COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Beechcraft 65 and 70 (Queen Air) Series Aeroplanes
AD/BEECH 65/4 Flap Drive Assembly - Replacement 11/67
Applicability: All models.
Requirement: 1. Remove flap drive assemblies P/N 50-521214-1 and -2 or P/N HE631-1 and -2.
2. Replace with flap drive assemblies: (a) P/N 50-380113-1 and -2; or
(b) P/N HE631-1 and -2 modified to Hawker de Havilland Engineering Order B.154.
Compliance: Before 31 March 1967.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Australian Parliament, provide comprehensive regulations for the safe and efficient operation of civil aviation within Australia. One specific regulation is found in Part 39, which includes Airworthiness Directives aimed at ensuring the safety of aircraft. AD/BEECH 65/4, introduced under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, addresses the problem of potential flap drive assembly failures in Beechcraft 65 and 70 (Queen Air) series aeroplanes. This directive was introduced to mitigate risks associated with the identified components, ensuring continued safety and airworthiness of these aircraft by mandating the replacement of certain flap drive assemblies before a specified date. The overarching policy objective is to maintain high standards of aviation safety through proactive regulatory measures.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, govern the requirements for the airworthiness of aircraft operating within Australian airspace. This regulation mandates compliance with certain airworthiness directives, which ensure that aircraft meet the necessary safety standards. AD/BEECH 65/4 addresses the replacement of flap drive assemblies for Beechcraft 65 and 70 (Queen Air) Series Aeroplanes. This directive applies to all models of the specified aircraft and requires the removal of certain flap drive assemblies and their replacement with specified parts, ensuring adherence to the safety standards set forth by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. The requirement must be fulfilled before 31 March 1967, establishing a clear timeframe for compliance. The regulation's scope is jurisdictional, applying nationwide under the Commonwealth of Australia, and its application is mandatory for all entities operating the specified aircraft within Australian territory. There are no exclusions or exemptions mentioned in the text, implying that all operators of these aircraft must comply with the directive. The application of these regulations can be further detailed or extended through subordinate instruments issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, mandate the compliance with Airworthiness Directives (AD) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to ensure the safety of aircraft. In this instance, AD/BEECH 65/4 pertains to the Beechcraft 65 and 70 (Queen Air) series aeroplanes, addressing the requirement for replacing the flap drive assemblies to maintain airworthiness (section 11/67). This directive applies to all models of the specified aircraft (section 11/67 Applicability).
Under this AD, the primary requirement is to remove existing flap drive assemblies P/N 50-521214-1 and -2 or P/N HE631-1 and -2, and replace them with either P/N 50-380113-1 and -2 or P/N HE631-1 and -2 modified as per Hawker de Havilland Engineering Order B.154 (section 11/67 Requirement). This change must be implemented before the compliance deadline of 31 March 1967, ensuring that all affected aircraft meet the specified airworthiness standards.
The Act imposes specific obligations on the parties or entities governed by this AD. Owners and operators of the Beechcraft 65 and 70 (Queen Air) series aeroplanes must ensure that the flap drive assembly replacement is carried out as per the directive. This involves not only the physical replacement of parts but also the adherence to the timelines set forth, with the compliance date strictly being before 31 March 1967. Failure to comply with these obligations may result in the aircraft being deemed unairworthy, thereby prohibiting its operation until the necessary modifications are made.
Failure to comply with the AD may result in serious consequences. Civil penalties can be imposed for non-compliance, and in more severe cases, criminal penalties may apply. The exact nature and extent of penalties depend on the specifics of the non-compliance and any resulting safety incidents. However, the regulations underscore the importance of adhering to these directives to maintain the highest safety standards in civil aviation. Non-compliance not only risks penalties but also endangers the safety of passengers and crew, as well as the overall integrity of the aviation system.