[Federal Register: March 30, 2004 (Volume 69, Number 61)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. 2002-NM-232-AD; Amendment 39-13547; AD 2004-07-03]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 50 Series
Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration, DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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SUMMARY: This amendment adopts a new airworthiness directive (AD),
applicable to certain Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 50 series
airplanes, that requires one-time detailed inspections for structural
discrepancies of various fuselage attachments; and corrective actions,
if necessary, to restore the structure to the original design
specifications. This action is necessary to prevent early fatigue,
corrosion, or fretting, which could result in structural failure of
major components of the airplane and reduced structural integrity of
the airplane. This action is intended to address the identified unsafe
condition.
DATES: Effective May 4, 2004.
The incorporation by reference of a certain publication listed in
the regulations is approved by the Director of the Federal Register as
of May 4, 2004.
ADDRESSES: The service information referenced in this AD may be
obtained from Dassault Falcon Jet, PO Box 2000, South Hackensack, New
Jersey 07606. This information may be examined at the Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Transport Airplane Directorate, Rules Docket,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or at the Office of the
Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street, NW., suite 700, Washington,
DC.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98055-4056; telephone (425)
227-1137; fax (425) 227-1149.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: A proposal to amend part 39 of the Federal
Aviation Regulations (14 CFR part 39) to include an airworthiness
directive (AD) that is applicable to certain Dassault Model Mystere-
Falcon 50 series airplanes was published in the Federal Register on
January 22, 2004 (69 FR 3041). That action proposed to require one-time
detailed inspections for structural discrepancies of various fuselage
attachments; and corrective actions, if necessary, to restore the
structure to the original design specifications.
Comments
Interested persons have been afforded an opportunity to participate
in the making of this amendment. No comments were submitted in response
to the proposal or the FAA's determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
The FAA has determined that air safety and the public interest
require the adoption of the rule as proposed.
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Cost Impact
The FAA estimates that 21 airplanes of U.S. registry will be
affected by this AD, and that it will take between 5 hours and 123
hours to accomplish each inspection, depending on the operating
point(s) that are inspected. The average labor rate is $65 per work
hour. Based on these figures, the cost impact of the AD on U.S.
operators is estimated to be between $325 and $7,995 per airplane.
The cost impact figure discussed above is based on assumptions that
no operator has yet accomplished any of the requirements of this AD
action, and that no operator would accomplish those actions in the
future if this AD were not adopted. The cost impact figures discussed
in AD rulemaking actions represent only the time necessary to perform
the specific actions actually required by the AD. These figures
typically do not include incidental costs, such as the time required to
gain access and close up, planning time, or time necessitated by other
administrative actions.
Regulatory Impact
The regulations adopted herein 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. Therefore, it
is determined that this final rule does not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132.
For the reasons discussed above, I certify that this action (1) is
not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order 12866;
(2) is not a ``significant rule'' under DOT Regulatory Policies and
Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979); and (3) 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. A final evaluation has been prepared for this action
and it is contained in the Rules Docket. A copy of it may be obtained
from the Rules Docket at the location provided under the caption
ADDRESSES.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
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Accordingly, pursuant to the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the Federal Aviation Administration amends part 39 of
the Federal Aviation Regulations (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. Section 39.13 is amended by adding the following new airworthiness
directive:
2004-07-03 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-13547. Docket 2002-NM-
232-AD.
Applicability: Model Mystere-Falcon 50 series airplanes, having
serial numbers (S/N) 253 through 278 inclusive; certificated in any
category.
Compliance: Required as indicated, unless accomplished
previously.
To prevent early fatigue, corrosion, or fretting, which could
result in structural failure of major components, and possible
reduced structural integrity of the airplane, accomplish the
following:
Inspections and Corrective Actions
(a) Within 78 months after the effective date of this AD,
perform one-time detailed inspection(s) for structural discrepancies
of the fuselage attachments at all applicable operating points
specified in paragraph 2.B. of the Accomplishment Instructions of
Dassault Service Bulletin F50-332, dated March 13, 2002. Perform the
inspections in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of
the service bulletin.
Note 1: For the purposes of this AD, a detailed inspection is
defined as: ``An intensive visual examination of a specific
structural area, system, installation, or assembly to detect damage,
failure, or irregularity. Available lighting is normally
supplemented with a direct source of good lighting at intensity
deemed appropriate by the inspector. Inspection aids such as mirror,
magnifying lenses, etc., may be used. Surface cleaning and elaborate
access procedures may be required.''
(b) If any structural discrepancy of the fuselage attachments
(e.g., missing rivets, and loose or un-reinforced rivets and screws)
is found during the inspections required by paragraph (a) of this
AD: Prior to further flight, accomplish all applicable corrective
actions (e.g., installing new shims, installing new reinforcement
fittings, re-torquing or re-installing screws, and installing
missing rivets), as applicable, at the appropriate operating
point(s) of the fuselage, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F50-332, dated March 13,
2002.
No Reporting Requirements
(c) Although the service bulletin specifies to submit a
reporting card to the manufacturer, this AD does not include such a
requirement.
Alternative Methods of Compliance
(d) In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, the Manager, International
Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, is authorized
to approve alternative methods of compliance for this AD.
Incorporation by Reference
(e) The actions shall be done in accordance with Dassault
Service Bulletin F50-332, dated March 13, 2002. This incorporation
by reference was approved by the Director of the Federal Register in
accordance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51. Copies may be
obtained from Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack,
New Jersey 07606. Copies may be inspected at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or
at the Office of the Federal Register, 800 North Capitol Street,
NW., suite 700, Washington, DC.
Note 2: The subject of this AD is addressed in French
airworthiness directive 2002-033-039(B) R1, dated May 15, 2002.
Effective Date
(f) This amendment becomes effective on May 4, 2004.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 19, 2004.
Kevin M. Mullin,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 04-6776 Filed 3-29-04; 8:45 am]
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