airworthiness · Rule · Final rule. · Published 2016-08-10 · Effective 2016-09-14 · 81 FR 52752
Document
Document number
2016-18488
Federal Register citation
81 FR 52752
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
airworthiness
Manufacturer
Dassault Aviation
Publication date
2016-08-10
Effective date
2016-09-14
FAA docket
Docket No. FAA-2016-5464
Abstract
We are superseding Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2011-10-01 for all Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 7X airplanes. AD 2011-10-01 required repetitive functional tests of the ram air turbine (RAT) heater, and repair if necessary. This new AD requires revision of the maintenance or inspection program to incorporate new maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations. This AD was prompted by the need for new and more restrictive maintenance requirements and airworthiness limitations for airplane structures and systems. We are issuing this AD to prevent reduced structural integrity and reduced control of these airplanes due to the failure of system components.