AD 2010-16-09 Airworthiness Directives; BAE Systems (Operations) Limited Model BAe 146-100A and -200A Airplanes

Models named: BAe 146-100A, -200A. 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 and -200A airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers as listed in British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B, Revision 4, dated June 15, 1990.

You are responsible for having the actions required by this AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the actions have already been done. Actions (g) Do the following actions. (1) Within 12 months after the effective date of this AD, modify the airbrake lever detent mechanism, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B, Revision 4, dated June 15, 1990. (2) Modifying the airbrake lever detent mechanism is also acceptable for compliance with paragraph (g)(1) of this AD, if done before the effective date of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B, Revision 3, dated August 1, 1989. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: While European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) AD 2009-0206, dated September 30, 2009, considers Revision 0, 1, or 2 of British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B as an acceptable method of compliance, this AD does not. However, operators may request approval of an alternative method of compliance in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (h)(1) of this AD. Other FAA AD Provisions (h) 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. (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 (i) Refer to MCAI EASA Airworthiness Directive 2009-0206, dated September 30, 2009; and British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B, Revision 4, dated June 15, 1990; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (j) You must use British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B, Revision 4, dated June 15, 1990, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. British Aerospace 146 Modification Service Bulletin 27-73-00889A&B, Revision 4, contains the following effective pages:   Page No. Revision level shown on page Date shown on page 1, 3-4, 7, 15-16, 19 4 June 15, 1990. 2 3 August 1, 1989. 5, 8-12, 17-18, 20 1 August 10, 1988. 6, 13-14 2 June 27, 1989. (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 (Operations) Limited, Customer Information Department, Prestwick International Airport, Ayrshire, KA9 2RW, Scotland, United Kingdom; telephone +44 1292 675207; fax +44 1292 675704; e-mail RApublications@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. (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 28, 2010. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2010-19329 Filed 8-12-10; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P