[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 75 (Friday, April 18, 2014)]
[Notices]
[Pages 21995-21996]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

[Docket No. FMCSA-2014-0099]

Agency Information Collection Activities; Revision of an Approved
Information Collection Request: Generic Clearance for the Collection of
Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery

AGENCY: FMCSA, DOT.

ACTION: Notice and request for comments.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FMCSA
announces its plan to submit the Information Collection Request (ICR)
described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for its
review and approval and invites public comment. The FMCSA requests
approval to revise an existing ICR titled, ``Generic Clearance for the
Collection of Qualitative Feedback on Agency Service Delivery,'' due to
an increase in the annual cost to respondents. This ICR will allow for
ongoing, collaborative and actionable communication between FMCSA and
its customers and stakeholders. It will also allow feedback to
contribute directly to the improvement of program management.

DATES: We must receive your comments on or before June 17, 2014.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments identified by Federal Docket
Management System (FDMS) Docket Number FMCSA-2014-0099 using any of the
following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov.
Follow the online instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax: 1-202-493-2251.
     Mail: Docket Management Facility; U.S. Department of
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building, Ground
Floor, Room W12-140, 20590-0001.
     Hand Delivery or Courier: West Building, Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m. e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    Instructions: All submissions must include the Agency name and
docket number. For detailed instructions on submitting comments and
additional information on the exemption process, see the Public
Participation heading below. Note that all comments received will be
posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information provided.

Please see the Privacy Act heading below.
    Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or
comments received, go to http://www.regulations.gov, and follow the
online instructions for accessing the dockets, or go to the street
address listed above.
    Privacy Act: Anyone is able to search the electronic form of all
comments received into any of our dockets by the name of the individual
submitting the comment (or signing the comment, if submitted on behalf
of an association, business, labor union, etc.). You may review DOT's
complete Privacy Act Statement for the Federal Docket Management System
published in the Federal Register on January 17, 2008 (73 FR 3316), or
you may visit http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2008/pdfE8-794.pdf.
    Public Participation: The Federal eRulemaking Portal is available
24 hours each day, 365 days each year. You can obtain electronic
submission and retrieval help and guidelines under the ``help'' section
of the Federal eRulemaking Portal Web site. If you want us to notify
you that we received your comments, please include a self-addressed,
stamped envelope or postcard, or print the acknowledgement page that
appears after submitting comments online. Comments received after the
comment closing date will be included in the docket and will be
considered to the extent practicable.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mr. Brian Ronk, Program Manager,
FMCSA, Office of Enforcement and Program Delivery, Outreach Division/
MC-ESO. Telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; or email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Department of Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
    Mr. Jeff Loftus, Supervisory Transportation Specialist, Technology
Division/MC-RRT, Office of Analysis, Research and Technology, Telephone
(202) 385-2363; or email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Department of
Transportation, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Background: Executive Order 12862 ``Setting Customer Service
Standards,'' direct Federal agencies to provide service to the public
that matches or exceeds the best service available in the private
sector (58 FR 48257, Sept. 11, 1993). In order to work continuously to
ensure that our programs are effective and meet our customers' needs,
FMCSA seeks to obtain OMB approval of a generic clearance to collect
qualitative feedback from our customers on our service delivery. The
surveys covered in this generic clearance will provide a means for
FMCSA to collect this data directly from our customers. The information
collected from our customers and stakeholders will help ensure that
users have an effective, efficient, and satisfying experience with
FMCSA's programs. This feedback will provide insights into customer or
stakeholder perceptions, experiences and expectations, provide an early
warning of issues with service, or focus attention on areas where
communication, training or changes in operations might improve delivery
of products or services. It will also allow feedback to contribute
directly to the improvement of program management. The responses to the
surveys will be voluntary and will not involve information that is
required by regulations.
    Title: Generic Clearance for the Collection of Qualitative Feedback
on Agency Service Delivery.
    OMB Control Number: 2126-0049.
    Type of Request: Revision of a currently-approved information
collection.
    Respondents: State and local agencies, general public and
stakeholders, original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and suppliers to
the commercial motor vehicle (CMV) industry, fleets, owner-operators,
state CMV safety agencies, research organizations and contractors, news
organizations, safety advocacy groups, and other Federal agencies.
    Estimated Number of Respondents: 14,100.
    Estimated Time per Response: Range from 5-30 minutes.
    Expiration Date: September 30, 2014.
    Frequency of Response: Generally, on an annual basis.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden: 3,450.
    Public Comments Invited: You are asked to comment on any aspect of
this information collection, including: (1) Whether the proposed
collection is necessary for the performance of FMCSA's functions; (2)
the accuracy of the estimated burden; (3) ways for FMCSA to enhance the
quality, usefulness, and clarity of the collected information; and (4)
ways that the burden could be minimized without reducing the quality of
the collected information. The agency will summarize or include your
comments in the request for OMB's clearance of this information
collection.

    Issued under the authority of 49 CFR 1.87 on: April 9, 2014.
 G. Kelly Leone,
Associate Administrator, Office of Research and Information Technology
and Chief Information Officer.
[FR Doc. 2014-08880 Filed 4-17-14; 8:45 am]
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Sunshine Act; Notice of Meeting

Federal Register Citation of Previous Announcement: [71 FR 25620, May
1, 2006].

Status: Closed Meeting.

Place: 100 F Street, NE., Washington, DC.

Date and Time of Previously Announced Meeting: Thursday, May 4, 2006 at
2 p.m.

Change in the Meeting: Additional Item.
    The following item has been added to the 2 p.m. Closed Meeting
scheduled for Thursday, May 4, 2006: a collection matter.
    Commissioner Campos, as duty officer, determined that no earlier
notice thereof was possible.
    At times, changes in Commission priorities require alterations in
the scheduling of meeting items. For further information and to
ascertain what, if any, matters have been added, deleted or postponed,
please contact the Office of the Secretary at<PHONE_NUMBER>.

    Dated: May 2, 2006.
Nancy M. Morris,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 06-4279 Filed 5-3-06; 11:12 am]

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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 18 (Friday, January 27, 2012)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 4224-4225]
[FR Doc No: 2012-1756]

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

21 CFR Part 510

[Docket No. FDA-2011-N-0003]

New Animal Drugs; Change of Sponsor's Name

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is amending the animal
drug regulations to reflect a change of sponsor's name from Nycomed US,
Inc., to Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

DATES: This rule is effective January 27, 2012.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Steven D. Vaughn, Center for
Veterinary Medicine (HFV-100), Food and Drug Administration, 7520
Standish Pl., Rockville, MD 20855,<PHONE_NUMBER>, email:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Nycomed US, Inc., 60 Baylis Rd., Melville,
NY 11747 has informed FDA of a change of name to Fougera
Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Accordingly, the Agency is amending the
regulations in 21 CFR 510.600(c) to reflect these changes.
    This rule does not meet the definition of ``rule'' in 5 U.S.C.
804(3)(A) because it is a rule of ``particular applicability.''
Therefore, it is not subject to the congressional review requirements
in 5 U.S.C. 801-808.

List of Subjects in 21 CFR Part 510

    Administrative practice and procedure, Animal drugs, Labeling,
Reporting and recordkeeping requirements.

    Therefore, under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and under
authority delegated to the Commissioner of Food and Drugs and
redelegated to the Center for Veterinary Medicine, 21 CFR part 510 is
amended as follows:

PART 510--NEW ANIMAL DRUGS

0
1. The authority citation for 21 CFR part 510 continues to read as
follows:

    Authority:  21 U.S.C. 321, 331, 351, 352, 353, 360b, 371, 379e.

0
2. In Sec.  510.600, in the table in paragraph (c)(1), remove the entry
for ``Nycomed US, Inc.''; alphabetically add a new entry for ``Fougera
Pharmaceuticals, Inc.''; and in the table

in paragraph (c)(2), revise the entry for ``025463''.
    The addition and revision read as follows:

Sec.  510.600  Names, addresses, and drug labeler codes of sponsors of
approved applications.

* * * * *
    (c) * * *
    (1) * * *

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                  Firm name and address                        code
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Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc., P.O. Box 2006, 60 Baylis           025463
 Rd., Melville, NY 11747................................

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025463..............................  Fougera Pharmaceuticals, Inc.,
                                       P.O. Box 2006, 60 Baylis Rd.,
                                       Melville, NY 11747.

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    Dated: January 24, 2012.
William T. Flynn,
Acting Director, Center for Veterinary Medicine.
[FR Doc. 2012-1756 Filed 1-26-12; 8:45 am]
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 247 (Tuesday, December 27, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 79235-79236]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2022-1306; Project Identifier AD-2022-01040-E;
Amendment 39-22289; AD 2022-27-04]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Turbofan Engines

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Pratt & Whitney (PW) PW1519G, PW1521G, PW1521G-3, PW1521GA, PW1524G,
PW1524G-3, PW1525G, and PW1525G-3 model turbofan engines. This AD was
prompted by an uncommanded dual engine shutdown upon landing, resulting
in compromised braking capability due to the loss of engine power and
hydraulic systems. This AD requires removal from service of certain
electronic engine control (EEC) full authority digital engine control
(FADEC) software versions and replacement with updated software. The
FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these
products.

DATES: This AD is effective January 31, 2023.

ADDRESSES: AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov
by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2022-1306; 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, 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mark Taylor, Aviation Safety Engineer,
ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone:
(781) 238-7229; email: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all PW PW1519G,
PW1521G, PW1521G-3, PW1521GA, PW1524G, PW1524G-3, PW1525G, and PW1525G-
3 model turbofan engines. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on
October 25, 2022 (87 FR 64397). The NPRM was prompted by a report that
an airplane experienced an uncommanded dual engine shutdown upon
landing, resulting in compromised braking capability due to the loss of
engine power and hydraulic systems. A subsequent investigation
determined that the sequence of the auto-throttle increasing throttle
to maintain Mach number, immediately followed by pilot command to
decrease throttle to idle, caused a transient disagreement between
actual and commanded thrust. This disagreement triggered the thrust
control malfunction (TCM) detection logic and resulted in dual engine
shutdown once the weight on wheels signal was activated upon landing.
The installed EEC FADEC software version latches the fault and allows
the engine to continue operation as commanded but shuts down the engine
upon landing. The manufacturer identified the situations that could
trigger the TCM logic erroneously and updated the EEC FADEC software.
This software update makes corrective improvements to the TCM logic,
including revised criteria for triggering the TCM logic and
establishing criteria that permit the TCM logic to unlatch during
flight. In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require removal from service
of certain EEC FADEC software versions and replacement with a software
version eligible for installation. The FAA is issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these products.

Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive

Comments

    The FAA received one comment, from Air Line Pilots Association,
International (ALPA). ALPA supported the NPRM without change.

Conclusion

    The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments
received, and determined that air safety requires adopting the AD as
proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products. Except for minor editorial changes, this
AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM.

Related Service Information

    The FAA reviewed PW Service Bulletin (SB) PW1000G-A-73-00-0054-00A-
930A-D, Issue No. 002, dated June 20, 2022. This service information
specifies procedures for replacing or modifying the EEC to incorporate
FADEC software version V2.11.14.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 147 engines installed on
airplanes of U.S. registry.
    The FAA estimates 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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Upgrade EEC FADEC Software............  2 work-hours x $85 per                $0            $170         $24,990
                                         hour = $170.
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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.
    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 adding the following new airworthiness
directive:

2022-27-04 Pratt & Whitney: Amendment 39-22289; Docket No. FAA-2022-
1306; Project Identifier AD-2022-01040-E.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective January 31, 2023.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney PW1519G, PW1521G, PW1521G-3,
PW1521GA, PW1524G, PW1524G-3, PW1525G, and PW1525G-3 model turbofan
engines.

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7600, Engine
Controls.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by an uncommanded dual engine shutdown upon
landing, resulting in compromised braking capability due to the loss
of engine power and hydraulic systems. The FAA is issuing this AD to
prevent compromised braking capability due to uncommanded dual
engine shutdown upon landing. The unsafe condition, if not
addressed, could result in runway excursion.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Required Actions

    For affected engines with installed electronic engine control
(EEC) full authority digital engine control (FADEC) software version
earlier than V<IP_ADDRESS>, within 12 months after the effective date
of this AD, remove the EEC FADEC software and replace with an EEC
FADEC software version eligible for installation.

(h) Definitions

    For the purpose of this AD, ``EEC FADEC software version
eligible for installation'' is EEC FADEC software version V<IP_ADDRESS>
or later.

(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, ECO 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 local Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the
certification office, send it to the attention of the person
identified in paragraph (j) of this AD and email to: [email protected].
    (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.

(j) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Mark Taylor,
Aviation Safety Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email:
[email protected].

(k) Material Incorporated by Reference

    None.

    Issued on December 20, 2022.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-28091 Filed 12-23-22; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 165

[Docket No. USCG-2010-0505]

Safety Zone, Long Island Sound Annual Fireworks Displays

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard will enforce annual fireworks display safety
zones for thirteen fireworks displays taking place throughout the
Sector Long Island Sound Captain of the Port Zone. This action is
necessary to protect marine traffic and spectators from the hazards
created by fireworks displays. During the enforcement period, no person
or vessel may enter the safety zone without permission of the Captain
of the Port.

DATES: The regulations in 33 CFR 165.151 will be enforced from 8:30
p.m. until 10:30 p.m. during the dates specified in Table 1. If the
event is delayed by inclement weather, these regulations will also be
enforced on the rain dates listed in Table 1.

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Event: Village of Asharoken Fireworks.
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Date: July 04, 2010.
Rain date: July 05, 2010.
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Event: Southampton Fresh Air Home Fireworks.
Date: July 02, 2010.
Rain date: July 03, 2010.
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Event: Mashantucket Pequot Fireworks.
Date: July 10, 2010.
Rain date: July 11, 2010.
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Event: Madison Cultural Arts Fireworks.
Date: July 02, 2010.
Rain date: July 10, 2010.
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Event: Vietnam Veterans Town of East Haven Fireworks.
Date: June 27, 2010.
Rain date: June 28, 2010.
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Event: Westbrook CT July Celebration.
Date: July 05, 2010.
Rain date: July 06, 2010.
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Event: Town of Branford Fireworks.
Date: June 26, 2010.
Rain date: None.
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Event: Westport Police Athletic League Fireworks.
Date: July 02, 2010.
Rain date: July 06, 2010.
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Town of Stratford Fireworks.
Date: July 03, 2010.
Rain date: July 05, 2010.
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Event: Norwalk Fireworks.
Date: July 03, 2010.
Rain date: July 05, 2010.
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Event: City of Rowayton Fireworks.
Date: July 04, 2010.
Rain date: July 05, 2010.
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Event: Groton Long Point yacht Club Fireworks.
Date: July 17, 2010.
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Rain date: July 18, 2010.
Event: Riverfest Fireworks.
Date: July 17, 2010.
Rain date: July 11, 2010.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this notice,
call or e-mail Petty Officer Joseph Graun, Prevention Department, Coast
Guard Sector Long Island Sound<PHONE_NUMBER><EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast Guard will enforce safety zones
for all Long Island Sound annual fireworks displays found in 33 CFR
165.151 on the dates listed in Table 1 from 8:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.
Under the provisions of 33 CFR 165.151, a vessel may not enter, remain
in or transit through the regulated area, unless it receives permission
from the COTP or designated Coast Guard patrol personnel on scene. The
Coast Guard may be assisted by other Federal, State, or local law
enforcement agencies in enforcing this regulation.
    This notice is issued under authority of 33 CFR 165.151 and 5
U.S.C. 552 (a). In addition to this notice in the Federal Register, the
Coast Guard will provide the maritime community with advance
notification of this enforcement period via the Local Notice to
Mariners and marine information broadcasts. If the COTP determines that
the regulated area need not be enforced for the full duration stated in
this notice, he or she may use a Broadcast Notice to Mariners to grant
general permission to enter the regulated area.

    Dated: June 7, 2010.
Daniel A. Ronan,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Long Island Sound.
[FR Doc. 2010-15146 Filed 6-22-10; 8:45 am]
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 106 (Friday, June 2, 2023)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 36237-36238]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 100

[Docket No. USCG-2023-0403]

Special Local Regulations Northern California and Lake Tahoe Area
Annual Marine Events; Escape From Alcatraz Swim, San Francisco, CA

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notification of enforcement of regulation.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard will enforce the special local regulations for
the annual Escape From Alcatraz Swim on June 11, 2023 to provide for
the safety of life on navigable waterways in the San Francisco Bay
during this event. Our regulation for marine events in Northern
California identifies the regulated area for this event in San
Francisco, CA. During the enforcement period, unauthorized persons or
vessels are prohibited from entering into, transiting through, or
loitering or anchoring in the regulated area, unless authorized by the
designated Patrol Commander (PATCOM) or other Federal, State, or local
law enforcement agencies on scene to assist the Coast Guard in
enforcing the regulated area.

DATES: The regulations in 33 CFR 100.1103 will be enforced for the
location in table 1 to Sec.  100.1103, item number 6, from 7 a.m. to
8:30 a.m. on June 11, 2023.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions about this
notification of enforcement, call, or email MST1 Shannon Curtaz-Milian,
Sector San Francisco Waterways Management, U.S. Coast Guard; telephone
(415) 399-7440, email [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Coast Guard will enforce the special
local regulations in 33 CFR 100.1103, table 1

to Sec.  100.1103, item number 6, for the Escape From Alcatraz Swim
regulated area from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. on June 11, 2023. This action
is being taken to provide for the safety of life on navigable waterways
during this event. Our regulation for marine events within Northern
California, Sec.  100.1103, specifies the location of the regulated
area for the Escape From Alcatraz Swim which encompasses portions of
the San Francisco Bay. During the enforcement period, the regulated
area will be in effect in the navigable waters, from surface to bottom,
defined by a line drawn from Alcatraz Island to Saint Francis Yacht
Club.
    During the enforcement period, under the provisions of 33 CFR
100.1103(b), if you are the operator of a vessel in the regulated area
you must comply with directions from the Patrol Commander (PATCOM) or
any other Official Patrol, defined as a Federal, State, or local law
enforcement agency on scene to assist the Coast Guard in enforcing the
regulated area. The PATCOM or Official Patrol may, upon request, allow
the transit of commercial vessels through regulated areas when it is
safe to do so.
    In addition to this notification of enforcement in the Federal
Register, the Coast Guard plans to provide notification of this
enforcement period via the Local Notice to Mariners. If the Captain of
the Port determines that the regulated area need not be enforced for
the full duration stated in this notice, a Broadcast Notice to Mariners
or other marine broadcast may be used to grant general permission to
enter the regulated area.

    Dated: May 26, 2023.
Taylor Q. Lam,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port San Francisco.
[FR Doc. 2023-11797 Filed 6-1-23; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 100

[Docket No. USCG-2010-0518]
RIN 1625-AA08

Special Local Regulations; Sabine River, Orange, TX

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard proposes to establish a temporary Special
Local Regulation in the Port Arthur Captain of the Port Zone on the
Sabine River, Orange, Texas. This Special Local Regulation is intended
to restrict vessels from portions of the Sabine River during the
Thunder on the Sabine boat races. This Special Local Regulation is
necessary to protect spectators and vessels from the hazards associated
with powerboat races.

DATES: Comments and related material must be received by the Coast
Guard on or before August 16, 2010.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments identified by docket number USCG-
2010-0518 using any one of the following methods:
    (1) Federal eRulemaking Portal:  http://www.regulations.gov.
    (2) Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    (3) Mail: Docket Management Facility (M-30), U.S. Department of
Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001.
    (4) Hand delivery: Same as mail address above, between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The telephone
number is<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    To avoid duplication, please use only one of these four methods.
See the ``Public Participation and Request for Comments'' portion of
the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below for instructions on
submitting comments.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this proposed
rule, call or e-mail Mr. Scott Whalen, Marine Safety Unit Port Arthur,
TX, Coast Guard; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>, e-mail
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>If you have questions on viewing or submitting
material to the docket, call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket
Operations, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Public Participation and Request for Comments

    We encourage you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting
comments and related materials. All comments received will be posted
without change to http://www.regulations.gov and will include any
personal information you have provided.

Submitting Comments

    If you submit a comment, please include the docket number for this
rulemaking (USCG-2010-0518), indicate the specific section of this
document to which each comment applies, and provide a reason for each
suggestion or recommendation. You may submit your comments and material
online (via http://www.regulations.gov) or by fax, mail, or hand
delivery, but please use only one of these means. If you submit a
comment online via http://www.regulations.gov, it will be considered
received by the Coast Guard when you successfully transmit the comment.
If you fax, hand deliver, or mail your comment, it will be considered
as having been received by the Coast Guard when it is received at the
Docket Management Facility. We recommend that you include your name and
a mailing address, an e-mail address, or a telephone number in the body
of your document so that we can contact you if we have questions
regarding your submission.
    To submit your comment online, go to http://www.regulations.gov,
click on the ``submit a comment'' box, which will then become
highlighted in blue. In the ``Document Type'' drop down menu select
``Proposed Rule'' and insert ``USCG-2010-0518'' in the ``Keyword'' box.
Click ``Search'' then click on the balloon shape in the ``Actions''
column. If you submit your comments by mail or hand delivery, submit
them in an unbound format, no larger than 8\1/2\ by 11 inches, suitable
for copying and electronic filing. If you submit comments by mail and
would like to know that they reached the Facility, please enclose a
stamped, self-addressed postcard or envelope. We will consider all
comments and material received during the comment period and may change
the rule based on your comments.

Viewing Comments and Documents

    To view comments, as well as documents mentioned in this preamble
as being available in the docket, go to http://www.regulations.gov,
click on the ``read comments'' box, which will then become highlighted
in blue. In the ``Keyword'' box insert ``USCG-2010-0518'' and click
``Search.'' Click the ``Open Docket Folder'' in the ``Actions'' column.
You may also visit the Docket Management Facility in Room W12-140 on
the ground floor of the Department of Transportation West Building,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. We have an
agreement with the Department of Transportation to use the Docket
Management Facility.

Privacy Act

    Anyone can search the electronic form of comments received into any
of our dockets by the name of the individual submitting the comment (or
signing the comment, if submitted on behalf of an association,
business, labor union, etc.). You may review a Privacy Act notice
regarding our public dockets in the January 17, 2008, issue of the
Federal Register (73 FR 3316).

Public Meeting

    We do not now plan to hold a public meeting. But you may submit a
request for one using one of the four methods specified under
ADDRESSES. Please explain why you believe a public meeting would be
beneficial. If we determine that one would aid this rulemaking, we will
hold one at a time and place announced by a later notice in the Federal
Register.

Background and Purpose

    This temporary special local regulation is necessary to ensure the
safety of vessels and spectators from hazards associated with a
powerboat race. The Captain of the Port has determined that powerboat
races in close proximity to watercraft and infrastructure pose
significant risk to public safety and property. The likely combination
of large numbers of recreation vessels, powerboats traveling at high
speeds, and large numbers of spectators in close proximity to the water
could easily result in serious injuries or fatalities. Establishing a
special local regulation around the location of the race course will
help ensure the safety of persons and property at these events and help
minimize the associated risks.

Discussion of Proposed Rule

    This proposed temporary special local regulation is necessary to
ensure the safety of spectators and vessels during the setup, course
familiarization, testing and race in conjunction with the Orange, TX,
Thunder on the Sabine boat races. The powerboat race and associated
testing will occur between 8 a.m. on September 25, 2010 and 6 p.m. on
September 26, 2010. The special local regulation will be enforced daily
from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on September 25 and 26, 2010.
    The special local regulation will encompass all waters of the
Sabine River adjacent to Naval Reserve Center and Orange, TX public
boat ramp. The northern boundary will be from the end of Navy Pier One
at 30[deg]05'45'' N/ 093[deg]43'24'' W then easterly to the rivers
eastern shore. The southern boundary is a line shoreline to shoreline
at latitude 30[deg]05'33'' N. All geographic coordinates are North
American Datum of 1983 [NAD 83].
    All persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of the
Coast Guard Captain of the Port or the designated on scene patrol
personnel. Entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the special
local regulation area is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of
the Port or his designated on scene representative. For authorization
to enter the proposed safety zone, vessels can contact the Captain of
the Port's on scene representative on VHF Channel 16 or Vessel Traffic
Service Port Arthur on VHF Channel 65A, by telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER>,
or by facsimile at<PHONE_NUMBER>

Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this proposed rule after considering numerous statutes
and executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our
analyses based on 13 of these statutes or executive orders.

Regulatory Planning and Review

    This proposed rule is not a significant regulatory action under
section 3(f) of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review,
and does not require an assessment of potential costs and benefits
under section 6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office of Management and
Budget has not reviewed it under that Order.
    We expect the economic impact of this proposed rule to be so
minimal that a full Regulatory Evaluation is unnecessary. The basis of
this finding is that the safety zone will only be in effect for 10
hours each day and notifications to the marine community will be made
through broadcast notice to mariners and Marine Safety Information
Bulletin. During non-enforcement hours all vessels will be allowed to
transit through the safety zone without permission of the Captain of
the Port, Port Arthur or a designated representative. Additionally,
scheduled breaks will be provided to allow waiting vessels to transit
safely through the safety zone.

Small Entities

    Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have
considered whether this proposed rule would have a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small entities. The term ``small
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than
50,000.
    The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this proposed
rule would not have a significant economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities.
    This proposed rule would not have a significant economic impact on
a substantial number of small entities for the following reasons: (1)
This rule will only be enforced from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. each day that
it is effective; (2) during non-enforcement hours all vessels will be
allowed to transit through the safety zone without having to obtain
permission from the Captain of the Port, Port Arthur or a designated
representative; and (3) vessels will be allowed to pass through the
zone with permission of the Coast Guard Patrol Commander during
scheduled break periods between races and at other times when permitted
by the Coast Guard Patrol Commander.
    If you think that your business, organization, or governmental
jurisdiction qualifies as a small entity and that this rule would have
a significant economic impact on it, please submit a comment (see
ADDRESSES) explaining why you think it qualifies and how and to what
degree this rule would economically affect it.

Assistance for Small Entities

    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we want to assist small
entities in understanding this proposed rule so that they can better
evaluate its effects on them and participate in the rulemaking. If the
rule would affect your small business, organization, or governmental
jurisdiction and you have questions concerning its provisions or
options for compliance, please contact Mr. Scott Whalen, Marine Safety
Unit Port Arthur, TX; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>, e-mail
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>The Coast Guard will not retaliate against
small entities that question or complain about this proposed rule or
any policy or action of the Coast Guard.

Collection of Information

    This proposed rule would call for no new collection of information
under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520.).

Federalism

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local
governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial
direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this proposed rule
under that Order and have determined that it does not have implications
for federalism.

Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 (adjusted for
inflation) or more in any one year. Though this proposed rule would not
result in such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule
elsewhere in this preamble.

Taking of Private Property

    This proposed rule would not cause a taking of private property or
otherwise have taking implications under Executive Order 12630,
Governmental Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected
Property Rights.

Civil Justice Reform

    This proposed rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and
3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize
litigation, eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.

Protection of Children

    We have analyzed this proposed rule under Executive Order 13045,
Protection of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety
Risks. This rule is not an economically significant rule and would not
create an environmental risk to health or risk to

safety that might disproportionately affect children.

Indian Tribal Governments

    This proposed rule does not have tribal implications under
Executive Order 13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal
Governments, because it would not have a substantial direct effect on
one or more Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal
Government and Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.

Energy Effects

    We have analyzed this proposed rule under Executive Order 13211,
Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a ``significant
energy action'' under that order because it is not a ``significant
regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to
have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use
of energy. The Administrator of the Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs has not designated it as a significant energy
action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects
under Executive Order 13211.

Technical Standards

    The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards
in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress,
through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why
using these standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or
otherwise impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical
standards (e.g., specifications of materials, performance, design, or
operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management
systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies.
    This proposed rule does not use technical standards. Therefore, we
did not consider the use of voluntary consensus standards.

Environment

    We have analyzed this proposed rule under Department of Homeland
Security Management Directive 023-01 and Commandant Instruction
M16475.lD, which guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and
have made a preliminary determination that this action is one of a
category of actions which do not individually or cumulatively have a
significant effect on the human environment. This rule involves the
establishment of a special local regulation. Based on our preliminary
determination, there are no factors in this case that would limit the
use of a categorical exclusion under section 2.B.2 of the Instruction.
Therefore, we believe that this rule should be categorically excluded.
Because this event establishes a special local regulation, paragraph
(34)(h) of figure 2-1 of the Instruction applies. Thus, no further
environmental documentation is required. We seek any comments or
information that may lead to the discovery of a significant
environmental impact from this proposed rule.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 100

    Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Waterways.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard proposes
to amend 33 CFR part 100 as follows:

PART 100--SAFETY OF LIFE ON NAVIGABLE WATERS

    1. The authority citation for part 100 continues to read as
follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1233.

    2. Add a new temporary Sec.  100.35T08-0518 to read as follows:

Sec.  100.35T08-0518  Safety Zone; Sabine River, Orange, TX.

    (a) Definitions. As used in this section ``Participant Vessel''
means all vessels registered with event officials to race or work in
the event. These vessels include race boats, rescue boats, tow boats,
and picket boats associated with the race.
    (b) Location. The following area is a safety zone: all waters of
the Sabine River, shoreline to shoreline, adjacent to the Naval Reserve
Unit and the Orange public boat ramps located in Orange, TX. The
northern boundary is from the end of Navy Pier One at 30[deg]05'45'' N/
093[deg]43'24'' W then easterly to the rivers eastern shore. The
southern boundary is a line shoreline to shoreline at latitude
30[deg]05'33'' N.
    (c) Effective Period. This regulation is effective from 8 a.m. on
September 25, 2010, to 6 p.m. on September 26, 2010. This regulation
will be enforced daily from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. on September 25 and 26,
2010.
    (d) Regulations.
    (1) In accordance with the general regulations in Sec.  100.35 of
this part, entry into this zone is prohibited to all vessels except
participant vessels and those vessels specifically authorized by the
Captain of the Port, Port Arthur or a designated representative.
    (2) Persons or vessels requiring entry into or passage through must
request permission from the Captain of the Port, Port Arthur, or a
designated representative. They may be contacted on VHF Channel 13 or
16, or by telephone at<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    (3) All persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of
the Captain of the Port, Port Arthur, designated representatives and
designated on-scene U.S. Coast Guard patrol personnel. On-scene U.S.
Coast Guard patrol personnel include commissioned, warrant, and petty
officers of the U.S. Coast Guard.

    Dated: June 3, 2010.
J.J. Plunkett,
Captain, U.S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port, Port Arthur.
[FR Doc. 2010-17115 Filed 7-14-10; 8:45 am]
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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 161 (Tuesday, August 20, 2013)]
[Notices]
[Pages 51198-51199]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Federal Emergency Management Agency

[Docket ID: FEMA-2013-0037; OMB No. 1660-0023]

Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection;
Comment Request; Effectiveness of a Community's Implementation of the
NFIP Community Assistance Program CAC and CAV Reports

AGENCY: Federal Emergency Management Agency, DHS.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Federal Emergency Management Agency, as part of its
continuing effort to reduce paperwork and respondent burden, invites
the general public and other Federal agencies to take this opportunity
to comment on a revision of a currently approved information
collection. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995,
this notice seeks comments concerning the effectiveness of a
community's implementation of the NFIP Community Assistance Program
Community Assistance Contact (CAC) and Community Assistance Visit (CAV)
Reports.

DATES: Comments must be submitted on or before October 21, 2013.

ADDRESSES: To avoid duplicate submissions to the docket, please use
only one of the following means to submit comments:
    (1) Online. Submit comments at http://www.regulations.gov under
Docket ID FEMA-2013-0037. Follow the instructions for submitting
comments.
    (2) Mail. Submit written comments to Docket Manager, Office of
Chief Counsel, DHS/FEMA, 500 C Street SW., Room 840, Washington, DC
20472-3100.
    All submissions received must include the agency name and Docket
ID. Regardless of the method used for submitting comments or material,
all submissions will be posted, without change, to the Federal
eRulemaking Portal at http://www.regulations.gov, and will include any
personal information you provide. Therefore, submitting this
information makes it public. You may wish to read the Privacy Act
notice that is available via the link in the footer of http://www.regulations.gov.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bret Gates, Program Specialist, Risk
Reduction Division, Federal Emergency Management Agency, (202) 646-
4133. You may contact the Records Management Division for copies of the
proposed collection of information at facsimile number<PHONE_NUMBER>
or email address<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) administers the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)
(codified at 42 U.S.C. 4001, et seq.), and a major objective of the
NFIP is to assure that participating communities are achieving the
flood loss reduction objectives through implementation and enforcement
of adequate land use and control measures. FEMA's authority to collect
information that will allow for the evaluation of how well communities
are implementing their floodplain management programs is found at 42
U.S.C. 4022 and 42 U.S.C. 4102. FEMA's regulations, at 44 CFR 59.22,
direct respondents to submit evidence of the corrective and preventive
measures taken to meet the flood loss reduction objectives.

Collection of Information

    Title: Effectiveness of a Community's Implementation of the NFIP
Community Assistance Program CAC and CAV Reports.
    OMB Number: 1660-0023.
    Type of Information Collection: Revision of a currently approved
information collection.
    FEMA Forms: FEMA Form 086-0-28(E), Community Visit Report; FEMA
Form 086-0-29(E), Community Contact Report.
    Abstract: Through the use of a Community Assistance Contact (CAC)
or Community Assistance Visit (CAV), FEMA can make a comprehensive
assessment of a community's floodplain management program. Through this
assessment, FEMA can assist the community to understand the NFIP's
requirements, and implement effective

flood loss reductions measures. Communities can achieve cost savings
through flood mitigation actions by way of insurance premium discounts
and reduced property damage.
    Affected Public: State, local or Tribal Government.
    Number of Respondents: 3,000.
    Number of Responses: 3,000.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden Hours: 4,000 hours.

                                                                           Estimated Annualized Burden Hours and Costs
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                                                                                No. of                        Avg. burden    Total annual                    Total annual
              Type of respondent                       Form name/form No.             No. of       responses per   Total No. of    per response     burden (in      Avg. hourly     respondent
                                                                                respondents     respondent       responses      (in hours)        hours)         wage rate         cost
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State, local or Tribal Government.............  FEMA Form 086-0-28 (E)/Community           1,000               1           1,000               2           2,000          $35.39         $70,780
                                                 Visit Report.
State, local or Tribal Government.............  FEMA Form 086-0-29 (E)/Community           2,000               1           2,000               1           2,000           35.39          70,780
                                                 Contact Report.
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    Total.....................................  ................................           3,000  ..............           3,000  ..............           4,000  ..............         141,560
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 Note: The ``Avg. Hourly Wage Rate'' for each respondent includes a 1.4 multiplier to reflect a fully-loaded wage rate.

    Estimated Cost: The estimated annual cost to respondents for the
hour burden is $141,560.00. There are no annual costs to respondents
operations and maintenance costs for technical services. There is no
annual start-up or capital costs. The cost to the Federal Government is
$213,096.00.

Comments

    Comments may be submitted as indicated in the ADDRESSES caption
above. Comments are solicited to (a) Evaluate whether the proposed data
collection is necessary for the proper performance of the agency,
including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b)
evaluate the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden of the
proposed collection of information, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used; (c) enhance the quality, utility, and
clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) minimize the burden
of the collection of information on those who are to respond, including
through the use of appropriate automated, electronic, mechanical, or
other technological collection techniques or other forms of information
technology, e.g., permitting electronic submission of responses.

    Dated: August 9, 2013.
Charlene D. Myrthil,
Director, Records Management Division, Mission Support Bureau, Federal
Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security.
[FR Doc. 2013-20304 Filed 8-19-13; 8:45 am]
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[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 11419-11421]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2020-0907; Product Identifier 2017-SW-072-AD; Amendment
39-21429; AD 2021-04-08]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Helicopters

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
Airbus Helicopters Model AS350B3 helicopters. This AD requires
modifying the electrical system of the throttle twist grip, inspecting
the routing of a microswitch electrical harness, and correcting the
electrical harness routing if it is incorrect. This AD was prompted by
reports of the engine remaining in idle when the twist grip was turned
from the ``forced idle'' position to the ``flight'' position. The
actions of this AD are intended to address an unsafe condition on these
products.

DATES: This AD is effective April 1, 2021.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain document listed in this AD as of April 1, 2021.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Airbus Helicopters, 2701 N Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX
75052; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER> or<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>; or at
https://www.airbus.com/helicopters/services/technical-support.html. You
may view the referenced service information at the FAA, Office of the
Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-321,
Fort Worth, TX 76177. It is also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-
0907.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-
0907; 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 AD, the European Aviation Safety Agency (now European Union
Aviation Safety Agency) (EASA) AD, any service information that is
incorporated by reference, any comments received, and other
information. The street 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ronnea Derby, Aviation Safety
Engineer, Denver ACO Branch, FAA, 26805 E 68th Ave., Denver, CO 80249;
telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to Airbus Helicopters
Model AS350B3 helicopters with a Turbomeca ARRIEL 2B engine installed.
The NPRM published in the Federal Register on October 15, 2020 (85 FR
65285). The NPRM proposed to require, based on helicopter
configuration, modifying the electrical system of the throttle twist
grip. The proposed AD also proposed to require inspecting the routing
of a microswitch electrical harness, and depending on the routing of
that electrical harness, correcting the routing. The proposed
requirements were intended to prevent failure of the electrical
operation of the throttle twist grip, which can prevent switching from
``IDLE'' mode to ``FLIGHT'' mode. During autorotation training or
during governor failure training (when the throttle grip is turned in
the low flow direction), this condition prohibits recovery from a
practice autorotation and compels the pilot to continue the
autorotation to the ground. This condition could result in unintended
touchdown to the ground at a flight-idle power setting, damage to the
helicopter, and injury to occupants.
    The NPRM was prompted by EASA AD No. 2017-0035, dated February 20,
2017 (EASA AD 2017-0035), to correct an unsafe condition for Airbus
Helicopters (formerly Eurocopter) Model AS 350 B3 helicopters with
ARRIEL 2B engines installed. EASA advises of an initial report of the
microswitch pin jammed in the pushed-in position resulting in the
engine remaining in idle when the twist grip had been turned back to
the ``flight'' position during an autorotation training exercise. This
condition could also occur during governor failure training when the
twist grip is turned in the low flow rate direction. EASA also advises
of two later reports of this condition, with one of those reports
related to an incorrectly routed electrical harness. EASA advises that
this condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to reduced
control of the helicopter.
    EASA initially issued AD No. 2006-0094, dated April 21, 2006, which
required repetitive testing of the microswitch and established a life
limit for the microswitch. Subsequent EASA AD action required reducing
that life limit, inspecting the travel of the collective lever,
performing an additional check of the collective lever for free travel,
and installing a terminating action modification that was available for
certain helicopter configurations. That modification gave priority to
the HydroMechanical Unit (HMU) flight position when the microswitch
failed to operate correctly at forced idle. EASA most recently issued
AD 2017-0035, which prompted this AD action, to include all of the
previous AD requirements and expand the terminating action modification
to other helicopter configurations.

Comments

    The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in
developing this final rule, but the FAA did not receive any comments on
the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public.

FAA's Determination

    This helicopter has been approved by EASA and is approved for
operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA's bilateral
agreement with the European Union, EASA has notified the FAA of the
unsafe condition described in its AD. The FAA is issuing this AD after
evaluating all of the information provided by EASA and determining the
unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other
helicopters of the same type design and that air safety and the public
interest require adopting the AD requirements as proposed, except for a
minor editorial change. The FAA has determined that this minor
editorial change is consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition and does not add any
additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the
NPRM.

Differences Between This AD and the EASA AD

    The EASA AD specifies a repetitive test of the microswitch, a life
limit for the microswitch, and inspecting the travel of the collective
lever, until the terminating action of modifying the electrical system
of the throttle twist grip and inspecting the routing of a microswitch
electrical harness are completed. This AD only requires modifying the
electrical system of the throttle twist grip and inspecting the routing
of a microswitch electrical harness. The EASA AD specifies performing
that terminating action in a compliance time of calendar months. This
AD requires performing the required actions before the next practice
autorotation, before the next simulated governor failure, or within 330
hours time-in service, whichever occurs first.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    The FAA reviewed Airbus Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin (ASB)
No. AS350-67.00.43, Revision 3, dated June 16, 2016, which specifies
procedures, based on different configurations, to modify the electrical
operation to give priority to the HMU flight position when the
microswitch does not operate correctly at forced idle (corresponds to
Airbus Helicopters Modification (MOD) 073357). This service information
also specifies instructions to inspect the routing of microswitch
electrical harness number ``53K''.
    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.

Other Related Service Information

    The FAA also reviewed Eurocopter ASB No. 05.00.49, Revision 3,
dated March 8, 2012. This service information specifies procedures, for
helicopters without MOD 073357 installed, for repetitive testing of the
microswitch, a life limit for the microswitch, inspecting the travel of
the collective lever, and verifying correct wiring harness
installation.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 517 helicopters of U.S.
Registry. The FAA estimates that operators may incur the following
costs in order to comply with this AD. Labor costs are estimated at $85
per work-hour. Modifying the electrical system and inspecting the
electrical harness routing takes about 30 work-hours and parts will
cost about $9,692 for an estimated cost of $12,242 per helicopter and
$6,329,114 for the U.S. fleet.

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 helicopters 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.

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:

2021-04-08 Airbus Helicopters: Amendment 39-21429; Docket No. FAA-
2020-0907; Product Identifier 2017-SW-072-AD.

(a) Applicability

    This airworthiness directive (AD) applies to Airbus Helicopters
Model AS350B3 helicopters, certificated in any category, with a
Turbomeca ARRIEL 2B engine installed.

(b) Unsafe Condition

    This AD defines the unsafe condition as failure of the
electrical operation of the throttle twist grip, which can prevent
switching from ``IDLE'' mode to ``FLIGHT'' mode. During autorotation
training or during governor failure training (when the throttle grip
is turned in the low flow direction), this condition prohibits
recovery from a practice autorotation and compels the pilot to
continue the autorotation to the ground. This condition could result
in unintended touchdown to the ground at a flight-idle power
setting, damage to the helicopter, and injury to occupants.

(c) Effective Date

    This AD becomes effective April 1, 2021.

(d) Compliance

    You are responsible for performing each action required by this
AD within the specified compliance time unless it has already been
accomplished prior to that time.

(e) Required Actions

    Before the next practice autorotation, before the next simulated
governor failure, or

within 330 hours time-in-service, whichever occurs first, modify the
electrical operation of the throttle twist grip to give priority to
the HydroMechanical Unit flight position when the microswitch does
not operate correctly at forced idle (corresponds to Airbus
Helicopters Modification (MOD) 073357) as follows:
    (1) For helicopters without MOD 073087 and without MOD 073135
installed:
    (i) Install box ``69K'' on the Full Authority Digital Engine
Control plate, relay ``81K'' on frame X1310, install fuses on the
console end comprising circuit-breaker panels ``31 ALPHA'' and ``32
ALPHA,'' and modify the electrical wiring by following the
Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph 3.B.2.a. of Airbus
Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No. AS350-67.00.43, Revision 3,
dated June 16, 2016 (ASB AS350-67.00.43), except you are not
required to discard parts.
    (ii) Inspect the routing of microswitch electrical harness
``53K'' for correct installation by following paragraph 3.B.2.e. of
ASB AS350-67.00.43. If the wiring routing is incorrect, before
further flight, correct the wiring routing by following paragraph
3.B.2.f. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.
    (2) For helicopters with MOD 073087 (series) and without MOD
073135 installed:
    (i) Install relays ``54K'' and ``81K'' on frame X1310 and modify
the electrical wiring by following paragraph 3.B.2.b. of ASB AS350-
67.00.43.
    (ii) Inspect the routing of microswitch electrical harness
``53K'' for correct installation by following paragraph 3.B.2.e. of
ASB AS350-67.00.43. If the wiring routing is incorrect, before
further flight, correct the wiring routing by following paragraph
3.B.2.f. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.
    (3) For helicopters with MOD 073087 (retrofit) and without MOD
073135 installed:
    (i) Install relay ``81K'' on frame X1310 and modify the
electrical wiring by following paragraph 3.B.2.c. of ASB AS350-
67.00.43.
    (ii) Inspect the routing of microswitch electrical harness
``53K'' for correct installation by following paragraph 3.B.2.e. of
ASB AS350-67.00.43. If the wiring routing is incorrect, before
further flight, correct the wiring routing by following paragraph
3.B.2.f. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.
    (4) For helicopters with MOD 073087 and with MOD 073135
installed:
    (i) Install relay ``81K'' on frame X1310 and modify the
electrical wiring by following paragraph 3.B.2.d. of ASB AS350-
67.00.43.
    (ii) Inspect the routing of microswitch electrical harness
``53K'' for correct installation by following paragraph 3.B.2.e. of
ASB AS350-67.00.43. If the wiring routing is incorrect, before
further flight, correct the wiring routing by following paragraph
3.B.2.f. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.
    (5) For helicopters with MOD 073084 and with MOD 073222
installed:
    (i) Install relay ``81K'' on frame X1310 and modify the
electrical wiring by following paragraph 3.B.2.g. of ASB AS350-
67.00.43, except you are not required to scrap parts.
    (ii) Inspect the routing of microswitch electrical harness
``53K'' for correct installation by following paragraph 3.B.2.e. of
ASB AS350-67.00.43. If the wiring routing is incorrect, before
further flight, correct the wiring routing by following paragraph
3.B.2.f. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.
    (6) For helicopters with optional Autopilot ``81K'' and without
MOD 073222 installed:
    (i) Position relay ``81K'' on frame X1310 by following paragraph
3.B.2.h. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.
    (ii) Inspect the routing of microswitch electrical harness
``53K'' for correct installation by following ASB AS350- 67.00.43,
paragraph 3.B.2.e. If the wiring routing is incorrect, before
further flight, correct the wiring routing by following paragraph
3.B.2.f. of ASB AS350-67.00.43.

(f) Special Flight Permits

    Special flight permits are prohibited.

(g) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, Strategic Policy Rotorcraft Section, 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 Strategic Policy Rotorcraft Section,
send it to: Manager, Strategic Policy Rotorcraft Section, FAA, 10101
Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; email
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    (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.

(h) Additional Information

    (1) Eurocopter Alert Service Bulletin No. 05.00.49, Revision 3,
dated March 8, 2012, which is not incorporated by reference,
contains additional information about the subject of this AD. For
service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus
Helicopters, 2701 N Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone
972-641-0000 or<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>; or at https://www.airbus.com/helicopters/services/technical-support.html. You may
view the referenced service information at the FAA, Office of the
Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-
321, Fort Worth, TX 76177.
    (2) The subject of this AD is addressed in European Aviation
Safety Agency (now European Union Aviation Safety Agency) (EASA) AD
No. 2017-0035, dated February 20, 2017. You may view the EASA AD on
the internet at https://www.regulations.gov in the AD Docket.

(i) Subject

    Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 7697, Engine
Control System Wiring.

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Airbus Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No. AS350-
67.00.43, Revision 3, dated June 16, 2016.
    (ii) [Reserved]
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, Airbus
Helicopters, 2701 N Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, TX 75052; telephone
972-641-0000 or<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>; or at https://www.airbus.com/helicopters/services/technical-support.html.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Office of
the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room
6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued on February 4, 2021.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2021-03657 Filed 2-24-21; 8:45 am]
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