AD 2004-01-06 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Model F.28 Mark 0070 and 0100 Series Airplanes

Models named: F.28 Mark 0070, 0100 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

Model F.28 Mark 0070 and 0100 series airplanes, having serial numbers 11244 through 11585 inclusive; certificated in any category.

Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent restricted movement of the rudder pedal due to a loose pedestal side cover causing interference, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane, accomplish the following: Inspection and Corrective Actions (a) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, do a one-time general visual inspection of the left and right sides of the pedestal side cover adjacent to the rudder pedal on the cockpit floor for proper installation of the attachment brackets, in accordance with Part 1 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25-092, dated February 4, 2002. Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a general visual inspection is defined as: “A visual examination of an interior or exterior area, installation, or assembly to detect obvious damage, failure, or irregularity. This level of inspection is made from within touching distance unless otherwise specified. A mirror may be necessary to enhance visual access to all exposed surfaces in the inspection area. This level of inspection is made under normally available lighting conditions such as daylight, hangar lighting, flashlight, or droplight and may require removal or opening of access panels or doors. Stands, ladders, or platforms may be required to gain proximity to the area being checked.” (1) If both brackets are present and the pedestal side cover is properly installed, no further action is required by this AD. (2) If one or both brackets are missing, or the pedestal side cover is improperly installed, before further flight, accomplish all of the applicable corrective actions in accordance with Part 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of the service bulletin. Alternative Methods of Compliance (b) In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, is authorized to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD. Incorporation by Reference (c) The actions shall be done in accordance with Fokker Service Bulletin SBF100-25-092, dated February 4, 2002. 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 Fokker Services B.V., P.O. Box 231, 2150 AE Nieuw-Vennep, the Netherlands. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington, DC. Note 2: The subject of this AD is addressed in Dutch airworthiness directive 2002-111, dated July 31, 2002. Effective Date (d) This amendment becomes effective on February 13, 2004. Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 29, 2003. Ali Bahrami, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 04-127 Filed 1-8-04; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P