Federal Register / Vol. 66, No. 42 / Friday, March 2, 2001 / Proposed Rules 13189
Model/Series STC number Docket number
Boeing 767–200 ...... ST09022AC–D 2000–NM–243–AD
Boeing 747SP ...... ST09097AC–D 2000–NM–244–AD
Boeing 747–400 ...... SA8843SW 2000–NM–245–AD
Airbus A340–211 ...... ST0902AC–D 2000–NM–246–AD
Cost Impact location provided under the caption and remove the system from the airplane, in ADDRESSES. accordance with Hollingsead International There are approximately 6 airplanes Service Bulletin 2526–2332–001, dated July of the affected design in the worldwide List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 19, 2000. fleet. The FAA estimates that 3 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Spares airplanes of U.S. registry would be safety, Safety. affected by this proposed AD, that it (b) As of the effective date of this AD, no would take approximately 4 work hours The Proposed Amendment person shall install an IFE system in accordance with STC SA8026NM on any per airplane to accomplish the proposed Accordingly, pursuant to the airplane. actions, and that the average labor rate authority delegated to me by the is $60 per work hour. Based on these Administrator, the Federal Aviation Alternative Methods of Compliance figures, the cost impact of the proposed Administration proposes to amend part (c) An alternative method of compliance or AD on U.S. operators is estimated to be 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations adjustment of the compliance time that $720, or $240 per airplane. (14 CFR part 39) as follows: provides an acceptable level of safety may be The cost impact figure discussed used if approved by the Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), above is based on assumptions that no PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES FAA. Operators shall submit their requests operator has yet accomplished any of through an appropriate FAA Principal the proposed requirements of this AD 1. The authority citation for part 39 Maintenance Inspector, who may add action, and that no operator would continues to read as follows: comments and then send it to the Manager, accomplish those actions in the future if Los Angeles ACO. Authority: 19 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. this proposed AD were not adopted. The Note 2: Information concerning the cost impact figures discussed in AD § 39.13 [Amended] existence of approved alternative methods of rulemaking actions represent only the 2. Section 39.13 is amended by compliance with this AD, if any, may be obtained from the Los Angeles ACO. time necessary to perform the specific adding the following new airworthiness actions actually required by the AD. directive: Special Flight Permits These figures typically do not include McDonnell Douglas: Docket 2000–NM–229– incidental costs, such as the time (d) Special flight permits may be issued in AD. accordance with §§ 21.197 and 21.199 of the required to gain access and close up, Applicability: Model DC–9–51 and DC–9– Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 planning time, or time necessitated by 83 series airplanes modified by and 21.199) to operate the airplane to a other administrative actions. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) location where the requirements of this AD Regulatory Impact SA8026NM, certificated in any category. can be accomplished. Note 1: This AD applies to each airplane Issued in Renton, Washington, on February The regulations proposed herein identified in the preceding applicability 23, 2001. would not have a substantial direct provision, regardless of whether it has been Donald L. Riggin, effect on the States, on the relationship otherwise modified, altered, or repaired in the area subject to the requirements of this Acting Manager, Transport Airplane between the national Government and Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. the States, or on the distribution of AD. For airplanes that have been modified, [FR Doc. 01–4941 Filed 3–1–01; 8:45 am] power and responsibilities among the altered, or repaired so that the performance of the requirements of this AD is affected, the BILLING CODE 4910–13–P various levels of government. Therefore, owner/operator must request approval for an it is determined that this proposal alternative method of compliance in would not have federalism implications accordance with paragraph (c) of this AD. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION under Executive Order 13132. The request should include an assessment of For the reasons discussed above, I the effect of the modification, alteration, or Federal Aviation Administration certify that this proposed regulation (1) repair on the unsafe condition addressed by is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ this AD; and, if the unsafe condition has not been eliminated, the request should include 14 CFR Part 39 under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not specific proposed actions to address it. [Docket No. 2000–NM–231–AD] a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT Compliance: Required as indicated, unless Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 accomplished previously. RIN 2120–AA64 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) if To prevent the inability of the flight crew promulgated, will not have a significant to remove power from the in-flight Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell economic impact, positive or negative, entertainment (IFE) system when necessary; Douglas Model DC–10–30 Series on a substantial number of small entities which, during a non-normal or emergency Airplanes Modified by Supplemental under the criteria of the Regulatory situation, could result in inability to control Type Certificate ST00054SE Flexibility Act. A copy of the draft smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin; accomplish the following: AGENCY: Federal Aviation regulatory evaluation prepared for this Administration, DOT. action is contained in the Rules Docket. Deactivation and Removal ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking A copy of it may be obtained by (a) Within 18 months after the effective (NPRM). contacting the Rules Docket at the date of this AD, deactivate the IFE system
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SUMMARY: This document proposes the Submit comments using the following total passenger seats were also adoption of a new airworthiness format: considered for the review. The types of directive (AD) that is applicable to all • Organize comments issue-by-issue. IFE systems not considered for review McDonnell Douglas Model DC–10–30 For example, discuss a request to include systems that provide only audio series airplanes modified by change the compliance time and a signals to each passenger seat, ordinary supplemental type certificate (STC) request to change the service bulletin in-flight telephone systems (e.g., one ST00054SE. This proposal would reference as two separate issues. telephone handset per group of seats or require removal of the in-flight • For each issue, state what specific bulkhead-mounted telephones), systems entertainment (IFE) system installed by change to the proposed AD is being that only have a video monitor on the that STC. This action is necessary to requested. forward bulkhead(s) (or a projection • prevent inability of the flight crew to Include justification (e.g., reasons or system) to provide passengers with remove power from the IFE system data) for each request. basic airplane and flight information, when necessary. Inability to remove Comments are specifically invited on and in-seat power supply systems that power from the IFE system during a the overall regulatory, economic, provide power to less than 20 percent of non-normal or emergency situation environmental, and energy aspects of the total passenger seats. could result in inability to control the proposed rule. All comments Items considered during the review smoke or fumes in the airplane flight submitted will be available, both before include the following: deck or cabin. This action is intended to and after the closing date for comments, • Can the electrical bus(es) supplying address the identified unsafe condition. in the Rules Docket for examination by power to the IFE system be deenergized interested persons. A report when necessary without removing DATES: Comments must be received by summarizing each FAA-public contact April 16, 2001. power from systems that may be concerned with the substance of this required for continued safe flight and ADDRESSES: Submit comments in proposal will be filed in the Rules landing? triplicate to the Federal Aviation Docket. • Can IFE system power be removed Administration (FAA), Transport Commenters wishing the FAA to when required without pulling IFE Airplane Directorate, ANM–114, acknowledge receipt of their comments system circuit breakers? [i.e., is there a Attention: Rules Docket No. 2000–NM– submitted in response to this action switch (dedicated to the IFE system or 231–AD, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., must submit a self-addressed, stamped a combination of loads) located in the Renton, Washington 98055–4056. postcard on which the following flight deck or cabin that can be used to Comments may be inspected at this statement is made: ‘‘Comments to remove IFE power?] location between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 Docket Number 2000–NM–231–AD.’’ • If the IFE system requires changes p.m., Monday through Friday, except The postcard will be date-stamped and to flight crew procedures, has the Federal holidays. Comments may be returned to the commenter. airplane flight manual (AFM) been submitted via fax to (425) 227–1232. Availability of NPRMs properly amended? Comments may also be sent via the • If the IFE system requires changes Internet using the following address: 9- Any person may obtain a copy of this to cabin crew procedures, have they [email protected]. Comments NPRM by submitting a request to the been properly amended? sent via fax or the Internet must contain FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, • Does the IFE system require ‘‘Docket No. 2000–NM–231–AD’’ in the ANM–114, Attention: Rules Docket No. periodic or special maintenance? subject line and need not be submitted 2000–NM–231–AD, 1601 Lind Avenue, In all, approximately 180 IFE systems in triplicate. Comments sent via the SW., Renton, Washington 98055–4056. approved by STC were reviewed by the Internet as attached electronic files must Discussion FAA. The review results indicate that be formatted in Microsoft Word 97 for potential unsafe conditions exist on Windows or ASCII text. The Federal Aviation Administration some IFE systems installed on various (FAA) recently completed a review of FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: transport category airplanes. These in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems conditions can be summarized as: Stephen S. Oshiro, Aerospace Engineer, certified by supplemental type • Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM– Electrical bus(es) supplying power certificate (STC) and installed on to the IFE system cannot be deenergized 130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification transport category airplanes. The review Office, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, when necessary without removing focused on the interface between the IFE power from systems that may be Washington 98055–4056; telephone system and airplane electrical system, (425) 227–2793; fax (425) 227–1181. required for continued safe flight and with the objective of determining if any landing. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: unsafe conditions exist with regard to • Power cannot be removed from the Comments Invited the interface. STC’s issued between IFE system when required without 1992 and 2000 were considered for the pulling IFE system circuit breakers (i.e., Interested persons are invited to review. there is no switch dedicated to the IFE participate in the making of the The type of IFE systems considered system or combination of systems for proposed rule by submitting such for review were those that contain video the purpose of removing power). written data, views, or arguments as monitors (cathode ray tubes or liquid • Installation of the IFE system has they may desire. Communications shall crystal displays; either hanging above affected crew (flight crew and/or cabin identify the Rules Docket number and the aisle or mounted on individual seat crew) procedures, but the procedures be submitted in triplicate to the address backs or seat trays), or complex circuitry have not been properly revised. specified above. All communications (i.e., power supplies, electronic received on or before the closing date distribution boxes, extensive wire FAA’s Determination for comments, specified above, will be routing, relatively high power As part of its review of IFE systems, considered before taking action on the consumption, multiple layers of circuit the FAA has determined that an unsafe proposed rule. The proposals contained protection, etc.). In addition, in-seat condition exists on McDonnell Douglas in this action may be changed in light power supply systems that provide Model DC–10–30 series airplanes of the comments received. power to more than 20 percent of the modified by STC ST00054SE. The IFE
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system on these airplanes is connected type design, the proposed AD would amount of time necessary to accomplish to an electrical bus that cannot be require removal of the IFE system the proposed actions, and the practical deenergized without also removing installed by STC ST00054SE. The action aspect of accomplishing the proposed power from airplane systems necessary would be required to be accomplished actions within an interval of time that for safe flight and landing. Additionally, by a method approved by the FAA. parallels normal scheduled maintenance the flight crew and cabin crew Subsequent to the FAA’s review of STC for the affected operators. In emergency procedures have not been ST00054SE, the STC holder informed consideration of these factors, the FAA revised to advise the crew that they the FAA that the IFE system installed by has determined that 18 months after the cannot remove power from the IFE that STC has been removed from all effective date of this AD represents an system. This condition, if not corrected, affected airplanes. However, the FAA appropriate interval of time allowable could result in inability to remove finds it necessary to propose this AD to wherein an acceptable level of safety power from the IFE system during a ensure that all operators have indeed can be maintained. non-normal or emergency situation, and removed the IFE system and to prohibit consequent inability to control smoke or future installation of the system in other Other Relevant Proposed Rulemaking fumes in the airplane flight deck or eligible airplanes. cabin. This proposed action is one of a Calculation of Compliance Time number of proposed AD’s on airplanes Explanation of Requirements of In developing an appropriate modified by STC’s that have been Proposed Rule compliance time for this action, the determined to be subject to similar Since an unsafe condition has been FAA considered not only the degree of unsafe conditions. Other currently identified that is likely to exist or urgency associated with addressing the proposed AD’s include the following develop on other products of this same subject unsafe condition, but the airplanes and STC’s:
Model/Series STC number Docket number
Boeing 757–200 ...... SA1727GL 2000–NM–228–AD
McDonnell Douglas DC–9–51 and DC–9–83 ...... SA8026NM 2000–NM–229–AD
Boeing 767–300 and 767–300ER ...... SA5765NM 2000–NM–232–AD SA5978NM
Boeing 767–300 ...... ST00157SE 2000–NM–233–AD
Boeing 747–100 and –200 ...... ST00196SE 2000–NM–234–AD
Boeing 767–200 ...... SA5134NM 2000–NM–235–AD
Boeing 767–300 ...... ST00118SE 2000–NM–236–AD
Boeing 737–300 ...... ST00171SE 2000–NM–237–AD
Boeing 767–222ER ...... SA4998NM 2000–NM–238–AD
Boeing 767–300 ...... SA7019NM–D 2000–NM–239–AD
Boeing 747–100 and –200 ...... SA8622SW 2000–NM–240–AD
McDonnell Douglas DC–10–30 ...... SA8452SW 2000–NM–241–AD
Boeing 737–700 ...... ST09100AC–D 2000–NM–242–AD ST09104AC–D ST09105AC–D ST09106AC–D
Boeing 767–200 ...... ST09022AC–D 2000–NM–243–AD
Boeing 747SP ...... ST09097AC–D 2000–NM–244–AD
Boeing 747–400 ...... SA8843SW 2000–NM–245–AD
Airbus A340–211 ...... ST0902AC–D 2000–NM–246–AD
Cost Impact However, if an airplane subject to this The cost impact figure discussed AD is identified, the FAA estimates that above is based on information that the As stated previously, the STC holder removal of the IFE system would take subject IFE system has been removed has informed the FAA that the subject approximately 12 work hours per from all affected airplanes. The cost IFE system has been removed from all airplane, at an average labor rate of $60 impact figures discussed in most affected airplanes. Therefore, the FAA per work hour. Based on these figures, proposed AD actions are based on expects that there will be no future cost the cost impact of the proposed AD on assumptions that no operator has yet impact on U.S. operators as a result of an affected airplane is estimated to be accomplished any of the proposed the proposed rule. $720 per airplane. requirements, and that no operator
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would accomplish those actions in the certificate (STC) ST00054SE, certificated in DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION future if the proposed AD were not any category. adopted. The cost impact figures Note 1: This AD applies to each airplane Federal Aviation Administration discussed in AD rulemaking actions identified in the preceding applicability represent only the time necessary to provision, regardless of whether it has been 14 CFR Part 39 perform the specific actions actually otherwise modified, altered, or repaired in the area subject to the requirements of this [Docket No. 2000–NM–232–AD] required by the AD. These figures AD. For airplanes that have been modified, RIN 2120–AA64 typically do not include incidental altered, or repaired so that the performance costs, such as the time required to gain of the requirements of this AD is affected, the Airworthiness Directives; Boeing 767– access and close up, planning time, or owner/operator must request approval for an time necessitated by other alternative method of compliance in 300 Series Airplanes Modified by administrative actions. accordance with paragraph (c) of this AD. Supplemental Type Certificate The request should include an assessment of SA5765NM or SA5978NM Regulatory Impact the effect of the modification, alteration, or repair on the unsafe condition addressed by AGENCY: Federal Aviation The regulations proposed herein Administration, DOT. would not have a substantial direct this AD; and, if the unsafe condition has not ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking effect on the States, on the relationship been eliminated, the request should include specific proposed actions to address it. (NPRM). between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. SUMMARY: This document proposes the power and responsibilities among the To prevent the inability of flight crew to adoption of a new airworthiness various levels of government. Therefore, remove power from the in-flight directive (AD) that is applicable to all it is determined that this proposal entertainment (IFE) system when necessary; Boeing 767–300 series airplanes would not have federalism implications which, during a non-normal or emergency modified by supplemental type under Executive Order 13132. situation, could result in inability to control certificate (STC) SA5765NM or For the reasons discussed above, I smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or SA5978NM. This proposal would cabin; accomplish the following: certify that this proposed regulation (1) require removal of the in-flight is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ Removal of IFE System entertainment (IFE) system installed by under Executive Order 12866; (2) is not (a) Within 18 months after the effective those STC’s. This action is necessary to a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT date of this AD, remove the IFE system prevent the inability of the flight crew Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 installed by STC ST00054SE by a method to remove power from the IFE system FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) if approved by the Manager, Seattle Aircraft when necessary. Inability to remove promulgated, will not have a significant Certification Office (ACO), FAA. For a power from the IFE system during a economic impact, positive or negative, removal method to be approved by the non-normal or emergency situation Manager, Seattle ACO, as required by this on a substantial number of small entities could result in inability to control under the criteria of the Regulatory paragraph, the Manager’s approval letter must specifically reference this AD. smoke or fumes in the airplane flight Flexibility Act. A copy of the draft deck or cabin. This action is intended to regulatory evaluation prepared for this Spares address the identified unsafe condition. action is contained in the Rules Docket. (b) As of the effective date of this AD, no DATES: A copy of it may be obtained by Comments must be received by person may install an IFE system by STC April 16, 2001. contacting the Rules Docket at the ST00054SE on any airplane. location provided under the caption ADDRESSES: Submit comments in Alternative Methods of Compliance ADDRESSES. triplicate to the Federal Aviation (c) An alternative method of compliance or Administration (FAA), Transport List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 adjustment of the compliance time that Airplane Directorate, ANM–114, Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation provides an acceptable level of safety may be Attention: Rules Docket No. 2000–NM– safety, Safety. used if approved by the Manager, Seattle 232–AD, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., ACO. Operators shall submit their requests Renton, Washington 98055–4056. The Proposed Amendment through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add Comments may be inspected at this Accordingly, pursuant to the comments and then send it to the Manager, location between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 authority delegated to me by the Seattle ACO. p.m., Monday through Friday, except Administrator, the Federal Aviation Note 2: Information concerning the Federal holidays. Comments may be Administration proposes to amend part existence of approved alternative methods of submitted via fax to (425) 227–1232. 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations compliance with this AD, if any, may be Comments may also be sent via the (14 CFR part 39) as follows: obtained from the Seattle ACO. Internet using the following address: 9- [email protected]. Comments PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS Special Flight Permits sent via fax or the Internet must contain DIRECTIVES (d) Special flight permits may be issued in ‘‘Docket No. 2000–NM–232–AD’’ in the accordance with §§ 21.197 and 21.199 of the 1. The authority citation for part 39 subject line and need not be submitted Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 in triplicate. Comments sent via the continues to read as follows: and 21.199) to operate the airplane to a Internet as attached electronic files must Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. be formatted in Microsoft Word 97 for § 39.13 [Amended] Windows or ASCII text. 2. Section 39.13 is amended by Issued in Renton, Washington, on February FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: adding the following new airworthiness 23, 2001. Stephen S. Oshiro, Aerospace Engineer, directive: Donald L. Riggin, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM– Acting Manager, Transport Airplane McDonnell Douglas: Docket 2000–NM–231– 130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. AD. Office, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Applicability: Model DC–10–30 series [FR Doc. 01–4942 Filed 3–1–01; 8:45 am] Washington 98055–4056; telephone airplanes modified by supplemental type BILLING CODE 4910–13–P (425) 227–2793; fax (425) 227–1181.
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