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under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.
3729–3733, the Program Fraud Civil
Remedies Act, 31 U.S.C. 3801–3812,
and any other applicable laws or
regulations, including 13 CFR part 142.
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PART 125—GOVERNMENT
CONTRACTING PROGRAMS
11. The authority citation for part 125
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 15 U.S.C. 632(p), (q); 634(b)(6),
637, 644, 657f, and 657q.
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(2) Civil Penalties. Persons or
concerns are subject to severe penalties
under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.
3729–3733, the Program Fraud Civil
Remedies Act, 31 U.S.C. 3801–3812,
and any other applicable laws or
regulations, including 13 CFR part 142.
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PART 142—PROGRAM FRAUD CIVIL
REMEDIES ACT REGULATIONS
12. Revise § 125.29(e)(2) to read as
follows:
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17. The authority citation for part 142
continues to read as follows:
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§ 125.29 What are the requirements for
representing SDVO SBC status, and what
are the penalties for misrepresentation?
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(2) Civil Penalties. Persons or
concerns are subject to severe penalties
under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.
3729–3733, the Program Fraud Civil
Remedies Act, 31 U.S.C. 3801–3812,
and any other applicable laws or
regulations, including 13 CFR part 142.
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Authority: 15 U.S.C. 634(b); 31 U.S.C.
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18. Paragraph (b) of § 142.1 is
amended by removing ‘‘$5,000’’ and
adding in its place ‘‘$10,781’’.
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PART 146—NEW RESTRICTIONS ON
LOBBYING
19. The authority citation for part 146
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: Section 319, Pub. L. 101–121
(31 U.S.C. 1352); 15 U.S.C. 634(b)(6).
PART 126—HUBZONE PROGRAM
13. The authority citation for part 126
continues to read as follows:
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Authority: 15 U.S.C. 632(a), 632(j), 632(p),
644 and 657a.
14. Revise § 126.900(e)(2) to read as
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§ 126.900 What are the requirements for
representing HUBZone status, and what are
the penalties for misrepresentation?
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(2) Civil Penalties. Persons or
concerns are subject to severe penalties
under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.
3729–3733, the Program Fraud Civil
Remedies Act, 31 U.S.C. 3801–3812,
and any other applicable laws or
regulations, including 13 CFR part 142.
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§ 127.700 What are the requirements for
representing EDWOSB or WOSB status,
and what are the penalties for
misrepresentation?
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20. Paragraphs (a), (b), and (e) of
§ 146.400 are amended by removing
‘‘$10,000’’ wherever it appears and
adding in its place ‘‘$18,936’’ and by
removing ‘‘$100,000’’ and adding in its
place ‘‘$189,361’’.
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Maria Contreras-Sweet,
Administrator.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
Examining the AD Docket
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2013–0703; Directorate
Identifier 2013–NM–004–AD; Amendment
39–18518; AD 2016–10–07]
PART 127—WOMEN–OWNED SMALL
BUSINESS FEDERAL CONTRACT
PROGRAM
RIN 2120–AA64
15. The authority citation for part 127
continues to read as follows:
AGENCY:
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Authority: 15 U.S.C. 632, 634(b)(6),
637(m), and 644.
16. Revise § 127.700(e)(2) to read as
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Inc. Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
SUMMARY:
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Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC–8–102,
–103, –106, –201, –202, –301, –311, and
–315 airplanes. This AD was prompted
by a report of a pilot commanding an inflight engine shut down in response to
a low oil pressure warning indication.
Further investigation revealed the
mounting studs in the engine mounted
alternating current (AC) generator
mounting plate were pulled out of
position and the threaded interface in
the plate was corroded. This AD
requires repetitive inspections for
discrepancies on certain AC generator
mounting adapters, and replacing
discrepant adapters with serviceable
ones. This AD also requires revising the
maintenance program to incorporate a
repetitive task specified in certain
temporary revisions. We are issuing this
AD to detect and correct corrosion in
the AC generator mounting plate, which
could result in a gap between the AC
generator and the generator mounting
plate, and cause loss of engine oil and
consequent engine failure.
DATES: This AD is effective June 23,
2016.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of June 23, 2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical
Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard,
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada;
telephone: 416–375–4000; fax: 416–
375–4539; email: thd.qseries@
aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://
www.bombardier.com. You may view
this 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. It is also available
on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2013–
0703.
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You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2013–
0703; 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 street address for
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
5527) is Docket Management Facility,
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M–30, West
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Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Services Branch, ANE–
172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
11590; telephone: 516–228–7301; fax:
516–794–5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of
proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
that would apply to certain Bombardier,
Inc. Model DHC–8–102, –103, –106,
–201, –202, –301, –311, and –315
airplanes. The SNPRM published in the
Federal Register on January 13, 2016
(81 FR 1563), (‘‘the SNPRM’’). We
preceded the SNPRM with a notice of
proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that
published in the Federal Register on
August 28, 2013 (78 FR 53080), (‘‘the
NPRM’’). The NPRM proposed to
require repetitive inspections for
discrepancies on certain AC generator
mounting adapters, and replacing
discrepant adapters with serviceable
ones. The NPRM also proposed to
require revising the maintenance
program to incorporate a repetitive task
specified in certain temporary revisions.
The NPRM was prompted by a report of
a pilot commanding an in-flight engine
shut down in response to a low oil
pressure warning indication. Further
investigation revealed the mounting
studs in the engine mounted AC
generator mounting plate were pulled
out of position and the threaded
interface in the plate was corroded.
The SNPRM proposed to require the
actions specified in the NPRM, and to
expand the proposed applicability. We
are issuing this AD to detect and correct
corrosion in the AC generator mounting
plate, which could result in a gap
between the AC generator and the
generator mounting plate, and cause
loss of engine oil and consequent engine
failure.
Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority
for Canada, has issued Canadian
Airworthiness Directive, CF–2012–
29R1, effective April 28, 2015 (referred
to after this as the Mandatory
Continuing Airworthiness Information,
or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
condition for certain Bombardier, Inc.
Model DHC–8–102, –103, –106, –201,
–202, –301, –311, and –315 airplanes.
The MCAI states:
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An incident has been reported, on the
DHC–8 aeroplane, where a pilot commanded
in-flight engine shut down in response to an
engine low oil pressure warning indication.
Further investigation revealed the
mounting studs in the engine mounted
alternating current (AC) generator mounting
plate were pulled out of position and the
threaded interface in the plate corroded. This
resulted in a gap between the AC generator
and the generator mounting plate, leading to
the loss of engine oil and the ensuing
illumination of the associated engine low oil
pressure warning indication.
To ensure the integrity of the affected
units, Part I of this [Canadian] AD mandates
an inspection of the affected AC generator
mounting adapters part numbers (P/N)
31708–500 or 31708–501, and, as applicable,
replacement with new or serviceable
mounting plates.
Part II of this [Canadian] AD mandates the
incorporation of a repeat Maintenance
Review Board (MRB) inspection applicable to
the replacement of the AC generator
mounting adapters P/Ns 31708–510 or
31708–511 only.
Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD is issued
to include additional aeroplane serial
numbers (003 through 018) to the
Applicability section, and to clarify the
compliance schedules in Part I B. and Part II
below [in this Canadian AD].
information, which introduces MRB
Report Task 2420/14, ‘‘Functional
Check (pull test) of the AC generator
adapter kit.’’
• de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100
MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB–
153, dated July 10, 2012, to Section
2—Systems, in Part 1 of the de
Havilland Dash 8 Series 100
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1–
8–7.
• de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200
MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB
2–31, dated July 10, 2012, to Section
2—Systems, in Part 1 of the de
Havilland Dash 8 Series 200
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1–
82–7.
• de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300
MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB
3–162, dated July 10, 2012, to Section
2—Systems, in Part 1 of the de
Havilland Dash 8 Series 300
Maintenance Program Manual PSM
1–83–7.
This service information is reasonably
available because the interested parties
have access to it through their normal
course of business or by the means
identified in the ADDRESSES section.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2013–
0703.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 88
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it takes about 6
work-hours per product to comply with
the basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $85 per work-hour.
Required parts cost about $4,000 per
product. Based on these figures, we
estimate the cost of the AD on U.S.
operators to be $396,880, or $4,510 per
product.
We have received no definitive data
that would enable us to provide cost
estimates for the on-condition actions
specified in this AD.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the SNPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
as proposed except for minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the SNPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the SNPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
Bombardier, Inc. has issued Service
Bulletin 8–24–88, Revision A, dated
September 23, 2014. This service
information describes repetitive
inspections for discrepancies on certain
AC generator mounting adapters, and
replacing discrepant adapters with
serviceable ones.
Bombardier, Inc. has also issued the
following de Havilland service
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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
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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 that this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
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.
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:
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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):
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Inspection of AC Generator Mounting
Adaptor and Corrective Action
Within 6,000 flight hours, or 36 months, or
when the AC generator is removed for
service, whichever occurs first, after the
effective date of this AD: Do a general visual
inspection and a mechanical inspection for
discrepancies (i.e., damage, corrosion, and
failed mechanical inspection) on AC
generator mounting adapters having part
number (P/N) 31708–500 and P/N 31708–
501, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin
8–24–88, Revision A, dated September 23,
2014. If any discrepancy (i.e., damage,
corrosion, or failed mechanical inspection) is
found, before further flight, replace the AC
generator mounting adapter with a
serviceable mounting adapter having P/N
31708–510, P/N 31708–511, P/N 31708–500,
or P/N 31708–501, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier
Service Bulletin 8–24–88, Revision A, dated
September 23, 2014.
(h) Repetitive Inspections
For in-service mounting adapters that have
P/N 31708–500 or P/N 31708–501: Repeat the
general visual and mechanical inspection
required by paragraph (g) of this AD
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 6,000
flight hours, or 36 months after the most
recent inspection, or when the AC generator
is removed for service, whichever occurs
first.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model
DHC–8–102, –103, –106, –201, –202, –301,
–311, and –315 airplanes; certificated in any
category; serial numbers 003 through 672
inclusive.
(i) Replacement of Certain AC Generator
Mounting Adaptors
For airplanes having AC generator
mounting adapters that have P/N 31708–500
or P/N 31708–501: Within the later of the
times specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2)
of this AD, replace the AC generator
mounting adapter with a new AC generator
mounting adapter having P/N 31708–510 or
P/N 31708–511.
(1) Before the accumulation of 120 months
on the AC generator mounting adapter.
(2) Within 12 months, or 2,000 flight hours,
or when the generator is removed from
service, whichever occurs first after the
effective date of this AD.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 24, Electrical power.
(j) Airplane Maintenance Program Revision
For airplanes having AC generator
mounting adapters that have P/N 31708–510
2016–10–07 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment
39–18518. Docket No. FAA–2013–0703;
Directorate Identifier 2013–NM–004–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective June 23, 2016.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
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(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of a
pilot commanding an in-flight engine shut
down in response to a low oil pressure
warning indication. Further investigation
revealed the mounting studs in the engine
mounted alternating current (AC) generator
mounting plate were pulled out of position
and the threaded interface in the plate
corroded. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct corrosion in the AC generator
mounting plate, which could result in a gap
between the AC generator and the generator
mounting plate, and cause loss of engine oil
and consequent engine failure.
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or P/N 31708–511: Within 30 days after the
effective date of this AD, revise the airplane
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, by incorporating maintenance
review board (MRB) Report Task 2420/14,
‘‘Functional Check (pull test) of the AC
generator adapter kit,’’ in the applicable
maintenance program manual specified in
paragraph (j)(1), (j)(2), or (j)(3) of this AD. The
initial compliance time for MRB Task 2420/
14 is prior to the accumulation of 10,000 total
flight hours or within 60 months since
installation of the part, whichever occurs
first.
(1) For Model DHC–8–102, –103, and –106
airplanes: de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100
MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB–153,
dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2—Systems,
of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1–8–7.
(2) For Model DHC–8–201 and –202
airplanes: de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200
MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB 2–31,
dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2—Systems,
of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1–82–7.
(3) For Model DHC–8–301, –311, and –315
airplanes: de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300
MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB
3–162, dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2—
Systems, of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series
300 Maintenance Program Manual PSM
1–83–7.
(k) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the maintenance or inspection
program has been revised as required by
paragraph (j) of this AD, no alternative
actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may be
used unless the actions or intervals are
approved as an alternative method of
compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the
procedures specified in paragraph (m)(1) of
this AD.
(l) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those
actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Bombardier Service
Bulletin 8–24–88, dated December 13, 2011,
which is not incorporated by reference in this
AD.
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), ANE–170, 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 ACO, send it to ATTN:
Program Manager, Continuing Operational
Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590;
telephone: 516–228–7300; fax: 516–794–
5531. 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. The AMOC
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approval letter must specifically reference
this AD.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170,
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
the DAO, the approval must include the
DAO-authorized signature.
(n) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian
AD CF–2012–29R1, dated April 28, 2015, for
related information. This MCAI may be
found in the AD docket on the Internet at
https://www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2013–0703.
(2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (o)(3) and (o)(4) of this AD.
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(o) 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.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 8–24–88,
Revision A, dated September 23, 2014.
(ii) de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100
Maintenance Review Board (MRB) Report
Temporary Revision MRB–153, dated July 10,
2012, to Section 2—Systems, of Part 1 of the
de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100 Maintenance
Program Manual PSM 1–8–7.
(iii) de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200 MRB
Report Temporary Revision MRB 2–31, dated
July 10, 2012, to Section 2—Systems, of Part
1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1–82–7.
(iv) de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300 MRB
Report Temporary Revision MRB 3–162,
dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2—Systems,
of Part 1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series
300 Maintenance Program Manual PSM
1–83–7 MRB Report.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series
Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard,
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada;
telephone: 416–375–4000; fax: 416–375–
4539; email: thd.qseries@
aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://
www.bombardier.com.
(4) You may view this 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.
(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.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 6,
2016.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
call 425–227–1221. It is also available
on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
8431.
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Examining the AD Docket
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2015–8431; Directorate
Identifier 2015–NM–128–AD; Amendment
39–18517; AD 2016–10–06]
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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
Inc. Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc. Model BD–700–1A10
and BD–700–1A11 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by a determination that
the network interface installed between
the Information Management System
(IMS) 6000 unit and the Cabin
Entertainment System (CES) network
could affect the Aircraft Control Domain
(ACD), and result in the transmission of
misleading navigational information to
the flightcrew. This AD requires
inspecting the network interface
installation between the IMS and the
CES, and disconnecting the installation,
if necessary. We are issuing this AD to
prevent the transmission of misleading
navigational information, which could
adversely affect the ability of the
flightcrew to maintain the safe flight
and landing of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective June 23,
2016.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of June 23, 2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
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Bombardier, Inc., 400 Cote Vertu Road
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West, Dorval, Quebec H4S 1Y9, Canada;
telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514 855–
7401; email thd.crj@
aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://
www.bombardier.com. You may view
this 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,
SUMMARY:
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You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
8431; 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 street address for
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
5527) is Docket 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:
Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Services Branch, ANE–
172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
11590; telephone 516–228–7301; fax
516–794–5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain Bombardier, Inc. Model
BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–1A11
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on January 13, 2016
(81 FR 1568) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM
was prompted by a determination that
the network interface installed between
the IMS 6000 unit and the CES network
could affect the ACD, and result in the
transmission of misleading navigational
information to the flightcrew. The
NPRM proposed to require inspecting
the network interface installation
between the IMS and the CES, and
disconnecting the installation, if
necessary. We are issuing this AD to
prevent the transmission of misleading
navigational information, which could
adversely affect the ability of the
flightcrew to maintain the safe flight
and landing of the airplane.
Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority
for Canada, has issued Canadian
Airworthiness Directive CF–2015–19,
dated July 20, 2015 (referred to after this
as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 97 (Thursday, May 19, 2016)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 31492-31495]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-11427]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2013-0703; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-004-AD;
Amendment 39-18518; AD 2016-10-07]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. 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 certain
Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311,
and -315 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of a pilot
commanding an in-flight engine shut down in response to a low oil
pressure warning indication. Further investigation revealed the
mounting studs in the engine mounted alternating current (AC) generator
mounting plate were pulled out of position and the threaded interface
in the plate was corroded. This AD requires repetitive inspections for
discrepancies on certain AC generator mounting adapters, and replacing
discrepant adapters with serviceable ones. This AD also requires
revising the maintenance program to incorporate a repetitive task
specified in certain temporary revisions. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct corrosion in the AC generator mounting plate, which
could result in a gap between the AC generator and the generator
mounting plate, and cause loss of engine oil and consequent engine
failure.
DATES: This AD is effective June 23, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of June 23,
2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt
Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone: 416-375-4000;
fax: 416-375-4539; email: thd.qseries@aero.bombardier.com; Internet
https://www.bombardier.com. You may view this 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. It is also available on the
Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating
Docket No. FAA-2013-0703.
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-2013-
0703; 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 street address for the Docket Office (telephone
800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West
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Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Services Branch, ANE-172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
NY 11590; telephone: 516-228-7301; fax: 516-794-5531.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain
Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311,
and -315 airplanes. The SNPRM published in the Federal Register on
January 13, 2016 (81 FR 1563), (``the SNPRM''). We preceded the SNPRM
with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the
Federal Register on August 28, 2013 (78 FR 53080), (``the NPRM''). The
NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections for discrepancies on
certain AC generator mounting adapters, and replacing discrepant
adapters with serviceable ones. The NPRM also proposed to require
revising the maintenance program to incorporate a repetitive task
specified in certain temporary revisions. The NPRM was prompted by a
report of a pilot commanding an in-flight engine shut down in response
to a low oil pressure warning indication. Further investigation
revealed the mounting studs in the engine mounted AC generator mounting
plate were pulled out of position and the threaded interface in the
plate was corroded.
The SNPRM proposed to require the actions specified in the NPRM,
and to expand the proposed applicability. We are issuing this AD to
detect and correct corrosion in the AC generator mounting plate, which
could result in a gap between the AC generator and the generator
mounting plate, and cause loss of engine oil and consequent engine
failure.
Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive, CF-
2012-29R1, effective April 28, 2015 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to
correct an unsafe condition for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-
102, -103, -106, -201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes. The MCAI
states:
An incident has been reported, on the DHC-8 aeroplane, where a
pilot commanded in-flight engine shut down in response to an engine
low oil pressure warning indication.
Further investigation revealed the mounting studs in the engine
mounted alternating current (AC) generator mounting plate were
pulled out of position and the threaded interface in the plate
corroded. This resulted in a gap between the AC generator and the
generator mounting plate, leading to the loss of engine oil and the
ensuing illumination of the associated engine low oil pressure
warning indication.
To ensure the integrity of the affected units, Part I of this
[Canadian] AD mandates an inspection of the affected AC generator
mounting adapters part numbers (P/N) 31708-500 or 31708-501, and, as
applicable, replacement with new or serviceable mounting plates.
Part II of this [Canadian] AD mandates the incorporation of a
repeat Maintenance Review Board (MRB) inspection applicable to the
replacement of the AC generator mounting adapters P/Ns 31708-510 or
31708-511 only.
Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD is issued to include additional
aeroplane serial numbers (003 through 018) to the Applicability
section, and to clarify the compliance schedules in Part I B. and
Part II below [in this Canadian AD].
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2013-
0703.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM or on the determination
of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the SNPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Bombardier, Inc. has issued Service Bulletin 8-24-88, Revision A,
dated September 23, 2014. This service information describes repetitive
inspections for discrepancies on certain AC generator mounting
adapters, and replacing discrepant adapters with serviceable ones.
Bombardier, Inc. has also issued the following de Havilland service
information, which introduces MRB Report Task 2420/14, ``Functional
Check (pull test) of the AC generator adapter kit.''
de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100 MRB Report Temporary
Revision MRB-153, dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, in Part 1
of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100 Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1-
8-7.
de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200 MRB Report Temporary
Revision MRB 2-31, dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, in Part
1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200 Maintenance Program Manual PSM
1-82-7.
de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300 MRB Report Temporary
Revision MRB 3-162, dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, in Part
1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300 Maintenance Program Manual PSM
1-83-7.
This service information is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 88 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it takes about 6 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $85 per work-hour. Required parts cost about $4,000 per product.
Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the AD on U.S.
operators to be $396,880, or $4,510 per product.
We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD.
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
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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 that this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
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.
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):
2016-10-07 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-18518. Docket No. FAA-
2013-0703; Directorate Identifier 2013-NM-004-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective June 23, 2016.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106,
-201, -202, -301, -311, and -315 airplanes; certificated in any
category; serial numbers 003 through 672 inclusive.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 24, Electrical
power.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of a pilot commanding an in-
flight engine shut down in response to a low oil pressure warning
indication. Further investigation revealed the mounting studs in the
engine mounted alternating current (AC) generator mounting plate
were pulled out of position and the threaded interface in the plate
corroded. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct corrosion in
the AC generator mounting plate, which could result in a gap between
the AC generator and the generator mounting plate, and cause loss of
engine oil and consequent engine failure.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection of AC Generator Mounting Adaptor and Corrective Action
Within 6,000 flight hours, or 36 months, or when the AC
generator is removed for service, whichever occurs first, after the
effective date of this AD: Do a general visual inspection and a
mechanical inspection for discrepancies (i.e., damage, corrosion,
and failed mechanical inspection) on AC generator mounting adapters
having part number (P/N) 31708-500 and P/N 31708-501, in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin
8-24-88, Revision A, dated September 23, 2014. If any discrepancy
(i.e., damage, corrosion, or failed mechanical inspection) is found,
before further flight, replace the AC generator mounting adapter
with a serviceable mounting adapter having P/N 31708-510, P/N 31708-
511, P/N 31708-500, or P/N 31708-501, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-24-88,
Revision A, dated September 23, 2014.
(h) Repetitive Inspections
For in-service mounting adapters that have P/N 31708-500 or P/N
31708-501: Repeat the general visual and mechanical inspection
required by paragraph (g) of this AD thereafter at intervals not to
exceed 6,000 flight hours, or 36 months after the most recent
inspection, or when the AC generator is removed for service,
whichever occurs first.
(i) Replacement of Certain AC Generator Mounting Adaptors
For airplanes having AC generator mounting adapters that have P/
N 31708-500 or P/N 31708-501: Within the later of the times
specified in paragraphs (i)(1) and (i)(2) of this AD, replace the AC
generator mounting adapter with a new AC generator mounting adapter
having P/N 31708-510 or P/N 31708-511.
(1) Before the accumulation of 120 months on the AC generator
mounting adapter.
(2) Within 12 months, or 2,000 flight hours, or when the
generator is removed from service, whichever occurs first after the
effective date of this AD.
(j) Airplane Maintenance Program Revision
For airplanes having AC generator mounting adapters that have P/
N 31708-510 or P/N 31708-511: Within 30 days after the effective
date of this AD, revise the airplane maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, by incorporating maintenance review board
(MRB) Report Task 2420/14, ``Functional Check (pull test) of the AC
generator adapter kit,'' in the applicable maintenance program
manual specified in paragraph (j)(1), (j)(2), or (j)(3) of this AD.
The initial compliance time for MRB Task 2420/14 is prior to the
accumulation of 10,000 total flight hours or within 60 months since
installation of the part, whichever occurs first.
(1) For Model DHC-8-102, -103, and -106 airplanes: de Havilland
Dash 8 Series 100 MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB-153, dated July
10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series
100 Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1-8-7.
(2) For Model DHC-8-201 and -202 airplanes: de Havilland Dash 8
Series 200 MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB 2-31, dated July 10,
2012, to Section 2--Systems, of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1-82-7.
(3) For Model DHC-8-301, -311, and -315 airplanes: de Havilland
Dash 8 Series 300 MRB Report Temporary Revision MRB 3-162, dated
July 10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, of the de Havilland Dash 8
Series 300 Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1-83-7.
(k) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the maintenance or inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (j) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g.,
inspections) or intervals may be used unless the actions or
intervals are approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC)
in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (m)(1) of
this AD.
(l) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph
(g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-24-88, dated
December 13, 2011, which is not incorporated by reference in this
AD.
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, 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 ACO, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing
Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516-228-7300; fax: 516-794-5531.
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. The AMOC
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approval letter must specifically reference this AD.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO,
ANE-170, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or
Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If
approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized
signature.
(n) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2012-29R1, dated April 28, 2015, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet
at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket
No. FAA-2013-0703.
(2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (o)(3) and (o)(4) of this AD.
(o) 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.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-24-88, Revision A, dated
September 23, 2014.
(ii) de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100 Maintenance Review Board
(MRB) Report Temporary Revision MRB-153, dated July 10, 2012, to
Section 2--Systems, of Part 1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 100
Maintenance Program Manual PSM 1-8-7.
(iii) de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200 MRB Report Temporary
Revision MRB 2-31, dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, of
Part 1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 200 Maintenance Program
Manual PSM 1-82-7.
(iv) de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300 MRB Report Temporary
Revision MRB 3-162, dated July 10, 2012, to Section 2--Systems, of
Part 1 of the de Havilland Dash 8 Series 300 Maintenance Program
Manual PSM 1-83-7 MRB Report.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt
Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone: 416-375-
4000; fax: 416-375-4539; email: thd.qseries@aero.bombardier.com;
Internet https://www.bombardier.com.
(4) You may view this 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.
(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/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 6, 2016.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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