82 FR 1621 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 4 (January 6, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
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[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 4 (Friday, January 6, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 1621-1623] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2016-31963] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2016-9569; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-052-AD] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT. ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We propose to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-03- 12 for all Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes. AD 2013-03-12 currently requires revising the maintenance program to incorporate new or revised maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations. Since we issued AD 2013-03-12, the manufacturer has issued a revision to the airplane maintenance manual (AMM) that introduces new or more restrictive maintenance requirements and/or airworthiness limitations. This proposed AD would require revising the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate new or revised maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations. We are proposing this AD to prevent reduced structural integrity of the airplane. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 21, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments. Fax: 202-493-2251. Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590. Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. For service information identified in this NPRM, 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. 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-2016- 9569; 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 proposed AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations office (telephone 800-647-5527) is in the ADDRESSES section. Comments will be available in the AD docket shortly after receipt. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, 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: Comments Invited We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2016-9569; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-052-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend this proposed AD based on those comments. We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we receive about this proposed AD. Discussion On February 1, 2013, we issued AD 2013-03-12, Amendment 39-17347 (78 FR 9798, February 12, 2013) (``AD 2013-03-12''). AD 2013-03-12 requires actions intended to address an unsafe condition on all Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes. Since we issued AD 2013-03-12, the manufacturer has issued a revision to the AMM that introduces new or more restrictive maintenance requirements and/or airworthiness limitations. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0067, dated April 7, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes. The MCAI states: The airworthiness limitations and maintenance requirements for the Myst[egrave]re Falcon 50 type design are included in DA Myst[egrave]re Falcon 50 Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM) chapter 5-40 and are approved by EASA. Failure to implement these limitations or accomplish these tasks could result in an unsafe condition [reduced structural integrity of the airplane]. Consequently, compliance with these actions has been identified as mandatory for continued airworthiness. Consequently, EASA issued AD 2011-0246 [which corresponds to FAA AD 2013-03-12] to require accomplishment of the maintenance tasks, and implementation of the airworthiness limitations, as specified in DA Myst[egrave]re Falcon 50 AMM chapter 5-40 Revision 21. Since that [EASA] AD was issued, DA issued revision 23 of the Mystere Falcon 50 AMM chapter 5-40 (hereafter referred to as `the ALS' in this [EASA] AD), which introduces new and more restrictive maintenance requirements and/or airworthiness limitations. The ALS introduces, among others, the following changes: --Addition of more detailed data regarding SSIP program, --Task 53-50-35-220-802 ``Detailed inspection of the frame 35 upper and lower sections'', replacing Task 53-50-35-220-801, --Task 55-00-00-270-801 ``Ultrasonic inspection for stress corrosion in stabilizer hinges'', replacing Task 55-00-00-250-801, and --Task 78-31-00-250-802 ``Special detailed inspection (fluorescent penetrant) of thrust reverser door hinge fittings'', replacing Task 78-31-00-250-801. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD, retains the requirements of EASA AD 2011-0246, which is superseded, and requires the implementation of the maintenance tasks and airworthiness limitations, as specified in the ALS. This proposed AD would require revising the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate [[Page 1622]] new or revised maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations. 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-2016- 9569. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Dassault Aviation has issued Section 05-40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5-40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, Revision 23, dated July 2015. The service information describes maintenance requirements and/or airworthiness limitations. 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. FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same type design. This AD requires revisions to certain operator maintenance documents to include new actions (e.g., inspections). Compliance with these actions is required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For airplanes that have been previously modified, altered, or repaired in the areas addressed by this proposed AD, the operator may not be able to accomplish the actions described in the revisions. In this situation, to comply with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator must request approval for an alternative method of compliance according to paragraph (l)(1) of this proposed AD. The request should include a description of changes to the required actions that will ensure the continued damage tolerance of the affected structure. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 249 airplanes of U.S. registry. The actions required by AD 2013-03-12, and retained in this proposed AD, take about 1 work-hour per product, at an average labor rate of $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, the estimated cost of the actions that are required by AD 2013-03-12 is $85 per product. We also estimate that it would take about 1 work-hour per product to comply with the basic requirements of this proposed AD. The average labor rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this proposed AD on U.S. operators to be $21,165, or $85 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 proposed AD would not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 this proposed regulation: 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. The Proposed Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013-03-12, Amendment 39-17347 (78 FR 9798, February 12, 2013), and adding the following new AD: Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA-2016-9569; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-052-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by February 21, 2017. (b) Affected ADs (1) This AD replaces AD 2013-03-12, Amendment 39-17347 (78 FR 9798, February 12, 2013) (``AD 2013-03-12''). (2) This AD affects AD 2010-26-05, Amendment 39-16544 (75 FR 79952, December 21, 2010) (``AD 2010-26-05''), and AD 2012-02-18, Amendment 39-16941 (77 FR 12175, February 29, 2012) (``AD-2012-02- 18''). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes, certificated in any category, all manufacturer serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 05, Periodic inspections. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a manufacturer revision to the airplane maintenance manual (AMM) that introduces new or more restrictive maintenance requirements and/or airworthiness limitations. We are issuing this AD to prevent reduced structural integrity of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Retained Maintenance Program Revision, With No Changes This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (g) of AD 2013-03-12, with no changes. Within 30 days after March 19, 2013 (the effective date of AD 2013-03-12): Revise the maintenance program to incorporate all airworthiness limitations and maintenance tasks specified in Section 05-40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5-40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/ 50EX Maintenance Manual, [[Page 1623]] Revision 21, dated June 2011. The initial compliance times for the tasks are at the applicable times specified in Section 05-40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5-40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, Revision 21, dated June 2011, or within 30 days after March 19, 2013, whichever occurs later. (h) Retained Provision Regarding Alternative Actions, Intervals, and Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCLs), With New Exception This paragraph restates the requirements of paragraph (h) of AD 2013-03-12, with a new exception. Except as required by paragraph (i) of this AD: After accomplishing the revisions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections), intervals, and/or CDCCLs may be used other than those specified in Section 05-40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5-40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, Revision 21, dated June 2011, unless the actions, intervals, and/or CDCCLs are approved as an alternative methods of compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. (i) New Maintenance or Inspection Program Revision Within 30 days after the effective date of this AD: Revise the maintenance or inspection program, as applicable, to incorporate airworthiness limitations, maintenance tasks, and associated thresholds and intervals specified in Section 05-40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5-40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, Revision 23, dated July 2015. The initial compliance times for the tasks are at the applicable times specified in Section 05-40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5-40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, Revision 23, dated July 2015, or within 30 days after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. Accomplishing the revision of the maintenance or inspection program required by this paragraph terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (j) New Provision Regarding Alternative Actions and Intervals After the maintenance or inspection program has been revised as required by paragraph (i) of this AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may be used unless the actions and intervals are approved as an AMOC in accordance with the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) of this AD. (k) Terminating Action for Certain ADs Accomplishing the actions required by paragraph (g) or (i) of this AD terminates all requirements of AD 2010-26-05 and AD 2012-02- 18 for the Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes specified in those ADs. (l) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, 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 Rodriguez, 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. (m) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0067, dated April 7, 2016, 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-2016-9569. (2) 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.com. 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. Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 27, 2016. Jeffrey E. Duven, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2016-31963 Filed 1-5-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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(ii) Any outdoor unit model that has Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 03–12’’). AD 2013–03–12 requires
a certified combination with a rating p.m., Monday through Friday, except actions intended to address an unsafe
below the applicable standard level(s) Federal holidays. condition on all Dassault Aviation
for a region cannot be installed in that For service information identified in Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50
region. The least-efficient combination this NPRM, contact Dassault Falcon Jet airplanes. Since we issued AD 2013–03–
of each basic model must comply with Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. 12, the manufacturer has issued a
this standard. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; revision to the AMM that introduces
* * * * * telephone 201–440–6700; Internet new or more restrictive maintenance
[FR Doc. 2016–29990 Filed 1–5–17; 8:45 am] http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You requirements and/or airworthiness
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may view this referenced service limitations.
information at the FAA, Transport The European Aviation Safety Agency
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SW., Renton, WA. For information on for the Member States of the European
the availability of this material at the Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Federal Aviation Administration FAA, call 425–227–1221. Directive 2016–0067, dated April 7,
Examining the AD Docket 2016 (referred to after this as the
14 CFR Part 39 Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
You may examine the AD docket on Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
[Docket No. FAA–2016–9569; Directorate the Internet at http://
Identifier 2016–NM–052–AD] an unsafe condition for all Dassault
www.regulations.gov by searching for Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50
RIN 2120–AA64 and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– airplanes. The MCAI states:
9569; or in person at the Docket
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Management Facility between 9 a.m. The airworthiness limitations and
Aviation Airplanes maintenance requirements for the Mystère
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
Falcon 50 type design are included in DA
except Federal holidays. The AD docket Mystère Falcon 50 Aircraft Maintenance
AGENCY: Federal Aviation
contains this proposed AD, the Manual (AMM) chapter 5–40 and are
Administration (FAA), DOT.
regulatory evaluation, any comments approved by EASA.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking received, and other information. The Failure to implement these limitations or
(NPRM). street address for the Docket Operations accomplish these tasks could result in an
office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in unsafe condition [reduced structural integrity
SUMMARY: We propose to supersede of the airplane]. Consequently, compliance
Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2013–03– the ADDRESSES section. Comments will
be available in the AD docket shortly with these actions has been identified as
12 for all Dassault Aviation Model mandatory for continued airworthiness.
MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes. AD after receipt.
Consequently, EASA issued AD 2011–0246
2013–03–12 currently requires revising FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom [which corresponds to FAA AD 2013–03–12]
the maintenance program to incorporate Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, to require accomplishment of the
new or revised maintenance International Branch, ANM–116, maintenance tasks, and implementation of
requirements and airworthiness Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, the airworthiness limitations, as specified in
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA DA Mystère Falcon 50 AMM chapter 5–40
limitations. Since we issued AD 2013–
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1137; Revision 21.
03–12, the manufacturer has issued a Since that [EASA] AD was issued, DA
revision to the airplane maintenance fax 425–227–1149.
issued revision 23 of the Mystere Falcon 50
manual (AMM) that introduces new or SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
AMM chapter 5–40 (hereafter referred to as
more restrictive maintenance Comments Invited ‘the ALS’ in this [EASA] AD), which
requirements and/or airworthiness introduces new and more restrictive
limitations. This proposed AD would We invite you to send any written maintenance requirements and/or
require revising the maintenance or relevant data, views, or arguments about airworthiness limitations.
inspection program, as applicable, to this proposed AD. Send your comments The ALS introduces, among others, the
incorporate new or revised maintenance to an address listed under the following changes:
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. —Addition of more detailed data regarding
requirements and airworthiness
limitations. We are proposing this AD to FAA–2016–9569; Directorate Identifier SSIP program,
2016–NM–052–AD’’ at the beginning of —Task 53–50–35–220–802 ‘‘Detailed
prevent reduced structural integrity of inspection of the frame 35 upper and lower
the airplane. your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory, sections’’, replacing Task 53–50–35–220–
DATES: We must receive comments on 801,
economic, environmental, and energy
this proposed AD by February 21, 2017. —Task 55–00–00–270–801 ‘‘Ultrasonic
aspects of this proposed AD. We will inspection for stress corrosion in stabilizer
ADDRESSES: You may send comments by consider all comments received by the hinges’’, replacing Task 55–00–00–250–
any of the following methods: closing date and may amend this 801, and
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to proposed AD based on those comments. —Task 78–31–00–250–802 ‘‘Special detailed
http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the We will post all comments we inspection (fluorescent penetrant) of thrust
instructions for submitting comments. receive, without change, to http:// reverser door hinge fittings’’, replacing
• Fax: 202–493–2251. www.regulations.gov, including any Task 78–31–00–250–801.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
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personal information you provide. We For the reasons described above, this
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– will also post a report summarizing each [EASA] AD, retains the requirements of
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room substantive verbal contact we receive EASA AD 2011–0246, which is superseded,
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., about this proposed AD. and requires the implementation of the
Washington, DC 20590. maintenance tasks and airworthiness
• Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Discussion limitations, as specified in the ALS.
Transportation, Docket Operations, M– On February 1, 2013, we issued AD This proposed AD would require
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room 2013–03–12, Amendment 39–17347 (78 revising the maintenance or inspection
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., FR 9798, February 12, 2013) (‘‘AD 2013– program, as applicable, to incorporate
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new or revised maintenance hour. Based on these figures, the The Proposed Amendment
requirements and airworthiness estimated cost of the actions that are Accordingly, under the authority
limitations. You may examine the MCAI required by AD 2013–03–12 is $85 per delegated to me by the Administrator,
in the AD docket on the Internet at product. the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
http://www.regulations.gov by searching We also estimate that it would take 39 as follows:
for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– about 1 work-hour per product to
9569. comply with the basic requirements of PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
Related Service Information Under 1 this proposed AD. The average labor DIRECTIVES
CFR Part 51 rate is $85 per work-hour. Based on
these figures, we estimate the cost of ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
Dassault Aviation has issued Section this proposed AD on U.S. operators to continues to read as follows:
05–40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of be $21,165, or $85 per product. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Chapter 5–40, Airworthiness
Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/ Authority for This Rulemaking § 39.13 [Amended]
50EX Maintenance Manual, Revision 23, Title 49 of the United States Code ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by
dated July 2015. The service specifies the FAA’s authority to issue removing Airworthiness Directive (AD)
information describes maintenance rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, 2013–03–12, Amendment 39–17347 (78
requirements and/or airworthiness section 106, describes the authority of FR 9798, February 12, 2013), and adding
limitations. This service information is the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: the following new AD:
reasonably available because the Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA–2016–
interested parties have access to it detail the scope of the Agency’s 9569; Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–
through their normal course of business authority. 052–AD.
or by the means identified in the We are issuing this rulemaking under
ADDRESSES section. (a) Comments Due Date
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: We must receive comments by February
FAA’s Determination and Requirements 21, 2017.
of This Proposed AD General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with (b) Affected ADs
This product has been approved by
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in (1) This AD replaces AD 2013–03–12,
the aviation authority of another
air commerce by prescribing regulations Amendment 39–17347 (78 FR 9798, February
country, and is approved for operation
for practices, methods, and procedures 12, 2013) (‘‘AD 2013–03–12’’).
in the United States. Pursuant to our (2) This AD affects AD 2010–26–05,
the Administrator finds necessary for
bilateral agreement with the State of Amendment 39–16544 (75 FR 79952,
safety in air commerce. This regulation
Design Authority, we have been notified December 21, 2010) (‘‘AD 2010–26–05’’), and
is within the scope of that authority
of the unsafe condition described in the AD 2012–02–18, Amendment 39–16941 (77
because it addresses an unsafe condition
MCAI and service information FR 12175, February 29, 2012) (‘‘AD–2012–
that is likely to exist or develop on 02–18’’).
referenced above. We are proposing this
products identified in this rulemaking
AD because we evaluated all pertinent (c) Applicability
action.
information and determined an unsafe This AD applies to Dassault Aviation
condition exists and is likely to exist or Regulatory Findings Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes,
develop on other products of the same We determined that this proposed AD certificated in any category, all manufacturer
type design. would not have federalism implications serial numbers.
This AD requires revisions to certain
under Executive Order 13132. This (d) Subject
operator maintenance documents to
proposed AD would not have a Air Transport Association (ATA) of
include new actions (e.g., inspections).
substantial direct effect on the States, on America Code 05, Periodic inspections.
Compliance with these actions is
the relationship between the national
required by 14 CFR 91.403(c). For (e) Reason
Government and the States, or on the
airplanes that have been previously This AD was prompted by a manufacturer
distribution of power and
modified, altered, or repaired in the revision to the airplane maintenance manual
responsibilities among the various
areas addressed by this proposed AD, (AMM) that introduces new or more
levels of government.
the operator may not be able to restrictive maintenance requirements and/or
accomplish the actions described in the For the reasons discussed above, I airworthiness limitations. We are issuing this
revisions. In this situation, to comply certify this proposed regulation: AD to prevent reduced structural integrity of
with 14 CFR 91.403(c), the operator 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory the airplane.
must request approval for an alternative action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
(f) Compliance
method of compliance according to 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Comply with this AD within the
paragraph (l)(1) of this proposed AD. compliance times specified, unless already
The request should include a (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
done.
description of changes to the required 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Alaska; and (g) Retained Maintenance Program Revision,
actions that will ensure the continued With No Changes
damage tolerance of the affected 4. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative, This paragraph restates the requirements of
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structure.
on a substantial number of small entities paragraph (g) of AD 2013–03–12, with no
Costs of Compliance under the criteria of the Regulatory changes. Within 30 days after March 19, 2013
(the effective date of AD 2013–03–12): Revise
We estimate that this proposed AD Flexibility Act.
the maintenance program to incorporate all
affects 249 airplanes of U.S. registry. airworthiness limitations and maintenance
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
The actions required by AD 2013–03– tasks specified in Section 05–40/00,
12, and retained in this proposed AD, Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–40,
take about 1 work-hour per product, at safety, Incorporation by reference, Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault
an average labor rate of $85 per work- Safety. Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual,
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Revision 21, dated June 2011. The initial (l) Other FAA AD Provisions DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
compliance times for the tasks are at the The following provisions also apply to this
applicable times specified in Section 05–40/ Federal Aviation Administration
AD:
00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the 14 CFR Part 39
Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance (AMOCs): The Manager, International
Manual, Revision 21, dated June 2011, or Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane [Docket No. FAA–2016–9567; Directorate
within 30 days after March 19, 2013, Directorate, FAA, has the authority to Identifier 2016–NM–147–AD]
whichever occurs later. approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. RIN 2120–AA64
(h) Retained Provision Regarding In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
Alternative Actions, Intervals, and Critical Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
request to your principal inspector or local
Design Configuration Control Limitations Airplanes
Flight Standards District Office, as
(CDCCLs), With New Exception
appropriate. If sending information directly AGENCY: Federal Aviation
This paragraph restates the requirements of to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: Administration (FAA), DOT.
paragraph (h) of AD 2013–03–12, with a new Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
exception. Except as required by paragraph ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport (NPRM).
(i) of this AD: After accomplishing the
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
revisions required by paragraph (g) of this
AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections), Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; SUMMARY: We propose to supersede
intervals, and/or CDCCLs may be used other telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149. Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2007–13–
than those specified in Section 05–40/00, Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- 08, for certain Airbus Model A318,
Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–40, AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using A319, A320, and A321 series airplanes.
Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate AD 2007–13–08 currently requires
Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, principal inspector, or lacking a principal repetitive inspections of the auxiliary
Revision 21, dated June 2011, unless the inspector, the manager of the local flight power unit (APU) starter motor, APU
actions, intervals, and/or CDCCLs are standards district office/certificate holding inlet plenum, and APU air intake for
approved as an alternative methods of district office. The AMOC approval letter discrepancies; repetitive cleaning of the
compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the must specifically reference this AD. APU air intake, and applicable
procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) of (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
this AD. corrective actions. Since we issued AD
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective 2007–13–08, a determination was made
(i) New Maintenance or Inspection Program actions from a manufacturer, the action must that the unsafe condition could occur on
Revision be accomplished using a method approved additional airplanes. This proposed AD
Within 30 days after the effective date of by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– would expand the applicability in AD
this AD: Revise the maintenance or 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or 2007–13–08, and include an optional
inspection program, as applicable, to the European Aviation Safety Agency
terminating installation for the
incorporate airworthiness limitations, (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design
repetitive actions. We are proposing this
maintenance tasks, and associated thresholds Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
AD to address the unsafe condition on
and intervals specified in Section 05–40/00, the DOA, the approval must include the
Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–40,
these products.
DOA-authorized signature.
Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault DATES: We must receive comments on
Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, (m) Related Information this proposed AD by February 21, 2017.
Revision 23, dated July 2015. The initial (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
compliance times for the tasks are at the Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA using the procedures found in 14 CFR
applicable times specified in Section 05–40/ Airworthiness Directive 2016–0067, dated 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5– April 7, 2016, for related information. This methods:
40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
Manual, Revision 23, dated July 2015, or http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA– instructions for submitting comments.
within 30 days after the effective date of this
AD, whichever occurs later. Accomplishing
2016–9569. • Fax: 202–493–2251.
the revision of the maintenance or inspection (2) For service information identified in • Mail: U.S. Department of
program required by this paragraph this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
terminates the requirements of paragraph (g) Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
of this AD. 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
telephone 201–440–6700; Internet http:// Washington, DC 20590.
(j) New Provision Regarding Alternative
Actions and Intervals
www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
service information at the FAA, Transport address above between 9 a.m. and 5
After the maintenance or inspection Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
program has been revised as required by p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Renton, WA. For information on the Federal holidays.
paragraph (i) of this AD, no alternative availability of this material at the FAA, call
actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may be For service information identified in
425–227–1221. this NPRM, contact Airbus,
used unless the actions and intervals are
approved as an AMOC in accordance with Issued in Renton, Washington, on Airworthiness Office–EIAS, 1 Rond
the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) December 27, 2016. Point Maurice Bellonte, 31707 Blagnac
sradovich on DSK3GMQ082PROD with PROPOSALS
of this AD. Jeffrey E. Duven, Cedex, France; telephone: +33 5 61 93
(k) Terminating Action for Certain ADs Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, 36 96; fax: +33 5 61 93 44 51; email:
Accomplishing the actions required by Aircraft Certification Service. account.airworth-eas@airbus.com;
paragraph (g) or (i) of this AD terminates all [FR Doc. 2016–31963 Filed 1–5–17; 8:45 am]
Internet: http://www.airbus.com. You
requirements of AD 2010–26–05 and AD may view this referenced service
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
2012–02–18 for the Dassault Aviation Model information at the FAA, Transport
MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes specified Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
in those ADs. SW., Renton, WA. For information on
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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 | Proposed Rules | |
| Action | Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM). | |
| Dates | We must receive comments on this proposed AD by February 21, 2017. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriguez, 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 | 82 FR 1621 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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