COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Fokker F27 Series Aeroplanes
AD/F27/126 Wing Attachment Fitting Bolts 12/91
Applicability: Model F27 S/No 10102 thru 10259, if in pre-SB F27/53-60 (Part II) - config. Requirement: Action in accordance with the Technical Requirements of RLD AD 91-067.
Note: Fokker SB F27/53-115 refers.
Compliance: As specified in the Requirement Document with a revised effective date of 12 December 1991 for Australian registered aircraft.
Background: Report of loose or sheared bolts and screws which connect fuselage main frame STA 7961 and STA 9439.5 to the outboard wing attachment fittings. The effective date required by the RLD is extended by approximately four months.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, as amended by the Legislative Instrument F2006B09693, address safety concerns pertaining to specific Fokker F27 Series aeroplanes. This particular legislative instrument, issued under the authority of the Australian Government, aims to ensure the airworthiness of Fokker F27 aircraft by mandating compliance with specific safety directives. The instrument focuses on rectifying issues related to loose or sheared bolts and screws in the wing attachment fittings, as identified in reports and technical requirements set forth by the Relevant Local Authority (RLD). The policy objective is to maintain and enhance the safety standards of Australian registered aircraft by aligning them with international safety directives.
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, overseen by the Australian Parliament, were enacted to establish a comprehensive regulatory framework governing civil aviation safety. This legislative instrument, specifically targeting Fokker F27 Series aeroplanes, is part of a broader effort to address identified safety deficiencies, ensuring that Australian aviation maintains high safety standards consistent with international benchmarks. The requirement to comply with the Technical Requirements of RLD AD 91-067, with a revised effective date of 12 December 1991, underscores the commitment to proactive safety measures and the importance of timely responses to emerging safety concerns.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, applies to Fokker F27 Series aeroplanes with serial numbers ranging from 10102 to 10259 that are in pre-SB F27/53-60 (Part II) configuration. This legislation mandates actions in accordance with the Technical Requirements of RLD AD 91-067, with reference to Fokker SB F27/53-115, and requires compliance as specified in the Requirement Document with an effective date of 12 December 1991 for Australian registered aircraft. The regulations aim to address reports of loose or sheared bolts and screws that connect the fuselage main frame STA 7961 and STA 9439.5 to the outboard wing attachment fittings. This Act extends its jurisdiction over all relevant aircraft within the Commonwealth of Australia, ensuring safety standards are met and maintained for the specified Fokker F27 Series aeroplanes.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically in Part 39 - 105, contain the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, which include the requirements for maintaining the airworthiness of Fokker F27 Series Aeroplanes. Section AD/F27/126 addresses the issue of wing attachment fitting bolts (subsection 12/91), applying to models F27 with serial numbers ranging from 10102 to 10259 that are in pre-SB F27/53-60 (Part II) configuration. This directive requires action in accordance with the technical requirements outlined in RLD AD 91-067 (subsection 12/91), with reference to Fokker Service Bulletin F27/53-115. Compliance must be achieved as specified in the Requirement Document, with an effective date of 12 December 1991 for Australian registered aircraft.
The Civil Aviation Regulations mandate that aircraft owners and operators ensure their Fokker F27 Series Aeroplanes meet the specified airworthiness requirements. This includes adhering to the technical requirements of RLD AD 91-067 and the provisions of Fokker Service Bulletin F27/53-115, ensuring the bolts connecting the fuselage main frame to the outboard wing attachment fittings are secure and not loose or sheared. Owners and operators must perform the necessary actions to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft as per the Requirement Document and comply with the revised effective date of 12 December 1991.
Failure to comply with the provisions of AD/F27/126 may result in serious consequences. The Civil Aviation Regulations include provisions for offences and penalties for non-compliance with airworthiness directives. Entities that fail to adhere to the specified requirements may face enforcement actions, which could include fines, suspension of airworthiness certificates, or other regulatory penalties. The maximum penalties for such offences are stipulated in the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and can include significant financial penalties and potential criminal charges for individuals found responsible for non-compliance.