81 FR 71586 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 201 (October 18, 2016)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 81, Issue 201 (October 18, 2016)
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| FR Document | 2016-22832 |
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 201 (Tuesday, October 18, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 71586-71589] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-22832] [[Page 71586]] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2015-3629; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-011-AD; Amendment 39-18662; AD 2016-19-13] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON 900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This AD was prompted by a report of an in-flight lightning strike to the WHELEN anti- collision light located on the top of the vertical fin tip that caused severe damage and resulted in the loss of some airplane functions. This AD requires modification of the anti-collision light bonding. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of electrical power and essential airplane functions, and possible reduced control of the airplane. DATES: This AD is effective November 22, 2016. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 22, 2016. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, 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-2015-3629. 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- 3629; 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 Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1139. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON 900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The SNPRM published in the Federal Register on June 17, 2016 (81 FR 39597) (``the SNPRM''). We preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that published in the Federal Register on September 24, 2015 (80 FR 57545) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM proposed to require modification of the anti- collision light bonding. The NPRM was prompted by a report of an in- flight lightning strike to the WHELEN anti-collision light located on the top of the vertical fin tip that caused severe damage and induced the loss of some airplane functions. The SNPRM proposed to clarify the applicability. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of electrical power and essential airplane functions, and possible 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 Airworthiness Directive 2015-0006, dated January 15, 2015 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON 900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The MCAI states: An occurrence was reported where a Falcon 2000 aeroplane experienced an in-flight lightning strike, which caused severe damage and induced the loss of some aeroplane functions. The investigation results revealed that the entering point of the lightning was at the WHELEN anti-collision light located on the top of the vertical fin tip. When the lightning strike hit the anti-collision light, an electric arc occurred between the aeroplane structure and the anti- collision light and created a conductive path by which the lightning current entered inside the aeroplane. Further analysis has determined that the electrical bonding between the WHELEN anti- collision light, Part Number (P/N) 01-0790044-09, and the fin tip fairing or the No. 2 engine air intake cover is insufficient to withstand a lightning strike. In case of severe lightning, this condition, if not corrected, could lead to an unsafe condition (loss of electrical power and/or of essential functions) possibly resulting in reduced control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, Dassault Aviation developed a modification (mod) to improve the WHELEN anti-collision light bonding when the anti-collision light is located on top of the vertical fin tip or on No. 2 engine air intake cover, and issued several Service Bulletins (SB) to modify all affected aeroplanes in service. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires modification of the anti-collision light bonding. 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- 3629. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM 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 SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the SNPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed the following service information. Dassault Service Bulletin F50-481, Revision 1 (also referred to as 481-R1), dated January 26, 2015. Dassault Service Bulletin F900-372, Revision 1 (also referred to as 372-R1), dated January 26, 2015. Dassault Service Bulletin F900-378, Revision 1 (also referred to as 378-R1), dated January 26, 2015. Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-285, Revision 1 (also referred to as 285-R1), dated January 26, 2015. [[Page 71587]] Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305, Revision 1 (also referred to as 305-R1), dated January 26, 2015. Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-337, Revision 1 (also referred to as 337-R1), dated January 26, 2015. Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108-R1), dated January 26, 2015. The service information describes procedures for modifying the anti-collision light bonding. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models in different configurations. 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 778 airplanes of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it would take about 12 work-hours per product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts would cost about $801 per product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be $1,416,738, or $1,821 per product. 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 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): 2016-19-13 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-18662; Docket No. FAA- 2015-3629; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-011-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective November 22, 2016. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Dassault Aviation airplanes, certificated in any category, identified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD. Figure 1 to Paragraph (c) of This AD--Applicability ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Except airplanes modified through: \1\ ----------------------------------------------- Airplanes Configuration Dassault modification embodied in Service bulletin in production service ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dassault Aviation Model M1853 has been embodied in M2083 or M3094 \2\.... Dassault Service MYSTERE[dash]FALCON 50 airplanes. production or in service Bulletin through Dassault Service F50[dash]257. Bulletin F50-241. Dassault Aviation Model Group 1: M1682 has been M5381................. Not applicable. MYSTERE[dash]FALCON 900 airplanes. embodied in production or in service through Dassault Service Bulletin F900-182 \3\. Group 2: M1682 has been M5386................. Not applicable. embodied in production or in service through Dassault Service Bulletin F900-182 and Modification M1947 is embodied in production or in service through Dassault Service Bulletin F900-176 \4\. Dassault Aviation Model FALCON Group 1: M1682 has been M5381................. Not applicable. 900EX airplanes. embodied in production or in service through Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX[dash]025 \3\. Group 2: M1682 has been M5103 or M5386........ Not applicable. embodied in production or in service through Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX[dash]025 and Modification M1947 is embodied in production or in service through Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX[dash]19 \4\. [[Page 71588]] Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 M331 has been embodied in M810 or M1061 or M2778 Dassault Service airplanes. production or in service Bulletin F2000-111. through Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-44. Dassault Aviation Model FALCON M1802 has been embodied in M810 or M1061 or M2778 Not applicable. 2000EX airplanes. production. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- \1\ The excluded airplanes, as specified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD--Applicability, embody either one modification in production or one service bulletin in service, as applicable. \2\ Modification M2083, Dassault Service Bulletin F50-257, Modification M1947, Dassault Service Bulletin F900- 176, Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-19, Modification M5103, as applicable, introduce fin tip SATCOM fairing, in production or in service. \3\ Group 1: Airplanes with WHELEN anti-collision light located on top of the vertical fin tip. \4\ Group 2: Airplanes with WHELEN anti-collision light located on top of the engine No. 2 air intake cover. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 33, Lights. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a report of an in-flight lightning strike to the WHELEN anti-collision light located on the top of the vertical fin tip that caused severe damage and resulted in the loss of some airplane functions. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of electrical power and essential airplane functions, and possible reduced control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Modification Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, modify the anti-collision light bonding, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information specified in paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(7) of this AD. (1) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F50-481, Revision 1 (also referred to as 481-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (2) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin F900-372, Revision 1 (also referred to as 372-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (3) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900- 378, Revision 1 (also referred to as 378-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (4) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX- 285, Revision 1 (also referred to as 285-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (5) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305, Revision 1 (also referred to as 305-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (6) For Model FALCON 2000 airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-337, Revision 1 (also referred to as 337-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (7) For Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (h) Credit for Previous Actions This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective date of this AD using the applicable service information identified in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(7) of this AD. (1) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F50-481, dated August 22, 2007. (2) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin F900-372, dated August 22, 2007. (3) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900- 378, dated September 19, 2007. (4) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX- 285, dated July 18, 2007. (5) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305, dated September 19, 2007. (6) For Model FALCON 2000 airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-337, dated July 25, 2007. (7) For Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-108, dated July 25, 2007. (i) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0006, dated January 15, 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-2015-3629. (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 EASA; or Dassault Aviation's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0006, dated January 15, 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-2015-3629. (2) Service information identified in this AD that is not incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD. (k) 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 F50-481, Revision 1 (also referred to as 481-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (ii) Dassault Service Bulletin F900-372, Revision 1 (also referred to as 372-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (iii) Dassault Service Bulletin F900-378, Revision 1 (also referred to as 378-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (iv) Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-285, Revision 1 (also referred to as 285-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (v) Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305, Revision 1 (also referred to as 305-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (vi) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-337, Revision 1 (also referred to as 337-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (vii) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108-R1), dated January 26, 2015. (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201-440-6700; Internet http://www.dassaultfalcon. [[Page 71589]] (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 September 14, 2016. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION contains this AD, the regulatory When the lightning strike hit the anti-
evaluation, any comments received, and collision light, an electric arc occurred
Federal Aviation Administration other information. The street address for between the aeroplane structure and the anti-
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– collision light and created a conductive path
14 CFR Part 39 by which the lightning current entered inside
5527) is Docket Management Facility, the aeroplane. Further analysis has
[Docket No. FAA–2015–3629; Directorate U.S. Department of Transportation, determined that the electrical bonding
Identifier 2015–NM–011–AD; Amendment Docket Operations, M–30, West between the WHELEN anti-collision light,
39–18662; AD 2016–19–13] Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, Part Number (P/N) 01–0790044–09, and the
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., fin tip fairing or the No. 2 engine air intake
RIN 2120–AA64 cover is insufficient to withstand a lightning
Washington, DC 20590.
strike.
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
In case of severe lightning, this condition,
Aviation Airplanes Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ANM– if not corrected, could lead to an unsafe
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, condition (loss of electrical power and/or of
AGENCY: Federal Aviation FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, essential functions) possibly resulting in
Administration (FAA), Department of WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227– reduced control of the aeroplane.
Transportation (DOT). 1137; fax 425–227–1139. To address this potential unsafe condition,
ACTION: Final rule. Dassault Aviation developed a modification
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
(mod) to improve the WHELEN anti-collision
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new Discussion light bonding when the anti-collision light is
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain located on top of the vertical fin tip or on No.
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE– We issued a supplemental notice of 2 engine air intake cover, and issued several
FALCON 50, MYSTERE–FALCON 900, proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to Service Bulletins (SB) to modify all affected
FALCON 900EX, FALCON 2000, and amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD aeroplanes in service.
that would apply to certain Dassault For the reasons described above, this
FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This AD [EASA] AD requires modification of the anti-
was prompted by a report of an in-flight Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON
50, MYSTERE–FALCON 900, FALCON collision light bonding.
lightning strike to the WHELEN anti-
collision light located on the top of the 900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON You may examine the MCAI in the AD
vertical fin tip that caused severe 2000EX airplanes. The SNPRM docket on the Internet at http://
damage and resulted in the loss of some published in the Federal Register on www.regulations.gov by searching for
airplane functions. This AD requires June 17, 2016 (81 FR 39597) (‘‘the and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
modification of the anti-collision light SNPRM’’). We preceded the SNPRM 3629.
bonding. We are issuing this AD to with a notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM) that published in the Federal Comments
prevent loss of electrical power and
essential airplane functions, and Register on September 24, 2015 (80 FR We gave the public the opportunity to
possible reduced control of the airplane. 57545) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM participate in developing this AD. We
proposed to require modification of the received no comments on the SNPRM or
DATES: This AD is effective November
anti-collision light bonding. The NPRM on the determination of the cost to the
22, 2016. was prompted by a report of an in-flight public.
The Director of the Federal Register lightning strike to the WHELEN anti-
approved the incorporation by reference Conclusion
collision light located on the top of the
of certain publications listed in this AD vertical fin tip that caused severe We reviewed the relevant data and
as of November 22, 2016. damage and induced the loss of some determined that air safety and the
ADDRESSES: For service information airplane functions. The SNPRM public interest require adopting this AD
identified in this final rule, contact proposed to clarify the applicability. We as proposed except for minor editorial
Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, are issuing this AD to prevent loss of changes. We have determined that these
Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South electrical power and essential airplane minor changes:
Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201– functions, and possible reduced control • Are consistent with the intent that
440–6700; Internet http:// of the airplane. was proposed in the SNPRM for
www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may The European Aviation Safety Agency correcting the unsafe condition; and
view this referenced service information (EASA), which is the Technical Agent • Do not add any additional burden
at the FAA, Transport Airplane for the Member States of the European upon the public than was already
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness proposed in the SNPRM.
Renton, WA. For information on the Directive 2015–0006, dated January 15, Related Service Information Under 1
availability of this material at the FAA, 2015 (referred to after this as the CFR Part 51
call 425–227–1221. It is also available Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
on the Internet at http:// Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct We reviewed the following service
www.regulations.gov by searching for an unsafe condition for certain Dassault information.
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON • Dassault Service Bulletin F50–481,
3629. 50, MYSTERE–FALCON 900, FALCON Revision 1 (also referred to as 481–R1),
900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON dated January 26, 2015.
Examining the AD Docket • Dassault Service Bulletin F900–372,
2000EX airplanes. The MCAI states:
You may examine the AD docket on Revision 1 (also referred to as 372–R1),
the Internet at http:// An occurrence was reported where a dated January 26, 2015.
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Falcon 2000 aeroplane experienced an in-
www.regulations.gov by searching for • Dassault Service Bulletin F900–378,
flight lightning strike, which caused severe
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015– damage and induced the loss of some Revision 1 (also referred to as 378–R1),
3629; or in person at the Docket aeroplane functions. The investigation results dated January 26, 2015.
Management Facility between 9 a.m. revealed that the entering point of the • Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, lightning was at the WHELEN anti-collision 285, Revision 1 (also referred to as 285–
except Federal holidays. The AD docket light located on the top of the vertical fin tip. R1), dated January 26, 2015.
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• Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX– detail the scope of the Agency’s under the criteria of the Regulatory
305, Revision 1 (also referred to as 305– authority. Flexibility Act.
R1), dated January 26, 2015. We are issuing this rulemaking under
• Dassault Service Bulletin F2000– List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
337, Revision 1 (also referred to as 337– Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
R1), dated January 26, 2015. General requirements.’’ Under that safety, Incorporation by reference,
• Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX– section, Congress charges the FAA with Safety.
108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108– promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
R1), dated January 26, 2015. air commerce by prescribing regulations Adoption of the Amendment
The service information describes for practices, methods, and procedures Accordingly, under the authority
procedures for modifying the anti- the Administrator finds necessary for delegated to me by the Administrator,
collision light bonding. These safety in air commerce. This regulation the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
documents are distinct since they apply is within the scope of that authority follows:
to different airplane models in different because it addresses an unsafe condition
configurations. This service information that is likely to exist or develop on PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
is reasonably available because the products identified in this rulemaking DIRECTIVES
interested parties have access to it action.
through their normal course of business ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
or by the means identified in the Regulatory Findings
continues to read as follows:
ADDRESSES section. We determined that this AD will not Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Costs of Compliance have federalism implications under
Executive Order 13132. This AD will § 39.13 [Amended]
We estimate that this AD affects 778
not have a substantial direct effect on
airplanes of U.S. registry. ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
We also estimate that it would take the States, on the relationship between
the national government and the States, the following new airworthiness
about 12 work-hours per product to directive (AD):
comply with the basic requirements of or on the distribution of power and
responsibilities among the various 2016–19–13 Dassault Aviation:
this AD. The average labor rate is $85 Amendment 39–18662; Docket No.
per work-hour. Required parts would levels of government.
For the reasons discussed above, I FAA–2015–3629; Directorate Identifier
cost about $801 per product. Based on 2015–NM–011–AD.
these figures, we estimate the cost of certify that this AD:
this AD on U.S. operators to be 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory (a) Effective Date
$1,416,738, or $1,821 per product. action’’ under Executive Order 12866; This AD is effective November 22, 2016.
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
Authority for This Rulemaking (b) Affected ADs
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
Title 49 of the United States Code (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); None.
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in (c) Applicability
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, Alaska; and This AD applies to Dassault Aviation
section 106, describes the authority of 4. Will not have a significant airplanes, certificated in any category,
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: economic impact, positive or negative, identified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more on a substantial number of small entities AD.
FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (c) OF THIS AD—APPLICABILITY
Except airplanes modified through: 1
Airplanes Configuration Dassault modification Service bulletin in
embodied in service
production
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON M1853 has been embodied in production or M2083 or M3094 2 ...... Dassault Service Bul-
50 airplanes. in service through Dassault Service Bulletin letin F50-257.
F50–241.
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON Group 1: M1682 has been embodied in pro- M5381 ........................ Not applicable.
900 airplanes. duction or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900–182 3.
Group 2: M1682 has been embodied in pro- M5386 ........................ Not applicable.
duction or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900–182 and Modification
M1947 is embodied in production or in
service through Dassault Service Bulletin
F900–176 4.
Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 900EX air- Group 1: M1682 has been embodied in pro- M5381 ........................ Not applicable.
planes. duction or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900EX-025 3.
Group 2: M1682 has been embodied in pro- M5103 or M5386 ........ Not applicable.
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duction or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900EX-025 and Modifica-
tion M1947 is embodied in production or in
service through Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX-19 4.
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(4) You may view this service information P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA Comments
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 98124–2207; telephone: 206–544–5000,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For We gave the public the opportunity to
extension 1; fax: 206–766–5680; Internet participate in developing this AD. The
information on the availability of this
https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You following presents the comments
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(5) You may view this service information may view this referenced service received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
that is incorporated by reference at the information at the FAA, Transport response to each comment. Boeing
National Archives and Records Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue stated that it supports the NPRM.
Administration (NARA). For information on SW., Renton, WA. For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, call the availability of this material at the Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
202–741–6030, or go to: http:// FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also of the Proposed Actions
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr- available on the Internet at http://
locations.html.
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
www.regulations.gov by searching for accomplishing the supplemental type
Issued in Renton, Washington, on and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
September 14, 2016.
certificate (STC) ST01920SE does not
3703. affect the actions specified in the
Michael Kaszycki,
Examining the AD Docket NPRM.
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane We concur with the commenter. We
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
You may examine the AD docket on have redesignated paragraph (c) of this
[FR Doc. 2016–22832 Filed 10–17–16; 8:45 am] the Internet at http:// AD as (c)(1) and added new paragraph
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P www.regulations.gov by searching for (c)(2) to this AD to state that installation
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– of STC ST01920SE does not affect the
3703; or in person at the Docket ability to accomplish the actions
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Management Facility between 9 a.m. required by this final rule. Therefore, for
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, airplanes on which STC ST01920SE is
Federal Aviation Administration
except Federal holidays. The AD docket installed, a ‘‘change in product’’
contains this AD, the regulatory alternative method of compliance
14 CFR Part 39
evaluation, any comments received, and (AMOC) approval request is not
[Docket No. FAA–2016–3703; Directorate other information. The address for the necessary to comply with the
Identifier 2015–NM–115–AD; Amendment Docket Office (phone: 800–647–5527) is requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
39–18669; AD 2016–20–03]
Docket Management Facility, U.S. Request To Revise the Compliance
RIN 2120–AA64 Department of Transportation, Docket Time for the Repetitive Inspection
Operations, M–30, West Building Intervals
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
Company Airplanes New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, United Airlines (UAL) requested that
DC 20590. we revise the repetitive inspection
AGENCY: Federal Aviation intervals for any repair accomplished
Administration (FAA), DOT. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: using the structural repair manual
ACTION: Final rule. Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer, (SRM) specified in Part 2 of Boeing
Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA, Alert Service Bulletin 767–53A0260,
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new Seattle Aircraft Certification Office dated August 26, 2014. UAL commented
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain (ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, that a Zone B repair is Category B, and
The Boeing Company Model 767–200, WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6447; per the SRM inspections, the airplanes
–300, and –400ER series airplanes. This fax: 425–917–6590; email: would have an initial inspection at
AD was prompted by an evaluation by wayne.lockett@faa.gov. 25,000 total flight cycles after airplane
the design approval holder (DAH) delivery. UAL stated that the initial
indicating that the skin lap splice is SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
inspection compliance time for the
subject to widespread fatigue damage proposed rule is 40,000 total flight
Discussion
(WFD). This AD requires repetitive cycles, and if a repair is accomplished
external detailed and surface high We issued a notice of proposed at this time, it is already over the initial
frequency eddy current (HFEC) rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR inspection threshold specified in the
inspections of the outer skin for part 39 by adding an AD that would SRM.
cracking around fastener heads common apply to certain The Boeing Company We agree with the commenter’s
to the inboard fastener row of the skin Model 767–200, –300, and –400ER request. There is a conflict between the
lap splice and corrective action. We are series airplanes. The NPRM published initial inspection thresholds in Boeing
issuing this AD to detect and correct in the Federal Register on February 25, Alert Service Bulletin 767–53A0260,
fatigue cracking of the skin lap splice, 2016 (81 FR 9367) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The dated August 26, 2014, and the Category
which could grow and result in possible NPRM was prompted by an evaluation B repair specified in the SRM. We are
rapid decompression and reduced by the DAH indicating that the skin lap working with Boeing to revise the
structural integrity of the airplane. splice is subject to WFD. The NPRM conflicting compliance times for the
DATES: This AD is effective November proposed to require repetitive external SRM repairs. We have added a new
22, 2016. detailed and surface HFEC inspections paragraph (h) in this AD, which
The Director of the Federal Register of the outer skin for cracking around provides clarification that the post-
approved the incorporation by reference fastener heads common to the inboard repair damage tolerance inspections are
Lhorne on DSK30JT082PROD with RULES
of a certain publication listed in this AD fastener row of the skin lap splice. We not required by this AD, but are
as of November 22, 2016. are issuing this AD to detect and correct airworthiness limitations (ALIs), and
ADDRESSES: For service information fatigue cracking of the skin lap splice, those inspections are required by
identified in this final rule, contact which could grow and result in possible maintenance and operational rules. Any
Boeing Commercial Airplanes, rapid decompression and reduced deviation from the post-repair ALI
Attention: Data & Services Management, structural integrity of the airplane. inspections will need FAA approval,
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| 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 November 22, 2016. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1139. | |
| FR Citation | 81 FR 71586 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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