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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28922; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–132–AD; Amendment
39–15225; AD 2007–21–07]
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A310 Series 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:
An incident occurred on one A300–600
aircraft at parking brake application. Both
engines were running, the aircraft started
moving again despite parking brake
application. Captain tried to stop the aircraft
via the pedals but, as the parking brake
selector valve was selected, the aircraft could
not be stopped (as per design, activation of
the parking brake inhibits the other braking
modes, and consequently prevents the
recovery of the normal braking through the
pedals). As part of the investigation, the
pressure limiter was removed and examined.
The expertise revealed a metallic wire aimed
at reducing the section of one port of this
equipment was found broken. A part of this
wire partially obstructed the hole receiving
this wire, thus delaying the build up of
parking brake pressure.
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We are issuing this AD to require
actions to correct the unsafe condition
on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective
November 20, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of November 20, 2007.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.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 August 16, 2007 (72 FR
45976). That NPRM proposed to correct
an unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
An incident occurred on one A300–600
aircraft at parking brake application. Both
engines were running, the aircraft started
moving again despite parking brake
application. Captain tried to stop the aircraft
via the pedals but, as the parking brake
selector valve was selected, the aircraft could
not be stopped (as per design, activation of
the parking brake inhibits the other braking
modes, and consequently prevents the
recovery of the normal braking through the
pedals). As part of the investigation, the
pressure limiter was removed and examined.
The expertise revealed a metallic wire aimed
at reducing the section of one port of this
equipment was found broken. A part of this
wire partially obstructed the hole receiving
this wire, thus delaying the build up of
parking brake pressure. In order to avoid
recurrence of the failure mode described
above, EASA issued Airworthiness Directive
(AD) 2006–0178 to require the replacement of
the parking brake pressure limiter (FIN
323292).
During embodiment of SB (Service
Bulletin) 32–2133 on an A310 as per AD
2006–0178 (EASA AD 2006–0178
corresponds to FAA AD 2007–02–21,
amendment 39–14908), an operator reported
that the modified pressure limiter could not
be fitted. Subsequent investigation concluded
that A310 installation being slightly different
from A300–600 aircraft, the approved
solution was not directly adaptable to A310
aircraft.
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* * * This new AD, dealing with the
same subject, requires the replacement of the
brake pressure limiter by accomplishment of
Airbus SB A310–32–2133, which has been
revised to include the adaptation kit for A310
aircraft.
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
We estimate that this AD will affect
68 products of U.S. registry. We also
estimate that it will take about 6 workhours per product to comply with the
basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
Labor costs may be covered under
warranty as described in the service
information. Required parts will cost
about $0 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 parts. 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 to the U.S. operators to be
$32,640, or $480 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:
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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://
www.regulations.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,
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the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
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:
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2007–21–07 Airbus: Amendment 39–15225.
Docket No. FAA–2007–28922;
Directorate Identifier 2007–NM–132–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective November 20, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A310
series airplanes, certificated in any category,
except airplanes on which Airbus Service
Bulletin A310–32–2133, Revision 02, dated
February 26, 2007, has been embodied in
service.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 32: Landing gear.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
An incident occurred on one A300–600
aircraft at parking brake application. Both
engines were running, the aircraft started
moving again despite parking brake
application. Captain tried to stop the aircraft
via the pedals but, as the parking brake
selector valve was selected, the aircraft could
not be stopped (as per design, activation of
the parking brake inhibits the other braking
modes, and consequently prevents the
recovery of the normal braking through the
pedals). As part of the investigation, the
pressure limiter was removed and examined.
The expertise revealed a metallic wire aimed
at reducing the section of one port of this
equipment was found broken. A part of this
wire partially obstructed the hole receiving
this wire, thus delaying the build up of
parking brake pressure. In order to avoid
recurrence of the failure mode described
above, EASA (European Aviation Safety
Agency), issued Airworthiness Directive (AD)
2006–0178 to require the replacement of the
parking brake pressure limiter (FIN 323292).
During embodiment of SB (Service
Bulletin) 32–2133 on an A310 as per AD
2006–0178 [EASA AD 2006–0178
corresponds to FAA AD 2007–02–21,
amendment 39–14908], an operator reported
that the modified pressure limiter could not
be fitted. Subsequent investigation concluded
that A310 installation being slightly different
from A300–600 aircraft, the approved
solution was not directly adaptable to A310
aircraft.
* * * This new AD, dealing with the same
subject, requires the replacement of the brake
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pressure limiter by accomplishment of
Airbus SB A310–32–2133, which has been
revised to include the adaptation kit for A310
aircraft.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following
actions.
(1) Within 10 months after the effective
date of this AD, replace the parking brake
pressure limiter (FIN 323292), in accordance
with the instructions given in Airbus Service
Bulletin A310–32–2133, Revision 02, dated
February 26, 2007.
(2) [Reserved]
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/
or service information as follows: No
difference.
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.
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Related Information
(h) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness
Directive 2007–0151, dated May 22, 2007;
Airbus Service Bulletin A310–32–2133,
Revision 02, dated February 26, 2007; and
Messier-Bugatti Service Bulletin C24264–32–
848, dated February 15, 2006, for related
information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin
A310–32–2133, Revision 02, dated February
26, 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.
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(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/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on October
3, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov; or in person at the
Docket Management Facility between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD
docket contains this AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for the
Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527)
is the Document Management Facility,
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M–30, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Philip Petty, Aerospace Engineer,
Electrical Systems and Avionics, ACE–
119W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft
Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road,
Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport,
Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone (316)
946–4139; fax (316) 946–4107.
[Docket No. FAA–2007–28810; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–104–AD; Amendment
39–15226; AD 2007–21–08]
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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The FAA issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would
apply to certain Hawker Beechcraft
Model Hawker 800XP airplanes. That
NPRM was published in the Federal
Register on July 30, 2007 (72 FR 41465).
That NPRM proposed to require doing
an inspection of panel DA wiring for
clearance and for signs of chafing or
exposed conductors, and repairing or
replacing the wires and cable ties if
necessary.
Airworthiness Directives; Hawker
Beechcraft Model Hawker 800XP
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Hawker Beechcraft Model Hawker
800XP airplanes. This AD requires
doing an inspection of panel DA wiring
for clearance and for signs of chafing or
exposed conductors, and repairing or
replacing the wires and cable ties if
necessary. This AD results from reports
of wire bundle interference in the DA
panel, chafed wire bundles, and
exposed conductors. We are issuing this
AD to prevent chafing of wire bundles,
which could cause an electrical short
and consequent loss of several functions
essential for safe flight and smoke or fire
in the flight compartment and main
cabin.
This AD becomes effective
November 20, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in the AD
as of November 20, 2007.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this AD, contact Hawker
Beechcraft Corporation, 9709 East
Central, Wichita, Kansas 67206.
DATES:
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Discussion
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.
Conclusion
We have carefully reviewed the
available data and determined that air
safety and the public interest require
adopting the AD as proposed.
Costs of Compliance
There are about 438 airplanes of the
affected design in the worldwide fleet.
This AD affects about 292 airplanes of
U.S. registry. The required inspection
takes about 2 work hours per airplane,
at an average labor rate of $80 per work
hour. Based on these figures, the
estimated cost of this AD for U.S.
operators is $46,720, or $160 per
airplane.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2007-28922; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-132-AD;
Amendment 39-15225; AD 2007-21-07]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series 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:
An incident occurred on one A300-600 aircraft at parking brake
application. Both engines were running, the aircraft started moving
again despite parking brake application. Captain tried to stop the
aircraft via the pedals but, as the parking brake selector valve was
selected, the aircraft could not be stopped (as per design,
activation of the parking brake inhibits the other braking modes,
and consequently prevents the recovery of the normal braking through
the pedals). As part of the investigation, the pressure limiter was
removed and examined. The expertise revealed a metallic wire aimed
at reducing the section of one port of this equipment was found
broken. A part of this wire partially obstructed the hole receiving
this wire, thus delaying the build up of parking brake pressure.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective November 20, 2007.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of November 20,
2007.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.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 August 16, 2007 (72
FR 45976). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
An incident occurred on one A300-600 aircraft at parking brake
application. Both engines were running, the aircraft started moving
again despite parking brake application. Captain tried to stop the
aircraft via the pedals but, as the parking brake selector valve was
selected, the aircraft could not be stopped (as per design,
activation of the parking brake inhibits the other braking modes,
and consequently prevents the recovery of the normal braking through
the pedals). As part of the investigation, the pressure limiter was
removed and examined. The expertise revealed a metallic wire aimed
at reducing the section of one port of this equipment was found
broken. A part of this wire partially obstructed the hole receiving
this wire, thus delaying the build up of parking brake pressure. In
order to avoid recurrence of the failure mode described above, EASA
issued Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2006-0178 to require the
replacement of the parking brake pressure limiter (FIN 323292).
During embodiment of SB (Service Bulletin) 32-2133 on an A310 as
per AD 2006-0178 (EASA AD 2006-0178 corresponds to FAA AD 2007-02-
21, amendment 39-14908), an operator reported that the modified
pressure limiter could not be fitted. Subsequent investigation
concluded that A310 installation being slightly different from A300-
600 aircraft, the approved solution was not directly adaptable to
A310 aircraft.
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* * * This new AD, dealing with the same subject, requires the
replacement of the brake pressure limiter by accomplishment of
Airbus SB A310-32-2133, which has been revised to include the
adaptation kit for A310 aircraft.
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
We estimate that this AD will affect 68 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 6 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $80 per work-hour. Labor costs may be covered under warranty as
described in the service information. Required parts will cost about $0
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 parts. 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 to the
U.S. operators to be $32,640, or $480 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://
www.regulations.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:
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:
2007-21-07 Airbus: Amendment 39-15225. Docket No. FAA-2007-28922;
Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-132-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective November
20, 2007.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Airbus Model A310 series airplanes,
certificated in any category, except airplanes on which Airbus
Service Bulletin A310-32-2133, Revision 02, dated February 26, 2007,
has been embodied in service.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32: Landing
gear.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
An incident occurred on one A300-600 aircraft at parking brake
application. Both engines were running, the aircraft started moving
again despite parking brake application. Captain tried to stop the
aircraft via the pedals but, as the parking brake selector valve was
selected, the aircraft could not be stopped (as per design,
activation of the parking brake inhibits the other braking modes,
and consequently prevents the recovery of the normal braking through
the pedals). As part of the investigation, the pressure limiter was
removed and examined. The expertise revealed a metallic wire aimed
at reducing the section of one port of this equipment was found
broken. A part of this wire partially obstructed the hole receiving
this wire, thus delaying the build up of parking brake pressure. In
order to avoid recurrence of the failure mode described above, EASA
(European Aviation Safety Agency), issued Airworthiness Directive
(AD) 2006-0178 to require the replacement of the parking brake
pressure limiter (FIN 323292).
During embodiment of SB (Service Bulletin) 32-2133 on an A310 as
per AD 2006-0178 [EASA AD 2006-0178 corresponds to FAA AD 2007-02-
21, amendment 39-14908], an operator reported that the modified
pressure limiter could not be fitted. Subsequent investigation
concluded that A310 installation being slightly different from A300-
600 aircraft, the approved solution was not directly adaptable to
A310 aircraft.
* * * This new AD, dealing with the same subject, requires the
replacement of the brake
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pressure limiter by accomplishment of Airbus SB A310-32-2133, which
has been revised to include the adaptation kit for A310 aircraft.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
(1) Within 10 months after the effective date of this AD,
replace the parking brake pressure limiter (FIN 323292), in
accordance with the instructions given in Airbus Service Bulletin
A310-32-2133, Revision 02, dated February 26, 2007.
(2) [Reserved]
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows: No difference.
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 EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0151, dated
May 22, 2007; Airbus Service Bulletin A310-32-2133, Revision 02,
dated February 26, 2007; and Messier-Bugatti Service Bulletin
C24264-32-848, dated February 15, 2006, for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Airbus Service Bulletin A310-32-2133, Revision
02, dated February 26, 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 October 3, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E7-20137 Filed 10-15-07; 8:45 am]
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