82 FR 41323 - Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 168 (August 31, 2017)
Federal Aviation Administration
Federal Register Volume 82, Issue 168 (August 31, 2017)
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| FR Document | 2017-18391 |
[Federal Register Volume 82, Number 168 (Thursday, August 31, 2017)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 41323-41326] From the Federal Register Online [www.thefederalregister.org] [FR Doc No: 2017-18391] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA-2017-0475; Product Identifier 2016-NM-142-AD; Amendment 39-19017; AD 2017-18-08] RIN 2120-AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This AD was prompted by reports of ice accretion on the airplane wing due to the failure of certain anti-ice piccolo tubes in the wing outboard slats. This AD requires repetitive inspections of each anti-ice piccolo tube and corrective action if necessary. We are issuing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD is effective October 5, 2017. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of October 5, 2017. ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule, contact Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201-440-6700; Internet http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this referenced service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2017-0475. 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- 0475; 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 Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227- 1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on May 22, 2017 (82 FR 23163) (``the NPRM''). The NPRM was prompted by reports of ice accretion on the airplane wing due to the failure of certain anti-ice piccolo tubes in the wing outboard slats. The NPRM proposed to require repetitive inspections of each anti-ice piccolo tube and corrective action if necessary. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct manufacturing defects in the anti-ice piccolo tubes in the wing outboard slats. This condition could lead to undetected significant ice accretion on a wing, resulting in loss of control of the airplane. The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness Directive 2016-0149, dated July 25, 2016 (referred to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The MCAI states: Occurrences were reported of ice accretion on the wing, due to failure of the affected anti-ice piccolo tubes Part Number (P/N) FGFB725102. Investigation results indicated that some wing piccolo tubes P/N FGFB725102 could have manufacturing defects in their welded parts, which may have caused the rupture of the tubes, due to fatigue. This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to undetected significant ice accretion on the wing, possibly resulting in loss of control of the aeroplane. To address this potential unsafe condition, [Dassault Aviation] DA issued Service Bulletin (SB) F2000-431 Revision 1 and SB F2000EX- 391 Revision 1 (hereafter referred to collectively as `the applicable SB' in this [EASA] AD) to provide instructions for endoscopic inspection of the tubes. [[Page 41324]] For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires repetitive inspections of each wing outboard slat piccolo tube [for discrepancies, i.e., manufacturing defects, cracking, and loss of material in the welded parts] and, depending on findings, replacement of the piccolo tube(s) [and the outboard slat] with a [new or] serviceable part. 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- 0475. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of the cost to the public. Change to NPRM We have added paragraph (j) to this AD to explain that although Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; and Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; specify to submit a report of crack findings to Dassault, this AD does not require a report. We have redesignated subsequent paragraphs accordingly. Conclusion We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the NPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51 Dassault Aviation has issued Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; and Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016. The service information describes procedures for endoscopic inspections of the anti-ice piccolo tube on each wing outboard slat, and replacement or re-identification of affected anti- ice piccolo tubes and outboard slats. These documents are distinct since they apply to different airplane models. This service information is reasonably available because the interested parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section. Costs of Compliance We estimate that this AD affects 348 airplanes of U.S. registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this AD: Estimated Costs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Cost on U.S. Action Labor cost Parts cost Cost per product operators ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Inspection....................... 6 work-hours x $85 $0 $510 per inspection $177,480 per per hour = $510 cycle. inspection cycle. per inspection cycle. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We have received no definitive data that will 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. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight Division. Regulatory Findings We determined that this AD will not have federalism implications under Executive Order 13132. This AD will not have a substantial direct effect on the States, on the relationship between the national government and the States, or on the distribution of power and responsibilities among the various levels of government. For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this AD: 1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866; 2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); 3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and 4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria of the Regulatory Flexibility Act. List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39 Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by reference, Safety. Adoption of the Amendment Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows: PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES 0 1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows: Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701. Sec. 39.13 [Amended] 0 2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new airworthiness directive (AD): 2017-18-08 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-19017; Docket No. FAA- 2017-0475; Product Identifier 2016-NM-142-AD. (a) Effective Date This AD is effective October 5, 2017. (b) Affected ADs None. [[Page 41325]] (c) Applicability This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers. (d) Subject Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 30, Ice and Rain Protection. (e) Reason This AD was prompted by reports of ice accretion on the airplane wing due to the failure of certain anti-ice piccolo tubes in the wing outboard slats. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct manufacturing defects in the anti-ice piccolo tubes in the wing outboard slats. This condition could lead to undetected significant ice accretion on a wing, resulting in loss of control of the airplane. (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Affected Anti-ice Piccolo Tubes (1) For the purpose of this AD, an affected anti-ice piccolo tube meets at least one of the conditions specified in paragraphs (g)(1)(i) and (g)(1)(ii) of this AD. (i) Has part number (P/N) FGFB725102 (left-hand side (LH)) or P/ N FGFB726102 (right-hand side (RH)). (ii) Is installed on a wing outboard slat having a part number identified in table 1 to paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of this AD. Table 1 to Paragraph (g)(1)(ii) of This AD--Affected Outboard Slats Part Numbers ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LH RH ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FGFB134...................................... FGFB144. FGFB134A1 to FGFB134A9 inclusive............. FGFB144A1 to FGFB144A9 inclusive. FGFB134B1.................................... FGFB144B1. FFGFB134C1 to FGFB134C4 inclusive............ FGFB144C1 to FGFB144C4 inclusive. From FGFB134D1 to FGFB134D4 inclusive........ FGFB144D1 to FGFB144D4 inclusive. FGFB135 and FGFB135M......................... FGFB145 and FGFB145M. FGFB135A1 to FGFB135A4 inclusive............. FGFB145A1 to FGFB145A4 inclusive. From FGFB135A1M to FGFB135A4M inclusive...... FGFB145A1M to FGFB145A4M inclusive. From FGFB135B1 to FGFB135B3 inclusive........ FGFB145B1 to FGFB145B3 inclusive. FGFB135B1M to FGFB135B3M inclusive........... FGFB145B1M to FGFB145B3M inclusive. F2MB135...................................... F2MB145. F2MB135A1.................................... F2MB145A1. F2MB135L1 to F2MB135L5 inclusive............. F2MB145L1 to F2MB145L5 inclusive. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (2) If the outboard slat part number is identified in table 2 to paragraph (g)(2) of this AD, the anti-ice piccolo tube is not affected because the outboard slat has already been retrofitted with a new stiffened anti-ice piccolo tube, and no action is required by this AD for that piccolo tube. Table 2 to Paragraph (g)(2) of This AD--Serviceable Outboard Slats Part Numbers ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LH RH ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FGFB134P..................................... FGFB144P. FGFB134A1P through FGFB134A9P inclusive...... FGFB144A1P through FGFB144A9P inclusive. FGFB134B1P................................... FGFB144B1P. FFGFB134C1P to FGFB134C4P inclusive.......... FGFB144C1P to FGFB144C4P inclusive. From FGFB134D1P to FGFB134D4P inclusive...... FGFB144D1P to FGFB144D4P inclusive. FGFB135P and FGFB135MP....................... FGFB145P and FGFB145MP. FGFB135A1P to FGFB135A4P inclusive........... FGFB145A1P to FGFB145A4P inclusive. From FGFB135A1MP to FGFB135A4MP inclusive.... FGFB145A1MP to FGFB145A4MP inclusive. From FGFB135B1P to FGFB135B3P inclusive...... FGFB145B1P to FGFB145B3P inclusive. FGFB135B1MP to FGFB135B3MP inclusive......... FGFB145B1MP to FGFB145B3MP inclusive. F2MB135P..................................... F2MB145P. F2MB135A1P................................... F2MB145A1P. F2MB135L1P to F2MB135L5P inclusive........... F2MB145L1P to F2MB145L5P inclusive. F2MB135L6 to F2MB135L7 inclusive............. F2MB145L6 to F2MB145L7 inclusive. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (h) Inspections If an anti-ice piccolo tube has been determined to be affected, as specified in paragraph (g) of this AD: At the applicable time specified in table 3 to paragraph (h) of this AD, do an endoscopic inspection for discrepancies, i.e., manufacturing defects, cracking, and loss of material in the welded parts of each affected anti-ice piccolo tube, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; or Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; as applicable. Repeat the endoscopic inspection thereafter at intervals not to exceed those specified in table 3 to paragraph (h) of this AD, until the modification specified in paragraph (k) of this AD is done. Table 3 to Paragraph (h) of this AD--Compliance Times for Inspections ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Airplane model Initial inspection Repetitive inspection intervals ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- FALCON 2000 airplanes................ Prior to exceeding 2,000 2,000 flight cycles. flight cycles since the airplane's first flight, or within 1,000 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. [[Page 41326]] FALCON 2000EX airplanes.............. Prior to exceeding 1,000 1,000 flight cycles. flight cycles since the airplane's first flight, or within 500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (i) Corrective Action If any discrepancy is found during any inspection required by paragraph (h) of this AD: Before further flight, replace the affected anti-ice piccolo tube with a new or serviceable part, and replace or re-identify the affected wing outboard slat as applicable, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; or Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; as applicable. (j) Reporting Provisions Although Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; and Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; specify to submit a report of crack findings to Dassault, this AD does not require a report. (k) Optional Terminating Action Modification of an airplane by installing a new or serviceable anti-ice piccolo tube, and replacing or re-identifying the affected wing outboard slat, terminates the repetitive inspections required by paragraph (h) of this AD, if done in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; or Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; as applicable. (l) Parts Installation Prohibition As of the time specified in paragraph (l)(1) or (l)(2) of this AD, as applicable, no person may install on any airplane an affected anti-ice piccolo tube or an affected outboard slat. (1) For an airplane that, on the effective date of this AD, has an affected anti-ice piccolo tube or an affected outboard slat installed: After modification of that airplane as required by paragraph (i) of this AD. (2) For an airplane that, on the effective date of this AD, does not have an affected anti-ice piccolo tube or an affected outboard slat installed: As of the effective date of this AD. (m) Later-Approved Parts Installation on an airplane of an anti-ice piccolo tube having a part number approved after the effective date of this AD is acceptable for compliance with the requirements of paragraph (i) or paragraph (k) of this AD, as applicable, provided the conditions in paragraphs (m)(1) and (m)(2) of this AD are met. (1) The anti-ice piccolo tube part number must be approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA); or Dassault Aviation's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). (2) The installation of the anti-ice piccolo tube must be accomplished in accordance with a method approved by the Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or Dassault Aviation's EASA DOA. (n) Other FAA AD Provisions The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 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 Section, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (o)(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 Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or Dassault Aviation's EASA DOA. If approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized signature. (o) Related Information (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD 2016-0149, dated July 25, 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-2017-0475. (2) For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. (p) Material Incorporated by Reference (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. (2) You must use this service information as applicable to do the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. (i) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016. (ii) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016. (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. (4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. (5) You may view this service information that is incorporated by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). For information on the availability of this material at NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on August 21, 2017. Dionne Palermo, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2017-18391 Filed 8-30-17; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P
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Initial Certificate Effective Date: May DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION U.S. Department of Transportation,
31, 2000. Docket Operations, M–30, West
Federal Aviation Administration Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
Amendment Number 1 Effective Date:
July 15, 2002. 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
14 CFR Part 39 Washington, DC 20590.
Amendment Number 2 Effective Date: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
[Docket No. FAA–2017–0475; Product
June 7, 2005. Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
Identifier 2016–NM–142–AD; Amendment
Amendment Number 3 Effective Date: 39–19017; AD 2017–18–08] International Section, Transport
May 29, 2007. Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind
RIN 2120–AA64
Amendment Number 4 Effective Date: Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
January 8, 2008. Airworthiness Directives; Dassault telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–
Aviation Airplanes 1149.
Amendment Number 5 Effective Date: SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
July 14, 2008. AGENCY: Federal Aviation
Amendment Number 6 Effective Date: Administration (FAA), Department of Discussion
August 17, 2009. Transportation (DOT). We issued a notice of proposed
ACTION: Final rule. rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
Amendment Number 7 Effective Date:
part 39 by adding an AD that would
December 28, 2009. SUMMARY: We are adopting a new apply to all Dassault Aviation Model
Amendment Number 8 Effective Date: airworthiness directive (AD) for all FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX
May 2, 2012, as corrected on November Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 airplanes. The NPRM published in the
16, 2012 (ADAMS Accession No. and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This Federal Register on May 22, 2017 (82
ML12213A170); superseded by AD was prompted by reports of ice FR 23163) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM
Amendment Number 8, Revision 1, accretion on the airplane wing due to was prompted by reports of ice
Effective Date: February 16, 2016. the failure of certain anti-ice piccolo accretion on the airplane wing due to
tubes in the wing outboard slats. This the failure of certain anti-ice piccolo
Amendment Number 8, Revision 1,
AD requires repetitive inspections of tubes in the wing outboard slats. The
Effective Date: February 16, 2016.
each anti-ice piccolo tube and corrective NPRM proposed to require repetitive
Amendment Number 9 Effective Date: action if necessary. We are issuing this inspections of each anti-ice piccolo tube
March 11, 2014, superseded by AD to address the unsafe condition on and corrective action if necessary. We
Amendment Number 9, Revision 1, on these products. are issuing this AD to detect and correct
March 21, 2016. DATES: This AD is effective October 5, manufacturing defects in the anti-ice
Amendment Number 9, Revision 1, 2017. piccolo tubes in the wing outboard slats.
Effective Date: March 21, 2016, as The Director of the Federal Register This condition could lead to undetected
corrected (ADAMS Accession No. approved the incorporation by reference significant ice accretion on a wing,
ML17236A451). of certain publications listed in this AD resulting in loss of control of the
as of October 5, 2017. airplane.
Amendment Number 10 Effective The European Aviation Safety Agency
ADDRESSES: For service information
Date: May 31, 2016, as corrected (EASA), which is the Technical Agent
(ADAMS Accession No. ML17236A452). identified in this final rule, contact
Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, for the Member States of the European
Safety Analysis Report (SAR) Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Submitted by: Holtec International. Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201– Directive 2016–0149, dated July 25,
SAR Title: Final Safety Analysis 440–6700; Internet http:// 2016 (referred to after this as the
www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Report for the HI–STORM 100 Cask
view this referenced service information Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
System.
at the FAA, Transport Standards an unsafe condition for all Dassault
Docket Number: 72–1014. Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and
Branch, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
Certificate Expiration Date: May 31, WA. For information on the availability FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The MCAI
2020. of this material at the FAA, call 425– states:
Model Number: HI–STORM 100. 227–1221. It is also available on the Occurrences were reported of ice accretion
Internet at http://www.regulations.gov on the wing, due to failure of the affected
* * * * * anti-ice piccolo tubes Part Number (P/N)
by searching for and locating Docket No.
Dated at Rockville, Maryland, this 25th day FAA–2017–0475. FGFB725102. Investigation results indicated
of August 2017. that some wing piccolo tubes P/N
Examining the AD Docket FGFB725102 could have manufacturing
For the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. defects in their welded parts, which may
You may examine the AD docket on have caused the rupture of the tubes, due to
Pamela J. Shepherd-Vladimir,
the Internet at http:// fatigue.
Acting Chief, Rules, Announcements, and www.regulations.gov by searching for This condition, if not detected and
Directives Branch, Division of Administrative and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– corrected, could lead to undetected
Services, Office of Administration. significant ice accretion on the wing,
0475; or in person at the Docket
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contains this AD, the regulatory Bulletin (SB) F2000–431 Revision 1 and SB
evaluation, any comments received, and F2000EX–391 Revision 1 (hereafter referred
other information. The street address for to collectively as ‘the applicable SB’ in this
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647– [EASA] AD) to provide instructions for
5527) is Docket Management Facility, endoscopic inspection of the tubes.
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For the reasons described above, this dated June 6, 2016; and Service Bulletin June 6, 2016; and Service Bulletin
[EASA] AD requires repetitive inspections of F2000EX–391, Revision 1, dated June 6, F2000EX–391, Revision 1, dated June 6,
each wing outboard slat piccolo tube [for 2016; specify to submit a report of crack 2016. The service information describes
discrepancies, i.e., manufacturing defects,
cracking, and loss of material in the welded
findings to Dassault, this AD does not procedures for endoscopic inspections
parts] and, depending on findings, require a report. We have redesignated of the anti-ice piccolo tube on each wing
replacement of the piccolo tube(s) [and the subsequent paragraphs accordingly. outboard slat, and replacement or re-
outboard slat] with a [new or] serviceable identification of affected anti-ice piccolo
part.
Conclusion
tubes and outboard slats. These
You may examine the MCAI in the We reviewed the relevant data and documents are distinct since they apply
AD docket on the Internet at http:// determined that air safety and the
to different airplane models. This
www.regulations.gov by searching for public interest require adopting this AD
service information is reasonably
and locating Docket No. FAA–2017– as proposed except for minor editorial
available because the interested parties
0475. changes. We have determined that these
minor changes: have access to it through their normal
Comments • Are consistent with the intent that course of business or by the means
was proposed in the NPRM for identified in the ADDRESSES section.
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We correcting the unsafe condition; and Costs of Compliance
received no comments on the NPRM or • Do not add any additional burden
on the determination of the cost to the upon the public than was already We estimate that this AD affects 348
public. proposed in the NPRM. airplanes of U.S. registry.
Change to NPRM Related Service Information Under 1 We estimate the following costs to
CFR Part 51 comply with this AD:
We have added paragraph (j) to this
AD to explain that although Dassault Dassault Aviation has issued Service
Service Bulletin F2000–431, Revision 1, Bulletin F2000–431, Revision 1, dated
ESTIMATED COSTS
Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
Inspection ............................... 6 work-hours × $85 per hour $0 $510 per inspection cycle ...... $177,480 per inspection
= $510 per inspection cycle. cycle.
We have received no definitive data of ADs is normally a function of the List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
that will enable us to provide cost Compliance and Airworthiness
estimates for the on-condition actions Division, but during this transition Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
specified in this AD. period, the Executive Director has safety, Incorporation by reference,
delegated the authority to issue ADs Safety.
Authority for This Rulemaking
applicable to transport category Adoption of the Amendment
Title 49 of the United States Code airplanes to the Director of the System
specifies the FAA’s authority to issue Oversight Division. Accordingly, under the authority
rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, delegated to me by the Administrator,
section 106, describes the authority of Regulatory Findings
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
the FAA Administrator. ‘‘Subtitle VII: We determined that this AD will not follows:
Aviation Programs,’’ describes in more have federalism implications under
detail the scope of the Agency’s Executive Order 13132. This AD will PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
authority. not have a substantial direct effect on DIRECTIVES
We are issuing this rulemaking under the States, on the relationship between
the authority described in ‘‘Subtitle VII, the national government and the States, ■ 1. The authority citation for part 39
Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: or on the distribution of power and continues to read as follows:
General requirements.’’ Under that responsibilities among the various
section, Congress charges the FAA with levels of government. Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in For the reasons discussed above, I § 39.13 [Amended]
air commerce by prescribing regulations certify that this AD:
for practices, methods, and procedures ■ 2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
the Administrator finds necessary for the following new airworthiness
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
safety in air commerce. This regulation directive (AD):
is within the scope of that authority 2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures 2017–18–08 Dassault Aviation:
because it addresses an unsafe condition
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); Amendment 39–19017; Docket No.
that is likely to exist or develop on
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in FAA–2017–0475; Product Identifier
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products identified in this rulemaking
Alaska; and 2016–NM–142–AD.
action.
This AD is issued in accordance with 4. Will not have a significant (a) Effective Date
authority delegated by the Executive economic impact, positive or negative, This AD is effective October 5, 2017.
Director, Aircraft Certification Service, on a substantial number of small entities
as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. under the criteria of the Regulatory (b) Affected ADs
In accordance with that order, issuance Flexibility Act. None.
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TABLE 3 TO PARAGRAPH (h) OF THIS AD—COMPLIANCE TIMES FOR INSPECTIONS—Continued
Repetitive inspection
Airplane model Initial inspection intervals
FALCON 2000EX airplanes ............... Prior to exceeding 1,000 flight cycles since the airplane’s first flight, or 1,000 flight cycles.
within 500 flight cycles after the effective date of this AD, whichever oc-
curs later.
(i) Corrective Action (2) The installation of the anti-ice piccolo (ii) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX–
If any discrepancy is found during any tube must be accomplished in accordance 391, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016.
inspection required by paragraph (h) of this with a method approved by the Manager, (3) For service information identified in
AD: Before further flight, replace the affected International Section, Transport Standards this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
Branch, FAA; or the EASA; or Dassault Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
anti-ice piccolo tube with a new or
Aviation’s EASA DOA. 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
serviceable part, and replace or re-identify
telephone 201–440–6700; Internet http://
the affected wing outboard slat as applicable, (n) Other FAA AD Provisions www.dassaultfalcon.com.
in accordance with the Accomplishment
The following provisions also apply to this (4) You may view this service information
Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin
AD: at the FAA, Transport Standards Branch,
F2000–431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
or Service Bulletin F2000EX–391, Revision 1, information on the availability of this
(AMOCs): The Manager, International
dated June 6, 2016; as applicable. material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA,
(j) Reporting Provisions has the authority to approve AMOCs for this (5) You may view this service information
AD, if requested using the procedures found that is incorporated by reference at the
Although Dassault Service Bulletin F2000– National Archives and Records
431, Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016; and in 14 CFR 39.19. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal Administration (NARA). For information on
Service Bulletin F2000EX–391, Revision 1, the availability of this material at NARA, call
dated June 6, 2016; specify to submit a report inspector or local Flight Standards District
Office, as appropriate. If sending information 202–741–6030, or go to: http://
of crack findings to Dassault, this AD does www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
not require a report. directly to the International Section, send it
to the attention of the person identified in locations.html.
(k) Optional Terminating Action paragraph (o)(2) of this AD. Information may Issued in Renton, Washington, on August
Modification of an airplane by installing a be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC- 21, 2017.
new or serviceable anti-ice piccolo tube, and REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using any Dionne Palermo,
replacing or re-identifying the affected wing approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
Acting Director, System Oversight Division,
outboard slat, terminates the repetitive principal inspector, or lacking a principal
Aircraft Certification Service.
inspections required by paragraph (h) of this inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding [FR Doc. 2017–18391 Filed 8–30–17; 8:45 am]
AD, if done in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault district office. BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
Service Bulletin F2000–431, Revision 1, (2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
dated June 6, 2016; or Service Bulletin requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
F2000EX–391, Revision 1, dated June 6, actions from a manufacturer, the action must DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
2016; as applicable. be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, International Section, Federal Aviation Administration
(l) Parts Installation Prohibition Transport Standards Branch, FAA; or the
As of the time specified in paragraph (l)(1) EASA; or Dassault Aviation’s EASA DOA. If 14 CFR Part 39
or (l)(2) of this AD, as applicable, no person approved by the DOA, the approval must
may install on any airplane an affected anti- include the DOA-authorized signature. [Docket No. FAA–2017–0247; Product
ice piccolo tube or an affected outboard slat. Identifier 2016–NM–180–AD; Amendment
(1) For an airplane that, on the effective (o) Related Information 39–19015; AD 2017–18–06]
date of this AD, has an affected anti-ice (1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
RIN 2120–AA64
piccolo tube or an affected outboard slat Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA AD
installed: After modification of that airplane 2016–0149, dated July 25, 2016, for related
Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
as required by paragraph (i) of this AD. information. This MCAI may be found in the
(2) For an airplane that, on the effective AD docket on the Internet at http:// Company Airplanes
date of this AD, does not have an affected www.regulations.gov by searching for and AGENCY: Federal Aviation
anti-ice piccolo tube or an affected outboard locating Docket No. FAA–2017–0475. Administration (FAA), DOT.
slat installed: As of the effective date of this (2) For more information about this AD,
AD. contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ACTION: Final rule.
International Section, Transport Standards
(m) Later-Approved Parts SUMMARY: We are superseding
Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
Installation on an airplane of an anti-ice Renton, WA 98057–3356; telephone 425– Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012–05–
piccolo tube having a part number approved 227–1137; fax 425–227–1149. 03, which applied to certain The Boeing
after the effective date of this AD is Company Model 747–100, 747–100B,
acceptable for compliance with the (p) Material Incorporated by Reference 747–100B SUD, 747–200B, 747–200C,
requirements of paragraph (i) or paragraph (k) (1) The Director of the Federal Register 747–200F, 747–300, 747–400, 747–
of this AD, as applicable, provided the approved the incorporation by reference 400D, 747–400F, 747SR, and 747SP
conditions in paragraphs (m)(1) and (m)(2) of (IBR) of the service information listed in this
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series airplanes. AD 2012–05–03
this AD are met. paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
required modifying the fluid drain path
(1) The anti-ice piccolo tube part number part 51.
must be approved by the Manager, (2) You must use this service information in the leading edge area of the wing.
International Section, Transport Standards as applicable to do the actions required by This AD requires additional work to seal
Branch, FAA; or the European Aviation this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise. those drainage holes in the wing access
Safety Agency (EASA); or Dassault Aviation’s (i) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000–431, panels. This AD was prompted by a
EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). Revision 1, dated June 6, 2016. design review following a ground fire
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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 October 5, 2017. | |
| Contact | Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227- 1149. | |
| FR Citation | 82 FR 41323 | |
| RIN Number | 2120-AA64 | |
| CFR Associated | Air Transportation; Aircraft; Aviation Safety; Incorporation by Reference and Safety |
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