Airworthiness Directives; DORNIER Luftfahrt GmbH Models Dornier 228-100, Dornier 228-101, Dornier 228-200, Dornier 228-201, Dornier 228-202, and Dornier 228-212 Airplanes, 15369-15371 [E9-7071]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 64 / Monday, April 6, 2009 / Rules and Regulations DOS, DHS and DOS, and the role of foreign policy considerations in asylum adjudications. B. Regulatory Flexibility Act Because USCIS is not required by the APA to publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to make the changes promulgated in this rule, the Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA) is not applicable. C. Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995 This rule will not result in the expenditure by state, local and tribal governments, in the aggregate, or by the private sector, of $100 million or more in any one year, and it will not significantly or uniquely affect small governments. Therefore, no actions were deemed necessary under the provisions of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995. D. Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 This rule is not a major rule as defined by section 251 of the Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996. 5 U.S.C. 804. This rule will not result in an annual effect on the economy of $100 million or more; a major increase in costs or prices; or significant adverse effects on competition, employment, investment, productivity, innovation, or on the ability of the United States-based companies to compete with foreignbased companies in domestic and export markets. E. Executive Order 12866 This rule has been designated as not significant under Executive Order 12866, section 3(f), Regulatory Planning and Review. Thus it has not been reviewed by the Office of Management and Budget. F. Executive Order 13132: Federalism pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES This rule will not have substantial direct effects 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. Therefore, in accordance with section 6 of Executive Order 13132, it is determined that this rule does not have sufficient federalism implications to warrant the preparation of a federalism summary impact statement. G. Executive Order 12988: Civil Justice Reform This rule meets the applicable standards set forth in sections 3(a) and 3(b)(2) of Executive Order 12988. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:36 Apr 03, 2009 Jkt 217001 H. Paperwork Reduction Act The information collection requirement (Form I–589) contained in this rule has been previously approved by the Office of Management and Budget under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act. The OMB control numbers for these collections are contained in 8 CFR 299.5, Display of control numbers. This rule does not contain a new or revised information collection. List of Subjects in 8 CFR Part 208 Administrative practice and procedure, Aliens, Immigration, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. Accordingly, chapter I of title 8 of the Code of Federal Regulations is amended as follows: ■ PART 208—PROCEDURES FOR ASYLUM AND WITHHOLDING OF REMOVAL 1. The authority citation for part 208 continues to read: ■ Authority: 8 U.S.C. 1103, 1158, 1226, 1252, 1282; 8 CFR part 2. 2. Section 208.11 is revised to read as follows: ■ § 208.11 Comments from the Department of State. (a) U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) may request, at its discretion, specific comments from the Department of State regarding individual cases or types of claims under consideration, or such other information as USCIS deems appropriate. (b) With respect to any asylum application, the Department of State may provide, at its discretion, to USCIS: (1) Detailed country conditions information relevant to eligibility for asylum or withholding of removal; (2) An assessment of the accuracy of the applicant’s assertions about conditions in his or her country of nationality or habitual residence and his or her particular situation; (3) Information about whether persons who are similarly situated to the applicant are persecuted or tortured in the applicant’s country of nationality or habitual residence and the frequency of such persecution or torture; or (4) Such other information as it deems relevant. (c) Any comments received pursuant to paragraph (b) of this section shall be made part of the record. Unless the comments are classified under the applicable Executive Order, the applicant shall be provided an PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 15369 opportunity to review and respond to such comments prior to the issuance of any decision to deny the application. Janet Napolitano, Secretary. [FR Doc. E9–7051 Filed 4–3–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 9111–97–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0123 Directorate Identifier 2009–CE–005–AD; Amendment 39–15868; AD 2009–07–09] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; DORNIER Luftfahrt GmbH Models Dornier 228– 100, Dornier 228–101, Dornier 228–200, Dornier 228–201, Dornier 228–202, and Dornier 228–212 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final Rule. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 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: It has been evidenced in-service that aileron trim actuator and rod spring lever attachment bracket—between frame 18 and 19 LH—on some aircraft may present loose rivets. If left uncorrected, this condition could lead to the separation of the attachment bracket which could result in loss of aileron trim and loss of artificial force feedback, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective May 11, 2009. On May 11, 2009, 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. E:\FR\FM\06APR1.SGM 06APR1 15370 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 64 / Monday, April 6, 2009 / Rules and Regulations FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg Davison, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4130; 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 13, 2009 (74 FR 7200). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: It has been evidenced in-service that aileron trim actuator and rod spring lever attachment bracket—between frame 18 and 19 LH—on some aircraft may present loose rivets. If left uncorrected, this condition could lead to the separation of the attachment bracket which could result in loss of aileron trim and loss of artificial force feedback, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. 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. Any such differences are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD. pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES Costs of Compliance Based on the service information, we estimate that this AD will affect 17 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 5 workhours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:36 Apr 03, 2009 Jkt 217001 Required parts will cost about $5 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $6,885 or $405 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 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 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. ADDRESSES 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: ■ 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: ■ 2009–07–09 DORNIER Luftfahrt GmbH: Amendment 39–15868; Docket No. FAA–2009–0123; Directorate Identifier 2009–CE–005–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 11, 2009. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Dornier 228–100, Dornier 228–101, Dornier 228–200, Dornier 228–201, Dornier 228–202, and Dornier 228– 212 airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category. Subject (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 27: Flight Controls. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: It has been evidenced in-service that aileron trim actuator and rod spring lever attachment bracket—between frame 18 and 19 LH—on some aircraft may present loose rivets. If left uncorrected, this condition could lead to the separation of the attachment bracket which could result in loss of aileron trim and loss of artificial force feedback, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane. For the reasons described above, this Airworthiness Directive requires first an inspection of the trim lever attachment bracket and as a second step the replacement of the 4 existing rivets by Hi-Lock rivets. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions: (1) Within the next 10 hours time-inservice (TIS) after May 11, 2009 (the effective date of this AD), do the inspection for ‘‘unequal aileron steering wheel force’’ in E:\FR\FM\06APR1.SGM 06APR1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 64 / Monday, April 6, 2009 / Rules and Regulations accordance with paragraphs 2.A.(1) through 2.A.(3) of the ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS of RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–275, Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008. If any defect is found, before further flight, modify the attachment bracket riveting in accordance with paragraph 2.B. of the ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS of RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–275, Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008. (2) Within 300 hours TIS after May 11, 2009 (the effective date of this AD), unless accomplished as required per paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, modify the attachment bracket riveting in accordance with paragraph 2.B. of the ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS of RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228– 275, Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: No differences. pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES 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: Greg Davison, Glider Program Manager, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4130; 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 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 European Aviation Safety Agency AD No.: 2008–0217, dated December 10, 2008; and RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB–228–275, Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008, for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:36 Apr 03, 2009 Jkt 217001 SB–228–275, Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008, 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; E-mail: custsupport.dorner228@ruag.com; Internet: https://www.ruag.com/. (3) You may review copies of the service information incorporated by reference for this AD at the FAA, Central Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the Central Region, call (816) 329–3768. (4) You may also review copies of the service information incorporated by reference for this AD 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 Kansas City, Missouri, on March 24, 2009. John Colomy, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–7071 Filed 4–3–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0125 Directorate Identifier 2009–CE–002–AD; Amendment 39–15873; AD 2009–07–14] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Model DA 40 and DA 40F Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final Rule. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 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: A number of wings manufactured by Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. in Canada PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 15371 have been found to exhibit voids in the adhesive joint between the main spar caps and the upper wing skins. The available information indicates that wings with voids continue to meet the certification design limits, provided the voids are within established criteria. However, to detect any wings that may have voids exceeding these criteria, Diamond has issued Mandatory Service Bulletin MSB–40–060 and MSB–F4– 016 (single document) that describes instructions for inspection of the aircraft that had these wings installed during manufacture. Aircraft that have voids within the inspection criteria may continue to operate without restriction, pending the outcome of ongoing investigations. Aircraft that have voids exceeding the inspection criteria must be repaired. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective May 11, 2009. On May 11, 2009, 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: Sarjapur Nagarajan, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329– 4145; 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 13, 2009 (74 FR 7196). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: A number of wings manufactured by Diamond Aircraft Industries Inc. in Canada have been found to exhibit voids in the adhesive joint between the main spar caps and the upper wing skins. The available information indicates that wings with voids continue to meet the certification design limits, provided the voids are within established criteria. However, to detect any wings that may have voids exceeding these criteria, Diamond has issued Mandatory Service Bulletin MSB–40–060 and MSB–F4– 016 (single document) that describes instructions for inspection of the aircraft that had these wings installed during manufacture. Aircraft that have voids within E:\FR\FM\06APR1.SGM 06APR1

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[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 64 (Monday, April 6, 2009)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2009-0123 Directorate Identifier 2009-CE-005-AD; 
Amendment 39-15868; AD 2009-07-09]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; DORNIER Luftfahrt GmbH Models Dornier 
228-100, Dornier 228-101, Dornier 228-200, Dornier 228-201, Dornier 
228-202, and Dornier 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:

    It has been evidenced in-service that aileron trim actuator and 
rod spring lever attachment bracket--between frame 18 and 19 LH--on 
some aircraft may present loose rivets. If left uncorrected, this 
condition could lead to the separation of the attachment bracket 
which could result in loss of aileron trim and loss of artificial 
force feedback, and consequent reduced controllability of the 
airplane.

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

DATES: This AD becomes effective May 11, 2009.
    On May 11, 2009, 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.

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg Davison, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, 
Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106; telephone: (816) 329-4130; 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 13, 2009 
(74 FR 7200). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    It has been evidenced in-service that aileron trim actuator and 
rod spring lever attachment bracket--between frame 18 and 19 LH--on 
some aircraft may present loose rivets. If left uncorrected, this 
condition could lead to the separation of the attachment bracket 
which could result in loss of aileron trim and loss of artificial 
force feedback, and consequent reduced controllability of the 
airplane.

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. 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 17 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take 
about 5 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of 
this AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Required parts 
will cost about $5 per product.
    Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. 
operators to be $6,885 or $405 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 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:

2009-07-09 DORNIER Luftfahrt GmbH: Amendment 39-15868; Docket No. 
FAA-2009-0123; Directorate Identifier 2009-CE-005-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 11, 
2009.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Dornier 228-100, Dornier 228-101, Dornier 
228-200, Dornier 228-201, Dornier 228-202, and Dornier 228-212 
airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 27: Flight 
Controls.

Reason

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

    It has been evidenced in-service that aileron trim actuator and 
rod spring lever attachment bracket--between frame 18 and 19 LH--on 
some aircraft may present loose rivets. If left uncorrected, this 
condition could lead to the separation of the attachment bracket 
which could result in loss of aileron trim and loss of artificial 
force feedback, and consequent reduced controllability of the 
airplane.
    For the reasons described above, this Airworthiness Directive 
requires first an inspection of the trim lever attachment bracket 
and as a second step the replacement of the 4 existing rivets by Hi-
Lock rivets.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, do the following actions:
    (1) Within the next 10 hours time-in-service (TIS) after May 11, 
2009 (the effective date of this AD), do the inspection for 
``unequal aileron steering wheel force'' in

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accordance with paragraphs 2.A.(1) through 2.A.(3) of the 
ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS of RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology 
Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB-228-275, Revision No.: 0, dated 
October 8, 2008. If any defect is found, before further flight, 
modify the attachment bracket riveting in accordance with paragraph 
2.B. of the ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS of RUAG Aerospace Defence 
Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB-228-275, Revision 
No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008.
    (2) Within 300 hours TIS after May 11, 2009 (the effective date 
of this AD), unless accomplished as required per paragraph (f)(1) of 
this AD, modify the attachment bracket riveting in accordance with 
paragraph 2.B. of the ACCOMPLISHMENT INSTRUCTIONS of RUAG Aerospace 
Defence Technology Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB-228-275, 
Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 2008.

FAA AD Differences

    Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information 
as follows: No differences.

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
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: Greg Davison, Glider Program Manager, FAA, 
Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, 
Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4130; 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 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 European Aviation Safety Agency AD No.: 2008-
0217, dated December 10, 2008; and RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology 
Dornier 228 Service Bulletin No. SB-228-275, Revision No.: 0, dated 
October 8, 2008, for related information.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use RUAG Aerospace Defence Technology Dornier 228 
Service Bulletin No. SB-228-275, Revision No.: 0, dated October 8, 
2008, 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; E-mail: 
custsupport.dorner228@ruag.com; Internet: https://www.ruag.com/.
    (3) You may review copies of the service information 
incorporated by reference for this AD at the FAA, Central Region, 
Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106. For information on the availability of this material at the 
Central Region, call (816) 329-3768.
    (4) You may also review copies of the service information 
incorporated by reference for this AD 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 Kansas City, Missouri, on March 24, 2009.
John Colomy,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. E9-7071 Filed 4-3-09; 8:45 am]
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