[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 60 (Friday, March 28, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 17416-17422]
[FR Doc No: 2014-04954]

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2011-1253; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-079-AD;
Amendment 39-17723; AD 2013-26-14]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes

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

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2008-08-04 for
certain Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. AD
2008-08-04 required repetitive inspections for cracking in the forward
lug of the support rib 5 fitting of the left and right main landing
gear (MLG), and repair or replacement of any cracked MLG fitting if
necessary. AD 2008-08-04 also required modification of the rib bushings
of the left and right MLG, which ended the repetitive inspections. This
new AD requires, for airplanes on which certain modifications or
repairs have been done, repetitive inspections for cracks of the
forward lug of each left-hand and right-hand MLG support rib 5 fitting,
and repair if necessary; and adds Model A318 series airplanes to the
applicability. Replacement of an MLG support rib 5 fitting terminates
the repetitive inspection requirements for the MLG support rib 5
fitting at that position. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks
found in the forward lug of the MLG support rib 5 fitting. We are
issuing this AD to prevent cracking in the forward lug of the MLG,
which could result in failure of the lug and consequent collapse of the
MLG during takeoff or landing.

DATES: This AD becomes effective May 2, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 2, 2014.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of May
19, 2008 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008).

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2011-1253; 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 service information identified in this AD, contact Airbus,
Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707
Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 44
51; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Internet http://www.airbus.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
425-227-1221.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sanjay Ralhan, 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 supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 to supersede AD 2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73
FR 19975, April 14, 2008). AD 2008-08-04 applied to certain Airbus
Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. The SNPRM published
in the Federal Register on October 3, 2012 (77 FR 60325). We preceded
the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in
the Federal Register on November 23, 2011 (76 FR 72350). The NPRM
proposed to continue to require repetitive inspections for cracking in
the forward lug of the support rib 5 fitting of the left and right main
landing gear (MLG), and repair or replacement of any cracked MLG
fitting if necessary; and modification of the rib bushings of the left
and right MLG, which ended the repetitive inspections. The NPRM also
proposed to require, for airplanes on which certain modifications or
repairs have been done, repetitive inspections for cracks of the
forward lug of each left-hand and right-hand MLG support rib 5 fitting,
and repair if necessary; and to remove Model A318 series airplanes from
the applicability. The NPRM was prompted by reports of cracks found in
the forward lug of the MLG support rib 5 fitting. The SNPRM proposed to
revise the NPRM by adding Model A318 airplanes and others to the
applicability; and requiring repetitive detailed inspections for cracks
of the MLG support 5 fitting, and repair of any cracks. We are issuing
this AD to prevent cracking in the forward lug of the MLG, which could
result in failure of the lug and consequent collapse of the MLG during
takeoff or landing.
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2012-0032, dated February 24, 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:

    Several cases of corrosion of the Main Landing Gear (MLG)
support Rib 5 fitting lug bores have been reported on A320 family
aeroplanes. In some instances, corrosion pits caused the cracking of
the forward lug (sometimes through its complete thickness). If not
detected, the cracking may lead to the complete failure of the
fitting and thus could affect the structural integrity of the MLG
installation.
    EASA AD 2007-0213 [(http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2007_0213_superseded.pdf/AD_2007-0213_1), which corresponds to
FAA AD 2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008)]
was issued to address this condition and required a repetitive
inspection program of the MLG support Rib 5 fitting forward lugs
and, as terminating action, the embodiment of Airbus Service
Bulletin (SB) A320-57-1118.
    After that [EASA] AD was issued, a case of Rib 5, ruptured at
the 4 o'clock position, was discovered on an aeroplane on which the
terminating action of EASA AD 2007-0213 had already been embodied in
accordance with Airbus SB A320-57-1118.
    Investigation of that case revealed that corrosion damage and
cracking that should have been removed by repair machining was below
the level of detectability of the Non Destructive Test (NDT)
technique that cleared the surfaces prior to bush installation.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could affect the
structural integrity of the aeroplane.
    To correct this potential unsafe condition, EASA issued AD 2011-
0011 [(http://ad.easa.europa.eu/blob/easa_ad_2011_0011_superseded.pdf/AD_2011-0011_1), which corresponds to FAA AD 2012-
15-17 (77 FR 47273, August 8, 2012)], superseding EASA AD 2007-0213,
to:

--retain the requirements of EASA AD 2007-0213 for aeroplanes on
which the MLG Rib Bushes have not been modified/repaired in
accordance with the instructions of Airbus SB A320-57-1118, or
Airbus SRM 57-26-13, or the identified Airbus Repair Instructions,
as applicable, and
--require, for all aeroplanes on which Airbus SB A320-57-1118 has
been embodied in service, or on which Airbus SRM 57-26-13 or the
identified Airbus Repair Instructions have been applied, a
repetitive inspection program [for cracks] of the MLG support Rib 5
fitting forward lugs and, depending on findings, the accomplishment
of the associated corrective actions, and
--reduce the Applicability by deleting A318 aeroplanes, as Airbus
modification 32025 is embodied in production on both left-hand (LH)
and right-hand (RH) wings for all A318 aeroplanes.

    After that [EASA] AD was issued, three cases of corrosion of Rib
5 were discovered on aeroplanes on which Airbus modification 32025
had been embodied in production. Investigations revealed that the
unsafe condition addressed by [EASA] AD 2011-0011 could occur or
develop on those aeroplanes as well.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains the
requirements of EASA AD 2011-0011, which is superseded, extends the
applicability to all aeroplanes, and requires for aeroplanes on
which Airbus modification 32025 has been embodied in production,
repetitive inspections of the MLG support Rib 5 fitting forward lugs
and, depending on findings, the accomplishment of applicable
corrective actions.

The unsafe condition is cracking in the forward lug of the MLG, which
could result in failure of the lug and consequent collapse of the MLG
during takeoff or landing. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on
the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2011-
1253-0002.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We considered the comments received.

Support for the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012)

    United Airlines (UAL) stated that it generally agrees with the
intent of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012).
    US Airways (AWE) stated that it agrees with the need to add the
post-modification inspections, because the mandated bushing
modification has not proven to be an effective permanent corrective
action. AWE also stated that it agrees with the method and frequency of
these additional inspections.

Request To Extend Compliance Time

    UAL requested that we extend the compliance time specified in
paragraph (n)(2) of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012) from
within 2,000 flight cycles after accomplishing the modification or
within 250 flight cycles after the effective date of the AD, without
exceeding 3 months after the effective date of the AD, whichever occurs
later. UAL requested that the compliance time be changed to within 500
flight cycles after the effective date of the AD or within 6 months
after the effective date of the AD, whichever occurs later. UAL stated
that the majority of its Model A319 and A320 series airplanes have
accumulated more than 2,000 flight cycles since

accomplishing the modification. UAL stated that it is requesting this
change in order to ``reduce the impact due to the special routing
required for the inspection,'' possible MLG removal for repair/
replacement of MLG support rib 5 fitting, and a large demand on man-
power. UAL stated that extending the compliance time will allow it to
perform the required inspection at a more suitable maintenance
opportunity.
    We do not agree with the commenter's request to extend the
compliance time in paragraph (n)(2) of this AD. The commenter did not
provide technical justification for extending the compliance time. The
compliance time for the actions specified in paragraph (n)(2) in this
AD was developed after conducting a risk assessment and analyzing the
impact on operators. In consideration of these factors, we determined
that the compliance times, as proposed, represent an appropriate
interval in which to conduct the inspection after the modification
within the fleet, while still maintaining an adequate level of safety.
However, under the provisions of paragraph (u) of this AD, we might
approve requests for adjustments to the compliance time if data are
submitted to substantiate that such an adjustment would provide an
acceptable level of safety. We have not changed this final rule in this
regard.

Requests To Include Revised Service Information

    Airbus and AWE requested that we add Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 05, dated July 23, 2012, to paragraph
(m) of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012). Airbus also requested
that we add Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 03, dated
April 23, 2007; and Revision 04, dated June 4, 2008; to paragraph
(t)(5) of the SNPRM. AWE stated that adding Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 05, dated July 23, 2012, as authorized
instructions for modification work would reduce alternative method of
compliance coordination.
    We partially agree with the commenters' requests. Airbus Mandatory
Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 05, dated July 23, 2012, states
that ``no additional work is required by this revision for airplanes
modified by any previous issue.'' However, this service bulletin
revision adds a liquid penetrant inspection. We have added Airbus
Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 05, dated July 23,
2012, in paragraph (m) of this final rule as an appropriate source of
service information, and specified that the liquid penetrant inspection
specified in this service information is not required by this AD. We
have added paragraphs (t)(5)(iv) and (t)(5)(v) to this final rule to
provide credit for certain actions accomplished before May 19, 2008
(the effective date of AD 2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975,
April 18, 2008)), using Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision
03, dated April 23, 2007; or Revision 04, dated June 4, 2008.

Requests To Change Certain Document References

    AWE requested we revise the service bulletin reference in the
Relevant Service Information section of the SNPRM from ``A320-75-1168''
to ``A320-57-1168.'' Airbus requested that we correct references to
Airbus Repair Drawings ``R57258209'' and ``R57245019'' in paragraph
(g)(3) of the SNPRM to Airbus Repair Drawing ``R572-58209'' and ``R572-
45019,'' respectively. Airbus also requested that we amend paragraph
(h)(2) of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012) to refer to ``NTM
task 57-29-03-270-801-A-01 for A318/A319/A320 and NTM task 57-29-04-
270-801-A-01 for A321 [series airplanes].''
    We agree with the commenters' requests. The Relevant Service
Information section of the SNPRM referenced by AWE is not restated in
this final rule; therefore, no change to this final rule is needed in
this regard. The content of paragraph (g)(3) of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325,
October 3, 2012) referenced by Airbus was located in paragraph (j)(3)
of the SNPRM, not in paragraph (g)(3) of the SNPRM, as the commenter
specified. We have revised paragraphs (h)(2) and (j)(3) of this final
rule accordingly.

Request To Include Repair Drawing

    AWE requested that we include Airbus Repair Drawing R572-48341 in
paragraph (g)(2) of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012). AWE
stated that this drawing is the current and most advanced version of
the repair scheme for corrosion and crack findings, and that Airbus
issues this drawing when operators request repair design data. AWE also
stated that there are still some issues with the details of this repair
drawing, but it has collected comments and submitted them to Airbus for
incorporation. AWE also noted that Airbus drawing number ``R572481''
cited (by a different commenter) under ``Request to Reference a Repair
Drawing'' in the preamble of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012)
should be ``R572-48341.''
    We disagree with the commenter's request. The commenter did not
provide specific data to substantiate that airplanes repaired with
Airbus Repair Drawing R572-48341 would be applicable to the MLG support
rib 5 fitting configuration. The commenter also did not provide
justification for including a document with potential errors. However,
according to the provisions of paragraph (u) of this AD, we might
approve requests to include airplanes repaired by Airbus Repair Drawing
R572-48341 as an appropriate action for the MLG support rib 5 fitting
repair specified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. We have not changed
this final rule in this regard.

Additional Changes Made to This Final Rule

    We have converted table 1 to paragraph (k) of the SNPRM (77 FR
60325, October 3, 2012) to the text given in paragraphs (k)(1) and
(k)(2) of this final rule for formatting purposes only.
    We have also revised table 2 to paragraph (r)(4) of the SNPRM (77
FR 60325, October 3, 2012) to figure 1 to paragraph (r)(4) of this AD
for formatting purposes only.
    We have revised the citation of the service information referenced
in paragraph (t)(2) of the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012) and
moved the service information into new paragraphs (t)(2)(i) and
(t)(2)(ii) of this AD. The documents have not changed.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data, including the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the SNPRM (77 FR 60325, October 3, 2012).

Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information

    This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as
follows:
     Although the MCAI or service information allows further
flight after cracks are found during compliance with certain required
actions, paragraphs (l) and (p) of this AD require repair or
replacement before further flight.
     Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision
05, dated July

23, 2012, describes a liquid penetrant inspection. This AD does not
require that inspection.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD will affect about 740 products of U.S.
registry.
    The actions that are required by AD 2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456
(73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), and retained in this AD take about 73
work-hours per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour.
Required parts cost about $3,860 per product. Based on these figures,
the estimated cost of the currently required actions is $10,065 per
product.
    We estimate that it will take about 3 work-hours per product to
comply with the new 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 up to $188,700, or $255 per
product.
    We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition actions 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.
    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-2011-1253; 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 removing airworthiness directive (AD)
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), and
adding the following new AD:

2013-26-14 Airbus: Amendment 39-17723. Docket No. FAA-2011-1253;
Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-079-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 2, 2014.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD supersedes AD 2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR
19975, April 14, 2008).

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Airbus Model A318-111, A318-112, A318-121,
A318-122, A319-111, A319-112, A319-113, A319-114, A319-115, A319-
131, A319-132, A319-133, A320-111, A320-211, A320-212, A320-214,
A320-231, A320-232, A320-233, A321-111, A321-112, A321-131, A321-
211, A321-212, A321-213, A321-231, and A321-232 airplanes,
certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 57, Wings.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports of cracks found in the forward
lug of the main landing gear (MLG) support rib 5 fitting. We are
issuing this AD to prevent cracking in the forward lug of the MLG,
which could result in failure of the lug and consequent collapse of
the MLG during takeoff or landing.

(f) Compliance

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

(g) Retained Repetitive Detailed Inspections With Changes

    This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (f) of AD
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), with
changes. Except for airplanes on which Airbus modification 32025 has
been accomplished in production, within 8 days after June 7, 2006
(the effective date of AD 2006-11-04, Amendment 39-14608 (71 FR
29578, May 23, 2006)), or before further flight after a hard
landing, whichever is first: Perform a detailed inspection for
cracking in the forward lug of the support rib 5 fitting of the
left- and right-hand MLG, and, if any crack is found, replace the
MLG fitting with a new fitting before further flight, in accordance
with a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, or the European Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA) (or its delegated agent). Repeat the inspection
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 8 days, or before further
flight after a hard landing, whichever is first. As of May 19, 2008
(the effective date of AD 2008-08-04), the repetitive inspections
required by paragraph (k) of this AD must be accomplished in lieu of
the repetitive inspections required by this paragraph.

(h) Retained Optional Inspection Method With Revised Service
Information

    This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (g) of AD
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), with
revised service information. Performing an ultrasonic inspection for
cracking in the forward lug of the support rib 5 fitting of the
left- and right-hand MLG, in accordance with an applicable method
specified in paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD, is an acceptable
alternative method of compliance for the initial and repetitive
inspections required by paragraph (g) of this AD.
    (1) In accordance with a method approved by the Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, or the EASA (or its delegated agent).
    (2) In accordance with Task 57-29-03-270-801-A-01, Gear Rib
Forward Lug Attachment for the Main Gear Before Modification
32025J2211, of Subject 57-29-03, Inspection of the Gear Rib Forward
and

Aft Lug Attachment for the Main Gear (for Model A318, A319, and A320
series airplanes); or Task 57-29-04-270-801-A-01, Gear Rib Forward
Lug Attachment for the Main Gear Before Modification 32025J2211, of
Subject 57-29-04, Inspection of the Gear Rib Forward and Aft Lug
Attachment for the Main Gear (for Model A321 series airplanes); both
of Chapter 57, Wings, of the Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321
Nondestructive Testing Manual, Revision 89, dated August 1, 2011.

(i) Retained Optional Terminating Action With Changes

    This paragraph restates the provisions of paragraph (h) of AD
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), with
changes. Repair of the forward lugs of the support rib 5 fitting of
the left- and right-hand MLG done before the effective date of this
AD, in accordance with a method approved by the Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, or the EASA (or its delegated agent),
constitutes terminating action for the requirements of paragraphs
(g), (h), (k), (l), and (m) of this AD.

(j) New Referenced Conditions With Revised Affected Airplanes

    To identify affected airplanes in paragraphs (k), (m), and (o)
of this AD, this AD refers to the following conditions:
    (1) Airplanes on which the modification of the MLG rib bushes
specified in Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57-1118 has been
done.
    (2) Airplanes on which a repair of the MLG support rib 5
fitting, as specified in paragraph 5.C. of Subsection 57-26-13,
Attachments--Main Landing Gear, of the Airbus A319 Structural Repair
Manual (SRM), Revision November 1, 2004; paragraph 5.D. of
Subsection 57-26-13, Attachments--Main Landing Gear, of the Airbus
A320 SRM, Revision November 1, 2004; or paragraph 5.D. of Subsection
57-26-13, Attachments--Main Landing Gear, of the Airbus A321 SRM,
Revision February 1, 2005; as applicable; has been done.
    (3) Airplanes on which replacement in service of the MLG support
rib 5 specified in Airbus Repair Instruction R572-58507 and Airbus
Repair Drawing R572-58209, or Airbus Repair Instruction R572-45020
and Airbus Repair Drawing R572-45019, as applicable, has been done.

(k) Retained Repetitive Inspections With Changes

    This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (i) of AD
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), with
changes. For airplanes on which none of the actions specified in
paragraphs (j)(1), (j)(2), and (j)(3) of this AD have been done,
except for airplanes on which Airbus modification 32025 has been
accomplished: At the applicable time specified in paragraphs (k)(1)
and (k)(2) of this AD, or before further flight after a hard
landing, whichever is first, do a visual inspection or ultrasonic
inspection for cracking in the forward lug of the support rib 5
fitting of the left and right MLG, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1138,
Revision 01, dated October 27, 2006. Repeat the inspection
thereafter at the applicable interval specified paragraphs (k)(1)
and (k)(2) of this AD, or before further flight after a hard
landing, whichever is first, until the modification required by
paragraph (m) of this AD has been accomplished. Accomplishing the
initial inspection terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of
this AD.
    (1) For Model A318, A319, and A320 airplanes, inspect at the
applicable times specified in paragraphs (k)(1)(i) and (k)(1)(ii) of
this AD.
    (i) If the most recent inspection is a detailed inspection done
in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD: Inspect within 150
flight cycles after the most recent detailed inspection. Repeat the
inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 150 flight cycles
after a visual inspection.
    (ii) If the most recent inspection is an ultrasonic inspection
done in accordance with paragraph (h) of this AD: Inspect within 940
flight cycles after the most recent ultrasonic inspection. Repeat
the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 940 flight
cycles after an ultrasonic inspection.
    (2) For Model A321 airplanes, inspect at the applicable times
specified in paragraphs (k)(2)(i) and (k)(2)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) If the most recent inspection is a detailed inspection done
in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD: Inspect within 100
flight cycles after the most recent detailed inspection. Repeat the
inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 100 flight cycles
after a visual inspection.
    (ii) If the most recent inspection is an ultrasonic inspection
done in accordance with paragraph (h) of this AD: Inspect within 630
flight cycles after the most recent ultrasonic inspection. Repeat
the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 630 flight
cycles after an ultrasonic inspection.

(l) Retained Corrective Action

    This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (j) of AD
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008). If any
cracking is found during any inspection required by paragraph (k) of
this AD: Before further flight, repair or replace the cracked MLG
fitting, in accordance with a method approved by the Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, or the EASA (or its delegated agent).

(m) Retained Rib Bushing Modification With Revised Service Information

    This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (k) of AD
2008-08-04, Amendment 39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), with
revised service information. Except for airplanes on which the
actions specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (j)(3) of this AD have been
done, and except for airplanes on which Airbus modification 32025
have been done: Within 60 months after May 19, 2008 (the effective
date of AD 2008-08-04), modify the rib bushings of the left and
right MLG, by accomplishing all of the applicable actions specified
in the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 05, dated July 23, 2012, except that
the liquid penetrant inspection specified in this service
information is not required by this AD. Accomplishing this
modification terminates the requirements of paragraphs (g) and (k)
of this AD, and then the requirements of paragraph (n) of this AD
must be done.

(n) New Post-Modification/Post-Repair Inspections

    For airplanes on which the actions specified in paragraph
(j)(1), (j)(2), or (m) of this AD have been done: At the later of
the times specified in paragraphs (n)(1) and (n)(2) of this AD, do a
detailed inspection for cracks of the forward lug of each left-hand
and right-hand MLG support rib 5 fitting, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
A320-57A1166, Revision 01, dated October 19, 2011. Repeat the
inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 500 flight cycles.
    (1) Within 2,000 flight cycles after accomplishing the
modification specified in paragraph (j)(1) or (m) of this AD, or the
repair specified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD, as applicable.
    (2) Within 250 flight cycles after the effective date of this
AD, without exceeding 3 months after the effective date of this AD.

(o) New Repair of Cracking Found During Post-Modification/Post-Repair

    If any crack is detected during any inspection required by
paragraph (n) of this AD: Before further flight, repair using a
method approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-
116, FAA, or the EASA (or its delegated agent).

(p) New Optional Terminating Action

    Replacement of a MLG support rib 5 fitting at any position
(left-hand or right-hand), as specified in paragraph (j)(3) of this
AD, terminates the requirements of paragraphs (k) and (n) of this AD
for the MLG support rib 5 fitting at that position.

(q) New Repetitive Detailed Inspection for Certain Airplanes

    For airplanes on which the actions specified in paragraph (j)(3)
of this AD have been done: Within 60 months after the replacement or
within 500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs later, do a detailed inspection of the forward lug
of each left-hand and right-hand MLG support rib 5 fitting that has
been replaced, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57A1166, Revision 01, dated
October 19, 2011. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not
to exceed 500 flight cycles.

(r) New Repetitive Inspections for Airplanes With Airbus Modification
32025

    For airplanes on which Airbus modification 32025 has been done:
At the applicable time specified in paragraph (r)(1) (r)(2), (r)(3),
or (r)(4) of this AD, do a detailed inspection for cracks of the
forward lug of each left-hand and right-hand MLG support rib 5
fitting, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1168, dated November 7, 2011. Repeat
the inspection

thereafter at intervals not to exceed 500 flight cycles.
    (1) For airplanes on which the MLG support rib 5 has not been
modified or repaired since the first flight of the airplane as of
the effective date of this AD: Within 60 months after the first
flight of the airplane, or within 500 flight cycles after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
    (2) For airplanes on which the MLG support rib 5 has been
replaced as specified in paragraph (j)(3) of this AD as of the
effective date of this AD: Within 60 months after the replacement of
the MLG support rib 5, or within 500 flight cycles after the
effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
    (3) For airplanes on which the MLG support rib 5 has been
repaired according to the SRM or a repair approval sheet as of the
effective date of this AD: At the later of the times specified in
paragraph (r)(3)(i) or (r)(3)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) Within 2,000 flight cycles after the repair.
    (ii) Within 250 flight cycles or 3 months after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs first.
    (4) For airplanes having a manufacturer serial number (S/N)
listed in figure 1 to paragraph (r)(4) of this AD, and on which the
MLG support rib 5 has been inspected before the effective date of
this AD according to specific Airbus repair instructions or
technical disposition: At the later of the times specified in
paragraph (r)(4)(i) or (r)(4)(ii) of this AD.

                 Figure 1 to Paragraph (r)(4) of This AD
                   [Manufacturer serial number (S/N)]
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                                  S/N--
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          1965                     2056                     2155
          2274                     2278                     2288
          2321                     2478                     2586
          2588                     2612                     2672
          2688                     2707                     2929
          2942                     3089                     3117
          3361                     3427                     3486
          3489                     3806                     3891
          3937                     4243                     4345
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    (i) Within 2,000 flight cycles after the last inspection done
using specific Airbus repair instructions or a technical
disposition, or within 60 months since first flight of the airplane,
whichever occurs later.
    (ii) Within 250 flight cycles or 3 months after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs first.

(s) New Repair of Cracking

    If any crack is detected during any inspection required by
paragraph (q) or (r) of this AD: Before further flight, repair using
a method approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-
116, FAA, or the EASA (or its delegated agent).

(t) Credit for Previous Actions

    (1) This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using Chapter 51-90-00 of the Airbus A318/
A319/A320/A321 Nondestructive Testing Manual, Revision February 1,
2003, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (2) This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by
paragraph (h) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using the service information specified in
paragraph (t)(2)(i) or (t)(2)(ii) of this AD.
    (i) Chapter 57-29-03 of the Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321
Nondestructive Testing Manual, Revision February 1, 2005 (for Model
A318, A319, and A320 airplanes), which is not incorporated by
reference in this AD.
    (ii) Chapter 57-29-04 of the Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321
Nondestructive Testing Manual, Revision May 1, 2005 (for Model A321
airplanes), which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (3) This paragraph provides credit for the actions specified in
paragraph (i) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using the applicable service information
specified in paragraph (t)(3)(i), (t)(3)(ii), or (t)(3)(iii) of this
AD.
    (i) Paragraph 5.C. of Chapter 57-26-13, Attachments--Main
Landing Gear, of the Airbus A319 SRM, Revision November 1, 2004,
which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (ii) Paragraph 5.D. of Chapter 57-26-13, Attachments--Main
Landing Gear, of the Airbus A320 SRM, Revision November 1, 2004,
which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (iii) Paragraph 5.D. of Chapter 57-26-13, Attachments--Main
Landing Gear, of the Airbus A321 SRM, Revision February 1, 2005,
which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (4) This paragraph provides credit for the inspections required
by paragraphs (n) and (r) of this AD, if the inspections were
performed before the effective date of this AD using Airbus Service
Bulletin A320-57A1166, dated January 12, 2011, which is not
incorporated by reference in this AD.
    (5) This paragraph provides credit for the modification required
by paragraph (m) of this AD, if the modification was performed
before May 19, 2008 (the effective date of AD 2008-08-04, Amendment
39-15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008), using the service
information identified in paragraph (t)(5)(i), (t)(5)(ii),
(t)(5)(iii), (t)(5)(iv), or (t)(5)(v) of this AD.

(i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, dated September 5, 2002,
which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
(ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 01, dated August
28, 2003, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 02, dated
August 2, 2006, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
(iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 03, dated April
23, 2007, which is not incorporated by reference in this AD.
(v) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 04,
dated June 4, 2008, which is not incorporated by reference in this
AD.

(u) 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: Sanjay
Ralhan, 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. AMOCs
approved previously in accordance with AD 2006-11-04, Amendment 39-
14608 (71 FR 29578, May 23, 2006); and AD 2008-08-04, Amendment 39-
15456 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008); 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 ensure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.

(v) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2012-0032, dated February 24,
2012, for related information. You may examine the MCAI in the AD
docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2011-1253-0002.
    (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference in this AD may be obtained at the
addresses specified in paragraphs (w)(5) and (w)(6) of this AD.

(w) 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 the following service information to do the
actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on
May 2, 2014.

(i) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57-1118, Revision 05,
dated July 23, 2012.
(ii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A320-57A1166, Revision 01,
dated October 19, 2011.
(iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1168, dated November 7, 2011.

(iv) Task 57-29-03-270-801-A-01, Gear Rib Forward Lug Attachment for
the Main Gear Before Modification 32025J2211, of Subject 57-29-03,
Inspection of the Gear Rib Forward and Aft Lug Attachment for the
Main Gear, of Chapter 57, Wings, of the Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321
Nondestructive Testing Manual, Revision 89, dated August 1, 2011.
(v) Task 57-29-04-270-801-A-01, Gear Rib Forward Lug Attachment for
the Main Gear Before Modification 32025J2211, of Subject 57-29-04,
Inspection of the Gear Rib Forward and Aft Lug Attachment for the
Main Gear, of Chapter 57, Wings, of the Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321
Nondestructive Testing Manual, Revision 89, dated August 1, 2011.

    (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on
May 19, 2008 (73 FR 19975, April 14, 2008):
    (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A320-57-1138, Revision 01, dated
October 27, 2006.
    (ii) Reserved.
    (5) For Airbus service information identified in this AD,
contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96;
fax +33 5 61 93 44 51; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Internet http://www.airbus.com.
    (6) 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.
    (7) 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 December 26, 2013.
John P. Piccola,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2014-04954 Filed 3-27-14; 8:45 am]
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One CD containing metadata, simulation model input files, and output
time series files for EFED's Response to Comments on the Carbofuran
Proposed Tolerance

 Revocation specifically related to

 drinking water exposure assessment

dated April 29, 2009

Includes:

4 files in Word

4 txt files

1 Excel file

5 INP files

13 PRZ files

Note: the data on this CD must be provided to interested parties in
electronic format in order to be useful. Paper copies are not useful as
these are model inputs for computer use.


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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request

Upon written request copies available from: Securities and Exchange
Commission, Office of Filings and Information Services, Washington, DC
20549.

Extension: Rule 17Ad-2(c),(d), and (h), SEC File No. 270-149, OMB
Control No. 3235-0130.

    Notice is hereby given that pursuant to the Paperwork Reduction Act
of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Securities and Exchange
Commission (``Commission'') has submitted to the Office of Management
and Budget a request for extension of the previously approved
collection of information discussed below.

 Rule 17Ad-2(c), (d), and (h)--Transfer Agent Turnaround,
Processing and Forwarding Requirements

    Rule 17Ad-2(c), (d), and (h), [17 CFR 240.17Ad-2(c), (d), and (h)],
under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78a et seq.),
enumerate the requirements with which transfer agents must comply to
inform the Commission or the appropriate regulator of a transfer
agent's failure to meet the minimum performance standards set by the
Commission rule by filing a notice.
    While it is estimated there are 740 transfer agents, approximately
ten notices pursuant to 17Ad-2(c), (d), and (h) are filed annually. The
estimated annual cost to respondents is minimal. In view of: (a) The
readily available nature of most of the information required to be
included in the notice (since that information must be compiled and
retained pursuant to other Commission rules); (b) the summary fashion
that such information must be presented in the notice (most notices are
one page or less in length); and (c) the experience of the staff
regarding the notices, the Commission staff estimates that, on average,
most notices require approximately one-half hour to prepare. The
Commission staff estimates that transfer agents spend an average of
five hours per year complying with the rule.
    The retention period for the recordkeeping requirement under Rule
17Ad-2(c), (d), and (h) is not less than two years following the date
the notice is submitted. The recordkeeping requirement under this rule
is mandatory to assist the Commission in monitoring transfer agents who
fail to meet the minimum performance standards set by the Commission
rule. This rule does not involve the collection of confidential
information. Please note that a transfer agent is not required to file
under the rule unless it does not meet the minimum performance
standards for turnaround, processing or forwarding items received for
transfer during a month. Persons should note that an agency may not
conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a
collection of information unless it displays a currently valid control
number.
    General comments regarding the estimated burden hours should be
directed to the following persons: (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 e-mail to:
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>and (ii) R. Corey Booth, Director/CIO, Securities

and Exchange Commission, C/O Shirley Martinson, 6432 General Green Way,
Alexandria, VA 22312 or send an e-mail to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>
Comments must be submitted to OMB within 30 days of this notice.

    Dated: March 7, 2007.
Florence E. Harmon,
Deputy Secretary.
[FR Doc. E7-4899 Filed 3-16-07; 8:45 am]

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[Notices]
[Pages 53468-53469]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

Combined Notice of Filings #1

    Take notice that the Commission received the following electric
rate filings:

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2264-001.
    Applicants: Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc., Great
River Energy, Northern States Power Company, a Minnesota corporation.
    Description: Tariff Amendment: Midcontinent Independent System
Operator, Inc. submits tariff filing per 35.17(b): 2022-08-25_SA 3813
NSP-GRE-Willmar Sub Orig TIA to be effective 8/31/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5104.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2500-000.
    Applicants: DLS--Jean Duluth Project Co, LLC.
    Description: Supplement to July 27, 2022 of DLS--Jean Duluth
Project Co, LLC submits tariff filing per 35.12: MBR Application to be
effective 9/26/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/23/22.
    Accession Number: 20220823-5108.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/2/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2501-000.
    Applicants: DLS--Laskin Project Co, LLC.
    Description: Supplement to July 27, 2022 DLS--Laskin Project Co,
LLC submits tariff filing per 35.12: MBR Application to be effective 9/
26/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/23/22.
    Accession Number: 20220823-5109.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/2/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2502-000.
    Applicants: DLS--Sylvan Project Co, LLC.
    Description: Supplement to July 27, 2022 DLS--Sylvan Project Co,
LLC submits tariff filing per 35.12: MBR Application to be effective 9/
26/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/23/22.
    Accession Number: 20220823-5110.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/2/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2715-000.
    Applicants: Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Initial Filing of Rate
Schedule FERC No. 346 to be effective 10/25/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/24/22.
    Accession Number: 20220824-5108.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/14/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2716-000.
    Applicants: PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Amendment to SA No. 5822;
Queue No. AE1-143 to be effective 10/7/2020.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5001.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2717-000.
    Applicants: American Transmission Systems, Incorporated, PJM
Interconnection, L.L.C.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: American Transmission
Systems, Incorporated submits tariff filing per 35.13(a)(2)(iii: ATSI
submits Revised Interconnection Agreement (IA) SA No. 3994 to be
effective 10/25/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5004.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2718-000.
    Applicants: PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Original ISA, Service
Agreement No. 6585; Queue Nos. AE2-230/AF1-291A/AF2-075 to be effective
7/26/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5032.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2719-000.
    Applicants: PPL Electric Utilities Corporation, PJM
Interconnection, L.L.C.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: PPL Electric Utilities
Corporation submits tariff filing per 35.13(a)(2)(iii: PPL EU Revisions
to the Formula Rate, OATT Attachment H-8G and H-8H to be effective 10/
25/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5083.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2720-000.
    Applicants: Union Electric Company, Midcontinent Independent System
Operator, Inc.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Union Electric Company
submits tariff filing per 35.13(a)(2)(iii: 2022-08-25_SA 3884 UEC-
Hannibal (Finn) Joint Use Agreement to be effective 10/25/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5089.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2721-000.
    Applicants: Union Electric Company.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Rate Schedule 24, Rush
Island SSR Payment to be effective 9/1/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5096.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2722-000.
    Applicants: PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Original ISA, Service
Agreement No. 6588; Queue No. AE2-118 to be effective 7/26/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5098.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2723-000.
    Applicants: Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.
    Description: Sec.  205(d) Rate Filing: Amendment to Rate Schedule
FERC No. 6 to be effective 10/24/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5110.

    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    Docket Numbers: ER22-2724-000.
    Applicants: Florida Power & Light Company.
    Description: Tariff Amendment: FPL Notice of Cancellation of Second
Revised Rate Schedule No. 104 to be effective 10/23/2022.
    Filed Date: 8/25/22.
    Accession Number: 20220825-5119.
    Comment Date: 5 p.m. ET 9/15/22.

    The filings are accessible in the Commission's eLibrary system
(https://elibrary.ferc.gov/idmws/search/fercgensearch.asp) by querying
the docket number.
    Any person desiring to intervene or protest in any of the above
proceedings must file in accordance with Rules 211 and 214 of the
Commission's Regulations (18 CFR 385.211 and 385.214) on or before 5:00
p.m. Eastern time on the specified comment date. Protests may be
considered, but intervention is necessary to become a party to the
proceeding.
    eFiling is encouraged. More detailed information relating to filing
requirements, interventions, protests, service, and qualifying
facilities filings can be found at: http://www.ferc.gov/docs-filing/efiling/filing-req.pdf. For other information, call<PHONE_NUMBER>
(toll free). For TTY, call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

    Dated: August 25, 2022.
Debbie-Anne A. Reese,
Deputy Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2022-18795 Filed 8-30-22; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

Coast Guard

33 CFR Part 100

[Docket No. USCG-2008-0414]
RIN 1625-AA08

Special Local Regulations for Marine Events; Pasquotank River,
Elizabeth City, NC

AGENCY: Coast Guard, DHS.

ACTION: Temporary final rule.

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SUMMARY: The Coast Guard is establishing special local regulations for
the ``Carolina Cup Regatta'', a powerboat race to be held on the waters
of the Pasquotank River, Elizabeth City, North Carolina. These special
local regulations are necessary to provide for the safety of life on
navigable waters during the event. This action is intended to restrict
vessel traffic in portions of the Pasquotank River adjacent to
Elizabeth City, North Carolina during the powerboat races.

DATES: This rule is effective from 7:30 a.m. on June 6, through 6:30
p.m., June 8, 2008.

ADDRESSES: Documents indicated in this preamble as being available in
the docket are part of docket USCG-2008-0414 and are available online
at http://www.regulations.gov. They are also available for inspection
or copying at two locations: the Docket Management Facility (M-30),
U.S. Department of Transportation, 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, and
the Fifth Coast Guard District, Office of Prevention, Room 416, 431
Crawford Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions on this
temporary rule, call Dennis Sens, Project Manager, Fifth Coast Guard
District, Prevention Division,<PHONE_NUMBER> or e-mail at
<EMAIL_ADDRESS>If you have questions on viewing the docket,
call Renee V. Wright, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone
202-366-9826.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Regulatory Information

    The Coast Guard is issuing this temporary final rule without prior
notice and opportunity to comment pursuant to authority under section
4(a)

of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5 U.S.C. 553(b)). This
provision authorizes an agency to issue a rule without prior notice and
opportunity to comment when the agency for good cause finds that those
procedures are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to the public
interest.'' Under 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(B), the Coast Guard finds that good
cause exists for not publishing a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM)
with respect to this rule. Publishing an NPRM would be impracticable
and contrary to public interest since immediate action is needed to
minimize potential danger to the public during the event. The necessary
information to determine whether the marine event poses a threat to
persons and vessels was not provided with sufficient time to publish an
NPRM. The danger posed by powerboat racing makes special local
regulations necessary to provide for the safety of spectator craft and
other vessels transiting the event area. For the safety concerns noted,
it is in the public interest to have these regulations in effect during
the event. The Coast Guard will issue broadcast notice to mariners to
advise vessel operators of navigational restrictions. On scene Coast
Guard and local law enforcement vessels will also provide actual notice
to mariners.
    Under 5 U.S.C. 553(d)(3) and for the same reasons, the Coast Guard
finds that good cause exists for making this rule effective less than
30 days after publication in the Federal Register. Delaying the
effective date would be contrary to public interest, because immediate
action is needed to ensure the safety of the event participants,
spectator craft and other vessels transiting the event area. However
advance notification will be made to users of the Pasquotank River, via
marine information broadcasts, Local Notice to Mariners, commercial
radio stations and local area newspapers.

Background and Purpose

    On June 6, 7, and 8, 2008, the Virginia Boat Racing Association
will sponsor the ``Carolina Cup Regatta'', on the waters of the
Pasquotank River. The event will consist of approximately 75 inboard
hydroplanes racing in counter clockwise heats around an oval race
course. A fleet of spectator vessels is anticipated to gather nearby to
view the competition. Due to the need for vessel control during the
event, vessel traffic will be temporarily restricted to provide for the
safety of event participants, spectators and transiting vessels.

Discussion of Rule

    The Coast Guard is establishing a special local regulation on
specified waters of the Pasquotank River, Elizabeth City, North
Carolina. The special local regulations include all waters from
shoreline to shoreline, bound to the west by the Elizabeth City Draw
Bridge and on the east by a line originating at a point along the
shoreline at latitude 36[deg]17'54'' N, longitude 076[deg]12'00'' W,
thence southwesterly to latitude 36[deg]17'35'' N, longitude
076[deg]12'18'' W at Cottage Point. All coordinates reference Datum NAD
1983. The special local regulation will be in effect from 7:30 a.m. to
6:30 p.m., June 6 through June 8, 2008. The effect will be to restrict
general navigation in the regulated area during the power boat races.
Except for persons or vessels authorized by the Coast Guard Patrol
Commander, no person or vessel may enter or remain in the regulated
area during the enforcement period. The Patrol Commander will notify
the public of specific enforcement times by marine band radio safety
broadcast. These regulations are needed to control vessel traffic
during the event to enhance the safety of event participants,
spectators and transiting vessels.

Regulatory Analyses

    We developed this rule after considering numerous statutes and
executive orders related to rulemaking. Below we summarize our analyses
based on 13 of these statutes or executive orders.

Regulatory Planning and Review

    This rule is not a significant regulatory action under section 3(f)
of Executive Order 12866, Regulatory Planning and Review, and does not
require an assessment of potential costs and benefits under section
6(a)(3) of that Order. The Office of Management and Budget has not
reviewed it under that Order. It is not ``significant'' under the
regulatory policies and procedures of the Department of Homeland
Security (DHS).
    We expect the economic impact of this rule to be so minimal that a
full Regulatory Evaluation under the regulatory policies and procedures
of DHS is unnecessary.
    Although this regulation restricts vessel traffic from transiting a
segment of the Pasquotank River during the event, the effect of this
regulation will not be significant due to the limited duration that the
regulated area will be in effect and the extensive advance
notifications that will be made to the maritime community via marine
information broadcasts, commercial radio stations and local area
newspapers so mariners can adjust their plans accordingly.

Small Entities

    Under the Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. 601-612), we have
considered whether this rule would have a significant economic impact
on a substantial number of small entities. The term ``small entities''
comprises small businesses, not-for-profit organizations that are
independently owned and operated and are not dominant in their fields,
and governmental jurisdictions with populations of less than 50,000.
    The Coast Guard certifies under 5 U.S.C. 605(b) that this rule will
not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small
entities. This rule affects the following entities, some of which may
be small entities: The owners or operators of vessels intending to
transit this section of the Pasquotank River during the event.
    This rule would not have a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities for the following reasons. This
rule will be enforced for only a short period, from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30
p.m. on June 6, 7 and 8, 2008. The regulated area will apply to a
segment of the Pasquotank River adjacent to Elizabeth City. Marine
Traffic may be allowed to pass through the regulated area with the
permission of the Coast Guard Patrol Commander. In the case where the
Patrol Commander authorizes passage through the regulated area during
the event, vessels will be required to proceed at the minimum speed
necessary to maintain a safe course that minimizes wake near the race
course. Before the enforcement period, we would issue maritime
advisories so mariners can adjust their plans accordingly.

Assistance for Small Entities

    Under section 213(a) of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement
Fairness Act of 1996 (Pub. L. 104-121), we offer to assist small
entities in understanding the rule so that they can better evaluate its
effects on them and participate in the rulemaking process.
    Small businesses may send comments on the actions of Federal
employees who enforce, or otherwise determine compliance with, Federal
regulations to the Small Business and Agriculture Regulatory
Enforcement Ombudsman and the Regional Small Business Regulatory
Fairness Boards. The Ombudsman evaluates these actions annually and
rates each agency's responsiveness to small business. If you

wish to comment on actions by employees of the Coast Guard, call 1-888-
REG-FAIR (1-888-734-3247). The Coast Guard will not retaliate against
small entities that question or complain about this rule or any policy
or action of the Coast Guard.

Collection of Information

    This rule calls for no new collection of information under the
Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501-3520).

Federalism

    A rule has implications for federalism under Executive Order 13132,
Federalism, if it has a substantial direct effect on State or local
governments and would either preempt State law or impose a substantial
direct cost of compliance on them. We have analyzed this rule under
that Order and have determined that it does not have implications for
federalism.

Unfunded Mandates Reform Act

    The Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 (2 U.S.C. 1531-1538)
requires Federal agencies to assess the effects of their discretionary
regulatory actions. In particular, the Act addresses actions that may
result in the expenditure by a State, local, or tribal government, in
the aggregate, or by the private sector of $100,000,000 or more in any
one year. Though this rule will not result in such an expenditure, we
do discuss the effects of this rule elsewhere in this preamble.

Taking of Private Property

    This rule will not effect a taking of private property or otherwise
have taking implications under Executive Order 12630, Governmental
Actions and Interference with Constitutionally Protected Property
Rights.

Civil Justice Reform

    This rule meets applicable standards in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2)
of Executive Order 12988, Civil Justice Reform, to minimize litigation,
eliminate ambiguity, and reduce burden.

Protection of Children

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

Indian Tribal Governments

    This rule does not have tribal implications under Executive Order
13175, Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments,
because it does not have a substantial direct effect on one or more
Indian tribes, on the relationship between the Federal Government and
Indian tribes, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities
between the Federal Government and Indian tribes.

Energy Effects

    We have analyzed this rule under Executive Order 13211, Actions
Concerning Regulations That Significantly Affect Energy Supply,
Distribution, or Use. We have determined that it is not a ``significant
energy action'' under that order because it is not a ``significant
regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866 and is not likely to
have a significant adverse effect on the supply, distribution, or use
of energy. The Administrator of the Office of Information and
Regulatory Affairs has not designated it as a significant energy
action. Therefore, it does not require a Statement of Energy Effects
under Executive Order 13211.

Technical Standards

    The National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act (NTTAA) (15
U.S.C. 272 note) directs agencies to use voluntary consensus standards
in their regulatory activities unless the agency provides Congress,
through the Office of Management and Budget, with an explanation of why
using these standards would be inconsistent with applicable law or
otherwise impractical. Voluntary consensus standards are technical
standards (e.g., specifications of materials, performance, design, or
operation; test methods; sampling procedures; and related management
systems practices) that are developed or adopted by voluntary consensus
standards bodies.
    This rule does not use technical standards. Therefore, we did not
consider the use of voluntary consensus standards.

Environment

    We have analyzed this rule under Commandant Instruction M16475.lD
and Department of Homeland Security Management Directive 5100.1, which
guide the Coast Guard in complying with the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321-4370f), and have concluded
that there are no factors in this case that would limit the use of a
categorical exclusion under section 2.B.2 of the Instruction.
Therefore, this rule is categorically excluded, under figure 2-1,
paragraph (34)(h), of the Instruction, from further environmental
documentation. Special local regulations issued in conjunction with a
regatta or marine event permit are specifically excluded from further
analysis and documentation under those sections.
    Under figure 2-1, paragraph (34)(h), of the Instruction, an
environmental analysis checklist and a categorical exclusion
determination are not required for this rule.

List of Subjects in 33 CFR Part 100

    Marine safety, Navigation (water), Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, and Waterways.

Words of Issuance and Regulatory Text

    For the reasons discussed in the preamble, the Coast Guard amends
33 CFR part 100 as follows:

PART 100--REGATTAS AND MARINE PARADES

0
1. The authority citation for part 100 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 33 U.S.C. 1233.

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2. Add a temporary Sec.  100.35-T05-0414 to read as follows:

Sec.  100.35-T05-0414  Pasquotank River, Elizabeth City, NC.

    (a) Regulated area. The regulated area is established for the
waters of the Pasquotank River, adjacent to Elizabeth City, NC, from
shoreline to shoreline, bound on the west by the Elizabeth City Draw
Bridge and bound on the east by a line originating at a point along the
shoreline at latitude 36[deg]17'54'' N, longitude 076[deg]12'00'' W,
thence southwesterly to latitude 36[deg]17'35'' N, longitude
076[deg]12'18'' W., at Cottage Point. All coordinates reference Datum
NAD 1983.
    (b) Definitions: (1) Coast Guard Patrol Commander means a
commissioned, warrant, or petty officer of the Coast Guard who has been
designated by the Commander, Coast Guard Sector North Carolina.
    (2) Official Patrol means any vessel assigned or approved by
Commander, Coast Guard Sector North Carolina with a commissioned,
warrant, or petty officer on board and displaying a Coast Guard ensign.
    (3) Participant includes all vessels participating in the 2008
Carolina Cup Regatta power boat race under the auspices of the Marine
Event Permit issued to the event sponsor and approved by Commander,
Coast Guard Sector North Carolina.
    (c) Special local regulations: (1) Except for event participants
and persons or vessels authorized by the Coast Guard Patrol Commander,
no

person or vessel may enter or remain in the regulated area.
    (2) The operator of any vessel in the regulated area must: (i) Stop
the vessel immediately when directed to do so by any Official Patrol.
    (ii) Proceed as directed by any Official Patrol.
    (iii) When authorized to transit the regulated area, all vessels
shall proceed at the minimum speed necessary to maintain a safe course
that minimizes wake near the event area.
    (d) Enforcement period. (1) This section will be enforced from 7:30
a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on June 6, 7, and 8, 2008 and if the event's daily
activities should conclude prior to 6:30 p.m., enforcement of this
regulation may be terminated for that day at the discretion of the
Patrol Commander.
    (2) The Coast Guard will publish a notice in the Fifth Coast Guard
District Local Notice to Mariners and issue marine information
broadcast on VHF-FM marine band radio announcing specific event dates
and times.

    Dated: May 21, 2008.
Fred M. Rosa, Jr.,
Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Commander, Fifth Coast Guard District.
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[Release No. 34-69570; File No. SR-C2-2013-020]

Self-Regulatory Organizations; C2 Options Exchange, Incorporated;
Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of a Proposed Rule Change
To Amend the Fees Schedule

May 14, 2013.
    Pursuant to Section 19(b)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
(the ``Act''),\1\ and Rule 19b-4 thereunder,\2\ notice is hereby given
that on May 01, 2013, C2 Options Exchange, Incorporated (the
``Exchange'' or ``C2'') filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission (the ``Commission'') the proposed rule change as described
in Items I, II, and III below, which Items have been prepared by the
Exchange. The Commission is publishing this notice to solicit comments
on the proposed rule change from interested persons.
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I. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement of the Terms of Substance
of the Proposed Rule Change

    The Exchange proposes to amend its Fees Schedule. The text of the
proposed rule change is available on the Exchange's Web site (http://www.c2exchange.com/Legal/), at the Exchange's Office of the Secretary,
and at the Commission's Public Reference Room.

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

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

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

1. Purpose
    The Exchange proposes to amend its Fees Schedule. First, the
Exchange proposes to make changes to its fees for orders in all
multiply-listed index and ETF options classes. Currently, the Exchange
offers a rebate for Public Customer complex orders, including those
that trade against simple (non-complex) orders (excluding trades on the
open, for which no fees are assessed or rebates given). However, the
Exchange also offers a rebate for all Maker simple orders (excluding
trades on the open, for which no fees are assessed or rebates given).
Therefore, in circumstances when a Public Customer complex order trades
against a simple Maker order, the Exchange pays a rebate to both market
participants and takes in no fees. The Exchange has determined that
this is not economically viable. Therefore, the Exchange proposes to
add a note that applies to the listing of all Maker rebates in Section
1A of the Fees Schedule (which discusses fees for simple, non-complex
orders in all multiply-listed index and ETF options classes) that
states ``Rebates do not apply to orders that trade with Public Customer
complex orders. In such a circumstance, there will be no fee or
rebate.'' The Exchange also proposes to amend the note that already
applies to the listing of all Public Customer rebates in Section 1D
[sic] \3\ of the Fees Schedule (which discusses fees for complex orders
in all multiply-listed index and ETF options classes). This note
currently states that the rebate for Public Customer complex orders
does not apply to Public Customer orders that trade with other Public
Customer orders. In such a circumstance, there will be no Maker or
Taker fee or rebate. The Exchange proposes to amend this note to state
that the rebate (for Public Customer complex orders) will only apply to
Public Customer complex orders that trade with non-Public Customer
complex orders. In other circumstances, there will be no Maker or Taker
fee or rebate. This simple language achieves the goal of excepting out
Public Customer complex orders that trade with simple orders from
receiving the rebate (as well as excepting out Public Customer complex
orders that trade with other Public Customer complex orders, which were
already excepted out of receiving the

rebate), and states that such orders will be assessed no fee or rebate.
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    The Exchange also proposes to amend fees for simple, non-complex
orders in equity options classes. The maximum fees for such orders are
$0.85 ($0.085 mini-options) and the maximum rebates for such orders are
$0.75 ($0.075 for mini-options).\4\ Feedback received from C2 market
participants has made it clear to the Exchange that in the BAC, MBI,
BBRY, DELL and JCP equity options classes (the ``Unique Classes''), the
economics of a fee/rebate structure that has a maximum fee of $0.85 per
contract and a maximum rebate of $0.75 per contract is disproportionate
to pricing and does not encourage trading. As such, the Exchange
proposes to amend its Fees Schedule to state that the maximum fee for
the Unique Classes will be $0.55 per contract and the maximum rebate
for the Unique Classes will be $0.45 per contract (mini-options are not
traded on the Unique Classes). This maintains the $0.10 difference
between the maximum fee and rebate (as currently exists).
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    The Exchange also proposes to amend its Fees Schedule to make a
number of technical changes. First, the Exchange proposes to remove all
references in the Fees Schedule to SPXPM, a product which is no longer
traded on C2. Therefore, Section 1E of the current Fees Schedule, which
listed the rates for SPXPM executions, is no longer relevant, and
therefore the Exchange proposes to delete it. Section 1F--Index License
Surcharge Fees--can also be deleted, as the only Index License
Surcharge Fee listed was that for SPXPM. References to the SPXPM Tier
Appointment Fee in Section 3 will also be deleted.
    The Exchange also proposes to delete references to past dates from
its Fees Schedule. Section 1B describes how fees for simple, non-
complex orders in equity options classes will be calculated, effective
February 1, 2013. Since that date has passed, the Exchange proposes to
delete such reference. Similarly, Section 8E lists the Options
Regulatory Fee (``ORF'') as being $.0015 per contract through December
31, 2012 and $.002 per contract effective January 2, 2013. As January
2, 2013 has passed, the Exchange proposes to delete the reference to
the previous fee and merely state that the ORF will be $.002 per
contract.
    Finally, the Exchange proposes to clearly state that the fees in
Sections 1A and 1C that apply to multiply-listed index and ETF options
classes also apply to multiply-listed ETN options classes. This was not
previously explicitly-stated on the Fees Schedule.
2. Statutory Basis
    The Exchange believes the proposed rule change is consistent with
the Act and the rules and regulations thereunder applicable to the
Exchange and, in particular, the requirements of Section 6(b) of the
Act.\5\ Specifically, the Exchange believes the proposed rule change is
consistent with Section 6(b)(4) of the Act,\6\ which requires that
Exchange rules provide for the equitable allocation of reasonable dues,
fees, and other charges among its Trading Permit Holders and other
persons using its facilities. The proposed changes to the rebates
offered for multiply-listed index and ETF options are reasonable
because, while in the circumstances discussed, market participants will
no longer be receiving a rebate, they still will not be paying a fee
for such transactions. Further, it is not economically viable for the
Exchange to be paying out rebates in transactions in which the Exchange
does not collect a fee (especially to be paying out rebates on both
sides of such transactions). This change is equitable and not unfairly
discriminatory because it will apply to all market participants who had
previously been receiving rebates for such transactions, and they will
all now simply not be assessed a fee (or provided a rebate) in those
circumstances.
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    The Exchange believes that the proposed change to the maximum fee
and rebate amounts for the Unique Classes is reasonable because the
maximum amounts of both fees and rebates will be lower than it
currently is. Further, the maximum fee amount is reasonable because,
among other things, the fee will not always be assessed for the maximum
amount. The fee will only be for the maximum amount when the BBO Market
Width is wide. Otherwise, the fee will be smaller. Indeed, the purpose
of the fees structure is to encourage tighter quoting by linking lower
fees to such tighter quoting. It is necessary to maintain a spread
between the maximum fee and the maximum rebate because, in the event
that the maximum fee and rebate both apply, the $0.10 per-contract
difference will allow the Exchange to maintain a minimum level of
profit potential. Rebate amounts are often generally lower than fee
amounts on the Exchange, as well as on other exchanges,\7\ for this
reason (among others). The Exchange believes that it is equitable and
not unfairly discriminatory to offer different maximum fees and rebates
for simple, non-complex orders in the Unique Classes than for other
equity options classes because the economics of the Unique Classes are
such that the proposed maximum fee and rebates for the Unique Classes
are more relevant and will encourage greater trading in those classes.
Further, the spread between the maximum fee and rebate for the Unique
Classes and for other equity options classes will be the same ($0.10
per contract). Finally, the proposed maximum fee and rebate amounts for
the Unique Classes apply to all market participants in the same manner
that the current maximum fee and rebate amounts do.
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    The Exchange believes that making changes to remove references to
SPXPM and past dates, and to add the references to ETN options, is
consistent with the Section 6(b)(5) \8\ requirements that the rules of
an exchange be designed to prevent fraudulent and manipulative acts and
practices, to promote just and equitable principles of trade, to foster
cooperation and coordination with persons engaged in regulating,
clearing, settling, processing information with respect to, and
facilitating transactions in securities, to remove impediments to and
perfect the mechanism of a free and open market and a national market
system, and, in general, to protect investors and the public interest.
Removing obsolete and irrelevant references and sections from the Fees
Schedule and improving the references to ETN options prevents possible
investor confusion, thereby removing impediments to and perfecting the
mechanism of a free and open market and a national market system, and,
in general, protecting investors and the public interest.
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B. Self-Regulatory Organization's Statement on Burden on Competition

    C2 does not believe that the proposed rule change will impose any
burden on competition that is not necessary or appropriate in
furtherance of the purposes of the Act. The Exchange does not believe
that the proposed changes to the rebates offered for multiply-listed
index and ETF options will impose any unnecessary or inappropriate
burden on intramarket competition because the changes will apply to all
market participants who had previously been receiving rebates for such
transactions, and they will all now simply not be assessed a fee (or
provided a rebate) in

those circumstances. The Exchange does not believe that the proposed
changes to the maximum fee and rebate amounts for the Unique Classes
will impose any unnecessary or inappropriate burden on intramarket
competition because they will apply to all market participants in the
same manner that the current maximum fee and rebate amounts do. The
Exchange does not believe that the proposed changes will impose any
unnecessary or inappropriate burden on intermarket competition because
they apply only to trading on C2, and because these changes lower
rebates that had previously been provided. To the extent that these
changes make C2 a more attractive trading venue for market participants
on other exchanges, such market participants may always elect to become
market participants at C2.

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

    The Exchange neither solicited nor received comments on the
proposed rule change.

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

    The foregoing rule change has become effective pursuant to Section
19(b)(3)(A) of the Act \9\ and paragraph (f) of Rule 19b-4 \10\
thereunder. At any time within 60 days of the filing of the proposed
rule change, the Commission summarily may temporarily suspend such rule
change if it appears to the Commission that such action is necessary or
appropriate in the public interest, for the protection of investors, or
otherwise in furtherance of the purposes of the Act. If the Commission
takes such action, the Commission will institute proceedings to
determine whether the proposed rule change should be approved or
disapproved.
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IV. Solicitation of Comments

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

Electronic Comments

     Use the Commission's Internet comment form (http://www.sec.gov/rules/sro.shtml); or
     Send an email to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>Please include
File Number SR-C2-2013-020 on the subject line.

Paper Comments

     Send paper comments in triplicate to Elizabeth M. Murphy,
Secretary, Securities and Exchange Commission, 100 F Street NE.,
Washington, DC 20549-1090.

All submissions should refer to File Number SR-C2-2013-020. This file
number should be included on the subject line if email is used. To help
the Commission process and review your comments more efficiently,
please use only one method. The Commission will post all comments on
the Commission's Internet Web site (http://www.sec.gov/rules/sro.shtml). Copies of the submission, all subsequent amendments, all
written statements with respect to the proposed rule change that are
filed with the Commission, and all written communications relating to
the proposed rule change between the Commission and any person, other
than those that may be withheld from the public in accordance with the
provisions of 5 U.S.C. 552, will be available for Web site viewing and
printing in the Commission's Public Reference Room, 100 F Street NE.,
Washington, DC 20549, on official business days between the hours of
10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Copies of such filing also will be available
for inspection and copying at the principal office of the Exchange. All
comments received will be posted without change; the Commission does
not edit personal identifying information from submissions. You should
submit only information that you wish to make available publicly. All
submissions should refer to File Number SR-C2-2013-020, and should be
submitted on or before June 10, 2013.

    For the Commission, by the Division of Trading and Markets,
pursuant to delegated authority.\11\
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Kevin M. O'Neill,
Deputy Secretary.
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Sunshine Act Meetings

TIME AND DATE: 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 2, 2023.

PLACE: The meeting will be held via remote means and/or at the
Commission's headquarters, 100 F Street NE, Washington, DC 20549.

STATUS: This meeting will be closed to the public.

MATTERS TO BE CONSIDERED: Commissioners, Counsel to the Commissioners,
the Secretary to the Commission, and recording secretaries will attend
the closed meeting. Certain staff members who have an interest in the
matters also may be present.
    In the event that the time, date, or location of this meeting
changes, an announcement of the change, along with the new time, date,
and/or place of the meeting will be posted on the Commission's website
at https://www.sec.gov.
    The General Counsel of the Commission, or his designee, has
certified that, in his opinion, one or more of the exemptions set forth
in 5 U.S.C. 552b(c)(3), (5), (6), (7), (8), 9(B) and (10) and 17 CFR
200.402(a)(3), (a)(5), (a)(6), (a)(7), (a)(8), (a)(9)(ii) and (a)(10),
permit consideration of the scheduled matters at the closed meeting.
    The subject matter of the closed meeting will consist of the
following topics:
    Institution and settlement of injunctive actions;
    Institution and settlement of administrative proceedings;
    Resolution of litigation claims; and
    Other matters relating to examinations and enforcement proceedings.
    At times, changes in Commission priorities require alterations in
the scheduling of meeting agenda items that may consist of
adjudicatory, examination, litigation, or regulatory matters.

CONTACT PERSON FOR MORE INFORMATION: For further information; please
contact Vanessa A. Countryman from the Office of the Secretary at (202)
551-5400.
    Authority: 5 U.S.C. 552b.

    Dated: February 23, 2023.
Vanessa A. Countryman,
Secretary.
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