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Federal Regulation BriefJuly 3, 2008

TRANSPORTATIONToday’s Brief Includes (June 18- July 1):National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) – No newly published regulations this weekTransportation (DOT) – Includes selected proposed rules and selected notices

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NEWLY PUBLISHED REGULATIONS

Procedures for transportation workplace drug and alcohol testing programs: Procedures for Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Programs, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35961, 49 CFR Part 40, Docket No. OST-2003-15245, RIN 2105-AD55, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective August 25, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Department of Transportation (DOT) amends its drug and alcohol testing procedures to change instructions to collectors, laboratories, medical review officers, and employers regarding adulterated, substituted, diluted, and invalid urine specimen results. These changes are intended to create consistency with specimen validity requirements established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and to clarify and integrate some measures taken in two of its interim final rules. This final rule makes specimen validity testing mandatory within the regulated transportation industries.

THIS REGULATION IS NOT FURTHER ANALYZED HERE. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE FULL TEXT OF THE REGULATION IN THE LINKED DOCUMENT.--------------------------------

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)

Airworthiness directives, BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 19, 2008, Volume 73, Number 119, Rules and Regulations, Page 34847, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0275, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-335-AD, Amendment 39-15565, AD 2008-13-02, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 24, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 24, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) requires actions intended to correct the unsafe condition described in the summary, below.

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SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Cracks have been found in the propeller blades and propeller hubs, for which ongoing controlling actions issued by the propeller TC [type certificate] holder (McCauley Propeller Systems) have been mandated by FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD) action.

Current FAA ADs related to this subject are 2003-17-10 (which superseded AD 2003-15-01), 2004-23-16, 2005-24-08 and 2006-15-13. Cracking of the blade or hub can ultimately lead to blade release with potentially catastrophic consequences. * * *

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THIS REGULATION IS NOT FURTHER ANALYZED HERE. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE FULL TEXT OF THE REGULATION IN THE LINKED DOCUMENT.

Airworthiness directives, Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 19, 2008, Volume 73, Number 119, Rules and Regulations, Page 34844, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0273, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-369-AD, Amendment 39-15566, AD 2008-13-03, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 24, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of July 24, 2008. On October 13, 2006 (71 FR 52999, September 8, 2006), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of Boeing Service Bulletin 747-27A2397, Revision 2, dated September 1, 2005.)

PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) results from additional reports of failure or cracking of the power control module (PCM) manifold in Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes in the area of the yaw damper cavity endcap at intervals well below the initial inspection threshold of the existing AD. This AD requires actions intended to prevent an uncommanded left rudder hardover in the event of cracking in the yaw damper actuator portion of the upper or lower rudder PCMs, and subsequent failure of the PCM manifold, which could result in increased pilot workload, and possibly causing the plane to go off the runway during landing.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supersedes an existing AD that applies to all Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes. That AD currently requires reviewing airplane maintenance records, doing repetitive inspections for cracking of the yaw damper actuator part of the upper and lower rudder PCMs, replacing the PCMs if necessary, and reporting all airplane maintenance records review and inspection results to the manufacturer. This new AD limits the applicability, reduces the initial inspection threshold and repetitive interval, removes the reporting requirement, and requires installation of a secondary retention device



for the yaw damper modulating piston. Installation of the secondary retention device stops the repetitive inspection requirements.


Airworthiness directives, Bombardier Model DHC 8 400 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model DHC-8-400 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35902, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0360, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-368-AD, Amendment 39-15570, AD 2008-13-07, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 30, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of July 30, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Bombardier Model DHC-8-400 Series airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Several production aircraft have been found with the elevator overload bungees installed in reverse orientation: i.e., larger end outboard rather than inboard. This bungee reversal does not impact normal operation of the elevator, and would not increase the probability of an elevator disconnect. However, if a bungee became disconnected at the inboard side, the corresponding side of the elevator may not center, and this could adversely affect the pitch control of the aircraft.

Loss of elevator pitch control could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.


Airworthiness directives, Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Cessna Aircraft Company Models 208 and 208B Airplanes, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35898, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0331, Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-009-AD, Amendment 39-15569, AD 2008-13-06, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 30, 2008. As of July 30, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD.)





PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) results from chafed wiring found on wire bundles in the left and right wings containing the auto-control wing de-ice system, fuel quantity indication, and low fuel annunciation on the Cessna 208B airplanes. Improper installation of wire bundle supporting hardware can cause chafed wiring in the affected bundles. This AD requires actions intended to detect and correct damaged wiring of the auto-control wing de-ice system, fuel quantity indication, and low fuel annunciation systems. This condition could result in incorrect fuel quantity indications, loss of low fuel quantity annunciations, or loss of the autocontrol wing de-ice system.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for certain Cessna Aircraft Company (Cessna) Models 208 and 208B airplanes. This AD requires you to inspect the left and right wing wire bundle(s) and repair or replace damaged wire. This AD also requires inspecting the wire bundles for correct attachment to the anchor points and correcting any deficient attachments.


Airworthiness directives, Dassault Model Falcon 7X airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 7X Airplanes, Federal Register, June 19, 2008, Volume 73, Number 119, Rules and Regulations, Page 34854, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0641, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-105-AD, Amendment 39-15573, AD 2008-13-10, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule, request for comments.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 7, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain publication, listed in the AD as of July 7, 2008. The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this AD by July 21, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Dassault Model Falcon 7X airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Investigation following incidents on the production line has shown that power feeders inside the Secondary Power Distribution Boxes (SPDB) may be damaged because of interference with other internal parts. This condition, if not corrected, may lead to losing essential feeders. The resulting power shortage may reduce aircraft operability and affect flight safety margins.* * * * *

Damaged secondary power distribution boxes could lead to loss of electrical power resulting in depressurization with loss of passenger oxygen supply and uncommanded slat retraction.




Airworthiness directives, Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 20-C5, 20-D5, and 20-E5 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 20-C5, 20-D5, and 20-E5 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 19, 2008, Volume 73, Number 119, Rules and Regulations, Page 34849, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0296, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-307-AD, Amendment 39-15567, AD 2008-13-04, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 24, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of July 24, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 20-C5, 20-D5, and 20-E5 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is prompted by the discovery on an in-service Mystere-Falcon 20-C5 of a collapsed wing anti-ice flexible hose due to internal ply separation.

Consequences on the aircraft can be insufficient anti-icing not detected by the monitoring system. Ice accretion on the wing might then occur and might jeopardize the aircraft flight performance and safety.

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The unsafe condition is undetected excessive ice build-up on the wings, which could interfere with controllability of the airplane


Airworthiness directives, Dassault Model Mystere Falcon 900 and Falcon 900EX airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 900 and Falcon 900EX Airplanes, Federal Register, June 19, 2008, Volume 73, Number 119, Rules and Regulations, Page 34851, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0365, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-274-AD, Amendment 39-15563, AD 2008-12-19, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive is effective July 24, 2008.)






SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 900 and Falcon 900EX airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued following the discovery of a potential chafing between the feeder bundle and the right side partition wall separating the cabin from the lavatory at frames 22/23. This chafing may damage the feeder bundle and cause a sustained smoke-generating short-circuit between the feeder and the partition wall made of resistive composite material. Strong smoke and a difficult-to-localize short-circuit may result in a hazardous situation.

The unsafe condition is sustained smoke in the cabin, which may lead to reduced ability of the flightcrew to operate the airplane.


Airworthiness directives, Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34613, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0294, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-288-AD, Amendment 39-15558, AD 2008-12-14, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 23, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Analyses of in-service reports revealed that in case of failure of the wings' anti-ice valve, indications of untimely anti-icing with the wings' anti-ice selector on “OFF” or of insufficient anti-icing with the wings' anti-ice selector on “AUTO” might not be properly displayed to the flight crew. It may result, on ground, in potential structural damages due to a leading edge overheat, or in-flight, in an insufficient anti-ice power.* * * * *




Airworthiness directives, Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX airplanes and Model Falcon 900EX airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX Airplanes and Model Falcon 900EX Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34608, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0364, Directorate Identifier 2006-NM-281-AD, Amendment 39-15562, AD 2008-12-18, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 23, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX airplanes and Model Falcon 900EX airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

During a flight test performed on an EASy aircraft, subsequently to an air data probe failure, the crew realized that the Flight path vectors and the Vertical speeds that were displayed on pilot's and co-pilot's PDU (primary display unit) were identically wrong. A review of the EASy architecture reveals that * * * One single ADS (air data system) unflagged air data error may lead to the computation and display on both pilot's and co-pilot's display units of unnoticed and misleading flight information.

At take-off or during go-around this situation might considerably reduce flight safety.


Airworthiness directives, Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34624, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0301, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-284-AD, Amendment 39-15559, AD 2008-12-15, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 23, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:





On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is nominal, while in NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half compared to what it should be.

Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by Certification Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to passenger incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation.

The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask boxes for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation of passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL mode.


Airworthiness directives, Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135ER, -135KE, -135KL, and -135LR Airplanes, and Model EMB-145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP Airplanes, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35904, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0182, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-262-AD, Amendment 39-15577, AD 2008-13-14, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 30, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of July 30, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135ER, -135KE, -135KL, and -135LR Airplanes, and Model EMB-145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Fuel system reassessment, performed according to RBHA-E88/SFAR-88 (Regulamento Brasileiro de Homologacao Aeronautica 88/Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 88), requires the inclusion of new maintenance tasks in the Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL) and in the Fuel System Limitations (FSL), necessary to preclude ignition sources in the fuel system. * * *




Airworthiness directives, Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ Airplanes, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35908, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0194, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-263-AD, Amendment 39-15578, AD 2008-13-15, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 30, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of July 30, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Fuel system reassessment, performed according to RBHA-E88/SFAR-88 (Regulamento Brasileiro de Homologacao Aeronautica 88/Special Federal Aviation Regulation No. 88), requires the inclusion of new maintenance tasks in the Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL) and in the Fuel System Limitations (FSL), necessary to preclude ignition sources in the fuel system. * * *


Airworthiness directives, Eurocopter France Model AS 355 N helicopters: Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS 355 N Helicopters, Federal Register, July 1, 2008, Volume 73, Number 127, Rules and Regulations, Page 37358, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0041, Directorate Identifier 2007-SW-16-AD, Amendment 39-15599, AD 2008-14-04, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive is effective August 5, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Eurocopter France Model AS 355 N helicopters. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), the technical agent for France states in the MCAI:





This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued because it was found that the power drawn by the starter generators from the engines is above the consumption capacity at altitudes above 3,000 meters, declared for the engines of AS 355 N helicopters. Excessive power consumption of the starter generators reduces the engine surge margin, which can result in engine failure.

After engine start, the starter generator functions as the normal operational electrical generator.


Airworthiness directives, GENERAL AVIA Costruzioni Aeronatiche Models F22B, F22C, and F22R airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; GENERAL AVIA Costruzioni Aeronatiche Models F22B, F22C, and F22R Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34620, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0423 Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-010-AD, Amendment 39-15556, AD 2008-12-13, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 23, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for GENERAL AVIA Costruzioni Aeronatiche Models F22B, F22C, and F22R airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

ENAC Italy AD 2004-376 was issued in response to two separate reports of cracks found in the Firewall-to-Engine mounting attachments. Detachment of the engine mounts from the structure is the possible consequence. Although the actual cause has not been finally determined, some repairs have been approved to address and correct the unsafe condition.

This new AD, which supersedes ENAC Italy AD 2004-376, retains the initial inspection requirement, adds repetitive inspections and clarifies the conditions under which aircraft that have been repaired by an approved method can be allowed to return to service.


Airworthiness directives, Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. Models 42A, 56A, 60A, 69A, 77A, 90A, 105A, 120A, 150A, 180A, 210A, 240A, 260A, and 310A balloons: Airworthiness Directives; Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. Models 42A, 56A, 60A,



69A, 77A, 90A, 105A, 120A, 150A, 180A, 210A, 240A, 260A, and 310A Balloons, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34622, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0446, Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-021-AD, Amendment 39-15568, AD 2008-13-05, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. As of April 1, 2008 (73 FR 13113, March 12, 2008), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 11, Issue 1, dated September 24, 2007, listed in this AD.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supersedes an existing AD for Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. Models 42A, 56A, 60A, 69A, 77A, 90A, 105A, 120A, 150A, 180A, 210A, 240A, 260A, and 310A balloons. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Defective burner hoses have been identified which might develop a leak. A significant leak, if it was ignited, could hazard the balloon and occupants.

Since the issue of AD G-2003-0010 there have been occurrences of hose failure in batches not identified in the earlier bulletins. LHAB Service Bulletin (SB) No 11 supersedes the earlier SBs and revises the applicability as required.


Airworthiness directives, Lockheed Model L 1011 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Lockheed Model L-1011 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34605, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0637, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-078-AD, Amendment 39-15561, AD 2008-12-17, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of a certain other publication listed in the AD as of July 23, 2008. As of June 1, 2001 (66 FR 21072, April 27, 2001), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain service bulletin.)

PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) results from a design review of the fuel tank systems in Lockheed Model L-1011 series airplanes. This AD requires actions intended to prevent chafing of the fuel level control switch wiring harness, which could cause arcing and result in a fire in the fuel tank.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supersedes an existing AD, which applies to all Lockheed Model L-1011 series airplanes. That AD currently requires an inspection of the fuel level control switch, the fuel level control switch wiring harness, and the wiring harness conduit for damage, wear or chafing, broken





or missing O-rings, or indications of electrical arcing. That AD also requires replacement of a certain conduit in the fuel level control switch wiring harness, installation of electrical sleeving over the fuel level control switch wiring harness, and installation of the fuel level control switch that has been so modified. This new AD requires an inspection of the fuel level control switch, wiring harnesses, and harness conduit for any visible damage, wear or chafing, broken or missing O-rings, or indications of electrical arcing; an inspection to determine the part number of the wiring harness conduit; and corrective actions if necessary. This new AD also requires replacing certain sleeving with new, improved sleeving over the wiring harness of the fuel level control switch. THIS REGULATION IS NOT FURTHER ANALYZED HERE. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE FULL TEXT OF THE REGULATION IN THE LINKED DOCUMENT.

Airworthiness directives, M7 Aerospace LP SA226 and SA227 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; M7 Aerospace LP SA226 and SA227 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34615, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0313, Directorate Identifier 2007-CE-095-AD, Amendment 39-15560, AD 2008-12-16, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. As of July 23, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD.)

PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) results from five reports of chafing in certain M7 Aerospace LP SA226 and SA227 series airplanes between the bleed air tube and the electrical starter cables with one incident resulting in a fire. This AD requires actions intended to detect and correct chafing/arcing of electrical wires, components, and bleed air lines. This condition could result in arcing of the exposed wires and burn a hole in the bleed air line or the nearby hydraulic line, and lead to a possible hydraulic fluid leak and fire in the engine nacelle compartment.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for certain M7 Aerospace LP SA226 and SA227 series airplanes. This AD requires you to inspect electrical wires/components, hydraulic and bleed air tube assemblies at left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) inboard wing leading edge/battery box areas, LH/RH wing stations 51.167 to 81.174, and at all feed-through locations into the LH/RH inboard keelson. If chafing/arcing is found, this AD requires you to reposition, repair, and/or replace all chafed electrical wires, components, and hydraulic and bleed air tube assemblies, as required. This AD also requires you to reposition the battery lead cables, cover four-gauge wires leaving the battery box with firesleeving and secure with clamps, and protect the battery power cable.


Airworthiness directives, Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. PC-6 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. PC-6 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35911, 14 CFR



Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0493 Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-028-AD, Amendment 39-15581, AD 2008-13-18, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 30, 2008. As of July 30, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Pilatus Aircraft Ltd. PC-6 Series airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is prompted due to a potential problem with the tail landing gear locking mechanism of PC-6 series aircraft.

Investigation, carried out after an incident report, determined that both screws of the tail-wheel locking mechanism had ruptured, rendering the mechanism inoperative.


Airworthiness directives, Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) Models PW305A and PW305B turbofan engines: Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) Models PW305A and PW305B Turbofan Engines, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35900, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0664, Directorate Identifier 2008-NE-04-AD, Amendment 39-15579, AD 2008-13-16, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule, request for comments.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 10, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of P&WC Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW300-72-A24588, Revision 2, dated November 27, 2007, listed in the AD as of July 10, 2008. The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this AD by July 25, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) requires actions intended to correct the unsafe condition which could result in an engine shutdown and damage to the airplane and is described in the summary, below.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp. (P&WC) Models PW305A and PW305B turbofan engines. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

There have been two incidents of fan blade dislodgements due to blade fracture on relatively hi-time PW305 engines (over 5000 Hrs). The blade





dislodgement in both cases was contained. However, engine installations sustained considerable collateral damage. The root cause of fan blade fracture was determined to be the under-minimum material condition at the fracture location.


Airworthiness directives, Viking Air Limited Model DHC 2 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Model DHC-2 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34611, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0393 Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-011-AD, Amendment 39-15533, AD 2008-11-11, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. As of July 23, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of Viking DHC-2 Beaver Service Bulletin 2/47, Revision E, dated January 23, 2007, listed in this AD. As of December 15, 1992 (57 FR 53254, November 9, 1992), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of deHavilland Technical News Sheet B55, dated August 1, 1952; and Bombardier de Havilland DHC-2 (Beaver) Service Bulletin 2/47 Revision C, revised September 4, 1992, listed in this AD.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supersedes an existing AD for Viking Air Limited Model DHC-2 Series airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Cracks have been reported in the front spar center web of the tailplane at the pick-up bracket and at lightening holes. If not detected early and repaired, these cracks may lead to failure of the tailplane.


Airworthiness directives, Viking Air Limited Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-3 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-3 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34618, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0444, Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-024-AD, Amendment 39-15555, AD 2008-12-12, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective July 23, 2008. As of July 23, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of Viking DHC-2 Beaver Service Bulletin Number V2/0001, dated June 27, 2007; and Viking DHC-3 Otter Service Bulletin Number V3/0001, dated June 27, 2007, listed in this AD.





As of December 6, 2004 (69 FR 61758, October 21, 2004), the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of deHavilland Beaver Alert Service Bulletin Number A2/53, Revision B, dated May 28, 2004; and deHavilland Otter Alert Service Bulletin Number A3/53, Revision B, dated May 28, 2004, listed in this AD.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supersedes an existing AD for Viking Air Limited Models DHC-2 Mk. I, DHC-2 Mk. II, and DHC-3 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

A complete loss of both ignition systems occurred on a DHC-3 Otter when the lock wire hole in the ignition connector plug on the firewall broke out, allowing the plug to vibrate loose. A maintenance safety feature grounds out both magneto systems through a spring-loaded safety pin incorporated into the Cannon plug. The DHC-2 system is similar in design.

Subsequent to the issuance of AD CF-2001-36 a complete loss of both ignition systems occurred on a DHC-2 Beaver resulting in engine failure and subsequent forced approach and landing. Investigation by the Transportation Safety Board determined the internal failure of the magneto firewall connector resulted in both magneto “P” leads shorting to ground. A maintenance “safety” feature through a spring-loaded safety pin incorporated in the firewall connector on many DHC-2 aircraft grounds out both magneto systems when the connector is disconnected. This connector type is readily identified when disconnected by the existence of three internal pins on the firewall and magneto harness side, one of which is shorted directly to ground.


Airworthiness directives, Viking Air Limited Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC 6 200, and DHC-6-300 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 Airplanes, Federal Register, July 1, 2008, Volume 73, Number 127, Rules and Regulations, Page 37353, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0368 Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-007-AD, Amendment 39-15532, AD 2008-11-10, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective August 5, 2008. As of August 5, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Viking Air Limited Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an



aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

There have been reports of inter-rivet cracking on several wing front spar adapter assemblies (P/N C6WM1027-1) on the horizontal and vertical flanges. It was determined that the cracking was caused by stress corrosion in the short transverse grain initiated by local riveting induced stresses.


Airworthiness directives, Viking Air Limited Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC 6 200, and DHC-6-300 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Viking Air Limited Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 Airplanes, Federal Register, July 1, 2008, Volume 73, Number 127, Rules and Regulations, Page 37355, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0367 Directorate Identifier 2007-CE-089-AD, Amendment 39-15574, AD 2008-13-11, RIN 2120-AA64, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective August 5, 2008. As of August 5, 2008, the Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts a new AD for Viking Air Limited Models DHC-6-1, DHC-6-100, DHC-6-200, and DHC-6-300 airplanes. This AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Service experience indicates that as aircraft become older, they are more likely to exhibit indications of corrosion.

Additionally, the FAA has reviewed the service experience and finds this action to be necessary based upon that service experience.


Class E Airspace, amendment, Danville, KY: Amendment of Class E Airspace; Danville, KY, Federal Register, June 26, 2008, Volume 73, Number 124, Rules and Regulations, Page 36269, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2007-0246, Airspace Docket No. 07-ASO-26, Final rule, confirmation of effective date.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is confirmed effective 0901 UTC, September 25, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)





SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirms the effective date of a direct final rule published in the Federal Register (73 FR 15058) that amends the Class E airspace area to support Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (IAPs) developed to serve the Stuart Powell Field Airport. Additionally, the direct final rule made a technical amendment addressing the airport's name change from Goodall Field Airport to Stuart Powell Field Airport.


Class E Airspace, amendment, Gettysburg, PA: Amendment of Class E Airspace; Gettysburg, PA, Federal Register, June 27, 2008, Volume 73, Number 125, Rules and Regulations, Page 36409, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2007-0309, Airspace Docket No. 07-AEA-20, Direct final rule, confirmation of effective date.[TEXT] [PDF](This direct final rule is confirmed effective 0901 UTC June 27, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirms the effective date of a direct final rule published in the Federal Register (73 FR 8593) that modifies Class E Airspace at Gettysburg, PA. Additional controlled airspace at Gettysburg Regional Airport now provides the controlled airspace required to support the new Copter Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) 070 Point in Space (PinS) approach developed to facilitate helicopter medical flight arrivals and departures at Gettysburg Hospital, Gettysburg, PA.


Class E Airspace, amendment, Indianapolis, IN: Amendment of Class E Airspace; Indianapolis, IN, Federal Register, June 27, 2008, Volume 73, Number 125, Rules and Regulations, Page 36408, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2008-0163, Airspace Docket No. 08-AGL-2, Direct final rule, confirmation of effective date.[TEXT] [PDF](This direct final rule is confirmed effective 0901 UTC June 27, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirms the effective date of a direct final rule that establishes additional Class E Airspace at Indianapolis, IN, published in the Federal Register April 2, 2008 (73 FR 17887) Docket No. FAA-2008-0163. This action also makes a minor correction to the coordinates of Hendricks County Gordon Graham Field.






Class E Airspace, establishment, Canon, GA: Establishment of Class E Airspace; Canon, GA, Federal Register, June 26, 2008, Volume 73, Number 124, Rules and Regulations, Page 36269, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2008-0154, Airspace Docket No. 08-ASO-10, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective 0901 UTC, September 25, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establishes Class E Airspace at Canon, GA, to accommodate the new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) that have been developed for Franklin County Airport. Controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is to contain the SIAP and for Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations at Franklin County Airport. The operating status of the airport will change from Visual Flight Rules (VFR) to include IFR operations concurrent with the publication of the SIAP.


Class E Airspace, establishment, Philippi, WV: Establishment of Class E Airspace; Philippi, WV, Federal Register, June 27, 2008, Volume 73, Number 125, Rules and Regulations, Page 36409, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2008-0131, Airspace Docket 08-AEA-12, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective 0901 UTC, September 25, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establishes Class E Airspace at Philippi, WV, to accommodate a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAP) Runways (RWY) 08-26 that has been developed for Philippi/Barbour County Regional Airport. As a result, controlled airspace extending upward from 700 feet Above Ground Level (AGL) is to contain the SIAP and for Instrument Flight Rule (IFR) operations at Philippi/Barbour County Regional Airport. The operating status of the airport will change from Visual Flight Rules (VFR) to include IFR operations concurrent with the publication of the SIAP.






Class E Airspace, establishment, Sunbury, PA: Establishment of Class E Airspace; Sunbury, PA, Federal Register, June 26, 2008, Volume 73, Number 124, Rules and Regulations, Page 36270, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2008-0162, Airspace Docket No. 08-AEA-15, Final rule, confirmation of effective date.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is confirmed effective 0901 UTC, September 25, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirms the effective date of a direct final rule published in the Federal Register (73 FR 14677) that establishes Class E Airspace at Sunbury, PA to support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed for medical flight operations into the Sunbury Community Hospital Airport.


Class E Airspace, establishment, Susquehanna, PA: Establishment of Class E Airspace; Susquehanna, PA, Federal Register, June 26, 2008, Volume 73, Number 124, Rules and Regulations, Page 36270, 14 CFR Part 71, Docket No. FAA-2008-0161, Airspace Docket No. 08-AEA-14, Final rule, confirmation of effective date.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective 0901 UTC, September 25, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approves this incorporation by reference action under Title 1, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 51, subject to the annual revision of Federal Aviation Administration Order 7400.9 and publication of conforming amendments.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirms the effective date of a direct final rule published in the Federal Register (73 FR 14679) that establishes Class E Airspace at Susquehanna, PA, to support a new Area Navigation (RNAV) Global Positioning System (GPS) Special Instrument Approach Procedure (IAP) that has been developed for medical flight operations into the Susquehanna High School Heliport.


Instrument flight rules (IFR) altitudes, miscellaneous amendments: IFR Altitudes; Miscellaneous Amendments, Federal Register, June 27, 2008, Volume 73, Number 125, Rules and Regulations, Page 36410, 14 CFR Part 95, Docket No. 30615, Amendment No. 475, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective 0901 UTC, July 31, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) adopts miscellaneous amendments to the required IFR (instrument flight rules) altitudes and changeover points for certain federal airways, jet routes, or direct routes for which a minimum or maximum en route authorized IFR altitude is prescribed. This regulatory action is because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System. These changes are







designed to provide for the safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace under instrument conditions in the affected areas.


Special conditions, Embraer S.A. Model EMB-500, Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) System: Special Conditions: Embraer S.A. Model EMB-500; Full Authority Digital Engine Control (FADEC) System, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35896, 14 CFR Part 23, Docket No. CE288, Special Conditions No. 23-228-SC, Final special conditions, request for comments.[TEXT] [PDF](These final special conditions are effective June 16, 2008. Any comments must be received on or before July 25, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issues these special conditions for the Embraer S.A. Model EMB-500 airplane. This airplane has a novel or unusual design feature(s) associated with the use of an electronic engine control system instead of a traditional mechanical control system. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards.


Special conditions, Embraer S.A., Model EMB-500, high fuel temperature: Special Conditions: Embraer S.A., Model EMB-500; High Fuel Temperature, Federal Register, June 19, 2008, Volume 73, Number 119, Rules and Regulations, Page 34843, 14 CFR Part 23, Docket No. CE280, Special Conditions No. 23-220-SC, Final special conditions.[TEXT] [PDF](These final special conditions are effective June 10, 2008.)

SUMMARY: These special conditions are issued for the Embraer S.A., Model EMB-500 airplane. This airplane has a novel or unusual design feature(s) associated with high fuel temperature. The applicable airworthiness regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate safety standards for this design feature. These special conditions contain the additional safety standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards.


Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures, miscellaneous amendments: Standard Instrument





Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments, Federal Register, June 26, 2008, Volume 73, Number 124, Rules and Regulations, Page 36271, 14 CFR Part 97, Docket No. 30614, Amendment No. 3275, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective June 26, 2008. The compliance date for each Standard Instrument Approach Procedure, associated Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedures is specified in the amendments. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of June 26, 2008.)

SUMMARY: This rule establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.


Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures, miscellaneous amendments: Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments, Federal Register, July 1, 2008, Volume 73, Number 127, Rules and Regulations, Page 37360, 14 CFR Part 97, Docket No. 30613, Amendment No. 3274, Final rule.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule is effective July 1, 2008. The compliance date for each StandardInstrument Approach Procedure, associated Takeoff Minimums, and Obstacle Departure Procedure is specified in the amendments. The incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as of July 1, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) establishes, amends, suspends, or revokes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures (ODPs) for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions are because of the adoption of new or revised criteria, or because of changes occurring in the National Airspace System, such as the commissioning of new navigational facilities, adding new obstacles, or changing air traffic requirements. These changes are designed to provide safe and efficient use of the navigable airspace and to promote safe flight operations under instrument flight rules at the affected airports.






Technical amendment, typographical error: Miscellaneous Markings and Placards, Federal Register, June 20, 2008, Volume 73, Number 120, Rules and Regulations, Page 35062, 14 CFR Part 23, Final rule, technical amendment.[TEXT] [PDF](This final rule, technical amendment, is effective June 20, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) corrects a typographical error in a final rule published in the Federal Register in which a word was inadvertently changed.

AMENDMENT: 14 CFR Part 23--AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS: NORMAL, UTILITY, ACROBATIC, AND COMMUTER CATEGORY AIRPLANES Section 23.1557 is amended to read as follows:

Section 23.1557 Miscellaneous markings and placards.

* * * * * (c) * * *

(1) Fuel filler openings must be marked at or near the filler cover with--* * * * *

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FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (FMSCA) Hours of service of drivers, availability of supplemental documents: Hours of Service of Drivers; Availability of Supplemental Documents, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35975, 49 CFR Parts 385 and 395, Docket No. FMCSA-2004-19608, RIN 2126-AB14, Notice of availability of supplemental documents.[TEXT] [PDF]

SUMMARY: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA or Agency) advises the public that it is placing in the public docket four additional documents concerning hours of service (HOS) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. The FMCSA published an interim final rule (IFR) on this issue December 17, 2007. The Agency now dockets the supplemental documents.

THIS REGULATION IS NOT FURTHER ANALYZED HERE. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE FULL TEXT OF THE REGULATION IN THE LINKED DOCUMENT.--------------------------------

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD (STB) Regulations governing fees for services performed in connection with licensing and related services, 2008 update: Regulations Governing Fees for Services Performed in Connection With Licensing and Related Services--2008 Update, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Rules and Regulations, Page 34649, 49 CFR Part 1002, STB Ex Parte No. 542 (Sub-No. 15), Final rules.[TEXT] [PDF](These final rules are effective June 18, 2008.)







SUMMARY: The Surface Transportation Board (STB or Board) adopts its 2008 User Fee Update and revises its fee schedule to reflect increased costs associated with the January 2008 government salary increases and the Board's overhead costs, and to reflect changes in government fringe benefits.


Regulations governing fees for services performed in connection with Licensing Related Services-2008 update: Regulations Governing Fees for Services Performed in Connection With Licensing Related Services--2008 Update, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Rules and Regulations, Page 35976, 49 CFR Part 1002, STB Ex Parte No. 542, Sub-No. 15, Stay of effective date.[TEXT] [PDF](The amendments to 49 CFR 1002.1 (a) through (e), (f)(1), and (g)(6), and 49 CFR 1002.2(f), published June 18, 2008 (73 FR 34649) are stayed until July 18, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Surface Transportation Board (STB or Board) corrects the preamble of the Board's final rules, published in the June 18, 2008 Federal Register (73 FR 34649). The final rules adopted the 2008 User Fee Update and revised the fee schedule to reflect increased costs associated with the January 2008 government salary increases, and the Board's overhead costs, and to reflect changes in government fringe benefits. After the rules were published, it was noticed that the effective date of these final rules was published as June 18, 2008 when, in fact, it is July 18.


SELECTED PROPOSED REGULATIONS

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)

Airworthiness, Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 24, 2008, Volume 73, Number 122, Proposed Rules, Page 35601, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0670, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-339-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 24, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) would require actions intended to address the unsafe condition described in the summary, below.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Airbus Model A318, A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an





aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Damage to the lower lateral fittings of the 80VU rack * * * [and] damage to the lower central support fitting * * *.

In the worst case scenario a complete failure of the 80VU fittings in combination with a high load factor or strong vibration could lead to failure of the rack structure and/or computers or rupture/disconnection of the cable harnesses to one or more computers located in the 80VU. This rack contains computers for Flight Controls, Communication and Radio-navigation. These functions are duplicated across other racks but during critical phases of flight the multiple system failures/re-configuration may constitute an unsafe condition.* * * * *

THIS PROPOSED REGULATION IS NOT FURTHER ANALYZED HERE. IF YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE SEE THE FULL TEXT IN THE LINKED DOCUMENT.

Airworthiness directives, Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, and A340 300 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, and A340-300 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 24, 2008, Volume 73, Number 122, Proposed Rules, Page 35595, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0672, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-032-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 24, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, and A340-300 series airplanes. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

During manufacturing of A330/A340 aircraft framework, cracks have been found on Frame (FR) 12, left (LH) and right (RH) sides. It has been confirmed that a defect of the FR12 forming tool press is the root cause of the cracks.

If undetected such damage could affect, after propagation, the structural integrity of the aircraft.* * * * *


Airworthiness directives, Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, and A340 300 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, and A340-300 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 24, 2008, Volume 73, Number 122,



Proposed Rules, Page 35603, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0667, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-009-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 24, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Airbus Model A330-200, A330-300, and A340-300 series airplanes. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

During fatigue tests (EF3) on the A340-600, damages were found in longitudinal doubler at VTP (vertical tail plane) attachment cutout between Frame (FR) 80 and FR86. This damage occurred between 58341 and 72891 simulated flight cycles (FC). Due to the higher Design Service Goal and different design (e.g. doubler thickness) [of the] A330-200/-300 and A340-300 aircraft series, the damage assessment concluded [there was] potential impact on [the airplanes specified in the] applicability.* * * * *

The unsafe condition is crack propagation in the VTP attachment cutout, which could reduce airplane structural integrity in the tail section.


Airworthiness directives, Avions Marcel Dassault-Breguet Model Falcon 10 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Avions Marcel Dassault-Breguet Model Falcon 10 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 27, 2008, Volume 73, Number 125, Proposed Rules, Page 36473, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0674, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-086-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 28, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from information regarding Avions Marcel Dassault-Breguet Model Falcon 10 airplanes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) received from operators and the airplane manufacturer indicating that the repetitive interval for the required replacement deviated from the referenced service information. This proposed AD would require actions intended to prevent collapse of the flexible hoses in the slat anti-icing system, which could lead to insufficient anti-icing capability and, if icing is encountered in this situation, could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.

SUMMARY: The FAA proposes to supersede an existing AD that applies to all Avions Marcel Dassault-Breguet Model Falcon 10 airplanes. The existing AD currently requires either revising the airplane flight manual (AFM) and installing a placard in the flight deck to prohibit flight into known or forecasted icing conditions, or repetitively inspecting for delamination of the flexible hoses in the wing (slat) anti-icing system and performing corrective actions if necessary. The existing AD also





requires replacement of the flexible hoses installed in the slat anti-icing systems, which ends the repetitive inspections. This proposed AD would continue to require replacement of the flexible hoses installed in the slat anti-icing systems with new hoses, but at intervals defined in flight hours instead of flight cycles.


Airworthiness directives, BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 20, 2008, Volume 73, Number 120, Proposed Rules, Page 35089, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0644, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-321-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 21, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from additional reports of the nose landing gear (NLG) failing to extend fully on a BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 airplane that had been inspected in accordance with AD 2004-14-07. This AD would require actions intended to prevent failure of the NLG to extend fully, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane during landing.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to supersede an existing AD that applies to all BAE Systems (Operations) Limited (Jetstream) Model 4101 airplanes. The existing AD currently requires repetitive tests for free movement of the capsule/bearing of the NLG, and related investigative and corrective actions. This proposed AD would require a modified test for free movement of the capsule/bearing of the NLG at reduced repeat intervals, and replacement of the NLG assembly with a modified assembly.


Airworthiness directives, Boeing Model 707 Airplanes and Model 720 and 720B series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 707 Airplanes and Model 720 and 720B Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 20, 2008, Volume 73, Number 120, Proposed Rules, Page 35092, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0645, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-358-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by August 4, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from a report of in-service occurrences of loss of fuel system suction feed capability, followed by total loss of pressure of the fuel feed system in Boeing Model 707 airplanes and Model 720 and 720B series airplanes. This AD would require actions intended to detect and correct failure of the engine fuel suction feed of the fuel system, which could result in multi-engine flameout, inability to restart the engines, and consequent forced landing of the airplane.





SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for all Boeing Model 707 airplanes and Model 720 and 720B series airplanes. This proposed AD would require performing an operational test of the engine fuel suction feed of the fuel system, and other related testing if necessary.


Airworthiness directives, Boeing Model 727 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 727 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 20, 2008, Volume 73, Number 120, Proposed Rules, Page 35093, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0646, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-359-AD, RIN 2120-AA64,Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by August 4, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from a report of in-service occurrences of loss of fuel system suction feed capability, followed by total loss of pressure of the fuel feed system in Boeing Model 727 airplanes. This AD would require actions intended to detect and correct failure of the engine fuel suction feed of the fuel system, which could result in multi-engine flameout, inability to restart the engines, and consequent forced landing of the airplane.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Boeing Model 727 airplanes. This proposed AD would require performing an operational test of the engine fuel suction feed of the fuel system, and other related testing if necessary.


Airworthiness directives, Boeing Model 737 300, 400, and 500 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 24, 2008, Volume 73, Number 122, Proposed Rules, Page 35598, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0671, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-017-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by August 8, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from reports of cracking in the frame, or in the frame and frame reinforcement, common to the 1.04-inch nominal diameter wire penetration hole intended for wire routing in certain Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This AD would require actions intended to detect and correct cracking in the fuselage frames and frame reinforcements, which could reduce the structural capability of the frames to sustain limit loads, and result in cracking in the fuselage skin and subsequent rapid depressurization of the airplane.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Boeing Model 737-300, -400, and -500 series airplanes. This proposed AD





would require repetitive high frequency eddy current (HFEC) inspections for cracking of the 1.04-inch nominal diameter wire penetration hole in the frame and frame reinforcement, between stringers S-20 and S-21, on both the left and right sides of the airplane, and related investigative/corrective actions if necessary.


Airworthiness directives, Boeing Model 737 600, 700, and 800 series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-600, -700, and -800 Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 24, 2008, Volume 73, Number 122, Proposed Rules, Page 35593, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0669, Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-350-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by August 8, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from drill starts being found on the free flange of the lower stringers of the wing center section in certain Boeing Model 737-600, -700, and -800 series airplanes during a quality assurance inspection at the final assembly plant. This AD would require actions intended to prevent cracks from propagating from drill starts in the free flange of the lower stringers of the wing center section, which could cause a loss of structural integrity of the wing center section and may result in a fuel leak.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Boeing Model 737-600, -700, and -800 series airplanes. This proposed AD would require inspecting the free flange of the lower stringers of the wing center section for drill starts, and applicable related investigative and corrective actions.


Airworthiness directives, Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F Series Airplanes, Federal Register, June 18, 2008, Volume 73, Number 118, Proposed Rules, Page 34663, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0640, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-070-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by August 4, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This airworthiness directive (AD) results from fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer in certain Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes. This AD would require actions intended to prevent a fire or explosion in the fuel tank and consequent loss of the airplane.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for certain Boeing Model 747-400, 747-400D, and 747-400F series airplanes. This proposed AD would require installing an extension tube to the existing pump discharge port of the scavenge pump on the outboard side of the center fuel tank in the main fuel tank 2.






Airworthiness directives, Bombardier Model CL 600 2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 and 440) Airplanes, Federal Register, June 20, 2008, Volume 73, Number 120, Proposed Rules, Page 35095, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0643, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-094-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 21, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 and 440) airplanes that would supersede an existing AD. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Bombardier Aerospace has completed a system safety review of the aircraft fuel system against fuel tank safety standards * * *.

[A]ssessment showed that supplemental maintenance tasks [for certain bonding jumpers, wiring harnesses, and hydraulic systems, among other items] are required to prevent potential ignition sources inside the fuel system, which could result in a fuel tank explosion. * * *


Airworthiness directives, Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Model DA 42 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Model DA 42 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 23, 2008, Volume 73, Number 121, Proposed Rules, Page 35361, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0685, Directorate Identifier 2008-CE-037-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 23, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Diamond Aircraft Industries GmbH Model DA 42 airplanes. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:





The original designed bellcrank for the aileron control system in the wing needed to be installed with slightly bent rod ends during production of the aircraft to avoid friction and possible chafing. In addition to being a nonpreferable production practice, this creates the risk of replacement parts being installed during subsequent in-service maintenance without being bent or not being bent correctly. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to chafing damage of the aileron control system and consequent loss of control of the aircraft.


Airworthiness directives, Dowty Propellers Models R354/4 123 F/13, et al: Airworthiness Directives; Dowty Propellers Models R354/4-123-F/13; R354/4-123-F/20; R354/4-123-F/21; R375/4-123-F/21; R389/4-123-F/25; R354/4-123-F/26; and R390/4-123-F/27 Propellers, Federal Register, June 30, 2008, Volume 73, Number 126, Proposed Rules, Page 36819, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0545, Directorate Identifier 2008-NE-16-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed AD by July 30, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) would require actions intended to correct the unsafe condition described in the summary, below.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Dowty Propellers Models R354/4-123-F/13; R354/4-123-F/20; R354/4-123-F/21; R375/4-123-F/21; R389/4-123-F/25; R354/4-123-F/26; and R390/4-123-F/27 propellers. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to identify and correct an unsafe condition on Dowty Propellers models R354/4-123-F/13; R354/4-123-F/20; R354/4-123-F/21; R375/4-123-F/21; R389/4-123-F/25; R354/4-123-F/26; and R390/4-123-F/27 propellers. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

A number of propeller blade outer sleeves have been found with cracks since 1996. Testing has shown that blade retention integrity is not affected by this cracking. However, this condition, if not detected and corrected, can lead to blade counterweight release, possibly resulting in damage to the aircraft and injury to occupants or persons on the ground.

The FAA proposes this AD to prevent blade counterweight release, which could result in injury or damage to the airplane.


Airworthiness directives, Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB 135 airplanes, and Model EMB 145, 145ER, 145MR, 145LR, 145XR, 145MP, and 145EP airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135 Airplanes, and Model EMB-145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP Airplanes, Federal



Register, June 20, 2008, Volume 73, Number 120, Proposed Rules, Page 35098, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0642, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-039-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 21, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This proposed airworthiness directive (AD) results from fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer in EMBRAER Model EMB-135 airplanes and Model EMB-145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP airplanes. This proposed AD would require actions intended to prevent an ignition source inside the fuel tank that could ignite fuel vapor and cause a fuel tank explosion and loss of the airplane.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to supersede an existing AD that applies to all EMBRAER Model EMB-135 airplanes and Model EMB-145, -145ER, -145MR, -145LR, -145XR, -145MP, and -145EP airplanes. The existing AD currently requires replacing the metallic tubes enclosing the vent and pilot valve wires in the left- and right-hand wing fuel tanks with non-conductive hoses. This proposed AD would add airplanes to the applicability of the existing AD.


Airworthiness directives, Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 190 airplanes: Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 190 Airplanes, Federal Register, June 24, 2008, Volume 73, Number 122, Proposed Rules, Page 35597, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0668, Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-088-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 24, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 190 airplanes. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

During aircraft structure fatigue tests, cracks were found in the wing lower skin stringers between ribs 7 and 10 on both wings. In order to prevent fatigue cracks in the wing lower skin stringers, which could result in fuel leakage and reduced structural integrity of the wing, the referred stringers must be reworked.






Airworthiness directives, Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N helicopters: Airworthiness Directives; Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N Helicopters, Federal Register, June 30, 2008, Volume 73, Number 126, Proposed Rules, Page 36821, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2007-28691, Directorate Identifier 2006-SW-22-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking; reopening of comment period.[TEXT] [PDF](Any comments must be received on or before August 29, 2008.)

PURPOSE: This supplemental proposed airworthiness directive (AD) is prompted by an improved procedure for detecting oil pump wear earlier in Eurocopter France Model AS355E, F, F1, F2, and N helicopters and is considered more accurate than the procedure proposed previously. This proposed AD would require actions intended to implement improved procedures to detect a failing MGB oil pump, to prevent failure of the MGB pump, seizure of the MGB, loss of drive to an engine and main rotor, and subsequent loss of control of the helicopter.

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) revises an earlier proposed superseding AD for the specified Eurocopter France (ECF) model helicopters. That AD currently requires certain checks of the magnetic chip detector plug (chip detector) and the main gearbox (MGB) oil-sight glass, certain inspections of the lubrication pump (pump), and replacing the MGB and the pump with an airworthy MGB and pump, if necessary. Also, the AD requires that before a pump or MGB with any hours time-in-service (TIS) can be installed, it must meet the AD requirements. The earlier proposed superseding AD proposed retaining those requirements but proposed adding all serial-numbered pumps to the applicability.


Airworthiness directives, Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206A, PW206B, PW206B2, PW206C, PW206E, PW207C, PW207D, and PW207E turboshaft engines: Airworthiness Directives; Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206A, PW206B, PW206B2, PW206C, PW206E, PW207C, PW207D, and PW207E Turboshaft Engines, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Proposed Rules, Page 35982, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2007-0219, Directorate Identifier 2007-NE-46-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 25, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Pratt & Whitney Canada PW206A, PW206B, PW206B2, PW206C, PW206E, PW207C, PW207D, and PW207E turboshaft engines. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by the aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

PW206 and PW207 compressor turbine (CT) disc bore areas may experience impact damage resulting from bending or fracture of the CT disc retaining nut.





Damage of the CT disc bore area can reduce LCF capabilities of the CT disc, resulting in disc fracture.

The FAA proposes this AD to prevent damage to the CT disc bore area, which could result in possible uncontained failure of the engine and damage to the helicopter.


Airworthiness directives, Turbomeca S.A. Models Arriel 1E2, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft engines: Airworthiness Directives; Turbomeca S.A. Models Arriel 1E2, 1S, and 1S1 Turboshaft Engines, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Proposed Rules, Page 35981, 14 CFR Part 39, Docket No. FAA-2008-0681, Directorate Identifier 2008-NE-13-AD, RIN 2120-AA64, Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).[TEXT] [PDF](The Federal Aviation Administration must receive any comments on this proposed airworthiness directive by July 25, 2008.)


SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes to adopt a new AD for Turbomeca S.A. Models Arriel 1E2, 1S, and 1S1 turboshaft engines. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) issued by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

Turbomeca S.A. has informed EASA of a case of a “red disk” plug that has been actually installed on an engine which has been subsequently released for service operation. This engine experienced an in-service high pressure leak event (at the fuel pump outlet) due to cracking of this “red disk” plug. This leak could lead to in-flight flame-out and/or possibly a fire.

The FAA proposes this AD to prevent fuel leaks, which could result in a fire and possible damage to the helicopter.


Special conditions, Honda Aircraft Company, Model HA-420 HondaJet airplane, fire extinguishing: Special Conditions; Honda Aircraft Company, Model HA-420 HondaJet Airplane; Fire Extinguishing, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Proposed Rules, Page 35979, 14 CFR Part 23, Docket No. CE287, Notice No. 23-08-04-SC, Notice of proposed special conditions.[TEXT] [PDF](Any comments must be received on or before July 25, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) proposes special conditions for the Honda Aircraft Company, Model HA-420 HondaJet airplane. This new airplane has novel and unusual design features not typically associated with normal, utility, acrobatic, and commuter category airplanes. These design features include turbofan





engines and engine location, for which the applicable regulations do not contain adequate or appropriate airworthiness standards. These proposed special conditions contain the additional airworthiness standards that the Administrator considers necessary to establish a level of safety equivalent to that established by the existing airworthiness standards.


FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (FMCSA) Medical certification requirements as part of the commercial driver's license, availability of supplemental document: Medical Certification Requirements as Part of the Commercial Driver's License; Availability of Supplemental Document, Federal Register, June 27, 2008, Volume 73, Number 125, Proposed Rules, Page 36489, 49 CFR Parts 383, 384, 390, and 391, Docket No. FMCSA-1997-2210, RIN 2126-AA10, Proposed rule, availability of supplemental document.[TEXT] [PDF](Any comments on the document are due by July 28, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA or Agency) advises the public that it is placing in the public docket an additional document that the Agency may rely on in support of a final rule to integrate information regarding the medical certification status of a driver into the commercial driver's license (CDL) process. The FMCSA published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on this matter November 16, 2006. Because the involved state cost analysis document was completed after publication of the NPRM and subsequent public comment period, the Agency now dockets and invites comment on it.


PIPELINE AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SAFETY ADMINISTRATION (PHMSA) Pipeline safety, integrity management program for gas distribution pipelines: Pipeline Safety: Integrity Management Program for Gas Distribution Pipelines, Federal Register, June 25, 2008, Volume 73, Number 123, Proposed Rules, Page 36015, 49 CFR Part 192, Docket No. PHMSA-RSPA-2004-19854, RIN 2137-AE15, Notice of proposed rulemaking.[TEXT] [PDF](Anyone may submit written comments on proposed regulatory changes by September 23, 2008. The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration considers late-filed comments to the extent possible.)

SUMMARY: The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA or Agency) proposes to amend the Federal Pipeline Safety Regulations to require operators of gas distribution pipelines to develop and implement integrity management (IM) programs. These programs are intended to enhance safety by identifying and reducing pipeline integrity risks. The IM programs required by the proposed rule would be similar to those currently required for gas transmission pipelines, but tailored to reflect the differences in and among distribution systems. In accordance with federal law, the proposed rule would require operators to install

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excess flow valves on certain new and replaced residential service lines, subject to feasibility criteria outlined in the rule. Based on the required risk assessments and enhanced controls, the proposed rule also would establish procedures and standards permitting risk-based adjustment of prescribed intervals for leak detection surveys and other fixed-interval requirements in the Agency's existing regulations for gas distribution pipelines. This proposed rule would establish simpler requirements for master meter and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) operators. PHMSA states this reflects the relatively lower risk of these small pipeline systems. This proposal also addresses statutory mandates and recommendations from the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) and stakeholder groups.


SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD (STB) Waybill sample: Waybill Sample, Federal Register, June 26, 2008, Volume 73, Number 124, Proposed Rules, Page 36294, 49 CFR Part 1244, STB Ex Parte No. 385, Sub-No. 6, Proposed rule.[TEXT] [PDF](Any comments are due by July 18, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Surface Transportation Board (Board) proposes to require all carriers that submit carload-waybill-sample information (Waybill Sample) under 49 CFR Part 1244 to report fuel surcharge revenue in a separate waybill field created by the Board for that purpose, beginning with the Waybill Sample filed for January 2009. The Board will revise the waybill-file-record layout to reflect this change.


SELECTED NOTICES

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD (STB) Quarterly rail cost adjustment factor: Quarterly Rail Cost Adjustment Factor, Federal Register, June 23, 2008, Volume 73, Number 121, Notices, Page 35440, STB Ex Parte No. 290 (Sub-No. 5) (2008-3), Approval of rail cost adjustment factor.[TEXT] [PDF](This approval of rail cost adjustment factor is effective July 1, 2008.)

SUMMARY: The Surface Transportation Board (STB or Board) approves the third quarter 2008 rail cost adjustment factor (RCAF) and cost index filed by the Association of American Railroads. The third quarter 2008 RCAF (Unadjusted) is 1.147. The third quarter 2008 RCAF (Adjusted) is 0.527. The third quarter 2008 RCAF-5 is 0.500.------------------------------------------------



