On July 2, 2002, the FAA issued AD 2002-14- 05, amendment 39-12805 (67 FR 47640, July 19, 2002), applicable to certain McDonnell Douglas Model MD-11 airplanes, to require repetitive general visual inspections of the power feeder cables, terminal strip, fuseholder, and fuses of the galley load control unit (GLCU) within the No. 3 bay electrical power center to detect damage; and corrective actions, if necessary. That AD also requires replacement of the electrical wiring of the galley in the electrical power center in bays 1, 2, and 3 with larger gage cable assemblies, which terminates the repetitive inspections. That action was prompted by the FAA's determination that further rulemaking action was necessary to mandate the terminating action. The actions required by that AD are intended to prevent damage to the wire assembly terminal lugs and overheating of the power feeder cables on the No. 3 and 4 GLCU, which could result in smoke and fire in the center accessory compartment. \n\nActions Since Issuance of Previous AD \n\n\tSince the issuance of AD 2002-14-05, the airplane manufacturer has informed the FAA that accomplishment of the replacement specified in Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-24-184, dated February 22, 2001, which is required by paragraph (c) of that AD, could result in additional wire chafing damage in the electrical power center (EPC) due to insufficient clearance from structure. Such chafing, if not corrected, could cause arcing and consequent smoke and fire in the electrical power center. Boeing also has informed us that it is planning to revise Boeing Service Bulletin MD11-24-184. \n\nFAA's Determination \n\n\tIn light of the identified unsafe condition, we have determined that the replacement required by paragraph (c) of AD 2002-14-05 is no longer acceptable as terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraphs (a) and (b) of that AD, and that those repetitive inspections must continue to be done, until anew terminating action is developed, approved, and available. \n\nExplanation of Relevant Service Information \n\n\tWe previously reviewed and approved McDonnell Douglas Alert Service Bulletin MD11-24A160, Revision 01, dated November 11, 1999, which describes procedures for repetitive general visual inspections of the power feeder cables, terminal strip, fuseholder, and fuses of the GLCU within the No. 3 bay electrical power center; and corrective actions, if necessary. The corrective actions include replacement of power feeder cables, fuseholder, and/or fuses, as applicable, with new parts.\n \n\tWe also previously reviewed and approved McDonnell Douglas Alert Service Bulletin MD11-24A160, dated August 30, 1999, which describes the same procedures as Revision 01 of the service bulletin. However, the inspection is only accomplished once, rather than repetitively. Therefore, this service bulletin is also provided as a source of accomplishment instructions for the required general visualinspections and corrective actions. \n\n\tAccomplishment of the actions specified in the service bulletins is intended to adequately address the identified unsafe condition. \n\nExplanation of Requirements of Rule \n\n\tSince an unsafe condition has been identified that is likely to exist or develop on other airplanes of this same type design, this AD supersedes AD 2002-14-05 to require repetitive general visual inspections of the power feeder cables, terminal strip, fuseholder, and fuses of the GLCU within the No. 3 bay electrical power center to detect damage; and corrective actions, if necessary. The actions will be required to be accomplished in accordance with the service bulletins described previously. \n\nInterim Action \n\n\tThis is considered to be interim action. The airplane manufacturer has advised that it currently is developing a replacement that will address the unsafe condition addressed by this AD. Once this replacement is developed, approved, and available, we may consider additional rulemaking. \n\nDetermination of Rule's Effective Date \n\n\tSince a situation exists that requires the immediate adoption of this regulation, it is found that notice and opportunity for prior public comment hereon are impracticable, and that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days. \n\nComments Invited \n\n\tAlthough this action is in the form of a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety and, thus, was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for public comment, comments are invited on this rule. Interested persons are invited to comment on this rule by submitting such written data, views, or arguments as they may desire. Communications shall identify the Rules Docket number and be submitted in triplicate to the address specified under the caption ADDRESSES. All communications received on or before the closing date for comments will be considered, and this rule may be amended in light of the comments received. Factual information that supports the commenter's ideas and suggestions is extremely helpful in evaluating the effectiveness of the AD action and determining whether additional rulemaking action would be needed.\n \n\tSubmit comments using the following format:\n\nOrganize comments issue-by-issue. For example, discuss a request to change the compliance time and a request to change the service bulletin reference as two separate issues. \n\nFor each issue, state what specific change to the AD is being requested. \n\nInclude justification (e.g., reasons or data) for each request. \n\n\tComments are specifically invited on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the rule that might suggest a need to modify the rule. All comments submitted will be available, both before and after the closing date for comments, in the Rules Docket for examination by interested persons. A report that summarizes each FAA-public contact concerned with the substance of this AD will be filed in the Rules Docket.\n \n\tCommenters wishing the FAA to acknowledge receipt of their comments submitted in response to this rule must submit a self-addressed, stamped postcard on which the following statement is made: "Comments to Docket Number 2002-NM-195-AD." The postcard will be date stamped and returned to the commenter. \n\nRegulatory Impact \n\n\tThe regulations adopted herein 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. Therefore, it is determined that this final rule does not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132.\n\n\tThe FAA has determined that this regulation is an emergency regulation that must be issued immediately to correct an unsafe condition in aircraft, and that it is not a "significant regulatory action" under Executive Order 12866. It has been determined further that this action involves an emergency regulation under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979). If it is determined that this emergency regulation otherwise would be significant under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures, a final regulatory evaluation will be prepared and placed in the Rules Docket. A copy of it, if filed, may be obtained from the Rules Docket at the location provided under the caption ADDRESSES. \n\nList of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 \n\n\tAir transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. \n\nAdoption of the Amendment \n\n\tAccordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration amends part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as follows: \n\nPART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES \n\n\t1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: \n\n\tAuthority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. \n\nSec. 39.13 (Amended) \n\n\t2. Section 39.13is amended by removing amendment 39-12805 (67 FR 47640, July 19, 2002), and by adding a new airworthiness directive (AD), amendment 39-12872, to read as follows: