Airworthiness Directives; Kelly Aerospace Power Systems Part Number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11, C14D11, 23D04, A23D04, B23D04, C23D04, or P23D04 Fuel Regulator Shutoff Valves (formerly owned by ElectroSystems, JanAero Devices, Janitrol, C&D Airmotive Products, FL Aerospace, and Midland-Ross Corporation), 11588-11591 [05-4556]
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(3) For blades P/Ns FW12960, FW12961,
FW12962, and FW13175, either new or
reworked to that configuration at greater than
600 CSN or since previous rework, or that
have not been relubricated during any
interval exceeding 600 CSN or 600 CSR using
either RR ASB No. RB.211–72–AD344 or SB
No. RB.211–72–D347 requirements, inspect
as specified in paragraph (f) of this AD and
within the compliance times specified in the
following Table 3:
TABLE 3.—COMPLIANCE TIMES FOR BLADES P/NS FW12960, FW12961, FW12962, AND FW13175
Boeing 777
series
Engine series
(i) –884B, –892 ................................................
–300
(ii) –884, –892, –892B and –895 ....................
–200
(iii) –875 ...........................................................
(iv) –877 ...........................................................
–200
–200
(4) For blades P/Ns FW12960, FW12961,
FW12962, and FW13175, either new or
reworked to that configuration at fewer than
600 CSN or since previous rework, and that
Initial
inspection
CSN
Airplane maximum gross weight
(times 1,000 pounds)
(A) 660 and 632.5 ...........................................
(B) 580 .............................................................
(A) 632.5 and 648 ...........................................
(B) 656 .............................................................
(C) 555 .............................................................
535 ...................................................................
545 ...................................................................
have been relubricated at intervals not
exceeding 600 CSN using either RR ASB No.
RB.211–72–AD344 or SB No. RB.211–72–
D347, inspect as specified in paragraph (f) of
Repetitive
inspection
CSLI
600
2,000
1,200
600
2,000
2,000
2,000
100
600
125
100
600
600
600
this AD and within the compliance times
specified in the following Table 4:
TABLE 4.—COMPLIANCE TIMES FOR BLADES P/NS FW12960, FW12961, FW12962, AND FW13175
Boeing 777
series
Engine series
(i) –884B, –892 ................................................
–300
(ii) –884, –892, –892B, and –895 ...................
–200
(iii) –875 ...........................................................
(iv) –877 ...........................................................
–200
–200
(g) When engines containing blades P/Ns
FK30838, FK30840, FK30842, FW12960,
FW12961, FW12962, and FW13175 are
moved from one gross weight category to
another, the inspection schedule that is
applicable to the higher gross weight category
must be used.
Terminating Action
(h) As terminating action to the repetitive
inspection requirements of this AD, at the
next shop visit when the LPC fan blades are
removed for repair or overhaul, but no later
than December 31, 2009:
(1) Replace LPC fan blades P/Ns FK30838,
FK30840, FK30842, FW12960, FW12961,
FW12962, or FW13175, with serviceable LPC
fan blades.
(2) For the purposes of this AD, serviceable
LPC fan blades are blades that feature
additional blade root processing
requirements found in RR SB No. RB.211–
72–D672, dated February 1, 2002; or are LPC
fan blades that feature a full form root profile.
Information on full form root profile blades
can be found in RR SB No. RB.211–72–D390,
RR SB No. RB.211–72–E044, and RR SB No.
RB.211–72–E382.
(A) 660 and 632.5 ...........................................
(B) 580 .............................................................
(A) 632.5 and 648 ...........................................
(B) 656 .............................................................
(C) 555 .............................................................
535 ...................................................................
545 ...................................................................
March 12, 2004, before the effective date of
this AD.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
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Repetitive
inspection
CSLI
600
2,400
2,400
600
2,400
2,400
2,400
100
1,200
125
100
1,200
1,200
600
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
(j) The Manager, Engine Certification
Office, has the authority to approve
alternative methods of compliance for this
AD if requested using the procedures found
in 14 CFR 39.19.
14 CFR Part 39
Related Information
Airworthiness Directives; Kelly
Aerospace Power Systems Part
Number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11,
C14D11, 23D04, A23D04, B23D04,
C23D04, or P23D04 Fuel Regulator
Shutoff Valves (formerly owned by
ElectroSystems, JanAero Devices,
Janitrol, C&D Airmotive Products, FL
Aerospace, and Midland-Ross
Corporation)
(k) Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
airworthiness directive G–2004–0008, dated
April 29, 2004, also addresses the subject of
this AD.
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
March 2, 2005.
Jay J. Pardee,
Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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[Docket No. FAA–2004–19693; Directorate
Identifier 2004–CE–40–AD]
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Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to revise
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2004–25–
16, which applies to aircraft equipped
with a fuel regulator shutoff valve part
number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11,
C14D11, 23D04, A23D04, B23D04,
C23D04, or P23D04 used with B1500,
Previous Credit
(i) Previous credit is allowed for initial
inspections of fan blades that were done
using RR ASB No. RB.211–72–AD344,
Revision 4, dated March 15, 2002, Revision
5, dated June 20, 2003, Revision 6, dated
February 27, 2004, or Revision 7, dated
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B2030, B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, or
B4500 B–Series combustion heaters. AD
2004–25–16 currently requires you to
repetitively inspect the fuel regulator
shut shutoff valve (visually or by
pressure test) for fuel leakage and
replace the fuel regulator shutoff valve
with an improved design replacement
part with a manufacturer’s date code of
02/02 or later if fuel leakage is found.
AD 2004–25–16 also allows you to
disable the heater as an alternative
method of compliance. Since we issued
AD 2004–25–16, we received several
comments requesting a revision to
paragraph (e)(2). Consequently, this
proposed AD retains the actions
required in AD 2004–25–16 and revises
the requirements in paragraph (e)(2) to
remove a required action. We are
issuing this proposed AD to prevent
failure of the fuel regulator shutoff
valve, which could result in fuel leakage
in aircraft with these combustion
heaters. This failure could result in an
aircraft fire.
DATES: We must receive any comments
on this proposed AD by April 7, 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, S.W., 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
Kelly Aerospace Power Systems, P.O.
Box 273, Fort Deposit, Alabama 36032;
telephone: (334) 227–8306; facsimile:
(334) 227–8596; Internet: https://
www.kellyaerospace.com.
To view the comments to this
proposed AD, go to https://dms.dot.gov.
The docket number is FAA–2004–
19693; Directorate Identifier 2004–CE–
40–AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Kevin L. Brane, Aerospace Engineer,
Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office,
FAA, One Crown Center, 1985 Phoenix
Boulevard, Suite 450, Atlanta, GA
30349; telephone: (770) 703–6063;
facsimile: (770) 703–6097.
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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–2004–19693; Directorate
Identifier 2004–CE–40–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–2004–19693. 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 http:/
/dms.dot.gov. The comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after
the DMS receives them.
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Discussion
Has FAA taken any action to this
point? Reports of certain regulator
shutoff valves leaking caused FAA to
issue AD 2001–08–01, Amendment 39–
12178 (66 FR 19718, April 17, 2001). AD
2001–08–1 required you to visually
inspect and pressure test the fuel
regulator shutoff valves for leaks and
replace the fuel regulator shutoff valve
if leaks were found.
The affected fuel regulator shutoff
valves are part of the B1500, B2030,
B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, or B4500
combustion heater configuration.
Operators of aircraft with the affected
fuel regulator shutoff valves installed
and mechanics who did the actions of
AD 2001–08–01 provided suggestions
for improvement to the AD. Based on
that feedback, FAA superseded AD
2001–08–01 with AD 2001–17–13,
Amendment 39–12404 (66 FR 44027,
August 22, 2001).
AD 2001–17–13 retained the actions
of AD 2001–08–01, except it requires
only the visual inspection or the
pressure test of the fuel regulator shutoff
valves (not both) and lists the affected
fuel regulator shutoff valves by part
number instead of series. AD 2001–17–
13 also included a provision for
disabling the heater as an alternative
method of compliance.
The FAA continued to receive reports
of problems with these fuel regulator
shutoff valves. This service history
reflects that the inspections should be
repetitive instead of one-time. Based on
this information, FAA superseded AD
2001–17–13 with AD 2004–25–16,
Amendment 39–13904 (69 FR 75228,
December 16, 2004).
AD 2004–25–16 retains the actions
required in AD 2001–17–13, makes the
inspection repetitive, and requires
installing improved design replacement
parts.
What has happened since AD 2004–
25–16 to initiate this proposed AD
action? We inadvertently retained an
action from AD 2001–17–13 and made
it repetitive. After each inspection of the
fuel regulator shutoff valve for signs of
fuel leaks and no leaks are found, AD
2004–25–16 requires the valve cover to
be marked with the date of inspection.
Since AD 2004–25–16 made that
inspection repetitive, it is not feasible to
mark the valve cover with the date of
each inspection. Therefore, we are
proposing to revise AD 2004–25–16 to
remove this action.
What is the potential impact if FAA
took no action? This condition, if not
corrected, could result in fuel leakage in
aircraft with these combustion heaters,
which could result in an aircraft fire
with consequent damage or destruction.
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FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This Proposed AD
What has FAA decided? We have
evaluated all pertinent information and
identified an unsafe condition that is
likely to exist or develop on other
products of this same type design. For
this reason, we are proposing AD action.
What would this proposed AD
require? This proposed AD would revise
AD 2004–25–16 with a new AD that
would retain the actions required in AD
2004–25–16 and removes the
requirement to mark the valve cover
with the date of inspection as specified
in paragraph (e)(2) of the AD.
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
What is the cost impact of this
proposed revision? Since we are
proposing to revise AD 2004–25–16 to
remove a required action from the
previous AD, there is no cost impact for
this proposed revision.
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
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.
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–
2004–19693; Directorate Identifier
2004–CE–40–AD’’ in your request.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Safety.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2004–25–16, Amendment 39–13904 (69
FR 75228), and by adding a new AD to
read as follows:
Kelly Aerospace Power Systems (formerly
owned by ElectroSystems, JanAero
Devices, Janitrol, C&D Airmotive
Products, FL Aerospace, and MidlandRoss Corporation): Docket No. FAA–
2004–19693; Directorate Identifier 2004–
CE–40–AD; Revises AD 2004–25–16;
Amendment 39–13904.
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
April 7, 2005.
What Other ADs Are Affected by This
Action?
(b) This AD revises AD 2004–25–16,
Amendment 39–13904.
What Airplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD applies to aircraft equipped
with a fuel regulator shutoff valve part
number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11,
C14D11, 23D04, A23D04, B23D04, C23D04,
or P23D04 used with B1500, B2030, B2500,
B3040, B3500, B4050, or B4500 B–Series
combustion heaters. The following is a list of
aircraft where the B–Series combustion
heater could be installed. This is not a
comprehensive list and aircraft not on this
list that have the heater installed through
field approval or other methods are still
affected by this AD:
Manufacturer
Aircraft models/series
(1) Bombardier Inc ....................................................................................
(2) Cessna Aircraft Company ...................................................................
CL–215, CL–215T, and CLT–415.
208, T303, 310F, 310G, 310H, 310I, 310J, 310K, 310L, 310N, 310P,
310Q, 320C, 320D, 320E, 320F, 337 Series, 340, 340A, 414, 414A,
421, 421A, 421B, and 421C.
PA–23 Series, PA–30, PA–31 Series, PA–34 Series, PA–39, and PA–
44 Series.
95–B55 Series, 58, 58TC, 58P, 60, A60, and 76.
(3) The New Piper Aircraft, Inc ................................................................
(4) Raytheon Aircraft Corporation ............................................................
Note 1: The B1500, B2030, B2500, B3040,
B3500, B4050, or B4500 B–Series combustion
heaters were previously manufactured by
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What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in
This AD?
(d) This AD is the result of numerous
reports of fuel regulator shutoff valves
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leaking fuel. We are issuing this AD to
prevent failure of the fuel regulator shutoff
valve, which could result in fuel leakage in
aircraft with these combustion heaters. This
failure could result in an aircraft fire.
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What Must I Do To Address This Problem?
(e) To address this problem, you must do
the following:
Actions
Compliance
Procedures
(1) Visually inspect or pressure test the fuel regulator shutoff valve for
any signs of fuel leaks.
Within the next 25 hours aircraft
time-in-service (TIS) after January 5, 2005 (the effective date of
AD 2004–25–16), unless already done within the last 75
hours aircraft TIS (e.g., compliance with AD 2001–08–01 or
2001–17–13). Repetitively inspect thereafter at intervals not
to exceed 100 hours aircraft TIS
or 12 months, whichever occurs
first. This is established to coincide with 100-hour and annual
inspections.
Prior to further flight after each inspection required in paragraph
(e)(1) of this AD.
Locate the pressure regulator
shutoff value in the installation
using the applicable maintenance manual for valve location,
removal, and installation instructions. Follow the procedures in
Kelly Aerospace Power Systems
Service Bulletin No. A–107A,
Issue Date: September 6, 2002,
for the visual inspection or the
pressure test.
(2) If no fuel leaks or no signs of fuel stains are found during each inspection required by paragraph (e)(1) of this AD, make a log book
entry with the date of inspection (month/year).
(3) If any signs of fuel leaks or any signs of fuel stains are found during any inspection required in paragraph (e)(1) of this AD, replace
the valve with a new valve of appropriate part number (P/N) that
has a manufacturer’s date code of 02/02 or later. For Piper PA–31–
350 model aircraft, replace P/N A23D04–7.5 valve with P/N
P23D04–7.5 Ensure there are no fuel leaks in the replacement
valve by following the inspection and documentation requirements in
paragraphs (e)(1) and (e)(2) of this AD.
(4) As an alternative method of compliance to this AD, you may disable the heater provided you immediately comply with the inspection, identification, and replacement requirements of this AD when
you bring the heater back into service. Do the following actions
when disabling:
(i) Cap the fuel supply line upstream of the fuel regulator and shutoff
valve;.
(ii) Disconnect the electrical power and ensure that the connections
are properly secured to reduce the possibility of electrical spark or
structural damage;.
(iii) Inspect and test to ensure that the cabin heater system is disabled;.
(iv) Ensure that no other aircraft system is affected by this action; .......
(v) Ensure there are no fuel leaks; and ..................................................
(vi) Fabricate a placard with the words: ‘‘System Inoperative’’. Install
this placard at the heater control valve within the pilot’s clear view..
(5) Only install a fuel regulator shutoff valve with a manufacture date
code of 02/02 or later.
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.
(1) 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,
Manager, Atlanta ACO, FAA. For information
on any already approved alternative methods
of compliance, contact Kevin L. Brane,
Aerospace Engineer, Atlanta Aircraft
Certification Office, FAA, One Crown Center,
1985 Phoenix Boulevard, Suite 450, Atlanta,
GA 30349; telephone: (770) 703–6063;
facsimile: (770) 703–6097.
(2) Alternative methods of compliance
approved for AD 2004–25–16, which is
revised by this AD, are approved as
alternative methods of compliance with this
AD.
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Before further flight after the inspection where any fuel leak
was found.
If you choose this option, you
must do it before the next required inspection specified in
paragraph (e)(1) of this AD. To
bring the heater back into service, you must do the actions of
paragraphs (e)(1), (e)(2), and
(e)(3) of this AD (inspection,
identification, and replacement,
as necessary).
Not Applicable.
As of January 5, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2004–25–16).
Not Applicable.
May I Get Copies of the Documents
Referenced in This AD?
(g) To get copies of the documents
referenced in this AD, contact Kelly
Aerospace Power Systems, P.O. Box 273, Fort
Deposit, Alabama 36032; telephone: (334)
227–8306; facsimile: (334) 227–8596;
Internet: https://www.kellyaerospace.com. 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.
The docket number is FAA–2004–19693;
Directorate ID 2004–CE–40–AD.
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Follow the procedures in Kelly
Aerospace
Power
Systems
Service Bulletin No. A–107A,
Issue Date: September 6, 2002.
Follow Kelly Aerospace Power
Systems Service Bulletin No. A–
107A, Issue Date: September 6,
2002; Piper Vendor Service
Publication VSP–150, dated
January 31, 2003; and the applicable maintenance manual.
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Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on March
2, 2005.
Nancy C. Lane,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2004-19693; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-40-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Kelly Aerospace Power Systems Part
Number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11, C14D11, 23D04, A23D04, B23D04,
C23D04, or P23D04 Fuel Regulator Shutoff Valves (formerly owned by
ElectroSystems, JanAero Devices, Janitrol, C&D Airmotive Products, FL
Aerospace, and Midland-Ross Corporation)
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to revise Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2004-
25-16, which applies to aircraft equipped with a fuel regulator shutoff
valve part number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11, C14D11, 23D04, A23D04,
B23D04, C23D04, or P23D04 used with B1500,
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B2030, B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, or B4500 B-Series combustion
heaters. AD 2004-25-16 currently requires you to repetitively inspect
the fuel regulator shut shutoff valve (visually or by pressure test)
for fuel leakage and replace the fuel regulator shutoff valve with an
improved design replacement part with a manufacturer's date code of 02/
02 or later if fuel leakage is found. AD 2004-25-16 also allows you to
disable the heater as an alternative method of compliance. Since we
issued AD 2004-25-16, we received several comments requesting a
revision to paragraph (e)(2). Consequently, this proposed AD retains
the actions required in AD 2004-25-16 and revises the requirements in
paragraph (e)(2) to remove a required action. We are issuing this
proposed AD to prevent failure of the fuel regulator shutoff valve,
which could result in fuel leakage in aircraft with these combustion
heaters. This failure could result in an aircraft fire.
DATES: We must receive any comments on this proposed AD by April 7,
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, S.W., 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 Kelly Aerospace Power Systems, P.O. Box 273, Fort Deposit,
Alabama 36032; telephone: (334) 227-8306; facsimile: (334) 227-8596;
Internet: https://www.kellyaerospace.com.
To view the comments to this proposed AD, go to https://dms.dot.gov.
The docket number is FAA-2004-19693; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-40-
AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kevin L. Brane, Aerospace Engineer,
Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, One Crown Center, 1985
Phoenix Boulevard, Suite 450, Atlanta, GA 30349; telephone: (770) 703-
6063; facsimile: (770) 703-6097.
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-2004-19693; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-40-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-2004-19693. 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
Has FAA taken any action to this point? Reports of certain
regulator shutoff valves leaking caused FAA to issue AD 2001-08-01,
Amendment 39-12178 (66 FR 19718, April 17, 2001). AD 2001-08-1 required
you to visually inspect and pressure test the fuel regulator shutoff
valves for leaks and replace the fuel regulator shutoff valve if leaks
were found.
The affected fuel regulator shutoff valves are part of the B1500,
B2030, B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, or B4500 combustion heater
configuration.
Operators of aircraft with the affected fuel regulator shutoff
valves installed and mechanics who did the actions of AD 2001-08-01
provided suggestions for improvement to the AD. Based on that feedback,
FAA superseded AD 2001-08-01 with AD 2001-17-13, Amendment 39-12404 (66
FR 44027, August 22, 2001).
AD 2001-17-13 retained the actions of AD 2001-08-01, except it
requires only the visual inspection or the pressure test of the fuel
regulator shutoff valves (not both) and lists the affected fuel
regulator shutoff valves by part number instead of series. AD 2001-17-
13 also included a provision for disabling the heater as an alternative
method of compliance.
The FAA continued to receive reports of problems with these fuel
regulator shutoff valves. This service history reflects that the
inspections should be repetitive instead of one-time. Based on this
information, FAA superseded AD 2001-17-13 with AD 2004-25-16, Amendment
39-13904 (69 FR 75228, December 16, 2004).
AD 2004-25-16 retains the actions required in AD 2001-17-13, makes
the inspection repetitive, and requires installing improved design
replacement parts.
What has happened since AD 2004-25-16 to initiate this proposed AD
action? We inadvertently retained an action from AD 2001-17-13 and made
it repetitive. After each inspection of the fuel regulator shutoff
valve for signs of fuel leaks and no leaks are found, AD 2004-25-16
requires the valve cover to be marked with the date of inspection.
Since AD 2004-25-16 made that inspection repetitive, it is not
feasible to mark the valve cover with the date of each inspection.
Therefore, we are proposing to revise AD 2004-25-16 to remove this
action.
What is the potential impact if FAA took no action? This condition,
if not corrected, could result in fuel leakage in aircraft with these
combustion heaters, which could result in an aircraft fire with
consequent damage or destruction.
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FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD
What has FAA decided? We have evaluated all pertinent information
and identified an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop
on other products of this same type design. For this reason, we are
proposing AD action.
What would this proposed AD require? This proposed AD would revise
AD 2004-25-16 with a new AD that would retain the actions required in
AD 2004-25-16 and removes the requirement to mark the valve cover with
the date of inspection as specified in paragraph (e)(2) of the AD.
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
What is the cost impact of this proposed revision? Since we are
proposing to revise AD 2004-25-16 to remove a required action from the
previous AD, there is no cost impact for this proposed revision.
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-2004-19693; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-40-AD'' in
your request.
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 removing Airworthiness Directive
(AD) 2004-25-16, Amendment 39-13904 (69 FR 75228), and by adding a new
AD to read as follows:
Kelly Aerospace Power Systems (formerly owned by ElectroSystems,
JanAero Devices, Janitrol, C&D Airmotive Products, FL Aerospace, and
Midland-Ross Corporation): Docket No. FAA-2004-19693; Directorate
Identifier 2004-CE-40-AD; Revises AD 2004-25-16; Amendment 39-13904.
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 April 7, 2005.
What Other ADs Are Affected by This Action?
(b) This AD revises AD 2004-25-16, Amendment 39-13904.
What Airplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD applies to aircraft equipped with a fuel regulator
shutoff valve part number (P/N) 14D11, A14D11, B14D11, C14D11,
23D04, A23D04, B23D04, C23D04, or P23D04 used with B1500, B2030,
B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, or B4500 B-Series combustion heaters.
The following is a list of aircraft where the B-Series combustion
heater could be installed. This is not a comprehensive list and
aircraft not on this list that have the heater installed through
field approval or other methods are still affected by this AD:
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Manufacturer Aircraft models/series
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(1) Bombardier Inc..................... CL-215, CL-215T, and CLT-415.
(2) Cessna Aircraft Company............ 208, T303, 310F, 310G, 310H,
310I, 310J, 310K, 310L, 310N,
310P, 310Q, 320C, 320D, 320E,
320F, 337 Series, 340, 340A,
414, 414A, 421, 421A, 421B,
and 421C.
(3) The New Piper Aircraft, Inc........ PA-23 Series, PA-30, PA-31
Series, PA-34 Series, PA-39,
and PA-44 Series.
(4) Raytheon Aircraft Corporation...... 95-B55 Series, 58, 58TC, 58P,
60, A60, and 76.
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Note 1: The B1500, B2030, B2500, B3040, B3500, B4050, or B4500
B-Series combustion heaters were previously manufactured by
Janitrol, C&D Airmotive Products, FL Aerospace, and Midland-Ross
Corporation.
What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in This AD?
(d) This AD is the result of numerous reports of fuel regulator
shutoff valves
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leaking fuel. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the fuel
regulator shutoff valve, which could result in fuel leakage in
aircraft with these combustion heaters. This failure could result in
an aircraft fire.
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) Visually inspect or pressure Within the next 25 Locate the
test the fuel regulator shutoff hours aircraft pressure
valve for any signs of fuel time-in-service regulator shutoff
leaks. (TIS) after value in the
January 5, 2005 installation
(the effective using the
date of AD 2004- applicable
25-16), unless maintenance
already done manual for valve
within the last location,
75 hours aircraft removal, and
TIS (e.g., installation
compliance with instructions.
AD 2001-08-01 or Follow the
2001-17-13). procedures in
Repetitively Kelly Aerospace
inspect Power Systems
thereafter at Service Bulletin
intervals not to No. A-107A, Issue
exceed 100 hours Date: September
aircraft TIS or 6, 2002, for the
12 months, visual inspection
whichever occurs or the pressure
first. This is test.
established to
coincide with 100-
hour and annual
inspections.
(2) If no fuel leaks or no signs Prior to further Follow the
of fuel stains are found during flight after each procedures in
each inspection required by inspection Kelly Aerospace
paragraph (e)(1) of this AD, required in Power Systems
make a log book entry with the paragraph (e)(1) Service Bulletin
date of inspection (month/year). of this AD. No. A-107A, Issue
Date: September
6, 2002.
(3) If any signs of fuel leaks Before further Follow Kelly
or any signs of fuel stains are flight after the Aerospace Power
found during any inspection inspection where Systems Service
required in paragraph (e)(1) of any fuel leak was Bulletin No. A-
this AD, replace the valve with found. 107A, Issue Date:
a new valve of appropriate part September 6,
number (P/N) that has a 2002; Piper
manufacturer's date code of 02/ Vendor Service
02 or later. For Piper PA-31- Publication VSP-
350 model aircraft, replace P/N 150, dated
A23D04-7.5 valve with P/N January 31, 2003;
P23D04-7.5 Ensure there are no and the
fuel leaks in the replacement applicable
valve by following the maintenance
inspection and documentation manual.
requirements in paragraphs
(e)(1) and (e)(2) of this AD.
(4) As an alternative method of If you choose this Not Applicable.
compliance to this AD, you may option, you must
disable the heater provided you do it before the
immediately comply with the next required
inspection, identification, and inspection
replacement requirements of specified in
this AD when you bring the paragraph (e)(1)
heater back into service. Do of this AD. To
the following actions when bring the heater
disabling: back into
(i) Cap the fuel supply line service, you must
upstream of the fuel regulator do the actions of
and shutoff valve;. paragraphs
(ii) Disconnect the electrical (e)(1), (e)(2),
power and ensure that the and (e)(3) of
connections are properly this AD
secured to reduce the (inspection,
possibility of electrical spark identification,
or structural damage;. and replacement,
(iii) Inspect and test to ensure as necessary).
that the cabin heater system is
disabled;.
(iv) Ensure that no other
aircraft system is affected by
this action;.
(v) Ensure there are no fuel
leaks; and.
(vi) Fabricate a placard with
the words: ``System
Inoperative''. Install this
placard at the heater control
valve within the pilot's clear
view..
(5) Only install a fuel As of January 5, Not Applicable.
regulator shutoff valve with a 2005 (the
manufacture date code of 02/02 effective date of
or later. AD 2004-25-16).
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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.
(1) 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, Manager, Atlanta ACO, FAA.
For information on any already approved alternative methods of
compliance, contact Kevin L. Brane, Aerospace Engineer, Atlanta
Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, One Crown Center, 1985 Phoenix
Boulevard, Suite 450, Atlanta, GA 30349; telephone: (770) 703-6063;
facsimile: (770) 703-6097.
(2) Alternative methods of compliance approved for AD 2004-25-
16, which is revised by this AD, are approved as alternative methods
of compliance with this AD.
May I Get Copies of the Documents Referenced in This AD?
(g) To get copies of the documents referenced in this AD,
contact Kelly Aerospace Power Systems, P.O. Box 273, Fort Deposit,
Alabama 36032; telephone: (334) 227-8306; facsimile: (334) 227-8596;
Internet: https://www.kellyaerospace.com. 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. The
docket number is FAA-2004-19693; Directorate ID 2004-CE-40-AD.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 2, 2005.
Nancy C. Lane,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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