Proposed Rule: Airworthiness Directives: Boeing

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the States, on the relationship between section for a location to examine the § 39.13 [Amended]
the national Government and the States, regulatory evaluation. 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
or on the distribution of power and the following new airworthiness
responsibilities among the various List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
directive:
levels of government. Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Mitsubishi Heavy Industries: Docket No.
For the reasons discussed above, I safety, Safety. FAA–2006–23644; Directorate Identifier
certify that the proposed regulation: 2006–CE–03–AD.
The Proposed Amendment
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory When Is the Last Date I Can Submit
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; Accordingly, under the authority Comments on This Proposed AD?
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the delegated to me by the Administrator, (a) The Federal Aviation Administration
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) must receive comments on this
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as proposed airworthiness directive (AD) action
by March 17, 2006.
3. Will not have a significant follows:
economic impact, positive or negative, What Other ADs Are Affected by This
on a substantial number of small entities PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Action?
under the criteria of the Regulatory DIRECTIVES (b) None.
Flexibility Act. What Airplanes Are Affected by This AD?
1. The authority citation for part 39
We prepared a regulatory evaluation continues to read as follows: (c) This AD affects the following airplane
of the estimated costs to comply with models and serial numbers that are
this proposed AD. See the ADDRESSES Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. certificated in any category:
Model Serial Nos.
(1) MU–2B–26A and MU–2B–40 ........................ 321SA, 348SA, 350SA through 419SA, 421SA, 422SA, and 423SA.
(2) MU–2B–36A and MU–2B–60 ........................ 661SA, 697SA through 747SA, 749SA through 757SA, and 759SA through 773SA.
What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in what steps, if any, are necessary for their safe situation in certain flight conditions, which
This AD? operation. Part of that evaluation was the could result in airplane controllability
identification of unsafe conditions that exist problems.
(d) This AD results from a recent safety
or could develop on the affected type design
evaluation that used a data-driven approach airplanes. The actions specified in this AD What Must I Do To Address This Problem?
to analyze the design, operation, and are intended to prevent confusion in blade (e) To address this problem, you must do
maintenance of the MU–2B series airplanes angle settings. This unsafe condition, if not the following:
in order to determine their safety and define corrected, could lead to an asymmetric thrust
Actions Compliance Procedures
Change the flight idle blade angle ..................... Within the next 100 hours time-in-service Follow Mitsubishi Aircraft International, Inc.
(TIS). Service Bulletin No. SB016/61–001, dated
March 18, 1980.
May I Request an Alternative Method of http://dms.dot.gov. The docket number is DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Compliance? Docket No. FAA–2006–23644; Directorate
(f) The Manager, Fort Worth Airplane Identifier 2006–CE–03–AD. Federal Aviation Administration
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on
authority to approve alternative methods of 14 CFR Part 39
February 3, 2006.
compliance for this AD, if requested using
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. John R. Colomy, [Docket No. FAA–2006–23842; Directorate
(g) For information on any already Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Identifier 2005–NM–145–AD]
approved alternative methods of compliance Aircraft Certification Service.
or for information pertaining to this AD, RIN 2120–AA64
[FR Doc. E6–1769 Filed 2–8–06; 8:45 am]
contact Rao Edupuganti, Aerospace Engineer,
Fort Worth ACO, ASW–150, Rotorcraft BILLING CODE 4910–13–P Airworthiness Directives; Boeing
Directorate, FAA, 2601 Meacham Boulevard, Model 777–200 and 777–300 Series
Fort Worth, Texas 76137–4298; telephone: Airplanes
817–222–5284; facsimile: 817–222–5960.
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
May I Get Copies of the Documents Administration (FAA), Department of
Referenced in This AD? Transportation (DOT).
(h) To get copies of the documents ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
referenced in this AD, contact Mitsubishi
Heavy Industries, Ltd., 4951 Airport
(NPRM).
wwhite on PROD1PC61 with PROPOSALS
Parkway, Suite 800, Addison, Texas 75001 SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to adopt a
telephone: 972–934–5480; facsimile: 972–
934–5488. To view the AD docket, go to the
new airworthiness directive (AD) for
Docket Management Facility; U.S. certain Boeing Model 777–200 and 777–
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh 300 series airplanes. This proposed AD
Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL–401, would require repetitive inspections for
Washington, DC, or on the Internet at discrepancies of the splined
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components that support the inboard Comments Invited pitting and cracking that can propagate
end of the inboard trailing edge flap, We invite you to submit any relevant by stress corrosion. Also, a structural
and related investigative, corrective, and written data, views, or arguments reassessment of Boeing Model 777–200
other specified actions if necessary. This regarding this proposed AD. Send your and 777–300 series airplanes revealed
proposed AD would also require a one- comments to an address listed in the the potential for premature fatigue
time modification of the inboard ADDRESSES section. Include the docket
cracking of the torque tube of the
support of the inboard trailing edge flap number ‘‘FAA–2006–23842; Directorate inboard trailing edge flap, whether or
by installing a new isolation strap and Identifier 2005–NM–145–AD’’ at the not the torque tube is corroded. This
attachment hardware. This proposed AD beginning of your comments. We premature fatigue cracking would not be
would also require repetitive specifically invite comments on the detected by traditional inspection
replacement of the torque tube overall regulatory, economic, methods such as visual or non-
assembly. This proposed AD results environmental, and energy aspects of destructive inspection techniques.
from reports of corrosion on the torque the proposed AD. We will consider all Cracking of the torque tube or closeout
tube and closeout rib fittings that comments received by the closing date rib fitting, if not corrected, could lead to
support the inboard end of the inboard and may amend the proposed AD in a fracture of the torque tube or a
trailing edge flap, as well as a structural light of those comments. closeout rib fitting, which could result
reassessment of the torque tube joint We will post all comments we in loss of the inboard trailing edge flap
that revealed the potential for premature receive, without change, to http:// and consequent reduced controllability
fatigue cracking of the torque tube that dms.dot.gov, including any personal of the airplane.
would not be detected using reasonable information you provide. We will also Relevant Service Information
inspection methods. We are proposing post a report summarizing each
this AD to detect and correct corrosion substantive verbal contact with FAA We have reviewed Boeing Service
or cracking of the torque tube and personnel concerning this proposed AD. Bulletin 777–57A0048, Revision 1,
closeout rib fittings that support the Using the search function of that Web dated June 9, 2005. The service bulletin
inboard end of the inboard trailing edge site, anyone can find and read the describes procedures for performing
flap. Cracking in these components comments in any of our dockets, repetitive detailed inspections for any
could lead to a fracture, which could including the name of the individual discrepancy of the splined components
result in loss of the inboard trailing edge who sent the comment (or signed the (torque tube, closeout rib fitting, carrier
flap and consequent reduced comment on behalf of an association, beam pillow block fitting assembly (i.e.,
controllability of the airplane. business, labor union, etc.). You may the matched set of two carrier beam
DATES: We must receive comments on review DOT’s complete Privacy Act pillow block fittings) and the drive
this proposed AD by March 27, 2006. Statement in the Federal Register crank support) that support the inboard
published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR end of the inboard trailing edge flap.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following
19477–78), or you may visit http:// Discrepancies of the torque tube and
addresses to submit comments on this
dms.dot.gov. closeout rib fitting include light contact
proposed AD.
wear, corrosion pits, corrosion,
• DOT Docket Web site: Go to http:// Examining the Docket cracking, and fracture. Discrepancies of
dms.dot.gov and follow the instructions the other splined components consist of
You may examine the AD docket on
for sending your comments damage to the cadmium plating. (The
the Internet at http://dms.dot.gov, or in
electronically. carrier beam pillow block fitting
person at the Docket Management
• Government-wide rulemaking Web Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5 assembly and drive crank support are
site: Go to http://www.regulations.gov p.m., Monday through Friday, except made from corrosion-resistant steel. The
and follow the instructions for sending Federal holidays. The Docket condition of the plating on these
your comments electronically. Management Facility office (telephone components must be inspected because
• Mail: Docket Management Facility, (800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza the plating helps to protect these
U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 level of the Nassif Building at the DOT components from the steel torque tube,
Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, street address stated in the ADDRESSES which is made of less corrosion-
Room PL–401, Washington, DC 20590. section. Comments will be available in resistant 4330M steel.)
• Fax: (202) 493–2251. the AD docket shortly after the Docket If no discrepancy is found, the service
• Hand Delivery: Room PL–401 on Management System receives them. bulletin describes procedures for other
the plaza level of the Nassif Building, Discussion specified actions that include:
400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, • Assembling the splined
DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday We have received reports that
components with corrosion-inhibiting
through Friday, except Federal holidays. corrosion has been found on the torque
compound.
Contact Boeing Commercial tube and closeout rib fitting assembly
that support the inboard end of the • Modifying certain splined
Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707, Seattle, components by installing a new
Washington 98124–2207, for the service inboard trailing edge flap on certain
Boeing Model 777–200 and –300 series isolation strap and attachment
information identified in this proposed hardware. (Installing the isolation strap
AD. airplanes. Investigation has revealed
contact between the splined areas of the is intended to prevent a washer
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gary torque tube and closeout rib fitting, installed between the drive crank
Oltman, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe causing wear to the titanium-cadmium support and the carrier beam pillow
Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Seattle plating of the components. When the block fittings from coming into contact
Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind grease on these components dries out, with the torque tube splines, which
Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington moisture may enter the area, and could damage the finish on the torque
98055–4056; telephone (425) 917–6443; corrosion may form in areas where the tube splines.)
fax (425) 917–6590. plating has worn away. This corrosion • Refinishing the components as
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: may subsequently lead to corrosion necessary.
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If a discrepancy is found, the service inspection of 48 months after the date Difference Between Proposed AD and
bulletin describes procedures for of issuance of the original Airworthiness Service Information
corrective actions that include: Certificate or the date of issuance of the
• Determining the condition of the original Export Certificate of The service bulletin specifies
spline interface by doing an evaluation Airworthiness, or within 24 months compliance times relative to the date of
of the level of spline rework using the after the date of Revision 1 of the service issuance of the service bulletin;
guidelines in Appendix A of the service bulletin, whichever is later. The service however, this proposed AD would
bulletin. bulletin specifies repeating the detailed require compliance before the specified
• Blending out light contact wear inspections for any discrepancy of the compliance time after the effective date
(defined in the service bulletin as splined components that support the of this AD.
shallow surface irregularities or discrete inboard end of the inboard trailing edge Clarification of Requirement To
pits, which can be blended out using flap within 5 years or 10 years, Replace Torque Tube Assembly
unpowered hand tools). depending on the condition of the
• Reworking corroded or corrosion- splined components. (Subsequent As explained previously, Note (c) of
pitted components according to the inspections are required at intervals not Table 7, under paragraph 1.E.,
Spline Rework procedures in Part 3 of to exceed 5 years or 10 years, depending ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the service bulletin
the service bulletin if the damage is on the condition found during the specifies repetitively replacing the
within specified limits. repeat inspection.) If the criteria for torque tube assembly with a new torque
• Replacing corroded or corrosion- Condition D are met during the initial tube assembly, regardless of condition.
pitted components having damage that inspection (as determined by the spline However, this replacement of a torque
is outside the specified limits with new evaluation), a repeat inspection is tube assembly with no discrepancy is
or serviceable components. required within 24 months. If the not specified in the Accomplishment
• Replacing cracked or fractured criteria for Condition C or D are met in Instructions of the service bulletin.
components with new or serviceable a subsequent repeat inspection, the Paragraph (k) of this proposed AD
components. (The service bulletin notes affected splined component must be would require the repetitive
that, if one of the two fittings that make replaced before further flight. replacement of the torque tube assembly
up the closeout rib fitting assembly or Note (c) of Table 7, under paragraph at the schedule indicated in the
the carrier beam pillow block fitting 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the service Compliance section of the service
assembly is replaced, both fittings that bulletin also specifies repetitively bulletin.
make up the assembly must be replaced replacing the torque tube assembly with
at the same time.) a new torque tube assembly, regardless Interim Action
• Refinishing components as of condition. The service bulletin
We consider this proposed AD
necessary. specifies an initial compliance time for
interim action. The manufacturer is
If spline rework is accomplished, the this replacement of either 18,000 or
currently developing a new, improved
service bulletin also describes 20,000 total flight cycles on the airplane
torque tube that will be made from
procedures for performing additional (depending on airplane group), or 24
corrosion-resistant steel and have
investigative actions that include: months after the date of Revision 1 of
• Evaluating the interfaces between thicker walls. Installing this new,
the service bulletin, whichever is later.
the splined components using the improved torque tube is expected to
The repetitive interval for the
Spline Rework Evaluation or the address the unsafe condition identified
replacement is either 18,000 or 20,000
Preliminary Spline Rework Evaluation in this proposed AD and eliminate the
flight cycles, depending on airplane
procedure, as applicable. need for the repetitive inspections and
group.
• Doing a magnetic particle torque tube assembly replacements that
inspection of the splined area for FAA’s Determination and Requirements would be required by this proposed AD.
cracking. of the Proposed AD Once the improved torque tube is
• Doing a detailed inspection for We have evaluated all pertinent developed, approved, and available, we
corrosion or corrosion pitting to ensure information and identified an unsafe may consider additional rulemaking to
complete removal of corrosion or condition that is likely to exist or require installing it.
corrosion pitting. develop on other airplanes of this same Costs of Compliance
• Doing a detailed inspection for type design. For this reason, we are
discoloration due to overheating, or a proposing this AD, which would require There are about 353 airplanes of the
local surface temper etch inspection for accomplishing the actions specified in affected design in the worldwide fleet.
other damage, that may have resulted the service information described The following table provides the
from performing the rework procedures. previously, except as discussed below estimated costs for U.S. operators to
The service bulletin specifies a under ‘‘Difference Between Proposed comply with this proposed AD, at an
compliance time for the initial AD and Service Information.’’ average labor rate of $65 per work hour.
ESTIMATED COSTS
Number of
Action Work hours Parts Cost per airplane U.S.-registered Fleet cost
airplanes
Detailed inspection for discrepancies of the 20 ................. None ........ $1,300, per inspection 132 $171,600, per inspec-
splined components. cycle. tion cycle.

Modification (Installing isolation strap and Negligible ..... $17,156 ... $17,156 ....................... 132 $2,264,592.
hardware).
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ESTIMATED COSTS—Continued
Number of
Action Work hours Parts Cost per airplane U.S.-registered Fleet cost
airplanes
Replacement of torque tube assembly ............. Negligible 1 ... $24,230 ... $24,230 ....................... 132 $3,198,360, per re-
placement cycle.
1 Provided that the replacement is performed at the same time as a scheduled inspection.
Authority for This Rulemaking The Proposed Amendment Service Bulletin Reference
Title 49 of the United States Code (f) The term ‘‘service bulletin,’’ as used in
Accordingly, under the authority this AD, means Boeing Service Bulletin 777–
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue delegated to me by the Administrator, 57A0048, Revision 1, dated June 9, 2005.
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part (g) Where the service bulletin specifies a
Section 106, describes the authority of 39 as follows: compliance time after the issuance of the
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, service bulletin, this AD requires compliance
Aviation Programs, describes in more PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS within the specified compliance time after
detail the scope of the Agency’s DIRECTIVES the effective date of this AD.
authority. Initial Inspection
We are issuing this rulemaking under 1. The authority citation for part 39 (h) Do a detailed inspection for any
the authority described in Subtitle VII, continues to read as follows: discrepancy of the splined components of the
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, inboard trailing edge flap, in accordance with
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that the Accomplishment Instructions of the
section, Congress charges the FAA with § 39.13 [Amended] service bulletin. The splined components of
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in the inboard trailing edge flap include the
air commerce by prescribing regulations 2. The Federal Aviation torque tube, closeout rib fitting assembly,
for practices, methods, and procedures Administration (FAA) amends § 39.13 carrier beam pillow block fitting assembly,
the Administrator finds necessary for by adding the following new and drive crank support. Discrepancies of the
airworthiness directive (AD): torque tube and closeout rib fitting include
safety in air commerce. This regulation
light contact wear, corrosion pits, corrosion,
is within the scope of that authority Boeing: Docket No. FAA–2006–23842; cracking, or fracture. Discrepancies of the
because it addresses an unsafe condition Directorate Identifier 2005–NM–145–AD. carrier beam pillow block fitting assembly
that is likely to exist or develop on and drive crank support consist of light
Comments Due Date
products identified in this rulemaking contact wear and damage to the cadmium
action. (a) The FAA must receive comments on plating. Do the initial inspection at the
this AD action by March 27, 2006. applicable time specified in Table 7 under
Regulatory Findings paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the service
Affected ADs bulletin, except as provided by paragraph (g)
We have determined that this
proposed AD would not have federalism (b) None. of this AD.
implications under Executive Order Applicability No Discrepancy/Other Specified Actions
13132. This proposed AD would not (c) This AD applies to Boeing Model 777– (i) If no discrepancy is found, perform all
have a substantial direct effect on the 200 and –300 series airplanes, certificated in applicable specified actions, including the
States, on the relationship between the any category, as identified in Boeing Service modification to install a new isolation strap
national Government and the States, or Bulletin 777–57A0048, Revision 1, dated and attachment hardware, in accordance
on the distribution of power and with the Accomplishment Instructions of the
June 9, 2005.
responsibilities among the various service bulletin. Then, repeat the inspection
Unsafe Condition at the applicable time specified in Table 7
levels of government. under paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the
For the reasons discussed above, I (d) This AD results from reports of
service bulletin.
certify that the proposed regulation: corrosion on the torque tube and closeout rib
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory fittings that support the inboard end of the Related Investigative/Corrective/Other
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; inboard trailing edge flap, as well as a Specified Actions and Repetitive Inspections
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the structural reassessment of the torque tube (j) For any discrepancy found during any
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures joint that revealed the potential for premature inspection required by this AD: Before
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and fatigue cracking of the torque tube that would further flight, accomplish all applicable
3. Will not have a significant not be detected using reasonable inspection investigative, corrective, and other specified
methods. We are issuing this AD to detect actions, including the modification to install
economic impact, positive or negative, a new isolation strap and attachment
on a substantial number of small entities and correct corrosion or cracking of the
torque tube and closeout rib fittings that hardware, in accordance with the
under the criteria of the Regulatory Accomplishment Instructions of the service
support the inboard end of the inboard
Flexibility Act. bulletin. Then, evaluate the spline rework to
trailing edge flap. Cracking in these
We prepared a regulatory evaluation determine the appropriate repetitive interval,
components could lead to a fracture, which
of the estimated costs to comply with could result in loss of the inboard trailing
in accordance with the Accomplishment
this proposed AD and placed it in the Instructions of the service bulletin.
edge flap and consequent reduced Thereafter, repeat the inspection at the
AD docket. See the ADDRESSES section controllability of the airplane.
for a location to examine the regulatory applicable interval specified in Table 7 under
Compliance paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the service
evaluation. bulletin.
(e) You are responsible for having the
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Replacement of Torque Tube Assembly
actions required by this AD performed within
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation the compliance times specified, unless the (k) Replace the torque tube assembly with
safety, Safety. actions have already been done. a new torque tube assembly, in accordance
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with the Accomplishment Instructions of the same actions, but would require will consider all comments received by
service bulletin. Do the initial replacement at borescope inspections at more frequent the closing date and may amend the
the applicable compliance time specified in intervals for certain engines. This proposed AD in light of those
Notes (c) and (d), as applicable, of Table 7 comments.
proposed AD results from Turbomeca’s
in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the
service bulletin, except as provided by review of the engines’ service
Examining the AD Docket
paragraph (g) of this AD. Repeat the experience that determined more
replacement thereafter at the applicable frequent borescope inspections are You may examine the AD Docket
interval specified in Notes (c) and (d), as required on engines not modified to the (including any comments and
applicable, of Table 7 under paragraph 1.E., TU 191, TU 197, or TU 224 standard. serviceinformation), by appointment,
‘‘Compliance,’’ of the service bulletin. We are proposing this AD to prevent between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday
Alternative Methods of Compliance centrifugal compressor intake wheel through Friday, except Federal holidays.
(AMOCs) blade cracks, which can result in engine See ADDRESSES for the location.
(l)(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft in-flight power loss, engine shutdown, Discussion
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the or forced landing.
On May 20, 2003, the FAA issued AD
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if DATES: We must receive any comments
requested in accordance with the procedures 2003–11–09, Amendment 39–13168 (68
on this proposed AD by April 10, 2006. FR 31970, May 29, 2003). That AD
found in 14 CFR 39.19.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following requires initial and repetitive borescope
(2) Before using any AMOC approved in
accordance with § 39.19 on any airplane to addresses to comment on this proposed and eddy current inspections or
which the AMOC applies, notify the AD: ultrasonic inspections of centrifugal
appropriate principal inspector in the FAA • By mail: Federal Aviation compressor intake wheel blades for
Flight Standards Certificate Holding District Administration (FAA), New England cracks and evidence of corrosion pitting,
Office. Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, and, if found cracked or if there is
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable Attention: Rules Docket No. 99–NE–12–
level of safety may be used for any repair
evidence of corrosion pitting,
AD, 12 New England Executive Park, replacement with serviceable parts. The
required by this AD, if it is approved by an Burlington, MA 01803–5299.
Authorized Representative for the Boeing Direction Generale de L’Aviation Civile
Commercial Airplanes Delegation Option
• By fax: (781) 238–7055. (DGAC), which is the airworthiness
Authorization Organization who has been • By e-mail: 9-ane- authority for France, notified the FAA
authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to adcomment@faa.gov. that an unsafe condition may exist on
make those findings. For a repair method to You can get the service information
Turbomeca Turmo IV A and IV C series
be approved, the repair must meet the identified in this proposed AD from
turboshaft engines. The DGAC advises
certification basis of the airplane. Turbomeca, 40220 Tarnos, France;
that they have received reports of
Issued in Renton, Washington, on January telephone 33 05 59 74 40 00, fax 33 05
cracked centrifugal compressor intake
31, 2006. 59 74 45 15.
wheel blades.
Ali Bahrami, You may examine the AD docket, by The phenomena of blade cracking
appointment, at the FAA, New England occurs in two phases; initiation after a
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service. Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, single event, such as foreign object
12 New England Executive Park, damage or surge, and crack propagation
[FR Doc. E6–1767 Filed 2–8–06; 8:45 am]
Burlington, MA. due to operating at a gas generator
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: speed, between 80 percent and 83
Christopher Spinney, Aerospace percent, which sets up a vibration.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Engineer, Engine Certification Office, Although the exact cause of the
FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, initiation of cracks has not yet been
Federal Aviation Administration 12 New England Executive Park, identified, cracks could initiate at
Burlington, MA 01803–5299; telephone corrosion pits. The investigation is
14 CFR Part 39 (781) 238–7175; fax (781) 238–7199. continuing. This condition, if not
[Docket No. 99–NE–12–AD] SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: corrected, could result in centrifugal
Comments Invited compressor intake wheel blade cracks,
RIN 2120–AA64 which can result in engine in-flight
We invite you to send any written power loss, engine shutdown, or forced
Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca relevant data, views, or arguments
Turmo IV A and IV C Series Turboshaft landing.
regarding this proposal. Send your Since AD 2003–11–09 required the
Engines comments to an address listed under removal of the TU 197 standard within
AGENCY: Federal Aviation ADDRESSES. Include ‘‘AD Docket No. 99– 6 months after the AD’s effective date of
Administration (FAA), DOT. NE–12–AD’’ in the subject line of your July 3, 2003, the TU 197 standard is no
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking comments. If you want us to longer allowed. The compliance time in
(NPRM). acknowledge receipt of your mailed this proposed AD requires removing the
comments, send us a self-addressed, TU 197 standard before further flight.
SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to stamped postcard with the docket
supersede an existing airworthiness number written on it; we will date- Actions Since AD 2003–11–09 Was
directive (AD) for Turbomeca Turmo IV stamp your postcard and mail it back to Issued
A and IV C series turboshaft engines. you. We specifically invite comments Since AD 2003–11–09 was issued,
That AD currently requires borescope on the overall regulatory, economic, Turbomeca reevaluated the engines’
and eddy current inspections or environmental, and energy aspects of service experience and reduced the
ultrasonic inspections of centrifugal the proposed AD. If a person contacts us borescope inspection interval for
compressor intake wheel blades for verbally, and that contact relates to a engines not modified to the TU 191, TU
cracks and evidence of corrosion pitting, substantive part of this proposed AD, 197, or TU 224 standard, from 250 flight
and replacement with serviceable parts. we will summarize the contact and hours-since-last inspection to 200 flight
This proposed AD would require the place the summary in the docket. We hours-since-last inspection. Also,

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