[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 247 (Tuesday, December 27, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 79236-79239]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2022-28211]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2022-1574; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-01362-T;
Amendment 39-22274; AD 2022-25-18]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited
Airplanes; Correction
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule; request for comment; correction.
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SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting an airworthiness directive (AD) that was
published in the Federal Register. That AD applies to certain BAE
Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ series
airplanes. As published, the identity of certain airplanes in the
preamble and regulatory
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text, and one paragraph reference in the regulatory text, are
incorrect. This document corrects those errors. In all other respects,
the original document remains the same.
DATES: This correction is effective December 27, 2022. The effective
date of AD 2022-25-18 remains December 27, 2022. The date for
submitting comments on AD 2022-25-18 remains January 26, 2023.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of December 27,
2022 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022).
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of a certain other publication listed in this AD as of May 2,
2005 (70 FR 15574, March 28, 2005; corrected April 14, 2005 (70 FR
19681)).
ADDRESSES:
AD Docket: You may examine the AD docket at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA-2022-1574; 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 correction, the final rule, the mandatory
continuing airworthiness information (MCAI), any comments received, and
other information. The address for Docket Operations 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.
Material Incorporated by Reference:
For U.K. CAA material incorporated by reference in this
AD, contact Civil Aviation Authority, Aviation House, Beehive Ring
Road, Crawley, West Sussex RH6 0YR, United Kingdom; telephone +44(0)
330 022 4401; email caa.co.uk">[email protected]caa.co.uk; website
caa.co.uk.
For BAE Systems (Operations) Limited service information
identified in this AD, contact BAE Systems (Operations) Limited,
Customer Information Department, Prestwick International Airport,
Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292 675207;
fax +44 1292 675704; email [email protected]; website
baesystems.com/Businesses/RegionalAircraft/index.htm.
For Messier-Dowty service information identified in this
AD, contact Messier-Dowty: Messier Services Americas, Customer Support
Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; telephone 703-450-
8233; fax 703-404-1621; website techpubs.services/messier-dowty.com.
You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety 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 at regulations.gov under
Docket No. FAA-2022-1574.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer,
Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International Validation Branch, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 206-231-3228; email
[email protected].
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about AD 2022-25-18. Submit comments as instructed in AD
2022-25-18, Amendment 39-22274 (87 FR 75915, December 12, 2022) (AD
2022-25-18).
Background
AD 2022-25-18 requires repetitive inspections for cracking of the
main landing gear (MLG) side stay outer links, and corrective actions
if necessary. AD 2022-25-18 also provides an optional terminating
action for the repetitive inspections, and prohibits the installation
of affected parts under certain conditions. That AD applies to certain
BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Model Avro 146-RJ
series airplanes.
Need for the Correction
As published, the identity of certain airplanes specified in the
preamble and regulatory text, and one paragraph reference specified in
the regulatory text, are incorrect in AD 2022-25-18.
In three locations in AD 2022-25-18, affected airplanes are
incorrectly identified as ``Model Avro 146-RJ-RJ70A'' airplanes. Those
airplanes are correctly identified as ``Model Avro 146-RJ70A
airplanes.'' The errors are located in the ``Differences Between This
AD and the MCAI'' section of the preamble and paragraph (c) of AD 2022-
25-18.
In addition, paragraph (l)(1) of AD 2022-25-18 incorrectly refers
to paragraph (n) of the AD for the contact information to send requests
for approval of alternative methods of compliance. That contact
information is correctly found in paragraph (m) of this AD.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018, dated October 18, 2022, specifies
procedures for doing repetitive detailed inspections for cracking of
the MLG side stay outer link and replacement if necessary.
The FAA reviewed BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service
Bulletin ASB.32-A189, dated September 16, 2022. This service
information identifies the affected parts as MLG side stay outer links
having Safran Landing Systems part numbers 200884304, 200884305,
200884346, 200884347, 201105300, 201105301, 201105308, 201105309,
201299300, 201299301, 201299305, or 201299306, and describes procedures
for doing, among other actions, repetitive detailed inspections for
cracking of MLG side stay outer links and replacement if necessary.
The FAA also reviewed Messier-Dowty Service Bulletin 146-32-147,
dated May 29, 2001, which identifies the affected MLG side stay outer
links for AD 2005-06-14, Amendment 39-14024 (70 FR 15574, March 28,
2005; corrected April 14, 2005 (70 FR 19681)).
This AD also requires BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection
Service Bulletin ISB.32-156, Revision 1, dated July 3, 2001, which the
Director of the Federal Register approved for incorporation by
reference as of May 2, 2005 (70 FR 15574, March 28, 2005; corrected
April 14, 2005 (70 FR 19681)).
This material is reasonably available because the interested
parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by
the means identified in ADDRESSES.
Correction of Publication
This document corrects multiple errors and correctly adds the AD as
an amendment to 14 CFR 39.13. Although no other part of the preamble or
regulatory information has been corrected, the FAA is publishing the
entire rule in the Federal Register.
The effective date of this AD remains December 27, 2022.
Since this action only corrects a model designation and a paragraph
reference, it has no adverse economic impact and imposes no additional
burden on any person. Therefore, the FAA has determined that notice and
public procedures are unnecessary.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration amends part 39 of
the
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Federal Aviation Regulations (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 [Corrected]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by:
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a. Removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2005-06-14, Amendment 39-14024
(70 FR 15574, March 28, 2005; corrected April 14, 2005 (70 FR 19681));
and
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b. Adding the following new AD:
2022-25-18 BAE Systems (Operations) Limited: Amendment 39-22274;
Docket No. FAA-2022-1574; Project Identifier MCAI-2022-01362-T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective December 27,
2022.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD replaces AD 2005-06-14, Amendment 39-14024 (70 FR 15574,
March 28, 2005; corrected April 14, 2005 (70 FR 19681)) (AD 2005-06-
14).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe
146-100A, -200A, and -300A airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ70A, 146-
RJ85A, and 146-RJ100A airplanes, certificated in any category, with
main landing gear (MLG) side stay outer links having Safran Landing
Systems part number 200884304, 200884305, 200884346, 200884347,
201105300, 201105301, 201105308, 201105309, 201299300, 201299301,
201299305, or 201299306.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 32, Landing
gear.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by reports of cracking on the shoulders of
a main landing gear (MLG) side stay outer link. The FAA is issuing
this AD to address cracking of the MLG side stay outer link. The
unsafe condition, if not addressed, could lead to failure of the
side stay outer link and MLG collapse, which could result in a
runway departure, and could result in the engine or wing contacting
the ground. The engine or wing contacting the ground could result in
damage to the airplane, an increased risk of fire, the airplane
flipping, and injury to occupants.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Retained Inspections, With New Terminating Action
This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (f) of AD
2005-06-14, with new terminating action. For airplanes having any
side stay identified in Messier-Dowty Service Bulletin 146-32-147,
dated May 29, 2001: At the applicable time specified in paragraph
(g)(1) or (2) of this AD, perform a detailed inspection for cracks
of the outer links on the MLG side stays, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited
Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.32-156, Revision 1, dated July 3,
2001. Repair cracks before further flight in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited
Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.32-156, Revision 1, dated July 3,
2001. Thereafter, repeat the inspection at intervals not to exceed
2,000 flight cycles, until the actions specified in paragraph (h) of
this AD have been done or the initial inspection required by
paragraph (i) of this AD has been done. Although BAE Systems
(Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.32-156,
Revision 1, dated July 3, 2001, specifies to report certain
information to the manufacturer, this AD does not require a report.
(1) If the number of flight cycles accumulated on the side stay
can be positively determined: Inspect before the accumulation of
2,000 total flight cycles on the side stay, or within 500 flight
cycles after May 2, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-06-14),
whichever occurs later.
(2) If the number of flight cycles accumulated on the side stay
cannot be positively determined: Inspect within 500 flight cycles
after May 2, 2005 (the effective date of AD 2005-06-14).
(h) Retained Optional Terminating Action for Paragraph (g) of This AD,
With No Changes
This paragraph restates the optional terminating action of
paragraph (g) of AD 2005-06-14, with no changes. Relocation of each
affected grease nipple to the upper surface of the outer link of the
MLG side stays terminates the repetitive inspections required by
paragraph (g) of this AD, if the relocation action is done in
accordance with paragraph 2.C. of the Accomplishment Instructions of
BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.32-
156, Revision 1, dated July 3, 2001.
(i) New Requirements
Except as specified in paragraph (j) of this AD: Comply with all
required actions and compliance times specified in, and in
accordance with, United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority AD G-2022-
0018, dated October 18, 2022 (U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018).
(j) Exceptions to U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018
(1) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018 refers to its effective date,
this AD requires using the effective date of this AD.
(2) The ``Remarks'' section of U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018 does not
apply to this AD.
(3) Where paragraph (2) of U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018 refers to
``discrepancies (i.e. cracks or other adverse findings),'' replace
the text ``discrepancies (i.e. cracks or other adverse findings),''
with ``any cracking.''
(4) Where U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018 refers to ASB.32-A189, this AD
requires using BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service
Bulletin ASB.32-A189, dated September 16, 2022.
(k) No Reporting Requirement
Although BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin
ASB.32-A189, dated September 16, 2022, specifies to submit certain
information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that
requirement.
(l) Additional AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Validation 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 responsible Flight Standards Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly to the International
Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified
in paragraph (m) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your
appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector,
the manager of the responsible Flight Standards Office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International
Validation Branch, FAA; or the United Kingdom Civil Aviation
Authority (U.K. CAA); or BAE Systems (Operations) Limited's U.K. CAA
Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.
(m) Additional Information
For more information about this AD, contact Todd Thompson,
Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, FAA, International
Validation Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198;
telephone 206-231-3228; email [email protected].
(n) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(3) The following service information was approved for IBR on
December 27, 2022.
(i) BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Alert Service Bulletin
ASB.32-A189, dated September 16, 2022.
(ii) Messier-Dowty Service Bulletin 146-32-147, dated May 29,
2001.
(iii) United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (U.K. CAA) AD G-
2022-0018, dated October 18, 2022.
(4) The following service information was approved for IBR on
May 2, 2005 (70 FR 15574, March 28, 2005; corrected April 14, 2005
(70 FR 19681)).
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(i) BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin
ISB.32-156, Revision 1, dated July 3, 2001.
(ii) [Reserved]
(5) For BAE Systems (Operations) Limited service information
identified in this AD, contact BAE Systems (Operations) Limited,
Customer Information Department, Prestwick International Airport,
Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292
675207; fax +44 1292 675704; email [email protected];
website baesystems.com/Businesses/RegionalAircraft/index.htm.
(6) For Messier-Dowty service information identified in this AD,
contact Messier-Dowty: Messier Services Americas, Customer Support
Center, 45360 Severn Way, Sterling, VA 20166-8910; telephone 703-
450-8233; fax 703-404-1621; website techpubs.services/messier-dowty.com.
(7) For U.K. CAA AD G-2022-0018, contact Civil Aviation
Authority, Aviation House, Beehive Ring Road, Crawley, West Sussex
RH6 0YR, United Kingdom; telephone +44(0) 330 022 4401; email
caa.co.uk">[email protected]caa.co.uk; website caa.co.uk.
(8) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness
Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St.,
Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material
at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. This material may be found in the AD
docket at regulations.gov under Docket No. FAA-2022-1574.
(9) You may view this material that is incorporated by reference
at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For
information on the availability of this material at NARA, email
[email protected], or go to: www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued on December 21, 2022.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
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