[Federal Register Volume 79, Number 241 (Tuesday, December 16, 2014)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 74603-74605]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2014-29225]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Federal Aviation Administration
14 CFR Part 39
[Docket No. FAA-2014-0566; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-041-AD;
Amendment 39-18050; AD 2014-25-08]
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 FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. This
AD was prompted by a design review, which revealed that the forward
servicing compartment (FSC) is configured with tie-down points. This AD
requires inspecting the FSC for installed tie-down points, and removing
those tie-down points. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct
installed tie-down points, which could lead to inadvertent use of the
FSC as a cargo compartment, which could result in damage to the
structure of the airplane or potential risk of fire.
DATES: This AD becomes effective January 20, 2015.
The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by
reference of certain publications listed in this AD as of January 20,
2015.
ADDRESSES: You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2014-0566; or in person at the
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.
For service information identified in this AD, contact Dassault
Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone 201-
440-6700; Internet http://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.
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.
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 Dassault Aviation
Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The NPRM published in
the Federal Register on August 14, 2014 (79 FR 47592).
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2014-0027R1, dated February 5, 2014 (referred
to after this as the Mandatory Continuing Airworthiness Information, or
``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe condition for certain Dassault
Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX airplanes. The MCAI
states:
The Forward Servicing Compartment (FSC) of the Falcon 2000 is an
unpressurized service compartment located between fuselage frames 26
and 33. This compartment is accessible from a lockable external door
located in the lower aft fuselage.
A design review has brought to light that the compartment is
configured with tie-down points, which were used by operators to fix
loads (e.g. ski or golf bags) in that compartment. However, the FSC
has not been designed and consequently demonstrated as being
compliant with cargo compartment airworthiness requirements.
This condition, if not corrected, could lead to inadvertent use
of the FSC as [a] cargo compartment, which could result in damage to
the structure of the aeroplane or potential risk of fire.
To address this potential unsafe condition, Dassault Aviation
issued Service Bulletin (SB) F2000-407 and SB F2000EX-289, as
applicable, which provide instructions for removal of the tie-down
points.
For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires removal
of the tie-down points from the FSC.
Note: Operators are also reminded about the intended function of
the FSC.
This [EASA] AD is revised to clarify the AD Applicability and to
correct the [type certificate data sheet] TCDS Number.
Required actions include inspecting for installed tie-down points.
You may examine the MCAI in the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-0566-0002.
Comments
We gave the public the opportunity to participate in developing
this AD. We received no comments on the NPRM (79 FR 47592, August 14,
2014) or on the determination of the cost to the public.
Conclusion
We reviewed the relevant data and determined that air safety and
the
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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 (79 FR 47592, August 14, 2014) for correcting the unsafe
condition; and
Do not add any additional burden upon the public than was
already proposed in the NPRM (79 FR 47592, August 14, 2014).
Costs of Compliance
We estimate that this AD affects 247 airplanes of U.S. registry.
We also estimate that it will take about 2 work-hours per product
to comply with the basic requirements of this AD. The average labor
rate is $85 per work-hour. Required parts will cost about $5 per
product. Based on these figures, we estimate the cost of this AD on
U.S. operators to be $43,225, or $175 per product.
According to the manufacturer, some of the costs of this AD may be
covered under warranty, thereby reducing the cost impact on affected
individuals. We do not control warranty coverage for affected
individuals. As a result, we have included all costs in our cost
estimate.
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.
Examining the AD Docket
You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!docketDetail;D=FAA-2014-0566; 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 Operations office (telephone 800-647-
5527) is in the ADDRESSES section.
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):
2014-25-08 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-18050. Docket No. FAA-
2014-0566; Directorate Identifier 2014-NM-041-AD.
(a) Effective Date
This AD becomes effective January 20, 2015.
(b) Affected ADs
None.
(c) Applicability
This AD applies to the Dassault Aviation airplanes identified in
paragraphs (c)(1) and (c)(2) of this AD, certificated in any
category.
(1) Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 airplanes, having serial
numbers (S/Ns) 1 through 231 inclusive.
(2) Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000EX airplanes, having S/Ns
1 through 262 inclusive, and S/Ns 601 through 604 inclusive.
(d) Subject
Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 25, Equipment/
Furnishings.
(e) Reason
This AD was prompted by a design review, which revealed that the
forward servicing compartment (FSC) is configured with tie-down
points. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct installed tie-
down points, which could lead to inadvertent use of the FSC as a
cargo compartment, which could result in damage to the structure of
the airplane or potential risk of fire.
(f) Compliance
Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.
(g) Inspection and Removal
(1) Within 440 flight hours or 9 months after the effective date
of this AD, whichever occurs first, inspect the FSC for installed
tie-down points, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions
of Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-407, Revision 1, dated January
29, 2014; or Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-289, Revision 1,
dated January 29, 2014; as applicable.
(2) If it is determined from the inspection required by
paragraph (g)(1) of this AD that tie-down points are installed,
within the compliance time specified in paragraph (g)(1) of this AD,
remove the tie-down points from the FSC, in accordance with the
Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F2000-407,
Revision 1, dated January 29, 2014; or Dassault Service Bulletin
F2000EX-289, Revision 1, dated January 29, 2014; as applicable.
(h) Credit for Previous Actions
This paragraph provides credit for actions required by
paragraphs (g)(1) and (g)(2) of this AD, if those actions were
performed before the effective date of this AD using Dassault
Service Bulletin F2000-407, dated December 17, 2013; or Dassault
Service Bulletin F2000EX-289, dated December 17, 2013; which are not
incorporated by reference in this AD.
(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 International Branch, send it to ATTN: 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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Information may be emailed to: [email protected].
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. The AMOC approval letter must specifically reference this
AD.
(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 2014-0027R1, dated February 5,
2014, for related information. This MCAI may be found in the AD
docket on the Internet at http://www.regulations.gov/#!documentDetail;D=FAA-2014-0566-0002.
(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 F2000-407, Revision 1, dated
January 29, 2014.
(ii) Dassault Service Bulletin F2000EX-289, Revision 1, dated
January 29, 2014.
(3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, NJ 07606;
telephone 201-440-6700; Internet http://www.dassaultfalcon.com.
(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: http://www.archives.gov/federal-register/cfr/ibr-locations.html.
Issued in Renton, Washington, on December 5, 2014.
Michael Kaszycki,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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