[Federal Register: November 14, 2008 (Volume 73, Number 221)]
[Rules and Regulations]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2008-0729; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-052-AD;
Amendment 39-15700; AD 2008-22-05]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 900,
Falcon 900EX, and Falcon 2000 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 the
products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:
This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued following the
discovery of a potential chafing between the rheostat of the 3rd
crew member control panel reading light and the air gasper flexible
hose, or with the electrical wires nearby. If le[f]t uncorrected,
this chafing may expose the metallic spiral armature of the flexible
hose, or damage the electrical wires insulation, which could result
in a short-circuit generating sustained overheating and smoke
emission.
We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe
condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective December 19, 2008.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of December 19,
2008.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://
www.regulations.gov or in person at the U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC.
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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 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 to include an AD that would apply to the specified products.
That NPRM was published in the Federal Register on July 7, 2008 (73 FR
38346). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued following the
discovery of a potential chafing between the rheostat of the 3rd
crew member control panel reading light and the air gasper flexible
hose, or with the electrical wires nearby. If le[f]t uncorrected,
this chafing may expose the metallic spiral armature of the flexible
hose, or damage the electrical wires insulation, which could result
in a short-circuit generating sustained overheating and smoke
emission.
This AD requires an inspection of the air gasper installation in
the 3rd crew control panel of the LH [left-hand]and RH [right-
hand]crew closet for interference and damage and applicable related
corrective actions.
The corrective actions include replacing the flexible hoses and
installing ROUNDIT insulation sleeving to the wires near the rheostat.
You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD
docket.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We considered the single comment received.
Request To Include New Service Information
Dassault recommends that the AD reflect the updated service
information that was issued after the date of the MCAI. Dassault states
that the most recent revisions of the service information are as
follows:
Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F900-360, Revision 1,
dated February 15, 2008.
Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F900EX-261, Revision
1, dated February 15, 2008.
Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000-316, Revision 1,
dated February 15, 2008.
We agree to change the AD to reflect the current service
information. Revision 1 of the service information contains an
editorial change that does not affect the procedures. Table 1 of
paragraph (f) of the AD has been changed accordingly, and we have added
new paragraph (g) and Table 2 to the AD to give credit for actions
performed according to the original versions of the service
information.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data, including the comment received, and
determined that air safety and the public interest require adopting the
AD with the change described previously. We determined that this change
will not increase the economic burden on any operator or increase the
scope of the AD.
Differences Between This AD and the MCAI or Service Information
We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
We might also have required different actions in this AD from those
in the MCAI in order to follow our FAA policies. Any such differences
are highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD will affect 335 products of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take 4 work-hours per product to comply
with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor rate is $80
per work-hour. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD
to the U.S. operators to be $107,200, or $320 per product.
Authority for This Rulemaking
Title 49 of the United States Code specifies the FAA's authority to
issue rules on aviation safety. Subtitle I, section 106, describes the
authority of the FAA Administrator. ``Subtitle VII: Aviation
Programs,'' describes in more detail the scope of the Agency's
authority.
We are issuing this rulemaking under the authority described in
``Subtitle VII, Part A, Subpart III, Section 44701: General
requirements.'' Under that section, Congress charges the FAA with
promoting safe flight of civil aircraft in air commerce by prescribing
regulations for practices, methods, and procedures the Administrator
finds necessary for safety in air commerce. This regulation is within
the scope of that authority because it addresses an unsafe condition
that is likely to exist or develop on products identified in this
rulemaking action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this 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 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); 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.
We prepared a regulatory evaluation of the estimated costs to
comply with this AD and placed it in the AD docket.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://
www.regulations.gov; or in person at the Docket Operations office
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal
holidays. The AD docket contains the NPRM, 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.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
0
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 AD:
AD 2008-22-05 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-15700. Docket No. FAA-
2008-0729; Directorate Identifier 2008-NM-052-AD.
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Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective December
19, 2008.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 900
airplanes from serial number (S/N) 1 to 200 inclusive; Model Falcon
900EX airplanes from S/N 1 to 129 inclusive; and Model Falcon 2000
airplanes from S/N 1 to 210 inclusive; when fitted with a third crew
member control panel; certificated in any category.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25:
Equipment/Furnishings.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is issued following the
discovery of a potential chafing between the rheostat of the 3rd
crew member control panel reading light and the air gasper flexible
hose, or with the electrical wires nearby. If le[f]t uncorrected,
this chafing may expose the metallic spiral armature of the flexible
hose, or damage the electrical wires insulation, which could result
in a short-circuit generating sustained overheating and smoke
emission.
This AD requires an inspection of the air gasper installation in
the 3rd crew control panel of the LH [left-hand]and RH [right-
hand]crew closet for interference and damage and applicable related
corrective actions.
The corrective actions include replacing the flexible hose and
installing ROUNDIT insulation sleeving to the wires near the
rheostat.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done: Within 7 months after the effective
date of this AD, do a detailed inspection of the air gasper
installation in the 3rd crew member control panel of the left-hand
and right-hand crew closet for interference and damage, and do all
applicable related corrective actions as instructed in the
Accomplishment Instructions of the applicable service information
listed in Table 1 of this AD. Corrective actions must be done before
further flight.
Table 1--Service Information
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Dassault Mandatory Service
Bulletin-- Revision-- Date--
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F900-360......................... 1 Feb. 15, 2008.
F900EX-261....................... 1 Feb. 15, 2008.
F2000-316........................ 1 Feb. 15, 2008.
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(g) Actions done before the effective date of this AD in
accordance with the service information listed in Table 2 of this AD
are acceptable for compliance with the requirements of paragraph
(f).
Table 2--Credit Service Information
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Dassault Service Bulletin-- Date--
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F900-360............................... July 20, 2005.
F900EX-261............................. July 20, 2005.
F2000-316.............................. July 27, 2005.
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FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows: No differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(h) 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. Send information to ATTN: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1137; fax (425) 227-1149.
Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC
applies, notify your appropriate principal inspector (PI) in the FAA
Flight Standards District Office (FSDO), or lacking a PI, your local
FSDO.
(2) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
(3) Reporting Requirements: For any reporting requirement in
this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information
collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-
0056.
Related Information
(i) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
Airworthiness Directive 2008-0013, dated January 24, 2008, and the
service information listed in Table 1 and Table 2 of this AD, for
related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(j) You must use the service information specified in Table 3 of
this AD to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD
specifies otherwise.
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference of this service information under 5
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, New Jersey
07606; telephone 201-440-6700; Internet http://
www.dassaultfalcon.com.
(3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington; or 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.
Table 3--Material Incorporated by Reference
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Dassault Mandatory Service
Bulletin-- Revision-- Date--
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F900-360......................... 1 Feb. 15, 2008.
F900EX-261....................... 1 Feb. 15, 2008.
F2000-316........................ 1 Feb. 15, 2008.
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Issued in Renton, Washington, on October 10, 2008.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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