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Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(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.
Federal Aviation Administration
(i) French airworthiness directive
F–2005–206, dated December 21, 2005, also
addresses the subject of this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use the service information
specified in Table 2 of this AD 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 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
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TABLE 2.—MATERIAL INCORPORATED
BY REFERENCE
Airbus service
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Dated—
September 27, 2005.
September 27, 2005.
September 27, 2005.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on October
25, 2006.
Kalene C. Yanamura,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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[Docket No. FAA–2006–26242; Directorate
Identifier 2006–NM–229–AD; Amendment
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Airworthiness Directives; Cessna
Model 750 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 all
Cessna Model 750 airplanes. This AD
requires inspecting the inboard-hinge
brackets of the left and right elevators
for cracking, and doing related
investigative and corrective actions if
necessary. This AD results from a report
of cracking found on the elevator
inboard-hinge brackets. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct cracking of
the elevator inboard-hinge brackets,
which could result in structural failure
of the elevators and consequent loss of
control of the airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
November 22, 2006.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in the AD
as of November 22, 2006.
We must receive comments on this
AD by January 8, 2007.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following
addresses to submit comments on this
AD.
• DOT Docket Web site: Go to
https://dms.dot.gov and follow the
instructions for sending your comments
electronically.
• Government-wide rulemaking Web
site: Go to https://www.regulations.gov
and follow the instructions for sending
your comments electronically.
• Mail: Docket Management Facility;
U.S. Department of Transportation, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building,
Room PL–401, Washington, DC 20590.
• Fax: (202) 493–2251.
• Hand Delivery: Room PL–401 on
the plaza level of the Nassif Building,
400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington,
DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Contact Cessna Aircraft Co., P.O. Box
7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277, for service
information identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
T.N. Baktha, Aerospace Engineer,
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Airframe and Services Branch, ACE–
118W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft
Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road,
Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport,
Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone (316)
946–4155; fax (316) 946–4107.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We have received a report indicating
that, during a maintenance inspection, a
crack was found in one of the lugs on
the elevator inboard-hinge bracket of a
Cessna Model 750 airplane; cracking
was also found on the elevator inboardhinge brackets on seven other Model
750 airplanes. The cracking was
attributed to fatigue caused by excessive
side loads on the bracket from the
flexing of the elevator during flight. This
condition, if not corrected, could result
in structural failure of the elevators and
consequent loss of control of the
airplane.
Relevant Service Information
We have reviewed Cessna Alert
Service Letter ASL750–27–21,
excluding the attachment titled
‘‘Inspection Results Form’’ and
including the attachment titled ‘‘Flight
Restrictions,’’ dated October 13, 2006.
The service letter describes procedures
for performing a visual inspection of the
inboard-hinge brackets of the left and
right elevators. Related investigative and
corrective actions include:
• If any crack is found: Perform an
eddy current inspection of the bracket(s)
to confirm the crack and its length.
• If the crack is 0.30 inch or more:
Replace the bracket(s) before the next
flight.
• If the crack is less than 0.30 inch:
Continued flight for repositioning of the
airplane and replacement of the bracket
is allowed within the restricted flight
envelope included in the attachment to
the service letter titled ‘‘Flight
Restrictions,’’ for a maximum of 10
flight hours’’ time-in-service.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This AD
The unsafe condition 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 detect and correct cracking of
the elevator inboard-hinge brackets,
which could result in structural failure
of the elevators and consequent loss of
control of the airplane. This AD requires
inspecting the inboard-hinge brackets of
the left and right elevators for cracking,
and doing related investigative and
corrective actions if necessary; except as
discussed under ‘‘Differences Between
the AD and the Service Letter.’’
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Differences Between the AD and the
Service Letter
While it is not our usual policy to
allow flight with known cracks, to be
consistent with the service letter, this
AD permits further flight with cracks
with certain restrictions, as specified in
paragraph (g)(2) of this AD. In
consideration of these restrictions and
the FAA’s criteria for flight with known
cracking, continued flight for a
maximum of 10 flight hours for
repositioning of the airplane and
replacement of the bracket is allowed,
provided the airplane is operated in
accordance with the revised flight
restrictions specified in the service
letter.
The procedures in the service letter
refer only to a ‘‘visual inspection’’ for
cracking of the inboard-hinge brackets.
We have determined that the inspection
should be described as a ‘‘general visual
inspection.’’ Note 1 has been included
in this AD to define this type of
inspection.
The procedures in the service letter
specify submitting a sheet related to
inspection results to the manufacturer,
but this AD does not require that action.
The procedures in the service letter
also specify sending the elevator
assembly to the manufacturer for
replacement of the inboard-hinge
bracket if a crack is found that is 0.30
inch or longer; however, this AD
requires corrective actions be done
using a method approved by us.
Interim Action
We consider this AD interim action. If
final action is later identified, we may
consider further rulemaking then.
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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.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves
requirements that affect flight safety and
was not preceded by notice and an
opportunity for public comment;
however, we invite you to submit any
relevant written data, views, or
arguments regarding this AD. Send your
comments to an address listed in the
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2006–26242; Directorate Identifier
2006–NM–229–AD’’ at the beginning of
your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy
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aspects of the AD that might suggest a
need to modify it.
We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://
dms.dot.gov, including any personal
information you provide. We will also
post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact with FAA
personnel concerning this AD. Using the
search function of that Web site, anyone
can find and read the comments in any
of our dockets, including the name of
the individual who sent the comment
(or signed the comment on behalf of an
association, business, labor union, etc.).
You may review the DOT’s complete
Privacy Act Statement in the Federal
Register published on April 11, 2000
(65 FR 19477–78), or you may visit
https://dms.dot.gov.
Examining the Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov, or in
person at the Docket Management
Facility office between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays. The Docket
Management Facility office (telephone
(800) 647–5227) is located on the plaza
level of the Nassif Building at the DOT
street address stated in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in
the AD docket shortly after the Docket
Management System receives them.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII,
Aviation Programs, describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in subtitle VII,
part A, subpart III, section 44701,
‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
Regulatory Findings
We have determined that this AD will
not have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will
not have a substantial direct effect on
the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States,
or on the distribution of power and
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responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that the regulation:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation
of the estimated costs to comply with
this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
See the ADDRESSES section for a location
to examine the regulatory evaluation.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
I
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA) amends § 39.13
by adding the following new
airworthiness directive (AD):
I
2006–23–05 Cessna Aircraft Company:
Amendment 39–14817. Docket No.
FAA–2006–26242; Directorate Identifier
2006–NM–229–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective November
22, 2006.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Cessna Model
750 airplanes, certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from a report of
cracking found on the elevator inboard-hinge
brackets. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct cracking of the elevator inboardhinge brackets, which could result in
structural failure of the elevator and
consequent loss of control of the airplane.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the
actions required by this AD performed within
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the compliance times specified, unless the
actions have already been done.
Inspection
(f) After the airplane accumulates 2,500
total flight hours: Perform a general visual
inspection for cracking of the inboard-hinge
brackets of the left and right elevators in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Cessna Alert Service Letter
ASL750–27–21, dated October 13, 2006. Do
the inspection before the airplane
accumulates 3,000 total flight hours, or
within 10 flight hours after the effective date
of this AD, whichever is later.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a
general visual inspection is: ‘‘A visual
examination of an interior or exterior area,
installation, or assembly to detect obvious
damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of
inspection is made from within touching
distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror
may be necessary to enhance visual access to
all exposed surfaces in the inspection area.
This level of inspection is made under
normally available lighting conditions such
as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or
droplight and may require removal or
opening of access panels or doors. Stands,
ladders, or platforms may be required to gain
proximity to the area being checked.’’
Related Investigative and Corrective Actions
(g) If any crack is found during the
inspection required by paragraph (f) of this
AD: Before further flight, perform an eddy
current inspection of the inboard-hinge
brackets to determine the crack length, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Cessna Alert Service Letter
ASL750–27–21, dated October 13, 2006; and
do the actions specified in paragraph (g)(1) or
(g)(2) of this AD, as applicable, at the time
specified. All corrective actions must be done
using a method approved by the Manager,
Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO),
FAA. For a replacement method to be
approved by the Manager, Wichita ACO, as
required by this paragraph, the Manager’s
approval letter must specifically refer to this
AD.
(1) If the crack is 0.30 inch or more:
Replace the bracket before further flight.
(2) If the crack is less than 0.30 inch:
Continued flight for a maximum of 10 flight
hours for repositioning of the airplane and
replacement of the bracket is allowed, within
the restricted flight envelope included in the
attachment to the service letter titled ‘‘Flight
Restrictions.’’
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Special Flight Permits
(h) Special flight permits, as described in
Section 39.23 of the Federal Aviation
Regulations (14 CFR 39.23), are allowed with
the limitations required by paragraph (g)(2) of
this AD.
No Reporting or Return of Parts to
Manufacturer
(i) Cessna Alert Service Letter ASL750–27–
21, dated October 13, 2006, specifies
submitting a sheet related to inspection
results to the manufacturer; this AD does not
include that requirement. The service letter
also specifies sending the elevator assembly
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to the manufacturer for replacement of the
inboard-hinge bracket if a crack is found that
is 0.30 inch or more; however, this AD
requires corrective actions be done using a
method approved by us.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(j)(1) The Manager, Wichita ACO, 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.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(k) You must use Cessna Alert Service
Letter ASL750–27–21, excluding the
attachment titled ‘‘Inspection Results Form’’
and including the attachment titled ‘‘Flight
Restrictions,’’ dated October 13, 2006, 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 Cessna Aircraft Co., P.O. Box
7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277, 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 October
26, 2006.
Kalene C. Yanamura,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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Electronic Filing of FERC Form No. 60
Issued October 19, 2006.
Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission, DOE.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: In this Final Rule, the Federal
Energy Regulatory Commission
(Commission) is amending its
regulations to further implement the
Public Utility Holding Company Act of
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2005 (PUHCA 2005). Specifically, the
Commission is providing for electronic
filing of the currently-effective FERC
Form No. 60, Annual Report of
Centralized Service Companies, for the
2006 and 2007 reporting years, to be
filed by May 1, 2007 and May 1, 2008,
respectively. No changes are being made
to the currently-effective FERC Form
No. 60 itself. The Commission has
concluded that the automation of the
FERC Form No. 60 filing will yield
significant benefits, including reduced
cost of data entry and retrieval, overall
reduction of reporting burden, more
timely analysis and publication of data,
and increased data analysis capability.
DATES: Effective Date: The Final Rule
will become effective January 8, 2007.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Julia
A. Lake (Legal Information), Office of
the General Counsel—Energy Markets,
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888 First Street, NE., Washington, DC
20426, telephone: (202) 502–8370, email: julia.lake@ferc.gov.
Michelle Veloso (Technical
Information), Division of Financial
Regulation, Office of Enforcement,
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission,
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Before Commissioners: Joseph T.
Kelliher, Chairman; Suedeen G. Kelly,
Marc Spitzer, Philip D. Moeller, and Jon
Wellinghoff.
1. The Federal Energy Regulatory
Commission (Commission) is amending
its regulations to further implement the
Public Utility Holding Company Act of
2005 (PUHCA 2005). Specifically, the
Commission is providing for electronic
filing of the currently-effective FERC
Form No. 60, Annual Report of
Centralized Service Companies, adopted
in Order No. 667,1 for the 2006 and
2007 reporting years, to be filed by May
1, 2007 and May 1, 2008, respectively.2
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2005 ¶ 31,197 (2005), order on reh’g, Order No.
667–A, 70 FR 28446 (May 16, 2006), FERC Stats.
& Regs. ¶ 31,213 (2006), order on reh’g, Order No.
667–B, 71 FR 42750 (July 28, 2006), FERC Stats. &
Regs., ¶ 31,224 (2006).
2 We note that, contemporaneously with this
Final Rule, we are issuing, in Docket No. RM06–11–
000, a Final Rule adding a new Uniform System of
Accounts (USofA) for Centralized Service
Companies, adding new records retention
requirements for holding companies and service
companies, and revising FERC Form No. 60, Annual
Report for Centralized Service Companies to
provide for financial reporting consistent with the
new USofA. The Final Rule in that docket provides
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electronically beginning with the 2008 reporting
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2006-26242; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-229-AD;
Amendment 39-14817; AD 2006-23-05]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Model 750 Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Cessna Model 750 airplanes. This AD requires inspecting the inboard-
hinge brackets of the left and right elevators for cracking, and doing
related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD
results from a report of cracking found on the elevator inboard-hinge
brackets. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the
elevator inboard-hinge brackets, which could result in structural
failure of the elevators and consequent loss of control of the
airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective November 22, 2006.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of November 22,
2006.
We must receive comments on this AD by January 8, 2007.
ADDRESSES: Use one of the following addresses to submit comments on
this AD.
DOT Docket Web site: Go to https://dms.dot.gov and follow
the instructions for sending your comments electronically.
Government-wide rulemaking Web site: Go to https://
www.regulations.gov and follow the instructions for sending your
comments electronically.
Mail: Docket Management Facility; U.S. Department of
Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401,
Washington, DC 20590.
Fax: (202) 493-2251.
Hand Delivery: Room PL-401 on the plaza level of the
Nassif Building, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Contact Cessna Aircraft Co., P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277,
for service information identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: T.N. Baktha, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Services Branch, ACE-118W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft
Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent
Airport, Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone (316) 946-4155; fax (316)
946-4107.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We have received a report indicating that, during a maintenance
inspection, a crack was found in one of the lugs on the elevator
inboard-hinge bracket of a Cessna Model 750 airplane; cracking was also
found on the elevator inboard-hinge brackets on seven other Model 750
airplanes. The cracking was attributed to fatigue caused by excessive
side loads on the bracket from the flexing of the elevator during
flight. This condition, if not corrected, could result in structural
failure of the elevators and consequent loss of control of the
airplane.
Relevant Service Information
We have reviewed Cessna Alert Service Letter ASL750-27-21,
excluding the attachment titled ``Inspection Results Form'' and
including the attachment titled ``Flight Restrictions,'' dated October
13, 2006. The service letter describes procedures for performing a
visual inspection of the inboard-hinge brackets of the left and right
elevators. Related investigative and corrective actions include:
If any crack is found: Perform an eddy current inspection
of the bracket(s) to confirm the crack and its length.
If the crack is 0.30 inch or more: Replace the bracket(s)
before the next flight.
If the crack is less than 0.30 inch: Continued flight for
repositioning of the airplane and replacement of the bracket is allowed
within the restricted flight envelope included in the attachment to the
service letter titled ``Flight Restrictions,'' for a maximum of 10
flight hours'' time-in-service.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of This AD
The unsafe condition 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 detect and correct cracking of the elevator
inboard-hinge brackets, which could result in structural failure of the
elevators and consequent loss of control of the airplane. This AD
requires inspecting the inboard-hinge brackets of the left and right
elevators for cracking, and doing related investigative and corrective
actions if necessary; except as discussed under ``Differences Between
the AD and the Service Letter.''
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Differences Between the AD and the Service Letter
While it is not our usual policy to allow flight with known cracks,
to be consistent with the service letter, this AD permits further
flight with cracks with certain restrictions, as specified in paragraph
(g)(2) of this AD. In consideration of these restrictions and the FAA's
criteria for flight with known cracking, continued flight for a maximum
of 10 flight hours for repositioning of the airplane and replacement of
the bracket is allowed, provided the airplane is operated in accordance
with the revised flight restrictions specified in the service letter.
The procedures in the service letter refer only to a ``visual
inspection'' for cracking of the inboard-hinge brackets. We have
determined that the inspection should be described as a ``general
visual inspection.'' Note 1 has been included in this AD to define this
type of inspection.
The procedures in the service letter specify submitting a sheet
related to inspection results to the manufacturer, but this AD does not
require that action.
The procedures in the service letter also specify sending the
elevator assembly to the manufacturer for replacement of the inboard-
hinge bracket if a crack is found that is 0.30 inch or longer; however,
this AD requires corrective actions be done using a method approved by
us.
Interim Action
We consider this AD interim action. If final action is later
identified, we may consider further rulemaking then.
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.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements that affect
flight safety and was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for
public comment; however, we invite you to submit any relevant written
data, views, or arguments regarding this AD. Send your comments to an
address listed in the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2006-
26242; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-229-AD'' at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of the AD that might
suggest a need to modify it.
We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://
dms.dot.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will
also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact with FAA
personnel concerning this AD. Using the search function of that Web
site, anyone can find and read the comments in any of our dockets,
including the name of the individual who sent the comment (or signed
the comment on behalf of an association, business, labor union, etc.).
You may review the DOT's complete Privacy Act Statement in the Federal
Register published on April 11, 2000 (65 FR 19477-78), or you may visit
https://dms.dot.gov.
Examining the Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov, or in person at the Docket Management Facility office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The Docket Management Facility office (telephone (800) 647-
5227) is located on the plaza level of the Nassif Building at the DOT
street address stated in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after the Docket Management System
receives them.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
subtitle VII, part A, subpart III, section 44701, ``General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
We have determined that this AD will not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a
substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power
and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that the regulation:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket. See the ADDRESSES
section for a location to examine the regulatory evaluation.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amends Sec. 39.13 by
adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD):
2006-23-05 Cessna Aircraft Company: Amendment 39-14817. Docket No.
FAA-2006-26242; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-229-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This AD becomes effective November 22, 2006.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to all Cessna Model 750 airplanes,
certificated in any category.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from a report of cracking found on the
elevator inboard-hinge brackets. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct cracking of the elevator inboard-hinge brackets, which
could result in structural failure of the elevator and consequent
loss of control of the airplane.
Compliance
(e) You are responsible for having the actions required by this
AD performed within
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the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been
done.
Inspection
(f) After the airplane accumulates 2,500 total flight hours:
Perform a general visual inspection for cracking of the inboard-
hinge brackets of the left and right elevators in accordance with
the Accomplishment Instructions of Cessna Alert Service Letter
ASL750-27-21, dated October 13, 2006. Do the inspection before the
airplane accumulates 3,000 total flight hours, or within 10 flight
hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever is later.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection
is: ``A visual examination of an interior or exterior area,
installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or
irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching
distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to
enhance visual access to all exposed surfaces in the inspection
area. This level of inspection is made under normally available
lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight,
or droplight and may require removal or opening of access panels or
doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain
proximity to the area being checked.''
Related Investigative and Corrective Actions
(g) If any crack is found during the inspection required by
paragraph (f) of this AD: Before further flight, perform an eddy
current inspection of the inboard-hinge brackets to determine the
crack length, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Cessna Alert Service Letter ASL750-27-21, dated October 13, 2006;
and do the actions specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this
AD, as applicable, at the time specified. All corrective actions
must be done using a method approved by the Manager, Wichita
Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA. For a replacement method
to be approved by the Manager, Wichita ACO, as required by this
paragraph, the Manager's approval letter must specifically refer to
this AD.
(1) If the crack is 0.30 inch or more: Replace the bracket
before further flight.
(2) If the crack is less than 0.30 inch: Continued flight for a
maximum of 10 flight hours for repositioning of the airplane and
replacement of the bracket is allowed, within the restricted flight
envelope included in the attachment to the service letter titled
``Flight Restrictions.''
Special Flight Permits
(h) Special flight permits, as described in Section 39.23 of the
Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 39.23), are allowed with the
limitations required by paragraph (g)(2) of this AD.
No Reporting or Return of Parts to Manufacturer
(i) Cessna Alert Service Letter ASL750-27-21, dated October 13,
2006, specifies submitting a sheet related to inspection results to
the manufacturer; this AD does not include that requirement. The
service letter also specifies sending the elevator assembly to the
manufacturer for replacement of the inboard-hinge bracket if a crack
is found that is 0.30 inch or more; however, this AD requires
corrective actions be done using a method approved by us.
Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(j)(1) The Manager, Wichita ACO, 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.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(k) You must use Cessna Alert Service Letter ASL750-27-21,
excluding the attachment titled ``Inspection Results Form'' and
including the attachment titled ``Flight Restrictions,'' dated
October 13, 2006, 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 Cessna
Aircraft Co., P.O. Box 7706, Wichita, Kansas 67277, 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 October 26, 2006.
Kalene C. Yanamura,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E6-18659 Filed 11-6-06; 8:45 am]
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