Regulatory Update January, 2011 IN TODAY’S ISSUE · • Airworthiness Directives; Various...

Regulatory Update January, 2011

IN TODAY’S ISSUE:

• Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS 350 B, BA, B1, B2, B3, and D, and Model AS355 E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters

• Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company GE90-76B; GE90-77B; GE90-85B; GE90-

90B; and GE90-94B Turbofan Engines (NPRM)

• Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed Approval of Information Collection(s): Aviation Maintenance Technical Schools

• Ninth Meeting--RTCA Special Committee 220: Automatic Flight Guidance and Control

• Fifteenth Meeting: EUROCAE WG-72: RTCA Special Committee 216: Aeronautical Systems

Security (Joint Meeting)

• Special Conditions: Gulfstream Model GVI Airplane; High Incidence Protection

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER Series Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model MD-90-30 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82

(MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900

Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-28-161 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 767 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S76A, B, and C Helicopters

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 747-200C, -200F, -400, -400D, and -400F

Series Airplanes


• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A321-211, -212, -231, and -232 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Various Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems (ACSS) Traffic

Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Units (NPRM) • Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed

Approval of Information Collection(s): Performance and Handling Requirements for Rotorcraft

• Airworthiness Directives; Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802 and AT-802A Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 Series Airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Dassault-Aviation Model FALCON 7X Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by The New Piper

Aircraft, Inc.) Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P, and PA-46R-350T Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, and MD-10-10F Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; APEX Aircraft Model CAP 10 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -300, and -300ER Series

Airplanes (NPRM)

• Feathering Propeller Systems for Light-Sport Aircraft Powered Gliders

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310-203, -204, -222, -304, -322, and -324 Airplanes

(NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; ROLLADEN-SCHNEIDER Flugzeugbau GmbH Model LS6 Gliders

• Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) PW305A and PW305B Turbofan Engines

• Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company CF6-45 and CF6-50 Series Turbofan

Engines (NPRM)

• Special Conditions: Gulfstream Model GVI Airplane; Single-Occupant Side-Facing Seats

• Airworthiness Directives; 328 Support Services GmbH (Type Certificate Previously Held by AvCraft Aerospace GmbH; Fairchild Dornier GmbH; Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH) Model 328-100 and -300 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 0100 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 Airplanes; Airbus

Model A330-300 Series Airplanes; and Airbus Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; B/E Aerospace Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) Part Number 119003-11 Installed on Various Transport Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R Series Airplanes,

and Model C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes)

• Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-500 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) and CL-600-2B16 (CL-

601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) Airplanes (NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G Airplanes (NPRM)

• Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes--Landing Gear Retracting Mechanisms and Pilot Compartment View (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model G-1159 Airplanes

(Withdrawal)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG Models G102 ASTIR CS, G102 CLUB

ASTIR III, G102 CLUB ASTIR IIIb, and G102 STANDARD ASTIR III Gliders

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300, A300-600, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, A340-600, and A380-800 Series Airplanes; and Model A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-243 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) (Type Certificate A00003SE

Previously Held by Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing (Previously The Lancair Company)) Models LC41-550FG and LC42-550FG Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 Series

Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER Series Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes (NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model MD-11 and MD-11F Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers PLC Model SD3 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-6, PC-6-H1, PC-6-H2, PC-6/350, PC-

6/350-H1, PC-6/350-H2, PC-6/A, PC-6/A-H1, PC-6/A-H2, PC-6/B-H2, PC-6/B1-H2, PC-6/B2-H2, PC-6/B2-H4, PC-6/C-H2, and PC-6/C1-H2 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-

9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; M7 Aerospace LP (Type Certificate Previously Held by Fairchild Aircraft Incorporated) Models SA26-AT, SA26-T, SA226-AT, SA226-T, SA226-T(B), SA226-TC, SA227-AC (C-26A), SA227-AT, SA227-BC (C-26A), SA227-CC, SA227-DC (C-26B), and SA227-TT Airplanes

[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 245 (Wednesday, December 22, 2010)][Pages 80293-80294] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0611; Directorate Identifier 2009-SW-18-AD; Amendment 39-16487; AD 2010-22-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS 350 B, BA, B1, B2, B3, and D, and Model AS355 E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; correction. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that was published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to the specified model helicopters. Table 1 of the AD has two part numbers that do not contain the ``SC'' prefix. This document adds the prefix and corrects that error. In all other respects, the original document remains the same. DATES: This final rule is effective December 22, 2010. The effective date for AD 2010-22-08 remains November 26, 2010. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-22/html/2010-31964.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 245 (Wednesday, December 22, 2010)][Pages 80370-80372] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1024; Directorate Identifier 2010-NE-34-AD] RIN 2120-AA64

http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-22/html/2010-31964.htm�

Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company GE90-76B; GE90-77B; GE90-85B; GE90-90B; and GE90-94B Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed AD would require initial and repetitive fluorescent penetrant inspections (FPIs) and eddy current inspections (ECIs) of the high-pressure compressor rotor (HPCR) 8-10 stage spool, part numbers (P/Ns) 1844M90G01 and 1844M90G02, for cracks between the 9-10 stages, at each piece-part exposure. This proposed AD was prompted by cracks discovered on one HPCR 8-10 spool between the 9-10 stages in the weld joint. We are proposing this AD to prevent failure of the HPCR 8-10 stage spool, uncontained engine failure, and damage to the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 7, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-22/html/2010-32156.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 245 (Wednesday, December 22, 2010)][Notices][Page 80567] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed Approval of Information Collection(s): Aviation Maintenance Technical Schools AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection. The Federal Register Notice with a 60-day comment period soliciting comments on the following collection of information was published on September 22, 2010, vol. 75, no. 183, pages 57827-57828. The information collected is needed to determine applicant eligibility and compliance for certification of Civil Aviation mechanics and operation of aviation mechanic schools. DATES: Written comments should be submitted by January 21, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-22/html/2010-32042.htm ]



Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 246 (Thursday, December 23, 2010)][Notices][Page 80886] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration Ninth Meeting--RTCA Special Committee 220: Automatic Flight Guidance and Control AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of RTCA Special Committee 220: Automatic Flight Guidance and Control meeting. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is issuing this notice to advise the public of a meeting of RTCA Special Committee 220: Automatic Flight Guidance and Control. DATES: The meeting will be held February 15th-17th, 2011. February 15th and 16th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and February 17th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-23/html/2010-32237.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 246 (Thursday, December 23, 2010)][Notices][Pages 80885-80886] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration Fifteenth Meeting: EUROCAE WG-72: RTCA Special Committee 216: Aeronautical Systems Security (Joint Meeting) AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of EUROCAE WG-72: RTCA Special Committee 216: Aeronautical Systems Security (Joint Meeting). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is issuing this notice to advise the public of a meeting of EUROCAE WG-72: RTCA Special Committee 216: Aeronautical Systems Security (Joint Meeting).


DATES: The meeting will be held January 18-21, 2011 starting at 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-23/html/2010-32247.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 246 (Thursday, December 23, 2010)][Pages 80735-80738] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 25 [Docket No. NM438 Special Conditions No. 25-10-03-SC] Special Conditions: Gulfstream Model GVI Airplane; High Incidence Protection AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed special conditions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This action proposes special conditions for the Gulfstream GVI airplane. This airplane will have novel or unusual design features when compared to the state of technology envisioned in the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes associated with the use of high incidence protection. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate orappropriate safety standards for these design features. These proposed special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards. DATES: We must receive your comments by February 7, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-23/html/2010-32236.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 246 (Thursday, December 23, 2010)][Pages 80738-80742] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39



[Docket No. FAA-2008-0847; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-056-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER series airplanes. The original NPRM would have required doing an inspection to identify the part number of the motor operated valve (MOV) actuators of the main and center fuel tanks; replacing certain MOV actuators with new MOV actuators; and measuring the electrical resistance of the bond from the adapter plate to the airplane structure, and doing corrective actions if necessary. The original NPRM also would have required revising the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. The original NPRM resulted from fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. This action revises the original NPRM by adding airplanes to the applicability. This action also revises the original NPRM by removing the requirement for revising the Airworthiness Limitations section of the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness. We are proposing this supplemental NPRM to prevent electrical current from flowing through an MOV actuator into a fuel tank, which could create a potential ignition source inside the fuel tank. This condition, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this supplemental NPRM by January 18, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-23/html/2010-32208.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 246 (Thursday, December 23, 2010)][Pages 80742-80744] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1202; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-167-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model MD-90-30 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).


----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Model MD-90-30 airplanes. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspections for cracking of the left and right upper center skin panels of the horizontal stabilizer, and corrective action if necessary. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of a crack found in the upper skin panel at the aft inboard corner of a right horizontal stabilizer. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the horizontal stabilizer upper center skin panel. Uncorrected cracks might ultimately lead to the loss of overall structural integrity of the horizontal stabilizer. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 7, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-23/html/2010-32207.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 246 (Thursday, December 23, 2010)][Pages 80744-80746] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1203; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-168-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87) and MD-88 airplanes. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspections for cracking of the left and right upper center skin panels of the horizontal stabilizer, and corrective action if necessary. This proposed AD was prompted by a report of a crack found in the upper skin panel at the aft inboard corner of a right horizontal stabilizer. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the horizontal stabilizer upper center skin panel. Uncorrected cracks might ultimately lead to the loss of overall structural integrity of the horizontal stabilizer. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 7, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-23/html/2010-32209.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81409-81412] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0437; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-130-AD; Amendment 39-16539; AD 2010-25-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub beams, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also provides for an optional repair, which would terminate the repetitive inspections. For airplanes on which a certain repair is done, this AD also requires repetitive inspections for cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub beams, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD results from reports of the detection of fatigue cracks at certain frame sections, in addition to stub beam cracking, caused by high flight cycle stresses from both pressurization and maneuver loads. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of certain fuselage frames and stub beams and possiblesevered frames, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the frames. This reduced structural integrity can increase loading in the fuselage skin, which will accelerate skin crack growth and could result in rapid decompression of the fuselage. DATES: This AD is effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 1, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-32354.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81412-81417] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration


14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2009-0913; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-101-AD; Amendment 39-16545; AD 2010-26-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes. This AD requires inspections for scribe lines in the fuselage skin at lap joints, the splice strap at certain butt joints, the skin or doubler at certain approved repair doublers, and the skin at decal locations; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD results from reports of scribe line damage found adjacent to the skin lap joints, decals, and wing-to-body fairings. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct scribe lines, which can develop into fatigue cracks in the skin. Undetected fatigue cracks can grow and cause sudden decompression of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 1, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31899.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81417-81419] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1006; Directorate Identifier 2009-CE-057-AD; Amendment 39-16543; AD 2010-26-04] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-28-161 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule.


----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above that are equipped with Thielert Aircraft Engine GmbH (TAE) Engine Model TAE-125-01 installed per Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) No. SA03303AT. This AD requires installing a full authority digital engine control (FADEC) backup battery, replacing the supplement pilot's operating handbook and FAA approved airplane flight manual, and revising the limitations section of the supplement airplane maintenance manual. This AD was prompted by an incident where an airplane experienced an in-flight engine shutdown caused by a momentary loss of electrical power to the FADEC. We are issuing this AD to prevent interruption of electrical power to the FADEC, which could result in an uncommanded engine shutdown. This failure could lead to a loss of engine power. DATES: This AD is effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publication listed in the AD as of February 1, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31905.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81420-81421] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0805; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-042-AD; Amendment 39-16553; AD 2010-26-13] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: Several cases of aileron terminal quadrant support brackets that were manufactured using sheet metal have been found cracked on DHC-8 Series 300 aircraft. Investigation revealed that the failure of the support bracket was due to fatigue. Failure of the aileron terminal quadrant support bracket could result in an adverse reduction of aircraft roll control. * * * * *


These conditions could result in loss of control of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 1, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-32325.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81422-81424] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0127; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-242-AD; Amendment 39-16547; AD 2010-26-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 767 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires a detailed inspection of the entryway door movable ceiling panel for pin migration at either end of the hinge assembly and damage to the pin; a detailed inspection for correct crimp at both ends and damage to hinge stock; a detailed inspection of the ceiling area for any visible cosmetic and/or tie-rod chafing that could be caused by a migrated hinge pin; a detailed inspection for wire damage and/or breakage; and other specified and corrective actions if necessary. This AD results from reports of fault messages caused by improperly crimped hinge pins coming into contact with wires and causing damage. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct improperly crimped hinge pins, which could damage tie rods and wire bundles, causing shorts in many systems, including the spar fuel shut-off valve, oxygen mask deployment, and burned wires, which could be an ignition source in a hidden area of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 1, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31967.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81424-81427] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1250; Directorate Identifier 2010-SW-075-AD; Amendment 39-16548; AD 2010-26-09] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S76A, B, and C Helicopters AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration, DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This amendment supersedes an existing emergency airworthiness directive (EAD) for the specified Sikorsky model helicopters. The EAD requires inspecting the LITEF Attitude Heading and Reference System (AHRS) unit of the navigation system to determine if it is at a Mod Status ``18.'' If either AHRS unit is at Mod Status ``18,'' the EAD requires installing placards on the instrument panel to prohibit single pilot instrument flight rule (IFR) and single pilot night flight and reducing airspeeds to 120 knots indicated airspeed (KIAS) if both autopilots uncouple during instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) or night flight. The EAD also requires inserting minimum crew and airspeed limitations into the Limitations section of the applicable Rotorcraft Flight Manual (RFM) to limit the minimumflight crew to 2 pilots for night flight and IFR flight and to reduce airspeed to 120 KIAS if both autopilots uncouple during IMC or night flight. This amendment contains the same requirements but draws the appropriate distinctions between IFR and IMC as used in the intended operating limitations. Also, unlike the EAD, this AD states the airspeed must be reduced to 120 KIAS if both autopilots uncouple during IMC or night flight. Further, we are removing the limitation contained in the Active Temporary Revisions relating to pilots keeping their hands and feet near the flight controls. This AD was prompted by the need to supersede the EAD to state the distinction between IFR and IMC as used in the operating limitations and to reduce the airspeed to 120 KIAS if both autopilots uncouple during IMC or night flight. The actions specified by this AD are intended to implement operating limitations based on an anomaly in the AHRS related to the 26 volt AC inverter that could result in a decoupling of both autopilots and to prevent loss of control of the helicopter during IMC and during night flight. DATES: Effective January 12, 2011. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of January 12, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 28, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31962.htm ] Back to Table of Contents


[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81427-81430] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0232; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-032-AD; Amendment 39-16549; AD 2010-26-10] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 747-200C, -200F, -400, -400D, and -400F Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD), which applies to certain Model 747-200C, -200F, -400, -400D, and -400F series airplanes. That AD currently requires repetitive inspections for cracks in the overlapping (upper) skin of the upper fastener row of the lap joints of the fuselage skin in sections 41, 42, and 46; and related investigative and corrective actions, if necessary. This new AD expands the inspection area in the existing AD, and adds a modification of certain lap joints and certain post-repair inspections of the lap joints. Accomplishing the modification would end the repetitive inspections required by the existing AD for the length of lap joint that is modified. This AD results from a structural review of affected skin lap joints for widespread fatigue damage. We are issuing this AD to prevent fatigue cracking in certain lap joints, which could result in rapid depressurization of the airplane. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 1, 2011. On April 13, 2006 (71 FR 12122, March 9, 2006), the Director of the Federal Register approved the other publication listed in the AD. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31992.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81430-81433] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION


Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0674; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-012-AD; Amendment 39-16546; AD 2010-26-07] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 747 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking in the body skin around the aft corners of the nose wheel well; for certain airplanes, repetitive inspections for cracking in the skin splice plate at the aft corners of the nose wheel well; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also requires repetitive post-modification inspections for cracking in the body skin and the skin splice plate; for certain airplanes, an inspection for steel cross-shaped doublers on the larger aluminum doublers; and corrective action if necessary. This AD also requires repetitive surface high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections of a certain bulkhead outer chord, skin splice plate, and outer chord radius filler for cracking; repetitive detailed inspections for cracking of the bulkhead frame web and body skin; and corrective actions if necessary. This AD provides for optional terminating action for certain repetitive inspections. This AD was prompted by reports of cracking of the fuselage skin and adjacent internal skin splice plate at the left and right nose wheel well aft corners, and the outer chord of the body station (BS) 400 bulkhead. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the fuselage skin or splice plate, which, together with cracking of the bulkhead outer chord, could result in large skin cracks and subsequent in-flight rapid decompression of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 1, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 1, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31985.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81433-81436] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1201; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-081-AD; Amendment 39-16551; AD 2010-26-12]


RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A321-211, -212, -231, and -232 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: A manufacturing quality non-conformity has been identified that resulted in the under-crimping of ring tags on a batch of In-tank Fuel Harnesses. The affected ring tags are used to join individual electrical wires in the Wing Tank harness installations to in-tank equipment on QT [Tank Quantity] circuit. The failure of a one or more ring tag crimp connections may result in the disconnection of the electrical wire with a possibility that the loose wire ends can contact the tank structure. When combined with a loss of equipment surface protection this constitutes a potential source of ignition in a fuel tank and consequent danger of fire or explosion. * * * * * This AD requires actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. DATES: This AD becomes effective January 12, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of January 12, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 11, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-31991.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Pages 81512-81514] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1204; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-147-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Various Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems (ACSS) Traffic Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Units AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.


ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for various aircraft equipped with certain ACSS TCAS units. This proposed AD would require upgrading software. This proposed AD results from reports of anomalies with TCAS units during a flight test over a high density airport. The TCAS units dropped several reduced surveillance aircraft tracks because of interference limiting. We are proposing this AD to prevent TCAS units from dropping tracks, which could compromise separation of air traffic and lead to subsequent mid-air collisions. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 11, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-32658.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 248 (Tuesday, December 28, 2010)][Notices][Page 81707] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed Approval of Information Collection(s): Performance and Handling Requirements for Rotorcraft AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice and request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, FAA invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval to renew an information collection. The Federal Register Notice with a 60-day comment period soliciting comments on the following collection of information was published on September 23, 2010, vol. 75, no. 184, page 58014. The FAA requires that certain performance information be provided in the Rotorcraft Flight Manual in order to show compliance to the regulatory requirements. The flight manual, by regulation, must be furnished with each aircraft. DATES: Written comments should be submitted by January 27, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-28/html/2010-32585.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82219-82228] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0827; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-029-AD; Amendment 39-16552; AD 2010-17-18 R1] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802 and AT-802A Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for Air Tractor, Inc. (Air Tractor) Models AT-802 and AT-802A airplanes. That AD currently requires you to repetitively inspect (using the eddy current method) the two outboard fastener holes in both of the wing main spar lower caps at the center splice joint for cracks and repair or replace any cracked spar, and changes the safe life for certain serial (SN) ranges. This AD retains the actions of AD 2010-17-18 and reduces the applicability from all serial numbers beginning with SN-0001 as required by the previous AD to SN-0001 through SN-0269. This AD was prompted by our evaluation of a comment from David Ligon, Air Tractor, and our determination that we should reduce the applicability from that already required by the previous AD. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracks in the wing main spar lower cap at the center splice joint, which could result in failure of the spar cap and lead to wing separation and loss of control of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective January 14, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of September 9, 2010 (75 FR 52255, August 25, 2010). The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of April 21, 2006 (71 FR 19994, April 19, 2006). We must receive any comments on this AD by February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-32905.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82325-82327] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration


14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1277; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-218-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 Series Airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Proposed rule; rescission. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to rescind airworthiness directive (AD) 2009-18-19. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by EASA, to rescind EASA AD 2010-0083. The MCAI specifies the following: It has been assessed that multiple NRV [non return valve] failures in combination with certain trapped fuel cases could potentially increase the quantity of unusable fuel on the aeroplane, possibly leading to fuel starvation which could result in engines in-flight shut down and would constitute an unsafe condition. To prevent and detect this condition, EASA issued EASA AD 2010-0083. Based on in service experience, mainly on the results of the operational test required by EASA AD 2010-0083, Airbus has performed a safety analysis on the NRV to check if the safety objectives are met. This analysis of the Collector Cell motive flow line NRV, taking into account all failure scenarios, concludes that the previous non compliance can be alleviated. Consequently, no unsafe condition exists any more on the affected NRV. For the reasons described above, EASA AD 2010-0083 is cancelled. The proposed AD would rescind the parallel FAA AD 2009-18-19. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-32997.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82327-82329] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1207; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-140-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault-Aviation Model FALCON 7X Airplanes


AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: Following investigation of an in service event, it has been determined that in case a short circuit occurs on a weight-on-wheels (WOW) proximity sensor wiring, both circuit breakers that supply power to that wiring will trip, causing simultaneous de-power of all WOW proximity sensors of that part of the system. The loss of the corresponding WOW information would lead to untimely inhibition of warnings that could compromise the pilot capacity to react to abnormal or failure landing conditions. * * * * * 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 February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-32999.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82329-82333] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1295; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-060-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by The New Piper Aircraft, Inc.) Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P, and PA-46R-350T Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to certain Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA-46-310P and PA-46-350P airplanes that are equipped with a Lewis or Transicoil turbine inlet temperature (T.I.T.) gauge and associated probe. The existing AD currently


requires calibrating the T.I.T. system; replacing any T.I.T. system that fails the calibration test; repetitively replacing the T.I.T. probe on certain Model PA-46-350P airplanes; and inserting a copy of the AD into the pilot's operating handbook (POH) for certain airplanes. Since we issued that AD, the manufacturer has revised related service information and added an airplane model to the list of affected airplanes. This proposed AD would retain the actions required by AD 99-15-04 R1, add certain Model PA-46R-350T airplanes to the Applicability section, expand the applicability to include other T.I.T. systems, and incorporate new service information. We are proposing this AD to prevent improper engine operation caused by improperly calibrated T.I.T. indicators or defective T.I.T. probes, which could result in engine damage/failure with consequent loss of control of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-32959.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82333-82335] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1206; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-216-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, and MD-10-10F Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Model DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, and MD-10-10F airplanes. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspections for cracking on the lower cap of the rear spar of the left and right wings between stations Xors=417 and the outboard edge of the lower cap splice of the wing rear spar at station Xors=400; temporary and permanent repairs if necessary; and repetitive inspections of repaired areas and corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD results from reports of three instances of fuel leaks in the lower cap splice of the wing rear spar at station Xors=409. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct cracking on the lower cap of the rear spar of the left and right wings between stations Xors=417 and the outboard edge of the lower cap splice of the wing rear spar at station Xors=400, which could result in fuel leaks or cracking of the lower wing skin and structure, causing possible inability of the structure to sustain the limit load adversely affecting the structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 14, 2011.


[Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-33001.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82335-82337] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1296; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-063-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; APEX Aircraft Model CAP 10 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 fatal accident occurred to a CAP 10C, in which the pilot lost control of the aeroplane. The following investigation has revealed that the probable cause of the accident was the improper locking of a turnbuckle (locking clip missing) of the flight control cables, and the subsequent inadvertent release of the pitchup control cable from the turnbuckle. 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 February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-32966.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 250 (Thursday, December 30, 2010)][Pages 82337-82340] -----------------------------------------------------------------------



DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1271; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-187-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -300, and -300ER Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed AD would require installing an auto shutoff feature for the center override/jettison fuel pumps, and installing power control circuitry for the centeroverride/jettison and main jettison fuel pumps. This proposed AD would also require installing new software in the electrical load management system (ELMS) electronics units in certain power management panels; installing airplane information management system 2 (AIMS-2) software in the AIMS-2 hardware; and making certain wiring changes. This proposed AD was prompted by results from fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. We are proposing this AD to prevent the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-30/html/2010-33000.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 1 (Monday, January 3, 2011)][Pages 5-9] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 1 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0812; Amendment No. 1-66] RIN 2120-AJ81 Feathering Propeller Systems for Light-Sport Aircraft Powered Gliders AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.


----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This final rule with request for comments amends the definition of light-sport aircraft by removing ``auto'' from the term ``autofeathering'' as it applies to powered gliders. This amendment will allow both manual and autofeathering propeller operation for powered gliders that qualify as light-sport aircraft. DATES: This rule becomes effective on March 4, 2011. Submit comments on or before February 2, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-03/html/2010-33082.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 1 (Monday, January 3, 2011)][Pages 28-31] ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2009-0908; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-067-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier proposed airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. That NPRM proposed replacing the power control relays for the fuel boost pumps and override pumps with new relays having a ground fault interrupt (GFI) feature. That NPRM was prompted by results from fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. This action revises that NPRM for all airplanes by proposing to require an electrical bonding resistance measurement for certain GFI relays to verify that certain bonding requirements are met. This action also revises that NPRM by proposing to require, for certain airplanes, an inspection to ensure that certain screws are properly installed, and re-installing longer screws if necessary. We are proposing this supplemental NPRM to prevent damage to the fuel pumps caused by electrical arcing that could introduce an ignition source in the fuel tank, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. Since these actions impose an additional burden over that proposed in the NPRM, we are reopening the comment period to allow the public the chance to comment on these proposed changes. DATES: We must receive comments on this supplemental NPRM by January 28, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-03/html/2010-33129.htm



Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 1 (Monday, January 3, 2011)][Pages 31-34] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1272; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-226-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed AD would require replacing the existing unshielded fuel quantity indication system (FQIS) wire bundles with double shielded FQIS wire bundles, installing a new wire feed-through fitting, and grounding the wire shields, as applicable; and doing repetitive low frequency eddy current (LFEC) inspections for cracking of the fuselage skin, and corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD also would require revising the maintenance program to incorporate certain airworthiness limitations. This proposed AD was prompted by fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. We are proposing this AD to increase the level of protection from lightning strikes and prevent the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 17, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-03/html/2010-33002.htm Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 1 (Monday, January 3, 2011)][Pages 34-42] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration


14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1275; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-091-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile] France Airworthiness Directive (AD) 1992-106-132(B) * * * was issued to require a set of inspection- and modification tasks which addressed JAR/FAR [Joint Aviation Regulation/Federal Aviation Regulation] 25-571 requirements related to damage-tolerance and fatigue evaluation of structure. * * *. * * * * * The unsafe condition is reduced structural integrity of the wings. 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 February 17, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-03/html/2010-32983.htm Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 1 (Monday, January 3, 2011)][Pages 46-50] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1273; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-089-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310-203, -204, -222, -304, -322, and -324 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). -----------------------------------------------------------------------


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 specific area, the lower tail plane cut-out located in the tail cone is subject to an inspection programme [for cracking] The unsafe condition is reduced structural integrity of the tail cone. 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 February 17, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-03/html/2010-32991.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 1 (Monday, January 3, 2011)][Pages 50-56] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1274; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-090-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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: DGAC [Direction G[eacute]n[eacute]rale de l'Aviation Civile] France AD 1992-106-132(B) * * * was issued to require a set of inspection and modification tasks which addressed JAR/FAR [Joint Aviation Regulation/Federal Aviation Regulation] 25-571 requirements related to damage-tolerance and fatigue evaluation of structure. The unsafe condition is reduced structural integrity of the wings. 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 February 17, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-03/html/2010-32992.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 2 (Tuesday, January 4, 2011)][Pages 253-255] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1286; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-064-AD; Amendment 39-16563; AD 86-25-07 R1] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; ROLLADEN-SCHNEIDER Flugzeugbau GmbH Model LS6 Gliders AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are rescinding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. The existing AD resulted from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued 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: During flights at speeds between 250 to 270 km/h (135 to 145 kts) aileron flutter occurred resulting in damage of control stick attachment. Since issuance of that AD, we have determined that the AD is not applicable because the Model LS6 is not type certificated in the United States. DATES: This AD is effective January 19, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 18, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-04/html/2010-32798.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 2 (Tuesday, January 4, 2011)][Page 255]



----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0829; Directorate Identifier 2010-NE-23-AD; Amendment 39-16524; AD 2010-24-05] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) PW305A and PW305B Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; correction. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to the products listed above. The agency docket No. and the engine type in the subject heading and paragraph (c) in the Summary section and the Regulatory text are incorrect. This document corrects that error. In all other respects, the original document remains the same. DATES: This final rule is effective January 3, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-04/html/2010-33171.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 2 (Tuesday, January 4, 2011)][Pages 292-294] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2006-24145; Directorate Identifier 2006-NE-06-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company CF6-45 and CF6-50 Series Turbofan Engines AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). -----------------------------------------------------------------------


SUMMARY: We propose to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to General Electric Company (GE) CF6-45 and CF6-50 series turbofan engines. The existing AD requires replacing certain forward and aft centerbodies of the long fixed core exhaust nozzle (LFCEN) assembly. Since we issued that AD, we became aware that other forward and aft centerbodies are also affected. This proposed AD would add certain new centerbodies requiring replacement. This proposed AD is prompted by the discovery of more part numbers (P/Ns) of centerbodies requiring replacement. We are proposing this AD to prevent the forward and aft centerbody of the LFCEN assembly from separating from the engine, damage to the engine, and damage to the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 18, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-04/html/2010-33167.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 2 (Tuesday, January 4, 2011)][Pages 291-292] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 25 [Docket No. NM439 Special Conditions No. 25-10-04-SC] Special Conditions: Gulfstream Model GVI Airplane; Single-Occupant Side-Facing Seats AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed special conditions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This action proposes special conditions for the Gulfstream GVI airplane. This airplane will have a novel or unusual design feature(s) associated with single-occupant side-facing seats. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These proposed special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards. DATES: We must receive your comments by February 18, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-04/html/2010-33221.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Rules and Regulations][Pages 419-421] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0955; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-013-AD; Amendment 39-16560; AD 2011-01-07] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; 328 Support Services GmbH (Type Certificate Previously Held by AvCraft Aerospace GmbH; Fairchild Dornier GmbH; Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH) Model 328-100 and -300 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: During maintenance on a 328-100 aeroplane, a crack was found on a trim tab fitting assembly. The cause of the cracking was identified as stress corrosion. This condition, if not corrected, could lead to in-flight failure of the tab fitting, possibly resulting in loss of control of the aeroplane. * * * * * We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32982.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 421-423] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration


14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0854; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-261-AD; Amendment 39-16559; AD 2011-01-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: During High Time Equipment (HTE) reviews conducted within the scope of the A310 aircraft Design Service Goal (DSG) extension work, Airbus discovered that the splined couplings and the sliding bearings of the flap transmission system could be affected by corrosion and wear, especially when their protective components such as wiper rings and rubber gaiters could become defective. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could degrade the functional integrity of the flap transmission system. * * * * * We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32987.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 423-426] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0701; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-017-AD; Amendment 39-16561; AD 2011-01-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 0100 Airplanes


AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: Two reports have been received where, during inspection of the vertical stabilizer of F28 Mark 0100 aeroplanes, one of the bolts that connect the horizontal stabilizer control unit actuator with the dog-links was found broken (one on the nut side & one on the head side). In both occasions, the bolt shaft was still present in the connection and therefore the horizontal stabilizer function was not affected. If a single dog-link connection fails, the complete stabilizer load is taken up by the remaining dog-link connection. * * * To address and correct this unsafe condition EASA [European Aviation Safety Agency] issued AD 2007-0287 [corresponding FAA AD 2008-22-14] that required a one-time inspection of the affected bolts, * * * and replacement of failed bolts with serviceable parts. EASA AD 2007-0287 also required the installation of a tie wrap through the lower bolts of the horizontal stabilizer control unit, to keep the bolt in place in the event of a bolt head failure. Recent examination revealed that the bolts failed due to stress corrosion, attributed to excessive bolt torque. Investigation of the recently failed bolts showed that the modification as required by AD 2007-0287 is not adequate. * * * * * Loss of horizontal stabilizer function could result in partial loss of control of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32990.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 426-428] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0855; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-066-AD; Amendment 39-16566; AD 2011-01-12] RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. That AD currently requires repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the fuse pins of the inboard and outboard midspar fittings of the nacelle strut, and corrective actions if necessary. This new AD requires replacing the midspar fuse pins with new, improved fuse pins, which would terminate the repetitive inspections. This AD was prompted by a report of corrosion damage of the chrome runout on the head side found on all four midspar fuse pins of the nacelle strut. Additionally, a large portion of the chrome plate was missing from the corroded area of the shank. We are issuing this AD to prevent damage of the fuse pins of the inboard and outboard midspar fittings of the nacelle strut, which could result in reduced structural integrity of the fuse pins, and consequent loss of the strut and separation of the engine from the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of November 13, 2008 (73 FR 59493, October 9, 2008). [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-33003.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 428-430] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0959; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-119-AD; Amendment 39-16564; AD 2011-01-10] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. -----------------------------------------------------------------------


SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: There have been two in-service reports of main landing gear (MLG) tire failure on landing, during which a flailing tire tread caused damage to No. 2 and No. 3 hydraulic system lines in the wing auxiliary spar area on the left side of the aircraft. This damage resulted in the loss of supply pressure to the inboard and outboard brakes, as the only remaining braking source available was the No. 3 hydraulic system accumulator. The degradation of the brake system performance could adversely affect the aircraft during landing. * * * * * The unsafe condition is loss of braking capability, which could reduce the ability of the flightcrew to safely land the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32996.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 430-432] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0953; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-010-AD; Amendment 39-16565; AD 2011-01-11] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model MD-90-30 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires repetitive high frequency eddy current inspections for cracking on the hinge bearing lugs of the left and right sides of the center section ribs of the horizontal stabilizer, and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks found on either the left or right (or in one case, both) sides of the center section ribs of the horizontal stabilizer. We are issuing this AD to


detect and correct cracking in the hinge bearing lugs of the center section of the left and right ribs, which could result in failure of the hinge bearing lugs and consequent inability of the horizontal stabilizer to sustain the required loads. DATES: This AD is effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32993.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 432-435] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0952; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-131-AD; Amendment 39-16555; AD 2011-01-02] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 Airplanes; Airbus Model A330-300 Series Airplanes; and Airbus Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: [T]he FAA published SFAR 88 (Special Federal Aviation Regulation 88). By mail referenced 04/00/02/07/01-L296 of March 4th, 2002 and 04/00/02/07/03-L024 of February 3rd, 2003 the JAA [Joint Aviation Authorities] recommended to the National Aviation Authorities (NAA) the application of a similar regulation. The aim of this regulation is to require * * * a definition review against explosion hazards. * * * * * Failure of the auxiliary power unit (APU) bleed leak detection system could result in overheat of the fuel tank located in the horizontal stabilizer and ignition of the fuel vapors in that tank, which could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products.


DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32653.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 435-437] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0797; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-141-AD; Amendment 39-16562; AD 2011-01-09] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; B/E Aerospace Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) Part Number 119003-11 Installed on Various Transport Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires removing affected PBE units. This AD was prompted by reports of potentially defectivepotassium superoxide canisters used in PBE units, which could result in an exothermic reaction and ignition. We are issuing this AD to prevent PBE units from igniting, which could result in a fire and possible injury to the flightcrew or other persons. DATES: This AD is effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 9, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32994.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 437-441]



----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2008-1080; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-118-AD; Amendment 39-16554; AD 2011-01-01] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The earlier MCAI, Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2007-08-01, effective September 27, 2007, describes the unsafe condition as: Fuel system reassessment, performed according to RBHA-E88/SFAR-88 (Regulamento Brasileiro de Homologacao Aeronautica 88/Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 88), requires the inclusion of new maintenance tasks in the Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL) and in the Fuel System Limitations (FSL), necessary to preclude ignition sources in the fuel system. * * * The new MCAI, Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2009-08-03, effective August 20, 2009, describes the unsafe condition as: An airplane fuel tank systems review required by Special Federal Aviation Regulation Number 88 (SFAR 88) and ``RBHA Especial N[uacute]mero 88'' (RBHA E 88) has shown that additional maintenance and inspection instructions are necessary to maintain the design features required to preclude the existence or development of an ignition source within the fuel tanks of the airplane. * * * * * We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of February 9, 2011. On July 30, 2008 (73 FR 35908, June 25, 2008), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this AD. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32998.htm ] Back to Table of Contents


[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 441-444] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1278; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-260-AD; Amendment 39-16567; AD 2011-01-13] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R Series Airplanes, and Model C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes) AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as: During a routine maintenance check on an A300-600 aeroplane, the operator found the pitch uncoupling unit installed at an incorrect location. The pitch uncoupling unit was inverted with the rod assembly. After a complete inspection of all A300-600 aeroplanes of its fleet, the operator identified the same incorrect installation on another aeroplane. * * * * * This condition, if not detected and corrected, in combination with particular failure modes, could lead to loss of control of the aeroplane during the takeoff phase. * * * * * This AD requires actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI. DATES: This AD becomes effective January 20, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of January 20, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 22, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32995.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 444-446]


----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1023 Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-055-AD; Amendment 39-16557; AD 2011-01-04] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-500 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued 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: It has been detected a short circuit in harness W101 due to its interference with the main door mechanism. Further analysis of the affected region has also revealed the possibility of chafing between the same harness and the oxygen tubing. The chafing of the wiring harness against the oxygen tubing could lead to a short circuit of the wiring harness and a subsequent fire in the airplane. Since this condition may occur in other airplanes of the same type and affects flight safety, a corrective action is required. Thus, sufficient reason exists to request compliance with this AD in the indicated time limit. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 9, 2011. On February 9, 2011, the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-32809.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 477-480] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39


[Docket No. FAA-2010-1307; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-049-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) and CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 :During flight-testing of a wing anti-ice piccolo tube containing a deliberate small breach, it was determined that the wing leading edge thermal switches were not detecting the consequent bleed leak at the design threshold. As a result, new Airworthiness Limitation tasks, consisting of a functional test of the wing leading edge thermal switches and an inspection of the wing anti-ice duct piccolo tubes, have been introduced in order to limit exposure to dormant failure of the switches in the event of piccolo tube failure, which could potentially compromise the structural integrity of the wing leading edge and the effectiveness of the wing anti-ice system. 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 February 22, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-33329.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 480-482] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1306; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-112-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault-Aviation Model FALCON 7X Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.


ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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 design review has revealed a potential dormant failure of the Ram Air Turbine (RAT) heating system. If this failure occurs, it could lead to the freezing of the RAT mechanism and the consequent non-deployment of the RAT when needed. * * * * * Non-deployment of the RAT could result in insufficient electrical power to operate the fly-by-wire system, and subsequent loss of control of the airplane. 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 February 22, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-33334.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 482-485] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1304; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-254-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 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:


* * * under certain conditions, an ignition source may develop in the wing tank vapour space, due to insufficient clearance between the wiring along the Fuel Quantity Tank Units (FQTU's) and the local reinforcing structure around the upper skin cut-out. This condition, if not corrected, in combination with flammable fuel vapours, could result in a wing tank explosion and consequent loss of the aeroplane. * * * * * 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 February 22, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-33337.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 485-489] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1305; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-074-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G airplanes. The existing AD currently requires revising the FAA-approved maintenance program by incorporating new airworthiness limitations for fuel tank systems to satisfy Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 88 requirements. That AD also requires the accomplishment of certain fuel system modifications, the initial inspections of certain repetitive fuel system limitations to phase in those inspections, and repair if necessary. This proposed AD would correct certain part number references, add an additional inspection area, and for certain airplanes, require certain actions to be re-accomplished according to revised service information. This proposed AD results from a report of incorrect accomplishment information in the service information cited by the existing AD. We are proposing this AD to prevent the potential for ignition sources inside fuel tanks caused by latent failures, alterations, repairs, or maintenance actions, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in a fuel tank explosion and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 22, 2011.


[Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-33335.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 5, 2011)][Pages 472-477] ------------------------------------------------------------------------ DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 25 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1193; Notice No. 10-19] RIN 2120-AJ80 Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes--Landing Gear Retracting Mechanisms and Pilot Compartment View AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration proposes to amend the airworthiness standards for transport category airplanes on landing gear retracting mechanisms and the pilot compartment view. This proposal would adopt the 1-g stall speed as a reference stall speed instead of the minimum speed obtained in a stalling maneuver, and would add an additional requirement to keep the landing gear and doors in the correct retracted position in flight. This proposal would also revise the requirements for pilot compartment view in precipitation conditions. Adopting these proposals would eliminate regulatory differences between the airworthiness standards of the U.S. and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), without affecting current industry design practices. DATES: Send your comments on or before April 5, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-05/html/2010-33347.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 4 (Thursday, January 6, 2011)][Page 721] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION



Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket 90-NM-267-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model G-1159 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration, DOT. ACTION: Proposed rule; withdrawal. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This action withdraws a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) to supersede an existing AD, applicable to certain Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model G-1159 airplanes. The existing AD requires an inspection to detect cracks or corrosion in the wing structure in the area of Fuselage Station (FS) 452 inboard clothespin attachment fitting, and repair if necessary. The proposed AD would have required repetitive inspections to detect corrosion or cracks in the forward and aft wing attach fittings at FS 345 and 452, respectively, and adjacent wing beam and wing plank areas, and repair if necessary; and the application of corrosion protection treatment. Since the issuance of the NPRM, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has received new data that indicate the aircraft maintenance manual has been revised to include additional inspections that address the unsafe condition detailed in the NPRM and that the full fleet is in compliance with the inspection and applicable repair required by the existing AD. Accordingly, the proposed rule is withdrawn. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-06/html/2011-54.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 6 (Monday, January 10, 2011)][Pages 1339-1342] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0646; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-223-AD; Amendment 39-16558; AD 2011-01-05] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule.


----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections of the aft pressure bulkhead web for cracking, and repair if necessary. For certain airplanes, this AD also provides for an optional preventative modification of the aft pressure bulkhead web, which would terminate certain repetitive detailed inspections. This AD was prompted by reports of cracks in the aft pressure bulkhead web. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking in the aft pressure bulkhead web, which could adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane, resulting in difficulty maintaining cabin pressurization or rapid decompression of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 14, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 14, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-10/html/2011-188.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 6 (Monday, January 10, 2011)][Pages 1342-1346] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2007-28435 Directorate Identifier 2007-CE-054-AD; Amendment 39-16556; AD 2011-01-03] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG Models G102 ASTIR CS, G102 CLUB ASTIR III, G102 CLUB ASTIR IIIb, and G102 STANDARD ASTIR III Gliders AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued 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: As a result of the replacement action of the G 103 TWIN ASTIR spar spigot assemblies, the Gliding Federation of Australia issued a directive to inspect the similar main spigots of single-seater sailplanes. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 14, 2011.


On February 14, 2011, the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-10/html/2010-32753.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 6 (Monday, January 10, 2011)][Pages 1346-1349] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1279; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-258-AD; Amendment 39-16568; AD 2010-02-05] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300, A300-600, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, A340-600, and A380-800 Series Airplanes; and Model A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-243 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: This document publishes in the Federal Register an amendment adopting airworthiness directive (AD) 2010-02-05 that was sent previously by individual notices to the known U.S. owners and operators of affected airplanes identified above. This AD requires modifying the flight deck door. This AD was prompted by a report indicating that certain equipment of the flight deck door is defective. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of this equipment, which could jeopardize flight safety. DATES: This AD becomes effective January 18, 2011 to all persons except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by AD 2010-02-05, which contained the requirements of this amendment. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the AD as of January 18, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 24, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-10/html/2010-33318.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 6 (Monday, January 10, 2011)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 1349-1351] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2010-33336] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1297; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-068-AD; Amendment 39-16569; AD 2010-26-54] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) (Type Certificate A00003SE Previously Held by Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing (Previously The Lancair Company)) Models LC41-550FG and LC42-550FG Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This emergency AD was sent previously to all known U.S. owners and operators of these airplanes. This AD requires obtaining written approval from the Manager, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), to operate the airplane. This written approval must clearly state that operation is approved per Emergency AD 2010-26-54. This AD was prompted by a Cessna Model LC41-550FG airplane that suffered a significant structural failure in the wing during a production acceptance flight test. We are issuing this AD to prevent catastrophic failure of the wing due to disbonding of the wing skin from the wing spar. DATES: This AD is effective January 10, 2011 to all persons except those persons to whom it was made immediately effective by Emergency AD 2010-26-54, issued on December 17, 2010, which contained the requirements of this amendment. We must receive comments on this AD by February 24, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-10/html/2010-33336.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 6 (Monday, January 10, 2011)][Pages 1351-1354]

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----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1280; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-270-AD; Amendment 39-16572; AD 2011-01-15] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 Series Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel along the chem-milled step at stringers S-4 left and S-4 right, from stations (STA) 297 through 439, and repair if necessary. This AD also includes terminating action for the repetitive inspections of the repaired areas only. This AD was prompted by reports of cracking in the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct fatigue cracking of the fuselage skin of the crown skin panel, which could result in pressure venting and consequent rapid decompression of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective January 25, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of January 25, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 24, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-10/html/2011-51.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 7 (Tuesday, January 11, 2011)][Pages 1552-1556] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2008-1118; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-318-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER Series Airplanes


AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is revising an earlier NPRM for an airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all Boeing Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900 series airplanes. The original NPRM would have superseded an existing AD that currently requires reviewing the airplane maintenance records to determine whether an engine has been removed from the airplane since the airplane was manufactured. For airplanes on which an engine has been removed, the existing AD also requires an inspection of the aft engine mount to determine if the center link assembly is correctly installed, and follow-on actions if necessary. The original NPRM proposed to require the same actions for airplanes on which the engine has not been previously removed. The original NPRM resulted from reports indicating that operators found that the center link assembly for the aft engine mount was reversed on several airplanes that had not had an engine removed since delivery. This new action revises the original NPRM by expanding the applicability to include Model 737-900ER airplanes. We are proposing this supplemental NPRM to prevent increased structural loads on the aft engine mount, which could result in failure of the aft engine mount and consequent separation of the engine from the airplane. ADDRESSES: We must receive comments on this supplemental NPRM by February 25, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-11/html/2011-367.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 7 (Tuesday, January 11, 2011)][Pages 1556-1559] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2009-0703; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-093-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM); reopening of comment period. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an earlier NPRM for the products listed above. This action revises the earlier NPRM by expanding the scope. 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: There have been four reports of loose or detached main landing gear torque link apex pin locking plate and the locking plate retainer bolt. This condition could result in torque link apex pin disengagement, heavy vibration during landing, damage to main landing gear components and subsequent main landing gear collapse. * * * * * 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 February 25, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-11/html/2011-368.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)][Pages 1979-1983] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2008-0295; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-298-AD; Amendment 39-16576; AD 2011-02-03] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for Model 757-200, -200PF, -200CB, and -300 series airplanes. This AD requires an inspection of the two spring arms in the spin brake assemblies in the nose wheel well to determine if the spring arms are made of aluminum or composite material, and repetitive related investigative/corrective actions if necessary. This AD also provides options for terminating the repetitive actions. This AD results from reports of cracked and broken aluminum springs. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracked or broken springs. A cracked or broken spring could separate from the airplane and result in potential hazard to persons or property on the ground, or ingestion into the engine with engine damage and potential shutdown, or damage to the airplane. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 16, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 16, 2011.


[Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-12/html/2011-371.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)][Pages 1983-1985] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0228; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-252-AD; Amendment 39-16574; AD 2011-02-01] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model MD-11 and MD-11F Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires a one-time inspection to detect damage of the wire assemblies of the tail tank fuel system, a wiring change, and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also requires, for certain airplanes, a general visual inspection for correct installation of the self-adhering high-temperature electrical insulation tape; installation of a wire assembly support bracket and routing wire assembly; changing wire supports; and installation of a wire protection bracket. This AD was prompted by fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct a potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable vapors, could result in a fuel tank fire or explosion, and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 16, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 16, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-12/html/2011-271.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)][Pages 1985-1990] -----------------------------------------------------------------------



DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0225; Directorate Identifier 2009-NM-203-AD; Amendment 39-16525; AD 2010-24-06] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers PLC Model SD3 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are superseding an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an airworthiness authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as Subsequent to accidents involving Fuel Tank System explosions in flight * * * and on ground, * * * Special Federal Aviation Regulation 88 (SFAR88) * * * required a safety review of the aircraft Fuel Tank System * * *. * * * * * Fuel Airworthiness Limitations are items arising from a systems safety analysis that have been shown to have failure mode(s) associated with an `unsafe condition' * * *. These are identified in Failure Conditions for which an unacceptable probability of ignition risk could exist if specific tasks and/or practices are not performed in accordance with the manufacturers' requirements. * * * * * We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective February 16, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the AD as of February 16, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain other publications listed in this AD as of July 21, 2006 (71 FR 34801, June 16, 2006). [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-12/html/2011-30.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)][Pages 1990-1993] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION


Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2009-0622; Directorate Identifier 2009-CE-034-AD; Amendment [39-16570; AD 2009-18-03 R1] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-6, PC-6-H1, PC-6-H2, PC-6/350, PC-6/350-H1, PC-6/350-H2, PC-6/A, PC-6/A-H1, PC-6/A-H2, PC-6/B-H2, PC-6/B1-H2, PC-6/B2-H2, PC-6/B2-H4, PC-6/C-H2, and PC-6/C1-H2 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are revising an existing airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued 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: Findings of corrosion, wear and cracks in the upper wing strut fittings on some PC-6 aircraft have been reported in the past. It is possible that the spherical bearing of the wing strut fittings installed in the underwing can be loose in the fitting or cannot rotate because of corrosion. In this condition, the joint cannot function as designed and fatigue cracks may then develop. Undetected cracks, wear and/or corrosion in this area could cause failure of the upper attachment fitting, leading to failure of the wing structure and subsequent loss of control of the aircraft. To address this problem, FOCA published AD TM-L Nr. 80.627-6/Index 72-2 and HB-2006-400 and EASA published AD 2007-0114 to require specific inspections and to obtain a fleet status. Since the issuance of AD 2007-0114, the reported data proved that it was necessary to establish and require repetitive inspections. EASA published Emergency AD 2007-0241-E to extend the applicability and to require repetitive eddy current and visual inspections of the upper wing strut fitting for evidence of cracks, wear and/or corrosion and examination of the spherical bearing and replacement of cracked fittings. Collected data received in response to Emergency AD 2007-0241-E resulted in the issuance of EASA AD 2007-0241R1 that permitted extending the intervals for the repetitive eddy current and visual inspections from 100 Flight Hours (FH) to 300 FH and from 150 Flight Cycles (FC) to 450 FC, respectively. In addition, oversize bolts were introduced by Pilatus PC-6 Service Bulletin (SB) 57-005 R1 and the fitting replacement procedure was adjusted accordingly. Based on fatigue test results, EASA AD 2007-0241R2 was issued to extend the repetitive inspection interval to 1100 FH or 12 calendar months, whichever occurs first, and to delete the related flight cycle intervals and the requirement for the ``Mild Corrosion Severity Zone''. In addition, some editorial changes have been made for reasons of standardization and readability. Revision 3 of this AD referred to the latest revision of the PC-6 Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) Chapter 5 limitations which have included the same repetitive inspection intervals and procedures already mandated in the revision 2 of AD 2007-0241. Besides the inspections, in the latest revision of the PC-6 AMM, the replacement procedures for the fittings were included. Additionally, EASA AD 2007-0241R3 introduced the possibility to replace the wing strut fitting with a new designed wing strut fitting. With this optional part replacement, in the repetitive inspection procedure the 1100 FH interval is deleted so that only calendar defined intervals of inspections remained applicable. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: This AD becomes effective February 16, 2011. As of October 1, 2009 (74 FR 43636, August 27, 2009), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Pilatus PC-6 Service Bulletin No. 57-005, REV No. 2, dated May 19, 2008; and Chapter 57-00-02 of Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Pilatus PC-6 Aircraft Maintenance Manual, dated November 30, 2008 (referenced as revision 9 in EASA AD No.: 2007-0241R3) listed in this AD. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-12/html/2010-33333.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 76, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)][Pages 1993-1996] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0549; Directorate Identifier 2010-NM-109-AD; Amendment 39-16573; AD 2011-01-16] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires installing fuel level float and pressure switch in-line fuses on the wing forward spars and forward and aft auxiliary fuel tanks, depending on the airplane configuration. This AD was prompted by fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. We are issuing this AD to prevent the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective February 16, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of February 16, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-12/html/2010-33345.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 8 (Wednesday, January 12, 2011)][Pages 1996-1999] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2011-0014; Directorate Identifier 2010-CE-066-AD; Amendment 39-16577; AD 2011-02-04] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; M7 Aerospace LP (Type Certificate Previously Held by Fairchild Aircraft Incorporated) Models SA26-AT, SA26-T, SA226-AT, SA226-T, SA226-T(B), SA226-TC, SA227-AC (C-26A), SA227-AT, SA227-BC (C-26A), SA227-CC, SA227-DC (C-26B), and SA227-TT Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Final rule; request for comments. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This AD requires repetitively inspecting the cockpit heated windshields for damage and replacing damaged windshields. This AD was prompted by reports from the windshield manufacturer of inner glass ply fracture. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct damage to the cockpit heated windshield, which could result in failure of the windshield with consequent rapid cabin decompression and loss of control of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective January 24, 2011. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publication listed in the AD as of January 24, 2011. We must receive comments on this AD by February 28, 2011. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2011-01-12/html/2011-457.htm ] Back to Table of Contents



IN TODAY’S ISSUE:

• Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS 350 B, BA, B1, B2, B3, and D, and Model AS355 E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters

• Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company GE90-76B; GE90-77B; GE90-85B; GE90-

90B; and GE90-94B Turbofan Engines (NPRM)

• Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed Approval of Information Collection(s): Aviation Maintenance Technical Schools

• Ninth Meeting--RTCA Special Committee 220: Automatic Flight Guidance and Control

• Fifteenth Meeting: EUROCAE WG-72: RTCA Special Committee 216: Aeronautical Systems

Security (Joint Meeting)

• Special Conditions: Gulfstream Model GVI Airplane; High Incidence Protection

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER Series Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model MD-90-30 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82

(MD-82), DC-9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-200, -300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, and -900

Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. Model PA-28-161 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-300 Series Airplanes


• Airworthiness Directives; Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation (Sikorsky) Model S76A, B, and C Helicopters

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 747-200C, -200F, -400, -400D, and -400F

Series Airplanes


• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A321-211, -212, -231, and -232 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Various Aviation Communication & Surveillance Systems (ACSS) Traffic

Alert and Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) Units (NPRM) • Agency Information Collection Activities: Requests for Comments; Clearance of Renewed

Approval of Information Collection(s): Performance and Handling Requirements for Rotorcraft

• Airworthiness Directives; Air Tractor, Inc. Models AT-802 and AT-802A Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200 and -300 Series Airplanes, and Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes


• Airworthiness Directives; Piper Aircraft, Inc. (Type Certificate Previously Held by The New Piper

Aircraft, Inc.) Models PA-46-310P, PA-46-350P, and PA-46R-350T Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Corporation Model DC-10-10, DC-10-10F, and MD-10-10F Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; APEX Aircraft Model CAP 10 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 777-200, -300, and -300ER Series

Airplanes (NPRM)

• Feathering Propeller Systems for Light-Sport Aircraft Powered Gliders

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series Airplanes (NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310-203, -204, -222, -304, -322, and -324 Airplanes

(NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; ROLLADEN-SCHNEIDER Flugzeugbau GmbH Model LS6 Gliders

• Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) PW305A and PW305B Turbofan Engines

• Airworthiness Directives; General Electric Company CF6-45 and CF6-50 Series Turbofan

Engines (NPRM)

• Special Conditions: Gulfstream Model GVI Airplane; Single-Occupant Side-Facing Seats

• Airworthiness Directives; 328 Support Services GmbH (Type Certificate Previously Held by AvCraft Aerospace GmbH; Fairchild Dornier GmbH; Dornier Luftfahrt GmbH) Model 328-100 and -300 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A310 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 0100 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-201, -202, -203, -223, and -243 Airplanes; Airbus

Model A330-300 Series Airplanes; and Airbus Model A340-200 and -300 Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; B/E Aerospace Protective Breathing Equipment (PBE) Part Number 119003-11 Installed on Various Transport Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B4-600, B4-600R, and F4-600R Series Airplanes,

and Model C4-605R Variant F Airplanes (Collectively Called A300-600 Series Airplanes)

• Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-500 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2A12 (CL-601) and CL-600-2B16 (CL-

601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) Airplanes (NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Services B.V. Model F.28 Mark 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Martin Corporation/Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company

Model 382, 382B, 382E, 382F, and 382G Airplanes (NPRM)

• Harmonization of Airworthiness Standards for Transport Category Airplanes--Landing Gear Retracting Mechanisms and Pilot Compartment View (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation Model G-1159 Airplanes

(Withdrawal)

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 727, 727C, 727-100, 727-100C, 727-200, and 727-200F Series Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; GROB-WERKE GMBH & CO KG Models G102 ASTIR CS, G102 CLUB

ASTIR III, G102 CLUB ASTIR IIIb, and G102 STANDARD ASTIR III Gliders

• Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300, A300-600, A310, A318, A319, A320, A321, A330-300, A340-200, A340-300, A340-500, A340-600, and A380-800 Series Airplanes; and Model A330-201, A330-202, A330-203, A330-223, A330-243 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) (Type Certificate A00003SE

Previously Held by Columbia Aircraft Manufacturing (Previously The Lancair Company)) Models LC41-550FG and LC42-550FG Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 Series

Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER Series Airplanes (NPRM)

• Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) Airplanes, Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) Airplanes, and Model CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) Airplanes (NPRM)


• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model MD-11 and MD-11F Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Short Brothers PLC Model SD3 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. Models PC-6, PC-6-H1, PC-6-H2, PC-6/350, PC-

6/350-H1, PC-6/350-H2, PC-6/A, PC-6/A-H1, PC-6/A-H2, PC-6/B-H2, PC-6/B1-H2, PC-6/B2-H2, PC-6/B2-H4, PC-6/C-H2, and PC-6/C1-H2 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Company Model DC-9-81 (MD-81), DC-9-82 (MD-82), DC-

9-83 (MD-83), DC-9-87 (MD-87), and MD-88 Airplanes

• Airworthiness Directives; M7 Aerospace LP (Type Certificate Previously Held by Fairchild Aircraft Incorporated) Models SA26-AT, SA26-T, SA226-AT, SA226-T, SA226-T(B), SA226-TC, SA227-AC (C-26A), SA227-AT, SA227-BC (C-26A), SA227-CC, SA227-DC (C-26B), and SA227-TT Airplanes

[Federal Register Volume 75, Number 245 (Wednesday, December 22, 2010)][Pages 80293-80294] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-0611; Directorate Identifier 2009-SW-18-AD; Amendment 39-16487; AD 2010-22-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS 350 B, BA, B1, B2, B3, and D, and Model AS355 E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; correction. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that was published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to the specified model helicopters. Table 1 of the AD has two part numbers that do not contain the ``SC'' prefix. This document adds the prefix and corrects that error. In all other respects, the original document remains the same. DATES: This final rule is effective December 22, 2010. The effective date for AD 2010-22-08 remains November 26, 2010. [Full text of the above is available in the Federal Register at the following link: http://origin.www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2010-12-22/html/2010-31964.htm ] Back to Table of Contents [Federal Register Volume 75, Number 245 (Wednesday, December 22, 2010)][Pages 80370-80372] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2010-1024; Directorate Identifier 2010-NE-34-AD] RIN 2120-AA64
