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.
Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes
AD/B767/156 In-Flight Entertainment System FAA STC SA7019NM-D
11/2001
Applicability: Model 767-300 series aeroplanes modified by United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA7019NM-D.
Requirement: 1. Install a master power control switch for the in-flight entertainment (IFE) video system and associated wiring, in accordance with BFGoodrich Engineering Order (EO) 23-32-767-031 dated 16 August 2000.
2. Amend the Flight Attendant Manual by inserting BFGoodrich 767 Flight Attendant Manual Supplement D2000-160, dated 16 August 2000, and amend the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) by inserting BFGoodrich B767 AFM Supplement D2001-025, dated 26 February 2001, into the Emergency Procedures section of the AFM.
3. IFE may not be installed on any aeroplane in accordance with STC SA7019NM- D unless it is modified in accordance with BFGoodrich EO 23-32-767-031 and the Flight Attendant Manual and the AFM is revised in accordance with this Directive.
Note: FAA AD 2001-18-08 Amdt 39-12434 refers.
Compliance: For Requirement 1 - Within 18 months after the effective date of this Directive.
For Requirement 2 - Before further flight after installation of the master power control switch in accordance with Requirement 1.
For Requirement 3 - As of the effective date of this Directive.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 1 November 2001.
Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes
AD/B767/156 (Continued)
Background: This Directive requires the modification of the IFE systems installed under STC SA7019NM-D, together with the revision of both the Flight Attendant Manual and the AFM. This action is required to ensure that, when necessary, the flight crew is able to remove power from the IFE system and is advised of appropriate procedures to perform these actions. Inability to remove power from the IFE system during a non-normal or emergency situation could result in inability to control smoke or fumes in the aeroplane flight deck or cabin.
Eugene Paul Holzapfel
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 13 September 2001
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 10 October 2001.
Overview
The Airworthiness Directive AD/B767/156, issued in 2001, pertains to Boeing 767 Series Aeroplanes that have undergone modifications to their in-flight entertainment (IFE) systems as per the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA7019NM-D. This legislative instrument was introduced by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to address potential safety risks associated with the IFE systems, particularly the inability to remove power from the IFE system in non-normal or emergency situations, which could lead to difficulties in controlling smoke or fumes within the flight deck or cabin. The policy objective behind this directive is to ensure that the flight crew has the necessary capability to manage such situations effectively, thereby enhancing the overall safety of air travel.
Scope and Application
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 applies specifically to Boeing 767-300 series aeroplanes that have undergone modifications under the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA7019NM-D. The directive mandates particular actions to address safety concerns identified in the in-flight entertainment (IFE) system of these aircraft. These actions include the installation of a master power control switch for the IFE video system and associated wiring, as well as amendments to both the Flight Attendant Manual and the Aircraft Flight Manual. The directive requires these modifications to be completed within specified timeframes to ensure compliance with safety standards. This Airworthiness Directive has a national scope, being applicable throughout Australia and issued by the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. No specific exclusions or exemptions are mentioned in the directive; it applies universally to all applicable aircraft within the jurisdiction of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under subregulation 39.1(1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) applies to Boeing 767-300 series aeroplanes modified by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SA7019NM-D (section 1). This AD mandates specific actions to address an identified unsafe condition with the in-flight entertainment (IFE) system. The main requirements outlined in the directive (section 2) include the installation of a master power control switch for the IFE video system and associated wiring, as per BFGoodrich Engineering Order (EO) 23-32-767-031 dated 16 August 2000, and the amendment of both the Flight Attendant Manual and the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM). These amendments involve inserting BFGoodrich 767 Flight Attendant Manual Supplement D2000-160 and BFGoodrich B767 AFM Supplement D2001-025, both dated 16 August 2000 and 26 February 2001 respectively, into the Emergency Procedures section of the AFM. Additionally, the directive stipulates that IFE may not be installed on any aeroplane in accordance with STC SA7019NM-D unless it is modified as per BFGoodrich EO 23-32-767-031 and the Flight Attendant Manual and AFM are revised accordingly (section 3).
The AD imposes several obligations on the parties and entities it governs. Firstly, operators of Boeing 767-300 series aeroplanes that have been modified by FAA STC SA7019NM-D must ensure that the installation of the master power control switch for the IFE video system and associated wiring is completed within 18 months of the effective date of the AD (section 4). Secondly, operators must amend their Flight Attendant Manual and AFM by incorporating the specified supplements before further flight after the installation of the master power control switch (section 4). Lastly, operators are required to comply with the stipulation that IFE cannot be installed on any aeroplane unless the necessary modifications are made and the manual and AFM are revised in accordance with the directive (section 5).
The AD does not explicitly detail offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for non-compliance. However, it is likely that failure to comply with this directive could result in serious safety issues, including the inability to control smoke or fumes in the aeroplane flight deck or cabin during a non-normal or emergency situation. Such non-compliance could lead to enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), including the potential grounding of non-compliant aircraft and further regulatory scrutiny. The precise consequences would depend on CASA’s assessment of the severity of the non-compliance and any resulting safety risks.