Airworthiness Directives; PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model PIAGGIO P-180 Airplanes, 10224-10226 [2011-3923]

Download as PDF 10224 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 37 / Thursday, February 24, 2011 / Rules and Regulations Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (h)(1) 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. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to the attention of the person identified in the Related Information section of this AD. (2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your Principal Maintenance Inspector or Principal Avionics Inspector, as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. Federal Aviation Administration Related Information SUMMARY: (i) For more information about this AD, contact George Duckett, Aerospace Engineer, New York ACO, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone: (516) 228–7325; fax: (516) 794– 5531; e-mail: george.duckett@faa.gov. Material Incorporated by Reference jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with RULES (j) You must use Viking DHC–3 Otter Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 18, Viking DHC–3 Otter Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 19, and Viking DHC–3 Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision No. 20, all dated December 5, 2008, 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 information about the revisions to the maintenance program identified in this AD, contact Viking Air Ltd., 9574 Hampden Road, Sidney, BC Canada V8L 5V5; telephone: (800) 663–8444; Internet: https:// www.vikingair.com. (3) You may review copies of the referenced revisions at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816–329–4148. (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 an NARA facility, 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 15, 2011. Earl Lawrence, Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2011–3926 Filed 2–23–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:10 Feb 23, 2011 Jkt 223001 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2010–1099; Directorate Identifier 2010–CE–054–AD; Amendment 39–16610; AD 2011–05–01] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model PIAGGIO P–180 Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: 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: Compass mismatch (up to loss of heading information) were reported by operators, due to ferro-magnetic masses (like the telescopic Tow-Bar) stowed in the baggage compartment. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective March 31, 2011. On March 31, 2011, 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 service information identified in this AD, contact Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., Via Cibrario, 4–16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: +39 010 6481 353; fax: +39 010 6481 881; e-mail: airworthiness@piaggioaero.it; Internet: https://www.piaggioaero.com. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816–329–4148. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sarjapur Nagarajan, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329– 4145; 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, 2010 (75 FR 67639). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: Compass mismatch (up to loss of heading information) were reported by operators, due to ferro-magnetic masses (like the telescopic Tow-Bar) stowed in the baggage compartment. A limitation was added to the approved Airplane Flight Manual, stating that the towing bar P/N 01–1227–0000 or similar ferromagnetic masses are prohibited to be carried in the baggage compartment. We require the incorporation of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. and Piaggio Aero Industries (Piaggio) Temporary Change No. 7, into the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009, and Temporary Change No. 11 into the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180–MAN–0010–01100, issued: February 24, 2009, and installation of a placard. You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We have considered the comment received. Comment Issue: Study Relocation of Magnetic Flux Valves James Wright stated that investigation into the feasibility of relocating the magnetic flux valves to an area less susceptible to magnetic interference may be a better course of action. We infer that the commenter requests that we withdraw the AD action and relocate the magnetic flux valves to an area less susceptible to magnetic interference. We do not agree with the commenter. The current airplane flight manual limitation stipulates: The towing bar TRONAIR p/n 01–1227– 0000 or other ferromagnetic masses with comparable mass and length are prohibited to be carried in the baggage compartment. Additionally, Piaggio evaluated the possibility of relocating the flux valve and concluded it should remain in its current location. Piaggio confirmed that a new tow bar made of aluminum is available and can be used on Model PIAGGIO P–180 airplanes. E:\FR\FM\24FER1.SGM 24FER1 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 37 / Thursday, February 24, 2011 / Rules and Regulations We are not changing the final rule AD action based on this comment. Conclusion We reviewed the available data, including the comment received, 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 100 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 1 workhour per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $50 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $13,500 or $135 per product. jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with RULES 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. VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:17 Feb 23, 2011 Jkt 223001 Regulatory Findings Effective Date 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. (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective March 31, 2011. 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 Authority for This Rulemaking 10225 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: ■ 2011–05–01 PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A: Amendment 39–16610; Docket No. FAA–2010–1099; Directorate Identifier 2010–CE–054–AD. PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model PIAGGIO P–180 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers (MSN), certificated in any category. Subject (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 50: Cargo and Accessory Compartments. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: Compass mismatch (up to loss of heading information) were reported by operators, due to ferro-magnetic masses (like the telescopic Tow-Bar) stowed in the baggage compartment. A limitation was added to the approved Airplane Flight Manual, stating that the towing bar P/N 01–1227–0000 or similar ferromagnetic masses are prohibited to be carried in the baggage compartment. We require the incorporation of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. and Piaggio Aero Industries (Piaggio) Temporary Change No. 7, into the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009, and Temporary Change No. 11 into the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180–MAN– 0010–01100, issued: February 24, 2009, and installation of a placard. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done, within 5 flights after March 31, 2011 (the effective date of this AD), do the following actions: (1) For MSN 1004 through 1104: Incorporate Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI Temporary Change No. 7 to the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009, in the Limitations section following Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80–0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009. (2) For MSN 1105 and subsequent: Incorporate Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI II Temporary Change No. 11 to the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180– MAN–0010–01100, issued: February 24, 2009, in the Limitations section following Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80–0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009. (3) All MSN: Install the part number 80K347593–005 limitation placard in the front of the baggage compartment door following Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80–0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: Revisions and changes to the Limitations section of the AFM are mandatory in Europe as part of the E:\FR\FM\24FER1.SGM 24FER1 10226 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 37 / Thursday, February 24, 2011 / Rules and Regulations European regulatory process upon issuance by the type certificate holder. The FAA must mandate any such changes through rulemaking, specifically in this case an airworthiness directive. jlentini on DSKJ8SOYB1PROD with RULES 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 FAAapproved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, a federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES–200. Related Information (h) Refer to Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80–0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009; Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI Temporary Change No. 7 to the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009; and Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI II Temporary Change No. 11 to the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180–MAN–0010–01100, issued: February 24, 2009, for related information. For service information related to this AD, contact Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., Via Cibrario, 4–16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: +39 010 6481 353; fax: +39 010 6481 881; e-mail: airworthiness@piaggioaero.it; Internet: https:// VerDate Mar<15>2010 17:17 Feb 23, 2011 Jkt 223001 www.piaggioaero.com. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816–329–4148. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80–0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009; Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI Temporary Change No. 7 to the Pilot’s Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009; and Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI II Temporary Change No. 11 to the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180– MAN–0010–01100, issued: February 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 Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., Via Cibrario, 4–16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: +39 010 6481 353; fax: +39 010 6481 881; e-mail: airworthiness@piaggioaero.it; Internet: https://www.piaggioaero.com. (3) You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 816–329–4148. (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 14, 2011. Earl Lawrence, Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2011–3923 Filed 2–23–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2010–0698; Directorate Identifier 2009–NM–264–AD; Amendment 39–16613; AD 2011–05–04] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 the products listed above. That AD currently requires sealing the fasteners on the front and rear spars inside the left and right main fuel tanks and on the rear spar and lower panel of the center fuel tank. That AD also requires inspections of the wire bundle support installations to verify if certain clamps are installed and if Teflon sleeving covers the wire bundles inside the left and right equipment cooling system bays, on the left and right rear spars, and on the left and right front spars; and corrective actions if necessary. This new AD also requires sealing the additional fasteners on the rear spar inside the left and right main fuel tanks. This AD was prompted by a fuel system review conducted by the manufacturer. We have received reports from the manufacturer that additional fasteners in the main fuel tanks must be sealed for lightning strike protection. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct improper wire bundle support installation and sleeving and to prevent improperly sealed fasteners in the main and center fuel tanks from becoming an ignition source, in the event of a fault current or lightning strike, which could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective March 31, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of March 31, 2011. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this AD, contact Boeing Commercial Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services Management, P.O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, Washington 98124– 2207; telephone 206–544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680; e-mail me.boecom@boeing.com; Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com. 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. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for the Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is Document Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket E:\FR\FM\24FER1.SGM 24FER1

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[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 37 (Thursday, February 24, 2011)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2010-1099; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-054-AD; 
Amendment 39-16610; AD 2011-05-01]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model 
PIAGGIO P-180 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:

    Compass mismatch (up to loss of heading information) were 
reported by operators, due to ferro-magnetic masses (like the 
telescopic Tow-Bar) stowed in the baggage compartment.

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

DATES: This AD becomes effective March 31, 2011.
    On March 31, 2011, 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 service information identified in this AD, contact Piaggio Aero 
Industries S.p.A., Via Cibrario, 4-16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: +39 010 
6481 353; fax: +39 010 6481 881; e-mail: airworthiness@piaggioaero.it; 
Internet: https://www.piaggioaero.com. You may review copies of the 
referenced service information at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 
901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 64106. For information on the 
availability of this material at the FAA, call 816-329-4148.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Sarjapur Nagarajan, Aerospace 
Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas 
City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4145; 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, 2010 (75 
FR 67639). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    Compass mismatch (up to loss of heading information) were 
reported by operators, due to ferro-magnetic masses (like the 
telescopic Tow-Bar) stowed in the baggage compartment. A limitation 
was added to the approved Airplane Flight Manual, stating that the 
towing bar P/N 01-1227-0000 or similar ferromagnetic masses are 
prohibited to be carried in the baggage compartment.

We require the incorporation of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. and 
Piaggio Aero Industries (Piaggio) Temporary Change No. 7, into the 
Pilot's Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual 
Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009, and Temporary Change No. 11 into 
the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180-MAN-0010-01100, 
issued: February 24, 2009, and installation of a placard. You may 
obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. We have considered the comment received.

Comment Issue: Study Relocation of Magnetic Flux Valves

    James Wright stated that investigation into the feasibility of 
relocating the magnetic flux valves to an area less susceptible to 
magnetic interference may be a better course of action. We infer that 
the commenter requests that we withdraw the AD action and relocate the 
magnetic flux valves to an area less susceptible to magnetic 
interference.
    We do not agree with the commenter. The current airplane flight 
manual limitation stipulates:

    The towing bar TRONAIR p/n 01-1227-0000 or other ferromagnetic 
masses with comparable mass and length are prohibited to be carried 
in the baggage compartment.

    Additionally, Piaggio evaluated the possibility of relocating the 
flux valve and concluded it should remain in its current location. 
Piaggio confirmed that a new tow bar made of aluminum is available and 
can be used on Model PIAGGIO P-180 airplanes.

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    We are not changing the final rule AD action based on this comment.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the available data, including the comment received, 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 100 products of U.S. registry. 
We also estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to 
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate 
is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $50 per product.
    Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD to the U.S. 
operators to be $13,500 or $135 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 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

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

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:

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


Sec.  39.13  [Amended]

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

2011-05-01 PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A: Amendment 39-16610; Docket 
No. FAA-2010-1099; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-054-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective March 
31, 2011.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to PIAGGIO AERO INDUSTRIES S.p.A Model 
PIAGGIO P-180 airplanes, all manufacturer serial numbers (MSN), 
certificated in any category.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association of America (ATA) Code 50: Cargo 
and Accessory Compartments.

Reason

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

    Compass mismatch (up to loss of heading information) were 
reported by operators, due to ferro-magnetic masses (like the 
telescopic Tow-Bar) stowed in the baggage compartment. A limitation 
was added to the approved Airplane Flight Manual, stating that the 
towing bar P/N 01-1227-0000 or similar ferromagnetic masses are 
prohibited to be carried in the baggage compartment.

We require the incorporation of Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. and 
Piaggio Aero Industries (Piaggio) Temporary Change No. 7, into the 
Pilot's Operating Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual 
Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 2009, and Temporary Change No. 11 
into the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180-MAN-0010-
01100, issued: February 24, 2009, and installation of a placard.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done, within 5 flights after March 31, 2011 
(the effective date of this AD), do the following actions:
    (1) For MSN 1004 through 1104: Incorporate Piaggio Aero P.180 
AVANTI Temporary Change No. 7 to the Pilot's Operating Handbook and 
EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: February 24, 
2009, in the Limitations section following Piaggio Aero Industries 
S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80-0275, Rev. N. 0, dated 
June 15, 2009.
    (2) For MSN 1105 and subsequent: Incorporate Piaggio Aero P.180 
AVANTI II Temporary Change No. 11 to the EASA Approved Airplane 
Flight Manual Rep. 180-MAN-0010-01100, issued: February 24, 2009, in 
the Limitations section following Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. 
Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 80-0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 
15, 2009.
    (3) All MSN: Install the part number 80K347593-005 limitation 
placard in the front of the baggage compartment door following 
Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin (Mandatory) N.: SB 
80-0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009.

FAA AD Differences

    Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information 
as follows: Revisions and changes to the Limitations section of the 
AFM are mandatory in Europe as part of the

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European regulatory process upon issuance by the type certificate 
holder. The FAA must mandate any such changes through rulemaking, 
specifically in this case an airworthiness directive.

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, a federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person 
is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a 
penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information 
subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless 
that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control 
Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 
2120-0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is 
estimated to be approximately 5 minutes per response, including the 
time for reviewing instructions, completing and reviewing the 
collection of information. All responses to this collection of 
information are mandatory. Comments concerning the accuracy of this 
burden and suggestions for reducing the burden should be directed to 
the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave. SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: 
Information Collection Clearance Officer, AES-200.

Related Information

    (h) Refer to Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin 
(Mandatory) N.: SB 80-0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009; Piaggio 
Aero P.180 AVANTI Temporary Change No. 7 to the Pilot's Operating 
Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: 
February 24, 2009; and Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI II Temporary Change 
No. 11 to the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180-MAN-
0010-01100, issued: February 24, 2009, for related information. For 
service information related to this AD, contact Piaggio Aero 
Industries S.p.A., Via Cibrario, 4-16154 Genoa, Italy; phone: +39 
010 6481 353; fax: +39 010 6481 881; e-mail: 
airworthiness@piaggioaero.it; Internet: https://www.piaggioaero.com. 
You may review copies of the referenced service information at the 
FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, Missouri 
64106. For information on the availability of this material at the 
FAA, call 816-329-4148.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A. Service Bulletin 
(Mandatory) N.: SB 80-0275, Rev. N. 0, dated June 15, 2009; Piaggio 
Aero P.180 AVANTI Temporary Change No. 7 to the Pilot's Operating 
Handbook and EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 6591, issued: 
February 24, 2009; and Piaggio Aero P.180 AVANTI II Temporary Change 
No. 11 to the EASA Approved Airplane Flight Manual Rep. 180-MAN-
0010-01100, issued: February 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 
Piaggio Aero Industries S.p.A., Via Cibrario, 4-16154 Genoa, Italy; 
phone: +39 010 6481 353; fax: +39 010 6481 881; e-mail: 
airworthiness@piaggioaero.it; Internet: https://www.piaggioaero.com.
    (3) You may review copies of the referenced service information 
at the FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Kansas City, 
Missouri 64106. For information on the availability of this material 
at the FAA, call 816-329-4148.
    (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 14, 2011.
Earl Lawrence,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2011-3923 Filed 2-23-11; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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