Airworthiness Directives; Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH Models EA-300/200 and EA-300/L Airplanes, 7949-7951 [2010-3120]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 35 / Tuesday, February 23, 2010 / Rules and Regulations An in-flight engine shutdown incident was reported on an aircraft equipped with a TAE 125–01 engine. This was found to be mainly the result of a blockage of the scavenge oil gear pump due to a broken axial bearing of the turbocharger. The broken parts were sucked into the oil pump and caused seizure. With the pump inoperative, the separator overfilled, causing the engine oil to escape via the breather vent line. This caused a loss of oil that resulted in the engine overheating and subsequent shutdown. We are issuing this AD to prevent engine in-flight shutdown, possibly resulting in reduced control of the aircraft. Actions and Compliance (e) Unless already done, do the following actions within the next 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD: (1) Modify the engine oil system by installing a filter adaptor to the catch tank. (2) Use the installation instructions in Thielert Service Bulletin No. TM TAE 125– 0016, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2007, to install the filter adaptor. FAA AD Differences (f) This AD differs from the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) as follows: (1) The MCAI compliance time states ‘‘within the next 50 flight hours after the effective date of this directive, but not later than 31 October 2007, whichever occurs first’’. (2) This AD compliance time states ‘‘within the next 50 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.’’ mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with RULES Related Information (g) Refer to European Aviation Safety Agency AD 2007–0232, dated August 23, 2007, for related information. (h) Contact Tara Chaidez, Aerospace Engineer, Engine Certification Office, FAA, Engine and Propeller Directorate, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803; e-mail: tara.chaidez@faa.gov; telephone (781) 238–7773; fax (781) 238– 7199, for more information about this AD. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Thielert Service Bulletin No. TM TAE 125–0016, Revision 1, dated June 15, 2007, 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 Thielert Aircraft Engines GmbH, Platanenstrasse 14 D–09350, Lichtenstein, Germany, telephone: +49– 37204–696–0; fax: +49–37204–696–55; e-mail: info@centurion-engines.com. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, New England Region, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA; or at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:17 Feb 22, 2010 Jkt 220001 Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on February 8, 2010. Peter A. White, Assistant Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010–3117 Filed 2–22–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2009–1025 Directorate Identifier 2009–CE–055–AD; Amendment 39–16204; AD 2010–04–11] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und VertriebsGmbH Models EA–300/200 and EA– 300/L Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: The manufacturer has advised that the combination of a redesigned tail spring support with a stiffer tail spring and rough field operations has led to cracks in the tail spring support mounting base. Cracks have also been reported on aeroplanes already compliant with Part II of Extra Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97 issue A, as mandated by the LBA AD D–1998–001, dated 15 January 1998. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective March 30, 2010. On March 30, 2010, the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD. ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov or in person at Document Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg Davison, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 7949 Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4130; fax: (816) 329–4090. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products. That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on November 3, 2009 (74 FR 56748). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: The manufacturer has advised that the combination of a redesigned tail spring support with a stiffer tail spring and rough field operations has led to cracks in the tail spring support mounting base. Cracks have also been reported on aeroplanes already compliant with Part II of Extra Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97 issue A, as mandated by the LBA AD D–1998–001, dated 15 January 1998. For the reasons stated above, this new AD mandates instructions for recurring inspections and modification in the area of the tail spring support in order to prevent separation of the tail landing gear which could result in serious damage to the airplane during landing. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed. Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information provided in the MCAI and related service information. We might also have required different actions in this AD from those in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are highlighted in a Note within the AD. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD will affect 184 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 2 work- E:\FR\FM\23FER1.SGM 23FER1 7950 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 35 / Tuesday, February 23, 2010 / Rules and Regulations hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $31,280 or $170 per product. In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions would take about 20 work-hours and require parts costing $460, for a cost of $2,160 per product. We have no way of determining the number of products that may need these actions. mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with RULES Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA’s authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more detail the scope of the Agency’s authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General requirements.’’ Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866; (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD Docket. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov; or in person at the VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:17 Feb 22, 2010 Jkt 220001 Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone (800) 647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: ■ PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new AD: ■ 2010–04–11 Extra Flugzeugproduktionsund Vertriebs- GmbH: Amendment 39– 16204; Docket No. FAA–2009–1025; Directorate Identifier 2009–CE–055–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective March 30, 2010. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to the following model and serial number airplanes, certificated in any category: (1) Model EA–300/200 airplanes, serial numbers (S/N) 01 through 31, and 1032 through 1043; and (2) Model EA–300/L airplanes, S/N 01 through 170, 172, 173, 1171, and 1174 through 1299. Subject (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 53: Fuselage. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: The manufacturer has advised that the combination of a redesigned tail spring support with a stiffer tail spring and rough field operations has led to cracks in the tail spring support mounting base. Cracks have also been reported on aeroplanes already compliant with Part II of Extra Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97 issue A, as mandated by the LBA AD D–1998–001, dated 15 January 1998. PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 For the reasons stated above, this new AD mandates instructions for recurring inspections and modification in the area of the tail spring support in order to prevent separation of the tail landing gear which could result in serious damage to the airplane during landing. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, do the following actions: (1) Before further flight after March 30, 2010 (the effective date of this AD) and repetitively thereafter at intervals not to exceed 50 hours time-in-service, inspect the tail spring support for cracks in accordance with PART I of Extra Flugzeugproduktionsund Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009. (2) If any crack is found as a result of the inspections required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, modify the tail spring support structure as instructed in PART II of Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009. Modification of the tail spring support structure terminates the repetitive inspections required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD. (3) You may at any time modify the tail spring support structure as instructed in PART II of Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009, to terminate the repetitive inspections required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, Standards Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Greg Davison, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4130; fax: (816) 329– 4090. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has E:\FR\FM\23FER1.SGM 23FER1 Federal Register / Vol. 75, No. 35 / Tuesday, February 23, 2010 / Rules and Regulations approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120–0056. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency AD No.: 2009–0160, July 21, 2009 (corrected on July 28, 2009); and Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009, for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB–300–2–97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009, 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 Extra Flugzeugproduktionsund Vertriebs- GmbH, Engineering Department/Office of Airworthiness/Quality Assurance, Schwarze Heide 21, 46569 ¨ Hunxe, Germany; Fax: +49 (0) 2858–9137–30; E-Mail: extraaircraft@extraaircraft.com. (3) You may review copies of the service information incorporated by reference for this AD at the FAA, Central Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the Central Region, call (816) 329–3768. (4) You may also review copies of the service information incorporated by reference for this AD at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741–6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 10, 2010. Steven W. Thompson, Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010–3120 Filed 2–22–10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P POSTAL REGULATORY COMMISSION 39 CFR Part 3020 [Docket Nos. MC2010–16 and CP2010–16; Order No. 379] New Postal Product Postal Regulatory Commission. Final rule. AGENCY: mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with RULES ACTION: The Commission is adding Express Mail Contract 8 to the Competitive Product List. This action is consistent with a postal reform law. Republication of the Product Lists is also consistent with a statutory provision. SUMMARY: VerDate Nov<24>2008 16:17 Feb 22, 2010 Jkt 220001 DATES: Effective February 23, 2010 and is applicable beginning January 4, 2010. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen L. Sharfman, General Counsel, 202–789–6824 or stephen.sharfman@prc.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Regulatory History, 74 FR 66242 (December 15, 2009). Table of Contents I. Introduction II. Background III. Comments IV. Commission Analysis V. Ordering Paragraphs I. Introduction The Postal Service seeks to add a new product identified as Express Mail Contract 8 to the Competitive Product List. For the reasons discussed below, the Commission approves the Request. II. Background Pursuant to 39 U.S.C. 3642 and 39 CFR 3020.30 et seq., the Postal Service filed a formal request and associated supporting information to add Express Mail Contract 8 to the Competitive Product List.1 The Postal Service asserts that Express Mail Contract 8 is a competitive product ‘‘not of general applicability’’ within the meaning of 39 U.S.C. 3632(b)(3). The Postal Service states that prices and classification underlying this contract are supported by Governors’ Decision No. 09–14 in Docket Nos. MC2010–5 and CP2010–5. Id. at 1. The Request has been assigned Docket No. MC2010–16. The Postal Service contemporaneously filed a contract related to the proposed new product pursuant to 39 U.S.C. 3632(b)(3) and 39 CFR 3015.5. The contract has been assigned Docket No. CP2010–16. In support of its Request, the Postal Service filed the following materials: (1) A redacted version of the Governors’ Decision, originally filed in Docket Nos. MC2010–5 and CP2010–5, authorizing certain Express Mail contracts, and Certification of Governors’ Vote;2 (2) a redacted version of the contract, and Certification of Governors’ Vote;3 (3) a requested change in the Competitive Product List;4 (4) a Statement of Supporting Justification as required by 39 CFR 3020.32;5 (5) a certification of 1 Request of the United States Postal Service to Add Express Mail Contract 8 to Competitive Product List and Notice of Filing (Under Seal) of Supporting Data, December 11, 2009 (Request). 2 Attachment A to the Request, reflecting Governors’ Decision No. 09–14, October 26, 2009. 3 Attachment B to the Request. 4 Attachment C to the Request. 5 Attachment D to the Request. PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 7951 compliance with 39 U.S.C. 3633(a);6 and (6) an application for non-public treatment of the materials filed under seal.7 In the Statement of Supporting Justification, Susan M. Plonkey, Vice President, Sales, asserts that the service to be provided under the contract will cover its attributable costs, make a positive contribution to institutional costs, and increase contribution toward the requisite 5.5 percent of the Postal Service’s total institutional costs. Id., Attachment D. Thus, Ms. Plonkey contends there will be no issue of subsidization of competitive products by market dominant products as a result of this contract. Id. Express Mail Contract 8 is included with the Request. The contract was entered into on May 28, 2009, and will become effective as a Negotiated Service Agreement January 4, 2010. The contract provides that the Postal Service may not increase rates until after May 27, 2010. The Postal Service represents that the contract is consistent with 39 U.S.C. 3633(a). See id., Attachment D. In its Request, the Postal Service maintains that the supporting financial information, including the analyses that provide prices, terms, conditions, cost data, and financial projections should remain under seal. Id., Attachment D. In Order No. 359, the Commission gave notice of the two dockets, requested supplemental information, appointed a public representative, and provided the public with an opportunity to comment.8 On December 18, 2009, the Postal Service provided its response to the Commission’s request for supplemental information.9 On December 23, 2009, Chairman’s Information Request No. 1 was issued for response by the Postal Service by December 28, 2009.10 The Postal Service filed its response on December 28, 2009.11 III. Comments Comments were filed by the Public Representatives.12 No comments were submitted by other interested parties. 6 Attachment E to the Request. F to the Request. 8 Notice and Order Concerning Express Mail Contract 8 Negotiated Service Agreement, December 15, 2009 (Order No. 359). 9 Supplemental Information Provided by the United States Postal Service in Response to Order No. 359, December 18, 2009. 10 Chairman’s Information Request No. 1, December 23, 2009 (CHIR No. 1). 11 Responses of the United States Postal Service to Chairman’s Information Request No. 1, December 28, 2009. 12 Comments of Public Representatives in Response to PRC Order No. 359, December 23, 2009. 7 Attachment E:\FR\FM\23FER1.SGM 23FER1

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2009-1025 Directorate Identifier 2009-CE-055-AD; 
Amendment 39-16204; AD 2010-04-11]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und 
Vertriebs- GmbH Models EA-300/200 and EA-300/L Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the 
products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing 
airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of 
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an 
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

    The manufacturer has advised that the combination of a 
redesigned tail spring support with a stiffer tail spring and rough 
field operations has led to cracks in the tail spring support 
mounting base. Cracks have also been reported on aeroplanes already 
compliant with Part II of Extra Service Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97 
issue A, as mandated by the LBA AD D-1998-001, dated 15 January 
1998.

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

DATES: This AD becomes effective March 30, 2010.
    On March 30, 2010, the Director of the Federal Register approved 
the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this 
AD.

ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov or in person at Document Management Facility, U.S. 
Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building 
Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 
20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Greg Davison, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, 
Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106; telephone: (816) 329-4130; fax: (816) 329-4090.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products. 
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on November 3, 2009 (74 
FR 56748). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    The manufacturer has advised that the combination of a 
redesigned tail spring support with a stiffer tail spring and rough 
field operations has led to cracks in the tail spring support 
mounting base. Cracks have also been reported on aeroplanes already 
compliant with Part II of Extra Service Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97 
issue A, as mandated by the LBA AD D-1998-001, dated 15 January 
1998.
    For the reasons stated above, this new AD mandates instructions 
for recurring inspections and modification in the area of the tail 
spring support in order to prevent separation of the tail landing 
gear which could result in serious damage to the airplane during 
landing.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of 
the cost to the public.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and 
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.

Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information

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

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD will affect 184 products of U.S. registry. 
We also estimate that it will take about 2 work-

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hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The 
average labor rate is $85 per work-hour.
    Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. 
operators to be $31,280 or $170 per product.
    In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on actions would 
take about 20 work-hours and require parts costing $460, for a cost of 
$2,160 per product. We have no way of determining the number of 
products that may need these actions.

Authority for This Rulemaking

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

Regulatory Findings

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

Examining the AD Docket

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

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

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

Adoption of the Amendment

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

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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

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


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

2010-04-11 Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH: Amendment 
39-16204; Docket No. FAA-2009-1025; Directorate Identifier 2009-CE-
055-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective March 
30, 2010.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to the following model and serial number 
airplanes, certificated in any category:
    (1) Model EA-300/200 airplanes, serial numbers (S/N) 01 through 
31, and 1032 through 1043; and
    (2) Model EA-300/L airplanes, S/N 01 through 170, 172, 173, 
1171, and 1174 through 1299.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 53: 
Fuselage.

Reason

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

    The manufacturer has advised that the combination of a 
redesigned tail spring support with a stiffer tail spring and rough 
field operations has led to cracks in the tail spring support 
mounting base. Cracks have also been reported on aeroplanes already 
compliant with Part II of Extra Service Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97 
issue A, as mandated by the LBA AD D-1998-001, dated 15 January 
1998.
    For the reasons stated above, this new AD mandates instructions 
for recurring inspections and modification in the area of the tail 
spring support in order to prevent separation of the tail landing 
gear which could result in serious damage to the airplane during 
landing.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, do the following actions:
    (1) Before further flight after March 30, 2010 (the effective 
date of this AD) and repetitively thereafter at intervals not to 
exceed 50 hours time-in-service, inspect the tail spring support for 
cracks in accordance with PART I of Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und 
Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97, Issue: C, 
dated September 24, 2009.
    (2) If any crack is found as a result of the inspections 
required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, before further flight, 
modify the tail spring support structure as instructed in PART II of 
Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service 
Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009. 
Modification of the tail spring support structure terminates the 
repetitive inspections required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD.
    (3) You may at any time modify the tail spring support structure 
as instructed in PART II of Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und 
Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97, Issue: C, 
dated September 24, 2009, to terminate the repetitive inspections 
required in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD.

FAA AD Differences

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

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, 
Standards Office, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this 
AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send 
information to ATTN: Greg Davison, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small 
Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106; telephone: (816) 329-4130; fax: (816) 329-4090. Before using 
any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify 
your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight 
Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.
    (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain 
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these 
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered 
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority 
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product 
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
    (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in 
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44 
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has

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approved the information collection requirements and has assigned 
OMB Control Number 2120-0056.

Related Information

    (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency AD No.: 2009-
0160, July 21, 2009 (corrected on July 28, 2009); and Extra 
Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH EXTRA Service Bulletin No. 
SB-300-2-97, Issue: C, dated September 24, 2009, for related 
information.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use Extra Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH 
EXTRA Service Bulletin No. SB-300-2-97, Issue: C, dated September 
24, 2009, 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 Extra 
Flugzeugproduktions- und Vertriebs- GmbH, Engineering Department/
Office of Airworthiness/Quality Assurance, Schwarze Heide 21, 46569 
H[uuml]nxe, Germany; Fax: +49 (0) 2858-9137-30; E-Mail: 
extraaircraft@extraaircraft.com.
    (3) You may review copies of the service information 
incorporated by reference for this AD at the FAA, Central Region, 
Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106. For information on the availability of this material at the 
Central Region, call (816) 329-3768.
    (4) You may also review copies of the service information 
incorporated by reference for this AD at the National Archives and 
Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability 
of this material at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html.

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on February 10, 2010.
Steven W. Thompson,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2010-3120 Filed 2-22-10; 8:45 am]
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