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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 summary of the costs
to comply with this AD and placed it in
the AD Docket. You may get a copy of
this summary by sending a request to us
at the address listed under ADDRESSES.
Include ‘‘AD Docket No. 98–ANE–72–
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 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
removing Amendment 39–10926 (63 FR
66741, December 3, 1998) and by adding
a new airworthiness directive,
Amendment 39–14620, to read as
follows:
I
2006–11–16 Honeywell International Inc.
(formerly AlliedSignal, Inc., formerly
Textron Lycoming, formerly Avco
Lycoming): Amendment 39–14620.
Docket No. 98–ANE–72–AD.
Unsafe Condition
(e) This AD results from several reports of
loss of fuel flow from the engine fuel control
regulator assembly due to failure of both
main and secondary drive shaft and pump
gear splines. We are issuing this AD to
prevent in-flight engine failure and forced
autorotation landing.
Compliance
(f) You are responsible for having the
actions required by this AD performed within
the compliance times specified unless the
actions have already been done.
Initial Visual and Dimensional Inspection
(g) Within 150 flight hours after the
effective date of this AD, do the following:
(1) Remove the fuel control regulator
assembly from the engine and perform an
initial visual and dimensional inspection of
the fuel control regulator assembly main and
secondary drive shaft and pump gear splines
for wear.
(2) Use paragraphs 2.A. through 2.D.(7) and
2.E. through 2.F.(2) of the Accomplishment
Instructions of Goodrich Pump & Engine
Control Systems, Inc. (TA series) Service
Bulletin (SB) No. 73–42, Revision 1, dated
August 12, 2004 to do the inspection.
(3) Do not install any engine fuel control
regulator assembly that fails inspection.
Repetitive Visual and Dimensional
Inspections
(h) Thereafter, within every 1,250 flight
hours since-last-inspection, perform
repetitive visual and dimensional inspections
of the fuel control regulator assembly main
and secondary drive shaft and pump gear
splines for wear, as specified in paragraphs
(g)(1) through (g)(3) of this AD.
Affected ADs
(b) This AD supersedes AD 98–22–11.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(i) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft
Certification Office, has the authority to
approve alternative methods of compliance
for this AD if requested using the procedures
found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Honeywell
International Inc., (formerly AlliedSignal,
Related Information
(j) Honeywell International Inc. Service
Bulletin No. T53–0138, Revision 1, dated
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective July 5, 2006.
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Inc., formerly Textron Lycoming, formerly
Avco Lycoming) T5311A, T5311B, T5313B,
T5317A, T5317A–1, and T5317B series
turboshaft engines and Lycoming former
military T53–L–11B, T53–L–11D, T53–L–
13B, T53–L–13B/D, and T53–L–703 series
turboshaft engines using Goodrich Pump &
Engine Control Systems, Inc. (GPECS)
(formerly Chandler Evans Control Systems)
engine fuel control regulator assembly
models TA–2S, TA–2G, TA–2F, TA–7, or
TA–10.
(d) The T5311A, T5311B, T5313B, T5317A,
T5317A–1, and T5317B turboshaft engines
are installed on, but not limited to, Bell 204,
205, and Kaman K–1200 helicopters.
Lycoming T53–L–11B, T53–L–11D, T53–L–
13B, T53–L–13B/D, and T53–L–703 series
turboshaft engines are installed on, but not
limited to, Bell AH–1 and UH–1 helicopters
certified under § 21.25 or 21.27 of the Code
of Federal Regulations (14 CFR 21.25 or 14
CFR 21.27).
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May 5, 2005, also pertains to the subject of
this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(k) You must use Goodrich Pump & Engine
Control Systems, Inc. (TA series) Service
Bulletin (SB) No. 73–42, Revision 1, dated
August 12, 2004, to perform the inspections
required by this AD. 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. You can get a copy from Goodrich
Pumps & Engine Control Systems, P.O. Box
3306519, West Hartford, CT 06133, fax (860)
231–2718. You can review a copy at the FAA,
New England Region, Office of the Regional
Counsel, 12 New England Executive Park,
Burlington, MA; or at the National Archives
and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this
material at NARA, call 202–741–6030, or go
to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/
cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
May 23, 2006.
Thomas A. Boudreau,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2005–23478; Directorate
Identifier 2005–NM–175–AD; Amendment
39–14602; AD 2006–10–18]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream
Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Model
Gulfstream 200 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
Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy
and Model Gulfstream 200 airplanes.
This AD requires revising the
Limitations section of the airplane flight
manual (AFM) by incorporating revised
takeoff performance tables. This AD
results from a correction of the power
setting logic and table limits in the
performance model by the engine
manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to
ensure that the flightcrew is provided
with correct information to ensure a safe
takeoff at certain altitudes; inadequate
takeoff performance tables used in such
conditions could result in reduced
control of the airplane during takeoff.
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This AD becomes effective July
5, 2006.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in the AD
as of July 5, 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 Gulfstream Aerospace
Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail
Station D–25, Savannah, Georgia 31402–
2206, for service information identified
in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Mike Borfitz, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98055–4056; telephone
(425) 227–2677; fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DATES:
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 all Gulfstream Aerospace LP
Model Galaxy and Model Gulfstream
200 airplanes. That NPRM was
published in the Federal Register on
January 4, 2006 (71 FR 295). That NPRM
proposed to require revising the
Limitations section of the airplane flight
manual (AFM) by incorporating revised
takeoff performance tables.
Comments
We provided the public the
opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We have
considered the single comment
received.
Aviation Administration of Israel
(CAAI), which is the airworthiness
authority for Israel. Gulfstream states
that mandatory incorporation of Israel
Aircraft Industries Gulfstream 200
Temporary Revision (TR) 7, dated
August 18, 2003, may result in operator
indecision when incorporating the TR.
Gulfstream notes the reason for this is
that TR 7 includes two manual changes,
in addition to the revised takeoff
performance tables: MOD 10023 aircraft
effectivity change, and a revision to the
caution message definition of the thrust
reverser meaning and action sections.
Those temporary changes were
superseded with permanent revisions to
the AFM; therefore, full incorporation of
TR 7 could confuse operators by
mandating incorporation of superseded
information. Gulfstream adds that TR 7
has been distributed to all Galaxy/
Gulfstream 200 operators, and has been
incorporated into the AFMs for new
production airplanes; therefore, issuing
the NPRM would only serve to mandate
that operators verify that the correct
flight limitation tables are in place.
We do not agree to withdraw the
NPRM since we have determined that
an unsafe condition exists, and the
actions required by this AD are
necessary to ensure the continued safety
of the affected fleet. In addition, without
the issuance of an AD a new AFM
cannot be made mandatory.
For the reasons provided by
Gulfstream, we do agree to change the
requirements in paragraph (f) of this AD
to incorporate only Section V,
‘‘Performance,’’ as identified in
Gulfstream TR 7. Section V contains the
revised takeoff performance tables. We
cannot delay the AD to wait for issuance
of the new AFM; however, when the
new AFM is issued and approved by us,
operators may follow their standard
procedures for incorporating AFM
revisions. Additionally, paragraph (f) of
this AD indicates that when information
identical to that in Section V of TR 7 is
included in general revisions to the
AFM, the general revisions may be
inserted into the AFM. No further
change to the AD is necessary in the
regard.
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Request To Withdraw NPRM
Clarification of Unsafe Condition
We have revised the statement of the
unsafe condition in this AD to clarify
the effect of using inadequate takeoff
performance tables.
Gulfstream asks that, instead of
issuing the NPRM, the FAA consider the
release of a new AFM as the official
mandatory method to incorporate the
revised takeoff performance tables, after
the revision is approved by the Civil
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the
available data, including the comment
received, and determined that air safety
and the public interest require adopting
the AD with the change described
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previously. This change will neither
increase the economic burden on any
operator nor increase the scope of the
AD.
Costs of Compliance
This AD affects about 82 airplanes of
U.S. registry. The AFM revision takes
about 1 work hour per airplane, at an
average labor rate of $65 per work hour.
Based on these figures, the estimated
cost of the AD for U.S. operators is
$5,330, or $65 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.
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Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
I
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) amends § 39.13
by adding the following new
airworthiness directive (AD):
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Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Gulfstream
Model Galaxy and Model Gulfstream 200
airplanes, certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from a correction of the
power setting logic and table limits in the
performance model by the engine
manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to
ensure that the flightcrew is provided with
correct information to ensure a safe takeoff at
certain altitudes; inadequate takeoff
performance tables used in such conditions
could result in reduced control of the
airplane during takeoff.
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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.
Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Revision
(f) Within 50 flight hours after the effective
date of this AD: Revise the Limitations
section of the Gulfstream 200 AFM, by
incorporating the information specified in
Section V, ‘‘Performance,’’ of Israel Aircraft
Industries Gulfstream 200 Temporary
Revision (TR) 7, dated August 18, 2003, as
specified in the TR. Section V of TR 7
includes procedures for incorporating revised
takeoff performance tables. Thereafter,
operate the airplane according to the
limitations and procedures in Section V of
TR 7. This may be done by inserting a copy
of Section V of Gulfstream TR 7 into the
AFM. When Section V of TR 7 has been
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[Docket No. FAA–2006–24875; Directorate
Identifier 2006–SW–03–AD; Amendment 39–
14618; AD 2006–11–14]
(g)(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.
(h) Israeli airworthiness directive 72–03–
05–09, dated September 22, 2003, also
addresses the subject of this AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective July 5, 2006.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Related Information
2006–10–18 Gulfstream Aerospace LP
(formerly Israel Aircraft Industries,
Ltd.): Amendment 39–14602. Docket No.
FAA–2005–23478; Directorate Identifier
2005–NM–175–AD.
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included in the general revisions of the AFM,
the general revisions may be inserted in the
AFM, provided the relevant information in
the general revision is identical to that in
Section V of TR 7.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Israel Aircraft Industries
Gulfstream 200 Temporary
Revision 7, dated August 18, 2003, to the
Gulfstream 200 Airplane Flight
Manual, to perform the actions that are
required by this AD, unless the AD specifies
otherwise. The Director of the Federal
Register approved the incorporation by
reference of this document in accordance
with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
Contact Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation,
P.O. Box 2206, Mail Station D–25, Savannah,
Georgia 31402–2206, for a copy of this
service information. You may review copies
at the Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh
Street, SW., Room PL–401, Nassif Building,
Washington, DC; on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov; or at the National Archives and
Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this
material at the NARA, call (202) 741–6030,
or go to https://www.archives.gov/
federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 9,
2006.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky
Aircraft Corporation Model S–92A
Helicopters
Federal Aviation
Administration, DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This amendment adopts a
new airworthiness directive (AD) for the
specified Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation
(Sikorsky) Model S–92A helicopters.
This action requires inspecting each
main transmission assembly mounting
bolt (bolt) for wear or corrosion, and if
wear or corrosion is found, replacing the
bolt, bolt barrel nut, and cage. This
amendment is prompted by a report of
a failure of a bolt that was discovered
during a routine maintenance
inspection. The actions specified in this
AD are intended to prevent failure of a
bolt, which could result in loss of
support of the main transmission and
subsequent loss of control of the
helicopter.
DATES: Effective June 15, 2006.
The incorporation by reference of
certain publications listed in the
regulations is approved by the Director
of the Federal Register as of June 15,
2006.
Comments for inclusion in the Rules
Docket must be received on or before
July 31, 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; or
• 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.
You may get the service information
identified in this AD from Sikorsky
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2005-23478; Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-175-AD;
Amendment 39-14602; AD 2006-10-18]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy
and Model Gulfstream 200 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
Gulfstream Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Model Gulfstream 200
airplanes. This AD requires revising the Limitations section of the
airplane flight manual (AFM) by incorporating revised takeoff
performance tables. This AD results from a correction of the power
setting logic and table limits in the performance model by the engine
manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to ensure that the flightcrew is
provided with correct information to ensure a safe takeoff at certain
altitudes; inadequate takeoff performance tables used in such
conditions could result in reduced control of the airplane during
takeoff.
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DATES: This AD becomes effective July 5, 2006.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of July 5, 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 Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail
Station D-25, Savannah, Georgia 31402-2206, for service information
identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mike Borfitz, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056; telephone (425)
227-2677; fax (425) 227-1149.
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 all Gulfstream
Aerospace LP Model Galaxy and Model Gulfstream 200 airplanes. That NPRM
was published in the Federal Register on January 4, 2006 (71 FR 295).
That NPRM proposed to require revising the Limitations section of the
airplane flight manual (AFM) by incorporating revised takeoff
performance tables.
Comments
We provided the public the opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We have considered the single comment received.
Request To Withdraw NPRM
Gulfstream asks that, instead of issuing the NPRM, the FAA consider
the release of a new AFM as the official mandatory method to
incorporate the revised takeoff performance tables, after the revision
is approved by the Civil Aviation Administration of Israel (CAAI),
which is the airworthiness authority for Israel. Gulfstream states that
mandatory incorporation of Israel Aircraft Industries Gulfstream 200
Temporary Revision (TR) 7, dated August 18, 2003, may result in
operator indecision when incorporating the TR. Gulfstream notes the
reason for this is that TR 7 includes two manual changes, in addition
to the revised takeoff performance tables: MOD 10023 aircraft
effectivity change, and a revision to the caution message definition of
the thrust reverser meaning and action sections. Those temporary
changes were superseded with permanent revisions to the AFM; therefore,
full incorporation of TR 7 could confuse operators by mandating
incorporation of superseded information. Gulfstream adds that TR 7 has
been distributed to all Galaxy/Gulfstream 200 operators, and has been
incorporated into the AFMs for new production airplanes; therefore,
issuing the NPRM would only serve to mandate that operators verify that
the correct flight limitation tables are in place.
We do not agree to withdraw the NPRM since we have determined that
an unsafe condition exists, and the actions required by this AD are
necessary to ensure the continued safety of the affected fleet. In
addition, without the issuance of an AD a new AFM cannot be made
mandatory.
For the reasons provided by Gulfstream, we do agree to change the
requirements in paragraph (f) of this AD to incorporate only Section V,
``Performance,'' as identified in Gulfstream TR 7. Section V contains
the revised takeoff performance tables. We cannot delay the AD to wait
for issuance of the new AFM; however, when the new AFM is issued and
approved by us, operators may follow their standard procedures for
incorporating AFM revisions. Additionally, paragraph (f) of this AD
indicates that when information identical to that in Section V of TR 7
is included in general revisions to the AFM, the general revisions may
be inserted into the AFM. No further change to the AD is necessary in
the regard.
Clarification of Unsafe Condition
We have revised the statement of the unsafe condition in this AD to
clarify the effect of using inadequate takeoff performance tables.
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the available data, including the
comment received, and determined that air safety and the public
interest require adopting the AD with the change described previously.
This change will neither increase the economic burden on any operator
nor increase the scope of the AD.
Costs of Compliance
This AD affects about 82 airplanes of U.S. registry. The AFM
revision takes about 1 work hour per airplane, at an average labor rate
of $65 per work hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the
AD for U.S. operators is $5,330, or $65 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.
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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
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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amends Sec. 39.13 by
adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD):
2006-10-18 Gulfstream Aerospace LP (formerly Israel Aircraft
Industries, Ltd.): Amendment 39-14602. Docket No. FAA-2005-23478;
Directorate Identifier 2005-NM-175-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective July 5, 2006.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Gulfstream Model Galaxy and Model
Gulfstream 200 airplanes, certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from a correction of the power setting logic
and table limits in the performance model by the engine
manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to ensure that the flightcrew
is provided with correct information to ensure a safe takeoff at
certain altitudes; inadequate takeoff performance tables used in
such conditions could result in reduced control of the airplane
during takeoff.
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.
Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Revision
(f) Within 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD:
Revise the Limitations section of the Gulfstream 200 AFM, by
incorporating the information specified in Section V,
``Performance,'' of Israel Aircraft Industries Gulfstream 200
Temporary Revision (TR) 7, dated August 18, 2003, as specified in
the TR. Section V of TR 7 includes procedures for incorporating
revised takeoff performance tables. Thereafter, operate the airplane
according to the limitations and procedures in Section V of TR 7.
This may be done by inserting a copy of Section V of Gulfstream TR 7
into the AFM. When Section V of TR 7 has been included in the
general revisions of the AFM, the general revisions may be inserted
in the AFM, provided the relevant information in the general
revision is identical to that in Section V of TR 7.
Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(g)(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 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) Israeli airworthiness directive 72-03-05-09, dated September
22, 2003, also addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Israel Aircraft Industries Gulfstream 200
Temporary
Revision 7, dated August 18, 2003, to the Gulfstream 200
Airplane Flight
Manual, to perform the actions that are required by this AD,
unless the AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal
Register approved the incorporation by reference of this document in
accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Contact
Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail Station D-25,
Savannah, Georgia 31402-2206, for a copy of this service
information. You may review copies at the Docket Management
Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Room PL-401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC; on the Internet
at https://dms.dot.gov; or at the National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this
material at the NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to https://www.
archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/
ibr_locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 9, 2006.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 06-4910 Filed 5-30-06; 8:45 am]
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