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 23/45 Electric Fuel Boost Pump 8/88
Applicability: Model A23-24 and A24 Musketeer Serial No MA-1 through MA-368; A24R Serial No MC-2 through MC-95; A24-R, B24R, and C24R Sierra 200, Serial No MC-96 through MC-795.
Requirement: Action in accordance with Beechcraft Service Bulletin No 2217.
Note: FAA AD 88-10-01 amendment 39-5904 refers.
Compliance: Prior to the issue of the next Maintenance Release after 11 August 1988.
Background: The manufacturer has received reports of engine power loss which resulted from loss of fuel pressure, caused by broken electric fuel boost pump vane material obstructing fuel flow in the engine driven pump. This AD requires the replacement of the electric fuel boost pump with a pump having improved vane material. Beech Aircraft Corporation are offering improved pumps on an exchange basis within a limited time period.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 were enacted by the Australian Government to ensure the safety of civil aviation in Australia. The regulations are administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and cover a wide range of areas, including aircraft maintenance, airworthiness, and pilot licensing. The purpose of the regulations is to ensure that all civil aviation activities in Australia are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, and to protect the public from the risks associated with civil aviation. The regulations are updated regularly to reflect changes in technology, industry practices, and safety requirements. The policy objective of the regulations is to provide a comprehensive framework for the regulation of civil aviation in Australia, and to ensure that all civil aviation activities are conducted in a manner that is consistent with international standards and best practices.
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 include a number of specific provisions relating to the airworthiness of aircraft, including the issuance of airworthiness directives (ADs) by CASA. ADs are mandatory orders issued by CASA to address safety deficiencies in aircraft, aircraft engines, propellers, or appliances. The ADs require the owner or operator of an affected aircraft to take specific action to address the safety deficiency, such as by making repairs, replacements, or modifications to the aircraft. The purpose of ADs is to ensure that all aircraft operated in Australia meet the required safety standards, and to prevent the occurrence of accidents or incidents due to safety deficiencies. The policy objective of ADs is to ensure that all civil aviation activities in Australia are conducted in a safe and efficient manner, and to protect the public from the risks associated with civil aviation.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically under Part 39 - 105, addresses the safety of certain Beechcraft aeroplanes through Airworthiness Directives (ADs). This particular legislative instrument, AD/BEECH 23/45, applies to Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 series aeroplanes, specifically model A23-24 and A24 Musketeer with specified serial numbers, as well as A24R, B24R, and C24R Sierra 200 within defined serial number ranges. The directive mandates compliance with Beechcraft Service Bulletin No 2217 to address the risk of engine power loss due to broken electric fuel boost pump vane material obstructing fuel flow. The directive references FAA AD 88-10-01 amendment 39-5904 and requires compliance prior to the issuance of the next Maintenance Release following 11 August 1988. The directive ensures that the electric fuel boost pump must be replaced with an improved version, and the manufacturer is offering this replacement on an exchange basis for a limited period. This regulation ensures that affected aircraft meet necessary safety standards and mitigates the risk of in-flight engine failure.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, focus on the requirements for maintaining airworthiness of Beechcraft 19, 23, and 24 series aeroplanes. Section AD/BEECH 23/45 mandates that aircraft within the specified serial number ranges must have their electric fuel boost pumps replaced to comply with Beechcraft Service Bulletin No 2217. This requirement is due to the reports of engine power loss resulting from broken electric fuel boost pump vane material, which obstructs fuel flow in the engine-driven pump. The action must be taken before the next Maintenance Release issued after 11 August 1988.
The obligations imposed by this legislation require operators of the affected Beechcraft aeroplanes to ensure that the electric fuel boost pump is replaced with one having improved vane material. This replacement must adhere to the specifications outlined in Beechcraft Service Bulletin No 2217. The manufacturer, Beech Aircraft Corporation, is offering improved pumps on an exchange basis, but operators must act within the specified timeframe to remain compliant with the regulation.
Failure to comply with these airworthiness directives may result in civil and criminal consequences. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) can take enforcement action against operators who do not adhere to the requirements. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the text provided, non-compliance with airworthiness directives typically results in severe penalties, including fines and potential grounding of the aircraft. The exact penalties can vary based on the severity and frequency of the non-compliance, but they can be significant under Australian aviation law.