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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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harnesses with non-conductive hoses; in
accordance with Part I of the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service
bulletin.
(2) For all remaining airplanes as identified
in paragraph 1.1.2 of the service bulletin:
Replace the protective tubes of the wiring
harnesses of the refueling vent and pilot
valves with non-conductive hoses; in
accordance with Part II of the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service
bulletin.
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
Credit for Prior Revision of Service
Information
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
(g) Actions accomplished before the
effective date of this AD in accordance with
EMBRAER Service Bulletin 120–28–0014,
dated April 19, 2004, are considered
acceptable for compliance with the
corresponding requirements of this AD.
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Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) amends § 39.13
by adding the following new
airworthiness directive (AD):
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Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective June 20,
2006.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all EMBRAER Model
EMB–120, –120ER, –120FC, –120QC, and
–120RT airplanes in operation, certificated in
any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from a fuel system
review conducted by the manufacturer. We
are issuing this AD to prevent a potential
source of ignition near a fuel tank, which, in
combination with flammable fuel vapors,
could result in a fuel tank explosion.
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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.
Rerouting Harnesses and Replacing Harness
Conduits
(f) Within 5,000 flight hours after the
effective date of this AD, perform the actions
specified in paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this
AD, as applicable, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of EMBRAER
Service Bulletin 120–28–0014, Revision 01,
dated November 4, 2004.
(1) For Group I airplanes as identified in
paragraph 1.1.1(a) or for Group II airplanes as
identified in paragraph 1.1.1(b) of the service
bulletin, as applicable: Modify the supports
and wiring of the refueling vent and pilot
valves wiring harnesses; reroute the
harnesses to prevent interference with
adjacent strobe light connectors; and replace
the protective tubes and conduits of the
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 8,
2006.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 06–4502 Filed 5–15–06; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2006–24118; Directorate
Identifier 2006–NM–034–AD; Amendment
39–14594; AD 2006–10–10]
RIN 2120–AA64
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
2006–10–09 Empresa Brasileira de
Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER):
Amendment 39–14593. Docket No.
FAA–2006–24120; Directorate Identifier
2006–NM–021–AD.
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Model BD–100–1A10 Airplanes
(h)(1) The Manager, International Branch,
ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate,
FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs
for this AD, if requested in accordance with
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
(2) Before using any AMOC approved in
accordance with § 39.19 on any airplane to
which the AMOC applies, notify the
appropriate principal inspector in the FAA
Flight Standards Certificate Holding District
Office.
AGENCY:
Related Information
(i) Brazilian airworthiness directive 2005–
12–04, effective January 19, 2006, also
addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use EMBRAER Service
Bulletin 120–28–0014, Revision 01, dated
November 4, 2004, to perform the actions
that are required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise. The Director of the
Federal Register approved the incorporation
by reference of this document in accordance
with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
EMBRAER Service Bulletin 120–28–0014,
Revision 01, dated November 4, 2004,
contains the following effective pages:
Page No.
Revision
level shown
on page
1–4 .............
5–71 ...........
01 ..............
Original ......
Date shown on
page
Nov. 4, 2004.
April 19, 2004.
Contact Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica
S.A. (EMBRAER), P.O. Box 343—CEP 12.225,
Sao Jose dos Campos—SP, Brazil, 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.
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Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier Model BD–100–1A10
airplanes. This AD requires an
inspection for signs of arcing or heat
damage of the electrical connections of
the terminal blocks, ground studs, and
the end of the wires and surrounding
insulation for the windshield and side
window anti-ice systems; and repairing
any arced or damaged electrical
connection. This AD also requires retorquing electrical connections of the
terminal blocks and ground studs for the
windshield and side window anti-ice
systems. This AD results from an inservice incident involving smoke and
odor in the cockpit. We are issuing this
AD to prevent loose electrical
connections that could arc and overheat,
and cause wiring damage of the
windshield and side window anti-ice
systems. Such wiring damage could
result in smoke and/or fire in the flight
compartment.
DATES: This AD becomes effective June
20, 2006.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in the AD
as of June 20, 2006.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov or in person at the Docket
Management Facility, U.S. Department
of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Nassif Building, Room PL–401,
Washington, DC.
Contact Bombardier, Inc., Bombardier
Regional Aircraft Division, 123 Garratt
Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K
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1Y5, Canada, for service information
identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Wing Chan, Aerospace Engineer,
Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE–
172, New York Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue,
Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590;
telephone (516) 228–7311; fax (516)
794–5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Examining the Docket
You may examine the airworthiness
directive (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 street address stated in the
ADDRESSES section.
Discussion
The FAA issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would
apply to certain Bombardier Model BD–
100–1A10 airplanes. That NPRM was
published in the Federal Register on
March 14, 2006 (71 FR 13053). That
NPRM proposed to require an
inspection for signs of arcing or heat
damage of the electrical connections of
the terminal blocks, ground studs, and
the end of the wires and surrounding
insulation for the windshield and side
window anti-ice systems; and repairing
any arced or damaged electrical
connection. That NPRM proposed to
also require re-torquing electrical
connections of the terminal blocks and
ground studs for the windshield and
side window anti-ice systems.
Comments
We provided the public the
opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We received no
comments on the NPRM or on the
determination of the cost to the public.
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Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the
available data and determined that air
safety and the public interest require
adopting the AD as proposed.
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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 and placed it in the AD docket.
See the ADDRESSES section for a location
to examine the regulatory evaluation.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Costs of Compliance
This AD will affect about 31 airplanes
of U.S. registry. The required actions
will take about 4 work hours per
airplane, at an average labor rate of $80
per work hour. Based on these figures,
the estimated cost of this AD for U.S.
operators is $9,920, or $320 per
airplane.
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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.
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
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 Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) amends § 39.13
by adding the following new
airworthiness directive (AD):
I
2006–10–10 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment
39–14594. Docket No. FAA–2006–24118;
Directorate Identifier 2006–NM–034–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective June 20,
2006.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Bombardier Model
BD–100–1A10 airplanes, serial numbers
20006 through 20046 inclusive, 20048,
20051, and 20052; certificated in any
category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from an in-service
incident involving smoke and odor in the
cockpit. We are issuing this AD to prevent
loose electrical connections that could arc
and overheat, and cause wiring damage of the
windshield and side window anti-ice
systems. Such wiring damage could result in
smoke and/or fire in the flight compartment.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the
actions required by this AD performed within
the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Inspection, Repair, and Re-Torque
(f) Within 90 days after the effective date
of this AD, do the actions specified in
paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Bombardier Alert Service
Bulletin A100–30–03, Revision 01, dated
December 21, 2005.
(1) Do a detailed inspection for signs of
arcing or heat damage of the electrical
connections of the terminal blocks, ground
studs, and the end of the wires and
surrounding insulation for the windshield
and side window anti-ice systems. If any sign
of arcing or heat damage is detected, before
further flight, repair the arced or damaged
electrical connection.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a
detailed inspection is: ‘‘An intensive
examination of a specific item, installation,
or assembly to detect damage, failure, or
irregularity. Available lighting is normally
supplemented with a direct source of good
lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate.
Inspection aids such as mirror, magnifying
lenses, etc., may be necessary. Surface
cleaning and elaborate procedures may be
required.’’
(2) Re-torque the electrical connections of
the terminal blocks and ground studs for the
windshield and side window anti-ice
systems.
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Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(g)(1) The Manager, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, FAA, has the authority to
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in
accordance with the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19.
(2) Before using any AMOC approved in
accordance with § 39.19 on any airplane to
which the AMOC applies, notify the
appropriate principal inspector in the FAA
Flight Standards Certificate Holding District
Office.
Related Information
(h) Canadian airworthiness directive CF–
2006–01, dated January 20, 2006, also
addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Bombardier Alert Service
Bulletin A100–30–03, Revision 01, dated
December 21, 2005, to perform the actions
that are required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise. The Director of the
Federal Register approved the incorporation
by reference of this document in accordance
with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
Contact Bombardier, Inc., Bombardier
Regional Aircraft Division, 123 Garratt
Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K 1Y5,
Canada, 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 May 8,
2006.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 06–4501 Filed 5–15–06; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2006–24792; Directorate
Identifier 2006–NM–102–AD; Amendment
39–14599; AD 2006–10–15]
RIN 2120–AA64
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Airworthiness Directives; Learjet
Model 45 Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Learjet Model 45 airplanes. This AD
requires a review of airplane
maintenance records to determine
whether inspections identified by
certain inspection reference numbers
(IRNs) have been done. If any IRN has
not been done, this AD requires doing
an inspection of the inside of the wet
wing fuel areas and the fuel pump
screens for tape and adhesive tape
residue, cleaning the low pressure fuel
filter, determining whether tape or
adhesive residue is present, doing an
inspection of the filter for damage before
installation, and applicable corrective
actions if necessary. In addition, this AD
requires sending the review and
inspection results to the FAA. This AD
results from reports of tape found in the
wing fuel tanks. We are issuing this AD
to prevent blocked fuel passages and
fuel pump screens and the inability of
the flightcrew to transfer fuel from one
wing tank to the other tank due to tape
in the wing fuel tanks, which could
result in a fuel imbalance and
consequent failure of an engine; and to
prevent contaminated fuel pump
screens, engine fuel controls, and fuel
nozzles, due to tape adhesive dissolving
in the fuel, which could result in
potential erroneous readings of the fuel
quantity indication system.
DATES: This AD becomes effective May
31, 2006.
We must receive comments on this
AD by July 17, 2006.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following
addresses to submit comments on this
AD.
• DOT Docket Web site: Go to
https://dms.dot.gov and follow the
instructions for sending your comments
electronically.
• Government-wide rulemaking Web
site: Go to https://www.regulations.gov
and follow the instructions for sending
your comments electronically.
• Mail: Docket Management Facility;
U.S. Department of Transportation, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building,
Room PL–401, Washington, DC 20590.
• Fax: (202) 493–2251.
• Hand Delivery: Room PL–401 on
the plaza level of the Nassif Building,
400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington,
DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
James Galstad, Aerospace Engineer,
Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE–
116W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft
Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road,
Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport,
Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone (316)
946–4135; fax (316) 946–4107.
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We have received four reports of tape
found in the wing fuel tanks on Learjet
Model 45 airplanes. In one case, the
crew alert system (CAS) indication of a
fuel filter impending bypass turned on
in the cockpit, and in three cases, the
tape was found during scheduled
inspections. The cause of such fuel
contamination has not been determined.
Tape in the wing fuel tanks, if not
corrected, could block fuel passages and
fuel pump screens and could result in
the inability of the flightcrew to transfer
fuel from one wing tank to the other
tank, which could result in a fuel
imbalance and consequent failure of an
engine. Tape adhesive dissolving in the
fuel, if not corrected, could contaminate
fuel pump screens, engine fuel controls,
and fuel nozzles, which could result in
potential erroneous readings of the fuel
quantity indication system.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of this AD
The unsafe conditions described
previously is likely to exist or develop
on other airplanes of the same type
design. For this reason, we are issuing
this AD to prevent the identified unsafe
conditions described previously. This
AD requires a review of the airplane
maintenance records to determine
whether inspections identified by
certain inspection reference numbers
(IRNs) have been done. If any IRN has
not been done, this AD requires doing
an inspection of the inside of the wet
wing fuel areas and the fuel pump
screens for tape and adhesive tape
residue, cleaning the low pressure fuel
filter, determining whether tape or
adhesive residue is present, doing an
inspection of the filter for damage before
installation, and applicable corrective
actions if necessary. The corrective
actions include cleaning any debris
found in the wing fuel tank, returning
any engine fuel control subjected to
contaminated fuel for serving to the
engine manufacturer, and repairing/
replacing any damaged filter with a new
filter; as applicable. In addition, this AD
requires sending the review and
inspection results to the FAA.
FAA’s Determination of the Effective
Date
Since an unsafe condition exists that
requires the immediate adoption of this
AD, we have found that notice and
opportunity for public comment before
issuing this AD are impracticable, and
that good cause exists to make this AD
effective in less than 30 days.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2006-24118; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-034-AD;
Amendment 39-14594; AD 2006-10-10]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model BD-100-1A10 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
certain Bombardier Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This AD requires an
inspection for signs of arcing or heat damage of the electrical
connections of the terminal blocks, ground studs, and the end of the
wires and surrounding insulation for the windshield and side window
anti-ice systems; and repairing any arced or damaged electrical
connection. This AD also requires re-torquing electrical connections of
the terminal blocks and ground studs for the windshield and side window
anti-ice systems. This AD results from an in-service incident involving
smoke and odor in the cockpit. We are issuing this AD to prevent loose
electrical connections that could arc and overheat, and cause wiring
damage of the windshield and side window anti-ice systems. Such wiring
damage could result in smoke and/or fire in the flight compartment.
DATES: This AD becomes effective June 20, 2006.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of June 20,
2006.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov or in person at the Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building,
Room PL-401, Washington, DC.
Contact Bombardier, Inc., Bombardier Regional Aircraft Division,
123 Garratt Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K
[[Page 28258]]
1Y5, Canada, for service information identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Wing Chan, Aerospace Engineer, Systems
and Flight Test Branch, ANE-172, New York Aircraft Certification
Office, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590;
telephone (516) 228-7311; fax (516) 794-5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Examining the Docket
You may examine the airworthiness directive (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 street address stated in the ADDRESSES section.
Discussion
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 to include an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier
Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. That NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on March 14, 2006 (71 FR 13053). That NPRM proposed to require
an inspection for signs of arcing or heat damage of the electrical
connections of the terminal blocks, ground studs, and the end of the
wires and surrounding insulation for the windshield and side window
anti-ice systems; and repairing any arced or damaged electrical
connection. That NPRM proposed to also require re-torquing electrical
connections of the terminal blocks and ground studs for the windshield
and side window anti-ice systems.
Comments
We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the
determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the available data and determined that
air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.
Costs of Compliance
This AD will affect about 31 airplanes of U.S. registry. The
required actions will take about 4 work hours per airplane, at an
average labor rate of $80 per work hour. Based on these figures, the
estimated cost of this AD for U.S. operators is $9,920, or $320 per
airplane.
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 and placed it in the AD docket. See the ADDRESSES
section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
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 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amends Sec. 39.13 by
adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD):
2006-10-10 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-14594. Docket No. FAA-
2006-24118; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-034-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective June 20, 2006.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Bombardier Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes,
serial numbers 20006 through 20046 inclusive, 20048, 20051, and
20052; certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from an in-service incident involving smoke
and odor in the cockpit. We are issuing this AD to prevent loose
electrical connections that could arc and overheat, and cause wiring
damage of the windshield and side window anti-ice systems. Such
wiring damage could result in smoke and/or fire in the flight
compartment.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Inspection, Repair, and Re-Torque
(f) Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, do the
actions specified in paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Alert
Service Bulletin A100-30-03, Revision 01, dated December 21, 2005.
(1) Do a detailed inspection for signs of arcing or heat damage
of the electrical connections of the terminal blocks, ground studs,
and the end of the wires and surrounding insulation for the
windshield and side window anti-ice systems. If any sign of arcing
or heat damage is detected, before further flight, repair the arced
or damaged electrical connection.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is:
``An intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or
assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available
lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good
lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as
mirror, magnifying lenses, etc., may be necessary. Surface cleaning
and elaborate procedures may be required.''
(2) Re-torque the electrical connections of the terminal blocks
and ground studs for the windshield and side window anti-ice
systems.
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Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(g)(1) The Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Office, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in
accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
(2) Before using any AMOC approved in accordance with Sec.
39.19 on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify the
appropriate principal inspector in the FAA Flight Standards
Certificate Holding District Office.
Related Information
(h) Canadian airworthiness directive CF-2006-01, dated January
20, 2006, also addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Bombardier Alert Service Bulletin A100-30-03,
Revision 01, dated December 21, 2005, to perform the actions that
are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The
Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of this document in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1
CFR part 51. Contact Bombardier, Inc., Bombardier Regional Aircraft
Division, 123 Garratt Boulevard, Downsview, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada,
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 May 8, 2006.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 06-4501 Filed 5-15-06; 8:45 am]
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