Airworthiness Directives; DORNIER LUFTFAHRT GmbH Models 228-100, 228-101, 228-200, 228-201, 228-202, and 228-212 Airplanes, 21220-21222 [E8-7806]

Download as PDF 21220 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 77 / Monday, April 21, 2008 / Rules and Regulations A proposed rule concerning this action was published in the Federal Register on February 15, 2008 (73 FR 8825). Copies of the rule were provided to Committee staff, which in turn made it available to spearmint oil producers, handlers, and other interested persons. Finally, the rule was made available through the Internet by USDA and the Office of the Federal Register. A 30-day comment period, ending March 17, 2008, was provided to allow interested persons to respond to the proposal. No comments were received. A small business guide on complying with fruit, vegetable, and specialty crop marketing agreements and orders may be viewed at: https://www.ams.usda.gov/ fv/moab.html. Any questions about the compliance guide should be sent to Jay Guerber at the previously mentioned address in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section. After consideration of all relevant matter presented, including the information and recommendation submitted by the Committee and other available information, it is herby found that this rule, as hereinafter set forth, will tend to effectuate the declared policy of the Act. List of Subjects in 7 CFR Part 985 Marketing agreements, Oils and fats, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements, Spearmint oil. For the reasons set forth in the preamble, 7 CFR Part 985 is amended as follows: I PART 985—MARKETING ORDER REGULATING THE HANDLING OF SPEARMINT OIL PRODUCED IN THE FAR WEST 1. The authority citation for 7 CFR part 985 continues to read as follows: I Authority: 7 U.S.C. 601–674. 2. A new § 985.227 is added to read as follows: [Note: This section will not appear in the Code of Federal Regulations.] I rfrederick on PROD1PC67 with RULES § 985.227 Salable quantities and allotment percentages—2008–2009 marketing year. The salable quantity and allotment percentage for each class of spearmint oil during the marketing year beginning on June 1, 2008, shall be as follows: (a) Class 1 (Scotch) oil—a salable quantity of 993,067 pounds and an allotment percentage of 50 percent. (b) Class 3 (Native) oil—a salable quantity of 1,184,748 pounds and an allotment percentage of 53 percent. VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:19 Apr 18, 2008 Jkt 214001 Dated: April 15, 2008. Lloyd C. Day, Administrator, Agricultural Marketing Service. [FR Doc. E8–8468 Filed 4–18–08; 8:45 am] Federal Aviation Administration Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karl Schletzbaum, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4146; fax: (816) 329–4090. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 14 CFR Part 39 Discussion [Docket No. FAA–2008–0197 Directorate Identifier 2008–CE–005–AD; Amendment 39–15467; AD 2008–08–15] 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 February 25, 2008 (73 FR 9965). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: BILLING CODE 3410–02–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; DORNIER LUFTFAHRT GmbH Models 228–100, 228–101, 228–200, 228–201, 228–202, and 228–212 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) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: The manufacturer reported findings of missing primer on the internal of the elevator and rudder of aircraft S/N 8200. The aircraft S/N 8200 was with RUAG for maintenance purposes. Investigation performed by RUAG showed that the paint removal procedure for the rudder and elevator was changed from a paint stripping with brush and scraper to a procedure where the parts were submerged in a tank filled with hot liquid stripper. The stripper is called TURCO 5669 from Henkel Surface Technologies. The stripping process is described in the Technical Process Bulletin No. 238799 dated 09/01/1999. This paint stripping process change was not communicated to and not approved by the TC–Holder. The manufacturer reported findings of missing primer on the internal of the elevator and rudder of aircraft S/N 8200. The aircraft S/N 8200 was with RUAG for maintenance purposes. Investigation performed by RUAG showed that the paint removal procedure for the rudder and elevator was changed from a paint stripping with brush and scraper to a procedure where the parts were submerged in a tank filled with hot liquid stripper. The stripper is called TURCO 5669 from Henkel Surface Technologies. The stripping process is described in the Technical Process Bulletin No. 238799 dated 09/01/1999. This paint stripping process change was not communicated to and not approved by the TC–Holder. Comments We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective May 27, 2008. On May 27, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD. ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov or in person at Document Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information provided in the MCAI and related service information. We might also have required different actions in this AD from those in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 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 E:\FR\FM\21APR1.SGM 21APR1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 77 / Monday, April 21, 2008 / Rules and Regulations Any such differences are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD. Costs of Compliance Based on the service information, we estimate that this AD will affect 8 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 3 workhours per product to comply with basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $1,920 or $240 per product. We have no way of determining the number of products that may need these actions. 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. rfrederick on PROD1PC67 with RULES 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 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. VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:19 Apr 18, 2008 Jkt 214001 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 the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket 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: 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 2008–08–15 Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH: Amendment 39–15467; Docket No. FAA–2008–0197; Directorate Identifier 2008–CE–005–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 27, 2008. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Models 228–100, 228–101, 228–200, 228–201, 228–202, and 228–212 airplanes, serial numbers 8009, 8065, 8112, 8179, 8185, 8191, 8241, and 8244, certificated in any category. Subject (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 51: Structures. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: The manufacturer reported findings of missing primer on the internal of the elevator and rudder of aircraft S/N 8200. The aircraft S/N 8200 was with RUAG for maintenance purposes. Investigation performed by RUAG showed that the paint removal procedure for the rudder and elevator was changed from a paint stripping with brush and scraper to a procedure where the parts were submerged PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 21221 in a tank filled with hot liquid stripper. The stripper is called TURCO 5669 from Henkel Surface Technologies. The stripping process is described in the Technical Process Bulletin No. 238799 dated 09/01/1999. This paint stripping process change was not communicated to and not approved by the TC–Holder. The MCAI requires you to do a visual inspection of the inner structure on rudder and elevator for signs of corrosion, debonded primer (yellow-green), and any other deviation of surface protection; report corrosion beyond the acceptable level or areas with de-bonded primer to the manufacturer; and, if necessary, repair the affected parts following the applicable FAAapproved manufacturer repair instruction. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions: (1) Within 2 months after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed visual inspection on the inner structure of the rudder and elevator for signs of corrosion, debonded primer (yellow-green), and any other deviation of surface protection following RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–270, dated October 30, 2007. (2) If you find corrosion or areas with debonded primer as a result of the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, do the following: (i) Report the inspection results to RUAG Aerospace Services GmbH, Dornier 228 Customer Support, P.O. Box 1253, 82231 Wessling, Federal Republic of Germany, telephone: 011–49–8153–30–2280; fax: 011– 49–8153–30–3030, and request FAAapproved repair instructions following RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–270, dated October 30, 2007. (ii) Repair corrosion following FAAapproved repair instructions obtained from RUAG Aerospace Services GmbH. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: The MCAI includes provisions for reporting corrosion ‘‘beyond the acceptable level.’’ However, the service information does not include a definition of ‘‘acceptable level.’’ Therefore, to ensure the AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable, this AD does not include the qualifier ‘‘beyond the acceptable level.’’ Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, Standards Office, 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: Karl Schletzbaum, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4146; fax: (816) 329–4090. 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 E:\FR\FM\21APR1.SGM 21APR1 21222 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 77 / Monday, April 21, 2008 / Rules and Regulations 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 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), 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 German AD D–2007– 350, dated December 19, 2007; and RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–270, dated October 30, 2007, for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–270, dated October 30, 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 RUAG Aerospace Services GmbH, Dornier 228 Customer Support, P.O. Box 1253, 82231 Wessling, Federal Republic of Germany, telephone: +49 (0)8153–30– 2280; fax: +49 (0) 8153–30–3030. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Central Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Room 506, 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/ cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 4, 2008. David R. Showers, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8–7806 Filed 4–18–08; 8:45 am] rfrederick on PROD1PC67 with RULES BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Aug<31>2005 15:19 Apr 18, 2008 Jkt 214001 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2008–0314; Directorate Identifier 2008–NE–09–AD; Amendment 39– 15471; AD 2008–08–17] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Kelly Aerospace Power Systems Turbochargers Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Kelly Aerospace Power Systems turbochargers. This AD requires a onetime visual inspection of suspect turbochargers for an excessive gap between the turbocharger turbine housing flange and the exhaust tube flange, and replacement of turbochargers that fail the gap inspection. This AD results from two reports of exhaust leakage occurring between the turbocharger turbine housing flange and the exhaust tube flange due to machining defects of the turbocharger turbine housing flange. We are issuing this AD to prevent hazardous amounts of carbon monoxide from entering the cabin, an increase in undercowl temperatures hampering engine and accessory function, and loss of tailpipe retention, which could lead to an in-flight fire and loss of control of the airplane. DATES: This AD becomes effective May 6, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations as of May 6, 2008. We must receive any comments on this AD by June 20, 2008. ADDRESSES: Use one of the following addresses to comment on this AD: • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov and follow the instructions for sending your comments electronically. • Mail: U.S. Docket Management Facility, Department of Transportation, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Washington, DC 20590–0001. • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. • Fax: (202) 493–2251. Contact Lycoming, 652 Oliver Street, Williamsport, PA 17701; telephone PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (570) 323–6181; fax (570) 327–7101, or on the Internet at https:// www.Lycoming.Textron.com for the Lycoming Mandatory Service Bulletin in this AD. Contact Kelly Aerospace Power Systems, 2500 Selma Highway, Montgomery, AL 36108, telephone (334) 386–5450; fax (334) 386–5450; or on the Internet at https:// www.kellyaerospace.com for the Kelly Aerospace Power Systems Mandatory Service Bulletins in this AD. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kevin Brane, Aerospace Engineer, Atlanta Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, One Crown Center, 1895 Phoenix Blvd., Suite 450, Atlanta, GA 30349; e-mail: kevin.brane@faa.gov; telephone (770) 703–6063; fax (770) 703–6097. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: In January 2008, Lycoming Engines notified us, and Kelly Aerospace Power Systems, of two reports of exhaust leakage occurring between the turbocharger turbine housing flange and the exhaust tube flange. Lycoming Engines found machining defects in the turbine housing exit flanges of those Kelly Aerospace Power Systems turbochargers. Kelly Aerospace Power Systems investigated this quality escape, and found that the same machining defect may exist on as many as 310 turbochargers. This condition, if not corrected, could result in hazardous amounts of carbon monoxide entering the cabin and an increase in under-cowl temperatures hampering engine and accessory function. This condition could also result in loss of tailpipe retention, which could lead to an inflight fire and loss of control of the airplane. Relevant Service Information We have reviewed and approved the technical contents of Lycoming Engines Mandatory Service Bulletin (MSB) No. 580, dated February 15, 2008, Kelly Aerospace Power Systems MSB No. 029, dated February 1, 2008, Kelly Aerospace Power Systems MSB No. 030, Revision A, dated April 1, 2008, and Kelly Aerospace Power Systems MSB No. 031, dated February 28, 2008. These MSBs list affected engine model numbers and suspect turbocharger part numbers and serial numbers. FAA’s Determination and Requirements of this AD The unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop on other Kelly Aerospace Power Systems turbochargers of the same type design. For that reason, we are issuing this AD to prevent hazardous amounts E:\FR\FM\21APR1.SGM 21APR1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 77 (Monday, April 21, 2008)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2008-0197 Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-005-AD; 
Amendment 39-15467; AD 2008-08-15]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; DORNIER LUFTFAHRT GmbH Models 228-100, 
228-101, 228-200, 228-201, 228-202, and 228-212 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) issued by an aviation authority of 
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an 
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

    The manufacturer reported findings of missing primer on the 
internal of the elevator and rudder of aircraft S/N 8200. The 
aircraft S/N 8200 was with RUAG for maintenance purposes. 
Investigation performed by RUAG showed that the paint removal 
procedure for the rudder and elevator was changed from a paint 
stripping with brush and scraper to a procedure where the parts were 
submerged in a tank filled with hot liquid stripper. The stripper is 
called TURCO 5669 from Henkel Surface Technologies. The stripping 
process is described in the Technical Process Bulletin No. 238799 
dated 09/01/1999. This paint stripping process change was not 
communicated to and not approved by the TC-Holder.

We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe 
condition on these products.

DATES: This AD becomes effective May 27, 2008.
    On May 27, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov or in person at 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: Karl Schletzbaum, Aerospace Engineer, 
FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, 
Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4146; fax: (816) 329-4090.

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 February 25, 2008 
(73 FR 9965). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    The manufacturer reported findings of missing primer on the 
internal of the elevator and rudder of aircraft S/N 8200. The 
aircraft S/N 8200 was with RUAG for maintenance purposes. 
Investigation performed by RUAG showed that the paint removal 
procedure for the rudder and elevator was changed from a paint 
stripping with brush and scraper to a procedure where the parts were 
submerged in a tank filled with hot liquid stripper. The stripper is 
called TURCO 5669 from Henkel Surface Technologies. The stripping 
process is described in the Technical Process Bulletin No. 238799 
dated 09/01/1999. This paint stripping process change was not 
communicated to and not approved by the TC-Holder.

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 FAA policies.

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Any such differences are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.

Costs of Compliance

    Based on the service information, we estimate that this AD will 
affect 8 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take 
about 3 work-hours per product to comply with basic requirements of 
this AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
    Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. 
operators to be $1,920 or $240 per product.
    We have no way of determining the number of products that may need 
these actions.

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 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 Management Facility 
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal 
holidays. The AD docket contains the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, 
any comments received, and other information. The street address for 
the Docket Office (telephone (800) 647-5527) 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:

2008-08-15 Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH: Amendment 39-15467; Docket No. 
FAA-2008-0197; Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-005-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 27, 
2008.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Models 228-100, 228-101, 228-200, 228-
201, 228-202, and 228-212 airplanes, serial numbers 8009, 8065, 
8112, 8179, 8185, 8191, 8241, and 8244, certificated in any 
category.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 51: 
Structures.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 
states:

The manufacturer reported findings of missing primer on the internal 
of the elevator and rudder of aircraft S/N 8200. The aircraft S/N 
8200 was with RUAG for maintenance purposes. Investigation performed 
by RUAG showed that the paint removal procedure for the rudder and 
elevator was changed from a paint stripping with brush and scraper 
to a procedure where the parts were submerged in a tank filled with 
hot liquid stripper. The stripper is called TURCO 5669 from Henkel 
Surface Technologies. The stripping process is described in the 
Technical Process Bulletin No. 238799 dated 09/01/1999. This paint 
stripping process change was not communicated to and not approved by 
the TC-Holder.

    The MCAI requires you to do a visual inspection of the inner 
structure on rudder and elevator for signs of corrosion, de-bonded 
primer (yellow-green), and any other deviation of surface 
protection; report corrosion beyond the acceptable level or areas 
with de-bonded primer to the manufacturer; and, if necessary, repair 
the affected parts following the applicable FAA-approved 
manufacturer repair instruction.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, do the following actions:
    (1) Within 2 months after the effective date of this AD, do a 
detailed visual inspection on the inner structure of the rudder and 
elevator for signs of corrosion, debonded primer (yellow-green), and 
any other deviation of surface protection following RUAG Aerospace 
Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB-228-270, 
dated October 30, 2007.
    (2) If you find corrosion or areas with debonded primer as a 
result of the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, 
before further flight, do the following:
    (i) Report the inspection results to RUAG Aerospace Services 
GmbH, Dornier 228 Customer Support, P.O. Box 1253, 82231 Wessling, 
Federal Republic of Germany, telephone: 011-49-8153-30-2280; fax: 
011-49-8153-30-3030, and request FAA-approved repair instructions 
following RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service 
Bulletin No. SB-228-270, dated October 30, 2007.
    (ii) Repair corrosion following FAA-approved repair instructions 
obtained from RUAG Aerospace Services GmbH.

FAA AD Differences

    Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information 
as follows: The MCAI includes provisions for reporting corrosion 
``beyond the acceptable level.'' However, the service information 
does not include a definition of ``acceptable level.'' Therefore, to 
ensure the AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable, this 
AD does not include the qualifier ``beyond the acceptable level.''

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
Standards Office, 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: Karl Schletzbaum, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, 
Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, 
Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4146; fax: (816) 329-4090. 
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

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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 (44 
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), 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 German AD D-2007-350, dated December 19, 2007; 
and RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin 
No. SB-228-270, dated October 30, 2007, for related information.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 
Service Bulletin No. SB-228-270, dated October 30, 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 RUAG 
Aerospace Services GmbH, Dornier 228 Customer Support, P.O. Box 
1253, 82231 Wessling, Federal Republic of Germany, telephone: +49 
(0)8153-30-2280; fax: +49 (0) 8153-30-3030.
    (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Central Region, Office of 
the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Room 506, 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/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on April 4, 2008.
David R. Showers,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
 [FR Doc. E8-7806 Filed 4-18-08; 8:45 am]
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