Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 Airplanes, 51910-51912 [E8-19850]

Download as PDF 51910 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 174 / Monday, September 8, 2008 / Rules and Regulations Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective October 14, 2008. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to McDonnell Douglas Model 717–200 airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 717–27A0039, dated December 6, 2007. Unsafe Condition (d) This AD results from a report of an aborted takeoff due to a control column disconnect. We are issuing this AD to prevent binding of the bolt that connects the cable 264A clevis to the bellcrank assembly against the adjacent (upper) clevis of the pull-pull cable assembly. This binding condition could result in slow airplane rotation or a control column disconnect during takeoff and a runway excursion if takeoff must be aborted. Compliance (e) Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES Inspection/Corrective Actions (f) Do the applicable actions specified in paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD at the time specified, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 717–27A0039, dated December 6, 2007. (1) For all airplanes: Do a general visual inspection of the drive assembly of the aft elevator standby loop of the elevator standby cable system for interference between the clevis and bolt of the bellcrank assembly, correct orientation of the pull-pull cable clevis bolt, and excessive freeplay of the bellcrank assembly bearing. Do the inspection within 3,000 flight hours or 27 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (2) For airplanes identified in the service bulletin as Group 1, Configuration 1: Modify the pull-pull cable clevis in the drive assembly of the aft elevator standby loop of the elevator standby cable system. Do the modification at the applicable time specified in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of the service bulletin; except, where the service bulletin specifies a compliance time after the date on the service bulletin, this AD requires compliance within the specified compliance time after the effective date of this AD. Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (g)(1) The Manager, Los Angeles Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), FAA, ATTN: David Rathfelder, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120L, FAA, Los Angeles ACO, 3960 Paramount Boulevard, Lakewood, California 90712–4137; telephone (562) 627–5229; fax (562) 627–5210; has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (2) To request a different method of compliance or a different compliance time VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:07 Sep 05, 2008 Jkt 214001 for this AD, follow the procedures in 14 CFR 39.19. 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. Material Incorporated by Reference (h) You must use Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 717–27A0039, dated December 6, 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 Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Long Beach Division, 3855 Lakewood Boulevard, Long Beach, California 90846; Attention: Data and Service Management, Dept. C1–L5A (D800–0024). (3) You may review copies of the service information incorporated by reference 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/code_of _federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 18, 2008. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8–19721 Filed 9–5–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2008–0562; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–010–AD; Amendment 39–15658; AD 2008–18–01] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: 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: SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 It has been found cases where the pressure equalization valve was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the effectiveness of fire detection, containment and suppression. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective October 14, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 14, 2008. 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: Kenny Kaulia, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–2848; fax (425) 227–1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products. That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on May 20, 2008 (73 FR 29085). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: It has been found cases where the pressure equalization valve was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the effectiveness of fire detection, containment and suppression. Corrective actions include inspecting for the presence of pressure equalization valves and, if necessary, installing pressure equalization valves. 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. E:\FR\FM\08SER1.SGM 08SER1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 174 / Monday, September 8, 2008 / Rules and Regulations 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 about 101 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to comply with the 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 $8,080, or $80 per product. pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES 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; VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:07 Sep 05, 2008 Jkt 214001 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, 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 2008–18–01 Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER): Amendment 39–15658. Docket No. FAA–2008–0562; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–010–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective October 14, 2008. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to EMBRAER Model ERJ 170–100 LR, –100 STD, –100 SE, –100 SU, –200 LR, –200 STD, and –200 SU airplanes, having serial numbers (S/N) 17000002, 17000004 through 17000013, and 17000015 through 17000154; and Model ERJ 190–100 STD, –100 LR, –100 IGW, –100 ECJ, –200 STD, –200 LR, and –200 IGW airplanes, having S/N 19000002, 19000004, and PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 51911 19000006 through 19000060; certificated in any category. Subject (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 21: Air Conditioning. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: It has been found cases where the pressure equalization valve was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the effectiveness of fire detection, containment and suppression. Corrective actions include inspecting for the presence of pressure equalization valves and, if necessary, installing pressure equalization valves. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 500 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, perform a general visual inspection on the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel of both the forward and aft cargo compartments to determine whether the pressure equalization valves, part number (P/N) 120–48865–003, are installed. If both pressure equalization valves are installed in their respective blowout panels, no additional action is required by this AD. (2) If any valve is not installed, within 700 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, install valve P/N 120–48865–003, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of EMBRAER Service Bulletin 170–21–0032 or 190–21–0019, both dated August 10, 2007; as applicable. Note 1: For the purpose of this AD, a general visual inspection (GVI) is: ‘‘A visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure or irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching distance, unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to enhance visual access to all exposed surfaces in the inspection area. This level of inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight or drop-light, and may require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area being checked.’’ FAA AD Differences Note 2: 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: Kenny Kaulia, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, E:\FR\FM\08SER1.SGM 08SER1 51912 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 174 / Monday, September 8, 2008 / Rules and Regulations FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–2848; 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 Directives 2007–11–01 and 2007–11–02, both effective December 12, 2007; and EMBRAER Service Bulletins 170–21–0032 and 190–21– 0019, both dated August 10, 2007; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES (i) You must use EMBRAER Service Bulletin 170–21–0032, dated August 10, 2007; or EMBRAER Service Bulletin 190–21– 0019, dated August 10, 2007; 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 18, 2008. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8–19850 Filed 9–5–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:07 Sep 05, 2008 Jkt 214001 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2007–0036; Directorate Identifier 2007–NE–22–AD; Amendment 39– 15636; AD 2008–16–18] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Rolls-Royce plc RB211–524 Series Turbofan Engines; Correction Federal Aviation Administration, DOT. ACTION: Final rule; correction. –CRCZ25 and –CZ12135 to –CZ12333 and –LAQDY6010 to –LAQDY6088 and –LDRCZ10003 to –LDRCZ15372 and –LDRCZ6001 to –LDRCZ9995 and –LQDY10001 and –LQDY9606 to –LQDY9989, installed’’. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on August 28, 2008. Marc Bouthillier, Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8–20498 Filed 9–5–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P AGENCY: DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES SUMMARY: This document makes a correction to Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2008–16–18. That AD applies to Rolls-Royce (RR) RB211–524 series turbofan engines with certain high pressure (HP) turbine disks installed. That AD was published in the Federal Register on August 11, 2008 (73 FR 46550). Paragraph (c) in the regulatory section is incorrect. This document corrects that paragraph. In all other respects, the original document remains the same. DATES: Effective Date: Effective September 8, 2008. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jason Yang, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine & Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; e–mail: jason.yang@faa.gov; telephone (781) 238–7747; fax (781) 238–7199. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On August 11, 2008 (73 FR 46550), we published a final rule AD, FR Doc. E8–18102, in the Federal Register. That AD applies to RR RB211–524 series turbofan engines. We need to make the following correction: § 39.13 [Corrected] On page 46551, in the first column, in the Regulatory Section, in the Applicability paragraph (c), in the second line, ‘‘with certain high pressure (HP) turbine discs installed’’ is corrected to read ‘‘with high pressure (HP) turbine discs, part numbers (P/Ns)serial numbers (SNs) FK24651– LAQDY6061 and –LDRCZ10453 to –LDRCZ10720, and –LQDY9903, and –LQDY9924, FK24790–CRCZ6 to –CRCZ25 and –LDRCZ10717 to –LDRCZ14022, UL23166–LQDY6516 to –LQDY8718, UL24561–LQDY6389 to –LQDY6438, UL24994–LQDY6405 to –LQDY8727, UL29472–LAQDY6013 to –LAQDY6092 and –LDRCZ10029 to –LDRCZ10821 and –LDRCZ6000 to –LDRCZ6060 and –LQDY6592 to –LQDY9993, UL29473–CRCZ24 to PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Food And Drug Administration 21 CFR Parts 16 and 1240 [Docket No. FDA–2003–N–0427] (formerly Docket No. 2003N–0400) Control of Communicable Diseases; Restrictions on African Rodents, Prairie Dogs, and Certain Other Animals Food and Drug Administration (HHS). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is removing its regulation that established restrictions on the capture, transport, sale, barter, exchange, distribution, and release of African rodents, prairie dogs, and certain other animals. We are removing the restrictions because we believe they are no longer needed to prevent the further introduction, transmission, or spread of monkeypox, a communicable and potentially fatal disease, in the United States. DATES: Effective September 8, 2008. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Philip L. Chao, Office of Policy, Planning, and Preparedness (HF–23), Food and Drug Administration, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857, 301–827–0587. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Table of Contents I. What Is Monkeypox, and How Did It Spread in the United States? II. How Did We Respond to the Monkeypox Outbreak? III. What Other Actions Did the Department of Health and Human Services Take? A. 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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2008-0562; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-010-AD; 
Amendment 39-15658; AD 2008-18-01]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. 
(EMBRAER) Model ERJ 170 and ERJ 190 Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the 
products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing 
airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of 
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an 
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

    It has been found cases where the pressure equalization valve 
was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the 
forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the 
effectiveness of fire detection, containment and suppression.

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

DATES: This AD becomes effective October 14, 2008.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 14, 
2008.

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: Kenny Kaulia, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 
227-2848; fax (425) 227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products. 
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on May 20, 2008 (73 FR 
29085). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    It has been found cases where the pressure equalization valve 
was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the 
forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the 
effectiveness of fire detection, containment and suppression.

Corrective actions include inspecting for the presence of pressure 
equalization valves and, if necessary, installing pressure equalization 
valves. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the 
AD docket.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of 
the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and 
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.

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Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information

    We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in 
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it 
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the 
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these 
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information 
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
    We might also have required different actions in this AD from those 
in the MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences 
are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD will affect about 101 products of U.S. 
registry. We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per 
product to comply with the 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 $8,080, or $80 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:

2008-18-01 Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER): 
Amendment 39-15658. Docket No. FAA-2008-0562; Directorate Identifier 
2008-NM-010-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective October 
14, 2008.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to EMBRAER Model ERJ 170-100 LR, -100 STD, -
100 SE, -100 SU, -200 LR, -200 STD, and -200 SU airplanes, having 
serial numbers (S/N) 17000002, 17000004 through 17000013, and 
17000015 through 17000154; and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 
IGW, -100 ECJ, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes, having S/N 
19000002, 19000004, and 19000006 through 19000060; certificated in 
any category.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 21: Air 
Conditioning.

Reason

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

    It has been found cases where the pressure equalization valve 
was not installed in the left-hand bulkhead blowout panel, on the 
forward and/or aft cargo compartments, thus affecting the 
effectiveness of fire detection, containment and suppression.

Corrective actions include inspecting for the presence of pressure 
equalization valves and, if necessary, installing pressure 
equalization valves.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
    (1) Within 500 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, 
perform a general visual inspection on the left-hand bulkhead 
blowout panel of both the forward and aft cargo compartments to 
determine whether the pressure equalization valves, part number (P/
N) 120-48865-003, are installed. If both pressure equalization 
valves are installed in their respective blowout panels, no 
additional action is required by this AD.
    (2) If any valve is not installed, within 700 flight hours after 
the effective date of this AD, install valve P/N 120-48865-003, in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of EMBRAER Service 
Bulletin 170-21-0032 or 190-21-0019, both dated August 10, 2007; as 
applicable.

    Note 1: For the purpose of this AD, a general visual inspection 
(GVI) is: ``A visual examination of an interior or exterior area, 
installation or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure or 
irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching 
distance, unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to 
enhance visual access to all exposed surfaces in the inspection 
area. This level of inspection is made under normally available 
lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight or 
drop-light, and may require removal or opening of access panels or 
doors. Stands, ladders or platforms may be required to gain 
proximity to the area being checked.''

FAA AD Differences

    Note 2: 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: 
Kenny Kaulia, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, 
Transport Airplane Directorate,

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FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone 
(425) 227-2848; 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 Directives 2007-11-01 
and 2007-11-02, both effective December 12, 2007; and EMBRAER 
Service Bulletins 170-21-0032 and 190-21-0019, both dated August 10, 
2007; for related information.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use EMBRAER Service Bulletin 170-21-0032, dated 
August 10, 2007; or EMBRAER Service Bulletin 190-21-0019, dated 
August 10, 2007; 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/ibr-
locations.html.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 18, 2008.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
 [FR Doc. E8-19850 Filed 9-5-08; 8:45 am]
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