82 FR 26867 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 111 (June 12, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 111 (June 12, 2017)
| Page Range | 26867-26869 | |
| FR Document | 2017-12057 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 111 (Monday, June 12, 2017)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 26867-26869] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-12057] ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0532; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-203-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 adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by a review showing that inadequate clearance may exist between certain electrical wiring and nearby structures. This proposed AD would require an inspection of certain electrical wiring bundles and feeders, modifications, and corrective actions if necessary. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 27, 2017. ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR 11.43 and 11.45, 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: Deliver to Mail address above 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-2017- 0532; 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. [[Page 26868]] 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-2017-0532; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-203-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 The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0230, dated November 21, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. The MCAI states: A review of the wiring and tubing lay-out showed that there may be low clearance between electrical wiring and nearby structure. Although no in-service incident has been reported, the minimum clearances could deteriorate over time. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to interference or contact with structure, provoking an electrical short circuit or fluid leakage, possibly resulting in loss of several functions essential for safe flight. To initially address this potential unsafe condition, [Dassault Aviation] DA developed some interim modifications (mod) addressing the risk of short circuit and fluid leakage, and EASA issued AD 2010-0029 (later revised) [which corresponds to FAA AD 2011-14-04, Amendment 39-16739 (76 FR 39256, July 6, 2011) (``AD 2011-14-04'')] to require embodiment of those modifications in-service. Since EASA AD 2010-0029R1 was issued, DA developed another set of modifications, available for in-service application through Service Bulletin (SB) F7X-056, which are considered the final solutions for this unsafe condition. For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one- time [general visual] inspection [for worn or damaged wiring or connectors due to inadequate clearance between wiring and nearby structures] of the affected electrical wiring and, depending on findings, corrective action(s) and modification of the aeroplane. Corrective actions include modifying the clamping and routing; adding new brackets, clamps, and cable protections; replacing damaged parts; and improving connections using lock wires. 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-2017-0532. Related Rulemaking AD 2011-14-04 requires inspections for damage to wiring bundles and feeders; and, if necessary, repairs, modifications, and installation of a hydraulic pipe. These actions were considered interim actions to ensure that the minimum required clearance and adequate protection existed among the hydraulic pipe, electrical wiring, and the airplane structure. This proposed AD would require additional inspections and modifications that differ from those in AD 2011-14-04. This proposed AD would not terminate any action in AD 2011-14-04; rather, both AD actions are necessary to adequately address the unsafe condition. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 We reviewed Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, Revision 1, dated July 20, 2016. This service information describes a one-time inspection of certain wiring bundles and feeders, and corrective actions. 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. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this proposed AD affects 51 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost per Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection and modifications....... 31 work-hours x $85 per $7,660 $10,295 $525,045 hour = $2,635. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed 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 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. [[Page 26869]] 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 adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA-2017-0532; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-203-AD. (a) Comments Due Date We must receive comments by July 27, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. (c) Applicability This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers (S/N) 2 through 215 inclusive. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 20, Standard Practices Airframe--Electrical Wiring. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by a review that showed that low clearance may exist between certain electrical wiring and nearby structures. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct inadequate clearances between electrical wiring and nearby structures, which could lead to interference or contact with a structure and cause an electrical short circuit or fluid leakage. This could result in the loss of several functions essential for safe flight. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Inspection, Modification, and Corrective Actions Within 99 months or 4,100 flight cycles, whichever occurs first, since the date of issuance of the original airworthiness certificate or date of issuance of the original export certificate of airworthiness; or within 60 days after the effective date of this AD; whichever occurs later; do a general visual inspection of the affected electrical wirings of the airplane for worn or damaged wiring or connectors due to inadequate clearance between wiring and nearby structures, accomplish all applicable corrective actions, and modify the airplane, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, Revision 1, dated July 20, 2016, as specified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD. Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. The ``Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056 Section'' identified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD is not required for airplanes on which a corresponding Dassault modification has been embodied in production, as identified in the ``Excluded'' column in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD. Table 1 to Paragraph (g) of This AD--Applicable Sections of Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, Revision 1, Dated July 20, 2016 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Dassault service bulletin 7X-056 section Excluded ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7X-056-1........................... Post-mod M876. 7X-056-2........................... Post-mod M897. 7X-056-3........................... Post-mod M900. 7X-056-4........................... S/N 132 to 215 inclusive. 7X-056-5........................... Post-mod M954. 7X-056-6........................... Post-mod M980. 7X-056-7........................... Post-mod M1021. 7X-056-8........................... None. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ (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 Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, issued October 30, 2014. (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 manager of the International Branch, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. 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 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. (j) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0230, dated November 21, 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-2017-0532. (2) For more information about this AD, 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. (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.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 June 2, 2017. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. 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repair using a method approved by the FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue, Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X
Manager, New York Aircraft Certification Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone airplanes. This proposed AD was
Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA; or TCCA; or 516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before prompted by a review showing that
Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design Approval using any approved AMOC, notify your
appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a
inadequate clearance may exist between
Organization (DAO). As of the effective date
of this AD, use Bombardier REO 670–54–51– principal inspector, the manager of the local certain electrical wiring and nearby
034, ‘‘Repair for Missing or Loose/Protruding flight standards district office/certificate structures. This proposed AD would
Fasteners in Upper and Lower Pylon Skins holding district office. require an inspection of certain
FS 1088–FS 1098, PBL 69.3 L & RHS,’’ (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any electrical wiring bundles and feeders,
Revision A, dated April 20, 2016, for the requirement in this AD to obtain corrective modifications, and corrective actions if
actions required by this paragraph. actions from a manufacturer, the action must necessary. We are proposing this AD to
be accomplished using a method approved address the unsafe condition on these
(i) Retained Credit for Previous Actions, by the Manager, New York ACO, ANE–170,
With No Changes FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation
products.
This paragraph restates paragraph (i) of AD (TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA DAO. If DATES: We must receive comments on
2016–11–02, with no changes. This approved by the DAO, the approval must this proposed AD by July 27, 2017.
paragraph provides credit only for the initial include the DAO-authorized signature. ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
inspection specified in paragraph (g) of this
AD, if that action was performed before June (n) Related Information using the procedures found in 14 CFR
10, 2016 (the effective date of AD 2016–11– (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing 11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
02) using Bombardier Reference Instruction Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian methods:
Letter 4212, dated December 23, 2015; or AD CF–2016–10R1, dated July 8, 2016, for • Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
Bombardier Reference Instruction Letter related information. This MCAI may be http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
4212A, Revision A, dated January 28, 2016. found in the AD docket on the Internet at instructions for submitting comments.
(j) New Requirements of This AD: Fastener
http://www.regulations.gov by searching for • Fax: 202–493–2251.
and Collar Replacement
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0530. • Mail: U.S. Department of
(2) For more information about this AD, Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
Within 12,600 flight hours or 72 months contact Aziz Ahmed, Aerospace Engineer,
after the effective date of this AD, whichever 30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch,
occurs first: Replace affected fasteners and ANE–171, FAA, New York ACO, 1600 W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
collars, including doing all applicable related Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY Washington, DC 20590.
investigative and corrective actions, in 11590; telephone 516–228–7329; fax 516– • Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
accordance with the Accomplishment 794–5531. address above between 9 a.m. and 5
Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin (3) For service information identified in p.m., Monday through Friday, except
670BA–54–007, dated May 13, 2016. Where this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Côte Federal holidays.
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–54–007, Vertu Road West, Dorval, Québec H4S 1Y9, For service information identified in
dated May 13, 2016, specifies to contact Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514 this NPRM, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
Bombardier for appropriate action: Before 855–7401; email thd.crj@
further flight, accomplish the applicable Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O.
aero.bombardier.com; Internet http://
corrective action in accordance with the Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
www.bombardier.com. You may view this
procedures specified in paragraph (m)(2) of service information at the FAA, Transport telephone 201–440–6700; Internet
this AD. Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You
(k) Terminating Action for the Introductory Renton, WA. For information on the may view this referenced service
Text to Paragraph (g) of This AD availability of this material at the FAA, call information at the FAA, Transport
425–227–1221. Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
Accomplishing the replacement required
by paragraph (j) of this AD constitutes Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 24, SW., Renton, WA. For information on
terminating action for the inspections 2017. the availability of this material at the
required by the introductory text to Michael Kaszycki, FAA, call 425–227–1221.
paragraph (g) of this AD. Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Examining the AD Docket
(l) Credit for Previous Actions Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
You may examine the AD docket on
This paragraph provides credit for the [FR Doc. 2017–11278 Filed 6–9–17; 8:45 am]
the Internet at http://
actions specified in paragraph (j) of this AD, BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
www.regulations.gov by searching for
if that action was performed before the
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017–
effective date of this AD using Bombardier
REO 670–54–51–035, ‘‘Permanent Repair for 0532; or in person at the Docket
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Clearance Fit Installed (-8) Size Fasteners in Management Facility between 9 a.m.
Upper and Lower Pylon Skins FS 1088–FS Federal Aviation Administration and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,
1098, PBL 69.3 L & RHS & Terminating except Federal holidays. The AD docket
Action for GREO 670–54–51–034,’’ dated 14 CFR Part 39 contains this proposed AD, the
April 20, 2016. regulatory evaluation, any comments
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0532; Directorate received, and other information. The
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions
Identifier 2016–NM–203–AD] street address for the Docket Operations
The following provisions also apply to this
AD: RIN 2120–AA64 office (telephone 800–647–5527) is in
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance the ADDRESSES section. Comments will
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(AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO, Airworthiness Directives; Dassault be available in the AD docket shortly
ANE–170, FAA, has the authority to approve Aviation Airplanes after receipt.
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT. Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking International Branch, ANM–116,
Flight Standards District Office, as (NPRM). Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
appropriate. If sending information directly 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
to the ACO, send it to: ATTN: The Program SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1137;
Manager, Continuing Operational Safety, airworthiness directive (AD) for certain fax 425–227–1149.
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: possibly resulting in loss of several functions proposed AD would require additional
essential for safe flight. inspections and modifications that
Comments Invited To initially address this potential unsafe differ from those in AD 2011–14–04.
We invite you to send any written condition, [Dassault Aviation] DA developed
some interim modifications (mod) addressing This proposed AD would not
relevant data, views, or arguments about terminate any action in AD 2011–14–04;
this proposed AD. Send your comments the risk of short circuit and fluid leakage, and
EASA issued AD 2010–0029 (later revised) rather, both AD actions are necessary to
to an address listed under the [which corresponds to FAA AD 2011–14–04, adequately address the unsafe
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No. Amendment 39–16739 (76 FR 39256, July 6, condition.
FAA–2017–0532; Directorate Identifier 2011) (‘‘AD 2011–14–04’’)] to require
2016–NM–203–AD’’ at the beginning of embodiment of those modifications in- Related Service Information Under 1
your comments. We specifically invite service. CFR Part 51
comments on the overall regulatory, Since EASA AD 2010–0029R1 was issued,
DA developed another set of modifications, We reviewed Dassault Service
economic, environmental, and energy
available for in-service application through Bulletin 7X–056, Revision 1, dated July
aspects of this proposed AD. We will
consider all comments received by the Service Bulletin (SB) F7X–056, which are 20, 2016. This service information
closing date and may amend this considered the final solutions for this unsafe describes a one-time inspection of
proposed AD based on those comments.
condition. certain wiring bundles and feeders, and
For the reasons described above, this corrective actions. This service
We will post all comments we [EASA] AD requires a one-time [general
receive, without change, to http:// information is reasonably available
visual] inspection [for worn or damaged because the interested parties have
www.regulations.gov, including any wiring or connectors due to inadequate
personal information you provide. We access to it through their normal course
clearance between wiring and nearby
will also post a report summarizing each structures] of the affected electrical wiring of business or by the means identified
substantive verbal contact we receive and, depending on findings, corrective in the ADDRESSES section.
about this proposed AD. action(s) and modification of the aeroplane. FAA’s Determination and Requirements
Discussion Corrective actions include modifying of This Proposed AD
the clamping and routing; adding new
The European Aviation Safety Agency brackets, clamps, and cable protections; This product has been approved by
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent replacing damaged parts; and improving the aviation authority of another
for the Member States of the European connections using lock wires. You may country, and is approved for operation
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness examine the MCAI in the AD docket on in the United States. Pursuant to our
Directive 2016–0230, dated November the Internet at http:// bilateral agreement with the State of
21, 2016 (referred to after this as the www.regulations.gov by searching for Design Authority, we have been notified
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– of the unsafe condition described in the
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct 0532. MCAI and service information
an unsafe condition for certain Dassault referenced above. We are proposing this
Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. Related Rulemaking AD because we evaluated all pertinent
The MCAI states: AD 2011–14–04 requires inspections information and determined an unsafe
A review of the wiring and tubing lay-out for damage to wiring bundles and condition exists and is likely to exist or
showed that there may be low clearance feeders; and, if necessary, repairs, develop on other products of the same
between electrical wiring and nearby modifications, and installation of a type design.
structure. Although no in-service incident hydraulic pipe. These actions were
has been reported, the minimum clearances Costs of Compliance
considered interim actions to ensure
could deteriorate over time. We estimate that this proposed AD
This condition, if not detected and that the minimum required clearance
corrected, could lead to interference or and adequate protection existed among affects 51 airplanes of U.S. registry.
contact with structure, provoking an the hydraulic pipe, electrical wiring, We estimate the following costs to
electrical short circuit or fluid leakage, and the airplane structure. This comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection and modifications .......................... 31 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,635 ........ $7,660 $10,295 $525,045
We have received no definitive data We are issuing this rulemaking under products identified in this rulemaking
that would enable us to provide cost the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, action.
estimates for the on-condition actions Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: Regulatory Findings
specified in this proposed AD. General requirements.’’ Under that
section, Congress charges the FAA with We determined that this proposed AD
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Authority for This Rulemaking
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in would not have federalism implications
Title 49 of the United States Code air commerce by prescribing regulations under Executive Order 13132. This
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue for practices, methods, and procedures proposed AD would not have a
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, the Administrator finds necessary for substantial direct effect on the States, on
section 106, describes the authority of safety in air commerce. This regulation the relationship between the national
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: is within the scope of that authority Government and the States, or on the
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more because it addresses an unsafe condition distribution of power and
detail the scope of the Agency’s that is likely to exist or develop on responsibilities among the various
authority. levels of government.
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For the reasons discussed above, I (f) Compliance any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
certify this proposed regulation: Comply with this AD within the principal inspector, or lacking a principal
compliance times specified, unless already inspector, the manager of the local flight
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory standards district office/certificate holding
action’’ under Executive Order 12866; done.
district office.
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the (g) Inspection, Modification, and Corrective (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures Actions requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Within 99 months or 4,100 flight cycles, actions from a manufacturer, the action must
whichever occurs first, since the date of be accomplished using a method approved
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
issuance of the original airworthiness by the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
Alaska; and 116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
certificate or date of issuance of the original
4. Will not have a significant export certificate of airworthiness; or within the European Aviation Safety Agency
economic impact, positive or negative, 60 days after the effective date of this AD; (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s EASA Design
on a substantial number of small entities whichever occurs later; do a general visual Organization Approval (DOA). If approved by
under the criteria of the Regulatory inspection of the affected electrical wirings of the DOA, the approval must include the
Flexibility Act. the airplane for worn or damaged wiring or DOA-authorized signature.
connectors due to inadequate clearance (j) Related Information
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 between wiring and nearby structures,
accomplish all applicable corrective actions, (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation and modify the airplane, in accordance with Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
safety, Incorporation by reference, the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Airworthiness Directive 2016–0230, dated
Safety. Service Bulletin 7X–056, Revision 1, dated November 21, 2016, for related information.
July 20, 2016, as specified in table 1 to This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
The Proposed Amendment paragraph (g) of this AD. Do all applicable on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov
corrective actions before further flight. The by searching for and locating Docket No.
Accordingly, under the authority FAA–2017–0532.
delegated to me by the Administrator, ‘‘Dassault Service Bulletin 7X–056 Section’’
identified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this (2) For more information about this AD,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part AD is not required for airplanes on which a contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
39 as follows: corresponding Dassault modification has International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
been embodied in production, as identified Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS in the ‘‘Excluded’’ column in table 1 to Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
DIRECTIVES paragraph (g) of this AD. telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149.
(3) For service information identified in
■ 1. The authority citation for part 39 this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
TABLE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (g) OF THIS Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
continues to read as follows: AD—APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. DASSAULT SERVICE BULLETIN 7X– telephone 201–440–6700; Internet http://
056, REVISION 1, DATED JULY 20, www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this
§ 39.13 [Amended] service information at the FAA, Transport
2016 Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness Dassault service bulletin Renton, WA. For information on the
Excluded availability of this material at the FAA, call
directive (AD): 7X–056 section
425–227–1221.
Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA–2017– 7X–056–1 ..................... Post-mod M876.
7X–056–2 ..................... Post-mod M897. Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 2,
0532; Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–
7X–056–3 ..................... Post-mod M900. 2017.
203–AD.
7X–056–4 ..................... S/N 132 to 215 inclusive. Michael Kaszycki,
(a) Comments Due Date 7X–056–5 ..................... Post-mod M954.
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
7X–056–6 ..................... Post-mod M980.
We must receive comments by July 27, 7X–056–7 ..................... Post-mod M1021. Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
2017. 7X–056–8 ..................... None. [FR Doc. 2017–12057 Filed 6–9–17; 8:45 am]
(b) Affected ADs BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
None.
This paragraph provides credit for actions
(c) Applicability required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation actions were performed before the effective
Model FALCON 7X airplanes, certificated in date of this AD using Dassault Service Federal Aviation Administration
any category, serial numbers (S/N) 2 through Bulletin 7X–056, issued October 30, 2014.
215 inclusive. (i) Other FAA AD Provisions 14 CFR Part 39
(d) Subject The following provisions also apply to this [Docket No. FAA–2017–0554; Directorate
Air Transport Association (ATA) of AD: Identifier 2016–NM–201–AD]
America Code 20, Standard Practices (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, International RIN 2120–AA64
Airframe—Electrical Wiring.
Branch, ANM–116, Transport Airplane
(e) Reason Directorate, FAA, has the authority to Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
This AD was prompted by a review that approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested Airplanes
asabaliauskas on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with PROPOSALS
showed that low clearance may exist between using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
certain electrical wiring and nearby In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local
Administration (FAA), DOT.
structures. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct inadequate clearances between Flight Standards District Office, as ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
electrical wiring and nearby structures, appropriate. If sending information directly (NPRM).
which could lead to interference or contact to the manager of the International Branch,
with a structure and cause an electrical short send it to the attention of the person SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new
circuit or fluid leakage. This could result in identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. airworthiness directive (AD) for all
the loss of several functions essential for safe Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116- Airbus Model A300 series airplanes;
flight. AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–
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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 July 27, 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 26867 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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