Published 2019-12-16 · Federal Register document 2019-26963
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Airplanes
Publication summary
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by significant changes made to the airworthiness limitations (AWLs) related to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. This AD requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to include new or revised AWLs. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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- AD identifier printed in this edition
- 2019-23-14
- Effective date printed in this edition
- 2020-01-21
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Effective Date
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective January 21, 2020.
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Affected ADs
(b) Affected ADs
This AD affects the ADs specified in paragraphs (b)(1) through
(7) of this AD.
(1) AD 2008-10-09 R1, Amendment 39-16148 (74 FR 69264, December
31, 2009) (``AD 2008-10-09 R1'').
(2) AD 2011-12-09, Amendment 39-16716 (76 FR 33988, June 10,
2011) (``AD 2011-12-09'').
(3) AD 2013-13-15, Amendment 39-17503 (78 FR 42415, July 16,
2013) (``AD 2013-13-15'').
(4) AD 2013-25-05, Amendment 39-17701 (78 FR 78701, December 27,
2013) (``AD 2013-25-05'').
(5) AD 2016-18-16, Amendment 39-18647 (81 FR 65864, September
26, 2016) (``AD 2016-18-16'').
(6) AD 2017-17-09, Amendment 39-18999 (82 FR 40477, August 25,
2017) (``AD 2017-17-09'').
(7) AD 2018-04-12, Amendment 39-19208 (83 FR 9178, March 5,
2018) (``AD 2018-04-12'').
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Applicability wording · Applicability
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -
200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in any
category.
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Subject
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel; 47,
Nitrogen Generation System.
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Unsafe Condition
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a determination that new or revised
airworthiness limitations (AWLs) are necessary related to fuel tank
ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the potential of ignition sources inside
fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could
result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.
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Compliance
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
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Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
(1) For The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, and -200C series
airplanes: Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD,
revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the information specified in Section C,
including Subsections C.1, C.2, and C.3 of Boeing 737-100/200/200C/
300/400/500 Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) and Certification
Maintenance Requirements (CMRs), D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019,
except as provided in paragraph (h) of this AD. The initial
compliance time for the ALI tasks are within the applicable
compliance times specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (x) of
this AD.
(i) For AWL No. 28-AWL-01, ``External Wires Over Center Fuel
Tank'': Within 120 months after the most recent inspection was
performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-01, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no initial inspection has
been performed.
(ii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-03, ``Fuel Quantity Indicating System
(FQIS)--Out Tank Wiring Lightning Shield to Ground Termination'':
Within 120 months after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1178, or within 120 months after the
most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-
03, whichever is later.
(iii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-21, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1228, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-21, whichever is later.
(iv) For AWL No. 28-AWL-22, ``Auxiliary Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1228, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-22, whichever is later.
(v) For AWL No. 28-AWL-23, ``Over-Current and Arcing Protection
Electrical Design Features Operation--Boost Pump Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFI)'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of the
actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1212, or within
12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-23, whichever is later.
(vi) For AWL No. 28-AWL-24, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump Power
Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment
of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1227, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-24, whichever is later.
(vii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-25, ``Auxiliary Fuel Tank Boost Pump
Power Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1227, or within 12 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-25, whichever is later.
(viii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-29, ``AC Fuel Boost Pump
Installation'': Within 72 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-29, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no inspection has been
performed in the last 72 months.
(ix) For AWL No. 47-AWL-04, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Thermal Switch'': Within 22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within
22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 22,500 flight hours
after the most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL
No. 47-AWL-04; whichever is latest.
(x) For AWL No. 47-AWL-05, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Nitrogen Enriched Air (NEA) Distribution Ducting Integrity'': Within
14,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within
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14,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 14,500 flight hours
after the most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL
No. 47-AWL-05; whichever is latest.
(2) For The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series
airplanes: Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD,
revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the information specified in Section C,
including Subsections C.1, C.2, and C.3 of Boeing 737-100/200/200C/
300/400/500 Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) and Certification
Maintenance Requirements (CMRs), D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019;
except as provided in paragraph (h) of this AD. The initial
compliance time for the ALI tasks are within the applicable
compliance times specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (xi) of
this AD.
(i) For AWL No. 28-AWL-01, ``External Wires Over Center Fuel
Tank'': Within 120 months after the most recent inspection was
performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-01, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no initial inspection has
been performed.
(ii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-03, ``Fuel Quantity Indicating System
(FQIS)--Out Tank Wiring Lightning Shield to Ground Termination'':
Within 120 months after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1175; within 120 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1183; within 120 months after accomplishment of the actions
specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1186; or within 120
months after the most recent inspection was performed as specified
in AWL No. 28-AWL-03; whichever is latest.
(iii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-20, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1216, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-20, whichever is later.
(iv) For AWL No. 28-AWL-21, ``Auxiliary Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1216, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-21, whichever is later.
(v) For AWL No. 28-AWL-22, ``Over-Current and Arcing Protection
Electrical Design Features Operation--Boost Pump Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFI)'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of the
actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1212, or within
12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-22, whichever is later.
(vi) For AWL No. 28-AWL-23, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump Power
Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment
of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1227, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-23, whichever is later.
(vii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-24, ``Auxiliary Fuel Tank Boost Pump
Power Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1227, or within 12 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-24, whichever is later.
(viii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-27, ``AC Fuel Boost Pump
Installation'': Within 72 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-27, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no inspection has been
performed in the last 72 months.
(ix) For AWL No. 28-AWL-31, ``Cushion Clamps and Teflon Sleeving
Installed on Out-of-Tank Wire Bundles Installed on Brackets that are
Mounted Directly on the Fuel Tanks'': Within 144 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1228.
(x) For AWL No. 47-AWL-04, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Thermal Switch'': Within 22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within
22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 22,500 flight hours
after the most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL
No. 47-AWL-04; whichever is latest.
(xi) For AWL No. 47-AWL-05, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Nitrogen Enriched Air (NEA) Distribution Ducting Integrity'': Within
14,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within 14,500 flight hours
after accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service
Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 14,500 flight hours after the most
recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL No. 47-AWL-05;
whichever is latest.
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Additional Acceptable Wire Types and Sleeving
(h) Additional Acceptable Wire Types and Sleeving
As an option to accomplishing the actions required by paragraph
(g) of this AD, the changes specified in paragraphs (h)(1) and (2)
of this AD are acceptable.
(1) Where AWL No. 28-AWL-05 identifies wire types BMS 13-48, BMS
13-58, and BMS 13-60, the following wire types are acceptable: MIL-
W-22759/16, SAE AS22759/16 (M22759/16), MIL-W-22759/32, SAE AS22759/
32 (M22759/32), MIL-W-22759/34, SAE AS22759/34 (M22759/34), MIL-W-
22759/41, SAE AS22759/41 (M22759/41), MIL-W-22759/86, SAE AS22759/86
(M22759/86), MIL-W-22759/87, SAE AS22759/87 (M22759/87), MIL-W-
22759/92, and SAE AS22759/92 (M22759/92); and MIL-C-27500 and NEMA
WC 27500 cables constructed from these military or SAE specification
wire types, as applicable.
(2) Where AWL No. 28-AWL-05 identifies TFE-2X Standard wall for
wire sleeving, the following sleeving materials are acceptable:
Roundit 2000NX and Varglas Type HO, HP, or HM.
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No Alternative Actions, Intervals, or Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCLs)
(i) No Alternative Actions, Intervals, or Critical Design Configuration
Control Limitations (CDCCLs)
After the existing maintenance or inspection program has been
revised as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative
actions (e.g., inspections), intervals, or CDCCLs may be used unless
the actions, intervals, and CDCCLs are approved as an alternative
method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures
specified in paragraph (k) of this AD.
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Terminating Actions for Certain AD Requirements
(j) Terminating Actions for Certain AD Requirements
Accomplishment of the revision required by paragraph (g) of this
AD terminates the requirements specified in paragraphs (j)(1)
through (7) of this AD for that airplane:
(1) All requirements of AD 2008-10-09 R1.
(2) The revision required by paragraph (l) of AD 2011-12-09.
(3) The revision required by paragraph (h) of AD 2013-13-15.
(4) The revision required by paragraph (j) of AD 2013-25-05.
(5) The revisions required by paragraphs (l) and (n) of AD 2016-
18-16.
(6) The revision required by paragraph (h) of AD 2017-17-09.
(7) The revision required by paragraph (h) of AD 2018-04-12.
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Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO 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 local Flight Standards
District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to
the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (l) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: [email protected].
(2) 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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be
used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD
if it is approved by The Boeing Company Organization Designation
Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los
Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, to make those findings. To be approved, the
repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must
meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must
specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs that were previously approved for the ADs specified in
paragraph (j) of this AD are not approved as AMOCs for this AD.
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Related Information
(l) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Serj Harutunian,
Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-
5254; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected].
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Material Incorporated by Reference
(m) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing 737-100/200/200C/300/400/500 Airworthiness
Limitations (AWLs) and Certification Maintenance Requirements
(CMRs), D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-
5600; phone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Standards 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 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, email [email protected], or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
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[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 241 (Monday, December 16, 2019)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 68326-68330]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2019-26963]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2019-0326; Product Identifier 2018-NM-166-AD; Amendment
39-19808; AD 2019-23-14]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company 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 all
The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500
series airplanes. This AD was prompted by significant changes made to
the airworthiness limitations (AWLs) related to fuel tank ignition
prevention and the nitrogen generation system. This AD requires
revising the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable,
to include new or revised AWLs. The FAA is issuing this AD to address
the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective January 21, 2020.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 21,
2020.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data
Services (C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA
90740-5600; phone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You may view this service information at the
FAA, Transport Standards 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 on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2019-
0326.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2019-
0326; 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 regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for Docket
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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: Serj Harutunian, Aerospace Engineer,
Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch, 3960 Paramount
Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-5254; fax: 562-627-
5210; email: [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all The Boeing Company
Model 737-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. The
NPRM published in the Federal Register on June 10, 2019 (84 FR 26778).
The NPRM was prompted by significant changes made to the AWLs related
to fuel tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system.
The NPRM proposed to require revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to include new or revised AWLs.
The FAA is issuing this AD to address the potential of ignition
sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel
vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the
airplane.
Comments
The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in
developing this final rule. The following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment.
Support for the NPRM
Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) agreed with the
intent of the NPRM.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment of the Proposed Actions
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that the installation of winglets
per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST01219SE does not affect the
accomplishment of the manufacturer's service instructions.
The FAA agrees with the commenter that STC ST01219SE does not
affect the accomplishment of the manufacturer's service instructions.
Therefore, the installation of STC ST01219SE does not affect the
ability to accomplish the actions required by this AD. The FAA has not
changed this AD in this regard.
Request for Additional Affected AD
Boeing requested that the FAA include AD 2018-04-12, Amendment 39-
19208 (83 FR 9178, March 5, 2018) (``AD 2018-04-12''), as an affected
AD in the proposed AD. Boeing pointed out that AD 2018-04-12 requires
operators to incorporate certain AWLs included in certain previous
revisions of Boeing 737-100/200/200C/300/400/500 Airworthiness
Limitations (AWLs) and Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMRs),
D6-38278-CMR. Boeing explained that the specific AWLs referenced by AD
2018-04-12 are still present in the latest revision mandated by this
AD, but are at a later revision, and as such, should be considered
terminating action for the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2018-04-
12. Boeing noted that AD 2013-13-15, Amendment 39-17503 (78 FR 42415,
July 16, 2013) (``AD 2013-13-15''), has similar requirements to those
in AD 2018-04-12, and that those similar requirements in AD 2013-13-15
are terminated as specified in paragraph (j)(3) of the proposed AD.
The FAA agrees with the commenter's request for the reasons
provided. The FAA has added paragraph (b)(7) to this AD to specify that
AD 2018-04-12 is affected by this AD, and paragraph (j)(7) to this AD
to specify that the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2018-04-12 are
terminated by the revision required by paragraph (g) of this AD.
Clarification That Previous Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
Are Not Approved For This AD
The regulatory text of the NPRM did not include a paragraph
specifying that AMOCs previously approved for the ADs specified in
paragraph (j) of this AD are approved for the corresponding
requirements of this AD. For clarity, the FAA has added paragraph
(k)(4) to this AD to specify that AMOCs that were previously approved
for the ADs specified in paragraph (j) of this AD are not approved as
AMOCs for this AD.
Conclusion
The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments
received, and determined that air safety and the public interest
require adopting this final rule with the changes described previously
and minor editorial changes. The FAA has determined that these minor
changes:
<bullet> Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
<bullet> Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
The FAA also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final
rule.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed Boeing 737-100/200/200C/300/400/500 Airworthiness
Limitations (AWLs) and Certification Maintenance Requirements (CMRs),
D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019. This service information describes AWLs
that include airworthiness limitation instructions (ALI) and critical
design configuration control limitations (CDCCL) tasks related to fuel
tank ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. 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
The FAA estimates that this AD affects 381 airplanes of U.S.
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:
The FAA has determined that revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program takes an average of 90 work-hours per operator,
although the FAA recognizes that this number may vary from operator to
operator. In the past, the FAA has estimated that this action takes 1
work-hour per airplane. Since operators incorporate maintenance or
inspection program changes for their affected fleet(s), the FAA has
determined that a per-operator estimate is more accurate than a per-
airplane estimate. Therefore, the FAA estimates the total cost per
operator to be $7,650 (90 work-hours x $85 per work-hour).
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
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develop on products identified in this rulemaking action.
This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.
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.
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 adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2019-23-14 The Boeing Company: Amendment 39-19808; Docket No. FAA-
2019-0326; Product Identifier 2018-NM-166-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective January 21, 2020.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD affects the ADs specified in paragraphs (b)(1) through
(7) of this AD.
(1) AD 2008-10-09 R1, Amendment 39-16148 (74 FR 69264, December
31, 2009) (``AD 2008-10-09 R1'').
(2) AD 2011-12-09, Amendment 39-16716 (76 FR 33988, June 10,
2011) (``AD 2011-12-09'').
(3) AD 2013-13-15, Amendment 39-17503 (78 FR 42415, July 16,
2013) (``AD 2013-13-15'').
(4) AD 2013-25-05, Amendment 39-17701 (78 FR 78701, December 27,
2013) (``AD 2013-25-05'').
(5) AD 2016-18-16, Amendment 39-18647 (81 FR 65864, September
26, 2016) (``AD 2016-18-16'').
(6) AD 2017-17-09, Amendment 39-18999 (82 FR 40477, August 25,
2017) (``AD 2017-17-09'').
(7) AD 2018-04-12, Amendment 39-19208 (83 FR 9178, March 5,
2018) (``AD 2018-04-12'').
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, -
200C, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes, certificated in any
category.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 28, Fuel; 47,
Nitrogen Generation System.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a determination that new or revised
airworthiness limitations (AWLs) are necessary related to fuel tank
ignition prevention and the nitrogen generation system. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the potential of ignition sources inside
fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could
result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
(1) For The Boeing Company Model 737-100, -200, and -200C series
airplanes: Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD,
revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the information specified in Section C,
including Subsections C.1, C.2, and C.3 of Boeing 737-100/200/200C/
300/400/500 Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) and Certification
Maintenance Requirements (CMRs), D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019,
except as provided in paragraph (h) of this AD. The initial
compliance time for the ALI tasks are within the applicable
compliance times specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (x) of
this AD.
(i) For AWL No. 28-AWL-01, ``External Wires Over Center Fuel
Tank'': Within 120 months after the most recent inspection was
performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-01, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no initial inspection has
been performed.
(ii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-03, ``Fuel Quantity Indicating System
(FQIS)--Out Tank Wiring Lightning Shield to Ground Termination'':
Within 120 months after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1178, or within 120 months after the
most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-
03, whichever is later.
(iii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-21, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1228, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-21, whichever is later.
(iv) For AWL No. 28-AWL-22, ``Auxiliary Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1228, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-22, whichever is later.
(v) For AWL No. 28-AWL-23, ``Over-Current and Arcing Protection
Electrical Design Features Operation--Boost Pump Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFI)'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of the
actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1212, or within
12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-23, whichever is later.
(vi) For AWL No. 28-AWL-24, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump Power
Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment
of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1227, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-24, whichever is later.
(vii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-25, ``Auxiliary Fuel Tank Boost Pump
Power Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1227, or within 12 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-25, whichever is later.
(viii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-29, ``AC Fuel Boost Pump
Installation'': Within 72 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-29, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no inspection has been
performed in the last 72 months.
(ix) For AWL No. 47-AWL-04, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Thermal Switch'': Within 22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within
22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 22,500 flight hours
after the most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL
No. 47-AWL-04; whichever is latest.
(x) For AWL No. 47-AWL-05, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Nitrogen Enriched Air (NEA) Distribution Ducting Integrity'': Within
14,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within
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14,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 14,500 flight hours
after the most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL
No. 47-AWL-05; whichever is latest.
(2) For The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series
airplanes: Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD,
revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate the information specified in Section C,
including Subsections C.1, C.2, and C.3 of Boeing 737-100/200/200C/
300/400/500 Airworthiness Limitations (AWLs) and Certification
Maintenance Requirements (CMRs), D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019;
except as provided in paragraph (h) of this AD. The initial
compliance time for the ALI tasks are within the applicable
compliance times specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (xi) of
this AD.
(i) For AWL No. 28-AWL-01, ``External Wires Over Center Fuel
Tank'': Within 120 months after the most recent inspection was
performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-01, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no initial inspection has
been performed.
(ii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-03, ``Fuel Quantity Indicating System
(FQIS)--Out Tank Wiring Lightning Shield to Ground Termination'':
Within 120 months after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1175; within 120 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1183; within 120 months after accomplishment of the actions
specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1186; or within 120
months after the most recent inspection was performed as specified
in AWL No. 28-AWL-03; whichever is latest.
(iii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-20, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1216, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-20, whichever is later.
(iv) For AWL No. 28-AWL-21, ``Auxiliary Tank Fuel Boost Pump
Automatic Shutoff System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1216, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-21, whichever is later.
(v) For AWL No. 28-AWL-22, ``Over-Current and Arcing Protection
Electrical Design Features Operation--Boost Pump Ground Fault
Interrupter (GFI)'': Within 12 months after accomplishment of the
actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1212, or within
12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-22, whichever is later.
(vi) For AWL No. 28-AWL-23, ``Center Tank Fuel Boost Pump Power
Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after accomplishment
of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-28A1227, or
within 12 months after the most recent inspection was performed as
specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-23, whichever is later.
(vii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-24, ``Auxiliary Fuel Tank Boost Pump
Power Failed On Protection System'': Within 12 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1227, or within 12 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-24, whichever is later.
(viii) For AWL No. 28-AWL-27, ``AC Fuel Boost Pump
Installation'': Within 72 months after the most recent inspection
was performed as specified in AWL No. 28-AWL-27, or within 12 months
after the effective date of this AD if no inspection has been
performed in the last 72 months.
(ix) For AWL No. 28-AWL-31, ``Cushion Clamps and Teflon Sleeving
Installed on Out-of-Tank Wire Bundles Installed on Brackets that are
Mounted Directly on the Fuel Tanks'': Within 144 months after
accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin
737-28A1228.
(x) For AWL No. 47-AWL-04, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Thermal Switch'': Within 22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of
the actions specified in Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within
22,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 22,500 flight hours
after the most recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL
No. 47-AWL-04; whichever is latest.
(xi) For AWL No. 47-AWL-05, ``Nitrogen Generation System (NGS)--
Nitrogen Enriched Air (NEA) Distribution Ducting Integrity'': Within
14,500 flight hours after accomplishment of the actions specified in
Boeing Service Bulletin 737-47-1005; within 14,500 flight hours
after accomplishment of the actions specified in Boeing Service
Bulletin 737-47-1008; or within 14,500 flight hours after the most
recent inspection was performed as specified in AWL No. 47-AWL-05;
whichever is latest.
(h) Additional Acceptable Wire Types and Sleeving
As an option to accomplishing the actions required by paragraph
(g) of this AD, the changes specified in paragraphs (h)(1) and (2)
of this AD are acceptable.
(1) Where AWL No. 28-AWL-05 identifies wire types BMS 13-48, BMS
13-58, and BMS 13-60, the following wire types are acceptable: MIL-
W-22759/16, SAE AS22759/16 (M22759/16), MIL-W-22759/32, SAE AS22759/
32 (M22759/32), MIL-W-22759/34, SAE AS22759/34 (M22759/34), MIL-W-
22759/41, SAE AS22759/41 (M22759/41), MIL-W-22759/86, SAE AS22759/86
(M22759/86), MIL-W-22759/87, SAE AS22759/87 (M22759/87), MIL-W-
22759/92, and SAE AS22759/92 (M22759/92); and MIL-C-27500 and NEMA
WC 27500 cables constructed from these military or SAE specification
wire types, as applicable.
(2) Where AWL No. 28-AWL-05 identifies TFE-2X Standard wall for
wire sleeving, the following sleeving materials are acceptable:
Roundit 2000NX and Varglas Type HO, HP, or HM.
(i) No Alternative Actions, Intervals, or Critical Design Configuration
Control Limitations (CDCCLs)
After the existing maintenance or inspection program has been
revised as required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative
actions (e.g., inspections), intervals, or CDCCLs may be used unless
the actions, intervals, and CDCCLs are approved as an alternative
method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures
specified in paragraph (k) of this AD.
(j) Terminating Actions for Certain AD Requirements
Accomplishment of the revision required by paragraph (g) of this
AD terminates the requirements specified in paragraphs (j)(1)
through (7) of this AD for that airplane:
(1) All requirements of AD 2008-10-09 R1.
(2) The revision required by paragraph (l) of AD 2011-12-09.
(3) The revision required by paragraph (h) of AD 2013-13-15.
(4) The revision required by paragraph (j) of AD 2013-25-05.
(5) The revisions required by paragraphs (l) and (n) of AD 2016-
18-16.
(6) The revision required by paragraph (h) of AD 2017-17-09.
(7) The revision required by paragraph (h) of AD 2018-04-12.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Los Angeles ACO 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 local Flight Standards
District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to
the manager of the certification office, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (l) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: [email protected].
(2) 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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable level of safety may be
used for any repair, modification, or alteration required by this AD
if it is approved by The Boeing Company Organization Designation
Authorization (ODA) that has been authorized by the Manager, Los
Angeles ACO Branch, FAA, to make those findings. To be approved, the
repair method, modification deviation, or alteration deviation must
meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must
specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs that were previously approved for the ADs specified in
paragraph (j) of this AD are not approved as AMOCs for this AD.
(l) Related Information
For more information about this AD, contact Serj Harutunian,
Aerospace Engineer, Propulsion Section, FAA, Los Angeles ACO Branch,
3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, CA 90712-4137; phone: 562-627-
5254; fax: 562-627-5210; email: [email protected].
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(m) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing 737-100/200/200C/300/400/500 Airworthiness
Limitations (AWLs) and Certification Maintenance Requirements
(CMRs), D6-38278-CMR, dated March 2019.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Contractual & Data Services
(C&DS), 2600 Westminster Blvd., MC 110-SK57, Seal Beach, CA 90740-
5600; phone: 562-797-1717; internet: https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Standards 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 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, email [email protected], or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on November 20, 2019.
Dorr Anderson,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2019-26963 Filed 12-13-19; 8:45 am]
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