Rule and Implementation Information for the Aerospace
Industry
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Rule Information
Proposed and Promulgated Rules
Subpart GG - National Emission Standards for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities
Date |
Citation |
Action |
Description |
06/06/94 |
59 FR 29216 |
Proposed Rules |
Original Proposal incl. Method 309 [TTN file] |
(WPD format) |
08/01/94 |
59 FR 38949 |
Proposed Rules |
Public Hearing & Comment Period Extension |
not available |
11/22/94 |
59 FR 60101 |
Proposed Rules |
Reopening of Public Comment Period for Exterior Commercial Primers, New Coating, Milling Maskant -Type I Etchants, Control Device Capture, Recordkeeping for Low Organic HAP and VOC Primer, Depainting Small Aircraft, Depainting With HAPs, and Mhod 309 [TTN file] |
(WPD format) |
09/01/95 |
60 FR 45956 |
Rules/Regulations |
Original Promulgation w/o Method 309 |
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02/09/96 |
61 FR 4903 |
Rules/Regulations |
Correction to Initial Notification Date |
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10/29/96 |
61 FR 55842 |
Proposed Rules |
Corrections and Clarifications for References, Definitions, Cleaning, Space Vehicles, Type I Maskants,Topcoat and Primer Application and Depainting, Water-Reducible Coatings,Cleaning Solvents, Compliance Dates, Spray Booth, Monitoring, and Specialty Coatings, and New Filtration Efficiency Method 319 |
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12/17/96 |
61 FR 66227 |
Rules/Regulations |
Correction to 02/09/96 Correction |
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3/10/98 |
N/A |
Rules/Regulations |
Amendments to Final Rule, Red-line/ Strike-out version[TTN File - not published in FR] |
(WPD format) |
3/27/98 |
63 FR 15038 |
Proposed Rules |
General Aviation Definitions, Primer and Topcoat Standards, FAA Regulations, Hand-Wipe Cleaning, Automated Spray Equipment Nozzle Tips, Pumpless Waterwash System Monitoring, & Charged Media Certification With Method 319 |
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3/27/98 |
63 FR 15016 |
Rules/Regulations |
Final Rule and Release of Final Control Technique Guideline (CTG) Document. Corrections, Clarifications and Additions for References, Definitions, Cleaning, Space Vehicles, Type I Maskants, New Filtration Efficiency Method 319, Topcoat and Primer Application and Depainting,
Water-Reducible Coatings, Hand-Held Spray Cans, Cleaning Solvents, Compliance Dates, Spray Booths, Emissions Averaging, Monitoring, Depainting, Subpart A Cross Reference Table, and Specialty Coating Definitions |
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9/1/98 |
63 FR 46525 |
Rules/Regulations |
Amendments to Final Rule. New definitions for general aviation and general aviation rework facility, separate coating limits for primers and topcoats used at general aviation rework facilities, and additional changes resulting from public comments on previously proposed (October 29, 1996) amendments to the final rule. |
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9/1/98 |
N/A |
Rules/Regulations |
Amendments to Final Rule, Red-line/ Strike-out version[TTN File - not published in FR] |
(WPD format) |
1/24/00 |
65 FR 3642 |
Proposed Rules |
Proposal is to include a separate emission standard for exterior primers used for large commercial aircraft components (parts or assemblies) or fully assembled large commercial aircraft at existing facilities. |
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12/08/00 |
65 FR 76941 |
Final Rule |
Final amendments for the standards to include a separate emission limit for exterior primers used for large commercial aircraft at existing facilities that produce fully assembled, large commercial aircraft |
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NOTE: All files are Government Printing Office (GPO) files unless otherwise indicated.
Settlements
Closely Related Rules, Policies or Program Guidance
12/97 |
Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Operations CTG (EPA-453/R-97-004) |
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12/97 |
Figure 319-1, Schematic Illustration of the Fractional Efficiency Test Rig |
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Other
112(l)"Sacramento Protocol" Final Report. November 24, 1997 report provides the results of the California Air Resources Board (CARB or State),the EPA, and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD
or District) effort to determine whether identified State and District air pollution control requirements in California are technically equivalent to the requirements found in five MACT
standards, including the Aerospace NESHAP. |
Technical Information
Background Information Document (BID)/Response to comments
4/94 |
Aerospace BID for Proposed Standards, Preliminary Draft (Chapters 1-6) |
(WPD format) |
4/94 |
Aerospace BID for Proposed Standards, Preliminary Draft (Chapters 7-9) |
(WPD format) |
7/95 |
Aerospace BID for Promulgated Standards |
(WPD format) |
1/98 |
Aerospace BID for Promulgated Standards, Addendum |
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7/98 |
Aerospace BID for Promulgated Standards, Addendum |
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Questions and Answers
3/01 |
Q&A - What is the definition of "closed container" in the cleaning provisions. Note: Q&A was previously identified as question #38 in the combined workshop
and implementation Q&A document of 10/98. |
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1/01 |
Q&A - Aerospace questions (4) dealing with aircraft washing, flush cleaning, composition data, and Method 24. |
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7/99 |
Q&A - Are aerosol cans subject to Subpart GG Cleaning Requirements? |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
6/99 |
Q&A - Are aircraft evacuation systems subject to Subpart GG and 112(j)? |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
4/99 |
Q&A - Do I have to submit a NOCS if I don't perform a performance test? |
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3/99 |
Q&A - From STAPPA/ALAPCO to OAQPS. Aerospace questions (4) dealing with maskants, carcinogens/noncarcinogens, solvent recovery devices and rolling averages. |
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10/98 |
Combined Q&A's from implementation document and August workshops (files combined to provide a more user-friendly document). NOTE: Question #38 removed 3/01 and placed in separate Q&A document; clarifications to Question #109 made 10/9/01. |
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10/98 |
Q&A - Does subpart GG apply to maintenance and repair facilities? |
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10/98 |
Q&A - Is maintenance touch-up painting covered under 63.745? |
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FACT Sheets
7/95 |
FACT SHEET - Technical - Final Rule |
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7/96 |
FACT SHEET - Technical - Draft Control Technique Guidelines and Proposed Amendments |
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Risk Assessment Information (no files currently available)
Implementation Information
Implementation Tools
4/29/04 |
Final Report - Evaluation of the Effectiveness of the Implementation Tools for the Aerospace NESHAP![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
NOTICE: EPA's Subpart GG Implementation Document has been modified to reflect the final amendments published 12/8/00 and other minor typo corrections. Changes are highlighted and have been made to the following pages: i, ii, 3, 4, 7, 11, 17, 22, 27, 34, 36, 39, and 75.
1/01 (update) |
National Emission Standards for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities: Summary of Requirements for Implementing the NESHAP [Includes the 3/98 through the 12/00 final amendments and corrections to errors found through 12/29/00] (EPA-456/R-97-006) |
(WPD format) |
3/98 |
Brochure: New Regulations Controlling Air Emissions for Aerospace Manufacturing and Rework Facilities 40 CFR 63, Subpart GG [Includes the 3/98 final amendments] |
(WPD format) |
Source Identification and Location Information
Source list file currently unavailable for download |
Example Notices and Reports
Aerospace NESHAP Reporting Requirements from Naval Facilities Engineering Service Center (2/12/01 version). NOTE: This document is not sanctioned, nor has it been checked for accuracy, by the EPA. It is being provided for FYI only. |
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Initial Notification [with example responses] |
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Notification of Compliance Status [with example responses] |
(V97 format) |
Semiannual/Annual Notification Report [with and without example responses, two files zipped].
Updated 1/4/01 to reflect the 2/8/00 final amendments. All files are zipped. |
(V00 format) |
Note: To use all the functions of the Semiannual/Annual Report in the PDF version, you'll need Adobe Acrobat V4 with Exchange. Adobe
Acrobat Exchange allows you to save any data that you enter onto the PDF form. We are in the process of working with NTIS to make the PDF form bundled with Adobe Acrobat Exchange available
on CD-ROM for a minimal cost. As soon as additional information is available we'll post it here. |
Outreach and Training Materials
Note: The following files contain materials that were presented at the EPA Aerospace Training Workshop in CA (Aug 19-20, 1998), CT
(Aug 4, 1998), FL (Aug 6-7, 1998), KS (Aug 13, 1998) and WA (Aug 18, 1998). Example recordkeeping forms are provided as examples only and are not required forms. |
Aerospace NESHAP Background, overview, CTG, P2 Overview |
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Aerospace NESHAP Example Calculations |
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Example Compliance Options Checklist |
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Example #1 - Hand Wipe Cleaning Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Example #2 - Enclosed Spray Gun Cleaning Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Example #3 - Flush Cleaning Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Example #4(a) - Primer and Topcoat Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Example #5 - Paint/Depaint Booth: Pressure Drop/Water Flow Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Example #6 - Chemical Stripping Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Example #7 - Non-Chemical Paint Removal Recordkeeping Form (includes example and blank form) |
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Permitting Information
Compliance and Enforcement Information
10/15/98 |
EPA Region 10 Memo  - Preval Spray Units Applicability |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
11/19/98 |
EPA Region 10 Memo  - Aircraft interior parts (e.g. stowbins, interior doors, doorway liners, flight deck liners) applicability to the Aerospace NESHAP |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Applicability Determination Index (ADI). The ADI is maintained by EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) and provides a data base of memoranda dealing with applicability issues. The database is searchable by Subpart. |
Aerospace
Sector Notebook. Sector notebooks are developed by EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA)and contain multimedia information (air, water, and land pollutant
release data) for a specific industry. |
Air
Transportation Compliance Assistance Center. The center is maintained by EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) and provides multimedia information for the air transportation industry. |
State Programs
The Environmental Council of the States.
The website provides state delegation information for environmental programs. To view delegation information for a specific state or for a specific program, go to http://www.sso.org.
To see delegation information for the Clean Air Act specifically, go to
http://www.sso.org/ecos/states/statutes/caa.htm. |
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Pollution Prevention Publications
Page.
Website
contains links to P2 publications available for a variety of topics, including Aerospace. Aerospace information includes: (1) P2 tips for Aerospace include: "Blast Room Construction," "Blast Media Alternatives," "Powder Coatings," and "A Primer on Waterborne Coatings." (2) Articles on Aerospace include: "Basics of Spray Painting." (3) Pollution Prevention Case Studies on Aerospace include: "Substitution of a Water-Based Topcoat for a Solvent-Based
Topcoat at Geiger Brickel," and "Solvent Elimination at Lockheed Martin Aeronautical Systems." |
Other
1/4/05 updated |
Manufacturers of Paint Arrestors Certified by Method 319 |
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7/98 |
Joint EPA/NASA/USAF Interagency Depainting Study, Sixth Progress Report |
![](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090827104607im_/http://www.epa.gov/ttn/images/pdficons.gif) |
Coating Alternatives Guide (CAGE). CAGE
is a pollution prevention tool which provides information on low-emitting alternative coating technologies to coatings users. CAGE currently addresses alternative, low-emitting coatings
for metal and plastic part coating operations, but, future versions will address alternative coatings for wood, and other substrates. |
Paints and Coatings Resource Center (PCRC). EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) has created several compliance assistance
centers for the coating industry. Free membership to the PCRC can be obtained on-line. The PCRC provides regulatory compliance and pollution prevention information topcoating facilities, industry vendors and suppliers, federal, state and local agencies,
academia, and other interested parties. The site does contain information on the aerospace industry. To find aerospace related information, go to "Technical Database", "Search by
Keyword" then enter "aerospace". |
National Metal Finishing Resource Center (NMFRC). EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) has created several compliance assistance centers for the coating industry. Free membership to the NMFRC can be obtained on-line. Although the NMFRC is geared primarily toward the metal finishing industry, the site does contain information on the aerospace industry. To find aerospace related information, go to "Members", "Technical Database", "Search by Keyword" then enter "aerospace". |
Other Compliance Assistance Centers.EPA's Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance (OECA) has created several compliance assistance centers in addition to PCRC and NMFRC which may be valuable to industry in obtaining regulatory and compliance information. This link goes to the main compliance assistance center webpage which lists all centers currently available with a brief description of what type of information the center provides. |
Aerospace Industries Association (AIA).
AIA is a trade association representing manufacturers of commercial, military, and business aircraft, helicopters, aircraft engines, missiles, spacecraft, and related components and equipment. Environmental related information is available at the site. |
NOTE: Most
links on this page are pointers to other hosts and locations in the Internet.
This information is provided as a service; however the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency does not endorse, approve or otherwise support these sites.