COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA (Civil Aviation Regulations 1998), PART 39 - 105 CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY
SCHEDULE OF AIRWORTHINESS DIRECTIVES
Fokker F28 Series Aeroplanes
AD/F28/52
Amdt 1
Rudder Pedal Adjustment Mechanism Stops 7/88
Applicability: All model F28 with S/Nos 11003 to 11224 inclusive, 11226, 11991 and 11992. Requirement: Action in accordance with Fokker SB F28/27-158 Revision 1.
Note: RLD AD 85-78 refers.
Compliance: Prior to 1 September 1986.
Background: The possibility exists of insufficient rudder deflection when the rudder pedals are adjusted to the maximum forward position. This Directive requires the installation of stops in the adjustment mechanism. Amdt 1 reflects Revision 1 to the SB which removes S/Nos 11225, 11227 through 11231 from the Applicability listing.
Overview
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically within Part 39 - 105, includes a schedule of airworthiness directives designed to ensure the safety and compliance of aircraft operating within Australia. One such directive, AD/F28/52 Amendment 1, pertains to Fokker F28 Series Aeroplanes, addressing the issue of insufficient rudder deflection when rudder pedals are adjusted to their maximum forward position. This legislative instrument was enacted to mitigate the risk associated with this potential safety hazard by mandating the installation of stops in the rudder pedal adjustment mechanism for certain Fokker F28 aircraft serial numbers. The directive reflects an amendment to the Service Bulletin F28/27-158 Revision 1, which updates the list of applicable aircraft serial numbers. The objective of this regulation is to ensure the continued airworthiness and safety of the affected Fokker F28 aircraft in compliance with the standards set forth by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority.
Scope and Application
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 – 105, pertain to the Civil Aviation Safety Authority Schedule of Airworthiness Directives for Fokker F28 series aeroplanes, where Amendment 1 addresses the rudder pedal adjustment mechanism stops. This legislation applies to all Fokker F28 aircraft with specific serial numbers, including those between 11003 to 11224, as well as serial numbers 11226, 11991, and 11992. The requirement is for the installation of stops in the rudder pedal adjustment mechanism to ensure sufficient rudder deflection, with compliance mandated before 1 September 1986. This regulation ensures the safety and airworthiness of specified Fokker F28 aeroplanes by addressing potential issues with rudder deflection, thereby enhancing operational safety. The applicability and scope of the directive are further refined by the removal of certain serial numbers through Amendment 1, aligning with Revision 1 of Service Bulletin F28/27-158.
Key Provisions
The Civil Aviation Regulations 1998, specifically Part 39 - 105, contain an airworthiness directive (AD) for Fokker F28 series aeroplanes, identified as AD/F28/52 Amendment 1. This AD pertains to the rudder pedal adjustment mechanism stops and applies to all model F28 aeroplanes with specific serial numbers (11003 to 11224 inclusive, 11226, 11991, and 11992) (s. 39 - 105). The directive mandates that these aeroplanes comply with Fokker Service Bulletin F28/27-158 Revision 1, which is referenced in RLD AD 85-78. The primary requirement is the installation of stops in the rudder pedal adjustment mechanism to ensure that there is sufficient rudder deflection when the rudder pedals are in the maximum forward position.
The obligations imposed by this AD are clear and straightforward. Owners and operators of Fokker F28 aeroplanes within the specified serial number range must ensure that the installation of the rudder pedal adjustment mechanism stops is completed in accordance with Fokker Service Bulletin F28/27-158 Revision 1. This means that any modifications or adjustments required to the rudder pedal mechanism must be carried out to the specifications outlined in the service bulletin. It is also noted that compliance with this directive must be achieved prior to 1 September 1986, underscoring the urgency and importance of adhering to the AD's requirements.
Failure to comply with this airworthiness directive can have serious consequences. Although the Civil Aviation Regulations 1998 do not explicitly detail the penalties for non-compliance in this specific context, general aviation safety regulations typically include both civil and criminal penalties for breaches. Civil penalties may include fines, while criminal penalties could involve imprisonment, reflecting the significant safety implications of not adhering to airworthiness directives. The severity of these penalties underscores the critical nature of ensuring that all Fokker F28 aeroplanes within the specified serial number range are compliant with the requirements set out in AD/F28/52 Amendment 1.