Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD):
2019-19-08 Bombardier, Inc.: Amendment 39-19744; Docket No. FAA- 2019-0436; Product Identifier 2019-NM-014-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective December 17, 2019.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Bombardier, Inc., airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in paragraphs (c)(1) through (4) of this AD.
(1) Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, serial numbers 7003 and subsequent.
(2) Model CL-600-2C10 (Regional Jet Series 700, 701 & 702) airplanes, serial numbers 10002 through 10999 inclusive.
(3) Model CL-600-2D15 (Regional Jet Series 705) and CL-600-2D24 (Regional Jet Series 900) airplanes, serial numbers 15001 through 15990 inclusive.
(4) Model CL-600-2E25 (Regional Jet Series 1000) airplanes, serial numbers 19001 through 19990 inclusive.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight controls.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by reports of power control unit (PCU) rod end fractures due to pitting corrosion. The FAA is issuing this AD to address this condition, which, if not detected and corrected, could lead to a disconnect between the PCU and the control surface, resulting in potential loss of the control surface function or inadequate flutter suppression.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done.
(g) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision for Certain Airplanes Operating Under the Low Utilization MaintenanceProgram (LUMP)
(1) For Model CL-600-2B19 airplanes operating under the LUMP: Within 90 days after the effective date of this AD, revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate the information specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) through (vi) of this AD. The initial compliance time for accomplishing the actions is within 90 days after the effective date of this AD; or within the applicable interval specified in Section 3--Systems and Powerplant Program, of the Bombardier Model CL-600- 2B19 Series 100/200/440 Maintenance Planning Manual, Low Utilization Maintenance Program (MRLUMP-001), CSP A-054-009, Revision 37, dated July 10, 2018 (``MRLUMP-001, Revision 37''); or Section 3--Systems and Powerplant Program, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 Series 100/200/440 Maintenance
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Planning Manual, Low Utilization Maintenance Program (MRLUMP-002), CSP A-054-060, Revision 37, dated July 10, 2018 (``MRLUMP-002, Revision 37''), after the effective date of this AD; whichever occurs later.
(i) Task 27-20-00-13, Operational Check of the Rudder Control System, of MRLUMP-001, Revision 37.
(ii) Task 27-23-01-01, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, of MRLUMP-001, Revision 37.
(iii) Task 27-31-00-05, Operational Check of the Elevator Control System, of MRLUMP-001, Revision 37.
(iv) Task 27-20-00-13, Operational Test of the Rudder Control System, of MRLUMP-002, Revision 37.
(v) Task 27-23-01-01, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, of MRLUMP-002, Revision 37.
(vi) Task 27-31-00-05, Operational Test of the Elevator Control System, of MRLUMP-002, Revision 37.
(2) For Model CL-600-2C10 airplanes having serial numbers 10004, 10040, 10043, 10052, 10100, 10164, 10183, 10187, 10204, 10206, 10217, 10247, 10289, 10332, and 10343 operating under the LUMP; and Model CL-600-2D15 and CL-600-2D24 airplanes having serial numbers 15158, 15278, and 15370 operating under the LUMP: Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate the information specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) through (iii) of this AD. The initial compliance time for accomplishing the actions is within 30 days after the effective date of this AD; or within the applicable interval specified in Section 3--Systems/Power Plant Tasks, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, Series 700/ 705/900 Maintenance Planning Manual, Low Utilization Maintenance Program (LUMP), CSP BC-116, Revision 15, dated May 25, 2017 (``LUMP, Revision 15''), after the effective date of this AD; whichever occurs later.
(i) Task 27-20-00-106, Operational Test of the Rudder PCUs (Duplicate CMR 27-20-00-106), of LUMP, Revision 15.
(ii) Task 273000-207, Operational Test of the Elevator Power- Control Units (PCUs), of LUMP, Revision 15.
(iii) Task 273000-215, Detailed Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, of LUMP, Revision 15.
(h) Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision for Certain Airplanes That Are Not Operating Under the LUMP
For Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 airplanes that are not operating under the LUMP: Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, revise the existing maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate the information specified in task 273000-207, Operational Check of each Elevator PCU, of Subject 1-27, of Section 1, Systems and Powerplant Program, Volume 1 of Part 1, Maintenance Review Board Report, Revision 18, dated July 25, 2018, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600- 2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 Series 700/705/900/1000 Maintenance Requirements Manual, CSP B-053, (``CSP B-053, Revision 18''). The initial compliance time for accomplishing the actions is within 30 days after the effective date of this AD; or within the applicable interval specified in CSP B-053, Revision 18, after the effective date of this AD; whichever occurs later.
(i) No Alternative Actions or Intervals
After the existing maintenance or inspection program has been revised as required by paragraph (g) or (h) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may be used unless the actions and intervals are approved as an alternative method of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (n)(1) of this AD.
(j) First Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End for Certain Airplanes
For Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600-2E25 airplanes that are not operating under the LUMP, and that have accumulated less than 6,000 total flight hours as of the effective date of this AD: Within the compliance time specified in figure 1 to paragraph (j) of this AD, perform a detailed inspection for pitting and corrosion of the left and right rod ends of the elevator PCUs and to make sure that the spherical ball and inner race of the rod ends move freely, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with paragraph 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-27-074, dated June 22, 2017. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. [GRAPHIC] [TIFF OMITTED] TR12NO19.130
(k) Second Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End for Certain Airplanes
(1) For Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, and CL-600- 2E25 airplanes that are not operating under the LUMP, and that have accumulated 2,600 total flight hours or less at the time of the inspection required by paragraph (j) of this AD: Before the accumulation of 3,400 total flight hours, perform an additional detailed inspection for pitting and corrosion of the left and right rod ends of the elevator PCUs and to make sure that the spherical ball and inner race of the rod ends move freely, and do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with paragraph 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-27-074, dated June 22, 2017. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight.
(2) For airplanes that have accumulated more than 2,600 total flight hours at the time of the inspection required by paragraph (j) of this AD: A second inspection is not required.
(l) No Inspection for Certain Airplanes
The requirements of paragraphs (j) and (k) of this AD are not applicable to airplanes that have accumulated 6,000 total flight hours or more as of the effective date of this AD.
(m) Service Information Prohibition for Certain Airplanes
For all Model CL-600-2B19 airplanes: After 30 days from the effective date of this AD, this AD prohibits the use of the aircraft maintenance manual (AMM) tasks specified in paragraphs (m)(1) through (3) of this AD.
(1) Task 10-12-00-550-804, Short-Term Storage Return-to-Service Maintenance Checks, of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 Series 100/200/440 AMM, CSP A-001, Revision 55, dated April 10, 2017, or earlier revisions of this task.
(2) Task 27-23-01-220-801, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, of the Bombardier CL-600-
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2B19 Series 100/200/440 AMM, CSP A-001, Revision 54, dated October 10, 2016, or earlier revisions of this task.
(3) Task 27-33-01-220-801, Detailed Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball, of the Bombardier CL-600-2B19 Series 100/200/440 AMM, CSP A-001, Revision 54, dated October 10, 2016, or earlier revisions of this task.
(n) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information directly to the manager of the certification office, send it to ATTN: Program Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7300; fax 516-794-5531. Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the local flight standards district office/certificate holding district office.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, New York ACO Branch, FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.'s TCCA Design Approval Organization (DAO). If approved by the DAO, the approval must include the DAO-authorized signature.
(o) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian AD CF-2018-29, dated November 2, 2018, for related information, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2019-0436.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Darren Gassetto, Aerospace Engineer, Mechanical Systems and Admin Services Section, FAA, New York ACO Branch, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone 516-228-7323; fax 516-794-5531; email 9-avs-nyaco-cos@faa.gov.
(p) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA-27-074, dated June 22, 2017.
(ii) Section 3--Systems and Powerplant Program, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 Series 100/200/440Maintenance Planning Manual, Low Utilization Maintenance Program (MRLUMP-001), CSP A-054- 009, Revision 37, dated July 10, 2018.
(A) Task 27-20-00-13, Operational Check of the Rudder Control System.
(B) Task 27-23-01-01, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball.
(C) Task 27-31-00-05, Operational Check of the Elevator Control System.
(iii) Section 3--Systems and Powerplant Program, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 Series 100/200/440 Maintenance Planning Manual, Low Utilization Maintenance Program (MRLUMP-002), CSP A-054- 060, Revision 37, dated July 10, 2018.
(A) Task 27-20-00-13, Operational Test of the Rudder Control System.
(B) Task 27-23-01-01, Detailed Inspection of the Rudder PCU Rod End Spherical Ball.
(C) Task 27-31-00-05, Operational Test of the Elevator Control System.
(iv) Section 3--Systems/Power Plant Tasks, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600-2D24, Series 700/705/900 Maintenance Planning Manual, Low Utilization Maintenance Program (LUMP), CSP BC-116, Revision 15, dated May 25, 2017.
(A) Task 27-20-00-106, Operational Test of the Rudder PCUs (Duplicate CMR 27-20-00-106).
(B) Task 273000-207, Operational Test of the Elevator Power- Control Units (PCUs).
(C) Task 273000-215, Detailed Inspection of the Elevator PCU Rod End Spherical Ball.
(v) Task 273000-207, Operational Check of each Elevator PCU, of Subject 1-27, of Section 1, Systems and Powerplant Program, Volume 1 of Part 1, Maintenance Review Board Report, Revision 18, dated July 25, 2018, of the Bombardier Model CL-600-2C10, CL-600-2D15, CL-600- 2D24, and CL-600-2E25 Series 700/705/900/1000 Maintenance Requirements Manual, CSP B-053.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 C[ocirc]te-Vertu Road West, Dorval, Qu[eacute]bec H4S 1Y9, Canada; Widebody Customer Response Center North America toll-free telephone 1-866-538-1247 or direct-dial telephone 1-514-855-2999; fax 514-855-7401;email ac.yul@aero.bombardier.com; internet http://www.bombardier.com.
(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195.
(5) You may view this 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, email fedreg.legal@nara.gov, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.