Proposed Rule2022-16680
Airworthiness Directives; Learjet, Inc., Airplanes
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Published
August 11, 2022
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Transportation DepartmentFederal Aviation Administration
Abstract
The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Learjet, Inc., Model 45 airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. This proposed AD would require revising the existing inspection program to incorporate reduced inspection intervals for the anti-ice manifold assembly. The FAA is proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 154 (Thursday, August 11, 2022)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 49556-49559]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2022-16680]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2022-0991; Project Identifier AD-2022-00155-T]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Learjet, Inc., Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD)
for all Learjet, Inc., Model 45 airplanes. This proposed AD was
prompted by a determination that new or more restrictive airworthiness
limitations are necessary. This proposed AD would require revising the
existing inspection program to incorporate reduced inspection intervals
for the anti-ice manifold assembly. The FAA is proposing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: The FAA must receive comments on this proposed AD by September
26, 2022.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
<bullet> Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a>.
Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
<bullet> Fax: 202-493-2251.
<bullet> 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.
<bullet> 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 Learjet,
Inc., One Learjet Way, Wichita, KS 67209-2942; telephone 316-946-2000;
fax 316-946-2220; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#abcac885c2c8dfebcaced9c485c9c4c6c9cad9cfc2ced985c8c4c6"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c4a5a7eaada7b084a5a1b6abeaa6aba9a6a5b6a0ada1b6eaa7aba9">[email protected]</span></a>; internet
<a href="http://www.bombardier.com">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 information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a> by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2022-0991; 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 NPRM, any comments
received, and other information. The street address for Docket
Operations is listed above.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Adam Hein, Aerospace Engineer,
Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Section, FAA, Wichita ACO Branch,
1801 S Airport Road, Wichita, KS 67209; telephone (316) 946-4116;
email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#5b3a3f3a3675333e32351b3d3a3a753c342d"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="64050005094a0c010d0a240205054a030b12">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
The FAA invites you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed
under ADDRESSES. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2022-0991; Project Identifier
AD-2022-00155-T'' at the beginning of your comments. The most helpful
comments reference a specific portion of the proposal, explain the
reason for any recommended change, and include supporting data. The FAA
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this proposal because of those comments.
Except for Confidential Business Information (CBI) as described in
the following paragraph, and other information as described in 14 CFR
11.35, the FAA will post all comments received, without change, to
<a href="http://www.regulations.gov">www.regulations.gov</a>, including any personal information you provide.
The agency will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal
contact received about this NPRM.
Confidential Business Information
CBI is commercial or financial information that is both customarily
and actually treated as private by its owner. Under the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), CBI is exempt from public
disclosure. If your comments responsive to this NPRM contain commercial
or financial information that is customarily treated as private, that
you actually treat as
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private, and that is relevant or responsive to this NPRM, it is
important that you clearly designate the submitted comments as CBI.
Please mark each page of your submission containing CBI as ``PROPIN.''
The FAA will treat such marked submissions as confidential under the
FOIA, and they will not be placed in the public docket of this NPRM.
Submissions containing CBI should be sent to Adam Hein, Aerospace
Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Section, FAA, Wichita ACO
Branch, 1801 S Airport Road, Wichita, KS 67209; telephone (316) 946-
4116; email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#96f7f2f7fbb8fef3fff8d6f0f7f7b8f1f9e0"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e18085808ccf8984888fa1878080cf868e97">[email protected]</span></a>. Any commentary that the FAA receives
that is not specifically designated as CBI will be placed in the public
docket for this rulemaking.
Background
The FAA issued AD 2001-03-05, Amendment 39-12109 (66 FR 10353,
February 15, 2001) (AD 2001-03-05), for certain Learjet Model 45
airplanes. AD 2001-03-05 requires, among other actions, revising the
existing Learjet 45 maintenance program to incorporate additional
inspections and maintenance practices for the anti-ice manifold
assembly. AD 2001-03-05 resulted from anti-ice system difficulties on a
Learjet Model 45 airplane, generating a warning to the flightcrew of an
overheat condition of the horizontal stabilizer. The FAA issued AD
2001-03-05 to address metal fragments breaking off the anti-ice
manifold assembly due to fatigue, which could block a duct in the anti-
ice system and result in an unannunciated loss of ice protection.
AD 2001-03-05 mandates a 600-hour repetitive inspection interval of
an earlier design/part number of the anti-ice manifold as specified in
the Learjet 45 maintenance program revision. The part was subsequently
redesigned outside the scope of AD 2001-03-05, and the inspection
interval for airplanes with the redesigned part was extended to 1,200
flight hours by Learjet.
Since the FAA issued AD 2001-03-05, the design approval holder
determined that the design improvements made to the anti-ice manifold
assembly did not fully address the original issue of vane cracking, so
the 1,200-hour inspection on the redesigned part is insufficient.
However, the FAA determined that a repetitive inspection interval of
600 flight hours is sufficient to address the unsafe condition.
Therefore, this proposed AD would require revising the existing
inspection program to incorporate a reduced 600-hour inspection
interval for the redesigned part. Accomplishing the proposed actions
would terminate the requirements of paragraph (c) of AD 2001-03-05.
The FAA is proposing this AD to address metal fragments breaking
off the anti-ice manifold assembly due to fatigue, which could block a
duct in the anti-ice system and result in an unannunciated loss of ice
protection and subsequent loss of control of the airplane.
FAA's Determination
The FAA is issuing this NPRM after determining that the unsafe
condition described previously is likely to exist or develop on other
products of the same type design.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
The FAA reviewed Learjet 40 Maintenance Manual Temporary Revision
(TR) 04-33 and Learjet 45 Maintenance Manual TR 04-48, both dated
January 18, 2022. This service information specifies reduced inspection
intervals for the anti-ice manifold assembly.
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 ADDRESSES.
Proposed AD Requirements in This NPRM
This proposed AD would require revising the existing inspection
program to incorporate reduced inspection intervals for the anti-ice
manifold assembly.
This proposed AD would require revisions to certain operator
maintenance documents to include new actions (e.g., inspections).
Compliance with these actions is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For
airplanes that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in
the areas addressed by this proposed AD, the operator may not be able
to accomplish the actions described in the revisions. In this
situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must request
approval for an alternative method of compliance according to paragraph
(k) of this proposed AD.
Costs of Compliance
The FAA estimates that this AD, if adopted as proposed, would
affect 443 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following
costs to comply with this proposed AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Inspection program revision........... 1 work-hour x $85 per $0 $85 $37,655
hour = $85.
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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
The FAA 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) Would not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, and
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(3) Would 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
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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:
Learjet, Inc.: Docket No. FAA-2022-0991; Project Identifier AD-2022-
00155-T.
(a) Comments Due Date
The FAA must receive comments on this airworthiness directive
(AD) by September 26, 2022.
(b) Affected ADs
This AD affects AD 2001-03-05, Amendment 39-12109 (66 FR 10353,
February 15, 2001) (AD 2001-03-05).
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to all Learjet, Inc., Model 45 (Learjet 40),
Model 45 (Learjet 45), Model 45 (Learjet 70), and Model 45 (Learjet
75) airplanes, serial numbers 45-002 through 45-556 inclusive, and
45-2001 through 45-2146 inclusive, certificated in any category.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 36, Pneumatic.
(e) Unsafe Condition
This AD was prompted by a determination that new or more
restrictive airworthiness limitations are necessary. The FAA is
issuing this AD to address metal fragments breaking off the anti-ice
manifold assembly due to fatigue, which could block a duct in the
anti-ice system and result in an unannunciated loss of ice
protection and subsequent loss of control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision
(1) For Learjet 40 and 45 variants: Within 60 days after the
effective date of this AD, revise the existing inspection program by
incorporating the information in Learjet 40 Maintenance Manual
Temporary Revision (TR) 04-33 or Learjet 45 Maintenance Manual TR
04-48, both dated January 18, 2022, as applicable. The initial
compliance time for the inspection is at the applicable time
specified in paragraph (g)(1)(i) or (ii) of this AD.
(i) For airplanes with more than 600 flight hours since the most
recent inspection of the anti-ice manifold assembly was performed as
of the effective date of this AD: Do the inspection within 100
flight hours or 60 days after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs first.
(ii) For airplanes with 600 flight hours or less since the most
recent inspection of the anti-ice manifold assembly was performed as
of the effective date of this AD: Do the inspection within 600
flight hours after the most recent inspection or within 100 flight
hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
(2) For Learjet 70 and 75 variants: Within 60 days after the
effective date of this AD, revise the existing inspection program to
incorporate the information identified in figure 1 to paragraph
(g)(2) of this AD. The initial compliance time for the inspection is
at the applicable time specified in paragraph (g)(2)(i) or (ii) of
this AD.
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(i) For airplanes with more than 600 flight hours since the most
recent inspection of the anti-ice manifold assembly was performed as
of the effective date of this AD: Do the inspection within 100
flight hours or 60 days after the effective date of this AD,
whichever occurs first.
(ii) For airplanes with 600 flight hours or less since the most
recent inspection of the anti-ice manifold assembly was performed as
of the effective date of this AD: Do the inspection within 600
flight hours after the most recent inspection or within 100 flight
hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.
(h) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the existing inspection program has been revised as
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g.,
inspections) or 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) of this
AD.
(i) Terminating Action for Paragraph (c) of AD 2001-03-05
Accomplishing the revision of the existing inspection program
required by paragraph (g) of this AD terminates the requirements of
paragraph (c) of AD 2001-03-05.
(j) Special Flight Permit
Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with 14 CFR
21.197 and 21.199 to operate the airplane to a location where the
airplane can be inspected, provided the airplane is restricted from
flying into known icing conditions.
(k) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs)
(1) The Manager, Wichita 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 the attention of the person
identified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD.
(2) Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager
of the responsible Flight Standards Office.
(l) Related Information
(1) For more information about this AD, contact Adam Hein,
Aerospace Engineer,
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Mechanical Systems and Propulsion Section, FAA, Wichita ACO Branch,
1801 S Airport Road, Wichita, KS 67209; telephone (316) 946-4116;
email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#8dece9ece0a3e5e8e4e3cdebececa3eae2fb"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="432227222e6d2b262a2d032522226d242c35">[email protected]</span></a>.
(2) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Learjet, Inc., One Learjet Way, Wichita, KS 67209-2942; telephone
316-946-2000; fax 316-946-2220; email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#e8898bc6818b9ca8898d9a87c68a87858a899a8c818d9ac68b8785"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="96f7f5b8fff5e2d6f7f3e4f9b8f4f9fbf4f7e4f2fff3e4b8f5f9fb">[email protected]</span></a>;
internet <a href="http://www.bombardier.com">www.bombardier.com</a>. You may view this referenced 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.
Issued on July 29, 2022.
Christina Underwood,
Acting Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft
Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 2022-16680 Filed 8-10-22; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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