Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PW535A Turbofan Engines, 70284-70286 [E6-20204]

Download as PDF 70284 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 232 / Monday, December 4, 2006 / Rules and Regulations International Code Council, ISBN 7801S04. (c) Availability of references. The building energy performance standard incorporated by reference is available for inspection at: (1) 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/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html (2) U.S. Department of Energy, Forrestal Building, Room 1M–048 (Resource Room of the Federal Energy Management Program), 1000 Independence Avenue, SW., Washington, DC 20585–0121, (202) 586– 9138, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. (d) Obtaining copies of standards. The building energy performance standard incorporated by reference may be obtained from the following source: the International Code Council, 4051 West Flossmoor Road, Country Club Hills, IL 60478–5795, https://www.iccsafe.org/e/ category.html § 435.4 Energy efficiency performance standard. mstockstill on PROD1PC61 with RULES (a) All Federal agencies shall design new Federal low-rise residential buildings, for which design for construction began on or after January 3, 2007, to: (1) Meet ICC International Energy Conservation Code, 2004 Supplement Edition, January 2005 (incorporated by reference, see § 435.3), and (2) If life-cycle cost-effective, achieve energy consumption levels, calculated consistent with paragraph (b) of this section, that are at least 30 percent below the levels of the baseline building. (b) Energy consumption for the purposes of calculating the 30 percent savings shall include space heating, space cooling, and domestic water heating. (c) If a 30 percent reduction is not lifecycle cost-effective, the design of the proposed building shall be modified so as to achieve an energy consumption level at the maximum level of energy efficiency that is life-cycle costeffective, but at a minimum complies with paragraph (a) of this section. § 435.5 Performance level determination. Each Federal agency shall determine energy consumption levels for both the baseline building and proposed building by using the Simulated Performance Alternative found in section 404 of the VerDate Aug<31>2005 12:11 Dec 01, 2006 Jkt 211001 ICC International Energy Conservation Code, 2004 Supplement Edition, January 2005 (incorporated by reference, see § 435.3). § 435.6 Sustainable principles for siting, design and construction. [Reserved] § 435.7 Water used to achieve energy efficiency. [Reserved] § 435.8 Life-cycle costing. Each Federal agency shall determine life-cycle cost-effectiveness by using the procedures set out in subpart A of 10 CFR part 436. A Federal agency may choose to use any of four methods, including lower life-cycle costs, positive net savings, savings-to-investment ratio that is estimated to be greater than one, and an adjusted internal rate of return that is estimated to be greater than the discount rate as listed in OMB Circular Number A–94 ‘‘Guidelines and Discount Rates for Benefit-Cost Analysis of Federal Programs.’’ Subpart C—Mandatory Energy Efficiency Standards for Federal Residential Buildings. 11. Amend § 435.303 to revise the section heading and paragraphs (a) and (b) to read as follows: I § 435.303 Requirements for the design of a Federal residential building. (a) The head of each Federal agency responsible for the construction of Federal residential buildings shall establish an energy consumption goal for each residential building to be designed or constructed by or for the agency, for which design for construction began before January 3, 2007. (b) The energy consumption goal for a Federal residential building for which design for construction began before January 3, 2007, shall be a total point score derived by using the microcomputer program and user manual entitled ‘‘Conservation Optimization Standard for Savings in Federal Residences (COSTSAFR),’’ unless the head of the Federal agency shall establish more stringent requirements for that agency. * * * * * [FR Doc. E6–20439 Filed 12–1–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6450–01–P 8. Amend part 435 to revise the heading of Subpart C to read as set forth above. I 9. Amend § 435.300 to revise paragraphs (b) and (c) to read as follows: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION § 435.300 14 CFR Part 39 I Purpose. * * * * * (b) Voluntary energy conservation performance standards prescribed under this subpart shall be developed solely as guidelines for the purpose of providing technical assistance for the design of energy conserving buildings, and shall be mandatory only for the Federal buildings for which design for construction began before January 3, 2007. (c) The energy conservation performance standards will direct Federal policies and practices to ensure that cost-effective energy conservation features will be incorporated into the designs of all new Federal residential buildings for which design for construction began January 3, 2007. I 10. Amend § 435.301 to revise paragraph (a) to read as follows: § 435.301 Scope. (a) The energy conservation performance standards in this subpart will apply to all Federal residential buildings for which design of construction began before January 3, 2007 except multifamily buildings more than three stories above grade. * * * * * PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Federal Aviation Administration [Docket No. FAA–2006–26112; Directorate Identifier 2006–NE–35–AD; Amendment 39– 14837; AD 2006–24–08] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PW535A Turbofan Engines Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. AGENCY: SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as fuel manifold leakage that could result in engine fire, in-flight shutdown or damage to the airframe. This AD requires actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. DATES: This AD becomes effective December 19, 2006. The Director of the E:\FR\FM\04DER1.SGM 04DER1 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 232 / Monday, December 4, 2006 / Rules and Regulations considered in forming the engineering basis to correct the unsafe condition. The AD contains text copied from the MCAI and for this reason might not follow our plain language principles. Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of P&WC Alert Service Bulletin PW500–72– A30314, dated September 27, 2006, listed in the AD as of December 19, 2006. You may send comments by any of the following methods: • DOT Docket Web site: Go to https:// dms.dot.gov and follow the instructions for sending your comments electronically. • Fax: (202) 493–2251. • Mail: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL–401, Washington, DC 20590– 0001. • 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. • Federal eRulemaking Portal: https:// www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. ADDRESSES: Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://dms.dot.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone (800) 647– 5227) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ian Dargin, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; telephone (781) 238–7178; fax (781) 238–7199. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: mstockstill on PROD1PC61 with RULES Streamlined Issuance of AD The FAA is implementing a new process for streamlining the issuance of ADs related to MCAI. This streamlined process will allow us to adopt MCAI safety requirements in a more efficient manner and will reduce safety risks to the public. This process continues to follow all FAA AD issuance processes to meet legal, economic, Administrative Procedure Act, and Federal Register requirements. We also continue to meet our technical decision-making responsibilities to identify and correct unsafe conditions on U.S.-certificated products. This AD references the MCAI and related service information that we VerDate Aug<31>2005 12:11 Dec 01, 2006 Jkt 211001 70285 MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are described in a separate paragraph of the AD. These requirements take precedence over the actions copied from the MCAI. Discussion Transport Canada, which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Airworthiness Directive CF– 2006–22, dated October 26, 2006 (referred to after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states that there have been three reported incidents of PW535A engines leaking fuel in service. Investigation revealed the manufacturing process of the fuel manifold introduced characteristics that have resulted in a loss of sealing at a crimped joint. PW535A engine fuel manifold leakage that could result in engine fire, in-flight shutdown or damage to the airframe. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket. FAA’s Determination of the Effective Date An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because the flight hours per month of some operators exceed the compliance time of 50 hours. The statistical mean operating hours per month is 37.8 hours with a maximum of approximately 110 hours per month for some operators based on a 1,710-engine sample size. Therefore, we determined that notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing this AD are impracticable and that good cause exists for making this amendment effective in fewer than 30 days. Relevant Service Information Pratt & Whitney Canada has issued Alert Service Bulletin PW500–72– A30314, dated September 27, 2006. The actions described in this service information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI. FAA’s Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, they have notified us of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the information provided by the State of Design Authority and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. Comments Invited This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2006–26112; Directorate Identifier 2006–NE–35–AD’’ at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of those comments. 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 we receive about this AD. Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information provided in the MCAI and related service information. We might also have required different actions in this AD from those in the 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 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 E:\FR\FM\04DER1.SGM 04DER1 70286 Federal Register / Vol. 71, No. 232 / Monday, December 4, 2006 / Rules and Regulations 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 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 this AD: 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and 3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PW535A turbofan engines that have fuel manifold, part number (P/N) 3025267–01, installed. These engines are installed on, but not limited to Cessna Airplane Co. model 560 Citation Ultra Encore airplanes. Reason (d) There have been three reported incidents of PW535A engines leaking fuel in service. Investigation revealed the manufacturing process of the fuel manifold introduced characteristics that have resulted in a loss of sealing at a crimped joint. PW535A fuel manifold leakage that could result in engine fire, in-flight shutdown or damage to the airframe. Actions and Compliance (e) Accomplish the following, in accordance with the instructions of P&WC Alert Service Bulletin PW500–72–A30314, dated September 27, 2006. (1) For engines with fuel manifold, part number (P/N) 3052627–01, that has a total time since new (TTSN) of 1500 flight hours or higher: Within 50 flight hours or 60 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace fuel manifold, P/N 3052627–01, with a serviceable part. (2) For engines with fuel manifold, part number (P/N) 3052627–01, that has less than a total time since new (TTSN) of 1500 flight hours: Within 150 flight hours or 90 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace fuel manifold, P/N 3052627–01, with a serviceable part. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Definition (f) A serviceable part is any replacement part except fuel manifold, P/N 3052627–01. FAA AD Differences 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 FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: I mstockstill on PROD1PC61 with RULES 2006–24–08 Pratt & Whitney Canada: Amendment 39–14837. Docket No. FAA–2006–26319; Directorate Identifier 2006–NE–35–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective December 19, 2006. Affected ADs (b) None. VerDate Aug<31>2005 12:11 Dec 01, 2006 Jkt 211001 Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: (1) This AD is applicable to any engine that has fuel manifold, (P/N) 3052627–01, installed. (2) This AD allows replacing fuel manifold P/N 3052627–01 with a serviceable part as defined in paragraph (f) of this AD. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, Engine Certification Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAAapproved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120–0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI Transport Canada Airworthiness Directive CF–2006–22, dated October 26, 2006, and P&WC Alert Service Bulletin PW500–72–A30314, dated September 27, 2006, for related information. (i) Contact: Ian Dargin, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA, 01803; telephone (781) 238–7178; fax (781) 238–7199, for more information about this AD. Material Incorporated by Reference (j) You must use Pratt & Whitney Canada Alert Service Bulletin PW500–72–A30314, dated September 27, 2006 to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Pratt and Whitney Canada Customer Help Desk at 1–800–268–8000. (3) You may review copies 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 November 22, 2006. Peter A. White, Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E6–20204 Filed 12–1–06; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2004–19961; Directorate Identifier 2004–CE–48–AD; Amendment 39– 14839; AD 2006–24–10] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT–501, AT–502, AT–502A, AT–502B, and AT–503A Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT–501, AT– 502, AT–502A, AT–502B, and AT–503A airplanes, which supersedes AD 2002– E:\FR\FM\04DER1.SGM 04DER1

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[Federal Register Volume 71, Number 232 (Monday, December 4, 2006)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 70284-70286]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2006-26112; Directorate Identifier 2006-NE-35-AD; 
Amendment 39-14837; AD 2006-24-08]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PW535A 
Turbofan Engines

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the 
products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing 
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of 
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an 
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as fuel 
manifold leakage that could result in engine fire, in-flight shutdown 
or damage to the airframe. This AD requires actions that are intended 
to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI.

DATES: This AD becomes effective December 19, 2006. The Director of the

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Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of P&WC Alert 
Service Bulletin PW500-72-A30314, dated September 27, 2006, listed in 
the AD as of December 19, 2006.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     DOT Docket Web site: Go to https://dms.dot.gov and follow 
the instructions for sending your comments electronically.
     Fax: (202) 493-2251.
     Mail: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of 
Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401, 
Washington, DC 20590-0001.
     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.
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. 
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD 
docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any 
comments received, and other information. The street address for the 
Docket Office (telephone (800) 647-5227) is in the ADDRESSES section. 
Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ian Dargin, Aerospace Engineer, Engine 
Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12 New 
England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; telephone (781) 238-7178; 
fax (781) 238-7199.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Streamlined Issuance of AD

    The FAA is implementing a new process for streamlining the issuance 
of ADs related to MCAI. This streamlined process will allow us to adopt 
MCAI safety requirements in a more efficient manner and will reduce 
safety risks to the public. This process continues to follow all FAA AD 
issuance processes to meet legal, economic, Administrative Procedure 
Act, and Federal Register requirements. We also continue to meet our 
technical decision-making responsibilities to identify and correct 
unsafe conditions on U.S.-certificated products.
    This AD references the MCAI and related service information that we 
considered in forming the engineering basis to correct the unsafe 
condition. The AD contains text copied from the MCAI and for this 
reason might not follow our plain language principles.

Discussion

    Transport Canada, which is the aviation authority for Canada, has 
issued Airworthiness Directive CF-2006-22, dated October 26, 2006 
(referred to after this as ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe 
condition for the specified products. The MCAI states that there have 
been three reported incidents of PW535A engines leaking fuel in 
service. Investigation revealed the manufacturing process of the fuel 
manifold introduced characteristics that have resulted in a loss of 
sealing at a crimped joint. PW535A engine fuel manifold leakage that 
could result in engine fire, in-flight shutdown or damage to the 
airframe. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in 
the AD docket.

Relevant Service Information

    Pratt & Whitney Canada has issued Alert Service Bulletin PW500-72-
A30314, dated September 27, 2006. The actions described in this service 
information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in 
the MCAI.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another 
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant 
to our bilateral agreement with this State of Design Authority, they 
have notified us of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and 
service information referenced above. We are issuing this AD because we 
evaluated all the information provided by the State of Design Authority 
and determined the unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or 
develop on other products of the same type design.

Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information

    We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in 
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it 
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the 
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these 
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information 
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
    We might also have required different actions in this AD from those 
in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are 
described in a separate paragraph of the AD. These requirements take 
precedence over the actions copied from the MCAI.

FAA's Determination of the Effective Date

    An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of 
this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies 
waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because the 
flight hours per month of some operators exceed the compliance time of 
50 hours. The statistical mean operating hours per month is 37.8 hours 
with a maximum of approximately 110 hours per month for some operators 
based on a 1,710-engine sample size. Therefore, we determined that 
notice and opportunity for public comment before issuing this AD are 
impracticable and that good cause exists for making this amendment 
effective in fewer than 30 days.

Comments Invited

    This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight 
safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public 
comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under 
the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2006-26112; Directorate 
Identifier 2006-NE-35-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We 
specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, 
environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all 
comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of 
those comments.
    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 we 
receive about this AD.

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

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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 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 this AD:
    1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 
12866;
    2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies 
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
    3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
    We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to 
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.

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 FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new AD:

2006-24-08 Pratt & Whitney Canada: Amendment 39-14837. Docket No. 
FAA-2006-26319; Directorate Identifier 2006-NE-35-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective December 
19, 2006.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) PW535A 
turbofan engines that have fuel manifold, part number (P/N) 3025267-
01, installed. These engines are installed on, but not limited to 
Cessna Airplane Co. model 560 Citation Ultra Encore airplanes.

Reason

    (d) There have been three reported incidents of PW535A engines 
leaking fuel in service. Investigation revealed the manufacturing 
process of the fuel manifold introduced characteristics that have 
resulted in a loss of sealing at a crimped joint. PW535A fuel 
manifold leakage that could result in engine fire, in-flight 
shutdown or damage to the airframe.

Actions and Compliance

    (e) Accomplish the following, in accordance with the 
instructions of P&WC Alert Service Bulletin PW500-72-A30314, dated 
September 27, 2006.
    (1) For engines with fuel manifold, part number (P/N) 3052627-
01, that has a total time since new (TTSN) of 1500 flight hours or 
higher: Within 50 flight hours or 60 days after the effective date 
of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace fuel manifold, P/N 
3052627-01, with a serviceable part.
    (2) For engines with fuel manifold, part number (P/N) 3052627-
01, that has less than a total time since new (TTSN) of 1500 flight 
hours: Within 150 flight hours or 90 days after the effective date 
of this AD, whichever occurs first, replace fuel manifold, P/N 
3052627-01, with a serviceable part.

Definition

    (f) A serviceable part is any replacement part except fuel 
manifold, P/N 3052627-01.

FAA AD Differences

    Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information 
as follows:

    (1) This AD is applicable to any engine that has fuel manifold, 
(P/N) 3052627-01, installed.
    (2) This AD allows replacing fuel manifold P/N 3052627-01 with a 
serviceable part as defined in paragraph (f) of this AD.

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
Engine Certification Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs 
for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 
39.19.
    (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain 
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these 
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered 
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority 
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product 
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
    (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in 
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the 
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information 
collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-
0056.

Related Information

    (h) Refer to MCAI Transport Canada Airworthiness Directive CF-
2006-22, dated October 26, 2006, and P&WC Alert Service Bulletin 
PW500-72-A30314, dated September 27, 2006, for related information.
    (i) Contact: Ian Dargin, Aerospace Engineer, Engine 
Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12 New 
England Executive Park, Burlington, MA, 01803; telephone (781) 238-
7178; fax (781) 238-7199, for more information about this AD.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (j) You must use Pratt & Whitney Canada Alert Service Bulletin 
PW500-72-A30314, dated September 27, 2006 to do the actions required 
by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Pratt 
and Whitney Canada Customer Help Desk at 1-800-268-8000.
    (3) You may review copies 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 November 22, 2006.
Peter A. White,
Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft 
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. E6-20204 Filed 12-1-06; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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