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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2005–22332; Directorate
Identifier 2005–CE–46–AD; Amendment 39–
14262; AD 2005–18–21]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon
Aircraft Company Models 1900, 1900C,
1900C (C–12J), and 1900D Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Raytheon Aircraft Company Models
1900, 1900C, 1900C (C–12J), and 1900D
airplanes. This AD requires you to
inspect all elevator hinge support
attachments on both left and right
elevators for loose and missing rivets,
replace rivets if loose or missing rivets
are found, inspect the elevator hinge
joints for looseness and clearance of
each elevator to its stabilizer, correct
looseness and clearance if incorrect, and
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report results of the required
inspections. This AD results from a
report of excessive movement of the
elevator and elevator trim. The hinge
support attachment that attaches the
elevator to the horizontal stabilizer was
loose and had loose and missing rivets.
The elevator counterweight horn
showed evidence of rubbing against the
horizontal stabilizer, indicating possible
incorrect clearance. We are issuing this
AD to detect and correct any looseness
in the elevator hinge support
attachments, which could result in
binding of the elevator control system.
This elevator binding could lead to loss
of control of the airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
September 13, 2005.
As of September 13, 2005, the
Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in the
regulation.
We must receive any comments on
this AD by October 20, 2005.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following 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–
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
Raytheon Aircraft Company, P.O. Box
85, Wichita, Kansas 67201; telephone:
(800) 625–7043.
To view the comments to this AD, go
to https://dms.dot.gov. The docket
number is FAA–2005–22332;
Directorate Identifier 2005–CE–46–AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Steven E. Potter, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Services Branch, ACE–
118W, 1801 Airport Road, Wichita,
Kansas 67209; telephone: (316) 946–
4124; facsimile: (316) 946–4107.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
What events have caused this AD? On
a recent flight, a Model 1900D
experienced a binding elevator control
column during takeoff. The pilot was
able to free the control column. During
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continuation of the flight the elevator
trim moved slowly nose up and
required a one-half unit trim adjustment
every one to two minutes. An inspection
found a missing rivet and other loose
rivets on the outboard hinge attachment
that attaches the elevator to the
horizontal stabilizer. The elevator
counterweight horn showed evidence of
rubbing against the horizontal stabilizer,
indicating possible incorrect clearance.
Loose rivets were found on other
airplanes of the same type design.
What is the potential impact if FAA
took no action? Looseness in the
elevator hinge support attachments
could result in binding of the elevator
control system. This elevator binding
could lead to loss of control of the
airplane.
Is there service information that
applies to this subject? Raytheon
Aircraft Company has issued Safety
´
Communique No. 261, dated August
2005.
What are the provisions of this service
information? The service information
specifies inspecting all elevator hinge
support attachments on both left and
right elevators.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of the 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.
Since the unsafe condition described
previously is likely to exist or develop
on other Raytheon Aircraft Company
Models 1900, 1900C, 1900C (C–12J), and
1900D airplanes of the same type
design, we are issuing this AD to detect
and correct any looseness in the elevator
hinge support attachments, which could
result in binding of the elevator control
system. This elevator binding could lead
to loss of control of the airplane.
What does this AD require? This AD
requires you to inspect all elevator
hinge support attachments on both left
and right elevators for loose and missing
rivets, replace rivets if loose or missing
rivets are found, inspect the elevator
hinge joints for looseness and clearance
of each elevator to its stabilizer, correct
looseness and/or clearance if incorrect,
and report results of the required
inspections.
How does the revision to 14 CFR part
39 affect this 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
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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.
Comments Invited
Will I have the opportunity to
comment before you issue the rule? This
AD is a final rule that involves
requirements affecting flight safety and
was not preceded by notice and an
opportunity for public comment;
however, we invite you to submit any
written relevant data, views, or
arguments regarding this AD. Send your
comments to an address listed under
ADDRESSES. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
2005–22332; Directorate Identifier
2005–CE–46–AD’’ in the subject line of
your comments. If you want us to
acknowledge receipt of your mailed
comments, send us a self-addressed,
stamped postcard with the docket
number written on it; we will datestamp your postcard and mail it back to
you. We specifically invite comments
on the overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of
the rule that might suggest a need to
modify it. If a person contacts us
through a nonwritten communication,
and that contact relates to a substantive
part of this 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 the AD in light of those
comments.
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
Will this AD impact various entities?
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.
Will this AD involve a significant rule
or regulatory action? For the reasons
discussed above, I certify that this 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 AD (and other
information as included in the
Regulatory Evaluation) 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–2005–22332;
Directorate Identifier 2005–CE–46–AD’’
in your request.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the Federal Aviation Administration
amends part 39 of the Federal Aviation
Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as follows:
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
I
2005–18–21 Raytheon Aircraft Company:
Amendment 39–14262; Docket No.
FAA–2005–22332; Directorate Identifier
2005–CE–46–AD.
When Does This AD Become Effective?
(a) This AD becomes effective on
September 13, 2005.
Are Any Other ADs Affected By This Action?
(b) None.
What Airplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD affects the following airplane
models and serial numbers that are
certificated in any category:
Models
(1) 1900 ........
(2) 1900C .....
(3) 1900C
(C–12J).
(4) 1900D .....
Serial Nos.
UA–3;
UB–1 through UB–74 and
UC–1 through UC–174;
UD–1 through UD–6; and
UE–1 through UE–439.
What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in
This AD?
(d) This AD results from a report of
excessive movement of the elevator and
elevator trim. The hinge support bracket that
attaches the elevator to the horizontal
stabilizer was loose and had loose and
missing rivets. The elevator counterweight
horn showed evidence of rubbing against the
horizontal stabilizer, indicating possible
incorrect clearance. We are issuing this AD
to detect and correct any looseness in the
elevator hinge support attachments, which
could result in binding of the elevator control
system. This elevator binding could lead to
loss of control of the airplane.
What Must I Do To Address This Problem?
(e) To address this problem, you must do
the following:
Actions
Compliance
Procedures
(1) Inspect all elevator hinge support attachments on both left and right elevators on both
left and right elevators for loose or missing
rivets.
Within 50 hours time-in-service (TIS) after the
effective date of this AD.
(2) If loose or missing rivets are found in the inspection required in paragraph (e)(1) of this
AD, replace reviets.
Before further flight ..........................................
As specified in Raytheon Aircraft Company
´
Safety Communique No. 261, dated August
2005, following the applicable Raytheon Aircraft Company Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5–20–07 and Structural Repair Manual,
Chapter 51–40–02.
As specified in Raytheon Aircraft Company
´
Safety Communique No. 261, dated August
2005, following the applicable Raytheon Aircraft Company Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5–20–07 and Structural Repair Manual,
Chapter 51–40–02.
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Actions
Compliance
Procedures
(3) Inspect the elevator hinge joints for looseness and the clearance of each elevator to
its stabilizer.
Within 50 hours TIS after the effective date of
this AD.
(4) If looseness of the elevator hinge joints or
incorrect clearance between the elevators
and their stabilizers is found, correct the discrepancies.
Before further flight ..........................................
(5) Report the results found in the inspections
required in paragraph (e)(1) and (e)(3) of this
AD. The Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) approved the information collection requirements contained in this regulation under
the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction
Act of 1980 (44 U.S.C. 3501 and those following sections) and assigned OMB Control
Number 2120–0056.
Within 7 days after the inspections required in
paragraph (e)(1) and (e)(3) of this AD.
As specified in Raytheon Aircraft Company
´
Safety Communique No. 261, dated August
2005, following the applicable Raytheon Aircraft Company Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5–20–07.
As specified in Raytheon Aircraft Company
´
Safety Communique No. 261, dated August
2005, following the applicable Raytheon Aircraft Company Maintenance Manual, Chapter 5–20–07.
In addition to Raytheon Aircraft Company,
send a completed copy of the Raytheon
Aircraft Company Elevator Inspection form,
found in Raytheon Aircraft Company Safety
´
Communique No. 261, dated August 2005,
to Steven E. Potter, FAA, 1801 Airport
Road, Wichita, Kansas 67209. Also include
in your report TIS since elevator replacement, if elevator has been replaced.
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, Wichita Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA. For information on any already
approved alternative methods of compliance,
contact Steven E. Potter, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Services Branch, ACE–118W,
1801 Airport Road, Wichita, Kansas 67209;
telephone: (316) 946–4124; facsimile: (316)
946–4107.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on
September 2, 2005.
Kim Smith,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 05–17890 Filed 9–12–05; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2005–21239; Directorate
Identifier 2005–CE–27–AD; Amendment 39–
14263; AD 2005–18–22]
Does This AD Incorporate Any Material by
Reference?
RIN 2120–AA64
(g) You must do the actions required by
this AD following the instructions in
Raytheon Aircraft Company Safety
´
Communique No. 261, dated August 2005.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference of
this service bulletin in accordance with 5
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To get a
copy of this service information, contact
Raytheon Aircraft Company, P.O. Box 85,
Wichita, Kansas 67201; telephone: (800) 625–
7043. To review copies of this service
information, go to the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this
material at NARA, go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal_register/
code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html or call (202) 741–6030. 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 20590–001 or on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov. The docket number is FAA–
2005–22332; Directorate Identifier 2005–CE–
46–AD.
Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon
Aircraft Company Model 390 Premier 1
Airplanes
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Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The FAA adopts a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Raytheon Aircraft Company (Raytheon)
Premier 1 390 airplanes. This AD
requires you to verify minimum
clearances to correct chafing conditions
in the powerplant left-hand and righthand engine installations. This AD
results from reports of inadequate lefthand and right-hand engine assembly
cable, wire, and hose routing clearance.
We are issuing this AD to detect and
correct chafing conditions in the engine
installation, which could result in
leaking flammable fluids near an
ignition source. This failure could lead
to fire damage or loss of airplane
control.
DATES: This AD becomes effective on
November 14, 2005.
SUMMARY:
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As of November 14, 2005, the Director
of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of certain
publications listed in the regulation.
ADDRESSES: To get the service
information identified in this AD,
contact Raytheon Aircraft Company,
P.O. Box 85, Wichita, Kansas 67201–
0085; telephone: (800) 429–5372 or 316–
676–3140.
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 20590–
001 or on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov. The docket number is
FAA–2005–21239; Directorate Identifier
2005–CE–27–AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
James P. Galstad, Aerospace Engineer,
FAA, Wichita ACO, 1801 Airport Road,
Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone: (316)
946–4135; facsimile: (316) 946–4107.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
What events have caused this AD?
The FAA has received reports of chafing
conditions in the powerplant left-hand
and right-hand engine assembly cable,
wire, and hose routing clearance. The
incidents of chafing have been reported
on airplane serial numbers: RB–20, RB–
50, RB–61, and RB–101.
Investigation revealed that the areas of
concern include control cables, wiring
harnesses, fluid and drain hoses, and
support structure. Further, FAA
determined that the cause of the unsafe
condition relates to the design and
quality control.
Raytheon developed kits and service
information to correct the chafing
conditions.
What is the potential impact if FAA
took no action? The existence of chafing
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2005-22332; Directorate Identifier 2005-CE-46-AD;
Amendment 39-14262; AD 2005-18-21]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Raytheon Aircraft Company Models 1900,
1900C, 1900C (C-12J), and 1900D Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Raytheon Aircraft Company Models 1900, 1900C, 1900C (C-12J),
and 1900D airplanes. This AD requires you to inspect all elevator hinge
support attachments on both left and right elevators for loose and
missing rivets, replace rivets if loose or missing rivets are found,
inspect the elevator hinge joints for looseness and clearance of each
elevator to its stabilizer, correct looseness and clearance if
incorrect, and report results of the required inspections. This AD
results from a report of excessive movement of the elevator and
elevator trim. The hinge support attachment that attaches the elevator
to the horizontal stabilizer was loose and had loose and missing
rivets. The elevator counterweight horn showed evidence of rubbing
against the horizontal stabilizer, indicating possible incorrect
clearance. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct any looseness
in the elevator hinge support attachments, which could result in
binding of the elevator control system. This elevator binding could
lead to loss of control of the airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective September 13, 2005.
As of September 13, 2005, the Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed
in the regulation.
We must receive any comments on this AD by October 20, 2005.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following 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 20590-001.
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 Raytheon Aircraft Company, P.O. Box 85, Wichita, Kansas 67201;
telephone: (800) 625-7043.
To view the comments to this AD, go to https://dms.dot.gov. The
docket number is FAA-2005-22332; Directorate Identifier 2005-CE-46-AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Steven E. Potter, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Services Branch, ACE-118W, 1801 Airport Road, Wichita,
Kansas 67209; telephone: (316) 946-4124; facsimile: (316) 946-4107.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
What events have caused this AD? On a recent flight, a Model 1900D
experienced a binding elevator control column during takeoff. The pilot
was able to free the control column. During continuation of the flight
the elevator trim moved slowly nose up and required a one-half unit
trim adjustment every one to two minutes. An inspection found a missing
rivet and other loose rivets on the outboard hinge attachment that
attaches the elevator to the horizontal stabilizer. The elevator
counterweight horn showed evidence of rubbing against the horizontal
stabilizer, indicating possible incorrect clearance. Loose rivets were
found on other airplanes of the same type design.
What is the potential impact if FAA took no action? Looseness in
the elevator hinge support attachments could result in binding of the
elevator control system. This elevator binding could lead to loss of
control of the airplane.
Is there service information that applies to this subject? Raytheon
Aircraft Company has issued Safety Communiqu[eacute] No. 261, dated
August 2005.
What are the provisions of this service information? The service
information specifies inspecting all elevator hinge support attachments
on both left and right elevators.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of the 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.
Since the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist
or develop on other Raytheon Aircraft Company Models 1900, 1900C, 1900C
(C-12J), and 1900D airplanes of the same type design, we are issuing
this AD to detect and correct any looseness in the elevator hinge
support attachments, which could result in binding of the elevator
control system. This elevator binding could lead to loss of control of
the airplane.
What does this AD require? This AD requires you to inspect all
elevator hinge support attachments on both left and right elevators for
loose and missing rivets, replace rivets if loose or missing rivets are
found, inspect the elevator hinge joints for looseness and clearance of
each elevator to its stabilizer, correct looseness and/or clearance if
incorrect, and report results of the required inspections.
How does the revision to 14 CFR part 39 affect this 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
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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.
Comments Invited
Will I have the opportunity to comment before you issue the rule?
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety and was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for public
comment; however, we invite you to submit any written relevant data,
views, or arguments regarding this AD. Send your comments to an address
listed under ADDRESSES. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2005-22332;
Directorate Identifier 2005-CE-46-AD'' in the subject line of your
comments. If you want us to acknowledge receipt of your mailed
comments, send us a self-addressed, stamped postcard with the docket
number written on it; we will date-stamp your postcard and mail it back
to you. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the rule that might
suggest a need to modify it. If a person contacts us through a
nonwritten communication, and that contact relates to a substantive
part of this 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 the AD in light of those comments.
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
Will this AD impact various entities? 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.
Will this AD involve a significant rule or regulatory action? For
the reasons discussed above, I certify that this 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 AD (and
other information as included in the Regulatory Evaluation) 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-2005-22332; Directorate Identifier 2005-CE-46-AD'' in your
request.
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 Federal Aviation Administration amends part 39 of the Federal
Aviation Regulations (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 FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2005-18-21 Raytheon Aircraft Company: Amendment 39-14262; Docket No.
FAA-2005-22332; Directorate Identifier 2005-CE-46-AD.
When Does This AD Become Effective?
(a) This AD becomes effective on September 13, 2005.
Are Any Other ADs Affected By This Action?
(b) None.
What Airplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD affects the following airplane models and serial
numbers that are certificated in any category:
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Models Serial Nos.
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(1) 1900............................ UA-3;
(2) 1900C........................... UB-1 through UB-74 and UC-1
through UC-174;
(3) 1900C (C-12J)................... UD-1 through UD-6; and
(4) 1900D........................... UE-1 through UE-439.
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What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in This AD?
(d) This AD results from a report of excessive movement of the
elevator and elevator trim. The hinge support bracket that attaches
the elevator to the horizontal stabilizer was loose and had loose
and missing rivets. The elevator counterweight horn showed evidence
of rubbing against the horizontal stabilizer, indicating possible
incorrect clearance. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct
any looseness in the elevator hinge support attachments, which could
result in binding of the elevator control system. This elevator
binding could lead to loss of control of the airplane.
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 all elevator Within 50 hours time- As specified in
hinge support attachments in-service (TIS) Raytheon Aircraft
on both left and right after the effective Company Safety
elevators on both left and date of this AD. Communiqu[eacute]
right elevators for loose No. 261, dated
or missing rivets. August 2005,
following the
applicable Raytheon
Aircraft Company
Maintenance Manual,
Chapter 5-20-07 and
Structural Repair
Manual, Chapter 51-
40-02.
(2) If loose or missing Before further As specified in
rivets are found in the flight. Raytheon Aircraft
inspection required in Company Safety
paragraph (e)(1) of this Communiqu[eacute]
AD, replace reviets. No. 261, dated
August 2005,
following the
applicable Raytheon
Aircraft Company
Maintenance Manual,
Chapter 5-20-07 and
Structural Repair
Manual, Chapter 51-
40-02.
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(3) Inspect the elevator Within 50 hours TIS As specified in
hinge joints for looseness after the effective Raytheon Aircraft
and the clearance of each date of this AD. Company Safety
elevator to its stabilizer. Communiqu[eacute]
No. 261, dated
August 2005,
following the
applicable Raytheon
Aircraft Company
Maintenance Manual,
Chapter 5-20-07.
(4) If looseness of the Before further As specified in
elevator hinge joints or flight. Raytheon Aircraft
incorrect clearance between Company Safety
the elevators and their Communiqu[eacute]
stabilizers is found, No. 261, dated
correct the discrepancies. August 2005,
following the
applicable Raytheon
Aircraft Company
Maintenance Manual,
Chapter 5-20-07.
(5) Report the results found Within 7 days after In addition to
in the inspections required the inspections Raytheon Aircraft
in paragraph (e)(1) and required in Company, send a
(e)(3) of this AD. The paragraph (e)(1) completed copy of
Office of Management and and (e)(3) of this the Raytheon
Budget (OMB) approved the AD. Aircraft Company
information collection Elevator Inspection
requirements contained in form, found in
this regulation under the Raytheon Aircraft
provisions of the Paperwork Company Safety
Reduction Act of 1980 (44 Communiqu[eacute]
U.S.C. 3501 and those No. 261, dated
following sections) and August 2005, to
assigned OMB Control Number Steven E. Potter,
2120-0056. FAA, 1801 Airport
Road, Wichita,
Kansas 67209. Also
include in your
report TIS since
elevator
replacement, if
elevator has been
replaced.
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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, Wichita Aircraft
Certification Office, FAA. For information on any already approved
alternative methods of compliance, contact Steven E. Potter,
Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Services Branch, ACE-118W, 1801
Airport Road, Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone: (316) 946-4124;
facsimile: (316) 946-4107.
Does This AD Incorporate Any Material by Reference?
(g) You must do the actions required by this AD following the
instructions in Raytheon Aircraft Company Safety Communiqu[eacute]
No. 261, dated August 2005. The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference of this service bulletin in
accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To get a copy of
this service information, contact Raytheon Aircraft Company, P.O.
Box 85, Wichita, Kansas 67201; telephone: (800) 625-7043. To review
copies of this service information, go to the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability
of this material at NARA, go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal_
register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html or call
(202) 741-6030. 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 20590-001 or on
the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov. The docket number is FAA-2005-
22332; Directorate Identifier 2005-CE-46-AD.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on September 2, 2005.
Kim Smith,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 05-17890 Filed 9-12-05; 8:45 am]
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