AD/F28/35 - Electrical Cables - Inspection and Repair

Overview

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 (Cth), specifically within PART 39 - 105, establish the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives, which includes AD/F28/35 concerning the Fokker F28 Series Aeroplanes. Enacted by the Australian Government, this legislation aims to address the critical safety issue associated with the electrical cables of the specified Fokker F28 models, ensuring their continued airworthiness and the safety of passengers and crew. The policy objective, as articulated in the legislative text, is to mandate the inspection and repair of electrical cables on these Fokker F28 models to mitigate potential risks that could compromise aircraft safety. This directive applies to all Fokker F28 models with serial numbers within the ranges 11003 to 11041 and 11991 to 11993 and requires compliance by 20 August 1977, as referenced in Fokker SB F28/24-29, Rev. 1.

Scope and Application

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, which pertains to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives for Fokker F28 Series Aeroplanes, mandates certain safety measures for electrical cables on Fokker F28 aircraft with specific serial numbers. This legislative instrument applies to all Fokker F28 models with serial numbers ranging from 11003 to 11041 and from 11991 to 11993, requiring rigorous inspection and repair procedures as outlined in the Fokker SB F28/24-29, Rev. 1 document. Compliance with these directives must be achieved before 20 August 1977, ensuring that these aircraft meet the necessary safety standards for operation. The regulations extend across the Commonwealth of Australia, enforced by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, thereby ensuring uniform application and enforcement of these safety directives nationwide.

Key Provisions

The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105 (subsections 39.105.010 to 39.105.060), lay out the provisions for Airworthiness Directives, including the directive for the Fokker F28 Series Aeroplanes (AD/F28/35). This directive mandates the inspection and repair of electrical cables for specific models. The directive applies to all Fokker F28 aeroplanes with serial numbers ranging from 11003 to 11041 and 11991 to 11993 (section 39.105.015). The compliance deadline for this directive is set for before 20 August 1977, and the reference document for this directive is Fokker SB F28/28, Revision 1 (section 39.105.025). Entities and parties governed by this directive must ensure that the electrical cables on the specified Fokker F28 models are inspected and repaired as required. This involves a thorough examination to identify any defects or potential hazards and subsequent repair or replacement of the identified cables. The directive emphasises the necessity for compliance to maintain the airworthiness of the aircraft, ensuring safety standards are met (section 39.105.035). The compliance process must be documented, and records should be kept to demonstrate adherence to the directive. Failure to comply with the requirements of this Airworthiness Directive may result in significant legal and operational consequences. Civil penalties can be imposed for non-compliance, and in severe cases, criminal charges may be brought against the responsible entities. The maximum penalties for breaching the Civil Aviation Regulations can include substantial fines and potential imprisonment for individuals found guilty of criminal offences. Additionally, non-compliance could lead to the grounding of the affected aircraft until the required inspections and repairs are completed, which could result in substantial financial losses and operational disruptions for the entities involved (section 39.105.050).