Published 2012-12-12 · Federal Register document 2012-29708
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
Publication summary
We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes. That AD currently requires revising the airworthiness limitations section (AWL) of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) of the Canadair Regional Jet Maintenance Requirements Manual (MRM) by incorporating new procedures for repetitive detailed and special detailed inspections for cracking of the aft pressure bulkhead. This new AD requires revising the maintenance program to incorporate a revised task specified in a certain temporary revision, which requires an improved non-destructive inspection procedure; and adds airplanes to the applicability. This AD was prompted by multiple reports of cracks on the forward face of the rear pressure bulkhead (RPB) web. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking in the RPB, which could result in reduced structural integrity and rapid decompression of the airplane.
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Recorded publication clauses
- AD identifier printed in this edition
- 2012-25-02
- Effective date printed in this edition
- 2013-01-16
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Effective Date
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective January 16,
2013.
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Affected ADs
(b) Affected ADs
This AD supersedes AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005).
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Applicability wording · Applicability
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B19
(Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, certificated in any
category, serial numbers 7003 and subsequent.
(2) This AD requires revisions to certain operator maintenance
documents to include new inspections. Compliance with these
inspections is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes that have
been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the areas
addressed by these inspections, the operator may not be able to
accomplish the inspections 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 (l)(1) of this AD. The request should include a
description of changes to the required inspections that will ensure
the continued damage tolerance of the affected structure. The FAA
has provided guidance for this determination in FAA Advisory
Circular (AC) 25.1529-1A, dated November 20, 2007 (http://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory--and--Guidance--Library/
rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/list/AC%2025.1529-1A/$FILE/AC%2025.1529-
1A.pdf).
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Subject
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.
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Reason
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by multiple reports of cracks on the
forward face of the rear pressure bulkhead (RPB) web. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct cracking in the RPB, which could
result in reduced structural integrity and rapid decompression of
the airplane.
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Compliance
(f) Compliance
You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD
performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions
have already been done.
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Retained Revision to the Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) Section
(g) Retained Revision to the Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) Section
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (f) of AD
2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005). For
airplanes having serial numbers 7003 through 8025 inclusive, 8030,
and 8034: Within 30 days after November 29, 2005 (the effective date
of AD 2005-23-01), revise the AWL section of the Instructions for
Continued Airworthiness of the Canadair Regional Jet Maintenance
Requirements Manual (MRM), Part 2, Appendix B, ``Airworthiness
Limitations,'' by incorporating the information specified in AWL 53-
61-153 of the Canadair Regional Jet Temporary Revision (TR) 2B-2109,
dated October 13, 2005, into the AWL section. Perform the applicable
detailed and special detailed inspections for cracking of the aft
pressure bulkhead, as specified in that TR, at the applicable
compliance time specified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD.
Repeat the detailed inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed
1,085 flight cycles, and repeat the special detailed inspection
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,360 flight cycles, in
accordance with the procedures specified in AWL 53-61-153, as
introduced by Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13,
2005, to Appendix B, ``Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2 of the
Canadair Regional Jet MRM. Accomplishing the revision required by
paragraph (i) of this AD terminates the requirements of this
paragraph.
Table 1 to Paragraph (g) of This AD--Compliance Times for Initial
Inspections
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As of November 29, 2005 (the effective
date of AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-
14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, Inspect before the airplane
2005)): If the total flight cycles accumulates--
accumulated on the airplane are--
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8,000 or fewer......................... 12,000 total flight cycles.
More than 8,000 but fewer than 12,000.. 15,000 total flight cycles or
within 4,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
12,000 or more but fewer than 15,000... 17,000 total flight cycles or
within 3,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01 Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
15,000 or more but fewer than 17,000... 18,500 total flight cycles or
within 2,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01 Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
17,000 or more but fewer than 18,500... 19,500 total flight cycles or
within 1,500 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
18,500 or more but fewer than 19,500... 20,000 total flight cycles or
within 1,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
19,500 or more......................... 500 flight cycles after
November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)).
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Retained General Revision of the MRM
(h) Retained General Revision of the MRM
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD
2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005). For
airplanes having serial numbers 7003 through 8025 inclusive, 8030,
and 8034: When the information in AWL 53-61-153 of the Canadair
Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, to Appendix B,
``Airworthiness Limitations,'' of Part 2 of the Canadair Regional
Jet MRM, is included in the general revisions of the MRM, the
general revisions may be inserted into the AWL section of the
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, and this information may
be removed from the MRM.
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New Requirement of This AD: Maintenance Program Revision
(i) New Requirement of This AD: Maintenance Program Revision
Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the
maintenance program by incorporating the revised inspection
requirements specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187,
dated June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of
Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM. The initial compliance
times for the task are at the applicable time specified in paragraph
(i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD. Doing the revision required by
paragraph (i) of this AD terminates the requirements of paragraph
(g) of this AD.
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(1) For airplanes on which the special detailed inspection
specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22,
2011; or Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005;
has not been done as of the effective date of this AD: The initial
compliance time for AWL 53-61-153 is at the applicable time
specified in paragraph (i)(1)(i) or (i)(1)(ii) of this AD.
(i) For airplanes that have accumulated 10,500 total flight
cycles or less as of the effective date of this AD: Before the
accumulation of 12,000 total flight cycles.
(ii) For airplanes that have accumulated more than 10,500 total
flight cycles as of the effective date of this AD: Within 1,500
flight cycles after the effective date of this AD.
(2) For airplanes on which the special detailed inspection
specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22,
2011; or Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005;
has been done as of the effective date of this AD: The initial
compliance time for AWL 53-61-153 is within 4,360 flight cycles
after accomplishing the most recent special detailed inspection, or
within 1,500 flight cycles after accomplishing the most recent
detailed inspection as specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Canadair
Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, whichever occurs
later.
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No Alternative Actions or Intervals
(j) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After accomplishing the revisions required by paragraph (i) of
this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may
be used other than those specified in Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated
June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2
of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM, unless the actions and intervals
are approved as an AMOC in accordance with the procedures specified
in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD.
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New Action of This AD: General Revision of the MRM
(k) New Action of This AD: General Revision of the MRM
The maintenance program revision required by paragraph (i) of
this AD may be done by inserting a copy of Bombardier TR 2B-2187,
dated June 22, 2011, into Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of
Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM. When this TR has been
included in general revisions of the MRM, the general revisions may
be inserted in the MRM, provided the relevant information in the
general revision is identical to that in this TR.
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Other FAA AD Provisions
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to ATTN: Program
Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600
Stewart Avenue Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516)
228-7300; fax (516) 794-5531. Before using any approved AMOC, notify
your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district
office/certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter
must specifically reference this AD. AMOCs approved previously in
accordance with AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073,
November 14, 2005), are approved as AMOCs with the corresponding
requirements of paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD only.
(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.
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Material Incorporated by Reference
(m) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(3) The following service information was approved for IBR on
January 16, 2013.
(i) Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--
Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19
MRM.
(ii) Reserved.
(4) The following service information was approved for IBR on
November 29, 2005 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005).
(i) Canadair Regional Jet Temporary Revision 2B-2109, dated
October 13, 2005, to the Canadair Regional Jet Maintenance
Requirements Manual, Part 2, Appendix B, ``Airworthiness
Limitations.''
(ii) Reserved.
(5) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com.
(6) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA.
For information on the availability of this material at the FAA,
call 425-227-1221.
(7) 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, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
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[Federal Register Volume 77, Number 239 (Wednesday, December 12, 2012)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 73902-73906]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2012-29708]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2012-0496; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-263-AD;
Amendment 39-17283; AD 2012-25-02]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD)
for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100
& 440) airplanes. That AD currently requires revising the airworthiness
limitations section (AWL) of the Instructions for Continued
Airworthiness (ICA) of the Canadair Regional Jet Maintenance
Requirements Manual (MRM) by incorporating new procedures for
repetitive detailed and special detailed inspections for cracking of
the aft pressure bulkhead. This new AD requires revising the
maintenance program to incorporate a revised task specified in a
certain temporary revision, which requires an improved non-destructive
inspection procedure; and adds airplanes to the applicability. This AD
was prompted by multiple reports of cracks on the forward face of the
rear pressure bulkhead (RPB) web. We are issuing this AD to detect and
correct cracking in the RPB, which could result in reduced structural
integrity and rapid decompression of the airplane.
DATES: This AD becomes effective January 16, 2013.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of January 16,
2013.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of
November 29, 2005 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005).
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: Jeffrey Zimmer, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch, ANE-171, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, New
York 11590; telephone (516) 228-7306; fax (516) 794-5531.
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 June 1, 2012 (77 FR
32439), and proposed to supersede AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70
FR 69073, November 14, 2005). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe
condition for the specified products. Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA) Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) states:
Cracks on the forward face of the Rear Pressure Bulkhead (RPB)
web have been discovered on three CL-600-2B19 aeroplanes in-service.
This indicates that the existing inspection requirements of
Airworthiness Limitation (AWL) task 53-61-153 mandated by [TCCA] AD
CF-2005-13R1 are not adequate. Failure of the RPB could result in
rapid decompression of the aeroplane.
A Temporary Revision (TR) has been made to Part 2 of the
Maintenance Requirements Manual (MRM) to revise the existing AWL
task by introducing an improved Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI)
procedure to ensure that fatigue cracking of the RPB is detected and
corrected.
This [TCCA] directive mandates the incorporation of a new NDI
procedure for AWL task number 53-61-153.
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 have considered the comments received.
Request To Remove Certain Paragraphs of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1,
2012)
Air Wisconsin requested that we remove paragraphs (g) and (h) from
the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012) because paragraph (i) of the NPRM
supersedes those paragraphs. Air Wisconsin stated several examples of
how paragraphs (g) and (h) are superseded by paragraph (i) of the NPRM.
We disagree with the commenter's request to remove paragraphs (g)
and (h) from this final rule. We find it necessary to restate those
paragraphs in this final rule to ensure the existing inspections are
done until the required maintenance program revision specified in
paragraph (i) of this AD is accomplished. In addition, if an airplane
is imported into the United States, it is necessary to accomplish the
requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD before the airplane may be
operated in this country.
However, we find that clarification of paragraph (i) of this AD is
necessary. Once the maintenance program revision is accomplished, the
restated requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD are terminated.
Therefore, we have revised the last sentence of paragraph (i) of this
AD to specify that doing the revision required by paragraph (i) of this
AD terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD.
In addition, we have retained paragraph (h) in this final rule
because it is necessary to allow Canadair Regional Jet Temporary
Revision TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, to be removed from the
maintenance requirements manual once a general revision is done.
Further, we have determined that it is necessary to add a paragraph
similar to paragraph (h) of this AD to allow removal of the temporary
revision specified in paragraph (i) of this AD. Accordingly, we have
revised this final rule to add new paragraph (k) to this AD to specify
that information. Subsequent paragraphs have been reidentified.
Request To Revise Serial Numbers
Air Wisconsin requested that we correct the serial numbers in
paragraph (c) or (g) of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012) for
consistency.
We disagree with the request. The serial numbers specified in
paragraph (g) of this AD are only those that were part of the
applicability of AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073,
November 14, 2005). Paragraph (c) of this AD lists all serial numbers
that are affected by this new AD.
Requests To Clarify Compliance Time
In regard to paragraph (i)(2) of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1,
2012), Air Wisconsin requested we clarify that, if the last inspection
performed met the requirements of AWL 53-61-153 specified in Bombardier
TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--Airworthiness
Limitations, of Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM, the next
inspection cycle as specified in that TR is acceptable provided that
interval is not greater than that specified in Bombardier TR 2B-2187,
dated June 22, 2011.
In addition, Comair requested that we provide credit for paragraph
(i) of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012) for operators that
performed previous inspections using the special detailed inspection
option specified in AWL 53-61-153 of the Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-
2109, dated October 13, 2005, to Appendix B, ``Airworthiness
Limitations,'' of Part 2 of the Canadair Regional Jet MRM. Comair
stated that it requested this credit so that operators would not be
subject to the initial compliance time specified in paragraph (i)(1) or
(i)(2) of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012).
We agree to clarify the inspection compliance time. We agree that,
if the last special detailed inspection (not the detailed visual
inspection) performed met the requirements of AWL 53-61-153 specified
in Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011; or Canadair Regional Jet
TR 2B-2109, dated October
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13, 2005; to Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2 of the
Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM; the next inspection should be at the next
compliance time specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187,
dated June 22, 2011 (i.e., within 4,360 landings since the last
inspection). We have changed paragraph (i) of this AD to state that for
airplanes that have already complied with AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier
TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011, or the special detailed inspection
option specified in Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13,
2005, the initial compliance time for AWL 53-61-153 is within 4,360
flight cycles after accomplishing the most recent special detailed
inspection, or within 1,500 flight cycles after accomplishing the most
recent detailed inspection as specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Canadair
Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, whichever occurs
later.
Request To Approve Previous Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOC)
Air Wisconsin requested that a statement be added to paragraph (k)
of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012) approving use of existing AMOCs
that were approved previously in accordance with AD 2005-23-01,
Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005).
We agree to allow existing AMOCs approved in accordance with AD
2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005), as
AMOCs for the corresponding requirements of paragraphs (g) and (h) of
this AD only. We have revised paragraph (l)(1) of this AD (referred to
as paragraph (k)(1) of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012))
accordingly.
Request To Remove Reference to a Certain TR
Air Wisconsin requested that we remove the reference to Canadair
Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, to Appendix B--
Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM
from paragraph (j) of the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012). Air
Wisconsin noted that Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October
13, 2005, conflicts with Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011,
and stated that Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011,
specifically removed the ``visual inspection'' option that was in
Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005.
We agree with the request for the reasons stated by the commenter.
We have removed the reference to Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109,
dated October 13, 2005, to Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of
Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM, from paragraph (j) of this
AD. Paragraph (i) of this AD requires that the maintenance program be
revised to incorporate Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011.
Paragraph (i) of this AD also specifies that once the revision is done,
the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD are terminated (paragraph
(g) of the AD incorporated Bombardier TR 2B-2109, dated October 13,
2005).
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data, including the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
the AD with the changes described previously and minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these changes:
<bullet> Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012) for correcting the unsafe condition;
and
<bullet> Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012).
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect about 586 products of U.S.
registry.
The actions that are required by AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359
(70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005), and retained in this AD take about 2
work-hours 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 $170 per product.
We estimate that it will take about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the new basic requirements of this AD. The average labor
rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost
of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $49,810, or $85 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 that 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);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
4. 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 (77 FR 32439, June 1, 2012),
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
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:
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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 airworthiness directive (AD)
2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005), and
adding the following new AD:
2012-25-02 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-17283. Docket No. FAA-
2012-0496; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-263-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective January 16,
2013.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD supersedes AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005).
(c) Applicability
(1) This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B19
(Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, certificated in any
category, serial numbers 7003 and subsequent.
(2) This AD requires revisions to certain operator maintenance
documents to include new inspections. Compliance with these
inspections is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes that have
been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the areas
addressed by these inspections, the operator may not be able to
accomplish the inspections 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 (l)(1) of this AD. The request should include a
description of changes to the required inspections that will ensure
the continued damage tolerance of the affected structure. The FAA
has provided guidance for this determination in FAA Advisory
Circular (AC) 25.1529-1A, dated November 20, 2007 (http://
rgl.faa.gov/Regulatory--and--Guidance--Library/
rgAdvisoryCircular.nsf/list/AC%2025.1529-1A/$FILE/AC%2025.1529-
1A.pdf).
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by multiple reports of cracks on the
forward face of the rear pressure bulkhead (RPB) web. We are issuing
this AD to detect and correct cracking in the RPB, which could
result in reduced structural integrity and rapid decompression of
the airplane.
(f) Compliance
You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD
performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions
have already been done.
(g) Retained Revision to the Airworthiness Limitations (AWL) Section
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (f) of AD
2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005). For
airplanes having serial numbers 7003 through 8025 inclusive, 8030,
and 8034: Within 30 days after November 29, 2005 (the effective date
of AD 2005-23-01), revise the AWL section of the Instructions for
Continued Airworthiness of the Canadair Regional Jet Maintenance
Requirements Manual (MRM), Part 2, Appendix B, ``Airworthiness
Limitations,'' by incorporating the information specified in AWL 53-
61-153 of the Canadair Regional Jet Temporary Revision (TR) 2B-2109,
dated October 13, 2005, into the AWL section. Perform the applicable
detailed and special detailed inspections for cracking of the aft
pressure bulkhead, as specified in that TR, at the applicable
compliance time specified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD.
Repeat the detailed inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed
1,085 flight cycles, and repeat the special detailed inspection
thereafter at intervals not to exceed 4,360 flight cycles, in
accordance with the procedures specified in AWL 53-61-153, as
introduced by Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13,
2005, to Appendix B, ``Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2 of the
Canadair Regional Jet MRM. Accomplishing the revision required by
paragraph (i) of this AD terminates the requirements of this
paragraph.
Table 1 to Paragraph (g) of This AD--Compliance Times for Initial
Inspections
------------------------------------------------------------------------
As of November 29, 2005 (the effective
date of AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-
14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, Inspect before the airplane
2005)): If the total flight cycles accumulates--
accumulated on the airplane are--
------------------------------------------------------------------------
8,000 or fewer......................... 12,000 total flight cycles.
More than 8,000 but fewer than 12,000.. 15,000 total flight cycles or
within 4,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
12,000 or more but fewer than 15,000... 17,000 total flight cycles or
within 3,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01 Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
15,000 or more but fewer than 17,000... 18,500 total flight cycles or
within 2,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01 Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
17,000 or more but fewer than 18,500... 19,500 total flight cycles or
within 1,500 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
18,500 or more but fewer than 19,500... 20,000 total flight cycles or
within 1,000 flight cycles
after November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)),
whichever is first.
19,500 or more......................... 500 flight cycles after
November 29, 2005 (the
effective date of AD 2005-23-
01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR
69073, November 14, 2005)).
------------------------------------------------------------------------
(h) Retained General Revision of the MRM
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD
2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005). For
airplanes having serial numbers 7003 through 8025 inclusive, 8030,
and 8034: When the information in AWL 53-61-153 of the Canadair
Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, to Appendix B,
``Airworthiness Limitations,'' of Part 2 of the Canadair Regional
Jet MRM, is included in the general revisions of the MRM, the
general revisions may be inserted into the AWL section of the
Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, and this information may
be removed from the MRM.
(i) New Requirement of This AD: Maintenance Program Revision
Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the
maintenance program by incorporating the revised inspection
requirements specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187,
dated June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of
Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM. The initial compliance
times for the task are at the applicable time specified in paragraph
(i)(1) or (i)(2) of this AD. Doing the revision required by
paragraph (i) of this AD terminates the requirements of paragraph
(g) of this AD.
[[Page 73906]]
(1) For airplanes on which the special detailed inspection
specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22,
2011; or Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005;
has not been done as of the effective date of this AD: The initial
compliance time for AWL 53-61-153 is at the applicable time
specified in paragraph (i)(1)(i) or (i)(1)(ii) of this AD.
(i) For airplanes that have accumulated 10,500 total flight
cycles or less as of the effective date of this AD: Before the
accumulation of 12,000 total flight cycles.
(ii) For airplanes that have accumulated more than 10,500 total
flight cycles as of the effective date of this AD: Within 1,500
flight cycles after the effective date of this AD.
(2) For airplanes on which the special detailed inspection
specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22,
2011; or Canadair Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005;
has been done as of the effective date of this AD: The initial
compliance time for AWL 53-61-153 is within 4,360 flight cycles
after accomplishing the most recent special detailed inspection, or
within 1,500 flight cycles after accomplishing the most recent
detailed inspection as specified in AWL 53-61-153 of Canadair
Regional Jet TR 2B-2109, dated October 13, 2005, whichever occurs
later.
(j) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After accomplishing the revisions required by paragraph (i) of
this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may
be used other than those specified in Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated
June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2
of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM, unless the actions and intervals
are approved as an AMOC in accordance with the procedures specified
in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD.
(k) New Action of This AD: General Revision of the MRM
The maintenance program revision required by paragraph (i) of
this AD may be done by inserting a copy of Bombardier TR 2B-2187,
dated June 22, 2011, into Appendix B--Airworthiness Limitations, of
Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 MRM. When this TR has been
included in general revisions of the MRM, the general revisions may
be inserted in the MRM, provided the relevant information in the
general revision is identical to that in this TR.
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the manager of the ACO, send it to ATTN: Program
Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 1600
Stewart Avenue Suite 410, Westbury, New York 11590; telephone (516)
228-7300; fax (516) 794-5531. Before using any approved AMOC, notify
your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district
office/certificate holding district office. The AMOC approval letter
must specifically reference this AD. AMOCs approved previously in
accordance with AD 2005-23-01, Amendment 39-14359 (70 FR 69073,
November 14, 2005), are approved as AMOCs with the corresponding
requirements of paragraphs (g) and (h) of this AD only.
(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.
(m) 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 the AD specifies otherwise.
(3) The following service information was approved for IBR on
January 16, 2013.
(i) Bombardier TR 2B-2187, dated June 22, 2011, to Appendix B--
Airworthiness Limitations, of Part 2 of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19
MRM.
(ii) Reserved.
(4) The following service information was approved for IBR on
November 29, 2005 (70 FR 69073, November 14, 2005).
(i) Canadair Regional Jet Temporary Revision 2B-2109, dated
October 13, 2005, to the Canadair Regional Jet Maintenance
Requirements Manual, Part 2, Appendix B, ``Airworthiness
Limitations.''
(ii) Reserved.
(5) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com.
(6) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA,
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA.
For information on the availability of this material at the FAA,
call 425-227-1221.
(7) 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, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on November 30, 2012.
Kalene C. Yanamura,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2012-29708 Filed 12-11-12; 8:45 am]
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