[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 215 (Wednesday, November 6, 2019)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 59711-59713]
[FR Doc No: 2019-24160]

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Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 215 / Wednesday, November 6, 2019 /
Rules and Regulations

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2019-0718; Product Identifier 2019-NM-128-AD; Amendment
39-19771; AD 2019-21-05]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Airbus SAS Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300, A340-
200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes. This AD was
prompted by reports that non-approved passenger oxygen containers
(POCs) may have been installed on the affected airplanes. This AD
requires a one-time special detailed inspection (SDI) of each POC, and
replacement if necessary, as specified in a European Union Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD becomes effective November 21, 2019.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 21,
2019.
    The FAA must receive comments on this AD by December 23, 2019.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For the material incorporated by reference (IBR) in this AD,
contact the EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany;
telephone +49 221 89990 1000; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>internet
www.easa.europa.eu. You may find this IBR material on the EASA website
at https://ad.easa.europa.eu. You may view this IBR material at the
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA.
For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
206-231-3195. It is also available in the AD docket on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA-2019-0718.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2019-
0718; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains
this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other
information. The street address for Docket Operations is listed above.
Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    The EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the
European Union, has issued EASA AD 2019-0176, dated July 19, 2019
(``EASA AD 2019-0176'') (also referred to as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe
condition for certain Airbus SAS Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter,
A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600 series airplanes.
    This AD was prompted by reports that non-approved POCs may have
been installed on the affected airplanes. The FAA is issuing this AD to
address possible non-approved POC installation, which could lead to
reduced available oxygen capacity, possibly resulting in injury to
airplane occupants following a depressurization event. See the MCAI for
additional background information.

Related IBR Material Under 1 CFR Part 51

    EASA AD 2019-0176 describes procedures for performing a one-time
SDI of each POC and, depending on findings, replacement with a
serviceable part.
    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.

FAA's Determination

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

Requirements of This AD

    This AD requires accomplishing the actions specified in the EASA AD
described previously, as incorporated by reference, except for any
differences identified as exceptions in the regulatory text of this AD.

Explanation of Required Compliance Information

    In the FAA's ongoing efforts to improve the efficiency of the AD
process, the FAA initially worked with Airbus and EASA to develop a
process to use certain EASA ADs as the primary source of information
for compliance with requirements for corresponding FAA ADs. The FAA has
since coordinated with other manufacturers and civil aviation
authorities (CAAs) to

use this process. As a result, EASA AD 2019-0176 will be incorporated
by reference in the FAA final rule. This AD, therefore, requires
compliance with EASA AD 2019-0176 in its entirety, through that
incorporation, except for any differences identified as exceptions in
the regulatory text of this AD. Using common terms that are the same as
the heading of a particular section in the EASA AD does not mean that
operators need comply only with that section. For example, where the AD
requirement refers to ``all required actions and compliance times,''
compliance with this AD requirement is not limited to the section
titled ``Required Action(s) and Compliance Time(s)'' in the EASA AD.
Service information specified in EASA AD 2019-0176 that is required for
compliance with EASA AD 2019-0176 will be available on the internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA-2019-0718, after the FAA final rule is published.

FAA's Justification and Determination of the Effective Date

    Since there are currently no domestic operators of these products,
notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing this AD are
unnecessary. In addition, for the reasons stated above, the FAA finds
that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than
30 days.

Comments Invited

    This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety, and the FAA did not precede it by notice and opportunity for
public comment. The FAA invites you to send any written relevant data,
views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2019-0718;
Product Identifier 2019-NM-128-AD'' at the beginning of your comments.
The FAA specifically invites comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. The FAA will
consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this
AD based on those comments.
    The FAA will post all comments received, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide.
The FAA will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal
contact received about this AD.

Costs of Compliance

    Currently, there are no affected U.S.-registered airplanes. If an
affected airplane is imported and placed on the U.S. Register in the
future, the FAA will provide the following cost estimates to comply
with this AD:

                                      Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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                                                                                Cost per
                                  Labor cost                                       Parts cost        product
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1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85..............................................              $0              $85
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    The FAA estimates the following costs to do any necessary on-
condition actions that would be required based on the results of any
required actions. The FAA has no way of determining the number of
aircraft that might need this on-condition action:

                                     Estimated Costs of On-Condition Actions
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                                                                                Cost per
                                  Labor cost                                       Parts cost        product
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2 work-hours x $85 per hour = $170............................................             (*)           $170 *
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* The FAA has received no definitive data that would enable the agency to provide parts cost estimates for the
  on-condition replacements specified in this AD.

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.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.

Regulatory Findings

    The FAA 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) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

Adoption of the Amendment

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

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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

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

Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

2019-21-05 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-19771; Docket No. FAA-2019-0718;
Product Identifier 2019-NM-128-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD becomes effective November 21, 2019.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model A330-200, A330-200
Freighter, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, and A340-600
series airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in
European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2019-0176, dated
July 19, 2019 (``EASA AD 2019-0176'').

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 35, Oxygen.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports that non-approved passenger
oxygen containers (POCs) may have been installed on the affected
airplanes. The FAA is issuing this AD to address possible non-
approved POC installation, which could lead to reduced available
oxygen capacity, possibly resulting in injury to airplane occupants
following a depressurization event.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Requirements

    Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all
required actions and compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, EASA AD 2019-0176.

(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2019-0176

    (1) Where EASA AD 2019-0176 refers to its effective date, this
AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
    (2) The ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 2019-0176 does not apply
to this AD.

(i) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards 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 International Section, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (j) of this AD. 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.
    (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus SAS's
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
    (3) Required for Compliance (RC): For any service information
referenced in EASA AD 2019-0176 that contains RC procedures and
tests: Except as required by paragraph (i)(2) of this AD, RC
procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any
procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended.
Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be
deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the
operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining
approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as
RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy
condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests
identified as RC require approval of an AMOC.

(j) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir Ulyanov,
Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone
and fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

(k) 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) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2019-0176,
dated July 19, 2019.
    (ii) [Reserved]
    (3) For information about EASA AD 2019-0176, contact the EASA,
at Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221
89990 6017; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet www.easa.europa.eu.
You may find this EASA AD on the EASA website at https://ad.easa.europa.eu.
    (4) You may view this material at the FAA, Transport Standards
Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA, call<PHONE_NUMBER>. EASA AD
2019-0176 may be found in the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-
2019-0718.
    (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_ADDRESS>or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on October 18, 2019.
Dionne Palermo,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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[Notices]
[Pages 39142-39143]
[FR Doc No: 2017-17405]

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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

[SEC File No. 270-495, OMB Control No. 3235-0553]

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Upon Written Request, Copies Available From: Securities and Exchange
Commission, Office of FOIA Services, 100 F St. NE., Washington, DC
20549-2736

Extension:
    Rule 19b-7 and Form 19b-7

    Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction
Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ``PRA''), the Securities and
Exchange Commission (``SEC'' or ``Commission'') has submitted to the
Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') a request for approval of
extension of the existing collection of information provided for in
Rule 19b-7 (17 CFR 240.19b-7) and Form 19b-7-Filings with respect to
proposed rule changes submitted pursuant to Section 19b(7) under the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78a et seq.) (``Exchange
Act'').
    The Exchange Act provides a framework for self-regulation under
which various entities involved in the securities business,
including national securities exchanges and national securities
associations (collectively, self-regulatory organizations or
``SROs''), have primary responsibility for regulating their members
or participants. The role of the Commission in this framework is
primarily one of oversight; the Exchange Act charges the Commission
with supervising the SROs and assuring that each complies with and
advances the policies of the Exchange Act.
    The Exchange Act was amended by the Commodity Futures
Modernization Act of 2000 (``CFMA''). Prior to the CFMA, federal law
did not allow the trading of futures on individual stocks or on
narrow-based stock indexes (collectively, ``security futures
products''). The CFMA removed this restriction and provided that
trading in security futures products would be regulated jointly by
the Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission
(``CFTC'').
    The Exchange Act requires all SROs to submit to the SEC any
proposals to amend, add, or delete any of their rules. Certain
entities (Security Futures Product Exchanges) would be notice
registered national securities exchanges only because they trade
security futures products. Similarly, certain entities (Limited
Purpose National Securities Associations) would be limited purpose
national securities associations only because their members trade
security futures products. The Exchange Act, as amended by the CFMA,
established a procedure for Security Futures Product Exchanges and
Limited Purpose National Securities Associations to provide notice
of proposed rule changes relating to certain matters.\1\ Rule 19b-7
and Form 19b-7 implemented this procedure. Effective April 28, 2008,
the SEC amended Rule 19b-7 and Form 19b-7 to require that Form 19b-7
be submitted electronically.\2\
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    \1\ These matters are higher margin levels, fraud or
manipulation, recordkeeping, reporting, listing standards, or
decimal pricing for security futures products; sales practices for
security futures products for persons who effect transactions in
security futures products; or rules effectuating the obligation of
Security Futures Product Exchanges and Limited Purpose National
Securities Associations to enforce the securities laws. See 15
U.S.C. 78s(b)(7)(A).
    \2\ See Securities Exchange Act Release No. 57526 (March 19,
2008), 73 FR 16179 (March 27, 2008).
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    The collection of information is designed to provide the
Commission with the information necessary to determine, as required
by the Exchange Act, whether the proposed rule change is consistent
with the Exchange Act and the rules thereunder. The information is
used to determine if the proposed rule change should remain in
effect or abrogated.
    The respondents to the collection of information are SROs. Three
respondents file an average total of approximately 3 responses per
year.\3\ Each response takes approximately 12.5 hours to complete
and each amendment takes approximately 3 hours to complete, which
correspond to an estimated annual response burden of 37.5 hours ((3
rule change proposals x 12.5 hours) + (0 amendments \4\ x 3 hours)).
The average internal cost of compliance per response is $4,761 (11.5
legal hours multiplied by an average hourly rate of $396 \5\ plus 1
hour of paralegal work

multiplied by an average hourly rate of $207 \6\). The total
resulting internal cost of compliance for a respondent is $14,283
per year (3 responses x $4,761 per response).
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    \3\ There are currently four Security Futures Product Exchanges
and one Limited Purpose National Securities Association, the
National Futures Authority. However, two Security Futures Product
Exchanges currently do not trade security futures products and, as a
result, have not been filing proposed rule changes. Therefore, there
are currently three respondents to Form 19b-7.
    \4\ SEC staff notes that even though no amendments were received
in the previous three years and that staff does not anticipate the
receipt of any amendments, calculation of amendments is a separate
step in the calculation of the PRA burden and it is possible that
amendments are filed in the future. Therefore, instead of removing
the calculation altogether, staff has shown the calculation as
anticipating zero amendments.
    \5\ The $396 per hour figure for an Attorney is from SIFMA's
Management & Professional Earnings in the Securities Industry 2013,
modified by Commission staff to account for inflation and an 1800-
hour work-year and then multiplied by 5.35 to account for bonuses,
firm size, employee benefits, and overhead.
    \6\ The $207 per hour figure for a Paralegal is from SIFMA's
Management & Professional Earnings in the Securities Industry 2013,
modified by Commission staff to account for inflation and an 1800-
hour work-year and then multiplied by 5.35 to account for bonuses,
firm size, employee benefits, and overhead.
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    In addition to filing its proposed rule changes, and any
amendments thereto, with the Commission, a respondent is also
required to post each of its proposals and any amendments thereto,
on its Web site. This process takes approximately 0.5 hours to
complete per proposal and 0.5 hours per amendment. Thus, for the
approximately 3 responses and 0 amendments,\7\ the total annual
reporting burden on a respondent to post these on its Web site is
1.5 hours ((3 proposals per year x 0.5 hours per filing) + (0
amendments x 0.5 hours)). Further, a respondent is required to
update its rulebook, which it maintains on its Web site, to reflect
the changes that it makes in each proposal and any amendment
thereto. Thus, for all filings that were not withdrawn by a
respondent (0 withdrawn filings in calendar years 2014-2016) or
disapproved by the Commission (0 disapproved filings in calendar
years 2014-2016), a respondent was required to update its online
rulebook to reflect the effectiveness of 3 filings on average, each
of which takes approximately 4 hours to complete per proposal. Thus,
the total annual reporting burden for updating an online rulebook is
12 hours ((3 filings per year--0 withdrawn filings--0 disapproved
filings) x 4 hours).
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    Compliance with Rule 19b-7 is mandatory. Information received in
response to Rule 19b-7 is not kept confidential; the information
collected is public information.
    An agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not
required to respond to, a collection of information under the PRA
unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number.
    The public may view background documentation for this
information collection at the following Web site: www.reginfo.gov.
Comments should be directed to: (i) Desk Officer for the Securities
and Exchange Commission, Office of Information and Regulatory
Affairs, Office of Management and Budget, Room 10102, New Executive
Office Building, Washington, DC 20503, or by sending an email to:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>and (ii) Pamela Dyson, Director/Chief
Information Officer, Securities and Exchange Commission, c/o Remi
Pavlik-Simon, 100 F Street NE., Washington, DC 20549, or by sending
an email to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Comments must be submitted to OMB
within 30 days of this notice.

    Dated: August 14, 2017.
Eduardo A. Aleman,
Assistant Secretary.
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[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

[Docket No. FMCSA-2017-0028]

Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision

AGENCY: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of applications for exemption; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: FMCSA announces receipt of applications from 23 individuals
for an exemption from the vision requirement in the Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) to operate a commercial motor
vehicle (CMV) in interstate commerce. If granted, the exemptions will
enable these individuals to operate CMVs in interstate commerce without
meeting the vision requirement in one eye.

DATES: Comments must be received on or before March 16, 2018.

ADDRESSES: You may submit comments bearing the Federal Docket
Management System (FDMS) Docket No. FMCSA-2017-0028 using any of the
following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the online instructions for submitting
comments.
     Mail: Docket Management Facility; U.S. Department of
Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, Washington, DC 20590-0001.
     Hand Delivery: West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
e.t., Monday through Friday, except Federal Holidays.
     Fax: 1-202-493-2251.
    Instructions: Each submission must include the Agency name and the
docket number(s) for this notice. Note that all comments received will
be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information provided. Please see the Privacy Act heading below
for further information.
    Docket: For access to the docket to read background documents or
comments, go to http://www.regulations.gov at any time or Room W12-140
on the ground level of the West Building, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., e.t., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The FDMS is available 24 hours each day, 365
days each year. If you want acknowledgment that we received your
comments, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope or postcard
or print the acknowledgement page that appears after submitting
comments online.
    Privacy Act: In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 553(c), DOT solicits
comments from the public to better inform its rulemaking process. DOT
posts these comments, without edit, including any personal information
the commenter provides, to http://www.regulations.gov, as described in
the system of records notice (DOT/ALL-14 FDMS), which can be reviewed
at http://www.dot.gov/privacy.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Christine A. Hydock, Chief,
Medical Programs Division,<PHONE_NUMBER>, [email protected], FMCSA,
Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W64-224,
Washington, DC 20590-0001. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., e.t.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. If you have questions
regarding viewing or submitting material to the docket, contact Docket
Services, telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Background

    Under 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315, FMCSA may grant an exemption
from the FMCSRs for a five-year period if it finds ``such exemption
would likely achieve a level of safety that is equivalent to or greater
than the level that would be achieved absent such exemption.'' The
statute also allows the Agency to renew exemptions at the end of the
five-year period. FMCSA grants exemptions from the FMCSRs for a two-
year period to align with the maximum duration of a driver's medical
certification.
    The 23 individuals listed in this notice have requested an
exemption from the vision requirement in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(10).
Accordingly, the Agency will evaluate the qualifications of each
applicant to determine whether granting an exemption will achieve the
required level of safety mandated by statute.
    The physical qualification standard for drivers regarding vision
found in 49 CFR 391.41(b)(10) states that a person is physically
qualified to drive a CMV if that person has distant visual acuity of at
least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye without corrective lenses or visual
acuity separately corrected to 20/40 (Snellen) or better with
corrective lenses, distant binocular acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen)
in both eyes with or without corrective lenses, field of vision of at
least 70[deg] in the horizontal Meridian in each eye, and the ability
to recognize the colors of traffic signals and devices showing standard
red, green, and amber.
    In July 1992, the Agency first published the criteria for the
Vision Waiver Program, which listed the conditions and reporting
standards that CMV drivers approved for participation would need to
meet (Qualification of Drivers; Vision Waivers, 57 FR 31458, July 16,
1992). The current Vision Exemption Program was established in 1998,
following the enactment of amendments to the statutes governing
exemptions made by Sec.  4007 of the Transportation Equity Act for the
21st Century (TEA-21), Public Law 105-178, 112 Stat. 107, 401 (June 9,
1998). Vision exemptions are considered under the procedures
established in 49 CFR part 381 subpart C, on a case-by-case basis upon
application by CMV drivers who do not meet the vision standards of 49
CFR 391.41(b)(10).
    To qualify for an exemption from the vision requirement, FMCSA
requires a person to present verifiable evidence that he/she has driven
a commercial vehicle safely with the vision deficiency for the past
three years. Recent driving performance is especially important in
evaluating future safety, according to several research studies
designed to correlate past and future driving performance. Results of
these studies support the principle that the best predictor of future
performance by a driver is his/her past record of crashes and traffic
violations. Copies of the studies may be found at Docket Number FMCSA-
1998-3637.
    FMCSA believes it can properly apply the principle to monocular
drivers, because data from the Federal Highway Administration's (FHWA)
former waiver study program clearly demonstrated the driving
performance of experienced monocular drivers in the program is better
than that of all CMV drivers collectively (See 61 FR 13338, 13345,
March 26, 1996). The fact that experienced monocular drivers
demonstrated safe driving records in the waiver program supports a
conclusion that other monocular drivers, meeting the same qualifying
conditions as those required by the waiver program, are also likely to
have adapted to their vision deficiency and will continue to operate
safely.
    The first major research correlating past and future performance
was done in England by Greenwood and Yule in 1920. Subsequent studies,
building on that model, concluded that crash rates for the same
individual exposed to certain risks for two different time periods vary
only slightly (See Bates and Neyman, University of California
Publications in Statistics, April 1952). Other studies demonstrated
theories of predicting crash proneness from crash history coupled with
other factors. These factors--such as age, sex, geographic location,
mileage driven and conviction history--are used every day by insurance
companies and motor vehicle bureaus to predict the probability of an
individual experiencing future crashes (See Weber, Donald C.,
``Accident Rate Potential: An Application of Multiple Regression
Analysis of a Poisson Process,'' Journal of American Statistical
Association, June 1971). A 1964 California Driver Record Study prepared
by the California Department of Motor Vehicles concluded that the best
overall crash predictor for both concurrent and nonconcurrent events is
the number of single convictions. This study used three consecutive
years of data, comparing the experiences of drivers in

the first two years with their experiences in the final year.

II. Qualifications of Applicants

Michael W. Belknap

    Mr. Belknap, 52, has had amblyopia in his right eye since birth.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/150, and in his left eye, 20/
20. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``Based
upon my examination and with due regard for public safety, it is my
decision that Mr. Belknap's eyesight is sufficient to perform the
driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Belknap
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 35 years, accumulating
525,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 35 years,
accumulating 262,500 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Vermont. His
driving record for the last three years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Scott M. Cavanaugh

    Mr. Cavanaugh, 33, has had nystagmus in his left eye since birth.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
70. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated,
``Therefore, it is my opinion that Scott has sufficient vision to
perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial motor
vehicle.'' Mr. Cavanaugh reported that he has driven straight trucks
for 12 years, accumulating 108,000 miles. He holds an operator's
license from Oklahoma. His driving record for the last three years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

James M. Ferry

    Mr. Ferry, 52, has a retinal detachment in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1991. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/
150, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2017, his
optometrist stated, ``In summary, it is my opinion that Mr. James Ferry
meets the tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Ferry
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 33 years, accumulating
825,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 31 years,
accumulating 2.17 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Ohio. His
driving record for the last three years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Jacob A. Hehr

    Mr. Hehr, 27, has had amblyopia in his left eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, count
fingers. Following an examination in 2017, his ophthalmologist stated,
``Vision is sufficient to operate a commercial vehicle per Sheridan
Lam, MD.'' Mr. Hehr reported that he has driven straight trucks for
eight years, accumulating 108,000 miles, and tractor-trailer
combinations for three years, accumulating 36,000 miles. He holds a
Class AM CDL from Illinois. His driving record for the last three years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Mike B. Houston

    Mr. Houston, 42, has a corneal scar in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is
20/400, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2017,
his ophthalmologist stated, ``Despite the fact Mr. Houston has a
corneal scar in his right eye, in my medical opinion he has sufficient
vision to perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial
vehicle.'' Mr. Houston reported that he has driven straight trucks for
ten years, accumulating 400,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations
for ten years, accumulating 400,000 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
Oregon. His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Marvin R. Knecht

    Mr. Knecht, 67, has had amblyopia in his left eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
50. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``Marvin
has adequate vision to pass the commercial driving standards.'' Mr.
Knecht reported that he has driven straight trucks for 50 years,
accumulating 525,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 45
years, accumulating 3.6 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
North Dakota. His driving record for the last three years shows no
crashes and one conviction for speeding in a CMV; he exceeded the speed
limit by 20 mph.

Paul H. Knott

    Mr. Knott, 51, has complete loss of vision in his left eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1987. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/
20, and in his left eye, no light perception. Following an examination
in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``In my professional opinion,
considering the longevity of his driving career, the longstanding,
stable nature of his eye condition, and his ability to meet the
requirements for CDL licensure, I also believe Mr. Scott is capable of
safely and properly operating his vehicle(s).'' Mr. Knott reported that
he has driven straight trucks for 30 years, accumulating 900,000 miles.
He holds an operator's license from North Dakota. His driving record
for the last three years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving
violations in a CMV.

Randolph W. Lewis

    Mr. Lewis, 55, has had amblyopia in his left eye since birth. The
visual acuity in his right eye is 20/15, and in his left eye, 20/60.
Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``In my
opinion these findings demonstrate that the patient has sufficient
vision to perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial
vehicle.'' Mr. Lewis reported that he has driven straight trucks for
four years, accumulating 80,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations
for 29 years, accumulating 1.45 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL
from California. His driving record for the last three years shows no
crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

John M. Moore

    Mr. Moore, 51, has complete loss of vision in his right eye due to
melanoma. The visual acuity in his right eye is no light perception,
and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2017, his
ophthalmologist stated, ``He has sufficient vision to perform his
driving task under a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Moore reported that he
has driven straight trucks for 25 years, accumulating 500,000 miles,
and tractor-trailer combinations for 25 years, accumulating 2 million
miles. He holds an operator's license from Louisiana. His driving
record for the last three years shows no crashes and no convictions for
moving violations in a CMV.

Martin Munoz

    Mr. Munoz, 45, has had amblyopia in his right eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/50, and in his left eye, 20/
20. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``I
certify that in my opinion, Mr. Munoz has sufficient vision to perform
the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Munoz
reported that he has driven straight trucks for seven years,
accumulating 94,500 miles. He holds an operator's license from Texas.
His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Edwin Quiles

    Mr. Quiles, 58, has retinal scarring in his left eye due to a
traumatic incident in 1977. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/
20, and in his left eye, 20/250. Following an examination in 2017, his
optometrist stated, ``It is my opinion that Mr. Quiles has adequate
vision to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Quiles reported that he
has driven straight trucks for five years, accumulating 75,000 miles,
and tractor-trailer combinations for 35 years, accumulating 2.9 million
miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Florida. His driving record for the
last three years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving
violations in a CMV.

Vernon L. Reed

    Mr. Reed, 61, has had a branch retinal vein occlusion in his left
eye since 2014. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his
left eye, 20/80. Following an examination in 2017, his ophthalmologist
stated, ``I believe that Vernon Reed has sufficient vision to perform
the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Reed
reported that he has driven straight trucks for 12 years, accumulating
192,000 miles, and tractor-trailer combinations for 36 years,
accumulating 3.6 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Oregon. His
driving record for the last three years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Joshua A. Rhynd

    Mr. Rhynd, 27, has had amblyopia in his left eye since childhood.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/
70. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``He does
have sufficient vision to perform the commercial driving tasks
required.'' Mr. Rhynd reported that he has driven straight trucks for
four years, accumulating 520,000 miles, and tractor-trailer
combinations for five years, accumulating 1.12 million miles. He holds
a Class A CDL from Maine. His driving record for the last three years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Douglass L. Riddell

    Mr. Riddell, 62, has had amblyopia in his left eye since birth. The
visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye, 20/200.
Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``This letter
certifies that Douglas L. Riddell in my medical opinion has sufficient
vision to perform the driving tasks required to safely operate a
commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Riddell reported that he has driven straight
trucks for 30 years, accumulating 540,000 miles, and tractor-trailer
combinations for 15 years, accumulating 120,000 miles. He holds a Class
AM1 CDL from California. His driving record for the last three years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Michael C. Stevelman

    Mr. Stevelman, 25, has had amblyopia in his right eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/60, and in his left
eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated,
``In my medical opinion, the patient has sufficient vision to perform
the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr.
Stevelman reported that he has driven straight trucks for seven years,
accumulating 105,000 miles. He holds an operator's license from New
Jersey. His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Sedrick Straughter

    Mr. Straughter, 45, has had amblyopia in his left eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left
eye, 20/60. Following an examination in 2017, his ophthalmologist
stated, ``This is to certify that, in my medical opinion, Mr.
Straughter has sufficient vision to perform the driving tasks required
to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Straughter reported that he has
driven tractor-trailer combinations for ten years, accumulating 1
million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from Illinois. His driving record
for the last three years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving
violations in a CMV.

Michael Talley

    Mr. Talley, 51, has a chorioretinal scar in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is
hand motion, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in
2017, his optometrist stated, ``DR [SIC] LANKA HEREBY TESTIFIES THAT IN
HIS MEDICAL OPINION, MR. TALLEY HAS THE SUFFICIENT VISION TO PERFORM
THE DRIVING TASKS REQUIRED TO OPERATE A COMMERCIAL VEHICLE.'' Mr.
Talley reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations for 30
years, accumulating 2.1 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
Oklahoma. His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Edward G. Thurston, III

    Mr. Thurston, 53, has had a macular scar in his right eye since
2004. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/100, and in his left
eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated,
``Eddie has sufficient vision for operating a commercial vehicle.'' Mr.
Thurston reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations for
18 years, accumulating 1.3 million miles. He holds a Class A CDL from
Texas. His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes and
no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Gerald A. Vaughn

    Mr. Vaughn, 59, has had a retinal scar in his right eye since 2004.
The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/60, and in his left eye, 20/
20. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``Gerald
Vaughn has sufficient vision to perform the driving tasks required to
operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Vaughn reported that he has driven
straight trucks for ten years, accumulating 100,000 miles, and tractor-
trailer combinations for 15 years, accumulating 2.25 million miles. He
holds a Class A CDL from Ohio. His driving record for the last three
years shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a
CMV.

John Henry R. Viljoen

    Mr. Viljoen, 38, has a prosthetic left eye due to a traumatic
incident in childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and
in his left eye, no light perception. Following an examination in 2017,
his optometrist stated, ``According the [sic] visual acuity and his
peripheral vision and his color perception, it appears he has
sufficient visual function to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr.
Viljoen reported that he has driven straight trucks for five years,
accumulating 100,000 miles. He holds an operator's license from North
Dakota. His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Kenneth E. Wheland

    Mr. Wheland, 56, has had a retinal detachment in his left eye since
2014. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left eye,
20/125. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated, ``In
my opinion, Mr. Wheland retains vision sufficient to operate a
commercial vehicle.'' Mr. Wheland reported that he has driven straight
trucks for 18 years, accumulating 5.4 million miles, tractor-trailer
combinations for 22 years, accumulating 12.1 million miles, and

buses for 18 years, accumulating 6.3 million miles. He holds a Class A
CDL from Pennsylvania. His driving record for the last three years
shows no crashes and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Richard E. Wixom

    Mr. Wixom, 56, has a retinal detachment in his right eye due to a
traumatic incident in 2015. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/
50, and in his left eye, 20/20. Following an examination in 2017, his
optometrist stated, ``I certify that Richard has sufficient vision to
perform the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.''
Mr. Wixom reported that he has driven tractor-trailer combinations for
15 years, accumulating 2.25 million miles. He holds a Class CA CDL from
Michigan. His driving record for the last three years shows no crashes
and no convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

Mohammad J. Yousufzai

    Mr. Yousufzai, 41, has had amblyopia in his left eye since
childhood. The visual acuity in his right eye is 20/20, and in his left
eye, 20/50. Following an examination in 2017, his optometrist stated,
``In my medical opinion, Mr. Yousufzai has sufficient vision to perform
the driving tasks required to operate a commercial vehicle.'' Mr.
Yousufzai reported that he has driven straight trucks for three years,
accumulating 36,780 miles. He holds a Class A CDL from New Jersey. His
driving record for the last three years shows no crashes and no
convictions for moving violations in a CMV.

III. Request for Comments

    In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 31136(e) and 31315, FMCSA requests
public comment from all interested persons on the exemption petitions
described in this notice. We will consider all comments and material
received before the close of business on the closing date indicated in
the dates section of the notice.

IV. Submitting Comments

    You may submit your comments and material online or by fax, mail,
or hand delivery, but please use only one of these means. FMCSA
recommends that you include your name and a mailing address, an email
address, or a phone number in the body of your document so that FMCSA
can contact you if there are questions regarding your submission.
    To submit your comment online, go to http://www.regulations.gov and
in the search box insert the docket number FMCSA-2017-0028 and click
the search button. When the new screen appears, click on the blue
``Comment Now!'' button on the right hand side of the page. On the new
page, enter information required including the specific section of this
document to which each comment applies, and provide a reason for each
suggestion or recommendation. If you submit your comments by mail or
hand delivery, submit them in an unbound format, no larger than 8\1/2\
by 11 inches, suitable for copying and electronic filing. If you submit
comments by mail and would like to know that they reached the facility,
please enclose a stamped, self-addressed postcard or envelope.
    We will consider all comments and materials received during the
comment period. FMCSA may issue a final determination at any time after
the close of the comment period.

V. Viewing Comments and Documents

    To view comments, as well as any documents mentioned in this
preamble, go to http://www.regulations.gov and in the search box insert
the docket number FMCSA-2017-0028 and click ``Search.'' Next, click
``Open Docket Folder'' and you will find all documents and comments
related to this notice.

    Issued on: February 7, 2018.
Larry W. Minor,
Associate Administrator for Policy.
[FR Doc. 2018-03034 Filed 2-13-18; 8:45 am]
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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 91 (Wednesday, May 11, 2011)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 27232-27237]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2010-1276; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-092-AD;
Amendment 39-16689; AD 2011-10-08]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series 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 the
products listed above that would supersede two existing ADs. This AD
results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and
correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes
the unsafe condition as:

    DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile]
France AD 1992-106-132(B) * * * has been issued in order to mandate
a set of inspections/modifications which address JAR/FAR [Joint
Aviation Regulation/Federal Aviation Regulation] 25-571 requirements
related to damage-tolerance and fatigue evaluation of structure.
* * * * *

The unsafe condition is reduced structural integrity of the wings,
fuselage, and stabilizers. We are issuing this AD to require actions to
correct the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD becomes effective June 15, 2011.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of June 15,
2011.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of January
20, 1999 (63 FR 69179, December 16, 1998).

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-2125; fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products.
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on January 3, 2011 (76
FR 42), and proposed to supersede AD 98-26-01, Amendment 39-10942 (63
FR 69179, December 16, 1998), and AD 91-13-01, Amendment 39-7032 (56 FR
26602, June 10, 1991).
    The NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:

    DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile]
France AD 1992-106-132(B) original issue up to revision 7 has been
issued in order to mandate a set of inspections/modifications which
address JAR/FAR [Joint Aviation Regulation/Federal Aviation
Regulation] 25-571 requirements related to damage-tolerance and
fatigue evaluation of structure [FAA AD 98-26-01 corresponds to DGAC
AD 1992-106-132(B)R4, dated June 5, 1996].
    Following the Extended Design Service Goal activities part of
the Structure Task Group for the A310 program, EASA AD 2007-0053
superseded DGAC France AD F-1992-106-132R7 in order to take into
account the publication of Airbus Service Bulletins (SB) A310-55-
2004 at Revision 5 and Airbus SB A310-53-2074 at Revision 3, whose
inspection thresholds and/or intervals had been reduced.
    Revision 1 of this AD was issued to remove the mandatory
requirements related to the wings (i.e. Sec.  1.8, 1.9, 1.10, 1.13,
and 1.18) from the Compliance section, which have been transferred
to EASA AD 2007-0242.
    Revision 2 of this AD has been issued to remove the mandatory
requirements of paragraph 1.15, 1.16 and 1.17 which have now been
transferred to EASA AD 2009-0057 (Sec.  1.15 and 1.17) and 2009-0058
(Sec.  1.16) respectively.
    Revision 3 of this AD is issued to add a Note to the
Applicability and amend the Required Action(s) and Compliance
Time(s) section of this AD to clarify the allowed use of the
referenced SBs by operators. In addition, a note has been added to
paragraph 1.7 and the notes associated to paragraphs 1.1, 1.2, 1.3,
1.4, 1.5 and 1.12 have been clarified.

The unsafe condition is reduced structural integrity of the wings,
fuselage, and stabilizers.
    This NPRM proposed to continue to require certain actions specified
in AD 98-26-01.
    The NPRM also proposed to expand the inspection area of the high
frequency eddy current rototest inspection required by paragraph (g) of
AD 98-26-01. The required actions are as follows, depending on airplane
configuration:
     A defectoscope or rototest inspection to detect cracks in
the area of frame 47 and frame 54, install new doublers, and repair if
necessary.
     Repetitive visual inspections to detect cracks on frame 46
between the left- and right-hand sides of stringers 21 and 22 on the
forward and aft faces, and repair if necessary.
     Repetitive visual inspections to detect cracks at the T-
section connecting frame 50A to the beam between the left- and right-
hand sides of frames 50 and 51, and modification if necessary.
     Repetitive visual inspections to detect cracks in the
lower milled side panel at the lap joint with the upper side panel at
frame 47 and stringer 22, left- and right-hand sides, and repair if
necessary.
     An eddy current inspection to detect cracks on the upper
integral part adjacent to the rear attach fittings on the horizontal
stabilizer, modification of the horizontal stabilizer, and repair if
necessary.
     Repetitive high frequency eddy current rototest
inspections for cracking of the doubler plate edge, rear spar area, and
at specified fastener holes in the top skin chordwise splice along the
contour of the steel doubler between ribs 3 and 4 on the left- and
right-hand center and side boxes on the horizontal stabilizer,
installing new fasteners if no cracking is found, and repair if
necessary.
     Repetitive inspections, either an eddy current or visual
inspection, to detect cracks on the left and right vertical posts,
numbers 1 through 5 inclusive, in the wing center box at frame 40/41,
and modification if necessary. You may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.

Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information

    We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
    We might also have required different actions in this AD from those
in the MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences
are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD will affect 44 products of U.S. registry.
The actions that are required by AD 98-26-01 and are retained in this
AD take about 1,087 work-hours per product, at an average labor rate of
$85 per work hour. Required parts cost about $81,973 per product. Based
on these figures, the estimated cost of the currently required actions
is $174,368 per product.
    We also estimate that it will take about 3 work-hours per product
to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor
rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost
of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $11,220, or $255 per product.

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 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); 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.
    We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.

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 the NPRM, 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.

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 removing Amendment 39-10942 (63 FR
69179, December 16, 1998) and Amendment 39-7032 (56 FR 26602, June 10,
1991) and adding the following new AD:

2011-10-08 Airbus: Amendment 39-16689. Docket No. FAA-2010-1276;
Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-092-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective June 15,
2011.

Affected ADs

    (b) This AD supersedes AD 98-26-01, Amendment 39-10942, and AD
91-13-01, Amendment 39-7032.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A310-203, -204, -221, -222,
-304, -322, -324, and -325 airplanes, certificated in any category,
all certified models, all serial numbers.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Codes 53:
Fuselage, 55: Stabilizers, and 57: Wings.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:

    DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile]
France AD 1992-106-132(B) * * * has been issued in order to mandate
a set of inspections/modifications which address JAR/FAR [Joint
Aviation Regulation/Federal Aviation Regulation] 25-571 requirements
related to damage-tolerance and fatigue evaluation of structure.
* * * * *
The unsafe condition is reduced structural integrity of the wings,
fuselage, and stabilizers.

Compliance

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

Restatement of Certain Requirements of AD 98-26-01

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-53-2016--No Changes

    (g) For airplanes listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-
2016, Revision 5, dated December 7, 1992: Prior to the accumulation
of 12,000 total flight cycles, or within 1,000 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999 (the effective date of AD 98-26-01), whichever
occurs later, perform a defectoscope or rototest inspection to
detect cracks in the area of frame 47 and frame 54, and install new
doublers, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2016,
Revision 5, dated December 7, 1992. Except as provided by paragraph
(m) of this AD, if any discrepancy is found, prior to further
flight, perform follow-on corrective actions, as applicable, in
accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2016, Revision 5,
dated December 7, 1992.

    Note 1:  Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 04980 is done in
production are not affected by paragraph (g) of this AD.

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-53-2054, With Latest Optional
Modification

    (h) For airplanes listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-
2054, Revision 2, dated May 22, 1990: Prior to the accumulation of
12,000 total flight cycles, or within 1,000 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999, whichever occurs later, and thereafter at
intervals not to exceed 3,000 flight cycles, perform a visual
inspection to detect cracks on frame 46 between the left- and right-
hand sides of stringers 21 and 22 on the forward and aft faces, in
accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2054, Revision 2,
dated May 22, 1990. If any crack is found, prior to further flight,
repair in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2054,
Revision 2, dated May 22, 1990.

    Note 2:  Airplanes on which Airbus modification 05254 is done in
production; or on which Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2019,
Revision 2, dated May 22, 1990, or Revision 3, dated February 28,
1991, is done in service; are not affected by paragraph (h) of this
AD.

    (1) Prior to the effective date of this AD: Accomplishment of
the repair required by paragraph (h) of this AD; or modification of
the reinforcement angle runout in accordance with Airbus Service
Bulletin A310-53-2019, Revision 2, dated May 22, 1990, or Revision
3, dated February 28, 1991; terminates the repetitive inspection
requirements of paragraph (h) of this AD.
    (2) On or after the effective date of this AD: Accomplishment of
the repair required by paragraph (h) of this AD; or modification of
the reinforcement angle runout in accordance with Airbus Service
Bulletin A310-53-2019, Revision 3, dated February 28, 1991;
terminates the repetitive inspection requirements of paragraph (h)
of this AD.

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-53-2057--No Changes

    (i) For airplanes listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-
2057, Revision 1, dated April 30, 1992: Perform a visual inspection
to detect cracks at the T-section connecting frame 50A to the beam
between the left- and right-hand sides of frames 50 and 51, in
accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2057, Revision 1,
dated April 30, 1992. Perform the inspection at the time specified
in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD, as applicable. If any
crack is found, prior to further flight, accomplish Airbus
Modifications No. 4853 and No. 5273, in accordance with Airbus
Service Bulletin A310-53-2057, Revision 1, dated April 30, 1992.
Accomplishment of these modifications terminates the requirements of
this paragraph.

    Note 3:  Airplanes on which Airbus modification 4853 is done are
affected by paragraph (i) of this AD, except those airplanes on
which Airbus Modification 5273 has been done or on which Airbus
Service Bulletin A310-53-2011 has been done in service.

    (1) For the airplane having manufacturer's serial number (MSN)
191: Prior to the accumulation of 24,000 total flight cycles, or
within 1,000 flight cycles after January 20, 1999, whichever occurs
later; and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6,000 flight
cycles.
    (2) For airplanes other than the airplane identified in
paragraph (i)(1) of this AD: Prior to the accumulation of 12,000
total flight cycles, or within 1,000 flight cycles after January 20,
1999, whichever occurs later; and thereafter at intervals not to
exceed 6,000 flight cycles.

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-53-2059--No Changes

    (j) For airplanes listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-
2059, Revision 1, dated January 4, 1996: Perform a visual inspection
to detect cracks in the lower milled side panel at the lap joint
with the upper side panel at frame 47 and stringer 22, left- and
right-hand sides, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-
53-2059, Revision 1, dated January 4, 1996. Perform the inspection
at the time specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(2) of this AD, as
applicable. Except as provided by paragraph (m) of this AD, if any
crack is found, prior to further flight, repair in accordance with
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2059, Revision 1, dated January 4,
1996. Thereafter, repeat the inspections at intervals not to exceed
9,000 flight cycles, or accomplish Airbus Modification 5997 (Airbus
Service Bulletin A310-53-2058). Accomplishment of either the repair
or Airbus Modification 5997 constitutes terminating action for the
repetitive inspections required by this paragraph.

    Note 4:  Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 5997 has been
done completely in production, or on which Airbus Service Bulletin
A310-53-2058 has been done in service, are not affected by the
actions in paragraph (j) of this AD.

    (1) For Model A310-200 series airplanes, accomplish the
inspection at the time specified in paragraph (j)(1)(i) or
(j)(1)(ii) of this AD, as applicable.
    (i) For airplanes that have accumulated less than 20,000 total
flight cycles as of January 20, 1999: Prior to the accumulation of
18,000 total flight cycles, or within 2,000 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999, whichever occurs later.
    (ii) For airplanes that have accumulated 20,000 or more total
flight cycles as of January 20, 1999: Within 1,000 flight cycles
after January 20, 1999.
    (2) For Model A310-300 series airplanes, accomplish the
inspection at the time specified in paragraph (j)(2)(i) or
(j)(2)(ii) of this AD, as applicable.
    (i) For airplanes that have accumulated less than 19,700 total
flight cycles as of January 20, 1999: Prior to the accumulation of
18,000 total flight cycles, or within 1,700 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999, whichever occurs later.
    (ii) For airplanes that have accumulated 19,700 or more total
flight cycles as of January 20, 1999: Within 850 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999.

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-55-2002--No Changes

    (k) For airplanes listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-
2002, Revision 4, dated April 28, 1989: Prior to the accumulation of
12,000 total flight cycles, or within 1,000 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999, whichever occurs later, perform an eddy current
inspection to detect cracks on the upper integral part adjacent to
the rear attach fittings on the horizontal stabilizer, and modify
the horizontal stabilizer, in accordance with Airbus Service
Bulletin A310-55-2002, Revision 4, dated April 28, 1989. Except as
provided by paragraph (m) of this AD, if any discrepancy is found,
prior to further flight, perform follow-on corrective actions, as
applicable, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2002,
Revision 4, dated April 28, 1989.

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-57-2039--No Changes

    (l) For airplanes listed in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-
2039, dated September 24, 1990: Perform either an eddy current or
visual inspection to detect cracks on the left and right vertical
posts, numbers 1 through 5 inclusive, in the wing center box at
frame 40/41, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-
2039, dated September 24, 1990. Perform the inspection at the time
specified in paragraph (l)(1) or (l)(2) of this AD, as applicable.
Except as provided by paragraph (m) of this AD, if any crack is
found, prior to further flight, accomplish the modification
specified in Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2041, dated September
24, 1990, in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2039,
dated September 24, 1990.

    Note 5:  Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 04977 has been
done in production are not affected by the actions specified in
paragraph (l) of this AD.

    (1) For airplanes on which Airbus Modification 7541/S7973
(reference Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2041) has not been
accomplished: Inspect prior to the accumulation of 21,000 total
flight cycles, or within 1,000 flight cycles after January 20, 1999,
whichever occurs later; and thereafter at intervals not to exceed
4,200 flight cycles (for a visual inspection), or 7,500 flight
cycles (for an eddy current inspection).
    (2) For airplanes on which Airbus Modification 7541/S7973
(reference Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2041) has been
accomplished: Inspect at the time specified in the graph contained
in Note 1 of paragraph 1.A.(2) of Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-
2039, dated September 24, 1990, or within 1,000 flight cycles after
January 20, 1999, whichever occurs later; and thereafter at
intervals not to exceed 5,000 flight cycles (for a visual
inspection), or 8,600 flight cycles (for an eddy current
inspection).

Exception to Certain Service Bulletin Repairs

    (m) If any crack is found during any inspection required by
paragraph (g), (j), (k), or (l) of this AD, and the applicable
service bulletin specifies to contact Airbus for an appropriate
action: Prior to further flight, repair in accordance with a method
approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, or
the DGAC (or its delegated agent), or European Aviation Safety
Agency (EASA) (or its delegated agent).

New Requirements of This AD: Actions

Actions for Service Bulletin A310-55-2004

    (n) For airplanes listed in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
A310-55-2004, Revision 05, dated October 13, 2006: At the applicable
time specified in paragraph (n)(1) or (n)(2) of this AD, do a high
frequency eddy current inspection for cracking of the doubler plate
edge, the rear spar area, and specified fastener holes in the top
skin chordwise splice along the contour of the steel doubler between
ribs 3 and 4 on the left-and right-hand center and side boxes on the
horizontal stabilizer, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A310-55-2004,
Revision 05, dated October 13, 2006. If any cracking is found,
before further flight, repair in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A310-55-2004,
Revision 05, dated October 13, 2006; except where this service
bulletin specifies to contact Airbus, before further flight, repair
in accordance with a method approved by either the Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, or EASA (or its delegated
agent). Thereafter, repeat the inspections at intervals not to
exceed 9,700 flight cycles or 19,500 flight hours, whichever occurs
first; except as required by paragraph (o) of this AD for the rear
spar area.

    Note 6:  Airplanes on which Airbus Modification 06070 has been
done in production are not affected by the actions specified in
paragraph (l) of this AD.

    (1) For airplanes on which Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2002
was accomplished prior to the accumulation of 6,000 total flight
cycles on the airplane; and for airplanes having MSN 311 through 400
inclusive on which Airbus Modification 4933 was accomplished during
production: Do the inspection at the later of the compliance times
specified in paragraphs (l)(1)(i) and (l)(1)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) Prior to the accumulation of 14,400 total flight cycles or
28,500 total flight hours, whichever occurs first.
    (ii) Within 1,500 flight cycles or 18 months after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
    (2) For airplanes on which Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2002
was accomplished on or after the accumulation of 6,000 total flight
cycles: Do the inspection at the later of the times specified in
paragraph (l)(2)(i) and (l)(2)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) Within 9,700 flight cycles or 19,500 flight hours after
accomplishing the modification, whichever occurs first.
    (ii) Within 1,500 flight cycles or 18 months after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
    (o) For airplanes on which the initial inspection required by
paragraph (n) of this AD has been done and on which a repair was
installed at fastener position A in accordance with Airbus Service
Bulletin A310-55-2002: At the later of the times specified in
paragraphs (o)(1) and (o)(2) of this AD, do a high frequency eddy
current inspection for cracking of the rear spar area as specified
in paragraph (n) of this AD, and repeat the high frequency eddy
current inspection of the rear spar area thereafter at intervals not
to exceed 4,800 flight cycles or 9,700 flight hours, whichever
occurs first.
    (1) Within 4,800 flight cycles or 9,700 flight hours, whichever
occurs first, after doing the repair in accordance with Airbus
Service Bulletin A310-55-2002.
    (2) Within 400 flight cycles or 800 flight hours, whichever
occurs first, after the effective date of this AD.

Credit for Actions Accomplished in Accordance With Previous Service
Information

    (p) Actions accomplished before the effective date of this AD in
accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2004, Revision 2,
dated February 7, 1991; Revision 3, dated April 16, 1997; and
Revision 04, dated April 17, 2001; are acceptable for compliance
with the corresponding actions specified in paragraph (n) of this
AD.

FAA AD Differences

    Note 7:  This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service
information as follows: No Differences.

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (q) 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: Dan Rodina,
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 e-mailed to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Before using any approved AMOC, notify your 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. AMOCs
approved previously in accordance with AD 98-26-01, amendment 39-
10942, are approved as AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of
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.

Related Information

    (r) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0053R3,
dated December 17, 2009, and the service bulletins listed in Table 1
of this AD, for related information.

                                          Table 1--Related Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
           Service Bulletin                           Revision                               Date
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A310- 05.................................  October 13, 2006.
 55-2004.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2016..  5..................................  December 7, 1992.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2019..  3..................................  February 28, 1991.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2054..  2..................................  May 22, 1990.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2057..  1..................................  April 30, 1992.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2059..  1..................................  January 4, 1996.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2002..  4..................................  April 28, 1989.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2039..  Original...........................  September 24, 1990.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2041..  Original...........................  September 24, 1990.
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Material Incorporated by Reference

    (s) You must use the applicable service bulletins contained in
Table 2 of this AD, to do the actions required by this AD, unless
the AD specifies otherwise.

                                 Table 2--All Material Incorporated by Reference
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
           Service Bulletin                           Revision                               Date
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A310- 05.................................  October 13, 2006.
 55-2004.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2016..  5..................................  December 7, 1992.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2019..  3..................................  February 28, 1991.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2054..  2..................................  May 22, 1990.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2057..  1..................................  April 30, 1992.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2059..  1..................................  January 4, 1996.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2002..  4..................................  April 28, 1989.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2039..  Original...........................  September 24, 1990.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2041..  Original...........................  September 24, 1990.
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    Note 8:  Only pages 1 and 6 of Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-
2019, Revision 3, dated February 28, 1991, show revision level 3 and
issue date February 28, 1991. All other pages of this document show
the original issue date of February 8, 1985.

    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of the service information contained in
Table 3 of this AD under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.

                                 Table 3--New Material Incorporated by Reference
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
           Service Bulletin                           Revision                               Date
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A310- 05.................................  October 13, 2006.
 55-2004, excluding Appendix 01.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2019..  3..................................  February 28, 1991.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2041..  Original...........................  September 24, 1990.
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    Note 9:  Only pages 1 and 6 of Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-
2019, Revision 3, dated February 28, 1991, show revision level 3 and
issue date February 28, 1991. All other pages of this document show
the original issue date of February 8, 1985.

    (2) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the
incorporation by reference of the service information contained in
Table 4 of this AD on January 20, 1999 (63 FR 69179, December 16,
1998).

                             Table 4--Material Previously Incorporated by Reference
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           Service Bulletin                           Revision                               Date
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2016..  5..................................  December 7, 1992.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2054..  2..................................  May 22, 1990.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2057..  1..................................  April 30, 1992.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-53-2059..  1..................................  January 4, 1996.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-55-2002..  4..................................  April 28, 1989.
Airbus Service Bulletin A310-57-2039..  Original...........................  September 24, 1990.
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     (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus SAS--EAW (Airworthiness Office), 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; e-mail<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Internet http://www.airbus.com.
    (4) You may review copies of the 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>.
    (5) You may also review copies of the 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/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 22, 2011.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2011-10687 Filed 5-10-11; 8:45 am]
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