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, 32411-32414 [E9-15394]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 129 / Wednesday, July 8, 2009 / Rules and Regulations By the Office of Thrift Supervision, Deborah Dakin, Acting Chief Counsel. By order of the National Credit Union Administration Board, June 18, 2009. Mary F. Rupp, Secretary of the Board. By Direction of the Commission. Donald S. Clark, Secretary. [FR Doc. E9–16030 Filed 7–7–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4810–33–P; 6210–01–P; 6714–01–P; 6720–01–P; 7535–01–P; 3084–88–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0044; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–132–AD; Amendment 39–15953; AD 2009–14–03] 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 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) 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: sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with RULES 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. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective August 12, 2009. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 12, 2009. ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M–30, West VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:30 Jul 07, 2009 Jkt 217001 Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bruce Valentine, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE– 172, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228–7328; fax (516) 794–5531. 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 23, 2009 (74 FR 8039). That NPRM proposed 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. 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 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 32411 MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences are highlighted in a Note within the AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD will affect 707 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 1 workhour per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $56,560, or $80 per product. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD: 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and 3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// E:\FR\FM\08JYR1.SGM 08JYR1 32412 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 129 / Wednesday, July 8, 2009 / Rules and Regulations www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. 2009–14–03 Bombardier, Inc. (Formerly Canadair): Amendment 39–15953. Docket No. FAA–2009–0044; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–132–AD. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: ■ Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective August 12, 2009. PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES Affected ADs 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ (b) None. Applicability Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 (c) This AD applies to the airplanes listed in Table 1 of this AD, certificated in any category. [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: ■ TABLE 1—APPLICABILITY Bombardier model— Serial Nos.— CL–600–1A11 CL–600–2A12 CL–600–2B16 CL–600–2B16 1004 3001 5001 5301 (CL–600) airplanes ........................................................................................................................ (CL–601) airplanes ........................................................................................................................ (CL–601–3A, CL–601–3R) airplanes ............................................................................................ (CL–604) airplanes ........................................................................................................................ Note 1: This AD requires revisions to certain operator maintenance documents to include new inspections. Compliance with these inspections is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the areas addressed by these inspections, the operator may not be able to accomplish the inspections described in the revisions. In this situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance according to paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. The request should include a description of changes to the required inspections that will ensure the continued operational safety of the airplane. Subject (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27: Flight Controls. through 1085 inclusive. through 3066 inclusive. through 5194 inclusive. thorough 5665 inclusive. Reason Actions and Compliance (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (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. (f) Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the Normal Procedures section of the applicable airplane flight manual (AFM) by inserting a copy of the applicable TR listed in Table 2 of this AD. Thereafter, operate the airplanes per the procedures specified in the applicable TR, except as provided by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. If the operator has an AFM that is not listed in Table 2 of this AD, within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, revise the AFM using a method approved by the FAA or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) (or its delegated agent). TABLE 2—TEMPORARY REVISIONS TO THE AFM Use Canadair temporary prevision— For Bombardier model— Dated— To the normal procedures section of— Canadair Challenger CL–600–1A11 AFM. Canadair Challenger CL–600–1A11 AFM (Winglets). Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 AFM, PSP 601–1B–1. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 AFM, PSP 601–1A–1. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 AFM, PSP 601–1B. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 AFM. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2B16 AFM, PSP 601A–1. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2B16 AFM, PSP 601A–1–1. Canadair Challenger CL–604 AFM, PSP 604–1. 600/23 600–1/18 January 30, 2007 ...... January 30, 2007 ...... CL–600–2A12 (CL–601) airplanes ......................... 601/15 January 30, 2007 ...... CL–600–2A12 (CL–601) airplanes ......................... 601/16 January 30, 2007 ...... CL–600–2A12 (CL–601) airplanes ......................... sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with RULES CL–600–1A11 (CL–600) airplanes ......................... CL–600–1A11 (CL–600) airplanes ......................... 601/20 January 30, 2007 ...... CL–600–2A12 CL–600–2B16 planes. CL–600–2B16 planes. CL–600–2B16 (CL–601) airplanes ......................... (CL–601–3A and CL–601–3R) air- 601/28 601/27 January 30, 2007 ...... January 30, 2007 ...... (CL–601–3A and CL–601–3R) air- 601/28 January 30, 2007 ...... (CL–604) airplanes ......................... 604/22 January 30, 2007 ...... (2) When information identical to that in a TR specified in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:30 Jul 07, 2009 Jkt 217001 has been included in the general revisions of the applicable AFM, the general revisions PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 may be inserted into the AFM, and the TR may be removed from that AFM. E:\FR\FM\08JYR1.SGM 08JYR1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 129 / Wednesday, July 8, 2009 / Rules and Regulations (3) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness by incorporating the applicable task in the TR listed in Table 3 of this AD. For all tasks identified in the TRs, the initial compliance time starts from the later of the times specified in paragraph (f)(3)(i) and (f)(3)(ii) of this AD. Thereafter, except as provided by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, no alternative maintenance task intervals may be used. (i) Within the compliance time specified in the ‘‘Check Interval’’ or ‘‘Task Interval,’’ as applicable, after the effective date of this AD. 32413 (ii) Within the compliance time specified in the ‘‘Check Interval’’ or ‘‘Task Interval,’’ as applicable, after the date of issuance of the original Canadian airworthiness certificate or the date of issuance of the original Canadian export certificate of airworthiness. TABLE 3—TEMPORARY REVISIONS TO THE AIRWORTHINESS LIMITATIONS SECTION Use Canadair temporary revision— For Bombardier model— Dated— To the airworthiness limitations section of— Canadair Challenger Time Limits/Maintenance Checks (TLMC), PSP 605, Chapter 5, Section 5– 10–30. Canadair Challenger TLMC, PSP 601–5, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. Canadair Challenger TLMC, PSP 601A–5, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. Canadair Challenger CL–604 TLMC, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–40. CL–600–1A11 (CL–600) airplanes ............................ 5–138 June 26, 2007 ....... CL–600–2A12 (CL–601) airplanes ............................ 5–226 June 26, 2007 ....... CL–600–2B16 (CL–601–3A and CL–601–3R) airplanes. CL–600–2B16 (CL–604) airplanes ............................ 5–239 June 26, 2007 ....... 5–2–32 May 31, 2007 ........ (4) When the information in applicable TR listed in Table 3 of this AD has been included in the general revisions of the applicable chapter of the Airworthiness Limitations section, the TR may be removed from the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instruction for Continued Airworthiness. FAA AD Differences Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York 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: Bruce Valentine, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE–172, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228–7328; fax (516) 794–5531. 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 FAAapproved 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. (4) Special Flight Permits: Special flight permits, as described in Section 21.197 and Section 21.199 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 and 21.199), are not allowed. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF–2008–12, dated February 8, 2008, and the service information listed in Table 4 of this AD, for related information. TABLE 4—ALL SERVICE INFORMATION Canadair TR— Dated— To the— 5–138 .................................. 5–226 .................................. 5–239 .................................. 5–2–32 ................................ 600/23 ................................. 600–1/18 ............................. 601/15 ................................. 601/16 ................................. 601/20 ................................. 601/27 ................................. 601/28 ................................. 601/28 ................................. 604/22 ................................. June 26, 2007 .................... June 26, 2007 .................... June 26, 2007 .................... May 31, 2007 ..................... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... January 30, 2007 ............... Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair Canadair sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with RULES Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use the service information contained in Table 5 of this AD 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 VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:30 Jul 07, 2009 Jkt 217001 Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger Challenger TLMC, PSP 605, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. TLMC, PSP 601–5, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. TLMC, PSP 601A–5, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. CL–604 TLMC, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–40. CL–600–1A11 AFM. CL–600–1A11 AFM (Winglets). CL–600–2A12 AFM, PSP 601–1B–1. CL–600–2A12 AFM, PSP 601–1A–1. CL–600–2A12 AFM, PSP 601–1B. CL–600–2B16 AFM, PSP 601A–1. CL–600–2A12 AFM. CL–600–2B16 AFM, PSP 601A–1–1. CL–604 AFM, PSP 604–1. this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in ˆ this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Cote´ Vertu Road West, Dorval, Quebec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514– 855–7401; e-mail thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com; Internet https:// www.bombardier.com. PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (3) You may review copies of the 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. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and E:\FR\FM\08JYR1.SGM 08JYR1 32414 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 129 / Wednesday, July 8, 2009 / Rules and Regulations 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. TABLE 5—MATERIAL INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE Canadair temporary revision— Dated— To the— 5–138 .................................. June 26, 2007 .................... 5–226 .................................. June 26, 2007 .................... 5–239 .................................. June 26, 2007 .................... 5–2–32 ................................ May 31, 2007 ..................... 600/23 ................................. 600–1/18 ............................. 601/15 ................................. 601/16 ................................. 601/20 ................................. 601/27 ................................. 601/28 ................................. 601/28 ................................. 604/22 ................................. January January January January January January January January January Canadair Challenger Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, PSP 605, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. Canadair Challenger Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, PSP 601–5, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. Canadair Challenger Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, PSP 601A–5, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–30. Canadair Challenger CL–604 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Chapter 5, Section 5–10–40. Canadair Challenger CL–600–1A11 Airplane Flight Manual. Canadair Challenger CL–600–1A11 Airplane Flight Manual (Winglets). Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 Airplane Flight Manual, PSP 601–1B–1. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 Airplane Flight Manual, PSP 601–1A–1. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 Airplane Flight Manual, PSP 601–1B. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2B16 AFM Airplane Flight Manual PSP 601A–1. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2A12 Airplane Flight Manual. Canadair Challenger CL–600–2B16 Airplane Flight Manual, PSP 601A–1–1. Canadair Challenger CL–604 Airplane Flight Manual, PSP 604–1. 30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 30, 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 2007 Issued in Renton, WA, on June 11, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–15394 Filed 7–7–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... ............... We are issuing this AD to prevent an undetected failure of the primary load path for the ballscrew in the drive mechanism of the horizontal stabilizer and subsequent wear and failure of the secondary load path, which could lead to loss of control of the horizontal stabilizer and consequent loss of control of the airplane. [Docket No. FAA–2008–0933; Directorate Identifier 2007–NM–261–AD; Amendment 39–15956; AD 2009–14–06] This AD becomes effective August 12, 2009. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of August 12, 2009. RIN 2120–AA64 ADDRESSES: DATES: Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Airplanes sroberts on DSKD5P82C1PROD with RULES AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: The FAA is superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD), which applies to all Boeing Model 777 airplanes. That AD currently requires, for the drive mechanism of the horizontal stabilizer, repetitive detailed inspections for discrepancies, repetitive lubrication of the ballnut and ballscrew, repetitive measurements of the freeplay between the ballnut and the ballscrew, and corrective action if necessary. This new AD revises the compliance times of the existing AD. This AD results from a report of extensive corrosion of a ballscrew in the drive mechanism of the horizontal stabilizer on a Boeing Model 757 airplane, which is similar in design to the ballscrew on Model 777 airplanes. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:30 Jul 07, 2009 Jkt 217001 For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, Washington 98124– 2207; telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1, fax 206–766–5680; e-mail me.boecom@boeing.com; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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 this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527) is the 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. PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Kelly McGuckin, Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Equipment Branch, ANM– 130S, FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 917–6490; fax (425) 917–6590. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to include an AD that supersedes AD 2007–17–12, amendment 39–15170 (72 FR 49158, August 28, 2007). The existing AD applies to all Boeing Model 777 airplanes. That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on August 29, 2008 (73 FR 50896). That NPRM proposed to retain the actions specified in the existing AD (i.e., for the drive mechanism of the horizontal stabilizer, repetitive detailed inspections for discrepancies, repetitive lubrication of the ballnut and ballscrew, repetitive measurements of the freeplay between the ballnut and the ballscrew, and corrective action if necessary) but with new initial inspection compliance times. New Service Information Since issuance of the NPRM, we have reviewed Boeing Service Bulletin 777– 27A0059, Revision 2, dated January 15, 2009. This revision of the service bulletin is essentially the same as Revision 1 of the service bulletin. (We referred to Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 777–27A0059, Revision 1, August 18, 2005, as the appropriate source of service information for doing the actions proposed in the NPRM.) Revision 2 of the service bulletin specifies similar E:\FR\FM\08JYR1.SGM 08JYR1

Agencies

[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 129 (Wednesday, July 8, 2009)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 32411-32414]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-15394]

=======================================================================
-----------------------------------------------------------------------

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2009-0044; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-132-AD;
Amendment 39-15953; AD 2009-14-03]
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

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

DATES: This AD becomes effective August 12, 2009.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of August 12,
2009.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Bruce Valentine, Aerospace Engineer,
Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE-172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New
York 11590; telephone (516) 228-7328; fax (516) 794-5531.

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 23, 2009
(74 FR 8039). That NPRM proposed 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.

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 our FAA policies. Any such differences
are highlighted in a Note within the AD.

Costs of Compliance

We estimate that this AD will affect 707 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $80 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of
this AD to the U.S. operators to be $56,560, or $80 per product.

Authority for This Rulemaking

Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.

Regulatory Findings

We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.

Examining the AD Docket

You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://

[[Page 32412]]

www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Operations office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The AD docket contains the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation,
any comments received, and other information. The street address for
the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the
ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly
after receipt.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.

Adoption of the Amendment

0
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
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]

0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:

2009-14-03 Bombardier, Inc. (Formerly Canadair): Amendment 39-15953.
Docket No. FAA-2009-0044; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-132-AD.

Effective Date

(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective August
12, 2009.

Affected ADs

(b) None.

Applicability

Table 1--Applicability
------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bombardier model-- Serial Nos.--
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CL-600-1A11 (CL-600) 1004 through 1085 inclusive.
airplanes.
CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) 3001 through 3066 inclusive.
airplanes.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A, CL- 5001 through 5194 inclusive.
601-3R) airplanes.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-604) 5301 thorough 5665 inclusive.
airplanes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------

Note 1: This AD requires revisions to certain operator
maintenance documents to include new inspections. Compliance with
these inspections is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes
that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the
areas addressed by these inspections, the operator may not be able
to accomplish the inspections described in the revisions. In this
situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must
request approval for an alternative method of compliance according
to paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. The request should include a
description of changes to the required inspections that will ensure
the continued operational safety of the airplane.

Subject

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

Reason

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

Dormant loss or severe degradation of the stick pusher function
could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.

Actions and Compliance

(f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
(1) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise
the Normal Procedures section of the applicable airplane flight
manual (AFM) by inserting a copy of the applicable TR listed in
Table 2 of this AD. Thereafter, operate the airplanes per the
procedures specified in the applicable TR, except as provided by
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. If the operator has an AFM that is not
listed in Table 2 of this AD, within 30 days after the effective
date of this AD, revise the AFM using a method approved by the FAA
or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) (or its delegated agent).

Table 2--Temporary Revisions to the AFM
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Use Canadair To the normal
For Bombardier model-- temporary Dated-- procedures section of--
prevision--
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CL-600-1A11 (CL-600) airplanes...... 600/23 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
600-1A11 AFM.
CL-600-1A11 (CL-600) airplanes...... 600-1/18 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
600-1A11 AFM
(Winglets).
CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) airplanes...... 601/15 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM, PSP 601-
1B-1.
CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) airplanes...... 601/16 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM, PSP 601-
1A-1.
CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) airplanes...... 601/20 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM, PSP 601-
1B.
CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) airplanes...... 601/28 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A and CL-601- 601/27 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
3R) airplanes. 600-2B16 AFM, PSP
601A-1.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A and CL-601- 601/28 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
3R) airplanes. 600-2B16 AFM, PSP
601A-1-1.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-604) airplanes...... 604/22 January 30, 2007.................. Canadair Challenger CL-
604 AFM, PSP 604-1.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

(2) When information identical to that in a TR specified in
paragraph (f)(1) of this AD has been included in the general
revisions of the applicable AFM, the general revisions may be
inserted into the AFM, and the TR may be removed from that AFM.

[[Page 32413]]

(3) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise
the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for
Continued Airworthiness by incorporating the applicable task in the
TR listed in Table 3 of this AD. For all tasks identified in the
TRs, the initial compliance time starts from the later of the times
specified in paragraph (f)(3)(i) and (f)(3)(ii) of this AD.
Thereafter, except as provided by paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, no
alternative maintenance task intervals may be used.
(i) Within the compliance time specified in the ``Check
Interval'' or ``Task Interval,'' as applicable, after the effective
date of this AD.
(ii) Within the compliance time specified in the ``Check
Interval'' or ``Task Interval,'' as applicable, after the date of
issuance of the original Canadian airworthiness certificate or the
date of issuance of the original Canadian export certificate of
airworthiness.

Table 3--Temporary Revisions to the Airworthiness Limitations Section
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Use Canadair To the airworthiness
For Bombardier model-- temporary Dated-- limitations section of--
revision--
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CL-600-1A11 (CL-600) airplanes....... 5-138 June 26, 2007................... Canadair Challenger
Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks
(TLMC), PSP 605,
Chapter 5, Section 5-
10-30.
CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) airplanes....... 5-226 June 26, 2007................... Canadair Challenger
TLMC, PSP 601-5,
Chapter 5, Section 5-
10-30.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A and CL-601-3R) 5-239 June 26, 2007................... Canadair Challenger
airplanes. TLMC, PSP 601A-5,
Chapter 5, Section 5-
10-30.
CL-600-2B16 (CL-604) airplanes....... 5-2-32 May 31, 2007.................... Canadair Challenger CL-
604 TLMC, Chapter 5,
Section 5-10-40.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

(4) When the information in applicable TR listed in Table 3 of
this AD has been included in the general revisions of the applicable
chapter of the Airworthiness Limitations section, the TR may be
removed from the Airworthiness Limitations section of the
Instruction for Continued Airworthiness.

FAA AD Differences

Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service
information as follows: No differences.

Other FAA AD Provisions

(g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York 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: Bruce Valentine,
Aerospace Engineer, Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE-172, FAA,
New York Aircraft Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228-7328; fax (516)
794-5531. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which
the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI)
in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI,
your local FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information
collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-
0056.
(4) Special Flight Permits: Special flight permits, as described
in Section 21.197 and Section 21.199 of the Federal Aviation
Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 and 21.199), are not allowed.

Related Information

(h) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2008-12,
dated February 8, 2008, and the service information listed in Table
4 of this AD, for related information.

Table 4--All Service Information
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Canadair TR-- Dated-- To the--
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
5-138..................................... June 26, 2007............................. Canadair Challenger
TLMC, PSP 605, Chapter
5, Section 5-10-30.
5-226..................................... June 26, 2007............................. Canadair Challenger
TLMC, PSP 601-5,
Chapter 5, Section 5-10-
30.
5-239..................................... June 26, 2007............................. Canadair Challenger
TLMC, PSP 601A-5,
Chapter 5, Section 5-10-
30.
5-2-32.................................... May 31, 2007.............................. Canadair Challenger CL-
604 TLMC, Chapter 5,
Section 5-10-40.
600/23.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-1A11 AFM.
600-1/18.................................. January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-1A11 AFM
(Winglets).
601/15.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM, PSP 601-
1B-1.
601/16.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM, PSP 601-
1A-1.
601/20.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM, PSP 601-
1B.
601/27.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2B16 AFM, PSP 601A-
1.
601/28.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 AFM.
601/28.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2B16 AFM, PSP 601A-
1-1.
604/22.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
604 AFM, PSP 604-1.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Material Incorporated by Reference

(i) You must use the service information contained in Table 5 of
this AD 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
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; e-mail thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://www.bombardier.com.
(3) You may review copies of the 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.
(4) You may also review copies of the service information that
is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and

[[Page 32414]]

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.

Table 5--Material Incorporated by Reference
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Canadair temporary revision-- Dated-- To the--
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
5-138..................................... June 26, 2007............................. Canadair Challenger Time
Limits/Maintenance
Checks, PSP 605,
Chapter 5, Section 5-10-
30.
5-226..................................... June 26, 2007............................. Canadair Challenger Time
Limits/Maintenance
Checks, PSP 601-5,
Chapter 5, Section 5-10-
30.
5-239..................................... June 26, 2007............................. Canadair Challenger Time
Limits/Maintenance
Checks, PSP 601A-5,
Chapter 5, Section 5-10-
30.
5-2-32.................................... May 31, 2007.............................. Canadair Challenger CL-
604 Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks,
Chapter 5, Section 5-10-
40.
600/23.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-1A11 Airplane
Flight Manual.
600-1/18.................................. January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-1A11 Airplane
Flight Manual
(Winglets).
601/15.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 Airplane
Flight Manual, PSP 601-
1B-1.
601/16.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 Airplane
Flight Manual, PSP 601-
1A-1.
601/20.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 Airplane
Flight Manual, PSP 601-
1B.
601/27.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2B16 AFM Airplane
Flight Manual PSP 601A-
1.
601/28.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2A12 Airplane
Flight Manual.
601/28.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
600-2B16 Airplane
Flight Manual, PSP 601A-
1-1.
604/22.................................... January 30, 2007.......................... Canadair Challenger CL-
604 Airplane Flight
Manual, PSP 604-1.
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Issued in Renton, WA, on June 11, 2009.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E9-15394 Filed 7-7-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.