Published 2019-03-11 · Federal Register document 2019-03255
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
Publication summary
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This AD was prompted by in-service findings that a cotter pin at the main fitting joint of the nose landing gear (NLG) retraction actuator to the NLG strut showed evidence of shearing after an NLG retraction-extension cycling. This AD requires revision of the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, a general visual inspection for damage of a certain cotter pin present on certain configurations of the NLG strut assembly and for the modification number shown on the identification plate for the NLG strut, and modification of the NLG retraction actuator hardware on any damaged NLG strut assembly. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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Recorded publication clauses
- AD identifier printed in this edition
- 2019-03-22
- Effective date printed in this edition
- 2019-04-15
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Effective Date
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective April 15, 2019.
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Affected ADs
(b) Affected ADs
None.
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Applicability wording · Applicability
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-
700-1A11 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers
9002 through 9638 inclusive and 9998.
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Subject
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing
gear.
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Reason
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by in-service findings that a cotter pin at
the main fitting joint of the nose landing gear (NLG) retraction
actuator to the NLG strut showed evidence of shearing after an NLG
retraction-extension cycling. We are issuing this AD to address this
condition, which could lead to a loss of hardware and result in an
actuator disconnect and the NLG failing to retract or extend, or in
an undamped freefall, which could adversely affect the airplane's
continued safe flight and landing.
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Compliance
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
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Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the
existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information specified in Airworthiness Limitation
(AWL) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' as
specified in the applicable time limits/maintenance checks (TLMC)
manual identified in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD, as
applicable. The initial compliance time for doing the task is at the
time specified in the applicable TLMC manual listed in figure 1 to
paragraph (g) of this AD, or within 30 days after the effective date
of this AD, whichever occurs later.
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Inspection and Modification
(h) Inspection and Modification
(1) Except for airplanes identified in paragraph (h)(2) of this
AD: Within 6 months from the effective date of this AD, perform a
general visual inspection for damage of the cotter pin retaining the
bolt that secures the NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut, and
a general visual inspection of the modification number shown on the
identification plate for the NLG strut, and, if applicable, mark the
correct modification number on the identification plate of the NLG
strut, in accordance with the applicable Bombardier service
information as shown in figure 2 to paragraph (h) of this AD. If
damage to the cotter pin is present: Before further flight, perform
the modification of the NLG retraction actuator hardware in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable
Bombardier service information as shown in figure 2 to paragraph (h)
of this AD.
(2) The actions specified in paragraph (h)(1) of this AD are not
required for airplanes that do not have the NLG configuration
specified in Paragraph 1.A, ``Effectivity'' of the applicable
Bombardier service information as shown in figure 2 to paragraph (h)
of this AD.
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No Alternative Actions or Intervals
(i) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the maintenance or inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g.,
inspections) or intervals, may be used unless the actions or
intervals are approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC)
in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) of
this AD.
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Credit for Previous Actions
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using AWL Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration
of the Nose Landing Gear Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator
Main-Fitting Joint,'' of the applicable service information
specified in figure 3 to paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
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(2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before
the effective date of this AD using the service information
specified in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(xiii) of this AD,
provided that it can be confirmed that at least 25 NLG extension-
retraction cycles had been completed on the NLG at the time of
completion of the Instructions of the applicable service information
specified in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(xiii) of this AD;
and provided neither the NLG nor the NLG retraction actuator has
been replaced or modified since the completion of the Instructions
of the applicable service information specified in paragraphs
(j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(xiii) of this AD.
(i) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global 5000 Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks, Revision 19, dated November 13, 2017.
(ii) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global
Vision Flight Deck--Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No.
GL 5000 GVFD TLMC, Revision 9, dated November 13, 2017.
(iii) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global 6000 Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 6000 TLMC, Revision 9, dated
November 13, 2017.
(iv) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global Express Time Limits/
Maintenance
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Checks, Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 28, dated November 13,
2017.
(v) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global Express XRS Time
Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. BD-XRS TLMC, Revision 15,
dated November 13, 2017.
(vi) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, dated May 13,
2015.
(vii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, Revision 1,
dated August 26, 2015.
(viii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, dated May 13,
2015.
(ix) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, Revision 1, dated
August 26, 2015.
(x) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, dated May 13, 2015.
(xi) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, Revision 1, dated
August 26, 2015.
(xii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, dated May 13,
2015.
(xiii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, Revision 1,
dated August 26, 2015.
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Service Information Prohibition
(k) Service Information Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, no person may incorporate
Liebherr-Aerospace Service Bulletin 1285A-32-07 at any revision
level on the NLG strut assemblies of any Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-
700-1A10 or BD-700-1A11 airplane.
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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 ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal
inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate.
If sending information directly to the manager of the certification
office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational
Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. Before
using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the
local flight standards district office/certificate holding district
office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO
Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or
Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If
approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized
signature.
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Related Information
(m) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2018-05, dated January 23, 2018, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet
at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket
No. FAA-2018-0710.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Darren Gassetto,
Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Admin Services Section,
FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7323; fax 516-794-5531; email [email protected].
(3) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(4) of this AD.
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Material Incorporated by Reference
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, Revision 2,
dated November 6, 2017.
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
(iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
(iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
(v) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global 5000 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication
No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 20, dated May 3, 2018.
(vi) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck Time
Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD TLMC,
Revision 10, dated May 3, 2018.
(vii) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global 6000 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication
No. GL 6000 TLMC, Revision 10, dated May 3, 2018.
(viii) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global Express Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 29, dated May 3, 2018.
(ix) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global Express XRS Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS TLMC, Revision 16, dated May 3, 2018.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; email [email protected]; internet http://www.bombardier.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Standards 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, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
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[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 47 (Monday, March 11, 2019)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 8591-8598]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2019-03255]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2018-0710; Product Identifier 2018-NM-079-AD; Amendment
39-19574; AD 2019-03-22]
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 adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by in-service findings that a cotter pin at the main
fitting joint of the nose landing gear (NLG) retraction actuator to the
NLG strut showed evidence of shearing after an NLG retraction-extension
cycling. This AD requires revision of the existing maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, a general visual inspection for
damage of a certain cotter pin present on certain configurations of the
NLG strut assembly and for the
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modification number shown on the identification plate for the NLG
strut, and modification of the NLG retraction actuator hardware on any
damaged NLG strut assembly. We are issuing this AD to address the
unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective April 15, 2019.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of April 15,
2019.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; email [email protected]; internet http://www.bombardier.com. You may view this service information at the FAA,
Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-
231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0710.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0710; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.,
Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains
this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647-
5527) is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30,
West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Darren Gassetto, Aerospace Engineer,
Mechanical Systems and Admin Services Section, FAA, New York ACO
Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone
516-228-7323; fax 516-794-5531; email [email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier, Inc.,
Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. The NPRM published in the
Federal Register on August 16, 2018 (83 FR 40703). The NPRM was
prompted by in-service findings that a cotter pin at the main fitting
joint of the NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut showed evidence
of shearing after an NLG retraction-extension cycling. The NPRM
proposed to require revision of the existing maintenance or inspection
program, as applicable, a general visual inspection for damage of a
certain cotter pin present on certain configurations of the NLG strut
assembly and for the modification number shown on the identification
plate for the NLG strut, and modification of the NLG retraction
actuator hardware on any damaged NLG strut assembly.
We are issuing this AD to address shearing of the cotter pin at the
main fitting joint of the NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut,
which could lead to a loss of hardware and result in an actuator
disconnect and the NLG failing to retract or extend, or in an undamped
freefall, which could adversely affect the airplane's continued safe
flight and landing.
Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian AD CF-2018-05, dated January
23, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe
condition for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-
1A11 airplanes. The MCAI states:
There have been in-service findings whereby the cotter pin at
the retraction actuator to nose landing gear (NLG) strut main
fitting was observed to be damaged after a NLG retraction-extension
cycling. This condition could lead to a loss of hardware and result
in an actuator disconnect resulting in a failure to retract or
extend, or in an undamped freefall of the NLG [which could adversely
affect the airplane's continued safe flight and landing].
This [Canadian] AD mandates a revision to the approved
maintenance schedule. This [Canadian] AD also mandates a visual
inspection of the cotter pin for certain configurations of NLG strut
assembly, and if found damaged, the incorporation of a modification
which introduces a new castellated nut, spacer, end plate and sleeve
to the NLG retraction actuator to main fitting joint.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0710.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the
NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment.
Request To Clarify Effectivity of Inspection and Modification
Requirements
NetJets stated that they were not able to find paragraph 1.A,
``Effectivity,'' in the proposed AD, which was referenced in paragraph
(h)(2) of the proposed AD.
We infer from the commenter's statement that they request the
language in paragraph (h)(2) of the proposed AD be revised to clarify
the reference to paragraph 1.A, ``Effectivity.'' We agree to clarify.
Paragraph (h)(2) of the proposed AD directs operators to the applicable
Bombardier service information specified in figure 2 to paragraph (h)
of this AD. Each Bombardier service information referenced in figure 2
to paragraph (h) of this AD contains paragraph 1.A, ``Effectivity,''
which operators must use to determine the applicability of the actions
required in paragraph (h)(1) to their specific airplane configuration.
Paragraph 1.A, ``Effectivity,'' can be found in Paragraph 1, ``Planning
Information,'' in the applicable Bombardier service information. We
have not changed the AD in this regard.
Request To Refer to New Service Information
NetJets observed that the service information specified in figure 1
to paragraph (g) of the proposed AD is out of date and requested that
we update those references to the latest revision. Netjets noted that
at least one of the service bulletins has been revised since the NPRM
was released.
We agree with the request to refer to the latest service
information, which adds a note to clarify the level at which time
tracking of non-serialized parts should be done, and increases the
interval at which certain inspections must be conducted. We have
determined that the revised actions have no effect on airplanes on
which the earlier actions were completed. Each service bulletin in
figure 1 to paragraph (g) of the AD has been revised since the NPRM was
released, and we have revised the preamble and figure 1 to paragraph
(g) of this AD accordingly. We have coordinated this with TCCA.
Because the revised service information does not include any
additional actions, we have revised paragraph (j) of this AD to provide
credit for specified actions performed before the effective date of
this AD in accordance with Airworthiness Limitation (AWL) Task 32-33-
01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear Shock-Strut Assembly to
Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of Bombardier Global 5000
Time Limits/
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Maintenance Checks, Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 19, dated
November 13, 2017; Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision
Flight Deck--Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 5000
GVFD, Revision 9, dated November 13, 2017; Bombardier Global 6000 Time
Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 6000 TLMC, Revision 9,
dated November 13, 2017; Bombardier Global Express Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks, Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 28, dated
November 13, 2017; or Bombardier Global Express XRS Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks, Publication No. BD-700 XRS TLMC, Revision 15, dated
November 13, 2017; as applicable.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received,
and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting
this final rule with the changes described previously and minor
editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
<bullet> Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
<bullet> Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
We also determined that these changes will not increase the
economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final
rule.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Bombardier has issued the following service information, which
describes procedures for a general visual inspection for damage of the
cotter pin retaining the bolt that secures the main fitting joint of
the NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut and for the modification
number shown on the identification plate for the NLG strut, and
modification of the NLG retraction actuator hardware that secures the
NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut. These documents are distinct
since they apply to different airplane models in different
configurations.
<bullet> Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, Revision 2,
dated November 6, 2017.
<bullet> Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
<bullet> Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
<bullet> Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
Bombardier has issued AWL Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the
Nose Landing Gear Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-
Fitting Joint,'' of the following service information, which identifies
airworthiness limitation tasks for restoration of the main fitting
joint of the NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut. These documents
are distinct since they apply to different airplane models in different
configurations.
<bullet> Bombardier Global 5000 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 20, dated May 3, 2018, for
Bombardier Model BD-700-1A11 airplanes.
<bullet> Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck
Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD TLMC,
Revision 10, dated May 3, 2018, for Bombardier Model BD-700-1A11
airplanes.
<bullet> Bombardier Global 6000 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. GL 6000 TLMC, Revision 10, dated May 3, 2018, for
Bombardier Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes.
<bullet> Bombardier Global Express Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 29, dated May 3, 2018, for
Bombardier Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes.
<bullet> Bombardier Global Express XRS Time Limits/Maintenance
Checks, Publication No. BD-700 XRS TLMC, Revision 16, dated May 3,
2018, for Bombardier Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes.
This service information is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 60 airplanes of U.S. registry. We
estimate the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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4 work-hours x $85 per hour = $340........................... $0 $340 $20,400
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We have determined that revising the existing maintenance or
inspection program takes an average of 90 work-hours per operator,
although we recognize that this number may vary from operator to
operator. In the past, we have estimated that this action takes 1 work-
hour per airplane. Since operators incorporate maintenance or
inspection program changes for their affected fleet(s), we have
determined that a per-operator estimate is more accurate than a per-
airplane estimate. Therefore, we estimate the total cost per operator
to be $7,650 (90 work-hours x $85 per work-hour).
We estimate the following costs to do the necessary on-condition
action that would be required based on the results of any required
actions. We have no way of determining the number of aircraft that
might need this on-condition action:
Estimated Costs of On-Condition Action
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Cost per
Labor cost Parts cost product
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1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85.............................................. $10,847 $10,932
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According to the manufacturer, some or all of the costs of this AD
may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on
affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all known costs in our cost
estimate.
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Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs,
describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority.
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.
This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.
Regulatory Findings
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.
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:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2019-03-22 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-19574; Docket No. FAA-
2018-0710; Product Identifier 2018-NM-079-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective April 15, 2019.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-
700-1A11 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers
9002 through 9638 inclusive and 9998.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing
gear.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by in-service findings that a cotter pin at
the main fitting joint of the nose landing gear (NLG) retraction
actuator to the NLG strut showed evidence of shearing after an NLG
retraction-extension cycling. We are issuing this AD to address this
condition, which could lead to a loss of hardware and result in an
actuator disconnect and the NLG failing to retract or extend, or in
an undamped freefall, which could adversely affect the airplane's
continued safe flight and landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the
existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to
incorporate the information specified in Airworthiness Limitation
(AWL) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' as
specified in the applicable time limits/maintenance checks (TLMC)
manual identified in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD, as
applicable. The initial compliance time for doing the task is at the
time specified in the applicable TLMC manual listed in figure 1 to
paragraph (g) of this AD, or within 30 days after the effective date
of this AD, whichever occurs later.
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(h) Inspection and Modification
(1) Except for airplanes identified in paragraph (h)(2) of this
AD: Within 6 months from the effective date of this AD, perform a
general visual inspection for damage of the cotter pin retaining the
bolt that secures the NLG retraction actuator to the NLG strut, and
a general visual inspection of the modification number shown on the
identification plate for the NLG strut, and, if applicable, mark the
correct modification number on the identification plate of the NLG
strut, in accordance with the applicable Bombardier service
information as shown in figure 2 to paragraph (h) of this AD. If
damage to the cotter pin is present: Before further flight, perform
the modification of the NLG retraction actuator hardware in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable
Bombardier service information as shown in figure 2 to paragraph (h)
of this AD.
(2) The actions specified in paragraph (h)(1) of this AD are not
required for airplanes that do not have the NLG configuration
specified in Paragraph 1.A, ``Effectivity'' of the applicable
Bombardier service information as shown in figure 2 to paragraph (h)
of this AD.
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(i) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the maintenance or inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g.,
inspections) or intervals, may be used unless the actions or
intervals are approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC)
in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) of
this AD.
(j) Credit for Previous Actions
(1) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using AWL Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration
of the Nose Landing Gear Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator
Main-Fitting Joint,'' of the applicable service information
specified in figure 3 to paragraph (j)(1) of this AD.
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(2) This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraph (h)(1) of this AD, if those actions were performed before
the effective date of this AD using the service information
specified in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(xiii) of this AD,
provided that it can be confirmed that at least 25 NLG extension-
retraction cycles had been completed on the NLG at the time of
completion of the Instructions of the applicable service information
specified in paragraphs (j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(xiii) of this AD;
and provided neither the NLG nor the NLG retraction actuator has
been replaced or modified since the completion of the Instructions
of the applicable service information specified in paragraphs
(j)(2)(i) through (j)(2)(xiii) of this AD.
(i) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global 5000 Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks, Revision 19, dated November 13, 2017.
(ii) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global
Vision Flight Deck--Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No.
GL 5000 GVFD TLMC, Revision 9, dated November 13, 2017.
(iii) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global 6000 Time Limits/
Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 6000 TLMC, Revision 9, dated
November 13, 2017.
(iv) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global Express Time Limits/
Maintenance
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Checks, Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 28, dated November 13,
2017.
(v) Task 32-33-01-111of Bombardier Global Express XRS Time
Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. BD-XRS TLMC, Revision 15,
dated November 13, 2017.
(vi) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, dated May 13,
2015.
(vii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, Revision 1,
dated August 26, 2015.
(viii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, dated May 13,
2015.
(ix) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, Revision 1, dated
August 26, 2015.
(x) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, dated May 13, 2015.
(xi) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, Revision 1, dated
August 26, 2015.
(xii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, dated May 13,
2015.
(xiii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, Revision 1,
dated August 26, 2015.
(k) Service Information Prohibition
As of the effective date of this AD, no person may incorporate
Liebherr-Aerospace Service Bulletin 1285A-32-07 at any revision
level on the NLG strut assemblies of any Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-
700-1A10 or BD-700-1A11 airplane.
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this
AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal
inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate.
If sending information directly to the manager of the certification
office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational
Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. Before
using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the
local flight standards district office/certificate holding district
office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO
Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or
Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If
approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized
signature.
(m) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2018-05, dated January 23, 2018, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet
at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket
No. FAA-2018-0710.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Darren Gassetto,
Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Admin Services Section,
FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7323; fax 516-794-5531; email [email protected].
(3) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (n)(3) and (n)(4) of this AD.
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-32-022, Revision 2,
dated November 6, 2017.
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-035, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
(iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-5011, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
(iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-32-6011, Revision 2, dated
November 6, 2017.
(v) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global 5000 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication
No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 20, dated May 3, 2018.
(vi) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global 5000 Featuring Global Vision Flight Deck Time
Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication No. GL 5000 GVFD TLMC,
Revision 10, dated May 3, 2018.
(vii) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global 6000 Time Limits/Maintenance Checks, Publication
No. GL 6000 TLMC, Revision 10, dated May 3, 2018.
(viii) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global Express Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. BD-700 TLMC, Revision 29, dated May 3, 2018.
(ix) Task 32-33-01-111, ``Restoration of the Nose Landing Gear
Shock-Strut Assembly to Retraction-Actuator Main-Fitting Joint,'' of
Bombardier Global Express XRS Time Limits/Maintenance Checks,
Publication No. BD-700 XRS TLMC, Revision 16, dated May 3, 2018.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855-
7401; email [email protected]; internet http://www.bombardier.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Standards 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, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on February 14, 2019.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2019-03255 Filed 3-8-19; 8:45 am]
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