COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 207 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 207/33 Fuel Strainer 7/2000
Applicability: Models 207/T207and 207A/T207A 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 (CAR 1998) were enacted to ensure the safety and efficiency of civil aviation in Australia. In response to identified safety concerns, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) issued Airworthiness Directives (ADs) to address specific issues with aircraft or aeronautical products. AD/CESSNA 207/33, issued on 7 July 2000, pertains to the inspection and replacement of the fuel strainer assembly in Cessna 207 Series Aeroplanes, specifically models 207/T207 and 207A/T207A, shipped between December 12, 1996, and September 5, 1997. The directive aims to correct an unsafe condition where incorrectly installed fuel standpipes could allow foreign material to enter the engine fuel system, potentially leading to engine power loss or stoppage. CASA mandates that affected aircraft undergo inspection and replacement of the fuel strainer top assembly if necessary, with compliance required within 12 months from the effective date of the AD or prior to further flight.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically under PART 39 - 105, mandates Airworthiness Directives (AD) to ensure the safety of aircraft operations. This particular AD, AD/CESSNA 207/33, applies to Cessna 207 Series Aeroplanes, including models 207/T207 and 207A/T207A, that have been fitted with specific fuel strainer assemblies shipped between December 12, 1996, and September 5, 1997. The directive is issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and requires inspections and, if necessary, replacements of the fuel strainer assemblies to prevent potential engine power loss or stoppage due to foreign material entering the fuel system. Compliance with this directive must occur within 12 calendar months from its effective date of July 13, 2000, and must be completed before further flight. The directive is applicable nationally across Australia, as it is part of the Commonwealth's civil aviation regulations. Any pilot holding a valid licence for the aircraft type, excluding student pilots, is responsible for reviewing the aircraft records to ascertain whether the specified parts have been fitted, and if not, a certification may be recorded in the aircraft documentation.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under subregulation 39.1 (1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) pertains to the Cessna 207 series aeroplanes, specifically addressing the inspection and replacement of fuel strainer assemblies on models 207/T207 and 207A/T207A. This AD applies to aircraft fitted with certain parts shipped from Cessna between December 12, 1996, and September 5, 1997. The directive mandates that the aircraft fuel strainer assembly must be inspected to measure the standby pipe within the specified assembly, and if it exceeds the maximum length of 1.68 inches, the filter strainer top assembly must be replaced (section 1). This inspection must be conducted according to the instructions outlined in Cessna Single Engine Service Bulletin SEB97-9 dated November 17, 1997. If the aircraft records indicate that the specified parts have not been fitted, a certification stating that this directive does not apply can be documented in the aircraft records.
The obligations under this AD require the holder of a valid pilot licence for the aircraft type to review the aircraft records to determine if the parts specified in the AD have been fitted. If they have, the inspection and, if necessary, the replacement of the fuel strainer assembly must be carried out within 12 calendar months from the effective date of this AD. Additionally, this action must be completed before further flight (section 2). The AD becomes effective on 13 July 2000, and compliance must be achieved within the stipulated timeframe to ensure the continued airworthiness of the aircraft.
Failure to comply with the AD may result in serious safety implications, including potential loss of engine power or complete engine stoppage in flight. The AD is issued under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and is intended to mitigate these risks by mandating specific maintenance actions. Non-compliance with the AD could potentially lead to civil or criminal consequences, including fines and penalties, as prescribed by the relevant aviation regulations and laws. The specific maximum penalties for non-compliance are not detailed in the AD itself but are generally governed by the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and other related legislation, which may include substantial fines and potential criminal charges for serious breaches.