[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 142 (Thursday, July 23, 2020)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 44462-44464]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2020-15819]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2020-0334; Product Identifier 2020-NM-014-AD; Amendment
39-21165; AD 2020-15-02]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace LP Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Gulfstream G280 airplanes. This
AD was prompted by a report of inadequate clearance between the fuel
probes and forward fuel tank structure. This AD requires measuring the
clearance between certain fuel probes and the forward fuel tank
structure, and reinstalling the probes if necessary, as specified in a
Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) AD, which is incorporated by
reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective August 27, 2020.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of August 27,
2020.
ADDRESSES: For the material incorporated by reference (IBR) in this AD,
contact the CAAI, P.O. Box 1101, Golan Street, Airport City, 70100,
Israel; telephone 972-3-9774665; fax 972-3-9774592; email
[email protected]. You may find this IBR material on the CAA website at
www.caa.gov.il. You may view this IBR material at the FAA,
Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South
216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available in the AD
docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0334.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-
0334; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains
this final rule, any comments received, and other information. The
address for Docket Operations is 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: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3226;
email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The CAAI, which is the aviation authority for Israel, has issued
Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5, dated October 10, 2019 (``Israeli AD ISR-
I-53-19-10-5'') (also referred to as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe
condition for certain Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Gulfstream G280
airplanes.
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR
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part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Gulfstream
Aerospace LP Model Gulfstream G280 airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on April 27, 2020 (85 FR 23259). The NPRM was prompted
by a report of inadequate clearance between the fuel probes and forward
fuel tank structure. The NPRM proposed to require measuring the
clearance between certain fuel probes and the forward fuel tank
structure, and reinstalling the probes if necessary, as specified in a
CAAI AD.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address inadequate clearance between
the fuel probes and forward fuel tank structure, which could result in
a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank, possible fire, and
consequent reduced structural integrity of the airplane. See the MCAI
for additional background information.
Comments
The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in
developing this final rule. The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
The FAA reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety
and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed,
except for minor editorial changes. The FAA has determined that these
minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
Related IBR Material Under 1 CFR Part 51
Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5 describes procedures for checking the
clearance between forward fuel probe No. 1 and aft fuel probe No. 3 and
the forward fuel tank structure, by measuring each fuel probe's
distance to the adjacent skin, and adjusting the clearance, including
reinstallation of the fuel probes at the correct distance if necessary.
This material 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.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD affects 80 airplanes of U.S.
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
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Up to 20 work-hours x $85 per hour = Up $0 Up to $1,700.............. Up to $136,000.
to $1,700.
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According to the manufacturer, some or all of the costs of this AD
may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on
affected individuals. The FAA does not control warranty coverage for
affected individuals. As a result, the FAA has included all known costs
in the cost estimate.
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.
The FAA is 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
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) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, 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.
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 adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2020-15-02 Gulfstream Aerospace LP: Amendment 39-21165; Docket No.
FAA-2020-0334; Product Identifier 2020-NM-014-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective August 27, 2020.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to certain Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model
Gulfstream G280 airplanes, certificated in any category, as
identified in Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) AD ISR-I-53-
19-10-5, dated October 10, 2019 (``Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5'').
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of inadequate clearance between
the fuel probes and forward fuel tank structure. The FAA is issuing
this AD to address such inadequate clearance, which could result in
a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank, possible fire, and
consequent reduced structural integrity of the airplane.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Requirements
Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all
required actions and compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5.
(h) Exceptions and Clarifications to Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5
(1) Where Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5 refers to its effective
date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
(2) Where Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5 requires operators to
``check . . . clearance between fuel probes and forward fuel tank
structure,'' this AD requires measuring the specified probes'
distance to the adjacent skin.
(3) Where Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5 requires operators to
``adjust clearance'' for the corrective action, this AD requires
reinstallation of the probe at the correct distance.
(4) Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5 requires compliance ``at the
next suitable planned maintenance inspection within the next 36
months.'' This AD requires compliance within 36 months after the
effective date of this AD.
(5) The rework (reinstallation of the fuel probes at the correct
distance) required for inadequate clearance must be done before
further flight after the measurement.
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, 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 Section, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (j) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: [email protected]. 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.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, Large Aircraft
Section, International Validation Branch, FAA; or the CAAI; or
CAAI's authorized Designee. If approved by the CAAI Designee, the
approval must include the Designee's authorized signature.
(j) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez,
Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone
and fax 206-231-3226; email [email protected].
(k) 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 this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) The Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) AD ISR-I-53-
19-10-5, dated October 10, 2019.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For information about Israeli AD ISR-I-53-19-10-5, contact
the CAAI, P.O. Box 1101, Golan Street, Airport City, 70100, Israel;
telephone 972-3-9774665; fax 972-3-9774592; email [email protected].
You may find this IBR material on the CAAI website at
www.caa.gov.il.
(4) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St.,
Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material
at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. This material may be found in the AD
docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0334.
(5) You may view this material that is incorporated by reference
at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this material at NARA, email
[email protected], or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued on July 7, 2020.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2020-15819 Filed 7-22-20; 8:45 am]
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