[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 150 (Thursday, August 4, 2016)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 51314-51317]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-18255]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2015-8472; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-106-AD;
Amendment 39-18603; AD 2016-16-05]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000
airplanes. This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed a hot
spot may develop in the main fuel tank under certain failure conditions
of the solenoid of the level control pilot valve, the reed switch of
the main tank overflow valve, the level float switch of the collector
tank, or the solenoid of the main tank fueling shut-off valve. This AD
requires installing fuses in the wiring of the solenoid of the level
control pilot valve, the reed switch of the main tank overflow valve,
the level float switch of the collector tank, and the solenoid of the
main tank fueling shut-off valve, as applicable. This AD also requires
accomplishing concurrent actions and revising the airplane maintenance
or inspection program, as applicable, by incorporating fuel
airworthiness limitation items and critical design configuration
control limitations (CDCCLs). We are issuing this AD to prevent an
ignition source in the main fuel tank vapor space, which could result
in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective September 8, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 8,
2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357,
2130 EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax
+31 (0)88-6280-111; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.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. It is also available on the
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating
Docket No. FAA-2015-8472.
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-2015-
8472; 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 street address for the Docket Office (telephone
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: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
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98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149.
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 all Fokker Services B.V.
Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes. The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on January 20, 2016 (81 FR 3042)
(``the NPRM'').
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2014-0107, dated May 7, 2014 (referred to after
this the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the
MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Fokker Services B.V.
Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes. The MCAI states:
Prompted by an accident * * *, the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) published Special Federal Aviation Regulation
(SFAR) 88 [(66 FR 23086, May 7, 2001)], and the Joint Aviation
Authorities (JAA) published Interim Policy INT/POL/25/12.
The review conducted by Fokker Services on the Fokker F28 design
in response to these regulations revealed that, under certain
failure conditions of the solenoid of the level control pilot valve,
the main tank overflow valve reed switch, the collector tank level
float switch or the main tank fuelling shut-off valve solenoid, a
hot spot may develop in the tank.
This condition, if not corrected, could create an ignition
source in the main tank vapour space, possibly resulting in a fuel
tank explosion and consequent loss of the aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Fokker Services
developed a modification to the wiring (installation of fuses) of
the affected components.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires the
installation of fuses in the wiring of the affected components [the
solenoid of the level control pilot valve, the reed switch of the
main tank overflow valve, the level float switch of the collector
tank, and the solenoid of the main tank fuelling shut-off valve]
and, subsequently, the implementation of the associated Critical
Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL) items [and revision
of the maintenance or inspection program].
More information on this subject can be found in Fokker Services
All Operators Message AOF28.038#02.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
8472.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Explanation of Changes Made to This AD
We revised certain document citations throughout this AD to meet
the Office of the Federal Register's requirements for materials
incorporated by reference. These changes are for formatting purposes
and do not affect the requirements of this AD.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described
previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Fokker Services B.V. has issued Manual Change Notification--
Maintenance Documentation MCNM-F28-035, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014;
and Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-049, Revision 2, dated November 3,
2014. This service information describes procedures for installing
fuses packed in jiffy junctions (i.e., crimped wire in-line junction
device(s)).
Fokker Services B.V. has also issued Manual Change Notification--
Maintenance Documentation MCNM-F28-034 Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014;
and Service Bulletin SBF28-28-051, Revision 2, dated November 3, 2014.
This service information describes procedures for reworking the wiring
and installing fuses packed in jiffy junctions in the power supply wire
of the solenoid in the left and right level control pilot valves.
In addition, Fokker Services B.V. has issued Proforma Service
Bulletin SBF28-28-056, dated January 9, 2014; and F28 Appendix Service
Bulletin SBF28-28-056/APP01, dated July 15, 2014. This service
information describes procedures for installing fuses in the wiring of
the solenoid of the level control pilot valve, the reed switch of the
main tank overflow valve, the level float switch of the collector tank,
and the solenoid of the main tank fueling shut-off valve. This service
information also describes certain CDCCLs.
This service information 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.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 5 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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Installation of fuses and revision 21 work-hours x $85 per $5,320 $7,105 $35,525
to maintenance or inspection hour = $1,785.
program.
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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.
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Regulatory Findings
We determined that 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 the 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):
2016-16-05 Fokker Services B.V.: Amendment 39-18603; Docket No. FAA-
2015-8472; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-106-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective September 8, 2016.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD affects AD 2011-17-03, Amendment 39-16767 (76 FR 50115,
August 12, 2011) (``AD 2011-17-03''); and AD 2011-21-01, Amendment
39-16824 (76 FR 63156, October 12, 2011) (``AD 2011-21-01'').
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000,
2000, 3000, and 4000 airplanes, certificated in any category, all
serial numbers.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a design review that revealed a hot spot
may develop in the main fuel tank under certain failure conditions
of the solenoid of the level control pilot valve, the reed switch of
the main tank overflow valve, the level float switch of the
collector tank, or the solenoid of the main tank fueling shut-off
valve. We are issuing this AD to prevent an ignition source in the
main fuel tank vapor space, which could result in a fuel tank
explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Modification of Main Fuel Tank Wiring
Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, install
fuses in the wiring of the solenoid of the level control pilot
valve, the reed switch of the main tank overflow valve, the level
float switch of the collector tank, and the solenoid of the main
tank fueling shut-off valve, as applicable, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker F28 Appendix Service Bulletin
SBF28-28-056/APP01, dated July 15, 2014, and Fokker Proforma Service
Bulletin SBF28-28-056, dated January 9, 2014.
(h) Concurrent Requirements
Prior to or concurrently with accomplishing the requirements of
paragraph (g) of this AD, do the actions specified in paragraphs
(h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD. Accomplishment of the actions in this
paragraph terminates the requirement of paragraph (g) of AD 2011-17-
03.
(1) Install fuses packed in jiffy junctions (i.e., crimped wire
in-line junction device(s)), in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of the service information identified in paragraph
(h)(1)(i) and the instructions of the service information identified
in paragraph (h)(1)(ii) of this AD.
(i) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-049, Revision 2, dated
November 3, 2014.
(ii) Fokker Manual Change Notification--Maintenance
Documentation MCNM-F28-035, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014.
Note 1 to paragraph (h)(1) of this AD: Accomplishment of this
action is required by AD 2011-17-03.
(2) Rework the wiring and install fuses packed in jiffy
junctions in the power supply wire of the solenoid in the left and
right level control pilot valves, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service information identified in
paragraph (h)(2)(i) and the instructions of the service information
identified in paragraph (h)(2)(ii) of this AD. Accomplishment of the
actions in this paragraph terminates the requirement of paragraph
(g) of AD 2011-21-01, for the actions specified in the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service information identified in
paragraph (h)(2)(i) and the instructions of the service information
identified in paragraph (h)(2)(ii) of this AD only.
(i) Fokker Manual Change Notification--Maintenance Documentation
MCNM-F28-034, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014.
(ii) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-051, Revision 2, dated
November 3, 2014.
Note 2 to paragraph (h)(2) of this AD: Accomplishment of this
action is required by AD 2011-21-01.
(i) Revision of Maintenance or Inspection Program
Before further flight after completing the installation
specified in paragraph (g) of this AD, or within 30 days after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later: Revise the
airplane maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, by
incorporating the critical design configuration control limitations
(CDCCLs) specified in paragraph 1.L.(1)(c) of Fokker Proforma
Service Bulletin SBF28-28-056, dated January 9, 2014.
(j) No Alternative CDCCLs
After accomplishing the revision required by paragraph (i) of
this AD, no alternative CDCCLs may be used unless the CDCCLs are
approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance
with the procedures specified in paragraph (k)(1) of this AD.
(k) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance: The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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 International Branch, send it to ATTN: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. Information
may be emailed to: [email protected]. 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.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International
Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Fokker Services B.V.'s
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(l) Related Information
Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI)
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0107, dated May 7, 2014, for
related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating
Docket No. FAA-2015-8472.
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(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) Fokker F28 Appendix Service Bulletin SBF28-28-056/APP01,
dated July 15, 2014.
(ii) Fokker Manual Change Notification--Maintenance
Documentation MCNM-F28-034 Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014.
(iii) Fokker Manual Change Notification--Maintenance
Documentation MCNM-F28-035, Rev 1, dated January 9, 2014.
(iv) Fokker Proforma Service Bulletin SBF28-28-056, dated
January 9, 2014.
(v) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-049, Revision 2, dated
November 3, 2014.
(vi) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF28-28-051, Revision 2, dated
November 3, 2014.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130
EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31
(0)88-6280-111; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com.
(4) You may view this 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.
(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 21, 2016.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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