83 FR 55249 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 214 (November 5, 2018)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 214 (November 5, 2018)
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 214 (Monday, November 5, 2018)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 55249-55252] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2018-23687] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2018-0585; Product Identifier 2018-NM-070-AD; Amendment 39-19481; AD 2018-22-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports that non-conforming FIREX squib wire harness connectors may have been installed, which could result in FIREX squib wire harness connectors being connected to the wrong FIREX bottle connectors on affected aircraft. This AD requires a visual inspection of the connections between the FIREX squib wire harness connectors and FIREX bottle connectors, installation of split ring lanyards on the FIREX squib wire harness connectors, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective December 10, 2018. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of December 10, 2018. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855- 7401; email thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com; internet http://www.bombardier.com. You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206- 231-3195. It is also available on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0585. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0585; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations (phone: 800-647- 5527) is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John DeLuca, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7369; fax 516-794-5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on July 6, 2018 (83 FR 31491). The NPRM was prompted by reports that non-conforming FIREX squib wire harness connectors may have been installed, which could result in FIREX squib wire harness connectors being connected to the wrong FIREX bottle connectors on affected aircraft. The NPRM proposed to require a visual inspection of the connections between the FIREX squib wire harness connectors and FIREX bottle connectors, installation of split ring lanyards on the FIREX squib wire harness connectors, and corrective actions if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address this wiring discrepancy, which, in the event of an engine fire, could result in misrouting the supply of fire extinguishing agent to the wrong engine, or limit the supply from both FIREX bottles to only one engine, which could result in the inability to extinguish an engine fire. Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation authority for Canada, has issued Canadian AD CF-2018-08R1, dated March 2, 2018 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700- 1A11 airplanes. The MCAI states: Bombardier Inc. has been made aware that non-conforming squib connector wire harnesses may have been installed on one of the two engine FIREX bottle installations on some of the affected aeroplanes. The subject non conformity of squib connector wire [[Page 55250]] length can allow cross connection between the two squib connectors on one of the engine FIREX bottles, preventing proper function of the engine FIREX system. In the event of an engine fire, this wiring discrepancy may potentially misroute the supply of fire extinguishing agent to the wrong engine, or limit the supply from both FIREX bottles to only one engine, hence impacting the operational safety of the aeroplane. Bombardier Inc. issued service bulletins (SB) 700-26-011, 700- 26-5003, 700-26-6003, and 700-1A11-26-004, for the affected model aeroplanes, to address the potentially unsafe condition caused by the non-conforming FIREX bottle squib connector wiring. The original version of this [Canadian] AD was issued to mandate compliance with the above-mentioned SBs, as applicable. Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD is issued to correct an error in the applicability section of the original AD. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018- 0585. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The following presents the comments received on the NPRM and the FAA's response to each comment. Request To Refer to Revised Service Information Bombardier requested that the NPRM be updated to reference the current revision of certain service information to avoid issuing an Alternate Means of Compliance (AMOC) following the release of this AD. Bombardier noted that four service bulletins referred to in the NPRM have been revised. Bombardier stated that the latest revisions correct a minor error in the original weight and balance section. Bombardier also noted that a previous revision to the service information included mention of the Canadian AD CF-2018-08R1, as well as a clarifying note in the close-out instruction of the service information for operator convenience and ease of use. We agree with the commenter's request. Because the revised service information does not include any additional actions, we have updated the preamble and figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD to refer to the revised service information. Bombardier also requested that we revise the NPRM to include previous revisions of the service information as credit for operators who have already accomplished the required actions to avoid issuance of AMOCs following the release of this AD. We agree with the commenter's request. Because the previous revisions of the service information do not include any additional actions, we have revised paragraph (h) of this AD to provide credit for actions accomplished prior to the effective date of this AD using the applicable Bombardier service information identified in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(12) of this AD. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comments received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule with the changes described previously and minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. We also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final rule. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Bombardier, Inc. issued the following service information: Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-26-004, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-011, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-5003, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-6003, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. This service information describes procedures for a visual inspection of the connections between the FIREX squib wire harness connectors and the FIREX bottle connectors to determine whether the connectors are installed correctly, and installation of split ring lanyards on the FIREX squib wire harness connectors. This service information also describes procedures for reconnecting incorrectly installed connectors to the appropriate mating connectors and an operational test of the fire extinguishing system. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models in different configurations. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 358 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection/Modification............ 2 work-hours x $85 per hour $55 $225 $80,550 = $170. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- According to the manufacturer, some or all of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all known costs in our cost estimate. Authority for This Rulemaking Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's authority. We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this rulemaking action. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, [[Page 55251]] as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings This AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866, (2) Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979), (3) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and (4) Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2018-22-08 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-19481; Docket No. FAA- 2018-0585; Product Identifier 2018-NM-070-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective December 10, 2018. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-700-1A10 and BD- 700-1A11 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 9001 through 9839 inclusive, and serial number 9998. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 26, Fire protection. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports that non-conforming FIREX squib wire harness connectors may have been installed, which could result in FIREX squib wire harness connectors being connected to the wrong FIREX bottle connectors on affected aircraft. We are issuing this AD to address this wiring discrepancy, which, in the event of an engine fire, could result in misrouting the supply of fire extinguishing agent to the wrong engine, or limit the supply from both FIREX bottles to only one engine, which could result in the inability to extinguish an engine fire. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions Within 1,000 flight hours or 15 months, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD, perform a visual inspection for correct connections between the FIREX squib wire harness connectors and FIREX bottle connectors, and install split ring lanyards on the FIREX squib wire harness connectors, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information listed in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD. If any incorrect connections are found: Before further flight, re-connect the connectors to the appropriate mating connecters and do an operational test of the fire extinguishing system, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in figure 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD. [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR05NO18.000 (h) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using the applicable service information listed in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(12) of this AD. (1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-26-004, dated December 28, 2017. (2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-26-004, Revision 01, dated February 15, 2018. (3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-26-004, Revision 02, dated July 27, 2018. (4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-011, dated December 28, 2017. (5) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-011, Revision 01, dated February 15, 2018. (6) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-011, Revision 02, dated July 27, 2018. (7) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-5003, dated December 28, 2017. [[Page 55252]] (8) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-5003, Revision 01, dated February 15, 2018. (9) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-5003, Revision 02, dated July 27, 2018. (10) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-6003, dated December 28, 2017. (11) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-6003, Revision 01, dated February 15, 2018. (12) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-6003, Revision 02, dated July 27, 2018. (i) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature. (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2018-08R1, dated March 2, 2018, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0585. (2) For more information about this AD, contact John DeLuca, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7369; fax 516-794-5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. (k) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-1A11-26-004, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. (ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-011, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. (iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-5003, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. (iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-26-6003, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514-855- 7401; email thd.crj@aero.bombardier.com; internet http://www.bombardier.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on October 22, 2018. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2018-23687 Filed 11-2-18; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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and pilot awareness of essential flight The AD docket contains this final rule,
information displayed on the HUD, such Federal Aviation Administration the regulatory evaluation, any
as alerts, airspeed, attitude, altitude and comments received, and other
direction, approach guidance, wind- 14 CFR Part 39 information. The address for Docket
shear guidance, TCAS resolution [Docket No. FAA–2018–0585; Product Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
advisories, and unusual-attitude Identifier 2018–NM–070–AD; Amendment U.S. Department of Transportation,
recovery cues. 39–19481; AD 2018–22–08] Docket Operations, M–30, West
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to the pitch scale, outside view, and Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier,
Inc., Airplanes FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John
image, must be scaled and aligned (i.e.,
DeLuca, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics
conformal) to the external scene and, AGENCY: Federal Aviation and Electrical Systems Services Section,
when considered singly or in Administration (FAA), Department of FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600
combination, must not be misleading, Transportation (DOT). Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
cause pilot confusion, or increase ACTION: Final rule. NY 11590; telephone 516–228–7369; fax
workload. Airplane attitudes or cross- 516–794–5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@
wind conditions may cause certain SUMMARY: We are adopting a new faa.gov.
symbols, such as the zero-pitch line or airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc., Model BD–700–1A10 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
flight-path vector, to reach field-of-view
limits such that they cannot be and BD–700–1A11 airplanes. This AD Discussion
positioned conformably with the image was prompted by reports that non-
We issued a notice of proposed
and external scene. In such cases, these conforming FIREX squib wire harness
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
symbols may be displayed, but with an connectors may have been installed,
part 39 by adding an AD that would
altered appearance (e.g., ‘‘ghosting’’) which could result in FIREX squib wire
apply to certain Bombardier, Inc., Model
which makes the pilot aware that they harness connectors being connected to
BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–1A11
are no longer displayed conformally. the wrong FIREX bottle connectors on
airplanes. The NPRM published in the
affected aircraft. This AD requires a
f. A HUD system that displays EFVS Federal Register on July 6, 2018 (83 FR
visual inspection of the connections
images must, if previously certified, 31491). The NPRM was prompted by
between the FIREX squib wire harness
continue to meet all of the requirements reports that non-conforming FIREX
connectors and FIREX bottle connectors,
of the original approval. squib wire harness connectors may have
installation of split ring lanyards on the
been installed, which could result in
3. The safety and performance of the FIREX squib wire harness connectors,
FIREX squib wire harness connectors
pilot tasks associated with the use of the and corrective actions if necessary. We
being connected to the wrong FIREX
pilot-compartment view must be not be are issuing this AD to address the unsafe
bottle connectors on affected aircraft.
degraded by the display of the EFVS condition on these products.
The NPRM proposed to require a visual
image. Pilot tasks, which must not be DATES: This AD is effective December inspection of the connections between
degraded by the EFVS image, include: 10, 2018. the FIREX squib wire harness
The Director of the Federal Register connectors and FIREX bottle connectors,
a. Detection, accurate identification,
approved the incorporation by reference installation of split ring lanyards on the
and maneuvering, as necessary, to avoid
of certain publications listed in this AD FIREX squib wire harness connectors,
traffic, terrain, obstacles, and other as of December 10, 2018.
hazards of flight. and corrective actions if necessary.
ADDRESSES: For service information We are issuing this AD to address this
b. Accurate identification and identified in this final rule, contact wiring discrepancy, which, in the event
utilization of visual references required Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-Vertu Road of an engine fire, could result in
for every task relevant to the phase of West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, Canada; misrouting the supply of fire
flight. telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514–855– extinguishing agent to the wrong engine,
4. Use of EFVS for instrument 7401; email thd.crj@ or limit the supply from both FIREX
approach operations must be in aero.bombardier.com; internet http:// bottles to only one engine, which could
accordance with the provisions of the www.bombardier.com. You may view result in the inability to extinguish an
applicable § 91.176 operational rule. this service information at the FAA, engine fire.
Appropriate limitations must be stated Transport Standards Branch, 2200 Transport Canada Civil Aviation
in the Operating Limitations section of South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For (TCCA), which is the aviation authority
the Airplane Flight Manual to prohibit information on the availability of this for Canada, has issued Canadian AD
material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195. CF–2018–08R1, dated March 2, 2018
the use of the EFVS for functions that
It is also available on the internet at (referred to after this as the Mandatory
have not been found to be acceptable.
http://www.regulations.gov by searching Continuing Airworthiness Information,
Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe
October 29, 2018. 0585. condition for certain Bombardier, Inc.,
Victor Wicklund,
Examining the AD Docket Model BD–700–1A10 and BD–700–
Manager, Transport Standards Branch, Policy 1A11 airplanes. The MCAI states:
and Innovation Division, Aircraft You may examine the AD docket on
Bombardier Inc. has been made aware that
Certification Service. the internet at http:// non-conforming squib connector wire
[FR Doc. 2018–24104 Filed 11–2–18; 8:45 am] www.regulations.gov by searching for harnesses may have been installed on one of
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– the two engine FIREX bottle installations on
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0585; or in person at Docket Operations some of the affected aeroplanes. The subject
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length can allow cross connection between revision to the service information burden on any operator or increase the
the two squib connectors on one of the included mention of the Canadian AD scope of this final rule.
engine FIREX bottles, preventing proper CF–2018–08R1, as well as a clarifying
function of the engine FIREX system. Related Service Information Under 1
In the event of an engine fire, this wiring
note in the close-out instruction of the
CFR Part 51
discrepancy may potentially misroute the service information for operator
supply of fire extinguishing agent to the convenience and ease of use. Bombardier, Inc. issued the following
wrong engine, or limit the supply from both We agree with the commenter’s service information:
FIREX bottles to only one engine, hence request. Because the revised service • Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
impacting the operational safety of the information does not include any 1A11–26–004, Revision 03, dated
aeroplane. additional actions, we have updated the
Bombardier Inc. issued service bulletins August 24, 2018.
preamble and figure 1 to paragraph (g) • Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
(SB) 700–26–011, 700–26–5003, 700–26–
6003, and 700–1A11–26–004, for the affected of this AD to refer to the revised service 26–011, Revision 03, dated August 24,
model aeroplanes, to address the potentially information. 2018.
unsafe condition caused by the non- Bombardier also requested that we
• Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
conforming FIREX bottle squib connector revise the NPRM to include previous
wiring. 26–5003, Revision 03, dated August 24,
revisions of the service information as
The original version of this [Canadian] AD 2018.
credit for operators who have already
was issued to mandate compliance with the accomplished the required actions to • Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–
above-mentioned SBs, as applicable. 26–6003, Revision 03, dated August 24,
Revision 1 of this [Canadian] AD is issued
avoid issuance of AMOCs following the
release of this AD. 2018.
to correct an error in the applicability section
of the original AD. We agree with the commenter’s This service information describes
request. Because the previous revisions procedures for a visual inspection of the
You may examine the MCAI in the connections between the FIREX squib
of the service information do not
AD docket on the internet at http:// wire harness connectors and the FIREX
include any additional actions, we have
www.regulations.gov by searching for bottle connectors to determine whether
revised paragraph (h) of this AD to
and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– the connectors are installed correctly,
provide credit for actions accomplished
0585. and installation of split ring lanyards on
prior to the effective date of this AD
Comments using the applicable Bombardier service the FIREX squib wire harness
We gave the public the opportunity to information identified in paragraphs connectors. This service information
participate in developing this final rule. (h)(1) through (h)(12) of this AD. also describes procedures for
The following presents the comments reconnecting incorrectly installed
Conclusion connectors to the appropriate mating
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
response to each comment. We reviewed the relevant data, connectors and an operational test of the
considered the comments received, and fire extinguishing system. These
Request To Refer to Revised Service determined that air safety and the documents are distinct since they apply
Information public interest require adopting this to different airplane models in different
Bombardier requested that the NPRM final rule with the changes described configurations. This service information
be updated to reference the current previously and minor editorial changes. is reasonably available because the
revision of certain service information We have determined that these minor interested parties have access to it
to avoid issuing an Alternate Means of changes: through their normal course of business
Compliance (AMOC) following the • Are consistent with the intent that or by the means identified in the
release of this AD. Bombardier noted was proposed in the NPRM for ADDRESSES section.
that four service bulletins referred to in addressing the unsafe condition; and
Costs of Compliance
the NPRM have been revised. • Do not add any additional burden
Bombardier stated that the latest upon the public than was already We estimate that this AD affects 358
revisions correct a minor error in the proposed in the NPRM. airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate
original weight and balance section. We also determined that these the following costs to comply with this
Bombardier also noted that a previous changes will not increase the economic AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection/Modification ........... 2 work-hours × $85 per hour = $170 ..................................... $55 $225 $80,550
According to the manufacturer, some rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, air commerce by prescribing regulations
or all of the costs of this AD may be section 106, describes the authority of for practices, methods, and procedures
covered under warranty, thereby the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII: the Administrator finds necessary for
reducing the cost impact on affected Aviation Programs, describes in more safety in air commerce. This regulation
individuals. We do not control warranty detail the scope of the Agency’s is within the scope of that authority
coverage for affected individuals. As a authority. because it addresses an unsafe condition
result, we have included all known We are issuing this rulemaking under that is likely to exist or develop on
costs in our cost estimate. the authority described in Subtitle VII, products identified in this rulemaking
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: action.
Authority for This Rulemaking ‘‘General requirements.’’ Under that This AD is issued in accordance with
Title 49 of the United States Code section, Congress charges the FAA with authority delegated by the Executive
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Director, Aircraft Certification Service,
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(8) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– (iv) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– and installation of a new ISS definition
5003, Revision 01, dated February 15, 2018. 6003, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. file database within the displays and
(9) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– (3) For service information identified in crew alerting (DCA) system. We are
5003, Revision 02, dated July 27, 2018. this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte-
issuing this AD to address the unsafe
(10) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9,
Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514– condition on these products.
6003, dated December 28, 2017.
(11) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– 855–7401; email thd.crj@ DATES: This AD is effective December
6003, Revision 01, dated February 15, 2018. aero.bombardier.com; internet http:// 10, 2018.
(12) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– www.bombardier.com. The Director of the Federal Register
6003, Revision 02, dated July 27, 2018. (4) You may view this service information approved the incorporation by reference
at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, of certain publications listed in this AD
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York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone Aircraft Certification Service. It is also available on the internet at
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by the Manager, New York ACO Branch,
[Docket No. FAA–2018–0027; Product
0027; or in person at Docket Operations
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(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design through Friday, except Federal holidays.
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Company Airplanes Operations (phone: 800–647–5527) is
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1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
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and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0585. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
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contact John DeLuca, Aerospace Engineer, Boeing Company Model 787 series Nelson O. Sanchez, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Electrical Systems Services airplanes. This AD was prompted by Systems and Equipment Section, FAA,
Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 reports that, under certain conditions, Seattle ACO Branch, 2200 South 216th
Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY the automatic dependent surveillance- St., Des Moines, WA 98198; phone and
11590; telephone 516–228–7369; fax 516– broadcast (ADS–B) out function and air fax: 206–231–3543; email:
794–5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov. traffic control/traffic alert and collision nelson.sanchez@faa.gov.
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This AD requires an inspection or Discussion
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paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR software is installed, the installation of rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 51. new software for the integrated part 39 by adding an AD that would
(2) You must use this service information surveillance system (ISS) operational apply to all The Boeing Company Model
as applicable to do the actions required by program software (OPS) if necessary, a 787 series airplanes. The NPRM
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
software check, and applicable on- published in the Federal Register on
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–1A11–
26–004, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. condition actions. For certain airplanes, February 9, 2018 (83 FR 5741). The
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– this AD also requires the installation of NPRM was prompted by reports that,
011, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. new software for the ISS OPS, ISS under certain conditions, the ADS–B
(iii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700–26– option selection software (OSS) file, and out function and ATC/TCAS functions
5003, Revision 03, dated August 24, 2018. ISS airline selectable option (ASO) file; can transmit incorrect data. The NPRM
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective December 10, 2018. | |
| Contact | John DeLuca, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7369; fax 516-794-5531; email [email protected] | |
| FR Citation | 83 FR 55249 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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