Rule2022-02755
Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc., Airplanes
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Published
February 10, 2022
Effective
March 17, 2022
Issuing agencies
Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report that the design of the spoiler control system causes certain engine indication and crew alerting system (EICAS) messages to be posted intermittently and repetitively during flight and on the ground, and flightcrews must action the appropriate checklist each time these messages appear. This AD requires revising the Non-Normal Procedures section of the existing airplane flight manual (AFM) associated with the spoiler electronic control unit (SECU) EICAS messages. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 28 (Thursday, February 10, 2022)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 7703-7705]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2022-02755]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2021-1014; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-00428-T;
Amendment 39-21928; AD 2022-03-11]
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: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This AD was prompted by
a report that the design of the spoiler control system causes certain
engine indication and crew alerting system (EICAS) messages to be
posted intermittently and repetitively during flight and on the ground,
and flightcrews must action the appropriate checklist each time these
messages appear. This AD requires revising the Non-Normal Procedures
section of the existing airplane flight manual (AFM) associated with
the spoiler electronic control unit (SECU) EICAS messages. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD is effective March 17, 2022.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of March 17,
2022.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Bombardier Business Aircraft Customer Response Center, 400
C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada;
telephone 514-855-2999; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#a3c2c08ddad6cfe3c2c6d1cc8dc1cccec1c2d1c7cac6d18dc0ccce"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c6a7a5e8bfb3aa86a7a3b4a9e8a4a9aba4a7b4a2afa3b4e8a5a9ab">[email protected]</span></a>; internet
<a href="http://www.bombardier.com">http://www.bombardier.com</a>. You may view this service information at the
FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200
South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For
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information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-
231-3195. It is also available on the internet at <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-
1014.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the internet at <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-
1014; 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, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Thomas Niczky, Aerospace Engineer,
Avionics and Electrical Systems Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600
Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7347;
fax 516-794-5531; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#083125697e7b256671696b67256b677b486e6969266f677e"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="241d09455257094a5d45474b09474b57644245450a434b52">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA), which is the aviation
authority for Canada, has issued TCCA AD CF-2021-14, dated April 7,
2021 (also referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information, or the MCAI), to correct an unsafe condition
for all Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. You may examine
the MCAI in the AD docket on the internet at <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2021-
1014.
The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14
CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Bombardier, Inc.,
Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register
on November 26, 2021 (86 FR 67362). The NPRM was prompted by a report
that the design of the spoiler control system causes certain EICAS
messages to be posted intermittently and repetitively during flight and
on the ground, and flightcrews must action the appropriate checklist
each time these messages appear. The NPRM proposed to require revising
the Non-Normal Procedures section of the existing AFM associated with
the SECU EICAS messages. The FAA is issuing this AD to address
intermittent and repetitive messaging, which increases overall workload
and introduces a risk that flightcrews could become desensitized over
time to the messages. This could result in the required checklist not
being carried out or completed, and could adversely affect the
airplane's continued safe flight and landing. See the MCAI for
additional background information.
Comments
The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in
developing this final rule. The FAA received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
The FAA reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety
and the public interest require adopting this final rule as proposed,
except for minor editorial changes. The FAA has determined that these
minor changes:
<bullet> Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
<bullet> 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 AFM procedures, which include a
Caution and a Note to the SPOILERS FAULT (C) Non-Normal Procedures, to
reinforce the importance of completing the procedure in its entirety
each time the message appears.
<bullet> Section 05-23, Flight Controls, of Chapter 05, Non-Normal
Procedures, of the Bombardier Challenger 300 (Imperial Version)
Airplane Flight Manual, Publication No. CSP 100-1, Revision 61, dated
September 25, 2020. (For obtaining this section of the Bombardier
Challenger 300 (Imperial Version) Airplane Flight Manual, Publication
No. CSP 100-1, use Document Identification No. CH 300 AFM-I).
<bullet> Section 05-23, Flight Controls, of Chapter 05, Non-Normal
Procedures, of the Bombardier Challenger 350 Airplane Flight Manual,
Publication No. CH 350 AFM, Revision 27, dated September 25, 2020.
These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane
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
The FAA estimates that this AD affects 654 airplanes of U.S.
registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD:
Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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1 work-hour x $85 per hour = $85............................. $0 $85 $55,590
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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.
The FAA is 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
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:
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(1) Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive
Order 12866,
(2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
(3) 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 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:
2022-03-11 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-21928; Docket No. FAA-
2021-1014; Project Identifier MCAI-2021-00428-T.
(a) Effective Date
This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective March 17, 2022.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10
airplanes.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight
controls.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a report that the design of the spoiler
control system causes certain engine indication and crew alerting
system (EICAS) messages to be posted intermittently and repetitively
during flight and on the ground, and flightcrews must action the
appropriate checklist each time these messages appear. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address intermittent and repetitive messaging,
which increases overall workload and introduces a risk that
flightcrews could become desensitized over time to the messages.
This could result in the required checklist not being carried out or
completed, and could adversely affect the airplane's continued safe
flight and landing.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Revision of the Airplane Flight Manual (AFM)
Within 60 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the
existing AFM to incorporate the information specified in Section 05-
23, Flight Controls, of Chapter 05, Non-Normal Procedures, of the
AFM revisions specified in paragraphs (g)(1) and (2) of this AD, as
applicable.
(1) Bombardier Challenger 300 (Imperial Version) Airplane Flight
Manual, Publication No. CSP 100-1, Revision 61, dated September 25,
2020.
Note 1 to paragraph (g)(1): For obtaining this section of the
Bombardier Challenger 300 (Imperial Version) Airplane Flight Manual,
Publication No. CSP 100-1, use Document Identification No. CH 300
AFM-I.
(2) Bombardier Challenger 350 Airplane Flight Manual,
Publication No. CH 350 AFM, Revision 27, dated September 25, 2020.
(h) 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 responsible Flight Standards 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
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, 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.
(i) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) TCCA AD CF-2021-14, dated April 7, 2021, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet
at <a href="https://www.regulations.gov">https://www.regulations.gov</a> by searching for and locating Docket
No. FAA-2021-1014.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Thomas Niczky,
Aerospace Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Systems Section, FAA,
New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
11590; telephone 516-228-7347; fax 516-794-5531; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#bf8692dec9cc92d1c6dedcd092dcd0ccffd9dede91d8d0c9"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="a89185c9dedb85c6d1c9cbc785cbc7dbe8cec9c986cfc7de">[email protected]</span></a>.
(j) 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) Section 05-23, Flight Controls, of Chapter 05, Non-Normal
Procedures, of the Bombardier Challenger 300 (Imperial Version)
Airplane Flight Manual, Publication No. CSP 100-1, Revision 61,
dated September 25, 2020.
(ii) Section 05-23, Flight Controls, of Chapter 05, Non-Normal
Procedures, of the Bombardier Challenger 350 Airplane Flight Manual,
Publication No. CH 350 AFM, Revision 27, dated September 25, 2020.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Bombardier Business Aircraft Customer Response Center, 400
C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada;
telephone 514-855-2999; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#1f7e7c31666a735f7e7a6d70317d70727d7e6d7b767a6d317c7072"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="8aebe9a4f3ffe6caebeff8e5a4e8e5e7e8ebf8eee3eff8a4e9e5e7">[email protected]</span></a>; internet
<a href="http://www.bombardier.com">http://www.bombardier.com</a>.
(4) You may view this service information 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.
(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, email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#2345510d4a4d50534640574a4c4d634d4251420d444c55"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="fe988cd097908d8e9b9d8a979190be909f8c9fd0999188">[email protected]</span></a>, or go to: <a href="https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html">https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html</a>.
Issued on January 21, 2022.
Lance T. Gant,
Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-02755 Filed 2-9-22; 8:45 am]
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