COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 180, 182 and Wren 460 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 180/81 Fuel Strainer 7/2000
Applicability: Models 180H, 180J, 180K, 182H, 182J, 182K, 182L, 182M, 182N, 182P, 182Q, 182R/T182, 182R, R182, R182/TR182, A182J, A182K, A182L, A182N, F182P,
F182Q and FR182, 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, enacted by the Commonwealth of Australia, aim to ensure the safety and efficiency of civil aviation in Australia. The Regulations were introduced to establish a comprehensive legal framework governing all aspects of civil aviation, including airworthiness standards, pilot licensing, and aircraft operations. As part of this regulatory scheme, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) issues Airworthiness Directives (ADs) to address specific safety concerns. One such AD, issued on 2 June 2000, pertains to Cessna 180, 182, and Wren 460 series aeroplanes. This directive addresses the risk of incorrectly installed fuel strainers that could lead to foreign material entering the engine fuel system, potentially causing loss of engine power or complete engine stoppage during flight. The AD requires the inspection and, if necessary, the replacement of affected fuel strainer assemblies, ensuring compliance with the safety standards set forth by CASA.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under PART 39 - 105, mandate the issuance of Airworthiness Directives by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) to ensure the safe operation of aircraft. This particular Airworthiness Directive (AD) pertains to specific models of Cessna 180, 182, and Wren 460 series aeroplanes, which must comply with the outlined requirements to address potential safety issues related to the fuel strainer assembly. The directive applies to aircraft fitted with specific fuel strainer assemblies shipped between December 12, 1996 and September 5, 1997, which may have been manufactured with incorrectly installed fuel standpipes, posing risks of foreign material entering the engine fuel system. Compliance with this directive involves inspecting the fuel strainer assembly and, if necessary, replacing the filter strainer top assembly to ensure the standpipe tube adheres to specified measurements. The AD specifies that the compliance must be achieved within 12 months from the effective date of the directive and before any further flight. This directive is applicable across the Commonwealth of Australia and is enforced by CASA.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39, specifically Section 105, contain an Airworthiness Directive (AD) pertaining to certain Cessna 180, 182, and Wren 460 Series Aeroplanes. This AD (AD/CESSNA 180/81) applies to a range of Cessna models (180H, 180J, 180K, 182H, 182J, 182K, 182L, 182M, 182N, 182P, 182Q, 182R/T182, 182R, R182, R182/TR182, A182J, A182K, A182L, A182N, F182P, F182Q, and FR182) fitted with specific fuel strainer assemblies shipped from December 12, 1996, to September 5, 1997. The AD was issued to address a potential unsafe condition that could lead to engine power loss or engine stoppage in flight.
Under this AD, the primary requirement is for an inspection of the aircraft fuel strainer assembly. If the aircraft has a P/N 0756005-2 top assembly, P/N 0756005-8 or 0756005-9 fuel strainer assembly shipped within the specified timeframe, the standby pipe in the fuel strainer assembly must be measured for a visible maximum length of 1.68 inches. This inspection must adhere to the instructions provided in Cessna Single Engine Service Bulletin SEB97-9 dated November 17, 1997. If the measurements exceed the specified length, the filter strainer top assembly must be replaced. Pilots, other than student pilots, are permitted to review the aircraft records to ascertain whether the specified parts have been fitted. If these parts are not present, a certification stating that "This Directive does not apply as no parts listed in the Cessna SEB97-9 have been fitted to this aircraft" can be entered in the aircraft records.
Compliance with this AD is mandatory. If the required action has not been previously accomplished, it must be completed within 12 calendar months from the effective date of the AD, which is 13 July 2000. Moreover, any aircraft that has not undergone the necessary inspection and potential replacement must not be flown until the required actions have been taken. Failure to comply with this AD can result in severe consequences, including the potential for engine power loss or complete engine stoppage during flight, which poses significant risks to flight safety.
In terms of penalties and consequences, the AD does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance. However, under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, non-compliance with ADs can lead to serious civil or criminal penalties. For civil aviation offences, penalties can include fines and imprisonment. The specific penalties would depend on the nature and severity of the non-compliance, as well as any resultant harm or risk to aviation safety.