Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2003-08-18 · Effective 2003-09-22 · 68 FR 49336
Document
Document number
03-20711
Federal Register citation
68 FR 49336
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440)
Publication date
2003-08-18
Effective date
2003-09-22
FAA docket
Docket No. 2001-NM-328-AD
Abstract
This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD), applicable to certain Bombardier Model CL-600-2B19 (Regional Jet Series 100 & 440) airplanes, that requires installing new vent tube assemblies for the main fuel tanks; and, on certain airplanes, inspecting to measure the clearance between the vent system tubing and the applicable wing ribs, and corrective action if necessary. This action is necessary to prevent a fire hazard due to fuel spillage. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe condition.