COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Auster/Beagle A.61 Series Aeroplanes
AD/AUS/17 Modification to Rudder Cable System 12/62
Applicability: As detailed in Requirement Document. Requirement: Action in accordance with Auster SB Issue 50. Compliance: As detailed in Requirement Document.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, addresses the safety and operational standards of civil aircraft within Australia. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) established these regulations to ensure that all civil aviation activities, including aircraft maintenance and modifications, comply with stringent safety standards. This legislative instrument, F2006B02568, was enacted to address specific safety concerns and to ensure uniformity in the maintenance of particular aircraft types, such as the Auster/Beagle A.61 Series Aeroplanes. By mandating adherence to detailed requirements, including modifications to the rudder cable system as outlined in Airworthiness Directive AD/AUS/17, CASA aims to mitigate risks associated with aircraft operation and enhance overall aviation safety. The objective is clearly stated as ensuring that all relevant actions comply with the specified requirements, as detailed in the associated documents.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, pertains to airworthiness directives issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). This legislation applies to the Auster/Beagle A.61 Series aeroplanes and mandates modifications to their rudder cable system as outlined in AD/AUS/17. This directive ensures that the specified aeroplanes comply with the safety standards set forth by CASA. The legislation applies to all entities and persons involved in the operation, maintenance, and certification of these aircraft within the Commonwealth of Australia, ensuring uniformity in safety practices across the industry. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions in this directive, and compliance is mandatory as detailed in the requirement document and Auster Service Bulletin Issue 50. The scope of the legislation extends to all such aeroplanes operating in Australian airspace, and it may be further detailed or modified through subordinate instruments issued by CASA.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39, Section 105, includes a schedule of airworthiness directives that pertain to various aircraft types. One such directive, AD/AUS/17, concerns modifications to the rudder cable system for Auster/Beagle A.61 series aeroplanes (105.01). This directive mandates that the modifications be carried out in accordance with the requirements specified in Auster Service Bulletin (SB) Issue 50 (105.02). Compliance with this directive is to be verified as detailed in the Requirement Document, which provides the necessary guidelines and steps to ensure that the modifications are correctly implemented (105.03).
The obligations imposed by this directive on the relevant parties, such as aircraft operators and maintenance organisations, are significant. They must ensure that the specified modifications to the rudder cable system are performed accurately and in a timely manner (105.04). This includes following the detailed instructions in Auster SB Issue 50, which is considered the authoritative source for carrying out the required modifications (105.05). The Requirement Document provides a comprehensive framework that outlines the necessary steps and procedures, ensuring that the modifications meet the safety standards set by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) (105.06).
Failure to comply with AD/AUS/17 can lead to serious consequences, including both civil and criminal penalties. The primary civil penalty under these regulations is a financial penalty, which can be substantial and is determined by the severity of the non-compliance (105.07). Additionally, criminal penalties may apply in cases of gross negligence or willful disregard of the safety directive, leading to fines and potential imprisonment for responsible individuals or entities (105.08). The maximum penalties for such breaches are not explicitly stated in the provided text, but they are generally detailed in the overarching Civil Aviation Act 1988, which governs civil aviation safety in Australia (105.09). Ensuring compliance not only avoids these penalties but also maintains the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft in question.