AD 2010-11-14 Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW Airplanes

Models named: ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, -200 IGW. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to all Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes, certificated in any category. Note 1: This AD requires revisions to certain operator maintenance documents to include new inspections. Compliance with these inspections is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the areas addressed by these inspections, the operator may not be able to accomplish the inspections described in the revisions. In this situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance according to paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. The request should include a description of changes to the required inspections that will ensure the continued operational safety of the airplane.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the ALS of the ICA to include the tasks specified in Table 1 of this AD. These tasks are identified in EMBRAER Temporary Revision (TR) 2-5, dated December 6, 2007; and EMBRAER TR 2-6, dated February 12, 2008; to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 Maintenance Review Board Report (MRBR) MRB-1928. Note 2: The actions required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD may be done by inserting a copy of EMBRAER TR 2-5 and TR 2-6 into the ALS of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928. When these TRs have been included in general revisions of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928, the general revisions may be inserted in the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928, provided the relevant information in the general revision is identical to that in EMBRAER TR 2-5 and TR 2-6, and these TRs may be removed. (2) The initial compliance times for the tasks specified in EMBRAER TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007; and EMBRAER TR 2-6, dated February 12, 2008; to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928; start at the later of the times specified in paragraphs (f)(2)(i) and (f)(2)(ii) of this AD. For certain tasks, the compliance times depend on the pre-modification and post-modification condition of the associated service bulletin, as specified in the “Applicability” column of these TRs. (i) Within the applicable threshold times specified in these TRs. (ii) At the applicable compliance time specified in Table 1 of this AD. Table 1—MRBR TRs and Tasks, With Compliance Times EMBRAER MRBR TR Subject MRBR task No. Compliance time TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing stub main box lower skin and splices—internal 57-01-002-0002 250 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing stub spar 3—internal/external 57-01-008-0003 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing stub spar 3—external 57-01-008-0004 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing lower skin panel stringers—internal 57-10-007-0004 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing main box rib 11—internal 57-10-012-0003 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-6, dated December 12, 2008 Nose landing gear wheel well metallic structure 53-10-021-0004 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. (iii) Thereafter, except as provided in paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative replacement times or structural inspection intervals may be approved for these tasks. FAA AD Differences Note 3: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: Although the MCAI specifies both revising the airworthiness limitations and doing repetitive inspections, this AD only specifies the revision. Requiring revision of the airworthiness limitations, rather than requiring individual repetitive inspections, is advantageous for operators because it allows them to record AD compliance status only at the time that they make the revision, rather than after every inspection. It also has the advantage of keeping all airworthiness limitations, whether imposed by original certification or by AD, in one place within the operator's maintenance program, thereby reducing the risk of non-compliance because of oversight or confusion. 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: Kenny Kaulia, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2848; 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 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ), 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 MCAI Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2009-04-02, effective April 29, 2009; and EMBRAER TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007, and EMBRAER TR 2-6, dated February 12, 2008, to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use EMBRAER Temporary Revision 2-5, dated December 6, 2007; and EMBRAER Temporary Revision 2-6, dated February 12, 2008; to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 Maintenance Review Board Report MRB-1928; 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 Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER), Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170—Putim—12227-901 São Jose dos Campos—SP—BRASIL; telephone: +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax: +55 12 3927-7546; e-mail: distrib@embraer.com.br; Internet: http://www.flyembraer.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. (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 May 13, 2010. John Piccola, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-12678 Filed 5-28-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the ALS of the ICA to include the tasks specified in Table 1 of this AD. These tasks are identified in EMBRAER Temporary Revision (TR) 2-5, dated December 6, 2007; and EMBRAER TR 2-6, dated February 12, 2008; to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 Maintenance Review Board Report (MRBR) MRB-1928. Note 2: The actions required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD may be done by inserting a copy of EMBRAER TR 2-5 and TR 2-6 into the ALS of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928. When these TRs have been included in general revisions of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928, the general revisions may be inserted in the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928, provided the relevant information in the general revision is identical to that in EMBRAER TR 2-5 and TR 2-6, and these TRs may be removed. (2) The initial compliance times for the tasks specified in EMBRAER TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007; and EMBRAER TR 2-6, dated February 12, 2008; to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928; start at the later of the times specified in paragraphs (f)(2)(i) and (f)(2)(ii) of this AD. For certain tasks, the compliance times depend on the pre-modification and post-modification condition of the associated service bulletin, as specified in the “Applicability” column of these TRs. (i) Within the applicable threshold times specified in these TRs. (ii) At the applicable compliance time specified in Table 1 of this AD. Table 1—MRBR TRs and Tasks, With Compliance Times EMBRAER MRBR TR Subject MRBR task No. Compliance time TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing stub main box lower skin and splices—internal 57-01-002-0002 250 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing stub spar 3—internal/external 57-01-008-0003 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing stub spar 3—external 57-01-008-0004 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing lower skin panel stringers—internal 57-10-007-0004 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007 Wing main box rib 11—internal 57-10-012-0003 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. TR 2-6, dated December 12, 2008 Nose landing gear wheel well metallic structure 53-10-021-0004 500 flight cycles after effective date of this AD. (iii) Thereafter, except as provided in paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative replacement times or structural inspection intervals may be approved for these tasks. FAA AD Differences Note 3: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: Although the MCAI specifies both revising the airworthiness limitations and doing repetitive inspections, this AD only specifies the revision. Requiring revision of the airworthiness limitations, rather than requiring individual repetitive inspections, is advantageous for operators because it allows them to record AD compliance status only at the time that they make the revision, rather than after every inspection. It also has the advantage of keeping all airworthiness limitations, whether imposed by original certification or by AD, in one place within the operator's maintenance program, thereby reducing the risk of non-compliance because of oversight or confusion. 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: Kenny Kaulia, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-2848; 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 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq. ), 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 MCAI Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 2009-04-02, effective April 29, 2009; and EMBRAER TR 2-5, dated December 6, 2007, and EMBRAER TR 2-6, dated February 12, 2008, to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 MRBR MRB-1928; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use EMBRAER Temporary Revision 2-5, dated December 6, 2007; and EMBRAER Temporary Revision 2-6, dated February 12, 2008; to Appendix A, Part 2, Airworthiness Limitation Inspections (ALI)—Structures, of the EMBRAER 190 Maintenance Review Board Report MRB-1928; 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 Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER), Technical Publications Section (PC 060), Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima, 2170—Putim—12227-901 São Jose dos Campos—SP—BRASIL; telephone: +55 12 3927-5852 or +55 12 3309-0732; fax: +55 12 3927-7546; e-mail: distrib@embraer.com.br; Internet: http://www.flyembraer.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. (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 May 13, 2010. John Piccola, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-12678 Filed 5-28-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P