AD 2011-07-11

[Federal Register Volume 76, Number 63 (Friday, April 1, 2011)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 18031-18033]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2011-7427]


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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2011-0261; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-028-AD; 
Amendment 39-16648; AD 2011-07-11]
RIN 2120-AA64


Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Model Mystere-Falcon 
50 Airplanes

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

ACTION: Final rule; request for comments.

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SUMMARY: We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for the 
products listed above. This AD results from mandatory continuing 
airworthiness information (MCAI) originated by an aviation authority of 
another country to identify and correct an unsafe condition on an 
aviation product. The MCAI describes the unsafe condition as:

    On two occurrences on Myst[egrave]re-Falcon 50 aeroplanes in 
service, it was detected that two pipes had been swapped in 
maintenance at the frame 42 firewall. The swapped lines are the 
extinguishing system line to engine <greek-i> 2, and engine 
<greek-i> 2 Low Pressure (LP) bleed line.
    If the swapping of these two lines is not detected and 
corrected, in case of engine <greek-i> 2 fire, the fire 
extinguishing capability would not be operational.
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    This AD requires actions that are intended to address the unsafe 
condition described in the MCAI.

DATES: This AD becomes effective April 18, 2011.
    The Director of the Federal Register approved the incorporation by 
reference of a certain publication listed in the AD as of April 18, 
2011.
    We must receive comments on this AD by May 16, 2011.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments by any of the following methods:
    <bullet> Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a>. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
    <bullet> Fax: (202) 493-2251.
    <bullet> 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.
    <bullet> Hand Delivery: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket 
Operations, M-30, West Building Ground Floor, Room W12-40, 1200 New 
Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC, between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday 
through Friday, except Federal holidays.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the Internet at <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a>; or in person at the Docket Operations office 
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal 
holidays. The AD docket contains 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. 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, Washington 98057-3356; telephone 425-
227-1137; fax 425-227-1149.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

Discussion

    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical 
Agent for the Member States of the European Community, has issued EASA 
Emergency Airworthiness Directive 2011-0025-E, dated February 18, 2011 
(referred to after this as ``the MCAI''), to correct an unsafe 
condition for the specified products. The MCAI states:

    On two occurrences on Myst[egrave]re-Falcon 50 aeroplanes in 
service, it was detected that two pipes had been swapped in 
maintenance at the frame 42 firewall. The swapped lines are the 
extinguishing system line to engine <greek-i> 2, and engine 
<greek-i> 2 Low Pressure (LP) bleed line.
    If the swapping of these two lines is not detected and 
corrected, in case of engine <greek-i>

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2 fire, the fire extinguishing capability would not be operational.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires an 
[visual] inspection of the connection of the two lines 
(extinguishing and LP bleed lines) at frame 42 in the rear 
compartment and, in case of findings, proper re-installation of the 
lines. This [EASA] AD requires as well reporting to Dassault 
Aviation.
    This [EASA] AD is considered to be an interim measure and, 
depending on the inspection results provided by operators, further 
AD action may follow.

    You may obtain further information by examining the MCAI in the AD 
docket.

Relevant Service Information

    Dassault Aviation has issued Service Bulletin F50-519, dated 
February 18, 2011. The actions described in this service information 
are intended to correct the unsafe condition identified in the MCAI.

FAA's Determination and Requirements of This 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 issuing this AD because we 
evaluated all pertinent information and determined the unsafe condition 
exists and is likely to exist or develop on other products of the same 
type design.

Differences Between the AD and the MCAI or Service Information

    We have reviewed the MCAI and related service information and, in 
general, agree with their substance. But we might have found it 
necessary to use different words from those in the MCAI to ensure the 
AD is clear for U.S. operators and is enforceable. In making these 
changes, we do not intend to differ substantively from the information 
provided in the MCAI and related service information.
    We might also have required different actions in this AD from those 
in the MCAI in order to follow FAA policies. Any such differences are 
highlighted in a NOTE within the AD.

FAA's Determination of the Effective Date

    An unsafe condition exists that requires the immediate adoption of 
this AD. The FAA has found that the risk to the flying public justifies 
waiving notice and comment prior to adoption of this rule because the 
swapping of the number 2 engine fire extinguishing line and the number 
2 engine low pressure bleed line results in a dormant failure of the 
fire extinguishing capabilities of the number 2 engine. Therefore, we 
determined that notice and opportunity for public comment before 
issuing this AD are impracticable and that good cause exists for making 
this amendment effective in fewer than 30 days.

Comments Invited

    This AD is a final rule that involves requirements affecting flight 
safety, and we did not precede it by notice and opportunity for public 
comment. We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or 
arguments about this AD. Send your comments to an address listed under 
the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2011-0261; Directorate 
Identifier 2011-NM-028-AD'' at the beginning of your comments. We 
specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic, 
environmental, and energy aspects of this AD. We will consider all 
comments received by the closing date and may amend this AD because of 
those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to <a href="http://www.regulations.gov">http://www.regulations.gov</a>, including any personal information you provide. We 
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we 
receive about this 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

    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 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 AD:

2011-07-11 Dassault Aviation: Amendment 39-16648. Docket No. FAA-
2011-0261; Directorate Identifier 2011-NM-028-AD.

Effective Date

    (a) This airworthiness directive (AD) becomes effective April 
18, 2011.

Affected ADs

    (b) None.

Applicability

    (c) This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model Mystere-Falcon 50 
airplanes, all serial numbers, certificated in any category.

Subject

    (d) Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 26: Fire 
protection.

Reason

    (e) The mandatory continued airworthiness information (MCAI) 
states:
    On two occurrences on Mystre-Falcon 50 aeroplanes in service, it 
was detected that two pipes had been swapped in maintenance at the 
frame 42 firewall. The swapped lines are the extinguishing system 
line to engine <greek-i> 2, and engine <greek-i> 2 Low Pressure (LP) 
bleed line.
    If the swapping of these two lines is not detected and 
corrected, in case of engine

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<greek-i> 2 fire, the fire extinguishing capability would not be 
operational.
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Compliance

    (f) You are responsible for having the actions required by this 
AD performed within the compliance times specified, unless the 
actions have already been done.

Actions

    (g) Within 8 days after the effective date of this AD: Visually 
inspect the extinguishing system line and the low pressure bleed 
line of the number 2 engine at frame 42 in the rear compartment to 
determine proper installation of the lines, in accordance with 
paragraph 2.B.(1) of the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault 
Service Bulletin F50-519, dated February 18, 2011.
    (1) If the lines are properly installed, no further action is 
required by this paragraph.
    (2) If the lines are improperly installed, before further 
flight, do the actions specified in paragraphs (g)(2)(i) and 
(g)(2)(ii) of this AD, in accordance with paragraph 2.B.(1) of the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, 
dated February 18, 2011.
    (i) Inspect the improperly installed lines for deformation.
    (A) If no deformation is found on the improperly installed 
lines, before further flight, re-install the lines using the proper 
connections, in accordance with paragraph 2.B.(1) of the 
Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, 
dated February 18, 2011.
    (B) If any deformation is found on the improperly installed 
lines, before further flight, replace the lines in accordance with 
paragraph 2.B.(1) of the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault 
Service Bulletin F50-519, dated February 18, 2011.
    (ii) Verify the correct connection of the lines in accordance 
with paragraph 2.B.(1) of the Accomplishment Instructions of 
Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, dated February 18, 2011.

Reporting Requirement

    (h) Submit a report of the findings (both positive and negative) 
of the inspection required by paragraph (g) of this AD to Dassault 
Aviation, as specified in paragraph 2.B.(2) of the Accomplishment 
Instructions of Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, dated February 
18, 2011. Submit the report at the applicable time specified in 
paragraph (h)(1) or (h)(2) of this AD. The report must include the 
information identified in Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, dated 
February 18, 2011. Under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction 
Act (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.), the Office of Management and Budget 
(OMB) has approved the information collection requirements contained 
in this AD and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056.
    (1) If the inspection was done on or after the effective date of 
this AD: Submit the report within 10 days after the inspection.
    (2) If the inspection was done before the effective date of this 
AD: Submit the report within 10 days after the effective date of 
this AD.

FAA AD Differences

    Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information 
as follows: No Differences.

Other FAA AD Provisions

    (i) 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, 
Washington 98057-3356; telephone 425-227-1137; fax 425-227-1149. 
Information may be e-mailed to: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#ad9480ece3e0809c9c9b80ece0e2ee80ffe8fcf8e8fef9feedcbcccc83cac2db"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="d3eafe929d9efee2e2e5fe929e9c90fe819682869680878093b5b2b2fdb4bca5">[email&#160;protected]</span></a>. 
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) Airworthy Product: For any requirement in this AD to obtain 
corrective actions from a manufacturer or other source, use these 
actions if they are FAA-approved. Corrective actions are considered 
FAA-approved if they are approved by the State of Design Authority 
(or their delegated agent). You are required to assure the product 
is airworthy before it is returned to service.
    (3) Reporting Requirements: A federal agency may not conduct or 
sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, nor shall a 
person be subject to a penalty for failure to comply with a 
collection of information subject to the requirements of the 
Paperwork Reduction Act unless that collection of information 
displays a current valid OMB Control Number. The OMB Control Number 
for this information collection is 2120-0056. Public reporting for 
this collection of information is estimated to be approximately 5 
minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, 
completing and reviewing the collection of information. All 
responses to this collection of information are mandatory. Comments 
concerning the accuracy of this burden and suggestions for reducing 
the burden should be directed to the FAA at: 800 Independence Ave., 
SW., Washington, DC 20591, Attn: Information Collection Clearance 
Officer, AES-200.

Related Information

    (j) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency Emergency 
Airworthiness Directive 2011-0025-E, dated February 18, 2011; and 
Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, dated February 18, 2011; for 
related information.

Material Incorporated by Reference

    (k) You must use Dassault Service Bulletin F50-519, dated 
February 18, 2011, to do the actions required by this AD, unless the 
AD specifies otherwise.
    (1) The Director of the Federal Register approved the 
incorporation by reference of this service information under 5 
U.S.C. 552(a) and 1 CFR part 51.
    (2) For service information identified in this AD, contact 
Dassault Falcon Jet, P.O. Box 2000, South Hackensack, New Jersey 
07606; telephone 201-440-6700; Internet <a href="http://www.dassaultfalcon.com">http://www.dassaultfalcon.com</a>.
    (3) You may review copies of the service information at the FAA, 
Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, 
Washington. For information on the availability of this material at 
the FAA, call 425-227-1221.
    (4) You may also review copies of the 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: <a href="http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html">http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html</a>.

    Issued in Renton, Washington, on March 21, 2011.
Kalene C. Yanamura,
Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification 
Service.
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