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Final Documents/Your Two Cents—May 2016 This list includes Federal Register (FR) publications such as rules, Advisory Circulars (ACs), policy statements and related material of interest to ARSA members. The date shown is the date of FR publication or other official release. Proposals opened for public comment represent your chance to provide input on rules and policies that will affect you. Agencies must provide the public notice and an opportunity for comment before their rules or policies change. Your input matters. Comments should be received before the indicated due date; however, agencies often consider comments they receive before drafting of the final document begins.

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May 2, 2016 Articles FAA Air Traffic Report Low clouds are expected to delay flights around Boston (BOS), the New York area (EWR, JFK, LGA), Philadelphia (PHL), San Francisco (SFO) and the Washington, D.C., area (BWI, DCA, IAD) this morning. Thunderstorms and rain in North Texas (DAL, DFW) and Houston (HOU, IAH) could also slow traffic today. Rules

AD: Airbus Airplanes

Published 05/02/2016 Docket #: FAA-2015-2458 Effective date 06/06/2016

The FAA is adopting a new AD for all Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes.

This AD requires, for certain airplanes, repetitive replacements of the fixed fairing upper and lower

attachment studs of both left-hand (LH) and the right-hand (RH) MLG; and repetitive inspections for

corrosion, wear, fatigue cracking, and loose studs of each forward stud assembly of the fixed fairing

door upper and lower forward attachment of both LH and RH MLG; and replacement if necessary.

This AD also provides an optional terminating modification for the repetitive replacements of the

fixed fairing upper and lower attachment studs.



The FAA is adopting a new AD for all Airbus Model A318-111 and -112 airplanes; Model A319-111, -

112, -113, -114, and -115 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, and -214 airplanes; and Model A321-

111, -112, -211, -212, and -213 airplanes. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections of the

right and left forward engine mounts, and corrective action if necessary. These inspections are

required by AD 2015-05-02. This AD reduces the compliance times for those inspections.

AD: Airbus Helicopters (Previously Eurocopter France)


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The FAA is superseding AD 2014-12-51 for Airbus Helicopters (previously Eurocopter France) Model

EC130B4 and EC130T2 helicopters. AD 2014-12-51 required repetitively inspecting the tailboom to

Fenestron junction frame (junction frame) for a crack. This new AD retains the requirements of AD

2014-12-51, changes the applicability from helicopters with certain hours time-in-service (TIS) to

junction frames with certain hours TIS, and adds a compliance time for sling cycles to the junction

frame inspection interval. The actions of this AD are intended to detect a crack and to prevent

failure of the junction frame, which could result in loss of the Fenestron and subsequent loss of

control of the helicopter.

AD: Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series

100 & 440) airplanes. This AD requires replacement of incorrectly calibrated AOA transducers. We

are issuing this AD to detect and replace incorrectly calibrated AOA transducers; incorrect

calibration of the transducers could result in late activation of the stick pusher.

AD: Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes


The FAA is superseding AD 2014-17-51 for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B16 airplanes.

AD 2014-17-51 required inspecting the inboard flap fasteners of the hinge-box forward fitting at

Wing Station (WS) 76.50 and WS 127.25 to determine the orientation and condition of the

fasteners, as applicable, and replacement or repetitive inspections of the fasteners if necessary. AD

2014-17-51 also provided for optional terminating action for the requirements of that AD. This new

AD requires accomplishment of the previously optional terminating action.

AD: DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Gliders


The FAA is revising AD 2015-09-04 for DG Flugzeugbau GmbH Model DG-1000T gliders equipped

with a Solo Kleinmotoren Model 2350 C engine. This AD results from mandatory continuing

airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and

correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as

engine shaft failure and consequent propeller detachment. We are issuing this AD to require

actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.

AD: Dassault Aviation Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000, FALCON 2000EX,

MYSTERE-FALCON 900, and FALCON 900EX airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of a co-pilot

sliding aft on his seat during take-off at rotation. This AD requires replacement of certain springs

installed on the pilot and co-pilot seats.

AD: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Airplanes

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The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. Models MU-2B-30, MU-

2B-35, MU-2B-36, MU-2B-36A, and MU-2B-60 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing

airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and

correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as

reports of cracks found in the attach fittings of the main landing gear oleo strut. We are issuing this

AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on these products.

AD: Piper Aircraft, Inc. Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-31-350 airplanes. This AD

requires inspecting the fuel hose assembly and the turbocharger support assembly for proper

clearance between them, inspecting each assembly for any sign of damage, and making any

necessary repairs or replacements.

AD: The Boeing Company Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-200 and -300 series

airplanes. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the left side and right side forward

outer chords of the pivot bulkhead, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary.

This AD also provides a modification of the pivot bulkhead, which would terminate the repetitive

inspections.

Proposed Rule

NPRM AD: Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes

Published 05/02/2016 Docket #: FAA-2016-6148 Comments due 06/16/2016

The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400 series

airplanes. This proposed AD would require a general visual inspection for corrosion of the

thermostats' mounting surfaces and fuselage skin surface, corrective actions if necessary, and

relocating the existing thermostats.

NPRM: Proposed Amendment of Class D Airspace and Revocation of Class E Airspace; Columbus,

Ohio State University Airport, OH, and Amendment of Class E Airspace; Columbus, OH

Published 05/02/2016 Docket #: FAA-2015-1649

This action withdraws the NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 24, 2015, proposing to

amend Class D and Class E airspace and remove Class E airspace in the Columbus, OH, area. The

FAA has determined that withdrawal of that NPRM is warranted as a second NPRM for the same

airspace action was issued in July 2015.

May 3, 2016 Articles

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FAA Air Traffic Report Rain and thunderstorms continue this morning along the East Coast and across the Midwest, likely leading to delays for flights arriving into the New York area (JFK, LGA, EWR) and the Washington DC area (DCA, IAD, BWI). Flights to and from Florida and cities on the East Coast and Midwest will likely be re-routed around the weather, possibly causing some delays. Morning fog could slow traffic in Atlanta (ATL), Charlotte (CLT), Detroit (DTW) and San Francisco (SFO). FAA Proposes Policy Change to PFC Funding for Airport Rail Projects Today, the FAA issued a Federal Register Notice seeking public comment on proposed changes in the Passenger Facility Charge program. Currently, passenger facility charge (PFC) funds may support rail projects that are on airport property only if they are for the exclusive use of airport patrons and employees. The proposed change would expand the funding eligibility to include selected additional elements of airport rail projects meeting certain criteria, even if they are not solely for the exclusive use of airport patrons and employees. Rules

Final Rule: IFR Altitudes; Miscellaneous Amendments

Published 05/03/2016 Docket #: FAA-2016-10009

This amendment adopts miscellaneous amendments to the required IFR (instrument flight rules)

altitudes and changeover points for certain Federal airways, jet routes, or direct routes for which a

minimum or maximum en route authorized IFR altitude is prescribed. This regulatory action is

needed because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System. These changes are designed

to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace under instrument conditions in

the affected areas.

Proposed Rule

NPRM AD: Airbus Airplanes


The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Airbus Model A318, A319, and A320 series

airplanes; Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300 series airplanes; and Model A340-200, -300, -

500, and -600 series airplanes. This proposed AD would require modifying the fuel quantity

indicating system (FQIS) to prevent development of an ignition source inside the center fuel tank

due to electrical fault conditions. This proposed AD would also provide alternative actions for cargo

airplanes.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for all Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R

series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600

series airplanes), and Model A310 series airplanes. This proposed AD would require modifying the

fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent development of an ignition source inside the

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center fuel tank due to electrical fault conditions. This proposed AD would also provide alternative

actions for cargo airplanes.

NPRM AD: Dassault Aviation Airplanes


The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD 2008-19-08, for all Dassault Aviation Model Falcon 10

airplanes. AD 2008-19-08 currently requires repetitive replacement of the flexible hoses installed in

the wing (slat) anti-icing system with new hoses. Since we issued AD 2008-19-08, additional reports

were received of collapse of the flexible hoses installed in the slat anti-icing systems on airplanes

equipped with new, improved hoses. This proposed AD would require reducing the life limit of

these flexible hoses, which would reduce the repetitive replacement intervals.

NPRM AD: The Boeing Company Airplanes


The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C,

-800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This proposed AD would require modifying the fuel

quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent development of an ignition source inside the center

fuel tank due to electrical fault conditions. This proposed AD would also provide alternative actions

for cargo airplanes.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 747-400, 747-400D,

and 747-400F series airplanes. This proposed AD would require modifying the fuel quantity

indicating system (FQIS) to prevent development of an ignition source inside the center fuel tank

due to electrical fault conditions. This proposed AD would also provide alternative actions for cargo

airplanes.

NPRM AD: Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace for the Following Arkansas Towns;

Blytheville, AR; Brinkley, AR; Clarksville, AR; and DeQueen, AR


This action proposes to modify Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface

at Arkansas International Airport, Blytheville, AR; Blytheville Municipal Airport, Blytheville, AR;

Frank Federer Memorial Airport, Brinkley, AR; Clarksville Municipal Airport, Clarksville, AR; and J.

Lynn Helms Sevier County Airport, De Queen, AR.

NPRM: Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace for the Following Indiana Towns; Goshen, IN;

Greencastle, IN; Huntingburg, IN; North Vernon, IN; Rensselaer, IN; Tell City, IN; and Washington,

IN; and Revocation of Class E Airspace; Vincennes, IN

Published 05/03/2016 Document #: 2016-10177 Comments due 06/17/2016


at Vigil I. Grissom Municipal Airport, Bedford, IN; Goshen Municipal Airport, Goshen, IN; Putnam

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County Airport, Greencastle, IN; Huntingburg Airport, Huntingburg, IN; North Vernon Airport, North

Vernon, IN; Jasper County Airport, Rensselaer, IN; Perry County Municipal Airport, Tell City, IN; and

Daviess County Airport, Washington, IN.

NPRM: Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace for the Following Minnesota Towns;

Hutchinson, MN; Jackson, MN; Pipestone, MN; Two Harbors, MN; and Waseca, MN

Published 05/03/2016 Document #: FAA-2016-4271 Comments due 06/17/2016


at Hutchinson Municipal Airport-Butler Field, Hutchinson, MN; Jackson Municipal Airport, Jackson,

MN; Pipestone Municipal Airport, Pipestone, MN; Richard B. Helgeson Airport, Two Harbors, MN;

and Waseca Municipal Airport, Waseca, MN. Decommissioning of the non-directional radio beacon

(NDB), cancellation of NDB approaches, and implementation of area navigation (RNAV) procedures

have made this action necessary for the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)

operations at the above airports.

NPRM: Proposed Amendment of Class E Airspace for the following Michigan Towns; Alma, MI;

Bellaire, MI; Cadillac, MI; Drummond Island, MI; Gladwin, MI; Holland, MI; and Three Rivers, MI

Published 05/03/2016 Document #: FAA-2016-4629 Comments due 06/17/2016


at Gratiot Community Airport, Alma, MI; Antrim County Airport, Bellaire, MI; Wexford County

Airport, Cadillac, MI; Drummond Island Airport, Drummond Island, MI; Charles C. Zettel Memorial

Airport, Gladwin, MI; Park Township Airport and West Michigan Regional Airport, Holland, MI; and

Three Rivers Municipal Dr. Haines Airport, Three Rivers, MI.

NPRM: Proposed Revocation of Class E Airspace; Alliance, NE; and Amendment of Class E

Airspace for the Following Nebraska Towns; Albion, NE; Alliance, NE; Gothenburg, NE; Holdrege,

NE; Imperial, NE; Lexington, NE; and Millard Airport, Omaha, NE


This action proposes to remove Class E surface area airspace at Alliance Municipal Airport, Alliance,

NE; and modify Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Albion

Municipal Airport, Albion, NE; Alliance Municipal Airport, Alliance, NE; Quinn Field, Gothenburg, NE;

Brewster Field Airport, Holdrege, NE; Imperial Municipal Airport, Imperial, NE; Jim Kelly Field,

Lexington, NE; and Millard Airport, Omaha, NE.

Flight Standards Information Management System (FSIMS)

FSIMS: HA-420, Part 91 and Part 135

Issued 05/04/2016

Revision 0 of the Honda Aircraft Company HA-420 Master Minimum Equipment List.

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Notices

Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed

Approval of Information Collection: Application for Employment With the Federal Aviation

Administration


In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA invites public comments about our

intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew a currently

approved information collection. The information collected is used to evaluate the qualifications of

applicants for a variety of positions within the FAA.

Notice: Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Program: Eligibility of Ground Access Projects Meeting

Certain Criteria


The FAA proposes to amend its “Notice of Policy Regarding the Eligibility of Airport Ground Access

Transportation Projects for Funding Under the Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Program,” 1

regarding the requirements for PFC funding of on-airport, rail access projects.


Approval of Information Collection: Bird/Other Wildlife Strike Report



intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew a previously

approved information collection. Wildlife strike data are collected to develop standards and

monitor hazards to aviation.


Approval of Information Collection: Operations Specifications, Part 129 Application



intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew a previously

approved information collection. The FAA assesses the information collected and issues operations

specifications to foreign air carriers. These operations specifications assure the foreign air carrier's

ability to navigate and communicate safely within the U.S. National Airspace System.

Notice: Interim Guidance in the Preparation of FAA Form 7230-4

Published 05/02/2016 Document #: JO 7210.893 Effective date 06/06/2016

This notice amends FAA Order JO 7210.3, Facility Operation and Administration, to update

transition issues and extend and revise interim guidance on the preparation of FAA Form 7230-4,

Daily Record of Facility Operation. This notice continues to support a test and transition period for

procedures created in the development of new quality assurance, quality control, and occurrence

reporting processes and guidance.

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May 4, 2016 Articles FAA Air Traffic Report Thunderstorms off the Carolina coast, over Florida and the Gulf of Mexico likely will lead to delays from flights being rerouted around the severe weather. Cloud cover and some scattered showers may slow traffic in Boston (BOS), the New York area (EWR, JFK, LGA), Philadelphia (PHL), San Francisco (SFO) and the Washington, D.C., area (BWI, DCA, IAD) throughout the day today. FAA Administrator Makes Two Major Drone Announcements Speaking today at the AUVSI annual conference in New Orleans, FAA Administrator Michael Huerta announced the agency is establishing a broad-based advisory committee that will provide advice on key unmanned aircraft integration issues. He also announced plans to make it easier for students to fly unmanned aircraft (PDF) as part of their coursework. Rules



The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Airbus Model A320-214, -232, and -233 airplanes; and

Airbus Model A321-211 and -231 airplanes. This AD requires identification of the affected PSUs, and

depending on findings, doing applicable related investigative and corrective actions.



The FAA is superseding AD 2004-19-11 for certain Airbus Model A320 series airplanes. AD 2004-19-

11 required modification of the inner rear spar web of the wing, cold expansion of the attachment

holes of the forward pintle fitting and the actuating cylinder anchorage of the main landing gear

(MLG), repetitive ultrasonic inspections for cracking of the rear spar of the wing, and corrective

action if necessary. AD 2004-19-11 also provided optional terminating action for the repetitive

inspections. This new AD retains the requirements of AD 2004-19-11, and requires the previously

optional terminating action.

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The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 747-8 series airplanes. This

AD requires a detailed inspection for correct installation of the flex hose clamp of the occupant

backup air supply and a general visual inspection for damage of the flex hose, and related

investigative and corrective actions if necessary. The FAA is issuing this AD to detect and correct an

incorrect clamp installation on the inboard end of the flex hose, which allows the flex hose to

slowly become disconnected from the adjacent fiberglass duct, and damage to the hose. This

condition, in conjunction with a cargo fire event, can potentially lead to decreased airflow to the

main deck, possibly resulting in smoke and/or toxic fumes penetrating into the main deck

passenger compartment, which could result in injury to the passengers or cabin crew.



The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 717-200 airplanes. This AD

requires a detailed inspection for any distress of the vertical stabilizer leading edge skin, and

related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also requires, for certain airplanes,

repetitive detailed inspections of the spar cap for any loose and missing fasteners, repetitive eddy

current testing high frequency (ETHF) and radiographic testing (RT) inspections of the spar cap for

any crack, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary.

AD: Turbomeca S.A. Turboshaft Engines


The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Turbomeca S.A. Astazou XIV B and H turboshaft engines.

This AD requires a one-time inspection of the front surface of the 3rd stage turbine for a groove.

Final Rule: Amendment of Class D and Class E Airspace; Walla Walla, WA


This action modifies Class D airspace, Class E surface area airspace, Class E surface area airspace

designated as an extension, and Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface

at Walla Walla Regional Airport, Walla Walla, WA. After a review of the airspace, the FAA found it

necessary to amend the airspace areas for the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rules

(IFR) operations for arriving and departing aircraft at the airport. This action also updates the

geographic coordinates of Walla Walla Regional Airport in the respective Class D and E airspace

areas above.

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Proposed Rule



The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain The Boeing Model 767 airplanes. This proposed AD

would require modifying the fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent development of an

ignition source inside the center fuel tank due to electrical fault conditions. This proposed AD

would also provide optional actions for cargo airplanes.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 777 airplanes. This

proposed AD would require modifying the fuel quantity indicating system (FQIS) to prevent

development of an ignition source inside the center fuel tank due to electrical fault conditions. This

proposed AD would also provide alternative actions for cargo airplanes.

Legal Interpretations

Legal Interpretation: Educational Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)

Issued 05/04/2016 Regulation/Order #: section 336 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act

of2012 (FMRA)

This legal interpretation addresses the use of unmanned aircraft for hobby or recreational purposes

at educational institutions and community-sponsored events; and the student use of unmanned

aircraft in furtherance of receiving instruction at accredited educational institutions.

Special Conditions

SC: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model GVII-G500 Airplane, Technical Criteria for

Approving Side-Facing Seats


These special conditions are issued for the Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation (Gulfstream) Model

GVII-G500 airplane. This airplane will have a novel or unusual design feature associated with side-

facing seats. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate

safety standards for this design feature. These special conditions contain the additional safety

standards the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that

established by the existing airworthiness standards.

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May 6, 2016 Articles FAA Air Traffic Report Skies are clear east of the Rockies, except for parts of the East Coast, where cloud cover and rain could slow traffic in the New York area (EWR, JFK, LGA), Philadelphia (PHL) and the Washington, D.C., area (BWI, DCA, IAD). On the West Coast, low clouds and rain may delay flights in Los Angeles (LAX), San Diego (SAN) and San Francisco (SFO). Rules



The FAA is adopting a new AD for all Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes.

This AD was prompted by reports of airspeed indication discrepancies while flying at high altitudes

in inclement weather. This AD requires replacing certain pitot probes on the captain, first officer,

and standby sides with certain new pitot probes.



The FAA is superseding AD 2007-10-10 R1 for all Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R

series airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called Model A300-600

series airplanes). AD 2007-10-10 R1 required revising the Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of

the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness to incorporate new limitations for fuel tank systems.

This new AD requires revising the maintenance program or inspection program to incorporate

revised fuel maintenance and inspection tasks.

AD: Airbus Helicopters (Type Certificate Previously Held by Eurocopter France)


The FAA is superseding AD 2013-08-17 for Airbus Helicopters Model SA-365N, SA-365N1, AS-

365N2, AS 365 N3, and SA-366G1 helicopters. AD 2013-08-17 required initial and recurring

inspections of the 9-degree fuselage frame for a crack and repairing the frame if a crack exists. This

new AD modifies the compliance times and expands the inspection area of the 9-inch frame.



The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 787-8 and 787-9 airplanes.

This AD requires repetitive inspections of the bilge barriers located in the forward and aft cargo

compartments for disengaged decompression panels, and reinstalling any disengaged panels.

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Final Rule: Amendment of Class E Airspace; Ash Flat, AR


This action amends the airspace designation and airport name in Class E airspace by changing the

designation from Cherokee Village Airport, AR, to Ash Flat, AR; and changing the airport name from

Cherokee Village Airport to Sharp County Village Airport, Ash Flat, AR. These changes reflect the

current information in the FAAs aeronautical database.

Proposed Rule

NPRM: Proposed Establishment of Class E Airspace; Harvey, ND


This action proposes to establish Class E en route domestic airspace in the Harvey Municipal

Airport, Harvey, ND area, to facilitate vectoring of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) aircraft under

control of Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC). The FAA is proposing this action to

enhance the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations within the National Airspace System.

NPRM: Proposed Establishment of Class E Airspace; Linton, ND


This action proposes to establish Class E en route domestic airspace in the Linton Municipal Airport,

Linton, ND area, to facilitate vectoring of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) aircraft under control of

Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC). The FAA is proposing this action to enhance

the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations within the National Airspace System (NAS).

NPRM: Proposed Establishment of Class E Airspace; Platte, SD


This action proposes to establish Class E en route domestic airspace in the Platte Municipal Airport,

Platte, SD area, to facilitate vectoring of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) aircraft under control of

Minneapolis Air Route Traffic Control Center (ARTCC). The FAA is proposing this action to enhance

the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations within the National Airspace System (NAS).

NPRM: Proposed Establishment of Class E Airspace; Slaton, TX


This action proposes to establish Class E airspace at Slaton, TX. Controlled airspace is necessary to

accommodate new Standard Instrument Approach Procedures developed at Slaton Municipal

Airport, for the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations at the airport.

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Special Airworthiness Information Bulletins (SAIB)

SAIB: Inspections of the tailcone reinforcement for airplanes in “severe usage environments”

with floats or skis

Issued 05/04/2016 Document #: CE-16-16

This SAIB is to alert owners, operators, maintenance technicians, and inspectors of an airworthiness

concern, specifically the potential for cracks and corrosion in the stabilizer hinge brackets and

tailcone reinforcement brackets on Textron Aviation Inc. (Cessna) Models 180 and 185 airplanes

that are equipped with floats or skis. Airplanes equipped with floats or skis are identified as “severe

usage environments” in Cessna service manuals.

Notices

Notice: Opportunity to Comment on the Draft Advisory Circular 150/5360-14A, Access to Airports

by Individuals With Disabilities

Published 05/06/2016 Document #: FAA-4796 Comments due 06/06/2016

The FAA announces the availability of draft Advisory Circular, (AC) 150/5360-14A, Access to Airports

by Individuals with Disabilities, for public review. This AC will provide guidance and

recommendations for ensuring access to airports by individuals with disabilities. The draft AC

substantially revises and incorporates regulatory updates and recommendations for Service Animal

Relief Areas (SARA) at airports.

Notice: Opportunity to Comment on the Draft Advisory Circular 150/5360-14A, Access to Airports

by Individuals With Disabilities

Published 05/04/2016 Document #: JO 6480.85

This document's content can only be accessed from within the FAA network.

Notice: Guidance for DASI External Vent Port Location and Station Elevation Setting

Published 05/05/2016 Document #: JO 6560.107

This document's content can only be accessed from within the FAA network.

Meeting: 2016 Meetings of the Equip 2020 Plenary and Working Groups

Meeting date 06/22/2016; 09/14/2016; 12/13/2016 Meeting time 8:30am Time zone (EST/etc.)

This notice announces the 2016 meetings of the Equip 2020 Plenary and Working Groups. Equip

2020 is a joint FAA and Industry group tasked with moving forward significantly on ADS-B Out

implementation. Formed as a result of the Call to Action held October 28, 2014, Equip 2020 was

given 32 tasks, reflecting barriers to implementation, which forms the basis of our agendas and

discussions.

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May 9, 2016 Articles FAA Air Traffic Report Thunderstorms in the central part of the country could slow arrivals into North Texas (DFW, DAL) and increase travel time for cross-country flights as aircraft detour around the weather. Gusty winds could lead to delays in the Northeast, while cloud cover may slow flights into San Francisco (SFO). Rules



The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain Airbus Model A330-200, -200 Freighter, and -300

series airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes. This AD requires removing

fasteners, doing a rototest inspection of fastener holes, installing new fasteners, oversizing the

holes and doing rototest inspections for cracks if necessary, and repairing any cracking that is

found.



The FAA is adopting a new AD for certain The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500

series airplanes. This AD also provides an optional preventive modification, which terminates

the repetitive inspections at the modified location.

Proposed Rule



The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for all Airbus Model A330-200 Freighter, -200, and -300

series airplanes; and Airbus Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. This

proposed AD would require an inspection of the fuel pumps to identify their part numbers and

replacement of affected pumps.

May 10, 2016 Press Release FAA Air Traffic Report Thunderstorms moving eastward across the Midwest could lead to some delays as flights are diverted around a line of severe weather that spawned tornadoes and large hail yesterday. Additional storm cells will slow traffic in the high-altitude airspace around Atlanta, Jacksonville, Indianapolis, Memphis and Cleveland. Low clouds in Chicago (MDW, ORD) and San Francisco (SFO) may contribute to delays in those cities today.

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Proposed Rule

NPRM AD: General Electric Company Turbofan Engines


The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all General Electric Company (GE)

GEnx-1B64/P2, -1B67/P2, -1B70/P2, -1B70C/P2, -1B70/75/P2, and -1B74/75/P2 turbofan engines

with engine assembly, part number (P/N) 2447M10G01 or P/N 2447M10G02, installed. This

proposed AD was prompted by a report of a significant fan rub event. This proposed AD would

require rework of the engine fan stator module assembly.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model

737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of

intergranular cracks on the front spar chord lugs of the outboard horizontal stabilizer. This

proposed AD would require repetitive inspections of the front spar chord lugs and lug bores of the

horizontal stabilizer, and repair if necessary.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model

DC-10-10 and DC-10-10F airplanes, Model DC-10-15 airplanes, Model DC-10-30 and DC-10-30F (KC-

10A and KDC-10) airplanes, Model DC-10-40 and DC-10-40F airplanes, Model MD-10-10F and MD-

10-30F airplanes, and Model MD-11 and MD-11F airplanes.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model

CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes. This proposed AD would require a revision

of the airplane flight manual (AFM) emergency procedures section to provide procedures to guide

the crew on how to stabilize the airplane airspeed and attitude for continued safe flight when a loss

of all air data information has occurred in the flight deck.



The FAA proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet

Series 700, 701, & 702) airplanes. This proposed AD would require a revision of the airplane flight

manual (AFM) emergency procedures section to provide procedures to guide the crew on how to

stabilize the airplane airspeed and attitude for continued safe flight when a loss of all air data

information has occurred in the flight deck.

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NPRM AD: Bell Helicopter Textron Helicopters


The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bell Helicopter Textron

(Bell) Model 430 helicopters. This proposed AD would require establishing a life limit for a certain

main rotor hub attachment bolt (bolt) and removing from service each bolt that has met or

exceeded its life limit. The proposed actions are intended to establish a life limit for a certain part-

numbered bolt to prevent failure of a bolt, failure of a main rotor hub, and subsequent loss of

control of a helicopter.

Notices


Approval of Information Collection: Application for Employment With the Federal Aviation

Administration

Published 05/10/2016 Document #: 2016-10976 Comments due: 07/11/2016


intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for a new information

collection. The information collected is used to collect, process and report Unmanned Aircraft

System (UAS) airborne and ground based observations by the public of drone behavior that they

consider suspicious or illegal.


Approval of Information Collection: Small Unmanned Aircraft Registration System (sUAS)

Published 05/10/2016 Document #: 2016-10978 Comments due: 06/09/2016


intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an

information collection. Aircraft registration is necessary to ensure personal accountability among all

users of the national airspace system. Aircraft registration also allows the FAA and law enforcement

agencies to address non-compliance by providing the means by which to identify an aircraft's

owner and operator.

Notice: Noise Exposure Map Notice for Harrisburg International Airport, Middletown,

Pennsylvania

Published 05/10/2016 Document #: 2016-10979

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces its determination that the noise exposure

maps submitted by the Susquehanna Regional Airport Authority for Harrisburg International Airport

under the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 47501 et seq. (Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act) and 14

CFR part 150 are in compliance with applicable requirements.

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Notice: Noise Exposure Map Notice; Receipt of Noise Compatibility Program and Request for

Review Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Boise, ID

Published 05/10/2016 Document #: 2016-10981

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces its determination that the noise exposure

maps submitted by the City of Boise, ID for the Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field), Boise, Idaho under

the provisions of 40 U.S.C 47501 et seq. (Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act) and 14 CFR 150

are in compliance with applicable requirements.

Notice: Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Program: Eligibility of Ground Access Projects Meeting

Certain Criteria; Correction

Issued 05/10/2016 Docket #: FAA-2016-6596 Comments due 06/02/2016

This action corrects the notice of proposed policy published on May 3, 2016. In that document, the

FAA solicited comments on a proposal to amend its “Notice of Policy Regarding the Eligibility of

Airport Ground Access Transportation Projects for Funding Under the Passenger Facility Charge

(PFC) Program,” 1 regarding the requirements for PFC funding of on-airport, rail access projects.

This document corrects errors in the docket number and contact information.

Notice: Waivers of Ship Protection Probability of Impact Requirement

Issued 05/10/2016 Document #: 2016-09685

This notice concerns two petitions for waiver submitted to the FAA by Space Exploration

Technologies Corp. (SpaceX): A petition to waive the requirement that a waiver request be

submitted at least 60 days before the effective date of the waiver unless good cause for later

submission is shown in the petition; and a petition to waive the requirements that exclude persons

in waterborne vessels from the collective risk criteria and limit the probability of impact on

waterborne vessels to 1 × 10 −5.

Notice: CHANGE TO FAA ORDER JO 7360.1, APPENDIX A, APPENDIX B, AND APPENDIX C,

AIRCRAFT TYPE DESIGNATORS

Issued 05/09/2016 Document #: JO 7360.1A

REVISE LAHSO GROUP NUMBERS TO THE FOLLOWING AIRCRAFT: GULFSTREAM, ROCKWELL, NORTH

AMERICAN ROCKWELL –TURBO COMMANDER (ALL MODELS) AC90: LAHSO GROUP 4 LEARJET 45

LJ45: LAHSO GROUP 6

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May 11, 2016 Press Releases FAA Air Traffic Report

Foggy conditions and thunderstorms will likely result in flight delays from central Missouri to Minnesota today. Delays from low visibility are possible in Chicago (MDW, ORD), Minneapolis (MSP) and St. Louis (STL). Cross-country flights may need to be routed around the weather systems, resulting in delays. Stormy weather across the Appalachians is expected to intensify this afternoon and could reroute flights in the high-altitude airspace around Cleveland, Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. The D.C.-area airports (BWI, DCA, IAD) and Philadelphia (PHL) may experience delays due to low clouds this morning, with rain showers and possible thunderstorms developing later in the evening. Cloud cover is expected to slow flights this morning in San Francisco (SFO). Rules

Final Rule: Viking Air Limited Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Viking Air Limited Model DHC-3

airplanes that are modified with the Baron Short Take Off and Landing (STOL) kit (Supplemental

Type Certificate SA94-114 or SA 00287NY). This AD results from mandatory continuing

airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify

and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as

a center of gravity that is too far aft contributing to a stall during takeoff and loss of control during

other phases of flight. We are issuing this AD to require actions to address the unsafe condition on

these products.

Final Rule: M7 Aerospace LLC Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all M7 Aerospace LLC Models SA226-AT,

SA226-T, SA226-T(B), SA226-TC, SA227-AC (C-26A), SA227-AT, SA227-BC (C-26A), SA227-CC, SA227-

DC (C-26B), and SA227-TT airplanes. We received reports of failed elevator control rod ends due to

corrosion and lack of lubrication. This AD requires initial and repetitive inspections and lubrication

of the elevator control rod ends and bearings with replacement as necessary. We are issuing this

AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products.

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Final Rule: The Boeing Company Airplanes


The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company Model 777-

200 and -300 series airplanes equipped with Rolls-Royce Trent 800 series engines. This AD was

prompted by reports of heat damage to the strut aft fairing heat shield primary seal, as well as heat

and wear damage to the heat shield insulation blankets. This AD requires repetitive inspections for

cracks and heat damage to the strut aft fairing lower spar web structure (a flammable fluid zone

barrier), for wear to the heat shield primary seal, and, as applicable, for heat and wear damage to

heat shield insulation blankets; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This

AD also provides optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections.

Final Rule: Establishment of Class E Airspace; Beach, ND


This action establishes Class E airspace extending upward from 700 feet above the surface at Beach

Airport, Beach, ND, to accommodate new Standard Instrument Approach Procedures for the safety

and management of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations at the airport.

Proposed Rules



The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus Model A318-112

airplanes, A319-111, -112, -115, -132, and -133 airplanes, A320-214, -232, and -233 airplanes, and

A321-211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This proposed AD would require a one-time eddy

current conductivity measurement of certain cabin, cargo compartment, and frame structural parts

to determine if aluminum alloy with inadequate heat treatment was used, and replacement if

necessary.

NPRM: Airbus Airplanes


The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2015-05-02, for certain Airbus Model

A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. AD 2015-05-02 requires revising the maintenance or

inspection program to incorporate new, more restrictive airworthiness limitations. Since we issued

AD 2015-05-02, an evaluation by the design approval holder (DAH) indicates that principal

structural elements and certain life limited parts are subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD).

This proposed AD would require revising the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to

incorporate new or revised structural inspection requirements.

NPRM: Rosemount Aerospace, Inc. Pitot Probes

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The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Rosemount Aerospace Model

851AK pitot probes that were repaired by CSI Aerospace, Inc. that are installed on airplanes. This

proposed AD was prompted by a report that certain pitot probes are indicating the wrong airspeed

during flight in icing conditions. This proposed AD would require inspecting the airplane to

determine the number of affected pitot probes installed and replacing the affected pitot probes.

We are proposing this AD to correct the unsafe condition on these products.

NPRM: The Boeing Company


The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2007-11-13, which applies to all The

Boeing Company Model 717-200 airplanes. AD 2007-11-13 currently requires revising the

Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness to

incorporate new removal limits for certain components of the flap system and to reduce the

inspection interval s for fatigue cracking of principal structural elements (PSE). Since we issued AD

2007-11-13, a new Airworthiness Limitations Instructions (ALI) revision was released that

incorporates nondestructive inspection (NDI) techniques and reduced repetitive inspection

intervals for three PSEs.

NPRM: The Boeing Company Airplanes


The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain The Boeing Company

Model 787-8 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports indicating that certain wing

side-of-body stringer fittings have been installed with faying surface mismatch beyond the allowed

machining tolerance. This proposed AD would require inspection of certain stringer fittings for

faying surface mismatch common to the side-of-body rib chord, replacement if necessary, and

replacement of the clearance fit fasteners common to the side-of-body fittings and upper side-of-

body rib chord with tapered sleeve bolts. We are proposing this AD to prevent an unacceptable

reduction of the fatigue life in the upper side-of-body rib chord. Associated fatigue cracks can

reduce the structural capability to a point where it cannot sustain limit load, which could adversely

affect the structural integrity of the airplane.

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NPRM: The Boeing Company Airplanes


The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005-13-30, which applies to all

Boeing Model 737-100, -200, and -200C series airplanes. AD 2005-13-30 currently requires

repetitive inspections to detect discrepancies of certain fuselage skin panels located just aft of the

wheel well, and repair if necessary. Since we issued AD 2005-13-30, an evaluation by the design

approval holder (DAH) indicates that the fuselage skin is subject to widespread fatigue damage

(WFD), and we have received reports of cracks at the chem-milled steps in the fuselage skin. This

proposed AD would add new fuselage skin inspections for cracking, inspections to detect missing or

loose fasteners and any disbonding or cracking of bonded doublers, permanent repairs of time-

limited repairs, related investigative and corrective actions if necessary, and skin panel

replacement.

Notices

Notice: Public Notice for a Change in Use of Aeronautical Property and Long-Term Lease Approval

at Harrisburg International Airport (MDT), Middletown, PA


The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is requesting public comment on the Susquehanna Area

Regional Airport Authority's (SARAA) request to change 7.18 acres of airport property from

aeronautical use to non-aeronautical use. The acreage in question is subject to the Provisions of the

Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949, and the Surplus Property Act of 1944 as

amended. In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 47151(d), 47153(c), and 47107(h), this notice is required to

be published in the Federal Register 30 days before waiving the condition that such land be used

for aeronautical purposes.

Notice: Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Drone Surveys and Reports


The petitioner is seeking relief from the requirements and limitations specified in exemption no.

10686, which stipulates that doors installed across the main aisle must open and close in a

transverse direction. The petitioner seeks to install curved partition doors in Boeing Model 747-8

airplanes designated as private use, not for hire, not for common carriage.

Notice: Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; BNSF Railway Company

Published 05/31/2016 Docket/Doc PE:2016-62 Comments due 5/31/2016

The petitioner is requesting to amend Exemption No. 11206 to allow changes to Condition and

Limitations #5 and #6 (to allow operations within VLOS of either the PIC or the VO), #16 (to allow

the PIC to possess an airline transport, commercial, private, recreational, or pilot certificate, as well

as a current FAA airmen medical certificate or a valid U.S. driver's license), #18 (to allow operations

at night), #20 (to allow operations during inclement weather and operations of UAS in Class G

airspace applying the VFR limits in 14CFR 91.155), #29 (to allow operations from a moving vehicle),

and #31 (to allow operations within 500 feet from non-participating vehicles).

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Notice: Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Drone Consultants LLC

Published 05/11/2016 Docket/Doc PE:2016-63 Comments due 05/31/2016

The petitioner is requesting relief for the following: 1. Commercially Operate the DJI F550, DJI S-

800, DJIS-900 and DJI Phantom 3 for the aerial photography/videography/inspection, and

conducting sUAS operator training, qualification and demonstrations. 2. Night operations of DJI

Phantom 3 under VFR conditions up to 200 feet AGL without having to request permission to fly

each time from the FAA FSDO closest to the proposed area of operations.

Notice: Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; Jackie E. Watson

Published 05/31/16 Docket/Doc PE: 2016-57 Comments due 05/31/2016

Petitioner seeks to amend Exemption No. 12077 for relief from Condition and Limitation #13

regarding Pilot in Command requirements to operate an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) for aerial

data collection.

Notice: Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received


The petitioner seeks relief from the requirements and limitations specified in exemption no. 10686,

which stipulates that doors installed across the main aisle must open and close in a transverse

direction. The petitioner seeks to install curved partition doors in Boeing Model 747-8 airplanes

designated as private use, not for hire, not for common carriage.

Notice: Petition for Exemption; Summary of Petition Received; The Boeing Company


The Boeing Company has requested an exemption from 14 CFR 25.810(c) for certain new

production Model 737 series airplanes that will be delivered to completion centers for interior

modification and exterior painting.

Notice: Submission Deadline for Schedule Information for Chicago O'Hare International Airport,

John F. Kennedy International Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Newark Liberty

International Airport, and San Francisco International Airport for the Winter 2016 Scheduling

Season


The FAA announces the submission deadline of May 19, 2016, for winter 2016 flight schedules at

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Los

Angeles International Airport (LAX), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), and San Francisco

International Airport (SFO) in accordance with the International Air Transport Association (IATA)

Worldwide Slot Guidelines (WSG) and FAA airport level designations. The deadline coincides with

the schedule submission deadline for the IATA Slot Conference for the winter 2016 scheduling

season.

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Notice: Notice of Intent To Rule on a Release Request for a Change in Designation of On-Airport

Surplus Property From Aeronautical to Non-Aeronautical Use at the Harrisburg International

Airport (MDT), Middletown, PA

Published 05/11/2016 Docket/Doc #:2016-11117 Comments due 06/10/2016

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is requesting public comment on the Susquehanna Area

Regional Airport Authority's (SARAA) request to change 11.398 acres of airport property from

aeronautical use to non-aeronautical use. The acreage in question is subject to the Provisions of the

Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949, and the Surplus Property Act of 1944 as

amended. In accordance with 49 U.S.C. 47151(d), 47153(c), and 47107(h), this notice is required to

be published in the Federal Register for 30 days before waiving the condition that such land be

used for aeronautical purposes. The purpose of the release request is to enable SARAA to generate

revenue from this property by taking action including, but not limited to, entering into a long-term

lease with Shaner Hotel Holdings for the purpose of constructing and operating a four (4) story

hotel consisting of 120 guest rooms, a meeting center and restaurant.

Flight Standards Information Management System (FSIMS)

FSIMS: Airbus A-350-900

Issued 05/12/2016

Revision 0 of the Airbus A350-900 Master Minimum Equipment List.

May 12, 2016

Press releases Press Release – FAA Proposes $162,500 Civil Penalty Against Airbus Defence and Space for Alleged HazMat Violations The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes a $162,500 civil penalty against Airbus Defence and Space of Madrid, Spain, for allegedly violating the Hazardous Materials Regulations.

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FAA Regulations FAA Proposed Rules

NPRM AD: ATR-GIE Avions de Transport Régional Airplanes

Published

05/12/2016

Docket #: FAA-2016-0077 Comments due 06/27/2016

We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) for certain ATR—GIE Avions de

Transport Régional Model ATR42-500 and Model ATR72-212A airplanes. The NPRM proposed to

require measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and certain overhead

stowage compartment fittings; removing certain fittings from the overhead stowage compartments

and measuring the gap between the Type III Emergency Exit doors and the overhead stowage

compartment hooks, if necessary; and re-installing or repairing, as applicable, the Type III

Emergency Exit doors. The NPRM was prompted by a report indicating that interference occurred

between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the surrounding passenger cabin furnishing during a

production check. This action revises the NPRM by adding new proposed requirements for

modifying the overhead stowage compartments. We are proposing this supplemental NPRM

(SNPRM) to prevent interference between a Type III Emergency Exit door and the overhead

stowage compartment fitting installed on the rail; which could result in obstructed opening of a

Type III Emergency Exit door during an emergency evacuation. Since these actions impose an

additional burden over those proposed in the NPRM, we are reopening the comment period to

allow the public the chance to comment on these proposed changes.


Published

05/12/2016


We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-19-04, which applies to certain The

Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes. AD 2013-19-04

currently requires repetitive detailed and high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for

cracking of the skin around the eight fasteners common to the ends of the station (STA) 540

bulkhead chords between stringers S-22 and S-23, left and right sides; related investigative actions

and corrective actions, if necessary; and provides an optional terminating modification. Since we

issued AD 2013-19-04, we have received reports of additional cracks that are larger and initiated

sooner than previously predicted. This proposed AD would reduce the inspection threshold and

repetitive inspection intervals. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking in

the fuselage skin around the eight fasteners securing the STA 540 bulkhead chords. Such cracking

can result in rapid decompression of the cabin.

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Published

05/12/2016


We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2006-20-11, which applies to certain The

Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -200PF series airplanes. AD 2006-20-11 currently

requires initial and repetitive detailed or high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for cracks

around the rivets at the upper fastener row of the skin lap splice of the fuselage, and repairing any

crack found. Since we issued AD 2006-20-11, an evaluation done by the design approval holder

(DAH) indicated that the fuselage skin lap splice is subject to widespread fatigue damage (WFD).

This proposed AD would no longer allow the detailed inspections and would instead require

repetitive external HFEC inspections for cracking of the skin lap splices of the fuselage, and repair if

necessary. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking at certain skin lap splice

locations of the fuselage, which could result in reduced structural integrity and rapid

decompression of the airplane.

NPRM: Aviation Training Devices; Pilot Certification, Training, and Pilot Schools; and Other

Provisions

Published

05/12/2016


This rulemaking would relieve burdens on pilots seeking to obtain aeronautical experience, training,

and certification by increasing the allowed use of aviation training devices. These training devices

have proven to be an effective, safe, and affordable means of obtaining pilot experience. This

rulemaking also would address changing technologies by accommodating the use of technically

advanced airplanes as an alternative to the use of older complex single engine airplanes for the

commercial pilot training and testing requirements. Additionally, this rulemaking would broaden

the opportunities for military instructors to obtain civilian ratings based on military experience,

would expand opportunities for logging pilot time, and would remove a burden from sport pilot

instructors by permitting them to serve as safety pilots. Finally, this rulemaking would include

changes to some of the provisions established in an August 2009 final rule. These actions are

necessary to bring the regulations in line with current needs and activities of the general aviation

training community and pilots.

FAA Guidance Documents and Notices FAA Final Policies

Final Policy: Deviation to FAA Order 8120.22A Production Approval Procedures

Issued M/D/YYYY Policy #: AIR100_16-110-DM10

This memorandum authorizes a deviation to Order 8120.22A, Production Approval Procedures,

paragraph 4-6(f) and Figure 4-4 which lists information to be included in a Parts Manufacturer

Approval (PMA) Assist Letter. The Aircraft Certification Service (AIR) has been asked to clarify what

is the minimum information required in a PMA Assist Letter.

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Notices

Notice: Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee-New Task

Published

05/12/2016

Document #: 2016-11104

The FAA has assigned the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC) a new task to provide

recommendations regarding the certification of persons engaged in operations involving the

loading of special cargo. Assignment of this task is in response to National Transportation Safety

Board Recommendation A-15-014 which recommended that the FAA create a certification for

personnel responsible for the loading, restraint, and documentation of special cargo loads on

transport-category airplanes. This notice informs the public of the new ARAC activity and solicits

membership for the new Loadmaster Certification Working Group.

May 13, 2016 FAA Proposed Rules

NPRM AD: Fokker Services B.V. Airplanes


The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Fokker Services B.V. Model

F28 Mark 0070 and 0100 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by an aileron-wing flutter

analysis finding that when a hydraulic aileron actuator is not powered, while at least one aileron

flutter damper is inoperative (latent failure), the maximum speed currently defined in the airplane

flight manual (AFM) is insufficient to meet the required safety margin. This proposed AD would

require revising the AFM to include procedures to follow in the event of a hydraulic system failure

and abnormal flight control behavior. We are proposing this AD to ensure that the flightcrew has

procedures to follow in the event of a hydraulic system failure and abnormal flight control

behavior. If not corrected, this condition could lead to aileron flutter and possible reduced control

of the airplane.

NPRM AD: Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics (Type Certificate Previously Held by Saab AB, Saab

Aerosystems) Airplanes


The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Saab AB, Saab

Aeronautics Model SAAB 2000 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a report that on some

airplanes, during the paint removal process for repainting the airplane, the basic corrosion

protection (anodizing and primer) coating was sanded down to bare metal on the aluminum skin

panels and the bare metal might not have been treated correctly for corrosion prevention. This

proposed AD would require an inspection of structural components of the airplane for any

damaged protective coating; inspections of those areas for pitting corrosion, if necessary; a

thickness measurement to determine if there is reduced skin thickness, if necessary; and repair, if

necessary. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct damaged protective coatings. This

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condition could result in pitting corrosion damage; and reduced metal thickness, which could result

in re