83 FR 8810 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 41 (March 1, 2018)

Page Range		8810-8812
FR Document		2018-04149

We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of arcing and smoke emanating from the windshields. This proposed AD would require a revision to the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to include an inspection of the windshield moisture seal for signs of cracks, erosion, wear, and other deterioration; doing that inspection and repair if necessary; and re-torqueing the windshield heater terminal lugs and applying sealant to the windshield heater screw heads. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2018-0118; Product Identifier 2017-NM-083-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This
proposed AD was prompted by reports of arcing and smoke emanating from
the windshields. This proposed AD would require a revision to the
maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to include an
inspection of the windshield moisture seal for signs of cracks,
erosion, wear, and other deterioration; doing that inspection and
repair if necessary; and re-torqueing the windshield heater terminal
lugs and applying sealant to the windshield heater screw heads. We are
proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by April 16, 2018.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in this NPRM, contact
Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt Boulevard,
Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone: 416-375-4000; fax: 416-
375-4539; email: thd.qseries@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.

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-
0118; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received,
and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations
office (telephone: 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments
will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch,
1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516-228-
7301; fax: 516-794-5531.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed
under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2018-0118;
Product Identifier 2017-NM-083-AD'' at the beginning of your comments.
We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all
comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM based on
those comments.
We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this NPRM.

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Discussion

Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian AD CF-2017-18, dated May 26,
2017 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for
certain Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. The MCAI
states:

There have been numerous reports of arcing and smoke emanating
from the windshields. Review of these incidents revealed that the
windshield heater terminal lugs tend to loosen over time. Loose
terminal lugs could create sparks that lead to burning of the lugs
and, due to the excessive heat, cracking of the windshields. If not
corrected, this condition could cause a loss of cabin pressure
resulting in an emergency descent.

Required actions include a revision to the maintenance or
inspection program, as applicable, to include an inspection of the
windshield moisture seal for signs of cracks, erosion, wear, or other
deterioration; doing that inspection and repair if necessary; and re-
torqueing the windshield heater terminal lugs and applying sealant to
the windshield heater screw heads. 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-2018-0118.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

Bombardier, Inc., has issued Service Bulletin 84-30-16, Revision A,
dated September 27, 2017. This service information describes procedures
for re-torqueing the screws that fasten the windshield heater terminal
lugs and applying sealant to the screw heads.
Bombardier, Inc., has also issued Q400 Dash 8 Temporary Revision
MRB-0099, dated December 9, 2016, to Part 1 of Bombardier, Inc., Q400
Dash 8 Maintenance Requirements Manual (MRM), PSM 1-84-7. This
temporary revision describes procedures for inspecting the moisture
seal for the left and right windshields for signs of cracks, erosion,
wear, and other deterioration.
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.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD

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

Costs of Compliance

We estimate that this proposed AD affects 54 airplanes of U.S.
registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD:

Estimated Costs
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Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product Cost on U.S. operators
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Revision/Inspection/Retorque/ Up to 4 work-hours $0 Up to $340....... Up to $18,360.
Seal. x $85 per hour =
$340.
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We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide
a cost estimate for the on-condition repair specified in this proposed
AD.

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 proposed AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated
by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as
authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order,
issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and
Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the
Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable
to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight
Division.

Regulatory Findings

We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would not
have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship
between the national Government and the States, or on the distribution
of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed
regulation:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
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.

The Proposed Amendment

Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part 39 as follows:

PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES

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):

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Bombardier, Inc.: Docket No. FAA-2018-0118; Product Identifier 2017-
NM-083-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

We must receive comments by April 16, 2018.

(b) Affected ADs

None.

This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC-8-400, -401, and
-402 airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 4001
through 4524 inclusive.

(d) Subject

Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 30, Ice and Rain
Protection.

(e) Reason

This AD was prompted by reports of arcing and smoke emanating
from the windshields. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct
loose windshield heater terminal lugs. Loose terminal lugs could
create sparks that lead to burning of the lugs and, due to the
excessive heat, cracking of the windshields. If not corrected, such
a condition could cause a loss of cabin pressure resulting in an
emergency descent.

(f) Compliance

Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.

(g) Revision to Inspection or Maintenance Program

Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the
maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate the
task specified in Q400 Dash 8 (Bombardier) Temporary Revision (TR)
MRB-0099, dated December 9, 2016, into Part 1 of Bombardier, Inc.,
Q400 Dash 8 Maintenance Requirements Manual (MRM), PSM 1-84-7.

(h) No Alternative Actions and Intervals

After the maintenance or inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g.,
inspections), intervals, may be used unless the actions and
intervals are approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC)
in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (k)(1) of
this AD.

(i) Inspection and Corrective Action

Within 1,600 flight hours or 12 months after the effective date
of this AD, whichever occurs first, do a general visual inspection
of the moisture seal on the left and right windshields for signs of
cracks, erosion, wear, and other deterioration (including
discoloration, warping, or missing material). If any crack, erosion,
wear, or other deterioration is found, before further flight, repair
the moisture seal in accordance with 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.

Note 1 to paragraph (i) of this AD: Additional guidance for
repair of the moisture seal can be found in PPG Aerospace
Transparencies Abbreviated Component Maintenance Manual, Part Number
NP-157901, dated June 16, 2015.

(j) Re-Torqueing and Sealing Screws

Within 8,000 flight hours or 60 months after the effective date
of this AD, whichever occurs first: Re-torque the windshield heater
terminal lug screws for the left and right windshields and apply
Humiseal to the screw heads of the windshield heaters, in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin
84-30-16, Revision A, dated September 27, 2017.

(k) 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 TCCA; or Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA DAO. If approved by
the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature.

(l) Related Information

(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2017-18, dated May 26, 2017, 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-2018-0118.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Assata
Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services
Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516-228-7301; fax: 516-794-5531.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., Q-Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt
Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5, Canada; telephone: 416-375-
4000; fax: 416-375-4539; email: thd.qseries@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.

Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 21, 2018.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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(2) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 200 98198; telephone 206–231–3226; fax 206– 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F200– 231–3398. W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
133, also referred to as 133, dated December (3) For service information identified in Washington, DC 20590.
9, 2014. this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
(3) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50
airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F50–531, 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; address above between 9 a.m. and 5
also referred to as 531, dated December 9, telephone 201–440–6700; internet http:// p.m., Monday through Friday, except
2014. www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this Federal holidays.
service information at the FAA, Transport For service information identified in
(h) New Requirement of This AD: Repetitive Standards Branch, FAA, Transport Standards this NPRM, contact Bombardier, Inc., Q-
Main Entry/Passenger/Crew Door Closing Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, Series Technical Help Desk, 123 Garratt
Inspections, Adjustments, and Operational WA. For information on the availability of
Tests and Corrective Actions Boulevard, Toronto, Ontario M3K 1Y5,
this material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
Canada; telephone: 416–375–4000; fax:
Within 72 months after accomplishing the Issued in Renton, Washington, on February 416–375–4539; email: thd.qseries@
actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, 20, 2018.
and thereafter at intervals not to exceed 72 aero.bombardier.com; internet: http://
Michael Kaszycki, www.bombardier.com. You may view
months, repeat the actions specified in
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, this service information at the FAA,
paragraph (g) of this AD, and do all
Aircraft Certification Service. Transport Standards Branch, 2200
applicable corrective actions, in accordance
with the Accomplishment Instructions of the [FR Doc. 2018–04150 Filed 2–28–18; 8:45 am] South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
applicable service information identified in BILLING CODE 4910–13–P information on the availability of this
paragraph (g)(1), (g)(2), or (g)(3) of this AD. material at the FAA, call 206–231–3195.
Do all applicable corrective actions before
further flight. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Examining the AD Docket
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions You may examine the AD docket on
Federal Aviation Administration
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance the internet at http://
(AMOCs): The Manager, International www.regulations.gov by searching for
14 CFR Part 39
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, and locating Docket No. FAA–2018–
has the authority to approve AMOCs for this [Docket No. FAA–2018–0118; Product 0118; or in person at the Docket
AD, if requested using the procedures found Identifier 2017–NM–083–AD] Management Facility between 9 a.m.
in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
RIN 2120–AA64
39.19, send your request to your principal except Federal holidays. The AD docket
inspector or local Flight Standards District
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, contains this NPRM, the regulatory
Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the International Section, send it Inc., Airplanes evaluation, any comments received, and
to the attention of the person identified in other information. The street address for
AGENCY: Federal Aviation the Docket Operations office (telephone:
paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. Information may Administration (FAA), DOT.
be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- 800–647–5527) is in the ADDRESSES
REQUESTS@faa.gov. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking section. Comments will be available in
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, (NPRM). the AD docket shortly after receipt.
notify your appropriate principal inspector,
SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the local flight standards district office/ airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
certificate holding district office. Bombardier, Inc., Model DHC–8–400 Avionics and Administrative Services
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for AD series airplanes. This proposed AD was Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch,
2017–01–07, Amendment 39–18774 (82 FR prompted by reports of arcing and 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410,
1595, January 6, 2017), are approved as smoke emanating from the windshields. Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516–
AMOCs for the corresponding provisions of This proposed AD would require a 228–7301; fax: 516–794–5531.
this AD. revision to the maintenance or SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the
inspection program, as applicable, to
effective date of this AD, for any requirement Comments Invited
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from include an inspection of the windshield
a manufacturer, the action must be moisture seal for signs of cracks, We invite you to send any written
accomplished using a method approved by erosion, wear, and other deterioration; relevant data, views, or arguments about
the Manager, International Section, Transport doing that inspection and repair if this proposal. Send your comments to
Standards Branch, FAA; or the European necessary; and re-torqueing the an address listed under the ADDRESSES
Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Dassault windshield heater terminal lugs and section. Include ‘‘Docket No. FAA–
Aviation’s EASA Design Organization applying sealant to the windshield 2018–0118; Product Identifier 2017–
Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, heater screw heads. We are proposing NM–083–AD’’ at the beginning of your
the approval must include the DOA-
this AD to address the unsafe condition comments. We specifically invite
authorized signature.
on these products. comments on the overall regulatory,
(j) Related Information DATES: We must receive comments on economic, environmental, and energy
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing this proposed AD by April 16, 2018. aspects of this NPRM. We will consider
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD ADDRESSES: You may send comments, all comments received by the closing
2017–0123, dated July 20, 2017, for related using the procedures found in 14 CFR date and may amend this NPRM based
information. This MCAI may be found in the
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11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following on those comments.
AD docket on the internet at http:// We will post all comments we
www.regulations.gov by searching for and methods:
locating Docket No. FAA–2018–0117. • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to receive, without change, to http://
(2) For more information about this AD, http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the www.regulations.gov, including any
contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, instructions for submitting comments. personal information you provide. We
International Section, Transport Standards • Fax: 202–493–2251. will also post a report summarizing each
Branch, FAA, Transport Standards Branch, • Mail: U.S. Department of substantive verbal contact we receive
FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA Transportation, Docket Operations, M– about this NPRM.

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Discussion windshield heater terminal lugs and This service information is reasonably
Transport Canada Civil Aviation applying sealant to the windshield available because the interested parties
(TCCA), which is the aviation authority heater screw heads. You may examine have access to it through their normal
for Canada, has issued Canadian AD the MCAI in the AD docket on the course of business or by the means
CF–2017–18, dated May 26, 2017 internet at http://www.regulations.gov identified in the ADDRESSES section.
(referred to after this as the Mandatory by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
Continuing Airworthiness Information, FAA–2018–0118.
of This Proposed AD
or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe Related Service Information Under 1
condition for certain Bombardier, Inc., This product has been approved by
CFR Part 51
Model DHC–8–400 series airplanes. The the aviation authority of another
MCAI states: Bombardier, Inc., has issued Service country, and is approved for operation
Bulletin 84–30–16, Revision A, dated in the United States. Pursuant to our
There have been numerous reports of September 27, 2017. This service bilateral agreement with the State of
arcing and smoke emanating from the
windshields. Review of these incidents
information describes procedures for re- Design Authority, we have been notified
revealed that the windshield heater terminal torqueing the screws that fasten the of the unsafe condition described in the
lugs tend to loosen over time. Loose terminal windshield heater terminal lugs and MCAI and service information
lugs could create sparks that lead to burning applying sealant to the screw heads. referenced above. We are proposing this
of the lugs and, due to the excessive heat, Bombardier, Inc., has also issued AD because we evaluated all pertinent
cracking of the windshields. If not corrected, Q400 Dash 8 Temporary Revision MRB– information and determined an unsafe
this condition could cause a loss of cabin 0099, dated December 9, 2016, to Part 1 condition exists and is likely to exist or
pressure resulting in an emergency descent. of Bombardier, Inc., Q400 Dash 8 develop on other products of the same
Required actions include a revision to Maintenance Requirements Manual type design.
the maintenance or inspection program, (MRM), PSM 1–84–7. This temporary
Costs of Compliance
as applicable, to include an inspection revision describes procedures for
of the windshield moisture seal for signs inspecting the moisture seal for the left We estimate that this proposed AD
of cracks, erosion, wear, or other and right windshields for signs of affects 54 airplanes of U.S. registry.
deterioration; doing that inspection and cracks, erosion, wear, and other We estimate the following costs to
repair if necessary; and re-torqueing the deterioration. comply with this proposed AD:

ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on
Action Labor cost Parts cost product U.S. operators

Revision/Inspection/Retorque/Seal .......... Up to 4 work-hours × $85 per hour = $0 Up to $340 ............. Up to $18,360.
$340.

We have received no definitive data the Executive Director, Aircraft 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
that would enable us to provide a cost Certification Service, as authorized by Alaska; and
estimate for the on-condition repair FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance 4. Will not have a significant
specified in this proposed AD. with that order, issuance of ADs is economic impact, positive or negative,
normally a function of the Compliance on a substantial number of small entities
Authority for This Rulemaking
and Airworthiness Division, but during under the criteria of the Regulatory
Title 49 of the United States Code this transition period, the Executive Flexibility Act.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Director has delegated the authority to
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, issue ADs applicable to transport List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
section 106, describes the authority of category airplanes to the Director of the
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
System Oversight Division. safety, Incorporation by reference,
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
detail the scope of the Agency’s Regulatory Findings Safety.
authority. We determined that this proposed AD The Proposed Amendment
We are issuing this rulemaking under would not have federalism implications
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, Accordingly, under the authority
under Executive Order 13132. This
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: delegated to me by the Administrator,
proposed AD would not have a
General requirements.’’ Under that the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
substantial direct effect on the States, on
section, Congress charges the FAA with 39 as follows:
the relationship between the national
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in Government and the States, or on the
air commerce by prescribing regulations PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
distribution of power and DIRECTIVES
for practices, methods, and procedures responsibilities among the various
the Administrator finds necessary for levels of government. ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
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safety in air commerce. This regulation
For the reasons discussed above, I continues to read as follows:
is within the scope of that authority
certify this proposed regulation: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; § 39.13 [Amended]
products identified in this rulemaking
action. 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
This proposed AD is issued in DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures the following new airworthiness
accordance with authority delegated by (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); directive (AD):

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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		Proposed Rules
Action		Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
Dates		We must receive comments on this proposed AD by April 16, 2018.
Contact		Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Administrative Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone: 516-228- 7301; fax: 516-794-5531.
FR Citation		83 FR 8810
RIN Number		2120-AA64
CFR Associated		Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety

83 FR 8810 - Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONFederal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 83, Issue 41 (March 1, 2018)

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration