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AD Notice of Proposed Rulemaking

Federal Register Information

[Federal Register: June 11, 2007 (Volume 72, Number 111)]
[Page 32027-32030]

Header Information
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2007-28371; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-040-AD]

RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, -201, -202,
-301, -311, and -315 Airplanes

Preamble Information
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the

products listed above. This proposed 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:

[A] roll spoiler cable failure could result in an unacceptable amount of roll spoiler
deflection, which could result in reduced controllability of the aircraft.

The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address the unsafe
condition described in the MCAI.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 11, 2007.

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ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:

DOT Docket Web Site: Go to http://dms.dot.gov and follow the instructions for
sending your comments electronically.
Fax: (202) 493-2251.
Mail: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC
20590-0001.
Hand Delivery: Room PL-401 on the plaza level of the Nassif Building, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays.
Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov.

Follow the instructions for submitting comments.

Examining the AD Docket

You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://dms.dot.gov ; or in

person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday
through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this proposed
AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The
street address for the Docket Office (telephone (800) 647-5527) is in the
ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after
receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ezra Sasson, Aerospace Engineer,

Systems and Flight Test Branch, ANE-172, FAA, New York Aircraft Certification
Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone
(516) 228-7320; fax (516) 794-5531.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Streamlined Issuance of AD

The FAA is implementing a new process for streamlining the issuance of ADs
related to MCAI. This streamlined process will allow us to adopt MCAI safety
requirements in a more efficient manner and will reduce safety risks to the public.
This process continues to follow all FAA AD issuance processes to meet legal,
economic, Administrative Procedure Act, and Federal Register requirements. We
also continue to meet our technical decision-making responsibilities to identify
and correct unsafe conditions on U.S.-certificated products.

This proposed AD references the MCAI and related service information that we

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considered in forming the engineering basis to correct the unsafe condition. The
proposed AD contains text copied from the MCAI and for this reason might not
follow our plain language principles.

Comments Invited

We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this
proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES
section. Include "Docket No. FAA-2007- 28371; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-
040-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on
the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this
proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and
may amend this proposed AD based on those comments.

We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://dms.dot.gov ,

including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report
summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD.

Discussion

Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for
Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF- 2006-13, dated June
6, 2006 (referred to after this as "the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for
the specified products. The MCAI states:

It has been identified that a roll spoiler cable failure could result in an
unacceptable amount of roll spoiler deflection, which could result in reduced
controllability of the aircraft. To address this condition, Modsum 8Q100898 has
been issued to introduce a spoiler cable disconnect sensing device. This
modification has been installed in production on aircraft serial numbers 562 and
subsequent. An associated operational check has also been introduced (See
Note 1 [of the MCAI]).

In addition, Modsum 8Q101443 has been issued to address a potential spoiler

cable interference condition on aircraft serial numbers 003 through 123, 125
through 130, 132 through 136, 138 and 139, which do not yet have a spoiler cable
tension regulator (Mod[ification] 8/0708) installed.

Following incorporation of the spoiler cable disconnect sensing device on several

aircraft, it was noted that, in the event of a spoiler cable failure, only the ROLL
SPLR INBD HYD caution light will be illuminated until the aircraft speed
decreases below 135 kts (knots), at which time the ROLL SPLR OUTBD HYD
caution light will also be illuminated. Modsum 8Q101445 has been issued to
rework the sensing circuit caution light indication to ensure that it is consistent for
spoiler cable disconnects above and below 135 kts. This modification has been
installed in production on aircraft serial numbers 600 and subsequent.

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The corrective action includes installing a spoiler cable disconnect sensing

device; correcting a potential spoiler cable interference condition; and reworking
the spoiler cable disconnect sensing circuit; as applicable. You may obtain further
information by examining the MCAI in the AD docket.

Relevant Service Information

Bombardier has issued Service Bulletins 8-27-89, Revision `E,' dated January 27,
2005; and 8-27-103, Revision `B,' dated January 24, 2007. The actions described
in this service information are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in
the MCAI.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD

This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and
is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement
with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition
described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are
proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined
an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the
same type design.

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 proposed different actions in this AD from those in the MCAI
in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are highlighted in a NOTE
within the proposed AD.

Costs of Compliance

Based on the service information, we estimate that this proposed AD would affect
about 166 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it would take about 13
work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed
AD. The average labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Required parts would cost
about $1,000 per product. 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 proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $338,640, or

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$2,040 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 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. 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

proposed AD and placed it in the AD docket.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Safety.

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Regulatory Information
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.

Sec. 39.13 [Amended]

2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:

Bombardier, Inc.: Docket No. FAA-2007-28371; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-

040-AD.

Comments Due Date

(a) We must receive comments by July 11, 2007.

Affected ADs

(b) None.

Applicability

(c) This AD applies to Bombardier Model DHC-8-102, -103, -106, - 201, -202,
-301, -311, and -315 airplanes; certificated in any category; serial numbers 003
through 599.

Subject

(d) Flight controls.

Reason

(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states:

It has been identified that a roll spoiler cable failure could result in an
unacceptable amount of roll spoiler deflection, which could result in reduced
controllability of the aircraft. To address this condition, Modsum 8Q100898 has
been issued to introduce a spoiler cable disconnect sensing device. This

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modification has been installed in production on aircraft serial numbers 562 and
subsequent. An associated operational check has also been introduced (See
Note 1 [of the MCAI]).

In addition, Modsum 8Q101443 has been issued to address a potential spoiler

cable interference condition on aircraft serial numbers 003 through 123, 125
through 130, 132 through 136, 138 and 139, which do not yet have a spoiler cable
tension regulator (Mod[ification] 8/0708) installed.

Following incorporation of the spoiler cable disconnect sensing device on several

aircraft, it was noted that, in the event of a spoiler cable failure, only the ROLL
SPLR INBD HYD caution light will be illuminated until the aircraft speed
decreases below 135 kts (knots), at which time the ROLL SPLR OUTBD HYD
caution light will also be illuminated. Modsum 8Q101445 has been issued to
rework the sensing circuit caution light indication to ensure that it is consistent for
spoiler cable disconnects above and below 135 kts. This modification has been
installed in production on aircraft serial numbers 600 and subsequent.

The corrective action includes installing a spoiler cable disconnect sensing

device; correcting a potential spoiler cable interference condition; and reworking
the spoiler cable disconnect sensing circuit; as applicable.

Actions and Compliance

(f) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD unless already done, do the
following actions.

(1) Applicable to airplane serial numbers 124, 131, 137, and 140 through 561:
Incorporate Modsum 8Q100898 to install the spoiler cable disconnect sensing
device. Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-27- 89, Revision "E,'' dated January 27,
2005, provides approved instructions for incorporating Modsum 8Q100898. (See
paragraph (f)(4) of this AD.)

(2) Applicable to airplane serial numbers 003 through 123, 125 through 130, 132
through 136, 138, and 139: Incorporate Modsums 8Q100898 and 8Q101443 to
install the spoiler cable disconnect sensing device and to correct potential spoiler
cable interference condition. Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-27-89, Revision "E,''
dated January 27, 2005, provides approved instructions for incorporating
Modsums 8Q100898 and 8Q101443. (See paragraphs (f)(4) and (f)(5) of this AD.)

(3) Applicable to airplane serial numbers 003 thorough 599: Incorporate Modsum
8Q101445 to rework the spoiler cable disconnect sensing circuit. Bombardier
Service Bulletin 8-27-103, Revision "B,'' dated January 24, 2007, provides
approved instructions for incorporating Modsum 8Q101445. (See paragraph (f)(6)
of this AD.) If Modsum 8Q100898 has not yet been incorporated, incorporate
Modsum 8Q101445 in conjunction with Modsum 8Q100898. Refer to paragraph

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(f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, as applicable.

Note 1: The mandatory operational check requirement for the spoiler cable
disconnect system (Modsum 8Q100898) is detailed in Task Number 2760/14,
dated November 21, 2003, of Part 2 of the applicable de Havilland Dash 8
Maintenance Program Manual (MPM), Airworthiness Limitations (AWL). It was
introduced by de Havilland Dash 8 Temporary Revisions AWL-88 (series 100),
AWL 2-28 (series 200), and AWL 3-95 (series 300), all dated August 5, 2004.
Temporary Revision AWL-88 (Task Number 2760/14) has since been incorporated
in Revision 17, dated April 19, 2005, of Part 2 of the AWLs of the MPM for Model
DHC-8-100 series airplanes.

(4) Installation of Modsum 8Q100898, in accordance with Bombardier Service

Bulletin 8-27-89, dated January 31, 2002; Revision "A,'' dated September 10,
2002; Revision "B,'' dated November 17, 2003; Revision "C,'' dated March 10,
2004; or Revision "D,'' dated June 29, 2004; also meets the requirements of
paragraphs (f)(1) and (f)(2) of this AD.

(5) Installation of Modsum 8Q101443, in accordance with Bombardier Service

Bulletin 8-27-89, Revision "C,'' dated March 10, 2004; or Revision "D,'' dated June
29, 2004; also meets the requirements of paragraph (f)(2) of this AD for this
particular Modsum.

(6) Installation of Modsum 8Q101445, in accordance with Bombardier Service

Bulletin 8-27-103, dated November 5, 2003; or Revision "A,'' dated February 12,
2004; also meets the requirements of paragraph (f)(3) of this AD.

FAA AD Differences

Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: No
differences.

Other FAA AD Provisions

(g) The following provisions also apply to this AD:

(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), 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: Ezra Sasson, Aerospace Engineer; New York ACO, FAA, 1600 Stewart
Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516) 228-7320; fax
(516) 794- 5531. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the
AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA Flight
Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local FSDO.

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(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, the Office of Management and Budget
(OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned
OMB Control Number 2120- 0056.

Related Information

(h) Refer to MCAI Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-2006-13, dated June 6,

2006; Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-27-89, Revision "E,'' dated January 27, 2005;
and Bombardier Service Bulletin 8-27- 103, Revision "B,'' dated January 24, 2007;
for related information.

Footer Information
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 1, 2007.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. E7-11199 Filed 6-8-07; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Comments

Not Applicable

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