COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 207 Series Aeroplanes
AD/CESSNA 207/23 Turbocharger 6/80
Applicability: Model 207 S/Nos. 20700001 thru 20700603. 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 the pressure and scavenge pump.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 were enacted to establish the framework for the regulation of civil aviation in Australia, ensuring safety and efficiency within the sector. This legislation, administered by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, addresses gaps in the regulatory oversight of civil aviation activities. Specifically, it was introduced to ensure that airworthiness standards are maintained across all civil aviation operations. The policy objective is to safeguard the public and enhance the overall safety of civil aviation. One aspect of this is addressed through specific Airworthiness Directives, such as AD/CESSNA 207/23, which mandates corrective actions for identified safety issues in particular aircraft models, in this case, the Cessna 207 Series Aeroplanes, to mitigate risks associated with turbocharger failures.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, applies to the Cessna 207 series aeroplanes with serial numbers 20700001 to 20700603. This legislation mandates adherence to the Safety Improvement Letter (SIL) issued by Cessna, numbered SE 80-24, which is referenced in the Federal Aviation Administration's AD 80-07-01, Amendment 39-3719. The primary requirement is to ensure that the action specified in the SIL is implemented within 100 hours of the aircraft’s time in service after 30 June 1980. The purpose of this directive is to prevent the failure of the turbocharger anti-rotation pin, which could otherwise lead to ingestion into the scavenge pump and subsequent failure of the pressure and scavenge pump. This legislation extends its application across the Commonwealth of Australia and is enforced nationally by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. The directive applies directly to the specified models and serial numbers of aircraft, and no exclusions or exemptions are noted within the text. The compliance timeframe is strictly defined, and failure to adhere to the directive may result in safety and regulatory repercussions.
Key Provisions
The key operative sections of the AD/CESSNA 207/23 mandate specific actions for the maintenance and safety of the turbocharger system in the Cessna 207 Series Aeroplanes. According to section (1), the directive applies to Model 207 S/Nos. 20700001 thru 20700603. Section (2) requires compliance with the Cessna Service Instruction Letter (SIL) No SE 80-24, which references the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) AD 80-07-01, Amendment 39-3719. The directive specifies that the action must be taken within 100 hours of time in service after 30 June 1980. This requirement is aimed at preventing a failure of the turbocharger anti-rotation pin, which could be ingested into the scavenge pump, subsequently causing a failure of the pressure and scavenge pump.
The obligations and requirements imposed by the AD/CESSNA 207/23 on the relevant parties include ensuring that the maintenance actions are performed as per the specified Cessna SIL No SE 80-24. Owners and operators of the affected aircraft must ensure that the prescribed action is carried out within the stipulated timeframe to maintain airworthiness. The directive necessitates that the maintenance personnel are adequately trained and authorised to perform the required work. It is also essential that records of the maintenance actions are properly documented and retained for compliance verification and future reference.
Failure to comply with the AD/CESSNA 207/23 can lead to significant civil and criminal consequences. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) may take enforcement actions against non-compliance, which could include fines, suspension or revocation of airworthiness certificates, or other regulatory measures. The maximum penalties for non-compliance are not explicitly stated in the directive but can be severe under the broader Civil Aviation Regulations 1998. Additionally, failure to adhere to these directives can result in safety hazards, potentially leading to aircraft accidents, which could incur criminal charges against responsible individuals or entities.