COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE
For the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CAR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.
AD/B767/149 Passenger Entertainment System
FAA STC ST09022AC-D
9/2001
Applicability: Model 767-200 series airplanes modified by United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST09022AC-D.
Requirement: 1. Accomplish the following:
- Modify the passenger entertainment system (PES) to install a load shed relay and associated wiring for the Airshow System portion of the PES, in accordance with Raytheon Service Bulletin 767VIP-24-1, dated 28 August 2000.
b. Revise the Airplane Operations Manual (AOM) to describe the function of the utility bus power switch located on the flight deck, including the use of this switch to remove power to the PES, in accordance with Raytheon Airplane Operations Manual Supplement 767-27G, dated 18 October 2000.
2. PES may not be installed on any aeroplane in accordance with STC ST09022AC- D, unless it is modified and the AOM is revised in accordance with this Directive.
Note: FAA AD 2001-14-13 Amdt 39-12324 refers.
Compliance: For Requirement 1 - Within 18 months after the effective date of this Directive.
For Requirement 2 - As of the effective date of this Directive.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 6 September 2001.
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Background: This Directive requires the modification of the PES installed by STC ST09022AC-D and the revision of the AOM. This action is required to ensure that, when necessary, the flight crew is able to remove electrical power from the PES and is advised of appropriate procedures for such action. Inability to remove power from the PES during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in inability to control smoke or fumes in the airplane flight deck or cabin.
James Coyne
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 23 July 2001
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 15 August 2001.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Commonwealth of Australia, aim to ensure the safety of aviation operations within the country. One particular issue that these regulations address is the need to maintain and improve the airworthiness of aircraft through the issuance of Airworthiness Directives (ADs). This legislation provides the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) with the authority to issue ADs to address specific safety concerns. The policy objective of such directives is to ensure that aircraft continue to meet the required safety standards, thus protecting the public and enhancing the overall safety of civil aviation. An example of this is AD/B767/149, which mandates modifications to the passenger entertainment system on Boeing 767 series aeroplanes to prevent potential hazards related to smoke and fumes in the flight deck or cabin. This directive was issued to ensure that the flight crew can effectively manage electrical power to the passenger entertainment system and to update the Airplane Operations Manual accordingly.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically PART 39 - 105 under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, applies to Boeing 767 Series aeroplanes, specifically those of the 767-200 series that have been modified by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST09022AC-D. This Airworthiness Directive (AD) mandates specific modifications to the passenger entertainment system (PES) to ensure compliance with safety standards, thereby impacting airlines and operators who own or operate such aircraft. The directive’s geographic reach is national, as it pertains to the Commonwealth of Australia, overseen by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). The directive does not explicitly state any exclusions or exemptions, indicating that all applicable aircraft must comply with the outlined modifications. This AD extends its application through subordinate instruments, as CASA may issue further instructions or clarifications to ensure compliance. The requirement to modify the PES and revise the Airplane Operations Manual (AOM) must be completed within a specified timeframe to ensure that the flight crew can effectively manage electrical power in non-normal or emergency situations, thereby mitigating risks associated with smoke or fumes in the flight deck or cabin.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under subregulation 39.1(1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) pertains specifically to the Boeing 767-200 series aeroplanes that have been modified by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) ST09022AC-D. The AD mandates that the Passenger Entertainment System (PES) be modified to install a load shed relay and associated wiring for the Airshow System portion of the PES, in accordance with Raytheon Service Bulletin 767VIP-24-1, dated 28 August 2000. Furthermore, the Airplane Operations Manual (AOM) must be revised to describe the function of the utility bus power switch on the flight deck, including its use to remove power to the PES, as detailed in Raytheon Airplane Operations Manual Supplement 767-27G, dated 18 October 2000. These modifications are essential to ensure that the flight crew can remove electrical power from the PES during non-normal or emergency situations, thereby preventing the accumulation of smoke or fumes in the flight deck or cabin.
Operators of the affected Boeing 767-200 series aeroplanes are obligated to implement the changes specified in the AD within a stipulated timeframe. Specifically, Requirement 1, which involves modifying the PES and revising the AOM, must be completed within 18 months from the effective date of the AD, which is 6 September 2001. Requirement 2, which states that the PES may not be installed unless it has been modified and the AOM revised, must be adhered to as of the effective date of the AD. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in the aeroplane being considered unairworthy, which could lead to grounding and other regulatory actions.
The AD outlines the consequences of non-compliance with its provisions. While the specific penalties for breach are not detailed in the text, it is clear that non-compliance with ADs issued by CASA is taken seriously and can result in severe civil or criminal penalties. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority Act 1998 may impose fines or other penalties for violations, and in more severe cases, criminal charges could be brought against individuals or companies responsible for non-compliance. The seriousness of these potential penalties underscores the importance of adhering to the AD to ensure the continued safety and airworthiness of the affected aircraft.