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 Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2020-0842; Product Identifier 2020-NM-101-AD; Amendment 39-21350; AD 2020-25-08]
RIN 2120-AA64
 AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT).
 ACTION: Final rule.
 SUMMARY: The FAA is adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of installation of inverted poles of the horizontal stabilizer pitch trim switches on the control yokes, which causes opposite commands for the horizontal stabilizer. This AD requires installing supports for the horizontal stabilizer control yoke pitch trim switches and re-identifying the control yokes, as specified in two Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) ADs, which are incorporated by reference. The FAA is issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
 DATES: This AD is effective January 21, 2021. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of January 21, 2021.
 ADDRESSES: For material incorporated by reference (IBR) in this AD, contact National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), Aeronautical Products Certification Branch (GGCP), Rua Dr. Orlando Feirabend Filho, 230—Centro Empresarial Aquarius—Torre B—Andares 14 a 18, Parque Residencial Aquarius, CEP 12.246-190—São José dos Campos—SP, BRAZIL, Tel: 55 (12) 3203-6600; Email: 
                        *pac@anac.gov.br;*
                         internet 
                        *www.anac.gov.br/​en/​.*
                         You may find this IBR material on the ANAC website at 
                        *https://sistemas.anac.gov.br/​certificacao/​DA/​DAE.asp.*
                         You may view this IBR material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. It is also available in the AD docket on the internet at 
                        *https://www.regulations.gov*
                         by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0842. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the internet at 
                    *https://www.regulations.gov*
                     by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0842; or in person at Docket Operations between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this final rule, any comments received, and other information. The address for Docket Operations is U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590.
 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3221; 
                        *Krista.Greer@faa.gov.*


SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion The ANAC, which is the aviation authority for Brazil, has issued ANAC AD 2020-05-01, effective May 26, 2020; and ANAC AD 2020-05-02, effective May 26, 2020 (ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02) (also referred to as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or the MCAI); to correct an unsafe condition for certain Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, -100 IGW, -100 SR, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. Model ERJ 190-100 SR airplanes are not certificated by the FAA and are not included on the U.S. type certificate data sheet; this AD therefore does not include those airplanes in the applicability. The FAA issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. Model ERJ 170 airplanes and Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes. The NPRM published in the 
                    **Federal Register**
                     on September 17, 2020 (85 FR 58004). The NPRM was prompted by reports of installation of inverted poles of the horizontal stabilizer pitch trim switches on the control yokes, which causes opposite commands for the horizontal stabilizer. The NPRM proposed to require installing supports 
                    ( print page 81382)
                    for the horizontal stabilizer control yoke pitch trim switches and re-identifying the control yokes, as specified in ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02. The FAA is issuing this AD to address inverted poles of the horizontal stabilizer pitch trim switches on the control yokes, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane. See the MCAI for additional background information. Comments The FAA gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this final rule. The FAA has considered the comment received. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) stated its support for the NPRM. Clarification Since the NPRM Was Issued The FAA has added a new paragraph (i) to this AD to clarify that although the service information referenced in ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. The FAA has re-identified subsequent paragraphs accordingly. Conclusion The FAA reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this final rule with the change described previously and minor editorial changes. The FAA has determined that these minor changes: Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
                Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. The FAA also determined that these changes will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the scope of this final rule. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 describe procedures for installing supports for the horizontal stabilizer control yoke pitch trim switches and re-identifying the control yokes. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. This material is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the 
                    **ADDRESSES**
                     section. Costs of Compliance The FAA estimates that this AD affects 324 airplanes of U.S. registry. The FAA estimates the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs for Required Actions
Labor cost
Parts cost
Cost per product
Cost on U.S. operatorsUp to 7 work-hours × $85 per hour = Up to $595
Up to $267
Up to $862
Up to $279,288.
 Authority for This Rulemaking 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. The FAA is 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 rulemaking action. Regulatory Findings 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. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: (1) Is not a “significant regulatory action” under Executive Order 12866, (2) Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska, 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. 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 FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
 1.The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority:
                        49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. § 39.13
 2.The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive: **2020-25-08 Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. (Type Certificate Previously Held by Embraer S.A.):**
                             Amendment 39-21350; Docket No. FAA-2020-0842; Product Identifier 2020-NM-101-AD. (a) Effective Date This airworthiness directive (AD) is effective January 21, 2021. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Yaborã Indústria Aeronáutica S.A. Model airplanes identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (2) of this AD, certificated in any category. (1) Model ERJ 170-100 LR, -100 STD, -100 SE, -100 SU, -200 LR, -200 SU, -200 STD, and -200 LL airplanes, as identified in Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) AD 2020-05-01, effective May 26, 2020 (ANAC AD 2020-05-01). (2) Model ERJ 190-100 STD, -100 LR, -100 ECJ, -100 IGW, -200 STD, -200 LR, and -200 IGW airplanes, as identified in ANAC AD 2020-05-02, effective May 26, 2020 (ANAC AD 2020-05-02). (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 27, Flight controls. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of installation of inverted poles of the horizontal stabilizer pitch trim switches on the control yokes, which causes opposite commands for the horizontal stabilizer. The FAA is issuing this AD to address this condition, which could result in reduced controllability of the airplane.
                            ( print page 81383) (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Requirements Except as specified in paragraph (h) of this AD: Comply with all required actions and compliance times specified in, and in accordance with, ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02, as applicable. (h) Exceptions to ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 (1) Where ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 refer to their effective date, this AD requires using the effective date of this AD. (2) The “Alternative method of compliance (AMOC)” section of ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 does not apply to this AD. (3) Where ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 prohibit installing certain parts, this AD prohibits their installation as of the applicable compliance time specified by paragraph (h)(3)(i) or (ii) of this AD. (i) If the modification required by this AD was done before the effective date of this AD, installation is prohibited as of the effective date of this AD. (ii) If the modification required by this AD is done after the effective date of this AD, installation is prohibited after accomplishment of the modification required by this AD. (i) No Reporting Requirement Although the service information referenced in ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02 specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer, this AD does not include that requirement. (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) 
                            *Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs):*
                             The Manager, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation 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 Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD. Information may be emailed to: 
                            *9-AVS-AIR-730-AMOC@faa.gov.*
                             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 instructions from a manufacturer, the instructions must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA; or ANAC; or ANAC's authorized Designee. If approved by the ANAC Designee, the approval must include the Designee's authorized signature. (k) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Krista Greer, Aerospace Engineer, Large Aircraft Section, International Validation Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3221; 
                            *Krista.Greer@faa.gov.* (l) 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) Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) AD 2020-05-01, effective May 26, 2020. (ii) Agência Nacional de Aviação Civil (ANAC) AD 2020-05-02, effective May 26, 2020. (3) For ANAC AD 2020-05-01 and ANAC AD 2020-05-02, contact National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC), Aeronautical Products Certification Branch (GGCP), Rua Dr. Orlando Feirabend Filho, 230—Centro Empresarial Aquarius—Torre B—Andares 14 a 18, Parque Residencial Aquarius, CEP 12.246-190—São José dos Campos—SP, BRAZIL, Tel: 55 (12) 3203-6600; Email: 
                            *pac@anac.gov.br;*
                             internet 
                            *www.anac.gov.br/​en/​.*
                             You may find this IBR material on the ANAC website at 
                            *https://sistemas.anac.gov.br/​certificacao/​DA/​DAE.asp.* (4) You may view this material at the FAA, Airworthiness Products Section, Operational Safety Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 206-231-3195. This material may be found in the AD docket on the internet at 
                            *https://www.regulations.gov*
                             by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2020-0842. (5) You may view this material 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.* Issued on December 1, 2020. Lance T. Gant, Director, Compliance & Airworthiness Division, Aircraft Certification Service.


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