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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Systems Table. Persons submitting operation and inspection. Examples of
comments should include their name systems listed included propulsion,
Coast Guard and address, identify this notice [USCG steering, life saving appliances, and fire
[USCG 98–3324] 98–3324], the specific section of the protection systems. Respondents were
Table to which each comment applies, asked to write in other systems as they
Critical Ship Safety Systems Table and and the reason for the comment. Please saw fit. The experts rated each system’s
Components of a Supplement Under submit two copies of all comments and probability of failure (ranging from not
the Alternate Compliance Program attachments in an unbound format, no probable to likely) and the consequence
larger than 81⁄2 by 11 inches, suitable for of failure (ranging from negligible to
AGENCY: Coast Guard, DOT. copying and electronic filing, to the catastrophic). These two factors were
ACTION: Notice of policy concerning DOT Docket Management Facility at the quantified and multiplied together to
critical ship safety systems and U.S. address under ADDRESSES. If you want obtain a relative risk of system failure.
Supplement review process; request for acknowledgment of receipt of your The systems were then rank ordered
comments. comment, enclose a stamped, self- based on relative risk of failure as
addressed postcard or envelope. The determined using expert opinion.
SUMMARY: The Coast Guard announces a Objective data was obtained from
Coast Guard will consider all comments
policy concerning critical ship safety received during the comment period historical data contained in the Coast
systems, the creation of the Critical Ship and may change this policy in view of Guard’s Marine Safety Information
Safety Systems Table, and their the comments. System (MSIS) database. The data
application to U.S. Supplements included 500,000 records documenting
developed by classification societies Background and Purpose discrepancies found during marine
seeking authorization under the Critical Ship Safety Systems inspections, vessel boardings, and
Alternate Compliance Program. The marine casualty investigations
Coast Guard also announces a policy The Coast Guard, in continuing to conducted during the period of 1986 to
determination on the components of a improve its Alternate Compliance May 1997. Relative risk of system failure
U.S. Supplement. Program, and in response to changes in was assessed using the underlying
the 1996 Coast Guard Authorization Act assumption that systems with an
DATES: Comments are requested by
(Pub. L. 104–324) that permit the Coast historically high number of
April 14, 1998.
Guard to rely on reports from other discrepancies or casualties were high
ADDRESSES: You may mail comments to persons and permit expanded use of
the Docket Management Facility risk and should be considered critical.
vessel classification societies (46 U.S.C. The systems were then rank ordered
[USCG–98–3324], U.S. Department of 3103, 3316), reviewed Subchapters D, F,
Transportation, Room PL–401, 400 based on relative risk of failure as
H, I, and J of Title 46 of the Code of determined using historical data. The
Seventh Street SW., Washington, DC Federal Regulations (CFR) to determine
20590–0001, or deliver them to room high risk items from each assessment
critical ship safety systems. The review method were then combined to yield a
PL–401, located on the Plaza Level of did not include Subchapter I–A (mobile
the Nassif Building at the same address, single list of critical ship safety systems.
offshore drilling units) and Subchapter
between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday O (chemical and gas carriers) as review U.S. Supplement to Class Rules
through Friday, except Federal holidays. of these subchapters, using the same The Coast Guard applied this list of
The telephone number is (202) 366– process described here, is ongoing. critical ship safety systems to the
9329. These results will be published when Alternate Compliance Program (ACP)
The Docket Management Facility the review is completed. This review for which a final rule was published in
maintains the public docket for this also did not include operational the Federal Register (62 FR 67525) on
notice. Comments, and documents as requirements for which vessel owners December 24, 1997. The ACP alleviates
indicated in this preamble, will become and operators are still responsible and some of the cost burden on the U.S.
part of this docket and will be available for which the Coast Guard retains maritime industry resulting from the
for inspection or copying at room PL– authority to ensure compliance. Coast Guard inspection program by
401, located on the Plaza Level of the Critical ship safety systems eliminating duplicate plan review and
Nassif Building at the above address, encompass those systems that are inspections currently performed by both
between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday addressed by the applicable regulations the Coast Guard and the classification
through Friday, except Federal holidays. in 46 CFR relating to ship design and societies. The ACP improves
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: construction and, based on subjective international competitiveness of the
LCDR Raymond Petow or LCDR Daniel and objective risk assessments, are U.S. merchant fleet by allowing
Pippenger, Marine Safety and necessary for the safe operations of recognized and authorized classification
Environmental Protection (G–MSE–1), vessels. The list of critical ship safety societies to perform those inspections
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters, systems did not include those required necessary for the issuance of a
telephone: (202) 267–2997 for questions by U.S. Statute. Certificate of Inspection (COI). The final
concerning the substance of this notice Subjective assessments were obtained rule provided details on the recognition
or Paulette Twine, Chief, Documentary from a wide range of experts associated and authorization process for a
Services Division, U.S. Department of with the maritime industry including classification society wishing to
Transportation, telephone: (202) 366– licensed mariners, vessel owners and participate in the ACP. The final rule
9329 for questions concerning the filing operators, pilots, environmental explained that such a classification
and reviewing of comments. organizations, private marine surveyors, society is required to develop and
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: and Coast Guard inspectors and plan receive Coast Guard approval of a U.S.
reviewers. The assessments rated a list Supplement to its rules. The
Request for Comments of shipboard systems from regulatory supplement would contain those
The Coast Guard encourages requirements, proposed by the Coast regulations applicable for issuance of a
submission of written data, views, or Guard program managers with COI, which are not adequately covered
arguments on the Critical Ship Safety experience in areas of vessel design, by either the class society’s rules or
7496 Federal Register / Vol. 63, No. 30 / Friday, February 13, 1998 / Notices
applicable international standards. A international standards to determine if transverse framing) does not take into
supplement would also contain U.S. the standards provided a level of safety account such ancillary, but important,
statutory requirements, SOLAS for each critical system equivalent to considerations such as corrosion
interpretations, and other regulatory that of the Coast Guard regulations. allowances, inspection intervals,
requirements applicable to all ships. Critical ship safety systems adequately operating areas, coatings, cathodic
The only U.S. Supplement approved covered by international conventions protection, material selection/strength,
to date—the U.S. Supplement to were not included in the table. For shipyard, operator, crew and all other
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) example, steering gear systems, 46 CFR factors that have a great deal of
Rules—was partly developed based on 58.25, were deemed to be critical by influence on the long-term performance
the underlying principle that class rules both subjective and objective analysis. of a vessel’s structure. Because of the
plus international standards must However, the International Convention system’s nature of hull design, that is a
achieve a level of safety equivalent to for the Safety of Life at Sea, as amended hull design must consider all of the
that of Coast Guard regulatory (SOLAS), Chapter II–1, Regulation 29 structural aspects of a hull (shell
requirements. Lacking a process by provides a level of safety for steering plating, longitudinals, transverse
which to develop the supplement, the gear systems equivalent to the framing, decks, etc.) as a whole system,
comparison to the regulatory requirements of 46 CFR 58.25. and not individually; a comparison of
requirements of 46 CFR related to the Consequently, steering gear was not individual components is difficult since
design and construction of vessels included in the table. any possible shortcomings of one
eligible for the ACP was done using a Although hull structures and stability component can be offset by another
resource intensive line-by-line are identified in the table as a critical component. For example, thinner shell
approach. Any instance in which a ship safety system, for the purpose of
plating can be compensated with
Coast Guard regulation was found to be developing a U.S. Supplement, a
additional stiffeners.
inadequately covered by the different approach was taken to assess
combination of ABS Rules and whether classification society structural Therefore, the Coast Guard proposes
international conventions resulted in an rules provide an equivalent level of to determine the equivalence of
entry in the supplement. This approach safety. The structural design of any ship classification society structural rules
was applied to each and every Title 46 is based on many factors, including size, through an assessment of the service
regulation in Subchapters D, F, H, I, J, service, owner requirements, operating history (structural failures documented
N, and O without regard to the fact that environment, and cargo, as well as the in reports from classification society
a system required by ABS rules and ship’s classification society’s calculation surveyors) of the classed fleet and the
international standards may have methods and philosophies on the approach taken by the class society
provided an equivalent level of safety. importance of these and other factors. towards rule review and updating as
As a result, several entries not germane Classification society rules take these appropriate. The ideal classification
to the safe operation of ABS classed factors into consideration when society not only maintains an excellent
vessels inspected under the ACP, determining the minimum required service history, but also takes an
appeared in the first U.S. Supplement to scantlings; which are the dimensions of aggressive approach to rule review and
ABS Rules. the various framework parts of the updating by systematically evaluating
The line-by-line approach was a time structure, such as the frames, beams, casualty statistics and surveyor reports
consuming process for both the flooring, stringers, and hull plating. to identify trends and implement
classification society and the Coast Because of the numerous factors, corrective changes before casualties
Guard. Further, the resulting philosophies, and calculation methods, occur. In evaluating a classification
supplement was likely to include no two societies have the same rules for society, the Coast Guard will also
requirements that provided little, if any, determining structural scantlings. Even compare the society’s rules on
additional safety when the dissimilar within the same classification society, structures to the International
standards were combined. With requests there may be several different ways to Association of Classification Society
to participate in ACP from Lloyd’s determine scantlings. For instance, an (IACS) requirements, and where
Register of Shipping, Det Norske Veritas ABS classed tanker or bulk carrier may appropriate, review the class society’s
and Germanischer Lloyd, it became be designed using the ABS Rule book or reasoning for not adopting the IACS
apparent that a more efficient process of the Safehull program. The ABS Rule standard.
preparing and reviewing U.S. book contains formulas for scantlings
Supplements had to be developed. As that have been developed over years of The stability portion of the critical
such, the Coast Guard is adopting the experience, whereas the Safehull ship safety systems table references
risk-based approach described here program, a computer program International Maritime Organization
which focuses on critical ship safety developed by ABS, approaches (IMO) Resolution A.479(18), Code of
systems. Differences between class rules structural design by linking the Intact Stability for All Types of Ships
plus international standards and Coast scantlings to the structural loadings Covered by IMO Instruments. The U.S.
Guard regulations are acceptable expected over the life of the vessel. was a key player in the development of
provided each critical ship safety Since the basis of classification is to this international resolution and,
system attains an equivalent level of determine that a vessel’s structure is fit therefore, it is accepted by the Coast
safety. for its intended purpose, a society Guard as an equivalent to the intact
The Coast Guard used the list of generally puts a great deal of discretion stability requirements in Title 46 CFR.
critical ship safety systems to develop a into their rules to handle new or novel Because SOLAS recommends vessels
table which may be used as a tool designs. voluntarily comply with this resolution,
during development and review of U.S. While it is possible to identify a and because the Coast Guard desires to
Supplements. The table of critical ship number of major components that we harmonize its regulations with
safety systems was created by think should be comparable in international standards, IMO Resolution
comparing the list of critical ship safety scantlings, to dictate specific A.479(18) was chosen as the standard by
systems developed by subjective and requirements for each structure (e.g., which to evaluate each class society’s
objective risk assessments to plate thickness, longitudinals, stability requirements.
Federal Register / Vol. 63, No. 30 / Friday, February 13, 1998 / Notices 7497
Critical Ship Safety Systems Table demonstrate that their class rules discussed methods of determining
The following table contains those provide an equivalent level of safety to equivalence are applicable. In cases
critical ship safety systems not the regulatory cite for each of the critical where equivalence cannot be shown,
adequately covered by international ship safety systems. For the structures requirements must be included in the
standards. Class societies must and stability section, the previously U.S. Supplement to bridge the gaps.
Critical system Regulation (46 CFR * * *)
SUBCHAPTER D—TANK VESSELS
Lifesaving appliances and arrangements .................................................................................................................. 31.36–1.
Guards in dangerous places ...................................................................................................................................... 32.02–15.
Anchors, chains, and hawsers ................................................................................................................................... 32.15–15.
Pressure vacuum relief valves ................................................................................................................................... 32.20–5.
Pumps, piping and hose for cargo handling .............................................................................................................. 32.50.
Bilge systems ............................................................................................................................................................. 32.52.
Inert gas system ......................................................................................................................................................... 32.53.
Ventilation and venting ............................................................................................................................................... 32.55.
Fire-extinguishing systems ......................................................................................................................................... 34.05–5(a)(5), (a)(6), & (a)(7).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system controls ........................................................................................................... 34.15–10(f), 34.15–10(g).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system piping .............................................................................................................. 34.15–15(c).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system storage ........................................................................................................... 34.15–20(i).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system alarms ............................................................................................................ 34.15–30(a).
Deck foam system controls ........................................................................................................................................ 34.20–10(a), 34.20–10(e).
Deck foam system piping ........................................................................................................................................... 34.20–15(b).
Water spray extinguishing system piping .................................................................................................................. 34.25–15(b).
Water spray extinguishing system nozzles ................................................................................................................ 34.25–20(a).
Portable and semiportable extinguishers ................................................................................................................... 34.50.
Self-contained breathing apparatus ........................................................................................................................... 35.30–20(c)(1).
Vapor control system ................................................................................................................................................. Part 39.
SUBCHAPTER F—MARINE ENGINEERING
Power boilers: Adoption of Section I of the ASME Code .......................................................................................... 52.01–2.
Power boilers: Automatic controls .............................................................................................................................. 52.01–10.
Power boilers: Fusible plugs ...................................................................................................................................... 52.01–50.
Power boilers: Safety valves and safety relief valves ............................................................................................... 52.01–120.
Heating boilers: Adoption of Section IV of the ASME Code ..................................................................................... 53.01–3.
Heating boilers: Pressure relieving devices ............................................................................................................... 53.05.
Pressure vessels: Adoption of Division 1, Section VIII of ASME Code .................................................................... 54.01–2.
Pressure vessels: Standard hydrostatic test .............................................................................................................. 54.10–10.
Pressure vessels: Pneumatic test .............................................................................................................................. 54.10–15.
Pressure vessels: Pressure relief devices ................................................................................................................. 54.15.
Piping components ..................................................................................................................................................... 56.10–1.
Fittings ........................................................................................................................................................................ 56.15.
Valves employing resilient seals ................................................................................................................................ 56.20–15.
Bilge and ballast piping .............................................................................................................................................. 56.50–50.
Bilge pumps ................................................................................................................................................................ 56.50–55.
Systems containing oil ............................................................................................................................................... 56.50–60.
Burner fuel-oil service systems .................................................................................................................................. 56.50–65.
Gasoline fuel systems ................................................................................................................................................ 56.50–70.
Diesel fuel systems .................................................................................................................................................... 56.50–75.
Tank vent piping ......................................................................................................................................................... 56.50–85.
Materials ..................................................................................................................................................................... 56.60.
Welding ....................................................................................................................................................................... 56.70.
Pressure tests ............................................................................................................................................................ 56.97.
Main propulsion machinery ........................................................................................................................................ 58.05.
Internal combustion engines ...................................................................................................................................... 58.10.
Periodic tests and inspections ................................................................................................................................... Part 61.
Vital system automation ............................................................................................................................................. Part 62.
SUBCHAPTER H—PASSENGER VESSELS
Lifesaving appliances and arrangements .................................................................................................................. 70.28–1.
Ventilation ................................................................................................................................................................... 72.15.
Storm rails .................................................................................................................................................................. 72.40–10.
Barriers on vehicular ferries ....................................................................................................................................... 72.40–15.
Guards in dangerous places ...................................................................................................................................... 72.40–20.
Fixed fire extinguishing equipment ............................................................................................................................ 76.05–20.
Carbon dioxide system controls ................................................................................................................................. 76.15–10(f), 76.15–10(g).
Carbon dioxide system piping .................................................................................................................................... 76.15–15(c).
Carbon dioxide system storage ................................................................................................................................. 76.15–20(i).
Carbon dioxide system alarms ................................................................................................................................... 76.15–30(a).
Manual sprinkling system piping ................................................................................................................................ 76.23–20(b).
Manual sprinkling system heads ................................................................................................................................ 76.23–25(a).
Automatic sprinkling systems ..................................................................................................................................... 76.25–1, 76.25–35(e).
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Critical system Regulation (46 CFR * * *)
Electric fire detecting system ..................................................................................................................................... 76.27–15(b), 76.27–15(e).
Smoke detecting system ............................................................................................................................................ 76.33–20(e), 76.33–20(f).
Manual alarm system ................................................................................................................................................. 76.35–15(b), 76.35–15(d).
Portable and semiportable extinguishers ................................................................................................................... 76.50.
Anchors, chains and hawsers .................................................................................................................................... 77.07.
Emergency equipment ............................................................................................................................................... 77.30.
Fireman’s outfit ........................................................................................................................................................... 77.35–5(a) & (b).
SUBCHAPTER I—CARGO AND MISCELLANEOUS VESSELS
Lifesaving appliances and arrangements .................................................................................................................. 90.27–1.
Structural fire protection ............................................................................................................................................. 92.07–1(c).
Ventilation ................................................................................................................................................................... 92.15.
Storm rails .................................................................................................................................................................. 92.25–10.
Guards in dangerous places ...................................................................................................................................... 92.25–15.
Fixed fire extinguishing systems ................................................................................................................................ 95.05–10(d), & (e).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system controls ........................................................................................................... 95.15–10(f), 95.15–10(g).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system piping .............................................................................................................. 95.15–15(c).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system storage ........................................................................................................... 95.15–20(i).
Carbon dioxide extinguishing system alarms ............................................................................................................ 95.15–30(a).
Portable and semiportable extinguishers ................................................................................................................... 95.50.
Anchors, chains and hawsers .................................................................................................................................... 96.07.
Fireman’s outfit ........................................................................................................................................................... 96.35–5(a) & (b).
Anhydrous ammonia in bulk ....................................................................................................................................... 98.25.
Vessels carrying marine portable tanks (MPTs) ........................................................................................................ 98.30–3.
SUBCHAPTER J—ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Generator construction and circuits ........................................................................................................................... 111.12.
Motors ......................................................................................................................................................................... 111.25.
Overcurrent protection ................................................................................................................................................ 111.50.
Circuit breakers .......................................................................................................................................................... 111.54.
Wiring materials and methods ................................................................................................................................... 111.60.
Motor circuits, controllers, and protection .................................................................................................................. 111.70.
Lighting circuits and protection .................................................................................................................................. 111.75.
Electric power-operated boat winches ....................................................................................................................... 111.95.
Electric power-operated watertight door systems ...................................................................................................... 111.97.
Hazardous locations ................................................................................................................................................... 111.105.
Emergency power and lighting system ...................................................................................................................... Part 112.
Fire and smoke detecting and alarm systems ........................................................................................................... 113.10.
Automatic sprinkler alarm system .............................................................................................................................. 113.20.
General emergency alarm systems ........................................................................................................................... 113.25.
Internal communications ............................................................................................................................................ 113.30.
Engine order telegraph ............................................................................................................................................... 113.35.
Steering failure alarm systems ................................................................................................................................... 113.43.
Structures and Stability types, chemical and mechanical sailing in U.S. waters. Statutory
properties, certification, and requirements are those contained in
Comment(s) manufacture procedures. Titles 33 and 46 of the U.S.C. which are
Structures: Rules should address structural welding
Provide three examples from your procedures, including joint design, fitup,
applicable to all U.S. flagged vessels
classification society records of major filler materials, acceptance standards, which are eligible for participation in
structural failures in classed vessels over repair procedures, qualification the ACP. International interpretations
the last ten years along with the procedures, NDT procedures. include those regulations in which the
corrective action taken. Rules should include sections addressing Coast Guard clarifies requirements of
Provide three examples of major breaches requirements for primary and secondary international conventions left to the
in watertight integrity in the last ten structural members. satisfaction of the flag state. For
years along with corrective action taken. Stability: Rules should provide an equivalent
level of safety to IMO Resolution
example, SOLAS Chapter II–2,
Provide three examples of major fractures
in primary or secondary structural A.479(18), Code of Intact Stability for All Regulation 4.7.2 states, ‘‘Ships shall be
members in the last ten years along with Types of Ships Covered by IMO provided with fire hoses the number
corrective action taken. Instruments. and diameter of which shall be to the
List International Association of satisfaction of the Administration.’’ The
Classification Societies (IACS)
Supplement Components
Coast Guard provides clarification to
requirements not incorporated into The Coast Guard sees the U.S. this international requirement in 46 CFR
classification rules and discuss why they 34.10–10, 76.10–10, 95.10–10, and
have not been included.
Supplement as being comprised of
Demonstrate that Rules meet longitudinal inputs from four distinct areas: critical 108.425 where fire hose specifications
strength requirements of IACS Uniform ship safety systems, U.S. statutory are spelled out for U.S. flagged vessels.
Requirements. requirements, interpretations of The Coast Guard is working at the IMO
Rules should address structural materials international conventions, and to remove vague wording from
requirements, including acceptable regulations applicable to all vessels international conventions such as
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SOLAS by harmonizing interpretations Avenue, NW., Suite 1020, Washington, In addition, one copy of any
with other countries. One of the Coast DC, 20036. comments submitted to the FAA must
Guard’s long-term goals is to eliminate The agenda will be as follows: (1) be mailed or delivered to Mr. Willard G.
the need for administration-specific Introductory Remarks; (2) Review and Plentl, P.E. Airport Director at the
interpretations to international Approval of the Agenda; (3) Review and following address: Mr. Willard G. Plentl,
conventions. Regulations applicable to Approval of the Summary of the P.E., Airport Director, Wilmington
all vessels include the navigation safety Previous Meeting; (4) Review and International Airport, 1740 Airport
and pollution prevention regulations of Approval of Change 3 to RTCA/DO– Boulevard, Wilmington, NC 28405.
Title 33 Code of Federal Regulations. 181A; (5) Review and Approval of Air carriers and foreign air carriers
The Coast Guard plans to develop and Change 2 to RTCA/DO–218; (6) Other may submit copies of written comments
publish a Navigation and Vessel Business; (7) Date and Place of Next previously provided to the New
Inspection Circular (NVIC) listing Meeting. Hanover County Airport Authority
statutory requirements, U.S. Attendance is open to the interested under section 158.23 of Part 158.
interpretations to international public but limited to space availability. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
conventions, and regulations applicable With the approval of the chairman, Southern Region, Atlanta Airports
to all vessels. members of the public may present oral District Office, Mr. Terry R. Washington,
statements at the meeting. Persons Program Manager, 1701 Columbia
In summary, the Coast Guard will
wishing to present statements or obtain Avenue, Suite 2–260, College Park,
review U.S. Supplements submitted by
information should contact the RTCA Georgia 30337–2747, (404) 305–7143.
class societies seeking authorization
Secretariat, 1140 Connecticut Avenue, The application may be reviewed in
under the ACP against four lists of
NW., Suite 1020, Washington, DC person at this same location.
inputs: statutory requirements,
20036; (202) 833–9339 (phone); (202)
international interpretations, regulations SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA
833–9434 (fax); or http://www.rtca.org
applicable to all vessels, and the critical proposes to rule and invites public
(web site). Members of the public may
ship safety systems table. Class societies comment on the application to impose
present a written statement to the
can and should use these four lists to and use the revenue from a PFC at
committee at any time.
develop their U.S. Supplement. Anyone Wilmington International Airport under
seeking information on the content of Issued in Washington, DC, on February 9, the provisions of the Aviation Safety
these lists can contact LCDR Petow or 1998. and Capacity Expansion Act of 1990
LCDR Pippenger at the number listed Jancie L. Peters, (Title IX of the Omnibus Budget
under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. Any Designated Official. Reconciliation Act of 1990) (Pub. L.
item on the lists relating to ship design [FR Doc. 98–3727 Filed 2–12–98; 8:45 am] 101–508) and Part 158 of the Federal
or construction that is not adequately BILLING CODE 4910–13–M Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 158).
covered by class rules and applicable On February 6, 1998, the FAA
international conventions must be determined that the application to
included in a U.S. Supplement. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION impose and use the revenue from a PFC
Classification societies are in no way submitted by New Hanover County
prohibited from using the line-by-line Federal Aviation Administration Airport Authority was substantially
approach (comparing class rules and Notice of Intent To Rule on Application complete within the requirements of
international conventions to Title 46 To Impose and Use the Revenue From section 158.25 of Part 158. The FAA
regulations) in developing their U.S. a Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) at will approve or disapprove the
Supplement. However, the Coast Guard Wilmington International Airport, North application, in whole or in part, no later
believes the risk-based approach offers a Carolina than May 8, 1998. The following is a
more efficient means with which to brief overview of the application.
develop a U.S. Supplement to AGENCY: Federal Aviation Level of the proposed PFC: $3.00.
classification Society Rules. Administration (FAA), DOT. Proposed charge effective date: June
Dated: January 29, 1998. ACTION: Notice of intent to rule on 1, 1998.
application. Proposed charge expiration date:
R.C. North,
March 31, 2014.
Rear Admiral, U.S. Coast Guard, Assistant SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to rule and Total estimated PFC revenue:
Commandant for Marine Safety and invites public comment on the
Environmental Protection.
$8,251,051.
application to impose and use the Application number: 98–03–C–00–
[FR Doc. 98–3628 Filed 2–12–98; 8:45 am] revenue from a PFC at Wilmington ILM.
BILLING CODE 4910–14–P International Airport under the Brief description of proposed
provisions of the Aviation Safety and project(s): (1) Land acquisition; (2)
Capacity Expansion Act of 1990 (Title construction of new equipment
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IX of the Omnibus Budget building; (3) airfield drainage system
Reconciliation Act of 1990) (Pub. L. rehabilitation; (4) develop daylight/
Federal Aviation Administration
101–508) and part 158 of the Federal limited use taxiway; (5) establish a
RTCA Special Committee 187; Mode Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 158). 1,000 foot safety area.
Select Beacon and Data Link System DATES: Comments must be received on Class or classes of air carriers which
or before March 16, 1998. the public agency has requested not be
Pursuant to section 10(a)(2) of the ADDRESSES: Comments on this required to collect PFCs: (1) Air Taxi/
Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. application may be mailed or delivered Commercial Operators (ATCO), and (2)
L. 92–463, 5 U.S.C., Appendix 2), notice in triplicate to the FAA at the following Large Certified Route Air Carriers filing
is hereby given for Special Committee address: Atlanta Airports District Office, RTSPA Form T–100 having less than
187 meeting to be held on March 10, Campus Building, 1701 Columbia 1,000 annual enplanements at ILM.
1998, starting at 9 a.m. The meeting will Avenue, Suite 2–260, College Park, Any person may inspect the
be held at RTCA, 1140 Connecticut Georgia, 30337–2747. application in person at the FAA office
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