Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2013-10-31 · Effective 2013-12-05 · 78 FR 65190
Document
Document number
2013-25306
Federal Register citation
78 FR 65190
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
2013-10-31
Effective date
2013-12-05
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2013-0332
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model CL-600-2B16 (CL-601-3A, CL-601-3R, and CL-604 Variants) airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of airspeed mismatch between the pilot and co-pilot's airspeed indicators, which occurred during or after heavy rain. This AD requires, for certain airplanes, inspecting for drain bottles having certain part numbers, and replacing affected drain bottles. This AD requires, for certain other airplanes, replacing drain bottles. We are issuing this AD to prevent pitot static tubing from becoming blocked by water, which if not corrected, could lead to erroneous airspeed and altitude indications, and consequent loss of control of the airplane.