81 FR 24462 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 80 (April 26, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 80 (April 26, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-08952 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 80 (Tuesday, April 26, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 24462-24464] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-08952] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-7532; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-069-AD; Amendment 39-18477; AD 2016-08-01] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of multiple cases of ram air turbine (RAT) blade damage. This AD requires deployment of the RAT, replacement of the RAT placard with a new RAT placard, and re-identification of the RAT. We are issuing this AD to prevent blade damage to the RAT, which could prevent RAT deployment in flight during an emergency, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective May 31, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in this AD as of May 31, 2016. [[Page 24463]] ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone: 201-440-6700; Internet: http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-7532. Examining the AD Docket You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 7532; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone: 800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, 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: Tom Rodriquez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1137; fax: 425-227-1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on January 4, 2016 (81 FR 28) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of multiple cases of ram air turbine (RAT) blade damage. The NPRM proposed to require deployment of the RAT, replacement of the RAT placard with a new RAT placard, and re-identification of the RAT. We are issuing this AD to prevent blade damage to the RAT, which could prevent RAT deployment in flight during an emergency, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA AD 2015-0076, dated May 6, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. The MCAI states: A few cases of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) blade damage have been reported during maintenance operations. This kind of damage is caused by an incorrect locking of RAT rotor, due to improper positioning of blades at beginning of retraction, and locking check during retraction, which likely occurs during stowage of the RAT, after its deployment for maintenance purposes. This condition, if not corrected, could prevent RAT deployment in flight during an emergency, possibly resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, Dassault Aviation issued Service Bulletin (SB) 7X-289, which provides instructions to smoothly deploy the RAT and install an improved placard to ensure proper RAT stowage/retraction after maintenance. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires replacement of the existing RAT placard with a new placard and RAT re-identification. This [EASA] AD also provides conditions for installation of a RAT on an aeroplane. You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015- 7532. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-289, dated January 21, 2015. The service information describes procedures for deployment of the RAT, replacement of the RAT placard with a new RAT placard, and re- identification of the RAT. This service information 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 We estimate that this AD affects 45 airplanes of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 4 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $121 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $20,745, or $461 per product. According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost estimate. 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. We are 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 We determined that 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. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and [[Page 24464]] 4. 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 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2016-08-01 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-18477. Docket No. FAA- 2015-7532; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-069-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective May 31, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 24, Electrical power. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of multiple cases of ram air turbine (RAT) blade damage. We are issuing this AD to prevent blade damage to the RAT, which could prevent RAT deployment in flight during an emergency, possibly resulting in reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Placard Replacement Except as provided by paragraph (h) of this AD: Within 28 months or during the next accomplishment of the RAT functional test, whichever occurs first after the effective date of this AD, deploy the RAT, replace the RAT placard with a new RAT placard, and re- identify the RAT part number (P/N) 1705673A to a part number identified in paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-289, dated January 21, 2015. (1) Change P/N 1705673A to P/N 1705673B. (2) Change P/N 1705673A to a part number that is approved as a replacement for P/N 1705673A and approved as part of the type design by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Dassault Aviation's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA); after the issue date of Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-289, dated January 21, 2015. (h) Exception to Paragraph (g) of This AD An airplane on which Dassault Aviation Modification M1428 has been embodied in production is not affected by the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, provided no RAT P/N 1705673A has been installed on that airplane since first flight. (i) Parts Installation Prohibition As of the effective date of this AD, no person may install a RAT having P/N 1705673A, on any airplane. (j) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, 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 International Branch, send it to ATTN: Tom Rodriquez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227- 1137; fax: 425-227-1149. Information may be emailed to: [email protected]. 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. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this AD. (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Dassault Aviation's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (k) Related Information Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2015-0076, dated May 6, 2015, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA- 2015-7532. (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) Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-289, dated January 21, 2015. (ii) Reserved. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone: 201-440-6700; Internet: http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 31, 2016. Victor Wicklund, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-08952 Filed 4-25-16; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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3041, dated January 3, 2012; or Airbus Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by (vi) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
Service Bulletin A340–33–4026, dated the DOA, the approval must include the A340–53–5031, Revision 02, dated August 3,
January 3, 2012; as applicable. This service DOA-authorized signature. 2011.
information is not incorporated by reference (3) Required for Compliance (RC): If any (5) For service information identified in
in this AD. service information contains procedures or this AD, contact Airbus SAS, Airworthiness
(2) This paragraph provides credit for tests that are identified as RC, those Office—EAL, 1 Rond Point Maurice Bellonte,
actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, procedures and tests must be done to comply 31707 Blagnac Cedex, France; telephone +33
if those actions were performed before March with this AD; any procedures or tests that are 5 61 93 36 96; fax +33 5 61 93 45 80; email
26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03– not identified as RC are recommended. Those airworthiness.A330-A340@airbus.com;
14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36– procedures and tests that are not identified Internet http://www.airbus.com.
3040, dated September 18, 2012. This service as RC may be deviated from using accepted (6) You may view this service information
information is not incorporated by reference methods in accordance with the operator’s at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
in this AD. maintenance or inspection program without 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
(3) For Model A340 series airplanes in obtaining approval of an AMOC, provided information on the availability of this
configurations 001 and 004, as described in the procedures and tests identified as RC can material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–4035, be done and the airplane can be put back in (7) You may view this service information
including Appendix 01, dated September 18, an airworthy condition. Any substitutions or that is incorporated by reference at the
2012: This paragraph provides credit for changes to procedures or tests identified as National Archives and Records
actions required by paragraph (h) of this AD, RC require approval of an AMOC. Administration (NARA). For information on
if those actions were performed before the (n) Related Information the availability of this material at NARA, call
effective date of this AD using Airbus Service 202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.
Bulletin A340–36–4035, including Appendix (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
01, dated September 18, 2012. Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2014–0148, dated Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 8,
(4) This paragraph provides credit for
June 13, 2014, for related information. This 2016.
actions required by paragraph (j) of this AD,
MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the Michael Kaszycki,
if those actions were performed before March
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
26, 2014 (the effective date of AD 2014–03–
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
14), using Airbus Service Bulletin A340–53– Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
2015–6547.
5031, dated July 31, 2006; or Airbus Service [FR Doc. 2016–08951 Filed 4–25–16; 8:45 am]
(2) Service information identified in this
Bulletin A340–53–5031, Revision 01, dated
AD that is not incorporated by reference is BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
January 10, 2008; as applicable. This service
available at the addresses specified in
information is not incorporated by reference
paragraphs (o)(5) and (o)(6) of this AD.
in this AD.
(o) Material Incorporated by Reference DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions
(1) The Director of the Federal Register Federal Aviation Administration
The following provisions also apply to this approved the incorporation by reference
AD: (IBR) of the service information listed in this
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
14 CFR Part 39
(AMOCs): The Manager, International part 51. [Docket No. FAA–2015–7532; Directorate
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane (2) You must use this service information Identifier 2015–NM–069–AD; Amendment
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to as applicable to do the actions required by 39–18477; AD 2016–08–01]
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (3) The following service information was RIN 2120–AA64
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your approved for IBR on May 31, 2016.
request to your principal inspector or local (i) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–33–3041, Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
Flight Standards District Office, as Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013. Aviation
appropriate. If sending information directly (ii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36–3037,
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Vladimir Ulyanov, Aerospace Engineer, April 7, 2014. Administration (FAA), Department of
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport (iii) Airbus Service Bulletin A330–36– Transportation (DOT).
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind 3038, Revision 01, dated May 11, 2015. ACTION: Final rule.
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; (iv) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–33–
telephone 425–227–1138; fax 425–227–1149. 4026, Revision 02, dated November 7, 2013. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- (v) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–4033,
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov.
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Revision 02, including Appendix 01, dated Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X
(i) Before using any approved AMOC, May 19, 2014.
notify your appropriate principal inspector, (vi) Airbus Service Bulletin A340–36–
airplanes. This AD was prompted by
or lacking a principal inspector, the manager 4035, including Appendix 01, dated reports of multiple cases of ram air
of the local flight standards district office/ September 18, 2012. turbine (RAT) blade damage. This AD
certificate holding district office. The AMOC (4) The following service information was requires deployment of the RAT,
approval letter must specifically reference approved for IBR on March 26, 2014 79 FR replacement of the RAT placard with a
this AD. 9382, February 19, 2014). new RAT placard, and re-identification
(ii) AMOCs approved previously for (i) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin of the RAT. We are issuing this AD to
paragraphs (g) and (h) of AD 2014–03–14 are A330–33–3041, Revision 01, dated July 10,
approved as AMOCs for the corresponding
prevent blade damage to the RAT,
2012.
provisions of paragraphs (g) and (h) of this (ii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin
which could prevent RAT deployment
AD. A330–36–3040, Revision 01, dated November in flight during an emergency, possibly
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(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: As of the 26, 2012. resulting in reduced control of the
effective date of this AD, for any requirement (iii) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin airplane.
in this AD to obtain corrective actions from A340–33–4026, Revision 01, dated July 10, DATES: This AD is effective May 31,
a manufacturer, the action must be 2012.
accomplished using a method approved by (iv) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin 2016.
the Manager, International Branch, ANM– A340–33–5006, dated January 3, 2012. The Director of the Federal Register
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or (v) Airbus Mandatory Service Bulletin approved the incorporation by reference
the European Aviation Safety Agency A340–36–4035, Revision 01, dated of a certain publication listed in this AD
(EASA); or Airbus’s EASA Design September 24, 2013. as of May 31, 2016.
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ADDRESSES: For service information dated May 6, 2015 (referred to after this or by the means identified in the
identified in this final rule, contact as the Mandatory Continuing ADDRESSES section.
Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, Airworthiness Information, or ‘‘the
Costs of Compliance
South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone: MCAI’’), to correct an unsafe condition
201–440–6700; Internet: http://www. for all Dassault Aviation Model We estimate that this AD affects 45
dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this FALCON 7X airplanes. The MCAI airplanes of U.S. registry.
referenced service information at the states: We also estimate that it will take
FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, A few cases of Ram Air Turbine (RAT) about 4 work-hours per product to
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. blade damage have been reported during comply with the basic requirements of
For information on the availability of maintenance operations. This kind of damage this AD. The average labor rate is $85
this material at the FAA, call 425–227– is caused by an incorrect locking of RAT per work-hour. Required parts will cost
1221. It is also available on the Internet rotor, due to improper positioning of blades about $121 per product. Based on these
at http://www.regulations.gov by at beginning of retraction, and locking check figures, we estimate the cost of this AD
during retraction, which likely occurs during
searching for and locating Docket No. on U.S. operators to be $20,745, or $461
stowage of the RAT, after its deployment for
FAA–2015–7532. maintenance purposes. per product.
Examining the AD Docket This condition, if not corrected, could According to the manufacturer, some
prevent RAT deployment in flight during an of the costs of this AD may be covered
You may examine the AD docket on emergency, possibly resulting in reduced under warranty, thereby reducing the
the Internet at http:// control of the aeroplane. cost impact on affected individuals. We
www.regulations.gov by searching for To address this potential unsafe condition, do not control warranty coverage for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– Dassault Aviation issued Service Bulletin affected individuals. As a result, we
7532; or in person at the Docket (SB) 7X–289, which provides instructions to
smoothly deploy the RAT and install an
have included all costs in our cost
Management Facility between 9 a.m. estimate.
improved placard to ensure proper RAT
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, stowage/retraction after maintenance.
except Federal holidays. The AD docket Authority for This Rulemaking
For the reasons described above, this
contains this AD, the regulatory [EASA] AD requires replacement of the Title 49 of the United States Code
evaluation, any comments received, and existing RAT placard with a new placard and specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
other information. The street address for RAT re-identification. This [EASA] AD also rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
the Docket Office (telephone: 800–647– provides conditions for installation of a RAT section 106, describes the authority of
5527) is Docket Management Facility, on an aeroplane. the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
U.S. Department of Transportation, You may examine the MCAI in the Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
Docket Operations, M–30, West AD docket on the Internet at http:// detail the scope of the Agency’s
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, www.regulations.gov by searching for authority.
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– We are issuing this rulemaking under
Washington, DC 20590. 7532. the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Comments Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
Rodriquez, Aerospace Engineer, General requirements.’’ Under that
International Branch, ANM–116, We gave the public the opportunity to section, Congress charges the FAA with
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, participate in developing this AD. We promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA received no comments on the NPRM or air commerce by prescribing regulations
98057–3356; telephone: 425–227–1137; on the determination of the cost to the for practices, methods, and procedures
fax: 425–227–1149. public. the Administrator finds necessary for
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Conclusion safety in air commerce. This regulation
is within the scope of that authority
Discussion We reviewed the relevant data and
because it addresses an unsafe condition
determined that air safety and the
We issued a notice of proposed that is likely to exist or develop on
public interest require adopting this AD
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR products identified in this rulemaking
as proposed except for minor editorial
part 39 by adding an AD that would action.
changes. We have determined that these
apply to all Dassault Aviation Model minor changes: Regulatory Findings
FALCON 7X airplanes. The NPRM • Are consistent with the intent that
published in the Federal Register on We determined that this AD will not
was proposed in the NPRM for
January 4, 2016 (81 FR 28) (‘‘the have federalism implications under
correcting the unsafe condition; and
NPRM’’). The NPRM was prompted by • Do not add any additional burden Executive Order 13132. This AD will
reports of multiple cases of ram air upon the public than was already not have a substantial direct effect on
turbine (RAT) blade damage. The NPRM proposed in the NPRM. the States, on the relationship between
proposed to require deployment of the the national government and the States,
RAT, replacement of the RAT placard Related Service Information Under 1 or on the distribution of power and
with a new RAT placard, and re- CFR Part 51 responsibilities among the various
identification of the RAT. We are We reviewed Dassault Service levels of government.
issuing this AD to prevent blade damage Bulletin 7X–289, dated January 21, For the reasons discussed above, I
asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES
to the RAT, which could prevent RAT 2015. The service information describes certify that this AD:
deployment in flight during an procedures for deployment of the RAT, 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
emergency, possibly resulting in replacement of the RAT placard with a action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
reduced control of the airplane. new RAT placard, and re-identification 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
The European Aviation Safety Agency of the RAT. This service information is DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent reasonably available because the (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
for the Member States of the European interested parties have access to it 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Union, has issued EASA AD 2015–0076, through their normal course of business Alaska; and
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4. Will not have a significant (1) Change P/N 1705673A to P/N (IBR) of the service information listed in this
economic impact, positive or negative, 1705673B. paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
on a substantial number of small entities (2) Change P/N 1705673A to a part number part 51.
that is approved as a replacement for P/N (2) You must use this service information
under the criteria of the Regulatory
1705673A and approved as part of the type as applicable to do the actions required by
Flexibility Act. design by the Manager, International Branch, this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 ANM–116, Transport Airplane Directorate, (i) Dassault Service Bulletin 7X–289, dated
FAA; or the European Aviation Safety January 21, 2015.
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Agency (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA (ii) Reserved.
safety, Incorporation by reference, Design Organization Approval (DOA); after (3) For service information identified in
Safety. the issue date of Dassault Service Bulletin this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box
7X–289, dated January 21, 2015. 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
Adoption of the Amendment telephone: 201–440–6700; Internet: http://
(h) Exception to Paragraph (g) of This AD www.dassaultfalcon.com.
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator, An airplane on which Dassault Aviation (4) You may view this service information
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as Modification M1428 has been embodied in at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
production is not affected by the 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
follows: requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD, information on the availability of this
provided no RAT P/N 1705673A has been material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS installed on that airplane since first flight. (5) You may view this service information
DIRECTIVES
(i) Parts Installation Prohibition that is incorporated by reference at the
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 National Archives and Records
As of the effective date of this AD, no Administration (NARA). For information on
continues to read as follows: person may install a RAT having P/N the availability of this material at NARA, call
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. 1705673A, on any airplane. 202–741–6030, or go to: http://www.archives.
(j) Other FAA AD Provisions gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
§ 39.13 [Amended]
The following provisions also apply to this Issued in Renton, Washington, on March
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
AD: 31, 2016.
the following new airworthiness (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance Victor Wicklund,
directive (AD): (AMOCs): The Manager, International Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
2016–08–01 Dassault Aviation: Branch, ANM–116, FAA, has the authority to Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
Amendment 39–18477. Docket No. approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. [FR Doc. 2016–08952 Filed 4–25–16; 8:45 am]
FAA–2015–7532; Directorate Identifier
2015–NM–069–AD. In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
request to your principal inspector or local
(a) Effective Date Flight Standards District Office, as
This AD is effective May 31, 2016. appropriate. If sending information directly DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
to the International Branch, send it to ATTN:
(b) Affected ADs
Tom Rodriquez, Aerospace Engineer, Office of Workers’ Compensation
None. International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Programs
(c) Applicability
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation telephone: 425–227–1137; fax: 425–227– 20 CFR Part 725
Model FALCON 7X airplanes, certificated in 1149. Information may be emailed to: 9-
any category, all serial numbers. RIN 1240–AA10
ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov.
(d) Subject Before using any approved AMOC, notify Black Lung Benefits Act: Disclosure of
your appropriate principal inspector, or
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
lacking a principal inspector, the manager of
Medical Information and Payment of
America Code 24, Electrical power. Benefits
the local flight standards district office/
(e) Reason certificate holding district office. The AMOC AGENCY: Office of Workers’
approval letter must specifically reference
This AD was prompted by reports of Compensation Programs, Labor.
multiple cases of ram air turbine (RAT) blade this AD.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any ACTION: Final rule.
damage. We are issuing this AD to prevent
blade damage to the RAT, which could requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must SUMMARY: This final rule revises the
prevent RAT deployment in flight during an regulations implementing the Black
emergency, possibly resulting in reduced be accomplished using a method approved
control of the airplane. by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– Lung Benefits Act to address certain
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or procedural issues that have arisen in
(f) Compliance the European Aviation Safety Agency claim adjudications and other technical
Comply with this AD within the (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design issues. To protect miners’ health, assist
compliance times specified, unless already Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by parties without adequate legal
done. the DOA, the approval must include the
representation, and enhance the
DOA-authorized signature.
(g) Placard Replacement accuracy of benefits entitlement
(k) Related Information decisions, the final rule includes a new
Except as provided by paragraph (h) of this
AD: Within 28 months or during the next Refer to Mandatory Continuing provision that requires all parties to
accomplishment of the RAT functional test, Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD exchange with each other any medical
asabaliauskas on DSK3SPTVN1PROD with RULES
whichever occurs first after the effective date 2015–0076, dated May 6, 2015, for related information developed in connection
of this AD, deploy the RAT, replace the RAT information. This MCAI may be found in the with a claim for benefits and allows for
placard with a new RAT placard, and re- AD docket on the Internet at http:// the imposition of sanctions for failure to
identify the RAT part number (P/N) www.regulations.gov by searching for and
comply with the rule. The final rule also
1705673A to a part number identified in locating Docket No. FAA–2015–7532.
paragraph (g)(1) or (g)(2) of this AD, in clarifies a liable coal mine operator’s
accordance with the Accomplishment (l) Material Incorporated by Reference obligation to pay effective benefits
Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin 7X– (1) The Director of the Federal Register awards by requiring payment before
289, dated January 21, 2015. approved the incorporation by reference allowing the operator to challenge the
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| Category | Regulatory Information | |
| Collection | Federal Register | |
| sudoc Class | AE 2.7: GS 4.107: AE 2.106: | |
| Publisher | Office of the Federal Register, National Archives and Records Administration | |
| Section | Rules and Regulations | |
| Action | Final rule. | |
| Dates | This AD is effective May 31, 2016. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriquez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone: 425-227-1137; fax: 425-227-1149. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 24462 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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