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Airworthiness Directives; Agusta S.p.A. Model A109E, A109S, and A119 Helicopters

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Agusta S.p.A. Model A109E, A109S, and A119 helicopters. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), the technical agent for Italy, with which we have a bilateral agreement, states in the MCAI:

During a ground test of the emergency door release system, the Pilot doors failed to disengage. Investigation determined that the reason of this malfunction is interference between the lower hinge and the fuselage structure. This condition, if not corrected, creates the risk of nondisengagement of the Pilot and/or Copilot doors during an emergency, inhibiting the evacuation of the aircraft, possibly resulting in injuries to the occupants.
This AD requires actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition caused by interference between the pilot or copilot door low

Extended Operations (ETOPS) of Multi-Engine Airplanes

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The Federal Aviation Administration is amending its regulations governing extended range operations of turbine powered multiengine airplanes operated by air carriers and in commuter and on demand passenger carrying operations. This action clarifies the qualifications of individuals who certify by signature the ETOPS pre departure service check for ETOPS flights.

This change follows current FAA guidance and clarifies the regulations for the affected public.

Performance and Handling Qualities Requirements for Rotorcraft; Correcting Amendment

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA is correcting a previously published final rule entitled Performance and Handling Qualities Requirements for Rotorcraft. In that final rule, we inadvertently left two cited references unchanged. The intent of this action is to correct the error in the regulation to ensure the requirement is clear and accurate.

Proposed Establishment of Class E Airspace; Weiser, ID

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This action proposes to establish Class E airspace at Weiser Municipal Airport, Weiser, ID. Additional controlled airspace is necessary to accommodate aircraft using a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Standard Instrument Approach Procedure (SIAP) at Weiser Municipal Airport, Weiser, ID. The FAA is proposing this action to enhance the safety and management of aircraft operations at Weiser Municipal Airport, Weiser, ID.

Notice of Approval of the Record of Decision for Proposed Development at the Flying Cloud Airport, Eden Prairie, MN

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA is announcing approval of the Record of Decision on the Final Environmental Impact Statement and Section 303c Evaluation for proposed development at the Flying Cloud Airport (FCM), Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Railroad Operating Rules: Program of Operational Tests and Inspections; Railroad Operating Practices: Handling

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This document responds to four petitions for reconsideration of FRA's final rule which was published on February 13, 2008. The rule mandated certain changes to a railroad's program of operational tests and inspections and mandated new requirements for the handling of equipment, switches, and fixed derails.

Requested Administrative Waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

As authorized by Pub. L. 105-383 and Pub. L. 107-295, the Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to grant waivers of the U.S. build requirement of the coastwise laws under certain circumstances. A request for such a waiver has been received by MARAD. The vessel, and a brief description of the proposed service, is listed below. The complete application is given in DOT docket MARAD20080052 at http:// www.regulations.gov. Interested parties may comment on the effect this action may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses in the U.S. that use U.S.flag vessels. If MARAD determines, in accordance with Pub. L. 105383 and MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR Part 388 (68 FR 23084; April 30, 2003), that the issuance of the waiver will have an unduly adverse effect on a U.S.vessel builder or a business that uses U.S.flag vessels

Requested Administrative Waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

As authorized by Pub. L. 105-383 and Pub. L. 107-295, the Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to grant waivers of the U.S. build requirement of the coastwise laws under certain circumstances. A request for such a waiver has been received by MARAD. The vessel, and a brief description of the proposed service, is listed below. The complete application is given in DOT docket MARAD20080050 at http:// www.regulations.gov. Interested parties may comment on the effect this action may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses in the U.S. that use U.S.flag vessels. If MARAD determines, in accordance with Pub. L. 105383 and MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR Part 388 (68 FR 23084; April 30, 2003), that the issuance of the waiver will have an unduly adverse effect on a U.S.vessel builder or a business that uses U.S.flag vessels

Requested Administrative Waiver of the Coastwise Trade Laws

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

As authorized by Pub. L. 105-383 and Pub. L. 107-295, the Secretary of Transportation, as represented by the Maritime Administration (MARAD), is authorized to grant waivers of the U.S. build requirement of the coastwise laws under certain circumstances. A request for such a waiver has been received by MARAD. The vessel, and a brief description of the proposed service, is listed below. The complete application is given in DOT docket MARAD20080051 at http:// www.regulations.gov. Interested parties may comment on the effect this action may have on U.S. vessel builders or businesses in the U.S. that use U.S.flag vessels. If MARAD determines, in accordance with Pub. L. 105383 and MARAD's regulations at 46 CFR Part 388 (68 FR 23084; April 30, 2003), that the issuance of the waiver will have an unduly adverse effect on a U.S.vessel builder or a business that uses U.S.flag vessels

Anthropomorphic Test Devices; ES-2re Side Impact Crash Test Dummy 50th Percentile Adult Male

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This final rule responds to petitions for reconsideration of a December 6, 2006 final rule establishing in 49 CFR part 572 a new mid size adult male side crash test dummy, called the ``ES2re'' test dummy. The petitions were submitted by the Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers, First Technology Safety Systems, and Denton ATD. In response to the petitions, this document slightly revises the specifications for conducting the neck assembly qualification test, narrows the tolerances for the tuning spring rates for the dummy's thorax, revises performance corridors for the full body thorax test, corrects crossreferences in the Part 572 regulatory text and makes minor changes to the drawing package and user's manual for the test dummy.

Advisory Council on Transportation Statistics

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

This notice announces, pursuant to section 10(A)(2) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) (Public Law 72363; 5 U.S.C. app. 2), a meeting of the BTS Advisory Council on Transportation Statistics (ACTS). The meeting will be held Thursday, July 31, 2008, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The meeting will take place at the U.S. Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE., Washington DC, on the 1st Floor, West Building, in the Oklahoma City Room.

The ACTS, established under section 6007 of Public Law 102240, Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991, December 18, 1991, and chartered on June 19, 1995, was created to advise the Director of BTS on transportation statistics and analyses, including whether or not the statistics and analysis disseminated by the BTS are of high quality and are based upon the best available objective information.

The following is a summary of the meeting's agenda: (1) Introductions and Opening Remarks; (2) Program Update (a) Safety Data, (b) S

Notice and Request for Comments

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

As part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, and as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, 44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. (PRA), the Surface Transportation Board (STB or Board) gives notice of its intent to request from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval without change of an existing information collection. This information collection is described in detail below. Comments are requested concerning (1) The accuracy of the Board's burden estimates; (2) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information collected; (3) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on the respondents, including the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology, when appropriate; and (4) whether this collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Board, including whether the collection has practical utility. Submitted comments will be summarized and included in the Board's

Notice of Applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Foreign Air Carrier Permits Filed

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The following Applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Foreign Air Carrier Permits were filed under Subpart B (formerly Subpart Q) of the Department of Transportation's Procedural Regulations (See 14 CFR 301.201 et seq.). The due date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motions to Modify Scope are set forth below for each application. Following the Answer period DOT may process the application
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by expedited procedures. Such procedures may consist of the adoption of a showcause order, a tentative order, or in appropriate cases a final order without further proceedings.

Docket Number: DOTOST20080113.

Date Filed: March 17, 2008.

Due Date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motion to Modify Scope: April 7, 2008.

Description: Application of Oceanair Linhas Aereas Ltda. requesting exemption authority and a foreign air carrier permit authorizing it to engage in scheduled foreign air transportation of persons, property and mail betw

Aviation Proceedings, Agreements Filed the Week Ending March 28, 2008

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The following Agreements were filed with the Department of Transportation under sections 412 and 414 of the Federal Aviation Act, as amended (49 U.S.C. 1382 and 1384) and procedures governing proceedings to enforce these provisions. Answers may be filed within 21 days after the filing of the application.

Docket Number: DOTOST20080120.

Date Filed: March 25, 2008.

Parties: Members of the International Air Transport Association.

Subject: TC23/123 Middle EastSouth West Pacific, Resolutions and Specified Fares Tables, (Memo 0349), Intended effective date: 1 April 2008.

Docket Number: DOTOST20080122.

Date Filed: March 27, 2008.

Parties: Members of the International Air Transport Association.

Subject: TC2 EuropeMiddle East (Memo 0243). TC2 EuropeAfrica (Memo 0254). Expedited Composite Resolutions. Minutes: TC2 Europe Middle East (Memo 0245). Minutes: TC2 EuropeAfrica (Memo 0255). Intended effective date: 1 November 2008.
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Docket Number: DOTOST20080123.

Aviation Proceedings, Agreements Filed the Week Ending March 21, 2008

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The following Agreements were filed with the Department of Transportation under the Sections 412 and 414 of the Federal Aviation Act, as amended (49 U.S.C. 1383 and 1384) and Procedures Governing Proceedings To Enforce These Provisions. Answers May Be Filed Within 21 Days After the Filing of the Application.

Docket Number: DOTOST20080108.

Date Filed: March 17, 2008.

Parties: Members of the International Air Transport Association.

Subject: TC12 North AtlanticAfrica, (except between USA and Reunion), Resolutions and Specified Fares Tables, (Memo 0263). Minutes: TC12 North, Mid, South AtlanticMiddle East, TC12 North, Mid, South AtlanticAfrica, (Memo 0267 / 0283). Intended effective date: 1 May 2008.

Docket Number: DOTOST20080109.

Date Filed: March 17, 2008.

Parties: Members of the International Air Transport Association.

Subject: TC12 North AtlanticAfrica between USA and Reunion, Resolutions and Specified Fares Tables, (Memo 0264). Minutes: TC12 North, Mid, South At

Notice of Applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Foreign Air Carrier Permits Filed

Mon, Jun 16 2008 11:00:00 GMT

The following Applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity and Foreign Air Carrier Permits were filed under Subpart B (formerly Subpart Q) of the Department of Transportation's Procedural Regulations (See 14 CFR 301.201 et seq.). The due date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motions to Modify Scope are set forth below for each application. Following the Answer period DOT may process the application by expedited procedures. Such procedures may consist of the adoption of a showcause order, a tentative order, or in appropriate cases a final order without further proceedings.

Docket Number: DOTOST20080124.

Date Filed: March 28, 2008.

Due Date for Answers, Conforming Applications, or Motion to Modify Scope: April 18, 2008.

Description: Application of TUI Airlines Belgium N.V. d/b/a Jetairfly requesting an expedited exemption, and a foreign air carrier permit, authorizing foreign scheduled and charter air transportation of persons, property and mail to t