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[Proposed Rules]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

14 CFR Part 39

[Docket No. FAA-2018-0496; Product Identifier 2018-NM-031-AD]
RIN 2120-AA64

Airworthiness Directives; Dassault Aviation Airplanes

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM).

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SUMMARY: We propose to adopt a new airworthiness directive (AD) for
certain Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and FALCON 2000EX
airplanes. This proposed AD was prompted by reports of metallic debris
found in the wing slat piccolo tubes; investigation revealed that the
debris originated from the flow guide of the ball joint of the wing
anti-ice valve. This proposed AD would require repetitive inspections
for metallic debris and damage of the flow guide of the ball joint of
the wing anti-ice valve, and related investigative and corrective
actions if necessary. We are proposing this AD to address the unsafe
condition on these products.

DATES: We must receive comments on this proposed AD by July 16, 2018.

ADDRESSES: You may send comments, using the procedures found in 14 CFR
11.43 and 11.45, by any of the following methods:
     Federal eRulemaking Portal: Go to http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
     Fax:<PHONE_NUMBER>.
     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.
     Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mail address above between 9
a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays.
    For service information identified in this NPRM, contact Dassault
Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000, South
Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; internet http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this service information at the
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines, WA.
For information on the availability of this material at the FAA, call
206-231-3195.

Examining the AD Docket

    You may examine the AD docket on the internet at http://

www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-
0496; 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 NPRM, the regulatory evaluation, any comments received,
and other information. The street address for the Docket Operations
office (telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>) 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 Section, Transport Standards Branch, FAA, 2200 South
216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198; telephone and fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

Comments Invited

    We invite you to send any written relevant data, views, or
arguments about this proposal. Send your comments to an address listed
under the ADDRESSES section. Include ``Docket No. FAA-2018-0496;
Product Identifier 2018-NM-031-AD'' at the beginning of your comments.
We specifically invite comments on the overall regulatory, economic,
environmental, and energy aspects of this NPRM. We will consider all
comments received by the closing date and may amend this NPRM based on
those comments.
    We will post all comments we receive, without change, to http://www.regulations.gov, including any personal information you provide. We
will also post a report summarizing each substantive verbal contact we
receive about this NPRM.

Discussion

    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), which is the Technical
Agent for the Member States of the European Union, has issued EASA
Airworthiness Directive 2018-0022, dated January 29, 2018 (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:

    Occurrences were reported on Falcon 2000 and Falcon 2000EX
aeroplanes, where metallic debris was found in slat piccolo tubes.
The technical investigation revealed that debris originated from the
flow guide of the ball joint located downstream of the wing anti-ice
valve. It was also determined that small debris gathers at the end
of the piccolo tube, but larger pieces of debris may stop before, in
the distribution piping, restricting the airflow and potentially
leading to undetected insufficient wing anti-ice capability.
    This condition, if not detected and corrected, could lead to
undetected significant ice accretion on the wing, possibly resulting
in loss of control of the aeroplane.
    To address this potential unsafe condition, Dassault Aviation
issued Service Bulletin (SB) F2000EX-413 for Falcon 2000EX and SB
F2000-441 for Falcon 2000, providing applicable instructions.
    For the reasons described above, this [EASA] AD requires
repetitive [detailed] inspections [for discrepancies including
cracks and loss of material] of the affected ball joint and,
depending on findings, accomplishment of applicable related
investigative and corrective actions * * *.

    Related investigative actions include, for any loss of material,
borescope inspections of anti-ice pipes for debris, nicks, and damage.
Corrective actions include replacing any cracked or damaged ball joint,
and removing debris from the flow guide. You may examine the MCAI in
the AD docket on the internet at http://www.regulations.gov by
searching for and locating Docket No. FAA-2018-0496.

Related Service Information Under 1 CFR Part 51

    Dassault Aviation has issued Service Bulletins F2000-441, dated
June 20, 2017; and F2000EX-413, dated July 10, 2017. This service
information describes procedures for repetitive inspections for
metallic debris and damage of the flow guide of the anti-ice ball joint
of the wing. The service information also describes procedures for
replacing the ball joint and pipe, and performing borescope inspections
of damaged wing anti-ice pipes and removal of any debris from the flow
guide. These documents are distinct since they apply to different
airplane models. This service information is reasonably available
because the interested parties have access to it through their normal
course of business or by the means identified in the ADDRESSES section.

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

Costs of Compliance

    We estimate that this proposed AD affects 348 airplanes of U.S.
registry. We estimate the following costs to comply with this proposed
AD:

                                      Estimated Costs for Required Actions
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                                                                                Cost per       Cost on U.S.
                          Labor cost                              Parts cost        product         operators
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6 work-hours x $85 per hour = $510...........................              $0             $510         $177,480
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    We have received no definitive data that would enable us to provide
cost estimates for the on-condition actions specified in this proposed
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.
    This proposed AD is issued in accordance with authority delegated
by the Executive Director, Aircraft Certification Service, as
authorized by FAA Order 8000.51C. In accordance with that order,
issuance of ADs is normally a function of the Compliance

and Airworthiness Division, but during this transition period, the
Executive Director has delegated the authority to issue ADs applicable
to transport category airplanes to the Director of the System Oversight
Division.

Regulatory Findings

    We determined that this proposed AD would not have federalism
implications under Executive Order 13132. This proposed AD would 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 this proposed
regulation:
    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.

List of Subjects in 14 CFR Part 39

    Air transportation, Aircraft, Aviation safety, Incorporation by
reference, Safety.

The Proposed Amendment

    Accordingly, under the authority delegated to me by the
Administrator, the FAA proposes to amend 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):

Dassault Aviation: Docket No. FAA-2018-0496; Product Identifier
2018-NM-031-AD.

(a) Comments Due Date

    We must receive comments by July 16, 2018.

(b) Affected ADs

    None.

(c) Applicability

    This AD applies to Dassault Aviation Model FALCON 2000 and
FALCON 2000EX airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial
numbers equipped with any anti-ice pipe having part number (P/N)
F2MA724561A1 or P/N F2MA724561A2, except airplanes on which Dassault
Modification (mod) M5000 or Dassault mod M5001 has been embodied in
production.

(d) Subject

    Air Transport Association (ATA) of America Code 30, Ice and Rain
Protection.

(e) Reason

    This AD was prompted by reports of metallic debris found in the
wing slat piccolo tubes; investigation revealed that the debris
originated from the flow guide of the ball joint of the wing anti-
ice valve. We are issuing this AD to address restricted airflow of
the piccolo tubes, leading to insufficient wing anti-ice capability
and significant undetected ice accretion on the wing, which could
result in loss of control of the airplane.

(f) Compliance

    Comply with this AD within the compliance times specified,
unless already done.

(g) Repetitive Inspections and Corrective Actions

    Within 25 months after the effective date of this AD: Perform a
detailed inspection for discrepancies of the flow guide of the ball
joint located downstream of the wing anti-ice valve, and do all
applicable related investigative and corrective actions, in
accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Aviation
Service Bulletin F2000-441, dated June 20, 2017; or Dassault
Aviation Service Bulletin F2000EX-413, dated July 10, 2017; as
applicable. Repeat the detailed inspection thereafter at intervals
not to exceed 25 months. Do all applicable corrective actions before
further flight.

(h) No Reporting Requirement

    Although the service information identified in paragraph (g) of
this AD specifies to submit certain information to the manufacturer,
this AD does not include that requirement.

(i) Other FAA AD Provisions

    The following provisions also apply to this AD:
    (1) Alternative Methods of Compliance (AMOCs): The Manager,
International Section, Transport Standards Branch, 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 Section, send it to the attention of
the person identified in paragraph (j)(2) of this AD. 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.
    (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
Section, Transport Standards Branch, 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 AD 2018-0022, dated January 29, 2018, for related
information. This MCAI may be found in the AD docket on the internet
at http://www.regulations.gov by searching for and locating Docket
No. FAA-2018-0496.
    (2) For more information about this AD, contact Tom Rodriguez,
Aerospace Engineer, International Section, Transport Standards
Branch, FAA, 2200 South 216th Street, Des Moines, WA 98198;
telephone and fax<PHONE_NUMBER>.
    (3) For service information identified in this AD, contact
Dassault Falcon Jet Corporation, Teterboro Airport, P.O. Box 2000,
South Hackensack, NJ 07606; telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; internet http://www.dassaultfalcon.com. You may view this service information at the
FAA, Transport Standards Branch, 2200 South 216th St., Des Moines,
WA. For information on the availability of this material at the FAA,
call<PHONE_NUMBER>.

    Issued in Des Moines, Washington, on May 22, 2018.
James Cashdollar,
Acting Director, System Oversight Division, Aircraft Certification
Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

Food and Drug Administration

[Docket No. FDA-2012-N-0001]

Gastrointestinal Drugs Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting

AGENCY: Food and Drug Administration, HHS.

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    This notice announces a forthcoming meeting of a public advisory
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    Name of Committee: Gastrointestinal Drugs Advisory Committee.
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    Date and Time: The meeting will be held on March 13, 2012, from 8
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    Contact Person: Nicole Vesely, Center for Drug Evaluation and
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[Notices]
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

Notice of Public Meeting

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), DOT.

ACTION: Notice of public meeting.

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SUMMARY: The FAA is hosting a virtual Inclusive Language Summit to
present and discuss recommendations the Agency has received that
promote the institution of inclusive language throughout the FAA. The
Summit will provide a platform for the public to comment and provide
additional recommendations to the FAA as it develops an enterprise-wide
initiative to adopt language that is both gender-neutral and inclusive.
In the spirit of bringing all voices to the conversation, the FAA seeks
participation from all members of the public; stakeholders in public
agencies; academia; not-for profit institutions; individuals working in
the area of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA); and
the aerospace community. Input from a diverse audience will assist the
FAA in developing policies, procedures and plans for implementation of
terminology that is inclusive in nature in all aspects of FAA
governance and oversight as well as in the international context under
FAA's global leadership.

DATES: The virtual meeting will be held on November 10, 2021, from
10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
    Requests for accommodations to a disability must be received by
November 1, 2021. Written comments or recommendations will be received
until November 30, 2021.

ADDRESSES: This will be a virtual meeting and livestreamed on FAA's
social media platforms for members of the public to observe. To
observe, follow FAA social media platforms on the day of the event at
https://www.facebook.com/FAA, https://www.youtube.com/FAAnews, or
https://twitter.com/FAANews.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Thomas Cuddy, Federal Aviation
Administration, 800 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20591;
telephone<PHONE_NUMBER>; email: [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. Background

    The FAA's mission is to provide the safest, most efficient
aerospace system in the world. We strive to reach the next level of
safety and efficiency and to demonstrate global leadership in how we
safely integrate new users and technologies into our aerospace system.
Because language matters, embracing diversity and inclusion will have a
significant impact on bringing all voices into the conversation to help
further the FAA's mission. To lead the aerospace industry into the next
century, the FAA must actively promote values of DEIA. The words and
language that we use in all communication channels, both for internal
and external use, as well as rules, regulations and associated policies
and guidance, must match this objective. If any individual employee,
contractor or industry partner feels excluded or marginalized because
of language or words, the work of the agency suffers and opportunities
for achievement are diminished.
    The FAA has initiated efforts to expand inclusive language across
the Agency. In 2019, the FAA first tasked the Federal Women's Program
to begin to develop recommendations for gender neutral language.
Furthermore, in February 2021, the FAA tasked the Drone Advisory
Committee (DAC) to develop recommendations for gender-neutral language
as an alternative to gender specific terms currently used in the drone
and aviation communities. The FAA also tasked DAC to take the lead to
facilitate the adoption of gender-neutral language throughout the drone
community and provide recommendations that organizations across the
industry and community can implement. The DAC presented its
recommendations to the FAA in June 2021 and they are posted on the
FAA's DAC web page.\1\ Please refer to page 110 of the June 2021 DAC
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    \1\ See pages 97-136 of the Drone Advisory Committee Public e-
Book at https://www.faa.gov/uas/programs_partnerships/drone_advisory_committee/media/DAC_Public_eBook_06_23_2021.pdf.

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    The FAA acknowledges that many of the terms that the DAC proposed
to incorporate are not new words, nor are they new to aviation. The
DAC's recommendations, in addition to other similar concurrent
initiatives, have sparked a wider conversation across the Agency about
formally embracing more inclusive language, including terminology that
is gender-neutral. Replacing gender-based terms with new inclusive
terminology is expected to create a more inclusive and accepting
environment within the FAA and the aerospace industry as a whole.
However, the FAA recognizes the importance of gathering public input on
the proposed DAC terminology, as well as alternative terminology, that
FAA should consider adopting in furtherance of its goal to ensure
equality, which can only be accomplished through the elimination of
bias and discrimination on the basis of sex, including the person's
sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy. The FAA notes that
implementation of policies and plans related to the adoption of
inclusive terminology may necessitate changes in legislation, as well
as rules and regulations. However, the FAA is committed to ensuring FAA
is both a workplace and a regulatory agency free of bias and
discrimination in all practices.

II. Public Participation

    The Inclusive Language Summit is open to the public. Members of the
public will have an opportunity to provide feedback or additional
recommendations to the Agency's proposal to adopt language that is more
inclusive.
    Members of the public are also welcome to submit written
recommendations. Please send written documents to the email address in
the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section.
    In the spirit of bringing all voices to the conversation, the FAA
seeks participation from all members of the public; stakeholders in
public agencies; academia; not-for profit institutions; individuals
working in the area of DEIA; and the aviation community. Input from a
diverse audience will assist the FAA in developing policies and
procedures that are inclusive in nature and strengthen the FAA's goal
of becoming an employer of choice and the Agency's mission to be a
global aerospace leader.
    The U.S. Department of Transportation is committed to providing
equal access to this meeting for all participants. If you need
alternative formats or services because of a disability, such as sign
language, interpretation, or other ancillary aids, please contact the
person listed in the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT section.
    Members of the public may submit comments and questions for the
FAA's consideration to the email address listed in the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section. On the day of the event participants will
be given the opportunity to ask questions in near real time through a
link provided on the FAA's social media pages located in ADDRESSES
section.

    Issued in Washington, DC.
Timothy R. Adams,
Acting Executive Director, Office of Rulemaking.
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