Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers Model SD3-60 Airplanes, 23668-23671 [E9-11709]

Download as PDF 23668 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 96 / Wednesday, May 20, 2009 / Proposed Rules Repair Plan In Lieu of Required Inspections (w) A repair plan approved by a Boeing Company Authorized Representative or Designated Engineering Representative before the effective date of this AD is acceptable for compliance with the requirements of paragraphs (g)(2), (i), (q), (r), (s)(1), and (s)(4) of this AD, provided the approval was documented via FAA Form 8110–3 or 8100– 9, and identified scribe line damage in the title of the form. Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (x)(1) The Manager, Seattle ACO, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM– 120S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 917–6447; 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 (AR) 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 approval must meet the certification basis of the airplane, and the approval must specifically refer to this AD. Issued in Renton, WA, on May 6, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–11707 Filed 5–19–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0464; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–189–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:00 May 19, 2009 Jkt 217001 There have been several occurrences of cracked elevator trim tab balance weight attachment brackets. On one occasion, the elevator trim tab mass balance weight bracket separated from the aircraft. The loss of an elevator trim tab mass balance weight bracket has the potential to cause damage to an aircraft, or cause serious injury to personnel. * * * * * * * * 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 June 19, 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 Short Brothers PLC, Airworthiness, P.O. Box 241, Airport Road, Belfast BT3 9DZ, Northern Ireland; telephone +44(0)2890–462469; fax +44(0)2890– 468444; e-mail michael.mulholland @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 Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers Model SD3–60 Airplanes AGENCY: SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above that would revise an existing AD. 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: 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 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 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: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1175; 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–2009–0464; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–189–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 On July 23, 2008, we issued AD 2008– 16–09, amendment 39–15627 (73 FR 46543, August 11, 2008). That AD required actions intended to address an unsafe condition on the products listed above. Since we issued AD 2008–16–09, Short Brothers advised that SD3–07– 6011xA brackets manufactured in 2005 or later have a life limit of 28,800 flight hours, per Section 5–00–02 of the Short Brothers SD360 Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), and as noted in Appendix 1 of Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007. In light of this, we have revised the existing AD to propose extending the life limit of any balance weight bracket from 1,750 flight hours to 28,800 flight hours. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket. In addition, we removed paragraphs (f) and (l)(1) of the existing AD from this proposed AD. Those paragraphs define the use of the term ‘‘service bulletin,’’ as used in the AD. E:\FR\FM\20MYP1.SGM 20MYP1 23669 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 96 / Wednesday, May 20, 2009 / Proposed Rules Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Relevant Service Information Authority for This Rulemaking Shorts has issued Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. The actions described in this service information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI. 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. § 39.13 Regulatory Findings Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) (i.e., EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007–0107–E, dated April 18, 2007) states: There have been several occurrences of cracked elevator trim tab balance weight attachment brackets. On one occasion, the elevator trim tab mass balance weight bracket separated from the aircraft. The loss of an elevator trim tab mass balance weight bracket has the potential to cause damage to an aircraft, or cause serious injury to personnel. * * * 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 21 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it would take about 8 to 12 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 $632 to $864 per product. Where the service information lists required parts costs that are covered under warranty, we have assumed that there will be no charge for these 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 $26,712 to $38,304, or $1,272 to $1,824 per product. VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:00 May 19, 2009 Jkt 217001 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: PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by removing Amendment 39–15627 (73 FR 46543, August 11, 2008) and adding the following new AD: Short Brothers PLC: Docket No. FAA–2009– 0464; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM– 189–AD. Comments Due Date (a) We must receive comments by June 19, 2009. Affected ADs (b) The proposed AD revises AD 2008–16– 09, Amendment 39–15627. Applicability (c) This AD applies to all Shorts Model SD3–60 airplanes, certificated in any category. Subject (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 55: Stabilizers. * * * * * Compliance (f) You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Restatement of Requirements of AD 2004– 13–08, Amendment 39–13690 Initial Inspection (g) Within 2 months after August 3, 2004 (the effective date of AD 2004–13–08, amendment 39–13690): Do a dye penetrant inspection for cracking in the welded joints of the balance weight brackets for the left and right elevator trim tabs, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55– 20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. Investigative and Corrective Actions if No Cracking Is Found (h) If no cracking is found during the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD, do the actions required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD at the applicable compliance times. (1) Repeat the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD at intervals not to E:\FR\FM\20MYP1.SGM 20MYP1 23670 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 96 / Wednesday, May 20, 2009 / Proposed Rules exceed 4,800 flight hours until the bracket is replaced per paragraph (h)(2) or (i) of this AD. (2) Prior to the accumulation of 28,800 total flight hours, or within 6 months after August 3, 2004, whichever occurs later: Replace any bracket that has not been replaced per paragraph (i) of this AD with a new bracket or with a serviceable bracket that has been inspected in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD. Replace in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. Replacement of the brackets constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. Corrective Actions if Any Cracking Is Found (i) If any cracking is found during any inspection required by paragraph (g) or (h) of this AD: Before further flight, accomplish the applicable action in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55– 20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. (1) For airplanes that have accumulated less than 28,800 flight hours and on which all cracking on brackets is less than 0.25 inch in length: Repair the affected bracket in accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55– 20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007 (including the additional dye penetrant inspection of the repaired welded joint); and repeat the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD at intervals not to exceed 4,800 flight hours; or replace the bracket in accordance with paragraph (h)(2) of this AD. Replacement of the bracket constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections. (2) For any airplane on which any cracking on a bracket is 0.25 inch in length or greater, and for any airplane that has accumulated 28,800 flight hours or more on which any cracking of any length is found on a bracket: Replace the affected bracket with a new bracket or with a serviceable bracket that has been inspected in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD. Replacement of the bracket constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (i)(1) of this AD. Refitting (j) Before further flight following any inspection per paragraph (g) or (h) of this AD; or before further flight following repair or replacement of a bracket per paragraph (h)(2) or (i) of this AD: Refit the balance weights, covers, and trim tabs, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:00 May 19, 2009 Jkt 217001 dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55– 20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. Where the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55– 20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007; specify to contact the manufacturer for disposition of certain conditions while refitting, obtain further disposition instructions from the Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) (or its delegated agent). Parts Installation (k) As of August 3, 2004, no person may install on any airplane a balance weight bracket unless the welded joint has been inspected in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD. Restatement of Requirements of AD 2005– 04–13, Amendment 39–13985 Return of Parts to Manufacturer Not Required (l) Although the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; specify to return subject parts to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. Repetitive Inspections (m) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs having part number SD3–07–6011xA, and having a serial number beginning with ‘‘X3’’ or ‘‘X4’’: Prior to the accumulation of 250 flight hours since installation of the subject balance weight bracket of the elevator trim tab, or within 30 flight hours after March 14, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005–04–13), whichever is later, do a dye penetrant inspection for cracking of the balance weight brackets for the left and right elevator trim tabs, in accordance with Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007. (1) For a balance weight bracket on which no cracking is found: Do paragraph (o) of this AD, and repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed 250 flight hours until paragraph (m) of this AD is accomplished. (2) For a balance weight bracket on which any cracking is found: Before further flight, replace the bracket with a new or reworked balance weight bracket that conforms to the approved design standard, in accordance with Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; and do paragraph (o) of this AD. Optional Terminating Action (n) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs having part number SD3–07–6011xA, and PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 having a serial number beginning with ‘‘X3’’ or ‘‘X4’’: Replacement of any subject balance weight bracket with a new or reworked balance weight bracket that conforms to the approved design standard, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360– 55–A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (m) of this AD for the replaced bracket. Refitting (o) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs having part number SD3–07–6011xA, and having a serial number beginning with ‘‘X3’’ or ‘‘X4:’’ Before further flight following any inspection or replacement of a bracket in accordance with paragraphs (m) and (n) of this AD: Refit the balance weights, covers, and trim tabs, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55– A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007. Where the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55– A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; specify to contact the manufacturer for disposition of certain conditions while refitting, obtain further disposition instructions from the Manager, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) (or its delegated agent). Parts Installation (p) For all airplanes: As of March 14, 2005, no person may install, on any airplane subject to this AD, a balance weight bracket having part number SD3–07–6011xA, and having a serial number beginning with ‘‘X3’’ or ‘‘X4,’’ unless the bracket is also marked ‘‘Rework batch number R–Bxxxxx’’ (where ‘‘xxxxx’’ is a number). Restatement of Requirements of AD 2008– 16–09, Amendment 39–15627, With Extended Repetitive Interval in Paragraph (q)(2) Inspection(s) and Replacements (q) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs having part number SD3–07–6011xA manufactured in the year 2003 or 2004, including reworked brackets, installed in accordance with paragraph (h)(2), (i)(2), or (n) of this AD, as applicable: Do the actions specified in paragraphs (q)(1) and (q)(2) of this AD in accordance with Parts A and B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007. (1) Within 30 flight hours after September 15, 2008 (the effective date of AD 2008–16– 09) or within 250 flight hours since installation of the balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs or since the last inspection required by paragraph (g), (h)(1), (i)(1), or (m) of this AD, whichever occurs E:\FR\FM\20MYP1.SGM 20MYP1 23671 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 96 / Wednesday, May 20, 2009 / Proposed Rules later: Do a dye penetrant inspection to detect cracks of the balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs. (i) If no crack is detected, repeat the dye penetrant inspection at intervals not to exceed 250 flight hours, until the replacement required by paragraph (q)(2) of this AD is done. (ii) If any crack is detected, before further flight, do the replacement specified in paragraph (q)(2) of this AD. (2) Before the accumulation of 1,750 flight hours since installation of the balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs, or within 180 days after September 15, 2008, whichever occurs later: Replace the balance weight brackets with new balance weight brackets manufactured in 2005 or later. Thereafter, replace any balance weight bracket with a new bracket manufactured in 2005 or later at intervals not to exceed the accumulation of 28,800 flight hours on that bracket. Accomplishment of the initial replacement ends the repetitive inspection requirements of this AD. (r) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs having part number SD3–31–6213xB inspected in accordance with paragraph (g), (h)(1), or (i)(1) of this AD and retained or refitted following approved repair in accordance with paragraph (j) of this AD: Do the actions specified in paragraphs (r)(1) and (r)(2) of this AD in accordance with Parts A and B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. (1) Within 4,800 flight hours since last inspection, or within 180 days after September 15, 2008, whichever occurs later, and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,800 flight hours: Do a dye penetrant inspection to detect cracks of the balance weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs. (i) If no crack is detected, repeat the dye penetrant inspection at intervals not to exceed 4,800 flight hours, until the replacement required by paragraph (r)(2) of this AD is done. (ii) If any crack is detected, before further flight, do the replacement specified in paragraph (r)(2) of this AD. (2) Before the accumulation of 28,800 flight hours since any balance weight bracket of the elevator trim tabs is new, or within 180 days after September 15, 2008, whichever occurs later: Replace the balance weight brackets with new balance weight brackets manufactured in 2005 or later. Thereafter, replace any balance weight bracket with a new bracket manufactured in 2005 or later at intervals not to exceed the accumulation of 28,800 flight hours on that bracket. Accomplishment of the initial replacement ends the repetitive inspection requirements of this AD. Part Installation (s) For all airplanes: As of September 15, 2008, no person may install, on any airplane, a balance weight bracket of the elevator trim tab manufactured earlier than 2005. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No Differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (t) 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: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1175; fax (425) 227–1149. 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. (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 (u) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007–0107–E, dated April 18, 2007, and the service bulletins identified in Table 1 of this AD for related information. TABLE 1—RELATED SERVICE INFORMATION Document Revision Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21 .............................................................................. Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360–55–20 ......................................................................................... Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360–55–A21 ........................................................................................... Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20 ...................................................................................................... Shorts Service Bulletin SD360–55–20 ...................................................................................................... Issued in Renton, WA, on May 11, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–11709 Filed 5–19–09; 8:45 am] DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION BILLING CODE 4910–13–P [Docket No. FAA–2009–0463; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–065–AD] Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 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 VerDate Nov<24>2008 15:00 May 19, 2009 Jkt 217001 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 Original Original 1 1 2 Date December 16, 2004. June 26, 2003. March 29, 2007. June 20, 2005. March 29, 2007. 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: A failure mode has been identified that can lead to loss of a nose wheel. Any combination of excessive wear and/or adverse tolerances on the axle inner cone, outer cone or wheel hub splined sleeve cones can result in the loss of the critical gap between the inner flange face of the wheel outer cone and the axle end face. If this gap is lost, it can result in the wheel having free play along the length of the axle. This condition, if not corrected, can result in breakage of the wheel nut lock plate leading to unscrewing of the wheel retention nut and E:\FR\FM\20MYP1.SGM 20MYP1

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[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 96 (Wednesday, May 20, 2009)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 23668-23671]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-11709]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2009-0464; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-189-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers Model SD3-60 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 that would revise an existing AD. 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:

    There have been several occurrences of cracked elevator trim tab 
balance weight attachment brackets. On one occasion, the elevator 
trim tab mass balance weight bracket separated from the aircraft. 
The loss of an elevator trim tab mass balance weight bracket has the 
potential to cause damage to an aircraft, or cause serious injury to 
personnel. * * *

* * * * *
    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 June 19, 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 
Short Brothers PLC, Airworthiness, P.O. Box 241, Airport Road, Belfast 
BT3 9DZ, Northern Ireland; telephone +44(0)2890-462469; fax +44(0)2890-
468444; e-mail michael.mulholland@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: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 
227-1175; 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-2009-0464; 
Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-189-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

    On July 23, 2008, we issued AD 2008-16-09, amendment 39-15627 (73 
FR 46543, August 11, 2008). That AD required actions intended to 
address an unsafe condition on the products listed above.
    Since we issued AD 2008-16-09, Short Brothers advised that SD3-07-
6011xA brackets manufactured in 2005 or later have a life limit of 
28,800 flight hours, per Section 5-00-02 of the Short Brothers SD360 
Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM), and as noted in Appendix 1 of Shorts 
Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007. 
In light of this, we have revised the existing AD to propose extending 
the life limit of any balance weight bracket from 1,750 flight hours to 
28,800 flight hours. You may obtain further information by examining 
the MCAI in the AD docket.
    In addition, we removed paragraphs (f) and (l)(1) of the existing 
AD from this proposed AD. Those paragraphs define the use of the term 
``service bulletin,'' as used in the AD.

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Relevant Service Information

    Shorts has issued Service Bulletin SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated 
March 29, 2007. 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 21 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that 
it would take about 8 to 12 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 $632 to $864 per 
product. Where the service information lists required parts costs that 
are covered under warranty, we have assumed that there will be no 
charge for these 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 $26,712 to $38,304, or $1,272 to $1,824 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 removing Amendment 39-15627 (73 FR 
46543, August 11, 2008) and adding the following new AD:

Short Brothers PLC: Docket No. FAA-2009-0464; Directorate Identifier 
2008-NM-189-AD.

Comments Due Date

    (a) We must receive comments by June 19, 2009.

Affected ADs

    (b) The proposed AD revises AD 2008-16-09, Amendment 39-15627.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to all Shorts Model SD3-60 airplanes, 
certificated in any category.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 55: 
Stabilizers.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 
(i.e., EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0107-E, dated April 18, 
2007) states:

There have been several occurrences of cracked elevator trim tab 
balance weight attachment brackets. On one occasion, the elevator 
trim tab mass balance weight bracket separated from the aircraft. 
The loss of an elevator trim tab mass balance weight bracket has the 
potential to cause damage to an aircraft, or cause serious injury to 
personnel. * * *
* * * * *

Compliance

    (f) You are responsible for having the actions required by this 
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the 
actions have already been done.

Restatement of Requirements of AD 2004-13-08, Amendment 39-13690

Initial Inspection

    (g) Within 2 months after August 3, 2004 (the effective date of 
AD 2004-13-08, amendment 39-13690): Do a dye penetrant inspection 
for cracking in the welded joints of the balance weight brackets for 
the left and right elevator trim tabs, in accordance with the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360-55-
20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007.

Investigative and Corrective Actions if No Cracking Is Found

    (h) If no cracking is found during the inspection required by 
paragraph (g) of this AD, do the actions required by paragraphs 
(h)(1) and (h)(2) of this AD at the applicable compliance times.
    (1) Repeat the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD 
at intervals not to

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exceed 4,800 flight hours until the bracket is replaced per 
paragraph (h)(2) or (i) of this AD.
    (2) Prior to the accumulation of 28,800 total flight hours, or 
within 6 months after August 3, 2004, whichever occurs later: 
Replace any bracket that has not been replaced per paragraph (i) of 
this AD with a new bracket or with a serviceable bracket that has 
been inspected in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD. Replace 
in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers 
Service Bulletin SD360-55-20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service 
Bulletin SD360-55-20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts 
Service Bulletin SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. 
Replacement of the brackets constitutes terminating action for the 
repetitive inspections required by paragraph (h)(1) of this AD.

Corrective Actions if Any Cracking Is Found

    (i) If any cracking is found during any inspection required by 
paragraph (g) or (h) of this AD: Before further flight, accomplish 
the applicable action in paragraph (i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD in 
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers 
Service Bulletin SD360-55-20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service 
Bulletin SD360-55-20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts 
Service Bulletin SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007.
    (1) For airplanes that have accumulated less than 28,800 flight 
hours and on which all cracking on brackets is less than 0.25 inch 
in length: Repair the affected bracket in accordance with Part B of 
the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360-55-
20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007 (including the 
additional dye penetrant inspection of the repaired welded joint); 
and repeat the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD at 
intervals not to exceed 4,800 flight hours; or replace the bracket 
in accordance with paragraph (h)(2) of this AD. Replacement of the 
bracket constitutes terminating action for the repetitive 
inspections.
    (2) For any airplane on which any cracking on a bracket is 0.25 
inch in length or greater, and for any airplane that has accumulated 
28,800 flight hours or more on which any cracking of any length is 
found on a bracket: Replace the affected bracket with a new bracket 
or with a serviceable bracket that has been inspected in accordance 
with paragraph (g) of this AD. Replacement of the bracket 
constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections 
required by paragraph (i)(1) of this AD.

Refitting

    (j) Before further flight following any inspection per paragraph 
(g) or (h) of this AD; or before further flight following repair or 
replacement of a bracket per paragraph (h)(2) or (i) of this AD: 
Refit the balance weights, covers, and trim tabs, in accordance with 
the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360-55-
20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007. Where the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, dated June 26, 2003; Shorts Service Bulletin SD360-55-
20, Revision 1, dated June 20, 2005; or Shorts Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007; specify to contact 
the manufacturer for disposition of certain conditions while 
refitting, obtain further disposition instructions from the Manager, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; 
or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) (or its delegated 
agent).

Parts Installation

    (k) As of August 3, 2004, no person may install on any airplane 
a balance weight bracket unless the welded joint has been inspected 
in accordance with paragraph (g) of this AD.

Restatement of Requirements of AD 2005-04-13, Amendment 39-13985

Return of Parts to Manufacturer Not Required

    (l) Although the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers 
Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, dated December 16, 2004; or 
Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, Revision 1, dated March 
29, 2007; specify to return subject parts to the manufacturer, this 
AD does not include that requirement.

Repetitive Inspections

    (m) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the 
elevator trim tabs having part number SD3-07-6011xA, and having a 
serial number beginning with ``X3'' or ``X4'': Prior to the 
accumulation of 250 flight hours since installation of the subject 
balance weight bracket of the elevator trim tab, or within 30 flight 
hours after March 14, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-04-13), 
whichever is later, do a dye penetrant inspection for cracking of 
the balance weight brackets for the left and right elevator trim 
tabs, in accordance with Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service 
Bulletin SD360-55-A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007.
    (1) For a balance weight bracket on which no cracking is found: 
Do paragraph (o) of this AD, and repeat the inspection thereafter at 
intervals not to exceed 250 flight hours until paragraph (m) of this 
AD is accomplished.
    (2) For a balance weight bracket on which any cracking is found: 
Before further flight, replace the bracket with a new or reworked 
balance weight bracket that conforms to the approved design 
standard, in accordance with Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin 
SD360-55-A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service 
Bulletin SD360-55-A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; and do 
paragraph (o) of this AD.

Optional Terminating Action

    (n) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the 
elevator trim tabs having part number SD3-07-6011xA, and having a 
serial number beginning with ``X3'' or ``X4'': Replacement of any 
subject balance weight bracket with a new or reworked balance weight 
bracket that conforms to the approved design standard, in accordance 
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service 
Bulletin SD360-55-A21, dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert 
Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; 
constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspections 
required by paragraph (m) of this AD for the replaced bracket.

Refitting

    (o) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the 
elevator trim tabs having part number SD3-07-6011xA, and having a 
serial number beginning with ``X3'' or ``X4:'' Before further flight 
following any inspection or replacement of a bracket in accordance 
with paragraphs (m) and (n) of this AD: Refit the balance weights, 
covers, and trim tabs, in accordance with the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, 
dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-
A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007. Where the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, 
dated December 16, 2004; or Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-
A21, Revision 1, dated March 29, 2007; specify to contact the 
manufacturer for disposition of certain conditions while refitting, 
obtain further disposition instructions from the Manager, 
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; 
or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) (or its delegated 
agent).

Parts Installation

    (p) For all airplanes: As of March 14, 2005, no person may 
install, on any airplane subject to this AD, a balance weight 
bracket having part number SD3-07-6011xA, and having a serial number 
beginning with ``X3'' or ``X4,'' unless the bracket is also marked 
``Rework batch number R-Bxxxxx'' (where ``xxxxx'' is a number).

Restatement of Requirements of AD 2008-16-09, Amendment 39-15627, With 
Extended Repetitive Interval in Paragraph (q)(2)

Inspection(s) and Replacements

    (q) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the 
elevator trim tabs having part number SD3-07-6011xA manufactured in 
the year 2003 or 2004, including reworked brackets, installed in 
accordance with paragraph (h)(2), (i)(2), or (n) of this AD, as 
applicable: Do the actions specified in paragraphs (q)(1) and (q)(2) 
of this AD in accordance with Parts A and B of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21, Revision 
1, dated March 29, 2007.
    (1) Within 30 flight hours after September 15, 2008 (the 
effective date of AD 2008-16-09) or within 250 flight hours since 
installation of the balance weight brackets of the elevator trim 
tabs or since the last inspection required by paragraph (g), (h)(1), 
(i)(1), or (m) of this AD, whichever occurs

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later: Do a dye penetrant inspection to detect cracks of the balance 
weight brackets of the elevator trim tabs.
    (i) If no crack is detected, repeat the dye penetrant inspection 
at intervals not to exceed 250 flight hours, until the replacement 
required by paragraph (q)(2) of this AD is done.
    (ii) If any crack is detected, before further flight, do the 
replacement specified in paragraph (q)(2) of this AD.
    (2) Before the accumulation of 1,750 flight hours since 
installation of the balance weight brackets of the elevator trim 
tabs, or within 180 days after September 15, 2008, whichever occurs 
later: Replace the balance weight brackets with new balance weight 
brackets manufactured in 2005 or later. Thereafter, replace any 
balance weight bracket with a new bracket manufactured in 2005 or 
later at intervals not to exceed the accumulation of 28,800 flight 
hours on that bracket. Accomplishment of the initial replacement 
ends the repetitive inspection requirements of this AD.
    (r) For airplanes equipped with balance weight brackets of the 
elevator trim tabs having part number SD3-31-6213xB inspected in 
accordance with paragraph (g), (h)(1), or (i)(1) of this AD and 
retained or refitted following approved repair in accordance with 
paragraph (j) of this AD: Do the actions specified in paragraphs 
(r)(1) and (r)(2) of this AD in accordance with Parts A and B of the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360-
55-20, Revision 2, dated March 29, 2007.
    (1) Within 4,800 flight hours since last inspection, or within 
180 days after September 15, 2008, whichever occurs later, and 
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,800 flight hours: Do a dye 
penetrant inspection to detect cracks of the balance weight brackets 
of the elevator trim tabs.
    (i) If no crack is detected, repeat the dye penetrant inspection 
at intervals not to exceed 4,800 flight hours, until the replacement 
required by paragraph (r)(2) of this AD is done.
    (ii) If any crack is detected, before further flight, do the 
replacement specified in paragraph (r)(2) of this AD.
    (2) Before the accumulation of 28,800 flight hours since any 
balance weight bracket of the elevator trim tabs is new, or within 
180 days after September 15, 2008, whichever occurs later: Replace 
the balance weight brackets with new balance weight brackets 
manufactured in 2005 or later. Thereafter, replace any balance 
weight bracket with a new bracket manufactured in 2005 or later at 
intervals not to exceed the accumulation of 28,800 flight hours on 
that bracket. Accomplishment of the initial replacement ends the 
repetitive inspection requirements of this AD.

Part Installation

    (s) For all airplanes: As of September 15, 2008, no person may 
install, on any airplane, a balance weight bracket of the elevator 
trim tab manufactured earlier than 2005.

FAA AD Differences

    Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information 
as follows: No Differences.

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (t) 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: Todd 
Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, 
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1175; fax (425) 227-1149. 
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.
    (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

    (u) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2007-0107-E, 
dated April 18, 2007, and the service bulletins identified in Table 
1 of this AD for related information.

                                      Table 1--Related Service Information
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                    Document                        Revision                           Date
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Short Brothers Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-        Original  December 16, 2004.
 A21.
Short Brothers Service Bulletin SD360-55-20....        Original  June 26, 2003.
Shorts Alert Service Bulletin SD360-55-A21.....               1  March 29, 2007.
Shorts Service Bulletin SD360-55-20............               1  June 20, 2005.
Shorts Service Bulletin SD360-55-20............               2  March 29, 2007.
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    Issued in Renton, WA, on May 11, 2009.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. E9-11709 Filed 5-19-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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