AD 2017-13-05
Recurring
final rule
Applicability
| Type | Manufacturer | Model | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| aircraft | Airbus | A330-200 | Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes |
Unsafe Condition
The degraded operation of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA) could result in reduced control of the airplane.
Required Actions
Inspect the THSA for integrity of the primary and secondary load paths, install a Checkable Shear Pin (CSP) and associated additional electrical harness, and perform repetitive lubrication of the THSA ball-nut. Additionally, inspect the THSA after display of an ECAM fault message, and perform corrective actions if necessary. For certain airplanes, replace a certain harness item, install placards and cable support, modify a certain bracket, and install a certain spacer.
Compliance Time
Before further flight
Affected Aircraft
All Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300 series airplanes; and all Airbus Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes.
Federal Register Abstract
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-13-16 for all Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300 series airplanes; and all Airbus Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes. AD 2013-13-16 required repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the ball-screw assembly of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA), repetitive greasing of the THSA ball-nut, and replacement of the THSA if necessary; and modification or replacement (as applicable) of the ball-nut assembly, which ends certain repetitive inspections. This new AD requires an inspection, corrective actions if necessary, lubrication of the ball-nut, modification of the THSA, and removal of certain airplanes from the applicability. This AD was prompted by a determination that a modification that automatically detects failure of the ball-screw assembly is necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1)
and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category.
(1) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, -
303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes, all
manufacturer serial numbers.
(2) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, -313, -541,
and -642 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers.
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 140 (Monday, July 24, 2017)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 34251-34257]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2017-14923]
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Federal Register / Vol. 82, No. 140 / Monday, July 24, 2017 / Rules
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2016-9393; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-199-AD;
Amendment 39-18935; AD 2017-13-05]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-13-16 for
all Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300 series
airplanes; and all Airbus Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series
airplanes. AD 2013-13-16 required repetitive inspections for
discrepancies of the ball-screw assembly of the trimmable horizontal
stabilizer actuator (THSA), repetitive greasing of the THSA ball-nut,
and replacement of the THSA if necessary; and modification or
replacement (as applicable) of the ball-nut assembly, which ends
certain repetitive inspections. This new AD requires an inspection,
corrective actions if necessary, lubrication of the ball-nut,
modification of the THSA, and removal of certain airplanes from the
applicability. This AD was prompted by a determination that a
modification that automatically detects failure of the ball-screw
assembly is necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective August 28, 2017.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 28,
2017.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax
+33 5 61 93 44 51; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#5e3f3d3d312b302a703f372c29312c2a36733b3f2d1e3f372c3c2b2d703d3133"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="0a6b6969657f647e246b63787d65787e62276f6b794a6b6378687f7924696567">[email protected]</span></a>; Internet
<a href="http://www.airbus.com">http://www.airbus.com</a>. You may view this referenced service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-
9393.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-
9393; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone
800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138;
fax 425-227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to supersede AD 2013-13-16, Amendment 39-17504 (78 FR 47537,
August 6, 2013) (``AD 2013-13-16''). AD 2013-13-16 applied to all
Airbus Model A330-200, A330-200 Freighter, A330-300 series airplanes,
and all Airbus Model A340-200, -300, -500, and -600 series airplanes.
The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 19, 2016 (81 FR
91882) (``the NPRM'').
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2014-0219, dated September 29, 2014 (referred
to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition on all Airbus Model A330
and Model A340 series airplanes. The MCAI states:
Several cases of transfer tube disconnection from the ball-nut
of the trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA) part number
(P/N) 47172 and 47147-400 were detected on the ground during
greasing and maintenance. Investigation results showed that this was
caused by water ingress into the ball-nut, resulting in the jamming
of the ball transfer circuit when the water froze. If the three
(independent) ball circuits fail, then the THSA operates on a fail-
safe nut (which operates without balls), which jams after several
movements on the ballscrew of the THSA.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could damage the
ball screw and the fail-safe nut, possibly resulting in jamming of
the THSA and consequent reduced control of the aeroplane.
To detect at an early stage any distortion or initiation of
disconnection, [Directorate General for Civil Aviation] DGAC France
issued AD 2001-356 and AD 2001-357 to require repetitive inspections
of the transfer tubes and their collars and, depending on findings,
corrective action(s).
Prompted by another case of transfer tube disconnection, DGAC
France issued AD 2001-356R2 and AD 2001-357R2 to require additional
repetitive greasing and reinforcement of the ball-nut maintenance
greasing instructions.
Subsequently, DGAC France issued AD 2002-037 and AD 2002-038 to
require a modification that was also terminating action for the
repetitive inspections and greasing tasks required by DGAC France AD
2001-356R2 and AD 2001-357R2 for the THSA P/N 47172 by application
of Service Bulletin (SB) A330-27-3085 or SB A340-27-4089 (equivalent
to Airbus production modification 49590), as applicable, changing
the THSA P/N from 47172 to 47172-300.
Later on, DGAC France issued AD 2002-414 (later revised to R3)
and AD 2002-415 (later revised to R2), which superseded the DGAC
France AD 2001-356R2, AD 2001-357R2, AD 2002-037, and AD 2002-038,
requiring:
--Repetitive inspections of all THSA P/N in service,
--repetitive lubrication of some THSA P/N, and
--replacement of THSA P/N 47172, 47147-400 and 47147-2XX/-3XX.
In addition, the electrical flight control computers monitor the
operation of the THSA and the jamming of this actuator could be
detected and indicated by messages on the maintenance system and on
the [electronic centralized aircraft monitor] ECAM. For that
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reason, DGAC France AD 2002-414 and AD 2002-415 also required
inspection of the THSA after display of such message(s).
After those [DGAC France] ADs were issued, Airbus introduced 4
new THSA, P/N 47172-500, P/N 47172-510, P/N 47172-520 and P/N 47172-
530.
As these new THSA also needed to be inspected/lubricated, EASA
issued AD 2010-0192 and [EASA] AD 2010-0193 [which correspond to FAA
AD 2013-13-16], which retained the requirements of DGAC France AD F-
2002-414R3 and AD F-2002-415R2 respectively, which were superseded,
to add required repetitive inspections and lubrications of the new
THSA P/N.
Since those [EASA] ADs were issued, all requirements of EASA AD
2010-0192 and [EASA] AD 2010-0193 were transferred into Airbus
Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 4, except the
requirement of paragraph (2.3) of those [EASA] ADs. At this time,
compliance with ALS Part 4 tasks is required by EASA AD 2013-0268
(A330 aeroplanes) and [EASA] AD 2013-0269 (A340 aeroplanes),
respectively [which correspond to FAA AD 2015-16-02, Amendment 39-
18227 (80 FR 48019, August 11, 2015) (A330 airplanes); and AD 2014-
23-17, Amendment 39-18033 (79 FR 71304, December 2, 2014) (A340
airplanes); respectively.]
In addition, Airbus developed a Checkable Shear Pin (CSP) for
the THSA and an associated additional electrical harness, which
consists of installation of two Electrical Detection Devices (EDD)
on the lower attachment secondary load path, which gives an
indication to the Flight Control Primary Computers of secondary load
path engagement.
After embodiment of these modifications on an aeroplane, the
repetitive inspections of the ballscrew assembly for integrity of
the primary and secondary load paths is no longer required, because
the failure is detected automatically by this new device.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD retains only the
requirement of paragraph (2.3) of EASA AD 2010-0192 and 2010-0193
[actions following ECAM fault messages], which are superseded, and
requires the installation of CSP and associated additional
electrical harness on the THSA of the aeroplane. This [EASA] AD also
requires, for A340-500/-600 aeroplanes that are post-SB A340-92-5008
(at Revision 06 or earlier), accomplishment of A340 ALS Part 3 task
274000-B0002-1-C, providing a grace period of 3 months for
aeroplanes that have exceeded the applicable threshold or interval.
The unsafe condition is the degraded operation of the THSA, which
could result in reduced control of the airplane.
Model A330-223F and A330-243F airplanes have been removed from the
applicability of this AD to correspond with the MCAI.
Required actions include a detailed inspection and corrective
actions if an ECAM fault message is displayed, repetitive lubrication
of the THSA ball-nut, and a modification of the THSA by installing a
CSP and associated electrical harness.
Required actions also include certain ``Additional Work'' that is
described in the following service information.
<bullet> ``Additional Work'' in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-
3143, Revision 01, dated July 10, 2012, is described as removing the
closing plug from the electrical harness 4515VB and connecting the
electrical harness 4515VB to the THSA.
<bullet> ``Additional Work'' in Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-
3046, Revision 07, dated January 13, 2017; and in Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-92-4056, Revision 04, dated December 5, 2013; is
described as replacement of a certain harness item, installation of
placards and cable support, modification of a certain bracket, and
installation of a certain spacer.
<bullet> ``Additional Work'' in Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-
5008, Revision 07, dated February 8, 2013, is described as replacing a
certain wiring harness, replacing a certain THSA harness, installing
additional placards, and modifying a certain wire harness installation
order.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-
9393.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
New Service Information
Since we issued the NPRM, we have reviewed Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-92-3046, Revision 07, dated January 13, 2017 (we referred to
Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 06, dated November 15,
2013, as one of the appropriate sources of service information for
installing an electrical harness). Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-
3046, Revision 07, dated January 13, 2017, includes minor updates to
the procedures and illustrations. We have revised figure 2 to
paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD and figure 3 to paragraph (j) of this
AD to refer to Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 07, dated
January 13, 2017. We have also added paragraph (r)(2) to this AD to
give credit for actions done in accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin
A330-92-3046, Revision 06, dated November 15, 2013.
Costs of Compliance Change
The costs of compliance information in the NPRM included a parts
cost of $14,198. We have revised the costs of compliance information in
this AD based on receiving updated cost information from the
manufacturer to include a parts cost of $17,481.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD with the changes described
previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
<bullet> Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
<bullet> Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Airbus has issued the following service information. The service
bulletins having the same document number are distinct because each
revision contains unique editorial changes.
The following service information describes procedures for doing
repetitive inspections for integrity of the primary and secondary load
paths of the ball-screw assembly of the THSA. These service bulletins
are distinct because they apply to different airplane models.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3102, Revision 09, dated
March 29, 2016.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4107, Revision 09, dated
March 29, 2016.
The following service information describes procedures for
installing two electrical detection devices, also called CSPs, on the
lower attachment secondary load path of the THSA, and modifying the
THSA. These service bulletins are distinct because they apply to
different airplane models equipped with THSAs having different part
numbers.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, including Appendix
01, dated March 20, 2007.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, Revision 01,
including Appendix 1, dated December 6, 2007.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, Revision 02, dated
January 18, 2010.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3143, Revision 01, dated
July 10, 2012.
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<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136, including Appendix
01, dated March 20, 2007.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136, Revision 01,
including Appendix 1, dated December 6, 2007.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136, Revision 02,
including Appendix 1, dated February 24, 2010.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4143, dated February 21,
2012.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-5030, Revision 01,
including Appendix 1, dated November 20, 2009.
The following service information describes procedures for
installing electrical wiring harnesses and brackets to connect the
secondary nut detection device to the monitoring systems. These service
bulletins are distinct because they apply to different airplane models.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 04, dated
July 16, 2010.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 05, dated
November 7, 2011.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 07, dated
January 13, 2017.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4056, Revision 03, dated
July 16, 2010.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4056, Revision 04, dated
December 5, 2013.
<bullet> Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-5008, Revision 07, dated
February 8, 2013.
The following service information describes system equipment
maintenance requirements (SEMRs) that refer to preventative maintenance
requirements found necessary to comply with safety objectives. These
documents are distinct because they apply to different airplane models.
<bullet> Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part
4--System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 05, dated
October 19, 2015.
<bullet> Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part
4--System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 04, dated
October 19, 2015.
Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3--
Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMR), Revision 03, dated
October 19, 2015, describes CMRs that are system-related periodic tasks
established during type certification.
This service information 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
We estimate that this AD affects 33 airplanes of U.S. registry.
The actions required by AD 2013-13-16, and retained in this AD take
about 1 work-hour per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per
work-hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions
that are required by AD 2013-13-16 is $85 per product.
We also estimate that it takes about 67 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $85 per work-hour. Required parts would cost about $17,481 per
product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on
U.S. operators to be $764,808, or $23,176 per product.
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.
We are 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
We determined that 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. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2013-13-16, Amendment 39-17504 (78 FR 47537, August 6, 2013), and
adding the following new AD:
2017-13-05 Airbus: Amendment 39-18935; Docket No. FAA-2016-9393;
Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-199-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective August 28, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2013-13-16, Amendment 39-17504 (78 FR 47537,
August 6, 2013) (``AD 2013-13-16'').
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1)
and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category.
(1) Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -301, -302, -
303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes, all
manufacturer serial numbers.
(2) Airbus Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, -313, -541,
and -642 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight
Controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by the determination that a modification
that automatically detects failure of the ball-screw assembly is
necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct wear on the
trimmable horizontal stabilizer actuator (THSA), possibly resulting
in damage to the ball-screw and fail-safe nut, which could jam the
THSA and result in reduced control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Actions for Electronic Centralized Aircraft Monitor (ECAM) Fault
Messages
For airplanes other than those identified in figure 1 to
paragraphs (g), (h), and (q) of this AD: If, during any flight, one
of the ``PRIM
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X PITCH FAULT'' or ``STAB CTL FAULT'' messages is displayed on the
ECAM associated with the ``PITCH TRIM ACTR (1CS)'' maintenance
message, before further flight after each time the message is
displayed on the ECAM, do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1)
and (g)(2) of this AD.
(1) Do the applicable detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path; check
the checkable shear pins (CSP), if installed; and do all applicable
corrective actions; as specified in paragraph (g)(1)(i), (g)(1)(ii),
or (g)(1)(iii) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions
before further flight.
(i) For Model A330 series airplanes: Do the actions in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-27-3102, Revision 09, dated March 29, 2016, except as
required by paragraph (n)(1) of this AD.
(ii) For Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes: Do the
actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Service Bulletin A340-27-4107, Revision 09, dated March 29, 2016,
except as required by paragraph (n)(1) of this AD.
(iii) For Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes: Do the
actions using a method approved by the Manager, International
Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Airbus's EASA Design
Organization Approval (DOA).
Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1)(iii) of this AD: Guidance for the
inspection of the ball-screw assembly can be found in Task 274000-
B0002-1-C, Inspection of the ball-screw assembly for integrity of
the primary and secondary load paths, of the Airbus A340
Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 3--Certification
Maintenance Requirements (CMR), Revision 03, dated October 19, 2015.
(2) Lubricate the THSA ball-nut in accordance with the
applicable service information specified in paragraph (g)(2)(i),
(g)(2)(ii), or (g)(2)(iii) of this AD.
(i) Task 274400-00002-1-E, Lubrication of the THSA ball-nut, of
Airbus A330 ALS Part 4--System Equipment Maintenance Requirements
(SEMR), Revision 05, dated October 19, 2015 (for Model A330 series
airplanes).
(ii) Task 274400-00002-1-E, Lubrication of the THSA ball-nut, of
Airbus A340 ALS Part 4--System Equipment Maintenance Requirements
(SEMR), Revision 04, dated October 19, 2015 (for Model A340-200 and
-300 series airplanes).
(iii) Task 274000-B0003-1-C, Lubrication of THS Actuator ball-
screw nut, of Airbus A340 ALS Part 3--Certification Maintenance
Requirements (CMR), Revision 03, dated October 19, 2015 (for Model
A340-500 and -600 series airplanes).
Figure 1 to Paragraphs (g), (h), and (q) of This AD--Definition of
Airplane Groups
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On which the
following actions or
Group Airplane models modifications have
been done
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Group 1 airplanes............. Airbus Model A330- On which the actions
200 and -300 specified in Airbus
series airplanes. Service Bulletin
A330-27-3137, dated
March 20, 2007; or
Revision 01, dated
December 6, 2007;
and Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-92-
3046, Revision 04,
dated July 16, 2010;
or Revision 05,
dated November 7,
2011; or Revision
06, dated November
15, 2013; have been
embodied in service.
Airbus Model A340- On which the actions
200 and -300 specified in Airbus
series airplanes. Service Bulletin
A340-27-4136,
including Appendix
1, dated March 20,
2007; or Revision
01, including
Appendix 1, dated
December 6, 2007;
and Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-92-
4056, Revision 03,
dated July 16, 2010;
have been embodied
in service.
Group 2 airplanes............. Airbus Model A330- On which Airbus
200 and -300 Modifications 55780,
series airplanes 52269, and 56056
and Model A340- have been embodied
200 and -300 in production.
series airplanes.
Airbus Model A340- On which Airbus
500 and -600 Modifications 54882,
series airplanes. 52191, and 56058
have been embodied
in production.
Group 3 airplanes............. Airbus Model A330- On which Airbus
200 and -300 Service Bulletin
series airplanes. A330-27-3137, dated
March 20, 2007; or
Revision 01, dated
December 6, 2007;
has been embodied in
service and Airbus
Modifications 52269
and 56056 have been
embodied in
production.
Airbus Model A330- On which Airbus
200 and -300 Modification 55780
series airplanes. has been embodied in
production and
Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-92-
3046 Revision 04,
dated July 16, 2010;
or Revision 05,
dated November 07,
2011; or Revision
06, dated November
15, 2013; has been
embodied in service.
Airbus Model A340- On which Airbus
200 and -300 Service Bulletin
series airplanes. A340-27-4136,
including Appendix
1, dated March 20,
2007; or Revision
01, including
Appendix 1, dated
December 6, 2007;
has been embodied in
service and Airbus
Modifications 52269
and 56056 have been
embodied in
production.
Airbus Model A340- On which Airbus
200 and -300 Modification 55780
series airplanes. has been embodied in
production and
Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-92-
4056, Revision 03,
dated July 16, 2010,
has been embodied in
service.
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(h) Installation of CSP and Electrical Harness
For all airplanes, except Group 2 airplanes specified in figure
1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (q) of this AD, and except for
airplanes identified in paragraphs (i), (j), and (n)(2) of this AD:
Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, modify the
airplane by installing a CSP on the THSA and an additional
electrical harness, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of the Airbus service information specified in figure 2
to paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD, as applicable to the part
number of the THSA installed on the airplane, except as provided by
paragraph (n)(2) of this AD.
Figure 2 to Paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD--Applicable Service Information for Modification
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Service bulletin for
THSA Part No. (P/N) Service bulletin for CSP installation electrical harness
installation
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47172-300............................ Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, Airbus Service Bulletin A330-
Revision 02, dated January 18, 2010, for 92-3046, Revision 07, dated
Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series January 13, 2017, for Airbus
airplanes; and Model A330-200 and -300
series airplanes; and
Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136,
Revision 02, including Appendix 1, dated
February 24, 2010, for Airbus Model A340-
200 and -300 series airplanes.
[[Page 34255]]
47147-500............................ Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3143, Airbus Service Bulletin A340-
Revision 01, dated July 10, 2012, for 92-4056, Revision 04, dated
Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series December 5, 2013, for Airbus
airplanes; and Model A340-200 and -300
series airplanes.
Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4143,
dated February 21, 2012, for Airbus Model
A340-200 and -300 series airplanes.
47175-200, 47175-300................. Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-5030, Airbus Service Bulletin A340-
Revision 01, including Appendix 1, dated 92-5008, Revision 07, dated
November 20, 2009, for Airbus Model A340- February 8, 2013, for Airbus
541 and -642 airplanes. Model A340-541 and -642
airplanes.
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(i) ``Additional Work'' on Previously Modified Airplanes
For airplanes that have already been modified (installation of
CSP on the THSA and electrical harness) before the effective date of
this AD in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of any
previous revision of an Airbus service bulletin specified in figure
2 to paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD, as applicable: Within 12
months after the effective date of this AD, do the ``Additional
Work'' specified in, and in accordance with, the Accomplishment
Instructions of the applicable Airbus service information specified
in figure 2 to paragraphs (h) and (i) of this AD.
(j) Installation of Electrical Harness on Airplanes Equipped With a CSP
For airplanes having one of the THSAs installed with a part
number listed in figure 3 to paragraph (j) of this AD, and which
have been modified by installing a CSP on the THSA as required by
paragraph (h) of this AD: Within 12 months after the effective date
of this AD, inspect to determine if the electrical harness
identified in the applicable Airbus service information specified in
figure 3 to paragraph (j) of this AD is installed on the airplane,
and if found not to be installed, modify the airplane by installing
an electrical harness, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of the Airbus service information specified in figure 3
to paragraph (j) of this AD, as applicable to the part number of the
THSA installed on the airplane. Airplanes having one of the THSAs
installed with a part number listed in figure 3 to paragraph (j) of
this AD already have the CSP installed on the THSA, and only the
electrical harness must be installed on the airplane.
Figure 3 to Paragraph (j) of This AD--Electrical Harness Installation
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Service information for
THSA P/N electrical harness installation
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47172-500, 47172-510, 47172-520, 47172- Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-
530, 47147-700, 47147-710. 3046, Revision 07, dated
January 13, 2017, for Airbus
Model A330-200 and -300 series
airplanes.
Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-
4056, Revision 04, dated
December 5, 2013, for Airbus
Model A340-200 and -300 series
airplanes.
47175-500, 47175-520, 47175-530........ Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-
5008, Revision 07, dated
February 8, 2013, for Airbus
Model A340-541 and -642
airplanes.
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(k) Terminating Action for Repetitive Inspections of Airbus Model A330-
200 and -300 Series Airplanes
Accomplishment of a modification before the effective date of
this AD, using the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A330-27-3137, dated March 20, 2007; or Revision 01, dated
December 6, 2007; and Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision
04, dated July 15, 2010; or Revision 05, dated November 7, 2011; or
Revision 06, dated November 15, 2013; terminates the repetitive
inspections specified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(4) of this
AD. Modification of an airplane as required by this paragraph does
not constitute terminating action for the actions specified in
paragraph (g)(2) of this AD or the additional work specified in
paragraph (i) of this AD.
(1) Task 274400-00001-1-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
check the gap at the secondary nut trunnion, of Airbus A330 ALS Part
4--System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 05,
dated October 19, 2015.
(2) Task 274400-00001-2-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
check the CSPs, of Airbus A330 ALS Part 4--System Equipment
Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 05, dated October 19,
2015.
(3) Task 274400-00001-3-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
check the CSPs, of Airbus A330 ALS Part 4--System Equipment
Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 05, dated October 19,
2015.
(4) Task 274400-00001-4-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
check the CSPs, of Airbus A330 ALS Part 4--System Equipment
Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 05, dated October 19,
2015.
(l) Terminating Action for Repetitive Inspections of Airbus Model A340-
200 and -300 Series Airplanes
Accomplishment of a modification in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4143,
dated February 21, 2012; and Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4056,
Revision 03, dated July 16, 2010; terminates the actions required by
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD for modified Airbus Model A340-200 and -
300 series airplanes only. Modification of an airplane as specified
in this paragraph does not constitute terminating action for the
actions specified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, or the additional
work specified in paragraph (i) of this AD.
(m) Terminating Action for Repetitive Inspections of Airbus Model A340-
200 and -300 Series Airplanes
Accomplishment of a modification before the effective date of
this AD using the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Service
Bulletin A340-27-4136, including Appendix 1, dated March 20, 2007;
or Revision 01, including Appendix 1, dated December 6, 2007; and
Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4056, Revision 03, dated July 16,
2010; terminates the repetitive inspections specified in paragraphs
(m)(1) through (m)(4) of this AD. Modification of an airplane as
specified in this paragraph does not constitute terminating action
for the actions specified in paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, or the
additional work specified in paragraph (i) of this AD.
(1) Task 274400-00001-1-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
gap check at the secondary nut trunnion, of Airbus A340 ALS Part 4--
System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 04, dated
October 19, 2015.
[[Page 34256]]
(2) Task 274400-00001-2-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
CSP check, of Airbus A340 ALS Part 4--System Equipment Maintenance
Requirements (SEMR), Revision 04, dated October 19, 2015.
(3) Task 274400-00001-3-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
CSP check, of Airbus A340 ALS Part 4--System Equipment Maintenance
Requirements (SEMR), Revision 04, dated October 19, 2015.
(4) Task 274400-00001-4-E, Detailed inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load path and
CSP check, of A340 ALS Part 4--System Equipment Maintenance
Requirements (SEMR), Revision 04, dated October 19, 2015.
(n) Exceptions to the Actions in Certain Service Information and
Paragraph (h) of This AD
(1) Where Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3102, Revision 09,
dated March 29, 2016 (for Model A330 series airplanes); or Airbus
Service Bulletin A340-27-4107, Revision 09, dated March 29, 2016
(for Model A340 series airplanes); specifies to contact Airbus for a
damage assessment: Before further flight, accomplish the required
actions in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph
(s)(2) of this AD.
(2) For airplanes that already had the electrical harness
installed during production using Airbus Modifications 52269 and
56056 for Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes and Airbus
Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes, and using Airbus
Modifications 52191 and 56058 for Model A340-500 and -600 series
airplanes: Only the CSP must be installed on the THSA in accordance
with applicable Airbus service bulletins and within the compliance
time specified in paragraph (h) of this AD.
(o) Terminating Action for Repetitive Inspections for Airplanes on
Which Actions Required by Paragraph (h), (i), or (j) of This AD Are
Done
Modification of an airplane as required by paragraph (h), (i),
or (j) of this AD, as applicable, constitutes terminating action for
that airplane for the applicable actions identified in paragraphs
(o)(1) through (o)(4) of this AD.
(1) For all airplanes: The actions required by paragraph (g) of
this AD.
(2) For Model A340-500 and -600 series airplanes: Task 274000-
B0002-1-C, Inspection of the ball-screw assembly for integrity of
the primary and secondary load paths, of Airbus A340 ALS Part 3--
Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMR), Revision 03, dated
October 19, 2015.
(3) For Model A330-200 and -300 series airplanes: The ALS tasks
identified in paragraphs (k)(1) through (k)(4) of this AD.
(4) For Model A340-200 and -300 series airplanes: The ALS tasks
identified in paragraphs (m)(1) through (m)(4) of this AD.
(p) Ball-Screw Assembly Inspection for Certain Airplanes
For Model A340-500 and -600 airplanes that are in post-Airbus
Service Bulletin A340-92-5008, at Revision 06 or earlier,
configuration: Before exceeding the threshold or interval, as
applicable, of Task 274000-B0002-1-C, Inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load paths, of
Airbus A340 ALS Part 3--Certification Maintenance Requirements
(CMR), Revision 03, dated October 19, 2015, or within 3 months after
the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later, accomplish
Task 274000-B0002-1-C, Inspection of the ball-screw assembly for
integrity of the primary and secondary load paths, of Airbus A340
ALS Part 3--Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMR), Revision
03, dated October 19, 2015; and do all applicable corrective
actions. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight
using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA
DOA. Repeat Task 274000-B0002-1-C, Inspection of the ball-screw
assembly for integrity of the primary and secondary load paths,
thereafter at the applicable intervals specified in Airbus A340 ALS
Part 3--CMRs, Revision 03, dated October 19, 2015.
(q) Parts Installation Prohibitions
(1) For all airplanes except Group 2 airplanes as identified in
figure 1 to paragraphs (g), (h), and (q) of this AD: After
modification of the airplane as required by paragraph (h), (i), or
(j) of this AD, as applicable, no person may install any THSA having
part number (P/N) 47172-300, P/N 47147-500, P/N 47175-200, or P/N
47175-300.
(2) For Group 2 airplanes, as identified in figure 1 to
paragraphs (g), (h), and (q) of this AD: As of the effective date of
this AD, no person may install on any Group 2 airplane any THSA
having P/N 47172-300, P/N 47147-500, P/N 47175-200, or P/N 47175-
300.
(r) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, if those actions were performed before
the effective date of this AD using the applicable service
information specified in paragraphs (r)(1)(i) through (r)(1)(iv) of
this AD.
(i) Task 274400-00002-1-E, Lubrication of the THSA ball-nut, of
Airbus A330 ALS Part 4--Ageing Systems Maintenance, Revision 03,
dated September 9, 2011 (for Model A330 series airplanes).
(ii) Task 274400-00002-1-E, Lubrication of the THSA ball-nut, of
Airbus A330 ALS Part 4--Ageing Systems Maintenance, Revision 04,
dated August 27, 2013 (for Model A330 series airplanes).
(iii) Task 274400-00002-1-E, Lubrication of the THSA ball-nut,
of Airbus A340 ALS Part 4--Ageing Systems Maintenance, Revision 02,
dated October 12, 2011 (for Model A340-200 and -300 series
airplanes).
(iv) Task 274400-00002-1-E, Lubrication of the THSA ball-nut, of
Airbus A340 ALS Part 4--Ageing Systems Maintenance, Revision 03,
dated November 15, 2012 (for Model A340-200 and -300 series
airplanes).
(2) This paragraph provides credit for the electrical harness
installation required by paragraph (h) of this AD and the inspection
and electrical harness installation required by paragraph (j) of
this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date
of this AD using Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 06,
dated November 15, 2013.
(s) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the International Branch, send it to it to the attention
of the person identified in paragraph (t)(2) of this AD. Information
may be emailed to: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7b42563a3536564a4a4d563a3834563a36343856293e2a2e3e282f283b1d1a1a551c140d"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="320b1f737c7f1f0303041f73717d1f737f7d711f6077636777616661725453531c555d44">[email protected]</span></a>. Before using
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the effective date of
this AD, for any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions
from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method
approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA; or EASA; or Airbus's EASA DOA. If
approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized
signature.
(t) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2014-0219, dated September 29,
2014, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD
docket on the Internet at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2016-9393.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Vladimir
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1138; fax 425-227-1149.
(3) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (u)(3) and (u)(4) of this AD.
(u) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
[[Page 34257]]
(i) Airbus A330 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part 4--
System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 05, dated
October 19, 2015.
(ii) Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part
3--Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMR), Revision 03, dated
October 19, 2015.
(iii) Airbus A340 Airworthiness Limitations Section (ALS) Part
4--System Equipment Maintenance Requirements (SEMR), Revision 04,
dated October 19, 2015.
(iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3102, Revision 09, dated
March 29, 2016.
(v) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, including Appendix 01,
dated March 20, 2007.
(vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, Revision 01,
including Appendix 1, dated December 6, 2007.
(vii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3137, Revision 02, dated
January 18, 2010.
(viii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-27-3143, Revision 01, dated
July 10, 2012.
(ix) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 04, dated
July 16, 2010.
(x) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 05, dated
November 7, 2011.
(xi) Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3046, Revision 07, dated
January 13, 2017.
(xii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4107, Revision 09, dated
March 29, 2016.
(xiii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136, including Appendix
01, dated March 20, 2007.
(xiv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136, Revision 01,
including Appendix 1, dated December 6, 2007.
(xv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4136, Revision 02,
including Appendix 1, dated February 24, 2010.
(xvi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-4143, dated February 21,
2012.
(xvii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-27-5030, Revision 01,
including Appendix 1, dated November 20, 2009.
(xviii) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4056, Revision 03, dated
July 16, 2010.
(xix) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4056, Revision 04, dated
December 5, 2013.
(xx) Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-5008, Revision 07, dated
February 8, 2013.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus, Airworthiness Office--EIAS, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5
61 93 44 51; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#543537373b213a207a353d26233b26203c7931352714353d263621277a373b39"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="ef8e8c8c809a819bc18e869d98809d9b87c28a8e9caf8e869d8d9a9cc18c8082">[email protected]</span></a>; Internet <a href="http://www.airbus.com">http://www.airbus.com</a>.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: <a href="http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html">http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html</a>.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 15, 2017.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-14923 Filed 7-21-17; 8:45 am]
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