Airworthiness Directives; Bombardier, Inc. Airplanes
airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2015-02-10 · Effective 2015-03-17 · 80 FR 7285
Document
Document number
2015-01663
Federal Register citation
80 FR 7285
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Publication date
2015-02-10
Effective date
2015-03-17
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2014-0146
Abstract
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Bombardier, Inc. Model DHC-8-400 series airplanes. This AD was prompted by fuel system reviews conducted by the manufacturer. This AD requires replacing a fitting that is part of the refuel control solenoid valve assembly. We are issuing this AD to prevent 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.