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repair using a method approved by the
Manager, New York Aircraft Certification
Office (ACO), ANE–170, FAA; or TCCA; or
Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA Design Approval
Organization (DAO). As of the effective date
of this AD, use Bombardier REO 670–54–51–
034, ‘‘Repair for Missing or Loose/Protruding
Fasteners in Upper and Lower Pylon Skins
FS 1088–FS 1098, PBL 69.3 L & RHS,’’
Revision A, dated April 20, 2016, for the
actions required by this paragraph.
(i) Retained Credit for Previous Actions,
With No Changes
This paragraph restates paragraph (i) of AD
2016–11–02, with no changes. This
paragraph provides credit only for the initial
inspection specified in paragraph (g) of this
AD, if that action was performed before June
10, 2016 (the effective date of AD 2016–11–
02) using Bombardier Reference Instruction
Letter 4212, dated December 23, 2015; or
Bombardier Reference Instruction Letter
4212A, Revision A, dated January 28, 2016.
(j) New Requirements of This AD: Fastener
and Collar Replacement
Within 12,600 flight hours or 72 months
after the effective date of this AD, whichever
occurs first: Replace affected fasteners and
collars, including doing all applicable related
investigative and corrective actions, in
accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Bombardier Service Bulletin
670BA–54–007, dated May 13, 2016. Where
Bombardier Service Bulletin 670BA–54–007,
dated May 13, 2016, specifies to contact
Bombardier for appropriate action: Before
further flight, accomplish the applicable
corrective action in accordance with the
procedures specified in paragraph (m)(2) of
this AD.
(k) Terminating Action for the Introductory
Text to Paragraph (g) of This AD
Accomplishing the replacement required
by paragraph (j) of this AD constitutes
terminating action for the inspections
required by the introductory text to
paragraph (g) of this AD.
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(l) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for the
actions specified in paragraph (j) of this AD,
if that action was performed before the
effective date of this AD using Bombardier
REO 670–54–51–035, ‘‘Permanent Repair for
Clearance Fit Installed (-8) Size Fasteners in
Upper and Lower Pylon Skins FS 1088–FS
1098, PBL 69.3 L & RHS & Terminating
Action for GREO 670–54–51–034,’’ dated
April 20, 2016.
(m) Other FAA AD Provisions
The following provisions also apply to this
AD:
(1) Alternative Methods of Compliance
(AMOCs): The Manager, New York ACO,
ANE–170, FAA, has the authority to approve
AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the
procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. In
accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the ACO, send it to: ATTN: The Program
Manager, Continuing Operational Safety,
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FAA, New York ACO, 1600 Stewart Avenue,
Suite 410, Westbury, NY 11590; telephone
516–228–7300; fax 516–794–5531. Before
using any approved AMOC, notify your
appropriate principal inspector, or lacking a
principal inspector, the manager of the local
flight standards district office/certificate
holding district office.
(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, New York ACO, ANE–170,
FAA; or Transport Canada Civil Aviation
(TCCA); or Bombardier, Inc.’s TCCA DAO. If
approved by the DAO, the approval must
include the DAO-authorized signature.
(n) Related Information
(1) Refer to Mandatory Continuing
Airworthiness Information (MCAI) Canadian
AD CF–2016–10R1, dated July 8, 2016, 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–2017–0530.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Aziz Ahmed, Aerospace Engineer,
Airframe and Mechanical Systems Branch,
ANE–171, FAA, New York ACO, 1600
Stewart Avenue, Suite 410, Westbury, NY
11590; telephone 516–228–7329; fax 516–
794–5531.
(3) For service information identified in
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this AD, contact Bombardier, Inc., 400 Cote
´
Vertu Road West, Dorval, Quebec H4S 1Y9,
Canada; telephone 514–855–5000; fax 514
855–7401; email thd.crj@
aero.bombardier.com; Internet https://
www.bombardier.com. 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.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on May 24,
2017.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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[Docket No. FAA–2017–0532; Directorate
Identifier 2016–NM–203–AD]
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Airworthiness Directives; Dassault
Aviation Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
AGENCY:
We propose to adopt a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for certain
SUMMARY:
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Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X
airplanes. This proposed AD was
prompted by a review showing that
inadequate clearance may exist between
certain electrical wiring and nearby
structures. This proposed AD would
require an inspection of certain
electrical wiring bundles and feeders,
modifications, and corrective actions if
necessary. We are proposing this AD to
address the unsafe condition on these
products.
DATES: We must receive comments on
this proposed AD by July 27, 2017.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments,
using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following
methods:
• Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to
https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the
instructions for submitting comments.
• Fax: 202–493–2251.
• Mail: U.S. Department of
Transportation, Docket Operations, M–
30, West Building Ground Floor, Room
W12–140, 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE.,
Washington, DC 20590.
• Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail
address above between 9 a.m. and 5
p.m., Monday through Friday, except
Federal holidays.
For service information identified in
this NPRM, 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.
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–2017–
0532; 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 proposed AD, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom
Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116,
Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA
98057–3356; telephone 425–227–1137;
fax 425–227–1149.
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written
relevant data, views, or arguments about
this proposed AD. Send your comments
to an address listed under the
ADDRESSES section. Include ‘‘Docket No.
FAA–2017–0532; Directorate Identifier
2016–NM–203–AD’’ at the beginning of
your comments. We specifically invite
comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy
aspects of this proposed AD. We will
consider all comments received by the
closing date and may amend this
proposed AD based on those comments.
We will post all comments we
receive, without change, to https://
www.regulations.gov, including any
personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each
substantive verbal contact we receive
about this proposed AD.
Discussion
The European Aviation Safety Agency
(EASA), which is the Technical Agent
for the Member States of the European
Union, has issued EASA Airworthiness
Directive 2016–0230, dated November
21, 2016 (referred to after this as the
Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness
Information, or ‘‘the MCAI’’), to correct
an unsafe condition for certain Dassault
Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes.
The MCAI states:
A review of the wiring and tubing lay-out
showed that there may be low clearance
between electrical wiring and nearby
structure. Although no in-service incident
has been reported, the minimum clearances
could deteriorate over time.
This condition, if not detected and
corrected, could lead to interference or
contact with structure, provoking an
electrical short circuit or fluid leakage,
possibly resulting in loss of several functions
essential for safe flight.
To initially address this potential unsafe
condition, [Dassault Aviation] DA developed
some interim modifications (mod) addressing
the risk of short circuit and fluid leakage, and
EASA issued AD 2010–0029 (later revised)
[which corresponds to FAA AD 2011–14–04,
Amendment 39–16739 (76 FR 39256, July 6,
2011) (‘‘AD 2011–14–04’’)] to require
embodiment of those modifications inservice.
Since EASA AD 2010–0029R1 was issued,
DA developed another set of modifications,
available for in-service application through
Service Bulletin (SB) F7X–056, which are
considered the final solutions for this unsafe
condition.
For the reasons described above, this
[EASA] AD requires a one-time [general
visual] inspection [for worn or damaged
wiring or connectors due to inadequate
clearance between wiring and nearby
structures] of the affected electrical wiring
and, depending on findings, corrective
action(s) and modification of the aeroplane.
Corrective actions include modifying
the clamping and routing; adding new
brackets, clamps, and cable protections;
replacing damaged parts; and improving
connections using lock wires. 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–2017–
0532.
Related Rulemaking
AD 2011–14–04 requires inspections
for damage to wiring bundles and
feeders; and, if necessary, repairs,
modifications, and installation of a
hydraulic pipe. These actions were
considered interim actions to ensure
that the minimum required clearance
and adequate protection existed among
the hydraulic pipe, electrical wiring,
and the airplane structure. This
proposed AD would require additional
inspections and modifications that
differ from those in AD 2011–14–04.
This proposed AD would not
terminate any action in AD 2011–14–04;
rather, both AD actions are necessary to
adequately address the unsafe
condition.
Related Service Information Under 1
CFR Part 51
We reviewed Dassault Service
Bulletin 7X–056, Revision 1, dated July
20, 2016. This service information
describes a one-time inspection of
certain wiring bundles and feeders, and
corrective actions. 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.
FAA’s Determination and Requirements
of This Proposed AD
This product has been approved by
the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation
in the United States. Pursuant to our
bilateral agreement with the State of
Design Authority, we have been notified
of the unsafe condition described in the
MCAI and service information
referenced above. We are proposing this
AD because we evaluated all pertinent
information and determined an unsafe
condition exists and is likely to exist or
develop on other products of the same
type design.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this proposed AD
affects 51 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We estimate the following costs to
comply with this proposed AD:
ESTIMATED COSTS
Action
Labor cost
Inspection and modifications ..........................
31 work-hours × $85 per hour = $2,635 ........
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We have received no definitive data
that would enable us to provide cost
estimates for the on-condition actions
specified in this proposed AD.
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.
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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
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$7,660
Cost per
product
$10,295
Cost on U.S.
operators
$525,045
products identified in this rulemaking
action.
Regulatory Findings
We determined that this proposed AD
would not have federalism implications
under Executive Order 13132. This
proposed AD would 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.
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For the reasons discussed above, I
certify this proposed regulation:
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.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority
delegated to me by the Administrator,
the FAA proposes to amend 14 CFR part
39 as follows:
PART 39—AIRWORTHINESS
DIRECTIVES
1. The authority citation for part 39
continues to read as follows:
■
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):
■
Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA–2017–
0532; Directorate Identifier 2016–NM–
203–AD.
(a) Comments Due Date
We must receive comments by July 27,
2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation
Model FALCON 7X airplanes, certificated in
any category, serial numbers (S/N) 2 through
215 inclusive.
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(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of
America Code 20, Standard Practices
Airframe—Electrical Wiring.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a review that
showed that low clearance may exist between
certain electrical wiring and nearby
structures. We are issuing this AD to detect
and correct inadequate clearances between
electrical wiring and nearby structures,
which could lead to interference or contact
with a structure and cause an electrical short
circuit or fluid leakage. This could result in
the loss of several functions essential for safe
flight.
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(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the
compliance times specified, unless already
done.
(g) Inspection, Modification, and Corrective
Actions
Within 99 months or 4,100 flight cycles,
whichever occurs first, since the date of
issuance of the original airworthiness
certificate or date of issuance of the original
export certificate of airworthiness; or within
60 days after the effective date of this AD;
whichever occurs later; do a general visual
inspection of the affected electrical wirings of
the airplane for worn or damaged wiring or
connectors due to inadequate clearance
between wiring and nearby structures,
accomplish all applicable corrective actions,
and modify the airplane, in accordance with
the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault
Service Bulletin 7X–056, Revision 1, dated
July 20, 2016, as specified in table 1 to
paragraph (g) of this AD. Do all applicable
corrective actions before further flight. The
‘‘Dassault Service Bulletin 7X–056 Section’’
identified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this
AD is not required for airplanes on which a
corresponding Dassault modification has
been embodied in production, as identified
in the ‘‘Excluded’’ column in table 1 to
paragraph (g) of this AD.
TABLE 1 TO PARAGRAPH (g) OF THIS
SECTIONS
OF
AD—APPLICABLE
DASSAULT SERVICE BULLETIN 7X–
056, REVISION 1, DATED JULY 20,
2016
Dassault service bulletin
7X–056 section
7X–056–1
7X–056–2
7X–056–3
7X–056–4
7X–056–5
7X–056–6
7X–056–7
7X–056–8
.....................
.....................
.....................
.....................
.....................
.....................
.....................
.....................
Excluded
Post-mod M876.
Post-mod M897.
Post-mod M900.
S/N 132 to 215 inclusive.
Post-mod M954.
Post-mod M980.
Post-mod M1021.
None.
(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 Dassault Service
Bulletin 7X–056, issued October 30, 2014.
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
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.
In accordance with 14 CFR 39.19, send your
request to your principal inspector or local
Flight Standards District Office, as
appropriate. If sending information directly
to the manager of the International Branch,
send it to the attention of the person
identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD.
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov. Before using
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any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate
principal inspector, or lacking a principal
inspector, the manager of the local flight
standards district office/certificate holding
district office.
(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 European Aviation Safety Agency
(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 2016–0230, dated
November 21, 2016, 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–2017–0532.
(2) For more information about this AD,
contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM–116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind
Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057–3356;
telephone 425–227–1137; fax 425–227–1149.
(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.com. 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.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 2,
2017.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane
Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service.
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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus
Airplanes
Federal Aviation
Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking
(NPRM).
AGENCY:
We propose to adopt a new
airworthiness directive (AD) for all
Airbus Model A300 series airplanes;
Model A300 B4–600, B4–600R, and F4–
SUMMARY:
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Federal Aviation Administration
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[Docket No. FAA-2017-0532; Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-203-AD]
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Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes
AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.
ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).
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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. This proposed AD
was prompted by a review showing that inadequate clearance may exist
between certain electrical wiring and nearby structures. This proposed
AD would require an inspection of certain electrical wiring bundles and
feeders, modifications, and corrective actions if necessary. We are
proposing this AD to address the unsafe condition on these products.
DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 27, 2017.
ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to https://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
Fax: 202-493-2251.
Mail: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-140, 1200 New
Jersey Avenue SE., Washington, DC 20590.
Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
For service information identified in this NPRM, 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.
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-2017-
0532; 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 proposed AD, 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.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer,
International Branch, ANM-116, Transport Airplane Directorate, FAA,
1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137;
fax 425-227-1149.
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Comments Invited
We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposed AD. Send your comments to an address
listed under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2017-0532;
Directorate Identifier 2016-NM-203-AD'' at the beginning of your
comments. We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory,
economic, environmental, and energy aspects of this proposed AD. We
will consider all comments received by the closing date and may amend
this proposed AD based on those comments.
We will post all comments we receive, without change, to https://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this proposed AD.
Discussion
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2016-0230, dated November 21, 2016 (referred to
after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Dassault
Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. The MCAI states:
A review of the wiring and tubing lay-out showed that there may
be low clearance between electrical wiring and nearby structure.
Although no in-service incident has been reported, the minimum
clearances could deteriorate over time.
This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
interference or contact with structure, provoking an electrical
short circuit or fluid leakage, possibly resulting in loss of
several functions essential for safe flight.
To initially address this potential unsafe condition, [Dassault
Aviation] DA developed some interim modifications (mod) addressing
the risk of short circuit and fluid leakage, and EASA issued AD
2010-0029 (later revised) [which corresponds to FAA AD 2011-14-04,
Amendment 39-16739 (76 FR 39256, July 6, 2011) (``AD 2011-14-04'')]
to require embodiment of those modifications in-service.
Since EASA AD 2010-0029R1 was issued, DA developed another set
of modifications, available for in-service application through
Service Bulletin (SB) F7X-056, which are considered the final
solutions for this unsafe condition.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires a one-
time [general visual] inspection [for worn or damaged wiring or
connectors due to inadequate clearance between wiring and nearby
structures] of the affected electrical wiring and, depending on
findings, corrective action(s) and modification of the aeroplane.
Corrective actions include modifying the clamping and routing;
adding new brackets, clamps, and cable protections; replacing damaged
parts; and improving connections using lock wires. 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-2017-0532.
Related Rulemaking
AD 2011-14-04 requires inspections for damage to wiring bundles and
feeders; and, if necessary, repairs, modifications, and installation of
a hydraulic pipe. These actions were considered interim actions to
ensure that the minimum required clearance and adequate protection
existed among the hydraulic pipe, electrical wiring, and the airplane
structure. This proposed AD would require additional inspections and
modifications that differ from those in AD 2011-14-04.
This proposed AD would not terminate any action in AD 2011-14-04;
rather, both AD actions are necessary to adequately address the unsafe
condition.
Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51
We reviewed Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, Revision 1, dated
July 20, 2016. This service information describes a one-time inspection
of certain wiring bundles and feeders, and corrective actions. 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.
FAA's Determination and Requirements of This Proposed AD
This product has been approved by the aviation authority of another
country, and is approved for operation in the United States. Pursuant
to our bilateral agreement with the State of Design Authority, we have
been notified of the unsafe condition described in the MCAI and service
information referenced above. We are proposing this AD because we
evaluated all pertinent information and determined an unsafe condition
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same
type design.
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this proposed AD affects 51 airplanes of U.S.
registry.
We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed AD:
Estimated Costs
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Cost per Cost on U.S.
Action Labor cost Parts cost product operators
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Inspection and modifications....... 31 work-hours x $85 per $7,660 $10,295 $525,045
hour = $2,635.
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We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed
AD.
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 proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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.
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For the reasons discussed above, I certify this proposed
regulation:
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.
The Proposed Amendment
Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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):
Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA-2017-0532; Directorate Identifier
2016-NM-203-AD.
(a) Comments Due Date
We must receive comments by July 27, 2017.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes,
certificated in any category, serial numbers (S/N) 2 through 215
inclusive.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 20, Standard
Practices Airframe--Electrical Wiring.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a review that showed that low clearance
may exist between certain electrical wiring and nearby structures.
We are issuing this AD to detect and correct inadequate clearances
between electrical wiring and nearby structures, which could lead to
interference or contact with a structure and cause an electrical
short circuit or fluid leakage. This could result in the loss of
several functions essential for safe flight.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection, Modification, and Corrective Actions
Within 99 months or 4,100 flight cycles, whichever occurs first,
since the date of issuance of the original airworthiness certificate
or date of issuance of the original export certificate of
airworthiness; or within 60 days after the effective date of this
AD; whichever occurs later; do a general visual inspection of the
affected electrical wirings of the airplane for worn or damaged
wiring or connectors due to inadequate clearance between wiring and
nearby structures, accomplish all applicable corrective actions, and
modify the airplane, in accordance with the Accomplishment
Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, Revision 1, dated
July 20, 2016, as specified in table 1 to paragraph (g) of this AD.
Do all applicable corrective actions before further flight. The
``Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056 Section'' identified in table 1
to paragraph (g) of this AD is not required for airplanes on which a
corresponding Dassault modification has been embodied in production,
as identified in the ``Excluded'' column in table 1 to paragraph (g)
of this AD.
Table 1 to Paragraph (g) of This AD--Applicable Sections of Dassault
Service Bulletin 7X-056, Revision 1, Dated July 20, 2016
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Dassault service bulletin 7X-056
section Excluded
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7X-056-1........................... Post-mod M876.
7X-056-2........................... Post-mod M897.
7X-056-3........................... Post-mod M900.
7X-056-4........................... S/N 132 to 215 inclusive.
7X-056-5........................... Post-mod M954.
7X-056-6........................... Post-mod M980.
7X-056-7........................... Post-mod M1021.
7X-056-8........................... None.
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(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 Dassault Service Bulletin 7X-056, issued
October 30, 2014.
(i) Other FAA AD Provisions
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. In accordance with 14 CFR
39.19, send your request to your principal inspector or local Flight
Standards District Office, as appropriate. If sending information
directly to the manager of the International Branch, send it to the
attention of the person identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD.
Information may be emailed to: 9-ANM-116-AMOC-REQUESTS@faa.gov.
Before using any approved AMOC, notify your appropriate principal
inspector, or lacking a principal inspector, the manager of the
local flight standards district office/certificate holding district
office.
(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
European Aviation Safety Agency (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 2016-0230, dated November 21,
2016, 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-2017-0532.
(2) For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez,
Aerospace Engineer, International Branch, ANM-116, Transport
Airplane Directorate, FAA, 1601 Lind Avenue SW., Renton, WA 98057-
3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149.
(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.com. 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.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on June 2, 2017.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
[FR Doc. 2017-12057 Filed 6-9-17; 8:45 am]
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