COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 188 (Agwagon) Series Aeroplanes
AD/CESSNA 188/41 Fuel System Water Drainage Placard 12/85 DM
Applicability: All models with S/Nos. as listed in Cessna SIL SE84-4.
Requirement: Install the following placard in clear view of the pilot on the instrument panel or surrounding structure:
“Refer Flight Manual for special fuel/water drain procedures”.
Compliance: 1. Before further flight after 31 December 1985.
2. Certification on the Maintenance Release may be made by a pilot endorsed on the aircraft type. Where a pilot has made the certification, a further certification at the next inspection for maintenance shall be made by any Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer.
Background: This Directive has been raised to bring to the attention of pilots an amendment to the approved Flight Manual requiring specific procedures to be followed after an aircraft has been exposed to rain, sleet, snow, or after fueling from drumstock or other unfiltered fuel source.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended by the legislative instrument F2006B05176, address the need for enhanced safety measures in civil aviation, particularly in relation to the maintenance and operational procedures of aircraft. This regulation was enacted by the Parliament of Australia to ensure that all civil aviation operations adhere to stringent safety standards, thereby mitigating risks associated with aircraft malfunctions and accidents. The specific focus of this legislative instrument is on the Cessna 188 (Agwagon) Series Aeroplanes, targeting an issue related to the potential contamination of the fuel system with water, which can lead to operational hazards. The policy objective of this regulation is to mandate clear and visible placards to remind pilots of the necessity to follow special fuel/water drain procedures as outlined in the aircraft's Flight Manual, thereby enhancing flight safety and preventing potential in-flight complications due to water contamination in the fuel system.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39 - 105, mandates the installation of a specific placard on all Cessna 188 (Agwagon) Series Aeroplanes with serial numbers as listed in Cessna SIL SE84-4. This directive applies to the aircraft’s fuel system water drainage, requiring the installation of a placard in a location clearly visible to the pilot on the instrument panel or surrounding structure. The placard must read: “Refer Flight Manual for special fuel/water drain procedures”. This requirement is crucial to ensure the safe operation of the aircraft after exposure to conditions such as rain, sleet, snow, or when refuelling from sources that may introduce water into the fuel system. Compliance with this directive must be achieved before further flight after 31 December 1985. Certification for compliance can be made by a pilot endorsed on the aircraft type; however, if such a pilot certifies compliance, a subsequent certification must be made by a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer at the next inspection for maintenance. This directive underscores the importance of adhering to specific fuel/water drain procedures to maintain airworthiness and safety standards as outlined in the approved Flight Manual.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of this legislation (Part 39 - 105, AD/CESSNA 188/41) require the installation of a specific placard on all Cessna 188 (Agwagon) series aeroplanes. According to section 39-105, the placard must be clearly visible to the pilot on the instrument panel or surrounding structure and must read, "Refer Flight Manual for special fuel/water drain procedures" (section 39-105). This requirement applies to all models with serial numbers listed in the Cessna SIL SE84-4 (section 39-105). Compliance with these directives must be achieved before any further flight after 31 December 1985 (section 39-105). Additionally, certification on the Maintenance Release can be made by a pilot endorsed on the aircraft type, but a subsequent certification at the next maintenance inspection must be made by a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (section 39-105).
The Act imposes several obligations and requirements on the parties or entities it governs. Firstly, it mandates the installation of a specified placard on the aircraft to ensure pilots are aware of the need to follow special fuel/water drain procedures after exposure to adverse weather conditions or using unfiltered fuel sources (section 39-105). The placard must be prominently displayed on the instrument panel or surrounding structure, ensuring it is easily visible during flight (section 39-105). Compliance with these directives must occur before any further flight after 31 December 1985 (section 39-105). Moreover, the Act requires that initial certification of compliance can be performed by an endorsed pilot, but a further certification by a Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer is necessary at the next maintenance inspection (section 39-105).
There are no explicit references to offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences for non-compliance within the provided text. However, the importance of adhering to the Airworthiness Directives and the specific requirements of this legislation is underscored by the potential safety implications of not following the mandated procedures. Non-compliance could potentially result in safety hazards, including the risk of water contamination in the fuel system, which could lead to engine failure or other critical issues during flight. It is implied that failure to adhere to these directives could lead to serious consequences, although specific penalties are not detailed in the text provided.