AD/BEECH 23/28 - Control Column and Mixture Control

Overview

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Australian Government, form part of a broader legislative framework designed to ensure the safety and efficiency of civil aviation within Australia. The specific legislative instrument F2006B03741, which pertains to the Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 Series Aeroplanes, addresses a critical safety concern related to the control column and mixture control of these aircraft models. The problem it was introduced to address is ensuring that these aeroplanes meet the required safety standards to prevent operational risks. The policy objective as stated in the text is to mandate compliance with Beechcraft Service Instruction No. 0747-155 within 100 hours of time in service after 31 December 1975 for the affected models, thereby enhancing the overall safety of civil aviation. This legislative instrument was enacted to provide clear directives and deadlines for compliance, ensuring that the safety directives are implemented effectively across the specified aircraft fleet.

Scope and Application

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as outlined in Part 39 - 105, specifically pertain to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's (CASA) schedule of airworthiness directives for the Beechcraft 19, 23 and 24 series aeroplanes. This particular legislative instrument, AD/BEECH 23/28, applies to the Model C23 with serial numbers ranging from M-1413 to M-1649. It mandates compliance with Beechcraft Service Instruction No. 0747-155, focusing on the control column and mixture control. The requirement necessitates action to be taken within 100 hours of time in service after 31 December 1975. This regulation is applicable within the jurisdiction of the Commonwealth of Australia and is enforced by CASA to ensure the safety and airworthiness of the specified Beechcraft models. The scope of this directive is limited to the control column and mixture control of the identified aircraft, and it does not extend to other components or models outside of the specified serial number range.

Key Provisions

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically within Part 39 - 105, govern the safety standards and directives for aircraft operations in Australia. A notable directive in this context is AD/BEECH 23/28, which pertains to the control column and mixture control for Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 series aeroplanes. This directive applies to Model C23 aircraft with serial numbers (S/Nos) ranging from M-1413 to M-1649. The directive mandates that these aircraft must comply with Beechcraft Service Instruction (SI) No. 0747-155 to ensure the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft. Compliance must be achieved within 100 hours of time in service after 31 December 1975. The Civil Aviation Regulations impose specific obligations on the parties governed by these directives. For example, aircraft operators and owners of the affected Beechcraft models must ensure that their aircraft conform to the requirements outlined in AD/BEECH 23/28. This includes taking the necessary action, as specified in Beechcraft SI No. 0747-155, to address any issues with the control column and mixture control systems. The regulations necessitate that these actions be taken within the specified timeframe of 100 hours of service post 31 December 1975 to maintain compliance and ensure the aircraft remain airworthy. Failure to comply with the directives stipulated in the Civil Aviation Regulations can result in various consequences. The regulations provide for both civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance. For civil aviation offences, the penalties can include fines and other sanctions as outlined in the relevant sections of the Civil Aviation Act 1988. In cases where non-compliance results in serious safety incidents, criminal penalties may apply, including substantial fines and imprisonment. The exact penalties can vary depending on the severity of the breach and the specific circumstances of the case. The regulations ensure that strict measures are in place to enforce compliance and maintain the highest standards of aviation safety.