcraft on or before
February 13, 2013.
(2) Any Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held
by Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model
Hawker 850XP airplane having serial numbers 258789 through 258794
inclusive, 258796, 258798 through 258801 inclusive, 258803 through
258819 inclusive, 258822, 258823, 258826 through 258828 inclusive,
258830 through 258833 inclusive, 258835 through 258838 inclusive,
258841, 258844, 258845, 258848, 258852, 258855, 258856, 258858,
258859, 258861, 258872, 258874, 258876, 258891, 258893, 258895,
258900, 258901, 258904, 258907, 258909, 258912, 258915, 258921,
258959, 258961, 258963, 258977, 258980, 258982, and subsequent
serial numbers; equipped with a kit numbered 140-1701-1, 140-1702-1,
140-1703-1, 140-1703-5, 140-1703-7, or 140-1704-1 that was purchased
on or before February 13, 2013.
(3) Beechcraft Corporation (Type Certificate previously held by
Hawker Beechcraft Corporation; Raytheon Aircraft Company) Model
Hawker 900XP airplanes having serial numbers HA-0156 and HA-0159.
(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) Exception to the Service Information
A note in the Accomplishment Instructions of the Hawker
Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated February 2013,
instructs operators to contact Hawker Beechcraft if any difficulty
is encountered in accomplishing the service information. However,
this AD requires that any deviation from the instructions provided
in Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated February
2013, must be approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC)
under the provisions of paragraph (k) of this AD.
(j) Parts Installation Limitation
For all airplanes: As of the effective date of this AD, no kit
having kit number 140-1701-1, 140-1702-1, 140-1703-1, 140-1703-5,
140-1703-7, or 140-1704-1, that was purchased before February 13,
2013, may be installed on any airplane unless the installation
includes sealant on doubler plate edges, doubler plate rivets, and
adjacent skin in the top and bottom of the left and right fuel vent
surge tanks, as specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of
Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated February 2013.
(k) 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 paragraph (l) of this AD.
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(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 Jeffrey Englert,
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-
4167; fax: 316-946-4107; email: [email protected].
(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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Hawker Beechcraft Service Bulletin SB 57-4112, dated
February 2013.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Beechcraft Corporation, TMDC, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, KS 67201-0085;
telephone 316-676-8238; fax 316-671-2540; email [email protected];
Internet http://pubs.beechcraft.com.
(4) You may view this service information at FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
(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, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 15, 2014.
John P. Piccola,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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