Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes, 38993-38995 [E9-18731]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 149 / Wednesday, August 5, 2009 / Proposed Rules functional check of the nose landing gear (NLG) steering manifold. Follow the accomplishment instructions of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N. 80–0249, rev. 1, dated May 27, 2009. (2) Upon installation of a NLG steering manifold on any airplane, do a functional check of the NLG steering manifold. Repetitively thereafter at intervals not to exceed every 165 hours TIS, do a functional check of the NLG steering manifold. Follow the accomplishment instructions of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N. 80–0249, rev. 1, dated May 27, 2009. (3) If during any inspection required in paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD a NLG steering manifold does not pass the functional tests, using the compliance times in the accomplishment instructions of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N. 80–0249, rev. 1, dated May 27, 2009, replace the NLG steering manifold following (for S/N 1004 through 1104) pages 1 through 8; 201 through 216; and 501 through 506, of Piaggio Aero Piaggio P.180 Avanti Maintenance Manual, Report No. 9066, 32–50–00, revised June 16, 2008; or (for S/N 1105 and greater) pages 1 through 8; 201 through 216; and 501 through 506, of Piaggio Aero Piaggio P.180 Avanti II Maintenance Manual, Report No. 180–MAN– 0200–01105, 32–50–00, revised December 19, 2008. FAA AD Differences srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with PROPOSALS Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, Standards Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Sarjapur Nagarajan, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4145; fax: (816) 329–4090. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et. seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120–0056. VerDate Nov<24>2008 18:25 Aug 04, 2009 Jkt 217001 Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI EASA AD 2009–0129, dated June 19, 2009; and Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N. 80–0249, rev. 1, dated May 27, 2009, for related information. Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on July 30, 2009. James E. Jackson, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–18685 Filed 8–4–09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0703; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–093–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL– 600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: There have been four reports of loose or detached main landing gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main landing gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse. 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 September 4, 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. PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 38993 • Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. • Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–40, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact Bombardier, ˆ Inc., 400 Cote-Vertu Road West, Dorval, ´ Quebec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–855–7401; e-mail thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://www.bombardier.com. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221 or 425–227–1152. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Pong Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE– 171, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228–7324; fax (516) 794–5531. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–2009–0703; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–093–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:// E:\FR\FM\05AUP1.SGM 05AUP1 38994 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 149 / Wednesday, August 5, 2009 / Proposed Rules www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF–2009–20, dated May 1, 2009 (referred to after this as ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: There have been four reports of loose or detached main landing gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main landing gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse. Investigation has determined that incorrect stack-up tolerances of the apex joint or improper installation of the locking plate and apex nut could result in torque link apex pin disengagement. This directive mandates [a one-time detailed] inspection of the torque link apex joint [for correct installation and damage, and corrective actions if necessary] and replacement of the torque link apex nut. The corrective actions include reinstalling parts that are not correctly installed and replacing damaged parts. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket. srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with PROPOSALS Relevant Service Information Bombardier has issued Service Bulletin 670BA–32–019, Revision A, dated September 18, 2008. The actions described in this service information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI. FAA’s Determination and Requirements of this Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. Differences between this AD and the MCAI or Service Information We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI VerDate Nov<24>2008 18:25 Aug 04, 2009 Jkt 217001 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 361 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it would take about 4 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $115,520, or $320 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 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 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. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: Bombardier, Inc. (Formerly Canadair): Docket No. FAA–2009–0703; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–093–AD. Comments Due Date (a) We must receive comments by September 4, 2009. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to the Bombardier airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes, serial numbers (S/Ns) 10003 and subsequent. (2) Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes and Model CL–600– 2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, S/Ns 15001 and subsequent. Subject (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32: Landing gear. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: There have been four reports of loose or detached main landing gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main landing gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse. Investigation has determined that incorrect stack-up tolerances of the apex joint or improper installation of the locking plate and apex nut could result in torque link apex pin disengagement. This directive mandates [a E:\FR\FM\05AUP1.SGM 05AUP1 Federal Register / Vol. 74, No. 149 / Wednesday, August 5, 2009 / Proposed Rules srobinson on DSKHWCL6B1PROD with PROPOSALS one-time detailed] inspection of the torque link apex joint [for correct installation and damage, and corrective actions if necessary] and replacement of the torque link apex nut. The corrective actions include re-installing parts that are not correctly installed and replacing damaged parts. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) For Model CL–600–2C10 airplanes, S/ Ns 10003 through 10223 inclusive; and Model CL–600–2D15 and Model CL–600– 2D24 airplanes, S/Ns 15001 through 15035 inclusive, 15038, 15039, and 15042: Within 900 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, perform a one-time detailed inspection and all applicable corrective actions on the torque link apex joint, in accordance with Part A of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–32–019, Revision A, dated September 18, 2008, except as provided by paragraph (f)(5) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. (2) For Model CL–600–2C10 airplanes, S/ Ns 10003 through 10239 inclusive; and Model CL–600–2D15 and CL–600–2D24 airplanes, S/Ns 15001 through 15057 inclusive: Within 4,500 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, replace or rework the apex nut, in accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–32–019, Revision A, dated September 18, 2008. (3) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, on any airplane, a replacement MLG shock strut assembly identified in paragraph (f)(3)(i) or (f)(3)(ii) of this AD, unless it has been reworked in accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–32–019, Revision A, dated September 18, 2008. (i) Part number (P/N) 49000–11 through 49000–22 inclusive, and with a serial number in the range of S/N 0001 through 0284 inclusive (the serial number can start with ‘‘MA,’’ ‘‘MAL,’’ or ‘‘MA-’’). (ii) P/N 49050–5 through 49050–10 inclusive, and with a serial number in the range of S/N 1001 through 1114 inclusive (the serial number can start with ‘‘MA,’’ ‘‘MAL,’’ or ‘‘MA-’’). (4) Inspections, corrective actions, replacements, and rework accomplished before the effective date of this AD in accordance with Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–32–019, dated March 16, 2006, are considered acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions specified in this AD. (5) The inspections specified in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD are not required if the actions specified in paragraph (f)(2) of this AD have already been accomplished; or if Bombardier Repair Engineering Order 670–32–11–0022, dated October 22, 2005; or Goodrich Service Concession Request SCR 0056–05, dated October 22, 2005; has been incorporated. Other FAA AD Provisions Related Information (i) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF–2009–20, dated May 1, 2009; and Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–32– 019, Revision A, dated September 18, 2008; for related information. Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 28, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9–18731 Filed 8–4–09; 8:45 am] FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. VerDate Nov<24>2008 18:25 Aug 04, 2009 Jkt 217001 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (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: Pong Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE–171, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228–7324; fax (516) 794–5531. 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. (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. (h) 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. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 38995 Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–0682; Directorate Identifier 2008–NM–200–AD] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747–100, 747–100B, 747–100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–300, 747–400, 747SR, and 747SP Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to certain Boeing Model 747 airplanes. The existing AD currently requires repetitive inspections for cracking, and repair as necessary, of lower lobe body frames (sections 42 and 46) of the fuselage. The existing AD also provides for optional modification of the frames, which terminates the repetitive inspections. This proposed AD would require additional repetitive inspections for cracking of certain fuselage frames, and corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD would also revise the AD applicability. This proposed AD results from a new report of a crack found in a body frame with a tapered side guide bracket at fuselage station 1800, located on the left side between stringers 39 and 40; the frame was severed. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct the loss of structural integrity of the fuselage, which could result in rapid depressurization of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by September 21, 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 W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. E:\FR\FM\05AUP1.SGM 05AUP1

Agencies

[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 149 (Wednesday, August 5, 2009)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 38993-38995]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-18731]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2009-0703; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-093-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional 
Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet 
Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) 
Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the 
products listed above. This proposed AD results from mandatory 
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation 
authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe 
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe 
condition as: There have been four reports of loose or detached main 
landing gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate 
retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin 
disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main landing 
gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse.
    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 September 4, 
2009.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax: (202) 493-2251.
     Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
     Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-40, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday 
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this proposed AD, contact 
Bombardier, Inc., 400 Cote-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. 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: Pong Lee, Aerospace Engineer, Airframe 
and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New York Aircraft 
Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New 
York 11590; telephone (516) 228-7324; fax (516) 794-5531.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address 
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2009-0703; 
Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-093-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://

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www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we 
receive about this proposed AD.

Discussion

    Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation 
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-
2009-20, dated May 1, 2009 (referred to after this as ``the MCAI''), to 
correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI 
states:

    There have been four reports of loose or detached main landing 
gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate 
retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin 
disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main 
landing gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse.
    Investigation has determined that incorrect stack-up tolerances 
of the apex joint or improper installation of the locking plate and 
apex nut could result in torque link apex pin disengagement. This 
directive mandates [a one-time detailed] inspection of the torque 
link apex joint [for correct installation and damage, and corrective 
actions if necessary] and replacement of the torque link apex nut.

The corrective actions include re-installing parts that are not 
correctly installed and replacing damaged parts. You may obtain further 
information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket.

Relevant Service Information

    Bombardier has issued Service Bulletin 670BA-32-019, Revision A, 
dated September 18, 2008. The actions described in this service 
information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in 
the MCAI.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of this Proposed AD

    This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another 
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant 
to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have 
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service 
information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we 
evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition 
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same 
type design.

Differences between this AD and the MCAI or Service Information

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

Costs of Compliance

    Based on the service information, we estimate that this proposed AD 
would affect about 361 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that 
it would take about 4 work-hours per product to comply with the basic 
requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $80 per 
work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the proposed 
AD on U.S. operators to be $115,520, or $320 per product.

Authority for this Rulemaking

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

Regulatory Findings

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

List of Subjects in 14 CFR PART 39

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

The Proposed Amendment

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

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

    1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

    Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

Bombardier, Inc. (Formerly Canadair): Docket No. FAA-2009-0703; 
Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-093-AD.

Comments Due Date

    (a) We must receive comments by September 4, 2009.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to the Bombardier airplanes identified in 
paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any 
category.
    (1) Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) 
airplanes, serial numbers (S/Ns) 10003 and subsequent.
    (2) Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes and 
Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, S/Ns 15001 
and subsequent.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32: Landing 
gear.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 
states:
    There have been four reports of loose or detached main landing 
gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate 
retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin 
disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main 
landing gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse.
    Investigation has determined that incorrect stack-up tolerances 
of the apex joint or improper installation of the locking plate and 
apex nut could result in torque link apex pin disengagement. This 
directive mandates [a

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one-time detailed] inspection of the torque link apex joint [for 
correct installation and damage, and corrective actions if 
necessary] and replacement of the torque link apex nut.

The corrective actions include re-installing parts that are not 
correctly installed and replacing damaged parts.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
    (1) For Model CL-600-2C10 airplanes, S/Ns 10003 through 10223 
inclusive; and Model CL-600-2D15 and Model CL-600-2D24 airplanes, S/
Ns 15001 through 15035 inclusive, 15038, 15039, and 15042: Within 
900 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, perform a one-
time detailed inspection and all applicable corrective actions on 
the torque link apex joint, in accordance with Part A of the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-32-
019, Revision A, dated September 18, 2008, except as provided by 
paragraph (f)(5) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions 
before further flight.
    (2) For Model CL-600-2C10 airplanes, S/Ns 10003 through 10239 
inclusive; and Model CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 airplanes, S/Ns 
15001 through 15057 inclusive: Within 4,500 flight hours after the 
effective date of this AD, replace or rework the apex nut, in 
accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-32-019, Revision A, dated 
September 18, 2008.
    (3) As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install, 
on any airplane, a replacement MLG shock strut assembly identified 
in paragraph (f)(3)(i) or (f)(3)(ii) of this AD, unless it has been 
reworked in accordance with Part B of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-32-019, Revision 
A, dated September 18, 2008.
    (i) Part number (P/N) 49000-11 through 49000-22 inclusive, and 
with a serial number in the range of S/N 0001 through 0284 inclusive 
(the serial number can start with ``MA,'' ``MAL,'' or ``MA-'').
    (ii) P/N 49050-5 through 49050-10 inclusive, and with a serial 
number in the range of S/N 1001 through 1114 inclusive (the serial 
number can start with ``MA,'' ``MAL,'' or ``MA-'').
    (4) Inspections, corrective actions, replacements, and rework 
accomplished before the effective date of this AD in accordance with 
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-32-019, dated March 16, 2006, are 
considered acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions 
specified in this AD.
    (5) The inspections specified in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD are 
not required if the actions specified in paragraph (f)(2) of this AD 
have already been accomplished; or if Bombardier Repair Engineering 
Order 670-32-11-0022, dated October 22, 2005; or Goodrich Service 
Concession Request SCR 0056-05, dated October 22, 2005; has been 
incorporated.

FAA AD Differences

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

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 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: Pong Lee, Aerospace 
Engineer, Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New 
York Aircraft Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, 
Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228-7324; fax (516) 794-
5531. 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.
    (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.
    (h) 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

    (i) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2009-20, 
dated May 1, 2009; and Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-32-019, 
Revision A, dated September 18, 2008; for related information.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 28, 2009.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. E9-18731 Filed 8-4-09; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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