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Regulatory Findings
We determined that this proposed AD
would not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This
proposed AD would 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 proposed regulation:
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.
You can find our regulatory
evaluation and the estimated costs of
compliance in the AD Docket.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
39 as follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new AD:
Boeing: Docket No. FAA–2009–0136;
Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–171–AD.
Comments Due Date
(a) We must receive comments by April 9,
2009.
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Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Boeing Model 747
airplanes, certificated in any category, as
specified in paragraph (c)(1) or (c)(2) of this
AD, as applicable.
(1) Boeing Model 747–100, 747–100B, 747–
100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–200C, 747–200F,
747–300, 747SR, and 747SP series airplanes,
as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin
747–53A2732, dated August 28, 2008.
(2) Boeing Model 747–400, 747–400D, and
747–400F series airplanes, as identified in
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2753,
dated August 28, 2008.
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Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 53: Fuselage.
Unsafe Condition
(e) This AD results from reports of cracking
in fuselage frames made of 2024 aluminum
alloy that were installed during previous
modification of the frames in section 41 and
during production. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct frame cracks which could
result in cracking of the adjacent fuselage
skin and consequent rapid decompression of
the airplane.
Compliance
(f) Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
Repetitive Inspections and Corrective
Actions
(g) At the applicable compliance time
specified in paragraph 1.E., ‘‘Compliance,’’ of
Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 747–53A2732
or 747–53A2753, both dated August 28, 2008,
as applicable, do the detailed inspection for
cracking of the fuselage frames in section 41,
and do all applicable corrective actions, by
accomplishing all the actions specified in the
Accomplishment Instructions of Boeing Alert
Service Bulletin 747–53A2732 or 747–
53A2753, both dated August 28, 2008, as
applicable; except as provided by paragraphs
(g) and (h) of this AD. Repeat the inspection
at intervals not to exceed those specified in
paragraph 1.E. of Boeing Alert Service
Bulletin 747–53A2732 or 747–53A2753, both
dated August 28, 2008, as applicable. If any
crack is found, do all corrective actions
before further flight.
Note 1: As specified in Boeing Alert
Service Bulletins 747–53A2732 and 747–
53A2753, both dated August 28, 2008, an
optional special detailed inspection behind
the P14 and P15 electrical terminal panels
using the borescope may be done.
(h) Where Boeing Alert Service Bulletins
747–53A2732 and 747–53A2753, both dated
August 28, 2008, recommend an initial
inspection threshold relative to the date on
Boeing Alert Service Bulletins 747–53A2732
and 747–53A2753, both dated August 28,
2008; this AD requires the initial inspection
threshold relative to the effective date of this
AD.
(i) If any crack is found during any
inspection required by this AD, and Boeing
Alert Service Bulletins 747–53A2732 and
747–53A2753, both dated August 28, 2008,
specify to contact Boeing for appropriate
action: Before further flight, repair the
cracking using a method approved in
accordance with the procedures specified in
paragraph (j) of this AD.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(j)(1) The Manager, Seattle Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), FAA has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if
requested using the procedures found in 14
CFR 39.19. Send information to Attn: Ivan Li,
Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–
120S, FAA, Seattle ACO, 1601 Lind Avenue,
SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356;
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telephone (425) 917–6437; fax (425) 917–
6590.
(2) To request a different method of
compliance or a different compliance time
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 principal maintenance inspector
(PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI),
as appropriate, or lacking a principal
inspector, your local Flight Standards District
Office. The AMOC approval letter must
specifically reference this AD.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
level of safety may be used for any repair
required by this AD, if it is approved by an
Authorized Representative for the Boeing
Commercial Airplanes Delegation Option
Authorization Organization who has been
authorized by the Manager, Seattle ACO, to
make those findings. For a repair method to
be approved, the repair must meet the
certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on January
30, 2009.
Stephen P. Boyd,
Assistant Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2009–0137; Directorate
Identifier 2008–NM–201–AD]
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model
A330–200 and –300, and A340–200 and
–300, Series Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This proposed
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:
Several reports have been received from
A330 and A340 operators concerning chafing
of the electrical harness behind the lavatory,
located at L (level) 53, resulting in a number
of short-circuits. This harness contains cables
for lighting, plugs, loudspeakers and oxygen
controls and indications.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to the short circuit of wires dedicated to
oxygen, which, in case of emergency, could
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result in a large number of passenger oxygen
masks (up to 32% of all seats) not being
supplied with oxygen, possibly causing
personal injuries.
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The proposed AD would require
actions that are intended to address the
unsafe condition described in the MCAI.
DATES: We must receive comments on
this proposed AD by March 25, 2009.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
any of the following methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: (202) 493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–40, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
For service information identified in
this proposed AD, contact Airbus SAS—
Airworthiness Office—EAL, 1 Rond
Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac
Cedex, France; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80,
e-mail airworthiness.A330A340@airbus.com; Internet https://
www.airbus.com. You may review
copies of the referenced service
information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221
or 425–227–1152.
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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 Operations office between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this proposed AD, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone
(425) 227–1138; fax (425) 227–1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written
relevant data, views, or arguments about
this proposed AD. Send your comments
to an address listed under the
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2009–0137; Directorate Identifier
2008–NM–201–AD’’ at the beginning of
your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy
aspects of this proposed AD. We will
consider all comments received by the
closing date and may amend this
proposed AD based on those comments.
We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact we receive
about this proposed AD.
Discussion
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2008–0161,
dated August 25, 2008 (referred to after
this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
condition for the specified products.
The MCAI states:
Several reports have been received from
A330 and A340 operators concerning chafing
of the electrical harness behind the lavatory,
located at L (level) 53, resulting in a number
of short-circuits. This harness contains cables
for lighting, plugs, loudspeakers and oxygen
controls and indications.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to the short circuit of wires dedicated to
oxygen, which, in case of emergency, could
result in a large number of passenger oxygen
masks (up to 32% of all seats) not being
supplied with oxygen, possibly causing
personal injuries.
For the reasons described above, AD 2008–
0154 was issued to require a wiring
modification of the affected harnesses on
right and left sides of the passenger
compartment between frames (FR) 39.1 and
39.2 and between FR 53.3 and 53.4, on premodification 48825 aircraft (i.e. nonenhanced cabin).
Since that AD was issued, it has been
found that due to discrepancies in the
referenced Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) at
original issue, the modification should have
been mandated at Revision 1 of the SB, rather
than indicating that application of the SB at
original issue is acceptable.
For that reason, this EASA AD retains the
requirements of EASA AD 2008–0154, which
is superseded, amends the requirement to
specify that the SB must be accomplished at
Revision 1 and that for aircraft on which the
SB at original issue has already been
accomplished, additional work must be done.
The modification includes rerouting the
affected electrical harnesses and
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replacing certain wiring mounts and
brackets in the passenger compartment.
For all airplanes, additional work is
required. The additional work includes
interchanging certain fixed brackets and
modifying certain wiring routing. You
may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Relevant Service Information
Airbus has issued Mandatory Service
Bulletin A330–92–3066, Revision 01,
dated August 1, 2008; and Mandatory
Service Bulletin A340–92–4071,
Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008.
The actions described in this service
information are intended to correct the
unsafe condition identified in the
MCAI.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This Proposed AD
This product has been approved by
the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation
in the United States. Pursuant to our
bilateral agreement with the State of
Design Authority, we have been notified
of the unsafe condition described in the
MCAI and service information
referenced above. We are proposing this
AD because we evaluated all pertinent
information and determined an unsafe
condition exists and is likely to exist or
develop on other products of the same
type design.
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 proposed
different actions in this AD from those
in the MCAI in order to follow FAA
policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the
proposed AD.
Costs of Compliance
Based on the service information, we
estimate that this proposed AD would
affect about 9 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it would take
about 210 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of
this proposed AD. The average labor
rate is $80 per work-hour. Required
parts would cost about $0 per product.
Where the service information lists
required parts costs that are covered
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under warranty, we have assumed that
there will be no charge for these costs.
As we do not control warranty coverage
for affected parties, some parties may
incur costs higher than estimated here.
Based on these figures, we estimate the
cost of the proposed AD on U.S.
operators to be $151,200, or $16,800 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.
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Regulatory Findings
We determined that this proposed AD
would not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This
proposed AD would 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 proposed regulation:
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 proposed AD and placed it in the
AD docket.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
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The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
39 as follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new AD:
Airbus: Docket No. FAA–2009–0137;
Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–201–AD.
Comments Due Date
(a) We must receive comments by March
25, 2009.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Model A330–201,
–202, –203, –223, –243, –301, –302, –303,
–321, –322, –323, –341, –342, and –343
airplanes; and Model A340–211, –212, –213,
–311, –312, and –313 airplanes; all
manufacturer serial numbers, certificated in
any category, except those on which Airbus
Modification 48825 has been embodied in
production.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 92.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
Several reports have been received from
A330 and A340 operators concerning chafing
of the electrical harness behind the lavatory,
located at L (level) 53, resulting in a number
of short-circuits. This harness contains cables
for lighting, plugs, loudspeakers and oxygen
controls and indications.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead
to the short circuit of wires dedicated to
oxygen, which, in case of emergency, could
result in a large number of passenger oxygen
masks (up to 32% of all seats) not being
supplied with oxygen, possibly causing
personal injuries.
For the reasons described above, AD 2008–
0154 was issued to require a wiring
modification of the affected harnesses on
right and left sides of the passenger
compartment between frames (FR) 39.1 and
39.2 and between FR 53.3 and 53.4, on premodification 48825 aircraft (i.e., nonenhanced cabin).
Since that AD was issued, it has been
found that due to discrepancies in the
referenced Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) at
original issue, the modification should have
been mandated at Revision 1 of the SB, rather
than indicating that application of the SB at
original issue is acceptable.
For that reason, this EASA AD retains the
requirements of EASA AD 2008–0154, which
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is superseded, amends the requirement to
specify that the SB must be accomplished at
Revision 1 and that for aircraft on which the
SB at original issue has already been
accomplished, additional work must be done.
The modification includes rerouting the
affected electrical harnesses and replacing
certain wiring mounts and brackets in the
passenger compartment. For all airplanes,
additional work is required. The additional
work includes interchanging certain fixed
brackets and modifying certain wiring
routing.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, within 20 months
after the effective date of this AD, do the
following actions, as applicable.
(1) Except as required by paragraph (f)(2)
of this AD, modify the affected passenger
compartment electrical harnesses, including
the ‘‘ADDITIONAL WORK,’’ in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions of
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330–92–
3066, Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008; or
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340–92–
4071, Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008;
as applicable.
(2) For airplanes that have already been
modified prior to the effective date of this AD
in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330–
92–3066, dated November 27, 2007; or
Airbus Service Bulletin A340–92–4071,
dated November 27, 2007; as applicable:
Accomplish the ‘‘ADDITIONAL WORK’’ in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A330–92–3066, Revision 01, dated
August 1, 2008; or the ‘‘ADDITIONAL
WORK’’ in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus
Mandatory Service Bulletin A340–92–4071,
Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008; as
applicable.
(3) Actions accomplished according to
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340–92–
4071, Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008,
including the ‘‘ADDITIONAL WORK,’’ as
applicable, are acceptable for complying with
the requirements of paragraphs (f)(1) and
(f)(2) of this AD.
FAA AD Differences
Note 1: 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: Vladimir
Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW.,
Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone
(425) 227–1138; 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
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FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO),
or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from
a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective
actions are considered FAA-approved if they
are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required
to assure the product is airworthy before it
is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any
reporting requirement in this AD, under the
provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act,
the Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
has approved the information collection
requirements and has assigned OMB Control
Number 2120–0056.
Related Information
(h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2008–
0161, dated August 25, 2008; Airbus
Mandatory Service Bulletin A330–92–3066,
Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008; and
Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340–92–
4071, Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008, and
Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008; for
related information.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on February
5, 2009.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2009–0044; Directorate
Identifier 2008–NM–132–AD]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier
Model CL–600–1A11 (CL–600), CL–
600–2A12 (CL–601), CL–600–2B16 (CL–
601–3A, CL–601–3R, and CL–604)
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
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AGENCY:
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This proposed
AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI)
originated by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct
an unsafe condition on an aviation
product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as:
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There have been several Stick Pusher
Capstan Shaft failures causing the dormant
loss or severe degradation of the stick pusher
function. * * *
Dormant loss or severe degradation of
the stick pusher function could result in
reduced controllability of the airplane.
The proposed AD would require actions
that are intended to address the unsafe
condition described in the MCAI.
DATES: We must receive comments on
this proposed AD by March 25, 2009.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by
any of the following methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: (202) 493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–40, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE.,
Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
For service information identified in
this proposed AD, contact Bombardier,
ˆ
Inc., 400 Cote-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
´
Quebec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone
514–855–5000; fax 514–855–7401; email thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com;
Internet https://www.bombardier.com.
You may review copies of the
referenced service information at the
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA,
call 425–227–1221 or 425–227–1152.
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 this proposed AD, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Bruce Valentine, Aerospace Engineer,
Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE–
172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, 1600 Stewart
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Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York
11590; telephone (516) 228–7328; fax
(516) 794–5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written
relevant data, views, or arguments about
this proposed AD. Send your comments
to an address listed under the
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2009–0044; Directorate Identifier
2008–NM–132–AD’’ at the beginning of
your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy
aspects of this proposed AD. We will
consider all comments received by the
closing date and may amend this
proposed AD based on those comments.
We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact we receive
about this proposed AD.
Discussion
Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority
for Canada, has issued Canadian
Airworthiness Directive CF–2008–12,
dated February 8, 2008 (referred to after
this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
condition for the specified products.
The MCAI states:
There have been several Stick Pusher
Capstan Shaft failures causing the dormant
loss or severe degradation of the stick pusher
function. This directive is issued to revise the
first flight of the day check [in the Airplane
Flight Manual] of the stall protection system
to detect a degradation of the stick pusher
function. It also introduces a new periodic
maintenance task [in the Airworthiness
Limitations Section of the Instructions for
Continuing Airworthiness] to check the
structural integrity of the stick pusher
capstan shaft.
Dormant loss or severe degradation of
the stick pusher function could result in
reduced controllability of the airplane.
You may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Relevant Service Information
Bombardier has issued the temporary
revisions listed in the tables titled
‘‘Temporary Revisions to the Airplane
Flight Manual’’ and ‘‘Temporary
Revisions to the Airworthiness
Limitations Section.’’ The actions
described in this service information are
intended to correct the unsafe condition
identified in the MCAI.
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[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 8036-8039]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-3776]
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Proposed Rules
Federal Register
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This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER contains notices to the public of
the proposed issuance of rules and regulations. The purpose of these
notices is to give interested persons an opportunity to participate in
the rule making prior to the adoption of the final rules.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2009-0137; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-201-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200 and -300, and
A340-200 and -300, Series Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the
products listed above. This proposed 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:
Several reports have been received from A330 and A340 operators
concerning chafing of the electrical harness behind the lavatory,
located at L (level) 53, resulting in a number of short-circuits.
This harness contains cables for lighting, plugs, loudspeakers and
oxygen controls and indications.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to the short
circuit of wires dedicated to oxygen, which, in case of emergency,
could
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result in a large number of passenger oxygen masks (up to 32% of all
seats) not being supplied with oxygen, possibly causing personal
injuries.
* * * * *
The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address
the unsafe condition described in the MCAI.
DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by March 25, 2009.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://
www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: (202) 493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-40, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact
Airbus SAS--Airworthiness Office--EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80, e-mail
airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com; Internet https://www.airbus.com. You
may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152.
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 this proposed AD, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-1138; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2009-0137;
Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-201-AD'' at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this proposed AD based on those comments.
We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this proposed AD.
Discussion
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2008-0161, dated August 25, 2008 (referred to
after this as ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
Several reports have been received from A330 and A340 operators
concerning chafing of the electrical harness behind the lavatory,
located at L (level) 53, resulting in a number of short-circuits.
This harness contains cables for lighting, plugs, loudspeakers and
oxygen controls and indications.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to the short
circuit of wires dedicated to oxygen, which, in case of emergency,
could result in a large number of passenger oxygen masks (up to 32%
of all seats) not being supplied with oxygen, possibly causing
personal injuries.
For the reasons described above, AD 2008-0154 was issued to
require a wiring modification of the affected harnesses on right and
left sides of the passenger compartment between frames (FR) 39.1 and
39.2 and between FR 53.3 and 53.4, on pre-modification 48825
aircraft (i.e. non-enhanced cabin).
Since that AD was issued, it has been found that due to
discrepancies in the referenced Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) at
original issue, the modification should have been mandated at
Revision 1 of the SB, rather than indicating that application of the
SB at original issue is acceptable.
For that reason, this EASA AD retains the requirements of EASA
AD 2008-0154, which is superseded, amends the requirement to specify
that the SB must be accomplished at Revision 1 and that for aircraft
on which the SB at original issue has already been accomplished,
additional work must be done.
The modification includes rerouting the affected electrical harnesses
and replacing certain wiring mounts and brackets in the passenger
compartment. For all airplanes, additional work is required. The
additional work includes interchanging certain fixed brackets and
modifying certain wiring routing. You may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Relevant Service Information
Airbus has issued Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-92-3066, Revision
01, dated August 1, 2008; and Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-92-4071,
Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008. The actions described in this
service information are intended to correct the unsafe condition
identified in the MCAI.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD
This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant
to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service
information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we
evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same
type design.
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 proposed different actions in this AD from those
in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the proposed AD.
Costs of Compliance
Based on the service information, we estimate that this proposed AD
would affect about 9 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that
it would take about 210 work-hours per product to comply with the basic
requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $80 per
work-hour. Required parts would cost about $0 per product. Where the
service information lists required parts costs that are covered
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under warranty, we have assumed that there will be no charge for these
costs. As we do not control warranty coverage for affected parties,
some parties may incur costs higher than estimated here. Based on these
figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed AD on U.S. operators to
be $151,200, or $16,800 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 proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 proposed
regulation:
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 proposed AD and placed it in the AD docket.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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]
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:
Airbus: Docket No. FAA-2009-0137; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-
201-AD.
Comments Due Date
(a) We must receive comments by March 25, 2009.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, -243, -
301, -302, -303, -321, -322, -323, -341, -342, and -343 airplanes;
and Model A340-211, -212, -213, -311, -312, and -313 airplanes; all
manufacturer serial numbers, certificated in any category, except
those on which Airbus Modification 48825 has been embodied in
production.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 92.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
Several reports have been received from A330 and A340 operators
concerning chafing of the electrical harness behind the lavatory,
located at L (level) 53, resulting in a number of short-circuits.
This harness contains cables for lighting, plugs, loudspeakers and
oxygen controls and indications.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to the short
circuit of wires dedicated to oxygen, which, in case of emergency,
could result in a large number of passenger oxygen masks (up to 32%
of all seats) not being supplied with oxygen, possibly causing
personal injuries.
For the reasons described above, AD 2008-0154 was issued to
require a wiring modification of the affected harnesses on right and
left sides of the passenger compartment between frames (FR) 39.1 and
39.2 and between FR 53.3 and 53.4, on pre-modification 48825
aircraft (i.e., non-enhanced cabin).
Since that AD was issued, it has been found that due to
discrepancies in the referenced Airbus Service Bulletin (SB) at
original issue, the modification should have been mandated at
Revision 1 of the SB, rather than indicating that application of the
SB at original issue is acceptable.
For that reason, this EASA AD retains the requirements of EASA
AD 2008-0154, which is superseded, amends the requirement to specify
that the SB must be accomplished at Revision 1 and that for aircraft
on which the SB at original issue has already been accomplished,
additional work must be done.
The modification includes rerouting the affected electrical
harnesses and replacing certain wiring mounts and brackets in the
passenger compartment. For all airplanes, additional work is
required. The additional work includes interchanging certain fixed
brackets and modifying certain wiring routing.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, within 20 months after the effective
date of this AD, do the following actions, as applicable.
(1) Except as required by paragraph (f)(2) of this AD, modify
the affected passenger compartment electrical harnesses, including
the ``ADDITIONAL WORK,'' in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A330-92-3066,
Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008; or Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A340-92-4071, Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008; as
applicable.
(2) For airplanes that have already been modified prior to the
effective date of this AD in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Service Bulletin A330-92-3066, dated November
27, 2007; or Airbus Service Bulletin A340-92-4071, dated November
27, 2007; as applicable: Accomplish the ``ADDITIONAL WORK'' in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Airbus Mandatory
Service Bulletin A330-92-3066, Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008; or
the ``ADDITIONAL WORK'' in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-92-4071,
Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008; as applicable.
(3) Actions accomplished according to Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A340-92-4071, Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008, including
the ``ADDITIONAL WORK,'' as applicable, are acceptable for complying
with the requirements of paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD.
FAA AD Differences
Note 1: 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:
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1138; 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
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FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your
local FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information
collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-
0056.
Related Information
(h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness
Directive 2008-0161, dated August 25, 2008; Airbus Mandatory Service
Bulletin A330-92-3066, Revision 01, dated August 1, 2008; and Airbus
Mandatory Service Bulletin A340-92-4071, Revision 01, dated August
1, 2008, and Revision 02, dated November 28, 2008; for related
information.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 5, 2009.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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