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(1) Group 1 (maintains the actions from AD
82–07–04):
Model
Serial Nos.
(ii) G–164A ................
Model
(i) G–164A ...
(ii) G–164B ..
(iii) G–164C
(iv) G–164D
Serial Nos.
(iii) G–164B and G–
164B with 73″ wing
gap.
(iv) G–164B–15T .......
(v) G–164B–20T .......
(vi) G–164B–34T .......
(vii) G–164C ..............
1726A through 1730A.
335B through 659B.
1C through 44C.
1D through 22D.
(2) Group 2:
Model
(iv) G–164D and G–
164D with 73″ wing
gap.
Serial Nos.
(i) G–164 ...................
All.
All except
through
All except
through
1726A
1730A.
335B
659B.
All.
All.
All.
All except 1C through
44C.
All except 1D through
22D.
Unsafe Condition
(d) This AD results from our determination
to add airplane models and serial numbers
that were not previously included in the
applicability. We are issuing this AD to
prevent turning the fuel shut-off valve
clockwise past the ‘‘ON’’ position which, if
not corrected, could allow the fuel valve to
be rotated to an unplacarded ‘‘OFF’’ position.
Compliance
(e) To address this problem, you must do
the following, unless already done:
Actions
Compliance
Procedures
(1) Modify the fuel shut-off valve control by installation of a new stop-plate, P/N A1552–71
(or FAA-approved equivalent).
(i) For Group 1 Airplanes: Within the next 100
hours time-in-service (TIS) after April 6,
1982 (the effective date of AD 82–07–04).
(ii) For Group 2 Airplanes: Within the next 100
hours TIS after September 18, 2007 (the effective date of this AD).
For all Airplanes: As of the next 100 hours
TIS after September 18, 2007 (the effective
date of this AD).
Follow Schweizer Aircraft Corp. Ag-Cat Service Bulletin No. 78, dated January 26, 1982.
(2) Do not install any Gemini fuel shut-off valve
P/N 3/4–86–6–RT–6 (A3580-1) on any airplane unless the stop-plate is installed per
paragraph (e)(1) of this AD.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
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(f) The Manager, Fort Worth Airplane
Certification Office (ACO), FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Matt
Wilbanks, Aerospace Engineer, Fort Worth
ACO, 2601 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth,
Texas 76137; telephone: (817) 222–5051; fax:
(817) 222–5960. Before using any approved
AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC
applies, notify your appropriate principal
inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards
District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your
local FSDO.
(g) AMOCs approved for AD 82–07–04 are
approved for this AD.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(h) You must use Schweizer Aircraft Corp.
Ag–Cat Service Bulletin No. 78, dated
January 26, 1982, 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 Allied Ag Cat Productions,
Inc., 301 West Walnut Street, P.O. Box 482,
Walnut Ridge, Arkansas 72479; telephone:
(870) 866–2111.
(3) You may review copies at the FAA,
Central Region, Office of the Regional
Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri
64106; 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/
code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_
locations.html.
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Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on August
6, 2007.
Kim Smith,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28256; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–041–AD; Amendment
39–15155; AD 2007–16–16]
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:
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:
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Follow Schweizer Aircraft Corp. Ag-Cat Service Bulletin No. 78, dated January 26, 1982.
It has been found the occurrence of smoke
on the passenger cabin originated from the
valance panel lighting system wiring.
We are issuing this AD to require
actions to correct the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
September 18, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of September 18, 2007.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov or in person at the U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington,
DC.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington
98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1175;
fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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 May 24, 2007 (72 FR 29091).
That NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
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It has been found the occurrence of smoke
on the passenger cabin originated from the
valance panel lighting system wiring.
The corrective action is replacement of
the valance panel lighting system
wiring. You may obtain further
information by examining the MCAI in
the AD docket.
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
public interest require adopting the AD
as proposed.
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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
Based on the service information, we
estimate that this AD affects about 15
products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it takes about 36 workhours per product to comply with the
basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
Required parts cost between $7,900 and
$8,610 per product, depending on the
airplane configuration. 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 between
$161,700 and $172,350 for the fleet, or
between $10,780 and $11,490 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,
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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 Operations office
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 Operations
office (telephone (800) 647–5527) 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.
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Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
I
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new AD:
I
2007–16–16 Empresa Brasileira de
Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER):
Amendment 39–15155. Docket No.
FAA–2007–28256; Directorate Identifier
2007–NM–041–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective September 18, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Empresa Brasileira
de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model
EMB–135BJ airplanes, certificated in any
category, serial numbers 145412, 145462,
145484, 145495, 145505, 145516, 145528,
145540, 145549, 145555, 145586, 145625,
145637, 145642, 145644, and 145678.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 25: Equipment/Furnishings.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
It has been found the occurrence of smoke
on the passenger cabin originated from the
valance panel lighting system wiring.
The corrective action is replacement of the
valance panel lighting system wiring.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Within 48 months after the effective
date of this AD, unless already done, replace
the wiring of the valance panel lighting
system by another one that complies with the
current inverter specifications, in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions of
EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG–25–
0070, dated October 11, 2006.
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, has the authority to
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
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using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Send information to ATTN: Todd Thompson,
Aerospace Engineer, International Branch,
ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425)
227–1175; fax (425) 227–1149. Before using
any approved AMOC on any airplane to
which the AMOC applies, notify your
appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the
FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO),
or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
(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 Brazilian Airworthiness
Directive 2007–01–03, effective January 22,
2007, and EMBRAER Service Bulletin
145LEG–25–0070, dated October 11, 2006,
for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
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(i) You must use EMBRAER Service
Bulletin 145LEG–25–0070, dated October 11,
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 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 August
2, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 71
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28145; Airspace
Docket No. 07–AAL–06]
Revision of Class E Airspace; Fort
Yukon, AK
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This action revises Class E
airspace at Fort Yukon, AK to provide
adequate controlled airspace to contain
aircraft executing Standard Instrument
Approach Procedures (SIAPs). One
Standard Instrument Approach
Procedure (SIAP) is being amended and
three new SIAPs are being developed for
the Fort Yukon Airport. A Departure
Procedure (DP) and a Direction Finding
(DF) procedure (used by Flight Service
Station personnel) is also being
amended. This action revises existing
Class E airspace upward from the
surface, from 700 feet (ft.) and 1,200 ft.
above the surface at the Fort Yukon
Airport, Fort Yukon, AK.
DATES: Effective Date: 0901 UTC,
October 25, 2007. The Director of the
Federal Register approves this
incorporation by reference action under
title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, part
51, subject to the annual revision of
FAA Order 7400.9 and publication of
conforming amendments.
Gary
Rolf, AAL–538G, Federal Aviation
Administration, 222 West 7th Avenue,
Box 14, Anchorage, AK 99513–7587;
telephone number (907) 271–5898; fax:
(907) 271–2850; email:
gary.ctr.rolf@faa.gov. Internet address:
https://www.alaska.faa.gov/at.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
History
On Tuesday, May 22, 2007, the FAA
proposed to amend part 71 of the
Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR
part 71) to revise Class E airspace
upward from the surface, from 700 ft.
above the surface and from 1,200 ft.
above the surface at Fort Yukon, AK (72
FR 28626). The action was proposed in
order to create Class E airspace
sufficient in size to contain aircraft
while executing SIAPs for the Fort
Yukon Airport. Class E controlled
airspace extending upward from the
surface, from 700 ft. above the surface
and from 1,200 ft. above the surface, in
the Fort Yukon Airport area is revised
by this action.
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Interested parties were invited to
participate in this rulemaking
proceeding by submitting written
comments on the proposal to the FAA.
No comments were received. The rule is
adopted as proposed.
The area will be depicted on
aeronautical charts for pilot reference.
The coordinates for this airspace docket
are based on North American Datum 83.
The Class E airspace areas designated as
surface areas are published in paragraph
6002 of FAA Order 7400.9P, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points,
dated September 1, 2006, and effective
September 15, 2006, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
71.1. The Class E airspace areas
designated as 700/1,200 ft. transition
areas are published in paragraph 6005 of
FAA Order 7400.9P, Airspace
Designations and Reporting Points,
dated September 1, 2006, and effective
September 15, 2006, which is
incorporated by reference in 14 CFR
71.1. The Class E airspace designations
listed in this document will be
published subsequently in the Order.
The Rule
This amendment to 14 CFR part 71
revises Class E airspace at the Fort
Yukon Airport, Alaska. This Class E
airspace is revised to accommodate
aircraft executing new and amended
DPs and SIAPs, and will be depicted on
aeronautical charts for pilot reference.
The intended effect of this rule is to
provide adequate controlled airspace for
Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations
at the Fort Yukon Airport, Fort Yukon,
Alaska.
The FAA has determined that this
regulation only involves an established
body of technical regulations for which
frequent and routine amendments are
necessary to keep them operationally
current. It, therefore—(1) is not a
‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under
Executive Order 12866; (2) is not a
‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT
Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44
FR 11034; February 26, 1979); and (3)
does not warrant preparation of a
regulatory evaluation as the anticipated
impact is so minimal. Since this is a
routine matter that will only affect air
traffic procedures and air navigation, it
is certified that this rule will not have
a significant economic impact on a
substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
The FAA’s authority to issue rules
regarding aviation safety is found in
Title 49 of the United States Code.
Subtitle 1, Section 106 describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator.
Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs,
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2007-28256; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-041-AD;
Amendment 39-15155; AD 2007-16-16]
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 the occurrence of smoke on the passenger cabin
originated from the valance panel lighting system wiring.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective September 18, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of September
18, 2007.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
dms.dot.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-1175; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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 May 24, 2007 (72 FR
29091). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
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It has been found the occurrence of smoke on the passenger cabin
originated from the valance panel lighting system wiring.
The corrective action is replacement of the valance panel lighting
system wiring. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI
in the AD docket.
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 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
Based on the service information, we estimate that this AD affects
about 15 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it takes
about 36 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements
of this AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Required parts
cost between $7,900 and $8,610 per product, depending on the airplane
configuration. 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 between $161,700 and $172,350 for the fleet, or between
$10,780 and $11,490 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 Operations office 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
Operations office (telephone (800) 647-5527) 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:
2007-16-16 Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER):
Amendment 39-15155. Docket No. FAA-2007-28256; Directorate
Identifier 2007-NM-041-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective
September 18, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A.
(EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ airplanes, certificated in any category,
serial numbers 145412, 145462, 145484, 145495, 145505, 145516,
145528, 145540, 145549, 145555, 145586, 145625, 145637, 145642,
145644, and 145678.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25:
Equipment/Furnishings.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
It has been found the occurrence of smoke on the passenger cabin
originated from the valance panel lighting system wiring.
The corrective action is replacement of the valance panel lighting
system wiring.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Within 48 months after the effective date of this AD, unless
already done, replace the wiring of the valance panel lighting
system by another one that complies with the current inverter
specifications, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions
of EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG-25-0070, dated October 11, 2006.
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,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
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using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to
ATTN: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-
116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW.,
Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1175; fax (425)
227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which
the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI)
in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI,
your local FSDO.
(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 Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2007-01-03,
effective January 22, 2007, and EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG-25-
0070, dated October 11, 2006, for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG-25-0070, dated
October 11, 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
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 August 2, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E7-15588 Filed 8-13-07; 8:45 am]
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