[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 66 (Monday, April 7, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 18987-18990]
[FR Doc No: 2014-07326]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2013-0674; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-217-AD;
Amendment 39-17817; AD 2014-07-03]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes

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

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by a design review, which revealed that no controlled
bonding provisions are present on a number of critical locations inside
the fuel tank or connected to the fuel tank wall. This AD requires
installing additional bonding provisions in the fuel tank, and revising
the airplane maintenance or inspection program by incorporating fuel
airworthiness limitation items and critical design configuration
control limitations. We are issuing this AD to prevent an ignition
source in the fuel tank vapor space, which could result in a fuel tank
explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.

DATES: This AD becomes effective May 12, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of May 12,
2014.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2013-0674; or in person at the
Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC.
    For service information identified in this AD, contact Fokker
Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130 EL
Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31
(0)88-6280-111; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com. You may view this referenced service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>;
fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR

part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Fokker Services B.V.
Model F.28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on August 12, 2013 (78 FR 48832). The NPRM was
prompted by a design review, which revealed that no controlled bonding
provisions are present on a number of critical locations inside the
fuel tank or connected to the fuel tank wall. The NPRM proposed to
require installing additional bonding provisions in the fuel tank, and
revising the airplane maintenance or inspection program by
incorporating fuel airworthiness limitation items and critical design
configuration control limitations. We are issuing this AD to prevent an
ignition source in the fuel tank vapor space, which could result in a
fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane.
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2012-0242, dated November 12, 2012 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:

Prompted by an accident * * *, the FAA published Special Federal
Aviation Regulation (SFAR) 88 [(66 FR 23086, May 7, 2001)], and the
Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) published Interim Policy INT/POL/
25/12.
The design review conducted by Fokker Services on the Fokker 70 and
Fokker 100 in response to these regulations revealed that no
controlled bonding provisions are present on a number of critical
locations, inside the fuel tank or connected to the fuel tank wall.
This condition, if not corrected, may create an ignition source in
the fuel tank vapour space, possibly resulting in a fuel tank
explosion and consequent loss of the aeroplane.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires the
installation of additional bonding provisions and, subsequently, the
implementation of the associated Fuel Airworthiness Limitation Items
(ALI) and Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations
(CDCCL[s]) [and revising the maintenance program to incorporate the
ALIs and CDCCLs].

    You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0674-0002.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (78 FR 48832, August 12,
2013) or on the determination of the cost to the public.

Explanation of Change Made to This AD

    There was an error in the Fokker drawing number referenced in
paragraphs (g)(1)(ix) and (g)(2)(ix) of the NPRM (78 FR 48832, August
12, 2013). The Fokker drawing number referenced in the NPRM was
W692710, but should have been W69710. That error has been corrected in
paragraphs (g)(1)(ix) and (g)(2)(ix) of this final rule.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD with the change described
previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (78 FR 48832, August 12, 2013) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (78 FR 48832, August 12, 2013).

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 10 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                                 Estimated Costs
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                                                                                Cost per      Cost on U.S.
                Action                         Labor cost           Parts cost        product        operators
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Installation of bonding provisions and  36 work-hours x $85 per               $0          $3,060         $30,600
 maintenance program revision.           hour = $3,060.
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Authority for This Rulemaking

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

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
    1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
    2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
    3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
    4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2013-0674; 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
regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information.
The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800)
647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

Adoption of the Amendment

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

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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

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

Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

2014-07-03 Fokker Services B.V.: Amendment 39-17817. Docket No. FAA-
2013-0674; Directorate Identifier 2012-NM-217-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 12,
2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 0070 and
0100 airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a design review, which revealed that no
controlled bonding provisions are present on a number of critical
locations inside the fuel tank or connected to the fuel tank wall.
We are issuing this AD to prevent an ignition source in the fuel
tank vapor space, which could result in a fuel tank explosion and
consequent loss of the airplane.

(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) Installation of Bonding Provisions

    (1) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD:
Install the additional bonding provisions at the locations specified
in, and in accordance with, Parts 3, 4, 5, and 6 of the
Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-28-
069, dated August 17, 2012, which includes the attachments
identified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (g)(1)(ix) of this AD.
    (i) Fokker Drawing W31036, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2012.
    (ii) Fokker Drawing W69280, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (iii) Fokker Drawing W69350, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (iv) Fokker Drawing W69285, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (v) Fokker Drawing W69200, Sheet 001, Issue A, and Sheets 002
through 004, Issue B, all dated November 12, 2009.
    (vi) Fokker Drawing W69240, Sheet 001, Issue A, and Sheets 002
through 004, Issue B, all dated November 12, 2009.
    (vii) Fokker Drawing W69335, Sheet 001, dated November 12, 2009.
    (viii) Fokker Drawing W69405, Sheet 001, dated November 12,
2009.
    (ix) Fokker Drawing W69710, Sheet 004, Issue B, dated November
12, 2008.
    (2) At the next scheduled opening of the fuel tanks after the
effective date of this AD, but no later than 84 months after the
effective date of this AD, install the additional bonding provisions
at the locations specified in, and in accordance with, Parts 1, 2,
7, 8, and 9 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service
Bulletin SBF100-28-069, dated August 17, 2012, which includes the
attachments identified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (g)(2)(ix) of
this AD.
    (i) Fokker Drawing W31036, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2012.
    (ii) Fokker Drawing W69280, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (iii) Fokker Drawing W69350, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (iv) Fokker Drawing W69285, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (v) Fokker Drawing W69200, Sheet 001, Issue A, and Sheets 002
through 004, Issue B, dated November 12, 2009.
    (vi) Fokker Drawing W69240, Sheet 001, Issue A, and Sheets 002
through 004, Issue B, dated November 12, 2009.
    (vii) Fokker Drawing W69335, Sheet 001, dated November 12, 2009.
    (viii) Fokker Drawing W69405, Sheet 001, dated November 12,
2009.
    (ix) Fokker Drawing W69710, Sheet 004, Issue B, dated November
12, 2008.

(h) Revision of Maintenance or Inspection Program

    Within 30 days after installing the bonding provisions specified
in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD, whichever occurs first:
Revise the airplane maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, by incorporating the fuel airworthiness limitation items
and critical design configuration control limitations (CDCCLs)
specified in paragraph 1.L.(1)(c) of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-
28-069, dated August 17, 2012.

(i) No Alternative Actions, Intervals, and/or CDCCLs

    After accomplishing the revision required by paragraph (h) of
this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections), intervals, or
CDCCLs may be used unless the actions, intervals, or CDCCLs are
approved as an alternative method of compliance in accordance with
the procedures specified in paragraph (j) of this AD.

(j) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch; ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; telephone<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, use these actions if they
are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if
they were approved by the State of Design Authority (or its
delegated agent, or by the Design Approval Holder with a State of
Design Authority's design organization approval). You are required
to ensure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service.

(k) Related Information

    Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI)
European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2012-0242,
dated November 12, 2012, for related information. The MCAI may be
found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2013-0674-0002.

(l) Material Incorporated by Reference

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
    (i) Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-28-069, dated August 17,
2012, which includes the attachments identified in paragraphs
(l)(2)(i)(A) through (l)(2)(i)(O) of this AD.
    (A) Fokker Drawing W31036, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2012.
    (B) Fokker Drawing W69280, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (C) Fokker Drawing W69350, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (D) Fokker Drawing W69285, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (E) Fokker Drawing W69200, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (F) Fokker Drawing W69200, Sheet 002, Issue B, dated November
12, 2009.
    (G) Fokker Drawing W69200, Sheet 003, Issue B, dated November
12, 2009.
    (H) Fokker Drawing W69200, Sheet 004, Issue B, dated November
12, 2009.
    (I) Fokker Drawing W69240, Sheet 001, Issue A, dated November
12, 2009.
    (J) Fokker Drawing W69240, Sheet 002, Issue B, dated November
12, 2009.
    (K) Fokker Drawing W69240, Sheet 003, Issue B, dated November
12, 2009.

    (L) Fokker Drawing W69240, Sheet 004, Issue B, dated November
12, 2009.
    (M) Fokker Drawing W69335, Sheet 001, dated November 12, 2009.
    (N) Fokker Drawing W69405, Sheet 001, dated November 12, 2009.
    (O) Fokker Drawing W69710, Sheet 004, Issue B, dated November
12, 2008.
    (ii) Reserved.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 1357, 2130
EL Hoofddorp, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)88-6280-350; fax +31
(0)88-6280-111; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
    (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 27, 2014.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-07326 Filed 4-4-14; 8:45 am]
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