COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Safety 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.
British Aerospace BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes
AD/BAe 146/103 Fuel Quantity Indication Wiring 5/2003
Applicability: BAe 146 100, 200 and 300 series aeroplanes and Avro 146-RJ70, RJ85 and RJ100 series aeroplanes.
Requirement: 1. Inspect the fuel quantity indication wiring loom for chafing and the p-clips securing the loom to the wing rib for damage. Both inspections are to be carried out in accordance with BAe Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin (ISB) 28-030 dated 21 February 2003.
2. If, during the Requirement 1 inspection, any evidence of chafing of the wiring loom and/or damage to the p-clips is detected, carry out the rectification actions specified in ISB 28-030.
3. Protect the wiring looms by installing spiral wrapping in accordance with ISB 28-030.
Note: The ISB has been classified as Mandatory by the CAA(UK).
Compliance: For Requirement 1 - Before 30 June 2003.
For Requirements 2 and 3 - Before further flight after the Requirement 1 inspection. This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 15 May 2003.
Background: BAe Systems has received reports of the fuel quantity indication wiring chafing against the vertical flange between p-clips securing the wiring loom to the inboard face of wing rib 9 and between the inner faces of the p-clips and the loom.
This Directive requires a visual inspection to detect any damage and, if necessary, rectification of any damage.
James Coyne
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 2 April 2003
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 23 April 2003.
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Overview
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998), which were enacted to regulate civil aviation safety and were administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), introduced a framework to ensure the ongoing airworthiness of aircraft and aeronautical products. The aim of these regulations was to address the need for consistent and stringent safety standards within the aviation sector. This legislative instrument specifically targets the maintenance and inspection of aircraft to prevent unsafe conditions that could compromise flight safety. The policy objective is to mandate necessary actions to correct identified unsafe conditions through Airworthiness Directives, ensuring that aircraft remain in a safe and airworthy condition at all times. This approach is crucial in mitigating risks associated with aviation operations, ultimately safeguarding the lives of passengers and crew, as well as the general public.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, specifically PART 39 - 105, sets forth Airworthiness Directives (AD) which apply to particular types of aircraft and aeronautical products within the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of Australia. This particular Airworthiness Directive, AD/BAe 146/103, applies to British Aerospace BAe 146 Series Aeroplanes, including the BAe 146 100, 200 and 300 series, as well as Avro 146-RJ70, RJ85, and RJ100 series aeroplanes. The directive is issued under the authority of a CASA delegate and mandates specific actions to be taken in response to identified safety concerns regarding the fuel quantity indication wiring. Compliance with this directive is required for all aircraft within the specified series operating under Australian jurisdiction. The directive does not specify any exclusions or exemptions, and its scope is limited to the particular aircraft series mentioned. Subordinate instruments or further clarifications may extend or provide more detailed instructions on the application of this directive.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, addresses the requirements for airworthiness directives concerning certain aircraft types, such as the British Aerospace BAe 146 series aeroplanes and Avro 146-RJ series aeroplanes. An airworthiness directive (AD) issued under subregulation 39.1 (1) of the CAR 1998 mandates specific actions to correct identified unsafe conditions. For instance, AD/BAe 146/103 dated 5/2003, requires an inspection of the fuel quantity indication wiring loom and the p-clips securing the loom to the wing rib for chafing and damage (section 5). If any chafing or damage is detected, the directive mandates rectification actions as specified in BAe Systems (Operations) Limited Inspection Service Bulletin (ISB) 28-030 dated 21 February 2003. Furthermore, the directive necessitates the installation of spiral wrapping to protect the wiring looms, as per the same ISB, which has been classified as mandatory by the Civil Aviation Authority (UK).
The obligations imposed by this AD include conducting a thorough inspection of the fuel quantity indication wiring loom and the p-clips on the specified aircraft models. Operators and owners of the affected aircraft must ensure that these inspections are performed by qualified personnel following the guidelines set out in ISB 28-030. If the inspection reveals any chafing or damage, the specified corrective actions must be undertaken. Additionally, operators must protect the wiring looms by installing spiral wrapping as outlined in ISB 28-030. Compliance with these requirements is mandatory, with inspections for Requirement 1 needing to be completed before 30 June 2003, and Requirements 2 and 3 needing to be completed before further flight after the initial inspection.
Failure to comply with the airworthiness directive can result in significant consequences. Non-compliance may lead to the aircraft being considered unairworthy, which could prevent it from being operated. Under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, non-compliance with airworthiness directives can result in enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). Penalties may include fines and, in severe cases, the grounding of the aircraft until the required actions are taken. The maximum penalties for contravening the regulations can vary, but they are designed to ensure stringent adherence to safety standards to protect public safety and the integrity of the aviation industry.