AD 2009-14-09 Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX Airplanes

Models named: Falcon 2000EX. Read the applicability below — it usually turns on serial or part numbers too.

This AD applies to Dassault Model Falcon 2000EX airplanes, certificated in any category, serial numbers 102 through 124 inclusive.

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) At the later of the times in paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (f)(1)(ii) of this AD: Perform a detailed visual inspection to detect any sharp and unprotected edges of the web of the LH stringer 13 between frames 7 and 8, and measure the trimmed length of the web, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008. (i) Before the accumulation of 3,750 total flight cycles, or within 74 months since the date of issuance of the original French airworthiness certificate or the date of issuance of the original French export certificate of airworthiness, whichever occurs first. (ii) Within 6 months after the effective date of this AD. (2) If, during the inspection and measurement required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, any sharp or unprotected edge is found, or if the trimmed length is 1.57 inches (40 mm) or greater, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) 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. Send information 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. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards 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: 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 (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2008-0143, dated July 31, 2008; and Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008, 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 http://www.dassaultfalcon.com . (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 or 425-227-1152. (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: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, WA, on June 25, 2009. Stephen P. Boyd, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-15855 Filed 7-7-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P

Unless already done, do the following actions. (1) At the later of the times in paragraphs (f)(1)(i) and (f)(1)(ii) of this AD: Perform a detailed visual inspection to detect any sharp and unprotected edges of the web of the LH stringer 13 between frames 7 and 8, and measure the trimmed length of the web, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008. (i) Before the accumulation of 3,750 total flight cycles, or within 74 months since the date of issuance of the original French airworthiness certificate or the date of issuance of the original French export certificate of airworthiness, whichever occurs first. (ii) Within 6 months after the effective date of this AD. (2) If, during the inspection and measurement required by paragraph (f)(1) of this AD, any sharp or unprotected edge is found, or if the trimmed length is 1.57 inches (40 mm) or greater, before further flight, do all applicable corrective actions, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008. FAA AD Differences Note 1: This AD differs from the MCAI and/or service information as follows: No differences. Other FAA AD Provisions (g) 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. Send information 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. Before using any approved AMOC on any airplane to which the AMOC applies, notify your appropriate principal maintenance inspector (PMI) or principal avionics inspector (PAI), as appropriate, or lacking a principal inspector, your local Flight Standards 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: 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 (h) Refer to MCAI European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Airworthiness Directive 2008-0143, dated July 31, 2008; and Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008; for related information. Material Incorporated by Reference (i) You must use Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F2000EX-178, dated July 1, 2008, 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 http://www.dassaultfalcon.com . (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 or 425-227-1152. (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: http://www.archives.gov/federal_register/code_of_federal_regulations/ibr_locations.html. Issued in Renton, WA, on June 25, 2009. Stephen P. Boyd, Acting Manager, Transport Airplane Directorate, Aircraft Certification Service. [FR Doc. E9-15855 Filed 7-7-09; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 4910-13-P