AD 2004-14-04 Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 Series Airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ Series Airplanes

Models named: BAe 146 series, Avro 146-RJ series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

All Model BAe 146 series airplanes and Model Avro 146-RJ series airplanes, certificated in any category.

Required as indicated, unless accomplished previously. To prevent possible failure of the fuel quantity indication (FQI) system, which could cause the flightcrew to act on misleading information and possibly lead to in-flight fuel exhaustion, accomplish the following: Inspection and Corrective Actions (a) Within 2 months after the effective date of this AD, perform a detailed inspection of the wiring of the FQI system for chafing, and do any applicable corrective actions prior to further flight, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin 28-030, dated February 21, 2003. Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is defined as: “An intensive visual examination of a specific structural area, system, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at intensity deemed appropriate by the inspector. Inspection aids such as mirror, magnifying lenses, etc. , may be used. Surface cleaning and elaborate access procedures may be required.” No Reporting Requirement (b) Although BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin 28-030, dated February 21, 2003, describes procedures for reporting inspection findings to the manufacturer, this AD does not require that action. Alternative Methods of Compliance (c) In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, is authorized to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD. Incorporation by Reference (d) The actions shall be done in accordance with BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin 28-030, dated February 21, 2003. 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 British Aerospace Regional Aircraft American Support, 13850 Mclearen Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Note 2: The subject of this AD is addressed in British airworthiness directive 007-02-2003, dated May 2003. Effective Date (e) This amendment becomes effective on August 13, 2004. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 29, 2004. Kalene C. Yanamura, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 04-15375 Filed 7-8-04; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P