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 65/58
Amdt 3
Fuel Boost Pumps 3/89
Applicability: Any Model 65 and 70 series aeroplanes which may have installed a replacement fuel boost pump (Beech P/Nos. 50-380177-5, 50-380177-7, 50-389041-9 and 60-389010-
15) which are date coded 1k through 5k or with a repair station nameplate dated 1-83 through 5-83.
Requirement: Beechcraft SB No. 2156.
- Carry out initial inspection in accordance with Step 1 and modify in accordance with Steps 3 and 4 of the Requirement Document.
2. Replace leaking boost pumps in accordance with Step 2 of the Requirement Document.
3. Affected pumps held as spares; inspect in accordance with the Requirement Document.
Compliance: 1. Within 100 hours’ time in service after 30 September 1986 or before 31 March 1987 whichever occurs first.
2. Before further flight after initial inspection.
3. Before installation in an aircraft after 30 September 1986.
Note: Compliance with the original issue and amendment 1 of this AD does not constitute compliance with this issue and a further certification is required.
Compliance with amendment 2 of this AD does constitute compliance and no further certification is required.
Background: Amendment 2 to this Directive reflects the manufacturer’s latest Service Bulletin and places a time limit for modification of fuel boost pumps. Amendment 3 consolidates Queen Air series 65 and 70 aircraft.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (Cth) are a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at ensuring the safety and efficiency of civil aviation within Australia. Part 39, specifically, deals with airworthiness directives which are legally enforceable rules related to design, production, maintenance, and operation of aircraft. One such directive, AD/BEECH 65/58 Amendment 3, pertains to Beechcraft 65 and 70 series aeroplanes, commonly known as Queen Air. Enacted by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, this directive was introduced to address the safety risks associated with specific fuel boost pumps used in these aircraft models. The policy objective is to mandate modifications and inspections to prevent potential fuel system failures, thereby enhancing flight safety. Compliance with these directives is crucial for operators of affected aircraft to ensure adherence to the highest safety standards.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39 - 105, applies to any Beechcraft 65 and 70 series aeroplanes that have installed a replacement fuel boost pump with specific part numbers and date codes, as outlined in the Airworthiness Directive AD/BEECH 65/58 Amendment 3. This regulation is issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority and applies to aircraft operating within the Commonwealth of Australia, thereby affecting both domestic and international flights if the aircraft is registered in Australia. The directive does not specify exclusions or exemptions but mandates compliance with specific inspection and modification steps as outlined in the Requirement Document, including the replacement of leaking fuel boost pumps and inspection of spare pumps. The compliance requirements must be met within a specified timeline following the directive's issuance, and adherence to earlier amendments does not suffice unless further certification is obtained.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, establish detailed provisions for maintaining the airworthiness of aircraft. The legislation references Amendment 3 of Airworthiness Directive (AD/BEECH 65/58) concerning Beechcraft 65 and 70 (Queen Air) Series Aeroplanes. Section 39-105 identifies the applicability of the directive to specific models of aircraft equipped with particular fuel boost pumps. These pumps must be date coded between 1k through 5k or repaired between January and May 1983.
The directive mandates that operators of affected aircraft must comply with the instructions outlined in Beechcraft Service Bulletin No. 2156. This involves conducting an initial inspection as per Step 1, modifying the pumps in accordance with Steps 3 and 4, replacing any leaking boost pumps as directed in Step 2, and inspecting any affected pumps held as spares according to the requirement document. Compliance with these steps must occur within specific timeframes. Operators must complete the initial inspection within 100 hours of the aircraft being in service after 30 September 1986 or before 31 March 1987, whichever is earlier. Further, modifications must be completed before any subsequent flight after the initial inspection and before installing the pumps in an aircraft after 30 September 1986.
Failure to comply with the AD/BEECH 65/58 Amendment 3 can result in significant legal and financial consequences. Operators who do not adhere to the outlined requirements may face enforcement actions under the Civil Aviation Act 1988. The penalties for non-compliance can include substantial fines, enforcement notices, and potential criminal charges. The severity of the penalties can depend on the nature and extent of the non-compliance, with maximum penalties specified under the relevant sections of the Act. It is imperative for operators to ensure full compliance to avoid these repercussions and maintain the safety standards mandated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.