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Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(h) The Manager, International Branch,
ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate,
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
for this AD, if requested in accordance with
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Related Information
(i) French airworthiness directive UF–
2005–140, dated July 26, 2005, also addresses
the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use Dassault Temporary
Change 17, dated July 26, 2005, to the
Dassault Falcon 2000EX EASy Airplane
Flight Manual, DGT88898, to perform the
actions that are required by this AD, unless
the AD specifies otherwise. If accomplished,
you must use Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000EX–80, dated May 11, 2005, to perform
the optional terminating action specified in
this AD. The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference of
these documents in accordance with 5 U.S.C.
552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Contact Dassault
Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack,
New Jersey 07606, for a copy of this service
information. You may review copies at the
Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh
Street SW., Room PL–401, Nassif Building,
Washington, DC; on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov; or at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this
material at the NARA, call (202) 741–6030,
or go to https://www.archives.gov/
federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
24, 2005.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 05–17599 Filed 9–6–05; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2005–22306; Directorate
Identifier 2005–NM–169–AD; Amendment
39–14253; AD 2005–18–13]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Israel
Aircraft Industries, Ltd., Model 1124
and 1124A Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
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Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd., Model
1124 and 1124A airplanes. This AD
requires a one-time inspection for
chafing of the electrical bundles in the
overhead circuit breaker panel, and for
adequate clearance between the fuselage
frame and adjacent structures; and
repair and rework if necessary. This AD
results from reports of fire and smoke
occurring in the passenger cabin. This
AD also requires certain preventive
actions. We are issuing this AD to
prevent chafing of the electrical bundles
in the overhead circuit breaker panel,
which could result in a short circuit and
consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
September 22, 2005.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in the AD
as of September 22, 2005.
We must receive comments on this
AD by November 7, 2005.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following
addresses to submit comments on this
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.
• Fax: (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.
Contact Gulfstream Aerospace
Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail
Station D–25, Savannah, Georgia 31402–
2206, for service information identified
in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Mike Borfitz, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington
98055–4056; telephone (425) 227–2677;
fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The Civil Aviation Administration of
Israel (CAAI), which is the
airworthiness authority for Israel,
notified us that an unsafe condition may
exist on all Israel Aircraft Industries,
Ltd., Model 1124 and 1124A airplanes.
The CAAI advises that reports have
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been received of fire and smoke in the
passenger cabins due to chafing between
electrical bundles and the adjacent
structure in the hinge area of the
overhead circuit breaker panel. This
condition, if not corrected, could result
in a short circuit and consequent fire
and smoke in the airplane.
Relevant Service Information
Israel Aircraft Industries has issued
1124 Westwind Alert Service Bulletin
(ASB) 1124–24A–154, dated March 22,
2004. The ASB describes procedures for
a one-time visual inspection for chafing
of the electrical bundles in the overhead
circuit breaker panel, and for adequate
clearance between the fuselage frame
and the ‘‘No Smoking—Fasten Seat
Belt’’ sign; and repair and rework if
necessary. The ASB also describes
certain preventive actions including
installing spiral wrap, insulated selfbondable tape, and a Teflon sheet at
fuselage station 83.78. Accomplishing
the actions specified in the service
information is intended to adequately
address the unsafe condition. The CAAI
approved the ASB and issued Israeli
Airworthiness Directive 24–05–02–32,
dated March 15, 2005, to ensure the
continued airworthiness of these
airplanes in Israel.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This AD
These airplane models are
manufactured in Israel 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. Pursuant to this bilateral
airworthiness agreement, the CAAI has
kept the FAA informed of the situation
described above. We have examined the
CAAI’s findings, evaluated all pertinent
information, and determined that we
need to issue an AD for products of this
type design that are certificated for
operation in the United States.
Therefore, we are issuing this AD to
prevent chafing of the electrical bundles
in the overhead circuit breaker panel,
which could result in a short circuit and
consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane. This AD requires
accomplishing the actions specified in
the service information described
previously, except as discussed under
‘‘Differences Between the AD and the
Israeli airworthiness directive.’’
Clarification of Inspection
Although the Israeli airworthiness
directive and the ASB specify
performing certain ‘‘inspections,’’ this
AD specifies performing ‘‘general visual
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inspections.’’ For the purposes of this
AD, Note 1 provides the definition of
‘‘general visual inspections.’’
Difference Between the AD and the
Israeli Airworthiness Directive
Although the Israeli airworthiness
directive specifies a compliance time of
‘‘within 50 flight hours,’’ this AD
specifies a compliance time of ‘‘within
60 days.’’ We have determined that,
based on the fleet’s average utilization
rate, a 60-day compliance time is
appropriate, in that it will allow more
time to comply for airplanes with a
relatively higher utilization rate without
compromising safety. We have
coordinated this difference with the
CAAI.
FAA’s Determination of the Effective
Date
An unsafe condition exists that
requires the immediate adoption of this
AD; therefore, providing notice and
opportunity for public comment before
the AD is issued is impracticable, and
good cause exists to make this AD
effective in less than 30 days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves
requirements that affect flight safety and
was not preceded by notice and an
opportunity for public comment;
however, we invite you to submit any
relevant written data, views, or
arguments regarding this AD. Send your
comments to an address listed in the
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2005–22306; Directorate Identifier
2005–NM–169–AD’’ at the beginning of
your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy
aspects of the AD that might suggest a
need to modify it.
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 AD. Using the
search function of that Web site, anyone
can find and read the comments in 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.).
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.
Examining the Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov, or in
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person at the Docket Management
Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays. The Docket
Management Facility office (telephone
(800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza
level of the Nassif Building at the DOT
street address stated in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in
the AD docket shortly after the Docket
Management System receives them.
Authority for This Rulemaking
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 rulemaking
action.
Regulatory Findings
We have determined that this AD will
not have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that the regulation:
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 regulatory evaluation
of the estimated costs to comply with
this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
See the ADDRESSES section for a location
to examine the regulatory evaluation.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
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Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
I
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) amends § 39.13
by adding the following new
airworthiness directive (AD):
I
2005–18–13 Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.:
Amendment 39–14253. Docket No.
FAA–2005–22306; Directorate Identifier
2005–NM–169–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective September
22, 2005.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Israel Model 1124
and 1124A airplanes, certificated in any
category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from reports of fire and
smoke occurring in the passenger cabin. We
are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the
electrical bundles in the overhead circuit
breaker panel, which could result in a short
circuit and consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the
actions required by this AD performed within
the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Inspection of the Electrical Bundles
(f) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, perform a one-time general visual
inspection for chafing of the electrical
bundles in the overhead circuit breaker panel
and for adequate clearance between the
fuselage frame and the ‘‘No Smoking—Fasten
Seat Belt’’ sign, and perform the preventive
actions, in accordance with 1124–Westwind
(Israel Aircraft Service Industries) Alert
Service Bulletin (ASB) 1124–24A–154, dated
March 22, 2004.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a
general visual inspection is: ‘‘A visual
examination of an interior or exterior area,
installation, or assembly to detect obvious
damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of
inspection is made from within touching
distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror
may be necessary to ensure visual access to
all surfaces in the inspection area. This level
of inspection is made under normally
available lighting conditions such as
daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or
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droplight and may require removal or
opening of access panels or doors. Stands,
ladders, or platforms may be required to gain
proximity to the area being checked.’’
Corrective Actions
(g) If any chafing of the electrical bundles
or inadequate clearance is detected during
the inspection required by paragraph (f) of
this AD, before further flight, repair and
rework, as applicable; in accordance with
1124–Westwind (Israel Aircraft Industries)
Alert Service Bulletin 1124–24A–154, dated
March 22, 2005.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(h) The Manager, International Branch,
ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, has the authority to approve
AMOCs for this AD, if requested in
accordance with the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19.
Related Information
(i) Israeli airworthiness directive 24–05–
02–32, dated March 15, 2005, also addresses
the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use 1124–Westwind (Israel
Aircraft Industries) Alert Service Bulletin
1124–24A–154, dated March 22, 2004, to
perform the actions that are required by this
AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The
Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of this document
in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51. Contact Gulfstream Aerospace
Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail Station D–
25, Savannah, Georgia 31402–2206, for a
copy of this service information. You may
review copies at the Docket Management
Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation,
400 Seventh Street SW., Room PL–401,
Nassif Building, Washington, DC; on the
Internet at https://dms.dot.gov; or at the
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on
the availability of this material at the NARA,
call (202) 741–6030, or go to https://
www.archives.gov/federal_register/
code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
24, 2005.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 05–17600 Filed 9–6–05; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND
SECURITY
Bureau of Customs and Border
Protection
19 CFR Parts 7, 10, 11, 12, 18, 19, 24,
54, 101, 102, 111, 114, 123, 128, 132,
134, 141, 145, 146, 148, 151, 152, 177,
181, 191
[CBP Dec. 05–31]
Technical Amendments to Chapter 1 of
Title 19 of the Code of Federal
Regulations
Customs and Border Protection,
Homeland Security.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This document amends Title
19 of the Code of Federal Regulations by
making technical corrections to certain
authority citations to reflect
amendments to the Harmonized Tariff
Schedule of the United States effected
by the President’s Proclamation of
December 30, 2003, to implement the
United States-Singapore Free Trade
Agreement.
September 7, 2005.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Suzanne Kingsbury, Regulations
Branch, Office of Regulations and
Rulings, Customs and Border Protection,
Tel. (202) 572–8763.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
EFFECTIVE DATE:
Background
Chapter I of Title 19 of the Code of
Federal Regulations (19 CFR Chapter I)
contains general and specific authority
citations, several of which reference
certain General Note provisions of the
Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the
United States (HTSUS). As a result of
recent amendments to the HTSUS,
several General Note provisions have
been renumbered; however, the new
designations are not yet reflected in
Title 19 of the CFR. This document
makes conforming technical corrections
to Title 19 CFR to reflect the
renumbered General Note provisions of
the HTSUS.
The amendments to the HTSUS were
effected by the United States-Singapore
Free Trade Agreement (‘‘USSFTA’’),
Public Law 108–78, 117 Stat. 948 (19
U.S.C. 3805 note), enacted on
September 3, 2003. On December 30,
2003, the President issued Proclamation
7747 (68 FR 75793) to implement
certain provisions of the USSFTA.
Annex I of Proclamation 7747 modified
the HTSUS, in pertinent part, as
follows:
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• The text of General Note (GN) 19 to
the HTSUS is transferred and
designated as GN 3(e).
• The text of General Note (GN) 20 to
the HTS is transferred and designated as
GN 3(f).
• The text of General Notes (GN) 23
and 24 of the HTSUS is transferred and
designated as GN 3(i) and (j),
respectively.
This document makes technical
corrections to those provisions of 19
CFR Chapter 1 that contain references to
the out-dated General Note citations.
Inapplicability of Public Notice and
Comment Requirement and Delayed
Effective Date Requirement
Because these amendments merely
update certain authority citations in 19
CFR Chapter 1, pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
553(b)(B), CBP finds that good cause
exists for dispensing with notice and
public procedure as unnecessary. For
these same reasons, pursuant to 5 U.S.C.
553(d)(3), CBP finds that good cause
exists for dispensing with the
requirement for a delayed effective date.
The Regulatory Flexibility Act
Because this document is not subject
to the notice and public procedure
requirements of 5 U.S.C. 553, it is not
subject to the provisions of the
Regulatory Flexibility Act (5 U.S.C. et
seq.).
Executive Order 12866
These amendments do not meet the
criteria for a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ as specified in E.O. 12866.
Signing Authority
This document is limited to technical
corrections and is being issued in
accordance with 19 CFR 0.1(b)(1),
which provides, pursuant to Treasury
Department Order No. 100–16, the
Secretary of Homeland Security with
the authority to prescribe and approve
regulations relating to customs revenue
functions on behalf of the Secretary of
the Treasury when the subject matter of
the regulations is not listed in paragraph
1(a)(i) of the order. Such regulations are
the official regulations of both
Departments notwithstanding that they
are not signed by an official of the
Department of the Treasury.
Accordingly, these regulations are
signed by the Commissioner of Customs
and Border Protection as the delegate of
the Secretary of Homeland Security.
Drafting Information
The principal author of this document
was Ms. Suzanne Kingsbury, Attorney,
Regulations Branch, Office of
Regulations and Rulings.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2005-22306; Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-169-AD;
Amendment 39-14253; AD 2005-18-13]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd., Model
1124 and 1124A Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd., Model 1124 and 1124A airplanes. This
AD requires a one-time inspection for chafing of the electrical bundles
in the overhead circuit breaker panel, and for adequate clearance
between the fuselage frame and adjacent structures; and repair and
rework if necessary. This AD results from reports of fire and smoke
occurring in the passenger cabin. This AD also requires certain
preventive actions. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the
electrical bundles in the overhead circuit breaker panel, which could
result in a short circuit and consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective September 22, 2005.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in the AD as of September 22,
2005.
We must receive comments on this AD by November 7, 2005.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following addresses to submit comments on
this 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.
Fax: (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.
Contact Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail
Station D-25, Savannah, Georgia 31402-2206, for service information
identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mike Borfitz, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056; telephone (425)
227-2677; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
The Civil Aviation Administration of Israel (CAAI), which is the
airworthiness authority for Israel, notified us that an unsafe
condition may exist on all Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd., Model 1124
and 1124A airplanes. The CAAI advises that reports have been received
of fire and smoke in the passenger cabins due to chafing between
electrical bundles and the adjacent structure in the hinge area of the
overhead circuit breaker panel. This condition, if not corrected, could
result in a short circuit and consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane.
Relevant Service Information
Israel Aircraft Industries has issued 1124 Westwind Alert Service
Bulletin (ASB) 1124-24A-154, dated March 22, 2004. The ASB describes
procedures for a one-time visual inspection for chafing of the
electrical bundles in the overhead circuit breaker panel, and for
adequate clearance between the fuselage frame and the ``No Smoking--
Fasten Seat Belt'' sign; and repair and rework if necessary. The ASB
also describes certain preventive actions including installing spiral
wrap, insulated self-bondable tape, and a Teflon sheet at fuselage
station 83.78. Accomplishing the actions specified in the service
information is intended to adequately address the unsafe condition. The
CAAI approved the ASB and issued Israeli Airworthiness Directive 24-05-
02-32, dated March 15, 2005, to ensure the continued airworthiness of
these airplanes in Israel.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD
These airplane models are manufactured in Israel 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. Pursuant to this
bilateral airworthiness agreement, the CAAI has kept the FAA informed
of the situation described above. We have examined the CAAI's findings,
evaluated all pertinent information, and determined that we need to
issue an AD for products of this type design that are certificated for
operation in the United States.
Therefore, we are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of the
electrical bundles in the overhead circuit breaker panel, which could
result in a short circuit and consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane. This AD requires accomplishing the actions specified in the
service information described previously, except as discussed under
``Differences Between the AD and the Israeli airworthiness directive.''
Clarification of Inspection
Although the Israeli airworthiness directive and the ASB specify
performing certain ``inspections,'' this AD specifies performing
``general visual
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inspections.'' For the purposes of this AD, Note 1 provides the
definition of ``general visual inspections.''
Difference Between the AD and the Israeli Airworthiness Directive
Although the Israeli airworthiness directive specifies a compliance
time of ``within 50 flight hours,'' this AD specifies a compliance time
of ``within 60 days.'' We have determined that, based on the fleet's
average utilization rate, a 60-day compliance time is appropriate, in
that it will allow more time to comply for airplanes with a relatively
higher utilization rate without compromising safety. We have
coordinated this difference with the CAAI.
FAA's Determination of the Effective Date
An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of
this AD; therefore, providing notice and opportunity for public comment
before the AD is issued is impracticable, and good cause exists to make
this AD effective in less than 30 days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements that affect
flight safety and was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for
public comment; however, we invite you to submit any relevant written
data, views, or arguments regarding this AD. Send your comments to an
address listed in the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2005-
22306; Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-169-AD'' at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the AD that might
suggest a need to modify it.
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 AD. Using the search function of that Web
site, anyone can find and read the comments in 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.).
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.
Examining the Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The Docket Management Facility office (telephone (800) 647-
5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the DOT
street address stated in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after the Docket Management System
receives them.
Authority for This Rulemaking
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
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
We have determined that this AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that the regulation:
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 regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket. See the ADDRESSES
section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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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]
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2. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amends Sec. 39.13 by
adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD):
2005-18-13 Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.: Amendment 39-14253.
Docket No. FAA-2005-22306; Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-169-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective September 22, 2005.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Israel Model 1124 and 1124A
airplanes, certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from reports of fire and smoke occurring in
the passenger cabin. We are issuing this AD to prevent chafing of
the electrical bundles in the overhead circuit breaker panel, which
could result in a short circuit and consequent fire and smoke in the
airplane.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Inspection of the Electrical Bundles
(f) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, perform
a one-time general visual inspection for chafing of the electrical
bundles in the overhead circuit breaker panel and for adequate
clearance between the fuselage frame and the ``No Smoking--Fasten
Seat Belt'' sign, and perform the preventive actions, in accordance
with 1124-Westwind (Israel Aircraft Service Industries) Alert
Service Bulletin (ASB) 1124-24A-154, dated March 22, 2004.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection
is: ``A visual examination of an interior or exterior area,
installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or
irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching
distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to
ensure visual access to all surfaces in the inspection area. This
level of inspection is made under normally available lighting
conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or
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droplight and may require removal or opening of access panels or
doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain
proximity to the area being checked.''
Corrective Actions
(g) If any chafing of the electrical bundles or inadequate
clearance is detected during the inspection required by paragraph
(f) of this AD, before further flight, repair and rework, as
applicable; in accordance with 1124-Westwind (Israel Aircraft
Industries) Alert Service Bulletin 1124-24A-154, dated March 22,
2005.
Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(h) The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR
39.19.
Related Information
(i) Israeli airworthiness directive 24-05-02-32, dated March 15,
2005, also addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use 1124-Westwind (Israel Aircraft Industries)
Alert Service Bulletin 1124-24A-154, dated March 22, 2004, to
perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approved
the incorporation by reference of this document in accordance with 5
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Contact Gulfstream Aerospace
Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail Station D-25, Savannah, Georgia
31402-2206, for a copy of this service information. You may review
copies at the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of
Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., Room PL-401, Nassif
Building, Washington, DC; on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov; or
at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this material at the NARA, call
(202) 741-6030, or go to https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/
code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 24, 2005.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 05-17600 Filed 9-6-05; 8:45 am]
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