AD 2010-02-11 Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146 and Avro 146-RJ Airplanes

Models named: BAe 146-100A, -200A, -300A series, Avro 146-RJ70A, 146-RJ85A, 146-RJ100A. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146-100A, -200A, and -300A series airplanes; and BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Model Avro 146-RJ70A, 146-RJ85A, and 146-RJ100A airplanes; certificated in any category; all serial numbers.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed inspection for discrepancies of the frame 29 wing-to-fuselage attachment lug plate joint, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008. 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.” (2) Repeat the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD thereafter at intervals not to exceed 48 months. (3) During any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, if it is not possible to replace a removed bolt with another bolt having the same part number as a replacement item, before further flight, contact BAE SYSTEMS to replace the removed bolt with an alternative bolt and do the approved BAE SYSTEMS repair. (4) If during any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, any discrepancy is found, before further flight, repair in accordance with paragraph 2.C. of the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008. (5) Although BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008, specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. FAA AD Differences Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: Although BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008; and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2009-0046, dated March 2, 2009; specify to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. 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: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1175; 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. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0046, dated March 2, 2009; and BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 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 BAE Systems Regional Aircraft, 13850 McLearen Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171; telephone 703-736-1080; e-mail raebusiness@baesystems.com; Internet http://www.baesystems.com/Businesses/RegionalAircraft/index.htm. (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 January 14, 2010. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-1283 Filed 1-27-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed inspection for discrepancies of the frame 29 wing-to-fuselage attachment lug plate joint, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008. 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.” (2) Repeat the inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD thereafter at intervals not to exceed 48 months. (3) During any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, if it is not possible to replace a removed bolt with another bolt having the same part number as a replacement item, before further flight, contact BAE SYSTEMS to replace the removed bolt with an alternative bolt and do the approved BAE SYSTEMS repair. (4) If during any inspection required by paragraph (f)(1) or (f)(2) of this AD, any discrepancy is found, before further flight, repair in accordance with paragraph 2.C. of the Accomplishment Instructions of BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008. (5) Although BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008, specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. FAA AD Differences Note 2: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: Although BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008; and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2009-0046, dated March 2, 2009; specify to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. 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: Todd Thompson, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1175; 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. Related Information (h) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0046, dated March 2, 2009; and BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use BAE SYSTEMS (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin ISB.53-213, dated May 21, 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 BAE Systems Regional Aircraft, 13850 McLearen Road, Herndon, Virginia 20171; telephone 703-736-1080; e-mail raebusiness@baesystems.com; Internet http://www.baesystems.com/Businesses/RegionalAircraft/index.htm. (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 January 14, 2010. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-1283 Filed 1-27-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P