COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 150, F150, 152 & F152 Series Aeroplanes
AD/CESSNA 150/29
Amdt 1
Fuel Vent Tube 1/79
Applicability: Models 150 and A150 with S/Nos. 15078506 to 15079405 and A1500685 to A1500734. Models 152 and A152 with S/Nos. 15279406 to 15281252 and A1520735 to A1520780.
Requirement: Action in accordance with Cessna SL No. SE 78-40, Supplement No. 2. Compliance: Within 100 hours time in service after 31 January 1979.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) under the authority of the Civil Aviation Act 1988, are designed to ensure the safety of civil aviation within Australia. One specific legislative instrument, F2006B04926, addresses the safety requirements for particular models of Cessna aircraft. This regulation was introduced to address safety concerns associated with the fuel vent tube in certain Cessna 150, F150, 152 and F152 series aeroplanes, ensuring these aircraft meet specific safety standards to mitigate any risks associated with fuel system malfunctions. The policy objective is to maintain the highest possible safety standards in the aviation industry, thereby protecting passengers, crew, and the general public.
The regulation, specifically AD/CESSNA 150/29 Amendment 1, mandates compliance with Cessna Service Letter SE 78-40, Supplement No. 2, concerning the fuel vent tube. The directive applies to specific serial numbers of Cessna 150, A150, 152, and A152 models, requiring corrective action within 100 hours of time in service after 31 January 1979. This requirement is integral to preventing potential fuel-related hazards, ensuring that affected aircraft are maintained to the necessary safety standards to avoid any risk of fuel system failure.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, under the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, applies to the Cessna 150, F150, 152, and F152 series aeroplanes, with the directive AD/CESSNA 150/29 Amendment 1 focusing on the fuel vent tube. The directive applies to specific serial number ranges for each model: Models 150 and A150 with serial numbers 15078506 to 15079405 and A1500685 to A1500734, and Models 152 and A152 with serial numbers 15279406 to 15281252 and A1520735 to A1520780. This regulation mandates compliance with Cessna Service Letter No. SE 78-40, Supplement No. 2, which must be implemented within 100 hours of time in service after 31 January 1979. The scope of this legislation is clearly defined, targeting specific aircraft models and serial numbers within the Australian jurisdiction, ensuring adherence to the specified maintenance requirements to maintain airworthiness. The Act itself extends its application through subordinate instruments, ensuring detailed compliance and enforcement mechanisms are in place.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of this legislative instrument pertain to the applicability and requirement for compliance concerning specific models of Cessna 150, F150, 152 and F152 series aeroplanes. Section 1 of AD/CESSNA 150/29Amdt 1 specifies the models affected by this airworthiness directive: Models 150 and A150 with serial numbers (S/Nos) ranging from 15078506 to 15079405 and A1500685 to A1500734, as well as Models 152 and A152 with S/Nos from 15279406 to 15281252 and A1520735 to A1520780. The requirement outlined in Section 2 mandates that these aircraft must be serviced in accordance with Cessna Service Letter (SL) No. SE 78-40, Supplement No. 2. This action must be completed within 100 hours of time in service after 31 January 1979, as stated in Section 3.
The obligations imposed on the parties or entities governed by this Act are primarily focused on compliance with the specified service letter to maintain airworthiness. Owners or operators of the affected aircraft models must ensure that the required actions are taken within the stipulated timeframe. This involves adhering to the instructions detailed in Cessna SL No. SE 78-40, Supplement No. 2, which may include modifications or inspections of the fuel vent tube. The directive aims to address potential safety issues identified in the specified aircraft models, thereby ensuring that these planes meet the necessary safety standards set by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
Breaches of the requirements set out in this airworthiness directive could lead to civil or criminal consequences. While the specific offences and penalties are not detailed in this legislative instrument, non-compliance with CASA regulations generally can result in enforcement actions. These may include fines, suspension or revocation of airworthiness certificates, or other administrative penalties. In severe cases, persistent non-compliance could lead to prosecution under relevant civil aviation laws, with potential criminal penalties for individuals or entities found guilty of serious breaches.