COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 106 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
General Electric Turbine Engines - CJ610 Series
AD/CJ610/4 Outer Combustion Casing 9/85
Applicability: All CJ610 series engines fitted with outer combustion casings P/No. 37R601112P115, 37R601112P119, 6006T64G01, 2920T29P01, 2920T29P02, 2920T29P03.
Document: General Electric Alert Service Bulletin (CJ610) A72-116 and Addendum 1; or AD/GE-T/29A.
Compliance: As detailed in the Requirement Document.
Background: This Directive is raised in issue in order to add Addendum 1 to the manufacturer's reference document. This addendum adds further affected outer combustion casing part numbers.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Commonwealth of Australia, govern the airworthiness of aircraft and related equipment, including the regulation of turbine engines such as those produced by General Electric. The specific legislative instrument F2006B08568, introduced as a Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, addresses the safety concerns associated with General Electric's CJ610 series turbine engines. This legislation was enacted to ensure the safety and reliability of aircraft engines by mandating specific maintenance and compliance measures. The objective of this directive, as outlined in the Civil Aviation Regulations, is to enhance safety by requiring the identification and rectification of specific issues in the outer combustion casings of the CJ610 series engines, as detailed in the General Electric Alert Service Bulletin and related documents. The enacting body is the Australian Government through its legislative and regulatory framework aimed at maintaining the highest standards of civil aviation safety.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically under PART 39 - 106, mandate the application of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority's (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, which includes the AD/CJ610/4 concerning General Electric Turbine Engines of the CJ610 series. This directive applies to all CJ610 series engines that are fitted with specified outer combustion casings, namely those with part numbers 37R601112P115, 37R601112P119, 6006T64G01, 2920T29P01, 2920T29P02, and 2920T29P03. The directive is designed to ensure that these engines meet specified airworthiness standards by complying with the requirements set out in the General Electric Alert Service Bulletin (CJ610) A72-116 and its Addendum 1, as well as AD/GE-T/29A. The directive is applicable across the Commonwealth of Australia and is enforced by CASA, ensuring that all relevant entities adhere to these airworthiness standards to maintain safety in civil aviation. The scope of this directive is precise, targeting specific engines and casings, and does not explicitly exclude any parties or geographic areas within the Commonwealth. Subordinate instruments may further define or refine the application of this directive, ensuring that all stakeholders are fully informed of their obligations under the Civil Aviation Regulations.
Key Provisions
The main sections of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, PART 39 - 106, specifically the Airworthiness Directive (AD/CJ610/4), focus on the outer combustion casings for the General Electric CJ610 series turbine engines. Section 106(1) mandates that all CJ610 series engines fitted with specific part numbers of outer combustion casings must adhere to this directive. The compliance requirement is outlined in the Requirement Document, which references the General Electric Alert Service Bulletin (CJ610) A72-116 and Addendum 1, as well as AD/GE-T/29A. These documents provide detailed instructions on how to ensure the affected engines meet the necessary safety standards.
The obligations imposed by this directive on the parties or entities it governs are stringent. Operators of CJ610 series engines must inspect and, if necessary, replace the outer combustion casings identified in the directive. This involves adhering to the specific guidelines and timelines outlined in the referenced documents, ensuring that the modifications are performed by qualified personnel. The directive requires operators to maintain accurate records of all inspections and modifications carried out on these engines, including the part numbers of any replaced components.
Failure to comply with the provisions of this directive can lead to severe consequences. Non-compliance may result in the grounding of affected aircraft until the necessary inspections and repairs are completed. Additionally, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has the authority to impose administrative penalties under section 163 of the Civil Aviation Act 1988, which can include fines and other regulatory actions. For serious breaches, CASA may also pursue criminal charges, leading to potential imprisonment for individuals found guilty of disregarding the directive.
The maximum penalties for non-compliance are significant. Under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, an individual found guilty of a serious breach could face fines up to $300,000 for a corporation or $60,000 for an individual, along with imprisonment for up to five years. Furthermore, CASA can issue enforcement actions, including the suspension or revocation of an operator’s certificate, which can have a severe impact on the ability to continue operations. These stringent measures are in place to ensure that all safety directives are strictly adhered to, thereby maintaining the highest safety standards in civil aviation.