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
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE
For the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below issues the following Airworthiness Directive (AD) under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CAR 1998. The AD requires that the action set out in the requirement section (being action that the delegate considers necessary to correct the unsafe condition) be taken in relation to the aircraft or aeronautical product mentioned in the applicability section: (a) in the circumstances mentioned in the requirement section; and (b) in accordance with the instructions set out in the requirement section; and (c) at the time mentioned in the compliance section.
AD/CESSNA 150/46 Fuel Strainer 7/2000
Applicability: Models 150F, 150G, 150H, 150J, 150K, 150L, 150M, A150K, A150L, A150M, A- 150L, A-A150L, F150F, F150G, F150H, F150J, F150K, F150L, F150M, FA150K, FA150L, FA150M, FRA150L, FRA150M, 152, A152, F152 and FA152 series
aircraft.
Requirement: 1. Inspect aircraft fuel strainer assembly. If P/N 0756005-2 top assembly, P/N 0756005-8 or 0756005-9 fuel strainer assembly were shipped from Cessna between December 12, 1996 and September 5, 1997, and fitted to the aircraft, measure the standby pipe in the fuel strainer assembly for a visible maximum length not exceeding 1.68 inches, in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Cessna Single Engine Service Bulletin SEB97-9 dated November 17,1997.
The holder of a pilot licence, other than a student pilot, valid for the aircraft type, may review the aircraft records to determine if parts listed in this Directive have been fitted to the aircraft. If this review concludes that parts listed in this Directive have not been fitted then a certification stating that “This Directive does not apply as no parts listed in the Cessna SEB97-9 have been fitted to this aircraft.” may be entered in the aircraft records.
2. Replace the filter strainer top assembly if the standpipe tube exceeds the specified measurement.
Note: FAA AD 2000-06-01 Amendment 39-11641 refers.
Compliance: 1. Unless previously accomplished, within 12 calendar months time in service from the effective date of this Directive.
2. Prior to further flight.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 13 July 2000.
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Background: This Directive applies to aircraft that have been fitted with Cessna P/N 0756005-2 top assembly, Cessna P/N 0756005-8 fuel strainer assembly or Cessna P/N 0756005-9 fuel strainer assembly shipped from Cessna between December 12, 1996 and September 5, 1997. Reports indicate that fuel strainer assemblies may have been manufactured with the fuel standpipes incorrectly installed in the assembly housing top which could allow foreign material to enter the engine fuel system resulting in loss of engine power or complete engine stoppage in flight.
Eugene Paul Holzapfel
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 2 June 2000
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 14 June 2000.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), were enacted to regulate the safety and airworthiness of aircraft operating in Australia. This legislation is integral to ensuring that aircraft meet the necessary safety standards to protect passengers, crew, and the general public. The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 encompass various parts and directives, including the Airworthiness Directives that address specific safety concerns. One such directive, AD/CESSNA 150/46, was issued in 2000 to address a safety issue identified with certain Cessna 150, F150, 152 & F152 series aeroplanes. The directive was enacted to correct an unsafe condition where fuel strainer assemblies shipped between December 1996 and September 1997 might have been incorrectly assembled, potentially allowing foreign material to enter the engine fuel system and cause loss of engine power or complete engine stoppage. The policy objective of this directive is to ensure the safety of the aircraft by mandating inspections and necessary replacements of the fuel strainer assemblies.
Scope and Application
This legislative instrument, part of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, outlines a specific Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) concerning certain models of Cessna aircraft. The AD applies to specific series of Cessna 150, F150, 152, and F152 aeroplanes that were shipped between December 12, 1996, and September 5, 1997. The directive mandates inspections and necessary replacements of the fuel strainer assemblies to prevent potential unsafe conditions that could lead to engine failure during flight. The AD requires holders of a pilot licence, other than a student pilot, to inspect their aircraft's records to verify if the specified fuel strainer assemblies are installed, and if so, to either comply with the inspection and replacement requirements or certify that the directive does not apply to their aircraft. The directive must be complied with within 12 months from its effective date of July 13, 2000, and before any further flight operations are undertaken. The AD was published in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on June 14, 2000, and its implementation is overseen by CASA through its delegate, Eugene Paul Holzapfel.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) sets out specific requirements for certain Cessna 150, F150, 152 & F152 Series Aeroplanes. According to section 39.1 (1), the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) delegate has issued this AD to address a safety issue. The AD applies to aircraft models 150F, 150G, 150H, 150J, 150K, 150L, 150M, A150K, A150L, A150M, A-150L, A-A150L, F150F, F150G, F150H, F150J, F150K, F150L, F150M, FA150K, FA150L, FA150M, FRA150L, FRA150M, 152, A152, F152 and FA152 series, specifically those fitted with particular fuel strainer assemblies shipped from Cessna between December 12, 1996, and September 5, 1997.
The directive requires the inspection of the aircraft fuel strainer assembly, and if the fuel strainer assembly was shipped from Cessna during the specified period, the length of the standby pipe must be measured. If the length exceeds the specified measurement, the filter strainer top assembly must be replaced. The AD specifies that these actions must be taken within 12 calendar months from the effective date of the directive, and before further flight. The AD became effective on 13 July 2000.
The AD imposes several obligations on the parties it governs. Firstly, the holders of a pilot licence, other than a student pilot, who are valid for the aircraft type, must review the aircraft records to determine if parts listed in this directive have been fitted to the aircraft. If the review concludes that parts listed in this directive have not been fitted, then a certification stating that "This Directive does not apply as no parts listed in the Cessna SEB97-9 have been fitted to this aircraft." may be entered in the aircraft records. Secondly, the AD requires that if the fuel strainer assembly was shipped from Cessna during the specified period and the length of the standby pipe exceeds the specified measurement, the filter strainer top assembly must be replaced.
Breaching the AD may result in civil or criminal consequences. However, the specific offences, penalties, or consequences for breach are not stated in the text. It is important to note that failure to comply with the AD may result in the aircraft being deemed unairworthy, which could lead to grounding of the aircraft and potential legal action against the aircraft owner or operator. The AD is a legal requirement and must be complied with to ensure the safety of the aircraft and its occupants.