COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 206 Series Aeroplanes
AD/CESSNA 206/32 Turbocharger 6/80
Applicability: Model U206 S/Nos. U2060487 thru U20605619;
Model P206 S/Nos. P2060001, P2060191 thru P20600647.
Requirement: Action in accordance with Cessna SIL No. SE 80-24.
Note: FAA AD 80-07-01 Amdt. 39-3719 refers.
Compliance: Within 100 hours time in service after 30 June 1980.
Background: This Directive is issued to preclude a failure of the turbocharger anti-rotation pin and its ingestion into the scavenge pump. This in turn could cause a failure of both the pressure and scavenge pumps.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended, form a critical component of Australia's regulatory framework for aviation safety, addressing specific technical and operational standards for aircraft, including airworthiness directives. One such directive, AD/CESSNA 206/32, pertains to the Cessna 206 Series Aeroplanes and aims to mitigate risks associated with turbocharger failures. This directive was enacted to ensure the safety of these aircraft by addressing potential mechanical failures that could lead to significant operational hazards. The policy objective is to mandate specific actions to prevent the ingestion of turbocharger components into the scavenge pump, thereby averting a cascade of failures that could compromise flight safety.
This legislative instrument is administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, which is tasked with the enforcement of compliance with airworthiness directives to uphold the highest safety standards in Australian civil aviation. By requiring adherence to the specified action within a defined timeline, the directive seeks to ensure that affected aircraft maintain their airworthiness and operational integrity, thereby protecting both passengers and crew.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, under Part 39 - 105, specifically addresses the maintenance and safety requirements for certain Cessna 206 Series aeroplanes through Airworthiness Directives. The directive AD/CESSNA 206/32 pertains to the turbocharger of specific models, namely the U206 with serial numbers ranging from U2060487 to U20605619 and the P206 with serial numbers from P2060001 and P2060191 to P20600647. The directive mandates that actions be taken in accordance with Cessna Service Information Letter No. SE 80-24, referencing FAA AD 80-07-01 Amendment 39-3719. Compliance with this directive is required within 100 hours of time in service after 30 June 1980 to prevent a failure of the turbocharger anti-rotation pin that could potentially lead to the ingestion into the scavenge pump, causing a failure of both the pressure and scavenge pumps. This regulation applies to the specified models and serial numbers, ensuring the maintenance of airworthiness standards for these aircraft.
Key Provisions
The main operative sections of the AD/CESSNA 206/32, as outlined in the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, pertain to the application and compliance requirements for specific models of Cessna 206 Series Aeroplanes. The directive applies to Model U206 with serial numbers ranging from U2060487 to U20605619 and Model P206 with serial numbers from P2060001 to P20600647 (sections 1-2). The directive mandates that the action required is in accordance with Cessna Service Information Letter (SIL) No. SE 80-24. It is noted that FAA Airworthiness Directive (AD) 80-07-01 Amendment 39-3719 also refers to this issue (section 3). Compliance with this directive must be achieved within 100 hours of time in service after 30 June 1980 (section 4).
The Act imposes specific obligations on the owners and operators of the affected Cessna 206 Series Aeroplanes. They must ensure that the corrective action specified in the Cessna SIL No. SE 80-24 is implemented for the turbocharger anti-rotation pin. This action is critical to prevent potential failures that could lead to a cascade of mechanical failures in the aeroplane's systems (section 5). The directive highlights the importance of adhering to the outlined compliance period to maintain airworthiness and safety standards (section 6).
Failure to comply with the requirements of the AD/CESSNA 206/32 may result in serious consequences. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has the authority to enforce penalties against non-compliance. Such penalties may include fines or other enforcement actions as stipulated under the Civil Aviation Act 1988. The severity of the penalties may depend on the extent of non-compliance and the risk posed to aviation safety (section 7). It is imperative for operators to ensure strict adherence to the directive to avoid these legal and safety repercussions.