COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 210 Series Aeroplanes
AD/CESSNA 210/40 Fuel Tank Filler Neck - Inspection
and Replacement
9/79
Applicability: Model 210 with S/Nos. 21062955 to 63163. Model P210 with S/Nos. P21000151 to 00200.
Document: Cessna SIL No. SE79-33.
Compliance: Within 100 hours time in service after 30 September 1979.
Background: Certain 1979 model 210 and P210 aircraft fuel tanks may have been fitted with incorrect filler neck assemblies during manufacture. As the filler necks from fuel level indicators it is essential for flight planning purposes that a neck of correct length is fitted.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Commonwealth of Australia, aim to address the safety and operational standards within the aviation industry. Part 39 of the regulations, specifically the 105 Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, details mandatory safety measures and compliance requirements for various aircraft types. One such directive, AD/CESSNA 210/40, was introduced to address the problem of incorrect fuel tank filler neck assemblies in certain 1979 model Cessna 210 and P210 aeroplanes. The directive, issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, mandates the inspection and replacement of these filler necks within 100 hours of the aircraft's time in service after 30 September 1979, ensuring that the correct length filler necks are fitted for accurate fuel level indication and safe flight operations. The policy objective is to mitigate potential safety risks associated with incorrect fuel tank fittings.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, applies to the maintenance and operation of aircraft within Australia, encompassing entities and individuals involved in the operation and maintenance of the specified Cessna 210 series aeroplanes. The regulations mandate compliance with Airworthiness Directives (AD) issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), ensuring that all aircraft meet safety standards. AD/CESSNA 210/40 pertains to the inspection and replacement of fuel tank filler necks on Model 210 with serial numbers ranging from 21062955 to 63163, and Model P210 with serial numbers from P21000151 to 00200. This directive aims to address potential manufacturing errors that could affect the aircraft's fuel system integrity and overall safety. Compliance with this directive is mandatory, requiring inspections and necessary replacements to be completed within 100 hours of time in service after 30 September 1979. The regulations extend to all operators within the Commonwealth, ensuring a uniform approach to aircraft maintenance and safety across Australia. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions within this directive, and the application is directly linked to the specified aircraft models and serial numbers. Subordinate instruments may provide further detail on compliance procedures and operational protocols.
Key Provisions
The primary operative sections of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically AD/CESSNA 210/40, pertain to the inspection and replacement of fuel tank filler necks for certain Cessna 210 Series aeroplanes. This Airworthiness Directive (AD) is applicable to Model 210 with serial numbers (S/Nos.) ranging from 21062955 to 63163, and Model P210 with S/Nos. P21000151 to 00200. The directive mandates that these aircraft must comply with the requirements within 100 hours of time in service after 30 September 1979. The directive is documented as Cessna SIL No. SE79-33 and requires the replacement of any incorrectly fitted filler necks to ensure the correct length is installed for accurate fuel level indication.
The obligations imposed by this Act include a requirement for aircraft operators to inspect the fuel tank filler necks of the specified models to ensure they are of the correct length. This inspection must be conducted by an authorised person, such as a certified aircraft maintenance engineer. If a filler neck is found to be incorrect, it must be replaced with the appropriate part as specified in the Cessna SIL No. SE79-33 documentation. The directive necessitates that all necessary inspections and replacements are completed within the stipulated timeframe to maintain airworthiness and compliance with civil aviation safety standards.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this AD can result in serious consequences. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has the authority to enforce penalties for non-compliance. Specifically, any person who fails to comply with the requirements of this AD may be subject to civil or criminal penalties. Civil penalties may include fines, while criminal penalties can include imprisonment, reflecting the serious nature of ensuring the airworthiness of aircraft. The exact penalties depend on the severity of the non-compliance and are determined by CASA in accordance with the Civil Aviation Act 1988.