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(2) Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 777–27–0062, Revision 1, dated
October 1, 2009, which is not incorporated
by reference in this AD.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Seattle 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
paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. Information may
be emailed to: 9-ANM-Seattle-ACO-AMOCRequests@faa.gov.
(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.
(3) An AMOC that provides an acceptable
level of safety may be used for any repair
required by this AD if it is approved by the
Boeing Commercial Airplanes Organization
Designation Authorization (ODA) that has
been authorized by the Manager, Seattle
ACO, to make those findings. For a repair
method to be approved, the repair must meet
the certification basis of the airplane, and the
approval must specifically refer to this AD.
(4) AMOCs approved previously for the
freeplay measurements of the right and left
elevators and rudder tab required by
paragraph (f) of AD 2007–13–05, Amendment
39–15109 (72 FR 33856, June 20, 2007), are
approved as AMOCs for the corresponding
requirements of this AD.
(5) AMOCs approved previously for the
freeplay measurements of the rudder
required by paragraph (f) of AD 2007–13–05,
Amendment 39–15109 (72 FR 33856, June
20, 2007), are not approved as AMOCs for the
corresponding requirements of this AD. We
are not aware of any such AMOCs.
(6) AMOCs approved previously for the
repetitive lubrications required by paragraph
(g) of AD 2007–13–05, Amendment 39–15109
(72 FR 33856, June 20, 2007), are approved
as AMOCs for the corresponding
requirements of this AD.
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(l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD,
contact Haytham Alaidy, Aerospace
Engineer, Airframe Branch, ANM–120S,
FAA, Seattle Aircraft Certification Office
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6573; fax: 425–
917–6590; email: Haytham.Alaidy@faa.gov.
(2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (m)(3) and (m)(4) of this AD.
(m) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
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(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Boeing Special Attention Service
Bulletin 777–27–0062, Revision 2, dated
January 27, 2014.
(ii) Reserved.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Boeing Commercial
Airplanes, Attention: Data & Services
Management, P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65,
Seattle, WA 98124–2207; telephone 206–
544–5000, extension 1; fax 206–766–5680;
Internet https://www.myboeingfleet.com.
(4) You may view this service information
at 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.
(5) You may view this 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/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 3,
2015.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
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incorporating an operational limitation
into the Limitations section of the
airplane flight manual (AFM) or
airplane flight manual supplement
(AFMS). This AD was prompted by
reports of Avidyne IFDs displaying
incorrect course deviation indication
information during GPS approaches
(incorrect display of lateral deviations).
We are issuing this AD to correct the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective July 1, 2015
to all persons except those persons to
whom it was made immediately
effective by Emergency AD 2015–10–51,
issued on May 18, 2015, which
contained the requirements of this
amendment.
We must receive comments on this
AD by July 31, 2015.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
address above between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
14 CFR Part 39
Examining the AD Docket
[Docket No. FAA–2015–2191; Directorate
Identifier 2015–CE–019–AD; Amendment
39–18183; AD 2015–10–51]
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
2191; or in person at the Docket
Operations Office between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for
the Docket Operations Office (phone:
800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
section. Comments will be available in
the AD docket shortly after receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Anthony Pigott, Aerospace Engineer,
Boston Aircraft Certification Office,
FAA, 12 New England Executive Park,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781)
238–7158; fax: (781) 238–7199; email:
anthony.pigott@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Airworthiness Directives; Avidyne
Corporation Integrated Flight Displays
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for
Avidyne Corporation (Avidyne)
Integrated Flight Displays (IFDs) part
number (P/N) 700–00083–() loaded with
software release 9.3.1.0 or earlier release
(referred to as Model R9—10 inch), P/
N 700–00171–() loaded with software
release 9.2.5.0 or earlier release (referred
to as Model R9—12 inch), and P/N 700–
00182–() loaded with software release
10.0.3.0 or earlier release (referred to as
Model IFD540). This emergency AD was
sent previously to all known U.S.
owners and operators of all aircraft that
incorporate the above referenced
Avidyne IFDs. This AD requires
SUMMARY:
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Discussion
On May 18, 2015, we issued
Emergency AD 2015–10–51, which
requires incorporating an operational
limitation into the Limitations section of
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the airplane flight manual (AFM) or
airplane flight manual supplement
(AFMS). This emergency AD was sent
previously to all known U.S. owners
and operators of all aircraft that
incorporate Avidyne Corporation
(Avidyne) Integrated Flight Displays
(IFDs) part number (P/N) 700–00083-()
loaded with software release 9.3.1.0 or
earlier release (referred to as Model
R9—10 inch), P/N 700–00171-() loaded
with software release 9.2.5.0 or earlier
release (referred to as Model R9—12
inch), and P/N 700–00182-() loaded
with software release 10.0.3.0 or earlier
release (referred to as Model IFD540).
This action was prompted by reports
of Avidyne IFDs displaying incorrect
course deviation indication information
during GPS approaches (incorrect
display of lateral deviations). This
condition occurs when the airplane is
flying in certain approaches, the leg to
the Final Approach Fix (FAF) is active,
and the leg to the FAF is not aligned
with the final approach course (i.e., an
angled entry to the FAF). The software
of the Avidyne IFDs as referenced above
will produce lateral deviations to the
final approach course as soon as the leg
to the FAF becomes active. Therefore,
when the leg does not align with the
final approach course, the course
deviation indicator (CDI) will show a
deviation when, in fact, the aircraft is on
the proper course for the active leg. This
could result in the pilot making flight
decisions that put the aircraft in unsafe
flight conditions, flying into airspace
that was, by the GPS approach design,
to be avoided (terrain, obstacle, traffic,
restricted).
FAA’s Determination
We are issuing this AD because we
evaluated all the relevant information
and determined the unsafe condition
described previously is likely to exist or
develop in other products of the same
type design.
AD Requirements
This AD requires incorporating an
operational limitation into the
Limitations section of the airplane flight
manual (AFM) or airplane flight manual
supplement (AFMS). The operational
limitation will contain the following:
• Flying a full procedure (non Vectorto-Final) GPS approach, with a course
change at the Final Approach Fix (FAF),
is prohibited.’’
• ‘‘Flying a GPS approach, with a
Direct-To or with an Omni-Bearing
Selector (OBS) leg to the FAF, is
prohibited.’’
FAA’s Determination of the Effective
Date
An unsafe condition exists that
requires the immediate adoption of this
AD. The FAA has found that the risk to
the flying public justifies waiving notice
and comment prior to adoption of this
rule because of the Avidyne IFDs
displaying incorrect course deviation
indication information during GPS
approaches (incorrect display of lateral
deviations), which could result in the
pilot making flight decisions that put
the aircraft in unsafe flight conditions,
flying into airspace that was, by the GPS
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approach design, to be avoided (terrain,
obstacle, traffic, restricted). Therefore,
we find that notice and opportunity for
prior public comment are impracticable
and that good cause exists for making
this amendment effective in less than 30
days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves
requirements affecting flight safety and
was not preceded by notice and an
opportunity for public comment.
However, we invite you to send any
written data, views, or arguments about
this AD. Send your comments to an
address listed under the ADDRESSES
section. Include Docket Number FAA–
2015–2191 and Directorate Identifier
2015–CE–015–AD at the beginning of
your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy
aspects of this AD. We will consider all
comments received by the closing date
and may amend this AD because of
those comments.
We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact we receive
about this AD.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 324
products installed on airplanes of U.S.
registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Incorporate operational limitations into the Limitations
section of the airplane flight manual (AFM) or airplane flight manual supplement.
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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
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.5 work-hour × $85 per
hour = $42.50.
Parts cost
Cost per
product
Cost on U.S.
operators
Not applicable ..................
$42.50
$13,770
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
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
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responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify that 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),
(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.
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List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 49 U.S. C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
■
2015–10–51 Avidyne Corporation:
Amendment 39–18183; Docket No.
FAA–2015–2191; Directorate Identifier
2015–CE–015–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective July 1, 2015 to all
persons except those persons to whom it was
made immediately effective by Emergency
AD 2015–10–51, issued on May 18, 2015,
which contained the requirements of this
amendment.
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(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
Avidyne Corporation (Avidyne) Integrated
Flight Displays (IFDs) part number (P/N)
700–00083–() loaded with software release
9.3.1.0 or earlier release (referred to as Model
R9—10 inch), P/N 700–00171–() loaded with
software release 9.2.5.0 or earlier release
(referred to as Model R9—12 inch), and P/N
700–00182–() loaded with software release
10.0.3.0 or earlier release (referred to as
Model IFD540). These IFDs are installed on,
but not limited to, airplanes that are
certificated in any category and are identified
in the following:
(1) For Model R9—10 inch: AML STC
SA00282BO. This document can be found at:
https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgstc.nsf/0/24d8d8ba6cb57e
4f86257d1d0055dec4/$FILE/SA00282BO_
AML.pdf.
(2) For Model R9—12 inch: Korea
Aerospace Industries KC–100 (currently
being type validated by the FAA).
(3) For Model IFD540: STC SAA00343BO.
This document can be found at: https://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_
Library/rgstc.nsf/0/
5084676a444f3b2b86257d20005d08ab/
$FILE/SA00343BO_AML.pdf.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America
Code: 34, Navigation.
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(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by reports of
Avidyne IFDs displaying incorrect course
deviation indication information during GPS
approaches (incorrect display of lateral
deviations). This condition occurs when the
airplane is flying in certain approaches, the
leg to the Final Approach Fix (FAF) is active,
and the leg to the FAF is not aligned with
the final approach course (i.e., an angled
entry to the FAF). The software of the
Avidyne IFDs as referenced above in the
Applicability section, paragraph (c) of this
AD, will produce lateral deviations to the
final approach course as soon as the leg to
the FAF becomes active. Therefore, when the
leg does not align with the final approach
course, the course deviation indicator (CDI)
will show a deviation when, in fact, the
aircraft is on the proper course for the active
leg. We are issuing this AD to prevent such
incorrect display of lateral deviations, which
could result in the pilot making flight
decisions that put the aircraft in unsafe flight
conditions, flying into airspace that was, by
the GPS approach design, to be avoided
(terrain, obstacle, traffic, restricted).
(f) Compliance
Unless already done, comply with
paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(4) of this AD,
including all subparagraphs.
(g) Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) or
Airplane Flight Manual Supplement (AFMS)
Limitation
(1) Before further flight after July 1, 2015
to all persons except those persons to whom
it was made immediately effective by
Emergency AD 2015–10–51, issued on May
18, 2015, which contained the requirements
of this amendment, incorporate the
operational limitations listed in paragraphs
(g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD into the
Limitations section of the AFM or AFMS, as
applicable. This can be done by inserting a
copy of this AD into the Limitations section
of the AFM or AFMS.
(i) ‘‘Flying a full procedure (non Vector-toFinal) GPS approach, with a course change
at the Final Approach Fix (FAF), is
prohibited.’’
(ii) ‘‘Flying a GPS approach, with a DirectTo or with an Omni-Bearing Selector (OBS)
leg to the FAF, is prohibited.’’
(2) This action may be done by an owner/
operator (pilot) holding at least a private pilot
certificate and must be entered into the
airplane records showing compliance with
this AD in accordance with 14 CFR
43.9(a)(1)(4) and 14 CFR 91.417(a)(2)(v). The
record must be maintained as required by 14
CFR 91.173 or 135.439.
(3) Paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of this
AD provides examples of prohibited and
allowed GPS approach per paragraph (g)(1)(i)
of this AD:
(i) An example of a prohibited GPS
approach per paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD
can be found at: https://aeronav.faa.gov/dtpp/1505/05597r25.pdf.
(ii) An example of an allowed GPS
approach per paragraph (g)(1)(i) of this AD
can be found at: https://aeronav.faa.gov/dtpp/1505/00626rz29.pdf.
(4) This AD is no longer applicable if
software is installed that is different than that
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referenced in paragraph (c) Applicability of
this AD.
(h) Special Flight Permit
Under 14 CFR 39.23, special flight permits
are prohibited for this AD.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Boston 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
paragraph (j) 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.
(j) Related Information
For further information about this AD,
contact Anthony Pigott, Aerospace Engineer,
Boston ACO, FAA, 12 New England
Executive Park, Burlington, MA 01803;
phone: (781) 238–7158; fax: (781) 238–7199;
email: anthony.pigott@faa.gov.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 8,
2015.
Earl Lawrence,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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[Docket No. FAA–2014–0249; Directorate
Identifier 2012–NM–211–AD; Amendment
39–18180; AD 2015–12–06]
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Federal Aviation
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ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Learjet Inc. Model 45 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by reports of nonconforming windshield supports (coupe
rails). This AD requires a general visual
inspection of the coupe rails to detect
gouging and scratches, and to determine
if a radius has been removed; an
ultrasound inspection to measure the
dimensions of the lower coupe rails; an
eddy current inspection to detect cracks
of the lower coupe rails; replacement of
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2015-2191; Directorate Identifier 2015-CE-019-AD;
Amendment 39-18183; AD 2015-10-51]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Avidyne Corporation Integrated Flight
Displays
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Avidyne
Corporation (Avidyne) Integrated Flight Displays (IFDs) part number (P/
N) 700-00083-() loaded with software release 9.3.1.0 or earlier release
(referred to as Model R9--10 inch), P/N 700-00171-() loaded with
software release 9.2.5.0 or earlier release (referred to as Model R9--
12 inch), and P/N 700-00182-() loaded with software release 10.0.3.0 or
earlier release (referred to as Model IFD540). This emergency AD was
sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of all aircraft
that incorporate the above referenced Avidyne IFDs. This AD requires
incorporating an operational limitation into the Limitations section of
the airplane flight manual (AFM) or airplane flight manual supplement
(AFMS). This AD was prompted by reports of Avidyne IFDs displaying
incorrect course deviation indication information during GPS approaches
(incorrect display of lateral deviations). We are issuing this AD to
correct the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective July 1, 2015 to all persons except those
persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD 2015-
10-51, issued on May 18, 2015, which contained the requirements of this
amendment.
We must receive comments on this AD by July 31, 2015.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
2191; or in person at the Docket Operations Office between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for the Docket Operations Office
(phone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be
available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Anthony Pigott, Aerospace Engineer,
Boston Aircraft Certification Office, FAA, 12 New England Executive
Park, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7158; fax: (781) 238-7199;
email: anthony.pigott@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
On May 18, 2015, we issued Emergency AD 2015-10-51, which requires
incorporating an operational limitation into the Limitations section of
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the airplane flight manual (AFM) or airplane flight manual supplement
(AFMS). This emergency AD was sent previously to all known U.S. owners
and operators of all aircraft that incorporate Avidyne Corporation
(Avidyne) Integrated Flight Displays (IFDs) part number (P/N) 700-
00083-() loaded with software release 9.3.1.0 or earlier release
(referred to as Model R9--10 inch), P/N 700-00171-() loaded with
software release 9.2.5.0 or earlier release (referred to as Model R9--
12 inch), and P/N 700-00182-() loaded with software release 10.0.3.0 or
earlier release (referred to as Model IFD540).
This action was prompted by reports of Avidyne IFDs displaying
incorrect course deviation indication information during GPS approaches
(incorrect display of lateral deviations). This condition occurs when
the airplane is flying in certain approaches, the leg to the Final
Approach Fix (FAF) is active, and the leg to the FAF is not aligned
with the final approach course (i.e., an angled entry to the FAF). The
software of the Avidyne IFDs as referenced above will produce lateral
deviations to the final approach course as soon as the leg to the FAF
becomes active. Therefore, when the leg does not align with the final
approach course, the course deviation indicator (CDI) will show a
deviation when, in fact, the aircraft is on the proper course for the
active leg. This could result in the pilot making flight decisions that
put the aircraft in unsafe flight conditions, flying into airspace that
was, by the GPS approach design, to be avoided (terrain, obstacle,
traffic, restricted).
FAA's Determination
We are issuing this AD because we evaluated all the relevant
information and determined the unsafe condition described previously is
likely to exist or develop in other products of the same type design.
AD Requirements
This AD requires incorporating an operational limitation into the
Limitations section of the airplane flight manual (AFM) or airplane
flight manual supplement (AFMS). The operational limitation will
contain the following:
Flying a full procedure (non Vector-to-Final) GPS
approach, with a course change at the Final Approach Fix (FAF), is
prohibited.''
``Flying a GPS approach, with a Direct-To or with an Omni-
Bearing Selector (OBS) leg to the FAF, is prohibited.''
FAA's Determination of the Effective Date
An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of
this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies
waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because of
the Avidyne IFDs displaying incorrect course deviation indication
information during GPS approaches (incorrect display of lateral
deviations), which could result in the pilot making flight decisions
that put the aircraft in unsafe flight conditions, flying into airspace
that was, by the GPS approach design, to be avoided (terrain, obstacle,
traffic, restricted). Therefore, we find that notice and opportunity
for prior public comment are impracticable and that good cause exists
for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days.
Comments Invited
This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight
safety and was not preceded by notice and an opportunity for public
comment. However, we invite you to send any written data, views, or
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under
the ADDRESSES section. Include Docket Number FAA-2015-2191 and
Directorate Identifier 2015-CE-015-AD at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will
consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this
AD because of those comments.
We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this AD.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 324 products installed on
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Incorporate operational .5 work-hour x $85 Not applicable...... $42.50 $13,770
limitations into the Limitations per hour = $42.50.
section of the airplane flight
manual (AFM) or airplane flight
manual supplement.
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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
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 that 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),
(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.
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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
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S. C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2015-10-51 Avidyne Corporation: Amendment 39-18183; Docket No. FAA-
2015-2191; Directorate Identifier 2015-CE-015-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective July 1, 2015 to all persons except those
persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD
2015-10-51, issued on May 18, 2015, which contained the requirements
of this amendment.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
Avidyne Corporation (Avidyne) Integrated Flight Displays (IFDs)
part number (P/N) 700-00083-() loaded with software release 9.3.1.0
or earlier release (referred to as Model R9--10 inch), P/N 700-
00171-() loaded with software release 9.2.5.0 or earlier release
(referred to as Model R9--12 inch), and P/N 700-00182-() loaded with
software release 10.0.3.0 or earlier release (referred to as Model
IFD540). These IFDs are installed on, but not limited to, airplanes
that are certificated in any category and are identified in the
following:
(1) For Model R9--10 inch: AML STC SA00282BO. This document can
be found at: https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/
rgstc.nsf/0/24d8d8ba6cb57e4f86257d1d0055dec4/$FILE/
SA00282BO_AML.pdf.
(2) For Model R9--12 inch: Korea Aerospace Industries KC-100
(currently being type validated by the FAA).
(3) For Model IFD540: STC SAA00343BO. This document can be found
at: https://rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory_and_Guidance_Library/rgstc.nsf/0/
5084676a444f3b2b86257d20005d08ab/$FILE/SA00343BO_AML.pdf.
(d) Subject
Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC)/Air Transport Association
(ATA) of America Code: 34, Navigation.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by reports of Avidyne IFDs displaying
incorrect course deviation indication information during GPS
approaches (incorrect display of lateral deviations). This condition
occurs when the airplane is flying in certain approaches, the leg to
the Final Approach Fix (FAF) is active, and the leg to the FAF is
not aligned with the final approach course (i.e., an angled entry to
the FAF). The software of the Avidyne IFDs as referenced above in
the Applicability section, paragraph (c) of this AD, will produce
lateral deviations to the final approach course as soon as the leg
to the FAF becomes active. Therefore, when the leg does not align
with the final approach course, the course deviation indicator (CDI)
will show a deviation when, in fact, the aircraft is on the proper
course for the active leg. We are issuing this AD to prevent such
incorrect display of lateral deviations, which could result in the
pilot making flight decisions that put the aircraft in unsafe flight
conditions, flying into airspace that was, by the GPS approach
design, to be avoided (terrain, obstacle, traffic, restricted).
(f) Compliance
Unless already done, comply with paragraphs (g)(1) through
(g)(4) of this AD, including all subparagraphs.
(g) Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) or Airplane Flight Manual Supplement
(AFMS) Limitation
(1) Before further flight after July 1, 2015 to all persons
except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by
Emergency AD 2015-10-51, issued on May 18, 2015, which contained the
requirements of this amendment, incorporate the operational
limitations listed in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD
into the Limitations section of the AFM or AFMS, as applicable. This
can be done by inserting a copy of this AD into the Limitations
section of the AFM or AFMS.
(i) ``Flying a full procedure (non Vector-to-Final) GPS
approach, with a course change at the Final Approach Fix (FAF), is
prohibited.''
(ii) ``Flying a GPS approach, with a Direct-To or with an Omni-
Bearing Selector (OBS) leg to the FAF, is prohibited.''
(2) This action may be done by an owner/operator (pilot) holding
at least a private pilot certificate and must be entered into the
airplane records showing compliance with this AD in accordance with
14 CFR 43.9(a)(1)(4) and 14 CFR 91.417(a)(2)(v). The record must be
maintained as required by 14 CFR 91.173 or 135.439.
(3) Paragraphs (g)(3)(i) and (g)(3)(ii) of this AD provides
examples of prohibited and allowed GPS approach per paragraph
(g)(1)(i) of this AD:
(i) An example of a prohibited GPS approach per paragraph
(g)(1)(i) of this AD can be found at: https://aeronav.faa.gov/d-tpp/1505/05597r25.pdf.
(ii) An example of an allowed GPS approach per paragraph
(g)(1)(i) of this AD can be found at: https://aeronav.faa.gov/d-tpp/1505/00626rz29.pdf.
(4) This AD is no longer applicable if software is installed
that is different than that referenced in paragraph (c)
Applicability of this AD.
(h) Special Flight Permit
Under 14 CFR 39.23, special flight permits are prohibited for
this AD.
(i) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Boston 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 paragraph (j) 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.
(j) Related Information
For further information about this AD, contact Anthony Pigott,
Aerospace Engineer, Boston ACO, FAA, 12 New England Executive Park,
Burlington, MA 01803; phone: (781) 238-7158; fax: (781) 238-7199;
email: anthony.pigott@faa.gov.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 8, 2015.
Earl Lawrence,
Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2015-14645 Filed 6-15-15; 8:45 am]
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