AD 2009-16-05 Airworthiness Directives; Fokker Model F.27 Mark 050 Airplanes

Models named: F.27 Mark 050. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Fokker Model F.27 Mark 050 airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers, if in a post Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-030 configuration.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect the clearance between the flap mechanical drive nut and the up-and-down-stop, and before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008. (2) If, during accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, abutments marks are found, or when the up-and-down-stop touches the drive nut after a full up or down selection in the hydraulic mode, before further flight, do a non-destructive inspection for cracking, in accordance with Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008. If any cracking is found, before further flight, replace the part with a serviceable part. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1137; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2009-0047, dated March 2, 2009; Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 231, 2150 AE Nieuw-Vennep, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)252-627-350; fax +31 (0)252-627-211; e-mail technicalservices.fokkerservices@stork.com ; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com . (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 24, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-18417 Filed 8-4-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, inspect the clearance between the flap mechanical drive nut and the up-and-down-stop, and before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008. (2) If, during accomplishment of the actions required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, abutments marks are found, or when the up-and-down-stop touches the drive nut after a full up or down selection in the hydraulic mode, before further flight, do a non-destructive inspection for cracking, in accordance with Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008. If any cracking is found, before further flight, replace the part with a serviceable part. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Send information to ATTN: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1137; fax (425) 227-1149. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards District Office. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority (or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product is airworthy before it is returned to service. (3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (h) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2009-0047, dated March 2, 2009; Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Fokker Service Bulletin SBF50-27-043, dated November 17, 2008, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Fokker Services B.V., Technical Services Dept., P.O. Box 231, 2150 AE Nieuw-Vennep, the Netherlands; telephone +31 (0)252-627-350; fax +31 (0)252-627-211; e-mail technicalservices.fokkerservices@stork.com ; Internet http://www.myfokkerfleet.com . (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, Washington. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221 or 425-227-1152. (4) You may also review copies of the service information that is incorporated by reference 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on July 24, 2009. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-18417 Filed 8-4-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P