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Vol. 86, No. 68
Monday, April 12, 2021
This section of the FEDERAL REGISTER
contains regulatory documents having general
applicability and legal effect, most of which
are keyed to and codified in the Code of
Federal Regulations, which is published under
50 titles pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 1510.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2021–0268; Project
Identifier MCAI–2020–01382–T; Amendment
39–21505; AD 2021–08–11]
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Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
Inc., Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for
comments.
AGENCY:
The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc., Model BD–700–1A10
and BD–700–1A11 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by reports of one or both
roll control input modules (RCIMs)
being incorrectly installed. This AD
requires revising the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate certain
aircraft maintenance manual (AMM)
tasks. The FAA is issuing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective April
27, 2021.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of April 27, 2021.
The FAA must receive comments on
this AD by May 27, 2021.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590.
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• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
address above between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
For service information identified in
this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc.,
400 Coˆte-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Que´bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone
514–855–5000; fax 514–855–7401; email
ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; internet
https://www.bombardier.com. You may
view this referenced service information
at the FAA, Airworthiness Products
Section, Operational Safety 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 at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2021–
0268.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket at
https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2021–0268; or in person at the
Docket Operations office between 9 a.m.
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, any comments
received, and other information. The
street address for the Docket Operations
office is listed above.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Darren Gassetto, Aerospace Engineer,
Mechanical Systems and Administrative
Services Section, FAA, New York ACO
Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone
516–228–7323; fax 516–794–5531; email
9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority
for Canada, has issued TCCA AD CF–
2020–35, dated October 7, 2020
(referred to after this as the Mandatory
Continuing Airworthiness Information,
or the MCAI), to correct an unsafe
condition for certain Bombardier, Inc.,
Model BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–
1A11 airplanes. You may examine the
MCAI at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2021–0268.
This AD was prompted by reports of
one or both RCIMs being incorrectly
installed. An investigation determined
that it is physically possible for an
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RCIM to be installed and zeroed at 180
degrees from its intended orientation.
One in-service report involved a nearaccident with damage incurred on the
airplane at landing. The FAA is issuing
this AD to prevent incorrect installation
of one or both RCIMs, which results in
a misrigging condition, causing the
multi-function spoilers to deploy
opposite to the roll command, and
could lead to loss of control of the
airplane. See the MCAI for additional
background information.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
Bombardier has issued the following
service information. This service
information describes procedures for
properly installing and maintaining the
RCIMs. These documents are distinct
since they apply to different airplane
configurations.
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Bombardier Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD–700 AMM, Revision 89, dated
February 22, 2021. (For obtaining the
tasks for Bombardier Global Express
Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD–700 AMM, use
Document Identification No. GL 700
AMM.)
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD–700 AMM, Revision 70, dated
February 22, 2021. (For obtaining the
tasks for Bombardier Global 5000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD–700 AMM, use
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Document Identification No. GL 5000
AMM.)
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
GL 5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 37,
dated February 22, 2021.
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance
Manual, Publication No. GL 5500 AMM,
Revision 6, dated February 22, 2021.
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
GL 6000 AMM, Revision 38, dated
February 22, 2021.
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
GL 6500 AMM, Revision 7, dated
February 22, 2021.
• Tasks 27–11–13–400–801,
‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control Input-
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Module,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ in Part II of the
Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision 67, dated
February 22, 2021. (For obtaining the
tasks for Bombardier Global Express
XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD–700 XRS AMM, use
Document Identification No. GL XRS
AMM.)
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.
FAA’s Determination
This product has been approved by
the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation
in the United States. Pursuant to the
FAA’s bilateral agreement with the State
of Design Authority, the FAA has been
notified of the unsafe condition
described in the MCAI and service
information referenced above. The FAA
is issuing this AD because the FAA
evaluated all pertinent information and
determined the unsafe condition exists
and is likely to exist or develop on other
products of the same type design.
Requirements of This AD
This AD requires revising the existing
maintenance or inspection program, as
applicable, to incorporate certain AMM
tasks.
Justification for Immediate Adoption
and Determination of the Effective Date
Section 553(b)(3)(B) of the
Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5
U.S.C. 551 et seq.) authorizes agencies
to dispense with notice and comment
procedures for rules when the agency,
for ‘‘good cause,’’ finds that those
procedures are ‘‘impracticable,
unnecessary, or contrary to the public
interest.’’ Under this section, an agency,
upon finding good cause, may issue a
final rule without providing notice and
seeking comment prior to issuance.
Further, section 553(d) of the APA
authorizes agencies to make rules
effective in less than thirty days, upon
a finding of good cause.
An unsafe condition exists that
requires the immediate adoption of this
AD without providing an opportunity
for public comments prior to adoption.
The FAA has found that the risk to the
flying public justifies forgoing notice
and comment prior to adoption of this
rule because incorrect installation of
one or both RCIMs results in a
misrigging condition, causing the multifunction spoilers to deploy opposite to
the roll command, and could lead to
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loss of control of the airplane.
Accordingly, notice and opportunity for
prior public comment are impracticable
and contrary to the public interest
pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(B).
In addition, the FAA finds that good
cause exists pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553(d)
for making this amendment effective in
less than 30 days, for the same reasons
the FAA found good cause to forgo
notice and comment.
Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any
written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this AD. Send your
comments to an address listed under
ADDRESSES. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
2021–0268; Project Identifier MCAI–
2020–01382–T’’ at the beginning of your
comments. The most helpful comments
reference a specific portion of the final
rule, explain the reason for any
recommended change, and include
supporting data. The FAA will consider
all comments received by the closing
date and may amend this final rule
because of those comments.
Except for Confidential Business
Information (CBI) as described in the
following paragraph, and other
information as described in 14 CFR
11.35, the FAA will post all comments
received, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information you provide. The
agency will also post a report
summarizing each substantive verbal
contact received about this final rule.
Confidential Business Information
CBI is commercial or financial
information that is both customarily and
actually treated as private by its owner.
Under the Freedom of Information Act
(FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), CBI is exempt
from public disclosure. If your
comments responsive to this AD contain
commercial or financial information
that is customarily treated as private,
that you actually treat as private, and
that is relevant or responsive to this AD,
it is important that you clearly designate
the submitted comments as CBI. Please
mark each page of your submission
containing CBI as ‘‘PROPIN.’’ The FAA
will treat such marked submissions as
confidential under the FOIA, and they
will not be placed in the public docket
of this AD. Submissions containing CBI
should be sent to Darren Gassetto,
Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical
Systems and Administrative Services
Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch,
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–
228–7323; fax 516–794–5531; email
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commentary that the FAA receives
which is not specifically designated as
CBI will be placed in the public docket
for this rulemaking.
Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA)
The requirements of the RFA do not
apply when an agency finds good cause
pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553 to adopt a rule
without prior notice and comment.
Because the FAA has determined that it
has good cause to adopt this rule
without notice and comment, RFA
analysis is not required.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD
affects 397 airplanes of U.S. registry.
The FAA estimates the following costs
to comply with this AD:
The FAA has determined that revising
the maintenance or inspection program
takes an average of 90 work-hours per
operator, although the agency
recognizes that this number may vary
from operator to operator. Since
operators incorporate maintenance or
inspection program changes for their
affected fleet(s), the FAA has
determined that a per-operator estimate
is more accurate than a per-airplane
estimate. Therefore, the agency
estimates the average total cost per
operator to be $7,650 (90 work-hours ×
$85 per work-hour).
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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.
Regulatory Findings
The FAA 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
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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,
and
(2) Will not affect intrastate aviation
in Alaska.
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:
■
2021–08–11 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment
39–21505; Docket No. FAA–2021–0268;
Project Identifier MCAI–2020–01382–T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes
effective April 27, 2021.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc.,
Model BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–1A11
airplanes, certificated in any category, having
serial numbers 9002 through 9998 inclusive,
60005 through 60007 inclusive, 60013, and
60015 through 60019 inclusive.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 27, Flight controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of one
or both roll control input modules (RCIMs)
being incorrectly installed. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address incorrect
installation of one or both RCIMs, which
results in a misrigging condition, causing the
multi-function spoilers to deploy opposite to
the roll command, and could lead to loss of
control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
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(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program
Revision
Within 10 days after the effective date of
this AD, revise the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information in Tasks 27–11–
13–400–801, ‘‘Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight
Controls,’’ in Part II of the applicable
document specified in paragraphs (g)(1)
through (7) of this AD.
(1) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 89, dated February 22,
2021.
Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global Express
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL 700 AMM.
(2) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 70, dated February 22,
2021.
Note 2 to paragraph (g)(2): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, use Document Identification No.
GL 5000 AMM.
(3) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 37, dated
February 22, 2021.
(4) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5500 AMM, Revision 6, dated February 22,
2021.
(5) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 38, dated February 22,
2021.
(6) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 7, dated February 22,
2021.
(7) Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision 67, dated
February 22, 2021.
Note 3 to paragraph (g)(7): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL XRS AMM.
(h) Maintenance Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, no
person may perform maintenance on any
RCIM using a version of Task 27–11–13–400–
801, ‘‘Installation of the Roll Control InputModule’’ (including Figure 401, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module—Removal/
Installation’’), 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Function
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module,’’ or
27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment of the Roll
Control Input-Module,’’ dated before
February 21, 2020.
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(i) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for the
actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD,
if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using Tasks 27–11–
13–400–801, ‘‘Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ 27–11–13–720–801,
‘‘Functional Test of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ and 27–11–13–820–801,
‘‘Adjustment of the Roll Control InputModule,’’ of Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control
Input-Module,’’ of Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight
Controls,’’ in Part II of the applicable service
information specified in paragraphs (i)(1)
through (30) of this AD.
(1) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 85, dated February 21,
2020.
Note 4 to paragraph (i)(1): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global Express
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL 700 AMM.
(2) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 86, dated May 21, 2020.
(3) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 87, dated August 17,
2020.
(4) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 88, dated November 11,
2020.
(5) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 66, dated February 21,
2020.
Note 5 to paragraph (i)(5): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, use Document Identification No.
GL 5000 AMM.
(6) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 67, dated May 21, 2020.
(7) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 68, dated August 17,
2020.
(8) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, Revision 69, dated November 11,
2020.
(9) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 33, dated
February 21, 2020.
(10) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 34, dated May
21, 2020.
(11) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 35, dated August
17, 2020.
(12) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 36, dated
November 11, 2020.
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(13) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5500 AMM, Revision 2, dated February 21,
2020.
(14) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5500 AMM, Revision 3, dated May 21, 2020.
(15) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5500 AMM, Revision 4, dated August 17,
2020.
(16) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
5500 AMM, Revision 5, dated November 11,
2020.
(17) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 33, dated February 21,
2020.
(18) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 34, dated May 21, 2020.
(19) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 35, dated August 17,
2020.
(20) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 36, dated August 26,
2020.
(21) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 37, dated November 11,
2020.
(22) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 2, dated February 21,
2020.
(23) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 3, dated May 21, 2020.
(24) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 4, dated August 17,
2020.
(25) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 5, dated August 26,
2020.
(26) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 6, dated November 11,
2020.
(27) Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision 63, dated
February 21, 2020.
Note 6 to paragraph (i)(27): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL XRS AMM.
(28) Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision 64, dated
May 21, 2020.
(29) Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision 65, dated
August 17, 2020.
(30) Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision 66, dated
November 11, 2020.
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(j) 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 responsible Flight Standards
Office, as 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
responsible Flight Standards 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, 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.
(k) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) TCCA AD
CF–2020–35, dated October 7, 2020, for
related information. This MCAI may be
found in the AD docket at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA–2021–0268.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Darren Gassetto, Aerospace Engineer,
Mechanical Systems and Administrative
Services Section, FAA, New York ACO
Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–228–
7323; 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 (l)(3) and (4) of this AD.
(l) 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 Global Express Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No.
BD–700 AMM, Revision 89, dated February
22, 2021, Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight Controls,’’
Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control InputModule’’:
(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input–Module—
Removal/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
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(ii) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No.
BD–700 AMM, Revision 70, dated February
22, 2021, Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight Controls,’’
Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control InputModule’’:
(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input–Module—
Removal/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
(iii) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring
Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No.
GL 5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 37, dated
February 22, 2021, Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight
Controls,’’ Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control
Input-Module’’:
(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input-Module—
Removal/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
(iv) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No.
GL 5500 AMM, Revision 6, dated February
22, 2021, Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight Controls,’’
Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control InputModule’’:
(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input-Module—
Removal/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
(v) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No.
GL 6000 AMM, Revision 38, dated February
22, 2021, Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight Controls,’’
Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control InputModule’’:
(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input-Module—
Removal/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
(vi) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No.
GL 6500 AMM, Revision 7, dated February
22, 2021, Chapter 27, ‘‘Flight Controls,’’
Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll Control InputModule’’:
(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input-Module—
Removal/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
(vii) Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part II,
Publication No. BD–700 XRS AMM, Revision
67, dated February 22, 2021, Chapter 27,
‘‘Flight Controls,’’ Subject 27–11–13, ‘‘Roll
Control Input-Module’’:
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(A) Task 27–11–13–400–801, ‘‘Installation
of the Roll Control Input-Module’’ (including
Figure 401, ‘‘Roll Control Input-ModuleRemoval/Installation’’);
(B) Task 27–11–13–720–801, ‘‘Functional
Test of the Roll Control Input-Module’’; and
(C) Task 27–11–13–820–801, ‘‘Adjustment
of the Roll Control Input-Module.’’
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 CoˆteVertu Road West, Dorval, Que´bec H4S 1Y9,
Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–
855–7401; email ac.yul@
aero.bombardier.com; internet https://
www.bombardier.com.
Note 7 to paragraph (l)(3): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global Express
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL 700 AMM.
Note 8 to paragraph (l)(3): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD–
700 AMM, use Document Identification No.
GL 5000 AMM.
Note 9 to paragraph (l)(3): For obtaining
the tasks for Bombardier Global Express XRS
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD–700 XRS AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL XRS AMM.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section,
Operational Safety 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.
Issued on April 2, 2021.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2020–0991; Project
Identifier AD–2020–00478–Q; Amendment
39–21509; AD 2021–08–15]
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International GMN–00962 GTS
Processor Units
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
The FAA is adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
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Garmin International (Garmin) GMN–
00962 GTS processor units (GTS 825,
GTS 855, GTS 8000). This AD was
prompted by reports of GTS processor
units issuing resolution advisories (RAs)
when no risk of collision or loss of
separation exists between the airplanes
involved. This AD requires updating the
software version of the affected GTS
Processor units. The FAA is issuing this
AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products.
DATES: This AD is effective May 17,
2021.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Garmin International, Garmin Aviation
Support 1200 E. 151st Street, Olathe, KS
66062; phone: (866) 739–5687; website:
https://fly.garmin.com/fly-garmin/
support/. You may view this service
information at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety
Branch, 901 Locust St., Kansas City, MO
64106. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA,
call (816) 329–4148.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket at
https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2020–0991; 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, 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: Paul
Rau, Aviation Safety Engineer, Wichita
ACO Branch, FAA, 1801 Airport Road,
Wichita, KS 67209; phone: (316) 946–
4149; fax: (316) 946–4107; email:
paul.rau@faa.gov or Wichita-COS@
faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
The FAA issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to Garmin GMN–00962 GTS
processor units (GTS 825, GTS 855, GTS
8000) with part number 011–02571–0( )
and software version 3.13 or earlier
(except version 3.12.1). The NPRM
published in the Federal Register on
December 14, 2020 (85 FR 80696). The
NPRM was prompted by seven reports
of false RAs involving aircraft equipped
with Garmin GMN–00962 GTS
processor configured for traffic collision
avoidance system II (TCAS II)
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2021-0268; Project Identifier MCAI-2020-01382-T;
Amendment 39-21505; AD 2021-08-11]
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AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes.
This AD was prompted by reports of one or both roll control input
modules (RCIMs) being incorrectly installed. This AD requires revising
the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate certain aircraft maintenance manual (AMM) tasks. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective April 27, 2021.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of April 27,
2021.
The FAA must receive comments on this AD by May 27, 2021.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
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; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-7401; email
[email protected]; internet https://www.bombardier.com. You
may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety 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 at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-
0268.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket at https://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-0268; or in person at
the Docket Operations office between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, any
comments received, and other information. The street address for the
Docket Operations office is listed above.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Darren Gassetto, Aerospace Engineer,
Mechanical Systems and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York
ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590;
telephone 516-228-7323; fax 516-794-5531; email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Background
Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued TCCA AD CF-2020-35, dated October 7,
2020 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or the MCAI), to correct an unsafe condition for certain
Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. You may
examine the MCAI at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and
locating Docket No. FAA-2021-0268.
This AD was prompted by reports of one or both RCIMs being
incorrectly installed. An investigation determined that it is
physically possible for an RCIM to be installed and zeroed at 180
degrees from its intended orientation. One in-service report involved a
near-accident with damage incurred on the airplane at landing. The FAA
is issuing this AD to prevent incorrect installation of one or both
RCIMs, which results in a misrigging condition, causing the multi-
function spoilers to deploy opposite to the roll command, and could
lead to loss of control of the airplane. See the MCAI for additional
background information.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Bombardier has issued the following service information. This
service information describes procedures for properly installing and
maintaining the RCIMs. These documents are distinct since they apply to
different airplane configurations.
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the
Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD-700 AMM, Revision 89, dated February 22, 2021. (For obtaining the
tasks for Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 700
AMM.)
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD-
700 AMM, Revision 70, dated February 22, 2021. (For obtaining the tasks
for Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD-700 AMM, use
[[Page 18884]]
Document Identification No. GL 5000 AMM.)
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD AMM, Revision 37,
dated February 22, 2021.
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the Global
5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision
6, dated February 22, 2021.
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6000 AMM, Revision 38, dated February 22, 2021.
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the
Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL
6500 AMM, Revision 7, dated February 22, 2021.
Tasks 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the
Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-
Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the
Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 67, dated February 22, 2021. (For
obtaining the tasks for Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, use Document
Identification No. GL XRS AMM.)
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.
FAA's Determination
This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant
to the FAA's bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority,
the FAA has been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI
and service information referenced above. The FAA is issuing this AD
because the FAA evaluated all pertinent information and determined the
unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other
products of the same type design.
Requirements of This AD
This AD requires revising the existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, to incorporate certain AMM tasks.
Justification for Immediate Adoption and Determination of the Effective
Date
Section 553(b)(3)(B) of the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) (5
U.S.C. 551 et seq.) authorizes agencies to dispense with notice and
comment procedures for rules when the agency, for ``good cause,'' finds
that those procedures are ``impracticable, unnecessary, or contrary to
the public interest.'' Under this section, an agency, upon finding good
cause, may issue a final rule without providing notice and seeking
comment prior to issuance. Further, section 553(d) of the APA
authorizes agencies to make rules effective in less than thirty days,
upon a finding of good cause.
An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of
this AD without providing an opportunity for public comments prior to
adoption. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public
justifies forgoing notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule
because incorrect installation of one or both RCIMs results in a
misrigging condition, causing the multi-function spoilers to deploy
opposite to the roll command, and could lead to loss of control of the
airplane. Accordingly, notice and opportunity for prior public comment
are impracticable and contrary to the public interest pursuant to 5
U.S.C. 553(b)(3)(B).
In addition, the FAA finds that good cause exists pursuant to 5
U.S.C. 553(d) for making this amendment effective in less than 30 days,
for the same reasons the FAA found good cause to forgo notice and
comment.
Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under
ADDRESSES. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2021-0268; Project Identifier MCAI-
2020-01382-T'' at the beginning of your comments. The most helpful
comments reference a specific portion of the final rule, explain the
reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. The FAA
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this final rule because of those comments.
Except for Confidential Business Information (CBI) as described in
the following paragraph, and other information as described in 14 CFR
11.35, the FAA will post all comments received, without change, to
https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you
provide. The agency will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact received about this final rule.
Confidential Business Information
CBI is commercial or financial information that is both customarily
and actually treated as private by its owner. Under the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), CBI is exempt from public
disclosure. If your comments responsive to this AD contain commercial
or financial information that is customarily treated as private, that
you actually treat as private, and that is relevant or responsive to
this AD, it is important that you clearly designate the submitted
comments as CBI. Please mark each page of your submission containing
CBI as ``PROPIN.'' The FAA will treat such marked submissions as
confidential under the FOIA, and they will not be placed in the public
docket of this AD. Submissions containing CBI should be sent to Darren
Gassetto, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Administrative
Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7323; fax 516-794-5531;
email
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[email protected]. Any commentary that the FAA receives which is
not specifically designated as CBI will be placed in the public docket
for this rulemaking.
Regulatory Flexibility Act (RFA)
The requirements of the RFA do not apply when an agency finds good
cause pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 553 to adopt a rule without prior notice and
comment. Because the FAA has determined that it has good cause to adopt
this rule without notice and comment, RFA analysis is not required.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD affects 397 airplanes of U.S.
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:
The FAA has determined that revising the maintenance or inspection
program takes an average of 90 work-hours per operator, although the
agency recognizes that this number may vary from operator to operator.
Since operators incorporate maintenance or inspection program changes
for their affected fleet(s), the FAA has determined that a per-operator
estimate is more accurate than a per-airplane estimate. Therefore, the
agency estimates the average total cost per operator to be $7,650 (90
work-hours x $85 per work-hour).
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.
Regulatory Findings
The FAA 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, and
(2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0
1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive:
2021-08-11 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-21505; Docket No. FAA-
2021-0268; Project Identifier MCAI-2020-01382-T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective April 27,
2021.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-
700-1A11 airplanes, certificated in any category, having serial
numbers 9002 through 9998 inclusive, 60005 through 60007 inclusive,
60013, and 60015 through 60019 inclusive.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight
controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of one or both roll control
input modules (RCIMs) being incorrectly installed. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address incorrect installation of one or both
RCIMs, which results in a misrigging condition, causing the multi-
function spoilers to deploy opposite to the roll command, and could
lead to loss of control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
Within 10 days after the effective date of this AD, revise the
existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information in Tasks 27-11-13-400-801,
``Installation of the Roll Control Input-Module'' (including Figure
401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-
720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control Input-Module,'' and
27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control Input-Module,''
of Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Chapter 27,
``Flight Controls,'' in Part II of the applicable document specified
in paragraphs (g)(1) through (7) of this AD.
(1) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 89, dated February 22, 2021.
Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 700 AMM.
(2) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 70, dated February 22, 2021.
Note 2 to paragraph (g)(2): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 5000 AMM.
(3) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD AMM,
Revision 37, dated February 22, 2021.
(4) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision 6, dated February 22, 2021.
(5) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 38, dated February 22, 2021.
(6) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 7, dated February 22, 2021.
(7) Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 67, dated February 22,
2021.
Note 3 to paragraph (g)(7): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, use Document Identification No. GL
XRS AMM.
(h) Maintenance Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, no person may perform
maintenance on any RCIM using a version of Task 27-11-13-400-801,
``Installation of the Roll Control Input-Module'' (including Figure
401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--Removal/Installation''), 27-11-13-
720-801, ``Function Test of the Roll Control Input-Module,'' or 27-
11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control Input-Module,''
dated before February 21, 2020.
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(i) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using Tasks 27-11-13-400-801,
``Installation of the Roll Control Input-Module,'' 27-11-13-720-801,
``Functional Test of the Roll Control Input-Module,'' and 27-11-13-
820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Subject
27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-Module,'' of Chapter 27, ``Flight
Controls,'' in Part II of the applicable service information
specified in paragraphs (i)(1) through (30) of this AD.
(1) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 85, dated February 21, 2020.
Note 4 to paragraph (i)(1): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 700 AMM.
(2) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 86, dated May 21, 2020.
(3) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 87, dated August 17, 2020.
(4) Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 88, dated November 11, 2020.
(5) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 66, dated February 21, 2020.
Note 5 to paragraph (i)(5): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 5000 AMM.
(6) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 67, dated May 21, 2020.
(7) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 68, dated August 17, 2020.
(8) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 69, dated November 11, 2020.
(9) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD AMM,
Revision 33, dated February 21, 2020.
(10) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD AMM,
Revision 34, dated May 21, 2020.
(11) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD AMM,
Revision 35, dated August 17, 2020.
(12) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD AMM,
Revision 36, dated November 11, 2020.
(13) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision 2, dated February 21, 2020.
(14) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision 3, dated May 21, 2020.
(15) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision 4, dated August 17, 2020.
(16) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision 5, dated November 11, 2020.
(17) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 33, dated February 21, 2020.
(18) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 34, dated May 21, 2020.
(19) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 35, dated August 17, 2020.
(20) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 36, dated August 26, 2020.
(21) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 37, dated November 11, 2020.
(22) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 2, dated February 21, 2020.
(23) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 3, dated May 21, 2020.
(24) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 4, dated August 17, 2020.
(25) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 5, dated August 26, 2020.
(26) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 6, dated November 11, 2020.
(27) Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 63, dated February 21,
2020.
Note 6 to paragraph (i)(27): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, use Document Identification No. GL
XRS AMM.
(28) Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 64, dated May 21, 2020.
(29) Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 65, dated August 17, 2020.
(30) Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 66, dated November 11,
2020.
(j) 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 responsible
Flight Standards Office, as 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 responsible Flight Standards
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, 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.
(k) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) TCCA AD CF-2020-35, dated October 7, 2020, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-
2021-0268.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Darren Gassetto,
Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Administrative Services
Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7323; 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 (l)(3) and (4) of this AD.
(l) 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 Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part
II, Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 89, dated February 22,
2021, Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll
Control Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
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(ii) Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part
II, Publication No. BD-700 AMM, Revision 70, dated February 22,
2021, Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll
Control Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
(iii) Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part II, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD
AMM, Revision 37, dated February 22, 2021, Chapter 27, ``Flight
Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
(iv) Bombardier Global 5500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part
II, Publication No. GL 5500 AMM, Revision 6, dated February 22,
2021, Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll
Control Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
(v) Bombardier Global 6000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part II,
Publication No. GL 6000 AMM, Revision 38, dated February 22, 2021,
Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll Control
Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
(vi) Bombardier Global 6500 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part
II, Publication No. GL 6500 AMM, Revision 7, dated February 22,
2021, Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll
Control Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module--
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
(vii) Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Part II, Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, Revision 67, dated February
22, 2021, Chapter 27, ``Flight Controls,'' Subject 27-11-13, ``Roll
Control Input-Module'':
(A) Task 27-11-13-400-801, ``Installation of the Roll Control
Input-Module'' (including Figure 401, ``Roll Control Input-Module-
Removal/Installation'');
(B) Task 27-11-13-720-801, ``Functional Test of the Roll Control
Input-Module''; and
(C) Task 27-11-13-820-801, ``Adjustment of the Roll Control
Input-Module.''
(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; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; email [email protected]; internet https://www.bombardier.com.
Note 7 to paragraph (l)(3): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global Express Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication
No. BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 700 AMM.
Note 8 to paragraph (l)(3): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global 5000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Publication No.
BD-700 AMM, use Document Identification No. GL 5000 AMM.
Note 9 to paragraph (l)(3): For obtaining the tasks for
Bombardier Global Express XRS Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS AMM, use Document Identification No. GL
XRS AMM.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA,
Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety 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 on April 2, 2021.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2021-07536 Filed 4-8-21; 11:15 am]
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