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determined that the rule is not a ‘‘major
rule’’ as defined by 5 U.S.C. 804(2).
IV. Approval of the Office of the
Secretary
The Secretary of Energy has approved
publication of this final rule.
List of Subjects in 10 CFR Part 440
Administrative practice and
procedure, Aged, Energy conservation,
Grant programs—energy, Grant
programs—housing and community
development, Housing standards—
Indians, Individuals with disabilities,
Reporting and recordkeeping
requirements, Weatherization.
Issued in Washington, DC, on May 28,
2010.
Cathy Zoi,
Assistant Secretary, Energy Efficiency and
Renewable Energy.
PART 440—WEATHERIZATION
ASSISTANCE FOR LOW-INCOME
PERSONS
Accordingly, the interim final rule
amending 10 CFR part 440 which was
published at 75 FR 11419 on March 11,
2010, is adopted as a final rule without
change.
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14 CFR Part 39
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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
Inc. 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
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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AGENCY:
SUMMARY: We are superseding an
existing 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:
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The unsafe condition is failure of the
ADG, which could lead to loss of several
functions essential for safe flight. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to
correct the unsafe condition on these
products.
This AD becomes effective July
12, 2010.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain other publication listed in
this AD as of April 30, 2009 (74 FR
13094, March 26, 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:
Fabio Buttitta, 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–
7303; fax (516) 794–5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
DATES:
Discussion
[Docket No. FAA–2009–1033; Directorate
Identifier 2009–NM–104–AD; Amendment
39–16326; AD 2010–12–05]
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Following in-flight test deployments on
CL–600–2B19 aircraft, several Air-Driven
generators (ADGs) failed to come online.
Investigation revealed that, as a result of a
wiring anomaly that had not been detected
during ADG manufacture, a short circuit was
possible between certain internal wires and
their metallic over-braided shields, which
could result in the ADG not providing power
when deployed. * * *
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 5, 2009 (74 FR
57268), and proposed to supersede AD
2009–06–18, Amendment 39–15855 (74
FR 13094, March 26, 2009). You may
obtain further information by examining
the MCAI in the AD docket.
Since we issued AD 2009–06–18, we
have received notice that additional
suspect air-driven generators may have
been installed between the effective date
of Canadian Airworthiness Directive
CF–2008–10, dated February 5, 2008,
and the effective date of the equivalent
FAA AD, AD 2009–06–18. Therefore,
we have determined that the actions
required by paragraph (f)(1) of AD 2009–
06–18 are also required for Model CL–
600–2C10 airplanes having serial
numbers 10266 through 10273
inclusive, and Model CL–600–2D15 and
CL–600–2D24 airplanes having serial
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numbers 15163 through 15223
inclusive.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
considered the comments received.
Support for the NPRM
The Air Line Pilots Association,
International (ALPA) supports the intent
of the NPRM.
Request To Allow Previously Approved
AMOCs
American Eagle Airlines (American
Eagle) requests that we allow alternative
methods of compliance (AMOCs)
previously approved for AD 2009–06–
18. American Eagle states that including
a statement allowing previously
approved AMOCs will prevent the need
for duplicate requests for the same
issue.
We agree with the commenter’s
request. We have determined that
AMOCs previously approved for AD
2009–06–18 are acceptable for
compliance with the corresponding
requirements of this AD. We have added
a statement to paragraph (h)(1) of this
AD to allow AMOCs approved
previously in accordance with AD
2009–06–18.
Explanation of Change Made to This
AD
We have revised this AD to identify
the legal name of the manufacturer as
published in the most recent type
certificate data sheet for the affected
airplane models.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data,
including the comments received, and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD
with the changes described previously.
We determined that these changes do
not increase the economic burden on
any operator or increase the scope of the
AD.
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
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MCAI in order to follow our FAA
policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Explanation of Change to Costs of
Compliance
Since issuance of the original NPRM,
we have increased the labor rate used in
the Costs of Compliance from $80 per
work-hour to $85 per work-hour. The
Costs of Compliance information,
below, reflects this increase in the
specified hourly labor rate.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect
about 304 products of U.S. registry. The
actions that are required by AD 2009–
06–18 and retained in this AD take
about 5 work-hours per product, at an
average labor rate of $85 per work hour.
Required parts cost about $0 per
product. Based on these figures, we
estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S.
operators to be $129,200, or $425 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://
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
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
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PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
2010–12–05 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment
39–16326. Docket No. FAA–2009–1033;
Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–104–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective July 12, 2010.
Affected ADs
(b) This AD supersedes AD 2009–06–18,
Amendment 39–15855.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc.
Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700,
701, & 702) airplanes, having serial numbers
(S/Ns) 10004 and subsequent; and Model CL–
600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes
and Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series
900) airplanes, having S/N 15002 and
subsequent; certificated in any category.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 24: Electrical power.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
Following in-flight test deployments on
CL–600–2B19 aircraft, several Air-Driven
generators (ADGs) failed to come online.
Investigation revealed that, as a result of a
wiring anomaly that had not been detected
during ADG manufacture, a short circuit was
possible between certain internal wires and
their metallic over-braided shields, which
could result in the ADG not providing power
when deployed. This directive mandates
checking of the ADG and modification of the
ADG internal wiring, if required. It also
prohibits future installation of unmodified
ADGs.
The unsafe condition is failure of the ADG,
which could lead to loss of several functions
essential for safe flight.
Restatement of Requirements of AD 2009–
06–18, With No Changes
Actions and Compliance
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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§ 39.13
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removing Amendment 39–15855 (74 FR
13094, March 26, 2009) and adding the
following new AD:
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(f) Unless already done, do the following
actions.
(1) For airplanes identified in Table 1 of
this AD: Within 12 months after April 30,
2009 (the effective date of AD 2009–06–18),
inspect the serial number of the installed
ADG. A review of airplane maintenance
records is acceptable in lieu of this
inspection if the serial number of the ADG
can be conclusively determined from that
review.
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TABLE 1—BOMBARDIER AIRPLANE IDENTIFICATION
Model
Serial No.
CL–600–2C10 airplanes .....................................................................................................................................................
CL–600–2D15 and CL–600–2D24 airplanes ......................................................................................................................
(i) If the serial number is not listed in
paragraph 1.A of Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated December
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10004 through 10265.
15002 through 15162.
(ii) If the serial number is listed in
paragraph 1.A of Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated December
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18, 2006 (‘‘the service bulletin’’), within 12
months after April 30, 2009, inspect the ADG
identification plate and, as applicable, do the
actions of paragraph (f)(1)(ii)(A) or (f)(1)(ii)(B)
of this AD.
(A) If the identification plate is marked
with the symbol ‘‘24–2,’’ no further action is
required by this AD.
(B) If the identification plate is not marked
with the symbol ‘‘24–2,’’ modify the ADG
wiring in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service
bulletin.
(2) For all Model CL–600–2C10 airplanes
having S/N 10004 and subsequent, and
Model CL–600–2D15 and CL–600–2D24
airplanes having S/N 15002 and subsequent:
As of April 30, 2009, no ADG part number
604–90800–19 (761339E), having S/N 0101
through 0132, 0134 through 0167, 0169
through 0358, 0360 through 0438, 0440
through 0456, 0458 through 0467, 0469, 0471
through 0590, 0592 through 0597, 0599
through 0745, 0747 through 1005, or 1400
through 1439, may be installed on any
airplane, unless the identification plate of the
ADG is identified with the symbol ‘‘24–2.’’
Note 1: Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated December
18, 2006, refers to Hamilton Sundstrand
Service Bulletin ERPS10AG–24–2, dated
February 19, 2004, for further guidance on
identifying the symbol ‘‘24–2.’’
(3) Actions done before April 30, 2009,
according to Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, dated May 17, 2004, are
considered acceptable for compliance with
the corresponding actions specified in
paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, provided the ADG
has not been replaced since those actions
were done.
New Requirements of This AD
Actions and Compliance
(g) Unless already done, do the following
actions.
(1) For airplanes identified in Table 2 of
this AD: Within 12 months after the effective
date of this AD, inspect the serial number of
the installed ADG. A review of airplane
maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of
this inspection if the serial number of the
ADG can be conclusively determined from
that review.
TABLE 2—ADDITIONAL BOMBARDIER AIRPLANE IDENTIFICATION
Model
Serial No.
CL–600–2C10 airplanes ........................................................................................................................................
CL–600–2D15 and CL–600–2D24 airplanes ........................................................................................................
(i) If the serial number is not listed in
paragraph 1.A of Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated December
18, 2006, no further action is required by this
AD.
(ii) If the serial number is listed in
paragraph 1.A of Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated December
18, 2006 (‘‘the service bulletin’’), within 12
months after the effective date of this AD,
inspect the ADG identification plate and, as
applicable, do the actions of paragraph
(g)(1)(ii)(A) or (g)(1)(ii)(B) of this AD.
(A) If the identification plate is marked
with the symbol ‘‘24–2’’, no further action is
required by this AD.
(B) If the identification plate is not marked
with the symbol ‘‘24–2’’, modify the ADG
wiring in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service
bulletin.
(2) Actions done before the effective date
of this AD according to Bombardier Service
Bulletin 670BA–24–015, dated May 17, 2004,
are considered acceptable for compliance
with the corresponding actions specified in
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, provided the
ADG has not been replaced since those
actions were done.
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FAA AD Differences
Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI
and/or service information as follows: The
MCAI specifies to inspect Model CL–600–
2C10 airplanes having S/Ns 10004 through
10265 inclusive and Model CL–600–2D15
and CL–600–2D24 airplanes having S/Ns
15002 through 15162 inclusive. This AD also
specifies to inspect Model CL–600–2C10
airplanes having S/Ns 10266 through 10273,
and Model CL–600–2D15 and CL–600–2D24
airplanes having S/Ns 15163 through 15223
inclusive.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(h) The following provisions also apply to
this AD:
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(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, ANE–170, 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:
Program Manager, Continuing Operational
Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York,
11590; telephone 516–228–7300; 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. AMOCs
approved previously in accordance with AD
2009–06–18, Amendment 39–15855, are
approved as AMOCs for the corresponding
provisions of 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
(44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) has
approved the information collection
requirements and has assigned OMB Control
Number 2120–0056.
Related Information
(i) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness
Directive CF–2008–10, dated February 5,
2008; and Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated
December 18, 2006; for related information.
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10266 through 10273 inclusive.
15163 through 15223 inclusive.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use Bombardier Service
Bulletin 670BA–24–015, Revision A, dated
December 18, 2006, to do the actions
required by this AD, unless the AD specifies
otherwise.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
previously approved the incorporation by
reference of Bombardier Service Bulletin
607BA–24–015, Revision A, dated
December 18, 2006, on April 30, 2009 (74 FR
13094, March 26, 2009).
(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.
(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.
(4) You may also review copies of the
service information that is incorporated by
reference 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 Renton, Washington, on May 25,
2010.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2009-1033; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-104-AD;
Amendment 39-16326; AD 2010-12-05]
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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. 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), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing 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:
Following in-flight test deployments on CL-600-2B19 aircraft,
several Air-Driven generators (ADGs) failed to come online.
Investigation revealed that, as a result of a wiring anomaly that
had not been detected during ADG manufacture, a short circuit was
possible between certain internal wires and their metallic over-
braided shields, which could result in the ADG not providing power
when deployed. * * *
The unsafe condition is failure of the ADG, which could lead to loss of
several functions essential for safe flight. We are issuing this AD to
require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective July 12, 2010.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of April
30, 2009 (74 FR 13094, March 26, 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: Fabio Buttitta, 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) 228-7303; 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 November 5, 2009 (74
FR 57268), and proposed to supersede AD 2009-06-18, Amendment 39-15855
(74 FR 13094, March 26, 2009). You may obtain further information by
examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Since we issued AD 2009-06-18, we have received notice that
additional suspect air-driven generators may have been installed
between the effective date of Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2008-
10, dated February 5, 2008, and the effective date of the equivalent
FAA AD, AD 2009-06-18. Therefore, we have determined that the actions
required by paragraph (f)(1) of AD 2009-06-18 are also required for
Model CL-600-2C10 airplanes having serial numbers 10266 through 10273
inclusive, and Model CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 airplanes having
serial numbers 15163 through 15223 inclusive.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We considered the comments received.
Support for the NPRM
The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) supports the
intent of the NPRM.
Request To Allow Previously Approved AMOCs
American Eagle Airlines (American Eagle) requests that we allow
alternative methods of compliance (AMOCs) previously approved for AD
2009-06-18. American Eagle states that including a statement allowing
previously approved AMOCs will prevent the need for duplicate requests
for the same issue.
We agree with the commenter's request. We have determined that
AMOCs previously approved for AD 2009-06-18 are acceptable for
compliance with the corresponding requirements of this AD. We have
added a statement to paragraph (h)(1) of this AD to allow AMOCs
approved previously in accordance with AD 2009-06-18.
Explanation of Change Made to This AD
We have revised this AD to identify the legal name of the
manufacturer as published in the most recent type certificate data
sheet for the affected airplane models.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data, including the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
the AD with the changes described previously. We determined that these
changes do not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase
the scope of the AD.
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
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MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences are
highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Explanation of Change to Costs of Compliance
Since issuance of the original NPRM, we have increased the labor
rate used in the Costs of Compliance from $80 per work-hour to $85 per
work-hour. The Costs of Compliance information, below, reflects this
increase in the specified hourly labor rate.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect about 304 products of U.S.
registry. The actions that are required by AD 2009-06-18 and retained
in this AD take about 5 work-hours per product, at an average labor
rate of $85 per work hour. Required parts cost about $0 per product.
Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S.
operators to be $129,200, or $425 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://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
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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 removing Amendment 39-15855 (74 FR
13094, March 26, 2009) and adding the following new AD:
2010-12-05 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-16326. Docket No. FAA-
2009-1033; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-104-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective July 12,
2010.
Affected ADs
(b) This AD supersedes AD 2009-06-18, Amendment 39-15855.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10
(Regional Jet Series 700, 701, & 702) airplanes, having serial
numbers (S/Ns) 10004 and subsequent; and Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional
Jet Series 705) airplanes and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series
900) airplanes, having S/N 15002 and subsequent; certificated in any
category.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 24:
Electrical power.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
Following in-flight test deployments on CL-600-2B19 aircraft,
several Air-Driven generators (ADGs) failed to come online.
Investigation revealed that, as a result of a wiring anomaly that
had not been detected during ADG manufacture, a short circuit was
possible between certain internal wires and their metallic over-
braided shields, which could result in the ADG not providing power
when deployed. This directive mandates checking of the ADG and
modification of the ADG internal wiring, if required. It also
prohibits future installation of unmodified ADGs.
The unsafe condition is failure of the ADG, which could lead to loss
of several functions essential for safe flight.
Restatement of Requirements of AD 2009-06-18, With No Changes
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
(1) For airplanes identified in Table 1 of this AD: Within 12
months after April 30, 2009 (the effective date of AD 2009-06-18),
inspect the serial number of the installed ADG. A review of airplane
maintenance records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if the
serial number of the ADG can be conclusively determined from that
review.
Table 1--Bombardier Airplane Identification
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Model Serial No.
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CL-600-2C10 airplanes................... 10004 through 10265.
CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 airplanes... 15002 through 15162.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
(i) If the serial number is not listed in paragraph 1.A of
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, Revision A, dated December
18, 2006, no further action is required by this AD.
(ii) If the serial number is listed in paragraph 1.A of
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, Revision A, dated December
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18, 2006 (``the service bulletin''), within 12 months after April
30, 2009, inspect the ADG identification plate and, as applicable,
do the actions of paragraph (f)(1)(ii)(A) or (f)(1)(ii)(B) of this
AD.
(A) If the identification plate is marked with the symbol ``24-
2,'' no further action is required by this AD.
(B) If the identification plate is not marked with the symbol
``24-2,'' modify the ADG wiring in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service bulletin.
(2) For all Model CL-600-2C10 airplanes having S/N 10004 and
subsequent, and Model CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 airplanes having
S/N 15002 and subsequent: As of April 30, 2009, no ADG part number
604-90800-19 (761339E), having S/N 0101 through 0132, 0134 through
0167, 0169 through 0358, 0360 through 0438, 0440 through 0456, 0458
through 0467, 0469, 0471 through 0590, 0592 through 0597, 0599
through 0745, 0747 through 1005, or 1400 through 1439, may be
installed on any airplane, unless the identification plate of the
ADG is identified with the symbol ``24-2.''
Note 1: Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, Revision A,
dated December 18, 2006, refers to Hamilton Sundstrand Service
Bulletin ERPS10AG-24-2, dated February 19, 2004, for further
guidance on identifying the symbol ``24-2.''
(3) Actions done before April 30, 2009, according to Bombardier
Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, dated May 17, 2004, are considered
acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions specified
in paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, provided the ADG has not been
replaced since those actions were done.
New Requirements of This AD
Actions and Compliance
(g) Unless already done, do the following actions.
(1) For airplanes identified in Table 2 of this AD: Within 12
months after the effective date of this AD, inspect the serial
number of the installed ADG. A review of airplane maintenance
records is acceptable in lieu of this inspection if the serial
number of the ADG can be conclusively determined from that review.
Table 2--Additional Bombardier Airplane Identification
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Model Serial No.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
CL-600-2C10 airplanes........ 10266 through 10273 inclusive.
CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 15163 through 15223 inclusive.
airplanes.
------------------------------------------------------------------------
(i) If the serial number is not listed in paragraph 1.A of
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, Revision A, dated December
18, 2006, no further action is required by this AD.
(ii) If the serial number is listed in paragraph 1.A of
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, Revision A, dated December
18, 2006 (``the service bulletin''), within 12 months after the
effective date of this AD, inspect the ADG identification plate and,
as applicable, do the actions of paragraph (g)(1)(ii)(A) or
(g)(1)(ii)(B) of this AD.
(A) If the identification plate is marked with the symbol ``24-
2'', no further action is required by this AD.
(B) If the identification plate is not marked with the symbol
``24-2'', modify the ADG wiring in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the service bulletin.
(2) Actions done before the effective date of this AD according
to Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015, dated May 17, 2004, are
considered acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions
specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, provided the ADG has not
been replaced since those actions were done.
FAA AD Differences
Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows: The MCAI specifies to inspect Model CL-600-2C10
airplanes having S/Ns 10004 through 10265 inclusive and Model CL-
600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 airplanes having S/Ns 15002 through 15162
inclusive. This AD also specifies to inspect Model CL-600-2C10
airplanes having S/Ns 10266 through 10273, and Model CL-600-2D15 and
CL-600-2D24 airplanes having S/Ns 15163 through 15223 inclusive.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(h) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York Aircraft Certification Office, ANE-170, 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: Program Manager,
Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York, 11590; telephone 516-228-
7300; 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. AMOCs approved previously in
accordance with AD 2009-06-18, Amendment 39-15855, are approved as
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of 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 (44
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has
approved the information collection requirements and has assigned
OMB Control Number 2120-0056.
Related Information
(i) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2008-10,
dated February 5, 2008; and Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-
015, Revision A, dated December 18, 2006; for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-24-015,
Revision A, dated December 18, 2006, to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register previously approved the
incorporation by reference of Bombardier Service Bulletin 607BA-24-
015, Revision A, dated December 18, 2006, on April 30, 2009 (74 FR
13094, March 26, 2009).
(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.
(4) You may also review copies of the service information that
is incorporated by reference 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 Renton, Washington, on May 25, 2010.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2010-13427 Filed 6-4-10; 8:45 am]
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