Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX Airplanes, 34624-34626 [E8-13315]

Download as PDF 34624 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 118 / Wednesday, June 18, 2008 / Rules and Regulations Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: Defective burner hoses have been identified which might develop a leak. A significant leak, if it was ignited, could hazard the balloon and occupants. Since the issue of AD G–2003–0010 there have been occurrences of hose failure in batches not identified in the earlier bulletins. LHAB Service Bulletin (SB) No. 11 supersedes the earlier SBs and revises the applicability as required. The MCAI requires you inspect the hose to identify whether the hose is from the affected batch of hoses and to inspect for defective hoses and end fittings, immediately replace any defective hose and end fittings, and eventually replace any of the hoses and end fittings from the affected batch that are not defective. Actions and Compliance (f) Do the following unless already done: (1) Before further flight after April 1, 2008 (the compliance date retained from AD 2008– 06–15), inspect the balloon burner to determine whether it has a hose from the affected batch of hoses following Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 11, Issue 1, dated September 24, 2007. (2) If as a result of the inspection required by (f)(1) of this AD you find a hose from the affected batch, before further flight, inspect for leaks and conduct a pressure test following Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 11, Issue 1, dated September 24, 2007, and repetitively thereafter inspect and conduct a pressure test at intervals not to exceed 10 hours time-inservice. (3) If as a result of any inspection or test required by (f)(2) of this AD you find a defective hose, before further flight, replace it and the end fitting with a new hose and new end fitting following FAA-approved instructions. The Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. maintenance manual contains FAA-approved instructions. This action terminates the repetitive requirement in (f)(2) of this AD. (4) Unless already done, within 12 months after July 23, 2008 (the effective date of this AD), replace any hose from the affected batch with a new hose and end fitting following FAA-approved instructions. The Lindstrand Balloons Ltd. maintenance manual contains FAA-approved instructions. After doing this replacement, no further action is required by this AD. Note 1: At any time after July 23, 2008 (the effective date of this AD), you may replace the hose and end fitting to terminate the repetitive inspection and testing requirements of this AD. FAA AD Differences pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES Note 2: 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, Standards Office, VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:10 Jun 17, 2008 Jkt 214001 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: Taylor Martin, Aerospace Engineer, FAA, Small Airplane Directorate, 901 Locust, Room 301, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; telephone: (816) 329–4138; fax: (816) 329– 4090. 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 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), 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 United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority Emergency Airworthiness Directive AD No. G–2008–0001, dated January 9, 2008; and Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 11, Issue 1, dated September 24, 2007, for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 11, Issue 1, dated September 24, 2007, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the AD specifies otherwise. (1) On April 1, 2008 (73 FR 13113, March 12, 2008), the Director of the Federal Register previously approved the incorporation by reference of Lindstrand Hot Air Balloons Ltd. Service Bulletin No. 11, Issue 1, dated September 24, 2007. (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact Lindstrand Balloons Ltd., Maesbury Road, OSWESTRY, Shropshire SY10 8ZZ, England, Telephone +44 (0) 1691– 671717; FAX +4 (0) 1691–671122. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Central Region, Office of the Regional Counsel, 901 Locust, Room 506, Kansas City, Missouri 64106; 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/ code_of_federal_regulations/ ibr_locations.html. Issued in Kansas City, Missouri, on June 10, 2008. Kim Smith, Manager, Small Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8–13674 Filed 6–17–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2008–0301; Directorate Identifier 2007–NM–284–AD; Amendment 39–15559; AD 2008–12–15] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule. AGENCY: 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: On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is nominal, while in NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half compared to what it should be. Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by Certification Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to passenger incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation. The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask boxes for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation of passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL mode. We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe condition on these products. DATES: This AD becomes effective July 23, 2008. The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 23, 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. E:\FR\FM\18JNR1.SGM 18JNR1 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 118 / Wednesday, June 18, 2008 / Rules and Regulations Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM–116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057–3356; telephone (425) 227–1137; fax (425) 227–1149. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 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 March 18, 2008 (73 FR 14403). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the specified products. The MCAI states: On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is nominal, while in NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half compared to what it should be. Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by Certification Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to passenger incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation. The purpose of this Airworthiness Directive (AD) is to mandate the replacement of the passenger oxygen mask boxes by newdesign ones [boxes] adapted to the controller. The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask boxes for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation of passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL mode. 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. pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES 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. VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:10 Jun 17, 2008 Jkt 214001 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 27 products of U.S. registry. We also estimate that it will take about 16 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 $0 per product. Where the service information lists required parts costs that are covered under warranty, we 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 $34,560, or $1,280 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: PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 34625 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 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 2008–12–15 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39–15559. Docket No. FAA–2008–0301; Directorate Identifier 2007–NM–284–AD. Effective Date (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective July 23, 2008. Affected ADs (b) None. Applicability (c) This AD applies to Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD. (1) Falcon 900EX airplanes, serial number (S/N) 120 through 146 inclusive, on which Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–257 has not been implemented. E:\FR\FM\18JNR1.SGM 18JNR1 34626 Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 118 / Wednesday, June 18, 2008 / Rules and Regulations (2) Falcon 2000EX airplanes, S/N 28 through 55 inclusive, on which Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX–61 has not been implemented. Subject (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 35: Oxygen. Reason (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states: On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is nominal, while in NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half compared to what it should be. Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by Certification Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to passenger incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation. The purpose of this Airworthiness Directive (AD) is to mandate the replacement of the passenger oxygen mask boxes by newdesigned ones [boxes] adapted to the controller. The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask boxes for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation of passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL mode. Actions and Compliance (f) Unless already done do the following actions: (1) Within 15 months after the effective date of this AD, replace the passenger oxygen mask boxes in accordance with Dassault Service Bulletins F900EX–257 or F2000EX– 61, both Revision 1, both dated March 22, 2007, as applicable. (2) Actions done before the effective date of this AD in accordance with Dassault Service Bulletins F900EX–257, dated March 15, 2006; and F2000EX–61, dated March 22, 2006; are acceptable for compliance with the corresponding actions of this AD. FAA AD Differences Note: This AD differs from the MCAI and/ or service information as follows: No differences. 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 (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency Airworthiness Directive 2007– 0073, dated March 22, 2007; and Dassault Service Bulletins F900EX–257 and F2000EX– 61, both Revision 1, both dated March 22, 2007; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–257, Revision 1, dated March 22, 2007; or Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX– 61, Revision 1, dated March 22, 2007; as applicable; 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 June 3, 2008. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E8–13315 Filed 6–17–08; 8:45 am] pwalker on PROD1PC71 with RULES BILLING CODE 4910–13–P 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) VerDate Aug<31>2005 17:10 Jun 17, 2008 Jkt 214001 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION 16 CFR Part 24 Guides for Select Leather and Imitation Leather Products Federal Trade Commission. Confirmation of guides. AGENCY: ACTION: SUMMARY: The Federal Trade Commission (‘‘FTC’’ or ‘‘Commission’’) PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 has completed the regulatory review of its Guides for Select Leather and Imitation Leather Products (‘‘Leather Guides’’ or ‘‘Guides’’) as part of its systematic review of all current Commission regulations and guides, and has decided to retain the Guides in their current form. DATES: This action is effective as of June 18, 2008. ADDRESSES: Requests for copies of this notice should be sent to the Consumer Response Center, Room 130, Federal Trade Commission, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20580. The notice also is available on the Internet at the Commission’s Web site, https://www.ftc.gov. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Susan E. Arthur, Attorney, Southwest Region, Federal Trade Commission, 1999 Bryan Street, Suite 2150, Dallas, Texas 75201. E-mail: sarthur@ftc.gov, telephone: (214) 979-9370. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Introduction The Commission has determined, as part of its oversight responsibilities, to review all Commission rules and guides periodically. These reviews seek information about the costs and benefits of the Commission’s rules and guides and their regulatory and economic impact. The information obtained during the reviews assists the Commission in determining whether rules and guides should be confirmed, amended, or rescinded. II. Background The Commission’s Leather Guides address misrepresentations regarding the composition and characteristics of specific leather and imitation leather products.1 The Guides apply to the manufacture, sale, distribution, marketing, or advertising of leather or simulated leather purses, luggage, wallets, footwear, and other similar products. Importantly, the Guides state that disclosure of non-leather content should be made for material which has the appearance of leather but is not leather. The Commission adopted the Leather Guides in 1996, as part of its periodic review of its rules and guides.2 The 1 The Leather Guides ‘‘are administrative interpretations of laws administered by the Commission for the guidance of the public in conducting its affairs in conformity with legal requirements. They provide the basis for voluntary and simultaneous abandonment of unlawful practices by members of industry.’’ 16 C.F.R. 1.5. Conduct inconsistent with the Guides may result in corrective action by the Commission under applicable statutory provisions. 2 61 Fed. Reg. 51577 (October 3, 1996). E:\FR\FM\18JNR1.SGM 18JNR1

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2008-0301; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-284-AD; 
Amendment 39-15559; AD 2008-12-15]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX 
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:

    On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new 
oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has 
determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new 
controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal 
pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is 
nominal, while in NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half 
compared to what it should be.
    Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of 
supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by 
Certification Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to 
passenger incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation.

    The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask 
boxes for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation of 
passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid 
depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL mode. 
We are issuing this AD to require actions to correct the unsafe 
condition on these products.

DATES: This AD becomes effective July 23, 2008.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of July 23, 
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.

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, 
International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 
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 March 18, 2008 (73 
FR 14403). That NPRM proposed to correct an unsafe condition for the 
specified products. The MCAI states:

    On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new 
oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has 
determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new 
controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal 
pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is 
nominal, while in NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half 
compared to what it should be.
    Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of 
supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by 
Certification Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to 
passenger incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation.
    The purpose of this Airworthiness Directive (AD) is to mandate 
the replacement of the passenger oxygen mask boxes by new-design 
ones [boxes] adapted to the controller.

The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask boxes 
for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation of 
passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid 
depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL mode. 
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 27 products of U.S. 
registry. We also estimate that it will take about 16 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 $0 per 
product. Where the service information lists required parts costs that 
are covered under warranty, we 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 $34,560, or $1,280 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:

2008-12-15 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-15559. Docket No. FAA-
2008-0301; Directorate Identifier 2007-NM-284-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective July 23, 
2008.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX and 900EX 
airplanes, certificated in any category, as identified in paragraphs 
(c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD.
    (1) Falcon 900EX airplanes, serial number (S/N) 120 through 146 
inclusive, on which Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-257 has not 
been implemented.

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    (2) Falcon 2000EX airplanes, S/N 28 through 55 inclusive, on 
which Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-61 has not been implemented.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 35: Oxygen.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) 
states:

    On early FALCON airplanes featuring the EASy cockpit, a new 
oxygen controller has been installed. An internal review has 
determined that the passenger oxygen mask boxes do not fit this new 
controller. In OVERRIDE mode, that is to say, when the internal 
pressure reducer is by-passed, oxygen (O2) flow is nominal, while in 
NORMAL mode O2 flow is reduced by half compared to what it should 
be.
    Consequently, in NORMAL mode the minimum mass flow of 
supplemental O2 for each passenger, as required by Certification 
Specifications, is no longer met. This could lead to passenger 
incommodation due to insufficient body oxygenation.
    The purpose of this Airworthiness Directive (AD) is to mandate 
the replacement of the passenger oxygen mask boxes by new-designed 
ones [boxes] adapted to the controller.

The unsafe condition is incorrectly fitted passenger oxygen mask 
boxes for the new controllers, which could result in incapacitation 
of passengers due to insufficient oxygen in the event of rapid 
depressurization of the airplane when the controller is in NORMAL 
mode.

Actions and Compliance

    (f) Unless already done do the following actions:
    (1) Within 15 months after the effective date of this AD, 
replace the passenger oxygen mask boxes in accordance with Dassault 
Service Bulletins F900EX-257 or F2000EX-61, both Revision 1, both 
dated March 22, 2007, as applicable.
    (2) Actions done before the effective date of this AD in 
accordance with Dassault Service Bulletins F900EX-257, dated March 
15, 2006; and F2000EX-61, dated March 22, 2006; are acceptable for 
compliance with the corresponding actions of this AD.

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 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 Airworthiness 
Directive 2007-0073, dated March 22, 2007; and Dassault Service 
Bulletins F900EX-257 and F2000EX-61, both Revision 1, both dated 
March 22, 2007; for related information.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (i) You must use Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-257, Revision 
1, dated March 22, 2007; or Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-61, 
Revision 1, dated March 22, 2007; as applicable; 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 June 3, 2008.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. E8-13315 Filed 6-17-08; 8:45 am]
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