[Federal Register Volume 67, Number 110 (Friday, June 7, 2002)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 39311-39314]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 02-14252]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. 2000-NE-58-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG Water
Boilers, Coffee Makers, and Beverage Makers
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration, DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to
supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to
Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG water boilers, coffee makers, and beverage
makers. That AD currently requires inspecting the wiring for
indications of overheating or electrical arcing, and if indications are
found, replacing the wiring. This proposal would require replacing the
wiring on those water boilers, coffee makers, and beverage makers
whether or not they show indications of overheating or electrical
arcing. This proposal is prompted by revisions to the manufacturer's
service bulletins. The actions specified by the proposed AD are
intended to prevent a fire in the galley compartment due to inadequate
crimping of the electrical terminal contact pins, which could result in
smoke in the cockpit and cabin and loss of control of the airplane.
DATES: Comments must be received by August 6, 2002.
ADDRESSES: Submit comments in triplicate to the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), New England Region, Office of the Regional
Counsel, Attention: Rules Docket No. 2000-NE-58-AD, 12 New England
Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299. Comments may also be sent
via the Internet using the following address: ``[email protected]''. Comments sent via the Internet must contain the
docket number in the subject line. Comments may be inspected at this
location between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays. The service information referenced in the proposed
rule may be obtained from Britax Sell GmbH & Co. OHG, MPL Mr. H.D.
Poggensee, P.O. Box 1161, 35721 Herborn Germany, telephone
international code 49-2772-707-0; fax international code 49-2772-707-
141. This information may be examined at the FAA, New England Region,
Office of the Regional Counsel, 12 New England Executive Park,
Burlington, MA.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Terry Fahr, Aerospace Engineer, Boston
Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate,
12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299; telephone
(781) 238-7155; fax (781) 238-7170.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
Interested persons are invited to participate in the making of the
proposed rule by submitting such written data, views, or arguments as
they may desire. Communications should identify the Rules Docket
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number and be submitted in triplicate to the address specified above.
All communications received on or before the closing date for comments,
specified above, will be considered before taking action on the
proposed rule. The proposals contained in this action may be changed in
light of the comments received.
Comments are specifically invited on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the proposed rule. All
comments submitted will be available, both before and after the closing
date for comments, in the Rules Docket for examination by interested
persons. A report summarizing each FAA-public contact concerned with
the substance of this proposal will be filed in the Rules Docket.
Commenters wishing the FAA to acknowledge receipt of their comments
submitted in response to this action must submit a self-addressed,
stamped postcard on which the following statement is made: ``Comments
to Docket Number 2000-NE-58-AD.'' The postcard will be date stamped and
returned to the commenter.
Availability of NPRM's
Any person may obtain a copy of this NPRM by submitting a request
to the FAA, New England Region, Office of the Regional Counsel,
Attention: Rules Docket No. 2000-NE-58-AD, 12 New England Executive
Park, Burlington, MA 01803-5299.
Discussion
On May 17, 2001, the FAA issued AD 2001-10-13, Amendment 39-12239
(66 FR 29467, May 31, 2001), to require an inspection for discoloration
or melting of the wires, and if discolored or melted, the replacement
of wires on the temperature limiters installed on certain water
boilers, coffee makers, and beverage makers with part numbers (P/N's)
that are listed in this AD.
The Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA), which is the airworthiness authority
for Germany, notified the FAA that an unsafe condition may exist on
Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG water boilers, coffee makers, and beverage
makers. The LBA informed the FAA that there have been 10 reports of
discolored wires and two reports of partially melted wires. The
crimping of the presently installed Faston Terminals P/N 3-520133-2
with blue nylon insulation may be insufficient for carrying the full
electrical current flowing through that terminal. The insufficient
crimping could cause an increased contact resistance in the terminal.
The increased contact resistance could result in an increased terminal
temperature, discoloration of the insulation, and a melting of the
terminal insulation.
Since AD 2001-10-13 was issued, Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OGH has
issued revised service bulletins (SB's) that require replacing all
affected wire harnesses, change the serial number effectivities, the
modification kit P/N's, and a tank assembly P/N callout.
Manufacturer's Service Information
Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG has issued SB's No E33-4-011SB, Revision
2, dated January 31, 2001; E33-4-012SB, Revision 1, dated November 20,
2000; and E33-4-015SB, Revision 1, dated November 15, 2000, that
specify procedures for replacing the wiring on certain P/N water
boilers, coffee makers, and beverage makers. The LBA classified these
SB's as mandatory and issued AD 2000-379, dated November 13, 2000, in
order to assure the airworthiness of these Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG
water boilers, coffee makers, and beverage makers in the Federal
Republic of Germany.
Bilateral Agreement Information
These appliances are manufactured in the Federal Republic of
Germany, and are type certificated for operation in the United States
under the provisions of Sec. 21.29 of the Federal Aviation Regulations
(14 CFR 21.29) and the applicable bilateral airworthiness agreement.
Pursuant to this bilateral airworthiness agreement, the LBA has kept
the FAA informed of the situation described above. The FAA has examined
the findings of the LBA, reviewed all available information, and
determined that AD action is necessary for products of this type design
that are certificated for operation in the United States.
Proposed Requirements of This AD
Since an unsafe condition has been identified that is likely to
exist or develop on other Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG water boilers,
coffee makers, and beverage makers of the same type design that are
used on airplanes registered in the United States, the proposed AD
would require replacing the wiring on certain P/N water boilers, coffee
makers, and beverage makers during the next repair, maintenance, or
descaling of the product, during the next airplane check that allows
for replacing the wiring, or within one calendar year after the
effective date of the proposed AD, whichever occurs earlier. The
actions would be required to be done in accordance with the service
bulletins described previously.
Economic Analysis
The FAA estimates that 175 products installed on airplanes of U.S.
registry would be affected by this proposed AD. The FAA also estimates
that it would take approximately 10 work hours per product to do the
proposed replacement, and that the average labor rate is $60 per work
hour. Required parts would cost approximately $20 per product. Based on
these figures, the total cost of the proposed AD to U.S. operators is
estimated to be $21,700.
Regulatory Analysis
This proposed rule does not have federalism implications, as
defined in Executive Order 13132, because it would 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.
Accordingly, the FAA has not consulted with state authorities prior to
publication of this proposed rule.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this proposed
regulation (1) is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under
Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT
Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
and (3) if promulgated, 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. A copy of the draft
regulatory evaluation prepared for this action is contained in the
Rules Docket. A copy of it may be obtained by contacting the Rules
Docket at the location provided under the caption ADDRESSES.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Safety.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend
part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as
follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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]
2. Section 39.13 is amended by removing Amendment 39-12239 (66 FR
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29467, May 31, 2001), and by adding a new airworthiness directive:
Britax Sell Gmbh & Co. OHG: Docket No. 2000-NE-58-AD. Supersedes AD
2001-10-13, Amendment 39-12239.
Applicability
This airworthiness directive (AD) is applicable to Britax Sell
Gmbh & Co. OHG water boilers, coffee makers, and beverage makers,
listed by part number (P/N) and serial number (SN) in Table 1 of
this AD. These products are installed on, but not limited to, Airbus
Industrie A319, A320, A330, AVRO RJ, Bombardier DHC-8-400, and
Boeing Company 717, 737, 747, 757, 767, 777 airplanes.
Note 1: This AD applies to each product identified in the
preceding applicability provision, regardless of whether it has been
modified, altered, or repaired in the area subject to the
requirements of this AD. For products that have been modified,
altered, or repaired so that the performance of the requirements of
this AD is affected, the owner/operator must request approval for an
alternative method of compliance in accordance with paragraph (b) of
this AD. The request should include an assessment of the effect of
the modification, alteration, or repair on the unsafe condition
addressed by this AD; and, if the unsafe condition has not been
eliminated, the request should include specific proposed actions to
address it.
Compliance
Compliance with this AD is required as indicated, unless already
done.
To prevent a fire in the galley compartment due to inadequate
crimping of the electrical terminal contact pins, which could result
in smoke in the cockpit and cabin and loss of control of the
airplane, do the following:
(a) Replace wiring on temperature limiters of remote water
boilers, coffee makers, water boilers, and beverage makers that are
listed by P/N in Table 1 of this AD during the next repair,
maintenance, or descaling of the product, during the next airplane
check that allows for replacing the wiring, or within one calendar
year after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs earlier,
in accordance with the applicable service bulletin (SB) specified
for the appliance in Table 1 as follows:
Table 1.--Appliance P/N and Applicable SB for Wire Replacement
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Replace wiring in
Appliance Appliance P/N SN Tank assembly P/N accordance with SB
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(1) Remote Water Boiler......... 62204-001-00-029, 00-04-001 thru 00- 62203-001-005 and E33-4-007SB,
62204-001-031, 07-0033 and 00-07- 62203-001-007. Revision 2, dated
62204-001-037, 0038. December 4, 2000,
62204-001-043, Accomplishment
62204-001-047, Instructions 3.A.
and 62204-001-049. through 3.O.
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(2) Coffee Maker................ (i) 64755......... 00-05-0001 and 00- 64761-025-001..... E33-4-009SB, dated
09-0003. October 24, 2000,
Accomplish
Instructions 3.A.
through 3.J.
(ii) 64753-001-003 00-01-0001 thru 00- 64761-025-001..... E33-4-011SB,
09-0079, 00-09- Revision 2, dated
0100, and 00-09- January 31, 2001,
0101. Accomplish
Instructions 3.A.
through 3.J.
(iii) 64753-201- 00-05-0001, 00-05- 64761-025-001..... E33-4-012SB,
003. 0002, 00-07-0003, Revision 1, dated
and 00-07-0004. November 20,
2000, Accomplish
Instructions 3.A.
through 3.J.
(iv) 64769-001-005 00-04-0001 thru 00- 64769-025-003..... E33-4-013SB, dated
and 64769-001-007. 09-0033. October 23, 2000,
Accomplish
Instructions 3.A.
through 3.Q.
(v) 64790-1....... 00-08-0001 thru 00- 64790-393-101..... E33-4-015SB,
08-0003. Revision 1, dated
November 15,
2000, Accomplish
Instructions 3.A.
through 3.L.
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(3) Water Boiler................ 62197-001-001..... 00-04-0001 thru 00- 62197-015-001..... E33-4-010SB, dated
05-0023, 00-08- October 20, 2000,
0026, thru 00-09- Accomplish
0052 and 00-09- Instructions 3.A.
0055. through 3.S.
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(4) Beverage Maker............. (i) 64771-001-001. 00-04-0013 thru 00- 64771-025-005..... E33-4-014SB,
04-0039, 00-04- Revision 1, dated
0043 thru 00-08- November 6, 2000,
0302, 00-08-0307 Accomplishment
thru 00-08-0346, Instructions 3.A.
and 00-09-0368 through 3.J.
thru 00-09-0371.
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(ii) 64771-001-003 00-02-0001 thru 00- 64771-025-001..... E33-4-016SB,
03-0005, 00-04- Revision 1, dated
0007 thru 00-04- November 6, 2000,
0012, 00-04-0042 Accomplishment
thru 00-04-0042, Instructions 3.A.
00-04-0053 thru through 3.J.
00-04-0057, 00-05-
0087 thru 00-05-
0094, 00-07-0135
thru 00-07-0138,
00-08-0303 thru
00-08-306, 00-08-
0347 thru 00-08-
0354, and 00-09-
0365 thru 00-09-
0367.
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Alternative Methods of Compliance
(b) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the
compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be
used if approved by the Manager, Boston Aircraft Certification
Office (ACO). Operators must submit their requests through an
appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add
comments and then send it to the Manager, Boston ACO.
Note 2: Information concerning the existence of approved
alternative methods of compliance with this airworthiness directive,
if any, may be obtained from the Boston ACO.
Special Flight Permits
(c) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with
Secs. 21.197 and 21.199 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR
21.197 and 21.199) to operate the aircraft to a location where the
requirements of this AD can be done.
Note 3: The subject of this AD is addressed in LBA airworthiness
directive 2000-379, dated November 13, 2000.
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on May 30, 2002.
Mark C. Fulmer,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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