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Issued in Burlington, Massachusetts, on
April 10, 2008.
Peter A. White,
Assistant Manager, Engine and Propeller
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. E8–8120 Filed 4–18–08; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2008–0116; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–257–AD; Amendment
39–15474; AD 2008–08–20]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
Model Falcon 2000 Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
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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:
Wing anti ice telescopic tubes (P/N [part
number] 5035–400 and 5035–500) ball joints
were originally designed with high
temperature polymer (KynelTM) sealing rings.
Temperature induced cracking of these rings
associated with long term wear has been
encountered in a small number of cases. This
degradation may lead to binding of the ball
joint and high swiveling forces which may
result in improper operation of the leading
edge slats and also in failure of the ball joint
mounting bracket with possible friction on
the aileron control rod, which could lead, if
combined with a failure of the aileron
emergency actuator, to an aileron jamming.
The unsafe condition is a jammed
aileron, which results in reduced
controllability of the airplane. We are
issuing this AD to require actions to
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correct the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective May
27, 2008.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of May 27, 2008.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
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.
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 February 5, 2008 (73 FR
6618). That NPRM proposed to correct
an unsafe condition for the specified
products. The MCAI states:
Wing anti ice telescopic tubes (P/N [part
number] 5035–400 and 5035–500) ball joints
were originally designed with high
temperature polymer (KynelTM) sealing rings.
Temperature induced cracking of these rings
associated with long term wear has been
encountered in a small number of cases. This
degradation may lead to binding of the ball
joint and high swiveling forces which may
result in improper operation of the leading
edge slats and also in failure of the ball joint
mounting bracket with possible friction on
the aileron control rod, which could lead, if
combined with a failure of the aileron
emergency actuator, to an aileron jamming.
A replacement carbon based material has
been defined by the telescopic tube
manufacturer ZODIAC and can be applied
per ZODIAC Service Bulletins (SB) 5035–30–
001 and 5035–30–002, resulting in P/N redesignations 5035–600 Amdt.A and 5035–
700 Amdt.A, respectively.
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The purpose of this Airworthiness
Directive (AD), by requiring modification of
the wing anti-ice telescopic tubes in
accordance with the ZODIAC service
bulletins, is to ensure that no old definition
sealing rings remain in operation beyond a
life limit of 2,400 flight hours (FH) or 2,000
flight cycles (FC).
The unsafe condition is a jammed
aileron, which results in reduced
controllability of the airplane. 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
received no comments on the NPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting the AD
as proposed.
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
about 159 products of U.S. registry. We
also estimate that it will take about 4
work-hours per product to comply with
the basic requirements of this AD. The
average labor rate is $80 per work-hour.
Required parts will cost about $1,423
per product. Where the service
information lists required parts costs
that are covered under warranty, we
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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.
have assumed that there will be no
charge for these parts. As we do not
control warranty coverage for affected
parties, some parties may incur costs
higher than estimated here. Based on
these figures, we estimate the cost of
this AD to the U.S. operators to be
$277,137, or $1,743 per product.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
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.
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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 https://
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
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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:
I
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
I
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new AD:
I
2008–08–20 Dassault Aviation:
Amendment 39–15474. Docket No.
FAA–2008–0116; Directorate Identifier
2007–NM–257–AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD)
becomes effective May 27, 2008.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Dassault Model
Falcon 2000 airplanes, certificated in any
category; all serial numbers; equipped with
wing anti-ice telescopic tubes having part
number (P/N) 5035–400 or 5035–500.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 30: Ice and rain protection.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing
airworthiness information (MCAI) states:
Wing anti ice telescopic tubes (P/N [part
number] 5035–400 and 5035–500) ball joints
were originally designed with high
temperature polymer (KynelTM) sealing rings.
Temperature induced cracking of these rings
associated with long term wear has been
encountered in a small number of cases. This
degradation may lead to binding of the ball
joint and high swiveling forces which may
result in improper operation of the leading
edge slats and also in failure of the ball joint
mounting bracket with possible friction on
the aileron control rod, which could lead, if
combined with a failure of the aileron
emergency actuator, to an aileron jamming.
A replacement carbon based material has
been defined by the telescopic tube
manufacturer Zodiac and can be applied per
Zodiac Service Bulletins (SB) 5035–30–001
and 5035–30–002, resulting in P/N
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redesignations 5035–600 Amdt.A and 5035–
700 Amdt.A, respectively.
The purpose of this Airworthiness
Directive (AD), by requiring modification of
the wing anti-ice telescopic tubes in
accordance with the Zodiac service bulletins,
is to ensure that no old definition sealing
rings remain in operation beyond a life limit
of 2,400 flight hours (FH) or 2,000 flight
cycles (FC).
The unsafe condition is a jammed aileron,
which results in reduced controllability of
the airplane.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following
actions.
(1) At the later of the compliance times
specified in paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (f)(1)(ii)
of this AD, remove and modify the affected
tubes in accordance with instructions
contained in Zodiac Service Bulletins 5035–
30–001 and 5035–30–002, both dated April
15, 2002.
(i) Before the telescopic tubes, P/N 5035–
400 and 5035–500, exceed the limit of 2,400
flight hours, or 2,000 flight cycles, time-inservice since new, whichever occurs first.
(ii) At the earlier of the times specified in
paragraphs (f)(1)(ii)(A) and (f)(1)(ii)(B) of this
AD.
(A) Within 330 flight hours after the
effective date of this AD.
(B) Within 7 months after the effective date
of this AD.
(2) As of 7 months after the effective date
of this AD, no person may install an affected
telescopic tube P/N 5035–400 or 5035–500 in
any aircraft as a replacement part, unless it
has been modified in accordance with
instructions contained in Zodiac Service
Bulletins 5035–30–001 and 5035–30–002,
both dated April 15, 2002.
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/
or service information as follows: No
differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) 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
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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
(h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation
Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness
Directive 2006–0276, dated September 6,
2006; and Zodiac Service Bulletins 5035–30–
001 and 5035–30–002, both dated April 15,
2002; for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Zodiac Service Bulletin
5035–30–001, dated April 15, 2002; and
Zodiac Service Bulletin 5035–30–002, dated
April 15, 2002; 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.
(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: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 8,
2008.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate,
Aircraft Certification Service.
[FR Doc. E8–8253 Filed 4–18–08; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 4910–13–P
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2007–29116; Directorate
Identifier 2007–NM–064–AD; Amendment
39–15476; AD 2008–08–22]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Boeing
Model 737–600, –700, –700C, –800, and
–900 Series Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
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AGENCY:
SUMMARY: We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Boeing Model 737–600, –700, –700C,
–800, and –900 series airplanes. This
AD requires a one-time inspection to
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determine the material of the forward
and aft gray water drain masts. For
airplanes having composite gray water
drain masts, this AD requires
installation of a bonding jumper
between a ground and the clamp on the
tube of the forward and aft gray water
composite drain masts. This AD results
from a report of charred insulation
blankets and burned wires around the
forward gray water composite drain
mast found during an inspection of the
forward cargo compartment on a Model
767–300F airplane. We are issuing this
AD to prevent a fire near a composite
drain mast and possible disruption of
the electrical power system caused by a
lightning strike on a composite drain
mast, which could result in the loss of
several functions essential for safe
flight.
DATES: This AD is effective May 27,
2008.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of May 27, 2008.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this AD, contact Boeing
Commercial Airplanes, P.O. Box 3707,
Seattle, Washington 98124–2207.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov; 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 address for the
Docket Office (telephone 800–647–5527)
is the Document 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:
Nicholas Wilson, Aerospace Engineer,
Cabin Safety and Environmental
Systems Branch, ANM–150S, FAA,
Seattle Aircraft Certification Office,
1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton,
Washington 98057–3356; telephone
(425) 917–6476; fax (425) 917–6590.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) (the ‘‘original
NPRM’’) to amend 14 CFR part 39 to
include an airworthiness directive (AD)
that would apply to all Boeing Model
737–600, –700, –700C, –800, and –900
series airplanes. That NPRM was
published in the Federal Register on
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September 6, 2007 (72 FR 51201). That
NPRM proposed to require a one-time
inspection to determine the material of
the forward and aft gray water drain
masts. For airplanes having composite
gray water drain masts, that NPRM also
proposed to require installation of a
bonding jumper between a ground and
the clamp on the tube of the forward
and aft gray water composite drain
masts.
Actions Since NPRM Was Issued
Since we issued the NPRM, Boeing
has issued new service information that
includes corrected measurement values
and procedures that should be followed
if the resistance of the bonding jumper
exceeds certain values during the initial
resistance check.
We have reviewed Boeing Special
Attention Service Bulletin 737–30–
1056, Revision 1, dated October 25,
2007. The service bulletin describes
procedures for installing a bonding
jumper between a ground and the clamp
on the tube of the forward and aft gray
water composite drain mast. We have
revised this final rule to refer to
Revision 1 of the service bulletin as the
appropriate source of service
information for the required actions. We
have also added paragraph (h) to this
final rule to give credit for actions done
previously in accordance with Boeing
Special Attention Service Bulletin 737–
30–1056, dated February 28, 2007,
provided the results of the resistance
measurement meet the values specified
in Revision 1; we have re-identified
subsequent paragraphs accordingly.
Comments
We have considered the following
comments on the NPRM.
Request To Clarify the Proposed
Applicability
Boeing requests that we revise the
Applicability statement of the NPRM to
clarify the affected airplanes. Boeing
states that airplanes having line
numbers 1935 and subsequent have the
bonding jumper installed during
production and should not be subject to
the NPRM. Boeing asserts that the
NPRM should only be applicable to
airplanes delivered with composite
drain masts without the bonding jumper
or airplanes with spare
interchangeability notes allowing
replacement of the aluminum drain
masts with composite drain masts.
We partially agree. For the reason
stated by Boeing, we have determined
that these airplanes should not be
subject to this AD. However, we do not
agree to revise the Applicability
statement of this AD as suggested by
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2008-0116; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-257-AD;
Amendment 39-15474; AD 2008-08-20]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model 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:
Wing anti ice telescopic tubes (P/N [part number] 5035-400 and
5035-500) ball joints were originally designed with high temperature
polymer (Kynel\TM\) sealing rings. Temperature induced cracking of
these rings associated with long term wear has been encountered in a
small number of cases. This degradation may lead to binding of the
ball joint and high swiveling forces which may result in improper
operation of the leading edge slats and also in failure of the ball
joint mounting bracket with possible friction on the aileron control
rod, which could lead, if combined with a failure of the aileron
emergency actuator, to an aileron jamming.
The unsafe condition is a jammed aileron, which results in reduced
controllability of the airplane. We are issuing this AD to require
actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: This AD becomes effective May 27, 2008.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of May 27, 2008.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://
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.
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 February 5, 2008 (73
FR 6618). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the
specified products. The MCAI states:
Wing anti ice telescopic tubes (P/N [part number] 5035-400 and
5035-500) ball joints were originally designed with high temperature
polymer (Kynel\TM\) sealing rings. Temperature induced cracking of
these rings associated with long term wear has been encountered in a
small number of cases. This degradation may lead to binding of the
ball joint and high swiveling forces which may result in improper
operation of the leading edge slats and also in failure of the ball
joint mounting bracket with possible friction on the aileron control
rod, which could lead, if combined with a failure of the aileron
emergency actuator, to an aileron jamming.
A replacement carbon based material has been defined by the
telescopic tube manufacturer ZODIAC and can be applied per ZODIAC
Service Bulletins (SB) 5035-30-001 and 5035-30-002, resulting in P/N
re-designations 5035-600 Amdt.A and 5035-700 Amdt.A, respectively.
The purpose of this Airworthiness Directive (AD), by requiring
modification of the wing anti-ice telescopic tubes in accordance
with the ZODIAC service bulletins, is to ensure that no old
definition sealing rings remain in operation beyond a life limit of
2,400 flight hours (FH) or 2,000 flight cycles (FC).
The unsafe condition is a jammed aileron, which results in reduced
controllability of the airplane. 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 received no comments on the NPRM or on the determination of
the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the available data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting the AD as proposed.
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 about 159 products of U.S.
registry. We also estimate that it will take about 4 work-hours per
product to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average
labor rate is $80 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $1,423
per product. Where the service information lists required parts costs
that are covered under warranty, we
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have assumed that there will be no charge for these parts. As we do not
control warranty coverage for affected parties, some parties may incur
costs higher than estimated here. Based on these figures, we estimate
the cost of this AD to the U.S. operators to be $277,137, or $1,743 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 https://
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
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Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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1. The authority citation for part 39 continues to read as follows:
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
Sec. 39.13 [Amended]
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2. The FAA amends Sec. 39.13 by adding the following new AD:
2008-08-20 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-15474. Docket No. FAA-
2008-0116; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-257-AD.
Effective Date
(a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective May 27,
2008.
Affected ADs
(b) None.
Applicability
(c) This AD applies to Dassault Model Falcon 2000 airplanes,
certificated in any category; all serial numbers; equipped with wing
anti-ice telescopic tubes having part number (P/N) 5035-400 or 5035-
500.
Subject
(d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 30: Ice and
rain protection.
Reason
(e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI)
states:
Wing anti ice telescopic tubes (P/N [part number] 5035-400 and
5035-500) ball joints were originally designed with high temperature
polymer (Kynel\TM\) sealing rings. Temperature induced cracking of
these rings associated with long term wear has been encountered in a
small number of cases. This degradation may lead to binding of the
ball joint and high swiveling forces which may result in improper
operation of the leading edge slats and also in failure of the ball
joint mounting bracket with possible friction on the aileron control
rod, which could lead, if combined with a failure of the aileron
emergency actuator, to an aileron jamming.
A replacement carbon based material has been defined by the
telescopic tube manufacturer Zodiac and can be applied per Zodiac
Service Bulletins (SB) 5035-30-001 and 5035-30-002, resulting in P/N
redesignations 5035-600 Amdt.A and 5035-700 Amdt.A, respectively.
The purpose of this Airworthiness Directive (AD), by requiring
modification of the wing anti-ice telescopic tubes in accordance
with the Zodiac service bulletins, is to ensure that no old
definition sealing rings remain in operation beyond a life limit of
2,400 flight hours (FH) or 2,000 flight cycles (FC).
The unsafe condition is a jammed aileron, which results in reduced
controllability of the airplane.
Actions and Compliance
(f) Unless already done, do the following actions.
(1) At the later of the compliance times specified in paragraphs
(f)(1)(i) and (f)(1)(ii) of this AD, remove and modify the affected
tubes in accordance with instructions contained in Zodiac Service
Bulletins 5035-30-001 and 5035-30-002, both dated April 15, 2002.
(i) Before the telescopic tubes, P/N 5035-400 and 5035-500,
exceed the limit of 2,400 flight hours, or 2,000 flight cycles,
time-in-service since new, whichever occurs first.
(ii) At the earlier of the times specified in paragraphs
(f)(1)(ii)(A) and (f)(1)(ii)(B) of this AD.
(A) Within 330 flight hours after the effective date of this AD.
(B) Within 7 months after the effective date of this AD.
(2) As of 7 months after the effective date of this AD, no
person may install an affected telescopic tube P/N 5035-400 or 5035-
500 in any aircraft as a replacement part, unless it has been
modified in accordance with instructions contained in Zodiac Service
Bulletins 5035-30-001 and 5035-30-002, both dated April 15, 2002.
FAA AD Differences
Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information
as follows: No differences.
Other FAA AD Provisions
(g) 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
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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
(h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
Airworthiness Directive 2006-0276, dated September 6, 2006; and
Zodiac Service Bulletins 5035-30-001 and 5035-30-002, both dated
April 15, 2002; for related information.
Material Incorporated by Reference
(i) You must use Zodiac Service Bulletin 5035-30-001, dated
April 15, 2002; and Zodiac Service Bulletin 5035-30-002, dated April
15, 2002; 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.
(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: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-
locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on April 8, 2008.
Ali Bahrami,
Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. E8-8253 Filed 4-18-08; 8:45 am]
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