[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 97 (Thursday, May 19, 2016)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 31495-31497]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-11457]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2015-8431; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-128-AD;
Amendment 39-18517; AD 2016-10-06]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11 airplanes. This AD
was prompted by a determination that the network interface installed
between the Information Management System (IMS) 6000 unit and the Cabin
Entertainment System (CES) network could affect the Aircraft Control
Domain (ACD), and result in the transmission of misleading navigational
information to the flightcrew. This AD requires inspecting the network
interface installation between the IMS and the CES, and disconnecting
the installation, if necessary. We are issuing this AD to prevent the
transmission of misleading navigational information, which could
adversely affect the ability of the flightcrew to maintain the safe
flight and landing of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective June 23, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of June 23,
2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514 855-
7401; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com. You may view this referenced service information at
the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA,
call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
8431.
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-2015-
8431; 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 AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone
800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: Assata Dessaline, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Services Branch, ANE-172, FAA, New York Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury,
NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7301; fax 516-794-5531.
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 January 13, 2016 (81 FR 1568) (``the NPRM''). The
NPRM was prompted by a determination that the network interface
installed between the IMS 6000 unit and the CES network could affect
the ACD, and result in the transmission of misleading navigational
information to the flightcrew. The NPRM proposed to require inspecting
the network interface installation between the IMS and the CES, and
disconnecting the installation, if necessary. We are issuing this AD to
prevent the transmission of misleading navigational information, which
could adversely affect the ability of the flightcrew to maintain the
safe flight and landing of the airplane.
Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued Canadian Airworthiness Directive CF-
2015-19, dated July 20, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory
Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an
unsafe condition
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for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model BD-700-1A10 and BD-700-1A11
airplanes. The MCAI states:
It was discovered that on certain aeroplanes, the network
interface installed between the Information Management System (IMS)
6000 unit and the Cabin Entertainment System (CES) network may
affect the Aircraft Control Domain (ACD). This could potentially
compromise the operational integrity of the avionics system and
result in misleading navigational information to the flight crew.
Misleading navigational information could have adverse effects on
the safe operation of the aeroplane.
This [Canadian] AD mandates the [general visual] inspection [to
determine if pins are present at positions 25, 27, 48, and 50] and
disconnection, as required, of the network interface installation
between the IMS and the CES.
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-2015-
8431.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed, except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
Bombardier has issued the following service information, which
describes procedures for inspecting the network interface installation
between the IMS and the CES, and disconnecting the installation, if
necessary.
Service Bulletin 700-46-5005, Revision 02, dated June 18,
2015 (for Model BD-700-1A11 airplanes).
Service Bulletin 700-46-6005, Revision 02, dated June 18,
2015 (for Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes).
This service information is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it through their normal course of
business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 77 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it takes about 1 work-hour per product to
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate
is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of
this AD on U.S. operators to be $6,545, or $85 per product.
In addition, we estimate that any necessary follow-on action takes
about 3 work-hours, for a cost of $255 per product. We have no way of
determining the number of aircraft that might need this action.
According to the manufacturer, some 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 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.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct
effect on the States, on the relationship between the national
government and the States, or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
2016-10-06 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-18517. Docket No. FAA-
2015-8431; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-128-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective June 23, 2016.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the Bombardier, Inc. airplanes, certificated
in any category, specified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this
AD.
(1) Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes, serial numbers 9381, 9432
through 9708 inclusive; 9711 through 9718 inclusive; and 9720
through 9730 inclusive.
(2) Model BD-700-1A11 airplanes, serial numbers 9386, 9401, 9445
through 9707 inclusive; 9710 through 9717 inclusive; and 9722, 9732,
9734, and 9737.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 34, Navigation.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a determination that the network
interface installed between the Information Management System (IMS)
6000 unit and the Cabin Entertainment System (CES) network could
affect the Aircraft Control Domain (ACD), and result in the
transmission of misleading navigational information to the
flightcrew. We are issuing this AD to prevent the transmission of
misleading navigational information, which could adversely affect
the ability of the flightcrew to maintain the safe flight and
landing of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
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(g) Inspection and Disconnection, if Necessary
Within 15 months after the effective date of this AD: Do a
general visual inspection of the network interface installation
between the IMS and CES to determine if pins are present at
positions 25, 27, 48, and 50; and if any pins are present, before
further flight, disconnect the installation; in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information
specified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD.
(1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-5005, Revision 02, dated
June 18, 2015 (for Model BD-700-1A11 airplanes).
(2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-6005, Revision 02, dated
June 18, 2015 (for Model BD-700-1A10 airplanes).
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for the actions required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the
effective date of this AD using the service information specified in
paragraph (h)(1), (h)(2), (h)(3), or (h)(4) of this AD, as
applicable. This service information is not incorporated by
reference in this AD.
(1) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-5005, dated February 23,
2015.
(2) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-5005, Revision 01, dated
March 20, 2015.
(3) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-6005, dated February 23,
2015.
(4) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-6005, Revision 01, dated
March 20, 2015.
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New
York Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), ANE-170, FAA, has the
authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19,
send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the ACO, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing
Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO, 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. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this
AD.
(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,
ANE-170, 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 Airworthiness Directive CF-2015-19, dated July 20,
2015, 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-2015-8431.
(2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD.
(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 700-46-5005, Revision 02, dated
June 18, 2015.
(ii) Bombardier Service Bulletin 700-46-6005, Revision 02, dated
June 18, 2015.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te Vertu Road West, Dorval,
Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; telephone 514-855-5000; fax 514 855-
7401; email [email protected]; Internet http://www.bombardier.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
(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 Renton, Washington, on May 6, 2016.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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