The Federal Register

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Model 737300, 400, and 500 series airplanes. This proposed AD would require an inspection to determine the manufacturer and manufacture date of the oxygen masks in the passenger service unit and the lavatory and attendant box assemblies, corrective action if necessary, and other specified action. This proposed AD results from a report that several passenger masks with broken inline flow indicators were found following a mask deployment. We are proposing this AD to prevent the inline flow indicators of the passenger oxygen masks from fracturing and separating, which could inhibit oxygen flow to the masks and consequently result in exposure of the passengers and cabin attendants to hypoxia following a depressurization event.

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 767-200 and -300 Series Airplanes

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 767200 and 300 series airplanes. This proposed AD would require replacing the wire segments of the four Fuel Quantity Indicating System (FQIS) wire bundles with new, improved wire segments. This proposed AD results from operator inspections of the FQIS wire bundles that revealed corrosion at the connections between the ground wire and shield of each of the four FQIS wire bundles. We are proposing this AD to prevent this corrosion, which could reduce system protection of the lightning shield and result in loss of the electrical grounding between the lightning shield and the airplane structure. This condition, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane.

Revision of Class D and E Airspace; Kenai, AK

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action revises Class D and E airspace at Kenai, AK to provide adequate controlled airspace to contain aircraft executing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs). Five SIAPs are being amended for the Kenai Municipal Airport at Kenai, AK. Additionally, one textual departure procedure (DP) is being amended. This action revises existing Class D and E airspace upward from the surface, from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft. above the surface at the Kenai Municipal Airport, Kenai, AK.

Revision of Class E Airspace; Chevak, AK

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action revises Class E airspace at Chevak, AK to provide adequate controlled airspace to contain aircraft executing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs). Two SIAPs are being developed for the Chevak Airport. This action revises existing Class E airspace upward from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft. above the surface at the Chevak Airport, Chevak, AK.

Revision of Class E Airspace; Buckland, AK

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action revises Class E airspace at Buckland, AK to provide adequate controlled airspace to contain aircraft executing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs). Two SIAPs and a textual departure procedure (DP) are being amended for the Buckland Airport. Additionally, two SIAPs are being developed. This action revises existing Class E airspace upward from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft. above the surface at the Buckland Airport, Buckland, AK.

Environmental Impact Statement: Jefferson County, MO

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FHWA is issuing this notice to advise the public that an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) will be prepared for proposed improvements to Route MM between Route 21 and Route 30 in Jefferson County, Missouri.

Revision of Class E Airspace; Selawik, AK

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action revises Class E airspace at Selawik, AK to provide adequate controlled airspace to contain aircraft executing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs). Two SIAPs are being amended for the Selawik Airport. This action revises existing Class E airspace upward from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft. above the surface at the Selawik Airport, Selawik, AK.

National Safe Routes to School Task Force to the Secretary of Transportation

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This document announces a meeting of the National Safe Routes to School Task Force to the Secretary of Transportation. This is the fifth meeting of the Task Force. The purpose of the Task Force is to advise the Secretary of Transportation, through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Office of Safety, on strategies to advance Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Programs nationwide and to encourage children, including those with disabilities, to walk and bicycle to school pursuant to section 1404(h) of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEALU) (Pub. L. 10959, Aug. 10, 2005). The meeting is open to the public and will have time allocated for public testimony. The public is welcome to present written or oral comments to the Task Force.

Revision of Class E Airspace; Soldotna, AK

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action revises Class E airspace at Soldotna, AK to provide adequate controlled airspace to contain aircraft executing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs). Two SIAPs are being developed for the Soldotna Airport. This action revises existing Class E airspace upward from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft. above the surface at the Soldotna Airport, Soldotna, AK.

Waybill Sample

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The Surface Transportation Board provides notice that all railroads required to submit a waybill sample under 49 CFR part 1244 shall report fuel surcharge revenues in the waybill field ``Freight Revenue,'' columns 8391 in the waybill file record layout.

Revision of Class E Airspace; McGrath, AK

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action revises Class E airspace at McGrath, AK to provide adequate controlled airspace to contain aircraft executing Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs). Five SIAPs and a textual departure procedure (DP) are being amended for the McGrath Airport. Additionally, one SIAP is being developed. This action revises existing Class E airspace upward from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft. above the surface at the McGrath Airport, McGrath, AK.

Permian Basin Railways, Inc.--Acquisition of Control Exemption-- Mount Hood Railroad

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

Permian Basin Railways, Inc. (PBR) has filed a verified notice of exemption to permit PBR to acquire control of the Mount Hood Railroad (MHRR) by purchasing 100% of the outstanding stock of MHRR.\1\ \1\ A copy of a draft Agreement for Sale of Stock, as required by 49 CFR 1180.6(a)(7)(ii), was filed under seal along with a motion for protective order. The motion is being addressed in a separate decision.

PBR is a noncarrier holding company, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Iowa Pacific Holdings, also a noncarrier. PBR owns the following Class III rail carriers: TexasNew Mexico Railroad, West Texas & Lubbock Railway, Arizona Eastern Railway, San Luis & Rio Grande Railroad, and the Chicago Terminal Railway.

The transaction is scheduled to be consummated on or about December 31, 2007, but consummation can lawfully occur no earlier than January 2, 2008, the effective date of the exemption (30 days after the exemption was filed).

Applicant states that: (i) The rail lines involved in

Establishment of Class E Airspace; Oil City, PA.

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action establishes Class E Airspace at Oil City, PA to provide adequate airspace for a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed to serve the Northwest Medical Center (PS42). This action will
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enhance the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations at Oil City, PA.

Establishment of Class E Airspace; Farmington, ME

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action establishes additional Class E Airspace at Farmington, ME. The existing controlled airspace does not adequately support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed for medical flight operations. This action enhances the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations by providing the required controlled airspace to protect for this approach around Franklin Memorial Hospital

Establishment of Class E Airspace; Skowhegan, ME

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action establishes Class E Airspace at Skowhegan, ME. The existing controlled airspace from nearby Central Maine Airport does not adequately support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed for medical flight operations. This action enhances the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations by providing the required controlled airspace to protect for this approach around the RedingtonFairview General Hospital in Skowhegan.

Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Diabetes

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

FMCSA announces its decision to exempt forty-eight individuals from its rule prohibiting persons with insulintreated diabetes mellitus (ITDM) from operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce. The exemptions will enable these individuals to operate CMVs in interstate commerce.

Establishment of Class E Airspace; Lewiston, ME

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This action establishes Class E Airspace at Lewiston, ME. The existing controlled airspace from nearby Auburn/Lewiston Municipal Airport does not adequately support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning system (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed for medical flight operations. This action enhances the safety and management of Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations by providing the required controlled airspace to protect for this approach around the Central Maine Medical Center.

Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

FMCSA announces its decision to renew the exemptions from the vision requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for 26 individuals. FMCSA has statutory authority to exempt individuals from the vision requirement if the exemptions granted will not compromise safety. The Agency has concluded that granting these exemption renewals will provide a level of safety that is equivalent to, or greater than, the level of safety maintained without the exemptions for these commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers.

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330 and A340 Airplanes

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Two A330 operators have reported that the guide shaft of the Refuel Isolation Valve has been broken away from the main casting and entered the fuel tank. The Supplier Investigation evidenced that water buildsup in the cavity of the Refuel Isolation Valve and freezes during flight. When refuel pressure is applied to the piston, the ice restricts the piston travel on one side leading to an asymmetric movement of the piston resulting in breakage of the guide shaft. A nonbonded metallic object within the fuel tank can result [in] a potential ignition source, which in combination with a lightning strike constitutes an unsafe condition.
The proposed AD would require

Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

FMCSA announces its decision to renew the exemptions from the vision requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for 12 individuals. FMCSA has statutory authority to exempt individuals from the vision requirement if the exemptions granted will not compromise safety. The Agency has concluded that granting these exemption renewals will provide a level of safety that is equivalent to, or greater than, the level of safety maintained without the exemptions for these commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers.

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310-304, -322, -324, and -325 Airplanes; and A300 Model B4-601, B4-603,

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

Due to the recalculation of loads for the Multi Role Transporter and Tanker (MRTT) aircraft, it has been found that a structural reinforcement at the aft section of the fuselage (FR (frame) 87 FR91) is required for A300600 aircraft and A310 aircraft with a Trim Tank installed. * * *
The unsafe condition is the potential loss of structural integrity in the aft section of the fuselage between FR87 through FR91, inclusive, during extreme rolling and vertical maneuver combinations. The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI.

Qualification of Drivers; Exemption Applications; Vision

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

FMCSA announces its decision to renew the exemptions from the vision requirement in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations for 10 individuals. FMCSA has statutory authority to exempt individuals from the vision requirement if the exemptions granted will not compromise safety. The Agency has concluded that granting these exemption renewals will provide a level of safety that is equivalent to, or greater than, the level of safety maintained without the exemptions for these commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers.

Pipeline Safety: Meetings of the Pipeline Safety Standards Advisory Committees and a Public Workshop

Wed, Dec 19 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This notice announces public meetings of PHMSA's Technical Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (TPSSC) and Technical Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Standards Committee (THLPSSC). The Committees will meet in a joint session to discuss PHMSA's regulatory agenda and strategic plan. In conjunction with the advisory committee meetings, PHMSA will hold a public workshop.

PHMSA will hold a half day public workshop to gather comments on the use of the special permit process to allow transmission pipeline operators to vary from the 7year reassessment interval in integrity management programs. Specifically, special permits would allow operators to tailor their reassessment intervals, based on pipe specific threats. PHMSA will ask for feedback on criteria developed for use in special permits.