Rule2021-26394
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
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Published
December 6, 2021
Effective
January 10, 2022
Issuing agencies
Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Airbus SAS Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and - 233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that during re- engineering of galley G5, a 9G forward full scale qualification test was performed, and the door of the waste compartment opened before the required load was reached. This AD requires modifying the waste compartment door of each affected galley, as specified in a European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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[Federal Register Volume 86, Number 231 (Monday, December 6, 2021)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 68894-68896]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2021-26394]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2021-0722; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-00329-T;
Amendment 39-21813; AD 2021-23-15]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus SAS Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Airbus SAS Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132,
and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -216, -231, -232, and -
233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231,
and -232 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that during re-
engineering of galley G5, a 9G forward full scale qualification test
was performed, and the door of the waste compartment opened before the
required load was reached. This AD requires modifying the waste
compartment door of each affected galley, as specified in a European
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) 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 January 10, 2022.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 10,
2022.
ADDRESSES: For material incorporated by reference (IBR) in this AD,
contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone
+49 221 8999 000; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#e1a0a592a184809280cf8494938e9180cf8494"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="49080d3a092c283a28672c3c3b263928672c3c">[email protected]</span></a>; internet
www.easa.europa.eu. You may find this IBR material on the EASA website
at <a href="https://ad.easa.europa.eu">https://ad.easa.europa.eu</a>. 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 <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-0722.
For Zodiac Galleys Europe and Safran service information identified
in this AD, contact Safran Cabin CZ s.r.o., Univerzitni 1119/34, 301 00
Plzen, Czech Republic; telephone: +420 377
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664 111; internet <a href="https://www.safran-group.com/companies/safran-cabin">https://www.safran-group.com/companies/safran-cabin</a>.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket at <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-0722; 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, the
mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI), 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: Sanjay Ralhan, Aerospace Engineer,
Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3223;
email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a7d4c6c9cdc6de89d5c6cbcfc6c9e7c1c6c689c0c8d1"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c5b6a4abafa4bcebb7a4a9ada4ab85a3a4a4eba2aab3">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
EASA, which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the
European Union, has issued EASA AD 2018-0255, dated November 27, 2018
(EASA AD 2018-0255) (also referred to as the MCAI), to correct an
unsafe condition for certain Airbus SAS Model A319-111, -112, -113, -
114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214,
-215, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -
131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes. Model A320-215
airplanes are not certificated by the FAA and are not included on the
U.S. type certificate data sheet; this AD therefore does not include
those airplanes in the applicability.
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Airbus SAS
Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114, -115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes;
Model A320-211, -212, -214, -215, -216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes;
and Model A321-111, -112, -131, -211, -212, -213, -231, and -232
airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on September 1,
2021 (86 FR 48919). The NPRM was prompted by a report that during re-
engineering of galley G5, a 9G forward full scale qualification test
was performed, and the door of the waste compartment opened before the
required load was reached. The NPRM proposed to require modifying the
waste compartment door of each affected galley, as specified in EASA AD
2018-0255.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address failure of the galley door
and release of trolleys during a rejected take-off or an emergency
landing, which could result in injury to occupants. See the MCAI for
additional background information.
Discussion of Final Airworthiness Directive
Comments
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
requires adopting this AD as proposed. Except for minor editorial
changes, this AD is adopted as proposed in the NPRM. None of the
changes will increase the economic burden on any operator. Accordingly,
the FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these
products.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
EASA AD 2018-0255 describes procedures for modifying the waste
compartment door of each affected galley. The modification includes
installing a door catch bracket and a new striker.
Safran has issued Zodiac Galleys Europe Service Bulletin 213510-25-
001, Revision B, dated January 28, 2018; Zodiac Galleys Europe Service
Bulletin 213510-25-001, Revision C, dated May 24, 2018; and Safran
Service Bulletin 213510-25-001, Revision D, dated August 15, 2019. This
service information describes procedures for modifying the waste
compartment door of each affected galley by installing a door catch
bracket and striker. These documents are distinct because they contain
revised instructions and figures.
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 141 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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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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5 work-hours x $85 per hour = $425........................... $0 $425 $59,925
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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 operators. The FAA does not control warranty coverage for
affected operators. 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:
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(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.
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:
2021-23-15 Airbus SAS: Amendment 39-21813; Docket No. FAA-2021-0722;
Project Identifier MCAI-2021-00329-T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective January 10, 2022.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Airbus SAS Model A319-111, -112, -113, -114,
-115, -131, -132, and -133 airplanes; Model A320-211, -212, -214, -
216, -231, -232, and -233 airplanes; and Model A321-111, -112, -131,
-211, -212, -213, -231, and -232 airplanes; certificated in any
category; as identified in European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD
2018-0255, dated November 27, 2018 (EASA AD 2018-0255).
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/
Furnishings.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report that during re-engineering of
galley G5, a 9G forward full scale qualification test was performed,
and the door of the waste compartment opened before the required
load was reached. The FAA is issuing this AD to address failure of
the galley door and release of trolleys during a rejected take-off
or an emergency landing, which could result in injury to occupants
and damage to the airplane.
(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, EASA AD 2018-0255.
(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2018-0255
(1) Where EASA AD 2018-0255 refers to its effective date, this
AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
(2) The ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 2018-0255 does not apply
to this AD.
(h) Clarification of Required Service Information
Where Paragraph (1) of EASA AD 2018-0255 requires using, among
other service information, ``Zodiac Galleys Europe SB 213510-25-001
rev. B,'' this AD requires using ``Zodiac Galleys Europe Service
Bulletin 213510-25-001, Revision B, dated January 28, 2018; or
Zodiac Galleys Europe Service Bulletin 213510-25-001, Revision C,
dated May 24, 2018; or Safran Service Bulletin 213510-25-001,
Revision D, dated August 15, 2019.''
(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 responsible Flight
Standards Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to
the Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, send it
to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j) of this
AD. Information may be emailed to: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#5b62761a0d08761a1209766c686b761a1614181b3d3a3a753c342d"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="b48d99f5e2e799f5fde69983878499f5f9fbf7f4d2d5d59ad3dbc2">[email protected]</span></a>.
Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the
responsible Flight Standards 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 EASA; or Airbus
SAS's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the
DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(3) Required for Compliance (RC): For any service information
referenced in EASA AD 2018-0255 that contains RC procedures and
tests: Except as required by paragraph (i)(2) of this AD, RC
procedures and tests must be done to comply with this AD; any
procedures or tests that are not identified as RC are recommended.
Those procedures and tests that are not identified as RC may be
deviated from using accepted methods in accordance with the
operator's maintenance or inspection program without obtaining
approval of an AMOC, provided the procedures and tests identified as
RC can be done and the airplane can be put back in an airworthy
condition. Any substitutions or changes to procedures or tests
identified as RC require approval of an AMOC.
(j) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Sanjay Ralhan,
Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone
and fax 206-231-3223; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a6d5c7c8ccc7df88d4c7cacec7c8e6c0c7c788c1c9d0"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="4e3d2f20242f37603c2f22262f200e282f2f60292138">[email protected]</span></a>.
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference 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) European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2018-0255, dated
November 27, 2018.
(ii) Zodiac Galleys Europe Service Bulletin 213510-25-001,
Revision B, dated January 28, 2018.
(iii) Zodiac Galleys Europe Service Bulletin 213510-25-001,
Revision C, dated May 24, 2018.
(iv) Safran Service Bulletin 213510-25-001, Revision D, dated
August 15, 2019.
(3) For EASA AD 2018-0255, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3,
50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#acede8dfecc9cddfcd82c9d9dec3dccd82c9d9"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="08494c7b486d697b69266d7d7a677869266d7d">[email protected]</span></a>; internet www.easa.europa.eu. You may find this
EASA AD on the EASA website at <a href="https://ad.easa.europa.eu">https://ad.easa.europa.eu</a>.
(4) For Zodiac Galleys Europe and Safran service information
identified in this AD, contact Safran Cabin CZ s.r.o., Univerzitni
1119/34, 301 00 Plzen, Czech Republic; telephone: +420 377 664 111;
internet <a href="https://www.safran-group.com/companies/safran-cabin">https://www.safran-group.com/companies/safran-cabin</a>.
(5) 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.
(6) 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
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b0d6c29ed9dec3c0d5d3c4d9dfdef0ded1c2d19ed7dfc6"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="fa9c88d49394898a9f998e939594ba949b889bd49d958c">[email protected]</span></a>, or go to: <a href="https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html">https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html</a>.
Issued on November 2, 2021.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2021-26394 Filed 12-3-21; 8:45 am]
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