Federal Register: January 19, 2005 (Volume 70, Number 11)
DOCID: FR Doc 05-832
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
CFR Citation: 14 CFR Part 39
Docket ID: [Docket No. FAA-2004-18743; Directorate Identifier 2004-CE-23-AD; Amendment 39-13944; AD 2005-01-19]
RIN ID: RIN 2120-AA64
NOTICE: RULES
ACTION: Airworthiness directives:
DOCUMENT ACTION: Final rule.
SUBJECT CATEGORY:
Airworthiness Directives; GARMIN International Inc. GTX 33, GTX 33D, GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S Transponders
DATES: This AD becomes effective on February 23, 2005.
As of February 23, 2005, the Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in the regulation.
DOCUMENT SUMMARY:
The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) to supersede Airworthiness Directive 20041015, which applies to certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes. AD 20041015 currently requires you to install GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05. This AD applies to certain GTX 33, GTX 33D, GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes and is the result of observations that the GTX 33/33D/330/330D may detect, from other airplanes, the S1 (suppression) interrogating pulse below the minimum trigger level (MTL) and, in some circumstances, not reply. The GTX 33/33D/330/330D should still reply even if it detects S1 interrogating pulses below the MTL. Consequently, this AD would require you to install a GTX 33/33D/330/ 330D Software Upgrade to at least Version 3.06. No additional action is necessary for those airplanes that have transponders Software Upgrade 3.03 installed. Software Upgrade Versions 3.03 and 3.06 correct a TAS, TCAD, and TCAS I system ``whispershout'' problem that could potentially lead to the aircraft not being visible at certain ranges. TCAS II systems are not affected. We are issuing this AD to prevent interrogating aircraft from possibly receiving inaccurate replies due to suppression from aircraft equipped with the GTX 33/33D/330/330D Mode S transponders when the pulses are below the MTL. The inaccurate replies could result in reduced vertical separation.
SUMMARY:
GARMIN International Inc.,
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Discussion
What events have caused this AD? The GTX 330/GTX 330D may detect from other aircraft the S1 (suppression) interrogating pulse below the MTL and, in some circumstances, does not reply. The GTX 330/330D should still reply even if it detects S1 interrogating pulses below the MTL, and this caused FAA to issue AD 20041015, Amendment 3913645 (69 FR 29212, dated May 21, 2004). AD 20041015 currently requires the incorporation of GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade to at least Version, 3.03, 3.04, or 3.05 on certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes.
What has happened since AD 20041015 to initiate this action? After the issuance of AD 20041015, GARMIN International Inc. discovered that minor changes made to GTX 330/330D Software Upgrades 3.04 and 3.05 inadvertently removed the correction to not suppress the S1 pulse below MTL. Garmin also discovered the Software Upgrade must be installed on GTX 33 and GTX 33D Mode S transponders as well as the GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders.
What is the potential impact if FAA took no action? If these changes are not incorporated, then interrogating aircraft could possibly receive inaccurate replies due to suppression from aircraft equipped with the GTX 33/33D/330/330D Mode S transponders when the pulses are below the MTL. Software Upgrade Version 3.03 and 3.06 correct a TAS, TCAD, and TCAS I system ``whispershout'' problem that could potentially lead to the aircraft not being visible at certain ranges. TCAS II systems are not affected. The inaccurate replies could result in reduced vertical separation.
Has FAA taken any action to this point? We issued a proposal to amend part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) to include an AD that would apply to certain GTX 330 and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that are installed on airplanes. This proposal was published in the Federal Register as a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on October 7, 2004 (69 FR 60100). The NPRM proposed to require you to install GTX 33/33D/330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03 or 3.06.
Comments
Was the public invited to comment? We provided the public the
opportunity to participate in developing this AD. The following
presents the comments received on the proposal and FAA's response to each comment:
Comment Issue: Direct the AD Only to Those Products That Have the Old SW Versions 3.00, 3.01, 3.02, 3.04, and 3.05
What is the commenter's concern? The NPRM currently requires installation of GTX 330/330D Software Upgrade Version 3.03 or 3.06 to comply with the proposed AD, or later Software Versions by way of an AMOC. The commenter would like to direct the AD only to those products that have the old software versions 3.00, 3.01, 3.02, 3.04, and 3.05 installed; so that if the new software version 3.06 or later is installed the AD does not affect that product. The AD should not apply to future software versions.
What is FAA's response to the concern? We concur. This was the intent of the NPRM, and we have reworded the AD to reflect this comment.
Conclusion
What is FAA's final determination on this issue? We have carefully
reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD as proposed except for the
changes discussed above and minor editorial corrections. We have determined that these changes and minor corrections:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
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Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM.
Docket Information
Where can I go to view the docket information? You may view the AD docket that contains information relating to this subject in person at the DMS Docket Offices between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. (eastern standard time), Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The Docket Office (telephone 18006475227) is located on the plaza level of the Department of Transportation NASSIF Building at the street address stated in ADDRESSES. You may also view the AD docket on the Internet at http://dms.dot.gov. Changes to 14 CFR Part 39Effect on the AD
How does the revision to 14 CFR part 39 affect this AD? On July 10, 2002, the FAA published a new version of 14 CFR part 39 (67 FR 47997, July 22, 2002), which governs the FAA's AD system. This regulation now includes material that relates to altered products, special flight permits, and alternative methods of compliance. This material previously was included in each individual AD. Since this material is included in 14 CFR part 39, we will not include it in future AD actions.
Costs of Compliance
How many airplanes does this AD impact? We estimate that this AD affects 5,400 airplanes in the U.S. registry.
What is the cost impact of this AD on owners/operators of the affected airplanes? Garmin International Inc. will provide warranty only for Service Bulletin No. 0409, dated July 19, 2004 (which incorporates Software Upgrade 3.06) installation as specified in the service information. Although Software Upgrade 3.03 is still in compliance with this proposed AD, if previously installed, Software Upgrade 3.03 is no longer available through Garmin.
Authority for This Rulemaking
What authority does FAA have for issuing this rulemaking action? Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Section 106 describes the authority of the FAA Administrator. Subtitle VII, Aviation Programs, describes in more detail the scope of the agency's authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701, ``General requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this AD. Regulatory Findings
Will this AD impact various entities? We have determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government.
Will this AD involve a significant rule or regulatory action? For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and
3. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
We prepared a summary of the costs to comply with this AD and placed it in the AD Docket. You may get a copy of this summary by sending a request to us at the address listed under ADDRESSES. Include ``Docket No. FAA200418743; Directorate Identifier 2004CE23AD'' in your request.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the Federal Aviation Administration amends part 39 of the Federal Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) as follows:
PART 39AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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]
2. FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by removing AD 20041015, Amendment 3913645 and adding a new AD to read as follows:
20050119 GARMIN International Inc.: Amendment 3913944; Docket No. FAA200418743; Directorate Identifier 2004CE23AD.
When Does This AD Become Effective?
(a) This AD becomes effective on February 23, 2005.
What Other ADs Are Affected by This Action?
(b) This AD supersedes AD 20041015, Amendment 3913645.
What Airplanes Are Affected by This AD?
(c) This AD affects GARMIN International Inc. GTX 33, GTX 33D,
GTX 330, and GTX 330D Mode S transponders that include software
versions 3.00, 3.01, 3.02, 3.04, or 3.05 that are installed on, but
not limited to, the following airplanes, certificated in any category:
Manufacturer Model
(1) Aermacchi S.p.A.......... S.20518/F, S.20518/R, S.20520/R, S.205
22/R, S208, S.208A, F.260, F.260B,
F.260C, F.260D, F.260E, F.260F, S.211A.
(2) Aeronautica Macchi S.p.A. AL 60, AL 60B, AL 60F5, AL 60C5, AM3.
(3) Aerostar Aircraft PA60600 (Aerostar 600), PA60601
Corporation. (Aerostar 601), PA60601P (Aerostar
601P), PA60602P (Aerostar 602P), PA60
700P (Aerostar 700P), 360, 400.
(4) Alexandria Aircraft, LLC. 1419, 14192, 14193, 14193A, 1730,
1731, 1731TC, 1730A, 1731A, 1731ATC
(5) Alliance Aircraft Group 15A, 20, H250, H295 (USAFU10D), HT
LLC. 295, H391 (USAFYL24), H391B, H395
(USAFL28A or U10B), H395A, H700, H
800, HST550, HST550A (USAF AU24A), 500.
(6) American Champion 402, 7GCA, 7GCB, 7KC, 7GCBA, 7GCAA,
Aircraft Corp. 7GCBC, 7KCAB, 8KCAB, 8GCBC.
(7) Sky International Inc.... A1, A1A, A1B, S1S, S1T, S2, S2A, S 2S, S2C.
(8) BN Group Ltd............ BN2, BN2A, BN2A2, BN2A3, BN2A6,
BN2A8, BN2A8, BN2A20, BN2A21, BN
2A26, BN2A27, BN2B20, BN2B21, BN
2A26, BN2A27, BN2B20, BN2B21, BN
2B26, BN2B27, BN2T, BN2T4R, BN2A
MK.III, BN2A MK. III2, BN2A MK. 1113. (9) Bellanca................. 1413, 14132, 14133, 14133W.
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(10) Bombardier Inc.......... (Otter) DHC3, DHC61, DHC6100, DHC6 200, DHC6300.
(11) Cessna Aircraft Company. 170, 170A, 170B, 172, 172A, 172B, 172C,
172D, 172E, 172F (USAF T41A), 172G,
172H (USAF T041A), 172I, 172K, 172L,
172M, 172N, 172P, 172Q, 172R, 172S,
172RG, P172D, R172E (USAF T41 B) (USAF
T41 C AND D), R172F (USAF T41 D),
R175G, R172H (USAF T41 D), R172J,
R172K, 175, 175A, 175B, 175C, 177, 177A,
177B, 177RG, 180, 180A, 180B, 180C,
180D, 180E, 180F, 180G, 180H, 180J,
180K, 182, 182A, 182B, 182C, 182D, 182E,
182F, 182G, 182H, 182J, 182K, 182L,
182M, 182N, 182P, 182Q, 182R, 182S,
182T, R182, T182, TR182, T182T, 185,
185A, 185B, 185C, 185D, 185E, A185E,
A185F, 190, (LC126A, B, C) 195, 195A,
195B, 210, 210A, 210B, 210C, 210D, 210E,
210F, T210F, 210G, T210G, 210H, T210H,
210J, T210J, 210K, T210K, 210L, T210L,
210M, T210M, 210N, P210N, T210N, 210R,
P210R, T210R, 2105 (205), 2105A
(205A), 206, P206, P206A, P206B, P206C,
P206D, P206E, TP206A, TP206B, TP206C,
TU206D, TU206E, TU206F, TU206G, 206H,
T206H, 207, 207A, T207, T207A, 208,
208A, 208B, 310, 310A (USAF U3A), 310B,
310C, 310D, 310E (USAF U3B), 310F,
310G, 310H, E310H, 310I, 310J, 310J1,
E310J, 310K, 310L, 310N, 310P, T310P,
310Q, T310Q, 310R, T310R, 320, 320A,
320B, 320C, 320D, 320E, 320F, 3201,
335, 340, 340A, 336, 337, 337A (USAF
02B), 337B, T337B, 337C, 337E, T337E,
T337C, 337D, T337D, M337B (USAF 02A),
337F, T337F, T337G, 337G, 337H, P337H,
T337H, T337HSP, 401, 401A, 401B, 402,
402A, 402B, 402C, 411, 411A, 414, 414A,
421, 421A, 421B, 421C, 425, 404, 406, 441.
(12) Cirrus Design SR20, SR22.
Corporation.
(13) Commander Aircraft 112, 112TC, 112B, 112TCA, 114, 114A, Company. 114B, 114TC.
(14) de Havilland Inc........ DHC2 Mk. I, DHC2 Mk. II, DHC2 Mk. III.
(15) Dynac Aerospace (Volaire) 10, (Volaire) 10A, (Aero
Corporation. Commander) 100, (Aero Commander) 100A, (Aero Commander) 100180.
(16) Diamond Aircraft DA 20A1, DA20C1, DA 40.
Industries.
(17) Empressa Brasileira de EMB110P1, EMB110P2.
Aeronautica S.A. EMBRAER.
(18) Extra Flugzeugbau Gmbh.. EA300, EA300L, EA300S, EA300/200, EA400.
(19) Fairchild Aircraft SA26T, SA26AT, SA226T, SA226AT, SA226
Corporation. T(B), SA227AT, SA227TT, SA226TC,
SA227AC (C26A), SA227CC, SA227DC (C 26B).
(20) Global Amphibians, LLC.. Colonial C1, Colonial C2, Lake LA4,
Lake LA4A, Lake LA4P, Lake LA4200, Lake Model 250.
(21) GrobWerke.............. G115, G115A, G115B, G115C, G115C2, G115D, G115D2, G115EG, G120A.
(22) Lancair Company......... LC40550FG.
(23) LanShe Aerospace, LLC... MAC125C, MAC145, MAC145A, MAC145B. (24) Learjet Inc............. 23.
(25) Lockheed Aircraft 18.
Corporation.
(26) Luscombe Aircraft 11A, 11E.
Corporation.
(27) Maule Aerospace Bee Dee M4, M4, M4C, M4S, M4T, M
Technology, Inc. 4180C, M4180S, M4180T, M4210, M4
210C, M4210S, M4210T, M4220, M4
220S, M4220T, M5180C, M5200, M5
210C, M5210TC, M5220C, M5235C, M6
180, M6235, M7235, MX7235, MX7
180, MX7420, MXT7180, MT7235, M8
235, MX7160, MXT7160, MX7180A, MXT
7180A, MX7180B, M7235B, M7235A, M
7235C, MX7180C, M7260, MT7260, M
7260C, M7420AC, MX7160C, MX7 180AC, M7420A, MT7420.
(28) Mitsubishi Heavy MU2B25, MU2B35, MU2B26, MU2B36,
Industries, Ltd. MU2B26A, MU2B36A, MU2B40, MU2B 60, MU2B, MU2B20, MU2B15.
(29) Mooney Airplane Company, M20, M20A, M20B, M20C, M20D, M20E, M20F,
Inc. M20G, M20J, M20K, M20L, M20M, M20R, M20S, M22.
(30) Moravan a.s............. Z242L, Z143L.
(31) Navion Aircraft Company, NAVION, Navion (L17A), Navion (L17B),
Ltd. Navion (L17C), Navion B, Navion D,
Navion E, Navion F, Navion G, Navion H.
(32) New Piper Aircraft, Inc. PA12, PA12S, PA18, PA18S, PA18
``105'' (Special), PA18S ``105''
(Special), PA18A, PA18 ``125'' (Army L
21A), PA18S ``125,'' PA18AS ``125,''
PA18 ``135'' (Army L21B), PA18A
``135,'' PA18S ``135,'' PA18 ``150,''
PA18A ``150,'' PA18S ``150,'' PA18AS
``150,'' PA19 (Army L18B), PA19S, PA
20, PA20S, PA20 ``115,'' PA20S
``115,'' PA20 ``135,'' PA20S ``135,''
PA22, PA22108, PA22135, PA22S135,
PA22150, PA22S150, PA22160, PA22S
160, PA23, PA23160, PA23235, PA23
250, PAE23250, PA24, PA24250, PA24
260, PA24400, PA28140, PA28150, PA
28151, PA28160, PA28161, PA28180,
PA28235, PA28S160, PA28R180, PA
28S180, PA28181, PA28R200, PA28R
201, PA28R201T, PA28RT201, PA28RT
201T, PA28201T, PA28236, PA30, PA
39, PA40, PA31P, PA31T, PA31T1, PA
31T2, PA31T3, PA31P350, PA32260, PA
32300, PA32S300, PA32R300, PA32RT
300, PA32RT300T, PA32R301 (SP), PA
32R301 (HP), PA32R301T, PA32301, PA
32301T, PA34200, PA34200T, PA34
220T, PA42, PA42720, PA421000, PA
42720R, PA44180, PA44180T, PA46 310P, PA46350P, PA46500TP.
(33) Ostmecklenburgische OMF100160.
Flugzeugbau GmgH.
(34) Piaggio Aero Industries P180.
S.p.A.
(35) Pilatus Aircraft Ltd.... PILATUS PC12, PILATUS PC12/45, PC6, PC
6H1, PC6H2, PC6/350, PC6/350H1, PC
6/350H2, PC6/A, PC6/AH1, PA6/AH2,
PC6/BH2, PC6/B1H2, PC6/B2H2, PC6/
B2H4, PC6/CH2, PC6/C1H2, PC7.
(36) PropJets, Inc.......... 200, 200A, 200B, 200C, 200D, 400. [[Page 2940]]
(37) Panstwowe Zakladv PZL104 WILGA 80, PZL104M WILGA 2000,
Lotnicze (PZL). PZLWARSZAWA, PZLKOLIBER 150A, PZL KOLIBER 160A.
(38) PZL WSK/Mielec Obrsk.... PZL M20 03, PZL M26 01.
(39) Raytheon................ 3533, 35A33, 35B33, 35C33, 35C33A,
E33, E33A, E33C, F33, F33A, F33C, G33,
H35, J35, K35, M35, N35, P35, S35, V35,
V35A, V35B, 36, A36, A36TC, B36TC, 35,
A35, B35, C35, D35, E35, F35, G35, 35R,
F90, 76, 200, 200C, 200CT, 200T, A200,
B200, B200C, B200CT, B200T, 300, 300LW,
B300, B300C, 1900, 1900C, 1900D, A1001
(U21J), A200 (C12A), A200 (C12C),
A200C (UC12B), A200CT (C12D), A200CT
(FWC12D), A200CT (RC12D), A200CT (C
12F), A200CT (RC12G), A200CT (RC12H),
A200CT (RC12K), A200CT (RC12P), A200CT
(RC12Q), B200C (C12F), B200C (UC12F),
B200C (UC12M), B200C (C12R), 1900C (C
12J), 65, A65, A658200, 6580, 65A80,
65A808800, 65B80, 6588, 65A90, 70,
B90, C90, C90A, E90, H90, 65A901, 65
A902, 65A903, 65A904, 95, B95,
B95A, D95A, E95, 9555, 95A55, 95B55,
95B55A, 95B55B (T42A), 95C55, 95
C55A, D55, D55A, E55, E55A, 56TC, A56TC,
58, 58A, 58P, 58PA, 58TC, 58TCA, 99,
99A, 99A (FACH), A99, A99A, B99, C99,
100, A100 (U21F), A100A, A100C, B100,
2000, 3000, 390, 19A, B19, M19A, 23,
A23, A23A, A2319, A2324, B23, C23,
A24, A24R, B24R, C24R, 60, A60, B60,
18D, A18A, A18D, S18D, SA18A, SA18D, 3N,
3NM, 3TM, JRB6, D18C, D18S, E18S, RC
45J (SNB5P), E18S9700, G18S, H18, C
45G, TC45G, C45H, TC45H, TC45J, UC
45J (SNB5), 50 (L23A), B50 (L23B),
C50, D50 (L23E), D50A, D50B, D50C, D50E
5990, E50 (L23D, RL23D), F50, G50,
H50, J50, 45 (YT34), A45 (T34A or B 45), D45 (T34B).
(40) Rockwell International BC1A, AT6 (SNJ2), AT6A (SNJ3), AT
Corporation. 6B, AT6C (SNJ4), AT6D (SNJ5), AT6F
(SNF6), SNJ7, T6G, NOMAD NA260. (41) Short Brothers & Harland SC7 Series 2, SC7 Series 3.
Ltd.
(42) Slingsby Aviation Ltd... T67M260, T67M260T3A.
(43) SOCATAGroup TB9, TB10, TB20, TB21, TB200, TBM 700,
Aerospatiale. M.S. 760, M.S. 760 A, M.S. 760 B, Rallye
100S, Rallye 150ST, Rallye 150T, Rallye
235E, Rallye 235C, MS 880B, MS 885, MS
894A, MS 893A, MS 892A150, MS 892E150, MS 893E, MS 894E, GA7.
(44) Tiger Aircraft LLC...... AA1, AA1A, AA1B, AA1C, AA5, AA5A, AA5B, AG5B.
(45) Twin Commander Aircraft 500, 500A, 500B, 500U, 500S, 520,
Corporation. 560, 560A, 560E, 560F, 680, 680E,
680F, 680FL, 680FL(P), 680T, 680V, 680W,
681, 685, 690, 690A, 690B, 690C, 690D, 695, 695A, 695B, 720, 700.
(46) Univair Aircraft 108, 1081, 1082, 1083, 1085. Corporation.
(47) Vulcanair S.p.A......... P68, P68B, P68C, P68CTC, P68
``Observer,'' P68 ``Observer 2,'' P68TC
``Observer,'' AP68TP300 ``Spartacus,'' AP68TP 600 ``Viator''.
(48) Zenair Ltd.............. CH2000.
What Is the Unsafe Condition Presented in This AD?
(d) This AD is the result of observations that the GTX 33/33D/
330/330D may detect, from other airplanes, the S1 (suppression)
interrogating pulse below the minimum trigger level (MTL) and, in
some circumstances, not reply. The GTX 33/33D/330/330D should still
reply even if it detects S1 interrogating pulses below the MTL. The
actions specified in this AD are intended to prevent interrogating
aircraft from possibly receiving inaccurate replies, due to
suppression, from aircraft equipped with the GTX 33/33D/330/330D
Mode S transponders when the pulses are below the minimum trigger
level (MTL). Software Upgrade Versions 3.03 and 3.06 correct a TAS,
TCAD, and TCAS I system ``whispershout'' problem that could
potentially lead to the aircraft not being visible at certain
ranges. TCAS II systems are not affected. The inaccurate replies could result in reduced vertical separation.
What Must I Do To Address This Problem?
(e) To address this problem, you must do the following:
Actions Compliance Procedures
Install GTX 33/33D/330/330D Install the Follow GARMIN
Software Upgrade for software upgrade Mandatory
transponders with software within 180 days Software Service
version 3.00, 3.01, 3.02, 3.04, after February Bulletin No.:
3.05 to at least version 3.06. 23, 2005 (the 0304, Rev B,
If version 3.03 is already effective date of dated June 12,
installed, no further action is this AD), unless 2003
required. This version is no already accomplished.
longer available from Garmin. accomplished. (Software Upgrade
This AD does not apply to 3.03) or GARMIN
software versions past 3.05. Mandatory
Software Service
Bulletin No.:
0409, dated July
19, 2004
(Software Upgrade
3.06). May I Request an Alternative Method of Compliance?
(f) You may request a different method of compliance or a
different compliance time for this AD by following the procedures in
14 CFR 39.19. Unless FAA authorizes otherwise, send your request to
your principal inspector. The principal inspector may add comments
and will send your request to the Manager, Wichita Aircraft
Certification Office (ACO), FAA. For information on any already
approved alternative methods of compliance, contact Roger A. Souter,
FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1801 Airport Road,
Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone: 3169464134; facsimile:
3169464107; email address: roger.souter@faa.gov. Does This AD Incorporate Any Material by Reference?
(g) You must do the actions required by this AD following the
instructions in GARMIN Mandatory Software Service Bulletin No.:
0304, Rev B, dated June 12, 2003 (Software Upgrade 3.03) or GARMIN
Mandatory Software Service Bulletin No.: 0409, dated July 19, 2004
(Software Upgrade 3.06). The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of
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this service bulletin in accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51. To get a copy of this service information, contact GARMIN
International Inc. 1200 East 151st Street, Olathe, KS 66062; telephone: 9133978200. To review copies of this service
information, go to the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html or call (202) 7416030. To
view the AD docket, go to the Docket Management Facility; U.S.
Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Nassif
Building, Room PL401, Washington, DC 20590001 or on the Internet
at http://dms.dot.gov. The docket number is FAA200418743.
Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on January 7, 2005. James E. Jackson,
Acting Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. 05832 Filed 11805; 8:45 am]
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
Roger A. Souter, FAA, Wichita Aircraft Certification Office (ACO), 1801 Airport Road, Room 100, Wichita, Kansas 67209; telephone: 3169464134; facsimile: 3169464107; email address: roger.souter@faa.gov.