[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 103 (Wednesday, May 29, 2013)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 32084-32085]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 71

[Docket No. FAA-2012-0371; Airspace Docket No. 12-ANM-11]

Modification of Class D and Class E Airspace; Pueblo, CO

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This action modifies Class D airspace and Class E airspace
areas at Pueblo Memorial Airport, Pueblo, CO, to accommodate aircraft
using VHF Omni-Directional Radio Range/Distance Measuring Equipment
(VOR/DME) standard instrument approach procedures at Pueblo Memorial
Airport. This improves the safety and management of Instrument Flight
Rules (IFR) operations at the airport. Adjustments to the geographic
coordinates of the airport also are made.

DATES: Effective date, 0901 UTC, August 22, 2013. The Director of the
Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under
1 CFR part 51, subject to the annual revision of FAA Order 7400.9 and
publication of conforming amendments.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Eldon Taylor, Federal Aviation
Administration, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center, 1601
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

History

    On February 21, 2013, the FAA published in the Federal Register a
notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to modify controlled airspace at
Pueblo, CO (78 FR 11996). Interested parties were invited to
participate in this rulemaking effort by submitting written comments on
the proposal to the FAA. No comments were received.
    Class D and Class E airspace designations are published in
paragraphs 5000, 6002, 6004 and 6005, respectively, of FAA Order
7400.9W dated August 8, 2012, and effective September 15, 2012, which
is incorporated by reference in 14 CFR 71.1. The Class D and Class E
airspace designations listed in this document will be published
subsequently in that Order.

The Rule

    This action amends Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR)
part 71 by modifying Class D airspace, Class E airspace designated as
surface area, Class E airspace designated as an extension to Class D
surface area, and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above
the surface, at Pueblo, CO, to accommodate IFR aircraft using VOR/DME
standard instrument approach procedures at the airport. The geographic
coordinates of the airport for the Class D and Class E airspace areas
are updated to coincide with the FAA's aeronautical database. This
action is necessary for the safety and management of IFR operations.
    The FAA has determined this regulation only involves an established
body of technical regulations for which frequent and routine amendments
are necessary to keep them operationally current. Therefore, this
regulation: (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);
and (3) does not warrant preparation of a regulatory evaluation as the
anticipated impact is so minimal. Since this is a routine matter that
only affects air traffic procedures and air navigation, it is certified
this rule, when promulgated, does not have a significant economic
impact on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of
the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The FAA's authority to issue rules
regarding aviation safety is found in Title 49 of the U.S. Code.
Subtitle 1, Section 106 discusses the authority of the FAA
Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the agency's authority. This rulemaking is
promulgated under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A,
Subpart I, Section 40103. Under that section, the FAA is charged with
prescribing regulations to assign the use of airspace necessary to
ensure the safety of aircraft and the efficient use of airspace. This
regulation is within the scope of that authority as it modifies
controlled airspace at Pueblo Memorial Airport, Pueblo, CO.

Environmental Review

    The FAA has determined that this action qualifies for categorical
exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act in accordance
with FAA Order 1050.1E, ``Environmental Impacts: Policies and
Procedures,'' paragraph 311a. This airspace action is not expected to
cause any potentially significant environmental impacts, and no
extraordinary circumstances exist that warrant preparation of an
environmental assessment.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 71

    Airspace, Incorporation by reference, Navigation (air).

Adoption of the Amendment

    In consideration of the foregoing, the Federal Aviation
Administration amends 14 CFR part 71 as follows:

PART 71--DESIGNATION OF CLASS A, B, C, D AND E AIRSPACE AREAS; AIR
TRAFFIC SERVICE ROUTES; AND REPORTING POINTS

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1. The authority citation for 14 CFR part 71 continues to read as
follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40103, 40113, 40120; E. O. 10854,
24 FR 9565, 3 CFR, 1959-1963 Comp., p. 389.

Sec.  71.1  [Amended]

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2. The incorporation by reference in 14 CFR 71.1 of the Federal
Aviation Administration Order 7400.9W, Airspace Designations and
Reporting Points, dated August 8, 2012, and effective September 15,
2012 is amended as follows:

Paragraph 5000 Class D airspace.

* * * * *

ANM CO D Pueblo, CO [Modified]

Pueblo Memorial Airport, CO
    (Lat. 38[deg]17'21'' N., long. 104[deg]29'47'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface to and including
7,200 feet MSL within a 5.6-mile radius of the Pueblo Memorial
Airport. This Class D airspace area is effective during the specific
dates and times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The
effective date and time will thereafter be continuously published in
the Airport/Facility Directory.

Paragraph 6002 Class E airspace designated as surface areas.

* * * * *

ANM CO E2 Pueblo, CO [Modified]

Pueblo Memorial Airport, CO
    (Lat. 38[deg]17'21'' N., long. 104[deg]29'47'' W.)

    Within a 5.6-mile radius of the Pueblo Memorial Airport. This
Class E airspace area is effective during the specific dates and
times established in advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective
date and time will thereafter be continuously published in the
Airport/Facility Directory.

Paragraph 6004 Class E airspace areas designated as an extension to
a Class D surface area.

* * * * *

ANM CO E4 Pueblo, CO [Modified]

Pueblo Memorial Airport, CO
    (Lat. 38[deg]17'21'' N., long. 104[deg]29'47'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from the surface within 1.8 miles
each side of the Pueblo Memorial Airport 269[deg] bearing extending
from the 5.6-mile radius of the airport to 7 miles west of the
airport, and within 3.5 miles each side of the Pueblo Memorial
Airport 080[deg] bearing extending from the 5.6-mile radius of the
airport to 11.4 miles east of the airport. This Class E airspace
area is effective during the specific dates and times established in
advance by a Notice to Airmen. The effective date and time will
thereafter be continuously published in the Airport/Facility
Directory.

Paragraph 6005 Class E airspace areas extending upward from 700
feet or more above the surface of the earth.

* * * * *

ANM CO E5 Pueblo, CO [Modified]

Pueblo Memorial Airport, CO
    (Lat. 38[deg]17'21'' N., long. 104[deg]29'47'' W.)

    That airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface
within 21.8-mile radius of the Pueblo Memorial Airport, and within
the 28.8-mile radius of Pueblo Memorial Airport clockwise between
the 070[deg] and 133[deg] bearing of the airport; that airspace
extending upward from 1,200 feet above the surface within a 60-mile
radius of Pueblo Memorial Airport.

    Issued in Seattle, Washington, on May 15, 2013.
Clark Desing,
Manager, Operations Support Group, Western Service Center.
[FR Doc. 2013-12621 Filed 5-28-13; 8:45 am]
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[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 66269-66271]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 165

[Docket No. USCG-2013-0887]
RIN 1625-AA00

Safety Zone, Sea World Fireworks; Mission Bay, San Diego, CA

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone on the
navigable waters of Mission Bay in San Diego, California for Sea World
Fireworks on the evenings of November 15 and 16, 2013. This temporary
safety zone is necessary to provide for the safety of the participants,
crew, spectators, participating vessels, and other vessels and users of
the waterway. Persons and vessels are prohibited from entering into,
transiting through, or anchoring within this safety zone unless
authorized by the Captain of the Port or his designated representative.

DATES: This rule is effective from 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on November 15
and 16, 2013.

ADDRESSES: Documents mentioned in this preamble are part of docket
[USCG-2013-0887]. 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 Petty Officer Bryan Gollogly, Waterways Management, U.S.
Coast Guard Sector San Diego, Coast Guard; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>,
email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>If you have questions on
viewing or submitting material to 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

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 the logistical details of the
fireworks event were not finalized nor presented to the Coast Guard in
enough time to draft and publish an NPRM. As such, the event would
occur before the rulemaking process was complete.
    Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3), the Coast Guard finds that good cause
exists for making this rule effective less than 30 days after
publication in the Federal

Register because it is impractical and contrary to the public interest.
The Coast Guard did not have the necessary event information in time to
provide both a comment period and allow for a 30 day delayed effective
date. Immediate action is required to ensure the safety zone is in
place to protect participants, crew, spectators, participating vessels,
and other vessels and users of the waterway during the event.

B. Basis and Purpose

    The legal basis for the rule is the Coast Guard's authority to
establish regulated navigation areas and limited access areas: 33
U.S.C. 1231; 46 U.S.C. Chapter 701, 3306, 3703; 50 U.S.C. 191, 195; 33
CFR 1.05-1, 6.04-1, 6.04-6, 160.5; Public Law 107-295, 116 Stat. 2064;
Department of Homeland Security Delegation No. 0170.1. The Coast Guard
is establishing a temporary safety zone on the navigable waters of
Mission Bay, south of Fiesta Island, for a firework event that is part
of Sea World Christmas festivities. This safety zone is necessary to
provide for the safety of the participants, crew, spectators, sponsor
vessels, and other users of the waterway.

C. Discussion of the Final Rule

    The Coast Guard is establishing a temporary safety zone that will
be enforced from 8:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on November 15 and 16, 2013. The
safety zone includes the waters of Mission Bay within 600 feet of the
fireworks barge, located in approximate position 32[deg]46'03'' N,
117[deg]13'11'' W.
    This safety zone is necessary to ensure personnel and vessels not
associated with the marine event remain safe by keeping away from the
fireworks barge located on the navigable waters of Mission Bay, south
of Fiesta Island. Persons and vessels are prohibited from entering
into, transiting through, or anchoring within this safety zone unless
authorized by the Captain of the Port, or his designated
representative.
    Before the effective period, the Coast Guard will publish a Coast
Guard District Eleven Local Notice to Mariners information on the event
and associated safety zone. Immediately before and during the
fireworks, Coast Guard Sector San Diego Joint Harbor Operations Center
will issue Broadcast Notice to Mariners on the location and enforcement
of the safety zone.
    Vessels will be able to transit the surrounding area and may be
authorized to transit through the safety zone with the permission of
the Captain of the Port of the designated representative. Before
activating the safety zone, the Coast Guard will notify mariners by
appropriate means including but not limited to Local Notice to Mariners
and Broadcast Notice to Mariners.

D. Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and
executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses
based on a number of 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. This determination is
based on the size, duration and location of the safety zone. The safety
zone is relatively small in size, 1,200 foot diameter, short in
duration, and traffic would be allowed to pass through the zone with
the permission of the Captain of the Port or his designated
representative. Additionally, before the effective period, the Coast
guard will publish a Local Notice to Mariners.

2. Impact on Small Entities

    The Regulatory Flexibility Act of 1980 (RFA), 5 U.S.C. 601-612, as
amended, requires federal agencies to consider the potential impact of
regulations on small entities during rulemaking. The term ``small
entities'' comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations
that are independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their
fields, and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than
50,000. The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule
will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of
small entities.
    (1) This rule will affect the following entities, some of which may
be small entities: The owners and operators of pleasure craft engaged
in recreational activities and sightseeing in the impacted portion of
Mission Bay on the evenings of November 15 and 16, 2013.
    (2) This safety zone will not have a significant economic impact on
a substantial number of small entities for the following reasons: The
safety zone will only be in effect for thirty minutes in the evening
when vessel traffic is low. Vessel traffic can safely transit around
the safety zone area through alternate routes while the zone is in
effect.

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,
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. Protest Activities

    The Coast Guard respects the First Amendment rights of protesters.
Protesters are asked to contact the person listed in the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section to coordinate protest activities so that
your message can be received without jeopardizing the safety or
security of people, places or vessels.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. Technical Standards

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

14. 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 establishment of a safety zone. This
rule 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
recordkeeping 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

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

    Authority:  33 U.S.C. 1231; 46 U.S.C. Chapter 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.T11-0887 to read as follows:

Sec.  165.T11-0887  Safety Zone; Sea World Fireworks; Mission Bay, San
Diego, CA.

    (a) Location. The safety zone includes the waters of Mission Bay
within 600 feet of the fireworks barge, located in approximate position
32[deg]46'03'' N, 117[deg]13'11'' W.
    (b) Enforcement Period. This safety zone will be enforced from 8:30
p.m. to 9 p.m. on November 15 and 16, 2013.
    (c) Definitions. The following definition applies to this section:
designated representative means any commissioned, warrant, or petty
officer of the Coast Guard on board Coast Guard, Coast Guard Auxiliary,
local, state, or federal law enforcement vessels who have been
authorized to act on the behalf of the Captain of the Port.
    (d) Regulations. (1) Entry into, transit through or anchoring
within this safety zone is prohibited unless authorized by the Captain
of the Port of San Diego or his designated representative.
    (2) All persons and vessels shall comply with the instructions of
the Coast Guard Captain of the Port or his designated representative.
    (3) Upon being hailed by U.S. Coast Guard patrol personnel by
siren, radio, flashing light, or other means, the operator of the
vessel shall proceed as directed.
    (4) The Coast Guard may be assisted by other federal, state, or
local agencies.

    Dated: October 21, 2013.
J.A. Janszen,
Commander, U.S. Coast Guard, Acting Captain of the Port San Diego.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 23

[Docket No. FAA-2017-0290; Special Conditions No. 23-281-SC]

Special Conditions: Pilatus Aircraft Limited Models PC-12, PC-12/
45, PC-12/47; Autothrust System

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final special condition.

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SUMMARY: This special condition is for the Pilatus Aircraft Limited PC-
12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes. These airplanes, as modified by
Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc., will have a novel or unusual
design feature associated with the use of an autothrust system. The
applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or
appropriate safety standards for this design feature. This special
condition contains the additional safety standards the Administrator
considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that
established by the existing airworthiness standards.

DATES: This special condition is effective June 2, 2017 and is
applicable beginning May 24, 2017.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeff Pretz, Federal Aviation
Administration, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, MO 64106; telephone (816)
329-3239; facsimile<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Background

    On April 4, 2016, Innovative Solutions & Support applied for a
supplemental type certificate for installation of an autothrust system
in the PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes. The autothrust system
is capable of setting forward thrust based on operation in either a
pilot selectable torque or airspeed mode. Operation is limited to use
only when above 400 feet above ground level (AGL) after takeoff, and
requires disengagement at decision height (DH) or minimum decision
altitude (MDA) on approach. The PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes
are nine-passenger, two-crewmember, single-engine turbo-propeller
airplanes with a 30,000-foot service ceiling and a maximum takeoff
weight of 9,039 to 10,450 pounds--depending on airplane model. These
airplanes are powered by a single Pratt & Whitney PT6A-67 engine.
    The Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc., modification installs an
autothrust system in the PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes to
reduce pilot workload. The autothrust system is useable in all phases
of flight from 400 feet AGL after takeoff down to the decision height
on approach. The system includes a torque and airspeed mode along with
monitors to prevent the system from exceeding critical engine or
airspeed limits. A stepper motor provides throttle movement by acting
through a linear actuator, which acts as a link between the stepper
motor and throttle. The pilot can override the linear actuator by
moving the throttle, which automatically disengages the autothrust
system upon disagreement in the expected throttle position versus the
actual position.

Type Certification Basis

    Under the provisions of 14 CFR 21.101, Innovative Solutions &
Support must show that the PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes, as
changed, continues to meet the applicable provisions of the regulations
incorporated by reference in Type Certificate No. A78EU. The
regulations incorporated by reference in the type certificate are
commonly referred to as the ``original type certification basis.'' The
regulations incorporated by reference in A78EU are as follows: 14 CFR
part 23, amendments 23-1 through 23-42.\1\
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    \1\ See Type Certification Data Sheet A78EU, revision 25,
``Certification Basis'' section for the PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/
47 full certification basis. (http://rgl.faa.gov/.)
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    If the Administrator finds the applicable airworthiness regulations
(i.e., 14 CFR part 23) do not contain adequate or appropriate safety
standards for the PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes because of a
novel or unusual design feature(s), special conditions are prescribed
under the provisions of Sec.  21.16.
    In addition to the applicable airworthiness regulations and special
conditions, the PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes must comply
with the fuel vent and exhaust emission requirements of 14 CFR part 34
and the noise certification requirements of 14 CFR part 36.
    The FAA issues special conditions, as defined in 14 CFR 11.19, in
accordance with Sec.  11.38 and they become part of the type
certification basis under Sec.  21.101. Special conditions are
initially applicable to the model for which they are issued. Should the
applicant apply for a supplemental type certificate to modify any other
model included on the

same type certificate to incorporate the same novel or unusual design
feature, the FAA would apply these special conditions to the other
model under Sec.  21.101.

Novel or Unusual Design Features

    The PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes will incorporate the
following novel or unusual design feature:

Autothrust system

Discussion

    As discussed in the summary section, this modification makes use of
an autothrust system, which is a novel design for this type of
airplane. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain
adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature.
Mandating additional requirements--developed in part--by adapting
relevant portions of 14 CFR 25.1329, Flight guidance systems--
applicable to autothrust systems--along with FAA experience with
similar autothrust systems, mitigates the concerns associated with
installation of the proposed autothrust system.
    The FAA has previously issued this proposed special condition to
part 23 turbojet airplanes, but not for turbo-propeller airplanes. The
PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes are unique with respect to
other turbo-propeller designs in that the basic design does not include
a separate propeller control lever. Future use of these special
conditions on other turbo-propeller designs will require evaluation of
the engine and propeller control system to determine their
appropriateness.

Discussion of Comments

    Notice of proposed special conditions No. 23-17-01-SC for the
Pilatus Aircraft Limited PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes was
published in the Federal Register on April 14, 2017 (82 FR 17943).\2\
No comments were received, and the special condition is adopted as
proposed.
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Applicability

    As discussed above, this special condition is applicable to the PC-
12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes. Should Innovative Solutions &
Support, Ltd. apply at a later date for a supplemental type certificate
to modify any other model included on Type Certificate No. A78EU to
incorporate the same novel or unusual design feature, the FAA would
apply these special conditions to that model as well.
    Under standard practice, the effective date of final special
conditions would be 30 days after the date of publication in the
Federal Register; however, as the certification date for the STC for
the Pilatus Aircraft, Ltd., PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes is
imminent, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(d), the FAA finds that good cause
exists to make this special condition effective upon issuance.

Conclusion

    This action affects only certain novel or unusual design features
on PC-12, PC-12/45, and PC-12/47 airplanes. It is not a rule of general
applicability and affects only the applicant who applied to the FAA for
approval of these features on the airplane.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 23

    Aircraft, Aviation safety, Signs and symbols.

Citation

    The authority citation for these special conditions is as follows:

    Authority:  49 U.S.C. 106(f), 106(g); 40113 and 44701; 14 CFR
21.16 and 21.101; and 14 CFR 11.38 and 11.19.

The Special Condition

    Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the following special condition is issued as part of the
type certification basis for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., PC-12, PC-12/45,
and PC-12/47 airplanes modified by Innovative Solutions & Support, Inc.

1. Autothrust System

    In addition to the requirements of Sec. Sec.  23.143, 23.1309, and
23.1329, the following apply:
    (a) Quick disengagement controls for the autothrust function must
be provided for each pilot. The autothrust quick disengagement controls
must be located on the thrust control levers. Quick disengagement
controls must be readily accessible to each pilot while operating the
thrust control levers.
    (b) The effects of a failure of the system to disengage the
autothrust function when manually commanded by the pilot must be
assessed in accordance with the requirements of Sec.  23.1309.
    (c) Engagement or switching of the flight guidance system, a mode,
or a sensor may not cause the autothrust system to affect a transient
response that alters the airplane's flight path any greater than a
minor transient, as defined in paragraph (l)(1) of this special
condition.
    (d) Under normal conditions, the disengagement of any automatic
control function of a flight guidance system may not cause a transient
response of the airplane's flight path any greater than a minor
transient.
    (e) Under rare normal and non-normal conditions, disengagement of
any automatic control function of a flight guidance system may not
result in a transient any greater than a significant transient, as
defined in paragraph (l)(2) of this special condition.
    (f) The function and direction of motion of each command reference
control, such as heading select or vertical speed, must be plainly
indicated on--or adjacent to--each control if necessary to prevent
inappropriate use or confusion.
    (g) Under any condition of flight appropriate to its use, the
flight guidance system may not produce hazardous loads on the airplane,
nor create hazardous deviations in the flight path. This applies to
both fault-free operation and in the event of a malfunction, and
assumes that the pilot begins corrective action within a reasonable
time.
    (h) When the flight guidance system is in use, a means must be
provided to avoid excursions beyond an acceptable margin from the speed
range of the normal flight envelope. If the airplane experiences an
excursion outside this range, a means must be provided to prevent the
flight guidance system from providing guidance or control to an unsafe
speed.
    (i) The flight guidance system functions, controls, indications,
and alerts must be designed to minimize flightcrew errors and confusion
concerning the behavior and operation of the flight guidance system. A
means must be provided to indicate the current mode of operation,
including any armed modes, transitions, and reversions. Selector switch
position is not an acceptable means of indication. The controls and
indications must be grouped and presented in a logical and consistent
manner. The indications must be visible to each pilot under all
expected lighting conditions.
    (j) Following disengagement of the autothrust function, a caution
(visual and auditory) must be provided to each pilot.
    (k) During autothrust operation, it must be possible for the
flightcrew to move the thrust levers without requiring excessive force.
The autothrust may not create a potential hazard when the flightcrew
applies an override force to the thrust levers.
    (l) For purposes of this section, a transient is a disturbance in
the control or flight path of the airplane that is not

consistent with response to flightcrew inputs or environmental
conditions.
    (1) A minor transient would not significantly reduce safety margins
and would involve flightcrew actions that are well within their
capabilities. A minor transient may involve a slight increase in
flightcrew workload or some physical discomfort to passengers or cabin
crew.
    (2) A significant transient may lead to a significant reduction in
safety margins, an increase in flightcrew workload, discomfort to the
flightcrew, or physical distress to the passengers or cabin crew,
possibly including non-fatal injuries. Significant transients do not
require--in order to remain within or recover to the normal flight
envelope--any of the following:
    (i) Exceptional piloting skill, alertness, or strength.
    (ii) Forces applied by the pilot which are greater than those
specified in Sec.  23.143(c).
    (iii) Accelerations or attitudes in the airplane that might result
in further hazard to secured or non-secured occupants.

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on May 24, 2017.
Wes Ryan,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-11347 Filed 6-1-17; 8:45 am]
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[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. ER20-635-000]

Rodan Energy Solutions (USA) Inc.; Supplemental Notice That
Initial Market-Based Rate Filing Includes Request for Blanket Section
204 Authorization

    This is a supplemental notice in the above-referenced proceeding of
Rodan Energy Solutions (USA) Inc.'s application for market-based rate
authority, with an accompanying rate tariff, noting that such
application includes a request for blanket authorization, under 18 CFR
part 34, of future issuances of securities and assumptions of
liability.
    Any person desiring to intervene or to protest should file with the
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington,
DC 20426, in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the Commission's
Rules of Practice and Procedure (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214). Anyone
filing a motion to intervene or protest must serve a copy of that
document on the Applicant.
    Notice is hereby given that the deadline for filing protests with
regard to the applicant's request for blanket authorization, under 18
CFR part 34, of future issuances of securities and assumptions of
liability, is January 9, 2020.
    The Commission encourages electronic submission of protests and
interventions in lieu of paper, using the FERC Online links at http://www.ferc.gov. To facilitate electronic service, persons with internet
access who will eFile a document and/or be listed as a contact for an
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intervention or protests.
    Persons unable to file electronically should submit an original and
5 copies of the intervention or protest to the Federal Energy
Regulatory Commission, 888 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20426.
    The filings in the above-referenced proceeding are accessible in
the Commission's eLibrary system by clicking on the appropriate link in
the above list. They are also available for electronic review in the
Commission's Public Reference Room in Washington, DC. There is an
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For assistance with any FERC Online service, please email
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    Dated: December 20, 2019.
Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2019-28119 Filed 12-27-19; 8:45 am]
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