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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2004–20006; Directorate
Identifier 2004–CE–49–AD]
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Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus
Aircraft Limited Models B4–PC11, B4–
PC11A, and B4–PC11AF Sailplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to adopt a
new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Pilatus Aircraft Limited (Pilatus) Models
B4–PC11, B4–PC11A, and B4–PC11AF
sailplanes. This proposed AD would
require you to repetitively inspect the
control-column support for cracks and,
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if any cracks are found, replace the
control-column support with a new
support. This proposed AD results from
mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by the
airworthiness authority for Switzerland.
We are issuing this proposed AD to
detect and correct cracks in the controlcolumn support, which could result in
failure of the support. This failure could
lead to loss of the primary flight control
system.
DATES: We must receive any comments
on this proposed AD by March 18, 2005.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following to
submit comments on this proposed AD:
• DOT Docket Web site: Go to
https://dms.dot.gov and follow the
instructions for sending your comments
electronically.
• Government-wide rulemaking Web
site: Go to https://www.regulations.gov
and follow the instructions for sending
your comments electronically.
• Mail: Docket Management Facility;
U.S. Department of Transportation, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building,
Room PL–401, Washington, DC 20590–
001.
• Fax: 1–202–493–2251.
• Hand Delivery: Room PL–401 on
the plaza level of the Nassif Building,
400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington,
DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
To get the service information
identified in this proposed AD, contact
Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., Customer Liaison
Manager, CH–6371 Stans, Switzerland;
telephone: +41 41 619 6208; facsimile:
+41 41 619 7311; e-mail:
fodermatt@pilatus-aircraft.com or from
Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd., Product
Support Department, 11755 Airport
Way, Broomfield, Colorado 80021;
telephone: (303) 465–9099; facsimile:
(303) 465–6040.
To view the comments to this
proposed AD, go to https://dms.dot.gov.
This is docket number FAA–2004–
20006.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Doug Rudolph, Aerospace Engineer,
FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901
Locust, Room 301, Kansas City,
Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–
4059; facsimile: (816) 329–4090.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
How do I comment on this proposed
AD? We invite you to submit any
written relevant data, views, or
arguments regarding this proposal. Send
your comments to an address listed
under ADDRESSES. Include the docket
number, ‘‘FAA–2004–20006; Directorate
Identifier 2004–CE–49–AD’’ at the
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beginning of your comments. We will
post all comments we receive, without
change, to https://dms.dot.gov, including
any personal information you provide.
We will also post a report summarizing
each substantive verbal contact with
FAA personnel concerning this
proposed rulemaking. Using the search
function of our docket Web site, anyone
can find and read the comments
received into any of our dockets,
including the name of the individual
who sent the comment (or signed the
comment on behalf of an association,
business, labor union, etc.). This is
docket number FAA–2004–20006. You
may review the DOT’s complete Privacy
Act Statement in the Federal Register
published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR
19477–78) or you may visit https://
dms.dot.gov.
Are there any specific portions of this
proposed AD I should pay attention to?
We specifically invite comments on the
overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of
this proposed AD. If you contact us
through a nonwritten communication
and that contact relates to a substantive
part of this proposed AD, we will
summarize the contact and place the
summary in the docket. We will
consider all comments received by the
closing date and may amend this
proposed AD in light of those comments
and contacts.
Docket Information
Where can I go to view the docket
information? You may view the AD
docket that contains the proposal, any
comments received, and any final
disposition in person at the DMS Docket
Offices between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
(eastern standard time), Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
The Docket Office (telephone 1–800–
647–5227) is located on the plaza level
of the Department of Transportation
Nassif Building at the street address
stated in ADDRESSES. You may also view
the AD docket on the Internet at
https://dms.dot.gov. The comments will
be available in the AD docket shortly
after the DMS receives them.
Discussion
What events have caused this
proposed AD? The Federal Office for
Civil Aviation (FOCA), which is the
airworthiness authority for Switzerland,
recently notified FAA that an unsafe
condition may exist on all Pilatus
Aircraft Limited (Pilatus) Models B4–
PC11, B4–PC11A, and B4–PC11AF
sailplanes. The FOCA reports nine
occurrences of cracks in the support of
the control-column (part number (P/N)
112.35.11.072).
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What is the potential impact if FAA
took no action? Cracks in the controlcolumn support could result in failure
and lead to loss of the primary flight
control system.
Is there service information that
applies to this subject? Pilatus has
issued Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service
Bulletin No. 1005, Revision No. 2, dated
April 22, 2004.
What are the provisions of this service
information? The service bulletin
includes procedures for:
—Inspecting the control-column
support (P/N 112.35.11.072) for cracks;
and
—Replacing the control-column support
if any cracks are found.
What action did the FOCA take? The
FOCA classified this service bulletin as
mandatory and issued Swiss AD
Number HB 2004–491, dated December
23, 2004, to ensure the continued
airworthiness of these sailplanes in
Switzerland.
Did the FOCA inform the United
States under the bilateral airworthiness
agreement? These Pilatus Models B4–
PC11, B4–PC11A, and B4–PC11AF
sailplanes are manufactured in
Switzerland and are type-certificated for
operation in the United States under the
provisions of section 21.29 of the
Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR
21.29) and the applicable bilateral
airworthiness agreement.
Under this bilateral airworthiness
agreement, the FOCA has kept us
informed of the situation described
above.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This Proposed AD
What has FAA decided? We have
examined the FOCA’s findings,
reviewed all available information, and
determined that AD action is necessary
for products of this type design that are
certificated for operation in the United
States.
Since the unsafe condition described
previously is likely to exist or develop
on other Pilatus Models B4–PC11, B4–
PC11A, and B4–PC11AF sailplanes of
the same type design that are registered
in the United States, we are proposing
AD action to detect and correct cracks
in the control-column support, which
could result in failure of the support.
This failure could lead to loss of the
primary flight control system.
What would this proposed AD
require? This proposed AD would
require you to incorporate the actions in
the previously-referenced service
bulletin.
How does the revision to 14 CFR part
39 affect this proposed AD? On July 10,
2002, we published a new version of 14
CFR part 39 (67 FR 47997, July 22,
2002), which governs FAA’s AD system.
This regulation now includes material
that relates to altered products, special
flight permits, and alternative methods
of compliance. This material previously
was included in each individual AD.
Since this material is included in 14
CFR part 39, we will not include it in
future AD actions.
Costs of Compliance
How many sailplanes would this
proposed AD impact? We estimate that
this proposed AD affects 32 sailplanes
in the U.S. registry.
What would be the cost impact of this
proposed AD on owners/operators of the
affected sailplanes? We estimate the
following costs to do this proposed
inspection of the control-column
support:
Total cost per
sailplane
Labor cost
Parts cost
1 work hour × $65 per hour = $65 ..................................................
Not applicable ............................
We estimate the following costs to do
any necessary replacements that would
be required based on the results of this
proposed inspection. We have no way of
determining the number of sailplanes
$65
Parts cost
5 work hours × $65 per hour = $325 ..............................................................................................................
What authority does FAA have for
issuing this rulemaking action? Title 49
of the United States Code specifies the
FAA’s authority to issue rules on
aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106
describes the authority of the FAA
Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation
Programs, describes in more detail the
scope of the agency’s authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701,
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
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because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this AD.
Regulatory Findings
Would this proposed AD impact
various entities? We have determined
that this proposed AD would not have
federalism implications under Executive
Order 13132. This proposed AD would
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.
Would this proposed AD involve a
significant rule or regulatory action? For
the reasons discussed above, I certify
that this proposed AD:
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that may need this replacement of the
control-column support:
Labor cost
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Total cost on U.S. operators
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$250
Total cost per
sailplane
$575
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
We prepared a summary of the costs
to comply with this proposed AD and
placed it in the AD Docket. You may get
a copy of this summary by sending a
request to us at the address listed under
ADDRESSES. Include ‘‘AD Docket FAA–
2004–20006; Directorate Identifier
2004–CE–49–AD’’ in your request.
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
§ 39.13
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Safety.
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the Federal Aviation Administration
proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
[Amended]
Pilatus Aircraft Limited: Docket No. FAA–
2004–20006; Directorate Identifier 2004–
CE–49–AD
When Is the Last Date I Can Submit
Comments on This Proposed AD?
(a) We must receive comments on this
proposed airworthiness directive (AD) by
March 18, 2005.
What Other ADs Are Affected By This
Action?
(b) None.
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
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What Sailplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD affects Models B4–PC11, B4–
PC11A, and B4–PC11AF sailplanes, all serial
numbers, that are certificated in any category.
What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in
This AD?
(d) This AD is the result of mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
issued by the airworthiness authority for
Switzerland. The actions specified in this AD
are intended to detect and correct cracks in
the control-column support, which could
result in failure of the support. This failure
could lead to loss of the primary flight
control system.
What Must I Do To Address This Problem?
(e) To address this problem, you must do
the following:
Actions
Compliance
Procedures
(1) Inspect the control-column support (part
number (P/N) 112.35.11.072) for cracks.
Within 12 calendar months after the last inspection under Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service
Bulletin No. 1005, Revision No. 1, dated
April 9, 2003, or Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service
Bulletin No. 1005, Revision No. 2, dated
April 22, 2004, where no cracks were found
or within the next 30 days after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs later, unless already done. Repetitively inspect
thereafter at intervals not to exceed every
12 calendar months regardless of whether
the control-column support was replaced.
Before further flight after the inspection required by paragraph (e)(1) of this AD where
you found the crack. Continue the repetitive
inspections required by paragraph (e)(1) of
this AD.
Follow Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service Bulletin No.
1005, Revision No. 2, dated April 22, 2004.
Ltd., Customer Liaison Manager, CH–6371
Stans, Switzerland; telephone: +41 41 619
6208; facsimile: +41 41 619 7311; email:
fodermatt@pilatus-aircraft.com or from
Pilatus Business Aircraft Ltd., Product
Support Department, 11755 Airport Way,
Broomfield, Colorado 80021; telephone: (303)
465–9099; facsimile: (303) 465–6040. To
view the AD docket, go to the Docket
Management Facility; U.S. Department of
Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW.,
Nassif Building, Room PL–401, Washington,
DC, or on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov.
This is docket number FAA–2004–20006.
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Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on
February 7, 2005.
David R. Showers,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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AGENCY:
(2) If any cracks are found after the inspection
required by paragraph (e)(1) of this AD, replace the control-column support (P/N
112.35.11.072) with a new control-column
support (P/N 112.35.11.072).
May I Request an Alternative Method of
Compliance?
(f) You may request a different method of
compliance or a different compliance time
for this AD by following the procedures in 14
CFR 39.19. Unless FAA authorizes otherwise,
send your request to your principal
inspector. The principal inspector may add
comments and will send your request to the
Manager, Standards Office, Small Airplane
Directorate, FAA. For information on any
already approved alternative methods of
compliance, contact Doug Rudolph,
Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane
Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas
City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–
4059; facsimile: (816) 329–4090.
May I Obtain a Special Flight Permit for the
Initial Inspection Requirement of This AD?
(g) No. Special flight permits are not
allowed for this AD.
Is There Other Information That Relates to
This Subject?
(h) Swiss AD Number HB 2004–491, dated
December 23, 2004, also addresses the
subject of this AD.
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May I Get Copies of the Documents
Referenced in This AD?
(i) To get copies of the documents
referenced in this AD, contact Pilatus Aircraft
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Follow Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service Bulletin No.
1005, Revision No. 2, dated April 22, 2004.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2004-20006; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-49-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Limited Models B4-
PC11, B4-PC11A, and B4-PC11AF Sailplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD)
for all Pilatus Aircraft Limited (Pilatus) Models B4-PC11, B4-PC11A,
and B4-PC11AF sailplanes. This proposed AD would require you to
repetitively inspect the control-column support for cracks and, if any
cracks are found, replace the control-column support with a new
support. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority
for Switzerland. We are issuing this proposed AD to detect and correct
cracks in the control-column support, which could result in failure of
the support. This failure could lead to loss of the primary flight
control system.
DATES: We must receive any comments on this proposed AD by March 18,
2005.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following to submit comments on this proposed
AD:
DOT Docket Web site: Go to https://dms.dot.gov and follow
the instructions for sending your comments electronically.
Government-wide rulemaking Web site: Go to https://
www.regulations.gov and follow the instructions for sending your
comments electronically.
Mail: Docket Management Facility; U.S. Department of
Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401,
Washington, DC 20590-001.
Fax: 1-202-493-2251.
Hand Delivery: Room PL-401 on the plaza level of the
Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
To get the service information identified in this proposed AD,
contact Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., Customer Liaison Manager, CH-6371 Stans,
Switzerland; telephone: +41 41 619 6208; facsimile: +41 41 619 7311; e-
mail: fodermatt@pilatus-aircraft.com or from Pilatus Business Aircraft
Ltd., Product Support Department, 11755 Airport Way, Broomfield,
Colorado 80021; telephone: (303) 465-9099; facsimile: (303) 465-6040.
To view the comments to this proposed AD, go to https://dms.dot.gov.
This is docket number FAA-2004-20006.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Doug Rudolph, Aerospace Engineer, FAA,
Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri
64106; telephone: (816) 329-4059; facsimile: (816) 329-4090.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
How do I comment on this proposed AD? We invite you to submit any
written relevant data, views, or arguments regarding this proposal.
Send your comments to an address listed under ADDRESSES. Include the
docket number, ``FAA-2004-20006; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-49-AD''
at the beginning of your comments. We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://dms.dot.gov, including any personal
information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact with FAA personnel concerning this proposed
rulemaking. Using the search function of our docket Web site, anyone
can find and read the comments received into any of our dockets,
including the name of the individual who sent the comment (or signed
the comment on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.).
This is docket number FAA-2004-20006. You may review the DOT's complete
Privacy Act Statement in the Federal Register published on April 11,
2000 (65 FR 19477-78) or you may visit https://dms.dot.gov.
Are there any specific portions of this proposed AD I should pay
attention to? We specifically invite comments on the overall
regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this
proposed AD. If you contact us through a nonwritten communication and
that contact relates to a substantive part of this proposed AD, we will
summarize the contact and place the summary in the docket. We will
consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this
proposed AD in light of those comments and contacts.
Docket Information
Where can I go to view the docket information? You may view the AD
docket that contains the proposal, any comments received, and any final
disposition in person at the DMS Docket Offices between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m. (eastern standard time), Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The Docket Office (telephone 1-800-647-5227) is located on
the plaza level of the Department of Transportation Nassif Building at
the street address stated in ADDRESSES. You may also view the AD docket
on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov. The comments will be available
in the AD docket shortly after the DMS receives them.
Discussion
What events have caused this proposed AD? The Federal Office for
Civil Aviation (FOCA), which is the airworthiness authority for
Switzerland, recently notified FAA that an unsafe condition may exist
on all Pilatus Aircraft Limited (Pilatus) Models B4-PC11, B4-PC11A, and
B4-PC11AF sailplanes. The FOCA reports nine occurrences of cracks in
the support of the control-column (part number (P/N) 112.35.11.072).
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What is the potential impact if FAA took no action? Cracks in the
control-column support could result in failure and lead to loss of the
primary flight control system.
Is there service information that applies to this subject? Pilatus
has issued Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 1005, Revision
No. 2, dated April 22, 2004.
What are the provisions of this service information? The service
bulletin includes procedures for:
--Inspecting the control-column support (P/N 112.35.11.072) for cracks;
and
--Replacing the control-column support if any cracks are found.
What action did the FOCA take? The FOCA classified this service
bulletin as mandatory and issued Swiss AD Number HB 2004-491, dated
December 23, 2004, to ensure the continued airworthiness of these
sailplanes in Switzerland.
Did the FOCA inform the United States under the bilateral
airworthiness agreement? These Pilatus Models B4-PC11, B4-PC11A, and
B4-PC11AF sailplanes are manufactured in Switzerland and are type-
certificated for operation in the United States under the provisions of
section 21.29 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.29) and
the applicable bilateral airworthiness agreement.
Under this bilateral airworthiness agreement, the FOCA has kept us
informed of the situation described above.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD
What has FAA decided? We have examined the FOCA's findings,
reviewed all available information, and determined that AD action is
necessary for products of this type design that are certificated for
operation in the United States.
Since the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist
or develop on other Pilatus Models B4-PC11, B4-PC11A, and B4-PC11AF
sailplanes of the same type design that are registered in the United
States, we are proposing AD action to detect and correct cracks in the
control-column support, which could result in failure of the support.
This failure could lead to loss of the primary flight control system.
What would this proposed AD require? This proposed AD would require
you to incorporate the actions in the previously-referenced service
bulletin.
How does the revision to 14 CFR part 39 affect this proposed AD? On
July 10, 2002, we published a new version of 14 CFR part 39 (67 FR
47997, July 22, 2002), which governs FAA's AD system. This regulation
now includes material that relates to altered products, special flight
permits, and alternative methods of compliance. This material
previously was included in each individual AD. Since this material is
included in 14 CFR part 39, we will not include it in future AD
actions.
Costs of Compliance
How many sailplanes would this proposed AD impact? We estimate that
this proposed AD affects 32 sailplanes in the U.S. registry.
What would be the cost impact of this proposed AD on owners/
operators of the affected sailplanes? We estimate the following costs
to do this proposed inspection of the control-column support:
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Total cost per
Labor cost Parts cost sailplane Total cost on U.S. operators
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1 work hour x $65 per hour = $65... Not applicable........ $65 32 x $65 = $2,080.
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We estimate the following costs to do any necessary replacements
that would be required based on the results of this proposed
inspection. We have no way of determining the number of sailplanes that
may need this replacement of the control-column support:
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Total cost per
Labor cost Parts cost sailplane
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5 work hours x $65 per hour = $325.. $250 $575
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Authority for This Rulemaking
What authority does FAA have for issuing this rulemaking action?
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the agency's authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this AD.
Regulatory Findings
Would this proposed AD impact various entities? We have determined
that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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.
Would this proposed AD involve a significant rule or regulatory
action? For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this proposed
AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
We prepared a summary of the costs to comply with this proposed AD
and placed it in the AD Docket. You may get a copy of this summary by
sending a request to us at the address listed under ADDRESSES. Include
``AD Docket FAA-2004-20006; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-49-AD'' in
your request.
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Safety.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend 14
CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new
airworthiness directive (AD):
Pilatus Aircraft Limited: Docket No. FAA-2004-20006; Directorate
Identifier 2004-CE-49-AD
When Is the Last Date I Can Submit Comments on This Proposed AD?
(a) We must receive comments on this proposed airworthiness
directive (AD) by March 18, 2005.
What Other ADs Are Affected By This Action?
(b) None.
What Sailplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD affects Models B4-PC11, B4-PC11A, and B4-PC11AF
sailplanes, all serial numbers, that are certificated in any
category.
What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in This AD?
(d) This AD is the result of mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI) issued by the airworthiness authority for
Switzerland. The actions specified in this AD are intended to detect
and correct cracks in the control-column support, which could result
in failure of the support. This failure could lead to loss of the
primary flight control system.
What Must I Do To Address This Problem?
(e) To address this problem, you must do the following:
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Actions Compliance Procedures
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(1) Inspect the control-column Within 12 calendar Follow Pilatus
support (part number (P/N) months after the Aircraft Ltd.
112.35.11.072) for cracks. last inspection Service Bulletin
under Pilatus No. 1005,
Aircraft Ltd. Revision No. 2,
Service Bulletin dated April 22,
No. 1005, 2004.
Revision No. 1,
dated April 9,
2003, or Pilatus
Aircraft Ltd.
Service Bulletin
No. 1005,
Revision No. 2,
dated April 22,
2004, where no
cracks were found
or within the
next 30 days
after the
effective date of
this AD,
whichever occurs
later, unless
already done.
Repetitively
inspect
thereafter at
intervals not to
exceed every 12
calendar months
regardless of
whether the
control-column
support was
replaced.
(2) If any cracks are found Before further Follow Pilatus
after the inspection required flight after the Aircraft Ltd.
by paragraph (e)(1) of this AD, inspection Service Bulletin
replace the control-column required by No. 1005,
support (P/N 112.35.11.072) paragraph (e)(1) Revision No. 2,
with a new control-column of this AD where dated April 22,
support (P/N 112.35.11.072). you found the 2004.
crack. Continue
the repetitive
inspections
required by
paragraph (e)(1)
of this AD.
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May I Request an Alternative Method of Compliance?
(f) You may request a different method of compliance or a
different compliance time for this AD by following the procedures in
14 CFR 39.19. Unless FAA authorizes otherwise, send your request to
your principal inspector. The principal inspector may add comments
and will send your request to the Manager, Standards Office, Small
Airplane Directorate, FAA. For information on any already approved
alternative methods of compliance, contact Doug Rudolph, Aerospace
Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301,
Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4059; facsimile:
(816) 329-4090.
May I Obtain a Special Flight Permit for the Initial Inspection
Requirement of This AD?
(g) No. Special flight permits are not allowed for this AD.
Is There Other Information That Relates to This Subject?
(h) Swiss AD Number HB 2004-491, dated December 23, 2004, also
addresses the subject of this AD.
May I Get Copies of the Documents Referenced in This AD?
(i) To get copies of the documents referenced in this AD,
contact Pilatus Aircraft Ltd., Customer Liaison Manager, CH-6371
Stans, Switzerland; telephone: +41 41 619 6208; facsimile: +41 41
619 7311; email: fodermatt@pilatus-aircraft.com or from Pilatus
Business Aircraft Ltd., Product Support Department, 11755 Airport
Way, Broomfield, Colorado 80021; telephone: (303) 465-9099;
facsimile: (303) 465-6040. To view the AD docket, go to the Docket
Management Facility; U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh
Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC, or on the
Internet at https://dms.dot.gov. This is docket number FAA-2004-
20006.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 7, 2005.
David R. Showers,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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