COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVE
For the reasons set out in the background section, the CASA delegate whose signature appears below revokes Airworthiness Directive (AD) AD/DHC-8/88 and issues the following AD under subregulation 39.1 (1) of CASR 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.
Bombardier (Boeing Canada/De Havilland) DHC-8 Series Aeroplanes
AD/DHC-8/88
Amdt 1
Flap Drive Actuator - Inspection 13/2003
Applicability: Bombardier DHC-8 aeroplanes, Models 102,103,106,201,202,301,311,314 and 315 with flap drive actuators, Part Number 734181, 734374 or 755216 installed.
Requirement: 1. Revise the approved system of maintenance per Transport Canada AD CF-2002- 26R1, Part A.
2. Carry out inspection and lubrication tasks per Transport Canada AD CF-2002- 26R1, Part B, C and D.
Note: Transport Canada AD CF-2002-26R1refers
Compliance: 1. Within 30 days after the effective date of this Directive.
2. As detailed in the requirement document with a revised effective date of this Directive.
This Amendment becomes effective on 25 December 2003.
Background: This Directive introduces inspection and lubrication tasks for flap drive actuators to prevent an unsafe condition of asymmetric flap extension.
This amendment introduces repetitive inspection and lubrication tasks per the Transport Canada AD.
Original issue of this Directive became effective on 5 September 2002.
Jim Coyne
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 14 November 2003
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 3 December 2003.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, specifically PART 39 - 105, introduced an Airworthiness Directive (AD) to address safety concerns related to Bombardier (Boeing Canada/De Havilland) DHC-8 Series Aeroplanes, covering models 102, 103, 106, 201, 202, 301, 311, 314, and 315 with certain flap drive actuators installed. This legislative instrument, issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and enacted in 2003, was a response to the need for enhanced safety measures to prevent asymmetric flap extension, which can pose significant risks during flight. The AD mandates revised maintenance procedures and specific inspection and lubrication tasks, as outlined in Transport Canada AD CF-2002-26R1, to ensure the safe operation of these aircraft. The objective is to maintain the airworthiness of these aircraft by implementing timely and effective safety measures, thereby protecting the travelling public and crew.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105 of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, pertains to the airworthiness of Bombardier (Boeing Canada/De Havilland) DHC-8 series aeroplanes. The directive applies to specific models of DHC-8 aeroplanes equipped with certain flap drive actuators, namely those with part numbers 734181, 734374, or 755216. The primary aim of this directive is to address an identified unsafe condition related to asymmetric flap extension by mandating a series of inspection and lubrication tasks. The actions required under the directive include revising the approved system of maintenance as per Transport Canada AD CF-2002-26R1, Part A, and conducting inspections and lubrication as outlined in Parts B, C, and D of the same Transport Canada directive. The directive became effective on 25 December 2003, with a compliance deadline set within 30 days of the directive's effective date. This regulatory action is issued under the authority of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, ensuring that the specified maintenance practices are implemented to maintain the safety standards of the aircraft within the Australian aviation jurisdiction.
Key Provisions
The Airworthiness Directive (AD) AD/DHC-8/88 Amendment 1 issued under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR) mandates specific actions to address an unsafe condition related to the flap drive actuators in certain Bombardier (Boeing Canada/De Havilland) DHC-8 aeroplanes. The directive applies to Models 102, 103, 106, 201, 202, 301, 311, 314, and 315 equipped with flap drive actuators of Part Numbers 734181, 734374, or 755216. The directive requires a revision of the approved system of maintenance and specific inspection and lubrication tasks, as outlined in Transport Canada AD CF-2002-26R1. The compliance period mandates these actions within 30 days of the directive's effective date, which is 25 December 2003.
The obligations imposed by this AD are primarily on the operators and maintenance personnel of the affected aircraft. They are required to revise the approved maintenance system and perform the specified inspection and lubrication tasks as per Transport Canada's AD CF-2002-26R1. This includes ensuring that the maintenance actions are performed within the stipulated timeframe and in accordance with the detailed instructions provided. Failure to comply with the AD could result in serious safety implications, as the directive is aimed at preventing an unsafe condition related to asymmetric flap extension.
The consequences for non-compliance with the AD are significant, as it pertains to airworthiness and safety. While the AD itself does not explicitly state penalties for non-compliance, failure to adhere to ADs is typically considered a breach of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. This could lead to enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), which may include fines, suspension or revocation of aircraft certificates of airworthiness, and other regulatory actions. The severity of the penalties can vary, but they are intended to ensure that all safety directives are followed to maintain the highest standards of aviation safety.