COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes
AD/B767/101 Passenger Compartment Lights - Wire Bundle 7/98
Applicability: Model 767-200 and -300 series aeroplanes listed in Boeing Service Bulletin (SB) 767- 33-0052 Revision 1 dated 8 December 1994 as revised by Boeing Notice of Status Change 767-33-0052 NSC 01 dated 9 May 1996.
Requirement: Inspect, repair if necessary, and relocate the wire bundles installed above the main passenger door in accordance with Boeing SB 767-33-0052 Revision 1 dated
8 December 1994 as revised by Boeing Notice of Status Change 767-33-0052 NSC 01 dated 9 May 1996.
Note 1: Inspection, repair and relocation of the wire bundles accomplished in accordance with either, SB 767-33-0052 dated 2 April 1992 or Revision 1 dated 8 December 1994, prior to the effective date of this directive is considered acceptable compliance with this directive.
Note 2: FAA AD 98-07-13 Amdt 39-10433.
Compliance: Within 12 months from the effective date of this directive.
This airworthiness directive becomes effective on 18 June 1998.
Background: The FAA has advised that one operator submitted a report indicating that the opening of the main passenger door caused the door liner and a ceiling panel to chafe and ultimately break wires installed in the area above the main passenger door. This directive requires a one time inspection, repair if necessary , and the relocation of wire bundles above the door. These actions are intended to prevent the wires from becoming worn or broken, which could lead to the failure of several systems such as the fuel shut-off valves.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, which were enacted to ensure the safety and efficiency of civil aviation in Australia, include a schedule of airworthiness directives that are binding on aircraft operators. One such directive, AD/B767/101, pertains to Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes and specifically addresses an issue with passenger compartment lights and wire bundles. This directive was introduced to mitigate the risk of wire damage caused by the opening of the main passenger door, which had the potential to lead to significant system failures. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority, established under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, is the body responsible for the enactment and enforcement of these regulations, aiming to ensure that all aircraft meet the required safety standards. The directive mandates a comprehensive inspection, repair if necessary, and relocation of the wire bundles to prevent future occurrences of wire chafing and breakage.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically PART 39 - 105 under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, applies to Boeing 767-200 and -300 series aeroplanes. This directive, denoted as AD/B767/101, mandates inspection, repair, and relocation of wire bundles situated above the main passenger door to prevent potential wear and breakage caused by the opening of the door, which could result in the failure of critical systems such as the fuel shut-off valves. Compliance with this directive is mandatory and must be completed within twelve months of the directive's effective date, which is 18 June 1998. The directive references Boeing Service Bulletin 767-33-0052 and its subsequent revisions, ensuring that the required actions align with the specified technical standards. This regulatory requirement is essential to maintaining the safety and airworthiness of the specified Boeing 767 aircraft models in Australian airspace.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (Part 39 - 105) mandate specific safety directives for certain types of aircraft, with Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes being a particular focus. Section AD/B767/101 outlines the requirements for passenger compartment lights, specifically the wire bundles installed above the main passenger door (Section 1). This directive applies to Boeing 767-200 and -300 series aeroplanes as identified in Boeing Service Bulletin (SB) 767-33-0052 Revision 1 dated 8 December 1994, as subsequently revised by Boeing Notice of Status Change 767-33-0052 NSC 01 dated 9 May 1996 (Section 2). The primary requirement is to inspect, repair if necessary, and relocate the wire bundles in accordance with the specified Boeing documents (Section 3). It is important to note that if the inspection, repair, and relocation were completed following the earlier versions of the bulletins, compliance with the directive is still considered valid (Section 4).
The obligations under this directive are clearly defined. Operators of Boeing 767-200 and -300 series aeroplanes must ensure that the specified wire bundles are inspected, repaired, and relocated as per the directives issued by Boeing. This must be done within twelve months from the effective date of the directive, which is 18 June 1998 (Section 5). This requirement ensures that all affected aircraft are brought up to the necessary safety standards to prevent potential issues such as wire breakage, which could lead to system failures like the failure of fuel shut-off valves (Section 6).
Failure to comply with the provisions outlined in AD/B767/101 could result in serious consequences. The legislation does not explicitly state the specific civil or criminal penalties for non-compliance, but it is reasonable to infer that the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) could impose significant fines, operational restrictions, or other enforcement actions to ensure adherence to the safety directives (Section 7). Additionally, non-compliance could potentially lead to safety incidents that might result in criminal charges, depending on the severity of the consequences stemming from the failure to comply with the directive (Section 8).