Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and A300 B4 Series Airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R and F4-600R Series Airplanes, and Model A300 C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes); and Model A310-200 and -300 Series Airplanes, 56814-56818 [05-19229]
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needs. The pilot was originally
scheduled to expire in 1998 but was
extended until December 8, 2004,
through a series of legislative actions.
On December 8, 2004, President Bush
signed Public Law 108–447, Division K,
which included the Small Business
Administration Reauthorization and
Manufacturing Assistance Act of 2004.
This Act gave SBA authorization to
continue several programs but did not
re-authorize the VSB program. Because
SBA no longer has statutory authority to
conduct the VSB program, the
regulations applicable to the program
are no longer necessary and will be
removed from the Code of Federal
Regulations. Removal of these
regulations is an entirely administrative
action that will minimize confusion
about the status of the VSB program and
how agencies are to conduct
procurements.
The expiration of the authority to give
preference to very small businesses
under the VSB program also impacts the
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
SBA has notified the Civilian Agency
Acquisition Council (Council) as well as
the Federal procurement agencies of the
expiration of the VSB program and
intends to work with the Council to
implement the necessary amendments
to the FAR.
Compliance With Executive Orders
12866, 12988, and 13132, the
Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C.
Ch. 35), and the Regulatory Flexibility
Act (5 U.S.C. 601–612)
OMB has determined that this final
rule does not constitute a ’’significant
regulatory action’’ under Executive
Order 12866.
For purposes of the Paperwork
Reduction Act, 44 U.S.C. Ch. 35, the
SBA determines that this rule does not
impose new reporting or recordkeeping
requirements.
This action meets applicable
standards set forth in sections 3(a) and
3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988, Civil
Justice Reform, to minimize litigation,
eliminate ambiguity, and reduce
burden. The action does not have
retroactive or preemptive effect.
This regulation will not have
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. Therefore, for the
purposes of Executive Order 13132,
SBA determines that this final rule has
no federalism implications warranting
preparation of a federalism assessment.
The Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA),
5 U.S.C. 601–612, requires
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administrative agencies to consider the
effect of their actions on small entities,
small non-profit enterprises, and small
local governments. Pursuant to the RFA,
when an agency issues a rulemaking,
the agency must prepare a regulatory
flexibility analysis which describes the
impact of the rule on small entities.
However, section 605 of the RFA allows
an agency to certify a rule, in lieu of
preparing an analysis, if the rulemaking
is not expected to have a significant
economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities. Within the
meaning of RFA, SBA certifies that this
rule will not have a significant
economic impact on a substantial
number of small entities.
List of Subjects
13 CFR Part 121
Administrative practice and
procedures, Government procurement,
Government property, Reporting and
recordkeeping requirements, Small
businesses.
13 CFR Part 125
Government contracts, Government
procurement, Small businesses,
Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Small businesses,
Technical assistance.
I For the reasons stated in the preamble,
the Small Business Administration
amends 13 CFR parts 121 and 125 as
follows:
PART 121—SMALL BUSINESS SIZE
REGULATIONS
1. The authority citation for Part 121
is revised to read as follows:
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Authority: 15 U.S.C. 632(a), (p), (q),
634(b)(6), 637(a), 644, and 662(5); Pub. L.
105–135 sec. 401 et seq.
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2. Revise § 121.401 to read as follows:
§ 121.401 What procurement programs are
subject to size determinations?
The rules set forth in §§ 121.401
through 121.413 apply to all Federal
procurement programs for which status
as a small business is required or
advantageous, including the small
business set-aside program, SBA’s
Certificate of Competency program,
SBA’s 8(a) Business Development
program, SBA’s HUBZone program,
SBA’s Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned
Small Business program, the Small
Business Subcontracting program, and
the Federal Small Disadvantaged
Business (SDB) program.
§ 121.413
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3. Remove and reserve § 121.413.
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PART 125—GOVERNMENT
CONTRACTING PROGRAMS
4. The authority citation for Part 125
is revised to read as follows:
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Authority: 15 U.S.C. 632(p), (q); 634(b)(6);
637; 644 and 657(f).
§ 125.7
[Removed and Reserved]
5. Amend Part 125 by removing and
reserving § 125.7.
I 6. Revise § 125.13 to read as follows:
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§ 125.13 May 8(a) Program participants,
HUBZone SBCs, Small and Disadvantaged
Businesses, or Women-Owned Small
Businesses qualify as SDVO SBCs?
Yes, 8(a) Program participants,
HUBZone SBCs, Small and
Disadvantaged Businesses, and WomenOwned SBCs, may also qualify as SDVO
SBCs if they meet the requirements in
this subject.
Dated: September 23, 2005.
Hector V. Barretto,
Administrator.
[FR Doc. 05–19512 Filed 9–28–05; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 8025–01–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2005–20796; Directorate
Identifier 2004–NM–160–AD; Amendment
39–14299; AD 2005–20–06]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A300 B2 and A300 B4 Series Airplanes;
Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R and F4–
600R Series Airplanes, and Model A300
C4–605R Variant F Airplanes
(Collectively Called A300–600 Series
Airplanes); and Model A310–200 and
–300 Series Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all the
Airbus models identified above. This
AD requires modifying the electrical
power supply logic for the integral
lighting of the standby horizon indicator
in the cockpit, accomplishing repetitive
operational tests of the integral lighting
logic system, and performing corrective
action if necessary. This AD is
prompted by a report of temporary loss
of six cathode ray tube (CRT) flight
displays and the integral lighting of the
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standby horizon indicator backlight in
the cockpit during takeoff, due to failure
of the normal electrical power circuit.
That power circuit supplies power to
both the CRTs and the standby horizon
indicator backlight. We are issuing this
AD to prevent loss of the integral
lighting due to failure of the normal
electrical power circuit, which could
result in inability of the pilot to read the
backup attitude information during
takeoff, and possible deviation from the
intended flight path.
This AD becomes effective
November 3, 2005.
The incorporation by reference of
certain publications listed in the AD is
approved by the Director of the Federal
Register as of November 3, 2005.
DATES:
For service information
identified in this AD, contact Airbus, 1
Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707
Blagnac Cedex, France.
Docket: The AD docket contains the
proposed AD, comments, and any final
disposition. You can 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 U.S. Department of Transportation,
400 Seventh Street SW., room PL–401,
Washington, DC. This docket number is
FAA–2005–20796; the directorate
identifier for this docket is 2004–NM–
160–AD.
ADDRESSES:
Tim
Backman, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington
98055–4056; telephone (425) 227–2797;
fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA
proposed to amend 14 CFR part 39 with
an AD for all Airbus Model A300 B2
and A300 B4 series airplanes; Model
A300 B4–600, B4–600R and F4–600R
series airplanes, and Model A300 C4–
605R Variant F airplanes (collectively
called A300–600 series airplanes); and
Model A310 series airplanes. That
action, published in the Federal
Register on April 4, 2005 (70 FR 16981),
proposed to require modifying the
electrical power supply logic for the
integral lighting of the standby horizon
indicator in the cockpit, accomplishing
repetitive operational tests of the
integral lighting logic system, and
performing corrective action if
necessary.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Comments
We provided the public the
opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We have
considered the comments that have
been submitted on the NPRM.
Support for Proposed AD
One commenter supports the intent
and actions specified in the NPRM.
Request To Revise Service Information/
Change Certain Requirements
One commenter states that it has no
objection to the intent of the NPRM—to
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prevent loss of integral lighting;
however, the commenter has several
concerns. Each of the commenter’s
concerns is followed by an FAA
response.
1. The NPRM and the referenced
French airworthiness directive are based
on one operator, one airplane, and one
event. The commenter notes that the
Airbus solution was to issue the
referenced service information, and
adds that the reported multiple cathode
ray tube (CRT) failure seems to be a
mystery. Per the Discussion section in
the NPRM, ‘‘The temporary loss of the
CRTs is still under investigation.’’
However, the referenced service bulletin
specifies ‘‘This inspection service
bulletin (ISB) recommends checking the
standby horizon integral lighting logic
supply. Accomplishment of this ISB
will avoid the loss of the standby
horizon indicator integral lighting.’’ The
commenter notes that there is no CRT
reference in the service bulletin. The
commenter would like to see the
modification specified in the service
bulletins be compatible with the
modification required by the NPRM; for
this to occur, the service bulletins must
be revised to specify if the CRT issue is
corrected with the modification.
Airbus has issued the following
revised service bulletins (the previous
versions were referenced in the NPRM
as the appropriate sources of service
information for accomplishing certain
required actions):
REVISED SERVICE BULLETINS
For Model—
Service Bulletin date—
A300 B2 and A300 B4 series airplanes ...................................................
A300 B4–600, B4–600R and F4–600R series airplanes; A300 C4–
605R Variant F airplanes.
A300–31–0077, Revision 01, dated January 28, 2005.
A300–31–6105, Revision 03, dated December 20, 2004.
A310 series airplanes ...............................................................................
A300–33–6049, Revision 02, dated April 25, 2005.
A310–31–2120, Revision 02, dated January 28, 2005; and Revision
03, dated June 22, 2005.
We have added the revisions above to
this final rule as the sources of service
information for accomplishing certain
actions. These revisions add no further
work to the previous issues of the
service bulletins; operators are merely
informed that the revised service
bulletins are mandatory. We have
changed paragraph (f) of this AD to add
credit for actions done in accordance
with the previous issues of the service
bulletins.
For clarification, the standby horizon
indicator provides backup attitude
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information to the pilot and is
illuminated by integral lighting (a
backlight). The purpose of modifying
the electrical power supply logic for the
integral lighting is to provide automatic
switching to a different power circuit if
there is a failure of the normal power
circuit. This switching will allow the
pilot to read attitude information from
the standby indicator in low light
conditions with a failure of the normal
power circuit. The technical content of
the referenced service bulletins is
correct and contains adequate
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information and procedures to
accomplish the modification of the
electrical power supply logic; however,
this modification will not correct the
temporary loss of the CRTs, which is
still under investigation. We have
changed the Summary section and
paragraph (d) of this AD to add this
clarification.
2. The modification of the integral
lighting power supply logic of the
standby horizon is still not the ultimate
‘‘fix’’ since the NPRM requires
indefinite repetitive operational tests of
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the modification. The commenter argues
that the referenced service bulletins
were issued by Airbus as a data
collection device to verify that the
modification fixed the problem. Further
explanation of the necessity of the
repetitive operational tests, by the FAA
´ ´
or the Direction Generale de l’Aviation
Civile (DGAC), which is the
airworthiness authority for France, is
requested.
We acknowledge the commenter’s
concern regarding accomplishing
repetitive operational tests indefinitely,
but we disagree with the comment that
the service bulletins were issued by
Airbus as a data collection device to
verify that the modification fixed the
problem. The FAA, DGAC, and Airbus
regard the modification of the integral
lighting power supply logic of the
standby horizon indicator a final fix to
ensure adequate lighting. During
operation under normal electrical
power, background lighting of the standby attitude is supplied through a
specific power circuit. However, the
modification provides automatic
switching to a different power circuit if
there is a failure of the normal power
circuit. This feature is hidden as long as
the normal power circuit is operating.
Consequently, to limit the exposure
time of a hidden failure of the automatic
switching feature to meet safety
objectives, a periodic operational test is
required.
3. The NPRM requires indefinite
repetitive operational tests of the
modification at 600-flight-hour
intervals. The commenter has an
established B-check maintenance
schedule of 350 flight hours and would
like to propose that the test interval be
changed to a 700-flight-hour interval.
This would allow for routine scheduling
of aircraft and add only 1.5 man hours
to its current B-check workload.
We agree that the test interval can be
changed to a 700-flight-hour interval.
The manufacturer has completed a
reassessment of the probability of the
loss of the automatic switching feature.
As a result of a detailed Failure Mode
Effect Analysis, and inclusion of the
latest fleet cumulative flight-hour data,
the necessary safety objective can be
met with an extension of the maximum
exposure time to 700 flight hours. We
have changed paragraph (h) of this AD
accordingly.
4. Of the 189 airplanes of U.S. registry
that are affected by the NPRM, the
commenter currently operates 107, with
8 more in a passenger-to-freighter
conversion process. All of these
airplanes will require the proposed
modification. The referenced service
bulletins specify that obtaining the kits
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to accomplish the modification will take
a 4-month lead-time from receipt of
order. This makes scheduling and
accomplishing the modification on all
its airplanes within the 12 month
compliance time virtually impossible.
The commenter proposes a 36-month
compliance time to allow the
commenter to take advantage of its Ccheck intervals, which are Airbus
specified at 910 days or 3,500 flight
hours, whichever occurs first. The
proposed compliance time also takes
into consideration that maintenance
facilities are down for host-country
holidays, and limited maintenance is
accomplished in the U.S. from October
through January for maximum airlift
during that time.
We agree to extend the compliance
time for the modification to within 18
months after the effective date of this
AD. We find that, for the airplane
models affected by this AD, operators
should be able to accomplish the
modification within 18-months. For
operators that encounter difficulty
accomplishing the modification within
this timeframe, under the provisions of
paragraph (j) of this AD, we may
approve a request for further adjustment
to the compliance time if data are
submitted to substantiate that such an
adjustment would provide an acceptable
level of safety.
5. The cost estimates for the NPRM
differ from the cost estimates specified
in the referenced service bulletins. The
service bulletins specify a minimum of
two Airbus kits, and some airplanes will
need three, depending on whether other
modifications are embodied. The
commenter has computed a required
parts price range of $5,410 to $9,350,
with an associated work hour range of
31 to 36. Based on these figures, the
estimated cost for the proposed
modification would be between $7,425
and $11,690 per airplane. The service
bulletins also indicate that the
operational test will require 1.5 work
hours to accomplish, which is an
additional $97.50 per airplane, per test
cycle.
We do not agree, the cost of the kits
and the number of work hours are the
same as those specified in the
referenced service bulletins. The cost
analysis in AD rulemaking actions
typically does not include incidental
costs such as the time required to gain
access and close up, time necessary for
planning, or time necessitated by other
administrative actions. Because the
work hours may vary significantly from
operator to operator, depending on the
airplane configuration, they are almost
impossible to calculate. We have made
no change to the AD in this regard.
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6. The corrective action specified in
paragraph (i) of the NPRM is too vague
and will slow the repair process, as
follows: ‘‘If any operational test required
by paragraph (h) of this AD fails: Before
further flight, accomplish any
applicable repair per a method
approved by either the Manager,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate; or the
´ ´
Direction Generale de l’Aviation Civile
(or its delegated agent).’’ The literal
interpretation of this, as written, is that
when a test fails, the airplane is
grounded until the FAA grants an
approved method that would restore the
airplane to an operational condition.
This prevents the operator from using
established maintenance practices until
an ‘‘approved method’’ is granted by the
FAA or DGAC. The approval required is
implied to be per airplane, since the
operational test is done by individual
airplane. Allowing the use of standard
maintenance practices would allow an
operator to restore the affected airplane
on-site and expedite the return to
operational status. The FAA-approved
operator’s general maintenance manual,
aircraft maintenance manual, illustrated
parts catalog, wire diagram manual, and
system schematic manual, have always
been accepted tools to troubleshoot and
restore an airplane to operational status.
Instances of a failed test in which
standard maintenance practices do not
solve the problem should be the only
time an AMOC would be required by
the FAA or DGAC.
We agree that, in the case of a failed
test in which standard maintenance
practices do not solve the problem, a
repair approved by us or the DGAC is
required. The service bulletins for the
test do not provide formal repair/trouble
shooting instructions if a test fails.
However, the manufacturer has
confirmed that their intent was that any
repair/trouble shooting following such
failure should be performed per basic
maintenance practices, using standard
Airbus documentation. We have
included the aircraft wiring manual,
trouble shooting manual, and aircraft
maintenance manual as approved
methods for accomplishing the repairs
specified in paragraph (i) of this AD.
Explanation of Change to Applicability
We have revised the applicability of
the NPRM to identify model
designations as published in the most
recent type certificate data sheet for the
affected models.
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the
available data, including the comments
that have been submitted, and
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determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD
with the changes described previously.
We have determined that these changes
will neither increase the economic
burden on any operator nor increase the
scope of the AD.
Costs of Compliance
This AD affects about 189 airplanes of
U.S. registry.
It will take between approximately 10
and 36 work hours per airplane to
accomplish the modification (depending
on the number of kits needed), at an
average labor rate of $65 per work hour.
Required parts will cost approximately
between $310 and $4,880 per airplane.
Based on these figures, the estimated
cost of the modification is between $960
and $7,220 per airplane.
It will take about 1 work hour per
airplane to accomplish the operational
test, at an average labor rate of $65 per
work hour. Based on these figures, the
estimated cost of the test is $12,285, or
$65 per airplane, per test cycle.
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 this AD:
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
(2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under
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. 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
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
2005–20–06 Airbus: Amendment 39–14299.
Docket No. FAA–2005–20796;
Directorate Identifier 2004–NM–160–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective November 3,
2005.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Airbus Model
A300 B2–1A, B2–1C, B2K–3C, and B2–203
and A300 B4–2C, B4–103, and B4–203
airplanes; Model A300 B4–601, B4–603, B4–
620, and B4–622, A300 B4–605R and B4–
622R, A300 F4–605R and F4–622R, and A300
C4–605R Variant F airplanes; and Model
A310–203, –204, –221, and –222 and –304,
–322, –324, and –325 airplanes; certificated
in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD was prompted by a report of
temporary loss of six cathode ray tube (CRT)
flight displays and the integral lighting of the
standby horizon indicator in the cockpit
during takeoff, due to failure of the normal
electrical power circuit. That power circuit
supplies power to both the CRTs and standby
horizon indicator backlight. We are issuing
this AD to prevent loss of the integral lighting
due to failure of the normal electrical power
circuit, which could result in inability of the
pilot to read the backup attitude information
during takeoff, and possible deviation from
the intended flight path.
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.
Required Service Information
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
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2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
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(f) Unless otherwise specified in this AD,
the term ‘‘service bulletin,’’ as used in this
AD, means the Accomplishment Instructions
of the applicable service bulletin identified
in Table 1 of this AD. Airbus Service
Bulletins A300–33–0126, A300–33–6049,
and A310–33–2047 specify to submit certain
information to the manufacturer, but this AD
does not include that requirement.
TABLE 1.—SERVICE BULLETINS
And, for actions done before the
effective date of this AD, credit is
given for prior accomplishing of—
For Airbus Models—
Use Airbus Service Bulletin(s)—
Revision—
Dated—
A300 B2 and A300 B4 series ........
A300–31–0077 (Airbus Modification 12513).
A300–33–0126 .............................
A300–31–6105 (Airbus Modifications 12513 and 12730).
01 ................
January 28, 2005
Original, dated March 2, 2004.
Original ........
03 ................
April 5, 2004 ........
December 20,
2004.
N/A.
Revision 02, dated May 27, 2003.
A300–33–6049 .............................
02 ................
April 25, 2005 ......
A310–31–2120 (Airbus Modification 12513).
03 ................
June 22, 2005 .....
Original, dated April 5, 2004; Revision 01, dated May 28, 2004.
Original, dated November 19,
2002; Revision 01, dated May
27, 2003; Revision 02, dated
January 28, 2005.
A300 B4–600; A300 B4–600R and
F4–600R series; and A300 C4–
605R Variant F airplanes.
A310 series ....................................
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TABLE 1.—SERVICE BULLETINS—Continued
For Airbus Models—
And, for actions done before the
effective date of this AD, credit is
given for prior accomplishing of—
Use Airbus Service Bulletin(s)—
Revision—
Dated—
A310–33–2047 .............................
Original ........
April 5, 2004 ........
Modification
(g) For airplanes on which Airbus
Modifications 12513 and 12730 have not
been accomplished: Within 18 months after
the effective date of this AD, modify the
electrical power supply logic of the integral
lighting for the standby horizon indicator in
the cockpit in accordance with the service
bulletin.
Repetitive Operational Tests
(h) For all airplanes: Within 700 flight
hours after accomplishing the modification
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, or
within 700 flight hours after the effective
date of this AD, whichever is later,
accomplish the operational test of the
integral lighting logic system in accordance
with the service bulletin. Repeat the test
N/A.
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 700 flight
hours.
approved by the FAA or the DGAC is
required.
Corrective Action
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(j) The Manager, International Branch,
ANM–116, has the authority to approve
AMOCs for this AD, if requested in
accordance with the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19.
(i) If any operational test required by
paragraph (h) of this AD fails: Before further
flight, accomplish any applicable repair per
a method approved by either the Manager,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate; or the
´ ´
Direction Generale de l’Aviation Civile
(DGAC) (or its delegated agent). Airbus
A300–600 and A310 Trouble Shooting
Manuals; Airbus A300–600 and A310
Aircraft Wiring Manuals; and Airbus A300–
600 and A310 Aircraft Maintenance Manuals,
are approved methods for accomplishing the
repair, as applicable. Except, in the case of
a failed test in which standard maintenance
practices do not solve the problem, a repair
Related Information
(k) French airworthiness directive F–2004–
098, dated July 7, 2004, also addresses the
subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(l) You must use the applicable service
bulletin identified in Table 2 of this AD to
perform the actions that are required by this
AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
TABLE 2.—SERVICE BULLETINS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Airbus Service Bulletin—
Revision—
A300–31–0077 .............................................................................................................................................
A300–31–6105 .............................................................................................................................................
A300–33–0126, excluding Appendix 01 ......................................................................................................
A300–33–6049, excluding Appendix 01 ......................................................................................................
A310–31–2120 .............................................................................................................................................
A310–33–2047, excluding Appendix 01 ......................................................................................................
01 ................
03 ................
Original ........
02 ................
03 ................
Original ........
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 Airbus, 1
Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac
Cedex, France, 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
September 20, 2005.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2005–22540; Directorate
Identifier 2004–NM–137–AD; Amendment
39–14301; AD 2005–20–08]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A330–200 and –300 Series Airplanes;
and Model A340–200 and –300 Series
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
Airbus transport category airplanes,
identified above. This AD requires an
inspection to determine if a certain
lower pin (p-pin) of the retraction
actuator of the main landing gear (MLG)
is installed. If the affected p-pin is
installed, this AD requires a one-time
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inspection of the p-pin for correct grease
hole position and cracking; repetitive
daily inspections for pin migration; and
eventual replacement of all p-pins with
new p-pins. For any p-pin that is
cracked or shows pin migration, this AD
requires immediate replacement with a
new p-pin. Replacing the p-pin with one
that is correctly manufactured (i.e., that
has the correct grease hole position) is
terminating action for the repetitive
inspections. This AD results from a
report that a cracked p-pin was found
when the MLG was removed for
overhaul. We are issuing this AD to
prevent failure of the p-pin, which
could result in degradation of the MLG
structural integrity and possible
hazardous landing.
Effective October 14, 2005.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in the AD
as of October 14, 2005.
We must receive comments on this
AD by November 28, 2005.
DATES:
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2005-20796; Directorate Identifier 2004-NM-160-AD;
Amendment 39-14299; AD 2005-20-06]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2 and A300 B4 Series
Airplanes; Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R and F4-600R Series Airplanes, and
Model A300 C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600
Series Airplanes); and Model A310-200 and -300 Series Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
the Airbus models identified above. This AD requires modifying the
electrical power supply logic for the integral lighting of the standby
horizon indicator in the cockpit, accomplishing repetitive operational
tests of the integral lighting logic system, and performing corrective
action if necessary. This AD is prompted by a report of temporary loss
of six cathode ray tube (CRT) flight displays and the integral lighting
of the
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standby horizon indicator backlight in the cockpit during takeoff, due
to failure of the normal electrical power circuit. That power circuit
supplies power to both the CRTs and the standby horizon indicator
backlight. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of the integral
lighting due to failure of the normal electrical power circuit, which
could result in inability of the pilot to read the backup attitude
information during takeoff, and possible deviation from the intended
flight path.
DATES: This AD becomes effective November 3, 2005.
The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in
the AD is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of
November 3, 2005.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact
Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France.
Docket: The AD docket contains the proposed AD, comments, and any
final disposition. You can 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 U.S.
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., room PL-401,
Washington, DC. This docket number is FAA-2005-20796; the directorate
identifier for this docket is 2004-NM-160-AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tim Backman, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056; telephone (425) 227-
2797; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The FAA proposed to amend 14 CFR part 39
with an AD for all Airbus Model A300 B2 and A300 B4 series airplanes;
Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R and F4-600R series airplanes, and Model A300
C4-605R Variant F airplanes (collectively called A300-600 series
airplanes); and Model A310 series airplanes. That action, published in
the Federal Register on April 4, 2005 (70 FR 16981), proposed to
require modifying the electrical power supply logic for the integral
lighting of the standby horizon indicator in the cockpit, accomplishing
repetitive operational tests of the integral lighting logic system, and
performing corrective action if necessary.
Comments
We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We have considered the comments that have been
submitted on the NPRM.
Support for Proposed AD
One commenter supports the intent and actions specified in the
NPRM.
Request To Revise Service Information/Change Certain Requirements
One commenter states that it has no objection to the intent of the
NPRM--to prevent loss of integral lighting; however, the commenter has
several concerns. Each of the commenter's concerns is followed by an
FAA response.
1. The NPRM and the referenced French airworthiness directive are
based on one operator, one airplane, and one event. The commenter notes
that the Airbus solution was to issue the referenced service
information, and adds that the reported multiple cathode ray tube (CRT)
failure seems to be a mystery. Per the Discussion section in the NPRM,
``The temporary loss of the CRTs is still under investigation.''
However, the referenced service bulletin specifies ``This inspection
service bulletin (ISB) recommends checking the standby horizon integral
lighting logic supply. Accomplishment of this ISB will avoid the loss
of the standby horizon indicator integral lighting.'' The commenter
notes that there is no CRT reference in the service bulletin. The
commenter would like to see the modification specified in the service
bulletins be compatible with the modification required by the NPRM; for
this to occur, the service bulletins must be revised to specify if the
CRT issue is corrected with the modification.
Airbus has issued the following revised service bulletins (the
previous versions were referenced in the NPRM as the appropriate
sources of service information for accomplishing certain required
actions):
Revised Service Bulletins
------------------------------------------------------------------------
For Model-- Service Bulletin date--
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A300 B2 and A300 B4 series airplanes... A300-31-0077, Revision 01,
dated January 28, 2005.
A300 B4-600, B4-600R and F4-600R series A300-31-6105, Revision 03,
airplanes; A300 C4-605R Variant F dated December 20, 2004.
airplanes.
A300-33-6049, Revision 02,
dated April 25, 2005.
A310 series airplanes.................. A310-31-2120, Revision 02,
dated January 28, 2005; and
Revision 03, dated June 22,
2005.
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We have added the revisions above to this final rule as the sources
of service information for accomplishing certain actions. These
revisions add no further work to the previous issues of the service
bulletins; operators are merely informed that the revised service
bulletins are mandatory. We have changed paragraph (f) of this AD to
add credit for actions done in accordance with the previous issues of
the service bulletins.
For clarification, the standby horizon indicator provides backup
attitude information to the pilot and is illuminated by integral
lighting (a backlight). The purpose of modifying the electrical power
supply logic for the integral lighting is to provide automatic
switching to a different power circuit if there is a failure of the
normal power circuit. This switching will allow the pilot to read
attitude information from the standby indicator in low light conditions
with a failure of the normal power circuit. The technical content of
the referenced service bulletins is correct and contains adequate
information and procedures to accomplish the modification of the
electrical power supply logic; however, this modification will not
correct the temporary loss of the CRTs, which is still under
investigation. We have changed the Summary section and paragraph (d) of
this AD to add this clarification.
2. The modification of the integral lighting power supply logic of
the standby horizon is still not the ultimate ``fix'' since the NPRM
requires indefinite repetitive operational tests of
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the modification. The commenter argues that the referenced service
bulletins were issued by Airbus as a data collection device to verify
that the modification fixed the problem. Further explanation of the
necessity of the repetitive operational tests, by the FAA or the
Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile (DGAC), which is
the airworthiness authority for France, is requested.
We acknowledge the commenter's concern regarding accomplishing
repetitive operational tests indefinitely, but we disagree with the
comment that the service bulletins were issued by Airbus as a data
collection device to verify that the modification fixed the problem.
The FAA, DGAC, and Airbus regard the modification of the integral
lighting power supply logic of the standby horizon indicator a final
fix to ensure adequate lighting. During operation under normal
electrical power, background lighting of the stand-by attitude is
supplied through a specific power circuit. However, the modification
provides automatic switching to a different power circuit if there is a
failure of the normal power circuit. This feature is hidden as long as
the normal power circuit is operating. Consequently, to limit the
exposure time of a hidden failure of the automatic switching feature to
meet safety objectives, a periodic operational test is required.
3. The NPRM requires indefinite repetitive operational tests of the
modification at 600-flight-hour intervals. The commenter has an
established B-check maintenance schedule of 350 flight hours and would
like to propose that the test interval be changed to a 700-flight-hour
interval. This would allow for routine scheduling of aircraft and add
only 1.5 man hours to its current B-check workload.
We agree that the test interval can be changed to a 700-flight-hour
interval. The manufacturer has completed a reassessment of the
probability of the loss of the automatic switching feature. As a result
of a detailed Failure Mode Effect Analysis, and inclusion of the latest
fleet cumulative flight-hour data, the necessary safety objective can
be met with an extension of the maximum exposure time to 700 flight
hours. We have changed paragraph (h) of this AD accordingly.
4. Of the 189 airplanes of U.S. registry that are affected by the
NPRM, the commenter currently operates 107, with 8 more in a passenger-
to-freighter conversion process. All of these airplanes will require
the proposed modification. The referenced service bulletins specify
that obtaining the kits to accomplish the modification will take a 4-
month lead-time from receipt of order. This makes scheduling and
accomplishing the modification on all its airplanes within the 12 month
compliance time virtually impossible. The commenter proposes a 36-month
compliance time to allow the commenter to take advantage of its C-check
intervals, which are Airbus specified at 910 days or 3,500 flight
hours, whichever occurs first. The proposed compliance time also takes
into consideration that maintenance facilities are down for host-
country holidays, and limited maintenance is accomplished in the U.S.
from October through January for maximum airlift during that time.
We agree to extend the compliance time for the modification to
within 18 months after the effective date of this AD. We find that, for
the airplane models affected by this AD, operators should be able to
accomplish the modification within 18-months. For operators that
encounter difficulty accomplishing the modification within this
timeframe, under the provisions of paragraph (j) of this AD, we may
approve a request for further adjustment to the compliance time if data
are submitted to substantiate that such an adjustment would provide an
acceptable level of safety.
5. The cost estimates for the NPRM differ from the cost estimates
specified in the referenced service bulletins. The service bulletins
specify a minimum of two Airbus kits, and some airplanes will need
three, depending on whether other modifications are embodied. The
commenter has computed a required parts price range of $5,410 to
$9,350, with an associated work hour range of 31 to 36. Based on these
figures, the estimated cost for the proposed modification would be
between $7,425 and $11,690 per airplane. The service bulletins also
indicate that the operational test will require 1.5 work hours to
accomplish, which is an additional $97.50 per airplane, per test cycle.
We do not agree, the cost of the kits and the number of work hours
are the same as those specified in the referenced service bulletins.
The cost analysis in AD rulemaking actions typically does not include
incidental costs such as the time required to gain access and close up,
time necessary for planning, or time necessitated by other
administrative actions. Because the work hours may vary significantly
from operator to operator, depending on the airplane configuration,
they are almost impossible to calculate. We have made no change to the
AD in this regard.
6. The corrective action specified in paragraph (i) of the NPRM is
too vague and will slow the repair process, as follows: ``If any
operational test required by paragraph (h) of this AD fails: Before
further flight, accomplish any applicable repair per a method approved
by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate; or the Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de
l'Aviation Civile (or its delegated agent).'' The literal
interpretation of this, as written, is that when a test fails, the
airplane is grounded until the FAA grants an approved method that would
restore the airplane to an operational condition. This prevents the
operator from using established maintenance practices until an
``approved method'' is granted by the FAA or DGAC. The approval
required is implied to be per airplane, since the operational test is
done by individual airplane. Allowing the use of standard maintenance
practices would allow an operator to restore the affected airplane on-
site and expedite the return to operational status. The FAA-approved
operator's general maintenance manual, aircraft maintenance manual,
illustrated parts catalog, wire diagram manual, and system schematic
manual, have always been accepted tools to troubleshoot and restore an
airplane to operational status. Instances of a failed test in which
standard maintenance practices do not solve the problem should be the
only time an AMOC would be required by the FAA or DGAC.
We agree that, in the case of a failed test in which standard
maintenance practices do not solve the problem, a repair approved by us
or the DGAC is required. The service bulletins for the test do not
provide formal repair/trouble shooting instructions if a test fails.
However, the manufacturer has confirmed that their intent was that any
repair/trouble shooting following such failure should be performed per
basic maintenance practices, using standard Airbus documentation. We
have included the aircraft wiring manual, trouble shooting manual, and
aircraft maintenance manual as approved methods for accomplishing the
repairs specified in paragraph (i) of this AD.
Explanation of Change to Applicability
We have revised the applicability of the NPRM to identify model
designations as published in the most recent type certificate data
sheet for the affected models.
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the available data, including the
comments that have been submitted, and
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determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting the
AD with the changes described previously. We have determined that these
changes will neither increase the economic burden on any operator nor
increase the scope of the AD.
Costs of Compliance
This AD affects about 189 airplanes of U.S. registry.
It will take between approximately 10 and 36 work hours per
airplane to accomplish the modification (depending on the number of
kits needed), at an average labor rate of $65 per work hour. Required
parts will cost approximately between $310 and $4,880 per airplane.
Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the modification is
between $960 and $7,220 per airplane.
It will take about 1 work hour per airplane to accomplish the
operational test, at an average labor rate of $65 per work hour. Based
on these figures, the estimated cost of the test is $12,285, or $65 per
airplane, per test cycle.
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 this AD:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866;
(2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under 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. 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
0
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
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]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2005-20-06 Airbus: Amendment 39-14299. Docket No. FAA-2005-20796;
Directorate Identifier 2004-NM-160-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective November 3, 2005.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Airbus Model A300 B2-1A, B2-1C, B2K-
3C, and B2-203 and A300 B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes; Model
A300 B4-601, B4-603, B4-620, and B4-622, A300 B4-605R and B4-622R,
A300 F4-605R and F4-622R, and A300 C4-605R Variant F airplanes; and
Model A310-203, -204, -221, and -222 and -304, -322, -324, and -325
airplanes; certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD was prompted by a report of temporary loss of six
cathode ray tube (CRT) flight displays and the integral lighting of
the standby horizon indicator in the cockpit during takeoff, due to
failure of the normal electrical power circuit. That power circuit
supplies power to both the CRTs and standby horizon indicator
backlight. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of the integral
lighting due to failure of the normal electrical power circuit,
which could result in inability of the pilot to read the backup
attitude information during takeoff, and possible deviation from the
intended flight path.
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.
Required Service Information
(f) Unless otherwise specified in this AD, the term ``service
bulletin,'' as used in this AD, means the Accomplishment
Instructions of the applicable service bulletin identified in Table
1 of this AD. Airbus Service Bulletins A300-33-0126, A300-33-6049,
and A310-33-2047 specify to submit certain information to the
manufacturer, but this AD does not include that requirement.
Table 1.--Service Bulletins
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And, for actions
done before the
Use Airbus Service effective date of
For Airbus Models-- Bulletin(s)-- Revision-- Dated-- this AD, credit is
given for prior
accomplishing of--
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A300 B2 and A300 B4 series..... A300-31-0077 01................. January 28, 2005.. Original, dated
(Airbus March 2, 2004.
Modification
12513).
A300-33-0126...... Original........... April 5, 2004..... N/A.
A300 B4-600; A300 B4-600R and A300-31-6105 03................. December 20, 2004. Revision 02, dated
F4-600R series; and A300 C4- (Airbus May 27, 2003.
605R Variant F airplanes. Modifications
12513 and 12730).
A300-33-6049...... 02................. April 25, 2005.... Original, dated
April 5, 2004;
Revision 01,
dated May 28,
2004.
A310 series.................... A310-31-2120 03................. June 22, 2005..... Original, dated
(Airbus November 19,
Modification 2002; Revision
12513). 01, dated May 27,
2003; Revision
02, dated January
28, 2005.
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A310-33-2047...... Original........... April 5, 2004..... N/A.
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Modification
(g) For airplanes on which Airbus Modifications 12513 and 12730
have not been accomplished: Within 18 months after the effective
date of this AD, modify the electrical power supply logic of the
integral lighting for the standby horizon indicator in the cockpit
in accordance with the service bulletin.
Repetitive Operational Tests
(h) For all airplanes: Within 700 flight hours after
accomplishing the modification required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
or within 700 flight hours after the effective date of this AD,
whichever is later, accomplish the operational test of the integral
lighting logic system in accordance with the service bulletin.
Repeat the test thereafter at intervals not to exceed 700 flight
hours.
Corrective Action
(i) If any operational test required by paragraph (h) of this AD
fails: Before further flight, accomplish any applicable repair per a
method approved by either the Manager, International Branch, ANM-
116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate; or the Direction
G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile (DGAC) (or its delegated
agent). Airbus A300-600 and A310 Trouble Shooting Manuals; Airbus
A300-600 and A310 Aircraft Wiring Manuals; and Airbus A300-600 and
A310 Aircraft Maintenance Manuals, are approved methods for
accomplishing the repair, as applicable. Except, in the case of a
failed test in which standard maintenance practices do not solve the
problem, a repair approved by the FAA or the DGAC is required.
Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(j) The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance
with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Related Information
(k) French airworthiness directive F-2004-098, dated July 7,
2004, also addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(l) You must use the applicable service bulletin identified in
Table 2 of this AD to perform the actions that are required by this
AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
Table 2.--Service Bulletins Incorporated by Reference
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Airbus Service Bulletin-- Revision-- Dated--
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A300-31-0077............................ 01.......................... January 28, 2005.
A300-31-6105............................ 03.......................... December 20, 2004.
A300-33-0126, excluding Appendix 01..... Original.................... April 5, 2004.
A300-33-6049, excluding Appendix 01..... 02.......................... April 25, 2005.
A310-31-2120............................ 03.......................... June 22, 2005.
A310-33-2047, excluding Appendix 01..... Original.................... April 5, 2004.
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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 Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France, 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 September 20, 2005.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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