Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes, 11640-11641 [2019-05890]

Download as PDF 11640 Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 60 / Thursday, March 28, 2019 / Rules and Regulations (b) Affected ADs This AD replaces AD 2016–22–05, Amendment 39–18694 (81 FR 75686, November 1, 2016). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Pratt & Whitney Division (PW): (1) PW4164, PW4168, and PW4168A model turbofan engines that have fuel nozzles, part number (P/N) 51J345, installed, and that have any of the following installed: Talon IIB combustion chamber per Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin (SB) PW4G–100– 72–214, dated December 15, 2011; ring case configuration (RCC) high-pressure compressor (HPC) per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–100–72–219, Revision No. 1, dated October 5, 2011, or original issue; or the outer combustion chamber assembly waspaloy nuts per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–100–72–253, dated November 24, 2014; (2) PW4168A model engines with Talon IIA outer combustion chamber assembly, P/N 51J100 or 51J382, and fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, installed; (3) PW4168A–1D and PW4170 model engines with engine serial numbers P735001 through P735190, inclusive, and fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, installed; (4) PW4164–1D, PW4168–1D, PW4168A– 1D, and PW4170 model turbofan engines that have installed the RCC HPC per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–100–72–220, Revision No. 4, dated September 30, 2011, or earlier revision, and have fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, installed; and (5) PW4164, PW4164–1D, PW4168, PW4168–1D, PW4168A, PW4168A–1D, and PW4170 model turbofan engines with fuel nozzle, P/N 51J398, installed, that have not installed the replacement fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies, and new brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies per Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G– 100–73–48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018. (d) Subject Joint Aircraft System Component (JASC) Code 7310, Engine Fuel Distribution. (e) Unsafe Condition This AD was prompted by several instances of fuel leaks on PW engines with the Talon IIB combustion chamber configuration installed. We are issuing this AD to prevent failure of the fuel nozzles. The unsafe condition, if not addressed, could result in engine fire and damage to the airplane. amozie on DSK9F9SC42PROD with RULES (f) Compliance Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified, unless already done. (g) Required Actions (1) Within 800 flight hours (FHs) after December 6, 2016 (the effective date of AD 2016–22–05), or before further flight, whichever occurs later, and after that within every 800 FHs accumulated on the fuel nozzles, perform the following: (i) Inspect all fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, in accordance with Part A of Pratt & Whitney VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:25 Mar 27, 2019 Jkt 247001 Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW4G–100– A73–45, dated February 16, 2016. (ii) For any fuel nozzle that fails the inspection, before further flight, remove and replace with a part that is eligible for installation. (2) At the next shop visit or within 24 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs first, remove all fuel nozzles, P/N 51J345, in accordance with Part A, of Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73– 47, dated March 10, 2017, and replace with parts eligible for installation. (3) At the next shop visit or within 60 months after the effective date of this AD, whichever comes first, replace the fuel nozzle supply manifold assemblies and install the new brackets and clamps on the fuel nozzle supply manifold assembly in accordance with Accomplishment Instructions, ‘‘For Engines Installed on Aircraft’’ or ‘‘For Engines Not Installed on Aircraft,’’ of Pratt & Whitney SB PW4G–100– 73–48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018. (h) Definitions (1) For the purpose of this AD, an ‘‘engine shop visit’’ is the induction of an engine into the shop for maintenance involving the separation of pairs of major mating engine case flanges, except for the following situations, which do not constitute an engine shop visit: (i) Separation of engine flanges solely for the purposes of transportation of the engine without subsequent maintenance. (ii) Separation of engine flanges solely for the purpose of replacing the fan or propulsor without subsequent engine maintenance. (2) For the purpose of this AD, a part that is ‘‘eligible for installation’’ is a fuel nozzle with a P/N other than 51J345 that is FAAapproved for installation. (i) Terminating Action Installation of the eligible fuel nozzles constitutes terminating action for the repetitive inspection requirements of paragraph (g)(1) of this AD. (j) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) (1) The Manager, ECO Branch, 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 certification office, send it to the attention of the person identified in paragraph (k) of this AD. You may email your request to: ANE-AD-AMOC@ faa.gov. (2) 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. (k) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Scott Hopper, Aerospace Engineer, ECO Branch, FAA, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803; phone: 781–238– 7154; fax: 781–238–7199; email: scott.hopper@faa.gov. PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 4700 (l) 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 the AD specifies otherwise. (3) The following service information was approved for IBR on May 2, 2019. (i) Pratt & Whitney Alert Service Bulletin (ASB) PW4G–100–A73–47, dated March 10, 2017; and (ii) Pratt & Whitney Service Bulletin PW4G–100–73–48, Revision No. 1, dated April 24, 2018. (4) The following service information was approved for IBR on December 6, 2016. (i) Pratt & Whitney ASB PW4G–100–A73– 45, dated February 16, 2016. (ii) [Reserved] (5) For Pratt & Whitney service information identified in this AD, contact Pratt & Whitney Division, 400 Main St., East Hartford, CT 06108; phone: 860–565–8770; fax: 860–565– 4503. (6) You may view this service information at FAA, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, 1200 District Avenue, Burlington, MA 01803. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call 781–238–7759. (7) 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 Burlington, Massachusetts, on March 22, 2019. Karen M. Grant, Acting Manager, Engine and Propeller Standards Branch, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2019–05905 Filed 3–27–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Federal Aviation Administration 14 CFR Part 39 [Docket No. FAA–2018–1010; Product Identifier 2018–NM–148–AD; Amendment 39–19596; AD 2019–05–14] RIN 2120–AA64 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Transportation (DOT). ACTION: Final rule; removal of Airworthiness Directive (AD). AGENCY: We are removing AD 2012– 02–18, which applied to all Dassault SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\28MRR1.SGM 28MRR1 Federal Register / Vol. 84, No. 60 / Thursday, March 28, 2019 / Rules and Regulations Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes. AD 2012–02–18 required revising the maintenance program to include revised airworthiness limitations. We issued AD 2012–02–18 to address cracking of the flap tracks, which could lead to flap asymmetry and loss of control of the airplane. Since we issued AD 2012–02–18, we have issued AD 2017–09–03 to address the unsafe condition. Accordingly, AD 2012–02–18 is removed. DATES: This AD becomes effective March 28, 2019. ADDRESSES: on the determination of the cost to the public. Examining the AD Docket 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. This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division. You may examine the AD docket on the internet at https:// www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA–2018– 1010; or in person at Docket Operations 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 Docket Operations (telephone 800–647–5527) is 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, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206–231–3226. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: amozie on DSK9F9SC42PROD with RULES Discussion We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR part 39 by removing AD 2012–02–18, Amendment 39–16941 (77 FR 12175, February 29, 2012) (‘‘AD 2012–02–18’’). AD 2012–02–18 applied to all Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes. The NPRM published in the Federal Register on December 28, 2018 (83 FR 67155). The NPRM was prompted by a determination that AD 2012–02–18 is no longer necessary because we have since issued AD 2017– 09–03, Amendment 39–18865 (82 FR 21467, May 9, 2017) to address the unsafe condition. The NPRM proposed to remove AD 2012–02–18. We are issuing this AD to remove AD 2012–02– 18. Comments We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM or VerDate Sep<11>2014 16:25 Mar 27, 2019 Jkt 247001 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 NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and • Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was already proposed in the NPRM. 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); PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4700 Sfmt 9990 11641 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 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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2012–02–18, Amendment 39–16941 (77 FR 12175, February 29, 2012), and adding the following new AD: ■ 2019–05–14 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39–19596; Docket No. FAA–2018–1010; Product Identifier 2018–NM–148–AD. (a) Effective Date This AD becomes effective March 28, 2019. (b) Affected ADs This AD removes AD 2012–02–18, Amendment 39–16941 (77 FR 12175, February 29, 2012). (c) Applicability This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE–FALCON 50 airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category. (d) Related Information For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206– 231–3226. Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on March 18, 2019. Michael Kaszycki, Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 2019–05890 Filed 3–27–19; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910–13–P E:\FR\FM\28MRR1.SGM 28MRR1

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[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 60 (Thursday, March 28, 2019)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 11640-11641]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2019-05890]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2018-1010; Product Identifier 2018-NM-148-AD; Amendment 
39-19596; AD 2019-05-14]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of 
Transportation (DOT).

ACTION: Final rule; removal of Airworthiness Directive (AD).

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SUMMARY: We are removing AD 2012-02-18, which applied to all Dassault

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Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes. AD 2012-02-18 required 
revising the maintenance program to include revised airworthiness 
limitations. We issued AD 2012-02-18 to address cracking of the flap 
tracks, which could lead to flap asymmetry and loss of control of the 
airplane. Since we issued AD 2012-02-18, we have issued AD 2017-09-03 
to address the unsafe condition. Accordingly, AD 2012-02-18 is removed.

DATES: This AD becomes effective March 28, 2019.

ADDRESSES: 

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-2018-
1010; or in person at Docket Operations 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 Docket Operations (telephone 800-647-5527) 
is 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, 
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South 
216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax 206-231-3226.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    We issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to amend 14 CFR 
part 39 by removing AD 2012-02-18, Amendment 39-16941 (77 FR 12175, 
February 29, 2012) (``AD 2012-02-18''). AD 2012-02-18 applied to all 
Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 airplanes. The NPRM published 
in the Federal Register on December 28, 2018 (83 FR 67155). The NPRM 
was prompted by a determination that AD 2012-02-18 is no longer 
necessary because we have since issued AD 2017-09-03, Amendment 39-
18865 (82 FR 21467, May 9, 2017) to address the unsafe condition. The 
NPRM proposed to remove AD 2012-02-18. We are issuing this AD to remove 
AD 2012-02-18.

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 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 
NPRM for addressing the unsafe condition; and
     Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was 
already proposed in the NPRM.

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.
    This AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated by the 
Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as authorized by 
FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order, issuance of ADs is 
normally a function of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division, but 
during this transition period, the Executive Director has delegated the 
authority to issue ADs applicable to transport category airplanes and 
associated appliances to the Director of the System Oversight Division.

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 removing Airworthiness Directive (AD) 
2012-02-18, Amendment 39-16941 (77 FR 12175, February 29, 2012), and 
adding the following new AD:

2019-05-14 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-19596; Docket No. FAA-
2018-1010; Product Identifier 2018-NM-148-AD.

(a) Effective Date

    This AD becomes effective March 28, 2019.

(b) Affected ADs

    This AD removes AD 2012-02-18, Amendment 39-16941 (77 FR 12175, 
February 29, 2012).

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model MYSTERE-FALCON 50 
airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.

(d) Related Information

    For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez, 
Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards 
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone 
and fax 206-231-3226.

    Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on March 18, 2019.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
[FR Doc. 2019-05890 Filed 3-27-19; 8:45 am]
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