COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Casa 212 Series Aeroplanes
AD/CASA/21 Corrosion Prevention and Control Programme (CPCP)
9/96
Applicability: All models.
Requirement: Action in accordance with Document CPCP C-212-PV01 dated 31 March 1995 issued by "Construccions Aeronauticas".
Note: Spanish DGAC AD 01/96 refers.
Compliance: For aircraft less than 15 years since build at 15 August 1996:
Initial completion of tasks defined in the Requirement Document for each aircraft area must occur in a period not exceeding the interval established in the Requirement Document, beginning at no later than 15 August 1997; or at the implementation age specified in the Requirement Document; whichever occurs last. Thereafter at intervals not to exceed those specified in the Requirement Document.
For aircraft greater than 15 years since build at 15 August 1996:
Initial completion of all tasks defined in the Requirement Document must be completed within the four years following 15 August 1997, or within the periods specified in the Requirement document; whichever occurs first. Thereafter at intervals not to exceed those specified in the Requirement Document.
Background: This Directive arises from the work carried out by the internationally sponsored Ageing Aircraft Working Group now known as the Airworthiness Assurance Task Force.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Australian Parliament, form a comprehensive legal framework governing the safety and airworthiness of civil aircraft in Australia. Among these regulations, Part 39 - 105 pertains specifically to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, addressing various aircraft types and ensuring their continued safe operation. One such directive, AD/CASA/21, focuses on the Corrosion Prevention and Control Programme (CPCP) for the Casa 212 Series Aeroplanes. This legislation was introduced to address the critical issue of corrosion in ageing aircraft, aiming to maintain structural integrity and safety over time. The directive mandates compliance with the corrosion prevention tasks outlined in the CPCP C-212-PV01 document issued by "Construcciones Aeronauticas" on 31 March 1995. The policy objective is to ensure that all Casa 212 series aeroplanes adhere to a stringent corrosion control regime, thus safeguarding the safety of passengers and crew and maintaining the airworthiness of these aircraft.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, addresses the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives concerning the CASA 212 Series Aeroplanes. This directive, AD/CASA/21 Corrosion Prevention and Control Programme (CPCP) 9/96, applies universally to all models of the CASA 212 series aeroplanes. It mandates adherence to the corrosion prevention and control programme outlined in the document CPCP C-212-PV01 dated 31 March 1995, issued by "Construccions Aeronauticas". The directive references the Spanish DGAC AD 01/96 for further context and compliance. The geographic and jurisdictional reach of this regulation is Commonwealth-wide, affecting all CASA 212 aeroplanes within Australia. Compliance requirements vary based on the age of the aircraft at 15 August 1996, with specific timelines and intervals set forth for aircraft built within and beyond the 15-year threshold from the specified date. This directive can be further extended or modified through subordinate instruments as deemed necessary by CASA.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, mandate the implementation of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives. This includes AD/CASA/21 concerning the Casa 212 Series Aeroplanes, which establishes a Corrosion Prevention and Control Programme (CPCP). This directive applies to all models of Casa 212 aeroplanes (Section 39 - 105). The directive requires compliance with the Document CPCP C-212-PV01 dated 31 March 1995, issued by "Construcciones Aeronauticas". Spanish DGAC AD 01/96 is noted for reference.
The operative sections specify compliance requirements based on the aircraft's age since build. For aircraft less than 15 years old as of 15 August 1996, the initial tasks defined in the CPCP must be completed within a period not exceeding the interval specified in the document CPCP C-212-PV01, starting no later than 15 August 1997 or at the implementation age specified in the document, whichever is later. Subsequent tasks must be completed at intervals not exceeding those specified in the document (Section 39 - 105). For aircraft older than 15 years as of 15 August 1996, all tasks must be completed within four years following 15 August 1997, or within the periods specified in the document CPCP C-212-PV01, whichever is earlier. Future tasks must also adhere to the intervals specified in the document.
Operators and owners of Casa 212 Series Aeroplanes are obligated to ensure that the specified corrosion prevention and control tasks are performed in accordance with the requirements of the CPCP C-212-PV01 document. This involves regular inspections and maintenance as outlined in the document to prevent and control corrosion, which is crucial for maintaining airworthiness. The obligations extend to documenting the completion of each task and maintaining records as proof of compliance.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this Airworthiness Directive can result in serious safety implications and potential legal consequences. The regulations do not specify particular offences or penalties within the text but imply that non-compliance could lead to enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, which might include grounding the aircraft until compliance is demonstrated. Additionally, severe non-compliance could lead to more stringent regulatory scrutiny, fines, or other penalties as determined by the relevant aviation authorities.