Airworthiness Directives; MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes, 48767-48771 [2023-15986]
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(h) Exceptions to EASA AD 2023–0078R1
(1) Where EASA AD 2023–0078R1 refers to
‘‘05 May 2021 [the effective date of EASA AD
2021–0120–E],’’ this AD requires using May
14, 2021 (the effective date of AD 2021–10–
20).
(2) Where EASA AD 2023–0078R1 refers to
its effective date, this AD requires using the
effective date of this AD.
(3) Where paragraphs (1), (2), and (5) of
EASA AD 2023–0078R1 specify to ‘‘inform
all flight crews, and, thereafter, operate the
aeroplane accordingly,’’ this AD does not
require those actions as those actions are
already required by existing FAA operating
regulations (see 14 CFR 91.9, 91.505, and
121.137).
(4) Where paragraph (4) of EASA AD 2023–
0078R1 specifies actions if ‘‘discrepancies are
detected,’’ for this AD a ‘‘discrepancy’’ is
defined as a lack of power supply to DU 4
or a INV FAULT is not triggered.
(5) This AD does not adopt the ‘‘Remarks’’
section of EASA AD 2023–0078R1.
(i) No Reporting Requirement
Although certain service information
referenced in EASA AD 2023–0078R1
specifies to submit certain information to the
manufacturer, this AD does not include that
requirement.
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(j) Additional AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Validation 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
responsible Flight Standards Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the International Validation Branch, send
it to the attention of the person identified in
paragraph (k) of this AD. Information may be
emailed to: 9-AVS-AIR-730-AMOC@faa.gov.
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, International Validation
Branch, FAA; or EASA; or ATR–GIE Avions
de Transport Re´gional’s EASA Design
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
the DOA, the approval must include the
DOA-authorized signature.
(k) Additional Information
For more information about this AD,
contact Shahram Daneshmandi, Aviation
Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue,
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone
206–231–3220; email
shahram.daneshmandi@faa.gov.
(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.
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(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 2023–0078R1, dated April 20,
2023.
(ii) [Reserved]
(3) For EASA AD 2023–0078R1, contact
EASA, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer 3, 50668
Cologne, Germany; telephone +49 221 8999
000; email: ADs@easa.europa.eu; website:
easa.europa.eu. You may find this EASA AD
on the EASA website: ad.easa.europa.eu.
(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section,
Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th
Street, 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 fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to:
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued on July 21, 2023.
Victor Wicklund,
Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2023–15987 Filed 7–27–23; 8:45 am]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2023–1639; Project
Identifier MCAI–2023–00109–T]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; MHI RJ
Aviation ULC (Type Certificate
Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.)
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
AGENCY:
The FAA proposes to adopt a
new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL–600–
2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440),
CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700,
701 & 702), CL–600–2C11 (Regional Jet
Series 550), CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet
Series 705), CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet
Series 900), and CL–600–2E25 (Regional
Jet Series 1000) airplanes. This
proposed AD was prompted by reports
of power control unit (PCU) rod end
fractures due to pitting corrosion, and a
determination that new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations are
necessary. This proposed AD would, for
certain airplanes, require revising the
SUMMARY:
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existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, to incorporate
new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations. This proposed AD would
also require accomplishing certain
aircraft maintenance manual (AMM)
tasks and corrective actions following
short-term or long-term storage. The
FAA is proposing this AD to address the
unsafe condition on these products.
The FAA must receive comments
on this proposed AD by September 11,
2023.
DATES:
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
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.
AD Docket: You may examine the AD
docket at regulations.gov under Docket
No. FAA–2023–1639; 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 NPRM, the mandatory
continuing airworthiness information
(MCAI), any comments received, and
other information. The street address for
Docket Operations is listed above.
Material Incorporated by Reference:
• For service information identified
in this NPRM, contact MHI RJ Aviation
Group, Customer Response Center, 3655
Ave. des Grandes-Tourelles, Suite 110,
Boisbriand, Que´bec J7H 0E2 Canada;
North America toll-free telephone 833–
990–7272 or direct-dial telephone 450–
990–7272; fax 514–855–8501; email
thd.crj@mhirj.com; website mhirj.com.
• 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.
ADDRESSES:
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Gabriel Kim, Aviation Safety Engineer,
FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516–
228–7300; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@
faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any
written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposal. Send
your comments to an address listed
under ADDRESSES. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2023–1639; Project Identifier
MCAI–2023–00109–T’’ at the beginning
of your comments. The most helpful
comments reference a specific portion of
the proposal, 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 the proposal
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
regulations.gov, including any personal
information you provide. The agency
will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact received
about this NPRM.
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 NPRM
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 NPRM, 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
NPRM. Submissions containing CBI
should be sent to Gabriel Kim, Aviation
Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
11590; telephone 516–228–7300; email
9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. Any
commentary that the FAA receives
which is not specifically designated as
CBI will be placed in the public docket
for this rulemaking.
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Background
Transport Canada, which is the
aviation authority for Canada, has
issued Transport Canada AD CF–2023–
03, dated January 20, 2023 (Transport
Canada AD CF–2023–03) (also referred
to as the MCAI), to correct an unsafe
condition for all MHI RJ Aviation ULC
Model CL–600–2B19 (Regional Jet
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Series 100 & 440), CL–600–2C10
(Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702), CL–
600–2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550), CL–
600–2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705), CL–
600–2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900), and
CL–600–2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000)
airplanes. The MCAI states that inservice reports of PCU rod end fractures
due to pitting corrosion led to the
issuance of Transport Canada AD CF–
2018–29, dated November 2, 2018
(which corresponds to FAA AD 2019–
19–08, Amendment 39–19744 (84 FR
60902, November 12, 2019) (AD 2019–
19–08). AD 2019–19–08 requires
detailed inspections of the elevator PCU
rod ends and applicable corrective
actions, and prohibits using certain
aircraft maintenance manual tasks.
Pitting corrosion can cause the PCU end
rod spherical bearing to seize,
potentially inducing a bending moment
on the PCU output rod. The bending
moment will eventually fracture the rod
end. This condition, if not corrected,
could lead to a disconnect between the
PCU and the elevator or rudder control
surface, resulting in potential loss of the
control surface function or inadequate
flutter suppression. Since Transport
Canada AD CF–2018–29 was issued,
MHI RJ conducted further safety
analyses and determined that new or
more restrictive airworthiness
limitations are necessary for the
operational check of each individual
rudder PCU and elevator PCU.
Additionally, Transport Canada
determined that certain return-to-service
AMM tasks are needed following shortterm or long-term airplane storage.
The FAA is proposing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products. You may examine the MCAI
in the AD docket at regulations.gov
under Docket No. FAA–2023–1639.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed MHI RJ Temporary
Revisions ALI–0757 and ALI–0759, both
dated September 24, 2021. This service
information specifies new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations for
the elevator and rudder PCUs.
The FAA also reviewed the following
service information. This service
information specifies, among other
tasks, operational tests of the rudder
control and elevator control systems,
and detailed inspections of the rudder
PCU rod end spherical ball and elevator
PCU rod end spherical ball, and
corrective actions. Corrective actions
include making sure that the applicable
parts are moving or rotating correctly.
These documents are distinct since they
apply to different airplane models in
different configurations.
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• Subject 27–23–01, Power Control
Unit (PCU)—Rudder, Chapter 27—
Flight Controls, MHI RJ CRJ700/900/
1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part
2, CSP B–001, Revision 71, dated
December 16, 2022.
• Subject 27–33–01, Power Control
Unit (PCU)—Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2,
CSP B–001, Revision 71, dated
December 16, 2022.
• Task 27–21–00–710–805,
Operational Test of the Rudder Control
System, Subject 27–21–00, Rudder
Control System, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001,
Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
• Task 27–23–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–23–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A–
001, Revision 66, dated October 10,
2022.
• Task 27–31–00–710–803,
Operational Test of the Elevator Control
System, Subject 27–31–00, Elevator
Control System, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001,
Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
• Task 27–33–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–33–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter
27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A–
001, Revision 66, dated October 10,
2022.
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 ADDRESSES.
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 this
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 proposing this AD because the FAA
evaluated all the relevant information
and determined the unsafe condition
described previously is likely to exist or
develop on other products of the same
type design.
Proposed Requirements of This NPRM
This proposed AD would require
revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to
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incorporate new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations. This
proposed AD would also require
accomplishing certain AMM tasks and
corrective actions following short-term
or long-term storage.
This proposed AD would require
revisions to certain operator
maintenance documents to include new
actions (e.g., inspections). Compliance
with these actions is required by 14 CFR
91.403(c). For airplanes that have been
previously modified, altered, or repaired
in the areas addressed by this proposed
AD, the operator may not be able to
accomplish the actions described in the
revisions. In this situation, to comply
with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator
must request approval for an alternative
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method of compliance according to
paragraph (j)(1) of this proposed AD.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD, if
adopted as proposed, would affect 1,125
airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA
estimates the following costs to comply
with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS FOR REQUIRED ACTIONS
Labor cost
Parts cost
Cost per
product
Up to 8 work-hours × $85 per hour = $680 .....................................................................
$0
Up to $680 ..........
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).
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.
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Regulatory Findings
The FAA determined that this
proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order
13132. This proposed AD would not
have a substantial direct effect on the
States, on the relationship between the
national Government and the States, or
on the distribution of power and
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responsibilities among the various
levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I
certify this proposed regulation:
(1) Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866,
(2) Would not affect intrastate
aviation in Alaska, and
(3) Would not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
39 as follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
■
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive:
■
MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate
Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.):
Docket No. FAA–2023–1639; Project
Identifier MCAI–2023–00109–T.
(a) Comments Due Date
The FAA must receive comments on this
airworthiness directive (AD) by September
11, 2023.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all MHI RJ Aviation
ULC (Type Certificate previously held by
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Cost on U.S.
operators
Up to $765,000.
Bombardier, Inc.) airplanes identified in
paragraphs (c)(1) through (6) of this AD,
certificated in any category.
(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–600–2C11 (Regional Jet
Series 550) airplanes.
(4) Model CL–600–2D15 (Regional Jet
Series 705) airplanes.
(5) Model CL–600–2D24 (Regional Jet
Series 900) airplanes.
(6) Model CL–600–2E25 (Regional Jet
Series 1000) airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 27, Flight controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of power
control unit (PCU) rod end fractures due to
pitting corrosion and a determination that
new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations are necessary. The FAA is issuing
this AD to address fractured PCU rod ends.
This condition, if not addressed, could lead
to a disconnect between the PCU and the
elevator or rudder control surface, resulting
in potential loss of the control surface
function or inadequate flutter suppression.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Required Actions for Model CL–600–2B19
Airplanes
For Model CL–600–2B19 (Regional Jet
Series 100 & 440) airplanes: Within 60 days
after the effective date of this AD, when
returning an airplane from long-term storage
(storage lasting more than 28 days), do the
actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through
(4) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective
actions before further flight.
(1) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–21–00–710–805, Operational
Test of the Rudder Control System, Subject
27–21–00, Rudder Control System, Chapter
27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001,
Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
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(2) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–31–00–710–803, Operational
Test of the Elevator Control System, Subject
27–31–00, Elevator Control System, Chapter
27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001,
Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
(3) Accomplish a detailed inspection and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–23–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–23–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001, Revision
66, dated October 10, 2022.
(4) Accomplish a detailed inspection and
applicable corrective actions in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–33–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001, Revision
66, dated October 10, 2022.
(h) Required Actions for Model CL–600–
2C10, CL–600–2C11, CL–600–2D15 and CL–
600–2D24 Airplanes
For Model CL–600–2C10 (Regional Jet
Series 700, 701, & 702); CL–600–2C11
(Regional Jet Series 550); CL–600–2D15
(Regional Jet Series 705); and CL–600–2D24
(Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes:
Accomplish the actions required by
paragraphs (h)(1) through (3) of this AD, as
applicable.
(1) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, revise the existing maintenance
or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information specified in MHI
RJ Temporary Revisions ALI–0757 and ALI–
0759, both dated September 24, 2021. The
initial compliance time for doing the tasks is
within 400 flight hours or 6 months,
whichever occurs first after the effective date
of this AD; or within 60 days after the
effective date of this AD; whichever occurs
latest.
(2) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, when returning an airplane from
short-term storage (storage lasting 28 days or
less), do the actions specified in paragraphs
(h)(2)(i) and (ii) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight.
(i) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–23–01–710–801, Operational
Test of the Rudder PCU, Subject 27–23–01,
Power Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter
27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/
1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2,
CSP B–001, Revision 71, dated December 16,
2022.
(ii) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–710–802, Operational
Test of the Elevator Power-Control Units
(PCUs), Subject 27–33–01, Power Control
Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(3) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, when returning an airplane from
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long-term storage (storage lasting more than
28 days), do the actions specified in
paragraphs (h)(3)(i) through (iv) of this AD.
Do all applicable corrective actions before
further flight.
(i) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–23–01–710–801, Operational
Test of the Rudder PCU, Subject 27–23–01,
Power Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter
27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/
1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2,
CSP B–001, Revision 71, dated December 16,
2022.
(ii) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–710–802, Operational
Test of the Elevator Power-Control Units
(PCUs), Subject 27–33–01, Power Control
Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(iii) Accomplish a detailed inspection and
applicable corrective actions in accordance
with Task 27–23–01–220–802, Detailed
Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–23–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(iv) Accomplish a detailed inspection and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–33–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(i) Required Actions for Model CL–600–2E25
Airplanes
For Model CL–600–2E25 (Regional Jet
Series 1000) airplanes: Accomplish the
actions specified in paragraphs (i)(1) through
(3) of this AD, as applicable.
(1) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, revise the existing maintenance
or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information specified in MHI
RJ Temporary Revisions ALI–0757 and ALI–
0759, both dated September 24, 2021. The
initial compliance time for doing the tasks is
within 400 flight hours or 6 months,
whichever occurs first after the effective date
of this AD; or within 60 days after the
effective date of this AD; whichever occurs
latest.
(2) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, when returning an airplane from
short-term storage (storage lasting 28 days or
less): Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–710–802, Operational
Test of the Elevator Power-Control Units
(PCUs), Subject 27–33–01, Power Control
Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
Do all applicable corrective actions before
further flight.
(3) Within 60 days after the effective date
of this AD, when returning an airplane from
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long-term storage (storage lasting more than
28 days), do the actions specified in
paragraphs (i)(3)(i) and (ii) of this AD. Do all
applicable corrective actions before further
flight.
(i) Accomplish an operational test and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–710–802, Operational
Test of the Elevator Power-Control Units
(PCUs), Subject 27–33–01, Power Control
Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(ii) Accomplish a detailed inspection and
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with Task 27–33–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–33–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–
001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(j) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the existing maintenance or
inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (i)(1) of
this AD, no alternative actions (e.g.,
inspections), or intervals may be used unless
the actions, and intervals are approved as an
alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in
accordance with the procedures specified in
paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
Validation 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
responsible Flight Standards Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the manager, International Validation
Branch, mail it to the address identified in
paragraph (j)(2) of this AD or email to: 9AVS-AIR-730-AMOC@faa.gov. If mailing
information, also submit information by
email. 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, International Validation
Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada; or MHI
RJ Aviation ULC’s Transport Canada Design
Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by
the DAO, the approval must include the
DAO-authorized signature.
(k) Additional Information
(1) Refer to Transport Canada AD CF–
2023–03, dated January 20, 2023, for related
information. This Transport Canada AD may
be found in the AD docket at regulations.gov
under Docket No. FAA–2023–1639.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Gabriel Kim, Aviation Safety
Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
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(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) MHI RJ Temporary Revision ALI–0757,
dated September 24, 2021.
(ii) MHI RJ Temporary Revision ALI–0759,
dated September 24, 2021.
(iii) Subject 27–23–01, Power Control Unit
(PCU)—Rudder, Chapter 27—Flight Controls,
MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–001,
Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(iv) Subject 27–33–01, Power Control Unit
(PCU)—Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight Controls,
MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B–001,
Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(v) Task 27–21–00–710–805, Operational
Test of the Rudder Control System, Subject
27–21–00, Rudder Control System, Chapter
27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001,
Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
(vi) Task 27–23–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–23–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001, Revision
66, dated October 10, 2022.
(vii) Task 27–31–00–710–803, Operational
Test of the Elevator Control System, Subject
27–31–00, Elevator Control System, Chapter
27 Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001, Revision
66, dated October 10, 2022.
(viii) Task 27–33–01–220–801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End
Spherical Ball, Subject 27–33–01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A–001, Revision
66, dated October 10, 2022.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact MHI RJ Aviation Group,
Customer Response Center, 3655 Ave. des
Grandes-Tourelles, Suite 110, Boisbriand,
Que´bec J7H 0E2 Canada; North America tollfree telephone 833–990–7272 or direct-dial
telephone 450–990–7272; fax 514–855–8501;
email thd.crj@mhirj.com; website mhirj.com.
(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 fr.inspection@nara.gov, or go to:
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
VerDate Sep<11>2014
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Issued on July 21, 2023.
Victor Wicklund,
Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness
Division, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2023–15986 Filed 7–27–23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION
16 CFR Part 308
RIN 3084–AA78
Trade Regulation Rule Pursuant to the
Telephone Disclosure and Dispute
Resolution Act of 1992
Federal Trade Commission.
Proposed rule; withdrawal.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
On March 12, 1997, the
Federal Trade Commission initiated a
review of the effectiveness of its PayPer-Call Rule. The Commission sought
comment on whether to expand the
scope of this rule to cover audio
information and entertainment services
accessed by dialing telephone numbers
that begin with numbers other than
‘‘900.’’ After receiving a small number
of comments in favor of this approach,
the Commission published a notice of
proposed rulemaking to revise this rule
on October 30, 1998. While comments
received during this review were
supportive, technological changes have
muted the impact of the proposed
revisions and the Commission is
withdrawing this proposed rulemaking.
DATES: The proposed rule documents
published on March 12, 1997 (62 FR
11750), October 30, 1998 (63 FR 58523),
and January 4, 1999 (64 FR 61) are
withdrawn as of July 28, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Frances Kern (202–326–2391), Attorney,
Division of Marketing Practices, Bureau
of Consumer Protection, Federal Trade
Commission, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue
NW, Washington, DC 20580.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: On March
12, 1997, the Federal Trade Commission
(‘‘Commission’’) published a document
in the Federal Register initiating a
review of the effectiveness of the PayPer-Call Rule. 62 FR 11750. Among
other things, the Pay-Per-Call Rule
requires disclosures about the cost of
telephone-based entertainment or
information services that consumers
access by dialing a 900 number and
mandates that consumers be given the
opportunity to hang up the phone before
being charged. See 16 CFR 308.1
through 308.8. The Commission also
sought comment on whether to expand
the scope of the rule to cover audio
information and entertainment services
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accessed by dialing telephone numbers
that begin with numbers other than
‘‘900’’.
After receiving a small number of
comments in favor of this approach, the
Commission published a notice of
proposed rulemaking (‘‘NPRM’’) to
amend the rule on October 30, 1998. 63
FR 58523. Following two additional
rounds of public comment and a twoday public workshop on the proposed
changes, support to amend the Pay-PerCall Rule proved limited.1 Additionally,
technological changes have muted the
impact of the proposed amendments.
Not only did the use of 900 numbers
decline precipitously after issuance of
the NPRM,2 ultimately resulting in the
major U.S. telecommunications
providers of 900-number services
discontinuing those services,3 but such
reduction in use likewise diminished
the necessity of Commission
enforcement of the Rule. The
Commission last brought an action
under the rule in 2003.4 Accordingly,
the review of the Pay-Per-Call Rule
begun on March 12, 1997, is terminated,
and the Commission withdraws this
proposed rulemaking.
By direction of the Commission.
April J. Tabor,
Secretary.
[FR Doc. 2023–15998 Filed 7–27–23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 6750–01–P
1 On January 4, 1999, the Commission extended
the comment period and announced changes to the
dates of the public workshops held as a part of this
rulemaking review. 64 FR 61.
2 Indeed, the services previously offered through
900 numbers for a fee often came to be found for
free on the internet. See Steven Melendez, How
Dialing 1–900 in the ‘90s Foreshadowed the
Internet, FAST COMPANY, Nov. 23, 2015, https://
www.fastcompany.com/3053732/how-dialing-1900-in-the-90s-foreshadowed-the-internet.
3 AT&T, Sprint, and Verizon/MCI stopped
providing 900-number services in 2004, 2008, and
2013, respectively. See Federal Communications
Commission, Comments Invited on Application of
MCI Communications Services, Inc. d/b/a Verizon
Business Services to Discontinue Domestic
Telecommunications Services, WC Docket No. 13–
139, DA 13–1256 (May 30, 2013); Federal
Communications Commission, Order, In re Section
63.71 Application of Sprint Communications
Company L.P. for Authority to Discontinue
Domestic Telecommunications Services, WC Docket
No. 08–116, DA 08–2557 (Nov. 24, 2008); Federal
Communications Commission, Memorandum
Opinion and Order, In re AT&T Communications’
Application to Discontinue Domestic
Telecommunications Services, Comp. Pol. File No.
645, DA 03–3743 (Nov. 21, 2003).
4 Federal Trade Commission v. Alyon
Technologies, Inc., ECF No. 1, No. 03–cv–1297
(N.D. Ga. May 13, 2003). The Department of Justice,
acting on referral from the Commission, last brought
a claim under the Rule in 2004. See U.S. v.
Telemarketing, Inc., ECF No. 1, No. 04–cv–1083
(N.D. Cal. Mar. 18, 2004).
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 144 (Friday, July 28, 2023)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 48767-48771]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2023-1639; Project Identifier MCAI-2023-00109-T]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate
Previously Held by Bombardier, Inc.) Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD)
for all MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100
& 440), CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702), CL-600-2C11
(Regional Jet Series 550), CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705), CL-
600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900), and CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet
Series 1000) airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of
power control unit (PCU) rod end fractures due to pitting corrosion,
and a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations are necessary. This proposed AD would, for certain
airplanes, require revising the existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, to incorporate new or more restrictive
airworthiness limitations. This proposed AD would also require
accomplishing certain aircraft maintenance manual (AMM) tasks and
corrective actions following short-term or long-term storage. The FAA
is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: The FAA must receive comments on this proposed AD by September
11, 2023.
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 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.
AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA-2023-1639; 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 NPRM, the mandatory continuing airworthiness
information (MCAI), any comments received, and other information. The
street address for Docket Operations is listed above.
Material Incorporated by Reference:
For service information identified in this NPRM, contact
MHI RJ Aviation Group, Customer Response Center, 3655 Ave. des Grandes-
Tourelles, Suite 110, Boisbriand, Qu[eacute]bec J7H 0E2 Canada; North
America toll-free telephone 833-990-7272 or direct-dial telephone 450-
990-7272; fax 514-855-8501; email mhirj.com">[email protected]mhirj.com; website mhirj.com.
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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gabriel Kim, Aviation Safety Engineer,
FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-
228-7300; email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed
under ADDRESSES. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2023-1639; Project Identifier
MCAI-2023-00109-T'' at the beginning of your comments. The most helpful
comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, 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
the proposal 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
regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. The
agency will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal
contact received about this NPRM.
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 NPRM 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 NPRM, 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 NPRM. Submissions containing CBI should be sent to
Gabriel Kim, Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; email [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.
Background
Transport Canada, which is the aviation authority for Canada, has
issued Transport Canada AD CF-2023-03, dated January 20, 2023
(Transport Canada AD CF-2023-03) (also referred to as the MCAI), to
correct an unsafe condition for all MHI RJ Aviation ULC Model CL-600-
2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440), CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series
700, 701 & 702), CL-600-2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550), CL-600-2D15
(Regional Jet Series 705), CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900), and
CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes. The MCAI states that
in-service reports of PCU rod end fractures due to pitting corrosion
led to the issuance of Transport Canada AD CF-2018-29, dated November
2, 2018 (which corresponds to FAA AD 2019-19-08, Amendment 39-19744 (84
FR 60902, November 12, 2019) (AD 2019-19-08). AD 2019-19-08 requires
detailed inspections of the elevator PCU rod ends and applicable
corrective actions, and prohibits using certain aircraft maintenance
manual tasks. Pitting corrosion can cause the PCU end rod spherical
bearing to seize, potentially inducing a bending moment on the PCU
output rod. The bending moment will eventually fracture the rod end.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to a disconnect between
the PCU and the elevator or rudder control surface, resulting in
potential loss of the control surface function or inadequate flutter
suppression. Since Transport Canada AD CF-2018-29 was issued, MHI RJ
conducted further safety analyses and determined that new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary for the operational
check of each individual rudder PCU and elevator PCU. Additionally,
Transport Canada determined that certain return-to-service AMM tasks
are needed following short-term or long-term airplane storage.
The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on
these products. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket at
regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2023-1639.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed MHI RJ Temporary Revisions ALI-0757 and ALI-0759,
both dated September 24, 2021. This service information specifies new
or more restrictive airworthiness limitations for the elevator and
rudder PCUs.
The FAA also reviewed the following service information. This
service information specifies, among other tasks, operational tests of
the rudder control and elevator control systems, and detailed
inspections of the rudder PCU rod end spherical ball and elevator PCU
rod end spherical ball, and corrective actions. Corrective actions
include making sure that the applicable parts are moving or rotating
correctly. These documents are distinct since they apply to different
airplane models in different configurations.
Subject 27-23-01, Power Control Unit (PCU)--Rudder,
Chapter 27--Flight Controls, MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December 16,
2022.
Subject 27-33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU)--Elevator,
Chapter 27, Flight Controls, MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December 16,
2022.
Task 27-21-00-710-805, Operational Test of the Rudder
Control System, Subject 27-21-00, Rudder Control System, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A-
001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
Task 27-23-01-220-801, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder
PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-23-01, Power Control Unit (PCU),
Rudder, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
Task 27-31-00-710-803, Operational Test of the Elevator
Control System, Subject 27-31-00, Elevator Control System, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A-
001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
Task 27-33-01-220-801, Detailed Inspection of the Elevator
PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU),
Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
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 ADDRESSES.
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 this 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 proposing this AD
because the FAA evaluated all the relevant information and determined
the unsafe condition described previously is likely to exist or develop
on other products of the same type design.
Proposed Requirements of This NPRM
This proposed AD would require revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to
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incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations. This
proposed AD would also require accomplishing certain AMM tasks and
corrective actions following short-term or long-term storage.
This proposed AD would require revisions to certain operator
maintenance documents to include new actions (e.g., inspections).
Compliance with these actions is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For
airplanes that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in
the areas addressed by this proposed AD, the operator may not be able
to accomplish the actions described in the revisions. In this
situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must request
approval for an alternative method of compliance according to paragraph
(j)(1) of this proposed AD.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD, if adopted as proposed, would
affect 1,125 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the
following costs to comply with this proposed AD:
Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
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Up to 8 work-hours x $85 per hour = $0 Up to $680.................. Up to $765,000.
$680.
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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 proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not
have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship
between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution
of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed
regulation:
(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
(2) Would not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(3) Would not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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]
0
2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive:
MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate Previously Held by Bombardier,
Inc.): Docket No. FAA-2023-1639; Project Identifier MCAI-2023-00109-
T.
(a) Comments Due Date
The FAA must receive comments on this airworthiness directive
(AD) by September 11, 2023.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all MHI RJ Aviation ULC (Type Certificate
previously held by Bombardier, Inc.) airplanes identified in
paragraphs (c)(1) through (6) of this AD, certificated in any
category.
(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-600-2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550) airplanes.
(4) Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) airplanes.
(5) Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes.
(6) Model CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight
controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of power control unit (PCU) rod
end fractures due to pitting corrosion and a determination that new
or more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. The FAA
is issuing this AD to address fractured PCU rod ends. This
condition, if not addressed, could lead to a disconnect between the
PCU and the elevator or rudder control surface, resulting in
potential loss of the control surface function or inadequate flutter
suppression.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Required Actions for Model CL-600-2B19 Airplanes
For Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes:
Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, when returning
an airplane from long-term storage (storage lasting more than 28
days), do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (4) of
this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight.
(1) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-21-00-710-805, Operational Test
of the Rudder Control System, Subject 27-21-00, Rudder Control
System, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
[[Page 48770]]
(2) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-31-00-710-803, Operational Test
of the Elevator Control System, Subject 27-31-00, Elevator Control
System, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
(3) Accomplish a detailed inspection and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-23-01-220-801, Detailed
Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-23-
01, Power Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27, Flight Controls,
of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision
66, dated October 10, 2022.
(4) Accomplish a detailed inspection and applicable corrective
actions in accordance with Task 27-33-01-220-801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-
33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001,
Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
(h) Required Actions for Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2C11, CL-600-2D15
and CL-600-2D24 Airplanes
For Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701, & 702); CL-
600-2C11 (Regional Jet Series 550); CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series
705); and CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes:
Accomplish the actions required by paragraphs (h)(1) through (3) of
this AD, as applicable.
(1) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, revise
the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information specified in MHI RJ Temporary Revisions
ALI-0757 and ALI-0759, both dated September 24, 2021. The initial
compliance time for doing the tasks is within 400 flight hours or 6
months, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD;
or within 60 days after the effective date of this AD; whichever
occurs latest.
(2) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, when
returning an airplane from short-term storage (storage lasting 28
days or less), do the actions specified in paragraphs (h)(2)(i) and
(ii) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further
flight.
(i) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-23-01-710-801, Operational Test
of the Rudder PCU, Subject 27-23-01, Power Control Unit (PCU),
Rudder, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated
December 16, 2022.
(ii) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions in accordance with Task 27-33-01-710-802, Operational Test
of the Elevator Power-Control Units (PCUs), Subject 27-33-01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ
CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001,
Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(3) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, when
returning an airplane from long-term storage (storage lasting more
than 28 days), do the actions specified in paragraphs (h)(3)(i)
through (iv) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before
further flight.
(i) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-23-01-710-801, Operational Test
of the Rudder PCU, Subject 27-23-01, Power Control Unit (PCU),
Rudder, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated
December 16, 2022.
(ii) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions in accordance with Task 27-33-01-710-802, Operational Test
of the Elevator Power-Control Units (PCUs), Subject 27-33-01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ
CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001,
Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(iii) Accomplish a detailed inspection and applicable corrective
actions in accordance with Task 27-23-01-220-802, Detailed
Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-23-
01, Power Control Unit (PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27, Flight Controls,
of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP
B-001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(iv) Accomplish a detailed inspection and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-33-01-220-801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-
33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(i) Required Actions for Model CL-600-2E25 Airplanes
For Model CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes:
Accomplish the actions specified in paragraphs (i)(1) through (3) of
this AD, as applicable.
(1) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, revise
the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information specified in MHI RJ Temporary Revisions
ALI-0757 and ALI-0759, both dated September 24, 2021. The initial
compliance time for doing the tasks is within 400 flight hours or 6
months, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD;
or within 60 days after the effective date of this AD; whichever
occurs latest.
(2) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, when
returning an airplane from short-term storage (storage lasting 28
days or less): Accomplish an operational test and applicable
corrective actions in accordance with Task 27-33-01-710-802,
Operational Test of the Elevator Power-Control Units (PCUs), Subject
27-33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022. Do all
applicable corrective actions before further flight.
(3) Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD, when
returning an airplane from long-term storage (storage lasting more
than 28 days), do the actions specified in paragraphs (i)(3)(i) and
(ii) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further
flight.
(i) Accomplish an operational test and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-33-01-710-802, Operational Test
of the Elevator Power-Control Units (PCUs), Subject 27-33-01, Power
Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ
CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001,
Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(ii) Accomplish a detailed inspection and applicable corrective
actions, in accordance with Task 27-33-01-220-801, Detailed
Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-
33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight
Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December 16, 2022.
(j) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the existing maintenance or inspection program has been
revised as required by paragraphs (h)(1) and (i)(1) of this AD, no
alternative actions (e.g., inspections), or intervals may be used
unless the actions, and intervals are approved as an alternative
method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures
specified in paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Validation 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 responsible Flight Standards Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager,
International Validation Branch, mail it to the address identified
in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD or email to: [email protected]. If mailing information, also submit information by
email. 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, International
Validation Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada; or MHI RJ Aviation
ULC's Transport Canada Design Approval Organization (DAO). If
approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized
signature.
(k) Additional Information
(1) Refer to Transport Canada AD CF-2023-03, dated January 20,
2023, for related information. This Transport Canada AD may be found
in the AD docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2023-1639.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Gabriel Kim,
Aviation Safety Engineer, FAA, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite
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410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; email [email protected].
(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) MHI RJ Temporary Revision ALI-0757, dated September 24,
2021.
(ii) MHI RJ Temporary Revision ALI-0759, dated September 24,
2021.
(iii) Subject 27-23-01, Power Control Unit (PCU)--Rudder,
Chapter 27--Flight Controls, MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December
16, 2022.
(iv) Subject 27-33-01, Power Control Unit (PCU)--Elevator,
Chapter 27, Flight Controls, MHI RJ CRJ700/900/1000 Aircraft
Maintenance Manual, Part 2, CSP B-001, Revision 71, dated December
16, 2022.
(v) Task 27-21-00-710-805, Operational Test of the Rudder
Control System, Subject 27-21-00, Rudder Control System, Chapter 27,
Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP
A-001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
(vi) Task 27-23-01-220-801, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder
PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-23-01, Power Control Unit
(PCU), Rudder, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October
10, 2022.
(vii) Task 27-31-00-710-803, Operational Test of the Elevator
Control System, Subject 27-31-00, Elevator Control System, Chapter
27 Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200 Aircraft Maintenance Manual,
CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October 10, 2022.
(viii) Task 27-33-01-220-801, Detailed Inspection of the
Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, Subject 27-33-01, Power Control
Unit (PCU), Elevator, Chapter 27, Flight Controls, of MHI RJ CRJ200
Aircraft Maintenance Manual, CSP A-001, Revision 66, dated October
10, 2022.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact MHI
RJ Aviation Group, Customer Response Center, 3655 Ave. des Grandes-
Tourelles, Suite 110, Boisbriand, Qu[eacute]bec J7H 0E2 Canada;
North America toll-free telephone 833-990-7272 or direct-dial
telephone 450-990-7272; fax 514-855-8501; email mhirj.com">[email protected]mhirj.com;
website mhirj.com.
(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: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued on July 21, 2023.
Victor Wicklund,
Deputy Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2023-15986 Filed 7-27-23; 8:45 am]
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