[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 31 (Thursday, February 16, 2017)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 10860-10863]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2017-03028]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2013-0797; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-007-AD;
Amendment 39-18776; AD 2017-01-09]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; correction.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that
published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to certain The
Boeing Company Model 767-300 and 767-300F airplanes. Certain service
information citations in the preamble and regulatory text are
incorrect. This document corrects those errors. In all other respects,
the original document remains the same.
DATES: This final rule is effective February 21, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 21,
2017 (82 FR 4778, January 17, 2017).
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA
90740-5600; telephone: 562-797-1717; Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.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. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2013-
0797.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility
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 address for the
Docket Office (phone: 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC
20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Francis Smith, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental Controls Branch, ANM-150S, FAA, Seattle
Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
98057-3356; phone: 425-917-6596; fax: 425-917-6590; email:
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Airworthiness Directive 2017-01-09,
amendment 39-18776 (82 FR 4778, January 17, 2017), requires
modification and installation of components in the main equipment
center for certain Model 767-300 and 767-300F series airplanes. For
certain airplanes, AD 2017-01-09 also requires modification,
replacement, and installation of flight deck air relief system (FDARS)
components.
Need for the Correction
As published, certain service information citations in the preamble
and regulatory text were incorrect. The incorrectly specified citation
in the preamble and regulatory text was Boeing Service Bulletin 767-27-
0244, Revision 1, dated March 8, 2010 (``SB 767-27-0244, R1''); the
correct citation is Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0244, Revision 1,
dated March 8, 2010 (``SB 767-21-0244, R1'').
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed the following service information.
Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0235, dated October 8,
2009; and Revision 1, dated July 29, 2011 (``SB 767-21-0235, R1''). The
service information describes procedures for a relay installation and
related wiring changes (which change (modify) the 3-way valve control
logic for the cooling system for the flight deck display equipment on
freighter airplanes).
Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0244, Revision 1, dated
March 8, 2010 (``SB 767-21-0244, R1''). The service information
describes procedures for changing (modifying) the 3-way valve control
logic and installing a cooling system for the flight deck display
equipment.
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0245, Revision 2,
dated September 27, 2013 (``ASB 767-21A0245, R2''); and Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767-21A0247, Revision 1, dated April 9, 2013 (``ASB
767-21A0247, R1''). The service information describes procedures for
changing (modifying) the 3-way valve control logic and main cargo air
distribution system (MCADS), and installing an FDARS. These documents
are distinct since they apply to different airplane models.
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0253, dated October
12, 2012. The service information describes procedures for replacing
the existing duct, installing an FDARS, changing (modifying) the 3-way
valve control logic, and installing a new altitude switch and pitot
tube.
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0254, dated June 7,
2013. The service information describes procedures for replacing the
duct with a new duct; installing an FDARS (including the installation
of mounting brackets, ducts, orifice, outlet valve, and screen); and
activating the 3-way valve logic (including modification of the
associated wiring and related actions).
Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0073, dated October 12,
1995. The service information describes procedures for installing a
maintenance data selection system for the engine indication and crew
alerting system.
This service information is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Correction of Publication
This document corrects errors in the citation of certain service
information and correctly adds the AD as an amendment to 14 CFR 39.13.
Although no other part of the preamble or regulatory information has
been corrected, we are publishing the entire rule in the Federal
Register.
The effective date of this AD remains February 21, 2017.
Since this action only corrects errors in the citation of certain
service information, it has no adverse economic impact and imposes no
additional burden on any person. Therefore, we have determined that
notice and public procedures are unnecessary.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Correction
Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration amends part 39 of
the Federal Aviation Regulations (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 [Corrected]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2017-01-09 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-18776; Docket No. FAA-
2013-0797; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-007-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective February 21, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
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(c) Applicability
This AD applies to The Boeing Company Model 767-300 and 767-300F
series airplanes, certificated in any category; as identified in the
service information specified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (c)(5) of
this AD. This AD does not apply to The Boeing Company Model 767-300
(passenger) series airplanes.
(1) Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0244, Revision 1, dated March
8, 2010 (``SB 767-21-0244, R1'').
(2) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0245, Revision 2, dated
September 27, 2013 (``ASB 767-21A0245, R2'').
(3) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0247, Revision 1, dated
April 9, 2013 (``ASB 767-21A0247, R1'').
(4) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0253, dated October 12,
2012.
(5) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0254, dated June 7,
2013.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 21, Air
Conditioning.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by reports of malfunctions in the flight
deck display units, which resulted in blanking, blurring, or loss of
color on the display. We are issuing this AD to prevent malfunctions
of the flight deck display units, which could affect the ability of
the flight crew to read the displays for airplane attitude,
altitude, or airspeed, and consequently reduce the ability of the
flight crew to maintain control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Installation of Flight Deck Air Relief System (FDARS) and 3-Way
Valve Logic Change or Activation
(1) For Model 767-300F series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0253, dated October 12, 2012: Within
72 months after the effective date of this AD, in the main equipment
center and the area under the left and right sides of the flight
deck floor, replace the existing duct with a new duct; install an
FDARS (including the installation of mounting brackets, ducts,
orifice, outlet valve, and screen); change the 3-way valve logic
(including modification of the associated wiring and related
actions); and install a new altitude switch and pitot tube; in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 767-21A0253, dated October 12, 2012.
(2) For Model 767-300F series airplanes, as identified in Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0254, dated June 7, 2013: Within 72
months after the effective date of this AD, in the main equipment
center and the area under the left and right sides of the flight
deck floor, replace the duct with a new duct; install an FDARS
(including the installation of mounting brackets, ducts, orifice,
outlet valve, and screen); and activate the 3-way valve logic
(including modification of the associated wiring and related
actions); in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0254, dated June 7, 2013.
(h) Installation of FDARS and a 3-Way Valve Control Logic and Main
Cargo Air Distribution System Change
(1) For Model 767-300F series airplanes, as identified in ASB
767-21A0245, R2: Within 72 months after the effective date of this
AD, in the main equipment center and the area under the left and
right sides of the flight deck floor, change (modify) the 3-way
valve control logic and main cargo air distribution system (MCADS),
and install an FDARS, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instruction of ASB 767-21A0245, R2, except as provided by paragraph
(j) of this AD.
(2) For Model 767-300F series airplanes, as identified in ASB
767-21A0247, R1: Within 72 months after the effective date of this
AD, change (modify) the 3-way valve control logic and MCADS, and
install an FDARS, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions
of ASB 767-21A0247, R1.
(i) Installation of a Flight Deck Display Equipment Cooling System and
a 3-Way Valve Logic Change
For Model 767-300 series airplanes that have been converted by
Boeing to Model 767-300BCF (Boeing Converted Freighter) airplanes,
as identified in SB 767-21-0244, R1: Within 72 months after the
effective date of this AD, change (modify) the 3-way valve control
logic and install a flight deck display equipment cooling system, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of SB 767-21-0244,
R1.
(j) Exception to Paragraph (h)(1) of This AD
For Model 767-300F series airplanes, as identified in ASB 767-
21A0245, R2: If the 3 way valve control logic change (modification)
specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0235, dated October 8,
2009; or Revision 1, dated July 29, 2011 (``SB 767-21-0235, R1'');
is done prior to or concurrent with the actions required by
paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, operators need to do only the
functional test, FDARS installation, and flex duct change, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of ASB 767-21A0245,
R2. Operators do not need to do the other actions specified in the
Accomplishment Instructions of ASB 767-21A0245, R2, if the actions
in the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service Bulletin 767-
21-0235, dated October 8, 2009; or SB 767-21-0235, R1; are done
concurrently. If the functional test fails, before further flight,
do corrective actions that are approved in accordance with the
procedures specified in paragraph (l) of this AD.
(k) Concurrent Requirements
(1) For Groups 1 and 3 airplanes, as identified in ASB 767-
21A0245, R2: Prior to or concurrently with accomplishing the
requirements of paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, do the relay
installation and related wiring changes specified in, and in
accordance with, the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Service
Bulletin 767-21-0235, dated October 8, 2009; or SB 767-21-0235, R1.
(2) For Group 1 airplanes, as identified in ASB 767-21A0247, R1:
Prior to or concurrently with accomplishing the requirements of
paragraph (h)(2) of this AD, do the relay installation and related
wiring changes specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of
Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0235, dated October 8, 2009; or SB
767-21-0235, R1.
(3) For Model 767-300 series airplanes that have been converted
by Boeing to Model 767-300BCF airplanes, as identified in SB 767-21-
0244, R1: Prior to or concurrently with accomplishing the
requirements of paragraph (i) of this AD, do all the actions
(installation) specified in the Accomplishment Instructions of
Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0073, dated October 12, 1995.
(l) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO),
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 manager of the ACO, send it to the
attention of the person identified in paragraph (m) of this AD.
Information may be emailed to: [email protected].
(2) 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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be
used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD
if it is approved by the Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the
Manager, Seattle ACO, to make those findings. To be approved, the
repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must
meet the certification basis of the airplane and the approval must
specifically refer to this AD.
(m) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Francis Smith,
Aerospace Engineer, Cabin Safety and Environmental Controls Branch,
ANM-150S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-
3356; phone: 425-917-6596; fax:425 917-6590; email:
[email protected].
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(3) The following service information was approved for IBR on
February 21, 2017 (82 FR 4778, January 17, 2017).
(i) Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0235, dated October 8, 2009.
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(ii) Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0235, Revision 1, dated July
29, 2011.
(iii) Boeing Service Bulletin 767-21-0244, Revision 1, dated
March 8, 2010.
(iv) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0245, Revision 2,
dated September 27, 2013.
(v) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0247, Revision 1, dated
April 9, 2013.
(vi) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0253, dated October
12, 2012.
(vii) Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-21A0254, dated June 7,
2013.
(viii) Boeing Service Bulletin 767-31-0073, dated October 12,
1995.
(4) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-
5600; telephone: 562-797-1717; Internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
(5) 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.
(6) 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 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 2, 2017.
Michael Kaszycki,
Assistant Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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