AD 2000-15-10 Airworthiness Directives; McCauley Propeller Model 4HFR34C653/L106FA-0

Makes named: mccauley. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

McCauley Propeller Systems 4HFR34C653/L106FA-0 model propellers that are installed on Jetstream series 3200 airplanes; and 4HFR34C653/L106FA-0 model propellers installed on Ayres S2R-G5 and S2R-G10 airplanes, if the propeller was previously installed on Jetstream Series 3200 airplanes, or if the installation history of the propeller is unknown. Note 1: This airworthiness directive (AD) applies to each propeller identified in the preceding applicability provision, regardless of whether it has been modified, altered, or repaired in the area subject to the requirements of this AD. For propellers that have been modified, altered, or repaired so that the performance of the requirements of this AD is affected, the owner/operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance in accordance with paragraph (d) of this AD. The request should include an assessment of the effect of the modification, alteration, or repair on the unsafe condition addressed by this AD; and, if the unsafe condition has not been eliminated, the request should include specific proposed actions to address it.

Compliance with the requirements of this AD is required within 200 flight hours after the effective date of this AD or within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs earlier, and, thereafter, every 600 flight hours after the last inspection. To prevent failure of the propeller blade, which can result in loss of control of the airplane, perform EITHER of the following inspections: Eddy Current Inspection (a) Do initial and repetitive eddy current inspections of the camber side of the propeller blade in accordance with McCauley Propeller Systems Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) 234 as follows: (1) Inspect in accordance with Section I, Eddy Current Inspection, paragraph 1.a. through Section I, Part I, paragraph l. (2) Evaluate suspect indications in accordance with Section I, Part II, Evaluation of Suspect Indications, paragraph a. through paragraph g. Dye Penetrant Inspection (b) Or, remove the propeller, and perform initial and repetitive dye penetrant inspections of the camber side of the propeller blade in accordance with ASB 234, Section II, Dye Penetrant Inspection, paragraph a. through paragraph f. Personnel Requirements (c) Individuals performing inspections defined in paragraph (a) and paragraph (b) of this AD must have a specialized rating in the applicable inspection method. Personnel must be qualified and certified to the minimum recommended requirements of “Level II” as described in Aerospace Industries Standard —NAS 410 or the equivalent national or international standard. Alternative Methods of Compliance (d) An alternative method of compliance or adjustment of the compliance time that provides an acceptable level of safety may be used if approved by the Manager, Chicago Aircraft Certification Office (CHIACO). Operators shall submit their requests through an appropriate FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector, who may add comments and then send it to the Manager, CHIACO. Note 2: Information concerning the existence of approved alternative methods of compliance with this airworthiness directive, if any, may be obtained from the CHIACO. Special Flight Permits (e) Special flight permits may be issued in accordance with sections 21.197 and 21.199 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR 21.197 and 21.199) to operate the aircraft to a location where the requirements of this AD can be accomplished. Incorporation by Reference (f) The inspection must be done in accordance with McCauley Alert Service Bulletin 234, dated May 1, 2000. This incorporation by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Copies may be obtained from McCauley Propeller Systems, A Textron Company, 3535 McCauley Drive, Vandella, Ohio 45377. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, New England Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 12 New England Executive Park, Burlington, MA; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC. Effective Date of This AD (g) This amendment becomes effective on August 23, 2000. Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on July 28, 2000. David A. Downey, Assistant Manager, Engine and Propeller Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 00-19665 Filed 8-7-00; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P