COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Beechcraft 19, 23 and 24 Series Aeroplanes
AD/BEECH 23/17 Electric Flap System Mechanism 3/71 Applicability: Models B19, C23, A24 and A24R equipped with the optional electric flap installation. Requirement: Action in accordance with Beechcraft SI No. 0415-161.
Compliance: Forthwith.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Australian Parliament, establish the legal framework governing civil aviation within Australia. Part 39, in particular, outlines the regulations pertaining to the airworthiness of aircraft, ensuring that all aircraft meet specified safety standards before being permitted to operate. This legislation was introduced to address the need for stringent oversight and regulation of civil aviation to protect public safety, property, and national security. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) enforces these regulations, with a policy objective to maintain and enhance the safety of civil aviation in Australia through the implementation of airworthiness directives, as exemplified by AD/BEECH 23/17 concerning the electric flap system mechanism in Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 series aeroplanes. Compliance with such directives is mandatory, underscoring the commitment to continuous improvement in aviation safety standards.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, Part 39 - 105, has issued an Airworthiness Directive (AD) concerning the electric flap system mechanism for certain Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 series aeroplanes. This AD applies specifically to models B19, C23, A24, and A24R equipped with the optional electric flap installation. The directive mandates that these aircraft must comply with the action stipulated in Beechcraft Service Instruction No. 0415-161. Compliance with this directive is required forthwith, meaning that the specified action must be completed immediately. This regulation extends across the Commonwealth of Australia, affecting all operators and owners of the specified Beechcraft models within the nation's airspace. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions in the AD itself, but compliance with other applicable regulations and standards is also expected. The scope of the AD is precise and limited to the specified aircraft models and their electric flap systems, with no additional application through subordinate instruments mentioned in the text.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39 - 105, specifically in the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, contains a directive relevant to the Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 series aeroplanes, particularly those models equipped with the optional electric flap installation. This directive, AD/BEECH 23/17, pertains to the electric flap system mechanism (Section 3/71). The directive applies to models B19, C23, A24, and A24R that have this optional installation. The requirement outlined in the directive is that actions must be taken in accordance with Beechcraft Service Instruction (SI) No. 0415-161. Compliance with this directive must be achieved forthwith, indicating that the required actions need to be completed without undue delay.
The Act imposes specific obligations on the parties or entities it governs. Owners and operators of the affected Beechcraft aeroplanes must ensure that the electric flap system mechanism is addressed in line with the requirements specified in Beechcraft SI No. 0415-161. This involves reviewing the system and making any necessary modifications or repairs to meet the standards set forth by CASA. The directive underscores the importance of maintaining the airworthiness of the aircraft, ensuring that the electric flap system operates correctly and safely.
Failure to comply with the provisions of AD/BEECH 23/17 can lead to several consequences. The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 outline potential offences and penalties for non-compliance with airworthiness directives. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the provided text, non-compliance with such directives generally can result in civil or criminal penalties, including fines and potential imprisonment. The severity of the penalties may depend on the degree of non-compliance and the impact on aviation safety. Operators and owners are therefore under a legal obligation to adhere to the directive to avoid any adverse legal or safety repercussions.