Rule2022-14970
Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Support and Services (Formerly Known as Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics) Airplanes
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Published
July 14, 2022
Effective
August 18, 2022
Issuing agencies
Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Saab AB, Support and Services Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that there is no evidence that post-machining stress relief or de-embrittlement post- cadmium plating treatments were performed on certain torque arm center pins. This AD requires replacing each affected torque arm center pin on the main landing gear (MLG), as specified in a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. This AD also prohibits the installation of affected parts. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 134 (Thursday, July 14, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 42068-42070]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2022-14970]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2022-0507; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-01372-T;
Amendment 39-22114; AD 2022-14-09]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Saab AB, Support and Services (Formerly
Known as Saab AB, Saab Aeronautics) 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 Saab AB, Support and Services Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB
340B airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that there is no
evidence that post-machining stress relief or de-embrittlement post-
cadmium plating treatments were performed on certain torque arm center
pins. This AD requires replacing each affected torque arm center pin on
the main landing gear (MLG), as specified in a European Union Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA) AD, which is incorporated by reference. This AD
also prohibits the installation of affected parts. The FAA is issuing
this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective August 18, 2022.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of August 18,
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#76373205361317051758130304190617581303"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="2362675063464250420d4656514c53420d4656">[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 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 at <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating
Docket No. FAA-2022-0507.
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-2022-0507; or in person at
Docket
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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: Shahram Daneshmandi, Aerospace
Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International Validation Branch,
2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206-231-3220;
email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#691a0108011b0804470d08070c1a010408070d00290f0808470e061f"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="0f7c676e677d6e62216b6e616a7c67626e616b664f696e6e21686079">[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 2021-0273, dated December 8, 2021
(EASA AD 2021-0273) (also referred to as the MCAI), to correct an
unsafe condition for certain Saab AB, Support and Services Model 340A
(SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes.
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Saab AB,
Support and Services Model 340A (SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes.
The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 6, 2022 (87 FR
27035). The NPRM was prompted by a report that there is no evidence
that post-machining stress relief or de-embrittlement post-cadmium
plating treatments were performed on certain torque arm center pins.
The NPRM proposed to require replacing each affected torque arm center
pin on the MLG, as specified in EASA AD 2021-0273. The NPRM also
proposed to prohibit the installation of affected parts.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address untreated torque arm center
pins installed on any MLG, which, if not corrected, could lead to
failure of the torque arm center pin and free swinging of the MLG,
possibly resulting in loss of control of the airplane on ground, or
loss of the MLG hydraulic braking function. 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 2021-0273 specifies procedures for replacing each affected
torque arm center pin on the MLG. EASA AD 2021-0273 also prohibits the
installation of affected parts. 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 43 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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8 work-hours x $85 per hour = $680........................... $2,839 $3,519 $151,317
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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.
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:
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2022-14-09 Saab AB, Support and Services (Formerly Known as Saab AB,
Saab Aeronautics): Amendment 39-22114; Docket No. FAA-2022-0507;
Project Identifier MCAI-2021-01372-T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective August 18, 2022.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Saab AB, Support and Services Model 340A
(SAAB/SF340A) and SAAB 340B airplanes, certificated in any category,
as identified in European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD
2021-0273, dated December 8, 2021 (EASA AD 2021-0273).
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing
gear.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a report that there is no evidence that
post-machining stress relief or de-embrittlement post-cadmium
plating treatments were performed on certain torque arm center pins.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address untreated torque arm center
pins installed on any main landing gear (MLG), which, if not
corrected, could lead to failure of the torque arm center pin and
free swinging of the MLG, possibly resulting in loss of control of
the airplane on ground, or loss of the MLG hydraulic braking
function.
(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 2021-0273.
(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2021-0273
(1) Where EASA AD 2021-0273 refers to its effective date, this
AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
(2) The ``Remarks'' section of EASA AD 2021-0273 does not apply
to this AD.
(i) Additional 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#3d04107c6b6e107c746f100a0e0d107c70727e7d5b5c5c135a524b"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="6c55412d3a3f412d253e415b5f5c412d21232f2c0a0d0d420b031a">[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 Saab AB,
Support and Services' EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If
approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized
signature.
(j) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Shahram Daneshmandi,
Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International
Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
telephone 206-231-3220; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#75061d141d0714185b11141b10061d18141b111c351314145b121a03"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="acdfc4cdc4decdc182c8cdc2c9dfc4c1cdc2c8c5eccacdcd82cbc3da">[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 Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2021-0273,
dated December 8, 2021.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For EASA AD 2021-0273, contact EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3,
50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999 000; email
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7435300734111507155a1101061b04155a1101"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="37767344775256445619524245584756195242">[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) 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.
(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
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#c0a6b2eea9aeb3b0a5a3b4a9afae80aea1b2a1eea7afb6"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="85e3f7abecebf6f5e0e6f1eceaebc5ebe4f7e4abe2eaf3">[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 June 27, 2022.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-14970 Filed 7-13-22; 8:45 am]
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