COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Beechcraft 55, 58 and 95-55 (Baron) Series Aeroplanes
AD/BEECH 55/1 Elevator Assemblies 6/61
Applicability: Model 95-55 with S/Nos. TC-2 to TC-79 except TC-58, 64 and 75. Requirement: Action in accordance with Beechcraft SB 55 - No. 1.
Compliance: Before 1 September 1971.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended by the legislative instrument F2006B03960, introduced specific airworthiness directives under Part 39, particularly addressing the maintenance and safety of certain aircraft models. This legislation was enacted by the Australian Parliament to ensure that specific Beechcraft 55, 58, and 95-55 (Baron) series aeroplanes meet stringent safety standards, thereby mitigating the risk of accidents associated with structural failures. The policy objective behind these regulations is to maintain high safety standards within the aviation industry by ensuring that aircraft are maintained and operated in a manner that minimises the risk to passengers and crew. The directive concerning the elevator assemblies for the specified models and serial numbers aims to ensure that these aircraft remain airworthy and compliant with safety standards before a specified compliance date.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39 - 105, specifically address the safety directives for the Beechcraft 55, 58, and 95-55 (Baron) Series Aeroplanes through the legislative instrument F2006B03960. This regulation applies to model 95-55 aeroplanes with serial numbers ranging from TC-2 to TC-79, with the exceptions of TC-58, 64, and 75. The directive mandates that action be taken in accordance with Beechcraft Service Bulletin 55 - No. 1 concerning elevator assemblies. The requirement for compliance with these safety directives must be met before 1 September 1971. This regulation underscores the necessity for specific aircraft models to adhere to certain safety standards, ensuring the operational integrity and safety of these aircraft within the Australian airspace.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, include detailed provisions for airworthiness directives affecting various aircraft models. One such directive, AD/BEECH 55/1, pertains to the elevator assemblies of Beechcraft 55, 58 and 95-55 (Baron) Series Aeroplanes (section 105). This directive is critical for ensuring the safety of aircraft in operation by specifying required actions to address identified safety concerns. For instance, AD/BEECH 55/1 applies to Model 95-55 aeroplanes with serial numbers ranging from TC-2 to TC-79, with specific exceptions for serial numbers TC-58, 64, and 75 (section 6/61).
The directive mandates that operators of affected aircraft must comply with the instructions provided in Beechcraft Service Bulletin (SB) 55 - No. 1 (section 6/61). This involves performing specific actions to rectify the identified issues with the elevator assemblies. The directive explicitly states that compliance must be achieved before 1 September 1971 (section 6/61), underscoring the urgency and importance of addressing these safety concerns promptly.
Operators of the affected Beechcraft 55, 58, and 95-55 aeroplanes have several obligations under this directive. Firstly, they must ensure that the relevant service bulletin (SB 55 - No. 1) is obtained and reviewed. Secondly, they must follow the detailed instructions within the bulletin to make the necessary modifications or repairs to the elevator assemblies. This includes conducting any required inspections, replacements, or adjustments to ensure the aircraft meets the specified airworthiness standards. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in significant legal and safety repercussions.
Failure to adhere to the provisions of AD/BEECH 55/1 can lead to serious consequences. The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 impose strict penalties for non-compliance with airworthiness directives. Operators found in breach of these regulations may face substantial fines, and in severe cases, the aircraft may be grounded until the necessary actions are taken to rectify the identified safety issues. Additionally, persistent non-compliance could result in more severe legal action, including potential criminal charges against the operator or responsible party, thereby emphasising the critical nature of adhering to these safety directives.