[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 143 (Tuesday, July 26, 2016)]
[Notices]
[Pages 48788-48789]
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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[EPA-HQ-OPPT-2015-0273; FRL 9946-99-OEI]

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submitted to OMB for
Review and Approval; Comment Request; TSCA Section 5(a)(2) Significant
New Use Rules for Existing Chemicals

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: EPA has submitted the following information collection request
(ICR) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and
approval in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA): ``TSCA
Section 5(a)(2) Significant New Use Rules for Existing Chemicals'' (EPA
ICR No. 1188.13, OMB Control No. 2070-0038). This is a request to renew
the approval of an existing ICR. EPA received two comments in response
to the previously provided public review opportunity issued in the
Federal Register on September 2, 2015 (80 FR 53151), which are
addressed in this ICR. With this submission, EPA is providing an
additional 30 days for public review.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before August 25, 2016.

ADDRESSES: Submit your comments, identified by Docket ID Number EPA-HQ-
OPPT-2015-0273, to both EPA and OMB as follows:
    [ssquf] To EPA online using http://www.regulations.gov (our
preferred method) or by mail to: EPA Docket Center, Environmental
Protection Agency, Mail Code 28221T, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.,
Washington, DC 20460, and
    [ssquf] To OMB via email to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Address
comments to OMB Desk Officer for EPA.
    EPA's policy is that all comments received will be included in the
public docket without change including any personal information
provided, unless the comment includes profanity, threats, information
claimed to be Confidential Business Information (CBI) or other
information whose disclosure is restricted by statute.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Colby Lintner, Environmental
Assistance Division (7408M), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics,
Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW.,
Washington, DC 20460; telephone number:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email address:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
    Docket: Supporting documents, including the ICR that explains in
detail the information collection activities and the related burden and
cost estimates that are summarized in this document, are available in
the docket for this ICR. The docket can be viewed online at http://www.regulations.gov or in person at the EPA Docket Center, West William
Jefferson Clinton Bldg., Rm. 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave. NW.,
Washington, DC. The telephone number for the Docket Center is (202)
566-1744. For additional information about EPA's public docket, visit
http://www.epa.gov/dockets.
    ICR status: This ICR is currently scheduled to expire on July 31,
2016. Under OMB regulations, the Agency may continue to conduct or
sponsor the collection of information while this submission is pending
at OMB.
    Under PRA, 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq., an agency may not conduct or
sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of
information, unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
The OMB control numbers are displayed either by publication in the
Federal Register or by other appropriate means, such as on the related
collection instrument or form, if applicable. The display of OMB
control numbers for certain EPA regulations is consolidated in 40 CFR
part 9.
    Abstract: Section 5 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
provides EPA with a regulatory mechanism to monitor and, if necessary,
control significant new uses of chemical substances. Section 5
authorizes EPA to determine by rule (i.e., a significant new use rule
or SNUR), after considering all relevant factors, that a use of a
chemical substance represents a significant new use. If EPA determines
that a use of a chemical substance is a significant new use, section 5
requires persons to submit a significant new use notice (SNUN) to EPA
at least 90 days before they manufacture, import, or process the
substance for that use.
    EPA uses the information obtained through this collection to
evaluate the health and environmental effects of the significant new
use. EPA may take regulatory actions under TSCA section 5, 6 or 7 to
control the activities for which it has received a SNUR notice. These
actions include orders to limit or prohibit the manufacture,
importation, processing, distribution in commerce, use or disposal of
chemical substances. If EPA does not take action, section 5 also
requires EPA to publish a Federal Register notice explaining the
reasons for not taking action. This information collection addresses
the reporting and recordkeeping requirements inherent in TSCA section 5
significant new use rules.
    Respondents may claim all or part of their submission as
confidential. EPA will disclose information that is covered by a claim
of confidentiality only to the extent permitted by, and in accordance
with, the procedures in TSCA section 14 and 40 CFR part 2.
    Form Numbers: EPA Form No. 7710-25.
    Respondents/affected entities: Entities potentially affected by
this ICR are companies that manufacture, process, import, or distribute
in commerce chemical substances or mixtures.
    Respondent's obligation to respond: Mandatory (40 CFR part 721).
    Estimated number of respondents: 6 (total).
    Frequency of response: On occasion.
    Total estimated burden: 1,025 hours (per year). Burden is defined
at 5 CFR 1320.03(b).
    Total estimated cost: $100,595 (per year), includes $0 annualized
capital or operation & maintenance costs.
    Changes in the Estimates: There is an increase of 289 hours in the
total estimated respondent burden compared with the ICR currently
approved by OMB. This increase reflects EPA's updating the number of
affected sites, the average number of SNUNs submitted annually,
recalculating the average number of chemicals per SNUR, and correcting
rounding errors in the burden estimate for completing a SNUN and rule
familiarization. This change is an adjustment.

    Authority: 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.

Courtney Kerwin,
Acting Director, Collections Strategies Division.
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[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 165

[Docket No. USCG-2013-0313]
RIN 1625-AA00

Safety Zone; Bay Village Independence Day Fireworks, Lake Erie,
Bay Village, OH

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone on
Lake Erie, Bay Village, OH. This safety zone is intended to restrict
vessels from a portion of Lake Erie during the Bay Village Independence
Day Fireworks display. This temporary safety zone is necessary to
protect spectators and vessels from the hazards associated with a
fireworks display.

DATES: This rule is effective from 9:30 p.m. until 10:50 p.m. on July
4, 2013.

ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble are part of docket
[USCG-2013-0313]. To view documents mentioned in this preamble as being
available in the docket, go to http://www.regulations.gov, type the
docket number in the ``SEARCH'' box and click ``SEARCH.'' Click on Open
Docket Folder on the line associated with this rulemaking. 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.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this rule,
call or email LT Christopher Mercurio, Chief of Waterways Management,
U.S. Coast Guard Sector Buffalo; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>, email
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>If you have questions on viewing
the docket, call Barbara Hairston, Program Manager, Docket Operations,
telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Table of Acronyms

DHS Department of Homeland Security
FR Federal Register
NPRM Notice of Proposed Rulemaking
TFR Temporary Final Rule

A. Regulatory History and Information

    The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary final rule without prior
notice and opportunity to comment pursuant to authority under section
4(a) of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). This
provision authorizes an agency to issue a rule without prior notice and
opportunity to comment when the agency for good cause finds that those
procedures are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public
interest.'' Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good
cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)
with respect to this rule because doing so would be impracticable and
contrary to the public interest. The final details for this event were
not known to the Coast Guard until there was insufficient time
remaining before the event to publish an NPRM. Thus, delaying the
effective date of this rule to wait for a comment period to run would
be both impracticable and contrary to the public interest because it
would inhibit the Coast Guard's ability to protect spectators and
vessels from the hazards associated with a maritime fireworks display,
which are discussed further below.
    Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), The Coast Guard finds that good cause
exists for making this temporary rule effective less than 30 days after
publication in the Federal Register. For the same reasons discussed in
the preceding paragraph, waiting for a 30 day notice period to run
would be impracticable and contrary to the public interest.

B. Basis and Purpose

    Between 10 p.m. and 10:20 p.m. on July 4, 2013, a fireworks display
will be held on Lake Erie near Cahoon Memorial Park, Bay Village, OH.
The Captain of the Port Buffalo has determined that fireworks launched
proximate to a gathering of watercraft pose a significant risk to
public safety and property. Such hazards include premature and
accidental detonations, dangerous projectiles, and falling or burning
debris.

C. Discussion of the Final Rule

    With the aforementioned hazards in mind, the Captain of the Port
Buffalo has determined that this temporary safety zone is necessary to
ensure the safety of spectators and vessels during the Bay Village
Independence Day Fireworks. This zone will be effective and enforced
from 9:30 p.m. until 10:50 p.m. on July 4, 2013. This zone will
encompass all waters of Lake Erie, Bay Village, OH within a 560 foot
radius of position 41[deg]29'23.93'' N and 81[deg]55'44.56'' W (NAD
83).
    Entry into, transiting, or anchoring within the safety zone is
prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Buffalo or his
designated on-scene representative. The Captain of the Port or his
designated on-scene representative may be contacted via VHF Channel 16.

D. Regulatory Analyses

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

1. Regulatory Planning and Review

    This rule is not a significant regulatory action under section 3(f)
of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, as
supplemented by Executive Order 13563, Improving Regulation and
Regulatory Review, and does not require an assessment of potential
costs and benefits under section 6(a)(3) of Executive Order 12866 or
under section 1 of Executive Order 13563. The Office of Management and
Budget has not reviewed it under those Orders. It is not
``significant'' under the regulatory policies and procedures of the
Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
    We conclude that this rule is not a significant regulatory action
because we anticipate that it will have minimal impact on the economy,
will not interfere with other agencies, will not adversely alter the
budget of any grant or loan recipients, and will not raise any novel
legal or policy issues. The safety zone created by this rule will be
relatively small and enforced for relatively short time. Also, the
safety zone is designed to minimize its impact on navigable waters.
Furthermore, the safety zone has been designed to allow vessels to
transit around it. Thus, restrictions on vessel movement within that
particular area are expected to be minimal. Under certain conditions,
moreover, vessels may still transit through the safety zone when
permitted by the Captain of the Port.

2. Impact on Small Entities

    Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have
considered the impact of this proposed rule on small entities. The
Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this proposed rule
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that
this rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities. This rule will affect the following entities,
some of which might be small entities: the owners or operators of
vessels intending

to transit or anchor in a portion of Lake Erie on the evening of July
4, 2013.
    This safety zone will not have a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities for the following reasons: This
safety zone would be activated, and thus subject to enforcement, for
only 80 minutes late in the day. Traffic may be allowed to pass through
the zone with the permission of the Captain of the Port. The Captain of
the Port can be reached via VHF channel 16. Before the activation of
the zone, we would issue local Broadcast Notice to Mariners.

3. 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 rule. 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 the person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section above.
    Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you wish to
comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-REG-FAIR
(1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against small
entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy or
action of the Coast Guard.

4. Collection of Information

    This rule will not call for a new collection of information under
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

5. Federalism

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has 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. We have analyzed this rule under that Order and determined
that this rule does not have implications for federalism.

6. 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 rule will not result in
such an expenditure, we do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere
in this preamble.

7. Taking of Private Property

    This rule will 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.

8. Civil Justice Reform

    This 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.

9. Protection of Children

    We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13045, Protection
of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety Risks. This rule
is not an economically significant rule and does not create an
environmental risk to health or risk to safety that may
disproportionately affect children.

10. Indian Tribal Governments

    This rule does not have tribal implications under Executive Order
13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments,
because it does 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.

11. Energy Effects

    This action is not a ``significant energy action'' under Executive
Order 13211, Actions Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect
Energy Supply, Distribution, or Use.

12. Technical Standards

    This rule does not use technical standards. Therefore, we did not
consider the use of voluntary consensus standards.

13. Environment

    We have analyzed this 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 determined
that this action is one of a category of actions that do not
individually or cumulatively have a significant effect on the human
environment. This rule involves the establishment of a safety zone and,
therefore it is categorically excluded from further review under
paragraph 34(g) of Figure 2-1 of the Commandant Instruction. An
environmental analysis checklist supporting this determination and a
Categorical Exclusion Determination are available in the docket where
indicated under ADDRESSES.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 165

    Harbors, Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and record
keeping requirements, Security measures, Waterways.

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends
33 CFR part 165 as follows:

PART 165--REGULATED NAVIGATION AREAS AND LIMITED ACCESS AREAS

0
1. The authority citation for part 165 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  33 U.S.C. 1231; 46 U.S.C. Chapters 701, 3306, 3703;
50 U.S.C. 191, 195; 33 CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-1, 6.04-6, and 160.5; Pub.
L. 107-295, 116 Stat. 2064; Department of Homeland Security
Delegation No. 0170.1.

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2. Add Sec.  165.T09-0313 to read as follows:

Sec.  165.T09-0313  Safety Zone; Bay Village Independence Day
Fireworks, Lake Erie, Bay Village, OH.

    (a) Location. This zone will encompass all waters of Lake Erie, Bay
Village, OH within a 560 foot radius of position 41[deg]29'23.93'' N
and 81[deg]55'44.56'' W (NAD 83).
    (b) Effective and Enforcement Period. This regulation is effective
and will be enforced on July 4, 2013 from 9:30 p.m. until 10:50 p.m.
    (c) Regulations.
    (1) In accordance with the general regulations in Sec.  165.23 of
this part, entry into, transiting, or anchoring within this safety zone
is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Buffalo or
his designated on-scene representative.
    (2) This safety zone is closed to all vessel traffic, except as may
be permitted by the Captain of the Port Buffalo or his designated on-
scene representative.

    (3) The ``on-scene representative'' of the Captain of the Port
Buffalo is any Coast Guard commissioned, warrant or petty officer who
has been designated by the Captain of the Port Buffalo to act on his
behalf.
    (4) Vessel operators desiring to enter or operate within the safety
zone shall contact the Captain of the Port Buffalo or his on-scene
representative to obtain permission to do so. The Captain of the Port
Buffalo or his on-scene representative may be contacted via VHF Channel
16. Vessel operators given permission to enter or operate in the safety
zone must comply with all directions given to them by the Captain of
the Port Buffalo, or his on-scene representative.

    Dated: May 3, 2013.
S. M. Wischmann,
Captain, U. S. Coast Guard, Captain of the Port Buffalo.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. NJ22-7-000]

City of Pasadena, California; Notice of Filing

    Take notice that on December 27, 2021, City of Pasadena, California
submitted its tariff filing: 2022 Transmission Revenue Balancing
Account Adjustment/Existing Transmission Contracts update, to be
effective January 1, 2022.
    Any person desiring to intervene or to protest this filing must
file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's Rules of
Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211, 385.214). Protests will be
considered by the Commission in determining the appropriate action to
be taken but will not serve to make protestants parties to the
proceeding. Any person wishing to become a party must file a notice of
intervention or motion to intervene, as appropriate. Such notices,
motions, or protests must be filed on or before the comment date. On or
before the comment date, it is not necessary to serve motions to
intervene or protests on persons other than the Applicant.
    In addition to publishing the full text of this document in the
Federal Register, the Commission provides all interested persons an
opportunity to view and/or print the contents of this document via the
internet through the Commission's Home Page (http://www.ferc.gov) using
the ``eLibrary'' link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three
digits in the docket number field to access the document. At this time,
the Commission has suspended access to the Commission's Public
Reference Room, due to the proclamation declaring a National Emergency
concerning the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), issued by the
President on March 13, 2020. For assistance, contact the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission at [email protected] or call toll-free,
(886) 208-3676 or TYY,<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    The Commission strongly encourages electronic filings of comments,
protests and interventions in lieu of paper using the ``eFiling'' link
at http://www.ferc.gov. Persons unable to file electronically may mail
similar pleadings to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888
First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426. Hand delivered submissions in
docketed proceedings should be delivered to Health and Human Services,
12225 Wilkins Avenue, Rockville, Maryland 20852.
    Comment Date: 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on January 18, 2022.

    Dated: January 4, 2022.
Debbie-Anne A. Reese,
Deputy Secretary.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2013-0307; Directorate Identifier 2012-SW-079-AD;
Amendment 39-17410; AD 2013-07-06]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Helicopters

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting an airworthiness directive (AD) for Eurocopter
France (Eurocopter) Model AS332C, AS332L, and AS332L1 helicopters and
superseding an AD for Model AS332L2 and EC225LP helicopters. This AD
requires inspecting the chip detector and modifying the chip collector,
both installed on the main gearbox (MGB). This AD is prompted by an
investigation which showed a failure within the epicyclic reduction
gear module (epicyclic module) resulted in the rupture of the MGB case
and separation of the main rotor head of a Model AS332L2 helicopter.
These actions are intended to prevent failure of the MGB and subsequent
loss of control of the helicopter.

DATES: This AD becomes effective May 6, 2013.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain documents listed in this AD as of May 6, 2013.
    We must receive comments on this AD by June 18, 2013.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Docket: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for sending your
comments electronically.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     Mail: Send comments to the U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590-0001.
     Hand Delivery: Deliver to the ``Mail'' address between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov or in person at the Docket Operations Office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the economic evaluation, any
comments received, and other information. The street address for the
Docket Operations Office (telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>) is in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after
receipt.
    For service information identified in this AD, contact American
Eurocopter Corporation, 2701 N. Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, Texas
75052, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER> or<PHONE_NUMBER>, fax<PHONE_NUMBER>,
or at http://www.eurocopter.com/techpub. You may review the referenced
service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel,
Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Room 663, Fort Worth, Texas
76137.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Rao Edupuganti, Aerospace Engineer,
FAA, Rotorcraft Directorate, Regulations and Policy Group, 2601 Meacham
Blvd.,

Fort Worth, Texas 76137; telephone:<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax: (817) 222-
5961, email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety, and we did not provide you with notice and an opportunity to
provide your comments prior to it becoming effective. However, we
invite you to participate in this rulemaking by submitting written
comments, data, or views. We also invite comments relating to the
economic, environmental, energy, or federalism impacts that resulted
from adopting this AD. The most helpful comments reference a specific
portion of the AD, explain the reason for any recommended change, and
include supporting data. To ensure the docket does not contain
duplicate comments, commenters should send only one copy of written
comments, or if comments are filed electronically, commenters should
submit them only one time. We will file in the docket all comments that
we receive, as well as a report summarizing each substantive public
contact with FAA personnel concerning this rulemaking during the
comment period. We will consider all the comments we receive and may
conduct additional rulemaking based on those comments.

Discussion

    On December 28, 2011, we issued AD 2012-01-03, Amendment 39-16914
(77 FR 5991, February 7, 2012) for Eurocopter Model AS332L2 and EC225LP
helicopters. AD 2012-01-03, Amendment 39-16914 requires determining
whether the ``CHIP'' detector light illuminated because of a metal
particle on the chip detector of the epicyclic module, and whether the
``CHIP'' detector light stayed illuminated after the ``CHIP'' detector
switch was turned to the ``CHIP PULSE'' setting. If so, or if the
maintenance records do not indicate which ``CHIP'' detector caused the
``CHIP'' detector light to illuminate or whether the detector light
stayed illuminated after the switch was turned, AD 2012-01-03 requires
replacing the epicyclic module before further flight. AD 2012-01-03
also requires replacing the epicyclic module if, thereafter, the
``CHIP'' detector light illuminates, stays illuminated after the switch
is turned, and there is a metal particle on the epicyclic module chip
detector. Lastly, AD 2012-01-03 requires removing, modifying, re-
identifying, and reinstalling the chip collector within 50 hours time-
in-serivce (TIS) and before installing a MGB on any applicable
helicopter.
    AD 2012-01-03, Amendment 39-16914 (77 FR 5991, February 7, 2012)
was prompted by an investigation of an accident that showed a failure
within the epicyclic reduction gear module of the MGB resulted in the
rupture of the MGB case, which allowed the main rotor head to separate
from the helicopter. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which
is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, had
issued EASA AD 2009-0099-E, dated April 23, 2009 (2009-0099-E) to
correct an unsafe condition for Eurocopter Model AS332L2 and EC225LP
helicopters, and notified us of the unsafe condition in its AD. The
actions of AD 2012-01-03 are intended to prevent failure of the MGB and
subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

Actions Since Existing AD Was Issued

    Since we issued AD 2012-01-03, Amendment 39-16914 (77 FR 5991,
February 7, 2012), EASA issued EASA AD No. 2012-0129-E, dated July 13,
2012 (2012-0129-E), which superseded EASA AD 2009-0099-E, to correct an
unsafe condition for Eurocopter Model AS332C, AS332C1, AS332L, AS332L1,
AS332L2, and EC225LP helicopters. EASA advises that, based on the final
accident report following investigation of the accident that prompted
its original AD, it is necessary to standardize the inspection
intervals for all electrical and non-electrical chip detectors, require
the inspection for all models of the ``Super-Puma'' helicopter family,
and expand the inspection to all rotor drive system gear boxes (the
intermediate gearbox (IGB) and the tail gear box (TGB), in addition to
the MGB. EASA AD 2012-0129-E retains the modification of the MGB
epicyclic reduction gear module requirement of EASA AD 2009-0099-E, but
expands the applicability and requires a recurring inspection of all
electrical and non-electrical chip detectors installed on the MGB, IGB,
and TGB.

FAA's Determination

    These helicopters have been approved by the aviation authority of
France and are approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to
our bilateral agreement with France, EASA, its technical
representative, has notified us of the unsafe condition described in
the EASA AD. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all
information provided by EASA and determined the unsafe condition exists
and is likely to exist or develop on other helicopters of these same
type designs.

Related Service Information

    Eurocopter has issued Emergency ASB No. 05.00.81, Revision 3, dated
July 13, 2012 (EASB 05.00.81), for Model AS332L2 helicopters and
Emergency ASB No. 05A017, Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012 (EASB 05A017)
for Model EC225LP helicopters. Both Emergency ASBs specify procedures
for checking the chip detector on the MGB epicyclic module, modifying
the main module chip collector, reidentifying the chip collector, and
installing the chip detector.
    Eurocopter has also issued Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. AS332-
05.00.94, Revision 0, dated July 13, 2012 (ASB AS332-05.00.94), for
Model AS332 C, C1, L, L1, and L2 helicopters and ASB No. EC225-05A29,
Revision 0, dated July 13, 2012 (ASB EC225-05A29) for Model EC225 LP
helicopters. Both ASBs standardize the time interval between chip
detector inspections of the MGB, IGB, and TGB.
    EASA classified these ASBs as mandatory and issued EASA AD 2012-
0129-E to ensure continued airworthiness of these helicopters.

AD Requirements

    This AD retains the inspection and modification requirements of AD
2012-01-03, Amendment 39-16914 (77 FR 5991, February 7, 2012), and adds
the following requirements:
     For AS332 helicopters with non-electrical chip detectors
and electrical chip detectors without a caution light on the instrument
panel, within 25 hours TIS and thereafter at intervals not exceeding 25
hours TIS, inspecting the MGB, IGB, and TGB chip detectors for a chip
or magnetic particle.
     For AS332 helicopters with electrical chip detectors with
a caution light on the instrument panel, within 50 hours TIS and
thereafter at intervals not exceeding 50 hours TIS, inspecting the MGB,
IGB, and TGB chip detectors for a chip or magnetic particle.
     For EC225 helicopters, within 50 hours TIS and thereafter
at intervals not exceeding 50 hours TIS, inspecting the MGB, IGB, and
TGB chip detectors for a chip or magnetic particle. If there is a chip
or magnetic particle, verifying that the ``CHIP'' caution light
illuminates on the ``Vehicle'' page of the Vehicle Management System.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD will affect 6 helicopters of U.S.
Registry. Based on an average labor rate of $85 per work hour, we
estimate that operators may incur the following costs in order to
comply with this AD:

     Inspecting maintenance records to determine if a ``CHIP''
light illuminated within the past 200 hours TIS will take about 1.0
work-hour, for a total cost per helicopter of $85;
     Removing, inspecting, and replacing an affected epicyclic
module will require about 10 work-hours and required parts would cost
approximately $512,318, for a total cost per helicopter of $513,168;
     Removing, modifying, and reidentifying the ``CHIP''
collector will require about 14 work-hours, for a total cost per
helicopter of $1,190; and
     Inspecting the module magnetic chip detector circuit and
the MGB, IGB, and TGB chip detectors will require about 2 work-hours,
for a total cost per helicopter of $170 per inspection cycle.

FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date

    The short compliance time involved is required because the
previously-described unsafe condition can adversely affect both the
structural integrity and controllability of the helicopter. Therefore,
because these helicopters are primarily used for long-range offshore
transportation and the inspection of the MGB, IGB, and TGB chip
detectors is required within 25 hours TIS, a very short time period
based on the average flight-hour utilization rate of these helicopters,
this AD must be issued immediately.
    Since an unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate
adoption of this AD, we determined that notice and opportunity for
public comment before issuing this AD are impracticable and that good
cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    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, I certify that this AD:
    1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
    2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
    3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska to the extent that
it justifies making a regulatory distinction; 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.
    We prepared an economic evaluation of the estimated costs to comply
with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.

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

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]

0
2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by removing airworthiness directive (AD)
2012-01-03, Amendment 39-16914 (77 FR 5991, February 7, 2012) and
adding the following new AD:

2013-07-06 Eurocopter France (Eurocopter): Amendment 39-17410;
Docket No. FAA-2013-0307; Directorate Identifier 2012-SW-079-AD.

(a) Applicability

    This AD applies to Eurocopter Model AS332C, AS332L, AS332L1,
AS332L2, and EC225LP helicopters, certificated in any category.

(b) Unsafe Condition

    This AD defines the unsafe condition as degradation of the
epicyclic reduction gear module within a rotor drive system gearbox.
This condition could result in failure of the main gearbox (MGB),
intermediate gearbox (IGB), or tail gearbox (TGB) and subsequent
loss of control of the helicopter.

(c) Affected ADs

    This AD supersedes AD 2012-01-03, Amendment No. 39-16914 (77 FR
5991, February 7, 2012).

(d) Effective Date

    This AD becomes effective May 6, 2013.

(e) 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.

(f) Required Actions

    (1) For Model AS332L2 and EC225LP helicopters, before further
flight:
    (i) Determine from the maintenance records whether, within the
last 200 hours time-in-service (TIS), the ``CHIP'' detector light
illuminated because of a metal particle on the chip detector of the
MGB epicyclic module (module), and if so, whether the ``CHIP''
detector light stayed illuminated after the ``CHIP'' detector switch
was turned to the ``CHIP PULSE'' setting to activate the ``fuzz
burn-off'' feature.
    (A) If the maintenance records indicate that the ``CHIP''
detector light illuminated because of a metal particle on the chip
detector of the module, and the ``CHIP'' detector light stayed
illuminated after the ``CHIP'' detector switch was turned to the
``CHIP PULSE'' setting, replace the module with an airworthy module
before further flight.
    (B) If the maintenance records do not indicate which ``CHIP''
detector caused the ``CHIP'' detector light to illuminate, or
whether the detector light stayed illuminated after the ``CHIP''
detector switch was turned to the ``CHIP PULSE'' setting, replace
the module with an airworthy module before further flight.
    (ii) Inspect the module magnetic chip detector electrical
circuit and determine whether the system is functioning properly,
including whether the ``CHIP'' detector light annunciates on the
instrument panel (Vehicle Monitoring System Screen).
    (iii) After accomplishing paragraph (f)(1)(i)-(ii) of this AD,
thereafter, if the ``CHIP'' detector light illuminates, stays
illuminated after the chip detector switch is turned to the ``CHIP
PULSE'' setting, and there is a metal particle on the module
magnetic chip detector (rather than the main reduction gear (lower
MGB), the flared housing (mast assembly), the IGB, or the TGB chip
detectors) that caused the ``CHIP'' detector light to illuminate,
replace the module with an airworthy module.
    (iv) Within 50 hours TIS, remove, modify, reidentify, and
reinstall the chip collector as shown in Figures 2 through 5, and in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraph 2.B.1.b.1
through 2.B.1.b.5, of Eurocopter Emergency Alert Service Bulletin
(EASB) No. 05.00.81, Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012, or Eurocopter
EASB No. 05A017, Revision 3,

dated July 13, 2012, for your model helicopter.
    (v) Before installing a MGB, modify, reidentify, and reinstall
the chip collector in accordance with paragraph (f)(1)(iv) of this
AD.
    (2) Within 25 hours TIS, and thereafter at intervals not
exceeding 25 hours TIS:
    (i) For Model AS332C, L, and L1 helicopters with non-electrical
chip detectors and electrical chip detectors without a caution light
on the instrument panel, inspect the IGB, TGB, tapered housing, and
MGB bottom casing chip detectors for a chip or metallic particle.
    (ii) For Model AS332L2 helicopters with non-electrical chip
detectors and electrical chip detectors without a caution light on
the instrument panel, inspect the module, main rotor mast tapered
housing, IGB, and TGB chip detectors for a chip or metallic
particle.
    (3) Within 50 hours TIS, and thereafter at intervals not
exceeding 50 hours TIS:
    (i) For Model AS332C, L, and L1 helicopters with electrical chip
detectors with a caution light on the instrument panel, inspect the
MGB bottom casing, TGB, and IGB chip detectors for a chip or
metallic particle.
    (ii) For Model AS332L2 helicopters with electrical chip
detectors with a caution light on the instrument panel, inspect the
MGB bottom casing chip detector for a chip or magnetic particle.
    (iii) For Model EC225LP helicopters, inspect the MGB, IGB, and
TGB chip detectors for a chip or magnetic particle. If there is a
chip or magnetic particle, determine whether the ``CHIP'' caution
light illuminates on the ``Vehicle'' page of the Vehicle Management
System. If the ``CHIP'' caution light does not illuminate on the
``Vehicle'' page, perform a fault analysis.

(g) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, Safety Management Group, FAA, may approve AMOCs
for this AD. Send your proposal to: Rao Edupuganti, Aerospace
Engineer, FAA, Rotorcraft Directorate, Regulations and Policy Group,
2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76137; telephone: (817) 222-
5110; fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>, email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    (2) For operations conducted under a 14 CFR part 119 operating
certificate or under 14 CFR part 91, subpart K, we suggest that you
notify your principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector,
the manager of the local flight standards district office or
certificate holding district office, before operating any aircraft
complying with this AD through an AMOC.

(h) Additional Information

    (1) Eurocopter Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) No. AS332-05-00-94,
Revision 0, dated July 13, 2012, and ASB No. EC225-05A29, Revision
0, dated July 13, 2012, which are not incorporated by reference,
contain additional information about the subject of this AD. For
service information identified in this AD, contact American
Eurocopter Corporation, 2701 N. Forum Drive, Grand Prairie, Texas
75052, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER> or<PHONE_NUMBER>, fax (972) 641-
3775, or at http://www.eurocopter.com/techpub. You may review a copy
of the service information at the FAA, Office of the Regional
Counsel, Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Room 663, Fort Worth,
Texas 76137.
    (2) The subject of this AD is addressed in European Aviation
Safety Agency AD No. 2012-0129-E, dated July 13, 2012.

(i) Subject

    Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 6320: Main Rotor
Gearbox and 6520: Tail Rotor Gearbox.

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Eurocopter Emergency Alert Service Bulletin (EASB) No.
05.00.81, Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012.

    Note 1 to paragraph (j)(2)(i): Eurocopter EASB No. 05.00.81,
Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012, and EASB No. 05.00.58, Revision 3,
dated July 13, 2012, were published together as a single document.
EASB No. 05.00.58, Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012 is not
incorporated by reference.

    (ii) Eurocopter EASB No. 05A017, Revision 3, dated July 13,
2012.

    Note 2 to paragraph (j)(2)(ii): Eurocopter EASB No. 05A017,
Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012, and EASB No. 05A016, Revision 3,
dated July 13, 2012, were published together as a single document.
EASB No. 05A016, Revision 3, dated July 13, 2012 is not incorporated
by reference.

    (3) For Eurocopter service information identified in this AD,
contact American Eurocopter Corporation, 2701 N. Forum Drive, Grand
Prairie, Texas 75052, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER> or<PHONE_NUMBER>,
fax<PHONE_NUMBER>, or at http://www.eurocopter.com/techpub.
    (4) You may view this service information at FAA, Office of the
Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Room 663,
Fort Worth, Texas 76137. 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, call<PHONE_NUMBER>, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Fort Worth, Texas, on March 27, 2013.
Kim Smith,
Directorate Manager, Rotorcraft Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

[Docket No. FDA-2015-N-3172]

Osteoporosis Drug Development; Public Workshop; Request for
Comments

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS.

ACTION: Notice of public workshop; request for comments.

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    The Food and Drug Administration's (FDA or Agency) Division of
Bone, Reproductive, and Urologic Products in the Center for Drug
Evaluation and Research is announcing a public workshop entitled
``Osteoporosis Drug Development: Moving Forward.'' The purpose of this
workshop is to seek input from experts on scientific issues important
to clinical development of drugs and therapeutic biologics intended to
treat osteoporosis. During the workshop, attendees will discuss
potential surrogate endpoints and the endpoints' ability to predict
clinical benefit.
    Date and Time: The workshop will be held on November 4, 2015, from
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration to attend the workshop must be received
by October 21, 2015. See the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section for
information on how to register for this workshop. Submit electronic or
written comments by October 7, 2015.
    Location: The workshop will be held at the FDA White Oak Campus,
10903 New Hampshire Ave., Bldg. 31 Conference Center, in Sections B and
C of the Great Room (Rm. 1503), Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002. Entrance
for the workshop participants (non-FDA employees) is through Building
1, where routine security check procedures will be performed. For more
information on parking and security procedures, please refer to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/WorkingatFDA/BuildingsandFacilities/WhiteOakCampusInformation/ucm241740.htm.
    Contact Person: Samantha Bell, Center for Drug Evaluation and
Research, Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire Ave., Bldg.
22, Rm. 5379, Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002,<PHONE_NUMBER>, email:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Background

    FDA is announcing a public workshop entitled ``Osteoporosis Drug
Development: Moving Forward.'' The Agency will engage experts in
osteoporosis to address challenging issues related to osteoporosis drug
development. Workshop sessions will include discussions on the
indication language, target populations for treatment and prevention of
osteoporosis, and phase 3 clinical trial design issues. The afternoon
discussion session will focus on surrogate endpoints for fracture and
the requirements for validation of a surrogate endpoint. This workshop
is part of the Agency's program to facilitate the development of
surrogate endpoints, clinical endpoints, and other scientific methods
for predicting clinical benefit, in accordance with section 901 of the
Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act, signed into law
on July 9, 2012, which is titled ``Enhancement of Accelerated Patient
Access to New Medical Treatments.''

II. Participation in the Public Workshop

A. Registration and Requests for Oral Presentations

    There is no fee to attend the public workshop, but attendees should
register in advance. Space is limited and registration will be on a
first-come, first-served basis. Persons interested in attending this
workshop must register online at<EMAIL_ADDRESS>on
or before October 21, 2015. When registering, please provide complete
contact information for each attendee, including name, title,
affiliation, address, email address, and telephone number. For those
without Internet access, please contact Samantha Bell (see Contact
Person) to register. If you need special accommodations due to a
disability, please contact Samantha Bell (see Contact Person) at least
7 days in advance.
    The afternoon session will have an open public hearing. Interested
persons may present data, information, or views, orally or in writing,
on issues related to osteoporosis drug development. Those individuals
interested in making formal oral presentations should notify the
contact person and submit the following information on or before
October 21, 2015: A brief statement of the general nature of the
evidence or arguments

they wish to present, the names and addresses of proposed participants,
and an indication of the approximate time requested to make their
presentation. Oral presentations from the public will be scheduled
between approximately 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. Time allotted for each
presentation may be limited. If the number of registrants requesting to
speak is greater than can be reasonably accommodated during the
scheduled open public hearing session, FDA may conduct a lottery to
determine the speakers for the scheduled open public hearing session.
The contact person will notify interested persons regarding their
requests to speak by October 28, 2015.

B. Comments

    Regardless of whether you attend this meeting, you can submit
either electronic comments regarding this public workshop to http://www.regulations.gov or written comments to the Division of Dockets
Management (HFA-305), Food and Drug Administration, 5630 Fishers Lane,
Rm. 1061, Rockville, MD 20852. All comments should be identified with
the docket number found in brackets in the heading of this document and
must be received by December 29, 2015. Received comments may be seen in
the Division of Dockets Management between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday
through Friday, and will be posted to the docket at http://www.regulations.gov.

C. Transcripts

    Transcripts of the workshop will be available for review at the
Division of Dockets Management (see Comments) and at http://www.regulations.gov approximately 30 days after the workshop. A
transcript will also be available in either hardcopy or on CD-ROM,
after submission of a Freedom of Information request. The Freedom of
Information office address is available on the Agency's Web site at
http://www.fda.gov.

    Dated: September 3, 2015
Leslie Kux,
Associate Commissioner for Policy.
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Sunshine Act Meeting

TIME AND DATE: Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of
the Government in the Sunshine Act, Public Law 94-409, that the
Securities and Exchange Commission will hold an Open Meeting on
Wednesday, February 9, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.

PLACE: The meeting will be webcast on the Commission's website at
www.sec.gov.

STATUS: The meeting will begin at 10:00 a.m. (ET) and will be open to
the public via webcast on the Commission's website at www.sec.gov.

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED:
    1. The Commission will consider whether to propose rules and
amendments under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 (``Advisers Act'')
for private fund advisers and whether to propose amendments to the
compliance rule under the Advisers Act.
    2. The Commission will consider whether to propose new rules to
address cybersecurity risk management for investment advisers and
investment companies as well as related amendments to certain rules
regarding adviser and fund disclosures under the Investment Advisers
Act of 1940 and the Investment Company Act of 1940.
    3. The Commission will consider whether to propose rules and rule
amendments under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to shorten the
standard settlement cycle for most securities transactions. The
proposed rules and rule amendments would be applicable to broker-
dealers and certain clearing agencies. The Commission also will
consider whether to propose rule amendments under the Investment
Advisers Act of 1940 to require investment advisers to maintain certain
related records.
    4. The Commission will consider whether to propose amendments to
its whistleblower rules.

CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: For further information and to
ascertain what, if any, matters have been added, deleted or postponed,
please contact Vanessa A. Countryman from the Office of the Secretary
at<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552b.

    Dated: February 2, 2022.
Vanessa A. Countryman,
Secretary.
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. CP12-467-000]

CenterPoint Energy Gas Transmission Company, LLC; Notice of
Request Under Blanket Authorization

    Take notice that on May 22, 2012, CenterPoint Energy Gas
Transmission Company, LLC (CenterPoint), 1111 Louisiana Street,
Houston, Texas, pursuant to its blanket certificate issued in Docket
Nos. CP82-384-000, et. al., filed an application in accordance to
sections 157.210 and 157.217(b) of the Commission's Regulations under
the Natural Gas Act (NGA) as amended, to replace compression facilities
at the Ruston Storage Compressor Station located in Lincoln Paris,
Louisiana, all as more fully set forth in the application, which is on
file with the Commission and open to public inspection. The filing may
also be viewed on the web at http://www.ferc.gov using the ``eLibrary''
link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three digits in the
docket number field to access the document. For assistance, contact
FERC at OnlineSupport<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or call toll-free,<PHONE_NUMBER> or
TYY,<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    The Ruston Storage Compressor Station (Ruston) was constructed in
1969 and consists of one 4,000 horsepower (hp) Worthington MLV-14
reciprocating compressor unit which was originally installed over 40
years ago. CenterPoint has determined that Ruston needs additional
operating flexibility to dedicate compression directly to storage
injection and since CenterPoint can no longer purchase replacement
parts for the existing compressor unit, CenterPoint proposed to replace
the Worthington unit with a 4,735 hp CAT unit, comprised of a skid-
mounted control enclosure, fuel gas metering skid, and appurtenant
facilities. The proposed replacement will (1) increase Line F's
available year-round, firm capacity east of Ruston, from 147.4 MMcf/day
to 162.5 MMcf/day; (2) increase Ruston's injection deliverability from
33 MMcf/day to 34.5 MMcf/day; and (3) increase Line F's available peak
day capacity east of Ruston, from 286.4 MMcf/day to 291.3 MMcf/day. The
proposed replacement will not result in any changes to the certificated
parameters of the Ruston Storage Field. The estimated cost of the
proposed project is $13.9 million, which will be financed by available
funds and/or short-term borrowings.
    Any questions concerning this application may be directed to B.
Michelle Willis, Manager, Regulatory and Compliance, CenterPoint Energy
Gas Transmission Company, P.O. Box 21734, Shreveport, Louisiana 71151,
(318) 429-3708, or email at<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    This filing is available for review at the Commission or may be
viewed on the Commission's Web site at http://www.ferc.gov, using the
``eLibrary'' link. Enter the docket number excluding the last three
digits in the docket number filed to access the document. For
assistance, please contact FERC Online Support at OnlineSupport<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or call toll-free at<PHONE_NUMBER>, or, for
TTY, contact<PHONE_NUMBER>. Comments, protests and interventions may
be filed electronically via the Internet in lieu of paper. See, 18 CFR
385.2001(a)(1)(iii) and the instructions on the Commission's Web site
under the ``e-Filing'' link. The Commission strongly encourages
intervenors to file electronically.
    Any person or the Commission's staff may, within 60 days after
issuance of the instant notice by the Commission, file pursuant to Rule
214 of the Commission's Procedural Rules (18 CFR 385.214) a motion to
intervene or notice of intervention and pursuant to Section

157.205 of the regulations under the NGA (18 CFR 157.205), a protest to
the request. If no protest is filed within the time allowed therefore,
the proposed activity shall be deemed to be authorized effective the
day after the time allowed for filing a protest. If a protest is filed
and not withdrawn within 30 days after the allowed time for filing a
protest, the instant request shall be treated as an application for
authorization pursuant to Section 7 of the NGA.

    Dated: June 4, 2012.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

[Docket No. FDA-2020-N-0008]

Circulatory System Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory
Committee; Notice of Meeting

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, Health and Human Services (HHS).

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SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announces a forthcoming
public advisory committee meeting of the Circulatory System Devices
Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee. The general function
of the committee is to provide advice and recommendations to the Agency
on FDA's regulatory issues. The meeting will be open to the public.

DATES: The meeting will take place virtually on October 7, 2020, from 9
a.m. Eastern Time to 6 p.m. Eastern Time.

ADDRESSES: Please note that due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic,
all meeting participants will be joining this advisory committee
meeting via an online teleconferencing platform. Answers to commonly
asked questions including information regarding special accommodations
due to a disability, visitor parking, and transportation may be
accessed at: https://www.fda.gov/AdvisoryCommittees/AboutAdvisoryCommittees/ucm408555.htm.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Aden Asefa, Center for Devices and
Radiological Health, Food and Drug Administration, 10903 New Hampshire
Ave., Bldg. 66, Rm. 5214, Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002,
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>301-796-0400, or FDA Advisory Committee
Information Line, 1-800-741-8138<PHONE_NUMBER> in the Washington, DC
area). A notice in the Federal Register about last minute modifications
that impact a previously announced advisory committee meeting cannot
always be published quickly enough to provide timely notice. Therefore,
you should always check the Agency's website at https://www.fda.gov/AdvisoryCommittees/default.htm and scroll down to the appropriate
advisory committee meeting link, or call the advisory committee
information line to learn about possible modifications before the
meeting.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Agenda: The meeting presentations will be
heard, viewed, captioned, and recorded through an online
teleconferencing platform. On October 7, 2020, the committee will
discuss, make recommendations, and vote on information regarding the
premarket approval application (PMA) for the TransMedics Organ Care
System (OCS)--Heart, by TransMedics, Inc. The proposed Indication for
Use for the TransMedics OCS--Heart, as stated in the PMA, is as
follows:
    The TransMedics OCS Heart System is a portable ex-vivo organ
perfusion and monitoring system indicated for the resuscitation,
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following characteristics for transplantation into a potential
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 Expected cross-clamp or ischemic time >=4 hours due to donor
or recipient characteristics (e.g., donor-recipient geographical
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 Donor Age >=55 years
 Donors with history cardiac arrest and downtime >=20 minutes
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posterior wall thickness of >12 and <=16 millimeters)
    FDA intends to make background material available to the public no
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the background material on its website prior to the meeting, the
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the time of the advisory committee meeting, and the background material
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presentation of materials in a manner that most closely resembles an
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    Procedure: Interested persons may present data, information, or
views, orally or in writing, on issues pending before the committee.
Written submissions may be made to the contact person on or before
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session. The contact person will notify interested persons regarding
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    For press inquiries, please contact the Office of Media Affairs at
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    Dated: August 14, 2020.
Lauren K. Roth,
Associate Commissioner for Policy.
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

[Release No. 34-52777; File No. SR-Phlx-2004-37]

Self-Regulatory Organizations; Philadelphia Stock Exchange, Inc.;
Notice of Filing of a Proposed Rule Change and Amendment No. 1 Thereto
to Increase the Size of the Audit Committee

November 16, 2005.
    Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(``Act''),\1\ and Rule 19b-4 thereunder,\2\ notice is hereby given that
on May 20, 2004, the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, Inc. (``Phlx'' or
``Exchange'') filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission
(``Commission'') the proposed rule change as described in Items I, II,
and III below, which Items have been prepared by the Exchange. On
October 20, 2005, the Exchange filed Amendment No. 1 to the proposed
rule change.\3\ The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit
comments on the proposed rule change, as amended, from interested
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    \1\ 15 U.S.C. 78s(b)(1).
    \2\ 17 CFR 240.19b-4.
    \3\ In Amendment No. 1, the Exchange revised the proposed rule
text to add a definition of ``independent director'' and to make
certain technical changes, and also revised the purpose section to
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I. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Terms of Substance
of the Proposed Rule Change

    The Exchange proposes to amend the Phlx By-Laws, Article X,
Sections 10-9(a)-(b) to: (i) Allow the Board of Governors the ability
to increase the size of the Audit Committee beyond its current three
persons to a maximum of five persons, and (ii) to require the members
of the Audit Committee to be independent directors. Additionally, the
proposed amendment to the Phlx By-Laws incorporates enhanced Audit
Committee responsibilities. The text of the proposed rule change, as
amended, is below. Proposed deletions are bracketed; proposed
insertions are in italics.
* * * * *
PHLX BY-LAWS
Article 10, Sec. 10-9, Audit Committee
    SEC. 10-9.
    (a) The Audit Committee shall consist of at least three (3)
members, the exact number to be determined from time to time by the
Board of Governors. [who] All members shall [all] be [public]
[independent non-industry Governors who have no material business
relationship with the Exchange. A majority of the members, but not less
than three (3) members shall be public Governors] independent directors
who have no material relationship with the Exchange. [Audit Committee
members shall not serve in a management capacity with the Exchange or
any affiliate thereof and must be free of any other relationships that,
by decision of the Board of Governors, would interfere with the
exercise of independent judgment.] The term ``independent director''
will be defined as a director who has no material relationship with the
Exchange or any affiliate of the Exchange, any Member of the Exchange
or any affiliate of such Member, or any issuer of securities that are
listed or traded on the Exchange or a facility of the Exchange. The
term ``material relationship'' will be defined as a relationship,
whether compensatory or otherwise, that reasonably could affect the
independent judgment or decision-making of the director.
    (b) The Audit Committee shall have responsibility for dealings with
the Exchange's [independent public accountants including] external
auditors, which includes: (i) [making recommendations to the Board of
Governors as to] sole responsibility for the appointment, retention and
[dismissal of such public accountants] replacement of such auditors;
(ii) direct oversight over such auditors; (iii) review, at least
annually, of the qualification and performance of such auditors;
[reviewing the scope of their services and fees; (iii) reviewing the
audit plan;] (iv) direct authority to resolve disagreements between
management and such auditors regarding financial reporting [reviewing
internal controls]; (v) responsibility to ensure the rotation of the
lead and concurrent auditors every five years and certain other
auditors every seven years, with time out periods; (vi) evaluation of
the independence of external auditors, including ensuring that, other
than deferred tax and compliance services, external auditors do not
engage in certain non-audit services, as identified in the Audit
Committee Charter, when they conduct audits for the Exchange, and
approval of non-audit services where appropriate; (vii) [reviewing]
review of the ``management letter'' and reply thereto; and (viii)
[having] the ability to meet with [the public accountants] external
auditors without Exchange officers or employees.
    The Audit Committee shall have responsibility for the Exchange's
Internal Audit Department, which shall report to the Audit Committee.
Such responsibility will include review of policies and procedures for
and significant reports produced by the Internal Audit Department.
    The Audit Committee shall review any legal matters that may
materially impact the Exchange's financial statements and all
examination, inspection or other reports made by any regulatory agency
with regulatory oversight for the Exchange and the Exchange's responses
thereto.
    The Audit Committee shall review, at least annually, compliance
with the Exchange's Code of Conduct with the assistance of the General
Counsel's office.
    The Audit Committee shall have the authority to conduct special
reviews of any alleged improper conduct with respect to Exchange
related activity, operations, finance or regulation.
    The Audit Committee shall establish procedures for the receipt,
retention, and treatment of complaints received by the Exchange
regarding accounting, internal accounting controls, or other auditing
matters and confidential anonymous submissions by Exchange employees
regarding questionable accounting practices.
    The Audit Committee may select and engage its own [counsel,
consultants, accountants or other experts] advisor(s) to assist [in
such reviews] it in carrying out its duties.
    The Audit Committee shall determine the appropriate amount of
funding to be

provided by the Exchange for the purpose of paying: (i) Compensation to
external auditors retained by the Audit Committee to prepare or issue
an audit report; (ii) compensation to adviser(s) employed by the Audit
Committee that it determines are necessary to carry out its duties; and
(iii) ordinary administrative expenses of the Audit Committee that are
necessary or appropriate to carry out its duties in respect of external
auditors.
    The Audit Committee shall have the authority to compel to appear
and/or provide documents or other information, by members, member
organizations, associated persons of member organizations, members of
the Board of Governors, committee members, Exchange officers or
Exchange employees.
    (c) The Audit Committee shall meet at least once every calendar
quarter.
* * * * *

II. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Purpose of, and
Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change

    In its filing with the Commission, the Exchange included statements
concerning the purpose of, and basis for, the proposed rule change, as
amended, and discussed any comments it received on the proposal. The
text of these statements may be examined at the places specified in
Item IV below. The Exchange has prepared summaries, set forth in
Sections A, B, and C below, of the most significant aspects of such
statements.

A. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Purpose of, and
Statutory Basis for, the Proposed Rule Change

1. Purpose
    The purpose of the proposed rule change, as amended, is to
strengthen the composition and charter of the Exchange's Audit
Committee by increasing the pool of candidates eligible to serve, which
may bring additional expertise to the Committee, as well as codifying
more of the Audit Committee's responsibilities. The Exchange believes
that expanding the size of its Audit Committee to permit (but not
mandate) additional Committee members should be beneficial, because
additional persons should bring new and different expertise and
experience to Committee workings. The Exchange further believes that by
setting higher standards with the independence requirement, it will
promote independent decision-making by the Audit Committee. The term
``independent director'' would be defined as a director who has no
material relationship with the Exchange or any affiliate of the
Exchange, any member of the Exchange or any affiliate of such member,
or any issuer of securities that are listed or traded on the Exchange
or a facility of the Exchange.\4\ The term ``material relationship''
would be defined as a relationship, whether compensatory or otherwise,
that reasonably could affect the independent judgment or decision-
making of the director.\5\
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    \4\ In submitting this proposal, the Exchange has cited to the
Commission's proposed rules for ``independent directors'' of self-
regulatory organizations and certain other aspects of the
Commission's self-regulatory organization governance proposal. See
Securities Exchange Act Release No. 50699 (November 18, 2004), 69 FR
71126 (December 8, 2004) (proposing Commission rules relating to the
governance of self-regulatory organizations, among other things)
(``SRO Governance Proposal''), Proposed Rules 6a-5(c)(2) and 15Aa-
3(c)(2).
    \5\ See SRO Governance Proposal, Proposed Rules 6a-5(b)(13) and
15Aa-3(b)(14) (proposed definition of ``material relationship'').
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    The proposal would require the Exchange's Board of Governors' to
determine whether each Audit Committee member is independent upon that
director's nomination and thereafter no less frequently than annually
and as often as necessary in light of the director's circumstances.\6\
The proposal would also give the Exchange's Board of Governors the
opportunity from time to time to adjust the number of members of the
Exchange's Audit Committee.
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    \6\ See SRO Governance Proposal, Proposed Rules 6a-5(c)(2) and
15Aa-3(c)(2) (proposed schedule of independence determinations by
Board).
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    The Exchange believes that the codification of the Committee's
responsibilities with greater specificity is also appropriate. The
proposal incorporates into the Phlx By-Laws enhanced Audit Committee
responsibilities that are primarily adopted from the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
of 2002.\7\ The Exchange also proposes to remove the phrase
``independent public accountants'' from Section 10-9(b) of Article X of
the Phlx By-Laws and replace it with the phrase ``external auditors''
to broaden the scope of the audit committee's oversight.
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    \7\ While the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 does not by its terms
apply to the Exchange, the Exchange has embraced applicable concepts
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2. Statutory Basis
    The Exchange believes that its proposal is consistent with Section
6(b) of the Act \8\ in general, and furthers the objectives of Section
6(b)(5) of the Act \9\ in particular, in that it is designed to protect
investors and the public interest.
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    \8\ 15 U.S.C. 78f(b).
    \9\ 15 U.S.C. 78f(b)(5).
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B. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Burden on Competition

    The Exchange does not believe that the proposed rule change, as
amended, will impose any burden on competition that is not necessary or
appropriate in furtherance of the purposes of the Act.

C. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Comments on the Proposed
Rule Change Received From Members, Participants or Others

    No written comments were either solicited or received.

III. Date of Effectiveness of the Proposed Rule Change and Timing for
Commission Action

    Within 35 days of the date of publication of this notice in the
Federal Register or within such longer period (i) as the Commission may
designate up to 90 days of such date if it finds such longer period to
be appropriate and publishes its reasons for so finding or (ii) as to
which the Exchange consents, the Commission will:
    (A) By order approve the proposed rule change, or
    (B) Institute proceedings to determine whether the proposed rule
change should be disapproved.

IV. Solicitation of Comments

    Interested persons are invited to submit written data, views, and
arguments concerning the foregoing, including whether the proposed rule
change, as amended, is consistent with the Act. Comments may be
submitted by any of the following methods:

Electronic Comments

     Use the Commission's Internet comment form (http://www.sec.gov/rules/sro.shtml.
); or     Send an e-mail to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Please include

File Number SR-Phlx-2004-37 on the subject line.

Paper Comments

     Send paper comments in triplicate to Jonathan G. Katz,
Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street, NE.,
Washington, DC 20549-9303.
    All submissions should refer to File Number SR-Phlx-2004-37. This
file number should be included on the subject line if e-mail is used.
To help the Commission process and review your comments more
efficiently, please use only one method. The Commission will post all
comments on the Commission's Internet Web site (http://www.sec.gov/

rules/sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments,
all written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that
are filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating
to the proposed rule change between the Commission and any person,
other than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance
with the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be available for inspection
and copying in the Commission's Public Reference Room. Copies of the
filing also will be available for inspection and copying at the
principal office of the Exchange. All comments received will be posted
without change; the Commission does not edit personal identifying
information from submissions. You should submit only information that
you wish to make available publicly. All submissions should refer to
File Number SR-Phlx-2004-37 and should be submitted on or before
December 19, 2005.

    For the Commission, by the Division of Market Regulation,
pursuant to delegated authority.\10\
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Jonathan G. Katz,
Secretary.
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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 181 (Tuesday, September 18, 2012)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 57531-57533]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2012-0982; Directorate Identifier 2012-CE-035-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Stemme GmbH & Co. KG Powered Sailplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Stemme GmbH & Co. KG Models S10, S10-V, and S10-VT powered sailplanes.
This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another
country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as unapproved rubber
hoses installed in the engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems, which
could lead to a system leak and result in an engine fire. We are
issuing this proposed AD to require actions to address the unsafe
condition on these products.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by November 2,
2012.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact
STEMME AG,

Flugplatzstrasse F2, Nr. 7 15344 Strausberg, Germany; telephone: +49
(0) 3341 3612-0, fax: +49 (0) 3341 3612-30; Internet: http://www.stemme.de/daten/e/index.html. You may review copies of the
referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate,
901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street
address for the Docket Office (telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>) is in the
ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly
after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jim Rutherford, Aerospace Engineer,
FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City,
Missouri 64106; telephone:<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2012-0982;
Directorate Identifier 2012-CE-035-AD'' at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this proposed AD because of those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this proposed AD.

Discussion

    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued AD
No. 2012-0154, dated August 17, 2012 (referred to after this as ``the
MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The
MCAI states:

    An occurrence has been reported of an engine fire during ground
run of a S10-VT powered sailplane. The investigation results
indicated that an unapproved fuel hose was installed in the engine
fuel system of that aeroplane. Subsequent survey of some N-
registered S 10 aeroplanes revealed more cases of installation of
unapproved fuel, oil and cooling hoses on sailplanes engine systems.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to a
system leak with subsequent engine fire, possibly resulting in
damage to the sailplane and/or injury of occupants.
    Prompted by these findings, Stemme GmbH developed a procedure
for identification of these hoses, to have them removed from
service.
    For the reasons described above, this AD requires a one-time
review of the sailplane's maintenance records to determine whether a
serviceable engine hose kit for fuel, oil and cooling systems has
been installed and, depending on findings, replacement of the
affected hoses with serviceable parts.

You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD
docket.

Relevant Service Information

    Stemme F & D has issued Installation Instruction A34-10-093-01,
dated August 13, 2012; and Installation Instruction A34-10-093-02,
dated August 13, 2012. The actions described in this service
information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in
the MCAI.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of the Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant
to our bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, they
have notified us of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and
service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because
we evaluated all information and determined the unsafe condition exists
and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type
design.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this proposed AD will affect 63 products of U.S.
registry. We also estimate that it would take about .5 work-hour per
product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The
average labor rate is $85 per work-hour.
    Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed AD on
U.S. operators to be $2,677.50, or $42.50 per product.
    In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions would
take about 8 work-hours and require parts costing $1,957, for a cost of
$2,637 per product for Models S10 and S10-V. We also estimate that any
necessary follow-on actions would take about 16 work-hours and require
parts costing $1,311, for a cost of $2,671 per product for Model S10-
VT. We have no way of determining the number of products that may need
these actions.

Authority for This Rulemaking

    Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
    We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 this proposed
regulation:
    (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.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

    1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.

Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

    2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new AD:

Stemme GmbH & Co. KG: Docket No. FAA-2012-0982; Directorate
Identifier 2012-CE-035-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by November 2, 2012.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Stemme GmbH & Co. KG Models S10, S10-V, and
S10-VT powered sailplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any
category.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 71: Powerplant.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another
country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as unapproved
rubber hoses installed in the engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems.
We are issuing this proposed AD to prevent a system leak, which
could lead to an engine fire.

(f) Actions and Compliance

    Unless already done, do the following actions:
    (1) If, on the effective date of this AD, the date of
manufacture of the sailplane is less than five years old, before
further flight after the effective date of this AD, review the
sailplane's maintenance records/logbook for evidence as to whether
the engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber hoses have been
replaced since new. Based on this review, if:
    (i) There is no logbook evidence, i.e. logbook entry, that the
engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber hoses have been
replaced since new, before further flight, make a logbook entry
showing compliance with this AD.
    (ii) There is logbook evidence, i.e. logbook entry, that the
engine fuel, oil, and/or cooling systems rubber hoses have been
replaced since new, before further flight, review the sailplane's
maintenance records/logbook for current documentation of hose
conformity through a Declaration of Conformity (DoC) or a European
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Form 1.
    (A) If you can find current documentation of a DoC or an EASA
Form 1, before further flight, make a logbook entry showing
compliance with this AD.
    (B) If you cannot find current documentation of a DoC or an EASA
Form 1, before further flight, replace the affected hose(s) with
FAA-approved serviceable hoses following Stemme F & D Installation
Instruction A34-10-093- 01, dated August 13, 2012; or Stemme F & D
Installation Instruction A34-10-093- 02, dated August 13, 2012, as
applicable.
    (2) If, on the effective date of this AD, the date of
manufacture of the sailplane is five years old or older, before
further flight after the effective date of this AD, review the
sailplane's maintenance records/logbook for evidence of the date the
engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber hoses were last
replaced and for documentation of hose conformity through a DoC or a
EASA Form 1. Based on this review, if:
    (i) There is logbook evidence, i.e. logbook entry, that the
installed engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber hoses are
less than five years old and there is current documentation of hose
conformity with a DoC or an EASA Form 1, before further flight, make
a logbook entry showing compliance with this AD.
    (ii) There is logbook evidence, i.e. logbook entry, that the
installed engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber hoses are
less than five years old, but there is no current documentation of
hose conformity with a DoC or an EASA Form 1, before further flight,
replace the affected hoses with FAA-approved serviceable hoses
following Stemme F & D Installation Instruction A34-10-093- 01,
dated August 13, 2012; or Stemme F & D Installation Instruction A34-
10-093- 02, dated August 13, 2012, as applicable.
    (iii) There is logbook evidence, i.e. logbook entry, that the
installed engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber hoses are
over five years, before further flight, replace the hoses with FAA-
approved serviceable hoses following Stemme F & D Installation
Instruction A34-10-093- 01, dated August 13, 2012; or Stemme F & D
Installation Instruction A34-10-093- 02, dated August 13, 2012, as
applicable.
    (3) As of the effective date of this AD, only install FAA-
approved serviceable engine fuel, oil, and cooling systems rubber
hoses following Stemme F & D Installation Instruction A34-10-093-
01, dated August 13, 2012; or Stemme F & D Installation Instruction
A34-10-093- 02, dated August 13, 2012, as applicable, and that have
a current documentation of hose conformity, i.e., DoC or EASA Form
1.

(g) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
Standards Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send
information to ATTN: Jim Rutherford, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small
Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri
64106; telephone:<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Before using any approved AMOC on any
sailplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate
principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office
(FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
    (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
    (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, a federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person
is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a
penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information
subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless
that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control
Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is
2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is
estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the
time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the
collection of information. All responses to this collection of
information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this
burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to
the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn:
Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.

 (h) Related Information

    Refer to MCAI EASA AD No. 2012-0154, dated August 17, 2012;
Stemme F & D Installation Instruction A34-10-093- 01, dated August
13, 2012; and Stemme F & D Installation Instruction A34-10-093- 02,
dated August 13, 2012, for related information. For service
information related to this AD, contact STEMME AG, Flugplatzstrasse
F2, Nr. 7 15344 Strausberg, Germany; telephone: +49 (0) 3341 3612-0,
fax: +49 (0) 3341 3612-30; Internet: http://www.stemme.de/daten/e/index.html. You may review copies of the referenced service
information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust,
Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on September 11, 2012.
Earl Lawrence,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2012-22941 Filed 9-17-12; 8:45 am]
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