[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 98 (Friday, May 21, 2010)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 28485-28488]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2010-11760]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2010-0034; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-120-AD;
Amendment 39-16307; AD 2010-11-02]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace LP (Type
Certificate Previously Held by Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.) Model
Gulfstream 100 Airplanes, and Model Astra SPX and 1125 Westwind Astra
Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD)
for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation
authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe
condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe
condition as:
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Incomplete closure of the MED [main entry door] may be followed
by in-flight opening of the door. As a result, the MED and the
adjacent fuselage structure may be damaged during opening and
landing impact. Damage to the left engine by flying debris and
objects may also occur.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective June 25, 2010.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of June 25,
2010.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Mike Borfitz, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425)
227-2677; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products.
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on February 8, 2010 (75
FR 6157), and proposed to supersede AD 2007-03-05, Amendment 39-14916
(72 FR 4414, January 31, 2007). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe
condition for the specified products. The MCAI states:
To increase pilots' awareness to the possibility of incomplete
closure of the Main Entry Door (MED) by the following means:
1. Splitting the common caution light CABIN DOOR signaling both
MED Improper Closure and MED Inflatable Seal Failure into two
separate lights: CABIN DOOR and CABIN DOOR SEAL.
2. Converting the separated CABIN DOOR Caution light into a
Warning light by changing its color to red.
Note: Aircraft Flight Manuals (AFM'S) refer to these changes as
MOD G1-20052.
Incomplete closure of the MED may be followed by in-flight
opening of the door. As a result, the MED and the adjacent fuselage
structure may be damaged during opening and landing impact. Damage
to the left engine by flying debris and objects may also occur.
Required actions include modifying the warning and caution lights panel
(WACLP), changing the WACLP and MED wiring, changing the wiring harness
connecting the MED to the WACLP, and ensuring the Log of Modification
of the AFM includes reference to MOD G1-20052. You may obtain further
information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Explanation of Change to Applicability
We have revised the applicability of the existing AD to identify
model designations as published in the most recent type certificate
data sheet for the affected models.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting the AD with the changes described
previously. We determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of the AD.
Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information
We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
We might also have required different actions in this AD from those
in the MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences
are highlighted in a Note within the AD.
Explanation of Change to Costs of Compliance
Since issuance of the NPRM, we have increased the labor rate used
in the Costs of Compliance from $80 per work-hour to $85 per work-hour.
The Costs of Compliance information, below, reflects
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this increase in the specified hourly labor rate.
Costs of Compliance
Based on the service information, we estimate that this AD will
affect about 120 products of U.S. registry.
The actions that are required by AD 2007-03-05 and retained in this
AD take about 1 work-hour per product, at an average labor rate of $85
per work hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the
currently required actions is $85 per product.
We estimate that it will take about 60 additional work-hours per
product to comply with the new basic requirements of this AD. Required
parts will cost about $600 per product. The average labor rate is $85
per work-hour. Where the service information lists required parts costs
that are covered under warranty, we have assumed that there will be no
charge for these costs. As we do not control warranty coverage for
affected parties, some parties may incur costs higher than estimated
here. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of the AD on U.S.
operators to be $684,000, or $5,700 per product.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov; 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 the NPRM, the regulatory evaluation,
any comments received, and other information. The street address for
the Docket Operations office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the
ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly
after receipt.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing Amendment 39-14916 (72 FR
4414, January 31, 2007) and adding the following new AD:
2010-11-02 Gulfstream Aerospace LP (Type Certificate Previously Held
by Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.): Amendment 39-16307. Docket No.
FAA-2010-0034; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-120-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective June 25,
2010.
Affected ADs
(b) This AD supersedes AD 2007-03-05, Amendment 39-14916.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Gulfstream Aerospace LP (Type Certificate
previously held by Israel Aircraft Industries, Ltd.) Model
Gulfstream 100 airplanes; and Model Astra SPX and 1125 Westwind
Astra airplanes; certificated in any category; all serial numbers.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 31:
Instruments.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
To increase pilots' awareness to the possibility of incomplete
closure of the Main Entry Door (MED) by the following means:
1. Splitting the common caution light CABIN DOOR signaling both
MED Improper Closure and MED Inflatable Seal Failure into two
separate lights: CABIN DOOR and CABIN DOOR SEAL.
2. Converting the separated CABIN DOOR Caution light into a
Warning light by changing its color to red.
Note: Aircraft Flight Manuals (AFMs) refer to these changes as
MOD G1-20052.
Incomplete closure of the MED may be followed by in-flight
opening of the door. As a result, the MED and the adjacent fuselage
structure may be damaged during opening and landing impact. Damage
to the left engine by flying debris and objects may also occur.
Required actions include modifying the warning and caution lights
panel (WACLP), changing the WACLP and MED wiring, changing the
wiring harness connecting the MED to the WACLP, and ensuring the Log
of Modification of the AFM includes reference to MOD G1-20052.
Restatement of Requirements of AD 2007-03-05, With No Changes
(f) Unless already done, do the following actions. Within 10
days after February 15, 2007 (the effective date of AD 2007-03-05),
amend Section IV, Normal Procedures, of the following Gulfstream
airplane flight manuals (AFMs): Model 1125 Astra, 25W-1001-1; Model
Astra SPX, SPX-1001-1; and Model G100, G100-1001-1; as applicable;
to include the following statement. Insertion of copies of this AD
at the appropriate places of the AFMs is acceptable.
``1. BEFORE ENGINE START:
(PRE and POST Mod 20052/Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-284):
CABIN DOOR--CLOSED (Physically verify door latch handle pin is
fully engaged in the handle lock)
2. BEFORE TAXIING:
Change the CABIN DOOR procedure as follows (POST Mod 20052/
Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-284):
Check CABIN DOOR light--OUT
3. BEFORE TAKE-OFF:
Insert between the POSITION lights switch and the THRUST LEVERS
procedures:
(PRE Mod 20052/Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-284):
Check CABIN DOOR light--OUT (50% N1 may be required)
(POST Mod 20052/Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-284):
Check CABIN DOOR light--OUT
CABIN DOOR SEAL light--OUT (50% N1 may be required)''
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Note 1: Mod 20052 is equivalent to Gulfstream Service Bulletin
100-31-284, dated August 17, 2006.
Note 2: This AD may be accomplished by a holder of a Private
Pilot's License.
NEW REQUIREMENTS OF THIS AD:
Actions and Compliance
(g) Unless already done, for all airplanes except airplane
serial number 158, do the following actions.
(1) Within 250 flight hours after the effective date of this AD:
Modify the WACLP in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions
of the applicable service bulletin identified in Table 1 of this AD.
Table 1--Modification Service Information
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Honeywell Service Bulletin-- Dated--
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80-0548-31-0001........................... April 1, 2006.
80-0548-31-0002........................... March 1, 2006.
80-5090-31-0001........................... March 1, 2006.
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(2) Within 250 flight hours after the effective date of this AD:
Change the WACLP and MED wiring in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-
284, dated August 17, 2006.
(3) Within 250 flight hours after the effective date of this AD:
Change the wiring harness connecting the MED to the WACLP in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Gulfstream
Service Bulletin 100-31-284, dated August 17, 2006.
(4) Within 250 flight hours after the effective date of this AD:
Verify that the Log of Modification of the relevant airplane flight
manual (AFM) includes reference to MOD G1-20052, and, if no
reference is found, revise the Log of Modification of the AFM to
include reference to the modification.
(5) Doing the modifications specified in paragraphs (g)(1),
(g)(2), (g)(3), and (g)(4) of this AD terminates the requirements of
paragraph (f) of this AD, and after the modifications have been
done, the AFM limitation required by paragraph (f) of this AD may be
removed from the AFM.
FAA AD Differences
Note 3: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service
information as follows: Paragraph (g)(5) of this AD mandates a
terminating action. However, Israeli Airworthiness Directive 31-06-
11-05, dated May 27, 2009, does not explicitly mandate a terminating
action. This difference has been coordinated with the Civil Aviation
Authority of Israel.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(h) The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using
the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to Attn: Mike
Borfitz, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2677; fax (425) 227-1149.
Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC
applies, notify your principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or
principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a
principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office.
The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act (44
U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has
approved the information collection requirements and has assigned
OMB Control Number 2120-0056.
Related Information
(i) Refer to MCAI Israeli Airworthiness Directive 31-06-11-05,
dated May 27, 2009, and the applicable service information
identified in Table 2 of this AD for related information.
Table 2--Service Information
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Service information Date
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Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-284 August 17, 2006.
Honeywell Service Bulletin 80-0548-31- April 1, 2006.
0001.
Honeywell Service Bulletin 80-0548-31- March 1, 2006.
0002.
Honeywell Service Bulletin 80-5090-31- March 1, 2006.
0001.
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Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use the service information contained in Table 3 of
this AD to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of the service information contained in
Table 3 of this AD under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
Table 3--Material Incorporated by Reference
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Service information Date
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Gulfstream Service Bulletin 100-31-284 August 17, 2006.
Honeywell Service Bulletin 80-0548-31- April 1, 2006.
0001.
Honeywell Service Bulletin 80-0548-31- March 1, 2006.
0002.
Honeywell Service Bulletin 80-5090-31- March 1, 2006.
0001.
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(2) For Gulfstream service information identified in this AD,
contact Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, P.O. Box 2206, Mail
Station D-25, Savannah, Georgia 31402-2206; telephone 800-810-4853;
fax 912-965-3520; e-mail [email protected]; Internet http://www.gulfstream.com/product_support/technical_pubs/pubs/index.htm.
For Honeywell service information identified in this AD, contact
Honeywell Aerospace, Technical Publications and Distribution, M/S
2101-201, P.O. Box 52170, Phoenix, Arizona 85072-2170; telephone
602-365-5535; fax 602-365-5577; Internet http://www.honeywell.com.
(3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington. For information on the availability of this material at
the FAA, call 425-227-1221.
(4) You may also review copies of the service information that
is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this
material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://
www.archives.gov/federal--register/
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code--of--federal--regulations/ibr--locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 7, 2010.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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