Airworthiness Directives; Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd Appliances, 18533-18534 [2013-07030]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 59 / Wednesday, March 27, 2013 / Proposed Rules Regulatory Findings We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed regulation: (1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory action’’ under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) 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. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: ■ Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13 [Amended] 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): ■ Learjet Inc.: Docket No. FAA–2013–0214; Directorate Identifier 2012–NM–152–AD. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Modification and Installation Within 600 flight hours or 12 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first: Do the actions required by paragraphs (g)(1), (g)(2), and (g)(3) of this AD, as applicable. (1) For all airplanes: Install new rigid hydraulic tube assemblies to the MLG struts, install a new MLG squat switch bracket and modify the MLG squat switch wire harness, modify the MLG anti-skid wheel transducer electrical wire harnesses, and route and secure the anti-skid wheel and squat switch electrical wire harnesses to the MLG strut assembly; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin SB60–32–33, dated July 23, 2012. (2) For all airplanes: Install outboard bracket assemblies, anti-skid shield, forward electrical cover on the forward stiffener, upper and lower inboard bracket assemblies, and clamps that support the electrical wire harness; modify the aft stiffener for the new electrical wire harness support; install the aft electrical cover and strap on the aft stiffener; and install a new flat landing light lamp, as applicable; in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin SB60–57–7, dated July 23, 2012. (3) For airplanes having serial numbers 60– 002 through 60–276 inclusive: Install a new wheel speed detect box assembly, nutplates, brackets, and interface box; and modify the wiring for the new thrust reverser interface box, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin SB60–78–7, Revision 2, dated May 1, 2006. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Learjet Inc. Model 60 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 60–001 through 60–413 inclusive. (h) Terminating Action for AD 2010–11–11, Amendment 39–16316 (75 FR 32255, June 8, 2010) After accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, the requirement in paragraph (h) of AD 2010–11–11, Amendment 39–16316 (75 FR 32255, June 8, 2010), to check the nose and main tire pressures before 96 hours prior to takeoff, is terminated. All provisions of paragraphs (g) and (h) of AD 2010–11–11 that are not specifically referenced by this paragraph remain fully applicable and must be complied with. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/ Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing gear; 57, Wings; 78, Engine exhaust. (i) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for the corresponding actions specified in paragraph (g)(3) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by May 13, 2013. (b) Affected ADs Certain requirements of this AD affect certain requirements of AD 2010–11–11, Amendment 39–16316 (75 FR 32255, June 8, 2010). srobinson on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by a report of a high-speed rejected takeoff caused by all four main landing gear (MLG) tires blowing out during the takeoff roll. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the braking system or adverse operation of the spoiler and thrust reverser system due to external damage, particularly from tire failure, which could result in loss of control of the airplane. VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:29 Mar 26, 2013 Jkt 229001 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 18533 using Bombardier Service Bulletin SB60–78– 7, dated February 21, 2005; or Revision 1, dated June 30, 2005; which are not incorporated by reference in this AD. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, Wichita 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 appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/ certificate holding district office. (k) Related Information (1) For more information about this AD, contact Don Ristow, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Branch, ACE–116W, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office, 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Mid-Continent Airport, Wichita, KS 67209; phone: 316–946–4120; fax: 316– 946–4107; email: donald.ristow@faa.gov. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Learjet, Inc., One Learjet Way, Wichita, KS 67209–2942; telephone 316–946–2000; fax 316–946–2220; email ac.ict@aero.bombardier.com; Internet https:// www.bombardier.com. You may review copies of the referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221. Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 20, 2013. Jeffrey E. Duven, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2013–07034 Filed 3–26–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2012–1134; Directorate Identifier 2012–CE–034–AD; Amendment 39–17345; AD 2013–03–10] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd Appliances Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Proposed rule; correction. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that E:\FR\FM\27MRP1.SGM 27MRP1 srobinson on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with PROPOSALS 18534 Federal Register / Vol. 78, No. 59 / Wednesday, March 27, 2013 / Proposed Rules published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to certain Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd female ACME threaded hose connectors, part numbers HS6139 and HS6144, installed on balloons. The text in the section titled PART–39— AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES, paragraph (c) Applicability, is incorrect. This document corrects that error. In all other respects, the original document remains the same. DATES: This final rule is effective March 27, 2013. The effective date for AD 2013–03–10; Amendment 39–17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013) remains March 19, 2013. ADDRESSES: 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 Operations, M–30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Taylor Martin, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329– 4138; fax: (816) 329–4090; email: taylor.martin@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Airworthiness Directive 2013–03–10; Amendment 39–17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013), requires inspecting the female ACME threaded hose connectors, (P/Ns) HS6139 and HS6144, for leaking and, if leaking is found, tightening the threaded hose connector to the correct torque. As published, the text in the section titled PART–39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES, paragraph (c) Applicability, is incorrect. Reports from the field indicate confusion as to the way the applicability of AD 2013–03– 10; Amendment 39–17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013) is currently written. Some interpret that the AD applies to all balloons and requires a logbook entry regardless of installation of the defective part. The AD should apply to the female ACME threaded hose connectors as installed on any balloon. If these connectors are never installed, then this AD does not apply to that balloon, and this AD does not require a logbook entry. No other part of the preamble or regulatory information has been VerDate Mar<15>2010 16:29 Mar 26, 2013 Jkt 229001 changed; therefore, only the changed portion of the final rule is being published in the Federal Register. This final rule is effective March 27, 2013. The effective date for AD 2013– 03–10; Amendment 39–17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013) remains March 19, 2013. Correction of Regulatory Text § 39.13 [Corrected] In the Federal Register of February 12, 2013, on page 9787, in the 1st column, all of the text, in paragraph (c) Applicability under PART 39— AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES of Airworthiness Directive 2013–03–10; Amendment 39–17345; (78 FR 9785; February 12, 2013) is corrected to read as follows: * * * * * (c) Applicability This AD applies to Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd female ACME threaded hose connectors, part numbers (P/Ns) HS6139 and HS6144, all serial numbers, as installed in hot air balloons, certificated in any category. If these connectors are never installed, then this AD does not apply to that balloon.’’ * * * * * Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 19, 2013. Earl Lawrence, Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2013–07030 Filed 3–26–13; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Coast Guard 33 CFR Parts 101, 104, 105 and 106 [Docket No. USCG–2007–28915] Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)—Reader Requirements Coast Guard, DHS. Notice of public meeting; request for comments. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: The Coast Guard announces a public meeting to take place on April 18, 2013, in Arlington, Virginia to receive comments on a notice of proposed rulemaking published in the Federal Register on March 22, 2013, under the title ‘‘Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)— Reader Requirements.’’ The Coast Guard encourages members of the public to attend this meeting and provide oral comments on the notice of proposed PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4702 Sfmt 4702 rulemaking on TWIC reader requirements. DATES: A public meeting will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2013, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to provide an opportunity for oral comments. Coast Guard personnel will accept written comments and related materials at the public meeting as well. Written comments may also be submitted in response to the notice of proposed rulemaking referenced in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section. The comment period for the notice of proposed rulemaking will close on May 21, 2013. All written comments and related materials submitted before or after the meeting must either be submitted to our online docket via https://www.regulations.gov on or before May 21, 2013, or reach the Docket Management Facility by that date. ADDRESSES: The public meeting will be held at the Crystal City Marriott at Reagan National Airport, 1999 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia 22202. The building is accessible by taxi, public transit, and privately-owned conveyance. This meeting is open to the public. Please note that the session may adjourn early if all business, concerns, and questions are addressed. You may submit written comments identified by docket number USCG–2007–28915 before or after the meeting using any one of the following methods: (1) Federal eRulemaking Portal: https://www.regulations.gov. (2) Fax: 202–493–2251. (3) Mail: Docket Management Facility (M–30), U.S. Department of Transportation, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590– 0001. (4) Hand delivery: Same as mail address above, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The telephone number is 202–366–9329. To avoid duplication, please use only one of these four methods. Our online docket for this notice of public meeting is available on the Internet at https:// www.regulations.gov under docket number USCG–2007–28915. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: If you have questions concerning the meeting, please call or email LCDR Gregory Callaghan, Commandant (CG– FAC–2), Coast Guard; telephone 202– 372–1168, email Gregory.A.Callaghan@uscg.mil. If you have questions on viewing or submitting material to the docket, call Ms. Barbara Hairston, Program Manager, Docket Operations, telephone 202–366–9826. E:\FR\FM\27MRP1.SGM 27MRP1

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[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 59 (Wednesday, March 27, 2013)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 18533-18534]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-07030]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2012-1134; Directorate Identifier 2012-CE-034-AD; 
Amendment 39-17345; AD 2013-03-10]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd 
Appliances

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Proposed rule; correction.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that

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published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to certain 
Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd female ACME threaded hose connectors, 
part numbers HS6139 and HS6144, installed on balloons. The text in the 
section titled PART-39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES, paragraph (c) 
Applicability, is incorrect. This document corrects that error. In all 
other respects, the original document remains the same.

DATES: This final rule is effective March 27, 2013. The effective date 
for AD 2013-03-10; Amendment 39-17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013) 
remains March 19, 2013.

ADDRESSES: 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 Operations, M-30, West 
Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., 
Washington, DC 20590.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Taylor Martin, Aerospace Engineer, 
FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, 
Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329-4138; fax: (816) 329-4090; email: 
taylor.martin@faa.gov.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Airworthiness Directive 2013-03-10; 
Amendment 39-17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013), requires inspecting 
the female ACME threaded hose connectors, (P/Ns) HS6139 and HS6144, for 
leaking and, if leaking is found, tightening the threaded hose 
connector to the correct torque.
    As published, the text in the section titled PART-39--AIRWORTHINESS 
DIRECTIVES, paragraph (c) Applicability, is incorrect. Reports from the 
field indicate confusion as to the way the applicability of AD 2013-03-
10; Amendment 39-17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013) is currently 
written. Some interpret that the AD applies to all balloons and 
requires a logbook entry regardless of installation of the defective 
part. The AD should apply to the female ACME threaded hose connectors 
as installed on any balloon. If these connectors are never installed, 
then this AD does not apply to that balloon, and this AD does not 
require a logbook entry.
    No other part of the preamble or regulatory information has been 
changed; therefore, only the changed portion of the final rule is being 
published in the Federal Register.
    This final rule is effective March 27, 2013. The effective date for 
AD 2013-03-10; Amendment 39-17345 (78 FR 9785, February 12, 2013) 
remains March 19, 2013.

Correction of Regulatory Text


Sec.  39.13  [Corrected]

    In the Federal Register of February 12, 2013, on page 9787, in the 
1st column, all of the text, in paragraph (c) Applicability under PART 
39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES of Airworthiness Directive 2013-03-10; 
Amendment 39-17345; (78 FR 9785; February 12, 2013) is corrected to 
read as follows:
* * * * *

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd female ACME 
threaded hose connectors, part numbers (P/Ns) HS6139 and HS6144, all 
serial numbers, as installed in hot air balloons, certificated in 
any category. If these connectors are never installed, then this AD 
does not apply to that balloon.''
* * * * *

    Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on March 19, 2013.
Earl Lawrence,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2013-07030 Filed 3-26-13; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

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