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Amendment 39–15168. Docket No.
FAA–2007–28158; Directorate Identifier
2007–NM–018–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective October 2, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to EMBRAER Model
EMB–135BJ airplanes, as identified in
EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG–38–
0013, dated March 24, 2006, certificated in
any category; except those that have
previously accomplished EMBRAER Service
Bulletin 145LEG–38–0015 or 145LEG–38–
0020.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 38: Water/Waste.
The MCAI requires replacement of the water
and waste system drain masts by new ones
bearing a new part number (P/N).
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following
actions.
(1) Within 5,000 flight hours or 4 years
after the effective date of this AD, whichever
occurs first, replace the water and waste
system drain masts with P/N 9402.369.00674
by new ones bearing a P/N 9402.369.00675,
according to the detailed instructions and
procedures described in EMBRAER Service
Bulletin 145LEG–38–0013, dated March 24,
2006.
(2) The accomplishment of the detailed
instructions and procedures described in
EMBRAER Service Bulletin 145LEG–38–
0015, dated November 25, 2005; or 145LEG–
38–0020, dated February 3, 2006; are
acceptable for compliance with the
requirements of this AD.
FAA AD Differences
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
It has been found cases in which the drain
mast of the water and waste system does not
meet the SFAR–88 (Special Federal Aviation
Regulation No. 88) requirements. In case of
fuel leakage or fuel vapor release, the
proximity of this mast with the fuel tank may
cause fuel ignition, leading to a possible tank
explosion.
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
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approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Send information to ATTN: Todd Thompson,
Aerospace Engineer, International Branch,
ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate,
FAA, 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 2007–01–04, effective January 29,
2007, and the service bulletins listed in Table
1 of this AD, for related information.
TABLE 1.—SOURCES OF RELATED INFORMATION
EMBRAER Service Bulletin—
Revision
level—
Dated—
145LEG–38–0005
145LEG–38–0013
145LEG–38–0015
145LEG–38–0020
02 ............
Original ....
Original ....
Original ....
November 20, 2003.
March 24, 2006.
November 25, 2005.
February 3, 2006.
..............................................................................................................................................
..............................................................................................................................................
..............................................................................................................................................
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Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use EMBRAER Service
Bulletin 145LEG–38–0013, dated March 24,
2006; and EMBRAER Service Bulletin
145LEG–38–0005, Revision 02, dated
November 20, 2003; as applicable; 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.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
14, 2007.
Stephen P. Boyd,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
ACTION:
Final rule.
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:
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A300 Series Airplanes
[T]he FAA has published SFAR 88 (Special
Federal Aviation Regulation 88). * * *
Under this regulation, all holders of type
certificates for passenger transport aircraft
* * * are required to conduct a design
review against explosion risks.
This Airworthiness Directive (AD), which
renders mandatory the modification of the
fuel pump wiring against short circuit, is a
consequence of this design review.
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
The unsafe condition is chafing of the
fuel pump cables, which could result in
short circuits leading to fuel pump
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28379; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–077–AD; Amendment
39–15182; AD 2007–18–02]
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failure, intermittent operation, arcing,
and possible fuel tank explosion. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to
correct the unsafe condition on these
products.
This AD becomes effective
October 2, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of October 2, 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.
DATES:
Tom
Stafford, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601
Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington
98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1622;
fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Discussion
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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 June 28, 2007 (72 FR 35368).
That NPRM proposed to correct an
unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
[T]he FAA has published SFAR 88 (Special
Federal Aviation Regulation 88). In their
letters referenced 04/00/02/07/01–L296,
dated March 4th, 2002 and 04/00/02/07/03–
L024, dated February 3rd, 2003, the JAA
(Joint Aviation Authorities) recommended
the application of a similar regulation to the
National Aviation Authorities (NAA).
Under this regulation, all holders of type
certificates for passenger transport aircraft
with either a passenger capacity of 30 or
more, or a payload capacity of 7,500 pounds
(3402 kg) or more, which have received their
certification since January 1st, 1958, are
required to conduct a design review against
explosion risks.
This Airworthiness Directive (AD), which
renders mandatory the modification of the
fuel pump wiring against short circuit, is a
consequence of this design review.
Note: for A310 and A300–600 aircraft, refer
to [EASA] AD 2006–0284R1. [On March 7,
2007, the FAA issued a corresponding NPRM
for Model A310 and A300–600 airplanes,
which was published in the Federal Register
(72 FR 11302, March 13, 2007.)]
The unsafe condition is chafing of the
fuel pump cables, which could result in
short circuits leading to fuel pump
failure, intermittent operation, arcing,
and possible fuel tank explosion. You
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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.
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
may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
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 29
products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it takes about 72 workhours per product to comply with the
basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
Required parts cost about $5,050 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 this AD
on U.S. operators to be $313,490, or
$10,810 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
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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 http//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
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:
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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
2007–18–02 Airbus: Amendment 39–15182.
Docket No. FAA–2007–28379;
Directorate Identifier 2007–NM–077–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective October 2, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A300
series airplanes, all certified models, all
serial numbers, certificated in any category;
except Model A300–600 series airplanes; and
except those modified by Airbus Service
Bulletin A300–24–0103, Revision 01, dated
January 11, 2007.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 24: Electrical Power.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
[T]he FAA has published SFAR 88 (Special
Federal Aviation Regulation 88). In their
letters referenced 04/00/02/07/01–L296,
dated March 4th, 2002 and 04/00/02/07/03–
L024, dated February 3rd, 2003, the JAA
(Joint Aviation Authorities) recommended
the application of a similar regulation to the
National Aviation Authorities (NAA).
Under this regulation, all holders of type
certificates for passenger transport aircraft
with either a passenger capacity of 30 or
more, or a payload capacity of 7,500 pounds
(3402 kg) or more, which have received their
certification since January 1st, 1958, are
required to conduct a design review against
explosion risks.
This Airworthiness Directive (AD), which
renders mandatory the modification of the
fuel pump wiring against short circuit, is a
consequence of this design review.
Note: For A310 and A300–600 aircraft,
refer to [EASA] AD 2006–0284R1. [On March
7, 2007, the FAA issued a corresponding
NPRM for Model A310 and A300–600
airplanes, which was published in the
Federal Register (72 FR 11302, March 13,
2007.)]
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The unsafe condition is chafing of the fuel
pump cables, which could result in short
circuits leading to fuel pump failure,
intermittent operation, arcing, and possible
fuel tank explosion.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Within 31 months after the effective
date of this AD, unless already done, modify
the inner and outer fuel pumps wiring, route
1P and 2P harnesses in the LH (left-hand)
wing and in the RH (right-hand) wing, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A300–
24–0103, Revision 01, dated January 11,
2007. Actions done before the effective date
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of this AD in accordance with Airbus Service
Bulletin A300–24–0103, dated March 15,
2006, for airplanes under configuration 1 as
defined in the service bulletin, are acceptable
for compliance with the requirements of this
AD.
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
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19.
Send information to ATTN: Tom Stafford,
Aerospace Engineer, International Branch,
ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425)
227–1622; 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 European Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness
Directive 2007–0066, dated March 13, 2007,
and Airbus Service Bulletin A300–24–0103,
Revision 01, dated January 11, 2007, for
related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin
A300–24–0103, Revision 01, dated January
11, 2007, 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 Airbus, 1 Rond Point
Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex,
France.
(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
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(202) 741–6030, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
17, 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–2006–26771; Directorate
Identifier 2005–SW–07–AD; Amendment 39–
15059; AD 2007–11–02]
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Airworthiness Directives; Enstrom
Helicopter Corporation Model F–28A,
F–28C, F–28F, TH–28, 280, 280C, 280F,
280FX, 480, and 480B Helicopters
Federal Aviation
Administration, DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: This amendment adopts a
new airworthiness directive (AD) for
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation
(Enstrom) Model F–28A, F–28C, F–28F,
TH–28, 280, 280C, 280F, 280FX, 480,
and 480B helicopters that requires
determining the installation dates for
each main rotor push-pull control rod
(push-pull rod), inspecting the pushpull rods for corrosion, replacing any
push-pull rod which has corrosion that
is severe enough to cause pitting, or has
visible moisture inside the rod, and
repairing each push-pull rod that has
corrosion but no pitting. This
amendment is prompted by one
reported incident in which the
helicopter pilot encountered severe inflight vibration due to the failure of a
push-pull rod, requiring an emergency
landing. The actions specified by this
AD are intended to detect corrosion and
prevent failure of a push-pull rod, and
subsequent loss of control of the
helicopter.
Effective October 2, 2007.
The incorporation by reference of
certain publications listed in the
regulations is approved by the Director
of the Federal Register as of October 2,
2007.
ADDRESSES: You may get the service
information identified in this AD from
The Enstrom Helicopter Corporation,
Twin County Airport, P.O. Box 490,
Menominee, Michigan 49858.
DATES:
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2007-28379; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-077-AD;
Amendment 39-15182; AD 2007-18-02]
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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:
[T]he FAA has published SFAR 88 (Special Federal Aviation
Regulation 88). * * *
Under this regulation, all holders of type certificates for
passenger transport aircraft * * * are required to conduct a design
review against explosion risks.
This Airworthiness Directive (AD), which renders mandatory the
modification of the fuel pump wiring against short circuit, is a
consequence of this design review.
The unsafe condition is chafing of the fuel pump cables, which could
result in short circuits leading to fuel pump
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failure, intermittent operation, arcing, and possible fuel tank
explosion. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective October 2, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of October 2,
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: Tom Stafford, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-1622; 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 June 28, 2007 (72 FR
35368). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
[T]he FAA has published SFAR 88 (Special Federal Aviation
Regulation 88). In their letters referenced 04/00/02/07/01-L296,
dated March 4th, 2002 and 04/00/02/07/03-L024, dated February 3rd,
2003, the JAA (Joint Aviation Authorities) recommended the
application of a similar regulation to the National Aviation
Authorities (NAA).
Under this regulation, all holders of type certificates for
passenger transport aircraft with either a passenger capacity of 30
or more, or a payload capacity of 7,500 pounds (3402 kg) or more,
which have received their certification since January 1st, 1958, are
required to conduct a design review against explosion risks.
This Airworthiness Directive (AD), which renders mandatory the
modification of the fuel pump wiring against short circuit, is a
consequence of this design review.
Note: for A310 and A300-600 aircraft, refer to [EASA] AD 2006-
0284R1. [On March 7, 2007, the FAA issued a corresponding NPRM for
Model A310 and A300-600 airplanes, which was published in the
Federal Register (72 FR 11302, March 13, 2007.)]
The unsafe condition is chafing of the fuel pump cables, which could
result in short circuits leading to fuel pump failure, intermittent
operation, arcing, and possible fuel tank explosion. 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 29 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it takes
about 72 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 about $5,050 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 this AD on U.S. operators to be $313,490, or $10,810 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 http//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
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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:
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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:
2007-18-02 Airbus: Amendment 39-15182. Docket No. FAA-2007-28379;
Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-077-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective October
2, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A300 series airplanes, all
certified models, all serial numbers, certificated in any category;
except Model A300-600 series airplanes; and except those modified by
Airbus Service Bulletin A300-24-0103, Revision 01, dated January 11,
2007.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 24:
Electrical Power.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
[T]he FAA has published SFAR 88 (Special Federal Aviation
Regulation 88). In their letters referenced 04/00/02/07/01-L296,
dated March 4th, 2002 and 04/00/02/07/03-L024, dated February 3rd,
2003, the JAA (Joint Aviation Authorities) recommended the
application of a similar regulation to the National Aviation
Authorities (NAA).
Under this regulation, all holders of type certificates for
passenger transport aircraft with either a passenger capacity of 30
or more, or a payload capacity of 7,500 pounds (3402 kg) or more,
which have received their certification since January 1st, 1958, are
required to conduct a design review against explosion risks.
This Airworthiness Directive (AD), which renders mandatory the
modification of the fuel pump wiring against short circuit, is a
consequence of this design review.
Note: For A310 and A300-600 aircraft, refer to [EASA] AD 2006-
0284R1. [On March 7, 2007, the FAA issued a corresponding NPRM for
Model A310 and A300-600 airplanes, which was published in the
Federal Register (72 FR 11302, March 13, 2007.)]
The unsafe condition is chafing of the fuel pump cables, which could
result in short circuits leading to fuel pump failure, intermittent
operation, arcing, and possible fuel tank explosion.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Within 31 months after the effective date of this AD, unless
already done, modify the inner and outer fuel pumps wiring, route 1P
and 2P harnesses in the LH (left-hand) wing and in the RH (right-
hand) wing, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Service Bulletin A300-24-0103, Revision 01, dated January 11,
2007. Actions done before the effective date of this AD in
accordance with Airbus Service Bulletin A300-24-0103, dated March
15, 2006, for airplanes under configuration 1 as defined in the
service bulletin, are acceptable for compliance with the
requirements of this AD.
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 using
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Tom
Stafford, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1622; 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 European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
Airworthiness Directive 2007-0066, dated March 13, 2007, and Airbus
Service Bulletin A300-24-0103, Revision 01, dated January 11, 2007,
for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin A300-24-0103, Revision
01, dated January 11, 2007, 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
Airbus, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France.
(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 17, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E7-16911 Filed 8-27-07; 8:45 am]
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