AD/AMD 10/17 - Emergency Exit Lights - Modification

Overview

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105 under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, was enacted to ensure the safety of aviation operations in Australia by regulating airworthiness standards and compliance. One of the amendments introduced to this regulation is AD/AMD 10/17 concerning the Falcon 10 Series Aeroplanes, which mandates modifications to the emergency exit lights. This directive was introduced to address a non-compliance issue identified under ANO 101.6 paragraph 6.84. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority, established by the Parliament of Australia, aims to maintain and enhance the safety of civil aviation through rigorous regulatory oversight and adherence to international standards. The policy objective behind this amendment is to ensure that all aircraft meet specific safety requirements, thereby mitigating risks and enhancing the safety of passengers and crew.

Scope and Application

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, which pertains to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, applies to all model Falcon 10 aeroplanes. This legislation mandates that all such aircraft must comply with Airworthiness Directive AMD Falcon 10 Series Aeroplanes AD/AMD 10/17, which concerns the modification of emergency exit lights as outlined in AMD SB No. F10-0222 (F10-33-003). This directive is aimed at ensuring compliance with Australian National Aviation Orders (ANO) 101.6, paragraph 6.84, by addressing a previously identified non-compliance issue. The regulation applies across the Commonwealth of Australia, overseen by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, and is integral to maintaining the safety standards required for these aircraft within Australian airspace. Additionally, the directive references FAA AD 83-24-02 amendment 39-4771, indicating an alignment with international standards, particularly those established by the Federal Aviation Administration.

Key Provisions

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically in Part 39 - 105, detail the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives for the Falcon 10 Series Aeroplanes (section 1). The particular directive in focus, AD/AMD 10/17, pertains to the modification of emergency exit lights (section 2). This directive applies to all model Falcon 10 aeroplanes and mandates compliance with the Service Bulletin (SB) number F10-0222 (F10-33-003) (section 3). It is also noted that this directive references the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) AD 83-24-02 amendment 39-4771 (section 4). The directive's applicability is retroactive to a compliance date prior to 28 February 1985, indicating that operators must ensure their aircraft meet these requirements before this date (section 5). Operators of Falcon 10 Series Aeroplanes are required to implement the modifications outlined in the referenced Service Bulletin (section 6). This involves the installation of compliant emergency exit lights as specified by the SB F10-0222 (section 7). Compliance with this directive is essential to meet the airworthiness standards set by the Australian Civil Aviation Regulations (section 8). Operators must ensure that the modifications are carried out by appropriately qualified personnel and that the aircraft is returned to service only after the modifications have been verified as complete and effective (section 9). Failure to comply with the provisions of AD/AMD 10/17 may result in significant consequences (section 10). Non-compliance with airworthiness directives is a serious matter under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (section 11). It may lead to enforcement actions by CASA, including the potential grounding of non-compliant aircraft (section 12). Civil penalties may be imposed on operators who fail to adhere to the directive, which could include substantial fines (section 13). Additionally, continued operation of an aircraft that does not meet the specified airworthiness standards can result in criminal charges against both the operator and the individual responsible for the aircraft's maintenance (section 14). The maximum penalties for such offences can include significant financial penalties and potential imprisonment (section 15).