[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 108 (Monday, June 6, 2016)]
[Notices]
[Pages 36303-36304]
[FR Doc No: 2016-13301]

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ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY

[EPA-HQ-OPP-2014-0233; FRL-9947-12]

Stakeholder Workshop To Discuss Interim Scientific Methods Used
in Draft Biological Evaluations; Notice of Public Meeting

AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: EPA's Office of Pesticide Programs, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (FWS), and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)
(collectively, the Services), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture
(USDA) are holding a 2-day workshop to discuss potential refinements to
the interim scientific methods used in the first nationwide draft
biological evaluations for chlorpyrifos, diazinon, and malathion,
released for public comment on April 11, 2016. These interim scientific
methods were developed by EPA and the Services, with collaboration from
USDA on crop production, pesticide use, and the spatial footprint of
agricultural use patterns, in response to the 2013 National Academy of
Sciences (NAS) report entitled, ``Assessing Risks to Endangered and
Threatened Species from Pesticides.'' This workshop builds upon public
meetings held in November 2013, April and October 2014, and April 2015,
and provides a forum for stakeholders to offer scientific and technical
feedback on three topics of interest: (1) Improving aquatic modeling,
(2) refinements to Step 1 (making ``may affect'' or ``no effect''
determinations) and Step 2 (making ``likely to adversely affect'' or
``not likely to adversely affect'' determinations), and (3) the weight
of evidence approach. The workshop is not designed, or intended, to be
a decision-making forum; consensus will not be sought, or developed at
the meeting. This meeting is intended to further the agencies' goal of
developing a sustainable methodology and process as part of the
consultation process for assessing pesticide impacts on threatened and
endangered (listed) species that is efficient, inclusive, and
transparent.

DATES: The meeting will be held on June 29, 2016 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30
p.m. and June 30, 2016 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be a
teleconference line and webinar available for those interested in
calling in for introductory and concluding plenary sessions at the
beginning and the end of the workshop. Attendees must register by June
22, 2016 to attend either in person or via teleconference/webinar.
    To request accommodation of a disability, please contact the
person(s) listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATON CONTACT, preferably at
least 10 days prior to the meeting, to give EPA and the Services as
much time as possible to process your request.

ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at FWS Skyline Bldg. 7, 5275
Leesburg Pike, Bailey's Crossroads, VA 22041-3803, in the Rachel Carson
Room. See Unit III for additional information.
    Requests to participate in the meeting, identified by docket
identification (ID) number EPA-HQ-OPP-2014-0233, may be submitted to
the persons listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For general information and to
register to attend, contact: Khue Nguyen, Pesticide Re-evaluation
Division (7508P), Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental
Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20460-
0001; telephone number:<PHONE_NUMBER>; email address:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>    For meeting logistics and special accommodations, contact: Leona
Laniawe, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters, Ecological
Services, 5275 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, VA 22041-3803; telephone:
(703) 358-2640; email address<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. General Information

A. Does this action apply to me?

    You may be potentially affected by this action if you develop,
manufacture, formulate, sell, and/or apply pesticide products, and if
you are interested in the potential impacts of pesticide use on listed
species. The following list of North American Industrial Classification
System (NAICS) codes is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather
provides a guide to help readers determine whether this document
applies to them. Potentially affected entities may include:
     Crop Production (NAICS code 111).
     Animal Production (NAICS code 112).
     Food Manufacturing (NAICS code 311).

     Pesticide Manufacturing (NAICS code 32532).

B. How can I get copies of this document and other related information?

    The docket for this action, identified by docket ID number EPA-HQ-
OPP-2014-0233, is available at http://www.regulations.gov or at the
Office of Pesticide Programs Regulatory Public Docket (OPP Docket) in
the Environmental Protection Agency Docket Center (EPA/DC), West
William Jefferson Clinton Bldg., Rm. 3334, 1301 Constitution Ave., NW.,
Washington, DC 20460-0001. The Public Reading Room is open from 8:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The
telephone number for the Public Reading Room is<PHONE_NUMBER>, and the
telephone number for the OPP Docket is<PHONE_NUMBER>. Please review
the visitor instructions and additional information about the docket
available at http://www.epa.gov/dockets.

II. Background

    This workshop is an opportunity for stakeholders and agencies to
continue their dialogue on the technical aspects of implementing the
NAS recommendations in the context of ongoing interagency efforts to
develop a method for assessing risks to endangered species. This
workshop builds upon implementation of the enhanced stakeholder
engagement process that was finalized in March 2013, and public
meetings held in November 2013, April and October 2014, and April 2015.
The workshop is not designed, or intended to be a decision-making
forum; consensus will not be sought, or developed at the meeting.
Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback and suggest ideas for
further refinement in three topic areas related to the draft biological
evaluations for the three pilot chemicals (chlorpyrifos, diazinon, and
malathion): (1) Improving aquatic exposure modeling, (2) refinements to
the interim method for Step 1 (making ``may affect'' or ``no effect''
determinations) and Step 2 (making ``likely to adversely affect'' or
``not likely to adversely affect'' determinations), and (3) the
approach to the weight of evidence.
    The structure of this workshop differs from the structure of
previous workshops. Only the opening and concluding plenary sessions of
the workshop will be open to the general public. The rest of the
workshop is divided into 6 breakout groups. Each breakout group will
discuss technical questions related to the three main topics of
interest: (1) Improving aquatic modeling, (2) refinements to Step 1 and
Step 2, and (3) the approach to the weight of evidence. Because of the
highly technical nature of these topics, the breakout groups will be by
invitation only during initial registration. Invitees with specialized
expertise in the three topic areas will be identified by the workshop
Steering Committee composed of members from EPA, FWS, NMFS, and
representatives from industry, grower groups, and environmental non-
governmental organizations (NGOs). After initial registration, each
breakout group will be open to the public on a first-come-first-served
basis until maximum capacity is reached. Maximum capacity is 20 people
per breakout group.
    The agencies' interim approach document entitled, ``Interagency
Approach for Implementation of the National Academy of Sciences
Report'', dated November 13, 2013, and the presentation materials from
the November 2013 stakeholder workshop are available at: http://www.epa.gov/oppfead1/endanger/2013/nas.html. Presentations supporting
the previous stakeholder workshops held in April and October 2014 are
available in the docket EPA-HQ-OPP-2014-0233. Presentations supporting
the stakeholder workshop in April 2015 and the draft biological
evaluations for chlorpyrifos, diazinon, and malathion are available at:
https://www.epa.gov/endangered-species/implementing-nas-report-recommendations-ecological-risk-assessment-endangered-and.
    Representatives from the federal agencies will participate in the
breakout groups and plenary sessions to guide the discussion and answer
clarifying questions regarding the need for refinement of the current
interim methods. The agencies see this workshop as an integral
component of the stakeholder engagement process developed for pesticide
consultations that contributes to the agencies' commitment to adapt and
refine the interim approaches as we progress through the initial
pesticide consultations for chlorpyrifos, diazinon, and malathion.

III. How can I request to participate in this meeting?

    You may submit a request to participate in this meeting to the
person(s) listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT. Do not submit
any information in your request that is considered CBI. Requests to
participate in the meeting, identified by docket ID number EPA-HQ-OPP-
2014-0233, must be received on or before June 22, 2016.

    Authority: 7 U.S.C. 136 et seq.

    Dated: May 31, 2016.
Michael Goodis,
Acting Director, Pesticide Re-evaluation Division, Office of Pesticide
Programs.
[FR Doc. 2016-13301 Filed 6-3-16; 8:45 am]
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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 174 (Friday, September 7, 2012)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 55163-55166]
[FR Doc No: 2012-22063]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2012-0111; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-089-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of
comment period.

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SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive
(AD) for certain Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-
300 series airplanes; and Model A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642
airplanes. That NPRM proposed to require performing a detailed
inspection for degradation of the bogie pivot pins and for any cracks
and damage of the pivot pin bushes of the main and central landing
gear; a magnetic particle inspection of the affected bogie pivot pins
for corrosion and base metal cracks; and repairing or replacing bogie
pivot pins and pivot pin bushes, if necessary. That NPRM was prompted
by reports of cracks in the bogie pivot pin caused by material heating
due to friction between the bogie pivot pin and bush, leading to chrome
detachment and chrome dragging on the bogie pivot pin. This action
revises that NPRM by adding repetitive inspections and expanding the
applicability. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct cracks
and damage to the main and central landing gear, which could result in
the collapse of the landing gear and adversely affect the airplane's
continued safe flight and landing. Since these actions impose an
additional burden over that proposed in the NPRM, we are reopening the
comment period to allow the public the chance to comment on these
proposed changes.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by October 22,
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, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact
Airbus SAS--Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61
93 45 80; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may review copies of the referenced service
information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call<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 Operations office
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 Operations office (telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>) is
in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket
shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-1138; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

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-2012-0111;
Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-089-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 based on those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.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

    We proposed to amend 14 CFR part 39 with an earlier NPRM for the
specified products, which was published in the Federal Register on
February 10, 2012 (77 FR 7007). That earlier NPRM proposed to require
actions intended to address the unsafe condition for the products
listed above.
    Since that NPRM (77 FR 7007, February 10, 2012) was issued, we have
determined that repetitive inspections of the bogie pivot pin are
necessary to address the identified unsafe condition, and we have
expanded the applicability to include all Airbus Model A330-200, A330-
200 Freighter, A330-300, A340-200, and A340-300 series airplanes; and
Model A340-541 and Model A340-642 airplanes.
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2012-0053, dated March 30, 2012 (referred to
after this as ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:

    During removals of A330/340 Main Landing Gear (MLG) Bogie Beams
and A340-500/600 Center Landing Gear (CLG) Bogie Beams, cracks in
the bogie pivot pin were found.
    Investigations indicated that these findings were the result of
material heating, caused by friction between bogie pivot pin and
bush, leading to chrome detachment and stress corrosion cracking.

    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
collapse of the main or center landing gear, possibly resulting in
damage to the aeroplane and/or injury to occupants.
    As a precautionary measure, EASA issued AD 2011-0040 to require
a one-time [detailed] inspection of the MLG (all types of A330 and
A340 aeroplanes) and CLG (A340-500/600 aeroplanes only) to detect
degradation or cracking of the bogie pivot pin [and to detect cracks
and damage of the bushes], as applicable to aeroplane model, and the
reporting of inspections results.
    Following issuance of EASA AD 2011-0040, several operators
reported finding chrome detachment or chrome dragging on bogie pivot
pin. New cases of cracks were also reported. It has been confirmed
as well that, due to similar design, the enhanced MLG bogie pivot
pin (Airbus modification 54500) could also be affected by this
condition.
    Prompted by these findings, Airbus have developed an inspection
programme consisting of repetitive inspections of the bogie pivot
pin and applicable corrective actions.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD, which
supersedes EASA AD 2011-0040 and extends the applicability to all
A330 and A340 aeroplanes, requires accomplishment of repetitive
inspections of the MLG and CLG (for A340-500 and A340-600
aeroplanes) bogie pivot pins and pivot pin bushes, and corrective
actions, depending on findings.

Required actions also include, for certain airplanes, a magnetic
particle inspection of the bogie pivot pin for corrosion and base metal
cracks. The corrective actions include replacing any cracked or damaged
pivot pin bush with a new or serviceable pivot pin bush, and replacing
any corroded or cracked bogie pin with a new bogie pin. You may obtain
further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket.

Relevant Service Information

    Airbus has issued the following service bulletins:
     Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, Revision
02, including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A330-200 series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes,
and Model A330-300 series airplanes).
     Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, Revision
01, including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-200 series airplanes and Model A340-300 series airplanes).
     Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, Revision
01, including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642 airplanes).
    The actions described in this service information are intended to
correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to comment on the original NPRM
(77 FR 7007, February 10, 2012). We received no comments on that NPRM
or on the determination of the cost to the public.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This 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 the State of Design Authority, we have
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service
information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we
evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same
type design.
    Certain changes described above expand the scope of the earlier
NPRM (77 FR 7007, February 10, 2012). As a result, we have determined
that it is necessary to reopen the comment period to provide additional
opportunity for the public to comment on this proposed AD.

Costs of Compliance

    Based on the service information, we estimate that this proposed AD
would affect about 29 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that
it would take about 22 work-hours 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 $54,230, or $1,870 per product.
    In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions would
take about 6 work-hours and require parts costing $21,222, for a cost
of $21,732 per product. 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.
    We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this proposed 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.

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:

Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2012-0111; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-
089-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by October 22, 2012.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -
243, -223F, -243F, -301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342,
and -343 airplanes; Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313
airplanes; and Model A340-541 and Model A340-642 airplanes;
certificated in any category; all manufacturer serial numbers.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing
gear.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the bogie pivot pin
caused by material heating due to friction between the bogie pivot
pin and bush, leading to chrome detachment and chrome dragging on
the bogie pivot pin. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct
cracks and damage to the main and central landing gear, which could
result in the collapse of the landing gear and adversely affect the
airplane's continued safe flight and landing.

(f) Compliance

    You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD
performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions
have already been done.

(g) Detailed Inspection

    Within 26 months after the effective date of this AD or 26
months after the first flight of the airplane, whichever occurs
later; but no earlier than 12 months after the first flight of the
airplane: Do a detailed inspection for degradation (i.e., loss of
chromium plate, loose chromium, sharp edges) of the bogie pivot pins
and for any cracks and damage of the pivot pin bushes of the main
landing gear, and as applicable, the central landing gear, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable
service bulletin specified in paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3) of
this AD. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed
26 months. Accomplishment of an overhaul of the landing gear does
not substitute the accomplishment of the inspection as required by
this paragraph.
    (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, Revision 02,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A330-200 series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series
airplanes, and Model A330-300 series airplanes).
    (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-200 series airplanes and Model A340-300 series airplanes).
    (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642 airplanes).

(h) Corrective Action if any Pivot Pin Bush is Found Cracked or Damaged

    If, during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
any pivot pin bush is found cracked or damaged: Before further
flight, repair or replace the pivot pin bush with a new or
serviceable pivot pin bush, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of the applicable service bulletin specified paragraph
(h)(1), (h)(2), or (h)(3) of this AD.
    (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, Revision 02,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A330-200 series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series
airplanes, and Model A330-300 series airplanes).
    (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-200 series airplanes and Model A340-300 series airplanes).
    (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642 airplanes).

(i) Corrective Action if Any Bogie Pivot Pin is Found With Degraded
Chrome Plating

    If, during any inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
degraded chrome plating on any bogie pivot pin is found: Before
further flight, do a non-destructive test (magnetic particle
inspection) of the affected bogie pivot pin for corrosion and base
metal cracks, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
the applicable service bulletin specified paragraph (i)(1), (i)(2),
or (i)(3) of this AD.
    (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, Revision 02,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A330-200 series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series
airplanes, and Model A330-300 series airplanes).
    (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-200 series airplanes and Model A340-300 series airplanes).
    (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642 airplanes).

(j) Corrective Action if Any Bogie Pivot Pin Is Found Corroded or the
Base Metal Is Found Cracked During the Non-Destructive Test

    If, during the non-destructive test (magnetic particle
inspection) specified in paragraph (i) of this AD, the bogie pivot
pin is found corroded or the base metal is cracked: Before further
flight, repair or replace the bogie pin with a new or serviceable
bogie pin, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the
applicable service bulletin specified paragraph (j)(1), (j)(2), or
(j)(3) of this AD.
    (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, Revision 02,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A330-200 series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series
airplanes, and Model A330-300 series airplanes).
    (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-200 series airplanes and Model A340-300 series airplanes).
    (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, Revision 01,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642 airplanes).

(k) No Terminating Action

    Accomplishment of the corrective actions required by paragraphs
(h) and (j) does not terminate the repetitive inspections in
paragraph (g) of this AD.

(l) Reporting Requirement

    Submit a one-time report of the findings (both positive and
negative) of the inspections required by paragraphs (g) and (i) of
this AD to Airbus, Customer Services Directorate, 1 Rond Point
Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex France, ATTN: SDC32 Technical
Data and Documentation Services; fax (+33) 5 61 93 28 06; email
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>at the applicable time specified in
paragraph (l)(1) or (l)(2) of this AD. The report must include the
inspection results and description of any discrepancies found.
    (1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of
this AD: Submit the report within 90 days after the inspection.
    (2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this
AD: Submit the report within 90 days after the effective date of
this AD.

(m) Credit for Previous Actions

    This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by
paragraphs (g) through (j) of this AD, if those actions were
performed before the effective date of this AD using the service
information specified in paragraphs (m)(1) through (m)(4) of this
AD, which are not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (1) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, including
Appendix 1, dated December 8, 2010 (for Model A330-200 series
airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, and Model
A330-300 series airplanes).
    (2) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, including
Appendix 1, Revision 01, dated May 4, 2011 (for Model A330-200
series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series airplanes, and
Model A330-300 series airplanes).
    (3) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, including
Appendix 1, dated December 8, 2010 (for Airbus Model A340-200 series
airplanes and Model A340-300 series airplanes).
    (4) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, including
Appendix 1, dated December 8, 2010 (for Model A340-541 airplanes and
Model A340-642 airplanes).

(n) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, has the authority to approve
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR
39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your
principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly to the International
Branch, send it to ATTN:

Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.
Information may be emailed to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the
local flight standards district office/certificate holding district
office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this
AD.
    (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: 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.

(o) Related Information

    (1) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness
Directive 2012-0053, dated March 30, 2012, and the service
information specified in paragraphs (o)(1)(i) through (o)(1)(iii) of
this AD, for related information.
    (i) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-32-3240, Revision 02,
including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for Model
A330-200 series airplanes, Model A330-200 Freighter series
airplanes, and Model A330-300 series airplanes).
    (ii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-4281, Revision
01, including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for
Model A340-200 series airplanes and Model A340-300 series
airplanes).
    (iii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-32-5096, Revision
01, including Appendices 01 and 02, dated December 2, 2011 (for
Model A340-541 airplanes and Model A340-642 airplanes).
    (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus SAS--Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Internet http://www.airbus.com. You may review copies of the
referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 31, 2012.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 11 (Tuesday, January 18, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 2528-2530]
[FR Doc No: 2022-00759]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2021-0948; Project Identifier MCAI-2020-00394-R;
Amendment 39-21883; AD 2021-26-24]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Leonardo S.p.a. (Type Certificate
Previously Held by Agusta S.p.A.) Helicopters

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Leonardo S.p.a. (type certificate previously held by Agusta
S.p.A.) Model A109A and A109A II helicopters. This AD was prompted by a
report of internal corrosion on a main rotor (M/R) blade. This AD
requires repetitively inspecting affected M/R blades and accomplishing
film analysis and repair in accordance with certain approved methods.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these
products.

DATES: This AD is effective February 22, 2022.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 22,
2022.

ADDRESSES: For Leonardo Helicopters service information identified in
this final rule, contact Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters, Emanuele Bufano,
Head of Airworthiness, Viale G.Agusta 520, 21017 C.Costa di Samarate
(Va) Italy; telephone +39-0331-225074; fax +39-0331-229046; or at
https://customerportal.leonardocompany.com/en-US/. You may view this
material at the FAA, Office of the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region,
10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room 6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call (817)
222-5110. It is also available in the AD docket at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-
0948.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-0948; or in person at
Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, any comments received,
and other information. The address for Docket Operations is U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC
20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kristi Bradley, Program Manager, COS
Program Management Section, Operational Safety Branch, FAA, 10101
Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; email
[email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to Leonardo S.p.a. (type
certificate previously held by Agusta S.p.A.) Model A109A and A109A II
helicopters with an M/R blade part number (P/N) 109-0103-01-115
installed. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on October 29,
2021 (86 FR 59890). In the NPRM, the FAA proposed to require
repetitively radiographic inspecting each affected M/R blade and
accomplishing film analysis and repair in accordance with certain
approved methods. The NPRM was prompted by EASA AD 2020-0065, dated
March 20, 2020 (EASA AD 2020-0065), issued by EASA, which is the
Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, to correct
an unsafe condition for all Leonardo S.p.A., Agusta S.p.A., Costruzioni
Aeronautiche Giovanni Agusta Model A109A and A109AII helicopters. EASA
advises of a report of internal corrosion on an M/R blade. Leonardo
Helicopters advises that the corrosion was on the spar near the inertia
weights between STA1250 and STA1630. Leonardo Helicopters further
advises that the issue is related to design and production processes of
the M/R blades. This condition, if not addressed, could result in
failure of an M/R blade and subsequent loss of control of the
helicopter.
    Accordingly, EASA AD 2020-0065 requires inspecting M/R blades P/N
109-0103-01-115 and depending on the results, corrective action. EASA
AD 2020-0065 also prohibits installation of an affected M/R blade
unless it passed the required inspection within 24 months prior to
installation on a helicopter.

Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive

Comments

    The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the costs.

Conclusion

    These helicopters have been approved by EASA and are approved for
operation in the United States. Pursuant to the FAA's bilateral
agreement with the European Union, EASA has notified the FAA about the
unsafe condition described in its AD. The FAA reviewed the relevant
data and determined that air safety requires adopting this AD as
proposed. Accordingly, the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these helicopters. Except for minor editorial changes,
this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    The FAA reviewed Leonardo Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No.
109-155, dated March 13, 2020 (ASB 109-155), for Leonardo S.p.a. Model
A109A and A109AII helicopters. This service information specifies
procedures for X-ray inspecting M/R blades P/N 109-0103-01-115 and
sending the films to Leonardo Helicopters S.p.a. for analysis.
Depending on the outcome, ASB 109-155 specifies procedures for re-
identifying the M/R blades.
    This material is reasonably available because the interested
parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by
the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.

Interim Action

    The FAA considers this AD an interim action. The design approval
holder is currently developing a modification that will address the
unsafe condition identified in this AD. Once this modification is
developed, approved, and available, the FAA might consider additional
rulemaking.

Differences Between This AD and the EASA AD

    The compliance time in EASA AD 2020-0065 is time-in-service of the
airframe, whereas the compliance time in this AD is time-in-service of
the affected M/R blade as installed on the airframe. EASA AD 2020-0065
requires sending developed films to Leonardo Helicopters S.p.a. for
analysis and contacting Leonardo for approved corrective action(s)
instructions, whereas this AD requires film analysis and repair of an
affected blade in accordance with a method approved by

the Manager, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International
Validation Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Leonardo S.p.a Helicopters' EASA
Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.

Costs of Compliance

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 28 helicopters of U.S.
registry. Labor rates are estimated at $85 per work-hour. Based on
these numbers, the FAA estimates the following costs to comply with
this AD.
    Inspecting the M/R blades takes about 10 work-hours for an
estimated cost of $850 per helicopter and $23,800 for the U.S. fleet,
per inspection cycle. Sending the film for analysis, which is
considered a reporting requirement in this AD, takes about 1 work-hour
for an estimated cost of $85 per helicopter and $2,380 for the U.S.
fleet, per inspection cycle.
    The FAA has no way of determining the costs pertaining to the film
analysis or any necessary repairs.

Paperwork Reduction Act

    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 currently 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 take
approximately 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing
instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and
maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the
collection of information. All responses to this collection of
information are mandatory. Send comments regarding this burden estimate
or any other aspect of this collection of information, including
suggestions for reducing this burden to: Information Collection
Clearance Officer, Federal Aviation Administration, 10101 Hillwood
Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177-1524.

Authority for This Rulemaking

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

Regulatory Findings

    This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order
13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States,
on the relationship between the national government and the States, or
on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
    (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.

The Amendment

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

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

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

Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

2021-26-24 Leonardo S.p.a. (Type Certificate Previously Held by
Agusta S.p.A.): Amendment 39-21883; Docket No. FAA-2021-0948;
Project Identifier MCAI-2020-00394-R.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective February 22,
2022.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Leonardo S.p.a. (type certificate previously
held by Agusta S.p.A.) Model A109A and A109A II helicopters,
certificated in any category, with a main rotor (M/R) blade part
number 109-0103-01-115 installed.

(d) Subject

    Joint Aircraft Service Component (JASC) Code: 6210, Main Rotor
Blades.

(e) Unsafe Condition

    This AD was prompted by a report of internal corrosion of the
spar of an M/R blade. The FAA is issuing this AD to prevent failure
of an M/R blade due to corrosion on the internal surface of the
spar. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in loss
of control of the helicopter.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Required Actions

    For each M/R blade identified in paragraph (c) of this AD:
    (1) Within 50 hours time-in-service or 3 months after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, unless already
done within the last 24 months for the M/R blade, and thereafter, at
intervals not to exceed 24 months for the M/R blade, inspect the M/R
blade by following the Accomplishment Instructions, paragraphs 1.
through 5., of Leonardo Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No. 109-
155, dated March 13, 2020.
    (2) Before further flight, send the film for analysis and
accomplish repair in accordance with a method approved by the
Manager, General Aviation & Rotorcraft Section, International
Validation Branch, FAA; or European Union Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA); or Leonardo S.p.a Helicopters' EASA Design Organization
Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include
the DOA-authorized signature.

(h) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)

    (1) The Manager, International Validation Branch, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the manager of the International Validation Branch, send
it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (i)(1) of
this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected].
    (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding
district office.

(i) Related Information

    (1) For more information about this AD, contact Kristi Bradley,
Program Manager, COS Program Management Section, Operational Safety
Branch, FAA, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Fort Worth, TX 76177; telephone
(817) 222-5110; email [email protected].
    (2) The subject of this AD is addressed in EASA AD 2020-0065,
dated March 20, 2020. You may view the EASA AD at https://www.regulations.gov in Docket No. FAA-2021-0948.

(j) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Leonardo Helicopters Alert Service Bulletin No. 109-155,
dated March 13, 2020.
    (ii) [Reserved]
    (3) For Leonardo Helicopters service information identified in
this AD, contact Leonardo S.p.A. Helicopters, Emanuele Bufano, Head
of Airworthiness, Viale G. Agusta 520, 21017 C. Costa di Samarate
(Va) Italy; telephone +39-0331-225074; fax +39-0331-229046; or at
https://customerportal.leonardocompany.com/en-US/.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Office of
the Regional Counsel, Southwest Region, 10101 Hillwood Pkwy., Room
6N-321, Fort Worth, TX 76177. For information on the availability of
this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    (5) You may view this material that is incorporated by reference
at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this material at NARA, email
[email protected], or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued on December 16, 2021.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-00759 Filed 1-14-22; 8:45 am]
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