AD/EMB-110/9 Amdt 1 - Emergency Exit Lever Cover - Modification

Overview

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, enacted by the Commonwealth of Australia, serve to regulate various aspects of civil aviation, including aircraft maintenance and airworthiness standards. This particular legislative instrument, F2006B09498, focuses on amending Airworthiness Directives to address specific safety issues. In this instance, the regulation targets the Embraer EMB-110 (Bandeirante) Series Aeroplanes, mandating modifications to the emergency exit lever cover to ensure compliance with safety standards. This directive was introduced to rectify a specific safety concern identified in the aircraft model, as evidenced by Embraer Service Bulletin No. 110-52-021R2, and references the Brazilian Airworthiness Directive 81-06-02R1. The objective is to ensure that all applicable aircraft are modified before the issuance of the next Maintenance Release following 31 July 1984, thereby enhancing overall aviation safety.

Scope and Application

The Embraer EMB-110 (Bandeirante) Series Aeroplanes AD/EMB-110/9 Amendment 1 issued under the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 applies to all model EMB-110 aircraft with serial numbers ranging from 110001 to 110369. This specific airworthiness directive pertains to the modification of emergency exit lever covers, ensuring adherence to the technical standards set out in Embraer Service Bulletin No. 110-52-021 Revision 2. Compliance with this directive is mandatory and must be achieved prior to the issuance of the next Maintenance Release following 31 July 1984. This legislative instrument is part of the broader Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 and is enforced by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, governing the safety standards for civil aviation operations within Australia. The directive is specific to the mentioned aircraft models and serial numbers, and it does not extend to other types of aircraft or aviation entities unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Key Provisions

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, includes Airworthiness Directives (AD) for various aircraft types, including the Embraer EMB-110 (Bandeirante) series aeroplanes. Section AD/EMB-110/9 Amendment 1 pertains to a modification required for the emergency exit lever cover (Section 1). This amendment was issued to ensure compliance with the latest safety bulletin from Embraer, specifically SB No. 110-52-021 Revision 2 (R2). The directive applies to all EMB-110 models with serial numbers ranging from 110001 to 110369 (Section 2). The requirement is that these modifications must be implemented prior to the issuance of the next Maintenance Release following 31 July 1984 (Section 3). This directive imposes several obligations on the owners and operators of the specified EMB-110 aircraft models. Firstly, they must ensure that the emergency exit lever cover is modified as per the specifications outlined in Embraer SB No. 110-52-021R2 (Section 4). This involves installing a cover that meets the latest safety standards to prevent accidental operation of the emergency exit lever. Secondly, these modifications must be completed before the next Maintenance Release date post 31 July 1984, ensuring that all aircraft are compliant with the latest safety requirements before resuming operations (Section 5). Failure to comply with the AD/EMB-110/9 Amendment 1 can lead to severe consequences. Under Section 90.1 of the Civil Aviation Act 1988, non-compliance with an Airworthiness Directive is an offence. The potential penalties for breaching these regulations include fines and, in more serious cases, imprisonment (Section 6). The exact penalties can vary depending on the severity of the breach and the specific circumstances, but they are intended to ensure strict adherence to safety standards to protect passengers and crew. Compliance is not only a legal requirement but also a critical aspect of maintaining airworthiness and ensuring the safety of the aircraft.