COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Beechcraft 56TC (Turbo Baron) Series Aeroplanes
AD/BEECH 56/18 Flight Controls 1/79
Applicability: All model 56TC with S/Nos. TG-78 to TG-83; and all 56 series fitted with rudder and/or elevators shipped from Beech during period 1 May 1973 to 1 July 1976.
Requirement: Action in accordance with Beechcraft SI No. 0629-150, Rev. 11. Compliance: Within 100 hours’ time in service after 31 January 1979.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended, contain provisions aimed at ensuring the safety and airworthiness of aircraft operating in Australia. Specifically, Part 39 - 105, which is a schedule of airworthiness directives, includes detailed regulations addressing the maintenance and inspection of various aircraft types, including the Beechcraft 56TC (Turbo Baron) Series Aeroplanes. The 1998 Regulations were enacted to provide a comprehensive legal framework governing civil aviation safety, aiming to protect the public and ensure the safe operation of aircraft within Australian airspace. The policy objective behind these regulations is to maintain high safety standards, prevent accidents, and ensure that aircraft are maintained in a safe and airworthy condition.
The legislation in question, F2006B04048, pertains to a specific airworthiness directive for the Beechcraft 56TC (Turbo Baron) Series Aeroplanes. This directive mandates specific actions to be taken regarding the flight controls of certain models manufactured within a particular serial number range and time frame. The directive requires compliance within 100 hours’ time in service after 31 January 1979, ensuring that the aircraft meet the necessary safety standards. The enacting body for these regulations is the Australian Parliament, which has established these rules to enhance aviation safety and prevent potential hazards associated with aircraft operation.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39 - 105, mandate specific requirements for the airworthiness of certain Beechcraft 56TC (Turbo Baron) series aeroplanes. This legislative instrument applies to all model 56TC with serial numbers ranging from TG-78 to TG-83, as well as all 56 series aeroplanes equipped with rudders and/or elevators that were shipped by Beechcraft between 1 May 1973 and 1 July 1976. The legislation specifies that these aircraft must comply with Beechcraft Service Instruction No. 0629-150, Revision 11, within 100 hours of time in service following 31 January 1979. The directive ensures that the flight controls of these aircraft meet necessary safety standards to maintain airworthiness. There are no exclusions, exemptions, or thresholds explicitly mentioned in this directive, meaning that all specified aircraft must adhere to the outlined requirements without exception.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically in Part 39 - 105, contain provisions governing the airworthiness of aircraft, including directives for the Beechcraft 56TC (Turbo Baron) Series Aeroplanes. Under the Airworthiness Directive (AD) numbered AD/BEECH 56/18, there are clear requirements and obligations concerning the flight controls of certain Beechcraft 56TC models. This directive applies to all model 56TC with serial numbers (S/Nos.) TG-78 to TG-83 and to all 56 series aircraft fitted with rudder and/or elevators shipped from Beech during the period from 1 May 1973 to 1 July 1976 (Section 1/79).
To comply with this directive, the owner or operator of the affected aircraft must ensure that the action specified in Beechcraft Service Information (SI) No. 0629-150, Revision 11, is taken. This action must be completed within 100 hours of the aircraft being in service after 31 January 1979. The requirement is to address potential issues with the flight controls, ensuring they meet the necessary safety standards.
The obligations imposed by this directive are significant. Owners and operators must meticulously follow the instructions outlined in the referenced Beechcraft SI to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft. Failure to adhere to these instructions could result in the aircraft not meeting the regulatory standards set by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). Such non-compliance could potentially lead to severe operational restrictions or grounding of the aircraft until the required actions are completed.
The consequences of breaching these obligations can be severe. Under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, failure to comply with an airworthiness directive can result in enforcement actions by CASA. This may include the imposition of fines, the issuance of compliance orders, or even prosecution leading to criminal charges. The maximum penalties for contravening these regulations can include substantial fines for corporations and imprisonment for individuals, underscoring the importance of adhering to these directives to ensure the safety of the aircraft and its occupants.