COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 107 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Electrical Equipment
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/ELECT/73 Britax Sell Galley Equipment 1/2001
Applicability: Galley equipment manufactured by Britax Sell GmbH & Co OHG, Herborn, Germany with Part Numbers (P/N) as listed below equipped with a Tank Assembly P/N 62203-001-005, 62197-015-001, 64761-025-001, 64769-025-003, 64771-025-
005, 64771-025-001 or 64790-331-001.
Note 1: Affected Serial Numbers are listed in the applicable Britax Sell GmbH & Co OHG Service Bulletins (SB) referenced below.
Equipment Part Number
Remote Water Boiler 62204-001-029, 62204-001-031, 62204-001-037
62204-001-043, 62204-001-047 and 62204-001-049
Coffee Maker 64755, 64753-001-003, 64763-201-003, 64769-001-005,
64769-001-007 and 64790-1
Water Boiler 62197-001-001
Beverage Maker 64771 001-001 and 64771-001-003
Requirement: 1. Inspect the Faston Terminal P/N 3-520133-2 (with blue Nylon insulation) connected to the contact pins of Thermal Limiters P/N AC 1544 or P/N AC 1693, as applicable, for electrical arcing, discoloration or signs of over heating such as insulation melting.
2. If any damage is detected during the Requirement 1 inspection replace the affected wires in accordance with the applicable SB as follows:
Service Bulletin Number | Equipment Part Number |
E33-4-007SB Revision 1 dated 30 October 2000 | 62204-001-029, 62204-001-031 |
| 62204-001-037, 62204-001-043 |
| 62204-001-047, 62204-001-049 |
E33-4-009SB dated 24 October 2000 | 64755 |
E33-4-010SB dated 20 October 2000 | 62197-001-001 |
COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 107 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
E33-4-011SB dated 21 October 2000 | 64753-001-003 |
E33-4-012SB dated 24 October 2000 | 64763-201-003 |
E33-4-013SB dated 23 October 2000 | 64769-001-005, 64769-001-007 |
E33-4-014SB Revision 1 dated 6 November 2000 | 64771-001-001 |
E33-4-015SB dated 23 October 2000 | 64790-1 |
E33-4-016SB Revision 1 dated 6 November 2000 | 64771-001-003 |
3. Replace the affected wires in accordance with the applicable SB listed above.
Note 2: Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA) (Germany) AD 2000-379 refers.
Compliance: For Requirement 1 - Within 50 hours time in service after the effective date of this Directive.
For Requirement 2 - Before further flight.
For Requirement 3 - At the next ‘C’ of the aircraft on which the equipment is installed.
This Airworthiness Directive becomes effective on 25 January 2001.
Background: The equipment manufacturer has advised the LBA that the crimping of the present thermal limiter Faston Terminals P/N 3-520133-2 may be insufficient for the current carried through those terminals. This condition could cause an increased resistance in the terminal, resulting in an increased temperature of the terminal and/or melting of the terminal insulation.
This Directive requires an initial inspection of the terminals to detect any damage and, if necessary, replacement of the wires before further flight with eventual replacement at the next ‘C’ check. These measures are intended to prevent overheating of the terminals, which could cause smoke and/or fire in the galley compartment.
Eugene Paul Holzapfel
Delegate of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority 11 December 2000
The above AD is notified in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette on 20 December 2001.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Commonwealth of Australia, provide a comprehensive framework for ensuring the safety of civil aviation in Australia. The regulations cover various aspects of aviation operations, maintenance, and equipment standards. One of the critical components of these regulations is the issuance of Airworthiness Directives (ADs) to address specific safety concerns. The AD/ELECT/73 issued under subregulation 39.1 (1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 targets the electrical equipment in Britax Sell Galley Equipment. This directive was introduced to address a safety issue identified in certain Britax Sell Galley Equipment models, specifically those equipped with particular Tank Assembly Part Numbers. The directive mandates inspections and necessary repairs to prevent potential overheating and electrical failures, thereby enhancing the safety of aircraft galley equipment. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) issues these directives to ensure compliance with safety standards, aiming to mitigate risks associated with electrical faults in aircraft galley equipment.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) issues Airworthiness Directives (AD) under subregulation 39.1(1) of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) to ensure the safety of aircraft and aeronautical products in Australian airspace. AD/ELECT/73 pertains specifically to Britax Sell Galley Equipment with certain part numbers and serial numbers, which have been identified as potentially unsafe due to issues with the electrical terminals. This directive applies to any aircraft equipped with the specified galley equipment, mandating that inspections and necessary repairs be conducted within prescribed timeframes to mitigate the risk of overheating and fire in the aircraft's galley. Compliance with this AD is mandatory for all relevant aircraft operators and is enforced by CASA, with the directive becoming effective from 25 January 2001. The directive includes specific requirements for inspections and repairs, and the actions must be carried out in accordance with the instructions provided in the applicable service bulletins.
Key Provisions
The main sections of the Airworthiness Directive (AD) set out the specific requirements for Britax Sell Galley Equipment, particularly those with certain part numbers that have been identified as having a potential safety issue. Section 107 of the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (CAR 1998) provides the authority for issuing such directives. The AD mandates a thorough inspection of the Faston Terminals (P/N 3-520133-2) for signs of electrical arcing, discoloration, or overheating. If damage is found, the directive requires the replacement of the affected wires as specified in the applicable Britax Sell GmbH & Co OHG Service Bulletins (SB). The compliance timeline mandates that the inspection be conducted within 50 hours after the directive's effective date, with further action required before any subsequent flight and at the next 'C' check of the aircraft.
The obligations imposed by this AD on the parties or entities it governs include conducting a detailed inspection of the specified equipment to identify any damage to the Faston Terminals. If damage is detected, it is mandatory to replace the affected wires according to the instructions provided in the relevant Service Bulletins. Operators and maintainers of the affected aircraft must ensure that these inspections and replacements are carried out within the specified timeframes to maintain compliance with the directive. This ensures that the identified safety issue is promptly addressed, thereby preventing potential overheating, smoke, or fire in the galley compartment.
Failure to comply with the requirements set out in this Airworthiness Directive can result in serious safety consequences. While the specific penalties are not detailed in the directive itself, non-compliance with ADs under CAR 1998 can lead to enforcement actions by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). These actions may include fines, enforcement notices, and potentially grounding of the affected aircraft until the required actions are completed. In severe cases, criminal charges may also be applicable, leading to substantial financial penalties and other legal consequences for the operators or entities responsible for the non-compliance.