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[FR Doc No: 94-1687]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. 92-ANE-21; Amendment 39-8804; AD 94-02-06]

 

Airworthiness Directives; Wytwornia Sprzetu Komunikacyjnego 
``PZL-RZESZOW'' PZL-3S Second Series Engines

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration, DOT.

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: This amendment supersedes an existing airworthiness directive 
(AD), applicable to Wytwornia Sprzetu Komunikacyjnego ``PZL-RZESZOW'' 
PZL-3S Second Series engines, that currently requires removal from 
service of certain modified pistons, inspection of the propeller to 
engine propeller-flange attachment bolts, inspection of the engine 
propeller-flange retaining nut, and inspection of the rear crankshaft 
counterweight system. This amendment removes the repetitive inspection 
requirements of the existing AD, but retains the requirement to remove 
from service certain modified pistons. This amendment is prompted by 
test results that have indicated that PZL-3S Second Series engines not 
configured with modified pistons are not susceptible to excessive 
vibration. The actions specified by this AD are intended to prevent 
separation of the propeller and loss of the aircraft.

EFFECTIVE DATE: February 28, 1994.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert J. Ganley, Aerospace Engineer, 
Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 
New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299; telephone (617) 
238-7138, fax (617) 238-7199.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A proposal to amend part 39 of the Federal 
Aviation Regulations by superseding AD 91-18-12, Amendment 39-8120 (57 
FR 5378, February 14, 1992), which is applicable to Wytwornia Sprzetu 
Komunikacyjnego ``PZL-RZESZOW'' PZL-3S Second Series engines, was 
published in the Federal Register on January 5, 1993 (58 FR 278). That 
action proposed to remove the repetitive inspection requirements of the 
existing AD, but retain the requirements for removal from service of 
certain pistons that have been modified and assembled with certain 
compression ring, scraper ring, and oil control ring components.
    Interested persons have been afforded an opportunity to participate 
in the making of this amendment. No comments were received on the 
proposal or the FAA's determination of the cost to the public. The FAA 
has determined that air safety and the public interest require the 
adoption of the rule as proposed.
    There are approximately 11 PZL-3S Second Series engines of the 
affected design in the worldwide fleet. The FAA estimates that 3 
engines of the affected design are installed on aircraft of U.S. 
registry, that it will take approximately 5 work hours per engine to 
accomplish the proposed actions, and that the average labor rate is $55 
per work hour. Based on these figures, the total cost impact of the AD 
on U.S. operators is estimated to be $825.
    The regulations adopted herein will not have substantial direct 
effects 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. Therefore, in 
accordance with Executive Order 12612, it is determined that this final 
rule does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant the 
preparation of a Federalism Assessment.
    For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this action (1) is 
not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 
(2) is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and 
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) 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. A final evaluation has been prepared for this action 
and it is contained in the Rules Docket. A copy of it may be obtained 
from the Rules Docket at the location provided under the caption 
``ADDRESSES.''

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

Adoption of the Amendment

    Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the 
Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration amends 14 CFR part 
39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. App. 1354(a), 1421 and 1423; 49 U.S.C. 
106(g); and 14 CFR 11.89.


Sec. 39.13  [Amended]

    2. Section 39.13 is amended by removing Amendment 39-8120 (57 FR 
5378, February 14, 1992) and by adding a new airworthiness directive, 
Amendment 39-8804, to read as follows:

94-02-06  Wytwornia Sprzetu Komunikacyjnego ``PZL-RZESZOW'':

    Amendment 39-8804. Docket 92-ANE-21. Supersedes AD 91-18-12, 
Amendment 39-8120.
    Applicability: Wytwornia Sprzetu Komunikacyjnego ``PZL-RZESZOW'' 
PZL-3S Second Series reciprocating engines installed on but not 
limited to Grumman AG CAT aircraft.
    Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished 
previously.
    To prevent separation of the propeller and loss of the aircraft, 
accomplish the following:
    (a) For pistons that have been modified and assembled with 
compression ring, part number (P/N) JRS 123421, scraper ring, P/N 
JRS 123423, and oil control ring, P/N JRS 123424, prior to further 
flight:
    (1) Remove these pistons from service and replace with 
serviceable parts.
    (2) Remove, clean, and visually inspect using 10x magnification 
the propeller to engine propeller-flange attachment bolts for 
evidence of cracking or failure, and perform the following:
    (i) For engines with bolts found to be cracked or broken, 
replace with new bolts and disassemble and visually inspect for 
distress of the rear crankshaft, rear counterweight, and rear 
counterweight pins.
    (A) If any distress is found in the rear crankshaft, rear 
counterweight, or rear counterweight pins, replace distressed parts 
with new parts.
    (B) Distress is defined as any evidence of wear, galling, 
pitting, or scoring, and includes discoloration (blue color) of the 
counterweight pins.
    (ii) For engines with bolts found not to be cracked, inspect the 
engine propeller-flange retaining nut for looseness and perform the 
following:
    (A) Retorque the propeller-flange retaining nut if found loose 
in accordance with Section 3.3.4 of the PZL-3S Engine Servicing 
Instructions, revised March 1984.
    (B) Replace all propeller to engine propeller-flange attachment 
bolts with new bolts.
    (b) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the 
compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be 
used if approved by the Manager, Engine Certification Office. The 
request should be forwarded through an appropriate FAA Maintenance 
Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, 
Engine Certification Office.

    Note: Information concerning the existence of approved 
alternative method of compliance with this AD, if any, may be 
obtained from the Engine Certification Office.

    (c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with FAR 
21.197 and 21.199 to operate the aircraft to a location where the 
requirements of this AD can be accomplished.
    (d) This amendment becomes effective on February 28, 1994. 
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on January 12, 1994.
Jay J. Pardee,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 94-1687 Filed 1-26-94; 8:45 am]
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