COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
British Aerospace BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes
AD/BAe 146/10 Oxygen Main Supply Cylinder Corrosion 13/88
Applicability: As detailed in the Requirement Document. Requirement: Action in accordance with BAe 146 SB 35-8.
Compliance: Within three months time in service after 29 December 1988 and thereafter at intervals not exceeding 12 months until embodiment of Mod HCM 36032A.
Background: Corrosion of the cylinder has been reported in the contact area between the cylinder and the cradle.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), were enacted to ensure the safety of civil aviation in Australia. One specific legislative instrument within this framework is AD/BAe 146/10, introduced to address the issue of corrosion in the oxygen main supply cylinder of British Aerospace BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes. This directive was enacted to mitigate the risk of cylinder failure due to corrosion, which could compromise the safety of the aircraft and its occupants. The primary objective of AD/BAe 146/10 is to mandate regular inspections and necessary repairs to prevent corrosion in the identified area of the cylinder, ensuring compliance within three months after the directive's effective date of 29 December 1988, and subsequently at intervals not exceeding 12 months until a specified modification is incorporated.
The directive requires actions in accordance with BAe 146 Service Bulletin 35-8, targeting the specific corrosion problem reported in the contact area between the cylinder and the cradle. This proactive approach aims to maintain the airworthiness of the BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes by addressing potential safety hazards through timely and systematic compliance measures.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives (AD) under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 pertains to the maintenance and safety standards of aircraft in Australia, specifically targeting the British Aerospace BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes. This regulation mandates that specific actions be taken to address the corrosion issue in the oxygen main supply cylinder as detailed in BAe 146 SB 35-8. The directive applies to all BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes that are registered and operated within the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby encompassing both domestic and international flights. Compliance with these directives is mandatory for all entities and individuals involved in the operation of these aircraft, ensuring that the specified maintenance and safety measures are adhered to within the stipulated timeframes. The requirement for compliance begins three months after the directive's issuance on 29 December 1988 and continues at intervals not exceeding 12 months until the modification HCM 36032A is fully implemented. Any failure to comply with these ADs could result in significant safety risks, and hence, it is imperative for all stakeholders to adhere to the outlined procedures.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, establish the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives (ADs) for various aircraft. In this context, AD/BAe 146/10 pertains to the British Aerospace BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes and addresses corrosion issues in the oxygen main supply cylinder. According to section 13/88, the directive applies to aircraft as detailed in the Requirement Document. The primary requirement outlined in this AD is for actions to be taken in accordance with British Aerospace (BAe) Service Bulletin (SB) 35-8. This SB provides detailed instructions and specifications for addressing the corrosion issue, ensuring the aircraft's airworthiness and safety.
The AD mandates that compliance with the directive must be achieved within three months of the aircraft entering service after 29 December 1988. Furthermore, this compliance must be maintained at intervals not exceeding 12 months until the incorporation of Modification HCM 36032A. This ongoing requirement ensures that the identified corrosion issue is systematically addressed and mitigated over time. The directive's applicability is explicitly tied to the specific areas of the aircraft affected by corrosion, which is the contact area between the oxygen main supply cylinder and its cradle.
The obligations imposed by this AD on the parties governed by it are significant. Operators of BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes must ensure that they follow the instructions provided in BAe SB 35-8. This includes conducting inspections, repairs, or replacements as specified to prevent and rectify cylinder corrosion. Additionally, operators must keep meticulous records of all actions taken to comply with the AD, as well as the intervals at which these actions were performed. These records must be made available to CASA upon request to verify compliance with the directive. Failure to comply with these obligations could result in serious safety risks and potential penalties.
In terms of consequences for non-compliance, breaches of the AD/BAe 146/10 could lead to civil or criminal penalties. Under section 91 of the Civil Aviation Act 1988, CASA has the authority to impose penalties for non-compliance with ADs. The specific penalties can include fines and, in severe cases, imprisonment. The maximum penalty for a serious breach can extend up to $126,000 for a corporation and up to $25,200 for an individual, as stipulated in the Act. Additionally, CASA may take enforcement actions such as grounding the aircraft, imposing operational restrictions, or pursuing legal action against the non-compliant party. These stringent measures underscore the importance of adhering to the AD to maintain the highest safety standards in civil aviation.