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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2015–3629; Directorate
Identifier 2015–NM–011–AD; Amendment
39–18662; AD 2016–19–13]
RIN 2120–AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
Aviation Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), Department of
Transportation (DOT).
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE–
FALCON 50, MYSTERE–FALCON 900,
FALCON 900EX, FALCON 2000, and
FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This AD
was prompted by a report of an in-flight
lightning strike to the WHELEN anticollision light located on the top of the
vertical fin tip that caused severe
damage and resulted in the loss of some
airplane functions. This AD requires
modification of the anti-collision light
bonding. We are issuing this AD to
prevent loss of electrical power and
essential airplane functions, and
possible reduced control of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective November
22, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of certain publications listed in this AD
as of November 22, 2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation,
Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South
Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201–
440–6700; Internet https://
www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may
view this referenced service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane
Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
Renton, WA. For information on the
availability of this material at the FAA,
call 425–227–1221. It is also available
on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
3629.
SUMMARY:
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Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
3629; 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
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contains this AD, the regulatory
evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for
the Docket Office (telephone 800–647–
5527) is Docket Management Facility,
U.S. Department of Transportation,
Docket Operations, M–30, West
Building Ground Floor, Room W12–140,
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, ANM–
116, Transport Airplane Directorate,
FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057–3356; telephone 425–227–
1137; fax 425–227–1139.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of
proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD
that would apply to certain Dassault
Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON
50, MYSTERE–FALCON 900, FALCON
900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON
2000EX airplanes. The SNPRM
published in the Federal Register on
June 17, 2016 (81 FR 39597) (‘‘the
SNPRM’’). We preceded the SNPRM
with a notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM) that published in the Federal
Register on September 24, 2015 (80 FR
57545) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The NPRM
proposed to require modification of the
anti-collision light bonding. The NPRM
was prompted by a report of an in-flight
lightning strike to the WHELEN anticollision light located on the top of the
vertical fin tip that caused severe
damage and induced the loss of some
airplane functions. The SNPRM
proposed to clarify the applicability. We
are issuing this AD to prevent loss of
electrical power and essential airplane
functions, and possible reduced control
of the airplane.
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Directive 2015–0006, dated January 15,
2015 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
an unsafe condition for certain Dassault
Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON
50, MYSTERE–FALCON 900, FALCON
900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON
2000EX airplanes. The MCAI states:
An occurrence was reported where a
Falcon 2000 aeroplane experienced an inflight lightning strike, which caused severe
damage and induced the loss of some
aeroplane functions. The investigation results
revealed that the entering point of the
lightning was at the WHELEN anti-collision
light located on the top of the vertical fin tip.
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When the lightning strike hit the anticollision light, an electric arc occurred
between the aeroplane structure and the anticollision light and created a conductive path
by which the lightning current entered inside
the aeroplane. Further analysis has
determined that the electrical bonding
between the WHELEN anti-collision light,
Part Number (P/N) 01–0790044–09, and the
fin tip fairing or the No. 2 engine air intake
cover is insufficient to withstand a lightning
strike.
In case of severe lightning, this condition,
if not corrected, could lead to an unsafe
condition (loss of electrical power and/or of
essential functions) possibly resulting in
reduced control of the aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition,
Dassault Aviation developed a modification
(mod) to improve the WHELEN anti-collision
light bonding when the anti-collision light is
located on top of the vertical fin tip or on No.
2 engine air intake cover, and issued several
Service Bulletins (SB) to modify all affected
aeroplanes in service.
For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD requires modification of the anticollision light bonding.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2015–
3629.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. We
received no comments on the SNPRM or
on the determination of the cost to the
public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and
determined that air safety and the
public interest require adopting this AD
as proposed except for minor editorial
changes. We have determined that these
minor changes:
• Are consistent with the intent that
was proposed in the SNPRM for
correcting the unsafe condition; and
• Do not add any additional burden
upon the public than was already
proposed in the SNPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed the following service
information.
• Dassault Service Bulletin F50–481,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 481–R1),
dated January 26, 2015.
• Dassault Service Bulletin F900–372,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 372–R1),
dated January 26, 2015.
• Dassault Service Bulletin F900–378,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 378–R1),
dated January 26, 2015.
• Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–
285, Revision 1 (also referred to as 285–
R1), dated January 26, 2015.
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• Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–
305, Revision 1 (also referred to as 305–
R1), dated January 26, 2015.
• Dassault Service Bulletin F2000–
337, Revision 1 (also referred to as 337–
R1), dated January 26, 2015.
• Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX–
108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108–
R1), dated January 26, 2015.
The service information describes
procedures for modifying the anticollision light bonding. These
documents are distinct since they apply
to different airplane models in different
configurations. This service information
is reasonably available because the
interested parties have access to it
through their normal course of business
or by the means identified in the
ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 778
airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it would take
about 12 work-hours per product to
comply with the basic requirements of
this AD. The average labor rate is $85
per work-hour. Required parts would
cost about $801 per product. Based on
these figures, we estimate the cost of
this AD on U.S. operators to be
$1,416,738, or $1,821 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.
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under the criteria of the Regulatory
Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation
safety, Incorporation by reference,
Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as
follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
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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 that this AD:
1. Is not a ‘‘significant regulatory
action’’ under Executive Order 12866;
2. Is not a ‘‘significant rule’’ under the
DOT Regulatory Policies and Procedures
(44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in
Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant
economic impact, positive or negative,
on a substantial number of small entities
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 106(g), 40113, 44701.
§ 39.13
[Amended]
2. The FAA amends § 39.13 by adding
the following new airworthiness
directive (AD):
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2016–19–13 Dassault Aviation:
Amendment 39–18662; Docket No.
FAA–2015–3629; Directorate Identifier
2015–NM–011–AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective November 22, 2016.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation
airplanes, certificated in any category,
identified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this
AD.
FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (c) OF THIS AD—APPLICABILITY
Except airplanes modified through: 1
Airplanes
Configuration
Dassault modification
embodied in
production
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON
50 airplanes.
M1853 has been embodied in production or
in service through Dassault Service Bulletin
F50–241.
Group 1: M1682 has been embodied in production or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900–182 3.
Group 2: M1682 has been embodied in production or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900–182 and Modification
M1947 is embodied in production or in
service through Dassault Service Bulletin
F900–176 4.
Group 1: M1682 has been embodied in production or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900EX-025 3.
Group 2: M1682 has been embodied in production or in service through Dassault
Service Bulletin F900EX-025 and Modification M1947 is embodied in production or in
service through Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX-19 4.
M2083 or M3094 2 ......
Dassault Service Bulletin F50-257.
M5381 ........................
Not applicable.
M5386 ........................
Not applicable.
M5381 ........................
Not applicable.
M5103 or M5386 ........
Not applicable.
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON
900 airplanes.
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FIGURE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (c) OF THIS AD—APPLICABILITY—Continued
≤Except airplanes modified through: 1
Airplanes
Configuration
Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 airplanes.
M331 has been embodied in production or in
service through Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000–44.
M1802 has been embodied in production ......
Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes.
Dassault modification
embodied in production
Service bulletin in
service
M810 or M1061 or
M2778.
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000–111.
M810 or M1061 or
M2778.
Not applicable.
1 The excluded airplanes, as specified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD—Applicability, embody either one modification in production or
one service bulletin in service, as applicable.
2 Modification M2083, Dassault Service Bulletin F50–257, Modification M1947, Dassault Service Bulletin F900–176, Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX–19, Modification M5103, as applicable, introduce fin tip SATCOM fairing, in production or in service.
3 Group 1: Airplanes with WHELEN anti-collision light located on top of the vertical fin tip.
4 Group 2: Airplanes with WHELEN anti-collision light located on top of the engine No. 2 air intake cover.
(7) For Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes:
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX–108,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 108–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 33, Lights.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of an
in-flight lightning strike to the WHELEN anticollision light located on the top of the
vertical fin tip that caused severe damage and
resulted in the loss of some airplane
functions. We are issuing this AD to prevent
loss of electrical power and essential airplane
functions, and possible reduced control of
the airplane.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Modification
Within 24 months after the effective date
of this AD, modify the anti-collision light
bonding, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of the
applicable service information specified in
paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(7) of this AD.
(1) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50
airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F50–481,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 481–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(2) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 900
airplanes with the WHELEN system installed
on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service
Bulletin F900–372, Revision 1 (also referred
to as 372–R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(3) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 900
airplanes with the WHELEN system installed
on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900–378, Revision 1 (also referred to as
378–R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(4) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes
with the WHELEN system installed on the
vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX–285, Revision 1 (also referred to as
285–R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(5) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes
with the WHELEN system installed on the Sduct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX–305, Revision 1 (also referred to as
305–R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(6) For Model FALCON 2000 airplanes:
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000–337,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 337–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
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the EASA; or Dassault Aviation’s EASA
Design Organization Approval (DOA). If
approved by the DOA, the approval must
include the DOA-authorized signature.
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions
required by paragraph (g) of this AD, if those
actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using the applicable service
information identified in paragraphs (h)(1)
through (h)(7) of this AD.
(1) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50
airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin F50–481,
dated August 22, 2007.
(2) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 900
airplanes with the WHELEN system installed
on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service
Bulletin F900–372, dated August 22, 2007.
(3) For Model MYSTERE–FALCON 900
airplanes with the WHELEN system installed
on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900–378, dated September 19, 2007.
(4) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes
with the WHELEN system installed on the
vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX–285, dated July 18, 2007.
(5) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes
with the WHELEN system installed on the Sduct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX–305, dated September 19, 2007.
(6) For Model FALCON 2000 airplanes:
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000–337, dated
July 25, 2007.
(7) For Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes:
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX–108,
dated July 25, 2007.
(j) Related Information
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2015–0006, dated
January 15, 2015, for related information.
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov
by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2015–3629.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any
requirement in this AD to obtain corrective
actions from a manufacturer, the action must
be accomplished using a method approved
by the Manager, International Branch, ANM–
116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or
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(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2015–0006, dated
January 15, 2015, for related information.
This MCAI may be found in the AD docket
on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov
by searching for and locating Docket No.
FAA–2015–3629.
(2) Service information identified in this
AD that is not incorporated by reference is
available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD.
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
(IBR) of the service information listed in this
paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR
part 51.
(2) You must use this service information
as applicable to do the actions required by
this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Dassault Service Bulletin F50–481,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 481–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(ii) Dassault Service Bulletin F900–372,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 372–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(iii) Dassault Service Bulletin F900–378,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 378–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(iv) Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–285,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 285–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(v) Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX–305,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 305–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(vi) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000–337,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 337–R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(vii) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX–
108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108–R1),
dated January 26, 2015.
(3) For service information identified in
this AD, contact Dassault Falcon Jet
Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
telephone 201–440–6700; Internet https://
www.dassaultfalcon.
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(4) You may view this service information
at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425–227–1221.
(5) You may view this service information
that is incorporated by reference at the
National Archives and Records
Administration (NARA). For information on
the availability of this material at NARA, call
202–741–6030, or go to: https://
www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibrlocations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on
September 14, 2016.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA–2016–3703; Directorate
Identifier 2015–NM–115–AD; Amendment
39–18669; AD 2016–20–03]
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Airworthiness Directives; The Boeing
Company Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Final rule.
AGENCY:
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Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on
the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
3703; 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 (phone: 800–647–5527) is
Docket Management Facility, U.S.
Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M–30, West Building
Ground Floor, Room W12–140, 1200
New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington,
DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
We are adopting a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
The Boeing Company Model 767–200,
–300, and –400ER series airplanes. This
AD was prompted by an evaluation by
the design approval holder (DAH)
indicating that the skin lap splice is
subject to widespread fatigue damage
(WFD). This AD requires repetitive
external detailed and surface high
frequency eddy current (HFEC)
inspections of the outer skin for
cracking around fastener heads common
to the inboard fastener row of the skin
lap splice and corrective action. We are
issuing this AD to detect and correct
fatigue cracking of the skin lap splice,
which could grow and result in possible
rapid decompression and reduced
structural integrity of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective November
22, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register
approved the incorporation by reference
of a certain publication listed in this AD
as of November 22, 2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information
identified in this final rule, contact
Boeing Commercial Airplanes,
Attention: Data & Services Management,
SUMMARY:
P. O. Box 3707, MC 2H–65, Seattle, WA
98124–2207; telephone: 206–544–5000,
extension 1; fax: 206–766–5680; Internet
https://www.myboeingfleet.com. You
may view this referenced service
information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue
SW., Renton, WA. For information on
the availability of this material at the
FAA, call 425–227–1221. It is also
available on the Internet at https://
www.regulations.gov by searching for
and locating Docket No. FAA–2016–
3703.
Wayne Lockett, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe Branch, ANM–120S, FAA,
Seattle Aircraft Certification Office
(ACO), 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton,
WA 98057–3356; phone: 425–917–6447;
fax: 425–917–6590; email:
wayne.lockett@faa.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a notice of proposed
rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR
part 39 by adding an AD that would
apply to certain The Boeing Company
Model 767–200, –300, and –400ER
series airplanes. The NPRM published
in the Federal Register on February 25,
2016 (81 FR 9367) (‘‘the NPRM’’). The
NPRM was prompted by an evaluation
by the DAH indicating that the skin lap
splice is subject to WFD. The NPRM
proposed to require repetitive external
detailed and surface HFEC inspections
of the outer skin for cracking around
fastener heads common to the inboard
fastener row of the skin lap splice. We
are issuing this AD to detect and correct
fatigue cracking of the skin lap splice,
which could grow and result in possible
rapid decompression and reduced
structural integrity of the airplane.
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Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to
participate in developing this AD. The
following presents the comments
received on the NPRM and the FAA’s
response to each comment. Boeing
stated that it supports the NPRM.
Effect of Winglets on Accomplishment
of the Proposed Actions
Aviation Partners Boeing stated that
accomplishing the supplemental type
certificate (STC) ST01920SE does not
affect the actions specified in the
NPRM.
We concur with the commenter. We
have redesignated paragraph (c) of this
AD as (c)(1) and added new paragraph
(c)(2) to this AD to state that installation
of STC ST01920SE does not affect the
ability to accomplish the actions
required by this final rule. Therefore, for
airplanes on which STC ST01920SE is
installed, a ‘‘change in product’’
alternative method of compliance
(AMOC) approval request is not
necessary to comply with the
requirements of 14 CFR 39.17.
Request To Revise the Compliance
Time for the Repetitive Inspection
Intervals
United Airlines (UAL) requested that
we revise the repetitive inspection
intervals for any repair accomplished
using the structural repair manual
(SRM) specified in Part 2 of Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 767–53A0260,
dated August 26, 2014. UAL commented
that a Zone B repair is Category B, and
per the SRM inspections, the airplanes
would have an initial inspection at
25,000 total flight cycles after airplane
delivery. UAL stated that the initial
inspection compliance time for the
proposed rule is 40,000 total flight
cycles, and if a repair is accomplished
at this time, it is already over the initial
inspection threshold specified in the
SRM.
We agree with the commenter’s
request. There is a conflict between the
initial inspection thresholds in Boeing
Alert Service Bulletin 767–53A0260,
dated August 26, 2014, and the Category
B repair specified in the SRM. We are
working with Boeing to revise the
conflicting compliance times for the
SRM repairs. We have added a new
paragraph (h) in this AD, which
provides clarification that the postrepair damage tolerance inspections are
not required by this AD, but are
airworthiness limitations (ALIs), and
those inspections are required by
maintenance and operational rules. Any
deviation from the post-repair ALI
inspections will need FAA approval,
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2015-3629; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-011-AD;
Amendment 39-18662; AD 2016-19-13]
RIN 2120-AA64
Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation 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 certain
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON
900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This AD was prompted
by a report of an in-flight lightning strike to the WHELEN anti-
collision light located on the top of the vertical fin tip that caused
severe damage and resulted in the loss of some airplane functions. This
AD requires modification of the anti-collision light bonding. We are
issuing this AD to prevent loss of electrical power and essential
airplane functions, and possible reduced control of the airplane.
DATES: This AD is effective November 22, 2016.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of November 22,
2016.
ADDRESSES: For service information identified in this final rule,
contact Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box
2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201-440-6700; Internet
https://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this referenced service
information at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For information on the availability of this
material at the FAA, call 425-227-1221. It is also available on the
Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating
Docket No. FAA-2015-3629.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
3629; or in person at the Docket Management Facility between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays. The AD docket
contains this AD, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received, and
other information. The street address for the Docket Office (telephone
800-647-5527) is Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor,
Room W12-140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW.,
Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1139.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Discussion
We issued a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking (SNPRM) to
amend 14 CFR part 39 by adding an AD that would apply to certain
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON
900EX, FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The SNPRM published in
the Federal Register on June 17, 2016 (81 FR 39597) (``the SNPRM''). We
preceded the SNPRM with a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) that
published in the Federal Register on September 24, 2015 (80 FR 57545)
(``the NPRM''). The NPRM proposed to require modification of the anti-
collision light bonding. The NPRM was prompted by a report of an in-
flight lightning strike to the WHELEN anti-collision light located on
the top of the vertical fin tip that caused severe damage and induced
the loss of some airplane functions. The SNPRM proposed to clarify the
applicability. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss of electrical
power and essential airplane functions, and possible reduced control of
the airplane.
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2015-0006, dated January 15, 2015 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Dassault
Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50, MYSTERE-FALCON 900, FALCON 900EX,
FALCON 2000, and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The MCAI states:
An occurrence was reported where a Falcon 2000 aeroplane
experienced an in-flight lightning strike, which caused severe
damage and induced the loss of some aeroplane functions. The
investigation results revealed that the entering point of the
lightning was at the WHELEN anti-collision light located on the top
of the vertical fin tip.
When the lightning strike hit the anti-collision light, an
electric arc occurred between the aeroplane structure and the anti-
collision light and created a conductive path by which the lightning
current entered inside the aeroplane. Further analysis has
determined that the electrical bonding between the WHELEN anti-
collision light, Part Number (P/N) 01-0790044-09, and the fin tip
fairing or the No. 2 engine air intake cover is insufficient to
withstand a lightning strike.
In case of severe lightning, this condition, if not corrected,
could lead to an unsafe condition (loss of electrical power and/or
of essential functions) possibly resulting in reduced control of the
aeroplane.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Dassault Aviation
developed a modification (mod) to improve the WHELEN anti-collision
light bonding when the anti-collision light is located on top of the
vertical fin tip or on No. 2 engine air intake cover, and issued
several Service Bulletins (SB) to modify all affected aeroplanes in
service.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires
modification of the anti-collision light bonding.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-
3629.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the SNPRM or on the determination
of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the public interest require adopting this AD as proposed except for
minor editorial changes. We have determined that these minor changes:
Are consistent with the intent that was proposed in the
SNPRM for correcting the unsafe condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the SNPRM.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed the following service information.
Dassault Service Bulletin F50-481, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 481-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
Dassault Service Bulletin F900-372, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 372-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
Dassault Service Bulletin F900-378, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 378-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-285, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 285-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
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Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 305-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-337, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 337-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-108, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 108-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
The service information describes procedures for modifying the
anti-collision light bonding. These documents are distinct since they
apply to different airplane models in different configurations. This
service information is reasonably available because the interested
parties have access to it through their normal course of business or by
the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 778 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it would take about 12 work-hours per product
to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor
rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts would cost about $801 per
product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on
U.S. operators to be $1,416,738, or $1,821 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 that this AD:
1. Is not a ``significant regulatory action'' under Executive Order
12866;
2. Is not a ``significant rule'' under the DOT Regulatory Policies
and Procedures (44 FR 11034, February 26, 1979);
3. Will not affect intrastate aviation in Alaska; and
4. Will not have a significant economic impact, positive or
negative, on a substantial number of small entities under the criteria
of the Regulatory Flexibility Act.
List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39
Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.
Adoption of the Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA amends 14 CFR part 39 as follows:
PART 39--AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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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 airworthiness
directive (AD):
2016-19-13 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-18662; Docket No. FAA-
2015-3629; Directorate Identifier 2015-NM-011-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD is effective November 22, 2016.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation airplanes, certificated in
any category, identified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD.
Figure 1 to Paragraph (c) of This AD--Applicability
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Except airplanes modified through: \1\
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Airplanes Configuration Dassault modification
embodied in Service bulletin in
production service
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Dassault Aviation Model M1853 has been embodied in M2083 or M3094 \2\.... Dassault Service
MYSTERE[dash]FALCON 50 airplanes. production or in service Bulletin
through Dassault Service F50[dash]257.
Bulletin F50-241.
Dassault Aviation Model Group 1: M1682 has been M5381................. Not applicable.
MYSTERE[dash]FALCON 900 airplanes. embodied in production or
in service through
Dassault Service Bulletin
F900-182 \3\.
Group 2: M1682 has been M5386................. Not applicable.
embodied in production or
in service through
Dassault Service Bulletin
F900-182 and Modification
M1947 is embodied in
production or in service
through Dassault Service
Bulletin F900-176 \4\.
Dassault Aviation Model FALCON Group 1: M1682 has been M5381................. Not applicable.
900EX airplanes. embodied in production or
in service through
Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX[dash]025 \3\.
Group 2: M1682 has been M5103 or M5386........ Not applicable.
embodied in production or
in service through
Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX[dash]025 and
Modification M1947 is
embodied in production or
in service through
Dassault Service Bulletin
F900EX[dash]19 \4\.
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Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 M331 has been embodied in M810 or M1061 or M2778 Dassault Service
airplanes. production or in service Bulletin F2000-111.
through Dassault Service
Bulletin F2000-44.
Dassault Aviation Model FALCON M1802 has been embodied in M810 or M1061 or M2778 Not applicable.
2000EX airplanes. production.
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\1\ The excluded airplanes, as specified in figure 1 to paragraph (c) of this AD--Applicability, embody either
one modification in production or one service bulletin in service, as applicable.
\2\ Modification M2083, Dassault Service Bulletin F50-257, Modification M1947, Dassault Service Bulletin F900-
176, Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-19, Modification M5103, as applicable, introduce fin tip SATCOM fairing,
in production or in service.
\3\ Group 1: Airplanes with WHELEN anti-collision light located on top of the vertical fin tip.
\4\ Group 2: Airplanes with WHELEN anti-collision light located on top of the engine No. 2 air intake cover.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 33, Lights.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a report of an in-flight lightning
strike to the WHELEN anti-collision light located on the top of the
vertical fin tip that caused severe damage and resulted in the loss
of some airplane functions. We are issuing this AD to prevent loss
of electrical power and essential airplane functions, and possible
reduced control of the airplane.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Modification
Within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, modify the
anti-collision light bonding, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of the applicable service information specified in
paragraphs (g)(1) through (g)(7) of this AD.
(1) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes: Dassault Service
Bulletin F50-481, Revision 1 (also referred to as 481-R1), dated
January 26, 2015.
(2) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN
system installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900-372, Revision 1 (also referred to as 372-R1), dated January 26,
2015.
(3) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN
system installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900-
378, Revision 1 (also referred to as 378-R1), dated January 26,
2015.
(4) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system
installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-
285, Revision 1 (also referred to as 285-R1), dated January 26,
2015.
(5) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system
installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305,
Revision 1 (also referred to as 305-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(6) For Model FALCON 2000 airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000-337, Revision 1 (also referred to as 337-R1), dated January
26, 2015.
(7) For Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000EX-108, Revision 1 (also referred to as 108-R1), dated January
26, 2015.
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions required by paragraph
(g) of this AD, if those actions were performed before the effective
date of this AD using the applicable service information identified
in paragraphs (h)(1) through (h)(7) of this AD.
(1) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes: Dassault Service
Bulletin F50-481, dated August 22, 2007.
(2) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN
system installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin
F900-372, dated August 22, 2007.
(3) For Model MYSTERE-FALCON 900 airplanes with the WHELEN
system installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900-
378, dated September 19, 2007.
(4) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system
installed on the vertical fin tip: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-
285, dated July 18, 2007.
(5) For Model FALCON 900EX airplanes with the WHELEN system
installed on the S-duct cowl: Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305,
dated September 19, 2007.
(6) For Model FALCON 2000 airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000-337, dated July 25, 2007.
(7) For Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes: Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000EX-108, dated July 25, 2007.
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): Refer to
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information (MCAI) EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2015-0006, dated January 15, 2015, for
related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the
Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating
Docket No. FAA-2015-3629.
(2) Contacting the Manufacturer: For any requirement in this AD
to obtain corrective actions from a manufacturer, the action must be
accomplished using a method approved by the Manager, International
Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA; or the EASA;
or Dassault Aviation's EASA Design Organization Approval (DOA). If
approved by the DOA, the approval must include the DOA-authorized
signature.
(j) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information
(MCAI) EASA Airworthiness Directive 2015-0006, dated January 15,
2015, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD
docket on the Internet at https://www.regulations.gov by searching
for and locating Docket No. FAA-2015-3629.
(2) Service information identified in this AD that is not
incorporated by reference is available at the addresses specified in
paragraphs (k)(3) and (k)(4) of this AD.
(k) Material Incorporated by Reference
(1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the
incorporation by reference (IBR) of the service information listed
in this paragraph under 5 U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
(2) You must use this service information as applicable to do
the actions required by this AD, unless this AD specifies otherwise.
(i) Dassault Service Bulletin F50-481, Revision 1 (also referred
to as 481-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(ii) Dassault Service Bulletin F900-372, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 372-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(iii) Dassault Service Bulletin F900-378, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 378-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(iv) Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-285, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 285-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(v) Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-305, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 305-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(vi) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-337, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 337-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(vii) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-108, Revision 1 (also
referred to as 108-R1), dated January 26, 2015.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000,
South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201-440-6700; Internet https://www.dassaultfalcon.
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(4) You may view this service information at the FAA, Transport
Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA. For
information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
425-227-1221.
(5) You may view this service information that is incorporated
by reference at the National Archives and Records Administration
(NARA). For information on the availability of this material at
NARA, call 202-741-6030, or go to: https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on September 14, 2016.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2016-22832 Filed 10-17-16; 8:45 am]
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