AD 2005-13-04 Airworthiness Directives; Avcraft Dornier Model 328-100 and -300 Airplanes

Models named: 328-100 series, 328-300 series. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to AvCraft Dornier Model 328-100 series airplanes having serial numbers 3005 through 3119 inclusive, and AvCraft Dornier Model 328-300 series airplanes without option 033F003 “Extended Range” installed; certificated in any category.

You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Initial Pressure Test (f) Within 4 months after the effective date of this AD: Perform an initial pressure test and any applicable related investigative and corrective actions in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Avcraft Service Bulletin SB-328-53-462, Revision 1, dated July 15, 2004 (for Model 328-100 series airplanes); or SB-328J-53-214, Revision 1, dated July 15, 2004 (for Model 328-300 series airplanes); as applicable. Do any applicable related investigative or corrective action before further flight. Detailed Inspection (g) After doing the pressure test required by paragraph (f) of this AD, but not later than 24 months after the effective date of this AD: Perform a detailed inspection and related investigative and corrective actions, in accordance with Part 2 of the Accomplishment Instructions of Avcraft Service Bulletin SB-328-53-462, Revision 1, dated July 15, 2004; or SB-328J-53-214, Revision 1, dated July 15, 2004; as applicable. Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is: “An intensive examination of a specific item, installation, or assembly to detect damage, failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at an intensity deemed appropriate. Inspection aids such as mirror, magnifying lenses, etc., may be necessary. Surface cleaning and elaborate procedures may be required.” Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (h) The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested in accordance with the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Related Information (i) German airworthiness directives D-2004-448 and D-2004-449, both effective October 14, 2004, also address the subject of this AD. Material Incorporated by Reference (j) You must use Avcraft Dornier Service Bulletin SB-328-53-462, Revision 1, dated July 15, 2004; or Avcraft Dornier Service Bulletin SB-328J-53-214, Revision 1, dated July 15, 2004; as applicable, to perform the actions that are required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. The Director of the Federal Register approves the incorporation by reference of these documents in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. To get copies of the service information, contact AvCraft Aerospace GmbH, P.O. Box 1103, D-82230 Wessling, Germany. To view the AD docket, go to the Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW., room PL-401, Nassif Building, Washington, DC. To review copies of the service information, go to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at the NARA, call (202) 741-6030, or go to http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 10, 2005. Michael J. Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 05-12003 Filed 6-20-05; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

This AD was prompted by a report of leakage at one of the drain lines in the fuselage. We are issuing this AD to prevent blockage within the drain lines, causing fluids to collect. These fluids may freeze and expand, damaging the drain lines, and allowing fuel to leak into the cabin and fuel vapors to come into contact with ignition sources, which could result in consequent fire in the cabin.