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Airbus Service Bulletin A310–53–2037,
Revision 1, dated April 29, 1992, contains the
following effective pages:
Page No.
Revision level shown on page
1, 4, 6, 11–15, 18, 29, 39–44, 46, 57 ...................................
2, 3, 5, 7–10, 16, 17, 19–28, 30–38, 45,47–56, 58–60 .......
Revision 1 ............................................................................
Original .................................................................................
(2) On September 4, 1998 (63 FR 40819,
July 31, 1998), the Director of the Federal
Register approved the incorporation by
Date shown on page
April 29, 1992.
December 11, 1990.
reference of the service information listed in
Table 6 of this AD.
TABLE 6.—MATERIAL PREVIOUSLY INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Revision
level
Airbus Service Bulletin
A310–53–2030 ..........................................................................................................................................................
A310–53–2041 ..........................................................................................................................................................
(3) Contact Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice
Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France, for a
copy of this service information. You may
review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington; 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 Renton, Washington, on May 15,
2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–27494; Directorate
Identifier 2006–NM–269–AD; Amendment
39–15071; AD 2007–11–14]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Empresa
Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A.
(EMBRAER) Model EMB–135BJ
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
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It has been found that both fuel level
control units (LCU) and their associated
harnesses throughout the aircraft does not
comply with the requirements of proper
segregation, in order to preclude a possible
ignition source in the vicinity of the fuel
tanks, as required by SFAR (Special Federal
Aviation Regulation) 88 regulations.
We are issuing this AD to require
actions to correct the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective July
5, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of July 5, 2007.
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.
Dan
Rodina, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington
98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–2125;
fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Streamlined Issuance of AD
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This AD results
from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI)
originated by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct
an unsafe condition on an aviation
SUMMARY:
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as:
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
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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
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would
apply to the specified products. That
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on March 8, 2007 (72 FR
10429). That NPRM proposed to correct
an unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
It has been found that both fuel level
control units (LCU) and their associated
harnesses throughout the aircraft does not
comply with the requirements of proper
segregation, in order to preclude a possible
ignition source in the vicinity of the fuel
tanks, as required by SFAR (Special Federal
Aviation Regulation) 88 regulations.
The MCAI requires replacing the fuel
LCU 1 and LCU 2; reworking the LCU
1 and LCU 2 supports; and segregating,
replacing, and reworking some
harnesses.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and
determined that air safety and the
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public interest require adopting the AD
as proposed.
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 our FAA
policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect 2
products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it will take about 60 workhours per product to comply with the
basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
Required parts will cost about $6,931
per product. Where the service
information lists required parts costs
that are covered under warranty, we
have assumed that there will be no
charge for these costs. As we do not
control warranty coverage for affected
parties, some parties may incur costs
higher than estimated here. Based on
these figures, we estimate the cost of the
AD on U.S. operators to be $23,462, or
$11,731 per product.
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Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
section 106, describes the authority of
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
air commerce by prescribing regulations
for practices, methods, and procedures
the Administrator finds necessary for
safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
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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.
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 the
NPRM, 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.
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 FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new AD:
I
2007–11–14 Empresa Brasileira de
Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER):
Amendment 39–15071. Docket No.
FAA–2007–27494; Directorate Identifier
2006–NM–269–AD.
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Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective July 5, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to EMBRAER Model
EMB–135BJ airplanes, certificated in any
category, serial numbers 145484, 145540,
145555, 145706, and 145711.
Subject
(d) Fuel.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
It has been found that both fuel level
control units (LCU) and their associated
harnesses throughout the aircraft does not
comply with the requirements of proper
segregation, in order to preclude a possible
ignition source in the vicinity of the fuel
tanks, as required by SFAR (Special Federal
Aviation Regulation) 88 regulations.
The MCAI requires replacing the fuel LCU 1
and LCU 2; reworking the LCU 1 and LCU
2 supports; and segregating, replacing, and
reworking some harnesses.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Within 48 months or 5,000 flight hours
after the effective date of this AD, whichever
occurs first, unless already done, do the
following actions: Replace LCU 1 and LCU 2
by new ones bearing P/N (part number) 367–
340–001, rework the LCU 1 and LCU 2
supports, rework and segregate electrical
harnesses W102S and W102P, replace
harnesses W164 and W221, and route
electrical harnesses W1614 and W1620
segregating W1614, according to the detailed
instructions and procedures described in
EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG–28–
0020, dated February 18, 2005.
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/
or service information as follows: No
differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) The following provisions also apply to
this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
Directorate, FAA, ATTN: Dan Rodina,
Aerospace Engineer, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW.,
Renton, Washington 98057–3356, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19. 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.
(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
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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 Brazilian Airworthiness
Directive 2006–09–05, effective October 18,
2006; and EMBRAER Service Bulletin
145LEG–28–0020, dated February 18, 2005,
for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use EMBRAER Service
Bulletin 145LEG–28–0020, dated February
18, 2005, 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 Empresa Brasileira de
Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER), P.O. Box
343—CEP 12.225, Sao Jose dos Campos—SP,
Brazil.
(3) You may review copies at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; 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/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 21,
2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. E7–10108 Filed 5–29–07; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–27340; Directorate
Identifier 2006–NM–271–AD; Amendment
39–15072; AD 2007–11–15]
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Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell
Douglas Model DC–10–30 and DC–10–
30F (KC–10A and KDC–10) Airplanes,
Model DC–10–40 and DC–10–40F
Airplanes, and Model MD–10–30F
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
AGENCY:
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ACTION:
Final rule.
SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
McDonnell Douglas Model DC–10–30
and DC–10–30F (KC–10A and KDC–10)
airplanes, Model DC–10–40 and DC–10–
40F airplanes, and Model MD–10–30F
airplanes. This AD requires installing
bracket assemblies and jumper wires in
the center main wheel well to improve
the bonding path between the structure
(wall) of the lower auxiliary fuel tank
and its internal fuel pumps; measuring
the electrical resistance between the fuel
pump housings and the fuel tank
structure; and doing corrective actions if
necessary. This AD results from fuel
system reviews conducted by the
manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct an inadequate bond
between the internal fuel pump
housings and the structure of the lower
auxiliary fuel tank. This condition, if
not corrected, could fail to meet fault
current requirements and result in a
potential ignition source that, in
combination with flammable fuel
vapors, could cause a fuel tank
explosion and consequent loss of the
airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective July
5, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in the AD
as of July 5, 2007.
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 Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Long Beach Division, 3855
Lakewood Boulevard, Long Beach,
California 90846, Attention: Data and
Service Management, Dept. C1–L5A
(D800–0024), for service information
identified in this AD.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Samuel Lee, Aerospace Engineer,
Propulsion Branch, ANM–140L, FAA,
Los Angeles Aircraft Certification
Office, 3960 Paramount Boulevard,
Lakewood, California 90712–4137;
telephone (562) 627–5262; fax (562)
627–5210.
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
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between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
The Docket Management Facility office
(telephone (800) 647–5227) is located on
the plaza level of the Nassif Building at
the street address stated in the
ADDRESSES section.
Discussion
The FAA issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would
apply to certain McDonnell Douglas
Model DC–10–30 and DC–10–30F (KC–
10A and KDC–10) airplanes, Model DC–
10–40 and DC–10–40F airplanes, and
Model MD–10–30F airplanes. That
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on February 26, 2007 (72 FR
8305). That NPRM proposed to require
installing bracket assemblies and
jumper wires in the center main wheel
well to improve the bonding path
between the structure (wall) of the lower
auxiliary fuel tank and its internal fuel
pumps; measuring the electrical
resistance between the fuel pump
housings and the fuel tank structure;
and doing corrective actions if
necessary.
Comments
We provided the public the
opportunity to participate in the
development of this AD. We received no
comments on the NPRM or on the
determination of the cost to the public.
Clarification of Alternative Method of
Compliance (AMOC) Paragraph
We have revised this action to clarify
the appropriate procedure for notifying
the principal inspector before using any
approved AMOC on any airplane to
which the AMOC applies.
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the
available data and determined that air
safety and the public interest require
adopting the AD with the change
described previously. We have
determined that this change will neither
increase the economic burden on any
operator nor increase the scope of the
AD.
Costs of Compliance
There are about 242 airplanes of the
affected design in the worldwide fleet.
This AD affects about 178 airplanes of
U.S. registry. The following table
provides the estimated costs for U.S.
operators to comply with this AD, at an
average labor rate of $80 per work hour.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2007-27494; Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-269-AD;
Amendment 39-15071; AD 2007-11-14]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A.
(EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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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) originated 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:
It has been found that both fuel level control units (LCU) and
their associated harnesses throughout the aircraft does not comply
with the requirements of proper segregation, in order to preclude a
possible ignition source in the vicinity of the fuel tanks, as
required by SFAR (Special Federal Aviation Regulation) 88
regulations.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective July 5, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of July 5,
2007.
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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-2125; fax (425) 227-1149.
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
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products.
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on March 8, 2007 (72 FR
10429). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
It has been found that both fuel level control units (LCU) and
their associated harnesses throughout the aircraft does not comply
with the requirements of proper segregation, in order to preclude a
possible ignition source in the vicinity of the fuel tanks, as
required by SFAR (Special Federal Aviation Regulation) 88
regulations.
The MCAI requires replacing the fuel LCU 1 and LCU 2; reworking the
LCU 1 and LCU 2 supports; and segregating, replacing, and reworking
some harnesses.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and
the
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public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.
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 our FAA policies. Any such differences
are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect 2 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 60 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $80 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $6,931 per
product. Where the service information lists required parts costs that
are covered under warranty, we have assumed that there will be no
charge for these costs. As we do not control warranty coverage for
affected parties, some parties may incur costs higher than estimated
here. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the AD on U.S.
operators to be $23,462, or $11,731 per product.
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 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.
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 the NPRM, 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.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
0
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:
2007-11-14 Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER):
Amendment 39-15071. Docket No. FAA-2007-27494; Directorate
Identifier 2006-NM-269-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective July 5,
2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to EMBRAER Model EMB-135BJ airplanes,
certificated in any category, serial numbers 145484, 145540, 145555,
145706, and 145711.
Subject
(d) Fuel.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
It has been found that both fuel level control units (LCU) and
their associated harnesses throughout the aircraft does not comply
with the requirements of proper segregation, in order to preclude a
possible ignition source in the vicinity of the fuel tanks, as
required by SFAR (Special Federal Aviation Regulation) 88
regulations.
The MCAI requires replacing the fuel LCU 1 and LCU 2; reworking the
LCU 1 and LCU 2 supports; and segregating, replacing, and reworking
some harnesses.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Within 48 months or 5,000 flight hours after the effective
date of this AD, whichever occurs first, unless already done, do the
following actions: Replace LCU 1 and LCU 2 by new ones bearing P/N
(part number) 367-340-001, rework the LCU 1 and LCU 2 supports,
rework and segregate electrical harnesses W102S and W102P, replace
harnesses W164 and W221, and route electrical harnesses W1614 and
W1620 segregating W1614, according to the detailed instructions and
procedures described in EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG-28-0020,
dated February 18, 2005.
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows: No differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
ATTN: Dan Rodina, Aerospace Engineer, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. 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.
(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
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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 Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2006-09-05,
effective October 18, 2006; and EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG-28-
0020, dated February 18, 2005, for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG-28-0020, dated
February 18, 2005, 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
Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER), P.O. Box 343--CEP
12.225, Sao Jose dos Campos--SP, Brazil.
(3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; 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 Renton, Washington, on May 21, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E7-10108 Filed 5-29-07; 8:45 am]
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