Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes, 439-443 [2019-28463]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 3 / Monday, January 6, 2020 / Rules and Regulations 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the International Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@ faa.gov. 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. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or EASA; or Fokker Services B.V.’s EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (3) Paperwork Reduction Act Burden Statement: A federal agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a collection of information subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number for this information collection is 2120–0056. Public reporting for this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 1 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. All responses to this collection of information are mandatory as required by this AD; the nature and extent of confidentiality to be provided, if any. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden to Information Collection Clearance Officer, Federal Aviation Administration, 10101 Hillwood Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76177–1524. lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with RULES (j) Related Information For more information about this AD, Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206–231–3226; email Tom.Rodriguez@faa.gov. (k) 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) European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2019–0162, dated July 10, 2019. (ii) [Reserved] (3) For information about EASA AD 2019– 0162, contact the EASA, Konrad-AdenauerUfer 3, 50668 Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 89990 6017; email ADs@ easa.europa.eu; internet https:// VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:31 Jan 03, 2020 Jkt 250001 www.easa.europa.eu. You may find this EASA AD on the EASA website at https:// ad.easa.europa.eu. (4) You may view this material at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. This material may be found in the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019–0709. (5) You may view this material that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, email fedreg.legal@ nara.gov, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/ federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on December 10, 2019. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2019–28468 Filed 1–3–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2019–0256; Product Identifier 2019–NM–027–AD; Amendment 39–19786; AD 2019–22–07] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Bombardier, Inc., Model CL–600–2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes, Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes, Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, and Model CL– 600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that during Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode, the flight guidance/autopilot does not account for engine failure while capturing an altitude. This AD requires revising the existing airplane flight manual (AFM) to include a limitation and an abnormal operating procedure for the AFCS. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective February 10, 2020. SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 439 The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 10, 2020. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Coˆte-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Que´bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center North America toll-free telephone 1– 866–538–1247 or direct-dial telephone 1–514–855–2999; fax 514–855–7401; email ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; internet https://www.bombardier.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. It is also available on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019– 0256. 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–2019– 0256; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations is 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: Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7367; fax 516–794–5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@ faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Canadian AD CF–2018–32, dated December 10, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition for all Bombardier, Inc., Model CL–600–2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, Model CL– 600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes, Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes, Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet E:\FR\FM\06JAR1.SGM 06JAR1 440 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 3 / Monday, January 6, 2020 / Rules and Regulations Series 900) airplanes, and Model CL– 600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to the airplanes identified in the MCAI. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 14, 2019 (84 FR 21276). The NPRM was prompted by a report that during AFCS ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode the flight guidance/autopilot does not account for engine failure while capturing an altitude. The NPRM proposed to require revising the existing AFM to include a limitation and abnormal operating procedure for the AFCS. The FAA is issuing this AD to address an engine failure, if it occurs during or before a climb while in ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode, which may cause the airspeed to drop significantly below the safe operating speed, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane. See the MCAI for additional background information. Comments The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA’s response to each comment. lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with RULES Support for the NPRM The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) indicated its support for the NPRM. Endeavor Air stated that it has no objection to adding a requirement to revise the existing AFM to include the information in Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02–08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS,’’ of the applicable Bombardier AFM. Request To Remove a Proposed Requirement Endeavor Air stated that it disagreed with the proposed requirement to revise the existing AFM to include the information in Subject C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ or ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES,’’ as applicable, of the applicable Bombardier AFM. The commenter stated that the increased pilot workload of having to accomplish two independent quick reference handbook procedures following an engine failure would reduce the safety margins. The commenter explained that when an engine failure occurs during (V) ALTS VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:31 Jan 03, 2020 Jkt 250001 CAP mode, the resulting speed decay is minimal given a worst-case scenario of climbing at a slow airspeed with a high rate of climb, which could result in the greatest amount of time in (V) ALTS CAP mode. The commenter further explained that by the time the pilot flying the airplane called for the procedure and disconnected the autopilot, the (V) ALTS CAP phase would be over and the airplane would be in level flight. The commenter mentioned that the decrease in automation and increase in pilot workload could reduce the pilot’s situational awareness of the engine failure malfunction and the state of the airplane. The FAA infers that the commenter is requesting that the requirement to revise the existing AFM to include the information specified in Subject C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ or ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05– 02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES,’’ of the applicable Bombardier AFM be removed from this AD. The FAA disagrees with the commenter’s request. In ALTS CAP mode the speed control is on thrust; therefore, the loss of a single engine would result in airspeed decay if the flight director guidance was followed by the autopilot or flight director commands. Furthermore, for the Model CL–600– 2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes, Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes, Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, and Model CL– 600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes, a simulation showed that at certain weights, VMCA (the minimum control speed in the air) could be reached before the stall warning occurred, with the potential for loss of control of the airplane if the flight director commands were followed without any pilot action to otherwise control speed with pitch attitude. In some worst-case conditions, to ensure a safe speed, the automation (autopilot) must be disconnected. In addition, the purpose of the AFM abnormal procedure is to ensure flightcrew awareness of the requirement to disconnect the autopilot and control the airspeed with pitch attitude. In regard to increased pilot workload, the FAA considered that a pilot of at least average skill would, in most cases, intuitively disconnect the autopilot and control speed manually in the event of a large deceleration while in ALTS CAP mode. The intent of the AFM abnormal procedure is to provide instructions for PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 the steps required to maintain speed control, as opposed to a checklist in a quick reference handbook to address such a situation if encountered. Furthermore, in some conditions, the duration of ALTS CAP mode may be short enough that the airspeed decay may not be large, but the AFM must address the worst-case conditions. The FAA has not revised this AD in regard to this issue. Conclusion The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed, except for minor editorial changes. The FAA has determined that these minor changes: • Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and • Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Bombardier has issued the following service information, which describes procedures for revising the existing AFM by including a limitation that specifies a warning for the AFCS and an abnormal operating procedure if an engine failure occurs during or before a climb while in ALTS CAP mode or if an engine failure occurs during or before a climb while in (V) ALTS CAP mode. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. • Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02– 08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS;’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES;’’ of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2B19 AFM, Volume 1, CSP A–012, Revision 70, dated July 13, 2018. • Subject 2,’’ Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02– 08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS;’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES;’’ of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet CL–600–2C10, AFM CSP B–012, Revision 24, dated May 11, 2018. • Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02– E:\FR\FM\06JAR1.SGM 06JAR1 441 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 3 / Monday, January 6, 2020 / Rules and Regulations 08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS;’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES;’’ of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2D24 and CL–600–2D15 AFM, Volume 1, CSP C–012, Revision 19A, dated August 17, 2018. • Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02– 08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS;’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES;’’ of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2E25 AFM CSP D–012, Revision 20, dated September 28, 2018. 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 The FAA estimates that this AD affects 985 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: ESTIMATED COSTS FOR REQUIRED ACTIONS Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators 1 work-hour × $85 per hour = $85 .............................................................................................. $0 $85 $83,725 lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with RULES 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. The FAA is 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. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division. 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 VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:31 Jan 03, 2020 Jkt 250001 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) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. 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): ■ 2019–22–07 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39–19786; Docket No. FAA–2019–0256; Product Identifier 2019–NM–027–AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective February 10, 2020. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to the Bombardier, Inc. airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 through (5) of this AD, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (1) Model CL–600–2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes. (2) Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes. (3) Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes. (4) Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes. (5) Model CL–600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 22, Auto flight. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report that during Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode the flight guidance/autopilot does not account for engine failure while capturing an altitude. The FAA is issuing this AD to address an engine failure, if it occurs during or before a climb while in ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode, which may cause the airspeed to drop significantly below the safe operating speed, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Revision of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM) Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the existing AFM to include the information in Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02–08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS;’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ or Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES;’’ as applicable; of the applicable AFM identified in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD. BILLING CODE 4910–01–P E:\FR\FM\06JAR1.SGM 06JAR1 442 Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 3 / Monday, January 6, 2020 / Rules and Regulations Figure 1 to paragraph (g) - AFM Revision Bombardier Airplane Model AFMNumber CRJ Series Regional Jet AFM Revision CL-600-2B 19 CSP A-012, Volume 1 Revision 70, dated July 13, 2018. CL-600-2C10 CSP B-012 Revision 24, dated May 11, 2018. CL-600-2D15 CL-600-2D24 CSP C-012, Volume 1 Revision 19A, dated August 17, 2018. CL-600-2E25 CSP D-012 Revision 20, dated September 28, 2018. (h) 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 the applicable AFM specified in figure 2 to paragraph (h) of this AD. Figure 2 to paragraph (h) - Credit for Previous AFM Revision CL-600-2B 19 CL-600-2C10 CSP A-012 Revision 68, dated August 4, 2017; or Revision 69, dated January 5, 2018. CSP B-012 Revision 22, dated September 15, 2017; Revision 22A, dated January 3, 2018; Revision 23, dated March 2, 2018; or Revision 23A, dated April 30, 2018. CSP C-012 Revision Revision Revision Revision Revision Revision 17, dated October 13, 2017; 17A, dated November 15, 2017; 17B, dated January 3, 2018; 18, dated March 29, 2018; 18A, dated April 30, 2018; or 19, dated June 15, 2018. CSP D-012 Revision Revision Revision Revision 17, dated June 16, 2017; 18, dated November 10, 2017; 18A, dated January 3, 2018; or 19, dated April 27, 2018. CL-600-2D15 CL-600-2D24 lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with RULES CL-600-2E25 BILLING CODE 4910–13–C (i) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:31 Jan 03, 2020 Jkt 250001 CRJ Series Regional Jet AFM Revision (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 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 E:\FR\FM\06JAR1.SGM 06JAR1 ER06JA20.001</GPH> AFMNumber ER06JA20.000</GPH> Bombardier Airplane Model Federal Register / Vol. 85, No. 3 / Monday, January 6, 2020 / Rules and Regulations appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 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. (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 Branch, 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. lotter on DSKBCFDHB2PROD with RULES (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian AD CF–2018–32, dated December 10, 2018, 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–2019–0256. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228– 7367; fax 516–794–5531; email 9-avs-nyacocos@faa.gov. (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (k)(3) and (4) of this AD. (k) 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 CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2B19 Airplane Flight Manual (AFM), Volume 1, CSP A–012, Revision 70, dated July 13, 2018. (A) Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02–08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS.’’ (B) Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.’’ (ii) Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2C10 AFM, CSP B–012, Revision 24, dated May 11, 2018. (A) Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02–08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS.’’ (B) Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.’’ VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:31 Jan 03, 2020 Jkt 250001 (iii) Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2D24 and Model CL–600– 2D15 AFM, Volume 1, CSP C–012, Revision 19A, dated August 17, 2018. (A) Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02–08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS.’’ (B) Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.’’ (iv) Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL–600–2E25 AFM, CSP D–012, Revision 20, dated September 28, 2018. (A) Subject 2, ‘‘Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),’’ of Section 02–08, ‘‘System Limitations,’’ of Chapter 2, ‘‘LIMITATIONS.’’ (B) Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,’’ and Subject 1.C, ‘‘Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,’’ of Section 05–02, ‘‘In-flight Engine Failures,’’ of Chapter 5, ‘‘ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.’’ (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Coˆte Vertu Road West, Dorval, Que´bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center North America toll-free telephone 1– 866–538–1247 or direct-dial telephone 1– 514–855–2999; fax 514–855–7401; email ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; internet https://www.bombardier.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. (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, email fedreg.legal@nara.gov, or go to: https:// www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html. 443 The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Viking Air Limited Model CL–215– 1A10 and CL–215–6B11 (CL–215T Variant) airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks on the wing lower skin under the drag angle at a certain wing station (WS). This AD requires a one-time inspection of the wing lower skin under the drag angle at a certain WS to determine if a certain repair or modification has been accomplished; repetitive visual inspections of certain fuselage structures; repetitive eddy current inspections of the front spar along a certain WS reference line, the drag angle, and all fastener holes; repetitive structural gap checks of a certain surface; and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also requires replacing certain rivets with certain fasteners, and corrective actions if necessary. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. SUMMARY: This AD is effective February 10, 2020. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 10, 2020. DATES: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION For service information identified in this final rule, contact Viking Air Limited, 1959 de Havilland Way, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 5V5, Canada; telephone +1–250–656– 7227; fax +1–250–656–0673; email acstechnical.publications@vikingair.com; internet https://www.vikingair.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. It is also available on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019–0710. Federal Aviation Administration Examining the AD Docket 14 CFR Part 39 You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2019– 0710; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on November 18, 2019. Jeffrey E. Duven, Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2019–28463 Filed 1–3–20; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P [Docket No. FAA–2019–0710; Product Identifier 2019–NM–060–AD; Amendment 39–21009; AD 2019–25–11] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.; Canadair Limited) Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 ADDRESSES: E:\FR\FM\06JAR1.SGM 06JAR1

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[Federal Register Volume 85, Number 3 (Monday, January 6, 2020)]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2019-0256; Product Identifier 2019-NM-027-AD; Amendment 
39-19786; AD 2019-22-07]
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: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) 
airplanes, Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) 
airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes, Model 
CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, and Model CL-600-2E25 
(Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report 
that during Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS) ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS 
CAP mode, the flight guidance/autopilot does not account for engine 
failure while capturing an altitude. This AD requires revising the 
existing airplane flight manual (AFM) to include a limitation and an 
abnormal operating procedure for the AFCS. The FAA is issuing this AD 
to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD is effective February 10, 2020.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 10, 
2020.

ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, 
contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, 
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center North 
America toll-free telephone 1-866-538-1247 or direct-dial telephone 1-
514-855-2999; fax 514-855-7401; email [email protected]; 
internet https://www.bombardier.com. You may view this service 
information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th 
St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this 
material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available on the 
internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating 
Docket No. FAA-2019-0256.

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-2019-
0256; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., 
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains 
this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and 
other information. The address for Docket Operations is 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: Steven Dzierzynski, Aerospace 
Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Services Section, FAA, New 
York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; 
telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794-5531; email [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Discussion

    Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation 
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian AD CF-2018-32, dated December 
10, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing 
Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe 
condition for all Bombardier, Inc., Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet 
Series 100 & 440) airplanes, Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 
700, 701 & 702) airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) 
airplanes, Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet

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Series 900) airplanes, and Model CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) 
airplanes.
    The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to the airplanes 
identified in the MCAI. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on 
May 14, 2019 (84 FR 21276). The NPRM was prompted by a report that 
during AFCS ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode the flight guidance/autopilot 
does not account for engine failure while capturing an altitude. The 
NPRM proposed to require revising the existing AFM to include a 
limitation and abnormal operating procedure for the AFCS.
    The FAA is issuing this AD to address an engine failure, if it 
occurs during or before a climb while in ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode, 
which may cause the airspeed to drop significantly below the safe 
operating speed, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane. 
See the MCAI for additional background information.

Comments

    The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in 
developing this final rule. The following presents the comments 
received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment.

Support for the NPRM

    The Air Line Pilots Association, International (ALPA) indicated its 
support for the NPRM. Endeavor Air stated that it has no objection to 
adding a requirement to revise the existing AFM to include the 
information in Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' 
of Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, 
``LIMITATIONS,'' of the applicable Bombardier AFM.

Request To Remove a Proposed Requirement

    Endeavor Air stated that it disagreed with the proposed requirement 
to revise the existing AFM to include the information in Subject C, 
``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' or ``Engine Failure in 
Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine 
Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES,'' as applicable, of 
the applicable Bombardier AFM. The commenter stated that the increased 
pilot workload of having to accomplish two independent quick reference 
handbook procedures following an engine failure would reduce the safety 
margins. The commenter explained that when an engine failure occurs 
during (V) ALTS CAP mode, the resulting speed decay is minimal given a 
worst-case scenario of climbing at a slow airspeed with a high rate of 
climb, which could result in the greatest amount of time in (V) ALTS 
CAP mode. The commenter further explained that by the time the pilot 
flying the airplane called for the procedure and disconnected the 
autopilot, the (V) ALTS CAP phase would be over and the airplane would 
be in level flight. The commenter mentioned that the decrease in 
automation and increase in pilot workload could reduce the pilot's 
situational awareness of the engine failure malfunction and the state 
of the airplane.
    The FAA infers that the commenter is requesting that the 
requirement to revise the existing AFM to include the information 
specified in Subject C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' or 
``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of Section 05-02, 
``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES,'' 
of the applicable Bombardier AFM be removed from this AD. The FAA 
disagrees with the commenter's request. In ALTS CAP mode the speed 
control is on thrust; therefore, the loss of a single engine would 
result in airspeed decay if the flight director guidance was followed 
by the autopilot or flight director commands.
    Furthermore, for the Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 
701 & 702) airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) 
airplanes, Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, and 
Model CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes, a simulation 
showed that at certain weights, VMCA (the minimum control 
speed in the air) could be reached before the stall warning occurred, 
with the potential for loss of control of the airplane if the flight 
director commands were followed without any pilot action to otherwise 
control speed with pitch attitude. In some worst-case conditions, to 
ensure a safe speed, the automation (autopilot) must be disconnected.
    In addition, the purpose of the AFM abnormal procedure is to ensure 
flightcrew awareness of the requirement to disconnect the autopilot and 
control the airspeed with pitch attitude. In regard to increased pilot 
workload, the FAA considered that a pilot of at least average skill 
would, in most cases, intuitively disconnect the autopilot and control 
speed manually in the event of a large deceleration while in ALTS CAP 
mode. The intent of the AFM abnormal procedure is to provide 
instructions for the steps required to maintain speed control, as 
opposed to a checklist in a quick reference handbook to address such a 
situation if encountered. Furthermore, in some conditions, the duration 
of ALTS CAP mode may be short enough that the airspeed decay may not be 
large, but the AFM must address the worst-case conditions. The FAA has 
not revised this AD in regard to this issue.

Conclusion

    The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments 
received, and determined that air safety and the public interest 
require adopting this final rule as proposed, except for minor 
editorial changes. The FAA has determined that these minor changes:
     Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the 
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the NPRM.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Bombardier has issued the following service information, which 
describes procedures for revising the existing AFM by including a 
limitation that specifies a warning for the AFCS and an abnormal 
operating procedure if an engine failure occurs during or before a 
climb while in ALTS CAP mode or if an engine failure occurs during or 
before a climb while in (V) ALTS CAP mode. These documents are distinct 
since they apply to different airplane models.
     Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, ``LIMITATIONS;'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' and 
Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL 
PROCEDURES;'' of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-
2B19 AFM, Volume 1, CSP A-012, Revision 70, dated July 13, 2018.
     Subject 2,'' Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, ``LIMITATIONS;'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' and 
Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL 
PROCEDURES;'' of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet CL-600-2C10, 
AFM CSP B-012, Revision 24, dated May 11, 2018.
     Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-

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08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, ``LIMITATIONS;'' and Subject 
1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' and Subject 1.C, 
``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of Section 05-02, 
``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES;'' 
of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-2D24 and CL-600-
2D15 AFM, Volume 1, CSP C-012, Revision 19A, dated August 17, 2018.
     Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, ``LIMITATIONS;'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' and 
Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL 
PROCEDURES;'' of the Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-
2E25 AFM CSP D-012, Revision 20, dated September 28, 2018.
    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

    The FAA estimates that this AD affects 985 airplanes of U.S. 
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:

                                      Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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                                                                                    Cost per       Cost on U.S.
                          Labor cost                              Parts cost        product         operators
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1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85.............................              $0              $85          $83,725
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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.
    The FAA is 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.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the 
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by 
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is 
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but 
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the 
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and 
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.

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) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
    (3) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or 
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria 
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.

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):

2019-22-07 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-19786; Docket No. FAA-
2019-0256; Product Identifier 2019-NM-027-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective February 10, 2020.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to the Bombardier, Inc. airplanes identified in 
paragraphs (c)(1) through (5) of this AD, certificated in any 
category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
    (1) Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes.
    (2) Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) 
airplanes.
    (3) Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes.
    (4) Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes.
    (5) Model CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 22, Auto flight.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a report that during Automatic Flight 
Control System (AFCS) ALTS CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode the flight 
guidance/autopilot does not account for engine failure while 
capturing an altitude. The FAA is issuing this AD to address an 
engine failure, if it occurs during or before a climb while in ALTS 
CAP or (V) ALTS CAP mode, which may cause the airspeed to drop 
significantly below the safe operating speed, possibly resulting in 
reduced control of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Revision of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM)

    Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the 
existing AFM to include the information in Subject 2, ``Automatic 
Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of Section 02-08, ``System 
Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, ``LIMITATIONS;'' and Subject 1.C, 
``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' or Subject 1.C, 
``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of Section 05-02, 
``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, ``ABNORMAL 
PROCEDURES;'' as applicable; of the applicable AFM identified in 
figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD.
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(h) 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 the applicable AFM specified in figure 2 to 
paragraph (h) of this AD.
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(i) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New 
York ACO Branch, 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

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appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the 
certification office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing 
Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 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.
    (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 
Branch, 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.

(j) Related Information

    (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information 
(MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2018-32, dated December 10, 2018, 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-2019-0256.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Steven 
Dzierzynski, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems 
Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, 
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7367; fax 516-794-
5531; email [email protected].
    (3) Service information identified in this AD that is not 
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in 
paragraphs (k)(3) and (4) of this AD.

(k) 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 CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-2B19 
Airplane Flight Manual (AFM), Volume 1, CSP A-012, Revision 70, 
dated July 13, 2018.
    (A) Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, 
``LIMITATIONS.''
    (B) Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, 
``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.''
    (ii) Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-2C10 AFM, 
CSP B-012, Revision 24, dated May 11, 2018.
    (A) Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, 
``LIMITATIONS.''
    (B) Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, 
``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.''
    (iii) Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-2D24 and 
Model CL-600-2D15 AFM, Volume 1, CSP C-012, Revision 19A, dated 
August 17, 2018.
    (A) Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, 
``LIMITATIONS.''
    (B) Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, 
``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.''
    (iv) Bombardier CRJ Series Regional Jet Model CL-600-2E25 AFM, 
CSP D-012, Revision 20, dated September 28, 2018.
    (A) Subject 2, ``Automatic Flight Control System (AFCS),'' of 
Section 02-08, ``System Limitations,'' of Chapter 2, 
``LIMITATIONS.''
    (B) Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During ALTS CAP,'' 
and Subject 1.C, ``Engine Failure in Climb During (V) ALTS CAP,'' of 
Section 05-02, ``In-flight Engine Failures,'' of Chapter 5, 
``ABNORMAL PROCEDURES.''
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te Vertu Road West, Dorval, 
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center 
North America toll-free telephone 1-866-538-1247 or direct-dial 
telephone 1-514-855-2999; fax 514-855-7401; email 
[email protected]; internet https://www.bombardier.com.
    (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport 
Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For 
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 
206-231-3195.
    (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, email [email protected], or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.

    Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on November 18, 2019.
Jeffrey E. Duven,
Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2019-28463 Filed 1-3-20; 8:45 am]
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