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Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-200B, 747-300, and 747-400 Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 747200B, 747300, and 747400 series airplanes. This AD requires an inspection to determine the manufacturer and manufacture date of the oxygen masks in the passenger service units of the outboard and center main deck, the flight attendant service units, flightcrew rest, upper and lower module of the door 5 overhead crew rest, lavatory modules, and miscellaneous ceiling panels, as applicable, and related investigative/corrective actions if necessary. This AD results from a report that several passenger masks with broken inline flow indicators were found following a mask deployment. We are issuing this AD to prevent the inline flow indicators of the passenger oxygen masks from fracturing and separating, which could inhibit oxygen flow to the masks and consequently result in exposure of the passengers and cabin attendants to hypoxia following a depressurization event.

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 737-100, -200, -200C, - 300, -400, and -500 Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 737100, 200, 200C, 300, 400, and 500 series
airplanes. This AD requires repetitive detailed and highfrequency eddy current inspections for cracking around the heads of the fasteners on the forward fastener row of certain areas of the station (STA) 259.5 circumferential butt splice, and repair if necessary. This AD also requires a preventive modification, which eliminates the need for the repetitive inspections. This AD results from a report that an operator found multiple cracks in the fuselage skin of a Model 737200 airplane, at the forward fastener row of the STA 259.5 circumferential butt splice between stringers 19 and 24. We are issuing this AD to prevent cracking of the STA 259.5 circumferential butt splice, which could result in loss of structural integrity of the fuselage skin and possible loss of cabin pressure.

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200, -200CB, and -300 Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 757200, 200CB, and 300 series airplanes. This AD requires repetitive detailed inspections with a borescope for cracks of the intercostal tee clips; or repetitive detailed inspections for cracks of the intercostal tee clips and attachment fasteners at the number 3 and number 4 doorstops of the passenger door cutouts; and related investigative and corrective actions if necessary. This AD also provides an optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections. This AD results from reports of cracked intercostal tee clips at the number 3 and number 4 doorstops of the passenger door cutouts. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct cracking of the tee clips, which could result in additional stress on the adjacent tee clips, surrounding intercostals, edge frame, door structure and doorstops. This additional stress could cause further cracking or breaking of the tee clips, which could result in failure of the door to s

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777-200, -200LR, -300, and -300ER Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all [[Page 71213]]
Boeing Model 777200, 200LR, 300, and 300ER series airplanes. This AD requires doing initial and repetitive inspections for cracking of the elevator actuator fittings, and replacing any cracked fitting with a new fitting. This AD results from a report that a cracked left elevator actuator fitting was found on a Model 777 airplane. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct a cracked actuator fitting, which could detach from the elevator and lead to an unrestrained elevator and an unacceptable flutter condition, which could result in loss of airplane control.

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 747-200C and -200F Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 747200C and 200F series airplanes. This AD requires, among other actions, installing mounting brackets, support angles, and moisture curtains in the main equipment center. This AD results from reports of water contamination in the electrical/ electronic units in the main equipment center. We are issuing this AD to prevent water contamination of the electrical/electronic units, which could cause the electrical/electronic units to malfunction, and as a consequence, could adversely affect the airplane's continued safe flight.

Airworthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Model DC-10-10, DC- 10-10F, DC-10-15, DC-10-30 and DC-10-30F (KC-10A and

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain McDonnell Douglas Model DC1010, DC1010F, DC1015, DC1030 and DC1030F (KC10A and KDC10) airplanes; Model DC1040 and DC10 40F airplanes; and Model MD11 and MD11F airplanes. This AD requires, for certain airplanes, modifying the thrust reverser command wiring of the number 2 engine. For certain other airplanes, this AD requires modifying the thrust
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reverser system wiring from the flight compartment to engines 1, 2, and 3 thrust reversers. This AD also requires installing thrust reverser locking systems on certain airplanes. This AD results from a determination that the thrust reverser systems on these McDonnell Douglas airplanes do not adequately preclude unwanted deployment of a thrust reverser. We are issuing this AD to prevent an unwanted deployment of a thrust reverser during flight, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.

Airworthiness Directives; Thrush Aircraft, Inc. Model S2R Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Thrush Aircraft, Inc. (Thrush) Model S2R series airplanes. This AD requires you to do repetitive visual inspections of the vertical and horizontal stabilizer attach fitting, attach fitting bolts, and the vertical fin aft spar for cracks or corrosion. This AD also requires immediate replacement of the vertical and horizontal stabilizer attach fittings and attach fitting bolts if cracked or corroded parts are found, and the inspection of the vertical fin aft spar with repair or replacement if cracks or corrosion are found. This AD requires the eventual replacement of the vertical and horizontal stabilizer attach fittings and attach fitting bolts if no corrosion or cracks are found as terminating action for the repetitive inspections. This AD results from reports of cracks in the empennage of Thrush S2R series airplanes. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct these cracks, which could cause the vertical stabilizer to lose structu

Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A319, A320, and A321 Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

During planned maintenance visit on two aircraft, corrosion was found on the upper surface of the wing lower skin panel N\o\1, inside the Right Hand (RH) inboard dry bay.

It was discovered that [certain] access panels * * * had been omitted from the access requirements of the associated AMM (airplane maintenance manual) task (AMM 052540) until the August 2001 revision.

The result is that some * * * inspections may have not been fully accomplished due to nonremoval of [certain] panels * * *.

If the area has not been inspected with the correct access, and if AIRBUS Service Bulletin (SB) A320571121 has not been performed, then some aircraft could remai

Airworthiness Directives; ATR Model ATR42 and ATR72 Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The JAA (Joint Aviation Authority) has issued an Interim Policy JAA INT/POL 25/12, to recommend the application of a similar requirement to the National Aviation Authorities (NAA) [of Europe]. * * * * *
* * * ATR carried out a safety review on the fuel tank systems and zones adjacent to the fuel tanks on all ATR models * * *. * * * * *
The unsafe condition is the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757 Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Boeing Model 757 airplanes. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspections of the anchor tab of the bulkhead seal assemblies of the wing thermal antiice (TAI) system for cracks [[Page 71276]]
at certain outboard stations of the left and right wings, and corrective action if necessary. This proposed AD also provides optional terminating action for the repetitive inspections. This proposed AD results from reports of cracks found at the anchor tab of the bulkhead seal assemblies of the wing TAI system. In one incident the anchor tab and bulkhead seal assembly had separated because of the cracks. We are proposing this AD to prevent failure of the anchor tab of the bulkhead seal assembly, which in icing conditions could result in insufficient airflow to the wing TAI system, subsequent ice on the wings, and consequent reduced controllability of the airplane.

Airworthiness Directives; Boeing Model 757-200, -200PF, and - 200CB Series Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA proposes to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Boeing Model 757200, 200PF, and 200CB series airplanes. This proposed AD would require doing an ultrasound inspection for disbonded tear straps not mechanically fastened to the skin, and related investigative and corrective actions, if necessary. This proposed AD results from reports indicating that bonded skin panels may not have been correctly anodized in phosphoric acid before the tear strap doubler was bonded to the skin. We are proposing this AD to detect and correct a weak bond between the skin and tear strap. Such disbonding could reduce the ability of the skin to resist cracks and could adversely affect the structural integrity of the airplane.

Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

Bombardier Aerospace has completed a system safety review of the CL6002B19 aircraft fuel system against new fuel tank safety standards, introduced in Chapter 525 of the Airworthiness Manual through Notice of Proposed Amendment (NPA) 2002043. The identified noncompliances were assessed using Transport Canada Policy Letter No. 525001 to determine if mandatory corrective action is required.

The assessment and lightning tests showed that certain fuel tube selfbonded couplings do not provide sufficient lightning current capability. The assessment also showed that single failure of the integral bonding wire of the selfbonded couplings or excessive axial clearanc

Airworthiness Directives; EADS SOCATA Model TBM 700 Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the products listed above that would supersede an existing AD. This proposed AD results from mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

A nonrespect of the pilot door adjustment procedure could have damaged the stop fitting and could result in a consequent
depressurization of the airplane.
The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI.

Airworthiness Directives; Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica S.A. (EMBRAER) Model EMB-135BJ, -135ER, -135KE, -135KL,

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The FAA proposes to supersede an existing airworthiness directive (AD) that applies to all EMBRAER Model EMB135BJ, 135ER, 135KE, 135KL, 135LR, 145, 145ER, 145MR, 145LR, 145XR, 145MP, and 145EP airplanes. The existing AD currently requires reviewing the airplane maintenance records for recent reports of vibration from the tail section or rudder pedals. The existing AD also currently requires repetitively inspecting the skin, attachment fittings, and control rods of rudder II to detect cracking, loose parts, wear, or damage; and related investigative/corrective actions if necessary. This proposed AD would require the existing repetitive inspection to be done with new service information. This proposed AD also would require replacing the locking tab washers on the control rods of the rudder II and installing springs on the hinge assemblies of the rudder II, which would terminate the repetitive inspection requirements. This proposed AD results from reports of rudder vibration due to wear. We are pr

Airworthiness Directives; SAAB Model SF340A and Model 340B Airplanes

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

Subsequent to accidents involving Fuel Tank System explosions in flight * * * and on ground, the FAA has published Special Federal Aviation Regulation 88 (SFAR88) * * * [which] required * * * [conducting] a design review against explosion risks.
The unsafe condition is the potential of ignition sources inside fuel tanks, which, in combination with flammable fuel vapors, could result in fuel tank explosions and consequent loss of the airplane. The proposed AD would require actions that are intended to address the unsafe condition described in the MCAI.

Noise Exposure Map Notice for Marana Regional Airport, Marana, AZ

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces its determination that the noise exposure maps submitted by the Town of Marana, Arizona for Marana Regional Airport under the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 47501, et seq. (Aviation Safety and Noise Abatement Act) and 14 CFR part 150 are in compliance with applicable requirements. [[Page 71475]]

Notice of Opportunity To Participate, Criteria Requirements and Application Procedure for Participation in the

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

In anticipation of congress enacting an extension of the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) the FAA is publishing this annual notice. This notice announces the criteria, application procedures, and schedule to be applied by the Secretary of Transportation in designating or redesignating, and funding capital development annually for up to 15 current (jointuse) or former military airports seeking designation or redesignation to participate in the MAP. While FAA currently has continuing authority to designate or redesignate airports, FAA does not have authority to issue grants for fiscal year 2008 MAP, and will not have authority until Congress enacts legislation enabling FAA to issue grants.

The MAP allows the Secretary to designate current (jointuse) or former military airports to receive grants from
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the Airport Improvement Program (AIP). The Secretary is authorized to designate an airport (other than an airport designated before August 24, 1994) only if:
(1) The airport is

RIN-2126-AB14

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

FMCSA amends the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations effective December 27 to allow commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers up to 11 hours of driving time within a 14hour, nonextendable window from the start of the workday, following 10 consecutive hours off duty (11hour limit). This interim rule also allows motor carriers and drivers to restart calculations of the weekly onduty time limits after the driver has at least 34 consecutive hours off duty (34hour restart). An IFR is necessary to prevent disruption to enforcement and compliance with the hoursofservice (HOS) rules when the stay expires, as well as possible effects on the timely delivery of essential goods and services. This IFR will ensure that a familiar and uniform set of national rules governs motor carrier transportation, while FMCSA gathers public comments on all aspects of this interim final rule, conducts peer review of our analysis, and considers the appropriate final rule that addresses the issues identified by the Court.

Notice of Request for a New Collection

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

The Federal Transit Administration invites public comments about our intention to request the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) to approve a new collection: 49 U.S.C. 5317, New Freedom Program. The information to be collected will be used to accumulate mass transportation financial and operating information using a uniform system of accounts and records. The Federal Register Notice with a 60 day comment period soliciting comments was published on October 2, 2007.

Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) abstracted below has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. The Federal Register Notice with a 60day comment period soliciting comments was published on October 1, 2007. No comments were received in response to that notice.

Reports, Forms, and Record Keeping Requirements Agency Information Collection Activity Under OMB Review

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

In compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), this notice announces that the Information Collection Request (ICR) abstracted below has been forwarded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and comment. The ICR describes the nature of the information collection and the expected burden. The Federal Register Notice with a 60day comment period was published on April 27, 2007 (72 FR 2106821069).

Conforming Products List of Evidential Breath Alcohol Measurement Devices

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

This notice updates the Conforming Products List (CPL) published in the Federal Register on June 29, 2006 (71 FR 37159) for instruments that conform to the Model Specifications for Evidential Breath Testing Devices (58 FR 48705).

Mid-Michigan Railroad, Inc.--Abandonment Exemption--In Kent and Montcalm Counties, MI

Mon, Dec 17 2007 11:00:00 GMT

On November 27, 2007, MidMichigan Railroad, Inc. (MMRR or petitioner), filed with the Surface Transportation Board a petition under 49 U.S.C. 10502 for exemption from the provisions of 49 U.S.C. 10903 to permit the abandonment of a 24.70mile rail line located between milepost 103.20 in Lowell and milepost 78.50 in Greenville at the end of the line, in Kent and Montcalm Counties, MI. The line traverses U.S. Postal Service Zip Codes 48809, 48838, 48887, and 49331, and
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includes the stations of Lowell, Belding, and Greenville.

In addition to an exemption from 49 U.S.C. 10903, MMRR seeks an exemption from 49 U.S.C. 10904 [offer of financial assistance (OFA) procedures]. In support, MMRR states that it has entered a Memorandum of Understanding with the West Michigan Trails and Greenways Coalition (WMTGC) to sell the line to WMTGC for the public purpose of converting it to interim trail use/rail banking. This request will be addressed in the final decision.

MMRR states that,