82 FR 21469 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 88 (May 9, 2017)

Page Range		21469-21471
FR Document		2017-09323

We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Dassault Aviation Model FAN JET FALCON airplanes; all Model FAN JET FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, and G airplanes; and all Model MYSTERE-FALCON 20-C5, 20-D5, 20-E5, and 20-F5 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a determination that inspections for discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead are necessary. This AD requires repetitive inspections for discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead, and repair if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2016-9303; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-093-AD; 
Amendment 39-18875; AD 2017-10-01]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all 
Dassault Aviation Model FAN JET FALCON airplanes; all Model FAN JET 
FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, and G airplanes; and all Model MYSTERE-FALCON 
20-C5, 20-D5, 20-E5, and 20-F5 airplanes. This AD was prompted by a 
determination that inspections for discrepancies of the fuselage 
bulkhead are necessary. This AD requires repetitive inspections for 
discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead, and repair if

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necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on 
these products.

DATES: This AD is effective June 13, 2017.

ADDRESSES: 

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-
9303; 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, 
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 
FAN JET FALCON airplanes; all Model FAN JET FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, 
and G airplanes; and all Model MYSTERE-FALCON 20-C5, 20-D5, 20-E5, and 
20-F5 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on November 
1, 2016 (81 FR 75757) (``the NPRM'').
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA 
Airworthiness Directive 2016-0096, dated May 19, 2016 (referred to 
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or 
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Dassault Aviation 
Model FAN JET FALCON airplanes; all Model FAN JET FALCON SERIES C, D, 
E, F, and G airplanes; and all Model MYSTERE-FALCON 20-C5, 20-D5, 20-
E5, and 20-F5 airplanes. The MCAI states:

    A detailed inspection (DET) of the fuselage bulkhead at frame 
(FR) 33 is established through a subset of inspection/check 
maintenance procedure referenced in the applicable aircraft 
maintenance manual (AMM), task 53-10-0-6 ``MAIN FRAME--INSPECTION/
CHECK'', with periodicity established in Chapter 5-10, at every C-
Check. Failure to accomplish this DET could lead to deterioration of 
the affected structure.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to 
bulkhead failure, possibly resulting in a rapid depressurization of 
the aeroplane and consequent injury to occupants.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires 
repetitive DET of the bulkhead at FR33 [for discrepancies, such as 
buckling, deformations, cracks, loose countersinks, scratches, 
dents, and corrosion], and depending on findings, repair of the 
affected structure.

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-
9303.

Comments

    We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing 
this AD. The following presents the comment received on the NPRM and 
the FAA's response to the single commenter.

Request To Reduce Compliance Time

    The commenter, Mark Reiner, asked that the compliance time for the 
repetitive inspections required by paragraph (g) of the proposed AD be 
reduced from 5,000 to 2,500 flight cycles. The commenter reasoned that 
since so many airplanes are flying around the world and accumulating 
numerous flight cycles, the chances of problems occurring on an 
airplane are greatly increased.
    We do not agree with the commenter's request. In developing an 
appropriate compliance time for this action, we considered not only the 
degree of urgency associated with addressing the subject unsafe 
condition, but the manufacturer's recommendation for an appropriate 
compliance time, and the practical aspect of accomplishing the 
inspections within an interval of time that corresponds to the typical 
scheduled maintenance for the majority of affected operators. Further, 
we determined that the compliance time recommended by the manufacturer 
and EASA, and the time required for the rulemaking process provide an 
acceptable level of safety. Therefore, we have not changed this AD in 
this regard.

Conclusion

    We reviewed the relevant data, considered the comment received, 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.

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this AD affects 133 airplanes of U.S. registry.
    We also estimate that it takes about 8 work-hours per product to 
comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate 
is $85 per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of 
this AD on U.S. operators to be $90,440, or $680 per product.
    We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide 
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this AD.

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

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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

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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]

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2. The FAA amends Sec.  39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness 
directive (AD):

2017-10-01 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-18875; Docket No. FAA-
2016-9303; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-093-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD is effective June 13, 2017.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to the Dassault Aviation airplanes specified in 
paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any 
category, all manufacturer serial numbers.
    (1) Model FAN JET FALCON and FAN JET FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, 
and G airplanes.
    (2) Model MYSTERE-FALCON 20-C5, 20-D5, 20-E5, and 20-F5 
airplanes.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 53, Fuselage.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by a determination that inspections for 
discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead at frame (FR) 33 are 
necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct 
discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead; such discrepancies could 
result in the deterioration and subsequent failure of the bulkhead, 
which could result in rapid decompression of the airplane and 
consequent injury to occupants.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, 
unless already done.

(g) Repetitive Inspections

    Before exceeding 5,000 total flight cycles since first flight of 
the airplane, or within 500 flight cycles after the effective date 
of this AD, whichever occurs later: Do a detailed inspection for 
discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead at FR 33 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. Repeat the inspection thereafter at intervals 
not to exceed 5,000 flight cycles.

(h) Repair

    If any discrepancy is found during any inspection required by 
paragraph (g) of this AD: Before further flight, repair using a 
method approved by the Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or Dassault 
Aviation's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must 
include the DOA-authorized signature. Repair of an airplane as 
required by this paragraph does not constitute terminating action 
for the repetitive actions required by paragraph (g) of this AD, 
unless specified otherwise in the repair instructions.

(i) 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.
    (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 DOA. If approved by the DOA, the 
approval must include the DOA-authorized signature.

(j) Related Information

    Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) 
EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0096, dated May 19, 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-2016-9303.

(k) Material Incorporated by Reference

    None.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 1, 2017.

Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
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Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–40, MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes specified Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual,
Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault in those ADs. Revision 23, dated July 2015.
Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, (ii) Reserved.
(l) Other FAA AD Provisions
Revision 21, dated June 2011. The initial (4) The following service information was
compliance times for the tasks are at the The following provisions also apply to this approved for IBR on March 19, 2013 (78 FR
applicable times specified in Section 05–40/ AD: 9798, February 12, 2013).
00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5– (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (i) Section 05–40/00, Airworthiness
40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the (AMOCs): The Manager, International Limitations, of Chapter 5–40, Airworthiness
Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane Limitations, of the Dassault Falcon 50/50EX
Manual, Revision 21, dated June 2011, or Directorate, FAA, has the authority to Maintenance Manual, Revision 21, dated
within 30 days after March 19, 2013, approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested June 2011.
whichever occurs later. using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. (ii) Reserved.
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your (5) For service information identified in
(h) Retained Provision Regarding request to your principal inspector or local this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
Alternative Actions, Intervals, and Critical Flight Standards District Office, as Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
Design Configuration Control Limitations appropriate. If sending information directly 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
(CDCCLs), With New Exception to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: telephone 201–440–6700; Internet http://
This paragraph restates the requirements of Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, www.dassaultfalcon.com.
paragraph (h) of AD 2013–03–12, with a new International Branch, ANM–116, Transport (6) You may view this service information
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
exception. Except as required by paragraph
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
(i) of this AD: After accomplishing the
telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149. information on the availability of this
revisions required by paragraph (g) of this
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
AD, no alternative actions (e.g., inspections),
AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using (7) You may view this service information
intervals, and/or CDCCLs may be used other
any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate that is incorporated by reference at the
than those specified in Section 05–40/00, principal inspector, or lacking a principal
Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–40, National Archives and Records
inspector, the manager of the local flight
Airworthiness Limitations, of the Dassault Administration (NARA). For information on
standards district office/certificate holding
Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance Manual, the availability of this material at NARA, call
district office. The AMOC approval letter
Revision 21, dated June 2011, unless the 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
must specifically reference this AD.
actions, intervals, and/or CDCCLs are www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
approved as an alternative methods of locations.html.
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
compliance (AMOC) in accordance with the actions from a manufacturer, the action must Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 24,
procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) of be accomplished using a method approved 2017.
this AD. by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– Paul Bernado,
(i) New Maintenance or Inspection Program 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Revision the European Aviation Safety Agency
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
(EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design
Within 30 days after the effective date of Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by [FR Doc. 2017–08829 Filed 5–8–17; 8:45 am]
this AD: Revise the maintenance or the DOA, the approval must include the BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
inspection program, as applicable, to DOA-authorized signature.
incorporate airworthiness limitations,
maintenance tasks, and associated thresholds (m) Related Information
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
and intervals specified in Section 05–40/00, (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 5–40, Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Federal Aviation Administration
Airworthiness Limitations, of the Erratum to Airworthiness Directive 2016–0067, dated
Dassault Falcon 50/50EX Maintenance April 7, 2016, for related information. This
Manual, Revision 23, dated July 2015. The MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
14 CFR Part 39
initial compliance times for the tasks are at Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by [Docket No. FAA–2016–9303; Directorate
the applicable times specified in Section 05– searching for and locating Docket No. FAA– Identifier 2016–NM–093–AD; Amendment
40/00, Airworthiness Limitations, of Chapter 2016–9569. 39–18875; AD 2017–10–01]
5–40, Airworthiness Limitations, of the (2) For more information about this AD,
Erratum to Dassault Falcon 50/50EX contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, RIN 2120–AA64
Maintenance Manual, Revision 23, dated July International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
2015, or within 30 days after the effective Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
date of this AD, whichever occurs later. Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356; Aviation Airplanes
Accomplishing the revision of the telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149.
maintenance or inspection program required Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- AGENCY: Federal Aviation
by this paragraph terminates the AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Administration (FAA), Department of
requirements of paragraph (g) of this AD. (3) Service information identified in this Transportation (DOT).
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
(j) New Provision Regarding Alternative ACTION: Final rule.
available at the addresses specified in
Actions and Intervals
paragraphs (n)(5) and (n)(6) of this AD. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
After the maintenance or inspection
program has been revised as required by (n) Material Incorporated by Reference airworthiness directive (AD) for all
paragraph (i) of this AD, no alternative (1) The Director of the Federal Register Dassault Aviation Model FAN JET
actions (e.g., inspections) or intervals may be approved the incorporation by reference FALCON airplanes; all Model FAN JET
used unless the actions and intervals are (IBR) of the service information listed in this FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, and G
approved as an AMOC in accordance with paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR airplanes; and all Model MYSTERE–
the procedures specified in paragraph (l)(1) part 51. FALCON 20–C5, 20–D5, 20–E5, and 20–
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of this AD. (2) You must use this service information F5 airplanes. This AD was prompted by
as applicable to do the actions required by
(k) Terminating Action for Certain ADs this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
a determination that inspections for
Accomplishing the actions required by (3) The following service information was discrepancies of the fuselage bulkhead
paragraph (g) or (i) of this AD terminates all approved for IBR as of June 13, 2017. are necessary. This AD requires
requirements of AD 2010–26–05 and AD (i) Chapter 5–40, Airworthiness repetitive inspections for discrepancies
2012–02–18 for the Dassault Aviation Model Limitations, of the Erratum to Dassault of the fuselage bulkhead, and repair if

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necessary. We are issuing this AD to (AMM), task 53–10–0–6 ‘‘MAIN FRAME— • Are consistent with the intent that
address the unsafe condition on these INSPECTION/CHECK’’, with periodicity was proposed in the NPRM for
products. established in Chapter 5–10, at every C- correcting the unsafe condition; and
Check. Failure to accomplish this DET could • Do not add any additional burden
DATES: This AD is effective June 13, lead to deterioration of the affected structure.
2017. upon the public than was already
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to bulkhead failure, proposed in the NPRM.
ADDRESSES:
possibly resulting in a rapid depressurization Costs of Compliance
Examining the AD Docket of the aeroplane and consequent injury to
occupants. We estimate that this AD affects 133
You may examine the AD docket on airplanes of U.S. registry.
For the reasons described above, this
the Internet at http:// [EASA] AD requires repetitive DET of the We also estimate that it takes about 8
www.regulations.gov by searching for bulkhead at FR33 [for discrepancies, such as work-hours per product to comply with
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– buckling, deformations, cracks, loose the basic requirements of this AD. The
9303; or in person at the Docket countersinks, scratches, dents, and average labor rate is $85 per work-hour.
Management Facility between 9 a.m. corrosion], and depending on findings, repair Based on these figures, we estimate the
and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, of the affected structure.
cost of this AD on U.S. operators to be
except Federal holidays. The AD docket You may examine the MCAI in the AD $90,440, or $680 per product.
contains this AD, the regulatory docket on the Internet at http:// We have received no definitive data
evaluation, any comments received, and www.regulations.gov by searching for that would enable us to provide cost
other information. The street address for and locating Docket No. FAA–2016– estimates for the on-condition actions
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– 9303. specified in this AD.
5527) is Docket Management Facility,
U.S. Department of Transportation, Comments Authority for This Rulemaking
Docket Operations, M–30, West We gave the public the opportunity to Title 49 of the United States Code
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140, participate in developing this AD. The specifies the FAA’s authority to issue
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., following presents the comment rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I,
Washington, DC 20590. received on the NPRM and the FAA’s section 106, describes the authority of
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom response to the single commenter. the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII:
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more
Request To Reduce Compliance Time
International Branch, ANM–116, detail the scope of the Agency’s
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, The commenter, Mark Reiner, asked authority.
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA that the compliance time for the We are issuing this rulemaking under
98057–3356; telephone: 425–227–1137; repetitive inspections required by the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII,
fax: 425–227–1149. paragraph (g) of the proposed AD be Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701:
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: reduced from 5,000 to 2,500 flight General requirements.’’ Under that
cycles. The commenter reasoned that section, Congress charges the FAA with
Discussion since so many airplanes are flying promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in
We issued a notice of proposed around the world and accumulating air commerce by prescribing regulations
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR numerous flight cycles, the chances of for practices, methods, and procedures
part 39 by adding an AD that would problems occurring on an airplane are the Administrator finds necessary for
apply to all Dassault Aviation Model greatly increased. safety in air commerce. This regulation
FAN JET FALCON airplanes; all Model We do not agree with the commenter’s is within the scope of that authority
FAN JET FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, request. In developing an appropriate because it addresses an unsafe condition
and G airplanes; and all Model compliance time for this action, we that is likely to exist or develop on
MYSTERE–FALCON 20–C5, 20–D5, 20– considered not only the degree of products identified in this rulemaking
E5, and 20–F5 airplanes. The NPRM urgency associated with addressing the action.
published in the Federal Register on subject unsafe condition, but the
November 1, 2016 (81 FR 75757) (‘‘the manufacturer’s recommendation for an Regulatory Findings
NPRM’’). appropriate compliance time, and the We determined that this AD will not
The European Aviation Safety Agency practical aspect of accomplishing the have federalism implications under
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent inspections within an interval of time Executive Order 13132. This AD will
for the Member States of the European that corresponds to the typical not have a substantial direct effect on
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness scheduled maintenance for the majority the States, on the relationship between
Directive 2016–0096, dated May 19, of affected operators. Further, we the national government and the States,
2016 (referred to after this as the determined that the compliance time or on the distribution of power and
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness recommended by the manufacturer and responsibilities among the various
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct EASA, and the time required for the levels of government.
an unsafe condition for all Dassault rulemaking process provide an For the reasons discussed above, I
Aviation Model FAN JET FALCON acceptable level of safety. Therefore, we certify that this AD:
airplanes; all Model FAN JET FALCON have not changed this AD in this regard. 1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
SERIES C, D, E, F, and G airplanes; and action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
Conclusion 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
all Model MYSTERE–FALCON 20–C5,
We reviewed the relevant data,
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20–D5, 20–E5, and 20–F5 airplanes. The DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
MCAI states: considered the comment received, and (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
determined that air safety and the 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
A detailed inspection (DET) of the fuselage
bulkhead at frame (FR) 33 is established public interest require adopting this AD Alaska; and
through a subset of inspection/check as proposed, except for minor editorial 4. Will not have a significant
maintenance procedure referenced in the changes. We have determined that these economic impact, positive or negative,
applicable aircraft maintenance manual minor changes: on a substantial number of small entities

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under the criteria of the Regulatory by the Manager, International Branch, ANM– Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 1,
Flexibility Act. 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or 2017.
the European Aviation Safety Agency Michael Kaszycki,
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design
Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
safety, Incorporation by reference, the DOA, the approval must include the
DOA-authorized signature. Repeat the [FR Doc. 2017–09323 Filed 5–8–17; 8:45 am]
Safety.
inspection thereafter at intervals not to BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Adoption of the Amendment exceed 5,000 flight cycles.
Accordingly, under the authority (h) Repair DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
delegated to me by the Administrator, If any discrepancy is found during any
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as inspection required by paragraph (g) of this Federal Aviation Administration
follows: AD: Before further flight, repair using a
method approved by the Manager, 14 CFR Part 91
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
DIRECTIVES Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA; or [Docket No. FAA–2006–24981; Amdt. Nos.
Dassault Aviation’s EASA DOA. If approved 61–138A, 91–344A, and 135–134A]
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 by the DOA, the approval must include the RIN 2120–AK63
continues to read as follows: DOA-authorized signature. Repair of an
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. airplane as required by this paragraph does MU–2B Series Airplane Training
not constitute terminating action for the Requirements Update; Correction
§ 39.13 [Amended] repetitive actions required by paragraph (g) of
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding this AD, unless specified otherwise in the AGENCY: Federal Aviation
the following new airworthiness repair instructions. Administration (FAA), DOT.
directive (AD): (i) Other FAA AD Provisions ACTION: Final rule; correcting
amendment.
2017–10–01 Dassault Aviation: The following provisions also apply to this
Amendment 39–18875; Docket No. AD: SUMMARY: The FAA is correcting a final
FAA–2016–9303; Directorate Identifier (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance rule published on September 7, 2016. In
2016–NM–093–AD. (AMOCs): The Manager, International that rule, the FAA amended its
(a) Effective Date Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
regulations to relocate and update the
Directorate, FAA, has the authority to
This AD is effective June 13, 2017. content of SFAR No. 108 to the newly
approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested
using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. created subpart N of part 91 in order to
(b) Affected ADs
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your improve the safety of operating the
None. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) MU–
request to your principal inspector or local
(c) Applicability Flight Standards District Office, as 2B series airplane. This document
This AD applies to the Dassault Aviation appropriate. If sending information directly corrects two errors in the codified text
airplanes specified in paragraphs (c)(1) and to the International Branch, send it to ATTN: of the final rule.
(c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any category, Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, DATES: Effective May 9, 2017.
all manufacturer serial numbers. International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: For
(1) Model FAN JET FALCON and FAN JET Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
technical questions concerning this
FALCON SERIES C, D, E, F, and G airplanes. Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
(2) Model MYSTERE–FALCON 20–C5, 20– telephone: 425–227–1137; fax: 425–227– action, contact Joseph Hemler,
D5, 20–E5, and 20–F5 airplanes. 1149. Information may be emailed to: 9- Commercial Operations Branch, Flight
ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Standards Service, AFS–820, Federal
(d) Subject Aviation Administration, 55 M Street
Before using any approved AMOC, notify
Air Transport Association (ATA) of your appropriate principal inspector, or SE., 8th floor, Washington, DC 20003–
America Code 53, Fuselage. lacking a principal inspector, the manager of 3522; telephone (202) 267–1100; email
(e) Reason the local flight standards district office/ joseph.k.hemler-jr@faa.gov.
certificate holding district office. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
This AD was prompted by a determination
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
that inspections for discrepancies of the Background
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
fuselage bulkhead at frame (FR) 33 are
actions from a manufacturer, the action must On September 7, 2016, the FAA
necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct discrepancies of the fuselage be accomplished using a method approved published a final rule entitled, ‘‘MU–2B
bulkhead; such discrepancies could result in by the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
Series Airplane Training Requirements
the deterioration and subsequent failure of 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
the EASA; or Dassault Aviation’s EASA
Update’’ (81 FR 61583). In that final
the bulkhead, which could result in rapid rule, the FAA amended its regulations
decompression of the airplane and DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval
must include the DOA-authorized signature. to relocate and update the content of
consequent injury to occupants.
SFAR No. 108 to the newly created
(f) Compliance (j) Related Information subpart N of part 91 in order to improve
Comply with this AD within the Refer to Mandatory Continuing the safety of operating the MHI MU–2B
compliance times specified, unless already Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA series airplane. The FAA relocated the
done. Airworthiness Directive 2016–0096, dated training program from the SFAR No. 108
May 19, 2016, for related information. This appendices to advisory material in order
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(g) Repetitive Inspections MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the to allow the FAA to update policy while
Before exceeding 5,000 total flight cycles Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
since first flight of the airplane, or within 500
ensuring significant training
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–
flight cycles after the effective date of this 2016–9303. adjustments still go through notice-and-
AD, whichever occurs later: Do a detailed comment rulemaking. The FAA also
inspection for discrepancies of the fuselage (k) Material Incorporated by Reference corrected and updated several
bulkhead at FR 33 using a method approved None. inaccurate maneuver profiles to reflect

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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 June 13, 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 21469
RIN Number		2120-AA64
CFR Associated		Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety

82 FR 21469 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATIONFederal Aviation Administration

Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 88 (May 9, 2017)

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