COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Airbus Industrie A319, A320 and A321 Series Aeroplanes
AD/A320/6 Engine/APU Fire Control Panel 4/90 Applicability: All 320-111, 320-211 and 320-231 aircraft detailed in the Requirement document. Requirement: Action in accordance with Airbus Industrie SB No A320-26-1008 Revision No 1. Compliance: Prior to 31 July 1990.
Background: During a fire situation the accidental dual operation of the engine fire push button and flip-guard cover could result in a mechanical jamming of the push button. If this were to occur the various engine services could not be shut off.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39, were enacted to regulate the safety of civil aviation in Australia and to ensure compliance with international standards. The 1998 Regulations were introduced to address gaps in safety protocols and to provide comprehensive guidelines for the operation of aircraft within Australian airspace. This legislative instrument, AD/A320/6, was enacted by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to address a specific safety concern identified with Airbus Industrie A319, A320 and A321 series aeroplanes. The policy objective is to mandate corrective actions to prevent mechanical jamming of the engine fire push button during a fire situation, ensuring the safety of the aircraft and its occupants.
The instrument requires that all applicable aircraft (specifically those identified in the requirement document) adhere to Airbus Industrie Service Bulletin No A320-26-1008 Revision No 1. This involves taking action to prevent the accidental dual operation of the engine fire push button and the flip-guard cover, which could lead to a mechanical jam. Compliance with this directive must be achieved before 31 July 1990, ensuring that all aircraft meet the necessary safety standards to prevent critical service shut-offs during fire emergencies.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, apply to all Airbus Industrie A319, A320 and A321 series aeroplanes, particularly those with the aircraft models 320-111, 320-211, and 320-231, as identified in the Requirement document. This legislation pertains to the compliance of these aircraft with Airworthiness Directives, ensuring safety standards are met to prevent mechanical failures during fire situations, such as the accidental dual operation of the engine fire push button and flip-guard cover which could lead to a mechanical jamming and failure to shut off engine services. The directive mandates adherence to Airbus Industrie Service Bulletin No A320-26-1008 Revision No 1, with compliance required prior to 31 July 1990. This regulation is enforced under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and applies nationally within Australia, governing the operation and maintenance of these aircraft to ensure they meet necessary safety standards.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, Part 39 - 105 (hereafter referred to as the Regulations), specify certain safety directives for particular aircraft models, including Airbus Industrie A319, A320, and A321 series aeroplanes. One such directive, AD/A320/6, pertains to the Engine/APU Fire Control Panel (section 4/90). This directive applies to all 320-111, 320-211, and 320-231 aircraft detailed in the requirement document. The directive mandates that actions be taken in accordance with Airbus Industrie Service Bulletin (SB) No A320-26-1008 Revision No 1, which addresses an issue where accidental dual operation of the engine fire push button and flip-guard cover could lead to mechanical jamming of the push button. Such a jamming could prevent the shutdown of various engine services, thus posing a significant safety risk.
Under the Regulations, the primary obligation for parties governed by the AD/A320/6 directive is to comply with the requirements set out by Airbus Industrie SB No A320-26-1008 Revision No 1. This entails ensuring that the corrective actions specified in the service bulletin are implemented prior to 31 July 1990. Non-compliance with these directives could lead to serious safety issues, particularly during fire situations where immediate shutdown of engine services is critical. Operators must therefore take proactive steps to review and update their maintenance and operational procedures to align with the service bulletin’s specifications.
Failure to adhere to the AD/A320/6 directive and its associated requirements can result in significant legal and safety consequences. While the specific penalties for non-compliance with these regulations are not detailed within the directive itself, violations of the Civil Aviation Regulations can generally lead to enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). Such actions may include the imposition of fines, suspension or revocation of airworthiness certificates, and potential criminal charges against individuals responsible for non-compliance. The severity of these penalties underscores the importance of strict adherence to the outlined directives to maintain the highest safety standards in civil aviation.
In summary, AD/A320/6 under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, Part 39 - 105, requires specific corrective actions on Airbus Industrie A319, A320, and A321 series aeroplanes to address potential mechanical issues with the Engine/APU Fire Control Panel. Compliance with Airbus Industrie SB No A320-26-1008 Revision No 1 must be achieved before the specified deadline. Non-compliance with these provisions can lead to severe legal and safety repercussions, emphasizing the critical nature of these directives for ensuring the safety of flight operations.