Airworthiness Directive · Amendment 39-17697 · Flight controls
DASSAULT AVIATION Airplanes
This AD applies to DASSAULT AVIATION Model Falcon 10 airplanes, certificated in any category, all serial numbers.
We are adopting a new airworthiness directive (AD) for all DASSAULT AVIATION Model Falcon 10 airplanes. This AD requires a one- time inspection for cracking of the right-hand (RH) and left-hand (LH) inboard flaps, and replacement if necessary. This AD was prompted by reports of cracking found on the inboard end plate (rib) of the RH inboard flap. We are issuing this AD to detect and correct such cracking, which could lead to complete fracture of the rib and loss of integrity of the flap structure, resulting in loss of control of the airplane.
Within 65 days after the effective date of this AD, do a detailed inspection for cracking of ribs 1 and 3 of the left- and right-hand inboard flaps, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F10-318, dated October 30, 2013. If any cracking is found, before further flight, replace the inboard flap with a crack-free serviceable flap, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Dassault Mandatory Service Bulletin F10-318, dated October 30, 2013.
