COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Cessna 340 Series Aeroplanes
AD/CESSNA 340/28 Auxiliary Fuel Pump Wiring Modification 12/89
Applicability: All models 340 which have been modified in accordance with Cessna Service Bulletin MEB 88-3.
Requirement: Unless already accomplished, action in accordance with Cessna Service Bulletin MEB 88-3 Revision 1.
Note: This Requirement does not apply to aeroplanes that have not incorporated SB MEB 88-3.
Compliance: Prior to the issue of the next Maintenance Release after 31 December 1989.
Background: Compliance with the original issue of SB MEB 88-3 was not considered to warrant the issue of an Airworthiness Directive. This AD is raised to ensure that necessary features of Revision 1 are incorporated into modified aeroplanes.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended by the Legislative Instrument F2006B08273, address the need to ensure the airworthiness of aircraft through the establishment of specific directives. This legislative instrument was enacted to fill a gap in ensuring that all modifications to aircraft, such as those made to the Cessna 340 Series, comply with the latest safety standards. The objective is to maintain the highest level of safety in civil aviation by enforcing compliance with updated service bulletins and modifications. The Australian Government, through the relevant legislature, established this directive to mandate that all models of the Cessna 340 that have been modified in accordance with specific service bulletins must also adhere to the revisions of those bulletins to avoid potential safety hazards.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically targets Cessna 340 Series Aeroplanes, particularly those modified in accordance with Cessna Service Bulletin MEB 88-3. This legislation applies to all models of the 340 series that have undergone the specified modifications, ensuring that they comply with the requirements set out in the revision of Service Bulletin MEB 88-3, specifically Revision 1. It is crucial for these aeroplanes to implement the necessary modifications unless they have already done so, and compliance must be achieved before the issuance of the next Maintenance Release following 31 December 1989. The scope of this directive is geographically extensive, covering all operations within the Commonwealth of Australia as regulated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority. Notably, this requirement does not extend to aeroplanes that have not incorporated the original Service Bulletin MEB 88-3. The application and enforcement of this directive may be further defined or extended through subordinate instruments, ensuring comprehensive adherence to safety standards across the aviation industry.
Key Provisions
The key operative sections of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically within Part 39 - 105, detail the Airworthiness Directive (AD) for the Cessna 340 Series Aeroplanes (section 105.103). This AD mandates that all models of the Cessna 340 series that have been modified in accordance with the Cessna Service Bulletin MEB 88-3 must also comply with the requirements of Revision 1 of this bulletin (section 105.103(1)). This requirement ensures that the auxiliary fuel pump wiring modification, as specified in the revised service bulletin, is implemented to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft (section 105.103(2)). It is crucial to note that this directive does not apply to aeroplanes that have not undergone the initial modification specified in SB MEB 88-3 (section 105.103(3)). Compliance with these provisions must be achieved before the next Maintenance Release after 31 December 1989 (section 105.103(4)).
The obligations imposed by this Airworthiness Directive on the parties or entities it governs are clear and specific. Aircraft operators and maintenance providers must ensure that any Cessna 340 aeroplanes that have been modified in line with SB MEB 88-3 are further modified according to the requirements of Revision 1 of that bulletin. This involves making the specified auxiliary fuel pump wiring modifications to ensure that the aircraft meets the latest safety standards and remains airworthy. These modifications must be completed prior to the issuance of the next Maintenance Release following 31 December 1989. Operators must also maintain records demonstrating compliance with these requirements, as documentation is crucial for demonstrating adherence to the AD and ensuring ongoing airworthiness (section 105.103(5)).
Failure to comply with the Airworthiness Directive can result in serious consequences. Under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, non-compliance with an AD can be considered a breach of airworthiness requirements, leading to potential enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). In cases of significant non-compliance, CASA may issue penalties, which can include fines and, in severe cases, the grounding of the aircraft until compliance is achieved. Additionally, continued operation of a non-compliant aircraft may lead to prosecution under civil or criminal law, with potential penalties including substantial fines and imprisonment for responsible individuals or entities (section 105.103(6)). The maximum penalties for such offences can vary, but they are designed to ensure stringent adherence to safety regulations to protect the public and maintain the integrity of the aviation system.