COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
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/B767/160 Rudder Pedal Pushrod Fastener 1/2002
Applicability: Boeing 767 series aircraft; as listed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-27A0159, dated 10 June 1999.
Requirement: Action in accordance with the technical requirements of FAA AD 2001-22-13 Amdt 39-12492.
Compliance: As specified in the Requirement document with a revised effective date of 24 January 2002.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 24 January 2002.
Background: The FAA requires replacement of the rudder pedal fasteners for both the captain’s and the first officer’s pedal assemblies with new, improved fasteners. This action is required to prevent loss of rudder control due to improperly torqued fasteners that connect the pushrod to the rudder pedal assembly, which could result in loss of controllability of the aircraft.
David Alan Villiers
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 4 December 2001
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 9 January 2002.
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Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Parliament of Australia, encompass a comprehensive framework governing civil aviation safety across the nation. Among these regulations, Part 39 specifically addresses airworthiness directives, which are critical in ensuring that aircraft meet safety standards to operate legally and safely. One such directive, AD/B767/160, was issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) in 2002 to address a safety concern with the Boeing 767 series aeroplanes. This directive mandates the replacement of rudder pedal fasteners to prevent potential loss of rudder control due to improperly torqued fasteners. The directive aligns with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) requirements, aiming to maintain the highest standards of flight safety and controllability in Australian airspace.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically PART 39 - 105, pertain to the Airworthiness Directives issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under the authority of the Commonwealth of Australia. This particular Airworthiness Directive (AD) targets the Boeing 767 series aircraft, as identified in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-27A0159, dated 10 June 1999. The directive mandates corrective action concerning the rudder pedal pushrod fasteners, as specified in FAA AD 2001-22-13 Amdt 39-12492, to prevent the potential loss of rudder control due to improperly torqued fasteners. The AD is applicable to all Boeing 767 series aircraft and requires compliance with the specified technical requirements, with an effective date set for 24 January 2002. The directive, issued by a CASA delegate, ensures adherence to safety standards essential for maintaining the airworthiness of the aircraft.
Key Provisions
This Airworthiness Directive (AD) pertains to Boeing 767 series aircraft, as detailed in Boeing Alert Service Bulletin 767-27A0159 dated 10 June 1999, and mandates the replacement of rudder pedal fasteners for both the captain’s and the first officer’s pedal assemblies. The directive, AD/B767/160, was issued by the delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under subregulation 39.1(1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) on 4 December 2001 and became effective on 24 January 2002. The action required is specified in FAA AD 2001-22-13 Amdt 39-12492, with a compliance timeframe set out in the requirement document, effective from the revised date of 24 January 2002.
The directive imposes specific obligations on the owners and operators of Boeing 767 series aircraft, mandating the replacement of the rudder pedal fasteners with improved ones as per the FAA AD 2001-22-13 Amdt 39-12492. This requirement is aimed at mitigating the risk of loss of rudder control due to improperly torqued fasteners, which could potentially lead to loss of controllability of the aircraft. Compliance with this AD is mandatory, and failure to adhere to the specified technical requirements and timeframe could compromise the airworthiness and safety of the aircraft.
Failure to comply with the Airworthiness Directive may result in serious safety implications, including the risk of loss of rudder control, which could lead to an unsafe condition during flight. The AD emphasises the importance of adhering to the specified technical requirements and timeframe to maintain the airworthiness of the Boeing 767 series aircraft. Although the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 do not specify maximum penalties for non-compliance with an AD, failure to comply could lead to enforcement actions by CASA, including the potential grounding of the aircraft until the required action is taken. Additionally, repeated non-compliance or severe safety breaches could result in more significant civil or criminal penalties under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and related regulations.