AD 2007-02-10 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 900 and Falcon 900EX Airplanes

Models named: Mystere-Falcon 900, Falcon 900EX. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Dassault Model Mystere-Falcon 900 airplanes, certificated in any category, ranging from serial number (s/n) 1 through s/n 202 inclusive, without modification M5213 or M5236, and equipped with a third crew member passenger-type oxygen mask on the cockpit ceiling; and Dassault Model Falcon 900EX airplanes, certificated in any category, ranging from s/n 1 through s/n 156 inclusive, without modification M5213 or M5236, and equipped with a third crew member passenger-type oxygen mask on the cockpit ceiling. Reason (d) The mandatory continuing airworthiness information (MCAI) states that a drawing review and further associated inspections on aircraft have highlighted a potential chafing risk between the third crew member oxygen mask box, optionally installed in the cockpit ceiling, and feeder cables routed in the area. This situation, if not corrected, could generate smoke or fire, which could be fanned by oxygen leakage from the box. The MCAI requires a modification (application of epoxy resin to the oxygen box nuts and rivets), after a detailed inspection of the feeder cables and wiring for damage and correct location and corrective actions (repairing the feeder cable, re-routing certain wiring, or installing a protective plate), if necessary.

Unless already done, within one month or 30 flight cycles, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD: Do a modification (application of epoxy resin to the oxygen box nuts and rivets), after doing a detailed inspection of the feeder cables and wiring for damage and correct location and all applicable corrective actions (repairing the feeder cable, re-routing certain wiring, or installing a protective plate), as instructed in Dassault Service Bulletin F900-366 or F900EX-277, both dated July 19, 2006, as applicable. Before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions. Note 1: The aforementioned service bulletins cover Dassault Aviation modification M5213. Other FAA AD Provisions (f) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, Attn: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1137; fax (425) 227-1149, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Before using any AMOC approved in accordance with § 39.19 on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify the appropriate principal inspector in the FAA Flight Standards Certificate Holding District Office. (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: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (g) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Emergency Airworthiness Directive 2006-0330-E, dated October 25, 2006; and Dassault Service Bulletins F900-366 and F900EX-277, both dated July 19, 2006; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (h) You must use Dassault Service Bulletin F900-366, dated July 19, 2006; or Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-277, dated July 19, 2006; as applicable; 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. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; or 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/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 12, 2007. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 07-258 Filed 1-24-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, within one month or 30 flight cycles, whichever occurs first, after the effective date of this AD: Do a modification (application of epoxy resin to the oxygen box nuts and rivets), after doing a detailed inspection of the feeder cables and wiring for damage and correct location and all applicable corrective actions (repairing the feeder cable, re-routing certain wiring, or installing a protective plate), as instructed in Dassault Service Bulletin F900-366 or F900EX-277, both dated July 19, 2006, as applicable. Before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions. Note 1: The aforementioned service bulletins cover Dassault Aviation modification M5213. Other FAA AD Provisions (f) The following provisions also apply to this AD: (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager, International Branch, ANM-116, FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, Attn: Tom Rodriguez, Aerospace Engineer, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; telephone (425) 227-1137; fax (425) 227-1149, has the authority to approve AMOCs for this AD, if requested using the procedures found in 14 CFR 39.19. Before using any AMOC approved in accordance with § 39.19 on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify the appropriate principal inspector in the FAA Flight Standards Certificate Holding District Office. (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: For any reporting requirement in this AD, under the provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements and has assigned OMB Control Number 2120-0056. Related Information (g) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Emergency Airworthiness Directive 2006-0330-E, dated October 25, 2006; and Dassault Service Bulletins F900-366 and F900EX-277, both dated July 19, 2006; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (h) You must use Dassault Service Bulletin F900-366, dated July 19, 2006; or Dassault Service Bulletin F900EX-277, dated July 19, 2006; as applicable; 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. (3) You may review copies at the FAA, Transport Airplane Directorate, 1601 Lind Avenue, SW., Renton, Washington 98057-3356; or 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/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, Washington, on January 12, 2007. Ali Bahrami, Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. 07-258 Filed 1-24-07; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P