COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 210 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 210/68 Fuel Strainer 7/2000
Applicability: Models 210E, 210F, 210G, 210H, 210J, 210K/T210K, 210L/T210L, 210M/T210M,
210N/T210N, T210F, T210G, T210H, T210J and P210N, 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), under the oversight of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), were enacted to ensure the safety and efficiency of civil aviation in Australia. One of the ways in which this is achieved is through the issuance of Airworthiness Directives (ADs), which are regulatory instruments designed to address specific safety issues that may arise with certain aircraft models or components. The AD concerning the Cessna 210 Series Aeroplanes, issued on 7 July 2000, is one such measure. It was introduced to address a potential unsafe condition with the fuel strainer assemblies of certain Cessna 210 models, specifically those shipped between December 12, 1996 and September 5, 1997. The policy objective of this AD is to ensure that the specified fuel strainer assemblies are inspected and, if necessary, replaced to prevent the risk of foreign material entering the engine fuel system, which could lead to engine failure during flight. The directive mandates that the inspection and replacement be completed within 12 calendar months from the effective date of the AD and before further flight of the affected aircraft.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically under Part 39, Section 105, encompass the Airworthiness Directives issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). This legislation applies to all aircraft owners and operators of Cessna 210 series aeroplanes, including models 210E, 210F, 210G, 210H, 210J, 210K/T210K, 210L/T210L, 210M/T210M, 210N/T210N, T210F, T210G, T210H, T210J and P210N. The directive mandates specific safety actions regarding the fuel strainer assembly, specifically those shipped from Cessna between December 12, 1996 and September 5, 1997. The directive requires an inspection and, if necessary, replacement of the fuel strainer assembly if it does not meet specified measurements. This requirement must be fulfilled within 12 calendar months from the effective date of the directive and prior to further flight. The directive applies nationally across Australia, as CASA is a federal authority. There are no stated exclusions or exemptions within the directive itself, though the necessity of the action is contingent on whether the specific parts were fitted to the aircraft. Subordinate instruments may extend or clarify the directive's requirements, but none are specified in the text.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) issued under subregulation 39.1 (1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) pertains specifically to the Cessna 210 series aeroplanes. The directive, identified as AD/CESSNA 210/68, mandates certain actions to address a potential safety issue with the fuel strainer assemblies. The applicability of this AD covers Models 210E, 210F, 210G, 210H, 210J, 210K/T210K, 210L/T210L, 210M/T210M, 210N/T210N, T210F, T210G, T210H, T210J, and P210N series aircraft that were shipped with specific fuel strainer assemblies between December 12, 1996 and September 5, 1997.
The requirement section of the AD outlines the specific actions to be taken. Firstly, an inspection of the aircraft fuel strainer assembly is necessary. If the aircraft was shipped with a P/N 0756005-2 top assembly, P/N 0756005-8, or P/N 0756005-9 fuel strainer assembly within the specified date range, the standby pipe in the fuel strainer assembly must be measured to ensure it does not exceed a visible maximum length of 1.68 inches. This inspection should be conducted in accordance with the Accomplishment Instructions of Cessna Single Engine Service Bulletin SEB97-9 dated November 17, 1997. If the parts listed in this AD have not been fitted to the aircraft, a certification stating that the AD does not apply may be entered in the aircraft records. Secondly, if the standpipe tube exceeds the specified measurement, the filter strainer top assembly must be replaced.
The obligations imposed by this AD include the requirement for the holder of a pilot licence, other than a student pilot, to review the aircraft records to determine if the parts listed in the AD have been fitted to the aircraft. If the parts were not fitted, a certification stating the AD does not apply may be entered in the aircraft records. Additionally, any inspection and necessary replacement of the fuel strainer assembly must be carried out in accordance with the AD’s requirements.
Failure to comply with the AD may result in serious safety risks, as the incorrect installation of the fuel strainer assemblies could allow foreign material to enter the engine fuel system, potentially causing loss of engine power or complete engine stoppage in flight. While the AD itself does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance, failure to adhere to ADs can lead to serious consequences under the CAR 1998, potentially including fines, imprisonment, or other enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).